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Choirs Plan Fall Concerts Across US
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Choirs across Michigan, Wisconsin, Florida and the East Bay are featuring student and community singers in concerts and conference performances this fall. The events celebrate choral music and community, with the Piedmont East Bay Children’s Choir’s benefit concert also supporting financial assistance for young singers.
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LVMH Fashion Sales Fall 5% Amid China Slump
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LVMH’s third-quarter fashion and leather goods sales fell 5%, worse than analysts expected, as weaker Chinese demand weighed on Louis Vuitton, Dior and other brands. Overall organic sales rose 1%, supported by growth in the U.S., Europe and Japan and stronger jewelry and retail results, but the figures underscored continued strain on the luxury sector.
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SMU and No. 20 Ole Miss Head to Fall Golf Tournaments
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Several women’s college golf teams are in action Oct. 12-13: SMU heads to the inaugural Haskins Intercollegiate, Western Carolina and Presbyterian compete at the Terrier Intercollegiate, and No. 20 Ole Miss closes its fall schedule at the Illini Women’s Invitational. Lindenwood also concludes its fall slate at Missouri State’s Payne Stewart Memorial.
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Churches plan fall sales, festivals
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Churches in Yorkville and Somonauk are preparing fall rummage sales Oct. 23–24, with Yorkville’s church seeking donations and directing proceeds to church programs and local charities. Other churches are hosting seasonal events, including a fall and Christmas craft fair in Parsippany and a Greenville yard sale and free breakfast benefiting the Center for Family Violence Prevention.
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Tanker Data Shows Millions Fewer Barrels A Day Crossing Hormuz Than Energy Secretary Says
Simon August · 4 min · 3h
Dollar Near 18-Month High Before US Inflation Data
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Dollar index near 102 holds close to an 18-month high ahead of Wednesday CPI; Fed hold odds near 82% as Brent falls 1.4% on Trump energy ceasefire claim.
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
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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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PACEARTH Recalls 110,550 Swing Seats After Falls, Injuries
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PACEARTH Direct recalled about 110,550 U-type swing seats sold on Amazon after reports that the seats, connectors or straps can break and cause falls; at least 30 falls and nine injuries, including fractures and head injuries, have been reported. Consumers should stop using the swings and seek a full refund by emailing the company a photo of the seat marked “RECALLED” with the PACEARTH logo visible.
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Dolphins fall to 0-5 after Bengals loss
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The Miami Dolphins fell to 0-5 with a 31-24 loss to Cincinnati, as quarterback Malik Willis committed three turnovers and Miami’s passing attack again struggled. Coach Jeff Hafley called for greater consistency through the air, while the team heads into its bye week seeking answers despite a productive rushing performance.
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Fall Desserts Spotlight Classics and Idaho Chocolate Shop
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Fall dessert favorites include nostalgic apple dapple cake, Pennsylvania Dutch apple dumplings and a reliable old-fashioned apple pie, alongside a long-loved peanut butter cookie recipe. Walt Disney World is also offering a pumpkin sundae at Magic Kingdom as part of its 2026 Halloween treats.
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Amazon in talks to acquire Decart in reported $7 billion deal
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Amazon is reportedly in talks to acquire Israeli AI startup Decart for about $7 billion, though no deal has been confirmed and negotiations could fall apart. The potential purchase follows Decart’s rapid rise in valuation and failed acquisition discussions with Nvidia and Anthropic, and would give Amazon technology for AI computing efficiency, real-time video and simulated environments.
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Fewer measurable goals beat a long list of vague ones
Focus by subtraction—a handful of public goals checked weekly and cut free from pay—beats scattered annual ambition.
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Fall Festivals, Concerts Span U.S. Communities
Lifestyle
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Weekend offerings range from major Tampa concerts and Augusta live music to fall festivals, markets and family activities in Ocean County and Santa Cruz County. Sarasota’s Oktoberfest returns as a two-day celebration combining Bavarian food and music with rowing and new dragon boat races.
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Evers appoints River Falls student UW regent
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Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers appointed UW-River Falls elementary education student Delani Dow to a two-year term as the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents’ nontraditional student representative. Dow, who is interested in special education and advocates for students with disabilities, succeeds Desmond Adongo.
