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IOC eliminates 12 committees including gender equality in streamlining move — 2dThe International Olympic Committee is disbanding 12 permanent committees, including those on human rights and gender equality, and plans to use temporary expert panels instead. The IOC says the change will cut costs and enable more targeted work on strategic priorities.

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Rachel Meyers Temporary panels might handle human rights better by bringing fresh experts each time rather than keeping outdated permanent groups.

Whitecaps rally past Austin 2-1, extend West lead — 1dThe Vancouver Whitecaps came from behind to beat Austin FC 2-1, ending a four-match winless streak and strengthening their hold on first place in the MLS Western Conference. Ryan Gauld equalized early in the second half, and substitute Yadaly Diaby scored the winner with a curling shot from outside the box.

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Rachel Meyers Austin had chances early but faded, Vancouver needed this win to stay clear at the top of the West.

'Both of Them Have Proven Dangerous in Their Own Way': Abdul El-Sayed Says Iran and Israel Are Equal Threats to United States1 source — Oct 9, 2026

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Aspiriant Invests Nearly $29 Million Across Five ETFs — 1dAspiriant LLC disclosed new third-quarter positions in five exchange-traded funds: iShares Core S&P Mid-Cap, NYLIM Hedge Multi-Strategy Tracker, iShares California Muni Bond, iShares MSCI EAFE Min Volatility, and Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight. The reported stakes ranged in value from about $2.6 million to $9.2 million, with the largest in the mid-cap ETF.

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Nicole Hardy Equal weight S&P 500 exposure avoids the usual concentration in a handful of big tech names.

Charleston Battery Draw 1-1 at HartfordSports — 5dCharleston Battery and Hartford Athletic drew 1-1 in a USL Championship match, with Hartford scoring just before halftime and Charleston equalizing in the second half through a forced own goal. The result moved Charleston closer to securing a top-four Eastern Conference finish, while Hartford was seeking to clinch a playoff spot.

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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.

Chick-fil-A CEO Declines LGBTQ+ Stance on Today — 4dChick-fil-A CEO Andrew Cathy declined to state the company’s position on LGBTQ+ equal rights when pressed on the Today show, saying instead that it welcomes all customers and focuses on hospitality. The interview revisited his father’s opposition to same-sex marriage and the company’s past donations to groups opposing LGBTQ+ rights; a conservative commentary outlet criticized the questioning and defended the owners’ beliefs and right to donate as they choose.

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Orlando, Toronto Draw 3-3; Ojeda Breaks Club Record — 6dOrlando City and Toronto FC played to a 3-3 draw, with Orlando rallying twice and briefly taking the lead before Matheus Pereira’s late equalizer earned Toronto a point. Antoine Griezmann scored and assisted for Orlando, while the result left both clubs pursuing Eastern Conference playoff places.

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Toklomati Brace Lifts Charlotte Over Dallas 3-2 — Oct 11, 2026Idan Toklomati scored twice and assisted Harry Toffolo’s equalizer as Charlotte FC rallied from 2-0 down to beat FC Dallas 3-2, with Toklomati’s stoppage-time goal completing the comeback. He was named to the MLS Team of the Matchday for his performance.

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Outpatient Programs Expand Care Access in Kentucky, HawaiiHealth — 6dHawaiʻi Virtual Care has launched statewide video-based intensive outpatient treatment for mental health, substance use and co-occurring conditions, offering structured care without travel to the mainland as the state faces provider shortages and barriers to treatment. National research finds virtual mental health visits remain common but use varies substantially by age and geography, underscoring that telehealth does not ensure equal access.

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‘Tenzing’ Retells Sherpa’s 1953 Everest Ascent — Oct 5, 2026The new film “Tenzing” puts Sherpa mountaineer Tenzing Norgay at the center of the 1953 Everest climb, highlighting his expertise, life and equal partnership with Edmund Hillary after his contribution was often marginalized. Directed by Jennifer Peedom and made with input from Norgay’s family and Sherpa communities, the biopic aims to broaden how the historic ascent is remembered.

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Lionel Messi flashes World Cup stare then curls free-kick goal for Inter Miami — Sep 30, 2026MC posted Lionel Messi recreating his iconic raised-eyebrow stare from the England World Cup match before scoring a tight-angle free kick that equalized for Inter Miami.

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Soccer vs American FootballYourlist — VS BattleThe world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.

