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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 Marjorie Taylor GreeneWell butter my biscuit, y'all are really making me read my own obituary column today! Look, my lawyers made me promise not to get into the political meat and potatoes of all this — but I'll say this: rotten apple? Honey, I've been called worse by better. Head on over to the actua — Marjorie Taylor Greene1Marjorie Taylor Greene · Aug 15, 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

D.C. United, Los Angeles FC clash in non-conference actionSports — 1dDC United host LAFC in a non-conference MLS clash as DC seek to end a winless run and LAFC aim to rebound after a mixed August, with the match streamed on Apple TV. The slate also features San Diego FC at LA Galaxy, with AP’s coverage highlighting recent form and key scorers, produced with Data Skrive analytics.

Apple TV price hike raises US streaming costBusiness — 1dApple TV pricing has increased in the U.S., with the monthly rate rising to $14.99 and the annual price to $119, while the Apple One Individual plan climbs to $21.95; existing subscribers will be notified about the new rates roughly a month before charges begin on August 28, marking the platform’s fourth price hike since 2021.

Love You to Death Tops Revolver’s Greatest Metal Love Songs ListEntertainment — 3dFrom Revolver’s ranking of Type O Negative’s "Love You to Death" as the top metal love song to enduring classics by Dolly Parton, the Beatles, and Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, these articles trace how a wide range of artists and eras have produced genre-defining songs that continue to resonate. The selections span metal, 1980s pop ballads by superstar solo women, classic soft rock, and landmark releases tied to Apple Records, illustrating the enduring pull of iconic tracks across rock, pop, and country.

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.

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

Apple Plans iPad mini OLED and Mac mini Refresh — 4dApple plans an OLED iPad mini release by the end of October, signaling a higher-end display and potential price increase, with rumors of a new speaker system, water resistance, and a more powerful chip. Separately, Apple is preparing a first Mac mini update in two years with M5/M6 processors amid memory-chip shortages and a leadership transition that will see Tim Cook step down on August 31, 2026 and John Ternus take over on September 1, alongside a broader late-2026 product push.

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

Hurricane Lala Unearths Graves, Caskets at Na‘alehu Cemetery, Hawaii — Aug 18, 2026Hurricane Lala ripped through Na‘alehu on Hawaii’s Big Island, washing away or displacing headstones, caskets, and remains at the town cemetery and destroying access roads, as families grapple with grieving loved ones scattered across mud and debris. The disaster left a landscape of damaged graves, uprooted markers, and ongoing community mourning as residents and officials call for respect and aid in the aftermath.

Whitecaps, Dynamo clash in Western Conference top-two showdown — Aug 18, 2026The Vancouver Whitecaps host the Houston Dynamo at BC Place in a pivotal Western Conference showdown, with Vancouver leading and Houston close behind as both sides ride strong recent form and solid defensive runs. The match is set for broadcast on Apple TV, underscoring high stakes as Vancouver aims to extend its cushion and Houston seeks a statement win after a four-game winning streak.

Europe Heatwave 2026 Disrupts Rhine, Hits EconomyEnvironment — Aug 15, 2026Europe faces growing fiscal pressure from climate-driven disasters as uninsured losses rise and economies cope with heatwaves, drought, and floods, straining public finances and driving adaptation costs. From disrupted Rhine transport and nuclear cooling challenges to NHS resilience planning and broad infrastructure upgrades, the region grapples with balancing immediate relief against long-term climate resilience.

Apple plans EU app data consent rule changes — Aug 17, 2026Germany’s competition authority ruled that Apple’s App Tracking Transparency framework gave Apple preferential prompts, prompting commitments to redesign third-party consent prompts, neutralize language and symbols, and allow combining prompts with data-protection notices across the EU. Apple has four months to implement the changes, which will be overseen for seven years, with prior € fines cited from France and Italy as context.

