Country music’s biggest jerk? Ranking names some surprising picks

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Trump backs estranged mother featured in ad that calls Ohio candidate a 'liar'

President Donald Trump sided with Donna Arthur, the estranged mother of Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton, over a controversial campaign ad in which Arthur calls her daughter a...

Published Oct 22, 2026, 3:19 PM EDT

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American Express partners with Airbnb for bookings and rewards

American Express is partnering with Airbnb to offer cardholders exclusive booking benefits. Depending on the deal, AmEx customers may be able to pay for Airbnb stays with their...

Published Oct 22, 2026, 3:00 PM EDT

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Todd Benzinger, 1990 World Series champion, dies at 63

The Cincinnati Reds announced that Todd Benzinger, who won a World Series with the team in 1990, has died. He was 63.

Published Oct 22, 2026, 2:56 PM EDT

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Bankrupt Wendy’s operator to sell 42 restaurants for $18.6M

Meritage Hospitality Group, a major operator of Wendy’s franchises, filed for bankruptcy in September and is now set to sell 42 restaurants across four states for $18.6 million....

Published Oct 22, 2026, 2:51 PM EDT

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Judge pauses Trump administration noncitizen voting probe in Pennsylvania

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to pause its investigation into alleged noncitizen voting in Pennsylvania; the ruling extends to eight other states. The judge found...

Published Oct 22, 2026, 2:45 PM EDT

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Social Security launches most comprehensive records cleanup in 91-year history

The Social Security Administration is undertaking its most comprehensive records cleanup in the agency's 91-year history. Accurate records are important to help government agencies verify identities and prevent...

Published Oct 22, 2026, 2:37 PM EDT

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Walmart recalls 44,000 cans of Great Value fruit cocktail over lead concerns

Approximately 44,000 cans of Walmart’s Great Value Fruit Cocktail in Fruit Juice are being recalled due to possible lead contamination. The recall affects products distributed in seven states;...

Published Oct 22, 2026, 2:35 PM EDT

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Football Player of the Week for Oct. 22

Week 8 featured several unforgettable high school football contests. This roundup honors the players who turned in standout performances for local New Jersey teams, Colonial League squads and...

Published Oct 22, 2026, 2:30 PM EDT

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Trump makes bizarre sound during South Carolina midterm rally

President Donald Trump uttered an unusual sound while speaking at a midterm campaign rally Wednesday night in South Carolina. The noise occurred as he described how then–South Carolina...

Published Oct 22, 2026, 2:27 PM EDT

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Pumpkin chocoflan

This seasonal take on the beloved Mexican chocoflan layers a creamy spiced pumpkin custard atop a rich chocolate-pumpkin sponge to create a spectacular fall showstopper. It’s designed as...

Published Oct 22, 2026, 2:22 PM EDT