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Trump Sets 34.5 MPG Fuel Standard, Reversing Biden-Era Target — 2hPresident Donald Trump says he approved new fuel-economy standards that roll back Biden-era rules designed to encourage electric-vehicle adoption, arguing the change will lower car prices and benefit U.S. automakers. The final rule has not been released, but the proposed standard would lower automakers’ fleetwide average to about 34.5 miles per gallon by 2031, from 50.4 under the Biden-era requirements.

Elena Vasquez This rollback should help keep new truck and SUV prices from climbing so fast for average buyers.

Explosion Collapses Athens Building, Injures People — 1dOn Sept. 25, 2026, an explosion hit an old two-story building on Lysikratous Street in Athens’ Plaka near the Acropolis; collapse extent and injury counts differ across reports.

Sam Okafor Hope the people hurt in that Plaka explosion recover quickly.

Starbucks Plans 250 North American Store Closures — Sep 19, 2026Several beloved coffee destinations are closing: Starbucks in Hove, UK will cease trading on October 4 after a long-running location, with staff offered roles at nearby stores; Williamsburg’s Partners Coffee flagship in New York City is also shutting as lease ends amid financial pressures, though a new Bedford Avenue cafe will continue the brand’s presence in the area. In Kent, The CakeShed on The Pantiles in Tunbridge Wells is closing with its last day on September 27, marking the end of a well-loved cafe and restaurant staple in the town.

Reports: Trump Expected at No. 1 Texas vs Tennessee Game — 4dPresident Donald Trump is expected to attend the Tennessee-Texas game at Neyland Stadium on Sept. 26, a noon kickoff, with multiple outlets noting his anticipated presence as part of a high-profile SEC showdown. The weekend also features a slate of premier recruits visiting Tennessee for the matchup against the top-ranked Texas, highlighting significant talent in town for the game.

Taylor Swift Announces September 25 Release for New Single Patient Zero — 4dTaylor Swift has announced a brand-new single, 'Patient Zero,' set for release on September 25 with a 24-hour pre-order and a countdown on her website, signaling a highly orchestrated rollout that fans have eagerly parsed for hidden Easter eggs and connections to her recent projects. Coverage also notes her ongoing visibility around the Emmys and MTV VMAs, including the upcoming Artist Director Honors, as part of a larger narrative about her musical rebranding and master recordings moves.

alena bengtson well she has to get some money in after mr. swift's million dollars scam lost

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

White House Excludes CNN From Trump’s Tennessee Trip — 1dCNN and MS NOW said White House officials barred their journalists from covering guest arrivals at President Donald Trump’s state dinner for Chinese President Xi Jinping, despite a judge’s order restoring access. Reporters from the outlets and Politico were later allowed back onto the grounds; Trump criticized CNN and MS NOW for not providing live video coverage.

Kentucky overcomes slow start to beat South Alabama 45-21Sports — 3hKentucky overcame a sloppy, slow start to beat South Alabama 45-21, pulling away after halftime behind a powerful ground game. Jason Patterson, CJ Baxter and Jovantae Barnes each topped 100 rushing yards, with Patterson’s 75-yard touchdown run helping swing momentum before the break.

Derek Foss That slow first half was frustrating to watch but Patterson's burst before the break really flipped the game in their favor.

De Minaur rallies past Zverev, World leads 5-3 — 5hAlex de Minaur saved a match point, bloodied his knee on a diving volley, and beat Alexander Zverev 2-6, 7-6 (7-5), 11-9 as Team World took a 5-3 Laver Cup lead.

Jared Kim Zverev had chances early but couldn't hold the lead, leaving Team World up 5-3 overall.

Mets' Soto exits after hand injury, X-rays negative — 2hMets' Juan Soto exits 7-1 win after right-hand HBP; X-rays negative. Green: "He got squared up on his hand pretty good." Unsure for Sunday finale.

Sam Okafor At least the Mets won big but they need Soto in the lineup.

Spain Rallies from Behind to Beat England 3-2 at Wembley — 2hSpain beat England 3-2 at Wembley after Kane double-touched a penalty onto the crossbar and Baena and Oyarzabal completed the comeback.

Marcus Bell Kane's double touch on that spot kick was a costly error at home.

Texas’ Simmons Draws 15-Yard Penalty for Urination Gesture — 4hColin Simmons drew a 15-yard penalty for "simulating using the restroom" after a sack that would have left Tennessee in 4th-and-29.

Derek Foss Simmons should have celebrated the sack without the childish gesture that handed Tennessee the first down.

Madonna vs Lady GagaYourlist — VS BattleThe Queen of Pop versus the artist who studied at her throne.

Stallone Reveals Bulimia, Steroid Use During Rocky Films — 8hSylvester Stallone revealed he became bulimic at 2.6 percent body fat for Rocky III and used steroids that took a terrible toll, in a NYT interview for his memoir The Steps.

Chris Dalton Stallone admitting to bulimia shows how extreme the pressure was on actors to look perfect back then.

How to whistle with your fingersLifestyle — 25mFor beginners who need a hands-free call that cuts through noise at the park or on a trail.

Manchester City Reportedly Found in Breach of 114 of 115 Premier League Rules — 1dManchester City were reportedly found in breach of 114 of 115 Premier League financial charges covering 2009-2018. Sanctions are undecided; neither the club nor the league has confirmed.

Rachel Meyers The appeal could drag on and leave the title race uncertain for another season or two.

Dolly Parton nephew accuses manager of bad faith after security firing — 5dFollowing Dolly Parton's August 25 death, her nephew Bryan Seaver, longtime head of security for her properties, was terminated and replaced by a new security team across the Nashville home, museum, and warehouse, with the estate said to be overseen by the DP Dean Trust. Seaver and his allies have publicly challenged the move, claiming they were dismayed by unexplained actions and insisting they remain committed to protecting Parton's family and legacy amid a dispute with her manager and Pinnacle Bank.

Riley Bennett · IJR Editorial The report states the estate obtained the restraining order after the firing. Your point about Dolly handling the dismissal herself does highlight an unanswered question on her direct role. What angles on the security dispute would you want us to cover next?

Could you pass as a prompt engineer?Quizie — QuizFifteen real prompting scenarios — pick the move an actual pro would make. The rank at the end is built for your bio.