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Jeremiah Smith Posts 164 Yards, Touchdown — Sep 13, 2026In Philadelphia, DeVonta Smith stepped into a primary role with a 3-for-53 stat line in a win over Washington, aided by a standout 31-yard grab and a late onside play, while Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith is generating Heisman buzz after a monster 164-yard, one-touchdown effort against Texas, underscoring his reputation as a generational playmaker. Additionally, industry projections peg Smith as a potential top NFL draft pick, with mock drafts suggesting the Giants could target him as part of a talent-loaded receiving corps.

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Book outlines nine principles for mastering skills in months — 8hDeliberate project design—not talent—lets ordinary people compress multi-year schooling into months of direct practice.

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Jared Kim I've built real apps in six months by breaking down big projects into weekly targets instead of taking endless courses.

Rare shocks nobody sees coming drive history and markets — 10hA turkey’s thousand safe feedings end the week before Thanksgiving—and Taleb says finance and forecasting still make that same mistake.

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Nicole Hardy Taleb's point about the turkey hits hard because markets keep treating past stability as proof nothing can go wrong.

Gladwell links extraordinary success to hidden advantages over raw talent — 22hExtraordinary achievement rests on birth timing, rare practice doors, family culture, and accumulated opportunity more than pure merit or grit.

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Marcus Bell My brother was born in January so he always made the travel teams while friends born later got cut despite equal skill.

Some systems get stronger from shocks—here is how — 1dTaleb’s framework gives investors, skeptics of top-down policy, and anyone building a career a way to court useful volatility instead of suppressing every stressor.

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Dana Whitfield Policy makers keep trying to stamp out every bump in the economy but that just leaves everything brittle when a real shock arrives.

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.

Construction Careers Gain Workforce Training InvestmentBusiness — 5dAs construction employers face workforce needs, universities, apprenticeships and intentionally designed internships are creating pathways into skilled trades and construction management. Students and industry leaders say these programs can build careers while helping employers develop and retain the talent needed for future projects.

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Arts Students Showcase Talent Across CampusesEntertainment — 5dColleges and community arts groups are creating low-pressure stages and showcases for emerging performers and media makers, while also connecting young people with professional opportunities. Recent events featured student musicians, young filmmakers and Washington County high school students exploring arts careers.

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Employers Seek Healthcare Workers Across US CitiesHealth — 5dHealthcare employers are adding leadership and recruiting talent while offering clinical and support roles across multiple locations, including local nursing, rehabilitation, veterinary and travel positions. Forum Health named Elizabeth Campbell chief financial and development officer, while CRISP appointed David Hale general counsel.

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College Volleyball Spotlights Wins, Honors, Emerging TalentSports — 6dOgden volleyball coach Jenni Winter praised her team’s focus and teamwork during a busy week, including conference wins and a 2-2 tournament finish. Elsewhere, Penn State Altoona’s Hannah Swank and Pitt-Bradford’s Tori Unverdorben earned conference weekly honors, while Wisconsin freshman Isabelle Hoppe has carved out a growing role as a serving and backcourt substitute.

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Report: 56% Blame Cyber Skills Gaps for BreachesTech — 4dBusinesses face growing shortages of AI, cloud and cybersecurity skills, with Vietnamese companies citing a lack of digital talent as a major barrier to AI adoption. As AI accelerates cyberattacks and skills gaps contribute to costly breaches, the articles emphasize practical, AI-ready training linked to employers’ needs.

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Vice President JD Vance on H1-B visas and American jobs — Oct 1, 2026This clip shows Vice President JD Vance speaking on the H1-B visa program. He states that replacing American workers with lower-paid foreign labor destroys jobs rather than attracting top talent. The video is spreading due to its focus on e

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Derek Foss Companies need to invest in training US workers first before defaulting to overseas labor on these visas.

Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

Reports: Trump Expected at No. 1 Texas vs Tennessee Game — Sep 22, 2026President Donald Trump is expected to attend the Tennessee-Texas game at Neyland Stadium on Sept. 26, a noon kickoff, with multiple outlets noting his anticipated presence as part of a high-profile SEC showdown. The weekend also features a slate of premier recruits visiting Tennessee for the matchup against the top-ranked Texas, highlighting significant talent in town for the game.

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USMNT camp features 13 newcomers, eight teenagers — Sep 22, 2026Mauricio Pochettino says unfinished business and a strong connection with the U.S. drove his decision to stay through 2030, as he looks to build on the team’s progress and develop its emerging young talent. His next challenge is broadening the player pool—through youth development and recruiting dual nationals—and testing its depth during a demanding run of matches, including after Ricardo Pepi’s injury opened an opportunity for Damion Downs.

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Women’s Sports Growth Builds Toward 2027 World CupSports — Sep 18, 2026Across sports, the focus ranges from the business expansion of women’s athletics and long‑term revenue potential for leagues such as the 2027 Women’s World Cup to high‑stakes talent moves in the NFL and a slate of local and prep competition. Additional coverage includes a risk‑assessment dashboard for MLB, college football, and the WNBA, plus vivid game stories from high school volleyball and prep schedules.

