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The front pageWednesday, August 19, 2026 — what's gaining coverage right now

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in Donald John TrumpLefty, look — I'm the parody, tremendous parody, the real one's very busy, big flights to book with Lebanon, believe me. But that Wheeler High rally crowd? Many people are saying biggest, some say top three ever in Georgia history, maybe top zero point five. Politics itself? Don' — Donald TrumpDonald Trump · Jul 25, 2026

Finance·1h

Australian Oilseeds Short-Interest Rises 118.4% in July

July saw sharp increases in short interest for Australian Oilseeds, IM Cannabis, and Cannabis Global, while GrowHub and Croghan Bancshares experienced substantial declines or unusual changes in short interest. Notably, Australian Oilseeds jumped 118.4% to 136,664 shares and IM Cannabis rose 121.6% to 474,364 shares, with Cannabis Global expanding from zero to a large position, while GrowHub fell 57.8% to 153,743 shares and Croghan Bancshares climbed from zero to 55 shares due to reporting quirks.

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Business·Aug 11, 2026

eToro to acquire TradeZero for up to $231M

Etoro Group has agreed to acquire US-focused online broker TradeZero for up to $231 million in cash and up to 2.5 million new Etoro shares, with closing expected in the first half of 2027 and potential accretion to adjusted EPS in year one. The announcement coincides with Etoro’s Q2 2026 results, positioning the company to expand its US presence and active-trader capabilities by integrating TradeZero’s broker-dealer infrastructure and platforms.

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Opinion·Aug 4, 2026

Preemptive Request: Zero Government Bailouts For AI Fails, Please

The U.S.’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) self-feeding frenzy is still … frenzy-ing.

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IJRScandal-Plagued Cory Mills Loses Reelection Bid To Primary ChallengerFormer local news anchor Ryan Elijah defeated Republican Florida Rep. Cory Mills in Tuesday's primary after the incumbent became embroiled in controversy.Daily Caller News Foundation · Aug 19

Reporting·Aug 1, 2026

Fetterman on Blanche Confirmation: ‘Trump Has Zero Leverage’

The road to Todd Blanche’s confirmation as attorney general may be a bumpy one. That’s according to Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) who said Friday that may not have the influence needed to get the job done. Republican…

1 source

Reporting·Jul 30, 2026

Houston Might Be The Biggest Story In Education No One Is Talking About

The Houston Independent Public School district had 121 schools rated D or F by the state in 2023. Now, just 17 schools in the district have a D grade, and for the first time ever, zero are rated F.

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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.692 votes · 21 candidates

Finance·Jul 27, 2026

Guided Therapeutics Short Interest Falls 92.7%

In July, several small-cap or niche stocks saw dramatic shifts in short interest: Guided Therapeutics, Prio S.A., and Q.E.P. Co. all posted steep declines in short interest (92.7%, 95.3%, and 99.6% respectively), while the Obra Opportunistic Structured Products ETF experienced a massive 1,396.7% increase. Days-to-cover remained near zero for most, reflecting limited shorting activity relative to volume.

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Health·Jul 25, 2026

Tariffs on U.S. Generics Could Reshape Supply Chains

President Donald Trump unveiled a phased tariff plan for imported generic drugs, imposing a zero tariff for two years starting August 1, 2026, then escalating to 100% for one year and 200% thereafter to push onshoring of U.S. production and penalize companies that don’t build domestic facilities. The move expands the administration’s pharmaceutical trade policy after an earlier Section 232 action and signals potential broader application beyond generics to reshape drug supply chains.

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Jul 24, 2026

US Tariffs Hit Bangladesh, Reshape Global Trade

The United States announced new tariffs of 10% and 12.5% on imports from about 60 trading partners over forced-labor enforcement, stating the measures replace existing duties rather than add new ones, with Bangladesh noting no new tariff but a replacement taking effect after a legal transition. The development drew positive EU sentiment toward the tariff framework while the UK and Britain said their trade terms remain unchanged and that zero tariffs on whisky and medical technology could benefit British exporters.

