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Luvu Brands Revenue Rises 5.8% as Operating Income Turns Positive — 1dLuvu Brands turned a $69,000 operating loss into $876,000 profit as fiscal 2026 sales rose 5.8% and adjusted EBITDA more than tripled to $1.26 million.

Sam Okafor Tripling EBITDA to 1.26 million is solid progress even if the overall net loss masks how much better the core business is running.

UBS Reaffirms Buy Rating on ASML After Quarterly Results — 1dUBS reiterated its Buy rating on ASML, joining a generally positive analyst consensus that remains “Moderate Buy.” The company recently reported quarterly earnings of $8.65 per share on $10.62 billion in revenue.

Trump threatens to annihilate Iran ahead of Pezeshkian UN address — Sep 22, 2026Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns that Iran is run by lunatic clerics and must never obtain a nuclear weapon, arguing that a nuclear-armed Iran would be catastrophic for the region and the world, akin to North Korea in the Middle East. He also said Washington is open to talks if they could yield a positive result, while tying the dispute to Gulf security, energy markets, IAEA verification challenges, and potential UN Security Council action that could shape the trajectory of a US-Iran deal through 2026.

Trump, Xi Strike Positive Tone After High-Level Washington Talks — 4dPresident Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping struck a positive tone Friday as they wrapped up a high-profile visit in Washington, with both leaders praising the atmosphe… — by Andrew Powell

Tom Gallagher These meetings sound promising but I want actual tariff cuts before calling it a win.

Analysts Give Four Firms Positive RatingsFinance — Sep 22, 2026Analysts are broadly positive on TMX Group, with brokerages giving its shares consensus ratings ranging from “Moderate Buy” to “Buy.” The company operates major Canadian exchanges and other financial-market infrastructure.

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.

Yu Wins Third Asian Games Gold, Sets Record — Sep 21, 2026China's 13-year-old swimming sensation Yu Zidi extended her Asian Games dominance with multiple golds and world-leading times, including record-breaking performances in the women's 200m medley and other events. The Nagoya-Aichi Games also featured the first known doping case, as Thailand's Pitchamon Opatniputh tested positive for furosemide, alongside tight finishes and notable results across swimming and badminton.

Liverpool signings aid unbeaten run while United newcomers struggle early — Sep 22, 2026Across these clubs, the summer window produced hefty outlays and high expectations, yet early returns were mixed: Liverpool’s high-profile signings have not yet translated into consistent impact as Andoni Iraola shapes his squad, while Manchester United’s new signings under Michael Carrick have shown uneven form with players like Andrey Santos struggling to complete 90 minutes. In contrast, Premier Soccer League signings have begun to pay off quickly, with several players delivering goals and assists and signaling positive early returns for their clubs.

Germany 2026 Growth Forecast Rises, Momentum WeakensFinance — Sep 20, 2026Germany’s economy is rebounding as government spending on defense and infrastructure lifts activity, with multiple forecasters raising growth projections to roughly 1.1–1.3% for 2026–2027 and a more positive export backdrop supporting manufacturing and services. Yet momentum remains uneven and risks persist from energy costs, weak private investment, end of export incentives, and geopolitical tensions that could dampen the improvement later in the year.

Ivonescimab Cuts Death Risk 27% in NSCLC TrialHealth — Sep 13, 2026Ivonescimab significantly extends overall survival versus pembrolizumab in first-line PD-L1-positive advanced NSCLC, with a median OS of 30.8 months versus 22.6 months and a 27% reduction in death risk (HR 0.73). Benefits persisted across key subgroups, including PD-L1 high and squamous disease, and are driving international expansion through the ongoing HARMONi-7 study.

