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Arizona Joins Nevada Lawsuit Over Colorado River Cuts
Arizona
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Arizona has joined Nevada’s lawsuit challenging the federal Colorado River plan, arguing it unfairly places water cuts on Lower Basin states without requiring mandatory reductions from the Upper Basin. The Upper Basin states say they already use less water when river flows decline and have different legal obligations, while Arizona says it will continue negotiating with Nevada and California on conservation.
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Marcus Bell
Lawsuits like this won't fix the river. Negotiating real conservation with all the states is the only practical step.
Lansing's Grand River Park Draws MSU Rowers and Wildlife
Lifestyle
— 3d
Lansing’s 20-acre Grand River Park offers boat launches, docks, fishing access, trails and open space, with wildlife and views of the river adding to its appeal. The park also serves as a training site for Michigan State’s women’s rowing team and home to the Lansing Boat Club.
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Trump Reveals 2 Rivers Safe From Being Renamed
Sandra Rhodes
— Oct 10, 2026
There are two waterways safe from being renamed by President Donald Trump — the Mississippi River and the Hudson River. Trump, while speaking at a Saturday rally in Clarksville, T… — by Sandra Rhodes
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Tom Gallagher
At least the Mississippi and Hudson are staying put. Those names have too much history to rewrite on a whim.
Madhya Pradesh Villagers Protest Flooding From River-Link Project
Ken River
— Oct 12, 2026
Madhya Pradesh villagers protested the $4.6 billion Ken-Betwa river link in September 2026 after floods hit homes and temples; a planned dam would submerge about 9,000 hectares including part of a tiger reserve.
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GOP Lawmaker Calls For Investigation After Rubio Says Ukraine’s Starlink Slowdown ‘Sort Of Happened’
Simon August · 3 min · 4h
Long-Delayed China-North Korea Bridge Expected Open Thursday
People's Republic of China
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The New Yalu River Bridge opens Oct. 15, 2026—12 years after its 2014 completion left the 3,024-meter China-North Korea crossing unused.
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Marcus Bell
Twelve years sitting empty seems like a huge waste of money on both sides. Hope it actually leads to more stable relations now.
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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Fed Approves Isabella’s $54.6M Grand River Acquisition
Finance
— Oct 5, 2026
The Federal Reserve approved Isabella Bank Corporation’s acquisition of Grand River Commerce and Grand River Bank, clearing a key regulatory hurdle for the merger. Isabella also received approval to merge the banks and continue operating Grand River’s branches; the companies said they had obtained all required regulatory approvals.
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Nepal Flood Sweeps Homes, Strands Trekkers
Budhi Gandaki River
— Oct 11, 2026
A sudden flash flood on Nepal’s Budhi Gandaki River swept away homes, bridges and market structures in northern Gorkha, with preliminary reports putting the number of destroyed houses as high as 35. Authorities suspect a landslide or blocked river channel triggered the surge, are evacuating residents and conducting helicopter-assisted rescue and relief operations; no deaths have been confirmed.
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“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not s
Japanese Government Railways
— Oct 9, 2026
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Goose Creek Man Arrested in Tinder-Date Kidnapping, Chase
World
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Michael Voorhees, 26, of Goose Creek faces kidnapping charges after a Tinder date; he fled in her car and crashed into a sheriff's cruiser near the Ashley River Memorial Bridge.
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Alabama awards $167 million contract to replace Tuscaloosa bridges
Politics
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Alabama awarded Scott Bridge Company a $167 million contract to replace Tuscaloosa’s Woolsey Finnell and Campus Drive bridges and widen McFarland Boulevard. The project includes a shared-use path across the Black Warrior River; construction is expected to begin in early 2027 and take up to four years, with two lanes in each direction kept open on U.S. 82.
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Pedestrian Bridges Open, Under Construction Across US, UK
Travel
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New pedestrian bridges are opening or being built to improve access to trails and downtown destinations: Grand Rapids Township’s $700,000 Crahen Avenue bridge links regional trails, while Warren’s Mahoning River crossing connects downtown to its Peninsula neighborhood. A replacement bridge is being installed at Preston’s Moor Park, and construction of a Fargo–Moorhead crossing is underway, with completion expected in 2028.
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Soccer vs American Football
Yourlist
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The world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.
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Evers appoints River Falls student UW regent
Tony Evers
— Oct 8, 2026
Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers appointed UW-River Falls elementary education student Delani Dow to a two-year term as the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents’ nontraditional student representative. Dow, who is interested in special education and advocates for students with disabilities, succeeds Desmond Adongo.
