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Nirvana Members Reunite, Accept MTV Vanguard Award — Sep 27, 2026Grohl, Novoselic and Smear accepted MTV's Video Vanguard Award from Chuck D on Sept. 27, 2026 in Los Angeles; Novoselic called Cobain "one of one" as Smear lit a cigarette. The band did not perform.

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Tom Gallagher Smear lighting a cigarette during the speech felt like classic Nirvana style.

Memoir Claims Charles Told Spencer Diana’d Be Forgotten — Sep 16, 2026Spencer memoir claims now-King Charles said 'Rest assured, we'll forget her soon enough!' six days after Diana's 1997 death in a call over the princes' funeral walk.

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India Summons Pakistani Diplomat After Naval Ships Collide in Arabian Sea — Sep 16, 2026India summoned Pakistan Charge d'Affaires Saad Ahmad Warraich after a Sept. 15 North Arabian Sea collision it called a breach of a 1991 three-nautical-mile separation rule.

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Sam Okafor Pakistan needs to explain how its ships ended up that close and work harder to prevent repeats of this incident.

US, Germany Sign Defense Industry Declaration — Sep 15, 2026The United States and Germany are deepening defense cooperation, signing agreements and letters of intent to align weapons procurement, boost defense industrial ties, and balance European and American defense roles as stocks dwindle and new security challenges emerge, with a focus on strengthening supply chains, R&D, and joint production capacity.

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Maya Lindstrom This deal makes sense for restocking weapons and sharing production know-how between the two countries.

Reese Witherspoon Was Once Made Jury Foreman Because Jurors Assumed 'Legally Blonde' Meant She'd Been to Law School — Sep 9, 2026Reese Witherspoon was chosen as jury foreman in a Beverly Hills trial because fellow jurors assumed her role in Legally Blonde meant she had attended law school.

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Priya Raman I wonder if Reese tried to correct them or just went along with it during the trial.

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.

Jelly Roll Weighs Music Future, Seeks God’s Direction — Sep 14, 2026Jelly Roll says he may walk away from music to follow God’s direction, planning a hiatus and saying he’d do something entirely different if that’s what God wants. His reflections come after a year of major career highs, including Grammys and Grand Ole Opry induction, alongside personal changes like divorce, sobriety, and ongoing therapy as he seeks clarity for his next path.

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Bears Reportedly Agree to $33.75M Swift Extension — Sep 11, 2026The Chicago Bears agreed to a three-year, $33.75 million extension for running back D’Andre Swift, including $27.5 million guaranteed, keeping him under contract through the 2029 season. Reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the deal follows Swift’s 1,087-yard, nine-TD season and comes as the team reshapes cap space and locks in core playmakers.

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Rachel Meyers Extending him for 27.5 million guaranteed is a lot for one back but the team clearly values keeping core pieces together.

Spencer Memoir Reopens Dispute Over Diana ClaimsWorld — Sep 16, 2026Diana’s brother, Charles Spencer, promotes in his forthcoming Swan Song: Diana, My Sister a narrative accusing Prince Charles of a volatile reaction after Diana’s death, including allegedly telling Spencer he’d “forget her soon enough” and suggesting relief at Diana’s death as the boys walked behind her coffin; the memoir also touches on Diana’s mental health and the emotional aftermath. Buckingham Palace publicly questions the recollection, with Charles’ grief cited as potentially clouding judgment and memory, while Spencer counters with renewed detail as the book release approaches.

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Trump Says He’d Consider Pardon for Cohen — Sep 9, 2026President Donald Trump said he would consider a pardon for Michael Cohen, who is seeking clemency after pleading guilty to tax and related charges and whose testimony helped convict Trump in 2024; Cohen has said he felt pressured to testify. Trump indicated Cohen recanted his testimony, and suggested he would weigh a pardon if everything checks out, with Cohen's case continuing to generate debate about the witnesses and timeline of the proceedings.

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Sam Okafor The debate over those witnesses and timelines makes me doubt how solid the case against Trump really was.

Elizabeth Smart Finishes Last in Bodybuilding Contest but Calls It a Win — Sep 6, 2026Elizabeth Smart competed in a North American Championships bodybuilding event and other shows, placing bottom in both the Masters 35+ and Open Class D categories, yet she emphasized that stepping on stage and the experience itself are wins and a sign of her growth and discipline. She credits her coach, supportive friends, and ongoing advocacy work for survivors as she continues to pursue fitness goals and body confidence.

