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OpenAI cuts token prices in half for new GPT-6 Sol and Luna models — Sep 22, 2026OpenAI launched GPT-6 Sol and Luna on Sept. 22, 2026 at half prior API prices, ~90 minutes after Anthropic’s Opus 5.5; Sol is $2/$10 per million tokens.

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Derek Foss Sol's claimed drop in errors at these rates makes it worth testing against the older models for daily work.

Verdant Solar Among Five Malaysian Momentum Stocks — Sep 27, 2026Renewable-energy stocks featured include battery-storage supplier Guangzhou Great Power Energy and Technology and solar-project companies such as Solarvest and Canadian Solar, which span equipment, development and power operations. Verdant Solar is showing rising trading momentum, though a break below its stated support level could signal renewed weakness.

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Miranda Lambert Debuts at Truth With Sold-Out Show — Oct 2, 2026Miranda Lambert celebrated her new album, Crisco, with a sold-out opening-night performance at Nashville’s The Truth, featuring new songs and a duet with Chris Stapleton. The album draws on Dolly Parton’s influence, while Lambert’s collaborations with Ella Langley—including co-writing and producing the hit “Choosin’ Texas”—reflect her support for women in country music and the next generation of artists.

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Wyoming visits undefeated North Dakota State in sold-out Fargodome game — Oct 2, 2026Wyoming visits undefeated North Dakota State in a sold-out game at the Fargodome, with kickoff scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Mountain Time and coverage on The CW. Wyoming receiver Ke’Lyn Washom, sidelined by a concussion, was warming up before the game.

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TX Solar Displays Solar Street Lights for Projects in 20 Countries — Sep 17, 2026TX Solar, officially Yangzhou Tianxiang Road Lamp Equipment Co., Ltd., presents itself as an integrated OEM solar street-light supplier with in-house manufacturing, offering bespoke luminaire housings, modular all-in-one and split-type systems, 3D modeling, photometric testing, and a growing patent portfolio to support projects in 20+ countries. The company markets turnkey outdoor lighting solutions for infrastructure, highways, and off-grid and climate-varied deployments, highlighting high-mast towers, solar energy Street lights, and battery options (lithium and gel) showcased at major events like the Canton Fair and targeted at municipal, EPC, and international contractors.

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Priya Raman Solar lights like these could help a lot in off-grid regions if the batteries last in extreme weather.

Best Colleges Preparing Students for the AI EraRankingAI is reshaping every industry, so students and parents compare universities on dedicated programs, research scale, and real-world tech pipelines.

LHN Energy to bundle solar power with EV charging for Singapore fleets — Sep 16, 2026LHN Energy, a Singapore-based solar company, plans to roll out an integrated Solar PPA and DC fast-charging solution for electric heavy vehicles in early September 2026, combining solar generation, charging, and project delivery under a single framework with potential zero upfront costs. The program is supported by Singapore’s Electric Heavy Vehicle Charger Grant, which co-funds up to 50% of eligible charger installation costs (capped at S$30,000 for the first 500 chargers) for qualifying projects at depots, warehouses, and industrial sites.

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Piramal Plans 4.3-MW Solar Plant at MorpethBusiness — Sep 16, 2026Piramal Pharma Solutions is adding a 4.3 MWp ground-mounted solar plant at its Morpeth facility in the UK to supply about 3,950 MWh annually, meeting roughly 22% of the site’s electricity and powering around 1,460 UK homes, with operations targeted for Q1 2027 under a behind-the-meter arrangement via a PPA with Alight UK BTM1 Limited. The project advances Piramal’s decarbonization plan, expected to cut about 20,000 tCO₂e over 25 years, and supports its broader push to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by about 42% by FY2030.

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Pirates seek fifth straight MTN8 title against SundownsSports — 2dMamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates meet in the sold-out MTN8 final at Moses Mabhida Stadium, with Pirates seeking a fifth consecutive title and Sundowns aiming to end a five-year wait for the trophy. Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says his side is ready, setting up a clash between two teams that advanced through challenging knockout campaigns.

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Atlanta Dream plans 2027 move to State Farm Arena — 3dThe Atlanta Dream will move all 25 home games to State Farm Arena in 2027 under a multiyear deal, leaving 3,500-seat Gateway Center after three straight sold-out seasons.

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Pirates-Sundowns MTN8 Final Sells OutSports — Oct 2, 2026Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns will meet in a sold-out MTN8 final at Durban’s Moses Mabhida Stadium on October 10, with the winner claiming the trophy and a R10 million prize. Pirates are seeking a third straight MTN8 final win over Sundowns, who draw confidence from a recent league victory; Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says his team is preparing with ambition despite players’ international commitments.

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Maryland Protest Festival Spotlights Voter Turnout — Oct 2, 2026Bruce Springsteen headlined the inaugural Power to the People protest festival in Maryland, joining Joan Baez, Tom Morello and other artists for politically charged performances criticizing government actions. Organized by Morello to promote civic engagement and voter turnout, the sold-out event also featured nonprofits and directed some ticket proceeds to voter-support groups.

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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.

Pentagon considers expanding Rio Grande drone fleet — Oct 2, 2026Pentagon considers adding up to 50 solar-powered Lightfish boats to its 10-vessel Rio Grande pilot after they deterred crossings and trafficking.

