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Zelenskyy appoints Kovalskyi acting prosecutor general — 1dZelenskyy signed decree No. 946/2026 on Sept. 17 naming Anton Kovalskyi acting prosecutor general after parliament dismissed Ruslan Kravchenko on Sept. 15.

Jared Kim With corruption claims still hanging over the top, any new leader needs to show real independence fast.

Senate clears 74-24 cloture vote on Protect College Sports Act — 3dA 74-24 cloture vote moves the Protect College Sports Act forward, aiming to replace state-by-state NIL chaos with national rules that protect scholarships, women’s sports, and program viability.

Tom Gallagher Seventy-four votes shows real support for keeping smaller college programs from getting wiped out by these changes.

DOJ weighs joining Texas suit against BlackRock and State StreetBusiness — 12hThe U.S. Department of Justice is weighing whether to join a state-led antitrust suit accusing BlackRock and State Street of using market power to press coal producers to cut output, which allegedly raised electricity prices; no decision has been made and the department could choose not to act. Coverage notes Vanguard’s February settlement and emphasizes the DOJ’s stated focus on affordability for Americans, with discussions ongoing among senior officials and state attorneys general.

Derek Foss Vanguard already settled similar claims, so BlackRock and State Street deserve the same scrutiny on affordability.

Republicans Signal Crypto Clarity Act Faces Senate HurdlesBusiness — Sep 8, 2026

Obama Urges Democrats to Act on AI — 6dObama warned at a private fundraiser that AI in private hands could become dangerous and urged Jeffries to build a public AI framework if Democrats retake the House.

Elena Vasquez I agree AI should be a bigger issue for Democrats, especially with researchers warning about risks, but they need concrete plans not just talk.

Sofia Vergara Awards Golden Buzzer To America’s Got Talent Act She Found Scary — Sep 9, 2026

Priya Raman The act sounds intense if it got to her like that, but she made the right call anyway.

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.

Matthew Rhys First Man to Win Two Lead Emmys in One Night — 4dMatthew Rhys became the first man to win two lead-acting Emmys in one night, taking limited-series and comedy awards at the 2026 Emmys after a prior drama win.

Rachel Meyers Winning two leads in one night takes real range, especially if he pulls off the comedy too after crediting the whole team like that.

Trump Claims Democrats Orchestrated Butler Assassination Attempt — 3dPresident Trump, who is current president in 2025, claims the July 2024 Butler assassination attempt was a Democrat plot and accuses FBI Director Christopher Wray of mishandling the case, citing newly disclosed information. The FBI has said Crooks acted alone, while Trump’s framing continues to draw criticism and concerns that Democrats were not involved.

Nicole Hardy Trump has every right to question the official story if new details point to a coverup by the FBI.

British Man Charged With Assisting Russian Intelligence — Sep 9, 2026A 31-year-old British man, Joshua Cammidge, has been charged under the National Security Act with assisting a foreign intelligence service and preparing to commit an act of sabotage after alleged contact with the GRU Volunteer Corps, which is tied to Russia's military intelligence. He was arrested in Swindon and is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court, with the investigation led by Counter Terrorism Policing London.

Elena Vasquez The sabotage angle is what worries me most, since it shows intent beyond just passing information to the GRU.

Senate Advances College Sports Bill 74-24 — 4dThe Protect College Sports Act is advancing in the Senate as supporters push to establish federal guardrails for college athletics, covering student compensation, scholarships, medical coverage and the transfer portal, while aiming to replace a patchwork of state laws. Backed by prominent coaches and bipartisan sponsors, the bill faces unclear odds to secure 60 votes and a timely floor vote before the recess, with a large lobbying push on both sides.

Three Openers Withdraw From Sheeran Tour Over Palestine — 4dMacklemore was removed and several opening acts—Finneas, Aaron Rowe, and Beoga—withdraw from Ed Sheeran's The Loop tour in solidarity with Palestine, highlighting coordinated artist protests over Gaza. Advocacy groups and critics urge Sheeran to cancel or rethink the tour amid pressure from pro-Israel donors, fueling a broader backlash against the event.

Sam Okafor Sheeran should cancel the tour dates if his openers are this united against performing amid the Gaza conflict.

India Sets MDR for High-Value UPI PaymentsFinance — 4dIndia’s government notified amendments to the Payment and Settlement Act prohibiting banks and system providers from charging customers for UPI transactions and RuPay debit card payments up to ₹2,000, expanding a no-fee digital payments regime. The move comes in the context of earlier changes to allow possible merchant MDR charges, though current guidance specifies the zero-charge rule applies to individual users up to ₹2,000.

Jean Smart Ties Emmy Acting-Wins Record — 5dJean Smart won the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy for Hacks' final season, completing a sweep that secures her eight Emmys and ties the all-time record. The achievement crowns a long-running, acclaimed run for Smart, with the season-long performance now recognized as part of a historic career milestone.

