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Jury Awards Hughes $850,002 Against Former NASCAR Driver — Sep 28, 2026A Davidson County jury awarded Tracey Hughes $850,002 after finding former NASCAR driver Jennifer Jo Cobb liable for alienation of affection and criminal conversation over an alleged affair with Hughes’ husband. Cobb denies the allegations and says she will continue to challenge the verdict; post-trial motions and an appeal remain possible.

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Erik Jones re-signs with Legacy Motor Club through 2027 — Sep 27, 2026Erik Jones locked in a multi-year extension to stay in Legacy Motor Club's No. 43 through 2027 as Josh Berry and Riley Herbst join the team.

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Chris Dalton Jones sticking around through 2027 gives the team some much needed continuity with the new additions.

New Jersey Lottery Launches Bon Jovi Scratch-Offs — 2dJon Bon Jovi and New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill launched the $5 “Jersey Legend” scratch-off tickets at JBJ Soul Kitchen in Red Bank. Bon Jovi said he will donate his fee to the JBJ Soul Foundation to help fund a new community kitchen in Monmouth County.

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US Jobless Claims Fall Fifth Straight Week — 4hU.S. initial jobless claims fell by 2,000 to 197,000 last week, below forecasts and marking a fifth consecutive weekly decline. The figures point to persistently low layoffs and a tight, low-hire, low-fire labor market, though continuing claims rose, suggesting some unemployed workers may be taking longer to find jobs.

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Priya Raman A low hire low fire setup keeps unemployment numbers steady but it also limits opportunities for people trying to switch jobs.

Taylor Swift walks on during Dakota Johnson’s SNL monologue — 3dTaylor Swift surprised Dakota Johnson on her third SNL hosting night, October 3, 2026, correcting the therapist joke and later bringing a birthday cake.

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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.

Fantasy Analysts Eye Josh Hart as Knicks Value Pick for 2026-27 — 6dNBA fantasy coverage is highlighting draft values and changing player outlooks, including Josh Hart’s potential value and Onyeka Okongwu’s boosted role after a rookie’s season-ending injury. Other previews examine aging stars’ expected production, league trends such as renewed emphasis on offensive rebounding, and early favorites for Clutch Player of the Year, including Jalen Brunson, Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic.

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Dana Whitfield Brunson deserves the edge for clutch honors given how often he closes out tight games.

“I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.” — John 15:11, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 198 — Oct 1, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Verity World Premiere Draws Hathaway, Johnson — Sep 28, 2026The film adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s psychological thriller Verity, starring Anne Hathaway, Dakota Johnson and Josh Hartnett, opens in theaters October 2. It follows a writer hired to finish an incapacitated novelist’s series who uncovers a disturbing manuscript, and one review calls the mystery engrossing but frustratingly ambiguous.

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Tyson Fury jokes he's bald and fat as Joshua agrees at London presser — Sep 30, 2026Tyson Fury called himself awkwardly built and bald at a London press conference with Anthony Joshua, who agreed, before Fury teased him, prompting laughter ahead of their Cardiff fight.

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Dakota Johnson Discusses Truth in ‘Verity’ — Sep 25, 2026Dakota Johnson says the psychological thriller “Verity,” adapted from Colleen Hoover’s novel, explores how difficult it can be to know whom to trust. The story follows a writer who uncovers disturbing secrets at a reclusive author’s estate, leaving audiences to question who is telling the truth and who is the villain; Anne Hathaway and Josh Hartnett also star.

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Rangers’ Josh Jung Suffers Right-Hand Fracture After Being Hit by Pitch — Sep 26, 2026Josh Jung fractured the fifth metacarpal in his right hand on an HBP from Joe Ryan; Rangers fall 10-2 with two games left.

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Sam Okafor The Rangers could have used Jung's bat down the stretch after falling 10-2 like that.

New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Supercomputer Projects Josh Allen as 2026 MVP FavoriteSports — Sep 16, 2026A CSB supercomputer projection puts Josh Allen as the presumptive 2026 NFL MVP favorite at 19.3%, ahead of Lamar Jackson and Joe Burrow. Week 2 previews highlight Chiefs dealing with key injuries while leaning on a run-heavy approach, Kenneth Walker as a high-ceiling fantasy RB, Cincinnati’s defense showing improved form, and ongoing narratives around Deshaun Watson’s betting odds and Kyler Murray’s concussion status alongside Ja’Marr Chase’s knee recovery.

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Angels Hand Mariners First Losing Season Since 2019 — Sep 15, 2026Angels pitcher Ryan Johnson delivered six strong innings to beat the Mariners 2-1, with Josh Lowe supplying the go-ahead homer as Johnson continued to stake his claim in the Angels’ rotation, boasting a 2.03 ERA over his last eight starts. Seattle’s playoff hopes dimmed as the loss marked another setback for a Mariners team that has struggled to support its pitching and remained in a tenuous position in the standings.

