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Regional Stories Spotlight Buffets, Nostalgic School Lunch
Lifestyle
— 2d
Three casual dining destinations—Golden Corral in Maplewood, Minnesota, Don’s Family Style Buffet in Huntsville, Missouri, and Lou Roc’s Diner in Worcester, Massachusetts—are celebrated for welcoming atmospheres and generous meals.
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Lou Ferrigno recreates Hulk pose for Pope Leo XIV at Vatican
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— Sep 30, 2026
Lou Ferrigno, the actor and former bodybuilder known for playing the Incredible Hulk, fulfilled a lifelong dream by meeting Pope Leo XIV after the pope’s general audience in St. Peter’s Square. Ferrigno said his Italian Catholic upbringing made the encounter especially meaningful.
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Priya Raman
Meeting Pope Leo XIV after all these years must have meant a lot to Ferrigno, and recreating that famous stance adds a personal touch.
College Football Rankings and Weekday Picks
Sports
— Oct 7, 2026
Nebraska is embracing a demanding stretch of games as a chance to earn national attention, while Maryland highlights the behind-the-scenes work its tight ends do to prepare the offense. Elsewhere, Wyoming is trying to end a prolonged road losing streak, and Louisiana Tech, ULM and Louisiana-Lafayette are renewing conference rivalries; a Texas sports segment also previews local high school football matchups.
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Sportsbooks Offer Bonuses Across College, NFL Games
Sports
— 5d
Several Friday college football betting articles advertise sportsbook welcome offers, including bonus bets from BetMGM and bet365, with terms varying by state. Their featured games and picks include Iowa-Washington, Louisville-Florida State, BYU-Iowa State and South Florida-UTSA.
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Cyberattack Turns Hundreds Of Grocery Coolers Into Saunas As Military Stores’ Meltdown Remains A Mystery
Dylan Kresak · 3 min · 14h
Live Music Listings Span Texas, Minnesota, Louisiana, Virginia
Entertainment
— Oct 5, 2026
Communities are hosting a range of live-music events, from Arlington’s monthly Rhythm & Relics market and a two-weekend free outdoor series in St. George to concerts and festivals across northern Minnesota. Alexandria also offers year-round performances at venues including the Birchmere, Lena’s, No. 9 Lounge and 219.
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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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Barrick, Mali Unions Avert Planned Mine Strike
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— Sep 27, 2026
Unions called off Loulo-Gounkoto strikes after a 21 September deal. Sacko: "the strike action has since been called off." Mali had seized roughly 3 tonnes of Barrick gold.
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Derek Foss
Good that Barrick and the unions settled the overtime and pay issues to keep the mine running without disruption.
American Plans 40,000-Plus-Square-Foot Charlotte Admirals Club
Business
— Oct 6, 2026
American Airlines plans to build a 40,000-square-foot Admirals Club at Charlotte Douglas International Airport, its largest lounge, with construction starting this year and an opening expected in early 2028. The mezzanine-level lounge will include shower suites, bars and spaces to relax, work and dine; existing American lounges will remain open during construction, while a planned Flagship lounge has no announced timeline.
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Florida State, Louisville injury reports detail absences
Sports
— Oct 7, 2026
Florida State and Louisville have each ruled out several players ahead of Friday’s game, with the Seminoles particularly depleted by absences across their defense. Louisville quarterback Lincoln Kienholz is listed as probable, while Cardinals running back Keyjuan Brown and offensive lineman Cason Henry are among those whose availability remains uncertain.
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Youth tobacco use falls in Louisiana and Oregon as regions tighten vaping rules
Health
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Tobacco-control efforts range from workforce training in Vietnam and new vaping restrictions in the Cayman Islands to prevention programs in Louisiana. Reports from Oregon and Louisiana show declines in youth tobacco use, while Oregon also reports falling adult cigarette smoking and sales, though adult vaping and unequal progress remain concerns.
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Trump Pardons 2 Alaska Diesel Mechanics
Two Alaska diesel mechanics received pardons from President Donald Trump after they pled guilty to conspiracy to violate the Clean Air Act in 2022. Trump announced the pardons during a midterm rally Tuesday night in Wasilla, Alaska. He also called the men onstage to sign clemency documents. He also highlighted major energy investments and infrastructure projects in the state. Zachary Czubak and Pa
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Crews Respond to Fires in Louisiana and South Carolina
Weather
— Oct 6, 2026
Fire crews responded to vehicle fires on roads in Louisiana, Scotland and Oklahoma, while firefighters battled multiple spot fires along Mississippi’s Highway 30. The incidents caused minor injuries in Louisiana; no casualties were reported in Scotland, and Mississippi officials said the fires were not threatening homes.
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Syracuse-Louisville primetime kickoff set for ACC Network
Sports
— Oct 5, 2026
Syracuse football’s Oct. 17 home game against Louisville is set for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff on the ACC Network, giving the Orange a second consecutive primetime game. The matchup will end Syracuse’s extended stretch away from the Dome as Louisville arrives after consecutive conference losses.
