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Kentucky Police Hunt Armed Suspect After Trooper Shooting on I-65 — 3dTrooper Hayden Phillips was shot and killed on I-65 in Warren County on Sept. 28, 2026; KSP sought armed suspect Emonnie Branch in a bluish-gray 2025 Honda Civic.

Suspect Charged in Fatal Shooting of Kentucky Trooper — 2dTennessee resident Emonnie Branch is charged with killing Kentucky State Police Trooper Hayden Phillips during an I-65 traffic stop and was arrested after fleeing to the Louisville area. A judge denied bail; records show Branch was wanted on a Tennessee probation-violation warrant, and a preliminary hearing is scheduled for Friday.

ETSC Urges EU to Reject Tesla Speed Features — 3dETSC urged the EU to reject Tesla FSD's speed offset, which can lift limits by up to 50%, as a bloc-wide vote slips past October toward December.

Kling Tests 30-Second AI Video Model With Select Users — 4dKling 4.0 expands AI video generation with clips up to 30 seconds, multimodal references and keyframe controls to guide scenes and continuity. The launch comes as the Chinese video-generation company prepares for a possible Hong Kong listing and competes with ByteDance’s Seedance amid broader challenges monetizing AI video.

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.

Samsung Affiliates Commit $1 Billion to AI Firm Helix — 2dFormer AWS CEO Adam Selipsky said Samsung’s $1 billion commitment to Helix "demonstrates strong confidence in Helix’s strategy" for large-scale AI infrastructure.

Derek Foss Selipsky's vote of confidence makes me think Samsung is positioning to challenge the US cloud leaders.

Oracle Seeks Force Majeure Protection for $165B New Mexico Data Center — Sep 24, 2026Oracle sent Blue Owl a force majeure notice on its $165B New Mexico Project Jupiter campus, seeking delayed payments if the 2028 opening slips.

Priya Raman If regulators keep slowing it down then force majeure might be the only way Oracle protects itself from endless delays.

Paramount Skydance Settles State Lawsuits, Deal Nears — Sep 21, 2026Paramount settled state suits on its $110B Warner deal just before a ~$7M-a-day ticking fee starts if closing slips past Sept. 30.

Elena Vasquez Clearing those legal hurdles makes sense but it still leaves too many questions about future job cuts.

Sempra Signs First South American LNG Deal with Petrobras — Sep 14, 2026Petrobras has signed a 20-year LNG offtake with Sempra Infrastructure for about 0.8 million tonnes per year from Port Arthur LNG Phase 2 in Texas, making Petrobras the first South American buyer in Sempra’s LNG portfolio. The deal supports Phase 2’s expansion to roughly 26 Mtpa of capacity by 2030–2031, alongside existing contracts with ConocoPhillips, JERA, and EQT that underpin the project’s financing.

Dana Whitfield million tonnes a year is modest volume but it opens the door for more South American buyers if prices stay competitive.

60 Minutes opens 59th season after correspondent firings and departures — Sep 13, 2026The 60 Minutes 59th season launches amid a sweeping leadership overhaul and months of internal turmoil, including the firing of top producers and several correspondents such as Scott Pelley. Under Bari Weiss and Nick Bilton, the program pursues a new approach while leaning on veteran hosts and a slate of new contributors—Ross Douthat, Norah O'Donnell, Sebastian Junger, Gianna Toboni, Trevor Phillips, and Ariel Levy—to modernize coverage.

Tom Gallagher Firing Scott Pelley and the others feels like a risky move just to chase a younger audience.

Mackenzie Phillips Recalls Tensions With Costar Richard Masur — Sep 12, 2026Mackenzie Phillips said her One Day at a Time costar Richard Masur wasn’t very nice during season 1, but the two later made peace after Masur apologized. The broader cast, including Valerie Bertinelli, recalled Norman Lear as a loving yet intimidating mentor, and Masur left the show after the first season.

New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.

Democrats Plan Sweeping Trump Probes if House Flips — Sep 12, 2026If Democrats win back the House, they plan sweeping investigations into President Donald Trump, his family, and his administration, focusing on the wealth and business gains during his tenure, energy and defense deals, pardons, and potential private dealings by Kushner and Trump Jr., with the effort expected to require the full caucus and facing White House resistance. The Washington Post reports multiple Democrats and aides outlining a coordinated oversight push, including probes into cryptocurrency ventures and the restructuring of federal government agencies.

Chris Dalton Investigations into any president's family business deals should follow evidence, not just party control of the House.

Dear Abby Advises Struggling Double DreamerLifestyle — Sep 12, 2026Dear Abby columns feature a 'Soda Stand Dreamer' juggling parenting, work, and ambitions to write a book or start a small business, with pragmatic guidance to pick one dream and commit time or gain related skills, while also addressing privacy boundaries in a blended-family finances debate about child support. The articles collectively note the column’s long-running authorship by Jeanne Phillips, highlighting its role in offering advice and shaping perspectives on everyday challenges.

Jared Kim Learning skills tied to your dream before quitting your job makes more sense than jumping straight into a soda stand with little kids at home.

