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Four Astronauts Return After Eight MonthsScience — 1hFour astronauts from the United States, France and Russia returned to Earth after nearly eight months aboard the International Space Station, splashing down in the Pacific off California. Their homecoming was delayed about three weeks by capsule repairs; during the mission, French astronaut Sophie Adenot became the first French woman to conduct a spacewalk.

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York Space Faces Securities Suit Over Software Claims — 3dYork Space shares fell 10% after the company disclosed satellite software issues, and investors have filed securities class-action lawsuits. The complaints allege its mission and payload software was not fully functional before launch, creating risks to contracts with the Space Development Agency, and that company statements about its business and prospects misled investors.

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Colorado Springs Leaders Discuss Space Command MoveWorld — 3dMore than 90 civic and business leaders from Colorado Springs visited Huntsville to strengthen cooperation as U.S. Space Command’s headquarters transition to Redstone Arsenal proceeds, with the two regions exploring how their space and missile-defense capabilities could support the Golden Dome initiative. Gen. Stephen Whiting praised the partnership for helping maintain the command’s mission during the move.

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George Floyd meme circulates in right-leaning online spaces — 3dMeme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Germany’s V-2 Test Launch Foreshadows Space AgeTech — Oct 1, 2026A 1942 V-2 test marked a milestone in ballistic-rocketry history, though the weapon caused devastating loss of life in its manufacture and use. Today, space interest is on display through public astronomy events and rocket launches that draw visitors eager to experience space exploration firsthand.

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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.

PPG Announces $70 Million Aerospace Expansion in HuntsvilleBusiness — 1dPPG will invest $70 million to expand its aerospace transparencies operations in Huntsville, Alabama, including a new 112,000-square-foot facility for production support that will free space for additional manufacturing. The multiyear effort aims to increase capacity and meet growing demand for aircraft cockpit and passenger windows.

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US official says orbital weapons deployed as other nations' systems stay hidden — 3dU.S. Air Force Secretary Troy Meink said the United States has deployed on-orbit space control weapons; he did not name the systems.

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Dana Whitfield It's alarming the US admits to orbital weapons while rivals hide theirs, risking an unchecked arms race that could cripple global satellite networks.

American Plans 40,000-Plus-Square-Foot Charlotte Admirals ClubBusiness — 2dAmerican Airlines plans to build a 40,000-square-foot Admirals Club at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, its largest lounge, with construction starting this year and an opening expected in early 2028. The mezzanine-level lounge will include shower suites, bars and spaces to relax, work and dine; existing American lounges will remain open during construction, while a planned Flagship lounge has no announced timeline.

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Advanced Navigation Plans Huntsville Manufacturing HubBusiness — 3dAdvanced Navigation America is investing $110 million in a Huntsville center to develop and manufacture navigation systems that let autonomous platforms operate when GPS is unavailable, serving defense, space, mining and other industries. The facility is expected to expand the company’s Huntsville workforce to as many as 100 employees and strengthen U.S. manufacturing and supply-chain capacity.

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Adaptive Reuse Gains Ground Across CitiesEnvironment — 3dDecarbonization goals are driving renewed interest in adapting existing buildings, which can preserve materials and reduce embodied carbon while revitalizing civic and educational spaces. Yet converting older buildings into housing remains difficult, even as demand for town-center homes and net-zero progress grows.

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Decorators Offer Seasonal Porch, Deck Design Ideas — 2dHome and outdoor-design stories offer ways to make porches and decks more inviting, from arranging seasonal displays at varied heights to creating comfortable gathering zones with shade and lounge space. One article also points to professional porch-decorating services, while another reports that a Rhode Island mother has turned porch decorating into a business.

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

Four Communities Upgrade Local Sports FacilitiesSports — 2dCommunity recreation facilities are receiving upgrades: Polson’s Mission Valley Aquatics Center has completed its first major renovation in over 13 years, while West Babylon Junior High has revamped its athletic courts. In Eschol Park, a $2.8 million project will add accessible amenities, changerooms and spectator facilities by early 2027, and McAllen is converting a park kickball field into soccer space in a project expected to cost at least $350,000.

