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AI Just Got A Green Light To Prescribe Drugs — At Least In One State1 source — 2dOne state just let artificial intelligence step into a role long reserved for doctors.

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Justice Samuel Alito Says He Isn’t Going Anywhere Even If Dems Take Senate — 2dSupreme Court Associate Justice Samuel Alito said that he will not step down if Democrats take back the Senate, according to a Bloomberg Law interview published Tuesday.

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The Batman Part II pauses production as Matt Reeves steps away for family matter — 3dThe Batman Part II production paused for Matt Reeves' family matter after the release already slid from 2026 to 2027 to Feb. 18, 2028.

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Rachel Meyers Hope this delay stays short since the first film set a high bar for the sequel.

Zhang Kun Steps Down, Zhang Qi Takes OverFinance — Sep 28, 2026

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Ahmad Hardy remains sidelined for Texas A&MSports — 2dMissouri running back Ahmad Hardy remains sidelined while recovering from an offseason gunshot wound, and coach Eli Drinkwitz gave no return timeline ahead of the Texas A&M game. Jamal Roberts has stepped up in Hardy’s absence, while several Missouri defenders are also questionable with injuries.

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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.

Cowboys Downplay Prescott Hand Injury Before Buccaneers Game — 2dCowboys quarterback Dak Prescott’s throwing hand was cut and swollen after being stepped on against Houston, but he continued playing and has been cleared with no concerns ahead of Thursday’s game against Tampa Bay. Prescott expects to be ready, and Dallas could also get guard Tyler Smith back.

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“In their hearts humans plan their course, but the Lord establishes their steps.” — Proverbs 16:9, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, — 6dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Wake Forest visits NC State seeking 5-1 startSports — 2dWake Forest, coming off a record-setting 57-3 win over Stanford, visits NC State as the Wolfpack seeks a third straight victory after twice letting large second-half leads slip away. Coach Dave Doeren said injuries have created opportunities for backups and praised players for stepping up, while NC State will need to finish stronger against the Demon Deacons.

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NC Ports Seek Pause in Wilmington Harbor ExpansionEnvironment — 3dNorth Carolina’s Ports Authority has asked the Army Corps of Engineers to pause consideration of a proposed $1.3 billion Wilmington Harbor deepening, saying more research is needed on environmental risks, particularly possible PFAS contamination in dredged sediment. The authority acknowledges the project’s potential economic benefits, while federal officials say next steps will be determined by the Army’s civil works office and Congress.

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Texans Open Tank Dell’s 21-Day Practice Window — 3dThe Houston Texans plan to open a 21-day practice window this week for receiver Tank Dell, who has been sidelined since a serious knee injury in December 2024. His return to practice is a step toward playing but does not guarantee he’ll be activated; Houston also plans to open practice windows for tackle Braden Smith and defensive tackle Kayden McDonald.

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Eiffel Tower chief to step down after row over female staff — Sep 29, 2026Patrick Branco Ruivo will leave as Eiffel Tower SETE chief at end-2026 after female staff were withdrawn during a BAPS visit and a strike shut the tower on 7 September.

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Maya Lindstrom Withdrawing female staff for that BAPS visit was a poor call that led to the strike. Stepping down makes sense after the fallout.

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

Fever Defeat Aces in Game 2 After Wilson Fan Confrontation — Sep 30, 2026Fever beat Aces 99-89 to tie the series 1-1; Wilson drew a technical after confronting a courtside fan she said stepped toward her and pointed. Fan was allowed back.

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Rachel Meyers Security letting that fan back after he stepped toward Wilson and pointed seems like a mistake that could lead to more issues.

Taylor Frankie Paul Says She Is Stepping Away From ‘Mormon Wives’ Over Cast Bullying — Sep 21, 2026On September 21, 2026, Taylor Frankie Paul said she is stepping away from Hulu's Mormon Wives, writing that castmates laughing about her kids is disgusting and she is relieved to be out.

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Tom Gallagher Stepping away makes sense if the bullying got that personal, no one should put up with that on TV.

Brewers’ Woodruff Hopes for World Series Return — 5dBrewers right-hander Brandon Woodruff, sidelined since July with a shoulder injury and left off the NL Division Series roster, is working toward a possible return if Milwaukee reaches the World Series. He is not expected to be ready for the next round and still must clear several throwing and recovery steps, leaving a comeback uncertain and potentially risky.

