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Social Security Faces a 2032 Funding Deadline — 6 Proposals That Could Change What Retirees Receive

For years, Social Security’s funding problem sounded far enough away that retirees could reasonably wonder whether Congress would ever do anything about it. That luxury...

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Captain calamity: Pete Hegseth under fire for ‘inept’ leadership of US military

The US defense secretary faces internal dissent and discord at the Pentagon, accused of focusing on culture war issues and his own political ambitions as the Iran war drags on

The Guardian - US

The overlooked Russia-Ukraine war grows its outsized impact on energy as U.S. diesel prices hit all-time high

Ukraine's increasingly successful attacks on Russian oil refineries are rippling through gasoline and diesel energy markets worldwide.

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Oregon’s bridge program diverted 640,162 tons of construction material from landfills; FHWA valued the landfill diversion at $21.3 million across 208 bridges

Bundled bridge contracts streamline multiple projects into a cohesive framework, enhancing efficiency and minimizing costs. This strategy promotes the recycling of materials and helps reduce landfill waste. Additionally, contractors benefit from economies of scale, leading to consistent project timelines and the adoption of innovative technologies. Overall, this approach supports local…

The Economic Times

‘We’re plausibly close to crossing the line’: are warnings of uncontrollable AI coming true?

A spate of serious safety incidents have increased fears about the power and impenetrability of the most advanced models

The Guardian - UK

A Magnet Held Against the Skin Pulled Metal Out of Fifteen Hands and Arms in About Three Minutes Each

Hand surgeons in Istanbul used rare earth magnets to extract embedded metal fragments in about three minutes per case, with almost no X-rays.

Medical Daily

A Second Sprout Outbreak Has Sickened Sixteen People in Three Northwestern States and No Recall Exists

Washington and Montana officials are investigating a Salmonella outbreak tied to Evergreen Fresh Sprouts broccoli sprouts. No recall has been issued.

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Lindsay Clancy: five key moments from ‘America’s saddest murder trial’

Massachusetts mother accused of fatally strangling her children faces possibility of retrial after judge declares mistrial

The Guardian - US

In the White House's Retro Arcade Games, the Trump Administration Always Loses

In MAGAfied versions of Tapper and Tetris, the seed oils will eventually get through and the border wall will be breached.

Reason

A Michigan farmer reclaimed his family’s 131 acres after decades apart and found a way to keep homes off the land forever

John Boyer grew up around his family's 131 acres near East Jordan, Michigan, but the farmland eventually passed out of the family. In 2018, he bought the property back. Now, in 2026, Boyer has taken another step to protect the land's future by selling its development rights, preventing it from…

The Economic Times

Women gathered in a small Iranian town for a wedding. Then a deadly US strike hit

The small Iranian town of Kuhestak is reeling after a U.S. strike hit a house where dozens of women were gathered to celebrate a wedding

The Independent UK

In 1972, Illinois built a highway embankment with 246,000 cubic yards of coal ash. It’s still holding up even after 50 years

In 1972, a groundbreaking highway project in Illinois incorporated coal fly ash as a structural fill, challenging traditional practices. This innovative tactic not only revealed the material's impressive structural capabilities but also held up remarkably over fifty years without significant settlement or frost heave issues. The project's success led to…

The Economic Times

How much does Donald Trump care about winning the midterms? Apparently, not much at all

Such is the US president’s narcissism that he would see a Democratic victory as proof that he’s indispensable – meanwhile, his every decision spells calamity for voters, says Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland

The Guardian - UK

Dominican Republic, Haiti Pledge Closer Border Ties — What That Actually Means As Deportations Hit Record Pace

DR and Haiti pledged border cooperation Sept. 3 as Haitian deportations hit a record pace — what was agreed, and where the numbers don't add up.

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The Parades That Didn't Happen: What ICE Anxiety Has Cost U.S. Latino Communities Since Last Year

ICE enforcement fears have driven Latino festival cancellations nationwide for over a year — here's what's closed, what it's costing, and what's next.

The Economic Times

Woman retired at 64 with $380,000 in her 401(k). Nine years later, her first RMD faced a 22% tax rate

During the gap years, retirees often overlook essential tax planning opportunities. This crucial time allows them to manage their taxable income before mandatory withdrawals kick in. One retiree found herself facing significantly higher tax bills in the future because she didn’t convert her savings. As her untouched 401(k) grew, required…

The Economic Times

Nearly 300 tonnes of unwanted glass were headed for the landfill. Idaho used them to build a highway instead and solved a local landfill crisis

Engineers have ingeniously repurposed discarded glass as a foundation material for highways, utilizing around 300 tonnes of crushed glass cullet beneath road surfaces. This transformative pilot project highlights the successful synergy between government and business efforts. By creatively tackling waste, it provides an innovative and sustainable solution to material sourcing…

The Conversation

The product is the problem: Why Meta’s $17 billion settlement matters beyond America

There are good reasons to be skeptical about how much impact Meta’s latest legal settlement will have on the tech giant. After all, the social media giant has survived scandals, congressional hearings and regulatory fines before, usually without much lasting damage.

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The Guardian - US

Tennessee is about to execute its first woman since 1819. Her case raises troubling questions

Christa Pike’s planned execution is emblematic of America’s broken death penalty system

Reason

Maryland Synagogue Challenges Restrictive Gun Law

Montgomery County officials want to prevent houses of worship from making security decisions.

Salon

JD's chivalry to Usha fools no one

Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed has the vice president’s number

Medical Daily

Rotavirus Vaccination Linked to 76 Percent Lower Risk of Death from Rotavirus Gastroenteritis Across 22 Countries

A 22-country study of 27,252 children found rotavirus vaccine was 75.8 percent effective against rotavirus-positive gastroenteritis deaths.

Roll Call

Social media debate shaken up by Meta settlement

Those who’ve fought on Capitol Hill to rein in social media platforms see last week’s settlement between Meta and state attorneys general not as a final destination, but as a roadmap to what’s possible. Privacy and First Amendment advocates are worried they’re right. The settlement comes as the House and…

The Economic Times

In 2009, Illinois used 38,881 tons of fly ash in highway construction; IDOT reported spending $1.75 million while reducing landfill use and cement demand

Illinois highways are increasingly integrating fly ash, a byproduct of coal combustion, as a sustainable option for road construction. This practice not only diverts waste from landfills but also conserves millions by minimizing the reliance on energy-demanding Portland cement. However, recent modifications in power plant technology are limiting the availability…

Salon

DOJ blocked serious ICE shooting charge

An exclusive email reveals a prosecutor planned to file civil rights charges against an ICE agent

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