Friday · August 21, 2026 Vol. I · No. 232
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Brazil to build ties with Russia without regard for US threats — Lula da Silva’s ally Russia exports over 1,300 tonnes of grain to Armenia via Azerbaijan Deaths of ‘Iranian leaders’ hindering deal with US — Trump Trump signs a memo to clear the regulatory path to three launches a day Russia’s Garpiya is sole exported loitering munition with 1,000 km range — Rosoboronexport ‘He’s Alive!’ Scott Fitzgerald Returns, Then Vanishes Again Brazil is building two AI supercomputers, one Chinese and one American Amid intense backlash, people are vandalizing Flock surveillance cameras Brazil to build ties with Russia without regard for US threats — Lula da Silva’s ally Russia exports over 1,300 tonnes of grain to Armenia via Azerbaijan Deaths of ‘Iranian leaders’ hindering deal with US — Trump Trump signs a memo to clear the regulatory path to three launches a day Russia’s Garpiya is sole exported loitering munition with 1,000 km range — Rosoboronexport ‘He’s Alive!’ Scott Fitzgerald Returns, Then Vanishes Again Brazil is building two AI supercomputers, one Chinese and one American Amid intense backlash, people are vandalizing Flock surveillance cameras

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Sports · NHL

2026 Raw Charge: NHL Free Agency Tracker

Good Morning everyone! It’s that wonderful time of the year where every hockey fan loves every move their general manager makes and laughs at how much every other GM overpays for …

Sports · MLS

MLS continues to climb the World Cup rankings with another historic milestone

In total, that number rises to 13,314 minutes when including former MLS players currently competing in the tournament, placing it sixth among the leagues with the most minutes pla…

Sports · MLS

How to watch USA vs Bosnia in the World Cup tonight

Here is everything you need to know to watch the USMNT against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup round of 32 tonight.

SPORTS
Sports · Boxing

Turki Alalshikh Hosts Boxing Summit in London, Dana White Skips

Turki Alalshikh convened a meeting of boxing’s top promoters and broadcasters in London on Tuesday, bringing together Eddie Hearn, Frank Warren, DAZN and Gold Star executives for …

SPORTS
Sports · NHL

2026 NHL Free Agency Open Thread

Today marks the beginning of NHL Free Agency, as well as being “Shea Weber’s Contract Has Expired” Day for all who celebrate. Although it is viewed as a weak UFA class, today neve…

SPORTS
Sports · NHL

Blackhawks, Byram agree to contract extension

In his first media call since being traded to Chicago, Bowen Byram was adamant that he wanted to be a part of the organization for a long time. On Wednesday morning, he followed u…

Sports · NHL

Musings on Madison, Episode 213 — Reactions to the Byram trade and the Blackhawks’ draft picks

Recapping one busy week with another busy week awaiting.

Sports · Boxing

Why Canelo’s Title Fight Delay Makes Perfect Sense

Canelo Alvarez has been enjoying Mexico’s World Cup run instead of beginning training camp, with the revised date for his world title defense against Christian Mbilli allowing him…

SPORTS
Sports · MLB

Stream Dodgers games through the MLB App

Sports · NHL

Time to talk about Zach

While the Tampa Bay Lightning haven’t been caught up in the frantic activity prior to the Free Agent Frenzy, they have found their name in the mouths of media personalities regard…

Sports · NHL

'That's $285,000 Per Point!' Fans React To Massive Bowen Byram Contract Extension

The 25-year-old defenseman, who was traded from Buffalo to the Chicago Blackhawks last week, has signed a reported six-year extension with a cap hit of $12.5-million, which takes …

Sports · European soccer

Chelsea sign Italy defender Palestra for £47m

Right-back Marco Palestra, 21, becomes Xabi Alonso's first signing as Chelsea manager.

SPORTS
Sports · NBA

Pistons, John Collins agree to terms to bring big man to Detroit

The Detroit Pistons made their first significant addition of the offseason, adding John Collins on a three-year, $51 million deal. The move likely signals that fan favorite Tobias…

Sports · MMA

Sean O’Malley Explains What Is Holding Up Petr Yan Trilogy Fight

Sean O’Malley says Petr Yan, not Merab Dvalishvili, is the reason a bantamweight trilogy hasn’t been booked, pointing to Yan’s likely injuries.

Sports · MMA

Paddy Pimblett Rips Ilia Topuria As A ‘Fat Featherweight’

Paddy Pimblett calls Ilia Topuria a “fat featherweight” and says he would take his punches all day, sharpening his callout of the former two-division champion.

Sports · European soccer

No signings, no sales - what is happening at Manchester United?

Manchester United have missed out on a second midfield target in Mateus Fernandes but are refusing to panic even though they are yet to sign any players this summer.

Sports · MMA

Diego Lopes Just Explained Why He Is Done Chasing the Featherweight Title

Diego Lopes says his next fight will be at lightweight, revealing UFC talks focused on 155-pound matchups against top contenders.

Sports · MMA

Cormier Reveals Brock Lesnar’s Pre-UFC 226 Phone Call

Daniel Cormier says Brock Lesnar personally called him before UFC 226 and promised “Christmas early” for his family if the superfight came together.

Sports · MMA

Conor McGregor’s Fight Shorts Mocked Before UFC 329 Return

Conor McGregor’s rumored fight kit has become a punchline online ahead of his UFC 329 return against Max Holloway on July 11 in Las Vegas.

Sports · European soccer

The small Basque club that produced Arteta, Alonso and Iraola

The Arsenal, Chelsea and Liverpool managers all began their football journeys in the Basque region

Sports · NHL

Predicting LeBron James' next move after split from Lakers; NBA free agency winners, losers after Day 1

Plus, who had the best year in college sports?

Sports · European soccer

‘Would you say it to someone’s face?’ Ellen White on going from player to pundit

In this week’s newsletter we speak to the Lionesses’ record scorer, who has been inducted to the hall of fame at the National Football MuseumFor a generation of England fans she w…

Sports · European soccer

Quiz: Name every team England have played in World Cup knockouts

England and Thomas Tuchel will want to match the achievements of the nation's famous side that lifted the World Cup trophy in 1966. Can you name every side they have ever faced in…

Sports · Boxing

Tyson Fury’s Next Opponent Beat Three Men in a Cage — Twice

Tyson Fury’s next opponent once stepped into a cage to fight three men at the same time. He did it twice. When Fury announced he would face Mariusz Wach in Thailand on July 24, mo…