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Italian Senate Clears Meloni Electoral Reform Bill 113-71 — 1dSenate passed Meloni's electoral reform 113-71 on Sept. 15, 2026, as opposition senators waved red and yellow "No to the fraud law" placards.

Marcus Bell Naming the prime minister candidate in advance at least gives voters a clearer choice on the ballot.

Senate Faces 60-Vote Test on Crypto Oversight Bill — 2dA new wave of crypto interest is merging space tech and AI with blockchain, as SPXIUM pitches a space‑oriented, governance‑driven asset framework and alerts to AI safety risks that could threaten crypto infrastructure. At the political level, Trump is pushing a sweeping crypto bill with ethics divestment provisions and state-enforcement roles as crypto becomes mainstream, with millions of Americans holding digital assets and numerous jobs tied to the industry.

France pledges over €1 billion in aid to farmers after heat waves — Sep 4, 2026

Jared Kim Farmers need this now, but what's the long-term plan when these heat waves keep happening every other summer?

Pierce Brosnan’s 007 US Open Moment Goes Viral — 3dDuring the US Open final, ESPN’s broadcast cut from the match clock at 0:07 to Pierce Brosnan, delivering a praised “absolute cinema” moment that sparked a wave of social-media 007 admiration. The moment highlighted Brosnan’s enduring Bond legacy and provided a lighter, viral spotlight amid the high-stakes Zverev–Shelton final, with fans celebrating the savvy camera work as the crowd reaction poured in.

Domino’s Franchisee Abruptly Closes 13 Northern Ohio Locations — 4dA broad wave of closures across major pizza chains signals ongoing restructuring and financial strain, with Pizza Hut planning about 250 store closures in 2026, Papa John’s targeting around 200 by year-end, Chuck E. Cheese reducing locations through lease non-renewals, and a Domino’s franchisee in Ohio shutting 13 stores as it seeks new ownership; separately, a diner franchisee faces Chapter 7 bankruptcy, underscoring distress in franchise-driven dining businesses.

Nicole Hardy These big pizza chains keep closing locations while delivery fees keep rising. Customers are probably just ordering less overall.

Rock Guitar Solos Gain All-Time Recognition — 6dA wave of iconic guitar solos from Led Zeppelin, Deep Purple, Jimi Hendrix, and Jeff Beck underscores how improvisation, distinctive tones, and storytelling through strings have shaped rock history, with each artist contributing legendary moments—from Page’s ad-libbed Zeppelin solo to Hendrix’s Woodstock centerpiece and Beck’s instrument-driven emotion in ‘Cause We’ve Ended as Lovers’—that continue to be celebrated in modern rankings and retrospectives.

World War II Veterans Celebrated Across North AmericaPolitics — Sep 6, 2026A wave of World War II veterans are reaching 100 and being celebrated nationwide, including centenarians in Iowa and Texas honored at birthday gatherings and memorials, as well as Connecticut veterans being recognized with Wartime Service Medals at a ceremony. The tributes highlight long service, personal histories, and ongoing community gratitude for their sacrifices across multiple states.

Ancelotti names Brazil squad mixing veterans and prospects for friendlies — Sep 9, 2026Ancelotti unveiled a 26-player Brazil squad signaling a renewal of the national team for the 2030 World Cup, mixing established stars like Vinicius Jr, Raphinha, and Alisson with a wave of younger talents and potential domestic-league picks as Brazil begins three friendlies against Australia and India. The India clash will mark the first senior meeting between the nations, and the set-up comes after Brazil’s last-16 exit in the 2026 World Cup, underscoring a push to rebuild under a historic foreign appointment as head coach.

Dana Whitfield Including domestic league players for these friendlies against India could uncover some real surprises worth keeping around.

Power Grid Sizzles Under Blistering Heat Wave Across 17 States — Jul 27, 2026A southwestern heat wave ignited a grid emergency Sunday prompting the Department of Energy to act.

Canadian visits to U.S. drop 25% despite new tourism campaigns — Sep 6, 2026Since Trump returned to office with threats and tariff skirmishes, U.S.–Canada relations have deteriorated, contributing to a significant drop in Canadian travel to the United States and prompting a wave of regional and national tourism promotions to win back visitors. Yet many Canadians remain skeptical of the outreach amid a weak Canadian dollar and broader political tensions, with several observers calling the marketing push a wasted effort.

Chris Dalton Weak loonie plus feeling unwelcome equals an easy decision to vacation somewhere else this year.

