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22-Nation Tree Climbing Championship Marks 50th Year — 4dNearly 100 arborists from 22 countries marked the 50th International Tree Climbing Championship in St. Louis Tower Grove Park, returning to the city of the 1976 original.

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America’s Housing Market Shows Cracks As Foreclosures Rise And Buyers RetreatFinance — 1dAmerica's housing market was showing growing signs of distress as home sales plunged toward decade-old lows, foreclosures climbed and soaring mortgage rates squeezed buyers and homeowners alike.

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DFW Named the Most Stressful US Airport as Delays Continue to ClimbBusiness — 6dTravelers flying through some of the busiest airports in the country may face more frustration than those flying through less busy airports, according to a new analysis that ranked… — by Andrew Powell

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Water Rates Rose 62 Percent Over Decade Advocacy Group Reports — Oct 6, 2026Americans are drowning in water bills as the cost of one thing they cannot live without continues to climb.

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Dollar climbs to 18-month high amid Middle East and Ukraine attacksWorld — 2dThe dollar held near an 18-month high as escalating attacks on energy infrastructure in the Middle East and Ukraine pushed oil prices higher and fueled safe-haven demand. Investors also awaited U.S. inflation data and signals on Federal Reserve policy; most Asian currencies were little changed, while the rupee strengthened after India’s central bank moved to curb dollar demand.

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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.

Google Vows To Cover Full Cost Of Boosting Three States’ Nuclear Plants To Power Its AI GrowthTech — 6dGoogle will pay to upgrade 11 nuclear reactors across three states — adding as much power as a new large reactor — as data center demand climbs.

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Moonshot Eyes Hong Kong IPO at $50B Valuation — Oct 6, 2026Moonshot AI’s annual recurring revenue climbed from $300 million in June to about $1 billion as it eyes a Hong Kong IPO after a $50 billion valuation.

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Sam Okafor Moonshot's $50B valuation looks risky with China's AI rules tightening, might be better to wait for clearer signals.

Indian Startup Investments Surge 82% to $1.87 BillionLifestyle — 4dIndian startup investment climbed nearly 82% in September to $1.87 billion, with deal volume nearly unchanged and AI firm Brahma AI joining the unicorn ranks. Arts coverage highlighted the Met’s exhibition on Lee Krasner and Jackson Pollock, alongside reviews of books about Hollywood’s The Women and Irish writer John McGahern.

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Family Attractions Span Four States, Spooky Empire PlannedLifestyle — 6dThe articles spotlight family attractions across the Midwest and Arkansas, from indoor arcades and climbing adventures to a longstanding children’s amusement park. Separately, Orlando’s Spooky Empire horror convention is running this weekend, featuring panels tied to major Halloween festivals.

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Tsitsipas Advances, Hurkacz Faces Djokovic Next — 6dStefanos Tsitsipas beat Kimmer Coppejans 6-3, 7-5 to reach the Shanghai Masters second round, continuing his climb back up the rankings. He will face 18th seed Luciano Darderi next; Hubert Hurkacz also advanced, while Jannik Sinner withdrew with a right knee injury.

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Swansea beat Norwich 3-0, climb to 13thSports — Oct 6, 2026Swansea City’s archive highlights memorable wins over Norwich, including a late Bashir Humphreys winner, a 3-0 victory featuring Jonathan de Guzman and Wayne Routledge, and a key promotion-campaign triumph. The other articles are unrelated.

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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.

New Jersey’s Ratepayer Watchdog Warns Lawmakers’ Energy Agency Plan Would ‘Almost Certainly’ Raise Utility Costs — Oct 6, 2026New Jersey lawmakers are weighing a new state energy agency as utility bills climb, but the state's ratepayer advocate says the legislation to create it does not explain how it would buy power or who would pay for it.

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Freelander 8 Tested Across 50 Global Road TypesAuto — 5dFreelander is preparing a global rollout of the Freelander 8 in plug-in hybrid, electric and extended-range electric versions, following extensive validation across more than 50 road types. The international model is being showcased at a Chery summit in China, with test drives highlighting its all-terrain systems, including claimed 70% grade climbing and 900-mm water-wading capability under specified conditions.

