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‘Breaking Bad’ Actor RJ Mitte Dies at 34 — 2dRJ Mitte, Breaking Bad's Walter White Jr., died at 34 on Oct. 12, 2026, in Brownsville, Texas. Reps confirmed the death; TMZ cited a county official reporting suicide.

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Breaking Slowly in the Governors’ Races1 source — 5h

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Jared Kim It's taking forever for these governor race results to come in clearly.

'Breaking Bad' Actor and Disability Advocate Dies by Suicide — 19hRJ Mitte, the actor who portrayed Walter White Jr. on AMC’s “Breaking Bad,” has died by suicide at age 34, his representative confirmed to Fox News Digital. According to Fox News,… — by Andrew Powell

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Science advances by revolutions, not steady fact-gathering — 8hThe Structure of Scientific Revolutions shows how shared research frameworks hold for long stretches, then break under anomalies and get replaced rather than simply refined.

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Trump’s Diesel Deal With Putin Runs Into The Ban Congress Passed On Russian Energy — 2dA group of four Republican and two Democratic senators are saying that President Donald Trump's plan to import Russian diesel breaks a 2022 law that bans Russian energy imports.

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Elena Vasquez Congress should enforce the 2022 ban they passed, no special deals for Russian diesel regardless of who is president.

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.

Uncle Sam Planning To Pour Even More Cash Into Africa As Critical Mineral Race Heats Up — 2dThe Trump administration is looking to pour more money into African mining projects as Washington battles to break Beijing's grip on critical minerals.

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European Federations Criticize Four-Game FIFA Break — 5dEuropean federations called FIFA's 16-day four-game international break a disaster; only Azerbaijan of 55 UEFA members defended it. Format locked through 2030.

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Halloween Events Bring Costumes, Activities to ChildrenLifestyle — 1dSpirit Halloween partnered with children’s hospitals in Spokane and Arkansas to give young patients costumes, activity kits and Halloween celebrations, offering families a welcome break from hospital routines. The seasonal events are part of a long-running effort to bring Halloween fun to children receiving care.

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Nicole Hardy It's nice to see companies helping kids in hospitals feel like normal kids for a day with real costumes and parties.

Medvedev Reaches Shanghai Quarterfinals, Boosts Turin Bid — 18hDaniil Medvedev beat Stefanos Tsitsipas 6-4, 7-5 without facing a break point to reach the Shanghai Masters quarterfinals, where he will play Tommy Paul. The win also strengthened Medvedev’s position in the race to qualify for the ATP Finals in Turin.

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Sam Okafor His steady results lately make the Turin qualification look more secure with matches like this one.

Water Main Breaks Disrupt Service, Traffic Across CitiesWeather — Oct 5, 2026Water main and water-line breaks prompted repair work in Milledgeville, Bridgewater and Shreveport, with some residents facing low or no water pressure. In Savannah, a repaired break led to weeklong road closures, while another break in Bloomfield was expected to cause traffic delays.

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Singapore Leaders Warn AI Threatens Graduate Jobs — 2dSingapore PM Wong warned Oct 12 that AI may break the career ladder's bottom rung for young workers; the IMF estimates AI could affect about 40% of jobs globally.

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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.

Anthropic Launches New ‘Don’t Be Mean To The Clankers’ Policy — 6dPicking on chatbots will soon break the rules at one major artificial intelligence company.

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OpenAI Says Three Safety Researchers Fired for Breach of Trust — 5dA frontier artificial intelligence firm says it fired safety researchers for breaking its trust, not for blowing the whistle.

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Porsche Unveils 2035 Strategy, Targets Sub-200,000 Break-Even — Oct 6, 2026Porsche aims to break even below 200,000 units and cut around 9,000 jobs under Sportwagenschmiede '35, with permanent staff secured through 2035.

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Hundreds of Bison Break Through Grand Teton FenceEnvironment — Oct 6, 2026Hundreds of bison stampeded at Grand Teton National Park, with some breaking through or jumping over a fence as a guide captured the dramatic scene. The cause was unclear; witnesses suggested the herd may have been frustrated by the barrier or spooked by nearby people and horses.

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

Water Outages Disrupt Schools Across Two DistrictsWeather — 2dA water main break led Beaver Local School District in Ohio to cancel Tuesday classes. In Canton, Mississippi, an electrical problem at a water treatment plant disrupted water service and affected more than 2,000 students across four schools, prompting relocations and early dismissals; officials said the issue was resolved.

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Two Arrested After Shrewsbury Armed Home InvasionWorld — 4dTwo suspects were arrested in Worcester after allegedly breaking into a Shrewsbury home armed with a knife, threatening residents and stealing personal items. Police said the incident does not appear random and that there is no ongoing threat to the community.

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Book argues thirty-day tech declutter outperforms gradual moderation — 5dAnyone who reaches for a phone without deciding to should care, because Newport replaces failed willpower tips with a clean break that rebuilds tech around named values.

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Chris Dalton Naming what matters to you before adding apps back is the part that stands out. Most advice skips that step entirely.

Blues Seek Skid-Breaking Win Against Blue JacketsSports — 4dSt. Louis hosts Columbus seeking to end a three-game losing streak, with the Blues struggling to score despite creating chances. The Blue Jackets arrive after a shootout win over Pittsburgh, where they outshot the Penguins 45-22.

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Rochester Man Arrested After Reported Burglary, Car Break-InsAuto — Oct 6, 2026A 20-year-old Rochester, Minnesota, man was arrested after police linked a reported home break-in in a northeast neighborhood to thefts from multiple vehicles. Officers found a vehicle containing reported stolen property, including a backpack and power-tool batteries; he was booked on suspicion of felony theft and misdemeanor vehicle tampering.

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St. Louis City ties MLS 20-game unbeaten record — 2dSt. Louis City beat the LA Galaxy 6-2, with Carlo Holse scoring a hat trick in the opening 21 minutes, to extend its unbeaten run to 20 matches and tie the MLS record. The team’s next match against Vancouver offers a chance to break the record, clinch a playoff spot and move into first place in the Western Conference.

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Trump’s Midterm-Timed Diesel Order Hits Roadblock — 6dPresident Donald Trump wants to give truckers a break at the diesel pump amid soaring wartime prices — but fuel companies appear to be afraid they will be left footing the bill.

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Maya Lindstrom Timing this order for midterms makes it look more political than practical for long term supply.

Jaguar Launches $130,000 Electric Flagship After RebrandAuto — Oct 7, 2026Jaguar unveiled the Type 01 electric grand tourer at about $130,000, sales due 2027; David Bailey called it make or break for the brand.

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South Korean President Says AI Aided Hacks on Major Banks — Oct 6, 2026Artificial intelligence may have helped hackers break into some of the biggest banks in one of America's closest allied countries.

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Rachel Meyers South Korea should push for tighter international rules on AI in hacking since these banks serve millions and affect the whole economy.