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North Dakota rides soy boom, fueled by biofuels and China

North Dakota rides soy boom, fueled by biofuels and China

By Julie Ingwersen FARGO, North Dakota, Oct 7 (Reuters) - In a small outdoor plot in Fargo, North Dakota, plant breeder Carrie Dottey crouched over a tiny flower on a leafy green soybean plant, conducting research that could help convert the state, known for its wheat, into a soybean powerhouse.

Morning Bid: Storm brewing

Morning Bid: Storm brewing

By Mike Dolan Oct 7 (Reuters) - As the US third-quarter earnings season gets set to kick off, Wall Street's S&P 500 joined the Nasdaq in setting a new record high on Tuesday - its first in about six weeks.

Wall St futures slip as yields and oil rebound; Fed minutes in focus

Wall St futures slip as yields and oil rebound; Fed minutes in focus

Oct 7 (Reuters) - Wall Street futures edged lower on Wednesday as Treasury yields and oil prices rose again, keeping investors cautious as they awaited the minutes of the Federal Reserve's September meeting.

Edon Zhegrova just had a very good international break with Kosovo

Edon Zhegrova just had a very good international break with Kosovo

Zhegrova hasn’t had much to write home about since joining Juventus. But a return home to Kosovo has seemingly done the trick the last couple of weeks.

The 5 future vehicles you need to watch for, according to Edmunds

The 5 future vehicles you need to watch for, according to Edmunds

Automakers will debut some interesting new models in the next six months

Saoirse Ronan Responds to James Bond Rumors About Husband Jack Lowden: ‘Not Really a Subject That’s Coming Up in Our House’

Saoirse Ronan Responds to James Bond Rumors About Husband Jack Lowden: ‘Not Really a Subject That’s Coming Up in Our House’

Saoirse Ronan has given some insight into how her husband, “Slow Horses” actor Jack Lowden, is handling rumors that he’s in the running to play James Bond. Ronan revealed she isn’t letting thoughts of being the next 007 get to Lowden’s head, saying “It’s not really a subject that’s coming up in our house to […]

Disney+ to Name New Australia Commissioner, Keeps Southeast Asia ‘On the Menu’ as It Triples Local Output

Disney+ to Name New Australia Commissioner, Keeps Southeast Asia ‘On the Menu’ as It Triples Local Output

Disney+ is about to name a new commissioner in Australia and has not ruled out a return to production in Southeast Asia, Jon Wax, executive VP of international original television at Disney Entertainment, said Wednesday at the Busan International Film Festival. Wax, set out the streamer’s Asia-Pacific plans at a fireside chat at the Park […]

Stock Market Today (Oct.7, 2026): Dow futures move lower after markets post record close

Stock Market Today (Oct.7, 2026): Dow futures move lower after markets post record close

Investors await the release of the Federal Reserve's minutes from its September meeting.

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Cleveland Guardians at Chicago White Sox odds, picks and predictions

Cleveland Guardians at Chicago White Sox odds, picks and predictions

The Cleveland Guardians and Chicago White Sox meet Wednesday for Game 3 of the ALDS in Chicago, Illinois. First pitch is set for 4 p.m. ET.

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The Governorship of New Hampshire: Term Length, Term Limits and Formal Powers

The Governorship of New Hampshire: Term Length, Term Limits and Formal Powers

An explanation of the New Hampshire governor's unique two-year term, lack of term limits, and the formal powers checked by its Executive Council.

Browns at Jets: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

Browns at Jets: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

The New York Jets host the Cleveland Browns at MetLife Stadium on Oct. 11 and USA TODAY's NFL experts have locked in their picks for the action.

Raiders at Patriots: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

Raiders at Patriots: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

The New England Patriots host the Las Vegas Raiders at Gillette Stadium on Oct. 11 and USA TODAY's NFL experts have locked in their picks for the action.

Eagles at Jaguars: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

Eagles at Jaguars: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

The Jacksonville Jaguars host the Philadelphia Eagles at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Oct. 11 and USA TODAY's NFL experts have locked in their picks for the action.

It’s not the QB, silly. Winless Texans stung by unexpected culprit | Opinion

It’s not the QB, silly. Winless Texans stung by unexpected culprit | Opinion

The Texans defense has been dominant and brought back most of its key pieces. So what has gone so wrong in an 0-4 start?

Ravens at Falcons: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

Ravens at Falcons: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

The Atlanta Falcons host the Baltimore Ravens at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Oct. 11 and USA TODAY's NFL experts have locked in their picks for the action.

Texans at Titans: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

Texans at Titans: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

The Tennessee Titans host the Houston Texans at Nissan Stadium on Oct. 11 and USA TODAY's NFL experts have locked in their picks for the action.

Vikings at Saints: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

Vikings at Saints: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

The New Orleans Saints host the Minnesota Vikings at Caesars Superdome on Oct. 11 and USA TODAY's NFL experts have locked in their picks for the action.

Giants at Commanders: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

Giants at Commanders: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

The Washington Commanders host the New York Giants at Northwest Stadium on Oct. 11 and USA TODAY's NFL experts have locked in their picks for the action.

Lions at Cardinals: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

Lions at Cardinals: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

The Arizona Cardinals host the Detroit Lions at State Farm Stadium on Oct. 11 and USA TODAY's NFL experts have locked in their picks for the action.

Buccaneers at Cowboys: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

Buccaneers at Cowboys: Predictions, picks and odds for NFL Week 5 game

The Dallas Cowboys host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at AT&T Stadium on Oct. 8 and USA TODAY's NFL experts have locked in their picks for the action.