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Cookie Recipes, New Businesses Mark Fall Season
Lifestyle
— Oct 5, 2026
As fall and holiday baking season approaches, recipe guides encourage testing cookie favorites early and offer practical advice such as weighing ingredients, using scoops and browning butter. Cookie creativity also extends beyond home baking: sisters in Bermuda have launched a small-batch cookie business, while a Culver City bakery is drawing attention for unusual flavors.
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Poe Bean Cafe Plans Sober-Friendly Rochester Opening
Lifestyle
— 6d
Poe Bean Cafe is expected to open in downtown Rochester in December, offering coffee, baked goods, entertainment and a sober-friendly gathering space. In Modesto, the Queen Bean Coffee and Social House doubles as a nighttime music venue, recently drawing more than 400 people for performances by local bands.
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Five Wisconsin Women, Ages 75-106, Die
Lifestyle
— 6d
Edite Kroll, a literary agent who championed children’s books and human rights, died at 87; four Wisconsin women also died: Valerie Kay Kinney, a longtime medical assistant; Susan Webb, a beloved Kenosha crossing guard; Florence Klappa, a 106-year-old homemaker; and MaryLou Rinke, remembered for baking, crafts and family.
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Toll House Plans First Advent Calendar Since 1938
Lifestyle
— Oct 5, 2026
Nestlé Toll House is introducing its first 12-day Advent calendar, a house-shaped box with cookie dough and baking morsels, including new snowflake-shaped morsels and snowflake sugar-cookie dough. The $29.99 calendar will be sold online in limited releases on October 9, November 6 and December 4.
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Chinese National Arrested After Poisoning Classmate Engaged In Cutting Edge Cancer Research At US University
Jillian Butler · 4 min · 1h
Artisan Markets Bring Makers to Communities
Lifestyle
— Sep 29, 2026
Community craft fairs in several towns are bringing together local artisans and shoppers for handmade goods ranging from jewelry and artwork to baked treats and gifts, often alongside food, music and family activities. Organizers and vendors also emphasize the events’ community benefits, including supporting local businesses and ministries.
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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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Buffalo Chicken Sweetpotatoes Add Fiber While Keeping Spicy Flavor
Lifestyle
— Sep 28, 2026
A recipe feature suggests swapping takeout buffalo wings or pizza for baked sweetpotatoes filled with buffalo chicken, avocado and chives, presenting the dish as a flavorful, more nutrient-rich option. Sweetpotatoes provide fiber and other nutrients, with complex carbohydrates that can support energy and recovery.
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Dana Whitfield
This buffalo chicken sweet potato swap sounds like a solid way to keep the heat while adding real fiber and nutrients.
Families honor five women in obituaries
Lifestyle
— Sep 28, 2026
Five women—Brenda Thompson, Dorothy Bell Spivey, Karen R. Cilley, Brenda Hayes Tedder and Robin Kathleen Taylor—died between September 28 and 30, 2026. Their obituaries remember lives centered on family and friendship, alongside careers and personal passions ranging from chemistry and civil service to baking, caregiving and collecting.
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SoHo Bakery’s $60 Rye Loaf Goes Viral
Lifestyle
— Sep 28, 2026
Austrian bakery Martin Auer’s first U.S. shop in SoHo is selling rye loaves for $60, citing imported flour, high New York operating costs and a lengthy fermentation and baking process. The price has sparked viral debate, with some calling it excessive while others praise the bread and treat the purchase as a luxury experience.
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Kitchen tips include saving pasta water and Aldi cookware swaps
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— Sep 28, 2026
Kitchen upgrades range from an LG SolarDOM appliance designed to air-fry, grill, steam and bake to affordable Aldi cookware lookalikes and budget-friendly cabinet and hardware updates. The articles also offer practical shortcuts—from cleaning a blender with soapy water to using cooking techniques from around the world to improve flavor, texture and efficiency.
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs Head Injury From Fight With Drug Lord: Report
Sean “Diddy” Combs‘ head injury over the weekend was the result of a fight with a drug lord, per TMZ. Sources said Combs and a Jamaican drug lord known as “Dudus” had a physical altercation that ended with Diddy sustaining a severe head injury. TMZ reported Combs was taken from the FCI Fort Dix prison in New Jersey around 1 a.m. Saturday to a hospital for treatment. People magazine confirmed he wa
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96 Casserole Recipes Cover Family Meals
Lifestyle
— Sep 19, 2026
A round-up of casserole recipes across multiple outlets showcases family-friendly, one-dish dinners ranging from hearty meat-and-pasta bakes to veggie-forward and low-carb vegetarian options, highlighting both comfort classics and lighter twists. The collections also provide practical tips for entertaining and meal prep, including potluck-friendly formats, make-ahead options, and quick weeknight meals.
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Tailgate menus add grape-jelly meatballs and pumpkin cold brews
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— Sep 17, 2026
A variety of tailgate-friendly bites—ranging from easy baked tacos and pizza-sliders to slow-cooker meatballs and Big Mac egg rolls—are highlighted as crowd-pleasing, shareable options for game-day spreads. The fall theme extends to beverages, with seasonal cocktails, customized coffee drinks, and low- and no-alcohol options being promoted across different venues to capitalize on autumn flavors like maple, cinnamon, apples, and pumpkin.
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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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Local Bakeries, Markets Offer Distinctive Foods
Lifestyle
— 3d
These articles spotlight standout regional food stops, from California’s Basque-inspired Sheepherder Bread and dessert shops to an all-in-one Italian market in Pennsylvania and a gluten- and often dairy-free bakery near Omaha. A small Massachusetts bakery also draws attention for its fresh cakes, scones, pastries and cookies.
