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HGTV Contractor Dies Hiking Mount WhitneyTravel — 3dKalem Peter Kazarian, a 52-year-old Fresno-area contractor who appeared on HGTV’s “Go Big or Go Home,” died while hiking in Sequoia National Park; reports say he was on Mount Whitney. Officials have not released a cause of death, and the exact location of his hike remains unclear.

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Analysis says $17 trillion tax hike would leave Social Security insolvent1 source — 2d

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ECB Policymaker Says Inflation Risks May Require Hikes — 2dECB policymaker Primoz Dolenc said persistently elevated inflation supports moving rates toward more restrictive territory; 64 of 73 economists expect a December hike.

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Fed's Waller says further hikes likely, pace flexible — 2dFed Governor Waller said Thursday more hikes are needed amid Iran-linked energy costs, possible tariffs and AI demand, but pace is flexible and an October hold is possible.

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IJR‘It’s Time For Ukraine To Get A New President’: Trump Signals End Of Patience With Zelenskyy As War Stretches OnSpencer Lombardo · 4 min · 4h

Apple reportedly cuts iPhone 18 Pro orders 15%Business — 1dApple cut iPhone 18 Pro component orders 15%–20%, Nikkei Asia reported, after a $100 price hike; one source called them just too expensive for a smartphone.

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Top College Football TeamsRankingThe AP Top 25 poll ranks the best FBS college football teams each week and fuels endless fan debates over strength, records, and playoff chances.

Rubio Defends US Pressure for NATO Spending Hikes — 2dIn Lisbon on Oct. 8, 2026, Secretary Rubio backed NATO's 5% GDP defense target by 2035 as Portugal plans a rise from just over 2% to about 3%.

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Cities Approve Sewer Hikes, Weigh Infrastructure PlansPolitics — 4dCities are weighing higher sewer and utility bills alongside major wastewater upgrades: Grafton tied a two-step sewer-rate increase to $10.55 million in infrastructure work, West Lafayette approved annual sewage-rate hikes and an $85 million treatment-plant expansion, and Spokane is considering a monthly increase to fund system maintenance. Cambridge also backed stricter sewage-overflow limits, with its preferred plan estimated to cost nearly $1.3 billion.

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Standard Chartered Expects ECB December Rate Hike — Oct 2, 2026Standard Chartered reverses its pause call and now expects a December ECB hike of 25bp to 2.75%, citing hotter energy-driven inflation and resilient activity; markets price ~65% odds.

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Nicole Hardy Standard Chartered changing its mind on the pause shows how fast the inflation outlook can shift with new data.

Fed's Barr warns inflation may force more rate hikes — Sep 29, 2026

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Marcus Bell Higher rates might be needed but they always seem to hit regular folks with bigger loan payments first.

BooksTreat your startup like a science experiment, not a planRies claims startups fail by executing fixed plans under extreme uncertainty instead of running cheap experiments that prove or kill assumptions fast.1h · 4 reads

Weak Jobs Report Dents October Fed Hike OddsFinance — Sep 29, 2026After September’s rate hike, Fed Vice Chair John Williams said officials can wait for more data before acting, weakening market expectations for an October increase while leaving another hike later this year possible. Inflation remains above the Fed’s target, and other officials warned that persistent price pressures may require further tightening, though a milder-than-expected August core inflation reading bolstered the case for holding rates steady in October.

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Alabama Cities Enact Lodging, Vehicle Tax HikesFinance — 4dSeveral Alabama cities will raise local taxes effective Oct. 1: Moody and Gadsden will charge a 10% lodging tax, while Madison and Huntsville will charge 10% plus $2 per room per night or day. Irondale will impose a 2.25% sales tax on certain vehicles, trailers and semitrailers.

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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.

Goldman Sachs Shifts Fed Rate Hike Outlook to December — Sep 30, 2026Goldman Sachs pushed its forecast for the Federal Reserve’s next rate hike from October to December after softer-than-expected August inflation and cautious comments from New York Fed President John Williams. The bank says the Fed may not raise rates again, though other economists note inflation remains elevated and resilient economic data could still support further tightening.

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BoE Deputy Governor Sees Rate Hike Case Growing — Sep 24, 2026BoE Deputy Governor Sarah Breeden said a rate hike is increasingly appropriate as energy risks rise; markets price a near-certain move to 4% in November.

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Nicole Hardy A jump to 4 percent will pile extra costs onto families already stretched by mortgages.

Proposed Water Rate Hikes Face ScrutinyPolitics — 5dFresno is considering a proposed 30% increase in water and sewer rates, prompting council members to call for more public discussion before advancing the rate-setting process. Opponents cite affordability concerns and question whether current customers would subsidize new development, while Mayor Jerry Dyer says higher rates are needed to replace aging water and sewer infrastructure.

