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Blackhawks Sign Oliver Moore to $21.25M Extension — 2dThe Chicago Blackhawks signed forward Oliver Moore to a five-year, $21.25 million extension, paying him $4.25 million annually. The 21-year-old, a 2023 first-round pick, had 19 points in 51 games last season before a lower-body injury ended his campaign.

Derek Foss This extension gives the Blackhawks some stability at forward for the next five years at a reasonable average.

Treasury Yields Breach 5%, Investors Eye 6% — 3dThe 10-year Treasury yield briefly rose above 5% this month. The last time it broke that level, the MSCI world index lost about half its value before the global financial crisis.

Rachel Meyers Stocks could hold up better than expected around 5.5 percent because the economy has shifted and can tolerate tighter rates.

Gronkowski Suggests Rodgers Regrets Returning After 20-3 Loss — 4dGronkowski said Rodgers is probably thinking he should have retired last year after a 20-3 Steelers loss in which Rodgers threw for 187 yards and no touchdowns.

Dana Whitfield Rodgers threw for under 200 yards with no scores, so Gronk might have a point about that tough loss.

Mark Wood retires from England after knee injury ends Ashes comeback — 5dEngland fast bowler Mark Wood has retired from international cricket after a 11-year England career highlighted by two World Cup titles and 253 wickets, with medical advice ruling out Tests and ODIs due to ongoing knee and other injuries. The 36-year-old last played in late 2025 in the Perth Ashes series, famed for his pace and resilience that defined England's pace attack.

Dana Whitfield The knee issues sound too limiting for Tests or ODIs now. Fair enough to step away after 11 solid years.

Pistons, Ausar Thompson Agree to $155M Extension — Sep 18, 2026Pistons and Ausar Thompson agree to a fully guaranteed five-year, $155 million extension, ending an offseason standstill; he led the NBA in steals last season.

Sam Okafor Pistons did right locking up Ausar for five years, his defense already looks like a franchise cornerstone.

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.

Georgia Mayor Removed After 10 Months in Office — Sep 15, 2026Georgia’s youngest elected mayor only lasted 10 months in office after allegations that he misused city funds and exchanged sexually suggestive messages and images with an 18-year-… — by Sandra Rhodes

Tom Gallagher Those messages show terrible judgment for any official, even if the other person was legally an adult.

Emmys Draw 6.7 Million Viewers Despite Monday Airdate and NFL Competition — Sep 15, 2026The 2026 Emmys drew 6.7 million preliminary viewers, down roughly 9% to 12% from last year's final 7.59 million on CBS, with talks of a Prime Video move.

Priya Raman The Monday slot and NFL overlap probably explain most of the dip to 6.7 million.

Philadelphia Marks Coltrane Centennial With Citywide Events — 6dJazz legend John Coltrane would have turned 100 this week, prompting a worldwide wave of tributes—from Philadelphia’s John Coltrane Day and citywide concerts to multi-site commemorations and screenings in cities across the U.S.—honoring his impact on jazz and spirituality. The celebrations spotlight Coltrane’s North Carolina roots, Philadelphia years, and lasting legacy as a transformative innovator; multiple outlets and institutions are hosting events, exhibitions, and broadcasts to mark centennial.

Bank of America expects investment banking fees to fall more than 10% in Q3 — Sep 14, 2026Bank of America expects Q3 investment banking fees of $1.6B-$1.8B, down 10%-20% from $2B last year; shares fell 5% after CEO Moynihan's forecast.

Derek Foss Even with a solid pipeline the broader slowdown in deals will likely hit other banks the same way soon.

Samsung India Policy Chief Rajiv Aggarwal Resigns After Four Years — Sep 15, 2026Samsung India's head of public affairs and ESG, Rajiv Aggarwal, is stepping down after nearly four years, serving his last week, with the reason for his resignation not disclosed. He oversaw Samsung’s government relations and policy/ESG matters amid regulatory pushes on pre-installed state-run apps and e-waste rules, and previously worked at Uber and Meta.

Marcus Bell After roles at Uber and Meta, Aggarwal brought solid experience to Samsung's government ties. They will need someone just as capable to handle ongoing policy challenges.

TotalEnergies Partners With GIP on $1.8 Billion African Infrastructure Deal — Sep 18, 2026TotalEnergies and Global Infrastructure Partners, a BlackRock affiliate, have agreed to a US$1.8 billion investment into TotalEnergies’ African oil and gas midstream assets in exchange for a throughput-based tariff lasting up to 15 years, allowing monetization while preserving operational control. The deal signals a broader strategy to unlock value from midstream infrastructure and attract major investors to Africa’s energy sector.

Priya Raman BlackRock's affiliate backing African oil infrastructure at this level should draw more serious money into the sector.

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Verlander Throws Simulated Game Toward Final Tigers Start — Sep 12, 2026Detroit Tigers star Justin Verlander is edging toward potentially making one final start this season as he recovers from hip inflammation and a hamstring strain, with a planned career celebration during the last series. The 43-year-old has said 2026 will be his final season, and Detroit is hopeful he can pitch again after limited action this year as he continues rehab and mound work.

Marcus Bell The career celebration in the final series sounds right, he's given a lot to Detroit over the years.

Dutch Teens With Divorced Parents Near One Quarter as Surnames Diverge — Sep 17, 2026Therapists say divorce often stems from emotional disconnection and ongoing relationship strains, including repeated betrayals, not isolated incidents. Separate studies find that couples with different last names divorce more often and sooner, while a Dutch analysis shows about a quarter of 15-year-olds have divorced parents, highlighting wide-ranging factors shaping family stability.

Sam Okafor It's interesting how different last names correlate with quicker divorces in those studies. Maybe shared identity matters more than we think for staying together.

Endangered Salmon Return to California Rivers in Large NumbersGood News — Sep 7, 2026A record 30,000 coho salmon returned to central California rivers last season after years of habitat work by NOAA and partners.