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1. A mutated virus is driving the US into an early flu season, especially on the West Coast  CNN
2. Flu Season Has Landed Early, and Your Vaccination Is Overdue  Bloomberg.com
3. Flu season is hitting early, doctors recommend vaccinations  WMUR
4. Does an early flu season mean a more severe one?  NewsNation
5. Early US flu season, current strain may signal risk for younger people; doctors urge shots  Reuters

1. Trump rallying with Senate hopeful Ashley Hinson in Iowa as she pledges to push back on White House  CBS News
2. Live updates: Trump to campaign for Ashley Hinson and other GOP candidates in Iowa  NBC News
3. Trump rallies in Iowa where farmers have been hit hard by tariffs and rising fuel prices  MS NOW
4. Trump heads to Iowa as Republicans fight for seats in longtime stronghold  Reuters
5. President Trump Rally Forecast (10/22/2026)  Yahoo

1. Trump says Google's CEO rejected his plan to change the Atlantic's name to the 'Trump Ocean'  Business Insider
2. Trump says he called Google’s CEO to discuss renaming Atlantic Ocean  The Washington Post
3. Trump shares Google’s response to renaming Atlantic Ocean request  Newsweek
4. Trump says Google now kisses 'his a--,' thanks to the power he holds in his second term as president  Yahoo Finance
5. After Google renames 'Lake Ontario' to 'Lake America' in the US; CEO Sundar Pichai says no to US government's request on changing name of Atlantic Ocean; tells: No, no, no, this time I'm not doing it as …  The Times of India

The Jacksonville Jaguars are 4-2 after losing to the Houston Texans in Week 6. After two weeks in London, the Jaguars have a bye week before facing another divisional foe, the Indianapolis Colts, in Week 8.

Looking at the season so far, there are certain takeaways that have become obvious. Here are six lessons learned through the bye.

The Jaguars can win in more than one way

Jacksonville has proved that it doesn't need to rely on one specific formula to walk away with a victory. Cleveland and New England were comfortable wins. Cincinnati required them to survive a huge passing day. Philadelphia was ugly — penalties, no takeaways, protection issues, emergency long snapper — and they still won 19-17. The Jaguars are 4-2 entering the bye, despite the games looking very different from week to week.

This is a team that often, no matter what, finds a way to win.

Parker Washington isn’t a breakout story anymore

Washington had a huge breakout season in 2025, and there were questions about whether or not he would continue to emerge in 2026. Those questions have officially been answered; Parker Washington is the real deal, and well on his way to becoming an elite receiver. Not only is he Jacksonville's clear WR1, but it's all the more impressive considering he fought his way to that spot from a sixth-round pick.

Jacksonville’s young core is developing faster than expected

The Jaguars were criticized heavily in the offseason for letting Travis Etienne and Devin Lloyd walk in free agency without signing known star players to replace them. Instead, Jacksonville felt confident in its young up-and-comers, Bhayshul Tuten and Ventrell Miller. Travis Hunter likewise faced some skepticism after a slow start to the season.

Now, going into the bye, Ventrell and Miller are rated among the best at their respective positions, and Hunter has proven that he is an elite cornerback and can make plays on offense.

The Jaguars’ biggest opponent may be themselves

Jacksonville had huge problems against Cincinnati and Philadelphia, with 13 penalties in each game, including 125 yards against Cincinnati and 100 against Philadelphia. Against Philly specifically, they erased the opening kickoff touchdown, repeatedly put themselves behind the chains and went 0-for-3 in the red zone, and still somehow won.

The Jaguars have proven they can overcome self-inflicted mistakes. However, they cannot afford to continue making them the entire season long.

The offensive line remains a big question mark

Lawrence has taken too much punishment at times, Jalen Carter had two strip-sacks in London, and now Anton Harrison is headed for knee surgery. Most areas of the roster have given us reasons for increased confidence. Protection is the glaring exception.

While Lawrence and the offense have been able to avoid catastrophic mistakes, the pressure can't keep happening.

The Jaguars’ defense is legitimately dominant

The takeaways drew most of the attention early, and understandably so, but Jacksonville’s defense has shown it is much more than a unit living off turnovers. The Jaguars have consistently shut down opposing running games, kept points off the board, and come through in critical situations.

The run defense is particularly strong, with no individual rusher reaching 75 yards against Jacksonville in 24 consecutive games. No other team has accomplished this since the AFL-NFL merger. Altogether, it proves that this defense is a legitimately elite unit that other teams should fear.

