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Securities Suit Filed Against Ardelyx Over Alleged Fraud — Sep 25, 2026Investors have filed securities class actions against Ardelyx, alleging the company misrepresented the outlook for IBSRELA and XPHOZAH while payer restrictions hindered access and prescription growth. The suits follow Ardelyx’s lowered IBSRELA revenue forecast and withdrawal of long-term XPHOZAH guidance, after which its shares fell sharply; investors have until November 16, 2026, to seek lead-plaintiff status.

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Ardelyx Faces Securities Class Action After Guidance CutFinance — Sep 29, 2026Ardelyx faces a securities class action alleging executives misled investors about growth prospects for IBSRELA and XPHOZAH and worsening payer barriers to patient access. After the company cut IBSRELA revenue guidance and withdrew its long-term XPHOZAH target on Aug. 6, 2026, its shares fell about 18% the next day; investors have until Nov. 16, 2026, to seek lead-plaintiff status.

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55 Myanmar Schools Reopen; US Campuses Plan ReturnsWeather — 3dSchools in Hawaii, New Jersey, Iowa and Myanmar are reopening after storm flooding or water-related damage; in Myanmar, 55 of 56 flood-affected schools have resumed classes. At Ardmore High School, repairs to classrooms damaged by a leak are nearly complete, with students expected to return after fall break.

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Taylor Captains All Blacks as Frizell Returns for Bledisloe — Sep 29, 2026Codie Taylor will captain the All Blacks' 34-man Bledisloe Cup squad after Ardie Savea's shoulder surgery, with Shannon Frizell back from Japan and Scott Barrett returning from back surgery.

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Dana Whitfield Frizell back from Japan adds real experience to the loose forwards, and Barrett's return helps the lock depth.

All Blacks captain Savea plans shoulder surgery — Sep 21, 2026All Blacks captain Ardie Savea will undergo shoulder surgery after dislocating his shoulder in the South Africa series, ruling him out of next month’s Bledisloe Cup tests and making a return in 2026 unlikely for the Nations Championship, with recovery expected to be around six months. He joins a casualty list that includes Luke Jacobson and Caleb Clarke, while several other teammates are anticipated back within weeks, highlighting a tumultuous period for New Zealand Rugby ahead of the Wallabies clashes and year-end fixtures.

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Chris Dalton Savea's shoulder injury is a real setback with the Bledisloe tests so close and the team already short on key players.

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.

US suspends Microsoft, tech firms from green-card program — 4hVance: for every Microsoft layoff, "one and a half foreign indentured servants"; U.S. suspends Microsoft from PERM green-card program.

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Derek Foss Without any public evidence shown, this action feels arbitrary and could hurt tech hiring overall.

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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Fidelity and Vanguard Funds Facilitated Millions to Assisted Suicide Group — 28mVanguard's and Fidelity's charitable arms are bankrolling advocacy groups that make it easier for retirees to kill themselves.

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Donor-advised funds sent millions to assisted suicide advocacy group — 28mVanguard's and Fidelity's charitable arms are bankrolling advocacy groups that make it easier for retirees to kill themselves.

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First US-Born Pope Champions America’s Founding During Award By National Constitution Center — 28mWith the United States on the cusp of celebrating 250 years independence, the first American pope was honored Friday by the National Constitution Center as its 2026 Liberty Medal recipient.

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Trump, 3 GOP Senators Tell John Thune To Keep Senate Open Until SAVE ACT Is Passed1 source — 28mPresident Donald Trump and three Republicans senators called on Senate Majority Leader John Thune to cancel the chamber's summer recess until the Safeguard America Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act is passed.

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

Darline Graham Bucks John Thune, Says She’ll Stay In Town Until SAVE America Act Passes1 source — 28mRepublican South Carolina Sen. Darline Graham said Monday she would object to a summer recess so the Senate could vote to pass the Safeguard America Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act.

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John Thune Responds To Trump’s Demand He Keep Senate Open To Pass SAVE America Act1 source — 28mSenate Majority Leader John Thune dismissed the idea Monday of canceling the chamber's August recess to pass the Safeguard America Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act.

