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Atlanta Dream take 2-0 semifinal lead — 1dNaz Hillmon's layup with 20.8 seconds left in OT lifted Atlanta past New York 101-98 for a 2-0 WNBA semifinals lead.

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Atlanta Dream plans 2027 move to State Farm Arena — 2dThe Atlanta Dream will move all 25 home games to State Farm Arena in 2027 under a multiyear deal, leaving 3,500-seat Gateway Center after three straight sold-out seasons.

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Community Festivals Planned, Held Across Four CitiesEntertainment — 3dCommunities in Penfield, Atlanta and Gainesville are hosting public outdoor music and neighborhood events featuring local performers and activities. The events also support charitable or community-focused organizations, including the Mac Miller Fund and Veterans Outreach Center, the Atlanta Music Project and Community Spring.

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Dodgers Move Ohtani to Fifth for Game 3 — 4dWith the NLDS tied 1-1 and Chris Sale set to start for Atlanta, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts is weighing lineup changes, including moving Shohei Ohtani lower and adding right-handed hitters. Roberts also said Edwin Díaz has reentered consideration to close after a strong outing; Atlanta had rested Sale for Game 2 to line him up for the matchup.

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Falcons spoil Saints' Domecoming anniversary with 45-24 victory — 4dThe Atlanta Falcons beat the New Orleans Saints 45-24 in the teams’ 20th-anniversary Domecoming game, taking control with Bijan Robinson’s 59-yard touchdown run on the opening drive. Brian Robinson Jr. scored three rushing touchdowns for Atlanta, while Alvin Kamara scored twice for New Orleans.

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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.

Meme claims Atlanta Zoo pandas are Eric Swalwell and Fang Fang in disguise — 6dMeme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Two Giant Pandas Arrive in Atlanta as China Goodwill Gesture — Sep 27, 2026Ping Ping and Fu Shuang arrived Sunday in Atlanta on a FedEx Boeing 777 for a 10-year Zoo Atlanta stay after Xi called them messengers of friendship.

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Sam Okafor This arrival feels like one small bright spot in US-China ties, even if bigger issues stay unresolved for now.

Georgia unveils new 'I Voted' sticker by metro Atlanta artist — Sep 29, 2026

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Tom Gallagher The new design really captures Georgia's spirit better than the old ones did.

Freeman Homers Amid Boos, Dodgers Lead Series 2-1 — 1dFreddie Freeman homered in the Dodgers’ 3-1 win over Atlanta, putting Los Angeles ahead 2-1 in the NLDS and one victory from advancing. Booed in his postseason return to the Braves, Freeman said he expected the reaction and still holds affection for the team and its fans.

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Crime declines in AtlantaPolitics — Sep 27, 2026

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Atlanta to launch 2028 Olympic torch relay across all 50 states — Sep 29, 2026Atlanta will start the 2028 Olympic torch relay across all 50 states, a first; the flame arrives spring 2028 ahead of the July 14 Los Angeles opening ceremony.

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Rachel Meyers It's smart to start the torch in Atlanta this time, given their history with the games, and hitting all states should build real excitement before LA.

Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

Canada, Bonner lead Dream to 92-82 win over Liberty in semifinals opener — 4dJordin Canada scored 20 of her 25 points after half and DeWanna Bonner added 23 off the bench as Atlanta beat New York 92-82 in WNBA semifinals Game 1.

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Rachel Meyers Atlanta's third quarter surge and forcing all those turnovers made the difference, Liberty will need to clean that up fast.

US Theaters Plan Halloween Shows NationwideEntertainment — 3dTheater and arts venues across Chicago, Seattle, Atlanta and Marion are offering Halloween-season programming, from horror plays and variety shows to puppet productions, classic films and live music. Dallas is also hosting a family festival with performances, dancing, activities and animal encounters.

