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  • Mental Illness Awareness Week

    Mental Illness Awareness Week
    2025/10/07

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    Summarized Transcript:


    Good morning, everyone. It is October 7, 2025. We’ll be praying about Mental Health today.


    The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) observes Mental Illness Awareness Week from October 5–11, this year, with the theme “Building Community: Supporting Mental Well-being Together,” emphasizing connections, advocacy, and local efforts to bolster mental health support.


    On October 10, the organization encourages participation in a global dialogue to increase awareness and push for better mental health care.


    These Key statistics highlight the crisis:

    • 1 in 5 U.S. adults experiences mental illness annually
    • 1 in 20 faces serious mental illness
    • 1 in 6 youth aged 6-17 has a mental health disorder
    • 50% of lifetime cases begin by age 14 (75% by age 24)
    • Suicide ranks as the second leading cause of death for ages 10-14.


    So let’s pray…


    Lord,


    We lift up those struggling with mental illness across our nation and world. As we reflect on the National Alliance on Mental Illness’s call to build community, we pray for Your strength to unite us in supporting the one in five adults and one in six youth facing mental health challenges, that they may find hope and healing through Your love.


    Comfort those battling serious mental illness and guide families, friends, and communities to offer meaningful support, especially for the young, where half of lifetime struggles begin by age 14.


    We know it is your will that we might all operate with a sound mind. Lord, we grieve for those lost to suicide, the second leading cause of death for our youth; Surround their loved ones with Your comfort and inspire advocates to foster care and awareness to de-escalate this crisis and partner with you to help bring your peace that surpasses understanding.

    May Your grace empower us to remove any stigma surrounding mental health. Make us more like you, as we pursue this worthy endeavor.


    Amen.


    Thank you for listening to News on Knees, a community prayer podcast by Story King Media.


    If you want to join the movement, I’m calling all believers, anyone who wants to pray for the world, their country, their region, a specific societal issue. Using something as simple as the voice memo app on your phone, record a 1–2 minute prayer and email it to:


    storykingmedia@gmail.com,


    Simply write the word ‘PRAYER’ in the subject line of the email.


    NOTE - Two Rules for Submitted Prayers:


    1. Please Keep Obvious Political Bias Out
    2. No Personal Requests. Prayers should be about societal issues that are either global, country, state, or region-specific.


    And if this show blesses you, if you believe in the work we’re doing, would you consider supporting News on Knees on Patreon? Just a few dollars a month will keep it going and growing, so we can continue flooding the world with prayer instead of panic.


    All instructions, links, and news sources will be in the show notes.


    I leave you with:


    Philippians 4:6-7


    “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.

    And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”


    Until next time…


    Sources:


    1. Pediatric Mental Health Care
    2. Mental Health Statistics
    3. Mental Illness Awareness Week
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  • Nigeria’s Christian Persecution Crisis

