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Sesterce plans €10B AI campus in Finland — 15hSesterce plans more than €10B for an AI campus at Finland’s former Kaipola mill, starting at 200MW in 2026 with an anchor customer secured.

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Tennessee expected to start MacIntyre at Arkansas — 1dNo. 15 Tennessee is expected to start George MacIntyre for the first time at Arkansas after he replaced injured Faizon Brandon and went 8 of 10 in a 24-14 win over Auburn.

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The Ground Acquires Elephants, Plans Portland ReturnBusiness — 1dThe Ground will take a majority stake in Elephants Delicatessen; the deli plans an early 2027 return to Uptown Shopping Center, site of its 1979 start.

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All Blacks name McKenzie flyhalf for Bledisloe opener — 21hDamian McKenzie will start at flyhalf for the All Blacks against Australia in the Bledisloe Cup opener, with Beauden Barrett moving to fullback after injuries ruled out Richie Mo’unga and Ruben Love. Scott Barrett returns to the starting side and Shannon Frizell is named on the bench as New Zealand fields an experienced lineup.

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Def Leppard, Goo Goo Dolls Announce 2027 TourEntertainment — 7hDef Leppard will embark on a 45-date North American tour in 2027 with the Goo Goo Dolls and The Struts, beginning March 2 in Allentown, Pennsylvania, and ending July 2 in Indianapolis. The tour includes stops in Detroit and the Little Rock area; presales begin October 12, with general ticket sales starting October 16.

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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.

Icelandair to Launch Seasonal St. Louis FlightsTravel — 1dIcelandair will start seasonal nonstop St. Louis–Keflavík flights on May 14, 2027, three to four times weekly through Oct. 24, with round-trip fares about $500.

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Bahrain Grand Prix start held at Sepang over thunderstorm and safety checks — 4dThe Bahrain GP start at Sepang was delayed after a thunderstorm hit with cars already on the grid; the medical car reported significant standing water and no new start time was set.

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Jared Kim They should delay as long as needed with that much standing water reported. Safety has to come first even if it ruins the schedule.

MLB proposes 154-game season, playoff expansion — 2hMajor League Baseball proposed cutting the regular season from 162 games to 154 starting in 2029, while expanding the Division Series to best-of-seven to create a longer postseason and add player rest. The proposal would also let higher-seeded teams choose their opponents in the first two playoff rounds, beginning in 2027; the changes remain subject to negotiations with the players’ union.

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Braves’ Sale Expected to Start NLDS Game 3 — 2dWeiss held Sale for an NLDS Game 2 bullpen game; Braves won 3-2 to tie 1-1, and the 37-year-old ace (14-9, 2.16 ERA) starts Game 3 against Yamamoto.

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Dana Whitfield Weiss was smart to hold Sale back for a fresh Game 3 start, the bullpen handled Game 2 perfectly to tie it up.

“You don't have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.” — Zig Ziglar, Author and speaker, 1926–2012 — 6dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Dana Whitfield Ziglar's point about starting before you're ready hits home for anyone putting off a big goal.

Georgia beats Vanderbilt 38-14 as Berlowitz starts — 5dVanderbilt quarterback Jared Curtis was sidelined by an undisclosed injury against No. 2 Georgia, prompting Blaze Berlowitz to make his third start of the season. The Commodores lost 38-14; Berlowitz had even volunteered to take wide-receiver reps after losing the starting job.

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Jared Kim Georgia's defense looked dominant again and Vanderbilt's backup just could not move the ball consistently.

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

Portland I-5 Southbound Set to Reopen TonightWeather — 1dOregon transportation officials say the I-5 southbound Rose Quarter construction project finished more than a week early, with reopening starting Wednesday night and traffic expected to resume by midday Thursday. The work repaired and reinforced the roadway and elevated structure, though some ramps and lanes will remain temporarily closed as crews finish re-striping and remove equipment.

