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Newly acquired Jaguars Bates, Davis to miss Titans game — 21hJaguars 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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Lawson Secures 2027 F1 Seat, Omaha AdvancesSports — 2dThe articles cover a range of unrelated sports news, including Northern Mariana Islands athletes’ international competitions, Liam Lawson’s return to Formula 1 for 2027, and Omaha and Creighton teams’ recent results and postseason progress.

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England call up uncapped spinner Patterson-White for South Africa Test series — 5dEngland have selected uncapped Nottinghamshire left-arm spinner Liam Patterson-White, the County Championship’s leading spinner with 42 wickets, as their only specialist spinner for a three-Test tour of South Africa; Shoaib Bashir will join the Lions. Jacob Bethell also returns from injury, while selectors say the squad’s other spin options and South Africa’s pace-friendly Highveld conditions offer flexibility.

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Jared Kim Bethell returning is a boost but the squad still looks light on spin options for those pace friendly pitches.

Haney, Paro Plan Welterweight Title Unification — Nov 5, 2026Devin Haney and Liam Paro will meet in a welterweight title unification fight at San Francisco’s Chase Center on Dec. 19, with Haney’s WBO and Paro’s IBF belts at stake; the winner moves closer to undisputed status. Brian Norman Jr. will face Abel Ramos on the DAZN PPV card.

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Verstappen and Lawson penalized after Mexico practice clash — Oct 31, 2026Max Verstappen and Liam Lawson each received a one-place grid penalty for colliding during practice at the Mexico City Grand Prix, after stewards deemed their actions unacceptable following an earlier warning to teams. Both drivers acknowledged the moves were unnecessary and clumsy; Verstappen criticized Lawson’s judgment as the Racing Bulls driver competes for a future seat.

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Chris Dalton Verstappen is right that Lawson's judgment was off, though Max shares some blame for the contact too.

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.

Jaguars Coach Backs Brian Thomas After Benchings and Trade Speculation — Oct 26, 2026Jaguars coach Liam Coen says struggling receiver Brian Thomas Jr. will have a chance to help the team and earn back playing time against Indianapolis after being benched at halftime of Jacksonville’s loss to Houston. Trade rumors surfaced during the bye, but Coen voiced support for Thomas as rookie Josh Cameron and other receivers compete for opportunities.

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Rachel Meyers Benching at halftime was a clear message. Thomas needs to deliver now or the team should explore other options.

Rays lead on Hicks homer before Milwaukee rallies to win Game 2 — Oct 25, 2026Liam Hicks hit his first career postseason home run, a two-run blast in the first inning that capped Tampa Bay’s four-run start and gave the Rays a 4-0 lead over Milwaukee in World Series Game 2. The homer followed Hicks driving in both Tampa Bay runs in its Game 1 loss.

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Priya Raman Milwaukee must have made some key adjustments after falling behind early in this one.

Texans Beat Jaguars 34-31 in London — Oct 18, 2026The Jaguars fell to the Texans 34-31 in London, with Liam Coen’s fourth-down decisions and avoidable operational mistakes and penalties drawing scrutiny after contributing to Houston scoring chances. Jacksonville returned home 4-2, and Coen said the loss would not shake his confidence in the team.

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Nappanee and Hartford Schools Honor Students for Respect and Effort — Oct 15, 2026Schools recognized students for positive character, effort, leadership and enthusiasm for learning. Central Middle School honored Leo Cespedes and Kylie Amend, Rossman Elementary named Isabella Godsey and Kimberlyn Otte, and Lincoln Elementary recognized Arya Phillips and Liam Schwabenlander; another report praised Jeriko for encouraging and supporting classmates.

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Autistic Teen William Found Alive After Six Days in BushWorld — 2dA 17-year-old who vanished while camping in Victoria’s dense bushland was found alive after six days, despite cold weather and being lightly dressed. He was rescued with only minor scratches and reunited with his family.

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David Walliams Faces Teen Sexual Assault Allegation — 4dDavid Walliams can be named in reporting after he failed to appeal a ruling rejecting his bid to block publication of a joint investigation. Multiple women allege he used his celebrity status to pursue them when they were teenagers, including claims of grooming and sexual assault; Walliams has denied the allegations.

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Derek Foss If the allegations hold up, it's a reminder that fame shouldn't shield anyone from accountability for targeting teens.

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

Gibran Resigns as Indonesia’s Vice President — 5dNearly 50 Indonesian lawmakers from multiple parliamentary factions have petitioned to use the legislature’s right-to-express-an-opinion process over Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka’s education credentials, after a Supreme Court ruling invalidated the certificate used to establish their equivalence to a high school diploma. Parliamentary leaders say the next steps must follow constitutional procedures, while Gerindra has yet to decide its position and says it will prioritize political stability.

