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Trump says he would love to see Ireland unified — 6hDuring 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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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 — 3d

Nation marks 25 years since 9/11 with Pentagon tributes and rare artifacts — 1dThe 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.

Sports Helped Nation Heal After 9/11Sports — 3dTwenty-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

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

Anthropic in Talks With Nvidia Over Potential $100 Billion IPO — 17hAnthropic 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.

Teacher lists nine classroom practices removed over the yearsGood News — 3dAn elementary teacher posted on TikTok about nine classroom activities that have faded over time and why bringing them back could help students.

Charley Pride Makes Grand Ole Opry History — 2dA 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.

Boston College, Rutgers Honor 9/11 Hero Crowther — 17hBoston 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 — 20hCrypto 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 — 12hMissouri 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.

Sam Okafor Simmons throwing three touchdowns while Roberts ran for 125 yards shows a balanced attack that Kansas couldn't match.

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AP Exclusive: Lawyer for China's Zion Church seeks resettlement help while transiting through Taiwan — 3dChinese lawyer Ruth Wang reaches Taiwan while seeking resettlement after pressure over her work defending the Zion Church, drawing hope from a Bible story of unexpected provision.

Rachel Meyers Taiwan has every right to assist people fleeing religious crackdowns without getting drawn into Beijing's disputes.

Surrogate Seeks Supreme Court Help in Custody Fight — 1dMcKenna 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.

EMT Ran 1.5 Miles up 1,000 Feet of Elevation in 31 Minutes to Get Blood Transfusion for Injured ClimberGood News — 4dAn EMT dashed up a steep trail to deliver blood to a climber who fell on Shortoff Mountain, helping save his life amid a large rescue effort.

Legacy Donation Appraisers Offers Expedited Valuations Before October 15 Deadline — 15hLegacy Donation Appraisers has launched rush donation appraisal services to help taxpayers with the October 15 extension meet substantiation requirements for non-cash charitable contributions, with expedited timing available. Appraisals, covering property, fine art, vehicles, business interests, and more, comply with USPAP and IRS Form 8283 (including Part IV Appraiser Declaration) for deductions over $5,000, with final acceptance at the IRS and timing confirmed up front by the firm.

Derek Foss Anyone donating vehicles should confirm the USPAP compliance before signing anything.

A Red Cross trick to help you cool down quickly, even in blazing heat — Sep 1, 2026

Elena Vasquez Would love to see actual temperature drop numbers, "cool down quickly" is vague without data to back it up.

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.

Nebraska lineman Mac Markway retires after recurring knee injuries end comeback — 2dNebraska defensive end Mac Markway, an LSU transfer who battled multiple knee injuries, announced his retirement from football after appearing in the season opener. He said he’ll remain with the program to help in other aspects of football, with coach Matt Rhule praising his resilience as he shifts focus away from playing toward supporting the Huskers.

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