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Gainesville, Fla. Tennessee’s running back Peyton Lewis was ruled out for Nov. 22 game against Florida, while offensive guard Wendell Moe was removed from the report and is expected to play. Florida cleared defensive tackle Caleb Banks to return but ruled out defensive end George Gumbs Jr. after knee surgery on Nov. 19. The SEC student-athlete availability report, introduced in 2024, was updated daily; Tennessee listed six or seven players across updates and Florida listed up to 17 players on its report. The game is set for 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC. Based on 7 articles reviewed and supporting research.

WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. Virginia defeated Northwestern 83-78 on Friday at the Greenbrier Tip-Off, led by freshman Thijs De Ridder’s career-high 26 points and eight rebounds. Chance Mallory added 16 points and eight rebounds; both fouled out late. Jayden Reid scored 25 for Northwestern and Arrinten Page contributed 20. Virginia made 30 free throws en route to a fifth straight game scoring at least 80 points this season under coach Ryan Odom. The game featured multiple fouls and crucial late free throws by Dallin Hall. Box scores and recaps documented the outcome. Based on 8 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday temporarily blocked a lower-court order that found Texas’ 2026 congressional map likely discriminates on the basis of race. Justice Samuel Alito, who handles emergency appeals from Texas, signed an administrative stay that will remain for several days while the court considers whether to allow the Republican-favored map to be used in next year’s midterm elections for congressional seats. Texas had asked for emergency intervention to avoid confusion as congressional primaries approach in March. A federal panel had ruled 2-1 that challengers were likely to prevail. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Nigeria: The Dangote Group announced it will sponsor and participate in the Kano International Trade Fair, running 22 November to 6 December 2025. Company communications director Anthony Chiejina said Dangote will host dedicated subsidiary help desks, showcase products, and engage with traders and partners. The group said it is developing rice mills in Kano, Jigawa, Zamfara, Niger, Kebbi, and Sokoto with combined capacity of 1.5 million tonnes per annum to support government food-security goals. Organisers expect more than 1,000 exhibitors. The company will unveil new sugar pack sizes on its Special Day. Based on 10 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Harrisonburg, Virginia — James Madison University announced that its Nov. 22 home game against Washington State will be held as the first Marvel Super Hero Day. The football program unveiled on Friday that players will wear helmets featuring the JMU logo on one side and chosen Marvel hero decals (Iron Man, Captain America, Hulk, Thor, or Black Panther) on the other. The university said the first 15,000 fans will receive a Marvel-designed poster and 2,000 fans will get hats as giveaways. JMU enters the matchup 7-1 after a 52-20 win Tuesday. Based on 8 articles reviewed and supporting research.

SLINGERLANDS, N.Y. Plug Power Inc. will hold a virtual Special Meeting of Stockholders on January 15, 2026, to seek approval to double its authorized common stock from 1.5 billion to 3.0 billion shares. The company filed a preliminary proxy with the SEC on November 20 and set a December 4 record date for voting eligibility. On November 21 Plug closed a convertible note offering that raised approximately $399.4 million in net proceeds, refinancing higher-cost debt and eliminating a first lien. The board recommends approval of both charter amendments to fund growth plans. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

MIDLAND, TEXAS — Local oilfield businesses reported falling sales and idled rigs as crude near $60 per barrel tested the Permian Basin this week. Store owner Mark Waters said his oilfield sales fell about 25% over four to six months. Reuters interviews with producers, service firms and residents found layoffs, reduced activity and production that has yet to register full impact. Executives said drilling and completion costs run about $10–12 million per well, 5–10% higher than a year earlier. Some operators warned current production levels could become unsustainable if prices remain low. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.

ALLEN PARK, Mich. The Detroit Lions announced Friday that tight end Sam LaPorta underwent back surgery and is unlikely to return this season, coach Dan Campbell said. LaPorta, placed on injured reserve Nov. 15 after missing practice and the 16-9 loss at Philadelphia, had 40 catches for 489 yards and three touchdowns through nine games. Brock Wright will step into the starting tight end role. Coaches and medical staff will monitor his progress. The team said the procedure went well and will focus on recovery and roster adjustments ahead of Sunday's game. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Former U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan announced Friday that he will not run for governor of Ohio in 2026, removing a potential challenger to Democratic former state health director Dr. Amy Acton. Ryan said he reached the decision after careful consideration and discussions with family, friends and advisers. His exit leaves Acton as the likely Democratic nominee to face Republican Vivek Ramaswamy, who has the Ohio GOP and former President Donald Trump's endorsements. Ohio's incumbent governor, Mike DeWine, is term-limited. Filing deadlines remain, and other candidates could still enter the race. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Trenton, N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy set special election dates after Mikie Sherrill resigned her U.S. House seat to assume the governorship on Jan. 20. Murphy issued a writ scheduling a party primary for Feb. 5 and a special general election for April 16, 2026; candidates must file nominating petitions by Dec. 1 and collect required signatures. Early voting windows run Jan. 29–Feb. 3 and April 6–14. More than a dozen candidates, mainly Democrats, have entered the crowded race in the 11th District covering parts of Essex, Morris and Passaic counties. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.