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Iran And Oman Working To Control Strait Of Hormuz, Shaky Ceasefire Still Holding

The U.S. and Iran aren't exchanging blows as Trump says he's given his final chance at a deal, and the strait remains the most urgent sticking point. The post Iran And Oman Working To Control Strait O...

Event Tracker • Aug 4, 2026 • Howard Altman
PC Gaming Aug 4, 2026

The demo for 500 FINGER FILLET taught me that none of you should let me anywhere near a kitchen knife, also can someone call a doctor

I have learned something about myself today: I shouldn't be allowed near kitchen utensils. This is a problem because I...

Technology Aug 4, 2026

The Sound of Inevitability

Article URL: https://www.panoptica.com/the-sound-of-inevitability/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=4...

NFL Aug 4, 2026

49ers' Stribling Surges in Chaotic Offensive Rookie of the Year Market

Training camp injuries and uncertain roles have turned the Offensive Rookie of the Year market into a wide-open betting ...

Technology Aug 4, 2026

Blackmail Fail (2013)

Article URL: https://gwern.net/blackmail Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49172597 Points: 4 # Commen...

NFL Aug 4, 2026

49ers rookie Jaden Dugger… the pass rusher?

Jaden Dugger is cross-training as a pass rusher amid the injuries

NFL Aug 4, 2026

Cowboys TE Princeton Fant Suffered Multi-Ligament Knee Injury

Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer announced that TE Princeton Fant tore both his ACL and MCL, per Jon Machota. It’s ...

NFL Aug 4, 2026

2026 Fantasy Football Full PPR Rankings: Consensus top running backs

Here are our consensus RB fantasy football PPR rankings for 2026.

Technology Aug 4, 2026

Gaza's Deadly Soil

Article URL: https://www.nybooks.com/online/2026/07/22/gazas-deadly-soil/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/it...

NFL Aug 4, 2026

Packers Training Camp: Jordan Morgan looks like a starting left tackle

Jordan Morgan drew praise at Green Bay Packers camp on Tuesday for his performance in one-on-ones

Technology Aug 4, 2026

Why some people mow a lawn better than others

Article URL: https://pudding.cool/2026/06/mow/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49172550 Points: 17 #...

Technology Aug 4, 2026

Show HN: cMCP, deny an AI agent's tool call and get a signed receipt

Article URL: https://github.com/agentrust-io/cmcp Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49172545 Points: 4...

NFL Aug 4, 2026

Falcons sign DT Marlon Tuipulotu

Veteran defensive tackle Marlon Tuipulotu is headed to Atlanta.

NFL Aug 4, 2026

Falcons sign DT Marlon Tuipulotu

Veteran defensive tackle Marlon Tuipulotu is headed to Atlanta.

Technology Aug 4, 2026

The Judgment Reservoir

Article URL: https://shannph.com/writing/the-judgment-reservoir/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=491...

Technology Aug 4, 2026

Haters

Article URL: https://www.paulgraham.com/fh.html Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49172534 Points: 14 ...

NFL Aug 4, 2026

Cardinals Announce QB Carson Beck To Start HOF Game

The Arizona Cardinals announced that third-round QB Carson Beck will start for them in Thursday’s Hall of Fame Gam...

NFL Aug 4, 2026

Falcons Sign DT Marlon Tuipulotu

The Atlanta Falcons announced they have signed DT Marlon Tuipulotu to a contract. In correspondence, the Falcons have pl...

NFL Aug 4, 2026

Hard Knocks 2026: Schedule, start time, TV info, what to watch as viral show follows Seahawks preseason after Super Bowl LX win

Hard Knocks will feature the reigning Super Bowl champions for just the second time ever.

NFL Aug 4, 2026

2026 Fantasy Football Full PPR Rankings: Consensus top wide receivers

Here are our consensus WR fantasy football PPR rankings for 2026.

NFL Aug 4, 2026

Former Steelers cornerback retires from NFL

A former Steelers cornerback has retired from the NFL.

NFL Aug 4, 2026

2026 Fantasy Football Full PPR Rankings: Consensus top tight ends

Here are our consensus TE fantasy football PPR rankings for 2026.

PC Gaming Aug 4, 2026

Dungeons & Dragons: World of Warcraft Crossover Is Up for Preorder

World of Warcraft is making its way into Dungeons & Dragons this November, and preorders are live.

NFL Aug 4, 2026

Patriots training camp notebook: Big receivers shine in late-game situations

The Patriots held their ninth training practice on Tuesday, August 4.

Technology Aug 4, 2026

AI Data Centers Are Driving Up Power Bills – This Map Shows Where

Article URL: https://www.gadgetreview.com/ai-data-centers-are-driving-up-power-bills-this-map-shows-where Comments URL:...

Technology Aug 4, 2026

Hop.earth – OpenStreetMap based car racing game

Article URL: https://hop.earth/?server=lkhr7&route=fQ5nuu9R Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49172405...

PC Gaming Aug 4, 2026

Today’s Top Deals: Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake, LEGO Mineral Collection, Zelda Art Book

Plus, grab a $9 GameSir controller and save on PS5 and PC games.

NFL Aug 4, 2026

Senate vote is not guaranteed this week on Protect College Sports Act

Last week's deal that got the Big Ten and the SEC behind the Protect College Sports Act prompted optimism that the bill ...

PC Gaming Aug 4, 2026

A Nun With A Gun Is Everyone’s Favorite Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave Character

'So anyway, I started blasting.' — Anatoila, probably.

NFL Aug 4, 2026

Jets TE Sadiq sidelined after hernia setback

Jets rookie tight end Kenyon Sadiq is expected to miss time after suffering a setback from hernia surgery in May, coach ...