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Olivia Rodrigo and Jonas Brothers Top 2026 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour — Sep 25, 2026iHeartMedia set the 2026 Jingle Ball Tour for Dec. 1-17 across nine cities with Olivia Rodrigo, Jonas Brothers and others; Capital One presale begins Sept. 29.

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Maya Lindstrom The presale starts on the 29th, so I need to make sure I set a reminder to get tickets early.

Yom Kippur Blogs Explore Jonah, Ethics, CommunityLifestyle — Sep 16, 2026Across these pieces, writers explore Jonah and Yom Kippur from multiple angles: one argues Jonah embodies human growth and a deviation from divine constancy, another discusses the ethical use of lotteries in life-and-death crises within Halakha, and others examine Jewish resilience and internal/external challenges from Grimsby’s small community to contemporary antisemitism.

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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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‘Home Improvement’ Star Jonathan Taylor Thomas Arrested After Traffic Stop — Sep 24, 2026Jonathan Taylor Thomas, best known for playing Randy Taylor on “Home Improvement,” was arrested Monday in Westlake Village, California, after authorities accused him of obstructing… — by Andrew Powell

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Maya Lindstrom Westlake Village arrests like this rarely lead to much unless there's more to it.

Jonathan Taylor Thomas detained after California traffic stop — Sep 23, 2026Passenger Jonathan Taylor Thomas was booked for suspected felony resisting after a 12:30 a.m. Westlake Village DUI stop, then released; sources say he left the car against orders.

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Maya Lindstrom Leaving the car against police orders during a DUI stop was a dumb move no matter who was driving.

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.

Jonathan Karl, Scalise Spar Over Media Ban — Sep 20, 2026House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) defended President Donald Trump’s ban on three news organizations from the White House, which led to a war of words with ABC’s Jonathan… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Tom Gallagher Both men came off looking defensive in that exchange instead of addressing the actual issues.

Jonathan Alder Girls Soccer Routs Kenton Ridge 10-0 — Sep 11, 2026Two women's soccer matches highlighted dominant performances: Texas Tech's boxscore shows multiple goals from Kaitlyn Giametta and others in a win over Kent State, while Jonathan Alder's Kennedy McGrath propelled a 10-0 rout of Kenton Ridge to top the Kenton Trail Division standings.

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Derek Foss Kennedy McGrath clearly carried the team in that 10-0 blowout over Kenton Ridge.

Timberwolves, Bucks Set for Preseason Opener — 5dMinnesota opens its preseason against Milwaukee with a reshaped roster, giving the Timberwolves an early chance to build chemistry and test how LaMelo Ball fits alongside Anthony Edwards and Jonathan Kuminga alongside Rudy Gobert. The pairings bring both promise and questions about playing style, spacing and roles, making the preseason a useful first look at whether the new lineup can come together.

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Albuquerque Fiesta Holds Special Shapes RodeoLifestyle — 2dBalloon festivals in Albuquerque and Japan are showcasing mass ascensions, international pilots, special-shaped balloons and evening glow events, with flights subject to weather. Albuquerque’s program also features a first: Jonathan Trappe’s planned flight using a 94-balloon helium cluster.

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Kuminga Appears to Threaten Fan Over Nickname — 1dA video shows Timberwolves forward Jonathan Kuminga threatening to find and slap a fan who shouted a vulgar nickname at him as he left after a preseason loss. The fan later said the remark was a joke and that he still supports Kuminga.

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Kern Water Leaders to Receive Annual AwardsEnvironment — 3dA California-Nevada program is reducing sediment and nutrients entering Lake Tahoe to restore its celebrated clarity, while Kern County water leaders Kristina Budak and Jonathan Parker are being recognized for their public-service and infrastructure contributions. Other water-related efforts include California’s recognition of water-sector workers and a Battery Park City art project prompting community engagement with climate resilience.

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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

Arkansas Moves Senate Special Election to Dec. 15 — 4dArkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders moved the special election for the vacant State Senate District 18 seat from Jan. 5, 2027, to Dec. 15, 2026, after only one candidate per party filed, allowing an earlier election under state law. Republican Will Moore, Democrat Camille Feyen and two independent candidates are running to succeed Jonathan Dismang, who resigned; the winner will serve through January 2029.

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No. 3 Notre Dame beats UNC 37-26, reaches 5-0 — 6dNo. 3 Notre Dame beat UNC 37-26 to reach 5-0 after a 98-yard kickoff return made it 21-20 and freshman Jonaz Walton ran for 120 yards.

