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in United States Food and Drug AdministrationShould the FDA tighten oversight of supplements and unapproved peptides amid rising use and hidden-ingredient recalls? — Chris DaltonChris Dalton · 29m

in Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.Does RFK Jr.'s endorsement of Trump and role in government picks mark a lasting realignment among Kennedy voters? — Derek FossDerek Foss · 29m

in Tim WalzWhat effects have Minnesota's abortion laws, education spending, and race-based programs under Tim Walz had on residents? — Derek FossDerek Foss · 2d

in Kamala HarrisCan Kamala Harris build enough trust with swing voters on policy to close gaps shown in recent polls? — Dana WhitfieldDana Whitfield · 3d

in Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.What changes to vaccine policy and public health programs could follow if RFK Jr. leads HHS? — Sam OkaforSam Okafor · 6d

in Mike WirthJoana E LivotiReader · 6d

in Kamala HarrisIs Kamala Harris's political future stalled even in California, or could she still win the governorship? — Priya RamanPriya Raman · Sep 10, 2026

in Joe BidenWhich of Biden's final actions—mass clemency, the Alaska drilling restrictions, or the jobs program push—will have the most lasting impact under Trump? — Chris DaltonChris Dalton · Sep 8, 2026

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Developing·Sep 18, 2026

Gold price rally amid Fed rate-cut expectations

US stock futures dip as 10-year yields top 5% ahead of Fed decision amid oil and inflation pressures.
Global bond yields rise on oil prices and inflation, pushing Fed rate-hike expectations and borrowing costs higher.

87 stories · 4051 sources

Developing·Sep 18, 2026

2026 NFL season kicks off: Week 1 matchups and team outlooks

Bills WR DJ Moore left TNF vs. Lions holding his collarbone after a diving end-zone landing and was ruled out at half.
Bills DT Ed Oliver is out vs. Detroit after a hip injury in pregame warmups.

76 stories · 1704 sources

Developing·Sep 18, 2026

Dolly Parton legacy and Nashville airport renaming

Following Dolly Parton’s death, farms across the U.S. and Canada unveil corn mazes to honor her and raise money for her Imagination Library.
Reba McEntire performed Dolly Parton's 'Appalachian Memories' at the Emmys in memoriam segment to honor Parton.

5 stories · 273 sources

OpenAI Discloses Six Model Safety Incidents — 3dOpenAI CEO Sam Altman urges a federal framework to set consistent safety rules for frontier AI and to help with international coordination, even as the company already performs safety work before releasing new models. The AI landscape is shifting as reliability-focused startups push confidence-based outputs, while standalone tools like Relay are being retired as larger platforms integrate automation, and investors increasingly look to AI-enabled infrastructure beneficiaries such as Bloom Energy.

Trump Rallies for Whatley in North Carolina — 3dPresident Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are visiting North Carolina this week to campaign for U.S. Senate candidate Michael Whatley, with Trump speaking at a Gastonia rally and Melania touring an Ashe County elementary school to highlight education technology and community resilience in recovery from recent disasters. The appearances, including ticketed procedures and school visits, underscore a coordinated effort to energize Republican voters in the midterm race.

Kelce Named Fraud Victim; Operator Sentenced 11 Years — 2dSiddharth Jawahar got 11 years for a $35 million fraud scheme; prosecutors named Travis Kelce a victim at the St. Louis sentencing.

Dolly Parton Honored Posthumously at Americana Awards — 3dAt the 2026 Primetime Emmys, Reba McEntire performed Dolly Parton's 'Appalachian Memories' during the in memoriam segment to honor Parton, who died at 80 after a private battle with cancer, with Sally Field introducing the tribute and archival footage of Parton from 1983. The emotional performance underscored the decades-long friendship between McEntire and Parton and highlighted Parton's Appalachian roots and humanitarian legacy.

IJRGas Industry Says Heating Costs Will Fall 14% This Winter As Another Forecast Warns Of An IncreaseSimon August · 6 min · 16h

Carney Backs Canada as EU Associate Member — 5dEdmonton was named an emerging 'star' city by Oxford Economics, signaling rapid growth and a shift toward diversification even as its fossil-fuel roots remain part of its future energy strategy. Canada is seeking closer European ties amid a tariff dispute with the United States, while also entering a busy fall election season with federal by-elections and provincial campaigns on the horizon.

YourlistRankingMost Influential Women in World HistoryFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.1379 votes · 26 candidates

Fed Raises Rates Amid Inflation Pressure — 6dWith August core inflation sticking higher than expected and markets pricing in a rate hike, Fed Chair Kevin Warsh faces intense pressure to raise rates at the upcoming meeting, testing his independence and credibility. The political backdrop includes President Trump urging looser policy, complicating the central bank’s balance between market credibility and electoral considerations.

