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Jon Stewart Weighs In on Trump’s Hectic Summer — Sep 9, 2026

Sam Okafor Stewart's comments show the usual media spin without addressing the actual results from those meetings.

Summer Box Office Hits $4.67 Billion Despite Fewer Tickets SoldEntertainment — Sep 7, 2026

France records nearly 8,000 excess deaths amid repeated heatwaves — 2dFrance recorded at least 817 excess deaths between July 27 and August 20 amid a heatwave, bringing the total since June to nearly 8,000; most victims were people aged 75 and older. Health authorities caution the figures are provisional and not all deaths are directly attributed to heat, as the summer 2026 was the hottest on record in the country.

Chris Dalton These repeated heatwaves are clearly overwhelming vulnerable groups and France should prioritize cooling measures before next year.

2026 Summer Sets Global and U.S. Heat Records — Sep 7, 2026Arizona's monsoon produced rainfall near normal in Flagstaff, while Albuquerque posted the hottest August on record and a hotter-than-normal, drought-plagued summer across the region; Grand Junction also logged a scorching summer with numerous 100-degree days. Hawaii experienced an unusually wet August—the second-wettest on record due to Hurricane Lala—after which Northwest Arkansas faced potential Labor Day heat records and a stretch of extreme heat dates.

Kobe Bryant’s Obsession Fueled Five NBA Championships — 2dKobe Bryant, coming straight from Lower Merion High School after a standout senior year, was drafted 13th in 1996 and initially had a modest rookie season before proving his scoring potential in Summer League and early NBA play. In Los Angeles, his fearless mindset and drive for leadership clashed with Tex Winter’s triangle offense alongside Shaquille O’Neal, a dynamic teammates like Nick Van Exel described as unafraid and willing to challenge even Michael Jordan.

Drake's 'Fear of Missing Out' Is a Film Premiere, Not Album — 4dDrake is releasing Fear of Missing Out as a self-funded, not-so-short film premiering September 15 across YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Music, described as a visual project built around one summer and directed and scored by his creative circle. He emphasizes the peace of the project as a statement on meaningful music videos and delivers a blunt life motto—“Nobody is coming to save you.”

Seasonal Recipe Guides Span Cookouts, Salads, Sandwiches — Sep 4, 2026A set of summer and Labor Day cooking guides showcase fast, make-ahead dinners, crisp salads, and versatile grill-friendly mains, sides, and desserts to suit warm-weather gatherings. Highlights include freezer-friendly slow-cooker dinners, quick summer salads with crunchy elements and fruit accents, smoked and grilled mains for long weekends, and inventive sandwich recipes.

Chris Dalton Made the freezer slow-cooker chicken last week and it saved my sanity during a busy work trip.

Eastern U.S. Expects Cooler Labor Day WeatherWeather — Sep 3, 2026Weather across multiple states is delivering a gradual shift from comfortable late-summer warmth to fall-like conditions around Labor Day, with scattered showers and coastal rip currents in Massachusetts, cool nights in Kentucky as daylight shortens, and a return to milder, sunny days in Pittsburgh. Additionally, drought, heat and uneven summer rainfall could dull fall foliage in various parts of the country this year.

Fashion Guides Highlight Affordable Fall Layers — Sep 10, 2026As fall approaches, editors emphasize versatile, lightweight layers—from cardigans and sweater vests to transitional jackets and shackets—that keep outfits flexible in changing weather while sticking to budget-friendly picks. Highlights include under-$100 staples from Nordstrom, a curated under-$350 fall edit from brands like J.Crew and Reformation, and easy-to-style knits and outerwear for seamless summer-to-fall transitions.

Kimmel’s ABC Future Uncertain After Exit Report — Sep 8, 2026Jimmy Kimmel Live! is continuing into its 24th season with Kimmel returning from a voluntary summer break on Sept. 8, signaling ongoing longevity for the late-night franchise. The show has weathered political backlash, suspensions, and landmark moments such as taping the 4,000th episode, while navigating guest hosts and high-profile political humor.

