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Commentary: Smugglers Cheer ‘Viva Biden’ From Mexican Side of Rio Grande, Arrows Show Migrants Where To GoReporting — Apr 2, 2021It’s incredible that some are still refusing to credit President Joe Biden with this disaster. In a video from Senate Republicans covering Biden’s border crisis last week, witnesses heard human smugglers chanting “Viva…

Vivakor Plans 300k Bbl/Month Crude Deals; $700M AnnualBusiness — Jul 21, 2026Vivakor announces four recurring physical crude oil transactions that lift marketed volumes to 300,000 barrels per month (3.6 million annually) and an estimated $289 million in annualized commercial activity, with trading across the Cushing and Midland hubs. When added to existing programs, total recurring commercial activity reaches about $709 million annually and 8.1 million barrels of marketed crude oil, signaling expanded integration of marketing with its transportation, terminaling and storage assets.

Jeff Bezos Claims AI Boom Will Actually Lead To Labor Shortages — Jun 18, 2026Amazon founder Jeff Bezos claimed Wednesday that the artificial intelligence boom will actually result in labor shortages, multiple outlets reported. Bezos suggested during a talk at the VivaTech technology conference…

Reporter Asks KJP if She Sees a ‘Different Level of Vigor’ in Private With Biden Than the Public SeesReporting — Feb 12, 2024White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre has insisted her boss is incredibly healthy and vivacious. However, questions are swirling about whether she sees a different President Joe Biden in private than what the…

Fossilized dinosaur dung preserves feathers from extinct aquatic bird — 4dA fossilized feather found inside dinosaur dung in Montana is described as the best-preserved Mesozoic feather and offers new clues about why some birds survived the mass extinction while others did not. The evidence points to a connection with hesperornithiform aquatic birds and the evolution of the Neornithes lineage, potentially affecting survival outcomes across late Cretaceous birds.

Police Departments in Two Cities Host Informal Coffee Gatherings — 4dLaw enforcement agencies in several communities are hosting informal “Coffee with the Chief/Cop” events to foster open dialogue with residents, with gatherings planned at venues like Huddle House in Waynesboro, Revival Coffee in Evansville, and the Pierschbacher Event Center in Knoxville. The events emphasize non‑adversarial conversation, often featuring police and local officials ready to answer questions and discuss community concerns.

Ivonescimab Cuts Death Risk 27% in NSCLC TrialHealth — 5dIvonescimab significantly extends overall survival versus pembrolizumab in first-line PD-L1-positive advanced NSCLC, with a median OS of 30.8 months versus 22.6 months and a 27% reduction in death risk (HR 0.73). Benefits persisted across key subgroups, including PD-L1 high and squamous disease, and are driving international expansion through the ongoing HARMONi-7 study.

AstraZeneca Breast Cancer Trial Misses Key Goal — Sep 11, 2026AstraZeneca’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.

Oldest Alligator Relative Found After Dinosaur Extinction — Sep 10, 2026Paleontologists have identified Mandrasuchus milleri as the earliest confirmed alligatorine living only a few hundred thousand years after the dinosaur extinction, with numerous specimens indicating successful early post-extinction survival. Separately, a fossilized feather preserved inside a dinosaur-era coprolite reveals remarkable preservation and hints at the late Cretaceous food web and why some birds survived the asteroid impact.

Olga Mejía Glenn memoir traces Panama invasion survival to U.S. life — Sep 11, 2026Five articles profile Dr. Olga Mejía Glenn and her memoir Between Two Worlds, which recounts an immigrant’s journey from El Chorrillo in Panama to life in the United States, emphasizing resilience, education, and human rights. The book interweaves personal hardship, the 1989 U.S. invasion of Panama, and themes of faith, family, and belonging, urging readers to see the universal immigrant experience.

Derek Foss It is inspiring how she turned hardship in El Chorrillo into a focus on education and human rights in her new country.

McGinn Becomes Villa’s Top European Scorer — Sep 8, 2026John McGinn became Aston Villa’s all-time leading European scorer with his 12th goal, sealing the record in the 3-2 win over Club Brugge as Villa kicked off their 2026/27 Champions League campaign. The early-season coverage highlighted his big-game impact and Villa’s revival under Unai Emery, including his early strike that set the tone for their European form.

Commentary ahead of Sept. 11 anniversary recalls post-attack volunteerismWorld — Sep 8, 2026Local obituaries notice the passing of Hawk Miller and Bill Looney, detailing funeral arrangements and family survivors, reflecting on a life of community, work, and service; separately, a pair of pieces mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11, praising Americans’ resilience and the civic revival sparked by acts of kindness and expanded national service programs.

From Gary Cooper to Jamie Foxx, classic Westerns earn all-time best rankings — Aug 31, 2026A quartet of modern retrospectives celebrate classic Westerns—The Westerner by Gary Cooper achieving a perfect Rotten Tomatoes score and high regard on StudioBinder, Vera Cruz noted for its cynical tone and near-miss John Wayne casting, High Noon hailed as a landmark and preservation staple, and Jeremiah Johnson highlighted as Redford's personal favorite and a defining survival Western.

