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PoliticsOct 31Critics Blame Grade Inflation and Lack of Accountability for Discrepancies in NYC Student Proficiency RatesExperts argue that widespread grade inflation in New York City schools, driven by teacher unions and political pressure, masks low student proficiency in math and reading despite high per-pupil spending and near-universal graduation rates.headtopics · united states of america
WorldOct 31Sean McVay’s crazy two-kicker gamble might actually be geniusThe Rams could activate Josh Karty and Brandon McManus against the Chargers in a bold two-kicker strategy that might finally fix their special teams woes.headtopics · united states of america
BusinessOct 31North Carolina homeowners fear being forced out as HOA fees skyrocket to $2,500 a monthMagnolia Cove owners say years of legal battles and mounting assessments have turned their dream homes into financial nightmares, with some fearing foreclosure.headtopics · united states of america
WorldOct 31Trick or treat: Can you identify which of these candies are made in Pennsylvania?A number of beloved candies are made in Pennsylvania, which has been a hub for confections for decades. Test your knowledge with our short Halloween quiz.dailyitem · united states of america
PoliticsOct 31Crypto industry pours more than $200 million into 2026 midterms to pressure Congress on favorable rulesInterest groups tied to cryptocurrency are spending millions to tilt the midterm elections. They had mixed success in 2024CNBC
WorldOct 31Yet another Mexican national dies in the custody of ICE: A perspective from our CEOAfter the death of a Mexican green card holder in ICE custody, Travis Bembenek looks at what is happening in the U.S., and why. The post Yet another Mexican national dies in the custody of ICE: A perspective from our CEO appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
WorldOct 31What a diploma measures when A’s are the new normalFamilies writing checks this fall are paying dearly for a transcript on which the top grade has become the ordinary one.The Hill
PoliticsOct 31Live updates: Trump telerallies planned in 19 states; Atlanta G20 meeting continues after early tensionsPresident Trump is slated to speak at telerallies across the country Saturday, marking his last scheduled campaign appearance in several key battlegrounds before Election Day next week. Trump is set to appear in virtual events in at least 19 states — Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico,…The Hill
BusinessOct 31New episode: The real story behind Mexico’s record exportsAre you 'Confidently Wrong' about Mexican exports? Tune in to this week's podcast and find out. The post New episode: The real story behind Mexico’s record exports appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
PoliticsOct 31US To Deport 150 Afghan Immigrants Back To Afghanistan — ReportAmong those expected to be deported are relatives of Afghans who assisted the US military in the country before the fall of Kabul, according to AfghanEvac, a group seeking to help former Afghan allies. The post US To Deport 150 Afghan Immigrants Back To Afghanistan — Report appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
PoliticsOct 31Election cheat sheet: These early races could tell us where the midterms are headedYou won't need to stay up all night Tuesday to spot a big Democratic wave in the 2026 midterm elections. But it could take days — or even weeks — to know whether Republicans have survived a smaller one and held on to the House or Senate.Why it matters: A handful of early results in key states and congressional districts will tell us whether Democrats are headed for a landslide or disappointment.What we're watching: Florida, Florida, Florida. Most polls close at 7pm ET, and the state counts quickly — ready for release when the Panhandle finally calls it a night an hour later.At 8:01pm, refresh Axios
PoliticsOct 31Trump promised to slash energy costs — but gasoline, diesel and jet fuel all soared insteadPresident Donald Trump promised voters who were angry about inflation that he would slash gasoline prices below $2 a gallon in his first year in office.CNBC
PoliticsOct 31DOJ pushes to isolate Alaska ballots in Peltola probeThe Department of Justice (DOJ) pushed to isolate some Alaska ballots as part of a probe into whether the presence of two candidates with the same name could confuse voters in the state, a Friday court filing shows. The investigation centers around reporting by The New York Times that Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola’s campaign…The Hill
PoliticsOct 31Alaska’s two ‘Dan Sullivans’: How common is ballot stacking, does it work?Same names on Alaska ballot triggered political firestorm in US, prompting a Justice Department investigation.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsOct 31Can Latino discontent loosen Republican grip on Florida?Rising petrol prices and anger over immigration raids are testing Latino support for Republicans in Florida. Ahead of Tuesday’s midterm elections, Democrats see an opening in a state that has swung firmly to the right, but economic frustration may not be enough to overturn years of Republican dominance.RFI [en]
WorldOct 31Pope Leo tells Villanova and Notre Dame basketball teams he is neutral. Prevost has other ideasPope Leo XIV has told the basketball teams from his alma mater, Villanova, and fellow Catholic university Notre Dame that in matters of sport, the pontiff is neutralmynews13_com · united states of america
WorldOct 31Pope Leo tells Villanova and Notre Dame basketball teams he is neutral. Prevost has other ideasPope Leo XIV has told the basketball teams from his alma mater, Villanova, and fellow Catholic university Notre Dame that in matters of sport, the pontiff is neutralbaynews9 · united states of america
PoliticsOct 31Massive Surge in Unwanted Political Text Messages Floods Phones Ahead of US MidtermsConsumers are facing a deluge of political text messages, estimated at 25 to 30 billion, as the US midterm elections approach. Experts warn that these messages are exempt from do-not-call list rules, leaving few effective ways for users to stop the flow before voting day, though reporting spam remains a recommended action.headtopics · united states of america
HealthOct 31Rising health costs and coverage changes are big concerns for older adults as Election Day nearsRising healthcare costs are a major concern for older Americans, and it's affecting their finances and political prioritiesThe Independent World
BusinessOct 31Chandon opens its winery to the public in California in search of new consumersChandon California abre sus puertas al público para mostrar su proceso artesanal y expandir el mercado de espumosos en Napa. La iniciativa busca afianzar su consumo cotidiano.El sector de espumosos resiste la baja en el consumo global de alcohol, destacándose sobre los vinos sin burbujas. La bodega apuesta por sostenibilidad y autenticidad.Clarín
PoliticsOct 31As Texas Dems predict a Hispanic wave, Hinojosa takes her pitch ringsideDays before Election Day, Texas Democratic gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa is stepping into the ring for a critical voting bloc in the Lone Star State: Hispanic men.CBS News
PoliticsOct 31Qatari mediators held talks in Tehran aimed at restarting direct U.S.-Iran negotiations, source saysAxios reported that Qatari mediators held more than 12 hours of talks in Tehran on Friday to reach a deal to avoid a resumption of American-led attacks on Iran.CNBC
PoliticsOct 31Kripa Alva expelled from Congress for six yearsThe October 27 order cited alleged anti-party activities and her failure to respond to a show-cause notice.The Hindu
PoliticsOct 31Trump plays for control of Congress and his power in the last years in the White HouseTrump enfrenta elecciones cruciales que podrían cambiar el control del Congreso, con encuestas favoreciendo a sus opositores. La baja popularidad del presidente y problemas económicos amenazan a su partido.Una victoria demócrata podría limitar la agenda presidencial y aumentar investigaciones. Trump, en riesgo de ser un "pato cojo", podría intensificar su confrontación política.Clarín