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Terrell Owens Served in Federal Defamation Lawsuit — 3dTerrell Owens was served with a federal defamation lawsuit during a homecoming event at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. Three friends of Nolan Wells say Owens falsely implicated them in the teenager’s death by sharing a post demanding their arrest; a grand jury had declined to recommend criminal charges against them.

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Macrons file defamation suit against Owens in Tennessee — 5dFrench President Emmanuel Macron and Brigitte Macron filed a defamation suit against Candace Owens in Tennessee, where she lives, after a Delaware court ruled it lacked jurisdiction over her personally. The couple accuse Owens of spreading false claims about Brigitte Macron’s identity and their marriage, and seek a jury trial and damages.

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Owens and Banks Receive Prison Terms in Jackson Bribery Case — Nov 5, 2026Former Hinds County District Attorney Jody Owens was sentenced to 41 months in prison and fined $100,000, while former Jackson councilman Aaron Banks received a 45-month sentence for their roles in a bribery conspiracy tied to a proposed downtown convention-center hotel. Prosecutors said the scheme involved bribes and other benefits to secure officials’ support for the project.

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Judge narrows Macron suit, lets Owens firms proceed — Oct 28, 2026On Oct. 27, 2026, Judge Sheldon Rennie dismissed the Macrons' defamation claims against Candace Owens personally; the suit proceeds against her two Delaware companies.

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Dana Whitfield Allowing the companies to stay in the case just shifts the burden without fixing the core jurisdiction problem.

WWE Survivor Series Tour Results Span Portland, BangorSports — 6dWWE’s Road to Survivor Series: WarGames tour stopped in Portland and Bangor, Maine, with Trick Williams retaining the United States title and 946 defeating The Usos at both events. The shows also featured Stephanie Vaquer losing her title challenge to Jacy Jayne by disqualification, while CM Punk and Kevin Owens’ Portland match ended in a double count-out before restarting as a Street Fight.

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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.

Edward Owen1 source — Oct 17, 2026

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Dana Whitfield Edward Owen's record on housing shows he actually follows through unlike others.

Packers Sign Receiver Coleman Owen to Roster — Oct 24, 2026With injuries thinning Green Bay’s depth, the Packers promoted receiver and returner Coleman Owen to the active roster and guard Mekhi Becton from the practice squad. Reports and commentary also linked the team to possible trades for running back Jonathan Taylor and receiver Calvin Ridley.

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Lions Make Three Linebacker Moves After Campbell Injury — Nov 4, 2026Following Jack Campbell’s severe neck injury and rookie Jimmy Rolder’s season-ending injury, the Lions are reshuffling their linebacker group, signing K.J. Britt and Owen Pappoe and promoting Joe Bachie. Coaches are weighing Malcolm Rodriguez and Derrick Barnes to take over defensive play-calling duties while Campbell recovers; Detroit may also consider seeking linebacker help before the trade deadline.

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Owen Sound, Omaha and Macon Ready Holiday Light DisplaysLifestyle — Oct 24, 2026Cities are preparing holiday light attractions: Owen Sound is installing its historic cross-street decorations, while Omaha has assembled its Salvation Army Tree of Lights ahead of a Nov. 5 ceremony. In Macon, Georgia, a free downtown display features more than a million lights synchronized to original local music.

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Terrell Owens Urges ESPN to Suspend Stephen A. Smith — Oct 14, 2026Terrell Owens says ESPN should suspend Stephen A. Smith for comments that appeared to dismiss Lane Johnson’s decision to retire and prioritize his mental health. Smith has apologized, but Owens argues that an apology should not preclude consequences.

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Derek Foss Terrell Owens should focus on supporting players who retire for mental health instead of pushing for Stephen A to get suspended.

Konecny Scores, Flyers Snap Skid, Beat Utah 6-3 — Nov 1, 2026Travis Konecny scored and assisted in his return from injury, while Owen Tippett also rejoined the lineup as the Philadelphia Flyers beat Utah 6-3 to end a three-game winless streak. Matvei Michkov scored his 10th goal of the season, and Philadelphia’s improved composure and veteran presence helped secure the win.

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Chris Dalton Michkov reaching 10 goals is solid but the improved composure from the vets made the difference in holding the lead.

New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Gary Owen Announces 2027 Tour Stops NationwideEntertainment — Oct 20, 2026Gary Owen is expanding his “No Hard Feelings” tour with upcoming theater dates in Hattiesburg, Hershey, Macon and San Francisco. The shows feature his observational humor and personal storytelling; the Hattiesburg, Hershey and Macon performances are scheduled for 2027, while the San Francisco listing gives a May 14 date.

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Cubs Enter Offseason Facing Pitching, Roster QuestionsSports — Oct 30, 2026The Cubs face a major offseason rebuild, with much of their rotation and outfield potentially departing and early projections placing them well behind the Brewers, whose pitching depth and player development have widened the gap. Chicago’s infield looks steadier, and top prospect Owen Ayers could help at catcher, but the team’s struggles have renewed calls to invest in a durable frontline starter rather than rely on risky gambles.

