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“Not all those who wander are lost.” — J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring — 17hPosted to IJR by IJR.

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“Not all those who wander are lost.” — J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring — Oct 2, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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FBI Director Kash Patel Announces Engagement to Alexis Wilkins — 5dAlexis Wilkins announced her engagement to FBI Director Kash Patel with a ring photo and the line “Went and got the law involved 💍❤️.”

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Chris Dalton The phrasing about involving the law fits his job perfectly and I hope it lasts for them.

Ortiz, Malignaggi Set Bare-Knuckle Fight — Oct 2, 2026Paulie Malignaggi and Victor Ortiz never got the chance to meet in the professional boxing ring, but now they will collide in the trigon on Dec. 5 in Los Angeles.

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Chris Dalton Fury against Ruiz bare knuckle would be worth paying for if the talks actually lead somewhere.

FBI Finds Thousands of Roosters at Florida Cockfighting SiteWorld — 5dAn FBI search of a 10-acre property in Southwest Miami-Dade uncovered a suspected cockfighting operation with several thousand roosters, training rings and fighting equipment. A 52-year-old man was arrested and faces charges including animal cruelty and possessing animals for fighting; the investigation began as part of an unrelated inquiry.

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Best Colleges Preparing Students for the AI EraRankingAI is reshaping every industry, so students and parents compare universities on dedicated programs, research scale, and real-world tech pipelines.

Melania Trump to Ring NYSE Bell at Female CEO Summit Launch — Sep 23, 2026Melania Trump will ring the NYSE Opening Bell and keynote IMPERIA, an invite-only female CEO summit hosted by the exchange and called a Davos for Women.

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Chris Dalton This kind of summit at the NYSE could really help connect female CEOs with major investors and markets.

Titans Postpone Chris Johnson Ring Induction — Sep 11, 2026The Tennessee Titans postponed Chris Johnson’s induction into the Ring of Honor because Johnson and his family cannot travel to Nashville due to his ALS diagnosis, with a future date to celebrate the moment and Sunday’s halftime ceremony still honoring his career. The team emphasized support for Johnson and his wife Brittany as they navigate his condition while plans for the induction are reorganized.

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Oura Indefinitely Postpones Planned IPOBusiness — Sep 25, 2026Oura’s planned Nasdaq IPO has reportedly drawn orders for about four times the 50 million shares on offer, despite a difficult market for new listings. The $40–$44-per-share offering could raise up to $2.2 billion and value the smart-ring maker at about $14.1 billion, or roughly $15 billion on a fully diluted basis.

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Paris Court Awards Kardashian €1 for 2016 Heist — Sep 15, 2026Paris court awards Kim Kardashian €1 ($1.15) for 2016 gunpoint heist that took her $4 million ring; hotel receptionist gets about €110,000.

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Sam Okafor Kardashian can live without the cash but the tiny award still makes the whole verdict look weak.

NASA Orbiter Discovers Moon’s Largest Newly Formed Crater — Sep 16, 2026Robert Wagner spotted a bright spot with a dark ring in LRO data: McGetchin crater, 728 feet wide—the Moon’s largest newly formed impact, a 2024 strike scientists call once-in-a-lifetime.

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Elena Vasquez It's wild that a crater this size formed just last year and the orbiter picked it up right away.

Arrest Follows Second Teen Shooting, East Price Hill — Sep 14, 2026An 18-year-old Adrian Washington was arrested and charged with multiple felonies in connection with a shooting on Ring Place in East Price Hill that left a teen with serious injuries. The incident adds to a pattern of gun violence in the area, with a prior teen shooting in the same neighborhood and no other suspects named in several reports.

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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.

Coker Launches Ki MMA With 32-Man Global Tournament — Sep 14, 2026Scott Coker has launched a new global MMA promotion named Ki MMA, featuring ring-based fights and a 32-man featherweight tournament spanning four continents with Rich Chou as the lead matchmaker. The venture, co-founded with Peter Levin and backed by investors, including Tony Hawk, is set to be unveiled in New York with a live press conference and is targeting a 2027 launch with ongoing international events.

