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Victim’s Relative Accused in Phoenix Courtroom Attack
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— Sep 25, 2026
During the sentencing of Abel Uribe, who pleaded guilty to killing Army veteran David Navidad-Parra in a 2022 car-sale robbery, the victim’s father-in-law, Alberto Ontiveros Sanchez, allegedly punched Uribe after seeing him laugh or smirk. Sanchez was charged in connection with the courtroom attack, and Uribe was sentenced to life with the possibility of release after 25 years, plus a consecutive term for kidnapping.
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Warren Buffett Steps Down as Berkshire Chairman, Son Howard Elected
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— Sep 18, 2026
Warren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman, becoming chairman emeritus, with his son Howard Buffett succeeding him as chairman under Berkshire’s long-standing succession plan; Greg Abel remains CEO and Susan Decker remains lead independent director as the company continues its governance transition. The moves cap a decades-long transformation and reflect confidence in Berkshire’s future leadership and culture.
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Sam Okafor
Buffett handing the chair to Howard while keeping Abel as CEO looks like a smart way to preserve what made Berkshire work for decades.
Colombia Opens Jerusalem Embassy, Restores Israel Ties
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Colombia opened its embassy in Jerusalem, becoming the 10th country to do so, as President Abelardo de la Espriella reverses his predecessor’s rupture with Israel and restores diplomatic and trade ties. The move drew praise from Israeli officials but underscores the disputed status of Jerusalem, which most countries say should be resolved through Israeli-Palestinian negotiations.
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Colombia Extradites Rebel Leader to US in Security Policy Shift
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— Sep 25, 2026
Colombia extradited Geovany Andres Rojas, known as “Spider,” to the United States to face drug-trafficking and terrorism-related charges. The move reverses former President Gustavo Petro’s use of Rojas as a peace negotiator and reflects President Abelardo de la Espriella’s tougher approach toward armed groups and closer cooperation with Washington.
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Top Trump Dinner Bidders Stash Cash On Exchanges That Shut Out Americans
Dylan Kresak · 3 min · 55m
Colombia Deploys Troops to Violence-Hit Santa Marta
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— Sep 22, 2026
In Colombia, President Abelardo de la Espriella deployed troops to Santa Marta after gunmen attacked shops and killed senior members of the ACSN, prompting a militarized security push to retake control of the city. In the Caribbean region, Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader urged the U.N. Security Council to renew and accelerate the multinational force for Haiti, calling for full deployment, an arms embargo, and stronger Haitian security institutions to address the crisis.
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AP Top 25 College Football Teams
Ranking
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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Survey: Families Plan Halloween Spending Cuts
Lifestyle
— 1d
Halloween offerings range from immersive family and adults-only events, but many Americans are trimming holiday spending amid economic pressures. Candy remains popular even as a customer poll revives candy corn as a disliked treat, while a recall and changing recipes underscore the need for families to check ingredient labels, especially for allergens.
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Pentagon Plans First Military Execution Since 1961
Politics
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Debate over what it means to be “pro-life” spans disputes over whether women who obtain abortions should face prosecution, how Catholic voters should weigh abortion and other issues, and whether opposition to abortion ignores broader social costs. One Catholic writer argues that the Trump administration’s support for executing and potentially livestreaming a convicted mass murderer undermines the GOP’s claim to the pro-life label, while other writers defend or criticize pro-life positions on abortion and voting.
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North Korea Fires Another Projectile Toward East Sea
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North Korea fired missiles toward the Sea of Japan on Monday; Japan tracked two outside its EEZ as Seoul cited a ~900 km flight and mixed projectile and ballistic labels.
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Maye Leads Patriots Past Raiders, 45-17
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— Oct 7, 2026
Drake Maye earned AFC Offensive Player of the Week after throwing for 269 yards and three touchdowns in New England’s 29-26 win over Buffalo, a result that offered momentum after a 2-2 start and quieted speculation about tension with coach Mike Vrabel. The Patriots’ next game comes with injury concerns, including limited or absent practice participation from key players on offense and in the secondary, though Maye practiced fully despite a listed shoulder issue.
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Books
You are not your thoughts—presence ends psychological suffering
Tolle argues that identifying with compulsive thought and living in psychological time is the root of suffering, and that present-moment awareness is available to anyone right now.
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American Spectator labels woman awful in headline
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Property Tax Deadlines Near Across Counties
Finance
— 6d
Property-tax deadlines and payment rules vary by locality: Craighead and Baxter counties, Arkansas, require payment by Oct. 15 to avoid a 10% penalty and advise taxpayers to use drop boxes or ensure mailed payments are promptly postmarked. In Cabell County, West Virginia, delinquent taxes are due by Oct. 31, though the deadline to pay by check has passed; Bloomfield Township, Michigan, lists additional 2026 tax deadlines extending into 2027.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
— Ranking
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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Trump's Rally Suit Reveals Jos. A. Bank
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— Oct 6, 2026
Photos from President Donald Trump’s Nebraska rally showed the label of his suit as Jos. A. Bank, rather than the Brioni brand he has often worn. The revelation drew criticism because Jos. A. Bank suits are typically made overseas, contrasting with Trump’s calls to bring manufacturing back to the United States.
