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The Best K-Pop Albums Of 2026, Ranked (So Far)

From BTS to CORTIS, these are the best K-Pop albums to drop this year, so far.

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Aug 18 • 6:09 PM EDT • Entertainment • yahoo.com
CBS Sports Host Katie Mox Announces She's Left Network

Katie Mox confirmed this week that she's leaving CBS Sports just before the start of the 2026 NFL season. Mox has been working as both a host and betting analyst for CBS Sports, making appearances on "CBS Sports HQ Spotlight" and "Fantasy Football Today." Although she has become quite popular, she ...

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Aug 18 • 12:38 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Male Neanderthal hips looked more like a human woman's hips

The hip bones don’t lie.

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Aug 18 • 12:00 PM EDT • Science • popsci.com
Narwhal tusks are twisty, magical mathematical marvels

Their single long tooth twists in opposite directions.

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Aug 18 • 11:00 AM EDT • Science • popsci.com
Madonna leads 2026 MTV Video Music Awards nominations, followed by Taylor Swift

Madonna leads the 2026 MTV Video Music Award nominations. The network announced the nominations Tuesday. The pop icon has 19 competitive MTV VMA wins to her name. She also won

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Aug 18 • 9:09 AM EDT • Entertainment • lancasteronline.com
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In 1926, a Russian biologist tried to create a human-chimpanzee hybrid

Luckily, the cruel experiment never happened.

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Aug 18 • 9:03 AM EDT • Science • popsci.com
A popular sleeping pill stuns scientists with unexpected Alzheimer’s breakthrough - Futura-Sciences

An Unlikely Ally Hidden in the Medicine Cabinet Alzheimer’s disease, the bane of an aging brain, might just have found itself an unexpected friend right in our own pharmacies. Researchers from Washington University in St. Louis have shed new light on the connection between sleep and brain health. They found...

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Aug 18 • 7:00 AM EDT • Science • futura-sciences.com
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Astronomy and space sciences are soaring right now with kids. Keeping them engaged is much harder.

Science, pop-culture are converging at a crucial time for STEM recruitment. But some methods work better than others.

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Aug 18 • 6:00 AM EDT • Science • denverpost.com
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Zach Lahn is MAHA’s great farm country hope. Is he the populist hero he claims to be?

He’s running for Iowa governor on promises to bust up Big Ag. But some farmers are questioning his authenticity.

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Aug 18 • 6:00 AM EDT • Politics • motherjones.com
Over 170,000 Nonprofits Lost All Their Data. Is Microsoft to Blame?

When the tech giant retired a popular software grant, years of nonprofit data vanished with it.

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Aug 18 • 5:40 AM EDT • Technology • slate.com
Everyone Watches Women’s Sports, Including ‘Ted Lasso’ Fans

The show’s focus on a women’s squad mirrors a broader increase in the popularity of women’s team sports. Now the series faces a challenge: pleasing old fans while welcoming new ones.

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Aug 18 • 5:02 AM EDT • Sports • nytimes.com
How one region in eastern Germany is getting a second chance

After decades of population decline, Saxony-Anhalt in eastern Germany is seeing a surprising turnaround. But as support for the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) grows, many fear the revival could be under threat.

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Aug 18 • 2:38 AM EDT • Politics • dw.com
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300 years of mummies found in ancient Egyptian tomb

At least 20 people and one dog reside in the Theban Necropolis chamber.

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Aug 18 • 12:00 AM EDT • Science • popsci.com
On World Humanitarian Day, INEW warns that aid and health workers are being killed by explosive weapons in populated areas

News and Press Release in English on World and 4 other countries about Protection and Human Rights and Safety and Security; published on 18 Aug 2026 by INEW

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Aug 17 • 8:00 PM EDT • Health • reliefweb.int
KCON fans pack L.A. Convention Center for K-pop, K-dramas and community

KCON brings fans together through K-pop, K-beauty and Korean culture, creating a community for fans from across the country.

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Aug 17 • 3:24 PM EDT • Entertainment • latimes.com
TikTok helps scientists discover new underground, translucent eel in India

Finding 'Gangaichthys indonepalicus' required hand pumping over 600 gallons of water.

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Aug 17 • 3:04 PM EDT • Science • popsci.com
Reddit begins testing a new audio and video experience, similar to popular TikTok videos

Reddit is beginning to test video and audio versions of popular posts, allowing users to watch or listen to Reddit stories instead of just reading them.

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Aug 17 • 2:42 PM EDT • Technology • techcrunch.com
‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Lenders Pitch Loans for Needs Like Electricity and Rent

The rapid growth of pay-later loans raises questions about whether their popularity is driven by consumer preference or desperation.

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Aug 17 • 1:35 PM EDT • Business • nytimes.com
Arepa Zone: “After 12 years in business, we’re facing the biggest challenge we’ve ever encountered.”

