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Former Broncos GM John Beake, two-time champion, dies — 20hJohn Beake, the longtime Denver Broncos executive and general manager who helped acquire John Elway and build teams that reached five Super Bowls, has died at 87. He helped lead the franchise to consecutive championships in Super Bowls XXXII and XXXIII and later held roles with the NFL.

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Judge Dismisses John Brennan Lawsuit Against Trump Administration — 1dA federal judge has dismissed former CIA Director John Brennan’s lawsuit against President Donald Trump and senior administration officials, finding that Brennan’s concerns about p… — by Andrew Powell

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Oklahoma Upsets No. 1 Texas Behind Improved Offense and DefenseSports — 4dOklahoma’s upset of No. 1 Texas showcased a much-improved offensive line and turnover-free play from quarterback John Mateer, giving the Sooners a major confidence boost. The win also highlighted the resilience and team culture coach Brent Venables has built in Norman.

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UK economy grows 0.1%, beats forecasts — 3dThe UK economy grew 0.1% in August, defying forecasts of a contraction, though growth slowed from July’s 0.4%; output rose 0.7% over the three months through August. The stronger-than-expected figures offer Chancellor John Healey a modest boost ahead of a difficult budget, as elevated energy costs and borrowing costs pressure households and public finances.

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Priya Raman A modest win for the chancellor before the budget, yet relying on such weak figures shows how fragile recovery remains for most households.

Phoenix Education Partners Insider Sells 20,303 Shares After ExerciseFinance — 4dPhoenix Education Partners insider John Terrence Woods sold 20,303 shares after exercising options, with the transactions conducted under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan adopted in May 2026. He retained 62,682 shares of common stock and 87,569 options.

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Derek Foss Even with a preset plan, seeing an insider unload shares makes me think twice about buying right now.

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.

Dogwood Trust brings 350-plus western NC partners togetherHealth — 3dNorth Carolina’s history spans Indigenous communities, colonial settlement and revolution, while Scottish botanist John Lyon helped introduce Appalachian plants to horticulture through his early-19th-century expeditions. Today, Raleigh is promoting native plants and restricting invasive species, while western North Carolina organizations continue community rebuilding and resilience work after Hurricane Helene.

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Saints Prepare for Giants After Owner’s Criticism — 4dAfter three straight losses dropped New Orleans to 1-4, Saints owner Gayle Benson publicly demanded better results and held the coaching staff, front office and players accountable; coach Kellen Moore said the team is focused on improving together. The 3-1-1 Giants enter Sunday’s matchup with momentum, though coach John Harbaugh says they need more consistency in the running game and at the line of scrimmage.

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Marcus Bell Saints owner has every right to demand more after starting 1-4, the whole organization needs to step up fast against a Giants team that looks more consistent.

Charleston Plans Stricter Traffic Reviews for Johns IslandPolitics — Oct 6, 2026Charleston is drafting an ordinance that would require developers to assess how projects affect the surrounding road network—not just their entrances and exits—before approval, as Johns Island grapples with growth and congestion. The city and county are also pursuing major road improvements, including widening Maybank Highway and upgrading the U.S. 17–Main Road interchange.