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Should platforms like YouTube be settling political censorship claims and reinstating banned accounts, or does that just invite more pressure campaigns from powerful figures?
— Maya Lindstrom
Maya Lindstrom · 1d
FDA Approves Rasonque for Metastatic PDAC; Price Concerns
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The FDA approved Revolution Medicines' pancreatic cancer drug daraxonrasib, sold as Rasonque, the first therapy to target a genetic driver of the disease. In a trial of advanced/metastatic pancreatic cancer, median overall survival reached 13.2 months versus 6.7 with chemotherapy, signaling a potentially transformative option for patients who have received prior therapy.
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Bank of America Epstein settlement approved; $72.5M payout
Finance
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A Manhattan federal judge approved Bank of America's $72.5 million settlement with Epstein victims, covering about 60 to 90 women and including no admission of liability, in a move the court called substantial justice. The deal highlights how banks price reputational risk in class actions, showing that a $72.5 million payout can feel large yet be relatively small within a massive financial institution.
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Nepal-Tibet Border Floods: Hundreds Dead, Thousands Missing
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A devastating mudslide near Gyirong Port in Tibet caused major casualties and cut off roads, communications, and power on the China-Nepal border, with Nepal reporting flash floods and infrastructure damage. President Xi Jinping ordered an urgent search and rescue, relocation of at-risk people, and rigorous monitoring to prevent secondary disasters as emergency teams mobilize.
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LastWeekTonight · 2M views · Aug 24, 2026
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SCOTUS Ruling on Standing; New USPS Challenges Emerge
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The Postal Service has issued a 95-page final rule to tighten mail-in voting, requiring states to share voter data and barcode information and stipulating that ballots be delivered only if states comply with the new standards; the rule could take immediate effect if court injunctions are lifted. Courts have blocked the changes, with injunctions from California, Massachusetts, and Boston delaying implementation ahead of the midterm elections, while President Trump’s March executive order underpins the rule’s aims.
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Swing-State Dem Announces Plan To Tie Up Gun Stores With Red Tape
Harold Hutchison · 4 min · 22h
NFL, sportsbooks reach deals ahead of 2026 season
Sports
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The NFL renewed partnerships with FanDuel and DraftKings and added Fanatics Betting and Gaming as a partner, expanding official data usage, advertising rights, and activation at major events, with Fanatics Casino named as an official online casino partner. The deals ahead of the 2026 season emphasize profitability, responsible gambling, access to real-time NFL data and statistics, and a commitment to game integrity by excluding objectionable bets.
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Ranking
Best AI labs of 2026
Artificial 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
Lawmakers seek GAO probe of DOT passenger privacy
Politics
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Wyden and Brown are pressing the GAO to investigate the Department of Transportation for decades of inaction on airline passenger privacy, arguing that the DOT’s failure to regulate has left Americans’ data exposed to corporate exploitation, surveillance, and potential foreign interference, with the ARC data broker’s tens of millions of records cited as a key example. They note a 2024 DOT review into airline privacy has yielded no public findings or enforcement actions, and call for proactive audits and accountability as regulators have largely remained reactive.
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Greece Intercepts Drones Over Saudi Energy Heartland, Extending Gulf Defense Role
World
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The Greek Patriot air-defence battery stationed in Saudi Arabia (ELDYSA) has intercepted drones over Yanbu and other areas, launching three missiles in coordination with Saudi defense to protect critical energy infrastructure as part of the Integrated Air Missile Defense mission. These engagements, now the third combat use since the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran, highlight Europe’s expanding role in Gulf security and reinforce Greece-Saudi Arabia defense ties amid regional security arrangements.
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Arctic tundra greens as warming accelerates
Environment
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Arctic Alaska’s North Slope tundra is getting greener and taller as warming proceeds, with shrubs expanding, permafrost-influenced growth patterns shifting and potential feedbacks including more methane release and altered waterways; researchers at Toolik Field Station are studying how plant communities adapt, including possible cooperation among species. Across mountain forests globally, trees are migrating uphill or downslope in opposite directions depending on traits like rapid water transport or drought tolerance, reflecting nuanced responses to climate warming that affect forest composition and structure.
