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YOUTUBE (MS NOW) - Trump BACKTRACKS, urges supporters to vote by mail

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President Trump is on defense across GOP strongholds as polling numbers shift in Democrats' favor in some races. Trump is now backtracking on his comments and urging Republicans to vote by mail. Peter Alexander has more details.

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YOUTUBE (MS NOW) - 'The History of Concrete': Why John Wilson applied the 'Hallmark' formula to a film on concrete

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Filmmaker John Wilson joins Morning Joe to discuss his new documentary, ‘The History of Concrete.’ Wilson – the filmmaker behind the critically acclaimed HBO comedy docuseries "How To with John Wilson" – decides to use the ‘Hallmark formula’ to try to increase his documentary’s appeal. Wilson discusses the unique approach to the foundation of his film.

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YOUTUBE (MS NOW) - New polling shows Dems AHEAD in Trump-won Alaska, Ohio and Texas

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President Trump is heading to Nebraska for another red-state rally amid his midterm blitz. This comes as new polls show some voters shifting in Democrats' favor. Managing Editor of The Bulwark Sam Stein, Washington Post White House Reporter Natalie Allison, Senior Advisor for The Lincoln Project Stuart Stevens and Author of "The Cross Section" on Substack Paul Waldman join Katy Tur to discuss their outlooks for November.

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YOUTUBE (MS NOW) - 'Who cares what they want': A.I. titans' stance on regulation

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While tech CEOs differ on A.I. regulation, Josh Tyrangiel and Stephanie Ruhle explain it should be up to the people of this country to decide.

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YOUTUBE (Fox Business) - EUROPE IN CRISIS: The price of left-wing policies #shorts

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‘Varney & Co.’ host Stuart Varney warns that France’s expanding demonstrations, unsustainable social spending and economic pressures offer a cautionary tale for America. #foxbusiness #shorts

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AMERICANALMANAC (Ken Jacobs) - Brooklyn martial artist Crystal teaches women street-smart subway self-defense: ‘Jab them in the eyes and run’

Brooklyn martial artist Crystal is teaching women street-smart self-defense after a viral video drew nearly 15 million views, and she says fighting is the last resort. Crystal, a 34-year-old Brooklyn martial-arts expert and former model, has built a following by showing women how to stay alert on New York City streets and subway platforms, then […] The post Brooklyn martial artist Crystal teaches women street-smart subway self-defense: ‘Jab them in the eyes and run’ appeared first on American Almanac .

Brooklyn martial artist Crystal is teaching women street-smart self-defense after a viral video drew nearly 15 million views, and she says fighting is the last resort. Crystal, a 34-year-old Brooklyn martial-arts expert and former model, has built a following by showing women how to stay alert on New York City streets and subway platforms, then escape before a bad situation turns worse. She told The Post she wants preparedness, not panic, to be the first line of defense. A recent self-defense video linked to her reached nearly 15 million viewers. She now counts about half a million internet fans and teaches students in person as well as online. Her pitch is blunt: notice trouble early, make noise, use what you have, and run. She frames the…Open

How does Crystal address the balance between femininity and self-defense?
Crystal refuses the idea that looking feminine and knowing how to fight are opposites. She aims to show women that they can dress for their own lives and be "girly" while still knowing how to throw a serious punch or kick. She describes her approach as a "fashionable 'f*** you'" to the notion that women must sacrifice their personal style to be prepared for safety, wanting to serve as an example that women can be both fashionable and capable of self-defense.
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What are the five specific habits Crystal recommends for daily travel in tight spaces like subway cars?
Crystal boiled her methodology down into five habits: 1. Look around to ensure you are not being followed and that no one is encroaching on your personal space. 2. Always plan escape routes, especially in enclosed spaces. 3. Do not have both earphones in; keep one ear unoccupied to hear the vicinity. 4. Escape as quickly as possible, but if you cannot, make noise to bring attention to yourself and deter the attacker. 5. Treat getting physical as the last resort, but if all else fails, use your body and personal belongings against the attacker and then run.
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What personal experiences motivated Crystal to begin teaching self-defense to women?
Crystal, a 34-year-old Brooklyn martial-arts expert and former model, was motivated by her own experiences as a victim of abuse and harassment in both her personal life and in everyday life in New York City. She also notes that training in various disciplines—including Muay Thai, Jeet Kune Do, Kali weapons work, and boxing—helped her overcome personal struggles with self-worth, body dysmorphia, and disordered eating during her teenage years. Her goal is to empower women to carry themselves with "controlled preparedness" so they do not have to live in fear or be timid.
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How does Crystal distinguish between traditional martial arts and the street-smart self-defense she teaches?
Crystal draws a hard line between the two, stating that martial arts is a discipline and a competitive sport governed by rules, while self-defense is for real-world life-or-death situations where there are no rules or referees. Her teaching is framed around lived experience and real-world readiness rather than "gym trophies." She focuses on "street logic," which prioritizes creating a distraction and fleeing as quickly as possible rather than seeking to "win" a fight.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Ken Jacobs) - Six leftover body parts modern humans can live without

