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Coast Guard Searches for Missing Medical-Transfer Plane — 5dCoast Guard is searching 13 nautical miles south of Nantucket for a Gulfstream G100 medical jet with six people after FAA contact was lost around 2 a.m. Saturday.

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Rachel Meyers Coast Guard crews deserve credit for heading out right away on a search like this even in the dark.

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard — 1dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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Turnstile Halts Oklahoma City Show Over Alleged Punch — 1dTurnstile halted its October 5 Oklahoma City show after Brendan Yates said the band would not continue unless a guard who allegedly punched a fan was removed.

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Vikings Guard Donovan Jackson Likely Out for Season — 3dVikings left guard Donovan Jackson suffered a knee injury against the Dolphins and is likely to miss the rest of the season with a meniscus tear. Left tackle Christian Darrisaw also left the game and remains in concussion protocol, leaving his availability for the Saints matchup uncertain.

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St. Louis Archdiocese Sues Over ICE Sacrament Limits — 3dOn Oct. 5, 2026, St. Louis clergy sued over ICE jail sacrament limits after an official proposed Communion in a plastic bag via guard; the filing says one detainee died there.

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Elena Vasquez ICE giving lawyers more access than clergy shows the rules are inconsistent and unfair to faith needs.

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.

Kansas Guard Melvin Council Jr. Returns to Practice — 4dKansas guard Melvin Council Jr. is returning for the 2026-27 season after receiving a preliminary court injunction granting him additional eligibility, and will resume practicing with the Jayhawks immediately. Council averaged 12.7 points, five rebounds and about five assists last season; his eligibility case remains ongoing.

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Nevada Guard Returns From Historic Epic Fury MissionWorld — 3dMore than 200 Nevada Air National Guard airmen and four C-130s returned to Reno after a six-month, short-notice deployment supporting Operation Epic Fury in the U.S. Central Command region. The 152nd Airlift Wing transported personnel and munitions during the operation; commanders said the unit completed its mission without losses.

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South Dakota Extends Guard ICE Deployment Through 2027 — 3dSouth Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden extended seven National Guard members’ administrative support for ICE through September 2027, with federal funding; officials say the deployment has assisted with 1,013 deportations. The state also announced about $480,000 in added federal support for Highway Patrol officers participating in ICE’s 287(g) program, while corrections officials continue transferring some inmates to ICE custody.

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Iran Plans to Block Illegal Hormuz RoutesWorld — 1dAn adviser to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard says Tehran will soon close routes through the Strait of Hormuz that it considers illegal, alleging they are used to smuggle oil; he says Iran controls the waterway and will keep it closed until its demands are met. The claim comes as data show regional crude exports have recently approached or exceeded prewar levels, though Iranian officials say far fewer vessels are transiting and tanker attacks and logistical constraints persist.

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Mexico Guard recruits tiny Chihuahua for rescue training — Sep 29, 2026Mexico’s National Guard has welcomed Comando, a 13-month-old Chihuahua and the smallest member of its roughly 350-dog force. He appears at public events and is training for search-and-rescue work, helping challenge assumptions about working dogs and give the Guard a more approachable image.

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Maya Lindstrom Seeing the Guard with a tiny dog like Comando might actually get more people to trust them instead of staying wary.

Iran Guard Urges Americans to Protest Trump Policies — Sep 28, 2026On Sept. 29, 2026, Iran Guard spokesman Mohebbi told Americans to protest Trump, revise leaders, and force a U.S. admission of defeat as the rial hit 2.5 million per dollar.

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Priya Raman Settler attacks on Palestinians will only drag the region into more violence.

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

Six Presumed Dead After Air Ambulance DisappearsWorld — 4dA Canadian air ambulance carrying four Canadians and two Bermudians disappeared over the Atlantic while flying from Bermuda to Boston, prompting a Coast Guard search near Nantucket. Crews found a debris field and continued searching for the six people aboard; air traffic recordings indicate the pilot reported electrical problems and declared an emergency before contact was lost.

