A popular WWE Superstar is set to address their injury situation tonight on NXT.
The star in question recently competed in a high-stakes title match this past Friday night on SmackDown.
Fans can expect an in-depth update on their condition and what it means for their wrestling future during tonight’s episode. Stay tuned for more details following the announcement.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-major-wwe-star-injured-smackdown-address-situation-nxt
Last year, $10 million was sent to a pre-sale wallet for the hotly anticipated Solana meme coin Slerf. However, the developer accidentally burned the entire amount with a single misclick, announcing the mishap on X with a now-famous message: “Oh fuck.” At the time, the pseudonymous dev, known as Grumpy, posted, “There is nothing I can do to fix this. I’m so fucking sorry.”
Fast forward 19 months, and the Slerf dev has finally refunded every pre-sale participant — but not in the original tokens. Instead, refunds were issued in Solana tokens (SOL) after the meme coin migrated to a new token contract to increase its total supply.
In most industries, burning millions of investor dollars might lead to lawsuits, lost jobs, and reputational damage. But in crypto, this fiasco morphed into a rallying cry for community support. The Slerf token even soared to a peak market cap of $740 million, according to DEX Screener.
“It’s been a roller coaster, to say the least,” Grumpy told Decrypt. “When the burn happened, I honestly had almost no hope of ever recovering the $10 million owed to presalers. It felt like an impossible situation. What kept me going was the community’s response.”
Yesterday, the Slerf team announced on X that they had completed sending in-kind refunds to everyone who participated in the pre-sale. A total of 53,359.62 SOL — equivalent to about $10.3 million — was distributed to 25,444 wallets. These funds were collected through a mix of donations and revenue derived from trading fees.
The refund process took more than a year because the team had to rebuild from scratch. “Every bit of donations, revenue, or support we received was directed straight toward making presalers whole again,” Grumpy explained. “It’s been 1.8 years of persistence, transparency, and commitment, and I couldn’t be more proud of what the community achieved together.”
Many Slerf pre-sale participants celebrated their refunds on X, with one user proclaiming Slerf as “the only memecoin that actually kept its promise.” However, the coin’s market cap today stands just under $30 million, well below its peak.
### How Did We Get Here?
Slerf was a heavily hyped Solana meme coin that raised $10 million in SOL through its pre-sale — a fundraising method popular before launchpads like Pump.fun gained traction. Unfortunately, Grumpy accidentally sent all the funds to an irretrievable address, calling it “the biggest mistake of my life.”
Predictably, many investors were angry. But Grumpy took full accountability, explaining the issue transparently via Twitter Spaces and continually engaging with the community. “It wasn’t easy, but being transparent seemed to resonate with people,” he said. “Over time, that honesty turned what started as outrage into something incredible: a sense of unity and shared purpose. I think that’s what really defined Slerf and its community.”
Since then, Slerf has become deeply embedded in meme coin lore. The initial “oh fuck” tweet has become a cult meme, often copy-pasted across crypto forums by degens.
Thankfully for investors, the story now has a happy ending. “I told you we would complete the 10m in Slerf refunds,” Grumpy posted on X. “Now I am telling you Slerf will be an S-tier memecoin.”
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The Slerf saga is a testament to the volatile, unpredictable nature of crypto — where mistakes can become memes, mishaps evolve into marketing wins, and community perseverance pays off in the end.
https://decrypt.co/345284/solana-meme-coin-slerf-refunds-investors-year-after-burning-10-million
Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson’s relationship reveal during the offseason took the NBA internet by storm.
Fans and followers were quick to react to the surprising news, as the two celebrities come from different worlds yet share a strong connection. The announcement sparked widespread excitement and discussions across social media platforms, highlighting the couple’s chemistry and the impact of their relationship on their respective fanbases.
As the offseason continues, many are eager to see how Megan Thee Stallion and Klay Thompson will navigate their public lives together, both on and off the court. This unexpected pairing has certainly added a new layer of intrigue to the NBA community.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/basketball/news-just-using-klay-thompson-fans-abuzz-megan-thee-stallion-s-high-profile-31-billion-brand-collab-ahead-nba-season-tip
Warner Bros. Discovery announced on Tuesday that it is raising prices across all Max subscription tiers in the United States. This marks the second increase in less than 18 months, as streaming services strive to offset higher content costs and slower subscriber growth.
HBO Max’s ad-supported Basic plan will increase by $1, rising to $10.99 per month. The Standard plan will go up by $1.50, reaching $18.49. Meanwhile, the Premium tier—which offers higher video quality and more simultaneous streams—will jump $2 to $22.99.
These new rates take effect immediately for new subscribers, with existing customers seeing the changes starting November 20.
HBO Max last raised its prices in June 2024, joining other major streamers such as Disney+, Apple TV+, and Netflix, which have all announced price increases in recent months.
The streamer, known for prestige programming, streams hit shows such as *Succession*, *Game of Thrones* and its spin-offs, the Emmy-winning *The White Lotus*, and the DC Comics-based *Peacemaker*.
At last month’s Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference, WBD CEO David Zaslav stated that he believes HBO Max is “underpriced.” He added, “We’re not trying to be everything to everybody. And the fact that this is quality, and that’s true across our company—Motion Picture, TV production, and streaming quality—we think that gives us a chance to raise price.”