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LSU, UCLA, Oregon climb; Nebraska earns votes — Oct 4, 2026LSU rose to No. 10 after a 63-14 McNeese win with 100-plus plays and 700-plus yards; UCLA hit No. 22 and Oregon No. 13 after byes, Texas still No. 1.

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Nicole Hardy Nebraska earning votes is a good sign after their start but they need consistent wins to stay relevant.

Texans Fall 0-4, Reportedly Discuss Harrison Trade — 6dThe 0-4 Houston Texans are weighing a trade for Cardinals receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. as they look to bolster C.J. Stroud’s options; Stroud has played well amid the losing start, and Tank Dell could return in the coming weeks. Coach DeMeco Ryans says Houston must execute better to earn wins, while history suggests a difficult climb back into playoff contention.

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

Zoo Atlanta Sets Nov. 6 Panda Debut — Oct 6, 2026Zoo Atlanta will open its renovated Arthur M. Blank Panda Grove to the public on Nov. 6, introducing new giant pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang. The $6 million renovation adds expanded habitats, climbing structures, pools and water features, with the upgrades intended to support panda wellbeing and visitor experiences.

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World Shares Advance as Oil Prices EaseFinance — Oct 5, 2026Global 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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Middle-Aged Chair-Stand Failure More Than Doubles Mortality RiskHealth — Oct 7, 2026Simple at-home checks—including standing from a chair five times, balancing on one leg, walking speed and stair climbing—can offer clues about strength, balance and cardiovascular fitness as people age. Research links poor performance, especially difficulty completing chair stands in middle age, with higher health risks, but the tests are indicators rather than a verdict; consult a clinician about concerns and build fitness gradually.

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‘Tenzing’ Retells Sherpa’s 1953 Everest Ascent — Oct 5, 2026The new film “Tenzing” puts Sherpa mountaineer Tenzing Norgay at the center of the 1953 Everest climb, highlighting his expertise, life and equal partnership with Edmund Hillary after his contribution was often marginalized. Directed by Jennifer Peedom and made with input from Norgay’s family and Sherpa communities, the biopic aims to broaden how the historic ascent is remembered.

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Moody’s Tops 2027 RiskTech100, Nasdaq Ranks Second — Sep 24, 2026Nasdaq climbed from fifth to second in Chartis RiskTech100 2027 with 14 category awards, up from five, after more than 900 vendors were evaluated.

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Maya Lindstrom Moody's five-year streak at the top shows how hard it is for others to match their risk tech depth.

France Rates Hit 2002 High, Swiss Inflation Climbs — Sep 30, 2026French borrowing costs have surged amid political uncertainty, while producer prices rose more than expected, adding to concerns about economic pressures. Swiss inflation also reached a two-year high in September, driven by oil prices and a weaker franc, though it remained modest compared with the wider euro area.

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Priya Raman Those rising French producer prices on top of the rates surge point to more cost pressure for households ahead.

UK Mortgage Rates Climb, Borrowers Weigh OptionsFinance — Sep 30, 2026As mortgage rates rise, homeowners are weighing refinancing, paying off loans or investing spare savings, while tools can help compare deals and avoid higher variable rates. In Ireland, the Mortgage to Rent scheme offers some borrowers in arrears a way to remain in their homes as tenants, though rising property values may make some ineligible; one borrower’s complaint about Better.com also underscores the importance of understanding fees and credit checks before applying.

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Newsom signs $7.5 billion research bondWorld — Sep 30, 2026A news roundup highlights varied stories, including California Gov. Gavin Newsom signing a research bond measure after climbing the Golden Gate Bridge and a judge ruling that a former Olympic canoeist cannot be recharged over damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The Associated Press also presents a selection of recent images spanning a White House state dinner, the Asian Games, a renters’ protest in Madrid and a soccer match in Guatemala.

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Japan posts record exports yet wider trade deficit for fourth month — Sep 16, 2026Japan's August exports hit a record ¥10.05 trillion, up 19.3%, yet the trade deficit widened to ¥1.106 trillion for a fourth month as oil costs climbed.

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Maya Lindstrom The weak yen boosts export numbers on paper but can't offset those surging energy import costs from oil spikes.