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in Republican-controlled
Which of these GOP priorities—cutting food stamp fraud liability, restricting migrant benefits, or rolling back EV mandates—will have the biggest impact on voters in 2024?
— Sam Okafor
Sam Okafor · 19h
in YouTube
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
in Harvard University
What should determine the limits of federal power over a private university—campus policy disputes, national security concerns, or something else entirely?
— Dana Whitfield
Dana Whitfield · 1d
in Los Angeles
Given the sharply divergent framings of LA's unrest—accountability vs. overreach, spending vs. results—where do you think the coverage gets it right or wrong?
— Marcus Bell
Marcus Bell · 3d
in United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement
How should the costs of enforcement operations—property damage, injuries, and security deployments—factor into public debate over ICE's tactics and funding?
— Rachel Meyers
Rachel Meyers · 3d
in Barack Obama
Given the mix of policy criticism, personal stories, and coup allegations in this week's Obama coverage, which storyline deserves more scrutiny and which is getting overblown?
— Chris Dalton
Chris Dalton · 4d
in Barack Obama
Do the newly released documents constitute credible evidence of wrongdoing by Obama-era officials, or are they being overstated for political effect?
— Nicole Hardy
Nicole Hardy · 5d
in Gavin Newsom
Given the mixed coverage—redistricting backlash, oil policy shifts, legal clashes with Trump's team—what does Newsom's recent record suggest about his 2028 strategy and its risks?
— Maya Lindstrom
Maya Lindstrom · 6d
Kennedy Center Debates Trump Name Amid Renovations
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The Trump administration has floated the possibility that the Kennedy Center could be demolished or taken down if its planned renovation and branding moves—including inscribing President Trump’s name on the façade—are blocked or delayed, arguing the center would deteriorate otherwise. DOJ filings describe a two-year closure for renovations and even an outdoor amphitheater, framing the project as essential and highlighting ongoing litigation over naming and control of the center.
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Nepal-Tibet Floods: Thousands Missing, Hundreds Dead
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Catastrophic flash floods and landslides across Nepal and Tibet have killed roughly 150–160 people and left hundreds missing, including dozens of Australians and Americans among the unaccounted. Governments are coordinating relief efforts, with Australia and the United States urging citizens to follow local guidance, seek higher ground, and contact consular services for welfare checks and aid.
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Meta Reaches 48-State Teen Safety Settlement
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Meta, led by Instagram's Adam Mosseri, faces a 29-state federal trial accusing Instagram and Facebook of addictive design that harms children and violates federal law by mishandling under-13 data, with potential penalties up to hundreds of billions of dollars. Mosseri is a central witness as the Oakland trial unfolds, amid related actions and prior judgments over platform safety and child addiction.
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Harald V Dies; Haakon VIII Becomes King
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Norway’s King Harald V dies, and his son Haakon Magnus becomes King Haakon VIII, marking a transition after decades of preparation and regency duties. Haakon’s early reign faces public scrutiny over his family’s past but is framed as a continuation of Norway’s constitutional monarchy and the monarchy’s effort to stabilize its popularity and duties on the world stage.
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Swing-State Dem Announces Plan To Tie Up Gun Stores With Red Tape
Harold Hutchison · 4 min · 1d
Nepal Border Floods: Hundreds Dead, 1,300 Missing
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A sudden Bhote Koshi flood in Nepal, likely a GLOF from the Tibetan side, has triggered a large-scale emergency response with the Nepal Army, Armed Police Force, and Nepal Police deployed, medical teams dispatched, and helicopters mobilized to evacuate downstream communities and maintain high alert along the Trishuli corridor. Authorities are coordinating through the NDRRMA with PM Shah and the council holding meetings as private helicopters are placed on standby and helplines activated, expanding rescue and relief efforts as the flood threat widens downstream.
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Most underrated cities in America
America'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
Court actions shape USPS mail-in rules for 2026 midterms
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The 2026 midterms are shaping up as a battle over Trump’s enduring influence, with mixed predictions on House and Senate control and the potential for executive actions and court rulings to influence governance and oversight. Beyond the national race, local battles and policy fights—from Confederate-named schools and stricter mail-in voting rules under the Trump administration to Heidi Overton’s FDA nomination and the Supreme Court’s shadow docket—could reshape reproductive rights, voting access, and the balance of power.
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Markets Price Fed Rate Hike Amid Sticky Inflation
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Former RBI governor Raghuram Rajan urged the Fed to hike now, arguing that inflation remains strong and financial conditions are not restrictive, and he backs Warsh's hawkish stance. July inflation data kept odds of a September rate hike in play, with PCE up and Boston Fed President Susan Collins signaling rates may need to rise again if inflation stalls.
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Toyota July Global Sales Fall 5.3% to 912,683
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Toyota’s global July vehicle sales fell about 5% year over year to roughly 856,000–913,000 units, with production down around 2%, as demand weakness in China and disruptions in the Middle East weighed on results while Japan and Europe remained resilient and North America held steady or near flat. China’s sharp drop and higher petrol prices offset gains in Japan and Europe, with a rising share of electrified vehicles helping offset some weakness in traditional models.
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Hutchmed Secures NMPA Approval for ATLED ICC
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HUTCHMED announced conditional NMPA approval for ATLED (fanregratinib), an FGFR1/2/3 inhibitor, to treat adult patients with advanced FGFR2-fusion intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma after prior systemic therapy, with China commercialization planned under the ATLED name. The pivotal data show a 42.5% objective response rate, rapid onset, and durable disease control, supporting a Phase IIIb confirmatory program alongside ongoing commercialization in China.
