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Shorter NHL Camps Show Little Early Impact
Sports
— 5h
The NHL’s season-opening stretch has featured loose, high-scoring play after shorter training camps, with goals and power-play efficiency slightly higher and save percentages lower than last year. Coaches and players say the early-season sloppiness is typical, and there is little evidence the abbreviated preparation has significantly changed the game.
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Efficient Computer raises $97M Series B at $650M valuation
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— Sep 29, 2026
Efficient Computer raised more than $97M in Series B funding at a $650M valuation, led by TQ Ventures, to scale its shipping Electron E1 dataflow chips from robots and drones toward datacenters.
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Firms plan industrial gas plants in Australia, Malaysia
Business
— 1d
Air Liquide plans a new air separation unit in New South Wales, Australia, expected to start operating in 2028 and expand local supplies of oxygen and nitrogen. Separately, Air Products will build and operate an LNG-based unit in Johor, Malaysia, targeting startup in early 2027; it will supply industrial gases to regional manufacturers while using LNG cold energy to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.
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IMF Warns $13 Trillion Hedge Funds Amplify Risks
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The IMF warned that hedge funds’ rapid growth to roughly $13 trillion, heavy leverage and increasingly crowded trades could amplify market stress and spread instability through the financial system. While the funds can support liquidity and efficiency in normal conditions, forced selling and synchronized deleveraging during turmoil may deepen losses; the IMF urged stronger monitoring and better data.
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White House Suspends Microsoft From Green Card Program Over H-1B Fraud
Dylan Kresak · 4 min · 1h
LaMelo Ball Debuts, Timberwolves Beat Bucks in Preseason
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LaMelo Ball scored 11 points with four rebounds, three assists and a steal in 17 minutes during his preseason debut for Minnesota, an efficient showing in the Timberwolves’ 116-97 win over Milwaukee. His first outing alongside Anthony Edwards offered an early glimpse of the new backcourt pairing and Ball’s potential as a playmaker and perimeter threat.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
— Ranking
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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Jaguars Build AFC Contender Case at 3-1
Sports
— 4d
Jacksonville’s early success has been driven by efficient offense and contributions from both its passing and running games, with Trevor Lawrence and Bhayshul Tuten among the standouts. Analysts also point to a physical road win featuring young players and backups, while losses by Houston and Tennessee have strengthened the Jaguars’ position in the AFC South.
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SEC Teams Face Offensive, Defensive Tests
Sports
— 3d
SEC football teams face distinct tests: South Carolina’s offense has leaned heavily on quarterback LaNorris Sellers and needs greater passing accuracy and more dependable depth, while Alabama’s third-down defense will be pivotal against Georgia’s highly efficient offense. Kentucky, meanwhile, has paired a strong offensive line with an aggressive pass rush to fuel its 4-1 start.
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Rivian expands EV lineup with R1S and R2 facing Tesla Model Y tests
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The articles compare Rivian’s electric SUVs and pickup with competing models, highlighting the R1S’s strong ratings, the more affordable R2’s contest with Tesla’s Model Y, and the R1T’s luxury and off-road focus. The comparisons also underscore trade-offs in price, range, efficiency and capability.
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Right-leaning meme mocks government efficiency on clocks
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— Sep 21, 2026
Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.
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Some systems get stronger from shocks—here is how
Taleb’s framework gives investors, skeptics of top-down policy, and anyone building a career a way to court useful volatility instead of suppressing every stressor.
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Surveys find supply chain lags may limit smart manufacturing gains
x/corning-inc
— Sep 29, 2026
Manufacturers see industrial AI and smart technologies as key to boosting efficiency, and one survey found production gains of 10% to 20% after adoption. But supply-chain constraints and outdated warehouse models may prevent logistics from keeping pace with modernization.
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2026-27 SUVs, Minivans Get Head-to-Head Comparisons
Auto
— 4d
Automotive buying guides compare hybrid and conventional SUVs as well as family minivans, weighing price, efficiency, performance, space and practical features. The comparisons highlight trade-offs including the Sorento PHEV’s stronger ratings versus the Taos, the Cherokee hybrid’s lower fuel use versus the CR-V, the Palisade and Grand Highlander hybrids’ range and powertrain choices, and the Pacifica’s available all-wheel drive and fold-flat seats versus the Odyssey’s lower price and resale strengths.
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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep Dish
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.
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49ers Beat Broncos 24-14, Improve to 4-0
x/brock-purdy
— Oct 1, 2026
The 3-0 49ers’ efficient, turnover-free offense and sackless start face a major test against Denver’s formidable pass rush, which has led the NFL in sacks since 2024. San Francisco will look to run the ball and control tempo, while the Broncos aim to exploit the 49ers’ injury concerns and pressure Brock Purdy; Denver’s own early execution will also be crucial.
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Survey Finds Small Businesses Optimistic Yet Operations Stagnating
Business
— Sep 28, 2026
Most surveyed small-business owners are optimistic about growth, but many report stagnant or declining efficiency, with expense management and fragmented financial systems creating back-office burdens. The article advises owners to identify operational bottlenecks and use integrated financial tools to free time for customers and growth.
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Maya Lindstrom
If owners spent half as much time fixing their back office as they do chasing new customers the growth numbers would look even better.
Kitchen tips include saving pasta water and Aldi cookware swaps
x/aldi
— Sep 28, 2026
Kitchen upgrades range from an LG SolarDOM appliance designed to air-fry, grill, steam and bake to affordable Aldi cookware lookalikes and budget-friendly cabinet and hardware updates. The articles also offer practical shortcuts—from cleaning a blender with soapy water to using cooking techniques from around the world to improve flavor, texture and efficiency.
