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“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 — 5dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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Cornell Defendant Seeks AG James’ Removal From Probe — 3dGillio Lopes, one of the Cornell 7, filed an Article 78 petition Wednesday to remove AG Letitia James as special prosecutor, citing her pre-appointment post that the complainant's ordeal was horrific.

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Whitney Rose Files for Divorce After Nearly 17 YearsEntertainment — 5dWhitney Rose filed for divorce in Utah on October 6 after nearly 17 years; the sealed petition includes a parenting plan for Bobbie, 16, and Brooks, 13.

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Maryland Bus Driver Removed After Kitten RescueLifestyle — 3dA longtime Maryland school bus driver was removed from her route after letting a 10-year-old student get off the bus on a rural road to rescue an injured kitten. Parents say the decision was excessive and are petitioning for her reinstatement, while acknowledging that allowing the child off the bus raised legitimate safety concerns.

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Teen Killed, Another Charged in Knoxville ShootingWorld — 4dA teenager died after a firearm accidentally discharged at a North Knoxville home, where several juveniles were present. Police say another teen was handling the gun and has been taken into custody on a juvenile reckless-homicide petition; authorities have not released the youths’ identities.

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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.

Supreme Court Declines Review of Fifth Circuit Felon Firearm Ruling — 5dThe Supreme Court declined Monday to hear the Justice Department’s petition to review an appeals court’s decision that overturned a man's conviction for possessing a firearm after he'd been convicted of possessing methamphetamine.

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CPS plans enhanced abuse victim supportHealth — 5dDomestic abuse can involve coercive control and isolation, and advocates say survivors should have access to confidential, trauma-informed support. Efforts to improve help include a new victim-liaison service across England and Wales, while a petition calls for specialist advocates to guide victims through reporting and related services.

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Kashmiri Filmmaker Detained by ICE at DullesWorld — 6dKashmiri filmmaker Arfat Sheikh was detained by ICE at Dulles Airport on Sept. 24 while traveling to a Washington panel, according to friends and supporters, and is being held in Virginia. He has filed a federal habeas petition; supporters say he has a pending immigration application and valid work authorization, claims authorities have not confirmed.

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Five Buss Siblings Defend Pending Lakers Stake Sale — 4dFive of Jeanie Buss’ siblings filed a court opposition to her effort to block the Buss family trust from selling its 17.8% Lakers stake to the incoming ownership group led by Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger, calling her petition baseless and saying the sale should proceed. The dispute could affect Jeanie Buss’ ability to remain the Lakers’ governor, and a court hearing is scheduled for Dec. 8.

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Indonesia Court Rejects Challenge to Gibran’s Education Credentials — 6dIndonesia’s Constitutional Court rejected a petition to disqualify Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka, saying it could not overturn his election after he had taken office. The court noted the case provided no convincing evidence that he held a senior-high-school-equivalent diploma and said other institutions must address his eligibility.

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Smart Glasses Face Push for RestrictionsTech — 5dGovernments and schools are moving to restrict smart glasses over covert recording, privacy and security risks, and potential cheating: Pennsylvania advanced a bill requiring recording indicators, while a Pakistani court summoned officials over a petition seeking a sales ban. School districts in North Carolina have adopted employee-use restrictions, and Worcester officials are considering a student ban with exceptions for medical needs or disabilities.

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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.

Zahara Jolie Legally Drops Pitt Surname — Sep 28, 2026Zahara, 21, is now legally Zahara Marley Jolie after a Los Angeles judge granted her petition to drop Pitt with no objections filed.

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Dana Whitfield Zahara Marley Jolie is a clean choice that keeps the parts of her background she values most.

Second US Judge Blocks $100,000 H-1B Fee — Oct 1, 2026A second federal judge blocked the Trump administration’s $100,000 fee on certain H-1B visa petitions, finding agencies likely failed to follow required notice-and-comment procedures. The ruling offers relief to employers and foreign skilled workers, including many from India, though the fee remains subject to ongoing litigation and a separate proposed fee is unaffected.

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Marcus Bell This fee would have priced out many skilled workers from India that tech firms rely on, so the judges made the right call on procedure.