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Baker Hughes Signs Framework Deal to Expand Venezuela Gas Infrastructure
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— Oct 4, 2026
Baker Hughes signed an alliance with PDVSA, Lindsayca and Fulcrum LNG to expand Venezuela’s natural-gas infrastructure, and a separate memorandum with New Stratus Energy to support future oil and gas development. The agreements establish a framework for potential projects—not finalized commitments—and any work will require further approvals, including applicable U.S. sanctions authorizations.
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Rising Fuel Costs Squeeze French Bakers
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— Sep 27, 2026
Bakers Kevin and Sandrine Luce now get only 1,200 liters of heating oil for the 2,230 euros that bought 2,000 liters in March after a 50% price rise tied to the Iran war.
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Nicole Hardy
The Luces now get half the oil for the same money which shows why many shops may have to close or cut hours.
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Federal Regulators Reject Largest US Grid Operator’s Plan To Cut Power To Data Centers
Paris Apodaca · 4 min · 1h
Nothing Bundt Cakes expands across Ohio, West Virginia
Business
— 3d
Nothing Bundt Cakes is expanding with a new Barboursville, West Virginia, bakery and a planned Kettering, Ohio, shop, while its Columbus, Indiana, location is celebrating its opening with community discounts, a school fundraiser and a year-of-cake giveaway. The Kettering store has not announced an opening date.
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Toy Story vs Shrek
Yourlist
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The toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.
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Hospitality Openings Span Auckland, Peoria, US
Lifestyle
— 3d
New dining destinations are expanding across hotels and mixed-use developments: Auckland’s Art Deco-inspired Windsor Room brings British and European classics to Fable, while Peoria’s forthcoming Jefferson House will combine restaurants, a bakery, a bar, shops and entertainment. Hotel dining is also drawing attention, from nationally recognized U.S. venues to new fall hotel openings such as The Selvedge in California’s wine country, which pairs an inn stay with meals from the SingleThread team.
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Food festivals celebrate diverse cuisines across cities
Lifestyle
— 4d
Food festivals are bringing communities together around cultural traditions, from Bakersfield’s long-running Greek celebration and Cherry Hill’s Greek Agora to Melbourne’s returning international dumpling festival. Palm Desert’s Yum Food Fest also went ahead despite stormy weather, with food, live music and a Hawaiian luau.
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Buccaneers Rookie Daniels Set for Second Cowboys Start
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With Baker Mayfield sidelined by a thumb injury, undrafted rookie Jalon Daniels is set to lead the winless Buccaneers against the Cowboys. Daniels showed rushing ability in his first NFL start, a trait that could help against a Dallas defense that has struggled to contain mobile quarterbacks.
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Missing senior alerts issued across three states
World
— 5d
Authorities issued alerts for three missing older women: 85-year-old Mary Dickerson in Hohenwald, Tennessee, whose medical condition may hinder her ability to return home; 74-year-old Maria Cabrera in northwest Bakersfield, California; and 95-year-old Shirley Wesley, last seen near Cañon City, Colorado, who has a cognitive disorder. Anyone with information is urged to contact local authorities or emergency services.
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Chinese National Arrested After Poisoning Classmate Engaged In Cutting Edge Cancer Research At US University
Authorities arrested a Chinese national studying at a U.S. university after she allegedly poisoned a rival classmate’s cup of tea and then attempted to flee the country.
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Race Weekends Span U.S. Speedways
Sports
— Oct 7, 2026
Chase Junghans won the opening-night MARS race at Lucas Oil Speedway, while Mark Martin returned to La Crosse Motor Speedway’s Oktoberfest weekend to share advice with racers; Legacy Motor Club also announced a fan day at its race shop. Upcoming regional highlights include the 76th Al Gerber Trophy Race of Champions in New York and Bakersfield Speedway’s 40th Budweiser Nationals, with multiple divisions competing for weekend titles.
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Cowboys Fall 24-16, Jones Calls Loss Disappointing
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Jerry Jones called the Cowboys’ 24-16 home loss to Tampa Bay “extraordinarily disappointing” after Dallas squandered a late chance to rally. The upset, delivered with the Buccaneers playing without Baker Mayfield, intensified concerns about the Cowboys’ performance and direction.
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Missing Yuba City Teen Rescued From Burning Crash
World
— Oct 7, 2026
A missing 17-year-old from Yuba City was rescued with minor to moderate injuries after the Texas man she had been communicating with allegedly fled police and drove their car off a cliff near Bakersfield; the vehicle caught fire, and officers rescued both occupants. Cameron Childers was arrested and faces kidnapping and other charges, while authorities say he also had pending Texas charges involving child sexual abuse material; the allegations have not been proven in court.
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Buccaneers Key Players Miss Tuesday Practice
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— Oct 5, 2026
Ahead of Tampa Bay’s Thursday game against Dallas, Buccaneers reports differed on linebacker Josiah Trotter’s knee status: one listed him as a full participant Tuesday, while another said he did not practice. Baker Mayfield and several other Buccaneers also missed Tuesday’s practice, while Dallas’s Monday report listed three players out and Tyler Smith limited.
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Cowboys set to face 0-4 Buccaneers Thursday
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— Oct 6, 2026
The Cowboys enter Thursday’s matchup with Tampa Bay riding a high-powered offense, while the winless Buccaneers are without Baker Mayfield and will start rookie Jalon Daniels. Though Dallas is favored, Tampa’s close losses and running back Bucky Irving’s production make the struggling team a threat the Cowboys shouldn’t overlook; another defeat could intensify pressure on coach Todd Bowles.
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California’s High-Price Petroleum Virus May Spread Across The West, Analyst Says
Paris Apodaca · 5 min · 2h
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