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UPS plans 100,000 seasonal hires amid permanent job cutsBusiness — 1dUPS plans to hire about 100,000 seasonal workers for the holiday rush while cutting up to 30,000 permanent operational jobs as it scales back lower-margin Amazon deliveries. Its 2026 seasonal hiring target is 9% below last year’s, reflecting a leaner network and increased automation.

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Flora Scores Five Touchdowns in Cyclones’ 45-42 WinSports — 4dIowa State beat West Virginia 45-42, powered by running back Aiden Flora’s remarkable performance: 212 rushing yards, three rushing touchdowns and two touchdown passes. The former walk-on has emerged as a versatile standout under first-year coach Jimmy Rogers.

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Spurs' Tobias Harris out for preseason — 3dSpurs forward Tobias Harris will miss the preseason with a left calf strain suffered during training camp, leaving his availability for San Antonio’s Oct. 20 opener against Oklahoma City uncertain. Coach Mitch Johnson said the team will not rush his return.

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UNLV beats Cal 39-31 on Arnold’s five TDs — 4dJackson Arnold accounted for five touchdowns—three passing, two rushing—as UNLV beat Cal 39-31 after trailing 25-24 in the fourth at Allegiant Stadium.

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Maya Lindstrom Arnold's five scores turned the game around after that fourth quarter deficit, solid win for UNLV.

FSU Rout Virginia 38-7, Daniels Sets Five-TD Record — 4dAshton Daniels set the FSU single-game record with five rushing touchdowns and 136 yards in a 38-7 win over Virginia on Oct. 3, 2026.

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Derek Foss FSU looked completely in control from start to finish. That kind of rushing attack should carry them deep into the season.

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.

Police Find No Gun After San Jose Theater ReportWorld — 3dSan Jose police rushed into a nearly full screening at AMC Saratoga 14 with guns drawn after a report of a man with a weapon, stopping the movie and frightening patrons. Officers detained a man matching the description but found no weapon; no one was injured, and several moviegoers left shaken.

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Florida Falls 45-17, Baugh Apologizes to Sumrall — 2dAfter Florida’s 45-17 loss to Missouri, running back Jadan Baugh apologized to coach Jon Sumrall for being held to 13 rushing yards on 12 carries. Sumrall praised Baugh for taking responsibility but said the team—including the coaching staff and offense—failed to support him, as Florida looks to rebound against South Carolina.

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SEC Teams Face Offensive, Defensive TestsSports — 2dSEC football teams face distinct tests: South Carolina’s offense has leaned heavily on quarterback LaNorris Sellers and needs greater passing accuracy and more dependable depth, while Alabama’s third-down defense will be pivotal against Georgia’s highly efficient offense. Kentucky, meanwhile, has paired a strong offensive line with an aggressive pass rush to fuel its 4-1 start.

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Buddy Guy's 90th Draws Stars to Radio City — 6dBuddy Guy's sold-out 90th birthday concert at Radio City on October 1, 2026 lasted more than three hours with Mayer, Trucks, Rush and more; Guy called it the greatest day of his life.

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Jared Kim Glad they pulled off that all-star finale without Clapton, but his absence was the only thing missing from a perfect night.

Texas A&M routs Arkansas 34-7Sports — 4dTexas A&M ended a two-game skid with a 34-7 win over Arkansas, using 231 rushing yards and a strong defensive effort to pull away after the Razorbacks’ first-quarter touchdown. Arkansas fell to 2-3 and extended its SEC losing streak to 13 games.

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Wounded captain unlocks door and stops cockpit takeover — 6dSmit Machchhar opened the reinforced cockpit door while bleeding after his co-pilot stabbed him on a Dubai-Tel Aviv flight. The plunge, the passengers who rushed in, and what the case means for aviation security and public safety.

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Dana Whitfield The captain's quick thinking to open the door despite his wounds probably saved everyone on board.

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

Undefeated 49ers Go Sack-Free Through Four Games — 3dThe 49ers improved to 4-0 with a 24-14 win over Denver, powered by veteran playmakers and a second-half surge. San Francisco also became the first team since the 2005 Colts to allow no sacks through its first four games, though another report cautions that the 49ers’ own pass rush remains a concern for their Super Bowl hopes.

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Falcons spoil Saints' Domecoming anniversary with 45-24 victory — 3dThe Atlanta Falcons beat the New Orleans Saints 45-24 in the teams’ 20th-anniversary Domecoming game, taking control with Bijan Robinson’s 59-yard touchdown run on the opening drive. Brian Robinson Jr. scored three rushing touchdowns for Atlanta, while Alvin Kamara scored twice for New Orleans.

