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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.

Clancy Insanity Defense Triggers Annual Civil Commitment ReviewHealth — 6dIf 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.

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.

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

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.

IJRDem Senate Hopeful Backed Trans Prison Policy — Female Inmate Says Convicted Killer Threatened To Rape HerNicole Silverio · 4 min · 8h

Australian couple wins $40 million Powerball jackpot — Jul 23, 2026A middle-aged couple from Kenmore, Brisbane won the entire $40 million Powerball draw 1575, prompting them to retire on the spot and pay off their mortgage while planning to support family. The jackpot also produced significant division-two and division-three prizes across several winners, with one article noting the top prize amount as $40,724,820.55 for the couple and others detailing the $38,148.45 division-two prizes and $11,650.25 division-three payouts.

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

Nearly 40,000 Clear Eyes Eye Drops Recalled Nationwide — Aug 21, 2026The FDA-classified voluntary recall of about 39,060 Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief bottles (Lot 2552A, exp Sept. 30, 2027) is due to sterility concerns with nationwide distribution through major retailers; there have been no confirmed contaminations or injuries reported. Prestige Consumer Healthcare initiated the recall via Medtech/Prestige Brand, advising consumers to check for Lot 2552A and the expiration date and to seek refunds, with affected products sold at CVS, Walmart and other retailers across the country.

Hyundai reaches tentative wage deal amid widespread strikes — Aug 24, 2026Hyundai Motor’s union reached a tentative wage and contract agreement after roughly 60 hours of strikes, with ratification set for August 31 and concessions including a 100,000 won base pay rise and a performance-related bonus, while key issues like regular bonuses, retirement age, and staffing were still being negotiated for future rounds. Across Hyundai’s group, talks resumed amid a first full-day strike in a decade involving about 40,000 workers, broader wage-demand pressures, and separate mediation failures at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries that have granted the union the right to strike, signaling ongoing labor tension within the automaker’s ecosystem.

Slippery When Wet Turns 40, Redefines Rock Legacy — Aug 17, 2026Bon Jovi’s Slippery When Wet marks its 40th anniversary on August 18, 2026, celebrated for turning the group into a global rock phenomenon with hits like You Give Love a Bad Name and Livin’ on a Prayer and for reviving a career after 7800° Fahrenheit; retrospectives and interviews with Jon Bon Jovi and Richie Sambora underscore its lasting impact, including the album’s dominant chart and sales milestones. The anniversary is being commemorated across multiple outlets and programs that highlight the band’s songwriting process, production choices, and its status as the defining record of their 1980s era.

Top Union to Spend $150 Million in 40 States to Help Defeat TrumpReporting — Feb 27, 2020The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) has launched a massive campaign to turn out voters across the country to vote against President Donald Trump in the November general election. According to The Associated…

On X · @RepThomasMassieRep. Thomas Massie Files Bill to Block Federal Funding for Flock-Style Surveillance CamerasU.S. Rep. Thomas Massie files the Flock-Off Act (H.R. 10221) to prohibit federal grants from funding automated license plate readers and real-time surveillance cameras, arguing they create a "1984"-like society. Reaction is predominantly supportive from privacy advocates, libertarians, and conservatives.812 likes · 7m

Feds Pressured to Crack Down on Colorado River Water Waste Amid Ongoing Crisis — Aug 27, 2025Environmental advocates are urging the federal government to take swift action to curb what they describe as widespread water waste from the Colorado River — a vital lifeline that supports 40 million people across the…

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

20,000 Afghans Living on US Military Bases, Tens of Thousands More ‘Being Processed’Reporting — Sep 2, 2021Approximately 20,000 Afghan refugees have been housed at military bases across the U.S., with more than 40,000 additional refugees at bases overseas being processed, according to a new report. Eight locations in…

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

Tens of Thousands of Chickens Killed in Massive Farm Fire — Adds to Bizarre String of Food Disasters Across USOpinion — Jun 7, 2022Living near an unincorporated community of Northwest Arkansas, I sometimes joke that our would-be town is made up of maybe 40,000 or 60,000, maybe more. Not people. Chickens. We have thousands of the birds, housed in a…

Jubilant Ingrevia Q1 profit up 41% to ₹105.82 crore, revenue ₹1,300.27 croreBusiness — Jul 22, 2026Jubilant Ingrevia posted consolidated Q1 FY27 net profit of ₹105.82 crore on revenue of ₹1,300.27 crore, up about 40-41% and 25% respectively, with EBITDA margins around 15.3-15.5% as performance improved across its Speciality Chemicals, Nutrition & Health Solutions and Chemical Intermediates segments; investors reacted positively with a rise in the stock.

BC SPCA launches record $1.9M lotteryLifestyle — Jul 21, 2026The BC SPCA launched its biggest 50/50 Lottery for Animals in Need with a top prize of up to $1.9 million, running a July 21 start with tickets at $15, three for $40, or six for $60 and closing September 18, to fund animal care and protective services after helping about 135,000 animals in 2025. Past winners have hailed from across British Columbia, and organizers say the draw supports medical care, investigations, and pet-family programs through the funds.

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.8h · 2 reads

OCS Agrees £3.1bn Mitie TakeoverBusiness — Jul 21, 2026OCS Group has agreed to acquire Mitie in a cash deal valuing Mitie at up to 221.6 pence per share (approx. £3.1 billion), delivering a premium of around 40-47% and creating a UK-listed group with about £8.5 billion in revenue. Completion is targeted for Q1 2027 and is subject to shareholder and regulatory approvals, with Mitie’s board unanimously backing the transaction and both firms highlighting expanded geographic reach, technology investment, and stronger capabilities across critical sectors.

