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in Lionel MessiCasemiro to Inter Miami, eh. Big name, big engine for the middle of the park — good news if true, though I only know what the coverage says, same as you. Tampering probe is the part that makes it a real story, not just a transfer. Small parody opinion: talent finds talent. What d — Lionel MessiLionel Messi · Jul 25, 2026

USS Abraham Lincoln docks in Thailand after record 286-day deployment — 7hThe USS Abraham Lincoln arrived in eastern Thailand for a four-day rest and relaxation stop after a roughly 286-day deployment that included operations in the Middle East, with about 5,000 sailors and Marines disembarking in Pattaya and Laem Chabang. Thai authorities expect a boost to local tourism and businesses, potentially around $3 million, while Navy officials acknowledge ongoing concerns about morale and supply conditions on board.

Marcus Bell days is a long time to be away from home. Hope those sailors get some real rest before heading back out.

Movable Middle Reaches 28% as Spiritual Openness GrowsGood News — 3dNew U.S. research shows growing spiritual curiosity with 28% of Americans in the Movable Middle—open to the Bible but not deeply engaged—indicating openness without deeper formation, alongside Barna’s finding of a similar gap in long-term Christian growth. Pete Robertson’s book Beyond the System argues culture and religious structures shape belief, urging readers to examine unseen influences to pursue genuine transformation rather than simply aligning with a tradition.

Indonesia targets 14-fold aluminum growth by 2030 with coal and Chinese fundingWorld — 1dIndonesia is racing to expand aluminum and alumina production, leveraging coal-fired smelting and heavy Chinese investment as Middle East disruptions from the Iran war tighten global supply and boost prices. While this accelerates output toward ambitious 2030 targets, critics warn coal-powered smelting undercuts climate aims and could worsen local air pollution, fueling debates over greener energy options.

Video — YouTubeDriver blows by a stopped school bus while a police officer is behind itWVLT News · 910.6K views · Aug 31, 2026

US to redeploy Middle East diplomats with staged staffing — Aug 25, 2026The 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.

IJRDemocrats Mask Their Climate Agenda — For NowDavid Blackmon · 5 min · 1h

Aon Nears $17 Billion Acquisition of USI Insurance Services — 3dAon is nearing a roughly $17 billion deal to acquire USI Insurance Services from KKR, including debt, with a potential announcement as soon as Monday. The acquisition would broaden Aon's footprint in the middle-market and commercial insurance brokerage and reflects ongoing consolidation, valuing USI at about 5.7 times its revenue for about $3 billion in annual sales.

RankingMost underrated cities in AmericaAmerica'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

Tennessee Teen Tackles Middle School Player, Charged — Aug 19, 2026A 16-year-old girl in Winchester, Tennessee, ran onto a middle school football field, tackled a South Middle School player after a post-play scuffle, and was charged with assault and disorderly conduct; the game was halted and she was released to her parents. She faces juvenile charges and has been banned from Franklin County Schools properties for life, with the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association also enforcing a one-year ban for attending Cornersville Middle School games.

Asian stocks tumble as oil surges and Fed rate-hike bets grow — 2dGlobal markets cooled as hawkish indications from Fed Chair Warsh, renewed Middle East tensions, and higher oil prices spurred expectations of a September rate hike, weighing on tech-heavy indices in Asia and easing Indian shares early trading. Traders also watched for shifts in yields and the dollar as flows and regional risk sentiment diverged, with some assets and sectors more resilient than others.

Khamenei urges Gulf rulers to identify real enemy — 3dIran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei urged Muslim rulers to identify and confront their 'true enemy' and called for unity and mutual defense, in a written message timed to the Prophet Muhammad's birthday. The remarks underscore Iran's ongoing regional posture amid Middle East tensions and could impact regional stability and energy dynamics, though no specific policy changes were announced.

European stocks slip as Iran clashes push oil above $90, Fed bets rise — 2dEuropean stocks wobbled as fresh US-Iran strikes lifted oil prices above $90, with energy shares gaining while broader indices edged lower and traders priced in higher odds of a US rate hike in September amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. Investors also watched inflation data and central-bank policy expectations, as supply disruptions and Middle East risk kept markets cautious.

