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Unranked Oklahoma State shocks No. 6 Oregon 39-31 to snap 21‑game FBS skid

Oklahoma State stuns No. 6 Oregon, snapping 21-game skid

Unranked Oklahoma State snapped a 21-game FBS losing streak, upending early Top 25 expectations and reshaping the college playoff picture fans and bettors watch.

More arrests expected in Jackson hanging investigation

Authorities arrested one person and say more arrests are coming in the Mississippi hanging case; residents should watch for updates on safety and police transparency.
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Alien Terrorist Removal Court used first time to deport Texas resident

The Alien Terrorist Removal Court was used to remove a Texas resident to Afghanistan; the first case raises questions about due process in national-security deportations.

Report links Chinese satellite images to strike that killed 3 U.S. troops

If confirmed, the link could raise tensions with China and influence U.S. responses toward Iran, potentially affecting military posture and diplomatic relations.

Judge rules plan to halve FEMA staff unlawful

A federal judge found the plan to halve FEMA’s workforce unlawful, limiting federal staffing changes and influencing disaster preparedness ahead of peak storm and wildfire seasons.

Former CIA official with $40M in gold reaches tentative plea deal

An alleged theft case involving $40 million in gold inside the intelligence community prompts oversight questions as prosecutors near a legal resolution.
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Rybakina wins US Open, becomes world No. 1

Elena Rybakina’s US Open win makes her world No. 1, shifting rankings and seedings that affect tournament draws and fan interest in upcoming events.
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Trespass at Harris’ Malibu home prompts extra patrols

A trespass was stopped at Kamala Harris’s Malibu home and deputies increased patrols; local residents may see more law-enforcement activity and restricted access.

New subpoenas broaden DOJ probe into Newsom’s travel, expenses

Grand jury subpoenas expand a DOJ criminal probe into Gov. Gavin Newsom’s travel and expenses, increasing scrutiny that could affect his political standing and future campaigns.

Atlantic sets record for latest first hurricane

The Atlantic’s record-late first hurricane and a seven-day no-development outlook could change when you prepare and affect insurance risk as El Niño alters weather.

Tom Tiffany survives emergency plane landing in lake

The Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate survived an emergency lake landing; voters should monitor his condition and campaign continuity in a close state race.
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Report: one killed after ship struck near Strait of Hormuz

Iranian media report one killed after a commercial ship was struck near the Strait of Hormuz, raising risks for shipping routes and potential oil price pressure.

Week 2 upsets scramble AP Top 25 and playoff picture

Week 2 upsets make the case for Texas at No. 1 and send Oregon tumbling, rearranging rankings that affect playoff hopes, TV viewership and fan travel plans.

Noche UFC card delivers Silva win, Moreno rebound

Noche UFC in Glendale featured Jean Silva beating Jose Miguel Delgado and a Brandon Moreno rebound, updating fighter records and weekend viewing options for MMA fans.
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Lady Gaga welcomes first child with Michael Polansky

Lady Gaga and her fiancé Michael Polansky welcomed their first child, a pop-culture moment driving entertainment coverage and social media attention without official details released.

Alaska drops voter misconduct cases tied to American Samoans

Alaska dropped voter misconduct prosecutions against American Samoans who checked ‘U.S. citizen’ boxes after a court clarified intent rules, ending those criminal cases.
Earlier on PoliticalDad
Yesterday
CIA posts 71 presidential daily briefs on bin Laden and al‑Qaida1:53 PM CBS News
O'Charley's closes all company-owned restaurants after 55 years1:53 PM Delish
Santa Monica cancels Ocean Way after Hurricane Marie erodes beach1:53 PM CBS News Los
30-year mortgage rate hits 6.76%, highest since June 20258:09 AM Yahoo
Lil Durk acquitted in L.A. federal murder-for-hire trial8:09 AM LA Times
Trump urges 30-foot George Washington statue at Smithsonian8:09 AM Trump
Consumer sentiment slips to 47.8 in early September reading8:09 AM Yahoo
U.S. marks 25th 9/11 anniversary with Pentagon ceremony8:09 AM CBS News
3:33 a.m. finish fuels debate over US Open late-night scheduling8:09 AM US Open
Stocks rebound as oil eases and inflation meets expectations8:09 AM TheStreet
Friday
UPDATE: House tees up Rules meeting on Russia–Iran sanctions after Senate passage8:04 PM U.S. House
CDC declares large cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce over8:04 PM U.S. Food
Contractor says faulty repairs—not vandals—caused Reflecting Pool damage8:04 PM The Guardian
Court says Energy Department exceeded authority forcing Michigan coal plant to run1:57 PM Huron Daily
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