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Hundreds Protest Turkish Embassy, Seek Lumbuye Extradition — Sep 18, 2026Hundreds of Ugandan demonstrators gathered outside the Turkish Embassy in Kampala to demand the extradition of dissident Fred Lumbuye, who has lived in Turkey for years and whose legal status there remains unclear. The protests, organized by the Patriotic League of Uganda under Gen. Muhoozi Kainerugaba, reflect ongoing Uganda-Turkey tensions as Kampala accuses Lumbuye of harmful propaganda, incitement, and cybercrimes.

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Trump mocks Harris appearance at Tennessee rally — 2dPresident Donald Trump mocked Kamala Harris’s appearance at a rally in Tennessee, sarcastically questioning why she had been called “beautiful.” The remark drew laughter from some supporters behind him and mixed reactions online.

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Poland investigates possible assassination plot against Tusk — 1dTusk and Kosiniak-Kamysz received threats at 5:00 a.m. GMT Oct. 11; after a Sunday emergency meeting, officials said there is a high probability they will be carried out.

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No. 20 Iowa hands Washington third straight loss — 2dNo. 20 Iowa overwhelmed Washington 41-24, building a 27-0 lead as Kamari Moulton rushed for more than 200 yards and backup quarterback Jeremy Hecklinski threw three touchdown passes. Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. left with an injury, and although Elijah Brown threw three touchdown passes in relief, the Huskies fell to 0-3 in Big Ten play.

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Poll: Trump Voters Less Enthusiastic Than Harris Supporters — 4dA Reuters/Ipsos poll found that 48% of voters who backed Kamala Harris in 2024 are very enthusiastic about voting in the November midterms, compared with 30% of Trump voters, raising concerns about a Republican turnout disadvantage. The poll also points to possible Republican vulnerabilities among men and Hispanic voters, though a GOP strategist said the enthusiasm gap could narrow as Election Day approaches.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Falcons spoil Saints' Domecoming anniversary with 45-24 victory — Oct 4, 2026The Atlanta Falcons beat the New Orleans Saints 45-24 in the teams’ 20th-anniversary Domecoming game, taking control with Bijan Robinson’s 59-yard touchdown run on the opening drive. Brian Robinson Jr. scored three rushing touchdowns for Atlanta, while Alvin Kamara scored twice for New Orleans.

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Nicole Hardy Comparing her record as prosecutor to current Democratic stances on bail and policing shows a clear policy reversal worth debating.

Harris Plans Michigan Campaign Events With El-Sayed — Sep 21, 2026Kamala Harris is campaigning with Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed to mobilize Black voters and progressive supporters, aiming to unite a fractured Democratic base ahead of a pivotal race that could determine control of the Senate. The events spotlight a strategy centered on broad coalitions and voter turnout in Michigan, a battleground state whose outcome could influence national momentum for Democrats.

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Chris Dalton Uniting the base here is a solid step but it will take real follow-through to keep people engaged through November.

Meme claims three translators filed for unemployment after Kamala speech — Sep 23, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Russia, Ukraine Escalate Drone and Missile Strikes — Sep 16, 2026Over the past day, hundreds of combat engagements occurred along Ukraine's front as Russian forces mounted mass strikes and drones, while Ukrainian defenses repelled numerous assaults across multiple sectors, with Pokrovsk and Kostiantynivka areas seeing the heaviest activity. The reporting indicates persistent bombardment, thousands of kamikaze drones, and sustained shelling, underscoring ongoing high-intensity fighting across Sumy, Lyman, Sloviansk, Kupiansk, and surrounding fronts.

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Sky beat Tempo 97-85, snap five-game skid — Sep 22, 2026Chicago Sky beat the Toronto Tempo 97-85 to snap a five-game skid, with Sydney Taylor and Gabriela Jaquez each scoring 18 and Kamilla Cardoso adding 17 as Chicago shot 53% from the field. Isabelle Harrison poured in 21 for Toronto as the Tempo extended their road woes and the Sky used an 18-2 third-quarter run to pull away.

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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.

Harris elevates progressive El-Sayed in Michigan Senate fight — Sep 22, 2026Kamala Harris joins Abdul El-Sayed in Detroit as a progressive leads a toss-up race that could decide Senate control and set national policy for six years.

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Derek Foss Harris backing El-Sayed could help lock in a progressive win that decides Senate control for the next six years.

