Two Venezuelan Military Jets Flew Near U.S. Navy Ship, Pentagon Says

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Sept. 4, 2025 — The Pentagon reported that two Venezuelan military aircraft flew close to a U.S. Navy destroyer, the USS Jason Dunham, in international waters, calling the action a highly provocative move that aimed to disrupt ongoing counter-narcotics operations. Key Takeaways The incident occurred on Sept. 4, 2025, in international waters near US Navy … Read more

Afghanistan quake death toll tops 2,200 as rescues struggle

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On Sept. 4, 2025, Afghan authorities reported that a powerful magnitude-6.0 earthquake that struck the country on Sunday has killed more than 2,200 people and injured nearly 4,000, with the worst loss concentrated in mountainous Kunar province near the Pakistan border as rescue teams race to reach isolated villages. Key Takeaways Death toll exceeds 2,200; … Read more

Erin Bates Worsens After Septic Shock; Husband Says She Suffered a Severe Seizure

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Bringing Up Bates alum Erin Bates Paine was admitted to the ICU after developing a severe UTI and kidney infection that led to septic shock following the birth of her seventh child, Henry (born Aug. 25, 2025); husband Chad Paine says she later suffered a lengthy, severe seizure and remains under intensive care. Key Takeaways … Read more

Broadcom Q3: Semiconductor Revenue Rises 26% YoY, Revenue $15.95B

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Broadcom Inc. reported on Sept. 4, 2025 that in fiscal Q3 semiconductor revenue rose 26% year‑over‑year, helping the company deliver non‑GAAP EPS of $1.69 and total revenue of $15.95 billion, both ahead of Wall Street estimates. Key Takeaways Semiconductor revenue increased 26% year‑over‑year in Q3. Total revenue for the quarter was $15.95 billion, beating estimates … Read more

Stock Futures Flat Ahead of August Jobs Report as S&P 500 Hits Record

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Traders and investors in U.S. markets on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025, kept stock futures largely unchanged ahead of the August nonfarm payrolls report due Friday; the S&P 500 closed at a fresh record while mixed private payroll data and strong corporate results drove selective gains. Key Takeaways Dow futures were up about 4 points (0.01%); … Read more

Did Dunder Mifflin Shut Down? How ‘The Paper’ Explains the Fate of ‘The Office’ Business

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Lead: On Sept. 4, 2025, this piece examines whether Dunder Mifflin — the fictional paper company at the center of NBC’s The Office — ever truly shuts down in the series’ canon and how readings that invoke the film or idea of “The Paper” help explain ownership change, business survival and the show’s final status: … Read more

Asia Joins Global Rally as Fed Rate-Cut Bets Rise Ahead of U.S. Jobs Data

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On September 4–5, 2025, Asian stock markets rose as a Wall Street rally extended into the region, supported by signals of a cooling U.S. labor market that boosted expectations the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates this month. Key Takeaways Asian shares climbed about 0.7% on the session. Mainland China indexes rebounded after a slump … Read more

Clippers, Kawhi Leonard and Aspiration: New Details on Possible Cap Concerns

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On Sept. 4, 2025, reporting tied to Boston Sports Journal and other outlets revealed that Kawhi Leonard may have received an additional $20 million in Aspiration stock on top of a $28 million endorsement agreement, while Clippers owner Steve Ballmer invested $50 million in the company — facts that have prompted fresh questions about whether … Read more

Venezuelan F-16s fly over US destroyer; Pentagon calls move ‘highly provocative’

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On Sept. 4, 2025, two Venezuelan F-16 fighter jets flew over the U.S. Navy destroyer USS Jason Dunham in international waters in the Caribbean, prompting a stern Pentagon warning and heightening tensions after a U.S. strike two days earlier killed 11 people aboard a Venezuelan vessel said to be carrying illegal narcotics. Key Takeaways Two … Read more

Anutin Charnvirakul set to become Thailand’s next prime minister

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Published September 5, 2025 — Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai party and a prominent backer of cannabis decriminalisation, is poised to be elected prime minister by parliament after striking a deal with the largest opposition grouping and pledging to call a fresh general election within four months. Key takeaways Anutin Charnvirakul, 58, leads the … Read more

Venezuelan F-16s Fly Over U.S. Destroyer Jason Dunham

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Sept. 4, 2025 — Two armed Venezuelan F-16 fighter jets performed a low-altitude flyover of the U.S. guided-missile destroyer Jason Dunham in the southern Caribbean Sea, a Pentagon official said, in a move the United States called a provocative show of force; the ship did not return fire. Key Takeaways The flyover occurred on Sept. … Read more

Lightning Forces Evacuation at Cowboys–Eagles Game in Philadelphia

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On Sept. 4, 2025, a severe thunderstorm with lightning prompted stadium officials at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia to evacuate open seating and suspend the Cowboys–Eagles contest around 10:25 p.m. ET, with the Eagles leading 24–20; play resumed at 11:30 p.m. ET and the Eagles completed a 24–20 victory. Key Takeaways Storm-related evacuation ordered at … Read more