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Apple Names Steve Smith M&A Chief in Latest Shake-Up Under Ternus — 1dApple returned M&A to finance for the first time since 2019, naming Steve Smith to replace Perica; Perica, a 2024 OpenAI ChatGPT deal figure, shifts fully under Cue.

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Journey Drummer Hospitalized During Tulsa Concert — 1dJourney drummer Deen Castronovo was taken to a hospital after a medical emergency on stage at the Tulsa concert shortly after the second song; Steve Toomey filled in as the show continued.

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Steve Martin, Bluegrass Stars Recast ‘Old Town Road’ — 1dSteve Martin and Alison Brown have reworked Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road” as a banjo-led bluegrass song, with new humorous lyrics by Martin. Bluegrass veterans Del McCoury and Dan Tyminski join the collaboration, which swaps the original’s country-trap production for acoustic strings.

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Steve ferries an iguana back after spotting it swimming four miles off Key West — 4dSteve found an iguana swimming four miles off Key West, helped it onto his kayak cooler, and rode toward shore until it slipped off near the mangroves and swam in on its own. He posted the clip Oct. 18, 2017.

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Steve Gleason reflects on ALS fight at Superdome 20 years after blocked punt — 4dSteve Gleason’s 2006 blocked punt in the Saints’ first Superdome game after Hurricane Katrina became a symbol of hope for New Orleans and helped bring him a platform to advocate for people with ALS. As the team marks the play’s 20th anniversary, Gleason—diagnosed with ALS in 2011—reflects on his ongoing fight, his work through Team Gleason and the meaning he continues to find in life.

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Dana Whitfield Seeing him still push forward with Team Gleason after all these years makes his story stand out as one of real purpose beyond the field.

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.

FCC Weighs AI Political Robocalls Ahead of MidtermsPolitics — 2dThe FCC fined Steve Kramer $6M for 2024 Biden deepfake robocalls telling NH voters not to vote. It now weighs a Club for Growth waiver for unsolicited AI political cellphone calls before Nov. 3.

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Steve Kazee Defends Jenna Dewan Amid DWTS Criticism — Sep 30, 2026Jenna Dewan has faced criticism on Dancing With the Stars over her previous dance experience, and her fiancé Steve Kazee praised her hard work and persistence amid the backlash. Dewan says judges may hold her to a higher standard, but she is enjoying the experience and focusing on improving rather than the scores.

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Nevada Coach Steve Alford Plans Retirement After 2026-27 — Sep 24, 2026Steve Alford will retire after the 2026-27 season at Nevada, ending a 36-year career with a 724-386 record that ranks 10th among active Division I coaches.

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Maya Lindstrom Moving through six programs and still hitting those win totals takes consistency most coaches never reach.

Saints plan 20-year post-Katrina Superdome celebration — Oct 3, 2026The New Orleans Saints are marking the 20th anniversary of their post-Hurricane Katrina return to the Superdome with a celebration during Monday night’s game against the Atlanta Falcons. The events honor the 2006 “Domecoming,” including Steve Gleason and Curtis Deloatch, and feature New Orleans musicians and a special halftime show.

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Steve Belichick Resigns as UNC Coordinator After Investigation — Sep 17, 2026Steve Belichick resigns as UNC defensive coordinator effective Oct. 27; university probe found isolated disregard for Carolina values, Stoyer said.

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Marcus Bell Stepping down over even one lapse in values keeps the program from looking like it tolerates shortcuts.

Reports: Analysts Compare Purdy to Brady, Young — 6dBrock Purdy has led the 49ers to a 3-0 start with 789 passing yards and nine touchdowns through three games, drawing praise as he produces despite questions about the team’s supporting cast. Analyst Dan Orlovsky compared his play to Tom Brady’s Patriots peak, while former players T.J. Ward and James Jones said Purdy’s passing, running and ability to elevate teammates recall 49ers great Steve Young.

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

Jonathan Karl, Scalise Spar Over Media Ban — Sep 20, 2026House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) defended President Donald Trump’s ban on three news organizations from the White House, which led to a war of words with ABC’s Jonathan… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Tom Gallagher Both men came off looking defensive in that exchange instead of addressing the actual issues.

Clippers name LA attorney John Gibson interim CEO amid Ballmer ban — Sep 21, 2026Clippers named attorney John S. Gibson interim CEO on Sept. 21, 2026, as Steve Ballmer serves a one-year NBA ban after a $30 million fine and five forfeited first-round picks.

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Priya Raman This interim CEO pick looks like a practical step for the Clippers while Ballmer sits out.

Kushner, Witkoff Accused of ‘Total Malpractice’ in Iran Talks — Sep 15, 2026U.S. envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff have been accused of “total malpractice” regarding their handling of talks with Iran. A former White House official accused the pair, s… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Maya Lindstrom These talks were already fragile and poor handling by unqualified envoys only makes reaching any agreement harder.

