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Three Omaha Fatal Shootings Bring Long Sentences
World
— Oct 21, 2026
Three Omaha men received lengthy prison sentences in separate fatal shootings: Keanu Louis was sentenced to life for killing Daetiauna Kellogg in 2022, while Damaree Amos received 27 to 38 years for a fatal shooting at Native Omaha Days and Kashmiere Burse received 35 to 50 years for a 2025 Benson killing. The cases also involved other convicted defendants who received separate sentences.
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Lions-Dolphins Injury and Tight End Matchup Concerns
Jack Campbell
— Nov 4, 2026
The Lions’ preparations for Sunday’s game against the Dolphins are clouded by injuries: D.J. Reed, D.J. Wonnum and Cade Mays were absent from the media-observed portion of Thursday’s practice, while Jack Campbell remains sidelined as he recovers from a neck injury. Brian Branch returned to practice and was a full participant Thursday after being limited Wednesday; Detroit is also monitoring other players, including Amon-Ra St. Brown and Kerby Joseph.
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Five NFL Matchups Set Across Week
Justin Jefferson
— Oct 27, 2026
Week 8 projections highlight Panthers-Packers as the slate’s fastest-paced matchup, with heavy workloads forecast for Carolina’s Chuba Hubbard and strong passing opportunities on both sides. Other notable trends include a favorable passing setup for Indianapolis against Jacksonville, high target expectations for Atlanta’s Drake London and Kyle Pitts, and improved receiving efficiency from stars including Justin Jefferson, Amon-Ra St. Brown and Seattle’s Jaxon Smith-Njigba.
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Multiple Carolinas Cities Rank Among Nation’s Best
Travel
— Oct 20, 2026
Charleston ranked No. 1 among the nation’s best small cities for the fifth straight year and No. 10 among the best college towns, while Greenville placed fourth on the small-cities list. North Carolina communities also featured prominently in U.S. News’ desirability rankings, with Apex at No. 10 nationally and Wilmington at No. 24.
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Russian Pranksters Dupe OpenAI Officials Into Video Chat About ‘Offensive’ AI For Ukraine
Dylan Kresak · 5 min · 4h
Americans Now Being Strangled By Highest Amount Of Credit Card Debt In History
Daily Caller News Foundation
— 1d
American consumers are accumulating a record amount of credit card debt, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s household debt report released Tuesday.
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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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Expert Services ranks itself first among seven Northern Utah water-heater firms
Business
— 3d
Expert Services says it ranked first among seven licensed Northern Utah water-heater repair companies, citing response speed, service history, and its plumbing, HVAC, and electrical credentials. The company says those combined trades help address regional problems such as hard-water scale and gas-venting issues in tank and tankless systems.
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WalletHub Ranks Wyoming Second Among States for Charitable Giving
Lifestyle
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A WalletHub study ranking states on 17 measures of charitable activity found Wyoming and Minnesota among the most charitable, at No. 2 and No. 3, respectively; Virginia and Pennsylvania also ranked in the top 10. Arizona, by contrast, was the eighth-least charitable state.
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Dana Whitfield
Arizona ranking low is surprising since the state has plenty of retirees who could support local causes more.
Faith Leaders and Muslim Candidates Gain in Midterms
James Talarico
— Nov 4, 2026
The Democratic midterm victories reflected shifts among religious voters, including a swing toward Democrats among Catholics and a smaller share of the electorate identifying as white evangelicals, while Jewish voters moved more toward Republicans. Progressive Christian candidates and Muslim candidates also won prominent races, giving Democrats examples of faith-based campaigning and expanding religious representation, though it remains unclear whether the Christian candidates’ wins signal a broader movement.
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Baker, Bochy, Maddon among eight on Hall of Fame ballot
Bruce Bochy
— Nov 2, 2026
Dusty Baker, Bruce Bochy, Joe Maddon and Lou Piniella are among eight candidates on the Baseball Hall of Fame’s contemporary-era ballot for managers, executives and umpires. A 16-member committee will vote Dec. 6, with candidates needing 75% support for election.
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Marcus Bell
Joe Maddon changed how teams manage bullpens but Lou Piniella still looks like the best choice here.
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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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Lab Study Finds Marine Compound Kills Amoeba
Health
— Oct 26, 2026
UC San Diego researchers say rutamycin B, a compound isolated from marine bacteria, killed multiple strains of the brain-eating amoeba Naegleria fowleri in laboratory tests and reached full potency faster than the current standard treatment. The early findings may point to a faster, less toxic approach to the nearly always fatal infection, but further research is needed to establish safety and effectiveness in people.
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Middle Tennessee leads teams at Alabama Crimson Classic
Sports
— Oct 15, 2026
At the Crimson Classic in Tuscaloosa, Middle Tennessee placed fourth in the men’s race and fifth in the women’s, while Central Arkansas finished 10th and 13th, respectively. Samford placed 13th among men’s teams and 11th among women’s teams.
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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
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Iowa sets eight personal bests at Bradley Pink Classic
Sports
— Oct 15, 2026
At the Bradley Pink Classic in Peoria, Iowa finished sixth in the men’s race and eighth in the women’s, with eight personal bests, while Lindenwood placed 13th among men’s teams and 10th among women’s. SIUE and UIC were also scheduled to compete at the meet ahead of the Ohio Valley Conference Championships.
