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Recurring Issues Hurt Cleveland Guardians in Loss to Detroit Tigers

The Cleveland Guardians lost to the Detroit Tigers for the first time during the 2026 season.

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Aug 11 • 10:14 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Rep. John Larson, a Longtime Lawmaker, Loses a Primary in Connecticut

In an upset, Luke Bronin, the former mayor of Hartford, won the Democratic nomination, capitalizing on calls for generational change.

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Aug 11 • 10:07 PM EDT • Politics • nytimes.com
Chicago Cubs Announce Edward Cabrera Update During Nationals Series

During their series with the Washington Nationals, the Chicago Cubs received an update on SP Edward Cabrera, who has missed a lot of time this season due to injury. Prior to the Cubs-Nationals series, which kicks off on Tuesday evening, Chicago won its last series against the Royals and has been a surging team in […] The post Chicago Cubs Announce Edward Cabrera Update During Nationals Series appeared first on HEAVY.

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Aug 11 • 9:55 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Republican survives primary on Tim Walz's old congressional turf as Dems eye seat flip

Brad Finstad faced challengers Gregory Goetzman and Oliver Morlan in the Minnesota 1st Congressional District Republican primary on Tuesday.

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Aug 11 • 9:52 PM EDT • Politics • foxnews.com
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Hochul, Blakeman campaign in NYC with less than 3 months until Election Day

Hochul spent time on the Lower East Side promoting a food benefits program for kids, and Blakeman was in Flushing, Queens, with business leaders.

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Aug 11 • 9:45 PM EDT • Politics • ny1.com
Amy Klobuchar Wins Minnesota’s Democratic Primary for Governor

The fourth-term U.S. senator jolted Minnesota politics early this year by mounting a bid to succeed Gov. Tim Walz.

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Aug 11 • 9:28 PM EDT • Politics • nytimes.com
Saber denies replacing Rideshare Stimulator’s writers with ChatGPT

Stella Sacco says Saber is “trying to have it both ways” on AI.

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Aug 11 • 8:39 PM EDT • Technology • theverge.com
CBS Sports chief says ‘no timetable’ on Tony Romo’s future after OWI arrest

CBS Sports president David Berson says the network is still assessing the lead NFL analyst’s future following last month’s arrest

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Aug 11 • 8:36 PM EDT • Sports • theguardian.com
What Devon Witherspoon said about contract negotiations with Seahawks

Devon Witherspoon remains in contract negotiations that could make him the highest paid cornerback in the NFL, but the Seahawks star said he's fully focused on the field.

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Aug 11 • 8:23 PM EDT • Sports • seattletimes.com
Cameron Holmes embracing versatility as Arizona freshman finds his footing

Cameron Holmes is seeing playing time "everywhere" as Tommy Lloyd tinkers with configurations ahead of Arizona's upcoming Lithuania trip.

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Aug 11 • 8:13 PM EDT • Sports • arizonasports.com
My partner is monitoring his sleep score, steps and fibre intake. He has become a dry shite

Tell Me About It: What happened to spending half the day in bed, eating chocolate, wine and olives?

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Aug 11 • 8:00 PM EDT • Health • irishtimes.com
CBS Sports president says there’s no timeline for a decision on Tony Romo’s future

CBS Sports president David Berson said Tuesday he does not have a timeline for a decision about Tony Romo’s future.

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Aug 11 • 7:48 PM EDT • Sports • wmtv15news.com
Real-time X-ray data analysis with DONUT accelerates materials science

What if scientists could get a taste of discovery as soon as their experiment finishes? Thanks to a new machine learning tool called DONUT, researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Argonne ...

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Aug 11 • 7:20 PM EDT • Science • phys.org
Some Big Sur residents stay behind to protect homes, businesses as Timber Fire burns

As Big Sur’s Timber Fire continues to crescendo, many locals have chosen to stay and fight for their homes and businesses in spite of mandatory evacuation orders.

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CBS Sports president says there's no timeline for a decision on Tony Romo's future

NEW YORK (AP) — CBS Sports president David Berson said Tuesday he does not have a timeline for a decision about Tony Romo's future.

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Crimson Desert dev comments on status of Nintendo Switch 2 port, targeting first half of 2027

Pearl Abyss has commented again on the Nintendo Switch 2 port of Crimson Desert, providing the most encouraging update we’ve had thus far. In its latest earnings letter, the company said that it’s now “currently playable at a foundational level, and technical evaluations are underway to ensure performance optimization and compliance with our quality standards.” The other piece of important...

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Aug 11 • 6:40 PM EDT • Technology • nintendoeverything.com
Tiffany Haddish pleads guilty in DUI case, avoiding more jail time

Tiffany Haddish pleaded guilty in a Georgia DUI case, avoiding more jail time. The ‘Girls Trip’ actress was sentenced to 12 months probation.