Casting Calls Span Seven U.S. Cities — 2dStacker’s current-city roundups show ongoing Casting Networks listings across San Antonio, Houston, Dallas, Austin and Atlanta for short films, feature films, reality TV, game shows, and even a music video, with roles such as Lyna, Leon, Bianca, Tom, Callie, and other ensemble parts. The listings vary in compensation, including SAG SCALE and non-union rates, and repeatedly feature recurring roles like Lyna (Minor) and the Unique Couples/Transformation shows, underscoring broad local acting opportunities.

Tom Gallagher Those Lyna and Unique Couples roles keep coming up everywhere. Seems like they want the same type of people over and over.

Kosovo Parliament Approves Kurti’s Fourth Government — 5dKosovo's Parliament formally completed the formation of its institutions and approved Albin Kurti as prime minister for a new term, despite boycotts from some parties. The nomination and formation process—led by VV and Acting President Haxhiu—culminated in Kurti's reappointment after the June 2026 elections to address ongoing institutional crises and advance European integration.

Jared Kim Continuity under Kurti is fine if it tackles the institutional problems without more gridlock.

Former Youth Minister Indicted in Multistate Sex-Abuse Case — 3dJeffrey Turner Taylor, a 66-year-old Milford, Ohio man and former Falls Church youth minister, was indicted on federal charges alleging grooming and sexual abuse of boys from 1990 to 2008, including traveling with minors to ministry events with the intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct. He is set for arraignment in the Eastern District of Virginia on September 24 and faces up to 105 years in prison if convicted, with investigations linking his acts to multiple churches in Virginia and Atlanta.

Woman describes how each generation acts after boarding a flight — Sep 8, 2026A millennial mom posted a video showing how different generations behave once seated on a plane, and it quickly drew more than 230000 likes along with comments from viewers who saw themselves in the sketches.

Chris Dalton The sketches were spot on for my kids, they just stare at screens the second they sit down.

Nick Shirley sues California over law critics call the ‘Stop Nick Shirley Act’ — Sep 4, 2026Citizen journalist Nick Shirley has filed a federal lawsuit challenging AB 2624, the Stop Nick Shirley Act, arguing the law restricting publishing personal information about immigration support providers violates the First and Fourteenth Amendments and aims to silence investigative reporting. Proponents say the Safe at Work Act protects providers from doxxing while opponents, led by Shirley and backed by America First Legal, argue it suppresses transparency; the bill was signed by Gov. Newsom and is slated to take effect in 2027.

Elena Vasquez Doxxing is a real problem, but the name of this bill alone shows exactly who lawmakers wanted to shut down.

Trump names Adam Telle acting Army secretary after Driscoll's clashes with Pentagon — Sep 3, 2026President Donald Trump named Adam Telle acting Secretary of the Army after Dan Driscoll resigned amid clashes with Pentagon leadership. Telle, formerly Assistant Secretary for Civil Works, was sworn in in August 2025 and will need Senate confirmation for a permanent replacement.

Nicole Hardy Another Army secretary shuffle already? These clashes with the Pentagon keep piling up under this administration.

Burgum Says Oil Export Ban Unlikely to Lower Energy Prices — 4dU.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said at a G20 energy meeting that banning exports of oil or fuel would not lower energy prices amid the Iran conflict, warning such steps could trigger retaliatory actions and hurt consumers, including in California. He noted California’s high prices are linked to refinery closures and said options are limited ahead of the midterms, with the White House weighing the Defense Production Act to expand refining capacity as an alternative to export bans.

Rachel Meyers Export bans would likely backfire with retaliation and do nothing to fix California's refinery shortages.

US adds seventh moment of silence for 25th 9/11 anniversary — Sep 11, 2026On the 25th anniversary of 9/11, the U.S. and its missions worldwide honored the 2,977 victims, first responders, and the resilience that followed with ceremonies from Tirana to New York and Suva. Officials highlighted global solidarity, paying tribute to the heroes who acted that day and reaffirming commitment to survivors and international partners.

Cindi Wimberly Where's the story about Mamdami?

AI Safety Debate Intensifies as Microsoft Proposes Code — 6dUK parliamentary scrutiny argues current AI laws are ill-equipped to manage AI risks across the lifecycle, urging a new, AI-specific regime with a single regulator and risk-based classification that imposes stricter duties on high‑risk models and ensures redress for rights harms. The cross‑party push is echoed by industry leaders calling for global or industry‑wide regulation and independent monitoring, with the government urged to respond and act promptly.

Massie and Burlison unveil Flock-Off Act to restrict surveillance camera funding — Sep 3, 2026Rep. Thomas Massie unveiled the Flock-Off Act to bar federal funding for automated license plate readers and biometric surveillance cameras, requiring local funding and allowing penalties on violators. The legislation, backed by Rep. Eric Burlison and aimed at Flock Safety’s widespread network, reflects bipartisan privacy concerns and includes narrow exemptions for border security and toll collection.

Derek Foss The toll and border exemptions make sense but I hope they don't become loopholes that swallow the whole law down the road.

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