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Developing·Oct 12, 2026

2026 MLB stretch run: wild-card races and top performances

Jacob Misiorowski touched 104 mph but allowed one run and five hits before exiting with one out in the fifth of NLCS Game 1 against the Dodgers.
Brewers beat Dodgers 2-1 in NLCS opener.

226 stories · 5892 sources

Developing·Oct 12, 2026

Drone strikes and hybrid warfare escalate around the Russia-Ukraine war

Ukrainian drone attacks in Russia’s Belgorod region killed a married couple and injured several others, including a child.
Odesa officials reported Russian strike damaged postal logistics facility in the region.

142 stories · 8943 sources

Developing·Oct 12, 2026

2026 NFL season week 4 results and standings

Commanders and Giants finish 27-27 after Daniels clock-management failure in OT.
Bengals Beat Dolphins 31-24, Burrow Throws Four TDs.

55 stories · 1292 sources

“You can usually tell that a man is good if he has a dog who loves him.” — W. Bruce Cameron, A Dog's Purpose — Oct 1, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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SSA Set to Announce 2027 COLA Oct. 14 — Oct 1, 2026The Social Security Administration is expected to announce the 2027 cost-of-living adjustment on Oct. 14, after September inflation data complete the CPI-W calculation. Forecasts put the increase at about 3.5% to 3.6%, above 2026’s 2.8%; the agency is also expected to release updates affecting workers and beneficiaries, including the earnings-test limit and taxable earnings cap.

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Fall Arrives Across U.S. Amid Regional Weather Swings — Sep 21, 2026W-SR FFA students hung donated cornstalks on Waverly’s Bremer Ave. on Sept. 16 as a frontal boundary brought cooler fall air and 69-degree Tuesday highs to Springfield.

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Chris Dalton Weather swings like this always throw off my fall plans for the garden.

Magnolia Oil-Tank Fire Kills Three FirefightersPolitics — Sep 17, 2026Arkansas history on September 19–20 features a spectrum of notable events: Civil War skirmishing near Helena in 1862, the 1883 marriage of future governor George W. Donaghey, and the 1923 Little Rock police murders death sentences; 1944 Magnolia’s oil-fire disaster that claimed three firefighters; the 1957 Central High School desegregation injunction hearing that led to the guards’ withdrawal; and the 1974 Young v. Ethyl Corporation bromine litigation. The dates also record 1863 Cavalry organization at Magnolia, 1917 Fort Smith labor strike, 1942 Jehovah’s Witnesses attack in Little Rock, 1957 legal challenges surrounding Little Rock desegregation, the 1958 vote to keep closed schools, and Kennedy’s Arkansas campaign in 1960.

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IJRBloodsucking Disease-Carrying Winged Pests Swarm Los AngelesLibby Bandelin · 3 min · 1h

Moose Jaw Warriors Open WHL Season With Overtime Win — Sep 20, 2026Moose Jaw Warriors edged the Saskatoon Blades 7-6 in overtime to open the WHL season, led by Gage Nagel’s hat trick and Colt Carter’s goals, as local prep teams also posted wins over the weekend. Across football and other major leagues, Manchester City took the Premier League lead, Ireland prepared for Nations League fixtures, and NFL/MLB updates plus a Week 10 waiver-wire guide shaped weekend sports coverage.

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Chris Dalton Blades came close but the Warriors depth showed up when it mattered most in the extra frame.

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.

Severe Storms Bring Flooding and Winds to Australia and Parts of U.S. — Sep 17, 2026Across Australia, authorities warned of elevated fire danger in Tasmania, widespread storm damage and power outages in South Australia and Western Australia, and an unusually warm El Niño-influenced winter pattern bringing heavy rain and strong winds to parts of the country. In North America, meteorologists issued severe-weather alerts for strong thunderstorms with gusty winds and hail across several states, while Canadian Maritime media highlighted local weather watchers tracking September conditions.

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Wrong-Way Crashes Kill Three Across StatesAuto — Oct 3, 2026Wrong-way crashes in Wisconsin, Florida and Kansas killed three women and left several others injured. The crashes occurred on Highway 16 in Waukesha County, I-295 in Jacksonville and an I-135 ramp in Wichita; the Wichita crash also seriously injured the wrong-way driver, while a driver in the Florida crash was critically hurt.

