Austin ISD releases an updated school closure and consolidation plan, aiming to address a $19.7 million budget shortfall. The plan, revised to remove three schools from closure and delay boundary changes, will be voted on by the board on November 20, 2023. Superintendent Matias Segura to discuss further at a press conference.
President Trump has urged the Justice Department and FBI to investigate Jeffrey Epstein’s relations with notable Democrats such as Bill Clinton, focusing on financial ties.
The White House is appealing a court ruling that blocked the deployment of the National Guard to Portland. A recent judge’s opinion questioned the legal basis for the President’s decision. This appeal highlights ongoing debates over federal authority and states’ rights amidst civil unrest.
Naval Station Roosevelt Roads in Puerto Rico resumes operations as part of a U.S. military expansion in the Caribbean. This strategic move aims to strengthen military presence and capabilities in the region, covering humanitarian efforts and regional stability tasks.
Trump cuts ties with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene as she increases criticism of party leadership. This decision highlights changing dynamics within the GOP and could impact both figures’ political futures. Political observers watch closely as the relationship between Trump and Greene changes.
Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s legal team appeals to the International Criminal Court, seeking an immediate and unconditional release, while challenging the court’s jurisdiction over him.
Rosa Rosal, a veteran actress and celebrated humanitarian, died at 96. Known for her work in Philippine cinema and with the Philippine Red Cross, her legacy endures in the entertainment industry and humanitarian sectors. The Philippine Red Cross confirmed her passing on November 15.
Zaldy Co, former Ako Bicol party-list representative, alleges in a video that he delivered cash-filled suitcases to President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and former House Speaker Martin Romualdez, claiming P100 billion in budget insertions.
Andres Muhlach says he feels both pressure and pride as he prepares to take on the role once played his father, Aga Muhlach, in the classic youth film “Bagets.”
Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman was hospitalized following a fall, attributed to a “ventricular fibrillation flare-up.” His condition required urgent medical attention, highlighting concerns about health challenges faced by public figures. Fetterman is receiving extensive medical care, with supportive responses from political peers.