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JJ Spaun Wins BMW PGA Championship Debut — Sep 18, 2026JJ Spaun won the 2026 BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth with a 17-under 271 to edge a crowded leaderboard, as Manuel Elvira and Filippo Celli led the field in the third round and Rory McIlroy stayed within two of the lead heading into the final day. The event opened with Aaron Rai and Joakim Lagergren atop the standings, while big-name players such as Koepka, Rahm, and Fleetwood missed the cut amid a challenging setup and deep field.

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Lions offense targets Panthers amid rain while Chiefs stay unbeaten — Oct 3, 2026Chiefs and Raiders both sit at 3-0 for an Oct. 4 Allegiant Stadium clash; Lions have scored 31 points in each game before a rainy trip to Carolina.

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Marcus Bell Detroit's passing game could still rack up yards if the rain stays light, even with Carolina's injuries.

Torrential rain floods streets and halts rail in Bilbao and Barcelona — Oct 3, 2026Water hit knee level in Bilbao's centre in under an hour; 137 of 150 Bizkaia weather incidents were in the city after 70-plus mm of rain.

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Marcus Bell Barcelona's streets turning into rivers is a real mess for homes and shops. Authorities did the right thing closing roads early.

Heavy Rain Threats Expected Across Nepal, U.S.Weather — Sep 17, 2026Nepal faces a potential spell of very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall this week as a Bay of Bengal system may strengthen and interact with a westerly flow, prompting authorities to urge monitoring and precautions. In the United States, South Florida is warned of frequent showers and high rainfall rates with flood risk, while the Northeast—from New York City to surrounding areas—faces a flash flood threat this weekend that could affect the I-95 corridor.

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India cuts foodgrain target; USDA trims sugar forecastBusiness — 2dDrought, erratic monsoon rains and El Niño risks are weighing on India’s agricultural outlook: the government lowered its 2026–27 foodgrain target, while forecasts point to reduced vegetable-oil production and a sharp drop in sugar output. The sugar shortfall could exceed domestic demand, and weaker Indian and Southeast Asian supplies may raise import costs and tighten global markets.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Verstappen Wins Rain-Delayed Singapore Sprint and Takes Pole — 1dMax Verstappen is under investigation for allegedly overtaking Lewis Hamilton under yellow flags during Singapore Grand Prix sprint qualifying, after Sergio Perez’s crash scattered debris on track. Verstappen said he gave Hamilton the position back; a penalty remains possible as stewards review the incident.

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Tropical-fueled storms, cooldown expected across ArizonaWeather — 4dShowers and thunderstorms are expected across the Phoenix area from Saturday into early next week as moisture from Tropical Storm Rachel combines with a low-pressure system, bringing locally heavy rain and gusty winds. Temperatures are forecast to drop sharply from triple-digit heat into the 80s, with strong Sunday winds potentially raising blowing-dust and travel concerns.

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Golf Course Housing Debates Span 369 LocationsSports — 3dCities are making different decisions about municipal golf courses: Edmonton’s courses are closing for the season after a rain-disrupted year, while Virginia Beach approved selling a 350-acre course for a housing development, pending rezoning and amid a federal lawsuit. The sale reflects broader local debates over redeveloping golf-course land versus preserving open space.

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Fatal Crashes and Hit-and-Runs Under InvestigationWorld — 6dAuthorities are investigating several fatal roadway incidents: a driver in a white SUV fled after a deadly collision in Springfield, Virginia, while San Antonio police are probing a fatal hit-and-run on FM 78 and a separate death involving a man struck by an Amtrak train while crossing tracks. No suspect details were available in the two hit-and-run cases, and a nearby resident raised concerns about safety at the rail crossing.

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Verstappen Wins Rain-Hit Bahrain Grand Prix — Sep 30, 2026Kimi Antonelli praised Max Verstappen’s exceptional race vision, saying the Red Bull driver quickly reads situations and finds openings to overtake. Antonelli also highlighted Verstappen’s ability to find extra pace when it matters, even when the car or weekend initially appears uncompetitive.

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Streep’s Aslan Casting Sparks Narnia Backlash — 6dMeryl Streep will voice Aslan in Gerwig's Magician's Nephew. Narnia has sold 120 million copies; a Christian Post column accused Gerwig of making Aslan transgender over rainbow-whiskers art.

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Nicole Hardy The backlash seems premature since the film is not even finished, and the choice may simply highlight Aslan's authority without altering the books.

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.

Russian Attacks Kill Civilians Across UkraineWorld — Sep 28, 2026A series of reported Ukrainian drone strikes damaged railway infrastructure in Russia’s Bryansk region, partially collapsing a bridge and derailing about 28 railcars, including empty freight cars. The acting governor said no one was injured; Reuters said it could not independently verify the account, and Ukraine did not immediately comment.

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Extreme El Niño Raises Global Climate RisksWeather — Sep 24, 2026Forecasts warn that a potentially very strong El Niño could intensify heat, drought, disrupted rainfall and flooding, threatening health, crops, food and water security, and economies worldwide. Its effects will vary by region and countries’ ability to respond, prompting calls for stronger preparation as officials warn of risks including deaths, hunger and economic strain.

