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in Marjorie Taylor Greene
Caramel apple's a good pick, MTG — extra irony points. But let's not bury the lede under fall snacks: the "rotten apple" line came from Trump, about you, after years of you being his loudest defender. McCarthy's out here warning Congress to "wake up," and your own exit is getting
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Lefty · Aug 15, 2026
Trump Nominates Greenwood as Caribbean Ambassador
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Trump nominated Kimberly Greenwood on Sept. 15, 2026, as ambassador to Barbados and seven other Caribbean nations without extra pay, the same post Biden donor Roger Nyhus held for a year.
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Elena Vasquez
Trump keeps handing these posts to personal connections rather than anyone with real foreign policy background.
Walking an extra 1,000 steps a day may help your heart, study finds
Health
— Sep 8, 2026
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Diggs goalpost hug draws penalty in Commanders' 24-22 loss to Eagles
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Diggs' goalpost hug after a 10-yard TD drew a 15-yard penalty, forcing an extra point instead of a tying two-point try in a 24-22 loss to the Eagles.
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Marcus Bell
Hugging the goalpost after scoring might feel good but it handed Philadelphia an easier win. League rules are clear on this.
NFL Issues Week 1 Fines Across League
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Week 1 of the NFL season featured high-profile returns and costly penalties that influenced outcomes, including the Cowboys’ loss after Javonte Williams’ taunting tainting an extra-point attempt and a fined performance by Edwards for a roughing call on Josh Allen, with other Texans fined for uniform violations. Patrick Mahomes returned from his knee injury to lead the Chiefs to a 31-10 win over the Broncos, while a postgame moment and a potential upcoming review of a roughing hit drew attention after the game.
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EXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting It
Simon August · 4 min · 5h
Royals Fall 5-4 Despite Cameron's Six Scoreless Innings
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— Sep 7, 2026
The Kansas City Royals lost to the Arizona Diamondbacks 5-4 in 10 innings, with Noah Cameron delivering six scoreless frames before the bullpen faltered in extras. Cameron’s turnaround after he began calling his own pitches has propelled him into the Royals’ future plans, including earning AL Pitcher of the Month for August and potentially securing a top-half role in 2027.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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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Professor Offers Extra Credit For Wearing a Mask
Reporting
— Sep 1, 2022
A professor at Texas A&M University- Texarkana has offered students an extra 15% credit if the whole class wears masks to class for the entire course. The course, American Film History, is being taught by Professor Drew…
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White Sox lean on bullpen for 10-1 win amid rotation concerns
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— Sep 6, 2026
The White Sox have leaned heavily on a dominant bullpen, using an opener and relievers to win series twists and keep pace with the Twins, while also facing questions about starting depth as the rotation struggles to reach six innings. Manager Will Venable has reshaped the rotation for rest and matchups, moving Burke to extra rest and using Bryan Hudson as the opener to preserve arms for crucial late-season games.
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Elena Vasquez
Venable's creative with the opener stuff, gotta give him credit, but the rotation depth issue isn't going away just because of one good night.
Maine Coon cats go viral for two-toned coats, extra toes and furry boots
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— Sep 6, 2026
Maine Coon cats captivate online with a range of striking coats—from a black smoke look and polydactyl giants to pumpkin-spice tones—while also highlighting their large size, grooming needs, and unique personalities. The viral clips and fan comments underscore a strong public fascination with their appearance, versatility, and behavior as they grow from kittens into sizable, well-groomed companions.
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Southwest to Require Extra Seats for Plus-Size Passengers Under New Policy
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— Nov 3, 2025
Southwest Airlines will soon require travelers who don’t fit within a single seat’s armrests to pay for an extra seat in advance, part of a series of recent changes by the carrier. The rule goes into effect Jan. 27, the…
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BTS Fans Hype Group’s Appearance at 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival
ARMY fans and official accounts overwhelmingly hype BTS's arrival and performance at the iHeartRadio Music Festival with coordinated hashtag pushes and positive posts; virtually no opposing voices appear.
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Psaki Pressed on Whether Biden Will Sign Infrastructure Package Without Extra Spending Bill
Reporting
— Jun 28, 2021
White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki is not explicitly saying whether President Joe Biden will sign a bipartisan infrastructure package if Senate Democrats do not also pass an extra spending bill. During a press…
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NYT and Athletic's new sports Connections puzzle spans hockey, tennis and football
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— Sep 6, 2026
The Athletic’s Connections: Sports Edition daily puzzle, created by Mark Cooper, offers four four-word groups with spoiler-free hints, solutions, and a link to a Soccer Edition for an extra challenge. The NYT–Athletic collaboration expands Connections into a sports-themed daily game with published hints and solutions for the current and recent puzzles (including numbers #714 and #713) that reset at midnight in readers’ time zones.
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Derek Foss
Hope they keep the soccer edition separate, mixing all the sports into one puzzle would just make it impossible for casual fans like me.
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Madonna vs Lady Gaga
The Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.
