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Times Square stabbing leaves one dead, suspect killed by NYPD, motive unclear — 2dA knife-wielding woman stabbed two people in Times Square, killing one and critically injuring another, before officers shot and killed her. Police said the motive remains unclear and the incident prompted a large response with road closures as investigators work the case.

Dana Whitfield Hope they can figure out the motive soon. Random attacks like this are what scare people most.

US-Iran Clashes Escalate as UAE Intercepts Drone — 2dUAE defence authorities said its air force intercepted a drone approaching from Iran over the country’s territorial waters, with air defences remaining on high alert. Iranian military statements meanwhile claimed retaliatory strikes against US bases in the region and vowed to safeguard security around the Strait of Hormuz, signaling escalating regional tensions.

Patrick Bruel cancels 35-date tour amid rape investigation, denies claims — 1dFrench singer Patrick Bruel cancelled his 35-date anniversary tour after being placed under formal investigation for rape and other sex crimes, amid protests and mounting pressure from local officials. He said the decision was to prevent dragging audiences and touring teams into the broader debate and insisted he would defend himself in court.

Dana Whitfield Smart move honestly - dragging fans and crew through this circus wouldn't have helped him or them. Court is where this needs to be settled, not on stage.

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

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ACCC clears $40 billion Kimberly-Clark Kenvue deal after period-care brand sale — 19hAustralia’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.

House votes 413-2 to censure NC Rep. Chuck Edwards over harassment claims — 1dThe House voted 413-2 to censure Rep. Chuck Edwards after the House Ethics Committee found years of inappropriate conduct toward two young female staffers, including lavish gifts, personal messages, and invitations to intimate events, creating a hostile work environment. Edwards apologized and said his actions did not amount to harassment, while noting he would not seek reelection, with only Rep. Ralph Norman voting against the censure.

Sam Okafor tells you everything—when it's this bipartisan, the evidence must've been overwhelming.

Putin claims major gains in Ukraine, refuses talks with Kyiv's leaders — 1dPutin said Russia is winning the war in Ukraine, branded Kyiv’s leadership as terrorists, acknowledged Ukrainian drone attacks, and touted battlefield gains including the capture of 270 square kilometers in Donetsk and advances toward Sloviansk and Kramatorsk, with plans for large strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. He dismissed mobilization rumors as nonsense and signaled openness to talks if they could produce results, insisting momentum remains on Moscow’s side.

Tom Gallagher square kilometers sounds big until you remember the size of the country he's trying to take.

Harriet Tubman Goes Back Thirteen TimesGood News — FROM 1850Free herself, she returned again and again into slave country — guided, she said, by prayer — and never lost a single passenger.

Messi retires from Argentina after 2026 World Cup final — 3dLionel Messi announced his retirement from the Argentina national team, ending a 21-year international career that included a 2022 World Cup title and a 2026 runner-up finish. He said he had nothing more to give, thanked teammates and supporters in emotional Instagram posts, and will continue playing club football with Inter Miami.

Colts WR Arrest Details Expanded — 3dIndianapolis Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen was arrested early Sunday in downtown Indianapolis on preliminary DWI charges, with reports noting two misdemeanor DUI offenses. Allen had just joined the Colts on August 19 and appeared in a preseason game, and the team said it is gathering more information.

Jonas Salk Gives Away the Polio VaccineGood News — FROM 1955Church bells rang when the polio vaccine was declared safe — and asked who owned the patent, Salk said: 'Could you patent the sun?'

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Top general tells Sen. Slotkin no plans for troops at 2026 polls — 2dGen. Dan Caine, chair of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said there are no plans to deploy federal troops or National Guard to polling places for the 2026 midterms, and no plans to seize ballots or voting materials, addressing Democrats’ fears of interference. The statement, in a letter to Sen. Elissa Slotkin, comes amid concerns sparked by Trump-era actions and ongoing debates about election security and federal involvement.

Jared Kim Good to hear, but a letter isn't a law. I'd feel better with something more binding than a promise.

Pastor Killed as Festival Sign Collapses in West SussexWorld — 5dAt the Big Church Festival in West Sussex, a large sign collapsed, killing a 41-year-old man from Eastbourne and injuring several attendees as emergency services responded, with the event brought to a close or placed on lockdown. Authorities and organisers said they are cooperating with investigations and urged witnesses to provide information as the festival's status and safety measures are reviewed.

Bessent downplays yen weakness, defers to Bank of Japan on rates — 3dUS Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the yen moves are pretty well contained and not disorderly, signaling patience for BoJ Governor Kazuo Ueda to set policy pace and suggesting Japan may have reached the end of Abenomics under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. As the G20 gathering approaches, he also indicated robust talks with China and a shift toward letting Tokyo manage monetary policy, while avoiding fresh intervention and watching incoming data for further steps.

