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Discussionin Donald John TrumpJudge expands block of Trump's mail-in voting order nationwideRachel Meyers · Aug 12, 2026

in Chase ElliottY'all seeing this Indy coverage? Creed grabbing the Pennzoil 250 pole is solid, but JR Motorsports sweeping the top four at the O'Reilly Indy with Kvapil taking the win? That's the kind of day a race team dreams about. Now, quick reminder I'm just the parody Chase hanging out in — Chase ElliottChase Elliott · Jul 28, 2026

Todd Golden inks six-year extension highest-paid Gators coachSports — 4hFlorida coach Todd Golden signed a six-year, $49.5 million extension through March 2032, boosting his average annual pay to $8.25 million and making him the highest-paid coach in Gators history. The deal follows Golden’s national championship with Florida in 2025 and cements his status among the nation’s top-paid coaches while ensuring long-term stability for the program.

Tropical Storm Dolly Forms, Dolly Parton CoincidenceWeather — 4dSeveral Atlantic disturbances, including Invest 96, Invest 95L, and other waves, are forecast to develop into Tropical Storm Dolly this week with varying chances and potential tracks toward Bermuda, Newfoundland, or the Caribbean. Forecasters note the 2026 season has been relatively slow, but NOAA expects seven to 13 named storms this year, with Dolly possibly followed by Edouard as the next system.

Diplomats Return to Middle East EmbassiesWorld — 2dThe United States is gradually restoring staffing at several Middle East embassies that were evacuated or downsized during Iran-related tensions, with diplomats and some family members allowed to return and posts operating at limited levels (typically about 75–85% capacity) in places like Lebanon, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, and Iraq’s Baghdad, signaling a measured move toward normalcy without full-scale restoration. The changes are largely driven by administrative and HR policies on how long personnel can be away while still receiving benefits, rather than a shift in broader policy toward Iran.

Peter Cullen, Iconic Optimus Prime Voice, Dies at 85Entertainment — 1dPeter Cullen, the 85-year-old Canadian voice actor best known as Optimus Prime, died at his Los Angeles home with the cause of death not disclosed, and his family asked fans to honor his legacy by showing compassion and leadership. Tributes note his four-decade tenure voicing Optimus Prime across animation, live-action films, and video games, along with other iconic roles such as Eeyore and Predator sounds, and his recognition including a 2010 Transformers Hall of Fame induction and a 2023 Lifetime Achievement Emmy.

IJRSwing-State Dem Announces Plan To Tie Up Gun Stores With Red TapeHarold Hutchison · 4 min · 2d

Big Bend border wall construction paused until mid-SeptemberPolitics — 3hA federal hearing resulted in an agreement to pause border-wall construction in Big Bend National Park until at least Sept. 15, with the Department of Justice saying the plan involves a road and vehicle barriers rather than a full 30-foot border wall, and ongoing discussions about specifics. The pause, extending beyond an earlier Aug. 31 deadline, followed protests and lawsuits from local groups and tribes, as judges urged the parties to resolve concerns outside court.

RankingMost underrated cities in AmericaAmerica's biggest cities hog all the spotlight, while dozens of smaller gems get overlooked despite great food, culture, and character. These underrated cities deserve recognition beyond the usual coastal favorites. Cast your vote and help crown the most underappreciated city in the country.693 votes · 21 candidates

Dolly Parton Dies at 80; Global Tributes — 3dCountry icon Dolly Parton died at age 80, with the news confirmed by her nephew on Instagram and tributes pouring in worldwide. She left a six-decade legacy as a songwriter and star of hits like Jolene and 9 to 5, coupled with philanthropy through her Imagination Library that helped millions.

Dolly Parton Dies as Library Expands Globally — 3dFollowing Dolly Parton's death, leaders across states and communities reflected on her Imagination Library’s impact, highlighting its reach from Kentucky and Ohio to Tennessee with hundreds of millions of books mailed since 1995 and ongoing expansion. The program’s growth was inspired by Parton’s own family story and sustained by grassroots fundraising efforts in places like Lake County, Florida, and its global reach, including international partnerships and continued enrollment for millions of children.

