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Aug 27, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Meta faces an $18 billion settlement to implement child safety measures on Facebook and Instagram, ending a lawsuit over teen addiction. NVIDIA reported record quarterly earnings driven by strong AI chip demand, projecting significant future growth. In legal news, closing arguments are expected in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, who is charged with killing her three children. Additionally, Olympic skater Alyssa Liu announced a season break, while actor Tim Curry died at age 80.

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Mattress Firm ad and show intro Meta settles teen addiction lawsuit for $18B NVIDIA reports record AI chip earnings Lindsay Clancy trial testimony concludes Alyssa Liu takes season off; Puerto Rico drought Actor Tim Curry dies at age 80 Next Atlantic storm to be named Dolly
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