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Trump Says Deportation Policy May Have Hurt Republicans in Midterms — 1dPresident Trump said his immigration enforcement policies may have been too tough, acknowledging that deportations of undocumented immigrants—including people with jobs and long-standing ties to the country—may have hurt Republicans in the midterm elections. He also expressed interest in working with Democrats on immigration, while appointing hardliner Stephen Miller as chief of staff signaled no clear retreat from the crackdown.

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Priya Raman Appointing Miller while talking about compromise with Democrats just shows the hardline approach is still in charge.

Trump Stands by Hegseth as Democrats Plan Iran War Probes — 4dPresident Donald Trump is standing behind Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth despite mounting pressure over the Iran war and Republican losses in Tuesday's midterm elections.

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Warriors Make NBA History With Eight Straight WinsSports — 1dHouston beat Denver 110-100, despite strong performances from Nikola Jokić and Jamal Murray. The Rockets have opened the season strongly, with wins over several top teams, though their standing in a deep Western Conference leaves room to improve.

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Iowa Kansas and California Senate races stand out as key contests3 sources — Nov 3, 2026

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Dana Whitfield Iowa's contest looks like the real toss-up that could decide the majority.

“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.” — 1 Corinthians 16:13, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011Community — 3dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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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.

“Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong.” — 1 Corinthians 16:13, New International Version Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011Community — 3dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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LIV Golf shifts to liquidation after private funding bid collapses — 4dBC Partners drops its $300 million bid and LIV winds down in bankruptcy, after more than $5 billion in sovereign funding failed to build a market that could stand on its own.

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Longstanding Hot Dog Shops Draw Loyal Crowds Across USLifestyle — 1dFamily-owned and long-running hot dog stands across the country draw loyal customers with signature chili, coney and Sonoran-style dogs, simple menus and traditions passed down through generations. From Tucson to Maryland, Ohio, Nevada and Roanoke, these neighborhood spots remain popular local staples.

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“Courage is contagious. When a brave man takes a stand, the spines of others are often stiffened.” — Billy Graham, Evangelist, 1918–2018Community — 6dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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“Courage is contagious. When a brave man takes a stand, the spines of others are often stiffened.” — Billy Graham, Evangelist, 1918–2018Community — 6dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Hamburg defeat Gladbach, climb Bundesliga standings — 4dHamburger SV beat Borussia Mönchengladbach 3-1, with Miro Muheim opening the scoring before Shafiq Nandja and Albert Grønbæk struck after halftime. Gladbach’s task worsened when Ko Itakura was sent off, leaving the struggling visitors at the bottom of the Bundesliga table.

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Derek Foss Gladbach look lost at the bottom and need to cut out those mistakes if they want any chance of moving up.

Jim Carrey vs Adam SandlerYourlist — VS BattleRubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.

Federal Forests Schedule Christmas Tree Permit SalesEnvironment — 3dFederal land agencies are opening Christmas tree permit sales across Nevada, Colorado, Idaho and Utah, with purchase dates, prices, cutting periods and eligible areas varying by forest or district. Officials say cutting trees in designated areas can help thin crowded stands and improve forest health.

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Nolan rallies to third-round TKO of Moicano after referee stand-up — Nov 1, 2026Tom Nolan rallied from Renato Moicano’s early grappling control to stop the Brazilian with ground-and-pound in the third round of UFC Vegas 123, earning the biggest win of his career. The result was clouded by criticism of referee Dan Miragliotta’s second-round stand-up, which interrupted Moicano’s back control and shifted the fight’s momentum.

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Jared Kim Moicano looked strong early but faded once the fight stayed standing.

Comedy Listings Feature Live Acts, YouTube SitcomEntertainment — 5dComedy coverage spans Jamie Lissow’s stand-up career, Joz Norris’s newly released sitcom pilot, and upcoming live performances by Jeff Dye at Penn State York and Willie Barcena in Flagstaff. Barcena’s show will also support a local food drive.

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DeSantis addresses midterm results at Capitol — 6dAfter Florida Republicans narrowly avoided the Democratic gains seen elsewhere in the 2026 midterms, Gov. Ron DeSantis’s political standing appeared to improve. He addressed the election results and his administration’s priorities at a news conference as Republican Byron Donalds was elected Florida’s next governor.

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Introvert, extrovert, or secret third thing?Quizie — QuizThe internet's favorite binary is a lie. Twelve questions and the AI names your actual social battery type.

Automakers Launch November Car Lease DealsAuto — 5dNovember lease offers show mixed value: Toyota’s Tacoma deal improves slightly with a longer term, while the Camry lease has become more expensive than October’s. Hyundai’s Tucson lineup adds hybrid and plug-in options, with the plug-in standing out, and Honda’s 2026 Civic leases are generally cheaper than equivalent 2027 offers.

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WVU, Marshall Share Sun Belt Soccer TitleSports — 6dWest Virginia beat James Madison 2-0 to finish atop the Sun Belt men’s soccer standings, sharing the regular-season championship with Marshall, which also won Tuesday. WVU earned the tournament’s No. 1 seed and home-field advantage, with Marshall seeded second.

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Dana Whitfield Marshall earning a share of the title after their own win shows the Sun Belt race stayed tight right to the end.

97 Million Workers Face Prolonged-Standing StrainHealth — Oct 23, 2026NIOSH estimates 97 million working adults have jobs with frequent standing or walking; waiters averaged 98.6% of the 2025 workday on their feet.

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Derek Foss Nurses and factory workers deal with this daily yet nothing changes until the back and foot problems pile up later in life.

US Scraps G20 Photo Over Lavrov Presence — Oct 30, 2026Rubio scrapped the G20 group photo in Atlanta after Europeans refused to stand with Lavrov. Ex-ambassador Ian Kelly called the invite "politically boneheaded."

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Marcus Bell Canceling the photo over one Russian official feels like empty posturing that won't change anything on the ground.

Assailant Shot By Would-Be Victim; Cops Cite Stand Your Ground Law — Oct 29, 2026Police in Tallahassee, Florida, said a man taken to the hospital was the aggressor in a Sunday altercation that ended with a gunshot.

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Five States’ Stores Showcase Vast Furniture CollectionsLifestyle — Nov 3, 2026Features highlight distinctive furniture-shopping destinations across the U.S., from enormous showrooms and outlets in Florida, New Jersey and Oregon to an elaborate antiques store in Massachusetts. Vermont’s Godnick’s Furniture stands out for a different reason: its century-long history and ability to adapt as a family-owned business.

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Youngstown State Ranked Fifth in FCS Playoff PollSports — 6dYoungstown State football is ranked No. 5 in the latest FCS playoff committee standings after a comeback win over North Dakota, keeping the 7-2 Penguins in contention for a top-eight seed. Three YSU women’s soccer players also earned All-Horizon League honors, with junior Makkas named to the first team and seniors Bultel and Felder selected for the second team.

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Anthropic IPO stands alone as AI market jitters sideline others1 source — Oct 22, 2026

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Sam Okafor This IPO timing shows the sector is splitting between a few leaders and everyone else.

Judge weighs Stand Your Ground immunity in Columbia graduation shootingWorld — Oct 27, 2026Tonie Wilson is seeking immunity under South Carolina’s Stand Your Ground law in the 2024 fatal shooting of 16-year-old Julian Keel, an innocent bystander at a graduation party. Wilson says he fired back in self-defense after threats and gunfire; prosecutors dispute his account and question why he was armed and did not leave, leaving a judge to decide whether the case proceeds.

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