Apps

openserveblockversewordysbillionaire.aiyourlistWhiteboardAppquizieunschool

News

Home
Politics
World
Sports
Markets
Business
Entertainment
Music
Health
Tech
Science
Good News

Want your own hosted, self-optimizing clone of this — or any OpenServe site? Open Development for enterprise →

© OpenServe Holdings LLC

Privacy Notice Data rights Terms of Service Feedback Cookie NoticeHelp Acceptable Use Copyright AI Notice Your Privacy Choices Subprocessors Data Processing Addendum Installed App Terms Company Solutions Free assessment Investors Get the app Contact

IJR News — today's news from every side

FTC Sues Amazon Over Ad Pricing; States Join — 17hThe FTC is preparing to file a lawsuit against Amazon over allegedly manipulating advertising prices through bid tactics such as a “soft reserve,” with more than 20 states set to join. The case, expected to be filed in Seattle federal court and potentially involving billions in penalties, follows long-running probes into Amazon’s ad pricing practices.

Marcus Bell Soft reserve" sounds like corporate speak for quietly padding auction prices without advertisers ever knowing the game was rigged.

Germany Ifo Business Climate Rises to 88.8 — Aug 25, 2026Germany's IFO Business Climate Index rose to 88.8 in August, beating expectations and marking a fourth consecutive monthly gain. Both the current conditions and the expectations components improved, reinforcing views of a gradual stabilization in Germany's economy.

July PCE data expected to influence Fed policy — Aug 24, 2026Forecasters expect July’s PCE to rise modestly with core PCE around 3.3% year over year, keeping inflation above the Fed’s 2% target and maintaining expectations for potential further rate moves in September, while AI-driven software and IT costs echo in core inflation. Markets will also key on a July PCE read alongside an upcoming Q2 GDP estimate and ongoing FOMC debates on the appropriate stance of policy.

Video — YouTubeThe Funniest News Clips #funny #funnyvideoFunnyfriend168 · 5.5M views · Aug 24, 2026

Munich Re Plans To Acquire At-Bay For $575M — Aug 19, 2026Munich Re is acquiring Israeli insurtech At-Bay for an enterprise value of $575 million, integrating it with HSB to offer continuous cyber risk monitoring and proactive risk mitigation as part of a broader shift toward integrated cyber risk platforms. The deal, expected to close in the first quarter of 2027, cements At-Bay as a top-10 US cyber insurer with substantial funding and a broad investor base, including Microsoft’s M12 and Lightspeed, among others.

IJRTrump Insists He Will Never Nuke Iran Despite His Own Pentagon Reportedly Saying They Were Considering ItFrancis Kapper · 11 min · 11h

Man City signs Palmeiras winger Allan Elias — 23hManchester City have completed the signing of 22-year-old Brazilian winger Allan Elias from Palmeiras for up to £34m on a five-year contract, making him City’s sixth summer arrival and replacing Savio who moved to Tottenham. City officials described the transfer as a surreal milestone and expect Allan to help strengthen the squad as they pursue more trophies this season.

Maya Lindstrom £34m for a winger who's barely played in Europe yet - City must see something special in him to back it so heavily.

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

Markets Fall Amid West Asia Tensions, Oil Rally — 1dGlobal 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.

United expects gradual fare hikes in 2027 — 6dUnited Airlines CEO Scott Kirby says fares will rise gradually in the first half of 2027 but by less than this year, while demand remains strong and the airline expects to fully offset higher fuel costs in the fourth quarter of 2026. He also indicated that fuel prices could gradually decline into 2027, keeping travel demand resilient despite elevated costs.

Lilly to acquire Merida Biosciences for $2.9B — 1dEli Lilly is acquiring Merida Biosciences for about $2.88 billion in cash, expanding its immunology and allergic-disease pipeline beyond its obesity drugs, with the deal expected to close in Q4 2026 and marking Lilly’s ongoing aggressive M&A strategy. Merida’s lead program MER511 targets Graves’ disease and thyroid eye disease, while MER769 is in preclinical development for food allergy, asthma and chronic spontaneous urticaria, underscoring a broadened portfolio as Lilly references roughly $29 billion in upfront and milestone payments this year across acquisitions.

Sara Lindqvist Same. The framing gap between outlets is the real story.

