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Chile’s presidential race headed to tense runoff between communist and hard-right candidates
SANTIAGO, Chile — The communist candidate of Chile’s center-left government, Jeannette Jara, and a hard-right veteran politician, José Antonio Kast, will vie for the country’s presidency in a runoff vote next month after neither gained a winning margin in a polarized election on Sunday, the government said.
With nearly 80% of the vote counted and results still trickling in, Chile’s left-wing President Gabriel Boric recognized Jara and Kast as the front-runners headed to the second round of elections, scheduled for Dec. 14.
“I trust that dialogue, respect and love for Chile will prevail over any differences,” Boric said as he congratulated the rivals.
Shortly after he spoke, cheers erupted from the campaign headquarters of Jara and Kast on opposite ends of the capital of Santiago.
Jara claimed more than 26% of valid ballots — far short of the 50% threshold to claim victory in the first round.
“I want to send a warm hug to all those who voted for me,” Jara said after learning of the results. “This is a great country.”
Kast was close behind, securing over 24% of the vote, underscoring the power of his tough-on-crime platform in response to widespread discontent with rising insecurity and illegal immigration.
That could clear the way for a swing to the right in Chile, the world’s biggest copper producer and one of the region’s most prosperous and stable countries.
It was the first presidential election in Chile since voting has been mandatory and the registration of voters automatic, with over 15.7 million voters obliged to vote out of a national population of over 18 million, after years of abysmal voter turnout.
Even as Jara, 51, the government’s former labor minister, came out on top, Kast, 59, will be buoyed in the second round by a good share of votes that went to the eliminated right-wing challengers.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/11/16/chiles-presidential-race-runoff/
Trump dice que conversaciones con Venezuela son una posibilidad al tiempo que EEUU aumenta presión militar en el Caribe
WEST PALM BEACH, Florida, EE.UU. (AP) — Trump dice que conversaciones con Venezuela son una posibilidad al tiempo que EEUU aumenta presión militar en el Caribe.
Loomered: Trump Withdraws Nominee For Top IRS Lawyer
Loomered: Trump Withdraws Nominee For Top IRS Lawyer
President Donald Trump on Friday withdrew the nomination of veteran tax attorney Donald L. Korb to serve as the top lawyer for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), right as the Senate was preparing to vote on his nomination for assistant general counsel – which provides legal advice and support to departmental officials, including how the government interprets tax codes and defends their positions in US Tax Court.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in Washington on March 10, 2025. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times
While Trump gave no explanation for the move – writing only on Truth social “Please be advised that I am withdrawing the nomination of Donald Korb to be Assistant General Counsel in the Department of the Treasury,” it comes after activist and Trump ally Laura Loomer alleged “major red flags” that disqualify him.
As the Epoch Times notes, days before Trump pulled Korb’s nomination, the veteran tax attorney came under fire by right-wing activist and Trump ally Laura Loomer, who alleged he had “several major red flags that disqualify him from assuming his role under the Trump administration.” In a post on social media, Loomer said Korb had too much past association with Democrats.
After the president withdrew Korb’s nomination, Loomer took credit in a post on X.
JUST IN:
President Trump just released the following statement.
“Please be advised that I am withdrawing the nomination of Donald Korb to be Assistant General Counsel in the Department of the Treasury. Thank you for your attention to this matter!”#LOOMERED https://t.co/euYqg6aUKu pic.twitter.com/JlYHTNP60g
— Laura Loomer (@LauraLoomer) November 14, 2025
Korb did not respond to a request for comment by publication time.
The president has pulled multiple nominees in recent months as he continues to fill critical positions in his second administration.
On Sept. 19, Trump withdrew the nomination of Erik Siebert to serve as U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia. Siebert had been leading the probe into New York Attorney General Letitia James’s mortgage fraud case, but his office did not find “incriminating evidence” to bring charges, according to a joint statement by Sens. Mark Warner (D-Va.) and Tim Kaine (D-Va.).