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Aug 11 • 6:40 PM EDT • Entertainment • ew.com
Satechi Launches 240W ChargeView Desktop Charger With Six USB-C Ports

Satechi today launched the ChargeView 240W Desktop Charger, a successor to the 140W ChargeView released last year. The ChargeView 240W can power multiple devices at one time, splitting 240W across six USB-C ports. The ChargeView 240W has an LCD display that shows the live wattage of all ports that are in use. The C1 and C2 ports offer up to 140W each, while ports C3 and C4 can deliver up to 100W each. The final two ports offer up to 30W.

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Aug 11 • 6:29 PM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
A tale of two candidates in LD 14: Biggs’ political name versus Walsh’s career experience

Legislative District 14 is reliably Republican, making a Democratic upset this November a long shot.

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Aug 11 • 6:03 PM EDT • Politics • azcapitoltimes.com
Girls in Ocean Science returns to SBMM - Santa Barbara News-Press

The Santa Barbara Maritime Museum (SBMM) is pleased to announce the return of its Girls in Ocean Science Conference (GiOS) on September 26 and 27, 2026.

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Aug 11 • 5:53 PM EDT • Science • newspress.com
California to phase out paraquat, a powerful weedkiller associated with serious health issues

The California Department of Pesticide Regulation said all manufacturers of pesticide products containing paraquat have "voluntarily canceled" their product registrations.

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Aug 11 • 5:47 PM EDT • Health • latimes.com
CBA Profit Tops Estimates as Home and Business Lending Grows

Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s full-year profit topped estimates as lending grew in its key businesses of mortgages and loans to companies.

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Aug 11 • 5:40 PM EDT • Business • bloomberg.com
CBS president: 'No timetable' on future of Romo after arrest

CBS Sports president David Berson said on Tuesday that there is 'no timetable' on the future of NFL analyst Tony Romo following Romo's arrest on suspicion of operating a vehicle while under the influence.

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Aug 11 • 5:30 PM EDT • Sports • espn.com
Orlando Magic Team Reporter Kendra Douglas’ Game plan: Dish Assists to Other Women

As a regional sideline reporter, Kendra Douglas serves as the primary bridge between the team and the public, which sometimes means traveling across the coun...

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Aug 11 • 4:37 PM EDT • Sports • nba.com
Small business optimism rebounds in July, led by stronger hiring plans

NFIB said small business optimism rose above its long-term average in July, driven by stronger hiring and investment plans, though uncertainty remained elevated.

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Aug 11 • 4:11 PM EDT • Business • komonews.com
The science behind European heat domes

Parts of Europe see intense heat domes, which can break daily, monthly and even all-time record temperatures.

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Aug 11 • 3:31 PM EDT • Science • weather.com
Marketplace Spotlight: Sulfur Cube-Inspired

Minecraft Marketplace moves fast. With every week that goes by, incredible new add-ons, worlds, mini games, and mash-up packs join the plethora of DLC already roosting on the Marketplace like loveable little birds. You can download birds, right? And now, with the arrival of sulfur cubes, it seems that Marketplace creators are working even faster, harder, and creative-er. How else would you explain the smorgasbord of new sulfurous delights now available for your delectation? How else would you explain the fact that these add-ons and worlds transform Minecraft with sulfury sports, sulfury contests, and even sulfury weapons? You simply can't. So, it's time for this humble (yet heroic) Minecraft.net writer to jack in to the Marketplace matrix once again and report back on what he finds. Will he come away with first impressions of seven new pieces of DLC or just a severe case of sulfur-induced nausea? Spoiler: it's both.

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Aug 11 • 3:00 PM EDT • Technology • minecraft.net
It’s Kyler Murray’s Team Now, for Better or Worse

The Vikings have finally announced the results of the team’s contentious quarterback competition, and according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Kyler Murray has been named the Week 1 starting quarterback for the 2026 season, putting an end to the much-talked-about position battle and handing the keys to the Vikings offense to the former Cardinals veteran. After an open battle to start camp got going, Murray put distance between himself and now-backup quarterback J.J. McCarthy over the past few weeks, and while there were some recent struggles that might have put into question Murray’s lead in the QB race, it ultimately didn’t matter to the Vikings brass, who felt they needed to make a decision before the Vikings’ preseason opener against the Giants this Saturday.

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Aug 11 • 2:48 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Ari Emanuel's events business will acquire theater owner ATG Entertainment

Mari, an events and experiences business founded by Ari Emanuel, plans to acquire ATG Entertainment, the owner of theater venues in areas including London's West End. The financial terms were not disc...

