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Trump one-liner on America's future draws praise and criticism — 2dTrump issues a short direct statement rejecting communism as America's path. The clip spread fast because it hits the core divide everyone is debating right now. @realDonaldTrump

Trump shares map renaming New Mexico as 'New America' — 4d

Marcus Bell This map stunt is pointless and just stirs up unnecessary confusion over a state name that's been around forever.

Trump shares map renaming New Mexico as New America — 4d

Nicole Hardy This kind of map stunt keeps Trump in the headlines but does nothing practical for the people living there.

Video — YouTubeJon on Trump's Meme Assault on Canada & the Alternate Reality He's Constructed | The Daily ShowThe Daily Show · 9M views · Sep 9, 2026

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South Park changes name to South America after Emmy win — 4d

Riley Bennett · IJR Editorial You read the South Park headline as a tribute to President Trump. What angles on entertainment news and political satire would you like us to cover?

Sofia Vergara Awards Golden Buzzer To America’s Got Talent Act She Found Scary — 4d

Priya Raman The act sounds intense if it got to her like that, but she made the right call anyway.

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Trump Suggests Renaming New Mexico ‘New America’ — 6dPresident Donald Trump has floated or shared maps and posts suggesting renaming places such as New Mexico to 'New America,' alongside prior and ongoing actions that rename other geographical names like the Gulf of Mexico to the 'Gulf of America' and Lake Ontario to 'Lake America,' drawing mixed reactions and prompting fact-checks. He has also posted a flag-style graphic labeling strategic waterways, such as the Strait of Hormuz as 'New U.S. Territory,' amid ongoing debate over the seriousness, legality, and diplomatic implications of these moves.

Derek Foss New Mexico has had that name since before the US even existed. This is just silly.

South Park Announces 'South America' Stunt Mocking Trump — 4dSouth Park creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone formally rename the series to SOUTH AMERICA in a marketing stunt mocking President Trump, citing support from Apple and Google and teasing Paramount. The move comes amid a running joke about Trump’s push to rename places and follows the show’s Emmy win for an episode skewering him, with Apple and Google maps reportedly reflecting the new nomenclature.

Children’s Series Follows Cuban Girl’s First U.S. School and Snow — 2dAuthor Lourdes Fasani releases the Luli children's book series inspired by a young Cuban immigrant navigating life in America, exploring family, cultural identity, belonging, and resilience for young readers. The stories trace Luli’s experiences—adjusting to a new school, Thanksgiving, a first snowfall, and other milestones—emphasizing compassion and cultural appreciation.

Sam Okafor I remember my first snowfall too and this series captures that excitement well for young readers.

Colgate Weighs $1 Billion Personal Care Brand Sale — 1dColgate-Palmolive is weighing the sale of Softsoap, Irish Spring and Speed Stick, with Goldman Sachs guiding a potential divestment that could fetch over $1 billion. The move signals portfolio reshaping as Colgate shifts focus from mass-market personal care to higher-margin oral care amid broader consumer pressures and a need for a long-term turnaround in North America.

Derek Foss Colgate's shift away from everyday soaps and deodorants toward higher margin oral care looks overdue given the North American slowdown.

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Families Recall Births Linked to 9/11Health — 3dAs the 25th anniversary of 9/11 is observed, personal stories from across North America highlight trauma, resilience, and lasting connections—ranging from a Canadian student who witnessed the towers’ collapse to families who welcomed a child on that day and those who reflect on the Brooklyn-Battery Tunnel ordeal. These recollections emphasize enduring solidarity, the intertwining of private milestones with national tragedy, and the bonds between nations as communities honor victims and survivors.

Springboks, All Blacks Set for Baltimore Series Decider — 3dThe Springboks hold a 2-1 series lead heading into the final Test in Baltimore against the All Blacks, who must overturn the deficit to level the series and build momentum for the World Cup cycle. The U.S.-hosted clash marks a landmark for rugby in America with World Rugby backing and potential future fixtures, while analysts and former players highlight tactical factors and the importance of a strong start.

Dana Whitfield The All Blacks must start fast in Baltimore or the Springboks will seal the series and take real momentum into the World Cup cycle.

Campaign Pledges $100M to Halve U.S. Maternal Deaths — 2dA Walton-backed bipartisan initiative, Healthy Moms, Healthy Babies America, pledges $100 million over five years to cut the U.S. maternal mortality rate in half by 2031, prioritizing rural access, midwife training, postpartum care, and improved data collection with state matching to scale impact. The campaign also supports bipartisan legislation and aims to surface political will for maternal health reform by coordinating with states and health systems to implement proven improvements.

9/11’s Many Griefs Span America 25 Years Later — 6dTwenty-five years after 9/11, Americans continue to grapple with its enduring impact, from security and surveillance to shifting national narratives that vary by community, age, and political perspective. Across analyses, the story is a tapestry of grief and resilience, highlighting changing Muslim-American visibility, evolving religious landscapes, and personal memories—from survivors to volunteers—that shape the collective memory differently.