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NFL Teams Reach Varied Starts After Four WeeksSports — 2dAfter four NFL weeks, several teams are clustered at .500, making Sunday’s Steelers-Colts matchup an important test for both; the 3-1 Seahawks have impressed behind Jaxon Smith-Njigba and a strong defense, while the 2-2 Panthers are encouraged by Bryce Young’s improved play. Denver is also 2-2, with its pass rush and offensive line standing out but Bo Nix drawing concern, while the wider league roundup highlights New England’s upset win over Buffalo and Drake Maye’s performance.

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Panthers Beat Lions 32-26, Limit Gibbs — 5dDespite entering the matchup as a major threat against Carolina’s struggling run defense, Jahmyr Gibbs was held to 46 rushing yards on 15 carries in Detroit’s 32-26 loss to the Panthers, though he scored a touchdown. He added 31 receiving yards on four catches.

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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.

Indiana extends 21-game streak, beats Rutgers 47-15 — 4dNo. 6 Indiana overwhelmed Rutgers 47-15, extending its winning streak to 21 games behind quarterback Josh Hoover’s four touchdown passes and a dominant rushing attack led by Turbo Richard’s 204 yards. The Hoosiers built a 23-0 halftime lead and totaled 593 yards; Rutgers quarterback Dylan Lonergan left with an apparent injury.

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Rachel Meyers Hope Dylan Lonergan recovers quickly from the hit. Indiana's streak looks even stronger with Hoover throwing four scores.

Wayshawn Parker rushes for career-high 174 yards as No. 15 Utah wins — Sep 26, 2026No. 15 Utah beat Iowa State 31-17 to improve to 4-0, led by Wayshawn Parker’s career-high 174 rushing yards and three touchdowns. The Utes built a 24-3 halftime lead, then stopped Iowa State’s fourth-quarter comeback attempt with Parker’s late touchdown and an interception.

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Chris Dalton Parker had a monster game with 174 yards and three scores. Utah's defense stepped up big in the fourth to hold off that comeback.

Penn State Struggles After Back-to-Back LossesSports — 5dPenn State’s season is in trouble after back-to-back losses, capped by a 34-13 defeat to Northwestern in which the Nittany Lions managed just 48 rushing yards and allowed 413 on the ground. Coach Matt Campbell and players acknowledged the need to improve fundamentals and regain the program’s standard as they prepare to face USC at home.

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Nebraska quarterback Colandrea reacts to rushing touchdown in winSports — Sep 20, 2026

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North Texas routs Houston Christian 63-14 — Sep 27, 2026Jahiem White rushed for 133 yards and four first-half touchdowns as North Texas routed Houston Christian 63-14.

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Elena Vasquez Blowouts like 63-14 make me wonder how Houston Christian plans to adjust their schedule next year.

College Football Weekend Brings Records, Tributes, Wins — 4dCollege football’s weekend featured standout performances, including Texas-bred players shining for ranked teams, Florida State’s Ashton Daniels rushing for a school-record five touchdowns, and Yale quarterback Dante Reno leading a win the day after his father’s death. It also brought heartfelt tributes, as FSU honored longtime booster Beth Burr and Ohio State coach Ryan Day sent supportive letters to young patients at Iowa’s children’s hospital.

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Packers Sign Veteran Tomlinson Off Cowboys Practice Squad — Sep 26, 2026Packers signed 34-year-old Laken Tomlinson off the Cowboys practice squad Sept. 26 after managing only 17 rushing yards in a 35-14 loss to Atlanta.

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Rachel Meyers Tomlinson's experience should steady the line and give Love more time in the pocket.

49ers Beat Broncos 24-14, Improve to 4-0 — Oct 1, 2026The 3-0 49ers’ efficient, turnover-free offense and sackless start face a major test against Denver’s formidable pass rush, which has led the NFL in sacks since 2024. San Francisco will look to run the ball and control tempo, while the Broncos aim to exploit the 49ers’ injury concerns and pressure Brock Purdy; Denver’s own early execution will also be crucial.

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Colts Beat Commanders 30-13 in London — Sep 29, 2026Jayden Daniels, recovering from a dislocated left elbow, is practicing in a brace and says he is taking the possibility of starting against Indianapolis day by day; coach Dan Quinn expects to decide Friday. While Daniels says he is prepared to play, one view is that Washington should stick with Marcus Mariota after his winning performance rather than rush its quarterback back.

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