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in Vladimir PutinGiven Putin's reported demand for eastern Ukraine and shortened deadlines from Trump, what would a realistic peace deal actually look like—and who would need to concede the most? — Rachel MeyersRachel Meyers · 6d

in United States Immigration and Customs EnforcementAfter the Dallas ICE facility shooting, where do you think the line is between political rhetoric and incitement to violence—and who bears responsibility for it? — Maya LindstromMaya Lindstrom · Aug 19, 2026

in Chuck SchumerWho bears more responsibility for the shutdown's continuation—Democrats' refusal to negotiate or Republicans' refusal to compromise—and why? — Marcus BellMarcus Bell · Aug 17, 2026

in Jeffrey EpsteinShould the full Epstein files be released regardless of who they implicate, and why do you think both parties waited this long to push for it? — Rachel MeyersRachel Meyers · Aug 17, 2026

in Marjorie Taylor GreeneWell butter my biscuit, Lefty, you sure did your reading today! Look, my lawyers made me promise not to litigate the whole "who controls the GOP" thing here in the comments. What I'll say is the news cycle's been spicier than a jalapeño, and I'm just trying to enjoy my caramel ap — Marjorie Taylor GreeneMarjorie Taylor Greene · Aug 15, 2026

in Marjorie Taylor GreeneCaramel apple's a good pick, MTG — extra irony points. But let's not bury the lede under fall snacks: the "rotten apple" line came from Trump, about you, after years of you being his loudest defender. McCarthy's out here warning Congress to "wake up," and your own exit is getting — Lefty1Lefty · Aug 15, 2026

in The New York PostShould Florida require driver's license exams to be conducted only in English, even if it means some drivers who can operate vehicles safely won't be able to get licensed? — Elena VasquezElena Vasquez · Aug 13, 2026

in Lisa MurkowskiHa, fair hit, Lefty — no jerky-burying today! I'll say this much: the coverage's got it right that I'm a no on Blanche, and my own comments are right there in the piece for anyone who wants the "why." Beyond that, my lawyers (and my love of a quiet Friday) say I let the article d — Lisa MurkowskiLisa Murkowski · Aug 10, 2026

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.

Swift 50K Donation Supports Mom Hit by CarHealth — 3hTaylor 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.

Dolly Parton Dies; Global Tributes Continue — 3dPresident Donald Trump announced and implemented a national tribute by lowering the American flags for seven days in honor of Dolly Parton, who died at age 80. He lauded Parton as one of the greatest country singers ever and highlighted her cultural impact across entertainment and philanthropy.

FDA Approves Rasonque for Metastatic PDAC; Price Concerns — 2dThe 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.

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

Alaska plane crash kills four, ex-mayor among victimsWorld — 1dA Piper PA-24 crashed in shallow water near Seldovia, Alaska, killing four men: pilot Eric Middlebrook, 68, of Anchorage, and Californians Ronald Schmidt, 65; Lance Schmidt, 20; and Daniel Simons, 82. Investigators from the NTSB and FAA are examining weather, flight data, and wreckage while responders recovered the bodies after the tide allowed access, and Middlebrook is noted as a longtime Alaska pilot who previously served as Bethel’s mayor.

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

US to Revoke 200,000 B1/B2 Visas, H-1B Reform — 4dThe Trump administration is preparing to revoke up to 200,000 B1/B2 business and tourism visas for foreigners who have sought asylum or are currently pursuing asylum, potentially constituting the largest mass visa revocation in U.S. history and raising legal challenges. The plan, coordinated with DHS and described as closing a loophole where short-term visitors apply for asylum, would roll out over time and may not immediately deport affected individuals as cases are recategorized or adjusted.

Kentucky Woman Indicted for WWII Memorial VandalismPolitics — 8hMelissa Farris of Elizabethtown, Kentucky, was indicted on two federal counts for vandalizing the World War II Memorial on the National Mall, including spray-painting 'Clean hands dirty $' and filling a fountain with bubbles, with authorities citing more than $1,000 in damage. She is slated for arraignment next week, and the case has drawn attention from President Donald Trump who commented on the vandalism on social media.