Shareholders Sue New York Times Over Israel Coverage — Sep 23, 2026David Benger said shareholders are entitled to see whether the board was watching at all as Florida's SBA petitioned the Times for Israel-coverage records after a four-month refusal.

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Nicole Hardy If shareholders suspect bias in the Times Israel reporting, they should be able to review internal records to confirm standards are followed.

Florida pension fund petitions court for New York Times editorial records — Sep 23, 2026Florida’s retirement system and a conservative shareholder group ask a New York court to force The New York Times to show whether its board oversees the editorial standards it sells to investors.

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Dana Whitfield This push for internal records feels like a partisan move to harass the paper rather than address real oversight issues.

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

New Hampshire Judge Rejects Pamela Smart New-Trial Bid — Sep 17, 2026Pamela Smart remains the only person still imprisoned in her husband's 1990 killing after Judge Jack Kennedy denied her new-trial petition in a 55-page order.

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Maya Lindstrom After thirty years it's fair to say the trial evidence and verdict should finally be left alone.

Pickle Festivals Held, Planned Across Three CitiesLifestyle — 2dPickle-themed festivals range from Texarkana’s growing event, which added a 5K and car show, to Deptford’s 30th annual celebration featuring homemade pickle competitions and pub fare. Richmond will host its first Pickle Party Nov. 6–8, with live music, food trucks, an art exhibition, markets and a pickle parade.

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NFL Teams Weigh Quarterback Plans Amid Uneven Starts — 3dNFL teams are weighing major quarterback questions: Seattle faces pressure to curb Sam Darnold’s turnovers or consider Drew Lock, while Miami may need to give Kyle McCord a chance if Malik Willis’ poor play continues. Atlanta, by contrast, is encouraged by Michael Penix Jr.’s rapid progress, though upcoming tests will show whether he can lead the team against top competition.

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Golfers claim state honors, Gandon earns PGA cardSports — 3dIllinois high school golfers wrapped up their state finals, with Monticello’s Cate Sanders taking second in girls’ Class 1A and Teutopolis placing fifth in the boys’ team competition. In Pennsylvania, Pittston Area’s Ryan Noone narrowly missed a state-championship berth, finishing sixth after a playoff at the District 2 tournament.

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Golf tournaments draw players across communitiesSports — 2dAn Idaho resort course draws golfers to its movable floating island green, reached by boat. Elsewhere, golf events included a veterans’ competition in Australia, a WMUR employee classic and a Lake Guntersville Chamber fundraiser, while Arizona nonprofit Valleylife announced its upcoming annual charity tournament.

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Suns’ Ighodaro Starts Preseason Opener Against Pistons — 6dOso Ighodaro started at center for Phoenix in its preseason opener against Detroit, but his quiet showing did little to settle the competition with rookie Khaman Maluach. Ighodaro may open the season as the starter, while Maluach’s upside and impact in the paint have fueled speculation that he could eventually take the role.

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Quarterback Rankings, Battles Span 2026 FootballSports — 6dCollege football quarterback discussions range from Kentucky’s Kenny Minchey’s strong start and a volatile Tennessee competition between George MacIntyre and Faizon Brandon to ESPN analyst Kirk Herbstreit’s view that Ole Miss’ Trinidad Chambliss is the nation’s top choice. Alabama’s Keelon Russell is also gaining Heisman momentum after a four-touchdown performance.

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Arizona State, TCU Swimmers Win Big 12 AwardsSports — 5dArizona State and TCU athletes earned Big 12 swimming and diving weekly honors after the season’s opening competition. Howard will host its fifth annual Battle at the Burr on Oct. 10, part of a busy week of college meets that also includes Tennessee’s season opener and a Texas-Indiana-Northwestern tri-meet.

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Rodeo, Horse Events Span Five StatesLifestyle — 5dWestern-themed events range from Pennsylvania’s Cowboy Weekend and rodeos in Waco and Norwich to Las Vegas’ 2026 National Finals Rodeo, while a southern Illinois horse show will raise money for an equine-therapy nonprofit. The events offer activities including train rides, rodeo competitions, family entertainment and horse-show classes.

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