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RG3 Expected to Interview for Baylor Head Coach — 1dRobert Griffin III is expected to interview for Baylor’s head football coaching job after publicly expressing interest in returning to his alma mater. The Heisman-winning former quarterback has no coaching experience, and Baylor has not announced a hire.

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Nicole Hardy Baylor ought to interview experienced coordinators first before considering someone just because of his playing days.

Newly acquired Jaguars Bates, Davis to miss Titans game — 1dJaguars coach Liam Coen said newly acquired safety Jessie Bates III and defensive tackle Jordan Davis will sit out Sunday’s game against the Titans, giving them rest after no recent bye and time to learn Jacksonville’s defense. Defensive tackle Davon Godchaux is expected to play.

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EU Panel Recommends AstraZeneca Drug Baxfendy for Uncontrolled HypertensionHealth — 1dThe European Medicines Agency’s medicines committee recommended AstraZeneca’s Baxfendy (baxdrostat) for EU approval for adults whose hypertension remains uncontrolled despite at least two medications. If the European Commission approves it, Baxfendy would be the EU’s first aldosterone synthase inhibitor; the recommendation was supported by two Phase III trials showing meaningful blood-pressure reductions.

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Falcons Trade Bates, Neuzil Before Chiefs Matchup — 2dThe Atlanta Falcons reshuffled their roster after the trade deadline, trading safety Jessie Bates III and center Ryan Neuzil and naming DeMarcco Hellams and Corey Levin as replacements in the starting lineup. The team is preparing for its Week 10 matchup with Kansas City amid broader changes and questions about its performance.

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Trenton Shooting Kills Allentown Man; Camden Suspect Arrested Near StationWorld — 2dAnthony Harden died after being shot in Trenton, and police arrested Camden resident Leon DeShields III near a train station after a witness helped officers track him. DeShields was carrying a handgun and faces attempted-murder and weapons charges; the investigation is ongoing, and authorities said additional charges may follow.

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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.

Wisconsin Tops College Hockey Polls; Vermont, Miami ReturnSports — 6dWisconsin strengthened its hold on No. 1 in the major men’s college hockey polls, while Miami climbed to No. 17 and Vermont returned to the USCHO rankings at No. 20. In Division III, St. Olaf received votes in two national polls after splitting a series with top-five St. Norbert.

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Pelicans, Clippers Set for Matchup Amid Opposing StreaksSports — 6dNew Orleans is favored by 1.5 points against the Clippers, whose seven-game losing streak, turnover problems and injuries underpin one preview’s pick of the Pelicans to cover. A separate prop pick backs Trey Murphy III to record at least three assists, noting he has reached that mark in seven of eight starts.

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No. 25 BYU routs Omaha 108-67 — Nov 5, 2026No. 25 BYU overwhelmed Omaha 108-67, powered by six players scoring in double figures and a 31-0 edge in fast-break points. Rob Wright III led the Cougars with 19 points, while Tyler Betsey added 18.

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UCF ends 12-game road skid, beats Kansas 33-32Sports — 6dUCF beat Kansas 33-32 on a last-second touchdown pass from Alonza Barnett III to Caden Piening, whose catch stood after replay review overturned an apparent earlier go-ahead score. The Knights erased a 12-game road losing streak, while Kansas’ comeback from a 19-point deficit ended in a painful loss.

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Dana Whitfield UCF's last second score after the replay reversal finally snaps their long road skid, but Kansas will be replaying that collapse from 19 up for weeks.

Kusturica Scores 29 as UCLA Sets 35-0 Run — Nov 7, 2026No. 22 UCLA routed North Florida 114-63, powered by Serbian freshman Nikola Kusturica, who scored 29 points—including 26 in a flawless-shooting first half—as the Bruins closed the half with a 35-0 run. Jaylen Petty added 22 points and Joe Philon III scored 17 as UCLA improved to 2-0.

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Dana Whitfield That 35-0 run to close the half was total domination and shows how deep UCLA's bench can go this year.

Pelicans' Trey Murphy Expected Against GrizzliesSports — Nov 1, 2026Pelicans forward Trey Murphy III was listed as probable for Monday’s game against the undefeated Grizzlies while managing knee tendinopathy. Jordan Poole, sidelined with an ankle issue, was listed as probable to return Wednesday against Utah after missing three games.

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Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

Florida suspends starting defensive tackle for Oklahoma game — Nov 5, 2026Florida suspended starting defensive tackle Jeramiah McCloud for Saturday’s game against Oklahoma for conduct detrimental to the team, with his status to be reconsidered afterward. The Gators will also be without several injured players, including starting right tackle Emeka Ugorji and linebacker Jaden Robinson, while receiver Vernell Brown III is doubtful and two others are questionable.

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Jared Kim Florida's already thin defense takes another hit with McCloud out, and the injuries to Ugorji and Robinson make this even tougher against Oklahoma.

Griffin Seeks Baylor Coaching Discussions — Oct 31, 2026Heisman-winning former Baylor quarterback Robert Griffin III says he has spoken with university officials about the Bears’ vacant head coaching job and hopes discussions will become more substantive. Griffin has no coaching experience, but argues the role is about leadership and building a winning culture.

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King Charles Arrives in Guyana Amid Reparations Calls — Oct 29, 2026King Charles III arrived in Guyana Oct. 29, 2026 amid reparations calls; President Ali said those who "benefited tremendously from the darkest days of human history" now claim they lack financing.

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Jared Kim Britain rejecting reparations makes sense given how much time has passed, and both countries benefit more from looking ahead on shared goals.