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Spain tightens rules for retiring at 65 in 2027 as US fund nears depletion
Health
— Nov 7, 2026
Retirement rules and planning needs are shifting: Spain will require 38 years and six months of contributions to retire at 65 in 2027, while U.S. Social Security faces a projected funding shortfall that could reduce benefits absent congressional action. Retirees and workers approaching Medicare age also face consequential coverage decisions, including time-limited Medigap protections and enrollment rules tied to employer coverage.
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Duhigg argues productivity stems from eight trainable mental habits
Books
— Oct 28, 2026
Anyone tired of pure time-management tips gets a case-backed map of the cognitive habits that actually drive output.
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Oregon’s Win Revives Playoff Hopes
Sports
— 4d
High school football district and subregional championship games are approaching in northeastern Pennsylvania, with several rematches on the schedule. College football conference title races are also tightening, as contenders navigate key remaining games and tiebreakers; Baylor’s upcoming game against BYU could affect both teams’ College Football Playoff hopes.
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Wayzata girls, Lexington boys advance to state cross-country meets
Sports
— Oct 31, 2026
Wayzata’s girls cross-country team qualified for Minnesota’s 2025 state meet after finishing second at its section meet, as it looks to contend despite losing much of last year’s championship roster. In other cross-country results, Lexington’s boys won and its girls placed second at Ohio’s Tiffin regional to qualify for state, while Colorado’s 2026 girls championships featured repeat titles for Eaton’s Delaney Reuter, Niwot and The Classical Academy, alongside first-time team champions Berthoud and Thomas MacLaren.
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US Forces Shoot Down Iranian Attack Drones Targeting Middle Eastern Country
Jillian Butler · 2 min · 16h
Trump Officials Announce Minnesota Fraud Arrests
Kash Patel
— Oct 30, 2026
Trump administration officials announced an intensified federal crackdown on alleged fraud in Minnesota, citing recent investigations, 17 search warrants and four arrests in healthcare-fraud cases, and promoting rewards for tips that lead to enforcement actions. They blamed Gov. Tim Walz’s administration for inadequate oversight, while critics described the announcement as politically charged and timed to draw attention to fraud ahead of the midterm election.
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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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Trump boosts Graham in tight South Carolina race
Donald John Trump
— Oct 29, 2026
Trump told Rock Hill voters Sen. Darline Graham is the only choice five days before midterms, a day after a New York Times poll showed her nearly tied with Democrat Annie Andrews.
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Sam Okafor
A Trump endorsement five days out won't move enough voters if that New York Times poll holds up in South Carolina.
Edwards’ Planned Knee Surgery May Raise Long-Term Risks
Anthony Edwards
— Oct 26, 2026
Anthony Edwards is expected to miss up to two months after arthroscopic surgery on his right knee, sidelining the Timberwolves star after a strong start to the season. Sports physician Brian Sutterer said the timeline is plausible, but cautioned that trimming damaged tissue may ease symptoms while potentially increasing the risk of future knee problems; Edwards’ exact diagnosis remains undisclosed.
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Nebraska Reports 90,093 Early Votes, Tight Races
Politics
— Oct 19, 2026
Nebraska’s 2026 midterm races are drawing attention as Rep. Mike Flood and challenger Chris Backemeyer offer competing priorities in the state’s 1st Congressional District, amid reports of tighter-than-expected contests. President Trump is also scheduled to hold a midterm campaign rally in Grand Island.
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Brewers’ Timeless Tickets Draw World Series Scrutiny
Milwaukee Brewers
— Oct 19, 2026
After Milwaukee’s first World Series appearance since 1982, buyers of the Brewers’ $1,000 Timeless Tickets are seeking to redeem the decade-old promise of admission to any future home game. Some fans are thrilled to attend, while others say the available seats and costly add-on tickets have fallen short of expectations; the team says redemptions are subject to availability.
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FAA Grounds Nationwide Flights Over Communications Issue
The FAA grounded all departing flights nationwide Friday over communications problems at regional air traffic control centers, citing safety concerns as technicians investigated. Airports advised travelers to check with their airlines for u
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Red Sox End 86-Year World Series Drought
Sports
— Oct 25, 2026
The Yankees’ 27 World Series titles and long list of championship greats provide plenty of material for an all-time roster, though several players won their first titles only after leaving the team. With their championship drought continuing, the club is weighing offseason additions and decisions as it pursues another title.
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Suns reportedly claim Timme off waivers
Drew Timme
— Oct 19, 2026
The Phoenix Suns claimed former Gonzaga forward Drew Timme off waivers after Minnesota released him, reportedly to fill an open two-way roster spot. Timme, who has played for the Nets and Lakers and spent time in the G League, adds frontcourt depth as Phoenix deals with an injury to Mark Williams.
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Madonna vs Lady Gaga
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.
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Newly acquired Jaguars Bates, Davis to miss Titans game
Liam Coen
— 23h
Jaguars 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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Raiders, Browns, Packers Make Roster Moves
Sports
— 3d
The Green Bay Packers signed rookie tight end Kenny Fletcher Jr. to their practice squad after he went undrafted out of Rutgers and spent time with the Buccaneers and Colts. Fletcher, who switched from defensive end to tight end in college, recorded 46 catches for 373 yards and two touchdowns.
