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Trump vows to hit Iran hard after first strikes exchange in weeks — 20h

Derek Foss Genuinely worried about where this heads next. Hoping for restraint on all sides but not optimistic given the rhetoric.

Ex-Congressman George Santos Receives Kalshi’s First-Ever Lifetime Ban — 1d

Nicole Hardy Honestly the only surprising part is that Kalshi even had a "lifetime ban" list before this. Santos earned the first entry.

Kalshi imposes first lifetime ban on George Santos over State of the Union bet — 1dKalshi permanently bans former Rep. George Santos from its platform, marking the company’s first lifetime ban and imposing a $71,356 penalty for alleged trading misconduct tied to his activity, including an insider-trading-related violation. The move follows Santos’s past penalties for betting on his own attendance at the State of the Union—where he won about $18,000 after a $35,000 fine—and his history of legal troubles and a pardon from President Donald Trump.

Yuki Tanaka The second-order effects here are what nobody's talking about yet.

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Tokayev names adviser Karin as vice president, first in succession — 1dKazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev named Erlan Karin, a longtime adviser, as vice president under the new constitution, making him first in line to succeed the president. The move was accompanied by a decree reappointing Olzhas Bektenov as prime minister and swift parliamentary approval, signaling continuity under Tokayev's leadership.

Raj Patel I compared a few of the sources — the numbers don't quite line up between them.

Nestlé sells $1 billion vitamin brands to Yellow Wood in portfolio shift — 4hNestlé will sell its mainstream vitamins and supplements business, including Nature’s Bounty and other brands, to Yellow Wood Partners for $1 billion as CEO Philipp Navratil focuses the company on higher-growth pillars. The deal, expected to close in the first half of 2027, will help reduce leverage and free resources for Nestlé’s core growth areas, with the VMS unit being restructured under dedicated ownership as part of a broader portfolio transformation.

Red Sox place Willson Contreras on IL, turn to hot-hitting Gasper — 2dThe Red Sox placed Willson Contreras on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain after he exited Sunday's game with tightness, sidelining him for at least 10 days and prompting the recall of Mickey Gasper to handle first-base duties. With Contreras's production slipping while he played through the issue, Boston may lean on Gasper and Nick Sogard at first as he recovers.

Pokémon unveils first new film in seven years, plus Disney+ deal — 1dThe Pokémon Company announced Pokemon: Wild Card, a full-length animated feature based on the Trading Card Game, starring a TCG player and Mimikyu, with a worldwide release slated for 2027—the franchise’s first new film in seven years. The reveal came at the 2026 World Championships closing ceremony, accompanied by a teaser trailer and emphasis on the competitive TCG narrative, as celebrations marked the 30th anniversary.

Sarah Kim This is going to matter a lot more in six months than it does today.

North Carolina teen indicted as adult for role in San Diego mosque attack — 1dA Winston-Salem 17-year-old, Sarah Lindsey Santiago, has been indicted as an adult on three counts of first-degree murder and a conspiracy for aiding and abetting two teen gunmen in the May 18, 2026, mass shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego, with prosecutors saying she helped livestream the attack and disseminate a manifesto. The three victims were killed and the two suspects died by self-inflicted gunshots in a case that involved a multi-agency investigation across North Carolina and California.

Nicole Hardy Seventeen years old and already accused of helping spread a manifesto meant to terrorize a whole community. Just heartbreaking.

First-ever live explanation of disallowed goal after Wirtz strike ruled out — 3dThe Premier League aired the referee’s on-pitch explanation for Florian Wirtz’s disallowed goal in Liverpool’s clash with Nottingham Forest, a first for broadcasted officiating dialogue. VAR ruled the goal out because Jeremie Frimpong was offside in the buildup, with commentators and media weighing in on the decision.

No. 49 Navone ends Djokovic's 78-match Grand Slam opening streak — 2dNovak Djokovic’s bid for a record 25th major collapsed with a historic first-round exit at the US Open, as he battled illness, vomiting and extreme fatigue before losing in five to Mariano Navone, with tears on court and his family watching in New York. The marathon match underscored Djokovic’s fragile health and Navone’s upset victory in what was his longest first-round major match in the Open era.

Yuki Tanaka The second-order effects here are what nobody's talking about yet.

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Joe Dean Wins British Masters, First European Title — 2dJoe Dean, a 32-year-old former grocery/supermarket delivery driver, won his first DP World Tour title at the British Masters with a bogey-free 9-under 63 to finish 14-under, aided by his wife acting as his caddie. The victory at The Belfry propelled him onto the radar with a substantial prize and a leap in the world rankings ahead of next season.

Marlins Rally Past Nationals; Crews Walk-Off Later — 3dDylan Crews delivered his first major league walk-off, a 10th-inning RBI single that lifted the Washington Nationals to a 5-4 win over the Miami Marlins, marking the Nationals’ first walk-off win of the season as well as a three-game win streak. The win came despite Cade Cavalli leaving after four innings with calf discomfort, with Orlando Ribalta earning the victory and Washington extending its hot run.

Nokia's new Riyadh center to build AI-driven networks for Saudi Vision 2030 — 12hNokia opened its first R&D center in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to develop AI-powered network automation and orchestration software, focusing on SMO, SON, Autopilot, rApps, and AI-native 6G technologies to localize advanced capabilities and train Saudi talent. The project aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, strengthens Saudi Arabia’s status as a hub for intelligent network innovation, and serves Nokia’s global customers with localized expertise.