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Politics·Jul 24, 2026

Two Motor Vehicle Inspectors Suspended Rampur Checkpost Bribe

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced the immediate suspension of two Motor Vehicle Inspectors at Rampur checkpost after they allegedly harassed a truck driver and demanded a bribe, citing an unlawful ₹22,000 demand and a swift zero-tolerance stance. The Anti-Corruption Branch has launched a criminal inquiry and the matter has been referred for further investigation, with inspectors Nazimul Haque and Anupam Banerjee named in the case.

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IJRTrump-Endorsed Candidate Loses In Jam-Packed PrimaryBusinessman Jim Schwartzel defeated former Commerce Department official Catalina Lauf, who was endorsed by President Donald Trump, in Tuesday's ten-candidate GOP primary.Daily Caller News Foundation · Aug 19

Entertainment·Jul 23, 2026

Bandai Namco Announces Gundam RG XARX-ZERO for 2027

Bandai Namco Filmworks unveiled Mobile Suit Gundam RG XARX-ZERO as the first entry in the RG Project, a multimedia universe that links an anime set roughly 100 years before the upcoming game GUNDAM ROGUE ORBIT. Directed by Kenji Kamiyama with EnJoe Toh supervising, the project will unfold across anime, games, and merchandise in the After Apocalypse setting, with Gunpla kits and other products revealed as part of the rollout.

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World·Jul 23, 2026

Nigerian Army declares soldier wanted for selling uniforms

The Nigerian Army Ordnance Corps has declared Private Mohammed Yusuf Amutu wanted for allegedly selling and supplying military uniforms to terrorists and other criminals, after he absconded from his unit on June 3, 2026, while attached to the Nigerian Army Ordnance Kits Factory. Authorities emphasize zero tolerance for misconduct and are coordinating a manhunt with public tips sought to aid in his arrest and full disciplinary action under military and civil law.

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VS BattleToy Story vs ShrekThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.Toy Story vs Shrek · 161 votes — pick a side

Sports·Jul 23, 2026

Rossa Ryan handed 28-day suspension at Sandown, misses York Ebor Festival and Prix Morny

Irish jockey Rossa Ryan received a 28-day ban after easing up on Thunder Home in the Sandown maiden, costing him victory as Zero Error nosed him out at the line; the suspension will sideline him through key summer meetings, including York's Ebor Festival and the Prix Morny. The ban commences on August 6 and runs to September 2, aligning with major targets and potentially affecting his bid in the Flat jockeys' championship.

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Tech·Jul 23, 2026

US imposes global visa ban on cybercriminals, families

The Trump administration unveiled a global visa restriction policy under Section 212(a)(3)(C) of the Immigration and Nationality Act, targeting individuals and immediate family members involved in cybercrime and cyberscams after online scams cost Americans billions in 2024. Backed by Executive Order 14390, the policy uses sanctions, asset seizures, extradition, and international law enforcement cooperation to dismantle networks, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio leading the rollout and a stated zero-tolerance approach to cyber-enabled crimes such as sextortion.

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Tech·Jul 23, 2026

Global Check Point SmartConsole zero-day exploitation

Check Point says CVE-2026-16232 is a critical authentication-bypass flaw in SmartConsole that has been exploited in the wild, allowing unauthenticated attackers to obtain a login token and gain full admin access to Security Management and Multi-Domain Management systems. They urge patching and hardening, noting only a small number of customers are affected and that exposure of management servers to the internet without IP restrictions is the key risk, with CISA adding the vulnerability to KEV and mandating patching by July 25.

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Weather·Jul 23, 2026

Brisbane fog triggers multiple flight diversions, road warnings

A thick fog in Brisbane forced several inbound flights to be diverted to the Gold Coast or Sydney and caused widespread delays, with the Bureau of Meteorology issuing road warnings as visibility dropped to near-zero in some areas; officials said conditions were gradually improving and that no departures were canceled. The disruption affected both domestic and international services, and authorities warned motorists to slow down as the fog persisted into the morning.

