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Utilities schedule water outages in Tennessee and South Carolina cities
Hardeeville, South Carolina
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Clarksville Gas and Water scheduled temporary outages for hydrant and valve work on Inglewood Drive, Taft Drive, Mill Creek Road and Providence Boulevard from Oct. 16–21, with possible low pressure and traffic impacts at some locations. In Hardeeville, South Carolina, about 430 customers are expected to lose water overnight Nov. 5–6 while crews connect a new water main tied to intersection improvements.
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Power-line incidents close roads in Greer, Charleston
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Downed utility poles and power lines prompted road closures in Greer and Charleston, South Carolina. West Poinsett Street in Greer was closed between South Beverly Lane and South Howell Street, while a tractor-trailer strike shut Morrison Drive between Romney and Huger streets and the U.S. 17 off-ramp to Morrison Drive; drivers were advised to use alternate routes.
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Bicyclists hospitalized after crashes in Virginia Beach and South Carolina
Auto
— 3d
Bicyclists were hospitalized after separate crashes in Virginia Beach and Horry County, South Carolina. The Virginia Beach crash closed eastbound Shore Drive lanes as police investigated, while the Horry County crash occurred on Highway 544 near W. Cox Ferry Road.
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South Seattle Drive-By Kills Guard, Injures Woman
World
— Oct 11, 2026
A drive-by shooting at a south Seattle nightclub killed a 36-year-old security guard and seriously injured a 27-year-old woman. Police say the shooter fled in a vehicle that was found engulfed in flames less than an hour later; no suspect has been arrested.
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GOP Lawmaker Calls For Investigation After Rubio Says Ukraine’s Starlink Slowdown ‘Sort Of Happened’
Simon August · 3 min · 3h
Southeast Asia Haze Drives Oxygen, Purifier Sales Surge
Indonesian
— 1d
Courts reported a 600% rise in air-purifier sales as haze drove AA Alive oxygen equipment sales up 35%; 26 Malaysian areas hit unhealthy API, Pasir Gudang at 182.
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Tom Gallagher
This haze is forcing families to spend heavily on purifiers just to breathe indoors safely.
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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Arkansas State Falls to South Alabama 56-49
Sports
— Oct 9, 2026
South Alabama held off a late Arkansas State rally to win 56-49, using three forced turnovers and a decisive final drive. The Red Wolves piled up 516 yards, led by Trey Owens’ five total touchdowns and Hunter Summers’ two receiving scores, but fell to 2-4 overall and 0-2 in Sun Belt play.
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Amro Warns Asia Faces AI Correction Risks
People's Republic of China
— Oct 5, 2026
AMRO's Oct. 5, 2026 report warns Southeast Asia, China, Japan and South Korea face AI correction risks after driving two-thirds of global AI-related trade growth; 2026 growth held at 4.1%.
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Marcus Bell
Those countries need to diversify now instead of counting on continued AI export gains.
Keelon Russell leads Alabama drive despite holding penalties vs South Carolina
Sports
— Sep 25, 2026
College football coverage includes Alabama’s drive against South Carolina and a preview of Louisiana’s road matchup with Charlotte, where the Cajuns were seeking their first road win. Separately, Robinhood listed a prediction-market event tied to receptions in the New England–Jacksonville pro football game.
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Five Cars Overturn in Morganton Derailment, One Injured
Auto
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A Norfolk Southern train derailed near Highway 70 and East Fleming Drive in Morganton, North Carolina, overturning five rail cars and sending one person to the hospital with minor injuries. No hazardous materials were spilled, and the intersection was closed while crews responded and investigated.
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Zelenskyy Would Halt Strikes On Russian Energy For US Targeting Help, GOP Senator Says
Republican North Dakota Sen. Kevin Cramer claimed Sunday that Ukraine would stop striking Russian energy sites in exchange for targeting help by the U.S.
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Dutch Bros Expands, Opens Oxford, Plans Two Shops
Business
— 6d
Dutch Bros Coffee plans to open a drive-thru location at 4911 Illinois Road in southwest Fort Wayne before the end of 2026, expanding the chain’s Indiana presence after its Auburn shop opened earlier this year.
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Travel Guides Spotlight Scenic Routes, Regional Getaways
Travel
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Travel options around Southern California range from Mission Viejo’s parks and outdoor recreation to a scenic, solitude-friendly drive along Highway 395. Travelers can also plan a points-based Phoenix-to-San Diego getaway or head across the border to Baja California for wine, dining, beaches and outdoor activities.
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Soccer vs American Football
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.
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Callais Ruling Drives Southern Election Map Disputes
Troy Carter
— Oct 11, 2026
The Supreme Court’s Callais ruling is fueling fresh disputes over congressional and legislative maps: Louisiana officials will ask a federal panel to close the case, while plaintiffs want it to consider whether the state’s remaining majority-Black district should also be redrawn. In Mississippi, the ruling has complicated election planning after officials reverted to 2022 legislative maps, raising questions about a sitting senator’s bid in a special election and the maps for 2027 races.
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Fuel Emergency Declared in Multiple States – Will They Make It Through Winter?
Reporting
— Nov 10, 2022
Truck drivers who haul liquid fuel products in Nebraska, Iowa and South Dakota will be able to drive for extended hours and, in some cases, transport heavier loads thanks to the recent emergency measures taken by the…
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David Warner Pleads Guilty to Drink-Driving, Captaincy Uncertain
David Warner
— Jul 22, 2026
David Warner has pleaded guilty to a mid-range drink-driving charge in Sydney and faces sentencing on August 18, with potential penalties including a six-month driving disqualification, fines, and up to nine months in jail under New South Wales law. The case casts ongoing uncertainty over his captaincy of the Sydney Thunder in the Big Bash League, while he continues to lead Karachi Kings and remains a focal point in discussions about accountability for high-profile athletes.
