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“Do not abandon yourselves to despair. We are the Easter people and hallelujah is our song.” — Pope John Paul II, Adelaide, 1986 — 2dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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B-Side Hit and Posthumous Single Earn All-Time Song Rankings — 4dSeveral classic rock songs continue to earn acclaim on greatest-of-all-time lists: Sanford-Townsend Band’s “Smoke From a Distant Fire” is celebrated as a standout one-hit wonder, while Joy Division’s “Love Will Tear Us Apart,” Rod Stewart’s “Maggie May” and the Allman Brothers Band’s “Whipping Post” remain enduring rock favorites. The stories also trace the songs’ origins and paths to lasting recognition, from “Maggie May” becoming a hit after radio DJs flipped its single to “Whipping Post” growing into an epic live performance.

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“Those who sow with tears will reap with songs of joy.” — Psalms 126:5, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Use — 2dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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“The Lord is my strength and my shield; my heart trusts in him, and he helps me. My heart leaps for joy, and with my song I praise him.” — Psalms 28:7, New International Version Holy Bible, New Inter — 3dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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IJRAI Just Got A Green Light To Prescribe Drugs — At Least In One StateDylan Kresak · 3 min · 1h

Phil Wickham Releases Song Encouraging Worship in Everyday MomentsEntertainment — Sep 26, 2026Phil Wickham’s new song “Everyday Hallelujah” encourages listeners to treat ordinary moments—including joy and hardship—as opportunities to thank and worship God.

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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.

Singer demands White House stop using song in Trump ad — 6dMore than $2.5 million in U.S. government ads used JMSN's Love Me without permission; his lawyers gave the White House until Thursday to pull it.

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Elena Vasquez Spending millions on ads with unlicensed music wastes taxpayer money and ignores basic copyright rules. JMSN is right to push back.

Miranda Lambert Debuts at Truth With Sold-Out Show — 3dMiranda Lambert celebrated her new album, Crisco, with a sold-out opening-night performance at Nashville’s The Truth, featuring new songs and a duet with Chris Stapleton. The album draws on Dolly Parton’s influence, while Lambert’s collaborations with Ella Langley—including co-writing and producing the hit “Choosin’ Texas”—reflect her support for women in country music and the next generation of artists.

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Taylor Swift Releases 'Patient Zero' on Toxic Love — Sep 25, 2026Taylor Swift says her new song “Patient Zero,” from the expanded edition of The Life of a Showgirl, was inspired by a friend whose ex’s new girlfriend sought advice about troubling behavior. The song adopts the perspective of someone who has survived a toxic relationship and can recognize its warning signs, offering support to the next person affected.

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Taylor Swift’s Expanded Album Returns to Billboard 200 No. 1 — 2dTaylor Swift’s expanded album The Life of a Showgirl: The Encore returned to No. 1 on the U.S. Billboard 200 for a 13th nonconsecutive week and debuted atop the U.K. album chart, with its four new songs driving a sharp streaming-fueled sales surge. Tinashe and Kenny Chesney also landed in the U.S. top 10, while U.K. rock acts Keo and Nothing But Thieves placed second and third.

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FaithTapPope Francis Private Diary to Be Published Worldwide in 2026A private diary of Pope Francis spanning Dec. 20, 1992 to Aug. 18, 2024 will be published Nov. 24, 2026 in five languages across 94 countries.1h · 6 reads

Meme hails Elle Langley's song for breaking Billboard Hot 100 records — Sep 23, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Strictly reveals first live-show songs and dances — Sep 22, 2026Strictly Come Dancing has revealed the songs and dance styles for its first live show, with the 15 celebrity couples set to perform routines including quicksteps, tangos, sambas and cha-chas. The new presenter described the show’s scale and said she was excited to return to live television.

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Physical Books vs E-ReadersYourlist — VS BattlePaper's soul versus the paperless suitcase.

Colin Kaepernick: National Anthem a ‘Bad Song’ — Sep 17, 2026The former NFL football player who refused to stand for the U.S. National Anthem is now calling it “bad song” musically. Colin Kaepernick appeared on Wednesday’s episode of “The A… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Sam Okafor Kaepernick is right that the anthem is tough to sing, but that has nothing to do with why we stand for it.

Taylor Swift Announces Four-Song Showgirl Encore — Sep 22, 2026Taylor Swift has announced The Life of a Showgirl: The Encore, a four-track deluxe edition arriving September 25 that includes the new single Patient Zero, following the original Life of a Showgirl release; the project is framed as gratitude and expansion of the acclaimed album, with Swift teasing the four added songs across social posts and interviews.

