
theguardian.com
Roblox commits to privacy overhaul after eSafety discovers adults can contact children via gaming platformhttps://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/aug/20/roblox-esafety-commissioner-children-adults-ntwnfbRegulator says verifiable safety measures are ‘critical’ to the online service’s viabilityGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastRoblox has committed to making changes to its online gaming platform after Australia’s eSafety commissioner discovered adults were still able to see child accounts and send connection requests without parental consent.The company has provided a legal ...Aug 19, 2026 3:00 PM

nytimes.com
‘It’s Bonkers’: Jennifer Hegseth’s Hands-On Role in Her Husband’s Pentagonhttps://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/19/style/jennifer-hegseth.htmlAfter an 18-year career at Fox News, she is now her husband’s most influential adviser and de facto producer, shaping the job like no Pentagon spouse has before.Aug 19, 2026 3:00 PM
bing.com
Barcelona 2026–27 Season Preview: Blaugrana Aiming to Continue Dominancehttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a89b9337c2c4f7786b27d4051680ca3&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.msn.com%2Fen-us%2Fsports%2Fother%2Fbarcelona-2026-27-season-preview-blaugrana-aiming-to-continue-dominance%2Far-AA2avpeP&c=2733021663675293478&mkt=en-usThe Catalan giants are targeting a third-straight La Liga title and plenty more this season.Aug 19, 2026 3:00 PM
sports.yahoo.com
2026 NFL betting preview: 5 over/under bets to make this seasonhttps://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/betting/article/2026-nfl-betting-preview-5-overunder-bets-to-make-this-season-145936842.htmlHere are five NFL season win totals worth betting on right now.Aug 19, 2026 2:59 PM

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How can you apply for student loan forgiveness in 2026?https://www.cbsnews.com/news/how-to-apply-for-student-loan-forgiveness-2026/Student loan repayment options have changed, and there are a few things to know now, before seeking forgiveness.Aug 19, 2026 2:57 PM
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Tom Brady slams current NFL players — and strokes his own ego — with jab about preseason gameshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/tom-brady-slams-current-nfl-145705814.htmlSeven-time Super Bowl champion shared the reminder that ‘practice makes perfect’Aug 19, 2026 2:57 PM
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Browns' QB grades for preseason contest against Bearshttps://sports.yahoo.com/articles/browns-qb-grades-preseason-contest-145537142.htmlHere are the grades for both Cleveland Browns' quarterbacks Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders against the Chicago Bears.Aug 19, 2026 2:55 PM
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Jolly and Donalds projected to face off in Florida gubernatorial race to replace DeSantishttps://www.cbsnews.com/video/jolly-and-donalds-projected-to-face-off-in-florida-gubernatorial-race/CBS News' Nikole Killion and Fin Gómez are tracking the results of Tuesday's primary contests in Alaska, Florida, Wyoming and other states. Here are some key takeaways.Aug 19, 2026 2:50 PM
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Salad companies brace for low earnings after cyclospora outbreakhttps://www.cbsnews.com/video/salad-companies-brace-for-low-earnings-after-cyclospora-outbreak/Salad companies are bracing for low earnings amid this summer's deadly cyclospora outbreak. Ann Berry, founder of Threadneedle, has more.Aug 19, 2026 2:47 PM
bloomberg.com
Target’s Turnaround Is Finally Working: Telsey Analysthttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-19/target-s-turnaround-is-finally-working-telsey-analyst-videoTarget’s turnaround may finally be working. Telsey Advisory Group Senior Managing Director and Assistant Director of Research Joseph Feldman joined Bloomberg Open Interest to break down why stronger traffic, sharper merchandising and a revamped food strategy are bringing shoppers back, even without tariff refunds. He also explains why Target shouldn’t copy Walmart and which struggling retailers co...Aug 19, 2026 2:43 PM

forbes.com
Top Fauci Advisor Pleads Guilty In COVID-19 Origin Cover-Up Casehttps://www.forbes.com/sites/maryroeloffs/2026/08/19/top-fauci-advisor-pleads-guilty-in-covid-19-origin-cover-up-case/Republicans are heavily scrutinizing the handling of the pandemic.Aug 19, 2026 2:42 PM

nytimes.com
What to Know About Melanomahttps://www.nytimes.com/article/melanoma-skin-cancer-symptoms-risk.htmlNew therapies are transforming the treatment of the skin cancer, which can be deadly.Aug 19, 2026 2:40 PM

bbc.co.uk
Man Utd's decision to make Baleba their 'third midfielder'https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/clylk1wexgno?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rssManchester United are in talks to make Carlos Baleba their 'third midfielder' as the club revamp Michael Carrick's squad.Aug 19, 2026 2:35 PM

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Google’s Pixel Watch 5 is promising — but it isn’t finishedhttps://www.theverge.com/tech/981957/google-pixel-watch-5-review-wearables-smartwatchPlease clap for my Gemini-inspired nails.
The Google Pixel Watch 5 has, in many ways, been the hardest Pixel Watch to accurately review. Barely anything has changed in terms of hardware. The sizes are the same, the chips and battery got an itty-bitty boost, and there's a new pyrite satin case finish. Instead, the big updates are all software-related: This year's watch gets ambitious new health f...Aug 19, 2026 2:33 PM

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Shapiro on data center order: "I don't want developers running roughshod"https://www.cbsnews.com/news/shapiro-ai-data-centers-pennsylvania/"We've seen too many developers who are trying to bulldoze our community," Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro told "CBS Mornings."Aug 19, 2026 2:32 PM

theguardian.com
British energy bills forecast to hit three-year high this winterhttps://www.theguardian.com/money/2026/aug/19/forecast-energy-price-cap-rise-britain-winterExpected quarterly rise if 4% highest likely to wipe out Burnham’s VAT cut on electricity billsHousehold energy bills across Great Britain are expected to climb to a three-year high this winter as the impact of the Middle East war wipes out Andy Burnham’s tax cut on electricity bills.The government’s cap on energy prices is on track to rise by 4% from this October to the equivalent of £1,729 a yea...Aug 19, 2026 2:29 PM

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Israel Opens Criminal Investigation Into Killings of Hind Rajab and Gaza Medical Workershttps://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/19/world/middleeast/israel-criminal-investigation-hind-rajab-gaza-workers.htmlTwo high-profile cases that had spurred international condemnation of the country’s conduct in Gaza were transferred to the military police. Such investigations have rarely led to convictions.Aug 19, 2026 2:28 PM
bloomberg.com
Merck, Moderna Stocks Soar After Melanoma Trial Successhttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2026-08-19/merck-moderna-stocks-soar-after-melanoma-trial-success-videoShares of Moderna and Merck soared on Wednesday morning after a study showed that a vaccine they produced had promising results when it comes to fighting skin cancer. A late-stage trial showed that the mRNA vaccine helped reduce the recurrence of melanoma. Sam Fazeli of Bloomberg Intelligence has more. (Source: Bloomberg)Aug 19, 2026 2:27 PM

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Publix ditches longtime checkout lane rule in major change for shoppershttps://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/publix-ditches-longtime-checkout-lane-rule-major-change-shoppersSigns reading "10 items or less" are being replaced at Publix express lanes as the grocery store chain shifts focus to reducing overall wait times.Aug 19, 2026 2:22 PM
bloomberg.com
Kazakh Sovereign Wealth Fund to Ramp Up International Bond Saleshttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-19/kazakh-sovereign-wealth-fund-to-ramp-up-international-bond-salesKazakhstan’s sovereign wealth fund is sounding out investors as it prepares to step up international bond sales, according to people familiar with the matter.Aug 19, 2026 2:11 PM