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Cities announce local waste collection changesEnvironment — 1dCommunities are announcing changes to local waste services: Pittsville’s bulk pickup is set for Nov. 19, while a city food-scrap program is moving to biweekly collection to expand access, cut emissions and save money. Cheyenne and Bemidji are shifting some trash pickups by a day for the Oct. 12 holiday.

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Juneau Police: Wife Hid Husband’s Remains, Collected Benefits — 5dJuneau police say Ross Pasquan died of severe cardiovascular disease, and his wife concealed his death and kept collecting his Social Security, retirement and Alaska dividend benefits. Investigators found no evidence of foul play or anyone else’s involvement and closed the case after his wife’s death.

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Lacoste Recasts Sportswear as Sensual Fashion at Paris Week — 4dDesigners unveiled upcoming ready-to-wear collections, including Lacoste creative director Pelagia Kolotouros’s sporty, sweat-inspired take and Spring 2027 presentations from Pressiat, Noir Kei Ninomiya, Lanvin and Marine Serre at Paris Fashion Week. The reports highlight the range of labels on the seasonal runway, though most provide few details about the collections themselves.

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Priya Raman I wonder if Lanvin's take will stand out next to all these sporty themes this season.

UNICEF Halloween Drive Hits Nearly $200 Million From Kids — 2dTrick-or-Treat for UNICEF has raised nearly $200 million since 1950, when kids collected $17 in milk cartons for children recovering from World War II.

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Priya Raman My own children do the same drive each year and it teaches them early how to help others instead of just taking candy.

Monticello Farmer LaVerne Rosenstiel Dies at 85Politics — 2dLaVerne G. Rosenstiel, 85, of Monticello, Wisconsin, died peacefully on October 3, 2026, surrounded by his family. A lifelong farmer, he was remembered for his devotion to his wife, children and grandchildren, as well as his community involvement and love of collecting Oliver tractors and toys.

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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.

FBI arrests woman accused of surveilling son of Taiwan's president — 2dThe FBI arrested Irvine real estate agent Wanying “Heather” Zhang at Los Angeles International Airport as she allegedly prepared to fly to China, accusing her of acting as an unregistered Chinese government agent. Federal authorities say she and an associate surveilled the U.S.-based family of Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te’s son in Seattle and collected photos and other identifying information.

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Chris Dalton This spying on a Taiwanese leader's family right here in Seattle is a serious breach that the FBI did well to stop.

Valentino Unveils Maximalist Collection at Paris Library — 3dAlessandro Michele staged Valentino’s Antibiblioteca show at Paris’s 19th-century Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève with bright corsets and a red gown with a giant black bow after a €103 million loss.

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Dana Whitfield Launching this after such big losses shows they're betting hard on turning things around.

Film initiatives spotlight emerging filmmakers, build communityGood News — 2dFilm communities are creating opportunities for emerging artists through a Kansas City festival showcasing local and international work, a new fellowship supporting U.S. Muslim storytellers, and an Amarillo collective that trains filmmakers through productions. At UMass, a student club is building community through group screenings and discussions, underscoring cinema’s role as both a creative platform and a shared experience.

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Rare-Vinyl Shops Span Five StatesMusic — 1dFive distinctive U.S. record stores—from Seattle and Texas to Florida, Alabama and Colorado—offer expansive, ever-changing collections and immersive browsing experiences that celebrate vinyl and local music culture. Features range from a barbershop inside Birmingham’s Seasick Records to the sheer scale of Texas’ Josey Records.

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North Korea Warns Seoul Could Face Collective Retaliation — Sep 24, 2026On Sept. 25, 2026, Kang Chol-su said South Korea, as a "decisive center for collective defense," "will become a decisive target of collective punishment."

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Nicole Hardy Seoul should ignore this warning and keep working with Washington on defense because North Korea only respects strength.

US Music Events Feature Competitions, FundraisingEntertainment — 3dHigh school marching bands are competing in regional and county showcases, while Lancaster students are raising funds for a 2027 trip with a community collection day and free concert. Dayton is also inviting local musicians to apply for its winter Battle of the Bands, which spotlights original music across genres.

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Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

New book gathers George Harrison's candid early Beatles photos — 2dA new book collects George Harrison’s candid photographs of the Beatles’ early years, while the band’s catalog continues to attract attention: “Love Me Do,” their 1962 debut single, remains a landmark in their rise, and Rubber Soul is vying for another UK chart No. 1. The articles also trace the song’s modest start in Britain and subsequent U.S. chart success.

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Sam Okafor George's photos probably capture the real exhaustion and fun before fame took over.

Country History Recalls October 7 Milestones — 2dHistorical retrospectives spotlighted country music milestones and losses, calls to defend a free press alongside Hubert Humphrey’s criticism of the Nixon administration, and a Girl Scout book collection added to a Greenville library. Another look back covered the Dodgers’ 1955 World Series win, Columbia River negotiations, warnings over arms shipments to Egypt, and James Dean’s death.