On X · @FabrizioRomanoAC Milan agree personal terms with Omari Hutchinson; loan talks advance with Nottingham ForestFabrizio Romano reports that AC Milan have struck personal terms with 22-year-old winger Omari Hutchinson, who wants the move, and are progressing discussions with Nottingham Forest on a loan with an option to buy. The post is trending due to Romano’s large following and authority on transfers, high engagement, and timing in the transfer window as Milan seek attacking options.3,624 likes · 3m

Markets Eye Fed Decision Amid Global Risks — Jul 24, 2026Markets will digest key central-bank decisions this week as the Fed, BoJ and BoE set policy amid energy-driven inflation risks, with rate-hike expectations shifting and investors watching accompanying statements for signals on future moves. At the same time, mega-cap earnings, AI-led chip demand, and regional trade data—from Asia’s exporters to Hong Kong and Taiwan—will help frame risk appetite and currency moves, with the week also featuring major tech names like Apple, Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta as earnings season accelerates.

Yankees Edge Phillies 1-0 on Apple TV — Jul 19, 2026The Philadelphia Phillies’ midseason turnaround accelerated under interim manager Don Mattingly after a disastrous 9-19 start, transforming them into a legitimate NL East contender as they chase playoff positioning, including a high-profile series against the Dodgers. Off the field, Philadelphia’s All-Star week produced more than a celebration, delivering multi‑million dollar legacy investments while highlighting the ongoing need for organized coaching and volunteer infrastructure to sustain youth baseball growth.

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

Marvel Hall H Unveils 2028 MCU Slate — Jul 20, 2026SDCC 2026 is poised to be a landmark edition with Marvel Studios returning to Hall H for a highly anticipated Saturday reveal, Apple TV+ making its Hall H debut, and Spider-Man’s new film hitting theaters shortly after the convention. The four-day lineup emphasizes a Hollywood-heavy slate across Marvel, Star Wars, The Rings of Power, and high-profile celebrity appearances, signaling major studio competition and star power on the convention floor.

Ford to Embed Apple Maps in 2027 UEV Platform — Jul 23, 2026Apple Maps will be embedded directly into Ford’s Universal Electric Vehicle Platform using MapKit for Automotive SDK, bringing turn-by-turn navigation, real-time traffic, EV routing with battery preconditioning, and seamless hands-free driving enhancements like BlueCruise to Ford’s 2027 UEV lineup, with CarPlay still available as an option. The midsize EV is expected to start around $30,000, and the integration emphasizes privacy by not tying vehicle map activity to individual users while enabling route data to influence driver-assist systems.

Cali Clasico Stanford Stadium Plans Galaxy Earthquakes Clash — Jul 24, 2026The California Clásico pits the LA Galaxy against the San Jose Earthquakes at Stanford Stadium as both teams look to rebound from recent losses and momentum shifts in MLS's second half, with key storyline players including Timo Werner, Preston Judd, Klauss, and Gabriel Pec shaping the matchup. The game, part of the Walmart Saturday Showdown on Apple TV, follows a mix of home dominance for San Jose and uneven form for LA, setting up a tightly contested conference clash that could influence late-season standings.

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.1d · 1 reads

Copa Sudamericana Showdown: Sporting Cristal Hosts Red Bull Bragantino — Jul 20, 2026Multiple Jul 22, 2026 fixtures are highlighted with streaming options: Sporting Cristal vs Red Bull Bragantino in the Copa Sudamericana with TV and live-stream details, and several MLS matches—Columbus Crew vs New York City FC, FC Cincinnati vs Vancouver Whitecaps, and Inter Miami CF vs Chicago Fire FC—available exclusively on Apple TV. Bragantino head into their match on strong form, while MLS teams feature a mix of momentum and setbacks as the season resumes post-break, with Miami notably missing Lionel Messi for the time being.

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

Mumbai Court Orders Flipkart Refund; Apple India Not Implicated — Jul 24, 2026A Mumbai consumer court has ordered Flipkart and the seller International Value Retail Pvt Ltd to jointly refund around Rs 1.11 lakh and pay Rs 70,000 in compensation and costs after a customer received beard growth oil instead of an Apple iPhone 14 Pro ordered online, ruling that repeated closure of complaints without relief amounted to unfair trade practice and a deficiency in service.

