Sunday, November 10

In The NEWS


Israeli soccer fans injured in Amsterdam violence.

At least five people were hospitalized and 62 detained following attacks on Israeli soccer fans, which officials describe as antisemitic. The incident occurred during a Europa League match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Ajax, prompting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to arrange flights home for Israeli citizens. Dutch authorities are investigating the incident and have ordered a three-day ban on protests.



Beyoncé leads Grammy nominations with 11 nods.

Beyoncé, who already has 32 Grammys, leads the 67th annual awards for her countrified album, "Cowboy Carter," including for album of the year, record of the year, and song of the year for "Texas Hold 'Em." Charli XCX, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar, and Post Malone nabbed seven nominations apiece; Sabrina Carpenter, Chappell Roan, and Taylor Swift received six; and producer Jack Antonoff and Shaboozey nabbed five. The ceremony will take place Feb. 2.



AOL's "You've Got Mail" voice, Elwood Edwards, dies at 74.

Edwards recorded the famous greeting in 1989, a project initiated by his wife, who worked at AOL's predecessor. Edwards was paid $200 for the recordings that later became a staple of early internet culture. His voice not only became synonymous with AOL but also inspired the title of the 1998 film "You've Got Mail" starring Tom Hanks and Meg Ryan. See an interview with Edwards here.



Notre Dame Cathedral bells ring for first time since 2019 fire.

The iconic Paris cathedral is preparing for its Dec. 8 reopening, which comes more than five years since a fire in April 2019 caused extensive damage, including the collapse of its spire and most of its roof. The ringing of the bells featured all eight restored bells chiming together, with the introduction of three new bells, including one from the Paris 2024 Olympics.



Tesla reaches $1T market cap as shares close up 8% Friday.

The rally marks the first time Tesla stock has risen above $300 per share since September 2022. The increase in the electric vehicle maker's share price is attributed to optimism surrounding CEO Elon Musk's relationship with President-elect Donald Trump and potential benefits for Tesla under a Trump administration, including lighter EV regulations and potential advantages over competitors.


SOURCE:  1440 NEWS

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