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Fed's Barr warns inflation may force more rate hikes — 2d

Marcus Bell Higher rates might be needed but they always seem to hit regular folks with bigger loan payments first.

Roseanne Barr Blasts Former Co-Star as a 'Brainwashed Bigot' — 6dRoseanne Barr is taking aim at her former “Roseanne” co-star Michael Fishman after he said the sitcom’s 2018 revival was “rightfully canceled.” According to Fox News, during an app… — by Andrew Powell

Jared Kim Roseanne is right to push back since the network pulled the plug so fast after one bad tweet from her.

Supreme Court to Hear Climate Nuisance Case Critics Warn Could Cost Trillions — Sep 16, 2026Former AG Bill Barr warned that climate lawsuits against American energy companies could strengthen adversaries like China and Russia by targeting private firms while sovereign immunity protects state-owned producers; he argued that Boulder County’s Suncor case and similar suits threaten to shift production abroad and raise energy costs, with some filings reportedly seeking trillions in damages. Barr also contended that such state-law claims have national and global implications that the Constitution bars from being controlled by individual states, and warned that a single victory could cripple U.S. energy producers.

Jared Kim Trillions in damages against U.S. firms while foreign producers stay untouched will only raise costs for regular families.

Certified Instructor With Down Syndrome Leads ClassHealth — Sep 5, 2026A 22-year-old Utah woman with Down syndrome, Aubry Alldredge, has become the first person with Down syndrome to be certified as an UpBeat Barre instructor, impressing instructors and leading a debut class of about 60 participants at VASA Fitness in Kaysville. Her milestone, and the gym’s pledge to onboard her as a full-time instructor, highlight UpBeat Barre’s and local fitness communities’ commitment to inclusion and diversified leadership in fitness.

“Aubry Is a Light”: Woman With Down Syndrome Makes History as a Fitness InstructorGood News — Sep 7, 2026Aubry Alldredge, 22, of Kaysville, Utah, became the first person with Down syndrome certified as an UpBeat Barre instructor and taught her debut class to more than 60 people.

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.

Trump Says He Regrets Appointing Gorsuch Kavanaugh and Barrett — 12hPresident Donald Trump is not a fan of Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh and Amy Coney Barrett — all three of his Supreme Court justice appointees. He said they have voted against him… — by Sandra Rhodes

Sam Okafor This just proves how risky it is for any president to pick judges expecting them to stay on his side.

Barrick, Mali Unions Avert Planned Mine Strike — 4dUnions called off Loulo-Gounkoto strikes after a 21 September deal. Sacko: "the strike action has since been called off." Mali had seized roughly 3 tonnes of Barrick gold.

Derek Foss Good that Barrick and the unions settled the overtime and pay issues to keep the mine running without disruption.

Barry Diller Withdraws $18 Billion Bid for MGM Resorts — Sep 23, 2026Barry Diller’s People Inc. abandoned its roughly $18 billion bid to acquire the rest of MGM Resorts, signaling that the deal will not move forward and leaving MGM to continue as a standalone company. People still holds about 27% of MGM, and MGM’s stock reacted to the withdrawal with an after-hours drop as the company reaffirms its path forward.

Priya Raman MGM can focus on its own growth now instead of dealing with a takeover, even if the stock dipped after hours.

Oil Prices Fall as US Stockpiles Surge, Saudi Disruptions Persist — Sep 16, 2026U.S. crude stocks rose 7.1 million barrels against a forecast 1.6 million-barrel draw, ending a two-day oil rally as Brent fell to $108.02.

Marcus Bell Those Saudi pipeline issues will likely drive prices higher again once the stockpile effect fades.

Former NHL Coach, ESPN Broadcaster Barry Melrose Dies at 70 — Sep 10, 2026Barry Melrose, the longtime NHL player, coach and Emmy-winning ESPN analyst, has died at 70 after battling Parkinson’s disease diagnosed in 2023, with tributes praising his passion for hockey and his distinctive mullet and persona. He was instrumental in Detroit’s early turnaround and became a defining figure for ESPN’s hockey coverage, garnering colorful praise from colleagues and legends alike.

OPEC Cuts Oil-Demand Growth Forecast to 380,000 Bpd — Sep 10, 2026OPEC again cut this year's global oil-demand growth to 380,000 barrels per day from 580,000, while lifting next year’s forecast to about 2.36 million bpd as demand rebounds. The cuts come amid Gulf shipping disruption and Brent hovering above $100 a barrel, signaling ongoing volatility in oil markets.

Maya Lindstrom The Gulf shipping issues are clearly forcing these forecast cuts and that kind of disruption always leads to more price swings.

Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

Five Arrested Near RAF Fairford, 85 Homes Evacuated — 4dFive men arrested near RAF Fairford as a bomb disposal robot inspected three white vans—two with open rear doors and black barrels scattered—while 85 homes were evacuated.

