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PEN Reports Nearly 12,000 School Book Bans — 3dPEN America reported a record 11,982 book bans in U.S. public schools in 2025-26, with Texas alone logging over 8,100 after SB13.

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Tom Gallagher It's troubling to see over 8,100 bans in Texas alone after that new law. Kids need access to all kinds of books to learn.

Iran Strike Survivors Allege US Military Medical Failures — 3dNine soldiers wounded in a March 1 Iranian drone strike that killed six in Kuwait told the AP they had to fight alone for care; the Pentagon said treatment met standards.

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Flint Water Settlement Claimants Face October DeadlinesPolitics — 2dFlint officials are urging water-crisis settlement claimants with otherwise approved claims to submit any missing information by the deadline in their individual notice; general deadlines are Oct. 8 for claimants represented by an attorney and Oct. 17 for those without one. Former minors and people who have moved should check whether documents were received, since approval alone does not guarantee payment.

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“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.” — Psalms 4:8, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, — 5dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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How to do a cartwheelLifestyle — Sep 26, 2026For first-timers who want a clean sideways rotation they can practice alone on any open floor.

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Dana Whitfield The hand placement order you described finally let me land a clean rotation without wobbling.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Study Links Appendectomy to 58% Lower Colorectal Cancer Risk — 6dA study of more than 30,000 patients found appendectomy for acute appendicitis was associated with a 58% lower relative risk of later colorectal cancer than antibiotic treatment alone. Researchers cautioned that the findings do not prove surgery prevents cancer and should not displace antibiotics as an option; further research is needed.

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Nicole Hardy Doctors should keep looking into why this link shows up instead of rushing to operate on everyone.

Survey Finds 55% of U.S. Workers Burned OutHealth — Sep 27, 2026Workplace burnout stems from chronic stress—not just long hours—and can be intensified by understaffing and demands for constant emotional cheerfulness. With a survey finding 55% of U.S. workers experiencing burnout, addressing it may require manageable workloads, clearer expectations and stronger workplace support, not time off alone.

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Albanese seeks tech support for child safety and AI rules — Sep 20, 2026Albanese met Apple's Tim Cook and said Australia can't protect kids online alone; duty-of-care laws advance as under-16s still use Instagram and TikTok despite a 2025 ban.

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Nicole Hardy Tech firms owe a duty of care on AI too, otherwise rushed systems will create problems no one can fix later.

Coca-Cola and Bottlers Plan $10 Billion U.S. Investment by 2030 — Sep 15, 2026Coca-Cola and its 61 bottling partners plan $10 billion in U.S. investment through 2030; company capex alone is about $2.2 billion for 2026. Announced Tuesday.

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Chris Dalton I wonder if the money will go mostly to new plants or just upgrades at existing bottling sites.

Trump says he will drop Irish whiskey tariff after appeals at Doonbeg — Sep 14, 2026At Doonbeg, the president ended the U.S. duty on Irish whiskey alone, matching the zero-tariff break already given Scotch and Northern Irish spirits after months of direct appeals.

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Priya Raman Trump ending the duty only after appeals at his own Doonbeg resort shows how these things really get decided.

Study links partners to lower post-meal glucose — Sep 23, 2026An Israeli study found that people had smaller post-meal blood-sugar spikes and returned to baseline faster when eating with a loved one than when eating alone. Researchers describe this as “social physiology”; they also reported better temperature regulation and reduced stress responses with social partners, suggesting close relationships may influence basic bodily processes, though the findings do not establish a treatment for metabolic conditions.

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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

Idol Contestant on Trial in Wife’s KillingEntertainment — Sep 18, 2026Prosecutors say former American Idol contestant Caleb Flynn texted his mistress more than 100,000 times, signaling a motive and intent to kill his wife Ashley before she was found dead and the scene staged as a burglary. They allege he sent a chilling message the day before the murder about choosing his mistress, while Flynn’s defense argues the case hinges on circumstantial evidence and that marital misconduct alone does not prove murder.

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Trump Claims Democrats Orchestrated Butler Assassination Attempt — Sep 15, 2026President Trump, who is current president in 2025, claims the July 2024 Butler assassination attempt was a Democrat plot and accuses FBI Director Christopher Wray of mishandling the case, citing newly disclosed information. The FBI has said Crooks acted alone, while Trump’s framing continues to draw criticism and concerns that Democrats were not involved.