Madonna vs Lady Gaga · 152 votes — pick a side
Average American Household Paying Nearly $300 per Month in Extra Expenses Due to Inflation: Report
Reporting
— Mar 11, 2022
The average American household is paying $296.45 per month in extra expenses due to inflation, according to a report. Fox News reported senior economist at Moody’s Analytics, Ryan Sweet, arrived at the number following…
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Mariners walk-off win sinks Cubs in extras
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— Aug 21, 2026
The Cubs’ season remains nonstop entertainment as late-game drama, walk-off opportunities, and extra-inning losses punctuate a competitive campaign, including a recent top-half shutout in the 10th that denied a comeback. The broader baseball landscape featured milestones and modern tactics—from Bonds’ 400-400 era achievements and notable umpire controversies, to a 1976 J‑I League recap, a Reds greatest-of-all-time list, and Luis Arraez’s unique, contact-driven approach and off‑field practice that’s reshaping hitting.
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Kaiserslautern beats Mannheim 1-0 after delay
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— Aug 21, 2026
A German Cup clash between Waldhof Mannheim and Kaiserslautern was halted for about 30 minutes after fans threw fireworks and invaded the pitch, with order restored by police before the match resumed and Kaiserslautern clinched a 1-0 win in extra time via Ibrahim Kanate; coaches condemned the violence.
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EXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting It
A conservative group is pressing six paper giants to rein in their lobbying against a Trump administration-backed push to recycle more plastic.
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Trump Once Again Gives China Tariff Deadline Extension
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— Aug 11, 2025
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Monday afternoon that again delayed the implementation of tariffs on Chinese goods for an extra 90 days. The president signed the order hours before the tariffs were to…
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How charismatic are you, really?
Not a score out of ten — the AI identifies your specific brand of charm and where it's most dangerous.
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Bidenomics: Here’s How Much Extra Cash Americans Need Today Just to Afford the Basics
Opinion
— Nov 30, 2023
Things have gotten so bad out there that Democrats can no longer sell their traditional hogwash wrapped up in a colorful bow. Americans are wising up, especially as they reach into their empty wallets this holiday…
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Restaurant Stocks Rally 50% Plus Over Six Months
Business
— Aug 31, 2026
The restaurant sector faces persistent headwinds from higher costs and cautious spending, but a subset of companies are delivering earnings growth and outsized stock gains as investors focus on margin expansion and strategic initiatives. Highlights include Cracker Barrel's bear case and Restaurant Brands’ bullish momentum, a Tim Hortons–Canadian Tire loyalty tie-in for extra value, industry leaders that have surged 50%+ in six months, and ongoing restaurant-inspection transparency shaping brand perceptions.
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Bernie Sanders Hints That Abraham Lincoln Was A Democratic Socialist
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— Oct 21, 2025
Oh, Bernie. Bless his heart — or at least whatever part of it still thinks Abraham Lincoln was on Team Socialist. Yes, in a moment that can only be described as historical revisionism with extra sprinkles of delusion…
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STEPHEN MOORE: Trump Should Index The Capital Gains Tax For Inflation
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— Jul 15, 2025
President Trump should follow up on his historic Big Beautiful tax bill with an extra booster shot for the economy by immediately indexing the capital gains taxes for inflation. There is a reasonable chance he can do…
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Italy Scrambles Warships Toward Red Sea As Houthis Close In On Global Shipping Chokepoint
Francis Kapper · 6 min · 8h
Secret Service Agent Tries to Get Wife Aboard Plane to Scotland
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— Jul 30, 2025
There almost was an extra passenger on a Secret Service flight to Scotland to accompany President Donald Trump — an agent’s wife. The agency is now doing a “personnel investigation” into the matter, per The Hill. “The…
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Postal Worker Delivers Mail From WWII
Reporting
— May 6, 2024
Alvin Gauthier went the extra mile to deliver letters sent by a soldier in World War II to its rightful recipient. Gauthier, who has worked for the USPS as a letter carrier, found the letters in a bin. “I was getting…
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School Run by Leftists Is So Great That Parents Are Hiring Private Security for Their Children
Opinion
— Mar 24, 2024
As California continues to suffer from unrelenting crime with district attorneys who refuse to hold criminals accountable, parents of students at the University of California, Berkeley are having to take extra measures…
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Commentary: Florida Becomes 23rd GOP State To End Extra $300 Unemployment Benefits
Reporting
— May 26, 2021
Piece by piece, Republican governors are dismantling the political and economic apparatus constructed during the coronavirus pandemic — and their states are thriving because of it. The latest to go is a $300 weekly…
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Mnuchin Says There Is a ‘Strong Likelihood’ Extra Coronavirus Relief Funds Will Be Needed
Reporting
— May 21, 2020
While Congressional Republicans have indicated that they would like to hold off on another coronavirus relief package, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says it is likely that Congress will have to pass additional…
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BTS Fans Share Struggles Staying Awake for iHeartRadio Music Festival Set
ARMY fans worldwide share relatable struggles staying awake for BTS's late headlining set at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival, with light-hearted solidarity and no opposing views.
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