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The 2026 Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards have announced their finalists, marking a record-breaking year with over 10,000 submissions from 112 countries. The competition, which uses humor to foster empathy for wildlife, features 91 images displayed in London. Winners will be revealed on 8 December.
Nikon's Small World In Motion invites global entries to showcase micro-life on film. The winner, Dr Ning Xu of Tsinghua University, magnified a sample 100× to reveal cilia in the airways of a child with a rare genetic disease, using colored light waves; runners-up included a roundworm vs. a single-celled organism and jellyfish larvae in droplets, with other notable clips like bioluminescent algae and a tiny sea slug.
Hyrox faced backlash after Joanna Wietrzyk defecated on herself during a Beijing race yet was allowed to finish and win; co-founder Moritz Fürste apologized for not acting sooner and Hyrox said new rules and procedures have been put in place to prevent similar incidents, though specifics were not disclosed.
TechSideline has launched a VT vs. ODU score-prediction contest for 2026. Hokie fans can register and submit final scores plus a tiebreaker (Ethan Grunkemeyer passing yards) without needing a paid subscription. Entries close Sept. 12 at 12:00 PM ET, with weekly and season-long competitions; to win the season-long prize, participants must predict at least 80% of Virginia Tech games. As of now, 1,793 entries have been submitted.
Lululemon’s incoming CEO Heidi O’Neill takes the helm amid a brutal quarter: North America sales fell 12%, the full-year outlook was cut again, and shares hit an eight-year low after about a 20% plunge. The brand is losing heat as leggings sales dropped about 20%, and a China promo that used a Japanese drum sparked backlash and hurt momentum. Analysts say the company faces a crowded, competitive activewear market and a drifting brand image; O’Neill must reorient product, marketing and international growth to win back younger shoppers who are flocking to Alo, FP Movement and Vuori. Investors will be looking for a clear turnaround plan centered on stronger product innovation, tighter assortment, and disciplined discounting to stabilize and regrow growth.
Elizabeth Smart shared a video of her recent bodybuilding competition, posting that she had 'such a blast'—even though she placed bottom in both Masters 35+ and Open Class D—emphasizing that simply stepping on stage is a win for her. The 38-year-old mother and advocate, who was abducted at 14, uses her platform to highlight resiliency and her ongoing work helping missing persons and abuse survivors, noting that her upbringing and past experiences influence her willingness to publicly share her journey.
Elizabeth Smart, the kidnapping survivor and children's advocate, competed in the NPC North American Championships in Pittsburgh, placing last in both Masters 35+ and Open Class D, but she framed the experience as a win, praising her coach and support network and highlighting bodybuilding as part of her healing journey.
Updates to Google Maps and Apple Maps have intensified the rivalry, with many users arguing Apple Maps is catching up or even better in some cases; viral posts and early history of Apple urging alternatives fuel the debate, while Google still leads in speed outside the US, keeping the competition fierce.
Hospitals that own Medicare Advantage plans—the so-called payviders—now cover about one in six MA enrollees, a shift that can improve care coordination but also risks gaming risk‑adjustment payments and harming competition. Early data show affiliated plans often charge higher premiums and price marks vs. non‑affiliated plans, though some observed benefits include fewer prior authorizations and better care coordination; much remains unknown about the net effects on costs, taxpayer expenditures, and patient access.
Green Bay Packers cornerback Keisean Nixon says he doesn’t know why his starting job is in jeopardy and believes he’s being “punished,” but he intends to keep competing and “attack” the challenge. Coach Matt LaFleur says the team is evaluating the competition on fundamentals like assignment accuracy and tackling. Nixon, a four-year veteran who’s been a frequent starter and All-Pro returner, is in the final year of his extension and faces questions after recent tackling concerns and a high-profile goal-line miscue, as Green Bay prepares for the Sept. 13 opener against Minnesota.
McDonald's growth has cooled while Burger King posts stronger US sales and ongoing investments in store revamps, marketing, and value menus, appealing to inflation-weary diners. Analysts say McDonald’s slower execution of a lower-price strategy and broader economic pressures in a K-shaped economy are helping rivals gain share, with Wendy’s, Chili’s, and even convenience-store chains also benefiting from a shift toward cheaper, higher-value options.
UNIC, representing exhibitors across 39 European territories, says the European Commission’s conditional approval of Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery should have gone further, arguing the remedies address only a narrow set of concerns. It highlights risks outside UIP territories and calls for remedies that extend beyond the UIP footprint, including issues like theatrical windows and access to back catalogs. The EC’s rule includes a 10-year ban on co-distribution with Universal in UIP markets within the EEA, but UNIC says broader safeguards are still needed and it will monitor developments in the US for potential European implications.
Venice’s 2026 edition (Sept. 2–12) revealed its full slate across sections, opening with Danny Boyle’s Ink and featuring a robust competition with titles like Company, Possible Love, and other international works, plus a strong documentary program led by projects such as Musk. Notably, only one female-directed film is in the main competition (Woman Unknown), while Venice Days and Orizzonti showcase broader diversity. Golden Lion honors go to George Clooney and Ellen Burstyn.
The European Commission fined Google €890 million ($1 billion) for violating the Digital Markets Act by boosting its own services in Google Search and restricting app developers from offering cheaper options in the Google Play store. The penalties break down into €460 million and €430 million for two separate breaches, reflecting the gravity and duration of non-compliance. This marks Google’s first DMA penalty under the bloc’s competition rules as Brussels intensifies enforcement to level the playing field for rivals.
Nike will cut thousands of online storefronts in China and consolidate sales on its own website/app plus major platforms Tmall, JD.com and Douyin from January, effectively ending online sales by some partners such as Topsports. Nike says the move aims for a more consistent, trusted brand experience and will pair online consolidation with investments in bricks-and-mortar via 16 store partners. China revenue fell 12% year-on-year to $1.3 billion in the quarter, highlighting fierce competition from Adidas, On, Hoka, Salomon and domestic brands Li Ning and Anta.