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Tropical Storm Edouard could strengthen before Texas-Louisiana landfall — 2dTropical Storm Edouard has formed in the Gulf and is tracking toward the Texas-Louisiana coast, with tropical-storm warnings and flood watches in effect as forecasters warn of heavy rain, gusty winds, and potential flooding. Forecasts indicate Edouard could make landfall along the northwest Gulf coast this week, bringing widespread rainfall across Southeast Texas and parts of Louisiana.

Jared Kim Hope folks along the coast are watching the track closely, these things can jog last minute.

Widespread Severe Storm Warnings Across SD, MN, NVPolitics — 3dA series of severe thunderstorms and wind advisories are ongoing across the Midwest and West, bringing hail, damaging winds, and the potential for outdoor injuries. Residents and boaters are urged to seek shelter indoors, monitor local alerts, and avoid outdoor activities until conditions improve.

UK boosts Ebola funding to £78m as DRC outbreak death toll nears 3,000 — 1dThe UK has pledged more than £50 million to help contain the Ebola outbreak in the DRC, bringing total UK funding to about £78 million as confirmed cases exceed 6,000 in the deadliest and fastest-spreading outbreak on record. The package funds surveillance, frontline health workers, treatment access, infection prevention, community outreach and safe burials, with public health experts deployed to support on-the-ground efforts.

Sam Okafor Good to see UK stepping up but the real test is whether it reaches frontline workers on the ground, not just pledges on paper.

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Bombardier to acquire MHI Canada Aerospace plant amid push for higher jet output — 1dBombardier is set to acquire Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Canada Aerospace assets in Mississauga, bringing about 750 employees and a 270,000-square-foot facility into Bombardier’s in-house aerostructures operations, with closing expected later this year subject to regulatory approvals. The deal strengthens Bombardier’s manufacturing resilience and flexibility and includes transitional support from MHI to ensure continuity of aircraft programs as production scales with growing demand.

Maya Lindstrom Bringing manufacturing in-house makes sense if they're serious about hitting those production targets.

Sixers add 7-foot-6 Tacko Fall, Jameer Nelson Jr. to training camp — 1dThe Philadelphia 76ers announced the signings of Tacko Fall, Jameer Nelson Jr., and Saint Thomas on training camp contracts, with two-way eligibility and the potential to earn a roster spot as camp opens. The moves add frontcourt depth behind Joel Embiid and bring in players with G League experience and shooting versatility, a development highlighted by Jaylen Brown’s reaction to Fall’s signing.

Priya Raman Curious if Fall can actually stick this time or if it's just training camp hype again like with other teams.

Dairy Queen revives Pumpkin Pie Blizzard for fall, end date undisclosed — 2dDairy Queen’s 2026 fall menu launches August 31 for a limited time, bringing back the Pumpkin Pie Blizzard along with two new items—the Brown Sugar Cookie Dough Blizzard and the Toasted Marshmallow Mocha DQ Coffee Cooler—while August also marks the debut of Caramel Apple Cheesecake Blizzard as Blizzard of the Month in the early fall rollout.

PACS Group to acquire 32 Florida nursing facilities in fourth new state — 1dPACS Group announced the acquisition of 32 Florida skilled nursing facilities leased from Omega Healthcare Investors, adding 4,049 licensed beds and marking the company’s entry into Florida while expected to close in Q4 2026; the deal expands PACS’s southern footprint alongside continuing closings of 11 Eduro facilities, bringing total Eduro closings to 31 of 34 and operations to 355 facilities. CEO Jason Murray highlighted Florida as a high-growth market aligned with PACS’s strategy to expand in areas with strong demographic demand and enhanced care delivery.

Tom Gallagher Interesting they're calling it high-growth demographics when what they mean is more elderly residents needing care as boomers age.

Kessié Returns to Atalanta on Multi-Year Deal — 4dIvory Coast captain Franck Kessié has rejoined Atalanta on a free transfer after leaving Al-Ahli, turning down Juventus and Roma to return to the club where he began his European career. The move signals Atalanta’s continued rebuild as Kessié brings experience and a return to Serie A under the club’s evolving leadership.

Teladoc Names Insurance Veteran Grasher CFO — 2dTeladoc Health named Michael Grasher as chief financial officer, effective August 31, 2026, bringing more than 30 years of insurance and financial services leadership, including prior CFO roles at IFG Companies, Fortegra, and AMERISAFE. His appointment is expected to strengthen financial discipline, cost control, and capital allocation as Teladoc advances product and margin improvements, while replacing interim CFO Charles Divita, III amid ongoing revenue and margin challenges.

Sound of Harvest 2026 blends ancient Silk Road music with global traditions — 2dThe Chinese Musicians Association of North America presents Sound of Harvest 2026, its cross-cultural concert series, on September 12 at Rutgers University and September 13 at Montclair State University, bringing together diverse traditions from China, Japan, West Africa, Europe and the Americas. The program highlights pieces such as Riffs and Flow inspired by Dunhuang pipa notation and Tan Dun’s Desert of Sorrow, emphasizing interactive exchanges across musical backgrounds.

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Dolphins field NFL's youngest roster as Miami bets on future over wins — 3dThe Miami Dolphins entered 2026 with the NFL’s youngest roster, averaging 25.3 years and with about 47 percent of players aged 22 to 24, signaling a deliberate rebuild under GM Jon-Eric Sullivan and coach Jeff Hafley focused on long-term development over immediate wins. While this youth movement may bring early struggles, the plan centers on building a durable culture, discipline, and a solid foundation for future success.