Natasha Cloud condemns Kanter Freedom, shifts focus — 4dNatasha Cloud said she would not dwell on her confrontation with Enes Kanter Freedom, instead highlighting urgent issues facing women and children such as domestic violence, sexual assault, and food insecurity, and criticizing the culture-war distraction around transgender rights. Meanwhile, Freedom's presence triggered sanctions from Sky owner Michael Alter who banned him from attending games, with Cloud urging the WNBA to follow suit and make the ban league-wide.

Sakamoto beats retiring Nishikori, earns US Open spot — 5dJapan’s Rei Sakamoto defeated Kei Nishikori 6-4, 7-6(3) in the US Open qualifying final to earn a main-draw spot, signaling a changing of the guard as Nishikori—who has said this will be his final season—continues toward retirement. Sakamoto, 20, fired 19 aces and spoke of idolizing Nishikori, whose farewell is framed against the backdrop of the rising Japanese talent.

Cornyn Calls Paxton Lazy, Poor Campaigner — 5dSen. John Cornyn lambasted Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton as lazy and a poor campaigner and said he will not fundraise for Paxton’s general election, arguing Paxton hasn’t made a compelling case to voters. Paxton faces a tight race against Democrat James Talarico, with Talarico leading in polls and fundraising, while President Donald Trump continues to back Paxton amid a donor environment where many supporters have stayed on the sidelines.

Walmart Reaches $50 Million Opioid SettlementBusiness — 5dWalmart has settled a U.S. government lawsuit accusing it of unlawfully dispensing opioids from its pharmacies, with the terms undisclosed and the case dismissed in federal court in Delaware; the Justice Department said the settlement resolves allegations of noncompliance with the Controlled Substances Act. The deal follows Walmart's 2022 $3.1 billion settlement with state and local governments over its role in the opioid crisis, as nationwide overdose deaths from opioid misuse continue to be a central issue and the financial impact remains unclear.

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Texas AG Paxton backs Cunningham in WNBA debate — Aug 21, 2026Texas AG Ken Paxton said he is concerned about how the WNBA has handled supporters of Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham and is watching the issue for fairness, while noting Texas laws protect against transgender participation in women’s sports and insisting he hopes improvements are made. He attended the Fever–Wings game with his daughter, wore XX-XY shirts, and said he's 'looking at it' for possible involvement, amid incidents of fans being asked to cover shirts and the league apologizing for a past incident.

Lake Ontario Renaming Sparks Diplomatic Tensions — Aug 25, 2026President Donald Trump said the United States is seriously considering renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America as trade talks with Canada stall and business ties with Ontario cool. He tied the proposal to heightened tensions, including threats of higher tariffs and ongoing sparring with Ontario's Doug Ford.

Gripen jet crashes near Szolnok; pilot ejects — Aug 24, 2026A Hungarian Air Force Gripen crashed near Szolnok on August 24; the pilot ejected and is alive, with authorities launching an investigation and reporting no civilian injuries. Prime Minister Péter Magyar confirmed the incident and said the pilot was transported for medical evaluation in some reports.

Colorado site exposes 133,000 confidential voter profiles — 6dA software update to the Colorado Secretary of State’s Find My Voter Registration tool briefly disabled protections, exposing confidential voter profiles for up to about 11 days and affecting tens of thousands of records, with at least 59 voters’ information accessed. Secretary of State Jena Griswold apologized, said affected voters were contacted, and announced additional safeguards, automated QA, and testing protocols to prevent future breaches as reports from multiple outlets converge on the incident.

Progress IV Sinks, All Crew Rescued — 6dA Dominican-flagged merchant ship Progress IV caught fire and sank in Romania’s Black Sea exclusive economic zone on August 27, with all 12 crew rescued, one injured; authorities say the vessel was likely hit and an investigation will determine the cause. Romanian President Nicușor Dan noted the ship had been struck and said rescue operations, conducted despite rough seas, were completed with 12 sailors safe, while ongoing inquiries will clarify who or what caused the strike.

US C-17 Lands in Moscow Amid Speculation — Aug 25, 2026A U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III landed at Moscow's Vnukovo on August 25 after departing Riga, with previous routing from Camp Springs/Andrews AFB, marking a rare and remotely reported arrival. Flight-tracking data documented the path while the Kremlin said it had no information about the flight and the purpose remains unclear.

Game Removes Drake Verse From No Brakes — Aug 24, 2026The Game revealed multiple versions of No Brakes and said he removed or altered Drake’s verse to keep the album focused on music and protect the West Coast from beefs, denying disses toward Kendrick Lamar. He and Drake still appear together on the released track, and the surrounding chatter centers on his loyalty to Drake and his stance in the Kendrick–Drake dynamic.

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