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Whistleblower says USPS system Trump ordered for mail ballots is flawed and untested — 1d

Sam Okafor Rolling out an untested system for something as critical as mail ballots is asking for trouble. Should've been tested months ago.

GTA 6 pre-orders surge 436% after Netflix reveal, PS5 leads Xbox — 1d

Maya Lindstrom Not shocked PS5 is dominating preorders, Rockstar games have basically always sold better on PlayStation first.

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.

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Whistleblower warns rushed USPS mail ballot system could disrupt 2026 midterms — 1dA whistleblower alleges USPS rushed a new online ballot-mail portal and strict, unforgiving verification system under President Trump’s executive order, risking widespread ballot rejection and potential disenfranchisement in the 2026 midterms. The disclosures drew bipartisan scrutiny from Sen. Blumenthal and legal challenges, even as the White House defends the plan and a federal judge weighs the rollout.

Maya Lindstrom Rushing a brand new ballot portal right before a midterm is asking for chaos. Slow down and get outside auditors on this before it goes live.

Mother Teresa Starts With One RupeeGood News — FROM 1950She left her convent with a few rupees and a calling to the poorest of the poor — and built an order serving the dying in over a hundred countries.

Trump Renames Lake Ontario Amid Trade Dispute — 5dRep. Debbie Dingell plans to introduce the Hands Off Our Great Lakes Act to nullify President Trump's executive order renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America and restore the lake's original name. The effort follows the broader U.S.-Canada trade tensions, with Dingell stressing the lake’s name should reflect its American context and linking the rename to ongoing tariffs and diplomacy with Canada.

Trump signs emergency order banning foreign energy equipment — 6dPresident Trump signed an emergency order to block foreign-made bulk-power system equipment from U.S. electric grids, citing national security risks and potential backdoors. The move, driven by concerns over China-made components and the growing demand from AI data centers and other tech, aims to shield critical infrastructure amid ongoing cyber threats.

12-year-old Maryland boy stabs mother's boyfriend during alleged attack — 2dA 12-year-old Maryland boy, Xavier Leathers, saved his mother by grabbing a kitchen knife and stabbing her attacker twice as he allegedly choked her, allowing her to escape; authorities say the suspect was taken into custody and the investigation continues. The mother was hospitalized and has filed for a protective order, while the boy and the family are described as safe with no serious injuries beyond minor ones.

Broncos OLB Jonathon Cooper placed on exempt list — 2dThe NFL placed Denver Broncos outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper on the commissioner’s exempt list after two June arrests on domestic-violence charges, including second-degree assault and violations of a protection order; he will remain paid but cannot practice or play and will not count toward the 53-man roster while the case proceeds.

Eurozone manufacturing hits four-year high as Germany surges, Italy contracts — 1dEurozone manufacturing activity picked up in August, with the PMI rising to 52.7—the highest in about 51 months—led by Germany’s strongest growth in over four years and supported by improvements in France and broader regional demand; however, Italy remained in contraction. Separately, Sweden’s manufacturing PMI also signaled solid expansion at 56.1, underscoring a broader euro-area evidence of improving factory output and orders across major European economies, aided by easing input costs though supply pressures persist.

Nicole Hardy Easing input costs helping margins but supply chain issues sound like they never really went away.

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Boxabl signs deal for up to 1,500 factory-built homes over three years — 1dBoxabl has signed a multi-year purchase agreement with LC Vegas Acquisitions to deliver up to 1,500 factory-built homes over three years, with about 500 units expected per year and deliveries contingent on project schedules and regulatory approvals. The deal, touted as Boxabl’s largest announced residential order to date, highlights the company’s push into larger communities while analysts note ongoing profitability challenges and a high valuation.

Tom Gallagher Finally some real numbers instead of just prototype photos and Elon rumors, hope the permitting doesn't drag this out for years.

Arbitrator Orders Attiah Reinstatement at Post — Aug 24, 2026A private arbitrator ordered The Washington Post to reinstate opinion columnist Karen Attiah and pay back wages, ruling the firing over her Bluesky posts about Charlie Kirk lacked good and sufficient cause and violated the labor agreement. Attiah framed her comments as part of her job and freedom of expression, and the decision signals ongoing scrutiny of how media outlets handle social media conduct.

Velotric Discount Code REF602492 Grants $60 Off US — Aug 22, 2026Velotric confirms a US storefront discount code, REF602492, that reduces orders by a fixed $60 at checkout and is automatically reflected in the order total. The code is manually entered rather than linked, and is independently verified by Sledgeback, applicable across channels for Velotric’s bikes on the domestic site.

