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New Jersey Lottery Launches Bon Jovi Scratch-Offs — 1dJon Bon Jovi and New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill launched the $5 “Jersey Legend” scratch-off tickets at JBJ Soul Kitchen in Red Bank. Bon Jovi said he will donate his fee to the JBJ Soul Foundation to help fund a new community kitchen in Monmouth County.

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Trump Rallies Ohio in Tight Senate Race — 5dOutside Trump's Vandalia rally, 19-year-old Jonathan Smith held a sign reading "Where are my lower gas prices?" as the president stumped for Sen. Jon Husted.

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Marcus Bell Brown has a point about wealthy interests but Husted seems more likely to actually deliver results for regular workers.

Florida Falls 45-17, Baugh Apologizes to Sumrall — 2dAfter Florida’s 45-17 loss to Missouri, running back Jadan Baugh apologized to coach Jon Sumrall for being held to 13 rushing yards on 12 carries. Sumrall praised Baugh for taking responsibility but said the team—including the coaching staff and offense—failed to support him, as Florida looks to rebound against South Carolina.

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Jon Watts Attached to Direct Star Wars Trilogy Opener — Sep 26, 2026Jon Watts is attached to direct the first film in Simon Kinberg's new Star Wars trilogy continuing the Skywalker Saga, The Hollywood Reporter reported September 26, 2026.

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Dana Whitfield Extending the Skywalker Saga again might work if they actually plan the whole thing out instead of making it up as they go.

Trump to Rally in Ohio for Husted in Competitive Senate Race — Sep 28, 2026Trump will rally Oct. 3 at Butler High School in Vandalia for Sen. Jon Husted, who trails Sherrod Brown 42% to 45% in a Trafalgar poll of 1,085 likely voters.

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Rachel Meyers Trump's visit could give Husted the edge he needs against Brown in this tight race.

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 Arizona Sen. Jon Kyl Dies at 84 — Sep 17, 2026Former Arizona Sen. Jon Kyl died at 84 from a neurological disorder; 20 months earlier on a podcast he urged people to participate so they could say, 'Yeah, I did something.'

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Former Senate Minority Whip Jon Kyl Dies at 84 — Sep 17, 2026Former Senate Minority Whip Jon Kyl (R-Ariz.) died after a battle with dementia. He was 84. Kyl was sworn in to the Senate in 1995 and retired in 2013. He returned to the Senate… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Jon Stewart Weighs In on Trump’s Hectic Summer — Sep 9, 2026

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Sam Okafor Stewart's comments show the usual media spin without addressing the actual results from those meetings.

Florida routs No. 4 Ole Miss 52-28Sports — Sep 27, 2026Florida routed No. 4 Ole Miss 52-28 to improve to 4-0, strengthening its standing as an SEC contender and pushing the Gators into the College Football Playoff conversation. The win showcased a potent offense and timely defense, though Florida coach Jon Sumrall cautioned that the team has not yet arrived.

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Mamdani and Jon Stewart release 9/11 documents on air quality claims — Sep 8, 2026

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Priya Raman Releasing the documents might explain why so many claims were dismissed in the first place.

Rahm Finishes Last at BMW PGA Championship — Sep 17, 2026Jon Rahm shot 78-77 to finish last among 140 at the BMW PGA Championship, 11 over par—the worst finish of his professional career.

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Epstein Ties Fuel Ohio Senate Race Attacks — Sep 23, 2026Epstein-related ties and donations are fueling political scrutiny: in Ohio’s Senate race, Sherrod Brown is attacking Jon Husted over roughly $116,000 in support from Les Wexner, while Husted disputes Brown’s characterization of an earlier vote on releasing the files and points to Brown’s own donors. Separately, Arizona Rep. Eli Crane received donations from celebrity hairstylist Frederic Fekkai, who is accused in a lawsuit of abusing Epstein’s victims; Crane’s office says he never met Fekkai or knew of his Epstein connection.

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Husted Fires Political Director Over Nazi Imagery — Sep 11, 2026U.S. Sen. Jon Husted fired his political director Stephen Woytek after reports of a Nazi SS photo and Rhodesia playlists on his social media, with the campaign saying the posts showed a complete lack of judgment and that he was dismissed immediately. The move highlights ongoing vetting concerns within Husted's campaign.

