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in Taylor Swift
How might Taylor Swift's endorsement of Harris and the resulting Trump reactions influence the presidential race?
— Tom Gallagher
Tom Gallagher · 1d
in Tim Walz
What effects have Minnesota's abortion laws, education spending, and race-based programs under Tim Walz had on residents?
— Derek Foss
Derek Foss · 2d
in California-based
Should California face federal funding cuts over its sanctuary laws and environmental policies?
— Jared Kim
Jared Kim · Sep 10, 2026
in United States of America
Which is the bigger long-term threat to U.S. national security: dependence on foreign rare earth minerals, or the emerging global arms race?
— Jared Kim
Jared Kim · Sep 2, 2026
in Vladimir Putin
Given Putin's reported demand for eastern Ukraine and shortened deadlines from Trump, what would a realistic peace deal actually look like—and who would need to concede the most?
— Rachel Meyers
Rachel Meyers · Aug 22, 2026
in Vladimir Putin
What would a realistic peace deal need to include to be acceptable to Ukraine, Russia, and Europe simultaneously—or is that combination impossible?
— Dana Whitfield
Dana Whitfield · Aug 21, 2026
in Hamas
What would genuine success for this peace deal look like to you, and what specific developments would make you skeptical it's actually holding?
— Chris Dalton
Chris Dalton · Aug 18, 2026
in Zohran Mamdani
What explains the sharp divide in recent polling on Mamdani's race, and which numbers do you find most credible—and why?
— Tom Gallagher
Tom Gallagher · Aug 17, 2026
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Sep 18, 2026
2026 MLB stretch run: wild-card races and top performances
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Aaron Nola pitched seven scoreless innings as the Phillies edged the Mets 3-0 to pull even with the Cubs for the top NL wild-card spot.
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Jared Young gave a thumbs-up in a neck brace as he was carted off after Nolan McLean's knee struck his head.
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Sep 17, 2026
US deploys on-orbit space weapons amid China criticism
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China condemned the United States for deploying on-orbit space weapons, urging Washington to halt preparations for space warfare.
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The Space Force has deployed on-orbit space control weapons to defend U.S. forces and preserve space superiority.
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Sep 17, 2026
Ed Sheeran Loop Tour faces Palestine protests and opener withdrawals
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Finneas, Aaron Rowe, and Beoga withdraw from Ed Sheeran's The Loop tour in solidarity with Palestine.
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Macklemore pledges his $1M Loop Tour earnings to six Palestinian relief groups.
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Jackie Young Ties WNBA Quarter-Scoring Record as Aces Rout Storm
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Jackie Young tied the WNBA quarter-scoring record with 22 points in the first period and finished with a career-high 35 as Las Vegas beat Seattle 114-77.
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Derek Foss
Jackie Young's 22-point quarter is wild, she looked unstoppable right from the start against Seattle.
Brewers Near Division Clinch Entering Pirates Series
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"The Milwaukee Brewers, leading the NL Central late in the season, travel to Pittsburgh for a pivotal three-game series as they push to clinch the division and seek the top NL seed, powered by ace Jacob Misiorowski who has been dominant this year. The Pirates, with slim playoff chances and a bullpen-by-committee approach, look to finish strong as scheduling uncertainties loom and the Brewers’ recent form raises the stakes for the playoff race."
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Brewers pushing for the top seed makes this matchup bigger than a normal division game.
Aces' NaLyssa Smith to miss rest of season
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— Aug 27, 2026
Las Vegas Aces forward NaLyssa Smith will miss the rest of the season with a left-leg injury suffered against the Toronto Tempo, a huge blow to a team already relying on her inside scoring and rebounding. The injury comes as the WNBA season pauses for the FIBA World Cup, giving the Aces a break to regroup and plan how to fill the frontcourt void ahead of the final stretch and playoffs.
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Cristopher Sánchez Allows Six Runs Against Astros
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— Sep 9, 2026
Cristopher Sanchez has strung together several rough outings for the Phillies, raising questions about his viability as a postseason ace as opposing teams capitalize on base-runner traffic, with teammates like Jess Luzardo and Wheeler emerging as the more trusted options. Philadelphia is counting on a rebound from Sanchez in key upcoming series against the Astros and Braves to regain ground in the division, even as Houston’s rotation seeks to maintain its own momentum.
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EXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting It
Simon August · 4 min · 6h
Kiss Guitar Legend Ace Frehley, the Original ‘Space Ace,’ Dies at 74
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— Oct 17, 2025
Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the iconic glam rock band Kiss, has died at 74. Known for his cosmic makeup, blistering solos, and smoke-spewing guitars, Frehley passed away Thursday in…
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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.
