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“You can give without loving, but you can never love without giving.” — Amy Carmichael, Missionary to India, 1867–1951 — 1dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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“You can give without loving, but you can never love without giving.” — Amy Carmichael, Missionary to India, 1867–1951 — Oct 1, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Milwaukee Woman Charged in Substitute Teacher ImpersonationPolitics — 4dA 23-year-old woman is facing felony charges after allegedly posing as a substitute teacher to enter Milwaukee’s Rufus King High School and subject students to racist, profane and sexually inappropriate remarks. Prosecutors say Amy Jones admitted she went because she was bored; school staff escorted her out after students reported her behavior.

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Trump Says He Regrets Appointing Gorsuch Kavanaugh and Barrett — Oct 1, 2026President Donald Trump is not a fan of Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh and Amy Coney Barrett — all three of his Supreme Court justice appointees. He said they have voted against him… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Sam Okafor This just proves how risky it is for any president to pick judges expecting them to stay on his side.

Five U.S. Ensembles Plan Fall ConcertsMusic — 4dOctober brings a range of regional music performances, including fall concerts by Henry County High School’s symphonic band, the University of South Alabama’s choirs, and Lee University’s orchestra. Other highlights include the Sierra Nevada Baroque Ensemble’s program of Handel, Bach, Vivaldi and Rameau, and the Idaho Falls Symphony’s season-search concert featuring Amy Beach’s Piano Concerto.

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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.

Charleston Town Center Mall Expected to Close 2027Business — 4dCharleston Town Center’s remaining indoor stores are expected to close by late spring or early summer 2027, and the property’s future remains uncertain: Mayor Amy Goodwin says potential buyers have shown interest, while owner Hull Property Group says no sale or development proposal has generated interest. Shoppers recalled the mall as a community gathering place and criticized its decline, while a proposed city-supported mixed-use redevelopment is no longer moving forward.

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Europe Sea Arrivals Fall 39%, Deaths Rise: IOM — Sep 17, 2026Sea arrivals to Europe fell 39% to about 60,000 through mid-September 2026 as deaths rose to at least 2,292, IOM said. Amy Pope: nearly every death is preventable.

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Priya Raman Fewer crossings are a relief, but more than 2200 deaths prove the routes remain far too deadly and need safer legal options.

College GameDay Moves Indoors for Alabama-Georgia Amid Isaias — 1dCollege GameDay moves indoors to Coleman Coliseum amid Hurricane Isaias for Alabama-Georgia; Bryce Young guest picks while Trump's attendance plans hang on the storm.

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Universities Suspend Fraternities Amid Hazing InvestigationsPolitics — 3dWest Virginia University issued an interim suspension to Lambda Chi Alpha over alleged hazing, barring chapter social activities and recruitment while the allegations are reviewed. At the University of Arizona, officials paused fraternity activities and suspended six chapters amid investigations into widespread alleged misconduct.

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ASU Assistant Coach Misses Opener Amid Player-Collapse Fallout — 1dArizona State assistant coach Alex Hicks will miss the hockey team’s home opener amid fallout from defenseman Matthew Mayich’s exertional heatstroke during an August workout that left him on life support; head coach Greg Powers is already on administrative leave. The university is conducting an independent review and police are investigating, while players and Mayich’s family have called for broader changes to the coaching staff and accountability.

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Police: Driver fell asleep before buggy crash kills Amish woman, horseAuto — 1dA 22-year-old Amish woman and her horse were killed when a car struck her horse-drawn buggy in Sanilac County, Michigan. State police say the driver, a 55-year-old man, apparently fell asleep at the wheel.

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

Packers Add Running Back Amid Jacobs Absence — 3dThe Packers’ struggling run game remains hampered by Josh Jacobs’ open-ended absence on the Commissioner’s Exempt List while the NFL reviews his case; Green Bay has brought Damon Bankston back to its practice squad. Amid the uncertainty, reports point to free agent Jamaal Williams as a possible signing, while a separate trade proposal suggests acquiring Titans back Tony Pollard.

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Texans Add Three to Practice Squad Amid Injuries — 3dThe winless Houston Texans signed linebacker Chad Muma, running back Deuce Vaughn and defensive back Jaden Davis to their practice squad as they seek depth amid injuries and a 0-4 start. Muma adds linebacker experience, while Vaughn and Davis provide options at running back and cornerback.