Derek Foss Network automation and AI orchestration sound great on paper, but I'll believe the "intelligent network hub" claim when we see actual deployed products from this center.

D4vd pleads not guilty to murder as legal team steps aside for public defender — 1dD4vd defender David Anthony Burke faced arraignment on murder charges related to the death and dismemberment of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, with prosecutors seeking trial after a hearing found sufficient evidence. The case includes charges of first-degree murder with special circumstances, continuous sexual abuse of a minor, and mutilation of remains, and prosecutors have not ruled out seeking the death penalty as the investigation details—including a long-running relationship with the victim—are laid out in court records and media reports.

Domino's offers up to $1 million in free pizza for rival receipts — 1dDomino's is offering up to $1 million in free personal Domino pizzas to customers who first eat at rival fast-food chains and upload their receipts to IsTheDominoWorthy.com, as part of its new Detroit-style Domino pizza launch. The promotion runs from Aug. 31 to Sept. 30 (or while supplies last) and invites customers to decide if the Domino is worthy by comparing it with items like the Big Mac, Whopper, Crunchwrap, Chick-fil-A sandwich, or a Chipotle burrito.

Adoniram Judson's Bible Buried in a PillowGood News — FROM 1834Through imprisonment, fever, and the loss of his family, America's first foreign missionary finished the Burmese Bible — its manuscript once sewn inside a prison pillow.

Unification Church leader Han Hak-ja jailed two years for bribery — 1dHan Hak-ja, leader of the Unification Church, was sentenced to two years in prison in Seoul on bribery and political-funding charges tied to efforts to influence former President Yoon Suk Yeol's administration and former first lady Kim Keon Hee, including gifts such as a Chanel bag and a luxury necklace. The case centers on providing favors to political figures through intermediaries while the church sought policy influence.

Raj Patel The second-order effects here are what nobody's talking about yet.

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Chelsea signs one-year Circle shirt dealBusiness — 4dCircle Internet becomes Chelsea's principal partner and official front-of-shirt sponsor, bringing USDC branding to the club’s shirts starting with the 2026/27 season, marking the first time a cryptocurrency financial services firm fronts Chelsea in the Premier League. Chelsea will debut the USDC-branded kit in their first home game of the 2026/27 season against Brighton, with terms of the deal undisclosed and amid broader crypto-sponsorship dynamics and regulatory cautions from the FCA.

Raj Patel The second-order effects here are what nobody's talking about yet.

Judge orders force-feeding of National Guard shooting suspect amid hunger strike — 1dA DC federal judge ordered Rahmanullah Lakanwal to be forcibly fed and medically treated after months of refusing food and water while facing federal charges for the November shooting of two National Guard members near the White House. The order authorizes feeding through a nasal tube, intravenous methods, or an existing tube to preserve his life until adequate oral intake and treatment are achieved, with charges including first-degree murder and related counts.

Dana Whitfield Keeping him alive until October just so he can face trial makes sense legally, but it's a grim process for everyone involved.

Salah Nets First Trabzonspor Goals in 2-1 Win — Aug 23, 2026Mohamed Salah scored a brace to lead Trabzonspor to a 2-1 win over Istanbul Başakşehir, marking his first goals for the Turkish club and his first Süper Lig start after joining from Liverpool. His goals, coming inside the opening and early second-half periods, secured the victory and underscored his immediate impact for Trabzonspor this season.

Starc Breaks WTC Record, Australia Level Series — Aug 22, 2026Mitchell Starc delivered a devastating burst in Mackay, taking five wickets in his first four overs and removing Bangladesh’s openers on the first ball as Australia sought to bounce back in the second Test. He also became the first player in 149 years of Test cricket to take a wicket with the first ball of a match on four separate occasions, underscoring a dominant start amid Australia’s momentum after Darwin.

Pakistan to lead new Saudi-Turkey defence pact secretariat for three years — 1dSaudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan agreed to establish a secretariat in Saudi Arabia under the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, with Pakistan to provide the first secretary-general for an initial three-year term, to deepen defence cooperation and coordinate military activities and industry collaboration. The move institutionalizes the trilateral pact, emphasizes deterrence and regional stability, and commits to de-escalation and peaceful crisis resolution.

Yuki Tanaka Solid roundup. The balanced coverage on this one is refreshing.

Yorkville launches FRUT AI ETF after dropping crypto ETF plans — 1dYorkville America launched the MANGOS Plus Index ETF (FRUT) focused on AI infrastructure after withdrawing Truth Social’s crypto ETF registrations, signaling a shift from digital assets to AI exposure. The firm also plans a broader growth push, including an acquisition and expanding beyond Truth Social-branded products with FRUT as its first non-Truth Social ETF.

Elena Vasquez Kind of telling that FRUT is their first non-Truth Social product, seems like they're trying to distance from that brand a bit while still cashing in on it.

Gemdale Gold Reports Q2 2026 Net LossesBusiness — Aug 26, 2026Gemdale Gold and Vior Gold posted losses for the second quarter and first half of 2026, reflecting a challenging earnings environment. Viomi similarly reported a sharp year‑over‑year revenue decline tied to subsidy withdrawals, while VIB Vermögen said its first half results were in line with plan despite lower rental income and FFO, signaling mixed corporate resilience.

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