Monday, August 31, 2026
Novak Djokovic upset by Mariano Navone, out in US Open 1st round
sportsNovak Djokovic upset by Mariano Navone, out in US Open 1st round
39‑year‑old Djokovic loses in five sets to Mariano Navone, 7‑6(5), 5‑7, 4‑6, 6‑2, 6‑1, his earliest major exit in 20 years
nytimes.com
Hugo Awards winners announced at LAcon V
writersHugo Awards winners announced at LAcon V
LAcon V awarded Hugos including Murderbot (Best Dramatic Short Form) and Sinners (Best Dramatic Presentation, Long Form).
Venus Williams forced into late‑night US Open start after marathon match
sportsVenus Williams forced into late‑night US Open start after marathon match
Venus Williams' first‑round match vs Sofia Kenin began after midnight following Djokovic's long night, prompting scheduling criticism
sportskeeda.com
Pokémon World Championships 2027 set for Singapore
gamingPokémon World Championships 2027 set for Singapore
Pokémon confirms World Championships will be held at Singapore Expo, Aug 13, 15, 2027
Pokémon: Wild Card announced, teaser debuts
moviesPokémon: Wild Card announced, teaser debuts
New animated Pokémon film 'Pokémon: Wild Card' announced at the 2026 Worlds, follows a TCG player and Mimikyu, due 2027
animenewsnetwork.com
Lanterns Episode 3 centers John Stewart origin
comicsLanterns Episode 3 centers John Stewart origin
Episode 3 'OutKast' gives John Stewart a full origin story, reframing his character and drawing wide praise
Star Wars: Zero Company earns strong early player praise
gamingStar Wars: Zero Company earns strong early player praise
Players call Star Wars: Zero Company 'fun as hell', tactical XCOM‑style combat and writing singled out in early impressions
