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Eagles inactivate Lane Johnson for personal reasons ahead of Rams — 1dEagles ruled six-time Pro Bowler Lane Johnson inactive vs. the Rams for personal reasons after listing him questionable about two hours before kickoff; rookie Markel Bell to start.

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Chris Dalton Markel Bell getting the start as a rookie means he has a real chance to prove himself in a tough spot.

Six children and two adults injured jumping from Cleveland house fireWorld — Sep 26, 2026Six children and two adults injured after jumping from the second floor of a burning Cleveland home; all eight taken to MetroHealth with minor injuries.

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Sam Okafor Jumping from the second floor was risky but smart under the circumstances, shows why having an exit plan matters.

Choice Hotels Opens Six Properties, Portfolio Tops 300 — 6dChoice Hotels opened six upscale properties across Colorado, Florida, Vermont and Wisconsin: two Cambria hotels and four Ascend Collection hotels. The openings bring its U.S. upscale portfolio to more than 300 operating hotels, with nearly 150 more in development.

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Two-Headed Turtle Hatchling Found on Cape CodEnvironment — Sep 28, 2026A rare two-headed diamondback terrapin hatchling discovered at a protected site on Cape Cod is doing well in wildlife care, swimming and eating. The congenital condition, known as bicephaly, is uncommon, though the center has cared for three such terrapins in six years.

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Second toddler drowns in Columbus retention pond that met regulations — Sep 28, 2026Two-year-old Beeny Mbo was found dead in a north Columbus retention pond that met 2024 city rules, about six hours after he was reported missing.

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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.

Stützle's Three Points Lead Senators Past Bruins 4-1 — 4hTim Stützle scored two goals and an assist as Ottawa beat Boston 4-1 on Oct. 5, 2026, moving into sixth on the Senators’ all-time list with 413 points.

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Tom Gallagher Boston's power play staying scoreless all night made it tough for them to mount any real comeback.

UK universities see 14% rise in antisemitic incidents, report finds — 6dThe Community Security Trust recorded 95 antisemitic incidents involving UK universities in 2025/26, up 14% from the prior year and nearly 80% above 2022/23, though below the 272 reported in 2023/24. Most involved abuse, while the two-year report also logged six assaults, two incidents of extreme violence and 16 incidents attributed to university staff; the CST said Jewish students and staff continue to face a serious campus problem.

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Chris Dalton Staff members involved in any of these cases should face immediate investigation and discipline.

Two former winners among six on 2026 Booker Prize shortlist — Sep 22, 2026Former winners Marlon James and Douglas Stuart made the 2026 Booker shortlist of six announced Sept. 22; either could become the fifth author to win twice.

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Nicole Hardy Douglas Stuart writes with such honesty that another Booker would feel earned. Curious if his latest holds up to what made Shuggie Bain stick with so many readers.

Greece closes 75 schools amid Europe’s aging crisis — 1dGreece closed 75 schools this year. On Kalamos the last school has two sixth graders and will shut when they leave; its kindergarten already sits empty with toys on the shelves.

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Report ties Iran oil spike to electric trucks undercutting diesel in six EU markets — Sep 27, 2026Electric trucks now cost less to own and operate than diesel models in six EU markets that account for 46% of new heavy-truck sales, as Iran-conflict-linked diesel price increases strengthen the economics of switching. Transport & Environment estimates five-year savings of up to €100,000 in the Netherlands and €85,000 in Germany, with operators recovering electric trucks’ higher upfront cost in about two years; lower-priced Chinese models add pressure on European manufacturers.

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Dana Whitfield Recovering the higher upfront cost in two years sounds realistic when oil spikes hit operators this hard across Germany and elsewhere.

Frankie Muniz Describes Six-Week 'Nightmare' After Split — Sep 18, 2026Frankie Muniz, 40, said Sept. 18 the last six weeks have been a "nightmare" after hitting rock bottom, two months after his divorce from Paige Price.

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Tom Gallagher Sounds like a rough stretch but plenty of people bounce back stronger once the dust settles from a split.

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

Athletics Rally From Six-Run Deficit, Beat Angels — Sep 22, 2026The Oakland Athletics erased a six-run deficit to defeat the Los Angeles Angels 9-7 in West Sacramento, powered by Carlos Cortes’ pinch-hit RBI triple and a go-ahead two-run homer in the eighth, with Zack Gelof adding a later two-run blast. The win, part of a bid to end the season on a high note and avoid a 100-loss campaign, comes as the A’s face a six-game finale slate against the Angels and seek strong performances from pitchers and position players alike.

