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AMERICANALMANAC (Alex Tanzer) - Fake IDs stashed next to Xbox lead to passenger arrest at LaGuardia

TSA officers at New York’s LaGuardia Airport found fraudulent IDs beside a passenger’s Xbox in checked baggage and arrested him moments before he could board. A checked bag set off an alarm on an Xbox gaming system at LaGuardia Airport this month, and the search that followed turned up more than a video game console. […] The post Fake IDs stashed next to Xbox lead to passenger arrest at LaGuardia appeared first on American Almanac .

TSA officers at New York’s LaGuardia Airport found fraudulent IDs beside a passenger’s Xbox in checked baggage and arrested him moments before he could board. A checked bag set off an alarm on an Xbox gaming system at LaGuardia Airport this month, and the search that followed turned up more than a video game console. Fox News reported that TSA Officer Ashley Leo, working the on-screen resolution area, diverted the bag to the checked baggage resolution area. Supervisory Transportation Security Officer Christopher Ramos searched it and found a plastic bag holding several fake driver’s licenses sitting next to the Xbox. Authorities confirmed the IDs were fraudulent. Port Authority police arrested the unnamed passenger moments before his…Open

Aside from the incident at LaGuardia, what other recent prohibited item discoveries were mentioned at different airports?
At Dallas Love Field, officers found a pocketknife hidden inside a toothpaste tube during carry-on screening, and at Tampa International Airport, screeners found a 4-inch double-edged knife concealed inside a baseball bat-shaped flashlight.
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According to TSA LaGuardia Federal Security Director John Essig, how did the discovery of the fraudulent IDs relate to the TSA's security model?
Essig stated that identifying fraudulent IDs is part of the TSA’s layered security approach, which helps ensure that people entering secure areas are who they claim to be and protects the safety of the traveling public.
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Who were the specific officials involved in the security discovery and subsequent arrest at LaGuardia Airport?
TSA Officer Ashley Leo diverted the bag to the checked baggage resolution area, and Supervisory Transportation Security Officer Christopher Ramos performed the search that uncovered the fake IDs. Following the discovery, TSA management, airport officials, and Port Authority police took over, resulting in the arrest of the passenger by Port Authority police.
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How were the fraudulent IDs identified by Supervisory Transportation Security Officer Christopher Ramos during the search at LaGuardia Airport?
Ramos noticed that while the driver's licenses had various different dates of birth and different class types, they all featured the same photograph, which he described as a toolkit for impersonation.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Jack Newsome) - St. Pete Beach firefighter takes Guinness mark as shortest woman on the job

A Florida firefighter who stands 4 feet 5 inches tall has earned a Guinness World Record as the shortest woman in the profession after five years answering calls. UPI reported that Kelso, who works in St. Pete Beach, Fla., now holds the title following a formal measuring process set by Guinness World Records. She did […] The post St. Pete Beach firefighter takes Guinness mark as shortest woman on the job appeared first on American Almanac .

A Florida firefighter who stands 4 feet 5 inches tall has earned a Guinness World Record as the shortest woman in the profession after five years answering calls. UPI reported that Kelso, who works in St. Pete Beach, Fla., now holds the title following a formal measuring process set by Guinness World Records. She did not chase the honor when she first put on the gear. The idea started as a firehouse joke. Kelso told Guinness she spent her 20s in the corporate world before colleagues pushed her toward the fire service. She has now served five years and still walks into burning buildings and hauls heavy equipment with the rest of the crew. Firehouse joke turns into a measured title One of the guys looked up the record category one day and…Open

What nickname do Kelso's colleagues use for her due to her ability to climb on things at a scene?
Her colleagues call her "spider monkey" because of how she moves and climbs on whatever she needs to while on scene.
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How did Kelso's pursuit of the Guinness World Record title begin?
The pursuit began as a firehouse joke after one of her colleagues looked up the record category and realized she might qualify.
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Who is listed by Guinness as the shortest male firefighter, and what is his height?
Vince Brasco is listed by Guinness as the shortest male firefighter, standing at 4 feet 2 inches.
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How long has Kelso been working as a firefighter in Florida?
Kelso has been serving as a firefighter for five years.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Alan Benson) - Ella Langley draws fire after shutting down fan who asked her out

Country singer Ella Langley went viral for rejecting a fan’s public date pitch after a Knoxville show, and some online critics still wanted a softer no. Ella Langley had just finished a Sept. 24 show at Food City Center in Knoxville, Tennessee, when a fan shouted a date request through a parking-lot fence. She answered […] The post Ella Langley draws fire after shutting down fan who asked her out appeared first on American Almanac .

