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“Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow. It empties today of its strength.” — Corrie ten Boom, Holocaust survivor and author, 1892–1983 — 3dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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European stocks post modest gains as French fiscal worries persistFinance — 4dEuropean stocks rose modestly Tuesday as Brent fell below $100 after Nasdaq's AI-led record; Le Pen warned France was heading toward debt default.

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Nicole Hardy Brent falling below 100 is helpful for energy costs but the modest European gains show investors are still cautious on fiscal risks.

Kelly Stafford Says LA Intensifies Pressure on Appearance and Body Image — 2dKelly Stafford says Los Angeles’ appearance-focused culture makes her feel pressure to look a certain way, and she worries about how it could affect her four daughters’ body image. She also remains undecided about whether the family will stay in California after Matthew Stafford retires, weighing her homesickness against her daughters’ established lives and her husband’s preference for Los Angeles.

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Tillis says he has Trump’s number too after doxxing warning — 4dSen. Thom Tillis, who is retiring and was promoting a memoir about his clashes with President Donald Trump, said on “The View” that he also has Trump’s phone number after hosts raised Trump’s recent posting of Sen. Tom Cotton’s number. Tillis said he was not worried about retaliation and used the appearance to criticize political overreach by both parties.

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Rising Costs Emerge as Election Issue Across RegionsPolitics — 3dHealth care affordability is emerging as a midterm concern, with voters broadly favoring lower hospital and prescription costs but divided along party lines over specific proposals such as restoring Affordable Care Act subsidies. In Florida and Arkansas, rising premiums, loss of coverage, and worries about health care access may influence voters, particularly rural residents and middle-income families.

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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.

“Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow. It empties today of its strength.” — Corrie ten Boom, Holocaust survivor and author, 1892–1983 — Sep 29, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Polls Show El-Sayed Ahead in Michigan Senate Race — 4dMichigan’s Senate race between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers remains competitive: recent polls give El-Sayed leads ranging from about four to seven points, while another shows the contest nearly even. Despite his polling edge, some Michigan Democrats worry El-Sayed is taking key constituencies for granted and needs to do more outreach, particularly to Black and Jewish voters.

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Rural Finnish town braces as Google plans €13 billion data centers — 6dGoogle’s €13 billion investment in Finnish data centers is expected to bring construction jobs and new economic activity to rural towns such as Muhos, where officials anticipate major changes and demand for housing and services. Residents welcome the potential revival but worry about the facilities’ energy use and environmental effects, while President Donald Trump has urged Google to reconsider the plans.

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Jared Kim Trump pushing Google to drop the project ignores how badly rural Finland needs fresh investment and jobs.

Shrimpers in Cameron worry as Venture Global expands LNG facilities — Sep 29, 2026Venture Global’s expanding LNG complex in Cameron, Louisiana, is bringing major construction activity and thousands of temporary workers, while local shrimpers say industrial development is putting pressure on their community and livelihoods.

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Don't worry @RepAshleyHinson, no one else showed up either. — Sep 20, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Left today.

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Dollar Hits 17-Month High as Bond Rout Weighs on Euro — Oct 1, 2026The dollar rose to a 17-month high and was on track for a third straight weekly gain as a global bond selloff and inflation concerns lifted yields. The euro remained near a 17-month low amid worries about France’s finances, while investors awaited U.S. jobs data for clues on the Federal Reserve’s rate outlook.

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Dana Whitfield France's fiscal worries are hitting the euro harder than most expected at this point.

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

Trump, Vance campaign across Texas, Florida, Oklahoma — Sep 29, 2026President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance are campaigning in Republican strongholds to boost GOP candidates ahead of midterm elections, as party leaders worry about tougher races. A poll found low approval of Trump’s handling of living costs and the economy; Republicans blame weak messaging, while Democrats fault the Iran war and rising prices, and Vance urged Florida voters to back the GOP ticket.

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Asian Stocks Rise on AI and Trade Talks, Oil Falls as Supply Worries Ease — Sep 21, 2026Oil inventory runway cut to 5-10 weeks from 15-20 after pipeline closure, Dhar says; Asian stocks rise on AI and Trump-Xi talk hopes.

