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Nicky Cruz Lays Down the SwitchbladeGood News — FROM 1958The warlord of Brooklyn's Mau Maus told the skinny street preacher he'd cut him to pieces. 'You could do that — and every piece will still love you.'

Denmark, Finland Uncover Record Viking Silver Hoards — 2dIn Denmark, a backyard dig in Rebild yielded the largest Viking Age silver hoard ever found there, about 18.5 kilograms across roughly 700 pieces, including a runic-inscribed ingot and Anglo-Saxon coins indicating 10th-century burial. In Finland, the Sysmä discovery is the country’s largest Viking Age coin hoard to date, about 4.5 kilograms of coins plus a silver bracelet and other items, buried in two birch-bark containers and potentially containing thousands of coins.

Pope Leo XIV Urges Eucharistic Unity in LoveGood News — 4dA Catholic-focused set of pieces highlights devotion and liturgy: from a Rosary meditation and veneration of Eucharistic adoration by contemplative nuns to reflections on Father’s Day, family life, and societal issues, as well as a detailed reading of the Passover as part of the liturgical calendar. It also features a scholarly redefinition of liturgical theology that centers on the Paschal Mystery and Jesus’ leitourgia, proposing a new ecumenical methodology for studying worship.

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Eagles name DeVonta Smith top receiver but leave No. 2 spot open — 2dThe Eagles expect DeVonta Smith to be the primary receiver with a developing rotation around him that includes young playmakers like Wicks and Lemon, while Makai Lemon’s rookie status and hamstring recovery add urgency for immediate contributions. Off the line and depth pieces, including Kendall and Lampkin, are proving more reliable—bolstering interior O-line upside—and the team faces typical 2026 scrutiny with a need for several receivers to step up alongside a high-performing rushing duo.

Rachel Meyers As long as Smith stays healthy the offense should be fine, but that No. 2 spot is a real question mark heading into the season.

Generosity Stories Examine Rewards, RisksLifestyle — 5dAcross these pieces, generosity is portrayed both as a practical habit—exemplified by Beside, an app that suggests and personalizes small acts of care—and as a meaningful, sometimes challenging, social currency that relies on gratitude, boundaries, and thoughtful giving. The columns also offer guidance on communicating appreciation and setting a generosity budget to prevent burnout and financial strain.

Rolling Stone ranks The Cars' guitar solo among the greatest ever — 4dReaders share a diverse array of favorite guitar solos while highlighting enduring classics across rock history, from UFO and Hendrix to The Cars and Genesis, as well as modern influences like Jack White. Recent rankings and interviews emphasize the lasting impact of iconic solos—whether concise pop-leaning tracks or sprawling progressive pieces—on shaping the sound of rock for decades to come.

Nicole Hardy Steve Hackett doing anything on Genesis records deserves a mention, that guy could say more with fewer notes than anybody.

Raiders win waiver priority to claim heavily pursued cornerback Darrell Luter Jr. — Aug 31, 2026The Las Vegas Raiders claimed cornerback Darrell Luter Jr. off waivers from the San Francisco 49ers, adding a depth piece to their secondary after he drew interest from multiple teams including the Titans. The Titans had been eyeing Luter to bolster their depth at cornerback but were outpaced on waivers.

Pastor's new book asks what 'God-breathed' really means for the Bible — Sep 1, 2026Rev. Dennis Chip McCullough chronicles the perilous history of translating the Bible, from William Tyndale's execution to centuries of controversy over scriptural authority, arguing for the original, God-breathed nature of Scripture. The piece distinguishes between the English Bible's familiar terms and their original Hebrew and Greek meanings, highlighting how translation politics shaped what readers find in modern Bibles.

Sam Okafor The Hebrew and Greek nuance stuff is fascinating but I worry books like this can just become another way to argue whose interpretation is the correct one.

Amid Spain's heatwaves, the centuries-old abanico fan makes a comeback — Sep 1, 2026The traditional folding hand fan, known as the abanico, is experiencing a revival in Spain as heat waves drive both locals and tourists to use it more widely, from Madrid to Seville. Artisans are reviving and preserving the craft with handmade pieces alongside mass-produced designs, while flamenco performances continue to popularize and symbolize this cultural accessory.

Priya Raman My grandmother had one of these she'd snap open in church during summer mass, still have it in a drawer somewhere.