Country singer Ella Langley went viral for rejecting a fan’s public date pitch after a Knoxville show, and some online critics still wanted a softer no. Ella Langley had just finished a Sept. 24 show at Food City Center in Knoxville, Tennessee, when a fan shouted a date request through a parking-lot fence. She answered in one line, the exchange hit TikTok, and a slice of the comment section decided her tone was the problem. Page Six reported that TikTok user Tiki filmed the moment and posted it, turning a backstage exit into a referendum on how a woman is supposed to refuse a stranger. The ask was blunt. So was the reply. A fence, a camera, and a one-line no Tiki called out, “Ella, how many likes to take you on a date?” Langley…Open

Who was Ella Langley recently seen with at a Nashville event, sparking dating rumors?
She was seen leaving a Nashville event with fellow country singer Tucker Wetmore.
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What musical achievement is mentioned in relation to Ella Langley's career during this time?
Her song “Choosin’ Texas” had spent 23 weeks at No. 1, which was described as the longest-running No. 1 in Billboard Hot 100 history.
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How did Ella Langley explain the tone of her rejection in response to the online comments?
Langley explained that her response "was meant to come off as dark humor" and noted that the situation made her feel nervous after the silence followed her remark.
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What was the specific dialogue during the interaction filmed by TikTok user Tiki?
After Tiki asked, “Ella, how many likes to take you on a date?”, Langley responded, “Not enough in the world,” before frowning and looking away. The man then responded by saying, “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.”
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AMERICANALMANAC (Jack Newsome) - Ontario police free ‘Rocky’ the raccoon from highway sewer grate

Ontario police blocked a highway ramp lane to free a raccoon stuck headfirst in a sewer grate, and the animal dubbed Rocky fled unharmed. Sharp-eyed drivers spotted trouble on a busy Ontario interchange and called it in. What they saw was a raccoon’s head sticking out of a sewer grate on the left shoulder of […] The post Ontario police free ‘Rocky’ the raccoon from highway sewer grate appeared first on American Almanac .

Ontario police blocked a highway ramp lane to free a raccoon stuck headfirst in a sewer grate, and the animal dubbed Rocky fled unharmed. Sharp-eyed drivers spotted trouble on a busy Ontario interchange and called it in. What they saw was a raccoon’s head sticking out of a sewer grate on the left shoulder of a highway ramp near Burlington. Officers with the Ontario Provincial Police answered the call, shut down the left lane, lifted the grate, and got the animal out. The raccoon did not appear injured. Once free, it ran off on foot. OPP members stationed in Burlington handled the rescue on the ramp from eastbound Highway 403 to Highway 407. The department later nicknamed the critter “Rocky” in social media posts about the stop.…Open

What was the impact on traffic during the rescue of the raccoon?
The primary traffic impact was a temporary closure of the left lane of the highway ramp to allow officers to work safely.
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How was the Ontario Provincial Police alerted to the raccoon stuck in the sewer grate?
Sharp-eyed drivers spotted the raccoon's head sticking out of the sewer grate at a busy Ontario interchange and called it in to the Burlington OPP.
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Which law enforcement agency was responsible for freeing the raccoon nicknamed "Rocky"?
The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), specifically members stationed in Burlington, handled the rescue by shutting down the left lane of the highway ramp to safely lift the grate and extract the animal.
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Where exactly did the rescue of the raccoon known as "Rocky" take place?
The rescue took place on a highway ramp from eastbound Highway 403 to Highway 407 near Burlington, Ontario, where the raccoon was stuck in a sewer grate on the left shoulder.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Charles McAdams) - Towns mark Dolly Parton Day with pink lights, parades and books for kids

Communities from Nashville to New Orleans are marking Sept. 25 as Dolly Parton Day with pink lights, parades and book drives after the country star’s death last month at 80. State and local leaders from California to Manhattan have set aside the date as an annual tribute to the singer, songwriter, actress and philanthropist, Breitbart […] The post Towns mark Dolly Parton Day with pink lights, parades and books for kids appeared first on American Almanac .