PacWave First Continental US Wave Test Site Opens — Aug 26, 2026PacWave South, the first large continental U.S. site for testing ocean-wave energy off Oregon, is now open after securing a green-energy approval from the Trump administration, with grid connection completed though no devices have arrived yet. The facility, developed by Oregon State University and pre-permitted to streamline testing, faces ongoing funding delays but aims to accelerate marine-energy development by simplifying permitting and siting processes.

Breaking: Iran Launches Direct Attack on IsraelReporting — Apr 13, 2024Iran has launched its promised waves of death against Israel. Officials of both nations confirmed that a wave of drones had been launched, according to the Associated Press . Iran had vowed to retaliate against Israel…

Trump Declares He Will Not ‘Close the Country’ If There Is a Second Wave of CoronavirusReporting — May 22, 2020Even if the United States is hit with a second wave of coronavirus, the president is declaring that he will not close the country again. Speaking to reporters on Thursday at a Ford factory in Michigan while taking a…

CDC Head Warns a Second Wave of the Coronavirus Could Be WorseReporting — Apr 22, 2020The director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is warning Americans that a second wave of the coronavirus could be worse than the current outbreak. During an interview with The Washington Post…

Trump Calls Off Planned Second Wave Of Attacks On Venezuela — Jan 9, 2026President Donald Trump announced Friday that he has called off a previously anticipated second wave of strikes on Venezuela, citing improved cooperation with the country’s interim government. The announcement comes just…

Pence: The ‘Panic’ Over a Second Wave of Coronavirus Is ‘Overblown’Reporting — Jun 16, 2020Vice President Mike Pence says the media is stirring up “panic” about a second wave of the coronavirus, and argues that the U.S. is “winning the fight against the invisible enemy.” In recent days, 22 states have…

Dr. Fauci Says a Second Wave of Coronavirus ‘Is Not Inevitable’Reporting — May 27, 2020Dr. Anthony Fauci , director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is offering a slight change in the likelihood of a second wave of coronavirus in the fall. During an appearance on CNN Wednesday…

McConnell, Scott Insiders Trade Blows on Laying Blame for Red Wave CollapseOpinion — Nov 15, 2022Republicans have begun questioning leaders of the party after midterm elections that failed to produce a Republican “red wave” that had been anticipated by almost all points on the political spectrum. Some Republicans…

Birx: It Is ‘Difficult to Tell’ If the US Will Close Again If There Is a Second Wave of the CoronavirusReporting — May 24, 2020President Donald Trump has stated that the country will not shut down again if there is another wave of the coronavirus. But Dr. Deborah Birx , the White House coronavirus task force coordinator, stressed that the virus…

Gloria Steinem Dies at 92; Tributes Pour In — Sep 3, 2026Gloria Steinem, a defining figure of the second wave and longtime advocate for women’s rights, died at 92, with Hillary Clinton, Jill Biden and others praising her impact on equality and her ability to unite people in the fight for justice. Tributes across outlets and personal remembrances, including Meghan Markle sharing unseen photos, emphasize Steinem’s mentorship, enduring influence and commitment to gender equality.

Woman Waving Gun in New York Intersection Struck Down By PoliceReporting — Aug 16, 2023Long Island police were called to a Bellmore intersection where a woman was waving a gun and fired shots into the air. An officer de-escalated the situation by driving into the woman before apprehending her. The scene…

South Korea’s Moon Warns of COVID-19 Second Wave as Cases ReboundReporting — May 10, 2020South Korea warned of a second wave of the new coronavirus on Sunday as infections rebounded to a one-month high, just as the authorities were starting to ease some pandemic restrictions. “It’s not over until it’s…

Zuckerberg Warns Reopening Too Quickly May ‘Almost Guarantee’ Second Wave of CoronavirusReporting — Apr 30, 2020Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg is expressing concern about the dangers of the economy reopening too quickly, insisting that it could “ almost guarantee ” a second wave of the coronavirus. While Facebook’s profits have…

CENTCOM strikes Iran again as Trump warns of harsher response to Tehran's retaliation — Sep 2, 2026The United States conducted another wave of strikes on Iranian military targets, including air defenses, radars, and maritime assets, prompting Iranian retaliation across the region. President Donald Trump criticized Tehran and warned of harsher consequences if Iran retaliates, while Iran reported casualties from a wedding attack linked to the strikes.

Sam Okafor A wedding attack is the part of this story that should stop everyone in their tracks, not the political posturing.

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