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“Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe.” — Augustine of Hippo, Bishop and theologian, 354–430 — 18hPosted to IJR by IJR.

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Priya Raman Augustine captures it well, faith means stepping out without full evidence and often finding the meaning afterward.

“I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.” — C.S. Lewis, Author, 1898–1963 — 1dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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FBI Assembles Elite Team Of Investigators To See If All These Terrorist Attacks Can Somehow Be Connected To A Single IdeologyPolitics — 1dMeme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” — Hebrews 11:1, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 19 — 18hPosted to IJR by IJR.

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Misplaced kindness fails people more than tough honesty does — 23hNew managers who freeze before hard talks, and leaders stuck with polite but stagnant teams, will see exactly where their feedback goes wrong.

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Rachel Meyers A manager who avoids direct feedback might feel kinder at first, but it leaves the whole team guessing and falling behind on real goals.

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.

“Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe.” — Augustine of Hippo, Bishop and theologian, 354–430 — Sep 30, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Actor Michael Douglas Denies Sex Addiction — 2dWhile Michael Douglas admits to going to rehab for alcohol addiction, he denies going to rehab for a sex addiction. “I don’t know if I slept with so many women; I don’t see it tha… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Rachel Meyers Douglas has every right to set the record straight on what he actually went to rehab for.

PIMCO Sees Value in 24-Year-High Treasury Yields — 2dSeptember was the weakest U.S. Treasury month since October 2024 as 10- and 30-year yields hit about 24-year highs; PIMCO calls the levels attractive value.

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“I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen: not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.” — C.S. Lewis, Author, 1898–1963 — Sep 29, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Wealthy Investors See Rates as Top Growth RiskFinance — 1dWealthy investors surveyed by Deutsche Bank identified rising interest rates and bond yields as the biggest threat to global growth, ahead of inflation and AI-related risks. Most also viewed Asia as the most geopolitically stable region over the next year, even as many planned to increase investments in the United States.

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ConocoPhillips CEO Says Oil Price Floor Could Rise to $70 — 3dConocoPhillips CEO sees an oil floor near $70 and U.S. output approaching 14.5M bpd; global demand may not recover until 2028 or 2029.

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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.

Balloon Fiesta Sees Multiple Safety IncidentsWeather — 4dA hot-air balloon carrying two people became entangled in power lines in northeast Albuquerque during the International Balloon Fiesta on Sunday. Both occupants were reported uninjured and were safely removed after crews secured the scene.

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“Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.” — Psalms 34:8, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, — 5dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Urban Meyer Calls Michigan Offense ‘Train Wreck’ — 2dAfter Michigan’s 20-14 loss to Minnesota, Urban Meyer called the Wolverines a “train wreck,” citing turnovers, an ineffective offense and a lack of energy and toughness. He said the problems extend beyond quarterback Bryce Underwood and sees no quick fix for first-year coach Kyle Whittingham’s 3-2 team.

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Dakotas Forecast Showers, Broad Temperature RangeWeather — 3dForecasts across North and South Dakota call for mostly sunny, mild weather early in the period, followed by cooler conditions and increasing rain chances late in the weekend. Parts of North Dakota and western South Dakota could see rain mixed with snow around Columbus Day.

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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.

Merced County Crash Kills Horse, Seriously Injures RiderAuto — 3dA 50-year-old man suffered major injuries when a van struck him as he crossed Santa Fe Drive on horseback in Merced County before sunrise Monday; the horse died, and the driver was moderately injured. CHP said darkness and limited lighting prevented the driver from seeing the rider, and drugs or alcohol were not believed to be factors.

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Poll Shows Most Rural Voters See No Local Health Gains From Trump Policies — Sep 30, 2026About 8 in 10 rural voters say President Donald Trump’s health policies have had no effect or a negative effect on their communities, a view shared by 68% of rural voters who identify with the Make America Healthy Again movement. Some MAHA supporters see Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. moving in the right direction, highlighting a gap between the administration’s agenda and its perceived local impact.

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Morant Debuts Alongside Lillard for Blazers — 3dPortland’s crowded backcourt has raised questions about pairing Ja Morant with Damian Lillard, with reports indicating coach Micah Nori may favor a more defensively balanced starting lineup. Analysts argue Morant could still be a major asset as a high-energy sixth man, while others see the fit as uncertain and note the possibility Portland could rebuild his trade value before moving him.

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Houston-Area Fertility Falls Across Five CountiesHealth — 3dBirth rates have fallen across Houston’s five largest counties over the past two decades, with Brazoria and Harris seeing especially steep declines as childbearing shifts to older ages. Researchers say affordability and delayed parenthood are contributing factors; fewer births could eventually affect schools and the workforce, though migration continues to fuel regional population growth.

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“Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” — Hebrews 11:1, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 19 — Sep 30, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Nicole Hardy Some days this definition helps me stay steady when everything around feels uncertain.

Most Americans See NIL Positively for College SportsSports — 3dCollege sports’ shift toward NIL compensation and direct athlete payments is widely seen as improving fairness, though the Senate-passed Protect College Sports Act would impose limits on pay, eligibility and transfers as lawmakers seek greater stability. Supporters of athlete compensation view the changes as long overdue, while critics warn the legislation could restrict athletes’ rights and sidestep their push for employee protections.

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Canada GDP flat in July after expansion pause, August seen up 0.2% — Sep 29, 2026Canada’s GDP held flat at 0.0% in July as a southwestern Ontario refinery outage helped drag manufacturing down 0.9%; StatCan sees August up 0.2%.

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Rachel Meyers The July flat spot looks like a real slowdown in manufacturing and resources rather than a temporary blip.

Pandora Opens $150 Million Vietnam Factory — Oct 1, 2026Pandora has opened a $150 million factory in Vietnam, its first production site outside Thailand, aiming to increase manufacturing capacity by about 50% and diversify its supply chain as it pursues growth in Asia. The company sees opportunities in Japan and a possible China recovery, while expanding its focus on more affordable, lower-emissions lab-grown diamonds.

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Nicole Hardy Pandora expanding to Vietnam should help them meet demand in Asia and avoid putting all their eggs in Thailand.

Surveys find supply chain lags may limit smart manufacturing gains — Sep 29, 2026Manufacturers see industrial AI and smart technologies as key to boosting efficiency, and one survey found production gains of 10% to 20% after adoption. But supply-chain constraints and outdated warehouse models may prevent logistics from keeping pace with modernization.

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