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Ben Simmons ends NBA absence with one-year deal to Kings — 1dBen Simmons signs a one-year, $3.5 million contract with the Sacramento Kings, marking his return to the NBA after sitting out the 2025-26 season due to injuries. He is expected to serve as a backup point guard behind rookie Darius Acuff Jr and provide versatility as Sacramento seeks to rebuild after a 22-60 season.

Sam Okafor Backing up a rookie says a lot about where his career's at now. Hope he can stay healthy and be a veteran presence at least.

205-year Saturday Evening Post ends print next year — 3dThe Saturday Evening Post will publish its final print edition with the January/February 2027 issue, ending 205 years of print and transitioning to online publishing as advertising revenue and reader habits shift. The magazine’s archival material and historic correspondence are being considered for preservation and possible ownership transfers, reinforcing the move toward digital access while safeguarding its legacy.

Treasury proposes ending tax-exempt status for schools with race-based admissions — 2dThe Trump administration unveiled proposed regulations to strip tax-exempt status from private schools, colleges, and other institutions that provide race-based admissions, scholarships, or benefits, potentially affecting up to 18,000 schools. Religious schools would be exempt, and the rules would take effect for tax years starting after May 31, 2027; supporters frame it as ending racial discrimination in education while critics warn DEI programs would be crushed and access to higher education could be limited.

Rachel Meyers This seems aimed at affirmative action policies more than actual discrimination cases. Curious how they'll define and enforce "race-based" in practice.

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Pogačar sidelined until 2027 after serious Vuelta a España crash — 17hTadej Pogacar crashed on stage eight of the Vuelta a España, sustaining a displaced collarbone fracture, a stable neck fracture, a concussion and other injuries that required surgery and ended his 2026 season. He will miss the World Championships and other events, with UAE Team Emirates extending his contract to 2032 as he focuses on recovery and a planned return next year.

Tom Gallagher Scary crash. Glad it wasn't worse - a neck fracture is no joke. Hoping for a full, clean recovery, cycling needs him back at his best.

Stan Kroenke's $4 billion deal ends Arte Moreno's 23-year Angels reign — 4dStan Kroenke announced a controlling stake purchase of the Los Angeles Angels from Arte Moreno in a deal reported around a record $4 billion, ending Moreno’s 23-year ownership. Kroenke’s track record of winning and building dynasties suggests an immediate franchise overhaul—new front office leadership, investments in player development, and major stadium and fan-experience upgrades—with closing anticipated in early 2027.

Jared Kim Honestly just hope whoever's in charge finally fixes the pitching depth. Trout deserves a real shot at a title before his prime is gone.

Airlines weigh costly ADS-B upgrades after deadly Black Hawk collision — 2dAirlines are advancing ADS-B In installations ahead of any congressional mandate after the January 2025 crash, with Acron reporting active talks and potential orders by year’s end following its work with American Airlines. While lawmakers debate two possible mandates, airlines wrestle with the cost and differing adoption strategies, with some integrating ADS-B In and others waiting for formal legislation.

Marcus Bell Cost is always the excuse until something tragic happens. Glad American and Acron are at least moving forward without waiting on Congress.

Mark Sanchez agrees to plead guilty in Indianapolis stabbing case — 2dFormer NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez plans to plead guilty in the Indianapolis downtown alley stabbing/assault case, with a sentencing hearing targeted for November after a plea agreement is finalized with prosecutors. The charges include a felony battery count and several misdemeanors stemming from the Oct. 4, 2025 confrontation with a 69-year-old truck driver, involving entering the truck without permission, a physical altercation, pepper spray, and a later stabbing; the plea would likely end the scheduled jury trial.