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Goldman in talks with investors on Nvidia financing deal after landing prized role, sources say
By Saeed Azhar and Milana Vinn NEW YORK, Aug 14 (REUTERS) - Goldman Sachs is in talks with potential investors about participating in Nvidia's $500 billion AI financing initiative, after leveraging...
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Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins return after lawsuit
Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins are returning for Halloween, nearly a year after a federal judge dismissed a lawsuit alleging Hershey misled consumers about the candy’s appearance....
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Pass pro still Cowboys main concern after Rams practice, especially RT
The Dallas Cowboys traveled to Los Angeles on Tuesday hoping to learn something about their offensive line. They did. Sort of. Dallas’ joint practice against the Rams produced plenty of good news....
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Houston Rockets release complete schedule for NBA’s 2026-27 season
On Thursday, the Houston Rockets announced their complete schedule for the upcoming 2026-27 season.
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Flight attendant pleads guilty after posing as pilot to score free flghts
A former flight attendant pleaded guilty to wire fraud after posing as a commercial pilot to get hundreds of free flights.
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Texas law enforcement arrest man charged with murder in Lubbock shooting
Texas law enforcement have arrested a 25-year-old man charged with murder in connection with the shooting death of a 61-year-old man last month in central Lubbock....
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What time is the total solar eclipse on April 8? Search your ZIP code for a viewing guide
Get ready for a spectacular show: A total solar eclipse will occur above the U.S. on the afternoon of April 8.
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St. Louis Cardinals at Chicago Cubs odds, picks and predictions
The St. Louis Cardinals (61-60) and the Chicago Cubs (71-51) open a 3-game NL Central series Friday afternoon at at Wrigley Field in Chicago, Illinois. First pitch is scheduled for 2:20 p.m....
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Which Powerball numbers should you pick?
Thinking about buying a Powerball ticket? Winning the lottery is a long shot at 1 in 292.2 million odds of taking home the jackpot. But for $2 a drawing, maybe it's worth a try....
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Visualizing climate change's wrath: Global warming's dire impact on Earth explored
A dizzying array of weather and water data this summer illustrates alarming changes in Earth's natural systems. Ocean heat waves. Melting glaciers. Record high temperatures....
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Video analysis shows how fatal ICE shooting in Minneapolis unfolded
Warning: This story contains distressing images of violence. A U.S.
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Dominick Cruz picks Ian Machado Garry to edge out Islam Makhachev at UFC 330
Dominick Cruz is going against the oddsmakers in the UFC 330 main event.
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Grizzlies declining Brandon Clarke's final-year option
Multiple sources told Front Office Sports that Clarke earned his full $12.5 million from the 2025–26 season, but the final year of his salary won’t be paid out to his estate because it wasn’t...
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"I’m going to try to average 15 points, six rebounds, …
The Warriors went into the 2026 NBA Draft knowing they needed a rookie who could contribute right away, and Yaxel Lendeborg plans on doing just that.
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See how the Texas floods unfolded and why Camp Mystic was in a hazardous location
More than 120 people have died and at least 160 others are still missing after horrific floods struck central Texas over the July Fourth weekend.
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Kelly Ripa reveals surprising 'bad habit' that led to gum surgery
When it comes to oral hygiene, Kelly Ripa is an overachiever. But as it turns out, that's not a good thing.
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Third-string Cardinals WR makes one-handed catch too good for the preseason
Quarterback Carson Beck didn't play for the Arizona Cardinals in their preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday, Aug. 13, after he suffered a rib injury in the team's preseason opener....
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Chinese chipmaker SMIC increases prices on strong AI demand
By Che Pan and Eduardo Baptista BEIJING, Aug 13 (Reuters) - China's top foundry, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp, said on Friday that AI-related demand would continue to underpin orders...
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Mariel Galdiano, ranked No. 383, on top at Portland Classic
Unheralded Epson Tour player Mariel Galdiano is sitting on a lead in an LPGA event, as she opened the Standard Portland Classic with a 7-under-par 65 on Thursday in Portland, Ore....
