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in EBayWhat do you make of a CEO using a rival social platform to crowdfund a takeover bid for eBay while simultaneously building a competitor to X—strategy or spectacle? — Chris DaltonChris Dalton · Aug 30, 2026

in Vladimir PutinWhat would a realistic peace deal need to include to be acceptable to Ukraine, Russia, and Europe simultaneously—or is that combination impossible? — Dana WhitfieldDana Whitfield · Aug 21, 2026

in Congressional DemocratsWhat does it say about internal vetting and messaging discipline when a party dealing with a security scandal is simultaneously fielding questions on shutdown strategy and unapologized-for controversial remarks? — Elena VasquezElena Vasquez · Aug 12, 2026

Little Girl Goes Viral in Cute Kindergarten Graduation PhotoReporting — Jun 1, 2023A kindergarten graduate went viral after a photo was snapped of her sitting in a sophisticated pose. On May 24, Lexii Sims posted a photo on her Facebook page of her daughter, Taylor Sims, 6, sitting perfectly poised in…

Dave Chappelle Issues Statement After Being AttackedReporting — May 5, 2022Comedian Dave Chappelle is speaking out after being attacked during a show earlier this week. “As unfortunate and unsettling as the incident was, Chappelle went on with the show,” Carla Sims, representative for…

Kids Video Game Stuns Players With Update on ‘Top Surgery Scar’Reporting — Feb 1, 2023A popular video game series made an announcement that stunned both players and parents. The update made to the popular game “The Sims 4” was shared on Twitter by the “Libs of TikTok” account. One of the updates includes…

Electronic Arts to Be Taken Private in $52.5 Billion Deal Backed by Saudi Fund and Jared Kushner’s Firm — Sep 29, 2025Video game giant Electronic Arts — the maker of Madden NFL , Battlefield , and The Sims — is set to be acquired for $52.5 billion in what could become the largest private equity-funded buyout in history. Silver Lake…

IJREXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting ItSimon August · 4 min · 7h

Ireland plans funding for all SIM applicants — Jul 22, 2026All applicants have been accepted into the 2026 Straw Incorporation Measure, despite applications surpassing the €10 million budget, with over 73,000 hectares submitted and the minister promising to secure extra funding so no eligible farmer is left out. Acceptance letters will be issued soon, farmers may withdraw if needed, and the scheme is touted for both financial support to tillage farmers and its environmental benefits.

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

Singapore Cabinet Changes Elevate New Leaders — Jul 22, 2026Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong unveiled a cabinet reshuffle aimed at balancing immediate leadership transition with continuity, promoting a new generation while keeping veteran ministers in key roles after recent resignations. Key changes include K. Shanmugam becoming Senior Minister, MTI renamed to METI led by Gan Kim Yong and Tan See Leng, and promotions of Jeffrey Siow, David Neo, Sim Ann, and Ng Chee Meng, with portfolio shifts involving Manpower and Trade and Industry and changes taking effect from late July.

Steam SimFest, Train Fest Unveil Massive Rail SaleTech — Jul 20, 2026Steam Train Fest and SimFest are delivering broad discounts on train and simulation games, from deep cuts on Train Simulator Classic DLC to quirky titles like Denshattack and Choo-Choo Charles. End dates vary by article, but promotions run through late July, with some listings noting substantial savings across a wide catalog.

Conan O’Brien Credits Simpsons With Saving His Life — 6dConan O’Brien says leaving SNL in 1991 amid burnout led to his life-changing job as a writer and producer on The Simpsons, where he credits the show and its legendary writer room with saving his life and launching his later late-night career. He repeatedly highlights Matt Groening’s role in that pivotal transition and notes his Simpsons-era work helped shape his path to Late Night and The Tonight Show.

Jared Kim Conan sounds like he dodged a real bullet by landing that Simpsons job after the SNL grind.

Roche seals $1.53B Simcere trispecific deal — Sep 1, 2026Roche agreed to pay $75 million upfront to acquire exclusive global rights to SIM0660, a preclinical trispecific antibody from Simcere Zaiming that targets CD79a, CD19 and CD3, with total potential payments up to $1.53 billion and tiered royalties up to double digits. The therapy is designed to trigger T-cell–mediated killing across B-cell–mediated diseases, including autoimmune conditions, highlighting a growing collaboration between Roche and a Chinese biotech.

