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Westbrook Develops Series on Smith and Jazzy Jeff — 3dWestbrook Studios and The Malar Group are developing “215,” a scripted series about Will Smith and DJ Jazzy Jeff’s rise from teenage friends in late-1980s Philadelphia to hip-hop stars. The project will follow their pursuit of a record deal amid the city’s growing hip-hop scene and is the first title in the companies’ film and television partnership.

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Blue Jays Rookie Bateman Exits With Hip Injury After Sliding Catch — Sep 22, 2026Blue Jays rookie Brett Bateman exited Monday vs. Orioles with right hip discomfort after a second-inning sliding catch; X-rays negative for fracture.

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Elena Vasquez That sliding catch was impressive but it cost Bateman with a hip injury. Hope it's not serious for the rookie.

Bills’ Ed Oliver Out After Warmup Hip Injury — Sep 17, 2026Bills DT Ed Oliver is out vs. Detroit after a hip injury in pregame warmups, ruled inactive 90 minutes before kickoff though he was not on the weekly injury report.

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Dana Whitfield Detroit elevating Reed should help them exploit the gaps in Buffalo's defensive line tonight.

Twins’ Buxton Set for Season-Ending Hip Surgery — Sep 11, 2026Minnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton will have arthroscopic surgery on his right hip, ending his season and causing him to miss the remainder of the year. Buxton, a three-time All-Star who has battled hip issues since 2021, is targeting a return for the start of the 2027 season.

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Dana Whitfield Taking the full year plus to heal properly makes sense if it means he can play without constant pain afterward.

Kid Rock Releases Single, Plans First Christian Album — Oct 1, 2026Kid Rock released “James 1:17 (Jesus Is King)” as the lead single from his first Christian album, “Halfway 2 Jesus,” which is slated for Oct. 17. He says the project grew out of his faith journey and the success of his faith-focused cover of “‘Til You Can’t”; the album is set to blend rock, country and hip-hop, with guest appearances including Eminem.

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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.

Evans Ruled Out Against Cardinals With Rib Injury — Sep 24, 2026Mike Evans was questionable for the 49ers’ Week 3 game with a hip injury after missing practices, as San Francisco already faced a depleted receiving corps. He then left the game in visible pain and was carted to the locker room, adding to the team’s injury concerns at wide receiver.

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49ers Defeat Dolphins 35-13 as Multiple Receivers Exit With Injuries — Sep 20, 202649ers beat Dolphins 35-13 as Mike Evans exits with a hip injury after 3 catches for 54 yards; Shanahan says it did not seem serious while Robinson has a high-ankle sprain.

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Maya Lindstrom Robinson's high ankle sprain will likely keep him out longer than expected, which hurts their passing attack.

Cowboys' Malik Davis Carted Off With Hip Injury — Sep 11, 2026Dallas Cowboys running back Malik Davis suffered a hip injury in Friday's practice, leaving his Week 1 status in doubt and thinning the depth behind Javonte Williams. If Davis can’t play, Emari Demercado would become the primary backup, with Israel Abanikanda as a practice-squad option, and teams could consider recalling Jaydon Blue or Phil Mafah if needed.

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Priya Raman Demercado as the new backup might work but Abanikanda or a recall could be needed if things get worse.

Verlander Throws Simulated Game Toward Final Tigers Start — Sep 12, 2026Detroit Tigers star Justin Verlander is edging toward potentially making one final start this season as he recovers from hip inflammation and a hamstring strain, with a planned career celebration during the last series. The 43-year-old has said 2026 will be his final season, and Detroit is hopeful he can pitch again after limited action this year as he continues rehab and mound work.

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Marcus Bell The career celebration in the final series sounds right, he's given a lot to Detroit over the years.

50 Cent, Belize Politician Shyne Reconcile After Feud — Sep 10, 2026Rappers 50 Cent and Shyne have effectively ended over two decades of beef after a chance Serafina dinner in New York, with both men characterizing the reunion as a step toward unity in hip‑hop and beyond. Shyne, now a Belizean politician, frames himself as an elder statesman who offers olive branches, while 50 Cent praised his growth and even floated visiting Belize as part of the evolving relationship.

