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Viral right-leaning meme mocks Chelsea Clinton over ballroom and family references
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Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.
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Meme trending on left claims Nazi references cannot be accidental
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— Oct 4, 2026
Meme Wars: trending on the Left today.
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School District Says It Passed Audit With ‘Flying Colors.’ The Actual Report Tells A Different Story
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A New Jersey school district spent taxpayer money on an unfinished museum and a little-used employee gym, according to a state audit that also referred unspecified matters to criminal justice officials.
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NFL Asks DHS to Remove Dawkins Border Video
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— Sep 28, 2026
The NFL asked DHS to remove a Brian Dawkins video montage posted on X with the caption "Our time has come," referring to a purported migrant caravan.
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Bloodsucking Disease-Carrying Winged Pests Swarm Los Angeles
Libby Bandelin · 3 min · 1h
Parents Face Arraignment After Gun at Daycare
Health
— Sep 28, 2026
A toddler was found with a loaded gun in a backpack at a Canton, Michigan, daycare, where staff secured the weapon and no one was injured. Police arrested one parent and are investigating how the child got the firearm; the case will be referred to prosecutors for review.
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
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College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
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Tennessee K-9 Dies After 36 Hours Without Water
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— Sep 26, 2026
A Tennessee sheriff’s office is conducting internal and criminal investigations after K-9 Bart died of heatstroke and severe dehydration, reportedly after being left without water in an outdoor kennel for about 36 hours during extreme heat. The handler resigned after being placed on leave, and the case has been referred to prosecutors; no charges have been announced.
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Kling Tests 30-Second AI Video Model With Select Users
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— Sep 27, 2026
Kling 4.0 expands AI video generation with clips up to 30 seconds, multimodal references and keyframe controls to guide scenes and continuity. The launch comes as the Chinese video-generation company prepares for a possible Hong Kong listing and competes with ByteDance’s Seedance amid broader challenges monetizing AI video.
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Legal Platforms Offer AI Document Tools
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— Sep 26, 2026
DocStyle introduced an optional AI feature that lets legal professionals use plain-language commands in Word to format and automate documents, with underlying processing done locally and support for multiple AI assistants. Separately, Lawzana Flow offers small firms an integrated workspace for client leads, case management and AI document review, including source references to help users verify answers.
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Wild, Hughes Begin Contract Talks Without Deadline
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— Sep 15, 2026
Quinn Hughes arrived at Minnesota Wild training camp without an extension, in the final year of a $7.85 million contract as talks with GM Bill Guerin continue, and he says he isn’t stressed about signing before the season. While a future reunion on the ice with his brothers in New Jersey would be appealing, Hughes emphasizes he’s happy in Minnesota, noting the Kirill Kaprizov extension precedent as a reference point.
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The Conservative Desk
Trump’s energy ceasefire meets Russian silence and fresh strikes
Trump declared an immediate energy truce on Truth Social. Kyiv held its fire; Moscow struck again and would not confirm. American diesel prices and the taxpayer sit at the center.
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Photo Shows Trump Examining Apparent Kennedy Center Demolition Reference Amid Legal Fight
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— Sep 17, 2026
President Trump continues to press to have his name affixed to the Kennedy Center while warning it could be closed or demolished if not recognized; new photos show him viewing materials suggesting demolition amid ongoing renovations. The Kennedy Center board approved a temporary closure for renovations around $257 million, as a court fight over branding and Trump’s role intensifies with lawmakers citing the president’s remarks and related imagery as part of the record.
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Nicole Hardy
Trump shouldn't be threatening to tear down the Kennedy Center just because he wants his name on it.
Smith & Nephew Prices $250M 2030 Notes Tender
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— Sep 15, 2026
Smith+Nephew priced a cash tender offer for up to $250 million of its 2.032% senior notes due 2030 at $878.90 per $1,000, using a 4.83% reference yield with prorating if oversubscribed, and settlement expected around September 18, 2026. The move is part of ongoing liability management to optimize the balance sheet and interest costs, following recent debt actions and supported by mixed analyst signals.
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Derek Foss
If the offer gets oversubscribed the prorating will probably frustrate some bondholders who want out now.
Most Influential Women in World History
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From 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.
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Oman Discusses Unified Cancer Referral Pathway
Health
— Oct 5, 2026
Oman is working to unify cancer referrals and treatment protocols to speed access to specialized care, while U.S. nonprofits help patients manage practical burdens such as transportation, bills, supplies and screening access. The accounts highlight how coordinated medical care and community support can help patients and families navigate treatment, though rising costs are straining some services.
