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Wake Forest Edges Purdue 38-36 in Double OTSports — 2dWake Forest outlasted Purdue 38-36 in double overtime at Ross-Ade, with Gio Lopez scoring the game-winning 3-yard touchdown and a successful two-point conversion after a clutch replay-approved first down by Carlos Hernandez. Purdue, buoyed by Fame Ijeboi’s 156 rushing yards and three touchdowns, fought back but extended its long losing streak against power-conference programs.

Rubio to Meet Leaders in Colombia, Ecuador and Peru — 5dU.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio began a Latin America tour—visiting Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru—to bolster pro-U.S. governments, deepen security cooperation against narcoterrorism, and discuss reconstruction aid after recent earthquakes, as newly elected right-wing leaders align with Washington. The trip signals a broader push under the Donroe Doctrine to expand American influence, expand trade, and coordinate military and counter-narcotics actions, despite criticisms of aggressive strikes and human rights concerns.

Blizzard Announces Animated Diablo Netflix Series, Teases More — 3hBlizzard announced at BlizzCon 2026 that an animated Diablo series is in development for Netflix, with hints that Overwatch and Warcraft adaptations may follow. President Johanna Faries says this is just the beginning and that more projects are being discussed, though no release dates have been disclosed yet.

Sam Okafor Blizzard's recent games have been mixed so I'm not holding my breath for these adaptations yet.

Video — YouTubeJon on Trump's Meme Assault on Canada & the Alternate Reality He's Constructed | The Daily ShowThe Daily Show · 8.7M views · Sep 9, 2026

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Zverev to Face Shelton in US Open Final — 4dAt the US Open 2026, Alexander Zverev moved closer to a second Grand Slam title by reaching the semifinals, Elena Rybakina claimed her first US Open semifinal and the world No. 1 ranking, and Coco Gauff advanced after a scare, while Karen Khachanov progressed following Blockx’s retirement. The quarterfinals also highlighted Zverev’s potential final path and the evolving draw as Khachanov and Blockx vie for the other finalist spot.

Audrey Werro Wins Inaugural Ultimate 800m Title — 2hAudrey Werro of Switzerland won the inaugural World Athletics Ultimate Championship women's 800m in Budapest, clocking 1:55.88 to beat Keely Hodgkinson and Femke Broeders-Bol as she claimed $150,000 from the event’s $10 million prize pot, capping a breakout season dominated by sub-1:54 wins. Her victory continues a narrative of Werro’s dominance and keeps alive discussions about the aging 1:53.28 world record as Hodgkinson and Broeders-Bol also challenged throughout the year.

Jared Kim Werro's sub-1:54 runs all year showed she was ready, and that 150k payout fits her level of dominance.

Penn State Wins 27-9 in Campbell’s Road Debut — 2dPenn State, now guided by Matt Campbell, opened with a 45-0 victory over Marshall, with Tony Rojas pivotal on defense and Rocco Becht throwing four touchdown passes as the offense clicked; Campbell called the result a positive step in his first game and praised the team’s performance on both sides of the ball. In the following preview of a road test at Temple, the Lions dominated their first road game with a 27-9 win as Rojas again led tackles and Campbell stressed the importance of handling a noon kickoff on the road and maintaining the program’s standard of excellence, referencing his Mount Union-Collegiate playoff memories to frame the challenge.

Slide deploys on Trump’s Qatar-gifted jet before Dallas flight — 3dA inflated emergency slide on the Qatar-donated Air Force One prompted questions as President Donald Trump prepared to travel to Texas, with officials saying it was part of a safety check rather than an emergency. Trump later described the slide test as a routine check, and reports indicate he remained on Marine One for about 20 minutes before boarding, while backup aircraft were involved in the logistics.

Rachel Meyers Even if it's routine, popping the slide right before boarding still makes you double-check everything on that new aircraft.

Tesla Confirms Roadster Reveal October 1 — 1hTesla has announced October 1 as the reveal date for the second-generation Roadster, with expectations of a potential SpaceX-developed flying demo alongside a road-legal version. The long-delayed halo car has faced years of postponements since its 2017 debut, with reservations and ambiguity about when production will actually begin, even as teasers hint at futuristic thrust capabilities.

Seahawks Intercept Maye Three Times, Edge Patriots 13-10 — 2dThe New England Patriots lost to the Seattle Seahawks 13-10 as Drake Maye threw multiple costly interceptions, including an end-zone pick that sealed the game. Backup Seahawks quarterback Drew Lock engineered late scoring drives to overcome an early injury to Sam Darnold and secure the win.

Dana Whitfield Lock stepped up nicely after the injury and those final drives showed why Seattle stuck with him as backup.

2-Year-Old Killed, Two Arrested in North Charleston — 1dA 2-year-old girl, Haisha Dominguez Marin, was killed in a hit-and-run on Rivers Avenue in North Charleston, with the driver, 27-year-old Anayely Lovato Guerrero, charged with reckless homicide and leaving the scene, and the child’s guardian, 21-year-old Glaimar Alejandra Ramirez Dominguez, charged with unlawful conduct toward a child; authorities say the 2020 Toyota Tacoma involved was located and the investigation continues. The incident and subsequent arrests have prompted scrutiny of hit-and-run accountability and the responsibilities of guardians in a child’s welfare as more details emerge, including statements about driving behavior and potential bail considerations.

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Communities Nationwide Plan 25th 9/11 TributesWorld — 4dAcross colleges and communities, the 25th anniversary of 9/11 is being marked with tributes to everyday heroes like Welles Remy Crowther and widespread service events, including red-bandana remembrances in East Islip and campus memorials. Student-athletes and volunteers at Ashland, Marquette, and Augusta University participate in flag displays, meals packing, and Tunnels to Tower activities to honor victims and first responders, underscoring ongoing unity and service.

