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Tropical Storm Edouard drenches East Texas, prompting rescues and power outages — 20hTropical Storm Edouard dumped up to nearly two feet of rain across parts of Texas, triggering widespread flooding, rescues of stranded motorists, and damage to homes and infrastructure as the system lingered and weakened into a tropical depression. Authorities warned of ongoing flood threats, power outages, and closures across Hardin, Jefferson, and surrounding counties, with rainfall totals reaching 18–20 inches in spots.

Marcus Bell inches of rain in that short a time is just staggering. Praying for everyone in Hardin and Jefferson counties right now.

Indonesia probes suspected poisoning after 512 students hospitalized from free meals — 21hMore than 500 students in East Java were hospitalized with suspected food poisoning tied to the free meals program, with authorities suspending the Talang Angin kitchen for 30 days as investigations continue. The incident underscores longstanding concerns about the program launched to eradicate under-nutrition, which has seen leadership changes, corruption allegations, and mass-poisoning cases that have led to kitchen shutdowns and calls for reform.

Nicole Hardy This isn't the first mass poisoning tied to this program and that pattern is the real story. Someone needs to be held accountable beyond one kitchen.

USS Abraham Lincoln docks in Thailand after record 286-day deployment — 1dThe 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.

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Eagles clinch second straight NFC East title amid coaching overhaul — 3dThe Philadelphia Eagles, cemented by back-to-back NFC East titles and a high Super Bowl standard, continue to navigate internal changes with Jalen Hurts and a new offensive coordinator while rivals like the Giants, Cowboys, and Washington pursue upgrades. In the NFC West, the Rams enter as favorites with high-profile acquisitions, but the Seahawks remain a value pick as a defending champion perceived to fly under the radar, highlighting a tight race influenced by early-season scheduling and ongoing roster moves.

Lake Tahoe otter attack leaves swimmer with dozens of stitches, animal still at large — 2dA Reno swim instructor, Lynnette Bellin, was attacked by a river otter during a Lake Tahoe open-water swim near Hidden Beach and the East Shore, suffering 38 stitches and requiring rabies treatment. Officials noted a growing otter population in the region and urged beachgoers to exercise caution as authorities continued to respond to the incident.

Nicole Hardy Rabies treatment on top of the stitches, poor woman. Otters can be aggressive when territorial, people forget that.

Braves eye NL East clinch as Phillies stay hot in September stretch — 3dThe Atlanta Braves enter September riding a seven-game winning streak and a five-game NL East lead, facing a brutal final-month schedule that includes seven division games with the Phillies and a race toward a possible first-round bye with a projected around 97-win finish. Across MLB, wild-card races tighten in both leagues as teams like the Cubs, Phillies, Guardians and others vie for the final spots while analysts project a dramatic stretch run to decide the postseason field.

Dana Whitfield A bye would be huge for this pitching staff to rest up before October. 97 wins feels almost too conservative at this pace.

Tennessee Vols to wear Dolly Parton butterfly sticker all season — 2dThe Tennessee Volunteers will wear an orange butterfly helmet sticker with Dolly Parton’s signature for every game this season to honor her East Tennessee roots, charitable work, and lasting impact on the program. Coach Josh Heupel and other UT figures have celebrated Parton’s legacy, including her Imagination Library, following her death in 2026.

Sam Okafor Classy move by Heupel and the program, she was practically a symbol of Tennessee pride for decades.

Indonesia targets 14-fold aluminum growth by 2030 with coal and Chinese funding — 2dIndonesia 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.

Marcus Bell Trading one environmental crisis for an economic win rarely ends well long-term, especially when coal's doing the heavy lifting.

Supreme Court Allows East Wing Ballroom — 6dNorth Farmington beat Birmingham Groves 14-13 in Week 1 at Wayne State, overcoming a strong Groves run game and late-game swings. A decisive 65-yard final run by Eli Cobb and a missed 33-second game-winning field goal sealed the Raiders’ victory.

Scheffler Wins Tour Championship, Sets Earnings Mark — 4dScottie Scheffler rallied from a three-shot deficit to win the PGA Tour Championship at East Lake, capturing the $10 million prize and his FedEx Cup title for the year. The victory pushed his career earnings to about $130.39 million, surpassing Tiger Woods as the PGA Tour’s all-time money leader.

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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.

Supreme Court's 5-4 ruling lets White House ballroom project proceed for now — 2dThe Supreme Court cleared the way for Donald Trump to continue construction of the White House East Wing ballroom by ruling that the National Trust for Historic Preservation generally lacks standing to block the project, in a split decision that featured several varying opinions. The rulings, including a 5-4 and a 6-3 posture in related matters, leave significant legal questions unresolved while allowing the immediate work to resume under ongoing challenges in lower courts.

Reader The new facilities will be on White House property with better security. Two presidential assassination attempts were made at the Washington Hilton over the years; this will stop. Also, rental tents and portable toilets won't be needed for large presidential receptions any more. The military bunker will be built to current standards, not outdated ones.

Khamenei urges Gulf rulers to identify real enemy — 4dIran'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.