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Nicole Hardy Trump has every right to question the official story if new details point to a coverup by the FBI.

Lily Allen Downsized North American Tour Over Low Sales — Sep 15, 2026Lily Allen downsized several North American tour dates from arenas to smaller venues due to low ticket sales, with one Montreal show canceled, in order to keep the West End Girl tour on schedule while performing the album in full. She emphasized that promoters use data to forecast demand rather than the artist alone, and she did not want to let down the crew despite the change in plans.

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Data Centers Bring Mixed Effects to U.S. Housing MarketsBusiness — Sep 9, 2026A National Association of Realtors study finds no uniform impact of data centers on housing values; effects vary by local market, with some counties seeing higher values due to tech-hub status, while others show strain on energy and utilities. Realtors report mixed perceptions, and experts caution that data-center cluster presence alone doesn’t determine home prices, since most counties have none and concentration is limited to a few markets.

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The grammar gatekeeper testQuizie — QuizTwelve spelling and grammar traps that catch almost everyone. Pass, and the AI knights you. Fail, and it's gentle about it. Mostly.

Meta Tests Community Notes in 16 Latin American Countries With Possible Shift From Pros — Sep 9, 2026Meta is expanding its crowdsourced Community Notes to 16 Latin American Spanish-speaking countries, testing how context notes on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads might eventually replace its traditional fact-checking program. The rollout has drawn concern from fact-checking networks and watchdogs who warn that notes alone may not curb disinformation, while Meta emphasizes a cautious testing phase with notes not yet public during evaluation.

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Mets’ Stearns says he gets no mulligans on Alonso exit — Sep 28, 2026Stearns said he gets no mulligans on letting Alonso leave after the Mets' 74-88 last-place finish; Alonso hit 43 homers and 113 RBIs for Baltimore.

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Chris Dalton Stearns has no excuse for letting Alonso go after that kind of production in Baltimore.

Timberwolves, Bucks Set for Preseason Opener — 4dMinnesota opens its preseason against Milwaukee with a reshaped roster, giving the Timberwolves an early chance to build chemistry and test how LaMelo Ball fits alongside Anthony Edwards and Jonathan Kuminga alongside Rudy Gobert. The pairings bring both promise and questions about playing style, spacing and roles, making the preseason a useful first look at whether the new lineup can come together.

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Porsche to Offer Gasoline Macan Again in 2028 Alongside Electric Version — 6dPorsche CEO Michael Leiters says the company will bring back a gasoline-powered Macan in 2028 and sell it alongside the electric model, aiming to give customers a choice as demand for EVs and sales in China weaken. Porsche is not abandoning electric vehicles, but Leiters says it will maintain a mixed lineup and has ruled out a fully electric 911.

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Alonso Extends Aston Martin Deal Through 2027 — Sep 29, 2026Alonso scored Aston Martin's only 3 points this season and extended through 2027, saying racing is his life.

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Marcus Bell Stroll staying alongside him should bring some stability to the lineup at least.

Orioles top Yankees 10-2 in one game, fall 6-3 in other — Sep 25, 2026The Baltimore Orioles beat the New York Yankees 10-2, powered by home runs from Pete Alonso, Dylan Beavers and Jeremiah Jackson. Alonso homered twice as Baltimore pulled away with a multi-run fourth inning.

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Nicole Hardy Splitting with the Yankees after the big first game win feels like a missed chance overall.

Chelsea Fall 3-0 as Alonso Admits Defensive Struggles — Sep 18, 2026Chelsea lost 3-0 at Brentford as Xabi Alonso said the team is "not feeling it fully to compete for the whole game," having conceded two or more goals in each of his first five league matches.

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Sam Okafor The second half drop in intensity shows a real mentality issue that one training session won't solve.

Rivian R2 VIN Count Reportedly Tops 11,000Auto — Sep 9, 2026Rivian unveiled 2027 updates to the R1S/R1T including a six-seat R1S configuration and streamlined trim tiers aligned with the R2, alongside continued color and package refreshes. The R2 program is ramping production, with VIN counts climbing into the 11,000s and a second shift planned, as Borealis becomes the final new exterior color while owners report strong real-world performance alongside some quality issues.

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Lansing Police Probe Possible Links in Five Trail Deaths — 1hMichigan authorities are investigating whether five deaths in the Lansing area over the past year could be connected, including several cases involving victims found along or near… — by Andrew Powell

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