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Muslim Americans Confront 25-Year 9/11 Legacy — Sep 9, 2026As the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, stories from Muslim Americans trace a arc from enduring Islamophobia and surveillance to rising civic engagement and political representation, while reflecting on how the trauma of that day reshaped American life. Analysts warn against equating Islam with extremism and examine how media narratives and power structures have influenced perceptions and responses to the attacks and their aftermath.

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Faith Writings, Film Review Explore ForgivenessLifestyle — Sep 9, 2026The collection centers on forgiveness, mercy, and judgment in both biblical reflections and cinematic storytelling, highlighting redemption arcs and the call to forgive broadly. It pairs a Blu-ray review of the Polish film Corpus Christi—a story of a young man adopting a sanctimonious facade to seek redemption—with sermon notes and Catholic readings urging boundless forgiveness, mercy, and the reconciliation of justice with compassion.

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Retro games launch; revivals plannedEntertainment — 4dSeveral retro-inspired games are featured: TAITO’s 1980 arcade game Crazy Balloon is being reissued in Arcade Archives 2 with a new time-attack mode, while indie game Fish ’N Frog has launched with 50 levels of block-pushing arcade puzzles. The Vessel is an upcoming puzzle adventure built around controlling two characters at once; the other articles cover an animation-art exhibit and a roundup of game remakes.

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Oregon Resort Plans Rare Midcentury Home TourTravel — 4dOregon offers travelers varied getaways, from Portland’s food and city attractions to Eugene’s boutique hotels, wine and farm-to-table dining. Along the coast, Salishan’s architect-designed midcentury homes add a distinctive draw, while Portland stays such as Hotel Lucia offer a downtown base for visitors.

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Lebanese, Palestinian Archivists Preserve War Memories — Sep 12, 2026Amid ongoing conflict, individuals are safeguarding memory by relocating and digitizing archives: in Lebanon, Rima Sharara saved the Bint Jbeil Public Library’s digital records, including 24 oral histories, before the library was destroyed; in the West Bank and beyond, Raja Shehadeh and collaborators moved diaries and papers to Scotland and digitized thousands of pages to protect them from destruction and ensure accessible historical records.

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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.

Bestselling Author Jeffrey Archer Dies at 86Entertainment — 2dBestselling author and former Conservative politician Jeffrey Archer has died at 86, his publisher said, describing his death as sudden and peaceful. Archer sold more than 300 million books over a five-decade career; his final novel, Adam and Eve, is due for release shortly.

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Hōlei Sea Arch Collapses into Pacific at Hawaii Volcanoes Park — 6dHōlei Sea Arch, a roughly 90-foot landmark at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park that formed about 550 years ago, has collapsed into the Pacific; officials say it was standing Sept. 23 and gone days later, though the exact timing is unknown. The arch’s collapse followed years of earthquake damage, cracking and powerful surf, and park officials are warning visitors to stay away from unstable coastal cliffs.

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US Heightens Arctic Surveillance of Chinese Vessels — Sep 21, 2026U.S. officials say four Chinese research vessels operated near Alaska in 2026, with activities extending to the Aleutians, the Bering Strait, and toward the North Pole, raising concerns about sovereignty and potential access to seabed resources. Washington cites lack of advance notification and emphasizes the Arctic’s rapidly changing, higher-stakes environment as climate-driven sea-ice retreat expands shipping routes and strategic competition, including China’s “near-Arctic” ambitions and Polar Silk Road.

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Maya Lindstrom It's reasonable for the US to ramp up monitoring when Chinese vessels operate near Alaska without notice, given the resource stakes.

Arcadia Couple Arrested in 21-Child Abuse Probe — 1dSilvia Zhang and Guojun Xuan were arrested October 6, 2026; prosecutors seek $100 million bail in an Arcadia child-abuse case involving 21 children.

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Archaeologists Remove Seven Coffins at North Dakota Governor’s ResidenceScience — 2dArchaeologists removed seven coffins containing human remains and an unidentified wooden box from grounds near North Dakota’s governor’s residence, the site of Bismarck’s first cemetery. Researchers will catalog the finds through early 2027, with reburial expected at a local cemetery; DNA testing is not planned.

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Dodgers’ 1988 Championship Architect Fred Claire Dies at 91 — 1dFred Claire, architect of the Dodgers' 1988 World Series title, died Monday on his 91st birthday. Ross Porter: "I lost a close friend today. The world lost a good man."

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Oasis Lawsuit Halts Auction of 100-Hour Archive — Sep 29, 2026Oasis, the Gallagher brothers and Sony Music have sued former sound engineer Huw Richards and others to stop the auction of more than 100 hours of unreleased recordings, including live shows, rehearsals and informal conversations. The auction house withdrew the archive from its scheduled sale while the legal dispute proceeds.

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Archbishop Přibyl leads first St. Wenceslas pilgrimage mass in Stará Boleslav — Sep 28, 2026The National St. Wenceslas Pilgrimage in Stará Boleslav marked the Czech state holiday honoring the country’s patron saint, with Archbishop Přibyl celebrating the pilgrimage Mass for the first time. Relics of Wenceslas were brought from Prague for the observances, and a silver bust containing a bone fragment was used in place of the saint’s skull, which remained in the basilica for veneration.

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Nicole Hardy Using the silver bust instead of the skull keeps the tradition intact.

Clinton questions credit for arch plan and Kennedy Center naming — Sep 23, 2026Former President Bill Clinton is criticizing President Donald Trump’s perceived need to receive credit for things he’s done. This includes at plans for a triumphal arch and the ef… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Dana Whitfield Clinton has a fair point that Trump often demands personal credit, but the arch plan and Kennedy Center naming seem like odd things to single out now.

Five Small Towns Highlight Regional History, ArchitectureLifestyle — Sep 17, 2026A collection of profiles highlights small, little-known American towns—Monticello (Florida), Rico (Colorado), Spring Lake (New Jersey), Dayton (Virginia), and Pendleton (South Carolina)—as overlooked gems defined by historic architecture, stunning natural surroundings, and a laid-back, welcoming pace that contrast with more tourist-heavy destinations. Each piece emphasizes preserved town character, scenic beauty, and a sense of community that makes these places stand out despite their under-the-radar status.

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Can you actually read a map?Quizie — QuizFifteen world-geography questions. Most people miss at least three — the AI grades you and names your traveler rank.

Archbishop Lori Urges Women Religious to Renew Society — Sep 19, 2026Archbishop William Lori commended women religious at the CMSWR national assembly for their pivotal role in American life, urging that the Church’s renewal begins with a renewal of persons and that sanctity, not politics, should guide national culture. Across multiple addresses, he framed the 250th anniversary of American independence as an invitation to renewal through holiness and communal witness, highlighting the evangelical counsels as a transformative force in society.

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Chris Dalton Archbishop Lori makes a good point that real cultural change starts with personal holiness and the sisters' witness rather than chasing political wins.

FAA Clears Trump Arch, Despite Historic Site Lawsuits — Sep 16, 2026The National Park Service and the Trump administration acknowledge that the proposed 250-foot Triumphal Arch at Memorial Circle would adversely affect historic sites such as Arlington National Cemetery and the Lincoln Memorial, but officials say the project must go forward and outline limited mitigation measures and public education efforts. Preservationists and critics argue the process is flawed and insufficient to address the cultural landscape, while seeking further consultation and alternatives.