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Puerto Rican Boxing Legend Wilfredo Gómez Dies at 69 — 14hPuerto Rican boxing great Wilfredo “Bazooka” Gómez has died at 69 after being hospitalized with respiratory complications. A Hall of Famer and three-division world champion, he finished with 44 wins and 42 knockouts and was renowned for 17 consecutive title defenses by knockout.

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A white guy is volunteering to clean up all of the graffiti and filth on NYC mail boxes His comment section on TikTok:Politics — 2dMeme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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26 Cats Found Sealed in Birmingham Alley BoxesHealth — 4dTwenty-six cats and kittens were found in sealed boxes and carriers in a Birmingham alley, with some struggling to breathe and all underweight and heavily flea-infested. Two are receiving veterinary treatment while the others recover in RSPCA care; investigators are reviewing CCTV as the charity reports a sharp rise in mass cat rescues.

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Rihanna Says Vault Holds 170 Unreleased Songs — 2dRihanna suggested she has at least 170 unreleased songs, comparing her music vault to 17 boxes of Fenty Beauty products, but did not say whether the tracks are finished or when a new album will arrive. Her next album, known to fans as “R9,” has no release date, though her partner A$AP Rocky has said she is back in the studio.

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Jack in the Box disables San Diego anti-loitering sprinklersLifestyle — 6dJack in the Box disabled an anti-loitering system at its downtown San Diego restaurant after sprinklers soaked customers and passersby while a recording told people to leave or make a purchase. The company said the recording was unauthorized and the sprinklers were part of a cleaning system; customers and homeless advocates are calling for an apology and greater corporate accountability.

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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.

İzmir Mayor Joins AKP, Shifting Mayoral Control — 4dIzmir Mayor Cemil Tugay joined Erdoğan’s AKP on Oct. 7, 2026, giving the ruling party the mayoralty of Turkey’s third-largest city, a seat it had never won at the ballot box.

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Billy Joel unveils massive box set for Turnstiles 50th anniversary — Sep 29, 2026

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Derek Foss I bought the original album years ago and this release might finally include the demos I have always wanted to hear.

Property Tax Deadlines Near Across CountiesFinance — 3dProperty-tax deadlines and payment rules vary by locality: Craighead and Baxter counties, Arkansas, require payment by Oct. 15 to avoid a 10% penalty and advise taxpayers to use drop boxes or ensure mailed payments are promptly postmarked. In Cabell County, West Virginia, delinquent taxes are due by Oct. 31, though the deadline to pay by check has passed; Bloomfield Township, Michigan, lists additional 2026 tax deadlines extending into 2027.

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Ortiz, Malignaggi Set Bare-Knuckle Fight — Oct 2, 2026Paulie Malignaggi and Victor Ortiz never got the chance to meet in the professional boxing ring, but now they will collide in the trigon on Dec. 5 in Los Angeles.

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Chris Dalton Fury against Ruiz bare knuckle would be worth paying for if the talks actually lead somewhere.

Archaeologists Remove Seven Coffins at North Dakota Governor’s ResidenceScience — 6dArchaeologists removed seven coffins containing human remains and an unidentified wooden box from grounds near North Dakota’s governor’s residence, the site of Bismarck’s first cemetery. Researchers will catalog the finds through early 2027, with reburial expected at a local cemetery; DNA testing is not planned.

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Tony Ferguson Retains Misfits Boxing Title With Second-Round TKO — Sep 27, 2026Tony Ferguson retained his Misfits Boxing title with a TKO of Mahmood Sebie at 0:42 of Round 2 in Miami on Sept. 27, 2026, moving to 3-0.

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Derek Foss McBroom's challenge sounds like the next logical step but Ferguson is on a roll here.

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.

NFL Rescinds Juszczyk’s $14,926 Celebration Fine — Oct 4, 2026The NFL rescinded San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk’s $14,926 fine after determining his touchdown celebration mimicked drinking a juice box, not a beer, as he had argued. The original penalty drew criticism, including claims of hypocrisy given the league’s beer sponsorships.

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Toll House Plans First Advent Calendar Since 1938Lifestyle — 6dNestlé Toll House is introducing its first 12-day Advent calendar, a house-shaped box with cookie dough and baking morsels, including new snowflake-shaped morsels and snowflake sugar-cookie dough. The $29.99 calendar will be sold online in limited releases on October 9, November 6 and December 4.

