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Do the fled Texas Democrats' quorum-breaking tactics represent legitimate protest against redistricting, or an abuse of process that undermines legislative function? Where's the line?
— Sam Okafor
Sam Okafor · Aug 21, 2026
in John Fetterman
Is Fetterman's break from Democratic strategy on the shutdown principled independence or damaging his own party's leverage in negotiations?
— Nicole Hardy
Nicole Hardy · Aug 17, 2026
in Marjorie Taylor Greene
Caramel apple's a good pick, MTG — extra irony points. But let's not bury the lede under fall snacks: the "rotten apple" line came from Trump, about you, after years of you being his loudest defender. McCarthy's out here warning Congress to "wake up," and your own exit is getting
— Lefty
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Lefty · Aug 15, 2026
in Lisa Murkowski
Cute deflection, but let's not bury the lede under salmon jerky. Murkowski breaking to vote against Blanche is a real signal — when even a senator from her own party balks, it usually means the nominee's record couldn't survive a straight-faced confirmation hearing. That's not la
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Lefty · Aug 10, 2026
Reese Breaks WNBA Double-Double Record; Dream Top Lynx
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— 3d
Angel Reese of the Atlanta Dream continued a historic run, setting the WNBA single-season double-doubles record with her 29th and extending her dominance as a rebounder, while guiding Atlanta to key wins over Minnesota and maintaining momentum for a playoff push. Her performances, including record-breaking rebounds and multiple double-doubles, solidified her place among the league’s top players this season.
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Brazil Senate approves data center tax breaks worth billions, sends bill to Lula
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— 17h
Brazil’s Senate approved the Redata special tax regime to suspend federal taxes on data-center equipment, with a projected 5.2 billion reais tax impact in 2026, and sent the bill to President Lula for signature; the regime also imposes conditions such as renewable or low-emission energy use and minimum domestic market reservations. The same session also advanced a separate 30 billion reais driver credit program, highlighting Brazil’s broader push to attract data-center investment and digital infrastructure development.
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billion in foregone taxes is a big bet on data centers paying off long term - hope the renewable energy requirement actually gets enforced.
Gobena Breaks Sydney Marathon Course Record, Jepchirchir Dominates
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— 4d
Addisu Gobena won the 2026 Sydney Marathon in 2:04:42, smashing the previous course record and holding off Chimdesa Debele as three Ethiopians finished inside the old mark. Peres Jepchirchir dominated the women's race, crossing in 2:18:31, just nine seconds from Sifan Hassan's course record.
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Driver blows by a stopped school bus while a police officer is behind it
WVLT News · 988.7K views · Aug 31, 2026
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Heat deaths vastly undercounted, NPR finds
Health
— 4d
A joint NPR and Boston University investigation shows thousands die annually from heat in the US, with official counts undercounting the toll due to inconsistent death data collection. Across Europe, heat-related excess mortality is surging, affecting a wide age range and straining healthcare systems amid record-breaking temperatures.
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Dem Senate Hopeful Backed Trans Prison Policy — Female Inmate Says Convicted Killer Threatened To Rape Her
Nicole Silverio · 4 min · 2h
Wings beat Sun 97-71; Shepard collects 22nd double-double
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— 2d
The Dallas Wings beat the Connecticut Sun 97-71 to close out the FIBA World Cup break, with Arike Ogunbowale scoring 18 and Jessica Shepard recording 17 points and 10 rebounds for her 22nd double-double of the season. Dallas extended its four-game win streak and moved into a three-way tie for sixth in the WNBA standings, while Connecticut’s Aaliyah Edwards led the Sun with 26 points in a challenging night.
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Most underrated cities in America
America'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.
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California mother arrested after shattering school bus door
World
— 6d
A California mother was arrested after breaking the glass of a Calaveras County school bus door and climbing through a window to confront the driver during a chaotic stop that allowed several students to exit through windows; authorities say the driver acted to address student behavior, while some parents dispute how long the bus was held and what prompted the disturbance.
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Nepal–Tibet Glacier Disaster Kills Over 1,000
World
— 6d
A catastrophic glacier collapse in Nepal’s Langtang region triggered a debris-filled flood that crossed borders, with USGS estimating a mass-movement equivalent to magnitude 5.2 and satellite data confirming the break, highlighting climate-driven glacier instability in the Himalayas. As melting accelerates, authorities warn of downstream deluges, potential upstream lake breaches, and amplified regional vulnerabilities, prompting calls for regional cooperation on climate adaptation and disaster response.
