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Trump Switches Planes on NATO Trip Amid Iran Threat
Sam Okafor · Aug 12, 2026
Chase Stokes Suffers Memory Loss From On-Set Injuries
Health
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Chase Stokes has disclosed that he is dealing with short-term memory loss stemming from three on-set concussions during Outer Banks, which sometimes causes him to forget lines and dialogue. He is undergoing neuroplasticity-focused treatments such as transcranial magnetic stimulation and has reduced stunt work to prioritize his recovery.
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Iran President Admits US Sanctions Harm Economy
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian acknowledged that U.S. sanctions and a naval blockade are harming Iran’s economy, with trade down roughly 25 to 35 percent and fuel subsidies under pressure as he called for higher petrol prices, reversing days of insisting sanctions would have no effect. The statements come as Washington pursues what officials call economic asphyxiation and Iran treats the sanctions as a wartime condition affecting exports, imports, and energy supplies.
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Joe Amabile Speech 90% Restored After Brain Surgery
Health
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Bachelor in Paradise alum Joe Amabile underwent a craniotomy to remove a blueberry-sized brain tumor detected early, with doctors noting it affected areas responsible for speech, memory, and motor skills. Three weeks post-surgery he reports about 90% recovery in speech but continues daily treatment, supported by his wife Serena Pitt and public updates.
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US Targets Banque Misr UAE, Iran Sanctions Expand
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The US Treasury is intensifying sanctions on Iran by proposing to revoke the UAE-based branches of Banque Misr from US correspondent banking, after findings that the bank processed about $1.8 billion for Iranian-connected entities. The move is part of a broader campaign that also sanctions a Bank Melli Dubai executive and a Hong Kong-based trader, signaling a wider effort to cut Iran off from the global financial system.
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Swing-State Dem Announces Plan To Tie Up Gun Stores With Red Tape
Harold Hutchison · 4 min · 2d
Iranian Media Threatens Barron Trump with $10M Bounty
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Iranian state and IRGC-linked media escalated threats against Barron Trump, airing videos that track his movements and propose a $10 million bounty, signaling a sharp rise in personal attacks on the president’s family. The coverage, part of a broader pattern of IRGC-backed hostility toward the Trumps, comes as the U.S. Secret Service monitors and protects Barron amid heightened Iran-U.S. tensions.
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Ranking
Most underrated cities in America
America'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
US Plans Prize Courts to Seize Iranian Oil
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The Justice Department, with the Pentagon, is reviving prize courts—a dormant, Civil War-era maritime mechanism—to accelerate seizing Iranian oil tankers and cargo as U.S. property, with proceeds earmarked for the Treasury to offset war costs. The plan would hinge on the Southern District of Texas and other districts with port jurisdiction, but legal experts warn the untested process could face substantial challenges from ship owners, victims of terrorism, and the broader judiciary.
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FBI investigates Micro-Comm water-tech cyberattack
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US authorities are probing a data breach at Micro-Comm, a Kansas maker of water-utility technology, after Barracuda claimed access to nearly 850,000 files; the incident comes amid a broader wave of PLC-focused attacks on US water systems that some experts link to Iranian-linked campaigns. The breach highlights the ongoing cybersecurity vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure, with the FBI and CISA coordinating with Micro-Comm and noting that no passwords or remote-access data were included in the released files.
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Andreeva, Rublev Reach US Open Mixed Doubles Semifinals
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Andrey Rublev and Mirra Andreeva advanced to the US Open mixed doubles semifinals by beating Errani/Vavassori and then overcoming Shnaider/Ruud, with both players praising each other’s performances. Andreeva revealed a childhood crush on Rublev during interviews, and the duo are set to face Karolina Muchova and Jakub Mensik in the semis.
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Pakistan's Munir Visits Tehran to Revive US-Iran Talks
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Pakistan's army chief Asim Munir will lead a Pakistani delegation to Tehran to bolster bilateral cooperation and regional security, with talks expected between senior Iranian officials. The exchanges underscore Pakistan's role in mediating Iran-U.S. tensions and broader West Asia stability, including discussions with Egypt and efforts to advance diplomatic solutions amid regional tensions.
