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CDC
organizationThe CDC has given the green light for around 28 million children to receive the BioNtech-Pfizer coronavirus vaccine. President Joe Biden hopes to have the program up and running within days. 172 children in the targeted age group have died from the virus.
Aaron Rodgers
personQuarterback Aaron Rodgers tested positive for COVID-19 on Wednesday. Rodgers is not vaccinated against the virus. Unvaccinated players who test positive are required to isolate for 10 days and can only return to action if asymptomatic after those 10 days. Second-year quarterback Jordan Love is likely to start in place of Rodgers.
Atletico Madrid
organizationLiverpool beat Atletico Madrid 2-0 at Anfield in Champions League. Diogo Jota and Sadio Mane scored for the hosts. Felipe was sent off for Atletico for a cynical foul on Mane.
Azeem Rafiq
personYorkshire cricketer accused of calling Azeem Rafiq a 'P**i' is former England star Gary Ballance. Mr Ballance also accused of telling other people 'don't talk to him (Rafiq), he's a P**i, asking 'is that your uncle?' when bearded Asian men were in view and saying in reference to corner shops: 'Does your Dad own those?' The Zimbabwean-born former Harrow schoolboy has been approached by MailOnline about the allegation.
Cleo Smith
personCleo Smith was found in a locked house in Carnarvon, Western Australia. She was last seen in her family's tent at a campsite on October 16. Detectives used crowbars and battering rams to kick in the door and free Cleo about 12.46am Wednesday. A 36-year-old man has been taken into custody in relation to the disappearance. Neighbours described the man in custody as an 'oddball'
Jack Ciattarelli
personIn New Jersey, heavily favored Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy was neck-and-neck with GOP political newcomer Jack Ciattarelli. The results were ominous for Democrats far beyond those states. The party's eroding support does not bode well as it clings to narrow House and Senate majorities ahead of midterm elections.
Damon Galgut
personThe Promise by Damon Galgut won the 2021 Booker Prize for Fiction. It is the third time the South African writer has won the prize. The Promise follows the decline of one South African family over four decades.
Aaron Rodgers
personGreen Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers tested positive for COVID-19 and won't play in Sunday's game against the Kansas City Chiefs. Rodgers' vaccination status means he will be sidelined until at least Nov. 13. Second-year man Jordan Love is set to make his first NFL start.
Unai Emery
personUnai Emery will stay at Villarreal, according to Guillem Balague. Emery was first choice to replace Steve Bruce at St James' Park. Co-owner Amanda Staveley says it will take time to get to the top.
Henry Ruggs III
personNFL star Henry Ruggs III was driving 251km/h seconds before allegedly causing a fiery car crash that left a 23-year-old woman dead. The former Las Vegas Raiders receiver was cut by the football team on Wednesday and is facing felony driving under the influence (DUI) charges. The victim who perished in the fatal crash has been identified as Tina O Tintor, 23, a woman and her dog.
Ellie Smith
personCleo Smith, 4, was found alive and well in a locked house in Carnarvon, Western Australia. She had been missing from her parents' tent at Blowholes campsite, 74km away, on October 16. A 36-year-old man - who was not in the home when it was raided - has been arrested in connection with Cleo's abduction. Police were tipped off to the address after neighbours spotted the suspect buying nappies.
Cristiano Ronaldo
personManchester United drew 2-2 with Atalanta in the Champions League on Tuesday. Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice to secure a point for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side. The 36-year-old has now scored five goals in four games for United in this Champions League campaign. United remain in control of Group F and well set to qualify for the knockout stage.
Jorge Soler
personAtlanta slugger Jorge Soler named Most Valuable Player of the World Series. Soler's three-run home run in Game Six helped fuel the Braves' 7-0 win. He became the third player to win the award after starting the season with another team.
Winsome Sears
personWinsome Sears is projected to become the first woman and woman of color to be elected Virginia’s lieutenant governor. Sears is expected to defeat Democratic opponent, State Del. Hala Ayala, in the race. Glenn Youngkin became the first Republican candidate to win statewide since 2009.
Eric Adams
personEric Adams, 61, is a former captain in the New York Police Department and Brooklyn borough president. The victory marks just the second time in history that New Yorkers have elected a Black mayor. The 61-year-old Adams takes over in January from Democrat Bill de Blasio.
Michelle Wu
personMichelle Wu led fellow city councilor Annissa Essaibi George 60.8% to 38.8%. The AP called the election for Wu at around 11 p.m., after polls closed at 8.30pm. Wu campaigned on liberal policies such as policing reforms and rent control.
Phil Murphy
personRepublican Glenn Youngkin beats Democrat Terry McAuliffe in Virginia governor's race. In New Jersey, heavily favored Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy was neck-and-neck with GOP political newcomer Jack Ciattarelli. Results were ominous for Democrats far beyond those states.
Karine Elharrar
personKarine Elharrar, who has muscular dystrophy, was left waiting for two hours. She was eventually offered a shuttle transport to the summit area, but the shuttle was not wheelchair-accessible. UK foreign office minister said he was 'deeply disappointed and frustrated'
Antonio Conte
personTottenham confirm Antonio Conte as their new manager on £13m, 18-month deal - with the option of another year. Italian expected to take training on Tuesday as he replaces Nuno Espirito Santo. Tottenham director of football Fabio Paratici has been sacked by the club.
Michel Platini
personFormer FIFA officials could be jailed for several years if found guilty. Case was opened in September 2015 and ousted Blatter ahead of schedule. It also ended then-UEFA president Platini’s campaign to succeed his former mentor.