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Hollywood Vampires Release Ace Of Spades Cover Montreux
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— Jul 22, 2026
Hollywood Vampires release Ace Of Spades as the second single from their upcoming live album At Montreux Jazz Festival, a 2018 Montreux performance tribute to Lemmy and a feature of a new live video. The project accompanies an extensive European tour kicking off August 12 in London, highlighting the band’s mix of classic covers and original material.
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Lynx Beat Wings as McBride Nets 43, Clinches Playoff
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— Aug 8, 2026
Minnesota Lynx rookie Olivia Miles delivered a dramatic half-court buzzer-beater against the Las Vegas Aces, signaling her rise as a pivotal playmaker as the Lynx push toward the playoffs. She later starred with 26 points in a 98-87 win to clinch a playoff berth, supported by Napheesa Collier and a balanced lineup that stretched the lead and held off the Aces.
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Aces rest Wilson, Gray, Young ahead of New York Liberty game in back-to-back
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— Aug 9, 2026
The Las Vegas Aces rested A’ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young for Sunday’s game against the New York Liberty on the second half of a brutal back-to-back, citing player health after extensive cross-country travel. Coach Becky Hammon emphasized health and safety amid a lengthy road trip and a late arrival in New York following a Minnesota game.
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ACE Robotics Plans 2027 ChatGPT Moment, 1,000 Stores
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— Aug 21, 2026
Industry players are predicting a late-2020s breakthrough in embodied AI for humanoid robots, with ACE Robotics’ Wang Xiaogang estimating a ChatGPT-like moment by end-2027 and 4–5 years to broad commercial deployment, driven by world models and real-world data. Unitree’s Wang Xingxing counters with a faster but uncertain timeline (as little as 2–3 years, or up to 5–10), noting real-world adaptability and investor enthusiasm, while overall progress remains contingent on deploying robust, data-rich systems outside controlled environments.
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Dodgers Defeat Giants 8-2 in Series Opener
The official Dodgers account posted a celebratory final-score update announcing an 8-2 victory over the Giants. The reaction is heavily one-sided in favor of the Dodgers with 80-90% support from fans and neutrals celebrating the win, versus 10-20% opposition mainly from Giants fans expressing frustration.
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Sakamoto beats retiring Nishikori, earns US Open spot
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— Aug 28, 2026
Japan’s Rei Sakamoto defeated Kei Nishikori 6-4, 7-6(3) in the US Open qualifying final to earn a main-draw spot, signaling a changing of the guard as Nishikori—who has said this will be his final season—continues toward retirement. Sakamoto, 20, fired 19 aces and spoke of idolizing Nishikori, whose farewell is framed against the backdrop of the rising Japanese talent.
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Dodgers Top Tigers as Skubal Returns to Comerica
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— Aug 23, 2026
Tarik Skubal, now a Dodgers ace, is slated to face his former Tigers at Comerica Park in the late-August three-game series, with rotation changes and scheduling shifts highlighting the intrigue of his return. The matchup underscores Detroit’s continued playoff pursuit and Skubal’s sustained impact after the trade deadline move.
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Madonna vs Lady Gaga
The Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.
Madonna vs Lady Gaga · 152 votes — pick a side
‘I’m Cognitively There’: Trump Doubles Down on Cognitive Test
Reporting
— Jul 23, 2020
President Donald Trump is boasting about his cognitive test results again claiming he aced the test. During a conversation with Fox News medical contributor Dr. Marc Siegel, Trump discussed his mental fitness as he…
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Trump Reportedly Has Ace Up His Sleeve For Countries That Refuse To Take Back Their Illegal Migrants
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— Dec 5, 2024
The incoming Trump administration is reportedly devising a plan to remove illegal migrants from the United States, even if their home countries refuse to accept them. Illegal migrants that have been ordered deported by…
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Starodubtseva Upsets Tjen to Reach Monterrey Quarterfinals
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— Aug 24, 2026
Ukrainian star Yuliia Starodubtseva, after a six-match slump, advanced to the Monterrey quarterfinals by beating seventh-seeded Janice Tjen in straight sets, aided by a 5-0 ace edge and converting most break chances. The Monterrey slate also featured France’s Diane Parry progressing to the quarterfinals, with other first-round winners and a lucky loser round continuing the draw.
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EXCLUSIVE: Trump’s EPA Wants More Plastic Turned Into New Products, And The Paper Lobby Is Fighting It
A conservative group is pressing six paper giants to rein in their lobbying against a Trump administration-backed push to recycle more plastic.