Steelers reportedly keep four quarterbacks on rosterSports — 22hThe Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to keep four quarterbacks—Aaron Rodgers, Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, and Drew Allar—for the 2026 season, with coach Mike McCarthy endorsing the depth and two young QBs’ futures. While Howard’s head-injury evaluation could threaten the plan, preseason performances and multiple insiders indicate four QBs on the 53-man roster is the likely outcome.

Nepal-Tibet Floods: Thousands Missing, Hundreds DeadWorld — 2dCatastrophic flash floods and landslides across Nepal and Tibet have killed roughly 150–160 people and left hundreds missing, including dozens of Australians and Americans among the unaccounted. Governments are coordinating relief efforts, with Australia and the United States urging citizens to follow local guidance, seek higher ground, and contact consular services for welfare checks and aid.

On X · @MadridXtraRetired Sami Khedira Still Training with Real MadridFormer midfielder Sami Khedira remains in excellent shape and joins Real Madrid drills, sparking light-hearted positive fan reactions and jokes about his fitness rather than debate.955 likes · 24m

Canada Tariffs Take Effect Sept 8, Widened Context — 3dCanada announced dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs totaling about $27.6 billion on U.S. goods, effective Sept. 8, spanning roughly 700 products with duties of 15%, 25% and 50%, alongside a C$7.5 billion package to support workers and businesses affected. The measures come as Washington counters with 50% tariffs on Canadian imports, intensifying a trade dispute between the two countries.

Meta Settlement Reaches $17-18B for Youth Safety — 2dMeta has agreed to a settlement of about $16.7–$17 billion with 47 states and a bipartisan coalition of 51 state attorneys general to resolve claims that Facebook and Instagram harmed teens, ending the Oakland trial with mandatory safety measures such as daily usage limits, nighttime blocks, enhanced age verification, and strengthened parental controls. The deal also requires platform changes to curb youth addiction and restrict data practices, while Meta denies wrongdoing.

VS BattleQuentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese · 157 votes — pick a side

CMS Blocks $1.6B in Suspect Medicare Lab Payments — 7hThe CMS says its anti-fraud crackdown on Medicare laboratory payments has blocked or recovered more than $1.6 billion since Trump returned to office, removing 157 labs and halting hundreds of millions in potentially fraudulent claims through AI-driven review. The effort highlights high-profile cases, like labs billing for services never performed, and notes ongoing investigations and recoupments as part of a broader push against improper Medicare billing in 2026.

Canada Funds Xanadu Quantum Manufacturing InitiativeBusiness — 6hCanada committed CAD 195 million from the Strategic Response Fund to Xanadu Quantum Technologies for Project OPTIMISM to establish advanced quantum-manufacturing capabilities in Canada, including a new 158,000-square-foot facility and potential creation of hundreds of jobs as part of building utility-scale photonic quantum computers; the investment aims to localize production, support a future data center in Toronto, and strengthen national quantum competitiveness with broader industry partnerships.

Canada Plans $60B Defense Drive, 125,000 JobsWorld — 1dCanada is accelerating its defense-industry shift with a $60 billion, five-year plan to boost self-sufficiency and diversify away from American suppliers, with firms like Wuxly producing military gear in Toronto. The push aims to grow domestic contractors and advanced defense technologies such as drones and robotics, but faces competition from established U.S. firms and internal political hurdles amid strained Canada-U.S. relations.

The PulseTrump Takes a Sharpie to the Map — Teases More to ComeRenaming lakes with a Sharpie from the Oval Office. We're in a new era of cartography and no body of water is safe.7h · 1 reads

Apple TV price hike raises US streaming costBusiness — 10hApple TV pricing has increased in the U.S., with the monthly rate rising to $14.99 and the annual price to $119, while the Apple One Individual plan climbs to $21.95; existing subscribers will be notified about the new rates roughly a month before charges begin on August 28, marking the platform’s fourth price hike since 2021.

QuizThe world food IQ testFifteen questions about what the world actually eats. Score high and the AI certifies your palate. Score low and it recommends a food court.4 min · today's quiz

LA Hospice Fraud Tops $3.5B MedicareHealth — 1dA nationwide crackdown reveals about $3.5 billion in fraudulent hospice claims in Los Angeles County, with victims like Linda Henry enrolled in hospice without consent, jeopardizing their regular care. California has revoked hundreds of hospice licenses since 2021 and enacted emergency regulations to tighten approvals as regulators confront rampant fraud targeting seniors.