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Maya Lindstrom Fed rate hikes are still hanging over everything, and Asian currencies getting stronger might limit how much exporters benefit from this rally.

Kate Beckinsale Posts 'I Give Up' and 'Bye' on Instagram — Sep 20, 2026Kate Beckinsale sparked widespread concern after posting alarming Instagram messages such as “I give up” and “Bye,” with a link to a BBC piece on Caroline Flack, as fans worry about her well-being while noting her past openness about PTSD and personal losses; representatives have not issued a statement.

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Dana Whitfield I hope Kate reaches out to friends or professionals instead of posting those messages for everyone to see.

Republicans Distance Themselves From Trump Ahead of Midterms — Sep 21, 2026Congressional Republicans are increasingly breaking with President Trump on foreign policy and economic issues as they worry about keeping their majorities, signaling election anxiety. They are publicly reconsidering Trump positions—such as supporting a diesel export ban to ease costs for farmers and truckers—while strategists note Trump’s presence is becoming a liability in battleground races.

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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.

Trump, Xi Extend Trade Truce Amid AI Rivalry — Sep 21, 2026Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is meeting U.S. President Trump in New York ahead of Trump-Xi talks, aiming to coordinate China policy and safeguard Taiwan and other security interests. Tokyo worries a transactional deal at the Xi summit could trade away allies' security concerns, so it seeks to ensure Taiwan remains part of a broader Indo-Pacific security framework.

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RTÉ Withdraws from 2027 Eurovision Over Gaza Crisis and Access Concerns — Sep 17, 2026RTÉ confirms it will not participate in or broadcast the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest in Bulgaria, citing the appalling and ongoing loss of lives in Gaza and humanitarian concerns, alongside worries about independent access for journalists in the territory. Ireland’s abstention follows its 2026 withdrawal amid broader European boycotts over Israel’s participation and Gaza-related tensions.

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Jared Kim The humanitarian issues are too severe for any country to host or join Eurovision right now.

Asset Owners Double AI Environmental Risk View in Year — Sep 15, 2026Growing concerns about AI's environmental footprint are rising among asset owners and the public, with surveys showing worries about data-center energy use, electricity costs, and climate impacts as AI expands. Meanwhile, new research explores using generative AI to forecast air pollution more efficiently, and debates over data centers include pollution from power plants and calls for policies on grid upgrades and clean energy.

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Newsom Says He Worries More About a Fox News Host Than TrumpReporting — Sep 26, 2022California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) says he is more concerned about a Fox News host than former President Donald Trump . Newsom made the comments during the Texas Tribune Festival in Austin. “I worry about Trump. I worry…

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Obama: ‘We Should All Be Worried’ by the Rise in MisinformationReporting — Jun 30, 2021Former President Barack Obama says “we should all be worried” by the speed in which misinformation has increased . “I saw some of these trends happening during my presidency,” Obama said on Tuesday during the closing…

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Americans Feel Way More Worried Than Excited About AI: Poll — Jul 7, 2026Americans feel much more worried than excited about the prevalence of artificial intelligence in society, according to an Athena Insights poll released Tuesday.

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Team Harris Reportedly Worrying Behind Closed Doors That $1 Billion War Chest Won’t Be Enough To Beat Trump — Oct 10, 2024Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign is worried that her $1 billion war chest won’t be enough to win the upcoming November election, sources told The Washington Post Wednesday. Harris’ campaign leadership is worried…

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Trump to Unpaid Sailors: ‘Don’t Worry About It’ — Oct 6, 2025President Donald Trump had four words for U.S. Navy sailors not receiving paychecks in light of the federal government shutdown — “Don’t worry about it.” Trump spoke those words Sunday a celebration of the Navy’s 250th…

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Trump Tells Supporters They Do Not Need to ‘Worry’ About VotingOpinion — Oct 24, 2023Former President Donald Trump is sending his supporters an intriguing message if he wants to win an election: don’t worry about voting. During a campaign event in Derry, New Hampshire, Trump told his supporters they…

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