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Senate Panel Approves Bill Allowing Suits Over Government Pressure on Speech — 2dSenate Commerce voted 18-10 for a bill letting citizens sue officials who pressure firms to suppress First Amendment speech; full Senate and House still must pass it.

House Passes Third Iran War-Powers Resolution — 3dThe U.S. House has for a third time passed a war powers resolution aimed at halting President Donald Trump’s ability to take military action against Iran, signaling bipartisan pressure ahead of the midterm elections even as the Senate’s path remains uncertain and Trump is expected to veto. The votes reflect continuing concern about the Iran conflict, with party lines shifting slightly as a handful of Republicans joined Democrats, and the cost of the war mounting as the political debate intensifies.

Nicole Hardy It's good Congress keeps voting to limit war with Iran, but the Senate needs to step up or this changes nothing.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day Sets Domestic Box-Office Record — 2dSpider-Man: Brand New Day hit $936.77 million domestically after 47 days to pass Star Wars: The Force Awakens as Tom Rothman said yes to another film.

Marcus Bell Tom Rothman approving another film right after this record feels like the right call given the numbers.

Italian Senate Clears Meloni Electoral Reform Bill 113-71 — 3dSenate passed Meloni's electoral reform 113-71 on Sept. 15, 2026, as opposition senators waved red and yellow "No to the fraud law" placards.

Marcus Bell Naming the prime minister candidate in advance at least gives voters a clearer choice on the ballot.

Texas and Alabama Set Executions as Georgia Stays One — 3dA Georgia judge halted Stacey Humphreys' execution late Tuesday while Texas still plans to execute LeJames Norman Wednesday—its first since passing 600 modern-era executions.

Russian Frigate Fires Flares Near Danish Helicopter — 4dA Russian frigate fired two flares at a Danish Fennec helicopter near Gedser; one passed close during a photo mission. Rasmussen called it 'unacceptable'; ambassador Barbin will be summoned.

Derek Foss Summoning the ambassador is the right move after this near miss near Gedser, but more needs to be done to prevent repeats.

Hurricane Lowell passes near Hawaii, brings threats of rain, tornadoes — Sep 8, 2026

House Passes AI Data Center Cost Bill — 4dThe Ratepayer Protection Act, backed by Rep. Gabe Evans and a broad bipartisan coalition, would require large data centers (100 MW+ peak demand) to cover the full costs of new electricity generation and grid upgrades, shielding households from subsidizing AI infrastructure. The measure has cleared committee and is headed toward a House floor vote under fast-track rules, reflecting bipartisan concern about AI-driven electricity demand ahead of the 2026 elections.

Poland, Ukraine condemn Russian drone strike on train near border — 5dRussian drone hit a Kyiv-Warsaw train 2 km from Poland with no casualties; Johnson’s train had just passed and Petraeus was nearby as Warsaw warned of spillover risk.

Chris Dalton No casualties is a relief but Warsaw's spillover warning needs to be taken seriously by everyone.

Eagles Hold Off Commanders 24-22 — 5dEagles beat Commanders 24-22 after stopping a late two-point shovel pass; Hurts threw three TDs, Goedert caught two, including the 43-yard go-ahead score.

Elena Vasquez Eagles defense came through big stopping that shovel pass at the end.

Lions survive Saints rally to win 31-30 in overtime — 5dLions beat Saints 31-30 in OT after Shough's two-point pass fails; Gibbs runs for 156 yards and two scores after Detroit blew a 21-0 lead.

Marcus Bell Saints came all the way back only to lose on a failed two point try, rough break.

Baylor Rules Out DJ Lagway; Bennett to Start — Sep 11, 2026Baylor will start quarterback Nate Bennett against Prairie View A&M after DJ Lagway suffered a left ankle injury in the season opener and is ruled out for Saturday, though not expected to be long-term. Bennett will make his first career start as Baylor aims to maintain the explosive passing game Lagway displayed against Auburn, a performance that featured 333 passing yards and two touchdowns but also turnovers and efficiency concerns.

Marcus Bell Hope the ankle heals quick since Lagway showed real promise but Bennett deserves a fair shot to prove himself this week.

Hurricane Lowell expected to pass near one Hawaiian island and cause major rains statewide5 sources — Sep 8, 2026

Galaxy Z Fold 8 passes extreme durability test in new review — Sep 7, 2026

Former Blue Jays Pitcher Brian Wolfe Dies at 45 — 2dBrian Wolfe, a former Toronto Blue Jays pitcher who also played nine seasons in Japan, died at age 45 with his wife announcing the death on Sept. 15 after a long illness; he appeared in 72 MLB games for Toronto from 2007-2009 before building a substantial career in Nippon Professional Baseball. Tributes from friends and former teammates followed the announcement of his passing.