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Patrick Kane Returns, Joins Blackhawks’ Young Core — Sep 17, 2026Patrick Kane returns to the Chicago Blackhawks for a 20th season, navigating a familiar rink with a very different locker room as a growing, newer core pushes toward contention. The team has added veteran talent and top prospects, including Kantserov and Bedard, while Kane’s presence emphasizes a blend of legacy and renewal for a potential run in the Western Conference.

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What were you actually built to do?Quizie — QuizNot the job you have — the one your wiring has been begging for. Twelve questions and the AI writes the job description.

China Youth Unemployment Hits Record 18.9%Finance — Sep 17, 2026China’s urban youth unemployment rose to 18.9% in August, the highest since the current methodology began, as 16–24-year-olds face a tight job market amid a record 12.7 million graduates entering the workforce; the broader urban unemployment rate also edged up to 5.3% as the economy slows. Officials say the youth spike is largely seasonal and should ease in the coming months, though the sustained pressure on new graduates highlights persistent challenges in absorbing young talent.

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Dodgers Clinch Fifth Straight NL West Title — Sep 12, 2026The Dodgers extended their postseason streak, aiming for a third straight World Series while integrating new talent like Tarik Skubal and the emergence of Josue De Paula amid an aging, injury-prone lineup. They endured mixed results in Miami, including a 6-4 loss that featured rookie De Paula’s first homer and a dramatic Ohtani grand slam, underscoring both depth and health challenges.

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DeepSeek Plans First CFO Ahead of Possible IPO — Sep 14, 2026DeepSeek plans to appoint Yan Wentao as its first CFO as it prepares for a potential STAR Market IPO, with CITIC Securities lined up to support the listing and a company valuation around 500 billion yuan amid ongoing fundraising and investment in chips, computing infrastructure, and talent. Yan, born in 1991 and a GL Ventures partner, will handle investor relations and financial management as the startup transitions toward conventional financing and public-market readiness.

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Sam Okafor DeepSeek's 500 billion yuan valuation before IPO looks aggressive given the chip spending, but the CFO hire should help steady investor talks.

Texas Rallies Past Ohio State, Takes No. 1 Ranking — Sep 10, 2026Top-ranked Ohio State and No. 4 Texas square off in Austin for a high-stakes, national-title-caliber early-season showdown featuring Heisman contenders Arch Manning and Julian Sayin and rosters loaded with NFL talent, continuing a rare but growing series between the programs. The matchup also highlights broader Big Ten-SEC tensions and ongoing debates over playoff expansion and conference influence on postseason decisions.

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Coach Celebrates 85th Anniversary With NYFW Show — Sep 10, 2026Coach’s Spring 2027 show in New York featured a front row led by Elle Fanning and Storm Reid with a diverse mix of Hollywood, music and fashion talent, showcasing the brand’s ongoing emphasis on individual style. The night doubled as an 85th‑anniversary celebration, channeling Studio 54 energy with a tailored party atmosphere and VIPs including global ambassadors and guests, underscoring Coach’s festive, collaborative approach to self‑expression.

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ACL Tear Ends Magbegor’s World Cup, WNBA Season — Sep 10, 2026Australia forward Ezi Magbegor suffered a torn ACL in her right knee during the FIBA World Cup, ending both her involvement in the tournament and the Seattle Storm’s 2026 WNBA season, with potential implications for her 2027 season. The injury, compounded by Alanna Smith’s absence and Seattle’s poor 8-32 record, leaves Australia facing Spain in the World Cup quarterfinals and the Storm rebuilding around young frontcourt talent as they miss the playoffs.

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Rachel Meyers ACL recoveries are never quick, hope she gets the time needed before jumping back into 2027.

Protesters Dressed in ‘Handmaid’s Tale’ Outfits Disrupt Catholic MassReporting — May 10, 2022Protesters dressed in outfits from Margaret Atwood’s “The Handmaid’s Tale” entered a Catholic Mass Sunday amid protests for abortion rights. A man said, “You are not attacking anybody.” A protester responded, “You’re…

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JAMES CARTER: Kamala Harris’ Tax Hikes Would Spin Gold Into Straw — Sep 3, 2024Rumpelstiltskin, the classic Brothers Grimm fairy tale , features an imp with the extraordinary ability to spin straw into gold. Similarly, Vice President Kamala Harris offers her own fairy tale policies. Unfortunately…

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CNN Panel Melts Down When Scott Jennings Compares Dem Pandering To Somalis To ‘Handmaid’s Tale’ — Dec 30, 2025Salem Radio Network host Scott Jennings caused a CNN panel to melt down on Tuesday after he took a jab at Democratic Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan for wearing a “Handmaid’s Tale” outfit while pandering to Somalis…

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