A tsunami warning was issued and subsequently lifted following a 7.0-magnitude earthquake off Cape Mendocino in Northern California. Approximately 5.3 million residents in California and Oregon were affected before the warning ceased. Assessments are ongoing with no major damage reported. (UPI)
Shell casings from the shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City had the words “deny,” “defend,” and possibly “depose” written on them. Police are investigating, but many believe these words are linked to insurance tactics used to delay or deny claims. Authorities are still looking for the suspect. (CBS News)
Last week marked the worst Thanksgiving ever for whooping cough, with 364 cases reported, surpassing the previous record. The national increase in cases is attributed to factors such as vaccination gaps and changes in vaccine efficacy. Ohio had the highest number of cases. The surge is a return to pre-pandemic trends. (CBS News)
A recent international study revealed a significant decline in math test scores among U.S. students. Results showed drops in math scores for fourth and eighth graders between 2019 and 2023, with scores stagnating at levels comparable to 1995. Gender gaps were also highlighted, with boys outperforming girls in math and science. (ABC News)
After 16 years, a military deserter surrendered to U.S. Border Patrol at Buffalo’s Rainbow Bridge. The 38-year-old was taken into custody and handed over to the U.S. Army, with his identity kept private per CPB rules. (UPI)