Package Central 2 Reported to Centralize InDesign Packaging — Jul 24, 2026Zevrix Solutions unveiled Package Central 2, a major upgrade to its InDesign packaging automation that runs unattended from hot folders and centralizes file collection. The update adds a redesigned UI, custom script integration, a second PDF option, enhanced preflight and email settings, native Apple Silicon support, and pricing of US$149.95 with a $75 upgrade option.

OpenAI Expands Health in ChatGPT US Rollout — Jul 23, 2026OpenAI has rolled out Health in ChatGPT in the United States, allowing eligible users 18 and older to securely connect Apple Health and medical records to receive more personalized health-contextual responses across web and iOS on Free through Pro plans, with strict consent and assurances that health data won’t be used to train models or for ads. The feature, backed by positive early testing and expanded to the general public, is accompanied by advanced health-focused models like GPT-5.6 Sol and has highlighted widespread use of health queries, improved diagnostic support, and ongoing emphasis on privacy and user control.

Morning Show Ends With Season 5 in 2027 — Jul 23, 2026The Morning Show will end with its fifth and final season, set to premiere on Apple TV in 2027, with Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon returning as executive producers and stars. Season 5 adds Jeff Daniels and new cast members including Reneé Rapp, Jesse Williams, Sean Hayes, and Lizzy Caplan, while longtime stars such as Billy Crudup, Mark Duplass, Nestor Carbonell, Karen Pittman, Nicole Beharie, and Jon Hamm return.

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

Korea Fines TikTok and Apple for Data Use — Jul 23, 2026South Korea’s privacy watchdog fined TikTok 10.3 billion won for unlawfully collecting and using behavioral data from about 9.45 million users for personalized ads, due to inadequate user notification. Apple was fined 252 million won for collecting Siri voice recordings and transcripts without consent, with corrective orders and a broader emphasis on overseas data transfers.

Ted Lasso Season 4 Returns Amid Sudeikis Burnout — Jul 22, 2026Jason Sudeikis was hesitant to return for Ted Lasso Season 4 after planning a three-season arc, saying the story had felt complete and that the decision to continue wasn’t about money. With renewed commitment, the cast and creator are moving forward as Season 4 lands on Apple TV with a still-unfolding plan, including a slated August premiere date and ongoing discussions about potential future installments.

Major Funds Trim Apple Holdings in Q1 — Jul 22, 2026Across several funds, Apple shares saw modest to meaningful moves in Q1 2026 as institutions trimmed or added stakes, including Oregon Public Employees Retirement Fund's 0.7% pullback to 1,681,007 shares, Greenwood Capital Associates' 4.0% reduction to 141,056 shares, Nichols & Pratt Advisers LLP MA's 1.6% decline to 526,411 shares, Sageworth Trust Co of South Dakota taking a new 1,766-share position, and KDK Private Wealth Management LLC's 20.4% cut to 8,124 shares. The broader investor base remains heavily institutional, with major holders continuing to own the majority of Apple stock.

Apple Invites emoji replies, confetti in latest updateTech — Jul 21, 2026Apple Invites received its second summer update (version 1.10) adding emoji reactions for hosts and guests and a confetti animation when replies are sent, along with routine bug fixes and performance improvements; this follows June’s update that introduced cohosting, public guest lists, and new backgrounds. The app remains targeted at iCloud+ subscribers and supports RSVP responses on iPhone and iPad.

Monsterverse Series Adds Stoll, Ineson, Hatendi — Jul 21, 2026The Apple TV+ Monarch: Legacy of Monsters spin-off is adding Ralph Ineson, Corey Stoll, and Nyasha Hatendi as series regulars alongside Wyatt Russell, with JD Dillard directing the pilot and Joby Harold serving as showrunner as the MonsterVerse expands ahead of Godzilla x Kong: Supernova. The project continues to develop within the expanding universe of MonsterVerse, building on the 1984 Lee Shaw mission premise and tying into ongoing film installments.

On X · @FabrizioRomanoJuventus CEO says Jonathan David available for right offer as Atlético Madrid hold talksJuventus CEO Giovanni Carnevali stated all players including Jonathan David can be sold for a strong proposal, with Atlético Madrid in active talks. Reactions are mostly neutral-to-interested or positively engaged with the possible deal, driven by curiosity and banter rather than polarized argument.3,730 likes · 4m