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Union Says CMMC Nurse Reinstated Amid Labor DisputePolitics — 4dA nurse fired amid union-organizing efforts at Central Maine Medical Center has been reinstated and is expected to return to work this week. The union is calling for the remaining suspended or fired nurses to be reinstated, while the hospital says its disciplinary actions were based on policy and patient-safety violations, not union activity.

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Houthis Claim Attacks on Saudi Targets Amid Offensive — Oct 1, 2026Saudi air defenses intercepted Houthi missiles and drones aimed at the south, with debris from a missile damaging buildings and vehicles in Khamis Mushait. Authorities reported no casualties; the attacks came amid a broader escalation that included a strike on a power-distribution station in Madinah.

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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.

Wall Street Firms Post Record Profits Amid Rising Household Debt — 3dMoney is flooding Wall Street as Americans thirst for financial relief amid war-fueled inflation and soaring household debt.

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Chris Dalton Wall Street's huge profits while household debt climbs this high just shows the economy works better for banks than for families trying to keep up with prices.

Steve Kazee Defends Jenna Dewan Amid DWTS Criticism — Sep 30, 2026Jenna Dewan has faced criticism on Dancing With the Stars over her previous dance experience, and her fiancé Steve Kazee praised her hard work and persistence amid the backlash. Dewan says judges may hold her to a higher standard, but she is enjoying the experience and focusing on improving rather than the scores.

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Ethiopians Celebrate Meskel, Pray for Peace Amid Conflict — Sep 26, 2026Thousands gathered at Meskel Square for the Demera as Abune Mathias said the Cross's message is peace, unity, forgiveness and reconciliation amid northern fighting.

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Dana Whitfield Gathering like this shows Ethiopians want peace more than division, but it will take real talks to stop the violence up north.

Trump to Address UN General Assembly Amid Iran and Ukraine Tensions — Sep 22, 2026President Trump is set to address the United Nations General Assembly amid rising tensions over Iran, with global leaders gathering for a packed week of talks and extensive live coverage. Reports also note White House media restrictions shaping the narrative around the event, reflecting a tightly controlled environment for the address.

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Chris Dalton Trump should use this UN speech to push real diplomacy on Iran instead of adding fuel to Ukraine tensions.

U.S., Iran Hold Indirect Talks Amid Threats — Sep 19, 2026Iranian officials said there are no signs of a US message being conveyed through Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi during his Tehran visit, which is instead aimed at following up on bilateral agreements. They also note Iran’s conditions for ending the war and rising regional tensions as the US issues security alerts amid the broader US-Israel-Iran dynamic.

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Pope Leo Plans France Visit Amid Assisted-Dying Debate — Sep 19, 2026Pope Leo XIV’s upcoming official visit to France will foreground the Vatican’s emphasis on upholding the sanctity of life amid France’s new end-of-life law, with meetings planned in Paris and Lourdes that could shape dialogue on moral issues, clerical abuse, and state-religion relations. The trip also features tensions over protocol and honors, as Leo declines certain state-level recognitions and private meetings, while Vatican observers weigh the political implications of the papal schedule and France’s secular context.

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Bank Indonesia Holds Rate at 5.75% Amid Rupiah Risks — Sep 21, 2026Bank Indonesia kept the BI-Rate at 5.75% for a third straight meeting to shield the rupiah from external headwinds, with inflation near its target and growth prospects intact. Reports also note leadership transitions affecting policy emphasis as investors monitor rupiah stability amid oil-price moves and higher US yields.

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Migrants in Eastern Germany Report Rising Hostility Amid AfD Gains — Sep 18, 2026As Germany's eastern state elections loom, Chancellor Merz convenes a CDU crisis meeting amid AfD gains and internal party strains, underscoring a fragile stability dynamic in Berlin and regional power battles. In Rostock and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, migrants recount rising anti-foreigner hostility as AfD momentum concentrates support in the east, while a YouGov-dpa survey shows a broad share of Germans understand migrants' security concerns, though views diverge by political affiliation.

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Photo Shows Trump Examining Apparent Kennedy Center Demolition Reference Amid Legal Fight — Sep 17, 2026President Trump continues to press to have his name affixed to the Kennedy Center while warning it could be closed or demolished if not recognized; new photos show him viewing materials suggesting demolition amid ongoing renovations. The Kennedy Center board approved a temporary closure for renovations around $257 million, as a court fight over branding and Trump’s role intensifies with lawmakers citing the president’s remarks and related imagery as part of the record.

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Nicole Hardy Trump shouldn't be threatening to tear down the Kennedy Center just because he wants his name on it.