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12-Year-Old Girl Killed, Three Adults Wounded in Baltimore ShootingWorld — 4dA 12-year-old girl was killed and three adults were wounded when two men allegedly exchanged gunfire during a dispute over a parking space at a youth football event at Baltimore’s Leon Day Park. The adults’ injuries were not life-threatening, and police were searching for the shooters; no arrests had been reported.

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How to do a push-upLifestyle — Sep 26, 2026For beginners who want chest, arm and core strength with a move that needs only floor space.

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Sam Okafor Keeping elbows at 45 degrees stopped my shoulders from hurting, which is what always stopped me before.

How to parallel parkLifestyle — Sep 26, 2026For new drivers who freeze at curb spots, this gets you into the space on the first calm try.

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Rachel Meyers My dad taught me something similar years ago and it is still the most reliable way in tight spots.

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.

New hubs target youth, health, digital, business needsBusiness — 2dNew community hubs are opening to expand access to resources and opportunity: Barrie’s youth space will be shaped by young people, Zhob’s IT center will offer digital skills training, West Hollywood’s pilot will provide free health and harm-reduction supplies, and Grand Rapids’ Latino hub will support businesses and workforce development. Philadelphia’s planned creative hub is also intended to bring artists, residents and small businesses together.

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Timberwolves, Bucks Set for Preseason Opener — 4dMinnesota opens its preseason against Milwaukee with a reshaped roster, giving the Timberwolves an early chance to build chemistry and test how LaMelo Ball fits alongside Anthony Edwards and Jonathan Kuminga alongside Rudy Gobert. The pairings bring both promise and questions about playing style, spacing and roles, making the preseason a useful first look at whether the new lineup can come together.

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Measure rope to armpits for steady wrist-driven jump rope rhythmLifestyle — Sep 26, 2026For beginners who want steady cardio using a rope anywhere with clear floor space.

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Dana Whitfield I always went longer before but shortening it like this keeps the pace steady for a full ten minutes straight.

Anthropic Shares $660 Million Charity Expense With InvestorsBusiness — 6dAnthropic’s IPO filing reportedly disclosed more than $660 million in noncash stock compensation, highlighting the potential windfall for nonprofits and philanthropies as well as the expense’s impact on shareholders. Omaha organizations are also marking Suicide Prevention Week with a campaign inviting residents to share messages of hope in public spaces.

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Museum redesigns full-scale Trump Oval Office replica with gold accents — 4dThe People’s House museum has revamped its full-scale Oval Office replica to reflect President Donald Trump’s second-term decor, with gold flourishes, 24 gilded portrait frames and replicated objects from the White House. Visitors can experience the West Wing space, which is not included on public White House tours, while the exhibit’s detailed recreations were made by specialists from the U.S. and Canada.

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Tom Gallagher Gold everywhere feels a bit much for an office setting, even if it's accurate to the real one.

US Acknowledges Undisclosed On-Orbit Weapons — Sep 15, 2026China condemned the United States for deploying on‑orbit space weapons, urging Washington to halt preparations for space warfare and to uphold global strategic stability. Beijing reaffirmed its commitment to peaceful space use and warned against weaponising outer space or triggering an arms race, a view echoed as the US, and its allies, pursue space security capabilities.

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UNHCR Warns Funding Shortfall Puts 8.3 Million Refugees at Risk — Sep 29, 2026Available UNHCR funding fell from $5.2B to $3.9B; up to 200,000 women in Chad risk losing safe spaces as 8.3 million face aid cuts.

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Derek Foss Without more money soon, these protection gaps will create bigger problems for everyone involved.

US Acknowledges On-Orbit Space-Control Weapons — Sep 14, 2026The Space Force has deployed on-orbit space control weapons to defend U.S. forces and preserve space superiority, with Air Force Secretary Troy Meink publicly confirming their existence though no technical details were released. The announcements across conferences indicate ongoing development of both kinetic and non-kinetic space capabilities, including potential orbital strike and space-link interdiction, while the specifics remain classified and the broader strategic implications are debated.

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Trump to Create AI Force Modeled on Space Force — Sep 19, 2026Trump posted Saturday he is forming an AI Force modeled on Space Force and will name an AI czar, saying only High I.Q. individuals need apply and vowing not to stifle growth.

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Maya Lindstrom Using current laws for bad actors while pushing growth seems smarter than creating fresh regulations.