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Flint, Mobile Councilmen Enter Contrasting PleasPolitics — 2dOutgoing Flint City Councilman Leon El-Alamin pleaded guilty to an election-fraud charge and no contest to domestic-violence and assault charges tied to a 2025 incident; sentencing is scheduled for January. Separately, former Mobile councilman William Carroll pleaded not guilty to two misdemeanor counts of making terrorist threats over alleged comments at a restaurant.

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Charlotte woman sentenced to five months for ICE facility interferencePolitics — 23hHeather Morrow was sentenced to five months in federal prison and seven months of supervised release for assaulting and obstructing officers during a protest outside a Charlotte ICE facility. Her co-defendant William Stanley received probation; supporters described the case as punishment for protest, while prosecutors said Morrow’s conduct went beyond protected speech.

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Marcus Bell Five months for pushing officers during a protest feels excessive when the co-defendant walked with probation.

Music Features Highlight Artists, Albums, Industry EventsEntertainment — 3dMusic coverage highlights Greensboro coordinator Meredith Gornto’s work overseeing city ensembles and programs, a Montréal gathering offering screen-composer education and networking, and new releases from Upstate and Lindsay Lou. Leah Williamson also discusses the family influences, classic favorites and newer artists that shape her eclectic listening.

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What hobby should you actually pick up?Quizie — QuizNot another 'try journaling.' Twelve questions and the AI prescribes the specific hobby your brain has been asking for.

Pearl Jam’s Mike McCready releases 20-year rock opera title trackMusic — 1dPearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready released “Farewell to Seasons,” the title track and first single from an 11-song rock opera inspired by his experiences in Seattle’s grunge scene. The project, developed over two decades and paired with a Z2 graphic novel about fictional musician David Williams, is set for release Dec. 1 with an animated video accompanying the single.

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Dana Whitfield This rock opera sounds like a solid way for McCready to reflect on the grunge years without the usual band spotlight.

Arizona women’s basketball beats Iona 74-61Sports — 5dArizona’s women’s basketball team defeated Iona 74-61 in its home opener, improving to 2-0. Breanna Williams led the Wildcats with 12 points, while Sumayah Sugapong and Jasleen Green added 11 apiece.

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Met Police Investigates Sexual Offence Allegations Against Walliams — 3dPolice have reportedly opened a criminal investigation into David Walliams after women accused him of sexual misconduct, including one woman’s allegation that he assaulted her when she was 15; Walliams denies the allegations and any criminal wrongdoing. The claims followed a court ruling allowing their publication, and have prompted professional fallout, including HarperCollins ending its relationship with him and the BBC reviewing his work.

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Ruby Bridges Recounts School Integration in SarasotaLifestyle — 3dCivil rights icon Ruby Bridges visited Sarasota schools to recount how, at age 6, she integrated New Orleans’ William Frantz Elementary in 1960, recalling the angry crowds and the kindness of her teacher, Barbara Henry. Students at Bay Haven, Sarasota County’s first integrated school, also honored Bridges’ legacy through their annual walk promoting courage, equality and belonging.

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Wah-Wah Guitar Pioneer Del Casher Dies at 88Music — 3dThe articles highlight a range of live music events, from Hayley Williams’ São Paulo concert and local Alabama festivals to Houston tour announcements and Waco Symphony’s live orchestral performance of *Top Gun: Maverick*. They also honor guitarist Del Casher, inventor of the wah-wah pedal, for his lasting influence on music.

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Men Sentenced to Life in Separate Shooting CasesWorld — 4dSeveral men received life sentences in separate shooting cases: Shane James was sentenced to life without parole for killing four people in Austin, while Armon Williams received life plus 10 years for shooting a Tulsa police officer. In other cases, Krishna Johnigan Jr. was sentenced to life for a 2024 Omaha murder, and Victor Bacca received life without parole plus additional consecutive sentences for a 2025 Oklahoma killing.

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Payton, Williamson, Williams Set to ReturnSports — 4dZion Williamson is expected to return for the Pelicans’ game against the Nets after sitting out for rest, while Robert Williams is set to rejoin the Trail Blazers against the Thunder after a night off. Williamson’s return may send Herbert Jones back to the bench; Williams has played a reserve role this season.

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Brewers GM declines to dismiss Contreras trade talk — 2dAfter leading the Milwaukee Brewers to their first World Series title and winning MVP, catcher William Contreras is at the center of offseason trade speculation. GM Matt Arnold said Contreras means a lot to the team but did not rule out a trade; Milwaukee’s past dealings with players nearing free agency fuel uncertainty about whether it will keep or extend him.

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Hornets' Brandon Miller Out Again Against Suns — 3dBrandon Miller will miss a second straight game against Phoenix with a hip/groin injury, leaving the injury-plagued Hornets short-handed. Grant Williams is listed as probable and could make his season debut, offering Charlotte a potential boost as it begins a four-game road trip.

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David Walliams sexual misconduct allegations