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Mike Tyson and 50 Cent Both Called This Connecticut Mansion Home. Now It's Asking $9.9 Million — 22hA Farmington mansion once owned by Mike Tyson and 50 Cent is listed at $9.9 million after Casey and Shera Askar turned its nightclub, studio and seven kitchens into a stage for family gatherings.

Marcus Bell Turning the old nightclub into family space was probably the smartest change the Askars made.

Sweden PM Kristersson Resigns After Election Defeat — 1dSweden’s opposition won the parliamentary election 176-173, prompting Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson to resign as final tallies confirmed a shift away from his ruling bloc. The result sets the stage for Magdalena Andersson and the Social Democrats to potentially form a new government once results are formally certified.

Dana Whitfield Kristersson did what was right by resigning quickly once the final numbers came in.

Dunbar Wins Vuelta Stage 19, Mas Retains Lead — Sep 11, 2026Irish cyclist Eddie Dunbar won Stage 19 of the Vuelta a España after timing his final attack to overtake leader Santiago Buitrago, capping a remarkable comeback from a serious injury with support from teammate Thomas Gloag. Spanish rider Enric Mas defended the red jersey, extending his GC lead over Primož Roglič to 1 minute 37 seconds ahead of Stage 20, as Dunbar's victory underlined a dramatic mountain stage.

Chris Dalton Dunbar's timing on that final attack was perfect after everything he's been through.

Brighton Beats Manchester United After 2-0 Comeback — 1dManchester United were eliminated from the Carabao Cup after a 3-2 defeat to Brighton, surrendering an early 2-0 lead as the Seagulls staged a dramatic comeback with goals before and after the break. The defeat, following a turbulent week that included a derby setback, heightens scrutiny on Michael Carrick and United's early-season form.

Sam Okafor United blew a two goal lead far too easily, the defense looked lost after the break and Carrick has real work ahead.

Electra Therapeutics Prices $350 Million Biotech IPO — 1dElectra Therapeutics priced an upsized $15-per-share IPO at roughly $350 million, selling 23,333,334 shares with a 30-day option for 3.5 million more and set to trade on Nasdaq as ETRA; proceeds will fund its ipsoprubart HLH program and other candidates as it scales its late-stage pipeline. The deal underscores strong investor demand for biotech IPOs in 2026, with Electra among multiple companies raising substantial capital for immune-mediated diseases and cancer programs.

Sam Okafor The proceeds should help push their late-stage candidates forward, though execution risk in biotech remains high.

Céline Dion Returns to Stage in Paris — Sep 10, 2026Céline Dion is making a high-profile comeback to the Paris stage after years away due to stiff-person syndrome, with a 16-show residency kicking off September 12, 2026, amid immense fan anticipation and sold-out dates. Coverage highlights her preparations, public appearances, and the sustained demand for her performances as she resumes live shows in Paris.

Boa Constrictor Wins Met Opera Snake Auditions — Sep 5, 2026Snakes auditioned at the Metropolitan Opera for Così fan tutte; a boa constrictor named Princess won the role with understudy Nala, chosen by performer Zoe Ziegfeld who handles the snake on stage. The production is staged as a 1950s Coney Island carnival with animal talent expert Nancy Novograd supplying the snakes for the auditions.

Rachel Meyers Zoe Ziegfeld has got one of the more unusual job descriptions on Broadway, handling a boa constrictor for a Coney Island carnival scene.

Swiatek wins two tiebreaks, sets up US Open rematch with Zheng — Sep 6, 2026Iga Swiatek defeated Marie Bouzkova in two tight tiebreak sets to reach the US Open fourth round and set up a rematch with Zheng Qinwen, while Qinwen staged a dramatic comeback to advance to the round of 16 and eye a clash with Swiatek. The results keep Swiatek on track despite a challenging season, and place Qinwen as a rising contender who could meet her former Olympic-winning rival in the next stage.

Chris Dalton Zheng coming back like that shows real fight. A rematch with Swiatek after their Olympic final would be a great watch.

Lincoln Kienholz throws for 332 yards in Louisville's 59-13 win — 6dLouisville rolled to a 59-13 win over Villanova behind Lincoln Kienholz’s 332 passing yards and four total touchdowns, solidifying a high-powered start for Jeff Brohm’s offense. The Cardinals’ balanced attack featured Lawayne McCoy’s 102 receiving yards and multiple contributors, setting the stage for an ACC opener against SMU.

Elena Vasquez Kienholz threw for 332 yards and four scores while the run game stayed involved too. That balance should help against SMU.

South Korea U-20 women reach World Cup round of 16 after late goals — 5dSouth Korea posted a string of advances across sports, rolling past Japan 100-83 to top Group A in the Asian Games basketball group stage and reach the quarterfinals, while in the Overwatch World Cup the national team swept its quarterfinals to reach the semifinals, and in the U-20 Women's World Cup the junior side defeated Ecuador 3-2 to finish second in Group C and advance to the Round of 16.

Dana Whitfield The basketball win over Japan plus the Overwatch sweep makes this a strong week overall for Korean teams.

AstraZeneca Breast Cancer Trial Misses Key Goal — 6dAstraZeneca’s breast cancer pill camizestrant (Etcamah) failed to improve progression-free survival in a late-stage trial when added to standard therapy, despite an earlier ESR1 mutation–targeted approval and after-hours stock weakness. The broader trial that reached more patients failed, while a separate study in ESR1-mutant patients showed a meaningful benefit, underscoring a split outcome for the drug’s potential.

