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Dolly Parton Honored Posthumously at Americana Awards — 3dAt the 2026 Primetime Emmys, Reba McEntire performed Dolly Parton's 'Appalachian Memories' during the in memoriam segment to honor Parton, who died at 80 after a private battle with cancer, with Sally Field introducing the tribute and archival footage of Parton from 1983. The emotional performance underscored the decades-long friendship between McEntire and Parton and highlighted Parton's Appalachian roots and humanitarian legacy.

Children’s National earns 10th straight Honor Roll spot in U.S. News rankings — 3dChildren's National earned its 10th straight U.S. News Honor Roll spot, ranking top-10 in six specialties with neurology and neurosurgery at No. 5.

Dana Whitfield Cincinnati Children's topping Ohio again makes sense with all those top-20 programs, and it's reassuring for families nearby.

Trump Signs Law Allowing Medal of Honor Monument on National Mall — Sep 10, 2026President Trump signed the Hershel “Woody” Williams National Medal of Honor Monument Location Act, authorizing a future Medal of Honor Monument to be placed in the National Mall Reserve in Washington, D.C., with funding from private donations and a ceremony in San Antonio. The legislation, praised as honoring Medal of Honor recipients and American values, received bipartisan support and aims to situate the monument near the Lincoln Memorial as part of national remembrance.

Dana Whitfield Private donations for the project avoid burdening taxpayers while still recognizing real heroes.

Janney Honors Missing Nancy Guthrie at Emmys — 3dAllison Janney overcame 2 percent odds to win her eighth Emmy, then said she thinks about missing Nancy Guthrie every day. Savannah Guthrie said she was touched and needs help.

Emmys honor Dolly Parton amid wins for The Pitt and Widow’s Bay — 3dAt the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards, The Pitt won Outstanding Drama while Widows Bay dominated the night, and Dolly Parton was honored in a tribute alongside news of fashion icon Bob Mackie’s death. The ceremony also spotlighted book-to-screen adaptations with several winners including Remarkably Bright Creatures, Slow Horses, Palm Royale, Love Story, Bridgerton, and Margo's Got Money Troubles, and highlighted ongoing controversy over Sydney Sweeney’s racy ad campaign promoting a sports-betting app.

Derek Foss The book adaptations sweeping awards shows how strong those stories translate to screen.

Pakistan Pledges to Honor Security Pact If Saudi Arabia Attacked — Sep 9, 2026

Titans Postpone Chris Johnson Ring Induction — 6dThe Tennessee Titans postponed Chris Johnson’s induction into the Ring of Honor because Johnson and his family cannot travel to Nashville due to his ALS diagnosis, with a future date to celebrate the moment and Sunday’s halftime ceremony still honoring his career. The team emphasized support for Johnson and his wife Brittany as they navigate his condition while plans for the induction are reorganized.

Michael J. Fox Receives Major Honor at 2026 Emmys for Parkinson’s Advocacy — 3dMichael J. Fox received the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at Monday night’s Emmy Awards, in recognition of his decades of work raising awareness and funding research into Parkinson’s… — by Andrew Powell

Chris Dalton It's great to see Michael J. Fox get this award after decades fighting for Parkinson's research funding.

U2 to Receive MusiCares 2027 Honor on Band's 50th Anniversary — Sep 10, 2026U2 are named MusiCares 2027 Persons of the Year, celebrated for five decades of music and extensive humanitarian work, with a February gala at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The honor highlights Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton and Larry Mullen Jr.'s philanthropy and impact beyond music.

Priya Raman U2's charity work has always stood out, so this 2027 honor feels well earned after fifty years.

Boston College, Rutgers Honor 9/11 Hero Crowther — 6dBoston College hosted Rutgers for its annual Red Bandanna Game on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, honoring BC alumnus Welles Crowther, the firefighter who helped save multiple lives that day. Both teams wore commemorative uniforms—BC with 'FOR WELLES' and red bandanna motifs, Rutgers with 'Never Forget' and patriotic helmet accents—while Crowther’s family and his Presidential Medal of Freedom recognition were highlighted.

Tom Gallagher His family must feel proud watching the Medal of Freedom get this kind of spotlight at the game.

Trump Honors Charlie Kirk at RNC One Year After Assassination — Sep 10, 2026At the Dallas RNC midterm convention, President Donald Trump honored Charlie Kirk on the eve of the one-year anniversary of Kirk’s assassination, praising Kirk’s work with Turning Point USA and urging voters to resist the radical left and Democrat candidates. He also acknowledged Kirk’s widow Erika, highlighting her continued leadership of the organization and framing the event as a rally of support against the left ahead of the midterms.

