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EU Leaders Set First AI Talks in DublinWorld — 5dEU leaders are meeting in Dublin for their first leaders-level discussion devoted to AI, weighing how to strengthen Europe’s competitiveness and technological sovereignty while addressing the technology’s effects on society, security and trust. The talks, featuring Mistral CEO Arthur Mensch and AI researcher Geoffrey Hinton, are also expected to consider responsible development and safeguards against serious risks.

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Boxing spotlights young talent, charity, recoverySports — 6dEleven-year-old boxer Arthur Eden impressed in his amateur debut, showcasing disciplined training and advanced ring skills. Separately, Rio Crocker survived a life-threatening brain hemorrhage sustained while sparring and is now pursuing a sports science degree, though he no longer boxes.

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Arthur Brooks: How to Raise a Reader2 sources — 5d

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Tom Gallagher I cut back on tablets at home and my son went back to finishing one book every couple weeks without any reminders.

Bottoms names King to lead Georgia transition team with Perry, Blank — Nov 6, 2026Georgia Gov.-elect Keisha Lance Bottoms named John King to lead her Georgia’s Promise transition team, with business, political and civic figures including Tyler Perry, Arthur Blank and Rosalind Brewer serving as co-chairs. Bottoms said Gov. Brian Kemp offered support for an orderly handoff, and her team will prepare for January while focusing on affordability, health care and public education.

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Berrettini Withdraws, Alcaraz Advances to Paris Quarterfinals — Nov 5, 2026Matteo Berrettini withdrew from his Paris Masters third-round match against Carlos Alcaraz because of persistent arm pain, saying he will undergo tests to determine the cause. Alcaraz advanced to the quarterfinals without playing and will face Arthur Fils or Taylor Fritz.

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Jared Kim Berrettini must be frustrated missing out on a shot at Alcaraz over this arm pain.

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.

Evommune Licenses Hinova Drug With Up to $1.1B in MilestonesBusiness — Nov 4, 2026Evommune licensed exclusive rights outside Greater China to develop and commercialize Hinova’s experimental oral autoimmune drug EVO570 in a deal worth up to about $1.1 billion, including $30 million upfront and potential milestone payments and royalties. The VAV1-targeting drug is expected to begin Phase 1 testing imminently, with Evommune planning a Phase 2 rheumatoid arthritis trial in 2027.

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Priya Raman Getting rights outside China lets Evommune move fast on autoimmune programs while Hinova keeps its home market.

Rams Expect Garrett Back at Practice — Nov 1, 2026Rams coach Sean McVay says Myles Garrett will return to practice this week as he recovers from arthroscopic knee surgery, potentially bolstering a defense that has missed the star edge rusher since Week 1. Garrett remains on injured reserve, so his practice return does not guarantee he will play against Washington; the Rams have 21 days to activate him.

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Edwards’ Planned Knee Surgery May Raise Long-Term Risks — Oct 26, 2026Anthony Edwards is expected to miss up to two months after arthroscopic surgery on his right knee, sidelining the Timberwolves star after a strong start to the season. Sports physician Brian Sutterer said the timeline is plausible, but cautioned that trimming damaged tissue may ease symptoms while potentially increasing the risk of future knee problems; Edwards’ exact diagnosis remains undisclosed.

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Oregon Zoo Otters Dunk Mini PumpkinsLifestyle — Oct 25, 2026Oregon Zoo sea otters entertained visitors by dunking miniature pumpkins through a basketball hoop as part of enrichment activities that support their physical and mental well-being. The tradition began with Eddie, an older otter whose keepers used dunking as therapy for arthritic elbows.

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Artiva ends autoimmune cell therapy over durability shortfalls, will cut 94% of staffBusiness — Oct 27, 2026Artiva Biotherapeutics is discontinuing its AlloNK cell therapy program for rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune diseases after longer-term responses fell short of its target and two patients died during trials. One death was assessed as likely related to the chemotherapy drug fludarabine, while the other was considered unrelated to treatment; Artiva is laying off about 94% of its staff and exploring strategic alternatives.

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Sam Okafor It's a shame the therapy couldn't hold up longer term, especially after those trial setbacks.

Arthur Brooks: You Are Not the Victim2 sources — Oct 26, 2026

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Maya Lindstrom Taking personal responsibility instead of feeling like a victim has made a real difference in how I handle setbacks.

