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Chase Sets Bengals First-Half Yardage Mark Since 1988
Ja'Marr Chase
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Ja’Marr Chase dominated the Bengals’ game against the Falcons in Madrid, recording eight catches for 142 yards and a touchdown in the first half as Cincinnati took a 21-10 lead. His yardage was the most by a Bengals receiver in a first half since 1988, powered by a series of explosive and acrobatic catches.
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Marcus Bell
Chase is putting on a show with those acrobatic grabs and breaking old records in the process.
Democrat James Talarico wins Texas Senate seat for first time since 1988
Daily Caller News Foundation
— Nov 4, 2026
Democratic Texas state Rep. James Talarico became the first Democrat to win a Texas Senate seat since 1988 during Tuesday's election.
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Democrats take control of Congress
Donald John Trump
— Nov 4, 2026
Democrats took both chambers of Congress on Nov. 3, 2026; James Talarico became the first Democrat to win a Texas Senate seat since 1988.
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Marcus Bell
Voters clearly wanted this shift on November 3, now let's see what they deliver.
Dončić Scores 53 as Lakers Beat Trail Blazers
Luka Dončić
— Nov 5, 2026
Luka Dončić scored 40 points to lead the Lakers past the Kings 116-103, reaching 308 points through his first eight games—the first player to top 300 in that span since Michael Jordan in 1988-89. Only Wilt Chamberlain has recorded more points through eight games.
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Russian Pranksters Dupe OpenAI Officials Into Video Chat About ‘Offensive’ AI For Ukraine
Dylan Kresak · 5 min · 13h
Mexican Leftist Leader Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas Dies at 92
Politics
— Oct 29, 2026
Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas, PRD founder and three-time Mexican presidential candidate, died Oct. 28, 2026, at 92; Sheinbaum said the 1988 election day he “should have been recognized as president.”
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
— Ranking
From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Saxon drummer Nigel Durham dies at 61 months after denying death report
Steve Dawson
— Oct 24, 2026
Former Saxon drummer Nigel Durham has died at 61, the band announced, offering condolences to his family; no cause of death has been disclosed. Durham played on Saxon’s 1988 album Destiny and later performed with Oliver/Dawson Saxon and Morpheus Rising.
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Stevie Wonder Sues Carmen Efferson Over LA Home
Stevie Wonder
— Oct 22, 2026
Stevie Wonder has sued to evict Carmen Efferson, who he says has lived rent-free in his Los Angeles home since 1988 under a verbal agreement. His lawyers say she refused access for insurance inspections and stayed after her permission was terminated; the dispute has also involved heated exchanges over an attorney’s alleged racial insensitivity.
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Dodgers’ 1988 Championship Architect Fred Claire Dies at 91
Los Angeles Dodgers
— Oct 6, 2026
Fred Claire, architect of the Dodgers' 1988 World Series title, died Monday on his 91st birthday. Ross Porter: "I lost a close friend today. The world lost a good man."
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“How you behave toward cats here below determines your status in Heaven.” — Robert A. Heinlein, Author, 1907–1988
Robert A. Heinlein
— Sep 30, 2026
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Pope Leo condemns machismo and violence against women in Peru
Pope Leo XIV condemned machismo and violence against women during his visit to Lima, calling for equal rights and women’s full participation in society and the Church. He also urged Peru’s bishops to support victims of clergy abuse with tru
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Commentary: Biden Steals McCain’s Quote About Following bin Laden To Gates of Hell
Reporting
— Apr 16, 2021
For everyone who vaguely remembers the 1988 presidential election but not enough to recall why a candidate as poxed and unelectable as then-Massachusetts Gov. Michael Dukakis got the Democratic Party’s nomination, you…
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Police Considering Homicide Charges 34 Years After Initial Injuries: 'He Suffered Bad'
Reporting
— Feb 16, 2022
A 34-year-old Indianapolis man passed away in February after being severely injured in 1988. While his death is being considered a homicide, it’s unclear whether the suspect will face any further repercussions. Life…
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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
Yourlist
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The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
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‘Serious Problem For Blacks’: Kamala Harris’ Dad Once Warned Against Mass Immigration
Kamala Harris
— Oct 26, 2024
Vice President Kamala Harris’ father, Donald Harris, once co-authored a treatise in which he argued mass immigration was dangerous for the United States, particularly for black Americans. The 1988 book titled “Black…
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Biden Mocked As He Breaks ‘Funny Hats Rule’ That Obama Called ‘Politics 101’
Reporting
— Jan 26, 2024
I’m old enough to remember the image of Massachusetts Gov. Michael Dukakis, then the Democratic presidential nominee in 1988, wearing a helmet while taking a ride in an M1A1 Abrams Main Battle Tank. It was an image that…
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Judge OKs New Execution Method for Alabama Inmate, Says He’s ‘Not Guaranteed a Painless Death’
Reporting
— Jan 12, 2024
A federal judge has given the green light to the execution of a convicted contract killer who would be the first person killed by nitrogen hypoxia. Kenneth Eugene Smith, 58, was convicted in a 1988 murder in which he…
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Navy Scrambles To Ramp Up Tomahawk Production After Iran War Burns Through Arsenal
Francis Kapper · 4 min · 13h
Crowds Recreate Depeche Mode Photo on Prague Bridge
Anton Corbijn
— Oct 2, 2026
Tourists are lining up at Prague’s Charles Bridge to recreate a 1988 photograph of Depeche Mode members Dave Gahan and Martin Gore beside the Pietà sculpture. The long-running fan pilgrimage has surged after crowd photos from the band’s 2024 Prague concerts spread on social media.
