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Teenager Injures 11 Students in Türkiye Shooting
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— Sep 22, 2026
A ninth-grade student opened fire outside a Manisa high school on Sept. 22, 2026, wounding 11, two seriously; he and three relatives were detained.
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Priya Raman
Detaining three relatives suggests the family might have known something beforehand.
Haze Affects Air Quality Across Southeast Asia
Environment
— Sep 28, 2026
Parts of Metro Manila recorded very unhealthy air on Sept. 30, with authorities citing high fine-particle pollution and possible haze from fires in Indonesia, alongside local sources. Other Manila monitoring sites reported air that was unhealthy for sensitive groups or fair; officials urged vulnerable residents to limit outdoor exposure and advised masks in hazy areas.
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South Cotabato School Shooting Kills Three
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— Sep 18, 2026
A 16-year-old opened fire after lunch at Banga National High School in South Cotabato, then died by suicide; outlets put the dead at three to six.
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Maui Fire Study Links Elevated Metals to Lung Effects
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— Sep 28, 2026
UH 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.
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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.
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Senators Want To Make AI Data Centers Pay For The Grid Upgrades Driving Up Your Electric Bill
Simon August · 4 min · 1h
Fremont Rejects Volunteer Firefighter Over Homeschool Diploma
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— Sep 18, 2026
A 22-year-old Nebraska volunteer firefighter and state EMT, Andrew Coates, was rejected by the Fremont Fire Department because his high school diploma came from homeschooling, which Nebraska treats as unaccredited. The city had initially required a high school diploma and later specified accreditation; Coates drew public support, appealed to the Civil Service Commission—which cannot overturn city policy—and he hopes another department will hire him recognizing his qualifications.
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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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Cities Propose 2027 Budgets With Spending Shifts
Politics
— 2d
Cities are advancing proposed 2027 budgets amid differing financial pressures: Beaver Dam’s $25.26 million plan funds an additional police officer and infrastructure while accounting for higher labor costs and utility-rate increases, while Evanston previewed proposed tax hikes and spending shifts. Colorado Springs, buoyed by stronger-than-expected sales-tax revenue, proposes restoring furlough-affected pay and park-bathroom funding while increasing support for police, fire services and pothole repairs; its budget remains subject to council approval.
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Magnolia Oil-Tank Fire Kills Three Firefighters
Politics
— Sep 17, 2026
Arkansas history on September 19–20 features a spectrum of notable events: Civil War skirmishing near Helena in 1862, the 1883 marriage of future governor George W. Donaghey, and the 1923 Little Rock police murders death sentences; 1944 Magnolia’s oil-fire disaster that claimed three firefighters; the 1957 Central High School desegregation injunction hearing that led to the guards’ withdrawal; and the 1974 Young v. Ethyl Corporation bromine litigation. The dates also record 1863 Cavalry organization at Magnolia, 1917 Fort Smith labor strike, 1942 Jehovah’s Witnesses attack in Little Rock, 1957 legal challenges surrounding Little Rock desegregation, the 1958 vote to keep closed schools, and Kennedy’s Arkansas campaign in 1960.
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Husted Fires Political Director Over Nazi Imagery
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— Sep 11, 2026
U.S. Sen. Jon Husted fired his political director Stephen Woytek after reports of a Nazi SS photo and Rhodesia playlists on his social media, with the campaign saying the posts showed a complete lack of judgment and that he was dismissed immediately. The move highlights ongoing vetting concerns within Husted's campaign.
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School fire in rebel-held Bukavu kills at least 17
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— Sep 10, 2026
A fire at a school in Bukavu, a city held by Rwanda-backed AFC/M23 rebels, killed at least 17 people including children, with hospitals reporting over 50 students admitted and 14 later dying; the cause is not yet known and the death toll is subject to confirmation. The incident highlights the dangers facing civilians in rebel-controlled areas and ongoing unsafe conditions.
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Manhunt Underway After Massachusetts Mother Is Found Dead in Kitchen
Massachusetts police are searching for a 22-year-old man after his mother was found dead from a gunshot wound inside their Reading home early Thursday morning. Middlesex District Attorney Marian Ryan said police received a 911 call at about 12:38 a.m. after the woman’s husband returned to the Center Avenue residence and discovered her body in the kitchen, according to Fox News . Ryan identified th
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Five Classic Hits Rank Among Music’s Greatest
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— Sep 20, 2026
The articles trace the enduring impact of classic songs from the 1950s to the 1970s, including Johnny Cash’s I Walk the Line and Folsom Prison Blues, the Grapevine covers that helped Motown become a powerhouse, and enduring 1960s country hits as well as Earth, Wind & Fire’s September that remains a staple on modern playlists. They highlight how backstage creation, landmark live performances, and influential covers have shaped artists’ careers and solidified these songs as cultural touchstones across generations.
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Orioles Rally in Ninth but Fall to Brewers 6-5 in Extras
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— Sep 19, 2026
The Orioles’ late-season push remains hampered by a flawed roster, flawed fundamentals, and costly misplays from Rece Hinds, as the team’s depth and decision-making are repeatedly scrutinized while the bullpen keeps them in games only to see late leads slip in extra innings against Milwaukee. With elimination looming, Baltimore fights to stay alive in the wild-card race, but continued offensive droughts and baserunning errors highlight a rebuilding process under fire from fans and critics alike.
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Elena Vasquez
Our bullpen keeps fighting to hold leads but the lack of depth and those late extra inning mistakes are killing our wild card hopes.
New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep Dish
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.
