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Stellantis CEO says Wayve partnership could shorten driver-assistance development — 2dStellantis CEO Filosa said a Wayve AI tie-up could cut costs and shrink ~24-month ADAS cycles, with Level 2++ hands-free launch targeted for North America in 2028.

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CAF weighs return to biennial AFCON — 1dCAF is reviewing its plan to move the Africa Cup of Nations to a four-year schedule and is considering restoring the tournament’s traditional two-year cycle. President Patrice Motsepe said no decision has been made, after the proposed change drew criticism over its impact on African teams and the competition’s place in the calendar.

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Tyler Adams Reclaims USMNT Captaincy for 2030 Cycle — Oct 2, 2026Pochettino named Tyler Adams USMNT captain on Oct. 2, 2026, for the 2030 cycle, 16 hours before USA-Mexico; Adams returns to the role he held as youngest 2022 World Cup captain.

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Priya Raman Naming him captain hours before Mexico shows Pochettino wants steady leadership right away.

Oktoberfest Ride Hands Out 100 Shorts Against Upskirting — Oct 2, 2026An 80-year-old Oktoberfest operator handed out more than 100 cycling shorts at the Teufelsrad this year; at least 32,000 videos of women on the ride circulate online.

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Tom Gallagher Free shorts are helpful but the real issue is closing those gaps in the law for altered images.

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.

Builders FirstSource Hits 52-Week Low, RBC Downgrades — 4dBuilders FirstSource shares have tumbled amid rising mortgage rates, weak housing demand and concerns about shrinking margins; RBC downgraded the company and cut its price target, warning that a housing recovery may be delayed and earnings forecasts are too optimistic. A discounted-cash-flow analysis suggests the shares may be worth more than their current price, but that estimate depends on sustained cash generation through a difficult construction cycle.

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Nth Cycle Signs $1 Billion Glencore Battery Recycling Deal — Sep 22, 2026Nth Cycle sealed a 10-year Glencore offtake worth over $1 billion—its second billion-dollar battery deal in 2026 after Trafigura's $1.1 billion pact.

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Texas Redistricting Creates Unexpected House Race Contests; Colorado Considers Rules — Oct 3, 2026Texas Republicans’ mid-decade redistricting has reshaped South Texas districts and produced unexpectedly competitive races, even as candidates make affordability and voter outreach central themes. The map changes have fueled broader partisan redistricting battles, including Colorado’s proposed Amendment 86, which would set rules for drawing congressional boundaries outside the census cycle.

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Columbia pauses journalism MA admissions amid visa uncertainty — Oct 1, 2026Columbia Journalism School is pausing admissions to its Master of Arts program for an upcoming cycle while reviewing and reworking the curriculum; the dean said visa dynamics were among the considerations, as shifting Trump administration policies have reportedly contributed to a sharp decline in international applications. The school will continue its other journalism degrees and introduce a part-time online Master of Science program.

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Goldman Sachs Expects September Fed Rate Hike — Sep 13, 2026Goldman Sachs now expects a 25-basis-point increase at the upcoming Fed meeting, driven more by market pricing than by changes in inflation expectations. The firm says the surge in market odds could signal a one-off adjustment rather than the start of a new tightening cycle.

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Nicole Hardy This probably ends up as just one small adjustment rather than any fresh tightening cycle.

Lakeview School Faces Backlash Over Menstrual Disclosure Policy — Sep 15, 2026Lakeview High School in St. Clair Shores is facing backlash over a gym syllabus that asks female students to disclose menstrual cycle length to make up missed swimming days, with critics calling the requirement invasive and potentially discriminatory. The district says it will meet with a concerned parent, asserts no district-wide change yet, and maintains a commitment to educational best practices while addressing privacy concerns.

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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.

Pulisic Out, 13 Newcomers Join USMNT Roster — Sep 16, 2026Mauricio Pochettino’s first USMNT camp for the 2030 cycle omits Christian Pulisic, instead highlighting 16-year-old Cavan Sullivan and other teenagers as the squad prepares for friendlies against Peru, Chile, Mexico and Canada, with Yunus Musah recalled. The move signals a youth-forward rebuild for the program and comes amid talk of a strained Pulisic-Pochettino relationship after Pulisic’s 2025 Gold Cup absence and limited club playing time.

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Elena Vasquez Sullivan getting a look at 16 is bold but the lack of experience on this roster could hurt in those friendlies.

US, China Establish AI Dialogue Ahead of Summit — Sep 16, 2026Democrats urge sustained U.S.–China diplomacy on AI safety to address cross-border risks, calling for ongoing talks beyond Xi Jinping’s Washington visit. Meanwhile, international security forums warn that AI is compressing military decision cycles and advocate guardrails and human oversight, as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signals openness to discussions on shared AI risks ahead of a U.S.–China summit, with White House talks anticipated this week and next week featuring both open and closed-weight AI models.

