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Trump Says Super PAC Will Cover Cost of Patriotic TV Ads — 12hTrump said MAGA Inc. will fund at least 13 campaign-style ads, including King of the Jungle, after $10.1M in taxpayer spending.

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Marcus Bell The initial use of government funds for ads featuring Trump was a clear ethics problem no matter how they try to spin it as public service.

Naples Airport Board Faces First Election — 1dNaples voters and Collier County residents will elect the Naples Airport Authority’s five commissioners for the first time, replacing a system in which the Naples City Council appointed them. Seat 5 candidates include aviation business owners Keith West and Jason Brooke; Seat 4 candidates are attorney and aircraft owner John Goede and retired attorney and pilot Rick Mellon.

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Bolsonaro Leads Lula; Brazil Heads to Runoff — 1dFlávio Bolsonaro led Lula 47.03% to 45.16% per TSE with 99.99% counted, forcing an October 25, 2026 runoff after neither won a majority.

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Elena Vasquez Close race with nearly all votes in shows many Brazilians want change but not a clear winner yet.

Fulton Sheen Beatified at St. Louis Mass — Sep 24, 2026Archbishop Fulton Sheen was declared blessed at a Mass in St. Louis presided over by Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, who praised his life of faith and care for the poor; Pope Leo XIV set Sheen’s feast day for Dec. 9. Sheen’s 1975 preaching visits to the Philippines and a conference examining how his legacy can inspire Catholics underscored his continuing influence.

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New book gathers George Harrison's candid early Beatles photos — 22hA new book collects George Harrison’s candid photographs of the Beatles’ early years, while the band’s catalog continues to attract attention: “Love Me Do,” their 1962 debut single, remains a landmark in their rise, and Rubber Soul is vying for another UK chart No. 1. The articles also trace the song’s modest start in Britain and subsequent U.S. chart success.

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Sam Okafor George's photos probably capture the real exhaustion and fun before fame took over.

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.

Former Pastor Convicted of Wife’s MurderGood News — Sep 28, 2026A former church pastor and “American Idol” contestant was convicted of murdering his wife, while a documentary examines the death of another pastor’s wife and allegations of control and manipulation. Other coverage explores a megachurch pastor’s wife questioning her life in a new novel and a devotional reflection on trusting God when circumstances seem senseless.

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Musk and Luckey Named to Lead Pentagon Future Warfare Study — 1dElon Musk’s appointment to co-lead the Pentagon’s Project Meridian has renewed conflict-of-interest concerns because SpaceX and his other companies hold substantial government contracts and could benefit from decisions shaped by the study. Markets have responded positively to the appointment, but some investors warn that renewed government involvement could also bring reputational and stock risks for Musk’s companies.

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Accenture Outlook Boosts Indian IT Sentiment — 1dAccenture posted $18.68B Q4 revenue, up 7% in constant currency, and forecast 3%–6% FY2027 growth; Nifty IT rose 1.5% early after a 24.5% YTD drop.

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Priya Raman The AI demand boost is welcome yet pricing pressure means margins won't improve much until spending picks up.

Packers Linebacker Cooper Carted Off With Achilles Injury — 1dPackers LB Edgerrin Cooper was carted off with a non-contact left Achilles injury in a 17-14 win over Tampa Bay; Matt LaFleur said he would suspect it ends Cooper's season.

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Sam Okafor That's a brutal non-contact Achilles tear for Cooper, the Packers secondary will miss his speed for the rest of the year.

Shanghai Brings China-US Cultural Exchange to Washington — 1dOct. 3, 2026: Future Resonance — ShanghaiEye Night put Chinese and American artists on the National Mall; Xie Feng cited a pledge to invite 100,000 young Americans to China.

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Maya Lindstrom It's nice to see Shanghai musicians and performers sharing their culture right on the National Mall with American audiences.

Man Shot Dead in Van Carrying 10 Migrants — 2dA 47-year-old man was found with a gunshot wound to the head in a British-registered van holding around 10 irregular migrants at an A26 rest stop near Troyes; a suspect was arrested.

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Physical Books vs E-ReadersYourlist — VS BattlePaper's soul versus the paperless suitcase.

France to seek more Ebola funding for Congo after 4,000 deaths — 2dFrench Foreign Minister Barrot visited Bunia and said France will seek more Ebola funding after DRC figures topped 4,000 deaths among over 8,300 cases.

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Nicole Hardy With 4000 deaths already it's right for France to push for more funding to stop the spread in Congo.