Kamala Harris campaigns in Michigan for 2026 midterms — Sep 21, 2026

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Marcus Bell Harris should highlight auto industry jobs and border security to connect with Michigan voters this cycle.

Harris Keeps 2028 Options Open, Focuses Midterms — Sep 17, 2026Kamala Harris is deliberately delaying a firm 2028 decision, signaling she will focus on the 2026 midterms while pursuing a low-profile, Malibu-based strategy and occasional public support for Democrats. Her allies say she controls her timeline, with fall campaign stops planned in Michigan, Nevada, and Georgia, even as other Democrats weigh 2028 bids and debates over a possible contested primary continue.

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Harris Plans Michigan Senate Event With El-Sayed — Sep 16, 2026Kamala Harris joins Abdul El-Sayed Tuesday in Michigan on Black maternal health after Mike Rogers skipped their debate, leaving El-Sayed at an empty podium.

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Derek Foss Pushing to flip the Senate through events like this feels like the same old Democratic playbook.

Soccer vs American FootballYourlist — VS BattleThe world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.

Newsom Won’t Run in 2028 if Harris Does — Sep 14, 2026Gavin Newsom told CNN's Jake Tapper while fly fishing in Montana he will not run for president in 2028 if Kamala Harris enters the race.

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Chris Dalton This just kicks the can down the road and leaves Democrats with the same narrow options in four years.

Woman stopped by security at Harris Malibu property — Sep 12, 2026Security personnel stopped a trespasser who illegally entered the Malibu property of former Vice President Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff, with deputies responding and no arrest reported as Harris and Emhoff were not home. The incident underscores ongoing scrutiny over Harris’s protection after leaving the vice presidency, with reports noting she no longer receives Secret Service protection and that security and local law enforcement coordinated the response at both Malibu and Los Angeles locations.

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Sam Okafor Trespassing on a private home is wrong no matter who lives there, and the quick response from security was the right call.

Two Drinks with . . . Marie Gluesenkamp Perez2 sources — 3d

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Guardians Eliminate White Sox in ALDS Game 5 — 2dThe Cleveland Guardians eliminated the Chicago White Sox with a 2-0 win in Game 5, completing a comeback after trailing 2-0 in the series. Munetaka Murakami struck out four times in the deciding game but said he was grateful for his first season with Chicago and happy to have played postseason baseball.

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George Strait Set to Headline Three-Day Albuquerque Festival — 4dBoots In The Park will expand to three days at Albuquerque’s Balloon Fiesta Park, May 14–16, 2027, with George Strait, Jason Aldean and Zach Top headlining. The full lineup also includes Brooks & Dunn, Jon Pardi, Dwight Yoakam and other artists spanning generations of country music; Strait’s set will be his first New Mexico performance since 2013 and his only festival appearance of 2027.

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Chattanooga Sewage Spill Sends 500,000–700,000 Gallons Into CreekEnvironment — 6dA sewage overflow from aging infrastructure is sending an estimated 500,000 to 700,000 gallons of wastewater into South Chickamauga Creek, prompting closures downstream and restrictions on recreation while crews work to contain the spill. Officials plan to test water quality before reopening the area; environmental experts warn sewage can deplete oxygen and threaten aquatic life, including the endangered Chickamauga crayfish.

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Music Features Explore Artists, Scenes, LegaciesMusic — Oct 4, 2026Mississippi’s Hattiesburg music scene remains active, while Haruki Murakami’s jazz roots and Frank Zappa’s genre-defying work show how musical traditions and influences shape artists across generations. A film revisits Madness’s gritty early years as the band rose from struggling north London musicians to pop stars.

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White Sox beat Guardians 3-0 in ALDS opener — Oct 1, 2026The Chicago White Sox beat the Cleveland Guardians 3-0 in Game 1 of the ALDS, taking the lead on Munetaka Murakami’s two-run homer and adding an insurance run on Colson Montgomery’s RBI double. Chicago’s bullpen worked out of repeated bases-loaded threats to preserve the shutout.

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Tooro Kingdom Crowns Nyabongo I Amid Succession DisputeWorld — Sep 27, 2026Tooro is preparing to enthrone Prince Edward Rukidi Nyabongo I as Omukama at Karuziika Palace on September 29, 2026, with traditional rites and palace language marking his accession. A viral post claiming he had rejected the throne is fake, his spokesperson says.

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