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TSMC Posts Record Q3 Revenue, Beats ForecastsTech — 1dTSMC posted record Q3 revenue of about NT$1.49 trillion ($46.7 billion), up roughly 50% and ahead of analyst estimates and its own guidance.

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Atomic Habits shows why identity and daily systems drive lasting change — 9hReaders burned by abandoned resolutions get Clear's concrete claim that a 1% daily gain compounds to roughly 37 times better in a year—if cues, friction, and identity are redesigned.

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Tom Gallagher The compounding math checks out but only once I lowered friction like prepping my gym bag the night before instead of relying on willpower.

Massive 2,000-Year-Old Ritual Bath Lifted From Israeli Archaeological Site — 9hA remarkably preserved Jewish ritual bath dating back roughly 2,000 years has been uncovered in Israel, offering archaeologists a rare glimpse into life during the Second Temple pe… — by Andrew Powell

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Iowa Records Fourth-Wettest September in State HistoryWeather — 3dIowa's September averaged about 8 inches of rain, roughly the fourth-wettest on record; Des Moines logged 14.5 inches, its wettest September in 112 years.

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Five People Steal 1,200 Israeli Flags From Alaska Church Memorial — 2dFive unidentified-individuals stole roughly 1,200 Israeli flags from an Alaska church Friday after the congregation placed them outside to commemorate the victims of Hamas’ Oct. 7,… — by Daily Caller News Foundation

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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.

USC set for Penn State White OutSports — 2dPenn State enters its White Out matchup with USC under pressure after a rough start to Big Ten play, with an ineffective running game and questions about the team’s identity. The Trojans bring freshman edge rusher Luke Wafle, a former Penn State recruiting target who has emerged as a standout, into Saturday’s Beaver Stadium game.

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Tommy’s Plans Terror at 15 Michigan Car WashesLifestyle — 3dTommy’s Express is bringing its Tunnel of Terror haunted car-wash experience back to 15 Michigan locations this Halloween season. Riders stay in their cars as they encounter jump scares, eerie sounds and other spooky effects during the slow, roughly three-minute wash.

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UNC Health Begins 48-Acre Campus ConstructionHealth — 2dUNC Health has broken ground on a 48-acre campus near Cary and Research Triangle Park to serve the region’s fast-growing population. Plans include a medical office building opening in 2028 and a community hospital with roughly 144–152 beds expected in 2032, alongside broader expansions by competing Triangle health systems.

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Pennsylvania Issues Hybrid Homeschool Cease-and-Desist — 6dPennsylvania ordered a north Pittsburgh hybrid homeschool serving roughly 150 families to cease operating without childcare certification after a March surprise inspection.

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Chris Dalton Pennsylvania shouldn't force these flexible learning setups to get full daycare licenses just to help families.

IMF Warns $13 Trillion Hedge Funds Amplify Risks — 2dThe IMF warned that hedge funds’ rapid growth to roughly $13 trillion, heavy leverage and increasingly crowded trades could amplify market stress and spread instability through the financial system. While the funds can support liquidity and efficiency in normal conditions, forced selling and synchronized deleveraging during turmoil may deepen losses; the IMF urged stronger monitoring and better data.

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Russian Strikes Kill Dozens in UkrainePolitics — 3dIsraelis gathered to mourn the roughly 1,200 people killed in the Hamas-led October 7, 2023, attack, as residents in affected communities said they were still awaiting a return to normal life amid continued fighting. Separately, Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities killed at least 28 people, including at least 20 in an attack on an apartment building in Pryluky.

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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.

Big Ten Admits Nebraska-Maryland Extra-Point Error — 3dThe Big Ten acknowledged that officials made an error during Nebraska’s 48-23 win over Maryland: after a roughing-the-snapper penalty on a missed extra point, Nebraska should have been allowed to retry the kick, but the penalty was applied to the ensuing kickoff. Coach Matt Rhule said a miscommunication with an official led him to accept that enforcement; the error did not change the outcome.

