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Western Union says it ended Intermex deal over state rulesBusiness — 3dWestern Union says it terminated its agreement to acquire Intermex after rejecting conditions imposed by California regulators as unacceptable, citing required changes to its business model and agent relationships. Intermex disputes the termination, says it is ready to close, and is pursuing legal remedies to compel the deal or seek damages.

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Sam Okafor California regulators killed this deal with demands no company should have to swallow.

Man Dies in Vallejo Ferry Terminal Shooting, 13th HomicideWorld — 5dA man died after being shot Sunday near Vallejo’s ferry terminal, marking the city’s 13th homicide of the year. Police are investigating; the victim has not been identified and the motive remains unknown.

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Panama Canal Plans $2.6 Billion Terminal Bidder ShortlistBusiness — Nov 4, 2026The Panama Canal Authority expects to name prequalified bidders by the end of 2026 for two container terminals projected to cost $2.6 billion, with shortlisted firms then invited to submit formal proposals. Maersk and MSC could bid, but neither is confirmed; the terminals are part of an $8.5 billion plan to expand Panama’s logistics and energy infrastructure.

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Delta CEO Vows Fight Over Planned Heathrow Split — Nov 2, 2026Delta CEO Ed Bastian is challenging Heathrow’s plan to move Delta from Terminal 3 to Terminal 4 in 2028, separating it from joint-venture partner Virgin Atlantic. Delta and Virgin say the split could make connections less convenient and weaken customer choice, while Heathrow says the broader terminal reshuffle will ease congestion and improve operations.

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Waterfront Projects Plan Construction Across Three CitiesBusiness — 3dA 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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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.

Reports: Georgia-South Carolina Port Plan AbandonedLifestyle — Nov 7, 2026A 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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Chris Pratt Says ‘The Terminal List’ Was Overlooked By Hollywood1 source — Oct 26, 2026

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Sam Okafor The Terminal List had solid pacing and Pratt's performance felt grounded, so it's odd the industry didn't push it harder.

Antonio Brown Gets Three-Year Probation in Shooting Case — Nov 6, 2026Former NFL star Antonio Brown pleaded guilty to reduced aggravated-assault charges over a Miami shooting and was sentenced to three years of probation, avoiding prison. His conditions include weekly counseling and a ban on possessing firearms; he may seek early termination if he complies with the terms.

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Nicole Hardy Brown should be thankful he dodged prison, but three years of weekly counseling is a solid reminder to stay on track.

Fire Erupts in Houston Airport Terminal Restaurant KitchenWorld — Oct 27, 2026A fire broke out in a restaurant at Terminal C of Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport, sending smoke and flames into view and prompting nearby passengers to be moved as a precaution. Firefighters extinguished the blaze; no injuries were reported, and flights were not affected.

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Maine monitoring finds benzene above guideline near South Portland terminalsEnvironment — Oct 27, 2026Maine monitoring found elevated benzene levels around South Portland petroleum terminals, including long-term concentrations as high as 4.5 times the state guideline at one site and double the guideline at a Citgo site. State officials recommend a year-long study with monitors closer to homes to determine how levels change beyond the terminal fencelines, while cautioning that fenceline readings do not establish residents’ exposure levels.

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Two Chinese Brands Drop Mbappe Over Mao Clip — Oct 27, 2026Dongpeng and Mengniu terminated all cooperation with Mbappe after a video showed him calling a Mao meme 'some guy -- I think he's a Chinese dictator'.

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Marcus Bell Mbappe should learn basic facts about major world figures before commenting on memes, especially with big sponsorship deals on the line.

Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

All Puerto Rico KFC, Taco Bell outlets closeBusiness — Nov 2, 2026All KFC and Taco Bell locations in Puerto Rico have temporarily closed after Yum! Brands terminated its franchise relationship with local operator Encanto Restaurants, saying it no longer met the company’s standards. Yum is seeking a new franchise partner to reopen the restaurants, though a reported takeover effort has encountered hurdles.

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Cities make leadership changes, appoint interim managersPolitics — Nov 3, 2026Cape Coral’s outgoing City Council voted without advance notice to terminate City Manager Michael Ilczyszyn’s contract less than a day before voters went to the polls, drawing criticism over the timing; a former mayor said the council retained the authority to act. The city named Maureen Buice interim city manager while the council considers next steps.

