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9/11 Mastermind to Face Military Trial in 2028 — 4dA U.S. federal judge postponed Abu Agila Mas’ud Kheir Al-Marimi’s trial for the 1988 Pan Am Flight 103 bombing after prosecutors disclosed new evidence the defense seeks to examine, scheduling a Sept. 1 hearing to discuss the case’s status. The bombing, which killed 270 people and involved Libyan leadership alleged to have directed the attack, marks the first U.S. trial in connection with the Lockerbie disaster and underscores the ongoing complexity and significance of the nearly 40-year-old investigation.

NFL Eliminates Pro Bowl Game, Honors 88 Players — 2dThe NFL is ending the Pro Bowl, replacing the game with an 88-player honorary designation and an in-person celebration in Los Angeles, after years of waning interest and a prior shift from tackle to flag football. The move emphasizes honoring the season’s best players without a competitive all-star game, with no alternates recognized in the future.

Jordan-owned Ferrari 550 Maranello Auction; 849 Testarossa — 3dFerrari continues to balance bold design and extreme power, highlighting the 849 Testarossa Spider as a sharp, modern open-top variant alongside the more angular SF90 lineage, while the 296 arrives in Canada as a 2-seat plug-in hybrid with 818–869 hp. Meanwhile, a low-mileage 2018 488 Spider remains highly desirable, with market values typically around $250,000–$300,000 and strong recent service history boosting its appeal.

Air Force Major Charged Over Trump Criticism — 4dMaj. Jason Watson, a U.S. Air Force major who was arrested during a Capitol protest and after a CNN interview, has been formally charged under the Uniform Code of Military Justice with three Article 88 contempt-and remarks about President Trump, five Article 92 disobeying orders, and two Article 133 conduct unbecoming of an officer. The case could lead to years in prison, discharge, or loss of benefits if referred to a general court-martial, though the Air Force says he is presumed innocent and the Air Force District of Washington will handle the proceedings.

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

Germany Ifo Business Climate Rises to 88.8 — 3dGermany's IFO Business Climate Index rose to 88.8 in August, beating expectations and marking a fourth consecutive monthly gain. Both the current conditions and the expectations components improved, reinforcing views of a gradual stabilization in Germany's economy.

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

Sir Billy Boston dies aged 92 — 3dRugby league icon Sir Billy Boston, a Welsh trailblazer who became the first non-white player to represent Great Britain on a Lions tour in 1954, has died at 92. He scored 478 tries in 488 appearances for Wigan, earned a knighthood in 2025, and was lauded by the Welsh Rugby Union amid tributes planned at upcoming matches after the passing of his wife, Lady Joan, just days earlier.

C.J. Uzomah retires after 10 NFL seasons — 4dC.J. Uzomah has retired after a 10-year NFL career, spending seven seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals who drafted him in 2015, with later stints for the Jets and Eagles. He announced the retirement on social media, and his leadership and 2021-22 production helped the Bengals reach Super Bowl LVI, finishing with 113 games, 192 receptions, 1,881 yards and 16 touchdowns.

India 88-2 at lunch in Colombo, leads series — 5dIndia were 88-2 at lunch on Day 1 of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Colombo, with Yashasvi Jaiswal on 45 and KL Rahul on 18, while Devdutt Padikkal and captain Shubman Gill were 13 not out and 11 not out. Sri Lanka’s bowlers Lahiru Kumara and Asitha Fernando shared early wickets as India chased a 1-0 lead in the series.

Rich Paul confirms Peyton Watson sat out playoffs — 6dKlutch Sports CEO Rich Paul said on his Game Over podcast that he advised Peyton Watson not to return for the Nuggets in the 2026 playoffs to protect his long-term contract value, a decision that contributed to Watson missing the postseason. Watson subsequently moved to the Cleveland Cavaliers in a multi-team sign-and-trade and signed a four-year, $88 million contract as he becomes a key piece for Cleveland after Denver’s playoff exit.