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Trenton Police Seize 70 Slot Machines, $100,000Business — 3dTrenton police say an 11-month investigation led to the seizure of more than 70 illegal slot machines and over $100,000 from roughly 30 businesses. Philadelphia resident Harry Almonte was arrested and charged in New Jersey with gambling and money-laundering offenses; authorities also reported finding guns and marijuana at his home, leading to separate potential charges in Pennsylvania.

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Patriots’ Mack Hollins Fined $34,441 Twice on One Play — 5dPatriots receiver Mack Hollins was fined $34,441 for taunting and unnecessary roughness on the same play against the Jaguars, after gesturing at safety Eric Murray and being judged to have used his helmet. Hollins also earned recognition for hosting a Special Olympics field day.

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Tom Gallagher Gesturing at the safety probably crossed into taunting, but fining him twice on the same sequence feels excessive.

Wordle #1933 Puzzle Answer Revealed: SHACKLifestyle — 5dWordle #1933 on October 4 had the answer SHACK, a small, roughly built shelter, while puzzle #1934 on October 5 was MOCHA, a café favorite. Coverage offered clues and solving strategies, including using letter feedback and considering less obvious letter placements.

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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.

German RobCo Reaches $1B Valuation After Share Sale — 3dMunich-based robotics startup RobCo has topped a $1 billion valuation after an approximately $40 million share sale that lets employees cash out and brings in new and existing investors. The valuation roughly doubles its January level as the company scales its industrial automation business and prepares to launch its self-learning robot, Alfie.

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Elena Vasquez Alfie sounds promising but self-learning robots still need plenty of real-world testing before they scale.

Iraq Raises Official Dollar Rate to 1,520 DinarsFinance — 4dIraq’s Cabinet reportedly raised the official dollar rate to as much as 1,520 dinars, while a separate report described a proposal to set it at 1,500 and discussions about removing zeros from the currency. Parallel-market reports quoted the dollar at roughly 1,580 to 1,603 dinars, above the official rate.

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Millions of Cancer Cases Linked to Infections Worldwide, Study Finds — Oct 1, 2026An estimated 2.3 million cancer cases worldwide in 2024 were linked to infections, accounting for roughly one in eight new cancer diagnoses, according to a new analysis from the In… — by Andrew Powell

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Marcus Bell It's a reminder that treating chronic infections early might prevent a huge share of future cancer diagnoses.

Rural Voters Divided Over Trump Immigration Crackdown — 3dRural voters are divided over President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown: roughly one-third say it has helped their communities, one-third say it has hurt them, and about three in 10 report no effect. The split reflects both support for tougher enforcement and concerns that immigrants are vital to local economies and that deportations are uprooting families, making immigration a key issue as midterms approach.

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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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Piper Sandler said to be in talks to buy Perella Weinberg — Sep 29, 2026Perella Weinberg shares rose more than 15% after the Wall Street Journal reported Piper Sandler is in talks to buy it at roughly its $1.4 billion market cap.

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Chris Dalton Piper Sandler buying Perella Weinberg at that price looks like a solid move to grow their advisory work.

Georgia-Alabama Betting Line Shifts Before Tuscaloosa ShowdownSports — 4dBetting markets have swung sharply toward Alabama for its home matchup with Georgia, moving the Crimson Tide from an opening underdog to a 1.5-point favorite after Georgia initially opened as a roughly 2.5- to 3-point favorite. The shift comes as both teams enter unbeaten, and Alabama is poised to be a home underdog for only the second time in 19 seasons if the line changes back.

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Colorado air traffic controller paramotors to work — Oct 1, 2026A Colorado air traffic controller has made his commute to Pueblo Memorial Airport an aerial adventure, using a motorized paraglider to fly from home about once a week. After coordinating with the control tower and receiving permission to land, Jake Hutzler says the roughly 20-minute trip is less convenient than driving but far more enjoyable.

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Apple CEO Ternus eyes engineering-led overhaul, report says — Sep 29, 2026Apple cut hardware engineering program managers over two weeks, hitting roughly half a dozen directors, as new CEO Ternus weighs faster releases and fewer management layers, Bloomberg reports.

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Priya Raman Reducing layers at Apple could finally speed up their hardware cycles without losing engineering focus.