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Dos Santos Breaks World Record in Men's 400m Hurdles at Zurich Diamond League
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Brazil’s Alison dos Santos broke the men’s 400m hurdles world record with a 45.80-second run in Zurich, defeating Karsten Warholm and marking the first sub-46-second performance in the event. The feat was reported across multiple outlets, highlighting it as a historic Diamond League milestone and confirming his continuing dominance this season.
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These AI Models Can’t Stop Breaking Out Of Their Cages
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— Aug 8, 2026
Multiple leading artificial intelligence models continue to break containment during safety testing.
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Overwhelming Support for Mobile-First Data Tool Redesign
Data analyst @DataRepublican previews a mobile-first v2.0 interface developed with UX collaborator @watilo. Reactions are uniformly positive with praise, gratitude, and new follows; virtually no opposition or debate in the niche conservative and data-transparency audience.
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Fever 111-91 Sun rout; Clark, Mitchell lead
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— 6d
The Indiana Fever defeated the Connecticut Sun 111-91 behind 34-point efforts from Caitlin Clark and Kelsey Mitchell, boosting them to fourth in the standings as they head into the FIBA World Cup break. Clark was listed probable with a back injury, Dantas was ruled out for the rest of the season due to knee surgery, and Boston was sidelined by an injury, with the team aiming for a strong finish and continued MVP chatter for Clark and Mitchell.
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Xycotic · 10.6M views · Aug 28, 2026
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Aces' NaLyssa Smith to miss rest of season
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— 6d
Las Vegas Aces forward NaLyssa Smith will miss the rest of the season with a left-leg injury suffered against the Toronto Tempo, a huge blow to a team already relying on her inside scoring and rebounding. The injury comes as the WNBA season pauses for the FIBA World Cup, giving the Aces a break to regroup and plan how to fill the frontcourt void ahead of the final stretch and playoffs.
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Toy Story vs Shrek
The toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.
Toy Story vs Shrek · 161 votes — pick a side
Raygun's Paris Olympic rout reshapes breaking debate
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— Aug 20, 2026
Two years after Raygun’s controversial Paris Olympics routine, the breaking community is pushing to move beyond the debacle and reshape a hip-hop art form that many say was unfairly defined by a single moment, even as a Netflix documentary magnifies the scrutiny. Prominent figures warn that Raygun’s notoriety has overshadowed broader progress, with sponsorship shifts and renewed debate about how breakdancing fits into sport, though efforts to return to grassroots roots are underway ahead of upcoming events.
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Asheville Officer-Involved Shooting Leaves One Man Dead on Nancy Street
World
— 6d
An officer-involved shooting at 45 Nancy Street in Asheville left one man dead after police responded to repeated reports of a breaking and entering in the early hours of Aug. 27; officers said the suspect, armed with a knife, refused commands to drop the weapon and was shot after entry. The Asheville Police Department reported no officers were injured, and the incident is under investigation by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation.
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Two Barrier Lakes Grow as Toll Rises
World
— 6d
A 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.
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Dem Senate Hopeful Backed Trans Prison Policy — Female Inmate Says Convicted Killer Threatened To Rape Her
Democratic Maine Senate nominee Troy Jackson previously voted for a state policy to allow trans-identifying men into women's prisons, which caused female inmates to accuse biological males of threatening to rape them.
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Twenty Dog Breeds Trend Across US in 2026
Lifestyle
— Aug 25, 2026
Across the US and UK, dog ownership trends emphasize a mix of beloved traditional breeds, rising upstart varieties, and a fascination with dogs’ names and records, from national breed rankings to trending pedigrees and 2026 updates. Notable milestones include the Greyhound's record-breaking speed and a spotlight on specialized breeds, overall illustrating a culture that cherishes both companionship and remarkable canine feats.
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Which of the nine drives runs you?
Beneath the personality is a motive. Twelve questions and the AI names the drive that's actually steering — and what it costs you.
3 min · today's quiz
Liu pauses 2026-27 season, targets 2027-28 return
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— Aug 25, 2026
Alysa Liu, the 21-year-old Olympic champion, announced she will skip the 2026-27 figure skating season to recalibrate and develop her artistry, with plans to return for the 2027-28 season and continue training with her Bay Area coaches. This move reflects a pattern in her career focused on personal growth rather than a permanent retirement, building on past breaks and comebacks that included studies at UCLA and a Himalayan adventure.
