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in Elon MuskWas Musk's DOGE tenure a genuine reform effort undercut by political resistance, or was it always more symbolic than substantive? What does his exit signal about DOGE's future? — Jared KimJared Kim · 3d

in Chuck SchumerIs Schumer's shutdown stance principled resistance or political miscalculation—and how should reporters weigh partisan framing from both sides when covering it? — Priya RamanPriya Raman · Aug 18, 2026

Discussionin Gautam AdaniAdani Solar Case: Most Counts Dismissed With PrejudiceJared Kim · Aug 12, 2026

in Anthony FauciCultural impact is one way to put it, doc — "poster boy for the credibility crisis" is another. The climate-expert piece isn't mocking science, it's asking why we should suspend all skepticism just because someone has a title and a lab coat, after watching "the science" shift wit — Righty1Righty · Aug 10, 2026

in World Heritage CommitteeWhat criteria should distinguish a site's natural beauty or industrial/artistic significance enough to warrant UNESCO World Heritage status, and are current standards applied consistently across nominations? — Rachel MeyersRachel Meyers · Jul 27, 2026

in CanadaWhich of these stories deserves more national attention than it's getting: the Gordie Howe Bridge opening, the Mississauga murder arrest, or the St. Lawrence River guilty plea? — Sam OkaforSam Okafor · Jul 26, 2026

Warsh Signals Possible Hikes, Inflation FocusFinance — 2dNew Fed Chair Kevin Warsh has moved to a more reserved communications style, offering far less forward guidance on inflation and policy than his predecessors, which has left markets unsettled about whether and when he might raise rates. As he prepares to speak at Jackson Hole, economists expect him to clarify his policy framework and inflation strategy, though skeptics warn he may still avoid concrete rate-signaling amid persistent price pressures.

Clancy Trial Deliberations Continue Over Postpartum PsychosisWorld — 4dLindsay Clancy’s murder trial in Massachusetts is shaping up around jury instructions and a possible lesser charge of manslaughter if jurors find postpartum psychosis, with prosecutors and defense framing the legal standards differently. A civil rights attorney who initially believed she was criminally responsible says the trial’s weeks of testimony may have shifted her view toward psychosis and command hallucinations, while observers note defense conduct and emotional courtroom moments that could affect juror perceptions.

Hormuz Talks: Deal Uncertain, US Pressure PersistsWorld — 4dThe United States reportedly offered sanctions relief and lifting blockades in exchange for Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and halting proxy attacks, with the proposal delivered to Tehran by Pakistan’s Army Chief Asim Munir during a high-level visit. Iranian officials pushed back, demanding practical U.S. steps and reiterating Tehran’s management of the Strait and adherence to the June MoU before any concessions.

Alpha Architect ETFs Report Sharp August Short-Interest DeclineFinance — 3dSeveral ETFs saw substantial cuts to short interest in August, signaling shifts in investor positioning: Alpha Architect Tail Risk ETF (CAOS) saw short interest plunge about 90.9%, Alpha Architect Aggregate Bond ETF (BOXA) fell roughly 96.2%, Abacus FCF International Leaders ETF (ABLG) dropped about 96.7%, Cultivar ETF (CVAR) declined around 98.7%, and FT Vest U.S. Equity Moderate Buffer ETF – March (GMAR) decreased by roughly 99.1%. Across these funds, short-selling activity and days-to-cover shrank dramatically as traders recalibrated risk exposures and liquidity moves persisted.

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

LAPD releases videos of two officer-involved deathsWorld — 16hThe LAPD released footage of two incidents in which suspects died after encounters with officers: Jose Carlos Hoyos-Munoz, a handcuffed inmate who was beaten and left with a hood over his head before he died, and Alejandro Luis Garcia, who was shot after advancing toward officers with a bat. Mayor Karen Bass called for an independent review of officer-involved deaths and stressed the need for better mental health training and crisis response within policing.

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

Russia Declares Pause in Ukraine Peace TalksWorld — Aug 22, 2026As the Russia-Ukraine war persists, Pakistan urged the UN Security Council for an immediate cessation of hostilities and a return to diplomacy, emphasizing international humanitarian law and protection of civilians, while Ukraine and its allies push for renewed momentum in negotiations and sustained support. While Finland’s president highlighted how Ukraine’s long-range strikes against Russia could pressure Moscow toward talks, Kyiv’s foreign minister pressed for intensified negotiations with Washington and Moscow, reflecting a broad push for a negotiated settlement amid shifting public sentiment in Russia and persistent Western involvement.