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Republican Infighting Derails GOP Plans To Lower Gas And Diesel Prices Before Election Day
Simon August · 5 min · 2h
TD Cowen Reaffirms ServiceTitan Buy, $100 Target
Business
— Sep 23, 2026
Analysts maintain a Moderate Buy consensus on ServiceTitan, with a $96.38 average price target, while TD Cowen reaffirmed its Buy rating and $100 target. Separate reports point to potential growth from consumer agents and contractors’ increasing use of AI, as businesses prioritize profitability and operational efficiency.
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Can you actually read a map?
Quizie
— Quiz
Fifteen world-geography questions. Most people miss at least three — the AI grades you and names your traveler rank.
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Canadian Retailers Expand Stores, Products, Digital Strategies
Lifestyle
— Sep 18, 2026
Empire Company Limited is advancing its online grocery strategy by combining Voilà delivery with third‑party platforms to speed growth while improving cost efficiency, leveraging integrated customer data and loyalty programs. Flight Centre Canada is expanding its footprint with two new stores in Toronto and North Vancouver, pairing face-to-face travel advice with digital booking options.
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World’s Busiest Station Tests Robotic Bins
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— Sep 18, 2026
Shinjuku Station in Tokyo is testing three mobile robotic trash bins to assist the overwhelmed sanitation staff amid reduced traditional bins, with trials running until late November and daily passenger flow exceeding 2.7 million. The slow-moving, about-1-meter-tall robots navigate crowds to collect waste, return to a collection point when full, and are evaluated for safety, navigation, and passenger engagement, drawing both concerns about efficiency and enthusiasm from tourists.
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HVAC Contractors Expand Services Across Regional Markets
Business
— Sep 14, 2026
HVAC firms nationwide are broadening their service menus to include full-installation, ongoing maintenance, and advanced diagnostics for both commercial and residential customers, with a focus on ductwork and energy efficiency. Notable expansions span 822 Heat and Air in the Greater DFW area, Rhymes Heating & Cooling in St. Louis, and Arctic Air in Lawrence County, Tennessee, each boosting capabilities to meet growing demand.
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FIA Approves 24-Race 2027 F1 Calendar With Portugal and Turkey Returns
x/t-rkiye
— Sep 16, 2026
The 2027 Formula 1 calendar, approved by the FIA, reintroduces Portugal to the Algarve's Portimão circuit for June 18–20 and adds Turkey back to the schedule in October, with several new venues including Sprint races in five locations. The plan prioritizes geographic efficiency and broader regional economic impact, emphasizing sustained on-track activity across Europe and beyond as part of a broader push for sustainability and growth.
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Nothing is original, so steal from many sources at once
Makers frozen by originality fear get a short, illustrated stack for collecting influences, making daily, and sharing unfinished work without shame.
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Households Face Higher Heating Costs This Winter
Finance
— Sep 17, 2026
Across Czechia and the United States, heating costs are set to rise this winter. Czech gas-fired district heating could spike 5-30% depending on pre‑arranged gas hedges, while in the Northeast U.S. heating oil costs may jump as much as about 50% year over year, and nationwide NEADA projects roughly a 9% rise with an average $1,030 increase, prompting emphasis on improving existing systems’ efficiency and cost‑savvy conversations with contractors.
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Bills Host Lions in High-Scoring Thursday Opener
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— Sep 13, 2026
No. 14 Penn State enters Week 3 as a heavy favorite to beat Buffalo after a 2-0 start, with Becht showing efficiency at quarterback and Hansen contributing in the run game as the defense also looks to limit Buffalo’s offense. Buffalo, having split its first two games, struggles on offense with limited production and a negative turnover margin, and PSU is projected to win comfortably by a large spread.
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Asset Owners Double AI Environmental Risk View in Year
x/morningstar-inc
— Sep 15, 2026
Growing concerns about AI's environmental footprint are rising among asset owners and the public, with surveys showing worries about data-center energy use, electricity costs, and climate impacts as AI expands. Meanwhile, new research explores using generative AI to forecast air pollution more efficiently, and debates over data centers include pollution from power plants and calls for policies on grid upgrades and clean energy.
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Après les Clés Launches French Home-Renovation Platform
x/france
— Sep 12, 2026
Après les Clés has launched a French-language editorial platform at apreslescles.fr focused on practical questions after buying, owning, or upgrading a home, covering permits, budgets, diagnostics, and subsidies to guide readers through costs, financing, and regulatory steps. The platform aims to simplify planning and highlight energy-efficiency subsidies and financing options for property renovations.
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Derek Foss
I hope the financing details include realistic examples rather than just general advice on energy upgrades.
KRX Plans 8 p.m. Trading for Most Stocks
x/kospi
— Sep 13, 2026
KRX will extend trading hours to 8 PM for most Kospi and Kosdaq stocks, expanding the universe to roughly 2,400 issues and aiming to attract foreign and global investors as part of a push toward a 24-hour market. The move follows Nextrade's post-close trading, broadens competition, and seeks to improve liquidity and price efficiency amid growing AI-driven market interest.
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Jared Kim
Retail traders like me won't gain much if the hours just favor institutions chasing AI-driven trades late into the night.
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Americans Will Be Able To Watch Fort Hood Killer Face Firing Squad, Hegseth Says
Francis Kapper · 2 min · 2h
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