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in Turning Point USAHow should political leaders and media figures respond to a high-profile assassination without further inflaming partisan divisions—and is that even possible right now? — Tom GallagherTom Gallagher · Aug 19, 2026

in Nancy PelosiDo Pelosi's recent clashes with reporters and heated rhetoric toward Trump reflect a leader unafraid to speak plainly, or a sign it's time for her to step back? — Sam OkaforSam Okafor · Aug 18, 2026

in Nicholas MaduroDoes the manner of Maduro's capture—a military operation rather than legal extradition—set a precedent that concerns you, regardless of your view on his legitimacy as a leader? — Maya LindstromMaya Lindstrom · Aug 14, 2026

in Zohran MamdaniConvenient timing for the muzzle, Zohran — your lawyers stay quiet right up until the topic requires actual accountability. The ICC angle isn't a legal puzzle, it's a political tell: you're publicly urging federal action against an ally's leader while dodging the story where actu — Righty1Righty · Aug 10, 2026

PNG Parliament Debates Bougainville Independence — 1dBougainville's 2019 referendum, in which about 97.7% voted for independence, moves closer to realization as Papua New Guinea's parliament begins considering ratification, with leaders aiming for greater self-government by 2027 and full sovereignty by 2030 amid long-standing disputes over resource revenue and the legacy of a civil conflict. The process follows a 2001 peace deal that deferred independence and hinges on ongoing negotiations between Bougainville and the central government, with no immediate vote date set.

Dolly Parton Dies; Dollywood Remains Open — 1dDollywood will remain open this week following Dolly Parton's death, honoring her wish that the show must go on and carrying forward her legacy of joy, hope, and togetherness. Park leaders, Parton's family, and national figures paid tribute, noting the park will open on Wednesday and that Parton’s ethos continues to shape Dollywood, while a national gesture included flags lowered in her honor by President Donald Trump.

Dolly Parton Dies; Library Expands Globally — 1dFollowing 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.

Video — YouTubeSubscriptions: Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO)LastWeekTonight · 2M views · Aug 24, 2026

San Jose Earthquakes acquire Eduard Löwen amid trade — 5hThe San Jose Earthquakes acquired German midfielder Eduard Löwen from St. Louis CITY SC in a trade worth $425,000 in 2026 GAM plus up to $500,000 in conditional GAM, with Löwen signing a contract through 2027-28 as a Designated Player. St. Louis CITY SC noted Löwen’s 23 goals and 21 assists in 99 games and thanked him for his impact, while both clubs emphasized his MLS proven ability and leadership as San Jose pursues a playoff push.

IJRSwing-State Dem Announces Plan To Tie Up Gun Stores With Red TapeHarold Hutchison · 4 min · 6h

Big Ten approves five-year Petitti contract extension — 6hBig Ten commissioner Tony Petitti secured a five-year extension through 2033, unanimously approved to continue his leadership since 2023 amid the conference’s expansion to 18 teams and record revenue. His tenure has coincided with three consecutive CFP national championships and efforts to broaden the playoff format and media rights deals.

RankingBest AI labs of 2026Artificial intelligence is advancing at a breakneck pace, and the labs leading the charge are shaping everything from how we work to how we think about the future of technology itself. With billions in funding, fierce competition for talent, and breakthroughs announced almost weekly, the question of who's truly leading the pack has never been more consequential. Cast your vote for the AI labs you believe are pushing the boundaries the furthest in 2026.383 votes · 5 candidates

DAZN to Acquire EverPass, Expand US Footprint — 14hDAZN is acquiring EverPass Media to bolster its US expansion and rebrand the business as DAZN for Business, leveraging EverPass’s commercial distribution platform for live sports in bars, hotels and other venues. EverPass’s exclusive rights to NFL Sunday Ticket and partnerships across major leagues will become part of DAZN’s portfolio, with Alex Kaplan remaining as leader and RedBird Capital Partners, 32 Equity and TKO Group Holdings becoming minority shareholders.

HHS plans two new FDA deputy roles — 1dThe Department of Health and Human Services plans to create two new FDA deputy commissioner roles—one overseeing technology and the intersection of health and AI, and the other focused on drugs—with Jared Seehafer identified as a leading candidate for the technology post; no final decisions have been announced as the agency awaits Senate-confirmation for Heidi Overton as FDA commissioner. The moves signal a bid to reshape FDA leadership, with several acting positions still in flux.

UEFA Eases FIFA Boycott Threat Ahead of U-20 — 13hUEFA has dropped the threat to boycott FIFA competitions after assurances that the controversial FIFA Forward Enterprises plan will not proceed, clearing the way for the U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland. The move underscores ongoing tensions with FIFA president Gianni Infantino and UEFA’s demand for guarantees that such privatization attempts will not recur, with broader leadership concerns persisting.

