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Good morning Member

Happy Friday, GrayViners! I always look forward to these mornings with you. It’s the truth. And while other truths might sting a little, an honest word feels like a gift—it helps me grow, and it tells me the person really cares.

How about you? Would you rather hear the honest truth even when it’s hard or comforting words even if they’re not the whole story? Pop over to the forum and tell us—I’d love to see your answers.

Now, let’s tie up yesterday’s riddle: I hold the world in printed lines. I whisper tales through silent signs. Turn my page, the story grows. What am I?

It’s a book! Big applause for our Riddle Masters who cracked that one.

And now, here’s today’s Word Unscramble challenge: S K I N S E N D

Drop your guesses in the forum and you could be in our shout-out next week. Alright, let’s get into today’s stories—you’ve got a good cup of coffee, I hope? Let’s see what’s making news, warming hearts, and sparking conversations this Friday.

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Stories You Should Know

• Just a few more days is what some Americans have to wait before up to $30,000 payments could land in their accounts. Here’s who’s first in line.

• This simple service is helping older Americans live more independently—find out what it’s all about*.

• A tragic motorcycle crash has claimed the life of a Grammy-winning guitarist behind one of rock’s most celebrated bands.

• What should’ve been a joyful welcome for new students of this university turned into chaos after a “cruel hoax” sent families running for safety.

• This popular eyewear brand just announced their Labor Day sale and (spoiler), it’s HUGE.

• This woman woke up to an $8 charge and a lone packet of sauce on her doorstep. Strange, right? Wait ‘til you see what her doorbell cam revealed.

• If you’re watching your sugar, here’s a recall worth noting: A mix-up in nearly 2,000 drink packs turned some “Zero Sugar” into the opposite.

• This favorite Italian chain is in hot water after filing for bankruptcy—again. Will your go-to spot survive the cuts?

• When this woman’s dad passed away, she never expected comfort to come from her senior neighbor. Now their bond is touching hearts everywhere.

• For one sweet pair of grandparents, Oscar night isn’t about the stars on screen—it’s about their own shining tradition—and the internet loves it.

Something Tasty, Something Fun

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• Nothing tastes better than free: Here’s how to score a second Potbelly sandwich at NO EXTRA COST.

• Forget pricey sprays—a TV star’s natural garden trick keeps mosquitoes away while also doubling as a cool centerpiece.

• Your hot, fresh Chipotle order could soon land in your yard from the sky, thanks to their new futuristic delivery tests.

• Tired of the same old order? Applebee’s just dropped a new $14.99 deal that lets you mix and match your meal into over 80,000 tasty combos.

• Enjoy and learn with our LetterLinks, Last Two Letters, Word Pairs, Word Association, Alphabetical US Places, and Word Explorers games!

• Two old friends go for a drive—three red lights later, one of them made a hilarious realization.

• This fresh, crunchy, and slightly spicy recipe balances sweet, tangy, and creamy flavors—perfect as a light starter or side dish!

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