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Top-Ranked Whitecaps Host Struggling DC United — Sep 24, 2026Western Conference-leading Vancouver Whitecaps host struggling D.C. United at BC Place, with Vancouver heavily favored after a 3-0 win over Real Salt Lake while D.C. is winless in three. D.C. will be without leading scorers Tai Baribo and Louis Munteanu during the international window, a major setback against a Vancouver side with the West’s strongest attack and fewest goals conceded.

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Wave-Shaped Designs Cut Building Wind Pressures Up to 60%Science — 6dFlorida State University researchers found that wave-shaped walls and roofs on low-rise buildings can reduce peak hurricane-wind pressures near vulnerable corners by 40% to 60% in wind-tunnel tests. The design could offer engineers a way to improve wind resilience through building shape, alongside conventional measures such as stronger materials and rounded corners.

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The Conservative DeskTrump’s energy ceasefire meets Russian silence and fresh strikesTrump declared an immediate energy truce on Truth Social. Kyiv held its fire; Moscow struck again and would not confirm. American diesel prices and the taxpayer sit at the center.8m

Lamers Wins Two First-Place World Dairy Expo AwardsBusiness — 5dAppleton’s Lamers Dairy won first-place honors for its whole and 1% low-fat chocolate milk at the 2026 World Dairy Expo, plus second place for half-and-half. It also earned multiple Wisconsin State Fair awards, including grand champion fluid milk for its whole white milk.

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Watford host winless Burnley as West Brom meets Birmingham in derby — 4dChampionship action this weekend features Swansea aiming to protect their strong start against Norwich, whose defense has struggled, while in-form Stoke visit Bolton and West Brom host Birmingham in a local derby. At the other end of the table, struggling Derby seek a turnaround against Wrexham; Charlton and Bristol City meet as Bristol City look to build on improved form.

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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.

Hawaii Volleyball Sweeps San Jose State AgainSports — 2dHawaii’s women’s volleyball team swept San Jose State twice over the weekend, extending its run of consecutive sweeps and remaining unbeaten atop the Mountain West at 6-0 despite playing without injured hitter Tali Hakas. Cha’lei Reid led the Rainbow Wahine in kills in both matches, and the team next travels to face Wyoming.

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Anne Carson wins Nobel for blending classical scholarship with desire — 5dAnne Carson won the Nobel Prize in Literature for work that brings classical ideas into inventive writing about human emotion. Other features explore overlooked voices in literary history, including Black women’s engagement with Shakespeare, a Golden Age Spanish priory’s influence, and a play by crypto-Jewish writer Felipe Godínez that drew the Inquisition’s attention.

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Travel Guides Map Day Trips Across U.S.Lifestyle — 5dThe articles highlight easy regional day trips built around walkable towns, scenic waterfronts, history and low-key outings—from Maine towns near Portland and Maryland lighthouse walks to Southern California escapes, Montana getaways and destinations near Wheaton. Together, they emphasize nearby variety and flexible itineraries, whether visitors want a gentle stroll, local shops or a change of scenery.

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IJRTrump NATO Envoy Tells Nations To Take Responsibility For Expanding EastJillian Butler · 2 min · 2h

Kenai Peninsula Students Post Steady Math and Reading Gains — Sep 18, 2026In Washington, D.C., prosecutors and defense rest in the Trayon White trial as a driver faces rape allegations; in Alaska, Kenai Peninsula students show slow but steady gains in math and reading while the assembly advances weather-modification bills. A CNBC segment previews the week ahead in business, and in Aiken, South Carolina, a weekend slate of events includes a rummage sale, vendor fair, film screenings, a STEM festival, and church gatherings; in Seward, Alaska, five candidates vie for two city council seats as teachers and staff negotiate a new contract.

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Soccer vs American FootballYourlist — VS BattleThe world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.

Trump Showcases Relationships With Golf’s Top Pros — Sep 13, 2026President Donald Trump spends weekends at his Doonbeg resort in Ireland watching the Irish Open and pursuing his well-known golf passion—playing, designing courses, and building—while highlighting his friendships with top pro golfers such as Rory McIlroy, Tiger Woods, Bryson DeChambeau, and Scottie Scheffler. He frequently praises these players, shares photos with them on social media, and has invited some to the White House as part of his ongoing golf network.

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Elena Vasquez Inviting pros such as Scottie Scheffler to the White House is a solid way to celebrate golf's top talent.

