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ENOUGH IS ENOUGH!!!
Independent Journal Review
— Sep 22, 2026
Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.
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Sam Okafor
These memes are hitting hard and showing real frustration with how things are going.
John Cena says he feels like oddball for choosing not to have kids
John Cena
— 1d
John Cena says he has no plans to become a father, arguing that being told he might be a good parent is not enough reason to take on a lifelong commitment. He said a child-free life has helped him grow and maintain an independent, trusting relationship with his wife, though his choice can make him feel unusual in a society where many people have children.
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Worthiness comes first — then you can actually live
Books
— 8h
Stop performing enoughness and start practicing it imperfectly on purpose.
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Brown ties vulnerability to courage rather than weakness in interviews
Books
— 16h
Brené Brown’s twelve-year qualitative research gives managers who dodge hard feedback, parents raising resilient kids, and anyone who feels never-enough despite success a plain-language case for why emotional exposure is strength.
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‘Kristen, That’s Not True’: Scott Bessent Tussles With NBC Host On Russia Sanctions
Simon August · 4 min · 1h
Lexington Unveils 30-Year Winter Response Overhaul
Linda Gorton
— 5d
Lexington is rolling out its biggest snow-and-ice response overhaul in more than 30 years after criticism of recent storm response. The plan adds drivers and contractors, calls for treating all ranked streets within four hours, improves route monitoring and public updates through a weather dashboard, and seeks to coordinate school transportation plans; residents and a mayoral candidate have questioned whether the changes will be enough.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
— Ranking
From 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.
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Howard Demands Accountability After Maryland Team's Racist Image
Sports
— 4d
Howard University club tennis players say the University of Maryland’s suspension and apology do not go far enough after racist tournament materials depicted Ku Klux Klan imagery on the Maryland flag. They are seeking further accountability, including a public apology and a donation of tournament funds, while UMD says it has suspended the team, is investigating and plans sensitivity training.
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Humans have become a geological force driving mass extinction
Books
— 4d
One species is reshaping climate, chemistry, and habitat fast enough to match past planetary die-offs.
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Duterte Prosecution Seeks to Drop Three Impeachment Articles
Sara Duterte
— 5d
Senate court on Oct. 13, 2026 approved dropping 3 of 4 impeachment articles vs VP Sara Duterte; only unexplained wealth remains after prosecutors said evidence is enough to remove her.
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No. 8 BYU Stifles Iowa State 24-10
Sports
— Oct 10, 2026
No. 8 BYU dominated Iowa State 24-10, improving to 5-0 behind a defense that limited the Cyclones to 200 yards and contained breakout running back Aiden Flora. Quarterback Bear Bachmeier delivered a major dual-threat performance as BYU’s explosive plays and defensive pressure overwhelmed Iowa State, whose coach said his team was not good enough.
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Specific desire and persistence convert thought into wealth
Only a desire with an exact dollar figure, a deadline, and twice-daily reading begins turning thought into money.
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Every dollar you spend is hours of your life
Books
— 6d
Robin and Dominguez reframe money as finite life energy so tracking, a personal enough point, and investment income can free work from wages.
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Derek Foss
Tracking expenses as life energy is useful but most jobs don't pay enough to make that freedom realistic for everyone.
Starbucks Denies Plans to Buy Chipotle
Brian Niccol
— 6d
Starbucks has denied plans to acquire Chipotle, ending speculation sparked by a report that it had explored a potential takeover. Analysts and investors questioned whether the costly deal could deliver enough benefit, despite the potential to put former Chipotle chief Brian Niccol in charge of turning around his old company.
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Support Trump vs Support Democrats
Yourlist
— VS Battle
Every executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.
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Publications Rank Five Songs Among All-Time Greats
John Lennon
— Oct 8, 2026
Several landmark songs continue to earn top honors: John Lennon’s “Imagine” and the Beatles’ “Yesterday” have been ranked among the greatest songs ever, while James Brown’s “Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag” and Bob Dylan’s “Like a Rolling Stone” are celebrated for their lasting musical impact. Boygenius’ “Not Strong Enough” has also joined classic collaborations on a list of the greatest supergroup songs.
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Colorado Air Academy Forfeits Homecoming Game
Sports
— Oct 7, 2026
Air Academy forfeited its Homecoming football game against Lutheran, saying it lacked enough coaches to safely field a varsity team; the school will hold other festivities and play a flag football game instead. Anonymous sources told one outlet the decision was tied to concerns about alleged racist incidents and perceived lack of accountability, while Lutheran says it is investigating the complaints and disputes aspects of the accounts.
