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NEWSCATS - The Green Con Exposed

Image: South Pole Back Below -70C; Modern Record Shows Temperature First, CO2 Second; New Sunspot 4513 Erupts; + The Rockefeller Climate Machine Related: Net zero grid upgrade costs spiralling out of control Video: Jacob Rees-Mogg A [...]

What are the mentioned economic concerns regarding the net zero transition?
The report states that net zero grid upgrade costs are spiralling out of control.
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What is the relationship between temperature and CO2 mentioned in the modern records?
Modern records show that temperature changes occur first, followed by CO2 changes.
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What are some of the specific topics discussed in "The Green Con Exposed"?
The topics discussed include the South Pole being below -70C, modern records showing temperature changes occurring before CO2 changes, the eruption of new sunspot 4513, the Rockefeller Climate Machine, and the spiralling costs of net zero grid upgrades.
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REDSTATE (RedState) - Exposed: Dan Osborn’s Independent Label Is a Democrat Scam

How did Pete Ricketts come to hold his Senate seat in Nebraska?
Pete Ricketts was appointed to the seat on January 12, 2023, by Governor Jim Pillen to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Republican Ben Sasse. He later won the seat in the 2026 general election.
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Who is the incumbent Republican Senator in Nebraska as of August 2026?
The incumbent Republican Senator is Pete Ricketts. He was appointed to the position on January 12, 2023, by Governor Jim Pillen to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of Republican Ben Sasse.
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JUSTTHENEWS (The Center Square Staff) - Cook Political Report: Texas Senate race a 'toss up,' Texas governor leans right

Attorney General Ken Paxton is trailing Democrat state Rep. James Talarico in the U.S. Senate race. Gov. Greg Abbott is statistically tied in some polls with his Democratic opponent, state Rep. Gina Hinojosa, for the first time in his political career.

How is Governor Greg Abbott performing in recent polls against his Democratic opponent?
Governor Greg Abbott is leaning right and is statistically tied in some polls with his Democratic opponent, state Representative Gina Hinojosa, which marks the first time in his political career that he has been tied in this manner.
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What is the current status of the Texas Senate race according to the Cook Political Report?
The Cook Political Report characterizes the Texas Senate race as a "toss up."
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AMERICANALMANAC (Sadie Smith) - Karoline Leavitt confirms MAGA Inc. role after stepping down as White House press secretary

Karoline Leavitt, the youngest White House press secretary in history, confirmed she will return to the Trump-aligned super PAC MAGA Inc. after leaving her post, a move that leaves one of the administration's most visible roles unfilled. Leavitt broke the news to reporters aboard Air Force One on Friday, describing the flight as her last […] The post Karoline Leavitt confirms MAGA Inc. role after stepping down as White House press secretary appeared first on American Almanac .

Karoline Leavitt, the youngest White House press secretary in history, confirmed she will return to the Trump-aligned super PAC MAGA Inc. after leaving her post, a move that leaves one of the administration's most visible roles unfilled. Leavitt broke the news to reporters aboard Air Force One on Friday, describing the flight as her last in an official capacity. She did not specify what title or responsibilities she would hold at MAGA Inc., where she previously served as a spokesperson before joining Trump's 2024 presidential campaign. Fox News Digital reported that a source familiar with her plans said she "will engage in other opportunities yet to be announced." MAGA Inc. did not respond to a request for comment. President Trump…Open

How long did Karoline Leavitt hold the position of White House press secretary?
She held the position for approximately one and a half years.
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Has a successor been named to replace Karoline Leavitt as White House press secretary?
No, the President has not named a replacement, leaving the role vacant. While there was initial speculation regarding Alina Habba, she ruled herself out as a candidate.
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Who was born to Karoline Leavitt in May?
Leavitt gave birth to a daughter named Viviana in May.
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How old was Karoline Leavitt when she became the youngest person to hold the White House press secretary title?
Karoline Leavitt was 28 years old when she became the youngest person ever to hold the press secretary title when Trump returned to office in January 2025.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Alex Tanzer) - Democrats fear James Talarico cannot win Black voters in Texas Senate race

Democratic operatives and a former primary rival are publicly warning that Texas Senate nominee James Talarico faces a serious enthusiasm gap among Black voters, a deficit that could hand the seat to Republican Ken Paxton in November. Ashley Etienne, who served as communications director for Vice President Kamala Harris, delivered the bluntest version of the […] The post Democrats fear James Talarico cannot win Black voters in Texas Senate race appeared first on American Almanac .

