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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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Reports: Oleshky Residents Risk Mined Roads for FoodWorld — 1dResidents of Russian-occupied Oleshky in southern Ukraine face severe shortages of food, water and medicine, with the last reported food deliveries arriving in May. Some risk crossing mined roads under drone threat to obtain supplies, while others remain trapped; Russia acknowledges supply problems but blames Ukraine, and Kyiv says Moscow rejected proposed evacuation routes.

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Erosion, Flooding Threaten North-Central CommunitiesEnvironment — Sep 13, 2026Communities in Vietnam, Nigeria and the UK are reporting severe erosion and flooding that threaten homes, livelihoods, and infrastructure, spurring urgent calls for sustained government intervention and resilient planning. Vietnam faces rapid riverbank erosion along the Nhat Le River endangering agricultural land; in Nigeria residents describe long-running erosion that has displaced people and damaged roads and homes; in Oxfordshire, locals urge planning safeguards to manage upstream development and reduce flood risk.

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Gaza City Collapse Kills At Least 11World — Sep 16, 2026Gaza City buildings have repeatedly collapsed following Israeli strikes, with civil defense and volunteers pulling survivors from the rubble while authorities report dozens dead and many others missing or displaced, underscoring a wider humanitarian crisis as reconstruction stalls and aid and equipment remain scarce. The incidents highlight ongoing dangers for residents and responders alike amid restricted imports and limited heavy machinery, complicating rescue efforts and recovery efforts.

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Rivian R2 VIN Count Reportedly Tops 11,000Auto — Sep 9, 2026Rivian unveiled 2027 updates to the R1S/R1T including a six-seat R1S configuration and streamlined trim tiers aligned with the R2, alongside continued color and package refreshes. The R2 program is ramping production, with VIN counts climbing into the 11,000s and a second shift planned, as Borealis becomes the final new exterior color while owners report strong real-world performance alongside some quality issues.

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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.

Global Race for Intelligent Robots IntensifiesTech — Sep 16, 2026A global race to build general-purpose robot intelligence and autonomous systems is accelerating, with US and Chinese firms pushing embodied robots and robotaxi-scale deployments that could redefine homes, factories, hospitals, and energy use, including a looming surge in electric-vehicle charging demand. At the same time, discussions—ranging from serious regulatory concerns to tongue-in-cheek warnings—underscore that safety, governance, and societal risks must accompany the rapid technological advances.

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Classic Westerns Top Recent Genre Rankings — Sep 24, 2026Classic Westerns are drawing renewed attention through recent rankings: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly remains IMDb’s highest-ranked Western, High Noon topped a suspense-focused list as a remake moves forward, and The Shootist placed among John Wayne’s best films. Their histories also include notable refusals—Charles Bronson passed on roles in The Good, the Bad and the Ugly and The Shootist, while Wayne rejected Little Big Man—and modern films continue to reinvent the genre with darker themes and morally complex characters.

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Rare RWB Porsche and High-Mileage 911 Among Five Collector Cars Listed — Sep 20, 2026Across five notable classics, buyers are paying six-figure sums for especially rare or well-documented machines: a Nakai-built RAUH-Welt Begriff 964 commands six-figure attention with estimates around $130,000–$230,000, a clean 1982 Porsche 911 SC sits in the $70k range, and a 992 GT3 RS with Weissach and Manthey packages is valued around $380k–$480k with $425k likely close. Meanwhile, low-mileage 2005 Dodge Viper SRT-10 Copperhead editions are fetching roughly $60k–$75k, and a 1968 Shelby GT500KR Convertible is trading in the $210k–$235k region with recent sales showing similar strength for top-condition examples.

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Dana Whitfield A low-mileage Copperhead Viper at 60k feels like better value than the new GT3 RS.

