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Ex-FBI negotiator says chasing yes fails because fear drives deals — 15hDeals stick when the other side feels safe and understood, not when you land on a fair split.

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Marcus Bell I've seen the same thing in my own negotiations where pushing for yes ignores the real concerns that make people hesitate.

Marchand injured in Panthers' 2-1 win over Kings — 3dBrad Marchand left Florida’s 2-1 win over Los Angeles with a left-leg injury after a high stick from Kings defenseman Brandt Clarke sent him into the goalpost; Clarke received a four-minute penalty. Matthew Tkachuk scored the game-winner, while the Panthers awaited further information on Marchand’s condition.

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How to season a cast iron skilletLifestyle — Sep 26, 2026For home cooks with a new or dull cast iron pan who want a durable natural non-stick surface.

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Elena Vasquez This method finally got my skillet non-stick without any chemicals, eggs slide right off now.

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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GM Debuts New V-8 Engines for 2027 Pickups — Sep 17, 2026GM's new 6.6-liter V-8 for 2027 Silverado and Sierra pickups makes 481 horsepower and 501 pound-feet of torque as the company sticks with diesel over hybrids.

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Rachel Meyers GM made the right call keeping the diesel V8 instead of rushing into hybrids since most pickup owners still need maximum towing torque.

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.

Belichick, Swinney Prepare for Clemson Showdown — Sep 15, 2026Clemson coach Dabo Swinney is under scrutiny as he reshuffles his staff and sticks with a quarterback change with Tait Reynolds stepping in for a key game against Bill Belichick and North Carolina. Belichick, meanwhile, has expressed deep respect for Clemson's tradition and Swinney's program as the teams prepare for the matchup.

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Masters Keeps Invites Open for Winners of Six National Opens — Sep 21, 2026Augusta National and the R&A are sticking with the Open Qualifying Series to award Masters invitations to the winners of six national opens—Scottish Open, Spanish Open, Japan Open, Hong Kong Open, Australian Open and South African Open—while the Canadian Open winner automatically receives an invitation due to its PGA Tour status. All but the South African Open are scheduled for the fall, preserving the international pathway that also links Masters and The Open.

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Dana Whitfield The fall timing for most events should help link the Masters and Open nicely, though the Canadian Open's automatic spot feels like a solid call too.

US and China Extend Tariff Truce to January 10 — Sep 21, 2026The United States has proposed extending the current US-China trade truce by three to six months, while China seeks a longer extension, with negotiators racing to avert higher tariffs when the November 10 deadline arrives and ahead of a Trump-Xi summit. Key sticking points include rare-earth minerals, agricultural purchases, and broader technology and tariff framework issues as talks continue with no immediate deal, despite productive preliminary discussions.

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Fed Raises Rates Amid Inflation Pressure — Sep 11, 2026With August core inflation sticking higher than expected and markets pricing in a rate hike, Fed Chair Kevin Warsh faces intense pressure to raise rates at the upcoming meeting, testing his independence and credibility. The political backdrop includes President Trump urging looser policy, complicating the central bank’s balance between market credibility and electoral considerations.

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Fashion Guides Highlight Affordable Fall Layers — Sep 10, 2026As fall approaches, editors emphasize versatile, lightweight layers—from cardigans and sweater vests to transitional jackets and shackets—that keep outfits flexible in changing weather while sticking to budget-friendly picks. Highlights include under-$100 staples from Nordstrom, a curated under-$350 fall edit from brands like J.Crew and Reformation, and easy-to-style knits and outerwear for seamless summer-to-fall transitions.

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Colgate Weighs $1 Billion Personal Care Brand Sale — Sep 11, 2026Colgate-Palmolive is weighing the sale of Softsoap, Irish Spring and Speed Stick, with Goldman Sachs guiding a potential divestment that could fetch over $1 billion. The move signals portfolio reshaping as Colgate shifts focus from mass-market personal care to higher-margin oral care amid broader consumer pressures and a need for a long-term turnaround in North America.

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Derek Foss Colgate's shift away from everyday soaps and deodorants toward higher margin oral care looks overdue given the North American slowdown.

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

Parking QR-Code Scams Prompt Warnings Across CitiesPolitics — 5dAuthorities in Boston, Manhattan, Perth and Kinross, and Ann Arbor are warning of parking-payment scams using fraudulent texts or QR-code stickers that send drivers to fake websites to steal personal and financial information. Drivers should avoid suspicious links and QR codes and verify payment instructions through official city or parking-service channels.

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Georgia unveils new 'I Voted' sticker by metro Atlanta artist — Sep 29, 2026

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Tom Gallagher The new design really captures Georgia's spirit better than the old ones did.

Trump sets 34.5 mpg fuel economy standard by 2031 — Sep 28, 2026President Trump approved new CAFE targets far below Biden’s 50.4 mpg rule, promising lower sticker prices and room for the trucks and SUVs Americans actually buy as NHTSA finalizes the change.

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Tom Gallagher This rollback to 34.5 mpg feels realistic given how many families actually drive trucks and SUVs every day.

Most drivers check tire pressure at the wrong timeLifestyle — Sep 27, 2026For any driver who wants even wear and solid grip; five minutes with a gauge keeps every tire at the sticker number.

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Elena Vasquez My dad drilled into me to match the door sticker exactly and I never had a blowout since. The timing part explains why so many still run low.

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.