    Nigeria’s Christian Persecution Crisis
    2025/10/02
    Support the ShowSummarized Transcript: Good morning, everyone. It is October 2, 2025. Today I’m going to focus on what’s going in Nigeria, and I’d like to lift those Christians up in prayer. So here’s a rundown of what’s been going on:1. Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, is a hotspot for religious hostility, with more Christians killed for their faith by Islamic extremists in its northern and central regions over the past decade than in the entire Middle East. The violence targets Christian communities amid ongoing religious and ethnic tensions. The country’s volatile environment continues to challenge peace and security efforts.2. Father Mathew Eya, a Nigerian priest, was killed on September 19, 2025, while returning to his parish of St. Charles, adding to the grief of a church already suffering from frequent clergy kidnappings. His death highlights the persistent dangers faced by Christian leaders in Nigeria. The incident has deepened the community’s mourning and calls for protection.3. In June 2025, attackers armed with rifles, machetes, and fuel killed at least 160 people in Yelwata, a Christian farming village in Nigeria’s Benue state. The assault, one of the deadliest recently, targeted sleeping families in the Middle Belt, a region plagued by farmer-herder conflicts. Suspects are primarily Fulani Muslim herders or bandits, fueling global outrage. The attack underscores Nigeria’s escalating land and religious disputes.4. We also need to consider Boko Haram’s insurgency, which launched in July 2009, and continues to fuel religious violence in Nigeria, aiming to establish an Islamic state. The group’s rebellion exploits tensions between Muslim and Christian communities, particularly in the north. The conflict has caused widespread devastation, with ongoing clashes disrupting lives and communities.5. On September 5, this year, Boko Haram jihadists killed 63 people, including seven soldiers, in attacks in Darul Jamal, Borno State, Nigeria, with others reported missing. The assault reflects the group’s ongoing campaign of violence against both civilians and security forces. The incident has intensified calls for stronger measures to counter the insurgency.So let’s pray…Thank you for listening to News on Knees, a community prayer podcast by Story King Media. If you want to join the movement, I’m calling all believers, anyone who wants to pray for the world, their country, their region, a specific societal issue. Using something as simple as the voice memo app on your phone, record a 1–2 minute prayer and email it to: storykingmedia@gmail.com, Simply write the word ‘PRAYER’ in the subject line of the email. NOTE - Two Rules for Submitted Prayers:Please Keep Obvious Political Bias OutNo Personal Requests. Prayers should be about societal issues that are either global, country, state, or region-specific.And if this show blesses you, if you believe in the work we’re doing, would you consider supporting News on Knees on Patreon? Just a few dollars a month will keep it going and growing, so we can continue flooding the world with prayer instead of panic.All instructions, links, and news sources will be in the show notes.I leave you with:Philippians 4:6-7 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”Until next time…Sources: Nigerian Priest KilledGenocide of Christians in Sub Saharan AfricaHerders vs Farmers Crisis of ViolenceBoko Haram Insurgency
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  • Afghanistan Internet Blackout, Putin on Trump's Golden Dome, Mortgage Help Search Spike, Heart Risk Study, and Veteran Shootings

    Afghanistan Internet Blackout, Putin on Trump's Golden Dome, Mortgage Help Search Spike, Heart Risk Study, and Veteran Shootings
    2025/09/30
    Support the ShowTranscript: Good afternoon, everyone. It is September 30, 2025. Here are the stories we’re praying about today.1. Afghanistan is experiencing a nationwide internet and mobile blackout ordered by the Taliban on September 29, 2025, to combat "immoral activities," following weeks of fiber-optic cuts in provinces. NetBlocks reported connectivity dropping to 14% of normal levels, disrupting essential services, flights from Kabul, and contact with international news agencies. The UN urged restoration of access, warning of harm to the economy and a humanitarian crisis in the isolated nation. This marks the most extensive shutdown since the Taliban's 2021 return to power.2. Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed alarm on September 30, 2025, over U.S. President Trump's "Golden Dome" missile defense plan, which includes space-based weapons, fearing it could neutralize Russia's nuclear arsenal. The initiative, announced in May 2025, aims to create a multilayered shield against ballistic and cruise missiles. Russian state media highlighted concerns of an arms race escalation. Putin reiterated Russia's strategic systems' ability to counter such defenses.3. Google searches for "help with mortgage" reached their highest level since 2009 in August 2025, drawing attention from Sen. Elizabeth Warren, who blamed the Trump administration. NewsNation confirmed the spike via Google Trends, though the chart Warren shared peaked in 2008. Experts note this doesn't signal a housing bubble, as delinquency rates remain low at under 2%, far from 2010's 11% peak. Foreclosure filings rose 5.8% year-over-year but are minimal compared to the Great Recession.4. A recent study analyzing over 600,000 cases found that more than 99% of cardiovascular events like heart attacks and strokes are preceded by at least one detectable risk factor, such as suboptimal blood pressure or smoking. Researchers emphasized the potential for global prevention through early intervention. The findings challenge the idea of sudden cardiac incidents without warning. Similar patterns held in U.S. and Korean cohorts, with elevated blood pressure as the most common marker.5. A 40-year-old Marine veteran, Nigel Max Edge, was arrested on September 28, 2025, after allegedly firing an assault rifle at a North Carolina waterfront bar, killing three and injuring eight. Authorities described the attack as "highly premeditated," with Edge suffering from PTSD and a possible traumatic brain injury from Iraq service. He faces murder and attempted murder charges, with prosecutors considering the death penalty. The incident shattered the peaceful coastal community during a live music event.6. Thomas Jacob Sanford, a 40-year-old Marine veteran from Burton, Michigan, was killed by police on September 28, 2025, after ramming his truck into a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc Township and opening fire, killing four and injuring eight. Friends said Sanford harbored resentment toward Mormons from a past breakup with an LDS girlfriend, viewing them as "the antichrist." He served in Iraq from 2004-2008 and had a son with a rare genetic disorder. The attack, one of two Marine veteran-involved shootings that weekend, included setting the church ablaze.Thank you for listening to News on Knees, a community prayer podcast by Story King Media. If you want to join the movement, I’m calling all believers, anyone who wants to pray for the world, their country, their region, a specific societal issue. Using something as simple as the voice memo app on your phone, record a 1–2 minute prayer and email it to: storykingmedia@gmail.com, Simply write the word ‘PRAYER’ in the subject line of the email. Sources: North Carolina ShootingMormon Church ShootingGoogle Searches for Mortgage HelpEarly Detection for Heart Attacks and StrokesTrump’s Golden DomeAfghanistan Internet Shutdown
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  • A Liturgy for One Battling a Destructive Desire