Yiannopoulos Deported from United States to United Kingdom — 3dBritish far-right commentator Milo Yiannopoulos was deported from the United States to the United Kingdom after overstaying his visa and failing to appear for an immigration hearing, with ICE detaining him at New Orleans airport and a final removal order issued on July 22. The Department of Homeland Security confirmed the removal, framing it as part of ongoing immigration enforcement.

Nepal–Tibet Flood Crisis: Toll Rises, Rescue ExpandsWorld — 5dIn Nepal, rescue efforts were paused as warnings of a new flood threat emerged after a high-altitude lake overflowed, with authorities reporting hundreds dead or missing and ongoing monitoring of major dams amid difficult access to isolated communities. In Pakistan, after a fatal fire at the PIMS nursery ward killed 14 newborns, the Health Ministry ordered comprehensive fire-safety audits of all public hospitals and formed an inquiry committee.

Georgia duo sentenced for $9.4 million Amazon fraudBusiness — 4dTwo Georgia women, Brittany Hudson and Kayricka Wortham, used more than 1,000 fake vendor invoices in 2022 to steal about $9.4 million from Amazon, spending the proceeds on a luxury home and cars and even attempting additional fraud while on bond. Hudson received roughly 16 years and Wortham 17 years in federal prison, with orders to repay Amazon and forfeit the assets.

Indonesia Arrests 72 Over Forest Fires Kalimantan Sumatra — Aug 23, 2026Indonesian authorities have arrested 72 people suspected of starting forest and peatland fires across Borneo and Sumatra, as El Niño-driven drought fuels a hazardous haze that has reached neighboring Malaysia; investigators are examining whether plantation owners financed or ordered the blazes, with penalties up to 15 years in prison. President Prabowo Subianto has ordered a robust response, deploying troops and firefighting resources and pledging to hold any implicated companies accountable, amid investor concerns about ESG risks in the region.

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India Orders Google Remove Firebase Accounts Impersonating Banks — Aug 21, 2026India has ordered Google to remove hundreds of Firebase accounts after authorities found scammers using the platform to impersonate major banks and defraud users, with the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre directing at least 57 websites and databases to be taken down in August. The crackdown comes amid rising online fraud losses estimated around $2.4 billion in 2025 as India’s digital payments boom attracts more criminals.“

Dutch court jails Rwanda genocide suspect for lifeWorld — 5dA Dutch court convicted Eugene N., a Rwandan-born Dutch national, of war crimes and genocide for his alleged role in the 1994 Rwanda massacre, including throwing a grenade into a stadium where about 3,000 Tutsis were killed, and ordered a life sentence. Prosecutors emphasized the scale of the crimes while the defense argued he tried to prevent the genocide or that he was himself a victim, with several reports noting his long residence in the Netherlands and arrest after years of investigation.

Trump Establishes U.S. Space Academy — 4dThe White House announced a plan to establish the United States Space Academy and form a Presidential Commission to strengthen the nation’s space workforce, signaling a broad effort to train leaders for space exploration, defense, and civilian industries. Current president Donald Trump signed executive orders creating the US Space Academy, underscoring its role for the Space Force, NASA, and the commercial space sector, and awarded the Artemis II crew with the Congressional Space Medal of Honor.

Chuck Liddell accuses ex-wife of abducting daughter — Aug 19, 2026Chuck Liddell filed an emergency custody order in Los Angeles alleging Heidi abducted their 14-year-old daughter Guinevere and seeking sole physical custody to protect her schooling and activities, including volleyball. Heidi denies the accusation, saying Guinevere asked to be with her, as the dispute over moving the children to Newport Beach and compliance with custody orders drags toward a formal hearing.

Boston Scientific Cyberattack Disrupts Global Operations — Aug 26, 2026Boston 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.

Nepal-Tibet Border Floods: Hundreds Dead, Thousands Missing — Aug 26, 2026A devastating mudslide near Gyirong Port in Tibet caused major casualties and cut off roads, communications, and power on the China-Nepal border, with Nepal reporting flash floods and infrastructure damage. President Xi Jinping ordered an urgent search and rescue, relocation of at-risk people, and rigorous monitoring to prevent secondary disasters as emergency teams mobilize.

Clancy Insanity Defense Triggers Annual Civil Commitment ReviewHealth — 5dIf jurors find Lindsay Clancy not criminally responsible, she could be civilly committed in a locked mental facility with annual reviews to determine ongoing risk, potentially starting with a judge-ordered 40-day evaluation and a six-month commitment, though the exact duration remains unpredictable. A retired judge emphasized there is unlikely to be a “life sentence,” and coverage across sources also notes differing legal frameworks, such as Massachusetts versus Tennessee, shaping how the insanity defense and potential commitment are applied.

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