A.J. Brown questionable to return after ankle injury in Patriots opener — 2dPatriots wide receiver A.J. Brown left his debut against the Seahawks in the third quarter with an ankle injury and was ruled questionable to return while undergoing further evaluation, after posting three catches for 26 yards and drawing a late first-half DPI. The injury immediately followed his strong start in New England, with team officials updating his status as the medical tent examined him and he headed to the locker room for further checks.

Tom Gallagher Brown was off to a nice start with those catches before the ankle slowed him down.

9/11 Anniversary Honors Victims, Health Toll — 4dTwenty-five years after 9/11, the dead include thousands of immigrants and diaspora communities—from South Asian workers and Jamaicans to Latino employees and undocumented migrants—whose lives and memories are kept alive by families, memorials, and national reckonings. Meanwhile, authorities have struggled to identify all remains, with more than 1,100 still officially unidentified after two decades, spurring advances in DNA techniques and ongoing efforts to restore names to the victims.

Nashville Airport Begins Dolly Parton Renaming Process — 3dThe Metro Nashville Airport Authority is moving to rename Nashville International Airport 'Dolly Parton International Airport' while keeping the BNA code, with a board vote anticipated and broad support from Gov. Bill Lee and Parton’s family. The change would cost millions, still requires FAA approval, and could take six months to a year for signage if the two-year-death naming rule is waived.

Lady Gaga Reportedly Welcomes First Child — 3dMultiple outlets say Lady Gaga and fiancé Michael Polansky may have secretly eloped and are enjoying a private honeymoon, with fans buzzing after Gaga’s extended public absence and low-profile appearances. Officials have offered no confirmation, even though Gaga previously teased that they were getting married soon after confirming their engagement at the Paris Olympics in 2024.

Flight 93 Tributes Mark 25th AnniversaryWorld — 4dAs Flight 93 memorial events mark 25 years, ceremonies and art projects at the site in Pennsylvania highlight ongoing public remembrance, including a flag ceremony at the state Capitol, chalk portraits planned by artists, and presidential visits that have shaped the memorial’s history. Collectively, these efforts keep the stories of the passengers and crew alive and emphasize education and community acts of remembrance.

Former NHL Coach, ESPN Broadcaster Barry Melrose Dies at 70 — 2dBarry Melrose, the longtime NHL player, coach and Emmy-winning ESPN analyst, has died at 70 after battling Parkinson’s disease diagnosed in 2023, with tributes praising his passion for hockey and his distinctive mullet and persona. He was instrumental in Detroit’s early turnaround and became a defining figure for ESPN’s hockey coverage, garnering colorful praise from colleagues and legends alike.

Video — YouTubePapoose "Jezebel" Official Music VideoPapoose · 157.8K views · Sep 11, 2026

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India to Host BRICS Summit Amid Global Divisions — 6dBRICS continues to serve as a dialogue platform for Global South members despite divergent domestic priorities and ongoing global conflicts, with India’s 18th summit presidency framed as a path to more inclusive, practical cooperation. Under India’s leadership, the summit emphasis centers on Humanity First, resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability, focusing on AI and digital tech, reliable supply chains, financial integration, climate action and youth empowerment, with New Delhi hosting the 12–13 September 2026 event to mark BRICS’ 20th anniversary.

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.

Surrogate Seeks Supreme Court Help in Custody Fight — 2dMcKenna West, a surrogate who refused to terminate the pregnancy, has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene in a custody and medical-care dispute over a four-week-old baby with hypoplastic left heart syndrome born in Dallas, challenging California court orders that recognize the intended parents as the child's legal guardians. West argues she must be allowed to advocate for the child’s life-saving treatment amid a multi-state dispute, with Texas authorities having intervened to ensure care, highlighting surrogacy and abortion policy gaps across states.

Oklahoma Linebacker Kip Lewis Exits Michigan Game With Knee Injury — 4hOklahoma Sooners linebacker Kip Lewis exited the Michigan game with a right‑knee injury but returned later in the first quarter as substitute James Nesta stepped in, highlighting Lewis’s continued leadership on defense. Separately, Oklahoma State defensive tackle Iman Oates left the Oregon game with a leg injury and walked off under his own power amid ongoing eligibility considerations.

Nicole Hardy Oates getting up and walking off himself after the leg hit is a relief but this injury run for both teams is rough.

Muslim Americans Confront 25-Year 9/11 Legacy — 3dAs the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, stories from Muslim Americans trace a arc from enduring Islamophobia and surveillance to rising civic engagement and political representation, while reflecting on how the trauma of that day reshaped American life. Analysts warn against equating Islam with extremism and examine how media narratives and power structures have influenced perceptions and responses to the attacks and their aftermath.

25th Anniversary of 9/11 Honors Victims and HeroesWorld — 2dOn the anniversaries of Pearl Harbor, JFK's assassination, and especially September 11, 2001, Americans recall where they were and how those events reshaped the nation, with vivid personal recollections spanning generations. As 9/11 marks 25 years, stories focus on health effects for survivors and first responders, concerns about Islamophobia, and the enduring collective memory of that day.

Zelenskyy Secures Canadian Air-Defense Support — 4dZelenskyy arrived in Oslo to attend King Harald V’s funeral and held talks with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre on continued Ukrainian support, including strengthening air defense for the winter and collaboration with the FREYJA anti-ballistic missile system, with Norway reaffirming defense aid as part of a broader defense partnership.

Video — YouTubeTrump Makes 9/11 About Himself, A.I. Ready to Kill Us & Jimmy to Interview James Talarico on YouTubeJimmy Kimmel Live · 4.9M views · Sep 10, 2026

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