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Dodgers Eliminate Braves in Game 4 — 3dFacing elimination with the Dodgers leading their NLDS 2-1, the Braves are relying on Tyler Mahle in Game 4. Since joining Atlanta at the trade deadline, Mahle has posted a 1.99 regular-season ERA and delivered seven innings of one-run ball in the postseason, making his turnaround central to the Braves’ hopes and raising questions about his value as a free agent.

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Congress Looking to Make Nickels Cheaper — 2dCongress is saying the Common Cents Act is just common sense. First came the penny, which Congress has taken action to eliminate. Now, the nickel may be next to change. Earlier t… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Rachel Meyers If they're making nickels cheaper to produce, I hope the new ones still work in parking meters without jamming.

Brewers Eliminate Padres After Mitchell’s Catch — 2dGarrett Mitchell robbed Manny Machado of a potential game-tying home run in the eighth inning, preserving Milwaukee’s 3-1 lead over San Diego in NLDS Game 4. The win sent the Brewers to the National League Championship Series against the Dodgers.

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Padres closer Miller misses do-or-die Game 3 — 3dMLB put Padres closer Mason Miller on the paternity list less than an hour before elimination Game 3; 38-save, 1.67 ERA All-Star is replaced by Wandy Peralta (3.61 ERA).

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College Tennis Teams Record Opening-Day Regional WinsSports — 1dBrown’s women’s team advanced six players to the ITA New England Regionals main draw, while Brown’s men also advanced qualifiers to their regional main draw. Elsewhere, Belmont, UT Arlington and Austin Peay players recorded opening-day wins at their respective ITA regional championships, though several were eliminated in later qualifying rounds.

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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.

Dancing With the Stars eliminates Taylor Hanson after Yacht Rock Night — Sep 30, 2026“Dancing With the Stars” held its first Yacht Rock Night, where Taylor Hanson and pro partner Britt Stewart were eliminated. A recap argued the pair had more to offer and criticized the show’s repeated early exits for Stewart, its only Black woman pro.

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Derek Foss The judges were too harsh on their chemistry when others with less energy stayed safe.

Padres Face Rotation Questions After NLDS Exit — 3dAfter their NLDS elimination by Milwaukee, the Padres face an offseason of roster decisions rather than a full rebuild, including whether to retain key pitchers and how to manage injury uncertainty around Joe Musgrove and Yu Darvish. The biggest need is strengthening the starting rotation, while trades that create room for younger players could also reshape the roster.

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US enrollment decline pressures school districtsPolitics — 3dDeclining public school enrollment is putting pressure on district budgets nationwide, prompting officials to consider school closures, program consolidations and staffing cuts. Fresno Unified says it has made no closure decisions but is reviewing options, while Alabama’s superintendent reports a drop of 12,000 students and warns that as many as 750 to 800 education jobs could be eliminated.

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Rays Sweep Yankees to Reach ALCS — 4dThe Yankees fell 5-2 to the Rays in ALDS Game 2, dropping the series 0-2 after four errors and a quiet offense left them facing elimination. Jazz Chisholm Jr. said he would still attempt the first-inning throw that helped Tampa score, drawing fan backlash, while also acknowledging that the Yankees beat themselves and the Rays capitalized.

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MLB Divisional Round Opens After Wild-Card Eliminations — Oct 2, 2026The 2026 MLB divisional round is underway, with coverage highlighting early ALDS action and previewing the day’s games, alongside updates on Cincinnati’s roster and arbitration outlook. Other baseball coverage spotlights speed-first hitter Chandler Simpson as a counterpoint to analytics-driven play and profiles prospects from South Carolina’s Fall Games.

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Chris Dalton Simpson's speed game is a smart way to push back against all the launch angle hype.

Candidates from both parties urge ending Senate filibuster — Oct 2, 2026As control of the closely contested Senate looms, candidates and lawmakers are debating whether to end or change the filibuster. Democrat Juliana Stratton supports eliminating it to advance priorities including abortion rights, voting protections and gun legislation, while Republican Sen. Bernie Moreno says it should be ended if senators cannot conduct meaningful debate, amid a fight over advancing the SAVE America Act.

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Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

Sports Shows Debate MLB, NFL, NBA — Oct 1, 2026The Braves eliminated the Phillies with a 6-2 win in Game 3 of their wild-card series, with Philadelphia’s decision to start Aaron Nola drawing scrutiny. Elsewhere in the MLB postseason, commentators debated whether the Dodgers slighted Yoshinobu Yamamoto by choosing Tarik Skubal to start Game 1 of the NLDS.

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Cork, Kerry Emergency Housing Rises 14%Politics — Sep 28, 2026Homelessness is straining services in Cork, where people are staying longer in emergency accommodation, while a mechanic’s account describes the hidden daily work of living in a car and keeping up a job. Elsewhere, Luna County plans a public forum on local services and solutions, and a Vietnamese city is pursuing a 2026 program to eliminate street homelessness and begging.