EA FC 27 Early Access Precedes Global Release — Sep 11, 2026EA FC 27 activates early access on September 18 for Ultimate/Ultimate Plus and EA Play members ahead of the September 25 standard launch, aiming to drive early spending and engagement through the Season Pass and FC Points. The game introduces The Grounds social hub, Authentic Gameplay 2.0 updates, a rebuilt transfer market, FUT Gallery, and a rumored Ones to Watch promo tied to the Season Pass, with the release structure prioritizing early access for premium editions and a staggered full release.

White House tribute marks one year since Charlie Kirk's passing — Sep 11, 2026The clip presents a memorial message from the White House honoring Charlie Kirk as a patriot whose courage shaped American history. It is circulating as a solemn remembrance of his legacy. @WhiteHouse

Steelers Seek More From Struggling DK Metcalf — 5dMetcalf had four catches for 40 yards and multiple drops in Week 1, a performance that prompted critics to question his body control and reliability while still noting he’s open enough to help Pittsburgh’s passing game with Aaron Rodgers. The Steelers won, but their offense overall struggled, and the team needs Metcalf to rebound quickly after the costly drops and missed opportunities as the season progresses.

Indy Pass plans 50+ new resorts, 300+Sports — Sep 1, 2026Indy Pass has expanded to more than 300 destinations by adding over 50 independent resorts, with about 30 more announced this week and a keynote on Sept. 8 to unveil further partners. The pass remains a two-day-per-resort program with Indy+ offering no blackout dates and a discounted third day, priced at $399 for the base pass and $449 for Indy+, with waitlist presales starting Sept. 1 and general public on Sept. 8.

Merriweather's three touchdowns power Troy past Alabama State 34-17 — Sep 11, 2026Troy defeated Alabama State 34-17 thanks to Jaheim Merriweather’s three rushing touchdowns and Goose Crowder’s 201 passing yards, building a 31-7 halftime lead before Alabama State rallied briefly but could not complete the comeback.

Rachel Meyers Crowder's passing yards helped set up those early scores but the defense still needs work.

Crosby Reportedly Shuts Down Rams Trade Talks — 5dThe Rams pursued Maxx Crosby after a Ravens trade fell through due to a knee issue, but Crosby insisted he wanted to stay with the Raiders, leading to no deal before Los Angeles pivoted to its blockbuster acquisition of Myles Garrett. The move underscores the Rams’ willingness to marry premium draft capital with elite pass rushers, while teams like the Eagles, Cowboys, and 49ers monitored Crosby as a potential buy-low option.

Nicole Hardy Rams landing Garrett after missing on Crosby shows they won't settle when chasing elite defensive talent.

Lincoln Kienholz throws for 332 yards in Louisville's 59-13 win — Sep 12, 2026Louisville rolled to a 59-13 win over Villanova behind Lincoln Kienholz’s 332 passing yards and four total touchdowns, solidifying a high-powered start for Jeff Brohm’s offense. The Cardinals’ balanced attack featured Lawayne McCoy’s 102 receiving yards and multiple contributors, setting the stage for an ACC opener against SMU.

Elena Vasquez Kienholz threw for 332 yards and four scores while the run game stayed involved too. That balance should help against SMU.

Princess Astrid Dies at 94 After King’s Funeral — Sep 11, 2026Norway’s Princess Astrid, 94, has died, two days after attending the state funeral of her brother King Harald V, with the royal palace noting her passing and the family expressing gratitude for her warmth and duty. The royal family and palace tributes highlighted her long service to the Crown, including her role in representing the Royal House and her support for Harald and the family during a period of mourning.

Baker Hughes Wins Major Venture Global LNG Orders — 5dVenture Global expects the next arbitration ruling over Calcasieu Pass LNG sales by the end of the year, as Baker Hughes and Venture Global push major infrastructure expansions including the Cloud Connector Pipeline and Plaquemines LNG capacity with modular liquefaction and gas-compression solutions. Industry leadership also notes a robust outlook for US natural gas and LNG demand, with growth supported by new data-center power needs and ongoing expansion efforts.

Elena Vasquez Data center power demand will likely keep natural gas exports strong even if arbitration drags on.

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