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Italy to Protect Ships in Bab al-Mandeb Without Waiting for EU — 2dWe will not wait for a collective EU decision, Defense Minister Guido Crosetto said Thursday, announcing Italy will deploy warships to protect commercial vessels in Bab al-Mandeb.

Chris Dalton Unilateral moves like this risk weakening any future EU naval effort by showing member states can just go it alone.

Israeli President Pardons Soldier in Palestinian Killing — 22hHerzog pardoned Elor Azaria on Sept. 19, 2026, clearing the record for the 2016 Hebron head-shot killing of wounded Palestinian Abdel Fattah al-Sharif; the IDF chief had opposed it over lack of remorse.

Jared Kim This pardon overlooks how the soldier shot a wounded Palestinian without justification and weakens military discipline overall.

French Probe Scrutinizes Al-Khelaifi Over Ligue 1 Rights — 1dNasser Al-Khelaifi, president of Paris Saint-Germain and chairman of beIN Media Group, is under a new preliminary investigation in France for allegedly illegal conflicts of interest related to the 2024 Ligue 1 broadcasting rights as he held multiple roles at PSG, beIN, and the LFP. Anticor filed the complaint, PSG and beIN deny wrongdoing, and the probe also touches on the broader 2024-2029 rights deal and potential World Cup broadcasting arrangements, underscoring ongoing scrutiny of his intertwined sports and media leadership.

Marcus Bell Denials from PSG and beIN do not automatically clear the appearance of improper influence over league broadcasting.

Hundreds of Israeli settlers enter Al-Aqsa, Buraq plazaWorld — 3dAcross East Jerusalem and the Al-Aqsa compound, Israelis continued to enter in large numbers with police protection, performing Talmudic rituals as Yom Kippur approaches, marking a sharp rise in incursions and fueling warnings from Palestinians about changing the status quo. New data show a record 68,944 settler entries for 2025–2026, prompting ministers to push for looser access while Arab states warn that such moves threaten Jerusalem's delicate arrangements.

Ronaldo, 41, Selected for Portugal Nations League Squad — 2dCristiano Ronaldo, 41, is in Jorge Jesus' first Portugal squad with 979 career goals, 21 shy of 1,000, after their Saudi title run at Al-Nassr.

Priya Raman Ronaldo at 41 still earns his spot on merit, his presence will lift the whole squad against tough opponents.

Sudan Gold Mine Collapse Kills At Least 67, Dozens Missing — 4dAt least 67 dead at al-Zaraa gold mine in RSF-held West Kordofan; Jabara: "We don't know how many more are still inside" without heavy machinery.

Caminero’s 41st Homer Lifts Rays Past Athletics — 4dJunior Caminero’s AL-leading 41st home run, an opposite-field walk-off leading off the ninth, lifted the Rays to a 2-1 win over the Athletics.

Derek Foss The Rays pitching and hitting combo is keeping them on top of the East with these close wins.

Rays Sweep Astros, First AL Team to 90 Wins — Sep 13, 2026The Tampa Bay Rays routed the Houston Astros 14-4 to become the first American League team to reach 90 wins, with Jonathan Aranda homering twice and Freddy Peralta tossing five hitless innings. Houston fell to 75-75 and was swept in the series, highlighting the Rays as the AL’s premier team this season.

Maya Lindstrom The Rays look like the team to beat in the AL with that kind of offensive outburst and strong pitching.

Former NFL Star Chris Johnson Diagnosed With ALS — Sep 8, 2026Former Titans running back Chris Johnson announced he has ALS, prompting discussions about a possible link to his football career while his family describes his condition as serious and his focus on loved ones as he communicates with assistive devices. Ahead of a Ring of Honor induction for Johnson, coverage also ties his legacy to ongoing awareness and research efforts into ALS.

Libyan Agency Reports Seizing 100,000 Gaddafi-Faced Pills — Sep 13, 2026Libyan authorities seized about 100,000 pills molded with Muammar Gaddafi’s face and robes, described by Al Rada as ecstasy after a European sea shipment.