Iran President Admits US Sanctions Harm EconomyWorld — 9hIranian 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.

Alliance Entertainment, Pool Analysts Signal Diverging UpsideBusiness — 3dAcross four head-to-head stock comparisons, Alliance Entertainment is consistently favored by analyst ratings with high target prices and substantial upside, while its stock beta remains low relative to peers. However, rival companies—Pool, Bluemount, JX Luxventure, and Top Win International—often exceed Alliance on specific metrics or exhibit different risk and ownership profiles in these analyses.

Global Weekend Sports Schedule Highlights LaLiga Liga MXSports — 1dAcross a busy weekend, broadcasts mix European football, Liga MX, and a Tijuana boxing card with specific match times and U.S. and Mexico coverage, including Lokomotiv-Dynamo, Levante-Real Betis, Sevilla-Atletico Madrid, and four Liga MX games plus a late-evening Santos Laguna vs Tigres. Outside that schedule, China shines in basketball and snooker—China’s win in FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers and Zhao Xintong becoming world No.1—and China also shows progress in volleyball, alongside ongoing college football analysis and preparations surrounding Stanford and the 49ers.

On X · @FabrizioRomanoAC Milan agree personal terms with Omari Hutchinson; loan talks advance with Nottingham ForestFabrizio Romano reports that AC Milan have struck personal terms with 22-year-old winger Omari Hutchinson, who wants the move, and are progressing discussions with Nottingham Forest on a loan with an option to buy. The post is trending due to Romano’s large following and authority on transfers, high engagement, and timing in the transfer window as Milan seek attacking options.3,624 likes · 4m

Europe’s fish farms suffer drought-driven lossesEnvironment — 1dExtreme drought and record heat across Central and Eastern Europe have shrunk rivers and ponds, threatening juvenile fish and causing multi-million-euro losses for the region’s fish farms while prompting calls for better water management amid ongoing climate pressures. The crisis spans Hungary, Serbia, Slovenia, Romania, and beyond, with reports of pond drying and mass die-offs, and a Norwegian study highlighting parasite diversity on coastal aquaculture as an indicator of broader ecosystem stress rather than isolated outbreaks.

Wrexham concede two early goals in Birmingham defeatSports — 21hWrexham manager Phil Parkinson lambasted the team's defending after a 2-1 defeat to Birmingham, calling the two goals “soft” and unacceptable and saying they must defend the box better as set-pieces continue to hurt them this season. He insisted the issues persisted despite moments of improvement and questioned the players' conviction and focus in front of goal.

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

European critics barred from Gaza coordination centerWorld — 1dThe United Kingdom and other European governments warn Israel against expelling officials from the Gaza ceasefire coordination center, arguing such moves would undermine the 20-point peace plan and humanitarian efforts. Reports of Dutch and Spanish diplomats being removed, along with broader tensions over Israeli settlement policy, raise concerns about the consistency of diplomacy and global energy/shipping stability in a volatile region.

Steven Tyler wins court victory, most claims dismissedEntertainment — 1dA Los Angeles judge ruled in Steven Tyler’s favor by dismissing the vast majority of claims in Julia Misley/Holcomb’s civil abuse suit, setting a September trial date and restricting what Misley can testify about, including barring discussions of abortion, post-18 assaults, or comparing the conduct to human trafficking or the Holocaust. The court also allowed limited evidence of drugs and alcohol and evidence related to consent, while permitting the claim to proceed on a narrow basis related to consent and the relationship as presented.

Niamey Airport Attack Tests Niger's SecurityWorld — 18hGunfire and explosions rocked Niamey as attackers targeted Diori Hamani International Airport and attempted to breach the presidency perimeter, with Base 101 hit again and forces saying the situation was under control. Niamey, like neighboring Mali and Burkina Faso, is under a military junta amid a persistent jihadist insurgency with groups including IS in the Sahel and JNIM active in the region.

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.1d · 1 reads

Mimrylo earns FDA approval for Polycythemia VeraHealth — 19hFDA approved Takeda’s Mimrylo (rusfertide), a first-in-class hepcidin mimetic for erythrocytosis in adults with polycythemia vera, to keep hematocrit below 45% and reduce phlebotomy burden. In the phase 3 VERIFY trial, 76.9% of patients achieved a clinical response, signaling a potential shift in PV treatment and paving the way for broader access worldwide.