GasBuddy predicts record Labor Day gas prices amid global tensions — 2dLabor Day 2027 is projected to bring record-high gas prices nationwide, with GasBuddy placing the national average around $4.03 per gallon and regional spikes including Lamorinda’s near $5.39 and Oregon/Washington in the high-$4s as supply tensions persist. The price volatility is driven by Iran-related disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and reduced refining capacity from Russian drone strikes, though analysts say relief may come after the summer travel rush as demand eases.

Rams Bring Back Donald, Add Myles Garrett — 6dThe Los Angeles Rams are continuing to evaluate Aaron Donald’s potential return, giving him time to decide whether to un-retire while preparing for the possibility with ongoing workouts and roster planning. Team figures such as Andrew Whitworth and Sean McVay express strong belief Donald will return if the Rams remain contenders, even as no official decision has been announced.

Lesotho expands male midwife workforce to curb deathsHealth — 4dLesotho is increasingly recruiting male midwives to expand the skilled birth attendant workforce and bring care closer to rural communities, a shift that supports a target to cut maternal deaths and is already seeing higher shares of births attended by trained providers. While male midwives face cultural barriers, outreach efforts and visible role models like Sehloho Ntlhane are slowly normalizing the profession and expanding access for women in remote areas.

Edouard Aims at Texas-LA Coast; Rain Expected — 5dA Gulf disturbance south of the Mississippi River coast is gradually organizing (Invest 97L/AL97) and could drift west toward Louisiana and the Texas coast, with a 30% chance of development and the potential to bring heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gusty winds to the northern Gulf and nearby landmasses over the next several days. Forecasters from multiple agencies stress that development remains uncertain but any system could produce impactful rainfall and coastal weather, and residents should monitor updates as the disturbance could become the next named storm.

Astros Bring Back Strom Amid Organizational Shakeups — 6dThe Houston Astros have rehired Brent Strom as a pitching consultant for the remainder of the season to help stabilize a struggling staff, with him in uniform for the Mets series. Strom, 77, previously guided the Astros from 2014–2021 during a high-clarity pitching era and is rejoining as the team seeks a boost as the rotation and staff pace toward the playoffs.

Eswatini Receives Two More US DeporteesPolitics — 6dEswatini welcomed two more third-country nationals deported from the United States under a $5.1 million agreement with President Donald Trump’s administration, bringing the total number of deportees to over 30 and reinforcing the temporary nature of their stay. Officials say many deportees have already returned home or sought voluntary repatriation, while rights groups continue to scrutinize the arrangement.

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Zhejiang Taizhou makes landfall as Saudel hits coastWeather — Aug 26, 2026Typhoon Saudel made landfall in Zhejiang, China, with strong winds and heavy rainfall warnings, threatening flooding along the coast after it battered Okinawa and Japan’s southwestern islands, causing power outages and flight disruption. The storm is forecast to bring moisture across the Pacific toward British Columbia, even as China braces for its continued coastal impacts.

Stars Drop Pride Night, Launch Hockey Unite UsSports — 5dThe Dallas Stars will skip Pride Night for the first time in at least five years and instead host "Hockey Unites Us: Women in Sports Night" on March 23 against the Carolina Hurricanes, with the team saying the new format will celebrate a different underrepresented community each season. The move has drawn backlash and places Dallas among a minority of NHL teams not hosting Pride Night, while others like the Los Angeles Kings plan to bring Pride Night back next season.

Chelsea signs one-year Circle shirt dealBusiness — 6dCircle Internet becomes Chelsea's principal partner and official front-of-shirt sponsor, bringing USDC branding to the club’s shirts starting with the 2026/27 season, marking the first time a cryptocurrency financial services firm fronts Chelsea in the Premier League. Chelsea will debut the USDC-branded kit in their first home game of the 2026/27 season against Brighton, with terms of the deal undisclosed and amid broader crypto-sponsorship dynamics and regulatory cautions from the FCA.

Cardinals, Pirates plan weekend series at Busch — 6dThe St. Louis Cardinals and Pittsburgh Pirates square off in a three-game series at Busch Stadium, with predictions leaning toward the Cardinals due to recent form and favorable matchups, and with Chicago-like bullpen notes and home/away trends shaping the outlook. Friday’s game features Quinn Mathews for the Cardinals against Jared Jones of the Pirates, as both clubs bring strong pitching arms and season-long swings in head-to-heads and run-line dynamics into the series.

Bulgaria Secures Seven Minehunters From Belgium, Netherlands to Clear Black Sea MinesWorld — Aug 27, 2026Bulgaria has approved the acquisition of seven Tripartite-class mine countermeasure vessels from Belgium and the Netherlands, with three ships from the Netherlands and four from Belgium, to bolster NATO’s Black Sea demining capabilities. The transfers, training, and spare-parts support are tied to Bulgaria covering repairs and modernization to bring the ships to NATO combat-readiness, with delivery potentially influenced by the Montreux Convention.

Vandalism Hits Flock Cameras Across StatesWorld — Aug 25, 2026Authorities in multiple cities report deliberate vandalism of Flock Safety license-plate reader cameras, including tampering with poles, solar panels, and even shootings; police warn that damaging such public-safety devices can bring criminal charges and financial restitution. Investigations continue as cameras are repaired or reinstalled, with ongoing debate over surveillance privacy fueling the vandalism trend.

Buss Brothers Buy 5% Padres for $3.9B — Aug 26, 2026Joey and Jesse Buss have joined the San Diego Padres’ ownership group as minority investors, acquiring about 5% and serving on the advisory board, bringing their Lakers-era experience with salary caps and long-term roster development to baseball. Their move coincides with the Padres’ new ownership group’s closing of an MLB-record valuation and ongoing Buss family drama linked to the Lakers sale, as they also pursue an NBA Europe stake.

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