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NYC Plans AI Ban for K–8 Students — 13hNew York City will ban AI use for students from kindergarten through eighth grade and impose strict screen-time limits, with AI becoming available in ninth grade only for approved educational activities; teachers will still be allowed to use AI for lesson planning, and companion chatbots are barred. The policy, prompted by concerns over mental health and development and following criticism of earlier guidelines, will be refined after stakeholder feedback with a report due to inform the final rules.

Jared Kim Ninth grade cutoff seems arbitrary, but I get the idea of easing them in once they've built real skills first.

Brewers activate catcher Bo Naylor, reliever JoJo Romero for playoff push — 16hThe Milwaukee Brewers activated left-hander JoJo Romero from the injured list and promoted catcher Bo Naylor as rosters expanded to 28 ahead of a playoff push, following deadline-day trades with the Cardinals and Guardians. Naylor provides left-handed power while Romero, a high-leverage reliever returning from an appendectomy, strengthens Milwaukee’s bullpen and catching depth as the team evaluates postseason options.

Priya Raman Trading for depth then expanding the roster to fit these guys in shows Milwaukee's serious about October.

Mariners activate Cooper Criswell as bullpen faces late-season squeeze — 1dCooper Criswell has been activated from the 60-day injured list after a shoulder strain, returning to help Seattle’s bullpen following rehab outings. The club also shuffled the roster by promoting Lazaro Montes and placing Nick Davila on the 15-day IL, with Colt Emerson moved to the 60-day IL as part of the ongoing bullpen and roster adjustments.

Dana Whitfield Montes finally gets his shot, curious to see if the bat translates right away at this level.

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IAEA confirms Syria secretly built nuclear reactor under Assad's rule — 18hThe IAEA says Syria under Bashar al-Assad had an undeclared nuclear program, with a nuclear reactor under construction at Deir Ezzor and related fuel facilities, and that past authorities failed to report nuclear material and activities. Inspectors found cooling infrastructure consistent with a reactor, verified significant nuclear material, and noted Syria’s cooperation in providing accounting reports as excavation and verification proceed.

Derek Foss So the Israeli strike back in 2007 wasn't just paranoia after all, seems it was the real thing.

Kalshi imposes first lifetime ban on George Santos over State of the Union bet — 2dKalshi permanently bans former Rep. George Santos from its platform, marking the company’s first lifetime ban and imposing a $71,356 penalty for alleged trading misconduct tied to his activity, including an insider-trading-related violation. The move follows Santos’s past penalties for betting on his own attendance at the State of the Union—where he won about $18,000 after a $35,000 fine—and his history of legal troubles and a pardon from President Donald Trump.

Israel Strikes in Gaza and West Bank EscalateWorld — 6dIsraeli forces conducted extensive raids, air and ground strikes across Gaza and the West Bank, killing and wounding civilians, demolishing homes, and arresting Palestinians as part of an escalating campaign that includes ceasefire violations in Gaza and intensified settlement-related activity in the West Bank. The actions span multiple towns and camps, with casualties among women, children, and other civilians amid ongoing protests, raids, and settler activity fueling regional tensions.

Manufacturers Life Expands Holdings Across Utilities, Energy, TechFinance — 6dManufacturers Life Insurance Co actively adjusted its equity holdings in several U.S. companies, taking new positions in Ero Copper, Consolidated Edison and American Electric Power while trimming its stakes in Applied Materials and sharply reducing its stake in Becton, Dickinson and Company. The moves mirror broader institutional trading activity as other investors also adjusted positions across these names.

Riley Greene returns from hamstring injury as Tigers chase playoff hopes — 22hThe Detroit Tigers activated three-time All-Star Riley Greene off the injured list, with him set to start in left field and hit cleanup as they host the Minnesota Twins, hoping his return sparks an offense that has struggled for weeks. His reintroduction is aimed at providing energy and stability to a lineup that has fallen out of contention, as Detroit tries to rebound from a rough stretch and chase a Wild Card.

Tom Gallagher Hope his hamstring actually holds up this time, rushing him back for a playoff push isn't worth risking a setback later.

Global PMIs Mixed in August Readings — 5dChina’s manufacturing activity remains in contraction as the PMI hovers around the 50 threshold, with August readings signaling a second consecutive month of weakness even as exports support growth. The economy faces sluggish domestic demand and a protracted property slump, keeping policymakers’ room for easing but with limited scale and uncertain impact on momentum.

Verizon activates backup generators and satellite links ahead of Edouard — 1dVerizon has fortified its Gulf Coast network for Tropical Storm Edouard with permanent and portable backup generators, satellite communications, and pre-staged equipment, while its Frontline Crisis Response Team stands by to support public safety agencies. The company also urges customers with satellite-enabled devices to test messaging and maintain connectivity as conditions develop.

Priya Raman Good to see them prepping early instead of scrambling after the storm hits like some past years.

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Cubs Activate Shaw; Taylor Adds to Outfield — 6dThe Cubs activated Matt Shaw from the injured list after a hand injury and a minor-league rehab stint, with the team preparing to reintegrate him into a lineup that could feature him at shortstop and in left field to balance Southpaw pitching matchups, while also noting Kevin Alcántara’s option to Triple-A. As Chicago chases a playoff spot, they sit seven games behind the Brewers in the NL Central and face a pivotal stretch against the Reds and Brewers as Shaw returns to bolster depth.

