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The Fall of the Berlin Wall and Believing in Liberty When Hope Is Low1 source — 1d

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Marcus Bell It is a reminder that holding onto freedom matters most when everything feels stacked against it.

Nvidia Shares Fall as Board Probes China-Linked Reports — 2dNvidia shares fell about 4% in overnight trading after CEO Jensen Huang admitted to an affair and the company’s board opened an investigation into reports he was targeted by a suspected Chinese intelligence operative. The board said it has no reason to believe company secrets or national security were compromised, while investors weighed leadership uncertainty ahead of Nvidia’s earnings report.

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Derek Foss The stock drop makes sense given the uncertainty, but the board clearing the company on security should help calm some fears over time.

Psalm 46:1-2 offers refuge and strength amid falling mountainsCommunity — 1dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Oil falls on open as Trump says fresh Iran attacks 'unlikely'1 source — 2d

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Jared Kim Unlikely attacks sound fine until something else pops up with Iran anyway.

Japan Household Spending Falls Most Since 2020 Despite Wage GainsFinance — 1dJapan’s household spending fell 6.8% year over year in September, its steepest drop since 2020 and tenth consecutive monthly decline, with weakness spanning food, recreation and other categories. Poor weather contributed, but falling consumption despite rising household income points to broader demand weakness as the Bank of Japan weighs further rate increases.

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Elena Vasquez If spending stays this weak the Bank of Japan should hold off on more rate hikes until demand actually recovers.

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.

Sioux Falls Schools Report Academic Gains While Rapid City Shows GapsHealth — 1dSouth Dakota report cards show Sioux Falls students enter school below state averages in reading and math but catch up by middle school, while Rapid City students remain below state proficiency rates in both subjects. Rapid City leaders pointed to stronger results on national assessments but said attendance and achievement remain areas for improvement.

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Berkshire Hathaway accelerates stock buybacks, operating profit falls2 sources — 4d

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Priya Raman Buffett must see value here to keep repurchasing despite weaker results this time.

College rowing programs wrap fall seasonsSports — 3dCollege rowing programs wrapped up their fall seasons with varied results: Gonzaga won the novice eight and placed second in the open four, while Dayton’s varsity eight finished fourth and its varsity four beat Ohio State and Indiana. Adrian, Villanova and San Diego also completed fall racing, with Adrian taking fourth in the mixed open four and Villanova closing its slate with a home scrimmage.

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Fall Out Boy Announces 2027 World TourMusic — 3dFall Out Boy’s cryptic “Twilight of the Punks” teasers and interactive website have fueled speculation about a major 2027 tour, including UK and Ireland dates and a possible North American stadium run. No tour dates have been officially confirmed, though a leak pointed to a July 24 show at Chicago’s Soldier Field as the band prepares to release its new single, “ACES.”

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P!nk to Become Sphere's First Female Solo Headliner in 2027 ResidencyEntertainment — 2dPink announced a nine-show Las Vegas Sphere residency in fall 2027, making her the venue’s first female solo headliner. The run begins September 29, with tickets going on sale November 20.

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US job growth surges in October; unemployment rate falls to 4.1%1 source — 5d

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Marcus Bell This job surge is welcome, but I hope it leads to better pay and not just more part-time work.

Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

U.S. traffic deaths fall to lowest first-half rate since 2014Auto — 1dU.S. traffic deaths fell 2.5% in the first half of 2026, reaching their lowest rate since 2014 and extending a multiyear decline, though bicyclist deaths remain a concern. Nevada also reported fewer road deaths through October than in the same period last year, while deaths among pedestrians rose.

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Wheeling Falls 38-34 to Glenville StateSports — 4dWheeling’s bid for its first Mountain East Conference title and a possible NCAA Division II playoff berth took a hit as the Cardinals fell to Glenville State, 38-34. After falling behind early, Wheeling rallied but its final drive came up short.