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Dolphins' 0-4 Start Tests Rebuilding Plan — 3dThe winless Miami Dolphins have struggled to score, with quarterback Malik Willis and the offense under pressure, but the defense has shown signs of improvement after a difficult start. Coach Jeff Hafley says he expects progress now, while the team’s long-term plan depends on giving its young players experience rather than making short-term changes to chase wins.

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Broncos Coach Payton to Take Larger Offensive Role vs Chargers — 5hSean Payton is expected to take a larger role in the Denver Broncos’ offensive play-calling against the Chargers, with several reports saying he will reclaim the duties from coordinator Davis Webb while another describes a more collaborative arrangement. The move follows a sluggish 2-2 start and an offense ranked near the bottom of the league in scoring and yardage.

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Prime Video to Stream Emmys Live for Free Starting in 2027 — 2dPrime Video will stream the Emmys live free worldwide from September 2027 under a six-year deal, ending decades of network rotation after a 6.7 million-viewer 2026 show.

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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.

Devils host Mammoth after weekend losses as Utah starts strong — 3dThe 2-1 Utah Mammoth visit the 1-1 New Jersey Devils on Tuesday, with both teams looking to rebound from weekend losses. Utah’s potent power play and high-producing top line pose a major test for New Jersey, which is expected to start Jake Allen and will need to improve its special-teams play.

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Jamal Murray Starts Nuggets Preseason GameSports — 3dJamal Murray is set to start against Utah in Denver’s preseason rematch, while Spencer Jones is day-to-day with a hamstring strain that could keep him out of several preseason games. The Nuggets are also weighing roster and lineup questions: salary-cap constraints and limited preseason minutes could hurt Lonnie Walker IV’s bid for a roster spot, and Cam Johnson—not Christian Braun—is identified as the starter most at risk of being demoted.

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Braves’ Chris Sale Game 2 Start Remains Uncertain — 6dChris Sale helped Atlanta clinch its Wild Card Series against Philadelphia by recording the final four outs after starting earlier in the series, leaving his availability for the NLDS against Los Angeles uncertain. Manager Walt Weiss has not ruled out Sale starting Sunday’s Game 2 but says the Braves will prioritize his health, as their thin rotation could otherwise put added pressure on inexperienced starters and the bullpen.

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Marcus Bell They need to keep Sale out Sunday and lean on the bullpen early even if it means more work for the younger guys later on.

Panthers place both starting cornerbacks on injured reserveSports — Sep 30, 2026

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Nicole Hardy Losing both starting corners to IR will leave the Panthers secondary thin and vulnerable all season.

Northern Arizona University starts AI training programs for healthcare workers — 1dNorthern Arizona University's College of Health and Human Services announced Thursday it is now accepting applications for two AI training programs for healthcare employees involved in public and clinical health.

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Marcus Bell These programs are a step forward but should stress ethics and patient privacy so AI supports rather than overrides clinical decisions.

Northern Arizona University starts AI training programs for healthcare workers — 2dNorthern Arizona University's College of Health and Human Services announced Thursday it is now accepting applications for two AI training programs for healthcare employees involved in public and clinical health.

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International Bancshares Plans Texas Exchange ListingFinance — 2dTexas Capital Bancshares began trading on the Texas Stock Exchange after moving its primary listings from Nasdaq, with its tickers expected to change in November. International Bancshares also plans to move its listing to TXSE, starting Oct. 19 under ticker IBOC, as both companies cite their deep Texas ties.

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Gasser, Buehler Set for NLDS Game 4 — 1dThe Brewers will start left-hander Robert Gasser in Game 4 of the NLDS against the Padres, hoping to keep their season alive after a record-tying 12th straight road playoff loss. Gasser was strong late in the regular season, but Milwaukee may rely heavily on its bullpen.

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Churches Across Regions Mark Religious MilestonesLifestyle — 2dOrthodox communities marked the start of the academic year with blessings at Byzantine music, hagiography and mosaics schools, while a Worcester cathedral unveiled newly painted and refurbished icons. Separately, a Byzantine-era St. Nicholas icon missing from a Florida church for more than a century was rediscovered in Greece, and local officials hope to bring it back.

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