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Trump Says He Uses AI, Refuses Details — 4dAboard Air Force One, Trump said he uses AI “for a lot of things” but added, “I don’t want to tell you that,” while branding safety warnings a “SICK conspiracy.”

Tom Gallagher The push for US leadership in AI makes sense but safety rules need to be sorted out soon.

Trump Announces Deal Granting U.S. Permanent Defense Rights in Greenland — 3hPresident Donald Trump announced that the United States has reached an agreement with Denmark and Greenland granting the US permanent control over security and other needs in Greenland at no cost, with Trump calling it an enduring, “infinite life” arrangement. Multiple outlets reported this as breaking news and ongoing, framing questions about the scope and implications of a more robust US presence on the island.

Tom Gallagher Permanent rights sound good until something changes and we end up stuck in another long commitment.

Trump Rallies for Whatley in North Carolina — 4dPresident Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump are visiting North Carolina this week to campaign for U.S. Senate candidate Michael Whatley, with Trump speaking at a Gastonia rally and Melania touring an Ashe County elementary school to highlight education technology and community resilience in recovery from recent disasters. The appearances, including ticketed procedures and school visits, underscore a coordinated effort to energize Republican voters in the midterm race.

Aaron Donald Expected for Rams Return Against Giants — 3dAaron Donald is expected to make his season debut for the Los Angeles Rams against the New York Giants on Monday Night Football, with plans to play outlined by multiple reporters as he ramps up after a two-year absence. Coaches and insiders say he’ll play if he feels ready, with the Rams’ exemption period lifted and his practice participation improving as the team weighs readiness for a return in a high-profile home game.

Judge Blocks Trump Kennedy Center Name; Board Closes Facilities — 4dThe Kennedy Center is embroiled in a legal battle over whether to inscribe current President Donald J. Trump’s name on its exterior, with a court ruling that Congress must authorize any renaming and opposition from Rep. Joyce Beatty and others. Facing financial strain, the board is weighing ten inscription options that credit or thank Trump for fundraising and support as it moves toward a vote on language for the renovation-bound facade.

King Charles Hosts AI Safety Summit — 4dThe UN Security Council, under France’s rotating presidency, will convene next week during the UN General Assembly to debate artificial intelligence, focusing on existential security risks and the impact on children, with Volker Turk urging urgent multilateral action. Despite broad warnings from global officials and AI leaders about the need for regulation, US President Donald Trump dismisses AI threats as exaggerated, while discussions also address conflicts in Gaza, Lebanon and Ukraine.

UN Appoints Trump Nominee to Lead World Food Programme — 2dThe United Nations appointed Luke Lindberg, a United States Department of Agriculture official and a nominee of current President Donald Trump, to be the next executive director of the World Food Programme, succeeding Cindy McCain. The selection elevates an American to lead the U.N.'s largest humanitarian agency amid global hunger, extreme weather, and conflict pressures that strain food aid and supply chains.

Search Continues for Missing Florida Paddler — 5dPolice across several areas are appealing for information on missing people, including Andrew Kurt in Basildon and a 13-year-old girl with links to Stockport, while Merseyside police continue to search for Alisha Lavery and investigators in Middlefield probe a death after a body was found. In Worcestershire, the 71-year-old Pershore man was found safe, and in Wellington a missing person was located by a member of the public with Exmoor Search and Rescue assisting.

Hodgkinson wins Athlos 800m in black hooded Nike speedsuit — 4hBritain’s Olympic 800m champion Keely Hodgkinson won the women’s 800m at Athlos London 2026 in 1:56.40, powering to victory while wearing a full-length black hooded Nike speedsuit that drew comparisons to superhero outfits and described as a “pretty sick” statement. The event, founded by Alexis Ohanian, emphasizes spectacle and prize money, with Hodgkinson’s bold outfit underscoring a fashion-forward, entertainment-heavy approach to track and field as she closes a mixed season.

Nicole Hardy Athlos events like this one are finally bringing decent prize money and spectacle to the sport.

Democrats Abandon NC House Candidate as Controversial Posts Resurface — 4hDemocratic candidate Shelly Headen will remain on the ballot in a competitive North Carolina state House race despite her party withdrawing support after a series of inflammatory s… — by Andrew Powell

Sam Okafor It's smart for Democrats to cut ties when those posts reveal such poor judgment from the candidate.

Passengers Jump From Seats as Fight Breaks Out on 11-Hour Flight — 4hPassengers were forced to leap from their seats after a fight broke out aboard a London-bound flight, with dramatic video showing two men exchanging blows in the aisle as fellow tr… — by Andrew Powell

Tom Gallagher That kind of disruption forces everyone else to stay alert instead of relaxing during the journey.

