Democrats broke ranks to reopen the government without securing a deal to protect health insurance subsidies for low and middle income Americans. LA Times

VOA VIEW: 40 days Dems caused pain and distress for no gain.

Ahmed Al-Sharaa fought US troops as a member of Al Qaeda in Iraq and then founded its Nusra Front affiliate in Syria in 2012. New York Post

Gov. Kathy Hochul slammed the brakes over supporting Zohran Mamdani’s $700 million call for free city buses — casting doubt that one of the far-left mayor-elect’s signature campaign promises has a smooth road ahead. New York Post

VOA VIEW: All of Mamdani's promises will fail.

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Christine Pelosi, a Democratic activist, announced that she will run instead for a California State Senate seat, ending speculation that she would try to succeed Nancy Pelosi in the U.S. House. New York Times

VOA VIEW: The last thing Americans need is another Pelosi.

John Kaleel was arrested by Australian Federal Police on Oct. 31, a few weeks after he fled the U.S. as a Los Angeles jury decided his fate in a child sex abuse case. LA Times

The benefits of hormone replacement have been underappreciated, Dr. Marty Makary, the agency’s commissioner, said on Monday. Critics described evidence for the change as insufficient. New York Times

The issue has buoyed Democrats and is resonating with an American electorate that is souring on the president’s economic agenda. New York Times

VOA VIEW: A little scary.

President Donald Trump announced that he will be recommending a $10,000 bonus to “GREAT PATRIOT” air traffic controllers who continued to work through the government shutdown, while expressing disdain for those who “didn’t step up” and took time off. OANN

VOA VIEW: A good gesture.

President Donald Trump attended the Washington Commanders game against the Detroit Lions at Northwest Stadium in Maryland on Sunday to watch the Air Force One flyover and participate in the Veterans’ Day “Salute to Service” halftime ceremony. OANN

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A blast of the season's first frigid air was bearing down on much of the U.S. on Monday, bringing the prospect of snow to parts of the country, and plunging temperatures in Florida - though it may not get cold enough there for iguanas to tumble from the treetops. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: It was cold.

Airlines canceled 1,600 flights early Monday -- the 41st day of the government shutdown -- after Sunday had marked the worst day for travel disruptions. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: Sad!

Red state residents have long loved to gripe about New Yorkers invading their territory, so it's been more than a little striking to see Republican governors openly welcome Big Apple residents who might want to flee before Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani forges the city into a socialist paradise. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: Red States gain NYC loss.

After carefully choosing the freshest produce at the market, people face even more choices with vegetables, fruit, meat and dairy products at home that can help prolong freshness, minimize waste and prevent foodborne illnesses. Washington Times

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Preliminary tests showed that ByHeart baby formula contained the type of bacteria that produces the toxin linked to a botulism outbreak, California health officials said. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: Crazy!

The Federal Aviation Administration's 10% reduction in flight capacity across 40 major U.S. airports puts a strain on the air cargo. Washington Times

VOA VIEW: As expected.

As in previous strikes, U.S. officials did not release the identities of those killed, or offer evidence that they were smuggling narcotics or posed a threat to the U.S. CBS

VOA VIEW: You would think they would wise up.

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The Supreme Court rejected a bid by former Kentucky county clerk Kim Davis to overturn its landmark decision on same-sex marriage. CBS

VOA VIEW: As expected.

The Supreme Court will decide whether federal law prohibits states from counting mail-in ballots that arrive after Election Day. CBS

VOA VIEW: It should not be allowed.

Federal and state health officials are investigating 13 cases in 10 U.S. states of infant botulism linked to ByHeart Inc. baby formula products that are being recalled. CBS

Researcher Matthew Graham said scientists didn't initially "believe the numbers about the energy" emitting from the cosmic display. CBS

Over 95% of international data and voice traffic travels through subsea telecom cables. CNBC

VOA VIEW: A major puzzle.

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Flight delays and cancellations piled up in recent days as air traffic controller staffing shortages worsen in the government shutdown. CNBC

VOA VIEW: Money talks.

Federal prosecutors charged three illegal immigrants with running a sex trafficking ring in Louisiana using WhatsApp to offer victims to clients for $40 to $60. FOX News

VOA VIEW: Easy to get caught.

A LifeFlight helicopter crashed in Wilson County, Tennessee, Saturday. At least one person is dead, and two others remain in critical condition. FOX News

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The U.S. faces a new cold war with China over AI dominance, and America has just five years to maintain technological leadership. FOX News

VOA VIEW: It's up in the air.

A Boston federal appeals court Sunday rejected the Trump administration's request to avoid paying full SNAP benefits during the government shutdown. UPI

VOA VIEW: The liber court does not have authority.

The Federal Aviation Administration imposed restrictions on private flights at 12 major U.S. airports, a business aviation trade group said Monday. UPI

President Donald Trump is pardoning Rudy Giuliani, Sidney Powell and dozens of other allies who have been accused of trying to subvert the 2020 election, according to U.S. Pardon Attorney Ed Martin. UPI

VOA VIEW: As expected.

The Trump administration has ordered states to stop distributing benefits to 42 million food insecure Americans, including critical nutrition and aid to the Women, Infants and Children program. UPI

VOA VIEW: The Dems fault for closing economy.

On Nov. 10, 1775, the United States Marine Corps, then known as the Continental Marines, was formed by order of the Second Continental Congress. UPI

VOA VIEW: Happy birthday!

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