November 10, 2024 - Sunday

[WORLD] Qatar suspends mediation efforts between Hamas and Israel, citing lack of progress in Gaza cease-fire negotiations.

Qatar has halted its mediation efforts between Hamas and Israel due to frustration over the lack of progress in reaching a cease-fire deal for Gaza. The role of Hamas' political office in Qatar is now uncertain. Qatar could resume mediation if both sides show genuine willingness to negotiate. The United States has advised Qatar to expel the Hamas delegation from Doha.

Sources: apnews.com , reuters.com , edition.cnn.com

[NATION] Republicans are close to securing control of the US House, critical for advancing Trump's agenda upon his return in January.

Republicans are close to clinching control of the US House of Representatives, having secured 212 seats with votes still being counted. A key element for President Trump to advance his agenda in 2024, Republicans aim to win six more seats for House control. Meanwhile, incumbent Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez retained her Washington House seat. With Republicans also poised to control the Senate, a House majority would grant them substantial power to push through legislative initiatives.

Sources: theguardian.com , nbcnews.com

[BUSINESS] S&P 500 breaks 6,000 mark; U.S. indexes hit record highs post-Trump victory, with solid weekly gains and China ADRs fall.

The S&P 500 briefly exceeded 6,000 points and closed the week with its largest percentage gain in a year following Donald Trump's U.S. election win. The Dow also reached a record high, surpassing 44,000 points. However, China ADRs experienced declines after underwhelming stimulus measures. Major U.S. indexes showed positive movement, with the Dow rising by 0.59%, the S&P 500 by 0.38%, and the Nasdaq by 0.09%.

Sources: reuters.com , cnbc.com , edition.cnn.com , nbcnews.com

[TECHNOLOGY] OnePlus enhances its phones with Android 15-based OxygenOS 15, optimizing performance and freeing up storage space on the OnePlus 13.

OnePlus has delivered a notable upgrade to its OnePlus 12 via OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15, showcasing its commitment to swift and efficient updates. The latest update offers increased storage space, refreshed animations, a Share with iPhone feature, and updated icon colors. By streamlining unnecessary features and optimizing resources, OnePlus demonstrates a proactive approach to enhancing user experience and performance with its new operating system.

Sources: androidcentral.com , androidauthority.com , droid-life.com , livemint.com

[SPORTS] Week 11 of college football features pivotal matchups with College Football Playoff implications and expert predictions against the spread.

Week 11 of the 2024 college football season showcases key games like Indiana vs. Michigan and Georgia vs. Ole Miss, influencing conference races and College Football Playoff scenarios. With Indiana looking to rise in rankings and the SEC facing critical clashes, fans are in for an exciting weekend of high-stakes matchups. The latest CFP Rankings set the stage for intense gameplay, making this week crucial for teams vying for championship contention.

Sources: cbssports.com , espn.com , deadspin.com , bleacherreport.com

[SCIENCE] NASA Crew-8 astronauts remain tight-lipped about post-splashdown medical issue, prompting hospital visit; privacy concerns cited.

Three NASA astronauts and one Roscosmos cosmonaut on the Crew-8 mission declined to disclose details about a medical incident that led to a hospital visit after returning to Earth, despite being in good health. NASA did not reveal the identity of the hospitalized astronaut or specifics of the medical concern, respecting medical privacy laws. They emphasized the complexities of spaceflight and the unexpected nature of the incident, mentioning ongoing efforts to understand it thoroughly.

Sources: spacenews.com , theguardian.com , nypost.com

[HEALTH] Bird flu has begun human transmission, leading to CDC's call for expanded testing and precautions to prevent a potential pandemic.

Bird flu, particularly the H5N1 strain, is showing signs of human transmission among dairy workers. Despite warnings and resistance to testing methods, the CDC is now faced with containing the virus and ramping up testing efforts. A recent study revealed asymptomatic infections in farmworkers, prompting calls for expanded testing to prevent further spread. Experts fear a potential pandemic unless swift interventions are implemented.

Sources: fortune.com , reuters.com , nbcnews.com , edition.cnn.com , apnews.com

[ENTERTAINMENT] 'SNL' star Michael Che drinks on air after Trump victory, jokingly shouting out R. Kelly.

Following Donald Trump's election victory, 'SNL' anchor Michael Che drank on air during his 'Weekend Update' segment, humorously responding to the election outcome. The cast members of 'Saturday Night Live' also took to the stage in a post-election episode, appealing to President-elect Trump and discussing the shock and concerns of viewers. In another segment, Dana Carvey returned to portray Elon Musk after previously impersonating Joe Biden.

Sources: variety.com , cnn.com , ew.com