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Strathcona to Acquire Greenfire in C$2.8 Billion Oil Sands Deal
Business
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Strathcona Resources agreed to acquire Greenfire Resources in a cash-and-stock deal valuing the Canadian oil sands producer at C$2.7 billion to C$2.9 billion, including debt. Greenfire shareholders can choose C$11 cash or 0.25 Strathcona shares for each share, combining the companies’ oil sands and heavy-oil operations.
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Marcus Bell
Shareholders choosing between eleven dollars cash or a quarter share gives decent flexibility depending on whether they want liquidity or exposure to the bigger firm.
Iowa Governor-Elect Sand Names Chief, Expands Cross-Party Team
Rob Sand
— Nov 7, 2026
Iowa Gov.-elect Rob Sand has appointed Abe Rakov as chief of staff and added independent and Republican leaders to his transition team, saying he wants differing perspectives and cross-party cooperation. Sand, who defeated Republican Zach Lahn to become Iowa’s first Democratic governor since 2006, will take office in January facing a Republican-controlled Legislature.
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Democrat Rob Sand projected to win Iowa governor's race
Politics
— Nov 4, 2026
Democrat Rob Sand won Iowa's governorship with 754,086 votes over Zach Lahn, the first Democrat elected to the office since 2006.
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Rachel Meyers
Sand's win shows voters want practical leadership over party extremes in Iowa.
Tonle Sap Falls 1.5 Meters, Fisheries at Risk
Environment
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Record El Niño-driven drought is lowering Tonle Sap’s water levels and reducing fish catches, threatening the livelihoods of about 1.5 million people who depend on the lake. Upstream dams, sand mining and climate change are further disrupting its seasonal flood cycle, while rising costs and outmigration deepen the strain on lake communities.
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Priya Raman
The drought and dams together are squeezing the lake dry, and those 1.5 million people will pay the price first.
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Duffy Floats $50 Billion Price Tag For Congress To Prevent Repeat Paralysis Of US Air Travel
Spencer Lombardo · 4 min · 2h
Swatting Calls Lock Down Schools in Tennessee, Colorado
World
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A hoax threat prompted lockdowns and a police response at three Murfreesboro schools; authorities cleared the threat as not credible and are searching for the caller. In Colorado Springs, Sand Creek High School also went into lockdown after a reported threat believed to be a swatting call, which police are investigating.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
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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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Iowa Governor-elect Sand names transition team
Rob Sand
— Nov 6, 2026
Iowa Gov.-elect Rob Sand named Elisabeth Buck, a veteran of past gubernatorial transitions, and union leader Morgan Miller to co-lead his team as it prepares for his January inauguration and fills state government posts. His transition launched IowaForAll.com for job and participation opportunities, while Gov. Kim Reynolds has pledged a smooth transfer of power.
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Iowa Voters Choose Between Sand and Lahn to Succeed Reynolds
Politics
— Nov 3, 2026
Iowa voters are choosing between Democrat Rob Sand and Republican Zach Lahn in a closely watched open governor’s race that could break Republicans’ dominance of state government. Both candidates criticized the status quo, while offering different visions on issues including costs, health care, the budget and water pollution.
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Virginia VDOT Prepares 12,000 Vehicles for Winter
Weather
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Virginia’s transportation department says it is readying crews and more than 12,000 pieces of equipment to clear and treat over 128,000 lane miles during winter storms, with large supplies of salt, sand and brine on hand. Officials also urge drivers to check tires, batteries and wipers and assemble an emergency kit before winter weather arrives.
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Iowa Gubernatorial Candidates Campaign Across State
Politics
— Oct 29, 2026
Democrat Rob Sand and running mate Dave Muhlbauer made a final campaign push for Iowa governor, urging turnout and calling for a change in leadership while emphasizing cancer prevention, affordability and education. Sand said he would veto further abortion restrictions, contrasting with Republican Zach Lahn’s support for existing restrictions; Lahn also campaigned to reach voters before Election Day.
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Footage Shows Family Scrambling as Brooklyn Building Begins to Collapse
Newly released footage from inside a Brooklyn apartment shows a family scrambling for safety as their building suddenly began collapsing, killing eight people and leaving at least… — by Andrew Powell
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Workers Rescued in Three Soil Cave-Ins
Environment
— Nov 3, 2026
Workers were rescued after becoming trapped in soil or sand at separate work sites in Green Bay, Surat, and Queens. The Surat worker was reported in critical condition, the Queens worker was hospitalized with minor injuries according to one report, and a firefighter was injured during the Green Bay rescue.
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Sand in My Boots Plans 2027 Return
Morgan Wallen
— Oct 19, 2026
Morgan Wallen’s Sand in My Boots festival will return to Gulf Shores, Alabama, in May 2027 after a year off. Organizers have not announced exact dates or performers, but the lineup is expected in November; Wallen’s own appearance has not been confirmed.
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Support Trump vs Support Democrats
Yourlist
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Every executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.
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Wallen Festival Sets 2027 Lineup and Gulf Shores Return
Morgan Wallen
— Oct 30, 2026
Morgan Wallen’s Sand In My Boots festival will return to Gulf Shores, Alabama, May 21–23, 2027, with new stage concepts and an enhanced fan experience. The lineup and pass details have not been announced; hotel packages are available, following the festival’s sold-out, cross-genre debut in 2025.
