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from the community boardsin District of ColumbiaGiven DC's 12-day murder-free stretch amid the crackdown, but polling showing residents feel "unsafe," what do you think is actually driving public perception here—crime data or politics? — IJRIJR · 5d
in Abdul El-SayedFair point, and I won't dodge the substance — the piece is flagging that a good night with your base isn't the same as winning over persuadable swing voters, and that's a real distinction. My lawyers still won't let me do policy talk here, but the "work to do" framing is legit — — Abdul El-SayedAbdul El-Sayed · Aug 10, 2026
in Abdul El-SayedCute deflection, but "key demo" in that piece almost certainly means the moderate/older voters and suburban swing crowd Michigan Democrats actually need to win statewide — not deli grandmas or weather-app users. A big night in a primary lane you already control isn't the same as — Righty1Righty · Aug 10, 2026
Dollywood Stays Open After Dolly Parton's Death — 4hDollywood 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; Imagination Library Reaches 300 Million — 5hFollowing 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.
Woodside ditches clean energy targets, shifts $7bn investment — 1dWoodside Energy is abandoning its Scope 3 emissions targets and scrapping a US$5 billion plan for new energy products and lower-carbon services by 2030, shifting toward higher returns and reviewing projects like Beaumont New Ammonia as part of a broader strategic reset that coincides with a rise in half-year profits. The move drew sharp criticism from the Conservation Council of Western Australia, which called it grossly negligent and warned it betrays climate obligations while the company argues the energy transition pace requires reprioritization.
Commanders cut veteran safety Will Harris, reshaping secondary — 11hThe Washington Commanders released veteran safety Will Harris after one season and also cut Malik Spencer, while reallocating depth at linebacker and safety by signing Boogie Basham and safeties Joshuah Bledsoe and Quindell Johnson, with Drake Jackson placed on injured reserve. The roster reshaping comes as the team seeks added depth and finalizes its 53-man mix ahead of final cuts, following public remarks from coaches about ongoing competition and performance in camp.
Lawmakers Seek Tighter Export Controls on Foreign Intel — 14hA bipartisan group of lawmakers is pressing the Commerce Department to finalize rules that close gaps allowing Americans and U.S. companies to provide technology and services to civilian intelligence agencies in China, Russia, and other adversaries, arguing that 2018 laws excluded civilian agencies and 2022 rules remain unimplemented. The push comes amid concerns about national security and forthcoming U.S.-China engagement, with references to past operations like UAE's Project Raven and ongoing scrutiny of export controls and advanced tech like surveillance, cyber, and AI tools.
Judge orders full grand jury materials in Lemon case — 15hA Minnesota judge is demanding grand jury materials from the Justice Department as she weighs whether grounds exist to dismiss the Don Lemon case, reflecting a wider trend of increased skepticism toward prosecutors in grand jury proceedings. The episodes, including other judges in Wyoming, Illinois and Virginia scrutinizing prosecutors and prompting reforms, underscore growing concerns about grand-jury conduct and transparency nationwide.
Gatik secures $200M Series D for driverless freight — 11hGatik secured a $200 million Series D led by the Qatar Investment Authority and Koch Disruptive Technologies, signaling a shift from pilots to large-scale, driverless commercial deliveries. The round brings total external funding to about $500 million as the company reports over $600 million in contracted revenue and a growing middle-mile network serving major retailers like Walmart, PepsiCo, and Loblaw, with plans to scale its fleet and routes.
Marlins evaluate Pete Fairbanks after nerve irritation — 22hMiami Marlins closer Pete Fairbanks suffered nerve irritation and paralysis-like symptoms in his throwing arm, prompting re-evaluation and a potential IL stint as the team battles in a playoff race. Reports indicate this could test the bullpen depth as Fairbanks has endured a down season and previously dealt with similar issues in May, raising concerns about his availability for Miami’s late-season push.
India Abandons Front-Label Warnings on Chips, Soda — 20hA cross-border look at India’s fight over front-of-pack nutritional warnings shows big food firms continuing to resist prominent front labels, with regulators proposing a black-and-white table of sugar, fat and salt instead of colorful warnings and the Supreme Court now reviewing the decision amid concerns that up to 450 million Indians could be obese or overweight by 2050. Experts argue that interpretive labeling can promote healthier choices, but industry groups and regulators remain at odds over how to balance clarity, cultural cuisine differences, and portion control.
DR Congo Ebola Outbreak Expands, Death Toll Rises — 1dThe Democratic Republic of the Congo is grappling with the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in its history, centered in Ituri, with 5,514 confirmed cases and 2,642 deaths and a case fatality rate near 48%, including many deaths occurring outside treatment centers. While tens of thousands of vaccine doses have arrived, authorities warn Ervebo’s effectiveness against the Bundibugyo virus is unproven and call for scaled-up action to reach affected communities and bolster response efforts.
Lindsay Clancy Trial Highlights Postpartum Psychosis Risks — 2dPostpartum psychosis affects about 1 to 2 per 1,000 births and is drawing renewed attention through the Lindsay Clancy case, with survivors like Bridget Chesterton sharing their experiences to dispel myths and push for awareness and treatment. Celebrities and moms alike are opening up about postpartum mental health—Milano sharing her own anxiety story and other mothers speaking out—to stress that recognition and urgent support are essential.
