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   Yahoo News2026-09-26

   Severe weather cancels Ed Sheeran’s Sept. 25–26 Gillette Stadium dates

   Ed Sheeran’s Sept. 25–26 Gillette Stadium concerts in Foxborough, Massachusetts, were canceled Friday over severe-weather warnings as a powerful nor’easter moved into New England. Ticketmaster buyers will receive automatic refunds; rescheduling plans remain unclear.
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   The Telegraph2026-09-26

   Mehul Choksi abandons damages case after £677,000 security order

   Mehul Choksi has abandoned his High Court damages claim over his alleged 2021 abduction from Antigua to Dominica after failing to pay £677,000 in security for the defendants’ legal costs. His allegations have not been determined.
3. 
   People2026-09-26

   Massachusetts lesbian bar defends patron amid backlash over mask-optional Saturdays

   The Last Ditch Bar and Arts Venue in Greenfield, Massachusetts, says Black patron Soe Noire has faced threats, slurs and harassment after its move to make Saturday nights mask-optional drew backlash. The bar said Noire did not call for the venue to shut down or be firebombed.
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   People2026-09-26

   Jimmy and Patricia Stephenson, both 78, die after Alabama home blast

   Jimmy and Patricia Stephenson, both 78, died after an explosion leveled a home in Hazel Green, Alabama, around 4:45 a.m. Sept. 25. Huntsville EMS said one died at the scene; the other was airlifted in critical condition and later died. The cause is under investigation.
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   The Guardian2026-09-26

   Eric Clark arrested as third man charged in Tasia Fortune's death

   Eric Clark, Earnest Lloyd Jr and Jarques Ratliff have been charged with murder in Tasia Fortune’s death; Clark surrendered Friday as the third person arrested. Jackson police said an autopsy investigation concluded the scene and hanging were staged.
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   Chron2026-09-26

   Former USCIS officer and associate indicted over alleged paid approvals

   Lukman Owolabi Ganiyu, a former senior USCIS officer, and associate Adeniyi Akeem Somoye were indicted Wednesday; federal agents arrested them Sept. 2. Prosecutors allege the pair collected hundreds of thousands of dollars, many payments tied to immigration approvals Ganiyu made.
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   NJ.com2026-09-26

   Steven Rodriguez alleges age bias pushed him to retire Oct. 1

   Steven Rodriguez, 69, is suing the Paterson Public School District, alleging age discrimination and a hostile work environment pushed him to give notice of retirement as Roberto Clemente Elementary principal, effective Oct. 1, 2026.
8. 
   The Cool Down2026-09-26

   TikTok creator argues cattle can graze beside solar panels, challenges AI meme

   TikTok creator bonusmoles challenged an AI-generated meme portraying solar farms as ecosystem-damaging, arguing that cattle can graze alongside panels and that many modern cattle farms pressure land and water. At some sites, panels shade cattle, which help manage grass.
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   Chron2026-09-26

   Houston police take 17-year-old into custody in LePaul Warren shooting

   Houston police took a 17-year-old suspect into custody in connection with Friday’s fatal shooting of LePaul Warren, a Westbury High athlete who played basketball and football. Warren was with a group near campus; investigators have not established a motive.
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    NJ.com2026-09-26

    No injuries reported after fire destroys Edison Elks Lodge

    A fire destroyed the Edison Elks Lodge on Old Post Road early Saturday. Mayor Sam Joshi said firefighters responded at about 5:44 a.m. and no injuries were reported; the cause had not been announced. Lodge secretary Aimee Malave said members are determined to rebuild.
11. 
    People2026-09-26

    After nearly 10 months deployed, Connor Nelson finds California apartment burglarized

    U.S. sailor Connor Nelson returned to his Lemoore, California, apartment after nearly 10 months deployed on the USS Abraham Lincoln and found it burglarized; his SUV, TV, laptop, shoes and fishing gear were stolen. His father's fundraiser says police are investigating.
12. 
    The Independent2026-09-26

    GoFundMe removes Texas couple’s fundraiser, citing factual misrepresentations

    GoFundMe removed a fundraiser to help 81-year-old Donald Johnson pay for his wife Josephine’s cancer care, saying its Trust & Safety team found factual misrepresentations. The company said all donors were refunded; Fox 4 reported it had raised over $281,000.
13. 
    The Cool Down2026-09-26

    Pérez Elementary AC problem shifts more than 600 students to another campus

    United ISD moved more than 600 Laredo elementary students from Pérez Elementary to Amparo Gutierrez Elementary for the day after an air-conditioning problem was found just before the first bell, so they would not remain on a hot campus during repairs.
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    Associated Press2026-09-26

    Colombia lifts extradition block, sends rebel leader Geovany Rojas to US

    Colombia extradited rebel leader Geovany Andres Rojas to the U.S., where federal agents took him into custody in California. He faces drug-trafficking and terrorism charges; the new government lifted a months-long extradition block tied to peace talks.
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    The Guardian2026-09-26

    Rubio says US may still sink Ecuadorian boats amid rights concerns

    US forces have sunk Ecuadorian fishing boats in eight operations, removing crews first; Ecuador's navy rescued 10 Don Rufo fishers left adrift on 10 September. Rubio says the US may still destroy vessels; fishers deny US drug-trafficking claims.
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    Backyard Garden Lover2026-09-26

