Canada is poised to lose its measles elimination status after nearly three decades.
Public health experts are raising concerns about potential outbreaks of other preventable diseases as vaccination rates continue to fall.
The decline in immunization coverage threatens to reverse years of progress in controlling infectious diseases across the country.
https://www.allsides.com/news/2025-11-06-0800/healthcare-canada-poised-lose-measles-elimination-status-possible-harbinger-more-disease-outbreaks
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State university leaders in January will address Governor Ron DeSantis’ directive to end the use of H-1B visas for hiring foreign faculty, according to Ray Rodrigues, Chancellor of the State University System.
Rodrigues informed the Board of Governors on Thursday that discussions with university presidents are already underway. “We’ve heard the call to address it and we will continue to work with our universities and staff to answer the call,” Rodrigues said during a meeting at the University of South Florida.
Governor DeSantis raised the issue during an appearance at the school on October 29. His proposal comes on the heels of a restriction from former President Donald Trump’s administration that would require foreign-born individuals to pay a $100,000 fee for the H-1B visa—a cost expected to be covered by the hiring institution.
DeSantis has criticized the use of H-1B employees, stating that they are often used as “cheap labor” to reduce costs. “When you see in the news all these people being laid off by Amazon, UPS, all these companies, we need to make sure our citizens here in Florida are first in line for job opportunities,” the governor said last week.
“We can do it with our residents in Florida or with Americans, and if we can’t do it, then, man, we need to really look deeply about what is going on with this situation,” DeSantis added.
The Florida Board of Governors is scheduled to meet January 28-29 at Florida State University to further discuss the matter.
https://www.clickorlando.com/news/2025/11/07/florida-university-leaders-eye-h-1b-visas/
**Sustainable Westchester to End Westchester Power Program**
Sustainable Westchester, the organization responsible for the Westchester Power program, is ending the initiative that has connected more than two dozen municipalities—and many of their residents and businesses—to cleaner energy. The program is set to shut down at the end of November.
**What Was Westchester Power?**
Westchester Power served as an electricity supplier for customers of Con Edison or New York State Electric and Gas (NYSEG), even though these companies continued to deliver electricity using their own distribution networks. The aggregation program specialized in providing clean, renewable energy at steady, long-term rates to tens of thousands of residents and businesses.
**Why Is the Program Ending?**
According to Sustainable Westchester, new rules implemented by New York State governing community energy programs statewide have made it difficult to continue the program. These regulations impact all Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) administrators and their energy suppliers. The organization determined that maintaining Westchester Power under the state’s new regulatory framework is not feasible.
**What Happens Next for Customers?**
Sustainable Westchester assures residential customers and small businesses within the 26 municipalities previously served by Westchester Power that there will be no disruption to their electric service. After the program ends on November 30, affected customers will automatically return to either Con Edison or NYSEG as their electric generation supplier—whichever company they used prior to joining Westchester Power—unless they have already made alternative arrangements with another electric generation provider. This change will take place in the first billing period following November 30.
**Environmental Impact**
Since its inception, the Westchester Power program has had a significant positive effect on the environment. Sustainable Westchester calculates that the program reduced greenhouse gas emissions by more than 1.5 million metric tons—the equivalent of removing 35,000 gasoline-powered cars from the road.
**Looking Ahead: Commitment to Clean Energy**
Even though the Westchester Power program is ending, Sustainable Westchester remains committed to supporting local clean energy initiatives. The organization will continue working with member municipalities to promote and expand participation in other programs such as GridRewards, Solarize, EnergySmart HOMES, Community Solar, and MOVE. Sustainable Westchester also plans to explore additional ways to increase the adoption of clean energy throughout the region.
For updates and more information, residents are encouraged to visit the Sustainable Westchester website or contact their local municipality.
https://westfaironline.com/economy/sustainable-westchester-pulling-the-plug-on-westchester-power/
A trucker’s video captured a four-legged animal disappearing into the woods in Clare, Ireland.
Notably, the creature appeared to have a mane and a tail bob that resembled those of a male lion.
https://www.kxan.com/news/lion-captured-on-video-in-ireland-turns-out-to-be-a-dog-named-mouse/
GAINESVILLE, Florida — The Florida Gators bounced back from a season-opening loss to Arizona with a vengeance on Thursday night, delivering a dominant defensive performance and a strong showing from All-America candidate Alex Condon, who was sorely missed in Monday night’s game in Las Vegas.
North Florida never really stood a chance as the Gators rolled to a convincing 104-64 victory at the O’Connell Center. This win came after Florida’s 93-87 loss to Arizona, which marked the start of their title defense. Despite the early setback, national championship vibes were palpable throughout the packed arena.
A crowd of 10,065 fans roared with excitement even before tip-off as the school unveiled the 2025 national championship banner, now proudly hanging in the rafters on the stadium’s east side. The energy in the building was electric, underscoring the high expectations for the team this season.
Although UF held a clear talent advantage, North Florida put up an early fight. The teams traded the lead six times in the first five minutes before the Gators steadily pulled away and locked down on defense. The Ospreys struggled offensively, shooting just 31% from the floor, while Florida connected on 49%.
This victory marked Florida’s 35th straight home opener win, a streak dating back to a 76-74 loss to Texas in 1990 during coach Lon Kruger’s first season at UF.
Leading the way for the Gators was Alex Condon, who scored 25 points on 8-of-12 shooting and grabbed 10 rebounds for his 10th career double-double. He also contributed four assists, three blocks, two steals, and committed just one turnover. This performance was a significant bounce-back from his earlier outing in Las Vegas, where he struggled against Arizona.