1121 14th Street, NW Thanks to Alexandra for passing on the tough request from the Arepa Zone: "This update is a tough one to write. If you’re a personal friend, you’ve probably already heard a little about what we’re going through. If not, we wanted to share honestly where Arepa Zone is today. After 12

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Aug 17 • 1:15 PM EDT • Technology • popville.com
Fox Sports will broadcast 35 women's volleyball matches, including 8 on Fox

As women's college volleyball continues to see an increase in popularity on television, Fox Sports announced Monday that it will air 35 matches, including eight on Fox, this season.

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Aug 17 • 12:43 PM EDT • Sports • wral.com
Scientists put tiny backpacks on crayfish

However, keeping tabs on these four-inch-long freshwater creatures can get a bit sticky.

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Aug 17 • 12:17 PM EDT • Science • popsci.com
800 Pounds of Butter Arrives for New York State Fair Sculpture

The Great New York State Fair is gearing up for one of its most popular attractions.

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Aug 17 • 12:13 PM EDT • Entertainment • wktv.com
New Hampshire's Medicaid-Public Health Partnership

Explore New Hampshire’s Medicaid-public health partnership and its impact on the state’s population, gathering key takeaways for success in your own state.

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Aug 17 • 12:00 PM EDT • Health • astho.org
Sports Jawn brings Philly sports treasures to the National Liberty Museum

Sports fans can now check out the new pop-up exhibit inside the National Liberty Museum in Old City called Sports Jawn. The collection features about 100 pieces of memorabilia, including Mike Schmidt's locker, jerseys worn by Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarb.

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Aug 17 • 9:20 AM EDT • Sports • 6abc.com
Southern right whales have bumpy ‘fingerprints’ on their heads

Photographs from citizen scientists and whale watchers help identify the cetaceans off the coast of Patagonia.

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Aug 17 • 9:00 AM EDT • Science • popsci.com
Pope says sport can be ‘prophecy of peace’ ahead of Mediterranean Games

As Athletica Vaticana prepares to take part in the Mediterranean Games, Pope Leo XIV expresses his hopes that the event held in southern Italy may ...

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Aug 17 • 7:18 AM EDT • Sports • vaticannews.va
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Indie developer of popular stock market game says Sony is blocking a PS5 release and delisting its previous games

STONKS-9800 is no longer coming to PS5 and all of Ternox’s previous games are being pulled…

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Aug 17 • 6:48 AM EDT • Technology • videogameschronicle.com
Sony Unilaterally Blocks Release of Popular Indie Game

Stonks-9800 developer Ternox Games claims they broke no rules and have been unfairly banned by Sony.

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Aug 16 • 10:10 PM EDT • Technology • dualshockers.com
Anne Hathaway reacts to Julie Andrews saying she won’t do ‘Princess Diaries 3’

Anne Hathaway reacts to Julie Andrews announcing she won’t be in ‘The Princess Diaries 3’ and reveals what she’ll miss most about the ‘Mary Poppins’ star on set.

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Aug 16 • 7:40 PM EDT • Entertainment • ew.com
TWICE's Jeongyeon Leaves JYP Entertainment, Will Remain a Group Member

The K-pop star announces she is leaving the company after more than years.

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Aug 16 • 6:52 PM EDT • Entertainment • yahoo.com
Magnolia Bakery joins changing business landscape in Louisville

A pop culture bakery that's garnered fame opens Tuesday in Louisville’s NuLu neighborhood as nearby businesses watch the area continue to grow and change.

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Aug 16 • 3:39 PM EDT • Business • spectrumnews1.com
The world's largest electric plane takes flight

The 25,000-pound aircraft flew for 27 minutes.

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Aug 16 • 1:00 PM EDT • Science • popsci.com
The Roku TV Best Buy Shoppers Recommend The Most

Roku TVs are popular for users who want a smart TV with minimal hassle, and this model has proven to be the most popular among owners.

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Aug 16 • 11:17 AM EDT • Technology • bgr.com
Byron business celebrates grand opening thanks to Business Builder Grant

LINCOLM, Neb. — A year ago, Free Day Popcorn in Byron received a Business Builder Grant award through the Nebraska Regional Food Systems Initiative — part of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Rural Prosperity Nebraska. This...

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Aug 16 • 10:33 AM EDT • Business • thefencepost.com
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Can't whistle? It's not you, it's mouth geometry.

But with some practice you can likely get there.

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Aug 16 • 8:01 AM EDT • Science • popsci.com
Pork and politics: Canadians bring trade pitch to Iowa state fair

DES MOINES — Pork is a popular topic at the Iowa State Fair as hungry patrons mow down on barbecue and curious children gaze with wide eyes at the state's biggest pig.

