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Frank Beard, ZZ Top drummer, dies at age 77https://www.cbsnews.com/news/frank-beard-zz-top-drummer-dies-age-77/"Today, Elwood and I lost a great friend and collaborator, and the world lost one of the most naturally innovative drummers and a great and true son of Texas," ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons said in a statement.Aug 18, 2026 7:41 PM
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Mayer of Beantownhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/mayer-beantown-193000547.htmlCan the Giants fix the former top prospects swing and turn him into a Luis Arraez-quality defender at second base?Aug 18, 2026 7:30 PM

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What advanced stats say about Cowboys’ newest pass rusher Von Millerhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/advanced-stats-cowboys-newest-pass-192257853.htmlVon Miller is a good addition for a great price but he's not someone who should be expected to lead a high-end unit on the Cowboys anymoreAug 18, 2026 7:22 PM
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Show HN: Releasaurus – software versioning and release automation toolhttps://github.com/robgonnella/releasaurusI built Releasaurus after struggling with limitations of existing tools.- release-please: only works on github- releaser-pleaser: no support for monorepos- release-plz: rust projects only- git-cliff: changelog only, no tagging, no releasingReleasaurus works entirely through forge APIs, so no local clone is required, or git for that matter. Although it does offer an optional hybrid mode that will use a locally cloned repo for git operations and forge API calls for PR and release creation.Here are some features I included:- Supports Github, Gitlab, Gitea, Forgejo (Codeberg), AzureDevops (experimental)- Monorepo support with independent versioning for each configured package- Customizable CHANGELOG.md generation- Customizable Release notes- Choose from semantic or date based versioning strategies - Semantic: "x.x.x" Uses conventional commits standard to analyze commits - Date: `year.month.day-time` - Customizable prerelease strategies - versioned: "x.x.x-." - static: "x.x.x-" - Explicit sAug 18, 2026 7:20 PM
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UFC 330’s Gillian Robertson reveals ‘not much weight’ behind Din Thomas apology, issued ‘for TV purposes and ratings’https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/ufc-330-gillian-robertson-reveals-191715013.htmlFormer UFC lightweight and current fight night analyst Din Thomas retired from coaching during the UFC 330 broadcast last weekend in Philadelphia, but not before burying Gillian Robertson for her performance against Mackenzie Dern in the strawweight co-main event. Thomas was subsequently skewered by the combat sports community, leading to a public apology as part […]Aug 18, 2026 7:17 PM
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Jamal Musiala explains recent collapseshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/jamal-musiala-explains-recent-collapses-190700671.htmlFor the second time in just a matter of days, Jamal Musiala suddenly collapsed during Bayern Munich's 4-2 friendly win over 1. FC Heidenheim on Tuesday.A similar incident occurred during Bayern's 3-1 ...Aug 18, 2026 7:07 PM

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Trump Fired His Inspectors General. Their Replacements Have a Different Mission.https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/18/us/politics/trump-inspector-general.htmlPresident Trump is installing his allies in the offices of inspector general, which are meant to provide independent government oversight.Aug 18, 2026 7:04 PM
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AROUND THE CAMPS: Scranton Prep motivated to live up to championship standardhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/around-camps-scranton-prep-motivated-190300602.htmlSCRANTON — No matter how much time football players spend together weight training, conditioning and practicing during heat acclimatization week, nothing compares to full-contact practices. Scranton Prep players couldn’t wait to get started. The afternoon session at Convery Field on Monday was filled with energy and an intense attention to detail. This year’s group understands the high ...Aug 18, 2026 7:03 PM
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?️ Diagnosis made: Musiala explains collapsehttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/diagnosis-made-musiala-explains-collapse-190300875.htmlAfter Jamal Musiala collapsed twice within a few days during FC Bayern friendlies, the 23-year-old has now provided an explanation for the frightening moments. On Instagram, the Bayern star posted a d...Aug 18, 2026 7:03 PM
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Hall of Famer Luke Kuechly to be honored in front of Panthers crowd during 2026 seasonhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/hall-famer-luke-kuechly-honored-190141932.htmlPanthers legend Luke Kuechly will be presented his Hall of Fame Ring of Excellence in front of the Bank of America Stadium crowd later this year.Aug 18, 2026 7:01 PM
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Commanders sign former Georgia third-round draft pickhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/commanders-sign-former-georgia-third-190116397.htmlFormer Georgia Bulldogs tight end, third-round draft pick returning to the NFL after a brief stint in the UFL.Aug 18, 2026 7:01 PM
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Texas Has 'No Real Protections' Against Data Center Impact, Says Gina Hinojosahttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-18/texas-has-no-real-protections-on-data-centers-hinojosa-videoDemocrat candidate for Governor in Texas Gina Hinojosa said that Texas voters are concerned with the impact of the data center 'gold rush' that has descended on the rural part of the state and that incumbent Governor Greg Abbott has left Texans with 'no real protections.'
Hinojosa also discussed immigration policy in the state and said that Texans across both parties want 'something that makes se...Aug 18, 2026 6:59 PM

