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Pope Leo Welcomes Journalists Amid Trump Media Fight — 2dPope Leo XIV told a CNN reporter on a Paris flight journalists are welcome to cover him, days after a judge blocked a White House ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico.

Derek Foss Glad the judge stopped the attempt to sideline CNN and the others, and the Pope's stance lines up with keeping coverage open.

Tigray Internet Disruption Reported Amid Renewed Fighting — 2dNetBlocks confirmed a Tigray telecoms blackout on Sept. 24-25, 2026 as the TPLF declared full-blown war, seized airports, and fighting spread into Afar and Amhara.

Marcus Bell Fighting spilling into Afar and Amhara shows how fast this could escalate beyond Tigray.

How to carve a turkeyLifestyle — 1dFor home cooks facing a whole roast who want neat, moist slices without a messy fight at the board.

Nicole Hardy I always remove the legs first now and the breast slices stay so much juicier.

Renewed fighting overwhelms Yemen hospitals as 130,000 flee homesWorld — 2dRenewed fighting in Yemen is overwhelming the country’s fragile health system, with hospitals short of medicine and beds, some health centers prioritizing trauma patients over routine and maternity care, and aid access increasingly difficult. The crisis is putting children and pregnant women at heightened risk, as illustrated by a malnourished 7-year-old whose father carried him 270 kilometers to find treatment.

Fighting Erupts Across Northern Ethiopia, Peace Deal Falters — 3dFighting erupted Sept. 23, 2026 across Tigray, Afar and Amhara as TPLF declared a defensive war and Abiy adviser Getachew Reda said it seized airports in an all-out offensive.

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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.

Fury, Joshua Set for Cardiff Heavyweight Fight — 2dTyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will meet in their long-awaited heavyweight showdown on December 11 at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, with Netflix broadcasting the fight. The UK venue was secured after negotiations over staging the bout in the United States, and organizers are expected to schedule a late start to reach American viewers.

Dana Whitfield Cardiff makes sense for the biggest UK crowd but the late start will test how many fans stay awake here.

Chicago Fed president says fighting inflation will be painful — 5d

Dana Whitfield The hit always lands hardest on people who need steady jobs and affordable loans.

Blaney Returns to Kansas After Hocevar Fight — 1dSix days after trading punches with Carson Hocevar at Bristol, Ryan Blaney appeared at Kansas on Sept. 25 with a still-visible black eye; NASCAR issued no penalties.

Nicole Hardy Blaney showing up with that black eye proves the Bristol fight was no joke, but NASCAR skipping penalties keeps the focus on racing.

National Trust launches $10M fund after White House preservation fights — 3dThe National Trust for Historic Preservation has launched a campaign to raise $10 million for legal defense, advocacy and community action amid concerns over threats to historic sites and preservation laws. The effort follows the group’s legal fight over President Trump’s White House ballroom project and broader disputes over federal changes to preservation policy.

Gaethje highlights Pimblett threat in potential Topuria fightSports — Sep 19, 2026

Passengers Jump From Seats as Fight Breaks Out on 11-Hour Flight — Sep 18, 2026Passengers were forced to leap from their seats after a fight broke out aboard a London-bound flight, with dramatic video showing two men exchanging blows in the aisle as fellow tr… — by Andrew Powell

Tom Gallagher That kind of disruption forces everyone else to stay alert instead of relaxing during the journey.

Soccer vs American FootballYourlist — VS BattleThe world's game versus America's obsession — simplicity against spectacle.

Harris elevates progressive El-Sayed in Michigan Senate fight — 4dKamala Harris joins Abdul El-Sayed in Detroit as a progressive leads a toss-up race that could decide Senate control and set national policy for six years.

Derek Foss Harris backing El-Sayed could help lock in a progressive win that decides Senate control for the next six years.

Coaches Fight and Players Clash at Multiple Football Games — Sep 19, 2026Oberlin homecoming canceled at half, Centerville up 36-6, after coaches Etheridge and Brasseaux fought in the locker room; Etheridge allegedly flipped a desk.

Elena Vasquez The New York game ending with players and students hurt shows schools need real security plans before the next matchup.

