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Alcaraz, Lehecka Set for Japan Open Final — 2dCarlos Alcaraz beat Jiri Lehecka 7-6 (7/4), 6-4 to defend the Japan Open, first man to do so since Sampras in 1994 and his first title since a wrist injury.

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Priya Raman Lehecka pushed in the first set but Alcaraz stayed consistent to close it out.

Kansas Man Wanted in Alleged Nebraska Campus AssaultWorld — 2dA warrant has been issued for Joseph Favata, 32, who is charged with attempted first-degree sexual assault and first-degree false imprisonment in connection with an alleged assault on a University of Nebraska-Lincoln student. Authorities believe he may be in the Wichita area and are seeking information about his whereabouts.

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Arizona Man Pleads Guilty in Hiker’s 15-Stab Murder — 2dZion Teasley pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the 2023 stabbing death of hiker Lauren Heike in Phoenix, avoiding the death penalty under a deal that calls for life in prison. Heike’s family supported the plea agreement to avoid the trauma of a trial; authorities have described the attack as apparently random but said their investigation was not concluded.

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Manus Raises $500M After China Blocks Meta Deal — 6hManus raised more than $500 million in its first funding round since Chinese regulators blocked Meta’s planned $2 billion acquisition, with Boyu Capital and IDG Capital leading the investment and existing backers also participating. The company did not disclose its valuation, though reports put it near $4 billion, as it resumes operating independently and develops AI-agent products.

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President watches South Korea’s first hypersonic glide vehicle test launchWorld — 4hSouth Korean President Lee Jae-myung observed the first successful test launch of a domestically developed hypersonic glide vehicle, which maneuvered unpredictably at low altitude and accurately struck its target. Lee called for accelerated development and deployment, presenting the weapon as a boost to South Korea’s self-reliant defense and deterrence.

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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.

Matthew Rhys First Man to Win Two Lead Emmys in One Night — Sep 15, 2026Matthew Rhys became the first man to win two lead-acting Emmys in one night, taking limited-series and comedy awards at the 2026 Emmys after a prior drama win.

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Rachel Meyers Winning two leads in one night takes real range, especially if he pulls off the comedy too after crediting the whole team like that.

Bayer to build first North American pharma plant in Ohio, adding 600 jobs — 5dBayer will invest $2.2 billion in its first North American pharma manufacturing plant in New Albany, Ohio, creating about 600 permanent jobs.

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Priya Raman Bayer's $2.2 billion plant in New Albany should boost Ohio's economy with those 600 steady jobs making cancer and heart drugs.

Boyce Champion Wins First Collegiate Title, UNCG Runner-UpSports — 4dUNC Greensboro finished runner-up behind Arkansas at the Blessings Collegiate Invitational, where B.J. Boyce captured his first collegiate individual title with a five-under-par total. The Spartans had also won the Rod Myers Invitational earlier in the season, their second team title in as many tournaments.

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Spire launches first three Colorado-built satellites — 6dSpire Global launched the first three satellites built at its Boulder, Colorado, facility aboard SpaceX’s Transporter-18 mission, expanding its U.S. manufacturing footprint for national security needs. The company says its facilities in the U.S., U.K. and Europe can produce 300 to 400 satellites annually.

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Elena Vasquez Three new ones built locally on this SpaceX flight feels like steady progress for their data business.

Aehr Secures $6 Million AI Processor Burn-In Orders — 1dAehr Test Systems received about $6 million in follow-on orders from a hyperscale customer for Sonoma systems and related equipment to burn in its next-generation AI processor at a Taiwan manufacturing partner. The orders expand capacity ahead of a 2027 production ramp; the customer expects the second processor to reach higher production volumes than its first Aehr-supported chip.

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Kalamazoo Promise Plans HBCU Tuition Coverage in 2027Lifestyle — 1dThe Kalamazoo Promise will begin covering tuition and mandatory fees at accredited four-year HBCUs nationwide in fall 2027, expanding scholarship options for eligible Kalamazoo Public Schools graduates beyond Michigan for the first time. Program leaders say the change lets students pursue financial support while choosing campuses where they feel a sense of belonging and cultural connection.

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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.

Raising Cane’s Opens, Plans Restaurants Across U.S.Business — 2dRaising Cane’s is continuing its nationwide expansion, with new or planned restaurants in Tampa, San Francisco, Springfield, Oregon, and Rib Mountain, Wisconsin. The openings include the chain’s second San Francisco location and first Lane County restaurant, while local officials and the company point to community and business benefits alongside attention to traffic management.

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Bahnsen Group plans $1.1B Naples acquisitionBusiness — 1dThe Bahnsen Group is bringing Hightower Naples, a $1.1 billion wealth management practice led by David Emma and Mark Masterson, under its brand in a deal expected to close at year-end 2026. The move is the first Hightower practice to join the Bahnsen flagship franchise, adding a second Florida office and lifting the group’s assets to about $11.6 billion.