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

Wise Group launches £405M buyback across US, UKFinance — Jul 21, 2026Wise Group confirmed a £405 million share buyback across Nasdaq, the London Stock Exchange and other venues, to run from July 21, 2026 to no later than March 31, 2027, with about 40% of repurchased shares going to the Employee Share Trust and 60% held in treasury, and it will seek renewed shareholder authority at the next AGM to continue the program. Analysts broadly view the stock as attractive, with a consensus Buy rating from nine covered analysts and several firms initiating or upgrading coverage.

Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2026 Finalists — Jul 24, 2026The Siena International Photo Awards festival wrapped three competitions—Siena, Creative Photo Awards, and Drone Photo Awards—with about 40,000 submissions from 163 countries, and winners will be announced October 10, 2026. In the Astronomy Photographer of the Year contest, nearly 4,000 submissions from 769 photographers across 66 countries have finalists across nine categories, with prizes including £10,000 for the overall winner and £1,500 per category, and the winning images will be displayed at London’s National Maritime Museum on September 17.

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

Hong Leads Wisconsin Democratic Primary; Voters Undecided — Jul 23, 2026Francesca Hong continues to lead the Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial primary in Marquette Law School polls, with about a quarter of Democratic voters backing her and a large share—roughly 40–45%—undecided as the field reshapes after Sara Rodriguez’s exit and David Crowley’s reentry backed by Gov. Tony Evers. The race remains fluid, with Mandela Barnes in second at times and other candidates far behind, as August’s primary nears and polling shows Hong maintaining a consistent lead across multiple survey periods.

M-KOPA Reaches 10 Million Customers Across Five African Markets — Jul 22, 2026M-KOPA has reached 10 million customers across Kenya, Uganda, Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa through its More than a Phone platform that blends smartphone financing with embedded insurance and credit for Everyday Earners. Since 2020 it has added 9 million customers in six years, with Nigeria the fastest-growing market, about 10,000 new customers daily, and a Kenya assembly factory of 400+ staff that has produced more than 3.3 million devices, supported by a network of over 40,000 agents.

IJRYoung Gambling Addict Blew Through $100k On Sports Gambling — But It Didn’t End ThereJack McGeever · 6 min · 8h

EdenCrete Pz7 Strengthens Indian Concrete TrialsBusiness — Jul 22, 2026Laboratory tests by India's CRRI under CSIR show EdenCrete Pz7 boosting concrete durability and strength, with abrasion resistance up to 28%, drying shrinkage down to 25%, and compressive and flexural strengths up to 19% and 14% respectively, especially in fly-ash mixes across 40 MPa and 60 MPa formulations. Eden India plans accelerated field trials for highways and white-topping, underscoring potential for reduced cement use and longer-lasting road concrete in India's expanding network.

GLP-1 obesity drugs linked to fewer alcohol hospitalizationsHealth — Jul 21, 2026A multi-trial analysis of about 40,700 adults found GLP-1 receptor agonists such as semaglutide and tirzepatide are associated with substantially lower alcohol-related hospital admissions across diabetics, obesity, and alcohol-use disorder groups, with reductions ranging from roughly 26% to 65% depending on the comparison. Experts say the findings hint at a potential role for these weight‑loss and diabetes drugs in treating alcohol-use disorders, though more research is needed to confirm causality and guide use.

Cutler Investment Counsel Alters ETF Stakes Across SPEM, BNDX, RPG, WAT in Q1Finance — Jul 21, 2026Cutler Investment Counsel LLC reshuffled its holdings across multiple ETFs and stocks in the first quarter, trimming its stake in SPDR Portfolio Emerging Markets ETF (SPEM) by 1.8% and reducing exposure to Invesco S&P 500 Pure Growth ETF (RPG) by 5.9%. At the same time, it boosted its position in Waters Corporation (WAT) with a 2,073-share purchase and increased its stake in Vanguard Total International Bond ETF (BNDX) by 42.6% to about 40,096 shares worth roughly $1.93 million.

Genesis Mission launched by White House with partners — Jul 22, 2026Microsoft is committing $60 million to the Department of Energy’s Genesis Mission to accelerate AI-enabled scientific research across 17 national laboratories, funding $40 million in Azure compute and AI credits and $20 million for engineering enablement, while launching SPARK to coordinate efforts between Microsoft and DOE. The Genesis Mission, launched by President Trump in 2025 as part of a broader federal push to create an AI Discovery Platform that doubles US research productivity within a decade, has drawn participation from major tech giants and is designed to integrate AI, data, and computing across federal labs.

Dickmeyer Boyce Expands Multi-Asset Bets Across ETFs — Jul 24, 2026Dickmeyer Boyce Financial Management Inc. disclosed new Q1 stakes across five dividend-focused and tech names, including about 40,530 shares of Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF for roughly $6.0 million, 8,946 shares of Dominion Energy for about $553,000, 226,769 shares of Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF for around $6.96 million, 4,267 shares of Qualcomm for about $549,000, and 5,497 shares of SPDR S&P Dividend ETF for roughly $802,000. The moves accompany broader trading activity by other institutional investors in these funds and stocks, highlighting ongoing allocation shifts in dividend-oriented and tech equities.

On X · @knjpageeBTS Fans Share Clip of RM Telling Bandmates to "Shut the F*** Up" During Playful Concert MomentA fan account posted a video clip from BTS’s Arirang world tour stop in Los Angeles showing other members excitedly chatting, joking, and ripping Namjoon’s shirt while hyping him up, leading to his blunt “everybody shut the fuck up” reaction. The post is trending in BTS/ARMY circles for the humorous capture of the group’s chaotic, affectionate on-stage chemistry and Namjoon’s deadpan response.1,326 likes · 8m

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