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Washington — U.S. Representative Sara Jacobs told a House Foreign Affairs subcommittee on Thursday that Congress has not authorized military force in Nigeria and called former President Donald Trump's threat to deploy troops reckless and illegal. The hearing reviewed Nigeria's redesignation as a Country of Particular Concern and cited complex security challenges, noting attacks by non-state actors have affected both Christian and Muslim communities. Lawmakers and experts debated legal and humanitarian implications while urging Nigerian authorities to improve protections. The hearing followed reports of recent church killings and the abduction of schoolgirls. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington The House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee held a Thursday hearing after President Trump redesignated Nigeria as a Country of Particular Concern over alleged attacks on Christians. Senior State Department official Jonathan Pratt told lawmakers administration is drafting a comprehensive strategy that could include sanctions, diplomatic pressure, economic measures, security cooperation and Pentagon involvement. Lawmakers, religious leaders and officials disagreed on the scale and drivers of violence; some cited testimony alleging attacks by Fulani herdsmen. Nigeria sent a high-level delegation to Washington for talks. The hearing outlined US diplomatic and security options ahead. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.

United States — Prediction market platform Kalshi closed a $1 billion funding round on Thursday, valuing the company at $11 billion, according to TechCrunch and industry reports. Returning investors Sequoia and CapitalG led the round, joined by Andreessen Horowitz, Paradigm, Anthos Capital and Neo. The financing follows a $300 million raise at a $5 billion valuation less than two months earlier. Industry data show Kalshi’s October monthly trading volume reached $4.4 billion and its mid‑October annualized volume approached $50 billion. Kalshi declined to comment. Competing platform Polymarket pursued separate financing talks this month. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.

TAMPA, Fla. On Thursday night Jake Guentzel scored 1:43 into overtime to give the Tampa Bay Lightning a 2-1 victory over the Edmonton Oilers. Nick Paul, in his season debut after offseason wrist surgery, tied the game with 2:32 remaining. Andrei Vasilevskiy made 24 saves while Calvin Pickard stopped 33. Trent Frederic opened scoring at 1:32 of the first period. The Lightning improved to 11-7-2; the Oilers continued a recent losing stretch. Officials recorded the goals and saves in game statistics, and both teams provided postgame quotes to reporters. Based on 10 articles reviewed and supporting research.

San Jose, Calif. — The San Jose Sharks defeated the Los Angeles Kings 4-3 in a shootout on Thursday night, closing regulation tied after Adrian Kempe scored with 59 seconds remaining. Adam Gaudette opened the scoring at 2:33; Joel Armia tied it short-handed at 16:04; Ty Dellandrea gave San Jose a late first-period lead at 19:50. Philipp Kurashev scored in the second and converted the only shootout attempt. Yaroslav Askarov made 31 saves; Anton Forsberg recorded 21 saves for Los Angeles. The Sharks won the first two games of a four-game homestand. Based on 8 articles reviewed and supporting research.

SAN DIEGO — BioAtla announced on Nov. 21 that it entered agreements providing flexible financing to support operations while it finalizes a strategic partnership. The company reported a $7.5 million advance from affiliates of Yorkville Advisors and funds managed by Anson Advisors, plus a Yorkville standby equity purchase commitment of up to $15 million to buy common stock at a 3% discount over three years. BioAtla said funding will maintain operational momentum as it aims to complete the strategic transaction by year-end. Announcements were distributed via GlobeNewswire and republished by multiple news outlets. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.

MANHATTAN, Kan. — P.J. Haggerty scored 37 points and Kansas State defeated Mississippi State 98-77 Thursday in the Hall of Fame Classic semifinal. Haggerty shot 13-of-21, made four 3-pointers and converted 7 of 8 free throws while adding eight assists and seven rebounds. Kansas State hit 14 three-pointers, assisted on 22 of 37 field goals and improved to 5-0. Mississippi State, which fell to 2-2, was led by Josh Hubbard’s 23 points and committed 14 turnovers. The Wildcats advanced to the tournament final against Nebraska. Officials' box score details and coach quotes. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Lake Buena Vista, Fla. Iowa defeated Baylor 57-52 Thursday as Ava Heiden scored 18 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, overcoming Taliah Scott’s 32-point effort. In Baton Rouge, No. 5 LSU routed Alcorn State 112-49 as Flau'jae Johnson and MiLaysia Fulwiley scored 18 apiece. The AP Top 25 Week 3 poll showed movement with Michigan, TCU and West Virginia rising; Notre Dame and Kentucky also earned significant points. Poll point totals and game statistics were reported by NCAA.com and AP wire coverage. Officials and box scores confirm results and individual performances. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research and analysis.

PHOENIX: A bipartisan House bill would bar CHIPS Act grant recipients from buying Chinese chipmaking equipment for 10 years, targeting lithography and wafer-slicing tools. The proposal, introduced by Rep. Jay Obernolte and Rep. Zoe Lofgren, will be introduced in the Senate in December by Sens. Mark Kelly and Marsha Blackburn. It also covers equipment from Iran, Russia and North Korea, with waivers if specific tools are not produced in the U.S. or allied countries. The measure applies only to U.S. imports, not overseas operations, amid industry concerns over export curbs and China’s investment of more than $40 billion in manufacturing equipment.

Washington, President Donald Trump signed an executive order this week expanding exemptions that remove a previously imposed 40% additional tariff on dozens of Brazilian food items, effective retroactive to Nov. 13. The order follows an earlier move removing a 10% duty and the administration cited initial progress in trade talks with Brasília. Exempted products include coffee, beef, orange juice and certain fruits, which Brazil exports in large volumes to the United States. Brazilian officials and President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva acknowledged the change and are reviewing the order. Officials signaled monitoring. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.