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Aug 11 • 2:16 PM EDT • Entertainment • yahoo.com
Ari Emanuel's events business will acquire theater owner ATG Entertainment

Mari, an events and experiences business founded by Ari Emanuel, plans to acquire ATG Entertainment, the owner of theater venues in areas including London's West End. The financial terms were not disclosed.

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Aug 11 • 2:16 PM EDT • Entertainment • latimes.com
Ari Emanuel's events business will acquire theater owner ATG Entertainment

Mari, an events and experiences business founded by Ari Emanuel, plans to acquire ATG Entertainment, the owner of theater venues in areas including London's West End. The financial terms were not disc...

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Aug 11 • 2:16 PM EDT • Business • yahoo.com
Ari Emanuel's events business will acquire theater owner ATG Entertainment

Mari, an events and experiences business founded by Ari Emanuel, plans to acquire ATG Entertainment, the owner of theater venues in areas including London's West End. The financial terms were not disclosed.

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Aug 11 • 2:16 PM EDT • Business • latimes.com
Majority of VA mental health visits are timely, but referrals lag: Watchdog

The VA watchdog found that 80% of referrals for mental health services in the Community Care program were scheduled within 30 days.

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Aug 11 • 2:12 PM EDT • Health • militarytimes.com
Feeling sick? Some Minnesotans are asking AI what to do

Patients are turning to AI chatbots for help diagnosing symptoms and navigating the health care system—even as questions about accuracy and privacy persist.

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Aug 11 • 2:05 PM EDT • Health • startribune.com
Fastest-growing Ebola outbreak in history has claimed 2,000 lives. Here's why it is hard to contain

Congo’s health authorities report 4,381 confirmed cases, including 2,011 deaths. This outbreak is spreading almost three times faster than the 2014-16 outbreak in West Africa, the deadliest in history.

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Aug 11 • 1:57 PM EDT • Health • pbs.org
Trump cheers Alito staying for another Supreme Court term: 'One of the greatest of all time'

President Donald Trump praised Associate Justice Samuel Alito's decision to stay on the U.S. Supreme Court in a social media post on Truth Social.

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Aug 11 • 1:43 PM EDT • Politics • foxnews.com
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 Console Images Reportedly Leak

Leaked images of a The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary Nintendo Switch 2 console and Pro Controller appear to be circulating online.

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Aug 11 • 1:27 PM EDT • Technology • ign.com
Bethesda Acknowledges Demand for Oblivion Remastered Patch, Calls for Calm

"We are looking into bringing [Switch 2 optimisations] to other platforms."

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Aug 11 • 1:00 PM EDT • Technology • digitalfoundry.net
Curtain Call Cabaret & Lounge launches new pay model for entertainment, food

The Curtain Call Cabaret & Lounge in downtown Medford has introduced an innovative Pay-What-You-Want model that includes both admission and its food menu. For all Curtain Call-produced performances, guests may […]

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Aug 11 • 12:30 PM EDT • Entertainment • rv-times.com
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Lucas Museum announces new restaurant inspired by Skywalker Ranch

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art on Tuesday announced its flagship restaurant, Skywalker Grill. Nestled at the top of the museum with sweeping city views, the classic American eatery is now taking reservations.

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Aug 11 • 12:00 PM EDT • Entertainment • latimes.com
University of Michigan Will Ease Up on Grades for Student Mental Health

The university will make first-semester grades pass or fail, to encourage students to explore different classes and lessen fears that “a low grade may have long-term consequences.”

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Aug 11 • 11:55 AM EDT • Health • nytimes.com
As Trump Media scraps some businesses, it’s doubling down on Truth Social and the president

The platform is offering a new service that grants fast access to Trump’s posts for a fee.

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Aug 11 • 11:24 AM EDT • Business • baltimoresun.com
Small business optimism rebounds to highest level since Aug. 2025: NFIB

Small businesses last month scaled back both actual and planned price increases for the first time this year, the National Federation of Independent Business said.

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Aug 11 • 11:22 AM EDT • Business • cfodive.com
Pittsburgh Pirates Insider Drops Concerning Paul Skenes Update

A longtime Pittsburgh Pirates insider has weighed in about what could be causing Paul Skenes' struggles.

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Aug 11 • 10:38 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Dan Campbell gives update on Kerby Joseph injury timeline

Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph’s rehab appears to be going well, and we have a better idea of his return date.

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Aug 11 • 10:35 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
How extreme weather is becoming a business expense

Extreme weather is creating growing financial challenges for businesses and households as heat waves, storms, wildfires and heavy rain become more disruptive, The New York Times reports. In Chicago, for example, a bakery owner lost inventory and spent $1,700 on dry ice after a storm caused a power outage, while other businesses have faced higher […]

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Aug 11 • 10:29 AM EDT • Business • businessreport.com
What’s In The $100 ‘GTA VI’ Ultimate Edition, Which Most Fans Are Buying

While most players are upset the price of gaming is going up, a majority of them are willing to pay $100 for the GTA VI Ultimate Edition. Here's what's inside.