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MLB Legend Curt Schilling Shreds Dodgers for Anti-Christian Stunt: ‘Billionaires Can’t Do Math’
Opinion
— Jun 17, 2023
For certain sects of Major League Baseball fandom, there are few figures quite as mythic or legendary as Curt Schilling. The longtime MLB ace, who has played for a number of teams over his illustrious career, is perhaps…
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How charismatic are you, really?
Not a score out of ten — the AI identifies your specific brand of charm and where it's most dangerous.
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Chris Wallace Presses Trump on Cognitive Test He Says He Passed: ‘It’s Not the Hardest Test’
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— Jul 19, 2020
President Donald Trump is challenging presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden (D) to take the same cognitive test he claims he “aced.” During an interview on Fox News’ “Fox News Sunday,” Trump blasted…
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Charlamagne Warns Vance Has Ace Up His Sleeve He Can Play If Walz Calls Him ‘Weird’ At Debate
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— Oct 1, 2024
Radio host Charlamagne Tha God on Tuesday warned that Republican Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance has a strong counter if Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz tries to label him as “weird” during their debate. Walz is credited with…
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Eerie Photos: Cargo Ship Carrying Thousands of Luxury Cars Finally Sinks After Burning for 13 Days
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— Mar 3, 2022
The fish off the coast of the Azores Islands will be swimming in luxury. Thirteen days after a fire was first reported aboard the cargo ship Felicity Ace, it sank about 250 miles from the Azores on Tuesday with a cargo…
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Reese misses game-winning layup against Fever
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— Aug 19, 2026
Angel Reese missed a potential game-winning layup against the Indiana Fever, said she didn’t sleep afterward, and used the setback to fuel a stronger performance. She followed with a 21-point, 10-rebound effort in a 97-82 win over the Las Vegas Aces, helping Atlanta in the playoff race, amid heightened attention as the Fever-Dream matchup drew ESPN viewership records.
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Italy Scrambles Warships Toward Red Sea As Houthis Close In On Global Shipping Chokepoint
Francis Kapper · 6 min · 9h
Angels Edge Giants 4-3
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— Jul 24, 2026
The betting market shows the San Francisco Giants as clear home favorites against the Angels, with sharp money heavily backing the Run Line (-1.5) and Over 8, while the Angels struggle on the road. Previews emphasize a Giants win at home behind ace Logan Webb, and highlight Grayson Rodriguez’s under on 15.5 pitcher outs as a favorable prop in the matchup.
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Red Sox beat Marlins 4-2 in Miami
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— Aug 25, 2026
The Miami Marlins were aggressive on the bases but hurt themselves with key outs and missed opportunities, including a late throw-home play and multiple runners left on base in a setback to the Red Sox, as manager Clayton McCullough stressed continued emphasis on tenacious baserunning. Ace Sandy Alcantara delivered his usual high-quality start, seven innings of one-run ball, but the offense went 2-for-18 with runners in scoring position and the bullpen failed late, leaving Miami with a series-opening loss.
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Fever Await Clark Suspension Appeal After Tech Foul
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— Aug 7, 2026
Caitlin Clark credited her late free-throw misses and a critical turnover for costing the Indiana Fever in an 86-84 overtime loss to the Las Vegas Aces, as Chelsea Gray delivered two buzzer-beaters to seal the win. Despite strong contributions from Clark, Mitchell, and Boston, Indiana couldn’t close out the game, leaving them to regroup after the dramatic defeat.
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Marlins Place Max Meyer on IL with Neck Strain
Sports
— Jul 20, 2026
Marlins ace Max Meyer was placed on the 15-day injured list with a neck strain, thinning a rotation that already relies on Alcantara and Eury Pérez. The injury comes as Miami wrestles with a six-game slide and scrutiny over rotation depth ahead of the trade deadline, prompting consideration of internal options like Braxton Garrett to cover innings.
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Ukraine-Raytheon plan to co-produce Patriot interceptors
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— Jul 23, 2026
Ukraine will jointly produce Patriot interceptor missiles with Raytheon to bolster its air defense, with Zelensky noting that the partnership builds on prior talks with Trump in Ankara and that government and private-sector teams will finalize details. The plan aligns with broader defense moves, including a lower-cost PAC-3 ACE interceptor from Lockheed Martin, while no production timeline has been disclosed.
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Dodgers Highlight Mookie Betts’ Second Homers in Blowout Win Over Giants
Official Dodgers post celebrating Mookie Betts’ two home runs in an 8-2 win over the Giants draws overwhelmingly positive reactions from fans and media, with no meaningful opposition split.
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