On X · @PhilliesPhillies' Edmundo Sosa Hits Pinch-Hit Go-Ahead Grand Slam in 9th InningThe @Phillies official account posted an excited announcement of Edmundo Sosa’s go-ahead grand slam in the 9th inning, generating widespread fan celebration and highlight shares with minimal opposition.1,434 likes · 2m

Hopkins Debuts Album Life Is Dream — Aug 20, 2026Sir Anthony Hopkins, at 88, releases Life Is a Dream, his debut classical album on Decca, featuring his six decades of composed works performed by the Philharmonia Orchestra under Gustavo Dudamel and recorded at Alexandra Palace for an August 21 release. The project, connected to Bradley Cooper who helped introduce Hopkins to Dudamel, underscores music as his lifelong language alongside acting, with pieces inspired by Wales, family, and love.

Wordle Puzzle Draws Millions, Sustains Global Reach — Aug 17, 2026Wordle fans are navigating tricky puzzles, with the August 19, 2026 puzzle (#1887) revealed as GRILL, featuring a hidden double L and a G–L structure, tied to clues about a cooking grate and heavy questioning. In parallel, guides and Wordle Bot analyses dissect recent 1886–1887 challenges, offering hints, spoilers, and solutions for readers.

VS BattleMadonna vs Lady GagaThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.Madonna vs Lady Gaga · 152 votes — pick a side

Portland Fire Spoil Taurasi Ring Night 88-85 Phoenix — Aug 17, 2026Carla Leite scored 23 points to lift the Portland Fire to an 88-85 road win over Phoenix, sealing it with a late 6-0 run. The game also marked ceremonies retiring Diana Taurasi’s No. 3 jersey, honoring the Mercury icon during the event.

China's refined fuel exports rebound toward pre-war levels — Aug 18, 2026China's refined fuel exports rose in July to about 4.65 million tonnes, up 6.7% from June but still 12.9% below a year earlier as Beijing continued easing export restrictions after disruptions from the Iran war. Diesel shipments jumped 88% to 810,000 tonnes, petrol and jet fuel exports climbed as authorities signal exports could surpass pre-war levels with August quotas, indicating a gradual restoration of overseas supply.

Storm end 11-game skid with 97-88 over Sky — Aug 11, 2026Dominique Malonga notched a 26-point, 10-rebound double-double and Natisha Hiedeman added 18 points and nine assists as the Seattle Storm snapped an 11-game skid with a 97-88 win over the Chicago Sky. DiJonai Carrington scored a career-high 26 for Chicago off the bench, while Zia Cooke provided 16 off the bench as Seattle built and held a lead most of the game.

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.12h · 1 reads

Ohio State Fair Unveils New Children's Carousel — Jul 25, 2026The Ohio State Fair unveiled a new Ohio Children’s Carousel at the Columbus fairgrounds, designed by Governor Mike DeWine and First Lady Fran DeWine to honor Ohio’s heritage with 88 counties and 12 historical boards, and it will cost $3 per ride with a public opening on July 29 as part of ongoing Expo 2050 improvements. The project, highlighted by state leaders and fair officials, positions the carousel as a centerpiece for family gatherings and a symbol of Ohio’s history and educational storytelling during the fair’s ongoing modernization.

QuizMovie night: the classics testFifteen questions every movie lover should ace. The AI grades your film literacy and assigns your seat in the theater.4 min · today's quiz

FDIG Short Interest Surges 54,816% in July — Jul 24, 2026Several ETFs and stocks saw dramatic July increases in short interest, signaling rising bearish bets on these names. Notably, GIAX surged to 138,603 shares with about 2% short, FDIG jumped to 53,818 shares, SFRGY rose to 582 shares, and GLFGF increased to 10,388 shares, reflecting broad spikes in short positions across these issuers.

Ford recalls 565,691 Broncos for wiring-harness fire riskAuto — Jul 21, 2026Ford is contending with multiple recalls spanning hundreds of thousands of vehicles, including a 565,691-unit U.S. recall for engine wiring harnesses and a separate 388,000-vehicle recall tied to second-row seat issues, underscoring ongoing safety and cost pressures for the automaker. At the same time, Ford’s stock has seen mixed moves and rising investor scrutiny, even as the company pushes workforce training alliances to bolster skilled-trades pipelines and support its EV ambitions.

