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Filipino Cardinal Tagle Becomes First Asian Dean — 1dPope Leo XIV on Oct. 8, 2026, approved Filipino Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, 69, as the first Asian dean of the College of Cardinals, succeeding Giovanni Battista Re, 92.

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Steelers, Patriots Place Key Receivers on IR — 4hPatriots place Mack Hollins and Reggie Gilliam on IR for at least four games; Steelers put Michael Pittman Jr. on IR after his foot injury re-aggravates.

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Bankruptcy Comes For American Trucking Companies As Diesel Prices Skyrocket: ‘They’re Killing Me’ — 9hAmerica’s trucking industry is buckling under mounting financial pressure, with at least 16 transportation companies filing for bankruptcy in less than a month as the Iran war drives diesel prices higher.

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Elena Vasquez The government should ease regulations on domestic energy production before more companies shut down.

Report Details Foreign-Linked NGOs Shaping National Parks Policy Via Lawsuits — 2hPick the most trusted part of our government. Like many, you might say the national parks. After all, they are not seemingly political or controversial. They’re beloved. And rightfully so.

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Dana Whitfield It's troubling if foreign-linked groups are steering national park rules through endless lawsuits instead of open debate.

Thousands of Rio Students Protest Bolsonaro’s Runoff Bid — 3dRio students marched Oct. 7 against Flávio Bolsonaro's runoff bid; Talita Amaral said 'We're fighting for Brazil, not for Lula' in a reclaimed Brazil jersey.

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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.

Two Latvians Arrested After RAF Molesworth Breach — 2dTwo Latvian men, 32 and 36, arrested inside RAF Molesworth after a fence breach; re-arrested under the National Security Act 2023. Nothing of concern in abandoned vehicle.

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Chiefs Rally Past Raiders 30-27 After Kubiak Guarantee — 6dKlint Kubiak told CBS at halftime, "We're going to win the game," with the Raiders up 13-10; the Chiefs rallied for a 30-27 win on Oct. 4, 2026.

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Derek Foss Kubiak calling the win at halftime must have lit a fire under the Chiefs to erase that deficit.

Portland I-5 Southbound Set to Reopen TonightWeather — 3dOregon 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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“You can say any foolish thing to a dog, and the dog will give you a look that says, 'Wow, you're right! I never would've thought of that!'” — Dave Barry, Humorist — Oct 1, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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WE'RE EVERYWHERE, YOU CRAZY BISHES!!!😎🤪🤣🤣🤣 — Sep 19, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Erik Jones re-signs with Legacy Motor Club through 2027 — Sep 27, 2026Erik Jones locked in a multi-year extension to stay in Legacy Motor Club's No. 43 through 2027 as Josh Berry and Riley Herbst join the team.

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Chris Dalton Jones sticking around through 2027 gives the team some much needed continuity with the new additions.

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.

Trump Rejects Iran’s Strait of Hormuz Proposal — Sep 26, 2026Iran offered a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but the U.S. has rejected it as President Donald Trump said “we’re winning tremendously.” Trump spoke with reporters Saturd… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Elena Vasquez If we're already winning on sanctions, rejecting Iran's offer keeps the pressure on without giving them an easy win.

Four European leagues call for FIFA governance reform — Sep 24, 2026Four European leagues plan a Friday FIFA reform statement after the abandoned 20% World Cup rights sale; Infantino offered an external review and will seek re-election.

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Jared Kim The European leagues are right to push for independent oversight at FIFA to fix its conflicts over the calendar and money.

USPS halts Trump mail-voting system work after Supreme Court blocks order — Sep 17, 2026USPS halted Trump's Federal Mail Ballot Portal after the Supreme Court block; Steiner said, "There's an injunction so we're not doing anything."

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Marcus Bell It's sensible for the agency to follow the injunction and avoid implementing unapproved changes at this stage.

Chase Catches Two Touchdowns in Bengals’ 20-6 Win — Sep 20, 2026Ja’Marr Chase starred as the Bengals defeated the Texans 20-6, delivering two touchdown catches as Cincinnati’s offense and defense clicked in a strong 2-0 start. With Burrow re-linking with Chase and a stifling defense, the Bengals showcased momentum heading into Week 3 against the Steelers.

