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US Film Festivals Showcase Diverse Films, Emerging ArtistsEntertainment — Nov 1, 2026Recent film festivals showcased a wide range of independent, international and socially engaged films: Chicago reviews highlighted distinctive selections, while the Leander lineup paired Hollywood names with independent stories and San Diego’s anniversary festival emphasized diverse films, short-form work and discussion of social issues. Across the events, the coverage underscored the value of festivals as places to discover films and share them with audiences.

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US, Canadian Cities Recognize DiwaliPolitics — 6dNorwich, Connecticut, held its first official Diwali recognition and celebration, with Mayor Swarnjit Singh proclaiming Nov. 8, 2026, as Diwali—Festival of Lights Day. The ceremony honored the city’s South Asian community and featured prayer and the lighting of traditional lamps; the recognition follows Connecticut’s adoption of Diwali as a state holiday.

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Irish Christmas Shows Set Across USEntertainment — Nov 3, 2026Several Florida and Kentucky venues are hosting holiday Celtic performances, including A Taste of Ireland’s “A Celtic Christmas,” which combines champion Irish dancers, live music, storytelling and festive songs. Other shows feature local Irish dancers in Gainesville and Celtic musicians Eric Rigler and Dirk Freymuth at Soka Performing Arts Center.

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US Towns Reassess Short-Term Rental RulesBusiness — Nov 2, 2026Communities are reconsidering short-term rental rules: Boulder will temporarily allow residents to rent homes during the Sundance Film Festival to accommodate visitors, while officials elsewhere weigh rentals’ economic benefits against housing shortages, affordability concerns and added costs for owners. Other towns are gathering public input on possible regulations, reflecting the challenge of balancing tourism with year-round housing needs.

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US Cities Plan 2026 Holiday EventsLifestyle — Oct 25, 2026Holiday-season offerings for 2026 include family attractions and performances in Branson, San Antonio, and Austin, from Christmas lights and parades to theater and seasonal festivals. Fort Worth will also host an immersive, cocktail-focused adaptation of A Christmas Carol in December.

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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.

Hum announces 12-date US tour with The Life and TimesEntertainment — Oct 27, 2026Hum announced a 12-date U.S. tour for 2027, its first proper tour since 2015, following the band’s return to live performances this year at the Slide Away festival. The Life and Times will support all dates, with Pelican and Spotlights joining for select shows; Jason Gerken will play drums following Bryan St. Pere’s death in 2021.

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Priya Raman Jason Gerken filling in on drums keeps the shows going, though it'll be strange without Bryan after so many years.

Car Shows Across US Support Community CausesAuto — Oct 19, 2026Classic-car events are supporting community causes, with shows in Pennsylvania and Florida raising money for veterans and Honor Flight Tallahassee. Upcoming events include a seniors’ car-raffle festival in Melbourne and Oxford’s Hallowheels show, which will benefit a children’s Halloween carnival.

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Craft Events Planned, Held Across US CommunitiesLifestyle — Oct 14, 2026Across several communities, craft fairs, bake sales and quilting groups are bringing people together, teaching skills and showcasing handmade work; some events also raise money for local charities. A Sycamore barn-quilt workshop offers a hands-on festival-themed activity, while a Pocatello student fair gives young vendors a chance to practice business skills.

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Weekly Film Picks Span Horror, Austen, Columbus FestivalEntertainment — Oct 14, 2026This week’s movie lineup spans the deep-sea survival thriller “Whalefall,” Jane Austen’s “Sense and Sensibility” and “You Can See Everything,” with Columbus’s Nightmares Film Festival adding more horror offerings. “Whalefall,” about a diver trapped inside a sperm whale with dwindling oxygen, is drawing attention for its claustrophobic, high-stakes tension.

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Andrew PowellDemocrats Set Their Sights on Several More Trump Administration OfficialsDemocrats are signaling that their efforts to investigate and potentially impeach members of President Donald Trump's administration could extend far beyond War Secretary Pete Hegseth as they prepare to take control of Congress in January. According to Fox News , following Tuesday's failed impeachment effort against Hegseth, Democratic lawmakers have identified several other senior officials who c2m · 2 reads

Festivals plan autumn returns across US, UKLifestyle — Oct 8, 2026Festivals celebrating Latin American culture, Renaissance-era entertainment and beer are returning in Oklahoma City, Las Vegas, Meridian, Texas and Norwich. The events feature music, food, crafts and performances, with the Texas Renaissance Festival beginning its 52nd season and Norwich’s beer festival returning to its historic venue.

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US Weekend Set for Art, Marathons, FestivalsEntertainment — Oct 8, 2026Weekend guides highlight fall festivals, art exhibitions, live music, sports and theater across Omaha, Connecticut and the Washington, D.C., area. Events include Omaha’s Bemis Center benefit exhibition, Connecticut’s harvest festivals and races, and D.C.’s Theatre Week and cultural performances.

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Beer Events Planned Across US Cities This FallLifestyle — Oct 5, 2026Milwaukee is hosting a packed week of beer events, including brewery celebrations, beer dinners and playoff specials. Upcoming festivals include the Great American Beer Festival’s outdoor sessions in October and Orlando’s November festival at Lake Eola Park, featuring hundreds of drinks from dozens of brewers and a new THC-drink zone.

