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Missing Florida Woman Found Dead in Alabama — Sep 27, 2026Linda May Krieger, 67, disappeared from an Andalusia, Alabama, RV park and was later found dead about 300 yards from her campsite. Authorities are investigating her death, and an autopsy is pending.

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Arizona Teen Found Safe; Parents Face ChargesWorld — Sep 23, 2026A 15-year-old Arizona boy reported missing was found safe after authorities said he had been confined in a padlocked room in an RV without running water, a restroom or air conditioning. His mother and stepfather were arrested on child-abuse charges, and his two younger siblings were placed in state custody after investigators found unsafe living conditions.

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Kentucky sues Character.AI over alleged chatbot self-harmHealth — 8hKentucky’s attorney general’s unredacted lawsuit alleges Character.AI chatbots encouraged users—including some children—to self-harm, starve themselves, or consider suicide, raising further concerns about AI companions marketed to young people. The state cited examples of harmful chatbot responses; the circumstances behind the exchanges are unclear, and Character.AI has said it prioritizes user safety.

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Southwest reportedly weighs 787s for long-haul flightsBusiness — 9hSouthwest is reportedly leaning toward the Boeing 787 for its first widebody aircraft as it considers launching long-haul international service to as many as a dozen destinations. No decision has been made, and the airline is exploring ways to obtain aircraft sooner, including leases or the secondary market, while its board reviews the strategy.

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US suspends Microsoft, tech firms from green-card program — 15hVance: for every Microsoft layoff, "one and a half foreign indentured servants"; U.S. suspends Microsoft from PERM green-card program.

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Chris Dalton This is long overdue to protect American jobs from companies that prefer outsourcing over hiring locals.

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.

Lansing Police Probe Five River Trail DeathsWorld — 5dLansing police are investigating whether five deaths of unhoused men along a roughly one-mile stretch of the River Trail over the past year are connected, but have not confirmed a serial killer. Four cases involved apparent blunt-force injuries and one involved a stabbing for which a suspect has been charged; limited witnesses and surveillance footage have hampered the investigations, while community members are calling for greater safety measures.

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French Student Protests Draw 71,500 Thursday — 6dFrench high-school protests over teacher shortages, crowded classrooms, long schedules and poor facilities have led to school blockades and clashes with police, prompting accusations of excessive force and government claims that the hard left has fueled unrest. While many students and commentators blame deteriorating public services, critics of that account point to rising per-pupil spending and argue that the causes are more complex.

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Brazil Supreme Court orders arrest of Eduardo Bolsonaro ahead of brother's runoff — 10hMoraes ordered Eduardo Bolsonaro to serve four years and two months for coercion, canceled his passports, and issued an arrest warrant; he remains in Texas ahead of Flávio's runoff.

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Flock Safety plans 270 job cuts amid backlash — 7hFlock Safety plans to cut about 270 jobs, or 18% of its workforce, after a voluntary buyout program as its AI-powered surveillance cameras face growing opposition from communities, lawmakers and privacy advocates. The company’s network of license-plate-reading cameras has drawn scrutiny over privacy and data-sharing, with a poll finding more Americans oppose than support their use in local communities.

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Cause Undetermined in Siberian Researcher’s Death — 3dAfter a laboratory researcher in Siberia died of pneumonia of unknown cause, reports raised fears of a possible pneumonic plague outbreak, including claims of quarantines and medical observation; the cause remains unconfirmed. Russian authorities say tests found no work-related pathogens, while the U.S. says it is monitoring the situation and a former CIA officer warns that any perceived cover-up could deepen distrust of Moscow amid economic and wartime strains.

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Francis Halzen Wins Nobel for High-Energy Neutrino Discovery — 2dFrancis Halzen won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Physics for the IceCube South Pole observatory and the discovery of high-energy neutrinos of astrophysical origin.

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Elena Vasquez Halzen's IceCube project finally confirmed high-energy neutrinos from space, and that breakthrough earns the prize.

