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Manilow Cancels Two Las Vegas Shows Over Bronchitis — 1dBarry Manilow returned to his Las Vegas residency after a six-week break while recovering from lung cancer, but bronchitis forced him to cancel his Friday and Saturday performances. The comeback concert drew an enthusiastic crowd, including fans reviving the tradition of throwing underwear onstage.

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How to throw a frisbeeLifestyle — Sep 27, 2026For anyone new to the game who wants their first throws to fly straight and far.

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Chris Dalton The step by step on body rotation helped but I still need work on my follow through.

Dolphins Coach Disputes Bengals’ Willis Tell Claim — 1dBengals safety Jordan Battle says Dolphins quarterback Malik Willis taps the ball before throws, a possible cue for Cincinnati’s defense to break on passes—but revealing it publicly gives Miami a chance to adjust. Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley called the habit common among quarterbacks, while Willis acknowledged he needs to improve after a rough start to the season.

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Northwestern defeats Ball State 45-14Sports — 2dNorthwestern dominated Ball State 45-14 in its homecoming game, with quarterback Aidan Chiles throwing for 272 yards and three touchdowns and receiver Griffin Wilde catching eight passes for 144 yards. The Wildcats’ defense also kept steady pressure on Ball State’s quarterback to help secure the decisive win.

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Iowa QB Hank Brown questionable against Washington — 3dIowa quarterback Hank Brown is questionable for Friday’s game at Washington after spraining his throwing shoulder against Ohio State. Coach Kirk Ferentz said Brown may be medically cleared, but Jeremy Hecklinski is taking first-team reps and is the likely starter if Brown isn’t ready.

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Best Colleges Preparing Students for the AI EraRankingAI is reshaping every industry, so students and parents compare universities on dedicated programs, research scale, and real-world tech pipelines.

LSU Edges McNeese 63-60 in Wade’s ReturnSports — 3dLSU opened Will Wade’s second stint as head coach with a 63-60 exhibition win over McNeese State in Wade’s return to Lake Charles. The Tigers overcame early free-throw struggles by converting key attempts late, while the matchup renewed attention on the programs Wade led to success in his two seasons with the Cowboys.

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Magic top Grizzlies 122-118 in Bane's return to MemphisSports — 4dOrlando beat Memphis 122-118 in a preseason game, with Tristan da Silva scoring 19 and Desmond Bane adding nine in his return to Memphis. For the Grizzlies, GG Jackson and Cam Boozer delivered strong performances, while Memphis’ missed free throws contributed to the loss.

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Cowboys Downplay Prescott Hand Injury Before Buccaneers Game — 4dCowboys quarterback Dak Prescott’s throwing hand was cut and swollen after being stepped on against Houston, but he continued playing and has been cleared with no concerns ahead of Thursday’s game against Tampa Bay. Prescott expects to be ready, and Dallas could also get guard Tyler Smith back.

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Bo Nix struggles amid Broncos offensive slump — 3dThe Broncos’ sluggish offense has put Bo Nix’s accuracy, downfield aggression and pocket decisions under scrutiny, with early-season metrics showing short throws and more pressure than last year. Analysts and former players fault both Nix’s play and Denver’s offensive approach; Sean Payton has taken back play-calling duties as the team seeks a fix.

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Lucas Outlines Miami’s Year-Two Basketball Priorities — 3dMiami coach Jai Lucas says his second-year team will build on its physical style while emphasizing rebounding, defending without fouling and earning free throws; added shooting should also help the Hurricanes play faster and spread the floor. With a substantially reshaped roster, Lucas is aiming to make Miami competitive in a deep ACC and potentially contend for the conference title by season’s end.

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McCoy Links Herbert Struggles to Beer Attention — 5dWith the Chargers at 0-4 and Justin Herbert throwing six interceptions, LeSean McCoy and some fans have speculated that his high-profile relationship with Madison Beer is distracting him. The claim is unsubstantiated; McCoy also criticized Herbert’s decision-making, and fans have pointed to broader team struggles.

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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.

Jackson Could Miss Multiple Games With Ankle Sprain — 6dLamar Jackson left Baltimore’s 24-18 win over Tennessee at halftime after injuring his left ankle on a sack, despite throwing for more than 220 yards and two touchdowns in the first half. He wore a walking boot after the game, and the Ravens said they were awaiting further evaluation to determine the injury’s severity and his availability.