Eurozone manufacturing hits four-year high as Germany surges, Italy contracts — 1dEurozone manufacturing activity picked up in August, with the PMI rising to 52.7—the highest in about 51 months—led by Germany’s strongest growth in over four years and supported by improvements in France and broader regional demand; however, Italy remained in contraction. Separately, Sweden’s manufacturing PMI also signaled solid expansion at 56.1, underscoring a broader euro-area evidence of improving factory output and orders across major European economies, aided by easing input costs though supply pressures persist.

Nicole Hardy Easing input costs helping margins but supply chain issues sound like they never really went away.

Pakistan to lead new Saudi-Turkey defence pact secretariat for three years — 2dSaudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan agreed to establish a secretariat in Saudi Arabia under the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, with Pakistan to provide the first secretary-general for an initial three-year term, to deepen defence cooperation and coordinate military activities and industry collaboration. The move institutionalizes the trilateral pact, emphasizes deterrence and regional stability, and commits to de-escalation and peaceful crisis resolution.

Wedbush Expands ETF, Tech Stock Stakes — 3dWedbush Securities disclosed new and increased holdings across multiple funds and stocks in Q2 filings, including AVUS, LIN, STX, JTEK, and NOBL, reflecting a broad allocation to ETFs and tech/consumer tech and growth names. The moves were paired with other institutional investors adjusting positions in these same holdings, signaling active trading and shifting confidence in these names.

Cardinals Activate Sweat, Make Multiple Roster Moves — Aug 24, 2026The Arizona Cardinals activated star edge rusher Josh Sweat from the PUP list, signaling his return to a key defensive role ahead of the season opener, after his productive 2024 campaign with 12 sacks. In the same round of moves, the team released running back Trey Benson and pulled in safeties Devyn Bobby and Hudson Clark, shaping the roster and depth at running back and safety.

Padres place Sheets, Rengifo on 10-day IL — 3dThe San Diego Padres placed Gavin Sheets on the 10-day injured list with a left foot sprain and Luis Rengifo on the 10-day IL with a right knee sprain, while recalling Sung-Mun Song and activating Samad Taylor to bolster the roster. The injuries come as San Diego competes for the final NL wild-card spot.

Wife of Active-Duty Army Sgt Deported — Aug 25, 2026Cristy Maryori Villafranca-Trejo, wife of Army Sgt. Hedar Leonel Turcios Juarez, was deported to Honduras, marking at least the seventh removal of a relative of an active-duty service member under President Trump's immigration crackdown. The cases highlight the wider toll on military families, as service members balance duties with childcare and spouses face removal after years in the United States.

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Niger Niamey Attack Expands Target Scope — 4dGunfire and explosions rocked Niamey as attackers targeted Diori Hamani International Airport and attempted to breach the presidency perimeter, with Base 101 hit again and forces saying the situation was under control. Niamey, like neighboring Mali and Burkina Faso, is under a military junta amid a persistent jihadist insurgency with groups including IS in the Sahel and JNIM active in the region.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr Activated from Concussion List — Aug 22, 2026The Blue Jays activated Vladimir Guerrero Jr. from the seven-day concussion injured list ahead of their game with the Yankees after he cleared concussion protocols and completed a rehab assignment, as he continues his return to form this season. In a corresponding move, Davis Schneider was optioned to Triple-A Buffalo to make roster space for Guerrero.

Colts Hope Alec Pierce Returns to Practice — Aug 24, 2026Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce remains on the physically unable to perform list while recovering from ankle/heel surgery, but coach Shane Steichen indicated he’s hopeful Pierce will practice this week and be in line for activation before Week 1. The situation carries added weight given his $114 million contract and the looming 53-man deadline on rosters, with teams deciding whether to place him on reserve/PUP or move him to the active roster as they shape depth at wide receiver.

George Kittle Activated from PUP, Returns to Practice — Aug 23, 2026The 49ers activated star tight end George Kittle from the Physically Unable to Perform list as he recovers from a January Achilles injury, signaling a faster-than-expected return that could see him ready for Week 1 in Australia against the Rams. While the move boosts optimism, team officials acknowledge it remains uncertain whether he’ll play immediately, with schedules and travel considerations shaping his early-season availability.

Walmart Opioid Settlement Reaches $50 Million — 3dThe Department of Justice and Drug Enforcement Administration announced Walmart will pay 50 million dollars to settle federal allegations that its pharmacies dispensed thousands of invalid opioid and other controlled-substance prescriptions dating back to 2013, with new oversight measures including a reporting hotline and active monitoring of prescriptions. Walmart did not admit liability as part of the agreement, which includes strengthened compliance requirements to curb future violations.

4,700 troops join Indonesia-US drills as Jakarta balances China ties — 2dIndonesia, the United States and a broad coalition launched the annual Super Garuda Shield with about 4,700 personnel from 13 countries, aiming to deter aggression and bolster Indo-Pacific security while Indonesia maintains a neutral, free-and-active stance amid balancing ties with Washington and Beijing. Separately, the UAE and South Korea conducted Rabdan Al Sharq/3 to strengthen military readiness, joint planning, and interoperability as part of ongoing defense cooperation in the region.

Marcus Bell Good to see UAE and South Korea deepening ties too, shows this isn't just one region's concern but a wider push for readiness.

91-year-old Dale Sanders reclaims Appalachian Trail recordSports — 3dDale Sanders, at 91, reclaimed the Appalachian Trail's record as the oldest finisher after a 2,193-mile trek in which he endured 71 falls, starting in September and ending atop Mount Katahdin. Betty Kellenberger, age 80, became the trail's oldest woman to thru-hike and shares advice on staying active and embracing the journey despite setbacks like Lyme disease and a hurricane.

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