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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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US Breweries Plan Seasonal Fall Events
Lifestyle
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Beverage businesses are promoting fall gatherings with options ranging from game-day drinks and brewery patios to Halloween events. Green’s Beverage Warehouse highlights its broad drink selection and rewards program, while breweries in Boulder City and Houston offer seasonal activities and outdoor spaces for visitors.
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US Luxury Spending Falls 6% for Third Straight Month
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Leather goods and ready-to-wear rose sequentially in September while watches and jewellery kept falling; overall US luxury card spending dropped 6%, a third monthly decline.
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Fall Park Volunteer Events Span Multiple Communities
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Communities in Edmonds and Portland are marking Arbor Day with fall tree-planting events, volunteer opportunities and activities, emphasizing how autumn’s wetter, cooler conditions help newly planted trees take root. Portland’s celebration also includes a giveaway of more than 200 trees.
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Amazon In Talks To Shell Out $7,000,000,000 For Israeli AI Startup After Anthropic Walked Away
Dylan Kresak · 2 min · 3h
Wisconsin trooper dies after I-94 pursuit fall
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Wisconsin State Patrol Trooper Bradley Ritger, 29, died Oct. 2 from injuries sustained when he fell from an I-94 bridge while deploying spike strips during a pursuit. A memorial cruiser is on display in Eau Claire, and the public can pay respects at Friday’s visitation in Chippewa Falls; Saturday’s funeral is private.
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Jim Carrey vs Adam Sandler
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Rubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.
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Fatal Roof Falls in Locust Valley, Rochester
Health
— Oct 5, 2026
A 51-year-old man died after falling from the first-floor roof of a home in Locust Valley, New York; police said he lost his footing and the investigation is ongoing. Separately, a 39-year-old worker died after falling from a Rochester, Minnesota, home’s roof, with police reporting no early indication of criminal activity.
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Oil Prices Fall as Trump Signals Iran Talks
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Brent fell about 0.7% to $103.53 after Trump said Iran talks are productive and the U.S. will not attack before the Nov. 3 midterms.
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Regional fall festivals, fairs expected this weekend
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The articles highlight a range of weekend events, including fall festivals, live music and theater, art exhibitions, family activities, and community fundraisers across several regions. Walker County’s lineup also includes homecoming celebrations, a paddling race, and a harvest festival.
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Short Interest Plunges Across Five U.S. ETFs
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Five U.S. ETFs saw short interest fall 91.7% to 99.1% as of Sept. 30; CFO dropped 99.1% to 1 share and cut its dividend to $0.0843.
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Set up money once and let systems build your wealth
Wealth comes from a few automated systems, not expertise, high income, or iron discipline.
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Five U.S. Ensembles Plan Fall Concerts
Music
— Oct 5, 2026
October brings a range of regional music performances, including fall concerts by Henry County High School’s symphonic band, the University of South Alabama’s choirs, and Lee University’s orchestra. Other highlights include the Sierra Nevada Baroque Ensemble’s program of Handel, Bach, Vivaldi and Rameau, and the Idaho Falls Symphony’s season-search concert featuring Amy Beach’s Piano Concerto.
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Fuencaliente Plans Pilar Day Mass, Ceremony
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Churches in Greenfield, McCordsville and DeLand are hosting family-friendly fall festivals and Halloween events, with activities such as candy, games, food and rides. Many events are free, offering communities a welcoming way to celebrate the season together.
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Bob Mackie's death certificate reveals head trauma
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Bob Mackie's death certificate lists blunt head trauma and a subarachnoid hemorrhage as immediate causes. He died at 87 on September 14, three days after a fall; representatives had cited pneumonia.
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Youth tobacco use falls in Louisiana and Oregon as regions tighten vaping rules
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Tobacco-control efforts range from workforce training in Vietnam and new vaping restrictions in the Cayman Islands to prevention programs in Louisiana. Reports from Oregon and Louisiana show declines in youth tobacco use, while Oregon also reports falling adult cigarette smoking and sales, though adult vaping and unequal progress remain concerns.
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U.S. Consumer Sentiment Index Falls to 46.3 in October
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University of Michigan preliminary October consumer sentiment fell to 46.3, lowest since May, as cost-of-living frustration mounted and inflation expectations rose.
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Iran War Has Reportedly Cost Each American Household $2,000
Jillian Butler · 2 min · 4h
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