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Districts seek millions through school funding referendums
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School districts in Wisconsin and Minnesota are asking voters to approve operating referendums as state funding falls short of rising costs, warning that rejection could mean layoffs, program reductions and other cuts. Janesville and Westby are among Wisconsin districts seeking support to preserve staffing and services, while Duluth leaders say failed ballot questions would require $12 million in cuts.
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Turkish referee chief among seven detained in corruption probe
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— Oct 2, 2026
Five of seven Turkish football officials, including refereeing chief Ferhat Gundogdu, were placed in pretrial detention in a corruption probe.
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Dana Whitfield
This should send a strong message that corruption in refereeing won't be tolerated in Turkish football.
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Trump NATO Envoy Tells Nations To Take Responsibility For Expanding East
Jillian Butler · 2 min · 2h
Former Biden Prosecutor Faces Criminal Referral Over Alleged IRL Investigation Role
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— Oct 1, 2026
A former federal prosecutor who served during the Biden administration is facing a criminal referral over allegations that she misled federal agents about her involvement in an inv… — by Andrew Powell
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Priya Raman
If prosecutors misled federal agents about their own involvement, they deserve the same scrutiny as anyone else.
Soccer vs American Football
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.
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YMCAs Promote Healthy Aging Through Community Events
Health
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YMCAs in several communities are hosting Healthy Aging events that pair fitness and wellness activities with opportunities for social connection and learning. Programs range from exercise, cooking and creative classes to Medicare guidance, health education and referrals to local support services, with activities welcoming older adults and, in some cases, adults of all ages.
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Arkansas Man Charged With Threatening Two Massachusetts Lawmakers
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An Arkansas man faces two federal counts after allegedly leaving 2025 voicemails that referenced the Oklahoma City bombing and threatened two Massachusetts lawmakers.
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NBA tests smart balls, referee wearables in preseason
Sports
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NBA will test Wilson smart basketballs with Bluetooth sensors and official wrist wearables in select preseason games; data will not affect calls, and neither tech extends to the regular season.
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Israel Election Expected to Test Netanyahu’s Return Bid
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— Sep 28, 2026
Israel’s Oct. 27 election is shaping up as a referendum on Benjamin Netanyahu’s leadership, including accountability for the Oct. 7 attack and the conduct of the Gaza war, with a diverse opposition seeking to unseat him. The outcome could also entrench or alter policies on the West Bank, democratic institutions and ultra-Orthodox exemptions, while critics argue that supporting Israel does not require backing Netanyahu’s government.
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Books
Stock prices wander so boring index funds usually win
Malkiel shows neither charts nor expert stock-picking reliably beat a low-cost market index once fees and behavior are counted.
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Quebec Separatist Party Leads Polls Before Vote
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— Sep 29, 2026
Quebec’s Parti Québécois is leading polls ahead of the Oct. 5 election and could win a majority, campaigning on eventual independence; its leader says a referendum would wait until at least 2029, after President Trump leaves office. Polls show support for independence remains well below support for the PQ, with analysts saying frustration over the incumbent government and demand for change are driving the party’s rise.
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White House posts 9-second countdown video
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— Sep 29, 2026
The clip shows a countdown sequence from the White House. It is spreading as viewers track the upcoming event referenced in the post. @WhiteHouse
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Rachel Meyers
These videos always build too much hype for what usually turns out to be a routine update.
Swiss Voters Reject Stricter Neutrality Proposal
Politics
— Sep 21, 2026
Swiss voters are expected to reject a proposal to enshrine strict, permanent neutrality in the constitution, which would limit sanctions and military cooperation; supporters say it would restore neutrality, while opponents warn it would constrain foreign policy and defense options. A separate referendum seeks to lift Switzerland’s ban on new nuclear plants, drawing opposition from groups that favor renewable energy.
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Supreme Court Weighs Missouri Congressional Map
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— Sep 17, 2026
Missouri's congressional map dispute has produced a constitutional crisis as courts clash over a 2025 gerrymandered map versus the 2022 map, affecting ballot timing and which districts will vote in November. The fight has drawn in multiple lawsuits, state and federal courts, and a referendum campaign, leaving officials uncertain about which map will govern election-day voting.
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Tennessee Wendy’s Manager Charged After Tying Worker to Grill for TikTok
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— Sep 21, 2026
A 19-year-old former Wendy’s manager, Michiko Burton, was charged with simple assault and false imprisonment after tying a neurodivergent coworker to a kitchen grill as part of a TikTok stunt, an act she reportedly described as a trend and which led to her firing. Police and investigators say the Aug. 30 incident in Murfreesboro prompted referrals to Adult Protective Services and could carry up to a year in jail.
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EXCLUSIVE: China Used Military-Linked Kindergarten To Cultivate Ties With Mitch McConnell’s Wife And In-Laws
Philip Lenczycki · 9 min · 3h
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