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Brian Kelly puts AI-staffed Bracket22’s annual cost at $30,000–$40,000
Hedge fund manager Brian Kelly estimates his AI-staffed firm, Bracket22, costs $30,000–$40,000 a year, compared with about $5 million to run his former crypto fund. Agents handle research and analysis, but Kelly makes every trade decision. -
Kentucky meets South Alabama after 31-21 win over No. 9 Texas A&M
Kentucky hosts South Alabama at Kroger Field in Lexington on Sept. 26, with kickoff at 12:45 p.m. ET on SEC Network. The 2-1 Wildcats are coming off a 31-21 win over No. 9 Texas A&M; FanDuel lists them as 20.5-point favorites over the 2-1 Jaguars. -
Penguins’ data suggest Kindel’s line slot matters less than power-play role
A review of 2025-26 NHL even-strength ice time found Pittsburgh’s second and third forward trios averaged 13:43 and 12:18 per game. The writer says Ben Kindel’s development may depend more on power-play chances than whether he is listed on the third line. -
Senate Democrats seek Iran war-powers vote before midterms
Senate Democrats seek a nonbinding vote as soon as Thursday, urging President Donald Trump to end the Iran war or get Congress' authorization to continue it. The vote would put Republicans on record before November's midterms but is largely symbolic. -
Goldman names Microsoft its top AI pick after leadership meetings
Goldman Sachs named Microsoft its top artificial-intelligence pick after meeting company leaders in Europe and San Francisco. It maintains a Buy rating, citing a $51 billion fourth-quarter rise in remaining performance obligations, all from enterprise customers. -
Dolphins’ 0-2 start tests Sieler’s patience as Robinson returns to practice
Miami’s loss at San Francisco left the Dolphins 0-2. Asked about the rebuild, Zach Sieler replied, “I have two kids, man. I’m doing all right.” Chop Robinson returned to practice Wednesday, advancing through concussion protocol; Caleb Douglas was sidelined. -
Trump expected at Tennessee-Texas game as stadium security tightens
University of Tennessee police say President Donald Trump is expected at Saturday’s Texas-Tennessee game at Neyland Stadium. Gates open at 9 a.m. ET, and fans are urged to arrive early amid enhanced screening and longer waits near kickoff. -
Barry Levinson says Tom Cruise excelled at improvising on ‘Rain Man’
Barry Levinson says Tom Cruise was “exceptionally good” at improvising with Dustin Hoffman in 1988’s Rain Man. The actors improvised while playing long-lost brothers on a cross-country trip; Levinson said the film sought to help audiences understand autism. -
New arrivals recall Midwestern culture shocks, from food to fitting in
City transplants told BuzzFeed of Midwestern culture shocks: one Ohio respondent cited mayonnaise with everything; others mentioned grid-cut pizza and local terms. Some found locals friendly; others described less diversity, visible religion and feeling out of place. -
Till and Romero set to headline BKFC 94 in Manchester on Sept. 26
Former UFC contenders Darren Till and Yoel Romero are scheduled to headline BKFC 94 on Sept. 26 at Manchester’s AO Arena. Till is reportedly entering the bout with an unrepaired torn ACL, while published listings disagree on the fight’s weight limit. -
Men's Facelift Concerns Often Center on Jawlines and Necks, Surgeons Say
Plastic surgeons interviewed by HuffPost say they are seeing more men seek facelifts, often to address a softened jawline, jowls, fullness under the chin and vertical neck bands. Many want a refreshed appearance without making the surgery obvious. -
How ‘mankeeping’ can leave men rebuilding friendships after a breakup
“Mankeeping” describes partners’ emotional and organizational work to maintain men’s friendships, from prompting texts to making plans. Therapists say some men realize after a breakup they neglected friends or relied on a partner’s social circle. -
US COVID-19 activity rises in late summer, hospitalizations remain relatively low
COVID-19 activity is increasing in many U.S. states in a late-summer/early-fall surge, experts say, with wastewater levels and cases rising. Cases are highest in the South, along the Atlantic seaboard and in the West, while hospitalizations remain relatively low. -
Peyton Manning will back nephew Arch against alma mater Tennessee
Peyton Manning says he’ll pull for nephew Arch when No. 1 Texas visits his alma mater, No. 14 Tennessee, on Saturday, despite his loyalty to the Volunteers. His father, Archie, made the same choice for Peyton when Tennessee played Ole Miss in 1996. -
Tesla's Nevada Semi plant is set to open as investors await scale-up evidence
