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Dubois, Han Set for Three-Belt Unification — Nov 6, 2026Undefeated champions Caroline Dubois and Stephanie Han will meet in El Paso on Feb. 20, 2027, in a lightweight unification bout for the WBC, WBO and WBA titles. The fight gives Dubois a chance to add Han’s belt and move closer to becoming undisputed, while Han will defend her title in front of her hometown fans.

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Russia Sends Over 70 Business Reps to Meet Taliban on Trade — 2dA Russian delegation led by Deputy Prime Minister Alexei Overchuk met Taliban officials in Kabul to expand trade and investment, as Afghanistan seeks foreign partners amid economic isolation. The talks focused on Russian investment in mining, manufacturing, infrastructure, agriculture and logistics, alongside expanded Afghan exports and trade links.

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Hot Inflation Prompts Fed to Weigh Half-Point Hike — 4dOctober inflation came in hotter than expected, with core prices rising 0.3% for a third straight month, prompting Federal Reserve officials to signal they may consider a half-point rate hike in December. The data intensified market expectations for tighter policy, which could raise borrowing costs and weigh on business investment and risk assets.

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Rachel Meyers Businesses will cut back on new projects if loans keep getting more expensive.

Inflation Rises More Than Expected in October3 sources — 4d

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Sam Okafor Higher prices like this make it tougher for wages to keep up, especially for working families.

Sundareshan Elected Arizona Senate President-Elect — Nov 7, 2026Arizona Democrats selected Tucson state Sen. Priya Sundareshan as Senate president for the 2027 session, making her the first Indian American to lead the chamber. Her election follows Democrats’ capture of both legislative chambers while retaining the governor’s office, giving the party unified control of state government for the first time since 1966; Sundareshan says her priorities include delivering practical results for residents.

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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.

Dollar Stabilizes Ahead of US Inflation DataFinance — 5dThe dollar steadied ahead of U.S. October inflation data, which investors see as a key signal for the Federal Reserve’s rate decisions; recent risk appetite and falling yields had pressured the currency, while strong jobs data and expectations of rate hikes offered support. October inflation hotter than expected could revive dollar gains.

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Rachel Meyers If inflation prints hotter than expected the Fed will have to keep hiking and the dollar should break higher soon.

US stocks surge after Republicans lose sole control of Washington — Nov 4, 2026U.S. stocks rallied after Republicans lost control of Congress in the midterms, with the Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq all rising. Solar stocks advanced, while investors flagged potential risks for Trump Media, AI companies and Elon Musk-linked businesses; analysts cautioned that corporate earnings and interest rates may matter more to markets over time than election results.

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Marcus Bell Earnings reports and rate decisions will probably drive things more than who controls Congress.

US Job Openings Jump to 7.52 MillionBusiness — Nov 3, 2026U.S. job openings rose more than expected to about 7.5 million in September, while hiring increased and layoffs declined, suggesting firmer labor demand. Still, economists describe a low-hire, low-fire market, with employment gains remaining modest.

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Tom Gallagher Even with more openings the modest employment gains suggest businesses remain cautious about expanding.

Automakers Launch November Car Lease DealsAuto — Nov 4, 2026November lease offers show mixed value: Toyota’s Tacoma deal improves slightly with a longer term, while the Camry lease has become more expensive than October’s. Hyundai’s Tucson lineup adds hybrid and plug-in options, with the plug-in standing out, and Honda’s 2026 Civic leases are generally cheaper than equivalent 2027 offers.

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US Election Day Gas Prices Reach Record $4.14Finance — Nov 4, 2026Gasoline topped $4 a gallon on Election Day, with prices sharply higher amid the Iran war and disrupted energy supplies, intensifying pressure on household budgets. Democrats’ sweeping midterm gains put the cost of fuel and broader economic discontent in focus, though commentators said the election results reflected more than energy prices alone.

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Swiss Inflation Hits 1.5% on Fuel SurgeFinance — Nov 3, 2026Swiss inflation rose more than expected to 1.5% year over year in October, driven mainly by a sharp increase in fuel and other energy prices. Core inflation held at 0.5%, indicating that broader domestic price pressures remain subdued and giving the Swiss National Bank room to monitor whether the energy-driven rise persists.

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Dana Whitfield The Swiss National Bank has time to watch if this spike fades on its own.

Support Trump vs Support DemocratsYourlist — VS BattleEvery executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.

Trump plans major tele-rally for Letlow Senate bid — Oct 28, 2026President Donald Trump plans to hold a virtual rally on the eve of Louisiana’s Senate election to boost Republican nominee Julia Letlow, who faces Democrat Jamie Davis. The race may be closer than expected: early voting showed strong Democratic participation, while analysts say divisions from the Republican primary could pose a challenge for Letlow.