In that game, the 6-foot-11, 230-pound Aussie and preseason AP first-team All-America candidate managed only 11 points on 4-of-9 shooting, had a career-high six turnovers, and was physically outmatched by true freshman Koa Peat, who scored 30 points.
Backup center Micah Handlogten also made a strong impact Thursday, finishing with 17 points and 13 rebounds for his second consecutive double-double. Meanwhile, Thomas Haugh added 12 points and eight rebounds, helping Florida dominate the boards with a 64-24 rebounding advantage.
The Gators outscored North Florida 66-22 in the paint, establishing their inside presence as the key factor in the blowout win.
With the game well in hand late, the fans energized the crowd by chanting for 7-foot-9 freshman Olivier Rioux. Responding to the enthusiasm, coach Todd Golden gave Rioux a moment to shine. With Florida leading 102-61 and just over two minutes remaining, Rioux made his collegiate debut, becoming the tallest player to ever compete in a college basketball game.
The Gators’ emphatic win serves as a statement that they are ready to defend their national title and continue their dominance at home this season.
https://www.orlandosentinel.com/2025/11/06/florida-gators-mens-basketball-todd-golden-sec-north-florida-todd-golden-alex-condon-thomas-haugh-olivier-rioux/
**Wall Street Banks Alert Federal Reserve to Renewed Money Market Pressures**
Wall Street banks have sounded the alarm to the Federal Reserve regarding renewed pressures in the U.S. money market. This warning has prompted the possibility of swift Fed intervention to prevent rising short-term interest rates. The situation not only threatens broader financial stability but also has potential implications for cryptocurrency markets, which have recently experienced notable volatility and asset price declines.
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### Fed Intervention Likely as Wall Street Warns of Market Stress
Warnings from several Wall Street banks suggest that stress in the U.S. money market could be imminent. This may prompt the Federal Reserve to step in to manage and stabilize short-term rates. Market experts expressed concerns during November over possible repeat fluctuations in rates, reminiscent of historical repo market crises.
Immediate effects include growing uncertainty within money markets and fears over sudden hikes in overnight repo rates. Should such incidents recur, both the traditional financial system and the cryptocurrency sector could face disruption. The Federal Reserve’s anticipated involvement highlights ongoing fragility in U.S. monetary flows.
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Expert insights from institutions like Citibank and Curvature Securities indicate expectations for recurring financial pressures, particularly around critical financial closing periods. As Deirdre Dunn, Head of Rates at Citibank, noted:
> “I don’t think this is just a one-off anomaly that lasts a few days. The structural pressures in the repo market are real, and we should expect volatility to return, especially around month-end and year-end.”
These observations align with indications that the Federal Reserve is prepared to act decisively if necessary, possibly relying on its liquidity facilities to alleviate market stress.
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### Crypto Market Volatility Mirrors Financial Uncertainty
Did you know? The Federal Reserve’s first major repo intervention in September 2019 coincided with a sharp 12% drop in cryptocurrency prices like Bitcoin, as markets adjusted to overnight rate spikes.
Recently, cryptocurrency data reveals that Bitcoin (BTC), currently priced at $102,218.97, experienced a 1.18% decrease in the past 24 hours. Over the last week, Bitcoin has seen a notable decline of 6.07%, according to CoinMarketCap. Despite these fluctuations, the overall crypto market capitalization remains at approximately $2.18 trillion.
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The recent turmoil in money markets and the Federal Reserve’s potential interventions underscore the interconnectedness of traditional financial systems and emerging digital asset markets. Investors and market participants should stay vigilant as these developments continue to unfold.
https://bitcoinethereumnews.com/tech/federal-reserve-prepares-response-amid-rising-market-pressure/
The annual event has successfully raised nearly $300,000 in scholarships for Northwest High School.
This significant achievement highlights the community’s generosity and commitment to supporting student education. The funds raised are dedicated to providing valuable opportunities for deserving students, helping them pursue their academic goals with less financial burden.
Thanks to the continued efforts and support of organizers, sponsors, and attendees, Northwest High School students can benefit from these scholarships each year, paving the way for a brighter future.
https://fox2now.com/news/missouri/family-turns-grief-into-scholarships-for-northwest-high-seniors/
Airlines did not wait for an official announcement before notifying passengers and airports of expected changes. They proactively communicated the updates ahead of the Trump administration’s official release of its list of affected airports.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/06/us/politics/flight-cuts-government-quiet.html
**‘Bulls***’: Tucker Carlson Mounts Full-Throated Defense of Mamdani From Anti-Semitism Charges and Slams ‘Ethno-Narcissist’ Jews**
*Mediaite | November 6, 2025, 3:26 PM | Isaac Schorr*
Tucker Carlson mounted a full-throated defense of New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani against recent charges of anti-Semitism. Carlson dismissed the accusations as baseless, labeling them “bulls***,” and went further to criticize what he described as the influence of “ethno-narcissist” Jewish groups in media and politics.
For more details, read the full coverage at Mediaite.com.
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### Reader Comments
**conservative98:**
Appreciate the coverage and Carlson’s stance.
**conservative98 (follow-up):**
Early onset Alzheimer’s.
**Governor Dinwiddie (Psalm 106):**
Dude has completely lost the plot.
**Celtic Conservative:**
I am so confused. Didn’t the Soviets call New York City ‘Tyre’ in code? We need an Alexander the Great again.
**Just mythoughts (Matthew 24:32):**
Tucker needs to STFU and get lost.
**Bullish:**
My tagline ran off with another man, but it’s ok, I wasn’t married to it.
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