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NOV 12

Historic ocean liner SS United States sunk off Florida to become world's largest artificial reef

22 verified facts from 2 sources.

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The ship was moved from Philadelphia to Alabama for cleaning and remediation work before being sunk.

The SS United States was intentionally sunk off the coast of Florida to become the world's largest artificial ocean reef.

A land-based museum detailing the ship's history is planned.

The SS United States spent nearly 30 years docked in Philadelphia before being moved to Florida.

The ship was sunk without explosives in a precision operation.

5 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

Nigeria's president launches re-election manifesto

22 verified facts from 1 source.

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Analysis by Nigeria's International Centre for Investigative Reporting found that the price of imported rice rose by 184% between May 2023 and October 2025.

Nigeria's President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has launched his re-election manifesto, promising to grow the economy, tackle insecurity and address housing shortages.

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission says the country had installed generation capacity of 13,625MW at the end of 2024 but generated an average of just 4,223MW during the year.

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“APC were able to win because opposition was divided between two very strong candidates with two regional bases. In the end, we still go down to basic questions like the region you are from and tribal sentiments,”
Ikenna Okonkwo Said DATE NOT STATED Reported NOV 12 verbatim · 1 source

Okonkwo analysed the APC's 2023 election victory, attributing it to a divided opposition and regional and tribal dynamics.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

2026 MLB season · NOV 12

Jacob Misiorowski and Cam Schlittler named unanimous Cy Young Award winners for 2026

22 verified facts from 1 source.

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Cristopher Sanchez finished second in NL Cy Young voting.

Jacob Misiorowski received all 30 first-place votes for the NL Cy Young Award.

Misiorowski averaged 100.6 mph on his fastballs in 2026.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

NOV 11

Democrat Scott Colom wins Mississippi Senate race, unseating Cindy Hyde-Smith

25 verified facts from 6 sources.

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Hyde-Smith posted a concession video saying she respected the decision of Mississippi voters and congratulated Colom.

Colom is a district attorney for four counties along the Mississippi-Alabama state line.

Hyde-Smith is 67 years old.

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“While this was not the outcome we worked for or hoped for, I respect the decision of Mississippi voters,”
Cindy Hyde-Smith Said NOV 11 Reported NOV 12 verbatim · 2 sources

Hyde-Smith congratulated Colom in a video posted on X on Wednesday evening after losing the Senate race.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

US charges three men for alleged Iranian-backed plot at UK Fairford air base

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Two of the arrested men were subsequently re-arrested on suspicion of assisting Iran's intelligence service and charged under the National Security Act.

The three men were identified as Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood al-Saadi, Mohsen Mohajeri, and Mohammad Ali al-Hassani.

The DOJ said the three men acted in support of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and Iraq's Kataib Hezbollah.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

NOV 11

Pakistan's imports from India growing despite tensions

26 verified facts from 1 source.

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India accounted for about 0.3 percent of Pakistan's $64.5bn total import bill in 2025-2026.

A ceasefire ended four days of fighting on May 10, 2025.

Pakistan and India severed most of their remaining links in the spring of 2025.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

2026 NFL season · NOV 12

Rams star Puka Nacua out for extended period after injury on final play

11 verified facts from 1 source.

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In six games this season, Davante Adams has 30 catches for 480 yards and four touchdowns.

Puka Nacua sprained his MCL and PCL and sustained a turf toe injury during the Rams' 20-13 win over the Washington Commanders.

The Arizona Cardinals are 3-6 and beat the Rams earlier in the season.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

2026 NFL season · NOV 12

Bengals coach Zac Taylor acknowledges fault in failed trade for Eagles edge rusher Ebiketie

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An NFL Network report stated the Bengals and Eagles agreed on a deal sending Arnold Ebiketie to Cincinnati for a sixth-round pick in 2027.

Taylor read a prepared statement from Bengals director of football Duke Tobin when explaining the failed trade.

The Bengals defeated the Atlanta Falcons in the NFL's first game in Madrid on Sunday for their fourth consecutive victory.

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“We did make an effort to put some depth in there in place of Cashius [Howell]. As we got into it, obviously it was going to be a little more costly than we initially anticipated. He's really apologetic about it and wants to make clear [that] Philly was a great trade partner. It was on our end.”
Duke Tobin Said NOV 11 Reported NOV 12 verbatim · 1 source

Tobin's prepared statement, read aloud by Taylor, said the Bengals underestimated the cost of replacing Cashius Howell and that Philadelphia was a willing trade partner.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

Palestine Weekly roundup: West Bank and Gaza

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Gaza's Crossings and Borders Authority said Israel let in no aid trucks or commercial goods on November 6 and 7.

The army called the Haaretz report false.

Peace Now said settlers shot a Palestinian man in the leg during the Ein a-Duyuk a-Tahta takeover.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

NOV 11

FIFA rankings top four to be kept apart until semi-finals at 2027 Women's World Cup

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Pot 4 will include three places for the winners of the inter-confederation playoff tournament that will conclude in March, along with the lowest-ranked sides involved.

FIFA confirmed that the draw will take place at 1.30pm local time on 11 December at Rio de Janeiro's Museum of Modern Art.

England hold a 31-point advantage over fifth-placed Japan in the world rankings before the upcoming round of internationals.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

Kennedy family sues to block Trump's Arlington memorial arch

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The White House said it was "unfortunate" to see members of the Kennedy family join litigation against the arch.

The project won approval from the National Capital Planning Commission.

The plaintiffs include seven children of Robert and Ethel Kennedy, grandson and former congressman Joe Kennedy, and Edward Kennedy Jr.

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“will permanently cast shadows over and damage historically significant sightlines to the existing gravesites and memorials established in the Kennedy family's honor”
The Kennedy family Said DATE NOT STATED Reported NOV 11 verbatim · 1 source

The Kennedy family argues the arch would cast shadows over gravesites and memorials at Arlington National Cemetery.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

White House and Democrats clash over congressional oversight and investigation threats

17 verified facts from 3 sources.

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The House Oversight Committee, currently led by Republicans, issued a report saying there was no evidence to connect Trump with Epstein's alleged sex-trafficking ring.

Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries publicly supported the impeachment resolution against Hegseth.

Garcia has said he will use the House Oversight Committee to look into potential ties between Trump and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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“I write to remind you of the foundational limits that the Constitution imposes on congressional investigations and subpoenas, which you and members of the new Congress have evinced a clear intent to transgress,”
William Scharf Said NOV 09 Reported NOV 11 verbatim · 1 source

Scharf wrote a letter to Garcia warning of constitutional limits on congressional investigations.

3 facts single-source — treat as provisional.

Quote of the day
“I was unfaithful to my wife. My actions hurt her and our children. There is no excuse for what I did,”
Jensen Huang Said NOV 08 Reported NOV 12 verbatim · 3 sources

Huang wrote the message to Nvidia staff on Sunday following reports of extramarital affairs, including one with an alleged Chinese spy.

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