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Nicole Hardy If he needs more throwing sessions before being cleared then Milwaukee might have to go without him no matter how far they advance.

Red Mass plotter gets 70-month sentence — Sep 28, 2026Louis Geri got 5 years 10 months for camping on St. Matthew’s steps before the Red Mass with more than 100 homemade explosives and a nine-page demand list.

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Maya Lindstrom Glad the sentence reflects how dangerous it was to camp there with explosives meant for the Red Mass.

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.

McAdoo Ends Seven Years at Kawasaki to Ride Quad Lock Honda — 6dCameron McAdoo has signed with Quad Lock Honda after seven seasons with Pro Circuit Kawasaki, joining the team full time for the 2027 SuperMotocross season as it steps up its 250-class program with increased American Honda support. He is making his team debut in Australia’s Supercross series, whose opener is this weekend.

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Sam Okafor Quad Lock Honda stepping up their program with more factory support makes sense, and McAdoo should help them challenge for wins sooner.

Wisconsin Line 5 Reroute Breaches Aquifer Near MarengoEnvironment — 6dConstruction on Enbridge’s Line 5 reroute breached an aquifer near Wisconsin’s Marengo River, prompting state monitoring as the company says it is containing the water flow and assessing next steps. Tribal and environmental advocates criticized the work and urged stronger oversight, while the Great Lakes Indian Fish and Wildlife Commission has raised concerns about water loss and potential impacts.

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WNBA Rookie Jordan Harrison Retires After One SeasonSports — Sep 30, 2026Portland Fire guard Jordan Harrison, 22, announced she is stepping away from basketball after her rookie WNBA season, saying she feels called to a new chapter. The undrafted former West Virginia standout appeared in 16 games, averaging 5.1 points and 4.2 assists.

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D.C. Circuit Rejects Capitol Steps Speech Limits — Sep 22, 2026Four Tarrant County residents filed a federal lawsuit alleging that County Judge Tim O’Hare’s decorum policy at Commissioners Court meetings infringes free speech and due process, a claim the judge’s campaign calls political. A DC Circuit ruling found that restrictions on demonstrations on the Capitol’s Eastern Steps violate the First Amendment by improperly privileging access through congressional sponsorship, with the court affirming the steps as a nonpublic forum but requiring neutral and reasonable restrictions, and related coverage notes ongoing debate and remand.

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Stallone Reveals Bulimia, Steroid Use During Rocky Films — Sep 26, 2026Sylvester Stallone revealed he became bulimic at 2.6 percent body fat for Rocky III and used steroids that took a terrible toll, in a NYT interview for his memoir The Steps.

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Chris Dalton Stallone admitting to bulimia shows how extreme the pressure was on actors to look perfect back then.

Niall Harbison rescues Skye, found immobile and covered in thousands of fleas — Sep 24, 2026Niall Harbison found Skye unable to move beneath thousands of fleas. Within 48 hours she was taking steps, and he said even he was stunned at her progress.

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New Jersey Lt. Gov. Steps Down After Ethics Probe — Sep 25, 2026New Jersey Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell resigned Friday after an independent investigation found that he engaged in sexual harassment and violated state ethics rules, Gov. Mikie Sherrill… — by Andrew Powell

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Sam Okafor Resigning after the probe found harassment and ethics breaches was the right call for accountability.

NASCAR Hall of Famer Darrell Waltrip Diagnosed With FTD — Sep 23, 2026Family closed Waltrip's FTD diagnosis note with "Boogity! Boogity! Boogity!" as the 79-year-old Hall of Famer steps further from public life.

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Justice Alito Recuses from Major Climate Case — Sep 28, 2026Justice Samuel Alito will recuse himself from the Supreme Court case over whether Boulder, Colorado, can pursue climate-damages claims against Exxon Mobil and Suncor Energy. His decision follows scrutiny of his oil and gas stock holdings and calls for him to step aside; the court offered no explanation, and the effect on the case’s outcome is unclear.

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Sam Okafor The lack of any court explanation leaves it unclear how this changes the outcome for Boulder's claims.