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PWHL Expansion Teams Unveil City-Inspired Inaugural Jerseys
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The PWHL’s four expansion teams—Detroit, Hamilton, Las Vegas and San Jose—unveiled inaugural home and away jerseys featuring city-inspired colors and each city’s name across the front. Team names and logos will be revealed before the 2026–27 season and added to uniforms for the following season.
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Nature-Inspired Art Exhibitions Span Five Locations
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Museums and galleries in Scotland, Arizona, Florida, Michigan and Cape Cod are showcasing art inspired by nature, from coastal paintings and botanical works to handcrafted pieces made with natural materials. Exhibits also invite visitors to study or sketch specimens and feature outdoor paintings shaped by changing landscapes, light and weather.
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Upcoming Los Angeles Events Include Bridge Centennial, Arts
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Ananda Hair Studio will host a 1960s-inspired evening in Asheville featuring local artists and stylists, with proceeds supporting Asheville GreenWorks and River Arts District Artists.
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Restaurant openings, events span five cities
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Seattle’s Good Voyage has reinvented itself as a French-inspired bistro, where chef Max Walsh’s nose-to-tail approach turns duck offal and scraps into popular dishes. Separately, Birmingham’s Big Rock Italian Chophouse has introduced weekday happy-hour deals, while a new Portuguese restaurant has opened in Bunnell.
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US Deficit Approaching Grim Milestone — But News Met With Crickets From Lawmakers
Nicole Silverio · 2 min · 1h
Black Voices Preserve History Across Communities
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Across Florida, California and North Carolina, educators, archivists and artists are creating ways to preserve Black history and examine race—from Marvin Dunn’s Florida history tours and textbook to a UCSB conference on Black resistance and a showcase of Black storytellers. A novel inspired by a school tour of Huckleberry Finn also explores racial representation and the case against censoring challenging literature.
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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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Maine Mural, Brighton Meditation Photos Join St. Louis Ocean Show
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Artists are bringing ocean-inspired public art to audiences through Dan Nielsen’s mural at Boothbay Harbor’s former Strand Theater site, Eva Kalpadaki’s seafront photography exhibition in Brighton, and Rommie Martinez’s immersive, conservation-themed Pop Art show in St. Louis. The projects invite community engagement while exploring the sea’s beauty, personal meaning and protection.
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Gilgeous-Alexander Says Westbrook Has More Left
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander praised Russell Westbrook’s impact on Oklahoma City, calling him the foundation of the Thunder and an enduring inspiration to the city and the game. Gilgeous-Alexander said Westbrook’s retirement came sooner than expected and that he seemed to have more left to give, while stressing that Westbrook’s legacy in Oklahoma City may be unmatched.
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Restaurants Bring Back Fall Pumpkin Menus
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Ruby Sunshine introduced a fall menu featuring its first pasta dish, several pumpkin-inspired foods and drinks, and a $10 weekday breakfast special. Bill Miller Bar-B-Q brought back seasonal favorites including pumpkin pie and vegetable soup, while a Reno cooking segment shared ways to dress up pumpkin bread.
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Publications Spotlight Creatives Across US Cities
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Voyage’s regional profiles spotlight artists, entrepreneurs and community builders across Dallas, Jacksonville, Michigan and Raleigh, sharing how personal passions and life experiences inspired careers and local ventures. Their stories span creative work, health and wellness, food, farming, counseling and wildlife rescue, with recurring themes of resilience and service to others.
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The Conservative Desk
Anthropic shields Claude from cruelty as real risks rise
A new ban on needless abuse of Claude takes effect November 12, formalizing model-welfare research while cyber incidents and weapons rules show where the human stakes still sit.
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Figure gives F.02 robots fiery Terminator farewell in Finland
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California robotics company Figure retired its F.02 humanoid robots by melting them at a Finnish steel foundry, turning the disposal into a dramatic farewell inspired by Arnold Schwarzenegger’s suggestion. Figure said the approach protected proprietary technology and spared engineers from dismantling the machines as it shifts to newer models.
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Ravens Merchandise Highlights Jerseys, Apparel
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The Baltimore Ravens’ official shop features fan apparel ranging from an oversized hoodie and two-pack of crew socks to game jerseys for Olaivavega Ioane and Nate Wiggins. Its alternate jersey collection highlights a purple “Purple Rising” design with iridescent details and Baltimore-inspired imagery.
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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
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The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
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Authors visit schools to inspire young readers
Lifestyle
— Oct 2, 2026
Authors across the U.S. and U.K. are visiting schools to encourage children’s reading through storytelling, performances, drawing, discussion and personal connections to books. Programs range from individual classroom visits to a series of library and school events, with authors also emphasizing imagination, confidence and the value of human connection.
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Lacoste Recasts Sportswear as Sensual Fashion at Paris Week
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Designers unveiled upcoming ready-to-wear collections, including Lacoste creative director Pelagia Kolotouros’s sporty, sweat-inspired take and Spring 2027 presentations from Pressiat, Noir Kei Ninomiya, Lanvin and Marine Serre at Paris Fashion Week. The reports highlight the range of labels on the seasonal runway, though most provide few details about the collections themselves.
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Priya Raman
I wonder if Lanvin's take will stand out next to all these sporty themes this season.
Retro games launch; revivals planned
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Several retro-inspired games are featured: TAITO’s 1980 arcade game Crazy Balloon is being reissued in Arcade Archives 2 with a new time-attack mode, while indie game Fish ’N Frog has launched with 50 levels of block-pushing arcade puzzles. The Vessel is an upcoming puzzle adventure built around controlling two characters at once; the other articles cover an animation-art exhibit and a roundup of game remakes.
