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Jay Rockefeller, heir to famed dynasty and healthcare advocate in Senate, dies at 89 • Nov. 6, 2026, 9:11 AM ET (NBC)

Longtime journalist and ESPN commentator Michael Wilbon is taking a leave of absence • Nov. 2, 2026, 6:01 PM ET (AP)

Dartmouth provost resigns following accusations he used artificial intelligence for writing • Oct. 29, 2026, 4:18 PM ET (AP)

Photographer attacked by settlers in the West Bank feels insulted by Netanyahu • Oct. 18, 2026, 3:00 PM ET (AP)

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