    A Liturgy for One Battling a Destructive Desire
    2025/09/28

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    Happy Sunday, everyone. For today’s episode, I’ll be reading “A Liturgy for Battling a Destructive Desire,” from Every Moment Holy Volume 1, by Douglas Kaine McKelvey. Read by permission from the publisher, Rabbit Room Press.


    1. https://www.rabbitroom.com/rabbit-room-press

    2. Amazon


    I hope you all find encouragement in those words as you start your week. God bless.


    Thank you for listening to News on Knees, a community prayer podcast by Story King Media.


    If you want to join the movement, I’m calling all believers, anyone who wants to pray for the world, their country, their region, a specific societal issue. Using something as simple as the voice memo app on your phone, record a 1–2 minute prayer and email it to:


    storykingmedia@gmail.com,


    Simply write the word ‘PRAYER’ in the subject line of the email.


    NOTE - Two Rules for Submitted Prayers:


    1. Please Keep Obvious Political Bias Out
    2. No Personal Requests. Prayers should be about societal issues that are either global, country, state, or region-specific.


    And if this show blesses you, if you believe in the work we’re doing, would you consider supporting News on Knees on Patreon? Just a few dollars a month will keep it going and growing, so we can continue flooding the world with prayer instead of panic.


    All instructions, links, and news sources will be in the show notes.


    I leave you with:


    Philippians 4:6-7


    “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.

    And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”


    Until next time…
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  • Dallas ICE Shooting, TikTok Sale, Chicago Police Settlement, Comey Indictment, Gaza Deal Hopes

