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COLUMBIA, S.C. Three top-ranked and mid-ranked women's college basketball teams posted decisive results Wednesday: No. 2 South Carolina routed Winthrop 106-56 as Ta'Niya Latson scored 24, Madina Okot had 23 and 11 rebounds, and Joyce Edwards added 22; No. 4 Arizona beat No. 3 UConn 71-67 on a late Motiejus Krivas basket; St. John's upset No. 18 Oklahoma State 74-67; No. 8 Oklahoma defeated East Texas A&M 112-59. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

United States. Oklahoma (8-2, 4-2) hosts Missouri (7-3, 3-3) Saturday at noon ET in the SEC marquee, and Vanderbilt (8-2, 4-2) visits Kentucky (5-5, 2-5) in a critical game for CFP positioning. Polls influence selection committee decisions. Oklahoma is buoyed by an upset win over Alabama and defensive metrics; Missouri counters after a 49-27 victory over Mississippi State led by Ahmad Hardy's 300 rushing yards and three touchdowns. Ole Miss's Kewan Lacy rushed 224 yards with three scores in a recent win over Florida. Rankings and playoff prospects hinge on Saturday's outcomes. Based on 8 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Fayetteville, Arkansas — Arkansas will play at Texas on Saturday after an eight-game losing streak under interim coach Bobby Petrino. Petrino’s internal analytics indicate four of Arkansas’s eight losses should have been wins, and CBS Sports reports five losses came by three points or fewer this century. Arkansas has trailed or entered fourth quarter deficits in multiple close losses this season. Texas, ranked No. 17, seeks consecutive wins after a 35-10 loss to Georgia and needs victories to preserve College Football Playoff hopes. The game is scheduled for Nov. 22 at Royal-Memorial Stadium. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

New York City: Justice Democrats endorsed Darializa Avila Chevalier on Wednesday, backing her primary challenge to Representative Adriano Espaillat in the district covering Upper Manhattan and part of Queens borough. Chevalier, a 31-year-old community organizer, cited Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s victory and Espaillat’s policy record, including his support for Israel, as reasons to run. The endorsement marks Justice Democrats’ first in New York City for the 2026 midterms and part of a broader progressive effort to unseat establishment Democrats. Espaillat, 71 and chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, now faces a left-wing insurgency. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Dallas — Conservative Christian women convened at a conference on Oct. 11, where commentator Allie Beth Stuckey addressed more than 6,500 attendees and urged political engagement. Speakers framed recent setbacks for the U.S. feminist movement during President Trump’s second term — citing dismantled nondiscrimination programs and the ouster of several women in the military — as reasons to mobilize. Organizers and many participants said longstanding religious rules barring women from priesthood or senior pastoral roles did not prevent activism. Stuckey said participants were "done sitting on the sidelines" and pledged to "double down" on political work. Based on 8 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington, Former Vice President Dick Cheney, who led administrations' national security and later opposed Donald Trump, died Nov. 3 at 84; his funeral will be held at Washington National Cathedral with tributes from George W. Bush and Liz Cheney on Nov. 20. States, including Nevada and Texas, lowered flags from date of death until interment under the Flag Code. Media outlets republished past allegations and commentary, and a separate federal plea in Oregon concerned substation damage. Officials confirmed ceremonial details, clergy participants, and interment plans this week and health information was released. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Albany, New York — Republican New York State Assemblyman Robert Smullen launched a campaign Thursday to seek the open U.S. House seat in the 21st Congressional District vacated by Rep. Elise Stefanik. Smullen, a retired Marine colonel and White House appointee, pledged to prioritize border security, support for law enforcement, veterans’ benefits, rural infrastructure and families. He is the first Republican to formally enter the race; other local Republicans and several Democrats have signaled interest. Smullen represents the 118th Assembly District and served in the military and federal roles before his state tenure. Based on 8 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington, D.C. — Former Vice President Dick Cheney’s memorial at Washington National Cathedral on Thursday drew bipartisan attendance while President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance were not invited, officials and media reported. Former President George W. Bush delivered a eulogy praising Cheney’s service; multiple former vice-presidents and politicians attended. Coverage highlighted Cheney’s role in post-9/11 security policy, his later criticism of Trump, and the symbolic nature of guest list choices. Some prominent figures, including the Obamas, did not attend. The event underscored ceremonial norms and partisan divisions. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

United States — NFL Week 11 produced record performances and shifting power rankings this week as outlets published Week 12 predictions and rankings. Bryce Young threw a franchise-record 448 yards in overtime for the Panthers; Michael Wilson recorded 185 receiving yards for the Arizona Cardinals; Jacoby Brissett set an NFL single-game completions record with 47; Josh Allen accounted for six touchdowns in Buffalo’s win. Analysts released updated power rankings placing the Rams, Eagles and Bills near the top while several teams languished near the bottom before Week 12. Playoff seeding implications emerged nationally. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Atlanta — Georgia Tech can clinch an ACC championship game berth this upcoming Saturday when it hosts Pittsburgh, while conference matchups will shape standings and bowl eligibility this week. SMU visits Louisville at noon ET, and No. 14 Miami plays at Virginia Tech as the Hurricanes pursue College Football Playoff consideration after losses to Louisville and SMU. Duke quarterback Darian Mensah needs a performance against North Carolina, and N.C. State running backs were held to 12 yards last week versus Miami. The league includes four AP Top 25 teams, including No. 15 Georgia Tech. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.