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Netflix Orders Lady Violet Bridgerton Prequel Series — 1dNetflix on Oct. 8, 2026 ordered an untitled Bridgerton limited series on young Lady Violet and Viscount Edmund’s romance, with Shonda Rhimes and Nicholas Nardini writing and showrunning.

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James Gunn Confirms Writing Next Film — 5dGunn on Threads: “Already in it.” He’s writing his next film while Superman: Man of Tomorrow’s cut finishes; theaters July 9, 2027.

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Tom Gallagher He ought to name the new film soon so fans can get excited about something besides the 2027 date.

Britney Spears Reunites With Sons at Dollywood — 2dBritney Spears posted from Dollywood with sons Sean Preston and Jayden on Oct. 7, 2026, writing she "didn’t know this place existed" and "DOLLYWOOD IS ABSOLUTELY ADORABLE!!!"

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“I wish I could write as mysterious as a cat.” — Edgar Allan Poe, Author, 1809–1849 — Oct 1, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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Anne Carson wins Nobel for blending classical scholarship with desireEntertainment — 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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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.

How to keep a prayer journalLifestyle — Sep 27, 2026For anyone who wants a quiet daily writing habit that turns spoken prayers into a clear record of thanks, requests, and answers.

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Elena Vasquez Keeping a written record of prayers has helped me notice answers I might have missed otherwise.

Bardella denies Mediapart report of antisemitic messages — Sep 28, 2026Mediapart claims 2013 chats show National Rally chief Jordan Bardella, then 17 or 18, writing Jews own the banks; he calls it a crude forgery and will sue.

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Dana Whitfield If these messages are real from his teenage years they raise serious questions about his judgment even back then.

Reports Allege Trump Blamed Others for COVID Rise Amid Election Loss — 6dA proposed study uses the Korean War to examine Black literature, antiwar writing and the relationship between antiblackness in the United States and U.S. imperialism in Korea. A separate documentary about AI risks draws on the example of nuclear-war films, betting that popular culture can shape public opinion and spur political change.

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Florida Attorney General Seeks Emergency Injunction Against OpenAI Models — Sep 28, 2026Florida AG filed a 49-page emergency bid to enjoin OpenAI, writing the firm "asked the government to tie them to the mast" and seeking a halt to new models without independent guardrails.

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Maya Lindstrom This push to bar minors from ChatGPT ignores how many parents already monitor usage and could hurt education access.

Miranda Lambert Debuts at Truth With Sold-Out Show — 6dMiranda Lambert celebrated her new album, Crisco, with a sold-out opening-night performance at Nashville’s The Truth, featuring new songs and a duet with Chris Stapleton. The album draws on Dolly Parton’s influence, while Lambert’s collaborations with Ella Langley—including co-writing and producing the hit “Choosin’ Texas”—reflect her support for women in country music and the next generation of artists.

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Microsoft to Keep Shareholder Proposal Rules Through 2027 — Sep 22, 2026Microsoft agreed in writing to keep shareholder-proposal thresholds through its 2027 annual meeting in a one-year deal with activist Paul Chesser as the SEC weighs ending federal oversight.

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Dana Whitfield Paul Chesser deserves credit for getting Microsoft to put the agreement in writing instead of just talking.

Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

Taylor Frankie Paul Says She Is Stepping Away From ‘Mormon Wives’ Over Cast Bullying — Sep 21, 2026On September 21, 2026, Taylor Frankie Paul said she is stepping away from Hulu's Mormon Wives, writing that castmates laughing about her kids is disgusting and she is relieved to be out.

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Tom Gallagher Stepping away makes sense if the bullying got that personal, no one should put up with that on TV.

Mexican Senate advances bill to restore Liga MX promotion and relegation — Sep 21, 2026Sen. Clemente Castañeda said a Sept. 22, 2026 bill would write Liga MX promotion and relegation into Mexican law after the league ended its COVID pause and made the closed system permanent.

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Eight CDU Premiers Back Chancellor Merz — Sep 16, 2026Eight CDU premiers backed Chancellor Merz in a Sept. 16, 2026 joint letter against resignation speculation, writing Germany needs stability 'now more than ever.'

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Jared Kim This letter should put an end to the resignation talk and let Merz focus on governing.

Miranda Lambert Releases Classic Country Heartbreaker — Sep 18, 2026Miranda Lambert released "Two Things Can Be True" from Crisco as her Ella Langley co-write "Choosin' Texas" tied the all-time Billboard Hot 100 weeks-at-No. 1 record.

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Sam Okafor Miranda's take on that classic country sound with Patsy Cline vibes has me excited to hear the full album when it drops.

The grammar gatekeeper testQuizie — QuizTwelve spelling and grammar traps that catch almost everyone. Pass, and the AI knights you. Fail, and it's gentle about it. Mostly.