Rachel Meyers Hard to believe anyone would buy ecstasy stamped like that, but it shows how far some will go for novelty.

Story’s Three-Run Homer Lifts Red Sox Over Rangers — 3dTrevor Story delivered a go-ahead three-run homer in the eighth as the Red Sox rallied to beat the Texas Rangers 4-3, completing a dramatic comeback and tightening Boston’s grip on a top wild-card spot. The loss dents Texas’s lead in the AL West and keeps the Rangers' postseason hopes in flux as Boston’s surge continues.

White Sox Hold Wild-Card Lead, Tigers Near Elimination — 2dThe Chicago White Sox remain in the thick of the AL playoff race, buoyed by Miguel Vargas's 33rd homer and Davis Martin's return as they chase a wild-card berth behind the fading Tigers, while Chicago also aims to outpace the Guardians in the Central. In a separate development, Detroit's rookies sparked an 11-8 comeback against the Sox, underscoring a volatile finish as both teams prepare for a pivotal four-game series that could decide postseason fate.

Houthis Reportedly Seize Mocha, Advance Toward Bab al-Mandab — Sep 9, 2026Houthi forces seized the port city of Mokha on Yemen’s Red Sea coast, prompting government troops to withdraw from Mokha and nearby districts as clashes widen toward Dhubab. The advance threatens control of Bab al-Mandeb, a critical global energy chokepoint, with fighting spilling over into Taiz, Mareb, and Hodeidah and reports of civilian displacement.

Sam Okafor The spread of fighting into Taiz and Hodeidah will only drive more families from their homes without any clear end in sight.

Saudi Arabia issues Mecca alert after Houthi drone intercepted — 5dThree civilians were martyred in Saudi airstrikes on Dhubab, Maqbanah, as the Yemen conflict intensified with continued strikes targeting Taiz, Mocha and Bab al-Mandab, and Houthi forces launching missiles and drones at sites including King Khalid Air Base. Reports from multiple outlets describe civilians injured across Khamis Mushait, Abha, Taif and Taiz, underscoring a widening toll and ongoing escalation between the Saudi-led coalition and the Houthis.

Sam Okafor Both sides trading missiles and airstrikes around Taiz and Abha only drags this conflict deeper without end.

Houthis Expand Control Near Bab el-MandebWorld — Sep 9, 2026Yemeni government forces pressed offensives on multiple fronts against the Houthis, conducting strikes on Mokha–Dhubab and targeting coastal and western fronts including Taiz, Bab al-Mandab, and Al-Jawf as civilian displacement rises amid intensified clashes. The Saudi-led coalition responded with airstrikes against Houthi positions, while the Houthis claim defensive success with domestically produced missiles, and the coalition vows to neutralize the threat and protect Saudi sovereignty.

Titans Postpone Chris Johnson Ring Induction — Sep 11, 2026The Tennessee Titans postponed Chris Johnson’s induction into the Ring of Honor because Johnson and his family cannot travel to Nashville due to his ALS diagnosis, with a future date to celebrate the moment and Sunday’s halftime ceremony still honoring his career. The team emphasized support for Johnson and his wife Brittany as they navigate his condition while plans for the induction are reorganized.

Three Rockies Hitters Top .800 OPS, First Since 2019 — Sep 13, 2026Baseball headlines center on a Dodgers near-bat-out-of-turn moment, the Colorado Rockies' trio with OPS over .800 and how their current depth compares to the 2019 season, and Cleveland’s pivotal White Sox series that could tilt the AL Central race. In tennis, Alexander Zverev captured the US Open title, ending a long American drought and marking a milestone for Black players since Arthur Ashe.

