Powerball prize tops $400 million
The jackpot is on the upswing again, growing to an estimated $403 million. The next drawing is scheduled Saturday night, and the jackpot could grow in the meantime.
Envoys discuss U.S. detainees
North Korea says it discussed the issue of American and Canadian detainees with the Swedish ambassador in the country. The North is currently holding at least two Americans — including Ohio native Otto Warmbier — and one Canadian for alleged espionage, subversion and other anti-state activities.
Bad day for turkeys in Germany
Authorities in northern Germany kill 16,000 turkeys and order 92,000 chickens slaughtered after detecting an outbreak of bird flu.
Obamas celebrate Thanksgiving
The president and his family spend the holiday with friends, family, turkey and touchdowns, as he put it, and reflect “on what truly binds us as Americans.” In his radio address, he says the holiday “reminds us that no matter our differences, we are still one people.” The White House says Obama made nine calls to service members who are on deployment.