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“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” — Aesop, The Lion and the Mouse — 3dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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Siberian Bear Attacks Kill 22; Hunters Cull BearsEnvironment — 1dRussian authorities and local hunters are stepping up bear culls after a rise in deadly attacks, including fatal incidents near Siberian settlements. The country’s brown bear population has more than doubled in three decades, while food shortages and human waste are drawing bears closer to communities.

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Kansas City Truck Hits Cyclist, Leaves Him CriticalAuto — 2dA bicyclist was critically injured after being struck at an intersection in Kansas City, Missouri, by an eastbound city solid-waste truck that police say failed to stop at a stop sign. The cyclist was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries, and the crash remains under investigation.

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Michelle Obama frames life as continual reinvention not fixed arrival — 3dObama shows how South Side roots, elite schools, and public life taught her that chasing others' definitions of success wastes a life.

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Elena Vasquez Her roots seem to have taught her early that life keeps shifting and you can't let outside expectations lock you in. That's practical advice.

Communities Schedule Free Hazardous-Waste Disposal EventsEnvironment — 5dCommunities in Washington, Florida and Indiana are offering residents free or fee-waived drop-off events for household hazardous waste, with Madison County, Alabama, also scheduling a free collection day. Hours, accepted items and locations vary, so residents should check their local event details before bringing materials.

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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.

Cities announce local waste collection changesEnvironment — Oct 6, 2026Communities are announcing changes to local waste services: Pittsville’s bulk pickup is set for Nov. 19, while a city food-scrap program is moving to biweekly collection to expand access, cut emissions and save money. Cheyenne and Bemidji are shifting some trash pickups by a day for the Oct. 12 holiday.

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Film Events Pair Screenings With Dining, Food AdvocacyLifestyle — 2dFilm events are pairing screenings with food experiences, from a Ratatouille-inspired dinner in Bermuda and culinary documentaries at Newport Beach Film Festival to a Vancouver food-waste fundraiser screening. Other offerings include La Crosse’s outdoor-adventure film festival and a Sydney Film Festival package that includes a restaurant voucher.

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Cities Plan Multiple Waste Drop-Off EventsEnvironment — Oct 4, 2026Free household hazardous-waste collection events are planned in Auburn, Alabama; Simsbury, Connecticut, for residents of six nearby towns; and Rutherford County, Tennessee, on Oct. 10, with a separate Foxborough, Massachusetts, event scheduled for Oct. 17. Eligibility, accepted materials and drop-off requirements vary by location, so residents should check local instructions before attending.

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“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.” — Aesop, The Lion and the Mouse — Oct 2, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Quad Cities Coalition Launches Medicaid Coverage InitiativeHealth — 5dA Quad Cities coalition is organizing resources to help Medicaid recipients navigate program changes, while Delaware hospitals prepare for Medicaid cuts amid rapid population growth. Separately, a policy analysis argues that expanding managed care could help reduce Medicaid fraud and waste compared with fee-for-service payment.

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Wyoming Expands Big-Game Carcass Dumpsters to Curb CWDEnvironment — 6dWyoming is expanding its free big-game carcass dumpster program, adding locations and extending availability to help hunters dispose of remains legally and limit the spread of chronic wasting disease. Hunters may leave remains at the harvest site after removing edible meat, but carcasses taken elsewhere for processing must go to an approved dumpster or landfill.

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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.

GAO Finds ICE Wasted Millions on Detention Expansion — Sep 24, 2026GAO found on Sept. 24, 2026 that ICE wasted more than $20 million expanding detention, including nearly $3 million on unused Guantánamo tents and $1.07 billion on warehouses.

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Elena Vasquez That Florida site charging unusually high rates while other projects sit empty points to sloppy management overall.

How to start a campfireLifestyle — Sep 26, 2026For first-time campers who need a steady fire for warmth or cooking without wasted matches.

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Maya Lindstrom I always add a few pine needles for quick start but agree the steady build avoids wasting matches on wind.

How to fix a running toiletLifestyle — Sep 26, 2026For anyone hearing a nonstop hiss from the bathroom, this restores a quiet seal and stops the wasted water.

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Derek Foss The chain adjustment tip was new to me but it fixed the leak without buying parts.

Watchdog warns Serbian journalists face election threats — Sep 23, 2026CPJ says Serbian journalists face assaults and threats ahead of the Oct. 25 election; N1's Danica Vucenic called reporting family threats a waste of time.

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Jim Carrey vs Adam SandlerYourlist — VS BattleRubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.

Rubio voices hope reform efforts at UN will continue — Sep 24, 2026In a 52 second statement Secretary Marco Rubio expresses hope that reform efforts at the United Nations will continue. He stresses the commitment to remove bureaucracy and waste while holding the institution accountable to American taxpayer

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Experts Share Ways to Preserve Muscle With Age — Sep 29, 2026A fitness coach recommends adequate protein, regular strength training, quality sleep and staying active to help limit age-related muscle loss, which can be compounded by sedentary habits and rapid weight loss on GLP-1 drugs. Separately, researchers found that age-related declines in mitochondrial cardiolipin may contribute to muscle changes, and restoring it partly reversed muscle wasting in mice—an early finding that could point to future treatments.

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Survey: 66% Contractors Pilot or Deploy AIBusiness — Sep 22, 2026Roofing experts urge homeowners to address damaged shingles, leaks, flashing and drainage issues before winter, and to hire licensed, certified contractors to help guard against faulty work. Better roof-measurement tools may also help contractors reduce material waste and protect margins.

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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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Samsung India Policy Chief Rajiv Aggarwal Resigns After Four Years — Sep 15, 2026Samsung India's head of public affairs and ESG, Rajiv Aggarwal, is stepping down after nearly four years, serving his last week, with the reason for his resignation not disclosed. He oversaw Samsung’s government relations and policy/ESG matters amid regulatory pushes on pre-installed state-run apps and e-waste rules, and previously worked at Uber and Meta.

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Marcus Bell After roles at Uber and Meta, Aggarwal brought solid experience to Samsung's government ties. They will need someone just as capable to handle ongoing policy challenges.

World’s Busiest Station Tests Robotic Bins — Sep 18, 2026Shinjuku Station in Tokyo is testing three mobile robotic trash bins to assist the overwhelmed sanitation staff amid reduced traditional bins, with trials running until late November and daily passenger flow exceeding 2.7 million. The slow-moving, about-1-meter-tall robots navigate crowds to collect waste, return to a collection point when full, and are evaluated for safety, navigation, and passenger engagement, drawing both concerns about efficiency and enthusiasm from tourists.