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China Buys 1M Tons U.S. Soybeans
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— Sep 10, 2026
China has bought about 1 million metric tons of U.S. soybeans this week as part of a continued ramp-up ahead of President Xi Jinping’s visit to Washington, with shipments slated for December–February and USDA data showing additional sales to China and other destinations; Beijing’s 25 million-ton annual commitment through 2028 remains a focal point for traders and farmers. Industry voices say China’s renewed demand, alongside buyers like Mexico, supports exports in 2026, though questions about enforcement of commitments and potential tariff risks linger for the sector.
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Nicole Hardy
Mexico buying more helps too but the tariff uncertainty still makes long term planning tough for exporters.
EXCLUSIVE: Millions In US Tax Dollars Likely Funding Sex Work Overseas, Watchdog Finds
Reporting
— Jul 16, 2025
Hundreds of millions in federal taxpayer dollars have been given to organizations around the world that likely facilitate prostitution and the sex industry, a watchdog group has found. Through the President’s Emergency…
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US New Weekly Jobless Claims Seen Falling Below 2 Million
Reporting
— Jun 4, 2020
The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits likely dropped below 2 million last week for the first time since mid-March, but remains astonishingly high as companies adjust to an environment that has been…
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US Weekly Jobless Claims Fall Below One Million, but Labor Market Recovery Faltering
Reporting
— Aug 13, 2020
The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits dropped below one million last week for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, likely as the expiration of a $600 weekly…
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US Deficit Approaching Grim Milestone — But News Met With Crickets From Lawmakers
Nicole Silverio · 2 min · 1h
Biden Advisers Urge Immediate COVID-19 Action as US Infections Close in on 11 Million
Reporting
— Nov 15, 2020
U.S. President-elect Joe Biden’s top advisers called for urgent action to address the nation’s “deeply alarming” COVID-19 epidemic on Sunday, a day when total U.S. infections are likely to cross the 11 million mark just…
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
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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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US Holiday Travelers Voice Dread, Determination as They Defy COVID-19 Warnings
Reporting
— Nov 25, 2020
Millions of Americans appeared to be disregarding public health warnings and traveling ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday, likely fueling an alarming surge in coronavirus infections before a series of promising new…
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US Sets Stunning Single-Day COVID Record a Year After Biden Vowed to ‘Shut Down the Virus’
Reporting
— Jan 4, 2022
Coronavirus case records are falling like the blizzard that engulfed Washington, D.C. this week, with a new record that almost doubled a record set just last week. On Monday, more than 1 million people were diagnosed as…
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Commentary: CDC Quietly Changes ‘How COVID-19 Spreads’ Page, Adds Advice That Millions Didn’t Have When Trump Was in Office
Reporting
— May 14, 2021
COVID-19 protocols have become a cult-like belief system for some over the past year. Some who adhere to everything the “science” tells us point their fingers at others for refusing to wear masks, chastise those who…
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‘Seems Like Just Yesterday’: US Oil Industry Mocks Biden After OPEC Announces Production Cuts
Opinion
— Oct 7, 2022
After members of OPEC+ gave President Joe Biden the double-barreled middle finger on Wednesday by announcing they would be cutting oil production by 2 million barrels per day, U.S. oil industry trade groups couldn’t…
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The Conservative Desk
Anthropic shields Claude from cruelty as real risks rise
A new ban on needless abuse of Claude takes effect November 12, formalizing model-welfare research while cyber incidents and weapons rules show where the human stakes still sit.
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Muchová, Menšík Win US Open Mixed Doubles
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— Aug 25, 2026
The US Open mixed doubles event showcased top stars like Djokovic-Sabalenka and Alcaraz-Serena Williams, with Siniakova and Patten delivering a surprising first-round upset of Djokovic and Sabalenka as high-stakes, high-profile pairings collide. The tournament’s prize pot of $1 million underscores its prestige as fans anticipate a mix of veteran experience and rising talent in dynamic doubles showdowns.
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US plans Libya embassy reopening with nearly $41M
World
— Jul 21, 2026
The State Department is requesting about $41 million to upgrade security and restore a formal U.S. diplomatic presence in Libya, including security enhancements at a Tripoli satellite office ahead of a phased embassy reopening after nearly 14 years. The move is framed as essential to U.S. national security to counter near-peer rivals like Russia and to maintain engagement in a region where Libya’s instability affects regional security, energy markets, and migration, with officials citing Libya’s strategic location and ongoing regional dynamics.
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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
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YouTube Appeals Los Angeles Social Media Addiction Verdict
Tech
— Jul 15, 2026
YouTube has appealed a landmark LA verdict in the social media addiction case, challenging the finding that the platform was designed to hook young users, with Meta also filing an appeal and both sides facing $3 million in compensatory damages plus a potential $3 million in punitive damages tied to Kaley KGM. The case continues to hinge on whether YouTube is a social media platform and on legal protections like Section 230, as investors watch the liability implications for design choices and future regulation.
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Uber €825m GDPR Fine: Netherlands Case
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— Aug 21, 2026
The Dutch Data Protection Authority fined Uber €825 million for using automated systems to deactivate driver accounts without adequately informing them, covering cases from 2020 to 2022; Uber says it will appeal and notes it now employs human reviews. The penalty would be the second-largest under GDPR, underscoring heightened regulatory scrutiny of automated decision-making in gig economy platforms like Uber.
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Italy debunks false Parmigiano Reggiano crisis amid heatwave
Environment
— Aug 20, 2026
Extreme heat across Italy and Europe is driving up energy use to keep Parmigiano Reggiano wheels aging safely, with banks like Credito Emiliano’s MGT maintaining about 500,000 wheels worth €300 million in climate-controlled stores, while dairy cows’ milk yields drop under heat. Despite social media claims of a “Great Parmesan Crisis,” authorities say the cheese and its storage banks remain secure, aided by upgrades in refrigeration, insulation, and solar power to cope with higher temperatures.
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Trump Says Russia Will Ship Millions Of Tons Of Diesel To Bring Down Record Prices
Simon August · 2 min · 2h
Auston Kim named to USA Solheim Cup roster
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— Aug 15, 2026
Auston Kim qualified for Team USA’s 2026 Solheim Cup, underscoring a rising pipeline of American women golfers, a trend echoed by data showing women now account for about 8.1 million on-course players and 35% of junior golfers. Meanwhile, Sun Prairie West’s 2026 season is underway with standout contributors like Eva LaRowe and Giada Lenczner, as observers also note the intimate, distraction-free environment of amateur golf at Merion highlights players’ focus and problem-solving under pressure.
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The grammar gatekeeper test
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Twelve spelling and grammar traps that catch almost everyone. Pass, and the AI knights you. Fail, and it's gentle about it. Mostly.
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USA Fencing plans mainstream breakthrough before LA28
Sports
— Aug 20, 2026
USA Fencing is aggressively positioning fencing as a mainstream American sport ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Games, propelled by a record membership of 45,157 and 752 affiliated clubs, with a target of 70,000 members and $2.8 million in marketing-driven outreach. The federation is expanding reach through high-profile partnerships (notably with iHeartMedia), nationwide access programs like Fencing Across America and En Garde!, and affordability-focused initiatives to lower entry barriers while leveraging school and community programs to convert exposure into participation.
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