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Trump Seeks to Make Presidential Retreat at West Palm Beach Golf Club — 4dPresident Donald Trump is looking to make his Trump International Golf Club into a Camp David-type presidential retreat. A letter was sent by the golf course’s attorney Harvey Oye… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Nicole Hardy I don't see why we need another presidential getaway when the existing one already serves its purpose fine.

Trump Proposes Florida Presidential Retreat — 4dTrump's attorney proposed designating Trump International Golf Club a U.S. Presidential Golf Course; Palm Beach County is seriously considering the Sept. 3 plan and consulting the GSA.

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Nor'easter Retreats After Widespread Northeast FloodingWeather — Sep 27, 2026

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World Shares Advance as Oil Prices EaseFinance — 6dGlobal stocks rose early in the week on easing oil prices, lower bond yields and optimism about AI-driven earnings, then retreated as oil climbed above $100 and concerns about France’s finances weighed on markets and the euro. Investors remained focused on upcoming U.S. economic data and corporate earnings for clues to the outlook.

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Africa Hotel Pipeline Hits Record 104,444 RoomsTravel — 6dTravel developments include Pine Cliffs’ June wellness retreat, Myrtle Beach’s expanded autism-friendly offerings, and a 12% increase in summer flights to Madeira from the UK. Separately, Africa’s hotel pipeline reached a record 577 properties, while Kyoto’s Imperial Hotel named a general manager and joined The Leading Hotels of the World ahead of its 2026 opening.

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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.

Tahoe Buyers Favor Value; Fall Retreats Debut — Sep 24, 2026Tahoe’s housing market has cooled into a more selective, balanced phase, with buyers favoring move-in-ready homes while luxury sales remain steady. For visitors, new all-inclusive autumn retreats and a range of comparatively affordable South Lake Tahoe rentals offer options from curated luxury stays to budget-conscious getaways.

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Derek Foss Glad buyers are finally focusing on value rather than overpaying for Tahoe homes right now.

Travel Guides Highlight Autumn Getaways and VillagesTravel — Oct 1, 2026Travel features spotlight quieter alternatives to crowded destinations, from English villages such as Silchester and Heacham—with countryside walks, farm shops, lavender fields and beaches—to charming French towns and rural retreats across Europe. They highlight local food, historic streets, scenery and relaxing stays as reasons to explore beyond major tourist hubs.

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Bitcoin Trades Unevenly Around $83,000–$85,000Finance — Sep 28, 2026Bitcoin fell below $83,000 after retreating from recent highs, though reports point to continued spot ETF inflows and mixed signals about the market’s underlying trend. The decline coincided with broader economic uncertainty and rising oil prices and Treasury yields, while the direct causes remain unclear.

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Asian Shares Fall, Treasury Yields Hit 2002 High — Sep 29, 2026Asian stocks fell or were poised to decline as investors weighed volatile bond markets and awaited U.S. jobs data, while rising oil prices tied to renewed Gulf tensions heightened inflation concerns. Treasury yields retreated from recent highs, but uncertainty over wages, interest rates and energy prices kept markets on edge.

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US withdraws from European anti-corruption bodyWorld — Sep 29, 2026The Trump administration has withdrawn the United States from the Council of Europe’s anti-corruption monitoring body, GRECO, saying membership fees bring no tangible national-security benefits and that it will instead use tools such as sanctions and visa restrictions. The Council of Europe praised the U.S. contribution and said it remains open to future cooperation, as the withdrawal adds to Washington’s broader retreat from international organizations.

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Ethiopian Forces Reportedly Retake Mekelle AirportWorld — Sep 27, 2026Ethiopian federal troops and allied militia say they have captured Alamata, a strategic supply hub in Tigray, after opposition forces retreated; independent verification and full control were not immediately clear. The renewed fighting has undermined the 2022 peace agreement, with clashes also reported in neighboring regions and Eritrean forces’ involvement alleged by Afar’s regional government.

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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.

ICE shoots driver during north Austin stop, prompting protests and calls for probe — Sep 21, 2026An ICE agent shot a Venezuelan man during a Sunday pursuit in north Austin. Democrats demanded footage and retreat. The facts still point to enforcing immigration law under the Constitution.

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Nicole Hardy We need the full footage released quickly so the public can judge whether this shooting was truly justified.