More Than 90 Percent of Summer Protests Were Peaceful, Report ShowsReporting — Sep 4, 2020While there were news reports about the summer protests that escalated to violence, rioting, and looting, more than 90% of summer protests were considered nonviolent and peaceful, per a recent report. The non-profit…

Americans’ Summer Vacations on Chopping Block Thanks to BidenReporting — May 16, 2022For many families in Joe Biden’s America, going on vacation this summer means going for broke — literally. This summer, with lockdowns in tatters and everything open that opens, vacation planning has been going on at a…

Obama’s ‘Summer Playlist’ Backfires After Artist He Included Responds with 2 Brutal WordsOpinion — Jul 24, 2023Few summer “traditions” are more media generated than the annual unveiling of former President Barack Obama’s “Summer Playlist.” The tradition, which appears to have begun in 2015, has the former president put out a…

Larry Summers Steps Down from OpenAI Board Amid Epstein Email Fallout — Nov 19, 2025Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers announced Wednesday that he is resigning from the board of OpenAI. According to CBS News , Summers is stepping away from several other public positions following the disclosure of…

Angel Yin makes Solheim Cup team after 35-pound illness struggle — Sep 9, 2026Angel Yin says she’s ready to compete for the United States in the Solheim Cup after recovering from a severe stomach illness that sidelined her for two months and a summer that saw her shed 35 pounds; despite a rocky comeback and recent poor results, she has the U.S. captain’s backing and remains central to America’s plan to defend the cup. Her case highlights both the trust the team places in her and questions about whether she’ll deliver in the high-stakes matches against Europe this week.

Marcus Bell Losing 35 pounds from being sick for two months is rough, and her recent play shows it. Not sure she's ready to carry the team against Europe.

Ex-Clinton Cabinet Member Larry Summers Resigns From OpenAI Board Over Epstein Scandal — Nov 19, 2025Former Clinton-era Treasury Secretary Larry Summers resigned from the OpenAI board on Wednesday after emails showed his association with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Summers’ resignation followed his decision to back…

Glen Powell calls Michelle Randolph relationship 'very serious' amid engagement rumors — Sep 3, 2026Glen Powell and Michelle Randolph have publicly solidified a serious romance, with Powell confirming the relationship on TMZ and the couple going Instagram official this summer, while Randolph emphasizes keeping private life private and both avoiding engagement speculation for now.

Tom Gallagher Engagement rumors always start the second two people are seen together more than twice, people need to chill.

Here’s Why Electric Bills Will Be Soaring This Summer — Jun 3, 2026As summer temperatures climb, so will electricity bills for millions of Americans. For families already dealing with higher costs for housing, groceries, insurance, and other essentials, another increase is becoming…

MLS Sets Records With $370 Million Spent and $218 Million Earned on Transfers — Sep 9, 2026MLS posted a record-breaking 2026 transfer window, with spending around $370 million across two windows and substantial outbound revenue, while a cash-for-player rule and a shift toward younger players helped drive activity and versatility in spending. The season also highlighted growing investments across the league, including a strong summer window that pushed total expenditures higher and signaled ongoing calendar alignment and development strategies to sustain growth.

Rachel Meyers MLS spending that much on transfers shows real growth, but smaller clubs might struggle to compete long term.

Energy secretary predicts gas prices will fall despite record Labor Day costs — Sep 6, 2026Gasoline prices are expected to ease as the summer driving season ends and refinery output is boosted, despite ongoing tensions in the Middle East and related supply concerns. The Trump administration is pursuing higher production and strategic moves, including a deal on Venezuelan oil reserves, to lower U.S. fuel costs even as market volatility persists.

Marcus Bell Prices always seem to "ease" right after they hammer us on the holiday weekend. Funny how that timing works out.

Americans Head Into Summer With ‘New Set of Challenges’ This YearReporting — Jun 10, 2022Americans are planning out their summer vacations and COVID-19 cases are not their only concern. According to a report by Morning Consult , inflation and rising gas prices are proving to be more of a concern for…

The Ice Bucket Challenge Freezes for a CureGood News — FROM 201417 million buckets of ice water later, the internet's silliest summer raised $220 million — and helped find new ALS genes.

Donna Summer Estate Sues YeReporting — Feb 27, 2024Rap singer Kanye West isn’t feeling the love. That’s because West, now known as Ye, is being sued by the estate of Donna Summer, according to Reuters , which reported a lawsuit was filed in California federal court…

Biden Says Challenging for US To Reach Herd Immunity By Summer’s EndReporting — Feb 8, 2021President Joe Biden said that it will be difficult for the United States to reach herd immunity, at least 75% of the population inoculated against the coronavirus, by the end of this summer. “The idea that this can be…