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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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NC State Edges Louisville 31-28 for First ACC Win
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— Sep 27, 2026
Louisville visits NC State in an ACC matchup after losing to Wake Forest, while the Wolfpack come off a win over Appalachian State; both teams enter at 2-2. Louisville quarterback Lincoln Kienholz, a key dual-threat playmaker, is a game-time decision, adding uncertainty to the Cardinals’ bid to rebound on the road.
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Fulton Sheen Beatified in St. Louis
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— Sep 21, 2026
Beaucoup of Catholic faithful will gather in St. Louis for the beatification Mass of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen at the Dome at America’s Center, a key step toward sainthood that hinges on the church confirming a miracle attributed to his intercession. Coverage ties together the official process, the 2010 medical miracle, and personal and historical connections—from Peoria’s roots and large global participation to longtime devotion in New York and St. Louis communities.
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St. Louis, Whitecaps vie for Western Conference lead
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St. Louis (50 points), unbeaten in 20 and one point behind Vancouver (51), hosts the Whitecaps Wednesday with a playoff berth on the line.
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Little-Known Green Law Becoming Thorn In Side Of Businesses
Jack McGeever · 3 min · 14h
Louisiana Crashes Kill Two, Injure Cyclist
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In Baton Rouge, a Jeep driver was arrested on vehicular-homicide and related charges after making a U-turn and killing a dirt-bike rider; police said her breath test was above the legal limit. Elsewhere in Louisiana, a motorcyclist died in a Lafourche Parish crash, while a Shreveport woman was arrested after a hit-and-run left a bicyclist seriously injured.
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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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Man charged in alleged casino-winner robbery
Entertainment
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A St. Louis man, Ronnell L. Williams, is charged with first-degree robbery and armed criminal action after allegedly watching a woman win more than $3,200 at an East St. Louis casino, following her into Missouri and robbing her at gunpoint. Police say casino surveillance and vehicle records helped identify him.
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Louisville Women Projected Second, Men Third in ACC
Sports
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Louisville’s men’s team was picked third in the ACC preseason poll behind Duke and Virginia, with Flory Bidunga named to the first team and Jackson Shelstad to the second. The women were projected to finish second behind Duke, and guards Taj Roberts and Imari Berry earned Preseason All-ACC honors.
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Priya Raman
Jackson Shelstad making second team is good recognition, but I wonder if the men can climb higher than the poll says.
Louisville beats Florida State 44-20
Sports
— 2d
Louisville rebounded from two straight losses with a 44-20 win over Florida State, while the Cardinals’ offense ranks among the nation’s top 10 in several efficiency categories. Florida State’s defense has struggled this season, though it was also previewed ahead of a matchup with Miami.
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Blues double free over-the-air games via new Gray Media deal
Sports
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The St. Louis Blues and Gray Media have agreed to a multiyear deal to air 10 select Thursday-night Blue Note+ games free over the air during the 2026–27 season. The broadcasts will reach more than 4.8 million households across St. Louis and 10 other regional markets, doubling the number of the team’s free over-the-air games from last season.
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Trump links Greenland oil push to U.S. defense pact
Weeks after a sovereignty-preserving security deal with Denmark and Greenland, Trump says massive oil, gas and mineral exploration is set to begin and frames the island as a forward defense line.
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Louisiana Pastor Sues Library After Firing Over Refusal to Use Preferred Pronouns
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A Louisiana pastor sued the Baton Rouge library after it fired him for refusing to use "preferred pronouns."
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Louisville routs Florida State 44-20, extends FSU road skid
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Isaac Brown's 97-yard TD and career-high 235 yards fueled Louisville's 35-unanswered rally from 14-0 down to a 44-20 win over Florida State.
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Louisiana Pastor Sues Library Over Firing for Refusing Preferred Pronouns
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A Louisiana pastor sued the Baton Rouge library after it fired him for refusing to use "preferred pronouns."
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Louisiana Tech Wins First Sun Belt Game
Sports
— 3d
Adrian’s women’s hockey team shut out Jamestown before losing twice to defending champion Midland, while Louisiana Tech rallied past UL-Lafayette 32-31 for its first Sun Belt football win. Drake volleyball won at Indiana State, Gardner-Webb’s men’s and women’s swim teams lost to Old Dominion despite several event victories, and the Bulldogs won the Sentinel Invite over Marquette.
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Multiple Soccer Matches Expected Across Leagues
Sports
— 4d
Previews cover several upcoming soccer matchups: Thrissur Magic vs. Calicut in the Super League Kerala, Napoli vs. Frosinone in Serie A, Toronto FC vs. CF Montréal in MLS, and St. Louis CITY SC vs. LA Galaxy. St. Louis enters its match with a stronger recent run and an unbeaten record against the Galaxy, while the other previews focus on predictions and matchday information.
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Democrat Senator Ed Markey Goes Fishing For DEI Interns
Nicole Silverio · 2 min · 15h
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