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IJRHouthis Launch Missile Attack On Riyadh International Airport As Blasts Shock Saudi CapitalHarold Hutchison · 2 min · 8h

Miami-Dade Approves First Fare Hike in 13 YearsTravel — 5dMiami-Dade commissioners voted 9-4 to raise bus and Metrorail fares from $2.25 to $2.75 starting Jan. 1, with the added revenue expected to preserve some routes and restore late-night service otherwise slated for cuts. Riders and advocates warned the increase will burden transit-dependent residents, while commissioners also directed the mayor to consider charging for the currently free Metromover.

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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.

Banxico Holds Rate at 6.5%, Shifts Guidance — Sep 24, 2026Banxico held at 6.50% and removed guidance tying policy to Fed moves. Berber: the bank "will not be bullied into hiking."

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Derek Foss Extending the pause might slow things down too much if businesses keep facing high borrowing costs.

Teasley Pleads Guilty in Phoenix Murder, Avoids DeathWorld — Oct 2, 2026Zion Teasley pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the 2023 killing of Lauren Heike, who was stabbed 15 times on a north Phoenix hiking trail; DNA and other forensic evidence linked him to the crime. The plea removes the possibility of a death sentence, with Teasley set to receive life in prison and also pleading guilty in a separate child sexual exploitation case.

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Barkin Backs Fed Hike, Citing Persistent Inflation Risks — Sep 22, 2026Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin said resilient spending and broader economic strength, alongside inflation pressures that have persisted longer than expected, justified last week’s rate increase. He said inflation risks currently outweigh employment risks, while leaving open whether further hikes will be needed.

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Stocks Reach Records as Tech Shares LeadFinance — Sep 30, 2026U.S. stock futures rose Friday after a weaker-than-expected jobs report and higher unemployment eased expectations for further Federal Reserve rate hikes; lower Treasury yields and oil prices also supported sentiment. Despite the rebound, the major indexes remained on track for weekly losses.

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BooksA good life means choosing which pain deserves your attentionManson claims endless positivity chasing breeds anxiety, while happiness comes from picking a few worthwhile struggles and accepting their cost.1h · 3 reads

Counties confront rising property tax concernsFinance — 5dLocal governments and homeowners face mounting property-tax pressures from rising property assessments, constrained tax caps, and budget needs: Suffolk County town leaders want New York to revisit its 2% cap, while officials in Kenosha and Cook County have proposed or signaled higher taxes. In Hocking County, rising home values are a key driver of larger bills, and Washington County residents have been warned of possible sharp increases next year; Cook County’s proposed budget cuts drew criticism that future tax hikes may still be needed.

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Cities Propose 2027 Budgets With Spending ShiftsPolitics — 5dCities are advancing proposed 2027 budgets amid differing financial pressures: Beaver Dam’s $25.26 million plan funds an additional police officer and infrastructure while accounting for higher labor costs and utility-rate increases, while Evanston previewed proposed tax hikes and spending shifts. Colorado Springs, buoyed by stronger-than-expected sales-tax revenue, proposes restoring furlough-affected pay and park-bathroom funding while increasing support for police, fire services and pothole repairs; its budget remains subject to council approval.

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BoE's Taylor Sees Weak Case for Rate Hikes — Sep 29, 2026Bank of England policymaker Alan Taylor said further interest rate increases are not justified unless high energy prices persist and begin driving broader inflation, pointing to limited second-round effects and signs of cooling in wages and the labor market. His cautious stance contrasts with colleagues’ warnings that inflation could become entrenched and that rates may need to rise.

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Asian Stocks Rise Ahead of Expected Fed Hike — Sep 16, 2026Asian shares edged higher after bouts of declines as investors prepared for the Federal Reserve’s anticipated 25-basis-point rate hike, with yields around 5% and commodities like Brent near $108 a barrel signaling caution ahead of the decision; Korean markets led gains while broader sentiment stayed cautious due to higher borrowing costs and ongoing inflation concerns. Market expectations point to a roughly 92% probability of a hike, and analysts warn that volatility may rise post-announcement as traders weigh policy forward guidance and its impact on equities and the dollar.

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Rachel Meyers Korean markets leading the gains shows some investors are still willing to take risks before the announcement.

Parks Across Five States Offer Trails, RecreationLifestyle — Sep 28, 2026The articles spotlight outdoor recreation across the country, from Maryland’s amenity-filled Walker Mill Regional Park and scenic parks near Branson to hiking trails at Indiana’s Fort Harrison State Park and Ohio’s Christmas Rocks preserve. In Illinois, Rock Springs Conservation Area will host its annual nighttime Treat Trail with candy stops and activities.

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IJRThere’s A New Development Blowing Up America’s AI DebateSean Moran · 7 min · 8h