Trump Announces Ban on CNN MSNBC and Politico From White House — 5hIt appears people won’t be seeing CNN, MS NOW and Politico at the White House. That’s because President Donald Trump has banned the three media outlets from 1600 Pennsylvania Ave.… — by Sandra Rhodes

Tom Gallagher Restricting access like this only fuels more division instead of encouraging better reporting from everyone.

Mantic Raises $25M After Beating Human Forecasters — 15hLondon AI startup Mantic raised $25 million in seed funding led by Radical Ventures, with Microsoft’s M12, after its judgmental forecasting system beat all human forecasters at the Metaculus Cup, signaling strong demand from hedge funds, corporates, and governments for medium-term risk and scenario planning. Founded in 2024 by Toby Shevlane and Ben Day, Mantic blends human-style reasoning with backtested historical data to predict geopolitical, economic, and strategic events, targeting scenarios where traditional models struggle.

Nicole Hardy Beating the top human forecasters on Metaculus shows this approach could help with tricky geopolitical calls that pure models miss.

Activists plan human chain protest at Kennedy Center over Trump — 5hActivists are expected to gather in opposition to President Donald Trump's attempted takeover of the Kennedy Center on Friday. The president has threatened to close and demolish i… — by Sandra Rhodes

Maya Lindstrom A human chain at the entrance could block access for regular visitors and ticket holders that day.

Trump orders expansion of federal lands open to hunters and anglers — 9hPublic lands should be available to the public. That’s the sentiment of President Donald Trump who announced executive orders to make these lands more available for hunting and fi… — by Sandra Rhodes

Tom Gallagher Opening federal land is fine but I hope it includes better trail maintenance so access stays safe for everyone.

Diana’s ‘Revenge Dress’ Displayed Before Sotheby’s Auction — 23hSotheby's displayed Diana's 1994 Christina Stambolian 'revenge dress' in London Sept. 18 ahead of a Dec. 9 New York auction estimated at $150,000–$300,000.

Nicole Hardy That revenge dress still looks sharp even after decades. The auction estimate seems fair for such a piece of history.

M&S Makes London Fashion Week Debut, Marks CentenaryBusiness — 3dMarks & Spencer celebrated its 100th anniversary with its first full London Fashion Week runway, unveiling a capsule collection that nods to its heritage while signaling a modern direction and drawing a crowd of celebrities. The event is paired with live-stream shopping to buy looks in real time and includes archival shows and ongoing updates to M&S’s womenswear and collaborations, underscoring a renewed fashion renaissance for the brand.

Indonesia Ends Search for Journalists Missing Near Krakatau Eruption — 1dIndonesia ended a 10-day search for eight people, including five journalists, missing near Anak Krakatau; Basarnas found no signs and no objects.

Photos of the Week Capture Austen Festival Costumes and City Birds — 1dLocal photo features include coverage of the 2026 Jane Austen Festival in Bath with costumed participants, alongside weekly photo selections from WVPE, the Caledonia Courier, and WWNY that capture city skylines, autumn scenery, sunsets, and playful scenes.

Kawhi Leonard Returns to Raptors in Trade — Sep 11, 2026The proposed Kawhi Leonard trade between the Clippers and Raptors remains in flux as the Clippers’ front office lacks an interim governor after the NBA imposed a $30 million fine and suspensions on owner Steve Ballmer, Gillian Zucker, and Lawrence Frank for a salary-cap circumvention investigation, complicating league approval of the deal. Despite assurances there is no league-level holdup, internal governance issues and ongoing investigations continue to delay finalizing Leonard’s return to Toronto in exchange for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick, and multiple draft assets.

Trump administration directs wildlife agency to ignore accidental species deaths — 1dUSFWS Director Nesvik’s Sept. 14 memo limits unlawful “take” to intentional harm, writing that felling a tree is not a take of roosting bats unless done to kill or capture them.

Derek Foss Focusing enforcement on intent should reduce pointless lawsuits against regular property owners.

GOP Lawmakers Question Trump’s $5,000 Check Promise as Cost Comes Into Focus — 1dPresident Donald Trump’s proposal to give every adult American a $5,000 “dividend” if Republicans retain control of Congress is facing questions from members of his own party over… — by Andrew Powell

Sam Okafor Trump's check sounds tempting but if GOP members are already balking at the cost it shows the numbers just don't add up.

Trump Nominates Greenwood as Caribbean Ambassador — 4dTrump nominated Kimberly Greenwood on Sept. 15, 2026, as ambassador to Barbados and seven other Caribbean nations without extra pay, the same post Biden donor Roger Nyhus held for a year.

Elena Vasquez Trump keeps handing these posts to personal connections rather than anyone with real foreign policy background.

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