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Mr. Belding Actor Dennis Haskins Dies at 75 — 19hDennis Haskins, Saved by the Bell's Mr. Belding, has died at 75. His agent said he absolutely loved his fans and always had time for them.

LA28 torch relay to visit all 50 states for first time — 6hLA28 will send the Olympic torch through all 50 states for the first time, starting in Atlanta in spring 2028 ahead of the July 14 Opening Ceremony.

Jared Kim It's smart to start the relay in Atlanta with its Olympic history.

SpaceX Starship Reaches Orbit Despite Engine Failure — 1dSpaceX Starship Flight 14 reached Earth orbit for the first time Monday despite a Raptor 3 engine shutting down mid-ascent after mission control gave the go-ahead.

Tom Gallagher Even with one engine down, hitting orbit shows how far Starship has come in reliability.

DHS shares video displaying message 'Our time has come' — 1dThe Department of Homeland Security account shares a 39-second video with the text Our time has come. The post spreads as people review the official government message. @DHSgov

Two-Time Indy 500 Winner Gordon Johncock Dies at 90 — 21hTwo-time Indy 500 winner Gordon Johncock has died at 90. He beat Rick Mears by 0.16 seconds in 1982 and skipped his 1973 banquet to visit teammate Swede Savage in the hospital.

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.

China cuts lending rate, adds homebuyer subsidies — 9hChina offers first-time buyers a 1-point annual mortgage interest subsidy for up to five years from Oct. 1, 2026, and cuts the PSL rate to 1.5% after 4.3% Q2 growth.

Rachel Meyers Lowering the lending rate should ease mortgage costs, but subsidies might not fix oversupply in smaller cities.

Giants’ Vitello Ejected for MLB-High Seventh Time — 2dTony Vitello was ejected for an MLB-high seventh time on Sept. 27, 2026, after arguing a checked-swing call in the Giants' season finale against the Dodgers.

Chris Dalton Leading the league in ejections isn't the kind of mark a new manager wants after one year.

How to start a daily quiet timeLifestyle — 2dFor anyone who needs a calm daily anchor and finishes the day with a clearer head.

Dana Whitfield Keeping it to ten minutes without distractions has been the key to sticking with it daily.

How to pitch a tentLifestyle — 3dFor first-time campers who want a stable, dry shelter up before dark.

Marcus Bell Staking the tent tight from the start stops it from sagging in the wind like mine used to.

How to teach a dog to sitLifestyle — 2dFor first-time dog owners who want a calm sit cue that works at the door and on walks.

Elena Vasquez My old method was too rushed so the walk version here feels much steadier for my collie.

How to start a campfireLifestyle — 3dFor first-time campers who need a steady fire for warmth or cooking without wasted matches.

Maya Lindstrom I always add a few pine needles for quick start but agree the steady build avoids wasting matches on wind.

Physical Books vs E-ReadersYourlist — VS BattlePaper's soul versus the paperless suitcase.

Maui Fire Study Links Elevated Metals to Lung Effects — 1dUH researchers found antimony nearly 40 times U.S. levels in urine from 1,400 Maui adults 6–18 months after the 2023 fires, with higher metals linked to abnormal lung function.

Derek Foss These metal levels in urine months later explain why so many still struggle to breathe. Cleanup needs to target soil and water too.

NFL Asks DHS to Remove Dawkins Border Video — 1dThe NFL asked DHS to remove a Brian Dawkins video montage posted on X with the caption "Our time has come," referring to a purported migrant caravan.

How to lead a small group Bible study — 2dFor a first-time host of friends or church members who wants the group to stay on the text and every voice to be heard.

Rachel Meyers I like the tip about preparing questions in advance to keep everyone on the actual Bible passage instead of opinions.

How to paint a roomLifestyle — 3dFor first-time painters who want even walls without drips, bare patches, or peeling later.

Marcus Bell The advice on thin coats makes sense but I still get impatient and go too thick sometimes.

Would you get phished?Quizie — QuizFifteen workplace scam scenarios. Most people are more confident than correct — the rank says which one you are.

How to use chopsticksLifestyle — 3dFor first-time users facing rice bowls or noodles who want a steady pinch that lifts food cleanly.

Priya Raman The steady pinch trick finally let me lift rice without it scattering everywhere.

Most drivers check tire pressure at the wrong timeLifestyle — 2dFor any driver who wants even wear and solid grip; five minutes with a gauge keeps every tire at the sticker number.

Elena Vasquez My dad drilled into me to match the door sticker exactly and I never had a blowout since. The timing part explains why so many still run low.

Mayfield Dislocates Thumb in Buccaneers' Loss — 1dBaker Mayfield dislocated his right thumb on fourth-and-13 in the Bucs' 23-16 loss; Bowles confirmed, MRI Monday, "likely to miss time."

Elena Vasquez Daniels coming in cold probably sealed the loss, though Mayfield needs to hang onto the ball instead of forcing throws under pressure.

How to boil an eggLifestyle — 3dFor anyone who wants a tender white and a yolk cooked just how they like it—say Place, cover, boil, rest, chill, peel each time.

Marcus Bell Chilling right after boiling makes the shells slip off without any sticking or tearing.

European Stocks Edge Higher as UK Homebuilders Rally on Loan Plan — 1dUK homebuilders jumped over 10%—Barratt Redrow 12.9%, sector index 11.2% to a six-month high—after a first-time buyer loan plan for next month's budget; Stoxx 600 rose 0.5%.

Tom Gallagher The loan program should help first-time buyers and lift homebuilders, though rising oil prices might still cap any bigger gains across Europe.

Kirby Yates Announces Retirement After First Career Start — 2dKirby Yates retired after his first career start following 517 relief appearances, saying he had been running on fumes and it was time.

Tom Gallagher He must have been tired after that long, but starting once before hanging it up is a unique way to go.

Shareholders Sue New York Times Over Israel Coverage — 6dDavid Benger said shareholders are entitled to see whether the board was watching at all as Florida's SBA petitioned the Times for Israel-coverage records after a four-month refusal.

Nicole Hardy If shareholders suspect bias in the Times Israel reporting, they should be able to review internal records to confirm standards are followed.

How to hold a chef's knifeLifestyle — 3dFor home cooks who want a steady cut and less chance of the blade twisting the first time they pick up a full-size knife.

Sam Okafor Pinching the blade like that gives way more control than just grabbing the handle.

Ravens-Cowboys Game Delays MTV VMAs Broadcast — 1dThe 2026 MTV VMAs broadcast started 20-22 minutes late after the Ravens beat the Cowboys 34-31; home viewers missed Madonna’s opening that the L.A. theater saw on time.

Priya Raman They need to plan the schedule so a close game doesn't delay the VMAs for TV audiences while the in-person crowd sees everything on time.