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Aug 16 • 6:00 AM EDT • Politics • ca.finance.yahoo.com
How McKinsey employees started a popular backpacking retreat

Alex Harman organizes hiking retreats for McKinsey colleagues to places such as Kilimanjaro and Patagonia. The latest filled 100 spots in three hours.

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Aug 16 • 4:11 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Richmond Baker Combines Science and Passion in Cottage Bakery

Valeriya Romashchenko opened Cuprum Bakery in 2024, offering sourdough and other baked goods produced in her home kitchen in the Inner Richmond. The popularity of Romashchenko’s cottage bakery, lik…

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Aug 16 • 1:46 AM EDT • Science • richmondsunsetnews.com
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Dritwood Outdoors: Wildlife science demands effective communication

Wildlife management has come a long way from the days of Aldo Leopold traversing the New Mexico mountains on horseback and the Wisconsin River Valley by canoe. Back then, most decisions were based primarily on observation and experience. Today, highly trained wildlife biologists use sophisticated research, technology and mountains of data to understand everything from population dynamics and habitat needs to disease transmission and predator-prey relationships.

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Aug 16 • 1:00 AM EDT • Science • newstribune.com
Wildlife science demands effective communication

Wildlife management has come a long way from the days of Aldo Leopold traversing the New Mexico mountains on horseback and the Wisconsin River Valley by canoe. Back then, most decisions were based primarily on observation and experience. Today, highly trained wildlife biologists use sophisticated research, technology and mountains of data to understand everything from population dynamics and habitat needs to disease transmission and predator-prey relationships.

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Aug 16 • 12:00 AM EDT • Science • newstribune.com
Are You Really ‘Maxxing’ Your Health? What to Know About 4 Viral Health Hacks

“Maxxing” trends are growing in popularity on social media, but experts say these health hacks, which promote optimizing nutrition, sleep, and fertility, may be ineffective or even pose health risks.

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Aug 15 • 10:00 PM EDT • Health • healthline.com
Armenian Genocide survivors' grandson says 'political motives' block recognition

In 1915, the Ottoman Empire began the systematic deportation and massacre of its Armenian population. As many as 1.5 million Armenians were killed – widely regarded by historians as the twentieth century's…

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Aug 15 • 3:03 PM EDT • Politics • rfi.fr
‘American Pie’ star Shannon Elizabeth to ‘push boundaries’ on OnlyFans

NEW YORK — “American Pie” star Shannon Elizabeth plans to “push those boundaries” on her popular OnlyFans account. The 52-year-old performer claims she made $1 million in nine days when

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Aug 15 • 2:49 PM EDT • Entertainment • thederrick.com
Democrats look to states with Black, Latino voters to build momentum in 2028

Democrats on Saturday finalized their 2028 presidential primary schedule, elevating states with diverse populations to the front of a calendar that will shape their party’s fight for an open White House seat.

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Aug 15 • 2:26 PM EDT • Politics • cnn.com
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10 moving images from the International Nature Photography Festival

A reminder that our planet is worth protecting.

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Aug 15 • 1:00 PM EDT • Science • popsci.com
How to tell if your AI platforms’ accounts have been hacked

A guide on how to check if hackers have broken into your accounts on the most popular AI platforms.

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Aug 15 • 12:10 PM EDT • Technology • techcrunch.com
Zelensky regains control after a month of political crisis

After dismissing his popular defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, and sparking anger in the streets and within the opposition, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appears to have contained the unrest, but has emerged weakened.

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Aug 15 • 12:01 PM EDT • Politics • lemonde.fr
Kingdom Hearts' first-ever anime TV series coming to Disney+

The popular Square Enix video game starring Mickey Mouse and friends is getting a TV show.

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Aug 15 • 10:44 AM EDT • Entertainment • mashable.com
Eating potatoes reshaped the DNA of Indigenous Andeans

You really are what you eat.

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Aug 15 • 10:23 AM EDT • Science • popsci.com
Matthew McConaughey teases political ambitions after meeting the Pope

Matthew McConaughey tells USA TODAY about his recent meeting with the Pope and whether that changed his perspective on running for political office.

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Aug 15 • 10:01 AM EDT • Politics • usatoday.com
What to remove from photos before posting online

Be careful what you share with others—AI can tell where you are. It's time to check those privacy settings, and we'll tell you how.

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Aug 15 • 8:00 AM EDT • Science • popsci.com
Democrats and their big roll of the dice

For Republicans on the ballot this fall, the hand they are forced to play is rather set. Even if so many of them had not so meekly submitted to President Donald Trump’s agenda, they would still be largely tethered to the President’s unpopularity and depth-charge-level approval ratings. On the other hand, Democrats, as the party […]

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Aug 15 • 6:31 AM EDT • Politics • coloradopolitics.com
Wildlife science demands effective communication

Wildlife management has come a long way from the days of Aldo Leopold traversing the New Mexico mountains on horseback and the Wisconsin River Valley by canoe. Back then, most decisions were based primarily on observation and experience. Today, highly trained wildlife biologists use sophisticated research, technology and mountains of data to understand everything from population dynamics and habitat needs to disease transmission and predator-prey relationships.

