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With core capital goods orders up 0.9% and banks expanding stock holdings, are investors right to bet on continued economic strength, or is this optimism overdone?
— Dana Whitfield
Dana Whitfield · Jul 29, 2026
Nolan Wells' Friends Plan Defamation Suit Against Sharpton
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— Aug 21, 2026
Presuit demand letters from the friends of Nolan Wells — Morgan Seymour, Jax Pitalo and Warren Hudson — demand apologies and removal of assertions they were involved in Wells' death, accusing Rev. Al Sharpton of defamatory statements made in July and August. Sharpton says he welcomes the lawsuit as he continues urging answers about Wells’ death on Horn Island and spotlighting Mississippi's racial history.
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Lionel Richie, 77, hospitalized in ICU after St. Louis concert
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Lionel Richie, 77, was hospitalized in St. Louis and placed in intensive care after collapsing and feeling dizzy on stage during a show at The Muny, with dehydration suspected and plans for a likely discharge on Tuesday as he sought medical evaluation during the finale where he briefly sat down.
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Jared Kim
Dehydration on stage under those lights is no joke, hope he takes it easy and rests up properly.
Bank of America VP killed, second victim hurt in Times Square stabbing
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Bank of America vice president Erin Piacenti was fatally stabbed in Times Square, with a second victim injured as police shot the attacker, Pamela Cisneros, who died at Bellevue Hospital; authorities described the assault as a random, unprovoked attack near the bank’s Manhattan office. The incident has reignited concerns about street safety in Midtown as investigators review the sequence of events and responses by law enforcement.
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The Funniest News Clips #funny #funnyvideo
Funnyfriend168 · 5.8M views · Aug 24, 2026
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Teladoc Names Insurance Veteran Grasher CFO
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Teladoc Health named Michael Grasher as chief financial officer, effective August 31, 2026, bringing more than 30 years of insurance and financial services leadership, including prior CFO roles at IFG Companies, Fortegra, and AMERISAFE. His appointment is expected to strengthen financial discipline, cost control, and capital allocation as Teladoc advances product and margin improvements, while replacing interim CFO Charles Divita, III amid ongoing revenue and margin challenges.
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Geriatric Democrat Senator Fends Off Young-Blood Challenger In Rare Win For Old Guard
Nicole Silverio · 3 min · 1h
BTC ETFs, Macro News Drive Crypto Momentum
Finance
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Crypto-focused ETFs and assets saw notable shifts in August: Grayscale Bitcoin Premium Income ETF's short interest collapsed and Jane Street built a stake, while YieldMax’s YBIT also saw a steep short-interest decline; Ethereum meanwhile saw large outflows from exchanges as holders move to self-custody and staking, contrasting with Bitcoin's steadier exchange balances. Kevin O'Leary argues institutional capital will flock to Bitcoin and Ethereum once regulation enables it, and Grayscale Ethereum Classic Trust is updating its NAV index from the CoinDesk Ethereum Classic Price Index to the Benchmark Extended Rate.
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Ranking
Most underrated cities in America
America'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
Nepal–Tibet Flood Crisis: Toll Rises, Rescue Expands
World
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In Nepal, rescue efforts were paused as warnings of a new flood threat emerged after a high-altitude lake overflowed, with authorities reporting hundreds dead or missing and ongoing monitoring of major dams amid difficult access to isolated communities. In Pakistan, after a fatal fire at the PIMS nursery ward killed 14 newborns, the Health Ministry ordered comprehensive fire-safety audits of all public hospitals and formed an inquiry committee.
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Raj Patel
Interesting how differently the outlets are framing this. The bias spread says a lot.
Georgia's Nate Frazier eyes 1,000 rushing yards and a lasting legacy
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Georgia running back Nate Frazier remains the centerpiece of the Bulldogs' ground game as he heads into the season opener against Tennessee State, aiming to capitalize on the momentum from last season after finishing with 947 rushing yards. Off the field, he endured his father's death with strong support from the Georgia program, which helped him stay focused as he works to live up to Georgia's storied backfield tradition.
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12-year-old Maryland boy stabs mother's boyfriend during alleged attack
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A 12-year-old Maryland boy, Xavier Leathers, saved his mother by grabbing a kitchen knife and stabbing her attacker twice as he allegedly choked her, allowing her to escape; authorities say the suspect was taken into custody and the investigation continues. The mother was hospitalized and has filed for a protective order, while the boy and the family are described as safe with no serious injuries beyond minor ones.
