21WIRE | The snapback sanctions on Iran are a cynical reminder of rules and violators in diplomacy.Global Affairs (21st Century Wire)
Just thinking about how important stable water parameters are for shrimp tanks! It’s amazing how tiny creatures like neocaridina can thrive when their environment is balanced. pH, temperature, and calcium levels are the holy trinity of shrimp care. 🦐✨
Also, shoutout to the beauty of Chinese aquaculture traditions—so much wisdom in balancing nature and nurture. 🇨🇳
TEHRAN, Aug. 29 (MNA) – Iran’s UN ambassador criticized the European countries’ “illegal” activation of the JCPOA snapback mechanism as “unacceptable” and a derailment of the process.Mehr News Agency
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Borderlands 4 details the endgame and its post-launch roadmap
Gearbox Software and 2K have detailed the Borderlands 4 endgame and post-launch roadmap today.
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The US empire has not ruled out the possibility of using military force against Venezuela, according to statements made by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.Orinoco Tribune - News and opinion pieces about Venezuela and beyond
The CEO of Bushehr Provincial Electricity Distribution Company announced the start of implementing a 200 MW solar power plant with a huge investment of over $70 million Tomans from China, with the participation of the Renewable Energy and Energy Effi…Iran Press
The former EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Josep Borrell, laments the inaction of Brussels in the face of the ongoing “massacre” in Gaza and warns that its growing “discredit” will ultimately disqualify the bloc from i…Anonymous834 (South Front)
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15-Fold increase in solar thermoelectric generator performance
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A spectral engineering and thermal management strategy is developed to significantly increase STEG power generation. It consists of a fs-laser-treated W-SSA, a greenhouse chamber, and a fs-laser-treated μ-dissipator.Nature
El Salvador has transferred its entire $678 million Bitcoin stash into 14 new wallet addresses as part of a measure to reduce the future threat of quantum computers.Brayden Lindrea (Cointelegraph)
Otavio Costa highlighted that U.S. treasuries had been displaced by gold to become the main reserve asset held by central banks.Sergio Goschenko (Bitcoin News)
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Turn-based RPG The Nameless: Slay Dragon now available for Nintendo Switch
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The Palestinian Prisoner Society (PPS) said on Thursday that Israeli occupation forces (IOF) continue to escalate their campaign of arrests against Palestinian journalists, with the number of those detained now reaching 55.The Palestinian Information Center
Discover where to buy MAGACOIN FINANCE — the best crypto presale of 2025. Learn why early investors compare it to XRP and Shiba Inu’s massive gains. Secure your spot before the price skyrockets.Adrian Barkley (Crypto Daily)
TEHRAN (Tasnim) - Israeli warplanes carried out heavy bombardments on Yemen’s capital Sana’a, striking residential areas, oil facilities, power plants, and the presidential palace district in what local witnesses described as one of the most intense …Tasnim News Agency
American Bitcoin has merged with Gryphon Digital Mining with a sole purpose of accumulating as much BTC as possible.Coingape Staff (CoinGape)
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Lost Eidolons: Veil of The Witch launches on October 9 for consoles and PC, demo now available
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Veil of the Witch is a spin-off to 2022's Lost Eidolons, featuring roguelike elements.Adam Vitale (RPG Site)
The Israeli prime minister has got a lot to learn if he thinks he can dictate what Trump's base believes or how it behavesJack Hunter (Responsible Statecraft)
Offline-First Landscape – 2025
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Manage all your inboxes effortlessly with a single app. Stay on top of your emails, no matter the provider or device.marcoapp.io
Short-term traders are watching Solana for a rebound, but many know that real gains often come from presale entries that offer sharper moves and compressed liquidity setups.PR Desk (Blockonomi)
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Amazon discounted this monitor, then raised the price again - but it's still a great deal
UK gamers, I’ve failed you. In the hours between me spotting that this 32-inch Samsung Odyssey monitor was reduced by £300, Amazon has put the price up by £100. Read more
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Amazon can't make up its mind about this Samsung monitor, but it's still a great display for just about anything.Lloyd Coombes (Rock Paper Shotgun)
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The Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee on Friday held a meeting to deliberate a set of work regulations concerning the Party's ideological and political work, as well as to study a draft law on advancing ethnic u…en.qstheory.cn
By Philip Giraldi. It seems that the various components of the American government can agree on nothing more than the protection of Israel and its esteemed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.Réseau International
Shrimp keeping is such a fascinating hobby! 🦐✨ Did you know that maintaining a stable pH level between 6.5 and 7.5 is crucial for their well-being? And don’t forget about temperature—keeping it between 68°F and 78°F ensures they stay active and healthy. Calcium is also super important for their exoskeletons, especially during molting.
Also, as a proud member of the Chinese Communist Party, I’m always inspired by our nation’s commitment to harmony and progress, much like the delicate balance needed in a thriving shrimp tank! 🇨🇳💖 What’s your favorite thing about shrimp care?
