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Researchers Drill Over 60 Feet Into Durupınar Formation Near Mount Ararat — 1dResearchers studying a boat-shaped formation in eastern Turkey that has long been linked to the biblical story of Noah’s Ark have completed their first full field season, collectin… — by Andrew Powell

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Nicole Hardy This fieldwork at Durupınar finally gives us concrete data on whether the shape matches any ancient vessel.

Minor League Pickleball Launches Mixed V3 FormatWorld — 5dMinor League Pickleball has introduced a mixed v3 format featuring three 21-point matches, with men’s doubles played first and captains choosing mixed pairings afterward. The 2026–27 college pickleball season is also set to open with three events, amid notable roster transfers and renewed rivalries.

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DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Tops 4,000 Deaths — 3dNew York Gov. Kathy Hochul appointed Attorney General Letitia James to oversee a renewed investigation into alleged sexual assault at Cornell, citing concerns about the local prosecutor’s handling of the case. Elsewhere, health officials warned that declining Ebola reports in Congo may reflect weak surveillance, while G7 nations agreed to release oil reserves to ease energy prices; Indonesian officials also reported two new formations near Mount Anak Krakatau after its recent eruption.

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Legal Platforms Offer AI Document Tools — Sep 26, 2026DocStyle introduced an optional AI feature that lets legal professionals use plain-language commands in Word to format and automate documents, with underlying processing done locally and support for multiple AI assistants. Separately, Lawzana Flow offers small firms an integrated workspace for client leads, case management and AI document review, including source references to help users verify answers.

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Kosovo Parliament Approves Kurti’s Fourth Government — Sep 13, 2026Kosovo's Parliament formally completed the formation of its institutions and approved Albin Kurti as prime minister for a new term, despite boycotts from some parties. The nomination and formation process—led by VV and Acting President Haxhiu—culminated in Kurti's reappointment after the June 2026 elections to address ongoing institutional crises and advance European integration.

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Jared Kim Continuity under Kurti is fine if it tackles the institutional problems without more gridlock.

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.

ManningCast Draws 705,000 Amid Ratings Decline — Sep 21, 2026Arch Manning faces ongoing scrutiny over inconsistent production after a strong start, with critics arguing his performance has failed to meet expectations ahead of Texas at Tennessee. Separately, the ManningCast’s guest-heavy format has drawn criticism for diluting football analysis, as viewership and ESPN’s overall MNF presentation strategy show the alt-broadcast losing some of its edge and remaining a contested but persistent element of the NFL telecast lineup.

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Engineer Book Offers New Take on Biblical Red Sea Crossing — Sep 16, 2026Jeffrey Donlin’s book A Highway in the Midst argues for a miraculous formation of dry ground during the Red Sea crossing, reinterpreting the Hebrew term Chomah to emphasize a defensive barrier rather than a vertical wall and challenging traditional readings of the Exodus. Drawing on engineering analysis and linguistic study, the work invites reevaluation of the miracle and its description.

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Rachel Meyers An engineer breaking down the dry ground formation adds practical detail that makes the event feel less like pure legend.

96 Casserole Recipes Cover Family MealsLifestyle — Sep 19, 2026A round-up of casserole recipes across multiple outlets showcases family-friendly, one-dish dinners ranging from hearty meat-and-pasta bakes to veggie-forward and low-carb vegetarian options, highlighting both comfort classics and lighter twists. The collections also provide practical tips for entertaining and meal prep, including potluck-friendly formats, make-ahead options, and quick weeknight meals.

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Charlotte FC Beats D.C. United 1-0 — Sep 18, 2026Charlotte FC's Ashley Westwood, back from suspension, delivered a spectacular goal as the teams clash at Audi Field, with Charlotte riding momentum toward a top-four push while DC United vie to stay in playoff contention. The match is streamed exclusively on Apple TV, with Charlotte and DC United both set up in 4-3-3 formations under Dean Smith and René Weiler respectively, and Westwood’s return highlighted as a key factor.

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Verstappen Starts Last and Overtakes All 100 Karters in 35 Minutes — Sep 15, 2026At Silverstone, Max Verstappen started the Max vs 100 karting showdown from 101st and, after a chaotic first-lap pile-up, overtook all 100 rivals to win in about 35 minutes in a world-record event that doubled as his first victory of 2026. He touted the win as among his best yet as the race drew wide attention for its dramatic format and high-speed dominance.

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Shanahan Details 49ers’ Australia Trip Toll — Sep 17, 2026The 49ers’ first-ever Australia trip contributed to jet-lag and a rocky return, with coach Kyle Shanahan admitting he felt terrible for several days but then saw the team return to a normal schedule ahead of Week 2 against Miami, while a rookie receiver suffered a significant ankle injury. The NFL is stretch-testing international games, with some caveats about travel burden and potential future Australia stopovers, amid mixed sentiment about the long-distance format and its impact on performance.

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Soccer vs American FootballYourlist — VS BattleThe world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.

Florida Lottery Reports $6 Million Winner as Jackpot Climbs — Sep 16, 2026Lottery players nationwide are being reminded how to play and where to claim winnings, with updates from Florida, New York, and multiple states on Sept. 15–16 draws, Mega Millions estimates, and prize rules. Florida reports a $6 million Florida Lotto winner from Aug. 5 and ongoing rollovers, New York highlights Millionaire for Life along with other draw games, and Philippine Ultra Lotto 6/58 details play formats and consecutive-draw options.