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“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.” — 1 Corinthians 16:13, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 — 5dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Packers Sign Zeitler as Jayden Reed Is Sidelined — Sep 29, 2026The Green Bay Packers signed veteran guard Kevin Zeitler, a Wisconsin native and former Pro Bowler, to bolster a struggling offensive line. He is expected to compete for the starting right guard spot after a ramp-up period, with coach Matt LaFleur saying his experience could steady the young unit.

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Panthers guard Damien Lewis expected to miss weeks — Sep 29, 2026Panthers starting left guard Damien Lewis suffered a UCL tear in his elbow during the loss to Cleveland and is expected to miss a few weeks, including Sunday’s game against Detroit. Carolina’s Week 5 bye could limit his absence, with Corey Bullock expected to fill in while Lewis’s injury is evaluated.

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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.

Kentucky Basketball Pro Day Draws NBA ScoutsSports — 2dKentucky’s annual Pro Day at Rupp Arena gave NBA scouts and fans a look at the Wildcats through drills and scrimmages, with forward N’Diaye, shooter Alex Wilkins and freshman guard Mason Williams among the players who stood out. Separate coverage showed Kentucky’s Pro Day and Tennessee’s media day, while Grand Canyon announced expanded live coverage of Mountain West Basketball Media Day.

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Five Concerts Scheduled Across Canada, UK, USEntertainment — 2dUpcoming benefit concerts will raise money for a Moose Jaw community center, Diabetes Canada, the Army Benevolent Fund and a Texas children’s cancer clinic, featuring local country acts, a Foreigner-and-Journey tribute, the Band of the Welsh Guards and the Eli Young Band. The events pair live music with support for community programs, people affected by diabetes, military families and children receiving cancer care.

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Two Killed in Disputed India-Pakistan Border Shooting — 5dIndia and Pakistan exchanged diplomatic protests after Indian border guards killed two people in Punjab near the international border. Pakistan said the victims were unarmed civilians and called for an investigation, while India said the group had crossed into its territory despite warnings and posed a security threat.

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Mitchell Says Clark Spotlight Brings Online Hate to Fever Players — 4dIndiana Fever guard Kelsey Mitchell said the intense attention around Caitlin Clark brings criticism and abusive messages for teammates, making it difficult to show up and compete, and asked people to give players grace. While some coverage attributed the backlash to Fever fans, Mitchell did not identify who sent the messages; she also praised the organization and has recognized Clark’s impact on the team and league.

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Tom Gallagher The hate coming at the Fever squad because of one player is out of line. Clark has helped the league but that shouldn't punish the rest of the team.

B-1 bomber meme trends on right depicting Trump honor guard and Xi debt collectors — Sep 25, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Packers Linebacker Edgerrin Cooper Could Miss Season — 3dPackers coach Matt LaFleur says the team will keep veteran guard Kevin Zeitler sidelined until he is ready, warned running back Kaleb Johnson that fumbles could cost him playing time, and expressed dissatisfaction with the offense. Green Bay also fears linebacker Edgerrin Cooper could miss the rest of the season with an Achilles injury, while LaFleur is keeping the focus on players ahead of the rivalry game with Chicago rather than matching Bears coach Ben Johnson’s personal approach.

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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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Texas Guard F-16 Crashes Near Traverse City — Sep 17, 2026Pilot ejected safely before a Texas Air National Guard F-16 crashed near Traverse City on Sept. 17, 2026; witnesses reported a big fireball and ongoing explosions.

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Maya Lindstrom Glad the pilot got out okay, but closing that road and sheltering folks sounds like the smart move until they check the site.

Mona Capsize: 49 Rescued, 3 Dead, 10 MissingWorld — Sep 29, 2026A makeshift boat carrying 62 people capsized near Puerto Rico’s Mona Island after a machete attack reportedly sparked panic and drove passengers into the water. The Coast Guard says 49 people were rescued, three died and 10 remain missing as a multiagency search continues.

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