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Dollar steadies ahead of Jackson Hole
Finance
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The US dollar remained firm ahead of the Jackson Hole symposium as inflation data reinforced expectations that the Fed will stay patient on rate cuts, keeping yields relatively elevated and supporting the dollar. Meanwhile, signals from the Bank of Japan kept the yen steadier and markets weighed the likelihood of a September BOJ move, with overall currency moves staying subdued ahead of central-bank commentary.
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On X · @FCBarcelona
FC Barcelona Pre-Match Hype for La Liga vs Athletic Club
FC Barcelona's official post hyping Thursday night football against Athletic Club drew mostly positive fan engagement and excitement, with only light trolling from rivals and no major controversy.
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GAAC reports expanded membership, outlines global initiatives
Health
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GAAC expands its global autism action framework with new members and regional hub models to boost governance, funding, and implementation, while leaders in Sri Lanka and the Philippines emphasize inclusive education and addressing shortages of therapists and clinical services for children with disabilities; in the United States, autism-focused nonprofits are broadening play-based, community-centered programs to reach underserved families.
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icebath · 12.6M views · Aug 25, 2026
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Dodgers IL Sasaki; Lauer Sixth Starter
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Roki Sasaki exited the Dodgers’ game against the Braves in the fourth inning with a blister on his right middle finger, prompting the team to monitor his status for his next start. The injury adds uncertainty to his rotation role as the Dodgers approach October after a strong post-All-Star stretch.
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VS Battle
AirPods Pro 3 vs Sony WF-1000XM6
Apple's seamless flagship buds against Sony's audiophile-grade noise killers
AirPods Pro 3 vs Sony WF-1000XM6 · 0 votes — pick a side
Valerie Simpson Turns 80, Celebrates Six-Decade Motown Career
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As Aug. 26 birthdays highlight lasting legacies in music, Valerie Simpson’s Ashford & Simpson catalog helped define soul and earned Hall of Fame recognition, while Bob Cowsill and his family’s The Cowsills inspired broader pop culture, including later TV adaptations. The anniversary focus extends to Elvis Costello and Rob Halford, underscoring Costello’s genre-spanning songwriting and landmark SNL moment, and Halford’s decades-long metal influence and iconic persona, including openness about his sexuality.
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Ohio to Receive $319M in Meta Settlement
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Ohio will receive more than $319 million over the next decade as part of a $17.1 billion multistate settlement with Meta to improve safety measures for children and teens on Instagram and Facebook. The agreement requires hard two-hour daily time limits with pauses, nighttime blocks, stronger age verification, safer content controls, removal of like counts, and independent audits to assess implementation.
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Asia Regulators Near OTC Derivatives Regime Rollout
Finance
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Regulators in Hong Kong and Singapore moved closer to implementing major regime updates, including Hong Kong’s OTC derivatives licensing and heightened cybersecurity measures, alongside MAS consultations on widening retail fund types and updated liquidity guidelines. In Japan, markets faced yen weakness and AI-led stock pressure, with hedging moves and cost pressures on imports amid policy-watch developments and investor focus ahead of Nvidia results and potential BoJ rate moves.
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As 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.
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Wrtn Reported Unicorn, Raises 100 Billion Won
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Wrtn Technologies raised about 100 billion won ($72 million) in a Series C, valuing the South Korean AI services platform at over 1 trillion won and accelerating its plans for global expansion across its OOC and Crack services, while implementing stronger safeguards for teenage users. The company is seeing rapid overseas revenue growth, with OOC generating substantial monthly income and expectations of 2026 revenue around 200 billion won, underscoring its push toward a global footprint.
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Quiz
Can 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
July PCE data expected to influence Fed policy
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Forecasters expect July’s PCE to rise modestly with core PCE around 3.3% year over year, keeping inflation above the Fed’s 2% target and maintaining expectations for potential further rate moves in September, while AI-driven software and IT costs echo in core inflation. Markets will also key on a July PCE read alongside an upcoming Q2 GDP estimate and ongoing FOMC debates on the appropriate stance of policy.
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Novo Resources outlines near-term drilling, investment plans across gold, copper portfolio
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Novo Resources is pursuing a discovery-led gold and copper exploration strategy across its Australian portfolio, including Belltopper and Toolunga, supported by cash reserves and a $36 million San Cristobal investment to fund drilling and potential acquisitions. It has updated its corporate presentation to outline strategic priorities, exploration progress, and near-term catalysts, with NI 43-101/JORC-compliant disclosures across ASX, TSX, and OTC listings to inform investors.