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

RA Trial Finds 82% Remission After 10 YearsHealth — Oct 20, 2026A commercial pipeline report says more than 75 companies are developing over 80 rheumatoid arthritis therapies, while an ex vivo study found baricitinib and etanercept reduced immune-cell activity, with etanercept showing stronger effects on adhesion and NETosis. Separately, a 10-year follow-up of patients treated with a stringent treat-to-target strategy found that 82% were in remission, with limited joint damage progression.

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Ramaswamy backs $4 million Acton mother ad — Oct 21, 2026Ramaswamy confirms his campaign produced the Donna Arthur spot and will spend $4 million airing it as Vance tells fellow Republicans to stop whining and win in 13 days.

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Economists Say Medical Technology Tariffs Raise Patient Costs — Oct 19, 2026The great Arthur Laffer always tells us that when you tax something you get less of it, and when you tax something less you get more of it. That's why President Donald J. Trump's tariffs on medical technology produce less innovation and higher prices for patients.

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Arthur Brooks: Don’t Pursue Happiness2 sources — Oct 17, 2026

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Tom Gallagher Focusing on purpose and service instead of chasing feelings has made my own life steadier and more satisfying.

Answer honestly and the AI sketches your soulmateQuizie — QuizNot who you think you want — who your answers say you need. The AI drafts the wanted poster.

Small Earthquakes Rattle Three California AreasWeather — 1dSeveral small earthquakes were reported across California, including a cluster of early-morning tremors near Holtville in Imperial County, with reports ranging from magnitude 2.0 to 3.0. Separate quakes were reported near Cedarville and Kernville; no damage was reported.

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Heath Freeman to Buy Earthquakes for Reported $625M — 1dHeath Freeman, co-founder of Alden Global Capital, is buying the San Jose Earthquakes and PayPal Park from John Fisher, with MLS owners approving the deal and a closing expected in the coming weeks. Financial terms were not disclosed in the club’s announcement, though a report put the team’s enterprise value at $625 million; Freeman said he plans to invest in the club and build a championship contender.

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Derek Foss The 625 million valuation shows how much MLS has grown but I wonder if the Earthquakes will see any of that money go into the academy or stadium upgrades.

Kate Joins William in India for First Joint Trip Since Cancer TreatmentWorld — 17hCatherine will join Prince William in Mumbai for a three-day visit centered on the Earthshot Prize, marking her highest-profile overseas engagement since cancer treatment in 2024. The couple will attend the awards and other events highlighting environmental innovation, youth leadership and UK-India ties.

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Dana Whitfield The Mumbai events look like a solid way to promote practical innovations without overhyping royal presence.

Vikings’ Cashman, Hockenson Miss Practice — 3dVikings tight end T.J. Hockenson missed multiple practices with wrist and chest injuries, putting his availability for Sunday’s game against Green Bay in doubt. Minnesota is expected to clarify his status with its final practice report; if he cannot play, Ben Yurosek and Gavin Bartholomew are next in line.

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SpaceX Starship Reaches Orbit in Flight 15Tech — 2dSpaceX’s Starship Flight 15 reached low Earth orbit and began deploying 26 Starlink satellites, but the Super Heavy booster splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico and burst into flames, ending the planned double-catch attempt. SpaceX was monitoring the upper stage ahead of a possible return and catch at Starbase roughly 22.5 hours after launch; that attempt remained conditional on the spacecraft’s systems.

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Nicole Hardy The booster going up in flames after splashdown means the double catch was never realistic this time around.

Rocket Lab Completes Record 100th Electron LaunchScience — 2dRocket Lab successfully completed Electron’s 100th launch, setting a record for the fastest commercially developed rocket to reach the milestone. The mission deployed a Japanese iQPS Earth-imaging satellite into low Earth orbit.

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Chris Dalton That Japanese satellite deployment proves these missions deliver practical Earth imaging data without needing massive rockets.

“Shout for joy, you heavens; rejoice, you earth; burst into song, you mountains! For the Lord comforts his people and will have compassion on his afflicted ones.” — Isaiah 49:13, New International VerCommunity — 1dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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“Shout for joy, you heavens; rejoice, you earth; burst into song, you mountains! For the Lord comforts his people and will have compassion on his afflicted ones.” — Isaiah 49:13, New International VerCommunity — 1dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Campuses Limit Parking for Penn State Football and FBI TrainingLifestyle — 4dParking plans across several campuses and events include temporary restrictions, designated lots and enforcement: State College is imposing football-weekend limits and special-event rates, LASUED is restricting convocation access and assigning parking areas, and UNCSA will temporarily relocate student parking for a training program. At Stan State, students weigh a semester pass costing about $189 against limited, farther-away free parking and day passes.

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