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College Football Rankings and Weekday PicksSports — Oct 7, 2026Nebraska 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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Assisi marks 800th anniversary of Francis’ deathLifestyle — 4dIvy Salon & Gallery won its first Best of Butler County award as it marked 10 years in Hamilton. In separate Catholic community news, Bishop Emilio E. Biosca visited Diocese of Venice schools, while Assisi marked the 800th anniversary of St. Francis’ death with a yearlong jubilee culminating in feast-day celebrations.

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Fulton Sheen Beatification Set for Sept. 24Good News — Sep 14, 2026Fulton J. Sheen’s beatification in St. Louis on Sept. 24 is framed as the culmination of a lifetime of priestly service, scholarly achievement, and a steadfast daily Holy Hour that underpinned his teaching and public impact; observers credit his influence on American Catholic life, including his TV ministry and writings, while supporters emphasize his heroic virtue and enduring spiritual legacy.

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Inter Miami’s Nu Stadium Selected for 2027 Women’s Champions Cup Final Round — Sep 20, 2026Miami’s Nu Stadium will host the final phase of the FIFA Women’s Champions Cup 2027, featuring Barcelona and Club América with the remaining two slots determined through a continental qualifying path culminating in a four-team knockout in late January. Separately, UEFA announced the 2027 UEFA Women’s Champions League final will be staged at Warsaw’s National Stadium under a revamped 18-team single-league format, along with the launch of a second competition, the UEFA Women’s Europa Cup, marking Poland’s first time hosting the women’s club final.

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Nicole Hardy Warsaw landing the 2027 final under the new format is a solid step for Poland and the added Europa Cup gives more clubs a shot.

Mbappé Targets 2026 Ballon d’Or for Madrid — Sep 18, 2026Mbappé says the Ballon d’Or should return to Real Madrid and stresses that winning individual honours is secondary to helping the club win titles, while underscoring Madrid as his preferred home; he also revealed a decade-long relationship with Florentino Pérez that culminated in his 2024 move to the Bernabéu. He has floated signing Madrid icons Cristiano Ronaldo, Zinedine Zidane, and Ronaldo Nazário, reaffirmed his focus on Real Madrid’s success, and highlighted Pérez’s role in shaping his transfer, as he eyes the 2026 Ballon d’Or.

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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.

United Therapeutics and Denali Outline Pipeline Shifts at Morgan Stanley Conference — Sep 14, 2026Biotech firms Crescent Biopharma, Denali Therapeutics, Kyverna Therapeutics, and United Therapeutics outlined forthcoming data, new indications, and expansive commercial strategies at the Morgan Stanley Global Healthcare Conference, signaling a push into pulmonary fibrosis, CNS, and other large patient populations. Denali highlighted its Avlayah Transport Vehicle platform and CNS programs, while United Therapeutics outlined a four‑product strategy for IPF/PPF and planned NDA activities, underscoring continued innovation and manufacturing expansion across the sector.

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Nicole Hardy Shifting focus to larger populations like pulmonary fibrosis makes sense for growth but competition will be fierce.

Kosovo Parliament Approves Kurti’s Fourth Government — Sep 13, 2026Kosovo's Parliament formally completed the formation of its institutions and approved Albin Kurti as prime minister for a new term, despite boycotts from some parties. The nomination and formation process—led by VV and Acting President Haxhiu—culminated in Kurti's reappointment after the June 2026 elections to address ongoing institutional crises and advance European integration.

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Jared Kim Continuity under Kurti is fine if it tackles the institutional problems without more gridlock.

Yamal Matches Messi Benchmark in Barcelona Win — Sep 12, 2026Lamine Yamal continued his breakout run with another brace against Levante, taking his six-match goal tally to six and matching a historic Messi-level feat by becoming the second player in the 21st century to notch three braces in Barcelona’s first five La Liga matches. The young forward’s influence is mirrored by his ongoing Champions League contributions and his record-breaking rise culminates in him also becoming Barcelona’s youngest captain as discussions around his leadership role intensify.

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Tom Gallagher Yamal's pace at matching Messi's early brace record while captaining at 17 is the real story here.