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GOP Iowa Candidate Reports Raising $16.9 Million as Filings Hit Three States
Politics
— Oct 19, 2026
Pre-election campaign-finance filings in South Dakota and Iowa revealed fundraising, spending and remaining balances for legislative, statewide and gubernatorial candidates; in Iowa, Republican Zach Lahn raised slightly more than Democrat Rob Sand, but Sand had substantially more cash remaining. Nebraska candidates and political committees face an Oct. 26 reporting deadline, giving voters an updated view of campaign finances before Election Day.
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Crews fortify beaches amid widespread king-tide erosion
Weather
— Oct 27, 2026
Unusually high tides and coastal flooding have prompted emergency sand work along Florida and California shorelines, including erosion repairs near Jupiter’s Civic Center and protective berms across Southern California. Officials are reinforcing the barriers and urging people to stay off them as tides threaten homes, walkways and other coastal infrastructure.
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Minneapolis Narrowly Votes To Make Big Data Centers Buy Green Power
Simon August · 5 min · 5h
King Tides Threaten California, South Carolina Coasts
Weather
— Oct 24, 2026
Unusually high king tides are prompting coastal flood alerts and preparations across Southern California, with flooding possible on beaches, roads, walkways and in low-lying properties. Newport Beach has declared a state of emergency and is building sand berms as it braces for potentially damaging tides; Metrolink plans to suspend service on part of its Orange County Line.
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Answer honestly and the AI sketches your soulmate
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Not who you think you want — who your answers say you need. The AI drafts the wanted poster.
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Iowa Governor Candidate’s Brother-in-Law Dies in Crash
Politics
— Oct 16, 2026
Walter Lauridsen, 42, brother-in-law of Iowa Democratic gubernatorial candidate Rob Sand, was killed Thursday night on Highway 34 in Lucas County. State Patrol officials said an eastbound SUV moved into the westbound lane to pass Lauridsen’s parked vehicle and struck him after he entered the roadway.
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Sarah Huckabee Sanders Clashes With ‘The View’ Hosts Over Immigration
Sandra Rhodes
— 2d
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders is no fan of “The View.” Sanders blasted the liberal co-hosts after her appearance Monday when was promoting her new book, “Unapologetic: Clar… — by Sandra Rhodes
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National Sandwich Day in NYC
Lifestyle
— Nov 1, 2026
New York’s sandwich scene reflects the city’s cultural diversity, from Vietnamese bánh mì and Argentinian milanesa to a French-style jambon-beurre, as new shops and food tours celebrate the sandwich’s local appeal. In Beirut, a pricey chicken sandwich has sparked debate over widening economic inequality, even as strong sales show some customers can still afford luxury dining.
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Pavia Visits Colorado, Seeks Sanders Opportunity
Deion Sanders
— Oct 18, 2026
Diego Pavia visited Boulder to support Deion Sanders and Colorado, saying he wishes he could play for Sanders as he looks for another football opportunity after being waived by the Ravens. Sanders responded warmly, and the two have maintained a close relationship despite Pavia previously declining his Jackson State offer over the prospect of being a backup.
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Duffy Floats $50 Billion Price Tag For Congress To Prevent Repeat Paralysis Of US Air Travel
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy doubled-down during a Saturday press conference on his request for Congress to give his department $50 billion to upgrade America's air traffic control systems.
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Browns Yet to Name Starter for Houston Game
Deshaun Watson
— Nov 7, 2026
A joking, ambiguous comment by Shedeur Sanders about the Saints’ defense became bulletin-board material in New Orleans, though Sanders later said he meant no disrespect and apologized if his words were taken out of context. In his first start of the season, he threw for 297 yards and two touchdowns, but Cleveland lost 23-22, and Saints defensive tackle Khristian Boyd mocked Sanders’ signature celebration after a sack.
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Chains Offer National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day Deals
Lifestyle
— 5d
Fast-food chains are marking National Fried Chicken Sandwich Day with app- and rewards-based offers, including discounted or free sandwiches, often with a minimum purchase. Indianapolis also highlighted plant-based fried “chicken” options for people who want to celebrate without meat.
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Nicole Hardy
These deals sound tempting but requiring an app and extra purchase takes the fun out of it for me.
Sandy’s Donuts Leader Mark Ostlund Dies at 62
Business
— Nov 7, 2026
Mark Ostlund, Sandy’s Donuts co-owner and longtime leader, has died unexpectedly at 62 from health complications. The son of founders Sandy and Donna, he helped build the West Fargo shop into a regional favorite, serving as CEO from 2002 until his son Jeff took over in 2022.
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Arkansas Gov. Sanders Proposes $6.97 Billion Budget With Future Tax Cuts
Sarah Huckabee Sanders
— Nov 6, 2026
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders proposed a balanced $6.97 billion budget, about 3.9% above the prior year, prioritizing $150 million for Medicaid, $70 million for Education Freedom Accounts and $20 million for early childhood education. The plan also includes one-time investments in Medicaid sustainability, water infrastructure and Human Development Centers, while Sanders says strong revenues and limits on government growth can leave room for future tax cuts.
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Sanders Rallies for Cooke in Wisconsin Battleground
Bernie Sanders
— Oct 25, 2026
Bernie Sanders rallied in Eau Claire for Democrat Rebecca Cooke, urging turnout in her closely watched rematch with Republican Rep. Derrick Van Orden and emphasizing affordability, health care, rural hospitals and economic inequality. Cooke said victory could help Democrats win the House, while Van Orden’s campaign criticized her alliance with Sanders and his politics.
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Congress Probes Disturbing String Of Suicides At NSA, Cyber Command
Jillian Butler · 3 min · 8h
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