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Germany to host 2026 Women’s Basketball World CupSports — 3dBerlin will host the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup from Sept. 4–13, with the United States pursuing a fifth straight title behind a star-studded roster including Breanna Stewart and Napheesa Collier and budding talents like Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers, as Japan, Germany and others prepare for a competitive tournament. Germany, the host, faces injury blows such as Satou Sabally’s concussion and several warmup losses but depends on home-court support and players like Nyara Sabally, Leonie Fiebich, and Alexis Peterson to push through Group A against Spain, Japan and Mali.

Messi retires from Argentina after 2026 World Cup final — 2dLionel Messi announced his retirement from the Argentina national team, ending a 21-year international career that included a 2022 World Cup title and a 2026 runner-up finish. He said he had nothing more to give, thanked teammates and supporters in emotional Instagram posts, and will continue playing club football with Inter Miami.

Nepal Glacial Floods Kill Up to 955, Cross-BorderWorld — Aug 26, 2026The monsoon-driven disasters in Nagaland and Assam, along with a major Nepal crisis, underscore how climate change and rapid development are fueling unprecedented floods and landslides that devastate livelihoods, overwhelm infrastructure, and outpace warning systems. Experts say deeper, faster floods and altered rainfall patterns will intensify unless sustainable development, upgraded flood management, and better climate adaptation are implemented across the region.

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Conquest Man Face Reconstructed; Burial Shows Cosmopolitan Ties — 3dScientists have unveiled a facial reconstruction of Conquest Man, a 50–60-year-old, just over 5 feet tall, stocky man buried with Scandinavian grave goods in a Norman church believed to be tied to William the Conqueror’s knights. Using DNA, isotopes and forensic analysis, researchers say his continental European ancestry and life during the Norman Conquest shed new light on 11th‑century England and potential ties to the Battle of Hastings.

Wendell Berry, Kentucky farmer and voice for sustainable agriculture, dies at 92 — 1dWendell Berry, the Kentucky writer, farmer and environmental advocate, died at 92 at his Port Royal home, leaving a legacy as a champion of small farms, sustainable agriculture and rural communities, celebrated for works from The Unsettling of America to the Port William novels. Tributes highlighted his prophetic ecological and social critique and his enduring influence on readers and fellow Kentuckians alike.

William Jewell RB MicahJo Barnett dies after medical emergencySports — 3dWilliam Jewell College and the Liberty, Missouri community mourn the death of MicahJo Barnett, a junior running back and business administration student, following a medical emergency during the football game against Fort Lewis College. A campus vigil is planned for 8 p.m. on the Jewell quad as the community supports his family.

Reader Had he been vaxxed?

Rams Bring Back Donald, Add Myles Garrett — 5dThe Los Angeles Rams are continuing to evaluate Aaron Donald’s potential return, giving him time to decide whether to un-retire while preparing for the possibility with ongoing workouts and roster planning. Team figures such as Andrew Whitworth and Sean McVay express strong belief Donald will return if the Rams remain contenders, even as no official decision has been announced.

Porsche's rare 911 S/T and Sonderwunsch models fetch record prices — 1dThe Porsche market is driving record-high valuations across generations, from a heavily upgraded 996 Turbo to ultra-rare modern specials like the 911 S/T and bespoke Sonderwunsch Carrera GT rebuild, fueling intense bidding and attention. Collectors are increasingly willing to pay premium for low-mileage, high-spec examples with unique colors and factory commissions, as well as high-performance, limited-edition or customized builds that push prices upward.

Pastor's new book asks what 'God-breathed' really means for the Bible — 11hRev. Dennis Chip McCullough chronicles the perilous history of translating the Bible, from William Tyndale's execution to centuries of controversy over scriptural authority, arguing for the original, God-breathed nature of Scripture. The piece distinguishes between the English Bible's familiar terms and their original Hebrew and Greek meanings, highlighting how translation politics shaped what readers find in modern Bibles.

Sam Okafor The Hebrew and Greek nuance stuff is fascinating but I worry books like this can just become another way to argue whose interpretation is the correct one.

BTC ETFs, Macro News Drive Crypto MomentumFinance — 5dCrypto-focused ETFs and assets saw notable shifts in August: Grayscale Bitcoin Premium Income ETF's short interest collapsed and Jane Street built a stake, while YieldMax’s YBIT also saw a steep short-interest decline; Ethereum meanwhile saw large outflows from exchanges as holders move to self-custody and staking, contrasting with Bitcoin's steadier exchange balances. Kevin O'Leary argues institutional capital will flock to Bitcoin and Ethereum once regulation enables it, and Grayscale Ethereum Classic Trust is updating its NAV index from the CoinDesk Ethereum Classic Price Index to the Benchmark Extended Rate.