Tesla will open its Sparks, Nevada, Semi factory Thursday as investors seek proof the electric truck can scale. The plant is designed for up to 50,000 trucks a year; its first truck came off the high-volume line in late April, but full ramp-up is still ahead. -
Former Meta CTO Mike Schroepfer outlines wave-powered AI data center concept
Former Meta CTO Mike Schroepfer described a proposed floating AI inference center powered by wave-energy buoys. The buoys would use their motion to pump water that runs turbines; Starlink would provide connectivity, while cold seawater would aid cooling. -
Lucca festival to host ‘Percy Jackson’ Season 3 panel with unseen footage
“Percy Jackson” stars Walker Scobell, Leah Sava Jeffries and Aryan Simhadri will join co-creator Jonathan E. Steinberg and executive producer Dan Shotz for a Season 3 panel at Italy’s Lucca Comics and Games, with previously unseen footage. The festival runs Oct. 28-Nov. 1. -
Yankees’ $2.6 billion Apollo financing spotlights MLB’s equity-cap change
The Yankees announced a $2.6 billion Apollo financing agreement combining credit and equity; the Steinbrenner family retains control. It also highlights MLB’s recent loosening of the former 15% private-equity ownership cap, now closer to the NBA’s 20% limit. -
Razoo’s new owners roll out a menu centered on Louisiana flavors
Razoo’s Cajun Cafe has rolled out a new food menu across all its restaurants, with owner M Crowd Hospitality emphasizing scratch-made dishes, Cajun and Creole techniques and Louisiana flavors as it seeks to restore the 35-year-old brand after bankruptcy. -
PicPay targets insurance platform with Kovr deal and 53% Estrutural stake
PicPay’s Kovr acquisition and 53% controlling stake in Estrutural Corretora support its push for an end-to-end insurance platform. The plan pairs Kovr’s digital insurance and underwriting with Estrutural’s brokerage, aiming to give PicPay more control. -
Jay Bilas recalls Chris Spatola’s selflessness after his death
Jay Bilas remembered Chris Spatola as a selfless friend and devoted father after Spatola died suddenly Monday. Bilas told WRAL that Spatola had exceptional character; Spatola and Jamie, daughter of former Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski, had three children. -
Rhyne Howard ties WNBA steals mark as Atlanta beats Liberty 83-65
Meghan L. Hall reported on X that Rhyne Howard tied the WNBA single-season record with 100 steals as the Atlanta Dream beat the New York Liberty 83-65 on Wednesday. The win clinched Atlanta the fourth playoff seed; its first-round opponent remains undetermined. -
IndiGo’s Delhi-bound Boeing 787 returns to Heathrow after technical issue
An IndiGo Boeing 787 returned safely to Heathrow on 22 September after a technical issue on its Delhi-bound flight. It turned back about 20 minutes after take-off; IndiGo said passengers were offered hotel accommodation and put on the next available flights. -
NYC chose It's Electric for 700 curbside chargers; founder kept the win from investors
NYC chose It's Electric in July to replace its pilot with 700 permanent curbside EV chargers citywide over three years. Founder Tiya Gordon withheld the news during bridge fundraising, saying she wanted investors to benefit from a higher future Series A valuation. -
Reports point to season-ending surgery for Giants QB Jaxson Dart
Reports linked in SB Nation’s Giants roundup say quarterback Jaxson Dart is expected to have season-ending surgery, with a six-month recovery. Coverage discusses Jameis Winston as his replacement and says the offense may change because he lacks Dart’s running ability. -
Penny Lancaster says Rod Stewart’s slight heart blockage needed a stent
Rod Stewart’s wife Penny Lancaster says doctors found a slight heart blockage after he nearly fainted onstage in Utah in June. He had a stent procedure in August; his team canceled tour dates during recovery. She says he is doing well and eager to return. -
Maryland's ground game falters in 35-26 loss as run-blocking draws focus
Maryland rushed for 64 yards, including 48 by its running backs, in Saturday’s 35-26 loss to Virginia Tech. Coach Mike Locksley said Tuesday the offense must improve its run blocking; Iverson Howard and Harry Dalton III averaged 2.8 yards per carry. -
Three conditions are needed for Social Security’s $4,152 maximum at 67
The maximum Social Security benefit at age 67 is $4,152 a month in 2026, but few qualify: applicants need at least 35 years of work, maximum taxable earnings in each of their 35 highest-earning years, and must wait until 67 to claim. The 2026 earnings cap is $184,500.