Astros Beat Diamondbacks 3-1, Extend AL West Lead — Sep 4, 2026The Astros defeated the Diamondbacks 3-1 behind five pitchers and a five-inning outing from Cristian Javier, who struck out eight to earn the win as Yainer Diaz homered and Josh Hader secured his 23rd save for his 250th career save. Houston extended its lead in the AL West to 2.5 games and reached 73-69, as they continue a winning stretch heading into the next game of the series.

Chris Dalton Five pitchers to get there isn't pretty but a win's a win. Javier settling in for five with eight K's is a nice sign for October.

Lebanon President Aoun Visits South Amid Israeli Strikes — Sep 12, 2026Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun made an unannounced visit to Nabatieh near the Ali al-Taher ridge as Israeli strikes and a major Hezbollah fortification destruction heightened tensions in southern Lebanon. He urged continued support for residents and adherence to the June framework on Hezbollah disarmament, Israeli withdrawal, and reconstruction, while noting that US-brokered talks with Israel have been pushed to October.

Marcus Bell Aoun's visit to Nabatieh is a good signal of support, but pushing disarmament talks to October risks more escalation in the south.

Houthi Projectile Hits Jazan Mosque, Wounding Two in Saudi Arabia — Sep 12, 2026Saudi Civil Defense reports two people injured and damage to a mosque, buildings, and vehicles in Al-Tuwal, Jazan, from a Houthi-fired projectile, with authorities stressing that targeting civilians violates international humanitarian law and that standard response procedures were followed. The incidents reflect a pattern of cross-border attacks and rising regional security tensions in and around Saudi Arabia’s southern border.

Maya Lindstrom Authorities rightly point out the breach of humanitarian law here. Damaging mosques and homes won't achieve anything but more suffering.

Lamborghini, Silver Cross unveil 500-unit Reef AL GialloAuto — Aug 31, 2026Lamborghini and Silver Cross have released the Reef AL Giallo, a limited-edition “Super Stroller” limited to 500 units worldwide and priced around $5,000, featuring Lamborghini-inspired materials, a yellow-accented aesthetic, and details like a brake pedal, Y-pattern, and exposed suspension. The collaboration, following the earlier Reef AL Arancio, emphasizes automotive-grade materials such as leather, suede, and polycarbonate to create a stroller that blends luxury branding with practical multi-terrain performance.

Yordan Alvarez chases rare AL Triple Crown while living out of an RV — Sep 3, 2026Yordan Alvarez, the Houston Astros star and AL MVP frontrunner who could become baseball's first Triple Crown winner since 2012, spends his off-season traveling in an RV with his family, enjoying a normal-life routine away from the spotlight. Analyses of his postseason chances pair with praise from his manager for his poise, while talk of Alvarez chasing a Triple Crown frames broader discussions about his impact beyond the regular season.

Tom Gallagher Love that a guy chasing the Triple Crown just wants to park his RV and be normal in the offseason. Grounded dude.

Grichuk’s Ninth-Inning Homer Lifts White Sox Past Cardinals — Sep 13, 2026Randal Grichuk hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the ninth to lift the White Sox to a 6-5 win over the Cardinals, snapping a fours-game skid and boosting their lead in the AL Central. The victory featured a late rally that followed Leo Bernal’s eighth-inning homer and showcased Chicago’s clutch relief pitching as they tightened the division race with Cleveland and Houston faltering elsewhere.

Priya Raman Grichuk coming through with that ninth-inning homer turned the whole game around for the White Sox after they were struggling.

Cal Quantrill's shutout gem lifts Rangers closer to AL wild card — Sep 4, 2026Cal Quantrill threw seven scoreless innings as the Texas Rangers shut out the Tampa Bay Rays 6-0, with Corey Seager belting a two-run homer and the Rangers narrowing the gap for an AL wild-card spot. The Rays were held to a season-low in hits and extended their struggles at Globe Life Field, while Quantrill continued a strong run with a 1.25 ERA over eight outings and Seager again provided the power.

Dana Whitfield Rays offense looking lost again at Globe Life, that place has been a house of horrors for them.

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