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Red Wings Near Seven-Year, $91M DeBrincat Deal — 18hThe Detroit Red Wings are nearing a seven-year extension with Alex DeBrincat worth about $13 million annually, or roughly $91 million total, according to multiple reports. The deal is not yet signed; DeBrincat is coming off a 41-goal season and was set to become an unrestricted free agent next summer.

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Tom Gallagher Spending ninety one million over seven years feels steep even for a proven scorer, but it might keep Detroit competitive.

Breeze Adds Routes From Maine and Connecticut With Fares From $49Travel — 1dBreeze Airways will restore commercial service at Arnold Palmer Regional Airport in Latrobe after Spirit Airlines shut down, with flights expected to resume early next year. An $850,000 federal grant helped secure a new carrier, and planned routes include Myrtle Beach and Florida destinations.

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Chuck Grassley Files For Reelection; Would Be 101 If He Finished Entire Term — 2dRepublican Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley filed for reelection Sunday, meaning he would be 101 years old at the end of his next potential term.

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Amazon names Aidan Marcuss Alexa chief to revive voice assistant — 4dAmazon named Aidan Marcuss Alexa chief next month as it rolls out Alexa+ at $20 a month or $139 a year after losses since 2014.

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Rockies Weigh Charlie Condon for 2027 Opening Day RosterSports — 2dThe Rockies face another season of major pitching needs, but Triple-A standout Charlie Condon’s strong 2026 performance has strengthened the case for putting him on their 2027 Opening Day roster. The Padres, meanwhile, begin the offseason confronting questions about how to improve their roster and make a deeper postseason run next year.

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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.

Japan’s Higher Rates Hit Borrowers, Shift Investments — 1dJapan’s move away from near-zero interest rates is raising costs for student-loan borrowers and other households, while making Japanese investors less inclined to seek returns abroad and potentially adding pressure to overseas bond markets. Inflation expectations remain widespread: nearly nine in 10 households expect prices to rise over the next year, despite a slight dip in the latest survey.

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From Stockpile To Supply Chain: Project Vault’s Next Phase — 6dFor years, Washington has understood the strategic danger created by America’s dependence on foreign sources for critical minerals. These materials sit at the foundation of every t… — by Daily Caller News Foundation

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Charleston names Webb next police chief — 5dCharleston Deputy Police Chief Jason Webb, a longtime department veteran, will become police chief on Oct. 22, when Chief Scott Dempsey retires after 26 years with the force. Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin praised Webb’s leadership and commitment, and Dempsey said he has confidence in his successor.

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UK weighs delaying defence spending decision until autumn — Oct 5, 2026The Times: Burnham weighs delaying the spending review until next October; lifting defence to 3% of GDP would cost about £10bn a year.

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Marcus Bell Pushing the spending decision back makes sense with tight budgets elsewhere. £10 billion a year is too much to commit without full scrutiny first.

Murder Accomplice’s Parole Hearing Set for 2031World — Oct 6, 2026Tadaryl Shipp, Christa Pike’s accomplice in the 1995 torture and murder of Colleen Slemmer, is serving life in prison plus 25 years; because he was 17 at the time, he was not eligible for the death penalty. His first parole request was denied in 2025, and his next hearing is scheduled for October 2031.

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Wealthy Investors See Rates as Top Growth RiskFinance — Oct 7, 2026Wealthy investors surveyed by Deutsche Bank identified rising interest rates and bond yields as the biggest threat to global growth, ahead of inflation and AI-related risks. Most also viewed Asia as the most geopolitically stable region over the next year, even as many planned to increase investments in the United States.

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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.

Ohio State-Indiana Rematch Set for Fox Noon KickoffSports — Oct 5, 2026Ohio State’s Big Ten Championship rematch at Indiana is set for noon ET next week on Fox’s Big Noon Kickoff. The matchup reunites the programs after Indiana beat Ohio State in last year’s title game.

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Michigan Teams Prepare for Hockey Openers, Swim MeetsSports — Oct 7, 2026No. 3 Michigan State opens its season at home against Northern Michigan, hosting the Wildcats Friday and Sunday as it pursues a third consecutive Big Ten title. Western Michigan also begins its season at home, facing Ferris State in the Broncos’ final season at Lawson Arena before moving to a new downtown venue next year.

