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2027 NFL Draft Quarterbacks Face SetbacksSports — 2dThe 2027 NFL draft quarterback picture is shifting: Drew Mestemaker has emerged as a leading prospect, while Arch Manning and several other highly regarded quarterbacks struggled in Week 7; Trinidad Chambliss was a notable bright spot. Other articles discuss unrelated Hall of Fame selections, Bo Nix’s early-season performance and historic draft busts.

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El Niño Brings Tropical Marine Life to CaliforniaEnvironment — 1dAn unusually strong El Niño, following a marine heat wave, is bringing tropical species—including sea turtles, unusual fish, rays and sharks—to California waters, drawing attention from scientists and boosting fishing. The warmer conditions and accompanying storms are also damaging beaches and threatening coastal homes, while experts warn of risks to cold-water kelp forests.

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McCarthy Recalls Cruise Wedding and Scientology Encounters — 2dJenny McCarthy says Katie Holmes seemed increasingly uncomfortable during her marriage to Tom Cruise, recalling that Scientology leader David Miscavige’s lengthy wedding speech about the couple’s star power left Holmes’ family looking confused. McCarthy also described guests silently watching when she asked to hold baby Suri at the rehearsal dinner, an encounter she said frightened her.

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Talarico Calls for Paxton Debate at Texas Town Hall — 5dAt a CNN town hall, Texas Senate candidate James Talarico discussed protecting both oil and gas and renewable energy, lowering health care costs, and his views on abortion, while defending his recent absence from the campaign trail as illness. The closely contested Senate race has drawn more than $500 million in TV ad spending, with party leaders and campaign strategists weighing how attacks and voter turnout could shape the outcome.

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Albanian Students Clash With Police in Tirana — 5dStudent-led protests outside Albania’s Ministry of Education turned violent, with demonstrators throwing rocks and other debris as police used tear gas and water cannons; protesters were detained, officers and journalists were reported injured, and the building was damaged. Organizers cited university conditions, education costs, financial support and job prospects, while demonstrators also demanded the government’s removal and voiced broader anger over inequality.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Seahawks Favored for Thursday Broncos Matchup — 5dThe 3-2 Seahawks are slight road favorites against the 3-2 Broncos on Thursday night, with analysts pointing to Seattle’s defense and Jaxon Smith-Njigba as matchup advantages. Seattle’s recent turnovers and struggling run game, however, could give Denver an opening after the Broncos’ win over the Chargers.

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Albanian police fire rubber bullets as student protests rage1 source — 5h

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Marcus Bell If the demonstrations turn violent then authorities have every right to restore calm quickly.

Three NASCAR Series Set for Phoenix Tripleheader Sunday — 2dPhoenix Raceway hosts a NASCAR playoff tripleheader, with the Cup Series Freeway Insurance 500 on Sunday and O’Reilly and Truck Series races Friday and Saturday; Phoenix is no longer the championship finale, which has moved to Homestead. Kyle Larson leads the Cup standings heading into the weekend, while previews highlight strong Phoenix form from drivers including Ryan Blaney and Kyle Larson and playoff pressure across the series.

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Inter Miami Clinches Playoff Berth With Win — 5dWith the 2026 MLS playoffs approaching, Wednesday’s results could send several teams into the postseason, while Nashville also has a chance to clinch the Eastern Conference’s top seed. Inter Miami can secure a playoff place with a win over New York City FC, which needs points to strengthen its own postseason hopes.

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Midwest Storms Bring Sharp CooldownWeather — 4dA sharp cold front is bringing rain and thunderstorms across Illinois and Indiana, followed by a windy plunge to fall-like temperatures and possible frost or freeze conditions late in the week. The storm threat is generally limited, though strong wind gusts and locally heavy rain are possible in parts of Central Illinois; milder weather is expected to return over the weekend and into next week.

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Inflation, AI Fears Drive US Stock Selloff — 3dSeptember CPI rose 3.7% as core inflation beat forecasts; S&P 500 fell 1.1%, Nasdaq 1.9%, and CoreWeave bonds yielded above 15% distress levels.

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Maya Lindstrom Chipmakers are getting hit because all that borrowed money for data centers may not pay off fast enough despite the demand.

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.

Anthropic Revenue Growth Faces IPO ScrutinyBusiness — 4dAnthropic plans to share updated third-quarter financial results with institutional investors as it prepares for a potential IPO, giving investors a closer look at its growth and profitability. The disclosure could shape expectations for a multitrillion-dollar valuation amid scrutiny of the company’s costs and the broader appetite for high-priced AI offerings.

