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US wants to speed certification of new airplanes

US wants to speed certification of new airplanes

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Sept 30 (Reuters) - The head of the US Transportation Department said on Wednesday that he wants to speed certification of new airplanes from Boeing and other manufacturers, citing competition concerns from China.
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Soccer-Man City could face years of legal battles after Premier League verdict, experts say

Soccer-Man City could face years of legal battles after Premier League verdict, experts say

By Lori Ewing MANCHESTER, England, Sept 30 (Reuters) - Manchester City's case over breaches of Premier League financial rules could run for years, lawyers say, as appeals and further claims threaten to prolong a saga that has already shaken English football's financial landscape.
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Synopsys, OpenAI strike deal to develop AI model for chip design work

Synopsys, OpenAI strike deal to develop AI model for chip design work

By Stephen Nellis SAN FRANCISCO, Sept 30 (Reuters) - Synopsys, a maker of software used in designing computing chips, said on Wednesday that it has struck a deal to share revenue with OpenAI as the two develop an AI model for the chip business.
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Trump announced $500 checks, but Georgia won't get them. Here's why

Trump announced $500 checks, but Georgia won't get them. Here's why

President Trump announced $500 refunds for 1 million Americans in 30 states with federal health insurance plans. What about Georgians?
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Execution of Christa Pike stayed. When was NC's last execution?

Execution of Christa Pike stayed. When was NC's last execution?

Christa Pike's execution was stayed in Tennessee. In North Carolina it has been 20 years since its last execution.
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Kirk Ferentz compares Ohio State phenom to Saquon Barkley, Randy Moss

Kirk Ferentz compares Ohio State phenom to Saquon Barkley, Randy Moss

Kirk Ferentz had high praise for Ohio State wide receiver Jeremiah Smith on Tuesday.
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Panthers HC Dave Canales provides bittersweet update on CBs Jaycee Horn, Mike Jackson

Panthers HC Dave Canales provides bittersweet update on CBs Jaycee Horn, Mike Jackson

Panthers HC Dave Canales put a rough timeline on the potential returns of CBs Jaycee Horn and Mike Jackson.
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Vermont Homes Utilize Home Batteries to Form Virtual Power Plants, Enhancing Grid Resilience

Vermont Homes Utilize Home Batteries to Form Virtual Power Plants, Enhancing Grid Resilience

A network of home batteries across thousands of ordinary homes in Vermont is emerging as a new type of power plant, providing electricity during outages and supplying cleaner energy to the wider grid. This initiative, spearheaded by Green Mountain Power (GMP), involves installing two home batteries for a monthly fee, offering an alternative to traditional gas generators. Over 5,500 Vermonters now participate in this scheme, with their combined home battery systems forming a 'virtual power plant' (VPP). This VPP not only ensures homes remain powered during extreme weather events, which have become more frequent in Vermont, but also contributes electricity to the broader grid. The U.S. currently boasts over 40 GW of virtual power capacity, with the Department of Energy projecting this could reach up to 160 GW by 2030, potentially meeting a fifth of expected peak demand. GMP's network has become the state's largest power source, providing approximately 110 MW of power, comparable to a small-to-medium-sized na...
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Chargers Week 4 vs. Seahawks: 5 things to know

Chargers Week 4 vs. Seahawks: 5 things to know

Here are some key things to know before the Chargers take on the Seahawks in Week 4.
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Where FSU quarterback Ashton Daniels landed in ESPN’s rankings

Where FSU quarterback Ashton Daniels landed in ESPN’s rankings

ESPN’s Bill Connelly ranked all 68 Power Four quarterbacks, with Florida State starter Ashton Daniels checking in at No. 34 overall.
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Candace Owens Denies Viral Claims of Secret Lesbian Dating Accounts

Candace Owens Denies Viral Claims of Secret Lesbian Dating Accounts

Candace Owens has vehemently denied viral allegations circulating online that she maintained secret lesbian dating profiles and was unfaithful to her husband, George Farmer. The controversy originated from an X account, Esoteric Shaggyism (@EsoShaggy), which alleged on September 28 that Owens had created four dating profiles in 2007 and 2008, with one purportedly accessed in January 2022, years after her marriage in 2019. Owens, who is 37 and expecting her fifth child, dismissed the claims as 'the most deranged' fabrication. She clarified that a photo used on one profile was from a 2015 birthday dinner with her aunt and uncle, taken from her personal Facebook. She also stated she had only one boyfriend throughout her college years, the same person she dated in high school. None of the allegations have been independently verified, and no evidence has emerged to prove Owens created or logged into these accounts.
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Magnitude 4.2 Earthquake Rattles Seattle Area, No Emergency Alerts Issued

Magnitude 4.2 Earthquake Rattles Seattle Area, No Emergency Alerts Issued

A magnitude 4.2 earthquake occurred in the Puget Sound region on Tuesday, with its epicenter located approximately 3.4 miles west-northwest of Wauna, Washington. The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported the tremor at 2:05 p.m. Shaking was felt across a 60-mile radius, including Seattle, Olympia, and Tacoma. The earthquake originated at a depth of about 26 kilometers (16 miles). Despite the widespread sensation of shaking, no immediate damage, injuries, or tsunami threats were reported. The Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN) confirmed that the ShakeAlert Earthquake Early Warning System detected the event but determined it was too small to trigger public alerts via cell phones. Sound Transit temporarily adjusted train operations, asking riders to board all trains on the Federal Way Downtown platform and having 1 Line trains share one track at Angle Lake Station due to the seismic activity. Earthquakes ranging from 2.5 to 5.4 magnitude are typically felt but rarely cause significant damage.
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Joe Mazzulla on how Boston Celtics will deal with a stronger NBA Eastern Conference

