Never-before-seen footage unearthed! How Ted Williams' hitting philosophy holds up in 2026
MLB 2026: Ted Williams, Joey Votto and the art of hitting - ESPN
After finding a lost debate between the greatest hitter ever and a Hall of Fame teammate, we had a modern star explain how the takes hold up in today's MLB.
https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49639131/mlb-2026-ted-williams-joey-votto-hitting-conversation-boston-red-sox-hall-fame-modern-game
Garmin Watches Are Up to $250 Off Right Now On Amazon (2026)
Garmin Watches Are Up to $250 Off Right Now On Amazon (2026) | WIRED
I’ve tested almost every Garmin watch—some of my favorites are steeply discounted right now.
https://www.wired.com/story/garmin-deals-august-2026/
Save up to $300 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass until August 21
Save up to $300 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass until August 21 | TechCrunch
If you’ve been circling around Disrupt, then now’s the best time to lock in your pass and start getting ready to join the rest of the startup community gathering in San Francisco from October 13-15 at Moscone West!
https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/18/save-up-to-300-on-your-techcrunch-disrupt-2026-pass-until-august-21/
Etched’s valuation doubles to $21B in a month
Etched's valuation doubles to $21B in a month | TechCrunch
Jane Street has installed Etched's first shipped AI cluster system, and was so impressed, it led another massive round, the startup says.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/18/etcheds-valuation-doubles-to-21b-in-a-month/
Jets' Hall out 2-3 weeks, expected to play opener
Jets RB Hall expected to miss 2-3 weeks, be ready for opener - ESPN
Jets starting running back Breece Hall will miss two to three weeks with a groin strain but is expected to be "ready for the regular season," coach Aaron Glenn said Tuesday.
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49649065/jets-rb-hall-expected-miss-2-3-weeks-ready-opener
2026 FC 100: Kane, Yamal, Messi among best men's soccer players
2026 FC 100: Kane, Yamal, Messi among best men's soccer players - ESPN
Before the 2026-27 season kicks off across Europe this weekend, it's time to rank the top 100 players in the world of men's soccer, including those who starred at the World Cup this summer. Welcome to the FC 100.
https://www.espn.com/soccer/story/_/id/49609872/2026-fc-100-kane-yamal-messi-best-mens-soccer-players
Reach Capital raises $265M Fund V to back AI founders building to ‘expand human potential’
Reach Capital raises $265M Fund V to back AI founders building to 'expand human potential' | TechCrunch
Reach Capital announced Tuesday an oversubscribed $265M Fund V.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/18/reach-capital-raises-265m-fund-v-to-back-ai-founders-building-to-expand-human-potential/
Meta faces 29-state trial that could reshape Instagram and Facebook
Meta faces 29-state trial that could reshape Instagram and Facebook - CNA
A coalition of states suing Meta Platforms over claims Facebook and Instagram were designed in ways that harmed young users' mental health will begin making its case on Tuesday (Aug 18) in California federal court in a trial that could reshape some of the most popular apps on the planet.Attorne..
https://www.channelnewsasia.com/world/meta-faces-29-state-trial-could-reshape-instagram-and-facebook-6325701
Save up to $300 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass until August 21
Save up to $300 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass until August 21 | TechCrunch
If you’ve been circling around Disrupt, then now’s the best time to lock in your pass and start getting ready to join the rest of the startup community gathering in San Francisco from October 13-15 at Moscone West!
https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/17/save-up-to-300-on-your-techcrunch-disrupt-2026-pass-until-august-21/
Preseason AP poll reaction: What's next for each Top 25 team
AP college football preseason poll reaction: What's next for each Top 25 team - ESPN
A look at the preseason Top 25.
https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/49630375/ap-college-football-2026-preseason-poll-reaction
Ohio State, Oregon start 1-2 in AP preseason poll
Ohio State, Oregon headline preseason AP college football poll - ESPN
Ohio State and Oregon were 1-2 in the AP Top 25, giving the Big Ten Conference the top two teams in the preseason rankings for the first time in 65 years
https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/49639557/ohio-state-oregon-headline-preseason-ap-college-football-poll
Terra Industries closes $52M seed round to build defense infrastructure for the Global South
Terra Industries closes $52M seed round to build defense infrastructure for the Global South | TechCrunch
African defense tech company Terra Industries announced an additional $18 million in funding, bringing its seed round to $52 million.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/17/terra-industries-closes-52m-seed-round-to-build-defense-infrastructure-for-the-global-south/
Wispr raises $280M at $2B valuation as it looks beyond dictation
Wispr raises $280M at $2B valuation as it looks beyond dictation | TechCrunch
Wispr’s total funding is now over $361 million.
https://techcrunch.com/2026/08/17/wispr-raises-280m-at-2b-valuation-as-it-looks-beyond-dictation/
NFL Future Power Rankings: We stacked all 32 teams based on expectations for 2027 to 2029
NFL Future Power Rankings: 2027-29 projections for 32 teams - ESPN
How might all 32 NFL franchises stack up beyond 2026? Our forward-looking ranking factors in each team's future QB, roster, front office and coaching situations.
https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49582613/2026-nfl-future-power-rankings-projections-32-teams-roster-coaching-quarterback
CookUnity Prepared Meal Delivery Review (2026): Chef-Centric Meals
CookUnity Prepared Meal Delivery Review (2026): Chef-Centric Meals | WIRED
In a world filled with mediocre ready-to-eat meals, CookUnity is the first I’ve tried that feels like real cooking. Not every meal hits, but enough do.
https://www.wired.com/review/cookunity-prepared-meal-delivery-2026/
