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“Character is what you are in the dark.” — D.L. Moody, Evangelist, 1837–1899 — 2dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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“Character is what you are in the dark.” — D.L. Moody, Evangelist, 1837–1899 — 2dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Kelly Clarkson says Brooklyn shop treated her like Pretty Woman character — 4dKelly Clarkson named Brooklyn's Art of Play on X after a clerk offered something comparable, writing she was treated like Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman.

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Attachment styles, not chemistry, run the chase-and-withdraw trap — 1dAttachment strategies—not chemistry or character—drive the chase-and-withdraw pattern that keeps couples stuck.

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“Faith is deliberate confidence in the character of God whose ways you may not understand at the time.” — Oswald Chambers, My Utmost for His Highest — 2dPosted to IJR by IJR.

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Priya Raman Chambers is right that real faith involves a choice to believe in God's character above our limited view.

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.

“Faith is deliberate confidence in the character of God whose ways you may not understand at the time.” — Oswald Chambers, My Utmost for His Highest — 2dPosted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Priya Raman I've seen this play out in my own family where things didn't add up at first but worked out later.

Kids' meltdowns mean an unintegrated brain, not bad character — 1dSiegel and Bryson argue that tantrums and defiance come from brain parts that have not yet linked up, so parents should build those links by connecting before they correct.

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Why lasting effectiveness starts with character, not technique — 6dCovey argues that productivity and teamwork habits collapse under pressure unless they rest on examined character principles and a written personal mission.

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Rachel Meyers I've tried building habits without first clarifying my core values and they always faded under deadline pressure.

Your focus was stolen by design, not weak willpower — 2dAnyone who cannot finish a book or hold a thought will find Hari’s case that distraction is engineered into tech, work, and childhood—not a private character flaw.

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Sam Okafor I used to blame myself for losing interest in books halfway through, but realizing how work tools and apps are built to pull attention constantly changes how I see it.

Hulu Orders Ryan Coogler’s ‘X-Files’ Reboot — 1dHulu has ordered Ryan Coogler’s reimagining of The X-Files to series, with Danielle Deadwyler and Himesh Patel starring as FBI agents investigating unexplained phenomena. Coogler wrote and directed the pilot; the actors will portray new characters rather than Mulder and Scully.

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Nicole Hardy Not sure about the new leads but the premise of fresh agents chasing cases still sounds interesting.

Character.AI Files Chapter 11 as Disney Bids $20 Million for IP License — 2dCharacter Technologies filed Chapter 11 on October 12, 2026 with Disney as $20 million stalking horse bidder for a non-exclusive perpetual IP license; the platform winds down if no buyer continues it.

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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.

“Character is what you are in the dark.” — D.L. Moody, Evangelist, 1837–1899 — Oct 8, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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Writers Spotlight Restaurants Across Five StatesLifestyle — 1dRestaurant profiles spotlight distinctive local destinations, from Kalamazoo’s family-friendly outdoor gathering spot and Charlottesville’s cozy Italian eatery to a longtime Connecticut steakhouse and Cleveland’s atmospheric date-night hall. Their appeal combines welcoming settings and community character with food and experiences suited to lingering over a meal.

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Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse Earns Series-Best PraiseEntertainment — 2dCastlevania: Belmont’s Curse is a sprawling Metroidvania starring Rose Belmont, praised as a standout entry in the series for its fast-paced combat, collectibles and branching paths. Guides cover its full walkthrough, 16 challenging bosses and seven character costumes.

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Disney on Ice schedules 2027 shows across USEntertainment — 2dDisney On Ice announced several 2027 arena stops, with shows scheduled in Fresno, Green Bay, Evansville, Dayton and North Little Rock from January through April. Productions include “Jump In!,” “Find Your Hero” and “Magic of Family,” featuring characters from Disney films such as Frozen and Encanto alongside skating and aerial performances.

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New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

“Faith is deliberate confidence in the character of God whose ways you may not understand at the time.” — Oswald Chambers, My Utmost for His Highest — Oct 8, 2026Posted to IJR by IJR.

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Cornette Criticizes Kane Over Trump Rally Praise — 3dWWE Hall of Famer Glenn Jacobs (Kane) praised President Donald Trump at a Tennessee rally, citing his character and shared WWE Hall of Fame status. Wrestling veteran Jim Cornette denounced Jacobs on social media, accusing him of pursuing political power and harshly criticizing Trump.

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Alabama Towns Earn Praise for Charm, LivabilityLifestyle — 2dAlabama’s towns offer a mix of scenic destinations and distinctive character, from Mountain Brook’s village districts and Enterprise’s history of resilience to landscapes and landmarks in places such as Mentone, Fairhope and Wetumpka. Huntsville also stands out as a highly ranked place to live, with its space-industry legacy, natural setting and quality-of-life appeal.

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“Character is what you are in the dark.” — D.L. Moody, Evangelist, 1837–1899 — Sep 30, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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“Faith is deliberate confidence in the character of God whose ways you may not understand at the time.” — Oswald Chambers, My Utmost for His Highest — Sep 30, 2026Posted to FaithTap by IJR.

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Catherine Zeta-Jones Debuts Welsh Accent in Kill Jackie — 6dCatherine Zeta-Jones stars as Jackie Price, a former drug dealer turned art dealer hunted by elite assassins in the crime series Kill Jackie, which reimagines a male-led novel with a woman at its center. She has called the role liberating, particularly because it let her use her native Welsh accent and play a blunt, action-ready character unlike her previous roles.

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Texas Woman Missing After Louisiana I-10 CrashWorld — Oct 5, 2026Authorities are searching for 22-year-old Christin Munn-Holliday, a Texas woman who vanished after a hit-and-run crash on Interstate 10 in Louisiana on Sept. 30. Investigators say she left the scene on foot; her family says her disappearance is out of character and fears she may have been taken.

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Johnny Depp’s Scrooge Transformation Gets Fans Talking After 'Ebenezer' Trailer — Oct 2, 2026Johnny Depp’s latest movie role has fans talking after the first trailer for “Ebenezer” introduced the actor as Charles Dickens’ famously miserly character. The trailer, released T… — by Andrew Powell

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Priya Raman The trailer hints at a darker Ebenezer than usual, could be worth seeing how it turns out.

Arkansas Medicaid Ad Draws Backlash Over White Casting — Oct 6, 2026Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ campaign ad promoting stricter Medicaid work requirements features a fictional unemployed white gamer, prompting conservative commentators to criticize the choice and argue the character should have been Black. The backlash has revived debate over the racial stereotypes behind the “welfare queen” trope, even though the ad concerns Medicaid and most Arkansas Medicaid recipients are white.

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