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MISTR Hosts Second Annual National PrEP DayLifestyle — 4dFashion coverage highlights footwear in several forms: celebrities wore statement heels and sandals at MISTR’s National PrEP Day event, while Dior and Givenchy previewed zip-detail sandals for Spring/Summer 2027. Ballet flats continue to cycle back with updated designs, and a Lexington boutique is showcasing Italian shoes and fall styles.

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Estranged wife backs Ken Paxton’s GOP ticket — Oct 3, 2026Angela Paxton’s Oct. 3 ad backs the “Republican ticket” without naming estranged husband Ken Paxton; a same-day NYT/Siena poll showed Talarico up 6 points.

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Sam Okafor Even with that support, Talarico leading by six points shows Paxton still has ground to make up.

Bears' Caleb Williams Misses Third Straight Game — Oct 5, 2026The Bears will be without hamstring-injured quarterback Caleb Williams for their Week 5 game against the Packers, with Tyson Bagent starting as Williams remains week-to-week. Running back Kyle Monangai, who sustained a thumb injury (and was later listed with a toe issue), is considered day-to-day and is expected to be okay.

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Poll: Trump Voters Less Enthusiastic Than Harris Supporters — 6dA Reuters/Ipsos poll found that 48% of voters who backed Kamala Harris in 2024 are very enthusiastic about voting in the November midterms, compared with 30% of Trump voters, raising concerns about a Republican turnout disadvantage. The poll also points to possible Republican vulnerabilities among men and Hispanic voters, though a GOP strategist said the enthusiasm gap could narrow as Election Day approaches.

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Hegseth Honors Lincoln Group After 10-Month Deployment — Oct 7, 2026Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth awarded the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group the Presidential Unit Citation and praised its role in operations against Iran after a 265-day deployment. The return followed reports of serious strain among sailors, including suicide attempts and supply concerns, which Hegseth pushed back against by describing the mission as successful.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Bexar County Voter Site Restored After Registration-Deadline OutagePolitics — Oct 5, 2026Bexar County’s elections website went down for about an hour on the final day to register for the November election, then came back online after the county’s vendor resolved the issue. The county did not identify the cause and extended office hours to help voters register and update their information.

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Colts Beat Commanders 30-13 in London — Sep 29, 2026Jayden Daniels, recovering from a dislocated left elbow, is practicing in a brace and says he is taking the possibility of starting against Indianapolis day by day; coach Dan Quinn expects to decide Friday. While Daniels says he is prepared to play, one view is that Washington should stick with Marcus Mariota after his winning performance rather than rush its quarterback back.

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Nvidia-Backed Iambic Files for U.S. IPO — Sep 21, 2026Nvidia-backed Iambic filed for Nasdaq IPO as IAM after raising $461.8 million, same day it unveiled an AbbVie AI drug-discovery collaboration.

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Marcus Bell With 461 million already raised plus AbbVie ties, this IPO could help Iambic advance those early trials effectively.

Bills enter Patriots matchup with Benford and Davis questionable — Oct 2, 2026The Bills enter their Week 4 game against the Patriots with cornerback Christian Benford questionable after a toe injury and running back Ray Davis questionable with a hamstring issue; coach Joe Brady plans to assess Benford through game day. Defensive lineman T.J. Sanders is doubtful, while Davison Igbinosun could fill in for Benford and quarterback Josh Allen has no injury designation.

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Marcus Bell Sanders being doubtful adds pressure on the defensive line to hold up without extra depth.

Al Roker explains sudden departure from Today show — Sep 28, 2026Al Roker left the Today show early after delivering the weather because he had jury duty, later explaining his absence in a video outside a Manhattan courthouse. Dylan Dreyer filled in, and co-host Craig Melvin said Roker was expected back the next day.

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Sam Okafor Dylan stepping in worked out fine but it would have been better if the show planned ahead for Al's absence.

White House TV Pool Resumes After Judge Orders CNN Access Restored — Sep 25, 2026Reporters turned away Thursday morning were let back at noon under a 14-day order; some CNN and MS NOW journalists were still blocked from Xi's state dinner that night. The TV pool resumed Friday.

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Priya Raman Solidarity from the other networks worked here but it took a court order to fix what should never have been an issue.

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.

Braves place Martín Pérez on injured list before wild card series — Sep 24, 2026The Atlanta Braves placed Martín Pérez on the 15-day injured list with lower-back inflammation, putting his availability for the start of the postseason in doubt. He finishes the regular season with a 3.04 ERA over 142 innings.

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Elena Vasquez The timing of this back inflammation could not be worse if it keeps him out when the team needs every starter.