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Trump Says Russia Will Ship Millions Of Tons Of Diesel To Bring Down Record Prices
Simon August · 2 min · 2h
McCartney’s Paris Show Spotlights Ocean Threats
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— Sep 30, 2026
Stella McCartney’s Spring/Summer 2027 Paris Fashion Week show paired ocean-inspired designs with a call to protect marine life, condemning overfishing and urging people to see sea creatures as more than food. The animal-free collection also underscored her push for sustainable alternatives and greater investment by luxury brands in responsible materials.
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The grammar gatekeeper test
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Twelve spelling and grammar traps that catch almost everyone. Pass, and the AI knights you. Fail, and it's gentle about it. Mostly.
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World Tourism Day Explores AI Trends and Indian Getaways Ahead of Diwali
Sports
— Sep 26, 2026
A World Tourism Day roundup explores travel trends and inspiration, including destinations to visit before Diwali crowds and two Indian picks on Lonely Planet’s 2027 Best in Travel list.
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Rachel Meyers
Nice to see two Indian destinations on the Lonely Planet list. Might add one to my travel plans for next year.
Seven Tiffany Angel Windows Find Dallas Home
Politics
— Sep 28, 2026
Christian scripture depicts angels as powerful messengers, ranging from awe-inspiring celestial beings to humanlike guides and protectors, posing a challenge for artists seeking to portray them. Louis Comfort Tiffany’s stained-glass work, including a series depicting the seven angels in Revelation, offered a vivid artistic interpretation of these sacred figures.
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Oktoberfest celebrations bring German beer and local twists to Indian cities
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— Sep 28, 2026
Oktoberfest celebrations are spreading across Indian cities, with Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Kolkata venues offering German beers, Bavarian-inspired food and festive events. The coverage highlights locally tailored menus and settings, from Bengaluru’s Indian-fusion dishes to beachfront dining in Mumbai and in-house German-style brews in Kolkata.
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Derek Foss
Mumbai's beachfront setting for Oktoberfest is a smart idea. Nothing beats having a beer by the sea during the celebrations.
Taylor Swift Releases 'Patient Zero' on Toxic Love
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— Sep 25, 2026
Taylor Swift says her new song “Patient Zero,” from the expanded edition of The Life of a Showgirl, was inspired by a friend whose ex’s new girlfriend sought advice about troubling behavior. The song adopts the perspective of someone who has survived a toxic relationship and can recognize its warning signs, offering support to the next person affected.
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Michael Douglas Reveals the Unexpected Way He Used His Father’s Gift
Michael Douglas says his famous father, Kirk Douglas, gave him $10,000 when he was 21 and considered the matter settled — even though the young actor still had two years of college to finish. According to Fox News , the “Basic Instinct” star shared the story Thursday during an appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live,” where he discussed his new memoir, “One Helluva Ride.” Host Jimmy Kimmel pointed out th
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Fulton Sheen Beatified at St. Louis Mass
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— Sep 24, 2026
Archbishop Fulton Sheen was declared blessed at a Mass in St. Louis presided over by Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, who praised his life of faith and care for the poor; Pope Leo XIV set Sheen’s feast day for Dec. 9. Sheen’s 1975 preaching visits to the Philippines and a conference examining how his legacy can inspire Catholics underscored his continuing influence.
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Scott Seeks Presidents Cup Win in 12th Appearance
Sports
— Sep 21, 2026
Australian Adam Scott, at 46, has played in every Presidents Cup since 2003 and remains a central figure for the International Team as they chase their first win, with his longevity and leadership cited by teammates and captain Geoff Ogilvy as a key source of inspiration. The team aims to capitalize on Scott’s experience and the broader veteran-to-young-player bond to finally topple the United States in a competition he has long defined by perseverance.
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Five Rock Hits Drew From Unexpected Personal Inspirations
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— Sep 10, 2026
The five articles trace the enduring legacies of classic songs from the 1960s and 1970s, highlighting personal inspirations and breakout chart success: Shannon by Henry Gross was shaped by a meeting with Carl Wilson over a shared dog and completed quickly after grounding himself with ocean sounds, Winchester Cathedral by The New Vaudeville Band rode a calendar image to a UK top five and a Grammy win, For a Dancer by Jackson Browne emerged from personal loss, Hang On Sloopy by The McCoys became a defining garage-rock hit, and Baby, I Love Your Way by Peter Frampton gained massive popularity after the live Frampton Comes Alive! performance. Together, the pieces emphasize how intimate experiences and live-recorded moments helped these songs achieve lasting cultural resonance.
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Children’s Series Follows Cuban Girl’s First U.S. School and Snow
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— Sep 11, 2026
Author Lourdes Fasani releases the Luli children's book series inspired by a young Cuban immigrant navigating life in America, exploring family, cultural identity, belonging, and resilience for young readers. The stories trace Luli’s experiences—adjusting to a new school, Thanksgiving, a first snowfall, and other milestones—emphasizing compassion and cultural appreciation.
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Sam Okafor
I remember my first snowfall too and this series captures that excitement well for young readers.
Shanna Moakler Regrets Travis Barker Documentary Participation
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— Sep 11, 2026
Shanna Moakler says she regrets participating in ex-husband Travis Barker’s Hulu documentary, believing she wouldn’t be portrayed fairly, a stance she shared during interviews ahead of her upcoming memoir Blink of an Eye. The posts reiterate that she and Barker were married from 2004 to 2008 and share two children, with Moakler aiming to inspire other women through her experiences with trauma and public scrutiny.
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Dana Whitfield
Her memoir sounds like the better way to share what really happened without someone else's editing.
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America’s Bid To Loosen China’s Cobalt Grip Comes With A Green Card Attached
Paris Apodaca · 7 min · 2h
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