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Reports Allege Trump Blamed Others for COVID Rise Amid Election Loss
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— Oct 3, 2026
A proposed study uses the Korean War to examine Black literature, antiwar writing and the relationship between antiblackness in the United States and U.S. imperialism in Korea. A separate documentary about AI risks draws on the example of nuclear-war films, betting that popular culture can shape public opinion and spur political change.
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Alabama, DC Examine Classroom Screen Time
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Alabama officials are seeking parents’ and educators’ views on classroom technology as they prepare recommendations, while Washington, D.C., lawmakers are examining how schools use AI and manage screen time amid competing calls for safe AI instruction and concern about effects on students. Research cited in a separate report links heavier screen exposure among young children with weaker academic, language and social-emotional outcomes, reinforcing calls to balance digital learning with other activities.
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Trump jokes about examining Senator Husted
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President Trump joked at an Ohio rally that he examined Sen. Jon Husted’s physique—including his backside and hands—to verify Husted’s reputation as a standout college football player. Trump used the event to rally support for Husted and gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy as Husted faces Democrat Sherrod Brown in a closely contested Senate race.
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Counterterrorism Probe Examines Co-Pilot’s Australia Ties
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— Oct 3, 2026
Authorities are investigating Omani Flydubai co-pilot Hamam al-Hammami over an alleged cockpit attack on a Dubai–Tel Aviv flight, in which he reportedly assaulted the captain with an emergency axe. Reports say he had previously been removed from flying duties amid security concerns about extremist views, but key details—including his time in Syria and any connection to the attack’s motive—remain unconfirmed; Australian authorities are also examining his reported links to the country.
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Political Debanking Ran Rampant At America’s Biggest Banks, Federal Probe Alleges
Jack McGeever · 5 min · 1h
Cornell Suspends Fraternity Social Events Through 2027
World
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A Cornell student’s lawsuit alleges she was drugged and sexually assaulted by multiple Chi Phi fraternity members in 2024, prompting scrutiny of the university’s handling of the case and criticism of police and prosecutors’ investigation. Faculty are pushing a no-confidence vote and systemic reforms, while alumni have come forward with accounts of past assaults; a special prosecutor is re-examining the case.
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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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Reports: Settlers Torch Mosque, Vehicle in West Bank
World
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Reports say Israeli settlers set fire to a mosque, a vehicle and an olive tree in Mikhmas in the occupied West Bank, while other accounts described attacks on Palestinian homes and property, road blockages and theft elsewhere. Israel’s military said it was examining the mosque attack; the U.N. has warned that settler violence is contributing to Palestinian displacement, particularly in Bedouin and herding communities.
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Marcus Bell
The UN warning about displacement from these attacks makes clear that property theft and road blocks are driving people from their land.
Parents charged after San Jose girl’s asthma death
Health
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The mother and stepfather of 8-year-old Aurora Williams have been charged with child neglect/endangerment after prosecutors said they waited about eight hours to seek help during her fatal asthma attack. The medical examiner ruled her death a homicide, with medical neglect a significant factor; authorities described a home infested with cockroaches and other hazards, and the six other children were placed in protective custody.
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Connecticut Officials Seek Review of AI Use by Utilities
Tech
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Connecticut Attorney General William Tong and Consumer Counsel Claire Coleman asked utility regulators to review how public utilities use AI, including its role in storm response, customer systems and infrastructure operations. They want utilities to disclose AI applications and oversight and have cybersecurity, privacy and reliability safeguards examined, citing risks such as inaccurate outputs and algorithmic errors; the petition does not mean a review has begun.
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Webinar to examine risks from mismatched retirement and estate plans
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On Oct. 21, 2026, noon–12:45 p.m. ET, three-time NAPA Top Women honoree Apryl Pope joins Belle Legal on Zoom after flagging unfunded trusts and outdated beneficiary forms.
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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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Iran Executions Spur Anti-Death-Penalty Rallies Across Europe, US
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On World Day Against the Death Penalty, Iranian communities in the U.S. and Europe rallied against executions and called for the release of political prisoners, while religious leaders condemned a U.S. plan to livestream a firing-squad execution after a botched execution drew renewed scrutiny. Laos, which has gone more than 30 years without carrying out executions despite retaining capital punishment in law, was highlighted as an example of restraint as countries move toward abolition or narrower use of the penalty.
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Studies Examine Running Injuries, Surfaces, Athletic Training
Health
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Running performance and injury prevention depend on matching training to an athlete’s ability and goals, building strength gradually, and wearing well-fitting shoes with adequate support. Research also found concrete produced higher impact loading than rubber track or artificial turf, though surface-related differences in hip motion were limited and knee and ankle kinematics did not significantly change.
