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NFL Mandates Uniform Video Boards During Kicks
Sports
— Sep 17, 2026
The NFL has mandated that stadium video boards display the same All-22 angle or static image for both kicking teams during field goals and extra points to ensure competitive equity, a policy clarified after viral posts about the New England Patriots’ disorienting reverse-angle feeds. Separately, the league clarified online post rules, encouraging teams to share league-controlled content and sharply defining what game footage can be used for sponsor-driven features, building on a prior policy change and a later August clarification.
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VP clarifies Politico loses White House office but not banned
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— Sep 22, 2026
The 89-second video features the Vice President clarifying that Politico has not been banned but no longer has an office in the White House. The footage is circulating widely amid ongoing conversations about press access. @RapidResponse47
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“Could you pls clarify your statement that could literally not be any clearer?” 🤷🏼♀️🙃
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Meme Wars: trending on the Left today.
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WHO Seeks Cause of Russian Lab Worker’s Death
World
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The WHO says the cause of a Russian anti-plague laboratory worker’s fatal pneumonia remains unknown, but it has found no evidence of ongoing transmission or a registered plague case. Russian authorities reported that contacts tested negative and completed medical monitoring; the WHO has requested more information to clarify the death and conflicting reports.
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Federal Regulator, Seven States Ask Federal Judge To Hold Securities Fraudster Martin Shkreli In Contempt
Libby Bandelin · 3 min · 1h
Unopposed Redding Clerk Race Omitted From Sample Ballot
Politics
— Oct 6, 2026
Redding’s November ballot appears to omit the unopposed city clerk race despite state rules generally requiring unopposed candidates to appear, and officials have not yet clarified the impact. In the City Council contest, nine candidates are seeking three seats, with the Chamber of Commerce endorsing Russ Wenham and Christina Prosperi; candidate interviews highlighted differing qualifications and priorities.
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
Ranking
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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Kern Water Leaders to Receive Annual Awards
Environment
— Oct 6, 2026
A California-Nevada program is reducing sediment and nutrients entering Lake Tahoe to restore its celebrated clarity, while Kern County water leaders Kristina Budak and Jonathan Parker are being recognized for their public-service and infrastructure contributions. Other water-related efforts include California’s recognition of water-sector workers and a Battery Park City art project prompting community engagement with climate resilience.
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Nu Holdings says no Monzo takeover plans
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— Sep 30, 2026
Nu Holdings, Nubank’s parent, said it is not pursuing a deal with U.K. digital bank Monzo, pushing back on takeover reports after the speculation sent Nu shares lower. The company said its focus remains on Brazil, Mexico and Colombia, alongside expansion in the U.S. and internationally; its shares rose after the clarification.
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Elena Vasquez
Nu is right to focus on Latin America instead of chasing a UK bank that might not fit their model.
Norway reports 1 million pension recipients aged 62+
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— Sep 27, 2026
Norway reported that more than 1 million people age 62 and older received retirement pensions in 2025, while Ukrainian guidance clarifies which workers qualify for full sick-leave pay and how maternity and child-care leave count toward pension insurance records. Separately, research and family experience suggest that paid leave for fathers can support mothers’ health, children’s well-being and family connections.
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Review Finds Mixed Signals on Pregnancy Phone Use
Health
— Sep 22, 2026
A systematic review found mixed evidence on cellphone use during pregnancy, with some studies linking prolonged or frequent use to fetal or newborn heart-related effects and a greater risk of shorter pregnancies. Researchers stressed that the findings do not establish cellphone use as a cause and called for better studies to clarify any risks.
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Traders Bet Big Minutes Before Trump’s Iran Post. Then A Top Regulator’s Adviser Reportedly Stepped In
A top adviser to the commodities regulator's chairman told career staff to retract a referral over possible insider trading in oil bets, Bloomberg reported Tuesday.
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South Sudan School Roof Restored for 701 Children
Business
— Sep 21, 2026
The relevant articles explain that homeowners should assess roof condition before investing in replacement: proper inspections can identify ventilation issues, guide choices suited to local hazards, and determine whether repairs can protect property value as effectively as a new roof. A separate religious-law article clarifies that completed vessels such as intact furniture cannot be used as sukkah roofing, while dismantled wood may be permitted; unrelated franchise and school-restoration stories are omitted.
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Talarico Clarifies Stance on Trans Athletes After Fox News Comments
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— Sep 22, 2026
In Texas, Democratic Senate hopeful James Talarico has tempered his stance on transgender athletes, emphasizing local decision-making and saying he opposes trans athletes in girls’ sports only if safety or fairness are at risk, as he campaigns statewide. Across coverage, Republicans push to frame transgender participation in women's sports as a key issue while Democrats try to pivot to broader concerns in a high-stakes Texas race.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
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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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AI Debt: Investors Demand Premiums, Favor Traditional Issuers
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— Sep 22, 2026
The U.S. corporate bond market is splitting: AI-related issuers are facing caution and wider concessions as hyperscalers’ borrowing needs rise, while traditional issuers like financial and industrial firms continue to attract strong demand. With Goldman Sachs forecasting hyperscaler debt at about $420 billion next year and overall U.S. issuance rising, investors remain selective, pricing some AI-related deals as higher-risk and seeking clarity on future returns.
