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Warren Buffett Steps Down as Berkshire Chairman, Son Howard Elected — 13hWarren Buffett steps down as Berkshire Hathaway chairman, becoming chairman emeritus, with his son Howard Buffett succeeding him as chairman under Berkshire’s long-standing succession plan; Greg Abel remains CEO and Susan Decker remains lead independent director as the company continues its governance transition. The moves cap a decades-long transformation and reflect confidence in Berkshire’s future leadership and culture.

Sam Okafor Buffett handing the chair to Howard while keeping Abel as CEO looks like a smart way to preserve what made Berkshire work for decades.

Hitachi Energy Plans $528M Mississippi Factory, 654 Jobs — 3dHitachi Energy will invest $528 million in a Gallman, Mississippi transformer plant expected to create 654 jobs; Gov. Reeves called the choice a massive win for the state.

Derek Foss It's smart to expand transformer production here instead of relying on imports, though waiting until 2029 feels slow.

The Eucharistic Miracle of SokolkaGood News — FROM 2009Host transforms into heart tissue

Macrina the Younger Turns Family Estate into MonasteryGood News — FROM 370Sister transforms household into community of prayer and charity.

Shenyang Conference Hears Call to Scale AI and EV Products — Sep 11, 2026The 2026 Global Industrial Internet Conference opened in Shenyang on September 9, bringing together global industry leaders to showcase progress in China’s industrial internet, ecosystem development, and Liaoning’s intelligent upgrading. Discussions highlighted the Shenyang-Dalian machine tool cluster’s breakthroughs, and urged enterprises to sharpen features, scale, and connect with emerging sectors like AI, computing power, and new energy vehicles, while energy and storage forums emphasize green transformation and digital transformation strategies.

Tom Gallagher Shenyang's machine tool strengths could really accelerate if they push harder into AI integration and EV supply chains.

Faith stories link personal trials with renewal in books and service — 3dA wave of faith-centered storytelling and outreach highlights resilience, spiritual renewal, and purposeful living, from personal testimonies and interviews to foundations supporting families and students. The pieces feature Joan Schreiner’s journey of transformation, Piper Goodwin’s legacy through Piper’s Purpose, Kirk Franklin’s candid reflections on faith and fame, Frank Kelly III’s call to live with purpose, and David Piper’s illustrated exploration of inner renewal.

Prada Expands Milan Flagship Into Eight-Level Luxury Hub — 3dPrada has transformed its Milan flagship in the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II into an eight-level private-client hub that links the former separate menswear and womenswear stores with an underground passage, adds private shopping spaces, a permanent exhibition and private-dining apartments, and connects to the Marchesi patisserie. The project, which features works by Damien Hirst and aims to generate about €100 million in annual revenue while focusing on experiential luxury for top clients, is framed as a broader shift toward hospitality and experiences alongside iconic retail.

Cellectis Exits Two CAR-T Programs, Advances Gene Editing — 4dCellectis announced a strategic transformation to become an in vivo gene editing company, shifting resources to two lead programs HEAL-101 and HEAL-201 for severe dyslipidemias and exiting lasme-cel and eti-cel to extend its cash runway into the second half of 2028, while realigning its operating model around the in vivo pipeline. Phase 1 data are planned for HEAL-101 in the second half of 2027 and for HEAL-201 in the first half of 2028, with ongoing cell therapy partnerships and a September 14 conference call to discuss updates.

Dana Whitfield Exiting the CAR-T candidates to reach 2028 cash runway is understandable but leaves them with pretty distant phase 1 readouts.

New York Fashion Week Shifts to Creator Brand Events and Deals — Sep 9, 2026"New York Fashion Week has evolved into the biggest creator activation of the fall, as agencies deploy large creator rosters, coordinators, and branded experiences that go beyond runway shows, often with fees to attend and to post. The shift over the past eight years has transformed Fashion Week into a revenue-heavy, influencer-driven ecosystem, branded as a ‘Super Bowl’ for creators where access and visibility drive significant value for talent and brands."

Maya Lindstrom It's a shame Fashion Week now prioritizes paid creator deals over genuine runway innovation and access.

Law Firms Announce Multiple Investor Lawsuit DeadlinesBusiness — Sep 8, 2026Investors are being urged to participate in or monitor securities class-action lawsuits against XTI Aerospace, Papa John’s International, and Pentair, with lead-plaintiff deadlines from late September to early November 2026. The suits allege the companies made false or misleading statements and failed to disclose material risks related to governance, transformation efforts, and financial results, contributing to stock-price declines.

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.

Man Who Transformed Himself Into ‘Alien’ Hits Problem as He’s ‘Barred from Restaurants’Reporting — Jan 25, 2023A thirtysomething tattoo artist who has undergone multiple body-mutilating surgeries to transform himself into a “black alien” laments that he has been “ barred from restaurants ” and has trouble securing employment…

Fast Wildfires Threaten Western Forest RecoveryEnvironment — Sep 8, 2026New studies across the West show that faster, hotter wildfires driven by climate change are causing deeper ecological damage and slowing forest recovery, potentially transforming landscapes from dense forests to shrublands. In response, communities are stepping up mitigation and fuels-reduction efforts—from prescribed burns and defensible space around homes to Indigenous-led fire management and proactive suppression strategies—while officials note the need for a broader, proactive approach as fire seasons lengthen and intensify.

