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in Congressional DemocratsWhat's driving the divide within the Democratic Party over the shutdown vote, and do you think the political fallout will actually land on them as these headlines suggest? — Derek FossDerek Foss · Aug 18, 2026

in Dolly PartonHow much detail should coverage of a celebrity's family death include when the deceased wasn't a public figure themselves—and where's the line between reporting and intrusion? — Nicole HardyNicole Hardy · Jul 28, 2026

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.

Nike, On, and Lululemon shares down 40% as analysts debate the bottom — 1dStockStory highlights that major consumer names like Nike face earnings pressure while cash-rich bets such as Boston Beer and OCUL carry hidden risks, and that in services and retail, players like Vestis, People, CarMax and Williams-Sonoma show mixed prospects with potential value traps and growth headwinds. The overarching theme is that cash position and market positioning aren’t guarantees of outperformance, as declining demand and tighter margins weigh on several high-profile names.

Stacker ranks best high schools in five states using seven factors — 1dStacker profiles the top high schools in Iowa, Illinois, Colorado, California, and Arkansas using Niche rankings that weigh seven factors, with academics as the primary component alongside culture, sports, clubs, resources, and stakeholder surveys. In Arkansas, the top-ranked school is the Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts.

Elena Vasquez Would be nice to see how these rankings hold up year to year instead of just one snapshot, curious if the same schools stay on top.

Video — YouTubeThe Funniest News Clips #funny #funnyvideoFunnyfriend168 · 5.8M views · Aug 24, 2026

Frozen yogurt-covered grapes emerge as easy make-ahead party snack — 1dA set of articles promote Frozen-Yogurt California Grape and Coconut Bites — a simple, make-ahead, kid- and guest-friendly snack made by dipping grapes in Greek yogurt and rolling them in coconut, then freezing for easy serving at gatherings. They emphasize the healthful aspects of grapes, the ease for hosts, and direct readers to GrapesFromCalifornia.com for more recipe ideas.

IJRHouse Censures Embattled GOP Rep Chuck Edwards Over Sexual Misconduct AllegationsNicole Silverio · 3 min · 2h

Retro Hits From 1960s–1980s Endure as Global Cultural Mainstays — 3dAcross 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.

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

NBC Crew Attacked West Bank, Iran Urges Unity — 2dIran’s new supreme leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei urged Muslim nations to unite against the United States and Israel, calling them the real enemies. Separately, NBC reported its West Bank crew was attacked by settlers and a British activist was seized and handed to police, amid Gaza violence that left at least two Palestinians dead.

NYT Strands Hints, Spangram For Sunday August 30Lifestyle — 3dNYT Strands continues to intrigue daily players with a flexible word-search format where every letter belongs to a solution, connections can bend across directions, and a spangram links the theme; recent puzzles have centered on moods like disinterest and kitchen sounds, with hints available to prevent getting stuck. Additionally, Phoodle adds to the puzzle lineup as a separate daily five-letter food-themed word game with its own hints and solutions.

Netanyahu weaponises religion in Gaza war — Aug 25, 2026Israel's war discourse is shaped by Netanyahu’s rhetoric that weaponizes religion and signals a proactive security doctrine of 'kill them first,' a shift highlighted at a Waldorf conference and linked to wider debates on how Israel confronts Gaza. Meanwhile, a soldier’s testimony reveals the IDF’s information warfare tactics to retrospective-incriminate victims’ associations with Hamas, as discussions of Jewish soft power in America probe how hard power is balanced with moral influence amid rising antisemitism.

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

General Mills Removes Synthetic Dyes From US CerealsBusiness — 5dGeneral Mills has completed a companywide transition to removing synthetic dyes from all U.S. cereals, replacing them with colorants from fruits, vegetables, and spices while aiming to preserve color and appeal. The move, part of a broader industry shift driven by regulatory pressure and advocacy from figures like Health Secretary Kennedy Jr., follows past pushback from consumers and aligns with efforts across the sector to phase out petroleum-based dyes.

On X · @archiveforJKFan Account Shares Video of BTS’ Jungkook at Birthday SoundcheckA popular Jungkook fan archive account posted a video of the BTS member at soundcheck on or around his birthday. Reactions are almost entirely enthusiastic fan support with no meaningful opposition or controversy.699 likes · 11m

Red Sox-Yankees Series Reframes Postseason Outlook — Aug 24, 2026The Yankees host the Astros in a series opener with Will Warren slated to start as Aaron Judge progresses from a rib injury, while Houston counters with rookie Ethan Pecko and a lineup trying to rebound; projections for the game lean toward a Yankees win. With the Rays still leading the AL East, New York’s returnees like Bellinger and Judge give them a fighting chance to close the gap, though the schedule remains challenging and odds suggest it will be close.

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

Video — YouTube1000 IQ Play from Manning🔥Xycotic · 9.7M views · Aug 28, 2026

Saint Fanourios Feast Draws Greeks, Rhodes PilgrimsLifestyle — 5dThousands of pilgrims near Athens flock to the Church of St. Fanourios to bake and bless orange-flavored Fanouropites, seeking help in finding lost items or gaining emotional solace, with personal petitions kept private. The tradition centers on Saint Fanourios, known as The Revealer, as worshippers share the cakes after prayers and priests bless them during the feast that culminates in a private, inward moment for many believers.

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

IV Fluids Recalled Nationwide Over Particulate ContaminationHealth — 5dBaxter International has issued recalls for multiple intravenous solutions after inspectors found fiberglass and steel particulate contamination in Viaflex bags, affecting several lots (including Y495523, Y495523A, and Y4950663) distributed to hospitals and home-care patients nationwide. The FDA warns that particulate matter could cause life-threatening complications such as pulmonary embolism, organ damage, vein irritation, and severe reactions, and facilities should stop using the recalled products and return them.

