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in Barack ObamaGiven the mix of policy criticism, personal stories, and coup allegations in this week's Obama coverage, which storyline deserves more scrutiny and which is getting overblown? — Chris DaltonChris Dalton · Aug 23, 2026

House votes 413-2 to censure NC Rep. Chuck Edwards over harassment claims — 15hThe 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.

Dennis A. Johnson's memoir mines decades of labor for lessons in resilience — 18hDennis A. Johnson announces the memoir Autobiographical Fragments from a Full Life, a resilience-focused account tracing a life of labor, learning, and personal growth from farms to academia. Critics hail the work as reflective and honest, turning everyday toil into universal lessons.

Rachel Meyers Going from farm work to academia and finding the through-line of resilience in both is a story worth telling. Adding this to my reading list.

NYPD shoots knife-wielding woman in Times Square — 1dPolice in Times Square have responded to multiple knife incidents, with reports of a knife-wielding woman stabbing two people and at least one person shot during a knifepoint encounter, prompting street closures as investigators work to determine what happened. The incidents and the conditions of those involved remain under investigation as authorities provided few immediate details.

Rachel Meyers Hoping everyone involved pulls through, Times Square is chaos enough without this.

Video — YouTubeDriver blows by a stopped school bus while a police officer is behind itWVLT News · 988.7K views · Aug 31, 2026

Sept. 1, 2026 Lottery Results and ClaimsLifestyle — 2dState lotteries in New Mexico, Washington, North Carolina, Virginia, and Illinois published Sept. 1, 2026 draw results for various games and outlined prize-claim procedures. Details on where to redeem prizes and required documentation vary by state, including in-person claim centers and mail-in options.

IJRDemocrats Mask Their Climate Agenda — For NowDavid Blackmon · 5 min · 1h

Domino's offers up to $1 million in free pizza for rival receipts — 1dDomino's is offering up to $1 million in free personal Domino pizzas to customers who first eat at rival fast-food chains and upload their receipts to IsTheDominoWorthy.com, as part of its new Detroit-style Domino pizza launch. The promotion runs from Aug. 31 to Sept. 30 (or while supplies last) and invites customers to decide if the Domino is worthy by comparing it with items like the Big Mac, Whopper, Crunchwrap, Chick-fil-A sandwich, or a Chipotle burrito.

RankingMost underrated cities in AmericaAmerica's biggest cities hog all the spotlight, while dozens of smaller gems get overlooked despite great food, culture, and character. These underrated cities deserve recognition beyond the usual coastal favorites. Cast your vote and help crown the most underappreciated city in the country.693 votes · 21 candidates

D.C. officer dies from gunshot wound, police say no other person involved — 2dAn MPD officer died from a gunshot wound sustained inside the Second District station in Northwest D.C. around 5 a.m. on August 31, 2026, with authorities saying no other party was involved and the Internal Affairs Bureau investigating. The incident adds to MPD's long toll of line-of-duty deaths since 2000 as updates continue to emerge.

From Gary Cooper to Jamie Foxx, classic Westerns earn all-time best rankings — 2dA quartet of modern retrospectives celebrate classic Westerns—The Westerner by Gary Cooper achieving a perfect Rotten Tomatoes score and high regard on StudioBinder, Vera Cruz noted for its cynical tone and near-miss John Wayne casting, High Noon hailed as a landmark and preservation staple, and Jeremiah Johnson highlighted as Redford's personal favorite and a defining survival Western.

Sabalenka Seeks Third Straight US Open Title — 4dAryna Sabalenka, despite a blistering start to the year, has struggled to go past the fourth round in recent events and is trying to rebound ahead of the US Open, where she seeks a third consecutive title. She attributes the slump to personal challenges and is focusing on mental work to reset and come back stronger.

Two Fitchburg men arrested for UW–Madison pier sexual assaultWorld — 3dTwo Fitchburg men, ages 31 and 27, were arrested early Aug. 29 for allegedly sexually assaulting a person at the Goodspeed Family Pier near Alumni Park, with authorities noting neither the suspects nor the victim are affiliated with UW–Madison. They face tentative charges including second-degree sexual assault with force, strangulation and suffocation, battery, and false imprisonment, with the Dane County DA's Office reviewing the case.

