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Election Day Morning Proceeds With One Notable Exception
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— Nov 3, 2026
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Dana Whitfield
It's reassuring that polling is running smoothly almost everywhere this morning.
Multiple Film Festivals Announce 2026 Winners
Entertainment
— 4d
Film festivals in York, Fort Smith, Tokyo and Ojai announced their 2026 award winners, recognizing a broad range of international and independent films. Notable honors went to *Don’t Touch the Artwork* at Aesthetica, *Paint Me A Road Out of Here* in Fort Smith, *Heysel 85* and *Sister Brother Manhole Cover* in Tokyo, and *Everybody Digs Bill Evans* and *In Memoriam* in Ojai.
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Mike Mazzei beats Cyndi Munson in close Oklahoma governor race
Mike Mazzei
— 4d
Republican Mike Mazzei won Oklahoma’s governor’s race over Democrat Cyndi Munson by about six percentage points, a notably narrow margin for a non-incumbent. Republicans also retained the state’s congressional delegation and U.S. Senate seat, while Democrats made gains in the Legislature, including flipping six state House seats.
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Reaves Scores 43 as Lakers Beat Pistons
Luka Dončić
— Nov 5, 2026
Austin Reaves scored 21 points with four assists and three rebounds in the Lakers’ 116-103 win over the Kings, helping Los Angeles earn its third straight victory. He had no turnovers, a notable exception in a season when his ball security has been a significant problem.
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Russian Pranksters Dupe OpenAI Officials Into Video Chat About ‘Offensive’ AI For Ukraine
Dylan Kresak · 5 min · 11h
England Names Bellingham, King for First Senior Call-Ups
Thomas Tuchel
— 6d
Thomas Tuchel has given Jobe Bellingham and Josh King their first senior England call-ups for upcoming Nations League matches against Croatia and Spain. Cole Palmer, Phil Foden and Kobbie Mainoo are among the notable omissions, while Declan Rice and Ben White return to the squad.
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Jared Kim
Omitting Palmer and Foden looks risky when creativity will be needed against Spain.
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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Recruiting Visitors Expected Across College Football Games
Sports
— Nov 5, 2026
Notre Dame, Ole Miss, Auburn and Michigan are using marquee home games to showcase their programs to recruits, with prospects and commits expected on campus as schools seek to build recruiting momentum. Ole Miss faces Georgia, while Notre Dame hosts Miami and Michigan meets Michigan State; Auburn is also welcoming a notable group of visitors.
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Nebraska, Wisconsin Volleyball Action Spans High School, College
Sports
— Nov 3, 2026
Nebraska’s state high school volleyball tournament brought teams across six classes to Lincoln, with defending champions seeking repeat titles and brackets featuring contenders and notable matchups. On day two, Central Valley beat Clarkson in four sets behind Bentleigh Dugan’s 25 kills and 16 digs.
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Saints Offense Falters, Defense Allows NFL-High Points
Sports
— Oct 29, 2026
The Saints have stumbled through a disappointing 2026 season, with a struggling offense under Kellen Moore and a defense that has sharply regressed after a strong 2025. Despite the team’s broader problems, quarterback Tyler Shough, receiver Chris Olave and pass rusher Chase Young have provided notable bright spots.
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Wizards, 76ers and Warriors notch NBA Cup group stage wins
Sports
— Oct 30, 2026
NBA Cup group play featured several notable results, including the Washington Wizards’ 95-79 win over the Charlotte Hornets, powered by Anthony Davis and Trae Young. Houston was also set to open its Cup campaign against Dallas, with the undefeated Rockets seeking to maintain their momentum despite injury concerns on both sides.
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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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History columns revisit political, cultural milestones
World
— Oct 24, 2026
Historical retrospectives recall Sen. Jeff Sessions’ 2002 visit to Luverne, where he discussed Medicare prescription drug benefits and local economic growth, alongside notable people and events in Greek and West Virginia history. The accounts span politics, sports, culture and state history.
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Transfers Deliver Mixed Results Across College Football
Sports
— Oct 27, 2026
Updates on 2026 college football transfers show mixed results: Maryland receiver Chris Durr and Texas A&M receiver Isaiah Horton have made notable impacts, while many other former players are seeing limited playing time or modest production. Tennessee’s large transfer class, meanwhile, could not prevent a Week 8 loss to South Carolina.
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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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Kentucky Farm Visits Double Ahead of Breeders’ Cup
Sports
— Oct 26, 2026
Ahead of the Breeders’ Cup at Keeneland, Central Kentucky horse farms saw tourism roughly double from the event’s 2022 visit, giving fans a chance to see notable stallions and learn about the industry. The event also brings attention to Ashford Stud’s international breeding ties, while Keeneland is offering shoppers an early chance to buy Breeders’ Cup merchandise.
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Montana’s Largest Mural Nears Completion
Lifestyle
— Oct 23, 2026
A nearly completed 10,000-square-foot mural in Glendive, Montana, depicts a cattle-branding scene and local eastern Montana imagery as part of a tourism project. In Washington, D.C., Ben’s Chili Bowl’s frequently updated mural celebrates notable Black Americans and the city’s cultural history.