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Zelenskyy Would Halt Strikes On Russian Energy For US Targeting Help, GOP Senator Says
Simon August · 4 min · 5h
Toddlers Escape from Day Care, Wander Along Roadside: Driver Hits Brakes and Jumps Out to Save Them
Reporting
— Mar 9, 2022
Kirbie Washington of Summerville, South Carolina, was driving on Thursday morning when she saw something that made her slam on the brakes. Was it a dog wandering into the road? An errant driver veering toward her? Nope…
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Build a pizza and the AI guesses your age
Quizie
— Quiz
Crust to final slice, every topping is evidence. The AI guesses your age — and explains exactly which choice gave you away.
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Midwest Retro Drive-Ins Draw Foodie Attention
Lifestyle
— Aug 14, 2026
A thread of retro and immersive dining runs through a string of American spots—from Max’s South Seas Hideaway’s tiki escapism in Grand Rapids to Ohio and New Jersey drive-ins preserving decades-old root beer and curbside service, and Susan’s Roadside Diner in Atlanta, Michigan—each blending nostalgic charm with enduring community appeal. A related article traces the drive-thru’s evolution as a car-centered dining icon, highlighting how modern practices keep the experience moving while echoing mid-century roots.
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Mom Ejected from Car During Wreck, Crying 4-Year-Old Inside Rescued and Comforted by Good Samaritan
Reporting
— Oct 20, 2021
When Yanire Mendes was driving along Route 140 South in Lakeville, Massachusetts, on Oct. 11, she had no idea she was about to become one little girl’s hero. At around 4:30 p.m. she spotted a horrifying scene: A car had…
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Chinese Electric Bike Imports Across Africa Rise 60%
Africans
— Sep 10, 2026
Africa’s shift to renewables and electric mobility is increasingly powered by Chinese equipment, with South Africa importing the majority of its solar, battery, and wind gear and North Africa driving a surge in Chinese electric scooters and mopeds. The continent shows a clear divide: consumer-focused North Africa leads in fully built EV imports, while East and West Africa emphasize commercial use, local assembly, and battery-swapping networks to support ride-hailing and delivery services.
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Royal Johannesburg Drives Women in Golf Charter, Reaches 21% Female Members
PGA Tour
— Aug 21, 2026
Golf is seeing a push for greater inclusivity and modernization, from South Africa’s Royal Johannesburg embracing the Women in Golf Charter to push gender parity, to the PGA Tour planning a two-tier structure with sizable prize money to retain talent and adapt to shifting global competition. At the same time, the sport’s culture emphasizes history and community—celebrated by the Golf Heritage Society’s national convention, discussions on golf as a team sport, and personal narratives about equipment and club choices that shape players’ experiences.
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Smart teams fail when people refuse to be vulnerable
When hallway venting replaces real debate, talented executives still produce bad outcomes—and the repair starts lower than most leaders expect.
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Widespread roadworks hit four regions across Bermuda, Canada, UK, New York
Weather
— Aug 26, 2026
Roadworks across Bermuda, Lethbridge and Brighton & Hove will constrain traffic this week and autumn: in Hamilton Parish, North Shore Road lane closures will continue until the end of next month for fuel-line inspections; in Lethbridge, northbound 13 Street South closures on Aug. 27-28 and guard-rail work on Whoop-Up Drive will affect travel; in Brighton & Hove, Western Road is slated for a major autumn reconstruction starting Sept. 28 with an expected 45 days of disruption.
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U.S. States Ranked by Auto Repair Shop Density
United States trademark law
— Sep 11, 2026
Across multiple state snapshots, California houses the most auto repair shops overall (20,998) but per-capita density varies widely by state, with Idaho ranking eighth in per-capita shops and Hawaii ranking near the bottom in per-capita terms. The national picture from the BLS-backed data shows 176,403 automotive repair and maintenance establishments in Q4 2025, and highlights that sparsely populated, car-reliant states like Wyoming, South Dakota, and Montana tend to have high shop density relative to their populations due to driving needs.
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Rachel Meyers
Wyoming and South Dakota topping the density list tracks with how far apart towns are and how much folks drive out there.
COMMENTARY: Video Shows Cheering Supporters Lining the Road as Trump’s Motorcade Drives Past on President’s Day
Reporting
— Feb 16, 2021
For those who think it’s time to write off former President Donald Trump as a political has-been, the crowd on hand in southern Florida to greet his motorcade on Presidents Day should disabuse them of that notion…
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Hurricane Lowell Weakens After Passing Hawaii
Hawaiian
— Sep 4, 2026
Hurricane Lowell has intensified to Category 4 and, along with Tropical Storm Karina and Hurricane Marie, is driving dangerous surf and weather impacts for Hawaii and Southern California this weekend. Pacific tropical systems are advancing across the basin, prompting advisories as residents brace for strong surf along the coasts.
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US Cities Pilot Rest in Red Rewards Drivers
Auto
— Aug 29, 2026
U.S. cities like Albuquerque and Portland have piloted an incentive-based rest-on-red program that gives law-abiding drivers earlier greens by coordinating signals with posted speeds, resulting in fewer red-light stops and a drop in crashes and injuries on busy corridors. Officials describe the approach as a 'virtual speed bump' that motivates safe driving by linking speed to signal timing and showing noticeable improvements on routes such as Lead and Coal avenues and Southeast Powell Boulevard.
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Zelenskyy Warns Trump’s Diesel Deal With Russia Is ‘Very Dangerous’
Simon August · 3 min · 7h
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