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Five Leveraged Direxion ETFs Announce Dividends — Sep 21, 2026Several Direxion daily ETFs announced quarterly dividends around September 21–22, 2026, with BRKU paying 0.1143 per share for a 2.0% yield, PALD at 0.1008 per share for about 4.1%, and GOOGL Bear 1X at 0.3754 per share for roughly 2.6%, all with ex-dividends on Sept. 22 and payouts scheduled for Sept. 29. Notably, EURL, a 3X FTSE Europe levered fund, issued 0.1509 per share with a modest 1.79% yield amid sustainability concerns, while SOXS offered a high 11.4% yield at 0.4364 per share, though its dividend sustainability is questioned due to zero payout growth and volatile sector exposure.

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Police Make Multiple DUI, Drug ArrestsAuto — 1dPolice in Watervliet, New York, arrested a repeat-offense driver after he struck a parked car and a home; his blood alcohol level was .23%, and he was also charged with leaving the scene. In Eugene, Oregon, two men were separately arrested on suspicion of DUII with reported blood alcohol levels of .19%: one after erratic driving and one while driving with a revoked license.

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Arsenal Beat Leeds 2-1, Level With City — 4dSubstitute Bruno Guimaraes scored in the 70th minute, six minutes after coming on, as Arsenal came from 1-0 down to beat Leeds 2-1 and go level on points with City.

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IMF Reaches Staff-Level Deals Across Three Countries — Oct 6, 2026The IMF reached staff-level agreements with Niger on a new 38-month program worth about $203 million, with an initial $36 million disbursement pending approval, and with Pakistan on reviews that could unlock up to $1.21 billion. Papua New Guinea could receive up to $189 million after final reviews, also subject to board approval, as the IMF forecasts slower growth and higher inflation amid weaker resource output, climate impacts and rising costs.

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CFTC begins drafting first rules for leveraged crypto trades — Oct 5, 2026Federally registered crypto platforms could offer retail margin and leverage under the CFTC's first proposals, unlike state-licensed exchanges. ANPRM posted Oct. 5, 2026; 60-day comments.

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Derek Foss It's about time the CFTC stepped in on leveraged crypto trades after Congress stalled, though spot markets still need rules.

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.

OPEC+ Seven Extend Pause on Oil Quota Increases for November — Oct 3, 2026OPEC+’s seven key producers agreed to keep November oil production levels unchanged, maintaining September’s required levels as the group seeks to stabilize markets. Middle East conflict and shipping disruptions have kept actual output well below targets, while members assess future production quotas.

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Iran Reportedly Raises Military Alert to Highest Level After Houthi Strike — Sep 20, 2026Iran has raised its military readiness to the highest level across its forces, with plans for a heavy and surprising response to U.S. and Israeli interests as regional tensions spike after attacks on Saudi Arabia. Reports of Code 100-style alerts and heightened U.S. security warnings reflect a looming confrontation and discussions in Washington about potential decisive actions.

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Marcus Bell Iran's top alert after the Houthi strike risks pulling the US and Israel into direct conflict if responses escalate.

India Releases First District-Level Labor DataBusiness — Sep 18, 2026NSO's first district-level labor market data show wide disparities across India's 100 most populous districts in labor force participation, workload and unemployment, with Surat leading in both LFPR and WPR while Darbhanga posts the lowest; unemployment generally remains in a moderate band with standout low rates in districts like South Twenty-Four Parganas and Araria. The snapshot also highlights that about 57.8% of districts report female LFPR at 40% or higher, and NEET rates are mostly below 30% across districts, with some variation among states.

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Prada Expands Milan Flagship Into Eight-Level Luxury Hub — Sep 15, 2026Prada has transformed its Milan flagship in the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II into an eight-level private-client hub that links the former separate menswear and womenswear stores with an underground passage, adds private shopping spaces, a permanent exhibition and private-dining apartments, and connects to the Marchesi patisserie. The project, which features works by Damien Hirst and aims to generate about €100 million in annual revenue while focusing on experiential luxury for top clients, is framed as a broader shift toward hospitality and experiences alongside iconic retail.

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Reports Show Short Positions Shifting Across Markets — Oct 7, 2026Nasdaq-reported short interest across its listed securities rose to 23.09 billion shares at Sept. 30, up from 22.52 billion two weeks earlier, while days to cover fell. Separate reports noted a sharp percentage increase in short interest for the Harbor Long-Short Equity ETF and growing leveraged crypto short bets; Sweden’s largest disclosed stock shorts also shifted, with Electrolux posting the biggest increase and AAK the biggest decrease.

