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Ireland's national football team heads into a crucial Nations League match against England after a 1-0 victory over Finland. Evan Ferguson's goal and Caoimhin Kelleher's penalty save have boosted team morale, despite ongoing criticism of Irish football. The match at Wembley on Sunday is highly anticipated.
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Donald Trump has secured a second term as President of the United States, surpassing the necessary 270 electoral votes. His victory comes after reclaiming key battleground states from the Democrats, with Kamala Harris conceding the election. Voter concerns over the economy played a significant role in Trump's comeback.
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Following Kamala Harris's defeat to Donald Trump in the 2024 presidential election, Democrats are grappling with internal divisions and criticisms regarding their approach to the working class. Senator Bernie Sanders has been vocal about the party's failures, prompting defensive responses from party leaders. The party's future direction is now under scrutiny.
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The 2024 election results reveal significant shifts in voter demographics, particularly among younger and Latino voters. Vice President Kamala Harris lost ground compared to Joe Biden's 2020 performance, raising concerns for the Democratic Party's future strategies. Trump's gains among traditionally Democratic demographics indicate a troubling trend for upcoming elections.
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As the Federal Reserve continues to cut interest rates, high-yield savings accounts are seeing a decline in rates. Currently, many accounts offer around 4% APY, still above inflation, but lower than earlier this year. Experts suggest strategies to manage savings effectively amid these changes.
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Subway has discontinued its $6.99 Meal Deal promotion due to underperformance, just weeks after its launch on National Sandwich Day. The deal will remain available online until December 26, while a new 20% off offer on sandwiches through the app has been introduced. CEO John Chidsey is set to retire at the end of 2024.
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Following a disappointing election cycle, the Democratic Party is preparing for a leadership transition as Jaime Harrison steps down as DNC chair. Ken Martin emerges as a frontrunner, while other candidates like Martin O'Malley and Ben Wikler propose strategies to unify the party against a second Trump presidency.
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McDonald's USA president Joe Erlinger announced on December 5, 2024, that the popular Snack Wrap will return in 2025. The decision follows years of customer demand and comes amid efforts to recover from a recent E. coli outbreak linked to its Quarter Pounder. Exact launch details remain undisclosed.
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As Thanksgiving approaches, severe weather is impacting travel across the U.S. A record 80 million Americans are expected to travel, facing snow in the Midwest, thunderstorms in the Southeast, and heavy rain in the West. The National Weather Service warns of potential disruptions, particularly in the Midwest and East Coast, as multiple storm systems move across the country.
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Following Kamala Harris's defeat in the 2024 presidential election, her campaign team has engaged in a critical self-examination. They defended their strategies while acknowledging challenges, including Trump's effective outreach and the compressed campaign timeline. The team emphasized the need for Democrats to adapt to changing voter dynamics.
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President-elect Donald Trump has reiterated plans to impose a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico unless they address illegal immigration and drug trafficking. Canadian officials are preparing for potential retaliatory measures, raising concerns about economic repercussions for both nations. This follows Trump's previous tariff policies during his first term.
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Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair Ben Wikler announces his candidacy for the Democratic National Committee chair position, emphasizing the need for innovative leadership to revitalize the party after recent electoral setbacks. His approach contrasts with other candidates favoring a more cautious strategy.
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Following Kamala Harris's defeat in the presidential election, Democratic leaders are analyzing their strategies and messaging. Key figures emphasize the need for better communication of party accomplishments and outreach to working-class voters, while also scrutinizing President Biden's role and the effectiveness of Trump's campaign.
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Filmmaker Dinesh D'Souza has apologized for inaccuracies in his documentary '2000 Mules,' which alleged illegal ballot harvesting in the 2020 election. He acknowledged that surveillance videos used in the film may not have been linked to geolocation data, contradicting earlier claims. This follows a lawsuit from a Georgia voter featured in the film.
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A recent ruling by Judge Jacob Frost has temporarily restored collective bargaining rights for Wisconsin public sector workers, challenging the 2011 Act 10 law. This decision is expected to be appealed, continuing a decade-long battle over union rights in the state. The outcome could significantly impact the upcoming Supreme Court election.