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Fall colors peak across Midwest, SoutheastWeather — 4dFall foliage is reaching or nearing peak across parts of the country, including North Georgia and much of Missouri, where unusually warm, dry weather delayed the display and drought muted colors in some areas. Photo reports from Indiana, West Michigan and Ohio’s Ross County also show autumn color still visible, though timing varies by location.

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Dance Gavin Dance Opens Australian Tour in BrisbaneEntertainment — 5dDance Gavin Dance kicked off its Australian tour with a high-energy 13-song set, while support act The Fall of Troy impressed with its musicianship. Rhode Island’s fall arts season also features a range of theater, music, and festival events.

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Big Ten scoring falls to lowest pace since 2023 amid QB injuriesSports — 1dBig Ten conference games are averaging 47.3 points this season, a sharp reversal after scoring rose following the arrival of four former Pac-12 teams. Quarterback injuries and offensive struggles have contributed to the decline, with Nebraska, Michigan and Oregon all firing their offensive coordinators.

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Fall planting of perennials and natives yields winter bloomsLifestyle — 5dGardeners can prepare for winter with seasonal flowers and indoor herbs such as marjoram, while fall is also a good time to plant long-lived perennials including peonies and irises. Other features highlight a Colorado nursery growing native plants for restoration and a hardy, fragrant Indian hawthorn suited to Southern gardens.

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South Carolina Tree Arrives, Capitol Tree Resumes JourneyLifestyle — 2dSouth Carolina’s official Christmas tree arrived at the State House ahead of its November lighting ceremony. The U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree, meanwhile, made a stop in Idaho Falls on its cross-country trip after a crash in Billings temporarily delayed its journey.

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Peoria Javelinas Players McCoy and Kemp Slated for Fall Stars GameSports — 4dThe Arizona Fall League’s Home Run Derby features eight prospects in a head-to-head bracket, with Peoria represented by multiple hitters; the league’s postseason follows its regular-season finish. The AFL also gives fans an inexpensive chance to watch prospects who may become future major leaguers.

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Midweek Rain and Colder Air Forecast for Illinois, Pittsburgh AreasWeather — 2dGeorgia is enjoying pleasant fall weather, though temperatures are turning cooler. In central Illinois and the Pittsburgh region, forecasts call for rain and a sharp late-week cooldown, with a chance of snow in parts of western Pennsylvania.

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Towns Outline Specific Rules for Fall Leaf CollectionsLifestyle — 2dGreenville, Henderson and Hamlet have started annual leaf collection programs, with schedules and pickup rules varying by city. Officials advise residents to keep leaves accessible and separate from other yard waste; Henderson residents with loose leaves or more than 10 bags must contact Public Works for pickup.

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Dollar Stabilizes Ahead of US Inflation DataFinance — 1dThe dollar steadied ahead of U.S. October inflation data, which investors see as a key signal for the Federal Reserve’s rate decisions; recent risk appetite and falling yields had pressured the currency, while strong jobs data and expectations of rate hikes offered support. October inflation hotter than expected could revive dollar gains.

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Rachel Meyers If inflation prints hotter than expected the Fed will have to keep hiking and the dollar should break higher soon.

Rare Meteorites Go on Display in Maine, TexasScience — 2dA 4.5-billion-year-old meteorite that crashed through a Spring, Texas, home in March is now featured in the Houston Museum of Natural Science’s “Fall to Earth” exhibition. The exhibit explores the meteorite’s journey and impact, with NASA scientists helping reconstruct its passage through the atmosphere and fragments recovered across the Houston area.

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Short Interest Falls Over 93% Across Four FT Vest ETFsBusiness — 1dShort interest in four FT Vest U.S. Equity Deep Buffer ETFs—May, February, November and April—fell roughly 93% to 94% in October, leaving short positions near zero and days-to-cover ratios below one. The reports also noted recent institutional trading in several of the funds.

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Dana Whitfield I reduced my own exposure to similar products after seeing this kind of shift, since it may signal lower expected volatility ahead.