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Illinois Parts Ways With Defensive Coordinator Hauck After Four Games — 9hIllinois parted ways with Bobby Hauck on September 27, 2026 after four games and a 42-19 Ohio State loss in which the defense had nine players on the field for a late score.

Dana Whitfield Illinois has to fix the defense now or the whole season is lost before it starts.

U.S., China Agree on Tariff Relief for $30 Billion in Goods — 2dU.S. and China agreed on tariff relief for $30 billion in nonsensitive goods each way after Trump-Xi meeting; details expected Monday.

Derek Foss This relief on 30 billion in goods could ease costs for importers, though details on Monday will show if it's meaningful.

LAFC fires Dos Santos after 1-4-5 run — 5hLAFC parted ways with head coach Marc Dos Santos on Sept. 27, 2026 after a 1-4-5 MLS run since Aug. 1, sitting sixth in the West with 41 points.

Priya Raman Sixth place should have bought Dos Santos more time. Firing him now risks more instability before they find a real replacement.

Parma and Carlos Cuesta part ways after difficult Serie A start — 16hParma have parted ways with head coach Carlos Cuesta after internal discussions concluded they disagreed on the club’s sporting direction. The change comes after a poor opening to the Serie A season, and the club’s technical staff will lead training while Parma considers a replacement.

Dana Whitfield Parma's quick split with Cuesta shows they value results over patience in a tough league.

How to pray to GodLifestyle — 1dFor beginners who want a clear way to talk with God and leave feeling steadier.

Jared Kim I like how it emphasizes leaving steadier, that part actually worked for me after a tough day.

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.

How to meditate at homeLifestyle — 1dFor anyone new to sitting still who wants a repeatable way to steady attention in under ten minutes.

Derek Foss The breathing steps worked well for me but I still fidget after five minutes.

How to pray the Lord's Prayer — 1dFor anyone who wants a clear, steady way to speak with God using the exact words Jesus taught.

Tom Gallagher This guide makes the prayer feel more personal and direct when I say it slowly.

Wrong-Way Incidents Bring Arizona Arrest, Tennessee Trooper Injury — 3dAn Arizona driver was arrested after allegedly driving the wrong way on I-40 near Winslow as part of a game called “Lunatic,” in which participants intentionally drive against traffic. Troopers stopped the SUV before a crash, and authorities warned that the dangerous stunt could cost lives.

Curate Launches Integrated Two-Way Client Texting — 3dCurate launched two-way texting for its event operations platform, enabling caterers and other event businesses to message clients from contact profiles and keep incoming and outgoing conversations in a shared chronological record.

Maya Lindstrom This texting tool should cut down on missed messages and keep everything organized for busy caterers.

Crypto Stocks, Tokenization, Listings Draw Investor AttentionFinance — 2dRecent investment coverage spotlighted publicly traded Bitcoin and blockchain companies—including miners, infrastructure providers and Figure Technology—as ways to gain indirect exposure to digital assets, while noting company-specific and market risks. Separately, advocates see tokenizing stocks as a way to expand access and enable round-the-clock trading and use of equities on blockchain networks.

Brazilians Say Economy Worsened Despite Lula Reelection Bid — 1dA Quaest poll finds nearly half of Brazilians say the economy worsened as butcher Kleyton Zacarioto rejects Lula: "Someone who earns a minimum wage has no way to get ahead."

Priya Raman Lula should put more effort into bringing down living costs if he expects to win another term.

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

Beijing Canal Arts Fest opens with global performancesTravel — 2dThe fourth Beijing International Canal Arts Fest opened in Tongzhou on Sept. 24, bringing artists from 13 countries together for performances, cultural activities and canal-themed tours. Organizers cast the festival as a way to promote international exchange and tourism while preserving the Grand Canal as living heritage.

Which way Texas — Sep 17, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.

Tom Gallagher I wish both sides would focus less on memes and more on fixing the grid and border issues for real.