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NHL Weighs Houston, Austin Expansion by Year-End
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— Sep 21, 2026
After a six-month vetting period, the NHL says no decisions on expansion to Houston or Austin have been made and no firm deadline exists, though a December vote by the board could clarify the path forward. The Friedkin Group remains evaluating both cities, with a split among owners on where to expand and a $3.5 billion commitment (franchise plus arena) cited as the scale of the move.
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Absentee Voting Underway in Minnesota, Planned in Mississippi
Politics
— Sep 18, 2026
Absentee and early in-person voting are underway across Minnesota communities—including Pipestone, Monticello, and Ramsey County—with details on where to vote, how ballots are returned, and deadlines for mail ballots. Mississippi, meanwhile, has begun absentee voting with updated procedures designed to clarify ballot tabulation and ensure voters understand the new process.
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Diesel Policy: Don’t Ban It, Bank It for Winter
Frank Lasee · 5 min · 2h
Scientists Identify First New Cat Species in Century
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— Sep 17, 2026
Genetic analysis across South America identifies Leopardus tilcayo, a small Tilcayo tiger cat from Bolivia, as a distinct new species—the first to be named in about a century—and notes a broader reclassification that recognizes five tiger-cat species in the region, including a subspecies of L. tigrinus called antisuyo. The findings underscore biodiversity in the tiger-cat group amid conservation concerns and clarify the long-contested cat family tree.
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Tom Gallagher
The split into five tiger-cat species should help target conservation better, but it also shows how fragile these small populations really are.
Jim Carrey vs Adam Sandler
Yourlist
— VS Battle
Rubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.
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Minnesota Priest Weeps During Mass, Calls Experience Private
Lifestyle
— Sep 16, 2026
A Minnesota priest, Father Brent Bowman, was visibly moved and wept during the Eucharistic Prayer at a school Mass, later described as a private spiritual grace revealing a deeper sense of Christ’s presence, not a visible miracle. Church leaders and reliable outlets clarified that there was no change in the wine’s appearance and emphasized the ongoing Catholic teaching of the Real Presence at every Mass, amid initial viral speculation.
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Jelly Roll Weighs Music Future, Seeks God’s Direction
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— Sep 14, 2026
Jelly Roll says he may walk away from music to follow God’s direction, planning a hiatus and saying he’d do something entirely different if that’s what God wants. His reflections come after a year of major career highs, including Grammys and Grand Ole Opry induction, alongside personal changes like divorce, sobriety, and ongoing therapy as he seeks clarity for his next path.
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Pentagon reinstates mandatory testosterone screening for troops over 30
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— Sep 18, 2026
The Pentagon has reissued and standardized mandatory testosterone deficiency screening for male service members aged 30 and older after previously pausing guidance, with under-30 personnel eligible for screening on request and a structured symptom-risk assessment followed by two fasting morning tests. It also clarifies that treatment is for diagnosed deficiency only and should not be used to boost battlefield performance, with no penalties for declining treatment.
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Tom Gallagher
Smart move keeping treatment limited to diagnosed cases instead of turning it into some performance shortcut.
Panettiere rep says death investigation ongoing amid unverified reports
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— Sep 15, 2026
Hayden Panettiere's death remains under investigation with toxicology results pending, and her representative has urged patience while dismissing unverified reports about potential drug involvement. Reports of a fentanyl-laced pill and a DEA search have circulated, but authorities have not confirmed a cause, as investigators continue to seek clarity on what happened.
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Chuck Schumer-Aligned PAC Pulls Funding From Georgia Senate Race As Democrats Grow More Confident
The Democrats' top campaign arm pulled money from the Georgia Senate race Tuesday as Democratic Georgia Sen. Jon Ossoff held a comfortable lead.
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Oregon Settles Adoption Case, Reconsiders Christian Mother’s Application
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— Sep 14, 2026
Oregon doctors a settlement with Jessica Bates to allow her to be reconsidered for foster-adoption without requiring her to endorse gender ideology, effectively preventing denial of her application based on religious beliefs about sex and gender. The agreement also covers Bates’s legal costs, clarifies she cannot be excluded solely for her faith, and permits her to reapply, while Oregon maintains placements consider each child’s needs, including LGBTQ youth, separately from Bates’s case.
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Gulf Coast Braces for Hurricane Isaias
Weather
— 6d
Schools across parts of Northwest Florida, Southwest Alabama and Baldwin County—including Catholic schools—are closing or canceling activities ahead of Tropical Storm Isaias, with some districts also suspending Thursday events. South Mississippi communities are preparing for heavy rain, damaging winds and coastal flooding, opening sandbag sites and declaring local emergencies.
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New York Gov Hochul Declares Emergency Over 108 Measles Cases
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Democratic New York Gov. Kathy Hochul issued an executive order Monday declaring a "state of emergency" as the state reports more than 100 measles cases.
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Hochul Declares Disaster Emergency Over Measles Outbreak
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— Oct 6, 2026
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) is battling the state’s outbreak of measles cases by declaring the first statewide disaster emergency. The governor announced the move Monday in an… — by Sandra Rhodes
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White House says fraudsters will no longer steal from Americans
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— Oct 3, 2026
The clip shows an official White House statement declaring that fraudsters will no longer steal from the American people. It is spreading as viewers share the direct policy message from the administration. @WhiteHouse
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America’s Housing Market Shows Cracks As Foreclosures Rise And Buyers Retreat
Jack McGeever · 4 min · 3h
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