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Photo Shows Trump Examining Apparent Kennedy Center Demolition Reference Amid Legal Fight — 2dPresident Trump continues to press to have his name affixed to the Kennedy Center while warning it could be closed or demolished if not recognized; new photos show him viewing materials suggesting demolition amid ongoing renovations. The Kennedy Center board approved a temporary closure for renovations around $257 million, as a court fight over branding and Trump’s role intensifies with lawmakers citing the president’s remarks and related imagery as part of the record.

Nicole Hardy Trump shouldn't be threatening to tear down the Kennedy Center just because he wants his name on it.

Cher's Son Elijah Allman Indicted on New Hampshire Felony Charge — 3dCher’s son Elijah Blue Allman has been indicted on a felony criminal mischief charge in New Hampshire for the March 1 Windham home break-in, with authorities saying he damaged property by breaking a glass panel and later sat on the occupant’s couch while smoking a cigarette; his arraignment is scheduled for October amid ongoing treatment at a state hospital. He previously faced burglary and breach of bail charges and also faces separate charges and competency proceedings related to a Concord incident at St. Paul’s School, with the overall case timeline paused while he continues treatment.

Burnham Plans First Trump Meeting at UN — 3dBritish Prime Minister Andy Burnham is set to meet US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York, with talks expected to cover Ukraine, the Middle East, energy security, and potential defense hardware for Kyiv. The discussions will also navigate ongoing tensions over Falklands sovereignty, Irish unification, and broader transatlantic relations amid disputes over Iran policy and defense commitments.

Elena Vasquez Energy security talks make sense but Irish unification tensions could easily derail the whole meeting.

US imposes visa curbs on South Africans accused of land seizures — 3dThe United States announced a new visa-restriction policy targeting South African foreign nationals involved in uncompensated land seizures, race-based discrimination, or the incitement of violence, arguing that Pretoria has not adequately addressed these concerns and that relations have deteriorated since President Trump’s first and second terms. Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted the policy as a response to these issues, with reporting across multiple outlets confirming the scope and intent of the sanctions.

Marcus Bell Relations with Pretoria have worsened for years over these issues, so limiting entry for those inciting seizures makes sense.

Illegal Gold Mining Surges on Brazil Indigenous Lands — 3dG Mining Ventures reports a new near-surface gold discovery at Gurupi in Brazil, along with strong drill results at Tocantinzinho, signaling potential for a broader, multi-asset growth pipeline. Separately, IPAM’s analysis shows illegal gold mining on Brazil’s Indigenous lands in the Amazon expanded dramatically, with 2024 areas far larger than 1985 and ongoing mercury contamination and climate-related harms, prompting calls for stronger enforcement, traceability, and Indigenous-led adaptation.

Trump to Mark 9/11 Anniversary at Pentagon — Sep 8, 2026President Trump attended and spoke at 9/11 commemorations, including events at the White House Ellipse and nationwide ceremonies tied to a steel World Trade Center beam that toured the country to honor first responders. In related 9/11 tributes, Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Welles Crowther, announced a new Coast Guard cutter name, and NYC released asbestos-related documents about air conditions after the attacks.

Study Links Diastolic Pressure to Brain LesionsHealth — 5dCampaigns like Know Your Numbers Week are encouraging blood pressure checks amid data showing strong control in parts of the South East and progress in reducing health inequalities, while new research links higher diastolic blood pressure to brain white matter damage and emphasizes the bottom number's importance in assessing vascular health. Experts explain what systolic and diastolic readings mean for overall health, including brain health, and discuss how everyday habits can help manage blood pressure and inform aging-related decisions.

New Yalu River Bridge Nears Opening After Decade — Sep 9, 2026The New Yalu River Bridge linking Sinuiju, North Korea, and Dandong, China, is nearing opening after more than a decade of delays, with North Korea’s customs facilities reportedly complete and satellite imagery showing readiness. If opened, the bridge would become the main road cargo crossing between China and North Korea, boosting cross-border trade and signaling a thaw in Beijing-Pyongyang ties amid North Korea’s evolving relations with Russia.

Study Finds Dogs Distinguish Human Facial EmotionsScience — Sep 10, 2026New science confirms dogs are proficient at reading human emotions through facial expressions, body language, and tone, with happier faces triggering reward-related brain activity while negative expressions elicit distinct neural patterns. Additional findings emphasize that dogs communicate through stillness and other cues, signaling fear or uncertainty as a sophisticated form of social communication rather than mere obedience.

FAA and airline CEOs coordinate rollout of new delay-reduction system — Sep 10, 2026FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford met with major U.S. airline CEOs to push the rollout of SMART, a data-driven traffic-management platform aimed at reducing flight delays and cancellations through predictive routing and tighter scheduling, with initial deployment planned this month. The system is backed by an $875 million contract and endorsements from Airlines for America, signaling a broad transformation of how flights are planned during weather and congestion with potential broader use beyond weather-related disruptions.

Supreme Court Weighs Trump Bid to Expand Voter VerificationPolitics — Sep 8, 2026The Trump administration is asking the Supreme Court to revive or modify the voter verification SAVE database as states review registration records, adding another major election-related case to the court’s docket. Separately, the administration’s push to enforce new federal mail-ballot rules faces legal hurdles with injunctions and Supreme Court review, raising questions about election integrity and potential disenfranchisement while states run upcoming elections.