The following day, Trump said he had appointed his former attorney, Lindsey Halligan, to serve in the role as U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia.
The White House announced on Sept. 30 that it had withdrawn economist EJ Antoni’s nomination to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
“Dr. EJ Antoni is a brilliant economist and an American patriot that will continue to do good work on behalf of our great country,” a White House official said. “President Trump is committed to fixing the longstanding failures at the BLS that have undermined the public’s trust in critical economic data.”
Aldgra Fredly and Andrew Moran contributed to this report.
Tyler Durden
Sun, 11/16/2025 – 19:15
https://www.zerohedge.com/political/loomered-trump-withdraws-nominee-top-irs-lawyer
Congo vence a Nigeria en penales y avanza a los playoffs intercontinentales del Mundial
Congo avanzó a los playoffs intercontinentales de la Copa del Mundo tras vencer a Nigeria en una tanda de penales el domingo por la noche.
Chancel Mbemba ejecutó el penalti decisivo para sellar una victoria de 4-3 en la tanda de penales para Congo, después de que el partido final de los playoffs de clasificación africana terminara 1-1 tras el tiempo extra en Rabat, Marruecos.
La victoria de Congo aseguró su lugar en el torneo de playoffs intercontinentales de seis equipos de la FIFA en marzo, que enviará a dos equipos a la Copa del Mundo en Estados Unidos, Canadá y México.
Nigeria se adelantó después de tres minutos de juego gracias al gol de Frank Onyeka, antes de que Mechak Elia igualara para Congo a los 32 minutos.
El delantero nigeriano Victor Osimhen, el máximo goleador de la Liga de Campeones de UEFA, fue sustituido en el descanso.
Mbemba había anotado en el tiempo añadido en la victoria de Congo por 1-0 contra Camerún el jueves para asegurar un lugar en la final. Esta vez fue el héroe en la tanda de penales.
Argelia, Cabo Verde, Costa de Marfil, Egipto, Ghana, Marruecos, Senegal, Sudáfrica y Túnez ya se han clasificado para la Copa del Mundo por África.
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Daily Horoscope for November 17, 2025
General Daily Insight for November 17, 2025
Small moves can unlock surprisingly big doors. As the gleaming Sun trines jovial Jupiter at 12:08 AM EST, we’re empowered with generous optimism regarding all forms of collaboration. The Sun also trines careful Saturn, steadying our hope into realistic potential. We’re ready to shape a path that leaves room for joy. By afternoon, clever Mercury sextiles transformative Pluto. They help us name truths kindly, turning potentially tough talks into agreements that everyone’s willing to support. Keep events in perspective to navigate them with ease.
Aries
March 21 – April 19
A calm tone should make hard talks easier. Trust deepens as the vibrant Sun (currently into your 8th House of Sharing) trines lucky Jupiter over in your 4th House of Inner Needs. You’re strong enough to talk about active issues and shared obligations, whether a home chore isn’t getting done or a mutual budget needs more from you both. Have patience with anyone else involved and stay curious about each other’s needs. Give them the candid information you want in return to nourish trust.
Taurus
April 20 – May 20
Partnerships breathe easier without harsh retorts. Your 7th House of Connections lights up as the radiant Sun embraces auspicious Jupiter, inviting a mutual negotiation that actually satisfies everyone involved. Steady loyalty helps, as Jupiter’s presence in your 3rd House of Communication supports listening. When possible, take the time to refine your words before speaking. You may practice a script before a necessary call or write down what you want to say to a friend. Aim for clarity, because kindness keeps everything fair.
Gemini
May 21 – June 20
A curious question can open a helpful door. Cerebral Mercury sextiles piercing Pluto, boosting your capacity to research options and discover the facts before choosing a plan or provider. You know how to step back and look at the wider context, so a debate about recent ideas can be shaped into a calmer discussion. That way, when the time comes to take action, such as booking travel plans, everyone involved (including you, of course) should have clear information regarding what they’re paying for.
