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Germany arrests former BND chief on espionage suspicions
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Germany arrested former BND chief August Hanning and a former aide on suspicion of espionage, as prosecutors investigate allegations that classified intelligence was obtained and passed on. Authorities have not publicly identified the country allegedly involved, and the claims remain under investigation.
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Chris Dalton
They need to identify the foreign country involved soon or the investigation will look incomplete.
Hans Anders suspends smart-glasses sales in Netherlands, Belgium
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— Oct 1, 2026
Hans Anders has suspended sales of Meta’s camera-equipped Ray-Ban glasses in the Netherlands and Belgium amid mounting privacy concerns and public and political scrutiny; another Dutch retailer has also paused sales. Meta says a visible recording light and anti-tampering safeguards protect bystanders, while Dutch authorities and advocacy groups are considering further action over covert filming risks.
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China Urges End to US Cuba Sanctions and Iran Pressure at UN
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— Sep 25, 2026
At the U.N. General Assembly, China’s Vice President Han Zheng called for respect for Middle Eastern and Gulf countries’ sovereignty and urged the United States—without naming it—to end threats and lift its blockade and sanctions on Cuba. His remarks came amid heightened U.S.-China tensions over Iran and Cuba.
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Taiwan Minister Makes First Lai-Era China Visit
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— Sep 19, 2026
Taiwan’s Labor Minister Hung Sun-han travelled to Nanjing for an APEC human resources meeting, marking the first cabinet-level Taiwan official to visit mainland China under President Lai Ching-te’s administration amid heightened Beijing pressure. Taiwan participates in APEC as “Chinese Taipei” and aims to engage on practical issues like employment and AI’s impact on jobs while avoiding a broader political dialogue with Beijing.
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Elena Vasquez
Keeping it to practical topics like jobs is the right move for Taiwan right now.
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‘Think Of My Dad’: Abdul El-Sayed Defends Campaigning With Obama After Criticizing Him During Presidency
Jillian Butler · 3 min · 14h
Students Explore STEM Through Hands-On Programs
Science
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Hands-on STEM programs are introducing children and middle-school students to science through experiments, games and demonstrations, with organizers hoping to spark curiosity and broaden their sense of future possibilities. Oklahoma’s Innovation Week reaches 1,300 seventh graders, while Washburn University’s Women in Science Day gives more than 300 girls a chance to explore labs led largely by women scientists.
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
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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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Taylor Swift, Travis Kelce Spotted on NYC Date
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Swift and Kelce left The Jane Hotel hand-in-hand on Oct. 9 with her $3,450 Gucci bag; reports named Old Rose, which Yelp lists as permanently closed.
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George Russell left speechless by handmade scrapbook from Malaysian fans at Sepang
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— Oct 3, 2026
Malaysian fans handed George Russell a handmade scrapbook at his Sepang garage. Later in the motorhome he flipped through the pages and said he was a bit lost for words.
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Illinois, Ohio set fall pumpkin displays
Lifestyle
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Franklin Park Conservatory’s Pumpkins Aglow returns on select evenings through Nov. 1, featuring more than 700 illuminated, hand-carved pumpkins, themed displays and favorites such as the pumpkin house and singing pumpkin patch. The family event also includes live entertainment, interactive activities, food vendors and a new straw-bale maze; advance ticket reservations are recommended.
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Livestock events, tours showcase agriculture education
Lifestyle
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Agricultural fairs and industry tours are giving children and students hands-on exposure to livestock, farming and animal care, while helping build public understanding and prepare future agriculture professionals. Youth livestock shows also offer aspiring ranchers a chance to display their animals and compete.
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Irrational choices follow patterns you can measure and redesign
Ariely shows people do not maximize self-interest like classical economics assumes; they repeat the same measurable mistakes—anchoring, free-lure, ownership inflation, and expectation effects—that others can predict and design around.
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Second Affordable Flying Expo planned for Lakeland
Business
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The Affordable Flying Expo will return November 13–15, 2026, in Lakeland, Florida, bringing together manufacturers, pilots, builders and newcomers focused on affordable personal aviation as the industry responds to MOSAIC. Organizers describe it as a smaller, hands-on marketplace distinct from major aviation shows, with the 2026 event prospectus now available.
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Stellantis CEO says Wayve partnership could shorten driver-assistance development
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Stellantis CEO Filosa said a Wayve AI tie-up could cut costs and shrink ~24-month ADAS cycles, with Level 2++ hands-free launch targeted for North America in 2028.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
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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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Small-business workshops span US communities
Business
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Small-business organizations in Memphis, Elizabeth City, Jackson and Amarillo are offering workshops on topics including marketing, e-commerce, bookkeeping and building sustainable businesses. DoorDash’s Memphis workshop also provided business owners with hands-on training and $1,000 in credits, while Amarillo’s four-part series focuses on practical resources for entrepreneurs and established businesses.
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Descartes Introduces AI Agent Control Plane
Tech
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Descartes Systems Group introduced an Agent Control Plane built on its Global Logistics Network to coordinate AI agents across supply-chain applications and trading partners, aiming to automate multistep workflows and reduce manual handoffs while enforcing customer-set guardrails, approvals and human oversight. A forum demonstration showed agents handling tasks across multiple companies and products but escalating consequential compliance and transportation decisions to people.
