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Survey finds 77% of savers favor CDs with one-time rate bump — 3dA Credit One Bank survey of 1,000 U.S. consumers found 77% would be more likely to open a CD with a one-time rate-bump feature.

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Stabbings across towns leave one deadWorld — 4dIn Moose Jaw, two people were charged after separate stabbings at the same downtown location sent victims to hospital; one victim was stabbed multiple times and later released. Elsewhere, a man was hospitalized after a suspected stabbing in Coleraine, while a separate stabbing in Spokane left one person dead and under investigation.

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Lane Johnson Retirement Draws Backlash Over ESPN Remarks — 3dPhiladelphia Eagles tackle Lane Johnson announced his retirement midway through his 14th NFL season, saying he needs to prioritize his mental health and family. A five-time All-Pro and two-time Super Bowl champion, Johnson spent his entire career with Philadelphia and is regarded as one of the greatest players at his position.

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White Sox Seek Game 4 Win After Guardians Rally — 3dThe White Sox bring a 2-0 lead over the Guardians back to Rate Field, one win from reaching the ALCS for the first time since 2005. They can clinch a postseason series at home for the first time since the 1906 World Series, with strong fan demand driving Game 3 tickets to sell out and resale prices sharply higher.

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Shreveport Red River Revel marks 50 yearsLifestyle — 1dShreveport’s Red River Revel is marking its 50th anniversary with a two-weekend celebration of visual art, food and live music, continuing a festival that began as a one-time 1976 bicentennial event and grew into a regional tradition. Vendors, visitors and longtime volunteers describe the Revel as a cherished community gathering.

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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.

Americans Expected to Fall Back November 1Weather — 5dMost Americans are scheduled to turn clocks back one hour on Nov. 1, 2026, while the UK and Ukraine make their seasonal changes earlier in October; Hawaii and most of Arizona do not observe daylight saving time. The Sunday timing allows people and transit systems to adjust with less disruption, while efforts to end the twice-yearly clock change remain unresolved.

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Reuben’s Monaco Tax Residency Dates to 2014Finance — 2dTaxWatch records indicate David Reuben has been resident in Monaco since at least 2014, contradicting reports that his recent departure from his London home was prompted by Britain’s tax changes; his spokesperson confirmed his residency but did not explain his reasons. The case has fueled debate over wealthy people relocating in response to tax policies, as California considers a one-time billionaire levy and officials face the challenge of determining residency and collecting it.

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Trump Announces $90 Payments for Original Medicare Enrollees — Oct 3, 2026Trump announces a one-time $90 payment to about 20.8 million Medicare Part B enrollees in early October from the Medicare Improvement Fund, weeks before the Nov. 3 midterms.

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Chris Dalton Ninety bucks from the improvement fund feels more like election timing than real Medicare help.

Packers’ Tucker Kraft struggles with post-ACL drops — 2dPackers tight end Tucker Kraft is still working back from a torn ACL, with 15 catches, 148 yards and one touchdown through four games while struggling with drops and reduced production. Kraft says he has tried to do too much and needs to focus on catching the ball, while coach Matt LaFleur says recovering players often need time to regain their form; Kraft says his understanding of the game is improving despite the statistics.

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Bereaved Father Interrupts Netanyahu’s October 7 Speech — 5dThe documentary “NAZA,” based on interviews with Israeli soldiers and intelligence officers about the Gaza war, has drawn sharply conflicting assessments. One commentary calls it a powerful indictment of Israel’s military conduct, while another argues that its claims have been challenged and criticizes a New York Times review for overlooking those rebuttals.

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Hawks Lose Preseason Opener After 49-26 QuarterSports — 3dAtlanta opened the preseason with a loss to Memphis after a disastrous 49-26 second quarter exposed defensive problems among the reserves, though the starters were more effective and the team rallied later. The performance raised questions about bench roles and rookie Zuby Ejiofor’s playing time, but reports cautioned against drawing firm conclusions from one game, especially with Lu Dort and other key players unavailable.

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Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

Judge Halts Big Bend Border-Wall ConstructionPolitics — 3dA federal judge has temporarily halted border-wall construction across Texas’ Big Bend region, including its national and state parks, finding that opponents are likely to prevail on at least one claim and could suffer irreparable harm. The ruling gives landowners, residents and environmental groups opposing the $7.5 billion project time to challenge the administration’s legal waivers, while the administration argues the barrier is needed to secure the border.

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Alzheimer’s Programs Expand Caregiver SupportHealth — 4dNew initiatives are expanding dementia support through free, self-paced caregiver education, community programs on Alzheimer’s warning signs and brain health, and research-informed resources for families. The coverage also highlights the strain of caring for a parent while raising children, noting that professional respite can help caregivers manage stress and spend meaningful time with loved ones; exercise may support cognition and overall health but has not been shown here to prevent Alzheimer’s.

