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Matt Damon’s wife, Luciana Barroso, suffered ‘scary’ medical emergency that led to brain surgery

Damon revealed he couldn't attend the 2024 Oscars — where his film "Oppenheimer" won big — because of hiswife's medical incident.

Iran is Reviewing ‘Concrete Proposals’ on Nuclear Program, Officials Say

Iran’s willingness to re-engage on the issue suggests that Qatar-led diplomatic efforts to avert full-blown war between the U.S. and Iran have had some success.

Barkin sees interest rate hikes ahead, but at a gradual pace

In a CNBC interview, the policymaker expressed concern over inflation and said monetary policy will need to adjust.

American Is Convicted of Murder in Case That Gripped Italy

A TV program helped to identify the victims, a Russian woman and her young daughter, who were found dead in a Rome park.

Sony Pictures Classics Takes Jean-Pierre Jeunet’s ‘Violette’ for U.S.

SPC, which released Jeunet's 'Amelie,' 'Micmacs' and 'The City of Lost Children,' will also release his new feature in Latin America and Southeast Asia.

Democrats to probe JPMorgan's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein when they take Senate control

JPMorgan kept Jeffrey Epstein as a client for years after top executive Mary Erdoes hearing claims he paid to have underage girls brought to his home.

Wunmi Mosaku Boards Doc Short ‘Swim Sistas’ as Exec Producer (EXCLUSIVE)

Wunmi Mosaku, the Oscar-nominated and BAFTA-winning star of Ryan Coogler’s 2025 hit “Sinners,” has come aboard British documentary short “Swim Sistas” as executive producer. The…

Joe Gorga unpacks ‘The Mob’ elimination with VRT — while also dishing on his Botox journey

Joe Gorga made his way back to the “Virtual Reali-Tea” studios to chat with co-hosts Danny Murphy and Evan Real about his elimination from Hulu’s “The Mob.” Despite getting out…

Wisconsin high school boys soccer state tournament updates

The WIAA boys soccer state tournament starts Thursday, Nov. 5, with semifinal matches at Uihlein Soccer Park in Milwaukee.

Russell Brand guilty of rape: All the heinous allegations, charges made against disgraced comedian

The disgraced comedian was found guilty of rape and three counts of sexual assault in his London criminal trial.

Marc Lore's Wonder confidentially files for IPO

Marc Lore's latest startup Wonder has confidentially filed for an initial public offering.

Reddit Founder Says Building Social Media Apps Is ‘Not Cool Anymore’

Alexis Ohanian is trying to figure out what’s next for user-generated content now that so much of the internet is “compromised.”

College basketball rankings: Duke's talented roster set to take center stage Thursday night

Thursday's Top 25 And 1 offers an up-close look at the national-title-favorite Blue Devils

ESPN analyst makes bold claim about the Vikings' offense

The Vikings' offensive struggles date back to the beginning of the 2025 season.

7 NBA thoughts + college draft prospects to watch with Sam Vecenie

KOC breaks down the biggest action from Wednesday night's games and previews the 2027 NBA Draft class.

Trump's energy deals are about to face a wave of investigations by Democrats

Democrats are certain to scrutinize the U.S. intervention in Venezuela, administration mineral deals and the cancellation of previously funded energy projects.

Democrats prepare to take Congress as GOP grapples with stunning losses

After Democrats' sweeping House and Senate victories, the party is laying out how it plans to wield power, while President Trump and Republicans react to their midterm losses.

The year’s most successful stock-market trades are unraveling — perhaps for good

Wall Street’s top trades of 2026 are coming undone as a violent rotation rattles the U.S. stock market.

STAT+: A possible comeback for a failed sickle cell gene therapy

Three years ago, a trial for a sickle cell gene-editing therapy a decade in the making ended abruptly after the first patient suffered a serious adverse event. Now, the therapy…

After Riots and Protests, French Workers Are Going on Strike

Hundreds of demonstrations took place across France on Thursday, escalating weeks of protests against the rising cost of living.

We're booking big profits in 2 outperformers in Thursday's terrible market

They have nothing to do with tech and data centers, which are getting slaughtered.

Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet Grab Sushi on Date Night

Kylie Jenner and Timothée Chalamet don't need a fancy Hollywood event to turn heads ... a simple sushi run will do the trick. The lovebirds were spotted Wednesday night at celeb…

Josh Jacobs addresses latest allegations after being accused of abuse by three more women

Jacobs and his attorneys dismissed the allegations as false

Israel’s Election Ended With No Clear Winner. These Parties Are Trying to Form a Coalition.

Israeli party leaders were holding discussions with President Isaac Herzog on Thursday about who should get the first chance to form a governing coalition.

Even Nikola Jokic might not be able to save these Nuggets

Denver's roster was never built to overcome any slippage from its three-time MVP.

Updated NBA Power Rankings: Summing up the starts for all 30 teams

Here's where all 30 NBA teams rank after two weeks of action, plus the four words used to describe how each team has started the season.

The Machine, and the Messaging, That Won Texas for Democrats

Years of organizing met a moment of voter discontent, as James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa offered Texans a vision of economic relief and political change.