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Alexis Sánchez follows "world-class players" to MLShttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/alexis-nchez-follows-world-class-185400829.htmlBy Jaime UribarriAlexis Sánchez, over two decades into a legendary career for club and country, doesn’t just accept the spotlight that comes with his famous name. He craves it.That competitive fire...Aug 18, 2026 6:54 PM
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Terrion Arnold's Seahawks debut sidelined by commissioner's exempt listhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/terrion-arnolds-seahawks-debut-sidelined-185017261.htmlTerrion Arnold may not play football for a while. That's why Detroit Lions cut him after charges were announced on case. Seahawks intend to sign him.Aug 18, 2026 6:50 PM
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Colts add depth at wide receiving by signing Keenan Allen to a 1-year deal, AP source sayshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/colts-add-depth-wide-receiving-184641454.htmlKeenan Allen is getting another chance to extend his NFL career. The Indianapolis Colts added depth to their receiving corps by signing the 34-year-old receiver to a one-year contract worth up to $8.32 million, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Tuesday. Allen is a six-time Pro Bowler who caught at least 100 passes in a season five times, won the NFL's 2017 Comeback...Aug 18, 2026 6:46 PM
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Koopmeiners is blocking Juventus move for top free agenthttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/koopmeiners-blocking-juventus-move-top-184500872.htmlFranck Kessie and Juventus have held talks over a potential move to the club as a free agent at the end of this transfer window, following his departure from Al Ahli.The Ivorian spent three seasons in...Aug 18, 2026 6:45 PM

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Swedish MP intervenes in ‘damaging’ Brexit row over elderly Britons ordered to leavehttps://www.theguardian.com/politics/2026/aug/18/swedish-mp-intervenes-brexit-row-elderly-britons-ordered-leaveMigration minister asked how he intends to stop deportations of people ‘who had lived in Sweden for decades’The deportation and removal of British citizens from Sweden over Brexit residency rights is damaging relations with the UK amid efforts to reset positive associations with London, a Swedish MP has said.Häkan Svenneling, representative for Vârmland, where a 78-year-old British widow, Joyce Th...Aug 18, 2026 6:44 PM
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Coach disagrees with Dana White's 'killer instinct' criticism of Ian Machado Garryhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/coach-disagrees-dana-whites-killer-184028023.htmlJavier Mendez disagrees with the notion that Ian Machado Garry lacked killer instinct at UFC 330.Aug 18, 2026 6:40 PM
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Arsenal willing to sell midfielder after just one seasonhttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/arsenal-willing-sell-midfielder-just-183500262.htmlArsenal are willing to sell Martin Zubimendi this summer amid interest from Chelsea and Real Madrid, according to a report on Fichajes.The midfielder only joined the Gunners a year ago and has been on...Aug 18, 2026 6:35 PM
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What Stands Out About the Kings’ 2026-27 Schedule?https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/stands-kings-2026-27-schedule-183254087.htmlLast week, the NBA revealed the full schedules for every team. After previously sharing specific game days, such as Christmas and Emirates NBA Cup matchups, fans of every team can now mark their calendars for key showdowns. Now that the cat’s out of the bag regarding their showdowns, what stands out about the Sacramento Kings’ […] The post What Stands Out About the Kings’ 2026-27 Schedule? appeare...Aug 18, 2026 6:32 PM