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Knicks Defer Extension Talks Until Later Season — 7hOn Oct. 9, 2026 the Knicks paused extension talks for Towns, Hart, McBride and Kolek until later in the season, citing focus on defending their first title since 1973.

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Kelly Stafford Says LA Intensifies Pressure on Appearance and Body Image — 2dKelly Stafford says Los Angeles’ appearance-focused culture makes her feel pressure to look a certain way, and she worries about how it could affect her four daughters’ body image. She also remains undecided about whether the family will stay in California after Matthew Stafford retires, weighing her homesickness against her daughters’ established lives and her husband’s preference for Los Angeles.

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Small-business workshops span US communitiesBusiness — 1dSmall-business organizations in Memphis, Elizabeth City, Jackson and Amarillo are offering workshops on topics including marketing, e-commerce, bookkeeping and building sustainable businesses. DoorDash’s Memphis workshop also provided business owners with hands-on training and $1,000 in credits, while Amarillo’s four-part series focuses on practical resources for entrepreneurs and established businesses.

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Blanche Meets Police on Logan’s Law — 2dAttorney General Todd Blanche met with South Carolina officials and local law enforcement to discuss reducing violent crime and improving coordination between agencies. The roundtable also focused on “Logan’s Law,” a proposed national database of violent offenders, after the slain student’s father argued that gaps in criminal-record sharing helped her killer avoid prison.

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IJRUS Deficit Approaching Grim Milestone — But News Met With Crickets From LawmakersNicole Silverio · 2 min · 1h

Family events scheduled across US campuses, citiesLifestyle — 3dYakima Valley College and the University of Tennessee at Martin are hosting family-focused campus events with activities, workshops and opportunities for students to connect with university resources. Yale is also offering student families free gym access during its Family Weekend.

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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.

Buffington Announces Mississippi Auditor Bid — 3dMississippi attorney Phil Buffington announced a Republican primary bid for state auditor, pledging to focus on fraud prevention, accountability and cybersecurity. He joins two other Republican candidates in the race as current Auditor Shad White considers a run for governor and is not planning to seek reelection.

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Report: Wembanyama limits U.S. media interviews — 3dVictor Wembanyama is reportedly limiting U.S. interviews to 60 Minutes as he focuses on the upcoming season after the Spurs’ five-game NBA Finals loss to the Knicks. He has said the defeat brought sleepless nights but that San Antonio remains hopeful and ambitious.

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Lions, LaPorta End Contract Talks; Deal Deferred — 5dLions and Sam LaPorta broke off contract talks after a Friday-Saturday push failed; any deal waits until the offseason so he can focus on the field, per Rapoport.

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Nicole Hardy The Lions probably should have locked him in sooner but waiting until offseason avoids any distractions for the team.

WHYY Names Vigeant WPSU General ManagerBusiness — 3dWHYY has named public media veteran Fred Vigeant general manager of WPSU, effective Oct. 26, after completing its acquisition of the Pennsylvania station from Penn State. He will oversee WPSU’s radio, television and digital services as the outlet retains its name and local focus under WHYY’s ownership.

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Andrew PowellKatie Zacharia Offered White House Press Secretary Role After Leavitt’s ExitKatie Zacharia has been offered the position of White House press secretary, according to two White House officials, which would bring a new face to the podium following Karoline Leavitt’s departure from the role. According to Fox News , Zacharia currently works as a senior communications adviser to Trump Media Technology Group, the company behind President Donald Trump’s social media platform, Tr6m

Makhaula delays retirement, signs Pirates extensionSports — 3dOrlando Pirates midfielder Makhehlene Makhaula has postponed retirement and extended his contract after chairman Irvin Khoza persuaded him to play on, telling the 36-year-old he still had the legs to contribute. Makhaula is focused on pursuing more silverware, including the MTN8 final against Mamelodi Sundowns.

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District candidates outline housing, safety prioritiesPolitics — 1dCandidates in state and local races outlined contrasting priorities: Utah and Tennessee legislative contests center on affordability, housing, elections, conservation and gun policy, while Chico City Council candidates debate homelessness enforcement, shelter and services, housing rules, public safety and infrastructure. Their approaches range from stronger enforcement paired with services to managed camps and housing-focused support.

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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

News Roundup Covers Local Issues, AI and PoliticsLifestyle — 4dPresident Trump announced an AI initiative while dismissing fears of an AI apocalypse, and his administration’s media restrictions and Greenland claims also drew scrutiny. Other coverage focused on Trump’s criticism of Fox News and his clash with Sen. Tom Cotton over permanent daylight saving time.

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FBI, State Agencies Investigate Charlotte SchoolsPolitics — 4dThe FBI and U.S. Attorney’s Office have confirmed an active investigation related to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools but have not disclosed its focus. The federal inquiry comes amid separate state investigations into alleged financial irregularities and reports of disputed contracts and turmoil among district leaders; no one has been criminally charged.

