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Chicago Archdiocese Dedicates First U.S. Suicide Memorial
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On Sept. 9, 2026, Chicago's archdiocese dedicated "At Peace," said to be the first U.S. archdiocese suicide memorial, honoring Rev. Charles Rubey who told families their loved ones are with God.
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“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” — John 3:16, New International Version Holy Bible, New Internation
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Communities Plan Día de los Muertos Events
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Communities in Milwaukee, Dallas, San Antonio, El Centro and Baldwin Park are marking Día de los Muertos with public celebrations and shared ofrendas that honor deceased loved ones and Mexican and Latin American heritage. Events include performances, food, markets and educational activities, while organizers invite residents to participate and remember together.
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“Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened.” — Anatole France, Nobel laureate, 1844–1924
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— Sep 29, 2026
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‘It’s Time For Ukraine To Get A New President’: Trump Signals End Of Patience With Zelenskyy As War Stretches On
Spencer Lombardo · 4 min · 3h
Duluth Schedules Haunted Freighter Tours and Family Halloween Events
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Duluth’s Halloween season includes a haunted-ship tour aboard the Irvin, a kid-friendly monster-art event at the Children’s Museum, and All Souls Night, an inclusive ceremony honoring loved ones who have died. Separately, Minneapolis’ Great Northern festival will mark its 10th anniversary in January 2027 with a riverfront location, sauna village, skating rink, ice bar and winter activities.
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Top College Football Teams
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The AP Top 25 poll ranks the best FBS college football teams each week and fuels endless fan debates over strength, records, and playoff chances.
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“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” — John 3:16, New International Version Holy Bible, New Internation
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— Sep 29, 2026
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Alzheimer’s Programs Expand Caregiver Support
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New initiatives are expanding dementia support through free, self-paced caregiver education, community programs on Alzheimer’s warning signs and brain health, and research-informed resources for families. The coverage also highlights the strain of caring for a parent while raising children, noting that professional respite can help caregivers manage stress and spend meaningful time with loved ones; exercise may support cognition and overall health but has not been shown here to prevent Alzheimer’s.
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5,000 Sailors Adjust to Iran War Aboard Carrier
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— Oct 3, 2026
Young sailors aboard the USS George Washington are adapting to demanding combat watches and dangerous flight-deck work as the carrier operates near the Strait of Hormuz on a deployment with no set end date. Their mission began amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions, and the crew describes relying on close coordination while trying to stay connected with loved ones.
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New Book Traces Dementia Across Generations, Caregiving Strain
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— Sep 25, 2026
A new book chronicles a family affected by inherited, midlife dementia and how studying such families may advance research into age-related brain disorders. A separate account highlights the growing number of men caring for loved ones with dementia, including one family’s experience adapting to a frontotemporal dementia diagnosis and finding outside help.
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Treat your startup like a science experiment, not a plan
Ries claims startups fail by executing fixed plans under extreme uncertainty instead of running cheap experiments that prove or kill assumptions fast.
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Randi Mahomes Backs Inclusive Play in Kansas City
Health
— Sep 28, 2026
Individuals and organizations are supporting people with disabilities through charity fundraising, inclusive activities and school-based identification of children who may need special-education services. Experts also urge aging parents caring for dependent adult children to plan ahead for their loved ones’ legal, financial and residential support.
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Ukraine War Separates Families, Fuels Drone Anxiety
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— Sep 25, 2026
Russia’s expanded use of drones and missiles is deepening the war’s psychological toll on Ukrainians, with clinicians reporting severe drone-related anxiety and families facing danger far from the front. The conflict also keeps soldiers apart from loved ones, as one artilleryman’s brief calls and rare home visits are shaped by combat and air attacks near his family.
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Most Influential Women in World History
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From 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.
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B-Side Hit and Posthumous Single Earn All-Time Song Rankings
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— Oct 1, 2026
Several classic rock songs continue to earn acclaim on greatest-of-all-time lists: Sanford-Townsend Band’s “Smoke From a Distant Fire” is celebrated as a standout one-hit wonder, while Joy Division’s “Love Will Tear Us Apart,” Rod Stewart’s “Maggie May” and the Allman Brothers Band’s “Whipping Post” remain enduring rock favorites. The stories also trace the songs’ origins and paths to lasting recognition, from “Maggie May” becoming a hit after radio DJs flipped its single to “Whipping Post” growing into an epic live performance.
