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Voters push for data centersPolitics — 2d

Kennedy Center removes 'Blue' sculpture as parkway lanes close — 5dThe Kennedy Center began dismantling Joel Shapiro's Blue sculpture, installed in 2019, as part of broader changes to the center under President Trump's push to reshape Washington's cultural institutions, with the artist's work potentially reinstalled elsewhere. The removal has drawn public reaction and involved logistical disruptions, including temporary traffic closures and ongoing debates over the center's branding and future renovations.

US disables two Iranian tankers, destroys third after Iran targets warships — 1dIran’s IRGC and IRGC Navy say they struck three oil tankers and three US vessels in retaliation for American strikes, while the United States CENTCOM confirms targeting three IRGC tankers and vows to impose higher costs if attacks continue. The incidents center on the Strait of Hormuz and follow sanctions actions, with both sides warning of intensified measures and broader risks to shipping in the region.

Jared Kim Both sides claiming victory here, hard to know what actually happened out there beyond the tankers burning.

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Ukrainian center Koval leaves LSU over Russian recruit, NCAA future unclear — 4dUkrainian center Kate Koval left LSU after the program signed Russian 6-foot-5 center Anna Minaeva, saying the move and Russia’s war against Ukraine deeply affected her and her family and made her question whether LSU was still the right place for her. She stressed her father’s service in the Ukrainian military and hopes the NCAA will allow her to play elsewhere this season, noting she wasn’t informed of Minaeva’s signing until after the transfer portal closed.

Nicole Hardy Hope the NCAA cuts her a break on eligibility. She didn't create this situation, the timing of that signing did.

AOC proposes Mar-a-Lago data center after Trump calls critics 'backwards' — 5dRep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez suggested placing an AI data center at Mar-a-Lago in response to President Trump's claim that communities opposing data centers are 'backwards and poor,' illustrating the sharp political divide over AI infrastructure. While Trump promotes data centers as drivers of growth, local residents and some Republicans express concern about costs and siting, and Palm Beach County has recently rejected another proposal.

Chris Dalton If Mar-a-Lago's such a great spot for growth and jobs, Trump should have no problem putting his money where his mouth is.

Carlson Warns Abbott Faces Tight Texas Reelection Race — 3dTucker Carlson warned that Texas Governor Greg Abbott could lose reelection to Democrat Gina Hinojosa as polls tighten and Abbott’s evolving stance on AI data centers fuels voter concerns. The coverage notes that despite Abbott’s current edge in several polls, the race remains competitive amid a state audit of data-center projects and ongoing debate over their impact.

St. Louis Enacts First Data Center Regulations — Aug 31, 2026President Trump continues to frame data centers as a major economic opportunity, urging communities to embrace them as a path to lower taxes and more jobs while warning that opposing them will leave areas “backwards and poor.” He also argues that China is delighted by the anti-data-center movement and ties the issue to the global AI and energy policy competition, a stance echoed across his campaign trajectory.

EPA proposal to cut data center permit notices sparks backlashPolitics — 5dThe EPA proposed a rule to remove federal public-notice and comment requirements for minor air permits tied to data centers, delegating public involvement to state and local authorities while keeping emission standards unchanged. Critics argue this reduces transparency and could leave communities uninformed about environmental impacts, especially as data-center development accelerates amid concerns about AI infrastructure, whereas supporters say the change would streamline permitting without altering pollution limits.

Trump's proposed Lafayette Park fence, visitor center face first federal review — 4dThe National Capital Planning Commission is reviewing plans for a permanent Lafayette Park fence and an underground White House visitor screening center, continuing President Donald Trump’s White House makeover; no votes are expected as reviews proceed. While panels have historically endorsed Trump’s capital projects, public backlash and preservation concerns persist around the park’s fencing and its impact on the historic landscape.

Elena Vasquez Every president tweaks the White House grounds somehow, but a permanent fence changes the whole feel of that public space for everyone.

