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Pirates seek fifth straight MTN8 title against Sundowns
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Mamelodi Sundowns and Orlando Pirates meet in the sold-out MTN8 final at Moses Mabhida Stadium, with Pirates seeking a fifth consecutive title and Sundowns aiming to end a five-year wait for the trophy. Sundowns coach Miguel Cardoso says his side is ready, setting up a clash between two teams that advanced through challenging knockout campaigns.
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ECU Marching Pirates Selected for 2027 Macy’s Parade
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East Carolina University’s Marching Pirates will make their debut in the 2027 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade after being selected from more than 100 bands. The announcement celebrated the band’s recent growth and renewed spirit.
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Makhaula delays retirement, signs Pirates extension
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Orlando Pirates midfielder Makhehlene Makhaula has postponed retirement and extended his contract after chairman Irvin Khoza persuaded him to play on, telling the 36-year-old he still had the legs to contribute. Makhaula is focused on pursuing more silverware, including the MTN8 final against Mamelodi Sundowns.
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Pirates-Sundowns MTN8 Final Sells Out
Sports
— Oct 2, 2026
Orlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns will meet in a sold-out MTN8 final at Durban’s Moses Mabhida Stadium on October 10, with the winner claiming the trophy and a R10 million prize. Pirates are seeking a third straight MTN8 final win over Sundowns, who draw confidence from a recent league victory; Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says his team is preparing with ambition despite players’ international commitments.
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‘Think Of My Dad’: Abdul El-Sayed Defends Campaigning With Obama After Criticizing Him During Presidency
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Ouaddou stresses key moments before MTN8 final
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Orlando Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says his team must stay composed, defend resiliently, start strongly and convert scarce chances to beat Mamelodi Sundowns in the MTN8 final as Pirates pursue a fifth consecutive title. He said preparations have gone well despite some players being away on international duty, while injured midfielder Sihle Nduli is unlikely to be ready.
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
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College football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.
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Somali pirates hijack tanker
World
— Sep 30, 2026
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Pirates Baseball Awards
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— Sep 26, 2026
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Somali Forces Rescue US-Sanctioned Tanker From Pirates
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— Sep 25, 2026
Puntland forces freed US-sanctioned tanker Sibu 1 and its 20 crew, capturing 15 suspected pirates after an at-sea ambush south of Garacad.
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Elena Vasquez
The sanctions on that tanker add another layer but the ambush rescue still got everyone out safely. Local forces deserve credit for acting fast.
Tigers Open Final Season Series Against Pirates
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— Sep 25, 2026
The Pirates and Tigers opened their final 2026 regular-season series Friday in Detroit, with Bubba Chandler facing Jackson Jobe; the Tigers had already been eliminated from playoff contention. Justin Verlander was scheduled to make his final career start Saturday before retiring.
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Why a climber feels most alive mid-pitch, not at the summit
Pager studies found people report more flow during structured work than unstructured leisure—yet still say they would rather be elsewhere.
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Liberatore Ends Winless Streak, Cardinals Beat Pirates
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— Sep 24, 2026
Matthew Liberatore ended an 11-start winless drought by allowing one run over 5 2/3 innings as the Cardinals defeated the Pirates 5-1, with Alec Burleson driving in a season-best 112th RBI and Masyn Winn and JJ Wetherholt providing key hits. The Pirates’ five-game winning streak ended as St. Louis seized the series finale’s momentum and positioned itself to avoid a losing season, while Pittsburgh’s late-season push stalled.
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Tom Gallagher
Liberatore finally breaking through with that strong outing should give the Cardinals some real momentum down the stretch.
Pirates, Cardinals Split First Two Games
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— Sep 21, 2026
The Pirates and Cardinals open a final NL Central series at PNC Park as Pittsburgh tries to finish above .500 and lock up third place, with a newly revealed Pirates lineup heading into the game. The series rundown includes injury and lineup notes plus prospects for late-season individual milestones as both teams close out 2026 without playoff implications.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From 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.
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Brandon Lowe's Homer Lifts Pirates Past Royals, 6-5
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— Sep 19, 2026
Brandon Lowe's two-run eighth-inning homer lifted the Pirates over the Royals 6-5, his fourth in five games and Pittsburgh's record 96th at PNC Park.
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Priya Raman
Royals keep finding ways to lose late in the season. That rally came up just short again.
Brewers Near Division Clinch Entering Pirates Series
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— Sep 14, 2026
"The Milwaukee Brewers, leading the NL Central late in the season, travel to Pittsburgh for a pivotal three-game series as they push to clinch the division and seek the top NL seed, powered by ace Jacob Misiorowski who has been dominant this year. The Pirates, with slim playoff chances and a bullpen-by-committee approach, look to finish strong as scheduling uncertainties loom and the Brewers’ recent form raises the stakes for the playoff race."
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Priya Raman
Brewers pushing for the top seed makes this matchup bigger than a normal division game.