UN Global Compact Asia-Pacific Forum Draws 200+ Leaders — 2dSri Lanka used the UNCCD conference in Mongolia to outline climate-change measures and bilateral engagements with India and Iran, signaling active regional cooperation on environmental policy. Meanwhile, Taiwan’s foreign minister is expanding Pacific ties—heading to Palau for the Pacific Islands Forum amid rising Chinese influence, and also engaging in a Manila-hosted forum on climate security—paralleling Colombo’s UN Global Compact gathering that emphasizes sustainable development and private-sector leadership in Asia-Pacific.

On X · @hsdtogethertourHarry Styles Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton with ‘I Will Always Love You’ Before ‘Sign of the Times’ at NYC ConcertThe post from fan tour-update account @hsdtogethertour reports that Harry Styles honored Dolly Parton by playing her song “I Will Always Love You” over the speakers (and reportedly saying “Dolly, we love you”) immediately before performing “Sign of the Times” during Night 1 of his Together Together tour at Madison Square Garden (#TogetherTogetherNYC). It is trending because it captures an emotional, spontaneous-feeling moment at a major show shortly after Parton’s death, resonating strongly with Styles’ fanbase (who flooded replies/quotes with crying emojis and heartfelt reactions) and drawing coverage from music outlets sharing video clips.832 likes · 2m

Exelon Plans Major Executive Leadership Shakeup — 1dExelon unveiled a broad leadership reshuffle, with COO Mike Innocenzo set to depart in 2027 and CFO transitions: Jeanne Jones becomes Executive Vice President of Finance and Strategy, Robert Kleczynski rises to CFO, and Caroline Fulginiti assumes Controller duties, alongside additional role shifts across ComEd and related finance positions. The changes accompany a reaffirmation of Exelon’s 2026 adjusted earnings guidance of $2.81–$2.91 per share and a continued emphasis on investing in grid reliability and long-term growth.

Video — YouTubeWhose idea could this be? 😭icebath · 12.6M views · Aug 25, 2026

Sam Register to Depart Warner Bros. Animation, Cartoon Network Studios Europe — 1dSam Register is leaving Warner Bros. Animation, Cartoon Network Studios and Hanna-Barbera Studios Europe after 18 years, with his departure described as a mutual non-renewal of his contract. Channing Dungey acknowledged the surprise but credited his leadership in shaping animation at WB Discovery—from Toonami and Adult Swim's rise to broader streaming collaborations—and a search for his replacement is now underway.

VS BattleAirPods Pro 3 vs Sony WF-1000XM6Apple's seamless flagship buds against Sony's audiophile-grade noise killersAirPods Pro 3 vs Sony WF-1000XM6 · 0 votes — pick a side

Oil drop steadies Wall Street as yields ease — 1dOil prices fell again, easing inflation fears and helping Wall Street bid up major indices as bond yields declined, with the S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq all rising and Nvidia among AI-stock leaders lifting sentiment. The broad move was supported by a drag on energy prices and bets that lower rates could sustain reflation-friendly growth.

Carter Suspension Reduced to One Game; Draft Withdrawal — 1dTennessee linebacker Arion Carter’s NCAA suspension for taking a $427 flight paid by an agent has been reduced from two games to one, meaning he will miss only the season opener versus Furman but can play against Georgia Tech in Week 2. UT officials and supporters, including coach Josh Heupel and athletics director Danny White, characterize the decision as a necessary correction to an antiquated rule in the modern NIL era, highlighting Carter’s leadership and decision to repay the cost.

Sentencing Set for Polygamous Leader Bateman in Arizona — 1dSamuel Bateman, a polygamous sect leader already serving a 50-year federal sentence for sex involving children, is set to be sentenced on separate state convictions for hauling three girls in an unventilated Flagstaff trailer; each count carries a four-to-eight-year term with the judge deciding whether to run them consecutively or concurrently. The case notes the girls, aged 11 to 14, were found with a makeshift setup in the trailer and Bateman has claimed to have more than 20 spiritual wives, linking him to the Warren Jeffs-founded group.

Daily Caller News FoundationAs Questions Pile Up, Democrat Governor Won’t Clarify Whether Patients Died From Measles Or ‘With Measles’Democratic Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro announced Tuesday the tragic deaths of two individuals with measles in Lancaster County, which is home to a large Amish population. 4h

Denmark PM blasts unsolicited plastic-surgery offer — 2dDenmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen publicly rejected an unsolicited offer from a plastic surgeon to 'fix' a spot on her nose, saying she’s happy with her body and doesn’t need a man’s opinion. She used the moment after returning from Ukraine to urge focus on meaningful issues and reaffirm her commitment to Ukraine and Greenland policies as a long-serving leader.

