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Kenya Confirms First Ebola Case, Patient Dies — 1dKenya confirmed its first Ebola death: Aden Duale said a Bundibugyo case patient regrettably passed on last night at around 1130 after reaching Nairobi on Oct. 3.

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Dallas Forecast Calls for Warm, Sunny WeekendWeather — 2dDallas is forecast to have sunny, warm, and mostly dry weather through the weekend, with daytime highs in the mid-to-upper 80s and cool nights.

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Stanford Scientist Wins Shared Nobel, Packs Lunches — 2dKarl Deisseroth, 54, shared the 2026 Nobel Prize in Medicine for optogenetics, then paused at 6:30 a.m. after a sleepless night to make his children's school lunches.

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Derek Foss Winning a Nobel for optogenetics yet still packing school lunches at dawn shows real priorities.

Iran executes two men over deaths of security officers in protests — 2dAlireza Sepahi married Mahshad Kashani in prison the night before Iran executed him and Alireza Raisi at dawn on October 5, 2026, at Dastgerd Prison.

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Rangers beat Mammoth 4-2 for third straight win — 2dThree nights after becoming the first Rangers goalie to score, Igor Shesterkin added an assist as New York beat Utah 4-2 for its third straight win.

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Marcus Bell Utah had chances but couldn't match New York's pace in the end, 4-2 feels about right.

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.

Taylor Swift walks on during Dakota Johnson’s SNL monologue — 3dTaylor Swift surprised Dakota Johnson on her third SNL hosting night, October 3, 2026, correcting the therapist joke and later bringing a birthday cake.

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Case Keenum dives in smiling, then gives God the glory after Bears’ 27-7 win — Sep 29, 2026In his first start since 2023, Case Keenum led Chicago past Philadelphia on Monday night, celebrated with his family, and thanked God for the night.

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Falcons rout Saints 45-24, drop them to 1-3 — 1dThe 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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Dennis Miller's Monday Night Football booth role revisited — Sep 28, 2026

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Shanghai Brings China-US Cultural Exchange to Washington — 3dOct. 3, 2026: Future Resonance — ShanghaiEye Night put Chinese and American artists on the National Mall; Xie Feng cited a pledge to invite 100,000 young Americans to China.

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Maya Lindstrom It's nice to see Shanghai musicians and performers sharing their culture right on the National Mall with American audiences.

Alabama Cities Enact Lodging, Vehicle Tax HikesFinance — 1dSeveral Alabama cities will raise local taxes effective Oct. 1: Moody and Gadsden will charge a 10% lodging tax, while Madison and Huntsville will charge 10% plus $2 per room per night or day. Irondale will impose a 2.25% sales tax on certain vehicles, trailers and semitrailers.

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Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

Dancing With the Stars eliminates Taylor Hanson after Yacht Rock Night — Sep 30, 2026“Dancing With the Stars” held its first Yacht Rock Night, where Taylor Hanson and pro partner Britt Stewart were eliminated. A recap argued the pair had more to offer and criticized the show’s repeated early exits for Stewart, its only Black woman pro.

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Derek Foss The judges were too harsh on their chemistry when others with less energy stayed safe.

Forecasts Split Between Sunny Days and Late StormsLifestyle — 4dOne forecast calls for mostly sunny, warm days with cool nights and a chance of late showers, while another warns of morning rain, afternoon thunderstorms and heavier overnight rain.

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Miami-Dade Approves First Fare Hike in 13 YearsTravel — 2dMiami-Dade commissioners voted 9-4 to raise bus and Metrorail fares from $2.25 to $2.75 starting Jan. 1, with the added revenue expected to preserve some routes and restore late-night service otherwise slated for cuts. Riders and advocates warned the increase will burden transit-dependent residents, while commissioners also directed the mayor to consider charging for the currently free Metromover.

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Restaurants showcase global flavors across citiesLifestyle — 2dRestaurant coverage highlights a lively Soho dining guide featuring inventive Indo-Chinese vegetarian food, a new Connecticut restaurant serving Turkish and broader Mediterranean dishes, and Nashville’s intimate Indian-Southern tasting menu. Tampa’s Restaurant Ebbe also hosted a one-night, 10-course dinner prepared by Michelin-recognized chefs from around the world.

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The Big FiveQuizie — QuizThe personality model scientists actually use — five traits, twenty questions, your real percentages, and an AI read of what your mix means.

Trump to Send Nearly $100 Checks to 20 Million Seniors From Medicare Fund — 4dA late-night post by President Donald Trump included an announcement he is tapping a “slush fund” to send money to more than 20 million senior citizens. This announcement comes ju… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Marcus Bell Tapping Medicare funds for direct payments risks weakening the program for future needs.

Mandan Teen Killed, Several Injured in Bismarck CrashAuto — 4dA 16-year-old Mandan girl died and three other people were injured when an Infiniti struck a Chevy Equinox at a Bismarck intersection Friday night. Police say speed may have contributed, and the crash remains under investigation; reports that the Infiniti driver was racing are preliminary.

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How to pray with your kids at bedtimeLifestyle — Sep 27, 2026For parents seeking a simple nightly habit that helps kids feel secure and connected.

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Chris Dalton My family always did bedtime prayers growing up so this feels like a good way to keep the habit going with my own kids.

Ronaldo Leaves Portugal Camp, Out Against Denmark — Sep 30, 2026Cristiano Ronaldo (146 goals, 234 caps) left Portugal camp on 30 Sept 2026 after an unused Norway night and a straight walk to the tunnel, one day before Denmark.

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Priya Raman This could be the right call if he's not at his best, but it still feels like a big blow to team morale heading into that match.

U2 Drummer Unsure He Can Sustain Full Shows Night After Night — Sep 28, 2026U2 drummer Larry Mullen Jr. says a chronic neck injury left him unable to play and forced him to miss the band’s Las Vegas Sphere residency; he underwent high-risk surgery, including a risk of paralysis, to try to return. He has now rejoined the group for rehearsals and live performances, though he remains uncertain how well he can manage a full tour.

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Nicole Hardy U2 might need to cut back on the length of their shows until Mullen proves he can handle a full set again.

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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Tennessee Orders Review After Death Row Inmate Survives Execution Attempt — 6dTennessee Gov. Bill Lee halted the state's remaining scheduled execution this year after death row inmate Christa Pike survived an attempted lethal injection Wednesday night, accor… — by Andrew Powell

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Marcus Bell The botched injection shows lethal injection isn't foolproof and needs a full overhaul before any more attempts.

Missing Children Prompt CODI Alerts Across VirginiaWorld — 2dVirginia authorities are seeking 4-year-old Messiah Ismael Muhammad, last seen Monday night at his Roanoke home wearing a white T-shirt and red, white and blue sweatpants; anyone with information should call Roanoke police at 540-853-2212. They are also seeking 13-year-old Elisa Ruth Brewer, last seen on foot in Virginia Beach on Sept. 27; anyone with information should call Virginia Beach police at 757-385-5000.

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Lions favored by 3.5 as they visit injury-plagued Panthers — 3dDetroit enters its Sunday night matchup with Carolina as the betting favorite, with bettors leaning toward the Lions and larger wagers favoring a high-scoring game. The Panthers could be without key receivers Xavier Legette and Jalen Coker, while Detroit’s depleted secondary faces a major test from Tetairoa McMillan; both teams’ offensive firepower could make the matchup an entertaining shootout.

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Priya Raman Detroit's banged-up secondary might struggle to contain McMillan if the game turns into the shootout everyone expects.