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Trump says he would love to see Ireland unified — 12hDuring a two-day visit to Dublin, US President Donald Trump said he would love to see a unified Ireland and that it would be a great feather in everybody’s cap, noting the UK would have a say in the matter. He also suggested he could help resolve international disputes such as the Falkland Islands row and arrived amid one of Ireland’s largest security operations, meeting Taoiseach Micheál Martin and Irish President Catherine Connolly.

Rachel Meyers Trump's take on a unified Ireland makes sense in theory, but the UK still holds the real cards on any decision.

Educators Urge Parents to Let Children StruggleLifestyle — 1dDevelopmental experts say allowing children to struggle with everyday problems helps them develop planning, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, even as parents face the pull of instant AI help. The guidance emphasizes pausing before stepping in, considering a child’s age and circumstances, and recognizing that frequent interventions can hinder learning how to recover from mistakes or try new approaches.

Nicole Hardy AI apps make it too easy to solve everything for them so resisting that urge feels like the real test for parents right now.

Topeka Woman Killed Helping Crash Victim on Highway — 1dA 44-year-old Topeka social worker, Sarah J. McLaughlin-Olson, was killed while helping crash victims on U.S. Route 75 south of Topeka on Sept. 10, after a Ford F-350 pulling a horse trailer veered onto the shoulder to avoid other vehicles. The Honda Civic driver was seriously injured and McLaughlin-Olson’s death drew statements from her school community about her dedication and support for students and families.

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Kupcho Putts Tie Solheim Cup at 8-8 — 3hJennifer Kupcho sparked a crucial turnaround for the U.S. at the Solheim Cup by sinking long putts, including a 90-foot effort and a 91/93-foot strike, to help the United States level Europe 8-8 after two days at Bernardus Golf. Her dramatic shots energized the team and heightened expectations for Sunday’s singles as they chase the trophy.

Chris Dalton The 91 and 93 foot efforts show how much pressure she handled to keep the team in it.

Women more satisfied with their churches' efforts to help them understand the Bible, poll findsGood News — 4dA recent American Bible Society poll shows most churchgoers feel satisfied with efforts to help them understand the Bible, with women reporting notably higher satisfaction than men.

Walking an extra 1,000 steps a day may help your heart, study findsHealth — 4d

Nation marks 25 years since 9/11 with Pentagon tributes and rare artifacts — 2dThe Smithsonian's National Museum of American History opened a temporary display of fragile 9/11 artifacts from the World Trade Center, Pentagon, and Flight 93 laid out on tables to help visitors remember and connect with the day. The exhibit arrives amid political scrutiny over how American history is told, with critics pressing for a more unifying narrative while the museum emphasizes memory preservation for future generations.

Emma Bonino, Italian rights campaigner, dies at 78 — 1dEmma Bonino, a long-time Italian politician and human-rights advocate who helped legalize abortion in 1978 and served as EU Commissioner and foreign minister, has died at 78. Tributes from across the political spectrum praised her fearless defense of civil rights and her decades-long campaign for freedoms, gender equality, and European integration.

The right to play: displaced by conflict — 3dCharities help children displaced by conflict regain confidence and skills through play programs that restore routine and expression.

Sam Okafor These kids deserve safe spaces to play even after losing everything to war.

Cubs Reinstate Cabrera from IL to Bolster Bullpen, Thornton Placed on List — 5hThe Chicago Cubs activated right-hander Edward Cabrera from the 15-day injured list and moved Trent Thornton to the 15-day IL with a left ankle sprain, moving Cabrera to the bullpen for the rest of the season and potentially postseason help. Cabrera, who has a 5.68 ERA across 76 innings this year and has battled multiple injuries, will be used in low-leverage relief as the Cubs continue to manage a pitching-strapped roster.

Sam Okafor Cabrera's numbers this year don't inspire much but a new arm in the bullpen might ease some late-season pressure.

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Sports Helped Nation Heal After 9/11Sports — 4dTwenty-five years after 9/11, reflections highlight national grief, resilience, and the enduring impact on American life, from collective memory to how communities found ways to return to normalcy. Across the pieces, sports emerge as a unifying force and a lens for healing, illustrating how athletes, fans, and events helped communities cope and remember together.

