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Meme contrasts Democrats' 2026 map cheers with 2010 House losses
Politics
— Nov 5, 2026
Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.
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Elena Vasquez
Voters have turned on both parties before, so 2026 cheers feel premature without addressing why 2010 happened in the first place.
Communities share holiday gifts, craft decorations
Lifestyle
— Nov 3, 2026
Communities are spreading holiday cheer through hands-on projects and giving: volunteers are making Christmas decorations from recycled cans, crafting bows, and collecting gifts for older adults and children affected by the war in Ukraine.
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South Dakota Squads Claim Cheer, Dance State Titles
Sports
— Oct 23, 2026
South Dakota’s state cheer and dance championships drew teams to Rapid City, where Sioux Valley captured its 20th consecutive Class A cheer title, O’Gorman won the Class AA cheer grand championship and Brandon Valley claimed its sixth straight Class AA dance grand championship. Pierre’s cheer and dance teams entered the competition seeking strong finishes, with several seniors competing for the final time.
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Holidays can intensify grief with no single way to mourn
Lifestyle
— Nov 2, 2026
The holidays can intensify grief as traditions, memories and pressure to feel cheerful highlight a loved one’s absence. There is no single right way to grieve; acknowledging emotions, setting boundaries and seeking support can help people navigate the season.
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Russian Pranksters Dupe OpenAI Officials Into Video Chat About ‘Offensive’ AI For Ukraine
Dylan Kresak · 5 min · 6h
Honor Flight Veterans Welcomed Home Across States
Lifestyle
— Nov 3, 2026
A 117-veteran Honor Flight group returned to Grand Forks after visiting Washington, D.C., memorials, where many said the trip offered fellowship and reflection. Their homecoming, marked by a cheering crowd and letters from loved ones, gave veterans a long-awaited welcome and recognition that some said they had not received after their service.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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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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F1 Fans Boo Ted Cruz in Austin
Ted Cruz
— Oct 26, 2026
Texas Sen. Ted Cruz was booed by some fans as he took the podium to present the winner’s trophy at Formula 1’s U.S. Grand Prix in Austin. The crowd cheered for race winner Kimi Antonelli as he accepted the trophy.
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Regional Cheer and Dance Events Set for 2026
Sports
— Oct 20, 2026
Several cheer and dance competitions are scheduled for November 2026: Lexington, Kentucky, hosts the UCA Lexington Classic on Nov. 22 and the UCA & UDA Bluegrass Regional Nov. 21-22; Concord, North Carolina, hosts the UCA Piedmont Regional Nov. 21; and Highlands Ranch, Colorado, hosts the NCA & NDA Rockies Regional Nov. 21-22. The events offer teams early-season titles and preparation for national championships, with coverage streaming on Varsity TV.
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“A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” — Proverbs 17:22, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 20
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— Oct 21, 2026
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“A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” — Proverbs 17:22, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 20
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— Oct 21, 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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Peralta to start Game 3 against former Brewers team
Freddy Peralta
— Oct 23, 2026
After struggling with the Mets, Freddy Peralta has revived his season with Tampa Bay, dominating late-season and playoff starts and earning ALCS MVP honors. He is set to start Game 3 of the World Series against his former team, the Brewers, whose fans have continued to cheer him; his resurgence has also strengthened his position heading into free agency.
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Pat McAfee Says Utah Visit Felt Uncomfortable
Pat McAfee
— Oct 24, 2026
Pat McAfee took off his shirt during ESPN’s College GameDay in Salt Lake City and mocked The New York Times for a second week, responding to criticism from The Athletic’s Jerry Brewer that McAfee’s growing presence risks making the show less welcoming to all fans. McAfee defended the program’s rowdy atmosphere as part of college football’s appeal, while the crowd cheered him on.
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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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Pat McAfee reads from Book of Mormon on GameDay at BYU
Pat McAfee
— Oct 17, 2026
Pat McAfee drew cheers on ESPN’s College GameDay in Provo by reading a passage from the Book of Mormon and joking that its language about “possessing” the earth applied to BYU’s offense. The moment delighted many Cougars fans, though some viewers criticized it as mocking the religious text.
