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Brewers activate catcher Bo Naylor, reliever JoJo Romero for playoff push — 10hThe Milwaukee Brewers activated left-hander JoJo Romero from the injured list and promoted catcher Bo Naylor as rosters expanded to 28 ahead of a playoff push, following deadline-day trades with the Cardinals and Guardians. Naylor provides left-handed power while Romero, a high-leverage reliever returning from an appendectomy, strengthens Milwaukee’s bullpen and catching depth as the team evaluates postseason options.

Priya Raman Trading for depth then expanding the roster to fit these guys in shows Milwaukee's serious about October.

Dolly Parton's Walk of Fame star vandalized after her death, repairs underway — 11hDolly Parton’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star was vandalized with scratches and mourners reported flowers left at the site were stolen, as crews prepared repairs to address preexisting cracks. The star, dedicated in 1984 and part of Parton’s broader memorial after her Aug. 25 death at age 80, has ongoing maintenance by the Hollywood Historic Trust amid the tributes surrounding her passing.

Priya Raman Fix the cracks while you're at it, but whoever scratched that star should be ashamed of themselves.

Grand Canyon flash flood kills two, over a dozen hikers missing — 2dThe Grand Canyon flood disaster left about 15 hikers unaccounted for as rescue teams patrol the canyon floor, with officials confirming multiple fatalities while focusing on ongoing search efforts; among the missing is Dr. John Giusti, a Texas chiropractor and father of three, whose wife has publicly pleaded for prayers as authorities continue to locate those affected.

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Dutch police arrest 34 after gang shooting involving dozens of masked gunmen — 12hA deadly gang-linked shooting in Overasselt left one security guard dead and two police officers injured, prompting a nationwide manhunt that led to 34 arrests of suspects from the Netherlands and several other countries as investigators probe a long-running conflict and possible connections to organized crime. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing, with video footage under review and motives not yet confirmed.

Rachel Meyers Hope the officers recover fully. This kind of brazen violence in broad daylight should worry everyone, not just the Dutch.

Chase Injures Left Knee at Bengals Practice — Aug 25, 2026Ja'Marr Chase left Cincinnati Bengals practice with a left knee injury after an awkward landing, but early indications from multiple reports suggest it was not serious as he walked off under his own power, spoke with teammates, and was not expected to miss time in the upcoming preseason. Several outlets noted Chase’s ability to walk and return to the sideline, while teams and reporters will monitor him closely in the coming days.

Mother Teresa Starts With One RupeeGood News — FROM 1950She left her convent with a few rupees and a calling to the poorest of the poor — and built an order serving the dying in over a hundred countries.

Maxwell's Equations, Written by a Man of PrayerGood News — FROM 1865The physicist Einstein ranked with Newton unified electricity, magnetism, and light — and left prayers in the margins of his working notes.

Riley Greene returns from hamstring injury as Tigers chase playoff hopes — 15hThe Detroit Tigers activated three-time All-Star Riley Greene off the injured list, with him set to start in left field and hit cleanup as they host the Minnesota Twins, hoping his return sparks an offense that has struggled for weeks. His reintroduction is aimed at providing energy and stability to a lineup that has fallen out of contention, as Detroit tries to rebound from a rough stretch and chase a Wild Card.

Tom Gallagher Hope his hamstring actually holds up this time, rushing him back for a playoff push isn't worth risking a setback later.

Manhunt continues after Swiss rave shooting in Aarau — 3dA deadly shooting at a techno rave in Aarau left a 22-year-old Italian woman dead and five others injured, with a large manhunt underway as police investigate the background and possible motives, including terrorism. Authorities later reported the arrest of a 43-year-old Swiss man tied to the incident, as the investigation continues.

Dodgers' Andy Pages leaves after left-hand hit — Aug 22, 2026Dodgers center fielder Andy Pages left Friday’s game against the Pirates after being hit on the left hand by a fastball, with multiple reports noting he was eventually replaced in the fifth inning and is being evaluated for potential injury. The All-Star slugger, who entered the game hitting around .272 with significant power, was taken out for imaging to determine the extent of the damage.

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Nepal-Tibet Flood: Dozens Dead, Hundreds Missing — Aug 26, 2026A flash flood in the Bhote Koshi River across Rasuwa and nearby districts left roughly 384 tourists missing, including 291 foreign nationals and 93 Nepali citizens, with search and rescue operations coordinated by the Nepal Tourism Board, local authorities, and travel agencies. Separately, nearly 400 Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims were left out of contact after the same floods, prompting government emergency measures and mobilization of rescue and relief resources.

