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Iran Executions Spur Anti-Death-Penalty Rallies Across Europe, US
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On World Day Against the Death Penalty, Iranian communities in the U.S. and Europe rallied against executions and called for the release of political prisoners, while religious leaders condemned a U.S. plan to livestream a firing-squad execution after a botched execution drew renewed scrutiny. Laos, which has gone more than 30 years without carrying out executions despite retaining capital punishment in law, was highlighted as an example of restraint as countries move toward abolition or narrower use of the penalty.
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Five Classic Hits Rank Among Music’s Greatest
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— Sep 20, 2026
The articles trace the enduring impact of classic songs from the 1950s to the 1970s, including Johnny Cash’s I Walk the Line and Folsom Prison Blues, the Grapevine covers that helped Motown become a powerhouse, and enduring 1960s country hits as well as Earth, Wind & Fire’s September that remains a staple on modern playlists. They highlight how backstage creation, landmark live performances, and influential covers have shaped artists’ careers and solidified these songs as cultural touchstones across generations.
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Interactive Maps Help Time 2026 U.S. Foliage Trips
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— Sep 19, 2026
Travelers can elevate fall foliage experiences with elevated viewpoints—from hot-air-balloon rides to observing leaf colors from historic fire towers—while families can enjoy farm-based fall activities like pumpkins, corn mazes, and petting zoos. On the planning side, a 2026 Fall Foliage Map and state forestry resources with webcams help cue when and where colors peak, enabling timely, flexible trips across the country.
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Severe Storms Bring Flooding and Winds to Australia and Parts of U.S.
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— Sep 17, 2026
Across Australia, authorities warned of elevated fire danger in Tasmania, widespread storm damage and power outages in South Australia and Western Australia, and an unusually warm El Niño-influenced winter pattern bringing heavy rain and strong winds to parts of the country. In North America, meteorologists issued severe-weather alerts for strong thunderstorms with gusty winds and hail across several states, while Canadian Maritime media highlighted local weather watchers tracking September conditions.
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Ukrainian Officials Say They Were Never Informed Of Trump’s ‘Energy Ceasefire’
Francis Kapper · 5 min · 1h
UK Fires Ambassador To US Over Relationship With Epstein
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— Sep 11, 2025
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Thursday fired Peter Mandelson, the country’s ambassador to Washington, after a trove of emails revealed the extent of Mandelson’s ties to late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein…
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
Ranking
College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
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Bizarre: Russian Chechen Troops Open Fire on Smoking Apartment Building
Reporting
— Mar 19, 2022
A video of Russian troops from the country’s Chechnya region has veterans and military experts questioning the soldiers’ tactics and training. The Chechen militants open a barrage of small arms fire on an apartment…
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At least 22 killed in Kinshasa wedding fire as cause remains unclear
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— Sep 5, 2026
A fire at a wedding venue in Lingwala, Kinshasa, killed at least 22 people and injured several others, with the toll expected to rise as authorities investigate the cause. The incident underscores the recurring danger of deadly fires in Kinshasa’s dense, under-served urban areas, even as Congo faces a severe Ebola outbreak that has heightened health strains across the country.
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Putin Official Calls Russia ‘A Real Bear’ After Trump Mocked Country’s Power
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— Sep 24, 2025
A Russian official fired back at President Donald Trump with a bizarre comparison after Trump mocked the country’s military in a social media post on Tuesday. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov disputed Trump’s…
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Marjorie Taylor Greene Fires Off at British Reporter Over Gun Laws: ‘Go Back to Your Country’
Reporting
— Jun 23, 2022
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) is taking issue with a British reporter. She had six blunt words for the reporter: “Go back to your own country.” “It’s our job to defend the Second Amendment,” Greene said during…
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The Conservative Desk
Trump’s energy ceasefire meets Russian silence and fresh strikes
Trump declared an immediate energy truce on Truth Social. Kyiv held its fire; Moscow struck again and would not confirm. American diesel prices and the taxpayer sit at the center.