Maya Lindstrom Chinese biotech deals with big pharma keep growing, Simcere Zaiming landing this shows their pipeline is getting real attention.

On X · @btschartsxdailyBTS’s RM Praises ARMY as “Best Fans in the World” for Singing Korean Lyrics at iHeartRadio Music FestivalThe post from fan charts account @btschartsxdaily shares a clip of BTS leader Namjoon (RM) saying ARMY are “literally the best fans in the world” after 14 years, specifically praising them for singing along to all the Korean lyrics, calling it “incredible.” It includes the tags #BTSxIHeartRadio and #BTSonIHeartRadioMusicFestival and the common fan phrase “BTS PAVED THE WAY.” It is circulating/trending within K-pop circles because it captures a warm backstage/interview moment from BTS’s appearance at the 2026 iHeartRadio Music Festival, amplifying celebration of the group’s performance and their long-standing bond with fans.1,414 likes · 20m

Movable Middle Reaches 28% as Spiritual Openness GrowsGood News — Aug 30, 2026New U.S. research shows growing spiritual curiosity with 28% of Americans in the Movable Middle—open to the Bible but not deeply engaged—indicating openness without deeper formation, alongside Barna’s finding of a similar gap in long-term Christian growth. Pete Robertson’s book Beyond the System argues culture and religious structures shape belief, urging readers to examine unseen influences to pursue genuine transformation rather than simply aligning with a tradition.

Meghan Markle Clutch Draws Global Attention Amid Budget Lookalikes — Aug 26, 2026Meghan Markle is leaning into polished, affordable accessories, pairing simple outfits with luxe-looking but wallet-friendly options such as a Chunli Black Clutch Purse on Amazon for $35 and a designer-inspired, Cartier-like gold watch from Gaofan Hour for $26. Similarly, Victoria Beckham’s vacation-ready look is replicated with a $19 Amazon-ready Hermes-style sandal, underscoring a trend toward accessible luxe in celebrity style.

YourlistVS BattleMadonna vs Lady GagaThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.Madonna vs Lady Gaga · 152 votes — pick a side

Biden Caught on Hot Mic Insulting Reporter for Asking Simple QuestionOpinion — Jan 21, 2022President Joe Biden’s handlers have shielded him from tough questions for more than a year, and perhaps that has made him think his glaring policy failures are simply above reproach. Either that or the president is just…

Busted: Harris’ New Comms Director Criticized Biden, Gave Cash to GOP Presidential CandidateOpinion — Jan 11, 2022Leave it to Vice President Kamala Harris to mess up something as simple as a personnel decision. Last week, her office announced that Jamal Simmons would replace former communications director Ashley Etienne, who left…

Rams Name Simpson QB3, Cardinals Extend Wilson — Sep 3, 2026The Los Angeles Rams have shifted to a 2A/2B approach for backups, giving Stetson Bennett and Ty Simpson parallel development time behind Matthew Stafford. As preseason reps and internal discussions evolved, Bennett remains the more experienced backup, while Simpson has shown enough to keep the competition open, with the official Week 1 depth chart naming Bennett as Stafford’s backup and Simpson as the third-string quarterback.

DDaily Caller News FoundationEXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting ItA conservative group is pressing six paper giants to rein in their lobbying against a Trump administration-backed push to recycle more plastic.7h

Austin Simmons throws four touchdowns as Missouri routs Arkansas-Pine Bluff 54-14 — Sep 4, 2026Missouri freshman transfer Austin Simmons threw for 252 yards and four touchdowns in a dominant season-opening 54-14 win over Arkansas-Pine Bluff, exiting after a strong first half as the No. 25 Tigers cruised with backups. The performance featured eight catches for Donovan Olugbode and a productive first-half barrage that showcased Simmons' efficiency and the team's upgraded quarterback situation.

Derek Foss Simmons looked comfortable in the pocket right out of the gate, nice sign for Mizzou's offense this year.