Trump to Mark 9/11 Anniversary at Pentagon — Sep 8, 2026President Trump attended and spoke at 9/11 commemorations, including events at the White House Ellipse and nationwide ceremonies tied to a steel World Trade Center beam that toured the country to honor first responders. In related 9/11 tributes, Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Welles Crowther, announced a new Coast Guard cutter name, and NYC released asbestos-related documents about air conditions after the attacks.

Former Bank Manager Pleads Guilty to $335,000 Customer Theft — Sep 10, 2026A former Northern Kentucky bank manager, Reagan France of Home Savings Bank in Ludlow, pleaded guilty to bank fraud, theft by a bank employee and aggravated identity theft for embezzling about $335,000 from more than 20 customer accounts—including two nonprofits—between 2022 and 2024, using other employees’ credentials and forged withdrawal slips. She resigned at the end of 2024, faces restitution and a sentencing hearing set for January 13, 2027.

Which of the nine drives runs you?Quizie — QuizBeneath the personality is a motive. Twelve questions and the AI names the drive that's actually steering — and what it costs you.

Morgan Stanley Sees Up to $17 Billion in Annual Tesla Semi Software Revenue — Sep 11, 2026Morgan Stanley’s note estimates Tesla’s autonomous Semi software could generate 12,000–18,000 dollars per truck per month, potentially reaching about 17 billion dollars in software revenue by 2040 with 82,000 Semis on the road, far eclipsing current consumer FSD revenue. Tesla is expanding the Semi into Europe with specifications like a 550-kilometer range and fast Megacharger charging, leveraging high diesel prices to accelerate adoption, while Musk’s ventures like Boring Company attract large funding for tunnel projects.

Dana Whitfield Reaching 17 billion by 2040 depends on hitting those production numbers, which Tesla has struggled with before.

Stagecoach teases Florida Georgia Line reunion for 2027 festival — Sep 10, 2026"Florida Georgia Line is again fueling reunion speculation as new clips and Stagecoach posts hint the duo will headline Stagecoach 2027, after their 2022 hiatus and a recent surprise CMA Fest performance." Stagecoach 2027 is scheduled for April 23-25 at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, with the lineup yet to be released.

Derek Foss I'd be thrilled if Florida Georgia Line headlines Stagecoach 2027 after that CMA Fest tease.

John Legend Announces Pharrell-Produced Album Muse Due October 23 — Sep 8, 2026John Legend has unveiled Muse, a 16-track collaboration with Pharrell Williams described as a Black James Bond aesthetic, with Daylight as the leading single ahead of its October 23, 2026 release, and featuring guests like Pharrell on multiple tracks and Clipse on Bodies On The Floor. The project, produced entirely by Pharrell and recorded during a Paris session, marks Legend’s first full-length with Williams and comes as he also begins a management shift to Roc Nation.

Gold Recovers, Silver Slips Before US Inflation DataFinance — Sep 8, 2026Gold and silver prices fluctuated as investors awaited US inflation data and the Fed’s September decision, with gold hovering near key levels around $4,400 per ounce and on the MCX around Rs 1,54,000, while silver showed volatility and experienced multiple intraday pivots. Oil trades near $100 a barrel, reinforcing inflation concerns and keeping a hawkish tilt on policy expectations, as traders assess resistance and support levels and the likelihood of a rate hike based on the upcoming data releases.

Aaron Glenn Faces Critical 2026 Jets Season — Sep 2, 2026The Jets’ 2026 outlook hinges on Aaron Glenn’s leadership and the team’s revamped offensive and defensive lines, which are expected to shape early-season success even as coaching scrutiny intensifies. A strong interior defensive line, featuring players like Sweat, Onyemata and Phillips, is central to improving run defense, while external projections warn that Glenn’s job could be at risk if results don’t materialize, despite offensive upgrades and added coordinators.

Maine Coon cats go viral for two-toned coats, extra toes and furry boots — Sep 6, 2026Maine Coon cats captivate online with a range of striking coats—from a black smoke look and polydactyl giants to pumpkin-spice tones—while also highlighting their large size, grooming needs, and unique personalities. The viral clips and fan comments underscore a strong public fascination with their appearance, versatility, and behavior as they grow from kittens into sizable, well-groomed companions.

Beatified and ‘Based’: Why Gen Z Catholics Are Falling for Fulton Sheen — Sep 8, 2026Gen Z Catholics like Tim and Katie Blatchford are turning to Archbishop Fulton Sheen for guidance on marriage and faith after discovering his old television clips online.

Dana Whitfield The beatification highlights how his message cuts through modern noise without needing updates.

GameStop, Apple and Meta face key tests in crowded September week — Sep 6, 2026MarketBeat’s stock screeners spotlight top picks across Retail, Toy, and Manufacturing: Retail includes Amazon, Lululemon, Walmart, Costco, and AutoZone; Toy includes Hasbro, Toyota, Mattel, MINISO, and TOYO; Manufacturing includes TSMC, Applied Materials, and Phillips 66. The coverage also notes forthcoming catalysts and events—such as GameStop, Apple, and Meta developments, Apple’s product launch, and key CPI data—that could influence near-term moves for these stocks.

Lip Reader Reveals Exchange Between the Trumps at Soccer Match — Jul 17, 2025If anyone wondered what words are exchanged between President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump, they need not wonder anymore. That is thanks to lip reader Nicola Hickling, who observed the couple at the FIFA…