Coastal Florida city, second-most populous in the state
A British woman, 36, has died off Bimini, Bahamas, while snorkelling with her husband and two sons. The family attempted to rescue the boys after they were swept away by a strong current; she was pulled into the water and died despite CPR. The children were rescued and foul play is not suspected.
Brazilian President Lula’s governance continues amid a high-stakes political shift as Bolsonaro’s family seeks refuge in the United States following Lula’s victory in a tense run-off. Trump has publicly commented on the situation, signaling regional geopolitical reverberations.
President Donald Trump has negotiated for large shipments of Russian diesel to enter global markets and has pressed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to halt strikes on Russian refineries. European officials and some U.S. senators have warned the move will strengthen Moscow’s war effort; Zelenskyy has publicly accused Trump of betrayal and sought additional air‑defence deliveries.
Since mid-October, Ukraine has criticised a US decision to restrict Starshield satellite speeds and has condemned President Trump’s deal to lift temporary limits on Russian diesel exports. Zelenskyy has told EU leaders the Starshield capability has not yet returned to previous levels and has asked the EU for €70bn in defence funding for 2027, while European capitals have publicly reassured Kyiv.
The Justice Department has sued California and asked courts to block counting mail ballots from people it identifies as "likely noncitizens" until citizenship is verified, and it has pressed Los Angeles County and other officials to review a password‑protected list. State officials have disputed the data and timing and have challenged the administration's authority to intervene weeks before the Nov. 3 midterms.
Leslie Roberts has been sentenced to three years and 10 months in federal prison for wire fraud tied to a Warhol-forgeries scheme. He must repay about $2.6 million. Co-conspirator Carlos Melendez pleaded guilty and was sentenced to probation. The cases echo a broader wave of fake Warhol activity in South Florida.
Delegates at the IMF-World Bank meetings in Bangkok have walked out as Russia’s finance minister addressed the room, underscoring Europe’s stance on Moscow and signaling ongoing strain in global economic diplomacy. The incident follows tense debates over Russia’s role at the G20 and broader sanctions dynamics.
Top teams stumble across a chaotic Saturday as Georgia, Notre Dame, Indiana, Alabama and Texas all lose, signaling a shift in title contenders. BYU upsets Notre Dame in Provo; Miami survives Florida State in double overtime; Floyd of Rosedale remains in play as Iowa faces Minnesota.
Trump has questioned Zelenskiy’s willingness to end the war and has suggested replacements. Zelenskiy counters that waiving sanctions strengthens Russia and urges renewed US engagement; Kiev warns against concessions and calls for Europe to press Washington. Negotiations in Oslo and ongoing drone and energy attacks continue to shape the path to peace.
Florida Attorney General has filed a state charge of conspiracy to commit first‑degree murder against Raul Castro, based on a federal indictment and new Florida evidence. The case centers on the 1996 downing of three Brothers to the Rescue planes, which killed four people and intensified U.S.–Cuba tensions amid renewed sanctions and calls for regime change.
Diplomatic talks led by wealthy mediators have progressed toward a framework to end the Ukraine war. In Oslo, leaders and representatives discuss a trilateral approach; a plan for direct negotiations includes the U.S., Ukraine, and European partners. A separate track seeks a durable peace and postwar economic framework. Washington signals willingness to push for a settlement while pressing Kyiv to halt strikes on Russian refineries.
The Florida Bar has terminated Kade McLendon, a former Florida Bar employee, after an account using his name sent racist and homophobic messages to Miami linebacker Damon Wilson II following the Hurricanes’ 43-35 win. The Bar says the messages violate its policy, and McLendon denies sending them while the investigation continues. Wilson has asked fans to support his team as Miami, ranked No. 1, prepares to host Pittsburgh.
Meta has created a new class of non‑voting Class C shares and agreed a deal with Mark Zuckerberg that will let him sell a portion of those shares to cover a potential California one‑time billionaire tax (Proposition 40) without losing voting control. The company has said the move will also raise capital for AI investment and keep Zuckerberg working near Meta's headquarters.
The Alexander brothers and Tal Alexander have been sentenced after a decade of alleged sexual assaults against dozens of women in high-end locations. Victims testified of drugging and rape; prosecutors say the brothers exploited wealth and status. Sentences are delivered in a Manhattan court.
The former Brazilian president has departed Brazil amid a money-laundering probe after losing the election to Lula. He, his wife and daughters traveled to the United States, with reports indicating passports were handed over and entry visas under consideration. Authorities say the departure could widen tensions between Brazil and the United States as the probe proceeds.
Bolsonaro and his family have secured entry visas to the United States after leaving Brazil amid a court order to surrender passports. The former president’s move follows a chaotic exit from Brazil via Argentina and Ecuador, with a destination possibly Miami, as Lula da Silva’s government condemns the act.
AP News reports a shifting ACC landscape as Clemson hosts a top-ranked Miami after a bumpy start; other ACC teams like Duke and Virginia fight to stay relevant while NC State and others hit cross-country tests this weekend.