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Alex Scott withdraws from England squad with injury — 3dBournemouth midfielder Alex Scott has withdrawn from England duty after suffering an injury during the 7-0 win over Croatia, his first senior start. He is returning to his club for assessment and could be sidelined for around six to eight weeks.

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Tom Gallagher Bournemouth will miss his energy in midfield for up to two months now. They were counting on him stepping up after that England call.

All Blacks name McKenzie flyhalf for Bledisloe opener — 19hDamian McKenzie will start at flyhalf for the All Blacks against Australia in the Bledisloe Cup opener, with Beauden Barrett moving to fullback after injuries ruled out Richie Mo’unga and Ruben Love. Scott Barrett returns to the starting side and Shannon Frizell is named on the bench as New Zealand fields an experienced lineup.

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Johnson campaigns for Pennsylvania Republicans in tight races — 1dHouse 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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Columbus Shootings Leave Three Dead, Several InjuredWorld — 4dA shooting on Barnett Road in east Columbus early Sunday left 39-year-old Jeffrey Scott Amaker dead and another person critically injured. Police say a suspect fled in a damaged gray or silver sedan and are asking the public for information as the investigation continues.

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College Teams Preview 2026-27 Basketball SeasonsSports — 3dAt ACC Tipoff, Georgia Tech men’s coach Scott Cross said the team has made progress and emphasized daily effort and defense as it targets a turnaround. Women’s coaches from NC State, Miami and Georgia Tech also discussed their preparations, with Miami aiming for an NCAA Tournament berth and Georgia Tech highlighting returning players, newcomer integration and team chemistry.

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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.

Stifel Cuts Scotts Miracle-Gro Target to $75Finance — Sep 28, 2026Stifel cut its price target on Scotts Miracle-Gro to $75 but maintained a buy rating; analysts overall remain moderately bullish, and the company’s latest quarterly earnings beat expectations. Shares have recently fallen sharply, though GuruFocus estimates they trade below its fair-value estimate while warning of financial-strength and business risks.

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Taylor Captains All Blacks as Frizell Returns for Bledisloe — Sep 29, 2026Codie Taylor will captain the All Blacks' 34-man Bledisloe Cup squad after Ardie Savea's shoulder surgery, with Shannon Frizell back from Japan and Scott Barrett returning from back surgery.

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Dana Whitfield Frizell back from Japan adds real experience to the loose forwards, and Barrett's return helps the lock depth.

Scott Seeks Presidents Cup Win in 12th AppearanceSports — Sep 21, 2026Australian Adam Scott, at 46, has played in every Presidents Cup since 2003 and remains a central figure for the International Team as they chase their first win, with his longevity and leadership cited by teammates and captain Geoff Ogilvy as a key source of inspiration. The team aims to capitalize on Scott’s experience and the broader veteran-to-young-player bond to finally topple the United States in a competition he has long defined by perseverance.

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Spyre CFO Sells Shares, Plans MoreFinance — Sep 30, 2026The filings concern Syros Pharmaceuticals insider activity, but the provided excerpts do not state how many SYRE shares Scott L. Burrows sold. One Form 4 excerpt reports an option award for 404,857 shares and post-transaction holdings of 312,357 options and 79,762 common shares.

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Carrot Top Released From Hospital After Alleged Suicide Attempt — Sep 26, 2026Comedian Carrot Top has been released from the Las Vegas hospital following his suicide attempt. Carrot Top, whose real name is Scott Thompson, is now at home with his family and… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Iowa Judge Dismisses Trump Poll Lawsuit — Sep 23, 2026Judge Scott Beattie on Sept. 23, 2026, dismissed with prejudice Trump's Iowa poll lawsuit, ruling the "Iowa Poll and its reporting are fully protected political speech."

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Derek Foss Even a wrong poll shouldn't lead to lawsuits when the results were clearly just predictions, not interference.

New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Nvidia Approves Additional $150 Billion Buyback — Sep 24, 2026Multiple investment firms increased their NVIDIA holdings in the second quarter, including Capital Analysts, PDS Planning, Janney Montgomery Scott, McAdam and Up Capital Management. The filings reflect broader portfolio adjustments by institutional investors, who collectively own about 65% of NVIDIA shares.

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Powell Set to Succeed Wells Fargo Risk Chief — Sep 23, 2026Wells Fargo Chief Risk Officer Derek Flowers plans to retire in mid-January after nearly 30 years at the bank. Chief Operating Officer Scott Powell will succeed him as CRO effective Jan. 15, 2027, and the bank plans to name a new COO.