Cancer
June 21 – July 22
Play leads your heart to simple joy. Creative sparks meet easy luck as the bouncy Sun trines joyous Jupiter, empowering your exuberant 5th house and confident 1st house. That’s right — Jupiter’s in your caring sign! Go ahead and invite a shy friend out or share a beloved hobby with your circle without second‑guessing yourself. If plans shift, you may pivot to a cozy movie night where you relax together, free of outside pressures. When your hearth is warm, loved ones will flock to it.
Leo
July 23 – August 22
Home life has a unique rhythm. Your 4th House of Security is steadied by the Sun’s trine with disciplined Saturn, which helps you build routines that work for you. Rest is just as vital as productivity — so if you’ve spent all day oiling squeaky hinges, take the evening off! If others refuse to do their part, you can explain how important it is that everyone contribute without losing your temper. Having a shared calendar could also reduce further mix-ups. Protect your nest!
Virgo
August 23 – September 22
Order returns in a, well, organized manner! Chatty Mercury sextiles powerful Pluto, with Pluto in your 4th House of Foundations today, energizing you to sort paperwork and explain expectations without sounding picky. Your 6th House of Daily Routine emphasizes that characteristic Virgo eye for detail even further. You can craft a simple cleaning circuit that keeps weekdays smoother for everyone. If guests drop by, you can kindly point out your house rules without awkwardness. Minor practices can save tons of energy over time.
Libra
September 23 – October 22
Value grows when you handle something gently. Your 2nd House of Worth brightens as the dynamic Sun trines jolly Jupiter, encouraging a kind check‑in with your budget that supports your day without draining your bank account. Your 10th House of Status offers perspective, so you can analyze whether or not you REALLY need that online subscription. Perhaps you could negotiate a shared account or split up a monthly gift box with a friend. Respect your worth, because fair choices strengthen peace.
Scorpio
October 23 – November 21
Your presence changes the mood in rooms — don’t worry, for the better. The Sun and Jupiter are highlighting your identity, so you may introduce an idea and set a pace everyone can follow. Your 9th House of Learning adds breadth, allowing you to back up your suggestions with grounded reasoning. If someone resists, you’ve got the strength to accept their valid critiques while resisting unnecessary alterations. Be ready to discuss potential changes to any plan. When you lead gently, others should support your authority.
Sagittarius
November 22 – December 21
Your words carry warmth and bravery. Honesty will land best as intellectual Mercury sextiles unearthing Pluto, sharpening your voice and timing so you can introduce yourself and ask follow‑up questions without sounding pushy. Your 3rd House of Communication supports introductions, letting you stay clear and friendly without adding too much fluff to your responses. If nerves are still running rampant, consider carrying something like a worry stone that you can hold onto for support. And remember, clarity is the best way to move ideas forward.
Capricorn
December 22 – January 19
Teamwork clicks with clear, up-to-date roles. The willful Sun reaches out from your chaotic 3rd house to support responsible Saturn in your connected 11th house. Their alignment supports your efforts to define a group project, plan a party, or schedule a check‑in that keeps the momentum rolling. The rewards of discipline take time (and cooperation) to earn. If you’ve recently invited your friends to anything, be sure to reconfirm the schedule beforehand. Being transparent with one another will help everyone have a good time.
Aquarius
January 20 – February 18
A visible aim steadies your pace. Today’s astrology centers on your 10th House of Status and 6th House of Productivity, with the Sun and Jupiter supporting your journey to success. Whether you’re in the workplace or the public eye, you may need to discuss essential issues with an authority figure. For instance, you could suggest a modernized workflow or a more doable timeline for a public works project. If praise arrives, share credit wherever it’s due. Lead with solutions, and let success invite further collaboration.
