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Meloni Plans School Veil Ban, Foreign-Pupil Caps — 2dMeloni announced to a standing ovation in Rome a school ban on burqas and niqabs, a cap on foreign students per class, and Italian lessons for some parents.

Derek Foss Capping foreign pupils per class risks separating them instead of fixing integration issues at the root.

Michael J. Fox Accepts Humanitarian Award to Emmys Standing Ovation — Sep 15, 2026Michael J. Fox received the Bob Hope Humanitarian Award at the 2026 Emmys to a standing ovation, saying he once hid his Parkinson's diagnosis fearing audiences would stop laughing.

Maya Lindstrom Michael J Fox hiding his Parkinson's to keep audiences laughing shows real dedication to his craft.

Supreme Court Rejects Surrogate’s Custody Appeal — 2dThe Supreme Court declined to intervene in a multi-state surrogacy dispute over a baby with a severe heart defect, letting a California court’s ruling that the genetic parents are the child’s legal guardians stand, while the surrogate sought involvement in the child’s medical decisions. Texas and California courts remain involved in determining the child’s care, with transfers and emergency orders reflecting the life-saving needs of the infant and ongoing legal battles between the surrogate and the genetic parents.

Colin Kaepernick: National Anthem a ‘Bad Song’ — 5dThe former NFL football player who refused to stand for the U.S. National Anthem is now calling it “bad song” musically. Colin Kaepernick appeared on Wednesday’s episode of “The A… — by Sandra Rhodes

Sam Okafor Kaepernick is right that the anthem is tough to sing, but that has nothing to do with why we stand for it.

DNA Analysis Adds Evidence Jefferson Fathered Hemings Children — 2dScholars conclude with near-certain evidence that Thomas Jefferson fathered Sally Hemings’s children, based on DNA analysis using a full Jefferson hair sample and genetic comparisons to Hemings descendants. The findings, developed over years of research and highlighted in multiple outlets, challenge earlier doubts and align with a long-standing historical debate about Jefferson’s paternity.

Illinois Mom’s Husband Stands by Her as Prosecutors Detail Alleged Plot — 5dThe husband of an Illinois mother accused of killing their 2-year-old son continues to support her as prosecutors detail allegations surrounding the child’s death and her behavior… — by Andrew Powell

Raiders defense posts strong early stats with sacks and pressure rate — 19hEarly 2026 defenses across college and the NFL are winning the narrative, with West Virginia, Dallas, Las Vegas, and Pittsburgh all showcasing stronger units even as their offenses struggle or face tougher tests. Las Vegas stands out for its league-leading sacks and top-tier EPA per play due in part to a lockdown secondary, while Pittsburgh’s defense is among the league’s best even as its offense lags, and Dallas and WVU have shown meaningful improvements in coverage and overall standpoints.

Maya Lindstrom Pittsburgh's unit staying elite while the offense lags shows how much a strong defense can carry a team through tough stretches.

Ten Lions Found Dead in Tanzania, Probe Underway — 3dTen lions were found dead in Tanzania’s Ngorongoro Conservation Area, with preliminary findings suggesting poisoning as the cause and authorities launching an expert investigation amid long-standing tensions with the local Maasai community over evictions. The incident echoes broader regional wildlife-poisoning concerns, including recent elephant deaths near Kenya’s Amboseli ecosystem.

Derek Foss This poisoning shows how badly human-wildlife conflicts need real solutions before more animals die.

Warren Buffett Steps Down as Berkshire Chairman, Son Howard Elected — 4dWarren 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.

JJ Spaun Wins BMW PGA Championship Debut — 5dJJ Spaun won the 2026 BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth with a 17-under 271 to edge a crowded leaderboard, as Manuel Elvira and Filippo Celli led the field in the third round and Rory McIlroy stayed within two of the lead heading into the final day. The event opened with Aaron Rai and Joakim Lagergren atop the standings, while big-name players such as Koepka, Rahm, and Fleetwood missed the cut amid a challenging setup and deep field.

Earthquakes Rally From Two-Goal Deficit, Draw LAFC — 5dThe San Jose Earthquakes rallied from a two-goal deficit to draw 2-2 with LAFC after a red card for LAFC’s Aaron Long and a late equalizer from Reid Roberts, with Son Heung-min scoring and Timo Werner providing the assist that sparked the comeback. The result extends the Quakes’ unbeaten run and keeps them above LAFC in the standings as both teams push toward the playoffs, with Levi’s Stadium hosting the world-stage setting of a 2026 World Cup match.

Five Small Towns Highlight Regional History, ArchitectureLifestyle — 6dA collection of profiles highlights small, little-known American towns—Monticello (Florida), Rico (Colorado), Spring Lake (New Jersey), Dayton (Virginia), and Pendleton (South Carolina)—as overlooked gems defined by historic architecture, stunning natural surroundings, and a laid-back, welcoming pace that contrast with more tourist-heavy destinations. Each piece emphasizes preserved town character, scenic beauty, and a sense of community that makes these places stand out despite their under-the-radar status.

Caleb Flynn Murder Trial Underway in OhioEntertainment — Sep 15, 2026Caleb Flynn, a former pastor and American Idol contestant, is set to stand trial in Ohio on charges including aggravated murder for the shooting death of his wife, Ashley Flynn, whom prosecutors say he killed and then staged to look like a break-in. The case centers on a chaotic 911 call, the couple’s two daughters, and a two‑week jury trial in which Flynn’s defense argues the evidence may not prove the charges beyond a reasonable doubt.

