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Two Barrier Lakes Grow as Toll RisesWorld — 4dA large barrier lake formed at the confluence of the Chhochen Khola and Purepu Tsangpo near the Nepal border is overflowing, with about 2 million cubic meters of water and up to 3 million more expected in the next three days, creating a high breach risk and prompting flood simulations and emergency rescue planning by Chinese authorities. The situation follows a devastating dam-break flood and mudslide in Nepal and Tibet, with hundreds killed or missing, ongoing evacuations, and international relief efforts surrounding the disaster zone.

NWU Researchers Win National FellowshipsScience — 2dA diverse array of STEM opportunities are expanding access to research and careers worldwide, from NWU researchers earning national fellowships for water quality and honeybee health, to Caldwell University's expanding high-school biotechnology fellowship and new undergraduate science scholarships. At the policy level, NASA fellowships and NIH intramural-extramural collaboration guidance illustrate how governmental programs and institutional policies steer funding, training, and cross-institution collaboration across the U.S.

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Manchester United Fan Account Jokes That Bruno Fernandes Matched Rayan Cherki’s 4 Goal Contributions in a Single Game

Popular Man Utd fan account @UTDTrey highlights Bruno Fernandes equaling Rayan Cherki’s early-season 4 G/A total in one match, sparking club-line banter and debate over opposition strength and player quality during the 2026/27 season start.

“Cherki hype for 4 G/A, just for Bruno to match it in one game😂😂😂”

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UAE intercepts drone over territorial waters from IranWorld — 4hUAE defence authorities said its air force intercepted a drone approaching from Iran over the country’s territorial waters, with air defences remaining on high alert. Iranian military statements meanwhile claimed retaliatory strikes against US bases in the region and vowed to safeguard security around the Strait of Hormuz, signaling escalating regional tensions.

Bodies Recovered Across Rivers, Several MissingWeather — 3dA string of river-related fatalities and missing persons were reported across the West to the Southeast, including a Grand Canyon flood death with 15 others unaccounted for, plus recovered bodies in the Ohio River, the Columbia River, and Beaufort County waterways as investigators work to determine causes and connections. Authorities emphasize that the incidents are not believed to be connected while continuing to identify victims and gather details.

On X · @FabrizioRomanoLiverpool agree deal for Saint-Étienne striker Djylian N'Guessan to join in 2027Fabrizio Romano reports that Liverpool have agreed a deal to sign 18-year-old French striker Djylian N'Guessan from Saint-Étienne. The player will join in summer 2027 after medical authorization, following a similar future deal for Lucca Brughmans. The post is trending due to Romano’s high-profile transfer reporting, strong engagement from Liverpool fans, and discussion around long-term squad building versus immediate needs.8,823 likes · 21m

Tilt-A-Whirl marks 100 years at Minnesota State FairLifestyle — 3dThe Tilt-A-Whirl, invented by Herbert Sellner after a failed water-ride prototype and debuting at the Minnesota State Fair in 1926, marks a 100-year milestone with riders recalling enduring thrills as the ride remains largely unchanged in design and a staple at fairs nationwide. Its origin story includes Sellner’s early experiments, a patent filed in 1926, and a transition from the Midway to the family-friendly Kidway over time, underscoring its lasting appeal and evolution.

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

Nepal floods leave 17,000 children in urgent needWorld — 2dAid has begun reaching survivors after the catastrophic flash floods along Nepal’s border with China, with thousands displaced and many communities relying on makeshift relief centers. UN agencies say about 17,000 children need urgent humanitarian assistance, dozens of schools were destroyed or damaged, hundreds of thousands are affected, and lawmakers and aid groups are coordinating search-and-rescue, health, water and protection services while UN Women warns that women and girls face heightened risks of violence and trafficking in the disaster’s aftermath.

Lombard Odier Expands Portfolio with Q2 Stock BuysBusiness — 1dLombard Odier Asset Management Europe Ltd disclosed new or increased positions in five companies during the second quarter: Cameco, PTC, American Water Works, Canadian Pacific Kansas City, and AECOM, with holdings ranging from about 30,000 to 106,459 shares and valued in the low millions. The reports also note broader activity by other institutional investors and analyst updates tied to these stocks, highlighting a wider shift in holdings and market coverage.