Modern humans still carry six leftover body parts that can spark pain, infection, and millions of surgeries a year, and most people get along fine without them. The human body still packs structures that helped distant ancestors chew tough plants, climb, and fight off germs in a very different world. Today those same parts often […] The post Six leftover body parts modern humans can live without appeared first on American Almanac .

Modern humans still carry six leftover body parts that can spark pain, infection, and millions of surgeries a year, and most people get along fine without them. The human body still packs structures that helped distant ancestors chew tough plants, climb, and fight off germs in a very different world. Today those same parts often mean sudden pain, blocked airways, or emergency surgery, and a large share of people never develop some of them at all. A New York Post feature walks through six of the most common candidates and the scale of the operations that remove them. Americans already live healthy lives after these structures come out. The numbers make the point without a lecture. Appendix removals near 300,000 a year The appendix is a…Open

Why are certain body parts like the appendix, gallbladder, and tonsils frequently removed through surgery in modern medicine?
These structures are often considered evolutionary leftovers that can spark pain, infection, and blocked airways in the modern world. For example, the appendix can cause life-threatening infections (appendicitis), the gallbladder can produce stones or infections, and tonsils can cause chronic swelling. In every case, data shows that humans can live healthy lives and continue daily activities after these structures are removed or if they never develop.
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Which specific muscles in the forearm and calf are considered evolutionary leftovers, and what are their prevalence rates?
The palmaris longus is a muscle in the inner forearm that helps with wrist-flexion; as much as 25% of people are born without it, and its absence does not reduce strength. The plantaris is a thin muscle at the back of the lower leg; an estimated 7% to 16% of people are born without it. While some suggest the plantaris plays a role in balance or posture, many experts treat it as basically useless.
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What are the statistics and evolutionary context regarding the removal of wisdom teeth?
Around 5 million people get wisdom teeth removed each year if the teeth appear at all. About 20% of people never develop wisdom teeth. These third molars are framed as remnants from a time of tougher, uncooked diets and larger ancestral jaws; modern mouths often lack the space to accommodate them, leading to crowding, impaction, decay, and pain.
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What are the primary reasons for tonsil removal in the United States, and how many procedures are performed yearly?
More than half a million tonsil removals are performed in the United States every year. Tonsils, which act like lymph nodes to filter germs, are often removed because they can stay chronically swollen or infected, or they may block the airway during sleep, causing snoring and disrupted rest, which particularly affects children. The body remains capable of fighting infection without them.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Ken Jacobs) - Ski-jumping Olympic champion baffled after thieves steal helicopter and fly it across borders

Olympic ski-jumping champion Thomas Morgenstern discovered his helicopter stolen from an Austrian hangar overnight and flown across borders, a carefully planned raid that left police hunting skilled thieves. Thomas Morgenstern, 39, learned that his Robinson R44 was missing after a break-in at Mauterndorf airfield near Salzburg. The thieves struck between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m. […] The post Ski-jumping Olympic champion baffled after thieves steal helicopter and fly it across borders appeared first on American Almanac .

