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Nepal Trishuli Debris Flow Toll Rises — 6dNepalese rescue teams have recovered about 350 workers and locals from a hydropower tunnel amid catastrophic floods, while roughly 100 more remain trapped and are being hunted for under difficult weather and muddy conditions. The operation, aided by helicopters and ground teams, continues to span multiple hydropower sites in the Trishuli valley with leaders signaling ongoing urgency.

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.

Scheffler Wins Tour Championship, Sets Earnings Mark — 4dScottie Scheffler rallied from a three-shot deficit to win the PGA Tour Championship at East Lake, capturing the $10 million prize and his FedEx Cup title for the year. The victory pushed his career earnings to about $130.39 million, surpassing Tiger Woods as the PGA Tour’s all-time money leader.

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Roman Space Telescope Launch Successful; Mission Underway — Aug 26, 2026Rochester-based L3Harris engineers helped design and refurbish the optical eye of NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, enabling unprecedented cosmic surveys and investigations into dark energy. The observatory is slated to launch Sunday at 7:26 a.m. ET from Kennedy Space Center aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy, traveling about a million miles to the Sun-Earth L2 point.

Whistleblower warns rushed USPS mail ballot system could disrupt 2026 midterms — 1dA whistleblower alleges USPS rushed a new online ballot-mail portal and strict, unforgiving verification system under President Trump’s executive order, risking widespread ballot rejection and potential disenfranchisement in the 2026 midterms. The disclosures drew bipartisan scrutiny from Sen. Blumenthal and legal challenges, even as the White House defends the plan and a federal judge weighs the rollout.

Maya Lindstrom Rushing a brand new ballot portal right before a midterm is asking for chaos. Slow down and get outside auditors on this before it goes live.

Tropical Storm Edouard could strengthen before Texas-Louisiana landfall — 2dTropical Storm Edouard has formed in the Gulf and is tracking toward the Texas-Louisiana coast, with tropical-storm warnings and flood watches in effect as forecasters warn of heavy rain, gusty winds, and potential flooding. Forecasts indicate Edouard could make landfall along the northwest Gulf coast this week, bringing widespread rainfall across Southeast Texas and parts of Louisiana.

Jared Kim Hope folks along the coast are watching the track closely, these things can jog last minute.

Tropical Storm Edouard drenches East Texas, prompting rescues and power outages — 12hTropical Storm Edouard dumped up to nearly two feet of rain across parts of Texas, triggering widespread flooding, rescues of stranded motorists, and damage to homes and infrastructure as the system lingered and weakened into a tropical depression. Authorities warned of ongoing flood threats, power outages, and closures across Hardin, Jefferson, and surrounding counties, with rainfall totals reaching 18–20 inches in spots.

Nepal-Tibet Border Floods: Dozens Missing, Thousands Displaced — 5dAid has begun reaching survivors after the catastrophic flash floods along Nepal’s border with China, with thousands displaced and many communities relying on makeshift relief centers. UN agencies say about 17,000 children need urgent humanitarian assistance, dozens of schools were destroyed or damaged, hundreds of thousands are affected, and lawmakers and aid groups are coordinating search-and-rescue, health, water and protection services while UN Women warns that women and girls face heightened risks of violence and trafficking in the disaster’s aftermath.

Short interest climbs across ProShares ultrashortsFinance — 5dShort interest in ProShares inverse and leveraged ETFs showed divergent moves: UltraShort Consumer Discretionary fell 65.3% to 24,146 shares as of August 14, while Ultra SmallCap 600 and UltraShort SmallCap 600 each surged in short interest by about 132% and 130% respectively, signaling rising bearish bets on small-cap proxies. At the same time, institutional activity in ProShares Short S&P 500 intensified, with NewEdge Advisors cutting its SH stake by 99.4% in the first quarter and other firms adjusting positions, highlighting shifting investor posture among inverse-market ETFs.

Gavin Williams strikes out 13 as Guardians beat Blue Jays 6-1 — 16hGavin Williams tied a career high with 13 strikeouts and allowed only two singles over seven innings as the Guardians beat the Blue Jays 6-1, with homers from Bailey, Genao and Martinez fueling the win and bolstering Cleveland's wild-card push. The dominant outing added to a season-long stretch of double-digit strikeout performances, keeping Williams among the league leaders in strikeouts.