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Iowa QB Brown Questionable for Washington Game — 5dIowa quarterback Hank Brown has a sprained AC joint after leaving the loss to Ohio State and remains questionable for Friday’s game at Washington, despite making progress and throwing in practice. Coach Kirk Ferentz said Iowa won’t count on Brown being available, leaving backup Jeremy Hecklinski prepared to start.

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Rays Sweep Yankees to Reach ALCS — 5dThe Yankees fell 5-2 to the Rays in ALDS Game 2, dropping the series 0-2 after four errors and a quiet offense left them facing elimination. Jazz Chisholm Jr. said he would still attempt the first-inning throw that helped Tampa score, drawing fan backlash, while also acknowledging that the Yankees beat themselves and the Rays capitalized.

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How to throw a football spiralLifestyle — Sep 26, 2026For new throwers who want the ball to fly straight and stay nose-first through the air.

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Tom Gallagher My kid followed the release pointers and the ball stopped wobbling so much on short passes.

Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

How to shoot a basketballLifestyle — Sep 26, 2026For beginners building steady form so free-throw and mid-range shots start dropping.

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Marcus Bell Following through with a high elbow has my free throws dropping way more often now.

Bengals Lose to Jaguars Despite Burrow’s 428 Yards — Oct 3, 2026The Bengals fell 22-17 to the Jaguars despite Joe Burrow throwing for 428 yards, as Cincinnati’s ineffective running game and injuries to Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins left the offense short-handed and unable to finish a late comeback. Burrow reached notable franchise and NFL passing milestones, but the loss marked Cincinnati’s second straight defeat.

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Brewers’ Woodruff Hopes for World Series Return — Oct 2, 2026Brewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff, sidelined since July with a shoulder injury and left off the NL Division Series roster, is working toward a possible return if Milwaukee reaches the World Series. He is not expected to be ready for the next round and still must clear several throwing and recovery steps, leaving a comeback uncertain and potentially risky.

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Nicole Hardy If he needs more throwing sessions before being cleared then Milwaukee might have to go without him no matter how far they advance.

Steelers beat Bengals 30-27, hand Cincinnati first loss — Sep 27, 2026Steelers beat Bengals 30-27 as Rodgers throws for 292 yards and 3 TDs, tying Roethlisberger at 165 wins: "It’s just a longevity achievement."

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Nicole Hardy Tying the win total at this stage is solid but it really comes down to staying healthy over the years.

Purdy throws four TDs in 49ers’ 36-30 win — Sep 27, 2026Brock Purdy threw four touchdown passes as the 49ers beat the Cardinals 36-30 to reach 3-0, starting with Shanahan’s 82-yard hook-and-ladder.

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Rachel Meyers The hook and ladder to open the game was a bold move that set the tone for San Francisco's 3-0 start.

Darian Mensah throws for 338 yards as No. 6 Miami beats Central Michigan 52-3 — Sep 27, 2026Darian Mensah threw for 338 yards and three TDs and ran for another as No. 6 Miami beat Central Michigan 52-3 to improve to 4-0.

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Nicole Hardy Miami's offense is clicking early, Mensah's dual threat makes them tough to stop this season.

Pérez throws one-hit shutout in Marlins’ 3-0 win — Sep 26, 2026Pérez threw a 105-pitch one-hit shutout, MLB's 11th this season and his first complete game in 68 starts, as Marlins beat Braves 3-0.

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Marcus Bell Only one hit allowed all game shows how locked in Pérez was. Braves had no answer at the plate tonight.

Utah Postal Worker Indicted Over 300 Ballots — Sep 22, 2026Utah letter carrier Damon Matai Seei was indicted for allegedly throwing about 300 clearly marked mail-in ballots into a church dumpster before the June 23 primary.

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Reader more reason for in-person voting only....

Gausman exits with shoulder soreness as Cubs monitor status — Sep 24, 2026Gausman left the Cubs' 3-2 loss after his non-throwing left shoulder went weak on a diving tag at third; Chicago's playoff magic number is still one.

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Dana Whitfield Diving for that tag at third and having his arm go weak sounds like something they should rest him on.