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Revolut Becomes Europe’s $115 Billion Startup — 5dRevolut hit a $115 billion private valuation, above Barclays and Société Générale, with £1.7 billion pretax profit and 80 million customers as it challenges Europe’s banks.

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Priya Raman With 80 million customers Revolut is forcing traditional banks to improve their apps and fees or lose ground.

Smithsonian AI Project Connects Thousands of Revolution Artifacts — 6dThe Smithsonian is using AI in its Revolution Crossroads project to connect artifacts and records across its collections and institutions, helping scholars and the public uncover overlooked stories about people who lived during the American Revolution. Smithsonian leaders say human oversight will remain important as the technology helps expand historical research.

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Dana Whitfield It's great that AI can tie together scattered records to highlight overlooked figures from the Revolution era.

Communities Host Revolutionary War History EventsLifestyle — 3dNew books, museum programs, exhibits and school events are bringing fresh perspectives to the American Revolution, from archaeological evidence and local veterans to African American, Native American, women and international contributors often overlooked in traditional accounts. These efforts are also engaging communities and students as the nation marks the 250th anniversary of its founding.

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Revolut Seeks Swiss License, Plans CHF150m Investment — Sep 15, 2026Revolut seeks a Swiss FINMA license and CHF150m investment; Tirado says 1.3 million customers, 24% penetration, should top 40% in two to three years.

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Derek Foss The 150 million investment and new jobs are welcome but I want to see how many of those roles actually go to locals.

Meme on gas prices and revolution trends on the right — Sep 17, 2026Meme Wars: trending on the Right today.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom 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.

Real Salt Lake ends skid, beats Revolution 3-0 — Sep 27, 2026Aiden Hezarkhani scored in the second minute and Sergi Solans added two goals as Real Salt Lake beat New England 3-0 to snap a club-record 13-match winless streak.

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Elena Vasquez Solans scoring twice made all the difference in getting Salt Lake back on track.

Pope Leo draws 800,000 to Mass at Revolution's guillotine site — Sep 26, 2026An estimated 800,000 filled Place de la Concorde for Pope Leo XIV's open-air Mass, outpacing registrations in secular France as adult baptisms rise against decades of decline in priests, weddings and overall baptisms.

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Rachel Meyers Rising adult baptisms suggest some real interest despite the drop in priests and weddings.

Revolution rally in stoppage time to defeat Orlando City 4-2 — Sep 20, 2026Carles Gil and 18-year-old Peyton Miller delivered stoppage-time goals to lift the New England Revolution to a dramatic 4-2 comeback win over Orlando City, with Miller also doubling earlier in the match and Gil scoring earlier. The victory, aided by a late rally at Gillette Stadium, kept the Revs strong at home and extended their recent success while Orlando’s late surge fell short despite an 88th-minute equalizer.

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Elena Vasquez Peyton Miller at 18 years old coming through with two goals including the late winner is a huge sign for the Revs future.

Gazdag lifts Revolution past NYCFC, 2-1 — Sep 10, 2026Dániel Gazdag struck in stoppage time to give the New England Revolution a 2-1 win over New York City FC at Citi Field, after Carles Gil opened the scoring with a first-half penalty and Luighi Santos equalized for NYCFC in the 71st minute. The victory lifts New England to third in the Eastern Conference as they continue their road trip, despite NYCFC dominating possession and chances for most of the match.

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Maya Lindstrom Revolution sitting third in the East after grinding out a road win feels like real progress for them this season.

Iran Plans to Block Illegal Hormuz RoutesWorld — 2dAn adviser to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard says Tehran will soon close routes through the Strait of Hormuz that it considers illegal, alleging they are used to smuggle oil; he says Iran controls the waterway and will keep it closed until its demands are met. The claim comes as data show regional crude exports have recently approached or exceeded prewar levels, though Iranian officials say far fewer vessels are transiting and tanker attacks and logistical constraints persist.

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Black arts events planned in Connecticut, CaliforniaLifestyle — Sep 25, 2026The articles highlight Black American history, culture and ongoing challenges, from enslaved Revolutionary War soldier Aaron Brister’s service to performances and community events celebrating Black identity and heritage. They also note that Black and Hispanic Americans were among those hit hardest by pandemic-era economic hardship.

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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin ScorseseYourlist — VS BattleThe video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.

State Museum Shifts Programs to Harrisburg Library During Renovations — Sep 14, 2026While The State Museum of Pennsylvania remains closed for a major renovation through early 2029, it is extending access to its programs by partnering with the Dauphin County Library System to bring hands-on history, art, and science sessions to the George & Hettie Love Memorial Library for pre-K through second graders this fall. The 45-minute, noon sessions cover daily life in Revolutionary Pennsylvania, William Penn’s birthday celebrations, the Eastern wild turkey, and the Eastern hemlock, with pre-registration available for each program at 530 S. 29th Street in Harrisburg.

