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Discussionin Donald John TrumpCritics Oppose Trump Plan for Single-Antigen VaccinesDana Whitfield · Aug 12, 2026

Discussionin Donald John TrumpTrump Switches Planes on NATO Trip Amid Iran ThreatSam Okafor · Aug 12, 2026

ACCC clears $40 billion Kimberly-Clark Kenvue deal after period-care brand sale — 17hAustralia’s competition regulator cleared Kimberly-Clark’s proposed $40 billion takeover of Kenvue on the condition that Carefree and Stayfree brand divestitures occur in Australia to preserve competition in the period-care market, a move aligned with similar conditions from New Zealand. The ACCC said the divestiture would maintain an independent competitor and prevent a substantial reduction in competition as the deal proceeds under Australia’s enhanced merger regime.

Priya Raman Curious who ends up buying Carefree and Stayfree, hope it's someone who keeps prices competitive not just a shell deal.

Monfils, 40, rallies past Vallejo to reach US Open second round — 16hGael Monfils celebrated his 40th birthday with a dramatic US Open win, becoming the oldest man to win a US Open main-draw match since Jimmy Connors while signaling that his farewell tour is underway. The French showman fed off a raucous crowd and his trademark flair as he advanced to the second round amid widespread applause.

Sam Okafor Happy birthday and a win on top of it—Monfils really knows how to put on a show for the fans.

Trump Seeks U.S. Control of Venezuelan Oil — 6dThe United States, under the current president, is in talks to acquire ownership stakes in Venezuela’s oil fields, potentially involving more than a dozen fields and a deal described as massive. The effort would significantly boost U.S. oil reserves and energy security as the Strategic Petroleum Reserve falls to a 40-year low and global supplies face disruptions.

Video — YouTubeVERDICT WATCH: MA v. Lindsay Clancy - Day 26 | Accused Killer Mom TrialCOURT TV · 1.6M views · Sep 2, 2026

UN panel says slavery reparations are now a legal obligation — 2dA UN committee’s General Recommendation 40 declares that states must implement comprehensive reparatory measures for people of African descent affected by the transatlantic slave trade, encompassing monetary, non-monetary, and structural remedies and marking a shift from historical responsibility to present obligations. The guidance urges actions such as restitution, rehabilitation, commemoration, truth-telling, and broad institutional reforms to address ongoing racial discrimination and disparities rooted in slavery.

Tom Gallagher UN can issue all the "guidance" it wants, it has zero authority to make any country pay anything.

IJRDem Senate Hopeful Backed Trans Prison Policy — Female Inmate Says Convicted Killer Threatened To Rape HerNicole Silverio · 4 min · 5h

WPP plans up to 1,000 more cuts after already cutting 11,000 jobs — 1dWPP plans to cut up to 1,000 more jobs by year-end and accelerate a restructuring that consolidates Ogilvy, VML and AKQA into a single WPP Creative unit, while trimming non-core assets and potentially selling real estate and even the 40% stake in Kantar. The moves come amid weaker client budgets and efficiency gains from AI, with WPP targeting a 12-13% operating margin after reporting a revenue decline, as similar cost-cutting cascades through the broader advertising industry.

Jared Kim Blaming AI efficiency while cutting a thousand jobs feels like a convenient excuse for what's really just shrinking client budgets.

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

ChatGPT Ads Hits $1B Run Rate Ahead of IPO — 3dOpenAI’s ChatGPT Ads has reached a $1 billion annualized revenue run rate within roughly seven months of launch, as the platform expands across more than 40 countries and rolls out self-service access in India, Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. The company continues to emphasize transparent labeling, advertiser privacy, and new market incentives (including advertising credits) as it broadens its diversified revenue model beyond subscriptions and APIs.

FDA approves Alzheimer's blood test for age 40+ — Aug 24, 2026The FDA has cleared several Alzheimer’s blood tests, including PrecivityAD2 for adults 40 and older to aid diagnosis in symptomatic cognitive decline (not a general screening tool), and Elecsys pTau217 tests for those 55 and older to detect amyloid pathology and rule in or out Alzheimer's in various care settings, expanding access through Roche’s installed lab network and major providers. These tests, developed by Roche with Lilly and by other providers, aim to simplify early diagnosis and broaden eligibility for related treatments and care pathways.

Nike, On, and Lululemon shares down 40% as analysts debate the bottom — 2dStockStory highlights that major consumer names like Nike face earnings pressure while cash-rich bets such as Boston Beer and OCUL carry hidden risks, and that in services and retail, players like Vestis, People, CarMax and Williams-Sonoma show mixed prospects with potential value traps and growth headwinds. The overarching theme is that cash position and market positioning aren’t guarantees of outperformance, as declining demand and tighter margins weigh on several high-profile names.

