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Nth Cycle Signs $1 Billion Glencore Battery Recycling Deal — 6dNth Cycle sealed a 10-year Glencore offtake worth over $1 billion—its second billion-dollar battery deal in 2026 after Trafigura's $1.1 billion pact.

Google Chrome starts two-week release cycle with version 153 — Sep 8, 2026

A Cycling Obsession and a Life-Altering CrashGood News — Sep 1, 2026Scott La Point survived being hit by an 8-ton truck while cycling, recommitted his life to Jesus during rehab, and now serves fellow brain-injury survivors as a neuropsychologist.

Derek Foss Infrastructure is the real issue here. More protected bike lanes would prevent so many of these crashes.

Goldman Sachs Expects September Fed Rate Hike — Sep 13, 2026Goldman Sachs now expects a 25-basis-point increase at the upcoming Fed meeting, driven more by market pricing than by changes in inflation expectations. The firm says the surge in market odds could signal a one-off adjustment rather than the start of a new tightening cycle.

Nicole Hardy This probably ends up as just one small adjustment rather than any fresh tightening cycle.

Pulisic Out, 13 Newcomers Join USMNT Roster — Sep 16, 2026Mauricio Pochettino’s first USMNT camp for the 2030 cycle omits Christian Pulisic, instead highlighting 16-year-old Cavan Sullivan and other teenagers as the squad prepares for friendlies against Peru, Chile, Mexico and Canada, with Yunus Musah recalled. The move signals a youth-forward rebuild for the program and comes amid talk of a strained Pulisic-Pochettino relationship after Pulisic’s 2025 Gold Cup absence and limited club playing time.

Elena Vasquez Sullivan getting a look at 16 is bold but the lack of experience on this roster could hurt in those friendlies.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Lakeview School Faces Backlash Over Menstrual Disclosure Policy — Sep 15, 2026Lakeview High School in St. Clair Shores is facing backlash over a gym syllabus that asks female students to disclose menstrual cycle length to make up missed swimming days, with critics calling the requirement invasive and potentially discriminatory. The district says it will meet with a concerned parent, asserts no district-wide change yet, and maintains a commitment to educational best practices while addressing privacy concerns.

Harry Styles Extends Together Tour Into 2027 — Sep 9, 2026Harry Styles has announced that 2027 dates for his Together, Together world tour will include final cities as the tour is extended beyond its 2026 run, following his Madison Square Garden residency and Australia dates. The messages to fans emphasize gratitude and anticipation about what comes after this tour, with the final cities set to cap the current cycle.

US, China Establish AI Dialogue Ahead of Summit — Sep 16, 2026Democrats urge sustained U.S.–China diplomacy on AI safety to address cross-border risks, calling for ongoing talks beyond Xi Jinping’s Washington visit. Meanwhile, international security forums warn that AI is compressing military decision cycles and advocate guardrails and human oversight, as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signals openness to discussions on shared AI risks ahead of a U.S.–China summit, with White House talks anticipated this week and next week featuring both open and closed-weight AI models.

Carter Jensen falls a single shy of cycle as Royals avoid sweep of Marlins — Sep 3, 2026Carter Jensen continued to surge for the Royals, homering twice in one game and coming a stolen-base short of the cycle while also setting a single-season Royals leadoff home run record and driving in multiple runs as Kansas City beat the Marlins to avoid a sweep. On the anniversary of his MLB debut, Jensen's rapid rise as the Royals’ top-of-order threat is highlighted as the team leans on him, with rookie catcher duties and a season that has produced both highs and lows, alongside Jac Caglianone earning AL Player of the Month.

Chris Dalton Glad KC avoided the sweep, and nice to see Jac get some recognition too after the season he's having.

Márquez named Mexico coach with 2030 World Cup goal in view — Sep 10, 2026Rafael Márquez was introduced as Mexico’s new head coach, vowing to build on the Javier Aguirre era to push the national team beyond the World Cup last-16 and toward the 2030 cycle. He emphasizes continuity, familiarity with the players, and will lead a staff including Guardado as Mexico plans friendlies against Colombia, Peru, the U.S., and Chile.

Priya Raman Márquez has the respect of the players so maybe that familiarity helps push past the round of 16 this cycle.

Springboks, All Blacks Set for Baltimore Series Decider — Sep 10, 2026The Springboks hold a 2-1 series lead heading into the final Test in Baltimore against the All Blacks, who must overturn the deficit to level the series and build momentum for the World Cup cycle. The U.S.-hosted clash marks a landmark for rugby in America with World Rugby backing and potential future fixtures, while analysts and former players highlight tactical factors and the importance of a strong start.

Dana Whitfield The All Blacks must start fast in Baltimore or the Springboks will seal the series and take real momentum into the World Cup cycle.

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Fetterman Endorses McCormick in GOP Convention Video — Sep 9, 2026With the midterm cycle intensifying, Sen. John Fetterman is set to deliver a video message at the GOP convention, praising Trump and McCormick while signaling a distancing from the Democratic left and highlighting cross‑party ties. At the same time, Donald Trump has said he would consider pardoning Michael Cohen as their reconciliation unfolds, a development in the broader political and security backdrop following Zelenskyy’s drone incident near a planned flight to Oslo.

Rachel Meyers Fetterman backing McCormick while praising Trump shows real independence from his own party's extremes.

Applied Materials Sees AI Demand Through 2030Tech — Sep 8, 2026Applied Materials’ CEO expects AI-driven demand to sustain multi-year order books and material growth into 2026 and 2027, underscoring durable capital spending by leading chipmakers. The AI cycle is reinforced by enterprise demand, strategic acquisitions and partnerships, and a board refresh bringing Qualcomm leadership, though management warns that the near-term growth hinges on continued spending by large customers and could face risks if orders pause.