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Aug 11 • 10:16 AM EDT • Technology • forbes.com
Mexican restaurants receive low health inspection scores

A group of Mexican restaurants were among those getting low inspections scores this week.

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Aug 11 • 10:01 AM EDT • Health • elpasotimes.com
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New images of the sun show its surface in the finest detail yet

It’s dangerous to look directly at the sun without proper eye protection. But researchers were able to peek at its scorching surface with the help of the National Science Foundation’s Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope.

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Aug 11 • 10:00 AM EDT • Science • latimes.com
2026 NFL Christmas Games: Schedule, Teams, How to Watch

See the complete 2026 NFL Christmas Day schedule, including matchups, kickoff times, TV channels and streaming information for all three games.

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Aug 11 • 9:53 AM EDT • Sports • foxsports.com
iPhone 18 Pro Will Reportedly Start With 256GB of Storage

While the iPhone 17 Pro has double the base storage compared to the iPhone 16 Pro, there will apparently be no further increase this year. In a report this week estimating that the iPhone 18 Pro's bill of materials will be nearly 40% higher than the iPhone 17 Pro, Taiwanese research firm TrendForce said the iPhone 18 Pro will start with 256GB of storage, matching the iPhone 17 Pro's minimum capacity.

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Aug 11 • 9:50 AM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
LeBron James set to return to L.A. for Lakers-76ers Christmas matchup

LeBron James, who signed with the Philadelphia 76ers last month, will be making his return to Los Angeles on Dec. 25 when the Lakers host Philadelphia at Crypto.com Arena.

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Aug 11 • 9:50 AM EDT • Sports • latimes.com
Galaxy Z Fold 8’s wider shape still survives bend test, teardown shows off titanium and poor Qi placement [Video]

Durability is perhaps the single-biggest hesitation about folding phones, but Samsung has proven time and time again that its foldables...

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Aug 11 • 9:50 AM EDT • Technology • 9to5google.com
Rockport nonprofit sports complex completes $6.9M expansion

Midccoast Recreation Center sees over 100,000 visits each year. With the expansion, it's able to accommodate more programming and playtime.

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Aug 11 • 9:26 AM EDT • Sports • mainebiz.biz
Why GameStop’s bold $56-billion play for eBay is suddenly in doubt

(Bloomberg) -- GameStop Corp., led by Chief Executive Officer Ryan Cohen, is considering withdrawing its $56 billion bid for eBay Inc., according to people familiar with the matter.

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Aug 11 • 9:25 AM EDT • Business • latimes.com
Motorola Moto Watch (2026) review: Looks can be deceiving

Motorola’s Moto Watch looks like a capable and affordable timepiece, but looks are deceiving.

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Aug 11 • 9:15 AM EDT • Technology • engadget.com
Ari Emanuel’s Company to Acquire 7 Broadway Theaters and 10 in the West End

The purchase of ATG Entertainment, which operates dozens of venues worldwide, will require regulatory approval.

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Aug 11 • 9:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • nytimes.com
Under 500 Employees, Over $500 billion: Small Business Payroll Taxes

Small businesses, those with fewer than 500 employees, are a pillar in the U.S. economy and account for a large share of federal payroll tax revenues. These taxes are paid by both the employer and employee and are primarily used to fund the Social Se

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Aug 11 • 9:00 AM EDT • Business • advocacy.sba.gov
Ari Emanuel's Mari Acquires Theater Owner ATG Entertainment For $6B

The deal size has been estimated at $6 billion, as the live events company establishes a bigger foothold in the theater industry.

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Aug 11 • 9:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • hollywoodreporter.com
WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. to Participate in Upcoming Investor Conferences

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WEBTOON Entertainment Inc. (Nasdaq: WBTN) (“WEBTOON Entertainment” or “the Company”), a leading global entertainment company and home to some of the world’s largest storytelling platforms, today announced it will participate in the following upcoming investor conferences: Deutsche Bank 2026 Technology ConferenceAugust 26, 2026Location: Dana Point, CA Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology ConferenceSeptember 10, 2026Presentation Time: 4:25 PM PTLoc

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Aug 11 • 8:55 AM EDT • Entertainment • finance.yahoo.com
Mizzou discovery could change how scientists measure the universe

Study challenges a decades-old assumption used by astronomers to estimate the mass and evolution of distant galaxies.