Yankees Acquire Schreiber on Waivers for ~$600K — 4dThe Yankees are set to claim right-hander John Schreiber off waivers from the Royals, adding the 32-year-old reliever who has appeared in 55 games this season with a 3.65 ERA to their bullpen as he becomes an impending free agent. The move comes as rosters expand and the Yankees have open spots on their 40-man roster, allowing the claim without a corresponding roster move, with Schreiber still owed the remainder of his 2026 salary.

On X · @MattWalshBlogMatt Walsh Declares Modern Jury System Fundamentally BrokenConservative commentator Matt Walsh argues the jury system is broken amid the Lindsay Clancy trial, drawing mostly supportive reactions from his audience with some pushback and typo jokes.480 likes · 6m

OPEC+ loses oil sway as China gains groundFinance — 6dSix months into the Iran war, OPEC+ is losing influence as its share of global oil output falls to about 40%, down from over 48% before the conflict, with the UAE's departure contributing to the decline. Meanwhile, weaker Chinese crude demand and shifting demand dynamics are offsetting supply disruptions, reducing OPEC+'s ability to steer prices through production cuts.

Video — YouTube1000 IQ Play from Manning🔥Xycotic · 10.9M views · Aug 28, 2026

European stocks rise as French shares rebound — 5dEuropean shares rose as French equities rebounded and investors weighed Fed Chair Warsh’s Jackson Hole remarks, with the STOXX 600 up about 0.5% and France’s CAC 40 near a 1% gain while banks and luxury names led the rally. Strong auto and luxury stock gains, along with hawkish talk on rates and France’s flat second-quarter GDP, underscored a cautious mood as ECB rate expectations firmed and sentiment looked to upcoming ratings reviews.

VS BattleNew York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep Dish · 158 votes — pick a side

Clancy Insanity Defense Triggers Annual Civil Commitment ReviewHealth — 5dIf jurors find Lindsay Clancy not criminally responsible, she could be civilly committed in a locked mental facility with annual reviews to determine ongoing risk, potentially starting with a judge-ordered 40-day evaluation and a six-month commitment, though the exact duration remains unpredictable. A retired judge emphasized there is unlikely to be a “life sentence,” and coverage across sources also notes differing legal frameworks, such as Massachusetts versus Tennessee, shaping how the insanity defense and potential commitment are applied.

SoftBank Plans Record Bond Sale to Fund OpenAI — Aug 24, 2026SoftBank is launching a record ¥1 trillion retail bond issue in Japan, seven-year notes with a coupon range of 4.3%–4.9% priced on Sept. 4 to fund its OpenAI investments, following two earlier retail issuances this year. Together with a $40 billion bridge loan, SoftBank’s OpenAI commitments exceed $60 billion, and S&P has upgraded its outlook to stable.

Druckenmiller Bites Back at Bessent Buyback Plan — Aug 25, 2026Stanley Druckenmiller attacked Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s plan to expand long-dated bond buybacks as a mistake, arguing that governments must not fight market fundamentals or suppress yields amid a debt-load exceeding $40 trillion. The coverage also notes SMCI’s weak P/S valuation and positive insider sentiment, highlighting broader market debates on tech valuations in the wake of macro policy actions.

Daily Caller News FoundationDem Senate Hopeful Backed Trans Prison Policy — Female Inmate Says Convicted Killer Threatened To Rape HerDemocratic Maine Senate nominee Troy Jackson previously voted for a state policy to allow trans-identifying men into women's prisons, which caused female inmates to accuse biological males of threatening to rape them.5h · 2 reads

Exxon Plans Widespread Automated Drilling Across Permian — Aug 24, 2026ExxonMobil is expanding automated drilling in the Permian Basin, planning to automate about a quarter of its rigs next year and half by 2028 to boost safety and efficiency, with two automated rigs currently in operation among more than 30. The company aims to lift Permian production by about 40% to 2.5 million barrels of oil equivalent per day by 2030, while Chevron pursues a different path focusing on cash flow over volume growth.

QuizHow do you actually say "I care"?Everyone transmits care on a different frequency — words, time, help, gifts, presence. Twelve questions and the AI tunes yours.3 min · today's quiz

Ferrari Luce Sells for $40 Million; Buyer RevealedAuto — Aug 13, 2026Ferrari’s first production Luce, chassis 0, sold for $40 million at RM Sotheby’s Monterey charity auction, well above estimates and outpacing the McLaren F1 GTR. Proceeds go to the Ferrari Foundation, with the car featuring a Tailor Made Madreperla finish, four electric motors totaling 1,050 hp, and 0-62 mph in 2.5 seconds, with delivery not until early 2027.

