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Smithsonian Chief Bunch Plans 2026 Retirement Amid Dispute — 3dSmithsonian secretary Lonnie Bunch III announced he will retire by year’s end, ending seven years at the helm amid sustained friction with the Trump administration over how the nation’s history is presented. He said the timing is his own and that the Smithsonian’s independence remains, even as critics, including a government report accusing the museum of radical activism, drew praise for his leadership from Chief Justice John Roberts.

Dollar Holds Gains as Fed Hike Bets Rise — 2dThe global dollar held near multi‑week highs as oil spikes and U.S. inflation data keep Fed tightening expectations intact, with markets pricing roughly a 70% chance of a September hike and yields rising as energy costs support risk-off demand. At the same time, the ECB signaled a cautious, data‑dependent stance after a rate rise to 2.5% while the yen remained under pressure despite a large, coordinated intervention, underscoring a bifurcated currency backdrop influenced by oil, energy prices, and central-bank policy outlooks.

Jared Kim The ECB looks behind the curve here, raising rates slower than needed while energy costs keep climbing.

Times Square stabbing leaves one dead, suspect killed by NYPD, motive unclear — Aug 31, 2026A knife-wielding woman stabbed two people in Times Square, killing one and critically injuring another, before officers shot and killed her. Police said the motive remains unclear and the incident prompted a large response with road closures as investigators work the case.

Dana Whitfield Hope they can figure out the motive soon. Random attacks like this are what scare people most.

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NYPD shoots knife-wielding woman in Times Square — Aug 31, 2026Police in Times Square have responded to multiple knife incidents, with reports of a knife-wielding woman stabbing two people and at least one person shot during a knifepoint encounter, prompting street closures as investigators work to determine what happened. The incidents and the conditions of those involved remain under investigation as authorities provided few immediate details.

Rachel Meyers Hoping everyone involved pulls through, Times Square is chaos enough without this.

Classic Westerns Lead Multiple Greatest-Ever RankingsEntertainment — 6dWestern cinema's legacy remains contested and evolving, with The Good, the Bad and the Ugly repeatedly hailed as a top Western and Clint Eastwood at the center of the genre’s history, even as Eastwood once turned down Once Upon a Time in the West to avoid typecasting. Contemporary rankings highlight revisionist picks like McCabe & Mrs. Miller topping greatest Western lists and The Great Silence earning acclaim for its bleak yet influential ending, illustrating that the genre’s canon continues to shift across new evaluations.

Ferrari's electric Luce divides fans as rare Daytona Spider heads to auction — 5dFerrari's electric Luce is stirring debate over design even as the brand reports healthy first-year sales, with deliveries expected in Europe by year’s end and broader launches in 2027 alongside talk of potential special editions. At the same time, a rare 1972 Daytona Spider chassis 14913 has resurfaced for Gooding Christie’s New York sale, underscoring the model’s rarity and multi‑million‑dollar auction interest, while modern mid‑engined Ferraris like the 360 remain a bargain option under $100,000 for buyers.

Maya Lindstrom Funny how a 50 year old Daytona still turns heads while the new electric one just turns arguments.

Williams sisters blow 5-0 tiebreak lead in US Open exit — Sep 5, 2026Serena and Venus Williams returned to US Open doubles for the first time since 2022, taking a 5-0 lead in the deciding-set tiebreak before Chan Hao-ching and Maya Joint stormed back to win in three sets at Arthur Ashe Stadium. The defeat coincides with ongoing talk about Serena’s singles comeback and the veterans’ enduring impact and crowd-pleasing presence, even as questions remain about rust and future plans.

Dana Whitfield Honestly this makes me more curious about Serena's singles plans than the loss itself.

Rams Name Simpson QB3, Cardinals Extend Wilson — Sep 3, 2026The Los Angeles Rams have shifted to a 2A/2B approach for backups, giving Stetson Bennett and Ty Simpson parallel development time behind Matthew Stafford. As preseason reps and internal discussions evolved, Bennett remains the more experienced backup, while Simpson has shown enough to keep the competition open, with the official Week 1 depth chart naming Bennett as Stafford’s backup and Simpson as the third-string quarterback.