Pisces
February 19 – March 20
Clarity helps your current efforts land with grace. Your work situation may be somewhat quieter than usual, with Mercury in your confidential 12th house. That said, as Mercury uplifts intense Pluto in your 10th House of Reputation, you’re potentially just biding your time to make the biggest impact possible. Once you speak up, you should have everyone’s ear. Still, keep an eye out for unexpected deadlines to spare yourself from urgent weekend scrambling. Keep messages crisp in order to gain useful support.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/11/16/daily-horoscope-for-november-17-2025/
Fox anota 28 puntos y lidera a los Spurs sin Wembanyama por 123-110 sobre Kings
Por RAUL DOMÍNGUEZ
SAN ANTONIO (AP) — De’Aaron Fox tuvo su mejor actuación de la temporada con 28 puntos y 11 asistencias, y los Spurs de San Antonio vencieron el domingo 123-110 a los Kings de Sacramento, con Victor Wembanyama perdiéndose su primer partido de la temporada debido a una lesión en la pantorrilla.
Harrison Barnes sumó 20 puntos y Devin Vassell anotó 16 puntos mientras San Antonio rompía una racha de dos derrotas consecutivas.
Wembanyama fue descartado antes del partido debido a una distensión en la pantorrilla izquierda. El entrenador de San Antonio, Mitch Johnson, comentó que la lesión era progresiva y no se debía a una sola jugada. El estado de Wembanyama se evaluará día a día.
San Antonio también perdió a Stephon Castle tras la primera mitad debido a una lesión en la cadera izquierda. Su estado es desconocido, pero estuvo en el banco durante la segunda mitad.
Los Spurs continuaron su ataque equilibrado sin Wembanyama liderando el camino.
Siete jugadores anotaron en cifras dobles, con Keldon Johnson contribuyendo con 14 puntos y 12 rebotes.
DeMar DeRozan lideró a Sacramento con 27 puntos, que perdió su sexto partido consecutivo. Domantas Sabonis añadió 17 puntos y 13 rebotes.
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Tuchel dice que Bellingham debe aceptar sus decisiones tras su reacción al ser sustituido
El entrenador de Inglaterra, Thomas Tuchel, afirma que Jude Bellingham debe aceptar sus decisiones después de que el centrocampista expresara su frustración al ser sustituido cerca del final de la victoria 2-0 sobre Albania en la clasificación europea para el Mundial el domingo.
Bellingham había sido amonestado a los 80 minutos del partido y fue retirado cuatro minutos después tras hacer su primera aparición como titular con Inglaterra desde junio. La estrella del Real Madrid de 22 años levantó los brazos en señal de frustración justo después del segundo gol, al ver a Morgan Rogers esperando para reemplazarlo en la línea de banda.
“Esa es la decisión, y él tiene que aceptarla”, dijo Tuchel. “Su amigo está esperando en la banda, así que necesitas aceptarlo, respetarlo y seguir adelante”.
“Voy a tener que revisarlo”, expresó Tuchel, quien ha tenido enfrentamientos previos con Bellingham. “Vi que no estaba contento. No quiero hacerlo más grande en este momento de lo que es”.
Tuchel elogió a sus jugadores involucrados en la campaña en la que Inglaterra ganó los ocho partidos sin recibir goles.
“Felicitaciones a ellos, fue un placer luchar con ellos y apoyarlos desde la línea de banda”, manifestó el entrenador.
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Shedeur Sanders makes NFL debut for Cleveland Browns after Dillon Gabriel departs with a head injury
CLEVELAND — Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders made his NFL debut in the second half of Sunday’s game against the Baltimore Ravens.
The highly publicized quarterback entered with 12:43 remaining in the third quarter after the Browns announced Dillon Gabriel was being evaluated for a concussion. Gabriel was ruled out later in the quarter.
On his first snap, Sanders threw a 5-yard pass to Cedric Tillman with the Browns leading 16-10. He completed both of his passes for 12 yards on his first drive but fumbled after an 11-yard sack by Ravens safety Kyle Hamilton.
