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Massive New Mexico Uranium Mining Project Hits Wall Covered In Red Tape — 1dNew Mexico is emerging as a battleground in America’s push to revive domestic uranium production as state and tribal officials fight a proposed project that could produce millions of pounds of nuclear fuel each year.

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Sullivan Becomes Youngest USMNT Goalscorer in Mexico Win — 4dCavan Sullivan, at 17 years and five days, chipped Mexico's keeper to become the youngest USMNT goalscorer ever in a 3-0 U.S. win.

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Marcus Bell The 3-0 win looks even better with Hall and Tillman also finding the net alongside the new record holder.

Hurricane Isaias Targets Florida Panhandle, AlabamaWeather — 4dThe National Hurricane Center is monitoring a broad low-pressure area that may form over the southwestern Gulf of Mexico, with development expected to be slow and a 30% chance of becoming a tropical depression or storm within seven days. It is too early to assess possible Gulf Coast impacts; if a storm forms, it would be named Isaias, in a season that has yet to produce an Atlantic hurricane.

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Voters cite inflation, economy ahead of 2026 midtermsPolitics — 2dInflation and the cost of living are major concerns for voters heading into the midterms, cited by early voters in Ohio and New Mexico and by Latino voters in Pennsylvania. In New Mexico, a poll found inflation was the top issue for one-third of voters, while Pennsylvania voters expressed differing views of the economy and President Trump’s performance.

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Inmate Deaths Under Investigation in New Mexico, OklahomaHealth — 4dAuthorities 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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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.

Mexico politicians weaponize lawsuits against journalists — Sep 28, 2026

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New Mexico tops New Mexico State 42-18 in Rio Grande Rivalry — Sep 26, 2026New Mexico beat New Mexico State 42-18 in the 116th Rio Grande Rivalry after a 21-point third quarter. Coach Jason Eck: "When you bring it down on the bus, the goal is to bring it back on the bus."

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Marcus Bell New Mexico's third quarter surge was exactly what they needed to pull away in this rivalry matchup.

Fa’avae, defense lead New Mexico over UTEP 61-7Sports — Oct 1, 2026Toa Fa’avae has emerged as New Mexico’s starting quarterback after the Lobos moved away from a multi-quarterback rotation, with his running ability helping secure the job. After a promising first game as the sole starter, he is expected to keep developing as a passer while the team works to limit the hits he takes.

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Four killed in wrong-way I-40 crashAuto — 3dFour people, including three Hawaii residents, were killed when a westbound commercial truck crossed the median on Interstate 40 near Gallup, New Mexico, and collided with a passenger car and another truck. Authorities said the wrong-way truck’s driver was responsible; the other truck’s driver was hospitalized and expected to survive.

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Mexico Guard recruits tiny Chihuahua for rescue training — Sep 29, 2026Mexico’s National Guard has welcomed Comando, a 13-month-old Chihuahua and the smallest member of its roughly 350-dog force. He appears at public events and is training for search-and-rescue work, helping challenge assumptions about working dogs and give the Guard a more approachable image.

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Maya Lindstrom Seeing the Guard with a tiny dog like Comando might actually get more people to trust them instead of staying wary.

USMNT Sweeps Window, Beats Canada 1-0 — 2dThe U.S. men’s national team swept its four-match international window, closing with a 1-0 win over Canada after a 3-0 victory over Mexico. The youth-led squad’s strong run under Mauricio Pochettino builds momentum ahead of the Concacaf Nations League quarterfinals in November.

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

FDA Finds Cyclospora at Mexican Outbreak-Linked Sites — 5dFDA found Cyclospora in a wastewater tank and drainage ditch at Taylor Farms Mexico sites linked to an outbreak that sickened nearly 13,000, and closed its probe.

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Marcus Bell Taylor Farms Mexico clearly had poor sanitation if the parasite reached a drainage ditch and made 13,000 people sick.