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Pearl Jam Plays with Abe Laboriel Jr. at Ohana Festival — Sep 28, 2026Pearl Jam closed Ohana Festival with guest guitarist Billy Strings, who joined Eddie Vedder and the band for Pearl Jam and Neil Young songs. The festival also featured Abe Laboriel Jr., Paul McCartney’s longtime drummer, sitting in after Matt Cameron’s 2025 departure; the band has not confirmed whether Laboriel is a permanent replacement.

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IJRLetter To Biden Called Dad Arrested After Speaking Out About Daughter’s Rape Potential ‘Terrorist,’ DOJ Report SaysLibby Bandelin · 4 min · 1h

Five Classic Hits Rank Among Music’s Greatest — Sep 20, 2026The articles trace the enduring impact of classic songs from the 1950s to the 1970s, including Johnny Cash’s I Walk the Line and Folsom Prison Blues, the Grapevine covers that helped Motown become a powerhouse, and enduring 1960s country hits as well as Earth, Wind & Fire’s September that remains a staple on modern playlists. They highlight how backstage creation, landmark live performances, and influential covers have shaped artists’ careers and solidified these songs as cultural touchstones across generations.

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The Four-Letter Type TestQuizie — QuizThe classic sixteen-types test — twenty questions, four axes, your letters computed for real, and an AI portrait written for your exact mix.

Jury Reaches Verdict in Caleb Flynn Murder Trial — Sep 26, 2026Caleb Flynn has pleaded not guilty to murdering his wife, Ashley, as prosecutors build a circumstantial case around his alleged affair, hostile messages and financial motive; testimony also featured an AI-generated love song he made for his affair partner. The murder weapon remains missing, which the defense says weakens the case, while prosecutors and a legal analyst argue a conviction can rest on other evidence.

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The Story of the Singing Revolution in EstoniaGood News — FROM 1987Citizens reclaim independence through song festivals

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The Story of the Trapp Family's Escape and MusicGood News — FROM 1938Austrian family flees Nazis and shares songs worldwide

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Stella Lefty Holds Country Airplay No. 1 for Second Week — Sep 25, 2026Stella Lefty’s debut single “Boston” has held No. 1 on Billboard’s Country Airplay chart for a second week, making her the first solo woman since Gretchen Wilson in 2004 to achieve a multiweek chart-topper with her debut. The song reached the summit after 22 weeks, while new chart entries include Luke Bryan and Luke Combs’ “Finders Keepers” and Kenny Chesney’s “Remember Me That Way.”

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Daily Caller News FoundationAI Just Got A Green Light To Prescribe Drugs — At Least In One StateOne state just let artificial intelligence step into a role long reserved for doctors.1h

Dolly Parton's Final Recording to Close U2 Album — Sep 23, 2026U2 has announced Carnaval de Luz as the title of their new album, described as a prequel to recent EPs with the band planning a fourth-quarter release to mark their 50th anniversary; the album follows the release of the single Silencio and earlier EPs Days of Ash and Easter Lily, and would be their first original material since 2017's Songs of Experience.

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Five Classic Hits Endure Across Six Decades — Sep 24, 2026Retrospectives revisit enduring pop hits including the Association’s chart-topping “Cherish,” the Box Tops’ “The Letter,” Stealers Wheel’s “Stuck in the Middle with You,” and Joe Cocker’s celebrated version of “You Are So Beautiful.” They also trace the Beatles’ “Something” from George Harrison’s uncertain demo to a beloved song on Abbey Road, highlighting the varied stories and lasting appeal behind classic recordings.

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North Korean Anthem Played at Asian Games Hockey Match — Sep 18, 2026Organizers played North Korea's anthem by mistake before South Korea's Sept. 18, 2026 Asian Games hockey match; the announcer said "we played a different song" and South Korea won 5-0.

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Priya Raman South Korea handled the win well despite the glitches, but Bangladesh deserved proper respect too.

Fanny Crosby Trusts Christ at the RevivalGood News — FROM 1850Blind hymn writer Fanny Crosby responds to an altar call and begins composing thousands of gospel songs.

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Roundabout and Alfie Still Reach New Listeners 50 Years Later — Sep 11, 2026Across decades, enduring songs connect moments to memories: Yes’s Roundabout from Fragile became a perennial gateway for new listeners, Cilla Black’s Alfie cross-pollinated UK and U.S. charts, and Celine Dion’s return performance highlighted the staying power of All by Myself despite health battles; Neil Diamond’s Sunday and Me marked a breakthrough in his songwriting with Jay and the Americans, while Five for Fighting’s John Ondrasik reflects on how Tuesday preserves the meaning of 9/11. These pieces illustrate how songs outlive their original moments, shaping cultural memory and personal narratives for generations to come.

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IJRDOJ Reveals How Biden Admin Silenced Parents From Speaking Out About Atrocities Happening In SchoolsLibby Bandelin · 3 min · 2h