President Trump announced he is canceling all executive orders he says former President Joe Biden signed using an autopen, while investigators search for a motive after two National Guard members were ambushed in Washington, D.C., leaving Specialist Sarah Beckstrom dead and Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe critically injured. The episode also included reports of an FAA-ordered software update for Airbus A320-family aircraft amid high Thanksgiving travel volumes and a major winter storm threatening the Midwest and Great Lakes as millions travel.
Top stories
– National Guard shooting in Washington, D.C.: Authorities charged 29-year-old Rahmanullah Lakanwal with first-degree murder after he ambushed two National Guard soldiers, according to prosecutors. Lakanwal, an Afghan national who served with a CIA‑backed unit in Afghanistan and was granted asylum earlier this year, was wounded and remains hospitalized on a ventilator. Investigators executed a search warrant at his apartment in Bellingham, Washington, and are reviewing his digital footprint for motive and any foreign influence. West Virginia’s Army Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20, died of her injuries; Air Force Staff Sergeant Andrew Wolfe, 24, remains in critical condition. State and local officials, and the White House, reacted strongly; the Biden administration’s vetting of Afghan arrivals has been cited in debate over immigration policy. President Trump, staying at his Florida resort, blamed earlier administrations and announced immigration policy reviews, including a pause on certain asylum approvals and broader checks on green card holders from countries of concern.
– Winter storm and holiday travel: A fast-moving winter storm put parts of the Northern Plains and Midwest under alerts, with forecasts calling for several inches of snow, strong gusts and widespread travel disruption. TSA predicted some of the busiest travel days on record for the Thanksgiving weekend, with up to three million passengers screened on Sunday. The FAA ordered an urgent software update for thousands of Airbus A320 family jets after a potential data‑corruption vulnerability linked to solar radiation was identified; U.S. regulators urged operators to install updates promptly to avoid grounding flights.
– Ukraine strikes: Russia launched dozens of missiles and more than 500 drones in overnight attacks on Ukraine, leaving at least two dead and hundreds without power. The strikes hit Kyiv and other regions, damaging homes and infrastructure as negotiations over a proposed peace plan — which would cede territory to Russia — intensify among world leaders and envoys.
– Hong Kong high-rise fire: A massive blaze tore through a residential high-rise in Hong Kong, killing at least 128 people, with many more missing. Investigators found highly flammable renovation materials such as foam panels and bamboo scaffolding helped the fire spread. Arrests were made in connection with the renovations; China announced a nationwide high‑rise fire‑risk reduction plan.
– Pope’s visit to Turkey: Pope Leo (pontiff name) began an overseas trip to Turkey, visiting mosques and meeting leaders in a journey focused on peace and interfaith dialogue. It marked the first papal attendance at a Muslim place of worship since his election.
– Black Friday and Small Business Saturday: Adobe Analytics reported strong online Black Friday sales — billions in early figures — with shoppers using influencer-shared promo codes. Despite pressures such as tariffs and inflation, small businesses urged consumers to shop local for Small Business Saturday; small-business owners rely heavily on holiday-season revenue.
Featured reports and segments
– Delta Flight Museum archives: At the Delta Flight Museum in Atlanta, archivists showed century-old airline artifacts: pilot uniforms, vintage tickets, menus and oversized items preserved in the museum’s archives — the “storehouse” — not normally on public display. The collection documents Delta’s roots from crop dusting to a global carrier, including founder C.E. Woolman memorabilia and pilot gear dating back to World War I.
– Stadium recycling rivalry: Ohio State and Michigan are collaborating on a college football waste-reduction competition during the Michigan‑Ohio State rivalry. Both universities divert large shares of game-day waste to recycling and composting — Ohio State reported diverting 94% of waste at home games, Michigan about 79% — and use student volunteers and inmate sorting programs to reduce landfill waste and create compost products sold locally.
– Art exhibit by Misha Japanwala: In New York, artist Misha Japanwala’s exhibit uses silicone and plaster moldings of people’s bodies to celebrate and destigmatize scars, stretch marks and other markers. Japanwala, born in Karachi and trained in fashion, invites subjects to be molded — including those undergoing mastectomies — presenting bodies as “garments” and confronting shame around women’s health. Proceeds from new moldings will support a cancer hospital in Karachi.
– Sushi Meino in Tokyo — Mei Kogo: Fewer than 6% of sushi restaurants in Japan are owned by women, but 36‑year‑old Mei Kogo has gained acclaim for Sushi Meino, a six‑seat restaurant where demand now outstrips supply. Mei trained under demanding apprenticeships and has been praised by suppliers like the “tuna king” Yukitaka Yamaguchi. She pairs traditional sushi craft with a sommelier’s knowledge of wine; the tasting menu has become one of Tokyo’s most sought-after reservations.
– Amanda Seyfried interview: Amanda Seyfried discussed her film projects and life on a farm, and hinted at plans for another Mamma Mia! installment, suggesting a possible comeback to the franchise a decade after the previous film.
– Ripe in Studio 57: The band Ripe, formed at Berklee College of Music and now based in Los Angeles, performed in the Saturday Session. Their album “Play the Game” was out in September.
Human interest and culture
– Jack Curtis — college quarterback fights cancer: Carleton College quarterback Jack Curtis, a senior physics major, revealed a diagnosis of Hodgkin’s lymphoma this year. He started chemotherapy but prioritized playing to finish the season with his teammates, intermittently scheduling chemo around games. Curtis, who wrote farewell letters after an early diagnosis showed multiple tumors, returned to play despite broken bones and treatment side effects, showing resilience and earning praise for his determination.
– The Dish segment and food coverage: The Dish presented rising and notable culinary figures, including Mei Kogo in Tokyo, and other restaurant and food stories across the globe.
Weather and travel outlook
– The storm system forecast covered the Midwest, Great Lakes and parts of the Plains, with airports and road travel expected to be affected in areas of heavy snow and gusty winds. Drivers and flyers were urged to monitor airline notices and expect delays and added travel time.
International and defense
– Investigations into the D.C. shooting are ongoing, with federal and local authorities examining motive, Lakanwal’s background and any possible radicalization. The suspect entered the U.S. via an Afghan resettlement program and served in a CIA‑backed unit in Afghanistan; authorities said he suffered from PTSD. The case has renewed debate about vetting processes and immigration policy.
– More than 600,000 Ukrainians were without power after Russian strikes in a campaign including missiles and drones; attacks targeted Kyiv and other regions, hitting apartments and infrastructure.
Upcoming and continuing coverage
– Further reporting expected on the outcome of the D.C. shooting investigation and any new charges; updates on travel disruptions from the winter storm; follow-ups on the Hong Kong fire inquiry and arrests; and cultural and consumer reporting during the holiday shopping period.
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