Shock Numbers: Alcohol-Related Deaths in 2020 Among Adults Under 65 Surpassed COVID-Related DeathsReporting — Mar 22, 2022COVID-19 related deaths among adults younger than 65 were outnumbered by alcohol-related deaths in 2020, according to a report . Alcohol-related deaths in the United States increased by 25% from 2019 to 2020, as The New…

Russia shuts German consulate and cultural centers amid drone attack dispute — Sep 7, 2026Russia has ordered the closure of Germany’s consulate in St. Petersburg by September 18 as a tit-for-tat response to Germany shuttering Russia’s consulates and cultural centers in Bonn and Berlin, signaling a deepening bilateral crisis amid the war in Ukraine. The move follows Berlin’s accusations of a drone attack at Leipzig/Halle and comes with Moscow and Berlin trading blame and warnings of high-stakes escalation, marking a new low in their relations as both sides publicly hold the other responsible.

Maya Lindstrom Diplomatic tit-for-tat rarely fixes anything, but it shows just how frozen these relations have become.

Readystate reveals $20.2 million Compass stake among five new positions — Sep 7, 2026Readystate Asset Management LP expanded its equity holdings across multiple firms in the second quarter, boosting positions in Compass, Bath & Body Works, Liberty Broadband, Helmerich & Payne, and Ormat Technologies, while noting a Compass CEO sale under a pre-arranged trading plan. The moves coincide with broad institutional activity and underscore Readystate’s diversified exposure among consumer, tech, energy, and telecom-related stocks.

Sam Okafor That CEO sale being pre-arranged doesn't stop people from side-eyeing the timing, honestly.

Canadian visits to U.S. drop 25% despite new tourism campaigns — Sep 6, 2026Since Trump returned to office with threats and tariff skirmishes, U.S.–Canada relations have deteriorated, contributing to a significant drop in Canadian travel to the United States and prompting a wave of regional and national tourism promotions to win back visitors. Yet many Canadians remain skeptical of the outreach amid a weak Canadian dollar and broader political tensions, with several observers calling the marketing push a wasted effort.

Chris Dalton Weak loonie plus feeling unwelcome equals an easy decision to vacation somewhere else this year.

NYT unveils new subscriber-only puzzles including Wordle in 1 — Sep 1, 2026The New York Times is expanding its puzzle portfolio with weekly bonus Wordle variants and other games like Strands and Crossword to keep subscribers engaged, including collaborations with celebrities. At the same time, Wordle discussions around puzzle 1901—its dual meanings and challenging clues—along with Strands and related NYT puzzles continue to captivate players and spark ongoing coverage.

Rachel Meyers Honestly I just want more Connections variants, not another Wordle spin-off to keep track of.

Canucks extend young Buium for $75 million, beating new rule deadline — Sep 5, 2026The Vancouver Canucks signed 20-year-old defenceman Zeev Buium to an eight-year contract worth $75 million ($9.38 million AAV), signaling a long-term bet on his potential as the team rebuilds. While management touts his leadership and upside, critics view the deal as a high-risk move for a relatively unproven player with limited NHL experience.

Tom Gallagher Leadership and upside are nice buzzwords but this league is littered with expensive extensions for guys who never lived up to the hype.

Singer Ciara Learns She’s Related to Derek JeterReporting — Jan 3, 2024Singer Ciara learned she is related to former New York Yankees captain Derek Jeter. On Jan. 2, Ciara, 38, appeared on the PBS show “Finding Your Root,” which explores the ancestry of famous people. During the episode…

Morocco Hosts Israeli Envoys, Kushner To Flesh Out New RelationsReporting — Dec 23, 2020Israeli envoys arrived in Morocco on Tuesday to meet the king and flesh out an upgrade of relations that was forged by the White House in a parting foreign policy push by U.S. President Donald Trump. Led by National…

Trump Organization, CFO Expected To Be Charged With Tax-Related Crimes: ReportReporting — Jun 30, 2021The Trump Organization and its chief financial officer Allen Weisselberg are expected to be charged with tax-related crimes, according to a new report. The Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday the Manhattan…

Vance’s Distant Relative Off Transplant List Due to Not Being Vaccinated, Family Says — Feb 13, 2025A 12-year-old girl’s shot at a heart transplant was denied because she has not been vaccinated, per a report. Adaline Deal, who is from Indiana, is a distant relative of Vice President JD Vance, the New York Post…

Bonnie and Clyde Relatives Want Infamous Couple Buried Together: ReportReporting — Jan 16, 2024Relatives of the infamous couple Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow reportedly want them buried together 90 years after their deaths. According to The New York Post , Parker’s niece, Rhea Leen Linder, 89, and Buddy Barrow…

Joy Xu Named Vice President Investor Relations — Jul 23, 2026Joy Xu, aka Qianyi Xu, has focused her career on investor relations and cross-border capital, and since January 2025 she has been Vice President of Investor Relations at New Land Capital to build cross-border pipelines and clearly communicate investment narratives for sustainable urban development. Her background includes a stint as PR Specialist at Youyork Management LLC (February 2023 to January 2025), where she developed PR materials, media relations, and investor outreach to support projects in the United States.

Trump Calls New Charges ‘DOJ Abuse,’ Shares What He Believes Is Behind ThemReporting — Jul 28, 2023Former President Donald Trump is labeling new charges against him a form of harassment. On Thursday, Special Counsel Jack Smith announced new charges related to allegations Trump mishandled classified documents. The new…