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Lucy Hale, Ian Harding Reunite in Hulu Christmas Rom-Com
Ian Harding
— Nov 5, 2026
Lucy Hale and Ian Harding reunite for Hulu’s holiday rom-com The 12 Dates of Christmas, about a career-focused shop owner who goes on 12 dates in the weeks before Christmas in search of love. The former Pretty Little Liars co-stars also reflected on their reunion and the controversy surrounding their characters’ relationship on that series.
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Brazil’s Lula, Bolsonaro Set for First Debate
Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva
— Oct 18, 2026
Flávio Bolsonaro led Lula 47% to 45% before their first debate, where Lula called him a "habitual liar, a thug" and "militiaman" as Flávio paced and smirked behind him.
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Priya Raman
Flávio Bolsonaro must defend his record without dodging questions about past government choices.
Ramaswamy Campaign to Spend $4 Million on Ad With Acton’s Estranged Mother
Vivek Ramaswamy
— Oct 20, 2026
An ad featuring Ohio Democrat Amy Acton’s estranged mother calls her a liar and urges voters not to elect her, disputing Acton’s account of childhood homelessness. Acton’s brother condemned the ad as politicizing her childhood sexual abuse; the ad’s sponsor is unclear, and Acton has previously described abuse and homelessness in interviews.
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Ice Cream Shops Open, More Planned Nationwide
Business
— 2d
New and expanding ice cream businesses are making moves across the country: Lighthouse opened a Daytona Beach shop, Los Angeles’ Beamz debuted with inventive in-house flavors, and Dell’s is moving into a permanent space at a Hilliard brewery. Handel’s is celebrating its 200th location in Camarillo, while Tempe’s Novel Ice Cream plans to open in a historic house in early 2027.
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Major Inflation Indicator Hits Highest Rate Since Biden Era
Pete Peterson · 2 min · 1h
U.S. Soccer Withdraws U-17 Team From Qatar World Cup Over Security Concerns
Sports
— 1d
The United States is withdrawing its under-17 men’s team from the FIFA World Cup in Qatar over security concerns amid escalating regional conflict. U.S. Soccer had not publicly announced the decision, though a person familiar with it confirmed the withdrawal to USA TODAY Sports.
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Chris Dalton
Safety has to come first with a youth team, so withdrawing them from Qatar is the right move.
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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Holiday Theater Shows Span US Cities
Entertainment
— 4d
Theater companies across Orlando, Atlanta, Denver and Santa Barbara are presenting seasonal shows, from familiar Christmas favorites and musical or circus productions to comic parodies and a modern, locally rooted reimagining of A Christmas Carol. The offerings include family-friendly performances, nostalgic holiday tributes and stories that explore contemporary themes such as economic insecurity and social inequality.
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Stallone Wants Andrew Garfield as ‘Tulsa King’ Villain
Sylvester Stallone
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Sylvester Stallone says he wants Andrew Garfield to play a new kind of villain in Tulsa King, envisioning an intellectual or AI-driven antagonist who would challenge his character in unfamiliar ways. The actors hit it off unexpectedly, inspiring Stallone’s idea for a different dynamic on the crime series.
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Tom Gallagher
Those two getting along gives me hope the dynamic would actually add something new to the series.
Report shows consumers turning to trusted brands amid price worries
Business
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Consumers are gravitating toward dependable brands and recommendations from friends and family as prices rise, while widespread generative AI use has not translated into trust in AI shopping advice. Holiday shoppers likewise plan to favor familiar retailers, using rewards and financing to manage spending.
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Elena Vasquez
Using loyalty points and splitting payments has helped me stick to familiar stores without blowing the holiday budget this year.
Trump ally Loomer was paid thousands for political tweets, people familiar say
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— 5d
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Sam Okafor
This kind of arrangement looks like it turns supporters into hired promoters rather than independent voices.
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Kansas Democrats Secure Third Straight Gubernatorial Victory
Democrat Cindy Holscher has won the Kansas governor's race, defeating Republican state Senate President Ty Masterson in a contest that keeps the state's top office under Democratic… — by Andrew Powell
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Wordle 1968 Solution Is FIRST
Lifestyle
— Nov 5, 2026
Recent Wordle answers were PARCH for Nov. 5, DRECK for Nov. 6, PRATE for Nov. 7 and FIRST for Nov. 8, 2026. The puzzles ranged from a heat-related verb and an informal word for trash to an old-fashioned verb for foolish chatter and a familiar adjective meaning earliest or number one.
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Jack Harlow Releases Seven-Track Sweet Action II
Jack Harlow
— Nov 6, 2026
Jack Harlow released Sweet Action II, a seven-track sequel to his 2020 EP that blends his familiar rap style with R&B influences and explores love and relationships. The project features Babyface on “Too Soon” and follows Harlow’s more neo-soul-oriented album Monica.
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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
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Report: US Military Preparing Base Near Damascus For Syria Security Deal
Daily Caller News Foundation
— 6d
The U.S. military is preparing to establish a presence at an airbase near Damascus to help oversee a potential security agreement between Syria and Israel, Reuters reported Thursday, citing six sources familiar with the plans.
