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Was reflecting on what I was doing 25 years ago today in my journal. Since we didn't have "social media" as it exists today, I was probably refreshing this Metafilter thread, an interesting time capsule that I see has been mentioned in a lot of other places today. www.metafilter.com/10034/Plane-...

Plane crashes in to the word trade center.

Plane crashes in to the word trade center. Apologies for not linking to anything besides the main CNN page but there are no full stories on this yet. The plane crashed into the building about six...

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According to FBRef, Austin FC has taken 260 shots (97 on target) this season, with only SKC having taken fewer shots. On the defensive side, they've allowed the 3rd most shots in MLS, with 394 (150 on target).

Austin FC: 260 shots taken (97 on target)

Austin FC: 394 shots allowed (150 on target)

The False Nine @thefalsenine.bsky.social · last wk.

We are all in #AustinFC purgatory right now.

purgatory definition

2 a place or condition of suffering or torment, esp one that is temporary

Fun fact: when you stop the ball while on a quick counter, you allow the defense to organize

Second verse. Same as the first. This may be as good as it gets for #AustinFC.

Tim Thompson@timothompson.bsky.social · last wk.

I Rest My Case Meme

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Žan Kolmanič plays his best games vs. Colorado. Not sure if we’ll see a result from it though. #AustinFC

Žan Kolmanič plays his best games vs. Colorado. Not sure if we’ll see a result from it though. #AustinFC

Tim Thompson@timothompson.bsky.social · 2w ago

Why do Ukrainian refs named Sergii hate to give yellow cards?

Austin FC gets their second Sergii in a row (and second Ukrainian ref in a row) as head ref for tomorrow's game vs. Colorado. REF: Sergii Demianchuk AR1: Jose Da Silva AR2: Nick Balcer 4TH: Elton Garcia VAR: Edvin Jurisevic AVAR: Joshua Patlak www.timbers.com/news/ptfc-fo...

American Library Association @amlibraryassoc.bsky.social · 2w ago

PTFC for Peace | Ukrainian referee Sergii Demianchuk honored to mix his love of soccer with his pride for his homeland | PTFC

PORTLAND, Ore. – When the Portland Timbers and Thorns FC players join together Wednesday evening at Providence Park to play in the PTFC for Peace charity match – a game benefiting UNICEF USA to raise ...

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Libraries in Indiana rely on E-Rate for affordable internet. And Indiana communities rely on those libraries. The FCC's new E-Rate proposals could cut that connection: www.indystar.com/story/entert... Tell Congress to #SaveOurERate: action.ala.org/campaign/sav... Learn more: ala.org/erate

The federal program keeping libraries online? The FCC might gut it

The FCC wants a "top-to-bottom" review of a program funding library internet access, sparking fears of service cuts for many communities.

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Somewhat flat performance by Austin FC. Limited San Jose’s chances. Still could have won if not for a VAR call. 1-1 is probably a fair result. Sorry for those who have to rewatch it though.

VAR the difference in the game. #AustinFC

Jenny Cohn @jennycohn.bsky.social · 3w ago

Guilherme Biro and Myrto Uzuni (injured) are both one yellow card away from a suspension. #AustinFC

Caution Accumulation Warnings
As of September 3, 2026
The following players are one caution away from suspension/fine:
• Lucas Hoyos, ATL
• Guilherme Biro, ATX
• Myrto Uzuni, ATX

Holy shit, they hope to use this in the midterms: “The U.S. Postal Service is poised to launch a hastily built, error-riddled computer system that could jeopardize the process of mail voting relied upon by 1/3 of all voters, according to a whistleblower…” 9/1/26 share.google/hDbTZDK74GrF...

Whistleblower raises concerns about untested USPS election technology

New USPS rules tied to Trump executive order could threaten timely delivery of mail ballots, whistleblower claims.

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Does Messi have 4 goals or an own goal by Montreal’s Petrasso on the deflection of his free kick? MLS Soccer and Opta are in dispute right now.

How do we explain that FOX Sports and MLS reported Messi scored four goals and provided one assist yesterday, while outlets like SofaScore and even FotMob recorded only three goals and one assist?
The dispute came from Messi's first free kick, which seemed to touch Petrasso, a Montréal player, leading some outlets to classify it as a deflection. However, it wasn't a heavy deflection and should be credited to Messi as his goal.
Thanks to MLS for not depriving Messi of his goal.

Sofascore, powered by Opta, gives Messi 3 goals

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For everyone asking about the 4th goal, at the moment our official stat provider (Opta) are crediting Inter Miami's second goal as an own goal.
We'll let you know if anything changes on that front!

Via @benwright.bsky.social on X. No red card for Nashville’s Eddi Tagseth for a studs to the ankle challenge on Evander. Considering JoRo’s lesser challenge vs. Toluca’s Pereira was a red, seems like @proreferees.bsky.social VAR officials are being a little inconsistent.

"This is a clear red card. VAR has to call the referee to review a play like this."
Evander frustrated with the decision not to send off Eddi Tagseth for what was a really high boot to his shin.

Ben Wright @benwright • 24m
I asked PRO about the call afterwards, and... well... the answer wasn't particularly enlightening.
Aug 29, 2026
Nashville SC vs FC Cincinnati
The submitted question:
In the 79th minute, Nashville midfielder Eddi Tagseth was shown a yellow card for a foul on Evander. Replays showed his studs very high on Evander's ankle - could you explain the decision not to recommend an on-field review for a potential red card?
...
The response to the submitted question:
The VAR checked the footage and deemed the challenge was reckless and no clear and obvious error existed on the on field decision.
VAR did not recommend a review.

Evander on IG: “And the referee even said to me that his foot was not high enough”

Props to Davy Arnaud for getting 3 great performances out of this Austin FC team in a packed game week. And the players who remain seem to be bought in.

Tim Thompson@timothompson.bsky.social · 3w ago

More information about the Texas suspense list here. TLDR If you get to the polls and realize you’re on the list: - Voting in same county: Complete a statement of residence form to confirm or update address. - New county: You may be required to cast a provisional ballot. youtu.be/KFQsD8air48?...

Here’s what to do if you’re on the Texas voter suspense list

YouTube video by The Dallas Morning News

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If you’re in Texas, check your voter registration here. goelect.txelections.civixapps.com/ivis-mvp-ui/...

The New Republic@newrepublic.com · 3w ago

If you’re in Texas, check your voter registration here. goelect.txelections.civixapps.com/ivis-mvp-ui/...

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OVER 1.2M people in Texas have had their voter registrations suspended—many might not even know about it. newrepublic.com/post/214832/...