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Lenny Wilkens, the Hall of Fame player and coach who defined excellence in basketball across five decades, has died at 88. A Brooklyn native, Wilkens was celebrated for both his playmaking and his championship coaching career.

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President Donald Trump issued 77 pardons, extending forgiveness to allies who pushed false claims of voter fraud in the 2020 election. The sweeping proclamation excludes state cases, which continue to move forward.

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The Senate makes its first move toward ending a 40-day government shutdown, advancing a temporary funding plan through January. Eight Democrats joined Republicans to move the bill forward despite objections from party leadership.

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In 1957, Charlie Sifford made history as the first African American to win a major golf tournament, capturing the Long Beach Open using a putter gifted by Joe Louis. His victory helped push the PGA of America to end its “Caucasian-only” clause in 1961 — a pivotal moment for racial equity in sports.

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Consumer sentiment has dropped amid ongoing concerns about the U.S. economy and a prolonged government shutdown.

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Cornell University reached a $60 million settlement with the Trump administration to restore more than $250 million in federal research funds frozen amid civil rights probes. The agreement ends investigations by multiple federal agencies and binds Cornell to strict reporting requirements under Title VI and the Affordable Care Act.

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On Nov. 7, 1972, Barbara Jordan of Texas and Andrew Young of Georgia made history as the first Black Southerners elected to Congress since Reconstruction. Their victories reshaped American politics and inspired generations of Black leaders, from John Lewis to Kamala Harris.

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The U.S. Department of Transportation plans a 10% reduction in airport capacity nationwide amid the ongoing government shutdown. Air traffic controllers remain on the job without pay, raising concerns about safety and morale.

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The FAA is cutting flight capacity by 10% nationwide to maintain safety as unpaid air traffic controllers face exhaustion amid the prolonged government shutdown. Airlines and the FAA are working to rebook passengers and protect operations, but travelers should expect widespread delays.

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After nearly 40 years in Congress, House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi is stepping away — but not before one last call for “moral courage.” In a heartfelt essay, Pelosi reflects on America’s enduring tests of liberty and justice.

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