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School workers free raccoon stuck head-first in a dumpster hole — 1dAt a Vidor City, Texas school, maintenance workers found a raccoon with its head stuck in a dumpster, gave it water from a plastic cup, then cut the metal free. The district called them behind-the-scenes heroes.

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B-Side Hit and Posthumous Single Earn All-Time Song Rankings — 3dSeveral classic rock songs continue to earn acclaim on greatest-of-all-time lists: Sanford-Townsend Band’s “Smoke From a Distant Fire” is celebrated as a standout one-hit wonder, while Joy Division’s “Love Will Tear Us Apart,” Rod Stewart’s “Maggie May” and the Allman Brothers Band’s “Whipping Post” remain enduring rock favorites. The stories also trace the songs’ origins and paths to lasting recognition, from “Maggie May” becoming a hit after radio DJs flipped its single to “Whipping Post” growing into an epic live performance.

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FaithTap posts Jeremiah 31:3 on everlasting love — 1dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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France School Protests Escalate, 440 Detained — 6dStudent protests over overcrowded classes, heavy workloads and teacher shortages have spread from Paris to other parts of France, with schools blockaded and 164 arrests reported. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu condemned violence and warned against escalation, while student organizers defended the demonstrations and called for further action; officials reported injuries among students, school staff and security forces.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom 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.

Patriots Fall 35-6 as Maye’s Turnovers Mount — Sep 27, 2026Patriots quarterback Drake Maye lost a bizarre, unpressured fumble while winding up to pass against the Jaguars, adding to a rough start that has included five turnovers in three games. The 2025 MVP runner-up’s struggles have raised concerns about New England’s offense, though the team is not considering drastic changes.

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China Opens First Overseas Air Training CenterWorld — 5dChina has opened a joint military training center and aviation academy at Ban Keun airport in Laos, its third acknowledged overseas military site and its first focused on air operations. Beijing says the center will train Lao pilots and is not aimed at any third party, while analysts warn it could give China deeper, potentially lasting military access in Southeast Asia; details about personnel and equipment remain undisclosed.

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Experts Share Ways to Preserve Muscle With Age — 5dA fitness coach recommends adequate protein, regular strength training, quality sleep and staying active to help limit age-related muscle loss, which can be compounded by sedentary habits and rapid weight loss on GLP-1 drugs. Separately, researchers found that age-related declines in mitochondrial cardiolipin may contribute to muscle changes, and restoring it partly reversed muscle wasting in mice—an early finding that could point to future treatments.

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Cornell Case Faces Reviews as Prosecutors Weigh Charges — Sep 24, 2026A Cornell student has sued the university and seven Chi Phi fraternity members, alleging she was drugged and sexually assaulted during a 2024 party. No criminal charges were filed; the university disciplined some of the accused, while her attorney says the alleged assault’s lasting trauma and the investigation’s handling remain central concerns.

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Topical isotretinoin cream offers localized acne treatment with limited body exposureHealth — 6dA new topical isotretinoin cream may help manage mild to moderate acne while limiting whole-body exposure and systemic side effects, but it is not expected to provide the lasting clearance possible with oral isotretinoin for some patients with persistent acne.

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Priya Raman Limiting whole body exposure sounds smart if it actually works on the spots that need it.

Stallone Credits Wife Flavin With Hollywood Survival — Sep 27, 2026Sylvester Stallone praised his wife, Jennifer Flavin, saying her support has sustained him and crediting her with being a devoted parent. The couple, who reconciled after a brief 2022 divorce filing, have also spoken about the patience and ups and downs involved in a lasting marriage.

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Elena Vasquez It's great Stallone finally gives his wife credit for holding things together through the rough patches.

Jim Carrey vs Adam SandlerYourlist — VS BattleRubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.

VMAs Honor George Michael With Star-Studded Tribute — Sep 25, 2026RAYE, SOMBR and Teddy Swims honored George Michael at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards with performances of his hits, including “Faith,” “Father Figure,” “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)” and “Careless Whisper.” Adam Lambert made a surprise appearance to lead “Freedom! ’90,” celebrating Michael’s lasting influence and his history with the VMAs.

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Ethiopia sweeps Berlin Marathon titles — Sep 27, 2026Ethiopia’s Guye Adola won the Berlin Marathon men’s race in about 2:02:50, while compatriot Tigst Assefa took the women’s title in 2:11:04. Assefa had been on pace to challenge the world record but suffered a leg injury in the closing kilometers; defending men’s champion Sabastian Sawe withdrew before the race with an injury.

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Rachel Meyers Sawe pulling out before the start left the men's race without its defending champ and made the Ethiopian sweep easier than expected.

