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Trump Says Greenland Plans Massive Resource Exploration — 17hOn Oct. 14, 2026, Trump posted that massive oil, gas and mineral exploration is ready to begin in Greenland, saying any future U.S. attack would have to come across the island.

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Rachel Meyers This resource push lines up with the new U.S. military access deal and could help secure the region.

Rhode Island Poll Shows Foulkes Leading Block by 9 Points — 1dA new Rhode Island poll shows Democrat Helena Foulkes leading independent Ken Block 44% to 35% in the governor’s race, a sharp narrowing from her 24-point August advantage; Republican Aaron Guckian has 10% and has rejected calls to leave the race. The lieutenant governor contest is essentially tied, with Republican John Loughlin at 45% and incumbent Democrat Sabina Matos at 44%.

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Nicole Hardy Guckian staying in at 10 percent is splitting votes and hurting the overall Republican chances.

The Revolutionary Battle of Valcour Island — 3d

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Man Dies After Ejection at Six Flags Over GeorgiaBusiness — 1dAfter a fatal roller-coaster incident at Six Flags Over Georgia that also injured several people, Six Flags temporarily closed similar rides at parks across its network, including Kings Island’s Orion and Diamondback and Canada’s Wonderland’s Leviathan and Behemoth. Officials have not provided a reopening timeline, and authorities are investigating the Georgia incident.

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Rhode Island Grower Sets Uncertified Pumpkin RecordLifestyle — 3dRhode Island grower Ron Wallace presented a 3,156-pound pumpkin at a Warren weigh-off, potentially setting a world record and becoming the first recorded pumpkin to top 3,000 pounds. Guinness has not yet formally certified its weight.

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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.

Canucks Seek Sixth UBS Arena Win Against Islanders — 1dThe Islanders have a chance to close their homestand with a win against a Vancouver team on a four-game losing streak that has allowed an NHL-high 35 goals and struggled on the penalty kill; New York has scored a power-play goal in four straight games. The Canucks have still scored 24 goals and are unbeaten in five visits to UBS Arena, while the matchup also reunites former Vancouver captain Bo Horvat with his old team.

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Marcus Bell Horvat back facing his old club adds some intrigue but the Canucks track record at this arena still gives them the edge.

Argentina asks tribunal to halt Falklands oil projectWorld — 1dArgentina on Oct. 13 asked ITLOS to halt Sea Lion oil near the Falklands. The UK rejects the bid, citing islanders' rights and UNCLOS compliance after the 1833-1982 sovereignty fight.

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Sam Okafor Argentina needs to accept the tribunal ruling instead of repeatedly blocking development that benefits the islanders economically.

Trump links Greenland oil push to U.S. defense pact — 9hWeeks 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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Islanders Beat Blackhawks 4-1 — 6dChicago visits the Islanders looking for a second straight win after beating St. Louis, while New York seeks to rebound from a loss to the Rangers. The Islanders will be without defenseman Alexander Romanov for six to eight months after he tore his ACL, with Scott Mayfield expected to return to the lineup.

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Three-Game-Streak Lightning Set to Face Islanders — 5dThe Islanders host the surging Lightning after both teams won Thursday, with Tampa Bay seeking a fourth straight victory. Bo Horvat’s availability is a key question after he took a head check against Chicago; Ilya Sorokin and Andrei Vasilevskiy are expected to start in goal.

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Police Blotters Detail Arrests, Fatal Work AccidentWorld — Oct 6, 2026Police blotters from Long Island, Connecticut and Warren, Ohio, reported a landscaper’s fatal electrocution and a pedestrian critically injured in separate Long Island incidents, along with arrests and charges ranging from DUI and assault to theft, burglary and drug possession. The charges are allegations, and those arrested are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

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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.

Diesel Price Surge Raises Costs Beyond FuelFinance — 5dRising diesel prices, driven by supply disruptions and constrained refining capacity, are increasing costs for transport, food and other essentials—from highly diesel-dependent Pacific islands to households in South Africa and the United States. Tax relief may ease some U.S. pump costs, but experts warn that supply pressures and the pass-through of fuel costs could keep affecting consumers even as governments and island nations pursue longer-term energy changes.

