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Haaland Urges Unity After City Guilty Verdict — 6dErling Haaland urged Manchester City players and fans to stay united and positive after an independent commission found the club guilty of nearly all charges in the Premier League’s financial case. City have appealed the verdict and face Liverpool at Anfield in their first match since it was announced.

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Oxford United Withdraws ‘United 93’ Range, Apologizes — Sep 18, 2026Oxford United withdrew 'United 93' jerseys matching the call sign of the 9/11 Flight 93 crash that killed 44; the club apologized Sept. 18, 2026.

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Chris Dalton They clearly need tighter checks on new products before anything goes on sale.

Texas Fugitive Unit Reports 18,291 Arrests — Oct 6, 2026Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton says the Fugitive Apprehension Unit has made more than 18,000 arrests and recovered 186 missing or endangered children. His office also reported arrests and convictions by its child-exploitation and human-trafficking units, including 373 trafficking arrests and 126 convictions.

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Iowa Medicaid Fraud Unit Reports 37 Convictions at Lowest National Cost — Sep 24, 2026Iowa’s Medicaid fraud unit reported 37 convictions and $3.9 million in recoveries, posting strong results despite being among the nation’s smallest units. As a state task force develops recommendations due in October, officials and a former agency director say more proactive enforcement, coordination and potentially increased staffing and funding could strengthen fraud prevention.

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Charlotte FC Beats D.C. United 1-0 — Sep 18, 2026Charlotte FC's Ashley Westwood, back from suspension, delivered a spectacular goal as the teams clash at Audi Field, with Charlotte riding momentum toward a top-four push while DC United vie to stay in playoff contention. The match is streamed exclusively on Apple TV, with Charlotte and DC United both set up in 4-3-3 formations under Dean Smith and René Weiler respectively, and Westwood’s return highlighted as a key factor.

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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.

Sesko Missing From Manchester United Squad Against Fulham — Sep 19, 2026Benjamin Sesko did not travel or was left out of Manchester United’s squad for the Fulham game due to a shin injury or fitness doubts, leaving Matheus Cunha to lead the line if he remains unavailable. United have rotated selections with Luke Shaw returning, Baleba potentially making his debut, and ongoing questions about Carrick’s striking options as they chase a win.

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Marcus Bell Shaw returning is a positive but the striking options still look thin, Carrick has to find a better solution fast.

Brighton Beats Manchester United After 2-0 Comeback — Sep 16, 2026Manchester United were eliminated from the Carabao Cup after a 3-2 defeat to Brighton, surrendering an early 2-0 lead as the Seagulls staged a dramatic comeback with goals before and after the break. The defeat, following a turbulent week that included a derby setback, heightens scrutiny on Michael Carrick and United's early-season form.

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Sam Okafor United blew a two goal lead far too easily, the defense looked lost after the break and Carrick has real work ahead.

Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland open 31-unit Houston housing for homeless — 1dBeyoncé, Kelly Rowland and Tina Knowles celebrated the opening of the Knowles-Rowland House in Houston, converting the former Knowles-Rowland Center for Youth into 31 permanent supportive housing units for people experiencing chronic homelessness. The development includes accessible apartments and connects residents with services such as counseling, treatment and case management.

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Sam Okafor Houston needs more projects like this that focus on permanent housing instead of temporary shelters.

Martínez Criticizes Manchester United Leadership After Defeat — 1dMartínez names technical director Jason Wilcox after United's 2-0 loss to Atlético; Yoro sent off in the 74th minute.

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Elena Vasquez Carrick gets left holding the bag when the real issue is upstairs not signing the right reinforcements.

Career fairs in Ireland, Bangladesh and US draw nearly 160 employersBusiness — 2dCareer and job fairs in Ireland, the United States, Bangladesh and the United Kingdom are bringing employers and job seekers together, with events offering opportunities across industries and, in some cases, access to career advice, training and other support. Organizers say the fairs help people explore openings and connect directly with employers while supporting regional workforce needs.

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AT&T agrees to sell Mexico unit for $2B — 1d$2 billion: AT&T sells Mexico wireless unit with 24.7 million subscribers to Televisa and Fintech in a 50-50 deal set for 2027.

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Marcus Bell AT&T exiting Mexico lets them double down on US networks where it counts most.

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.

U.S. Envoys Meet Ukrainian Officials in Miami — Oct 5, 2026Zelenskyy said Ukraine is ready for proposed technical-level talks with the United States and Russia, but Washington must prepare and Moscow must agree to participate; he and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk also agreed to meet in person and discussed protecting Ukraine’s power grid ahead of winter. Separately, Ukrainian negotiators are due in the United States for talks, with Zelenskyy urging President Trump to increase pressure on Russia.

