WASHINGTON New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani didn’t back down in an interview that aired Sunday from past criticism that President Donald Trump acted like a despot and a fascist after a surprisingly friendly White House meeting between the two men. The newly elected democratic socialist and the Republican president have fiercely criticized each other in the past. Trump called Mamdani a “100% Communist Lunatic” in a social media post following the incoming mayor’s election victory, and Mamdani has said Trump was attacking democracy. Yet the two political foils emerged smiling after the meeting Friday and spoke of shared goals. Pressed about his past criticism during a “Meet the Press” interview conducted Saturday, Mamdani said his views remained unchanged. “Everything that I’ve said in the past, I continue to believe,” Mamdani said. “And that’s the thing that I think is important in our politics, is that we don’t shy away from where we have disagreements, but we understand what it is that brings us to that table, because I’m not coming into the Oval Office to make a point or make a stand. I’m coming in there to deliver for New Yorkers.” Trump had brushed aside Mamdani’s criticisms Friday and even jumped in on his defense several times. When a reporter asked if Mamdani stood by his comments that Trump is a fascist, Trump interjected before Mamdani could fully answer the question. “That’s OK. You can just say yes. OK?” Trump said. “It’s easier. It’s easier than explaining it. I don’t mind.” Asked about the fascist criticism on “Meet the Press,” Mamdani said, “That’s something that I’ve said in the past. I say it today. ” Kevin Hassett, director of the National Economic Council, said on CNN’s “State of the Union” talk show that Trump wants to work with everybody who cares about the future of the American people. “We’re at times disagreeing about policies,” Hassett said, “but I think that the objective of making life better for everybody is something that a lot of people share on the Democratic and Republican side.” Though far apart politically, the White House meeting offered potential political benefits for both men. The incoming mayor was able to meet one-on-one with the president, and Trump got to to talk about affordability, an issue that is increasingly important to voters.
https://www.chicagotribune.com/2025/11/23/mamdani-trump-criticism/
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Music Tonight: Wednesday, Nov. 19
Tunisian singer-songwriter Nour Harkati is a master of the Guembri, an ancient three-stringed West African instrument similar to a lute and a banjo. Now living in New York City, the surprisingly young man has put together a fantastic band to showcase his unique sound, which mixes organic bass tones of his instrument with the frenetic pulse of a modern rhythm section. It’s good stuff. You can hear for yourself at the Miniplex tonight at 7: 30 p. m. for $20. Support comes from DJ Rhi Marie. Related.
https://www.northcoastjournal.com/music/music-tonight-wednesday-nov-19/
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 received 12 nominations in The Game Awards 2025
The nominees for every category of The Game Awards 2025 have been announced, and with them came a snapshot of the industry’s favorites when it came to all gaming in 2025. We saw quite a few lovely titles nominated. However, it was Sandfall Interactive and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 that picked up the most nominations this year, grabbing 12 across all categories and heavily beating out all other games in sheer volume. The Game Awards 2025 nominations were revealed by Geoff Keighley and the Game Awards team this week, with the team showing off a video that revealed all potential awards winners this year. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 received the following nominations: Game of the Year Best Art Direction Best Audio Design Best Debut Indie Game Best Game Direction Best Indie Game Best Narrative Best Performance (for which three Clair Obscur characters were nominated) Ben Starr as Verso Charlie Cox as Gustave Jennifer English as Maelle Best Role-Playing Game Best Score and Music (Lorien Testard) Comparatively, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach and Ghost of Yotei were the closest running competitors to Clair Obscur with seven nominations. Surprisingly, Hades 2 picked up six nominations and Hollow Knight: Silksong picked up five nominations. Other much beloved games also failed to do better this year. You can see a breakdown of some of those titles below: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33: 12 nominations Death Stranding 2/Ghost of Yotei: 7 nominations Hades 2: 6 nominations Hollow Knight: Silksong: 5 nominations Silent Hill f/Battlefield 6: 3 nominations Donkey Kong Bananza/Mario Kart World/Doom: The Dark Ages: 2 nominations ARC Raiders/The Outer Worlds 2/ Dispatch/Elden Ring Nightreign: 1 nominations.
https://www.shacknews.com/article/146855/clair-obscur-expedition-33-the-game-awards-2025
Steelers’ Kyle Dugger trade keeps paying off with pick-6 of Joe Flacco
On Sunday afternoon, the Pittsburgh Steelers took the field at home for a crucial divisional matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Bengals had surprisingly defeated the Steelers a few weeks prior, adding extra motivation for Pittsburgh in this rematch.
Coming into the game, the Steelers were still reeling from an ugly road loss against the Los Angeles Chargers the previous week, which dropped their season record to 5-4. However, Sunday’s contest showcased some positive developments, especially on the defensive side.
One of the standout moments came from defensive back Kyle Dugger, who intercepted Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco and returned it for a touchdown. Dugger was traded to the Steelers just three weeks ago in exchange for draft compensation, and his impact on the team has been noticeable. The pick-six occurred at a critical point late in the third quarter, with the Bengals trailing by just four points and threatening in Steelers territory. Dugger’s big play helped shift the momentum firmly in Pittsburgh’s favor.
Overall, the Steelers’ defense has overcome a slow start to the year and has turned into a somewhat formidable unit in recent weeks. This resurgence was evident in a recent comfortable home win against the Indianapolis Colts, where the Steelers forced several key turnovers against a red-hot Colts offense.
Unfortunately, the Steelers’ offense has struggled to keep pace. In particular, Aaron Rodgers had his worst game of the season during the loss to the Chargers, failing to generate much offense.
