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Philip Rivers set to return to NC State as head coach
Philip Rivers
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Philip Rivers has accepted NC State’s head football coaching job, returning to the program where he played after coaching at an Alabama high school. The university’s trustees are expected to approve his contract, though he has no college or professional coaching experience.
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Jared Kim
Hiring a guy with zero college experience after just a high school job feels like a gamble for NC State.
Atmospheric River Could Bring Dayslong Orange County Rain
Weather
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An atmospheric river is expected to bring rain to Southern California, with possible increased moisture across the West Coast and strong winds along the immediate coast.
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Waterfront Projects Plan Construction Across Three Cities
Business
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A privately owned SeaPoint marine terminal is planned for a 755-acre site on the Savannah River, about five miles downstream from River Street, with construction set to begin in 2027. Its 3,000-foot berth would add capacity to the crowded waterfront, where owner Reed Dulany’s sea-wall work has faced objections from the Georgia Ports Authority amid a long-running dispute.
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New mayors and councils sworn in across Grand Forks, Powell River
Politics
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Newly elected and returning local officials in Grand Forks, Merritt, Powell River and Greenville were sworn in for new terms, with leaders emphasizing priorities including housing, infrastructure, public safety, economic development and community engagement. Bangor also welcomed three members to its school committee, which elected Katie Brydon as chair and plans to develop a strategic plan and address facility maintenance.
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Blue State Residents Balk At NFL Owner’s $16 Billion Data Center Project That Could Cut Their Property Taxes
Simon August · 6 min · 14h
Authorities Investigate Deaths of Women Found in South Africa and US Rivers
World
— Nov 4, 2026
Authorities are investigating the deaths of women found in a Free State river and Washington’s Columbia River; the Richland woman has been identified, while the Free State woman remains unidentified. In South Africa, a family found their missing daughter had been unidentified in a mortuary for more than two weeks, and a separate 1989 Minnesota river homicide remains unsolved.
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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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Peace River Flooding Threatens 60 DeSoto Homes
Weather
— 6d
The Peace River has crested above 16 feet in major flood stage in DeSoto County, inundating roads, parks and the Peace River Campground and prompting evacuations as officials warn that up to 60 homes could be affected. The water is expected to recede slowly, while residents and local organizations move people and animals to safety and prepare for recovery.
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Report finds microplastics at all 15 watershed sites
Environment
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A new report found microplastics in every tested waterway across the Chesapeake Bay watershed, including the Susquehanna River, raising concerns about impacts on wildlife, drinking water and human health. Environmental advocates say reducing plastic pollution at its source through policies such as producer-responsibility laws and restrictions on single-use plastics could help address the problem.
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Derek Foss
Wildlife in the bay is probably suffering from all these particles. Restricting single-use plastics would help prevent more buildup in the long run.
Arizona Couple Found Dead After Salt River Kayak Trip
World
— Nov 3, 2026
An Arizona couple drowned after falling from an inflatable kayak on the Salt River during heavy rain and elevated water flows. Authorities said neither was wearing a life jacket and warned of dangerous currents and changing river conditions.
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Atmospheric River to Bring Storms to Pacific Northwest
Weather
— Nov 4, 2026
An active Pacific weather pattern is bringing repeated rain and gusty winds to western Washington, with atmospheric-river moisture expected to increase the risk of heavy precipitation, mountain snow and coastal hazards into mid-November. Forecasters say flooding is not currently anticipated in some areas, but rainfall could raise river levels, while wind-driven outages and localized water problems remain possible.
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Peru Unveils World's Tallest Pope Leo Statue
Callao, Peru, unveiled a 14-meter statue of Pope Leo XIV ahead of his visit, honoring his decades of service in the country and Peruvian citizenship. The monument is billed as the world’s tallest statue of a pope as Leo’s South American tou
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Sunny Weather Expected, River Flood Warnings Persist
Weather
— Nov 2, 2026
Phoenix will stay dry and warm gradually into the low 80s this weekend, though breezy conditions and ongoing river flooding from dam releases remain concerns; rain may return late next week. Florida’s Suncoast is also forecast to turn sunny and cooler, but rivers remain in flood stage, with major flooding possible along the Peace River near Arcadia.
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Travel Features Explore Rail Routes, Culinary Experiences
Travel
— Nov 3, 2026
Rail journeys offer travelers scenic and practical ways to explore, from Kashmir’s snow-covered valley and Austria’s new fast Graz–Klagenfurt link to Amtrak’s Missouri River Runner along the Missouri River. Other itineraries combine rail and air travel across Europe and Asia, while a new direct service connects Prague, Berlin and Copenhagen.
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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep Dish
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.
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California Approves Sites Reservoir Water Permit
Environment
— Nov 5, 2026
California regulators approved a water-right permit allowing the proposed Sites Reservoir to divert up to 986,000 acre-feet annually from the Sacramento River during high-flow periods, advancing a major project intended to store water for droughts and provide flood and environmental benefits. The permit limits diversions to protect fish, water quality and senior rights, but environmental and Tribal advocates say safeguards may be inadequate and question the project’s costs and potential harm to rivers, wildlife and cultural resources.