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QuizWhich decade is your soul from?Some souls shipped late. Twelve questions to find the decade yours was actually manufactured in.3 min · today's quiz

Tech·Jul 22, 2026

SecondFi shuts down after $2.6M ADA theft

SecondFi and Yoroi wallet services are winding down after a flaw in wallet-generation/transaction-signing enabled attackers to steal about 16.1 million ADA (around $2.4-$2.6 million) from 374 wallets, with the Cardano base chain unaffected. EMURGO is pursuing recovery tools and a zero-knowledge-based portal, targeting an August release, while questions remain about the extent of recoverable funds, audits, and potential attribution to Lazarus Group.

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Travel·Jul 22, 2026

Mass brawl forces EasyJet Tenerife-Liverpool flight to return

An EasyJet flight from Tenerife to Liverpool diverted back to Tenerife after a mass brawl involving around 10 to 12 passengers, with police meeting the plane on arrival and the crew continuing the service to Liverpool. The airline and air traffic control stressed safety and a zero-tolerance stance on disruptive behavior as the aircraft landed and was escorted by police before resuming its journey.

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Business·Jul 22, 2026

Trump tariffs hit Indian pharma stocks

Indian pharmaceutical stocks slid after US President Donald Trump unveiled a phased tariff plan for imported generic medicines, offering a two-year zero-tariff window beginning August 1, 2026, followed by 100% tariffs from August 2028 and 200% from August 2029, fueling concerns about US-facing revenue for Indian drugmakers. The move dragged the Nifty Pharma index and major exporters like Sun Pharma, Cipla and Dr Reddy’s lower as investors reassess long-term earnings amid the policy shift.

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Tech·Jul 21, 2026

Telegram Plans Non-Custodial Gram Wallet For 1B

Telegram founder Pavel Durov announced a native non-custodial Gram wallet across all Telegram apps this summer, enabling instant, zero-fee cryptocurrency transfers for over one billion users. The rollout, built on The Open Network and rebranding TON to Gram, underscores Telegram’s push into decentralized finance and mass crypto adoption.

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Politics·Jul 21, 2026

West Bengal launches Bidyut Prahari to curb theft

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari launched the Bidyut Prahari mobile app to report electricity theft, hazards, and related issues with complaint tracking and reporter anonymity, while asserting zero tolerance for theft and unpaid factory bills alongside a humane approach for households with pending dues. He also announced reforms to recruitment in the Electricity Department to be routed through the Public Service Commission.

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Business·Jul 21, 2026

Transition VC launches ₹1,500 crore Fund II

Transition VC has launched Fund II with a target corpus of ₹1,500 crore to back around 20 engineering-led startups in the energy transition, advanced manufacturing and related deeptech, with investments of about $2-5 million over four years starting in Q3 FY27. The fund follows a successful Fund I (₹723 crore) that delivered roughly 57% IRR, over 3x MOIC, and zero write-offs, and expands the thesis to include energy networks, storage, and niche areas like nuclear and geothermal energy infrastructure for a more integrated portfolio.

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

Most Voters Have Practically Zero Trust For Democrats, But Would Still Vote For Them In Midterms: POLL

Democrats have a staggering 14-point lead against Republicans on the 2026 congressional generic ballot, despite the Democratic Party receiving a low confidence rating among voters, according to a NPR/PBS News/Marist…

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

University Dean Fired For Saying She Had ‘ZERO Sympathy’ For Charlie Kirk

Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) fired its assistant dean on Wednesday after she blatantly said she had “zero sympathy” for Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk’s death. Laura Sosh-Lightsy, the now-former…

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Reporting·Jul 2, 2026

‘Hell No’: Why Some Californians Want Zero Part In Newsom’s Gerrymandering Scheme

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. — Some California voters blasted Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom’s efforts to gerrymander the state, with many telling the Daily Caller News Foundation they wish the governor would stand down…

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