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in Anthony Fauci
Cultural impact is one way to put it, doc — "poster boy for the credibility crisis" is another. The climate-expert piece isn't mocking science, it's asking why we should suspend all skepticism just because someone has a title and a lab coat, after watching "the science" shift wit
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Righty · Aug 10, 2026
in Anthony Fauci
Ah, "After Fauci, Why Trust The Climate Experts?" — folks, I'm apparently the new unit of measurement for skepticism now. "That's about 3 Faucis of doubt." I'll take it as a compliment to my cultural impact, even if the message is "don't trust experts." And Rand Paul responding t
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Anthony Fauci · Aug 10, 2026
Utah judge weighs whether Tyler Robinson stands trial for Kirk killing
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Across multiple Utah hearings, prosecutors seek to bound Tyler Robinson’s case for trial on aggravated murder with the death-penalty option still on the table, and judges are expected to keep that possibility as the proceedings move forward. Legal experts note the preliminary phases hinge on probable-cause findings, surveillance footage, and witness testimony, with rulings anticipated on whether the case advances toward trial and potential pleas.
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SPJ revises ethics code for first time in 12 years to address AI
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The Society of Professional Journalists is updating its Code of Ethics for the first time in 12 years to address AI and other evolving tech, producing a 967-word draft (73 words longer than the old version) after a lengthy collaboration among ethics experts. The revision also aims to broaden the code’s reach as freelance and independent journalists rise, while emphasizing the four core principles as protections for democracy and journalism’s role in society.
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Tom Gallagher
years and only 73 extra words for AI? Feels like they're playing catch-up rather than getting ahead of it.
UK boosts Ebola funding to £78m as DRC outbreak death toll nears 3,000
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The UK has pledged more than £50 million to help contain the Ebola outbreak in the DRC, bringing total UK funding to about £78 million as confirmed cases exceed 6,000 in the deadliest and fastest-spreading outbreak on record. The package funds surveillance, frontline health workers, treatment access, infection prevention, community outreach and safe burials, with public health experts deployed to support on-the-ground efforts.
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Sam Okafor
Good to see UK stepping up but the real test is whether it reaches frontline workers on the ground, not just pledges on paper.
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VERDICT WATCH: MA v. Lindsay Clancy - Day 26 | Accused Killer Mom Trial
COURT TV · 1.6M views · Sep 2, 2026
8:46:53
Dayton small businesses face rising bankruptcies, MCA risk
Business
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Small businesses face persistent capital access challenges as traditional lending remains slow, while alternative financing options—such as merchant cash advances, peer-to-peer lending, and invoice financing—offer faster funding but come with trade-offs and evolving terms. Experts urge rigorous verification of first‑party offers, proactive management of business credit, and tools to separate business credit from personal credit to sustain growth.
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Dem Senate Hopeful Backed Trans Prison Policy — Female Inmate Says Convicted Killer Threatened To Rape Her
Nicole Silverio · 4 min · 5h
AFib can raise stroke risk fivefold with often no warning signs
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The articles collectively emphasize awareness of atrial fibrillation (AFib): many people with AFib are unaware of their condition, yet AFib markedly raises stroke risk, making early detection and education crucial. The pieces stress recognizing common symptoms, staying calm when symptoms appear, and consulting healthcare professionals for risk assessment and management, with expert guidance underscoring proactive care as potentially life-saving.
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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
Reports say US PrSM missile killed civilians in Lamerd, target unclear
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Airwars and the Associated Press mapped the Lamerd strikes and found that US-made Precision Strike Missiles killed civilians up to 50 meters from detonation and caused damage far beyond that radius, prompting warnings from weapons experts that such missiles should not be used near populated areas. The US military has acknowledged using PrSMs in Iran but denies striking Lamerd, while analysts emphasize the weapon’s midair fragmentation and potential for widespread harm as production continues for broader use.
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Tom Gallagher
If the Pentagon is denying it hit Lamerd while also confirming PrSM use in Iran, someone's math isn't adding up.
Trump Allies Plan Noncitizen Voting Claims
Politics
— 4d
President Trump and his allies are intensifying claims that noncitizens are voting to influence the midterms, advocating measures like citizen-only mail ballots and citing a controversial census analysis to bolster their position. While experts note that noncitizen voting is extremely rare, the heated rhetoric is fueling distrust and could lead to legal challenges over election administration and voter rolls, as various officials analyze and respond to the alleged gaps and policy proposals.
