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How much should distrust of one institution (public health) reasonably transfer to trust in another (climate science, ICE), and where should that logic stop?
— Rachel Meyers
Rachel Meyers · Aug 9, 2026
Black Caucus Institute Launches $4.5M Turnout Drive
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— Sep 15, 2026
CBC Institute launches $4.5M SO VOTE drive on Sept. 15, 2026, to mobilize Black, rural and young voters in Georgia, Mississippi and 16 House districts.
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Jared Kim
Focusing money on young and Black voters across 16 districts could shift outcomes if they actually show up.
Analysis Finds Strong Unions in Most States With Weak Literacy Policies
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A new analysis from the Progressive Policy Institute is examining a notable connection among teachers’ union strength, early-literacy policies, and reading performance across the c… — by Andrew Powell
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Elena Vasquez
Unions protect jobs but this pattern suggests they're slowing down fixes that would help kids learn to read on time. States need to act anyway.
Kosovo Parliament Approves Kurti’s Fourth Government
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— Sep 13, 2026
Kosovo's Parliament formally completed the formation of its institutions and approved Albin Kurti as prime minister for a new term, despite boycotts from some parties. The nomination and formation process—led by VV and Acting President Haxhiu—culminated in Kurti's reappointment after the June 2026 elections to address ongoing institutional crises and advance European integration.
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Jared Kim
Continuity under Kurti is fine if it tackles the institutional problems without more gridlock.
John Calvin Publishes Institutes
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— FROM 1536
Theologian systematizes faith
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GOP Senator Calls On Senate Judiciary Committee To Investigate Don Jr., Hunter Biden. Most Members Haven’t Even Opened The Letter
Nicole Silverio · 4 min · 6h
Texas Dental Implant Rankings, Financing Options Published
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— 4d
A CX Research Institute ranking of West Houston dental implant providers and related commentary highlights Dental Implants at Houston as the top provider, followed by Houston Dental Implant & Cosmetic Center, illustrating a credential- and specialization-driven market landscape. Separately, Texas-focused reports from Affordable Dentist Near Me evaluate financing options for implants, emphasizing in-house financing and clear payment plans as critical to affordability and treatment completion across multiple cities.
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Ranking
Most Influential Women in World History
From 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
Nscale Files for U.S. IPO with Reports of $35B Valuation Target
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Nscale, the Nvidia-backed AI data-center company spun out of Arkon Energy, has officially filed for a US IPO on the NYSE with a targeted valuation reportedly up to $35 billion while remaining British-domiciled. The offering comes as the firm posts material losses against growing revenue, backed by major investors and banks including Goldman Sachs, J.P. Morgan and Morgan Stanley, with a UK retail share option anticipated and intensive institutional underwriting.
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Priya Raman
A 35B valuation looks steep with those losses, but Nvidia backing could still pull in plenty of buyers.
McMaster says US could sanction Chinese banks over Iran support
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— 4d
US national-security figures indicate President Trump will press Xi Jinping during the September 24 talks and could levy secondary sanctions on Chinese financial institutions over Beijing's alleged aid to Iran, including satellite imagery support, while widening pressure on Iran’s oil networks. Analysts note the sanctions strategy hinges on Chinese banks and networks beyond the US, with Iran having adapted over decades and the wider global financial system potentially bearing the cost.
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Paralyzed Athletics Prospect Lasko Leaves Rehabilitation Hospital
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— 6d
Athletics minor league prospect Ryan Lasko, who was paralyzed in an outfield collision in late June, has been released from the Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation and will continue his recovery at home in New Jersey with outpatient therapy. The 24-year-old Rutgers alum fractured the C6 and C7 vertebrae, is gradually regaining sensation, and remains under strong support from teammates, staff, and his family as he begins this next phase.
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U.S. Jewish Institutions Tighten High Holiday Security
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— Sep 9, 2026
Jewish communities in Michigan are marching into the High Holidays with resilience after Temple Israel was attacked, as members plan services at alternate locations and emphasize strength in the face of rising antisemitism and a closely watched Senate race. In New York City, major Jewish institutions are boosting security ahead of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur amid rising antisemitic incidents, with leaders stressing safety, vigilance, and unity in worship.
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On X · @cultofthelamb
Cult of the Lamb Account's Humorous 'Don't Smoke' Plea
Official account playfully begs fans not to 'smoke' the lamb after a fan joke about merch; community responds with lighthearted participation and no debate.
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American Resources Joins Institute as First Platinum Member
Business
— Sep 3, 2026
American Resources Corporation became the Critical Minerals Institute's inaugural Platinum member, gaining access to the CMP and a global executive network to advance secure, resilient U.S. critical mineral supply chains. Chairman and CEO Mark Jensen will speak at Critical Minerals Institute Summit 6 in Toronto, signaling a push from policy discussions to practical, cross-chain collaboration.
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AI Safety Debate Deepens Amid Global Competition
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— Sep 14, 2026
Germany’s government says it takes AI safety warnings seriously, aims to balance opportunities with risk and supports global governance through the G7 while expanding the National AI Safety Institute to address emerging threats. It rejects halting AI development, arguing continued innovation is essential for Europe’s digital sovereignty and pushing for international coordination with the US and China to manage risks.
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VS Battle
Toy Story vs Shrek
The toy box vs the swamp: two animation revolutions, one inevitable playground argument.