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Who's crazy enough to enter the Scooter Cannonball? These riders may surprise you
More than 250 riders on mildly powered scooters will soon be thundering – quietly, of course – in cold rain and desert heat across thousands of miles, eight states in eight days, in the 2025 Scooter...
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Swimming-McIntosh wins 400 individual medley after frustrating start to Pan Pacific
Aug 13 (Reuters) - Canadian Summer McIntosh won the women's 400 metres individual medley at the Pan Pacific Championships on Thursday in a championship record four minutes, 28.01 seconds, rebounding...
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Pokémon's evolution: From skydiving Pikachus to global phenomenon
It’s August 27, 1998, and Alyssa Buecker is waiting in line with her mom and dad in Topeka, Kansas, for the American launch of Pokémon.
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Oprah Winfrey reacts to criticism for platforming Dr. Phil and Dr. Oz
Oprah Winfrey may admit she gave Dr. Phil McGraw and Dr. Mehmet Oz platforms but she won't take responsibility for the conservative figures they would become years later. Before "The Dr....
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35 years of Microsoft Solitaire: An illustrated history of the game's evolution
Over 500 million people have played Microsoft Solitaire since its 1990 release as an included game in the Windows 3.0 operating system.
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Today in sports history, August 27
Aug. 27 Today in sports history Today is Aug. 27. On this date in: 1884: Richard Sears defeated Howard Taylor to win his fourth consecutive U.S. National Championships men’s singles title....
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Sabrina Ionescu rescues Liberty against Sparks
Sabrina Ionescu scored 12 of her 20 points in a chaotic fourth quarter as the host New York Liberty held on to defeat the Los Angeles Sparks, 85-81, on Thursday night....
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How do birds get their colors? A guide to your vibrantly hued, winged friends
Birds boast some of the most vibrant colors among terrestrial animals. The tropics are often renowned for the brightest birds, but U.S. birds also display a wide array of striking hues....
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Japan's July core inflation seen at 1.8% on higher energy costs
By Satoshi Sugiyama TOKYO, Aug 14 (Reuters) - Japan's core consumer inflation likely accelerated in July from the previous month, as faster food price gains and cost pressures on energy from the war...
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Brazil opens reciprocity process against US over tariffs
BRASILIA, Aug 13 (Reuters) - The Brazilian government has opened a process that could result in the adoption of reciprocal measures against the United States in response to tariffs recently imposed by...
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Colt Ford recounts being 'pulled through a windshield' after bus crash
Country music star Colt Ford is speaking out about a tour bus accident that he said left him with a broken shoulder. The "Farmboy" singer, 56, shared details in an Aug....
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UFC 330: Mansur Abdul-Malik plans major rebound from first career loss
PHILADELPHIA – Mansur Abdul-Malik will enter the octagon for the first time following a loss.
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Super Bowl champion Seahawks signing CB charged with kidnapping
The Seattle Seahawks and Terrion Arnold have agreed to a one-year deal, according to multiple reports.
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Meet the quarterfinalists in the 2026 U.S. Amateur at Merion
ARDMORE, PA — And then there were eight golfers left vying for the Havemeyer Trophy at the 2026 U.S. Amateur. A marathon Thursday is in the books at Merion....
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This Pennsylvanian almost withdrew from U.S. Amateur. Now he's in the quarterfinals
ARDMORE, PA — Michael Lugiano is the lone Pennsylvanian left in the field at the 126th U.S. Amateur at Merion Golf Club.
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Chargers vs. Texans: Live updates, highlights, key plays and more
The Houston Texans are back in action and into the war zone Thursday night for the first time in 2026.
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A record 5 golfers tied for lead after Round 1 at FedEx St. Jude Championship
MEMPHIS, TN — Michael Thorbjornsen got sick before the start of the FedEx St. Jude Championship. That didn't have much of an effect on his play.
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'Keep inspiring': Kevin Durant congratulates former teammate on retirement
After 18 seasons in the NBA, Russell Westbrook officially retired on Wednesday. Plenty of former teammates congratulated the future Hall of Famer on his career, including Kevin Durant....