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Wisconsin Completes 17-Point Comeback at No. 13 Penn StateSports — Sep 25, 2026Wisconsin rallied from a 17-0 deficit to beat No. 13 Penn State 24-20, ending a six-game losing streak against the Nittany Lions as quarterback Colton Joseph threw two fourth-quarter touchdowns, including the game-winner. Penn State’s defense had forced two first-half interceptions, but the offense missed injured leading receiver Koby Howard and couldn’t hold the lead.

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Mandalay Airport Closed for Two Days After Six Drones Attack — Sep 11, 2026Myanmar's Mandalay airport was shut for two days after six suicide drone attacks on Sept 10, disrupting flights but causing no casualties, with reopening planned around Sept 13. The military-backed government blamed pro-democracy People's Defence Forces for the attack, while security forces intercepted the drones and neutralized explosives, underscoring the ongoing civil conflict surrounding the coup.

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Sam Okafor This drone attack on a civilian airport is a worrying escalation in Myanmar's conflict.

SUV Driver Faces Murder Allegations in Bus Crash — Sep 16, 2026A Chatsworth crash left two people dead and six injured after an SUV struck a Metro bus, with the driver under arrest on suspicion of murder as investigators probe reckless driving, a red-light violation and possible DUI. The incident occurred ahead of an NBC helicopter crash at the scene that killed three others, and authorities later identified two bus victims while continuing the investigation.

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The Four-Letter Type TestQuizie — QuizThe classic sixteen-types test — twenty questions, four axes, your letters computed for real, and an AI portrait written for your exact mix.

Torkelson Leads Tigers to Sixth Straight Win — Sep 13, 2026The Detroit Tigers routed the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1 to extend their win streak to six, with Spencer Torkelson belting a three-run homer (his 24th) and Drew Anderson tossing five shutout innings. The lopsided win tightens Detroit’s wild-card chase to 4.5 games behind Cleveland, as Torkelson went 2-for-4 with a walk, a steal, and scored multiple runs while Max Clark added two hits and two RBIs.

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Jeanty Leads Raiders Past Dolphins 27-13 — Sep 12, 2026Ashton Jeanty exploded for 102 rushing yards on 23 carries and caught all six targets for 45 yards with two receiving touchdowns, helping the Raiders to a 27-13 win and signaling a breakout in Klint Kubiak’s run-first offense. The performance, coming after an ankle injury, showcased his versatility and steadier offense, with Kirk Cousins and teammates praising his impact and leadership.

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Rachel Meyers Jeanty showed real versatility with those receiving touchdowns after the ankle issue, and the run game finally clicked under Kubiak.

Nashville Airport Begins Dolly Parton Renaming Process — Sep 9, 2026The Metro Nashville Airport Authority is moving to rename Nashville International Airport 'Dolly Parton International Airport' while keeping the BNA code, with a board vote anticipated and broad support from Gov. Bill Lee and Parton’s family. The change would cost millions, still requires FAA approval, and could take six months to a year for signage if the two-year-death naming rule is waived.

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Actor Noel Clarke Charged With Six Sex Offences — Sep 9, 2026British actor Noel Clarke, 50, has been charged with two counts of sexual assault, three counts of voyeurism, and one count of exposure in connection with alleged misconduct involving five women between 2007 and 2016, with proceedings to be heard at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on October 21 after a CPS decision to prosecute. The charges stem from a Metropolitan Police investigation that began in 2025, and authorities urge any victims to come forward as the case proceeds publicly.

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Jared Kim Five women reporting similar misconduct suggests the CPS had enough evidence to prosecute.

Walton's 10th-Inning Homer Lifts Athletics 6-5Sports — Sep 9, 2026Donovan Walton fueled several Athletics rallies, belting a walk-off two-run homer in the 10th to beat Seattle and posting multi-hit efforts in other outings, including a 2-for-3 showing with a solo homer in a 4-2 loss to Toronto. Through these performances, Walton is delivering consistent pop (six homers this season) and a solid stat line as Oakland relies on him in an injury‑ravaged lineup.

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Russian Strike on Kyiv Injures 12, Including Two Children — Sep 17, 2026Sixteen people, including two children ages 10 and 12, were injured in a Russian attack on Kyiv on Sept. 17, 2026.

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Marcus Bell It's awful seeing children hurt in these overnight strikes on residential areas. The damage to homes and water systems will hit civilians hardest.

Red Sox beat Angels 5-2, pull within two games of Yankees — Sep 7, 2026Boston kept its hot streak, powering to a 5-2 win over the Angels as Brayan Bello returned with five scoreless innings while Adley Rutschman and Jarren Duran supplied the power in a game that helped fuel a broader run of success. In a separate Sunday game, Payton Tolle struck out 12 over six innings to spark a 3-1 win over Baltimore, with Aroldis Chapman earning his 400th career save as Boston pushed its winning ways through a four-game Orioles sweep and continued bullpen depth, aided by White’s three-run homer.