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Senate Hearing Probes Flock Camera Surveillance Concerns — 3dCEOs skipped a Sept. 23 Senate surveillance hearing. Lindsey Isaacs said a Flock flag led to "13 days in jail for a crash I had nothing to do with."

Rachel Meyers It's wrong that Flock's system can flag innocent people and land them in jail for weeks without real cause. The CEOs dodging the hearing only makes it worse.

Meme declaring nothing will stop us now trends on right — Sep 18, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.

Meme declaring nothing can stop us now trends on the right — Sep 17, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.

Jared Kim Some of these are clever but I wonder how long the trend will actually last.

Prince Harry in talks to make Diana documentary for anniversary — 5dPrince Harry is exploring a documentary on Princess Diana for the 30th anniversary of her death, approaching relatives and friends including Earl Spencer. Nothing is finalized; Archewell and Netflix are possible partners.

Nicole Hardy I think it's great that Harry wants to honor his mum this way instead of letting others tell her story.

LIV's top winner Niemann withholds 2027 commitment amid bankruptcy — 6dLIV's nine-time winner Joaquín Niemann said he has not committed for 2027 after the league's Chapter 11 filing: "No, nothing yet."

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Right-leaning meme claims nothing can stop what's coming — Sep 15, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.

Marcus Bell I agree with the message here. Too many policies have gone unchecked and something has to give sooner or later.

Creation from Nothing Is Not the Big BangGood News — Sep 1, 2026

Messi retires from Argentina after 2026 World Cup final — Aug 30, 2026Lionel 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.

Sony Fires Wheel Announcer Jim Thornton After Investigation — Sep 3, 2026Jim Thornton, the longtime Wheel of Fortune announcer, was suspended by Sony amid an internal investigation into a May American Airlines flight incident and related online activity; the company is recasting his announcing duties while the probe continues. Thornton’s lawyers say he did nothing illegal and was not arrested, with claims that he inadvertently visited a controversial site while seeking mental-health resources, as authorities reportedly found no crime.

Iconic Songs Endure Through Diverse CoversEntertainment — Aug 31, 2026Artists across decades reshaped songs—from George Harrison's slower, rootsy take on Bob Dylan's If Not For You to Harry Belafonte's soulful twist on Tomorrow Is a Long Time—demonstrating how covers can redefine a tune's legacy. Iconic tracks like Jackson Browne's Nothing But Time recorded on a moving tour bus for Running on Empty and the long road of Seasons in the Sun from Le Moribond through early Beach Boys sessions to Terry Jacks' 1974 hit show how production contexts and reinterpretations deepen a song's enduring impact.

Darian Mensah throws for 338 yards as No. 6 Miami beats Central Michigan 52-3 — 2hDarian Mensah threw for 338 yards and three TDs and ran for another as No. 6 Miami beat Central Michigan 52-3 to improve to 4-0.

Nicole Hardy Miami's offense is clicking early, Mensah's dual threat makes them tough to stop this season.

Soccer vs American FootballYourlist — VS BattleThe world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.

Bunia Confirms Mpox Case Amid Ebola OutbreakHealth — 1dA laboratory-confirmed mpox case in a 21-year-old woman in Bunia, Democratic Republic of Congo, is raising concern about renewed spread; another woman is suspected, and health officials are investigating additional cases. The resurgence comes as the region faces a severe Ebola outbreak that is straining health services and complicating disease surveillance.

Kravitz Family Dances at Styles’ NYC Residency — 2dLenny Kravitz and Zoë Kravitz enjoyed Harry Styles’ Madison Square Garden concert, where Styles acknowledged the pair from the stage; Zoë’s mother, Lisa Bonet, was also seen dancing at another show. Zoë and Styles are engaged, and reports say they are considering a small winter wedding followed by a larger celebration.

JCPenney closes Ross Park store, leaves three — 3dJCPenney closed its Ross Park Mall store in Pittsburgh after nearly 40 years, saying it could not renew the lease or find another suitable location. The closure leaves three stores in the Pittsburgh area and is part of the retailer’s plan to shutter about 150 underperforming locations through 2026.

Taiwan Arms Deliveries Face Delays Amid US-China Summit — 4dTaiwan is watching the Trump-Xi summit closely as Beijing presses Washington to curb arms sales, with Trump having suspended a $14 billion package and reportedly holding another multibillion-dollar deal for approval as negotiating leverage. Taiwanese officials say they remain in close contact with the United States and expect defense cooperation to continue, even as delays in delivering Taiwan’s new F-16s highlight broader procurement concerns.