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Chicago Leads US Home-Price Growth in AugustFinance — Oct 27, 2026Chicago home prices are rising faster than elsewhere, with one measure showing a 6.7% annual gain in August and another reporting a 10.3% increase in September. National prices rose 2.1% year over year in August, but inflation outpaced that growth for the 15th consecutive month, keeping affordability strained as gains varied widely by city.

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German Inflation Falls More Than Expected to 2.8%Finance — Oct 30, 2026Germany's inflation fell more than expected to 2.8% in October after a fuel tax cut. The ECB held rates at 2.5%. Lagarde will step down in February.

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Dana Whitfield Good to see inflation easing faster than forecast, but energy prices could still force the ECB to hike again.

Merck raises profit outlook after Q3 sales beatBusiness — Oct 28, 2026Merck’s third-quarter revenue and adjusted earnings topped analyst expectations, led by stronger sales of Keytruda and Gardasil, although GAAP profit fell from a year earlier. The drugmaker raised its full-year adjusted earnings outlook and the low end of its revenue forecast, while noting that some quarterly growth came from customers buying medicines earlier than expected.

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Michigan Woman Arrested Twice for DUII in BendPolitics — Oct 26, 2026A Michigan woman was arrested twice for driving under the influence in less than eight hours in Bend, Oregon. After her first arrest, she was released to an acquaintance, then allegedly drove back to retrieve her dog while still impaired; she remains in custody pending arraignment.

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Trump Rallies Iowa Republicans, Promotes Farm Relief — Oct 22, 2026President Trump is rallying in Iowa to help Republicans defend a Senate seat and other offices as rising costs and trade concerns fuel voter unease and make races more competitive than expected. Senate candidate Ashley Hinson, facing Democrat Josh Turek, is backing the rally while stressing she will challenge Trump when she disagrees with him.

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Research Suggests Women Need Warmer, Shorter Cold Plunges — Oct 20, 2026Celebrities including Audrina Patridge and Gwyneth Paltrow are promoting cold-based wellness practices, from supervised cryotherapy to brief cold plunges, often alongside heat exposure. Research suggests women may respond differently to cold and heat than men, but experts and personal accounts point to moderation and individualized routines rather than extreme exposure.

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Regional Furniture Stores Create Immersive Room-Setting Showrooms — Oct 22, 2026Travel features spotlight large furniture showrooms in Colorado, Alabama, Florida, New Jersey and South Carolina, portraying them as inviting, well-organized destinations where shoppers can explore staged home furnishings rather than endure a routine errand.

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Derek Foss I like the idea of walking through full room setups instead of staring at rows of sofas in a warehouse.

Fears, Haugh Lead AP Preseason All-America Team — Oct 21, 2026Michigan State guard Jeremy Fears Jr. and Florida forward Thomas Haugh lead the AP’s 2026-27 preseason men’s All-America team after returning to college rather than entering the NBA draft. Vanderbilt’s Tyler Tanner, Illinois’ David Mirkovic and Arizona’s Motiejus Krivas round out the five-player team; Florida enters the season ranked No. 1, with Michigan State at No. 6.

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Nicole Hardy Fears staying at Michigan State should help them push for a better ranking than sixth this year.

Alaska Air Forecasts Q4 Loss Wider Than Expected on Fuel Costs — Oct 20, 2026Alaska Air Group reported a $147 million third-quarter net loss despite revenue rising 14% to $4.3 billion, as sharply higher fuel costs contributed to a projected $1.8 billion full-year fuel headwind. The airline expects a fourth-quarter adjusted loss of $2 to $2.50 per share, while forecasting 1% to 1.5% capacity growth and low-double-digit unit-revenue growth.

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Jason Sudeikis says better communication might have helped relationship with Olivia Wilde — Oct 18, 2026Jason Sudeikis says poor communication contributed to his 2020 breakup with Olivia Wilde, and that he wishes he had expressed his feelings more clearly rather than expecting her to read his mind. He also praised Wilde and said the experience helped him better understand others going through similar hardships.

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Derek Foss Admitting he expected mind reading shows real growth on his part. Sounds like the split taught him something useful for the future.

Rams Lose New Kicker Grupe to Knee Injury — Oct 18, 2026New Rams kicker Blake Grupe made a 44-yard FG then hurt his knee tackling Devin Duvernay; Cardinals won 18-16 as punter Ethan Evans hit the extra point.

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Maya Lindstrom Evans stepping in as kicker feels like another bandage on the Rams' ongoing special teams issues.

Republicans Find Winning the Election More Difficult Than Expected — Oct 17, 2026

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Derek Foss The race is tighter because independents are splitting their votes more than expected.