President Biden and first lady Jill Biden traveled to Lewiston, Maine, Friday to mourn the 18 people killed in last week’s mass shootings. It marks the president’s fourth visit in the last 18 months to a community upended by a mass shooting. Ed O’Keefe has more. Source
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How a Texas teacher helped her students use their imaginations to take flight
After Sonja White’s first grade students told her their one wish was to fly on a plane, she went full throttle on the pretend. Steve Hartman has the story in “On the Road.” Source
Killing of Palestinian farmer adds to growing concerns over settler violence in West Bank
Since the brutal attack by Hamas militants on Oct. 7, violence against Palestinians living in the Israeli-occupied West Bank has escalated, with over 121 people killed, according to the United Nations. Debora Patta reports. Source
Concern grows over settler attacks on West Bank Palestinians
Since the attack against Israel by Hamas militants on Oct. 7, violence against Palestinians living in the Israeli-occupied West Bank has escalated, with at least 121 people killed. Source
“CBS Evening News” headlines for Friday, November 3, 2023
Here’s a look at the top stories making headlines on the “CBS Evening News” with Margaret Brennan. Source
Why was daylight saving time started? Here’s what you need to know.
Longer and lighter days were supposed to save energy, reduce traffic accidents and help people become more active. Governments thought daylight saving time would save money. Source
Pentagon pauses support for congressional travel to Israel
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin issued a memo that pauses Defense Department support for congressional travel to Israel at this time and restricts visits by defense and military leaders. Source
Why you shouldn’t fear spiders known for parachuting through the air
Joro spiders were first found in the U.S. in 2014. Since then, the invasive species that’s native to east Asia has been spotted in several states. Source
FDA proposes banning ingredient found in some citrus-flavored sodas
Brominated vegetable oil — used to keep citrusy flavors from separating — is found to be unsafe after animal studies, regulator says. Source
Get Thanksgiving dinner delivered: The best turkeys and sides you can order online
There’s no need to cook Thanksgiving dinner when there’s Williams Sonoma, Harry & David and Omaha Steaks. Source