Putin's G20 Attendance Uncertain; Russia Weighs US Invitation — Sep 24, 2026President Donald Trump’s invitation for Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend December’s G20 summit in Miami has drawn bipartisan criticism from U.S. senators, who warn it could legitimize Moscow amid its war in Ukraine and alleged support for Iran. France said the United States decides whom to invite, while the Kremlin says it is reviewing the invitation and has not decided whether Putin will attend; Moscow says any negotiations should seek a lasting peace agreement.

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How to memorize a Bible verse — Sep 27, 2026For anyone who wants a verse ready to recall on demand, short mixed loops turn the words into lasting memory.

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Priya Raman Writing them out always worked better until I tested this looping approach and saw the difference in recall.

Which of your friends survives the apocalypse?Quizie — QuizName the group and the AI ranks every one of them — who leads, who thrives, who trips in the first act. Private until you share it.

Five Classic Hits Endure Across Six Decades — Sep 24, 2026Retrospectives revisit enduring pop hits including the Association’s chart-topping “Cherish,” the Box Tops’ “The Letter,” Stealers Wheel’s “Stuck in the Middle with You,” and Joe Cocker’s celebrated version of “You Are So Beautiful.” They also trace the Beatles’ “Something” from George Harrison’s uncertain demo to a beloved song on Abbey Road, highlighting the varied stories and lasting appeal behind classic recordings.

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Genco Raises Quarterly Dividend Over 400% to $0.80Finance — Sep 23, 2026Genco Shipping & Trading cited strong dry-bulk market conditions—including limited fleet growth and longer commodity routes—as support for earnings and dividends, forecasting more than $1 per share in dividends in each of the final two quarters of 2026. Separate coverage highlighted Union Pacific, CSX, GATX and Wabtec as income-oriented investments, citing the freight rail network’s entrenched position and pricing power while noting economic and regulatory risks.

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Nest all four elastic corners inside out to fold a fitted sheet flatLifestyle — Sep 26, 2026For anyone who wants a rumpled elastic sheet to become a neat rectangle that stacks flat.

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Derek Foss Tried it once and now my linen closet looks organized for the first time.

White Sox Place Luis Castillo on 15-Day IL Before Playoffs — Sep 24, 2026The White Sox placed Luis Castillo on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder impingement and recalled Tyler Davis from Triple-A. Castillo had struggled since joining Chicago and could miss the rest of the season, complicating the team’s postseason plans.

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Sam Okafor Tyler Davis might provide some relief but the rotation looks thin without Castillo for the stretch.

Election Polls Offer Mixed Outlooks Across Countries — Sep 22, 2026Recent UK seat-projection polls disagree over whether Labour would need smaller-party support to govern, highlighting the uncertainty in translating votes into seats. In the U.S., a new poll shows Democrats leading on a generic congressional ballot in North Carolina, while pollsters face continued skepticism after recent election-forecasting failures and fabricated survey results.

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Fury, Joshua Set for Cardiff Heavyweight Fight — Sep 24, 2026Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will meet in their long-awaited heavyweight showdown on December 11 at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, with Netflix broadcasting the fight. The UK venue was secured after negotiations over staging the bout in the United States, and organizers are expected to schedule a late start to reach American viewers.

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Dana Whitfield Cardiff makes sense for the biggest UK crowd but the late start will test how many fans stay awake here.

Reports detail Amazon's $3 billion India quick-commerce investment plan — Sep 24, 2026Amazon reportedly plans to invest $3 billion in India’s quick-commerce business by 2030, expanding its neighborhood warehouse network and investing in inventory systems, AI forecasting and product selection. The move comes as Amazon trails local rivals that dominate the fast-growing market; the company declined to confirm the investment figure but said the business has exceeded $1 billion in annualized gross sales.

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Rachel Meyers Three billion dollars on warehouses and AI forecasting should help them stock the right items faster in neighborhoods.

Casting calls open for films and TV shows in five cities — Sep 23, 2026Stacker reports current casting calls for films, TV shows, and related projects across Richmond, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Detroit, and Boston, with listings sourced from Casting Networks. The roundups highlight various roles including feature films, TV series, reality shows, and more, offering local opportunities for breakout roles.

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Priya Raman Richmond film roles sound promising yet the odds are probably still stacked against new talent.

AI Debt: Investors Demand Premiums, Favor Traditional Issuers — Sep 22, 2026The U.S. corporate bond market is splitting: AI-related issuers are facing caution and wider concessions as hyperscalers’ borrowing needs rise, while traditional issuers like financial and industrial firms continue to attract strong demand. With Goldman Sachs forecasting hyperscaler debt at about $420 billion next year and overall U.S. issuance rising, investors remain selective, pricing some AI-related deals as higher-risk and seeking clarity on future returns.

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