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Owen Power scores OT winner in Sabres rally past Maple Leafs — Oct 16, 2026Owen Power scored the overtime winner as the Buffalo Sabres rallied from a two-goal, third-period deficit to beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 5-4. Jack Quinn had two goals, while Kirill Marchenko scored a hat trick for Toronto; Maple Leafs forward John Tavares left with an apparent leg injury.

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Rachel Meyers Sabres pulling off that third period comeback after trailing by two shows real grit from the whole lineup.

Suzuki Out 2-4 Weeks, 546-Game Streak Ends — Oct 22, 2026Montreal Canadiens captain Nick Suzuki is expected to miss two to four weeks with an upper-body injury, ending his 546-game consecutive-appearance streak. The injury came after he blocked a shot against San Jose; Montreal recalled forward Owen Beck from the AHL.

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Tom Gallagher Suzuki's streak was something else but blocking shots always carries this risk, hope the recovery goes smooth.

Build a pizza and the AI guesses your ageQuizie — QuizCrust to final slice, every topping is evidence. The AI guesses your age — and explains exactly which choice gave you away.

Simone Biles Sells Houston-Area Home After Six Years — Oct 21, 2026Simone Biles became emotional in a TikTok video while saying goodbye to the Houston-area home where she and husband Jonathan Owens lived for six years, recalling the memories and personal growth it represented. The home sold shortly after being listed; Biles said they built a new dream home.

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NHL teams balance strong starts with injuries and special-teams testsSports — Oct 18, 2026The week-ahead NHL previews spotlight Buffalo’s Owen Power breakout and penalty-kill concerns, Detroit’s uneven .500 start and injury-hit roster ahead of a Western road trip, and Ottawa’s strong 6-3 start tempered by William Eklund’s lengthy absence. Montreal’s 4-3-1 Canadiens are leaning on their top line amid defensive and depth-scoring concerns, while projected returns from injury could allow the team to balance its forward lines.

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Salvation Army seeks volunteers as Christmas Wish marks 50th seasonLifestyle — 3dHoliday charities are seeking volunteers to ring Salvation Army bells in Bemidji, help with Owensboro’s 50th Christmas Wish season, and adopt children’s letters through USPS Operation Santa. The postal program requires identity verification and lets individuals or groups fulfill wishes securely, as demand for adopters outpaces available volunteers.

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Priya Raman The postal program needs more adopters since demand is high and those kids deserve the help.

Officials Across Regions Consider E-Bike, Scooter LimitsAuto — 6dAuthorities are weighing or imposing tighter rules on bikes and scooters: Antalya will restrict motorcycle and bicycle travel on some routes during COP31, while Reno and Owensboro are considering stronger e-bike and scooter limits, particularly for young riders. In Britain, proposed national standards would let local governments license shared-bike operators and regulate parking, fleets and rider conduct.

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Five Local Lunch Spots Showcase Regional Food TraditionsLifestyle — 6dLocal lunch features highlight neighborhood food destinations, from Indianapolis’s Moody’s Butcher Shop and Owensboro’s expanded Honey Baked Ham offerings to longstanding barbecue favorites in Lexington, North Carolina, and Columbus, Georgia. In Madison, firefighters’ shared meals serve not only as a break during long shifts but also as an important source of connection and support.

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Tyler Cowen: No Matter Who Wins the Midterms, Economics Will Lose2 sources — Nov 1, 2026

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Nicole Hardy Both parties keep promising benefits without fixing the debt path.

Rockets, Hornets Jersey Histories Cover Five PlayersSports — 5dRetrospectives on NBA jersey-number history profile Rockets Larry Moffett, who wore No. 41 for his lone season with Houston, and Ryan Bowen, who wore No. 40 from 2004 to 2006. Hornets profiles cover Eddie Johnson’s 1993–94 season, Damion Baugh’s brief 2024–25 stint, and Bryce McGowens’ two seasons with Charlotte before moving on to other teams.

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Georgia Beats Florida 27-8 in Atlanta — Oct 28, 2026Georgia is favored by 12.5 points over Florida in their Atlanta rivalry game, with both Gators quarterbacks listed as questionable and Georgia running back Chauncey Bowens upgraded to questionable. The matchup carries SEC-title implications, while analyst Joel Klatt predicts Georgia will face Ole Miss in the conference championship.

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NBA suspends Hawks rookie one game for elbowing Pelicans guard — Nov 1, 2026The NBA suspended Hawks rookie Kingston Flemings one game without pay for intentionally elbowing Pelicans guard Bryce McGowens in the head during Atlanta’s 121-99 loss. Flemings was ejected and will serve the suspension when Atlanta faces Indiana.

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