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Colleges Studied Their Problems and Weigh Next Steps1 source — 2d

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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, — 1dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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Arrested Son Waives Right to Fight Return After Fatal Shooting in Massachusetts — 1dA 22-year-old Massachusetts man arrested in Vermont following the fatal shooting of his mother has agreed to return to his home state, clearing a legal step as authorities continue… — by Andrew Powell

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Houthi Attacks Kill Three at Saudi AirportsWorld — 4dHouthi attacks struck airports in Jazan and Najran in southern Saudi Arabia, injuring three people and causing material damage. Saudi authorities said emergency teams responded and are assessing the damage while taking steps to protect airport passengers and staff.

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AI Just Got A Green Light To Prescribe Drugs — At Least In One State1 source — 4dOne state just let artificial intelligence step into a role long reserved for doctors.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Justice Samuel Alito Says He Isn’t Going Anywhere Even If Dems Take Senate — 4dSupreme 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 — 5dThe 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 — 4dMissouri 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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Phoenix, Naples Seek 2028 Olympic Torch StopsSports — 3dThe 2028 Olympic torch relay is planned to travel through all 50 states before reaching Los Angeles, with Phoenix expressing interest in joining the route. Naples is also taking preliminary steps to potentially host a three-to-four-mile relay segment and a celebratory cauldron lighting, though the route and schedule will not be announced until 2027.

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Cowboys Downplay Prescott Hand Injury Before Buccaneers Game — 5dCowboys 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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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.

“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, — Oct 2, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Texans Open Tank Dell’s 21-Day Practice Window — 5dThe 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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Wake Forest visits NC State seeking 5-1 startSports — 4dWake 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 — 5dNorth 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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Support Trump vs Support DemocratsYourlist — VS BattleEvery executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.

Cities Approve Sewer Hikes, Weigh Infrastructure PlansPolitics — 4dCities are weighing higher sewer and utility bills alongside major wastewater upgrades: Grafton tied a two-step sewer-rate increase to $10.55 million in infrastructure work, West Lafayette approved annual sewage-rate hikes and an $85 million treatment-plant expansion, and Spokane is considering a monthly increase to fund system maintenance. Cambridge also backed stricter sewage-overflow limits, with its preferred plan estimated to cost nearly $1.3 billion.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

Brewers’ Woodruff Hopes for World Series Return — Oct 2, 2026Brewers 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.

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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McAdoo Ends Seven Years at Kawasaki to Ride Quad Lock Honda — Oct 2, 2026Cameron 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.

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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