Sanders threw his first NFL interception on his second series. On third-and-10 at the Browns 17, Ravens linebacker Kyle Van Noy got pressure up the middle and hammered Sanders as he released the ball. The throw was off target and picked off at the 30 by Nate Wiggins, who returned it 14 yards.
The Browns got the ball back on the next play when rookie linebacker Carson Schwesinger picked off Lamar Jackson.
Sanders became Cleveland’s backup behind fellow rookie Gabriel after Joe Flacco was traded to the Cincinnati Bengals on Oct. 7.
A fifth-round pick by the Browns after some projected him to go in the first round, Sanders was inactive for Cleveland’s first five games as the emergency third quarterback. His father, Pro Football Hall of Famer Deion Sanders, coached him in college at Jackson State and Colorado.
The Browns opened camp with a four-QB competition among Flacco, Kenny Pickett, Gabriel and Sanders. Pickett was considered the front-runner before suffering a hamstring injury, missing time and being traded in August to the Las Vegas Raiders for a fifth-round pick.
Gabriel completed 7 of 10 passes for 68 yards in the first half.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/11/16/cleveland-browns-shedeur-sanders-nfl-debut/
Inglaterra perfecta en clasificación al Mundial con 8 victorias y 0 goles en contra
La inmaculada Inglaterra se dirige al Mundial con un récord de clasificación del 100%.
Una victoria por 2-0 contra Albania el domingo hizo que el equipo de Thomas Tuchel sumara ocho victorias en ocho partidos, asegurando también su lugar en el torneo del próximo año sin conceder un solo gol.
Inglaterra ya se había clasificado antes de completar su último partido del Grupo K, pero terminó con estilo con otra victoria.
El máximo goleador de todos los tiempos, Harry Kane, anotó ambos tantos en Tirana para extender su récord a 78 goles en 112 partidos para su país.
“Hemos establecido el estándar ahora, especialmente en los últimos campamentos. Vamos a entrar al torneo como uno de los favoritos. Tenemos que aceptar eso, ha sido así en las últimos ediciones”, señaló el capitán de Inglaterra.
El récord de Kane en todas las competiciones para el Bayern Múnich e Inglaterra esta temporada es de 25 goles en 18 apariciones.
Tuchel fue contratado el año pasado con la tarea inicial de llevar a Inglaterra al Mundial en Estados Unidos, Canadá y México. La Asociación de Fútbol de Inglaterra cree que el entrenador puede poner fin a la espera de décadas del país por un título importante, ya que el equipo de la rosa no ha ganado la Copa del Mundo desde 1966.
Inglaterra se dirige al torneo del próximo año habiendo llegado a la final de las dos últimas Eurocopas.
“Hemos estado construyendo, hemos tenido un gran año juntos con el nuevo entrenador, y ahora esperamos un gran 2026”, señaló Kane.
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Japan Summons Chinese Ambassador Over Online Threats Against Prime Minister
Japan Summons Chinese Ambassador Over Online Threats Against Prime Minister
Authored by Dorothy Li via The Epoch Times (emphasis ours),
Japan has demanded action from Beijing over violent threats made by a Chinese envoy against Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi as the Chinese regime ramps up pressure and threats against Tokyo.
Japan’s foreign ministry said on Nov. 14 that it summoned China’s ambassador to lodge strong protests regarding the “highly inappropriate” statements by Consul General Xue Jian of the Chinese Consulate General in Osaka, the largest metropolis in western Japan.
On Nov. 8, Xue shared a local media report about Takaichi’s claim that a Taiwan conflict involving the use of force would likely constitute “a survival-threatening situation” for Japan, a classification that could compel Tokyo to mobilize its military to intervene.
“The dirty neck that sticks itself in must be cut off,” Xue wrote in Japanese in a now-deleted post on X, according to a screenshot shared by U.S. Ambassador to Japan George Glass.