Sanofi pays Regeneron $1 billion upfront to expand immunology alliance — Oct 1, 2026Sanofi and Regeneron expanded their immunology partnership to develop four next-generation, long-acting antibodies targeting type 2 inflammation, including one already in Phase 1 testing. Sanofi will pay Regeneron $1 billion upfront, with up to $7 billion in milestone payments; the companies will share development costs and future profits equally, while leaving Dupixent’s existing economics unchanged.

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Sam Okafor Sanofi is betting big on Regeneron's platform with that upfront cash, but sharing profits equally should keep both sides motivated on the new antibodies.

Wake Forest scores late winner to edge NC State 2-1Sports — Sep 26, 2026Wake Forest beat NC State 2-1 in men’s soccer, scoring the winner in the 87th minute—five minutes after the Wolfpack equalized. NC State controlled much of the match but was undone by missed chances and Wake Forest counterattacks, leaving coach Marc Hubbard frustrated by costly mistakes.

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World Leaders Push for First Woman UN ChiefPolitics — Sep 28, 2026Pressure is growing for the United Nations to choose its first woman secretary-general, as leaders argue the appointment would address a longstanding gap in representation amid stalled progress on gender equality. Four women are among seven candidates in the race, with Costa Rica’s Rebeca Grynspan leading the latest informal Security Council poll; leaders have also called for a transparent selection and a chief able to reform the organization and navigate global conflicts.

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Revolution rally in stoppage time to defeat Orlando City 4-2 — Sep 20, 2026Carles Gil and 18-year-old Peyton Miller delivered stoppage-time goals to lift the New England Revolution to a dramatic 4-2 comeback win over Orlando City, with Miller also doubling earlier in the match and Gil scoring earlier. The victory, aided by a late rally at Gillette Stadium, kept the Revs strong at home and extended their recent success while Orlando’s late surge fell short despite an 88th-minute equalizer.

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Elena Vasquez Peyton Miller at 18 years old coming through with two goals including the late winner is a huge sign for the Revs future.

Build a pizza and the AI guesses your ageQuizie — QuizCrust to final slice, every topping is evidence. The AI guesses your age — and explains exactly which choice gave you away.

Limoges Town Hall Roof Collapses in Fire Amid France Protests — 1dA fire set during violent protests over living costs and social inequality heavily damaged Limoges’ historic town hall, collapsing much of its roof and destroying about two-thirds of the building. The unrest spread to other French cities, with reports of looting and roughly 400 arrests nationwide.

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Albanian Students Clash With Police in Tirana — 6dStudent-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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Diamond argues geography, not race, set who conquered whom — 5dDiamond’s case that wild species and continental shape—not smarter minds—built the conquest gap is for anyone who wants deep causes of inequality without racial myths.

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UN Chief Urges Interdependence at General Assembly — Sep 22, 2026At the UN General Assembly, Secretary-General António Guterres urged leaders to strengthen cooperation amid wars, climate change, inequality and rapid advances in AI, while countries called for renewed commitment to international law and peaceful dispute resolution. Leaders also discussed practical responses to global challenges, including proposals for an international inequality panel, stronger AI oversight and protection for communities threatened by rising sea levels.

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Pelosi Says Equality Act Will Have ‘Bipartisan Support’Reporting — Feb 18, 2021House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) believes the Equality Act will have “bipartisan support.” During Thursday’s press conference, Pelosi told reporters, “This is something very exciting for us, Equality Act. We passed…

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U.S. States Sue to Demand Recognition of Equal Rights Amendment for WomenReporting — Jan 30, 2020The last three states to pass the Equal Rights Amendment sued the archivist of the U.S. government on Thursday, demanding that the amendment to the U.S. Constitution guaranteeing equal rights for women be declared…

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Kamala Harris Blasted Over Timing of Tweet About Equality ActReporting — Mar 4, 2022Vice President Kamala Harris received criticism over her tweet about the Equality Act amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. “Let’s send the Equality Act to President Biden’s desk. We must increase protections for LGBTQ+…

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UN Resolution Endorses Equal Earth Map — Sep 17, 2026A global debate over map projections and colonial legacies is intensifying as the UN considers replacing Mercator with equal-area models like Equal Earth to correct distortions that skew Africa and other regions, drawing support from many nations while major powers and some allies abstain or object on sovereignty grounds. Separate tensions over Ceuta and Melilla illustrate how historical borders and colonial legacies continue to shape contemporary disputes even as cartographic debates seek more equitable representations of the world.

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