Blue Point One Breaks Ground in LouisianaBusiness — 6dBlue Point One, a CF Industries–JERA–Mitsui venture, began construction in Modeste, Louisiana on a $3.7 billion, 1.4 million metric ton per year low-carbon ammonia plant set to start in 2029 and potentially become the world’s largest. The project uses autothermal reforming with about 98% CO2 capture and sequestration via 1PointFive/Enbridge, with Linde investing in a large on-site air separation unit, and will create ~3,900 construction jobs and 100+ permanent positions, funded by the ownership shares of CF (40%), JERA (35%), Mitsui (25%).

Video — YouTubeFelix "Slow It Down" | [Stray Kids : SKZ-PLAYER]Stray Kids · 2.5M views · Sep 1, 2026

Strattec Security Reports Q4 Revenue $151.8MFinance — Aug 25, 2026Strattec Security reported Q4 revenue of about $151.8 million and full-year revenue of roughly $579.4 million, with annual gross margin improving to 16.5% but Q4 margin easing to 15.6% amid FX and tariff pressures, and GAAP net income of $3.9 million alongside adjusted EPS of $2.06. The company closed the year with $108.2 million in cash, no debt, and a new $40 million share-buyback authorization, underscoring a strong balance sheet as it invests in automation and technology opportunities.

Randy Travis Celebrates 40 Years at Opry — Aug 23, 2026Carrie Underwood surprised Randy Travis on the Grand Ole Opry stage to honor his 40th anniversary as an Opry member, presenting a commemorative scarf embroidered by Manuel Cuevas as the longtime country icon, who has aphasia since a 2013 stroke, looked back on their shared history. The moment reflected their full-circle bond—Travis had invited Underwood to join the Opry in 2008 after her American Idol success, a connection celebrated during the Opry’s ongoing legacy of both stars.

IJRYoung Gambling Addict Blew Through $100k On Sports Gambling — But It Didn’t End ThereJack McGeever · 6 min · 6h

Osmosis UK Expands Multi-Million U.S. Equity Stakes — Aug 24, 2026Osmosis Investment Management UK Ltd disclosed new stakes in four companies during the second quarter: Ecolab (40,187 shares ~ $11.2 million), Bank of New York Mellon (24,278 shares ~ $3.51 million), Jacobs Solutions (34,053 shares ~ $4.29 million), and Pacific Gas & Electric (201,419 shares ~ $3.39 million). The moves reflect a broader pattern of institutional investors adjusting holdings across multiple sectors.

Shein Plans Hong Kong IPO at $26–27BBusiness — Aug 21, 2026Shein is pushing a Hong Kong listing, aiming to raise up to billions and debut around September, after a years-long, halted path and multiple aborted attempts in New York and London. Its valuation has crashed from about $100 billion to roughly $26–40 billion amid slowing growth, regulatory scrutiny, and fluctuating US revenue as it seeks to attract investors for the IPO.

9/11 Mastermind to Face Military Trial in 2028 — Aug 24, 2026A 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.

Global Coronavirus Cases Surpass the 40 Million MilestoneReporting — Oct 19, 2020Worldwide coronavirus cases crossed 40 million on Monday, according to a Reuters tally, as the onset of winter in the northern hemisphere fuelled a resurgence in the spread of the disease. The Reuters tally is based on…

Bengals 27-9 Preseason Win Over Bears — Aug 23, 2026The Cincinnati Bengals defeated the Chicago Bears 27-9 in the preseason as 40-year-old journeyman Josh Johnson threw two touchdown passes and piled up 156 yards, with Dohnte Meyers showing as a roster-depth contributor. In the second half, Sean Clifford led a scoring drive and connected for a 20-yard TD to Noah Thomas to push the lead to 24-9, underscoring Cincinnati's quarterback depth in the split-squad game.

On X · @TheActMan_YTGaming Community Praises Community Note Dunking Anti-Woke GTA CriticThe Act Man and gaming circle overwhelmingly endorse a Community Note exposing alleged hypocrisy by anti-woke critic AndyPants, with near-universal support and no meaningful counter-reactions.520 likes · 7m

Video — YouTubeKAROL G, Bruno Mars - Still (Official Video)KarolGVEVO · 570.9K views · Sep 2, 2026