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Regulators Fine Amex $350 Million Over AML FailuresFinance — 2hU.S. regulators took enforcement action against American Express over anti-money-laundering failures, with the OCC imposing a $350 million penalty and a cease-and-desist order and the Federal Reserve issuing a separate order. The OCC said systemic monitoring and reporting breakdowns led to the delayed identification and reporting of about $13 billion in suspected money laundering activity over the past decade.

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Cultural fashion shows spotlight designers across citiesLifestyle — 1dIndigenous designers are gaining visibility through fashion events, including the Black Hills Powwow’s Native-led runway show in Rapid City, which is expanding with a free daytime program, and New York Indigenous Fashion Week, which featured 30 designers. Organizers describe the shows as platforms for Indigenous creativity, cultural expression and broader opportunities in fashion.

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Irving Returns Durant’s Praise Ahead of Macao Matchup — 1dKevin Durant praised Kyrie Irving’s ball-handling as a skill he would add to his game, and Irving responded by expressing their mutual respect ahead of the Rockets-Mavericks preseason matchup in Macao. Irving has also been linked to trade speculation, including a possible move to Houston, but remains with Dallas for now.

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Tommy’s Plans Terror at 15 Michigan Car WashesLifestyle — 3dTommy’s Express is bringing its Tunnel of Terror haunted car-wash experience back to 15 Michigan locations this Halloween season. Riders stay in their cars as they encounter jump scares, eerie sounds and other spooky effects during the slow, roughly three-minute wash.

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Voters cite inflation, economy ahead of 2026 midtermsPolitics — 3dInflation and the cost of living are major concerns for voters heading into the midterms, cited by early voters in Ohio and New Mexico and by Latino voters in Pennsylvania. In New Mexico, a poll found inflation was the top issue for one-third of voters, while Pennsylvania voters expressed differing views of the economy and President Trump’s performance.

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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.

Iowa Coach Ferentz Dismisses West Coast Travel ConcernsSports — 4dIowa coach Kirk Ferentz brushed off concerns about the team’s Friday trip to Washington, saying travel is no excuse. He also said Iowa is working to improve its running game and offensive balance, expressing optimism while stressing that the team still has to execute.

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Titans 0-4 After Ravens Loss, Saleh Backs Ward — 4dThe winless Tennessee Titans fell to 0-4 after a 24-18 loss to Baltimore, with turnovers and failed goal-line chances undermining an otherwise competitive defensive effort. Coach Robert Saleh praised Cam Ward’s progress and expressed confidence in his future, while acknowledging the team must cut costly mistakes and improve in key situations.

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Tuchel voices sympathy for clubless Raheem Sterling after career struggles — 6dEngland manager Thomas Tuchel expressed sympathy for Raheem Sterling, saying the forward has struggled since leaving Manchester City and hoping he can revive his career. Sterling is without a club after spells at Chelsea, Arsenal and Feyenoord, and is awaiting sentencing after pleading guilty to dangerous-driving and nitrous oxide offenses.

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Jared Kim Tuchel's right to sympathize but Sterling brought some of this on himself with those driving charges.

Packers Linebacker Edgerrin Cooper Could Miss Season — 4dPackers coach Matt LaFleur says the team will keep veteran guard Kevin Zeitler sidelined until he is ready, warned running back Kaleb Johnson that fumbles could cost him playing time, and expressed dissatisfaction with the offense. Green Bay also fears linebacker Edgerrin Cooper could miss the rest of the season with an Achilles injury, while LaFleur is keeping the focus on players ahead of the rivalry game with Chicago rather than matching Bears coach Ben Johnson’s personal approach.

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Mariota Ruled Out of London Game With Knee Injury — Sep 30, 2026The Commanders ruled out Jayden Daniels, who is recovering from a dislocated left elbow, for their Week 4 game against the Colts in London and named Marcus Mariota the starter. Daniels had returned to limited practice and expressed hope he could play, but Washington said it would reassess his status for the following week.

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Amber Guyger Granted Parole After Seven Years in Botham Jean Murder — Oct 1, 2026Amber Guyger, the former Dallas police officer convicted of murdering Botham Jean in 2018, was approved for parole after serving about seven years of her 10-year sentence. The parole board cited her prison record and rehabilitation programs, while Jean’s family expressed deep disappointment and said the decision shortchanges accountability.

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

San Francisco Leaders Withdraw Yekutiel Endorsements After Allegations — Oct 1, 2026San Francisco District 8 candidate Manny Yekutiel suspended his campaign after new allegations that he groped two men without consent at a 2023 Pride event; the reports also revived a 2020 assault allegation. Mayor Daniel Lurie and other prominent backers withdrew their endorsements, while Yekutiel denied assaulting anyone, expressed regret for any crossed boundaries and has not been charged with a crime.