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Broncos Coach Payton to Take Larger Offensive Role vs Chargers — 5hSean Payton is expected to take a larger role in the Denver Broncos’ offensive play-calling against the Chargers, with several reports saying he will reclaim the duties from coordinator Davis Webb while another describes a more collaborative arrangement. The move follows a sluggish 2-2 start and an offense ranked near the bottom of the league in scoring and yardage.

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24-Year-Old Pastor Dies During Portland Marathon — 1d24-year-old Foursquare pastor Trey Lara died of cardiac arrest at mile 20 of the Portland Marathon, days before his 25th birthday, after kissing his wife near mile 19.

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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.

NFL investigates official's exchange with Cardinals tight end McBride — 3dNFL is reviewing line judge Jeff Seeman appearing on camera to swear at Cardinals TE Trey McBride after a no-call in Arizona's 36-24 loss to the Giants.

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Derek Foss The NFL needs to make sure officials aren't losing their temper on the field like that.

Three Years After October 7, Conflict’s Effects PersistWorld — 6dA year after the Gaza ceasefire began, continued attacks, displacement and widespread destruction have left Palestinians far from recovery; Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa says the war has devastated the economy and calls for reconstruction. Hamas’s agreement to decommission its weapons and transfer governing responsibilities under a proposed roadmap marks a strategic shift, but Israel has rejected moving forward, citing doubts about the group’s intentions.

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Trump Claims Eight Wars Settled in Nobel Bid — 1dPresident Donald Trump renewed his push for the Nobel Peace Prize, claiming he had settled eight wars and suggesting another breakthrough could come, despite limited progress toward a ceasefire with Iran. He criticized the committee’s past decision to award Barack Obama and argued his record merits the honor; fact-checkers have disputed his characterization of several conflicts as wars.

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St. Louis Archdiocese Sues Over ICE Sacrament Limits — 3dOn Oct. 5, 2026, St. Louis clergy sued over ICE jail sacrament limits after an official proposed Communion in a plastic bag via guard; the filing says one detainee died there.

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Elena Vasquez ICE giving lawyers more access than clergy shows the rules are inconsistent and unfair to faith needs.

Cowboys List Three Out for Buccaneers Game — 3dThe Cowboys head into Thursday’s game against Tampa Bay with cornerback Cobie Durant, linebacker DeMarvion Overshown and tackle Drew Shelton out, while All-Pro guard Tyler Smith is questionable as he works back from thumb surgery. Dallas’ run game has improved after a rough start, but its pass rush remains a major concern; team officials have left open the possibility of adding help, with Khalil Mack floated as a trade target.

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Flight Attendants Union Warns Trump Arch Could Endanger Airport Flights — 23hThe flight attendants’ union says President Donald Trump’s proposed 250-foot arch near Reagan National Airport could add risks to an already constrained flight path, particularly after plans emerged to equip it for military use, including drones and snipers. The FAA previously found the structure would not pose an aviation hazard if marked for visibility, but that assessment preceded the military plans, and the project faces legal and political opposition.

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Padres start Michael King to even NLDS against Brewers — 4dThe Padres will turn to Michael King against Brewers rookie Logan Henderson in Game 2 of the NLDS, seeking to even the series after Milwaukee won the opener 3-2. King enters off a dominant seven-inning shutout in the wild-card round, while the Brewers look to build on their late-game comeback and home-field advantage.

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Sam Okafor Brewers have that home edge after their late rally, so San Diego needs to score early before Milwaukee gets rolling again.

White Sox Take Early Lead in ALDS Game 3 — 4dMLB betting coverage focuses on player-prop prices: Chris Sale’s outing against the Dodgers, plus odds-shopping boards highlighting potential value in hitter and strikeout markets. One analysis flags several hitter unders as potentially favorable, while another recommends comparing sportsbook prices and notes an expert’s pick of Drew Rasmussen over 6.5 strikeouts.

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Guardians bats go cold in Game 2 loss, trail White Sox 2-0 — 3dThe Guardians’ offense has gone quiet in the ALDS, managing seven hits across two losses and going hitless in eight chances with runners in scoring position, leaving Cleveland down 0-2 to the White Sox. While Cleveland’s pitching has kept the games close, analysts argue the postseason slump exposes the limits of its offense; the Guardians must turn things around in Game 3 to avoid a sweep.

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