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The Story of the Singing Revolution in EstoniaGood News — FROM 1987Citizens reclaim independence through song festivals

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LA Galaxy Defeat New England Revolution in MLS — Sep 4, 2026LA Galaxy host the New England Revolution as both teams seek form improvement, with Galaxy looking to rebound after recent struggles and highlighting attackers like Royce and Dor Turgeman, while the Revolution bring momentum from road wins and potent attacking options. The buildup includes detailed match previews, squad notes, and historical context of their MLS encounters, underscoring a tightly contested matchup with implications for the Western and Eastern standings.

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Revolut Bank Australia launches after APRA licenceFinance — Jul 21, 2026Revolut has officially become a licensed authorised deposit-taking institution in Australia, launching Revolut Bank Australia with plans to invest around AUD 400 million over five years and migrate existing customers onto the new bank. The bank offers instant-access savings with competitive rates, a no-fee credit card, and government-guaranteed deposits while aiming to disrupt the established Big Four banks and broaden Revolut’s Australian product suite.

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The grammar gatekeeper testQuizie — QuizTwelve spelling and grammar traps that catch almost everyone. Pass, and the AI knights you. Fail, and it's gentle about it. Mostly.

Biden Suggests There Is ‘Mini-Revolution Going On’ Within the Republican PartyReporting — May 5, 2021President Joe Biden is suggesting Republicans are in the midst of a “mini-revolution.” A reporter asked Biden on Wednesday, “What does it say about if they oust Liz Cheney from leadership for telling the truth about the…

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UN Chief Congratulates Iran On Anniversary Of Bloody Islamic Revolution — Feb 11, 2026United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres is facing backlash after sending a formal message congratulating Iran on the anniversary of its 1979 Islamic Revolution, even as the regime continues to face scrutiny…

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‘Jesus Revolution’ More Than Doubles Industry Estimates at Box Office on Opening WeekendReporting — Feb 28, 2023The film “Jesus Revolution” more than doubled industry estimates, taking in over $15 million at the weekend box office and earning a third place finish overall. Deadline reported that the story about the Jesus movement…

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Kelsey Grammer Took ‘Jesus Revolution’ Role After Apparent Sign from GodOpinion — Mar 2, 2023Actor Kelsey Grammer shared on NBC’s “Tonight Show” last month how he took a part in the movie “Jesus Revolution,” which just had a strong opening at the box office last weekend. Grammer, who is of course known for his…

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Revolut User Sends $5K Bitcoin to Satoshi — Jul 23, 2026{"summary":"A Revolut user sent about $5,000 in Bitcoin to addresses believed to belong to Satoshi Nakamoto, with a sequence of small test transfers culminating in a final 0.033 BTC transfer from Revolut’s shared hot wallet. Because the funds were sent to Satoshi’s addresses, which are controlled by no one, the transaction effectively burns the coins, highlighting the unrecoverable nature of such transfers and the potential symbolic or attention-seeking motives behind them.","title":"Summary"}

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Ceballos Traded by Revolution to CF Montréal — Jul 24, 2026The New England Revolution traded Brayan Ceballos to CF Montréal for up to $850,000 in General Allocation Money, consisting of $500,000 in 2026 GAM, $250,000 in 2027 GAM, and up to $100,000 in conditional GAM, while the Revs retain a percentage of Ceballos’ sell-on rights. Montréal welcomed the defender and the Revolution framed the deal as a way to bolster the roster and fund future acquisitions, with ongoing roster changes and a scheduled MLS match following the transaction.

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Christians Celebrate as ‘Jesus Revolution’ Rockets Up Netflix’s Top 5 Trending ChartsOpinion — Aug 7, 2023Human nature remains constant, so the pattern never changes. In an age of lies, people seek truth. The latest evidence for this axiom appeared last week when the hit movie “Jesus Revolution” began streaming on Netflix…

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Daily Caller Panel Lays Out GOP Tax Revolution To Restore America — Mar 26, 2026Analysts laid out how a tax policy revolution could jolt American growth during a Daily Caller Live panel Thursday. Republican Texas Rep. Beth Van Duyne, Americans for Tax Reform President Grover Norquist, Unleash…

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Iran Erects Billboard of Trump in Coffin — Jul 16, 2026Iran has erected a mural of President Donald Trump in a coffin in Tehran’s Islamic Revolution Square.

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