United States
Same event, multiple sources, transparently cited.
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Job Offers, Visa Sponsorships for International Graduates Drop Sharply in US
International graduates in the US face fewer job openings and visa options as postings and sponsorships decline sharply since 2025.
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Stanford study finds AI hallucination rates from 22% to 94% across 26 models
The 2026 Stanford HAI AI Index found high hallucination rates in top AI models, highlighting the need for rigorous fact-checking especially for critical queries.
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SpaceX completes $60 billion acquisition of AI coding startup Cursor
SpaceX finalized its $60 billion purchase of AI coding startup Cursor on August 14, 2026, integrating its AI capabilities with SpaceX’s advanced computing resources.
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Tennessee Titans' Nazeeh Johnson suspended six games for PED violation linked to fertility drug
Titans cornerback Nazeeh Johnson was suspended six games for testing positive for a banned substance in fertility medication.
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Islam Makhachev defends UFC welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry at UFC 330
Islam Makhachev defends his UFC welterweight championship versus Ian Machado Garry on August 15 in Philadelphia.
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Better Home & Finance fires CEO Vishal Garg amid steep stock decline and board reshuffle
Better Home & Finance dismissed CEO Vishal Garg on August 3, 2026, appointing Daniel Lewis as his successor amid company struggles.
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Shooting at Virginia State University Injures Five, One Critically
Five people were injured in a shooting early Saturday at Virginia State University, with one victim in critical condition.
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Disney Reveals Marvel’s New X-Men Cast and Frozen 3 Details at D23 Event
Marvel Studios announced the new X-Men cast and Frozen 3 storyline and release dates at Disney’s D23 fan event in Anaheim.
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Stripe-led group in talks to acquire PayPal at revised terms
Stripe and Advent International are negotiating updated terms to acquire PayPal weeks after an initial $53 billion offer.
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US Senate launches bipartisan probe into Roblox over child safety concerns
U.S. Senators Josh Hawley and Dick Durbin initiated a bipartisan Senate investigation into Roblox for alleged child sexual abuse and exploitation on its platform.
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Andrew Giuliani defends FIFA President Gianni Infantino amid stake sale backlash
Andrew Giuliani publicly defended FIFA President Gianni Infantino amid criticism over a halted World Cup stake sale plan.
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Brookfield buys 3,700 rental units in Japan's major cities for over ¥100 billion
Brookfield acquired 3,700 rental units across Japan's top urban centers for more than 100 billion yen, marking its first direct residential real estate deal in Japan.
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USS George Washington departs Vietnam to relieve USS Abraham Lincoln in Middle East
The USS George Washington left Da Nang heading to the Middle East to replace the USS Abraham Lincoln after its extended 266-day deployment.
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Australian PM Albanese urges Trump to exempt Australia from US tariffs in call
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called US President Donald Trump on August 14 to seek exemption from 12.5% tariffs imposed last month.
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Fitch affirms US credit rating at AA+ with stable outlook despite rising debt concerns
Fitch Ratings confirmed the US long-term sovereign credit rating at AA+ with a stable outlook on August 15, 2026.
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Apple alerts users in 110 countries of mercenary spyware targeting on August 13
Apple sent push notifications on August 13 to users in 110 countries suspected of mercenary spyware targeting.
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Reddit to join S&P 500 index on August 18, shares surge over 10% after announcement
Reddit will join the S&P 500 on August 18, replacing AvalonBay Communities, after its shares rose over 10% Thursday.
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Jared Kushner May Visit Israel Next Week for Gaza Peace Plan Talks
The U.S. is considering sending envoy Jared Kushner to Israel next week to discuss Trump’s Gaza peace plan amid Netanyahu's opposition.
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US Judge Dismisses Trump Administration Lawsuit Alleging Harvard Antisemitism
A US federal judge dismissed a Trump administration lawsuit accusing Harvard of tolerating antisemitism during pro-Palestinian campus rallies.
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Renewed attacks on shipping heighten US-Iran standoff over Strait of Hormuz
Iran enforces blockade on the Strait of Hormuz amid US demands and rising violence around key shipping lanes.
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WNBA addresses transgender player debate amid controversy over draft eligibility
WNBA confirms no immediate transgender eligibility issues as two former NBA players declare for 2027 draft.
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2K launches Small Axe Studios led by ex-EA FIFA producer Aaron McHardy
2K Sports unveiled Small Axe Studios in Vancouver to develop a new AAA sports game led by former EA FIFA producer Aaron McHardy.
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US executes three death row inmates in Oklahoma, Tennessee and Alabama on August 13
Three death row inmates were executed simultaneously in three US states on August 13, the first triple execution since 2010.
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X open sources For You ranking algorithm, launches shadowban transparency pilot
X released its 'For You' timeline ranking algorithm source code and launched a pilot transparency tool on August 13.