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Trump, Tech Leaders Agree to Voluntary AI Oversight — Sep 27, 2026President Trump plans to create an “AI Force” and appoint a new AI adviser as debate grows over how the government should regulate advanced AI; possible candidates include White House adviser Sriram Krishnan and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Supporters of stronger oversight warn that prioritizing rapid growth and national competition could fuel an AI arms race and make risks harder to manage.

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Scott Fowler Marks Decades at Charlotte Observer With 26 APSE Awards — Sep 16, 2026Columnist Scott Fowler has written for The Charlotte Observer since 1994 and earned 26 APSE awards for his sportswriting. He also hosted the Observer podcast 'Carruth,' named Podcast of the Year by Sports Illustrated, created the 'Sports Legends of the Carolinas' series that became a book, and has written non-sports work such as the five-part '9/11/74' series on the 1974 Eastern Air Lines Flight 212 crash.

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Can you actually read a map?Quizie — QuizFifteen world-geography questions. Most people miss at least three — the AI grades you and names your traveler rank.

Bessent says he is unsure what Rep. Casten is asking — Sep 16, 2026Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent responds to Rep. Sean Casten during a hearing by noting uncertainty about the question posed. The 59-second video clip is spreading online. @RapidResponse47

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Senators Ask FTC to Probe Amazon, Walmart AI on Made-in-USA Claims — Sep 17, 2026Baldwin and Scott on Sept. 17, 2026, asked the FTC to probe Amazon Alexa and Walmart Sparky after a report said Alexa refused a Made in USA filter because it would "redirect significant sales away from their largest seller base."

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Jared Kim Amazon and Walmart should fix their AI tools to stop downplaying origin info even if they say improvements are already happening.

Pete Davidson finds 9/11 anniversary especially tough at father's age — Sep 11, 2026Pete Davidson reflects on his firefighter father Scott Davidson’s death on 9/11 as the 25th anniversary approaches, noting it’s tougher now that he’s a father and is the age his dad was. He also explains how having a daughter named Scottie reshapes his perspective and highlights his involvement in 9/11 fundraising efforts such as NYC Still Rising After 25 Years.

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Coker Launches Ki MMA With 32-Man Global Tournament — Sep 14, 2026Scott Coker has launched a new global MMA promotion named Ki MMA, featuring ring-based fights and a 32-man featherweight tournament spanning four continents with Rich Chou as the lead matchmaker. The venture, co-founded with Peter Levin and backed by investors, including Tony Hawk, is set to be unveiled in New York with a live press conference and is targeting a 2027 launch with ongoing international events.

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Marcus Bell A 32-man tournament spanning four continents sounds like a huge logistical challenge, even with Rich Chou involved.

60 Minutes opens 59th season after correspondent firings and departures — Sep 13, 2026The 60 Minutes 59th season launches amid a sweeping leadership overhaul and months of internal turmoil, including the firing of top producers and several correspondents such as Scott Pelley. Under Bari Weiss and Nick Bilton, the program pursues a new approach while leaning on veteran hosts and a slate of new contributors—Ross Douthat, Norah O'Donnell, Sebastian Junger, Gianna Toboni, Trevor Phillips, and Ariel Levy—to modernize coverage.

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Tom Gallagher Firing Scott Pelley and the others feels like a risky move just to chase a younger audience.

Giants place Devers on 60-day injured list with core muscle injury — Sep 13, 2026Rafael Devers’ 2026 season with the San Francisco Giants has ended due to a core muscle injury that will land him on a 60-day injured list, with a specialist evaluation and possible surgery looming. Despite the injury, Devers posted strong numbers (37 homers, 98 RBIs, and 37 doubles) and has sparked discussion of historical milestones at Oracle Park, while the Giants promote Scott Bandura to the majors as they wrap up a challenging campaign.

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Nicole Hardy A specialist visit and possible surgery sounds serious, hope they can sort out the recovery plan without long term issues.

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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N.C. State routs Richmond 73-0 in record-setting opener — Sep 12, 2026NC State overwhelmed Richmond 73-0 in Raleigh, rebounding from a season-opening loss as Duke Scott ran for 128 yards and CJ Bailey threw for 281 yards with a rushing score, while Will Wilson added three short rushing TDs and a touchdown pass. The Wolfpack dominated with seven of eight first-half drives scoring and delivered a 90-minute lightning delay, holding Richmond to 110 total yards in a dominant home-opener performance that improved Doeren’s record in such games.

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Rachel Meyers NC State put together a complete performance after that tough opener, the defense really clamped down all game.

OHSAA plans 2026 soccer finals at Crew stadiumSports — 3dThe OHSAA will hold all 10 of its 2026 high school soccer championship games at ScottsMiracle-Gro Field in Columbus, moving them from Historic Crew Stadium because of turf maintenance. The girls’ and boys’ finals are scheduled for Nov. 13–16.

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