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Cities Plan Multiple Waste Drop-Off EventsEnvironment — 3dFree household hazardous-waste collection events are planned in Auburn, Alabama; Simsbury, Connecticut, for residents of six nearby towns; and Rutherford County, Tennessee, on Oct. 10, with a separate Foxborough, Massachusetts, event scheduled for Oct. 17. Eligibility, accepted materials and drop-off requirements vary by location, so residents should check local instructions before attending.

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Ravens Merchandise Highlights Jerseys, ApparelSports — 4dThe Baltimore Ravens’ official shop features fan apparel ranging from an oversized hoodie and two-pack of crew socks to game jerseys for Olaivavega Ioane and Nate Wiggins. Its alternate jersey collection highlights a purple “Purple Rising” design with iridescent details and Baltimore-inspired imagery.

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The Big FiveQuizie — QuizThe personality model scientists actually use — five traits, twenty questions, your real percentages, and an AI read of what your mix means.

Smithsonian AI Project Connects Thousands of Revolution Artifacts — 4dThe Smithsonian is using AI in its Revolution Crossroads project to connect artifacts and records across its collections and institutions, helping scholars and the public uncover overlooked stories about people who lived during the American Revolution. Smithsonian leaders say human oversight will remain important as the technology helps expand historical research.

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Dana Whitfield It's great that AI can tie together scattered records to highlight overlooked figures from the Revolution era.

IHG to Debut Noted Collection Brand in Tokyo With Two Hotels — Sep 28, 2026IHG will bring its Noted Collection to Japan with two Tokyo hotels: a 207-room Shinjuku property to be renovated and opened in 2027, and an 81-room new-build in Ginza scheduled for 2029. The signings mark the brand’s first entry into Japan and East Asia-Pacific, pairing hotels’ distinct local identities with IHG’s global network and loyalty program.

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Chris Dalton Ginza getting an 81-room property in 2029 feels like a smart long-term move for IHG to build loyalty with travelers who want local character plus points.

Jack Smith Faces Senate Panel on Trump Probes Amid Partisan Clash — Sep 29, 2026Jack Smith is sole witness at a Sept. 29 Senate hearing as lawmakers whose phone records his Trump probes collected prepare to question him.

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Reader This POS belongs in prison, but it will probably never happen!

Book Lists Spotlight Canadian, Horror, Historical FictionEntertainment — 6dCanadian literature is gaining attention through a wide range of fall and October releases, including novels, memoirs, thrillers, romance and short-story collections by established and emerging writers. The coverage also reflects on CanLit’s growth and international recognition, alongside questions about the forces shaping its literary identity.

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Art Miami Plans 36th Fair With 130 GalleriesEntertainment — 5dArt exhibitions are drawing attention across several cities: Ho Chi Minh City is hosting a fine-arts and ceramics show, while San Francisco’s SFMOMA is presenting BTS member RM’s personal art collection in a co-curated exhibition. Miami’s Art Miami returns in December with galleries from 25 countries and will honor artist Shepard Fairey with its Lifetime Visionary Award.

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Choice Hotels Opens Six Properties, Portfolio Tops 300 — Sep 29, 2026Choice Hotels opened six upscale properties across Colorado, Florida, Vermont and Wisconsin: two Cambria hotels and four Ascend Collection hotels. The openings bring its U.S. upscale portfolio to more than 300 operating hotels, with nearly 150 more in development.

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McCartney’s Paris Show Spotlights Ocean Threats — Sep 30, 2026Stella McCartney’s Spring/Summer 2027 Paris Fashion Week show paired ocean-inspired designs with a call to protect marine life, condemning overfishing and urging people to see sea creatures as more than food. The animal-free collection also underscored her push for sustainable alternatives and greater investment by luxury brands in responsible materials.

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Health Canada suspends Winnipeg Grifols plasma clinic — Sep 23, 2026Health Canada suspended plasma collection at Grifols’ Taylor Avenue clinic in Winnipeg, citing failures to implement corrective actions and maintain an effective quality management system; the company had already paused collections at its Canadian centres. The suspension follows two donor deaths at Winnipeg clinics, though Health Canada found no link between the deaths and the donation process, and advocates and unions say broader investigations and action against Grifols are needed.

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Families honor five women in obituariesLifestyle — Sep 28, 2026Five women—Brenda Thompson, Dorothy Bell Spivey, Karen R. Cilley, Brenda Hayes Tedder and Robin Kathleen Taylor—died between September 28 and 30, 2026. Their obituaries remember lives centered on family and friendship, alongside careers and personal passions ranging from chemistry and civil service to baking, caregiving and collecting.

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