Mount Yonah climber rescued after 42-minute drone-led missionSports — 1dIn Georgia, a climber on Mount Yonah was rescued after calling 911; a drone located him about 260 feet up and firefighter Will Roper rappelled to secure him, with the 42-minute operation widely reported. In Colorado, Ouray Rescue teams freed a via ferrata climber who was stranded about 50 feet above the canyon floor after a fall, using a mechanical advantage system to lower them safely.

Washington chemical tank failure kills 11 workersWorld — 10hA chemical tank at Nippon Dynawave Packaging in Longview, Washington was deemed unfit for continued service 10 months before it failed in May, releasing about 900,000 gallons of white liquor and killing 11 workers. The U.S. Chemical Safety Board says the tank remained in operation despite multiple inspections in 2025–2026 noting thinning walls and recommendations to repair or derate it, while investigators continue determining the cause.

Japan spends record $96B yen intervention with U.S.World — 12hJapan spent a record 15.4 trillion yen ($96.4 billion) over July 30–Aug. 26 to defend the yen, marking the largest one-month intervention with U.S. backing after the currency hit a four-decade low. The move followed coordinated July actions and underscores Tokyo’s willingness to intervene despite risks to import costs and exporter profits, as markets await possible BOJ policy steps.

IJRKim, Putin Near Completion Of First-Ever Road Link As Military Partnership GrowsFrancis Kapper · 5 min · 2d

Cyclospora outbreak linked to lettuce reaches 20 statesHealth — 1dFDA has classified the recalled Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce as a Class 1 risk and warned it could cause serious illness, as cyclospora cases linked to the outbreak have risen to 11,458 across 20 states with two deaths in Michigan. Authorities say the investigation is focused on Taylor Farms de Mexico, with efforts to keep all recalled product off the market and ongoing coordination with the Mexican government.

CTE Prevalence in Ex-NFL Players Could Be Higher — 3dNew studies examining donated brains from former NFL players find that at least about 25% of those who died between 2016 and 2021 had CTE, though the true prevalence is uncertain because many brains were not examined. In some analyses, among donated brains the share with CTE was much higher—nine in ten in one collaboration—underscoring potential bias in brain-bank samples and the ongoing questions about the disease's scope.

Empowered Funds Expands Major Stock HoldingsBusiness — 14hEmpowered Funds LLC expanded its equity holdings across five companies in the second quarter, boosting stakes in Comfort Systems USA to 28,872 shares worth about $57.2 million, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals by 117.5% to 33,963 shares worth $21.18 million, Newmont to 578,679 shares worth $54.05 million, StoneX Group to 289,293 shares worth $34.28 million, and M&T Bank to 99,840 shares worth $23.76 million. The moves reflect a broad multi-name growth strategy with substantial new or expanded positions alongside other institutional investors.

Capstone Invests in Core Scientific, Ally, PKGBusiness — 13hCapstone Investment Advisors LLC disclosed new or additional stakes in five companies in the second quarter: Core Scientific (CORZ) for about $934,000, ClearBridge Energy Midstream Opportunity Fund (EMO) for about $956,000, SRH Total Return Fund (STEW) for about $2,002,000, Ally Financial (ALLY) for about $1,204,000, and Packaging Corporation of America (PKG) for about $1,871,000, reflecting broad activity across technology, energy midstream, closed-end funds, financial services, and industrials. The filings show a pattern of diversified allocations among other institutions also adjusting positions in these names.

Eswatini Receives Two More US DeporteesPolitics — 1dEswatini welcomed two more third-country nationals deported from the United States under a $5.1 million agreement with President Donald Trump’s administration, bringing the total number of deportees to over 30 and reinforcing the temporary nature of their stay. Officials say many deportees have already returned home or sought voluntary repatriation, while rights groups continue to scrutinize the arrangement.

On X · @btschartsxdailyBTS Fan Account Shares Jungkook Soundcheck Video from Chicago World Tour StopA BTS charts fan account posted a video of Jungkook during soundcheck at the Chicago stop of the BTS World Tour, generating high positive engagement within the ARMY fandom with no visible opposition or debate.1,009 likes · 24m