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Mod Uses Dedicated DLSS 5 GPU to Restore Multi-GPU GamingTech — Sep 8, 2026

Christopher Columbus Names Island After SaviorGood News — FROM 1492Explorer dedicates voyage to Christ in logs.

Johann Sebastian Bach Dedicates Music to GodGood News — FROM 1723Composer begins Leipzig cantatas

Amy Carmichael Hears Call to MissionsGood News — FROM 1887Young Irish woman dedicates life after Keswick convention.

Ignatius Loyola's Sickbed VowGood News — FROM 1521Wounded soldier Ignatius reads saints' lives and dedicates himself to Christ, founding the Jesuits.

Asian Games Face Housing Shortage Across Aichi — 6dThe Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games face a serious housing crunch, with no dedicated athletes’ village and organizers relying on a cruise ship, temporary containers, and hotels to house more than 17,000 participants, well above initial projections. While officials say arrangements will be made and most athletes have beds, reports highlight shortages, variable lodging quality, and some delegates being relocated to Airbnbs or separate hotels.

Priya Raman At least beds are guaranteed for most, but inconsistent lodging quality still seems unfair to competitors.

Russia Begins First Duma Election Since Invasion — Sep 12, 2026The Russian State Duma elections, slated for September 18-20, are expected to again favor United Russia under tight Kremlin control and serve as a barometer of public support for the war in Ukraine, with limited real opposition on the ballot. Russians abroad—from Kerala in India to South Africa and other consulates—are voting at dedicated polling sites, reflecting efforts to mobilize turnout while observers flag concerns about legitimacy and potential manipulation of participation.

Gruffalo Granny Launches Worldwide After 20-Year WaitEntertainment — Sep 10, 2026The Gruffalo Granny, the long-awaited third Gruffalo book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, is published worldwide on September 12, 2026 with the Luxembourgish edition released simultaneously and kept under tight secrecy during development. The book, two decades in the making and dedicated to Donaldson’s late husband, extends the series’ global success and highlights the authors’ largely autonomous collaboration.

Topeka Woman Killed Helping Crash Victim on Highway — Sep 11, 2026A 44-year-old Topeka social worker, Sarah J. McLaughlin-Olson, was killed while helping crash victims on U.S. Route 75 south of Topeka on Sept. 10, after a Ford F-350 pulling a horse trailer veered onto the shoulder to avoid other vehicles. The Honda Civic driver was seriously injured and McLaughlin-Olson’s death drew statements from her school community about her dedication and support for students and families.

Ukrainian Troops Train U.S. Army on Drone Warfare — Sep 12, 2026The US Army is intensifying its collaboration with Ukraine to adapt drone warfare, integrating Ukrainian drone tactics and leveraging about 1,900 drones learned from Kyiv’s use in recent Saber Junction drills in Germany, with Ukrainian personnel advising American troops. Military leaders are debating how to structure ground forces for a future where drones are ubiquitous, shifting from a dedicated drone battalion to decentralized, unit-wide drone capabilities amid leadership changes and broader efforts to counter Iranian drone threats.

Tom Gallagher Training together like this should speed up better defenses against cheap drone swarms from places like Iran.

Prince Harry Praises Philip for ‘Dedication To Granny’Reporting — Apr 12, 2021Prince Harry praised his grandfather Prince Philip for providing unparalleled devotion and dedication to Queen Elizabeth, his “Granny”, and said he would be sorely missed by the nation and the world. Releasing a…

Dolly Parton Dedicates ACM Awards to the People of UkraineReporting — Mar 8, 2022Dolly Parton dedicated the entire Academy of Country Music (ACM) Awards to the people of Ukraine. “Now I don’t want to be political — and this is not. I’d rather pass a kidney stone than do that,” Parton said. She…

Meta Unveils Muse AI Agent That Books Travel and Shops — Sep 8, 2026Meta has begun rolling out Muse, its AI agent for personal task automation, in the United States with a secure VM and privacy controls, accessible via a dedicated Muse app or WhatsApp to manage things from emails to long-term goals. The release is staged—ranging from closed alpha/beta testing and waitlists to future features like payments integration and encrypted data—to balance broad access with safety and user control over data and training.