Twins beat Athletics 9-6 in West Sacramento — 19hThe Minnesota Twins beat the Oakland Athletics 9-6 in West Sacramento to snap a three-game skid, with Zebby Matthews throwing seven innings of one-run ball and Josh Bell driving in three runs. Byron Buxton, Kaelen Culpepper and Ryan Kreidler contributed multi-hit nights as the Twins’ offense produced 16 hits, while the A’s rally fell short in the late innings.
Angel Reese Sets Rebounding Records in Dream Win — 20hAngel Reese set the WNBA single-game and season rebounding records with 26 boards as the Atlanta Dream topped the Los Angeles Sparks 78-71, extending their winning streak over LA to nine games. The performance came alongside strong showings from Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard, with Howard eclipsing 3,000 career points while Gray set a season record for field goals.
Rays Beat Tigers 4-1 as Rasmussen Extends Win Streak — 1dDrew Rasmussen worked six strong innings to earn the win against Detroit, allowing one run on three hits as the Rays opened their three-game series with a 3-1 victory and continued his solid run this season. With a 14-5 record and a 2.95 ERA, he’s poised to face the Mets next as Tampa Bay tries to maintain its AL East lead and rebound from recent struggles.
Injunction Clears LSU 2026-27 for RJ Luis Jr. — 1dA Louisiana judge granted RJ Luis Jr. a preliminary injunction allowing him to play for LSU in the 2026-27 season after challenging the NCAA’s eligibility ban tied to his two-way contract with the Utah Jazz. Luis, the 2024-25 Big East Player of the Year at St. John’s who went undrafted in 2025, would join LSU’s roster under coach Will Wade amid ongoing NCAA-SEC disputes over college eligibility rules.
Marte Nearing Return Amid Drama Before Phillies Series — 1dThe Arizona Diamondbacks are hopeful Ketel Marte will be activated from the 10-day IL soon as he rehabs a knee injury at Salt River Fields, with a tentative return around late August ahead of a critical Phillies series and a postseason push. The team has stressed giving Marte space to re-emerge and has faced ongoing clubhouse tension following his earlier absence and restricted-list stint.
Lions defeat Commanders 17-13 in preseason — 3dWashington Commanders coach Dan Quinn criticized the team’s preseason showing as disjointed and pledged to tighten complementary football, with ongoing work to sort center depth and protect quarterback Jayden Daniels while highlighting Sam Cosmi’s strong play. Meanwhile, undrafted rookie Jaden Bradley has emerged as a bright spot at receiver, drawing Quinn’s praise for his competitiveness and big-play potential, as other teams emphasized the evaluative takeaways from the Lions’ win and the ongoing personnel battles for Week 1 readiness.
Sharpe Out Six Months; Blazers Recast Backcourt — 1dPortland Trail Blazers guard Shaedon Sharpe suffered a torn meniscus and is expected to miss about six months, shelving him through much of the 2026-27 season. The injury depths the Blazers' wings after a breakout 20.8-point season, leaving room for others to step up during training camp and the season.
WestJet flight attendants ratify three-year contract — 1dWestJet flight attendants represented by CUPE Local 8125 have overwhelmingly ratified a tentative three-year contract that includes more than 18% in wage increases and new ground-work compensation, following a summer disruption that included strike threats and a partial network shutdown. Separately, BC court-approved settlement resolves a harassment-class action involving WestJet flight attendants, offering about $470 per claimant to more than 3,400 current and former female employees, without admitting liability.
Mark Mitchell transfers to Kentucky after court ruling allowing fifth season — 3dMissouri standout Mark Mitchell has committed to Kentucky for a fifth year of eligibility after a Kentucky judge granted him a temporary restraining order, enabling him to transfer despite ongoing NCAA disputes over the five-in-five rule. The move follows his summer Exhibit 10 with the Nuggets and places him on a Wildcats roster that could include other recent college standouts amid continued NCAA challenges to the fifth-year pathway.
FDA Extends Capricor Deramiocel BLA Review — 1dCapricor Therapeutics announced that the FDA has extended the PDUFA target action date for its Deramiocel BLA for Duchenne muscular dystrophy from August 22, 2026 to November 22, 2026, following the submission of a BLA amendment with 24-month HOPE-3 open-label data and analyses supporting a refined indication focused on preserving upper limb function. The FDA classified the amendment as a major review and Capricor contends the extended data strengthen the case for addressing a significant unmet medical need in DMD, with HOPE-3 meeting its primary endpoint.
Harry resigns from African Parks board — 1dPrince Harry has stepped down from his role on the board of African Parks after a decade, as the charity conducts a governance refresh and expresses gratitude for his service; he remains an active supporter of its conservation mission. The announcements come amid ongoing scrutiny of the charity following past allegations of human rights abuses by its rangers, with the organization noting changes to strengthen governance while acknowledging his ten-year commitment.
Court closures in Zambia ahead of election petition deadline — 1dZambia shut down court premises nationwide on the final day to file a petition challenging the presidential election results, with police tape barriers and sealed High and Supreme Courts amid security concerns. Opposition candidate Brian Mundubile, who finished second and alleges irregularities, remains in hiding as preparations for President Hakainde Hichilema’s inauguration continue, drawing warnings from rights groups about the impact on democracy.
Nvidia Raises AI-Server Prices, Licenses Poolside Tech — 4dNxvidia’s quarterly results, alongside the Federal Reserve’s Jackson Hole gathering, are poised to steer markets as yields rise and AI-related optimism clashes with uncertainty about the policy path. Investors await fresh signals on inflation, interest rates, and whether the AI-driven equity rally can withstand higher borrowing costs and evolving guidance from the Fed.
