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US Envoy Returns After Nicaragua Rejects Ambassador NomineeWorld — 2hThe United States recalled its acting envoy to Washington for consultations after Nicaragua’s co-presidents rejected ambassador-designate Natasha Franceschi, escalating tensions between the two countries. Washington criticized the decision as evidence of Nicaragua’s unwillingness to engage diplomatically, while President Daniel Ortega has accused the United States of interfering in the country’s affairs.

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“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.” — Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the United States — 4dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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“I have been driven many times upon my knees by the overwhelming conviction that I had nowhere else to go.” — Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States — 4dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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“Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.” — Theodore Roosevelt, 26th President of the United States — Oct 1, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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U.S. Envoys Meet Ukrainian Officials in Miami — Oct 5, 2026Zelenskyy said Ukraine is ready for proposed technical-level talks with the United States and Russia, but Washington must prepare and Moscow must agree to participate; he and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk also agreed to meet in person and discussed protecting Ukraine’s power grid ahead of winter. Separately, Ukrainian negotiators are due in the United States for talks, with Zelenskyy urging President Trump to increase pressure on Russia.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

White House clip shows largest new US shipyard on former abandoned site — Oct 6, 2026The clip shows the largest new shipyard in the United States with President Donald J. Trump noting that less than two years ago the site was abandoned and forgotten but is no longer. The footage is circulating amid interest in domestic indu

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Trump's Rally Suit Reveals Jos. A. Bank — Oct 6, 2026Photos from President Donald Trump’s Nebraska rally showed the label of his suit as Jos. A. Bank, rather than the Brioni brand he has often worn. The revelation drew criticism because Jos. A. Bank suits are typically made overseas, contrasting with Trump’s calls to bring manufacturing back to the United States.

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BYD cites geopolitics, delays US passenger-car entry — 5dBYD executive vice president Stella Li said geopolitical uncertainty is the biggest barrier to the Chinese automaker’s global expansion, prompting it to hold off on selling passenger cars in the United States until conditions are clearer. She also highlighted BYD’s businesses beyond cars, including energy storage and solar, and said Nvidia remains a strong chip partner.

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“I have been driven many times upon my knees by the overwhelming conviction that I had nowhere else to go.” — Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States — Oct 1, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Sam Okafor My own tough times have taught me the same lesson Lincoln learned about turning to prayer.

U.S. Deports Nicaraguan Dissident, Jailed Again — Oct 5, 2026Jeffrey Jarquín, a Nicaraguan exile who said he was tortured after protesting the government, was deported from the United States and immediately jailed again at El Modelo prison, according to his family and lawyer. His asylum case had been rejected, and advocates say his return highlights the risks facing Nicaraguans deported under President Trump’s administration.

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Judge Rules Wisconsin Mosque Leader Can Be Deported Over Security Concerns — Oct 1, 2026An immigration judge has ruled that Salah Sarsour, president of the Islamic Society of Milwaukee, can be deported from the United States over national security and foreign policy c… — by Andrew Powell

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Dana Whitfield This decision risks dividing the Milwaukee Muslim community without enough public proof of any actual threat.

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.

WHO Seeks Russia Details on Reported Second CaseWorld — 6dThe WHO is pressing Russia for details about the death of a researcher at a Siberian plague institute and unverified reports of a second employee with pneumonia, urging transparent information-sharing to assess public-health risks. Russian authorities say the researcher died of pneumonia of unknown origin and deny a plague-related workplace incident; the United States has also sought information, and President Donald Trump says he plans to speak with Vladimir Putin.

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Trump Says Canada Will Apologize to End Trade War — Sep 28, 2026The U.S. trade war with Canada will end with Canada apologizing for having “treated the United States very unfairly.” That is according to President Donald Trump who was asked abo… — by Sandra Rhodes

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Chris Dalton Trump's approach here feels more like posturing than a serious way to fix tariffs with Canada.

