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Valkyries Win 2026 WNBA Championship: Game 7 Recap, Gabby Williams’ 30 Points and What’s Next

The Golden State Valkyries beat the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in the first Game 7 in WNBA Finals history to win their first championship in just their second season. Here's how Gabby Williams' 30-point night unfolded, the key stats, the full series results, and what we know about the MVP and a parade.

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When Will We Know Who Won the 2026 Midterms? Poll Closing Times, Key Races and When Results Come In

Polls start closing at 6 p.m. Eastern on Nov. 3, 2026, but control of Congress may not be known for days. Here are poll closing times by state, the Senate races to watch, and why California, Alaska and a possible Georgia runoff could slow the count.

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Why Did Intel Stock Crash 29%? What Intel’s Warning Means for PC Prices and Your Next Laptop

Intel stock fell about 29% on Oct. 30, 2026 after a weak holiday-quarter forecast tied to an AI-driven memory shortage and an Israel factory shutdown. Here's what happened and what it means for laptop and PC prices.

DoorDash Buys Instacart for $17 Billion: What Changes for DashPass, Instacart+ and Your Grocery Orders

DoorDash agreed on Oct. 29 to buy Instacart for about $17 billion. Nothing changes for customers until the deal closes in late 2027 or 2028, but DashPass and Instacart+ would then become one membership. Here's what we know.

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Patrick Stewart Dies at 86: Cause of Death, Tributes, Career Highlights and Where to Watch His Work

Star Trek and X-Men star Sir Patrick Stewart died Oct. 28 at 86 after Alzheimer's disease and Lewy body dementia. Here's what his spokesperson said, the tributes, his career and where to watch.

Noah Wyle smiling at his Hollywood Walk of Fame star ceremony in 2026

Noah Wyle Is People’s Sexiest Man Alive 2026: What He Said, His Family and When The Pitt Season 3 Returns

People named The Pitt star Noah Wyle its 2026 Sexiest Man Alive on Oct. 27. Here's what he said, who his family is, recent past winners and when The Pitt season 3 arrives on HBO Max.

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Touchscreen MacBook Pro: Price, Release Date, OLED Specs and Whether It’s Worth $2,899

Apple's first touchscreen MacBook Pro has a tandem OLED display and Dynamic Island, starts at $2,899 and ships Nov. 6. Here's how it compares with cheaper MacBook Pros and who should buy it.

Carved jack-o-lantern pumpkin for Halloween 2026

Halloween Food Deals 2026: Free Krispy Kreme, $6 Chipotle Boorito and Where Kids Eat Free

Halloween 2026 is Saturday, Oct. 31. Here are the best restaurant freebies and deals, from a free Krispy Kreme doughnut and Chipotle's $6 Boorito entrée to QDOBA's BOGO and where kids eat free, plus the rules for each.

Starbucks Caramel Brulee Latte topped with whipped cream in a red holiday cup

Starbucks Red Cup Day 2026 Is Nov. 17: Holiday Menu Date, New Drinks and When Bearista Cups Return

Starbucks Red Cup Day 2026 is Tuesday, Nov. 17. Here are the holiday menu launch date (Nov. 5), the new Tiramisu Velvet and Apple Pomegranate drinks, holiday food, and when the Bearista cups return (Nov. 10 and Dec. 1).

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Anthropic IPO: When ANT Stock Could Start Trading, Valuation and How Regular Investors Can Buy

Anthropic filed to go public on Oct. 26, 2026, and plans to list on the Nasdaq as ANT. Here's the reported IPO timing and valuation, what the S-1 reveals about Claude's maker, and whether everyday investors can buy shares at the IPO price.

Interior of the Apple Store at Union Square in San Francisco, where iPhone owners can get AppleCare service

iPhone Duo Screen Cracking? What Apple Says, Why It Happens and How to Get a Free Replacement

Apple says a small number of iPhone Duos have a faulty inner display and tells affected owners to contact AppleCare for a replacement. Here's what the cracks look like, what iFixit's teardown suggests is causing them, and what to do if your phone is affected.

Marriner S. Eccles Federal Reserve Board Building in Washington, D.C.

Fed Meeting Oct. 28, 2026: Will Rates Rise Again? What It Means for Your Credit Card, Mortgage and Savings

The Fed decides on interest rates Oct. 28, 2026. Most economists expect a hold at 3.75%-4.00% and a hike in December. Here's what each outcome means for credit cards, mortgages and savings.