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Shemar Stewart makes his 2026 Bengals debut with a sack against Houston
Shemar Stewart made his 2026 debut for Cincinnati against Houston and recorded a sack after being injured for most of training camp. The report describes him as returning with renewed confidence and excitement about joining a defense bolstered by veteran additions. -
Georgia-Oklahoma preview highlights Mateer’s struggles and Bulldogs’ run game
Georgia hosts Oklahoma at Sanford Stadium this Saturday, with the Sooners coming off a loss to Michigan and a close win over New Mexico. The preview identifies quarterback John Mateer’s struggles and Georgia’s run-heavy win over Arkansas as key storylines. -
Chase’s Smith-Njigba double-team remarks draw criticism from NFL fans
Ja’Marr Chase questioned why Jaxon Smith-Njigba was not being double-teamed despite his strong start, saying he had been doubled by a linebacker and a cornerback on second-and-10. Some fans called Chase insecure and said Smith-Njigba deserved full credit. -
At a hypothetical 10% return, $500 monthly in VIG could reach $1.13 million in 30 years
At a hypothetical 10% annual return, investing $500 each month in Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (VIG) could grow to about $1.13 million in 30 years. Since launching in 2006, the fund has averaged 10.2% annual returns. -
Cooper Companies board retains CooperSurgical, lifts buyback cap to $3 billion
Cooper Companies ended its strategic review and will keep CooperSurgical. Its board unanimously judged sale offers not in shareholders’ best interest and raised the buyback authorization from $2 billion to $3 billion; $445 million has been repurchased this fiscal year. -
Oli repeatedly puts a paw across his owner in an Instagram reel
A Kelpie and Border Collie mix named Oli repeatedly puts his paw back across his owner on the couch whenever it is moved, turning a bid for closeness into a playful back-and-forth in an Instagram reel. He keeps doing it even after appearing ready to sleep. -
Brady sees value in Mendoza learning behind Cousins as Raiders go 2-0
Tom Brady praised Kirk Cousins’ six touchdowns in two games as the Raiders opened 2026 at 2-0 with wins over Miami and the Chargers. He said first-overall pick Fernando Mendoza can benefit from watching the veteran, who is Las Vegas’ starter. -
Ravens plan Friday recovery after 10-hour Brazil flight, Minter says
Jesse Minter says Baltimore will keep to its normal preparation as much as possible before about 10 hours of travel to Rio for Sunday’s game with Dallas, then use Friday to help players recover; he said the flight, not the time difference, is the main concern. -
Mitsotakis presses for renewed Parthenon Marbles talks
Reports cited by The Telegraph say Britain-Greece talks on the Parthenon Sculptures have stalled, with no negotiations underway. Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is urging their resumption, but says any deal must permanently reunite the works in Athens. -
Gen Z workers seek workplace perks, with 27% receiving stock awards
A 2025 Bank of America survey found 27% of full-time Gen Z workers receive stock awards, more than any previous generation, as young employees seek workplace perks such as 401(k)s and health savings accounts. The survey covered 941 full-time employees with 401(k) plans. -
Amazon shares may offer indirect Anthropic exposure before a possible IPO
Amazon could give investors indirect Anthropic exposure before a possible IPO, having invested $13 billion in the startup and committed up to $20 billion more. The Wall Street Journal says some advisers suggested waiting until November so Anthropic could present Q3 financials. -
Harry Kane’s 50-yard field-goal video resurfaces after NFL remarks
Harry Kane has said he could be interested in eventually kicking in the NFL while playing in MLS. Fans have recirculated a 10-year-old clip said to show him making a 50-yard field goal; the Bayern Munich striker is still playing in Europe. -
Motley Fool favors Nvidia over SpaceX in its outlook toward 2028
After Elon Musk said SpaceX would use Nvidia’s Vera Rubin hardware exclusively, The Motley Fool’s analysis names Nvidia the better buy looking toward 2028, citing a lower estimated sales multiple. SpaceX is growing quickly but reported an operating loss. -
Durban and Leeds host Thursday’s two listed ODI fixtures
Thursday’s listed fixtures are South Africa’s first ODI against Australia at Kingsmead in Durban and England’s second ODI against Sri Lanka at Headingley in Leeds. Dafabet lists odds of 2.56 for South Africa, 1.49 for Australia, 1.11 for England and 6.20 for Sri Lanka. -
