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Kenya Confirms First Ebola Case, Patient Dies — 2dKenya 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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Portland I-5 Southbound Set to Reopen TonightWeather — 1dOregon transportation officials say the I-5 southbound Rose Quarter construction project finished more than a week early, with reopening starting Wednesday night and traffic expected to resume by midday Thursday. The work repaired and reinforced the roadway and elevated structure, though some ramps and lanes will remain temporarily closed as crews finish re-striping and remove equipment.

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Memphis Data Center Fight Erupts Into Protest and Lobby Brawl — 19hA Memphis City Council meeting erupted into protests and a fight Tuesday night after council members postponed a vote on a proposed 12-month moratorium on new data centers. The cou… — by Andrew Powell

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Maya Lindstrom The council needs to stop delaying and actually decide on that data center moratorium before more projects get approved.

Dallas Forecast Calls for Warm, Sunny WeekendWeather — 3dDallas 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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Charlotte Police Arrest Suspect in Fatal Park ShootingWorld — 1dPolice arrested Morris Crawford in the fatal shooting of 45-year-old Ebon Bell at Tryon Hills Park in north Charlotte. Crawford is charged with first-degree murder and possessing a firearm as a felon; police said he confessed and linked the shooting to an argument the night before.

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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.

Stanford Scientist Wins Shared Nobel, Packs Lunches — 3dKarl 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 — 3dAlireza 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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Report: Wembanyama limits U.S. media interviews — 2dVictor Wembanyama is reportedly limiting U.S. interviews to 60 Minutes as he focuses on the upcoming season after the Spurs’ five-game NBA Finals loss to the Knicks. He has said the defeat brought sleepless nights but that San Antonio remains hopeful and ambitious.

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Taylor Swift walks on during Dakota Johnson’s SNL monologue — 4dTaylor 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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Mild Weather Expected Across Omaha, CharlotteWeather — 3dMaine is forecast to have mild, mostly sunny and breezy weather through Friday, with rain possible Sunday night into Monday. In the Charlotte area, sunshine and warm temperatures are expected through much of the week before a Gulf system could bring substantial rain this weekend.

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Rangers beat Mammoth 4-2 for third straight win — 3dThree 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.

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

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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Communities Gather Across US for Crime PreventionLifestyle — 1dNational Night Out events in Vance County, New Orleans and Acadiana brought residents together with law enforcement and community organizations through food, activities and face-to-face conversations, emphasizing crime prevention, trust and support for victims and families. San Antonio’s Neighbors Together event similarly connected residents with one another, local officials, businesses and community resources.

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Dennis Miller's Monday Night Football booth role revisited — Sep 28, 2026

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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.

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.

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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Shanghai Brings China-US Cultural Exchange to Washington — 4dOct. 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 — 2dSeveral 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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Forecasts Split Between Sunny Days and Late StormsLifestyle — 5dOne 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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Trump to Send Nearly $100 Checks to 20 Million Seniors From Medicare Fund — 5dA 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.

Miami-Dade Approves First Fare Hike in 13 YearsTravel — 3dMiami-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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Theme Parks Plan Expansions, Face ClosuresTravel — 3dWalt Disney World plans to add Nomad Lounge’s popular gluten-free churros to mobile ordering, while California’s Great America faces a planned closure between 2028 and 2032 as its land is redeveloped; a Universal-branded resort in the U.K. is also reportedly planned for 2031. A recent Universal Orlando review praised the parks and Epic Universe, while this week’s operations update highlights Halloween Horror Nights and several attraction refurbishments and closures.

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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.

Mandan Teen Killed, Several Injured in Bismarck CrashAuto — 5dA 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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