IG Metall Demands Volkswagen Honor 2024 Labor DealBusiness — Sep 11, 2026Germany’s IG Metall is mobilizing widespread protests to oppose auto-sector job cuts and a longer workweek while pressuring Volkswagen to honor the 2024 labor deal amid a restructuring that could push up to about 100,000 layoffs; the union has invoked a clause in the agreement to reopen talks, even as strikes remain restricted under current deals. The dispute highlights tensions among labor, management, and government over VW’s turnaround plan and potential plant closures as Europe’s largest carmaker faces intensifying competition and costs.

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

Eastern Catholics mark ancient feast honoring the world's creation — Sep 1, 2026

Dana Whitfield Would love to see more coverage of Eastern Catholic traditions in general, they often get lumped in with Orthodox practices when they're distinct.

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?

Charli XCX Plans Six-Date 2027 European Tour — 6dCharli XCX says the six-date 2027 UK and Europe leg is a deliberate choice to protect her mental and physical health, apologizing to fans while stressing she must honor her truth as an artist. The tour runs six dates in Dublin, Glasgow, Manchester, London, Amsterdam and Paris with Audrey Hobert as opener, following the release of her Music, Fashion, Film era.

Mladić Funeral Draws EU Condemnation Over Honors — Sep 4, 2026EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos canceled her Serbia visit, citing the glorification of Ratko Mladić after his death as incompatible with the EU path, as his body returned to Belgrade for a state funeral with military honors. Reactions from European officials and neighboring governments condemned the tributes, warning they could derail Serbia’s prospects for EU membership and prompting heightened scrutiny of Belgrade’s handling of Mladić’s funeral.

Flag Unfurls at Pentagon on 25th 9/11 Anniversary — Sep 11, 2026As part of 25-year commemorations of the Sept. 11 attacks, a large American flag was unfurled at sunrise on the Pentagon’s west side, with ceremonies and wreath-laying to honor nearly 3,000 victims. President Donald Trump is participating in the Pentagon observance, alongside first responders, Gold Star families, and a traveling steel beam memorial.

Elena Vasquez It's good to see the Pentagon honoring the victims with this flag ceremony on the anniversary.

Bellinger Homer Powers Yankees Past Mets — 6dIn a Subway Series game framed by 9/11 remembrance ceremonies, the Yankees honored first responders with patches and a wreath-laying as Cody Bellinger delivered a decisive three-run homer to power a New York win over the Mets. The events blended memorial tributes with on-field highlights as players from the 2001 Yankees reflected on the tragic anniversary while the current team secured the victory.

Nicole Hardy The first responder tributes felt right at home with the game, especially with those 2001 players reflecting on it all.

25th Anniversary of 9/11 Honors Victims and HeroesWorld — Sep 10, 2026On the anniversaries of Pearl Harbor, JFK's assassination, and especially September 11, 2001, Americans recall where they were and how those events reshaped the nation, with vivid personal recollections spanning generations. As 9/11 marks 25 years, stories focus on health effects for survivors and first responders, concerns about Islamophobia, and the enduring collective memory of that day.

Alina Șerban film takes audience award at Venice close — 5dThe 83rd Venice Film Festival closed with a star-studded red carpet as Maggie Gyllenhaal led the jury, with contenders like NAZA, Possible Love and Wild Horse Nine driving strong showings ahead of the Golden Lion awards, which will be announced along with eight prizes in the evening. The festival also highlighted notable awards buzz and record ovations, signaling a competitive race for multiple honors.

Marcus Bell Those strong ovations for films like NAZA and Wild Horse Nine show how competitive this year got.

Rachel Uchitel Honors 9/11 Fiancé 25 Years Later — Sep 11, 2026Rachel Uchitel marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11 by sharing emotional tributes to her late fiancé, Andy O’Grady, recalling how she watched the World Trade Center collapse and spent years searching for him after he, a Sandler O’Neill managing director on the 104th floor, was killed. The reflections recount their relationship, the shock of the attacks, and the enduring impact of the loss on Uchitel as she remembered their plans to marry.

FC Cincinnati-D.C. United Match Postponed Over Weather — Sep 6, 2026FC Cincinnati's game against D.C. United was postponed due to inclement weather, with field conditions and player safety cited, and it will be rescheduled with tickets honored for the new date.

Maya Lindstrom Better safe than sorry, a bad field can lead to real injuries. Hope they get the makeup date sorted quickly for fans who traveled.

Fort Hood Honors Huey and Olmstead After CrashWorld — Aug 31, 2026Across Virginia, Michigan, Pennsylvania and Texas, communities honored veterans through varied tributes—from a Shenandoah County Fair Veterans Tribute Ceremony to four Jefferson County veterans receiving Quilts of Honor, reflecting ongoing remembrance at local, personal scales. The tributes also included a Fort Hood farewell for Chief Warrant Officer Deontre Huey, a Michigan Afghanistan 13 remembrance event, and a Marine veteran’s long-running Heroes Museum along Route 66, highlighting enduring gratitude and memory for those who served.