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FDA Finds Cyclospora at Mexican Outbreak-Linked Sites — Oct 2, 2026FDA found Cyclospora in a wastewater tank and drainage ditch at Taylor Farms Mexico sites linked to an outbreak that sickened nearly 13,000, and closed its probe.

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Marcus Bell Taylor Farms Mexico clearly had poor sanitation if the parasite reached a drainage ditch and made 13,000 people sick.

Kentucky Crashes Close Roads, Injure CyclistAuto — 2dA bicyclist suffered serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Lexington, while a separate three-vehicle rollover on I-165 near Owensboro caused minor scrapes and temporarily closed the highway. Two crashes on I-75 North in Lexington, including one that injured a person, also temporarily blocked lanes.

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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.

Iowa State Men Finish Top 20 at NuttycombeSports — 3dIowa State men’s cross-country finished 19th at the Nuttycombe Invitational in a nationally competitive field, with the women also competing after a three-week break. The Cyclone men’s golf team is also set to return to Big 12 Match Play in Salt Lake City after finishing ninth in last year’s tournament.

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No. 8 BYU set to face Iowa State FridaySports — 5dUndefeated No. 8 BYU hosts Iowa State after the Cyclones’ explosive win over West Virginia, with dual-threat quarterback Bear Bachmeier and BYU’s home winning streak posing major challenges. The Cougars have looked uneven on offense, and coach Kalani Sitake said running back LJ Martin and linebacker Isaiah Glasker were doubtful for the game.

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Three rollover crashes send people to hospitalsAuto — Oct 4, 2026A cyclist in Columbia, Missouri, was rescued from beneath an overturned vehicle after a crash on Business Loop 70 and taken to a trauma center; the collision briefly closed part of the road. Separate overturn crashes in Cheshire and Peterborough also sent drivers or passengers to hospitals, with roads closed or emergency crews responding at the scenes.

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Flora Scores Five Touchdowns in Cyclones’ 45-42 WinSports — Oct 3, 2026Iowa State beat West Virginia 45-42, powered by running back Aiden Flora’s remarkable performance: 212 rushing yards, three rushing touchdowns and two touchdown passes. The former walk-on has emerged as a versatile standout under first-year coach Jimmy Rogers.

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Hurricane Nolo Threatens Hawaii With Flooding — Sep 22, 2026Hawaii faces a continuing threat from tropical systems, with a potential new cyclone developing from the remnants of 15-E that could be named Nolo and bring significant rainfall, flooding, and wind across the islands; officials warn residents to stay vigilant as forecasts remain uncertain. Utilities and emergency agencies are mobilizing: Hawaiian Electric monitors the storm and readies restoration crews, while the National Guard supports flood-response efforts and ongoing recovery from prior storms as authorities prepare for possible impacts midweek.

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Afghan Cyclist Hashimi Finishes Seventh After Fleeing Taliban Rule — Sep 20, 2026Fariba Hashimi, 23, finished seventh in the Asian Games time trial after fleeing Afghanistan in 2021; she once trained in men's clothes and masks to avoid stones and bottles.

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Chris Dalton Hashimi finishing seventh after all that hardship shows how strong she really is and what these athletes endure just to compete.

Dunbar Wins Vuelta Stage 19, Mas Retains Lead — Sep 11, 2026Irish cyclist Eddie Dunbar won Stage 19 of the Vuelta a España after timing his final attack to overtake leader Santiago Buitrago, capping a remarkable comeback from a serious injury with support from teammate Thomas Gloag. Spanish rider Enric Mas defended the red jersey, extending his GC lead over Primož Roglič to 1 minute 37 seconds ahead of Stage 20, as Dunbar's victory underlined a dramatic mountain stage.

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Chris Dalton Dunbar's timing on that final attack was perfect after everything he's been through.

Columbus Day Closures Expected, Trash Pickup DelayedPolitics — 2dColumbus Day will affect government services in several communities: some offices and courthouses will close to in-person visitors, while trash and recycling pickup will be delayed or rescheduled. Little Rock parking enforcement will continue, including at metered and timed spaces and the airport.

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Soybean Growers Face Harvest, Water, Weed ChallengesEnvironment — 4dSoybean farmers face mounting production challenges: late-season rains are damaging the quality of some mature crops, while earlier planting is shifting the timing of waterhemp control. Across the Plains and Midwest, proposed limits on groundwater use are also prompting concern over farm water rights, as drainage-water recycling is being promoted as a way to conserve groundwater, reduce flooding and runoff, and support irrigation during droughts.

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