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Chris Dalton Spending on more vessels is fine but the real test will be whether they hold up in floods and actually stop traffickers long term.

Buddy Guy's 90th Draws Stars to Radio City — Oct 2, 2026Buddy 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.

Israeli Envoy’s Son Critically Injured in West Bank — Sep 23, 2026Neria Dev ben Chana Leiter, the son of Israel's U.S. ambassador Yechiel Leiter, was critically injured in a West Bank vehicle-ramming attack while serving as a reserve soldier and is being treated at Shaare Zedek Medical Center, with his father urging prayers for a miracle as Israel experiences a surge of violence around Yom Kippur. The assailant was shot dead at the scene, and Israeli leaders and supporters publicly expressed prayers and solidarity for the Leiter family.

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McMahon’s Grand Slam Lifts Yankees but Postseason Role Still Uncertain — Sep 22, 2026Ryan McMahon delivered a five-RBI game featuring a grand slam to power the Yankees past the Rays, while Ben Rice added two solo shots in a 9-2 win as New York solidified its playoff footing. Despite the big night, questions persist about McMahon’s defense and continued role in the lineup, with managers and analysts weighing whether Caballero or other options should replace him at third base as the postseason approaches.

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

EverQuote CEO Sells Shares Under Preset PlanFinance — Sep 17, 2026EverQuote faces a mixed analyst stance as Wall Street Zen downgrades to hold while several peers stay bullish and the stock carries a Moderate Buy consensus near $28; investors are balancing shifting targets with ongoing coverage. CEO Jayme Mendal sold about 21,000 shares under a prearranged 10b5-1 plan amid a backdrop of solid Q2 results that beat estimates and a continued emphasis on insider trading disclosures.

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Beam, Masdar City Sign MOU Exploring Clean-Energy SystemsBusiness — Sep 17, 2026Beam Global and Masdar City Free Zone signed a non-binding MoU to explore integrating Beam’s off-grid EV charging, solar-integrated e-bikes, and other clean-energy mobility technologies into Masdar City’s ecosystem, following Beam Middle East’s licensing. The partnership aims to advance sustainable mobility and clean-energy innovation in the UAE and GCC’s green-investment push, though deployment details and timelines remain undecided.

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Gene Kwon Urges Entrepreneurs Toward Smaller RisksBusiness — Sep 11, 2026Gene Kwon argues that entrepreneurs should decompose big bets into smaller, testable decisions and focus on practical questions about who has the problem and whether a new solution would actually be used, rather than rushing to scale. Drawing on his work in logistics and tech with Move Method, eHub, and RealVu Technologies, he emphasizes learning early to determine if an idea solves a real problem.

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Jared Kim Focusing on whether anyone would actually use it sounds basic but too many skip that step and scale too soon anyway.

Indian Solar Community Holds First Global GatheringEnvironment — 1dNew solar research is expanding understanding of the Sun and its effects on Earth, while the renewable-energy sector focuses on practical deployment—from U.S. rules for sodium-ion storage to industry collaboration in India and community solar adoption in Pennsylvania.

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Rosenblatt Initiates Soluna Coverage With Buy RatingBusiness — Sep 17, 2026Rosenblatt Securities initiated coverage of Soluna with a Buy rating and a $4 target, signaling upside from its AI/HPC development plans in Texas, while other analysts have issued a mix of Buy, Hold, and Sell ratings leaving a consensus Hold with a $4 target. In the latest quarter, Soluna posted an EPS of -$0.18 on $15.06 million in revenue, missing estimates as the company pursues its AI/HPC expansion and ERCOT-related milestones.

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Rock Guitar Solos Gain All-Time Recognition — Sep 10, 2026A wave of iconic guitar solos from Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Jimi Hendrix, and Jeff Beck underscores how improvisation, distinctive tones, and storytelling through strings have shaped rock history, with each artist contributing legendary moments—from Page’s ad-libbed Zeppelin solo to Hendrix’s Woodstock centerpiece and Beck’s instrument-driven emotion in ‘Cause We’ve Ended as Lovers’—that continue to be celebrated in modern rankings and retrospectives.

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Solstice Plans $49M Buffalo R&D ExpansionBusiness — 1dSolstice Advanced Materials is investing $49 million to expand research and development at its Buffalo facility, including work on energy storage, refrigerants and thermal management. New York is offering up to $1.4 million in performance-based tax credits, and the project is expected to support hiring and economic growth.

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Recent Sonoma County, San Jose Home SalesLifestyle — 4dRecent single-family home sales included $1.23 million in Sea Ranch, $1.1 million in Sebastopol, and $1.9 million in Petaluma. A Palo Alto home sold for $3.88 million, while a Fremont home sold for $1.15 million.

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Judge Orders DHS to Return Arizona Man Held in Equatorial Guinea — 2dA federal judge ordered the Trump administration to secure Ahmed Soliman’s release from detention in Equatorial Guinea and facilitate his return to the United States, finding his deportation violated due process. Soliman, a gay Egyptian-born man, has reportedly faced abuse and incommunicado detention; the ruling highlights concerns about the administration’s use of third-country deportations.

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