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Falcons rout Saints 45-24, drop them to 1-3 — 3dThe 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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12 IHRA-Linked Racetracks Listed for AuctionSports — 2dDarryl Cuttell’s motorsports network has put a dozen racetracks, including Heartland Motorsports Park, Atlanta Dragway and Rockingham Speedway, up for auction, with sealed bids due Nov. 17. The listings require a 10% deposit and a 30-day closing, and the sale leaves the tracks’ future as racing venues uncertain amid turmoil surrounding the IHRA.

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The grammar gatekeeper testQuizie — QuizTwelve spelling and grammar traps that catch almost everyone. Pass, and the AI knights you. Fail, and it's gentle about it. Mostly.

Hawks Lose Preseason Opener After 49-26 QuarterSports — 2dAtlanta opened the preseason with a loss to Memphis after a disastrous 49-26 second quarter exposed defensive problems among the reserves, though the starters were more effective and the team rallied later. The performance raised questions about bench roles and rookie Zuby Ejiofor’s playing time, but reports cautioned against drawing firm conclusions from one game, especially with Lu Dort and other key players unavailable.

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Cameron Boozer Posts 11 Points in Grizzlies Debut — 3dCameron Boozer made an impressive NBA preseason debut, recording 11 points, five rebounds, four assists and two steals in 18 minutes as the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Atlanta Hawks 132-123. His scoring, post playmaking and defensive impact underscored his potential as a central piece of Memphis’ rebuilding roster and a contender for Rookie of the Year.

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Youth Shootings and Gun Cases Span Multiple CitiesWorld — Sep 29, 2026Teen shootings were reported in Atlanta, Champaign, and Huron: two teens were wounded in Atlanta with the shooter still unidentified, while a 16-year-old in Champaign was hospitalized and two juveniles were arrested. In Huron, a 19-year-old was killed in a March shooting, and authorities identified two suspects who are now wanted.

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Dream, Mystics Set for WNBA Playoff Opener — Sep 25, 2026The No. 4 Atlanta Dream and No. 5 Washington Mystics open a best-of-three WNBA playoff series Sunday in Atlanta, with the Dream holding home-court advantage. Atlanta closed the regular season strong, while Washington arrives after a franchise-best 28-win season and a late surge into the postseason.

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Sportsbooks Promote MLB Postseason Betting OffersSports — 2dBetMGM promotions advertised around the Dodgers-Braves and Brewers-Padres NLDS games offer eligible new customers up to $1,500 in bonus bets if their first wager loses; select states instead have a $150 bonus offer tied to a winning $10 wager. The articles also previewed the pivotal Game 3 matchups, with Atlanta and San Diego seeking to build or revive their series chances.

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China keeps ownership as loaned pandas head to Atlanta — Sep 26, 2026Xi announces two giant pandas for Zoo Atlanta within days under a 10-year lease. Beijing retains title, a fact the 1972 crowds never faced and visitors still rarely see.

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Maya Lindstrom It's good Atlanta gets the pandas, but China holding title the whole time shows it's still their property.

Falcons Pro Bowler Jeff Van Note Dies at 80 — 6dSix-time Pro Bowl Falcons center Jeff Van Note, who played all 18 NFL seasons in Atlanta, died at 80; the team announced it October 2, 2026, with no cause given.

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China to Send Pandas to Atlanta Within Days — Sep 24, 2026Xi Jinping said two pandas, Ping Ping and Fu Shuang, will arrive at Zoo Atlanta within days, calling them a symbol of friendship during his White House visit with Trump.

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Rachel Meyers Pandas as a friendship symbol fits after the Xi and Trump meeting, though I wonder how long the goodwill will last.

Saints Fall to Falcons 45-24 — 5dAhead of Monday night’s Saints-Falcons game, Tyler Shough’s strong passing numbers and six turnovers have put his decision-making under scrutiny. Atlanta has sacked him nine times in their two previous meetings, while New Orleans will look to exploit the Falcons’ depleted defense and Shough’s connection with Chris Olave.

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