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Ducks to retire captain Ryan Getzlaf's No. 15 on Jan. 30 — 11hThe Anaheim Ducks will retire No. 15 in honor of franchise icon Ryan Getzlaf in a Jan. 30 ceremony, recognizing his 17-year career with Anaheim that includes the 2007 Stanley Cup and franchise-leading points and assists. The tribute solidifies Getzlaf’s legacy as a long-time captain and cornerstone of the Ducks’ modern era.

Jared Kim Beyond well deserved. Getzlaf was the heart of that franchise for nearly two decades.

Tennessee Vols to wear Dolly Parton butterfly sticker all season — 1dThe 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.

Shell to take full ownership of Tri Star Energy, adding 320 sites — 12hShell 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.

Daisy Chain Fields Raises $20M With Gates Match — 4dOlivia Rodrigo announced that Daisy Chain Fields raised and will donate $10 million to 10 nonprofit partners supporting women and girls, with 100% of the festival's net proceeds going to charity. The inaugural Irvine, California event featured an all-women lineup, with notable guests such as Stevie Nicks, Sarah McLachlan and Karen O and all artists performing for free.

Nestlé sells $1 billion vitamin brands to Yellow Wood in portfolio shift — 12hNestlé will sell its mainstream vitamins and supplements business, including Nature’s Bounty and other brands, to Yellow Wood Partners for $1 billion as CEO Philipp Navratil focuses the company on higher-growth pillars. The deal, expected to close in the first half of 2027, will help reduce leverage and free resources for Nestlé’s core growth areas, with the VMS unit being restructured under dedicated ownership as part of a broader portfolio transformation.

Nicole Hardy Funny how these deals always "reduce leverage" - corporate speak for shuffling debt around.

Michael Strahan's ABC special explores how America healed after 9/11 — 1dA two-hour ABC News documentary led by Michael Strahan, 9/11: United We Stand – 25 Years Later, gathers athletes, entertainers and journalists to show how sports, music, Broadway and comedy helped Americans heal after 9/11, featuring guests like Jon Stewart, Pete Davidson and Derek Jeter. The special, produced with SMAC Productions and partners, will air Sept. 1 on ABC and stream the next day on Disney+ and Hulu, with Strahan recalling how returning to the field offered a sense of unity and resilience for a grieving nation.

Funeral for Harald V Set for Sept 9 — 2dNorway will hold a state funeral for King Harald V on Wednesday, September 9 at Oslo Cathedral at 1:00 pm, with a wide array of international royals, leaders, and public condolences building up to the service. Harald’s son Haakon VIII has ascended the throne and will pledge allegiance in parliament as Norwegians mourn, with national memorials and public vigils continuing in the days surrounding the funeral.

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Boeing, SPEEA resume talks Sept 8 with strike authorization in place — 1dBoeing and its SPEEA union will restart contract negotiations on September 8 after members overwhelmingly rejected the four-year proposal, with the union prioritizing higher immediate wage increases and other benefits and authorizing a possible strike when current contracts expire on October 6. A work stoppage could disrupt Boeing’s certification and production timelines for key aircraft, including the 737 Max 10 and 777-9, intensifying pressure on both sides to reach a deal.

Chris Dalton October 6 is going to come up quick. Hope both sides actually negotiate in good faith this time instead of posturing.

Devers hits 30th homer, joining rare Giants power milestone — 1dRafael Devers hit his 30th home run of the season as the Giants defeated the Braves, underscoring a powerful stretch that has him among a rare Giants-era group with back-to-back 30-homer seasons. Despite the hot bat, San Francisco remains unlikely to contend postseason-wise, raising questions about whether 2026 will be a wasted year or a rebuild around his offense.

Marcus Bell Honestly at this point they should just let him swing away and worry about contending in 2027, no point rushing a rebuild.

EU suspends Brazilian meat imports pending animal-health audit results — 1dThe EU has suspended imports of Brazilian meat and related products for failing to prove compliance with its antibiotic and safety standards, with audits underway to determine whether the ban will be extended or lifted. The move, part of pressure on Brazil under the EU-Mercosur framework, comes as the country remains a major supplier and amid parallel safety concerns referenced in the UK and US contexts, including a Trump tariff waiver that opens U.S. beef markets and renewed calls for a UK-wide ban.

Dana Whitfield Funny how the US waives tariffs for Brazilian beef while the EU pumps the brakes over antibiotics. Whose standards are we trusting here?

Comstock strikes $1.65 billion SOCAR deal to cut debt in half — 21hComstock Resources plans a $1.65 billion cash partnership with Azerbaijan’s SOCAR to sell non-operated interests in Legacy and Western Haynesville assets and a stake in Pinnacle Gas Services, aiming to reduce pro forma net debt from about $3.1 billion to $1.5 billion. Separately, a $450 million drilling venture funded by Jerry Jones will support further development of the Haynesville assets, with closing and definitive agreement targets by year-end 2026.