Spreadsheet wizard or formula fraud?Quizie — QuizFifteen questions that separate the people who USE spreadsheets from the people spreadsheets happen to. Rank at the end.

WisdomTree Funds Declare September Dividends Ranging From 2.5 to 25.5 Cents — 1dWisdomTree funds announced dividends payable September 29: GTR declared 15 cents per share quarterly, CXSE declared 25.5 cents quarterly—up from 9 cents—and WTBN set a 7.5-cent payment, reported as monthly in one account and quarterly in another. WTIP also announced a monthly dividend of 2.5 cents per share; the funds’ record and ex-dividend dates are September 25.

Chris Dalton CXSE's jump to 25.5 cents per share is a solid improvement over last quarter, might add some to my holdings.

Kentucky Gov. Beshear Hints at 2028 Presidential Run — 4dKentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, promoting a new book about faith and public service, criticized the use of Christianity to divide people and condemned President Donald Trump’s “us versus them” politics. He has not announced another campaign, but said he is no longer sure his 2023 reelection was his last race and will consider his political future after completing his work as governor and Democratic Governors Association chair.

Grand Forks Driver Faces Three Attempted-Murder Counts — 5dIan Schneeweis was arrested in Grand Forks and faces three counts of attempted murder after police say his car struck two pedestrians, another vehicle and an apartment building entrance before he fled on foot. The pedestrians suffered non-life-threatening injuries; the charges are allegations and have not been proven in court.

Bears Lean on Keenum at Quarterback as Williams and Bagent Remain Sidelined — 3dWith Caleb Williams hamstrung and Tyson Bagent in concussion protocol, the Chicago Bears may turn to veteran Case Keenum to start Monday night against the Eagles after he practiced as the only active quarterback; coach Ben Johnson said they’re not planning to add another QB and will decide closer to game time. Keenum, who hasn’t played in a regular-season game since 2023, has been preparing as if he could start, while Miller Moss remains on the practice squad as a potential backup option.

Derek Foss Johnson waiting until game time makes sense but the offense could stall without Williams.

US Export-Import Bank eyes financing for Argentina energy and minerals — 4dThe United States and Argentina formalized a multi‑billion‑dollar push to modernize infrastructure and energy/mining links, notably launching the Andes-Atlantic Corridor backed by up to $7 billion and focusing on Vaca Muerta and related export routes. Separately, Washington’s EXIM Bank plans up to another $7 billion in financing for Argentina’s critical minerals and energy projects, including LNG and lithium/copper developments, as part of a growing strategic partnership under Milei and current President Trump.

Toll Brothers plans Charlotte townhomes, markets final homes at two communities — 5dToll Brothers is offering final opportunities to buy new homes across multiple communities, including the upcoming River Point Collection in Charlotte, and remaining homes at Ingram Dunes in Myrtle Beach and Lacamas Hills in Camas, Washington. The Myrtle Beach inventory consists of a single 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home at 512 9th (2,885 sq ft), while Lacamas Hills has a final move-in-ready Powell Collection home and, in another listing, a Lacamas Hills home priced at $889,000.

Eagles Sign Former Pro Bowl Cornerback Kenny Moore — 4dThe Philadelphia Eagles are signing Kenny Moore II to their practice squad on a one-year deal worth up to $3 million, adding a former Pro Bowl cornerback with extensive Colts tenure to bolster the secondary. The 31-year-old nickel specialist is known for his coverage, run support, and versatility in Vic Fangio's system, giving Philadelphia veteran depth as it pursues another championship run.

Jared Kim This adds useful depth for the secondary but probably won't change their playoff odds much.

Yom Kippur Blogs Explore Jonah, Ethics, CommunityLifestyle — Sep 16, 2026Across these pieces, writers explore Jonah and Yom Kippur from multiple angles: one argues Jonah embodies human growth and a deviation from divine constancy, another discusses the ethical use of lotteries in life-and-death crises within Halakha, and others examine Jewish resilience and internal/external challenges from Grimsby’s small community to contemporary antisemitism.

Fremont Rejects Volunteer Firefighter Over Homeschool Diploma — Sep 18, 2026A 22-year-old Nebraska volunteer firefighter and state EMT, Andrew Coates, was rejected by the Fremont Fire Department because his high school diploma came from homeschooling, which Nebraska treats as unaccredited. The city had initially required a high school diploma and later specified accreditation; Coates drew public support, appealed to the Civil Service Commission—which cannot overturn city policy—and he hopes another department will hire him recognizing his qualifications.