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USC set for Penn State White Out
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— 3d
Penn State enters its White Out matchup with USC under pressure after a rough start to Big Ten play, with an ineffective running game and questions about the team’s identity. The Trojans bring freshman edge rusher Luke Wafle, a former Penn State recruiting target who has emerged as a standout, into Saturday’s Beaver Stadium game.
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Three US Campuses Hold, Plan October 7 Memorials
World
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Hillel groups at Syracuse, the University of Florida and Penn State marked the third anniversary of the Oct. 7, 2023, attacks with memorials honoring victims through personal stories, prayers, candle lighting and other remembrance activities; Penn State also hosted a conversation with released hostage Omer Shem Tov. At Penn State, Students for Justice in Palestine held separate anniversary events, including a protest, film screening and vigil.
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Penn State Struggles After Back-to-Back Losses
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Penn State’s season is in trouble after back-to-back losses, capped by a 34-13 defeat to Northwestern in which the Nittany Lions managed just 48 rushing yards and allowed 413 on the ground. Coach Matt Campbell and players acknowledged the need to improve fundamentals and regain the program’s standard as they prepare to face USC at home.
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WHYY Names Vigeant WPSU General Manager
Business
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WHYY has named public media veteran Fred Vigeant general manager of WPSU, effective Oct. 26, after completing its acquisition of the Pennsylvania station from Penn State. He will oversee WPSU’s radio, television and digital services as the outlet retains its name and local focus under WHYY’s ownership.
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School District Says It Passed Audit With ‘Flying Colors.’ The Actual Report Tells A Different Story
Paris Apodaca · 4 min · 1h
Big Ten Sets Oct. 17 Kickoff Times
Sports
— 3d
Penn State and Michigan will meet at 3:30 p.m. ET on Oct. 17 in Ann Arbor, though the TV network has not been announced. Both teams are coming off consecutive losses, dimming the stakes of a matchup that had been viewed as a marquee Big Ten game.
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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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Winston-Salem rejects youth curfew extension
Politics
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Winston-Salem’s City Council voted 6-2 against extending the citywide 10 p.m.–6 a.m. youth curfew, which is set to expire Oct. 12. Police Chief William Penn said the restrictions helped reduce youth crime and sought more time to assess their impact, while opponents argued the evidence did not justify continuing them.
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College Teams Face Pressure, Change, New Seasons
Sports
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Trevecca Nazarene’s strong men’s soccer season has been powered in part by three Jones brothers, while Penn State coach Rob Dow is urging his team to sharpen fundamentals and sustain intensity ahead of its match against Michigan. Other coverage highlights Charlotte coach Kevin Langan’s long-standing role in the program and VMI player Jack Miller’s effort to balance soccer with cadet duties and demanding academics.
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Wisconsin Completes 17-Point Comeback at No. 13 Penn State
Sports
— Sep 25, 2026
Wisconsin rallied from a 17-0 deficit to beat No. 13 Penn State 24-20, ending a six-game losing streak against the Nittany Lions as quarterback Colton Joseph threw two fourth-quarter touchdowns, including the game-winner. Penn State’s defense had forced two first-half interceptions, but the offense missed injured leading receiver Koby Howard and couldn’t hold the lead.
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College Volleyball Spotlights Wins, Honors, Emerging Talent
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Ogden volleyball coach Jenni Winter praised her team’s focus and teamwork during a busy week, including conference wins and a 2-2 tournament finish. Elsewhere, Penn State Altoona’s Hannah Swank and Pitt-Bradford’s Tori Unverdorben earned conference weekly honors, while Wisconsin freshman Isabelle Hoppe has carved out a growing role as a serving and backcourt substitute.
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The Nun Who Hid Anne Frank's Family
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Wisconsin Routes Michigan State 31-3
Sports
— Sep 28, 2026
Wisconsin hosts Michigan State after its upset of Penn State, with the Badgers favored as they look to carry that momentum into their conference opener. The Spartans arrive on a two-game losing streak with season-ending injury to key running back Cam Edwards and mounting offensive problems, including turnovers and sacks, though both teams’ coaches emphasized moving forward and staying focused.