Communities from Nashville to New Orleans are marking Sept. 25 as Dolly Parton Day with pink lights, parades and book drives after the country star’s death last month at 80. State and local leaders from California to Manhattan have set aside the date as an annual tribute to the singer, songwriter, actress and philanthropist, Breitbart News reported . The choice of Sept. 25 is a nod to her hit “9 to 5.” Parton died of cancer last month. She had lived in Nashville since she was 18 and built a career that stretched from country radio to film, business and large-scale charity work. The day is less about celebrity gloss and more about the habits she practiced in public: show up, give freely, and put books in children’s hands. Nashville…Open

Who is the president of The Dollywood Foundation?
Jeff Conyers is the president of The Dollywood Foundation.
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What civic action are Tennessee state and local officials taking to honor Dolly Parton's legacy?
Tennessee state and local officials are moving to rename the local airport after her.
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What was the cause of Dolly Parton's death and at what age did she pass away?
Dolly Parton died of cancer at the age of 80.
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In what regions does the Imagination Library ship books, and how many does it distribute monthly?
The Imagination Library ships more than a million books each month to children in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Australia.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Sadie Smith) - Tiffany makes Off-Broadway debut after trading Hollywood for Nashville

1980s pop star Tiffany has made her Off-Broadway debut in “Spandex the Musical,” fulfilling an acting dream after leaving Hollywood for a quieter life in Nashville. Fox News Digital reports that Tiffany Darwish, now 54, stepped onto the Off-Broadway stage last week in the role of Linda Gustafson. The show is a 10-day limited engagement […] The post Tiffany makes Off-Broadway debut after trading Hollywood for Nashville appeared first on American Almanac .

1980s pop star Tiffany has made her Off-Broadway debut in “Spandex the Musical,” fulfilling an acting dream after leaving Hollywood for a quieter life in Nashville. Fox News Digital reports that Tiffany Darwish, now 54, stepped onto the Off-Broadway stage last week in the role of Linda Gustafson. The show is a 10-day limited engagement running through Sept. 27. After each performance, she sings her signature hit “I Think We’re Alone Now” at the curtain call. The part closes a circle she put on hold nearly four decades ago. Before the charts took over her life, she was a dancer and an actor. Then the song hit, and those plans waited. Fame hit at 15, then the malls, then the Billboard charts Tiffany rose to fame at 15. In June 1987…Open

What culinary ventures has Tiffany Darwish been involved in?
Tiffany Darwish has released cookbooks, including “Breakfast with Tiffany” and “POP LIFE: The Ultimate ‘80s Kitchen Encore” (co-authored with Las Vegas chef Alicia Shevetone), and she also hosts culinary events under the brand “Let’s Food With Tiffany.”
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Why did Tiffany Darwish move from Hollywood to Nashville?
Tiffany Darwish moved to Nashville in the early 2000s for a quieter life on a ranch, describing the move as a return to a place that always felt like home.
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What are some of Tiffany Darwish's significant musical achievements during her career?
After launching her Shopping Mall Tour ’87 in June 1987, her cover of the 1967 Tommy James and the Shondells track "I Think We’re Alone Now" reached No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 by September. At age 16, she became the youngest female artist to top the Billboard 200 with her debut album, “Could’ve Been.” Her sophomore album, “Hold an Old Friend’s Hand,” went platinum and produced the Top 10 single “All This Time.”
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What is the connection between Tiffany Darwish's Off-Broadway performance and the Children’s Miracle Network?
“Spandex The Musical” is partnering with the Children’s Miracle Network, with a portion of the proceeds going toward helping children and families in need through the organization, which raises money for 170 children’s hospitals across the United States and Canada.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Alex Tanzer) - Sydney Sweeney sports initials matching Scooter Braun in new Syrn lingerie photos

Sydney Sweeney modeled a pale pink bra for her lingerie brand while wearing a gold “SB” necklace that matches boyfriend Scooter Braun’s initials, without either of them spelling out what it means. The Fox News Digital report describes new campaign images from SYRN by Sydney Sweeney in which the “Euphoria” star wears the brand’s pale […] The post Sydney Sweeney sports initials matching Scooter Braun in new Syrn lingerie photos appeared first on American Almanac .