Pirates All-Star Ashcraft out for season with arm fatigue, no structural damage
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— Sep 18, 2026
Braxton Ashcraft said his right-arm issue was fatigue rather than a structural injury and he won’t pitch again this season, with medical guidance pointing to preparation for 2027 after a breakout year that featured a 3.65 ERA over 165.1 innings in 28 starts.
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Sam Okafor
Losing a guy with that ERA hurts the rotation depth, but at least he'll be ready without a long rehab ahead.
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‘More Dangerous Than Drugs’: Bill Gates Warns Of Risks Posed By Artificial Intelligence
Jillian Butler · 4 min · 14h
MLB Sets Multiple Weekend Matchups Including Giants at Dodgers
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— Sep 17, 2026
This round of MLB previews highlights upcoming September games across several teams, including Giants at Dodgers, Nationals at Cardinals, Royals at Pirates, Brewers at Orioles, and Mariners at Rockies, with listed start times and accompanying ticket and broadcast details. The articles repeatedly promote StubHub tickets and game broadcasts as part of the schedule coverage.
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Soccer vs American Football
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The world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.
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Rare VW W10 BMW M5 heads to auction
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— Sep 25, 2026
A rare E39 BMW M5 prototype commissioned by Volkswagen chief Ferdinand Piëch pairs the sedan with a naturally aspirated 5.0-liter W10 engine, producing more power than the standard V8 and retaining a six-speed manual. The experimental car, part of Volkswagen’s narrow-angle-engine development that led toward the Bugatti Veyron’s W16, is heading to auction in Belgium with an estimate of €250,000 to €350,000.
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Johnny Depp Could Reportedly Make a Comeback for Next ‘Pirates’ Movie, Former Disney Exec Says
Reporting
— Jun 6, 2022
A former Disney executive suggested actor Johnny Depp could be making a comeback for the next “Pirates of the Caribbean” film. “I absolutely believe post-verdict that Pirates is primed for rebooting with Johnny as Capt…
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Latuf Freed Off Somalia; 14 Pirates Killed
World
— Aug 29, 2026
Somalia, with the Turkish Navy, freed the Cameroon-flagged cargo ship MV Latuf after a 10-day operation in which four pirate boats were destroyed and 14 pirates were killed, allowing the vessel to resume its voyage. The push to retake the vessel highlights ongoing piracy off Somalia and the defense cooperation between Somalia and Türkiye to safeguard maritime security.
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Pirates Acquire Marinaccio for International Pool, DFA Santana
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— Jul 23, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired right-hander Ron Marinaccio from the Padres and designated reliever Dennis Santana for assignment to clear a roster spot, with Marinaccio expected to bolster the bullpen. Marinaccio carries a 4.79 ERA this season for the Padres, while Santana has a 6.05 ERA in 44 appearances, highlighting the bullpen shakeup ahead of the Pirates’ weekend series.
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St. Teresa of Ávila Reforms the Carmelite Order
Teresa founds the Discalced Carmelites at Ávila.
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Pirates prospect Termarr Johnson suffers serious knee injury
Sports
— Aug 9, 2026
Pirates prospect Termarr Johnson suffered a left knee injury at Triple-A Indianapolis, was carted off with an air cast, and faces a diagnosis that could affect his Rule 5 eligibility and future with the organization. The injury comes during a tough season for Johnson, while rival teams like Ji Hwan Bae have already moved on to new opportunities, highlighting ongoing infield upheaval across the Pirates’ landscape.
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Disneyland's 'Pirates of the Caribbean' Ride Reopens with a Detail Amber Heard Won't Like at All
Reporting
— Jul 3, 2022
On Friday, an adoring public trooped to see Captain Jack Sparrow as the “Pirates of the Caribbean” attraction at Disneyland reopened. The ride was mobbed with fans that created long lines, according to Deadline . The…
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Running Down Rumors: The Truth About Johnny Depp’s Return to ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’
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— Jun 30, 2022
Johnny Depp’s spokesperson just broke a lot of hearts. On June 7, Poptopic reported that the Walt Disney Co. was preparing a hefty deal of more than $300 million to plead for Depp’s return to the popular “Pirates of the…
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Shortstop, 19, Inks $140M Deal With Pirates
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— Apr 8, 2026
Shortstop Konnor Griffin has played in the major league for less than a week and is assured many years to come. Griffin, 19, agreed to a nine-year, $140 million contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates early Wednesday, per…
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Petitions Attract More Than 500,000 Signatures to Restore Johnny Depp’s Role in ‘Pirates of the Caribbean’
Reporting
— May 9, 2022
Two petitions have brought in more than 500,000 signatures each calling for actor Johnny Depp’s role in the “Pirates of the Caribbean franchise” to be restored. One petition titled, “Justice for Johnny Depp,” has…
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‘Put His 5-Year-Old In Danger’: Mullin Clashes With Margaret Brennan Over ICE Shooting Of Criminal Illegal
Jillian Butler · 4 min · 15h
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