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Italian eateries plan new locations in Texas, New York and North CarolinaBusiness — 4dRestaurant openings and expansions are bringing new Italian-inspired dining to several U.S. communities: Amy D’s is planned for downtown Frisco in 2027, Maggiano’s is expected at Raleigh’s Crabtree Valley next year, Tony’s Tacos is opening its sixth location in Holbrook, and Tony’s Italian Delicatessen has opened in Spring, Texas. The concepts range from upscale Italian dining to Italian-Mexican tacos and neighborhood sandwiches.

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Evers Visits Wisconsin Food Pantries to Spotlight $10 Million Grant Program — 3dWisconsin Gov. Tony Evers visited food pantries, including one at UW-La Crosse, to spotlight ongoing food insecurity and the need to help families and students access food. The state budget includes $10 million for grants helping nonprofits buy food from Wisconsin producers, while campus officials noted that about 36% of University of Wisconsin students experience some level of food insecurity.

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Crowe sets freshman record in Missouri’s 96-58 win — 3dMissouri routed SIU Edwardsville 96-58, bouncing back from its first loss as freshman Jason Crowe Jr. scored a career-high 34 points to set the program’s single-game freshman scoring record. Toni Bryant added 18 points, while forward Mark Mitchell left early with a facial injury and did not return.

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Rachel Meyers Crowe breaking the freshman record with 34 is a great sign after their last loss.

PWHL unveils four expansion teams, including San Jose Sea LionsSports — 3dThe PWHL has named its first California franchise the San Jose Sea Lions, unveiling a coastal-inspired blue-and-orange logo as the team prepares to debut at SAP Center. The name also honors the 1946 San Francisco Sea Lions, whose roster included Toni Stone, a pioneer in men’s professional baseball; the league also announced identities for expansion teams in Detroit, Hamilton and Las Vegas.

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Robbins book claims fees erase most retirement savings over decades — Nov 4, 2026Tony Robbins’s Money: Master the Game turns hedge-fund cost and allocation habits into steps a salaried 401(k) holder can run this week without trying to beat the market.

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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.

Tennessee judge allows inmates to add failed execution allegations to lawsuitPolitics — Nov 6, 2026A Davidson County judge allowed Tennessee death row inmates to add allegations about botched execution attempts involving Christa Pike and Tony Carruthers to their lawsuit challenging the state’s lethal-injection protocol. The ruling lets the case proceed with the new claims but does not decide whether the protocol is unconstitutional.

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Elena Vasquez This ruling keeps the lawsuit moving forward without deciding anything yet. The state needs to address these claims head on before any more executions happen.

Packers, Titans Make Injury-Driven Roster Moves — 6dThe Packers reshuffled their offensive line after Aaron Banks was injured against New England, giving veteran Kevin Zeitler his first game action while Laken Tomlinson moved to left guard. Green Bay’s only other pregame roster move was elevating tight end Drake Dabney, with running-back decisions still unresolved and speculation linking Tony Pollard to the team reportedly put to rest.

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Royals, Orioles, Angels Make Option Decisions — Oct 29, 2026The Royals picked up Tony Gonsolin’s $2.5 million option for 2027, giving the right-hander a chance to compete for a rotation spot after Tommy John surgery. They declined Carlos Estévez’s $13 million option.

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Packers Expect Jacobs to Stay Amid NFL Investigation — Nov 2, 2026The Packers face uncertainty over Josh Jacobs after three additional women accused him of abuse, while the NFL continues reviewing the allegations and has yet to determine whether he will be suspended. With Jacobs also struggling on the field, Green Bay is weighing roster options, including a potential trade for Titans running back Tony Pollard, but salary and cap considerations complicate its choices.

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Titans' Pollard Scores Five Touchdowns in Two Games — Nov 1, 2026Tony Pollard rushed for 117 yards and two touchdowns and added 20 receiving yards in Tennessee’s 43-36 overtime loss to Cincinnati, extending a surge to five rushing touchdowns over his past two games. After the Titans’ bye, he faces Jacksonville’s league-best run defense, which could challenge his momentum.

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Oregon Men’s Teams Open Seasons With Wins — Nov 3, 2026Oregon opened its season with an 87-69 win over Montana, pulling away late behind 17 points from Tyrone Riley IV, efficient inside scoring and a 15-2 run. The victory marked interim coach Tony Stubblefield’s regular-season debut; separately, Oregon State coach Justin Joyner won his debut as the Beavers routed Weber State 102-61.

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Chris Dalton Oregon's late 15-2 run showed real control after a close start, and Riley's scoring inside made the difference.

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

Jazz Claim Center Tony Bradley Off Waivers — Oct 17, 2026The Utah Jazz claimed veteran center Tony Bradley off waivers from the New York Knicks, filling their final standard roster spot with added frontcourt depth. Bradley’s inherited contract is non-guaranteed, giving Utah flexibility as it evaluates his role.

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Giants trade Furman to Nationals for Neubeck to clear roster space — Nov 2, 2026The San Francisco Giants traded infielder Nate Furman to the Washington Nationals for minor-league left-handed pitcher Tony Neubeck, clearing a spot on their 40-man roster ahead of a deadline. Furman struggled in 22 major-league games but hit well in Triple-A; Washington can develop his versatility while he has three option years remaining.

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Sam Okafor Neubeck looks like a useful lefty to add in the minors while Furman gives Washington a versatile guy they can develop with his options intact.

Iowa shuts out Wisconsin 30-0, secures bowl eligibility — Oct 31, 2026Iowa bounced back from its loss to Minnesota with a 30-0 home shutout of Wisconsin, controlling the game on both sides of the ball and securing bowl eligibility. Quarterback Hank Brown threw for 222 yards and two touchdowns, while DJ Vonnahme scored by both rushing and receiving and Tony Diaz added a touchdown as the Hawkeyes’ offense found its rhythm.