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Spurs Fans Rally Behind “Together Again Tomorrow” Post
Tottenham Hotspur’s official account post about reuniting ahead of the Newcastle match draws overwhelmingly supportive reactions from fans, with hype and encouragement dominating over any mild criticism.
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Dolly Parton Dies; Global Tributes Continue
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President 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.
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Bhote Koshi Flood: 270 Dead, Hundreds Missing
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A flash flood in the Bhote Koshi River across Rasuwa and nearby districts left roughly 384 tourists missing, including 291 foreign nationals and 93 Nepali citizens, with search and rescue operations coordinated by the Nepal Tourism Board, local authorities, and travel agencies. Separately, nearly 400 Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims were left out of contact after the same floods, prompting government emergency measures and mobilization of rescue and relief resources.
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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese · 157 votes — pick a side
Nepal-Tibet Floods Kill Hundreds, Thousands Missing
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In Nepal, an ice-and-rock avalanche triggered catastrophic flash floods along the Bhotekoshi and nearby rivers, killing at least eight and leaving about 384 tourists unaccounted, including 291 from the United States, United Kingdom, India and Malaysia. Rescue teams from India and China are aiding the worst-hit Rasuwa district as authorities warn residents to avoid riverbanks and the disaster devastates villages, roads, and hydropower infrastructure.
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Glacier Collapse Triggers Nepal-Tibet Floods
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From India’s Rajouri district to the Philippines’ Bulacan province and Bulgaria’s Blagoevgrad region, relentless floods and related damage—destroyed crops, road washouts, evacuations, and outages—are testing local infrastructure and prompting criticism of flood-control projects and governance. Authorities have declared states of disaster, ordered evacuations and closures, and are coordinating rescue and recovery efforts as communities seek restoration and compensation.
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Google plans EU spam-policy tweak to avert fines
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Google will not apply manual actions under its site reputation abuse policy to European Economic Area search results starting August 30, 2026, effectively separating how parasite SEO demotions are enforced in the EU from elsewhere in the world. The change comes amid EU regulatory scrutiny and DMA penalties, prompting a regional split in spam enforcement and eliciting industry commentary on Google’s stance and strategy.
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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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Jed York Arrested in Ohio; Divorcing
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San Francisco 49ers owner and CEO Jed York was arrested in East Palestine, Ohio over the weekend on charges that were amended to disorderly conduct and possessing criminal tools; he pleaded no contest and received a short jail stay with fines paid. The 49ers have not issued a public comment on the case.
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The world food IQ test
Fifteen questions about what the world actually eats. Score high and the AI certifies your palate. Score low and it recommends a food court.
4 min · today's quiz
Meta Teen Safety Settlement Reaches $18 Billion
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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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Lockerbie Delays; 9/11 Trial Set
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A U.S. federal judge postponed Abu Agila Mas’ud Kheir Al-Marimi’s trial for the 1988 Pan Am Flight 103 bombing after prosecutors disclosed new evidence the defense seeks to examine, scheduling a Sept. 1 hearing to discuss the case’s status. The bombing, which killed 270 people and involved Libyan leadership alleged to have directed the attack, marks the first U.S. trial in connection with the Lockerbie disaster and underscores the ongoing complexity and significance of the nearly 40-year-old investigation.
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Trump Renames Lake Ontario to Lake America
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President Donald Trump said the United States is seriously considering renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America as trade talks with Canada stall and business ties with Ontario cool. He tied the proposal to heightened tensions, including threats of higher tariffs and ongoing sparring with Ontario's Doug Ford.
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Norway's King Harald V Dies; Haakon Becomes King
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King Harald V of Norway has died at 89, triggering the automatic succession of his son Haakon as king, amid a period of renewed scrutiny over the royal family. The death also follows controversy surrounding Queen Mette-Marit’s past correspondence with Jeffrey Epstein, which has intensified public debate around the monarchy.
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Kim, Putin Near Completion Of First-Ever Road Link As Military Partnership Grows
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Meta Settlement Reaches $17-18B for Youth Safety
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Meta has agreed to a settlement of about $16.7–$17 billion with 47 states and a bipartisan coalition of 51 state attorneys general to resolve claims that Facebook and Instagram harmed teens, ending the Oakland trial with mandatory safety measures such as daily usage limits, nighttime blocks, enhanced age verification, and strengthened parental controls. The deal also requires platform changes to curb youth addiction and restrict data practices, while Meta denies wrongdoing.
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Dolly Parton Dies at 80; Global Tributes
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Country icon Dolly Parton died at age 80, with the news confirmed by her nephew on Instagram and tributes pouring in worldwide. She left a six-decade legacy as a songwriter and star of hits like Jolene and 9 to 5, coupled with philanthropy through her Imagination Library that helped millions.
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Dolly Parton Dies; Library Expands Globally
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Following 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.
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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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Dolly Parton Dies; Dollywood Stake Revealed, Plans Announced
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Dollywood 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.
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On X · @FabrizioRomano
Chelsea sell David Datro Fofana to Servette FC permanently for €2.5m + add-ons
Swiss club Servette FC completed a permanent deal for Chelsea striker David Datro Fofana for €2.5m plus €1m in add-ons. The transfer news from Fabrizio Romano was widely accepted by fans with resigned banter and jokes about Chelsea's losses rather than controversy.
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