Olympic ski-jumping champion Thomas Morgenstern discovered his helicopter stolen from an Austrian hangar overnight and flown across borders, a carefully planned raid that left police hunting skilled thieves. Thomas Morgenstern, 39, learned that his Robinson R44 was missing after a break-in at Mauterndorf airfield near Salzburg. The thieves struck between 2 a.m. and 4 a.m. on Monday, disabled the security cameras, wheeled the helicopter out, and flew it away. The Sun reported the theft and the former champion’s reaction. Morgenstern won three Olympic gold medals, 23 World Cup titles, and eight world championships before retiring from ski jumping in 2014. He later launched a company offering VIP flying experiences and sightseeing tours.…Open

Who is Thomas Morgenstern and what was the significance of the stolen helicopter to his business?
Thomas Morgenstern is a 39-year-old former Olympic ski-jumping champion who won three gold medals, 23 World Cup titles, and eight world championships. After retiring in 2014, he launched a company offering sightseeing tours and VIP flying experiences; the stolen Robinson R44 was the aircraft at the center of that business.
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What evidence did the Salzburg State Criminal Police find at the scene of the theft?
Investigators found fingerprints and DNA traces at the scene. However, police chief Felix Gautsch noted that they must still determine if these traces belong to the thieves or to the staff who operate the airfield.
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What is the known flight path of the stolen helicopter after it left Austria?
After being stolen from the hangar in Austria, the helicopter left the country and refueled in Croatia. Police believe it may have continued toward Albania or North Macedonia.
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How did the thieves manage to move and fly the helicopter out of the Austrian hangar?
The thieves entered through the back door of the hangar, disabled the security cameras, and wheeled the helicopter out using a maneuvering trolley. After moving the helicopter, they returned the trolley to its original place. They also stole 365 liters of kerosene, which is more than double the helicopter's 170-liter fuel capacity, to facilitate the theft.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Alan Benson) - New DOJ report shows Garland school memo sparked internal ‘Anti-MAGA Task Force’ alarms

Newly released Justice Department emails show Biden-era officials warned Merrick Garland’s school-board memo looked like an “Anti-MAGA Task Force,” raising alarms over federal pressure on parents. The Justice Department this week released a “Report to Expose the Weaponization of Government Against Parents in Schools,” along with hundreds of exhibits and internal emails about Attorney General […] The post New DOJ report shows Garland school memo sparked internal ‘Anti-MAGA Task Force’ alarms appeared first on American Almanac .

Newly released Justice Department emails show Biden-era officials warned Merrick Garland’s school-board memo looked like an “Anti-MAGA Task Force,” raising alarms over federal pressure on parents. The Justice Department this week released a “Report to Expose the Weaponization of Government Against Parents in Schools,” along with hundreds of exhibits and internal emails about Attorney General Merrick Garland’s October 4, 2021, memorandum on school board protests. Fox News reported that the documents capture senior DOJ and FBI officials objecting to the effort as political, poorly grounded, and a threat to First Amendment rights. Garland’s memo directed the FBI and U.S. Attorneys to coordinate with federal, state, and local law…Open

What actions has the current DOJ taken to address the findings of the report?
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche framed the release as a way to verify that the previous DOJ worked with White House officials and the NSBA to "chill free speech and parental rights." Furthermore, FBI Director Kash Patel stated that the bureau has since reprioritized its work to "protect parents and defend the homeland" and noted that personnel tied to a separate, later-retracted FBI product on traditionalist Catholics were terminated.
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What specific incidents and locations were highlighted in the context of the DOJ's review of school board issues?
The report mentions Loudoun County, Virginia, where school board fights over gender policy and curriculum drew national attention. This included the case of Scott Smith, whose daughter was raped in a Loudoun County school bathroom in 2021; Smith and others claimed the district downplayed the assault to protect transgender policies. The report also notes that while at least 25 investigations were opened following the memo, no parents are known to have been charged with domestic terrorism.
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What was the FBI's internal response to the rollout of the school board coordination memo?
The FBI reported being blindsided by the rollout, with one lawyer stating on October 5, 2021, that the department issued the accompanying press release without coordinating with the bureau. A Deputy Assistant Director in the FBI Criminal Investigative Division stated they were "caught off guard" by the announcement, which was "unilaterally pushed by DOJ." Additionally, an FBI counterterrorism official labeled a DHS brief tying threat levels to opposition to masks, vaccines, and critical race theory as a "politically charged paper."
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What role did the National School Boards Association (NSBA) play in the issuance of the Garland memo?
The memo was issued following a September 29, 2021, letter from the NSBA to President Joe Biden. In that letter, the NSBA warned that some protest actions could be equivalent to domestic terrorism and hate crimes, and it invoked the PATRIOT Act in its appeal for federal help. The NSBA later apologized for the specific language used in that letter. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated that the memo came at the urging of the NSBA and White House officials to aim federal power at parents exercising free speech.
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