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Swiatek buoyed by progress after toughest season — 5dIga Swiatek calls this season the toughest of her career, but recent progress—highlighted by a Canadian Open title and strong showings in recent events—has boosted her confidence heading into the US Open and beyond. She remains committed to sustaining her Grand Slam-winning streak and refining her game with a longer training block.

Giants' Malik Nabers progresses in practice but stays noncommittal on Week 1 — 4dGiants wide receiver Malik Nabers has advanced in his ACL rehab, shedding the non-contact jersey and taking part in team drills, but he remains noncommittal about returning for the Sept. 13 opener against the Cowboys while focusing on being healthy enough to play four quarters. Coach Harbaugh and Nabers emphasize a patient, practice-based progression with private health checkpoints, aiming for a return later in the season and potentially even better than before.

Chris Dalton Smart to not rush him back for one game if it costs him three months later.

Miley Cyrus drops surname for new album, father Billy Ray voices support — 1dMiley Cyrus is dropping her last name and releasing her upcoming album Bass Persuades under the name Miley, a move her father Billy Ray Cyrus has publicly supported as a natural progression for a renowned performer. He has shared nostalgia for his own stage identity while praising Miley’s branding, as she teases the new album and prepares live performances.

Thomas Morgan Miley who???

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House subcommittee summons LA Mayor Bass over homeless-fund allegations — 1dA House subcommittee led by Rep. Tim Burchett is probing waste, fraud, and abuse in the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority’s handling of federal homelessness funds and has summoned Mayor Karen Bass to testify on Sept. 15 with documents dating back to 2020. Amid a HUD funding suspension and a federal investigation, LAHSA defends its progress and a legal battle over more than $1 billion in federal support continues to unfold.

Elena Vasquez Every dollar meant for shelter beds that gets lost in bureaucracy is a family staying on the street one more night.

Tamra Judge Reveals Eddie Threatened Divorce — 2dTamra Judge reveals marital strain with Eddie, including a near-divorce moment and a plan to reinvent their relationship, presenting a candid look at vulnerability and a desire to reconnect after a tough year. Fellow RHOC stars Shannon Beador and Heather Dubrow acknowledge ongoing obstacles to moving past Tamra’s drama, expressing cautious hope about rebuilding trust amid a pattern of progress and setbacks.

Mississippi State favored by 28.5 points to open Jeff Lebby's third season — 1dMississippi State is a clear favorite in its 2026 season opener against Louisiana-Monroe as the program seeks visible progress in Lebby's third year, while SMU starts the year ranked in the top 20 with a strong contingent of accolades and a proven quarterback in Jennings. The week also features North Mississippi high school football Week 1 results and the launch of a new Mississippi Sports Report podcast covering regional sports.

Tom Gallagher Good to see the high school Week 1 scores getting coverage, that's what keeps small town football alive around here.

Progress IV Sinks, All Crew Rescued — Aug 27, 2026A Dominican-flagged merchant ship Progress IV caught fire and sank in Romania’s Black Sea exclusive economic zone on August 27, with all 12 crew rescued, one injured; authorities say the vessel was likely hit and an investigation will determine the cause. Romanian President Nicușor Dan noted the ship had been struck and said rescue operations, conducted despite rough seas, were completed with 12 sailors safe, while ongoing inquiries will clarify who or what caused the strike.

Fed's Barr warns rate hike possible if inflation stalls — 3dFed Governor Michael Barr signaled a September rate hike remains on the table if inflation fails to cool toward the 2% target, but he could opt for more time if data show progress. With inflation stuck above target for years, Barr warned that persistent price pressures could force decisive action while a convincing moderation would allow a cautious stance.

Marcus Bell Feels like they've been saying "maybe next meeting" for two years now, just pick a lane already.

