NOAA to hold public meetings on California Coastal Management Program

Public invited to provide input on the state’s coastal management program and performance evaluation

https://oceanservice.noaa.gov/news/aug26/czma-public-meetings.html

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Iran Issues List of Demands, Dampening Hopes of Reopening Strait of Hormuz
The head of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council said that the Strait of Hormuz would remain closed until the United States met certain conditions.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/08/world/middleeast/iran-us-oman-strait-of-hormuz.html

New Amazon Data Center Stokes Worry It Would Be the Most Polluting Power Plant in the U.S.
The tech giant is investing in the natural-gas-burning power plant as part of a huge data center in Texas, even as it pledges to honor climate commitments.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/08/climate/amazon-data-center-texas-pollution.html

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Robotic Screw and Bolt Sorter Seeks a New Challenge
As someone who disassembles and repairs hardware, [Aad] eventually ended up with a huge collection of mixed bolts and screws. This led to creating the automatic bolt and screw sorting …read more
https://hackaday.com/2026/08/08/robotic-screw-and-bolt-sorter-seeks-a-new-challenge/

The Halo Video Game Remake Proves One Thing About Any Future Adaptation
Halo: Campaign Evolved suggests that a 'definitive' Halo movie or TV adaptation isn't advisable and the best approach is to try something new instead.
https://www.slashfilm.com/2230951/halo-video-game-remake-perfect-adaptation/

The Halo Video Game Remake Proves One Thing About Any Future Adaptation
Halo: Campaign Evolved suggests that a 'definitive' Halo movie or TV adaptation isn't advisable and the best approach is to try something new instead.
https://www.slashfilm.com/2230951/halo-video-game-remake-perfect-adaptation/

The U.S. Is Burning Through Weapons in Iran. Russia and China Are Taking Note.
The Iran war has depleted U.S. weapons stockpiles, resulting in a significant erosion of firepower. A more drawn-out Iran conflict benefits Moscow and Beijing, some analysts say.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/08/us/politics/pentagon-weapons-stockpiles-china-russia.html

Alan Hale Jr. Starred In A Legendary TV Actor's Western Series For 6 Episodes
Calling all Hale Heads! We've got another red hot Alan Hale Jr. story for you! Did you know the Skipper popped up in 6 episodes of this Western TV series?
https://www.slashfilm.com/2230676/alan-hale-jr-legendary-tv-actor-rory-calhoun-western-series-the-texan/

Alan Hale Jr. Starred In A Legendary TV Actor's Western Series For 6 Episodes
Calling all Hale Heads! We've got another red hot Alan Hale Jr. story for you! Did you know the Skipper popped up in 6 episodes of this Western TV series?
https://www.slashfilm.com/2230676/alan-hale-jr-legendary-tv-actor-rory-calhoun-western-series-the-texan/

In Confirming Blanche, Senators Endorse a Justice Dept. Under Trump’s Sway
Time and again, Todd Blanche has made it clear that he believes President Trump possesses a nearly limitless right to directly control the actions of the Justice Department.
https://www.nytimes.com/2026/08/08/us/politics/blanche-attorney-general-doj-trump-power.html

Before One Night Only, Callum Turner Starred In An A24 Horror Flop That Deserved Better
Long before Callum Turner starred in One Night Only, he appeared in this A24 horror movie flop that's since become a bit of a cult favorite.
https://www.slashfilm.com/2230876/one-night-only-callum-turner-a24-horror-flop-green-room/