One UI 9 brings a minor feature that can help improve battery life of Galaxy devicesTech — 5d

An Olivia Rodrigo-backed nonprofit gives sexual assault survivors $1.5K with no strings attached. Here's how it helpsGood News — 5d

Teacher lists nine classroom practices removed over the yearsGood News — 4dAn elementary teacher posted on TikTok about nine classroom activities that have faded over time and why bringing them back could help students.

Anthropic in Talks With Nvidia Over Potential $100 Billion IPO — 23hAnthropic is pursuing a record-setting IPO of up to $100 billion with a target valuation around $2 trillion, and Nvidia is weighing a cornerstone investment of up to $10 billion to help validate the deal. The arrangement would strengthen ties between the AI developer and its hardware supplier, reflecting a broader pattern of strategic partnerships and large-scale financing aimed at accelerating Anthropic’s public offering.

Chris Dalton Nvidia sinking up to 10 billion into Anthropic's IPO looks like a calculated bet to keep their chips at the center of the biggest AI players.

Surrogate Seeks Supreme Court Help in Custody Fight — 2dMcKenna West, a surrogate who refused to terminate the pregnancy, has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene in a custody and medical-care dispute over a four-week-old baby with hypoplastic left heart syndrome born in Dallas, challenging California court orders that recognize the intended parents as the child's legal guardians. West argues she must be allowed to advocate for the child’s life-saving treatment amid a multi-state dispute, with Texas authorities having intervened to ensure care, highlighting surrogacy and abortion policy gaps across states.

Charley Pride Makes Grand Ole Opry History — 3dA trio of landmark moments in American roots music are highlighted: Elvis Presley’s early hit “I Forgot to Remember to Forget” helped launch his country-chart dominance and was later reinterpreted by Bob Dylan, while Bill Monroe is celebrated as the bluegrass pioneer who shaped the genre before his death; the legacy of Hank Williams’ material continues as Charley Pride made history as the first Black artist to perform on the Grand Ole Opry, opening with Williams’ ballad and helping broaden country’s reach, with legends like Linda Ronstadt later covering the same songs.

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Mercury May Have Shrunk Up to 23 Kilometers — 2dNew research indicates Mercury has contracted 10% to 30% more than previously thought, shrinking about 12 miles (roughly 19 kilometers) in diameter since its formation, with surface debris from ancient impacts obscuring the planet’s shrinkage signs. The finding could imply a larger metal core or different core composition and temperature history, and future BepiColombo measurements are expected to help confirm the extent of Mercury’s cooling and contraction.

Dana Whitfield The debris from old impacts covering up the shrinkage clues is a good point. BepiColombo data should settle how much the planet has really changed.

Boston College, Rutgers Honor 9/11 Hero Crowther — 23hBoston College hosted Rutgers for its annual Red Bandanna Game on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, honoring BC alumnus Welles Crowther, the firefighter who helped save multiple lives that day. Both teams wore commemorative uniforms—BC with 'FOR WELLES' and red bandanna motifs, Rutgers with 'Never Forget' and patriotic helmet accents—while Crowther’s family and his Presidential Medal of Freedom recognition were highlighted.

Tom Gallagher His family must feel proud watching the Medal of Freedom get this kind of spotlight at the game.

Trump-Pardoned Crypto Investor Donates Record £36m to Reform UK — 1dCrypto investor Ben Delo donated a record £36 million to Reform UK to help level the playing field and prepare the party for government ahead of Britain’s next election, with Nigel Farage praising the support. Delo, co-founder of BitMEX and pardoned by Donald Trump, remains a high-profile donor amid ongoing reporting on Reform’s funding.

Derek Foss It's odd to see so much money from a Trump-pardoned crypto founder flowing into Reform UK when questions about their overall funding keep coming up.

Missouri beats Kansas 38-21 for fifth straight Border War win — 18hMissouri defeated Kansas 38-21 in Lawrence, extending its Border War winning streak to five straight and its first trip across the state line since 2005. Quarterback Austin Simmons threw for 292 yards and three touchdowns as Jamal Roberts ran for 125 yards, while Missouri’s defense and timely turnovers, including second-half stops by Robert Woodyard, helped seal the win.