ESPN
Trade deadline winners and losers: What we loved -- and don't understand
The 2026 trade deadline has passed. Here's who hit it out of the park -- and who swung and missed.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by ESPN
Deutsche Welle
What does Zambia's opposition stand without Edgar Lungu?
The death of former President Edgar Lungu reshaped opposition politics in Zambia ahead of the August 13 general election. Analysts say the vote will test whether his legacy can keep opposition supporters united.
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WorldPingVariety
Ariana Grande May or May Not Be Struggling. We Can Talk About It Without Trying to Shame Her
“It’s so confusing sometimes to be a girl.” Over the past several years, there’s been an ongoing — and, in many cases, much-needed — conversation around pop stars and body image.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Variety
WorldPingGizmodo
Motorola’s Next Smartwatch Might Help You Run Without Your Phone
Leaked renders of the "Moto Watch Ultra" suggest the company's next smartwatch could get LTE connectivity.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Gizmodo
WorldPingBitcoin.com
Strategy’s Saylor Tells BIP-110 Backers to ‘Stand Down’ Before Fork
Michael Saylor told the backers of a contested Bitcoin proposal to “stand down” this week, days before a deadline that could split the network in two. Saylor has rejected BIP-110 on several occasions in recent times.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Bitcoin.com
WorldPingPhys.org
New research offers managers a framework for understanding who wins in AI ecosystems and why
An article published in the Strategic Management Journal, "Value Creation in Innovation Ecosystems," by Ron Adner and Rahul Kapoor, offers a framework for understanding competitive advantage in today's rapidly evolving AI landscape.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Phys.org
WorldPingThe Guardian
David Ellison claims opposition to his mega-merger stems from potential CNN control
With his $111bn deal to acquire the cable network’s parent company stalled in the courts, Ellison took to courting the public Speaking out on the lawsuit against the massive merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery (WBD), Paramount…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Guardian