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Ariana Grande Fan Account Posts Nostalgic “Memories We’ll Never Erase” Tour Video
Official fan account @TeamAriana shared a nostalgic tour video montage, sparking mostly emotional positive responses within the Arianator community as the Eternal Sunshine era winds down. Reactions include gratitude, tears, and reluctance to see shows end, with no substantive opposition.
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Iranian rial hits record low as sanctions escalate
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Iran’s rial plummeted to a record around 2.02 million per dollar in informal markets amid ongoing conflict and sanctions, with inflation surging and the economy projected to contract by over 5%. The United States launched a sweeping sanctions campaign described as a historic financial offensive, targeting Iran’s trading partners and prompting regional shifts such as the UAE suspending trade, as Tehran resists and warns of countermeasures.
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San Diego FC thumps Colorado Rapids 3-0
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— Aug 22, 2026
San Diego FC dominated the Colorado Rapids 3-0 at Snapdragon Stadium, with Elias Achouri scoring his first San Diego goal and Gabriel Pirani adding another as new signings spark a pivotal stretch. The win extends a strong home run into a five-match, home-heavy slate that will test the club’s Western Conference playoff push, even as road form remains a concern ahead of upcoming games including LA Galaxy.
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VS Battle
Madonna vs Lady Gaga
The Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.
Madonna vs Lady Gaga · 152 votes — pick a side
Iran Urges Qatar to Transfer Detained Pilots
World
— Aug 19, 2026
Iranian officials have repeatedly urged Qatar to move detained pilots from water to land-based medical facilities, calling for ICRC-backed air ambulances and urgent medical attention as their health deteriorates. Meanwhile Qatar denies holding the pilots, the location remains unverified, and Tehran seeks transparency and adherence to international law regarding the detainees.
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Iran-U.S. Talks Stall; Oman Mediation Emerges
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— Aug 15, 2026
The 60-day US-Iran memorandum of understanding is poised to expire, testing whether diplomacy can hold as both sides trade accusations of violations while the Strait of Hormuz remains a focal point of heightened tensions and naval activity. Leadership on both sides—Trump asserting eventual US control over Hormuz and Iranian officials rejecting it—continues to drive a fragile standoff as military deployments and ongoing talks attempt to avert a return to wider conflict.
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Sarah Kim
The quiet part of this story is in the last paragraph, as usual.
Trump Threatens Oman as Hormuz Talks Stall
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— Aug 16, 2026
Iranian lawmaker Ebrahim Azizi urged President Trump to worry about his own security rather than bluffing about the Strait of Hormuz, referencing reports of Trump's secret departure from Turkey in a catering truck. The remarks come amid Iran's pressure on Hormuz, with Tehran signaling the strait would reopen only after U.S. interference ends while Trump has threatened to claim the strait as U.S. territory.
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Elena Vasquez
Anyone else notice only one side of the spectrum is covering this?
The Pulse
Trump Takes a Sharpie to the Map — Teases More to Come
Renaming lakes with a Sharpie from the Oval Office. We're in a new era of cartography and no body of water is safe.
23h · 1 reads
US, Iran coordinate deportation flights, over 100 Iranians
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— Aug 20, 2026
Newly released emails show U.S. immigration officials coordinated with Iranian authorities to deport more than 100 Iranians in 2025–2026, with Tehran influencing who was removed and last-minute list changes approved by U.S. officials. The communications indicate a functional channel between ICE and Iran amid broader tensions, including exchanges relayed through Qatar and explicit requests from the Iranian Embassy on flight manifests.
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Movie night: the classics test
Fifteen questions every movie lover should ace. The AI grades your film literacy and assigns your seat in the theater.
4 min · today's quiz
Argo AI-assisted tool strengthens Viasat satellite network after 2022 Russian hack
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— Aug 18, 2026
AI-assisted tool Argo aims to strengthen satellite networks and critical infrastructure against Russian and Iranian cyber threats, building on the 2022 Viasat disruption. Separately, authorities warn of AI-generated exploits against industrial control systems like Siemens S7 PLCs, while researchers demonstrated meta-hacking Copilot, underscoring evolving risks and the need for robust defenses.