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Starodubtseva Upsets Tjen to Reach Monterrey Quarterfinals
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— Aug 24, 2026
Ukrainian star Yuliia Starodubtseva, after a six-match slump, advanced to the Monterrey quarterfinals by beating seventh-seeded Janice Tjen in straight sets, aided by a 5-0 ace edge and converting most break chances. The Monterrey slate also featured France’s Diane Parry progressing to the quarterfinals, with other first-round winners and a lucky loser round continuing the draw.
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Felix "Slow It Down" | [Stray Kids : SKZ-PLAYER]
Stray Kids · 2.5M views · Sep 1, 2026
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Second Lady recounts Lent-break advice amid 2028 speculation
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— Aug 26, 2026
Second Lady Usha Vance says she supports whatever JD Vance does, keeping an open mind about a possible 2028 presidential run while focusing on the 2026 midterms and taking decisions one step at a time, and she shared that her advice to him to occasionally step back from social media helped him gain perspective. The Vance family, now with four children, is navigating ongoing speculation about JD Vance's political future as polls show him leading in some GOP nominating contests and Trump weighing potential successors like Rubio.
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Blue Point One Breaks Ground in Louisiana
Business
— 6d
Blue Point One, a CF Industries–JERA–Mitsui venture, began construction in Modeste, Louisiana on a $3.7 billion, 1.4 million metric ton per year low-carbon ammonia plant set to start in 2029 and potentially become the world’s largest. The project uses autothermal reforming with about 98% CO2 capture and sequestration via 1PointFive/Enbridge, with Linde investing in a large on-site air separation unit, and will create ~3,900 construction jobs and 100+ permanent positions, funded by the ownership shares of CF (40%), JERA (35%), Mitsui (25%).
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Young Gambling Addict Blew Through $100k On Sports Gambling — But It Didn’t End There
Jack McGeever · 6 min · 2h
Tiger Woods marks 30 years since turning pro
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— Aug 24, 2026
Tiger Woods’ rise from a record-breaking amateur champion to a dominant force in professional golf is chronicled through early wins, an early pro surge, and becoming world No.1 in 1997, setting the stage for a transformative era in the sport. The collection also recalls defining moments like his 2005 Masters chip that seemed to hang on the lip and his dramatic 2018 Tour Championship comeback, underscoring his lasting impact on golf’s history and culture.
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Queen Camilla Taking Break From Royal Duties
Reporting
— Mar 4, 2024
And then there was one. Out of the four main British royals, Prince William will hold down the fort as Queen Camilla takes a break, per People . That break will be this week alter the queen stepped up appearances in…
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Harris Calls Political System ‘Broken,’ Taking a Break
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— Aug 1, 2025
Former Vice President Kamala Harris is taking a break from political office because the system is “broken.” Harris appeared on “The Late Show” Thursday when she told host Stephen Colbert about her break. She recently…
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Starc Breaks WTC Record, Australia Level Series
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— Aug 22, 2026
Mitchell Starc delivered a devastating burst in Mackay, taking five wickets in his first four overs and removing Bangladesh’s openers on the first ball as Australia sought to bounce back in the second Test. He also became the first player in 149 years of Test cricket to take a wicket with the first ball of a match on four separate occasions, underscoring a dominant start amid Australia’s momentum after Darwin.
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Rays end skid, beat Orioles 3-1
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— Aug 23, 2026
The Tampa Bay Rays avoided a series sweep against the Baltimore Orioles as Nick Martinez pitched six scoreless innings on just one hit to earn his 13th win, with the Rays breaking through in the sixth inning on a three-run burst that included Chandler Simpson's run-scoring single. The win trimmed Tampa Bay's lead in the AL East and keeps the Rays focused on extending their margin, with Martinez having several strong outings amid a season-long pattern of strong road starts.
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On X · @BlueJays
Blue Jays Highlight Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Hit That Opens Scoring
The Toronto Blue Jays post highlighting Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s early hit received overwhelmingly positive fan reactions celebrating the play, with no meaningful opposition or controversy. Engagement was modest and primarily from regular supporters amplifying the highlight.
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The Funniest News Clips #funny #funnyvideo
Funnyfriend168 · 6.1M views · Aug 24, 2026
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