This article originally appeared on Jaguars Wire: 6 things we’ve learned about the Jaguars entering the bye

Anthony Slater: Yaxel Lendeborg said he “lost all respect” for Luka Doncic after facing him tonight because he said Doncic was “complaining the entire game.” On his interaction with Doncic: “I told him he sucks. He can’t score on me.”

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Benjamin Royer: Luka Doncic: "I mean, he was talking crazy. But, you know, I wasn't trying to talk back. This season, I'm trying to not get techs. It was the first time that was not a double tech, cause I didn't say nothing. So I'm working on it. But as you see, I think it worked great."

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Anthony Slater: Draymond Green on Yaxel Lendeborg going at Luka Doncic: “Everyone will say the rookie learned his lesson. What he learn? The next time he see him, go at his ass again.” Full soundbite

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Draymond Green on Luka Doncic: "Luka will never win an MVP in the NBA. This is the last possible year he can win it. Because if Luka could go average 34 points a game, they're going to be like, oh, yeah, of course Luka average 34 points a game. And it's like JT could go average 30, they're going to be like, oh, yeah, we know he can average 30 points a game. He can average both of them can average 30, 11, and eight. Oh, yeah, we know they're supposed like it won't be viewed as somebody else averaging those numbers. It it's like people get fatigued of it. Same thing happened with LeBron James. You can't tell me he only should have four MVPs. "

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In the postgame interview, coach Steve Kerr pointed out the 24-year-old Lendeborg's learning curve. “This was a great welcome-to-the-NBA game for him. Having to guard Luka, who is as tough to guard as anybody in the world. Having to learn all the little tricks that exist in the NBA. He had three fouls that probably wouldn’t be fouls in any other league in the world. But it's the NBA. He's gotta learn this stuff,” said Kerr in the video posted by The Athletic's Anthony Slater. “It's his first game. He's an unbelievable young guy, great talent. It was a frustrating night for him, but a lesson well learned, and he'll get better from here.”

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Kevin Keegan Tributes Flowers Scarves St James' Park Newcastle United

A new Kevin Keegan tribute has been unveiled.

Newcastle United fans getting a chance to visit.

The special Kevin Keegan tribute will only be on show across 48 hours, a couple of days.

Entrance is free for Newcastle United fans (and indeed those who are not) but you need to book (free) tickets.

The club announcing on Thursday morning: ‘Newcastle United will place supporter tributes to Kevin Keegan on public display at Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art later this month, giving fans and the wider community an opportunity to reflect on the life of a North East icon. Thousands of supporters paid tribute to the Magpies legend following his passing, leaving heartfelt messages, shirts, scarves and mementos outside St. James’ Park. The club’s opening Premier League fixture against Liverpool, another of Keegan’s former clubs, also provided an emotional opportunity for supporters to come together in remembrance.’

The window of opportunity to visit the special Kevin Keegan tribute is the weekend after next, the club detailing: ‘Now, those tributes will form a free public display at Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art on Saturday 31st October and Sunday 1st November, offering visitors the chance to honour a figure whose influence on Newcastle United and the region spanned generations.’

Newcastle United explaining what the event will contain:

‘The display will feature tributes created by the club and supporters in memory of Kevin Keegan, including:

The centre-circle banner: The 17.5-metre banner, designed by fan group Wor Flags, using over 500 football shirts and handwritten tributes left outside St. James’ Park.

Feature Image: A statement photograph wall capturing the tributes shared by fans during the fixture against Liverpool in August.

Memorial film projection: Screening of Newcastle United’s commemorative film celebrating the legendary former player and manager.

Newcastle United staff and volunteers plus Baltic Crew will be on hand throughout the weekend to assist visitors and facilitate the experience.’

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Brad Miller is Newcastle United’s Chief Operating Officer:“The tributes left following Kevin Keegan’s passing touched millions around the world, with more than 52,000 fans uniting at St. James’ Park to pay their respects during our opening fixture against Liverpool. This display offers an opportunity for more fans and the wider public to view those tributes up close, reflect on Kevin’s extraordinary impact, and celebrate the legacy he leaves for generations of supporters. It also ensures that our fans’ heartfelt messages are carefully preserved, honouring a truly legendary figure.”