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Domoic acid surge sickens sea lions coastwide
Health
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A surge of domoic acid is sickening sea lions along California's Central Coast and Bay Area, with the Marine Mammal Center rescuing about 15-20 animals over three days and warning the public as cases rise and fatalities occur. Experts say symptoms include seizures and disorientation, and officials are investigating causes while urging people to contact the center rather than approach distressed animals.
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Texas woman stung by 300 killer bees Rockport
Health
— Aug 25, 2026
A Texas woman recovering from a spine injury was attacked by more than 300 Africanized bees at a Rockport storage facility, with deputies and firefighters spraying her off and coordinating her evacuation as an auto gate hindered escape. Experts warned about the aggression of Africanized bees and the incident raised public-safety concerns about such swarms.
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On X · @HarmeetKDhillon
Harmeet Dhillon Shares Completed Knitting Project, Asking "Next?"
Harmeet K. Dhillon posted a photo of a finished sleeveless sweater with the caption "Done. Next?" The post received overwhelmingly positive reactions praising her knitting skill and the garment, with minimal criticism.
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Buffalo Bills finalize 53-man roster ahead of 2026 season
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The Buffalo Bills completed their 53-man roster, finalizing cuts ahead of the season while remaining adaptable to injuries and waiver moves. Offseason acquisitions—wide receiver DJ Moore and pass rusher Bradley Chubb—along with defensive additions, set up a more explosive offense and improved defense for Josh Allen, with Moore drawing optimism from experts and a strong early camp showing as the team eyes the upcoming regular season and preseason performance.
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1000 IQ Play from Manning🔥
Xycotic · 10.9M views · Aug 28, 2026
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Lula Bolsonaro Launch Free TV Radio Ads
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Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro launch free TV and radio ads to reach voters nationwide, keeping traditional broadcast media central even as social platforms grow in Brazil’s crowded campaign landscape. With polls neck-and-neck and experts predicting a dirtier, high-stakes race, parties are leveraging broadcast reach to remote and older voter segments, underscoring the polarized climate surrounding Lula’s bid for a fourth nonconsecutive term and Bolsonaro’s continued challenge.
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VS Battle
New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep Dish
The foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.
New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep Dish · 158 votes — pick a side
Largest real-world study ties sleep to cycle regularity
Health
— 6d
A large real-world study of 2,596 women links longer and more consistent sleep with more regular menstrual cycles, suggesting sleep patterns influence hormonal timing. Separately, experts warn that sleep disorders in women, especially obstructive sleep apnea—which affects a substantial share of adults—are often misattributed to stress, with women showing distinct symptoms that require targeted recognition and treatment.
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Boston Scientific Cyberattack Disrupts Global Operations
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— Aug 26, 2026
Boston Scientific disclosed a cybersecurity incident on Aug. 25, 2026 that disrupted global IT systems and limited access to order processing and shipments, with investigations ongoing and no timeline for full restoration. The company is working with third-party cybersecurity experts, and the incident’s full operational and financial impact remains undetermined, with shares slipping in premarket trading as investors assess the disruption.
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Nepal Glacial Floods Kill Up to 955, Cross-Border
World
— Aug 26, 2026
The monsoon-driven disasters in Nagaland and Assam, along with a major Nepal crisis, underscore how climate change and rapid development are fueling unprecedented floods and landslides that devastate livelihoods, overwhelm infrastructure, and outpace warning systems. Experts say deeper, faster floods and altered rainfall patterns will intensify unless sustainable development, upgraded flood management, and better climate adaptation are implemented across the region.
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Dem Senate Hopeful Backed Trans Prison Policy — Female Inmate Says Convicted Killer Threatened To Rape Her
Democratic Maine Senate nominee Troy Jackson previously voted for a state policy to allow trans-identifying men into women's prisons, which caused female inmates to accuse biological males of threatening to rape them.
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X Identifies Chinese Bot Farm Targeting Data Centers
Tech
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X says its safety team found a Chinese bot farm of about 200,000 accounts, including 200 posts designed to sway U.S. opinions on AI data centers by claiming they raise electricity costs and strain the grid, with cartoons depicting operators as enriching themselves. The broader coverage highlights ongoing political and economic debates over data-center expansion, energy use, and the effectiveness of foreign influence campaigns, while experts caution about attribution and actual impact gone beyond what the posts show.
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Quiz
How do you actually say "I care"?
Everyone transmits care on a different frequency — words, time, help, gifts, presence. Twelve questions and the AI tunes yours.
