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Take Up and Read: Augustine in the GardenGood News — FROM 386A brilliant, restless professor heard a child's voice chanting 'take up and read' — opened the book, and became the most influential mind of the Western church.

Maximilian Kolbe Takes a Stranger's PlaceGood News — FROM 1941When a prisoner was condemned to die at Auschwitz, a Polish priest stepped forward: 'Take me instead.'

FBI Seizes $560,000 in Crypto Donations for Hamas — 21hThe FBI and the Justice Department seized more than $560,000 in cryptocurrency donations intended for Hamas and disrupted the group's online fundraising and recruitment networks by taking control of domains and communication platforms and collecting information on thousands of potential donors. The operation underscores law enforcement's ongoing use of digital takedowns to cut off illicit funding for extremist groups.

Derek Foss Interesting that they also collected data on thousands of donors - wonder what happens to those people next.

Video — YouTubeDriver blows by a stopped school bus while a police officer is behind itWVLT News · 988.7K views · Aug 31, 2026

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Corrie ten Boom Forgives Her GuardGood News — FROM 1947The watchmaker's daughter who hid Jews and survived Ravensbrück met one of her former guards — and found the strength to take his hand.

Shell to take full ownership of Tri Star Energy, adding 320 sites — 20hShell will acquire the remaining stake in Tri Star Energy, increasing its ownership to 100% from 33% and adding 320 company-owned fuel and convenience sites plus supply agreements with 552 dealer-owned locations in Tennessee and surrounding states, with completion expected by the end of 2026 pending regulatory approvals. Tri Star operates multiple convenience-store brands and supplies wholesale fuel, expanding Shell’s foothold in the southern U.S. retail network.

Tom Gallagher Shell's been quietly buying up southern gas station chains for years, this is just the next logical step.

Hafnia installs new CEO while keeping predecessor on as director — 1dHafnia confirms a leadership transition with Søren Steenberg Jensen taking over as CEO on September 1, 2026, with no changes to the company’s strategy, and an Extraordinary General Meeting set for September 23, 2026 to appoint Mikael Østun Skov as a Director. The tanker group, part of the BW Group and operating about 180 vessels across offices in Singapore, Copenhagen, Houston, and Dubai, also has a Hold rating from analysts with a NOK79 target.

Jared Kim NOK79 target with a Hold rating tells me the market isn't expecting fireworks from this transition, just steady as she goes.

Marlins beat Royals 6-3, take series opener — 1dThe Miami Marlins defeated the Kansas City Royals 6-3 behind a big day from Graham Pauley, who homered, tripled and drove in four runs after a recall from Triple-A, with Kyle Stowers also homering. Tyler Phillips worked five one-hit innings as Miami held off a late Royals rally, leaving the Marlins three games behind San Diego for the final NL wild card.

Sam Okafor Phillips quietly tossing five one-hit innings gets overshadowed by the offense but that's what set the whole game up.

GTS Securities Expands ETF Holdings Across iShares — 3dGTS Securities LLC reported notable Q2 portfolio moves across multiple holdings, boosting its IWM position by 74% to 104,815 shares, trimming SGOV by 31.2% to 85,100 shares, and taking new stakes in DVY and SHV while expanding Uber Technologies by 120.2% to 39,827 shares.

US Eyes Venezuelan Oil Pact under 100-Year Deal — 3dThe United States will take majority control of Venezuela’s oil output through a 25-year-plus public-private deal tied to 65 billion barrels of proven reserves, a plan Trump heralds as a historic boost to U.S. energy security. Venezuela promises sovereignty and sizable potential revenues, with projections of over $100 billion in private investment and more than $200 billion in state tax revenue, while critics question authorities, terms, and long-term implications.

Dutch health institute warns Trump-shaped ecstasy pills contain dangerous PMMA — 1dThe Trimbos Institute in the Netherlands issued a Red Alert warning over Trump-shaped ecstasy pills containing high levels of PMMA, a drug risk that can cause overheating, seizures, and potentially fatal outcomes, while urging people not to take them and to have drugs tested. The pills, appearing in multiple colors with Trump’s image and NL/Trump markings, were detected by the Drugs Information and Monitoring System across the country, with no deaths reported at the time of the warning.

Tom Gallagher PMMA takes way longer to hit than MDMA, so people redose thinking it's weak and that's when it turns deadly.

Video — YouTube1000 IQ Play from Manning🔥Xycotic · 10.6M views · Aug 28, 2026

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Giants' Malik Nabers progresses in practice but stays noncommittal on Week 1 — 1dGiants wide receiver Malik Nabers has advanced in his ACL rehab, shedding the non-contact jersey and taking part in team drills, but he remains noncommittal about returning for the Sept. 13 opener against the Cowboys while focusing on being healthy enough to play four quarters. Coach Harbaugh and Nabers emphasize a patient, practice-based progression with private health checkpoints, aiming for a return later in the season and potentially even better than before.

Chris Dalton Smart to not rush him back for one game if it costs him three months later.

UPS overhauls executive ranks as it shifts away from Amazon volume — 1dUPS announced leadership reshuffles as it adopts a new global operating model to standardize processes while preserving local flexibility, aiming to expand its international, healthcare and logistics footprint. Kate Gutmann, after nearly 37 years, is retiring and Wilfredo Ramos will lead International, Healthcare and Supply Chain Solutions; Nando Cesarone becomes Chief Global Operations Officer, with Matt Guffey taking on U.S. Domestic responsibilities, as the company tightens leadership around network modernization.

