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Manhattan Office Tower Converts Into 1,320 Rental Homes
Lifestyle
— 4d
Architectural projects and research are exploring how buildings can serve changing needs, from restoring a neglected mid-century San Antonio home and converting a Manhattan office tower into 1,320 apartments to redesigning homes around care needs and studying the historic commercial and social role of Cypriot khans. Together, they highlight preservation and adaptive reuse as ways to connect architectural heritage with contemporary living.
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Ninth Circuit overturns Portland ICE tear-gas restrictions
Politics
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A divided Ninth Circuit panel overturned lower-court restrictions on federal officers’ use of tear gas and other nonlethal crowd-control weapons outside Portland’s ICE facility, ruling that protesters and nearby residents had not established the constitutional rights asserted in their lawsuits. The decisions drew a dissent from a Biden-appointed judge; plaintiffs had argued the chemical agents were used against demonstrators and drifted into nearby homes.
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Wilmington Officers Reunite With Family After Delivery
Health
— Nov 3, 2026
Wilmington first responders reunited with a family after officers helped deliver baby Oliver at the family’s home during a rapid labor. The mother and baby are doing well, and the family praised the officers, dispatchers and medical responders for their calm, compassionate help.
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Greensboro Police Joke GTA VI May Bring Respite
Tech
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Greensboro police went viral joking that GTA VI should arrive soon so people stay home and officers can “catch a break.” The post reflects the game’s huge anticipation and the department’s established, humor-driven social media style.
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Russian Pranksters Dupe OpenAI Officials Into Video Chat About ‘Offensive’ AI For Ukraine
Dylan Kresak · 5 min · 5h
Bessent Moves to Military Base Over Reported Iranian Threats
Scott Bessent
— 2d
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reportedly moved from his home to a military base after U.S. officials warned that Iranian plots targeting Americans had advanced, though the specific threat to him and Iran’s ability to carry out attacks remain unclear. Iran has denied plotting attacks on U.S. soil, while Bessent has led Washington’s economic pressure campaign against Tehran.
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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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Fresno Water Main Break Floods Homes, Streets
Weather
— 3d
A water main ruptured in southeast Fresno early Monday, flooding homes with up to three feet of water and creating a large sinkhole that shut down southbound Clovis Avenue. Residents faced extensive property damage and displacement as crews made repairs; a city official said the pipe was made of thinner material used in some mains built during the 1980s and ’90s.
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Developers Plan 317 Affordable Homes in Office Conversions
Business
— Oct 29, 2026
Two Southern California office properties are set for conversion into affordable housing: a former San Diego tower is planned to become 184 low-income apartments, while a Pasadena office site is slated for 133 units through reuse and new construction. The projects reflect efforts to turn underused commercial buildings into housing near jobs and transit.
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Worcester Opens 220 Homes, Plans 323 More
Business
— Nov 1, 2026
Worcester is considering a 255-apartment development near Coes Pond, which still needs zoning approval, as the city adds housing. Downtown, a former Fallon Health office tower has been converted into 198 market-rate apartments, alongside 22 income-restricted condominiums.
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Four-Year-Old Colby Cooks Found Dead in Atlanta
World
— Oct 26, 2026
An 11-year-old was found dead during a police and fire department well-being check at a Blue Ash, Ohio, home. A woman at the home was hospitalized, and the Hamilton County Coroner’s Office is working to determine the child’s cause of death.
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Pope Leo condemns machismo and violence against women in Peru
Pope Leo XIV condemned machismo and violence against women during his visit to Lima, calling for equal rights and women’s full participation in society and the Church. He also urged Peru’s bishops to support victims of clergy abuse with tru
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Texas Deputy Killed, Officer Wounded During Warrant Service
Texas Ranger Division
— Oct 21, 2026
A sheriff’s deputy was killed and a Canton police officer wounded in a shootout while officers served felony warrants at a rural Van Zandt County home. The suspect was found dead inside, and the Texas Rangers are investigating.
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Wilmington Police Investigate Viral Video of Apparent Slam
Politics
— Oct 23, 2026
Wilmington police are investigating a viral video showing an officer taking 18-year-old Antwan Greene to the ground during an encounter at a home, after officers reportedly said they smelled marijuana. Greene alleges the officers used excessive force and racially profiled him, while police say the clips do not show the full incident and that they are reviewing footage and witness statements.
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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
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Bakersfield Teen Arrested After Overnight SWAT Standoff
World
— Oct 29, 2026
A 16-year-old armed with a gun was arrested without incident after a domestic disturbance at a southwest Bakersfield home escalated into a standoff. Police said officers heard gunshots, evacuated nearby residents and used negotiators, drones and a chemical agent to get the teen to leave; a firearm was recovered.
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Peace River Flooding Threatens 60 DeSoto Homes
Weather
— Nov 5, 2026
The Peace River has crested above 16 feet in major flood stage in DeSoto County, inundating roads, parks and the Peace River Campground and prompting evacuations as officials warn that up to 60 homes could be affected. The water is expected to recede slowly, while residents and local organizations move people and animals to safety and prepare for recovery.