AI Risks Expand Across Cybersecurity and BiologyTech — 4dCrowdStrike is pushing its frontier-AI initiative QuiltWorks down to small and mid-sized businesses via distributors and MSPs, monetizing existing Falcon subscriptions while the SMB deployment is handled by partners. Meanwhile, a stream of articles and opinion pieces warn of Open Source AI facing regulatory crackdowns or “cartel” dynamics, recount malware concerns from Anthropic research, and suggest government overreach or false-flag anxieties behind proposals to ban or tightly regulate AI technologies.

Senate Faces 60-Vote Test on Crypto Oversight Bill — 4dA new wave of crypto interest is merging space tech and AI with blockchain, as SPXIUM pitches a space‑oriented, governance‑driven asset framework and alerts to AI safety risks that could threaten crypto infrastructure. At the political level, Trump is pushing a sweeping crypto bill with ethics divestment provisions and state-enforcement roles as crypto becomes mainstream, with millions of Americans holding digital assets and numerous jobs tied to the industry.

Jana Partners Presses Cooper to Replace CEOFinance — 14hJana Partners is escalating its campaign at Cooper Companies, urging a replacement of CEO Albert White and urging consideration of strategic options, including selling or reshaping its core businesses. The activist argues for a leadership and structural overhaul—potentially separating CooperVision and CooperSurgical or pursuing suitors—after a period of underperformance and capital-allocation concerns are cited.

On X · @gigimurinHololive Talent Gigi Murin Teases That Fan Guesses for Her Upcoming New Outfit Are Way OffGigi Murin (@gigimurin) teases that fan guesses for her new outfit are incorrect and promises a surprise reveal on September 25, 2026. Community reactions consist of hype, jokes, and increased excitement with no visible opposition.521 likes · 1m

Kennedy Center May Close Over Deficit as Trump Rescue Plan Emerges — 4dKennedy Center warns of a $23M deficit and "certain fiscal collapse," urging main-building closure as soon as Tuesday while a Trump rescue plan with possible name recognition is floated.

Nicole Hardy A Trump rescue plan could prevent the collapse if it focuses on real funding instead of just publicity for the building.

AI Leaders Clash Over Safety and Regulation — 3dElon Musk urged the world’s leading AI labs, including OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Meta and major Chinese firms, to establish a shared test harness that would let rivals evaluate each other’s models before public release to bolster safety amid a push for slower frontier AI development. The coverage also notes investor caution around AI hype and risk, with some seeing buying opportunities in tech and bonds despite ongoing calls for stricter regulation and safety reviews.

YourlistVS BattleQuentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese · 157 votes — pick a side

Suicide bombing at Kohat mosque kills 16 during Friday prayers — 4hAt least 16 killed when an explosives-laden vehicle rammed a Kohat police mosque during Friday prayers on Sept. 18, 2026; gunmen fought police as rescues began.

Mbappé Leaves Nike to Join On for Football Expansion — 1hOn Holding AG announced its expansion into football by signing Kylian Mbappé from Nike, with plans to launch football boots in 2027 and challenge Nike and Adidas in the sport. Thierry Henry has been named Director of Football and Mbappé will serve as a global ambassador and equity holder, signaling a product-driven, long‑term collaboration for On’s entry into football.

Resident Evil Reboot Set for September 18 Release — 5dZach Cregger’s upcoming Resident Evil film will feature a colossal 2,000-pound practical monster crafted by Shane Mahan, signaling a commitment to tangible creature effects on set. The movie will tell a new story not directly based on any game, and early reactions praise its horror-lighting balance of scares and humor as a promising reboot.

SSandra RhodesColin Kaepernick: National Anthem a ‘Bad Song’The former NFL football player who refused to stand for the U.S. National Anthem is now calling it “bad song” musically. Colin Kaepernick appeared on Wednesday’s episode of “The Adam Friedland Show.” Kaepernick was on the show to promote his upcoming memoir. Friedland asked Kaepernick, “Do you think ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ is a good song?” Kaepernick’s answer? “No.” “You just think, as a song, 14h · 2 reads

Spain Unveils Squad in Ceuta Amid Migration Crisis — 3hLuis de la Fuente announced Spain’s Nations League squad from Ceuta on 18 Sep 2026, saying “This is Ceuta, this is Spain,” after more than 70,000 crossed from Morocco.