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Helene’s PVC Pipes Still Clog French Broad River
Environment
— Oct 8, 2026
Two years after Hurricane Helene swept PVC pipes from a Woodfin factory into North Carolina’s French Broad River, crews have removed hundreds of thousands, but debris remains along about 70 miles. IPEX has committed $500,000 toward continued cleanup, while workers say substantial stretches remain uncleared.
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Shreveport Red River Revel marks 50 years
Lifestyle
— Oct 8, 2026
Shreveport’s Red River Revel is marking its 50th anniversary with a two-weekend celebration of visual art, food and live music, continuing a festival that began as a one-time 1976 bicentennial event and grew into a regional tradition. Vendors, visitors and longtime volunteers describe the Revel as a cherished community gathering.
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Zelenskyy Would Halt Strikes On Russian Energy For US Targeting Help, GOP Senator Says
Simon August · 4 min · 5h
Memphis Port Leaders Meet UK Maritime Director
Entertainment
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A British delegation visited Memphis to learn how the Mississippi River port supports U.S.-UK trade, while artist Norman Ackroyd’s etchings celebrate Scotland’s remote coastlines. In Britain, partners are seeking community input on plans to restore and open more of Barnard Castle, and a local arts program will screen Verdi’s Macbeth alongside a documentary about the Jewish Catskills.
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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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Congo River Collision Kills 30-Plus, Dozens Missing
Democratic Republic of the Congo
— Oct 5, 2026
At least 30 were killed and dozens remain missing after two motorised wooden boats collided on the Congo River; a witness said passengers were trapped underwater as one vessel sank.
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Widespread Flash Flooding Hits Oklahoma
Weather
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Heavy thunderstorms brought life-threatening flash flooding to the Oklahoma City area, with several inches of rain reported and some locations receiving up to 9 inches; flooding made roads impassable and prompted warnings across multiple counties. More rain was expected, with forecasters warning of continued flood danger and major flooding possible along the Canadian River.
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Five Trail Deaths Prompt Serial-Killer Fears in Lansing
World
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Police in Lansing are investigating five deaths along the river trail near Michigan State University, including four homicides, and have not ruled out that the cases are connected. All five victims were unhoused men; a suspect has been charged in one killing, but investigators have not said whether that case is linked to the others.
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US Army shifts hundreds of troops to quieter Rio Grande Valley
Donald John Trump
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The Army is sending hundreds more soldiers to the Rio Grande Valley, citing signs of increased cartel activity, even as the showcased stretch of river is quiet and illegal crossings have fallen. Critics question whether the expanded military presence is necessary, suggesting it may be political theater as asylum restrictions have helped drive down crossings.
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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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Restaurant Patios Across Cities Welcome Seasonal Dining
Lifestyle
— 5d
As cooler weather arrives, local guides highlight outdoor dining options ranging from Phoenix patios with mountain and city views to San Antonio and Acadiana restaurants suited to fall evenings. In Buenos Aires, waterfront terraces offer another draw, including a Puerto Madero steakhouse with river views and an extensive Argentine wine cellar.
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Texas hands Oklahoma third straight Red River loss
Arch Manning
— Oct 5, 2026
Texas and Oklahoma meet in the Red River Rivalry amid questions about Oklahoma quarterback John Mateer and whether Brent Venables can reverse his poor record against the Longhorns. Despite Oklahoma’s recent struggles and Texas’s edge in the series, coaches and players say the rivalry’s history and intensity make it unpredictable.
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ContourGlobal starts Arizona solar build, completes Colorado complex
Business
— Oct 5, 2026
ContourGlobal has begun building Project Sterling, a 509-MWp solar and 360-MW battery facility in Arizona expected to generate more than 1.1 TWh annually, with about 90% of its output contracted to Tesla. The company and Platte River Power Authority also completed Colorado’s Black Hollow Sun complex, a 257-MW-AC project expected to produce 608 GWh a year for communities in Platte River’s service area.
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Restaurants Open Across Five US Communities
Lifestyle
— 5d
Several new dining spots are opening across the country: Fort Lauderdale’s Sweetwaters offers a broad coastal-inspired menu, Kusshi is bringing upscale Japanese cuisine to Riverdale Park, and Flower Child is adding a second Indiana location in Fishers. Other openings include SLO Fish Co., a seafood market, restaurant and planned distillery in San Luis Obispo, and Waterway Cafe, a family-run breakfast, lunch and dinner restaurant in Little River, South Carolina.
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“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not s
Independent Journal Review
— Oct 1, 2026
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Zelenskyy Warns Trump’s Diesel Deal With Russia Is ‘Very Dangerous’
Simon August · 3 min · 7h
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