The price hike comes as Warner Bros. Discovery considers an outright sale, following unsolicited interest from other media companies, the company said. This potential deal would represent the latest shakeup in the legacy media landscape.
https://www.staradvertiser.com/2025/10/21/breaking-news/hbo-max-hikes-prices-in-u-s-for-second-time-in-less-than-18-months/
A candidate who stands out for his monomania, double standards, and affinity for extremists.
Such traits raise important questions about his suitability for leadership. His singular focus, coupled with inconsistent principles, may hinder balanced decision-making. Moreover, aligning closely with extremist groups could polarize communities and undermine social cohesion.
Voters should carefully consider these factors when evaluating his candidacy and the potential implications for governance.
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/21/opinion/zohran-mamdani-israel-gaza-jewish.html
Tesla’s range-topping electric vehicle (EV) remains as quick as ever. Despite any updates or changes, its impressive acceleration performance continues to deliver thrilling driving experiences.
This combination of long-range capability and rapid acceleration solidifies Tesla’s position at the forefront of the EV market. Whether on the road or the track, the vehicle maintains its reputation for speed and efficiency.
https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a69096406/2026-tesla-model-s-plaid-test/
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–IQVIA Holdings Inc. (“IQVIA”) (NYSE: IQV), a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights, and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries, announced today that Ari Bousbib, chairman and chief executive officer, will speak at the UBS Global Healthcare Conference.
The presentation is scheduled for Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. ET.
A live audio webcast of the presentation will be available on the IQVIA Investor Relations website.
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251020335479/en/IQVIA-CEO-Ari-Bousbib-to-Speak-at-UBS-Global-Healthcare-Conference-on-November-11-2025/?feedref=JjAwJuNHiystnCoBq_hl-Q-tiwWZwkcswR1UZtV7eGe24xL9TZOyQUMS3J72mJlQ7fxFuNFTHSunhvli30RlBNXya2izy9YOgHlBiZQk2LOzmn6JePCpHPCiYGaEx4DL1Rq8pNwkf3AarimpDzQGuQ==
Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer’s No. 4 Crimson Tide secured a decisive victory over the No. 17 Tennessee Volunteers, winning 37-20 in one of the marquee matchups of the SEC Week 8.
The game showcased the strength and skill of the Crimson Tide as they maintained their top-ranking position while putting up an impressive performance against a competitive Tennessee team. This win further solidifies Alabama’s standing as a powerhouse this season.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/college-football/news-kalen-deboer-unlocks-milestone-sec-alabama-s-massive-win-tennessee-week-8
Republican senators expressed relief after President Donald Trump urged them to remain steadfast in refusing to negotiate with Democrats until they vote to reopen the government, Sen. Steve Daines (R-Mont.) told The Daily Signal.
“The president encouraged us all to remain steadfast, and we cheered when he said that,” Daines said in a phone interview following Republicans’ Tuesday meeting with Trump. “We just need the Democrats to come to their senses and realize that they’ve got to start paying the troops, the FAA controllers, TSA agents, and others who depend on the federal government.”
When asked if Trump indicated that Republicans would need to cave to Democrats’ demands to pass the continuing resolution, Daines responded, “You don’t negotiate when they take the government hostage.”
“There is definitely room to negotiate and to continue to move forward on the appropriation bills,” he added, “but it’s not going to happen until after the shutdown is over.”
Senators spent about an hour with the president in the Oval Office following a Rose Garden lunch on Tuesday. In addition to discussing legislative matters, Trump signed MAGA hats and Bibles, Daines said.
Trump did not discuss the possibility of bypassing Senate filibuster rules— which require a 60-vote majority to reopen the government—commonly referred to as “nuking the filibuster,” according to Daines.
While Republicans did not talk about the potential need for the House to reconvene to pass a longer continuing resolution (CR)—since the current CR only funds the government through November 21—Daines said, “It’s generally agreed that the CR is going to have to be extended past Nov. 21.”
“That’s not enough time,” he explained. “I think there’s pretty solid agreement that it is going to have to be extended because the Democrats have burned virtually a month now in the shutdown from what originally was going to be a seven-week CR.”
“Now we’re just four weeks away from the 21st, so we’re going to have to extend it.”
Daines expects five or six “common sense” Democrats “that are tired of this game being played and the harm it’s creating” to eventually vote to reopen the government. However, he is unsure when such a vote will happen.
“When you think about when the Democrats first shut this down on Oct. 1, there was some talk that it would only last a few days. Well, that was wrong,” he said. “I’m just not seeing a lot of interest in the Democrats in solving this problem at the moment.”
George Caldwell contributed to this report.
https://www.dailysignal.com/2025/10/21/what-trump-told-senate-republicans-in-shutdown-strategy-huddle/
Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner (D) addressed claims on Monday that he has a “hidden Nazi tattoo” on his chest. These allegations arose after a family video was shared online, sparking controversy.
Speaking with Tommy Vietor on the podcast “Pod Save America,” Platner firmly denied the accusations, stating, “I am not a secret Nazi.” He also referred to since-deleted Reddit posts in which he described himself as a “communist” and criticized police.
Platner’s response aims to clarify misconceptions and counter the misleading narratives circulating about him ahead of the Senate race.
https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/5565701-maine-democrat-responds-tattoo-accusations/
