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Raspberry Pi Profit Triples, Revenue Surges 90% — Sep 24, 2026Raspberry Pi pretax profit more than tripled to $19.6 million in H1 2026 as revenue surged 90% to $256.9 million; shares rose 7%.

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Rachel Meyers The backlog doubling to 2.6 million units points to serious demand growth beyond just hobbyists.

Pitt Beats Virginia Tech, Loses Heintschel to ACL Injury — Sep 28, 2026Undefeated Virginia Tech hosts unbeaten Pittsburgh at Lane Stadium in a pivotal early ACC matchup, with coach James Franklin urging fans to create a loud home-field advantage as Pitt faces its first road game of the season. The Hokies arrive after a fourth-quarter comeback at Boston College, but will face a potent Panthers offense led by quarterback Mason Heintschel and a defense that has been especially tough against the run.

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MLB Clock Violations Fall to 387; Baz Leads — 3dBaltimore’s Shane Baz led MLB pitchers with six pitch-clock violations, while Yankees batter José Caballero led hitters with four; the Orioles and Giants tied for the most team violations. Overall violations continued to decline, falling to 387 this season from 1,048 in the pitch clock’s 2023 debut.

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Rachel Meyers Caballero topping hitters with four makes sense since batters keep stepping out too much.

Cardinals Beat White Sox 3-1 in Series Finale — Sep 10, 2026The Chicago White Sox look to avoid a series sweep at Rate Field as Hagen Smith makes his first MLB start in a bullpen-style assignment against the Pirates, with first pitch set for 6:40 p.m. CT. Smith, a 23-year-old left-hander, has impressed in relief with a 0.56 ERA over 16 innings and 23 strikeouts, and will be limited by pitch count as Jared Jones starts for Pittsburgh.

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Brewers Near Division Clinch Entering Pirates Series — Sep 14, 2026"The Milwaukee Brewers, leading the NL Central late in the season, travel to Pittsburgh for a pivotal three-game series as they push to clinch the division and seek the top NL seed, powered by ace Jacob Misiorowski who has been dominant this year. The Pirates, with slim playoff chances and a bullpen-by-committee approach, look to finish strong as scheduling uncertainties loom and the Brewers’ recent form raises the stakes for the playoff race."

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Priya Raman Brewers pushing for the top seed makes this matchup bigger than a normal division game.

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.

Athletics Rally From Six-Run Deficit, Beat Angels — Sep 22, 2026The Oakland Athletics erased a six-run deficit to defeat the Los Angeles Angels 9-7 in West Sacramento, powered by Carlos Cortes’ pinch-hit RBI triple and a go-ahead two-run homer in the eighth, with Zack Gelof adding a later two-run blast. The win, part of a bid to end the season on a high note and avoid a 100-loss campaign, comes as the A’s face a six-game finale slate against the Angels and seek strong performances from pitchers and position players alike.

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Trump to meet Mamdani at Gracie Mansion after tax criticism — Sep 20, 2026The president’s third meeting with New York’s mayor lands at Gracie Mansion after a housing pitch, a pied-à-terre tax fight, and a city-led suit against a federal green-card rule.

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Tom Gallagher Trump meeting the mayor at Gracie Mansion could help settle the pied-a-terre tax dispute without more lawsuits.

TCU routs Grambling State 63-7 behind Craig’s four touchdowns — Sep 13, 2026TCU rolled to a 63-7 win over Grambling behind Jaden Craig’s career-high 391 passing yards and four touchdowns as the Frogs rebounded from their season-opening loss; the offense piled up 676 yards while the defense stifled Grambling with a 67-yard pick-six and several stops. The victory featured strong contributions from Kari Ashley, Jeremy Payne, and a balanced attack on the ground, signaling a clear turnaround for TCU entering conference play.

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Maya Lindstrom TCU's offense looked unstoppable with over 670 yards and Craig throwing four touchdowns to get back on track.

Stafford sets NFL pick-six record, answers with TD — Sep 28, 2026Stafford set the NFL pick-six record at 33 on a 66-yard Hufanga return, answered with a 48-yard TD, then the Broncos won 30-26.

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Rachel Meyers That early 16-0 halftime lead makes the Broncos look unprepared especially after giving up the long touchdown to Mumpfield.

Pirates-Sundowns MTN8 Final Sells OutSports — 6dOrlando Pirates and Mamelodi Sundowns will meet in a sold-out MTN8 final at Durban’s Moses Mabhida Stadium on October 10, with the winner claiming the trophy and a R10 million prize. Pirates are seeking a third straight MTN8 final win over Sundowns, who draw confidence from a recent league victory; Pirates coach Abdeslam Ouaddou says his team is preparing with ambition despite players’ international commitments.

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Narduzzi nears Pitt-record 144th game coached — Sep 16, 2026Pat Narduzzi is set to coach his 144th game for Pitt, a milestone that places him ahead of Jock Sutherland as the program’s most-titled coach and underscores his role in stabilizing a Pitt program that once had frequent coaching turnover. He emphasizes continuity and a future-focused mindset, highlighting the 2021 ACC title and his drive to make Pitt a destination rather than a stepping-stone.

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Marcus Bell Narduzzi deserves credit for sticking around and building something steady at Pitt after so many quick exits before him.

Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

US Pizza Spots Debut, Plan Openings Across StatesLifestyle — 5dNew Italian and pizza restaurants are opening or preparing to open in Louisiana, Michigan, Maine and Texas, offering everything from traditional pasta and specialty pies to oversized slices. In Monroe, Michigan, Rebel Pizza and Brews also aims to create jobs for people with disabilities, with its owners planning an inclusive staff.