QuizieQuizHow charismatic are you, really?Not a score out of ten — the AI identifies your specific brand of charm and where it's most dangerous.3 min · today's quiz

Valerie Simpson Turns 80, Celebrates Six-Decade Motown Career — Aug 25, 2026As Aug. 26 birthdays highlight lasting legacies in music, Valerie Simpson’s Ashford & Simpson catalog helped define soul and earned Hall of Fame recognition, while Bob Cowsill and his family’s The Cowsills inspired broader pop culture, including later TV adaptations. The anniversary focus extends to Elvis Costello and Rob Halford, underscoring Costello’s genre-spanning songwriting and landmark SNL moment, and Halford’s decades-long metal influence and iconic persona, including openness about his sexuality.

Rams Plan Simpson as Stafford Backup — Aug 12, 2026Stetson Bennett will start the Rams’ preseason opener against the Chiefs, with Ty Simpson set to play but not start as Los Angeles evaluates the No. 2 quarterback role behind Stafford and considers a 2026 depth plan that includes Caldwell. Across reports, Bennett has progressed in camp while Simpson, a 2026 first‑rounder, will get live-game reps to develop, shaping how the backup quarterback situation is approached this season.

Zen Technologies Secures ₹177.5 Crore MoD Simulator OrderBusiness — Jul 21, 2026Zen Technologies has secured multiple Indian Ministry of Defence contracts, including a ₹177.5 crore order to upgrade Tank and Crew Gunnery Simulators to be completed within a year, and a ₹180 crore order that expands its defence training simulators and anti-drone offerings, significantly boosting its order book. The company is also scaling up domestic, indigenously sourced capabilities through Vector Technics’ expanded drone propulsion production, aligning with Atmanirbhar Bharat/IDDM policies and strengthening revenue visibility.

Alabama Reports Flip of 2027 WR Cedrick SimmonsSports — Jul 15, 2026Alabama flipped in-state wide receiver Cedrick Simmons from Auburn to join the Crimson Tide’s 2027 class, signaling a significant off-field win in the Iron Bowl rivalry. Simmons, highlighted by his standout junior season, becomes Alabama’s 14th commit and the second wide receiver in the class as Auburn lines up other targets.

IJRItaly Scrambles Warships Toward Red Sea As Houthis Close In On Global Shipping ChokepointFrancis Kapper · 6 min · 9h

OJ Simpson Estate Moves to Pay Fred Goldman Nearly $58M — Nov 17, 2025Nearly three decades after winning a civil judgment against O.J. Simpson, Fred Goldman is finally on track to receive close to $58 million from Simpson’s estate. According to Fox News , Malcolm LaVergne, executor of…

Fitness Guru Richard Simmons Dies at 76Reporting — Jul 15, 2024Richard Simmons, known for getting people to exercise to “Sweatin’ to the Oldies,” has died. He was 76. Simmons died at his Los Angeles home the day after his birthday, per People . TMZ was first to report the news on…

OJ Simpson’s Cause of Death Confirmed as Debilitating, Painful DiseaseReporting — Apr 27, 2024The official cause of death of former football star and actor O.J. Simpson was announced Friday by his attorney and the executor of his estate. Malcolm Lavergne , who had been Simpson’s legal representative since 2009…

Claims Say OJ Simpson Was with Loved Ones During Last Moments; His Attorney Tells a Very Different StoryReporting — Apr 23, 2024Despite earlier claims that the late O.J. Simpson was surrounded by his “children and grandchildren” during his final moments, his attorney said only one person was present at his death. Malcolm LaVergne, Simpson’s…

Watch: OJ Simpson Told Fans His Health was ‘Good,’ Only to Die a Little While LaterReporting — Apr 12, 2024Just two months prior to his death on Wednesday due to prostate cancer, Orenthal James “O.J.” Simpson posted a video on social media platform X , assuring his fans that he was in “good” health. Simpson was 76 when he…

On X · @GMMTVGMMTV Teases Surprise at JuniorMark’s First Singapore Fan MeetingGMMTV's promotional post teasing a surprise at the JuniorMark Singapore fan meeting generated strong positive engagement from fans and official accounts, with near-universal excitement, support, and speculation but no meaningful criticism or opposition.2,049 likes · 20m