Audrey Werro Wins Inaugural Ultimate 800m Title — Sep 12, 2026Audrey Werro of Switzerland won the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship women's 800m in Budapest, clocking 1:55.88 to beat Keely Hodgkinson and Femke Broeders-Bol as she claimed $150,000 from the event’s $10 million prize pot, capping a breakout season dominated by sub-1:54 wins. Her victory continues a narrative of Werro’s dominance and keeps alive discussions about the aging 1:53.28 world record as Hodgkinson and Broeders-Bol also challenged throughout the year.

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Jared Kim Werro's sub-1:54 runs all year showed she was ready, and that 150k payout fits her level of dominance.

Guardians, White Sox set for winner-take-all ALDS Game 5 — 2dCleveland’s Gavin Williams will start Saturday’s winner-take-all ALDS Game 5 against Chicago’s Sean Burke after closing out the Guardians’ Game 4 win to tie the series 2-2. Burke, who dominated in a Game 2 victory, will start for the White Sox as both teams look to advance to the AL Championship Series.

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Wisconsin-Whitewater Sweeps ITA Regional Tennis TitlesSports — Oct 4, 2026Wisconsin-Whitewater’s Theo Billson won the Midwest ITA singles title and, with Luke Blumentritt, the doubles crown, while Wahpeton boys’ tennis earned its first state tournament berth since 2003. Elsewhere, a report describes an unpredictable pro season shaped by injuries and Alexander Zverev’s rise to No. 1, and a profile reflects on New Zealand tennis leader Kevin’s decades-long impact on the sport.

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BooksStock prices wander so boring index funds usually winMalkiel shows neither charts nor expert stock-picking reliably beat a low-cost market index once fees and behavior are counted.20m · 5 reads

Jehovah’s Witnesses Ease Blood-Component Rules, Retain Whole-Blood Ban — Sep 18, 2026The Governing Body of Jehovah’s Witnesses has further relaxed policies on blood, allowing members to decide, based on personal conscience, whether to accept or donate four main blood components (red cells, white cells, plasma, platelets) and to receive products derived from donated blood. The organization, however, maintains its longstanding ban on whole-blood transfusions and notes that decisions on blood use remain a personal conscience matter, with prior updates permitting members to store their own blood for future care.

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Marcus Bell This update could mean fewer Witnesses face conflicts during major surgeries.

Wrong-Way Incidents Bring Arizona Arrest, Tennessee Trooper Injury — Sep 24, 2026An Arizona driver was arrested after allegedly driving the wrong way on I-40 near Winslow as part of a game called “Lunatic,” in which participants intentionally drive against traffic. Troopers stopped the SUV before a crash, and authorities warned that the dangerous stunt could cost lives.

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Aliyah Boston Helps Team USA Claim Fifth Straight World Cup Title — Sep 18, 2026Aliyah Boston played a pivotal role for Team USA as they won the FIBA World Cup, posting strong two-way impact with 6.2 points, 3.2 rebounds and a high plus-minus while Coach Stephanie White lauded her growth and ability to stretch the floor. Her form helped the Fever secure a playoff spot, and both Boston and White stressed the potential for expanded, multi-faceted roles for Boston with Team USA and in the WNBA going forward.

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Creed Takes Lead on Overtime Restart to Win at Bristol — Sep 18, 2026Sheldon Creed extended his O'Reilly Series points lead by winning the Food City 300 at Bristol, with a late surge past William Sawalich while Kvapil faced a brake failure hindering his finish, and the race featured a weather-canceled qualifying session that left Creed on the front row alongside Jesse Love. The Bristol weekend also highlighted a $11.23 million Cup Series purse for 2026, and a pole position for Love with Creed on the front row once qualifying was canceled due to bad weather.

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Jared Kim Creed's late pass on that restart showed why he's leading the points, weather or not.

BHP Port Hedland Workers Seek Arbitration Over Wages — Sep 15, 2026About 450 BHP Port Hedland workers will seek Fair Work Commission wage arbitration after nine months; the union says 40% would be worse off under BHP's 17% offer.

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Jared Kim BHP's 17 percent offer looks weak if it leaves 40 percent of workers worse off after nine months of talks.

IJREXCLUSIVE: China Used Military-Linked Kindergarten To Cultivate Ties With Mitch McConnell’s Wife And In-LawsPhilip Lenczycki · 9 min · 3h