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Newcastle United giving these details of how to plan your visit to the Kevin Keegan tribute event and most importantly, get hold of the tickets before it is fully booked:

‘While the event is free to attend, tickets are required to manage capacity and ensure a meaningful experience for all visitors.

Dates: Saturday 31st October & Sunday 1st November

Opening Times: 10.00am – 6.00pm daily (last entry 5.00pm)

Location: Level 1, Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, Gateshead

Tickets: Bookable free of charge from 10am, Thursday 22 October via www.baltic.art/keegan‘

Sounds like one not to be missed.

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Yaxel Lendeborg's odds of winning the 2026-27 NBA Rookie of the Year have climbed from 6.7% to 11.2% over the past 24 hours on Polymarket, a 4.5-point move.

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Benjamin Royer: I asked Lakers center Walker Kessler about what he saw that made him so comfortable out there tonight. “I mean, it's not what I saw. It's what Luka and AR and all the other guys saw, throwing me the ball, honestly,” he said, adding that his mentality is focused on dunking.”

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Benjamin Royer: Lakers star Luka Dončić on Walker Kessler’s debut (26 pts on 12-12 shooting, to go with nine rebounds and two blocks) in the season-opening victory over the Golden State Warriors. “Very impressive game from him.” More from Luka on his new franchise center:

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NBA Trade Machine: On HoopsMatic over the past 24 hours, Karl-Anthony Towns showed up in 3.6% of all trades built. Among those, he was most often sent to Houston (18.5%), Detroit (9.3%), and Denver (7.4%), and the return pieces that came up most often were Jabari Smith (16.7%), Alperen Sengun (13.0%), and Reed Sheppard (11.1%).

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1. The Nintendo Switch 2 Has Been Hacked, As First Jailbreak Blows The Modding, Emulation, and Homebrew Floodgates Wide Open  Wccftech
2. Nintendo Switch 2 has been jailbroken for the first time  Nintendo Everything
3. Nintendo Switch 2 jailbroken for the first time thanks to AI, but taking part involves a $25 eShop purchase I don't see sticking around  GamesRadar+
4. Nintendo Switch 2 Jailbreak: ns2jb, AI and a $25 Game [2026]  shattered.io
5. Hacker Claims Nintendo Switch 2 Hacked, Shows Modified Mario Kart World  iXBT.games

1. Higher, Faster, Gnarlier: Have Roller Coasters Become Too Extreme?  The New York Times
2. Man who died at Six Flags Over Georgia will be laid to rest Monday  WSB-TV
3. LETTER: Behold the beast  The Rome News-Tribune
4. Mako coaster reopens at SeaWorld after closure following Goliath incident in Ga.  Orlando Sentinel

1. In You Can See Everything, it’s Elizabeth Holmes’s partner who makes for 2026’s timeliest villain  The Guardian
2. I was a Theranos whistleblower. In ‘You Can See Everything,’ Elizabeth Holmes is still lying  STAT
3. I’m a Therapist Trained to Read Facial Cues. This Is Why ‘You Can See Everything’ Is So Unsettling  TODAY.com
4. Donald Trump should love the new documentary about Elizabeth Holmes  The Economist
5. Twin Cities moviegoers run to see ‘You Can See Everything’  Star Tribune

1. "Stop whining": What Vance's take on Ohio ad controversy means for 2028  Axios
2. Vivek Ramaswamy campaign ad for Ohio ‘shameful, disgusting’, says Republican congresswoman – US politics live  The Guardian
3. 'Grotesque': Joe slams Trump, Vance over their reaction to Ramaswamy attack ad  Yahoo
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1. Serbian Election Underscores the Region’s Long Political Limbo  The New York Times
2. Opinion | Something Astonishing Is Happening in Serbia. The World Should Take Note.  The New York Times
3. What is at stake in Serbia’s election? The key players, main issues and potential fallout  The Guardian
4. Beatings, cyberattacks and threats darken Vucic's Serbia ahead of elections  Reuters
5. Students march into Belgrade while populist Vucic holds rally in Serbia's south ahead of vote  AP News

1. Trump's redistricting gave Republicans a head start, now it goes to the voters  NPR
2. How the Republican redistricting gambit faltered under Trump slump  Reuters
3. Texas redistricting may backfire — and take out some rising Latino GOP stars  The Washington Post
4. Donald Trump Asked Texas for Five More Republicans. Voters Might Have Other Plans.  Mother Jones
5. Republicans see shrinking boost from redistricting  Axios