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Anthony Stolarz sizzles as Maple Leafs out-gun McDavid, Draisaitl and Oilers in rout
Connor McDavid could drive away with this year's NHL scoring title, but he encountered a speed bump on Saturday against the visiting Maple Leafs. William Nylander scored twice in a four-goal Leafs third period at Rogers Arena and Anthony Stolarz was brilliant with 30 saves as Toronto rolled over the Edmonton Oilers 7-2 for their […]
Leafs scorch Oilers 7-2 for fourth win in a row
William Nylander had two goals, including the 300th of his career, as the Toronto Maple Leafs scorched the Edmonton Oilers 7-2 on Saturday.
'I starred in it': Obama unloads on vicious attacks targeting Michigan Dem's Muslim faith
DETROIT — As pundits and commentators question whether Michigan's Democratic Party base is unified ahead of the Nov. 3 general election, the party brought one of its most formidable communicators — former President Barack Obama — into the Great Lakes state on Saturday to energize voters for Abdul El-Sayed, Jocelyn Benson and the party's entire 2026 slate.El-Sayed, the nominee for the U.S. Senate, is in a tight battle against Republican former U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers. Meanwhile, Benson, the current secretary of state, is up against Republican U.S. Rep. John James of Shelby Township, a race in which several polls show Benson ahead.The Senate race, however, has become contentious and a bellwether contest for Democrats, who must hold the seat this November if the party wants to take back control of the upper chamber of Congress. The former president called for Michiganders to hold strong and vote for the entire Democratic ticket — including El-Sayed — despite calls from some in the Black and Jewish community to leave the U.S. Senate section blank."Abdul and Jocelyn understand that this election is not about them or you, but about we," Obama said. "It's not just about economics. It's not just about inflation. It's not just about policy. It's about values. There's a moral component to the choices that we face right now, and we are not going to fix a system that's broken, we won't unrig our economy, so long as we have a culture that anything goes; where what is true and what's false is poured into social media and money is the measure of our worth. … That's part of what is going on right now. We have lost touch with those things that really matter in our life." Obama also offered praise for other Democratic candidates, several members of whom — Lt. Gov. Garlin Gilchrist, Washtenaw County Prosecutor Eli Savit and 10th Congressional District nominee Christina Hines — also gave remarks. Gilchrist is seeking Benson's current post of secretary of state, while Savit seeks the position of attorney general, currently held by Attorney General Dana Nessel. Hines will face Michael Bouchard Jr. in the 10th District, which is James' current seat.It would be a significant political and historical signpost if El-Sayed can defeat Rogers in just over a week on Election Day: He would become the first Muslim U.S. senator, but it would also notch a serious victory in the progressive movement led by U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders, the independent from Vermont, in a state that twice voted for President Donald Trump.Obama's presence in Michigan and his interest in the race were telling. El-Sayed has struggled to win decisive support among Black voters in Detroit during his primary race with U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens of Birmingham. Many of them have come back into El-Sayed's coalition for the general election, but Rogers has said his outreach to Detroit and Black voters is paying off and that his campaign is making inroads among traditionally Democratic voters.U.S. Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-Holly) also boosted El-Sayed, telling attendees that they count on him to be a key partner in busting up Trump's MAGA agenda in Congress. Obama said the election was the best chance Americans and Michiganders had to "at least rein some of this in.""It is the circuit breaker in the system; we've got to flip that circuit breaker, and bring some accountability to this government," Obama said. "We need to start showing the American people who are hungry for solutions what real leadership looks like, what concrete plans look like that actually lower costs and make health care more affordable, and make housing more affordable, and get utility bills under control."Obama said he was tired of the country's anger and division and urged Americans to look toward the future.Democratic divisions could hurt El-Sayed, but Trump's economy may matter more
Counting begins as polls close in British Columbia's snap election
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Obama rallies rapturous Michigan crowd for El-Sayed: 'He'll finish the job we started'
Former president speaks to crowd of thousands in support of Abdul El-Sayed for US Senate and Democratic ticketBarack Obama told a Detroit crowd on Saturday that Abdul El-Sayed was "fighting for change, real change, that will get money out of politics and put money in your pocket", as he threw his weight behind the Democratic Senate candidate and the rest of the ticket on the first day of early voting in Michigan.Obama said in front of thousands of onlookers at Cass technical high school in Detroit that El-Sayed would "finish the job we started with the Affordable Care Act and guarantee quality, affordable healthcare to every single American". Continue reading...
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The Simpsons — 38x4: "Treehouse of Horror XXXVII" (FOX)

Bart and Lisa are trapped in an abandoned immersive theme park experience. 

Tracker — 4x4: "Purification" (CBS)

When a woman disappears after helping a terrified teenage runaway, Colter uncovers a disturbing case of abuse and embarks on a desperate search to save them both.

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver — 13x27: "Episode 27" (HBO)

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Today In History
2002 — Death of Irish Actor Richard Harris
Irish actor Richard Harris—who was notable not only for his formidable talent in portraying the intense, volatile, and rebellious hell-raising characters that established his image but also for conducting his real life in a similar manner—died in London
1983 — U.S. Invasion of Grenada, 1983
The U.S. military, under President Ronald Reagan, invaded the tiny island country of Grenada
1964 — Rolling Stones Debut on The Ed Sullivan Show
The British rock band the Rolling Stones made its first appearance on The Ed Sullivan Show
1955 — First Domestic Microwave Ovens Introduced
In 1955, the first domestic microwave ovens were introduced to the consumer market. Microwave ovens work by using electromagnetic radiation to heat and cook food.
1950 — China Enters Korean War Alongside North Korea
China entered the Korean War on the side of North Korea against South Korea and the United Nations (UN), the United States being the UN's principal participant
1940 — Benjamin O. Davis, Sr. becomes first Black U.S. Army general
American military officer Benjamin O. Davis, Sr., became the first African American general in the U.S. Army when he was promoted to brigadier general
1940 — Birth of Legendary NCAA Basketball Coach Bob Knight
American collegiate basketball coach Bob Knight, whose 902 career NCAA coaching victories are among the most in men's basketball history, was born. How much do you know about basketball?
1936 — Establishment of the Rome-Berlin Axis
Germany and Italy established the Rome-Berlin Axis
1415 — English triumph at Agincourt
On this day in 1415, the English army, led by Henry V, scored a decisive victory over the French at the Battle of Agincourtduring the Hundred Years' War, paving the way for further English conquests and successes

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