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Pick a food for every letter and the AI reveals your future
Quizie
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A to (almost) Z, one delicious decision at a time. At the end, the AI reads your feast like tea leaves and tells your fortune.
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‘It’s Just Amazing’: Tiny Vermont Town Becomes a Global Destination for ‘Beetlejuice’ Fans
Beetlejuice
— Oct 31, 2025
For nearly four decades, the small town of East Corinth, Vermont — population around 1,500 — has drawn fans of Tim Burton’s Beetlejuice eager to see where the beloved 1988 horror-comedy came to life. “It was like one of…
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Notre Dame Plans Holtz Helmet Decal for 2026
Lou Holtz
— Sep 3, 2026
Notre Dame will honor Lou Holtz this season with a helmet decal featuring the name “LOU” and hand signals, commemorating his 1988 national championship and 100-win tenure. The team will debut the tribute in the season opener against Wisconsin at Lambeau Field on Sept. 6, with additional commemorations planned around the 2026 season.
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Marcus Bell
Honestly overdue. The guy built the program back up in the late 80s and doesn't get talked about enough with today's fans.
Notre Dame Opens 2026 Title Bid Against Wisconsin
Lou Holtz
— Sep 3, 2026
Notre Dame opens the 2026 season against Wisconsin at Lambeau Field with high expectations, a Heisman-hopeful quarterback, and tributes to Lou Holtz, while navigating last year’s CFP snub. Across sports outlets, the Irish are framed as a strong national championship contender with a storied past driving an urgent pursuit of a title not won since 1988.
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George Michael: Faith Tour Film Plans 2026 Release
George Michael
— Jul 23, 2026
Universal Pictures Content Group and Bleecker Street's Crosswalk have acquired international and North American rights to George Michael: The Faith Tour, a late-2026 theatrical release featuring unseen 1988 Paris footage, with IMAX previews planned in the US and an opening Mary McCartney short. Directed by Andy Morahan and David Austin, the archival 14-camera 35mm material is paired with an accompanying 18-track live album from George Michael's catalog, produced with Mercury Studios.
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Kansas Republicans Suffer Another Gubernatorial Defeat Despite Trump's Endorsement
Democrat Cindy Holscher has won the Kansas governor's race, defeating Republican state Senate President Ty Masterson in a contest that keeps the state's top office under Democratic control for another four years. The Associated Press projected Holscher as the winner in the race to replace Gov. Laura Kelly, who was term-limited, according to Fox News . Her victory gives Democrats their third straig
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9/11 Mastermind to Face Military Trial in 2028
Muammar Gaddafi
— Aug 24, 2026
A U.S. federal judge postponed Abu Agila Mas’ud Kheir Al-Marimi’s trial for the 1988 Pan Am Flight 103 bombing after prosecutors disclosed new evidence the defense seeks to examine, scheduling a Sept. 1 hearing to discuss the case’s status. The bombing, which killed 270 people and involved Libyan leadership alleged to have directed the attack, marks the first U.S. trial in connection with the Lockerbie disaster and underscores the ongoing complexity and significance of the nearly 40-year-old investigation.
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Alan Jackson's Livin' on Love Remains Generational Hit
George Michael
— Aug 28, 2026
A collection of 1980s–1990s hits remains culturally potent: Alan Jackson’s Livin’ on Love endures as a 1994 No. 1 country classic about lifelong partnership; Eddie Money’s Take Me Home Tonight, featuring Ronnie Spector, revived 60s nostalgia and reached the top five; The Escape Club’s Wild, Wild West dominated the US charts yet never charted in the UK; Phil Collins’ Against All Odds finds new life in GTA VI’s soundtrack; George Michael’s Monkey topped the US charts in 1988 from the Faith era, noted for its candid look at addiction. Together, these stories illustrate how older pop and rock songs continue to reappear in media and reach new audiences decades after their initial release.
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Former Reagan Ed Sec Registers As Foreign Agent To Help Islamic Nation
Qatari
— Jul 23, 2025
A former U.S. education secretary has registered as a foreign agent to help support Qatar’s education efforts. William Bennett, who served under the Reagan administration from 1985-1988, has registered with the…
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Former Reagan Ed Sec Registers As Foreign Agent To Help Islamic Nation
Qatari
— Jul 23, 2025
A former U.S. education secretary has registered as a foreign agent to help support Qatar’s education efforts. William Bennett, who served under the Reagan administration from 1985-1988, has registered with the…
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