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Aug 14 • 9:05 PM EDT • Science • therepublic.com
Brandon Butler column: Wildlife science demands effective communication

Wildlife management has come a long way from the days of Aldo Leopold traversing the New Mexico mountains on horseback and the Wisconsin River Valley by canoe. Back then, most decisions were based primarily on observation and experience. Today, highly trained wildlife biologists use sophisticated research, technology and mountains of data to understand everything from population dynamics and habitat needs to disease transmission and predator-prey relationships.

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Aug 14 • 8:45 PM EDT • Science • dailyjournal.net
Matthew McConaughey teases political ambitions after meeting the Pope

NEW YORK – For Matthew McConaughey, meeting the Pope was a bit like going to the Oscars.

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Aug 14 • 7:52 PM EDT • Entertainment • centraloregondaily.com
Trump stumps in N.Y. suburbs, highlighting a dilemma for his party

The president can help rally his core supporters but remains deeply unpopular in many swing areas.

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Aug 14 • 7:18 PM EDT • Politics • washingtonpost.com
New Science Is Forcing Us to Rethink the Moment We Die

On the latest episode of “The Astounding Pop Mech Show,” Andrew Daniels, Shawn Gorman, and John Gilpatrick discuss what it really means to die.

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Aug 14 • 5:11 PM EDT • Science • popularmechanics.com
Trump visiting Long Island to boost Bruce Blakeman’s gubernatorial run with speech on crime

Trump is also hoping to bolster GOP chances of holding onto the House of Representatives in the fall midterm elections, although analysts say he could weigh down candidates in suburbs where he is deeply unpopular.

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Aug 14 • 12:07 PM EDT • Politics • nydailynews.com
Seahawks news: Insider explains Terrion Arnold's complicated suspension status

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport broke down the complicated suspension status for Seahawks CB Terrion Arnold on Friday.

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Aug 14 • 10:58 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
You Don’t Always Need a Student ID for Apple’s Back-to-School Deals

Apple has a hidden certified refurbished store that offers the popular MacBook Neo for $100 off.

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Aug 14 • 8:40 AM EDT • Technology • cnet.com
Pool sharing business takes off

The business of pool sharing is becoming more and more popular.

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Aug 14 • 7:59 AM EDT • Business • wfsb.com
Small Businesses Despise Trump’s Tariffs

Mere hours after the Trump administration's latest tariff scheme launched on July 24, the government was sued again by the same small businesses that had already defeated prior White House tariff shenanigans, most notably at the Supreme Court. As Bloomberg Law reported, these companies are part of an “increasingly vocal cohort of business owners who emerged as the face of mom-and-pop tariff resistance.” What about Walmart Inc., Ford Motor Co. and the other titans of corporate America paying many

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Aug 14 • 5:00 AM EDT • Business • bloomberg.com
Mamdani’s ‘Bro’ Culture in City Hall: Sports, Memes, Nicknames for All

As much as Zohran Mamdani’s team runs on leftist idealism and social media hits, its style of governing also relies on humor, sports references and pop culture.

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Aug 14 • 3:00 AM EDT • Sports • nytimes.com
Yellow European mantis in Germany sparks a citizen science push to map new sightings

"They have been around since 2017 but the extreme heat made the population explode."

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Aug 13 • 9:49 PM EDT • Science • yahoo.com
Selena Gomez and her mental health startup accused of fraud

Several investors in Selena Gomez’s mental health startup Wondermind sued the popstar Thursday, claiming they were misled about the startup’s success and her involvement in it.

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Aug 13 • 5:35 PM EDT • Health • cnn.com
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Selena Gomez and her mental health startup accused of fraud

Several investors in Selena Gomez’s mental health startup Wondermind sued the popstar Thursday, claiming they were misled about the startup’s success and her involvement in it.

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Coming March 2027: the Idaho Health Priorities Conference

Boise State University’s School of Public and Population Health, in collaboration with the Idaho Public...

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Aug 13 • 3:11 PM EDT • Health • boisestate.edu
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Selena Gomez Accused of Fraud by Mental-Health Startup Investors

Pop star Selena Gomez is being accused of fraud by investors who claim she failed to deliver on promises to leverage her global celebrity and social-media following to promote her mental-health startup, which collapsed last year.

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Aug 13 • 1:38 PM EDT • Health • bloomberg.com
Selena Gomez Accused of Fraud by Mental-Health Startup Investors

Pop star Selena Gomez is being accused of fraud by investors who claim she failed to deliver on promises to leverage her global celebrity and social-media following to promote her mental-health startup, which collapsed last year.