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Taylor Swift Attends Chiefs Game After LA Gala
Taylor Swift
— Oct 16, 2026
Taylor Swift attended the Chiefs’ game against the Chargers at Arrowhead Stadium after performing at the Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles, where she sang songs including her first live performance of “The Fate of Ophelia.” Reports that she would miss the game were contradicted by coverage showing her in the stands with Caitlin Clark and friends, cheering on Travis Kelce.
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15,500 Run Columbus Marathon Supporting Children’s Hospital
Sports
— Oct 16, 2026
More than 15,000 runners and walkers took part in the 2026 Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon and Half Marathon, an event that has raised more than $15 million for the hospital since 2012. Participants included cancer survivor Mike Ray, who ran toward a personal finish-line goal, and former patient Brynn Fraser, who cheered on runners as a mile champion.
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Navy Scrambles To Ramp Up Tomahawk Production After Iran War Burns Through Arsenal
Francis Kapper · 4 min · 6h
MCR Agrees to Drop Dallas Cheerleader-Inspired Costumes
Entertainment
— Oct 27, 2026
My Chemical Romance agreed to stop using costumes resembling the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders’ blue-and-white uniforms for the remaining Hollywood Bowl shows after the cheerleaders’ parent company sued over alleged trademark infringement and false association. The band can continue the cheerleader routine, and the dispute over whether the performance infringed the brand had raised questions about the balance between trademark protections and artistic expression.
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Pick a food for every letter and the AI reveals your future
Quizie
— Quiz
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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Is President Trump the First Cheerleader-in-Chief?
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— Oct 31, 2026
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Chris Dalton
Calling him the first ignores how Obama rallied crowds with his speeches and social media long before Trump took office.
Cowboys Cheerleaders Gain Union Representation
Sports
— Oct 28, 2026
The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders have unionized, with the team recognizing the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders Association as their collective bargaining representative after years of calls for better pay and working conditions. The move follows a major pay increase, with some veteran dancers set to earn more than $75 an hour under revised compensation terms.
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Cowboys Cheerleaders Sue My Chemical Romance Over Uniforms
Entertainment
— Oct 23, 2026
The company that owns the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders has asked a court to temporarily bar My Chemical Romance from using lookalike cheerleader uniforms in its “The Black Parade” concert, where dancers carry prop guns in a staged firefight. The company says the costumes risk confusing audiences and harming the DCC brand, while emphasizing that it objects to the uniforms, not the band’s music or performance.
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Cowboys Recognize Cheerleaders’ Union
Sports
— Oct 23, 2026
Cowboys on Oct. 23, 2026 recognized the cheerleaders’ new DCCA union after a reported 400% raise that took veterans to $75/hour without health insurance.
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Dana Whitfield
Recognizing the DCCA union shows the Cowboys are finally listening, even if the timeline and benefits still feel off.
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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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Former Kentucky Cheerleader Sentenced to 10 Years for Infant’s Death
Andrew Powell
— Oct 16, 2026
Laken Snelling, a former University of Kentucky cheerleader, was sentenced to 10 years in prison Friday after pleading guilty to first-degree manslaughter in connection with the de… — by Andrew Powell
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Train the elephant; happiness lives in the space between
Books
— Oct 16, 2026
Flourishing hinges on aligning automatic mind, secure bonds, and purpose beyond the self—not on cheerier self-talk.
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Watch/Listen: Patriots Cheer When US Airpower Finally Shreds Balloon Overhead
Opinion
— Feb 5, 2023
If we’re all being honest, then we can agree that for the past two years under President Joe Biden, there hasn’t been much, if anything, to cheer about. But for a brief moment on Saturday, that changed. As the Chinese…
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Geraldo Rivera Suggests Naming the Vaccine After Trump to Cheer Him Up After Election Loss
Reporting
— Nov 20, 2020
Fox News’ Geraldo Rivera suggested that the coronavirus vaccine should be named “Trump” to cheer up President Donald Trump after his projected loss in the presidential election. During a Friday morning appearance on…
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MSNBC Can’t Figure Out Why Trump Would ‘Work A Fryer’ At McDonald’s, As Crowd Cheers Him On
Donald John Trump
— Oct 20, 2024
MSNBC host Alex Witt and Democratic California Rep. Barbara Lee were puzzled by former President Donald Trump’s visit to a Pennsylvania McDonald’s on Sunday, where he helped out while a crowd cheered him on from…
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Democrats Lean On Green Group To Reach UN Climate Talks Without Trump
Simon August · 7 min · 6h
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