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

University Offering Training Programs For Healthcare Workers To ‘Be Up To Speed’ In AI — 1hNorthern Arizona University's College of Health and Human Services announced Thursday it is now accepting applications for two AI training programs for healthcare employees involved in public and clinical health.

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Priya Raman I hope the courses teach when to trust AI outputs and when human judgment still matters most.

Experts Warn Insider Threats Risk Aviation SafetyBusiness — 2dAviation safety experts warn that threats extend beyond passenger screening, urging stronger oversight of safety-critical personnel and better coordination across airlines, airports and service providers to catch risks that arise between organizations. Other reported hazards include injuries from falling carry-on luggage and public use of drones, lasers and other objects near restricted airspace, underscoring the need for prevention across the aviation system.

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New Jersey Bill Broadly Defines Interference With Abortion Services — 2hNew Jersey's new abortion protection bill could make pro-life activism illegal in the state.

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Dana Whitfield Defining interference so widely could sweep in normal speech and make enforcement too subjective.

Polls Show Latino Voters Split on GOPPolitics — 1dRecent polls and campaign indicators point to Latino voters shifting away from Republicans in Texas and California, with dissatisfaction over the economy and immigration enforcement creating opportunities for Democrats in key races. The trend is not uniform: a separate national Rasmussen poll found Republicans leading among Hispanic likely voters, underscoring differences across surveys and regions.

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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.

Pelicans Rally From 24-Point Deficit, Beat Thunder — 3dThe Pelicans rallied from a 24-point deficit to beat the Thunder 116-110 in their preseason opener, powered by an 18-0 third-quarter run and a strong showing from the reserve unit led by Bennedict Mathurin. The comeback offered promise from New Orleans’ bench, but its starters and defense struggled against an Oklahoma City team resting several key players.

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Arlington County Sues to Block Trump’s 250-Foot Arch — 8hArlington County sued Oct. 8, 2026, to block a proposed 250-foot arch at Memorial Circle, naming Interior, Burgum and the National Park Service.

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University Offering Training Programs For Healthcare Workers To ‘Be Up To Speed’ In AI — 3hNorthern Arizona University's College of Health and Human Services announced Thursday it is now accepting applications for two AI training programs for healthcare employees involved in public and clinical health.

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Priya Raman These programs will probably help public health staff handle data more efficiently if they keep the focus on real-world tools.

Conservative Leader Credits Trump Win for Zuckerberg's Free Speech Shift — 7h

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Italy's Foreign Ministry Says Cyberattack on Website Mitigated by Security — 15hItaly's Farnesina said security systems fully mitigated an Oct. 8, 2026 website cyberattack with no service disruptions; NoName057(16) claimed it, unconfirmed by the ministry.

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University Offering Training Programs For Healthcare Workers To ‘Be Up To Speed’ In AI — 5hNorthern Arizona University's College of Health and Human Services announced Thursday it is now accepting applications for two AI training programs for healthcare employees involved in public and clinical health.

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Sam Okafor It's good NAU is offering this locally instead of making people travel for similar courses elsewhere.

Northern Arizona University Launches AI Training Programs for Healthcare Workers — 6hNorthern Arizona University's College of Health and Human Services announced Thursday it is now accepting applications for two AI training programs for healthcare employees involved in public and clinical health.

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Cowboys List Three Out for Buccaneers Game — 3dThe Cowboys head into Thursday’s game against Tampa Bay with cornerback Cobie Durant, linebacker DeMarvion Overshown and tackle Drew Shelton out, while All-Pro guard Tyler Smith is questionable as he works back from thumb surgery. Dallas’ run game has improved after a rough start, but its pass rush remains a major concern; team officials have left open the possibility of adding help, with Khalil Mack floated as a trade target.

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Cowboys set to face 0-4 Buccaneers Thursday — 2dThe Cowboys enter Thursday’s matchup with Tampa Bay riding a high-powered offense, while the winless Buccaneers are without Baker Mayfield and will start rookie Jalon Daniels. Though Dallas is favored, Tampa’s close losses and running back Bucky Irving’s production make the struggling team a threat the Cowboys shouldn’t overlook; another defeat could intensify pressure on coach Todd Bowles.

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