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Iowa sues ADI over undisclosed risks from Chinese cameras
Tech
— Oct 7, 2026
Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird sued ADI Global Distribution, alleging it concealed that cameras it sold were made by Chinese firms Hikvision and Dahua, which U.S. authorities have identified as national security risks. The lawsuit claims misleading labeling and undisclosed security vulnerabilities could expose consumers’ images and location data to hackers or foreign actors; ADI’s response was not included in the reports.
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Commentary says traditional political labels no longer fit reality
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Political Debanking Ran Rampant At America’s Biggest Banks, Federal Probe Alleges
Jack McGeever · 5 min · 2h
Four Utah Deaths Linked to Illegal Kratom Compounds
Health
— Oct 5, 2026
Utah officials renewed warnings after four deaths were linked to products misleadingly labeled as “cat’s claw” or kratom-free but containing potent synthetic kratom opioids, including MGPI and MGM-15. The illegal products may still be sold at smoke shops, gas stations and online, and officials urge consumers not to use them.
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Toy Story vs Shrek
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.
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Pennsylvania Senate Passes PFAS Foam Ban Bill
Politics
— Oct 5, 2026
Pennsylvania’s Senate approved a bipartisan bill, 48-1, to phase out PFAS-containing firefighting foam, restricting its manufacture, sale and distribution beginning in July 2027 and its use starting in 2028. The measure also requires warning labels on protective gear containing PFAS, chemicals linked to health risks and environmental contamination; a companion bill passed the House unanimously in 2025.
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Kurdish Publisher Avesta Wins US Freedom-to-Publish Award
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— Oct 7, 2026
Istanbul’s Avesta won the AAP Freedom to Publish Award a second time after book bans, a 2016 warehouse fire destroying 3,000-plus works, and a 2023 “terrorist propaganda” site label.
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Biggs, Hourihan Clash in Arizona Governor Debate
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— Oct 5, 2026
Arizona’s governor’s race featured Republican Andy Biggs and No Labels candidate Teri Hourihan clashing over water, Medicaid and Biggs’ record, including Hourihan’s accusation that he failed to protect children in Colorado City, which he called an outrageous lie. Biggs has called water his top campaign issue and touted underground reserves, while running mate Sine Kerr described federal Medicaid changes as reforms despite estimates that hundreds of thousands of Arizonans could lose coverage.
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Thomas Rhett launches label with HYBE’s Blue Highway
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— Oct 6, 2026
Thomas Rhett and HYBE America’s Blue Highway Records have launched Fifty-One/Forty-Nine Records, an artist-led partnership that will house his recorded music and support his next career chapter. Rhett says the arrangement is designed to give him ownership of his work alongside Blue Highway’s team and global infrastructure, though financial and ownership details were not disclosed.
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The Conservative Desk
Goliath death puts Georgia’s ride inspectors to the test
A teacher’s fatal ejection from Six Flags’ Goliath forces a hard look at state inspection duty, park accountability, and the safety ordinary families expect before they board.
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Hershey Adds Carving Disclaimer to Reese’s Pumpkins
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— Oct 6, 2026
Hershey now labels Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkins 'Carving not on actual product' after a judge twice dismissed a $5M suit as only 'subjective disappointment.'
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Alito calls Trump rhetoric offensive while noting surge in emergency appeals
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— Oct 6, 2026
Alito told the AP he is "not pleased" with Trump's court rhetoric and called related claims "offensive," after Trump labeled his appointees "a shell of their original selves."
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Fed Approves Isabella’s $54.6M Grand River Acquisition
Finance
— Oct 5, 2026
The Federal Reserve approved Isabella Bank Corporation’s acquisition of Grand River Commerce and Grand River Bank, clearing a key regulatory hurdle for the merger. Isabella also received approval to merge the banks and continue operating Grand River’s branches; the companies said they had obtained all required regulatory approvals.
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College Volleyball Spotlights Wins, Honors, Emerging Talent
Sports
— Oct 4, 2026
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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DOJ Report Says NSBA Letter Labeled Father Potential Terrorist After School Rape
Daily Caller News Foundation
— Oct 6, 2026
A 2021 letter to then-President Joe Biden described a father as a possible domestic terrorist after he confronted a school about the brutal rape of his disabled daughter by a boy dressed as a girl in a school bathroom, the Department of Justice alleges.
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Over 20 State Treasurers Warn Agencies Against Using ESG For Deciding Credit Ratings
Jack McGeever · 4 min · 2h
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