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October 19, 2025

USA Today

Was Ohtani Best-Ever Athlete?

Despite Shohei Ohtani's stellar performance in the NLCS, featuring three home runs and six scoreless innings, the debate continues over whether it ranks as the greatest sports performance ever.
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The Wall Street Journal

JPMorgan CEO Calls Staff Back

In October 2025, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon announced a return-to-office plan at 270 Park Avenue, balancing remote work flexibility with in-person collaboration to maintain company culture.
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Politico

GOP Faces Dilemma on Messaging

Republicans nationwide grapple with whether to denounce or deflect after private discussions reveal troubling content, while state-level GOP leaders take various stances in response.
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ABC7

5 Freeway Closed for Exercise

The 5 Freeway experienced closures for a live-fire exercise celebrating the U.S. Marine Corps' 250th anniversary, attended by Vice President JD Vance and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, causing significant traffic congestion.
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USAFacts

Best and Worst Airports for Delays

In the second quarter of 2025, nearly 25% of domestic flights did not arrive on time, marking the worst performance since 2014, with Hawaiian Airlines and Salt Lake City Airport leading in punctuality.
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Gizmodo

Cars Most Likely To Be Targeted

A report reveals that certain car colors and brands, like brown, red, black, and Ram trucks, are more likely to be targeted by birds for droppings, impacting drivers' daily routines and finances.
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