Thomas Campbell Discusses Mission to Transform CommunitiesLifestyle — Jul 24, 2026Thomas Campbell, founder of The Light Project and author of From Ashes Into the Light, describes his journey from childhood homelessness to leading a global movement focused on 24-hour Lighthouse Transformation Centers that provide resources, support, and restoration. The interview highlights transformational leadership, living with purpose, faith, and collaboration across nonprofits, businesses, churches, and educators to build hopeful, inclusive communities.

‘The Mighty Ducks’ Star Shares Transformation of 2-Year SobrietyReporting — Jan 31, 2022Shaun Weiss, known as the child actor who starred in the Disney movie “The Mighty Ducks,” took to his Instagram to showcase his amazing transformation of having two years of sobriety after overcoming an addiction to…

Lightning Strikes Causes Transformer To Burst Into Flames In South Carolina — Aug 12, 2025A sudden flash lit up the sky over Mount Pleasant, South Carolina, on Monday morning as a lightning bolt struck with such force it exploded an electrical transformer along Highway 17. The strike happened during a band…

WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to retire after transformative, tumultuous tenure — Sep 4, 2026Cathy Engelbert announced she will retire as WNBA commissioner after the 2026 season, concluding a seven-year tenure that drove record growth, major media deals, and expanded the league while drawing scrutiny over leadership and player relations. Reactions were mixed, with praise from NBA's Adam Silver and notable critics like Stephen A. Smith, alongside ongoing discussions about succession planning and the future direction of the league.

Dana Whitfield Whoever takes over next needs to actually listen to the players from day one, that was the biggest complaint about Engelbert's whole run.

DHS Outlays Estimated at $1.4 Trillion Since 9/11Politics — Sep 7, 2026Twenty-five years after 9/11, the creation of the Department of Homeland Security and the Office of the Director of National Intelligence transformed U.S. security architecture, but observers question whether they deliver value beyond terrorism-focused aims as they incorporate border enforcement, cybersecurity, and disaster response into a growing budget. Spending has ballooned into the trillions since 2003, with DHS alone rising from about $31 billion to near $118 billion planned for 2027, and much of the outlay going to non-terrorism missions while the TSA reshaped aviation security.

How Zenith's 1950 Lazy Bone remote turned viewers into channel surfers — Sep 4, 2026The articles trace the TV remote’s evolution from Zenith’s 1950 Lazy Bone to wireless and infrared remotes, highlighting how the device transformed channel surfing, programming, and viewer behavior across decades. They also note downsides like lost remotes and battery failures, with culture-clash anecdotes such as the fearsome first remote designs and a critic’s comparison of losing a remote to losing a phone, underscoring the remote’s enduring impact on television viewing.

Derek Foss Funny how losing the remote in the couch cushions is basically a universal human experience now, some things never change.

Origami-Inspired ‘Transformer Bots’ Revolutionize Space Travel With Shape-Shifting Capabilities‌ ‌ — Aug 27, 2024The team was able to move the cubes into more than 1,000 shapes using only three active motors. JIE YIN, NC STATE UNIVERSITY VIA SWNS. “> CAROLINA BEACH, N.C. — New shape-shifting ‘Transformer bots&rsquo…

Western Classics, Gunsmoke Mark Enduring LegacyEntertainment — Sep 7, 2026Across five pieces, John Wayne is shown as a transformative figure in American Western cinema: he famously passed on Gunsmoke but helped launch James Arness as Matt Dillon, altered directors’ perceptions of his acting after Red River, and his collaborations and productions shaped later classics like Seven Men from Now; concurrent reflections include the screenplay prestige of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid and ongoing rankings of Wayne-era Westerns in lists. The articles also note the enduring legacy of Wayne’s influence on the genre, highlighting behind-the-scenes decisions and critical reassessments of his range.

Adobe names Chakravarthy CEO, Narayen exec chair as AI race heats up — Sep 3, 2026Adobe named Anil Chakravarthy, previously leading the Customer Experience Orchestration and worldwide field operations, as its next CEO and president, with Shantanu Narayen transitioning to executive chair as the company pursues an AI-driven transformation. The leadership shakeup is set to take effect on December 1, 2026, across multiple articles detailing Chakravarthy’s prior achievements and the strategic leadership change.

Dana Whitfield Narayen staying on as exec chair tells me the board wants continuity, not a total reset. Smart way to hand off without spooking anyone.

Jeremiah Smith downplays NFL buzz to focus on Ohio State legacy — Sep 3, 2026Jeremiah Smith is projected to be the NFL’s first non-quarterback and is poised to become Ohio State’s all-time leader in receptions, yards, and touchdowns, while pursuing national honors such as the Biletnikoff Trophy and a Heisman-like legacy. Coaches and peers frame him as a transformative star who could anchor back-to-back Buckeyes championships as he balances pro readiness with continued college dominance.

Publishers Sue OpenAI as DOJ Backs AI TrainingTech — Sep 3, 2026The U.S. Justice Department has filed statements of interest in multiple copyright cases, arguing that training large language models on copyrighted texts is a transformative fair use and essential for national security, innovation, and economic competitiveness. The filings largely back OpenAI in its disputes with The New York Times and other publishers, signaling a broad government stance aimed at preserving American leadership in AI amid global legal debates.