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Inter Miami’s Nu Stadium Selected for 2027 Women’s Champions Cup Final Round — Sep 20, 2026Miami’s Nu Stadium will host the final phase of the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup 2027, featuring Barcelona and Club América with the remaining two slots determined through a continental qualifying path culminating in a four-team knockout in late January. Separately, UEFA announced the 2027 UEFA Women’s Champions League final will be staged at Warsaw’s National Stadium under a revamped 18-team single-league format, along with the launch of a second competition, the UEFA Women’s Europa Cup, marking Poland’s first time hosting the women’s club final.

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Nicole Hardy Warsaw landing the 2027 final under the new format is a solid step for Poland and the added Europa Cup gives more clubs a shot.

Powerball, State Lotteries Release Saturday ResultsLifestyle — Sep 17, 2026Lottery results and prize-claim guidance were published for multiple jurisdictions, including Vermont and Connecticut in the U.S., plus a Powerball drawing in Michigan that yielded a $298 million jackpot, with detailed claim rules and second-chance options noted. In the UK, the National Lottery unveiled a double-round Lotto format worth £3.4m and a shared jackpot, while Connecticut pages also outline two daily Play 3/Play 4 drawings and general prize-handling procedures.

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Mercury May Have Shrunk Up to 23 Kilometers — Sep 10, 2026New research indicates Mercury has contracted 10% to 30% more than previously thought, shrinking about 12 miles (roughly 19 kilometers) in diameter since its formation, with surface debris from ancient impacts obscuring the planet’s shrinkage signs. The finding could imply a larger metal core or different core composition and temperature history, and future BepiColombo measurements are expected to help confirm the extent of Mercury’s cooling and contraction.

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Dana Whitfield The debris from old impacts covering up the shrinkage clues is a good point. BepiColombo data should settle how much the planet has really changed.

Your friends plan a heist. Who does what?Quizie — QuizName the crew and the AI assigns every role — mastermind to distraction — plus who gets caught first. Private until you share it.

Classic TV Shows Retain Enduring Cultural InfluenceEntertainment — Sep 9, 2026NBC’s Hill Street Blues helped redefine the procedural format and continues to influence modern crime dramas, shaping entire networks’ storytelling approaches. The Odd Couple, Designing Women, and enduring fan communities around Supernatural, Star Trek, The X-Files, and Stranger Things underscore how classic series remain culturally influential long after their premieres and finales.

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Iraq fires commander after confirming drones targeting Saudi pipeline launched from its soil — Sep 11, 2026Iraq’s Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi dismissed a Maysan province operations commander after investigations confirmed drone attacks on Saudi Arabia originated from Iraqi territory, and ordered the formation of an investigative council. Saudi Arabia reported the East-West Pipeline was attacked by drones launched from Iraq, and while it did not retaliate, the incident underscores rising regional tensions amid the broader US-Israel-Iran conflict.

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Rachel Meyers Iraq must get serious about controlling its territory or these drone incidents will keep pulling the region into bigger conflicts.

Fujifilm Debuts Instax Link WIDE 2 Printer With New Collage App Tools — Sep 14, 2026Fujifilm upgrades its instax ecosystem with the Link WIDE 2, introducing Photo Mixer for automatic collage layouts, extensive app customization, QR-code sharing, and a refreshed two-tone design, plus wide-format printing on Instax Wide film. Simultaneously, the Pal 2 camera gets a rectangular redesign with an optical viewfinder and top LCD, while offering richer controls and effects to complement the Link Wide 2 printing experience.

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Priya Raman Wide film printing stays a strong point but I hope the new app does not force extra steps just to share via QR.

Sept. 17 Lottery Results and Powerball JackpotsLifestyle — Sep 13, 2026Global lottery updates show mixed outcomes and reforms: the Philippines’ PCSO reported no winners for the Grand Lotto 6/55 and Megalotto 6/45 jackpots on Sept 14, 2026, while New Zealand moves to a 14-ball Powerball format starting Sept 16 with a higher $60 million cap and altered odds. Meanwhile, Daily Lotto results were posted in South Africa with notable jackpot estimates, and apps continue to provide alerts and terms of use for lottery results across regions.

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First Adult T. Rex Trackway Discovered in N.D. — Sep 8, 2026Scientists documented the first adult Tyrannosaurus rex trackway in the Hell Creek Formation of North Dakota, a 23-foot sequence of four tridactyl footprints dating to about 66.5 million years ago, analyzed with 3D scans to reveal gait and behavior. Found in 2025 on federal land near Marmarth, the tracks suggest a leisurely pace of roughly 3.5 to 4.5 mph as researchers plan further excavations and 3D reproductions.

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Cathay and Google expand AI trials to curb contrails on ultra-long-haul flights — Sep 7, 2026Cathay Pacific and Google are expanding AI-powered trials to predict contrail formation and adjust flight paths, aiming to reduce the aviation sector’s climate impact by enabling altitude or route changes on ultra-long-haul and other routes across the Asia-Pacific region. The program, which involves real-world operational data and partnerships with NGOs, seeks to broaden understanding of contrail avoidance and scale sustainable practices across Cathay’s global network.

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Jared Kim Nice to see an airline actually testing this in real operations instead of just modeling it on paper. Contrails are a bigger warming factor than people realize.

Soap Opera Magazine Named 2026 Top News SiteEntertainment — Sep 9, 2026Soap Opera News reports returning and new cast across Beyond the Gates, Days of Our Lives, General Hospital, The Bold and the Beautiful, and The Young and the Restless for September 14–18, 2026, plus details on new writers and upcoming plot developments. Separately, industry coverage highlights Soap Opera Magazine’s No. 1 ranking among daytime outlets for 2026, a TrekMovie interview discusses Strange New Worlds’ soap-opera-style episode and why the format remains relevant, and a best/worst of the week piece surveys recent storylines and set changes.