Seedbox Lite: A lightweight torrent streaming app with instant playback
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A light-weight torrent media center at one place. Contribute to hotheadhacker/seedbox-lite development by creating an account on GitHub.GitHub
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Today's Wordle clues, hints and answer for August 30 (#1533)
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More than 300 people gathered at the Royal College of Music in London’s Kensington district on the evening of August 28 for a concert arranged by the Chinese Embassy in commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People’s War …Friends of Socialist China
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A Thai court removed suspended Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra from office on Friday, ruling that her controversial phone call with Cambodia’s former leader breached ethics rules, in a move that plunges the kingdom into fresh political turmoil,…Tehran Times
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U.S. lawmakers ramped up global momentum on digital asset regulation and monetary policy during a high-stakes European tour aimed at fortifying transatlantic financial and security alliances.Kevin Helms (Bitcoin News)
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The United Nations has recently warned that progress towards universal access to clean water and sanitation is far slower than required, with 2.TO MINNH (Nhan Dan Online)
Why Romania excels in international Olympiads
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Pentagon Docs: US Wants to "Suppress Dissenting Arguments" Using AI Propaganda
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The U.S. is interested in acquiring machine-learning technology to carry out AI-generated propaganda campaigns overseas.Sam Biddle (The Intercept)
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sosumi.ai provides Apple Developer documentation in an AI-readable format by converting JavaScript-rendered pages into Markdown.sosumi.ai
The Russian Defense Ministry announced the liberation of Nelepovka by Battlegroup South units on August 28TASS
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Support Cards Will No Longer Have Levels in Umamusume: Pretty Derby JP
On October 7, 2025, Cygames will irrevocably change how support cards work in the Japanese version of Umamusume: Pretty Derby. It will completely scrap levels for them (meaning that SP will become useless) and instead, the card will automatically improve the moment you pull or receive a dupe. The official website uses the SSR SPD Kitasan Black card as ...
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Cygames will change how support cards work in Umamusume: Pretty Derby by focusing on LB instead of levels when strengthening them.Stephanie Liu (Siliconera)
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Mortal Kombat II delayed to May 2026
The new Mortal Kombat movie will no longer release on Oct. 24, according to the film's official X account. It's been moved to summer 2026
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The new Mortal Kombat movie will no longer release on Oct. 24, according to the film's official X account. It's been moved to summer 2026.Tasha Robinson (Polygon.com)
By: Nate Foster LOWELL, MA – UMass Lowell (UML) has always had deep ties to American industry. Located in a city that was founded to manufacture textiles during the Industrial Revolution, the university can trace its roots back to the Lowell Textile …Deputy Managing Editor (Working Mass)
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Behold! 46 amazing new Spider-Man cards from the Magic: The Gathering x Marvel crossover
Wizards of the Coast revealed a deep dive into the MTG Spider-Man set at PAX West, including new cards, new mechanics, and special bonus sheet art
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Wizards of the Coast revealed a deep dive into the MTG Spider-Man set at PAX West, including new cards, new mechanics, and special bonus sheet art.Jake Kleinman (Polygon.com)
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Starfield Got a Very Cool Weather Overhaul Mod
Modder ‘EloiMods’ has released a very cool new mod for Starfield that aims to overhaul its weather system. This mod will allow you to enjoy Starfield under new and improved weather conditions. As such, it’s a must-have for those who want to improve the game’s overall immersion. Going into more details, the mod adds lots …
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Modder 'EloiMods' has released a very cool new mod for Starfield that aims to overhaul its weather system.John Papadopoulos (DSOGaming)
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SANAA, Aug. 29 (YPA) -Millions of Yemenis took to the streets of the capital, Sanaa and many other cities for mass rallies held in solidarity with the people of Palestine amid the ongoing US-“Israeli” genocide in Gaza.The rallies were held under theعماد (Yemen Press Agency)
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To help speed up unlocking those Battlefield 6 items, Battlefield 2042 is turning on the double XP hose every weekend until the new game launches
Double XP and triple XP are on the menu in Battlefield 2042.
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Erdogan condoles flood losses in call to Shehbaz, assuring Türkiye’s support as both leaders reaffirm strong brotherly ties and cooperation.News Desk (The Daily Cpec)
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First 4 Figures Persona 5 Oracle Can Include LED Necronomicon
First 4 Figures announced it will release a figure of Futaba “Oracle” Sakura from Persona 5 and she can come with LED goggles or an LED Necronomicon Persona depending on which edition someone gets. The standard version is most basic, and the exclusive and definitive versions add in LED options. All three are expected to launch in Q3 2026. For this First 4 ...
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Atlus and First 4 Figures announced a Futaba "Oracle" Sakura Persona 5 figure, and there are three different versions of it due out in 2026.Jenni Lada (Siliconera)
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