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Furyk Hopes Reed Makes Ryder Cup Team — Oct 6, 2026U.S. Ryder Cup captain Jim Furyk says Patrick Reed could make next year’s team if he ranks among the 12 best Americans, despite Reed’s criticism of Furyk’s decisions during the 2018 matches. Reed is positioned for a PGA Tour return after leaving LIV Golf and currently leads the DP World Tour points standings.

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Blazers Reportedly Unlikely to Extend Scoot Henderson — Oct 5, 2026The Trail Blazers are reportedly unlikely to extend Scoot Henderson before the season, despite viewing the 22-year-old guard as a potential part of their future; they want him to prove his value after injuries and uneven production. With a crowded backcourt and rival teams showing interest, Henderson is expected to get another chance in Portland before potentially becoming a restricted free agent next summer.

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

Saudi Arabia eyes cancellation of 2027 Joy Awards amid budget pressures — Oct 4, 2026Saudi Arabia is set to cancel next year’s Joy Awards as budget cuts and the Iran war prompt the kingdom to reassess spending on entertainment and other high-profile projects. The move follows delays or cutbacks to events and developments tied to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s Vision 2030 ambitions.

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Goldman Sachs Weighs Waldron as Next CEO — Sep 28, 2026Goldman Sachs' board has discussed elevating COO John Waldron to CEO in late 2027 or 2028, with David Solomon likely moving to executive chairman for one to two years.

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Tom Gallagher Planning this far ahead shows the board is thinking long term instead of rushing a change.

JPMorgan names O’Donovan next HR chiefFinance — Sep 29, 2026JPMorgan Chase named 30-year company veteran Mark O’Donovan, currently its international consumer banking chief, as its next global head of human resources, succeeding retiring Robin Leopold in January 2027. The operational leader will join the bank’s operating committee as it manages AI-driven workforce changes; Daniel Llano Manibardo will take over O’Donovan’s current role.

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Renault plans over €10 billion France investment for EV expansion — Oct 3, 2026Renault plans to invest more than €10 billion in France over the next five years to expand electric-vehicle production and develop more affordable cars, provided political and social conditions remain supportive. The company says the investment will build on recent factory modernization and expects French production to rise at least 25% by 2026.

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Theranos Founder to Move to Halfway House in ‘27 — Sep 24, 2026Elizabeth Holmes was to spend 11 years in prison for defrauding investors out of hundreds of millions of dollars. But she will be moved to halfway house next year. Holmes, founde… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Tom Gallagher White collar fraud like this usually gets light treatment but this timeline still looks generous compared to other cases.

Counties confront rising property tax concernsFinance — Oct 5, 2026Local governments and homeowners face mounting property-tax pressures from rising property assessments, constrained tax caps, and budget needs: Suffolk County town leaders want New York to revisit its 2% cap, while officials in Kenosha and Cook County have proposed or signaled higher taxes. In Hocking County, rising home values are a key driver of larger bills, and Washington County residents have been warned of possible sharp increases next year; Cook County’s proposed budget cuts drew criticism that future tax hikes may still be needed.

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Luxury Brands Seek Runway Boost Amid Slowdown — Sep 22, 2026LVMH shares are down 37% since the start of 2026 as brands enter Fashion Weeks; Diego della Valle says this year and next will likely be a holding period.

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Sam Okafor LVMH's 37 percent drop makes sense with people cutting back on high-end spending lately.

STAAR Surgical Shares Rise After $50 Million Buyback Authorization — Sep 24, 2026STAAR Surgical authorized a share-repurchase program of up to $50 million over the next 12 months, citing confidence in its business progress and strong cash position. The announcement lifted the stock, which had been under pressure this year.

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NATO Envoy Faults Czech Defense Spending as Babiš Targets 2% GDP — Sep 18, 2026U.S. NATO envoy Whitaker said Czechia is trending toward the bottom of the alliance on defense spending; Babiš pledged 2% of GDP next year after roughly 1.7%–1.8% this year.

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Marcus Bell Babiš waited too long to hit 2 percent when the alliance standard has been clear for years.