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US Wildlife Sites Welcome Visitors
Lifestyle
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Family-friendly wildlife outings range from Montpelier’s annual fall open house, with hayrides and nature activities, to close-up animal encounters at Georgia’s Hope Ranch Zoo. Other options include free-admission animal farms and sanctuaries in New York and Missouri’s Powder Valley nature center, which offers wildlife exhibits, trails and hands-on activities.
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‘More Dangerous Than Drugs’: Bill Gates Warns Of Risks Posed By Artificial Intelligence
Jillian Butler · 4 min · 15h
Fire Departments Hold, Plan Safety Open Houses
Lifestyle
— Oct 3, 2026
Fire departments in El Centro, Kenora, Woodlawn, Champaign and Syracuse used community open houses to connect residents with firefighters through station tours, hands-on activities and emergency demonstrations. The events emphasized practical prevention, including working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, household fire preparedness and safer charging of lithium-ion batteries.
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Soccer vs American Football
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.
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Girls in Aviation events span three cities
Business
— Oct 2, 2026
Girls in Aviation Day events in North Texas, West Virginia and Manila used hands-on activities, aircraft tours and conversations with women in the field to encourage girls to pursue aviation and aerospace careers. Organizers and industry leaders said early exposure and role models can help address women’s continued underrepresentation in aviation and technical roles.
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Doha plans millennium-spanning Chinese ceramics exhibition
Lifestyle
— Sep 30, 2026
Ceramics are presented as enduring links between cultural heritage and exchange: Bien Hoa pottery connects Dong Nai with Hanoi, while Korean artist Young Shin Kim combines traditional techniques with Hangul in a California exhibition. In Qatar, an upcoming show traces more than a millennium of Chinese ceramics and maritime trade, echoing scholars’ view of porcelain as tangible evidence of ancient global connections.
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Seligman Ventures Doubles Deployable Capital to $1 Billion
Tech
— Sep 28, 2026
Seligman Ventures doubled its deployable capital from $500 million to $1 billion less than a year after launch, after investing in more than 14 companies focused on AI infrastructure, data-center hardware and cybersecurity. The firm plans to keep investing across early- and later-stage startups and says its hands-on approach, including board representation, will help it support companies and manage risk.
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Chris Dalton
It's impressive they raised that much so fast for AI and cybersecurity plays.
Susan Sarandon Among Dozens Detained at Netanyahu UN Protest
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— Sep 24, 2026
Susan Sarandon, 79, was photographed in handcuffs as police detained dozens near the U.N. on Sept. 24 ahead of Netanyahu's address; Hannah Einbinder was also held.
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Priya Raman
Detaining dozens outside the UN ahead of the speech just draws more attention to the demonstrators.
Books
Why a climber feels most alive mid-pitch, not at the summit
Pager studies found people report more flow during structured work than unstructured leisure—yet still say they would rather be elsewhere.
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League-leading Nashville beats Toronto FC 2-0
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— Sep 24, 2026
Short-handed Toronto FC, four points outside the Eastern Conference playoff places, faced league-leading Nashville SC, which had already clinched a postseason berth and was unbeaten at home. Nashville took an early lead through Hany Mukhtar as Toronto sought to halt a two-game losing streak.
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How to whistle with your fingers
Lifestyle
— Sep 26, 2026
For beginners who need a hands-free call that cuts through noise at the park or on a trail.
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Elena Vasquez
Finally learned how to do this properly after years of failed attempts in the woods.
State Museum Shifts Programs to Harrisburg Library During Renovations
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— Sep 14, 2026
While The State Museum of Pennsylvania remains closed for a major renovation through early 2029, it is extending access to its programs by partnering with the Dauphin County Library System to bring hands-on history, art, and science sessions to the George & Hettie Love Memorial Library for pre-K through second graders this fall. The 45-minute, noon sessions cover daily life in Revolutionary Pennsylvania, William Penn’s birthday celebrations, the Eastern wild turkey, and the Eastern hemlock, with pre-registration available for each program at 530 S. 29th Street in Harrisburg.
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Ryan Hanafin Charged in Fatal Mother’s Shooting
World
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Authorities are searching for 22-year-old Ryan Hanafin as a person of interest after his mother, 49-year-old Andria Hanafin, was found fatally shot in their Reading home. Police say he may be armed and dangerous and may be driving a black Dodge Charger last seen near Tewksbury; his firearms license has been suspended.
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Mets' Soto exits after hand injury, X-rays negative
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— Sep 26, 2026
Mets' Juan Soto exits 7-1 win after right-hand HBP; X-rays negative. Green: "He got squared up on his hand pretty good." Unsure for Sunday finale.
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Sam Okafor
At least the Mets won big but they need Soto in the lineup.
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‘Put His 5-Year-Old In Danger’: Mullin Clashes With Margaret Brennan Over ICE Shooting Of Criminal Illegal
Jillian Butler · 4 min · 16h
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