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“I lift up my eyes to the mountains— where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” — Psalms 121:1–2, New International Version Holy Bible, New Internation
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Hearst Showcases Afghan Artisans at Paris Fashion Week
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Gabriela Hearst’s Oct. 5, 2026 Paris show, made with Turquoise Mountain Afghan artisans she called her "22 million muses," featured ikat patchwork, shisha mirrors and pomegranate-embroidered finales.
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Marcus Bell
Calling them her 22 million muses feels like a stretch even if the ikat work is impressive.
Raising Cane’s Opens, Plans Restaurants Across U.S.
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Raising Cane’s is continuing its nationwide expansion, with new or planned restaurants in Tampa, San Francisco, Springfield, Oregon, and Rib Mountain, Wisconsin. The openings include the chain’s second San Francisco location and first Lane County restaurant, while local officials and the company point to community and business benefits alongside attention to traffic management.
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Aquarium Releases 650 Endangered Frogs in San Gabriels
Environment
— Sep 29, 2026
The Aquarium of the Pacific and conservation partners are raising endangered mountain yellow-legged frogs and releasing them into the San Gabriel Mountains to help rebuild populations devastated by habitat loss, invasive trout and disease. The aquarium says it has released 1,000 frogs since 2020, including nearly 400 it raised for an August release.
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Anthropic’s AI Sent Police A False Report Of A Homicide
Dylan Kresak · 2 min · 2h
Parton's Christmas Carol set for 20-city tour
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Dolly Parton’s “Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol,” a 1930s Appalachian reimagining of Dickens’ classic featuring her music and lyrics, is touring more than 20 cities. The tour includes performances at Johnson City’s ETSU Martin Center on Nov. 13 and Springfield’s UIS Performing Arts Center on Dec. 21, with Springfield tickets going on sale Oct. 9.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From 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.
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‘Tenzing’ Retells Sherpa’s 1953 Everest Ascent
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The new film “Tenzing” puts Sherpa mountaineer Tenzing Norgay at the center of the 1953 Everest climb, highlighting his expertise, life and equal partnership with Edmund Hillary after his contribution was often marginalized. Directed by Jennifer Peedom and made with input from Norgay’s family and Sherpa communities, the biopic aims to broaden how the historic ascent is remembered.
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West Virginia’s Rodriguez set for Arizona matchup
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West Virginia coach Rich Rodriguez is set to face Arizona, where he led the Wildcats from 2012 to 2017, coached standout players and won the 2014 Pac-12 South title; the matchup also reunites him with his son and daughter, now on his WVU staff. Rodriguez praised Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita and the Wildcats’ aggressive defense, while Arizona coach Brent Brennan expressed respect for Rodriguez as the Mountaineers arrive with a high-scoring offense.
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Kentucky Basketball Pro Day Draws NBA Scouts
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Kentucky’s annual Pro Day at Rupp Arena gave NBA scouts and fans a look at the Wildcats through drills and scrimmages, with forward N’Diaye, shooter Alex Wilkins and freshman guard Mason Williams among the players who stood out. Separate coverage showed Kentucky’s Pro Day and Tennessee’s media day, while Grand Canyon announced expanded live coverage of Mountain West Basketball Media Day.
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October 10 College Football Games Draw Betting Picks
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Arizona is a slight favorite at West Virginia in a projected high-scoring matchup, with one preview favoring the Mountaineers at home and highlighting Arizona’s cross-country trip and a key injury. The game also marks Rich Rodriguez’s first meeting with Arizona since his 2017 departure as the Wildcats’ coach.
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Character skills beat test scores for lifelong success
GED holders match college-bound graduates on cognitive tests yet land near dropouts on earnings and marriage, which is why Tough puts grit and self-control ahead of IQ.
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“I lift up my eyes to the mountains— where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” — Psalms 121:1–2, New International Version Holy Bible, New Internation
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— Sep 30, 2026
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Soccer Matches Across Regions Produce Draws
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High school soccer featured several draws: Deering and Marshwood boys played to a scoreless tie, while Central Mountain-Jersey Shore and Bluffton-Columbus Grove finished 2-2 and Ridgewood-Zanesville ended 3-3. Bluffton secured at least a share of its league title with its draw, while Coshocton rallied from an early deficit to beat West Muskingum 4-2.
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Madonna vs Lady Gaga
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The Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.
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Yearling mountain goat settles near Bozeman church entrance
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— Sep 24, 2026
A young mountain goat wandered into the entryway of a Bozeman church, an unusually deep trip into town from its typical alpine habitat. Wildlife officials found it healthy, safely moved it, and released it in the Gallatin Range.
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Travel Destinations Expand Experiences, Face Visitor Challenges
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The articles describe tourism strategies and visitor experiences in several destinations: Labrador’s Mealy Mountains reserve is developing opportunities centered on its landscapes and Indigenous heritage, while Stockton promotes leisure, sports and business events to support its economy. A separate commentary argues Gibraltar could improve its tourist experience by reconsidering high admission prices and making visitor information easier to find; another article highlights airports designed as attractions in their own right.