Angels Hand Mariners First Losing Season Since 2019 — Sep 15, 2026Angels pitcher Ryan Johnson delivered six strong innings to beat the Mariners 2-1, with Josh Lowe supplying the go-ahead homer as Johnson continued to stake his claim in the Angels’ rotation, boasting a 2.03 ERA over his last eight starts. Seattle’s playoff hopes dimmed as the loss marked another setback for a Mariners team that has struggled to support its pitching and remained in a tenuous position in the standings.

Derek Foss Mariners offense keeps letting their pitching down at the worst possible time this season.

Vance Campaigns Across Midwest as GOP Defends Seats — Sep 14, 2026JD Vance is actively campaigning in Kansas and Iowa as a top Republican surrogate to bolster Senate candidates Roger Marshall and other GOP nominees, while Democrats push in traditionally red states where races have unexpectedly narrowed. The tour underscores GOP anxiety about the midterm map amid concerns over Iran policy and President Trump’s standing, with Kansas’s Hamilton challenging Marshall and national observers noting the effort as a broader push in red-to-purple terrain.

Jonathan Alder Girls Soccer Routs Kenton Ridge 10-0 — Sep 11, 2026Two women's soccer matches highlighted dominant performances: Texas Tech's boxscore shows multiple goals from Kaitlyn Giametta and others in a win over Kent State, while Jonathan Alder's Kennedy McGrath propelled a 10-0 rout of Kenton Ridge to top the Kenton Trail Division standings.

Derek Foss Kennedy McGrath clearly carried the team in that 10-0 blowout over Kenton Ridge.

Haiden Deegan Sweeps Columbus for First 450 Win — Sep 12, 2026Haiden Deegan earned his first-ever 450-class win and swept Round 1 of the 2026 SuperMotocross Playoffs in Columbus, overcoming mud and weather delays that affected qualifying. Prado took the red plate by two points as the championship battle tightens, with Roczen and Webb closing strong and Hunter Lawrence crashing early to leave the standings in flux.

Jared Kim Deegan finally breaking through for that first 450 win in tough mud conditions looks like a real turning point for him this year.

Xi Urges BRICS Role in Middle East Peace — Sep 12, 2026At the BRICS summit in New Delhi, Xi Jinping urged BRICS to play a pioneering and responsible role in maintaining peace and stability in the Middle East and Gulf region, stressing that the war there harms regional people and does not serve the international community. He also called on BRICS members to stand on the right side of history and collaborate with China to achieve constructive peace in the area.

Tom Gallagher BRICS nations have little leverage in the Gulf compared to the US or EU, so this push feels mostly symbolic.

Houston Dash fires coach Gautrat and technical director Kilgore, names interim — Sep 13, 2026The Houston Dash fired head coach Fabrice Gautrat and technical director Twila Kilgore, with Jaime Frias named interim head coach for the remainder of the season as the team conducts a search for its next leader. The changes come amid a slump near the bottom of the NWSL standings, six games left in the season, and reiterated commitments from club president Angela Hucles Mangano about pursuing long-term ambitions.

Priya Raman Interim coach Frias has a tough job ahead stabilizing the squad while the front office looks for new leadership.

Stand With Crypto endorses 32 House candidates — Aug 24, 2026Stand With Crypto, a Coinbase-backed advocacy group, has endorsed 32 House candidates for the 2026 midterms, signaling a broad industry push to shape crypto policy across parties as it aims to influence Senate picks later. The group also rolled out a refreshed Voter Hub to show voters where candidates stand on crypto issues and uses support for the CLARITY Act as a litmus test for endorsement decisions.

Trump Asks Congress To Stand If Their Duty Is To American Citizens: Guess Who Didn’t Stand? — Feb 25, 2026Democrats remained seated on Tuesday when President Donald Trump gave them to chance to stand in solidarity with U.S. citizens over illegal immigrants. Trump asked all members of Congress who agree with the statement…

Lahaina Home Stands Untouched Amid Wildfire Destruction in MauiReporting — Aug 22, 2023Among the devastation left behind by the Maui wildfires, a single Lahaina home stands untouched. Images display the house with the red roof on Front Street still standing in good condition, surrounded by remnants of…

Earthquakes, Dynamo Set for Western Conference Clash — Sep 11, 2026The San Jose Earthquakes host the Houston Dynamo in a Western Conference clash as both teams push for momentum after tight recent results, with San Jose showing improved form following a rough stretch and Houston aiming to rebound from uneven results. The teams drew 0-0 in their last meeting, and the matchup remains key in the standings as they jockey for position in the West.

Derek Foss These two always play cagey matches and another low scoring draw would not surprise me at all.

No. 1 Montana State defeats FBS Nevada 20-7 — Sep 11, 2026Montana State defeated Nevada 20-7 at Mackay Stadium, extending its school-record 17-game win streak and handing the Wolf Pack a tough nonconference loss as an FBS opponent. The game was marked by MSU’s first-half takeaways and Nevada’s penalties, with defensive stands and key plays shaping the outcome amid the Choate reunion narrative.

Rachel Meyers Nevada's penalties kept killing drives and handed Montana State easy opportunities to pull ahead.

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