Saturday, November 23
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump shook hands during their first face-to-face meeting at Tuesday night's presidential debate. They debated key issues like immigration and abortion in an intense encounter without a live audience. This debate provided a critical opportunity to influence undecided voters ahead of the November election.
Kamala Harris criticized Donald Trump's stance on abortion rights during a debate, emphasizing her support for reinstating Roe v. Wade. She condemned Trump-backed abortion bans in over 20 states as draconian and immoral. Trump defended state-level regulation and emphasized his support for In vitro fertilisation (IVF). The debate underscores the high stakes of the upcoming election.
Abortion, Israel, immigration: Kamala Harris and Donald Trump lock horns in US Presidential debate
A Mega Millions ticket purchased at a gas station near Houston has won an $800 million jackpot. The winning numbers were 1, 2, 16, 24, and 66 with the gold Mega Ball being number 6. The winner can choose between annual payouts or a one-time cash option of $404.2 million.
A plane door plummeted from the sky, narrowly missing a fisherman at South Broulee Beach, New South Wales. The incident took place around 9.30am on Friday when the door detached from a small private aircraft. Despite the dramatic event, both the pilot and passenger landed safely, leading authorities to forgo an investigation due to no injuries.
Kamala Harris' campaign quickly declared victory following the ABC presidential debate, citing her strong performance against Donald Trump. In contrast, Trump's unexpected appearance in the post-debate spin room hinted at a different narrative, with his team appearing unprepared. The debate's aftermath continues to unfold as both sides assess their performances.
The Democratic nominee has altered her stance on fracking, now stating she will not ban the practice and hasn't done so as Vice President. Fracking is contentious due to potential environmental and health issues, yet supporters highlight its role in boosting domestic oil production and employment opportunities.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has committed to significantly enhancing his country's nuclear weapons capabilities and preparing troops for combat. He accused the US and its allies of forming a nuclear-based military bloc in the region. This announcement follows North Korea's recent deployment of new missile launchers and drones as tensions rise with South Korea, the US, and Japan.