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How to lift a heavy box safelyLifestyle — Sep 26, 2026For anyone moving a full carton who wants a steady back and a clean set-down at the end.

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Marcus Bell The knee bend and keeping the load close really does keep your back from aching later on.

Central Asia wins 154 medals at Asian GamesSports — Oct 3, 2026The Nagoya Asian Games showcased standout performances, with Uzbekistan placing fifth on 70 medals, Kazakhstan finishing eighth with 84 and Tajikistan setting a national record with 16. India’s memorable moments included golds in women’s relay, boxing, shooting and hockey, while the 43-sport competition brought athletes from 45 countries and regions together.

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Soccer vs American FootballYourlist — VS BattleThe world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.

UPS secures exclusive TikTok Shop returns deal at 10,000 locations — Sep 29, 2026UPS won exclusive no-box TikTok Shop returns at nearly 10,000 Ulta, Staples, and UPS sites after U.S. retail returns hit about $850 billion in 2025.

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Dana Whitfield UPS landing the exclusive deal makes sense when returns are already costing retailers hundreds of billions each year.

Secret Service Drones Operate Near Trump’s Planned Port — Sep 23, 2026Secret Service already flies surveillance drones from four gray boxes on a Treasury building near the White House as Trump pushes a ballroom drone port.

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Marcus Bell Trump's ballroom drone port idea could help organize things better instead of relying on scattered setups.

Hartford Woman Charged in Husband’s Killing — Sep 24, 2026Christine Clark, 43, was charged with second-degree murder in the death of her husband, James, at their Hartford, New York, home. Court documents allege she attacked him with a box cutter and coffee mug and tried to clean up evidence; she is being held without bail as the investigation continues.

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Influencers from 14 countries draw Xinjiang routes from mystery boxes — Sep 17, 2026More than 20 Chinese and foreign influencers from 14 countries gathered in Tacheng, Xinjiang, for a seven-day autumn media tour themed 'A Tribute to the Land,' with routes chosen via mystery boxes and content creation spanning short videos, photo essays, and live streams. The event highlights Tacheng’s ethnic diversity and landscapes, featuring processional performances and immersive field experiences for audiences at home and abroad.

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Weekend Sports Results Span High School, BoxingSports — Sep 12, 2026Local education and crime updates: A Brooke County principal faces new wiretap charges with bond set at $200,000, and the Brooke High School contract was terminated following the hearing, while a Steubenville senior housing project was halted after human remains were found. In sports, BYU aims to adapt after Sione Moa's absence, while UFC and boxing events reported notable knockouts and sizeable live gates.

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US Counties Set Early Voting Dates, SitesPolitics — Sep 28, 2026Early voting options for the Nov. 3 elections vary by location: Ohio voting starts Oct. 6, Nevada County’s begins Oct. 5, Ascension Parish’s runs Oct. 20–27, and Tulsa County’s takes place Oct. 28–31; Chicago also opens two Loop voting sites. Officials are offering in-person and, in some areas, mail or drop-box options, with schedules and locations set by local election offices.

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Sports roundups span historic milestones, recent results — Sep 23, 2026Sports retrospectives highlight milestones across baseball, football, basketball, boxing and Formula 1, while recent coverage reports Eastern Washington’s 50-35 win over Northern Arizona and Linfield women’s soccer’s best start. Creighton volleyball was also picked as the unanimous favorite to win the BIG EAST.

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Five Classic Hits Endure Across Six Decades — Sep 24, 2026Retrospectives revisit enduring pop hits including the Association’s chart-topping “Cherish,” the Box Tops’ “The Letter,” Stealers Wheel’s “Stuck in the Middle with You,” and Joe Cocker’s celebrated version of “You Are So Beautiful.” They also trace the Beatles’ “Something” from George Harrison’s uncertain demo to a beloved song on Abbey Road, highlighting the varied stories and lasting appeal behind classic recordings.

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Spider-Man: Brand New Day Sets Domestic Box-Office Record — Sep 16, 2026Spider-Man: Brand New Day hit $936.77 million domestically after 47 days to pass Star Wars: The Force Awakens as Tom Rothman said yes to another film.

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Marcus Bell Tom Rothman approving another film right after this record feels like the right call given the numbers.