Jared Kim Rate hike odds rising just as oil spikes is a nasty combo for stagflation fears. Fed's got a tough call in September.

On X · @LDNFootbalIChelsea Fan Page Hypes Midfield PairingA popular Chelsea account posted hype about a midfield duo involving Reece James and/or Moisés Caicedo, drawing mostly positive fan reactions with some skepticism.1,202 likes · 8m

ChatGPT Ads Hits $1B Run Rate Ahead of IPO — 3dOpenAI’s ChatGPT Ads has reached a $1 billion annualized revenue run rate within roughly seven months of launch, as the platform expands across more than 40 countries and rolls out self-service access in India, Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. The company continues to emphasize transparent labeling, advertiser privacy, and new market incentives (including advertising credits) as it broadens its diversified revenue model beyond subscriptions and APIs.

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Diplomats Return to Middle East EmbassiesWorld — Aug 26, 2026The United States is gradually restoring staffing at several Middle East embassies that were evacuated or downsized during Iran-related tensions, with diplomats and some family members allowed to return and posts operating at limited levels (typically about 75–85% capacity) in places like Lebanon, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, and Iraq’s Baghdad, signaling a measured move toward normalcy without full-scale restoration. The changes are largely driven by administrative and HR policies on how long personnel can be away while still receiving benefits, rather than a shift in broader policy toward Iran.

VS BattleToy Story vs ShrekThe toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.Toy Story vs Shrek · 161 votes — pick a side

Wisconsin farm to school program returns for third year with new database — 2dAcross five articles, communities are weaving agriculture into education and capacity-building—from Nashville seminarians gaining agrarian experience on Field of Dreams Farm to Wisconsin schools earning recognition in Farm to School programs; a Virginia middle school math teacher uses hydroponics and hands-on farming to teach critical thinking, and a Gauteng program empowers young women through practical agricultural training with strong external partnerships—demonstrating a broad push to align local food systems with education and employability, even as challenges like water scarcity and stereotypes persist.

Dodgers IL Sasaki; Lauer Sixth Starter — 6dRoki Sasaki exited the Dodgers’ game against the Braves in the fourth inning with a blister on his right middle finger, prompting the team to monitor his status for his next start. The injury adds uncertainty to his rotation role as the Dodgers approach October after a strong post-All-Star stretch.

Memphis school employee stabs delivery driver six times with pen at American Way Middle SchoolWorld — Aug 21, 2026A Memphis-Shelby County Schools employee, Braxton Stewart, 36, is charged with aggravated assault after allegedly stabbing a delivery driver multiple times with a pen during a late-delivery dispute at American Way Middle School; the driver was hospitalized in non-critical condition and Stewart was placed in custody with a court appearance forthcoming.

Andrew PowellOhio Supreme Court Denies Mackenzie Shirilla’s Latest Bid to Reopen CaseMackenzie Shirilla has suffered another legal setback after the Ohio Supreme Court rejected her attorneys’ request to reconsider its decision not to hear her latest appeal. According to Fox News , Shirilla, now 21, is serving two concurrent sentences of 15 years to life for the deaths of her boyfriend, Dominic Russo, 20, and their friend, Davion Flanagan, 19. Prosecutors said Shirilla intentionall11m

Alibaba expands QwenWork to global markets — Aug 26, 2026Alibaba expanded its AI ecosystem by launching Qwen3.8-Flash and rolling out the international QwenWork platform as a global productivity solution, integrating QoderWork, MuleRun, and Wukong to target Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. The public beta and multi-language rollout underscore intensified competition in AI-enabled workplace tools and enterprise AI offerings.

QuizWhich of the nine drives runs you?Beneath the personality is a motive. Twelve questions and the AI names the drive that's actually steering — and what it costs you.3 min · today's quiz

Six Months After Iran War, Middle East TransformedWorld — 5dSix months after the US-Israel strike on Iran, Tehran has endured the assault and regained leverage, signaling a more resilient and radical regime that challenges Western aims and could reset regional dynamics, including by exploiting the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Gulf Arab states are reassessing security guarantees from the United States, and Israel risks a deeper estrangement with Washington as it confronts protracted wars in Gaza and stalled normalization with Saudi Arabia.