Steve Irwin’s Children Honor Him on Day Dedicated to HimReporting — Nov 16, 2023The children of late conversationist Steve Irwin — Bindi and Robert Irwin — honored him on a day that is dedicated to him. On Nov. 15, Bindi Irwin, 25, posted a sweet throwback photo of her and her late father on…

Communities Prepare 25th 9/11 Anniversary Tributes — Sep 6, 2026On the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks, communities across the country are marking the day with memorials, ceremonies, and walks honoring victims and first responders, including events in Des Moines and new regional memorials, while personal stories highlight the lasting impact of that day. The commemorations emphasize remembrance and education for younger generations through memorials like Daniel Crisman Park and other dedicated sites.

Bruce Springsteen Dedicated Song Performance To Renee Good — Jan 20, 2026Bruce Springsteen took center stage over the weekend—but not just for a concert. The aging rocker veered off-script during a Saturday night performance, dedicating a song to a far-left activist killed while attempting…

Nobel Peace Prize Winner Dedicates Award to Trump — Oct 11, 2025María Corina Machado may have won the Nobel Peace Prize, but she is dedicating it to President Donald Trump. Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader, praised Trump in an interview on on “Fox & Friends Weekend” Sunday…

Southern-Rock Icons Dedicate Single to DeSantis: ‘He Don’t Care What Brandon Thinks in the White House’Opinion — Apr 5, 2022After he’s spent more than two years facing down Democratic attacks, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has firmly established himself as a rock star of American politics. Now, with the release of a single dedicated to him by…

Biden Pledges to Create a Task Force Dedicated to Finding Parents of Migrant ChildrenReporting — Oct 29, 2020Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden will sign an executive order to create a task force dedicated to locating the parents of 545 migrant children if he is elected president in November. Biden’s campaign announced…

Soros-Backed DA Threatening ICE Agents Dedicated Career To Reducing Charges For Illegals — Jan 10, 2026A Democratic prosecutor dedicated to helping illegal migrant criminals avoid serious convictions is threatening to throw the book at federal immigration agents. Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner vowed to…

US and China reportedly plan AI safety talks, White House casts doubt — Sep 4, 2026Reports indicate the US and China may hold their first dedicated AI safety talks in mid-September, with potential leadership from US officials like Scott Bessent and Chinese counterparts, and a focus on monitoring AI-driven cyber threats; however, a White House official has stated there is no mid-September AI meeting planned.

Marcus Bell Even if the meeting isn't confirmed, the fact both sides are even floating cyber threat monitoring is worth watching.

Dolly Parton's Walk of Fame star vandalized after her death, repairs underway — Sep 1, 2026Dolly Parton’s Hollywood Walk of Fame star was vandalized with scratches and mourners reported flowers left at the site were stolen, as crews prepared repairs to address preexisting cracks. The star, dedicated in 1984 and part of Parton’s broader memorial after her Aug. 25 death at age 80, has ongoing maintenance by the Hollywood Historic Trust amid the tributes surrounding her passing.

Priya Raman Fix the cracks while you're at it, but whoever scratched that star should be ashamed of themselves.

Spain urges EU climate fund, citing €822 billion in losses since 1980 — Sep 4, 2026Spain is pressing the EU to treat climate adaptation as a core economic and security priority by proposing a dedicated European Climate Adaptation Fund, funding it in part with a tax on oil and gas profits, and establishing binding, five-year risk assessments integrated into planning and investment. The push comes as Brussels updates its 2021 Adaptation Strategy and moves toward a broader climate-resilience framework amid Europe’s record heat, wildfires, and drought.

Dana Whitfield Binding five-year risk assessments sound good on paper but knowing the EU it'll take a decade of meetings before anything actually gets built.

Nestlé sells $1 billion vitamin brands to Yellow Wood in portfolio shift — Sep 1, 2026Nestlé will sell its mainstream vitamins and supplements business, including Nature’s Bounty and other brands, to Yellow Wood Partners for $1 billion as CEO Philipp Navratil focuses the company on higher-growth pillars. The deal, expected to close in the first half of 2027, will help reduce leverage and free resources for Nestlé’s core growth areas, with the VMS unit being restructured under dedicated ownership as part of a broader portfolio transformation.

Nicole Hardy Funny how these deals always "reduce leverage" - corporate speak for shuffling debt around.