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Guinea-Bissau Military Bars Ex-President Embaló’s Return — 6dGuinea-Bissau’s military authorities have barred ousted President Umaro Sissoco Embaló from returning from exile ahead of December elections, citing security risks and the need to preserve public order; political activity restrictions remain in force. Residents expressed mixed views, with some saying Embaló should be allowed to return and voters decide his future, while others accepted the junta’s claim that his safety could not be guaranteed.

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Elena Vasquez Barring the former president from even coming home makes the upcoming elections look rigged before they start.

Left meme mocks J.D. Vance expression toward Trump — Sep 17, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Left today.

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AmEx reaches 190 million merchants, doubles overseas footprint — Sep 28, 2026American Express says its cards are now accepted at more than 190 million merchant locations worldwide, with acceptance outside the U.S. more than doubling in four years. The company is targeting travel destinations, major-event cities and spending categories such as restaurants to narrow its acceptance gap with Visa and Mastercard and encourage more card use.

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Maya Lindstrom They are targeting the right spots like restaurants and events but still lag behind Visa and Mastercard in too many places.

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.

History, meaning, and 3 expressions of "human dignity" — Sep 9, 2026Pope Leo XIV reflects on human dignity as rooted in creation and expressed through intelligence, conscience and freedom according to Gaudium et Spes.

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Nicole Hardy Freedom as part of dignity explains why forcing beliefs on others always feels wrong.

Rubio voices hope reform efforts at UN will continue — Sep 24, 2026In a 52 second statement Secretary Marco Rubio expresses hope that reform efforts at the United Nations will continue. He stresses the commitment to remove bureaucracy and waste while holding the institution accountable to American taxpayer

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Five Men Held in RAF Fairford Terror Probe Released on Bail — Sep 27, 2026A local farmer’s 999 call after she spotted suspicious vans and masked men near RAF Fairford led to five arrests on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act and explosives offenses; authorities say the investigation is ongoing and have not confirmed a motive or link to Iran. The farmer later criticized police and security services’ handling of the incident, while the defense secretary expressed gratitude for her alert but said she had only a partial picture.

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The right to play: displaced by conflict — Sep 9, 2026Charities help children displaced by conflict regain confidence and skills through play programs that restore routine and expression.

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Sam Okafor These kids deserve safe spaces to play even after losing everything to war.

HUTCHMED Begins Global Phase Ia HMPL-A830 Trial — Sep 28, 2026HUTCHMED has begun the Phase Ia portion of a global first-in-human trial of HMPL-A830 in patients with advanced or metastatic solid tumors, with the first dose given in China on September 24. The antibody-targeted therapy is designed to deliver a KRAS inhibitor to EGFR-expressing tumors while blocking both KRAS and EGFR signaling; the early-stage study will assess safety, dosing and preliminary anti-tumor activity.

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Chris Dalton Starting the first dose in China is practical but the global part will show if it works across populations.

Study Finds Dogs Distinguish Human Facial EmotionsScience — Sep 10, 2026New science confirms dogs are proficient at reading human emotions through facial expressions, body language, and tone, with happier faces triggering reward-related brain activity while negative expressions elicit distinct neural patterns. Additional findings emphasize that dogs communicate through stillness and other cues, signaling fear or uncertainty as a sophisticated form of social communication rather than mere obedience.

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Qantas Ground Workers Plan Strikes During School Holidays Over Pay — Sep 17, 2026About 600 Qantas ground workers and roughly 100 Australian air Express staff plan a 24-hour strike next week during school holidays, after an A$90 million unlawful-outsourcing fine.

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Jared Kim I get the workers are upset after that huge outsourcing fine, but striking during school holidays will ruin too many family trips.

White House shares military clip on no man left behind — Sep 15, 2026The 29-second clip shows scenes of American service members with text stating no man left behind and the phrase God bless America. It is spreading for its direct expression of national commitment to those in uniform. @WhiteHouse

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Bailey Addresses Fumble in Vanderbilt Loss — Sep 22, 2026NC State quarterback CJ Bailey said he was trying to run out the clock when he fumbled at the end of the Vanderbilt game, costing a shocking 35-31 loss, while Miles Capers’ forced fumble sealed the comeback for Vanderbilt. Coach Dave Doeren defended the clock-milking decision and Bailey’s overall performance, with Bailey expressing accountability and the team looking ahead to a matchup with App State.

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