    Dallas ICE Shooting, TikTok Sale, Chicago Police Settlement, Comey Indictment, Gaza Deal Hopes
    2025/09/26
    Support the ShowSummarized Transcript: Good morning, everyone. It is September 26, 2025. Here are today’s stories.1. A gunman attacked a Dallas ICE facility from a nearby roof two days ago, killing one detainee and critically wounding two others in a van, before turning the gun on himself. The Department of Homeland Security described the shooting as an indiscriminate attack. Anti-ICE messaging was found on ammunition at the scene, and authorities are investigating the motive.2. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on September 24, greenlighting the sale of TikTok’s U.S. assets to a group of American investors. The move advances efforts to ensure American ownership of the platform. The deal aims to address national security concerns surrounding the Chinese-owned app.3. The Chicago City Council unanimously approved a $90 million settlement yesterday for 176 lawsuits involving 180 people wrongfully convicted, due to the misconduct of former police Sgt. Ronald Watts. Watts’ unit framed individuals for drug crimes over nearly a decade, leading to nearly 200 years of combined imprisonment. The settlement marks a resolution to one of Chicago’s worst police scandals.4. A Virginia federal grand jury indicted former FBI Director James Comey on September 25, 2025, for allegedly lying to a Senate committee in 2020 about leaking classified information. The charges follow President Trump’s calls for investigations into his political adversaries. Comey maintains his innocence, expressing confidence in the judicial system.5. President Trump announced just yesterday, that a Gaza agreement is “very close,” predicting it will free hostages and end the war, claiming it as his eighth conflict resolution. He spoke before heading to the Ryder Cup in New York. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced walkouts by dozens of delegates at the U.N. General Assembly.So let’s pray…Heavenly Father, We pray for the victims of the Dallas ICE shooting, we pray for healing for the wounded, comfort for the grieving, and wisdom for authorities to uncover truth and prevent further violence, as these last couple of weeks have been tough for our nation. Lord, as the TikTok sale moves forward, guide leaders and investors to prioritize security and fairness, using technology to unite rather than divide Your people. For those wrongfully convicted in Chicago, we thank You for the settlement bringing justice, and we ask for restoration for those who suffered and strength to rebuild trust in communities. We lift up former FBI Director James Comey and all involved in his indictment, praying for truth to prevail, fairness in judgment, and reconciliation amidst division. Lord, your Word tells us to pray for the peace of Jerusalem. For the hope of peace in Gaza, we ask for Your hand to guide negotiations, protect hostages, suffering Palestinian civilians, and bring lasting peace to a region weary of conflict. We ask all these things, in your name, JesusAmenIf you want to join the movement, I’m calling all believers, anyone who wants to pray for the world, their country, their region, a specific societal issue. Using something as simple as the voice memo app on your phone, record a 1–2 minute prayer and email it to: storykingmedia@gmail.com, Simply write the word ‘PRAYER’ in the subject line of the email. NOTE - Two Rules for Submitted Prayers:Please Keep Obvious Political Bias OutNo Personal Requests. Prayers should be about societal issues that are either global, country, state, or region-specific.And if this show blesses you, if you believe in the work we’re doing, would you consider supporting News on Knees on Patreon? Just a few dollars a month will keep it going and growing, so we can continue flooding the world with prayer instead of panic.Sources: ICE ShootingTikTok Deal$90M SettlementJames Comey IndictmentTrump’s Hope for Gaza Deal
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  • UN Telecom Threat, Costco Tuna Recall, Philippines Typhoon, and Atlantic Storms