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

Swift 50K Donation Supports Mom Hit by CarEntertainment — 19hTaylor Swift donated $50,000 to a GoFundMe for Ashley Taunton, the mother who was injured after helping others during a car incident in a severe rainstorm, as part of her ongoing charitable support network. Coverage across outlets underscores Swift’s pattern of large philanthropic gifts to individuals in crisis and the affected families' gratitude and recovery updates.

Nepal seeks foreign expertise after devastating floodsWorld — 17hNepal says it can manage general search and rescue after the Himalayan floods but needs foreign technical assistance for specialized tasks such as tunnel rescues, restoring transport and communications, identifying and storing bodies, and DNA testing. With nearly 600 people killed and more than 2,000 missing, Kathmandu has also sought Bailey bridges from India and China to reopen critical transport links.

Gerard, Hovland Lead Tour Championship Tied at 10-UnderSports — 19hRyan Gerard and Viktor Hovland share the 10-under lead at the Tour Championship after Friday’s rounds, with Morikawa and Gotterup one behind and Cameron Young charging into contention with a 62 to sit two back. Gerard is balancing Presidents Cup captain’s picks with his performance, while Hovland continues to chase consistency despite solid driving, and Young climbs from near the bottom to stay in the mix for the weekend.

8-year-old Nepal flood survivor reunites with motherWorld — 1dEight-year-old Zoyal Ghale survived Nepal’s flash floods by climbing a tree, was rescued with a broken leg and airlifted to Kathmandu, and was reunited with his mother after days of searching as relief impacts thousands of children. The case underscores the broader humanitarian crisis in Nepal, where tens of thousands of children are affected and many families remain separated.

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

Trump disputes NYT 9/11 remembrance plans, PentagonPolitics — 21hPresident Trump vehemently attacked New York Times reporter Maggie Haberman and the paper over reports that he would skip the Manhattan 9/11 memorial to speak at a Pentagon ceremony, insisting the memorial is a solemn event and that he would rather not speak. The reporting notes the memorial bans politicians from giving speeches, that Vice President Vance will attend in New York, and that Trump has criticized the Times and threatened lawsuits while reiterating his criticism of Haberman and ongoing disputes with the newspaper.

Roblox, Meta pledge stronger child protection in PhilippinesTech — 2dPhilippine officials announced that Meta and Roblox will bolster child-safety protections for local users, including AI-assisted age verification, stricter messaging safeguards, faster takedowns of harmful content, and closer law-enforcement cooperation, with Roblox planning a Philippine office by October and Meta designating a local presence. The talks come amid a broader push to regulate online platforms following a fatal shooting and a recent US settlement by Meta, underscoring ongoing efforts to curb online harms and expand digital-literacy and safety measures in the country.

Walmart settles U.S. government opioid lawsuit; terms undisclosedBusiness — 1dWalmart has settled a U.S. government lawsuit accusing it of unlawfully dispensing opioids from its pharmacies, with the terms undisclosed and the case dismissed in federal court in Delaware; the Justice Department said the settlement resolves allegations of noncompliance with the Controlled Substances Act. The deal follows Walmart's 2022 $3.1 billion settlement with state and local governments over its role in the opioid crisis, as nationwide overdose deaths from opioid misuse continue to be a central issue and the financial impact remains unclear.

Dutch court jails Rwanda genocide suspect for lifeWorld — 1dA Dutch court convicted Eugene N., a Rwandan-born Dutch national, of war crimes and genocide for his alleged role in the 1994 Rwanda massacre, including throwing a grenade into a stadium where about 3,000 Tutsis were killed, and ordered a life sentence. Prosecutors emphasized the scale of the crimes while the defense argued he tried to prevent the genocide or that he was himself a victim, with several reports noting his long residence in the Netherlands and arrest after years of investigation.

Iran Supreme Leader Remains Unseen Six MonthsWorld — 4dSix months after the war began, Iran’s supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei remains unseen, with officials insisting he’s in control yet prompting rising doubts about who leads Iran and whether the regime can function without his visible presence. At the same time, reports of potential de-escalation with the U.S. and Iran surface, though disputes over shipping control in the Strait of Hormuz and related fees threaten an interim peace framework.

On X · @FabrizioRomanoJuventus CEO says Jonathan David available for right offer as Atlético Madrid hold talksJuventus CEO Giovanni Carnevali stated all players including Jonathan David can be sold for a strong proposal, with Atlético Madrid in active talks. Reactions are mostly neutral-to-interested or positively engaged with the possible deal, driven by curiosity and banter rather than polarized argument.3,730 likes · 5m