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Texas waives fees for public college applications this week
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Texas Free College Application Week runs Oct. 12-18, 2026, waiving fees for residents applying to public undergraduate programs via ApplyTexas by 11:59 p.m. Oct. 18.
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Five shot dead at residence in Georgia's Douglas, police says
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VIDEO — North Dakota: Seven Coffins Holding Human Remains Found Near Governor’s Residence
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Nepal Flood Sweeps Homes, Strands Trekkers
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A sudden flash flood on Nepal’s Budhi Gandaki River swept away homes, bridges and market structures in northern Gorkha, with preliminary reports putting the number of destroyed houses as high as 35. Authorities suspect a landslide or blocked river channel triggered the surge, are evacuating residents and conducting helicopter-assisted rescue and relief operations; no deaths have been confirmed.
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Tanker Data Shows Millions Fewer Barrels A Day Crossing Hormuz Than Energy Secretary Says
Simon August · 4 min · 4h
Trooper, Firefighters Rescue Three From Minneapolis Fire
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A Minnesota state trooper entered a burning Minneapolis home early Thursday and helped two residents escape before firefighters rescued a third resident and a cat. Two residents were hospitalized in stable condition and one in critical condition; the trooper was checked for possible smoke inhalation, and the home was deemed uninhabitable as the fire’s cause remains under investigation.
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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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Waffle House status signals storm severity for FEMA and residents
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Craig Fugate created the Waffle House Index in 2004 after Charley left only a limited-menu store open; green, yellow, and red now flag storm severity for FEMA and residents.
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Reuben’s Monaco Tax Residency Dates to 2014
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TaxWatch records indicate David Reuben has been resident in Monaco since at least 2014, contradicting reports that his recent departure from his London home was prompted by Britain’s tax changes; his spokesperson confirmed his residency but did not explain his reasons. The case has fueled debate over wealthy people relocating in response to tax policies, as California considers a one-time billionaire levy and officials face the challenge of determining residency and collecting it.
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Firefighters Rescue Eight Pets Across Three House Fires
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Firefighters rescued six pets—three dogs and three cats—from a Phoenix house fire; all three residents escaped, though they were displaced. Separate house fires in Bedford County, Virginia, and Allegheny Township, Pennsylvania, also prompted crews to rescue dogs, including one unconscious dog who was revived.
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Florida Roundup Covers Storms, Funding, Firings
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Florida officials and organizations are addressing severe-weather impacts: recovery efforts continue after Hurricane Isaias, while OneBlood urges residents to donate ahead of a storm that could disrupt blood collections.
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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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F-150s, Family Fortunes And Kansas Residency: Iowa Governor Debate Becomes A Battle Over Authenticity
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The Iowa gubernatorial debate turned into a battle Tuesday over Republican candidate Zach Lahn's residency and Democratic state auditor Rob Sand's family background.
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Sherwood District Proposal Heads to 2027 Vote
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Arkansas’s State Board of Education approved a March 2, 2027, election for residents in the proposed Sherwood district to decide whether to separate from the Pulaski County Special School District. Supporters welcomed the chance for voters to shape local education, while some residents raised concerns about transparency and the proposed district’s boundaries.
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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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Two Arrested After Shrewsbury Armed Home Invasion
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Two suspects were arrested in Worcester after allegedly breaking into a Shrewsbury home armed with a knife, threatening residents and stealing personal items. Police said the incident does not appear random and that there is no ongoing threat to the community.
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Communities Schedule Free Hazardous-Waste Disposal Events
Environment
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Communities in Washington, Florida and Indiana are offering residents free or fee-waived drop-off events for household hazardous waste, with Madison County, Alabama, also scheduling a free collection day. Hours, accepted items and locations vary, so residents should check their local event details before bringing materials.