    UN Telecom Threat, Costco Tuna Recall, Philippines Typhoon, and Atlantic Storms
    2025/09/23
    Support the ShowTranscript: Good afternoon, everyone. Today is September 23, 2025. Here are the stories we’re praying about today.1. As world leaders gathered for the U.N. General Assembly in Manhattan, the U.S. Secret Service dismantled a massive hidden telecom network with over 100,000 SIM cards across New York, capable of crippling cell towers and jamming 911 calls. The network, spanning 35 miles around the United Nations, posed a significant threat to communication and emergency response. Investigators described it as one of the most extensive communications risks uncovered on U.S. soil. No group has been publicly linked to the network, and dismantling efforts continue.2. Costco recalled 3,315 pounds of Kirkland Signature Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke sold in 33 states on September 18, 2025, due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination from green onions. The product, with item number 17193 and a sell-by date of September 22, 2025, poses risks to young children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals, though no illnesses have been reported, and Costco is notifying affected customers.3. Thousands were evacuated from northern Philippine villages, and schools and offices closed in the Philippines and Taiwan on Monday due to a powerful typhoon threatening floods and landslides. The storm, one of the year’s strongest, is headed toward southeastern China. Emergency measures are in place to protect residents in vulnerable areas.4. The National Hurricane Center is tracking Hurricane Gabrielle east of Bermuda and two tropical disturbances in the central Atlantic, with one having an 80% chance of development within seven days. The second, less organized system, located east of the Lesser Antilles, has a 50% chance of becoming a tropical depression later this week. Favorable conditions may lead to further development as it moves into the southwestern Atlantic.So let’s pray…Lord, We first thank you for the uncovering of the telecom threat in New York during the U.N. General Assembly. We pray for the safety of leaders and citizens, wisdom for investigators, and Your guidance to prevent chaos and harm. Lord, we lift up those affected by the Costco tuna recall, asking for health and protection from illness, and for diligence in ensuring safe food for all. Thank you that no illnessess have been reported thus far. For the people of the Philippines and Taiwan facing a powerful typhoon, we pray for Your shelter over evacuees, strength for rescue efforts, and provision for those at risk of floods and landslides. As Hurricane Gabrielle and potential storms loom in the Atlantic, we ask for Your calming hand over the seas, safety for communities, and wisdom for those preparing for impact. We ask all these things in your name, JesusAmenThank you for listening to News on Knees, a community prayer podcast by Story King Media. If you want to join the movement, I’m calling all believers, anyone who wants to pray for the world, their country, their region, a specific societal issue. Using something as simple as the voice memo app on your phone, record a 1–2 minute prayer and email it to: storykingmedia@gmail.com, Simply write the word ‘PRAYER’ in the subject line of the email. NOTE - Two Rules for Submitted Prayers:Please Keep Obvious Political Bias OutNo Personal Requests. Prayers should be about societal issues that are either global, country, state, or region-specific.And if this show blesses you, if you believe in the work we’re doing, would you consider supporting News on Knees on Patreon? Just a few dollars a month will keep it going and growing, so we can continue flooding the world with prayer instead of panic.Until next time…Sources: FortuneGround NewsAP NewsABC News
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  • Prayer for a Good Life by Thomas Aquinas

    Prayer for a Good Life by Thomas Aquinas
    2025/09/21

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    Transcript:


    Good evening, everyone. Happy Sunday. Hoping you’re getting ready for a blessed and productive week. Tonight I’ll be reading Prayer for a Good Life, attributed to Thomas Aquinas.


    Prayer for a Good Life


    Grant O merciful God, that I may ardently desire, carefully examine, truly know and perfectly fulfil those things that are pleasing to You and to the praise and glory of Your holy name.


    Direct my life, O my God, and grant that I might know what you would have me to do and for me to fulfil it as is necessary and profitable to my soul.


    Grant to me, O Lord my God, that I may not be found wanting in prosperity or in adversity and that I may not be lifted up by one nor cast down by the other.

    May I find joy in nothing but what leads to You and sorrow in nothing but what leads away from You.

    May I seek to please no one or fear to displease anyone, save only You.


    Grant to me, O Lord God,
    – a vigilant heart that no subtle speculation may ever lead me from You;
    – a noble heart that no unworthy affection may draw me from You;
    – an upright heart that no evil purpose may turn me from you.


    Give me a steadfast heart that no tribulation may shatter and a free heart that no violent affection may claim as its own.


    And finally, grant me O Lord my God, a mind to know you, diligence to seek you, wisdom to find you.


    Give me a way of life pleasing to You; perseverance to trust and await You in confidence that I shall embrace You at the last.


    Amen.



    Thank you for listening to News on Knees, a community prayer podcast by Story King Media.


    If you want to join the movement, I’m calling all believers, anyone who wants to pray for the world, their country, their region, a specific societal issue. Using something as simple as the voice memo app on your phone, record a 1–2 minute prayer and email it to:


    storykingmedia@gmail.com,


    Simply write the word ‘PRAYER’ in the subject line of the email.


    NOTE - Two Rules for Submitted Prayers:


    1. Please Keep Obvious Political Bias Out
    2. No Personal Requests. Prayers should be about societal issues that are either global, country, state, or region-specific.


    And if this show blesses you, if you believe in the work we’re doing, would you consider supporting News on Knees on Patreon? Just a few dollars a month will keep it going and growing, so we can continue flooding the world with prayer instead of panic.


    All instructions, links, and news sources will be in the show notes.