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Team Kimes Expands AI Marketing for Small Businesses — 2dBusiness-focused AI efforts range from events and forums on applying AI to workforce development and SME marketing to an agency’s integrated marketing services, which pair AI tools for SEO, lead generation and customer communication with human strategy. Together, the coverage highlights growing interest in using AI to improve small-business productivity and competitiveness while retaining human judgment.

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IJRTrump Says Russia Will Ship Millions Of Tons Of Diesel To Bring Down Record PricesSimon August · 2 min · 1h

Raiders defense targets Maye turnovers in Week 5 Patriots matchup — 2dThe Raiders visit the Patriots in a key Week 5 matchup, with New England focused on containing tight ends Brock Bowers and Michael Mayer, who have been central to Las Vegas’ offense. The Raiders will also need to account for emerging Patriots pass rusher Elijah Ponder, while their takeaway-minded defense looks to pressure Drake Maye, who has been productive but turnover-prone.

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Packers’ Tucker Kraft struggles with post-ACL drops — 1dPackers tight end Tucker Kraft is still working back from a torn ACL, with 15 catches, 148 yards and one touchdown through four games while struggling with drops and reduced production. Kraft says he has tried to do too much and needs to focus on catching the ball, while coach Matt LaFleur says recovering players often need time to regain their form; Kraft says his understanding of the game is improving despite the statistics.

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Valadao, Villegas Clash in California House Debate — 2dIn their only scheduled debate, Republican Rep. David Valadao and progressive Democrat Randy Villegas made competing pitches to Central Valley voters in a closely watched California congressional race, clashing over their records and approaches to the economy, immigration, health care and other issues. Valadao cast himself as an experienced representative who delivers for the region, while Villegas argued the district needs new leadership focused on working families.

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Community Festivals Planned, Held Across Four CitiesEntertainment — 4dCommunities in Penfield, Atlanta and Gainesville are hosting public outdoor music and neighborhood events featuring local performers and activities. The events also support charitable or community-focused organizations, including the Mac Miller Fund and Veterans Outreach Center, the Atlanta Music Project and Community Spring.

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Campbell won't discuss firing Lions defensive coordinator — 4dAfter Detroit’s 32-26 loss to Carolina, which extended the Lions’ alarming defensive struggles, coach Dan Campbell declined to discuss firing coordinator Kelvin Sheppard. Campbell said the team would focus on improving with its current personnel and finding better ways to deploy its defenders.

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Andrew PowellWhite House Sets Hearing for Lisa Cook as Trump Revives Mortgage AllegationsPresident 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 new chapter in his effort to remove her from the central bank. The committee will give Cook an opportunity to respond to the accusations before its members recommend whether Trump has sufficient grounds to dismiss her, 13m · 1 reads

Texas Plans Spending Reviews at Four Districts — 3dTexas Comptroller Don Huffines will review spending by Austin ISD and three other school districts at Gov. Greg Abbott’s request, focusing on whether public funds are used appropriately and how much goes to administration. The investigation comes as Austin ISD faces enrollment declines and a growing budget deficit, while advocates warn that responding to the review could add administrative work for districts.

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World Shares Advance as Oil Prices EaseFinance — 4dGlobal stocks rose early in the week on easing oil prices, lower bond yields and optimism about AI-driven earnings, then retreated as oil climbed above $100 and concerns about France’s finances weighed on markets and the euro. Investors remained focused on upcoming U.S. economic data and corporate earnings for clues to the outlook.

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Critchlow Announces First South Bend 2027 Mayoral BidPolitics — 4dPortage Township Trustee Jason Critchlow has announced a Democratic campaign for South Bend mayor in 2027, becoming the first candidate to enter the race. It will be his second bid after finishing second in the 2019 primary; Critchlow says he wants to build on the city’s progress and focus on practical services, neighborhood safety and accountability.

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Laredo Chamber Plans Four-Candidate Mayoral ForumPolitics — 4dThe Laredo Chamber of Commerce is holding a nonpartisan forum with mayoral candidates Victor Trevino, Alyssa Cigarroa, Alfonso Casso and J.D. Gonzalez, focusing on issues affecting residents and businesses, including permitting, economic development and transparency. The event is part of the city’s broader series of public forums for the 2026 elections, which includes other City Council and municipal races.

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Blazers Owner Targets Portland Championship Amid Arena TalksSports — 2dTrail Blazers owner Tom Dundon told season-ticket holders he intends to bring a championship to Portland, pointing to the team’s recent playoff return and roster additions. He said the organization is focused on keeping Moda Center among the NBA’s best, but offered no renovation specifics as negotiations over public funding and a long-term lease continue, leaving the franchise’s future in Portland unresolved.

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IJRAmerica’s Bid To Loosen China’s Cobalt Grip Comes With A Green Card AttachedParis Apodaca · 7 min · 1h