Vice President Harris conceded the presidential race to Donald Trump, pledging a smooth transition and vowing to continue her political fight. Abortion measures were on the ballot in 10 states, with seven passing amendments to protect reproductive rights, while others rejected similar proposals. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz fired Finance Minister Christian Lindner, citing broken trust, destabilizing Germany’s coalition government. Hurricane Rafael hit Cuba as a Category 3 storm, weakening as it moved through the country and is expected to reach the Gulf of Mexico with uncertain intensity. Lastly, British doctor Thomas Kwan received a 31-year prison sentence for poisoning his mother’s boyfriend under the guise of a COVID-19 vaccine.
Harris concedes election (CNN)
7 states pass constitutional amendments on abortion (NBC)
Ruling German coalition collapses (EuroNews)
Hurricane Rafael updates (CNN)
British doctor sentenced to 31 years in prison (CBS)