Jared Kim This shows we can't take security around US bases for granted with threats like explosives.

40 million barrels from SPRFinance — 3d

“You can say any foolish thing to a dog, and the dog will give you a look that says, 'Wow, you're right! I never would've thought of that!'” — Dave Barry, Humorist — 21hPosted to IJR by IJR.

Sweeping U.S. ban on Canadian alcohol takes effect — 2dThe U.S. ban on many Canadian alcoholic imports has disrupted producers, who rushed shipments and stockpiled goods but now face lost sales and uncertainty; exemptions for some bulk-shipped whisky and existing inventories may limit immediate effects on American consumers. Canadian producers are urging provinces to ease internal trade barriers so they can replace lost U.S. sales at home, where restrictive distribution systems can make cross-country retail access difficult.

How do you actually say "I care"?Quizie — QuizEveryone transmits care on a different frequency — words, time, help, gifts, presence. Twelve questions and the AI tunes yours.

SpaceX Targets Sept. 28 for Starship Test FlightTech — Sep 24, 2026NASA’s SpaceX Crew-14 mission is expected to launch four astronauts from NASA, JAXA and Roscosmos to the International Space Station in spring 2027 for a long-duration science expedition. Kayla Barron will return to the station for a second flight, and the crew will conduct research and technology demonstrations supporting future Moon and Mars exploration.

Taylor Captains All Blacks as Frizell Returns for Bledisloe — 3dCodie Taylor will captain the All Blacks' 34-man Bledisloe Cup squad after Ardie Savea's shoulder surgery, with Shannon Frizell back from Japan and Scott Barrett returning from back surgery.

Dana Whitfield Frizell back from Japan adds real experience to the loose forwards, and Barrett's return helps the lock depth.

European Stocks Edge Higher as UK Homebuilders Rally on Loan Plan — 3dUK homebuilders jumped over 10%—Barratt Redrow 12.9%, sector index 11.2% to a six-month high—after a first-time buyer loan plan for next month's budget; Stoxx 600 rose 0.5%.

Tom Gallagher The loan program should help first-time buyers and lift homebuilders, though rising oil prices might still cap any bigger gains across Europe.

Asian Stocks Fall as Oil Tops 106 Dollars, Yields Near High — 3dBrent crude topped $106 a barrel after Trump rejected Iran's Strait of Hormuz proposal; Asian stocks fell as the 30-year Treasury yield neared its highest since 2004.

Elena Vasquez Oil prices jumping past 106 on that Iran standoff will hurt consumers everywhere if it drags on.

Nonprofit to raffle $494,500 Georgia home for athlete scholarships — 5dThe 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.

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

US weighs UN travel curbs for Cuban officials — Sep 24, 2026The Trump administration is weighing tighter limits on Cuban officials traveling to the U.N. as it intensifies pressure on Havana; Cuba’s foreign minister denounced the measures as collective punishment, while U.S. sanctions’ effects on fuel, essential goods and aid delivery remain a concern. Washington says its approach includes humanitarian assistance and channels benefiting Cuba’s private sector, though aid groups face significant logistical barriers.

Rachel Meyers The focus on humanitarian channels is smart but logistics for aid groups need fixing fast to reach people.

Xi Visits Washington for Trump Summit — Sep 17, 2026Both sides are advancing high-level economic and trade engagements ahead of President Xi Jinping’s Washington visit, with a trade delegation led by Vice Premier He Lifeng to the US from Sept. 19–23 and a planned large business delegation accompanying Xi featuring major Chinese manufacturers and financial firms. The lineup includes BYD, CATL, Gotion, Xiaomi, Hisense, Wanxiang, and the Bank of China, as talks focus on tariffs, regulatory barriers, and signaling a warming of economic ties ahead of the summit.

Experts Say Taste and Convenience Matter as Much as Nutrition for Healthy EatingHealth — Sep 22, 2026Across discussions on healthy eating, experts emphasize discipline in daily food choices and the need to design healthier options that people actually enjoy, acknowledging sensory factors and presentation influence appetite. They also note persistent barriers—cost, time, transport, and accessibility—that keep healthy food unaffordable for many, and call for strategies that align nutrition with taste, sustainability, and fair livelihoods for producers.

Coast Guard and FBI Probe Possible Cyber Breach on Texas-Bound Tanker — Sep 15, 2026Coast Guard and FBI boarded a 333-meter Liberian-flagged tanker able to carry 2.3 million barrels of oil on Aug. 21 over a possible cyber breach; no crew danger or environmental harm was reported.

Sam Okafor If reports of Iranian links hold up, it proves our shipping lanes are too exposed to these kinds of disruptions right now.