Rubio says US will prioritize national interest over international order under Trump — Sep 23, 2026Secretary Rubio states that the United States will always act in its national interest rather than that of the international order while President Trump is in office. The clip from the Department of State is spreading due to its direct arti

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Video of President Xi arriving at White House spreads online — Sep 24, 2026The clip shows President Xi arriving at the White House for meetings with U.S. officials. It is spreading as a record of the diplomatic visit between the United States and China. @WhiteHouse

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Dana Whitfield The formal arrival makes me hopeful these meetings can address trade and security concerns directly.

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

Trump announces Mesabi Metallics steel plant in Iowa — Sep 28, 2026The video shows President Trump announcing Mesabi Metallics new mega steel plant in Iowa. The project will create thousands of jobs and billions in investment while producing high quality affordable steel in the United States. @WhiteHouse

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Chris Dalton This plant could bring real economic growth to Iowa if the jobs and investments come through as promised.

Trump remarks on Xi greeting and helipad after welcome — Sep 24, 2026The clip shows President Trump returning from welcoming President Xi to the United States and remarking on the greeting received along with the helipad. The video is spreading as a record of the diplomatic exchange. @RapidResponse47

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Marcus Bell Trump seemed impressed by Xi's greeting and noted the helipad details like it mattered for the whole visit.

Burundi Agrees to Receive US Third-Country Deportees — Sep 29, 2026Burundi has agreed to receive certain migrants deported from the United States under President Donald Trump’s third-country policy, excluding people accused of crimes or terrorism links. Details on numbers, timing and funding remain undisclosed, while rights advocates warn such transfers may bypass U.S. legal protections and expose migrants to safety risks.

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Colombia Extradites Rebel Leader to US in Security Policy Shift — Sep 25, 2026Colombia extradited Geovany Andres Rojas, known as “Spider,” to the United States to face drug-trafficking and terrorism-related charges. The move reverses former President Gustavo Petro’s use of Rojas as a peace negotiator and reflects President Abelardo de la Espriella’s tougher approach toward armed groups and closer cooperation with Washington.

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Trump Rejects Iran’s Seven-Day War Roadmap — Sep 25, 2026Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran does not want to continue the war and is open to a negotiated agreement, arguing that the United States must decide whether to end the conflict. Recent indirect talks have not produced a breakthrough, with the countries still divided over terms including Iran’s nuclear program.

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China Urges End to US Cuba Sanctions and Iran Pressure at UN — Sep 25, 2026At the U.N. General Assembly, China’s Vice President Han Zheng called for respect for Middle Eastern and Gulf countries’ sovereignty and urged the United States—without naming it—to end threats and lift its blockade and sanctions on Cuba. His remarks came amid heightened U.S.-China tensions over Iran and Cuba.

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Putin's G20 Attendance Uncertain; Russia Weighs US Invitation — Sep 24, 2026President Donald Trump’s invitation for Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend December’s G20 summit in Miami has drawn bipartisan criticism from U.S. senators, who warn it could legitimize Moscow amid its war in Ukraine and alleged support for Iran. France said the United States decides whom to invite, while the Kremlin says it is reviewing the invitation and has not decided whether Putin will attend; Moscow says any negotiations should seek a lasting peace agreement.

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UN Appoints Trump Nominee to Lead World Food Programme — Sep 16, 2026The United Nations appointed Luke Lindberg, a United States Department of Agriculture official and a nominee of current President Donald Trump, to be the next executive director of the World Food Programme, succeeding Cindy McCain. The selection elevates an American to lead the U.N.'s largest humanitarian agency amid global hunger, extreme weather, and conflict pressures that strain food aid and supply chains.

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Scott Seeks Presidents Cup Win in 12th AppearanceSports — Sep 21, 2026Australian Adam Scott, at 46, has played in every Presidents Cup since 2003 and remains a central figure for the International Team as they chase their first win, with his longevity and leadership cited by teammates and captain Geoff Ogilvy as a key source of inspiration. The team aims to capitalize on Scott’s experience and the broader veteran-to-young-player bond to finally topple the United States in a competition he has long defined by perseverance.

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