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Trump says he offered Dana White press secretary job with fighter aides — 5dPresident Trump said he offered UFC CEO Dana White the job of White House press secretary and asked him to bring several MMA fighters as assistants. It remains unclear whether the offer was serious or whether White will accept.

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Rachel Meyers Trump's plan to staff the press office with MMA fighters would turn briefings into a spectacle instead of serious exchanges.

Caine Prize Clears Zimbabwean Author, Adds AI RulesTech — 1dThe Caine Prize upheld Zimbabwean writer Simbarashe Kundizeza’s award after an investigation found no evidence that his story “The Blue Fighter” was generated by AI, relying on interviews and analysis of draft metadata. The controversy prompted debate over AI-detection tools and whether African writers are being unfairly scrutinized; the prize also announced new safeguards for future submissions.

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Sam Okafor New submission rules are a practical step, but they need to apply evenly to everyone.

Islamic State-linked ADF kills 22 across eight Ituri communitiesWorld — 1dIslamic State-linked Allied Democratic Forces fighters killed at least 22 people and abducted 10 in attacks across eight remote communities in eastern Congo’s Ituri province. The toll may rise, and the violence could impede efforts to contain the province’s Ebola outbreak as Congolese and Ugandan forces continue operations against the group.

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Foo Fighters Open Australian Tour with 26-Song Brisbane Set — Nov 5, 2026Foo Fighters launched their Australian Take Cover tour with a nearly three-hour, 26-song show at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium, mixing hits, newer material, acoustic performances and covers. The band also paid tribute to late drummer Taylor Hawkins and celebrated its enduring connection with Australian fans.

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IJRRussian Pranksters Dupe OpenAI Officials Into Video Chat About ‘Offensive’ AI For UkraineDylan Kresak · 5 min · 1h

Jim Jordan defeats Scalise to lead House Republicans after midterm losses — 2dJim Jordan emerged as the apparent frontrunner in the contest to lead House Republicans after their midterm losses, with allies claiming he had more than 100 votes—a count disputed by Steve Scalise’s team. Jordan’s pitch as a fighter has drawn support from prominent Republicans and a strategist who argues the party needs new leadership, while Scalise’s backers point to his experience.

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Maya Lindstrom This leadership change might keep the party stuck arguing instead of focusing on results.

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.

Nigeria says troops killed 48 fighters repelling Boko Haram attacksWorld — Oct 30, 2026Nigerian troops backed by air support repelled attacks by Boko Haram and ISWAP fighters on military positions in Borno and Yobe states, killing 48 insurgents and recovering weapons and ammunition. One soldier was killed and two others were wounded.

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Elena Vasquez Losing one soldier is still a heavy cost even with 48 fighters taken out.

Air Force Band Performs at Wisconsin SchoolsLifestyle — Nov 4, 2026The U.S. Air Force Band performed for Wausau East High School students, pairing live music with a fighter-jet simulator experience to introduce students to music and aviation and connect the military with the community.

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Springsteen endorses El-Sayed day after rival backs Rogers — Nov 2, 2026Singer Bruce Springsteen is supporting Michigan’s Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed in Tuesday’s midterm election. “The Boss” described El-Sayed as a “fighter for our Amer… — by Sandra Rhodes

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America’s Most Powerful Stealth Fighters Are Getting A Massive Boost, But At What Cost? — Oct 22, 2026The Pentagon struck a massive agreement Thursday to procure at least 850 F-35 stealth fighters over the next decade.

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Andrew PowellNew Jersey Town Votes to End 150-Year Ban on Alcohol SalesA New Jersey borough known for its restaurants and longtime alcohol restrictions is preparing for a major change after voters approved a measure allowing licensed establishments to sell drinks for customers to enjoy on-site. According to Fox News , Collingswood, located outside Philadelphia, voted Nov. 3 to end a ban on alcohol sales that dates back to the 19th century. The ballot measure passed w3m · 21 reads

EA Sports Fight Night’s Comeback Cover Has Room For More Than 1 Fighter1 source — Oct 25, 2026

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Priya Raman They should include at least one veteran alongside the current stars to draw in longtime fans.

ISIS Bride Found Guilty In Historic Trial — Oct 28, 2026A federal jury convicted an American woman who married an ISIS fighter and underwent military training with the terrorist organization in Syria.

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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

Romanian F-16 fighter jets shoot down two drones over Romanian territorial waters — Oct 18, 2026

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Tom Gallagher This incident shows why keeping the F-16 fleet ready matters with so much activity in the Black Sea.

