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Sea Glows Red as Navy Fires Laser Weapon in the Middle East
Reporting
— Dec 19, 2021
The Navy tested a high-energy laser weapon system Tuesday in the Gulf of Aden near Yemen. Photos released by Naval Forces Central Command showed the sea glowing red as if it were filled with blood while the laser weapon…
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Oil Prices Rise on Red Sea Tensions
Finance
— Jul 17, 2026
Global oil prices climbed as US-Iran tensions raised concerns about disruptions to Middle East supply routes, with Brent above $90 and WTI in the low- to mid-$80s as markets fret over shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea. Gasoline and diesel prices remain elevated and are expected to stay high even if crude prices ease, aided by tight refining margins, China’s reduced imports, and regional capacity constraints that limit domestic buffering.
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Iran Deploys to Red Sea, Islamic Republic’s Destroyer Seen Near Critical Choke Point
Opinion
— Jan 2, 2024
As Israel’s war against the Iranian-backed terrorist group Hamas continues, other Iranian proxies have made their presence felt with attacks in the Middle East. Since the massive Hamas attack on Israel Oct. 7 sparked…
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Red Sox-Yankees Series Reframes Postseason Outlook
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— Aug 24, 2026
The Yankees host the Astros in a series opener with Will Warren slated to start as Aaron Judge progresses from a rib injury, while Houston counters with rookie Ethan Pecko and a lineup trying to rebound; projections for the game lean toward a Yankees win. With the Rays still leading the AL East, New York’s returnees like Bellinger and Judge give them a fighting chance to close the gap, though the schedule remains challenging and odds suggest it will be close.
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James Okafor
Interesting how differently the outlets are framing this. The bias spread says a lot.
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Trump Insists He Will Never Nuke Iran Despite His Own Pentagon Reportedly Saying They Were Considering It
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Yankees Lose 10th-Inning Duel as Schlittler Shines
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— Aug 8, 2026
After a nearly two-hour rain delay, the New York Yankees completed a dramatic 3-2 win over the Atlanta Braves in 10 innings, with Ryan McMahon driving in the decisive sac fly and Ben Rice and George Lombard Jr. delivering key late-inning hits to erase a two-run deficit. The victory snapped Atlanta’s eight-game winning streak and kept the Yankees within shouting distance of the Red Sox in the AL East.
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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
Biden Sharply Reducing Patriot Missile Defense Systems From Middle East Despite Hard-Line Leader’s Election
Reporting
— Jun 20, 2021
As an election in Iran signals that the going will get even tougher in the Middle East, some protection offered to American allies is going away. Eight Patriot anti-missile batteries are being yanked out of nations that…
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US to redeploy Middle East diplomats with staged staffing
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The United States is preparing to redeploy diplomats to Middle East embassies that were evacuated during the Iran conflict, with staffing likely to resume in posts including Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, Kuwait and Oman as soon as this week. Officials say the move reflects a perceived easing of tensions and a rollback of emergency measures, signaling a return to normal operations under President Trump despite stalled talks with Iran.
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Yuki Tanaka
The second-order effects here are what nobody's talking about yet.
Spaun Withdraws From Tour Championship With Shoulder Injury
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U.S. Open champion J.J. Spaun withdrew after five holes at the Tour Championship at East Lake due to a shoulder injury, leaving him 4-over par and out of the event. His exit impacts the FedExCup standings, reduces the field to 29 players, and could affect his prospects for a Presidents Cup captain’s pick, with last-place earnings listed around $355,000.
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North Korea suspected missile launch heightens regional tensions
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— Aug 20, 2026
North Korea fired an unidentified projectile toward the East Sea, with Japan and South Korea assessing it as a possible ballistic missile, as US-South Korea drills were scaled back under President Trump. Kim Yo Jong warned the reduced drills remain provocative and stressed the broader U.S.-North Korea standoff, while authorities monitor the missile’s trajectory amid rising regional tensions.
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Thai BL Stars Thomas and Kong Head to Seoul for MMAM at Seoul Fashion Week
The post by @kongjiro_ (Kong Jiro) features stylish photos with the caption “🚶♂️✨ THOMAS KONG TO SEOUL #THOMASKONGWITHMMAM.” It announces that the popular Thai actor pair Thomas (@tthomastc) and Kong are traveling to Seoul for the MMAM Spring/Summer 2027 collection show at Seoul Fashion Week (around September 3, 2026). It is trending because of strong fan excitement over their airport/fashion looks, high engagement (thousands of likes/reposts/views within hours), related posts from Thomas and Domundi TV, and coverage of the pair (plus Wave) as rising fashion and entertainment figures.
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Nationwide Pet Adoption Events Expand Amid Promotions
Lifestyle
— Jul 23, 2026
Shelters and rescue groups across the Midwest and Southwest are promoting discounted or special adoption events to move pets into homes, including Happily Ever After’s Hour of Love cuddle event in Green Bay, and the Humane Society of North Texas Mega Adoption Event in Fort Worth. Additional communities are extending the BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Empty the Shelters campaigns with reduced fees to clear cages, from Winnebago County in Rockford to the Metro East shelters near Belleville and Edwardsville.
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Global Yields Surge to Two-Decade High
Finance
— Aug 16, 2026
Global bond markets are muting risk appetite as euro-area yields push toward multi-decade highs amid Middle East tensions, with Germany’s 10-year around 3.20% and the ECB anticipated to lift deposit rates to about 2.76% by 2027. Meanwhile, a broad shift in monetary policy is under way as markets price widespread rate hikes outside the U.S., with inflation pressures and AI-led spending fueling divergence, reduced demand for U.S. Treasuries, and a push toward bullion as a hedge, challenging bonds’ traditional diversification role.
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Physical Books vs E-Readers
Paper's soul versus the paperless suitcase.
Physical Books vs E-Readers · 145 votes — pick a side