Elena Vasquez Picking Ceuta for the announcement shows resolve but the real test is handling daily crossings effectively.

QuizieQuizIntrovert, extrovert, or secret third thing?The internet's favorite binary is a lie. Twelve questions and the AI names your actual social battery type.3 min · today's quiz

Xavi Leaves Depay Out of First Netherlands Squad — 1hNew Netherlands coach Xavi Hernandez omits Memphis Depay from his first Netherlands squad for Nations League fixtures, while naming Ruben van Bommel and Gjivai Zechiël and keeping Virgil van Dijk in the squad for multiple tests. The reshuffle signals a rebuild under Xavi, pairing returning players like Joey Veerman with fresh faces as the Oranje prepare for Germany, Serbia, and Greece across four matches.

North Korean Anthem Played at Asian Games Hockey Match — 9hOrganizers played North Korea's anthem by mistake before South Korea's Sept. 18, 2026 Asian Games hockey match; the announcer said "we played a different song" and South Korea won 5-0.

Priya Raman South Korea handled the win well despite the glitches, but Bangladesh deserved proper respect too.

Fed Raises Rates, Signals Further 2026 Hike — 4dRBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra met Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman amid rising inflation risks linked to crude oil prices, with SBI Ecowrap signaling a higher chance of rate hikes as oil crosses $100 a barrel. The meetings precede the RBI’s October 5–7, 2026 MPC policy review, following India’s 7.8% Q1 GDP growth and a kept repo rate of 5.25% in August.

Ronaldo, 41, Selected for Portugal Nations League Squad — 2hNew Portugal coach Jorge Jesus has named Cristiano Ronaldo in the national squad for the upcoming UEFA Nations League fixtures, signaling a continued international role for the star despite his World Cup exit. The team will face Wales, Norway, and Denmark as it defends the Nations League title, with Ronaldo’s inclusion underscoring his enduring importance to Portugal’s setup.

Priya Raman Ronaldo at 41 still earns his spot on merit, his presence will lift the whole squad against tough opponents.

IJRHollywood Giant Reportedly Considering Exit From California To TennesseeJack McGeever · 4 min · 16h

SMX Says Oil Volatility Elevates Recycled PlasticEnvironment — 2dThe articles converge on the idea that energy volatility and rising transport costs are turning plastic recycling from a sustainability gesture into a core economic strategy, as the “Age of Parity” sees recycled plastic increasingly compete with virgin material. They underscore how global tensions, fuel spikes, and affordability pressures are reshaping the materials economy, pushing governments and companies to treat recycling as an economic necessity rather than a fringe objective, with real-world examples from Syria, Bangladesh, and broader markets illustrate the shift.

M&S Makes London Fashion Week Debut, Marks CentenaryBusiness — 2dMarks & Spencer celebrated its 100th anniversary with its first full London Fashion Week runway, unveiling a capsule collection that nods to its heritage while signaling a modern direction and drawing a crowd of celebrities. The event is paired with live-stream shopping to buy looks in real time and includes archival shows and ongoing updates to M&S’s womenswear and collaborations, underscoring a renewed fashion renaissance for the brand.

UN mission cites possible US war crimes in Iran strikes and Iran abuses — 1dU.N. mission finds reasonable grounds U.S. war crimes in Minab school strike; Iranian officials say about 120 children among more than 150 killed. Also cites Iranian crimes against humanity.

Judge Blocks Trump Kennedy Center Name; Board Closes Facilities — 3dThe Kennedy Center is embroiled in a legal battle over whether to inscribe current President Donald J. Trump’s name on its exterior, with a court ruling that Congress must authorize any renaming and opposition from Rep. Joyce Beatty and others. Facing financial strain, the board is weighing ten inscription options that credit or thank Trump for fundraising and support as it moves toward a vote on language for the renovation-bound facade.

Trump Proposes $5,000 Payments if GOP Wins — 1dPresident Trump is promoting a $5,000 'Trump Dividend' that would be paid to every adult if Republicans keep control of Congress, a plan the White House frames as Americans sharing in economic gains. Yet lawmakers, economists and party voices are divided over how it would be funded and implemented, with some backing the concept while others warn it could raise debt and inflation, and later coverage at the 2026 convention drew sharp criticism.

On X · @ShamsCharaniaCleveland Cavaliers Promote Brandon Weems to General ManagerThe Cavaliers elevated longtime executive Brandon Weems to General Manager, a move largely met with positive or neutral reactions from fans and media celebrating internal continuity, though some skepticism tied to broader front-office frustrations exists.617 likes · 28m