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Derek Foss Mariners offense keeps letting their pitching down at the worst possible time this season.

Joanna Gaines describes Magnolia sabbatical taken after soul weariness — Sep 11, 2026Joanna Gaines said she and Chip paused Magnolia for three months after nearly 25 years of building the brand due to soul weariness and a loss of vision, a break that cost them but helped reignite their purpose and clarify why they’re building the business. She now emphasizes early burnout awareness as a daily discipline to refocus and sustain Magnolia, recounting the sabbatical on Hoda Kotb’s Joy 101 podcast.

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Bills QB Josh Allen says fatherhood reshapes his football goals — Sep 11, 2026Josh Allen says becoming a father has given his NFL journey a deeper reason beyond personal success, shaping a 2026 season focused on family and legacy. As he gears up for Week 1 against the Houston Texans, he discusses the challenge of Houston’s defense and his renewed motivation to perform for his daughter Harper and wife Hailee Steinfeld.

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Chris Dalton It's inspiring how fatherhood has shifted Allen's focus toward legacy and family instead of just stats.

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.

Earthquakes, Dynamo Set for Western Conference Clash — Sep 11, 2026The San Jose Earthquakes host the Houston Dynamo in a Western Conference clash as both teams push for momentum after tight recent results, with San Jose showing improved form following a rough stretch and Houston aiming to rebound from uneven results. The teams drew 0-0 in their last meeting, and the matchup remains key in the standings as they jockey for position in the West.

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Derek Foss These two always play cagey matches and another low scoring draw would not surprise me at all.

Hong Kong court convicts Wall Street Journal publisher of blocking reporter union role — Sep 10, 2026A Hong Kong court convicted Dow Jones Publishing Co (Asia) Inc, publisher of The Wall Street Journal, of deterring reporter Selina Cheng from taking a leadership role in the city’s press union, while acquitting it of unlawfully firing her. The ruling highlights ongoing concerns about press freedom in Hong Kong amid pressures on the media landscape and union activity.

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Rachel Meyers The court rightly punished the interference with union duties, but acquitting on the firing leaves too many questions about how reporters are treated.

Tech Giant Joins Forces With Startup To Develop New AI Model For Healthcare — 6hNvidia is now teaming up with Abridge to develop a new artificial intelligence model for healthcare, The Wall Street Journal first reported Thursday.

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Tech Giant Joins Forces With Startup To Develop New AI Model For Healthcare — 8hNvidia is now teaming up with Abridge to develop a new artificial intelligence model for healthcare, The Wall Street Journal first reported Thursday.

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Chris Dalton It makes sense for Nvidia to expand into healthcare since their chips already power so much data work.

Seahawks Add Robert Henry, Waive AJ Finley — 2dThe Seattle Seahawks signed running back Robert Henry Jr. off the Washington Commanders’ practice squad to bolster a backfield depleted by injuries. Henry, an undrafted rookie who impressed in college and preseason, joins a group also reinforced by veteran Joe Mixon.

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Four Ravens Join Trump at $3.7B Investment Event — 1dPresident Donald Trump recognized four Baltimore Ravens players at a Baltimore County event promoting Anduril Industries’ planned $3.7 billion submarine-components facility, which is expected to create more than 3,100 jobs. The players’ appearance and Trump’s greetings to injured quarterback Lamar Jackson sparked online debate, with some fans calling it a jinx and others defending the players’ attendance.

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Tech Giant Joins Forces With Startup To Develop New AI Model For Healthcare — 10hNvidia is now teaming up with Abridge to develop a new artificial intelligence model for healthcare, The Wall Street Journal first reported Thursday.

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Jared Kim It is good to see focus on tools that could cut down on paperwork so doctors spend more time actually treating people.

Jamal Murray Starts Nuggets Preseason GameSports — 3dJamal Murray is set to start against Utah in Denver’s preseason rematch, while Spencer Jones is day-to-day with a hamstring strain that could keep him out of several preseason games. The Nuggets are also weighing roster and lineup questions: salary-cap constraints and limited preseason minutes could hurt Lonnie Walker IV’s bid for a roster spot, and Cam Johnson—not Christian Braun—is identified as the starter most at risk of being demoted.

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Tech Giant Joins Forces With Startup To Develop New AI Model For Healthcare — 11hNvidia is now teaming up with Abridge to develop a new artificial intelligence model for healthcare, The Wall Street Journal first reported Thursday.

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Chris Dalton Smaller hospitals could benefit if the new model ends up being affordable and not locked to big systems.