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U.S. small business sentiment surged to an 11-month high in July as hiring plans jumped

The optimism index climbed 2.4 points to 99.8, surpassing its 52-year average, while planned hiring jumped to its highest level since October 2022

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Aug 11 • 8:26 AM EDT • Business • qz.com
U.S. Says It Revoked More Than 175,000 Visas Under Trump

Most visas were rescinded over criminal accusations, the State Department said, while some were revoked from people who had celebrated the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

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Aug 11 • 8:02 AM EDT • Politics • nytimes.com
Victor Wembanyama's Hall of Fame Hype Isn't Premature

Victor Wembanyama hasn't been in the NBA nearly long enough to warrant serious Hall of Fame discussions, but if he stays anywhere close to the same trajectory he's on, it's only a matter of time.

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Aug 11 • 8:00 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Abbott and Google launch first-of-its-kind partnership to transform everyday health through glucose insights and AI

Multi-year collaboration combines ongoing glucose insights from Abbott's Lingo biowearable with Google Health's technology to create a more comprehensive view of personal health Partnership...

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Aug 11 • 8:00 AM EDT • Health • abbott.mediaroom.com
Cardinal Health forecasts full-year profit above estimates on specialty drug strength

U.S. drug distributor Cardinal Health on Tuesday forecast fiscal 2027 profit well above Wall Street expectations after ​topping fourth-quarter profit estimates, driven by sustained demand ‌for specialty drugs.

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Aug 11 • 7:39 AM EDT • Health • reuters.com
Three Political Tests

We look at three crucial primary elections.

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Aug 11 • 6:45 AM EDT • Politics • nytimes.com
Cardinal Health Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2026 Results and Provides Fiscal Year 2027 Guidance

Fourth quarter revenue increased 6% to $63.7 billion Fourth quarter GAAP1 diluted EPS increased 70% to $1.70 Excluding a one-time positive impact of $0.31 from...

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Aug 11 • 6:45 AM EDT • Health • prnewswire.com
GTA 6 might not cost $100, but most of the people pre-ordering it are buying it at that price, Take-Two reveals

Rockstar put a lot of effort into enticing people into pre-ordering the more expensive Ultimate edition.

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Aug 11 • 6:42 AM EDT • Technology • eurogamer.net
The U.S. Healthcare System is Already Mostly Socialized

