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Texas comptroller asks lawmakers to double school voucher funding to $2 billion
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— Sep 3, 2026
Texas Comptroller Don Huffines is seeking to double the private school voucher program to about $2 billion for 2028–29, including a $1 billion base funding boost and $226 million to support current participants, as waitlisted families and expanding participation drive demand. The plan, which 70% of current or invited participants previously attended private or homeschool settings, faces criticism from the Texas State Teachers Association and will be reviewed by lawmakers when the two-year budget is tackled in January.
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Public schools are underfunded and now they want to hand out even more money for private tuition. Priorities seem backwards here.
Andreeva, Rublev Reach US Open Mixed Doubles Semifinals
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— Aug 26, 2026
Andrey Rublev and Mirra Andreeva advanced to the US Open mixed doubles semifinals by beating Errani/Vavassori and then overcoming Shnaider/Ruud, with both players praising each other’s performances. Andreeva revealed a childhood crush on Rublev during interviews, and the duo are set to face Karolina Muchova and Jakub Mensik in the semis.
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Saints plan double Grand Final appearance
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— Aug 31, 2026
In the NFL’s NFC South, analysts expect 8 to 10 wins to be enough to win the weak division, with Baker Mayfield leading the Buccaneers under Todd Bowles and note of offseason offensive/defensive upgrades alongside a crucial healthy line; the Saints appear to be building around Tyler Shough with a revamped supporting cast. Meanwhile, in rugby league, St Marys Saints chase a historic double with two grand finals in one weekend, and St Helens face Leigh Leopards amid a packed schedule across multiple teams and competitions.
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Dem Rep Doubles Down On Support For Candidate Who Fantasized About Death Of Political Opponent’s Children
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— Oct 6, 2025
Democratic Virginia Rep. Eugene Vindman is doubling down on his support for Jay Jones, Virginia’s Democratic nominee for attorney general, who is facing calls to drop out over revelations he sent text messages…
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EXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting It
Simon August · 4 min · 8h
Raskin Doubles Down That Being Barred From Office Is ‘Still Something That Donald Trump May Face’
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— Feb 22, 2021
Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.), the lead House impeachment manager, is doubling down that there is potentially still a way to bar former President Donald Trump from holding public office again. During Monday’s interview on…
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Vanity Project reclaims NXT tag titles as Borne faces second title test
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— Aug 30, 2026
The Vanity Project, Brad Baylor and Ricky Smokes, defeated Myles Borne and Tavion Heights at NXT Heatwave to reclaim the NXT Tag Team Championships, marking their second reign. Borne entered Heatwave defending both the Tag Team titles and the North American Championship against Jackson Drake, underscoring his doubled-duty schedule.
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‘I Apologize To Absolutely Nobody’: Tony Hinchcliffe Doubles Down On ‘Island Of Garbage’ Joke At MSG Trump Rally
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— Nov 12, 2024
Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe doubled down on jokes he made at President-elect Donald Trump’s Oct. 27 Madison Square Garden rally in a YouTube video posted Monday. Hinchcliffe faced backlash for sarcastically calling Puerto…
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Casper Ruud Withdraws From US Open
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— Aug 30, 2026
Casper Ruud withdrew from the 2026 US Open due to a back injury after ongoing fitness concerns in New York, with his place in the draw filled by lucky loser Arthur Gea who will face Juan Manuel Cerundolo. Ruud, a 2022 US Open finalist, has had a mixed 2026 season with no titles and limited deep runs, including a recent mixed-doubles run at Flushing Meadows.
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De Blasio Says 2 Million New Yorkers Face Food Insecurity Due to Pandemic
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— May 21, 2020
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio (D) says the coronavirus pandemic is causing the number of people facing food insecurity to double in the city. “We’re dealing with an unprecedented crisis,” de Blasio said during his…
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Fan account shares HD photos of BTS Jin at 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival
High-definition stage photos of BTS member Jin posted by fan photographer @ALittleBraver92 receive uniformly positive reactions from Jin/BTS fans, with all replies and quotes expressing appreciation and thanks and no critical or opposing commentary present.