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Southern Schools Earn State, National Rankings
Lifestyle
— Oct 27, 2026
Several Southern schools received notable rankings for 2026 or 2027: Georgia’s GSMST was recognized as the state’s top public high school, Saint Mary’s School in Raleigh ranked No. 1 nationally among Christian all-girls boarding schools, Bob Jones University earned a No. 4 regional best-value ranking, and Dalton State College topped Georgia public colleges in rankings for overall standing and student experience.
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Navy Scrambles To Ramp Up Tomahawk Production After Iran War Burns Through Arsenal
Francis Kapper · 4 min · 11h
Five NFL Matchups Set Across Week
Justin Jefferson
— Oct 27, 2026
Week 8 projections highlight Panthers-Packers as the slate’s fastest-paced matchup, with heavy workloads forecast for Carolina’s Chuba Hubbard and strong passing opportunities on both sides. Other notable trends include a favorable passing setup for Indianapolis against Jacksonville, high target expectations for Atlanta’s Drake London and Kyle Pitts, and improved receiving efficiency from stars including Justin Jefferson, Amon-Ra St. Brown and Seattle’s Jaxon Smith-Njigba.
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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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Five Historic Sites Reveal Architectural, Cultural Treasures
Good News
— Oct 16, 2026
Historic churches across Kentucky, Georgia, Oklahoma and Iowa showcase striking architecture and artistic details, from soaring towers and spires to elaborate murals and extensive stained-glass collections. Their histories and craftsmanship make them notable landmarks and rewarding places for visitors to explore.
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Viral Reddit Post Details Denied Delta One Upgrade
Lifestyle
— Oct 15, 2026
A mother asked a Delta flight attendant to move her teenage son from economy to Delta One because he wanted to try first class, but the attendant explained the upgrade wasn’t possible. After boarding, he returned to chat with them and promised to make their flight as enjoyable as he could, turning down the request into a notably kind interaction.
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Texas Mansions List Across Three Cities
Business
— Oct 22, 2026
Several notable Texas homes are drawing attention on the market: San Antonio’s French-inspired “Versailles” is listed for $4.7 million, Houston’s historic Cleveland House showcases early-20th-century architecture, and Fort Worth’s Westover House—one of I.M. Pei’s rare private residences—is asking $22 million. The listings span ornate luxury and significant architectural history, from a landmarked Houston home to Pei’s final residential design.
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College Basketball Roster Spending Expected to Nearly Double
Sports
— Oct 22, 2026
Power-conference basketball programs are spending heavily to build rosters, with the average projected Power Five roster cost rising sharply and top programs spending at least $20 million. Reports highlight wide budget disparities: North Carolina and Kentucky are among the biggest spenders, South Carolina is a notable mid-tier spender, and Kansas State is near the bottom of the Big 12.
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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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Teams Post Results at Three Cross-Country Invitationals
Sports
— Oct 18, 2026
Lakeview and Oakfield-Alabama-Elba cross-country teams competed in regional invitationals, earning notable individual finishes as they prepared for championship meets. Catholic University runners also recorded multiple personal bests at the Aubrey Shenk Invitational, including a school record by a freshman; the Mt. SAC article is only a webcast notice.
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Pacific Northwest sees shift to wetter pattern with rain likely late week
Weather
— Oct 18, 2026
Much of the country will see a quiet, mostly sunny week with chilly mornings and mild daytime temperatures; forecasters in parts of the Southeast and elsewhere expect little or no meaningful rain, worsening drought and fire concerns in one area. Utah is a notable exception, with rain chances increasing midweek and colder conditions arriving late in the week.
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Marcus Bell
The Southeast drought worsening without rain sounds rough, especially with those fire risks mentioned.
2027 NFL Draft Quarterbacks Face Setbacks
Arch Manning
— Oct 15, 2026
The 2027 NFL draft quarterback picture is shifting: Drew Mestemaker has emerged as a leading prospect, while Arch Manning and several other highly regarded quarterbacks struggled in Week 7; Trinidad Chambliss was a notable bright spot. Other articles discuss unrelated Hall of Fame selections, Bo Nix’s early-season performance and historic draft busts.
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Report Counts 25 Partner Moves in Benefits and Compensation
Business
— Oct 19, 2026
Staffing changes across law, accounting, insurance and Richmond-area organizations include 25 partner and counsel moves in employee benefits and executive compensation during August and September, alongside new hires, promotions and board appointments. Notable moves include CohnReznick’s appointment of Youmna Assad as an assurance partner and senior insurance-sector appointments at Conduit Re, Woodgate & Clark and Clearwater Underwriting.
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Historical Roundups Recall Local and Global Events
Sports
— Oct 16, 2026
Historical lookbacks revisit October milestones, including the 1918 Spanish flu response in Alberta, where officials proposed inspections before the outbreak prompted closures and mask mandates, and notable events from October 1986. Archival newspaper front pages from Oct. 16 also recall the 1912 World Series, Apollo-era space exploration and Nobel achievements, and local community news.
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Democrats Lean On Green Group To Reach UN Climate Talks Without Trump
Simon August · 7 min · 11h
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