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Updated Aug. 17, 2026, 9:50 a.m. ET It may be one of the most anticipated comic book adaptations to hit a TV screen, “Lanterns” debuted on HBO and HBO Max Sunday, Aug. 16 and proved to be wholly intriguing. Starring Kyle Chandler (“Friday Night Lights,” “Homefront” and Aaron Pierre (“Krypton,” “The Underground Railroad”), as two Green Lanterns – well, one Green Lantern and one trainee.

Aug. 17, 2026, 9:33 a.m. ET The San Diego Padres (67-58) and New York Mets (56-69) open a 3-game series Monday in New York, New York. First pitch from Citi Field is at 7:10 p.m. ET. Let's analyze MLB odds around the Padres vs. Mets odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets. Season series: Mets lead 2-1 The Padres have won 7 of their last 8 games and are in second place in the NL West, trailing the Los Angeles Dodgers by 7 games. They hold the final NL Wild Card spot.

As summer projects wrap up and colder weather approaches, the garage often becomes the catchall space for everything from lawn and gardening gear and sports equipment to power tools and holiday storage bins. Fall is the perfect opportunity to reclaim that square footage and create a cleaner, more functional workspace for repairs, weekend projects and seasonal storage.

Lowe's is trying to win Halloween with a massive motion-activated skeleton featuring glowing eyes, sound effects and an eye-catching 15-foot frame. Aug. 17, 2026, 8:58 a.m. ET Lowe's is releasing a 15-foot headless skeleton animatronic for Halloween. The new Halloween collection includes animatronics, statues, and family-friendly inflatables. Popular Halloween decorations can sell out long before October, so it's best to shop early.

Aug. 17, 2026, 7:55 a.m. ET Hayden Panettiere, the former child actress best known for her roles in TV series like "Heroes" and "Nashville," has died at 36. Her representative confirmed her death to USA TODAY on Sunday, Aug. 16. TMZ was the first to share the news. "It is with profound sadness that we share the tragic passing of our beloved Hayden.

Aug. 17, 2026, 7:02 a.m. ET Buc-ee's opened its first Arkansas location in Benton on Aug. 17, continuing the beaver-branded travel center's expansion out of its Texas stomping grounds. The location is expected to bring more than 200 jobs to the city and will occupy 74,000 square feet with 120 fueling stations, according to a Buc-ee's news release. It added that the starting wage for employees is "well above minimum wage" but did not specify what it is.

CLEVELAND — It can be difficult to predict how small stretches during a regular season can unfold. The Guardians are fighting against that tide as they enter the stretch run to the playoffs. The Guardians pulled off an aggressive trade deadline, highlighted by deals for outfielder Jo Adell, first baseman Nathaniel Lowe, All-Star starting pitcher Foster Griffin and reliever Craig Yoho. It was well received by the fan base and set the stage for an energetic, positive August.

Portage County Historical Society plans a presentation by Christine Untrauer, a Ravenna resident and organizer of the Veteran's Grave Marker Project. Attendees will learn about obtaining Veterans Administration military markers during the program at 2 p.m. Aug. 22 at the historical society, 6549 N. Chestnut St. in Ravenna. There are many veteran graves with no indication of their military service, Untrauer said. The goal of the project is to mark these graves, without expense to their families.

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In case you've faced some hurdles solving the clue, Donkey, we've got the answer for you. Crossword puzzles offer a fantastic opportunity to engage your mind, enjoy leisure time, and test your knowledge simultaneously. Now, let's delve into solving the Donkey crossword clue, featured as 28 Down in the USA Today Crossword on August 17, 2026. The Donkey Crossword Clue Answer is...