Tuesday · August 18, 2026 Vol. I · No. 229
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Moscow says Britain will ‘have to answer’ for the UK-made drones hitting Russian refineries Netanyahu’s office says Syria allowed Turkish troops onto airbase near Aleppo Framework's cheapest laptop just got a major spec bump The Atlantic: the U.S. and NATO have no plan for a coordinated Russian–Chinese attack Khabib Nurmagomedov praises ‘legend’ Edson Barboza after former rival’s retirement The InSight Take: The Shield of the Americas Grows, But Does it Have a Strategy? Russia, Myanmar sign memorandum on energy cooperation — ministry Ukraine’s dismissed defence minister calls for wartime presidential election Moscow says Britain will ‘have to answer’ for the UK-made drones hitting Russian refineries Netanyahu’s office says Syria allowed Turkish troops onto airbase near Aleppo Framework's cheapest laptop just got a major spec bump The Atlantic: the U.S. and NATO have no plan for a coordinated Russian–Chinese attack Khabib Nurmagomedov praises ‘legend’ Edson Barboza after former rival’s retirement The InSight Take: The Shield of the Americas Grows, But Does it Have a Strategy? Russia, Myanmar sign memorandum on energy cooperation — ministry Ukraine’s dismissed defence minister calls for wartime presidential election

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Sports · NHL

Penguins Sign Tomas Galvas To Entry-Level Contract

The Pittsburgh Penguins have locked up one of their selections from the 2026 NHL Draft. According to a team announcement, the Penguins have signed defenseman Tomas Galvas to a thr…

Sports · European soccer

‘There is a magnificent balance’: how Spain built a record-breaking defence

The Spain goalkeeper Unai Simón has not conceded a goal at the World Cup and, worryingly for Belgium, he has not had to face that many shots“We’re the villains, there to stop the …

Sports · European basketball

No. 1 Recruit Marcus Spears Jr. Reclassifies To 2026, Picks Texas Over Arizona

Marcus Spears Jr., ranked as the No. 1 prospect in the 2027 class, is reclassifying to 2026 and committing to Texas, he told ESPN on Thursday. Arizona, LSU and Kentucky had also p…

Sports · NBA

Warriors, Charles Bassey Agree To One-Year Deal

The Warriors are re-signing free agent center Charles Bassey to a one-year contract, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (via Twitter). Bassey, 25, finished out last season with Golden…

Sports · European basketball

Pete Nance, Bucks Agree To Two-Year Deal

Pete Nance and the Milwaukee Bucks have agreed upon a two-year non-guaranteed contract. Nance appeared in 47 games with the Bucks last season, averaging 5.4 points, 2.7 rebounds a…

Sports · NFL

Zach Allen: Broncos expect to break the NFL record for sacks this season

Last year, the Broncos were on pace to break the NFL record for sacks for much of the season, before falling short late in the year.

Sports · European basketball

Charles Bassey, Warriors Agree To One-Year Deal

Charles Bassey and the Golden State Warriors have agreed upon a one-year deal. Bassey appeared in 13 games during the 2025-26 season across stops with the Warriors, Boston Celtics…

SPORTS
Sports · MLB

Sandoval goes 4-plus strong in first start since 2024

SPORTS
Sports · MLB

Red Sox win 6th straight behind Patrick Sandoval's first start since 2024

Sports · European soccer

US star Stevenson signs with Zuffa Boxing

Shakur Stevenson has signed with new promotional powerhouse Zuffa Boxing.

Sports · Boxing

US star Stevenson signs with Zuffa Boxing

Shakur Stevenson has signed with new promotional powerhouse Zuffa Boxing.

Sports · MLB

Trade Deadline Outlook: Seattle Mariners

The Mariners are coming off an ALCS appearance in 2025 and are looking to go even farther in 2026. They are in decent position thus far, as they have a slight lead in a tight Amer…

SPORTS
Sports · MMA

Chael Sonnen praises Josh Hokit’s ‘character development’ despite UFC Freedom 250 interview controversy

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Sports · MMA

Manon Fiorot vs. Alexa Grasso set for Noche UFC

A high stakes women’s flyweight matchup is set for September. Multiple people with knowledge of the promotion’s plans confirmed to MMA Fighting that Manon Fiorot faces former cham…

Sports · MMA

Fans react to Herb Dean losing ‘Referee of the Year’ category at MMA awards amid Alex Pereira rants

A Herb Dean victory at the 2026 World MMA Awards might have sent Alex Pereira over the edge. The veteran referee has been coming under...

SPORTS
Sports · MLB

Mets To Place Mark Vientos On IL With Hand Fracture

Mets infielder Mark Vientos is going to be out a while. He was hit by a pitch on his right hand today. In his post-game press conference, as relayed by SNY Mets, interim manager A…

Sports · NHL

Maple Leafs Part With Hayley Wickenheiser Despite Her Expectation Of Staying

Hayley Wickenheiser said during her conversations with new Toronto Maple Leafs GM John Chayka, she expected to continue to have a significant impact within the organization. Now, …

Sports · MMA

Conor McGregor Reacts to Obsession Becoming a Box Office Sensation, Nina-Marie Daniele Tells Wild Alien Story

Conor McGregor weighs in on Curry Barker’s record-breaking horror hit, Obsession. According to reports, the film was made on...

Sports · MLS

Leicester Set to Sign Premier League Veteran on One Year Deal

With a huge season in League One on the horizon, Leicester's recruitment was always going to be pivotal. Last summer, they made zero permanent outfield signings, a decision that s…

Sports · MLS

World Cup Quarterfinal Prediction: Norway vs England

Two of the best strikers in the world, England's Harry Kane and Norway's Erling Haaland will face off in the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup in Miami. While Norway have a true…

Sports · NFL

Jayden Daniels is working with his teammates in California

Jayden Daniels has a social media feud with Brandon Aiyuk, who has expressed interest in playing in Washington.

Sports · MLS

List of World Cup winners by year: Every champion since 1930

Only eight different national teams have won the FIFA World Cup in nearly a century since the tournament's inaugural edition. Soccer is the most popular sport in the world and, ev…

Sports · European basketball

Jerry Colangelo Leads New Las Vegas Bid As Seattle Interest Lags

A group led by former NBA executive Jerry Colangelo and Horizon Sports & Experiences CEO David Levy announced plans Wednesday to submit an NBA expansion bid for Las Vegas. The gro…

SPORTS
Sports · NHL

Likeliest Canadiens to Replace Gallagher as Alternate Captain

Replacing Brendan Gallagher won’t be easy, but the Canadiens do have many viable alternate-captain candidates from which to choose.