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Pirates, Cardinals Split First Two Games — Sep 21, 2026The Pirates and Cardinals open a final NL Central series at PNC Park as Pittsburgh tries to finish above .500 and lock up third place, with a newly revealed Pirates lineup heading into the game. The series rundown includes injury and lineup notes plus prospects for late-season individual milestones as both teams close out 2026 without playoff implications.

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Liberatore Ends Winless Streak, Cardinals Beat Pirates — Sep 24, 2026Matthew Liberatore ended an 11-start winless drought by allowing one run over 5 2/3 innings as the Cardinals defeated the Pirates 5-1, with Alec Burleson driving in a season-best 112th RBI and Masyn Winn and JJ Wetherholt providing key hits. The Pirates’ five-game winning streak ended as St. Louis seized the series finale’s momentum and positioned itself to avoid a losing season, while Pittsburgh’s late-season push stalled.

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Tom Gallagher Liberatore finally breaking through with that strong outing should give the Cardinals some real momentum down the stretch.

LSAW Pipes Support Large-Scale Energy, Marine ProjectsBusiness — Sep 16, 2026LSAW pipes are favored for large-diameter pipelines because their welded longitudinal seam supports demanding project specs, with selection guided by design requirements and standards such as API 5L and ISO 3183. Heavy-wall LSAW pipes extend this utility into offshore engineering, where increased wall thickness provides structural strength and corrosion resistance for jacket foundations in offshore wind projects, with specifications driven by engineering design and project criteria.

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Dana Whitfield The push into offshore wind with heavy-wall versions shows how well they handle the strength needs for jacket foundations.

The grammar gatekeeper testQuizie — QuizTwelve spelling and grammar traps that catch almost everyone. Pass, and the AI knights you. Fail, and it's gentle about it. Mostly.

Faith stories link personal trials with renewal in books and service — Sep 15, 2026A wave of faith-centered storytelling and outreach highlights resilience, spiritual renewal, and purposeful living, from personal testimonies and interviews to foundations supporting families and students. The pieces feature Joan Schreiner’s journey of transformation, Piper Goodwin’s legacy through Piper’s Purpose, Kirk Franklin’s candid reflections on faith and fame, Frank Kelly III’s call to live with purpose, and David Piper’s illustrated exploration of inner renewal.

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Saudi Arabia Shuts East-West Pipeline After Drone Attacks Riyadh Blames on Iraq — Sep 11, 2026Saudi Arabia said its East-West pipeline was shut as a precaution after Thursday attacks that injured several people and prompted emergency measures, with authorities citing increasing Houthi aggression tied to Iran in the Yemen conflict. The broader security picture shows Houthis pressing toward Bab el-Mandeb, raising international concern over freedom of navigation as the Red Sea route for Saudi oil comes under pressure and the Houthis’ advances increasingly threaten critical sea lanes and pipeline infrastructure.

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Rachel Meyers Tying these attacks back to Iran through the Houthis shows why the Yemen war needs a stronger diplomatic push.

Cities announce local waste collection changesEnvironment — 3dCommunities are announcing changes to local waste services: Pittsville’s bulk pickup is set for Nov. 19, while a city food-scrap program is moving to biweekly collection to expand access, cut emissions and save money. Cheyenne and Bemidji are shifting some trash pickups by a day for the Oct. 12 holiday.

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Steelers WR Pittman to Miss Multiple Games — 2dSteelers receiver Michael Pittman Jr. aggravated a foot injury and is expected to miss multiple weeks, with Pittsburgh still evaluating whether to place him on injured reserve. The injury comes after he struggled to produce in three games since returning from an earlier absence.

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Cowboys Beat Texans 34-30 With Lamb, Pickens — 3dCeeDee Lamb has powered Dallas’ high-scoring offense, while George Pickens has seen fewer targets but made pivotal, explosive catches in the Cowboys’ comeback win over Houston. Analysts say Dallas should create more chances for both receivers against vulnerable upcoming defenses without abandoning the run game that helps open the passing attack.

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Africa Hotel Pipeline Hits Record 104,444 RoomsTravel — 3dTravel developments include Pine Cliffs’ June wellness retreat, Myrtle Beach’s expanded autism-friendly offerings, and a 12% increase in summer flights to Madeira from the UK. Separately, Africa’s hotel pipeline reached a record 577 properties, while Kyoto’s Imperial Hotel named a general manager and joined The Leading Hotels of the World ahead of its 2026 opening.

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Pitt’s 5-0 Start Fuels Narduzzi’s ACC Poll PleaSports — 3dPittsburgh coach Pat Narduzzi says the ACC is being overlooked by poll voters, urging them to recognize the conference after Pitt improved to 5-0 with a narrow win over Virginia Tech. He argues that voters favor the Big Ten and SEC’s brands, while only three ACC teams are ranked.

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Joey Porter Jr. Debuts for Cowboys After Steelers ExitSports — Oct 2, 2026The Cowboys landed Joey Porter Jr. from Pittsburgh with a 2028 second-round pick and a 2027 sixth-rounder, while Detroit’s possible offer—a third-round pick plus another Day 3 selection—remains unconfirmed. The deal renewed criticism of Lions GM Brad Holmes for not making a bigger move to address Detroit’s coverage problems, despite his willingness to trade aggressively during drafts.

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Suspect Accused of Pittsburgh Pediatrician’s Killing Faces New Rape Charge — Sep 30, 2026Elijah Hemingway, the man accused of killing a Pittsburgh-area pediatrician during a home invasion, is facing additional charges after investigators linked him to an alleged sexual… — by Andrew Powell

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