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US Military Catches Iran-Backed Fighters Attacking Base, Ends Them With AC-130 Gunship
Reporting
— Nov 21, 2023
An unknown number of terrorists were killed in Iraq Tuesday after they fired on U.S. troops in the western portion of the country and were met with return fire by a U.S. military AC-130 gunship. U.S. Central Command…
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Iranians Burn Down Mosques
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— Jan 12, 2026
Iranian demonstrators set mosques ablaze during heated protests against the country’s Islamic government, according to local video and reports this weekend. Protesters in Iran have set numerous fires since the riots…
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Most Influential Women in World History
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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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Army Sergeant In Custody After Shooting
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— Aug 7, 2025
A shooting at Fort Stewart, one of the largest U.S. Army bases in the country, shocked the military community on Wednesday when a soldier opened fire on his own unit, injuring five fellow service members. The suspect…
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Pam Bondi Fires Maurene Comey
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— Jul 17, 2025
Well, here’s a headline that practically demands a double‑take: Maurene Comey — yes, that Comey, the daughter of the former FBI director who turned “investigation” into a four‑letter word for half the country — just got…
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Cracker Barrel Fans Discuss Menu
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— Dec 10, 2025
Cracker Barrel is once again under fire, this time not just for its logo, but for the food on its plates. The well-known Southern-style restaurant chain, popular for its down-home meals and country-store atmosphere, is…
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Bloodsucking Disease-Carrying Winged Pests Swarm Los Angeles
Libby Bandelin · 3 min · 1h
Top Children’s Hospital Says School Mask Mandates Should End Now
Reporting
— Feb 8, 2022
With mask mandates for students and teachers increasingly under fire, one of the major children’s hospitals in the country is recommending that facial coverings no longer be required. Dr. David Rubin, director of the…
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Soccer vs American Football
Yourlist
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The world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.
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Joy Behar Under Fire After Saying She’s ‘Scared’ of What Ukraine Invasion Means for Her Italy Vacation
Reporting
— Feb 25, 2022
Joy Behar of “The View” was slammed for fretting over the impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on her vacation plans even as Ukrainians were being slaughtered as they tried to defend their country. During Thursday’s…
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Ukraine Offers To Send Firefighters To California As Fire Response Flounders
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— Jan 13, 2025
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy offered to send firefighters from his country to Los Angeles Sunday as California continues to fight an uphill battle to contain the inferno. Zelenskyy instructed his government…
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Russian Missile Hits US Company During Ukraine Strike
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— Aug 21, 2025
In a stunning escalation, Russia unleashed one of the largest overnight strikes since its invasion of Ukraine began, firing 614 drones, ballistic, and cruise missiles across the country. This includes a direct hit on an…
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Prosecutor Removed by DeSantis Fires Back With Lawsuit Claiming a ‘Blatant Abuse of Power’
Reporting
— Aug 17, 2022
The prosecutor who was suspended by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) is alleging that this removal constituted a “blatant abuse of power.” State Attorney Andrew Warren said on Wednesday, “In our country, there are…
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Books
Stock prices wander so boring index funds usually win
Malkiel shows neither charts nor expert stock-picking reliably beat a low-cost market index once fees and behavior are counted.
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Josh Hawley on Fire: Senator Calls Out Senate’s ‘Middle Finger to Middle America’ in Passionate Speech
Opinion
— Feb 13, 2024
What would happen if your government was more worried about the welfare of the citizens of a foreign country than their own? GOP Senator Josh Hawley of Missouri knows the feeling. Hawley gave an impassioned speech to…
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Defying ‘Racist-Cisgenderism’: Meet The DEI Staff University Of Michigan Tried To Hide
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— Dec 5, 2024
The country’s largest and most expensive diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) program only hired staff “committed to DEI,” then tried to scrub them from the public’s memory when the program came under fire. Staff and…
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Poll Shows Americans Have a New Top Concern About the Country, and It’s Horrible News for Biden
Opinion
— Feb 28, 2024
The horrific murder of University of Georgia nursing student Laken Riley, allegedly by an illegal immigrant, has served to add more fuel to an already raging fire. Not only have record numbers of illegal immigrants…
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Illinois Under Fire for Releases as ICE Flags Hundreds of Violent Offenders Freed Despite Detainers
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— Dec 8, 2025
A fresh clash over public safety erupted this week as federal immigration officials accused Illinois authorities of repeatedly releasing dangerous criminal offenders who are in the country illegally — even when federal…
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Israel Releases Audio of Hamas Terrorists Realizing Gaza Hospital Was Hit by Friendly Fire: ‘It’s From Us?’
Reporting
— Oct 18, 2023
Facing near-unanimous condemnation from Arab countries for an explosion at a Gaza hospital, Israel is seeking to battle against the perception based on initial reports that the blast was caused by an Israeli airstrike…
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Trump NATO Envoy Tells Nations To Take Responsibility For Expanding East
Jillian Butler · 2 min · 2h
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