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just now (376+ words) The Packers (8-3-1) swept the season series to earn a potential tiebreaker in the NFC North and are in second place in the division behind Chicago (8-3), which plays at Philadelphia on Friday. The two-time defending division champion Lions (7-5) entered the game out of the playoff picture, then fell further back in the hunt with a third loss in five games. Detroit turned the ball over on downs on the opening drive of the second half and early in the fourth quarter. Two plays after Jahmyr Gibbs was stopped for a loss just inside Green Bay territory on fourth down, Love threw a 51-yard touchdown pass to Christian Watson to give Green Bay a 24-14 lead early in the third. The Lions went for it fourth-and-3 from Packers 21 " trailing by 10 " and Jameson Williams dropped a pass. Detroit's defense responded with a stop and…...

just now (131+ words) This article is part of a Crikey discussion about whether Australia needs a new centre-right party. Frank Bongiorno is professor of history at the ANU and writes on Australian political history. Read other views on this subject here. It is a measure of the depth of the crisis the Liberal Party currently faces that the idea the party should split " into conservative and liberal parties " now seems to sit in the general vicinity of the Overton window. Unlock this article with extended access. End of Year Sale Save 60% on 12 months of unlimited access and no ads. Renews at $8/month for the first 12 months, then $19.90/month thereafter. Cancel anytime. Frank Bongiorno is professor of history at the Australian National University and writes on Australian political history....

just now (157+ words) SAN BENITO, COUNTY, Calif. (KGO) -- Several earthquakes struck south of the Bay Area on Thanksgiving. The strongest quake was a magnitude 4.0, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The earthquakes happened near San Juan Bautista in San Benito County, which is south of San Jose, near Salinas. A minor 2.7 earthquake hit at 12:10 p.m., followed by a 3.9 at 12:48 p.m., and a 4.0 at 12:57 p.m. The third temblor was downgraded from a 4.3 This comes after several earthquakes struck Gilroy on Wednesday. There are no reports of any injuries or damages, but shaking was reportedly felt across the South Bay. MAP: Significant San Francisco Bay Area fault lines and strong earthquakesZoom in on the map below and compare where you live to the significant faults and where strong earthquakes have struck in the Bay Area. Stay with ABC7 News for the latest details on this developing story....

1+ min ago (210+ words) DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. " A rescue involved an 83-year-old man and his dog in Tucker. DeKalb County responders say the man fell inside his motel room and lied there for days with only his dog Buster by his side. The pup's temporary home while his owner recovers LIVE on Channel 2 Action News at 5 p.m. Rescuers went above and beyond after saving the man, going back and saving the dog, Channel 2's Audrey Washington learned. Neighbors said no one knew the man who stayed in room 305 was hurt until they saw the rescue team. "I could see that he was on the ground not far from the door, and they wrapped him in a sheet and carried him out," one neighbor said. DeKalb County Fire officials say members of Basic Rescue 11 arrived at the motel Nov. 20 and found the man on the floor....

1+ min ago (685+ words) For Utah State: The Aggies finally ended their road win streak, but the question for Friday is whether they can stay undefeated at home. It's no secret that Utah State has played much better at home than it has on the road this year, and it has the chance to go undefeated at home for the first time since 2018. The most significant trend in Utah State's favor is the way the defense has played the past three weeks. They handed Nevada a beatdown, effectively not allowing them to score until coach Bronco Mendenhall pulled much of the starters. UNLV had its a season-low against the Aggies, despite a double-overtime game. Last week's win may have been the most impressive of all. The defense completely shut out Fresno State in the second half for a come-from-behind victory. The biggest thing standing…...

1+ min ago (358+ words) Published - November 28, 2025 03:05 am IST - KOLKATA There was heavy police deployment in the area to control the violence and related tension. In48 hours, three violent deaths in Kaliachak sparked panic among locals. TMC workerEkramulSheikh wasreportedly stabbedto death on Thursday at a kangaroo court meeting in Kaliachak.A video of the killing went viral on social media where two groups were seen chasing each other with sharp objects as violence erupted. "The violence erupted when they were allparticipatingin a kangaroo court session in the community. Many of them attacked him, hewas all alone," the wife of the deceasedTMC worker said.She claimed that thedisputestemmed from land and cultivation related issues. A TMC worker told media persons that the group that attacked them were also TMCworkersand it was an incident of party in-fighting. However, local TMC leaders claimed that it was a case of…...

2+ min ago (189+ words) FREEVILLE, N.Y. (WBNG) -- The Freeville United Methodist Church was open on Thursday, serving the rural community on Thanksgiving for more than two decades. Community members were able to pre-register, visit the church, and enjoy a take-home meal for free. The tradition started 25 years ago with a small group of people wanting to make a difference. "It's the only Thanksgiving my family has known," said church member Susie Eggleston. "I mean, we've been part of the church for 43 years today, actually, and it's really the only Thanksgiving my boys have ever known," she said. "We come here, this is what we do, and it's amazing." This year, the church served 150 meals. "I love the fact we as a community we're giving to lots of different types of people in different circumstances," said church member Amy Dickinson. Not everyone was able to attend…...

2+ min ago (335+ words) If you've been thinking about cleaning up the air in a larger space'whether it's a busy living room, a bedroom shared with pets, or an open-layout apartment'this Energy Star'certified air purifier is one of the more feature-heavy options in the under-$100 range right now. It's on sale for $94.99, down from $129.99, thanks to a 27% Black Friday discount. What sets this model apart is that it doesn't just filter air'it tracks it, scents it, and maintains performance through a proprietary long-life filter system that cuts down on how often you need replacements. This purifier is built for large spaces up to 2,300 sq. ft., which is more than enough coverage for most bedrooms, living rooms, finished basements, and shared family areas. Features include: It's designed for households with pets, lingering odors, seasonal allergies, or anyone who wants cleaner air without constantly swapping filters....

2+ min ago (206+ words) SAN ANTONIO " The San Antonio Zoo announced that a fourth male gorilla will arrive at its new Congo Falls habitat in December. Visitors can meet Ajari, a 25-year-old male western lowland gorilla moving from the Houston Zoo, starting at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 13, according to a news release. The zoo also recently announced that the first three gorillas " Andi, Merry and Anaka " will be joining the new exhibit. "We are honored to welcome Ajari to his new home and excited for guests to meet him as part of the Congo Falls family group," said Tim Morrow, president & CEO of the San Antonio Zoo. "His arrival is a powerful reflection of our commitment to gorilla conservation worldwide." His transfer marks a milestone in the zoo's 111-year history and supports a global mission to advance gorilla conservation and long-term species survival, the release…...

3+ min ago (107+ words) An official from the Danish MFA is on duty from 5:00 PM, tracking Trump's statements. By 7 AM the next day, they must prepare a report for the ministry and other government departments about what the US president said.TDS is a global... The Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has appointed a "night duty officer" whose task is to monitor statements by US President Donald Trump while everyone else is asleep - Politiken The Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs has appointed a "night duty officer" whose task is to monitor statements by US President Donald Trump while everyone else is asleep - Politiken. TDS is a global phenomenon....