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No. 4 2027 Guard GG Banks Commits to South Carolina — 23hFive-star point guard Jezelle “GG” Banks, the No. 4 recruit in the 2027 class, committed to Dawn Staley’s South Carolina Gamecocks over finalists Texas and LSU. Her commitment adds an elite playmaker to a recruiting class and addresses the program’s need at point guard.

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Six automatic triggers that make people say yesCulture — 2dCialdini argues that compliance runs on a handful of mental shortcuts that salespeople, recruiters, and others learn to fire on command.

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Derek Foss I used to think only pushy salespeople relied on these tricks, but now I notice recruiters doing the exact same thing with scarcity claims.

Nelson Expected to Start for Syracuse at VirginiaSports — 1dSyracuse is expected to start Malachi Nelson at quarterback against Virginia after Amari Odom was listed as doubtful with shoulder soreness and Steve Angeli was ruled out. Nelson, a former highly rated recruit who transferred to Syracuse this offseason, will make his first start for the Orange.

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Universities Suspend Fraternities Amid Hazing InvestigationsPolitics — 4dWest 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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Education Employers Seek Staff Across Five CommunitiesLifestyle — 3dEducation employers in Plano, Maine, Yorba Linda, Phoenix and Pueblo are recruiting for a wide range of roles, including classroom teachers, literacy and special-education specialists, instructional aides, preschool staff and adult-learning instructors. Some openings also span specialized training, fitness and other teaching fields; applicants should check each employer’s requirements and current availability.

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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.

USC set for Penn State White OutSports — 5dPenn State enters its White Out matchup with USC under pressure after a rough start to Big Ten play, with an ineffective running game and questions about the team’s identity. The Trojans bring freshman edge rusher Luke Wafle, a former Penn State recruiting target who has emerged as a standout, into Saturday’s Beaver Stadium game.

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ICE Protesters Sue Benny Johnson for Defamation — Oct 2, 2026Two protesters sued Benny Johnson for defamation after he called them left-wing terrorists; DHS then used one plaintiff's zip-tied image in FAFO recruitment material.

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Priya Raman These protesters deserve their day in court if Johnson falsely labeled them as violent.

Employers Seek Healthcare Workers Across US CitiesHealth — 6dHealthcare employers are adding leadership and recruiting talent while offering clinical and support roles across multiple locations, including local nursing, rehabilitation, veterinary and travel positions. Forum Health named Elizabeth Campbell chief financial and development officer, while CRISP appointed David Hale general counsel.

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17-Year-Old West Virginia Football Recruit Killed in Indiana ShootingSports — 6dChris Wilson Jr., a 17-year-old Yorktown High School football standout committed to West Virginia, was shot and killed inside a vehicle in Muncie, Indiana, early Monday. Police are investigating; no suspect or motive had been announced, and school officials said there was no threat to students or the school.

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Groups Boost Election Protection Across Three StatesPolitics — 5dElection groups in Nevada and South Dakota are recruiting and training residents to observe polling places during the Nov. 3 general election, documenting how voting is conducted and potential problems such as intimidation, accessibility barriers, long lines and ballot shortages. Nevada’s nonpartisan network plans statewide coverage, while the ACLU aims to deploy volunteers in three South Dakota cities amid changes to state voting laws.

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Iced Coffee Interview Debate Divides RecruitersLifestyle — Sep 25, 2026A viral debate over bringing iced coffee to job interviews pits recruiters’ concerns that it can seem casual or create distractions against critics who say a drink is no measure of a candidate’s ability. Some career experts recommend finishing it before entering or handling it discreetly, while emphasizing that expectations may vary by role and workplace.

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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.

Sixth Circuit Upholds Block on Tennessee Recruitment Ban — Sep 24, 2026A split Sixth Circuit panel upheld a block on Tennessee’s law criminalizing adults who help minors obtain out-of-state abortions, ruling that its broad “recruitment” ban violates the First Amendment by restricting protected speech. The court also questioned the law’s reach beyond Tennessee’s borders.

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Beachside Volleyball Emerges as Florida Contender — Oct 2, 2026Beachside High’s girls’ volleyball program has rapidly risen from a team without a home gym to a 21-3 state contender, led by coach Austin Lanteigne and standout freshman recruit Nina Simanic. Separately, Sabine swept Gladewater, with Sarah Roberts reaching 1,000 career digs.

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Derek Foss Sarah Roberts reaching 1,000 digs is a solid achievement and Sabine's sweep looks well earned.

Former Auburn Staffer Charged With Trade Secrets Theft — Sep 29, 2026Former Auburn staffer David Rudolph Jenrath, 24, turned himself in Monday on felony theft of trade secrets and computer tampering charges after allegedly sharing recruiting files with up to 11 rivals.

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Rachel Meyers Passing info to up to 11 rivals shows he really didn't care about Auburn at all.

Nonprofit to raffle $494,500 Georgia home for athlete scholarships — Sep 26, 2026The Athletes Get Recruited Foundation has launched a licensed raffle featuring a new Braselton, Georgia, home valued at about $494,500, aiming to raise $100,000 for ten $10,000 scholarships for college-bound student-athletes. The foundation says the effort will help address financial and recruiting-navigation barriers facing young athletes.

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Derek Foss This raffle is a clever idea to help athletes who lack money for recruiting help or college.

Support Trump vs Support DemocratsYourlist — VS BattleEvery executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.

Liverpool Names Julian Ward Sporting Director — Sep 26, 2026Liverpool has brought Julian Ward back as sporting director, replacing Richard Hughes after serving as Fenway Sports Group’s technical director; Ward is expected to lead recruitment and support head coach Andoni Iraola. His experience at the club is viewed as a source of continuity amid repeated leadership changes, though some observers have questioned the recent transfer record and say the club’s recruitment needs to better align with the manager’s plans.

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UN Reports 5,700 Killed, Injured in Haiti — Oct 2, 2026The UN says more than 5,700 people were killed or injured in Haiti through Sept. 11, with over 1,000 women and girls raped and more than 230 people abducted; over half the casualties occurred during security operations, amid concerns about excessive force. Gangs are expanding and child recruitment has nearly tripled, while violence has displaced about 1.5 million people and left hospitals under severe strain.

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Marcus Bell Gangs recruiting so many more children shows how desperate the situation has become and why outside help must target root causes like poverty.

DOJ Accuses UCLA Law of Racial Discrimination in Admissions — Oct 1, 2026The Justice Department says UCLA School of Law discriminated against white and Asian applicants in its 2023–2025 admissions by using race, allegedly through application essays and recruitment practices, in violation of federal law and the Supreme Court’s 2023 ruling. UCLA disputes the finding, saying it admits students through a comprehensive, merit-based process and complies with applicable law.

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Elena Vasquez If UCLA used essays and recruiting to favor certain races after the Supreme Court ruling, that violates federal law and deserves investigation.

Mexico Guard recruits tiny Chihuahua for rescue training — Sep 29, 2026Mexico’s National Guard has welcomed Comando, a 13-month-old Chihuahua and the smallest member of its roughly 350-dog force. He appears at public events and is training for search-and-rescue work, helping challenge assumptions about working dogs and give the Guard a more approachable image.