Joe Mazzulla on how Boston Celtics will deal with a stronger NBA Eastern Conference

"I think the league is really good. I think the league is as balanced as it's ever been," said Mazzulla.
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Las Vegas Police Apprehend Suspect Following East Valley Barricade Situation

Las Vegas Police Apprehend Suspect Following East Valley Barricade Situation

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) officers took a suspect into custody on Tuesday evening after a neighbor dispute in the east valley escalated into a barricade situation. The incident began around 5:45 p.m. in the 100 block of Ronald Lane, near East Charleston Blvd and Lamb Blvd. Police responded to the initial neighbor dispute, but one of the individuals involved refused to comply with officers' directives, leading to the declaration of a barricade situation. In response to the non-compliance and potential safety concerns, the LVMPD dispatched its SWAT team and crisis negotiators to the scene. After a period of engagement, law enforcement successfully resolved the situation, and the suspect was taken into custody without further incident.
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Mississippi Attorney General Declines New Trial for Officer in Fatal Shooting of Black Motorist

Mississippi Attorney General Declines New Trial for Officer in Fatal Shooting of Black Motorist

Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch has announced that her office will not pursue a new trial against Mississippi Capitol Police officer Michael Rhinewalt. This decision follows a jury's inability to reach a verdict on a manslaughter charge against Rhinewalt, stemming from the fatal shooting of 25-year-old Black motorist Jaylen Lewis in September 2022. A second officer involved, Steven Frederick, was acquitted of manslaughter. The Attorney General's office stated that in cases of a tie, the benefit of the doubt is given to law enforcement officers. Prosecutors had argued that Lewis and his passenger were unaware they were being stopped by police, as the officers were in unmarked cars and plain clothes with vests. Both officers testified they fired in self-defense, claiming Lewis rammed a police vehicle and drove towards them. Rhinewalt also faces an aggravated assault charge in a separate 2022 shooting incident involving Sherita Harris.
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Notre Dame at North Carolina: Tar Heels quarterback preview

Notre Dame at North Carolina: Tar Heels quarterback preview

Notre Dame has put opposing quarterbacks in their place so far this season. The next QB the Irish will face is UNC grad transfer Billy Edwards Jr.
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Union County Educational Services Commission Seeks Full-Time School Nurse for Hillcrest Academy North

Union County Educational Services Commission Seeks Full-Time School Nurse for Hillcrest Academy North

The Union County Educational Services Commission is actively recruiting a full-time School Nurse and Health Educator for its Hillcrest Academy North campus in Westfield, New Jersey. This position, slated to begin in September 2026, is a 10-month role with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8:20 a.m. to 2:40 p.m. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing emergency care, administering medication according to state law and physician orders, and overseeing staff training for life-threatening medical conditions. Additionally, the nurse will develop and implement individualized healthcare plans for students with chronic conditions, conduct health screenings, and teach health education classes. The role also involves maintaining up-to-date health records and assisting in the development of health education policies. Hillcrest Academy North is an alternative secondary program designed to support at-risk students who have not succeeded in traditional school environments.
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EU's Operation Aspides Faces Warship Shortage Amid Rising Houthi Threats in Red Sea

EU's Operation Aspides Faces Warship Shortage Amid Rising Houthi Threats in Red Sea

The European Union's maritime security mission, Operation Aspides, launched in February 2024 to protect commercial shipping from Houthi rebel attacks in the Red Sea, is facing a critical shortage of warships. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has urged member states to provide additional naval assets, particularly advanced frigates with air defense capabilities, as the mission struggles to meet the growing demand for escorts. The mission, extended until February 2027, currently operates with six warships, significantly below the initially envisaged minimum of ten. The increased Houthi attacks have led to commercial ships queuing for military escorts, highlighting the strain on available resources. Two countries have indicated they are considering sending additional vessels, but no final commitments have been made. The challenge extends beyond the number of ships, as Aspides requires specific capabilities like air-defense and mine-countermeasure frigates.
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Ukraine Deploys New Amphibious War Robot for Logistics and Supply Missions

Ukraine Deploys New Amphibious War Robot for Logistics and Supply Missions

Ukraine has announced the deployment of a new unmanned amphibious vehicle designed to transport ammunition and supplies to its troops. This robotic platform, developed as part of Ukraine’s state-backed defense-technology innovation cluster Brave 1, successfully completed its first mission, traversing 25 miles across varied land and water terrains. The Ukrainian defense ministry stated that this technological advancement addresses logistical challenges in areas with rivers, canals, and marshes, which often impede supply lines. The vehicle was tested by Ukrainian forces over several months and adapted for battlefield conditions. Infrared imagery released by the ministry showed the device operating on open land and in water, highlighting its dual-environment capability. This deployment marks a significant step in Ukraine's increasing reliance on unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs) for various military tasks, including logistics and combat support.
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Mike Vrabel clears up Drake Maye rift controversy

Mike Vrabel clears up Drake Maye rift controversy

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel had a strong response to the latest rumors about a rift between him and Drake Maye.