NFL Matchups Listed Across Five Games — Sep 9, 2026The NFL remains the wealthiest U.S. pro sports league, valued at $228 billion with an average franchise value of about $7.13 billion, per Sportico. The league’s 32 teams vie in two conferences with a 17-game schedule, culminating in the Super Bowl, which drew 124.9 million viewers for Super Bowl LX in February 2026, down slightly from last year’s 127.7 million.

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Report Puts Volkswagen Restructuring Cost at €16 Billion — Sep 10, 2026Volkswagen’s restructuring is poised to cost about €16 billion ($18.6 billion), covering job cuts worldwide and possible plant closures or model phase-outs at four German facilities as part of its largest-ever overhaul. The plan targets up to 60,000 further jobs worldwide and throttling back production at Emden, Zwickau, Neckarsulm, and Hanover to sharpen efficiency amid fierce competition from China, tariffs, and overcapacity.

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Elena Vasquez Closing or scaling back four German plants shows how serious the overcapacity problem has become for the whole industry.

Pulmonx Insiders Sell 78,340 Shares — Sep 3, 2026Pulmonx insiders across multiple roles—CEO Glendon French III, General Counsel David Lehman, Chief Commercial Officer Rose Geoffrey Beran, Chief Science & Technology Officer Radhakrishnan Srikanth, and a prior insider Geoffrey Rose—each sold sizable portions of LUNG stock on September 1, 2026 around $2.26 per share, trimming their holdings but leaving them with substantial positions and pointing to tax-withholding-driven transactions disclosed in SEC filings. The sales followed a period of solid quarterly results and a generally favorable analyst sentiment surrounding Pulmonx, with a mid-$2 price and upside targets noted by analysts.

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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.

Uganda's youngest king returns home for burial amid succession dispute — Sep 4, 2026The body of King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV, the Guinness-listed world’s youngest reigning monarch, has been returned to Uganda and placed in state ahead of a nine-day mourning culminating in a burial on September 12, with President Museveni and other officials attending the airport ceremony. A public dispute over succession and a reported heir has emerged among royal clan leaders, amid the Tooro Kingdom’s rites and ongoing tributes from lawmakers and the public.

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Palou becomes youngest driver to reach five IndyCar titles — Aug 30, 2026Alex Palou clinched his fifth IndyCar Series championship in six seasons at Milwaukee, securing a place among the sport’s elite by becoming the fastest driver to five titles, the youngest to reach five, and the first to win four straight since Bourdais, while moving to third on the all-time titles list; the season culminates with a potential Laguna Seca finale ahead of the next challenge. The milestone reflects a dominant, record-setting run across a doubleheader weekend that showcased Palou’s consistency across road, street, and oval tracks.

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Saint Fanourios Feast Draws Greeks, Rhodes PilgrimsLifestyle — Aug 27, 2026Thousands of pilgrims near Athens flock to the Church of St. Fanourios to bake and bless orange-flavored Fanouropites, seeking help in finding lost items or gaining emotional solace, with personal petitions kept private. The tradition centers on Saint Fanourios, known as The Revealer, as worshippers share the cakes after prayers and priests bless them during the feast that culminates in a private, inward moment for many believers.

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National Schwarcz Healthcare Sciences Scholarship Opens ApplicationsHealth — Aug 28, 2026The Dr. Ricardo Schwarcz Scholarship for Healthcare Sciences is opening a nationwide opportunity for undergraduate students to pursue healthcare careers by submitting an original essay (up to 1,000 words) that reflects on Dr. Schwarcz’s expertise in critical care, pulmonary diseases, neurocritical care, and sleep medicine, with emphasis on patient care and future medical innovation. The program evaluates applicants across medical paths such as medical school, nursing, or allied health fields based on academic direction and commitment to healthcare, aiming to foster a sustained contribution to the evolving landscape of medicine.

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

IV Fluids Recalled Nationwide Over Particulate ContaminationHealth — Aug 27, 2026Baxter International has issued recalls for multiple intravenous solutions after inspectors found fiberglass and steel particulate contamination in Viaflex bags, affecting several lots (including Y495523, Y495523A, and Y4950663) distributed to hospitals and home-care patients nationwide. The FDA warns that particulate matter could cause life-threatening complications such as pulmonary embolism, organ damage, vein irritation, and severe reactions, and facilities should stop using the recalled products and return them.