    Burbank theater pepper-spray arrest draws mixed online reaction

    Matthew Ware was arrested on suspicion of misdemeanor battery after allegedly pepper-spraying a patron over cellphone use at AMC Burbank 16 on Sept. 15. Two others reported irritation and received hospital treatment; Ware was released the next morning, ABC7 reported.
17. 
    USA TODAY2026-09-26

    Judge orders 19-year-old Salvadoran asylum seeker back to U.S., holds Trump administration in contempt

    Judge Gallagher held the Trump administration in contempt Sept. 25 for deporting E.L.A., a 19-year-old Salvadoran asylum seeker. Officials must return him and his property and cannot remove him until his asylum status is determined or the settlement expires.
18. 
    TheGrio2026-09-26

    Zayden Leonard weighs legal action after detention over reported bomb threat

    Mississippi State junior Zayden Leonard is weighing legal action after campus police handcuffed and detained him for under an hour on Aug. 26 over a reported threat to blow up the financial aid office. He denies it and has not been charged.
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    The Independent2026-09-26

    Possible undeclared wheat prompts recall of 1.7 million pounds of sugar

    Target Corp. voluntarily recalled 1.7 million pounds of light brown and powdered sugar sold as United, Good & Gather and Crystal Sugar last month because it may contain wheat kernel, an allergen not listed on labels. The FDA classified the recall earlier this week.
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    The Telegraph2026-09-26

    Five jailed over plan to smuggle 600kg of cocaine in fish shipments

    Samuel Tokeley, Nicholas Shilling, Scott Richards and Scott Unwin were jailed Friday for a drug-import conspiracy; Nicky Bowers received 16 years in January. The five planned to smuggle 600kg of cocaine from South America into the UK in frozen fish shipments.
21. 
    Law&Crime2026-09-26

    Maryland judge orders ELA’s return after finding Trump administration in contempt

    A judge found the Trump administration in contempt for twice deporting ELA to El Salvador in violation of court orders and ordered his return to the U.S. No final removal order may be executed until USCIS decides a properly filed asylum application or the settlement expires.
22. 
    Reuters2026-09-26

    Trump predicts US-Cuba deal, says military action may not be needed

    President Donald Trump said Saturday he expects the United States and Cuba to reach a deal and does not think military action will be needed. His prediction comes as a US-imposed oil blockade, implemented earlier this year, has put Cuba under severe strain.
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    Backyard Garden Lover2026-09-26

    David John Butka charged over alleged $5,000 offer to kill a witness

    David John Butka, 69, was charged with solicitation to commit first-degree murder after another inmate alleged he offered $5,000 to kill a neighbor who had been a witness in two of Butka’s cases. Butka denied making the request and said he discussed legal fees.
24. 
    The Guardian2026-09-26

    Jeff Maiorca charged with murder after DNA identifies ex-wife Jill's remains

    Jeff Maiorca was arrested and charged with murder and use of a deadly weapon in his ex-wife Jill Maiorca's death, authorities said. They say she was killed in November 2006; her remains were found in a Big Bear Lake home's crawlspace in 2020 and identified through DNA.
25. 
    Globe2026-09-26

    Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken Denies Slur Allegation, Welcomes Probe

    Chief of staff Berenice Ballinas alleges Anaheim Mayor Ashleigh Aitken called her a “dirty Mexican” and questioned her sexuality. Aitken denied using the racial slur, said she welcomes an investigation and will cooperate in the ongoing personnel matter.
26. 
    People2026-09-26

    Maine father says mother died trying to help grandchildren escape vehicle

    Sharon Bukulmez, 61, and grandchildren Kinley Grubb, 5, and Sawyer Grubb, 3, were found dead in a submerged vehicle in Pond Cove, Maine, on Sept. 20. Their father, Peter Grubb, said his mother died trying to help them escape.
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    NEWSWEEK2026-09-26

    Cattle groups say reported ICE activity delayed cattle shipments and may raise beef prices

    Cattle groups in Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas say reported ICE activity delayed thousands of cattle shipments, resulting in millions in lost revenue and added costs. They warn beef prices may rise; DHS says ICE is not conducting worksite operations in Kansas.
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    The Cool Down2026-09-26

    Malware collected logins from 1,787 US water organizations, SpyCloud says

    SpyCloud says credential-stealing malware collected employee logins from 1,787 US water and wastewater organizations; credentials from at least 250 appeared able to reach operational networks and remote-access tools. The report does not show any utility was compromised.
29. 
    Complex2026-09-26

    Carnival Panorama footage confirms passenger jumped overboard off Mexico

    Footage confirmed a Carnival Panorama passenger jumped overboard Saturday as the ship sailed from Puerto Vallarta to Long Beach. U.S. and Mexican Coast Guards were alerted; the search would continue. Officials have not identified the passenger or disclosed why he jumped.
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    The Telegraph2026-09-26

    Police say Tasia Fortune was killed before her body was hanged

    Jarques “Jock” Ratliff, Earnest Lloyd Jr and Eric Clark were arrested in connection with Tasia Fortune’s death; Lloyd and Clark are charged with murder, while Ratliff pleaded not guilty to murder. Police say her hanging was staged, but her cause of death remains undetermined.