Penn State Wins 27-9 in Campbell’s Road Debut — Sep 10, 2026Penn State, now guided by Matt Campbell, opened with a 45-0 victory over Marshall, with Tony Rojas pivotal on defense and Rocco Becht throwing four touchdown passes as the offense clicked; Campbell called the result a positive step in his first game and praised the team’s performance on both sides of the ball. In the following preview of a road test at Temple, the Lions dominated their first road game with a 27-9 win as Rojas again led tackles and Campbell stressed the importance of handling a noon kickoff on the road and maintaining the program’s standard of excellence, referencing his Mount Union-Collegiate playoff memories to frame the challenge.

Garmin Plans $1.05 Quarterly DividendBusiness — Sep 9, 2026Garmin rolled out redesigned Drive GPS units and an expanded marine lineup, plus SmartDrive and GMI 40 systems, signaling a push to deepen its automotive and marine ecosystem even as investors weigh margin risk from higher R&D and SG&A. The company also reaffirmed a $1.05 per-share quarterly dividend with a history of growth, while analyst ratings and institutional interest remain broadly positive with multiple price targets and notable holdings changes.

Toy Story vs ShrekYourlist — VS BattleThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.

Georgia Brother Charged After Missing Teen Found Dead — Sep 9, 2026Samuel Jackson, an 18-year-old from Dougherty County, Georgia, was found dead after a months-long search, with remains positively identified as his; his brother Jamal Jackson has been arrested and charged with murder, concealing the death of another, and disposal of a human body. Investigators say the case remains open and active as they pursue further details.

Champions Oncology Reports $15.2 Million Q1 RevenueBusiness — Sep 8, 2026Champions Oncology reported fiscal Q1 2027 revenue of $15.2 million with oncology services margins at 51% and positive adjusted EBITDA, while ending the period with about $4.4 million in cash and no debt as data licensing revenue rose. The company also announced the expansion of its radiopharmaceutical development program with new in-house SPECT/CT imaging capabilities to strengthen translational research and biomarker discovery, reinforcing its US-based integrated workflow.

NeOnc to Raise $15 Million After Reporting Glioma Trial DataFinance — Sep 9, 2026NeOnc Technologies announced a $15 million registered direct offering at-the-market to raise capital from new and existing healthcare investors, issuing 3.57 million shares (or pre-funded equivalents) plus warrants to buy another 3.57 million shares, with closing targeted around September 10, 2026. The financing follows positive Phase 2a NEO100 data and ongoing insider purchases, but the company still carries a small cash balance and substantial reliance on additional equity funding, raising questions about its going-concern status.

Elena Vasquez Positive trial results are great but issuing millions of new shares plus warrants will dilute existing holders fast.

Churchill Downs urges FTC review of HISABusiness — Aug 31, 2026"Churchill Downs Inc. has urged the FTC to order an independent review of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority, citing governance, transparency, and data-security concerns amid recent incidents including the Fair Hill betting episode and unauthorized access to confidential horse health information." "HISA faces its own enforcement action with a provisional suspension of trainer Angel Quiroz over albuterol positives, while CDI argues for scrutiny of racing and wagering integrity, non-public information handling, and technology controls."

Pick a food for every letter and the AI reveals your futureQuizie — QuizA to (almost) Z, one delicious decision at a time. At the end, the AI reads your feast like tea leaves and tells your fortune.

Novartis MS pill beats Aubagio in two large phase 3 trials — Sep 1, 2026Novartis reported positive Phase 3 REMODEL-1 and REMODEL-2 results for the BTK inhibitor remibrutinib in relapsing multiple sclerosis, showing lower annualized relapse rate and meaningful reductions in disability progression versus teriflunomide and prompting worldwide regulatory filings. With remibrutinib already approved for chronic spontaneous urticaria as Rhapsido, the drug’s MS potential could become a major growth driver given its favorable safety profile and strong early sales signals.

Rachel Meyers Teriflunomide isn't the toughest comparator out there, would like to see how remibrutinib stacks up against some of the stronger existing MS drugs before getting too excited.

