Friday · August 21, 2026 Vol. I · No. 232
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Tiananmen Square vigil organisers found guilty in Hong Kong of ‘inciting subversion’ Gold futures top $4,600 per troy ounce, first time since May 29 AI-driven literature mining speeds discovery of heat-stable lead-free dielectric materials Plane makes emergency landing in Sakhalin after engine catches fire US wants its economy to grow faster than state debt — Vance Panama canal to reduce shipping as El Niño strikes vital route Genki’s new customizable controller has a big screen and adjustable buttons Bitcoin pushes past $75,000 as rally continues. Tiananmen Square vigil organisers found guilty in Hong Kong of ‘inciting subversion’ Gold futures top $4,600 per troy ounce, first time since May 29 AI-driven literature mining speeds discovery of heat-stable lead-free dielectric materials Plane makes emergency landing in Sakhalin after engine catches fire US wants its economy to grow faster than state debt — Vance Panama canal to reduce shipping as El Niño strikes vital route Genki’s new customizable controller has a big screen and adjustable buttons Bitcoin pushes past $75,000 as rally continues.

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How all 30 teams can upgrade at Trade Deadline

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How all 30 teams can upgrade at Trade Deadline

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How all 30 teams can upgrade at Trade Deadline

Sports · European soccer

Brilliant Bellingham downs Norway to send England into last four

England booked their place in the semi-finals of the World Cup as another double from Jude Bellingham clinched a 2-1 extra-time victory over Norway in Miami.

Sports · European soccer

Spain book blockbuster semi-final with France after more Merino heroics

Spain booked a blockbuster semi-final meeting with France after beating Belgium 2-1 thanks to last-gasp specialist Mikel Merino in Los Angeles.

Sports · European soccer

Mbappe magic sees off Morocco as France skipper shrugs off penalty miss

Kylian Mbappe shrugged off a missed penalty to star as France beat Morocco 2-0 in Boston to clinch their spot in the semi-finals of the World Cup.

Sports · European soccer

Haaland double fires Norway into World Cup quarter-finals

Erling Haaland scores twice as Norway knock out five-time champions Brazil, and progress to the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.

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Sports · NHL

Penguins re-sign Egor Chinakhov, Arturs Silovs to contracts

Turns out there was a reason Egor Chinakhov and Arturs Silovs didn’t file for arbitration today. The players were putting the finishing touches on contract extensions with the Pen…

Sports · MLS

Video: Erling Haaland scores twice to eliminate Brazil from the 2026 World Cup

With a stunning brace against Brazil, Erling Haaland gave Norway the ticket to the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals. Norway clashed with Brazil on Sunday in a heavyweight Round of 16 …

Sports · NHL

A Look at Winnipeg’s Free Agent Signings

Here we are, less than a week into the National Hockey League’s Free Agency period. Typically this is a part of the league’s calendar that Winnipeg Jets’ fans can turn off their p…

Sports · MLS

Who, when and where will Norway play in the 2026 World Cup Quarterfinals?

Amid a competitive clash, Norway managed to hand Brazil a resounding defeat, led by Erling Haaland and Antonio Nusa. Following this result, the date, venue, and potential opponent…

Sports · MLS

USMNT react as Folarin Balogun's World Cup suspension lifted: 'I think a lot of us thought it was AI at first'

Balogun was originally due to serve a one game ban for Monday's round of 16 game against Belgium after he picked up a red card in the 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina

Sports · NHL

15 RFAs File For Arbitration, Including Jason Robertson, Trevor Zegras, Jet Greaves And More

A total of 15 NHL players have filed for salary arbitration. Here is the full list of RFAs who will have their next contract decided by an arbitrator.

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O's unable to crack four-game W streak ceiling once again

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Braves top prospect Caminiti continues stingy stretch, spins six scoreless

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Sports · NHL

Nick Robertson only Penguin to file for arbitration

The NHLPA announced that 15 players have filed for arbitration by the 5pm deadline today. From the PA: The National Hockey League Players’ Association announced that 15 players ha…

Sports · European soccer

Shelter-in-place order at Azteca before Mexico-England because of weather

The Azteca Stadium issues a shelter-in-place order because of severe weather before the last-16 World Cup tie between Mexico and England.

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Polanco finding power stroke with another rehab homer

Sports · MLS

Belgium coach Rudi Garcia slams FIFA over Folarin Balogun suspension U-turn: ‘It’s April Fools’

After the Federation's statement, Belgium head coach Rudi Garcia took a direct jab to FIFA over the decision to overturn Folarin Balogun's suspension: "It's April Fools." Folarin …

Sports · MLS

Brazil end 40-year World Cup penalty streak as Nyland saves Bruno Guimaraes’ spot kick

In the middle of a very even match against Norway, Brazil were awarded a penalty in the opening minutes of the game. Despite Vinícius being the team's top scorer, Bruno Guimarães …

Sports · European soccer

Real Madrid plot £188m Olise deal - Monday's gossip

Real Madrid are preparing a mammoth deal for Michael Olise, Tottenham exploring move for Rafael Leao, while Newcastle target Angelo Stiller, plus more.

Sports · MLS

USMNT wants to “take this thing as far as we can”

History has not been on the U.S. Men’s National Team’s side in previous meetings with Belgium, but they aren’t too concerned with that heading into Monday’s FIFA World Cup Round o…

Sports · MLS

World Cup Recap: Clinical Morocco Eliminates Canada, France Sets Up Semifinal Rematch

Adrian Sousa from Rabona TV breaks down the heartbreak for co-hosts Canada following a 3-0 loss to Morocco and France's narrow escape against Paraguay. The single-elimination hamm…

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Latest Mariners injuries and transactions