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Keegan Allen Robbed at Gunpoint in West Hollywood — 5dKeegan Allen was struck in the face with a handgun by two masked robbers who fled with his watch outside Laurel Supply in West Hollywood Thursday night.

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Purdy Tops MVP Odds, 49ers Reach 5-0 — 2dBrock Purdy moved ahead of Josh Allen as the betting favorite for NFL MVP after leading the 49ers to a 32-29 comeback win over Seattle and a 5-0 start. Though Purdy had a relatively modest game by his early-season standards, his overall production and San Francisco’s unbeaten record have strengthened his candidacy, while Allen still has a chance to respond.

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Stress comes from untracked commitments, not too much workCulture — 5dA first mind sweep often surfaces over a hundred neglected commitments, and Allen’s closed loop exists to pull every one out of your head so attention can stay on the work in front of you.

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Elena Vasquez Still not convinced a closed loop system beats just saying no to new tasks when the list gets long.

Colts Rule Out Keenan Allen for London Game — Oct 1, 2026Colts receiver Keenan Allen was ruled out of Sunday’s game against Washington with a groin injury, leaving Josh Downs and other receivers in line for increased opportunities. Earlier reports had listed Allen as questionable while his status remained uncertain.

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Voters Face November School, County Ballot MeasuresPolitics — 4dAllen County voters will decide on renewals of school and local-service levies, including Lima schools’ five-year tax request, while Douglas County voters will consider expanding their commission from three members to five and how commissioners would be elected.

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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.

Kennard's 20 points lead Suns past Spurs, 102-98 — 3dLuke Kennard scored a game-high 20 points with five rebounds and four assists in the Suns’ preseason win over San Antonio, showing he can contribute as both a shooter and playmaker. Phoenix is counting on him to help replace Grayson Allen’s perimeter production, though Kennard is likely to have a secondary role when the team’s stars are available.

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California Candidates Differ on Insurance, Rail Funding and Voter Rules — Oct 5, 2026California insurance commissioner candidates Jane Kim and Ben Allen offered contrasting approaches to keeping State Farm in the state: Kim emphasized consumer protections and risk reduction, while Allen backed predictable rate reviews and greater insurer flexibility paired with accountability. In the state treasurer race, Eleni Kounalakis supports continuing high-speed rail while controlling costs, whereas Jennifer Hawks wants to halt the project and prioritize other obligations.

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Maya Lindstrom Allen seems more realistic on insurance by balancing flexibility for companies with real accountability.

Short-Handed Patriots Prepare for Bills, Allen — Oct 1, 2026The injury-depleted Patriots face a major challenge against Buffalo’s high-scoring offense, with Christian Gonzalez and Christian Barmore ruled out. New England’s defenders say they must stop the run, force turnovers and stay in coverage when Josh Allen extends plays beyond the initial snap.

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Vrabel Flagged, Bills Score to Tie Game — Oct 4, 2026Mike Vrabel was flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct after a sideline tirade lip-read as cursing a holding call; Josh Allen tied the game before the Patriots won 29-26.

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Rachel Meyers Vrabel's tirade over that holding call was unnecessary and probably fired up the Bills more than it helped his own team.

Marshals Offer $5,000 Reward for Wanted Sex OffenderPolitics — 5dU.S. Marshals are offering up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest of Gabriel Allen Hargus, a 49-year-old Mineral Wells man wanted on warrants for failing to register as a sex offender and violating parole. Convicted of child sexual abuse material possession and sexually abusing a 13-year-old, Hargus was last reported seen in El Paso, Texas, and has been evading authorities for more than three years.

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Pink Events Support Breast Cancer CausesHealth — 6dCommunities and Purdue Fort Wayne are marking Breast Cancer Awareness Month with pink-themed events that raise funds and honor survivors and people battling the disease. Allen Community College’s Spirit of Pink donated $504 to a local cancer-support organization, while Purdue Fort Wayne expanded its longtime Pink Out into a campuswide Pink Week; a separate gala in Virginia is also fundraising to celebrate and support breast cancer champions and their families.

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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.

Cities plan emergency siren testsWeather — Oct 5, 2026Fargo will evaluate its outdoor warning sirens Oct. 6–7, with brief tests and a possible additional full-system test; officials say residents should check trusted sources if they hear a siren outside scheduled testing. Patna and Allen County also have siren tests planned, and officials urge residents not to mistake routine testing for an emergency.