Readers Favor Comfort Recipes, Versatile DishesLifestyle — Sep 11, 2026AOL highlights Pineapple Casserole as the South’s top bake-and-take, praising its simplicity, transportability, and versatile role as a side or dessert. Other recipe-roundups emphasize accessible, season-spanning comfort food—from a versatile roasted-pepper dip that rethinks romesco to slow-cooker mains and fall-flavored favorites like Mississippi mud pie bars and honey-apple crumbles.

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Ralph Lauren Returns to Runway with Spring 2027 Collection — Sep 9, 2026Ralph Lauren’s Spring 2027 collection leans into his enduring codes—masculine tailoring, romantic shirting, and timeless Americana—while recombining them with lighter, more lived-in touches that feel both familiar and refreshed. The show drew a star-studded front row and reinforces Lauren’s influence as the fashion world seeks continuous reinvention.

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Tom Gallagher Seeing the front row packed again shows his pull hasn't faded. Good to have him back on the runway.

Brewers’ Woodruff Hopes for World Series Return — 6dBrewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff, sidelined since July with a shoulder injury and left off the NL Division Series roster, is working toward a possible return if Milwaukee reaches the World Series. He is not expected to be ready for the next round and still must clear several throwing and recovery steps, leaving a comeback uncertain and potentially risky.

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Nicole Hardy If he needs more throwing sessions before being cleared then Milwaukee might have to go without him no matter how far they advance.

Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

Bloomia reports $11.2M loss on $48.1M revenue after tulip shiftFinance — Sep 21, 2026Bloomia Holdings rebranded from Lendway to Bloomia, realigned its fiscal year to June 30 to fit seasonal tulip operations, and pursued a strategic shift into specialty tulip agriculture after acquiring fresh-cut tulip capabilities in 2024 while discontinuing lending and in-store marketing. For FY2026, it posted about $48.1 million in revenue with a $11.2 million net loss driven by a $13.2 million non-cash impairment and industry-wide mite-related waste, while debt fell roughly 36% to $21.7 million; a rights offering raised $12.1 million to reduce debt and management is trimming costs and expecting margin gains from price increases and mite-control measures.

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Rachel Meyers Cutting debt by over a third through the rights offering was smart, gives them a better shot at stabilizing the tulip side.

Somyn Journal app swaps calorie counts for emotional reflectionsBusiness — Sep 19, 2026Aurora Dawn Ventures has released Somyn Journal, a reflection-based app that replaces number-driven tracking with open-ended prompts about emotions and body sensations to help users gain context on personal habits around food, movement, and relationships. By focusing on how they feel rather than counts, users build a personal record that reveals patterns, such as energy from home cooking or physical tension from certain interactions, aimed at reducing anxiety and disconnection from the body.

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Elena Vasquez This approach could help people notice how home-cooked meals boost their mood without obsessing over numbers.

Electra Studies $530M-$675M North American Nickel Refinery — Sep 16, 2026Electra Battery Materials announced initial engineering results for the first phase of a two-phase nickel refinery near Toronto that would convert mine-derived feedstock and recycled battery black mass into nickel metal and battery-grade nickel sulfate at about 20,000 tonnes per year, with nickel and cobalt recoveries above 97%. The project aims to strengthen North American supply chains, reduce reliance on Chinese processing, and may require roughly $530–$675 million for the first phase, with a second phase potentially adding another 20,000 tonnes of nickel capacity, as CEO Trent Mell emphasizes domestic refinement for industrial, military, and EV applications.

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Maya Lindstrom This refinery could help secure battery materials for EVs without depending on Chinese processing, which is long overdue.

South Africa Open to US Talks Despite Curbs — Sep 26, 2026South Africa remains open to talks with the United States despite new visa restrictions, with Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola saying Pretoria wants to avoid retaliation and preserve an important economic relationship. The discussions had included mining investment and Black ownership and employment rules, amid wider disputes over land reform, racial-equity policies and South Africa’s case against Israel at the International Court of Justice.

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The grammar gatekeeper testQuizie — QuizTwelve spelling and grammar traps that catch almost everyone. Pass, and the AI knights you. Fail, and it's gentle about it. Mostly.