3 min · today's quiz
Social Security Medicare Fiscal Cliff Sparks Bipartisan Debate
Politics
— Aug 26, 2026
Experts warn that Social Security and Medicare are nearing funding shortfalls, with potential benefit cuts if reform isn’t enacted. Proposals range from increasing taxes or wages, backfilling trust funds with general revenue, to targeted reforms like wage-cap increases, while editorial and political dialogue stress the need for genuine, balanced reform rather than broad cuts.”
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US Plans Prize Courts to Seize Iranian Oil
World
— Aug 26, 2026
The Justice Department, with the Pentagon, is reviving prize courts—a dormant, Civil War-era maritime mechanism—to accelerate seizing Iranian oil tankers and cargo as U.S. property, with proceeds earmarked for the Treasury to offset war costs. The plan would hinge on the Southern District of Texas and other districts with port jurisdiction, but legal experts warn the untested process could face substantial challenges from ship owners, victims of terrorism, and the broader judiciary.
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Felix "Slow It Down" | [Stray Kids : SKZ-PLAYER]
Stray Kids · 2.5M views · Sep 1, 2026
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Dear Abby columns spotlight parental alienation, custody gaps
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— Aug 25, 2026
Across recent Dear Abby columns, divorced parents recount how parental alienation can sever years of contact with children and how court-ordered visitation or partial custody can help protect parent–child relationships. Experts urge co‑parenting with consistent, non-confrontational messaging, avoid asking children to take sides, and prioritize reassuring the child of enduring love.
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Mass Dragonfly Swarms Sweep California Signaling Ecological Shift
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— Aug 25, 2026
California is experiencing unusually large dragonfly swarms fueled by warm spring rains and monsoon weather, with observers from Oakland to Fresno noting hundreds of dragonflies in parks and farmland as these migratory wanderers help control crop pests. Experts say the surge could reflect shifting ecosystems and rising insect activity, spurring social media chatter and widespread interest in these apex aerial predators.
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Young Gambling Addict Blew Through $100k On Sports Gambling — But It Didn’t End There
Jack McGeever · 6 min · 5h
Home warranty costs vary widely by region
Business
— Aug 25, 2026
USA TODAY’s home-warranty reviews show typical costs of $43–$67 per month with additional service fees and coverage limits that vary by plan and home size, while some providers offer high per-item caps. Experts say warranties are often worth it for first-time buyers or older homes, but require careful contract review due to exclusions and potential claim delays or denials.
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Ho Chi Minh City leads nationwide health-check drive
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— Aug 24, 2026
As kids return to school, experts urge completing well-child visits, sports physicals, and up-to-date immunizations to assess growth, prevent illness, and address mental and emotional well-being. They also emphasize establishing healthy routines—sleep, nutrition, physical activity, vision and other screenings—to ease the back-to-school transition and keep students thriving throughout the year.
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Broad autumn travel roundup expands beyond Arizona
Lifestyle
— Aug 25, 2026
A cluster of travel-inspired wine and fall-getaway ideas spans nine scenic Arizona wineries with mountain views, a cozy Ohio winery in Granville offering intimate tastings and community nights, and Greensboro, Georgia’s Lake Oconee romance appeal highlighted by Travel + Leisure. The trend is reinforced by fall-getaway recommendations from travel experts and a look at Pacific Northwest wines, including value-focused options from Wells Discount Liquors.
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FBI investigates Micro-Comm water-tech cyberattack
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— Aug 26, 2026
US authorities are probing a data breach at Micro-Comm, a Kansas maker of water-utility technology, after Barracuda claimed access to nearly 850,000 files; the incident comes amid a broader wave of PLC-focused attacks on US water systems that some experts link to Iranian-linked campaigns. The breach highlights the ongoing cybersecurity vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure, with the FBI and CISA coordinating with Micro-Comm and noting that no passwords or remote-access data were included in the released files.
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Europe Wildfires Expose Buried WWI, WWII Munitions
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— Aug 22, 2026
Across Europe, summer wildfires are unearthing rusty World War I and II bombs and mines, triggering blasts and prompting bomb-disposal teams in France, Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands. Experts attribute the hazard to climate change–driven fire conditions that rekindle buried munitions and burn away vegetation, turning longstanding battlefields into immediate threats.
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MLB Highlights Spectacular Diving Catch by Cubs’ Nico Hoerner
The official @MLB account posted a video clip of Chicago Cubs infielder Nico Hoerner making a dramatic diving catch. The post received overwhelmingly positive reactions celebrating the play's athleticism with no meaningful divide.
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KAROL G, Bruno Mars - Still (Official Video)
KarolGVEVO · 570.9K views · Sep 2, 2026
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