QuizCan you still pass 6th grade?Fifteen questions straight from middle school — math, science, English, civics. The AI decides if you graduate. Again.4 min · today's quiz

Apple Plans iPad mini OLED and Mac mini Refresh — 2dApple plans an OLED iPad mini release by the end of October, signaling a higher-end display and potential price increase, with rumors of a new speaker system, water resistance, and a more powerful chip. Separately, Apple is preparing a first Mac mini update in two years with M5/M6 processors amid memory-chip shortages and a leadership transition that will see Tim Cook step down on August 31, 2026 and John Ternus take over on September 1, alongside a broader late-2026 product push.

Pan Am 103 Trial Delayed Over New Evidence — 2dA 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.

Video — YouTubeMiley Cyrus & Dolly Parton Perform “Wrecking Ball” / “I Will Always Love You” | Full PerformanceCover Nation · 586K views · Aug 25, 2026

C.J. Uzomah retires after 10 NFL seasons — 2dC.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.

Finchem, Wife Donate $13 Million to Tour Charities — 2dTim Finchem and his wife Holly donate $13 million to launch a revamped PGA Tour Charities, transforming its 501(c)(3) arm into a direct platform for national campaigns around health, youth, access and service. The gift accompanies the tour’s shift toward coordinated philanthropy alongside its for-profit PGA Tour Enterprises, with leadership input from Laura Neal and players such as Lucas Glover, aiming for broader impact by 2028 and updates anticipated for 2027.

IJRKim, Putin Near Completion Of First-Ever Road Link As Military Partnership GrowsFrancis Kapper · 5 min · 6h

Kühne Dies at 89, Logistics Giant Founder — 2dKlaus-Michael Kühne, the German logistics magnate who built Kühne+Nagel into a global freight powerhouse, died at 89 in Schindellegi, Switzerland, leaving a legacy of innovation in supply chains and philanthropic contributions to education and culture. Tributes from the company and board underscore his visionary leadership and decades of service, shaping modern logistics and global trade.

US-Canada Talks Collapse, Tariffs Expanded — 6dU.S. Vice-President JD Vance criticized Canada’s Mark Carney for trying to 'out-tough' Trump in the latest trade talks and praised Conservative MP Jamil Jivani as an effective advocate, while characterizing party leader Pierre Poilievre as a negotiator with limited impact. Trump announced a last-minute three-day tariff delay as negotiations continued, with reports that the deal would lower tariffs on steel, aluminum and automobiles and that Carney urged premiers to restore American booze to shelves.

TikTok, ByteDance Pay $400 Million COPPA Settlement — 5dThe U.S. Department of Justice announced a $400 million settlement with TikTok and ByteDance over alleged COPPA violations, with $300 million due immediately and $100 million contingent on a court order related to a prior consent decree. The agreement follows TikTok’s leadership and privacy practices overhauls and includes measures to strengthen protections for younger users and a plan for a predominantly American-owned joint venture to safeguard U.S. data, potentially addressing bans.

Norris Takes Dutch GP Qualifying Pole; Russell Wins Sprint — 5dMercedes’s championship leader Kimi Antonelli topped the Dutch Grand Prix practice at Zandvoort, finishing 0.121 seconds ahead of Lando Norris with George Russell just behind and Hamilton close in the top five amid ongoing upgrades from Ferrari and McLaren. The session, held on a damp-to-drying track ahead of sprint qualifying, highlighted a tightly packed field as teams push developments to close the gap to Antonelli.

Ukrainian drone strike kills two children in Krasnodar — 3dA Ukrainian drone attack on Krasnodar killed two children and injured several others, with debris hitting a private childcare center and causing a fire at an Ozon logistics hub, illustrating Kyiv’s broader goal of targeting Russia’s civilian infrastructure and supply chains. The incident drawn international attention as European leaders reaffirm support for Ukraine and Russia warns of retaliation, underscoring the war’s expanding reach beyond front-line combat.

On X · @BravesHa-Seong Kim Delivers Walk-Off Single as Braves Edge Dodgers 6-5The official Atlanta Braves account posted a video highlight celebrating infielder Ha-Seong Kim’s pinch-hit walk-off single in the bottom of the ninth. The post is trending due to the dramatic, low-probability nature of the moment in a rivalry matchup, with strong engagement from Braves fans sharing celebration clips and memes.1,849 likes · 3m

Video — YouTubeRFK Jr. Gets InterruptedNowThis Impact · 1.1M views · Aug 23, 2026