Apps

Macklemore Pledges $1 Million for Palestinian Relief — 2dMacklemore pledged his $1M Loop Tour earnings to six Palestinian relief groups, saying "Palestinian lives are worth protecting," and invited Kraft to match; Kraft pledged $2M after a Sheeran call.

Derek Foss Macklemore donating his full tour earnings directly to those six groups sets a strong example for other artists.

Singer Duncan Sheik Hospitalized in Critical but Stable Condition — 2dDuncan Sheik, 56, is in critical but stable condition in a New York City hospital, his family said on Instagram, without disclosing the cause and asking for privacy.

Sainpoly pushes polycarbonate greenhouses for year-round crops in harsh climatesTech — 5hSainpoly is promoting polycarbonate greenhouse technology designed for demanding environments, addressing extreme temperatures, hail, and uneven daylight within controlled-environment agriculture. The PC hollow sunsheets provide impact resistance, light transmission, and thermal insulation to boost year-round yield while reducing winter energy use by two- to three-fold, especially in cold northern, hail-prone, and high-altitude regions.

Rachel Meyers If the hail resistance holds up as claimed, these sheets might finally give high-altitude farms a reliable edge over glass.

Von der Leyen proposes Canada as EU's first associate member — 2dVon der Leyen told Carney in her Sept. 16, 2026 SOTEU speech she wants Canada as the EU’s first associate member, a status undefined in the treaties and needing all 27 states’ approval.

Sam Okafor The idea of an undefined associate role for Canada feels rushed when it still needs unanimous approval from all 27 member states.

Texas Guard F-16 Crashes Near Traverse City — 1dPilot ejected safely before a Texas Air National Guard F-16 crashed near Traverse City on Sept. 17, 2026; witnesses reported a big fireball and ongoing explosions.

Maya Lindstrom Glad the pilot got out okay, but closing that road and sheltering folks sounds like the smart move until they check the site.

News Helicopter Crashes Near Deadly Bus Crash — 3dA NBC Los Angeles news helicopter crashed while covering a deadly bus crash in Chatsworth, sparking a large fire between two commercial buildings as responders rushed to the scene. Authorities have not immediately confirmed how many people were aboard or the extent of any injuries, with the incident occurring near Mason Avenue around 6:57–7 p.m. and linked to the earlier collision activity.

US Again Denies Abbas Visa Ahead of UN Assembly — 2dThe United States again denied entry visas to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and dozens of his officials for the UN General Assembly, forcing Abbas to address the gathering virtually for a second year in a row. Washington cited deviations from US law and failure to reform by Ramallah as grounds for the visa bans, while the Palestinian mission pushed a virtual address and sought to keep the UN gathering on schedule.

Tom Gallagher A virtual speech again this year just highlights how little trust exists between Washington and Ramallah right now.

Photo Shows Trump Examining Apparent Kennedy Center Demolition Reference Amid Legal Fight — 1dPresident Trump continues to press to have his name affixed to the Kennedy Center while warning it could be closed or demolished if not recognized; new photos show him viewing materials suggesting demolition amid ongoing renovations. The Kennedy Center board approved a temporary closure for renovations around $257 million, as a court fight over branding and Trump’s role intensifies with lawmakers citing the president’s remarks and related imagery as part of the record.

Nicole Hardy Trump shouldn't be threatening to tear down the Kennedy Center just because he wants his name on it.

Macklemore Removed From Sheeran Stadium Dates — 4dMacklemore was cut from Ed Sheeran's remaining Loop Tour dates after his Sept. 4 Free Palestine set at MetLife; he says Robert Kraft rallied stadium owners to force the drop.

Priya Raman Fans who bought tickets months ago shouldn't lose out because one artist decided to make a statement on stage.

RSPCA Recommends Meaty Pet Food for Hedgehogs — 1dExperts say you can attract hedgehogs to your garden this autumn by leaving out a small amount of tinned meaty cat or dog food (and crushed biscuits), while avoiding milk and bread; place it in shallow bowls and refresh daily. For bees and other beneficial insects, let fallen leaves and some dead stems remain through fall and winter to provide natural nesting and overwintering habitat, reducing the need for heavy autumn cleanup.

Creed Takes Lead on Overtime Restart to Win at Bristol — 9hSheldon Creed extended his O'Reilly Series points lead by winning the Food City 300 at Bristol, with a late surge past William Sawalich while Kvapil faced a brake failure hindering his finish, and the race featured a weather-canceled qualifying session that left Creed on the front row alongside Jesse Love. The Bristol weekend also highlighted a $11.23 million Cup Series purse for 2026, and a pole position for Love with Creed on the front row once qualifying was canceled due to bad weather.

Jared Kim Creed's late pass on that restart showed why he's leading the points, weather or not.

Enablence Closes C$25 Million Chip-Capacity Investment — 6hEnablence Technologies raised C$25 million in a private placement of 3,226,000 shares at C$7.75 to Collingwood Investments to fund expansion of capacity at its Silicon Valley and Vietnam fabrication sites and to bolster working capital amid growing datacom and AI demand, with investor rights and final TSX Venture Exchange approval being noted. The deal strengthens the company’s balance sheet and positions it to scale production, pending regulatory clearance.