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Trump says he would love to see Ireland unified
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— Sep 12, 2026
During a two-day visit to Dublin, US President Donald Trump said he would love to see a unified Ireland and that it would be a great feather in everybody’s cap, noting the UK would have a say in the matter. He also suggested he could help resolve international disputes such as the Falkland Islands row and arrived amid one of Ireland’s largest security operations, meeting Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Irish President Catherine Connolly.
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Rachel Meyers
Trump's take on a unified Ireland makes sense in theory, but the UK still holds the real cards on any decision.
Study links partners to lower post-meal glucose
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— Sep 23, 2026
An Israeli study found that people had smaller post-meal blood-sugar spikes and returned to baseline faster when eating with a loved one than when eating alone. Researchers describe this as “social physiology”; they also reported better temperature regulation and reduced stress responses with social partners, suggesting close relationships may influence basic bodily processes, though the findings do not establish a treatment for metabolic conditions.
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Houthis Launch Missile Attack On Riyadh International Airport As Blasts Shock Saudi Capital
Harold Hutchison · 2 min · 7h
Mackenzie Phillips Recalls Tensions With Costar Richard Masur
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— Sep 12, 2026
Mackenzie Phillips said her One Day at a Time costar Richard Masur wasn’t very nice during season 1, but the two later made peace after Masur apologized. The broader cast, including Valerie Bertinelli, recalled Norman Lear as a loving yet intimidating mentor, and Masur left the show after the first season.
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Support Trump vs Support Democrats
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Every executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.
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One-eyed vole loves coming up to our door for some reason
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— Sep 7, 2026
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How Americans Are Reinventing Retirement
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— Aug 28, 2024
Looking into their love lives, nearly 15% of retirees want to find love during retirement and are planning to spend more time dating to find “the one.” SHVETS PRODUCTION VIA PEXELS. “> Retirees are living…
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Trump Says Catholics ‘Loved’ AI Image of Pope — Cardinal Disagrees
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— May 5, 2025
President Donald Trump may think Catholics “loved” the AI of him as pope, but a at least one cardinal and one bishop beg to differ. The image of Trump as the pope, which was posted on Trump’s social media May 2, drew…
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Michael Jackson’s Son Talks Helping Others Grieve Loved Ones 13 Years After Father’s Death
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— Oct 31, 2022
Late singer Michael Jackson’s eldest son Prince Jackson talked in an interview over the weekend about his foundation for those who are grieving a loved one. On October 28, Prince Jackson hosted the 2022 Thriller Night…
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A good life means choosing which pain deserves your attention
Manson claims endless positivity chasing breeds anxiety, while happiness comes from picking a few worthwhile struggles and accepting their cost.
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Videos Show Freed Hostages Reunite With Loved Ones Amid Trump Peace Deal
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— Oct 13, 2025
Freed Israeli hostages ran into the arms of loved ones Monday as emotional reunion videos swept across social media. Hamas released the last 20 living Israeli hostages on Monday as part of the peace deal that President…
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Mom Spreads Love to 400 Widows on Valentine’s Day
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— Feb 14, 2022
Valentine’s Day is a day to spend with the one you love, but for many widows, they can only hold onto the memory of their spouse. James 1:27 tells us the importance of taking care of widows and “to visit them in their…
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Criticized in Washington, Marjorie Taylor Greene Is Loved Back Home
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— Feb 12, 2021
From the pulpit this past Sunday, Pastor Brian Crisp prayed for President Joe Biden and delivered a passionate sermon on loving one’s neighbor. But away from church, the Baptist preacher was steeling for battle. This…
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Ray Romano Chokes Up Remembering the One Line from Peter Boyle He Never Forgot
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— Nov 25, 2025
Nearly two decades after the death of “Everybody Loves Raymond” star Peter Boyle, Ray Romano says the late actor’s guidance and kindness still stay with him. During Monday’s “Everybody Loves Raymond: 30th Anniversary…
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Casey DeSantis Teams with Tim Tebow to ‘Share the Love of Christ’ on One Special Night
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— Feb 15, 2023
The first lady of Florida just teamed up with a football legend to act upon the Gospel message of love and provide a special experience for young people with special needs. Casey DeSantis, the wife of Gov. Ron DeSantis…
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There’s A New Development Blowing Up America’s AI Debate
Sean Moran · 7 min · 8h
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