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Two Iowa Shooting Suspects Face Attempted-Murder ChargesWorld — 1dAndrew Tanaka, 27, faces four counts of attempted murder after authorities say he fired at multiple vehicles on Interstate 35 in Warren County, injuring a driver; he also faces a weapons-intimidation charge. In a separate Des Moines shooting, 18-year-old Jayshawn Woods Crawford was charged with attempted murder after a 23-year-old man was shot multiple times near Court Avenue and remains hospitalized.

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How to find a wall studLifestyle — Sep 27, 2026For anyone hanging shelves or art who needs the solid wood behind drywall so the fasteners hold.

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Sam Okafor Using a stud finder is fine but nothing beats the old fashioned knock method for accuracy.

Idaho Stuns No. 1 Montana State, 35-34 — 5dIdaho stunned top-ranked Montana State 35-34 on Joshua Wood’s touchdown pass as time expired and his successful two-point run, handing the Bobcats their first loss in 19 games. The upset was Idaho’s first win of the season and its first-ever victory over a No. 1-ranked team; Montana State was without several injured starters.

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Priya Raman Idaho's last second score and two point run was the perfect way to end their winless streak against the top team.

Wood Defends Bitcoin After $40M ARK ETF Sale — Sep 19, 2026Days after ARK sold roughly $40 million in spot Bitcoin ETF shares, Cathie Wood told Jason Calacanis Bitcoin "is not a dead cat" and "has many lives ahead."

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Priya Raman The forty million dollar sale might just be routine rebalancing and does not change the long term case for holding.

Mark Wood retires from England after knee injury ends Ashes comeback — Sep 22, 2026England fast bowler Mark Wood has retired from international cricket after a 11-year England career highlighted by two World Cup titles and 253 wickets, with medical advice ruling out Tests and ODIs due to ongoing knee and other injuries. The 36-year-old last played in late 2025 in the Perth Ashes series, famed for his pace and resilience that defined England's pace attack.

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Dana Whitfield The knee issues sound too limiting for Tests or ODIs now. Fair enough to step away after 11 solid years.

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.

Woman charged with neglect after leaving child in car following crash — Sep 21, 2026Sydni Healy, 31, left a child unrestrained in a crashed car, hid in nearby woods, showed impairment on sobriety tests, and is held on $50,000 bond for child neglect.

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Elena Vasquez She had no excuse for leaving the child alone and unrestrained in that wrecked car.

No. 22 SMU Expected to Host Missouri State — Sep 20, 2026SMU hosts Missouri State for an extended homestand and aims to clean up turnovers and tightening run defense after a 2-1 start and a setback, led by quarterback Kevin Jennings. Missouri State travels to No. 22 SMU for Week 4, with coach Casey Woods previewing the road test against a ranked opponent after opening 1-2.

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South Sudan School Roof Restored for 701 ChildrenBusiness — Sep 21, 2026The relevant articles explain that homeowners should assess roof condition before investing in replacement: proper inspections can identify ventilation issues, guide choices suited to local hazards, and determine whether repairs can protect property value as effectively as a new roof. A separate religious-law article clarifies that completed vessels such as intact furniture cannot be used as sukkah roofing, while dismantled wood may be permitted; unrelated franchise and school-restoration stories are omitted.

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Belmont Park reopens after $555M rebuildSports — Sep 18, 2026Belmont Park reopened after a multi-year, roughly $550 million reconstruction that modernizes the venue with a smaller, glass-fronted grandstand, new racing surfaces, and expanded paddock space, as New York gears up for a return of the Belmont Stakes in 2027. The opening drew a capacity crowd and a first win for Lisa Joy with jockey Antonio Fresu, while fans and officials balanced excitement for the era-altering redesign with nostalgia for the old track as they anticipate major events like the Wood Memorial and Breeders’ Cup to help redefine New York racing.

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Trump Showcases Relationships With Golf’s Top Pros — Sep 13, 2026President Donald Trump spends weekends at his Doonbeg resort in Ireland watching the Irish Open and pursuing his well-known golf passion—playing, designing courses, and building—while highlighting his friendships with top pro golfers such as Rory McIlroy, Tiger Woods, Bryson DeChambeau, and Scottie Scheffler. He frequently praises these players, shares photos with them on social media, and has invited some to the White House as part of his ongoing golf network.

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Elena Vasquez Inviting pros such as Scottie Scheffler to the White House is a solid way to celebrate golf's top talent.

Lamar Defeats Idaho 23-17, Leaves Vandals 0-3 — Sep 12, 2026Lamar held off Idaho 23-17 to stay unbeaten in the matchup, with Aiden McCown accounting for a passing and rushing score as the Cardinals built a 20-3 halftime lead, while Idaho’s Joshua Wood threw for 205 yards and ran for a touchdown but the Vandals struggled on fourth downs. Idaho’s defense showed improvement but the offense stalled early, and with Lamar ranked No. 14 and Idaho eyeing a next game against Abilene Christian, pre-game notes highlighted Lamar’s strong defense and the ongoing search for Idaho’s first win.