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Aug 13 • 1:38 PM EDT • Health • finance.yahoo.com
The Los Angeles Lakers’ Record $12.5 Billion Sale Resets The Market For Sports Teams

Less than a year after Mark Walter paid $10 billion for the team, he flipped it like a piece of real estate. But if there is a bubble for professional sports team ownership, it hasn’t shown any signs of popping yet.

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Aug 13 • 12:48 PM EDT • Sports • forbes.com
WWII motorcycle and soldiers emerge from river muck in Hungary

Historically low water levels in the Danube are revealing over 80 years of history.

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Aug 13 • 12:01 PM EDT • Science • popsci.com
Girls flag football elevated to 29th varsity sport in Ohio

The Browns were the driving force and led efforts in the elevation process, with the sport exploding in popularity

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Aug 13 • 11:41 AM EDT • Sports • clevelandbrowns.com
Putting tiny backpacks on butterflies—for science

With the Project Monarch App, users can track their 3,000-mile-long migration.

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Aug 13 • 11:09 AM EDT • Science • popsci.com
We smell different as we age. Here's why.

An odor-producing molecule 2-nonenal is only part of the story.

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Aug 13 • 9:03 AM EDT • Science • popsci.com
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Wooree Green Science Introduces LipoPrime™ Liposomal Ingredients to the U.S. Market with a Data-Driven Approach to Performance and Quality

Wooree Green Science Co., Ltd., a leader in advanced liposomal delivery technologies, announced that its LipoPrime™ liposomal ingredient platform is now available to U.S. dietary supplement and functional nutrition brands.

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Aug 13 • 8:00 AM EDT • Science • finance.yahoo.com
Twitch faces backlash over Amazon using content to train AI

Users of the popular streaming platform criticised allowing Amazon to use their data by dafault.

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Aug 13 • 6:39 AM EDT • Technology • bbc.com
Energy drinks are more popular than ever. Here’s what we know about the health risks.

Highly caffeinated energy drinks have been linked to heart problems, obesity and anxiety.

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Aug 13 • 5:00 AM EDT • Health • theexamination.org
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ star says Leonardo DiCaprio ‘put her off’ her BAFTAs performance: ‘He was not smiling’

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ singer Ejae cited uncomfortable eye contact with Leonardo DiCaprio as a reason for ‘mistakes’ in her ‘Golden’ performance at the BAFTAs: ‘He was not smiling.’

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Aug 12 • 8:49 PM EDT • Entertainment • ew.com
Asia-Pacific parliamentarians urge bolder action for universal health coverage, climate resilience and responsible AI