Amid Spain's heatwaves, the centuries-old abanico fan makes a comeback — Sep 1, 2026The traditional folding hand fan, known as the abanico, is experiencing a revival in Spain as heat waves drive both locals and tourists to use it more widely, from Madrid to Seville. Artisans are reviving and preserving the craft with handmade pieces alongside mass-produced designs, while flamenco performances continue to popularize and symbolize this cultural accessory.

Priya Raman My grandmother had one of these she'd snap open in church during summer mass, still have it in a drawer somewhere.

NYFW plans American heritage brand revival — Sep 1, 2026New York Fashion Week is emphasizing American heritage brands such as Ralph Lauren, Coach, and Tommy Hilfiger, with younger shoppers driving growth even as luxury markets face softness in Europe and the Middle East. The official schedule also highlights a broader designer lineup, including Indigenous NYFW showcases through INYFW listed on the CFDA calendar.

CD sales surge 58% as US music revenue tops $6 billion — Sep 1, 2026The U.S. recorded music market grew about 7% in the first half of 2026, driven by a revival of CDs and vinyl that boosted physical music revenue even as streaming remains the largest source; the industry described a healthy, diversified marketplace with continued investment in artists. Data show CD revenue surging roughly 59%, vinyl up about 18%, while paid subscriptions and overall streaming also rose, signaling broad consumer interest in multiple formats.

Rachel Meyers Streaming still dominates obviously, but nice to see physical media isn't totally dead. My local record store looks busier lately too.

Trump administration reviews California coastal authority amid new oil push — Sep 3, 2026The Trump administration is expanding its push to increase crude oil flows through California by launching a federal review of the state’s coastal management program, potentially curbing the California Coastal Commission’s authority on projects involving federal agencies. The effort includes plans for new offshore oil leases in California and Florida, revival of an idle pipeline after a major spill, and moves to permit fracking on an offshore platform, signaling a shift away from renewables.

Marcus Bell Fracking offshore instead of investing in renewables is the wrong direction for our energy future and the environment.

Trump Economic Boom Claims Split Over Jobs Data — Sep 3, 2026The Trump administration is portraying a domestic manufacturing revival driven by America First policies, with officials claiming a construction-led boost and broader investment in U.S. factories, while independent analyses note ongoing manufacturing job declines and inflation/debt pressures. At the same time, new workforce initiatives like the Foundry School aim to expand manufacturing talent, signaling continued emphasis on expanding domestic production alongside concerns about achieving sustained growth.

Four classic rock albums and songs mark chart-topping anniversaries — Sep 4, 2026The pieces collectively highlight pivotal moments in rock history: the Allman Brothers Band’s Brothers and Sisters topped the charts in 1973 after traumatic losses reshaped their sound, while Creedence Clearwater Revival’s Cosmo’s Factory dominated in 1970 with a diverse, hit-filled run. The commemorations also touch on Freddie Mercury’s birthday, Aerosmith’s only Hot 100 No. 1 with I Don’t Want to Miss a Thing, The Animals’ rising hit The House of the Rising Sun in 1964, Stevie Nicks’ solo Bella Donna era, and a notable 25-years-ago heavy-metal album release.

Sam Okafor Funny that Aerosmith only hit number one once and it was a movie ballad, not one of their harder rock tunes.

Arsenal down Chelsea as Ødegaard's stunning scoring revival continues — Sep 6, 2026Arsenal beat Chelsea 2-1 with Martin Ødegaard the 50th-minute winner, Havertz had earlier equalized and Calafiori contributed to the buildup as the champions showcased their attack despite transfer-window departures. The win keeps Arsenal/top form with nine points from three games, while Ødegaard has three goals this season and pundits like Ashley Young highlight the dangerous right-side link with Saka and Havertz as pivotal to their title bid.

Priya Raman Nine points from three games says everything about where Arsenal's heads are at this season, no hangover from the summer business at all.

Brendan Fraser surprised everyone at a screening of 'The Mummy' by showing up in costume — Sep 8, 2026Brendan Fraser arrived at a London double feature of The Mummy films dressed as Rick O'Connell and spoke to the audience about the movies before the franchise revival was announced.

FDA approves drug reported to double survival for late pancreatic cancer — Sep 8, 2026A new drug called daraxonrasib won quick FDA approval after a trial showed it doubled survival time for pancreatic cancer patients whose disease advanced after chemotherapy.

Rachel Meyers Doubling survival time is meaningful progress even if it is only for late-stage cases like these.

Nuclear Stocks Span Global Markets, IPOs, ReactorsBusiness — Sep 4, 2026Nuclear-energy equities are drawing renewed investor focus as governments back long-term contracts and SMR pipelines, with BWX Technologies trading on the strength of Navy propulsion contracts and NuScale offering pure-play SMR exposure despite ongoing losses. Indian nuclear-linked players like Kirloskar Oil Engines, plus an IPO revival and consensus price targets for Nano Nuclear Energy, illustrate the sector’s varied risk-reward and reliance on project pipelines and analyst outlooks.

The Survival of the Donner Party's ChildrenGood News — FROM 1847Children rescued after 1846 snowstorm