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Notre Dame and Penn State Big Ten Games Set for Peacock
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— Sep 14, 2026
The Big Ten slate features Penn State hosting Wisconsin for Homecoming at Beaver Stadium with a 5 p.m. kickoff on Peacock, a first non-noon/3:30 game for the Nittany Lions and a continued run in the series to date. Another marquee matchup has Iowa visiting Michigan at 2:30 p.m. CT on CBS, as both programs look to start their conference schedule strong.
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Dana Whitfield
Michigan at home versus Iowa on CBS should be a strong test for both sides right at the start of conference play.
Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
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The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
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Metcalfe Wants ‘John Tucker’ Costar Reunion
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— Sep 20, 2026
Jesse Metcalfe named Arielle Kebbel, Penn Badgley and Brittany Snow as costars he’d love to work with again, and hinted there could be a John Tucker Must Die reunion. He acknowledged a sequel script exists at 20th Century Fox but said it has lost momentum and is on pause, with Kebbel and others still hopeful and Metcalfe not losing sleep over the outcome.
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Chris Dalton
The original was light and funny so a reunion could still work if everyone is on board.
Penn State Wins 27-9 in Campbell’s Road Debut
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— Sep 10, 2026
Penn State, now guided by Matt Campbell, opened with a 45-0 victory over Marshall, with Tony Rojas pivotal on defense and Rocco Becht throwing four touchdown passes as the offense clicked; Campbell called the result a positive step in his first game and praised the team’s performance on both sides of the ball. In the following preview of a road test at Temple, the Lions dominated their first road game with a 27-9 win as Rojas again led tackles and Campbell stressed the importance of handling a noon kickoff on the road and maintaining the program’s standard of excellence, referencing his Mount Union-Collegiate playoff memories to frame the challenge.
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Bills Host Lions in High-Scoring Thursday Opener
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— Sep 13, 2026
No. 14 Penn State enters Week 3 as a heavy favorite to beat Buffalo after a 2-0 start, with Becht showing efficiency at quarterback and Hansen contributing in the run game as the defense also looks to limit Buffalo’s offense. Buffalo, having split its first two games, struggles on offense with limited production and a negative turnover margin, and PSU is projected to win comfortably by a large spread.
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Climate Lawsuits Fail Constitutional And Scientific Review
Angela Wheeler · 5 min · 3h
State Museum Shifts Programs to Harrisburg Library During Renovations
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— Sep 14, 2026
While The State Museum of Pennsylvania remains closed for a major renovation through early 2029, it is extending access to its programs by partnering with the Dauphin County Library System to bring hands-on history, art, and science sessions to the George & Hettie Love Memorial Library for pre-K through second graders this fall. The 45-minute, noon sessions cover daily life in Revolutionary Pennsylvania, William Penn’s birthday celebrations, the Eastern wild turkey, and the Eastern hemlock, with pre-registration available for each program at 530 S. 29th Street in Harrisburg.
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The grammar gatekeeper test
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Twelve spelling and grammar traps that catch almost everyone. Pass, and the AI knights you. Fail, and it's gentle about it. Mostly.
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Pacheco Injury Reshapes Lions, College Football Rosters
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— Sep 11, 2026
Across football programs, several key players face extended absences or uncertain returns after injuries: the Detroit Lions’ Isiah Pacheco will miss a prolonged stretch after surgery, forcing more carries for Jahmyr Gibbs and others; Florida’s Eric Singleton Jr. is questionable to play as he recovers from an ankle injury ahead of the Florida–Auburn game. Additionally, Detroit’s Christian Mahogany has a negative initial scan but hip-related concerns keep his status uncertain, Oregon’s Jamari Johnson may miss time after not dressing, and Penn State’s LaVar Arrington II is dealing with a knee setback with a 4–6 week timeline, potentially affecting defensive line rotations.