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Tigers Open Final Season Series Against Pirates — Sep 25, 2026The Pirates and Tigers opened their final 2026 regular-season series Friday in Detroit, with Bubba Chandler facing Jackson Jobe; the Tigers had already been eliminated from playoff contention. Justin Verlander was scheduled to make his final career start Saturday before retiring.

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Braves Rally Past Phillies in Wild Card Game 1 — Sep 26, 2026The playoff-bound Braves face the eliminated Marlins as Atlanta manages rotation concerns: Martin Pérez is sidelined, and Bryce Elder is also injured. Miami is expected to use Jack Ralston, while Atlanta plans to open with Brent Suter, who could handle multiple innings.

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What were you actually built to do?Quizie — QuizNot the job you have — the one your wiring has been begging for. Twelve questions and the AI writes the job description.

Angels beat Mariners 7-5 in Seattle — Sep 25, 2026The Angels beat the Mariners 7-5 in Seattle, backed by six scoreless innings from Reid Detmers, Wade Meckler’s four hits and Christian Moore’s three-run homer. The win came a day after Seattle was eliminated from playoff contention, capping a disappointing season for the Mariners.

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Padres Sweep Cubs, Advance to Face Brewers — Sep 28, 2026The National League postseason bracket is set: the top-seeded Brewers and No. 2 Dodgers have first-round byes, while the Braves host the Phillies and the Padres host the Cubs in best-of-three Wild Card series. The Dodgers will face Atlanta or Philadelphia in the NLDS, while Chicago and San Diego meet in an October rematch after the Cubs won their regular-season series 5-1 and eliminated the Padres last year.

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Brighton Beats Manchester United After 2-0 Comeback — Sep 16, 2026Manchester United were eliminated from the Carabao Cup after a 3-2 defeat to Brighton, surrendering an early 2-0 lead as the Seagulls staged a dramatic comeback with goals before and after the break. The defeat, following a turbulent week that included a derby setback, heightens scrutiny on Michael Carrick and United's early-season form.

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Sam Okafor United blew a two goal lead far too easily, the defense looked lost after the break and Carrick has real work ahead.

Madrid F1 Organizers Plan Track Changes After Debut — Sep 14, 2026Drivers criticised Madring for producing little overtaking as the race highlighted the circuit’s limitations, while organizers said they will work with the FIA to implement FIA-recommended improvements next year and refurbish the layout. They emphasized their openness to changes, with praise for qualifying dynamics but recognition that adjustments—potentially eliminating problematic corners—are needed to enhance wheel-to-wheel racing for 2027.

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Marcus Bell They need to scrap those tight corners quickly if they want real racing instead of processions next year.

Orioles Rally in Ninth but Fall to Brewers 6-5 in Extras — Sep 19, 2026The Orioles’ late-season push remains hampered by a flawed roster, flawed fundamentals, and costly misplays from Rece Hinds, as the team’s depth and decision-making are repeatedly scrutinized while the bullpen keeps them in games only to see late leads slip in extra innings against Milwaukee. With elimination looming, Baltimore fights to stay alive in the wild-card race, but continued offensive droughts and baserunning errors highlight a rebuilding process under fire from fans and critics alike.

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Elena Vasquez Our bullpen keeps fighting to hold leads but the lack of depth and those late extra inning mistakes are killing our wild card hopes.

White Sox Hold Wild-Card Lead, Tigers Near Elimination — Sep 17, 2026The Chicago White Sox remain in the thick of the AL playoff race, buoyed by Miguel Vargas's 33rd homer and Davis Martin's return as they chase a wild-card berth behind the fading Tigers, while Chicago also aims to outpace the Guardians in the Central. In a separate development, Detroit's rookies sparked an 11-8 comeback against the Sox, underscoring a volatile finish as both teams prepare for a pivotal four-game series that could decide postseason fate.

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DHS Moves to End 60-Day Grace Period for Laid-Off H-1B Workers — Sep 10, 2026The Trump administration has proposed eliminating the discretionary 60-day grace period that lets certain employment-based nonimmigrants, including H-1B workers, remain in the U.S. after job loss to seek new sponsorship, potentially forcing immediate departure and affecting hundreds of thousands of dependents. The plan, not yet final and requiring public comment, aims to align status with employment, but could disrupt tech hiring, raise disruption for employers and workers, and prompt legal challenges or appeals as the government weighs public input and potential reapplications in some cases.

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Tom Gallagher Employers in tech will face more turnover costs and delays when trying to fill specialized roles.

Trump Proposes Eliminating Taxes On Overtime Pay For Workers — Sep 13, 2024Former President Donald Trump proposed Thursday during a campaign rally in Tucson, Arizona, to eliminate taxes on overtime pay should he win the election this November. Trump called for eliminating taxes on overtime…

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All DEI Positions Eliminated from University After State Law Kicks InReporting — Mar 2, 2024On Friday, the University of Florida announced it had shut down its Office of the Chief Diversity Officer, eliminated all Diversity, Equity and Inclusion positions and administrative appointments, and terminated…

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