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Heroic rescues after catastrophic Brooklyn building collapse that killed 8
Left-leaningCenter-leftEight dead and at least 18 injured after Brooklyn building collapseThe Washington PostHigh
Right-leaningDay in Photos: Brooklyn Building Collapse, Heavy Rainfall in France, and Meteorite ExhibitionEpoch Times WorldMixed
Center baseline · ABC7 New YorkMostly FactualHeroic rescues after catastrophic Brooklyn building collapse that killed 8
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Fallout from the Nvidia scandal may dampen the exuberance around the AI boom
Left-leaningCenter-leftFallout from the Nvidia scandal may dampen the exuberance around the AI boomThe IndependentMostly Factual
Right-leaningBruner: The National Security Implications from Nvidia Scandal 'Are Huge'BreitbartMixed
Center baseline · Washington's Top News (WTOP)Mostly FactualFallout from the Nvidia scandal may dampen the exuberance around the AI boom
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Chuck Schumer faces challenge for Senate leadership from rival Democrat
Left-leaning'Boom!' Democrats erupt as Schumer faces surprise leadership challengeRaw StoryMixed
Right-leaningDem Senator Announces Leadership Challenge to Chuck SchumerTrending PoliticsLow
Center baseline · Financial Times - USHighChuck Schumer faces challenge for Senate leadership from rival Democrat
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Nvidia Crisis Prompts Scrutiny of Lutnick’s Role in Chip Policy
Left-leaningCenter-leftGOP lawmakers press Huang and Lutnick to testify over NvidiaCBS News - USMostly Factual
Right-leaningGOP Sen. Banks: We Shouldn't Sell Any Chips to China, Lutnick and NVIDIA Lobbied Against Bill on ThatBreitbartMixed
Center baseline · BloombergHighNvidia Crisis Prompts Scrutiny of Lutnick’s Role in Chip Policy
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Russell Brand shares message from behind bars after sick petition launched for release
Left-leaningCenter-leftRussell Brand shares message from behind bars after sick petition launched for releaseThe Mirror UKMixed
Right-leaningSeedy Russell Brand and Diddy private jet video: As rapist comedian joins rapper behind bars, the truth about their fri...Daily Mail UKMixed
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Rosalía wins album of the year 2026 at the Latin Grammy Awards for ‘Lux,’ capping a thrilling night

The left frames it as "Photos of standout moments from the 2026 Latin Grammys". The center frames it as "Daddy Yankee and Rosalía shine at the 2026 Latin Grammy Awards with stunning performances...".

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Microsoft investigates reports of Outlook mailbox access problems

The left frames it as "Microsoft struggles to fix huge outage affecting Outlook and Teams". The center frames it as "Microsoft Outlook down: Widespread outages reported".

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Microsoft says it’s working to fix widespread Outlook outage - Thu, 12 Nov 2026 PST
Left-leaningA global Microsoft 365 outage has hit thousands – what happened and when will it be fixed?Guardian AustraliaMixed
Right-leaningMicrosoft outage: Businesses without key services as fixes 'not taking as expected'GB NewsMixed
Center baseline · The Spokesman-Review (Spokane)HighMicrosoft says it’s working to fix widespread Outlook outage - Thu, 12 Nov 2026 PST
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Texas executes man for killing, beheading his 3 children

The center frames it as "Texas executes man for killing, beheading his 3 children". The right frames it as "Texas executes killer dad 23 years after horrific child slayings — as he claimed that God...".

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Cricket sandpaper scandal claims '100% wrong', Australia captain says

The center frames it as "Cricket sandpaper scandal claims '100% wrong', Australia captain says". The right frames it as "‘Utter Nonsense’: Pat Cummins Rejects Claims Over Sandpaper Scandal".

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Hegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded group near tomb
Left-leaningCenter-leftHegseth awards medal to soldier who reprimanded group near tombCBS News - USMostly Factual
Right-leaningHegseth Honors Sentinel Who Reprimanded Him and Aides at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierThe Epoch TimesMixed
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Van Hollen to challenge Schumer for Senate Democratic leader, saying voters 'called for change'
Left-leaning'Hell Yes, Let's Go': Van Hollen Challenges Schumer for Senate Majority LeaderCommon DreamsMixed
Right-leaningNew: Chris Van Hollen Makes His Move Against Chuck SchumerRedStateMixed
Center baseline · ABC7 New YorkMostly FactualVan Hollen to challenge Schumer for Senate Democratic leader, saying voters 'called for change'
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Thunderstorms to hit Hong Kong on Friday ahead of colder weather next week

South China Morning Post frames it as "Thunderstorms to hit Hong Kong on Friday ahead of colder weather next week". WMUR Hearst WLKY32 (Louisville) frames it as "Impact weather: One more round of scattered showers Friday".

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Staggering cost of Burnham's EU reset: We'll be forced to adopt a new Brussels directive every 12 hours

Daily Mail UK frames it as "Staggering cost of Burnham's EU reset: We'll be forced to adopt a new Brussels directive...". GB News frames it as "Britain to 'adopt EU law every 12 hours' under Andy Burnham Brexit reset, peers warn".

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Pope Leo XIV denounces 'machismo' and demands women be protected in an emotional return to Peru

WPIX PIX11 (Nexstar, New York) frames it as "Pope Leo XIV denounces 'machismo' and demands women be protected in an emotional return t...". France 24 frames it as "Pope Leo XIV meets abuse victims in Peru, says Church must make 'amends'".

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Singapore Charges 5th Person Linked to Nvidia Case, ST Says

Bloomberg - Technology frames it as "Singapore Charges 5th Person Linked to Nvidia Case, ST Says". Channel NewsAsia frames it as "Fifth person charged in Singapore over alleged fraud conspiracy linked to Nvidia chips".

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Gaza surgeon films aftermath of Israeli strike

Al Jazeera English frames it as "Gaza surgeon films aftermath of Israeli strike". Japan Times frames it as "Israeli strike on Gaza hospital deadliest since election".

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Person hit, killed by train on South Davie Street in Greensboro

FOX8 WGHP (Nexstar, Greensboro) frames it as "Person hit, killed by train on South Davie Street in Greensboro". WXII12 (Hearst, Greensboro) frames it as "Person killed after train strike near South Davie Street".

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2 Chicago firefighters, resident injured in house fire on South Side, CFD officials say

ABC7chicago.com frames it as "2 Chicago firefighters, resident injured in house fire on South Side, CFD officials say". WGN News frames it as "2 firefighters, resident injured in South Side house fire".

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Democratic political group launches new push to shape AI agenda ahead of 2028

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