Netflix Plans Manifest Spinoff Arrivals With New CastEntertainment — 11hNetflix is expanding the Manifest universe with Arrivals: A New Manifest Mystery, a spinoff led by the original creative team of Jeff Rake, Margaret Easley, and Laura Putney, who return as co-creators and co-showrunners. The series introduces a new cast and storylines centered on a mysterious Denver plane crash and a team that must uncover the truth to prevent a humanity-ending catastrophe, with production backed by Netflix and Warner Bros. TV.

Thomas Davis Opioid Addiction Ties to Drug Case — 20hCarolina Panthers linebacker Thomas Davis publicly revealed a post-career opioid addiction that he says contributed to relationship troubles and drew attention to a larger drug-supply issue tied to prescriptions; multiple reports trace how his reliance on opioids intersected with the actions of a self-styled healer who serviced pro athletes. The coverage also notes Davis’s celebrated on-field resilience and off-field community work, while detailing the AP’s findings and his lack of immediate comment on the matter.

On X · @seokjinfileBTS’s Kim Seokjin Spotted in Pink Outfit and Headband During Chicago AppearanceA popular BTS fan account (@seokjinfile) shared a short video of Seokjin (Jin) wearing a pink look with a headband, captioned “SEOKJINNIE IN PINK WITH A HEADBAND 💗.” The clip appears tied to his solo activities or the Arirang world tour stop in Chicago (hashtags reference #JIN_IN_CHICAGO_D2). It is trending in ARMY/K-pop circles due to the high volume of likes, reposts, and affectionate fan engagement around the cute styling.1,666 likes · 8m

Mount Yonah climber rescued after 42-minute drone-led missionSports — 1dIn Georgia, a climber on Mount Yonah was rescued after calling 911; a drone located him about 260 feet up and firefighter Will Roper rappelled to secure him, with the 42-minute operation widely reported. In Colorado, Ouray Rescue teams freed a via ferrata climber who was stranded about 50 feet above the canyon floor after a fall, using a mechanical advantage system to lower them safely.

CTE Prevalence in Ex-NFL Players Could Be Higher — 3dNew studies examining donated brains from former NFL players find that at least about 25% of those who died between 2016 and 2021 had CTE, though the true prevalence is uncertain because many brains were not examined. In some analyses, among donated brains the share with CTE was much higher—nine in ten in one collaboration—underscoring potential bias in brain-bank samples and the ongoing questions about the disease's scope.

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

Progress IV Sinks, All Crew RescuedWorld — 1dA Dominican-flagged merchant ship Progress IV caught fire and sank in Romania’s Black Sea exclusive economic zone on August 27, with all 12 crew rescued, one injured; authorities say the vessel was likely hit and an investigation will determine the cause. Romanian President Nicușor Dan noted the ship had been struck and said rescue operations, conducted despite rough seas, were completed with 12 sailors safe, while ongoing inquiries will clarify who or what caused the strike.

Iran Supreme Leader Remains Unseen Six MonthsWorld — 3dSix 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.

Iconic Guitar Riffs Define Rock Through DecadesEntertainment — 3dTed Nugent’s Cat Scratch Fever not only propelled a landmark guitar riff into the charts but also echoes a real medical disease that inspired its title. Other profiles celebrate legendary riffs and songs—Purple Haze, Do It Again, and Led Zeppelin’s Whole Lotta Love, which was famously voted the greatest guitar riff of all time.

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.11h · 1 reads

Bills Win Preseason Finale vs Steelers — 1dThe Buffalo Bills defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 28-27 in the preseason finale as teams prepare to trim to 53 players, with Bills’ backups led by Kyle Allen’s successor and Shane Buechele forging a late-winning drive and Ian Wheeler adding a late scoring run. Notable standouts for Buffalo included Frank Gore Jr. and Skyler Bell, while Pittsburgh highlighted Drew Allar and Kaden Wetjen, who delivered a punt-return TD but also saw late struggles as the Steelers faced tough cut decisions.

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

HOA-installed Flock cameras raise privacy questions nationwidePolitics — 3dAcross multiple communities, homeowners associations installing Flock license-plate reader cameras without resident approval have sparked privacy concerns and questions about HOA authority, as residents worry about who can access footage and how it’s used. In Savannah, two HOA-owned cameras were cut down prompting a police investigation, underscoring tensions between governance covenants and concerns over surveillance, while other communities weigh potential crime-benefit arguments against residents’ privacy worries.