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Six Colbert County students experience seizure-like episodes
Health
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Six 14-year-old girls at Colbert County High School experienced seizure-like episodes on Monday, with one student hospitalized, as officials reiterate there is no public health outbreak or exposure and continue to investigate non-communicable explanations. Health authorities and the district stress student safety while reviewing prior incidents that began in the 2025-2026 school year, keeping families informed as they monitor the situation.
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Japanese Idol Yuta Kishi of Number_i Throws Ceremonial First Pitch to Dodgers’ Roki Sasaki at Dodger Stadium
The @DodgersNation post shares video of Number_i member Yuta Kishi delivering the ceremonial first pitch at Dodger Stadium, caught by Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki. It is trending due to the popular crossover between the Japanese idol group Number_i and MLB’s Dodgers, the quality of the throw, and amplification by official accounts.
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Angels, Yankees Open Three-Game Series as AL Race Tightens
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MLB previews spotlight three upcoming series: the Yankees visit the Angels as New York’s pitching leads MLB with a 3.20 ERA, while Los Angeles fights to capitalize at home; the Twins host the Tigers in a matchup where Minnesota is 36-12 when preventing a home run. The Braves welcome the Rockies, riding a six-game home winning streak and top slugger Matt Olson (37 HR) as Colorado seeks to spoil Atlanta’s home success, with Colorado owning a .253 team batting average.
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1000 IQ Play from Manning🔥
Xycotic · 9.7M views · Aug 28, 2026
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Four Men Plead Guilty to London Ambulance Arson
World
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Four young men pleaded guilty to an arson attack that destroyed four Hatzola Jewish community ambulances in London, causing about £1 million in damage near Golders Green and prompting police investigations into potential extremist links. The case has been linked to a broader spate of anti-Jewish arson incidents in the capital, with assertions of possible Iranian involvement by a group later claiming responsibility.
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Raj Patel
Anyone else notice only one side of the spectrum is covering this?
VS Battle
Toy Story vs Shrek
The toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.
Toy Story vs Shrek · 161 votes — pick a side
Norway's King Harald V Dies at Rikshospitalet
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— Aug 24, 2026
Norway’s 89-year-old King Harald V remains hospitalized with a bacterial bloodstream infection, receiving antibiotics and with his condition described as stable as Crown Prince Haakon carries out regent duties. The coverage emphasizes his long, stabilizing presence in modern Norway, his family’s ongoing closeness, and his historical ties to European royal houses that continue to shape public interest in his health news.
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Raj Patel
Solid roundup. The balanced coverage on this one is refreshing.
British woman stabbed at Rosenheim station; suspect detained
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A British woman, 31, was stabbed at Rosenheim railway station in Bavaria and died in hospital, with a 27-year-old German man arrested at the scene as the investigation continues. Police say the motive is unclear and are seeking witnesses as the probe into the fatal attack unfolds.
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Raj Patel
Good context in the summary. The coverage split is telling.
Yayoi Kusama Dies at 97, Global Icon
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Yayoi Kusama, the Japanese avant-garde artist famed for polka dots, pumpkins and immersive installations, has died at age 97; she passed away on August 14 in a Tokyo hospital, according to her studio. Her decades-long career, including time in New York, anti-war activism, and a lasting impact on contemporary art, kept her painting and creating until the end.
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Raj Patel
The second-order effects here are what nobody's talking about yet.
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Geriatric Democrat Senator Fends Off Young-Blood Challenger In Rare Win For Old Guard
Democratic Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey defeated Democratic Massachusetts Rep. Seth Moulton Tuesday in a rare win for the old-guard incumbents.
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Columbia Police Officer Killed, Second Officer Wounded
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A Columbia, South Carolina police officer was killed and a second officer wounded after a domestic-dispute call escalated into a gunfight in a park; the suspect, Adam Tyler Dowdy, also died and had a lengthy arrest history across multiple states. Officer Christopher DeLong, 29, had served two years and leaves a wife and two young children, while the wounded officer, David Dymock, was hospitalized in stable condition as Chief W.H. Holbrook expressed heartbreak and vowed support for the department.
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Quiz
Which 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
Vietnamese Coffee Farmers Shift to Durian Boom
Business
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Vietnamese farmers in the Central Highlands are switching from coffee to durian to capitalize on surging Chinese demand, turning the pungent fruit into a highly lucrative cash crop and helping Vietnam become China's largest supplier by volume. The durian footprint has expanded to about 200,000 hectares nationwide, with growers like Pham Xuan Lan earning far more from durian than coffee and pouring profits into cars, homes, and villas as social media and improved transport boost a premium market.