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Marcus Bell A 32-man tournament spanning four continents sounds like a huge logistical challenge, even with Rich Chou involved.

Malaysia Plans RM459.8 Billion 2027 Budget — 2dAnwar held the 2027 budget document in Putrajaya, then tabled 459.8 billion ringgit in spending, up about 4%. Analysts flag a possible review of the 1,700 ringgit minimum wage.

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Venezuela Authorizes Starlink Nationwide With Seven Ku-Band LicensesTech — 1dVenezuela has formally authorized SpaceX subsidiary SpaceX VZ to provide Starlink satellite internet nationwide, granting a general license and seven Ku-band concessions. The move brings service—available since February and used to help restore connectivity after June earthquakes—under Venezuelan oversight, with the government citing wider technology access and digital inclusion as its aims.

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Anne Carson wins Nobel for blending classical scholarship with desire — 4dAnne 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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Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

Packers Promote Pierre Strong From Practice Squad With Brooks on IR — 2dThe Green Bay Packers promoted running back Pierre Strong from their practice squad to the active roster to add depth amid concerns over Chris Brooks’ injury. Strong, a former fourth-round pick, brings NFL experience as the Packers look for help in a struggling backfield.

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Dry Weather Brings Humidity Relief Across TexasWeather — 4dHouston is forecast to have sunny, warm and mostly dry weather with lower humidity and cooler mornings. Forecasters are monitoring Isaias in the Gulf, with models generally steering it away from the Texas coast.

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Fall and Halloween Events Across CommunitiesLifestyle — 5dCommunities are welcoming fall with activities ranging from pet photo outings and family festivals to neighborhood gatherings, seasonal cleanups, and Halloween displays. Local organizers and news outlets are also inviting residents to join events and share photos, helping bring neighbors together.

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Steve Martin, Bluegrass Stars Recast ‘Old Town Road’ — 2dSteve Martin and Alison Brown have reworked Lil Nas X’s “Old Town Road” as a banjo-led bluegrass song, with new humorous lyrics by Martin. Bluegrass veterans Del McCoury and Dan Tyminski join the collaboration, which swaps the original’s country-trap production for acoustic strings.

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Restaurants Highlight Fall Menus, Historic Dining, Holiday EventsLifestyle — 3dRestaurant and food features spotlight seasonal fall and holiday dining, from The Apple Barn’s autumn treats and Wild Blue’s Thanksgiving and New Year’s offerings to Lancaster’s winter pie-and-pea social. They also celebrate enduring regional favorites, including Birmingham’s Niki’s West cafeteria and a Bucks County tavern known for snapper soup.

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Charlotte Collective Brings Black Artists TogetherLifestyle — 3dA longtime mid-Michigan cider mill draws visitors for apple picking, fresh donuts and a volunteer harvest supporting local food banks. Around Charlotte, community offerings range from library and festival events to the Keepers Collective’s gatherings celebrating Black culture, alongside seasonal and holiday festivities.

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Local fairs open, community festivals plannedLifestyle — 3dCommunities are celebrating with fairs and festivals, from Pembroke’s historic Michaelmas Fair and Broadmeadows’ family-focused gathering to a fall weekend of events around New Mexico’s Balloon Fiesta. In Colorado Springs, police and SCHEELS are also hosting Balltoberfest, inviting residents to donate sports balls and connect with officers through family activities.

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US Breweries Plan Seasonal Fall EventsLifestyle — 2dBeverage businesses are promoting fall gatherings with options ranging from game-day drinks and brewery patios to Halloween events. Green’s Beverage Warehouse highlights its broad drink selection and rewards program, while breweries in Boulder City and Houston offer seasonal activities and outdoor spaces for visitors.

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DOJ Sues Denver Over ICE Mask Ban — 2dThe Justice Department sued Denver and city officials to block an ordinance barring law enforcement officers, including federal agents, from wearing face coverings and requiring visible identification, arguing it intrudes on federal authority under the Constitution’s Supremacy Clause and could endanger officers. Denver says the rule promotes transparency and accountability and plans to defend it in court.

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