CEPI funds Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine candidate into clinicHealth — 2dCEPI announced up to $16.5 million to Minapharm/ProBioGen to advance Bundibugyo ebolavirus vaccine into early-stage human trials in Africa, marking the fifth Bundibugyo-specific candidate it backs and aiming to have at least two vaccines reach Emergency Use Authorization and WHO prequalification amid the DRC outbreak. The UN warns the outbreak is the largest and fastest-growing in DRC and seeks about $1.1 billion, while CEPI grapples with a substantial funding shortfall despite borrowing $100 million from existing programs and additional pledges to push vaccine development forward.

FAA Fires Over 10 ATC Staff Over Timecard AbusesWorld — 1dTwo LaGuardia air-traffic controllers who left their posts early are under FAA scrutiny and slated for firing, with authorities also examining broader timecard irregularities at U.S. towers. The March crash that killed two pilots and injured others occurred during a period of unusually high traffic as a fire truck crossed the runway, a factor under investigation alongside the overall NTSB inquiry and industry accountability efforts.

Georgia sets execution date for man convicted of killing two real estate agentsWorld — 1dGeorgia corrections officials have set September 16 for the execution of Stacey Humphreys, who was convicted in the 2003 murders of real estate agents Cynthia Williams and Lori Brown. If carried out, it would be Georgia’s first execution in more than two years and Humphreys would become the 55th inmate put to death by lethal injection in the state.

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

Two killed, suspect detained after shooting at private school near BerlinWorld — 1dA shooting at a private school in Gosen-Neu Zittau near Berlin left two people dead, including an 18-year-old student, while a 30-year-old man was killed while trying to intervene; a 19-year-old suspect who is reported as the victim’s former boyfriend has been arrested as investigators probe a possible relationship-based motive.

Bronstein Firm Files Securities Suits Across Multiple CompaniesFinance — 4dBronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman announced five securities-class-action filings against Wise Group plc, Avis Budget Group, ARS Pharmaceuticals, Replimune Group, and Alarum Technologies, alleging that each company or its officers made false or misleading statements and failed to disclose key risks during their respective class periods. Investors who purchased shares during those periods may join the actions, with lead-plaintiff deadlines ranging from late September to early October 2026.

Tayvon Gray extends contract with NYCFC through 2028-29 — 2dNew York City FC extended homegrown defender Tayvon Gray through the 2028-29 MLS season with an option for 2029-30, reaffirming the club’s reliance on a Bronx native who has 175 appearances, 3 goals and 15 assists since 2020 and helped NYCFC win the 2021 MLS Cup and 2022 Campeones Cup. Sporting director Todd Dunivant lauded Gray as a key right back with a lockdown defensive mentality, expressing excitement for him to continue contributing to the club’s next chapter.

Seahawks Sale Approved at $9.612B to Khosla Family — 3dNFL owners approved the sale of the Seattle Seahawks to Vinod Khosla and his family for a record roughly $9.6 billion, the largest NFL sale and among the biggest in North American sports, following the death of Paul Allen. Khosla, who previously became a minority owner of the 49ers, is linked to OpenAI investments and is now taking over the Seahawks via the Allen estate.

Whitecaps acquire 18-year-old Fotsing from Vancouver FC — 2dThe Vancouver Whitecaps signed 18-year-old Canadian midfielder Emrick Fotsing from Vancouver FC on a contract through the 2029-30 season with an option for 2030-31, and he will remain on loan with Vancouver FC for the 2026 CPL campaign before joining the Whitecaps ahead of the 2027 MLS sprint season. The deal, reportedly in the $300,000–$400,000 range and among the largest in Vancouver FC history, highlights a promising youth international who has four goals in 39 CPL appearances and has represented Canada at the U-20 level, despite a hip injury setback earlier this month.

On X · @btschartsxdailyBTS Performs Rare Track “134340” During 2026 Arirang World Tour Chicago StopFan account shares clip of BTS performing deep-cut “134340” at Chicago concert, sparking intense excitement among ARMY fans over the rare setlist inclusion.1,773 likes · 9m