Millions of Americans are heading for a “bleak winter” without additional financial relief from U.S., economists say. Source
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U.S. troops in Iraq and Syria celebrate Thanksgiving under the shadow of COVID-19
For many U.S. service members deployed in the Middle East, there’ll be no festive Thanksgiving lunch on Thursday. Instead, they’re practicing strict social distancing, and stuck with take-out meals. Holly Williams reports. Source
A look at social media’s role in creating different realities
Errol Barnett takes a look at the increasing political divide in the United States, particularly on social media. There are serious concerns that Americans live in their own information echo chambers. Source
Officials plea for safety as Thanksgiving traditions are altered and COVID-19 cases mount
More than 2,200 new COVID-19 deaths were reported across the country Wednesday, the deadliest day of the pandemic in more than six months. Officials are worried Thanksgiving gatherings could cause that number to spike by Christmas. Adriana Diaz reports. Source
Known for his “bewitching style of play,” Diego Maradona captivated soccer fans around the world
Soccer great Diego Maradona, a master of attack on the field and famous for his unpredictable moves, has died at the age of 60. His stellar career spanned two decades, but he also faced personal struggles, including a cocaine addiction. Mark Phillips reports. Source
Even war and COVID fail to dampen U.S. troops’ Thanksgiving spirit
More than 100 service members have COVID-19 at a single base in Iraq, but the doctor in charge says the invisible enemy has united the troops in a way he’s never seen. Source
Biden calls for unity as Trump contests election results, pardons former official Michael Flynn
In a long-anticipated move, President Trump pardoned his former adviser Michael Flynn, who had been convicted of lying about his conversations with Russian officials. The pardon came after the president continued to publicly contest the election results and President-elect Joe Biden called for unity. Ben Tracy reports. Source
Despite coronavirus warnings, nearly 48 million people expected to drive for Thanksgiving weekend
Thanksgiving is usually the biggest travel weekend of the year, but the coronavirus has shaken up plans. CBS News transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave takes a look at how the pandemic has affected travel plans and what you should expect if you’re hitting the road today. Source
Thousands of mink culled over COVID fears rise from mass grave
Police in Denmark say thousands of the dead animals were pushed back up through the soil by pressure caused by gasses from decomposition. Source
Fire threat could mean Thanksgiving power cut for thousands in SoCal
Southern California Edison considering blackouts for more than 88,000 customers to avoid sparking a blaze as Santa Ana winds expected to pick up. Source