Restaurant, Retail Chains Close Stores Across US — Sep 23, 2026Rising costs and changing consumer habits are driving restaurant closures, with Tahoe Joe’s now down to two locations after shutting its Visalia restaurant and Sugar Factory closing at least five U.S. locations in 2026. The setbacks echo a longer retreat across the industry, as several once-familiar chains have closed their final restaurants altogether.

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US Heightens Arctic Surveillance of Chinese Vessels — Sep 21, 2026U.S. officials say four Chinese research vessels operated near Alaska in 2026, with activities extending to the Aleutians, the Bering Strait, and toward the North Pole, raising concerns about sovereignty and potential access to seabed resources. Washington cites lack of advance notification and emphasizes the Arctic’s rapidly changing, higher-stakes environment as climate-driven sea-ice retreat expands shipping routes and strategic competition, including China’s “near-Arctic” ambitions and Polar Silk Road.

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Maya Lindstrom It's reasonable for the US to ramp up monitoring when Chinese vessels operate near Alaska without notice, given the resource stakes.

Nikkei Climbs as Asian Markets Close Mixed After AI Selloff — Sep 14, 2026Asia-Pacific equities were mixed as Japan’s Nikkei fluctuated—advancing on some days but retreating on AI-slowdown fears—while Chinese and Hong Kong markets showed divergence with mainland indices slipping and Hong Kong eking out gains. Across the region, traders weighed AI-development headlines, U.S. rate expectations, and company buybacks, keeping Japanese financials and AI-linked names central to the short-term moves.

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Soccer vs American FootballYourlist — VS BattleThe world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.

Nanobiotix Reports 79% Locoregional Control in Recurrent Lung Cancer Trial — Sep 14, 2026Nanobiotix's updated Phase 1 data for JNJ-1900 (NBTXR3) in inoperable, locoregionally recurrent NSCLC show no dose-limiting toxicities and a feasible intratumoral injection, with one-year results of 79% locoregional control, 61% LPFS, and 70% OS achieved at a lower re-irradiation dose. The findings reinforce the hafnium oxide nanoparticle–based radiosensitizer's potential to enable safe retreatment and spur further enrollment in dose-escalation and expansion cohorts.

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Sam Okafor The fact that it works with lower re-irradiation doses could mean fewer side effects for patients facing this again.

Another Wall Street Giant Retreats From Its DEI Efforts — Feb 21, 2025Citigroup has become the latest major financial institution to retreat from some of its diversity initiatives. Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser told staff in a Thursday memo that the company is walking back some of its…

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Devastation Left Behind in Russia’s Retreat Being Called a ’21st Century Hell’Reporting — Apr 4, 2022The grisly aftermath of Russia’s retreat from its attack on the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv was on full display for the world with images of butchered and executed civilians from the town of Bucha shown Sunday across…

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Secretive Bohemian Grove Roster Leak Fuels Mystery Around Elite Retreat — Feb 26, 2026An alleged membership list from the exclusive Bohemian Grove retreat has surfaced, identifying a roster of prominent figures from politics, business, and entertainment tied to the secretive California club. According to…

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President of Fundraising Group Shares Why Trump is Not Invited to Donor RetreatReporting — Feb 7, 2023The head of a fundraising group revealed why former President Donald Trump is not invited to next month’s donor retreat. The Washington Examiner noted the fundraising group called Club for Growth invited prospective…

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Private Island Retreat Offered for Only $339,000 with One Catch: Can You Make It Through the Night?Reporting — Jul 5, 2022Many people joke about buying their own private island as a retreat: It’s the ultimate getaway, a sure sign you’ve made it and a powerful flex. Most private islands aren’t affordable (which is part of the point of them…

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Biden Makes First Trip as President To Rustic Camp David RetreatReporting — Feb 13, 2021Joe Biden arrived on Friday for his first weekend as U.S. president at Camp David, the storied retreat in the mountains of western Maryland that many predecessors found to be a rustic getaway from the political battles…

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EXCLUSIVE: Walz Administration To Hold Racially Segregated Retreat For ‘BIPOC’ Librarians — Sep 26, 2024Minnesota State Library Services, part of Democratic Gov. Tim Walz’s administration, plans to use public funds to pay for a retreat intended exclusively for “BIPOC” librarians, according to documents obtained…

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Elon Musk Makes Special Visit to WY Political Retreat on the Same Night Liz Cheney Lost PrimaryReporting — Aug 20, 2022Elon Musk allegedly attended a Republican retreat in Wyoming, hosted by House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, on the night that Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney lost the GOP primary. The Republican event was held as Cheney, an…

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