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Federal law enforcement officials said Thursday that they stopped a Texas man from carrying out a possible terrorist attack in Houston. "Any day we can publicly say that is a good day," the FBI's Houston field office said on social media. Anas Said, 28, was charged last month with attempting to provide material support to the terrorist group ISIS, according to an indictment filed in U.S. District Court in Texas. "He tried several times to travel to join ISIS and stated he would readily move back to Lebanon if he were released," the documents say. "If they said yes, those are the persons he would kill," the documents say.

Persons: Anas Said, Said, Israel, Abu Muhammad al, Beata Zawrzel, he'd, they'd, Baldemar Zuniga Organizations: ISIS, FBI, U.S ., Consulate, Federal Locations: Texas, Houston, U.S, Lebanon, Washington, Israel, Afghanistan, Iraq

If Kamala Harris' campaign was known for anything, it was its blockbuster fundraising. The overarching challenge at this point for what is left of Harris' campaign is that the financial picture is shrouded in mystery — even for those within the organization. What is even more unusual are the explosive clashes taking place in and around the Harris campaign universe. The requests have all been shut down and two Harris campaign officials told NBC News that the email list is not for sale. “We had some emails pre-scripted for a long fight,” a senior campaign official close to the strategy said.

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☆ Landry CEO Fertitta becomes Wynn Resorts' largest individual shareholder with nearly 10% stake
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-14 | by ( Contessa Brewer | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +3 min

Billionaire Tilman Fertitta has increased his ownership stake in Wynn Resorts to 9.9%, according to a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Wynn Resorts and Fertitta declined to comment on his increased stake. He is frequently outspoken about issues that affect Las Vegas, whether it is Formula One or historic union wage contracts. Wynn Las Vegas is the top-of-the-line, uber-luxurious resort on the Strip, and it owns two high-end resorts in Macao. That position gave him a 6.2% stake in the company and made him the second-largest individual shareholder in Wynn, after co-founder Elaine Wynn.

Persons: Billionaire Tilman Fertitta, Jefferies, David Katz, Wynn, Craig Billings, Ras Al Khaimah, Fertitta, Elaine Wynn, Steve Wynn Organizations: CNBC, Wynn Resorts, U.S . Securities, Exchange Commission, Hilton, Fertitta, Houston Rockets, Golden, Las, Wynn, United, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Locations: U.S, Las Vegas, Wynn Las, Macao, United Arab, Ras Al, United Arab Emirates, Wynn

☆ The Onion has won the bid for Infowars’ assets
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-14 | by ( Hadas Gold | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

CNN —Satirical news site The Onion won the auction to acquire conspiracy theorist Alex Jones’ Infowars, which was sold off as part of a defamation settlement after he falsely called the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre a hoax. The Onion’s bid was backed by the families of eight victims of school shooting and one first responder. Jones was previously ordered to pay $1.5 billion to families of the Sandy Hook shooting victims. Jones had used Infowars to spread some of the most disturbing and disgusting lies and conspiracy theories into the public discourse. Though Collins declined to detail the bid amount, he said it was the highest and that the funding came from The Onion itself.

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☆ FBI arrests Houston man who allegedly wanted to commit a ‘9/11’ style attack in the US
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-14 | by ( Holmes Lybrand | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —The FBI announced on Thursday the arrest of a Texas man who allegedly created and disseminated ISIS propaganda and wanted to commit a “9/11-style” attack in the United States. According to Houston’s FBI field office, he admitted to offering his home as a “safe sanctuary” to ISIS operators. “He also discussed his efforts to commit violence in the United States, including considering purchasing a gun, researching military recruitment facilities, and scouting one specific location” in Houston, according to the memo. According to court documents, the FBI has been aware of Said’s support of ISIS since 2017, when he ordered stickers related to ISIS. In follow-up interviews, Said told the FBI he no longer consumed ISIS media and propaganda.

Persons: Anas Said, Said, “, ”, Said’s, Israel Organizations: CNN, FBI, ISIS, Prosecutors, Israel Consulate Locations: Texas, United States, Houston , Texas, Lebanon, Houston, Israel, Afghanistan, Iraq, ”

Diamond Sports moved closer to exiting bankruptcy on Thursday after a bankruptcy judge approved its reorganization plan, which slashes the hefty debt load that toppled the company. The green light is a significant milestone for the owner of regional sports networks, which has been under bankruptcy protection since March 2023. It presented its reorganization plan to the court with a standing objection from the U.S. The reorganization plan that received court approval on Thursday will see Diamond's debt load cut from nearly $9 billion to $200 million. Diamond is now unencumbered by legacy debt, financially stable and enthusiastically supported by new ownership," Diamond CEO David Preschlack said in a release Thursday.