CXMT Begins HBM3E Risk Production — 22hChina’s CXMT has started risk production of HBM3E memory, signaling a milestone toward reducing Western tech dependency and narrowing the AI memory gap, though it remains two generations behind the top suppliers with HBM3E expected in mass production by 2027. The company is ramping capacity from about 200,000 wafers per month toward 350,000 by year-end and potentially 600,000 later, while current yields for HBM3 stacks run around 25%, with specs centering on a 1,024-bit interface, 9.2–12.4 Gbps per pin, and up to 1.2 TB/s bandwidth in 24–36 GB configurations.

Maya Lindstrom Two generations behind sounds like a lot until you remember where they started a few years ago. The gap is closing faster than people expected.

On X · @AstonVillaAston Villa announce signing of defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis from SouthamptonAston Villa’s announcement of signing Taylor Harwood-Bellis from Southampton has drawn mostly positive reactions from Villa fans celebrating the move, with no significant opposition or split visible. Southampton supporters appear resigned rather than vocal in opposition.2,252 likes · 19m

NASA's Roman Space Telescope launches aboard Falcon Heavy — 2dThe Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has launched aboard SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy, progressing through key milestones such as stage separation, a second-stage burn, and approaching orbit, while SpaceX’s boosters execute controlled returns as part of the mission’s reusable-launch strategy. The mission aims to answer major questions in cosmology, including dark energy, dark matter, and exoplanets, with science observations expected to begin in the coming years, complemented by market and tech context around SpaceX and the telescope’s $4.3 billion price tag and hardware capabilities.

Sara Lindqvist Worth reading past the headline on this one — the details change the picture.

Video — YouTube1000 IQ Play from Manning🔥Xycotic · 9.1M views · Aug 28, 2026

Three TT softball players injured in jet ski crashSports — 3dTexas Tech softball players were injured in a jet ski accident at Lake Ransom Canyon during a team event, with all injuries non-life-threatening and expected to recover. Officials from Texas Tech and local authorities confirmed the incident and ongoing investigations by Ransom Canyon Police Department, Ransom Canyon Fire Department, and Texas Parks and Wildlife.

VS BattlePhysical Books vs E-ReadersPaper's soul versus the paperless suitcase.Physical Books vs E-Readers · 145 votes — pick a side

Markets expect jobs data; Fed policy in focusFinance — 3dInvestors are eyeing crucial U.S. jobs data this week, including July openings and August employment, as the Federal Reserve weighs future rate moves amid inflation risks. A hawkish tone from Fed leadership, notably at Jackson Hole, underscores a focus on labor-market resilience and the prospect of multiple rate increases this year, even as markets digest oil-price pressures and global tensions.

Warsh Signals Possible Hikes, Inflation Focus — 4dNew Fed Chair Kevin Warsh has moved to a more reserved communications style, offering far less forward guidance on inflation and policy than his predecessors, which has left markets unsettled about whether and when he might raise rates. As he prepares to speak at Jackson Hole, economists expect him to clarify his policy framework and inflation strategy, though skeptics warn he may still avoid concrete rate-signaling amid persistent price pressures.

Elena Vasquez Good catch. Hadn't noticed that angle.

Trump plans talks with refiners on gas prices — 4dPresident Trump is convening a meeting with U.S. refiners and fuel retailers to press for lower gasoline prices amid the Iran war, marking the administration's most direct effort to cushion consumers ahead of the midterm elections. Attendees are expected to include major refiners and retailers, signaling intensified government pressure on the industry to curb costs as prices remain elevated.

Alex's Field NotesField Notes: Day OneA quick first dispatch from the demo desk — testing the publish and share loop.9h

Britax recalls 114,000+ car seats over handle defectAuto — 4dMore than 114,000 Britax child car seats are being recalled because a screw in the carrying handle can loosen and cause the handle to partially detach, raising the risk of a child falling and injury. A remedy is being developed with owner notification letters expected by October 19, 2026; caregivers should check model coverage, avoid using the handle if possible, and contact Britax or use the NHTSA recall lookup for details.

QuizPlan the date and the AI predicts how it endsBuild the whole evening — opener to goodnight text — and the AI forecasts the second date. With confidence.3 min · today's quiz

Barret Zoph Named VP of Research at DeepMind — 5dBarret Zoph, co-founder of Thinking Machines Lab, is joining Google DeepMind as Vice President of Research, following roles at OpenAI and Google Brain amid a broader AI leadership reshuffle at DeepMind. His expertise in reinforcement learning is expected to bolster Google's Gemini project, as DeepMind undergoes internal realignments and leadership changes.