Brazil Senate approves data center tax breaks worth billions, sends bill to Lula — 5dBrazil’s Senate approved the Redata special tax regime to suspend federal taxes on data-center equipment, with a projected 5.2 billion reais tax impact in 2026, and sent the bill to President Lula for signature; the regime also imposes conditions such as renewable or low-emission energy use and minimum domestic market reservations. The same session also advanced a separate 30 billion reais driver credit program, highlighting Brazil’s broader push to attract data-center investment and digital infrastructure development.

Elena Vasquez billion in foregone taxes is a big bet on data centers paying off long term - hope the renewable energy requirement actually gets enforced.

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Miss America contestants dazzle with karate, dance and steel drums in West Palm Beach — 4dWest Palm Beach hosted Miss America-related events spanning 2007 preliminaries at the Kravis Center, featuring fitness, evening gown, and community-service Q&A, all set against patriotic staging and scholarship awards. In 2026, 104 contestants showcased diverse talents at the Kravis Center ahead of a Red Carpet and weekend crowning, with Miss Florida Alexandra de Roos highlighting brain-injury advocacy through The Blue Project.

U.S. construction spending falls as data centers offset housing slump — 5dJuly 2026 US construction spending declined 0.5% month over month to about $2.158 trillion, with a 3.8% year-over-year drop and the weakest level since October 2023. Residential spending fell 7.3% year over year, while nonresidential spending inched higher on gains in data-center and office categories, underscoring a softer overall environment driven by higher borrowing costs.

Dana Whitfield Interesting that office construction is ticking up again after years of doom and gloom predictions about empty buildings.

Ultra Scalp Micropigmentation Learning Center expands online resourceLifestyle — Aug 29, 2026Tampa-based SMP practitioner Ryan Krupnick has created the Ultra Scalp Micropigmentation Learning Center, a nearly 400-page, searchable educational resource for scalp micropigmentation that covers hair loss, density treatments, alopecia, hairline restoration, corrections, and scar camouflage. The center emphasizes answering real-world client questions beyond a typical FAQ by leveraging Krupnick’s hands-on experience.

Kennedy Center Name Dispute Returns to Court as Renovation Debate Intensifies — Aug 28, 2026A Kennedy Center naming dispute and renovation plan, driven by a Trump-aligned board, faces intense federal court scrutiny as Judge Christopher Cooper weighs whether the center can proceed with inscribing Trump’s name and still comply with legal bounds, delaying any physical work and potentially upending funding proposals. The case centers on timing, authority over inscriptions, and whether a broader renovation plan and possible demolition hinge on court rulings, with the judge pressing for clarity on urgency and legality while the board argues the changes are needed to secure funding.

Nagpur Flower Show Draws Nearly 1,000 EntriesLifestyle — 3dGardening coverage centers on Nagpur’s 124th Flower Show, with bonsai, roses and indoor plants highlighted by top exhibitors and a slate of award winners. It also offers practical takeaways for diverse climates, from Texas’ cottage-garden style to shade-tolerant color strategies and easy-care monsoon-friendly succulents.

Nokia's new Riyadh center to build AI-driven networks for Saudi Vision 2030 — 6dNokia opened its first R&D center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to develop AI-powered network automation and orchestration software, focusing on SMO, SON, Autopilot, rApps, and AI-native 6G technologies to localize advanced capabilities and train Saudi talent. The project aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, strengthens Saudi Arabia’s status as a hub for intelligent network innovation, and serves Nokia’s global customers with localized expertise.

Derek Foss Network automation and AI orchestration sound great on paper, but I'll believe the "intelligent network hub" claim when we see actual deployed products from this center.

Pope Leo XIV Urges Eucharistic Unity in LoveGood News — 2dA Catholic-focused set of pieces highlights devotion and liturgy: from a Rosary meditation and veneration of Eucharistic adoration by contemplative nuns to reflections on Father’s Day, family life, and societal issues, as well as a detailed reading of the Passover as part of the liturgical calendar. It also features a scholarly redefinition of liturgical theology that centers on the Paschal Mystery and Jesus’ leitourgia, proposing a new ecumenical methodology for studying worship.