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AEW Full Gear 2026 sells 5,728 tickets with 825 still available
Kyle Fletcher
— 2d
AEW Full Gear 2026 in Phoenix has distributed 5,728 tickets, with 825 still available—well below the 10,485 distributed for last year’s event, despite a recent sales uptick. The card is headlined by Will Ospreay defending the AEW World Championship against Kyle Fletcher and includes several other title matches and an Anarchy in the Arena bout.
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Out: Republican Dumbness. In: Democrat Dumbness. Always: Uniparty Dumbness
Seton Motley · 7 min · 17h
Bengals Tie Steelers Atop AFC North
Sports
— 6d
Cincinnati’s 34-17 win over Atlanta tied the Bengals with Pittsburgh atop the AFC North, while Baltimore and Cleveland fell further behind. The Steelers hold the head-to-head tiebreaker, making their Week 10 matchup in Cincinnati pivotal to the division race.
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What hobby should you actually pick up?
Quizie
— Quiz
Not another 'try journaling.' Twelve questions and the AI prescribes the specific hobby your brain has been asking for.
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Alabama Tight End Josh Ford Expected to Miss Rest of Season
Sports
— 5d
Alabama tight end Josh Ford will miss the rest of the season after suffering a knee injury late in the Crimson Tide’s win over LSU. A key run blocker who also caught five passes for 41 yards and two touchdowns, Ford had already been playing after surgery for a broken arm.
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Billy Strings Announces 15-Date 2027 Spring Tour
Billy Strings
— 3d
Billy Strings announced a 15-date U.S. spring 2027 tour, opening April 6 in Tampa and featuring a five-show St. Augustine, Florida, stand before dates across the Carolinas, Alabama and St. Louis. Ticket requests and sales will use Ticketmaster Request and Fair AXS for select tickets, with presales beginning Nov. 18 and general sales Nov. 20.
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Minnesota Mayor Wins Tied Election by Drawing
Politics
— 5d
Spring Lake Park incumbent Robert Nelson kept the mayor’s seat after he and challenger Halyn Roth each received 1,401 votes and Minnesota’s tie-breaking procedure selected Nelson’s name by lot. Roth requested a recount, leaving the result potentially subject to further review.
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Larson Wins Third NASCAR Cup Championship
Justin Allgaier
— Nov 5, 2026
Homestead-Miami hosts NASCAR’s season finales, with Kyle Larson heavily favored to clinch a third Cup title as only Christopher Bell and Denny Hamlin remain in contention. The Truck and O’Reilly Auto Parts championships are tighter: Kaden Honeycutt leads Layne Riggs by 20 points, while Justin Allgaier holds a 22-point edge over Jesse Love in a five-driver O’Reilly title fight.
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White House Officials Clash Over Nvidia Ties to Suspected Spy
A reported clash between Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick erupted inside the White House Situation Room as officials debated the handling of a… — by Andrew Powell
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Alabama Beats LSU 31-13 in Baton Rouge
Nick Saban
— Nov 6, 2026
Nick Saban warned Alabama it must limit quarterback Keelon Russell’s turnovers and negative plays and stay focused amid the noise at LSU’s Tiger Stadium. He said the Tigers pose a major challenge, making Saturday’s game an important test for the Crimson Tide.
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Tucows narrows net loss as EBITDA rises 39.8 percent
Business
— Nov 5, 2026
Tucows reported third-quarter 2026 revenue of about $100 million, up 1.4% year over year, while gross profit rose 20.5% to $29.1 million and adjusted EBITDA increased 39.8% to $18.6 million; the company attributed much of the profit growth to a one-time mobile-contract renegotiation and growth at Ting. Its net loss narrowed to $10.3 million from $23 million a year earlier, and it retired $149.3 million in Ting preferred units; revenue for the first nine months was $297.2 million, with a net loss of $48.9 million.
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Turek Rallies Siouxland Voters in Tight Iowa Senate Race
Ashley Hinson
— Nov 1, 2026
On the eve of Election Day, Democrat Josh Turek made a final push across rural Iowa as he and Republican Ashley Hinson campaigned on affordability in a tightly contested Senate race. Polls showed the candidates effectively tied, while prediction markets gave Turek a narrow edge and Hinson remained favored by some bookmakers.
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Fed Survey Finds Business Loan Demand Falls for First Time Since 2025
Finance
— Nov 2, 2026
U.S. banks reported weaker business loan demand in the third quarter for the first time since 2025, with borrowers seeking more attractive financing; standards were mostly steady for larger firms but tightened for small businesses and across commercial real estate lending, where demand also fell. Household demand for mortgages and auto loans weakened, while credit-card borrowing rose to a four-year high, which banks linked in part to consumers responding to higher prices.
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China Party Tightens Official Oversight, Family Scrutiny
Politics
— Oct 30, 2026
China’s Communist Party adopted measures to tighten internal discipline, including expanded loyalty and history education, career-long oversight of officials, and closer scrutiny of personal and family assets and business ties. Party officials defended the campaign as compatible with initiative, saying strict oversight is meant to curb corruption while supporting officials who act responsibly.
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Feds Launch Investigation Into State’s Largest Teachers Union
Libby Bandelin · 3 min · 17h
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