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Ex-Husband Waives Extradition in Ohio Double Murder Case
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— Jan 13, 2026
The man accused of gunning down a Columbus couple just weeks before their wedding anniversary took a key legal step Monday that will send him back to Ohio to face the charges. According to Fox News , Michael David…
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Pollster Explains Why Democrats Choose To Double Down On What Already Blew Up In Their Faces
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— May 10, 2025
Pollster Matt Towery said on Fox News Friday that Democrats are charging headfirst into the same losing strategy that cratered their support among working-class voters in recent election cycles. Democratic Party…
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Study Warns Women Face Higher Risk Of ‘Digital Overload’ Due To ‘Double Burden’
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— Aug 28, 2024
The research team used data from the European Social Survey and looked at how people maintain digital communication for work and family. THIRDMAN VIA PEXELS. “> KAMLOOPS, British Columbia — Women are at far…
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South Carolina Democrat Aiming to Unseat Lindsey Graham Raises $13.9 Million in Quarter
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— Jul 7, 2020
The South Carolina Democrat challenging Republican U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham nearly doubled his fundraising this spring, his campaign said on Tuesday, in the latest sign of the mounting campaign hurdles facing…
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Disney Takes $20 Billion Nosedive to Lowest Level in 2.5 Years, Now Faces a Critical Decision
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— Nov 9, 2022
While all eyes were on the midterm elections yesterday, Walt Disney Co. reported some bad earnings news to shareholders. Quarterly losses from Disney+ more than doubled year-over-year, forcing executives to commit to…
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EXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting It
A conservative group is pressing six paper giants to rein in their lobbying against a Trump administration-backed push to recycle more plastic.
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House returns with four weeks to fund government before Sept. 30 deadline
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— Aug 30, 2026
Zacks Investment Research flags a little-known satellite-based communications stock as the top pick to double, forecasting a 2025 revenue breakout as space industries grow. Across politics and local governance, Congress faces a four-week funding push before Sept. 30 amid election dynamics and ongoing Trump-related legal and foreign policy debates, while Caldwell County moves to vacate the historic Center Theater as drought conditions ease and other local issues unfold.
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Treasury Maintains Auctions; Buybacks Start Sept 10
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— Aug 24, 2026
The U.S. Treasury will keep its regular debt auctions on schedule, including long-dated bonds, even as it doubles quarterly buybacks for 10- to 30-year maturities starting September 10 to curb rising yields and bolster market liquidity. Officials say no bonds have been purchased yet under the expanded buybacks, and the briefing also included warnings to countries to sever ties with Iran or face secondary sanctions.
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Data Suggests A Key Red State Senate Seat Could Fall To Democrats
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— Jun 4, 2026
New polling data suggests that a Senate race in a state Trump won by double digits could fall to Democrats in the midterms. Incumbent Republican Sen. Jon Husted is facing a challenge from former three-term Democratic…
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Tricolor Executives Face SEC Fraud Suit
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— Aug 18, 2026
The SEC has charged Daniel Chu, Jerome Kollar, and Ameryn Seibold, former Tricolor Holdings executives, with defrauding investors by double-pledging and fabricating auto-loan receivables in more than $1.9 billion in asset-backed securities as the company collapsed into bankruptcy in 2025. A civil suit accompanies parallel criminal indictments, with regulators alleging falsified loan data and misleading statements to investors and seeking penalties, disgorgement, and cooperation in investigations.
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Mangione Pleads Guilty; Faces State Charges
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— Aug 13, 2026
Mangione is expected to plead guilty in the Manhattan federal case over stalking and the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, with a potential life sentence, while his state murder trial remains scheduled for September 8. Authorities caution he could change his mind, and observers note a federal plea could affect the state case via double jeopardy considerations since the two prosecutions involve different charges under separate sovereign authorities.
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Italy Scrambles Warships Toward Red Sea As Houthis Close In On Global Shipping Chokepoint
Francis Kapper · 6 min · 11h
Broncos 2026 Schedule Highlights Prime-Time Games
Sports
— Jul 24, 2026
The Denver Broncos head into 2026 with playoff ambitions after back-to-back double-digit win seasons, facing a tough schedule that includes prime-time games and notable NFC/AFC contenders. While the addition of Jaylen Waddle and Bo Nix’s development underline their upside, analysts remain cautious with a 9.5-win projection amid a strong AFC West, though the team’s elite offensive line, top-ranked pass rush and stout run defense give them a distinct competitive edge and financial flexibility with Nix on a rookie deal.
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Trump Warns Against Banning TikTok – Despite Trying to Ban It as President
Opinion
— Mar 8, 2024
Former President Donald Trump is coming out against a renewed push to ban TikTok in the United States. In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote, “If you get rid of TikTok, Facebook and Zuckerschmuck will double their…
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