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Oscar-Winning Actress Eva Marie Saint Dies at 102 — 1dEva Marie Saint died at 102, the oldest living Oscar winner; she accepted her On the Waterfront award nine months pregnant, joked she might give birth onstage, and did so two days later.

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Actress Eva Marie Saint Dies at 102 — 20hAcademy Award winner Eva Marie Saint, the actress who won an Academy Award for her work on “On the Waterfront,” has died. She was 102. Saint, a Newark, New Jersey, native, was th… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Falcons rout Saints 45-24, drop them to 1-3 — 2dThe Atlanta Falcons dominated the New Orleans Saints 45-24 on Monday night, dropping New Orleans to 1-3 and prompting boos from the home crowd. Quarterback Tyler Shough said fans were right to be upset, acknowledged the team needed to improve and said the offense’s slow start began with him.

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Falcons spoil Saints' Domecoming anniversary with 45-24 victory — 3dThe Atlanta Falcons beat the New Orleans Saints 45-24 in the teams’ 20th-anniversary Domecoming game, taking control with Bijan Robinson’s 59-yard touchdown run on the opening drive. Brian Robinson Jr. scored three rushing touchdowns for Atlanta, while Alvin Kamara scored twice for New Orleans.

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Saints Fall to Falcons 45-24 — 4dAhead of Monday night’s Saints-Falcons game, Tyler Shough’s strong passing numbers and six turnovers have put his decision-making under scrutiny. Atlanta has sacked him nine times in their two previous meetings, while New Orleans will look to exploit the Falcons’ depleted defense and Shough’s connection with Chris Olave.

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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.

Saints Not Expecting Tyson at Practice Next Week — 6dSaints coach Kellen Moore said rookie wide receiver Jordyn Tyson is not expected to begin practicing next week, despite becoming eligible to return from injured reserve after the Atlanta game. Tyson is recovering from a hamstring injury, and New Orleans appears prepared to give him more time before opening his practice window.

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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.

Vikings Guard Donovan Jackson Likely Out for Season — 3dVikings left guard Donovan Jackson suffered a knee injury against the Dolphins and is likely to miss the rest of the season with a meniscus tear. Left tackle Christian Darrisaw also left the game and remains in concussion protocol, leaving his availability for the Saints matchup uncertain.

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Saints Fall 35-27 to Raiders After Four Turnovers — Sep 27, 2026Raiders beat Saints 35-27 to improve to 3-0 after officials upheld a disputed fumble on Koonce's sack of Shough, and Cousins threw the go-ahead TD six plays later.

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Jared Kim Raiders showed real fight coming back from eleven down with nineteen straight points.

UCLA, Missouri fall in four college volleyball matches — 5dSaint Mary’s edged Kalamazoo in five sets, while Little Rock swept UT Arlington and Michigan State swept UCLA. Ole Miss defeated Missouri 3-1, overcoming the Tigers’ third-set win to close out the match.

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Rachel Meyers Little Rock's sweep of UT Arlington stands out as the most one-sided result in these matches.

Steve Gleason reflects on ALS fight at Superdome 20 years after blocked punt — 3dSteve Gleason’s 2006 blocked punt in the Saints’ first Superdome game after Hurricane Katrina became a symbol of hope for New Orleans and helped bring him a platform to advocate for people with ALS. As the team marks the play’s 20th anniversary, Gleason—diagnosed with ALS in 2011—reflects on his ongoing fight, his work through Team Gleason and the meaning he continues to find in life.

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Dana Whitfield Seeing him still push forward with Team Gleason after all these years makes his story stand out as one of real purpose beyond the field.

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

Archbishop Přibyl leads first St. Wenceslas pilgrimage mass in Stará Boleslav — Sep 28, 2026The National St. Wenceslas Pilgrimage in Stará Boleslav marked the Czech state holiday honoring the country’s patron saint, with Archbishop Přibyl celebrating the pilgrimage Mass for the first time. Relics of Wenceslas were brought from Prague for the observances, and a silver bust containing a bone fragment was used in place of the saint’s skull, which remained in the basilica for veneration.

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Nicole Hardy Using the silver bust instead of the skull keeps the tradition intact.

Saints’ Kelvin Banks Jr. Out Indefinitely After Ankle Surgery — Sep 20, 2026New Orleans Saints left tackle Kelvin Banks Jr. suffered a severe high-ankle sprain against the Ravens, will undergo ankle surgery and be out indefinitely, with Asim Richards likely stepping into the starting lineup. The injury comes after a comeback win for the Saints, and while a late-season return is possible, the team faces a significant disruption to its offensive line.