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Inter Miami Beats D.C. United 4-0 — 6dInter Miami hosts D.C. United on Oct. 10, with Lionel Messi back on club duty as Miami looks to snap a five-game league winless streak and strengthen its playoff position. D.C., 11th in the East, needs points to keep its postseason hopes alive; the match streams on Apple TV.

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Nevada Approves $38 Million for 891 Housing UnitsPolitics — 2dNevada approved about $38 million for 10 housing projects expected to support 891 homes and rental units statewide, including 454 homes for sale and 437 apartments. The funding comes from a state housing account backed by a $133 million appropriation, with applications seeking more than three times the initially available funds.

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Sheffield United Beat Lincoln City 3-0 — 5dSheffield United host Lincoln City at Bramall Lane as the Championship resumes after the international break, with the Blades seeking to halt a run of recent defeats. Lincoln arrive encouraged by strong away form, including consecutive 1-0 road wins, though the reports differ on the teams’ recent league positions and Lincoln’s manager.

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Atlanta United, FC Cincinnati set for playoff-push match — 6dAtlanta United and FC Cincinnati meet in a pivotal late-season match as both seek points to stay in the Eastern Conference playoff chase. Cincinnati hopes its work during the international break can address persistent defensive problems, while Atlanta looks to capitalize on its home field against a team that has struggled to keep goals out.

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Unitas Award names 15 quarterback semifinalists — 6dWashington quarterback Williams and Texas’ Arch Manning were named among the top 15 contenders for the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award, which recognizes upperclassmen for excellence on and off the field. Georgia’s Gunner Stockton and Notre Dame’s CJ Carr were also named semifinalists.

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Honolulu approves Ala Moana hotel-housing towersBusiness — Oct 7, 2026Honolulu’s City Council unanimously approved a conceptual plan for 1588 Ala Moana, clearing a key hurdle for a project with a 400-foot hotel, market-rate residences and 69 affordable rentals, but construction still requires further permits. Hotel workers criticized the affordable-unit count, while supporters cited housing supply, jobs and public improvements; the plan also requires 38 additional affordable units elsewhere in the city.

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Firms plan industrial gas plants in Australia, MalaysiaBusiness — Oct 7, 2026Air Liquide plans a new air separation unit in New South Wales, Australia, expected to start operating in 2028 and expand local supplies of oxygen and nitrogen. Separately, Air Products will build and operate an LNG-based unit in Johor, Malaysia, targeting startup in early 2027; it will supply industrial gases to regional manufacturers while using LNG cold energy to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.

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Walker & Dunlop closes $630.6M refi across six statesFinance — Oct 5, 2026Walker & Dunlop arranged $630.6 million in Fannie Mae fixed-rate loans to refinance nine IMT Capital multifamily properties, totaling 3,528 units across six states. Separately, it secured $86.5 million in bridge financing for Chasen, a newly completed 352-unit community in Richmond, Virginia.

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Ex-PM Says Putin Knows Ukraine Invasion Was Mistake but Won’t Negotiate — Oct 3, 2026Former Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Kasyanov says Vladimir Putin recognizes his 2022 invasion of Ukraine was based on faulty assumptions but is unwilling to admit it or negotiate, encouraged by high oil prices and divisions between the United States and Europe. Kasyanov says fear and disagreement over how to end the war persist among Russian elites, and urges Western countries to stay united and provide Ukraine with Patriot interceptors.

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Dana Whitfield Western unity plus Patriot deliveries is the only pressure that might force Moscow to reconsider.

United Jewel offers moissanite watches as affordable diamond alternative — Oct 2, 2026United Jewel is promoting lab-grown moissanite watches as a durable, more affordable alternative to diamond-set timepieces. Separately, designer Benoît Mintiens describes Ressence’s user-centered approach to watchmaking, while Cartier will showcase historic and contemporary shaped watches at a Geneva exhibition October 7–10.

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Derek Foss Cartier's exhibition might be worth a visit just to compare those older shaped cases with what they make now.

Manchester United’s €120 Million Bale Bid Failed in 2013 — Sep 24, 2026André Villas-Boas says Manchester United made a late €120 million bid to sign Gareth Bale from Tottenham in 2013, but Bale was determined to join Real Madrid, and the offer failed to change his mind.

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Top-Ranked Whitecaps Host Struggling DC United — Sep 24, 2026Western Conference-leading Vancouver Whitecaps host struggling D.C. United at BC Place, with Vancouver heavily favored after a 3-0 win over Real Salt Lake while D.C. is winless in three. D.C. will be without leading scorers Tai Baribo and Louis Munteanu during the international window, a major setback against a Vancouver side with the West’s strongest attack and fewest goals conceded.

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