UK permanent hiring turns positive after two-year slump, vacancies keep sliding — Sep 7, 2026Britain’s recruitment market showed its first rise in permanent placements since September 2022 in August, with REC and KPMG surveys signaling improving confidence as firms win more work and rely on both permanent hires and strong temporary demand, even as vacancies still fall and regional gaps persist. Salaries for permanent roles rose at their fastest pace since January, underscoring a broader sense of stabilization amid energy and borrowing headwinds and a cautiously improving outlook across the economy.

Nicole Hardy Vacancies still falling while placements rise feels like firms replacing rather than expanding. Cautious optimism, not a boom.

Eurozone Investor Confidence Hits Highest Since 2022 — Sep 7, 2026Eurozone investor sentiment rose to 5.1 in September, the highest since February 2022, marking a fifth straight monthly gain. The improvement was driven by better current conditions and expectations, with Germany a major contributor, and markets noted euro strength as sentiment turns more positive.

Priya Raman Euro strength alongside rising confidence usually spooks exporters, so I'll wait to see if this holds into Q4.

Model sees value backing Royals despite Arizona's 51 percent win chanceSports — Sep 7, 2026Articles explain that betting units measure bet size relative to bankroll and ROI is the main long-term success metric, with positive ROI typically in the 5-7% range. They also offer data-driven MLB betting tips and odds for Royals vs Diamondbacks, including predicted outcomes and betting lines, alongside a site disclaimer about legal considerations for online betting.

S&P Revises Freedom Holding Outlook to PositiveFinance — Sep 4, 2026S&P Global Ratings revised Freedom Holding Corp and four main subsidiaries’ outlook to positive, citing stronger capitalization, diversified earnings and improved banking-sector risk in Kazakhstan, while affirming BB-/B ratings for the operating units and B- for Freedom Holding Corp. The upgrades followed Kazakhstan’s sovereign rating improvements and reflect ongoing enhancements in risk management and governance across the group.

Hungary and Bulgaria retail sales surge as Italy, Germany decline — Sep 4, 2026Hungary posted stronger July retail activity with 4.9% annual growth driven by food and non-food sectors and a sharp rebound in fuel sales, even as investment remains weak and consumer momentum could shift toward services; overall consumption is seen as a key driver for 2026. Bulgaria meanwhile recorded a 5.6% year‑on‑year rise in July retail trade volume, with sustained high annual gains across months and positive calendar-adjusted growth for the EU and euro area.

Sam Okafor Meanwhile Germany and Italy can't buy a break in retail. Something structural going on there, not just one bad month.

Oil prices ease; Asian shares rise — Sep 1, 2026Oil prices fluctuated on renewed U.S.-Iran tensions, with Brent near $95 and U.S. crude around $90, while Asian stock markets generally rose in step with a positive Wall Street session led by AI-related tech gains. Tensions also spurred inflation concerns and higher government bond yields in parts of Asia as investors weigh the outlook for energy supplies and regional risk, with comments from President Trump about the duration of military actions noted.

Video game-inspired 'aura farming' trend spreads from Latin America to Spain — Sep 2, 2026Aura farming has evolved from online slang into real-world aura battles across Latin America, with participants dressing as comic and film characters to perform dance and meme-driven routines for crowd approval. The trend emphasizes positive energy and self-expression, spreading from Brazil to Peru, Mexico, Argentina, and beyond, while prompting debates over permits, school bans, and the movement’s lighthearted, game-like vibe.

Elena Vasquez Schools banning this seems like an overreaction. Kids dancing and having fun in costumes is pretty harmless compared to most things they get in trouble for.

Tsitsipas says he wasn't surprised by Kyrgios's cocaine suspension — Aug 31, 2026Greek world No.1 Stefanos Tsitsipas says he wasn’t shocked by Nick Kyrgios’s cocaine-positive drug test but is surprised it was announced so late, noting he knew about it beforehand and had heard similar behavior on tour. Kyrgios apologized and faces a potential ban up to four years, while Tsitsipas and Kyrgios have a long history of rivalry and public tensions.

Jared Kim Rivalry aside, Tsitsipas saying he's "not shocked" makes it sound like this was common knowledge on tour.