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CANNABIS

Gallup finds 68% of Americans support marijuana legalization, with bipartisan backing—85% Democrats, 69% independents, and 53% Republicans favor reform.

Poll shows 45% believe Kamala Harris would better support U.S. cannabis industry, while 16% favor Trump, with bipartisan opinions split.

The DEA’s marijuana rescheduling hearing, originally set for December, is now delayed to early 2025 for procedural adjustments and participant clarification.

US NEWS

Over 68 million early votes cast, equaling 42% of 2020 turnout. Harris and Trump to campaign in key states today.

U.S. economy adds 12,000 jobs in October, lowest since December 2020; analysts cite hurricanes as factors, with unemployment steady at 4.1%.

Thieves stole two Andy Warhol “Reigning Queens” paintings, damaging two others, fleeing the Dutch museum and leaving damaged works behind.

WORLD NEWS

Flash floods in Spain’s Valencia region leave 205 dead; residents blame officials for late warnings and inadequate preparation amid ongoing rainfall.

North Korea reveals Hwasong-19, claiming it’s the world’s largest ICBM; experts doubt practicality due to missile’s unwieldy design.

Khamenei vows “teeth-breaking” response to U.S. and Israel after recent Israeli strikes on Iranian military sites, escalating regional tensions.

SPORTS

Indiana Fever name Stephanie White as coach; she’ll lead Rookie of the Year Caitlin Clark after last season’s 20-20 playoff finish.

SEC to penalize college football teams for fake injuries, potentially suspending head coaches, aiming to curb unsportsmanlike conduct during games.

Ashton Jeanty’s Heisman bid strengthens with 180 yards, two touchdowns, leading Boise State in a 56-24 victory over San Diego State.

POP CULTURE

Mariah Carey kicks off Christmas season early, launching holiday festivities on Halloween, debuting countdown video, and promoting “Christmas Time” decor and merchandise.

Eva Longoria unknowingly financed John Wick, bridging budget gaps, sparking her producing career, and still receiving financial returns years later.

Netflix teases Squid Game Season 2, debuting December 26, featuring returning cast in a new, deadly survival game with high-stakes drama.

BUSINESS

Boeing machinists union, 30,000 members strong, votes Monday on a 38% pay raise offer, possibly ending a seven-week strike.

Trump’s social media stock plunges 41% in three days, eroding $2.4 billion from his net worth amid election-driven market volatility.

Disney transforms parks from Halloween to holiday decor overnight, involving various teams to prepare for peak October-December visitor seasons.

Quote of the Day:

“It's not what you pay a man, but what he costs you that counts.”

- Will Rogers

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