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GE HealthCare Plans $945 Million SOFIE Acquisition — 3dGE HealthCare agreed to acquire SOFIE Biosciences for $945 million in cash, expanding its U.S. PET radiopharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution network and strengthening its position in the growing precision-imaging market. The deal, expected to close in the first half of 2027 pending regulatory approval, also gives GE HealthCare U.S. rights to the Phase III imaging agent FAPI-74.

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Whole Foods plans openings in Los Angeles, BradentonBusiness — 3dWhole Foods plans to open its first Manatee County store in Bradenton on Nov. 5, 2026, featuring more than 450 Florida-sourced products, and a 63,082-square-foot flagship in Los Angeles on Nov. 11, with a taproom, expanded specialty offerings and more than 1,900 California-sourced items. The Bradenton store will be the chain’s 40th in Florida; the Los Angeles location replaces its longtime Fairfax store nearby.

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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.

FDA extends review of Novo Nordisk hemophilia drug over manufacturing issues — 5dThe FDA has extended its review of Novo Nordisk’s denecimig, a potential hemophilia A treatment, because the company is addressing manufacturing-facility issues. The agency has not raised concerns about the drug’s clinical safety or efficacy and has set no new decision date; Novo is targeting a U.S. launch in the first half of 2027.

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Maya Lindstrom Manufacturing hiccups can drag on, but it's smart the FDA isn't rushing approval even if the science looks solid.

Sikh Truck Driver Stabbed 17 Times in Wyoming — Sep 17, 2026A Punjabi Sikh truck driver, Gurvinder Singh, was stabbed 17 times at a Wyoming rest area and a 45-year-old man, Andrew Kris Bzdak, has been charged with attempted first-degree murder, though motive remains unknown. Civil rights groups including CAIR and the American Sikh Council are calling for a transparent investigation into possible racial or religious bias, linking the attack to a controversial DHS social media post about “Mr Singh” that was later removed.

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Seattle Kraken Open 2026-27 Season 2-2Sports — 3dFantasy hockey managers entering the 2026 NHL season’s second week can target hot-starting Oilers winger Vasily Podkolzin and account for team schedules when streaming players; Boston faces Utah and Philadelphia, while six teams play only twice. Florida’s outlook has taken a major hit with Aleksander Barkov sidelined long term, and early breakouts such as Evan Bouchard’s opening-night hat trick are reminders that the first week can quickly upend draft expectations.

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Pandora Opens $150 Million Vietnam Factory — Oct 1, 2026Pandora has opened a $150 million factory in Vietnam, its first production site outside Thailand, aiming to increase manufacturing capacity by about 50% and diversify its supply chain as it pursues growth in Asia. The company sees opportunities in Japan and a possible China recovery, while expanding its focus on more affordable, lower-emissions lab-grown diamonds.

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Nicole Hardy Pandora expanding to Vietnam should help them meet demand in Asia and avoid putting all their eggs in Thailand.

Lawsuit Alleges Nationwide Intimidation of ICE Observers — Sep 10, 2026A Minnesota man, Michael Khalili, sues the Department of Homeland Security alleging retaliation and First Amendment violations after his Global Entry privileges were revoked and he faced increased scrutiny for observing immigration enforcement, a move he says followed his reporting on federal agents. A separate federal lawsuit, joined by Common Cause, argues that federal agencies illegally surveil and intimidate people who peacefully observe DHS activities across the country.

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Union rout Cincinnati 5-0, extend unbeaten run to nine — Sep 10, 2026Bruno Damiani scored a hat trick and Quinn Sullivan converted a penalty as the Philadelphia Union defeated 10-man FC Cincinnati 5-0, extending their unbeaten run to nine games under interim coach Ryan Richter. The win also featured the Sullivan brothers starting together for the first MLS league match, with Milan Iloski adding a late penalty as Obinna Nwobodo was sent off early on.

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Maya Lindstrom Damiani's hat trick showed real finishing quality even after that early red card.

Novacyt H1 Loss Narrows, Revenue Rises 18% — Sep 30, 2026Novacyt’s liquidity manager bought 44,200 shares and sold 44,422 in September, leaving 65,577 shares in treasury; the company has 72.6 million ordinary shares outstanding. For the first half of 2026, revenue rose 18% to £11.56 million and its net loss narrowed to £5.79 million from £6.34 million a year earlier.

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Derek Foss The liquidity manager trading nearly the same number of shares in and out feels pointless.

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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U.S. GDP Grew 2.2% in Second Quarter; Arkansas Lagged — Sep 30, 2026U.S. second-quarter 2026 GDP growth was revised up to a 2.2% annual rate from 1.5%, reflecting stronger consumer, investment and government spending, though it remained below the first quarter’s 2.5% pace. Arkansas grew 1.1%, ranking 34th among states and Washington, D.C., as gains in durable-goods manufacturing and wholesale trade partly offset declines in other sectors.

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Derek Foss That national number would look better if states like Arkansas caught up instead of dragging averages down.