Parliamentarians representing 16 countries from across the Asia-Pacific region concluded the Ninth Meeting of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentarian Forum on Global Health (APPFGH) today, reaffirming their key role in advancing universal health coverage (UHC) amid the risks and opportunities posed by AI and climate change. In adopting the Phnom Penh Communiqué, parliamentarians urged fellow legislators regionwide to strengthen sustainable financing for UHC to widen access to health for all, including the most vulnerable populations; promote responsible governance of AI amid ethical concerns over this fast-evolving technology; and build climate-resilient health systems to anticipate and respond to mounting pressures ranging from rising sea levels in coastal areas to air pollution and other environmental degradation.The National Assembly of Cambodia, with support from Cambodia’s Ministry of Health and the World Health Organization (WHO), hosted the Forum in Phnom Penh from 11 to 13 August 2026 – the first time the Forum has convened in a Mekong country.Parliamentarians urge action to close gaps in accessIn the Communiqué, parliamentarians recognized that at-risk and marginalized groups are the ones most severely affected by gaps in access to health services. These groups include people living in poverty, women and children, persons with disabilities, older people, migrants, refugees, and those in rural, remote or island communities. The Communiqué urges fellow parliamentarians and policy-makers to advocate for laws and policies that support sustainable financing to protect people from financial hardship, with a focus on primary health care, prevention and equity. "The Communiqué is a call to action. It sets out ambitious, concrete measures that deliver meaningful impact on the ground. We are all accountable for advancing universal health coverage and translating our commitments into tangible results. Cambodia is fully committed to advancing UHC, including the promotion of ‘healthy people, prosperous country’ campaign,” said Samdech Maha Rathsapheathika Thipadei Khuon Sudary, President of the National Assembly of the Kingdom of Cambodia.His Excellency Professor Chheang Ra, Minister of Health of the Kingdom of Cambodia, highlighted the need for collaboration beyond the health sector. “Universal health coverage cannot be achieved by the Ministry of Health alone. It requires support, particularly from parliamentarians, across political, legislative, financial, social protection, education, infrastructure, and environmental domains. While each country follows its own path, one factor is universally critical for success: strong governance and leadership. We all believe in this principle, and in our respective political roles, we remain committed to strengthening these key success factors to ensure that no one is left behind.”Promoting responsible AI adoption Parliamentarians acknowledged that, while AI has already demonstrated its ability to improve access to health services and support delivery, careful and ethical governance is necessary to safeguard quality, safety, privacy and public trust. This underscores the importance of parliamentarians in promoting legal and regulatory frameworks addressing liability, records ownership and data governance, while embracing innovation that protects ethical practice.“Without strong governance, safeguards for privacy and data security, sustainable financing, and attention to those most at risk of exclusion, new technologies may widen existing gaps instead of closing them. This is why parliamentarians matter. We pass laws. We approve budgets. We scrutinize government action. We represent communities. We can ask whether health services are reaching rural, remote, ageing, poor, and marginalized populations. We can ask whether innovation is being guided by equity, evidence, and ethics,” said Hon. Man Hee Lee, President of the Asia-Pacific Parliamentarian Forum on Global Health.Building climate-resilient health systemsParliamentarians also reiterated that the climate crisis is a direct threat to people’s health and to achieving UHC more broadly, deepening the same gaps in access already faced by at-risk and marginalized communities. They recognized the need for WHO Member States to ensure sufficient national appropriations and oversight, and for parliamentarians to raise awareness in their constituencies and mobilize local action in building climate-resilient and sustainable health systems.“Universal health coverage, climate change and AI cannot be addressed in isolation. The same communities struggling to access health services today are often the ones most exposed to climate shocks, and most in need of the opportunities AI can offer if this technology is governed responsibly,” said Dr Saia Ma’u Piukala, WHO Regional Director for the Western Pacific. “Having served previously in this Forum myself as a parliamentarian from Tonga, I recognize how the Phnom Penh Communiqué reflects the shared resolve of legislators across the Asia-Pacific region: the laws parliamentarians pass and the budgets they approve help ensure this progress reaches the people who need it most.”As the Forum drew to a close, delegates reflected on what they would carry back to their own parliaments and constituencies.“I wish to share three points here worth carrying home from Phnom Penh: we need to invest in primary health care as the foundation of coverage; we need to remove the barriers that keep people from care, whether financial, geographic or social; and we need to build systems that are inclusive by design, protecting those most at risk of being left behind,” added Hon. Ouch Borith, First Vice-President of the Senate of the Kingdom of Cambodia.###Notes for editors:The Asia-Pacific Parliamentarian Forum on Global Health (APPFGH) is a platform for parliamentarians to exchange ideas, build political will, strengthen capacity and foster collaboration towards sustainable health action. This was the ninth meeting of the APPFGH, with the theme “Universal Health Coverage in the era of Climate Change and Artificial Intelligence”. Target 3.8 of the Sustainable Development Goals calls on countries to achieve universal health coverage, including financial risk protection, access to quality essential health services, and access to safe, effective, quality and affordable essential medicines and vaccines for all. In the Western Pacific, UHC service coverage index (SDG 3.8.1) rose from 63 in 2000 to 81 in 2023 (figures include Indonesia), and roughly one in four people in the Western Pacific have experienced financial hardship (SDG 3.8.2). Progress towards UHC in the Asia-Pacific region remains uneven, with hundreds of millions of people still lacking access to essential health services or facing financial hardship due to health-related expenses. Strengthening the role of parliaments – through legislation, financing and oversight – is central to closing this gap and accelerating progress towards UHC across the region.Parliamentarians participating in APPFGH in Cambodia this week include: Hon. Pehin Dato Adanan YUSOF, Brunei Darussalam; Hon. Rosmawatty ABDUL MUMIN, Brunei Darussalam; Hon. LORK Kheng, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. YOS Phanita, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. KHOUN Khundy, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. HENG Halim, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. KHOENG Noupheap, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. SENG Nhak, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. LY Sukry, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. NHOEURN Raden, Kingdom of Cambodia; Hon. Dr Ratu Atonio LALABALAVU, Republic of Fiji; Hon. Vijay NATH, Republic of Fiji; Hon. Man Hee LEE, Republic of Korea; Hon. Dr Jiho CHA, Republic of Korea; Hon. Jonghun BAEK, Republic of Korea; Hon. Youngsuk SEO, Republic of Korea; Hon. Dr Phayvanh KEOPASEUTH, Lao People’s Democratic Republic; Hon. Suhaizan Bin KAIAT, Malaysia; Hon. Dr Perpetua KONMAN, Federated States of Micronesia; Hon. Ganmaa DAVAASAMBUU, Mongolia; Hon. Charmaine SCOTTY, Republic of Naoero; Hon. Vincent Ambance KUMURA, Papua New Guinea; Hon. Dr Edwin CRUZADO, Republic of the Philippines; Hon. AUUAPAAU Mulipola Aloitafua Mulipola, Samoa; Hon. ASIATA TAVUI Tafu Salevao, Samoa; Hon. Dr Alani Petelo TANGITAU, Tonga; Hon. Paul PAOLO, Republic of Vanuatu; Hon. Franklyn Ezra WILLIAM, Republic of Vanuatu.For more information, contact: WHO Regional Office for the Western Pacific: wprocom@who.int National Assembly of the Kingdom of Cambodia (International Relations Department): ir.nacambodia@gmail.com