Derek Foss My daughter was born in 2002 and this is just history class to her, not a memory. That gap widens every year.

Citi Private Bank Hires Radzinski for Ultra-Wealthy Clients — 3dCiti Private Bank has hired Teresa Radzinski, a veteran with more than 35 years of experience, to serve ultra-high-net-worth clients with net worth above $500 million in the US, including her relocation from Bank of America Private Bank. The move aligns with Citi’s ongoing staffing expansion in its private wealth unit, following other recent appointments and leadership changes within Citi Private Bank and Citi Wealth.

FAA and airline CEOs coordinate rollout of new delay-reduction system — 2dFAA Administrator Bryan Bedford met with major U.S. airline CEOs to push the rollout of SMART, a data-driven traffic-management platform aimed at reducing flight delays and cancellations through predictive routing and tighter scheduling, with initial deployment planned this month. The system is backed by an $875 million contract and endorsements from Airlines for America, signaling a broad transformation of how flights are planned during weather and congestion with potential broader use beyond weather-related disruptions.

Chocolate Reclaims Top Spot as America’s Favorite FlavorLifestyle — 5dChocolate is enjoying a resurgence in American favorites, from the origin of the chocolate milkshake and its status as the top ice cream flavor to a bakery’s Dolly Parton cookies and a home-baked chocolate babka with expert tips. Home bakers can craft a glossy babka while a Newcastle tasting explores wine-and-chocolate pairings with six Italian wines.

Video — YouTubeSaii Kay, Dabz Wills - Maris Talaigu (Official Music Video)SaiiKayVEVO · 55K views · Sep 9, 2026

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Taylor Swift Among Nominees for 60th CMA Awards — 4dThe 60th CMA Awards nominations highlight a historic surge of female nominees, with Lainey Wilson returning as host as the ceremony unfolds November 18 on ABC, plus streaming on Disney+ and Hulu and live on Good Morning America and the CMA YouTube channel for the reveal. The lineup features top acts like Ella Langley, Taylor Swift, Kacey Musgraves, Parker McCollum, Luke Combs, and Zach Top, signaling strong competition and anticipated nods across major categories.

Miss America contestants dazzle with karate, dance and steel drums in West Palm Beach — Sep 3, 2026West Palm Beach hosted Miss America-related events spanning 2007 preliminaries at the Kravis Center, featuring fitness, evening gown, and community-service Q&A, all set against patriotic staging and scholarship awards. In 2026, 104 contestants showcased diverse talents at the Kravis Center ahead of a Red Carpet and weekend crowning, with Miss Florida Alexandra de Roos highlighting brain-injury advocacy through The Blue Project.

Bank of America VP killed, second victim hurt in Times Square stabbing — Sep 1, 2026Bank of America vice president Erin Piacenti was fatally stabbed in Times Square, with a second victim injured as police shot the attacker, Pamela Cisneros, who died at Bellevue Hospital; authorities described the assault as a random, unprovoked attack near the bank’s Manhattan office. The incident has reignited concerns about street safety in Midtown as investigators review the sequence of events and responses by law enforcement.

Angel Yin makes Solheim Cup team after 35-pound illness struggle — 3dAngel 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.

Video game-inspired 'aura farming' trend spreads from Latin America to Spain — Sep 2, 2026Aura farming has evolved from online slang into real-world aura battles across Latin America, with participants dressing as comic and film characters to perform dance and meme-driven routines for crowd approval. The trend emphasizes positive energy and self-expression, spreading from Brazil to Peru, Mexico, Argentina, and beyond, while prompting debates over permits, school bans, and the movement’s lighthearted, game-like vibe.

Elena Vasquez Schools banning this seems like an overreaction. Kids dancing and having fun in costumes is pretty harmless compared to most things they get in trouble for.

Swiss Re Warns Global Cyber Insurance Gap WidensTech — Sep 4, 2026Global cyber insurance premiums are projected to rise with North America dominating the market and emerging regions like Latin America and the Middle East–Africa showing only about 2% of global premiums, highlighting a widening protection gap as cyber risk grows from ransomware, supply chains, and AI adoption. Amid rising threats and a shift toward AI-driven risk, experts warn that software concentration, user-prompted attacks like ClickFix, and the need for zero-trust and AI-security solutions are shaping a security and insurance landscape that requires broader coverage and stronger resilience.

U.S. Communities Mark 25th Anniversary of 9/11World — 6dAcross the U.S. and beyond, 9/11 Memorial Stair Climbs are taking place around Sept. 11 to honor victims and first responders, with events at CSU San Marcos (2,071 steps), Charlotte’s Bank of America Corporate Center (110 stories), Bristol Motor Speedway (110 floors), and related Tri-City observances, plus participation by international first responders in Atlanta. Many events raise funds for the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation and related FDNY services, with community participation and age restrictions where noted.

Video — YouTubeA 9/11 Survivor Finally Shares the Story She Kept Private for 25 YearsSmartHER News · 6.5M views · Sep 10, 2026

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