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Charleston Plans Stricter Traffic Reviews for Johns IslandPolitics — Oct 6, 2026Charleston is drafting an ordinance that would require developers to assess how projects affect the surrounding road network—not just their entrances and exits—before approval, as Johns Island grapples with growth and congestion. The city and county are also pursuing major road improvements, including widening Maybank Highway and upgrading the U.S. 17–Main Road interchange.

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Rochester Chamber Backs Planned Pine Island Data CenterTech — Oct 6, 2026The Rochester Area Chamber of Commerce backed Project Skyway, a proposed Google data center in Pine Island, citing expected jobs, infrastructure and school funding, and substantial new tax revenue. The project has drawn opposition over potential costs and environmental effects, and one report says legal challenges have paused development.

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Four NHL Games Scheduled for TuesdaySports — 1dTuesday’s NHL slate includes the Hurricanes hosting the Capitals at 6:45 p.m. ET, the Blue Jackets hosting the Panthers at 6:15 p.m., and the Islanders hosting the Canucks at 7:45 p.m.; all three games stream on ESPN+. The Avalanche visit the Stars at 8:30 p.m. ET on ESPN, with Dallas forward Wyatt Johnston entering the matchup with four assists and no goals this season.

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

Florida Adventures Span Wildlife, Springs, CoastTravel — 4dFlorida travel offers a mix of nature and adventure, from wildlife drives at Merritt Island and swamp-buggy excursions in Big Cypress to freshwater springs, small-boat camping and a road trip along the Treasure Coast. Together, these destinations showcase the state’s varied landscapes and outdoor experiences beyond its theme parks.

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Golf tournaments draw players across communitiesSports — 4dAn Idaho resort course draws golfers to its movable floating island green, reached by boat. Elsewhere, golf events included a veterans’ competition in Australia, a WMUR employee classic and a Lake Guntersville Chamber fundraiser, while Arizona nonprofit Valleylife announced its upcoming annual charity tournament.

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US Condemns Chinese Vessel Activity East of TaiwanWorld — 4dThe U.S. called China’s growing maritime activity east of Taiwan deeply destabilizing and urged Beijing to stop pressuring the island and pursue dialogue. Taiwan fears the coast guard, research and suspected militia operations could help rehearse a blockade, though the vessels involved were reported outside Taiwan’s restricted waters.

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Motorcycle Crashes Kill Four, Injure Rhode Island RiderAuto — 6dA motorcyclist was killed on his birthday when a Toyota Camry turning left struck him on West Montgomery Road in north Houston, ejecting him from the motorcycle. Police are investigating the crash and whether the car’s driver was impaired; reports differ on the rider’s age and the driver’s condition, and fault has not been determined.

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Iranian Media Link Qeshm Sounds to Warning ShotsWorld — Sep 28, 2026Iranian media reported loud sounds from the sea near Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, describing them as likely warning shots at vessels. No strikes or explosions on the island were reported.

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Southern Cross Diocese Expected to Reach 12 ChurchesGood News — 6dAustralia’s conservative Diocese of the Southern Cross is expanding to about 12 churches, while Rhode Island Catholic coverage highlights disability ministry, Dominican-led faith renewal and rising newspaper costs prompting subscription changes. A letter about St. Peter’s Church also calls attention to its history of racial segregation and plans for atonement.

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Ten States Publish October 6 Lottery ResultsLifestyle — Oct 7, 2026Lottery results pages for Oct. 6, 2026, covered games in Rhode Island, Delaware, Massachusetts, Minnesota and Florida. The articles also outlined state-specific drawing schedules and prize-claim rules, including Delaware’s allowance for winners to remain anonymous.

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Islanders Sign Logan Stanley to $1.5M Deal — Sep 27, 2026Islanders signed 6-foot-7 defenseman Logan Stanley to a one-year, $1.5 million deal Sunday; he joined practice after career-high 9 goals and 26 points.

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Chris Dalton Stanley adds real size on the back end but 1.5 million feels steep for a depth guy coming off a split season.

Youth tobacco use falls in Louisiana and Oregon as regions tighten vaping rulesHealth — 6dTobacco-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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