Now that Abdul El-Sayed is the Democratic nominee for Michigan’s open Senate seat, the outcome of this crucial race will depend mainly on two things: Whether Republicans succeed in demonizing El-Sayed because he’s brown and a Muslim, and whether they succeed in demonizing him as a left-wing radical. I will defer for the now the question of whether bigotry will be effective this year, although I will address it another day. What I want to address instead is El-Sayed’s signature issue — healthcare. Yes, El-Sayed advocates Medicare for All, a position the usual suspects denounce as “socialism.” I will get to the politics of his stance soon. Today, however, I want to talk about the substance. We should be clear that El-Sayed doesn’t even call himself a socialist. On the contrary, he explicitly disavows the label, saying “I’m a capitalist who just knows about capitalism”. In fact, as I explained in a previous post, the policies that El-Sayed advocates qualify him as a social democrat, not a socialist. Still, El-Sayed advocates a system under which the government would pay almost all medical expenses. Isn’t that socialism? Well, if that is the criterion then much of U.S. healthcare is already socialist. In fact, the government’s role is so large that U.S. healthcare is better described as partially privatized socialism than as anything resembling a free market. Let’s start with the raw numbers on health insurance, which pays the bulk of Americans’ medical expenses. Americans receive health insurance either from private companies or from public programs, overwhelmingly Medicare and Medicaid. Here’s what the breakdown of coverage and spending between private and public looked like in 2024: While a majority of Americans with health insurance get it from private companies, well over 100 million of us are covered by government programs instead. And these government programs pay more total dollars for medical bills than the private insurers do. Why do government programs that cover a minority of the population account for a majority of health insurers’ outlays? Mainly because Medicare covers seniors, and we’re expensive. Also, while Medicaid covers many younger Americans, disabled and elderly beneficiaries account for most of its spending. Even by the raw numbers, then, U.S. health insurance looks as much public as private. But that understates the government’s role: Private health insurance in the U.S. is both highly regulated and heavily subsidized. This is obviously true for the insurance coverage purchased by tens of millions of Americans through the exchanges established by the Affordable Care Act. But employment-based health insurance, which covers 161 million Americans, is far more of a government creation than most people realize. For employment-based insurance exists largely because of huge implicit government subsidies that come with major strings attached. Here’s how that works. If your employer pays you $10,000, that’s taxable income. But if your employer pays $10,000 toward a company health insurance plan that meets certain criteria, it isn’t taxable. That’s a huge effective subsidy, running at more than $300 billion a year. Take that subsidy into account, along with the more than $100 billion per year spent subsidizing policies purchased under the ACA, as well as the outlays on Medicare and Medicaid, and net effect is that the government pays for more than two-thirds of Americans’ health insurance. Granted, there are strings attached. Roughly speaking, employment-based health plans can’t discriminate based on medical history — that is, they can’t deny coverage to employees with pre-existing conditions — and they also can’t offer the plans only to highly compensated employees — a health plan that is only for the C-suite is considered taxable income. So given the restrictions of the federal tax code, employer-based health insurance is a lot like Obamacare, which also prohibits discrimination based on medical history and provides subsidies to make insurance affordable to lower-paid workers. The fact is that virtually all of private healthcare insurance is already well under some form of government control through regulation and tax subsidies. How should we think about this system? First of all, is Medicare socialist? Don’t tell anyone, but the way Medicare operates — it covers every senior’s medical expenses, whatever they turn out to be, while being funded by taxes that depend on one’s income — could be summarized by the old Marxist slogan “From each according to his ability, to each according to his need.” And back in 1961, when Ronald Reagan was the face of a last-ditch effort by the American Medical Association to block the creation of Medicare, he denounced Medicare as “socialized medicine” and warned that it would destroy our freedom. In reality, American freedom survived until Jan. 20, 2025, while Medicare is immensely popular, with an 82 percent favorable rating in the most recent KFF survey. Medicaid, government health insurance for lower-income Americans, comes in at 73 percent. This is in sharp contrast to public views about private insurers, who are widely disliked if not hated and accused of denying essential care. Furthermore, if Medicare is socialism, then the whole U.S. health insurance system, with the government paying most of the bills and placing conditions on private insurers, is almost equally socialist. If you insist on calling any program the government pays for and regulates socialist, then U.S. healthcare would best be described as a partially privatized form of socialism. And one must ask, what is the point of the part that is privatized? Do private insurers add anything positive? Or are they simply parasites, skimming off money that could have been paying for care? The case for viewing insurers as parasites is strong. Many Medicare benefits are now delivered via Medicare Advantage, that is, plans paid for by the government but run through insurance companies. MedPAC, an independent advisory commission, estimates that last year Medicare Advantage plans were overpaid by $84 billion, thanks to practices such as “upcoding,” in which patients’ health problems are overstated to get larger sums from Medicare. Assessing the waste from employer-based insurance is harder, but most evidence suggests that private insurers have substantially higher administrative costs than Medicare does. Furthermore, the complexity of private insurance, with multiple payers all trying to deny care when they can, is a huge burden both on providers — doctors, nurses, and hospitals — and on patients. What do private insurers offer to compensate for these costs? One must go through intellectual contortions to avoid the conclusion that they are, in fact, parasites. Which brings me back to El-Sayed. In supporting Medicare for All, he’s basically calling for an end to the partial, parasitic privatization of a healthcare system that is already hugely dependent on public funding. When one looks at it that way, it’s not at all a radical proposal. Admittedly, the political lift requires overcoming the opposition to higher taxes to pay for Medicare for All. Political realism rather than economics was the reason I and many other progressives supported Obamacare, with all its complexities, rather than demanding an immediate move to Medicare for All. But the political calculus may very well have shifted since the 2000s, as Americans are fed up with a system of unaffordable premiums, rampant claim denials, and byzantine claim administration. Moreover, funding healthcare insurance through taxation would allow for a much more progressive distribution of the cost. That is, compared to the present system, middle-income households would pay less as high-income households would pay more. And the U.S. would stop wasting large sums on pointless administrative costs. So let’s be clear: El-Sayed’s healthcare platform is perfectly reasonable on the merits of cost, fairness and health efficacy. And with private insurers never more hated, while millions of Americans are losing their health insurance, 2026 may be its time. MUSICAL CODA

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Aug 11 • 6:33 AM EDT • Health • paulkrugman.substack.com
US small-business sentiment rises to 11-month high in July, labor shortages a worry

U.S. ​small-business sentiment increased to an 11-month high in July amid a surge in the share ‌of owners reporting plans to boost hiring, suggesting that last month's slump in nonfarm payrolls was probably temporary.

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Aug 11 • 6:03 AM EDT • Business • reuters.com
US small-business sentiment rises to 11-month high in July, labor shortages a worry

WASHINGTON, Aug 11 (Reuters) - U.S. small-business sentiment increased to an 11-month high in July amid a surge in the share of owners reporting plans to boost hiring, suggesting that last month's slump in nonfarm payrolls was ​probably temporary. The ...

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Aug 11 • 6:03 AM EDT • Business • kfgo.com
Yankees legend says goodbye as he battles health issues: ‘Thank you & God Bless’

Former MLB pitcher Tommy John, a four-time All-Star, missed New York Yankees' Old-Timers' Day this past weekend.