Despaigne edges Tuivasa by split decision in UFC heavyweight bout — Sep 19, 2026Robelis Despaigne beat Tai Tuivasa by split decision at UFC 331, extending Tuivasa's losing streak to eight fights and tying Tony Ferguson's UFC record.

Sam Okafor Tuivasa's eight fight skid is brutal, he needs a serious change before the next one.

Trump to meet Mamdani at Gracie Mansion after tax criticism — 6dThe president’s third meeting with New York’s mayor lands at Gracie Mansion after a housing pitch, a pied-à-terre tax fight, and a city-led suit against a federal green-card rule.

Tom Gallagher Trump meeting the mayor at Gracie Mansion could help settle the pied-a-terre tax dispute without more lawsuits.

Spreadsheet wizard or formula fraud?Quizie — QuizFifteen questions that separate the people who USE spreadsheets from the people spreadsheets happen to. Rank at the end.

Photo Shows Trump Examining Apparent Kennedy Center Demolition Reference Amid Legal Fight — Sep 17, 2026President Trump continues to press to have his name affixed to the Kennedy Center while warning it could be closed or demolished if not recognized; new photos show him viewing materials suggesting demolition amid ongoing renovations. The Kennedy Center board approved a temporary closure for renovations around $257 million, as a court fight over branding and Trump’s role intensifies with lawmakers citing the president’s remarks and related imagery as part of the record.

Nicole Hardy Trump shouldn't be threatening to tear down the Kennedy Center just because he wants his name on it.

Joshua Van Retains UFC Flyweight Title — Sep 16, 2026The UFC flyweight title rematch at UFC 331 will feature Joshua Van defending his belt against Alexandre Pantoja, who after a 10-month recovery says he's fully healed and hungry to reclaim the title after the first fight ended with an injury. Pre-fight chatter highlights Van’s youth and celebration after the disputed win, Pantoja’s experience and grappling edge, and broader betting and media scrutiny surrounding the matchup.

Big Bend Border Wall Construction Begins Amid Opposition — Sep 18, 2026CBP says border wall panel installation is underway on Hudspeth County’s 47.3-mile Big Bend 1 project; Clara Benson says, "We will continue fighting to the end."

Chris Dalton It's good to see the panels finally going up on that 47-mile stretch in Hudspeth County.

Trump-CNN Clash Escalates Amid Press Access Fight — 4dPresident Donald Trump clashs with CNN at the United Nations as he repeats a White House ban on the network and other outlets, while reporters with UN credentials note the ban does not apply at the UN and pursue ongoing lawsuits over First Amendment and due process claims. He defends the ban and asserts progress on foreign-policy issues, but the publicized exchanges highlight a continuing confrontation with major media as the UN visit unfolds.

Oklahoma Father Shuttles Between Hospitals for Wife, Baby — 5dCameron Odum shuttles between OU Health and Oklahoma Children's Hospital as his wife Robbinjo fights a terminal case of necrotizing pancreatitis and their newborn HazelJo, born with bladder exstrophy, requires multiple surgeries and ongoing care. The family’s ordeal has spurred prayers and a GoFundMe as HazelJo moves to Bethany Children’s Hospital for treatment while Robbinjo remains hospitalized and both faces an uncertain future.

Streisand Condemns Trump Over Kennedy Center Turmoil — Sep 17, 2026Streisand called Kennedy Center naming fights and a planned closure "galling and painful to witness," blaming "one man's name and unchecked ego" after a judge required 30 days' notice for major changes.

Rachel Meyers Requiring 30 days notice before big changes at the Kennedy Center seems like basic fairness to protect its programs and staff.

Missouri Supreme Court Sets Contempt Hearing in Fight Over House Map — Sep 9, 2026

Chris Dalton The court should hold lawmakers in contempt if they're ignoring prior orders on fair House districts.

The GOP was confident about keeping its Senate majority. Now the fight for control is wide open6 sources — Sep 8, 2026

Senate Agriculture Panel Advances Farm Bill on 12-11 Party-Line Vote — Sep 18, 2026Clerk recorded 12 ayes, 11 noes as Senate Agriculture advanced Farm Bill 2.0 on Sept. 16, reversing an August 10-11 failure amid a SNAP cost-share fight.

Tom Gallagher A straight party line split on this makes it harder for rural communities that rely on steady farm supports.