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White House clip shows largest new US shipyard on former abandoned site — 1hThe clip shows the largest new shipyard in the United States with President Donald J. Trump noting that less than two years ago the site was abandoned and forgotten but is no longer. The footage is circulating amid interest in domestic indu

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India Wins Asian Games Gold, Skips Pakistan Handshake — 5dIndia beat Pakistan by 19 runs in the Asian Games men’s cricket final to win gold, but the teams continued their no-handshake pattern. In contrast, athletes from the two countries exchanged greetings and showed camaraderie in other sports, including volleyball.

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Sycamore Gap stump regrows three years after felling — 5dThe Sycamore Gap tree, illegally felled in 2023, is showing strong regrowth, with new shoots about two to three feet tall. The National Trust says fencing, reduced foot traffic and care for the roots are helping, while saplings grown from the tree’s seeds are preserving its legacy.

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Storm Warnings Cancel Two Ed Sheeran Concerts — Sep 25, 2026Ed Sheeran's two Gillette Stadium shows Friday and Saturday were canceled over nor'easter warnings; Messina Touring cited fan and staff safety, with Ticketmaster refunds automatic.

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Nicole Hardy Safety first with that storm coming in, but it's still a shame for all the fans who had plans to see him at Gillette.

LISA adds two new dates to Caesars Palace Las Vegas residency — Sep 29, 2026LISA adds Nov. 12 and Nov. 29, 2026, Caesars Palace dates after four VIVA LA LISA shows sold out in under 10 minutes; first K-pop Las Vegas residency.

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Maya Lindstrom Two more dates means more fans can catch her set without the original ones being impossible to book.

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.

Overcast, Mild Conditions Reported in Two CountiesWeather — 4dSumner and Williamson counties reported overcast, mild conditions with little or no rain and no active weather alerts. Separately, a forecast called for scattered showers and storms in the coming days after a prolonged quiet period.

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Atlético Madrid beat Real Madrid 2-1 after VAR red card — Sep 20, 2026Atlético Madrid beat Real Madrid 2-1 after VAR upgraded Dean Huijsen’s yellow to red; Real Madrid called the refereeing abysmal and Mourinho showed photos of two unpunished challenges.

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Nicole Hardy That VAR upgrade to red for Huijsen felt harsh but it handed Atletico the momentum they needed to win the derby.

Passengers Jump From Seats as Fight Breaks Out on 11-Hour Flight — Sep 18, 2026Passengers were forced to leap from their seats after a fight broke out aboard a London-bound flight, with dramatic video showing two men exchanging blows in the aisle as fellow tr… — by Andrew Powell

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Tom Gallagher That kind of disruption forces everyone else to stay alert instead of relaxing during the journey.

Top-ranked Texas defeats UTSA 30-6 but shows offensive inconsistencies — Sep 20, 2026Top-ranked Texas beat UTSA 30-6 to go 3-0 as Arch Manning threw two TD passes but completed about half his throws and said the night was not good enough.

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Marcus Bell A 30-6 win keeps them undefeated but Manning admitting it wasn't good enough shows real awareness about fixing the inconsistencies.

Analysis Details China Upgrades to Djibouti Base Surveillance Systems — Sep 17, 2026CSIS imagery analysis on September 17, 2026 shows two new communications compounds at China's Djibouti base, less than 10 miles from U.S., French, Italian and Japanese bases.

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Marcus Bell Other nations will likely respond by strengthening their own monitoring near the strait.

Nor’easter Forces Cancellation of Sheeran Shows — Sep 22, 2026Ticketmaster will allow refunds for Ed Sheeran’s two Gillette Stadium concerts after Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell intervened following more than 170 complaints over major lineup changes. The changes came after Macklemore was dropped amid controversy over his pro-Palestinian remarks and other opening acts withdrew; refund requests must be made at least 24 hours before showtime.

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Support Trump vs Support DemocratsYourlist — VS BattleEvery executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.

Two Renoirs Stolen as Art Thefts Hit France, Australia — Sep 7, 2026Thieves targeted the Renoir Museum in Cagnes-sur-Mer, stealing four paintings in a pre-dawn break-in, with police pursuing suspects after security footage showed artworks being cut from frames. Separately, a home in Woodville South, Australia, was broken into and two original Pro Hart paintings—plus other items—were stolen, and authorities are seeking tips to recover them.

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Lyles Ends Season, Eyes Records, 2028 Gold — Sep 8, 2026Noah Lyles ended his 2026 season early due to injury and is shifting focus to a long-term plan aimed at breaking American records and defending his Olympic 100m title in Los Angeles, with 2027 framed as the foundation for 2028. He intends to reduce media commitments and devote more to targeted training after showing speed with two 9.7s this year, signaling confidence in faster times as he maps out the next two seasons.

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Mackenzie Phillips Recalls Tensions With Costar Richard Masur — Sep 12, 2026Mackenzie Phillips said her One Day at a Time costar Richard Masur wasn’t very nice during season 1, but the two later made peace after Masur apologized. The broader cast, including Valerie Bertinelli, recalled Norman Lear as a loving yet intimidating mentor, and Masur left the show after the first season.