Democratic operatives and a former primary rival are publicly warning that Texas Senate nominee James Talarico faces a serious enthusiasm gap among Black voters, a deficit that could hand the seat to Republican Ken Paxton in November. Ashley Etienne, who served as communications director for Vice President Kamala Harris, delivered the bluntest version of the warning on NBC's "Meet the Press" this past Sunday. Etienne told host Kristen Welker she had just returned from Houston, where she met with Democratic operatives and state elected officials who painted a grim picture of Talarico's standing with Black Texans. Etienne told Welker that Democrats "feel incredibly encouraged" about Texas, then immediately pivoted to the problem: "But the…Open

What controversies have been reported regarding Talarico's personal associations and public stances?
Talarico's campaign has faced scrutiny over his girlfriend's past statements calling policing a "genocide" and her push to free a convicted cop-killer. Additionally, a resurfaced clip shows him describing his church sheltering illegal immigrants from ICE, and he has faced criticism for headlining a Pride festival that featured an 11-year-old drag performer.
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How do recent polling numbers for James Talarico compare to previous Democratic Senate nominees?
Recent polling shows 67% of Black voters support Talarico, which is higher than the support seen by Colin Allred (47% in 2024) and Beto O'Rourke (48% in 2018) at similar stages of their respective Senate bids.
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What did Kandice Webber, a Black Lives Matter Houston organizer, say to James Talarico during a July 20 town hall in Houston?
During a town hall intended to build trust, Webber told Talarico that Black people do not trust him, that he has no real interest in improving the quality of life for Black Texans, and warned him that he cannot win without the Black community.
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In what areas did Jasmine Crockett demonstrate strength during the primary?
Crockett dominated heavily Black precincts in Houston-centered Harris County, winning 86% of the vote in those areas. She also won the counties containing Dallas and Fort Worth and carried nearly every East Texas county where the Democratic electorate is predominantly Black.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Alan Benson) - Nancy Kassebaum Baker, Kansas trailblazer and three-term Republican senator, dead at 94

Nancy Kassebaum Baker, the first woman elected to a full U.S. Senate term without following a husband into office, died Friday of natural causes, closing a chapter in Kansas and Republican political history. Kassebaum's granddaughter Nellie confirmed her death to Kansas City station KCTV5. Her son, Bill Kassebaum, told the Associated Press she died on […] The post Nancy Kassebaum Baker, Kansas trailblazer and three-term Republican senator, dead at 94 appeared first on American Almanac .

Nancy Kassebaum Baker, the first woman elected to a full U.S. Senate term without following a husband into office, died Friday of natural causes, closing a chapter in Kansas and Republican political history. Kassebaum's granddaughter Nellie confirmed her death to Kansas City station KCTV5. Her son, Bill Kassebaum, told the Associated Press she died on August 21 at age 94. The family plans a private memorial and asked that donations go to the Kansas 4-H Foundation or the Capper Foundation in lieu of flowers. Born July 29, 1932, in Topeka, Kassebaum grew up in one of the state's most prominent political families. Her father, Alf Landon, served as governor and carried the Republican presidential nomination in 1936. She entered politics in her…Open

What did the family request in lieu of flowers for the memorial?
The family requested that donations be made to the Kansas 4-H Foundation or the Capper Foundation.
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What was the political background of Nancy Kassebaum Baker's father?
Her father, Alf Landon, served as a governor and was the Republican presidential nominee in 1936.
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On what date did Nancy Kassebaum Baker pass away?
She died on August 21, 2026, at the age of 94 due to natural causes.
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Who was Nancy Kassebaum Baker and what were her political achievements?
Nancy Kassebaum Baker was a three-term Republican senator from Kansas. She was the first woman elected to a full U.S. Senate term without following a husband into office, and she was the second woman in history to chair a Senate standing committee, specifically leading the Committee on Labor and Human Resources during her final term.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Alex Tanzer) - Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed draws backlash for social media posts targeting Usha Vance and Trump aide

Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed sparked a firestorm over weekend social media posts that referenced Second Lady Usha Vance's Indian ethnicity and took a shot at a female Trump aide, drawing sharp rebukes from Republicans, commentators, and even some Democrats. El-Sayed, who is running against Republican former Congressman Mike Rogers for a U.S. Senate […] The post Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed draws backlash for social media posts targeting Usha Vance and Trump aide appeared first on American Almanac .

Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed sparked a firestorm over weekend social media posts that referenced Second Lady Usha Vance's Indian ethnicity and took a shot at a female Trump aide, drawing sharp rebukes from Republicans, commentators, and even some Democrats. El-Sayed, who is running against Republican former Congressman Mike Rogers for a U.S. Senate seat in Michigan, posted the messages on Saturday after Vice President JD Vance criticized him at a rally in Ohio over what Vance described as El-Sayed's stated adherence to Sharia law. El-Sayed's response did not address the substance of Vance's criticism. Instead, he turned to Vance's wife. "So do we think JD is taking Usha with him back in time to meet Papaw, or no..."…Open

Which streamer has Abdul El-Sayed refused to cut ties with despite political scrutiny?
El-Sayed has refused to cut ties with streamer Hasan Piker. Photos from an August 3 event in Detroit showed El-Sayed talking with Piker at a party for content creators supporting his campaign.
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What specific accusation did a group of Democrats supporting Mike Rogers make against Abdul El-Sayed?
An X account run by Democrats supporting El-Sayed's opponent called him "sexist and misogynistic," referencing primary-season advertisements that made similar claims against him.
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How did Republican Rep. Brandon Gill respond to El-Sayed's posts on X?
Rep. Brandon Gill, R-Texas, responded on X by asking, "Why does Abdulrahman Mohamed El-Sayed just assume that all White midwestern grandparents are racist?"
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What was the nature of the backlash against Abdul El-Sayed's social media posts regarding Usha Vance?
El-Sayed drew backlash for a post that referenced Second Lady Usha Vance's Indian ethnicity and asked a sarcastic question regarding whether Vice President JD Vance was taking her back in time to meet his grandfather. Critics interpreted the post as implying that Vance's white, working-class family would have rejected his wife based on her race.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Jack Newsome) - Bull calf dubbed 'Moodini' escapes through San Antonio Walmart lot and into drainage tunnel

A loose bull calf led San Antonio animal care officers and police on a chase through a Walmart parking lot and into an underground drainage tunnel before officers finally corralled the animal into a livestock trailer. San Antonio Animal Care Services nicknamed the young bull "Moodini" after the calf was first spotted wandering toward a […] The post Bull calf dubbed 'Moodini' escapes through San Antonio Walmart lot and into drainage tunnel appeared first on American Almanac .

A loose bull calf led San Antonio animal care officers and police on a chase through a Walmart parking lot and into an underground drainage tunnel before officers finally corralled the animal into a livestock trailer. San Antonio Animal Care Services nicknamed the young bull "Moodini" after the calf was first spotted wandering toward a Walmart in the 1200 block of Southeast Military Drive on the city's south side. San Antonio police officers responded and tried to herd the animal out of traffic and into a nearby green space, but Moodini had other plans. ACS said in a news release that the calf "quickly hoofed it underground into a large drainage tunnel" before stopping to rest inside. Animal care officers eventually removed the calf from…Open

What is the legal status of livestock roaming free in San Antonio?
According to ACS, livestock cannot legally roam free in San Antonio.
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Were there any reported injuries, property damage, or traffic incidents during the chase of the bull calf?
No injuries, property damage, or traffic incidents were reported during the chase.
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What actions did San Antonio police officers take when they responded to the loose bull calf?
San Antonio police officers tried to herd the animal out of traffic and into a nearby green space.
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What happened to a bull calf in San Antonio that led to it being nicknamed "Moodini"?
A bull calf nicknamed "Moodini" by San Antonio Animal Care Services escaped through a Walmart parking lot and into an underground drainage tunnel before being corralled by officers and loaded into a livestock trailer.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Charles McAdams) - TLC's 'Double Lives of Suburban Wives' star says adult-content side hustle cost her nursing facility job

A 37-year-old Missouri mother of four says she was fired from her job at a skilled nursing facility after her employer discovered she had spent years secretly creating adult content, and she insists she would do it all again. Heather Boyd, who appears on TLC's "Double Lives of Suburban Wives," told Fox News Digital that […] The post TLC's 'Double Lives of Suburban Wives' star says adult-content side hustle cost her nursing facility job appeared first on American Almanac .