Persons: Jose Siri, Dansby Swanson, Travis d'Arnaud, Diamond, David Preschlack Organizations: Major League Baseball's Houston Astros, Atlanta Braves, Diamond Sports, Amazon, Major League Baseball, U.S ., Diamond Locations: Truist, Atlanta

☆ Why Builders Are Renting Out New Houses Instead of Cutting Home Prices
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-13 | by ( James Rodriguez | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +11 min

Builders, meanwhile, are luring buyers with some perks but are barely budging on prices. That's partly because these companies have another place to turn: the rental market. Opportunistic investors — mostly small and midsize players, who own the vast majority of single-family rentals in the country — are happy to oblige. Builders have also started developing entire communities of single-family homes to be rented out rather than sold, a strategy known as build-for-rent. Their embrace of the rental market says more about the obstacles for buyers than for builders.

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☆ NFL Power Rankings Week 11: Chiefs back at No. 1, plus quarterback confidence rankings
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-12 | by ( Josh Kendall | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +24 min

Buffalo Bills (8-2)Last week: 4Sunday: Beat Indianapolis Colts 30-20QB confidence rating: 8Josh Allen has scored 58 non-passing touchdowns since being drafted in 2018. ETAdvertisementLast week: 7Sunday: Beat Jacksonville Jaguars 12-7QB confidence rating: 5Sunday was the game the Sam Darnold skeptics have been waiting for. Tampa Bay Buccaneers (4-6)Last week: 13Sunday: Lost to San Francisco 49ers 23-20QB confidence rating: 7Baker Mayfield leads the NFL with 24 touchdown passes. Miami Dolphins (3-6)Last week: 27Monday: Beat Los Angeles Rams 23-15QB confidence rating: 6By the numbers, Tua Tagovailoa is playing great. Jacksonville Jaguars (2-8)Last week: 30Sunday: Lost to Minnesota Vikings 12-7QB confidence rating: 4The good news from Sunday?

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Trump critics fear he may enter office looking for retribution. “I’m worried that I’ll be targeted by him and a lot of people in his circle,” Troye said in an interview. And I’m concerned for my family.” One former Trump White House official who has publicly spoken against Trump described feeling “scared” and declined to let their name be used. ➡️ The NBC News Home Buyer Index shows those with tough housing markets shifted more sharply toward Trump. And take a look at the best leggings on Amazon for exercising, running errands or just lounging at home.

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☆ Cowboys’ WR misses catch, blames sun, calls for stadium curtains
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-11 | by ( Jacob Lev | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —It wasn’t just the Dallas Cowboys’ blowout loss to the Philadelphia Eagles that made headlines on Sunday. The sun caused a stir following the 34-6 loss to their divisional rivals to drop the team’s record to 3-6. Cowboys’ wide receiver Ceedee Lamb voiced support for curtains to be put up at the Cowboys’ home stadium - AT&T Stadium - to prevent sun glare from affecting play on the field. With the Cowboys down 7-3 In the second quarter, Lamb missed a potential three-yard touchdown pass from Cowboys quarterback Cooper Rush. Jones, who is also the team’s general manager, was then asked why not put curtains up to stop the glare.

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☆ NFL Week 10 review: QB plays like ‘best player on planet’ in win
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-11 | by ( Ben Morse | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +10 min

CNN —Week 10 of the NFL season was one full of drama, talking points and some big solo performances. QB plays like ‘best player on planet’ in historic gameThe Arizona Cardinals had a successful afternoon and that largely came thanks to the historic performance of their quarterback, Kyler Murray. He completed 22 out of 24 of his passing attempts, throwing for one touchdown and running for two more scores. Chris Coduto/Getty ImagesMurray also became the first player in NFL history to complete 85% of his passes with 250 passing yards and two rushing touchdowns. “I think the quarterback was the best player on the planet today,” Gannon said.

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☆ Jake Bates’ walk-off field goal lifts Lions to 26-23 comeback win over Texans: Key takeaways
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-11 | by ( Colton Pouncy | Zach Powell | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +3 min

In a turnover-heavy game riddled with interceptions, the Detroit Lions overcame a slow start to win a wild “Sunday Night Football” contest. With four seconds remaining in regulation, Jake Bates kicked a 52-yard field goal to lift the Lions past the Houston Texans 26-23 at NRG Stadium. That followed a 58-yard field goal Bates made with 5:06 remaining to tie the game at 23. THE @LIONS SCORE 19 UNANSWERED POINTS TO WIN! Trailing 23-7 at halftime, the Lions scored 19 unanswered to win by three, on the road, against a quality Texans team.