On X · @ReshadRahmanBarcelona 2026/27 Squad Numbers ReactionsOfficial FC Barcelona jersey numbers for 2026/27, including Gabriel Jesus as No. 9 and young prospect Brian Fariñas at No. 4, drew mostly disappointed fan reactions focused on missed transfers rather than a balanced debate.1,886 likes · 25m

Bodies Recovered Across Rivers, Several MissingWeather — 5dA string of river-related fatalities and missing persons were reported across the West to the Southeast, including a Grand Canyon flood death with 15 others unaccounted for, plus recovered bodies in the Ohio River, the Columbia River, and Beaufort County waterways as investigators work to determine causes and connections. Authorities emphasize that the incidents are not believed to be connected while continuing to identify victims and gather details.

Video — YouTube1000 IQ Play from Manning🔥Xycotic · 10.6M views · Aug 28, 2026

Manitoba Premier Calls Trump Bad Person in Talks — Aug 20, 2026Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew labeled U.S. President Trump a 'bad person' and urged Canada to push ahead in trade talks, even as Ottawa and Manitoba weigh restoring US alcohol sales to secure a deal that could avert tariffs. Officials say the agreement is close and tariffs have been postponed, with other provincial leaders backing Carney’s negotiation and a Team Canada approach.

VS BattleToy Story vs ShrekThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.Toy Story vs Shrek · 161 votes — pick a side

NFL Eliminates Pro Bowl Game, Honors 88 Players — 6dThe NFL is ending the Pro Bowl, replacing the game with an 88-player honorary designation and an in-person celebration in Los Angeles, after years of waning interest and a prior shift from tackle to flag football. The move emphasizes honoring the season’s best players without a competitive all-star game, with no alternates recognized in the future.

Dolly Parton Dies; Private Funeral Held — Aug 26, 2026News coverage centers Dolly Parton’s death and tributes on World News Tonight, with David Muir sharing a personal note and fans reacting emotionally to the loss, while elsewhere serious floods in Nepal create a humanitarian crisis as rescue efforts unfold near the Nepal-China border, leaving hundreds dead and thousands missing.

Butterfly Appears During Dolly Parton Opry Tribute — Aug 26, 2026Following Dolly Parton’s passing, a butterfly appeared on stage during Mae Estes’ Grand Ole Opry tribute to her, a moment echoed across tributes that underscored her long association with the insect as her personal symbol. The outpouring, from stage moments to fan posts and butterfly-themed branding and jewelry, highlights how the butterfly motif permeated Parton’s music, branding, and memorials.

Andrew PowellNew Excavation Offers Clues to Jesus’ Burial SiteA new archaeological excavation beneath Jerusalem’s Church of the Holy Sepulchre has revealed evidence that may help reconstruct what the area looked like around the time of Jesus’ crucifixion and burial. According to Fox News , Francesca Stasolla, an archaeology professor at Sapienza University of Rome, led the excavation in 2025. The findings were detailed in a 98-page preliminary report recentl46m

Kevin Owens Backstage After Knee Injury at WWE House Show — 4dKevin Owens appeared to suffer a knee injury at a WWE Charleston house show but returned ahead of SummerSlam, while remaining at the center of high-stakes feuds with Sami Zayn, CM Punk, and Gunther. He has publicly reflected on how Sami Zayn’s interference cost him title opportunities, sharing a personal story about his mother’s illness and detailing ongoing plans for a next title shot amid SmackDown segments that set up a crucial triple-threat match.

QuizWhich of the nine drives runs you?Beneath the personality is a motive. Twelve questions and the AI names the drive that's actually steering — and what it costs you.3 min · today's quiz

Snoop Dogg Opens Global Ice Cream Taster Role — 5dSnoop Dogg's Dr. Bombay is hiring its first International Ice Cream Taste Tester for a three-month role paying $10,000 per month, open to applicants worldwide and focused on curiosity and cultural palate rather than formal culinary credentials. Applications opened August 27 for a three-week window, with Deel handling recruitment and Snoop personally announcing the winner.

FTC proposes transparency on personalized pricing — Aug 19, 2026The FTC released a proposed enforcement policy on personalized pricing that would require clear disclosure of when prices are tailored using consumer data and which data are used, while not banning such pricing outright and inviting 30 days of public comment. The move reflects bipartisan concern and aligns with state-level restrictions, even as industry groups push back and argue for transparency without broad prohibitions.