Sunny Hostin Reveals She Was Holdout Juror in 1991 Cannibal Case — 4dLong before Lindsay Clancy’s trial ended in a mistrial due to a holdout juror, other trials ended the same way. “The View” host Sunny Hostin revealed she was a holdout juror where… — by Sandra Rhodes

Rachel Meyers One juror sticking to their guns like she did can really shape how justice plays out in wild trials.

INEZ Builds Comfort Into Designer HeelsLifestyle — 3dFootwear brands are addressing the tension between style and comfort in different ways: Pashion and VICE VERSA offer heels that convert to flats or lower heels, while New York-based INEZ builds cushioning and arch support into designer heels. INEZ pairs that comfort-focused construction with feminine designs and Spanish shoemaking craftsmanship.

Can you read data — or just vibes?Quizie — QuizFifteen questions on charts, stats, and the tricks numbers play. The rank tells everyone whether to trust your slides.

Aaron Donald’s Rams Comeback Faces Broncos — 4dAaron Donald returned from retirement with the Rams and showed he can still disrupt offenses, though he is scrutinizing his first game for ways to improve. His next test is against the Broncos, whose young quarterback Bo Nix has struggled under pressure as Denver prepares for Donald and a resurgent Rams pass rush.

Nvidia CEO Calls AI Fears Distraction — 3dNvidia CEO Jensen Huang has dismissed sweeping AI-doom predictions as unscientific and, at times, a way to stoke demand, while arguing that labs should be shut down if they cannot contain unsafe experiments and that existing rules should be enforced. Critics say his push for rapid AI development and limited new regulation reflects a disconnect from the technology’s effects, including potential harms to learning and jobs.

Stella Lefty Holds Country Airplay No. 1 for Second Week — 2dStella Lefty’s debut single “Boston” has held No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart for a second week, making her the first solo woman since Gretchen Wilson in 2004 to achieve a multiweek chart-topper with her debut. The song reached the summit after 22 weeks, while new chart entries include Luke Bryan and Luke Combs’ “Finders Keepers” and Kenny Chesney’s “Remember Me That Way.”

US and Chinese fast-food chains open outlets in each other's markets — Sep 20, 2026Church's opened its first Shanghai store last month with 600 more planned as Mixue drew cold crowds in New York in two-way U.S.-China fast-food expansion.

Tom Gallagher Seeing chains swap markets like this should give customers more choices without raising prices much.

Wednesday briefing: Iran retaliates; the best way to exercise; New Hampshire primaries; and more — Sep 9, 2026

Jared Kim New Hampshire voters usually reward candidates who show up and listen, so the results should clarify who has real grassroots support.

St. Thérèse of Lisieux Enters CarmelGood News — FROM 1888Young girl offers little way of love.

Russian Emigration Queries Surge Amid Mobilization Fears — Sep 14, 2026Kovcheg saw nearly eight times more emigration inquiries last month than in May; a Moscow woman called the draft 'a one-way ticket.'

Maya Lindstrom Digital restrictions will make remote work impossible for many, so leaving is a practical step.

Bill Gates Calls AI 'Alien Intelligence,' Urges US-China Cooperation — Sep 15, 2026Gates calls AI “alien intelligence” and says governments are “way behind,” as his foundation commits $1B over two years and he urges US-China cooperation.

Sam Okafor No country looks ready for the job losses AI will bring in agriculture and clinics so the warning about inequality feels realistic.

Jaguars Outline Fluid Two-Way Plan for Hunter's Return — Sep 11, 2026The Jacksonville Jaguars plan to use Travis Hunter as a two-way player, starting at cornerback but with potential limited offensive involvement as game plans allow, and coach Liam Coen says Hunter will play both WR and CB with usage that’s fluid and situational. Hunter is returning from a knee injury and the team aims to maximize his defensive impact while using him strategically on offense, including in the season opener against the Cleveland Browns.

Nicole Hardy Fluid usage on offense could work if they keep it situational and don't rush it.