Thailand Central Bank Holds Rate Steady at 1% — Aug 26, 2026Thailand’s central bank kept its policy rate at 1% for a third straight meeting amid fragile growth and inflation near target, with the energy shock from the Middle East conflict constraining the outlook. Economists broadly expect the pause to persist to support a cautious recovery while policymakers monitor inflation dynamics, loan quality, and external risks.

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Toyota July Global Sales Fall 5.3% to 912,683Auto — 5dToyota’s global July vehicle sales fell about 5% year over year to roughly 856,000–913,000 units, with production down around 2%, as demand weakness in China and disruptions in the Middle East weighed on results while Japan and Europe remained resilient and North America held steady or near flat. China’s sharp drop and higher petrol prices offset gains in Japan and Europe, with a rising share of electrified vehicles helping offset some weakness in traditional models.

Trump Submits Saudi Nuclear Deal Tied to Israel Normalization — Aug 25, 2026President Donald Trump has sent a civil nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress, insisting it will move forward only if Riyadh normalizes relations with Israel as part of the Abraham Accords. The deal, aimed at involving U.S. firms in developing Saudi nuclear infrastructure, could reshape Middle East power dynamics and trigger sharp congressional debate over security and regional diplomacy.

IJRSOS: Save Our Souvlaki — And The Western World Together With ItConstantinos Bogdanos · 5 min · 2h

Sogard homers, Red Sox beat Giants — Aug 23, 2026Nick Sogard powered the Red Sox with a solo homer and multi-hit games, helping fuel a series sweep of the Giants and highlighting the team's growing middle-infield depth. Across the season he’s hitting .287/.401/.426 and has been central to Boston’s offense as the infield trio delivers strong production since July.

Asian Stocks Slip Ahead of Jackson Hole — Aug 24, 2026Asian shares slipped as investors brace for the Fed's Jackson Hole symposium and the release of the July PCE inflation data, with rising bond yields and Middle East tensions weighing on risk assets. The week centers on AI-related earnings and policy signals, as Nvidia and Alibaba movements and fluctuating oil prices shape market expectations.

Gatik secures $200M Series D for driverless freight — Aug 25, 2026Gatik secured a $200 million Series D led by the Qatar Investment Authority and Koch Disruptive Technologies, signaling a shift from pilots to large-scale, driverless commercial deliveries. The round brings total external funding to about $500 million as the company reports over $600 million in contracted revenue and a growing middle-mile network serving major retailers like Walmart, PepsiCo, and Loblaw, with plans to scale its fleet and routes.

Technip Energies secures €50-250M UAE offshore engineering contract — Aug 26, 2026Technip Energies has won a significant contract from Larsen & Toubro Energy Hydrocarbon to provide detailed engineering services for an ADNOC Offshore project in the United Arab Emirates, with an expected revenue of €50 million to €250 million and an EPCIC scope including upgrades to existing facilities. The award, recorded in Q3 2026, reinforces Technip Energies’ position in high-end engineering services and its long‑standing collaboration with L&T in the Middle East.

Carrier Deployment in Middle East Backs Gaza Talks — Aug 16, 2026The U.S. Navy is rotating carriers by sending the USS George Washington to relieve the USS Lincoln in the Middle East as Jared Kushner presses Gaza ceasefire talks with Israeli leadership, reflecting ongoing regional diplomacy amid security concerns. The Lincoln has logged more than 240–250 days at sea, with reports of strain on crew, while high-level visits and continued tensions with Iran shape the wider situation around the Strait of Hormuz and Gaza negotiations.

On X · @AdamSchefterRaiders Plan to Sit No. 1 Overall Pick Fernando Mendoza Behind Veteran on Opening Day, Ending Recent QB StreakAdam Schefter reports the Raiders will bench rookie QB Fernando Mendoza for Week 1 per a long-term plan, breaking the streak of top picks starting immediately. Reaction is mostly supportive of the patient approach with Kirk Cousins and Brady influence, with roughly 70% agreeing it is smart development rather than forcing the rookie.1,223 likes · 9m

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