Michael Jordan, Mia Hamm among stars set to attend Bill Belichick’s UNC debut vs. TCU

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Bill Belichick opens his University of North Carolina head-coaching tenure on Monday, Sept. 1, 2025, when the Tar Heels face TCU at Kenan Memorial Stadium in Chapel Hill—an already high-stakes debut amplified by a guest list that reportedly includes Michael Jordan and Mia Hamm. Key Takeaways Belichick, 73, coaches his first game since leaving the … Read more

EU suspects Russian GPS jamming forced von der Leyen’s plane to circle over Bulgaria

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Monday, 1 September 2025 — The European Commission says Bulgarian authorities suspect Russian interference after a charter aircraft carrying Commission President Ursula von der Leyen lost satellite navigation while approaching Plovdiv on Sunday, forcing the flight to hold for about an hour before landing safely. Key Takeaways The European Commission confirmed von der Leyen’s plane … Read more

UK Lifestyle Influencer Jess Hurrell Dies at 42 After 8-Year Cancer Battle

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Jess Hurrell, a UK-based lifestyle influencer known for chic interiors and uplifting posts, died at age 42 after an eight-year battle with cancer. Her family announced the news on Instagram on Friday, saying she passed away earlier this month. Key Takeaways UK influencer Jess Hurrell has died at 42 after an eight-year cancer battle. Her … Read more

Miami tops Notre Dame in last-minute thriller

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September 1, 2025 (UTC) — Opening weekend drama continued Sunday as No. 10 Miami edged No. 6 Notre Dame 27–24 at Hard Rock Stadium on a late 47-yard field goal by Carter Davis, while No. 13 South Carolina beat Virginia Tech 24–11 behind a momentum-swinging 80-yard punt return. Key Takeaways No. 10 Miami beat No. … Read more

Modi praises Russia energy ties as U.S. doubles India tariffs

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September 1, 2025 — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded India’s expanding energy relationship with Russia during a meeting with President Vladimir Putin in Tianjin, China, even as the United States doubled tariffs on most Indian imports to 50% in retaliation for New Delhi’s purchases of discounted Russian crude. Key Takeaways Modi met Putin on … Read more

iPhone 17, 17 Air and 17 Pro: every major rumored upgrade

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Apple is widely expected to unveil four iPhone 17 models on September 9, 2025, with a new ultra-thin “Air” replacing the Plus, 120Hz finally coming to the base model, and the Pro pair tipped for bigger camera and performance gains. All details remain unannounced, but multiple reports outline how each device could differ. Key Takeaways … Read more

Abbe Lowell steps in to defend Trump’s political targets

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As the Trump administration moves to dismiss or investigate a series of officials, veteran Washington defense lawyer Abbe Lowell, 73, has emerged at the center of the pushback—filing suit to contest Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook’s removal and representing recently ousted CDC director Susan Monarez, while signaling he may advise other figures in the crosshairs. … Read more

Labor Day Check: Trump’s Worker Promises, Seven Months In

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Sept. 1, 2025, 6:30 a.m. ET — Seven months into President Donald Trump’s second term, a Labor Day review finds a split picture for American workers: pay is rising faster than inflation and unemployment remains just above 4%, yet unions and employers report mounting strain from tighter immigration policies, a high-profile offshore wind pause, and … Read more

Rudy Giuliani Hurt in New Hampshire Rear-End Crash; Police Probe Ongoing

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Sept. 1, 2025, 7:50 a.m. ET — Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani, 81, is expected to recover after the Ford Bronco he was riding in was rear-ended on Interstate 93 in New Hampshire on Saturday evening, leaving him with a fractured thoracic vertebra and other non-life-threatening injuries. Key Takeaways Giuliani was a passenger … Read more

Warwick Davis to Reprise Professor Flitwick in HBO’s Harry Potter; Dean Thomas, Crabbe and Goyle Roles Cast

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On September 1, 2025, HBO confirmed that Warwick Davis will return as Professor Filius Flitwick in its upcoming Harry Potter television series for Max, while additional casting has been set for student roles including Dean Thomas, Vincent Crabbe, and Gregory Goyle. Specific actor names for the newly cast students were not disclosed at the time … Read more

Alabama defense undone at FSU; Lawson cites execution

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Aug 31, 2025 — Tallahassee, Fla. — Alabama opened its season with a 31-17 road loss to Florida State, as quarterback Tommy Castellanos and the Seminoles repeatedly exploited the Crimson Tide defense. Afterward, head coach Kalen DeBoer and senior linebacker Deontae Lawson emphasized execution and assignment discipline over game-planning as the primary culprits. Key Takeaways … Read more

WWE Clash in Paris: Rollins retains after Becky Lynch twist as Cena edges Logan Paul

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On Sunday at Paris La Défense Arena, WWE’s Clash in Paris delivered a raucous atmosphere and a headline-grabbing turn: Becky Lynch intervened in the Fatal 4-Way main event, helping Seth Rollins keep the World Heavyweight Championship against CM Punk, Jey Uso, and LA Knight. John Cena also outlasted Logan Paul in a show-stealing bout as … Read more

Miami edges No. 6 Notre Dame 27-24 behind Carson Beck and ‘Baby Jesus’

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MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — In a rain-soaked top-10 clash at Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday night, No. 10 Miami outlasted No. 6 Notre Dame 27-24, as transfer quarterback Carson Beck delivered a composed debut and freshman receiver Malachi ‘Baby Jesus’ Toney headlined a new-look Hurricanes offense. Carter Davis drilled a 47-yard field goal with 1:04 … Read more

Liverpool strike £125m deal for Alexander Isak, setting Premier League record

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Liverpool have reached an agreement to sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle United on a six-year contract, pending a medical on Monday, in a package Liverpool value at £125m and Newcastle at £130m after solidarity considerations — a move that would set a new Premier League transfer record, according to reporting on September 1, 2025. Key … Read more

Equinor commits $1bn to Ørsted’s rights issue amid US pressure

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September 1, 2025 — Norway’s Equinor said it will invest about $1bn to support Ørsted’s DKr60bn ($9.4bn) rights issue, aiming to keep its 10% stake as the Danish offshore wind leader faces US stop‑work orders and mounting political headwinds. Ørsted’s shares rose in early Monday trading; Equinor’s were broadly flat. Key Takeaways Equinor will participate … Read more