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☆ Detroit Lions produce incredible comeback to defeat Houston Texans despite Jared Goff’s five interceptions
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-11 | by ( Jacob Lev | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +2 min

CNN —Despite throwing a career-high five interceptions, Jared Goff led the Detroit Lions to a come-from-behind 26-23 victory over the Houston Texans on Sunday Night Football at NRG Stadium. The Lions trailed 23-7 heading into halftime after Goff threw three interceptions in the first half. Goff threw a career-high five interceptions in the Lions' win. Goff threw for 240 yards and two touchdowns while running back Jahmyr Gibbs added 71 yards on the ground. The Lions host the Jacksonville Jaguars next week while the Texans head to Dallas to take on the Cowboys on Monday Night Football.

Persons: Jared Goff, Jake Bates, Goff, Bates ’, Ka’imi Fairbairn, Bates, Tim Warner, Matt Ryan, Jahmyr Gibbs, “ I’ve, ” Goff, I’ve, ”, C.J, Stroud Organizations: CNN, Detroit Lions, Houston Texans, Sunday, NRG, Lions, Detroit, The Lions, Texans, Minnesota Vikings, NFC, Associated Press, Atlanta Falcons, Arizona Cardinals, Jacksonville Jaguars, Cowboys, Monday, Football Locations: Dallas

Trump allies are discussing deportation and detention options, with tackling the US-Mexico border seen as a priority from Day 1. But advocates fear deportation plans will soon reach deeper into American communities, targeting people who they say have a right to live here. Supporters of then-Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump gather outside Shelby Park in Eagle Pass, Texas, on February 29, 2024, the day Trump visits the U.S.-Mexico border at Eagle Pass. Kena Betancur/AFP/Getty ImagesIn the urban heart of New York City, where thousands of migrants and asylum seekers have stretched local resources, some houses of worship are preparing to shift their missions. But Murad Awawdeh, president of the New York Immigration Coalition, warned that sanctuary laws won’t stop federal immigration agencies from doing what they want.

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AUBURN, Ala. — A flight carrying the No. 11 Auburn basketball team was grounded shortly after takeoff on Friday after two players got into a fight onboard, according to multiple reports. “We had two players that got into a physical altercation, clothes were ripped,” the pilot was heard saying to air traffic controllers in audio obtained by WBRC-TV. The pilot told air traffic controllers that police were called, according to the audio. The fight was broken up before it became anything serious and a replacement flight departed Friday night, ESPN reported.

Persons: “, Bruce Pearl Organizations: Auburn, WBRC, Tigers, ESPN, Vermont, NCAA Locations: AUBURN, Ala, Houston, WBRC

☆ Hackers are stealing tickets from Ticketmaster customers' accounts. For many, the troubled platform is their only option.
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-09 | by ( Dan Latu | Palmer Haasch | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

It was a reminder for an Usher concert in Dallas on October 5, synced with her Ticketmaster account. Live Nation, worth about $28 billion as of November 8, has a tight grip on the live-entertainment industry. The Live Nation executive recommended Ticketmaster account holders have a unique password not used for any other platforms. AdvertisementShe figured she would have to rebuy tickets, she added, so was surprised and pleased when Ticketmaster reinstated the tickets. People protesting outside the US Capitol the morning of a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing about the merger of Ticketmaster and Live Nation in 2023.

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☆ Auburn men’s basketball team flight diverted after altercation between players, per CNN affiliate WBRC
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-09 | by ( Jacob Lev | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +1 min

CNN —A plane carrying the Auburn men’s basketball team had to be diverted following an altercation on the flight, according to CNN affiliate WBRC. According to WBRC, the pilot requested an emergency landing in Montgomery, Alabama. Per ESPN, the apparent scuffle was over before it became a serious situation, but the flight personnel decided to divert back to Auburn. Auburn was still expecting to travel to Houston on Friday night, according to ESPN. The Tigers are 1-0 on the season following a blowout win over Vermont earlier this week.

Persons: WBRC, “, ” Organizations: CNN, Auburn men’s, WBRC, Tigers, Houston, Toyota, ” CNN, Auburn, Auburn police, ESPN, The Tigers, Vermont Locations: Texas, Montgomery , Alabama, Auburn, Houston

☆ Trump’s election sparks speculation and infighting over future Supreme Court vacancies
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-09 | by ( John Fritze | Paula Reid | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +9 min

The attention on potential Supreme Court vacancies has so far been driven entirely by forces outside the court – and rampant speculation based on a series of murky clues and past practices. “No questions could even be raised about their physical or mental health.”Ed Whelan, a former Supreme Court clerk and legal commentor, said he agreed with Leo’s take. The process of moving a Supreme Court nominee takes considerable time – often several months. The Supreme Court did not respond to a request for comment. It is also fairly common when a new administration comes to town to talk about these things.”’CNN Chief Supreme Court Analyst Joan Biskupic contributed to this report.