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Urban Outfitters closes stores, plans 18 more in 2027Business — 2dRetailers across the US, UK, and Europe are accelerating closures and restructurings as margins tighten and shopping habits shift, with Urban Outfitters trimming locations even as it opens new ones, and Kroger’s Fred Meyer shuttering a Tacoma store amid broader store reductions. The wave also hits UK chains like TG Jones, Eddie Bauer’s Chapter 11 filing, Leading Labels’ liquidation, Russell & Bromley’s administration, and Roller’s continued closures in Germany, signaling pervasive pressure on brick-and-mortar retail.

Markey wins Massachusetts Democratic primary; faces Deaton — 17hSen. Ed Markey, 80, cruised to a decisive Democratic primary victory over Rep. Seth Moulton in Massachusetts, positioning him for the general election against Republican John Deaton. Markey defended his record, including the Green New Deal and Medicare for All, while fending off questions about his age as a major theme of the race.

Chris Dalton Moulton ran a decent campaign but couldn't overcome the name recognition and party machine backing Markey had locked up early.

D4vd pleads not guilty to murder as legal team steps aside for public defender — 2dD4vd defender David Anthony Burke faced arraignment on murder charges related to the death and dismemberment of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, with prosecutors seeking trial after a hearing found sufficient evidence. The case includes charges of first-degree murder with special circumstances, continuous sexual abuse of a minor, and mutilation of remains, and prosecutors have not ruled out seeking the death penalty as the investigation details—including a long-running relationship with the victim—are laid out in court records and media reports.

Trump Pressures Media With FCC Threats Ahead of Midterms — 3dPresident Donald Trump blasted NBC’s Kristen Welker over her portrayal of his endorsement record, vowing to report her to the FCC for ‘rebuke or punishment’ while touting a near-perfect success rate and recent GOP wins as proof of his endorsements’ strength. The pile-on across multiple outlets portrays Trump pressing regulators to scrutinize Welker’s reporting on Meet the Press and endorsing his claim that his record is the strongest in political history.

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.

Georgia Officer Shoots Donkey During Missing-Child Search — 3dA Cedartown Police Department officer has been placed on administrative leave as an internal investigation continues into the fatal shooting of a miniature donkey named HeeHaw after officers entered a private pasture around 12:45 a.m. without the owner’s permission; authorities say the Polk County Sheriff’s Office was not involved, and a GoFundMe has been launched to cover the family’s legal costs. The case has drawn significant attention and fundraising, with officials not yet releasing the officer’s identity or explaining why deadly force was used.

Michigan, Nationwide Fight Over Mail-In Voting EscalatesPolitics — 2dA wave of developments around mail-in voting shows growing dependence on absentee ballots amid ongoing tensions with federal policy and postal delivery reliability. Michigan faces increased late-ballot rejections and efforts by anti-voter groups, while statewide and national trends—plus USPS disruptions—could influence election outcomes and market expectations for key races.

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Honda presses suppliers to cut prices in $9.4 billion savings plan — 14hHonda is aiming to save about 1.5 trillion yen ($9.4 billion) by 2030 by pressuring suppliers to lower prices, increasing parts standardization, and sourcing more components from China, as it battles EV losses and competition from Chinese automakers. The plan targets roughly 30% cuts in three key categories—pressed and forged components, electrical parts, and software-defined-vehicle parts—with company-specific supplier targets and concerns about feasibility and impact on margins.

Rachel Meyers Squeezing suppliers 30% while chasing EV losses sounds like a recipe for corner-cutting on quality down the line.

Novo Nordisk launches Wegovy pill in Germany as Eli Lilly readies rival — 1dNovo Nordisk is rolling out Wegovy as an oral weight‑loss pill in Germany, the EU’s first market to receive the formulation after EU approval, with prices expected around €170–€280 and strong competition from Eli Lilly’s Foundayo on the horizon. The launch leverages Wegovy’s dominant position in the oral obesity market, while analysts weigh the impact of the tablet on growth, pricing, and payer access across Europe.

Tom Gallagher Curious how many insurers in Germany will actually cover this at launch, oral obesity meds still feel like they're priced for a niche market.