The increased jackpot will remain the fifth-largest in U.S. history.
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Conservative justices may end affirmative action in college admissions – and beyond
On Monday, the court will hear challenges to the ‘race conscious’ admissions policies at Harvard and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Elon Musk posts unfounded conspiracy about Paul Pelosi attack
Musk tweeted a link to a Santa Monica Observer article claiming Paul Pelosi was involved with a male sex worker, according to the Daily Beast.
Man who attacked Nancy Pelosi’s husband carried zip ties
The attack on the House Speaker’s 82-year-old husband, Paul, less than two weeks before before the election was a jarring reminder of the nation’s toxic political climate.
At least 132 dead, many injured after India bridge collapse
Officials told local media over a hundred people were plunged into the Machchu river.
Concerns rise as Russia resumes grain blockade of Ukraine
The grain initiative has allowed more than 9 million tons of grain in 397 ships to safely leave Ukrainian ports since it was signed in July, and the U.N. chief urged Russia and Ukraine to renew the deal.
South Korea in shock, grief as 153 die in Seoul after Halloween crowd surge
Officials say the death count could further rise as 37 of the 133 injured people are in serious conditions.
Abortion access could hinge on state election results
Abortion access in several states could hinge out the outcome of November elections of lawmakers, governors, supreme court justices and attorneys general.
Winter heating forecast: A perfect storm of high prices, tight supply, global chaos
The Russia-Ukraine war, lagging supplies and limited refining are creating havoc in the heating oil market, and Maine is especially vulnerable.
Ahead of harsh winter, tourism roars back in Mediterranean
The rebound, though, has led to long lines, canceled flights and lost luggage.