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Franciscans mark 800th death anniversaryGood News — Oct 1, 2026Franciscan communities are marking the 800th anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi’s death with jubilee-year services and events, including a Washington-area Transitus commemoration and celebrations in Pakistan centered on peace, humility and the saint’s legacy. The anniversary is also bringing attention to parish life and renewal in Vancouver, while events in Assisi combine worship, music and remembrance.

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Lions survive Saints rally to win 31-30 in overtime — Sep 13, 2026Lions beat Saints 31-30 in OT after Shough's two-point pass fails; Gibbs runs for 156 yards and two scores after Detroit blew a 21-0 lead.

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Marcus Bell Saints came all the way back only to lose on a failed two point try, rough break.

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.

Macron, Carney plan Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon summit — Sep 18, 2026Macron will travel to Saint Pierre and Miquelon with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to reaffirm France-Canada ties and discuss the archipelago’s sovereignty, digital and space infrastructure, and turning the territory into a base for polar cooperation, amid broader talks about France’s presence across five oceans and Ottawa’s potential as an EU associate member. The visit underscores North Atlantic strategy, economic and regional concerns on Saint Pierre and Miquelon, and comes as tensions with Washington and calls for European sovereignty shape the context of Franco-Canadian cooperation.

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Utica Celebrates 112th Cosmas-Damian FeastLifestyle — Sep 26, 2026Saints Cosmas and Damian, early Christian physician brothers remembered for treating the poor without payment, remain honored as patrons of health care workers. Their feast is marked by religious observances and community traditions, including a long-running Italian-American celebration in Utica and planned festivities in Naples.

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Kamara Expected Back for Saints Week 1 — Sep 9, 2026Saints running back Alvin Kamara is expected to play in Week 1 against the Lions, but with a knee injury his workload is likely to be limited. Kendre Miller returned to full practice and remains the top backup, keeping Kamara's fantasy upside modest while reports also noteKamara's limited practice status as the week progresses.

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Dana Whitfield Miller looks like the better stash if the knee keeps limiting Kamara's carries all season.

PSG Fans Challenge Marseille Travel Ban Before Council — Sep 17, 2026Paris Saint-Germain ultras have launched a legal challenge against travel bans imposed on supporters traveling to Marseille for Le Classique, seeking an emergency procedure before the Council of State. They accuse authorities of eleven years without dialogue and aim to defend movement rights despite France citing long-running hostilities and past incidents.

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Tom Gallagher Fans deserve the chance to travel and support their team unless there's clear evidence of planned trouble this time around.

California Establishes 24.56-Mile St. Francis Pilgrimage RouteWorld — Sep 17, 2026A new Camino de San Francisco pilgrimage route in California traces Mission San Rafael Arcángel to Mission Dolores, offering four segments to accommodate different journey lengths during the Jubilee Year of St. Francis. Catholic communities are also commemorating the Transitus of St. Francis and promoting Jubilee Year indulgences with parish celebrations, pilgrimages to churches named after the saint, and related events such as pet blessings.

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French Probe Scrutinizes Al-Khelaifi Over Ligue 1 Rights — Sep 19, 2026Nasser Al-Khelaifi, president of Paris Saint-Germain and chairman of beIN Media Group, is under a new preliminary investigation in France for allegedly illegal conflicts of interest related to the 2024 Ligue 1 broadcasting rights as he held multiple roles at PSG, beIN, and the LFP. Anticor filed the complaint, PSG and beIN deny wrongdoing, and the probe also touches on the broader 2024-2029 rights deal and potential World Cup broadcasting arrangements, underscoring ongoing scrutiny of his intertwined sports and media leadership.

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Marcus Bell Denials from PSG and beIN do not automatically clear the appearance of improper influence over league broadcasting.

Fulton Sheen Beatified in St. Louis — Sep 21, 2026Beaucoup of Catholic faithful will gather in St. Louis for the beatification Mass of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen at the Dome at America’s Center, a key step toward sainthood that hinges on the church confirming a miracle attributed to his intercession. Coverage ties together the official process, the 2010 medical miracle, and personal and historical connections—from Peoria’s roots and large global participation to longtime devotion in New York and St. Louis communities.

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Lions open 2026 as big Vegas favorites over Saints in Week 1Sports — Sep 8, 2026

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Francis of Assisi Receives StigmataGood News — FROM 1224Saint embraces poverty and peace

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