Army tests counter-drone tech with 21 firmsWorld — 3dThe U.S. Army is testing sensors, lasers, interceptor drones and other counter-drone systems in Arizona as reported cartel-linked drone activity rises along the U.S.-Mexico border. Officials say the largely commercial aircraft are used for surveillance and smuggling support; the military reports 378 incursions in 30 days and 11 drones downed since August.

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Polls report Shapiro, Democrats, Labour leading racesPolitics — 3dPolling shows Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro leading Republican challenger Stacy Garrity by 21 points, while a national survey found more voters identify as Democrats or lean Democratic than Republican. In New Mexico, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham and President Trump both received more unfavorable than favorable ratings.

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Travel Guides Highlight Scenic Escapes, City ToursLifestyle — 4dRobert Redford’s legacy remains connected to places across the American West, from Boulder, soon to host the Sundance Film Festival, to landscapes in Montana, Utah and New Mexico that shaped his life and films. These destinations offer travelers a way to experience the settings behind his work and passions.

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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.

Tyler Adams Reclaims USMNT Captaincy for 2030 Cycle — 5dPochettino named Tyler Adams USMNT captain on Oct. 2, 2026, for the 2030 cycle, 16 hours before USA-Mexico; Adams returns to the role he held as youngest 2022 World Cup captain.

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Priya Raman Naming him captain hours before Mexico shows Pochettino wants steady leadership right away.

New Mexico jury finds Meta misled residents on data sharing and moderation — Sep 25, 2026A New Mexico jury found Meta committed more than 43 million Unfair Practices Act violations over data-sharing and moderation claims; Judge Mathew will set penalties.

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Maya Lindstrom Meta needs to pay big fines for misleading millions of users on data sharing like that.

Oracle Seeks Force Majeure Protection for $165B New Mexico Data Center — Sep 24, 2026Oracle sent Blue Owl a force majeure notice on its $165B New Mexico Project Jupiter campus, seeking delayed payments if the 2028 opening slips.

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Priya Raman If regulators keep slowing it down then force majeure might be the only way Oracle protects itself from endless delays.

Mexico-U.S. trade talks postponed over Xi visit and G20 schedule — Sep 24, 2026Xi arrived at Andrews to a military band, cannons and a B-1 bomber overhead as Mexico and the U.S. postponed their fourth trade round, possibly to October.

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Sam Okafor Postponing the Mexico trade talks for Xi's visit and the G20 is understandable, but they need to reschedule quickly to avoid bigger delays.

Hurricane Rachel weakens, remains major off Baja — 6dHurricane Rachel reached Category 3 strength off Mexico’s Pacific coast, where it was moving slowly westward and was forecast to remain offshore. Authorities warned of dangerous surf and rip currents, heavy rain, and possible landslides and flooding in several coastal states.

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Marcus Bell Glad it's staying offshore, but those rip currents could still cause real problems for swimmers.

Mega Millions Jackpot Rises to $321 MillionLifestyle — Sep 30, 2026Lottery results were reported for Sept. 29, 2026, draw games in New Mexico, Washington, California, Oregon and Tennessee. The Washington and Tennessee reports also explain how winners can claim prizes.

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JD Sports to Enter Mexico via Franchise With Over 140 Stores From 2027 — Sep 21, 2026JD Sports will open more than 140 stores in Mexico from 2027 via a long-term franchise with Grupo Axo.

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Rachel Meyers Grupo Axo partnering on 140 stores feels like a smart way for JD to test the market without full ownership risk.

Tropical Storm Polo Forms Off Mexico With Rapid Strengthening Forecast — Sep 21, 2026NHC forecasts Tropical Storm Polo, at 40 mph off southwestern Mexico, could reach major-hurricane intensity by midweek.

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Nicole Hardy Parallel track means the surf and flooding risks will linger for days along that stretch of shoreline.

Polo Expected to Reach Category 5 Near Mexico — Sep 21, 2026Hurricane Polo, a Category 1 storm at 80 mph Monday off Mexico, is forecast by the NHC to possibly hit Category 5 at 160 mph by late Tuesday.

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Tom Gallagher Residents along the coast need to secure their homes before Tuesday.