Stocks Erase Post-Midterm Elections Rally, Dragged Down by Tech

The S&P 500 slumped to its worst daily decline in more than a year, dragged down by the technology sector as investors fretted about the durability of the A.I. build-out.

Axiom Math wants to keep AI slop out of mathematics

As AI floods math with unchecked proofs, Axiom Math is betting on verification. The startup’s AI agents just formally verified the Stacks Project, one of the field’s biggest…

McDonald's plans to cook up cheaper menu items as sales slow

McDonald's CEO Christopher Kempczinski said the company is testing new value options at select U.S. locations.

'Logan' Star Dafne Keen Says She Was Offered Cocaine at Wrap Parties as Early as 11 Years Old

"Logan" star Dafne Keen is opening up about the shocking young age she was offered cocaine ... and how the experience made her have no interest in ever using -- and abusing --…

Russell Brand is convicted of rape, and judge says he'll get a prison term

A prosecutor described Brand as a ruthless, calculating, manipulative "sexual predator." Brand, 51, denied the charges, saying he had never forced anyone to do something against…

A record number of first-time home buyers now pay in cash. Here’s where they get the money.

All-cash buyers are becoming more common, despite a housing market that’s been struggling with affordability issues.

Photos: Spain mourns Jesus de Miguel, who died after on-pitch collision

Mourners gather in Navahermosa to honour Tenerife player, whose death has united Spain’s football community in grief.

Vance eyes 2028 reset, as Republicans mull pivot after US midterms drubbing

A Democratic 'blue tsunami' in the US midterms shines a light on emerging distaste for Trump's brand among Republicans.

Late ‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ actress seen beaming in final social media posts just weeks before death

The 50-year-old, who suffered a “heart event” at her home in Los Angeles in October, made her last red carpet appearance in March.

The Six Pack: Picks for Miami vs. Notre Dame, Alabama vs. LSU and Tom Fornelli's Week 10 lock

Trust The Process in a Week 10 full of monster matchups

This pancreatic cancer treatment is on track for ‘one of the best drug launches of all time’

Revolution Medicines’ brand-new treatment brought in far higher sales than expected in its first few weeks on the market.

Rush Announces Sphere Residency in Las Vegas for Spring 2027

The group Rush, which undertook a highly successful reunion tour this year, has announced a residency at Las Vegas’ Sphere for May 2027, with five dates set to take place under…

US elections 2026 live: Republicans blast their party’s midterms collapse, blaming Iran war and affordability crisis

Ted Cruz and Newt Gingrich call the US midterms election a failure and ‘Watergate-level repudiation’ as Democrats overtake both chambers of Congress Live results | How do you feel…

Mike Lee and Darren Yan Unveil ISO, a Next-Generation Management Firm Specializing in Creators, Live Streamers, Gaming and Music

Gaming and digital media veterans Mike Lee and Darren Yan have joined together to launch ISO, a talent management firm that specializes in representing the hottest commodities in…

Voters say the economy drove them to the polls — and blame Trump for their troubles

Participants in the CNBC Voter Poll ranked the economy the most important issue facing the country, ahead of topics tied to democracy and immigration.

Photos: Thousands rally in France over rising costs and economic struggles

Trade unions led more than 260 planned protests nationwide, urging government to address economic woes and wage demands.

Americans wary of AI for medical care and insurance claims

Most Americans have qualms about using AI in healthcare for tasks such as diagnosis and treatment, Pew Research poll finds.

How to bet Jaguars-Ravens on 'Thursday Night Football'

Odds, analysis and picks to help you bet Thursday's Jacksonville Jaguars-Baltimore Ravens game.

Owners of seized Russian oil tanker claim U.S. improperly sold ship for scrap metal

U.S. authorities sold a seized Russian oil tanker to a maritime scrap dealer for well under market value in an “economically irrational” deal meant to thwart the owner’s bid to…

Micron, Sandisk and other AI stocks are falling hard: ‘Investors don’t like uncertainty.’

Wall Street is digesting the prospect of a slower AI buildout in the wake of the midterm-election results.

Hoax bomb threats affect at least 20 European flights within hours

At least 20 flights in Europe deal with bomb threats, adding to what one expert calls an unusual level of hoaxes in a short time period, suggesting "a very deliberate act."

Carville declares DeSantis 'Republican winner' after midterms

Democratic strategist James Carville on Wednesday suggested that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) was the 2026 midterms' "Republican winner" after Democrats made sweeping gains…

Xi's not interested in a trilateral with Trump and Putin

The Chinese leader needs the world to focus on his shaky narrative of success.

An Anthropic IPO when the AI trade is this turbulent? Goodspeed!

Wall Street takes a harder look at AI costs after historic midterm results. Plus, the upside to Apple’s lack of artificial-intelligence spending.

Sony’s retro headphones brought me back to my childhood in the best way

Many of my childhood summer afternoons were spent riding around my hometown on my Huffy bike or, in later years, taking the bus into Harvard Square to walk around and hang out at…

Camp Snap made a smaller kid-friendly version of its retro digital camcorder

After introducing new color options for its screen-free CS-8 video camera last month, Camp Snap announced a miniature version today that's less than half the size of the original.…

Sony's MDR-3R wired headphones are steeped in retro aesthetics

Sony has refreshed a headphone design that dates back to 1979.

