Eye drops recalled over possible contamination, FDA reports
2026-08-21
The FDA reported that bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief have been recalled over potential contamination., Read More NBC NewsContinue Reading
Stocks and Bonds Steady at the End of a Tumultuous Week
2026-08-21
Fears about the war in Iran, government deficits, the economy and corporate borrowing stirred global markets…Continue Reading
Media News Daily: Top Stories for 08/21/2026
2026-08-21
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CFTC Chair Says Crypto Rules Will Advance Without CLARITY Act
2026-08-21
CFTC Chair Michael Selig says the agency is prepared to advance crypto market structure rules even if Congress fails to pass the CLARITY Act. With a key Senate vote approaching, the CFTC is also expanding its focus on digital assets, AI-related derivatives and emerging commodity markets…Continue Reading
Fury says fight with Joshua looks unlikely with venue yet to be agreed
2026-08-21
The all-British, much anticipated boxing showdown between Fury and Joshua was scheduled for November., Fury says fight with Joshua looks unlikely with venue yet to be agreed The all-British, much anticipated boxing showdown between Fury and Joshua was scheduled for November. Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has said hisContinue Reading
Manchester City’s Maresca admits he needs time as Bournemouth visit in EPL
2026-08-21
Enzo Maresca replaced Pep Guardiola between seasons but says Man City may need patience before more trophies arrive., Manchester City’s Maresca admits he needs time as Bournemouth visit in EPL Enzo Maresca replaced Pep Guardiola between seasons, but says Man City may need patience before more trophies arrive. Enzo MarescaContinue Reading
Pine64 stops making Linux devices as AI inflates component costs
2026-08-21
If you’ve been eyeing up one of PINE64‘s Linux-friendly single-board computers, phones or tablets, now would be a good time to buy one. The open-hardware company has announced it will not be “producing more Linux devices” for the time being, and expects its existing stock of certain devices, including theContinue Reading
New ‘Slack Code’ turns AI coding into a team activity
2026-08-21
With the launch of “Slack Code” channels, Slack this week introduced a new way for developers and non-tech staff to work collaboratively with coding agents. While Slack already integrates with several coding agents, developers have to interact with them independently to get work done. The aim of Slack Code isContinue Reading
OpenAI adds an AI safety layer to detect misuse without retaining enterprise data
2026-08-21
OpenAI is adding a new safety capability that allows enterprises to detect misuse of its AI systems across multiple interactions without retaining prompts or responses, enabling risk monitoring while preserving its Zero Data Retention (ZDR) commitments. “OpenAI does not retain…prompts or model responses after a request is processed,” the company said inContinue Reading
From robot dogs to helpers, China puts robotics ambitions on display at world conference
2026-08-21
BEIJING (AP) — Do you want to see whether a robot can fold a piece of cloth? Interested in getting a robot dog or even a humanoid robot that could offer some emotional support? Or perhaps you just want to watch robots boxing and dancing? Come to Beijing. China kickedContinue Reading
China successfully recovers rocket stage on land for the first time
2026-08-21
BEIJING (AP) — China has successfully recaptured the first stage of a rocket on land for the first time, state media reported Wednesday, as the country seeks to advance its space program. Although this marks China’s first successful recovery on land, it is the second time the country has recoveredContinue Reading
China rejects US claim that Myanmar analyst wrongfully detained
2026-08-21
Min Zin was arrested on June 3 after the Chinese government invited him to attend a conference., Min Zin was arrested on June 3 after the Chinese government invited him to attend a conference. China has denied a claim by Washington that it has wrongfully detained a United States citizen.Continue Reading
US allies in Asia wary as The Traitor moves military assets for Iran war
2026-08-21
Allies worry about the US ability to deter China, even if the bulk of US forces remain in the region., United States allies in Asia are watching warily as Washington scales back some military assets in the region to meet demands in the Middle East, where the US-Israel war onContinue Reading