Trump administration directs wildlife agency to ignore accidental species deaths — Sep 17, 2026USFWS Director Nesvik’s Sept. 14 memo limits unlawful “take” to intentional harm, writing that felling a tree is not a take of roosting bats unless done to kill or capture them.

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Derek Foss Focusing enforcement on intent should reduce pointless lawsuits against regular property owners.

Boeing Still Waiting on GE9X Seal Fix for 777X Certification — Sep 16, 2026Boeing has booked roughly $15 billion in 777X charges, including a $4.9 billion late-2025 write-down, and still awaits a GE mid-seal fix ahead of planned 2027 delivery.

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Tom Gallagher Boeing's 2027 delivery target feels optimistic when ETOPS testing is stalled over a basic engine part issue.

Fulton Sheen Beatification Set for Sept. 24Good News — Sep 14, 2026Fulton J. Sheen’s beatification in St. Louis on Sept. 24 is framed as the culmination of a lifetime of priestly service, scholarly achievement, and a steadfast daily Holy Hour that underpinned his teaching and public impact; observers credit his influence on American Catholic life, including his TV ministry and writings, while supporters emphasize his heroic virtue and enduring spiritual legacy.

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Searchlight Announces The Family Stone Sequel With Returning Cast — Sep 12, 2026Searchlight Pictures announced a sequel to The Family Stone titled The Families Stone, reuniting most of the original cast 20 years after the first film, with Diane Keaton no longer involved following her death. Tom Bezucha returns to write and direct, production is set in New York this fall, and the story centers on the Stone family as the father brings the woman he’s fallen for to meet them.

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Jared Kim Diane Keaton's absence is a real loss for this sequel, but the rest of the family dynamics in New York should still make for a solid follow-up.

Ranked-Choice Voting Debate Expands Across StatesPolitics — Sep 19, 2026Across Irvine, Longmont, Alaska, and Montana, advocates push ranked-choice voting as expanding voter choice and moderating outcomes, while critics warn it adds ballot exhaustion, cost, and complexity; Alaska voters also face a parallel battle over open primaries, campaign disclosures, and other election reforms, including a ballot measure to keep or repeal RCV. Montana defends the preservation of write-in rights even as election reforms and Alaska’s ballot measures reshape how votes are cast and counted.

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Dear Abby Advises Struggling Double DreamerLifestyle — Sep 12, 2026Dear Abby columns feature a 'Soda Stand Dreamer' juggling parenting, work, and ambitions to write a book or start a small business, with pragmatic guidance to pick one dream and commit time or gain related skills, while also addressing privacy boundaries in a blended-family finances debate about child support. The articles collectively note the column’s long-running authorship by Jeanne Phillips, highlighting its role in offering advice and shaping perspectives on everyday challenges.

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Jared Kim Learning skills tied to your dream before quitting your job makes more sense than jumping straight into a soda stand with little kids at home.

Country Songs Penned by Helicopter Pilot and 13-Year-Old Became Chart Hits — Sep 12, 2026A set of origin stories highlights how iconic songs and careers were shaped by quick inspiration, youthful breakthroughs, and unlikely paths—from Loretta Lynn writing You Ain’t Woman Enough in 10 minutes after a backstage confrontation, to Tanya Tucker recording The Jamestown Ferry at 13, and Barry White turning a country tune into a soul classic with You’re The First, The Last, My Everything. The articles also recount Kris Kristofferson’s Me and Bobby McGee written during Gulf of Mexico helicopter work, and Tucker’s hit Love’s the Answer marking an early peak in a long, Hall of Fame career.

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Rachel Meyers Kris writing Me and Bobby McGee between helicopter flights is the kind of detail that makes you appreciate how songs really get made.

Five Enduring Songs Span Generations — Sep 13, 2026Across five profiles, the stories behind enduring songs reveal how personal upheaval and real-life episodes fuel iconic music: Dancing in the Moonlight grew from a violent St. Croix assault that inspired Sherman Kelly to write a hopeful anthem; Wasted Days and Wasted Nights emerged after Freddy Fender’s legal troubles delayed its release; These Days, Browne’s youthful ballad, has endured as a powerful reflection on youth and regret; Moonlight Feels Right became Starbuck’s breakthrough with its distinctive marimba-driven sound; and Alice’s Restaurant Massacred was born from Guthrie’s Thanksgiving littering arrest, a satire that shaped his anti-war-era classic.

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Five enduring songs emerge from personal stories and social concerns — Sep 10, 2026From Elton John and Bernie Taupin’s Your Song, born of teenage lyric writing and a rapid studio turnaround, to Pink Floyd’s Shine On You Crazy Diamond, which fused archival wine-glass recordings into a timeless opening, these iconic tracks showcase bold experimentation and lasting cultural impact; Joni Mitchell’s Big Yellow Taxi warned of environmental loss with a bright folk sound, while Graham Nash’s Teach Your Children stressed social responsibility through generations; Supertramp’s Give a Little Bit, written in youth and shaped by love as a universal message, became a staple of charity-minded rock.

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