UNC GM Lombardi Resigns Amid Football InvestigationSports — Sep 23, 2026North Carolina’s offense has struggled, with quarterback Billy Edwards near the bottom of ACC passing rankings and the line giving up frequent sacks, though the Tar Heels have a productive group of running backs. The program is also navigating upheaval after General Manager Michael Lombardi and defensive coordinator Steve Belichick resigned; details of a university investigation have not been released, and one account argues Lombardi’s departure could benefit the team.

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What were you actually built to do?Quizie — QuizNot the job you have — the one your wiring has been begging for. Twelve questions and the AI writes the job description.

Kawhi Leonard Returns to Raptors in Trade — Sep 11, 2026The proposed Kawhi Leonard trade between the Clippers and Raptors remains in flux as the Clippers’ front office lacks an interim governor after the NBA imposed a $30 million fine and suspensions on owner Steve Ballmer, Gillian Zucker, and Lawrence Frank for a salary-cap circumvention investigation, complicating league approval of the deal. Despite assurances there is no league-level holdup, internal governance issues and ongoing investigations continue to delay finalizing Leonard’s return to Toronto in exchange for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, and multiple draft assets.

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Federal Prosecutors Reportedly Probe Clippers Over Leonard Deals — Sep 11, 2026Federal prosecutors have opened a criminal investigation in Brooklyn into whether the Los Angeles Clippers secretly arranged endorsement deals to circumvent the NBA salary cap, a probe that follows the league’s $30 million penalty, loss of five first-round picks, and ballpark suspensions for owner Steve Ballmer. While at least one subpoena has been issued and details remain unclear, the case is unfolding alongside ongoing NBA sanctions and prior independent findings, with the team denying wrongdoing and weighing legal challenges, and related SEC inquiries into involved contractors such as Daktronics.

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Elena Vasquez Ballmer's team should face real consequences if they broke rules to keep Leonard under the radar.

School Staff Face Indictments in Ohio, VirginiaPolitics — 3dIn Cincinnati, assistant principal Steven Barton faces additional sexual-battery and grooming charges tied to four more students, on top of charges involving a 16-year-old; prosecutors allege he used his school position to access and exploit students. In Virginia’s Albemarle County, former school employee Michael Swiney faces nine additional sexual-abuse charges after three more children came forward, while three current or former district administrators were indicted separately over alleged failures to report suspected child abuse.

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Obama to rally with El-Sayed at Detroit campaign event — 4dObama hits Detroit with El-Sayed and Benson on Oct. 24 as Michigan early voting opens, after El-Sayed's sub-one-point primary win over Stevens.

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Derek Foss Benson might benefit from the extra attention but she still needs to show she can win on her own.

Silver Alerts span Utah, Wisconsin, TexasWorld — 4dSilver Alerts are active for Brandon Hope, 61, missing from Spring City, Utah, since Sept. 30, and 79-year-old Steven Kolubako, missing in Wausau, Wisconsin, with dementia and other medical concerns. Beaumont police found 76-year-old Arvesta Hadnot and discontinued his alert.

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Alker wins fourth Champions Tour title of season — 5dNew Zealand golfer Steven Alker won the Jefferson Lehigh Valley Classic by one stroke, earning his fourth PGA Tour Champions victory of the season and 14th career title. The 55-year-old has won three of his last four starts and finished runner-up in the other, despite dealing with a back issue and his regular caddie’s illness.

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Dexter confronts midlife crisis and rival killers in season 2 trailer — Oct 1, 2026I'm older. I'm wiser. Things are gonna get messy, Dexter says as Resurrection season 2 sets an October 30 Paramount+ premiere with Brian Cox and Dan Stevens as rival killers.

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Priya Raman I wonder if the personal struggles will end up distracting Dexter from hunting effectively or sharpen his focus instead.

UFC 333 Title Fights Headline Abu Dhabi Press ConferenceSports — Sep 16, 2026UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi on October 24 features Volkanovski defending his featherweight title against undefeated Movsar Evloev, with Petr Yan facing Merab Dvalishvili in a co-main event, as the four fighters and other key card participants attended a media press conference. In addition to UFC 333 coverage, MMA outlets preview UFC 331 with faceoffs among Tsarukyan, Ruffy, Steveson, Sharaf, Freire, and Choi, highlighting the ongoing build-up to the events and the variety of main-card matchups discussed at the official press events.

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Bears win boosts Caleb Williams MVP odds after record Week 1 scoring — Sep 17, 2026BetMGM prop odds move for Tony Pollard, Jacoby Brissett, and Rhamondre Stevenson shape early-season betting markets, while prediction markets evaluate the Los Angeles versus Denver game and related settlement rules. Chicago’s Week 1 offensive surge under Ben Johnson has boosted Bears scoring and Caleb Williams’ MVP chatter, fueling shifts in futures and Week 2 expectations.

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Marcus Bell The new offensive scheme under Johnson is already paying off big for Chicago but one week won't decide if Williams stays in the conversation.