France Expands Nuclear Arsenal With Ten European Partners — Oct 27, 2026France is preparing to expand its nuclear arsenal and potentially deploy nuclear-capable fighter jets across Europe, raising the stakes of a confrontation with Russia as Moscow warns the initiative could destabilize nuclear security.

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Jake Paul Sets Dubai Boxing Return for Dec. 24 — Oct 27, 2026Jake Paul is targeting a Christmas Eve boxing comeback in Dubai after recovering from the broken jaw he suffered against Anthony Joshua. His opponent and broadcast partner remain unsettled, with former UFC fighter Darren Till among those in talks; Paul has also expressed interest in a Joshua rematch.

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IJRDemocrats Lean On Green Group To Reach UN Climate Talks Without TrumpSimon August · 7 min · 1h

Pakistan Taliban border fighting leaves casualty reports at oddsWorld — Oct 27, 2026Heavy clashes broke out between Pakistani forces and Afghan Taliban fighters near the Angoor Adda border crossing, with both sides reportedly using heavy weapons after cross-border fire. Reports described civilian deaths and injuries, casualties on the Pakistani side, and residents fleeing nearby communities; the toll remains unclear.

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Pick a food for every letter and the AI reveals your futureQuizie — QuizA to (almost) Z, one delicious decision at a time. At the end, the AI reads your feast like tea leaves and tells your fortune.

Italy probes Israeli officials over alleged flotilla abuse — Oct 16, 2026Italy expands probe to Katz, Ben-Gvir and Zamir after 50 Italians alleged flotilla abuse; Ben-Gvir: "I will continue to stand proudly alongside our fighters."

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Rachel Meyers This probe risks turning routine naval enforcement into an international political issue.

Israeli Aircraft Drill Toward Iran Through Iraq, Syria — Oct 20, 2026Unconfirmed reports say Israeli fighter jets flew through Syrian and Iraqi airspace toward Iran for simulated attack drills amid speculation about renewed conflict. One report also claimed Iranian aircraft conducted counter-maneuvers over Iraq, but the activity has not been independently confirmed.

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First U.S. ISIS Woman Trial Goes to JuryWorld — Oct 21, 2026A federal jury is weighing whether Halima Salman knowingly received weapons training from ISIS after she was taken to Syria as a teenager and married to a fighter. Prosecutors point to video of her with an AK-47 and other evidence, while Salman says her father forced her into ISIS territory and marriage; a counter-extremism specialist says her history appears more traumatic than radicalized.

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Police Videos Show Fights, Force Across Three CitiesWorld — Oct 17, 2026Former UFC fighter and New Jersey police officer Jimmy Rivera knocked out Brandon Meyer, a former prisoner, in the fourth round of their bare-knuckle bout at BKFC in Newark. Rivera later apologized to Meyer’s children, who were watching from his corner.

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Andrew PowellTrump Issues Blunt Warning as 1,500 Migrants Head Through MexicoPresident Donald Trump is threatening to double tariffs on Mexico if the country fails to stop a migrant caravan making its way north toward the U.S. border. According to Fox News , Trump said in a Thursday morning Truth Social post that large groups of migrants were gathering and beginning what he described as an “illegal march through Mexico.” He argued that some countries were sending people th31m · 95 reads

Former UFC Fighter Overcomes Depression1 source — Oct 31, 2024

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Afghanistan says forces killed 28 fighters crossing from Pakistan — Sep 27, 2026Afghanistan’s defense ministry says its forces killed **28** fighters and wounded 32 after a group it linked to Islamic State crossed from Pakistan into Nuristan.

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Maya Lindstrom Pakistan should tighten its side of the border so groups like this stop using it as a route.

Retired UFC fighter Diego Sanchez arrested for drunk driving — Sep 8, 2026

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Foo Fighters to Join AC/DC at Rescheduled Show — Sep 29, 2026Foo Fighters join AC/DC on Oct. 2 at MetLife after a nor'easter delay, weeks past a one-night-only St. Louis open; 1,000 pounds of surplus concert food went to a NJ nonprofit.

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Rachel Meyers Rescheduling around the nor'easter makes sense but I hope the October date holds up.

AI Fighter Jets Take To The Skies — Jun 20, 2026The U.S. Air Force is pushing the envelope on AI-based weapons with new unmanned fighter jets. The Air Force announced that it selected the winners of contracts for the Collaborative Combat Aircraft program, responsible…

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IJRIsrael Defense Industry Chief Predicts Another Iran War Despite Staggering US CostsFrancis Kapper · 7 min · 1h