Month: August 2026
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Allan Nascimento Passes Away at 34: UFC Flyweight Legacy
Brazilian UFC flyweight Allan Nascimento died on August 3, 2026, at age 34 following an apparent heart attack in his sleep. Known as “Puro Osso,” Nascimento compiled a 22-7 professional record with 16 submissions while training at Chute Boxe Diego Lima alongside Charles Oliveira. Key Takeaways Brazilian flyweight contender Allan Nascimento passed away on August…
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Walgreens Store Closures 2026: Confirmed List & Impact
Walgreens is closing fewer than 100 retail stores in 2026 after private equity owner Sycamore Partners scaled back an earlier three-year restructuring plan. Shuttered locations span states including Illinois, California, Texas, and New York. Existing prescriptions automatically transfer to nearby Walgreens branches, with home delivery options remaining active. Key Takeaways Closure Pace Decelerates: Walgreens expects…
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2027 Social Security COLA: How Much Will Checks Rise?
Early 2027 Social Security COLA projections range between 3.6% and 3.8%, potentially boosting average monthly retired worker benefits by roughly $79 to $2,163. The Social Security Administration officially calculates the exact COLA rate in October 2026 using third-quarter CPI-W inflation figures compiled by federal agencies. Key Takeaways Forecasted Rate: Non-partisan advocacy estimates from The Senior…
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US Winter 2026 Forecast: Super El Niño Threatens East
The US 2026 winter weather forecast indicates a dominant El Niño pattern, bringing milder temperatures to the Pacific Northwest and West Coast. Meanwhile, an active southern storm track will deliver heavy rainfall to the Southwest and Gulf Coast, with severe cold outbreaks and snowfall threatening the Eastern United States. Key Takeaways Climate models project a…
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Jordan Salinas: The Armed Bystander Who Stopped a Shooter
Jordan Salinas is a 35-year-old healthcare caregiver from Kimberly, Idaho, who gained national recognition on August 1, 2026. Salinas engaged an active gunman during a deadly mass shooting at a Twin Falls In-N-Out Burger using a suppressed handgun, helping draw fire away from fleeing bystanders until law enforcement intervened. Key Takeaways Jordan Salinas, a 35-year-old…
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John Thune Goes Weeks Without a Trump Phone Call
Senate Majority Leader John Thune now goes days or weeks without direct contact from President Trump, often learning of the president’s frustrations through Truth Social posts and rally speeches rather than phone calls, a stark shift from their frequent early-2025 communication as tension over the stalled SAVE America Act and filibuster reform splits the GOP…