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Wisconsin Cities End Flock Contracts, Toledo Keeps CamerasPolitics — Nov 2, 2026Toledo City Council rejected a proposal to end its Flock Safety contract, leaving the license plate cameras active while an independent review of their data continues. Two Rivers, by contrast, voted unanimously to terminate its contract and ordered its cameras kept covered until removal, amid broader privacy and data-sharing concerns.

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Barbara Barrie, Oscar-Nominated Actress, Dies at 95 After Medical Assistance — Oct 28, 2026Barbara Barrie died Oct. 28 at 95 at her Manhattan home in a medically assisted death after terminal cancer, her daughter told The New York Times.

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What hobby should you actually pick up?Quizie — QuizNot another 'try journaling.' Twelve questions and the AI prescribes the specific hobby your brain has been asking for.

Ukraine launches more than 1,000 drones at Russian oil terminals and data centers — Oct 18, 2026Ukraine launched more than 1,000 drones overnight Oct. 18, 2026, hitting a St. Petersburg oil terminal and depot; one killed, five injured, about 20,000 without power.

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Priya Raman One death and twenty thousand without power seems like a steep price for those data center hits.

United Opens Houston Concourse, Americas’ Largest Airline Club — Oct 21, 2026United has opened the 765,000-square-foot Terminal B North Concourse at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport, with 22 gates and an 800-seat United Club featuring an outdoor terrace. The concourse anchors a $2.6 billion Terminal B overhaul that also upgrades the South Concourse, baggage handling and airport access, expanding capacity at United’s Houston hub.

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Tom Gallagher This upgrade at Bush Intercontinental looks overdue, those extra gates and the big club should cut down on delays for United flyers.

Toledo Orders Evacuations After Chemical Leak at Tank Terminal — Oct 21, 2026Nearly 1,000 Ohio residents were ordered to evacuate Tuesday night after a hazardous chemical leak sparked explosion fears.

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Ogun Constructs, Rehabilitates 1,700 Kilometers of RoadsWorld — Oct 29, 2026Nigeria’s infrastructure push spans Ogun State’s road network and Lagos’s bridges and rail projects, which aim to improve connectivity while, in Lagos, incorporating local heritage. Separately, the country’s fast-growing digital payments system depends on mobile telecom networks to connect terminals, banks and merchants.

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Gainesville Inland Port Opens, Targeting 26,000 Containers by RailBusiness — Oct 29, 2026Georgia opened its $134 million Gainesville Inland Port, connecting Northeast Georgia businesses to the Port of Savannah by Norfolk Southern rail and offering an alternative to long-haul trucking. The terminal is expected to shift 26,000 containers to rail in its first year, easing highway congestion and emissions while supporting the region’s manufacturers and supply chains.

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LVIA board approves 55 million dollar parking garageTravel — Oct 27, 2026Lehigh Valley International Airport has approved a $55 million, five-level parking garage that will add about 1,000 spaces and connect to the terminal via a covered walkway, with completion expected by 2029. Officials cite record passenger growth and say added shuttles and temporary parking will help travelers during construction.

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Nicole Hardy Fifty-five million is steep for a garage, but the covered walkway and extra shuttles should help ease the construction mess.

Regional Courts Detail Charges, Pleas, SentencesPolitics — Oct 21, 2026The articles are unrelated local court reports and legal notices, covering municipal traffic and criminal cases, preliminary hearings, probation violations, and a petition to terminate parental rights; no shared central event is reported.

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Toledo Chemical Leak Prompts 1-Mile Evacuations, 3-Mile Shelter Orders — Oct 21, 2026North Toledo ordered a 1-mile evacuation and 3-mile shelter-in-place after a glycidyl methacrylate leak at MC Tank Terminal; one first responder was hospitalized.

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Elena Vasquez Hope everyone stays safe with those shelter orders in place, especially near the tank terminal.

Manufacturing Growth Plans Span Multiple RegionsBusiness — Oct 27, 2026Manufacturing is taking varied forms, from new industrial space and tenant support at New York City’s Brooklyn Army Terminal to Memphis’s efforts to grow beyond its logistics legacy and Nagami’s digitally enabled 3D-printing model. The articles also spotlight Andromeda Industries’ longstanding lifting-equipment business and current manufacturing openings in Lafayette, Indiana.

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