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Dana Whitfield The mindset shift here is the real story. She's not competing against other people, she's proving something to herself after what she survived.

Garmin Plans $1.05 Quarterly DividendBusiness — Sep 9, 2026Garmin rolled out redesigned Drive GPS units and an expanded marine lineup, plus SmartDrive and GMI 40 systems, signaling a push to deepen its automotive and marine ecosystem even as investors weigh margin risk from higher R&D and SG&A. The company also reaffirmed a $1.05 per-share quarterly dividend with a history of growth, while analyst ratings and institutional interest remain broadly positive with multiple price targets and notable holdings changes.

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

Beverly D’Angelo Says Choosing Motherhood at 49 Changed Her Life — and Her Career — Dec 1, 2025Beverly D’Angelo is looking back on the moment she shifted her priorities — and how becoming a mother later in life reshaped everything from her career to her daily rhythm. According to Fox News , in 2001, D’Angelo…

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Crockett Questions Focus on Age in Democratic Leadership Battles — Nov 14, 2025Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, appeared skeptical Thursday about the idea of Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., mounting a primary challenge against Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., emphasizing that…

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Grayson Waller ends Tony D'Angelo's 148-day reign in chaotic Heatwave four-way — Aug 30, 2026Grayson Waller defeated Tony D’Angelo, Cruz Montana, and Zilla Fatu in a chaotic Fatal Four-Way at NXT Heatwave to capture the NXT Championship, marking his first major title win since returning to the brand. The victory sets up ongoing feuds with Montana and Fatu while suggesting a potential shift in D’Angelo’s role as champion moves elsewhere.

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AOC, Jerry Nadler, and 7 NY House Dems Call on NY Gov. Cuomo To ResignReporting — Mar 12, 2021New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) is facing several calls to resign, and now that includes from Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) and House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.). Calls are mounting for…

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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.

Trump: Pritzker, Johnson Should Be Jailed — Oct 8, 2025It it were up to President Donald Trump, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson (D) would be in jail. Trump posted his sentiment on social media Wednesday morning, The Hill reported. “Chicago…

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‘Disturbing’ Biden Video Resurfaces: What’s He Doing Holding Hands with These 2 Children?Opinion — May 20, 2023Given that President Joe Biden has an awkward history of preternatural closeness with children, one of the things you’d think he’d be conscious about was never being recorded walking into the Oval Office with a kid…

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NY Assembly To End Impeachment Investigation After Cuomo’s ResignationReporting — Aug 13, 2021New York Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie (D) says the chamber will end its impeachment investigation of New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) following his resignation. In a statement on Friday, Heastie said, “After consulting…

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Pelosi, Schumer Accuse Senate GOP of a ‘Check the Box’ VoteReporting — Sep 8, 2020House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) are criticizing Republicans for what they believe is an attempt to make it appear as though they are meeting the needs of the…

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Feinstein Says Her Remark on Pelosi Sending Articles of Impeachment Was ‘Misunderstood’Reporting — Jan 10, 2020After calling on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) to send over articles of impeachment to the Senate and allow the chamber to begin its trial, Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) is seeking to clarify her comments…

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‘Interesting to Me’: Pelosi Expresses Frustration With Demands for Feinstein to ResignReporting — Apr 13, 2023Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) is taking issue with the amount of pressure Sen. Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) is receiving to resign. Pelosi told reporters Feinstein has “been a champion for California.” She…

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Pelosi: Maxine Waters ‘Absolutely’ Should Not Apologize for ‘Get More Confrontational’ RemarkReporting — Apr 19, 2021House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) is adamant that Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) should not apologize for saying protesters should “ get more confrontational ” if former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is…

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‘Spartacus’ Cory Booker Calls for Menendez to ResignOpinion — Sep 26, 2023Calls are growing for Sen. Robert Menendez (D-N.J.) to step down as he and his wife are facing federal corruption charges. On Tuesday, fellow New Jersey Sen. Cory Booker (D) joined the list of lawmakers urging Menendez…

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Dems Mocked For ‘Choose Your Fighter’ Parody Video — Mar 7, 2025Some are calling it a “choose your fighter parody.” Others are using other words like “lame” and “cringe.” Whatever it’s called, a video featuring Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas)…

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