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Miami, Core AI Holdings announced on Nov. 21 the formation of Core Digital, a wholly owned subsidiary to enter the digital marketing sector. The company will combine its proprietary machine learning and media analytics platform to deliver AI-driven marketing, advertising delivery and tech-enabled audience interactions. CEO Aitan Zacharin said the unit will extend Core AI’s capabilities beyond gaming, target long-term revenue growth and expand operations globally, including Asia. Investors responded with a near-term stock uptick. The subsidiary represents a strategic shift into creator monetization, advertising and audience engagement across international digital platforms. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Milwaukee, U.S. This week, NBA Cup group-stage games featured teams deliberately increasing scoring margins to improve standings under the tournament’s point-differential tiebreaker. Players continued offensive possession late in decided games; Myles Turner hit a corner three with about six seconds remaining to extend a 17-point lead, and Minnesota shot threes while leading Utah by as much as 44, coach Chris Finch said. The Cup’s four-game group stage awards advancement and cash prizes, making every point potentially decisive across multiple games. Reporters cited game action, coach statements and tournament rules in their coverage. Based on 7 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Memphis, Tennessee — The Grizzlies beat the Sacramento Kings 137-96 Thursday night, setting a franchise record with 42 assists and snapping a five-game skid. Santi Aldama scored 29, Jock Landale added 21, and Vince Williams Jr. recorded a career-high 15 assists. Zach Edey contributed 16 and revealed he had played much of his rookie season with an ankle issue. Sacramento suffered its eighth consecutive loss and announced Domantas Sabonis has a partial left meniscus tear to be re-evaluated in three to four weeks. In Milwaukee, Tyrese Maxey scored a career-high 54 in overtime. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

HOUSTON: The Houston Texans defeated the Buffalo Bills 23-19 on Thursday night after backup quarterback Davis Mills threw two touchdown passes and the Texans' defense recorded eight sacks on Josh Allen. Buffalo converted a 4th-and-27 to extend a late drive but a false-start penalty and a subsequent interception ended the comeback. Allen briefly left the turf after a hard hit and later slammed his helmet in frustration; he finished with 253 passing yards and two interceptions. Buffalo dropped to 7-4 while Houston improved to 6-5. Coverage included player quotes and coach comments. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Bern, Switzerland — Ski star Lara Gut-Behrami damaged her left knee during super-G training at Copper Mountain in Colorado on Thursday, prompting the Swiss Ski Federation to say she will return to Switzerland for medical examinations. The 34-year-old, Olympic super‑G champion and two‑time overall World Cup winner, had said this is her final season before retirement and targeted the Milano‑Cortina Winter Games in February. Initial tests indicated a left knee injury and Swiss daily Blick reported a suspected ACL tear; the federation gave no timeline. Gut‑Behrami previously tore the same ACL in 2017. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — National attention has focused on the Dec. 2 special election for Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District after a 2020 podcast clip resurfaced in which Democratic candidate Aftyn Behn said she “hates” Nashville, prompting criticism and debate among voters. Both parties have increased spending and deployed high-profile surrogates; MAGA Inc. reported more than $1 million backing Republican Matt Van Epps, while Behn’s campaign reported raising over $1 million from Oct. 1–Nov. 12 and holding roughly $522,000 on hand. Early voting has begun, and national groups continue advertising, organizing, and visiting the district. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Alexandria, Virginia. Judge Leonie Brinkema heard closing arguments on Friday after an 11‑day remedy trial assessing remedies for Google's ad‑tech conduct, following an April ruling that found two parts of its ad stack to be illegal monopolies. The Department of Justice and a coalition of states urged a forced sale of Google's AdX ad exchange to restore competition, while Google warned that divestiture would cause complex technical disruption and harm customers. Brinkema is expected to issue a remedy decision early next year. The proceedings reflect a bipartisan crackdown on Big Tech globally. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington — The White House defended a US-backed 28-point peace plan this week, saying it aims to end the Russia–Ukraine war by offering security guarantees, economic reintegration for Russia and territorial and military limits for Ukraine. Trump-endorsed envoys Marco Rubio and Steve Witkoff drafted the framework over a month, and Kyiv said President Zelensky will discuss proposals with Trump in coming days. German and other European officials said the document remains a list of options. US officials indicated engagement with both sides; reports said Kyiv may be asked to sign by Nov. 27. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

United States election officials this week said they are preparing for possible interference in next year's midterms by a federal government led by former President Donald Trump. State and local officials from both major parties are strengthening ties with law enforcement, county and state attorneys, and emergency planners to respond to legal or administrative actions that could affect voting. Officials cited uncertainty about specific federal actions and compared planning to disaster preparedness. Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon and Weld County clerk Carly Koppes gave quotes on contingency plans and resistance measures. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Paris, Ubisoft officially confirmed Tuesday that a strategic transaction with Tencent will close imminently, with Tencent providing €1.16 billion to acquire a 25% stake in new subsidiary Vantage Studios. The firm reported H1 results ahead of expectations after a brief reporting delay and trading halt tied to a revenue restatement. Vantage will house Assassin's Creed, Far Cry and Rainbow Six under co-CEOs Charles Guillemot and Christophe Derennes, and Tencent’s investment will strengthen balance sheets and reduce financial leverage. Ubisoft reported a headcount of 17,097 and said all conditions precedent have been satisfied. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.