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Apollo Eyes $20 Billion J&J Orthopedics Unit — Sep 11, 2026Apollo Global Management is poised to acquire Johnson & Johnson's DePuy Synthes orthopedics unit for about $20 billion, a deal that would value the asset at roughly two times its sales as J&J considers a tax-free spin-off or other paths to sharpen focus on higher-growth healthcare areas. DePuy Synthes generated about $9.3 billion in 2025 revenue but trails faster-growing segments and carries thousands of hip-implant lawsuits that would influence buyer pricing.

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Marcus Bell Two times sales feels fair given the revenue but the lawsuits could still force a lower final price.

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

Pacheco Injury Reshapes Lions, College Football Rosters — Sep 11, 2026Across football programs, several key players face extended absences or uncertain returns after injuries: the Detroit Lions’ Isiah Pacheco will miss a prolonged stretch after surgery, forcing more carries for Jahmyr Gibbs and others; Florida’s Eric Singleton Jr. is questionable to play as he recovers from an ankle injury ahead of the Florida–Auburn game. Additionally, Detroit’s Christian Mahogany has a negative initial scan but hip-related concerns keep his status uncertain, Oregon’s Jamari Johnson may miss time after not dressing, and Penn State’s LaVar Arrington II is dealing with a knee setback with a 4–6 week timeline, potentially affecting defensive line rotations.

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Murder Mystery Dinners Planned at Several VenuesEntertainment — 4dSeveral venues are hosting interactive murder-mystery dinners and theatrical productions this fall, inviting audiences to solve fictional crimes alongside meals, costumes, and live entertainment. Events include a masked Halloween dinner in Sioux Falls, a 1920s-themed dinner in Thomaston, a Clue stage production, and a hippie-themed reunion mystery in Covington.

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“Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe.” — Augustine of Hippo, Bishop and theologian, 354–430 — 2dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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Priya Raman Augustine captures it well, faith means stepping out without full evidence and often finding the meaning afterward.

“Thou hast made us for thyself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it finds its rest in thee.” — Augustine of Hippo, Confessions — 2dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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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.

“Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe.” — Augustine of Hippo, Bishop and theologian, 354–430 — Sep 30, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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“Thou hast made us for thyself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it finds its rest in thee.” — Augustine of Hippo, Confessions — Sep 30, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Seahawks’ Darnold Diagnosed With Glute Injury — Sep 10, 2026Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold suffered a muscle-related hip/glute injury early in the season opener, with no fracture detected and the team holding him out for at least Week 2 as Drew Lock steps in; the timeline for a return ranges from a couple of weeks to potentially Week 3 or later, depending on recovery. Coaches and insiders have indicated the injury is muscular and not catastrophic, keeping Seattle optimistic about Darnold’s eventual return while Lock leads the team in the short term.

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BYU Announces Record Philanthropic Partnership With PV3 — 11hBYU Athletics called its PV3 Enterprises deal the largest philanthropic commitment in department history, renaming LaVell Edwards Stadium's field PV3 Field and granting NIL deals to more than 40 athletes.

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Trump Says No Iran Strikes Before Midterms — 5dAs tensions with Iran escalate, Israeli officials have warned Tehran to accept U.S. terms or face military consequences, while Iranian military leaders have threatened retaliation against U.S. bases, ships and regional interests if attacked. Israel has also warned Germany and Britain of possible Iran-linked attacks on U.S. military facilities in Europe, including Ramstein and RAF Fairford.

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Anne Carson wins Nobel for blending classical scholarship with desire — 3dAnne 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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Samsung Forecasts Record $80 Billion ProfitBusiness — 4dSamsung is expected to post a record third-quarter operating profit of about 108.1 trillion won, nearly nine times the year-earlier figure, as surging demand and prices for memory chips—including high-bandwidth memory—drive results. A weaker dollar has led analysts to trim forecasts, while Samsung’s foundry and System LSI businesses are expected to remain loss-making.

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Atlanta Dream reach first WNBA Finals since 2013 — 15hAngel Reese scored a team-high 22 points as the Atlanta Dream swept the defending champion New York Liberty, 85-83, to reach the WNBA Finals for the first time since 2013. Reese said she had envisioned the Finals after joining Atlanta, while teammates credited her leadership and impact on the team’s run.

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Israel Could Be Propagandizing Christians At A Church Near You. Here’s How — 1hAn Israeli-guided media company that documents show paid a former Trump campaign aide's firm millions to influence public opinion is supporting an effort to propagandize American Christians at their places of worship, federal records reveal.

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Marcus Bell It's troubling to think foreign interests might be shaping sermons and church events without congregations knowing.