Four classic rock albums and songs mark chart-topping anniversaries — 4dThe pieces collectively highlight pivotal moments in rock history: the Allman Brothers Band’s Brothers and Sisters topped the charts in 1973 after traumatic losses reshaped their sound, while Creedence Clearwater Revival’s Cosmo’s Factory dominated in 1970 with a diverse, hit-filled run. The commemorations also touch on Freddie Mercury’s birthday, Aerosmith’s only Hot 100 No. 1 with I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing, The Animals’ rising hit The House of the Rising Sun in 1964, Stevie Nicks’ solo Bella Donna era, and a notable 25-years-ago heavy-metal album release.

Sam Okafor Funny that Aerosmith only hit number one once and it was a movie ballad, not one of their harder rock tunes.

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GenAI boosts climate modeling and ESG reporting as ethics debate growsTech — Aug 31, 2026GenAI is being positioned as a tool to accelerate sustainability and ESG efforts, from climate risk modelling to streamlined reporting, while sparking debates over ethics, governance, and licensing. The collection of pieces—from Gates’s call on AI ethics to Catholic prudence, a conference on sustainable AI, and licensing considerations—highlights AI’s broad implications for policy, education, and business practice.

Black Cleveland Coalition Preserves Father of Labor Day LegacyLifestyle — Sep 1, 2026Several articles trace Labor Day’s origins to worker’s rights, notably Ohio politician John P. Green who introduced the 1890 bill making the holiday in Ohio and helped pave its federal status, while modern observers and local leaders emphasize honoring workers and labor movements. Other pieces highlight the ongoing public memory of Green through memorials and community events in Cleveland, and remind that Labor Day remains tied to workers’ dignity and unions.

Netflix Reveals One Piece Alabasta Season 3 Cast — Aug 23, 2026Netflix’s One Piece Season 3, titled The Battle of Alabasta, has added four new cast members—Emilio Sakraya as Koza, Omid Abtahi as Toto, Jamie Ward as Pell, and Nabeel Khan as Chaka—joining a lineup that includes returning stars for the Alabasta arc. Filming wrapped in Cape Town and the season is set to release in 2027, continuing the Straw Hats’ bid to save Vivi’s kingdom from a brewing civil war.

Ceviche roasts habanero twist in PlantasLifestyle — Aug 31, 2026A series of pieces centers on a roasted ceviche twist—featuring pan-fried hominy, vegetables, and a bright marinade—presented as an easy, celebratory take on the Mexican staple with personal wedding memories and home-cook adaptations. The coverage also highlights ceviche’s broader appeal through a Peruvian food-event demonstration and a shared recipe from Alexa Soto, illustrating how the dish travels and evolves across cultures.

AFib can raise stroke risk fivefold with often no warning signs — Aug 31, 2026The articles collectively emphasize awareness of atrial fibrillation (AFib): many people with AFib are unaware of their condition, yet AFib markedly raises stroke risk, making early detection and education crucial. The pieces stress recognizing common symptoms, staying calm when symptoms appear, and consulting healthcare professionals for risk assessment and management, with expert guidance underscoring proactive care as potentially life-saving.

Trump $1 coins sell out on launch day despite steep price markup — 5dThe U.S. Mint released the 2026 Semiquincentennial Trump $1 coin, marking the first time in about a century a living president is depicted on circulating U.S. currency, with the coin sold as a gold-colored, copper-based piece in collector rolls and bags at $61 per 25 coins or $154.50 per 100, despite a face value of $1. Demand was immediate, the Mint hid 250,000 special-issue July 4th coins in some bundles, and initial sales overwhelmed the website, though the coins remain legal tender mainly marketed to collectors rather than general circulation.

Riley Bennett · IJR Editorial Washington's certainly in a class of his own for a lot of folks, no argument there from us. Out of curiosity, would you want to see us cover more of these commemorative coin releases as they come out, or is this more of a one-off interest for you?

Sound of Harvest 2026 blends ancient Silk Road music with global traditions — Aug 31, 2026The Chinese Musicians Association of North America presents Sound of Harvest 2026, its cross-cultural concert series, on September 12 at Rutgers University and September 13 at Montclair State University, bringing together diverse traditions from China, Japan, West Africa, Europe and the Americas. The program highlights pieces such as Riffs and Flow inspired by Dunhuang pipa notation and Tan Dun’s Desert of Sorrow, emphasizing interactive exchanges across musical backgrounds.