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Miley Cyrus & Dolly Parton Perform “Wrecking Ball” / “I Will Always Love You” | Full Performance
Cover Nation · 586K views · Aug 25, 2026
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PCA Leads NL MVP Mock; Ohtani Plans Return
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The NL MVP race has tightened, with Pete Crow-Armstrong overtaking Shohei Ohtani as the front-runner per ESPN’s AXE system and MLB.com mock voting, while Ohtani remains a standout hitter though limited on the mound due to knee issues. Ohtani’s return to pitching is approaching, with live bullpen sessions planned and a cautious timeline for potentially rejoining the rotation, as Crow-Armstrong’s defense and 30-30 season keep him firmly in the chase.
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Box Raises Revenue Outlook, Lowers Adjusted EPS
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Box lowered its FY2027 GAAP and non-GAAP earnings guidance, with GAAP EPS about $0.38–$0.40 and adjusted EPS around $1.54–$1.56, while raising full-year sales guidance to roughly $1.28–$1.29 billion. For the next quarter, the company reported a preliminary adj EPS of about $0.39 (below the $0.40 consensus) on roughly $329 million in revenue, with GAAP EPS near $0.12 in line with expectations.
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Kim, Putin Near Completion Of First-Ever Road Link As Military Partnership Grows
Francis Kapper · 5 min · 22h
ICE Arrests Near 50,000 in July, Highest Yet
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ICE arrested nearly 50,000 people in July, the highest monthly total of the second Trump term, as the administration maintains a mass-deportation push with a shift toward lower-profile enforcement that remains disruptive. The July figure marks a 15% rise from June and a 70% increase since February, continuing the expansion of ICE's activity.
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Dan Stevens Cast as RoboCop in Prime Video
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Dan Stevens will star as Alex Murphy and his RoboCop alter ego in Prime Video’s upcoming eight-episode RoboCop series from Amazon MGM Studios, with Peter Ocko as showrunner and Blumhouse Atomic Monster producing. The project underscores Amazon’s ongoing push into high-profile sci‑fi series, building on a slate that includes titles like Fallout and other genre-driven adaptations.
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Iran-Oman Hormuz Corridor Conditional on Regional Moves
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Oman and Iran have proposed establishing a temporary navigational corridor and a plan to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz, with talks aiming toward a permanent framework, shared traffic management, and respect for sovereignty and international law. The moves have driven market expectations about a forthcoming Iran–Oman agreement on Hormuz, with traders pricing in rising odds of a formal deal in the coming months.
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LeBron James, PGA Tour plans Akron Invitational 2027
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The LeBron James Family Foundation and the PGA Tour announced the LeBron James Family Foundation Invitational, a two-day charity golf event in Akron, Ohio, starting July 6-7, 2027 at Firestone Country Club. The event will pair amateurs and Pro-Bound Five pros with off-course mentorship from I PROMISE students and aims to raise funds for Akron while advancing opportunities for aspiring players through the Pathway to Progression program.
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PGA Tour Unveils Two-Track Postseason Playoffs
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The PGA Tour is restructuring its postseason for 2028 into a two-track system: a season-ending Championship Series Finale (a 72-hole stroke-play event for the top 90) followed by a two-week, match-play Tour Championship held at rotating venues, beginning with a World Cup–style group stage and culminating in a four-round knockout to crown the champion. The change marks the first use of match play in the Tour Championship since 2023 and introduces rotating hosts, with the tour seeking multiple sponsors to support the new format.
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On X · @AdamSchefter
Dolphins Trade WR Tutu Atwell Back to Rams for RB Jarquez Hunter
Adam Schefter reported that the Miami Dolphins have traded wide receiver Tutu Atwell back to the Los Angeles Rams in exchange for running back Jarquez Hunter. The player-for-player swap returns Atwell (a former Rams draft pick) to the team that originally selected him, while giving Miami a young backfield addition. It is trending due to the unexpected nature of the deal so close to roster cuts, the circular “homecoming” angle for Atwell, high engagement (hundreds of thousands of views, hundreds of quotes/replies), and the wave of memes, fan reactions, and “who won?” debate it immediately sparked.
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RFK Jr. Gets Interrupted
NowThis Impact · 1.1M views · Aug 23, 2026
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