    I leave you with:

    Philippians 4:6-7


    “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.

    And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”


    Until next time…


    Sources:

    1. https://www.daily-prayers.org/angels-and-saints/prayers-of-saint-thomas-aquinas/

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  • Aftermath of Charlie Kirk Assassination, Decker Remains, Plane Crash, and Wildfire Smoke Deaths

    Aftermath of Charlie Kirk Assassination, Decker Remains, Plane Crash, and Wildfire Smoke Deaths
    2025/09/19
    Support the ShowTranscript: Good morning, everyone. Today is September 19, 2025. Here are the stories we’re praying about today.1. Yesterday, Turning Point USA unanimously elected Erika Kirk, widow of founder Charlie Kirk, as CEO and board chair, following his fatal shooting on September 10 at Utah Valley University. Erika pledged to continue her husband’s mission of promoting patriotism and faith, as the organization, with $85 million in 2024 revenue, operates on over 3,500 campuses. A memorial service on September 21 at Glendale’s State Farm Stadium will honor Kirk’s legacy.2. A disturbing “assassination simulator” depicting the September 10 killing of Charlie Kirk appeared on Roblox, accessible to children as young as 5, but was swiftly removed along with over 100 related user-created games. The incident sparked renewed criticism of Roblox, which has 380 million monthly users, 40% under 13, for failing to moderate violent content effectively. The platform’s content rules were cited as violated by these graphic “experiences.”3. On Thursday, late-night hosts Jon Stewart, Stephen Colbert, and Jimmy Fallon addressed ABC’s indefinite suspension of Jimmy Kimmel over comments about Charlie Kirk’s assassination. The hosts expressed solidarity with Kimmel, highlighting tensions over free speech.4. Remains believed to be Travis Decker, a 32-year-old father accused of murdering his three daughters near a Washington campground, were found in a remote wooded area, the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office reported. The discovery follows a manhunt for Decker, linked to the tragic killings, with authorities continuing their investigation.5. Songwriter Brett James, known for co-writing Carrie Underwood’s “Jesus, Take the Wheel,” is believed among three killed in a Cirrus SR22T plane crash in Franklin, North Carolina, on September 18, 2025, per the FAA. The crash, which occurred around 3 p.m., left no survivors, and investigations are underway to determine the cause.6. A Nature study estimates wildfire smoke causes over 40,000 U.S. deaths annually, with projections of up to 71,000 deaths per year by mid-century. From 2026 to 2055, total deaths could reach 1.9 million if trends continue.Thank you for listening to News on Knees, a community prayer podcast by Story King Media. If you want to join the movement, I’m calling all believers, anyone who wants to pray for the world, their country, their region, a specific societal issue. Using something as simple as the voice memo app on your phone, record a 1–2 minute prayer and email it to: storykingmedia@gmail.com, Simply write the word ‘PRAYER’ in the subject line of the email. NOTE - Two Rules for Submitted Prayers:Please Keep Obvious Political Bias OutNo Personal Requests. Prayers should be about societal issues that are either global, country, state, or region-specific.And if this show blesses you, if you believe in the work we’re doing, would you consider supporting News on Knees on Patreon? Just a few dollars a month will keep it going and growing, so we can continue flooding the world with prayer instead of panic.All instructions, links, and news sources will be in the show notes.Sources: https://ground.news/article/erika-kirk-to-lead-turning-point-usa-after-husbands-death-board-announces_0184d5 https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2025/sep/18/childrens-gaming-site-roblox-scrutiny-disturbing-kirk-assassination/ https://apnews.com/article/jimmy-kimmel-suspension-late-night-tv-8bdc5293afe231b4d7843424f196eb1e https://abcnews.go.com/US/songwriter-brett-james-3-killed-small-plane-crash/story?id=125727543 https://abcnews.go.com/US/washington-father-accused-killing-young-daughters-found/story?id=122658996 https://ground.news/article/study-wildfire-smoke-already-kills-40-000-americans-a-year-with-deaths-projected-to-top-70-000-by-2050
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