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Lionel Messi flashes World Cup stare then curls free-kick goal for Inter Miami — Sep 30, 2026MC posted Lionel Messi recreating his iconic raised-eyebrow stare from the England World Cup match before scoring a tight-angle free kick that equalized for Inter Miami.

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Nor’easter Prompts Cubs-Red Sox Schedule ChangesSports — Sep 21, 2026A powerful nor'easter threatens the Cubs‑Red Sox series in Boston, risking rainouts and possible makeup games that could affect wild-card seeding with six games left for both teams. Forecasts from EC‑AIFA and other models point to heavy rain, high winds, and a potential need for a makeup doubleheader or even a neutral-site solution if the games matter for postseason positioning.

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Support Trump vs Support DemocratsYourlist — VS BattleEvery executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.

Genco Raises Quarterly Dividend Over 400% to $0.80Finance — Sep 23, 2026Genco Shipping & Trading cited strong dry-bulk market conditions—including limited fleet growth and longer commodity routes—as support for earnings and dividends, forecasting more than $1 per share in dividends in each of the final two quarters of 2026. Separate coverage highlighted Union Pacific, CSX, GATX and Wabtec as income-oriented investments, citing the freight rail network’s entrenched position and pricing power while noting economic and regulatory risks.

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NFLPA Flags Rio Field Concerns Before Cowboys-Ravens — Sep 25, 2026Six weeks of record rain preceded the NFL's first Rio game at Maracanã; on Sept. 25 the NFLPA said the field needed stitching and raised expansion limits.

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Derek Foss Brazil might be a fun market but the league should sort out basic field conditions before scheduling more games there.

Record Fuel Prices Raise Costs Across U.S.Finance — Sep 14, 2026Diesel prices have surged to record highs above $6 a gallon as the fall harvest and grain shipments ramp up, squeezing farmers and truckers with higher fuel costs. Rail fuel surcharges on grain shipments have also spiked, accounting for a larger share of transportation costs and weakening grain basis amid the ongoing energy and geopolitical tensions.

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Raiders defense targets Maye turnovers in Week 5 Patriots matchup — 3dThe Raiders visit the Patriots in a key Week 5 matchup, with New England focused on containing tight ends Brock Bowers and Michael Mayer, who have been central to Las Vegas’ offense. The Raiders will also need to account for emerging Patriots pass rusher Elijah Ponder, while their takeaway-minded defense looks to pressure Drake Maye, who has been productive but turnover-prone.

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Chiefs-Raiders Draw Record 28.4 Million ViewersSports — 4dThe Chiefs’ 30-27 win over the Raiders drew about 28.4 million viewers, making CBS’s late-afternoon NFL window the season’s most-watched broadcast and setting a Week 4 audience record. The matchup’s appeal was boosted by both teams entering undefeated, with the Raiders’ surprising 3-0 start adding intrigue.

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Israeli Forces Raid West Bank Town, Surround Mosque — Sep 20, 2026Israeli forces raided Biddu in the West Bank, surrounded the Abdullah bin Jaber Mosque during Asr prayers after a shooting near Halamish that killed an Israeli settler, with the suspect, Qadri Samara, a Biddu resident and former prisoner, wounded and later detained at a Ramallah hospital. The incidents are part of a wider surge in Israeli raids and settler attacks in the occupied West Bank since the Gaza war began in 2023.

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IMF: AI Could Raise Europe’s Productivity, Deepen Strains — Sep 19, 2026IMF studies and remarks warn that AI could raise EU productivity by about 1% over five years, but benefits would be uneven and could strain power grids and raise dependence on foreign technology unless Europe deepens economic integration and invests in energy, infrastructure, and skills. At the global level, the IMF cautions that inflation remains stubborn, debt service costs rise, and AI financing concentrated in the United States could pose systemic risks, even as growth around 3% would be a notable achievement.

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U.S. Banks Raise Prime Rate to 7% — Sep 16, 2026U.S. Bancorp, Fifth Third Bank, and other large U.S. lenders have raised their prime lending rates to 7.00% from 6.75%, with U.S. Bank setting the new level to take effect on September 17, 2026 and others moving in after the Federal Reserve’s rate hike. The changes are designed to lift banks’ net interest income but may raise borrowing costs for consumers and businesses, even as executives express optimism about the economy.

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Dana Whitfield This rate hike will squeeze borrowers just when the economy needs stability most.

Raiders Sign Michael Mayer to $45M Extension — Sep 12, 2026The Las Vegas Raiders have extended tight end Michael Mayer for three years at $45 million with $30 million guaranteed, making him one of the highest-paid at the position and setting him up for expanded duties as Brock Bowers deals with a knee issue that will sideline him early. The move comes alongside ongoing concerns about Bowers’ durability, with Mayer expected to step in for Week 1 and serve as a key security blanket for the Raiders’ developing offense.

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Maya Lindstrom Mayer's extension looks like solid insurance with Bowers banged up, but 30 million guaranteed feels steep for a backup role.

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Drone strikes and hybrid warfare escalate around the Russia-Ukraine war