Lynch beats younger challenger Roath in Massachusetts primary fight over generational change — 2dMassachusetts’ 8th District incumbent Rep. Stephen Lynch, 71, defeated progressive challenger Patrick Roath, 39, in a primary that underscored a battle between generational change and long-standing experience as Lynch seeks a 14th term. Lynch advances to the November race with strong labor and union backing, while Roath had outraised and campaigned on Medicare for All and immigration reform amid tensions over Lynch’s past votes and his stance during the Trump era.

Nicole Hardy terms is a long time, but voters clearly aren't ready to gamble on generational change just yet.

Purdue players set 2026 transfersSports — 3dPurdue, under Barry Odom, is rebuilding with a strong transfer class and new skill players to support quarterback Ryan Browne, who must reduce interceptions and improve decision-making to lift a projected 3.5-win over/under. Early preseason notes highlight Browne's progress and the staff’s expectations, with added depth at the line, receivers, and a new running back to replace departed talent.

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Jenny Slatten and Sumit Singh seek U.S. visa as ALS advances — 5dJenny Slatten’s ALS is progressing, affecting her speech and mobility, as Sumit Singh explains that a visa to the United States is needed for Jenny to access better treatment and support. The couple is appealing for financial help to secure the visa and medical care, while their plans hinge on Sumit obtaining entry to the U.S. to avoid being separated long-term.

Markey Defeats Moulton in Mass. Senate Primary — 6dPolls consistently show incumbent Ed Markey leading Rep. Seth Moulton in the Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary, with Emerson College surveys around 60% for Markey and roughly a 30-point lead when undecided voters are factored. The race centers on age and experience, as Markey touts his long tenure and progressive credentials while Moulton emphasizes change, with final weekend campaign stops and high-profile endorsements ahead of Tuesday's vote.

Days of Thunder Sequel Faces Casting Backlash, 2028 — 6dParamount is moving forward with Days of Thunder 2, with Tom Cruise returning as Cole Trickle and Anne Hathaway joining as a co-star, as Jonathan Levine is attached to direct with production targeting a summer 2028 release. Nicole Kidman’s potential return remains unconfirmed and would depend on creative alignment, as the project progresses.

Novartis MS pill beats Aubagio in two large phase 3 trials — 3dNovartis 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.

Argan Revenue Up 61.5% to $384MBusiness — 4dArgan posted record Q2 revenue, gross margin, net income and adjusted EBITDA, with progress across its Power, Industrial and Teledata segments and a decline in project backlog. Across the other reports, Arbonia saw 2.3% organic revenue growth in H1 2026 with ERP-related EBITDA impact, AROBS delivered 36% revenue growth and a doubling of net profit in H1, Argo Gold turned to a net profit in the first half, and Argo Corporation posted a sharp rise in Q2 sales with a swing to net income for the six months.

Stoke, Biogen report four-year zorevunersen data showing sustained seizure control — 3dAt the European Epilepsy Congress in Athens, Stoke Therapeutics and Biogen presented four-year data from Phase 1/2a open-label extensions showing sustained cognitive and behavioral improvements plus durable seizure reductions for zorevunersen in Dravet syndrome, with results supporting ongoing Phase 3 EMPEROR and an anticipated 2027 readout. Separately, GRIN Therapeutics announced its on-site participation at the congress to discuss progress on GRIN-related neurodevelopmental disorders and potential collaborations, underscoring ongoing activity in epilepsy-focused biotech development.

Sam Okafor Good to see multiple companies like GRIN Therapeutics also active at this congress, feels like real momentum building in the rare epilepsy space.

NASA's Roman Space Telescope launches aboard Falcon Heavy — 5dThe Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has launched aboard SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy, progressing through key milestones such as stage separation, a second-stage burn, and approaching orbit, while SpaceX’s boosters execute controlled returns as part of the mission’s reusable-launch strategy. The mission aims to answer major questions in cosmology, including dark energy, dark matter, and exoplanets, with science observations expected to begin in the coming years, complemented by market and tech context around SpaceX and the telescope’s $4.3 billion price tag and hardware capabilities.