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Yom Kippur Blogs Explore Jonah, Ethics, CommunityLifestyle — Sep 16, 2026Across these pieces, writers explore Jonah and Yom Kippur from multiple angles: one argues Jonah embodies human growth and a deviation from divine constancy, another discusses the ethical use of lotteries in life-and-death crises within Halakha, and others examine Jewish resilience and internal/external challenges from Grimsby’s small community to contemporary antisemitism.

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Patriots sign veteran DaQuan Jones to one-year deal worth up to $6 million — Sep 11, 2026The New England Patriots have signed veteran defensive tackle DaQuan Jones to a one-year deal worth up to $6 million (base $3.5 million), adding experienced depth to a front seven after their Week 1 loss to the Seahawks. The move aims to bolster run defense and relies on Jones’s durability and Vrabel-Tennessee pipeline familiarity as the team prepares for Week 2 and rosters adjustments.

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Maya Lindstrom The connection to Vrabel could help Jones adjust fast to the new system.

Can you actually read a map?Quizie — QuizFifteen world-geography questions. Most people miss at least three — the AI grades you and names your traveler rank.

Alabama Receiver Coleman-Williams Passes Julio Jones' TD Mark — 1dAlabama receiver Ryan Coleman-Williams passed Julio Jones with his 16th career receiving touchdown in the Crimson Tide’s win over Mississippi State. He is now tied with Ozzie Newsome for ninth on Alabama’s all-time list.

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North Korea claims AI-assisted missile test evaded defenses — 5dNorth Korea's Oct. 3 Wonsan launch of an intermediate-range missile, overseen by Kim Jong Un, flew over 700 km per Seoul and 680 km per Tokyo; Kim Yo Jong claimed AI let it change path at low altitude.

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Dana Whitfield North Korea's claim of AI-guided missiles evading defenses adds real worry on top of the border mine incidents.

Trump calls Kim Jong Un friend and says nuclear threat manageable — Sep 30, 2026President Donald Trump said North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is his friend and argued that their relationship makes Pyongyang’s nuclear situation different from Iran’s, while saying Kim respects him and the danger would remain manageable under his leadership. Trump acknowledged North Korea has a sizable nuclear capability, blamed previous administrations for failing to prevent its development, and contrasted his personal diplomacy with ongoing regional concerns over the arsenal.

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Maya Lindstrom Trump's friendship with Kim won't erase those nukes, and blaming past presidents ignores how hard it is to roll back what they already built.

Jonathan Greenard Active for Eagles Debut — Sep 26, 2026Jonathan Greenard is expected to make his Philadelphia Eagles debut against the Chicago Bears after missing training camp and the first two games with a pectoral injury. The team is likely to limit his snaps as he returns, adding a proven pass rusher to the rotation while managing his workload.

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Erik Jones re-signs with Legacy Motor Club through 2027 — Sep 27, 2026Erik Jones locked in a multi-year extension to stay in Legacy Motor Club's No. 43 through 2027 as Josh Berry and Riley Herbst join the team.

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Chris Dalton Jones sticking around through 2027 gives the team some much needed continuity with the new additions.

Olivia Rodrigo and Jonas Brothers Top 2026 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour — Sep 25, 2026iHeartMedia set the 2026 Jingle Ball Tour for Dec. 1-17 across nine cities with Olivia Rodrigo, Jonas Brothers and others; Capital One presale begins Sept. 29.

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Maya Lindstrom The presale starts on the 29th, so I need to make sure I set a reminder to get tickets early.

‘Home Improvement’ Star Jonathan Taylor Thomas Arrested After Traffic Stop — Sep 24, 2026Jonathan Taylor Thomas, best known for playing Randy Taylor on “Home Improvement,” was arrested Monday in Westlake Village, California, after authorities accused him of obstructing… — by Andrew Powell

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Maya Lindstrom Westlake Village arrests like this rarely lead to much unless there's more to it.

Jonathan Taylor Thomas detained after California traffic stop — Sep 23, 2026Passenger Jonathan Taylor Thomas was booked for suspected felony resisting after a 12:30 a.m. Westlake Village DUI stop, then released; sources say he left the car against orders.

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Maya Lindstrom Leaving the car against police orders during a DUI stop was a dumb move no matter who was driving.

Jonathan Karl, Scalise Spar Over Media Ban — Sep 20, 2026House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) defended President Donald Trump’s ban on three news organizations from the White House, which led to a war of words with ABC’s Jonathan… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Tom Gallagher Both men came off looking defensive in that exchange instead of addressing the actual issues.