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Sazerac Buys Full Sail, Closes Hood River Pub
Business
— Nov 3, 2026
Sazerac, the spirits company behind Buffalo Trace, has acquired Oregon’s Full Sail Brewing to add production capacity, but did not disclose the deal’s terms or its plans for the brewery. Local reports say Full Sail’s Hood River brewpub closed and restaurant staff were laid off; an employee said the facility would focus on contract production, while the future of Full Sail’s beer brands remains unconfirmed.
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Rain moves Carolinas river basin from Stage 2 to Stage 1 drought
Environment
— Nov 2, 2026
Recent rainfall has improved conditions in the Catawba-Wateree River Basin, prompting officials to lower drought status from Stage 2 to Stage 1 and lift mandatory water restrictions in several North Carolina communities. Residents are still urged to conserve water voluntarily as streamflows recover and the basin remains short of normal conditions.
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Shrink Group Seems More Into Watching Drag Queens Dance Than Helping Patients, Scientists Allege
Libby Bandelin · 3 min · 15h
Solheim Ties Moutai Quality to Chishui Protection
Erik Solheim
— Nov 1, 2026
At the 2026 Chishui River Forum, Erik Solheim said protecting the river has improved local well-being while supporting tourism, jobs and economic growth in Guizhou. He argued the region shows environmental conservation and development can advance together, and that Moutai’s quality depends on the area’s healthy natural resources.
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Marcus Bell
Protecting the Chishui River clearly pays off if it keeps Moutai quality high and brings jobs to Guizhou at the same time.
Build a pizza and the AI guesses your age
Quizie
— Quiz
Crust to final slice, every topping is evidence. The AI guesses your age — and explains exactly which choice gave you away.
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Rare royal barge procession to sail Bangkok river on Nov. 6
World
— Nov 2, 2026
Bangkok’s Chao Phraya River will host a rare Royal Barge Procession, with 52 ornate boats and about 2,200 Royal Thai Navy rowers carrying King Maha Vajiralongkorn and Queen Suthida to Wat Arun for the Buddhist Kathin ceremony. Months of training and restoration have prepared the fleet for the centuries-old ceremony, which is held on special royal occasions.
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Reports: Georgia-South Carolina Port Plan Abandoned
Lifestyle
— 5d
A planned mega-port terminal on the Savannah River has been abandoned after two decades, with insiders saying the Georgia-South Carolina project was flawed from the outset. Other Georgia-focused coverage highlights Democratic gains in the state’s House races and Andrew Young’s civil-rights and public-service legacy.
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Fishermen Rescue Royal Caribbean Pianist Near Catalina
World
— 5d
Two Newport Beach fishermen rescued a Royal Caribbean pianist who had reportedly spent about nine hours in the Pacific nearly 20 miles off Southern California; he was hospitalized and is expected to survive. In a separate incident, New York emergency crews used a rope system to rescue a fisherman stranded by a strong current in the Mohawk River near Peebles Island, without injuries.
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“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not s
Community
— Oct 29, 2026
Posted to FaithTap by IJR.
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Maya Lindstrom
My pastor quoted this last Sunday and it fits exactly with what's happening now.
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Ireland Crowd Hurls Insults, Object at Biden
Former President Joe Biden did not receive a warm reception Tuesday during his visit to Ireland alongside former first lady Jill Biden. A crowd of anti-Israel agitators hurled ins… — by Sandra Rhodes
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Driver Arrested After East Providence Three-Car Crash
Auto
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A Fall River man was arrested after allegedly leading police from Massachusetts into East Providence, crashing a BMW into an occupied car and two parked vehicles, then fleeing on foot twice. An officer used a Taser to take him into custody; two people in the occupied car were treated for minor injuries, and the suspect faces multiple Rhode Island charges and additional charges in Massachusetts.
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Regional Forecasts Expect Storms, Cooling, Flood Risks
Weather
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Warm, mostly dry weather will give way to cooler air this weekend in Daytona Beach and Tampa, though St. Johns River flooding remains a concern near Daytona. Charlotte faces rain and possible thunderstorms before a cooler, sunny weekend, while St. Louis turns cooler Friday before sunny conditions return.
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Salmonella Oyster Outbreak Sickens 27, Closes Virginia River
Health
— Oct 26, 2026
Virginia has confirmed the outbreak strain of Salmonella in oyster samples from all four tested Little Wicomico River leases, and the river remains closed to oyster and clam harvesting pending further testing. The recalled oysters, harvested Sept. 18–Oct. 8 and distributed across multiple states and Washington, D.C., have been linked by the CDC to 27 illnesses and five hospitalizations; consumers and sellers are urged not to use them.
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Florida, Texas Counties Urge Flood Damage Reports
Weather
— 6d
Florida officials are urging residents and businesses affected by flooding in Indian River and St. Lucie counties to report property damage so agencies can assess recovery needs. In El Paso County, Texas, officials have requested SBA help with preliminary damage assessments and are asking affected Texans to submit reports to help determine whether federal disaster aid may be available.
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Arizona towns draw retirees with affordable homes
Lifestyle
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Arizona retirees can find different versions of an affordable, slower-paced lifestyle in Parker, Prescott Valley and Green Valley. The towns offer distinct draws—from Parker’s Colorado River setting and close-knit community to Prescott Valley’s garden-friendly homes and Green Valley’s golf amenities and access to Tucson—though prices and housing options vary.
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Blacklisted Chinese Military University Gets Its Hands On Powerful American AI Chips
Francis Kapper · 5 min · 15h
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