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THMA Plans 24 Fall 2026 Healthcare Conferences NationwideHealth — Aug 28, 2026The Health Management Academy announced its Fall 2026 lineup of 24 Forums, Circles, and Collaboratives across U.S. cities from September 14 to December 4, continuing its executive-convening, retreat-style format with a single C-suite participant and limited Industry Members, and adding two new programs: Market CFO Forum and Neurosciences Forum in Irving, Texas will culminate with December sessions, while the season opens with a CEO Forum in Boston.

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California Amazon Price-Fixing Case Sees Setback — Aug 27, 2026San Francisco Superior Court Judge Ethan Schulman tentatively denied California Attorney General Rob Bonta’s bid for a preliminary injunction against Amazon, keeping the broader antitrust case alive as the trial proceeds. With the main trial targeted for 2027, the ruling provides Amazon procedural relief while state authorities continue to pursue claims that the company pressured brands to raise prices.

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PGA Tour Unveils Two-Track Postseason Playoffs — Aug 25, 2026The PGA Tour is restructuring its postseason for 2028 into a two-track system: a season-ending Championship Series Finale (a 72-hole stroke-play event for the top 90) followed by a two-week, match-play Tour Championship held at rotating venues, beginning with a World Cup–style group stage and culminating in a four-round knockout to crown the champion. The change marks the first use of match play in the Tour Championship since 2023 and introduces rotating hosts, with the tour seeking multiple sponsors to support the new format.

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Kikuchi Rejoins Angels Rotation vs Rangers — Aug 23, 2026The Angels reinstated left-hander Yusei Kikuchi from the 60-day injured list to start against the Texas Rangers, after a rehab stint that yielded a 15.63 ERA in four minor-league outings and seven major-league starts prior to the IL. To clear roster space for Kikuchi, the club designated veteran Michael Fulmer for assignment, adding a veteran presence to a rotation that had been fueled by younger pitchers but will be watched closely as Kikuchi’s return from shoulder inflammation unfolds.

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Colombia Quake Triggers State of Emergency — Aug 7, 2026From Kumamoto to the Andes, a sequence of earthquakes disrupted communities: Kumamoto saw hot, sulfur-smelling water flooding an izakaya after a July quake, while Argentina’s Jujuy and Mendoza regions reported moderate tremors with little to no damage. In Peru’s Junín region, a series of quakes culminated in a 4.4 event with injuries and a later 5.0 that injured four and prompted emergency medical responses and preparedness guidance.

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Azzi Fudd Wins 2026 All-Star 3-Point Contest — Jul 23, 2026The 2026 AT&T WNBA All-Star Weekend in Chicago will feature four Shooting Stars teams representing Minnesota, Seattle, Washington and the Dallas/Dallas-era Detroit market, blending legends Elena Delle Donne, Lauren Jackson, Rebekkah Brunson and Deanna Nolan with current stars and Nike EYBL high school talent. The event, part of a Friday night doubleheader with a 3-point contest and culminates in a televised showcase at Wintrust Arena, will also highlight rising players like Jessica Shepard, Shakira Austin and Flau’jae Johnson and air on ESPN.

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Baseball Hall of Fame Welcomes Jeff Kent — Jul 25, 2026Jeff Kent has been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame alongside Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones, highlighting his standout stretch with the Giants and his time with the Astros, including MVP-caliber seasons. He described feeling overwhelmed yet welcomed by baseball legends at Cooperstown, reflecting on a journey that began with a truck bet in his youth and culminated in his place among the immortals.

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Jimmie Johnson Receives Hollywood Walk of Fame Star — Jul 24, 2026Jimmie Johnson, seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion and co-owner of Legacy Motor Club, has become the first motorsports athlete to receive a star in Hollywood's Walk of Fame in the sports entertainment category, reflecting his on-track success and broad influence in broadcasting, business, and philanthropy. He announced the honor on social media and is slated for a culminating chapter in his Cup Series career in the coming seasons.

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