Sam Okafor Congrats to Kate Gutmann on 37 years, that's a whole career most people don't stick out anywhere anymore.

Trenton mass shooting leaves two dead; details fluid — 3dA mass shooting early Sunday in Trenton, New Jersey, at the Locust Street area left two people dead and several others wounded as police respond and investigators from the Mercer County Homicide Task Force take over. Authorities have not released a final casualty tally, with reports ranging from about nine to more than ten victims, and details of suspects or the motive remain unclear.

Pogačar Withdraws from Vuelta; Coquard Wins Stage 8 — 4dTadej Pogacar, the leader of the Vuelta a España, abandoned during stage 8 after a heavy crash that left him with facial and shoulder injuries, ending his bid to win the race. The accident reshaped the GC, with Enric Mas taking the lead as Pogacar becomes the first reigning Tours winner to exit a Grand Tour mid-race.

Aubameyang's third straight goal fuels Deportivo win — 2dPierre-Emerick Aubameyang scored for a third straight game to help Deportivo La Coruna beat Valencia 3-1 after taking a 2-0 lead, as the promoted side began La Liga with a strong win. The 37-year-old forward, signed from Marseille for a reported €1.5 million, adds to his career return with a marquee start for Deportivo after stints with several top clubs.

Future Rich Book Guides Early WealthBusiness — 4dThe articles collectively promote Future Rich: Lessons They Don’t Teach You in School by Nigel J. Williams and Raymond Aaron, presenting it as a practical, real-world guide to financial literacy, disciplined investing, and wealth-building based on 25 years of experience and Silicon Valley insight. They position the book as a tool to help readers take control of their finances and secure greater freedom through early, informed planning.

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.

Video — YouTubeFelix "Slow It Down" | [Stray Kids : SKZ-PLAYER]Stray Kids · 2.5M views · Sep 1, 2026

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SVB Financial Trust Loses $1.7 Billion Claim Against FDIC — 4dA federal judge ruled that SVB Financial Trust cannot recover about $1.7 billion from the FDIC tied to Silicon Valley Bank’s 2023 collapse, finding that the holding company’s executives’ aggressive investment strategy and risk-taking caused the losses. The 206-page decision by U.S. District Judge Beth Labson Freeman after a 12‑day trial held that the holding company’s officers and policies, not the FDIC’s disposition, were responsible for the failures.

Judge Plans to Skip Rehab, Return — 6dAaron Judge intends to skip a minor-league rehab and push for a timely return from his rib injury, saying he’s ready to play and “no detours needed,” a move he’s echoed before in 2023. The Yankees and Boone say the timeline remains fluid, with Judge already taking swings and running as he builds back without a set date, emphasizing that he doesn’t want to waste at-bats or time in the minors.

Manufacturers Life Expands Holdings Across Utilities, Energy, TechFinance — 6dManufacturers Life Insurance Co actively adjusted its equity holdings in several U.S. companies, taking new positions in Ero Copper, Consolidated Edison and American Electric Power while trimming its stakes in Applied Materials and sharply reducing its stake in Becton, Dickinson and Company. The moves mirror broader institutional trading activity as other investors also adjusted positions across these names.

Steadfast Agrees to $7.7B Buyout by KKR-led Consortium — Aug 21, 2026Steadfast Group has agreed to a A$7.7 billion take-private by a KKR-backed consortium led by Dragoneer and Amwins, with Amwins acquiring Steadfast’s underwriting agency and Dragoneer taking the broking unit, valuing the company at a 51.9% premium and set to close by year-end subject to regulatory approvals and an independent expert review. The deal has the board’s unanimous recommendation and relies on a scheme of arrangement, with potential divestitures and dividends as part of the restructure.

Retro Hits From 1960s–1980s Endure as Global Cultural Mainstays — 4dAcross five decades, the featured tracks—from the Angels' 'My Boyfriend's Back' and Cheap Trick's 'Surrender' to The Outlaws' 'Green Grass and High Tides,' Berlin's 'Take My Breath Away' and Moon Martin's 'Bad Case of Loving You'—show how songs evolve into enduring cultural touchstones through catchy craft, storytelling, and cover reinterpretation. Each piece highlights an origin story, from early girl-group pop dynamics and teen perspectives to movie-era anthems and influential covers that reshaped careers.

Sei Young Kim Opens FM Championship Lead — 5dSei Young Kim shot an 8-under 64 at TPC Boston to take the first-round lead at the FM Championship, closing strong with an eagle and multiple birdies after a slower start as soft greens aided scoring. Yamashita Miyu and Emily Pedersen were one stroke back in 7-under, with Kim relying on 24 putts as the field assembled on a course that saw the LPGA’s largest non-major purse of $4.4 million.

Seahawks Sale Approved at $9.612B to Khosla Family — Aug 25, 2026NFL owners approved the sale of the Seattle Seahawks to Vinod Khosla and his family for a record roughly $9.6 billion, the largest NFL sale and among the biggest in North American sports, following the death of Paul Allen. Khosla, who previously became a minority owner of the 49ers, is linked to OpenAI investments and is now taking over the Seahawks via the Allen estate.

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