Bank of Canada Holds Rate Amid Trade TensionsFinance — 3dThe Bank of Canada is widely expected to hold its policy rate at 2.25% amid a renewed U.S.-Canada trade war, with markets pricing a prolonged hold and some economists predicting a potential hike only in 2026 or 2027 depending on inflation and trade developments. Across sources, traders note stable Canadian yields amid global rate volatility, while economists debate the timing of any future rate moves as the economy navigates pressure from trade tensions and inflation dynamics.

Video — YouTubeJarahn x SHLD - Yu Les (Audio) feat. Nene Morus & Rich Antony Jarahn · 38.3K views · Aug 27, 2026

Steelers reportedly keep four quarterbacks on roster — 4dThe Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to keep four quarterbacks—Aaron Rodgers, Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, and Drew Allar—for the 2026 season, with coach Mike McCarthy endorsing the depth and two young QBs’ futures. While Howard’s head-injury evaluation could threaten the plan, preseason performances and multiple insiders indicate four QBs on the 53-man roster is the likely outcome.

Sarah Kim Fair point, though I read the sourcing differently.

Trump, Biden Clinch Nominations for President, Setting Up Re-Match for 2024Reporting — Mar 13, 2024The highly expected re-match between former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden is all but sure to happen now. On Tuesday night, Trump and Biden won the nominations of the Republican and Democrat parties…

IJRTurns Out Tariff Refunds Giving Temporary Jolt To Economic GrowthJack McGeever · 3 min · 14h

Hong Kong home prices fall in July 2026Finance — 5dHong Kong’s private home prices slipped 0.46% in July, ending a 13‑month rally, while the rental market continued to surge to new highs, underscoring a divided market. Analysts expect a short‑term consolidation with muted new-home sales amid stronger demand from mainland professionals and broader market headwinds.

German Consumer Confidence Rises to -26.6 as Spending Remains ReluctantFinance — 5dGerman consumer confidence improved notably in September, with GfK readings around -26.6, supported by a rebound in income and economic expectations, though willingness to spend remains subdued and savings appetite stays elevated. Analysts warn the recovery is fragile and consumption may lag until higher confidence translates into stronger purchases amid persistent inflation and macro headwinds.

UCLA Expected 6-6 In Big Ten Debut — Aug 22, 2026UCLA’s football under first-year coach Bob Chesney is expected to struggle in the brutal Big Ten, with a realistic ceiling around mid-pack and a likely 6-6 regular season with a bowl win, rather than contending for the conference title. Meanwhile, the 2026 UCLA basketball roster overhaul could yield strong performances in a competitive Big Ten, with a potential top-four finish if the new players gel quickly, though much depends on how quickly the lineup comes together.

Explosion in St. Petersburg reportedly kills Russian lieutenant colonel, wife injuredWorld — 5dA car explosion in the Slavyanka district of St. Petersburg killed a Russian military officer, identified in some reports as a lieutenant colonel, with his wife seriously injured or in intensive care; preliminary information points to an improvised explosive device, though exact circumstances and identities vary by report. Multiple outlets are corroborating the incident and ongoing investigations are expected to clarify those details.

Sarah Kim Same. The framing gap between outlets is the real story.

Two Barrier Lakes Grow as Toll RisesWorld — 5dA large barrier lake formed at the confluence of the Chhochen Khola and Purepu Tsangpo near the Nepal border is overflowing, with about 2 million cubic meters of water and up to 3 million more expected in the next three days, creating a high breach risk and prompting flood simulations and emergency rescue planning by Chinese authorities. The situation follows a devastating dam-break flood and mudslide in Nepal and Tibet, with hundreds killed or missing, ongoing evacuations, and international relief efforts surrounding the disaster zone.

Sarah Kim Fair point, though I read the sourcing differently.

On X · @yoongiptdassBTS Jungkook Meds Bag Vitamins Live StreamFan reactions to Jungkook showing his large bag of vitamins are overwhelmingly positive and amused, with 90-95% support and minimal mild concerns.2,350 likes · 20m

Video — YouTubeVERDICT WATCH: MA v. Lindsay Clancy - Day 24 | Accused Killer Mom TrialCOURT TV · 1.4M views · Aug 31, 2026