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Hurricane Marie Cancels Santa Monica Ocean Way Festival — 17hThe Ocean Way Festival in Santa Monica was canceled two weeks before its Sept. 26-27 debut due to Hurricane Marie causing significant beach erosion, with refunds being issued and plans announced to return in 2027. The two-day beach festival, organized by Goldenvoice and featuring headliners The Killers, Olivia Dean, and Jack White, is the second major Los Angeles–area beach festival canceled this year as organizers prioritize safety and beach restoration.

Sam Okafor It's disappointing to lose the festival again this year, but the erosion from Marie makes canceling the right call for safety.

North Korea commissions second destroyer as Kim pushes for nuclear-armed navy — 5d

Marcus Bell Sanctions clearly aren't stopping the naval buildup. Curious where the funding and tech for these ships is actually coming from.

Talon Private Wealth More Than Doubles Mortgage-Backed ETF Stake — 16hTalon Private Wealth LLC expanded stakes in several Vanguard and Innovator ETFs during the second quarter, boosting its holdings in VMBS by 110.3% to 26,744 shares, in VCIT by 21.5% to 41,199 shares, and in VBK by 86.5% to 20,720 shares, while initiating a large new position in Innovator U.S. Equity Ultra Buffer ETF – June (UJUN) and trimming its holding in Innovator U.S. Equity Ultra Buffer ETF – January (UJAN). The firm’s activity reflects a shift toward larger positions in growth-oriented and buffer ETF products, with UJUN becoming its second-biggest holding and UJAN reduced to about 9.71% of its portfolio before adjustments.

Priya Raman Increasing VBK that aggressively points to a stronger bet on small-cap growth than most advisors are making lately.

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Bernard of Clairvaux Preaches Second CrusadeGood News — FROM 1146Monk calls for mercy in war

Michael Dell Fortune Surges to $273 Billion, Briefly Second Richest — 3dMichael Dell’s fortune surged on Dell Technologies’ AI-driven demand, lifting his net worth into the top echelons of global wealth, with Forbes and other outlets placing him as either second or third richest as markets shift. The rapid ascent is tied to record stock levels, large stake concentration, and strong quarterly results cited across the reports.

Pope John XXIII Opens Second Vatican CouncilGood News — FROM 1962Pontiff invites dialogue with other faiths

Teresa of Ávila's Second ConversionGood News — FROM 1555Carmelite nun Teresa experiences profound renewal before the wounded Christ statue and reforms her order.

Missouri beats Kansas 38-21 for fifth straight Border War win — 11hMissouri defeated Kansas 38-21 in Lawrence, extending its Border War winning streak to five straight and its first trip across the state line since 2005. Quarterback Austin Simmons threw for 292 yards and three touchdowns as Jamal Roberts ran for 125 yards, while Missouri’s defense and timely turnovers, including second-half stops by Robert Woodyard, helped seal the win.

Sam Okafor Simmons throwing three touchdowns while Roberts ran for 125 yards shows a balanced attack that Kansas couldn't match.

Beavers, Mayo Power Orioles Past Blue Jays 7-4 — 13hDylan Beavers moved into the leadoff spot and homered on the second pitch, driving in three as the Orioles beat the Blue Jays 7-4, with Coby Mayo contributing a solo homer and multi-run support. The win, aided by Beavers’ hot stretch and Baltimore’s early five-run outburst, keeps the Orioles within reach of a wild-card berth.

Rachel Meyers Mayo's solo homer added some cushion but the five-run first inning really decided this one against Toronto.

11-Year-Old Charged in Brother’s Fatal Shooting — 2dAuthorities in Edmond, Oklahoma arrested an 11-year-old girl on second-degree murder charges in the fatal shooting of her 15-year-old brother, with the girl’s identity being withheld due to her age as investigators determine the circumstances of the incident. The case involves juvenile proceedings and the motive or exact sequence of events remains under investigation.

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Judge blocks Trump's second birthright citizenship order, citing Supreme Court ruling — Sep 3, 2026

Nicole Hardy This will keep bouncing through the courts for years, but the 14th Amendment language seems pretty clear to me.

Dunbar Wins Vuelta Stage 19, Mas Retains Lead — 1dIrish cyclist Eddie Dunbar won Stage 19 of the Vuelta a España after timing his final attack to overtake leader Santiago Buitrago, capping a remarkable comeback from a serious injury with support from teammate Thomas Gloag. Spanish rider Enric Mas defended the red jersey, extending his GC lead over Primož Roglič to 1 minute 37 seconds ahead of Stage 20, as Dunbar's victory underlined a dramatic mountain stage.

Chris Dalton Dunbar's timing on that final attack was perfect after everything he's been through.

UK Economy Grows 0.4% in July, Beating Forecasts — 1dBritain’s July GDP rose 0.4%, led by services and supported by a resilient economy that has outpaced expectations and maintained growth momentum into Q3; analysts note the oil-price surge from Middle East tensions could test the inflation and BoE path, while some commentators warn the pickup may reflect seasonal effects. The data reinforce a bright start to 2025’s second half and support forecasts of stronger 2026 growth, even as the BoE weighs higher inflation risks and policy responses.

Marcus Bell Good news on growth but oil prices from the Middle East could still push inflation higher and complicate things for the Bank.