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Bucharest International Air Show Showcases Global Aerobatics
World
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The Bucharest International Air Show (BIAS) continues to draw international aerobatic teams and displays, mixing civilian and military aircraft with public demonstrations and security showcases in the Romanian capital. The 2026 edition at Băneasa Airport features Italy's Frecce Tricolori and Türkiye's Turkish Stars, with organizers stressing weather and safety as schedules may change.
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Felix "Slow It Down" | [Stray Kids : SKZ-PLAYER]
Stray Kids · 1.8M views · Sep 1, 2026
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Tenon Medical Reports $3 Million Private Placement
Finance
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Tenon Medical announced a $3 million private placement consisting of 597,610 shares or pre-funded warrants at $5.02 and five-year warrants for 1,058,517 additional shares, a structure that could dilute existing holders if warrants are exercised. The deal, arranged by WallachBeth Capital, has potential to raise further about $5.3 million if all warrants are exercised, and it underscores a dilutive shift for current shareholders amid a volatile stock around $5.
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IV Fluids Recalled Nationwide Over Particulate Contamination
Health
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Baxter International has issued recalls for multiple intravenous solutions after inspectors found fiberglass and steel particulate contamination in Viaflex bags, affecting several lots (including Y495523, Y495523A, and Y4950663) distributed to hospitals and home-care patients nationwide. The FDA warns that particulate matter could cause life-threatening complications such as pulmonary embolism, organ damage, vein irritation, and severe reactions, and facilities should stop using the recalled products and return them.
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House Censures Embattled GOP Rep Chuck Edwards Over Sexual Misconduct Allegations
Nicole Silverio · 3 min · 4h
GOP Faces Midterm Risk From Iran War
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The Iran war has emerged as a decisive issue that could flip control of Congress from Republicans to Democrats and threaten the GOP’s prospects in the 2028 race, as voters grow frustrated with prolonged conflict and rising prices underscoring the president’s unpopularity. Trump’s handling of the Iran war and related strategies are shaping both midterm dynamics and long-term electoral plans, with Democrats seeking to capitalize on public opinion while Republicans scramble to retain sway.
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Kingsview Reports New Stakes Across Major Banks
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Kingsview Wealth Management LLC disclosed new stakes in five companies in its Q2 13F filings: Wells Fargo (WFC), The PNC Financial Services Group (PNC), Thermo Fisher Scientific (TMO), Silgan Holdings (SLGN), and Capital One Financial (COF), purchasing substantial share counts and values for each position. The moves reflect broad institutional activity in financial services and healthcare/manufacturing names, with other funds also adjusting holdings in these companies.
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Aisha Patel
This is going to matter a lot more in six months than it does today.
Charity Hospital to become $500M biomedical hub
Health
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Tulane University is spearheading a $500 million plan to convert Charity Hospital into a biomedical research hub, with construction set to begin in fall 2026 and a 2029 completion, reviving a landmark shuttered after Katrina in 2005. The project, tied to the storm’s 21st anniversary, will house labs, startups and public health programs to bolster New Orleans’ healthcare community while moving beyond Katrina’s devastation.
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Evonik Plans CAD150M Vancouver Lipid-Drug Facility
Business
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Evonik plans a capital outlay exceeding 150 million CAD to establish a new GMP manufacturing facility in Vancouver for lipid-based drug delivery, backed by up to 68 million CAD in federal funding with production slated for end-2029, tripling current capacity and enhancing QC capabilities. The project underscores British Columbia’s growing life sciences sector and Canada’s support for expanding biotech development and vaccine-related manufacturing.
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Blaze Alexander returns, Orioles prepare for Athletics series
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In a 4-3 win over the Athletics, Craig Albernaz highlighted Alex Hoppe's save and Brandon Young's efficient start, while Trevor Rogers was roughed up by homers, prompting Baltimore to focus on limiting long balls down the stretch. The Orioles began a three-game series in Sacramento with Blaze Alexander back in the lineup, Gunnar Henderson resting, and Jackson Holliday moving into the leadoff spot as the team looks to capitalize on a favorable slate against the A's and Rockies.
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Zach Cregger's Take on Resident Evil Village Giant Baby Scariness
Director Zach Cregger calls the giant baby in Resident Evil Village the franchise's scariest infected after playing in VR. Reactions show strong consensus validating the sequence's terror, with minimal mild disagreement.
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VERDICT WATCH: Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial — MA v. Lindsay Clancy — Day 25
Law&Crime Trials · 1.4M views · Sep 1, 2026
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