Sydney Sweeney modeled a pale pink bra for her lingerie brand while wearing a gold “SB” necklace that matches boyfriend Scooter Braun’s initials, without either of them spelling out what it means. The Fox News Digital report describes new campaign images from SYRN by Sydney Sweeney in which the “Euphoria” star wears the brand’s pale pink Smooth Cup Demi bra and a gold necklace stamped with the letters “SB.” The company posted the photos as an Instagram carousel that also included a mirror selfie in the same look. The caption read, “Send Nudes, now yours. Syd wears the Smooth Cup Demi in Babe.” Neither Sweeney nor the brand identified the necklace’s meaning. The initials simply match those of music executive Scooter…Open

What is the current relationship status of Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun according to sources cited by People?
Sources describe the pair as "very serious," noting that Sweeney spends time around Braun's children, and that the relationship began after Sweeney ended her engagement to Jonathan Davino.
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What did Scooter Braun write in his Instagram tribute to Sydney Sweeney for her 29th birthday on September 12?
Braun posted that she makes him "smile harder, laugh louder, adventure more, and dream bigger," stating that she makes the "ordinary feel exciting and the future feel like something I can't wait to get to," and concluded with "Happy birthday Syd. Many more celebrations ahead. I love you."
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What specific details were provided about the SYRN Smooth Cup Demi bra featured in the campaign?
The Smooth Cup Demi is designed for everyday wear with a fit similar to the brand's Romantic Demi style, featuring a smooth cup meant to sit cleanly under T-shirts.
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How did Sydney Sweeney and Scooter Braun's relationship reportedly begin according to reports?
People reported that the pair connected in Venice in the summer of 2025 around the time of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez’s wedding, and by September 2025, they were reported to be seeing each other casually.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Alex Tanzer) - Missouri AG probes ActBlue over alleged foreign fundraising fraud

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is investigating ActBlue over claims the Democratic fundraising platform accepted fraudulent foreign contributions that may have reached state campaigns. Republican Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway’s office has launched a formal probe into ActBlue, the Democratic Party’s largest online fundraising platform, over allegations it took in fraudulent and potentially illegal foreign […] The post Missouri AG probes ActBlue over alleged foreign fundraising fraud appeared first on American Almanac .

Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway is investigating ActBlue over claims the Democratic fundraising platform accepted fraudulent foreign contributions that may have reached state campaigns. Republican Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway’s office has launched a formal probe into ActBlue, the Democratic Party’s largest online fundraising platform, over allegations it took in fraudulent and potentially illegal foreign political contributions. Her office issued civil investigative demands seeking records on ActBlue’s donation-processing systems and fraud-prevention practices. The company must turn over the materials by Oct. 8. The inquiry follows information referred by the House Administration Committee and will examine…Open

How did the House Administration Committee contribute to the investigation in Missouri?
The investigation by the Missouri Attorney General's office follows information and a referral provided by the House Administration Committee regarding ActBlue's conduct and verification gaps.
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What is the deadline for ActBlue to respond to the civil investigative demands issued by the Missouri Attorney General's office?
ActBlue is required to turn over the requested materials, which include records on donation-processing systems and fraud-prevention practices, by October 8.
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What specific data was reported regarding foreign IP addresses and fraudulent transactions on ActBlue between September 2022 and November 2024?
Between September 2022 and November 2024, ActBlue logged approximately 1,900 fraudulent transactions. Additionally, between September and October 2024 alone, at least 237 donations originated from foreign IP addresses using prepaid U.S. debit or gift cards. The flagged activity included traffic tied to Brazil, Colombia, India, Iraq, the Philippines, and Saudi Arabia, yet the platform blocked under 0.1% of the transactions it had already flagged as suspicious.
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What were the results of ActBlue's decision to loosen fraud standards during the 2024 election cycle?
Internal records indicate that ActBlue made its donation standards more lenient twice in 2024, specifically in April and September. These changes resulted in the system missing an additional 14 to 28 fraudulent contributions per month, meaning up to 6.4% of donations that should have been rejected were allowed to proceed.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Alan Benson) - High court again blocks Missouri GOP bid to use new House map mid-election