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World’s Largest Build-A-Bear Opens in Orlando
Business
— Nov 4, 2026
Build-A-Bear Workshop has opened its largest-ever location at Orlando’s ICON Park, a three-story, 30,000-square-foot attraction featuring the classic plush-making experience alongside custom design services, themed shops, a bakeshop and event space. The flagship aims to turn the brand’s familiar retail experience into a family destination and vacation stop.
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Exit Polls: Nearly One in Three Voters Unfamiliar With MAHA
Daily Caller News Foundation
— Nov 6, 2026
Nearly one in three of voters in the 2026 midterm elections said they did not know enough about the Make America Healthy Again movement to support it or not — and most of them backed Democrats, exit polls show.
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Microsoft Says Email Backlog ‘Approaching Normal’ After Outage Paralyzes Outlook
Dylan Kresak · 3 min · 1h
Students Cast Mock Ballots Across Communities
Politics
— Oct 31, 2026
Students in Nevada, New York and British Columbia took part in mock or parallel elections to learn how voting works and build civic engagement. Activities included touring polling sites, casting ballots for real candidates and exploring local election issues, helping make the process more familiar to young people who are not yet eligible to vote.
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Pick a food for every letter and the AI reveals your future
Quizie
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A to (almost) Z, one delicious decision at a time. At the end, the AI reads your feast like tea leaves and tells your fortune.
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Guides Showcase Independent Shops With Vinyl, Gems and Local Art
Lifestyle
— Nov 2, 2026
The articles spotlight distinctive local shopping and cultural destinations, from record and rock shops to a Georgia arts center housed in a former city hall and downtown Hilliard’s independent stores, eateries and seasonal offerings.
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Brown defeats Husted for Ohio Senate seat vacated by Vance
The Conservative Desk
— Nov 5, 2026
An appointed senator who said D.C. was not his place lost a half-billion-dollar race as Trump closed on physique, not policy, and Ohio voters returned a familiar Democrat.
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Five Stories Highlight Historic Southern and Ohio Restaurants
Lifestyle
— Nov 1, 2026
Long-running restaurants across Tennessee, Kentucky, Ohio and Georgia are keeping old-school dining traditions alive, from classic steaks and supper-club atmosphere to a tiny round-the-clock grill and a historic Southern tea room. Despite changing tastes, these establishments continue to draw loyal diners with decades of history, familiar menus and distinctive rituals.
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Ravens reportedly consider trade for Bagent
Lamar Jackson
— Nov 2, 2026
With Lamar Jackson sidelined by a thumb injury and Tyler Huntley also hurt, the Ravens are reportedly pursuing Bears backup Tyson Bagent, whose familiarity with offensive coordinator Declan Doyle could help him step in quickly. Chicago values Bagent as insurance behind Caleb Williams and may demand a significant return; a trade remains speculative, and some commentators question whether he merits the reported interest.
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Florida AG Slashes Red Tape On Rifles, Shotguns Covered By National Firearms Act
Republican Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced that the state would no longer prosecute law-abiding citizens for possessing certain firearms without a tax stamp.
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Budget Recipes Stretch Pantry Staples and Reuse Food Scraps
Lifestyle
— Nov 1, 2026
One article offers budget-friendly weeknight dinners built around affordable pantry ingredients, while two others recommend trying versatile, lesser-known condiments such as chili crisp to add new flavors to everyday meals. Separate guides suggest reducing food waste by reusing or preserving safe scraps and swapping familiar pantry staples for more varied alternatives.
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Hilliard Parish Plans Sunday Mass Schedule Changes
Good News
— Oct 29, 2026
Catholic parishes and worshippers are emphasizing accessible Mass and everyday devotion: a Hilliard parish is adding a late Sunday Mass and moving its Saturday vigil earlier, while Catholics describe holiness through ordinary acts of love and find spiritual meaning in the Eucharist, the rosary and Mass.
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Independent Shops Mark Milestones, Ownership Changes
Lifestyle
— Oct 29, 2026
Longstanding independent shops continue to serve as community fixtures, from century-old candy and gift stores to antique and bookshops marking major milestones. Their owners preserve familiar traditions while adapting their offerings and businesses to changing customer tastes and the rise of online shopping.
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Fried-Chicken Restaurants Draw Loyal Crowds Across States
Lifestyle
— Oct 28, 2026
Four longtime regional restaurants have built loyal followings by sticking to familiar comfort food: Chicken Holiday in Bridgewater, New Jersey, Lucky Wishbone in Tucson, Big Mike’s Soul Food in Myrtle Beach and Miller’s Chicken in Athens, Ohio. Their enduring appeal rests on classic fried chicken and other staples, steady menus and generations of returning customers.
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DOJ Issues Subpoenas In Probe Of Peltola Alaska Senate Race
Daily Caller News Foundation
— Oct 30, 2026
The Department of Justice (DOJ) issued at least three dozen subpoenas Thursday as part of its investigation into the Alaska Senate race, a source familiar confirmed to the Daily Caller News Foundation.
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The Trump Administration Is Right To Take On Duplicate Medicare Payments
James Carter · 4 min · 2h
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