Back-to-School Food Guides Span Meals, Sick DaysLifestyle — Sep 21, 2026Across five pieces, the focus is on practical, kid-friendly meals for busy school weeks and chilly days—ranging from quick, make-ahead snacks and simple homemade yogurts to slow-cooker dinners, comforting soups, and nostalgic sick-day classics that ease the daily dinner crunch. The articles emphasize cost-conscious, adaptable options that can feed varied appetites while keeping prep minimal and ingredients approachable.

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Angels beat Mariners 7-5 in Seattle — Sep 25, 2026The Angels beat the Mariners 7-5 in Seattle, backed by six scoreless innings from Reid Detmers, Wade Meckler’s four hits and Christian Moore’s three-run homer. The win came a day after Seattle was eliminated from playoff contention, capping a disappointing season for the Mariners.

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Americans Expected to Fall Back November 1Weather — Oct 4, 2026Most Americans are scheduled to turn clocks back one hour on Nov. 1, 2026, while the UK and Ukraine make their seasonal changes earlier in October; Hawaii and most of Arizona do not observe daylight saving time. The Sunday timing allows people and transit systems to adjust with less disruption, while efforts to end the twice-yearly clock change remain unresolved.

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Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

Padres Build Wild-Card Lead During 6-1 Road Trip — Sep 16, 2026Padres’ late-season push features a high-usage bullpen, a revitalized offense backing Michael King as he posts quality starts, and a historic two-homer burst from top prospect Ethan Salas that could shape their playoff push, while also juggling workloads and resting key players. Meanwhile, rehab updates and strategic days off—such as Jason Adam’s rough rehab stint and Fernando Tatis Jr. taking a half-day off at Coors Field—underscore the club’s focus on reaching the postseason.

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Braves Push Back Chris Sale Start — Sep 14, 2026The Atlanta Braves are balancing rest and rotation management as they race toward a postseason berth, with Chris Sale’s status at the center of decisions on whether to have him on regular rest or to save him for a potential Wild Card series, while JR. Ritchie could start to provide rest and postseason alignment. Injury and workload challenges—including Reynaldo López landing on the 15-day I.L. with shoulder issues and other young pitchers stepping up—are reshaping the rotation as they prepare for October.

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Five Small Towns Highlight Regional History, ArchitectureLifestyle — Sep 17, 2026A collection of profiles highlights small, little-known American towns—Monticello (Florida), Rico (Colorado), Spring Lake (New Jersey), Dayton (Virginia), and Pendleton (South Carolina)—as overlooked gems defined by historic architecture, stunning natural surroundings, and a laid-back, welcoming pace that contrast with more tourist-heavy destinations. Each piece emphasizes preserved town character, scenic beauty, and a sense of community that makes these places stand out despite their under-the-radar status.

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Biden Pushes Back on Outrage Over Trans Day of Visibility: ‘I Didn’t Do That’Opinion — Apr 2, 2024President Joe Biden is pushing back on criticism over the decision to recognize March 31 as the Transgender Day of Visibility. During the White House Easter Egg Roll, a reporter asked the president about House Speaker…

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Ketel Marte Out Of D-backs Lineup — Jul 23, 2026Ketel Marte was scratched from the Diamondbacks' lineup in St. Louis for a rainout makeup game due to back stiffness, with the condition described as day-to-day given his history. The lineup was shuffled as Corbin Carroll moved to leadoff and Ildemaro Vargas shifted to second, with ongoing updates across outlets on Marte's status.

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‘Haven’t Had A Day Off In Two Years’: Speaker Mike Johnson Confronts Claim House Went On ‘Vacation’ During Shutdown — Nov 16, 2025Speaker Mike Johnson fired back Sunday at the narrative that the House was on “vacation” during the recently concluded 43-day government shutdown, quipping he has not had “a day off in two years.” The lower chamber was…

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Hero Dog Leads Rescuers to Mother with Dementia Who Was Lost in Woods for Three DaysReporting — May 11, 2022A family in Harris County, Texas, was extra thankful for their mom this Mother’s Day after she went missing for three days in George Bush Park. Sherry Noppe lives in a neighborhood that backs up to the 2,700-acre park …

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Pope Francis’ Health Worsens After 17 Days In Hospital — Mar 3, 2025Pope Francis has been placed back on mechanical ventilation following medical episodes after 17 days in the hospital. The Vatican announced in a statement that the Pope “suffered two significant episodes of acute…

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Indiana Expects RB Martin Back Midseason After Injury — Sep 6, 2026Indiana running back Khobie Martin will be out until midseason with an arm injury sustained in the season opener, with coach Curt Cignetti updating the timeline to a midseason return and the possibility of being ready for the October 17 game against Ohio State. The Hoosiers’ starting cornerbacks A.J. Harris and Jamari Sharpe are listed day-to-day after the opener, and the backfield rotation is expected to lean on Turbo Richard and Lee Beebe Jr. in Martin’s absence.

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