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Manchester United Dismiss Carrick, Pursue Pochettino
Michael Carrick
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Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as a leading betting-market candidate to replace embattled Manchester United manager Michael Carrick after United’s 4-4 draw with Aston Villa left them in the relegation zone. Eddie Howe and Julian Nagelsmann are also in contention, with reports indicating differences among club officials over their preferred successor; Pochettino’s current USMNT role could complicate a move.
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US May Lose Measles-Free Status Amid Surge
Health
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The United States could lose its measles-elimination status as Pan American Health Organization experts review whether outbreaks reflect continuous transmission; the country has reported 5,182 cases in 2026, with outbreaks concentrated largely among unvaccinated people. Public-health experts attribute the resurgence to declining vaccination rates and say the status decision will depend on whether transmission has persisted for more than 12 months.
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Navy Scrambles To Ramp Up Tomahawk Production After Iran War Burns Through Arsenal
Francis Kapper · 4 min · 4h
Saudi Arabia urges EU to designate Houthis terrorists
Politics
— 10h
Saudi Arabia is urging the European Union to designate Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis as a terrorist organization amid renewed attacks on the kingdom. The EU has so far resisted, citing concerns that designation could shut down communication channels and hinder peace efforts; the move would require unanimous approval, and support among member states remains limited.
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Chris Dalton
Saudi Arabia bears much blame for starting this war, and slapping a terrorist label on one side won't fix the underlying regional power struggle.
Pick a food for every letter and the AI reveals your future
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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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Marching Bands Win, Chase State Titles
Sports
— 3d
High school marching bands across several states are celebrating championship wins or competing for state titles: Colorado’s Legacy High won its record-setting 12th CBA 5A title, while Clarke County won Virginia’s Group 1 championship and Benton heads to Louisiana’s state contest after a major regional victory. In Texas, Pine Tree and San Antonio’s Reagan are among bands competing at the UIL state championships in San Antonio.
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Lions, Bears Reportedly Eye Cornerback Help
Sports
— 5d
The Chicago Bears and Detroit Lions are both exploring cornerback upgrades before the NFL trade deadline, potentially competing for the same players, with Denver’s depth among the possible sources. Detroit also faces needs at linebacker and along the defensive line, intensified by injuries and concerns about its pass defense.
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Ozarks homestead, go-kart park among four family attractions
Lifestyle
— 2d
Four U.S. destinations offer distinct outings: Shepherd of the Hills in Missouri combines Ozark history and literary heritage, while Arizona’s Pecan Lake Entertainment and Virginia Beach’s Atlantic Fun Park focus on family attractions. Pennsylvania’s Keystone State Park pairs lake and fall scenery with local ghost stories.
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Illinois Goat Linked to Outbreak; California Farm Reopens
Health
— 2d
Health officials linked an E. coli outbreak at Bengtson’s Pumpkin Farm in Illinois to a baby goat in its petting zoo, with seven confirmed infections and 159 probable cases among survey respondents. Separately, a California farm reopened after an E. coli investigation; five infections were confirmed and 10 more people reported matching symptoms, including a child hospitalized in critical condition.
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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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Alabama Survey Finds 80% Support Screen-Free Periods
Politics
— 2d
An Alabama survey found broad agreement among parents, teachers and school leaders that classroom technology has value but students need more printed materials and regular screen-free breaks. The commission is weighing recommendations on developmentally appropriate screen use, though respondents differed on daily limits and the preliminary survey measures perceptions rather than learning outcomes.
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Alabama, Notre Dame Quarterbacks Named Maxwell Award Semifinalists
Keelon Russell
— 2d
Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell and Notre Dame quarterback CJ Carr were named semifinalists for the Maxwell Award, while Alabama linebacker Luke Metz earned semifinalist recognition for the Bednarik Award. Russell and Carr are among 18 Maxwell semifinalists, with finalists for both awards to be announced Nov. 24.
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2026 Albums Span Genres and Regions
Music
— 3d
Coverage of 2026 music highlights a year of acclaimed pop, indie and local releases, with artists including Olivia Rodrigo, Charli xcx, Phoebe Bridgers and Billy Strings among the names drawing attention. Meanwhile, announced rock and metal albums are already building anticipation for 2027, including new projects and lineup debuts.
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Housing pressures mount across Oklahoma, Scotland, Montana
Politics
— 3d
Housing affordability pressures are fueling calls for relief in Oklahoma, where lawmakers are urged to protect vulnerable homeowners, address soaring insurance costs, and update tax credits after voters rejected a property-tax proposal. In Montana, steep home-price increases in Bozeman are putting ownership out of reach for many local residents, even as the city ranks among the state’s wealthiest.
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6-2 Steelers reportedly seek wide receiver and cornerback help
Josh Downs
— 5d
With the NFL trade deadline approaching, the Steelers are reportedly seeking wide receiver help and may also pursue a cornerback. Brian Thomas Jr. and Josh Downs are among the leading receiver possibilities, while other reports have floated Josh Downs and Darnell Mooney as potential fits.
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Democrats Lean On Green Group To Reach UN Climate Talks Without Trump
Simon August · 7 min · 4h
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