Nate Bargatze Returns to Netflix With New Special ‘Good for Nathan’ (EXCLUSIVE)

Nate Bargatze is back with another Netflix special. The Grammy-winning comedian will debut his fourth stand-up hour for the streamer, titled “Good for Nathan,” on Nov. 24. “The…

Is This the Gayest Oscar Season Ever?

Gay men love the Oscars. But the Oscars haven’t always shown the same love back. It’s been more than 20 years since “Brokeback Mountain,” after a charmed precursor season, lost…

Lady Gaga, Jack White, Boy George Lead Songwriters Hall of Fame 2027 Nominees

The Songwriters Hall of Fame has announced the nominees for its 2027 class, a genre- and generation-spanning list led by stars like Lady Gaga, Jack White, Boy George, Deborah…

‘Off Campus’ Season 2 Sets April Premiere Date

The next installment of the Prime Video college hockey romance stars Mika Abdalla and Stephen Kalyn.

Suzanne Farwell’s Starry Rom-Com ‘Otherwise Engaged’ Sells Wide Ahead of AFM (Exclusive)

In the classic, New York-set rom-com, Jack Whitehall and Zoë Kravitz are a newly engaged couple whose wedding plans are upended when their parents, played by Halle Berry and Colin…

Victor Wembanyama after historic 52-point, 24-rebound night: 'It should be more like this, more often'

The Spurs star said he's finally getting his legs back after starting the season sick

They Made History as ‘Firsts.’ That’s Not What They Ran On.

Several midterm winners broke barriers, but with campaigns that focused on delivering material change to the lives of Americans.

Escaped killer hid in shed, stole truck, left apology note before capture

Authorities are still trying to piece together how a convicted murderer in Tennessee evaded capture for more than a week.

Clashes erupt in France as ‘Black Thursday’ protests sweep the nation

Riot police clashed with protesters in Lyon on Thursday as a nationwide public sector strike tapped into growing anger over deteriorating services and the rising cost of living.

All the celebs at Chanel’s cruise show in Australia: Nicole Kidman, Margot Robbie and more

Scroll through to see all the best photos from the event.

College Football Playoff resume rankings: Why Kentucky should be ahead of Utah, Indiana

The committee's first batch of rankings did not reflect the true strength of each team's resume

Martha Stewart Now Blames Craig Melvin for Homeless Halloween Costume

Stewart, the media mogul and entrepreneur, said a “Today” show host’s gaffe had influenced her costume.

Jeffries: Democrats won't let Vance 'run away' from record of Iran war support

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) warned that Democrats would not let Vice President Vance off the hook for his record of supporting the Iran war after President…

Top Japan FA official to stand against Infantino for FIFA presidency

Kozo Tashima second person to declare he will challenge Infantino, after former Spurs defender Ramon Vega.

McNeese vs. North Texas odds, prediction: 2026 college basketball picks for Nov. 5 from proven model

SportsLine model reveals its picks for non-conference matchup of McNeese vs. North Texas on Thursday, Nov. 5

Bluesky hit peak usage for the year on election night

Bluesky CEO Toni Schneider said posts and likes doubled during to the U.S. midterm elections on Tuesday.

Russell Brand is being investigated over two new rape complaints, police say

Det Supt Andy Furphy said he hoped other potential victims would gain "courage" and "confidence" from the guilty verdicts.

France holds new strikes and protests as unions demand immediate answers

Five of France's unions join a wave of strikes and protests in a national day of action.

Democratic sweep puts crypto on defensive in Washington

Democrats in Congress could impose tougher rules on crypto and investigate President Donald Trump, ushering in a tougher era for the industry.

How Melania Trump Became a Dark Horse Diplomat on Ukraine

Both Moscow and Kyiv say Mrs. Trump’s team was the driving force behind an evacuation of a besieged city. It was also in their interest to deliver her a humanitarian win.

STAT+: Winners, losers, and MAHA

Democratic doctors won big, MAHA faces an uncertain future, and what the election could mean for Medicare for All.

CBS News exit polls show how Democrats won in the midterms

Economic issues helped propel President Trump to victory in 2024, and those same issues dragged down his party in 2026.

Zipline hits $21.5B valuation as Walmart expands bet on drone delivery

Zipline raised $1.5 billion and ramped up its partnership with Walmart.

Katherine Clark Could Be the House Majority Leader. Who Is She?

A Massachusetts liberal who has never sought the No. 1 leadership spot, Ms. Clark is known as an adept member manager.

Area Man Feels Joy Online for First Time in Years

A day after the US midterm elections gave Democrats control of Congress, Onion CEO Ben Collins and comedian Patti Harrison spoke to WIRED about the salve of satire during…

Democrats win House majority with Trump approval at historic low

Democrats won control of the House in the 2026 midterm elections, CBS News projects, with victories in battleground districts across the country.