Europe’s fish farms suffer drought-driven lossesEnvironment — 2dExtreme drought and record heat across Central and Eastern Europe have shrunk rivers and ponds, threatening juvenile fish and causing multi-million-euro losses for the region’s fish farms while prompting calls for better water management amid ongoing climate pressures. The crisis spans Hungary, Serbia, Slovenia, Romania, and beyond, with reports of pond drying and mass die-offs, and a Norwegian study highlighting parasite diversity on coastal aquaculture as an indicator of broader ecosystem stress rather than isolated outbreaks.

Pearl Jam Ten Reshaped 1990s Alt-RockEntertainment — 3dFrom Marvin Gaye’s Let’s Get It On (1973), a funk-infused evolution that reshaped Motown, to The Rolling Stones’ Beast of Burden (1978), a top-10 classic that underscored the band’s enduring appeal, and Pearl Jam’s Ten (1991), a landmark grunge debut, these anniversaries mark watershed moments in rock and soul. Boston’s self-titled debut (1976) is celebrated as one of rock’s best-selling first records, largely cut in a basement and later achieving multi-platinum status.

The PulseTrump Takes a Sharpie to the Map — Teases More Could ComeRenaming lakes with a Sharpie from the Oval Office. We're in a new era of cartography and no body of water is safe.2d · 2 reads

Alaska plane crash kills four, ex-mayor among victimsWorld — 3dA 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.

Grieg Family Reports Grieg Aqua Ownership SplitBusiness — 6dGrieg Seafood ASA is undergoing a family-driven reorganization that will change ownership distribution and involve the sale of a significant stake; the deal signals long-term, professional ownership for the company's strategy. In parallel, the company reported mixed first-half 2026 results with lower harvest volumes and ongoing cost pressures, but progress in freshwater production, value-added processing, and capacity expansions such as the Gardermoen facility, suggesting a cautious path toward improved profitability as biomass and markets stabilize.

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Aston Villa Rule Out Summer Sale of Ian Maatsen Despite Manchester United Interest

Fabrizio Romano reports that Aston Villa view left-back Ian Maatsen as a key, untouchable player who will not be sold this summer, even though Manchester United were among the interested clubs; the decision is final. The reaction is genuinely split along club lines with Villa fans endorsing the stance and United fans expressing disappointment.

“🟣🔵 Aston Villa consider Ian Maatsen as key player; untouchable and he will not be sold this summer. Manchester United were among clubs interested but #AVFC will not sell Maatsen. Decision made.”

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VS BattleJim Carrey vs Adam SandlerRubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.Jim Carrey vs Adam Sandler · 146 votes — pick a side

Nepal Floods Kill 350, Rescue UnderwayWeather — 3dNepal is grappling with catastrophic floods linked to glacier collapse, with hundreds killed and many missing as rescue efforts continue and clean water access becomes critical. The global discourse on disasters also encompasses rising weather-prediction markets and debates over how human rights are framed during ongoing catastrophes.

Nixon's Hatchet Man Finds GraceGood News — FROM 1973Watergate's 'hatchet man' wept in a friend's driveway over a chapter of C.S. Lewis — then went to prison, and came out to serve prisoners for life.

LPGA Plans Hong Kong Return With $3.4M PurseSports — 4dThe LPGA will return to Hong Kong for the first time since 1976 with the Futu Ladies World Championship at Clearwater Bay, a $3.4 million purse, and a 78-player field March 4-7, 2027, forming part of a multi-year Asian spring swing. The event, backed by SMK and Moomoo, aims to boost women's golf in Hong Kong and southern China and will be the tour’s richest Asia-based women’s event, signaling a significant expansion into the region.

On X · @FabrizioRomanoChelsea Contact Agents for Manu Kone Midfield SigningChelsea have reached out to Manu Kone's representatives as a potential late-window midfield option alongside Lamine Camara. Roma are unwilling to sell and no bids have been made. Fan reactions are largely positive among Chelsea supporters excited by the pursuit, with opposition mainly from Roma fans wanting to retain the player.10,589 likes · 21m

Arctic tundra greens as warming acceleratesEnvironment — 5dArctic Alaska’s North Slope tundra is getting greener and taller as warming proceeds, with shrubs expanding, permafrost-influenced growth patterns shifting and potential feedbacks including more methane release and altered waterways; researchers at Toolik Field Station are studying how plant communities adapt, including possible cooperation among species. Across mountain forests globally, trees are migrating uphill or downslope in opposite directions depending on traits like rapid water transport or drought tolerance, reflecting nuanced responses to climate warming that affect forest composition and structure.

