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Zelenskyy appoints Kovalskyi acting prosecutor general — 3dZelenskyy 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.

House approves bills on park leases and Indian health needs — 2dThis week’s political highlights include House votes on legislation such as the National Park System Long-Term Lease Investment Act and the Stronger Engagement for Indian Health Needs Act, plus a focus on upcoming November election dates. Ballotpedia notes that New York’s education commissioner was the highest-paid statewide official in 2025 and outlines the ballot-measure landscape, while Pew Research reports demographic differences in ‘working class’ self-identification by education level.

Senate clears 74-24 cloture vote on Protect College Sports Act — 4dA 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.

Groups Warn Funding Shortfalls Could Depress Midterm Turnout — 1dSeveral of the nation’s largest left-leaning voter engagement and racial justice organizations face steep funding shortfalls and staffing cuts as midterm voting ramps up, raising alarms among Democrats that turnout and voter protections could be weakened, especially for communities of color, amid donor pullback since 2024 and no Voting Rights Act protections. These groups warn that reduced funding could hinder registration, GOTV, and defenses against election interference in the Trump era.

Rachel Meyers Parties should step up their own organizing instead of counting on outside groups that always chase the same grants.

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

Obama Urges Democrats to Act on AI — Sep 13, 2026Obama 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.

Trump Signs Russia Sanctions and Tariff Bill — 5dUkraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed the US House’s passage of the Lindsey Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, linking it to Russia’s overnight missile and drone strikes that damaged energy infrastructure and injured civilians across eight regions. He urged that sanctions remain strong and not be eased, calling the bill a powerful tool to pressure Moscow toward peace amid ongoing attacks and renewed diplomacy efforts with partners.

Matthew Rhys First Man to Win Two Lead Emmys in One Night — 5dMatthew 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 — 4dPresident 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 Blocks AI Data Center Cost Bill — 5dThe 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.

Three Openers Withdraw From Sheeran Tour Over Palestine — 5dMacklemore 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.

Reports Debate Alleged Racist Violence Across CountriesPolitics — 3dAcross the US, UK, and India, discussions around 'modern-day lynching' and racially motivated violence are intensifying, with US lawmakers urging investigations into a wave of hangings while critics argue many cases are suicides or misrepresented; in the UK, Amnesty International calls for a stronger government response to escalating racist violence, especially against asylum seekers; in India, a new report documents widespread mob violence from 2014 to 2024 and argues for a broader definition of lynching beyond targeted acts.

Jean Smart Ties Emmy Acting-Wins Record — 6dJean 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.

Kosovo Parliament Approves Kurti’s Fourth Government — Sep 13, 2026Kosovo'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.

Senate Advances College Sports Bill 74-24 — 6dThe 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.

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.

Casting Calls Span Seven U.S. Cities — 3dStacker’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.

India Sets MDR for High-Value UPI PaymentsFinance — 5dIndia’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.

Former Youth Minister Indicted in Multistate Sex-Abuse Case — 4dJeffrey 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.

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.

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?

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