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Devils host Mammoth after weekend losses as Utah starts strong — Oct 5, 2026The 2-1 Utah Mammoth visit the 1-1 New Jersey Devils on Tuesday, with both teams looking to rebound from weekend losses. Utah’s potent power play and high-producing top line pose a major test for New Jersey, which is expected to start Jake Allen and will need to improve its special-teams play.

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Utah Court Weighs Law Creating Three-Judge PanelsPolitics — Oct 5, 2026North Dakota municipal judges met for a seminar on judicial leadership, court rules and the limits of courtroom AI, while Utah’s Supreme Court heard challenges to legislation creating three-judge panels for lawsuits contesting state laws. In Indiana, Allen County judicial candidates Samuel Keirns and Rick Trevino discussed court operations and problem-solving programs ahead of early voting.

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Obituaries Honor Five Women’s Community ContributionsLifestyle — Oct 3, 2026Recent obituaries remember Janet Ann Holt Allen, Avia Jane Oxendine Moore, Lila Candice Williams, Barbara Anne Humbach Brownlee and Janet Beckett Thomas, honoring lives devoted to family and community. Their work included careers in business and higher education, hairdressing, public social services and nursing, alongside passions such as basket weaving and outdoor recreation.

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

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.

Lily Allen Downsized North American Tour Over Low Sales — Sep 15, 2026Lily Allen downsized several North American tour dates from arenas to smaller venues due to low ticket sales, with one Montreal show canceled, in order to keep the West End Girl tour on schedule while performing the album in full. She emphasized that promoters use data to forecast demand rather than the artist alone, and she did not want to let down the crew despite the change in plans.

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Bills' Moore Ruled Out, Coleman Returns Against Lions — Sep 18, 2026D.J. Moore ruled out with shoulder stinger after hard end-zone landing on Allen target as Bills led Lions 21-7 Thursday.

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Tom Gallagher Oliver's hip keeping him out hurts the defensive front, they need depth there against a team like Detroit.

Monangai Leads Bears Past Jets 23-12 — Sep 29, 2026The 1-2 Jets head to Chicago looking to rebound after consecutive close losses, with Geno Smith’s strong passing providing a bright spot but the running game and offensive line needing improvement. New York also hopes to end a 20-game interception drought, while Breece Hall’s quad injury could leave the backfield to Braelon Allen and Isaiah Davis.

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Jets Face Four Week-to-Week Injuries Ahead of Bears Game — Sep 28, 2026Jets running back Breece Hall remains sidelined with a quadriceps injury and is unlikely to play against the Bears, while receiver Adonai Mitchell, tight end Mason Taylor and guard Dylan Parham are also week to week. Safety Minkah Fitzpatrick is trending toward a return, and backups Braelon Allen and Isaiah Davis could shoulder more of the rushing workload.

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Supercomputer Projects Josh Allen as 2026 MVP FavoriteSports — Sep 16, 2026A CSB supercomputer projection puts Josh Allen as the presumptive 2026 NFL MVP favorite at 19.3%, ahead of Lamar Jackson and Joe Burrow. Week 2 previews highlight Chiefs dealing with key injuries while leaning on a run-heavy approach, Kenneth Walker as a high-ceiling fantasy RB, Cincinnati’s defense showing improved form, and ongoing narratives around Deshaun Watson’s betting odds and Kyler Murray’s concussion status alongside Ja’Marr Chase’s knee recovery.

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Remains Found During Grand Canyon Flood Search — Sep 15, 2026NPS rangers recovered human remains Sept. 14 near Crystal Rapid, 10 miles downriver from Phantom Ranch; identity not yet known as Timothy Allen Smith remains missing.

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NFL Players Favor Grass as League Sets Surface Standards — Sep 15, 2026NFLPA says 92% of players favor grass as Josh Allen describes turf burns so painful he cannot sleep; league and union set surface standards for all 30 facilities by 2028.

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Priya Raman Artificial turf might save money but it wears players down faster, they should stick with real grass at more stadiums.

Colts Place Alec Pierce on Injured Reserve — Sep 18, 2026Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce exited early with a left-leg injury in Week 2 against the Chiefs, with his status for the game and potentially longer-term recovery still unclear as he copes with a heel/ankle issue from offseason surgery. With Ashton Dulin unavailable and Pierce potentially limited, Indianapolis may rely more on Keenan Allen, Laquon Treadwell, and others, while Pierce is expected to assume a bigger role if he can play.

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