Toy Story vs Shrek · 161 votes — pick a side
BitGo completes NYDIG institutional trading acquisition
Finance
— Aug 27, 2026
BitGo completed the acquisition of NYDIG’s institutional trading business, adding about 30 NYDIG employees and expanding its derivatives, financing, and capital markets capabilities to serve institutional clients, while NYDIG pivots toward bitcoin mining and power generation. The deal comes as BitGo trades around 0.04x sales with a GF Score of 15/100, accompanied by $7.5 million in insider selling and no insider buying, signaling a cautious valuation but potential for greater platform stickiness and expanded institutional services amid rising crypto activity.
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US Institute Of Peace Renamed For Trump
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— Dec 5, 2025
Oh, the irony is rich, and it’s served piping hot from the steps of what used to be the U.S. Institute of Peace — now freshly stamped with the bold lettering: President Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace. Yes, that…
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Docusign Directors Sell 46,548 Shares
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— Sep 12, 2026
DocuSign saw notable insider and major-holder sales in early September 2026, including Peter Solvik selling 46,000 shares and Teresa Briggs selling 548 shares, while other insiders also reduced positions. Concurrently, Amundi cut its DOCU stake by 34.9% in Q2, with institutions collectively owning about 77.6% of the stock as shares traded near $65–66 after earnings beat.
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Chris Dalton
Insider sales right after the earnings beat make me think management sees limited upside from here.
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The Conservative Desk
Utah carrier indicted for dumping 300 primary ballots
A Payson letter carrier faces a federal mail charge after allegedly discarding roughly 300 Eagle Mountain ballots in a church dumpster. The case tests the postal trust that mail voting requires.
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EXCLUSIVE: DOGE Asks NIH Employees: So What Do You Do Around Here?
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— Feb 19, 2025
The Department of Government Efficiency held marathon meetings with employees of the National Institutes of Health Sunday in order to gather information about further potential cuts to the institutes, according to a…
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The animal kingdom exam
Fifteen questions from the wild. Ace it and the AI names you an honorary ranger. Miss them and it's back to the petting zoo.
4 min · today's quiz
Hims & Hers Faces Investor Class Action, Lead Deadline
Business
— Sep 12, 2026
Multiple lawsuits and regulatory actions have targeted Hims & Hers Health, with the FTC alleging deceptive privacy and billing practices and improper sharing of health data with third parties, contributing to a notable stock drop after the July 29, 2026 announcement. Separately, investors are urged to participate in lead-plaintiff processes for securities-class actions, as several institutions increased holdings or sold, and deadlines for filing lead plaintiff applications remain November 2, 2026.
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Federal Officials Identify Over 500 'Scientists of Concern,' Many with Connections to China
Reporting
— Apr 24, 2021
A National Institutes of Health official announced the discovery of more than 500 “scientists of concern” with connections to China and other foreign influences who are working in academic institutions and research…
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Viewers Left Wondering ‘Where Are the Jokes?’ After Embarrassing SNL Skit: ‘None of This’ Was Funny
Opinion
— Apr 17, 2023
“Saturday Night Live” is an American pop culture institution. That’s not to say it’s any good, that’s just to say it’s there . In fact, there are plenty of American pop culture institutions we could do without. The…
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Dutch health institute warns Trump-shaped ecstasy pills contain dangerous PMMA
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— Aug 31, 2026
The Trimbos Institute in the Netherlands issued a Red Alert warning over Trump-shaped ecstasy pills containing high levels of PMMA, a drug risk that can cause overheating, seizures, and potentially fatal outcomes, while urging people not to take them and to have drugs tested. The pills, appearing in multiple colors with Trump’s image and NL/Trump markings, were detected by the Drugs Information and Monitoring System across the country, with no deaths reported at the time of the warning.
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Tom Gallagher
PMMA takes way longer to hit than MDMA, so people redose thinking it's weak and that's when it turns deadly.
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Democrats Sue Over Wind Checks After The Breeze Stopped Blowing Money Into Unfinished Turbines
Paris Apodaca · 4 min · 7h
Justice Sonia Sotomayor Argues the Supreme Court Should Not Be Seen as an ‘Institution for Entertainment’
Reporting
— Jan 27, 2022
Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor commented on the court’s popularity among young Americans, saying she thinks it is important “not to think about the court as an institution for entertainment.” During an appearance…
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NIH Director: Firing Fauci Would Be ‘Unimaginable’
Reporting
— Jul 19, 2020
The head of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Francis Collins, says no one from the White House has asked him to fire Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases…
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US Requires Confucius Institute Center to Register as Foreign Mission
Reporting
— Aug 13, 2020
The United States said on Thursday it was requiring the center that manages Chinese government-funded Confucius Institutes in the United States to register as a foreign mission, the latest sign of deteriorating…
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NIH Panel Distances from Trump-Touted Drug Combination to Treat the Coronavirus
Reporting
— Apr 22, 2020
A National Institutes of Health (NIH) panel is warning against the use of hydroxychloroquine in combination with azithromycin to treat COVID-19 patients. The NIH — developed by the National Institute of Allergy and…
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Libertarian Group Demands More Third World Refugees
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— Mar 5, 2026
A Cato Institute researcher said it was “just absurd” that white South Africans dominated 2026 refugee resettlement into the United States. Cato Institute Immigration Studies Director David Bier posted a screenshot on X…
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RIIZE and aespa Seoul Syndrome Tourism Campaign
Teaser for Visit Seoul’s “Seoul Syndrome” campaign featuring RIIZE and aespa members as honorary ambassadors draws mostly positive fan reaction focused on the collab and concept, with minor criticism on CGI quality.
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