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Filipino American festivals planned across US communitiesLifestyle — Oct 6, 2026Filipino American Heritage Month events across the country are celebrating the culture through festivals featuring food, music, dance, local businesses and community organizations. A Chicago Filipino American restaurant also marked the occasion by sharing its signature wings and bringing people together over food.

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Film Festival Pulls October 7 Doc From Lineup Because Terrorists Didn’t Give Permission — Aug 13, 2025The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) has pulled “The Road Between Us: The Ultimate Rescue” from its fall lineup, citing unmet “legal clearance” conditions. The documentary, directed by Canadian filmmaker Barry…

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2027 Concert Calendars Take Shape Across USEntertainment — Oct 12, 2026Country music events are taking shape for 2027: Sacramento’s GoldenSky festival is set for Oct. 9–10 after a two-year pause, while Minnesota festivals including WE Fest and Lakes Jam are preparing summer lineups. New Jersey’s concert calendar is also filling out, with confirmed country acts at Wildwood’s Barefoot Country Music Fest alongside shows across the state.

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Build a pizza and the AI guesses your ageQuizie — QuizCrust to final slice, every topping is evidence. The AI guesses your age — and explains exactly which choice gave you away.

BTS Returns From Hiatus at Las Vegas Festival — Sep 16, 2026BTS closed out night one of the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas with a high-energy set featuring tracks from ARIRANG such as SWIM, 2.0, MIC Drop and FYA, marking a triumphant return to the US stage. The two-day festival features a star-studded lineup and is being streamed via Disney+ and Hulu in addition to live radio coverage across the country.

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Hmong Heritage Festivals Planned Across Vietnam, USLifestyle — Oct 8, 2026Hmong traditions—including distinctive clothing, crafts, music and festivals—remain a source of cultural identity and community connection, while also supporting heritage preservation and tourism in Vietnam. Hmong New Year celebrations in California and Wisconsin bring people together; Eau Claire’s 2026 event also marks 50 years since the first Hmong refugees arrived in the area.

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Clutch Announces 2027 Australian Tour with CoCEntertainment — Jul 20, 2026US rock veterans Clutch will headline an Australian tour in early 2027 for the first time in a decade, with Corrosion Of Conformity as special guests; the run includes multiple cities and festival dates, and comes as Clutch prepares a 14th studio album. COC, marking their first Australian shows since 2020, will join the tour, with both bands promoted across venues and events like Froth & Fury Festival.

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Nutcracker Events Planned Across US, UKEntertainment — Oct 12, 2026Nutcracker productions are returning to stages and historic venues for the 2026 holiday season, with performances ranging from candlelit concerts and community ballet to anniversary productions and shows featuring live orchestras. Several programs add special touches, including sensory-friendly access, expanded choreography, local performers and festive staging.

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Andrew PowellDeadly NYC Building Collapse Leaves Eight KilledEight people, including two children, have died after a three-story building collapsed in Brooklyn, New York, sending rescue crews scrambling through the wreckage as investigators examine construction work on an adjacent property. According to Fox News , New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirmed Wednesday that six adults and two children were killed when the building at 1321 Flatbush Avenue col17m · 36 reads

US Theaters Plan Halloween Shows NationwideEntertainment — Oct 5, 2026Theater and arts venues across Chicago, Seattle, Atlanta and Marion are offering Halloween-season programming, from horror plays and variety shows to puppet productions, classic films and live music. Dallas is also hosting a family festival with performances, dancing, activities and animal encounters.

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Zoos Plan Halloween Events Across USLifestyle — Oct 5, 2026Zoos across the country are welcoming Halloween season with family-friendly events featuring trick-or-treating, costumes, animal encounters and other activities. Milwaukee County Zoo is also adding an adults-only evening, while Honolulu Zoo’s celebration pairs Halloween festivities with local beer tastings and conservation programming.

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Cheap Trick Plans Fall 2026 Tour DatesMusic — Jul 21, 2026Cheap Trick has added fall dates to their 2026 All Washed Up Tour, extending the run through late November and bringing the total number of shows to about 36 across the US and Canada in support of their 2025 album. The new leg features presales, on-sale details, and appearances with various supporting acts and festival appearances.

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Travel Guides Spotlight Autumn Destinations Across Asia, USLifestyle — Oct 4, 2026Autumn travel offerings span Seoul’s foliage-lined walking routes, seasonal experiences across Asia, California’s changing fall colors, October events in Tokyo’s Ginza district and India’s cool, newly clear hill stations. Travelers are encouraged to time visits around local foliage peaks, weather and seasonal festivals.

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Nirvanna the Band the Show Heads to Hulu — Jul 21, 2026Neon is bringing Nirvanna the Band the Show, including its two-season TV series and the feature film Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie, to Hulu in the United States on July 24, with Disney+ in Canada following August 7, marking the series’ US streaming debut alongside the movie’s release after its SXSW 2025 premiere and Toronto festival run.

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