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Wyoming visits undefeated North Dakota State in sold-out Fargodome game
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— Oct 2, 2026
Wyoming visits undefeated North Dakota State in a sold-out game at the Fargodome, with kickoff scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Mountain Time and coverage on The CW. Wyoming receiver Ke’Lyn Washom, sidelined by a concussion, was warming up before the game.
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California Hides Identity Of ‘High-Ranking’ Cop Who Abused ‘Confidential’ State Database
Dylan Kresak · 3 min · 2h
Six Flags Permanently Closes X2 After Injury Claims
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— Sep 29, 2026
Six Flags Magic Mountain has permanently retired its X2 roller coaster after reports of serious head injuries and lawsuits involving riders prompted scrutiny of the attraction. The park said the ride had passed safety tests but cited guest confidence and safety in its decision.
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What were you actually built to do?
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Not the job you have — the one your wiring has been begging for. Twelve questions and the AI writes the job description.
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Bogong Moth Swarms Signal Rebound Across Australia
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— Sep 30, 2026
Endangered Bogong moths have returned in large swarms across southeastern Australia, reviving their annual migration to alpine caves after drought-driven population losses of about 99.5%. Scientists welcome the rebound and its benefits for wildlife such as the mountain pygmy-possum, while warning that habitat loss, pesticides and climate change remain threats.
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Uganda, DRC Communities Strengthen Gorilla Conservation
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— Sep 23, 2026
Community-led conservation is helping protect gorillas across Central Africa: near Uganda’s Bwindi forest, residents are planting useful trees outside the park to reduce pressure on mountain-gorilla habitat, while in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a new legal designation expands community-managed forest protections for threatened Grauer’s gorillas. Health and tourism initiatives also support mountain-gorilla conservation, whose population has nearly doubled since the 1990s.
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Wudang Mountains temples draw pilgrims seeking Taoist renewal
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— Sep 24, 2026
At Wudang's bronze Golden Hall, 1,610 meters up Tianzhu Peak, Liu Haiyan clasped a banknote and prayed to Zhenwu to bless the motherland with favorable weather.
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Maya Lindstrom
Tianzhu Peak draws folks seeking real renewal, and that kind of quiet faith deserves respect.
Hiker Dead, Another Missing on Sauk Mountain, Pizol
World
— Sep 18, 2026
In Skagit County, 78-year-old Peter Kalapaca was found dead on Sauk Mountain following a multi-day search, with the trail reopened and authorities thanking responders. Separately, 21-year-old Hanna Speicher remains missing after ascending Pizol in Switzerland, with police asking the public for information about her whereabouts.
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Reports: Katie Zacharia Selected as Next White House Press Secretary
White House official: Trump 'has offered Katie Zacharia the position' as press secretary. She left DHS after six weeks; Leavitt, her predecessor, joined Fox News.
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Utah letter carrier indicted for allegedly discarding 300 primary ballots
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— Sep 23, 2026
A Payson letter carrier faces a federal mail charge after allegedly discarding roughly 300 Eagle Mountain ballots in a church dumpster. The case tests the postal trust that mail voting requires.
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Elena Vasquez
This kind of mail tampering with primary ballots deserves the maximum sentence to deter anyone else.
U.S. Destinations Showcase Diverse Natural Wonders
Environment
— Sep 27, 2026
The articles spotlight nature-focused destinations across the United States, from Guadalupe Mountains National Park’s ancient fossil reef and Kaniksu National Forest’s lakes and wildlife to Olympic National Park’s celebrated quiet, Bellevue Beach Park on the Ohio River, and the remote reefs and rain forests of American Samoa’s national park. They highlight opportunities for hiking, water recreation, wildlife viewing and cultural experiences, with American Samoa especially notable for its low visitor numbers.
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X2 Lawsuits Name Six Flags, Ride Manufacturer
Health
— Sep 22, 2026
More than 100 riders allege traumatic brain injuries from Six Flags Magic Mountain's X2 roller coaster in recent years, as lawsuits mount after CNN documented serious injuries and deaths linked to the ride. One case involves a Los Angeles attorney whose injuries have left him unable to practice law, with claimants arguing the park ignored known dangers and should be held accountable.
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Body of missing hiker recovered on Mount Appleton in Olympic park
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— Sep 17, 2026
A hiker died after reaching Rocky Mountain in the Adirondacks, with the cause under investigation. In Olympic National Park, 26-year-old Neil Gehring was found dead on Mt. Appleton after a multi-day search aided by cellphone location data and other rescue efforts.
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Dutch tour coach overturns in Swiss Alps, several dead
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— Sep 10, 2026
A tour coach carrying 48 Dutch passengers overturned on a mountain road between Susch and Zernez in Graubünden, Switzerland, leaving several dead and others injured as helicopters and ambulances were dispatched to aid victims. Investigators are probing the cause of the crash, with the coach reportedly on a day trip from Austria organized by the Dutch company Oad.
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Seattle Refuses To Learn Its Lesson On Petty Crime
Libby Bandelin · 3 min · 3h
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