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On Aug. 30, 2025, twenty years after Hurricane Katrina upended New Orleans, a veteran New York Times reporter reflected on the city’s breakdown through one indelible image: the body of an unnamed Black man left for days on Union Street—an emblem of a disaster that flooded four-fifths of the city, caused an estimated $125 billion … Read more
No. 9 LSU and No. 4 Clemson opened the 2025 season with a heavyweight matchup at Memorial Stadium (Death Valley), and it’s playing out like the billing: with 10:53 left in the second quarter, the Tigers are even at 3-3 in a defensive-tilted start anchored by two quarterbacks projected atop the 2026 NFL Draft—LSU’s Garrett … Read more
Florida State opened the 2025 season with a statement, beating No. 8 Alabama 31-17 in Tallahassee on Aug. 30, 2025, as quarterback Tommy Castellanos backed up his summer bravado with efficient dual-threat play and Mike Norvell’s late fourth-down gamble sparked the clinching drive. Key Takeaways Final: Florida State 31, No. 8 Alabama 17, in Tallahassee. … Read more
Aug. 30, 2025 — In Tallahassee, Florida State opened the season with a statement, defeating No. 8 Alabama 31-17 at Doak Campbell Stadium. The Seminoles led 17-7 at halftime and never trailed after the first quarter, punctuating a comprehensive performance that raises questions around second-year Crimson Tide coach Kalen DeBoer. Key Takeaways Scoreline: Florida State … Read more
On Aug. 30, 2025, in a raucous, newly renovated Doak Campbell Stadium, Florida State seized early control against No. 8 Alabama and carried a 24-17 lead into the early fourth quarter, turning a heavyweight Week 1 showcase into a statement opportunity for Mike Norvell’s retooled Seminoles. Key Takeaways Scoreline at latest update: Florida State 24, … Read more
Aug 30, 2025 — Conjoined twins Abby and Brittany Hensel were photographed in their Minnesota hometown making a quick stop at McDonald’s while carrying a baby carrier, before driving off, according to images published by TMZ. Key Takeaways Photos published Aug 30, 2025 (2:42 PM PDT) show Abby and Brittany Hensel in Minnesota with a … Read more
Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein premiered at the 82nd Venice International Film Festival on August 30, 2025, where the Netflix-backed feature drew a reported 15-minute standing ovation. Del Toro walked the Lido red carpet with leads Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi before unveiling the long-anticipated take on Mary Shelley’s classic. Key Takeaways World premiere took place … Read more
Aug. 30, 2025 — A former art teacher says she reported signs of self-harm in 2017 by Robin Westman, the 23-year-old who opened fire during morning Mass at Annunciation Catholic Church in Minneapolis on Wednesday, killing two children and injuring 18, before dying of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Key Takeaways Former teacher Sarah Reely … Read more
On Aug 30, 2025, defending champion Ohio State handed preseason No. 1 Texas a 14-7 defeat in the season opener, as Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning labored for most of the afternoon despite a late surge. Key Takeaways Final: Ohio State 14, Texas 7 in the 2025 season opener. Arch Manning went 17-of-30 for 170 yards, … Read more
Aug. 30, 2025, Columbus, Ohio — Defending national champion Ohio State opened its title defense with a 14-7 win over top-ranked Texas at Ohio Stadium, as Julian Sayin hit Carnell Tate for a 40-yard fourth-quarter touchdown and the Buckeyes defense delivered two critical red-zone stands to seal a marquee Week 1 victory. Key Takeaways Final: … Read more
Yemen’s Houthi movement said on Saturday that an Israeli airstrike in Sanaa killed Ahmed al-Rahawi, the prime minister of the rebel-run administration, during a meeting on Thursday. Israel confirmed a precise strike in the Sanaa area but did not immediately confirm al-Rahawi’s death. Key Takeaways Houthi officials say Prime Minister Ahmed al-Rahawi was killed in … Read more
New York City declared the central Harlem Legionnaires’ disease outbreak over on 30 August 2025, citing no new cases since 9 August. In total, officials confirmed 114 infections, 90 hospitalizations (six still in care), and seven deaths. Environmental testing traced legionella to cooling towers at city-run Harlem Hospital and a nearby city construction site; all … Read more
August 30, 2025 — Guillermo del Toro’s long-awaited Netflix adaptation of Frankenstein premiered at the Venice Film Festival to a mixed-but-intrigued first wave: critics widely applauded the lavish craft and committed turns from Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi, while questioning the 2.5-hour runtime and tonal balance. The result is a conversation-starter with awards buzz and … Read more
Amazon’s 2025 Labor Day sale is now live in the U.S., with B&H Photo matching or competing on many listings. As of August 30, 2025, notable Apple discounts span M4 MacBook Air/Pro, Mac mini, Mac Studio, AirPods, iPhone 15/16 Pro (Renewed Premium), iPad Pro/Air/mini, and Apple Watch—delivering some of the year’s lowest prices. Key Takeaways … Read more
1:29 p.m. ET, Aug. 30, 2025 — No. 3 Ohio State leads No. 1 Texas 7-0 at Ohio Stadium after a fourth-down touchdown run by C.J. Donaldson, while Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning has opened slowly in his first true road start of the season opener. Key Takeaways Score update: Ohio State 7, Texas 0 with … Read more