Overnight Houthi attacks on Taiz-Aden pass repelled, Yemen says
Yemen's government forces repelled overnight Houthi attacks on the Hejat al-Abd pass, a key Taiz-Aden route, government sources said Thursday. The road carries goods to Taiz; Houthi control of parts could tighten their grip around the city. -
BuzzFeed compiles 17 psychology claims submitted by Reddit users
BuzzFeed has published a roundup of 17 psychology claims drawn from Reddit users’ answers to a question about intriguing facts, covering memory, perception, disorders and brain function. It credits users for the submissions but does not cite studies for every claim. -
Royal Caribbean agrees to buy half of Sandals and Beaches for about $3 billion
Royal Caribbean Group agreed to invest about $3 billion for a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches Resorts, forming a joint venture with the Stewart family, which will retain the other half. The deal is expected to close in early 2027, subject to regulatory approvals. -
Patriots' 12-3 series lead sets backdrop for Week 3 Jaguars game
New England visits Jacksonville’s EverBank Stadium in Week 3 on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET, with both teams 1-1. The Patriots have won 12 of 15 previous regular-season and playoff meetings, including a 4-1 postseason edge; Jacksonville’s only playoff win came in 1998. -
Cowherd sees echoes of an aging Favre in Rodgers’ Steelers performance
Pittsburgh lost to New England without scoring a touchdown; Aaron Rodgers was intercepted once and sacked four times. Colin Cowherd compared the 42-year-old’s performance to an aging Brett Favre and said Rodgers was handcuffing the Steelers’ offense. -
Clark and Mitchell up for MVP and All-WNBA as Fever name five 2026 nominees
Indiana nominated five players for 2026 WNBA awards: Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell for MVP and All-WNBA, Aliyah Boston for All-WNBA, Sophie Cunningham for Sixth Player of the Year and Makayla Timpson for Most Improved Player. -
Wyndham Clark recalls Trump’s shot-by-shot call after 2023 US Open win
Wyndham Clark said Donald Trump called after his 2023 US Open victory, praising his play and recalling specific shots, including up-and-downs on different holes. Clark described the conversation as one of the coolest calls of his life. -
MindyKnows’ unlimited Washington University package costs $525 a year
MindyKnows offers college students local, parent-like help when families live far away, from prescription pickups and support during illness to company during ER visits. Its unlimited Washington University package costs $525 a year. -
Mental fatigue cut cycling time by 11% in a small study
In a study of 18 adults, an hour-long mentally demanding task before cycling led participants to stop about 11% sooner than after a neutral documentary; they rated the fixed-intensity ride harder, while measured leg-muscle activation did not meaningfully differ. -
A box truck ran AC on solar and batteries in desert heat above 100°F
Dave from Ebike VanLife showed a converted box truck running its 12,000-BTU mini-split in California and Arizona desert heat above 100°F, without shore power or daytime generator use. The system had 1,950 watts of rooftop solar and about 10 kWh of batteries. -
A new ‘Love & War’ image shows Ranbir Kapoor with blood on his arm
A new image from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s “Love & War” shows Ranbir Kapoor driving a vintage turquoise convertible, blood running from his shoulder down his arm to his wrist. The film also stars Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal and opens worldwide Jan. 21, 2027. -
SpaceX IPO schedule makes 319 million more shares eligible for insider sales
On Sept. 24, some SpaceX insiders became eligible to sell another 319 million shares, the 105th day after its IPO, The Motley Fool reports. The article puts their potential selling pressure at about $48.7 billion; eligibility does not mean the shares were sold. -
NPO takes charge as the Netherlands returns to Eurovision in 2027
The Netherlands will compete at Eurovision in 2027, with NPO taking responsibility for its entry after AVROTROS said it would not take part over Israel’s participation and the war in Gaza. Spain is weighing a boycott extension; RTVE has yet to decide. -
Oil, Treasury yields and earnings may shape the S&P 500’s next move
The S&P 500 has gained more than 13% in 2026 despite stalling over the past month. Motley Fool writer Bram Berkowitz points to oil prices and supply, long-term Treasury yields and S&P 500 earnings estimates as gauges of whether the market can keep rising.