Barcola Limps Off With Apparent Calf Injury — 2dBradley Barcola, making his Liverpool starting debut in the Champions League against Atletico Madrid, limped off with a calf injury in the second half and was replaced by Víctor Muñoz, walking off the pitch without a stretcher. The $166 million signing from PSG had looked lively in his first appearance for Liverpool, with teammates consoling him as he exited and the incident marking a setback early in his Anfield tenure.

Marcus Bell At that transfer fee it's a real setback if he misses multiple games, especially with the Champions League schedule ahead.

Symphony Financial boosts stakes in five ETFs during second quarter — Sep 3, 2026Symphony Financial Ltd. Co. expanded its holdings across several ETFs in the second quarter, increasing positions in IVV, JPST, GNR, VTV and WCMI by varying amounts and reporting multi-million dollar stakes. The moves reflect a broader pattern of the firm adding to diverse ETF exposures alongside other institutional investors.

Chris Dalton Adding to VTV while everyone chases growth names is interesting. Value tilt might be a smart hedge if this market gets choppy.

Monfils, 40, rallies past Vallejo to reach US Open second round — Sep 2, 2026Gael 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.

Astros' Altuve Reaches 2,500-Hit Club — 2dJose Altuve notched his 2,500th career hit against the Phillies, becoming the second Astros player to reach the milestone and joining Freddie Freeman among active players to do so; he was celebrated by teammates and remains a central figure in Houston’s lineup behind franchise leader Craig Biggio. Managers and analysts emphasized the rarity of the feat, his sustained excellence, and the challenge ahead toward 3,000 hits as he nears age 37 next year.

Rachel Meyers Getting from 2500 to 3000 is a steep hill from here. If anyone on the current roster can do it, it might be him.

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Pochettino says Tottenham should receive 2016-17 Premier League title — 2dMauricio Pochettino insists Chelsea should be stripped of the 2016-17 Premier League title and that Tottenham should be retrospectively awarded the trophy after Chelsea self-reported 74 FA rule breaches, arguing that the winner must be determined under uniform rules and stronger sanctions for rule-breaking. He has reiterated this stance across multiple outlets, maintaining Spurs finished second and deserved the title if Chelsea’s breaches are acknowledged as legitimate grounds for revisiting the award.

Marcus Bell Pochettino is right that titles need consistent rules, but retroactively handing Spurs the 2017 one after all this time feels like rewriting history.

Clancy Defense Seeks to Block Retrial — 5dMassachusetts juror-support programs provided counseling resources after the Lindsay Clancy murder trial, acknowledging the emotional toll of graphic testimony and protracted deliberations. The case also spotlighted debates over mental-health defenses and a mistrial that could lead to a second trial, framed within broader discussions of postpartum mental health and the pressures on the courts handling traumatic cases.

Erin Andrews pursues second child at 48 after surrogate miscarriage — Sep 1, 2026Erin Andrews, 48, remains determined to welcome a second child with husband Jarret Stoll after their surrogate miscarriage in 2025, saying it’s harder at her age and that she’s not done trying. She’s been open about the fertility journey for years, advocates leaning on loved ones for support, and is promoting Cancerguard as she marks ten years since her cervical cancer diagnosis while continuing her family-building efforts.

Marcus Bell Fertility struggles at any age are hard, but being open about it like she is probably helps a lot of women feel less alone.

Bank of America VP killed, second victim hurt in Times Square stabbing — Sep 1, 2026Bank of America vice president Erin Piacenti was fatally stabbed in Times Square, with a second victim injured as police shot the attacker, Pamela Cisneros, who died at Bellevue Hospital; authorities described the assault as a random, unprovoked attack near the bank’s Manhattan office. The incident has reignited concerns about street safety in Midtown as investigators review the sequence of events and responses by law enforcement.

Zumiez Reports $2.7 Million Q2 LossBusiness — 4dZumiez reported the second quarter of 2026 with roughly $209 million in net sales and a $0.17 loss per share, as comparable sales fell about 2.1% driven by weakness in the U.S. retail footprint though growth in other regions offset some of the softness. The company issued a third‑quarter outlook of $222–$226 million in revenue and EPS of $0.00–$0.10, while signaling ongoing scrutiny of performance and investments amid mixed market signals.

Rookie Lombard Powers Yankees Past Rockies 6-1 — 2dRookie shortstop George Lombard Jr. hit his first career grand slam in a 6-1 Yankees win over the Colorado Rockies, making it New York’s first slam of 2026 and placing him as the second-youngest Yankee to reach the feat at 21 years, 99 days. Will Warren earned the win as Judge returned from injury with two hits, while Lombard’s third homer of the season came off Tomoyuki Sugano, with Luis García Jr. and Cody Bellinger also going deep.

Sam Okafor Lombard’s first grand slam at 21 looks like the start of something big for the Yankees lineup.

Zambia's Hichilema sworn in for second term as rival faces treason charges — Sep 1, 2026Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema was sworn in for a second five-year term after securing about 60% of the vote in August, in a ceremony that occurred amid post-election tensions and opposition arrests. Opposition leader Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu were detained and later charged with treason after security raids and despite a disputed election and closed courts for appeals.

Marcus Bell Treason charges right after the ceremony feels less like justice and more like a message being sent to the opposition.

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