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Aug 12 • 8:00 PM EDT • Health • who.int
Car crashes into Trap House Chicken on Normandy Blvd.; owner says business will stay open

A car crashed into Trap House Chicken on Normandy Blvd. Wednesday afternoon, sending the popular restaurant into cleanup and recovery mode — but its owner says the doors will stay open.

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Aug 12 • 6:16 PM EDT • Business • news4jax.com
Money and politics play a role in public education curriculum gaining popularity in Texas

As Texas lawmakers put more restrictions on what is approved for the classroom, one expert told ABC13 that one curriculum has a clear advantage.

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Aug 12 • 6:07 PM EDT • Politics • abc13.com
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One Year In, Pope Leo XIV Reveals Political Divides Among U.S. Catholics

In his first year as the leader of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV has taken clear stances on many issues, including the U.S. immigration system and the war in Iran.

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Aug 12 • 3:51 PM EDT • Politics • prri.org
How faith leaders and public health leaders can address homelessness—together | Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

Harvard Chan School's Howard Koh discusses the importance of both health care and spiritual care for unhoused populations, and how both disciplines can contribute to ending the U.S. homelessness crisis.

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Aug 12 • 3:14 PM EDT • Health • hsph.harvard.edu
Popular blood pressure drug recalled

Novartis recalled a single lot of valsartan, a blood pressure/heart failure drug the company sells under the brand name Diovan. According to the FDA, this is a Class II recall.

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Aug 12 • 2:54 PM EDT • Business • cardiovascularbusiness.com
Honor Launches Its Long-Awaited Robot Phone And Yes It Can Wiggle At You

The big news with Honor's latest is the automated pop-up camera gimbal.

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Aug 12 • 1:42 PM EDT • Technology • engadget.com
Astronomers discover the existence of a ‘black hole star’

The never-before-seen objects are gargantuan, immensely bright, and ancient.

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Aug 12 • 11:00 AM EDT • Science • popsci.com
Small Business Spotlight: Specialty dental practice takes root on Market St.

WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO OPEN BLUE HERON ROOT CANAL SPECIALISTS? OWNER SARAH ERMOSHKIN: “I’ve always been an entrepreneur at heart. When I was 23 years old, I owned a cafe in Seattle, where I even fought to oppose oppressive sales taxes on espresso drinks. After selling that business, I got married and started a family. Once my children were in school, I attended dental school through the Navy Health Professions Scholarship Program (HPSP), which covered my tuition and provided a stipend. From the beginning, my goal was to eventually own my own practice after completing my military service. The work I do is incredibly rewarding and being able to create an environment that puts patients first while helping employees grow professionally makes every day as a business owner meaningful.” WHAT DOES YOUR BUSINESS PROVIDE? ERMOSHKIN: “Endodontists are often called ‘pain doctors’ because our primary mission is to relieve pain and save natural teeth. We specialize in root canal therapy, retreatment of nonhealing root canals, treatment of root resorption, apicoectomies – microsurgical root-end procedures – and vital pulp therapy for children. Our goal is to preserve teeth that might otherwise need to be extracted and replaced with implants. Saving a patient’s natural tooth is almost always the best long-term solution for their oral health.” HOW DOES YOUR MILITARY TRAINING HELP YOUR BUSINESS? ERMOSHKIN: “My military service taught me how to lead, collaborate and make decisions under pressure. I worked closely with senior leadership while treating a large patient population and collaborating with specialists across multiple disciplines. During the COVID-19 pandemic, (I) served a dual role as Navy dentist and as the public affairs officer for Naval Health Clinic Annapolis, where I helped develop medical and dental communications for the midshipmen and support staff, while coordinating with the broader Navy Capital Region. We worked closely with other military treatment facilities to share best practices and deliver consistent public health messaging. Those leadership experiences continue to shape how I lead my team and serve our patients today.” WHAT CHALLENGES ARE YOU FACING RIGHT NOW IN YOUR BUSINESS? ERMOSHKIN: “One of our biggest challenges is overcoming the misinformation surrounding root canal treatment. Root canals are safe, effective and often the best way to relieve pain while preserving a natural tooth. Unfortunately, many people choose extraction because they believe it’s less expensive or because they’ve seen misleading information online. What they may not realize is that losing a tooth can lead to shifting teeth, changes in the way they bite and chew and significantly higher costs to restore their smile later.”