Butterfly Appears During Dolly Parton Opry Tribute — 6dFollowing Dolly Parton’s passing, a butterfly appeared on stage during Mae Estes’ Grand Ole Opry tribute to her, a moment echoed across tributes that underscored her long association with the insect as her personal symbol. The outpouring, from stage moments to fan posts and butterfly-themed branding and jewelry, highlights how the butterfly motif permeated Parton’s music, branding, and memorials.

Wrexham concede two early goals in Birmingham defeat — 4dWrexham manager Phil Parkinson lambasted the team's defending after a 2-1 defeat to Birmingham, calling the two goals “soft” and unacceptable and saying they must defend the box better as set-pieces continue to hurt them this season. He insisted the issues persisted despite moments of improvement and questioned the players' conviction and focus in front of goal.

Daily Caller News FoundationHouse Censures Embattled GOP Rep Chuck Edwards Over Sexual Misconduct AllegationsThe House voted to censure Republican North Carolina Rep. Chuck Edwards Tuesday after an investigation concluded he engaged in inappropriate behavior.2h · 1 reads

Peach County teens charged as adults granted bondHealth — 6dThree Peach County teens, all 15, were indicted on multiple counts including aggravated sexual battery and cruelty to children in connection with a sexual assault; two of them, Landon Gillis and John David Lane, were granted $75,000 bond with strict conditions while a third defendant remains in custody or has no bond yet. The case also involves an adult, Sharon Gillis, charged with providing alcohol to minors and contributing to delinquency, and she is connected to the alleged incident; overall, the teens face severe charges and conditions such as house arrest, ankle monitors, no contact with the victim or witnesses, and limits on contact with others and access to alcohol.

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

Mimrylo earns FDA approval for Polycythemia VeraHealth — 4dFDA approved Takeda’s Mimrylo (rusfertide), a first-in-class hepcidin mimetic for erythrocytosis in adults with polycythemia vera, to keep hematocrit below 45% and reduce phlebotomy burden. In the phase 3 VERIFY trial, 76.9% of patients achieved a clinical response, signaling a potential shift in PV treatment and paving the way for broader access worldwide.

Fever 111-91 Sun rout; Clark, Mitchell lead — 5dThe Indiana Fever defeated the Connecticut Sun 111-91 behind 34-point efforts from Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell, boosting them to fourth in the standings as they head into the FIBA World Cup break. Clark was listed probable with a back injury, Dantas was ruled out for the rest of the season due to knee surgery, and Boston was sidelined by an injury, with the team aiming for a strong finish and continued MVP chatter for Clark and Mitchell.

Video — YouTubeFelix "Slow It Down" | [Stray Kids : SKZ-PLAYER]Stray Kids · 1.8M views · Sep 1, 2026

Former Utah players accuse Whittingham of mishandling injuries — 4dSix former Utah Utes players from 2020–2024 allege the program mishandled injuries, pressuring them to return before healing and, in some cases, misdiagnosing injuries; the university denies the claims and faces a related Freddie Whittingham lawsuit over recruiting. The reports highlight ongoing concerns about player safety in college football amid legal actions and institutional responses.

X Identifies Chinese Bot Farm Targeting Data CentersTech — 4dX 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.

IJRTrump Meets Oil Refiners As Gas Still Over $4 Amid Iran WarSimon August · 3 min · 3h

Mount Yonah climber rescued after 42-minute drone-led missionSports — 5dIn Georgia, a climber on Mount Yonah was rescued after calling 911; a drone located him about 260 feet up and firefighter Will Roper rappelled to secure him, with the 42-minute operation widely reported. In Colorado, Ouray Rescue teams freed a via ferrata climber who was stranded about 50 feet above the canyon floor after a fall, using a mechanical advantage system to lower them safely.

Pascal's Night of FireGood News — FROM 1654One of history's great mathematicians had a two-hour encounter with God so overwhelming he sewed the record of it into his coat — found only after he died.

Athletics top Twins 7-4 Butler homers Williams 2-run triple spark win — 6dLawrence Butler continued his late-season surge for the A's, homering in the latest win and reaching base in 15 of 16 games as he climbs out of a season-long slump, boosting his overall numbers for the year. The A's capped a series win over the Twins at 7-4, with Butler's steady production helping them spoil playoff hopefuls and spark a brighter stretch for a club that had endured a brutal skid.

Europe Troop Options Planned by Pentagon — 5dThe Pentagon is conducting a six-month review of U.S. troop deployments in Europe and will present at least four detailed options to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth by November 6, ahead of the official completion deadline. European NATO allies fear the process could presage substantial force reductions and a shift of defense responsibilities onto them, while the Trump administration has pressed for reduced U.S. security guarantees in Europe.

Father Damien Chooses the Leper ColonyGood News — FROM 1873When Hawaii exiled its leprosy patients to Molokai, one priest volunteered to live among them — knowing the assignment had no way back.

On X · @BEFIRSTofficialBE:FIRST Drops First Teaser for Global EP ‘WATCH ME’ Featuring BIAOfficial teaser post for BE:FIRST's upcoming global EP WATCH ME and lead track with BIA drives strong positive fan buzz within the BESTY community, with no visible opposition or split in reactions.788 likes · 12m

Video — YouTubeVERDICT WATCH: Lindsay Clancy Murder Trial — MA v. Lindsay Clancy — Day 25Law&Crime Trials · 1.4M views · Sep 1, 2026