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Aug 11 • 6:01 AM EDT • Health • sports.yahoo.com
Wisconsin considers democratic socialist for governor amid US wave of progressive wins

Francesca Hong is Democratic frontrunner in four-way primary race to lead the swing state, a test of anti-establishment sentiment

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Aug 11 • 6:00 AM EDT • Politics • theguardian.com
Trump loves data centers. Americans hate them

If there’s a true populist issue built for our time, it might be opposition to AI data centers. Lawmakers and candidates from both parties across states are increasingly positioning themselves as critics of data center proliferation. And recent primary results suggest it’s a pretty potent issue.

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Aug 11 • 6:00 AM EDT • Politics • cnn.com
GTA 6's $100 PS5 Ultimate Edition Is Getting More Pre-Orders Than the Cheaper Version

But that's to be expected

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Aug 11 • 6:00 AM EDT • Technology • pushsquare.com
A Badgers defensive lineman is ready for a fresh start

Hammond Russell IV came to Wisconsin after five seasons of loyalty to West Virginia, and after earning a degree.

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Aug 11 • 6:00 AM EDT • Sports • captimes.com
APT’s Two ‘Gentlemen’ of Verona plays like a teen drama

Playwright and director Aaron Posner spins “Two ‘Gentlemen’ of Verona” into a heartsick teen romance with a folk music score.

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Aug 11 • 6:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • captimes.com
US Small-Business Optimism Rises to an Almost One-Year High

US small-business optimism rose in July to the highest level in almost a year as firms ramped up hiring plans and inflation pressures eased.

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Aug 11 • 6:00 AM EDT • Business • bloomberg.com
Darline Graham faces battle for her brother's seat in South Carolina senate primary

Republican voters in South Carolina return to the polls Tuesday for the second time in two months to decide who will take the place of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham.

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Aug 11 • 5:17 AM EDT • Politics • abcnews.com
Spangler's poor health requires urgent testimony, judge rules

Attorneys for the indicted men and the state agree: Sheriff Tom Spangler, who is fighting pancreatic cancer, should testify under oath without delay.

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Aug 11 • 5:09 AM EDT • Health • knoxnews.com
Democrats Plan New Push to Defeat Max Miller in Ohio After Abuse Accusations

The party’s congressional campaign arm added Mr. Miller’s opponent, Brian Poindexter, to its highly competitive “Red to Blue” list.

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Aug 11 • 5:04 AM EDT • Politics • nytimes.com
Democrats Plan New Push to Defeat Max Miller in Ohio After Abuse Accusations

The party’s congressional campaign arm added Mr. Miller’s opponent, Brian Poindexter, to its highly competitive “Red to Blue” list.

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Aug 11 • 5:04 AM EDT • Politics • nytimes.com
Video: How We’re Covering an ‘Identity Crisis’ in Politics

Recent primary wins have posed critical questions for both Republicans and Democrats as they head into the fall midterms. Carolyn Ryan, managing editor of The New York Times, shares how reporters approach coverage of shifting political dynamics.

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Aug 11 • 5:03 AM EDT • Politics • nytimes.com
The Perseids Meteor Shower Is Peaking. Here’s How to Watch.

The Perseids will be most active on Wednesday into Thursday morning, on the moonless night after a total solar eclipse.

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Aug 11 • 5:00 AM EDT • Science • nytimes.com
Candeeland Indoor Playground set to bring new family entertainment option to Valley Mall

EL CENTRO — Families in the Imperial Valley will soon have a new place for children to play, explore, and spend time together as Candeeland prepares to open an approximately

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Aug 11 • 3:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • ivpressonline.com
A right to buy a product?

A recent story in Colorado Politics caught my eye, as I learned of a “citizen initiative” that has qualified for the November ballot. It seems supporters of Initiative 177 have collected enough signatures, 146,165 legitimate ones out of a total of 189,508 collected, to clear the hurdle needed for a proposal to appear on the […]

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Aug 11 • 3:00 AM EDT • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
Montana State students to help NASA science soar during 2026 total solar eclipse

BOZEMAN — Each total solar eclipse — when daytime skies darken and the sun briefly reveals its outer atmosphere, or corona — presents new opportunities to better understand our star,

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Aug 11 • 2:30 AM EDT • Science • bozemandailychronicle.com
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AGO Q2 Deep Dive: New Business Growth and Investment Volatility Shape Results

Financial guaranty insurer Assured Guaranty (NYSE:AGO) fell short of the market’s revenue expectations in Q2 CY2026, with sales falling 30.6% year on year to $195 million. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.23 per share was 23.2% below analysts’ consensus estimates.

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Aug 11 • 1:17 AM EDT • Business • finance.yahoo.com
She lost her job and found fulfillment working part time at a garden

After getting laid off, single mom Leslie Friday took a part-time job that was the complete opposite of her career while she continued her job search.