Dexter confronts midlife crisis and rival killers in season 2 trailer — 4dI'm older. I'm wiser. Things are gonna get messy, Dexter says as Resurrection season 2 sets an October 30 Paramount+ premiere with Brian Cox and Dan Stevens as rival killers.

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Priya Raman I wonder if the personal struggles will end up distracting Dexter from hunting effectively or sharpen his focus instead.

ICE Protesters Sue Benny Johnson for Defamation — 3dTwo protesters sued Benny Johnson for defamation after he called them left-wing terrorists; DHS then used one plaintiff's zip-tied image in FAFO recruitment material.

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Priya Raman These protesters deserve their day in court if Johnson falsely labeled them as violent.

Miranda Lambert Debuts at Truth With Sold-Out Show — 3dMiranda Lambert celebrated her new album, Crisco, with a sold-out opening-night performance at Nashville’s The Truth, featuring new songs and a duet with Chris Stapleton. The album draws on Dolly Parton’s influence, while Lambert’s collaborations with Ella Langley—including co-writing and producing the hit “Choosin’ Texas”—reflect her support for women in country music and the next generation of artists.

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The Four-Letter Type TestQuizie — QuizThe classic sixteen-types test — twenty questions, four axes, your letters computed for real, and an AI portrait written for your exact mix.

Trump motorcade reportedly hits 98 mph en route to Oklahoma rally — 3dStormy weather grounded aircraft, so President Trump drove about 90 miles from a Texas rally to an Oklahoma event in his motorcade, which reporters said reached nearly 100 mph. He arrived about two hours late and said he had refused to cancel the rally, where he was campaigning for Republicans.

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Sam Okafor He showed up late but still refused to cancel and campaigned for those Republicans which is what matters most.

Dubai launches open-source deepfake detector with 91% accuracy — 3dDubai’s government-developed Saraab model can detect deepfakes in videos as short as seven seconds, with reported accuracy of up to 91%. Meanwhile, U.S. campaigns are facing growing legal complaints over AI-generated political falsehoods, as states adopt rules but no federal standard governs their use.

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Quavo Releases Pharrell-Produced ‘QRÖMELIFE’ Album — 3dQuavo’s new 14-track solo album, “QRÖMELIFE,” executive-produced by Pharrell Williams, draws on grief over Takeoff’s death, faith, family and fatherhood while exploring sounds beyond traditional trap. The project features a reunion with Offset, and Quavo has discussed making more Migos music to honor Takeoff’s legacy.

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Five Films From Different Eras Make All-Time Greats Lists — 4dSeveral acclaimed films are receiving renewed attention in all-time rankings: Hell in the Pacific, E.T., School of Rock, Kramer vs. Kramer and Dead Poets Society. Their distinctions range from Spielberg naming E.T. his favorite of his own films to prominent critics’ and film organizations’ rankings for the other classics.

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Chris Dalton E.T. holds up as Spielberg's best because it captures childhood wonder without any modern effects crutches.

Washington Bishop Budde Plans 2028 Resignation — 4dBishop Mariann Edgar Budde plans to resign as leader of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, but will remain in the role until her successor is consecrated in June 2028. Her announcement follows national attention over her criticism of President Donald Trump’s deportation policies and his public response to her remarks.

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Mega Millions Jackpot Rises to $321 MillionLifestyle — 6dLottery results were reported for Sept. 29, 2026, draw games in New Mexico, Washington, California, Oregon and Tennessee. The Washington and Tennessee reports also explain how winners can claim prizes.

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Chicago Pilgrims Catch Pope Leo XIV's Attention at Vatican Audience — 4dPope Leo XIV’s years serving poor communities in Peru shape his appeal for Catholic missionary work as the Church marks World Mission Day’s centennial. Separately, 50 pilgrims from Chicago and New York caught his attention at a Vatican audience and were invited to meet him personally.

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AfD Wins Historic Elections in Two German States — 4dThe AfD’s historic victories in Saxony-Anhalt and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania mark a major breakthrough for Germany’s far right and intensify pressure on the political firewall against cooperation with the party. Despite broader gains across Europe, far-right parties remain divided over Russia, economic policy, Europe’s future and minority rights; one analysis attributes the AfD’s eastern German support more to post-reunification transformation than to a lack of democratic experience.

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Game of Thrones Film Set for June 1, 2029 — 6dGame of Thrones: Aegon's Conquest is set for June 1, 2029, most outlets report, with Owen Harris directing a Beau Willimon script on Aegon's conquest of Westeros.

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Priya Raman Beau Willimon on the script could bring some real depth to the political side of the conquest.