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Chester County Rescinds Policy; Pennsbury Faces Complaint
Politics
— Sep 28, 2026
A Pennsylvania school system, Chester County Intermediate Unit, rescinded a policy that restricted staff from telling parents about students’ transgender status, following a legal challenge. Separately, Liberty Counsel asked the U.S. Department of Education to investigate Pennsbury School District, alleging staff used a student’s male name and pronouns for nearly three years without informing the parents.
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Congress passes bill ending penny production
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— Sep 29, 2026
The Senate passed the bipartisan Common Cents Act, sending it to President Donald Trump to formally end production of pennies, which cost nearly four cents each to make and are expected to save the government about $56 million annually. As pennies become scarcer, businesses could round cash transactions to the nearest five cents; existing pennies would remain valid, and electronic payments would be unaffected.
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Deer Season Opens in Pennsylvania, Minnesota Licensing Changes
Environment
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Minnesota’s new mostly digital licensing system has prompted the DNR to urge deer hunters to buy licenses early, with harvests also requiring electronic validation instead of physical tags. Pennsylvania’s archery season now includes Sunday hunting and updated rules for disposing of potentially disease-carrying deer parts, while proposals to let Pennsylvania hunters choose the firearms opener and restore baiting in Michigan’s Lower Peninsula face uncertain prospects.
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Céline Dion Falls on Stage in Paris
Singer Céline Dion took a tumble on stage at the Plénitude Arena Tuesday. Dion slipped during her 26-show Paris residency. Videos show the singer walking across the stage and jumping while singing. Her pants get caught under her heel, causing the fall. The singer, however, recovered quickly, stood up, and gave a thumbs-up to fans while continuing to sing. Dion is nearing the end of the first leg o
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Pennsylvania Police Plan Statewide Skill-Game Seizures
Politics
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After Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court classified skill-game machines as slot machines, businesses outside licensed casinos and qualifying truck stops must remove them by Oct. 13, 2026; state police say enforcement, including seizures and possible criminal charges, begins Oct. 14. Lawmakers have proposed regulating the machines but have not reached agreement on a new framework before the deadline.
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Pennsylvania Plans Unapproved Vape Enforcement October 19
Health
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Pennsylvania will begin enforcing Act 57 on October 19, barring retailers from selling vape and e-cigarette products not listed in the state’s approved directory. Officials say inspections will initially emphasize compliance education, while repeat violations can bring escalating fines and other penalties; retailers warn the restrictions could affect much of their inventory.
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Pennsylvania CSAM Cases Bring Charges, Sentencing
Politics
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Pennsylvania authorities charged Pottstown resident Timothy Paul Hoffman with 82 felonies related to possessing and sharing child sexual abuse material; a judge denied him bail, calling him a danger to the community. In separate cases, Edward T. Bommarito was sentenced to incarceration and probation after pleading guilty to possession, while David Frank Greenawalt was charged with 100 counts after investigators reportedly found suspected material on his devices.
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Shapiro, Garrity Clash in Pennsylvania’s Sole Gubernatorial Debate
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Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and Republican challenger Stacy Garrity clashed in their only scheduled debate over data-center development, the measles outbreak, education and other issues, while trading criticism over their leadership and political alliances. Shapiro defended state safeguards and his record; Garrity called for a pause on new data centers and attacked his administration’s transparency.
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Johnson campaigns for Pennsylvania Republicans in tight races
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House Speaker Mike Johnson campaigned across Pennsylvania with Republican Reps. Scott Perry and Rob Bresnahan, casting their competitive races as crucial to preserving the GOP’s narrow House majority. Perry faces a rematch with Janelle Stelson, while Bresnahan is challenged by Scranton Mayor Paige Cognetti; Johnson promoted Republican policies and acknowledged political headwinds, including rising fuel prices.
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EXCLUSIVE: Viral Meme Mocking MAGA Hardliners Was Made By America First Conservative
Jack McGeever · 8 min · 4h
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