In a subsequent post, the Chinese diplomat said viewing an attack on Taiwan as a threat to Tokyo is “a path of death” that some “stupid politicians in Japan would choose.”
Xue’s comments have triggered a formal protest from Tokyo. Lawmakers from the ruling and opposition parties have urged the government to expel the Chinese diplomat. On Nov. 14, the Osaka city council adopted a resolution demanding a formal apology from the Chinese authorities.
In Beijing, the communist regime has dialed up pressure on Takaichi, demanding a retraction of her Taiwan statement, which they claimed soured bilateral relations.
On Nov. 13, the regime’s vice foreign minister, Sun Weidong, called in the Japanese ambassador in China, voicing Beijing’s “strong dissatisfaction and opposition” to Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan, the regime’s ministry said on Nov. 14.
The Chinese regime has cautioned Chinese citizens against traveling to Japan. In a notice issued late on Nov. 14, the regime’s foreign ministry and its embassy in Japan claimed that the Japanese leader’s recent remarks on Taiwan “severely damaged” the atmosphere for people-to-people exchanges and posed “significant risks” to the safety and security of its nationals.
Hours later, the three largest airlines in mainland China—Air China, China Southern, and China Eastern—said in separate notices that they will offer full refunds for flights to Japan from Nov. 15 to Dec. 31.
Takaichi defended her position on Nov. 10, saying that her initial remarks were based on the assumption of a “worst case” scenario.
“It is in line with conventional government views,” she told a parliament committee, adding that she would not retract her statements but would avoid making similar remarks in future sessions.
Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs also rejected Beijing’s interpretation of Takaichi’s words, telling reporters several times this week that its official stance on Taiwan remains unchanged.
Despite the Japanese government’s clarification, China’s state media has unleashed a barrage of editorials and articles this week lambasting the Japanese prime minister for “crossing the line” with Beijing.
The latest commentary by People’s Daily, the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) flagship newspaper, published on Nov. 14, accused Takaichi of threatening China with military intentions over the Taiwan issue.
Taiwan
At a press conference on Nov. 14, China’s defense ministry accused Japan of meddling in its internal affairs, saying that if Tokyo tries to use forces to intervene in Taiwan, it would face a “crushing defeat” and “pay a heavy price.”
The CCP has never ruled Taiwan before but views the self-ruled democracy as part of its territory to be taken by force if necessary. Taiwan rejects such claims, with its president saying that the future of Taiwan can only be decided by its 230 million people.
To pressure Taiwan to accept communist rule, the regime has been flying warplanes near the island on a nearly daily basis and carrying out large-scale military exercises in the Taiwan Strait, heightening international concerns about a potential Chinese invasion.
Japan, with its westernmost island of Yonaguni just 110 km (68 miles) from Taiwan, is anxious that any conflict in the Taiwan Strait could spill over into its own territory. Japan also hosts more than 50,000 American troops along with advanced U.S. military aircraft.
“The peace and stability of [the] Taiwan Strait is important not only for the security of Japan but for the stability of the global community,” Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi told a regular press conference via interpreter on Nov. 14.
“We truly hope that the issues regarding Taiwan will be peacefully resolved through dialogue,” he said. “And this has been the consistent and unchanging position of the government of Japan.”
On Nov. 15, the Chinese regime’s Maritime Safety Administration said a three-day live-fire drill would be held in parts of the central Yellow Sea, starting from Nov. 17.
Pointing to Beijing’s military exercises and travel bans against Japan, Taiwan’s president’s office on Nov. 15 expressed concerns about regional stability.
“The Chinese authorities’ politically motivated, multifaceted threats against Japan pose a grave danger to security and stability in the Indo-Pacific,” said Karen Kuo, spokesperson for the Presidential Office, according to Taiwan’s official Central News Agency.
Taiwan called on the CCP to cease such “inappropriate unilateral actions immediately” and refrain from becoming a “troublemaker in the international community,” Kuo said.
Tyler Durden
Sun, 11/16/2025 – 18:40