The U.S. Supreme Court for a third time blocked Missouri Republicans from using their 2025 congressional map, warning a late switch would create electoral chaos. NBC News reported that the justices on Friday shut down efforts to revive the Republican-drawn map for midterms already underway, granting an emergency application from the challengers at People Not […] The post High court again blocks Missouri GOP bid to use new House map mid-election appeared first on American Almanac .

The U.S. Supreme Court for a third time blocked Missouri Republicans from using their 2025 congressional map, warning a late switch would create electoral chaos. NBC News reported that the justices on Friday shut down efforts to revive the Republican-drawn map for midterms already underway, granting an emergency application from the challengers at People Not Politicians and leaving no dissents. The election will proceed under the 2022 map, which holds six seats for Republicans and two for Democrats. The 2025 map would have eliminated one Democratic seat held by Rep. Emanuel Cleaver. The Court blocked an Eighth Circuit ruling that had sought to put the newer map back in play. Absentee voting had already begun, and the state had started…Open

Who were the plaintiffs in the lawsuit filed on September 4 seeking to restore the Republican-drawn 2025 map?
The lawsuit was filed by Republican nominee Rick Brattin, Rep. Bob Onder, and two voters.
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What role did the Missouri Secretary of State, Denny Hoskins, play in the dispute over the 2025 congressional map?
Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins rejected a proposal to hold a referendum on the new map and ordered the 2025 map to be used. This action led the Missouri Supreme Court to find no grounds to reject the referendum, put the new map on hold, and hold Hoskins in contempt.
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How did Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe respond to the Supreme Court's decision to maintain the 2022 map for the general election?
Governor Mike Kehoe, a Republican, expressed disappointment with the ruling on X, noting that the general election will now use a different map than the primary election. He stated that voters "deserved consistency and certainty, and not for the rules to be changed between elections," but affirmed that Missouri will follow the Court's order.
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What was the specific reason cited by the U.S. Supreme Court for blocking the Eighth Circuit's ruling that sought to implement the 2025 map?
The Supreme Court blocked the Eighth Circuit ruling because the election "is not merely upcoming; it has already started," and the justices emphasized their long-standing caution against lower federal courts altering a state's election rules on the eve of an election to avoid disorder.
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YOUTUBE (Fox Business) - General Jack Keane: This is 'INEVITABLE' | Recap

From retired General Jack Keane’s warning of looming combat operations against Iran to a landmark U.S.-China tariff decision, an $11 billion California welfare investigation and John Catsimatidis’ stark warning about oil market turmoil, here are the defining stories shaping U.S. foreign policy and the economy. 0:00 | This is 'TERRIBLE NEWS' for the housing market, expert warns 3:46 | INEVITABLE: Gen. Jack Keane says major Iran combat operations are coming 11:26 | Fmr US ambassador to Denmark sends major WARNING to Trump 15:42 | EXPOSED: Report finds California spent at least $11B on illegal immigrant welfare 22:57 | Lt Gen Kellogg: Putin needs to be told 'IT'S TIME TO GO HOME' 31:31 | ‘TRADE TRUCE’: Trump and Xi make MAJOR tariff…

What did John Catsimatidis warn about in relation to the oil market?
John Catsimatidis issued a stark warning about oil market turmoil.
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What warning did John Catsimatidis issue regarding Washington and Trump's power?
John Catsimatidis warned that Washington is "UNDER ATTACK" as "CREATED TURMOIL" limits Trump's power.
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What did Lt Gen Kellogg suggest should be said to Putin?
Lt Gen Kellogg suggested that Putin needs to be told "IT'S TIME TO GO HOME."
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What was the recent decision made by Donald Trump and Xi Jinping regarding tariffs?
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping made a major tariff decision, referred to as a "trade truce."
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