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Aug 11 • 12:03 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Webtoon Entertainment bets on gaming to expand its global IP business

Webtoon Entertainment CFO David Lee says he is optimistic about its business outlook, with the company betting on gaming to expand its global IP business, while leveraging AI to promote human creativity and deepen fan engagement.

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Aug 10 • 11:47 PM EDT • Entertainment • cnbc.com
Webtoon Entertainment bets on gaming to expand its global IP business

Webtoon Entertainment CFO David Lee says he is optimistic about its business outlook, with the company betting on gaming to expand its global IP business, while leveraging AI to promote human creativity and deepen fan engagement.

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Aug 10 • 11:47 PM EDT • Business • cnbc.com
Homeland Security intensifies pursuit of noncitizens on voter rolls

Immigrants who said they inadvertently registered to vote while obtaining or renewing driver’s licenses are increasingly facing deportation under the Trump administration.

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Aug 10 • 11:14 PM EDT • Politics • seattletimes.com
2 fatally shot while leaving business on Chicago's South Side, police say

Three suspects opened fire on two people as they left a business Monday evening on Chicago's South Side, killing both victims, authorities said.

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Aug 10 • 9:39 PM EDT • Business • fox32chicago.com
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Surprising Lions linebacker Building Legitimate 53-Man Roster Case

The Detroit Lions added a bunch of new faces through free agency this offseason, including Joe Bachie. The veteran linebacker signed a one-year deal with the Lions after the draft in late April. Bachie spent the 2025 campaign in the AFC South, playing five games with the Colts before being placed on injured reserve with a foot injury and eventually being released with an injury settlement. Bachie landed on his feet with the Tennessee Titans but only served as a special teamer in Nashville.

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Aug 10 • 8:27 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
An Elaborate Ruse: Trump Secretly Used Military Jet to Leave Turkey Amid Threats

President Trump hid in an airport catering cart and was taken to a military jet for a secret flight out of country after the NATO summit last month.

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Aug 10 • 8:17 PM EDT • Politics • nytimes.com
Ernst Names Small Business of the Week, Lone Arranger

Read the release on Sen. Ernst's website HERE. Throughout this Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa’s 99 counties. RED OAK, Iowa – U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Chair of the Senate Small Business Committee, today announced her Small Business of the Week: Lone Arranger of Adams County. Throughout the 119th Congress, Chair Ernst plans to recognize a small business in each of Iowa's 99 counties. "Lone Arranger has been in full bloom in Adams County for more than 28 years,” said Chair Ernst. "One bouquet at a time, Jessica has created beautiful arrangements for countless occasions – from displays for Governors Chet Culver and Terry Branstad to serving as a longtime vendor at the Adams County Fair. Lone Arranger is beloved for its high-quality products and attentive customer service, all stemming from hard work that has not gone unnoticed." Lone Arranger got its start as the “Flower and Garden Center” founded by Dale and Caroline Jackson out of their home. Over the years, the business passed into the hands of Larry and Sherry Archer, followed by Ros and Darlene Peterson. In 1999, Jessica Wilson purchased the shop after completing two internships there and earning a degree in floriculture from Kirkwood Community College. Today, under Jessica’s leadership, Lone Arranger has continued to grow its presence both locally and beyond. The shop contributed to the award-winning Rain Bird float featured in the 2010 Tournament of Roses Parade and has provided decorations for community organizations and events, including the Adams County Chamber of Commerce. The florist is cherished by Iowans for its versatility to cater to all events, including proms, weddings, and baby showers. Jessica’s “Operation Dream Closet” helps high schoolers in need access free prom attire through donations and has made an exceptional difference in the local community. Stay tuned as Chair Ernst continues to recognize outstanding Iowa small businesses with her Small Business of the Week award. ###

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Aug 10 • 8:13 PM EDT • Business • sbc.senate.gov
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How a counterintelligence inquiry Into Trump’s Russia ties was derailed

Documents released by the White House shed new light on the demise of an often-overlooked 2017 FBI investigation.

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Aug 10 • 8:13 PM EDT • Politics • seattletimes.com
Odds show Shohei Ohtani is dethroned for NL MVP award

It's been a long time since Shohei Ohtani has had competition for the MVP award, and it appears the reigning MVP could be dethroned.

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Aug 10 • 8:05 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Cardinal Health Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2026 Results and Provides Fiscal Year 2027 Guidance

Fourth quarter revenue increased 6% to $63.7 billion Fourth quarter GAAP1 diluted EPS increased 70% to $1.70 Excluding a one-time positive impact of $0.31 from the recognition of the IEEPA tariff...

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Aug 10 • 8:00 PM EDT • Health • newsroom.cardinalhealth.com