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Storm look to build on skid-snapping win against Fire
The Seattle Storm just ended an 11-game losing streak, and with second-year center Dominique Malonga rewriting WNBA record books, they host a battling but injury-scarred Portland Fire squad on Friday...
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How does the federal loosening of laws on silencers affect California
As gun rights supporters celebrate the Justice Department's decision not to appeal the ruling of a Texas federal judge that deregulates a portion of a nearly century-old gun law, which required people...
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Mexico's cruise fee just doubled. More increases are coming.
Cruise passengers now need to pay a higher fee to enjoy Mexico's sunny weather and warm waters. The popular tourist destination doubled its cruise passenger fee for foreigners on Aug. 1....
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Iran war a boon for China's e-trucks, fuelling export surge
By Sam Li and Lewis Jackson BEIJING, Aug 14 (Reuters) - China's exports of electric trucks to other Asian countries have spiked, adding to a surge in domestic sales as higher fuel costs as a result of...
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FedEx Cup bubble: Michael Kim, Jordan Spieth surge in standings at St. Jude
It’s only the first day of the FedEx St. Jude Championship in Memphis but already the pressure is mounting to secure a spot in next week’s BMW Championship. Only the top 50 move on to St....
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What are the Phillies' and Twins' Field of Dreams uniforms from?
Thursday night is a momentous one for MLB.
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What to expect from Fernando Mendoza's NFL preseason debut
Fernando Mendoza will get his first NFL snaps tonight when his Las Vegas Raiders take on the Arizona Cardinals in preseason.
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Is Carnell Tate playing preseason game against 49ers?
With the installation of first-year head coach Robert Saleh's program aside, the biggest story for the Tennessee Titans might be the play of rookie receiver Carnell Tate....
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Zach Collaros returns as Blue Bombers host winless Redblacks
There are two pieces of good news for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers as they return from a bye week Friday night. First, they have a home game with the winless Ottawa Redblacks....
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Fed's Goolsbee says latest inflation data is better
By Ann Saphir Aug 13 (Reuters) - Chicago Federal Reserve Bank President Austan Goolsbee on Thursday said the latest U.S. inflation data has been a "little better," and he is hopeful that as the...
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Musk discloses 48.4% stake in SpaceX in regulatory filing
Aug 13 (Reuters) - Elon Musk held a 48.4% stake in SpaceX as of June 30, a regulatory filing showed on Thursday, valuing his holding at more than $900 billion at current market prices....
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2026 NHL preseason schedule announced with reduced number of games
The 2026-27 NHL season is approaching and the league took another step in the ramp-up by announcing the preseason schedule on Thursday, Aug. 13.
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UFC 330 video: Mackenzie Dern, Gillian Robertson face off at press conference
PHILADELPHIA – Mackenzie Dern and Gillian Robertson got a closer look at each other during Thursday's UFC 330 press conference faceoff.
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Amelia Earhart vanished in 1937. New evidence could find her plane.
Though she vanished nearly 90 years ago, flying legend Amelia Earhart never really left us.
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New Zealand manufacturing activity expands at slower pace in July amid cost pressures
SYDNEY, Aug 14 (Reuters) - New Zealand's manufacturing activity continued to expand in July, though at a slower pace, as sentiment weakened after the conflict in the Middle East pushed costs higher...
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Cade Cavalli throws 8 sparkling innings, Nationals cruise past Cubs
Cade Cavalli carried a no-hit bid into the seventh before settling for a one- hit gem after eight innings, fueling the host Washington Nationals to a 7-0 victory over the Chicago Cubs on Thursday....
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Tourist fined $5K for waking sleeping polar bear
A person in Norway's Arctic archipelago of Svalbard learned an expensive lesson after waking a sleeping polar bear with a ship's horn.
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Jordan Spieth, on top-50 bubble, part of 5-way tie for St. Jude lead
Jordan Spieth posted a bogey-free, 5-under-par 65 Thursday to share the first- round lead at the FedEx St. Jude Championship, the first leg of the PGA Tour's FedEx Cup playoffs in Memphis....
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Kagu bird puts on colorful dancing display
A majestic kagu bird, often called the “Ghost of the Forest,” put on a stunning display at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido, California.