Elena Vasquez This funding at 7.75 a share should let Enablence scale production fast enough to catch the AI orders.

Five Killed in Chatsworth Crashes; Victims Named — 3dA SUV collided with a Los Angeles Metro bus in Chatsworth, leaving at least two people dead and numerous others injured as firefighters work to extricate passengers. The crash occurred around 5 p.m. at Nordhoff Street and De Soto Avenue, and investigators are evaluating the circumstances.

Kobe Bryant’s Obsession Fueled Five NBA Championships — 2dKobe Bryant, coming straight from Lower Merion High School after a standout senior year, was drafted 13th in 1996 and initially had a modest rookie season before proving his scoring potential in Summer League and early NBA play. In Los Angeles, his fearless mindset and drive for leadership clashed with Tex Winter’s triangle offense alongside Shaquille O’Neal, a dynamic teammates like Nick Van Exel described as unafraid and willing to challenge even Michael Jordan.

Trump Rallies for Whatley in North Carolina — 4dPresident 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.

Meme speculates Dave Matthews will skip Ed Sheeran tour — 7hMeme Wars: trending on the Left today.

AI, Semiconductor Cooperation Spans 35 Countries — 2dBRICS leader Xi Jinping pushed for AI cooperation, including open-source initiatives, to expand access and governance while warning that open access must be paired with domestic capability and strong cybersecurity. Meanwhile, India emphasizes semiconductor self-reliance through selective domestic strengths and trusted global partnerships, underscoring the need to diversify global supply chains, as AI and semiconductor research advance through a large international conference showcasing collaboration across 35 countries on AI, circuits, and hardware-software co-design.

Hodgkinson wins Athlos 800m in black hooded Nike speedsuit — 11hBritain’s Olympic 800m champion Keely Hodgkinson won the women’s 800m at Athlos London 2026 in 1:56.40, powering to victory while wearing a full-length black hooded Nike speedsuit that drew comparisons to superhero outfits and described as a “pretty sick” statement. The event, founded by Alexis Ohanian, emphasizes spectacle and prize money, with Hodgkinson’s bold outfit underscoring a fashion-forward, entertainment-heavy approach to track and field as she closes a mixed season.

Nicole Hardy Athlos events like this one are finally bringing decent prize money and spectacle to the sport.

Democrats Abandon NC House Candidate as Controversial Posts Resurface — 11hDemocratic candidate Shelly Headen will remain on the ballot in a competitive North Carolina state House race despite her party withdrawing support after a series of inflammatory s… — by Andrew Powell

Sam Okafor It's smart for Democrats to cut ties when those posts reveal such poor judgment from the candidate.

Former Democratic Fundraiser Says Ashley Biden Threatened to Sue Her — 12hLindy Li, a former Democratic fundraiser who has publicly criticized the party’s handling of Joe Biden’s 2024 reelection campaign, says Ashley Biden threatened to sue her after she… — by Andrew Powell

Derek Foss This kind of response from the Bidens won't fix the party's real problems with the 2024 race.

Mantic Raises $25M After Beating Human Forecasters — 22hLondon AI startup Mantic raised $25 million in seed funding led by Radical Ventures, with Microsoft’s M12, after its judgmental forecasting system beat all human forecasters at the Metaculus Cup, signaling strong demand from hedge funds, corporates, and governments for medium-term risk and scenario planning. Founded in 2024 by Toby Shevlane and Ben Day, Mantic blends human-style reasoning with backtested historical data to predict geopolitical, economic, and strategic events, targeting scenarios where traditional models struggle.

Nicole Hardy Beating the top human forecasters on Metaculus shows this approach could help with tricky geopolitical calls that pure models miss.

Morocco Extends, France Plans Fuel Aid Amid Conflict — 2dFrance is extending targeted fuel subsidies for sectors hit by rising prices linked to the Middle East conflict, with extensions lasting through year-end and adjustments for fishermen, farmers, and construction to preserve economic activity. Morocco meanwhile is rolling out a new 30-day direct transport aid tranche for road professionals as domestic fuel costs remain high and volatility persists.

Former Fox 2 Anchor Taryn Asher Settles Non-Compete Dispute With Station — 12hFormer Fox 2 Detroit anchor Taryn Asher can now pursue work at other television stations after she and the network reached an agreement resolving a dispute over a non-compete claus… — by Andrew Powell

Priya Raman Good for Asher that she got the non-compete lifted and can look for work elsewhere now.

Leah Pruett to exit full-time NHRA after 2026 for second child — 18hLeah Pruett plans to step away from NHRA Top Fuel at the end of the 2026 season to focus on growing her family, with Tony Schumacher set to replace her as the TSR Top Fuel driver in 2027; she stresses this is not retirement and left open the possibility of a future return. The announcements, spanning reports from ESPN, EssentiallySports, Sportskeeda, Newport Plain Talk, and AP, consistently note her competitive status in 2026 and her family goals influencing the move.

Jared Kim Smart move not retiring outright since she could easily return once the kids are older.

Discussions

Developing storylines

Chatsworth bus and news helicopter crashes

Ed Sheeran Loop Tour faces Palestine protests and opener withdrawals