QuizWhat's your money personality?Somewhere between spreadsheet monk and payday comet. Twelve questions to diagnose your financial alter ego.3 min · today's quiz

LIV Golf Lays Off Majority as PIF Funding Ends — 4dLIV Golf is laying off the majority of its workforce as funding from Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund winds down, signaling a transition to LIV 2.0 and ongoing efforts to secure new backing while noting staff reductions in the United States and Britain. With the watershed funding uncertain, some players may face a choice between commitments to LIV and potential return to the PGA Tour, which has not indicated plans to restart its former member program.

FBI investigates Micro-Comm water-tech cyberattack — 5dUS authorities are probing a data breach at Micro-Comm, a Kansas maker of water-utility technology, after Barracuda claimed access to nearly 850,000 files; the incident comes amid a broader wave of PLC-focused attacks on US water systems that some experts link to Iranian-linked campaigns. The breach highlights the ongoing cybersecurity vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure, with the FBI and CISA coordinating with Micro-Comm and noting that no passwords or remote-access data were included in the released files.

The Ice Bucket Challenge Freezes for a CureGood News — FROM 201417 million buckets of ice water later, the internet's silliest summer raised $220 million — and helped find new ALS genes.

Spain Proposes 80% Hourly Renewables for Data Centers — 5dSpain is drafting a stringent decree requiring data centers to source at least 80% of their electricity from renewables on an hourly basis and to commissioning new renewable capacity within 18 months for each additional megawatt, with penalties including loss of grid access. The proposal also imposes EU establishment and data residency, alongside tighter water, energy, and cybersecurity rules, signaling a broad push to regulate the data-center boom despite potential cost and competitiveness concerns.

On X · @elonmuskElon Musk Affirms That Lowering Cost to Orbit Will Unlock Infinite Human GrowthMusk endorsed the thesis that cheaper access to orbit enables infinite human growth via space industry and settlement. Reactions are overwhelmingly supportive with no organized opposition, dominated by enthusiasm from space and tech enthusiasts.1,275 likes · 49m

French tourist dies after car stuck in Death ValleyWeather — Aug 21, 2026A 68-year-old French tourist, Pierre Michel Formosa, died in Death Valley National Park after his vehicle got stuck on West Side Road and he and a companion walked through 116-degree heat toward Badwater Road; rescuers located him later that day and the coroner will determine the cause of death. Park officials warn that extreme heat, remoteness, and long distances can be deadly, urging visitors to plan ahead, stay with vehicles, and bring ample water.

Cullen Capital Expands Stakes Across AXTA, CLX — 6dCullen Capital Management LLC disclosed new Q2 positions in five companies, acquiring Axalta Coating Systems, The Clorox Company, Bristol Myers Squibb, Copa Holdings, and Veralto Corporation for substantial sums. The investments spanned diverse sectors—chemicals, consumer goods, biotech, travel, and water-treatment—highlighting a broad, active portfolio expansion with specific share counts and values reported in the filings.

Apple Plans iPad mini OLED and Mac mini Refresh — 6dApple 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.

Magellan Expands Utility Holdings Across U.S. — Aug 24, 2026Magellan Asset Management Ltd added new stakes in H2O America, Alliant Energy, WEC Energy Group, Middlesex Water, and California Water Service Group in the second quarter of 2026, signalling a broad expansion of its utilities exposure with sizable investments across these utilities. The moves come alongside other institutional investors adjusting their positions in these companies, underscoring active reevaluations of utility sector holdings by major funds.

Atlantic Beach EF-1 Tornado, 97 mph Winds — Aug 21, 2026An EF-1 tornado with estimated 97 mph winds damaged nearly 50 beach bungalows and structures at Atlantic Beach on Long Island, likely forming as a waterspout before making landfall near the Sun and Surf Beach Club and dissipating within minutes, with no deaths or serious injuries reported as cleanup continues.

On X · @FabrizioRomanoCeltic Loan Deal for Oliver SørensenReaction to Celtic's loan signing of midfielder Oliver Sørensen is mostly positive, with fans and journalists welcoming the low-risk deal for midfield depth. Roughly 75% support, with limited skepticism focused on squad priorities rather than outright opposition.2,042 likes · 49m