Medical practices adopt predictive billing to curb costly claim denialsHealth — Sep 3, 2026CNC Medical Billing highlights a broader industry shift from patchwork fixes to proactive, data-driven revenue cycle management that emphasizes early verification, documentation accuracy, and coding precision to reduce denials and protect profitability amid stricter payer rules and value-based care. Denial management is increasingly treated as a strategic discipline, with practices tracking denial patterns by payer, code, and provider to preempt issues.

Priya Raman Our clinic started tracking denials by payer last year and it actually made a difference, fewer surprises now.

Colorado, Arkansas and California top new 2027 football recruit rankings — Sep 4, 2026The college football recruiting landscape for the 2027 cycle is increasingly shaped by NIL, branding potential, and media presence alongside on-field talent, with Colorado and Arkansas prospects entering high school with endorsement buzz. Meanwhile, Texas remains a focal point with Arch Manning atop a talent-rich roster that could yield top NFL draft selections, complemented by other highly regarded peers like Cam Coleman and Tyler Goosby.

Marcus Bell Arch Manning still hasn't started a full season and he's already being talked about like a top NFL pick, that's a lot of pressure early.

Would you get phished?Quizie — QuizFifteen workplace scam scenarios. Most people are more confident than correct — the rank says which one you are.

North Carolina First to Mail 2026 Absentee Ballots — Sep 4, 2026North Carolina began sending absentee ballots for the 2026 general election, becoming the first state to mail ballots for the cycle, and the State Board issued updated guidance on correcting ballot issues and restricting who can return ballots, including a new spoil-and-reissue rule for unauthorized returns. The rollout unfolds amid a federal push for new mail-voting requirements championed by President Donald Trump, with the Supreme Court asked to allow changes such as envelope rules and barcode tracking.

Delaware begins 2026 primary early voting across sites — Sep 1, 2026Voters in Delaware and North Carolina will kick off key voting phases for the 2026 elections, with Delaware opening primary early voting on September 2 and North Carolina beginning mail ballots as the first state to do so this cycle, ahead of Election Day on November 3. Across counties, early voting sites and extended hours are highlighted, including live accounts of voters casting ballots in Delaware and details on same-day registration opportunities during the early voting window.

US-Iran Conflict Escalates Around Strait of Hormuz — Aug 31, 2026The US-Iran conflict has continued to cycle between limited strikes and retaliatory moves, with Iran signaling a potential de-escalation if Washington reaffirms the June Memorandum of Understanding while Trump leans toward a sanctions-focused, low-intensity approach ahead of midterms. After six months, the war has disrupted the Strait of Hormuz, strained energy markets, and shifted from kinetic actions to economic pressure as both sides maintain pressure without delivering a decisive outcome.

CDC Declares Largest Recorded Cyclospora Outbreak Over — Sep 11, 2026Health officials declared the largest multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce over, with thousands of illnesses across about 20 states, hospitalizations in the hundreds and two deaths, as the recalled lettuce from Mexico was removed from the supply and investigations into the outbreak’s origin continue. TheFDA and CDC said there is no longer a current risk but will pursue further probes into how contamination occurred and which sources remain under review, including broader questions about produce contamination and supply chains.

Dana Whitfield This proves washing produce at home does nothing when the problem happens way earlier in the chain.

Hurricane Nolo Threatens Hawaii With Flooding — 6dHawaii faces a continuing threat from tropical systems, with a potential new cyclone developing from the remnants of 15-E that could be named Nolo and bring significant rainfall, flooding, and wind across the islands; officials warn residents to stay vigilant as forecasts remain uncertain. Utilities and emergency agencies are mobilizing: Hawaiian Electric monitors the storm and readies restoration crews, while the National Guard supports flood-response efforts and ongoing recovery from prior storms as authorities prepare for possible impacts midweek.

Afghan Cyclist Hashimi Finishes Seventh After Fleeing Taliban Rule — Sep 20, 2026Fariba Hashimi, 23, finished seventh in the Asian Games time trial after fleeing Afghanistan in 2021; she once trained in men's clothes and masks to avoid stones and bottles.

Chris Dalton Hashimi finishing seventh after all that hardship shows how strong she really is and what these athletes endure just to compete.

Dunbar Wins Vuelta Stage 19, Mas Retains Lead — Sep 11, 2026Irish cyclist Eddie Dunbar won Stage 19 of the Vuelta a España after timing his final attack to overtake leader Santiago Buitrago, capping a remarkable comeback from a serious injury with support from teammate Thomas Gloag. Spanish rider Enric Mas defended the red jersey, extending his GC lead over Primož Roglič to 1 minute 37 seconds ahead of Stage 20, as Dunbar's victory underlined a dramatic mountain stage.

Chris Dalton Dunbar's timing on that final attack was perfect after everything he's been through.

Food recalls expand nationwide; California warnedHealth — Aug 31, 2026The August–2026 period has seen a sharp rise in food recalls across the U.S. and Canada, driven by a string of salmonella, cyclospora, and other contamination concerns that have prompted widespread product withdrawals and warnings. Experts and surveys suggest recalls may be increasing in frequency and scale, fueling consumer anxiety about the safety of the food supply, even as some data remain inconclusive about total yearly totals.

Edouard strengthens toward Texas landfall as Dolly's remnants soak Caribbean — Aug 31, 2026Forecasts center on Potential Tropical Cyclone Five in the northern Gulf, prompting tropical storm warnings from Port Bolivar to the Vermilion/Cameron line and warnings of heavy rain and gusty winds toward Texas and Louisiana as Edouard could form and approach landfall near the state border with winds near 45 mph. Dolly's remnants are dissipating due to shear and land interaction, though heavy rain may still affect Hispaniola, Cuba and the Bahamas.