A 37-year-old Missouri mother of four says she was fired from her job at a skilled nursing facility after her employer discovered she had spent years secretly creating adult content, and she insists she would do it all again. Heather Boyd, who appears on TLC's "Double Lives of Suburban Wives," told Fox News Digital that her hidden career under the alias "Hella Hot Wife" ran for roughly six years before her employer found out. The show, which follows six St. Louis-area couples balancing conventional family lives with secret adult-content businesses, airs Sundays at 10 p.m. ET/PT on TLC. Boyd did not name her former employer, and the details of how the company learned about her side business remain unclear. What she did make plain is that…Open

Does Heather Boyd regret her decision to participate in the TLC show or her adult-content career?
No, she expressed that she does not regret doing the show and stated she is glad she did it. She also indicated she would do the adult-content work all over again despite the loss of her nursing facility job.
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How did Heather Boyd and her husband, Shawn Boyd, manage to keep her side business a secret from their four children?
They converted a room in their home into a locked workspace. Shawn told the children the room was off-limits because it served as his wife's office and contained expensive equipment.
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How did Heather Boyd's adult-content business begin?
The venture began after the birth of Boyd's fourth child when she was struggling with her self-image. Her husband, Shawn Boyd, who works for a milk company, suggested an experiment involving an X account where the couple would post photos for fun. After a first photo received over 1,000 likes overnight, she began posting content and eventually earned income through a referral link to an adult-content platform.
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Who is Heather Boyd and what is her connection to the TLC show "Double Lives of Suburban Wives"?
Heather Boyd is a 37-year-old mother of four from Missouri who appears on the TLC show "Double Lives of Suburban Wives." The show follows six couples in the St. Louis area who balance conventional family lives with secret adult-content businesses.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Ken Jacobs) - Meghan Markle loses Guy Ritchie casting after fierce British backlash, royal biographer says

Meghan Markle's planned return to acting hit a wall before it started, royal biographer Tina Brown says the Duchess of Sussex was dropped from a Guy Ritchie Netflix series after British opposition made the casting "untenable." Brown, the former editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair and the New Yorker, wrote on her "Fresh Hell" Substack that the […] The post Meghan Markle loses Guy Ritchie casting after fierce British backlash, royal biographer says appeared first on American Almanac .

Meghan Markle's planned return to acting hit a wall before it started, royal biographer Tina Brown says the Duchess of Sussex was dropped from a Guy Ritchie Netflix series after British opposition made the casting "untenable." Brown, the former editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair and the New Yorker, wrote on her "Fresh Hell" Substack that the decision came swiftly. Just one day after reports surfaced that Markle was in early talks to join Season 3 of "The Gentlemen," the opportunity evaporated. Fox News Digital reported on the reversal, noting that neither Archewell, the Sussexes' organization, nor Brown had responded to requests for comment. The timeline was remarkably compressed. On Friday, word leaked that Markle was being considered for a…Open

What is the current status of the Sussexes' Netflix agreement following their initial 2020 deal?
Last year, the couple signed a new "first-look" agreement with Netflix, which was widely considered to be a downgrade from the original deal.
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What was the nature of the Netflix deal signed by Harry and Meghan in 2020?
The couple signed a deal with Netflix in 2020 for multiple projects following their decision to step back from royal duties and their move to California.
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What are the annual costs associated with the Sussexes' Montecito estate?
The annual costs for the Montecito estate reportedly top $650,000.
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What was the specific timeline regarding the reported casting talks for Meghan Markle in the Guy Ritchie Netflix series?
Reports leaked on a Friday that Markle was being considered for a role in the yet-to-be-announced third season of "The Gentlemen," and by Saturday, Brown reported that the casting had been pulled entirely.
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