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Aug 12 • 9:21 AM EDT • Business • wilmingtonbiz.com
Ben Affleck is running for mayor of L.A. when his son is kidnapped in ‘Animals’ teaser

Ben Affleck plays a man running for Los Angeles mayor whose son is kidnapped in the first teaser for ‘Animals.’ The thriller also stars Kerry Washington, Gillian Anderson, Steven Yeun, and more.

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Aug 12 • 9:00 AM EDT • Entertainment • ew.com
The adult brain can repair itself better than scientists thought

The adult brain may be far better at repairing itself than scientists once believed. In mice, researchers discovered a special group of support cells called astrocytes that respond to damaged brain tissue by rebuilding lost cellular networks. Rather than simply moving into the injured area, these cells perform a remarkable maneuver: they create new nuclei and send them traveling through long cellular extensions to repopulate damaged regions.

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Aug 12 • 8:00 AM EDT • Science • sciencedaily.com
Atlantic Trivia, August 12, 2026: Faith and Science

Spain marketed itself as the lone populated place where today’s solar eclipse “can be fully enjoyed”—a snub to what cloudy Nordic capital also in the path of totality?

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Aug 12 • 7:00 AM EDT • Science • theatlantic.com
Weird Science: Flush with data, North Carolina sewage is exposing community nutrition and food insecurity

A newly published study has successfully demonstrated that analyzing residual plant and animal DNA in municipal wastewater can deliver accurate, real-time population nutrition data. Researchers say this breakthrough could fundamentally change how public health officials monitor dietary habits, food insecurity, and economic health.

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Aug 12 • 6:28 AM EDT • Science • wunc.org
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Scooters are canceled, plus a sports agent and an unsolved murder

The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! Hide your best player today. Coming up: 🛴 In MLB, scooter angst 🔍 An unsolved murder 🏈 Minny’s new QB I need to express an old-man sentiment, one that’s festered within me for years: I loathe electric scooters. I recoil every time I travel to a city where they are popular, with sidewalks and plant beds awash in discarded lanky little vehicles. Also, as a new-ish dad, I always think about how dangerous they can be. Anyone,...

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Trial lawyers reclaim political clout in Texas GOP’s MAGA wing

Texas plaintiffs’ lawyers are bankrolling populist GOP insurgents. Tort reform groups like Texans for Lawsuit Reform are aghast.

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Aug 12 • 6:00 AM EDT • Politics • texastribune.org
Game Thread: Reds (56-61) at White Sox (61-56)

Sean Burke and the South Siders host Cincinnati for a three-game series, kicking it off with Pope Night at the park.

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Aug 11 • 7:08 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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HelloNation Article Outlines How to Grow Your Small Business Featuring Insurance Expert Tony Pope

How can small business owners take the next step after starting their venture? A HelloNation article answers this question with a clear set of strategies designed to guide entrepreneurs through the growth process. Featuring insights from Insurance Expert Tony Pope of Summerville, SC, the feature highlights planning, customer focus, marketing, and partnerships as essential tools for success.

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Aug 11 • 5:35 PM EDT • Business • finance.yahoo.com
Pinellas County increases mosquito control in Palm Harbor following Department of Health-Pinellas Dengue Fever alert

Pinellas County Mosquito Control is ramping up efforts to reduce mosquito populations and urging residents to take actions to protect themselves in...

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Our galaxy's supermassive black hole actually doesn't devour everything

Cosmic dust and water is withstanding radiation near the Milky Way galaxy's black hole, Saggitarius A*.

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Aug 11 • 3:58 PM EDT • Science • popsci.com
Alabama Republicans to pick nominee to challenge Democratic Rep. Figures in redrawn district

Six Republicans are competing in a special primary election Tuesday to challenge Democratic Rep. Shomari Figures in November. the district's Black voting age population dropped from 48% to 40%, making it more favorable for Republicans.

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Aug 11 • 1:32 PM EDT • Politics • pbs.org
Will Andy Burnham’s everyday fixes be enough to get the public on his side?

The prime minister’s money-saving policies are popular but they are yet to convince voters he can take on the big things

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Aug 11 • 1:30 PM EDT • Politics • theguardian.com
“Monumental Sports & Entertainment Unveils Bold Vision for Brand-New Capital One Arena”

courtesy Monumental Sports & Entertainment From Monumental Sports & Entertainment: "Monumental Sports & Entertainment (MSE) and Capital One today unveiled the next chapter of Capital One Arena: a world-class, next-generation sports and entertainment destination built to bring fans, athletes, businesses, and the broader Washington community together in the nation's capital. The transformation represents a significant

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