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The premiere of Outlander Season 7 Part 2 is on November 22, with the second half concluding on January 10, 2025, following Claire and Jamie's return to Scotland. American fans will have to wait until January 10, 2027, for Netflix to add the new season. The final season, Season 8, is in production and will be the last chapter of the popular show, with 26 new episodes to explore the dynamic world and origin story....

Lydia Moynihan from The Post interviews Kenneth Cole and filmmaker Dori Berinstein about the documentary 'A Man With Sole: The Impact of Kenneth Cole'. The discussion covers topics like brand visibility, philanthropy, and running the company since it went private again. The interview delves into the keys to the brand's success and highlights Kenneth Cole's influence in the fashion industry. Full Article

Betsy DeVos praises Linda McMahon as a great choice to lead Trump's Education Department, emphasizing McMahon's background in wrestling entertainment and previous involvement in education. McMahon, a former CEO of WWE, has also served on the Connecticut Board of Education and provided financial support to Trump's campaigns. Despite her unsuccessful Senate runs, McMahon has been involved in various political roles, including serving as administrator of the Small Business Administration and chairing America First Action. Full...

John Prescott, the pugnacious deputy prime minister to Tony Blair, has passed away at 86 after battling Alzheimer's. Known for bridging left-wing and modernizers in the Labour Party, Prescott was a key player in three election victories. Despite controversies, he was praised for his passion for social justice and environmental protection, leaving behind a legacy of service and dedication to improving lives. Full Article

Texas anesthesiologist Dr. Raynaldo Ortiz Jr. was sentenced to 190 years in prison for intentionally tampering with IV bags, resulting in the death of a physician and cardiac emergencies in 11 patients. Described as a "medical terrorist," Ortiz was found guilty of multiple charges related to poisoning patients with heart-stopping drugs concealed in IV bags. The victims and their families expressed the lasting trauma and distrust towards medical professionals caused by Ortiz's actions during the...

A woman accused Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's Defense secretary pick, of sexually assaulting her in a Monterey hotel room in 2017, leading to a 22-page police report. The report details conflicting accounts of the encounter, with the woman alleging non-consensual intercourse and nightmares, while Hegseth claims the encounter was consensual and that a settlement was reached. The accusation has raised concerns over Hegseth's nomination as U.S. secretary of Defense, despite his military background and...