FBI Probes Campaign Hacks, Titanic Secrets, and a Tesla-Bombing Fish

The FBI announced that it has opened an investigation into attempted hacks of both presidential campaigns.
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➤ The United Auto Workers filed a lawsuit on Tuesday alleging that former President Trump and Elon Musk violated federal labor laws by striking workers should be fired during their Monday interview. (More

The State Department vowed a "swift and severe" response if Iran delivers ballistic missiles to Russia amid reports of an impending shipment of hundreds of satellite-guided weapons to Moscow. (More

➤ A federal judge won’t force Chicago officials to alter a preplanned route for DNC protestors, ruling on Monday that the existing plan complies with the First Amendment, as well as safety and security concerns. (More

➤ A judge barred independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from New York's election ballot, ruling he falsely claimed state residency on nominating petitions. (More)  

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Georgia secured 46 of 62 first-place votes in the AP’s preseason Top 25 college football poll, which was released on Monday. The top five was rounded out by Ohio State, Oregon, Texas, and Alabama. (See Preseason Poll

The San Diego Padres star rookie outfielder Jackson Merrill ran down a fly ball on Monday, making an incredible catch for the final out of a 2-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates. (See Catch)  

The Boston Red Sox have suspended 2024 all-star game MVP Jarren Duran for two games after a microphone picked up the outfielder, directing an inappropriate insult towards a fan. (More)

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Big Stock Move: Loar Holdings Inc. stock rose 19% Tuesday after reporting a $7 million increase in second-quarter net income over last year. (More)

➤ Paramount Global will cut about 15% of its U.S.-based workforce this week, amounting to hundreds of jobs, citing the need to strengthen its business. (More)

➤ Tesla halted online sales of its cheapest Cybertruck model, priced at $61,000. The least expensive model now available starts at $100,000, excluding EV tax credits. (More)

➤ Adult fiction titles are booming, driven by BookTok, a book-focused community on TikTok. Author Colleen Hoover's works lead this trend, with her novel "It Ends With Us" recently debuting as a $50 million movie. (More)

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Science & Technology

SpaceX announced that a cryptocurrency speculator had purchased a four-person multi-day flight to lead the first crewed space mission in polar orbit by the end of this year. (More)  

A deciphered set of 4,000-year-old cuneiform tablets revealed ancient Babylonian predictions about the death of kings and the destruction of civilizations, researchers say. (More)  

Variations in fossilized mandibles led scientists to discover a new species of extinct walrus with similar feeding adaptations to its modern counterpart, according to a new study. (More)  

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Wisdom Wednesday

➤ A Stanford neuroscientist shared three phrases he says can help overcome the effects of a difficult childhood. (See Phrases)

➤ Greek islanders from Ikaria, known for longevity, swear by a common kitchen ingredient for health and flavor. (See Ingredient)

A psychologist points to six daily habits he says can transform you into a calmer person who can navigate life's challenges with a zen-like composure. (See Habits)

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➤ Tropical Storm Ernesto is expected to become a hurricane near the Greater Antilles in the Caribbean by Thursday. Puerto Rico activated the National Guard and canceled the start of classes in public schools. (More)

An Illinois school food service director pleaded guilty to stealing $1.5 million worth of food, mainly chicken wings, from the school district. (See Details)

A fish, likely dropped by a bird, fell from the sky and smashed into a New Jersey couple's Tesla, with the incident captured on the vehicle's dashcam. (Watch Video)

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Refinance Applications Surge, a Wooden Skyscraper, and Stonehenge Meteor Storm

Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Mortgage refinancing applications surged 35% last week and were up 118% compared to a year ago, as homeowners responded to a significant drop in mortgage rates over the past month. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌

Hackers Steal Billions of IDs, DNC Faces Protests, and a Robotaxi Serenade

Tuesday, August 20, 2024

Hackers allegedly stole 2.9 billion personal records, including Social Security numbers, from National Public Data, a background check company. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏

Court Blocks Title IX Rules, NYC Mayor Subpoenaed, and a Daredevil Sets Record

Tuesday, August 20, 2024

The Supreme Court on Friday rejected the Biden administration's request to partially reinstate its Title IX rule expanding protections to include sexual orientation and gender identity. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌

Home-Buying Upheaval, Skills to Build Luck, and the Perfect Owl Selfie

Tuesday, August 20, 2024

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DNC Opens Amid Protests, August’s Supermoon, and an Armed Cybertruck

Tuesday, August 20, 2024

The Democratic National Convention opens tonight in Chicago with anti-Israel protesters massing and President Biden scheduled to take the stage and hand party reins over to Kamala Harris. ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏ ‌ ͏

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