Wordle 1905 hints tease a tricky five-letter word starting with B — Sep 4, 2026"News coverage shows Wordle remains a daily test of vocabulary and strategy, with puzzles like 1905 on Sept 6 described as challenging and clued by starting with B and three vowels, and 1904 featuring 'Soupy' and a plain color theme. Meanwhile outlets report the New York Times expanding Wordle with in-1 releases and weekly variant puzzles to broaden engagement, plus guides and tips on starting words, hard mode, and performance analytics."

Fed's Barr warns rate hike possible if inflation stalls — Sep 1, 2026Fed Governor Michael Barr signaled a September rate hike remains on the table if inflation fails to cool toward the 2% target, but he could opt for more time if data show progress. With inflation stuck above target for years, Barr warned that persistent price pressures could force decisive action while a convincing moderation would allow a cautious stance.

Marcus Bell Feels like they've been saying "maybe next meeting" for two years now, just pick a lane already.

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Twins’ Buxton Set for Season-Ending Hip Surgery — 16hMinnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton will have arthroscopic surgery on his right hip, ending his season and causing him to miss the remainder of the year. Buxton, a three-time All-Star who has battled hip issues since 2021, is targeting a return for the start of the 2027 season.

Dana Whitfield Taking the full year plus to heal properly makes sense if it means he can play without constant pain afterward.

Dwyer Game-Time Decision Ahead of UNC Clash — Aug 28, 2026TCU wide receiver Jordan Dwyer remains a question mark for the Week 0 showdown with North Carolina due to a lingering foot injury, with multiple reports indicating he may be a game-time decision or unavailable. If Dwyer cannot play, Terry Shelton and others would step up as the top targets for quarterback Jaden Craig as TCU adjusts its receiving corps for the Ireland opener.

Study finds nearly 6,000 unhoused near LA Olympic sites, with no shelter plan yet — Sep 3, 2026New academic estimates suggest about 5,975 unsheltered residents live within a mile of Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic venues, more than three times the county’s own rough figure, as security perimeters remain undecided. Researchers warn that expanding security zones could displace nearly 6,000 people without a credible plan for shelter or services, while officials have argued the official count is lower and boundaries are not yet set.

Judge Plans to Skip Rehab, Return — Aug 27, 2026Aaron Judge intends to skip a minor-league rehab and push for a timely return from his rib injury, saying he’s ready to play and “no detours needed,” a move he’s echoed before in 2023. The Yankees and Boone say the timeline remains fluid, with Judge already taking swings and running as he builds back without a set date, emphasizing that he doesn’t want to waste at-bats or time in the minors.

Iran Supreme Leader Remains Unseen Six Months — Aug 25, 2026Six months after the war began, Iran’s supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei remains unseen, with officials insisting he’s in control yet prompting rising doubts about who leads Iran and whether the regime can function without his visible presence. At the same time, reports of potential de-escalation with the U.S. and Iran surface, though disputes over shipping control in the Strait of Hormuz and related fees threaten an interim peace framework.

Rams Bring Back Donald, Add Myles Garrett — Aug 28, 2026The Los Angeles Rams are continuing to evaluate Aaron Donald’s potential return, giving him time to decide whether to un-retire while preparing for the possibility with ongoing workouts and roster planning. Team figures such as Andrew Whitworth and Sean McVay express strong belief Donald will return if the Rams remain contenders, even as no official decision has been announced.

Trump $1 coins sell out on launch day despite steep price markup — Sep 3, 2026The U.S. Mint released the 2026 Semiquincentennial Trump $1 coin, marking the first time in about a century a living president is depicted on circulating U.S. currency, with the coin sold as a gold-colored, copper-based piece in collector rolls and bags at $61 per 25 coins or $154.50 per 100, despite a face value of $1. Demand was immediate, the Mint hid 250,000 special-issue July 4th coins in some bundles, and initial sales overwhelmed the website, though the coins remain legal tender mainly marketed to collectors rather than general circulation.

Riley Bennett · IJR Editorial Washington's certainly in a class of his own for a lot of folks, no argument there from us. Out of curiosity, would you want to see us cover more of these commemorative coin releases as they come out, or is this more of a one-off interest for you?

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