Lindsey Vonn plans November ACL surgery, still undecided on retirement — 1dLindsey Vonn, 41, continues recovering from a February crash that left her with a complex tibia fracture and an unrepaired ACL, with plans for ACL surgery possibly in November and a lengthy nine-month to year-long road to full recovery. Her public updates, including appearances at the US Open, show cautious optimism while she remains undecided about whether she will race again.

Rachel Meyers At 41, coming back from this kind of injury takes real guts. Whatever she decides, she's already proven so much.

Chiune Sugihara Writes Visas Until the Train LeavesGood News — FROM 1940Defying his own government, a Japanese diplomat hand-wrote transit visas for 18-20 hours a day — and kept signing them through the train window as he left.

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.

UC Davis rallies past Portland State in openerSports — 3dUC Davis erased a 21-point halftime deficit to defeat Portland State in the season opener, with Treynor Cleeland throwing two TD passes and Jordan Fisher scoring twice. The comeback was sealed by a 22-yard game-winning pass to Laviel Pickett with 27 seconds left.

Toddler's garden pond death ruled accidentalWorld — 3dIsobel Abigail Maxwell, a two-year-old from Doncaster, drowned in her family’s garden pond on Christmas Day; an inquest ruled the death accidental and noted it occurred after she wandered outside unseen. The coroner highlighted that doors may have been left ajar, the fence around the pond was incomplete, and 14 relatives were present, with the family planning to fill in the pond in the summer.

Padres place Sheets, Rengifo on 10-day IL — 2dThe San Diego Padres placed Gavin Sheets on the 10-day injured list with a left foot sprain and Luis Rengifo on the 10-day IL with a right knee sprain, while recalling Sung-Mun Song and activating Samad Taylor to bolster the roster. The injuries come as San Diego competes for the final NL wild-card spot.

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Trenton mass shooting leaves two dead; details fluid — 3dA mass shooting early Sunday in Trenton, New Jersey, at the Locust Street area left two people dead and several others wounded as police respond and investigators from the Mercer County Homicide Task Force take over. Authorities have not released a final casualty tally, with reports ranging from about nine to more than ten victims, and details of suspects or the motive remain unclear.

Japan seeks record defense budget with new AI and drone capabilities — 2dJapan's Defense Ministry is seeking a record 8.9 trillion yen defense budget for the coming fiscal year, prioritizing AI, unmanned systems, drones, and long-range missiles to strengthen deterrence amid rising regional tensions, as part of a broad five-year buildup and new warfare concepts. The final bill could rise after the government updates its security and defense strategy later this year, with several items left unspecified in anticipation of revisions.

Red Sox place Willson Contreras on IL, turn to hot-hitting Gasper — 2dThe Red Sox placed Willson Contreras on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain after he exited Sunday's game with tightness, sidelining him for at least 10 days and prompting the recall of Mickey Gasper to handle first-base duties. With Contreras's production slipping while he played through the issue, Boston may lean on Gasper and Nick Sogard at first as he recovers.

Haiti Gangs Release 13 Captives After Mass Kenscoff KidnappingWorld — 3dIn Kenscoff near Port-au-Prince, a mass kidnapping left at least 47 people dead and more than 50 abducted, with six children and seven women released in a rare moment of relief. UNICEF and UN officials highlighted the ongoing humanitarian crisis and urged international action as the UN Security Council discussed response options.

Pogačar Withdraws from Vuelta; Coquard Wins Stage 8 — 3dTadej Pogacar, the leader of the Vuelta a España, abandoned during stage 8 after a heavy crash that left him with facial and shoulder injuries, ending his bid to win the race. The accident reshaped the GC, with Enric Mas taking the lead as Pogacar becomes the first reigning Tours winner to exit a Grand Tour mid-race.

Padres' Rengifo exits Rays game with knee sprain — 3dPadres infielder Luis Rengifo left Saturday's 7-6 loss to the Rays with a right knee sprain and was carted off for further evaluation, with plans to fly back to San Diego for imaging. The 29-year-old, who has contributed a .291 average in 38 games since joining San Diego, represents a notable loss for a club contending for a wild-card spot.

Real Madrid plans lineup against Malaga — 4dReal Madrid, under Jose Mourinho, are aiming for a 3-0 start to the season as they host promoted Malaga at the Bernabéu after two league wins, with Mbappé continuing to star after his hat-trick. Mourinho is rotating his squad due to injuries, handing Marc Cucurella a starting berth at left-back and relying on a mix of academy players alongside regulars in defence and midfield.

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