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France Plans to Expel Iranian Diplomats
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— Aug 18, 2026
France says it will expel two Iranian diplomats in retaliation for a July incident in which French embassy staff in Tehran were detained and intimidated, accusing Iran of fabricating charges. Tehran retaliated by barring two French diplomats and accusing them of violations of the Vienna Convention, highlighting escalating France-Iran diplomatic tensions.
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Eisenhower Building Paint Tests Approved
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— Aug 18, 2026
A federal judge allowed limited paint testing on the Eisenhower Executive Office Building near the White House as part of President Trump’s plan to repaint it white, with tests covering roughly 8 square feet and other non-public panels and a projected cost of at least $7.5 million; preservation groups warn painting could trap moisture and damage granite, while the court cautioned it would intervene if testing expands and left unresolved the broader question of agency authority over the project.
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Iranian drones strike Erbil PM office, widening tensions
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— Aug 17, 2026
Iran launched two explosive-laden Hadid-110 drones from across the Iranian border, striking the Kurdistan Regional Government prime minister's private office and the Parastin chief's residence in Erbil's Pirmam district, with no casualties reported. The attacks were condemned as unacceptable escalation and highlighted heightened cross-border security threats to the Kurdistan Region.
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Kim, Putin Near Completion Of First-Ever Road Link As Military Partnership Grows
Francis Kapper · 5 min · 2d
Iran Says Pilots Held by Qatar; Remains Returned
World
— Aug 15, 2026
Iran says three IRIAF pilots shot down in March 2026 are being held alive in Qatar for about six months, with no contact allowed with families or Iranian officials, according to letters to the Red Cross. The reports from Iran International and other outlets frame the detention as potentially violating the Geneva Conventions and the rights of prisoners of war.
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Trump Uses Decoy Jet Amid Iranian Threats
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— Aug 11, 2026
Amid credible threats from Iran against President Trump, the administration prepared a high-profile security response, including disguising movements and decoy use of Air Force One to safeguard him as tensions escalate. Critics condemned the tactics, accusing Trump of risking others’ safety and branding his actions as cowardly while he warned of devastating retaliation if the threats proceed.
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Aisha Patel
Same. The framing gap between outlets is the real story.
Trump Switches Planes on NATO Trip Amid Iran Threat
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— Aug 10, 2026
President Donald Trump secretly swapped from Air Force One to a smaller C-32A after a July 8 NATO summit in Ankara in response to a credible Iranian assassination threat, with journalists and some staff left on a decoy Air Force One while he flew on the non-public aircraft to Britain. The operation, described as an elaborate deception, used an airport catering truck and a low-profile call sign, and was defended by officials as a security measure amid tensions with Iran.
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Aisha Patel
This is going to matter a lot more in six months than it does today.
Iran Demands Reparations Delay Hormuz Talks
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— Aug 7, 2026
Iran is pushing for regional security to be managed by Gulf states themselves, signaling openness to renewed Gulf Dialogue and warning against compromising its sovereignty while seeking to shield its defenses. The region’s tensions surged after a coordinated U.S.-Israel strike on Iranian infrastructure, prompting Iranian retaliation and renewed calls to revive intra-Gulf talks as stability returns, with additional notes on Hormuz transit concerns and ongoing talks with Oman.
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Trump on Iran Strikes: ‘We’ll be Hitting Them Hard’
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— Jul 29, 2026
President Donald Trump has revenge in his sights after U.S. troops intercepted an Iranian ballistic missile attack in Jordan overnight. “We're going to beat the f***ing s*** out of them,” Trump told Fox News Wednesday…
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Fan Club Shares JossGawin Singing Clip from Kanchanaburi Day 1 Event
Official fanclub post shares video of Joss Way-ar and Gawin Caskey performing “You’re my way” at Mamix event in Kanchanaburi. Overwhelmingly positive fan reactions celebrate chemistry and singing with no notable opposition.
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