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Vikings, Gophers Enter Bye WeeksSports — 2dThe Vikings enter their bye week unbeaten at 5-0, with time to rest before returning to play, while the Gophers hope to regroup after a lopsided loss as they prepare for a challenging second half. Both Minnesota teams face key tests after the break, though the Gophers must address persistent rushing and injury problems.

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Seahawks Coach Backs Darnold Amid Bench Calls — 2dSam Darnold’s seven interceptions in four games and Seattle’s 1-3 record since his return have intensified concern about the Seahawks’ offense after their overtime loss to Denver. Analysts are divided over whether to bench him for Drew Lock, with some urging a change and others arguing Seattle should address the offense’s broader problems and give Darnold time to recover his form.

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DUI Arrests Across Oregon, California Include Fatal CrashAuto — 2dAuthorities reported three suspected impaired-driving crashes: a fatal head-on collision in Wasco County, Oregon, a four-vehicle crash in Citrus Heights, California, that injured two people, and a wrong-way crash into an Oregon City police cruiser on I-205. Arrests followed each incident; the Wasco County driver faces manslaughter charges, while the other two drivers were arrested on DUI allegations.

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Support Trump vs Support DemocratsYourlist — VS BattleEvery executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.

Dream, Valkyries Set for First Championship — 4dAngel Reese’s defense, rebounding, leadership and competitive intensity have helped propel Atlanta to the WNBA Finals, while improved confidence in her outside shot has added another dimension to her game. Coaches and analysts credit her partnership with coach Karl Smesko and say Reese has become a major reason the Dream are competing for a championship.

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Global Produce Show Opens Amid Shopper Shifts — 3dAt IFPA’s Global Produce & Floral Show in Orlando, exhibitors reported productive buyer meetings as convenience, health, technology and product differentiation shaped discussions amid rising costs and tariff concerns. Consumer research highlighted more selective, convenience-focused shopping, growth in online and alternative retail channels, and food-safety concerns, with value, freshness and quick meal solutions influencing produce purchases.

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Meme contrasts Newsom rail spending with Musk private sector project — 10hMeme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Texans Weigh Private Health Plans Amid Shifting Rules and Costs — 14hAcross Texas, changing public coverage rules, unstable work arrangements and rising costs are prompting consumers to reassess private health insurance and other coverage options, while weighing continuity of care, benefits and out-of-pocket risks. Marketplace refund questions and tighter enrollment oversight are adding uncertainty around affordability, eligibility and access to coverage.

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Marcus Bell I value keeping the same doctors but rising costs and public option changes might force me into a plan with worse benefits.

Low-Payroll MLB Teams Challenge Baseball’s Spending Model — 2dCleveland beat Tampa Bay 3-2 to take a 2-1 ALCS lead, with Guardians pitching holding the Rays to three hits and striking out 13, including Junior Caminero four times. The Guardians, Rays and Brewers’ postseason success also underscores how smaller-payroll teams can challenge baseball’s richest clubs through pitching development, analytics and resourceful roster-building.

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Derek Foss It's refreshing that teams like Cleveland can still knock off bigger spenders with smart pitching and roster moves.

Alliant Energy Declares Dividend, Extends 324-Quarter StreakFinance — 2dAlliant Energy declared a quarterly dividend of $0.535 per share, payable Nov. 16 to shareholders of record Oct. 30, equivalent to a 3.2% annual yield. Analysts have a consensus “Moderate Buy” rating on the stock, with an average 12-month price target of $75.20.

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MacKinnon’s Four Points Lead Avalanche Past Penguins 5-2 — 22hThe Colorado Avalanche rallied from an early 2-0 deficit to beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-2, with Nathan MacKinnon recording four points and Artturi Lehkonen scoring twice. T.J. Hughes scored his first NHL goal, while Sidney Crosby moved into seventh place on the NHL’s career assists list.

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Tom Gallagher MacKinnon carried the Avalanche after that slow start, four points against Crosby's team is no small thing.

Astros decline to renew Espada amid staff overhaul — 3dAstros will not renew Joe Espada after an 81-81 season made Houston the first .500 team in MLB history to reach the postseason.

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Marcus Bell The wild-card sweep showed the team needed a bigger shake-up than just keeping the same manager around.

Benson, James Clash in Final Michigan Governor Debate — 2dIn their final debate in Michigan’s governor’s race, Democrat Jocelyn Benson and Republican John James clashed over health care and living costs, data center development, President Trump and Democrats’ record in Lansing. Benson emphasized lowering costs and criticized James’ support for Trump’s agenda, while James argued Michigan needs a change in leadership and defended his record.

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Albanian student protests in Tirana turn violent

French school protests over conditions and police response