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College GameDay plans Provo return for top-10 showdown — 8hCollege GameDay returns to Provo on Oct. 17 for the first time since 2009 as No. 3 Notre Dame (6-0) meets No. 8 BYU (5-0); resale tickets have hit $26,000.

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Tennessee ends Fayetteville drought, beats Arkansas 24-17 — 2dNo. 15 Tennessee beat Arkansas 24-17 in Fayetteville, ending a four-game road losing streak against the Razorbacks and winning there for the first time since 2001. First-time starter George MacIntyre helped keep the Vols in the game, while DeSean Bishop’s late touchdown drive sealed the win and extended Arkansas’ SEC losing streak.

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Trump Expected to Honor Musk, Tech Leaders — 3dTrump will award National Medals of Science to Musk, Brin, Huang and Su on Oct. 8—his first time personally presenting either honor—with technology medals for Dell and Nadella.

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Rubio Announces ICC Sanctions, Warns US Will End Court if Concerns Persist1 source — 1dThe Trump administration is escalating its campaign against the International Criminal Court, imposing financial sanctions on the institution itself for the first time as President… — by Andrew Powell

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Maya Lindstrom Threatening to dismantle the court altogether risks weakening any real accountability for war crimes worldwide.

White Sox Seek Game 4 Win After Guardians Rally — 4dThe White Sox bring a 2-0 lead over the Guardians back to Rate Field, one win from reaching the ALCS for the first time since 2005. They can clinch a postseason series at home for the first time since the 1906 World Series, with strong fan demand driving Game 3 tickets to sell out and resale prices sharply higher.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Trump Approves Firing Squad Execution For Jihadist Fort Hood Shooter — 4dFor the first time since 1961, the United States Army will execute someone by firing squad.

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Apple Names Steve Smith M&A Chief in Latest Shake-Up Under Ternus — 2dApple 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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Tennessee expected to start MacIntyre at Arkansas — 4dNo. 15 Tennessee is expected to start George MacIntyre for the first time at Arkansas after he replaced injured Faizon Brandon and went 8 of 10 in a 24-14 win over Auburn.

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US declines OSCE election observers for midtermsPolitics — 4dU.S. declines OSCE observers for Nov. 3, 2026 midterms for the first time since 2002, joining Russia and Belarus; DOJ plans 1,000 of its own monitors.

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LA28 torch relay to visit all 50 states for first time — Sep 29, 2026LA28 will send the Olympic torch through all 50 states for the first time, starting in Atlanta in spring 2028 ahead of the July 14 Opening Ceremony.

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Jared Kim It's smart to start the relay in Atlanta with its Olympic history.

Red Bulls host San Diego FC with both sides chasing playoffs — 2dNew York Red Bulls host San Diego FC on Saturday with both clubs fighting to revive their playoff hopes: New York is eighth in the East and winless in four straight at home, while San Diego sits 12th in the West and has gone five games without a win. The clubs meet competitively for the first time during New York’s Noche Latina celebration.

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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.

Murder Accomplice’s Parole Hearing Set for 2031World — 4dTadaryl Shipp, Christa Pike’s accomplice in the 1995 torture and murder of Colleen Slemmer, is serving life in prison plus 25 years; because he was 17 at the time, he was not eligible for the death penalty. His first parole request was denied in 2025, and his next hearing is scheduled for October 2031.

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Bartunkova Ousts Sabalenka at China Open — Oct 4, 2026Bartunkova beat world No. 2 Sabalenka 6-4, 6-3 at the China Open, the first time since 2015 the top two seeds missed the round of 16.

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Tom Gallagher Sabalenka looked flat from the start and never found her rhythm. Bartunkova took full advantage of the openings.

Naples Airport Board Faces First Election — 5dNaples voters and Collier County residents will elect the Naples Airport Authority’s five commissioners for the first time, replacing a system in which the Naples City Council appointed them. Seat 5 candidates include aviation business owners Keith West and Jason Brooke; Seat 4 candidates are attorney and aircraft owner John Goede and retired attorney and pilot Rick Mellon.

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Lightning beat Capitals 3-1 as Carlson faces former team — Oct 3, 2026Lightning beat Capitals 3-1 in their home opener as John Carlson faced Washington for the first time after 17 seasons.

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Priya Raman Carlson looked solid in his first game back but the Capitals still could not find enough offense to match Tampa Bay.

Support Trump vs Support DemocratsYourlist — VS BattleEvery executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.

Communities, nonprofits expand housing supportLifestyle — 3dCommunity organizations are expanding housing support for people facing financial or other barriers, from rebuilding unsafe homes in Vietnam and providing affordable housing for seniors to furnishing homes for people starting over and developing residences with care for adults with special needs. Separate initiatives also highlight the need for first-time buyers to better understand mortgages and homeownership costs.

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LPGA Announces 2027 Schedule With Record $147M Purses — 3dThe LPGA’s 2027 schedule features 33 tournaments and a record $147 million in prize money, with routing designed to cut travel by about 12,000 miles and give players more time to recover. The slate adds new events and prestigious venues, including a first Women’s Open at Royal St. George’s, and drew an enthusiastic response from players.

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Idaho Stuns No. 1 Montana State, 35-34 — Oct 2, 2026Idaho stunned top-ranked Montana State 35-34 on Joshua Wood’s touchdown pass as time expired and his successful two-point run, handing the Bobcats their first loss in 19 games. The upset was Idaho’s first win of the season and its first-ever victory over a No. 1-ranked team; Montana State was without several injured starters.

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Priya Raman Idaho's last second score and two point run was the perfect way to end their winless streak against the top team.

Spirit Christmas plans 11 holiday stores across statesBusiness — 5dSpirit Christmas is expanding for the 2026 holiday season, with pop-up stores planned in 15 states—including Florida for the first time—and locations listed in Illinois, Tennessee and New York’s Hudson Valley. Most are expected to open in November, with offerings ranging from decorations and gifts to holiday apparel and attractions.

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Tatis Homer Ties Padres-Brewers NLDS GameSports — 4dAfter struggling through the first three games of the NLDS, Fernando Tatis Jr. provided a timely spark for the Padres, hitting a 429-foot solo homer in Game 4 to tie the score as San Diego fought to stay alive against Milwaukee. The team entered the game trailing 2-1 and needing a win to force a deciding Game 5.

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How to pitch a tentLifestyle — Sep 26, 2026For first-time campers who want a stable, dry shelter up before dark.

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Marcus Bell Staking the tent tight from the start stops it from sagging in the wind like mine used to.

Kalamazoo Promise Plans HBCU Tuition Coverage in 2027Lifestyle — 4dThe Kalamazoo Promise will begin covering tuition and mandatory fees at accredited four-year HBCUs nationwide in fall 2027, expanding scholarship options for eligible Kalamazoo Public Schools graduates beyond Michigan for the first time. Program leaders say the change lets students pursue financial support while choosing campuses where they feel a sense of belonging and cultural connection.

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Kirby Yates Announces Retirement After First Career Start — Sep 26, 2026Kirby Yates retired after his first career start following 517 relief appearances, saying he had been running on fumes and it was time.

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Tom Gallagher He must have been tired after that long, but starting once before hanging it up is a unique way to go.

How to teach a dog to sitLifestyle — Sep 27, 2026For first-time dog owners who want a calm sit cue that works at the door and on walks.

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Elena Vasquez My old method was too rushed so the walk version here feels much steadier for my collie.