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☆ NASA astronauts from SpaceX Crew-8 mission to speak publicly following hospitalizations
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-08 | by ( Jackie Wattles | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +3 min

CNN —Three of the astronauts who were unexpectedly hospitalized after returning from the International Space Station in late October are set to discuss their mission during a NASA news conference. NASA astronauts Michael Barratt, Matthew Dominick, and Jeanette Epps are expected to field questions. The group includes (from left) Roscosmos cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin and NASA astronauts Michael Barratt, Matthew Dominick and Jeanette Epps. NASA ultimately chose to send back the Boeing spacecraft empty and moved Starliner’s astronauts onto the SpaceX Crew-9 mission, delaying the launch of that mission. Astronauts commonly extend their stay aboard the space station for days, weeks or even months as unexpected events arise.

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Ties have been at their lowest point in decades amid disputes over trade, technology, Taiwan and Chinese aggression in the South China Sea. “We respect the choice of the American people,” the Chinese Foreign Ministry said in a statement earlier. A second Trump presidency “could mark a new beginning in China-U.S. relations if the chance that has been offered is not wasted,” state-run newspaper China Daily said in an editorial on Wednesday. But Chinese officials laser-focused on stabilizing their faltering economy are also mindful of the tariffs of 60% or more that Trump has vowed to impose on all Chinese imports. One person it may turn to for help is tech billionaire Elon Musk, a devoted Trump supporter with extensive business interests in China who is wildly popular there.

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It was not immediately clear who sent the messages, and there is no complete list of whom they were delivered to. “My initial reaction was probably like disbelief, like I thought it was like a joke,” said Jones, who forwarded the text message to loved ones. The “racist and vile spam text messages” have also spread to Louisiana, Republican state Attorney General Liz Murrill confirmed said Thursday via X. And in Washington, DC, the attorney general’s office also is “aware of racist text messages being sent to residents there, condemning them unequivocally,” spokesperson Gabriel Shoglow-Rubenstein said. If you believe your safety is at risk, please contact local law enforcement,” he said in a statement to CNN.

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☆ NFL midseason predictions for every team: Kirk Cousins wins comeback award; NFC East champ is …?
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-07 | by ( The Athletic Nfl Staff | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +28 min

Our NFL writers addressed these topics and more in making one prediction for every team heading into the season’s second half. The fourth-year back is on pace to finish with 1,256 yards, which would be the fourth-highest total in team history. Every other NFL team has put a player in at least one of those categories during that stretch — and most teams have checked both boxes. Minnesota has one of the most productive defenses in the NFL and an offense loaded at the skill positions. And the Eagles have managed to win games despite bad luck and bad decisions.

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Three-time Emmy-winning journalist and Los Angeles TV news anchor Chauncy Glover died unexpectedly on Tuesday, his family announced. His family announced the news in a statement to KCAL, writing: "We, Sherry and Robert Glover, along with Chauncy’s beloved family, are devastated by the unimaginable loss of our beloved Chauncy. Before working with KCAL in Los Angeles, Glover was the first Black male main anchor for Houston’s KTRK, where he was on the air for eight years, according to KCAL. One of his accomplishments outside of his journalistic career was founding "The Chauncy Glover Project," a mentoring program created to help develop "inner-city teenage boys into upstanding and accomplished gentlemen," according to its website. "Chauncy’s compassion and dedication to helping others, especially through the Chauncy Glover Project, changed countless lives and inspired so many young men to pursue their dreams,” his family wrote in their statement.

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Learn moreShakira's 2025 World Tour kicks off in February after the singer rescheduled several of her tour dates in new venues due to high demand. Shakira's 2025 North American tour scheduleThe schedule for Shakira's 2025 tour begins on February 11 with back-to-back shows in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. How to buy tickets for Shakira's 2025 concert tourYou can buy original tickets to see Shakira's 2025 Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour on Ticketmaster and AXS, depending on the venue. Tickets to Shakira's 2025 concert dates can also be purchased through verified resale ticket vendors such as StubHub and Vivid Seats. So far, Shakira hasn't disclosed her opening acts or the schedule of supporting artists for her 2025 tour.

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☆ How CNN projects elections
▼ + stars: | 2024-11-05 | by ( Zachary B. Wolf | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +14 min

CNN —Millions of Americans will be tuning in to CNN and other networks on election night as returns roll in. They’ll be waiting to see who wins, something CNN will determine with a series of projections. I talked to Jennifer Agiesta, CNN’s director of polling and election analytics, about how CNN approaches the job of projecting a winner. But it tends to be after Election Day in a place like Pennsylvania. Is there a precedent in your career for a race that’s this close heading into Election Day?

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