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Rachel Meyers Lamar's early lead and McCown's dual scores made the difference, but Idaho has to fix those fourth down stops before facing Abilene Christian.

Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

Mariska Hargitay Hosts Emmys After 15 Years as Widow’s Bay Wins Eight — Sep 13, 2026The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards will feature a broad presenter lineup on NBC and Peacock, with Mariska Hargitay hosting and stars like Matthew McConaughey, Shailene Woodley, Woody Harrelson, Jamie Lee Curtis, Sofía Vergara, and Baywatch reboot stars set to appear, alongside a tribute moment for Buffy the Vampire Slayer’s 30th and Charlie’s Angels’ 50th anniversaries and Noah Kahan performing in the In Memoriam. Executive producers include Jesse Collins, Dionne Harmon, Jeannae Rouzan-Clay, and Hargitay, with the ceremony scheduled to air Sept. 14 from the Peacock Theater on NBC and Peacock.

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Brewers’ Woodruff Hopes for World Series Return — 4dBrewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff, sidelined since July with a shoulder injury and left off the NL Division Series roster, is working toward a possible return if Milwaukee reaches the World Series. He is not expected to be ready for the next round and still must clear several throwing and recovery steps, leaving a comeback uncertain and potentially risky.

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Nicole Hardy If he needs more throwing sessions before being cleared then Milwaukee might have to go without him no matter how far they advance.

Jefferson-Wooden runs 21.47 for fourth-fastest 200m time and victory — Sep 13, 2026Melissa Jefferson-Wooden ran 21.47, the fourth-fastest 200m in history, to win in Budapest and complete the 100-200 double for $300,000.

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Marcus Bell Jefferson-Wooden's 21.47 with that headwind looks like a real statement ahead of the LA Olympics.

Archaeologists Remove Seven Coffins at North Dakota Governor’s ResidenceScience — 2dArchaeologists removed seven coffins containing human remains and an unidentified wooden box from grounds near North Dakota’s governor’s residence, the site of Bismarck’s first cemetery. Researchers will catalog the finds through early 2027, with reburial expected at a local cemetery; DNA testing is not planned.

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The Big FiveQuizie — QuizThe personality model scientists actually use — five traits, twenty questions, your real percentages, and an AI read of what your mix means.

Fire Departments Hold, Plan Safety Open HousesLifestyle — 3dFire 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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Inmate Deaths Under Investigation in New Mexico, OklahomaHealth — 3dAuthorities are investigating the deaths of two jail inmates: 31-year-old Michael Gabriel Lujan in Curry County, New Mexico, and 47-year-old Lloyd Woodson Smith in Oklahoma County. Both men were found unresponsive in their cells and died after being taken to hospitals; the circumstances of each death remain under investigation.

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Congo River Collision Kills 30-Plus, Dozens Missing — 2dAt least 30 were killed and dozens remain missing after two motorised wooden boats collided on the Congo River; a witness said passengers were trapped underwater as one vessel sank.

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Arabian Crown Wins Canadian International by 3¾ Lengths — 3dArabian Crown won the Grade 1 Canadian International at Woodbine by 3¾ lengths in his North American debut, Godolphin’s record fifth win in the race.

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Jared Kim Arabian Crown's big margin on debut makes him look like a serious contender for bigger targets next year.

Searchers Find Wreck, Remains Near Block IslandWorld — Sep 26, 2026A powerful nor’easter exposed a waterlogged wooden fragment on Nantucket’s south shore that is believed to be from the Warren Sawyer, a schooner wrecked near the island in 1884. Earlier debris from the area was linked to the ship, though researchers have noted evidence gaps that prevent a definitive identification of the newly surfaced piece.

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McConaughey says Harrelson snuck through window and slept in his bed — Sep 27, 2026On a Norway glacier, Matthew McConaughey told Bear Grylls that Woody Harrelson has snuck through his bedroom window unannounced and ended up in bed between him and Camila Alves.

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McConaughey-Harrelson Series Debuts Worldwide on Apple TV — Sep 23, 2026Apple TV’s 10-episode comedy “Brothers,” starring Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson as fictionalized versions of themselves, turns the long-running half-brother rumor into a family-centered story while drawing on the actors’ real friendship. The pair have joked about the rumor’s plausibility and stressed that the show’s invented plots are not a factual account of their lives.

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Joe Cool Snoopy Balloon Set for 100th Parade — Sep 15, 2026Macy's unveiled a new Joe Cool and Woodstock balloon to celebrate the 100th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, highlighting Snoopy’s enduring Peanuts legacy. Coverage across outlets includes previews and video of the debut across New York.

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Five Earthquakes Recorded Across California, NevadaWeather — Sep 12, 2026A string of preliminary earthquakes measuring 2.1 to 2.9 magnitude shook California and nearby Nevada this weekend, with events near Julian, Woodside, Silver Springs, Willits and Cobb at shallow depths. USGS urges residents to report felt events and follows standard safety guidance to drop, cover and hold on during shaking.

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