Hadjar Returns for Red Bull at Azerbaijan GP — Sep 21, 2026Red Bull confirms Isack Hadjar is cleared to return for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after recovering from a wrist injury, rejoining Max Verstappen at the Baku City Circuit. Liam Lawson returns to Racing Bulls after substituting for three races, while Yuki Tsunoda resumes his reserve role, and the team thanks Lawson for his contributions during Hadjar's absence.

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Jared Kim Tsunoda returning to reserve feels like the right call but it leaves him waiting longer for a proper shot.

N.C. State routs Richmond 73-0 in record-setting opener — Sep 12, 2026NC State overwhelmed Richmond 73-0 in Raleigh, rebounding from a season-opening loss as Duke Scott ran for 128 yards and CJ Bailey threw for 281 yards with a rushing score, while Will Wilson added three short rushing TDs and a touchdown pass. The Wolfpack dominated with seven of eight first-half drives scoring and delivered a 90-minute lightning delay, holding Richmond to 110 total yards in a dominant home-opener performance that improved Doeren’s record in such games.

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Rachel Meyers NC State put together a complete performance after that tough opener, the defense really clamped down all game.

Reuben’s Monaco Tax Residency Dates to 2014Finance — 2dTaxWatch records indicate David Reuben has been resident in Monaco since at least 2014, contradicting reports that his recent departure from his London home was prompted by Britain’s tax changes; his spokesperson confirmed his residency but did not explain his reasons. The case has fueled debate over wealthy people relocating in response to tax policies, as California considers a one-time billionaire levy and officials face the challenge of determining residency and collecting it.

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Belmont Park reopens after $555M rebuildSports — Sep 18, 2026Belmont Park reopened after a multi-year, roughly $550 million reconstruction that modernizes the venue with a smaller, glass-fronted grandstand, new racing surfaces, and expanded paddock space, as New York gears up for a return of the Belmont Stakes in 2027. The opening drew a capacity crowd and a first win for Lisa Joy with jockey Antonio Fresu, while fans and officials balanced excitement for the era-altering redesign with nostalgia for the old track as they anticipate major events like the Wood Memorial and Breeders’ Cup to help redefine New York racing.

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AL West Race Could Produce Losing-Record Playoff Team — Sep 23, 2026The Rangers and Astros are tied for first in the AL West at 78-79, putting the division at risk of producing MLB’s first full-season champion with a losing record. History offers a reminder that weak regular-season teams can still make postseason runs: the 2021 Braves won the World Series despite having the worst record among playoff teams.

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Louisiana Map Reduces Scotlandville Black Voting-Age Share — 5dA Supreme Court ruling prompted Louisiana to redraw the district that includes Scotlandville, a predominantly Black Baton Rouge community, reducing its Black voting-age population from 53% to 25% and placing it in a majority-white district. Rep. Cleo Fields says he will not seek reelection, leaving residents concerned about losing a representative with deep ties to the community and its needs.

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UBS Reaffirms Buy Rating on ASML After Quarterly Results — Sep 28, 2026UBS reiterated its Buy rating on ASML, joining a generally positive analyst consensus that remains “Moderate Buy.” The company recently reported quarterly earnings of $8.65 per share on $10.62 billion in revenue.

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House Fires Kill Dogs in Three CommunitiesWorld — 4dHouse fires in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, and Los Osos, California, killed dogs; Los Osos residents were displaced and received Red Cross assistance, while no human injuries were reported in Cape Girardeau and the cause remains under investigation. A separate report also described a puppy dying in a Ridgefield, Washington, rental-home fire.

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Russia plans record 2027 defense budget, civilian cutsPolitics — Sep 27, 2026Russia is shifting public funds toward defense and war-related payments as budget pressures mount, with proposed national cuts to education, health care and other civilian programs alongside steep reductions in several federal medical projects. In the Tula region, more than 54 million rubles earmarked for support to foster families, orphans and other residents was redirected to payments for military personnel and their families.

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