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Wisconsin, Indiana Declare Winter Weather Preparedness Weeks
Weather
— 3d
Wisconsin and Indiana officials marked winter preparedness weeks by urging residents to prepare for cold, storms, power outages and hazardous roads with home and vehicle emergency supplies, safe heating practices and cautious travel. In Indiana, Duke Energy Foundation grants will also bolster first responders’ severe-weather planning, equipment and communications.
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Navy Scrambles To Ramp Up Tomahawk Production After Iran War Burns Through Arsenal
Francis Kapper · 4 min · 5h
Roanoke Practice Offers Mobile Wound Care
Health
— Oct 28, 2026
A Roanoke wound-care practice offers diagnostic testing and debridement for chronic and difficult-to-heal wounds, with services available in its office and through visits to homes and care facilities. Separately, a Saudi case report describes an infant’s surgical wound complication healing without another operation after conservative treatment with silver dressings and a topical hemoglobin spray.
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Pick a food for every letter and the AI reveals your future
Quizie
— Quiz
A to (almost) Z, one delicious decision at a time. At the end, the AI reads your feast like tea leaves and tells your fortune.
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West Virginia couple charged with felonies over alleged child strangulation and deprivation
Health
— Oct 26, 2026
A West Virginia couple has each been charged with six felonies after investigators alleged years of physical and emotional abuse and neglect involving three children, including assaults, deprivation of food and basic needs, and other mistreatment. The sheriff’s office said evidence supported the charges and the children were removed from the home; the allegations have not been established in court.
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Charlotte Parents Charged With Abuse Of Four Children
Health
— Oct 23, 2026
Two Charlotte parents were arrested and charged with child abuse and assault after police responding to reports of screaming found four children in a badly damaged home with broken glass, ammunition and dangerous items accessible. Authorities say the parents behaved erratically and fought with officers; a separate report says immigration holds were placed on both parents.
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West Virginia Man Suspected of Killing Woman
Politics
— Oct 24, 2026
In Parkersburg, West Virginia, police say a man who died after an exchange of gunfire with officers is suspected of killing a woman found at their shared home. Other updates include scheduled sewer-work road closures and an I-495 traffic shift in Massachusetts, new military-family reimbursements and discounts, and historical anniversaries including Pablo Picasso’s birth and Windows XP’s release.
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Man Pleads Not Guilty in Halloween Gummy Case
Health
— 6d
Shawn Michael Foster pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from psilocybin-laced gummies allegedly left outside his Ocean Beach home and picked up by at least 15 trick-or-treating children; authorities said a search also uncovered other drugs, sales materials and firearms. Foster’s daughter disputes that he distributed the gummies, and officials said no children were reported to have ingested them.
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Kansas Republicans Suffer Another Gubernatorial Defeat Despite Trump's Endorsement
Democrat Cindy Holscher has won the Kansas governor's race, defeating Republican state Senate President Ty Masterson in a contest that keeps the state's top office under Democratic control for another four years. The Associated Press projected Holscher as the winner in the race to replace Gov. Laura Kelly, who was term-limited, according to Fox News . Her victory gives Democrats their third straig
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Vinhomes Plans 2,870-Hectare Transit-Linked City
Cần Giờ
— Oct 16, 2026
Vinhomes is developing a 2,870-hectare coastal community in Can Gio, Vietnam, with planned rail and road links intended to connect it to central Ho Chi Minh City in about 20 to 35 minutes. The project also proposes schools, health care, offices and parks to keep more daily needs close to home, though the transport links and amenities are still planned.
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Rare Tornado Strikes Santa Fe Homes as New Mexico Floods Recede
Weather
— Oct 26, 2026
New Mexico communities are recovering from flooding in San Juan County and a rare EF-1 tornado in Santa Fe that damaged homes, trees and power infrastructure but caused no reported injuries. Flood evacuation zones remain closed as waters recede, while officials warn of contamination risks and provide shelter and recovery assistance.
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Flooding Evacuates 16 El Paso Homes
Weather
— Oct 24, 2026
Heavy thunderstorms brought hail and flash flooding to El Paso Saturday, prompting the evacuation of 16 homes and a vehicle water rescue; no injuries were reported. A flood watch remained in effect through early Sunday as storm threats shifted east, with officials warning that more rain and localized flooding could return later in the week.
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Fresno County Confirms First Two Seasonal Flu Deaths
Health
— Nov 2, 2026
Fresno County reported its first two flu-related deaths of the 2026–27 season as influenza activity rises across the Central Valley. Health officials urge everyone 6 months and older to get vaccinated, particularly people at higher risk of severe illness, and recommend staying home when sick and taking other precautions.
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Cars Crash Into Homes in Philadelphia, Wilmington
Auto
— Oct 14, 2026
A vehicle crashed through the porch of a West Philadelphia home early Friday, leaving crews to clear the wreckage; officials had not reported whether anyone was injured, and the cause remains under investigation. In a separate Wilmington crash, police say a driver drove through yards and struck a home; he was charged with driving while impaired and driving without a license.
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Democrats Lean On Green Group To Reach UN Climate Talks Without Trump
Simon August · 7 min · 5h
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