Marcus Bell It's frustrating the overall trial missed but good the ESR1 group still saw real benefit from the drug.

Leknessund wins Vuelta stage seven; Pogacar extends lead — Aug 28, 2026Norwegian rider Andreas Leknessund stormed to victory on stage seven of the Vuelta a España with a late solo attack on the Aramon Valdelinares climb, giving Uno-X Mobility their first Vuelta stage win as teammate Tobias Halland Johannessen finished second; the day was marked by the nation mourning King Harald V of Norway. Pogacar extended his overall lead, while Leknessund and Johannessen wore black armbands to honor the king.

Pogačar Withdraws from Vuelta; Coquard Wins Stage 8 — Aug 29, 2026Tadej Pogacar, the leader of the Vuelta a España, abandoned during stage 8 after a heavy crash that left him with facial and shoulder injuries, ending his bid to win the race. The accident reshaped the GC, with Enric Mas taking the lead as Pogacar becomes the first reigning Tours winner to exit a Grand Tour mid-race.

Amsterdam Museum Unveils Kusama Retrospective as Tribute After Death — Sep 9, 2026The Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam is staging a comprehensive Kusama retrospective with 300+ works, an immersive infinity room, and around 50 pieces never before shown, serving as a posthumous tribute after her death at 97. The exhibition extends Kusama’s signature polka-dot world to public spaces, wrapping trees and the building facade in dots, and aims to appeal to both new visitors and longtime fans.

Brennan wins Vuelta stage two, Pogacar holds red — Aug 23, 2026Britain's Matt Brennan won stage two of the Vuelta a España, with Pau Miquel second and Tadej Pogacar close behind to retain the red leader’s jersey after a 214.3-kilometer climb-filled day. Brennan benefited from Wout van Aert’s late help, while Pogacar extended his overall lead and held a nine-second advantage over Van Aert going into the next stage.

Iran to Double Gasoline Price for Heavy UsersFinance — Sep 6, 2026Iran is experiencing deepening economic distress as purchasing power erodes and living costs surge, with households forced to spend more on basics as savings lose value. In response to sanctions and a strained economy, Tehran is raising gasoline prices for heavier users in staged tiers, increasing the burden on many drivers and prompting warnings of potential protests.

Trump Arrives in Ireland for Meetings and Irish Open — Sep 9, 2026Local Gaelic football takes center stage as Kilcavan and Mountmellick face off in the Laois IFC semi-final for a spot in the intermediate final, while Galway dominates the 2026 TG4 All-Star nominations following their All-Ireland win; separately, a deep dive into Trump International Doonbeg looks at the luxury resort behind the gates ahead of the Irish Open, and a Indo Daily special revisits the Lance Armstrong–Floyd Landis doping saga and its fallout.

Video: Biden Falls on Stage at Air Force GraduationReporting — Jun 1, 2023President Joe Biden took a tumble on stage. On Thursday, the president was seen on stage during the commencement ceremony at the U.S. Air Force Academy. A video showed Biden turning to walk away from the podium. He then…

Country Singer Defends Decision to Welcome DeSantis on Stage During ConcertReporting — Oct 31, 2022Country singer Luke Bryan did not back down from his decision to bring Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) on stage during a concert in Jacksonville, Florida. Footage of DeSantis joining Bryan on stage during a concert to…

Dave Chappelle Attacked After Man Reportedly Jumped on StageReporting — May 4, 2022A man reportedly jumped on stage and attacked comedian Dave Chappelle during his show Tuesday night. ABC News’ Stephanie Wash reported Chappelle was “rushed and attacked on stage by a man at the Hollywood Bowl. Chapelle…

Company Hired To Set up CPAC Stage Takes Responsibility for the Design After Comparison To Nazi SymbolReporting — Mar 3, 2021Design Foundry, the company hired to set up the stage at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), is taking responsibility for the stage design after some compared it to a Nazi symbol. The company told the…

Butterfly Appears During Dolly Parton Opry Tribute — Aug 26, 2026Following Dolly Parton’s passing, a butterfly appeared on stage during Mae Estes’ Grand Ole Opry tribute to her, a moment echoed across tributes that underscored her long association with the insect as her personal symbol. The outpouring, from stage moments to fan posts and butterfly-themed branding and jewelry, highlights how the butterfly motif permeated Parton’s music, branding, and memorials.

Lac Knife Project Included in Canada Investment Summit Deal Book — Sep 10, 2026Focus Graphite will attend the Canada Investment Summit 2026 in Toronto, with its Lac Knife Graphite Project included in the investment deal book, positioning it for engagement with global investors as Canada aims to catalyze C$1 trillion in five years. The Lac Knife project is high-grade and feasibility-stage with strong economics, though the 2023 study did not include the CTM ITC credit; applying a 30% refundable tax credit could materially improve upfront capital economics.

Chris Dalton The 2023 study missed the refundable credit which could cut upfront costs a lot if they rerun the numbers.

Real Madrid Open Champions League vs Inter — Aug 29, 2026Real Madrid will begin the Champions League group stage on Sept. 8 against Inter Milan, while Paris Saint-Germain open at Slovan Bratislava and then face Manchester City and Barcelona in October; other notable fixtures include Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid and Arsenal vs Real Madrid. For the 2026/27 campaign, Shakhtar Donetsk will play eight group-stage matches with their nominal home games hosted at Stamford Bridge in London.

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