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Hurricane Isaias Prompts Southeast Emergency Preparations
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Officials across the Gulf Coast are urging residents to prepare now for Tropical Storm Isaias, which could strengthen into a hurricane and bring heavy rain, flooding, damaging winds, power outages and hazardous travel beginning Friday. Residents are advised to secure supplies and outdoor items, plan for outages and evacuations, follow trusted forecasts, and avoid waiting until the last minute to leave; emergency agencies and the Salvation Army are coordinating response preparations.
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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 · 4h
Lebanese Residents Say Israeli Drones Persist After Withdrawal
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Residents of West Zawtar say life remains insecure two months after Israeli troops withdrew under a US-backed plan, citing nearby Israeli forces, surveillance drones and damage to homes. Israel says it has not finished addressing Hezbollah-related threats, while the U.S. calls the gradual-withdrawal process a viable path to security; no further pilot zones have been agreed.
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Jim Carrey vs Adam Sandler
Yourlist
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Rubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.
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Reports: Oleshky Residents Risk Mined Roads for Food
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Residents of Russian-occupied Oleshky in southern Ukraine face severe shortages of food, water and medicine, with the last reported food deliveries arriving in May. Some risk crossing mined roads under drone threat to obtain supplies, while others remain trapped; Russia acknowledges supply problems but blames Ukraine, and Kyiv says Moscow rejected proposed evacuation routes.
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Portugal Residency Firm Survey Finds 56% of H-1B Contacts Exploring Alternatives
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Portugal HQA Residency says 56% of surveyed H-1B contacts in a 347-person May–September 2026 study were exploring residency or immigration options outside the U.S.
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Rachel Meyers
Surveys from residency firms probably overstate the shift since they only talk to people already inquiring.
Céline Dion Falls on Stage in Paris
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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 jum… — by Sandra Rhodes
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Priya Raman
At this point in her career these falls are probably more common than people think.
University of Arizona plans 2027 tuition freeze
Politics
— Oct 5, 2026
The University of Arizona plans to freeze tuition and fees for fall 2027 for resident and nonresident undergraduates and graduate students, extending its resident undergraduate freeze to a fourth year. The proposal excludes the medical and veterinary colleges, where tuition is set to rise, and awaits review by the Arizona Board of Regents.
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Books
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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Communities Gather Across US for Crime Prevention
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National Night Out events in Vance County, New Orleans and Acadiana brought residents together with law enforcement and community organizations through food, activities and face-to-face conversations, emphasizing crime prevention, trust and support for victims and families. San Antonio’s Neighbors Together event similarly connected residents with one another, local officials, businesses and community resources.
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Raleigh pauses certain large data center approvals
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Durham firefighter Andrew Brokes, 24, was killed when a building’s roof collapsed during a fire, prompting tributes across North Carolina. As the Triangle mourns him, residents have also raised concerns about conditions at the property where the fire occurred.
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Chicago expects unseasonable weekend highs near 80
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Chicago-area residents can expect unseasonably warm, mostly sunny weather this weekend, with highs near 80 and generally dry conditions. A few showers or isolated storms remain possible in parts of the region, while warm temperatures are expected to continue into early next week.
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Councils plan discussions on pay, arts, traffic
Politics
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Palm Coast’s council workshop will consider employee compensation, cultural grants and a proposed 35-year lease for a YMCA recreation center, while Lake Forest provides residents with in-person and written options for public comment at council meetings. In Charleston, the mayor proposed requiring developers to assess traffic impacts across surrounding road networks, responding to Johns Island residents’ concerns about growth and congestion.
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Archaeologists Remove Seven Coffins at North Dakota Governor’s Residence
Science
— Oct 5, 2026
Archaeologists removed seven coffins containing human remains and an unidentified wooden box from grounds near North Dakota’s governor’s residence, the site of Bismarck’s first cemetery. Researchers will catalog the finds through early 2027, with reburial expected at a local cemetery; DNA testing is not planned.
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Iran War Has Reportedly Cost Each American Household $2,000
Jillian Butler · 2 min · 4h
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