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Haze Shuts Timor-Leste Schools, Singapore Pollution Peaks — 7hSmoke from Indonesia’s wildfires pushed Singapore’s PM2.5 pollution to its highest level this year, while Timor-Leste suspended in-person schooling for three days. Singapore has not ordered school closures, drawing criticism as Malaysia closes schools in affected areas; Indonesia says it has mobilized additional firefighting resources.

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Dana Whitfield Indonesia should prioritize stopping these fires instead of letting smoke keep harming kids across the border.

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.

Genes last; bodies are machines built to copy them — 8hDawkins’s gene-level math explains costly help, restrained fights, and sex conflict better than any story about helping the species.

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Harrison Says Prime Rousey Couldn't Armbar Her — 1dKayla Harrison said she believes she could beat Ronda Rousey in their primes, arguing that Rousey’s famous armbar would not work on her because they learned the technique together. Harrison credited Rousey with paving the way for women’s MMA but questioned the level of her opponents, while pointing to her own Olympic and judo achievements.

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Sam Okafor Harrison's Olympic record is impressive but Rousey beat everyone put in front of her when the division was brand new.

LA Women's Shelter CEO Took Telecommuting to the Next Level2 sources — 17h

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Nicole Hardy Nonprofits like this need real accountability when leaders treat the job as optional.

Firms Seek Designers Across Five US LocationsBusiness — 3dSeveral organizations are hiring graphic design and creative professionals for roles spanning brand identity, campaigns, environmental graphics and marketing. Openings range from a part-time entry-level position and a student associate role to senior design and marketing leadership jobs.

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

Greensboro Plans Voluntary Water Conservation MeasuresEnvironment — 1dGreensboro is implementing Stage 1 voluntary water conservation measures as extreme drought, warm weather and declining reservoir levels strain the city’s water supply. Residents and businesses are being asked to reduce water use, while the city supplements supplies with water from neighboring providers.

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Derek Foss Voluntary steps make sense with the reservoirs dropping, but the city should track usage closely and move faster if levels keep falling.

Fresno Police Arrest Suspect in Fatal ShootingWorld — 2dA shooting during a disturbance near Fordham and Dayton avenues in Fresno killed Mark Harrison, 54, and wounded a 61-year-old woman. Police later arrested Rufus Levels on suspicion of murder, attempted murder and robbery; the woman was reported in stable condition.

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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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Man sues Richmond over fire truck injuriesWorld — 2dEmilson Garcia-Ponce is suing the City of Richmond and a fire-truck driver, alleging firefighters failed to check for obstructions before the truck ran over him as he slept outside a station in September 2025, leaving him with a broken back and lacerated spleen. The city disputes the allegations, saying Garcia-Ponce was not visible and had a blood alcohol level of .15 percent; reports say firefighters heard a clank and stopped but did not see him.

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Ozone Alerts Span Oklahoma, Texas, ArizonaEnvironment — Oct 6, 2026Ozone alerts were issued for Oklahoma City and Tulsa, the Dallas–Fort Worth area, and Maricopa County, Arizona, as pollution was expected to reach potentially unhealthy levels. Officials urged residents—especially children and people with respiratory conditions—to limit strenuous outdoor activity and reduce emissions by driving less and conserving energy.

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State-Level Red Tape On Suppressors Becomes Next Front In Second Amendment War — 1dPro-Second Amendment organizations and lawmakers are eying state laws restricting or prohibiting the purchase of suppressors after the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives released guidance on the application of the National Firearms Act.

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New York Proposes Sports Betting SafeguardsBusiness — 4dNew York has proposed rules requiring sportsbooks to check in with bettors who cross risk thresholds and barring AI-personalized offers, following scrutiny of weak safeguards and amid rising concern about gambling addiction. Critics say the thresholds may miss harmful behavior at lower spending levels, while public health advocates warn that the rapid spread of sports betting carries serious risks.

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Science Jobs Open Across Five US CitiesScience — Oct 7, 2026Science and research employers are hiring across St. Louis, Pittsburgh, Clark, Middletown, and Menlo Park for roles spanning clinical and lab research, quality control, pharma packaging, cosmetics and food testing, materials science, and AI. Openings range from entry-level positions to senior research leadership, with requirements and schedules varying by role; listings may change quickly.

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Florida Cities Report Diverse Hiring OpportunitiesBusiness — 6dCurrent openings include a Royal Caribbean hotel-procurement role involving market analysis and supplier negotiations, alongside sales jobs in Jacksonville, retail and customer-service positions in Ocala, and fashion and international banking client-service roles in Coral Gables. The listings offer a range of experience levels and benefits, and availability may change.

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