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Tom Gallagher Notre Dame's special teams and that freshman running back carried them to 5-0.

Trump Rallies Ohio in Tight Senate Race — 6dOutside Trump's Vandalia rally, 19-year-old Jonathan Smith held a sign reading "Where are my lower gas prices?" as the president stumped for Sen. Jon Husted.

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Marcus Bell Brown has a point about wealthy interests but Husted seems more likely to actually deliver results for regular workers.

Panthers Place Jonathon Brooks on Injured ReserveSports — Sep 22, 2026

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The grammar gatekeeper testQuizie — QuizTwelve spelling and grammar traps that catch almost everyone. Pass, and the AI knights you. Fail, and it's gentle about it. Mostly.

Pope Appoints Saporito Bishop of Metuchen — Sep 15, 2026Pope Leo XIV has appointed Auxiliary Bishop Michael A. Saporito of Newark as the new Bishop of Metuchen, filling the diocese’s vacancy since November 2025 when the former bishop moved to become Coadjutor Archbishop of New Orleans. Saporito, a Newark native with three decades of North Jersey ministry and experience as an auxiliary bishop, previously led evangelization initiatives and will now lead a diocese that has been administrated by Very Rev. Jonathan Toborowsk since Checchio’s departure.

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Maddie Font Announces Pregnancy With Baby Girl After March Miscarriage — Sep 16, 2026Maddie Font announced she and husband Jonah Font are expecting their second child, a baby girl, joining their 3-year-old son Forrest as she launches a solo career after leaving Maddie & Tae. The news follows a tough year that included a March miscarriage, after which she reflects on faith and balancing motherhood with her new path in music, while maintaining a close friendship with Tae Kerr.

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Nicole Hardy Her choice to go solo while raising kids shows real commitment, and keeping that bond with Tae is a smart move in country music.

Blackhawks Name 21-Year-Old Bedard Franchise Captain — Sep 15, 2026Chicago named 21-year-old Connor Bedard the 37th captain in Blackhawks history, second-youngest after Jonathan Toews, on a long-term $75 million deal.

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Elena Vasquez Youngest captain in the league is a bold move for a rebuild, but I worry the pressure might weigh on him before the roster is truly competitive.

Rays Sweep Astros, First AL Team to 90 Wins — Sep 13, 2026The Tampa Bay Rays routed the Houston Astros 14-4 to become the first American League team to reach 90 wins, with Jonathan Aranda homering twice and Freddy Peralta tossing five hitless innings. Houston fell to 75-75 and was swept in the series, highlighting the Rays as the AL’s premier team this season.

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Maya Lindstrom The Rays look like the team to beat in the AL with that kind of offensive outburst and strong pitching.

Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra Welcome Baby Girl Home From NICU After ‘Rollercoaster’ Few MonthsReporting — May 9, 2022After spending more than 100 days in the NICU, Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra’s baby girl is finally home. On Mother’s Day, the new parents posted the exciting news on their Instagram with a photo of them embracing…

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Jonas Salk Gives Away the Polio VaccineGood News — FROM 1955Church bells rang when the polio vaccine was declared safe — and asked who owned the patent, Salk said: 'Could you patent the sun?'

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Camp Rock 3 trailer debuts, reunites Jonas brothers — Jul 21, 2026Disney released the Camp Rock 3 trailer showcasing a mix of new cast members and returning Jonas Brothers, ahead of the Aug. 13 Disney Channel premiere and the following-day Disney+ streaming. The film also marks the rollout of the first single, the soundtrack release on Aug. 14, and a vinyl release later in September, with the project directed by Veronica Rodriguez and produced by Tim Federle among others.

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Camp Rock 3 Cast Expands; Jonas Brothers Return — Aug 11, 2026Demi Lovato will reprise her Mitchie Torres role as a cameo and also serve as an executive producer on Camp Rock 3, joining the Jonas Brothers who return as Connect 3, as the film brings a new generation of campers back to Camp Rock. The movie debuts August 13 on Disney Channel with Disney+ streaming to follow, and the storyline centers on Connect 3 losing an opening act and returning to Camp Rock to discover the next big thing along with Lovato’s return.

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British Prime Minister Responds To President Trump’s Tariff Warnings — Jan 19, 2026In a jaw-dropping letter to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, the U.S. President said he “no longer feels an obligation to think purely of peace”—and he’s tying it all to not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize…

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