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Treasury mails $500 checks to HealthCare.gov enrollees above subsidy threshold — Oct 1, 2026More than 950,000 unsubsidized HealthCare.gov buyers in 30 states get one-time checks drawn from excess user fees, with letters from President Trump returning money the White House says never belonged to Washington.

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Marcus Bell This one-time check from user fees is a start but doesn't fix why healthcare costs keep climbing for everyone.

B-Side Hit and Posthumous Single Earn All-Time Song Rankings — Oct 1, 2026Several classic rock songs continue to earn acclaim on greatest-of-all-time lists: Sanford-Townsend Band’s “Smoke From a Distant Fire” is celebrated as a standout one-hit wonder, while Joy Division’s “Love Will Tear Us Apart,” Rod Stewart’s “Maggie May” and the Allman Brothers Band’s “Whipping Post” remain enduring rock favorites. The stories also trace the songs’ origins and paths to lasting recognition, from “Maggie May” becoming a hit after radio DJs flipped its single to “Whipping Post” growing into an epic live performance.

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What were you actually built to do?Quizie — QuizNot the job you have — the one your wiring has been begging for. Twelve questions and the AI writes the job description.

Dr. Ricardo Schwarcz Scholarship Opens $1,000 Essay Award for Students — Sep 29, 2026The Dr. Ricardo Schwarcz Scholarship for Healthcare Sciences is offering a one-time $1,000 award to an undergraduate student pursuing a healthcare career. Applicants nationwide must submit an essay on patient care, healthcare contributions and medical innovation by March 15, 2027; the winner is expected to be announced April 15.

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Nitun Ahir Scholarship Offers $1,000 for Essays on Healthcare InnovationHealth — Sep 30, 2026The Nitun Ahir Scholarship for Medical Students is accepting applications from eligible medical and pre-med/doctorate students in good academic standing. Applicants must submit a 700–1,000-word essay on innovative, interdisciplinary approaches to healthcare by October 15, 2026, for a one-time $1,000 award; the winner will be announced November 15.

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Elena Vasquez A thousand dollars helps but more programs like this should target rising pre-med costs.

NYT Strands Hints Cover Four Daily PuzzlesEntertainment — Sep 27, 2026The articles offer hints and answers for several daily New York Times Strands puzzles, whose themes range from music-store gear and heart-related terms to art-museum sculptures and skincare products. Two accounts of the September 27 puzzle identify its theme as skincare or self-care, with one giving the spangram as BEAUTYCARE.

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DOJ charges 16 with alleged election crimes across seven states — Sep 19, 2026DOJ charged 16 people across seven states with alleged election crimes including noncitizen voting; one defendant allegedly voted nine times from 2008 to 2024.

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Priya Raman Sixteen cases across seven states is a start but enforcement needs to be consistent everywhere.

Russian Emigration Queries Surge Amid Mobilization Fears — Sep 14, 2026Kovcheg saw nearly eight times more emigration inquiries last month than in May; a Moscow woman called the draft 'a one-way ticket.'

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Maya Lindstrom Digital restrictions will make remote work impossible for many, so leaving is a practical step.

Man Shot by ICE Agent in North Austin, Officials Say — Sep 20, 2026An ICE officer shot a man in north Austin on Sept. 20, 2026; Chief Lisa Davis said he was serious but stable after at least one shot. Council member Mike Siegel said the officer rammed the car and fired at least five times.

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Reader so what is the Problem? you live stupid you die stupid. if someone is here Illegally, they are CRIMINALS

Mackenzie Phillips Recalls Tensions With Costar Richard Masur — Sep 12, 2026Mackenzie Phillips said her One Day at a Time costar Richard Masur wasn’t very nice during season 1, but the two later made peace after Masur apologized. The broader cast, including Valerie Bertinelli, recalled Norman Lear as a loving yet intimidating mentor, and Masur left the show after the first season.

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Gaza Catholic School Reopens After Three YearsWorld — Sep 15, 2026Gaza has begun reopening schools after three years of war, with classes resuming in damaged buildings and tents as the education system copes with extensive destruction. The Holy Family School, Gaza’s only Catholic parish school, also reopened for about 1,000 pupils, and for the first time all Christian students will study together in one school, a symbol of communal resilience amid ongoing hardship.

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Micron offers Taiwan workers up to 68 months of pay after union pressure — Sep 11, 2026Micron Taiwan unveiled a record fiscal 2026 compensation package for direct labor employees, including a one-time NT$1 million cash bonus for staff hired before August 29, 2025 and total rewards of 35-68 months’ pay with a minimum cash floor of NT$1.7 million, as unions signal potential strike and seek parity with peers amid strong AI hardware demand.

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Elena Vasquez Giving direct labor up to 68 months total rewards sets a high bar that other chip firms in Taiwan will now have to match.