Looking ahead, the Steelers face a tough road test against the Chicago Bears next Sunday. The game is scheduled to kick off at 1:00 pm ET from Soldier Field in Chicago. Fans will be eager to see if Pittsburgh’s defense can continue its strong play and if the offense can find its rhythm to secure another win on the road.
https://clutchpoints.com/nfl/pittsburgh-steelers/steelers-news-kyle-dugger-trade-keeps-paying-off-pick-6-joe-flacco
2026 Macroeconomic Outlook: Treading A Finer Line
By William Davies, Global Chief Investment Officer
As we look ahead to 2026, the global economy is walking an ever-finer line. Growth has proven surprisingly durable, inflation has moderated (albeit unevenly), and markets have continued to climb.
But beneath the surface, imbalances persist.
https://seekingalpha.com/article/4842553-2026-macroeconomic-outlook-treading-a-finer-line?source=feed_all_articles
Peak explores The Roots update today
**Peak’s Latest Free Update: The Roots Brings a Thrilling New Biome and Exciting Challenges**
Indie studios Aggro Crab and Landfall have seen surprising success with their game, Peak. As more groups of friends dive in to tackle its harrowing climbs, the developers have released the game’s latest free update, **The Roots**.
This update introduces a brand-new biome inspired by the dense forests of the Pacific Northwest. While Peak’s core gameplay still revolves around climbing, players now find themselves scaling towering trees within this lush, sprawling forest. Climbing these trees presents a unique challenge regardless of party size.
Adding to the tension are giant insects roaming the forest, including massive spiders that can cocoon players in webs and drop them from great heights, leading to potentially perilous falls. Players will need to stay alert and work together to survive these new threats.
The update also adds native mushrooms scattered throughout The Roots biome. Players can choose to consume these mushrooms, but beware—doing so carries risks, including the possibility of turning into a zombie-like state.
In addition to the new biome and creatures, **The Roots** update brings tweaks to Peak’s cooking system. It’s now possible to place non-food items over the fire and observe mysterious effects. The developers haven’t revealed what these effects are, encouraging players to experiment and discover secrets on their own.
Moreover, players can now cook berries to remove their poison, making them safe to eat. However, this cooking method does not work on mushrooms—so handle those fungi with caution while exploring the forest.
For the complete list of changes and updates, be sure to check out the full patch notes available on Steam.
Get ready to climb, survive, and discover all-new dangers in Peak’s thrilling Roots update!
https://www.shacknews.com/article/146689/peak-the-roots-update-release-date
How to get Drampa in Pokemon Legends Z-A
**How to Get Drampa in Pokémon Legends Z-A**
Drampa in *Pokémon Legends Z-A* isn’t the easiest Pokémon to track down, but it’s well worth the effort if you’re building out your Dragon-type lineup. This Normal/Dragon-type Pokémon only appears under specific conditions in Wild Zone 19. If you don’t meet these requirements, you’ll keep encountering other spawns instead. Here’s a guide on how to catch Drampa in *Pokémon Legends Z-A*.
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### Unlocking Drampa’s Location
To access Drampa’s location, you first need to complete **Main Mission 30: Reaching Rank B**. Once done, Wild Zone 19 will open up. This area is located not too far from the Jaune Pokémon Center and is the only spot where Drampa spawns.
Drampa specifically appears **underneath the gazebo** in the middle of Wild Zone 19.
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### Best Tips for Catching Drampa
Drampa’s catch rate is surprisingly decent. Here’s the best approach to catching it:
– Start by throwing a **Quick Ball** as soon as the encounter begins.
– If the Quick Ball fails, switch to an **Ultra Ball**.
– You shouldn’t have to waste too many attempts before successfully capturing Drampa.
Being a rare spawn, time of day plays a huge role. Drampa **only appears during the day**, so if you visit at night and see Pokémon like Clefairy instead, you will need to adjust the in-game time.
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### How to Trigger Drampa’s Spawn
Follow these steps to maximize your chances of encountering Drampa:
1. Head to the **Jaune Pokémon Center** and check the sky.
2. If it’s night, interact with the bench outside the Center to switch to morning.
3. Once it’s daytime, fly or walk over to **Wild Zone 19** (close enough to reach even if you haven’t unlocked flight yet).
4. Check the weather — Drampa appears under several weather conditions but has the best chance of spawning during **clear skies**.
5. Drampa can sometimes be seen during cloudy or rainbow weather, but it will **not spawn during rain**. If it’s raining, either wait it out or cycle the day using the bench to change the time.
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### What to Do If Drampa Doesn’t Appear
If you visit the gazebo and see a **Furfrou** or any other Pokémon instead of Drampa, the spawn cycle needs to be reset.
To reset the spawn:
1. Leave Wild Zone 19.
2. Return to the Jaune Pokémon Center.
3. Sit on the bench **twice** — this changes the time and refreshes the spawn pool.
4. Head back into Wild Zone 19 and check again.
Usually, it takes only a few resets before Drampa finally appears.
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### Additional Resources
– [How to Get Snorunt and Glalie in Pokémon Legends Z-A](#)
– [How to Defeat Rogue Mega Tyranitar in Pokémon Legends Z-A](#)
– [Pokémon Legends Z-A Walkthrough: How to Complete Chase That Mysterious Pokémon!](#)
– [How to Reach Rank V in Pokémon Legends Z-A](#)
– [All Pokémon Legends Z-A New Mega Evolutions: Stats, Type, and Abilities](#)
– [Complete Pokémon Legends Z-A Pokédex](#)
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With these tips, you should be able to add Drampa to your team without too much hassle. Happy hunting!
https://www.sportskeeda.com/pokemon/how-get-drampa-pokemon-legends-z-a