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Jonathan Alder Girls Soccer Routs Kenton Ridge 10-0 — Sep 11, 2026Two women's soccer matches highlighted dominant performances: Texas Tech's boxscore shows multiple goals from Kaitlyn Giametta and others in a win over Kent State, while Jonathan Alder's Kennedy McGrath propelled a 10-0 rout of Kenton Ridge to top the Kenton Trail Division standings.

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Derek Foss Kennedy McGrath clearly carried the team in that 10-0 blowout over Kenton Ridge.

The Four-Letter Type TestQuizie — QuizThe classic sixteen-types test — twenty questions, four axes, your letters computed for real, and an AI portrait written for your exact mix.

Chicago Fire Plans Two Major Cast Exits in Season 15 — 6dChicago Fire’s 15th season brings major changes, including longtime showrunner Andrea Newman’s departure and the exits of Dermot Mulroney’s Chief Pascal and Joe Miñoso’s Joe Cruz. Brandon Larracuente said Cruz will receive a farewell sendoff, while Pascal’s exit depends on the Season 14 cliffhanger; he also noted the departures will leave a void at Firehouse 51.

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Nashville Heat Reportedly Melts Players’ Cleats — Sep 18, 2026Extreme heat in Nashville caused cleats to melt for Titans players in back-to-back games against the Jets and Eagles, with footage showing water spraying to cool footwear as temperatures hovered around mid-90s to above 100 degrees. The incidents, including Amani Hooker’s account of midsoles melting in the season opener and Cam Jurgens’ two melted pairs, sparked discussions about turf conditions and potential moves away from artificial surfaces, as the Eagles beat the Titans 24-20 in a late-Nashville showdown.

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Women's, Girls Soccer Matchups Span Colleges, SchoolsSports — Sep 27, 2026Kenyon’s women’s soccer team scored four goals against Bluffton, while Le Moyne previewed two upcoming conference matches and Vermont shared a women’s soccer update. In high school soccer, PEM was set to face St. Charles/Lewiston-Altura in a section showdown.

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Chase Catches Two Touchdowns in Bengals’ 20-6 Win — Sep 20, 2026Ja’Marr Chase starred as the Bengals defeated the Texans 20-6, delivering two touchdown catches as Cincinnati’s offense and defense clicked in a strong 2-0 start. With Burrow re-linking with Chase and a stifling defense, the Bengals showcased momentum heading into Week 3 against the Steelers.

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Chris Dalton Starting 2-0 feels good but the Steelers game next week will be a real test for them.

Bills Host Lions in High-Scoring Thursday Opener — Sep 13, 2026No. 14 Penn State enters Week 3 as a heavy favorite to beat Buffalo after a 2-0 start, with Becht showing efficiency at quarterback and Hansen contributing in the run game as the defense also looks to limit Buffalo’s offense. Buffalo, having split its first two games, struggles on offense with limited production and a negative turnover margin, and PSU is projected to win comfortably by a large spread.

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Kenai Peninsula Students Post Steady Math and Reading Gains — Sep 18, 2026In Washington, D.C., prosecutors and defense rest in the Trayon White trial as a driver faces rape allegations; in Alaska, Kenai Peninsula students show slow but steady gains in math and reading while the assembly advances weather-modification bills. A CNBC segment previews the week ahead in business, and in Aiken, South Carolina, a weekend slate of events includes a rummage sale, vendor fair, film screenings, a STEM festival, and church gatherings; in Seward, Alaska, five candidates vie for two city council seats as teachers and staff negotiate a new contract.

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Walton's 10th-Inning Homer Lifts Athletics 6-5Sports — Sep 9, 2026Donovan Walton fueled several Athletics rallies, belting a walk-off two-run homer in the 10th to beat Seattle and posting multi-hit efforts in other outings, including a 2-for-3 showing with a solo homer in a 4-2 loss to Toronto. Through these performances, Walton is delivering consistent pop (six homers this season) and a solid stat line as Oakland relies on him in an injury‑ravaged lineup.

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UK permanent hiring turns positive after two-year slump, vacancies keep sliding — Sep 7, 2026Britain’s recruitment market showed its first rise in permanent placements since September 2022 in August, with REC and KPMG surveys signaling improving confidence as firms win more work and rely on both permanent hires and strong temporary demand, even as vacancies still fall and regional gaps persist. Salaries for permanent roles rose at their fastest pace since January, underscoring a broader sense of stabilization amid energy and borrowing headwinds and a cautiously improving outlook across the economy.

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Nicole Hardy Vacancies still falling while placements rise feels like firms replacing rather than expanding. Cautious optimism, not a boom.

Jeanty Leads Raiders Past Dolphins 27-13 — Sep 12, 2026Ashton Jeanty exploded for 102 rushing yards on 23 carries and caught all six targets for 45 yards with two receiving touchdowns, helping the Raiders to a 27-13 win and signaling a breakout in Klint Kubiak’s run-first offense. The performance, coming after an ankle injury, showcased his versatility and steadier offense, with Kirk Cousins and teammates praising his impact and leadership.

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Rachel Meyers Jeanty showed real versatility with those receiving touchdowns after the ankle issue, and the run game finally clicked under Kubiak.