WUT's four-crane deal with HD Hyundai Samho reported — Jul 26, 2026Washington United Terminals in Tacoma awarded HD Hyundai Samho a turnkey contract to replace two aging ship-to-shore cranes and install two new yard cranes, with delivery by 2028, boosting capacity from 590,000 TEU to 880,000 TEU to handle larger vessels. The project, linked to Korea-U.S. MASGA port-crane cooperation, will showcase high-grade steel from POSCO and reflects HMM’s broader strategy to diversify and upgrade U.S. port infrastructure.

Texas Capital Bancshares Q2 2026 earnings riseFinance — Jul 23, 2026Texas Capital Bancshares posted strong Q2 2026 results with net income $84.9 million and diluted EPS $1.83, as record fee income and higher lending drove revenue to about $335.5 million and adjusted EPS to $1.88. The bank highlighted a 39% rise in non-interest income, a modest net interest margin headwind from asset mix, ongoing deposit growth and a dividend of $0.3594 per share, while noting elevated criticized loans and higher loss provisions.

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

Secret Service agent on leave over Vance leaks; charges — Jul 23, 2026{"summary":"A Secret Service agent protecting Vice President JD Vance is on administrative leave and under internal review for allegedly leaking details of the VP's travel used in an MS NOW report, with officials identifying a possible leaker. The investigation, led by the Secret Service's internal affairs division, has drawn anger from the White House, FBI and Secret Service over operational security disclosures, and the reporting described travel plans including a canceled Marine Corps helicopter trip.", "summary_sources":["https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/39845168/jd-vance-secret-service-agent-sidelined-leaking-family-travels/","https://www.europesays.com/people/162688/","https://www.ynetnews.com/article/syz2fxyhmg","https://www.jewishrhody.com/stories/report-secret-service-agent-suspended-over-suspected-leak,166028","https://peopledaily.digital/news/secret-service-agent-on-us-vp-vances-detail-suspected-of-leaking-information-put-on-leave"]}

First Trust Grows Baker Hughes Stake 4% — Jul 22, 2026First Trust Advisors LP actively adjusted its holdings across multiple blue-chip names in Q1, boosting stakes in Baker Hughes, United Parcel Service, Analog Devices, and Chevron while trimming eBay by about 28.6%. The moves reflect a broad portfolio tilt toward energy and industrials with notable new or enlarged positions and a sizable Chevron stake valued around $885 million.

George Michael: Faith Tour Film Plans 2026 Release — Jul 23, 2026Universal Pictures Content Group and Bleecker Street's Crosswalk have acquired international and North American rights to George Michael: The Faith Tour, a late-2026 theatrical release featuring unseen 1988 Paris footage, with IMAX previews planned in the US and an opening Mary McCartney short. Directed by Andy Morahan and David Austin, the archival 14-camera 35mm material is paired with an accompanying 18-track live album from George Michael's catalog, produced with Mercury Studios.

IYT Establishes Key Pivot Points; Bullish Break Above 88.88 PossibleBusiness — Jul 23, 2026Traders watching the iShares Transportation Average (IYT) identified key pivot points to gauge momentum, while South Africa’s inflation surge and fuel costs are pressuring transport and logistics equities. US railcar fleet data shows UP and BNSF leading in several car types, India’s newly completed dedicated freight corridors promise faster freight and potential GDP gains, and travel stocks like Booking Holdings, Travelers Companies, and Expedia Group are highlighted as beneficiaries of travel demand and related volatility.

Asian Stocks Rise on AI Rally, Oil GainsFinance — Jul 21, 2026Asian stock markets rose as mediation talks between the U.S. and Iran eased oil pressures, with investors awaiting major AI-focused earnings to gauge the rally’s durability. Gains were led by Japan, South Korea, and other Asia-Pacific markets as oil prices retreated to about $88.88 a barrel amid broader geopolitical uncertainties.

On X · @TheParadiseOfflFans hype #Yeshanagula mass track from Nani’s ‘The Paradise’ as promo video trendsThe official @TheParadiseOffl account posted a high-energy video clip hyping “Dishti anthaaa povaleeeeee” and “Naatu masssss #Yeshanagula madness,” promoting the second single from the upcoming Nani–Srikanth Odela film. It is trending due to strong fan engagement, excitement around the song’s launch, dance hook-step vibes, and the film’s building mass appeal. Mostly one-sided positive-neutral reaction with enthusiastic fan support and promotion; no genuine split visible.2,666 likes · 3m