sportsAug 15, 2026
Scheffler (61) ties course record, leads at St. Jude
Scottie Scheffler birdied the first five holes and shot a 9-under 61 on Friday to take a three-stroke lead in the FedEx St. Jude Championship.
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worldAug 15, 2026US military base schools emphasize Western civilization, Christianity
WASHINGTON — The Department of Defense is introducing a course centered on Western civilization and Christianity this fall in the schools it operates for military families, part of an effort by Defense Secretary Pete Heg…
Philippine Daily Inquirer
entertainmentAug 15, 2026Married at First Sight's Ryan De Nino Dead at 40
The reality TV world has lost one of their own. Ryan De Nino, who was best known for starring on season two of Married at First Sight in 2015, died in New Jersey, his sister Melissa DeNino...
E! Online
entertainmentAug 15, 2026‘Slayer Statute’ Blocks Nick Reiner From Trust Fund, Its Steward Says
Mr. Reiner wants access to a $1.6 million trust for his legal defense. Because he is accused of killing his parents, the trustee says he can’t have the money.
The New York Times- worldAug 15, 2026
Listen: Quick-thinking air traffic controller averts disaster after flight number mix-up
Audio of the incident shows how he found a solution to ensure the American Airlines jets maintained proper separation as one arrived from Chicago shortly after the other had taken off in Phoenix.
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entertainmentAug 15, 2026Disney Is Launching a Series of Romantasy Webcomics on Webtoon Inspired by Movies Including ‘Beauty and the Beast’
Disney is putting the adult in Disney Adult. The Mouse House is famous for warm-and-fuzzy family entertainment — but it also has a stockpile of moody and magical love stories. At D23 in Anaheim, Disney Publishing announc…
Variety
politicsAug 15, 2026DOJ refers to Air Force One threat as ‘assassination attempt’ in ballroom appeal
The Justice Department described the Iranian missile threat incident that led President Trump to secretly switch planes last month as an “assassination attempt” in a new court filing on Friday. U.S. Solicitor General Joh…
The Hill- entertainmentAug 15, 2026
Anne Hathaway Says Films Where Dogs Die “Should Automatically Be Rated R”
The actress said she's seen comments made by fans who are worried that the dog in 'The End of Oak Street' may not make it.
The Hollywood Reporter 
entertainmentAug 15, 2026Is Harry Jowsey Legally Married After Let's Marry Harry? He Says…
Harry Jowsey may be more single than you think. While he and Amber Mozo had a wedding on the finale of his Netflix series Let's Marry Harry, the reality star addressed rumors that their union is...
E! Online
entertainmentAug 15, 2026The Fall Workout Clothes That Keep You Warm, Not Sweaty
Dressing for the in-between weather is always tricky, especially when it comes to putting together a workout fit. You want to keep warm but don't want to overheat, either. The best fall workout...
E! Online
entertainmentAug 14, 2026Emmys: Supporting Actress (Comedy) — Hannah Einbinder Defends Her Crown Against ‘Widow’s Bay’
Variety Awards Circuit section is the home for all awards news and related content throughout the year, featuring the following: the official predictions for the upcoming Oscars, Emmys, Grammys and Tony Awards ceremonies…
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entertainmentAug 14, 2026Ryan De Nino Dead: ‘Married at First Sight’ Alum Was 40
Ryan De Nino, who appeared on Season 2 of Married at First Sight, has died. He was 40. On Tuesday, Ryan’s sister Melissa remembered his “huge heart” as she announced that he had died with a heartfelt tribute. A cause of…
Deadline- businessAug 14, 2026
Bally’s Warns of Going Concern Doubt as It Seeks Fresh Liquidity
Bally’s Corp. warned investors of “substantial doubt” that it will be able to continue as a going concern as it risks running afoul of its agreement with lenders.
Bloomberg 
entertainmentAug 14, 2026‘Beef’ Creator Lee Sung Jin on Abandoning His Tom Brady Heist Plot and the Finneas, Cailee Spaeny Emmy Snubs
Lee Sung Jin learned about “Beef’s” latest Emmy haul all at once. The second season of Netflix’s genre-bending anthology earned 16 nominations, the most of any limited or anthology series this year. The major recognition…
Variety- entertainmentAug 14, 2026
Adam Scott Says Daughter Had to Watch His ‘Office’ Audition Tape in Acting Class: “What Not to Do”
The 'Severance' star, appearing on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,' shared an update on season three of the acclaimed workplace drama.
The Hollywood Reporter 
politicsAug 14, 2026South Florida Venue Cancels Rally With a Pro-Palestinian Congresswoman
Representative Rashida Tlaib was supposed to headline an event called “Chomp the Oligarchy” for three candidates for Congress who face Jewish Democrats in Tuesday’s primary.
The New York Times
technologyAug 14, 2026Ukrainian drones disabled US armor brigade in simulated warfare 'so quickly' that they had to respawn the equipment
Ukrainian drone forces have proved so successful against US troops in exercises that “destroyed” equipment had to be reintroduced into the simulated combat Over the course of the two-week-long exercise, US forces improve…
TechRadar- entertainmentAug 14, 2026
California Pledged $750 Million a Year to Hollywood. But a New Law Has a Big Catch
A new bill, signed into law on June 29, could persuade film and TV projects to take their business elsewhere. Legislators with ties to entertainment are scrambling for a solution.
The Hollywood Reporter 
entertainmentAug 14, 2026Emmy Nominees Head To Final Campaign Stops; Why Showbiz Docs Rule With Voters – Notes On The Season
A column chronicling conversations and events on the awards circuit. There must be something in the air. Although the Primetime Emmys are a few weeks away, you might not be crazy to think they are actually happening this…
Deadline
sportsAug 14, 2026Taurasi hopes to join Mercury's ownership group
Two days before her No. 3 will be retired by the Phoenix Mercury, Diana Taurasi told ESPN that she hopes to join Mercury ownership in the next year or two.
ESPN