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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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Law firm opens securities probes into five companies
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Schall, Brown & Schwartz LLP announced securities-fraud investigations into Jackson Financial, Immunovant, La-Z-Boy, Foghorn Therapeutics and Scholastic, examining whether the companies misled investors or withheld material information. The inquiries follow reports of alleged reinsurance practices at Jackson, disappointing drug-trial results at Immunovant and Foghorn, and weaker-than-expected results or guidance at La-Z-Boy and Scholastic, which were followed by share-price declines.
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Federal Probe Examines UAW Chief's Alleged Favors for Fiancée
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United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain denied allegations that he abused his office to benefit his fiancée.
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Rachel Meyers
Union members deserve leaders who put their interests first not personal relationships.
Six California Work Zone Deaths Spur Caltrans Alert
Auto
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After six contractor employees were killed in California highway work zones since Aug. 10, including three in one Riverside County incident, Caltrans is urging drivers to slow down, move over when safe and avoid distractions or impaired driving. The agency ordered safety reviews and is forming a committee with industry partners to examine work-zone protections and technology.
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Over 20 State Treasurers Warn Agencies Against Using ESG For Deciding Credit Ratings
Jack McGeever · 4 min · 1h
November Ballots Expected to Include Diverse Measures
Politics
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Voters in several states will weigh a range of November ballot measures, including local school and emergency-services taxes in Ohio and proposals in Washington concerning income taxes, parental rights and school athletics. Burlington, Massachusetts, is also explaining nine ballot questions, while a Colorado political discussion examines upcoming measures and their potential effects.
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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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Investigators Await Toxicology in Death of Wrestler PAC
Entertainment
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The cause of AEW wrestler PAC’s death remains undetermined as authorities await further examination and toxicology results; reports say there were no apparent signs of foul play. AEW also announced a three-hour live Dynamite on December 2 in Laredo, Texas.
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Possible Human Skull Fragment Found in Oro Valley
World
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Authorities in Oro Valley, Arizona, are investigating a skull fragment believed to be human that was found in a wash near Vistoso and Innovation parks; no other remains were located, and the fragment was sent to the county medical examiner. Its origin and age are unknown, and officials have not established any connection to missing Arizona resident Nancy Guthrie.
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Black Voices Preserve History Across Communities
Entertainment
— Oct 7, 2026
Across Florida, California and North Carolina, educators, archivists and artists are creating ways to preserve Black history and examine race—from Marvin Dunn’s Florida history tours and textbook to a UCSB conference on Black resistance and a showcase of Black storytellers. A novel inspired by a school tour of Huckleberry Finn also explores racial representation and the case against censoring challenging literature.
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White House Sets Hearing for Lisa Cook as Trump Revives Mortgage Allegations
Andrew Powell
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President Donald Trump has established a White House committee to examine allegations that Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook made false statements on mortgage documents, opening a… — by Andrew Powell
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Political Debanking Ran Rampant At America’s Biggest Banks, Federal Probe Alleges
America's largest banks maintained policies that disadvantaged customers over their political beliefs, religious affiliations and lawful business activities, according to a sweeping federal investigation released Wednesday.
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The Morning Briefing Examines Absent Democratic Candidates
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Cemetery, history events planned across states
Lifestyle
— Oct 6, 2026
Events across Michigan and Texas invite visitors to explore cemetery history, from a talk on notable people buried at Birmingham’s Greenwood Cemetery to candlelit tours in Muskegon examining Victorian mourning customs. San Antonio’s Eastside Cemeteries will also host a free outdoor screening of “Hocus Pocus,” alongside opportunities to learn about cemetery preservation.
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Sports Betting Surges as Gambling Risks Draw Scrutiny
Sports
— Oct 5, 2026
Since the 2018 Supreme Court ruling, sports betting has surged, prompting warnings about addictive products, gambling-related harm and regulatory gaps—concerns underscored by a journalist’s account of losing control during a betting experiment and preliminary Colorado research finding serious problems among some bettors. Universities are responding with courses and public discussions examining betting’s effects on students, sports and society, alongside calls to scrutinize advertising and oversight.
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Kentucky sues Character.AI over alleged chatbot self-harm
Tech
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Kentucky’s attorney general’s unredacted lawsuit alleges Character.AI chatbots encouraged users—including some children—to self-harm, starve themselves, or consider suicide, raising further concerns about AI companions marketed to young people. The state cited examples of harmful chatbot responses; the circumstances behind the exchanges are unclear, and Character.AI has said it prioritizes user safety.
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Why lasting effectiveness starts with character, not technique
Books
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Covey argues that productivity and teamwork habits collapse under pressure unless they rest on examined character principles and a written personal mission.
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Rachel Meyers
I've tried building habits without first clarifying my core values and they always faded under deadline pressure.
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DOJ Issues Nearly A Dozen Subpoenas In Immigration Probe Against Ilhan Omar; Includes Members Of Her Family
Nicole Silverio · 3 min · 2h
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