Video — YouTubeFelix "Slow It Down" | [Stray Kids : SKZ-PLAYER]Stray Kids · 2.5M views · Sep 1, 2026

Memoir Details Global Shift Toward Tech-Driven SurgeryHealth — 6dDr. Sherman A. Katz, MD, FACS chronicles how surgery has evolved—from open procedures and personal judgment to tech-driven, regulated systems—and asks what core professional values should endure as medicine becomes increasingly automated. The memoir highlights compassion, accountability, mentorship, and the human cost of rapid modernization, offering guidance for clinicians, students, patients, and historians.

Palestine Action designated global terrorist group by US — Aug 26, 2026The United States designated Palestine Action as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist, freezing US assets and barring US persons from dealings with the group, with the threat of secondary sanctions for supporters worldwide. The move echoes Britain's 2025 ban and comes amid ongoing UK court scrutiny of that designation, with broader global designation discussions also appearing in reporting.

IJRSOS: Save Our Souvlaki — And The Western World Together With ItConstantinos Bogdanos · 5 min · 3h

Six Months Into US-Iran War, Families StrainedWorld — 4dSix months into the US-Iran war, more than 50,000 U.S. troops are in the region as ongoing deployments, fighting, and diplomacy drive prolonged separations, financial strain, and high anxiety for military families, with 18 service members killed and more than 750 wounded. A Blue Star Families survey found 81% of about 200 active-duty families reporting elevated stress, prompting leaders like Courtney Sanders to expand online resources, webinars, and in-person support to help families cope.

Saint Fanourios Feast Draws Greeks, Rhodes PilgrimsLifestyle — 6dThousands of pilgrims near Athens flock to the Church of St. Fanourios to bake and bless orange-flavored Fanouropites, seeking help in finding lost items or gaining emotional solace, with personal petitions kept private. The tradition centers on Saint Fanourios, known as The Revealer, as worshippers share the cakes after prayers and priests bless them during the feast that culminates in a private, inward moment for many believers.

Chase Stokes Reveals New Health Routine — 5dChase Stokes explains that after Outer Banks, he has abandoned his former intermittent fasting routine and embraced a new health regimen, waking at 7 a.m., fasting until about 10–11 a.m., and fueling with meals and protein shakes while shifting to heavy compound lifts to build a larger, athletic frame for his role as Ronnie Whitlock in Thunder Road. The change marks both a physical and personal reset as he transitions from his teen-idol image toward a broader acting career, with the goal of showing he’s moved beyond John B.’s lean look.

Melanoma Trial Shows Positive Personalized mRNA Vaccine — Aug 19, 2026Merck and Moderna reported positive Phase 3 results for their personalized mRNA cancer vaccine intismeran autogene (V940/mRNA-4157) added to Keytruda in high-risk, surgically treated melanoma, showing longer recurrence-free survival and reduced distant metastasis with no new safety issues. The companies plan regulatory discussions and potential accelerated approval submissions, with data presentations at upcoming medical meetings and continued follow-up for overall survival.

Solstad Offshore Reports USD62M Normand Valiant ContractBusiness — Aug 26, 2026Solstad Offshore (via SOFF) has secured a two-year Petrobras contract for the Normand Valiant to provide accommodation services on Brazil’s continental shelf, starting in the fourth quarter of 2026 and valued at about USD 62 million. The walk-to-work vessel, with 120-person capacity, will be bareboat-chartered from Soma, reinforcing Solstad’s role in Brazil’s offshore market.

On X · @CFCPysChelsea Fans Share Training Photos Ahead of Arsenal DerbyChelsea fan account @CFCPys posted three photos of Chelsea players training, captioned “Arsenal preparations 🔵 (@ChelseaFC).” The images appear to come from Chelsea’s official Instagram and show players looking sharp and in good spirits. It is trending because of strong engagement (nearly 3k likes, 40k+ views shortly after posting) driven by excitement and nerves ahead of the London derby, with fans zooming in on squad availability and banter.2,442 likes · 26m

Video — YouTubeThe Funniest News Clips #funny #funnyvideoFunnyfriend168 · 6.1M views · Aug 24, 2026