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Households Face Higher Heating Costs This Winter
Finance
— Sep 17, 2026
Across Czechia and the United States, heating costs are set to rise this winter. Czech gas-fired district heating could spike 5-30% depending on pre‑arranged gas hedges, while in the Northeast U.S. heating oil costs may jump as much as about 50% year over year, and nationwide NEADA projects roughly a 9% rise with an average $1,030 increase, prompting emphasis on improving existing systems’ efficiency and cost‑savvy conversations with contractors.
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El Niño Could Cause 451,000 Excess Deaths
Environment
— Sep 19, 2026
El Niño is intensifying across regions, pushing millions toward hunger in Africa while threatening food security and prompting calls for early action, even as Zambia urges a substantial boost to school meals funding to protect children, and health systems in the Americas brace for drought, fires, floods and disease risks. In Peru, extreme heat and widespread risk zones expose over 3 million children to disaster risk, with UNICEF highlighting the scale of affected educational facilities and health infrastructure as the region faces broad El Niño disruptions.
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Severe Storms Bring Flooding and Winds to Australia and Parts of U.S.
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— Sep 17, 2026
Across Australia, authorities warned of elevated fire danger in Tasmania, widespread storm damage and power outages in South Australia and Western Australia, and an unusually warm El Niño-influenced winter pattern bringing heavy rain and strong winds to parts of the country. In North America, meteorologists issued severe-weather alerts for strong thunderstorms with gusty winds and hail across several states, while Canadian Maritime media highlighted local weather watchers tracking September conditions.
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Mineral-Rich Nation Wants To Join Forces With US Dollar’s Chief Enemy
Jillian Butler · 3 min · 1h
Hong Kong court convicts Wall Street Journal publisher of blocking reporter union role
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— Sep 10, 2026
A Hong Kong court convicted Dow Jones Publishing Co (Asia) Inc, publisher of The Wall Street Journal, of deterring reporter Selina Cheng from taking a leadership role in the city’s press union, while acquitting it of unlawfully firing her. The ruling highlights ongoing concerns about press freedom in Hong Kong amid pressures on the media landscape and union activity.
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Rachel Meyers
The court rightly punished the interference with union duties, but acquitting on the firing leaves too many questions about how reporters are treated.
Can you actually read a map?
Quizie
— Quiz
Fifteen world-geography questions. Most people miss at least three — the AI grades you and names your traveler rank.
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Families demand accountability after dogs die at pet facilities in heat
Lifestyle
— Sep 8, 2026
Multiple families report the deaths of pet dogs in care settings and emergencies, including a Goldendoodle left unsupervised at a Yorkshire boarding facility that died of heat exposure and a 110-pound Labrador left in a van at an Illinois daycare on a hot day, with investigations underway and the daycare owner facing cruelty charges. Separately, a family in Malta mourns Ella, a dog killed in a widespread house fire after firefighters battled the blaze for hours, highlighting pets’ vulnerability in both caregiving environments and emergencies.
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High School Football Coach Who Was Fired for Praying Gets Ultimate Vindication
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— Oct 27, 2022
A Washington state high school football coach whose right to pray after games was endorsed by the U.S. Supreme Court will be returning to the school that fired him. However, despite a timeline for the return of Joseph…
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Texas Pipeline Explodes In Towering Pillar of Fire
Reporting
— Jul 7, 2022
A natural gas pipeline exploded southwest of Houston on Thursday, sending a towering plume of fire and smoke high into the sky. Live footage of the pipeline explosion reveals the intensity of the fire and smoke…
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High School Principal Axed After Prom Is Marred by ‘Disgusting Spectacle’ Featuring a Drag Queen
Opinion
— May 1, 2024
A high school principal in Albuquerque, New Mexico, has been fired during an investigation into a drag queen performance at prom. According to NBC News , Irene Cisneros, the principal at Atrisco Heritage Academy High…
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Mamdani Refuses to Walk Back Oct. 7 Statement as Criticism Mounts
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is standing by his controversial description of Israel’s military campaign in Gaza as a “genocide,” despite criticism from members of the Jewish community and lawmakers over his comments made on the anniversary of the Oct. 7 terrorist attack. Mamdani addressed the backlash Thursday while speaking with reporters at an unrelated event, according to Fox News . He wa
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Video Shows Heroic High School Principals Actions In Tense Moment
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— Apr 15, 2026
Newly released surveillance video captures the moment an Oklahoma high school principal rushed toward danger and stopped an armed intruder who had opened fire inside the building. The footage shows Pauls Valley High…
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Electric Vehicle ‘Spontaneously’ Catches on Fire While at High-End Auto Dismantler
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— Aug 4, 2023
A Tesla that had been sitting for months after a wreck “spontaneously” ignited into flames on Wednesday in California as it was being prepared to be dismantled. The Sacramento Bee reported the fire started just after 5…
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Science Experiment Gone Wrong: Teacher Sets Student's Hands on Fire, Causing Serious Burns
Reporting
— Apr 10, 2022
Some of the most popular science experiments in middle and high schools involve fire. And in many cases, under supervision and done correctly, those experiments are great teaching opportunities that really stick with…
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Gay Substitute Teacher Fired After Found to Be Distributing Rainbow 'PRIDE' Bracelets
Reporting
— Apr 3, 2022
An Ohio school district fired homosexual substitute teacher Jay Bowman after he distributed LGBTQ+ bracelets to high school students. The incident is part of a nationwide debate on homosexual topics in the classroom…
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Schiff: Trump’s Decision To Fire Senior Officials Will ‘Make This Transition Even More Difficult’
Reporting
— Nov 19, 2020
President Donald Trump is receiving criticism for his decision to fire several high ranking officials in the days following the election and his decision to delay the transition process for President-elect Joe Biden …
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Battleground Governor’s Trump Permitting Pact Pours Fuel On Data Center Fire
Dylan Kresak · 4 min · 1h
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