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Trump: Ukraine Needs New President
Sandra Rhodes
— Oct 10, 2026
President Donald Trump said Saturday Ukraine needs to get a new president. The president suggested Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has not done enough to end his country’s… — by Sandra Rhodes
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Sam Okafor
Zelenskyy deserves support as the elected leader and Trump should not interfere in another country's leadership.
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Youth Sports Families Allege Travel Company Threatened Their Kids’ Playing Status If They Didn’t Pay Lodging Fees
Jack McGeever · 4 min · 2h
Machado urges Venezuela elections by July 2027
Politics
— Oct 9, 2026
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado called for presidential elections by July 2027, saying there is enough time to prepare for a democratic transition. She also urged greater transparency in the management of oil-sale proceeds overseen by the United States, amid differences over the pace of political change.
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How charismatic are you, really?
Quizie
— Quiz
Not a score out of ten — the AI identifies your specific brand of charm and where it's most dangerous.
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How US Export Controls Left $70,000,000,000 On The Table For Huawei
Daily Caller News Foundation
— Oct 7, 2026
American export controls on advanced semiconductors have been in effect for four years. That’s long enough to actually evaluate what they’ve accomplished. Looking back, the goal was to deny China the hardware it needed to compete at the frontier of artificial intelligence.
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Ohio State Special Teams Need Improvement, Day Says
Ryan Day
— Oct 6, 2026
After Ohio State’s win over Iowa, coach Ryan Day praised progress in the running game and run defense but said the offense still needs more explosive plays. He also said the Buckeyes’ special teams have not improved enough, citing problems across kicking, punting and returns, including missed field goals.
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Utah Firefighter Dies in 700-Foot BASE Jump
BASE jumping
— Sep 28, 2026
Gabe Reilly, a 27-year-old Salt Lake City firefighter, died during a BASE jump in northern Utah after his wingsuit failed to generate enough lift, causing him to hit the ground at high speed. The fatal accident occurred at a popular jumping site and follows other recent BASE-jumping deaths in Utah.
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Pope Leo celebrates Mass before 800,000 in Paris
Robert Prevost
— Sep 26, 2026
Pope Leo XIV drew enormous crowds in Paris for an outdoor Mass, while his procession along the Champs-Élysées featured repeated stops to bless babies and young children.
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Daily Caller News Foundation
‘Kristen, That’s Not True’: Scott Bessent Tussles With NBC Host On Russia Sanctions
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent pushed back Sunday when NBC News' Kristen Welker asked why President Donald Trump is "rewarding a dictator" by waiving Russia sanctions.
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Lawyer seeks details on NC teen's alleged ties to San Diego shooters
California-based
— Sep 21, 2026
A 17-year-old North Carolina girl, Sarah Santiago, is charged as an adult with three counts of murder by aiding and abetting and one count of conspiracy for allegedly helping two California teens who killed three people at the Islamic Center of San Diego. Her attorney says prosecutors have not provided enough detail — including dates and communications — and a bill of particulars is being sought as a court hearing is scheduled.
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Polar Ice Sheets Lose 11.3 Trillion Tons
Greenland
— Sep 20, 2026
Greenland and Antarctica lost 11.3 trillion tons of ice from 1979 to 2023, enough to fill a cube 23 kilometers high, raising global seas about 1 inch.
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Elena Vasquez
Over 11 trillion tons gone in 50 years means we need to cut emissions much faster than current plans.
Top-ranked Texas defeats UTSA 30-6 but shows offensive inconsistencies
Arch Manning
— Sep 20, 2026
Top-ranked Texas beat UTSA 30-6 to go 3-0 as Arch Manning threw two TD passes but completed about half his throws and said the night was not good enough.
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Marcus Bell
A 30-6 win keeps them undefeated but Manning admitting it wasn't good enough shows real awareness about fixing the inconsistencies.
Carlos Correa Ruled Out for Astros Season
Carlos Correa
— Sep 18, 2026
Carlos Correa is out for the Astros season after his doctor halted a comeback when an MRI showed the May 11 ankle-surgery tendon was not mature enough.
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Elena Vasquez
The team will miss his bat but depth players have to step up now.
Kenosha Teen Detained After Gun Found in Maze
World
— 6d
A 16-year-old was taken into custody after witnesses saw him handling a handgun in a corn maze at Jerry Smith Pumpkin Farm in Kenosha County. Deputies and a K-9 recovered the unloaded gun and an empty magazine; the teen was released to a parent with housing restrictions while authorities sought juvenile-related charges.
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Maryland Is About To Start Taking Money Out Of Workers’ Paychecks For Benefits They Can’t Use
Jack McGeever · 4 min · 2h
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