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Chris Dalton Starting 2-0 feels good but the Steelers game next week will be a real test for them.

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

Bears Lean on Keenum at Quarterback as Williams and Bagent Remain Sidelined — Sep 23, 2026With Caleb Williams hamstrung and Tyson Bagent in concussion protocol, the Chicago Bears may turn to veteran Case Keenum to start Monday night against the Eagles after he practiced as the only active quarterback; coach Ben Johnson said they’re not planning to add another QB and will decide closer to game time. Keenum, who hasn’t played in a regular-season game since 2023, has been preparing as if he could start, while Miller Moss remains on the practice squad as a potential backup option.

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Derek Foss Johnson waiting until game time makes sense but the offense could stall without Williams.

IDB Plans Two-Year Venezuela Reengagement — Sep 21, 2026The Inter-American Development Bank is re-engaging with Venezuela and drafting a two-year plan focused on electricity infrastructure and social protection, while missions assess the macroeconomic framework and sector needs; the bank has not specified how its roughly $2 billion in arrears will be resolved. IDB President Ilan Goldfajn says the engagement aims to work collaboratively with Venezuelans to shape the plan and determine next steps, signaling a potential longer-term lending role if planning progresses.

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Kiffin’s Ole Miss Return Draws Hostile Reception — Sep 15, 2026Ole Miss gears up for a highly anticipated LSU game as rumors persist that President Trump could attend, though Ole Miss athletic director Keith Carter says there’s no official confirmation and they’re preparing for any security logistics. Security plans are already heightened, with local and extra-agency presence and mixed fan speculation about the president’s potential appearance.

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UEFA Vice President Says Challenger to Infantino Need Not Be European — Sep 16, 2026UEFA is actively seeking a credible challenger to FIFA President Gianni Infantino ahead of the 2027 election, even as Infantino confirms he will seek re-election in March 2027. The campaign centers on governance reforms and opposition to Infantino's plan to sell a stake in FIFA to a private investment group led by Joshua Kushner, with UEFA and its member associations united in driving change.

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Marcus Bell A non-European challenger makes sense if the goal is real reform instead of more of the same leadership.

Joanna Gaines describes Magnolia sabbatical taken after soul weariness — Sep 11, 2026Joanna Gaines said she and Chip paused Magnolia for three months after nearly 25 years of building the brand due to soul weariness and a loss of vision, a break that cost them but helped reignite their purpose and clarify why they’re building the business. She now emphasizes early burnout awareness as a daily discipline to refocus and sustain Magnolia, recounting the sabbatical on Hoda Kotb’s Joy 101 podcast.

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Bills Open Highmark Stadium With 41-31 Win — Sep 17, 2026Coverage portrays Highmark Stadium as a major upgrade that improves fan amenities, security lines, and player pregame facilities, while cementing a sense of stability after relocation anxiety and spawning new Bills Mafia traditions. Yet reports note ongoing field issues with the natural grass requiring re-sod, plus some criticisms of the turf, weather effects, and overall costs, alongside discussions of defensive matchups and opening-game logistics at the new venue.

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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.

Country Songs Penned by Helicopter Pilot and 13-Year-Old Became Chart Hits — Sep 12, 2026A set of origin stories highlights how iconic songs and careers were shaped by quick inspiration, youthful breakthroughs, and unlikely paths—from Loretta Lynn writing You Ain’t Woman Enough in 10 minutes after a backstage confrontation, to Tanya Tucker recording The Jamestown Ferry at 13, and Barry White turning a country tune into a soul classic with You’re The First, The Last, My Everything. The articles also recount Kris Kristofferson’s Me and Bobby McGee written during Gulf of Mexico helicopter work, and Tucker’s hit Love’s the Answer marking an early peak in a long, Hall of Fame career.

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Rachel Meyers Kris writing Me and Bobby McGee between helicopter flights is the kind of detail that makes you appreciate how songs really get made.

This Ragtag Group of Soldiers in Mismatched Uniforms Is the Most Hated Unit in the US ArmyOpinion — Aug 14, 2021They’re called the “Geronimo Battalion.” They have mismatched uniforms. They’re based in the swamps of Louisiana. They’re called the “most hated unit in the Army.” And they’re doing their job perfectly. The “Geronimo”…

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