ConocoPhillips announced on Sept. 4, 2025 that it will reduce 20–25% of its roughly 13,000 global employees in a broad restructuring, a move CEO Ryan Lance outlined in a company video that coincided with a sharp drop in the company’s shares. Key Takeaways ConocoPhillips plans to cut 20–25% of its workforce, affecting about 2,600–3,250 employees. … Read more
Lead: On Sept. 3, 2025 in Boston, U.S. District Judge Allison Burroughs found that the Trump administration unlawfully terminated roughly $2.2 billion in federal research grants to Harvard University and ordered that the government may not cut or withhold additional funding while the case proceeds. Key Takeaways A federal judge ruled the administration’s grant cancellations … Read more
Lead: On Sept. 3–4, 2025 the NBA said it has opened an investigation after a podcast report alleged that Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard received a four‑year, $28 million endorsement from Aspiration—an environmental firm partly funded by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer—as a potential means to circumvent league salary‑cap rules; the Clippers and Ballmer deny … Read more
On 4 September 2025, Department of Homeland Security secretary Kristi Noem announced at Louisiana’s Angola prison that a refurbished complex there will hold Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainees. Noem said the site’s notorious reputation was a deliberate factor intended to encourage people in the US without legal status to self-deport; officials said 51 detainees … Read more
Sept. 3, 2025 — Vice President JD Vance said Wednesday there are no “immediate” plans to send the National Guard to Chicago, urging Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker to request federal help after President Trump suggested deploying troops to address crime. Key Takeaways Vance said on Sept. 3 that there are currently no immediate plans to … Read more
4 September 2025 — In Beijing, China’s national military parade showcased new AI-driven uncrewed vehicles, laser weapons, hypersonic missiles and underwater systems, signaling a push to modernize combat capabilities and strengthen strategic deterrence. Key Takeaways The parade on 4 Sept 2025 in Beijing displayed AI-powered uncrewed land and underwater systems. Directed-energy (laser) weapons and advanced … Read more
Sept. 3, 2025 — The Powerball drawing held Wednesday night produced winning numbers 61-29-69-16-03 with Powerball 22. The advertised jackpot exceeded $1.4 billion, with a lump-sum (cash) option of $634.3 million. Key Takeaways Winning numbers for Sept. 3, 2025: 61-29-69-16-03; Powerball: 22; Power Play: 2x. Advertised jackpot is over $1.4 billion; cash option listed at … Read more
4 September 2025 — President Donald Trump has asked the US Supreme Court to overturn a federal appeals court ruling that found many of his broad import tariffs unlawful. The administration filed a petition late Wednesday seeking a fast ruling on the president’s authority after a 7–4 Federal Circuit decision, while the lower court’s order … Read more
Lead On Sept. 3, 2025, federal officials announced the opening of “Camp 57,” a new Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention site at the Louisiana State Penitentiary (Angola) to hold undocumented migrants accused of crimes; the facility will house more than 400 men, with roughly half expected to arrive by the end of September. Key … Read more
Sept. 3, 2025 — Former Mavericks owner Mark Cuban publicly defended Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer after a podcast report alleged a $28 million endorsement arrangement tied to Kawhi Leonard was used to skirt the NBA salary cap. The report prompted an NBA investigation, a Clippers denial and renewed scrutiny of Aspiration, the startup … Read more
Lead: The San Francisco 49ers have added $3 million in play-time incentives to wide receiver Jauan Jennings’s 2025 contract, a move reported on Sept. 3, 2025, that raises his 2025 earnings potential from $7.4 million to as much as $10.4 million while specific incentive triggers remain undisclosed. Key Takeaways The 49ers added $3 million in … Read more
Lead: On September 3, 2025, the Trump administration announced several major actions in Washington and Louisiana: it unveiled a new ICE camp at the Angola prison to hold migrants accused of crimes, defended emergency tariffs in court, faced growing congressional pressure to release Jeffrey Epstein–related records, and moved to end certain humanitarian protections for Venezuelan … Read more
On Sept. 4, 2025, the San Francisco 49ers added $3 million in incentives to wide receiver Jauan Jennings’ contract, a move reported by ESPN that increases his potential earnings tied to performance and roster status. Key Takeaways $3 million in incentives were added to Jauan Jennings’ deal on Sept. 4, 2025. The report was published … Read more
On 3 September 2025 the United Arab Emirates warned that any Israeli move to formally annex large parts of the occupied West Bank would cross a “red line,” undermining the 2020 Abraham Accords and jeopardising the prospect of a two‑state solution. Key Takeaways The UAE publicly stated on 3 September 2025 that West Bank annexation … Read more
As of Sept. 3, 2025, New Line/Warner Bros.’ The Conjuring: Last Rites is forecast to open to roughly $80 million worldwide, with U.S. previews beginning Thursday and a North American rollout in 3,700 theaters while the film plays on 15,500 screens in 66 overseas markets. Key Takeaways Forecast global opening: about $80 million for The … Read more
