Florida player spits on USF opponent in costly sequence

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Late in the fourth quarter of the Sept. 6, 2025 game in Gainesville, Florida, Florida defensive tackle Brendan Bett spat in the face of South Florida offensive lineman Cole Skinner after a rushing play; Bett was flagged for unsportsmanlike conduct, ejected, and the 15-yard penalty set up a 20-yard game-winning field goal by USF’s Nico … Read more

Russian Strike Breaches Kyiv’s Most Protected Government District

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On Sept. 7, 2025, a Russian strike breached Kyiv’s heavily defended government district overnight, setting the Cabinet of Ministers building on fire and causing multiple other strikes across Ukraine, including damage in Kryvyi Rih and Odesa and at least two apartment fires in Kyiv that killed an adult and a child. Key Takeaways A strike … Read more

Hegseth Glances at Notes in ‘Department of War’ Promotional Video

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On Sep. 6–7, 2025, President Donald Trump posted a one-minute clip on Truth Social showing Pete Hegseth, styled as “War Secretary,” reading lines—sometimes from notes—about renaming the Department of Defense and emphasizing a tougher posture. Key Takeaways President Trump posted a one-minute promotional video to Truth Social on Sep. 6, 2025, promoting a rebrand of … Read more

Bill Belichick gets his first college win

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Who: Bill Belichick; When: Sunday night, Sept. 6, 2025; Where: vs. Charlotte; What: North Carolina secured a nonconference victory; Result: UNC defeated the Charlotte 49ers, 20-3, marking Belichick’s first win at the college level. Key Takeaways North Carolina beat Charlotte 20-3 on Sunday night. The Tar Heels opened quickly, mirroring their fast start against TCU … Read more

USF stuns No. 13 Florida 18-16 at the Swamp

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September 6, 2025 — In Gainesville, unranked South Florida beat No. 13 Florida 18-16 at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium on a last‑second 20‑yard field goal by Nico Gramatica, handing the Gators their first tough home loss under coach Billy Napier and leaving Florida 1‑1 for the season. Key Takeaways USF won 18‑16 at the Swamp … Read more

iPhone Air, price hikes and AI: What to watch at Apple’s Sept. 9 event

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Apple is expected on September 9, 2025, to unveil a thinner model likely called the “iPhone Air” alongside the iPhone 17 and new Apple Watch models at its annual fall event; analysts say the company will emphasize hardware upgrades, while pricing, tariffs and the company’s pace on AI could shape customer response. Key Takeaways Apple’s … Read more

L.A.P.D. Ends Protective Detail for Kamala Harris

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On Sept. 6, 2025 in Los Angeles, the L.A.P.D. halted a temporary protective detail for former Vice President Kamala Harris after internal objections from a specialized unit and criticism from the police union. Key Takeaways The Los Angeles Police Department withdrew officers assigned to guard Kamala Harris on Saturday morning, Sept. 6, 2025. The assignment … Read more

Chicago Braces for Expanded Immigration Enforcement After Trump Post

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Sept. 6, 2025 — Chicago and nearby communities prepared for an intensified immigration enforcement operation this weekend after President Donald Trump amplified threats of federal intervention via a social-media post. State and city leaders pushed back, while federal agents were reported to be staging at Naval Station Great Lakes and local organizers mounted protests. Key … Read more

Lookahead Horoscope — September 7, 2025

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Astrologer Sally Brompton warns that a lunar eclipse falling on September 7, 2025, can sharpen tensions in close one to one relationships. On this birthday date many signs should expect heightened words and emotions, so approach conversations with restraint and practical solutions. Key Takeaways A lunar eclipse on Sept. 7, 2025 amplifies one to one … Read more

Mexican deportee sent to South Sudan returns to Mexico

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Who: J. Jesus Muñoz Gutierrez, a Mexican national deported from the United States; When: Saturday, September 6, 2025; Where: Juba International Airport, South Sudan and then onward to Mexico; What: Muñoz was handed to Mexico’s ambassador-designate and flown home after being sent to South Sudan in May as part of a group of eight detainees; … Read more

Aryna Sabalenka wins 2025 US Open, back-to-back champion

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On September 7, 2025 at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Flushing, New York, Aryna Sabalenka beat Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 7-6(3) to claim her second straight US Open women s singles title, closing out the match in straight sets under the closed roof. Key Takeaways Final score: Sabalenka def. Amanda Anisimova 6-3, 7-6(3). Sabalenka secured back-to-back US … Read more

Cable failed before Lisbon Gloria funicular crash that killed 16

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A preliminary investigation released on Sept. 6, 2025, found the connecting cable between the two cabins snapped shortly before the Gloria funicular derailed near Avenida da Liberdade in central Lisbon on Sept. 4, killing 16 people and injuring 21. Key takeaways The accident occurred on Sept. 4, 2025, near Avenida da Liberdade in central Lisbon. … Read more

Week 2 Takeaways: Florida Collapses, Arch Manning Recovers

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On the Week 2 weekend of the 2025 college football season (games played Sept. 6–7), South Florida stunned Florida in Gainesville on a last‑second field goal, while Texas quarterback Arch Manning rebounded from a difficult opener with a five‑touchdown performance against San Jose State. Key Takeaways South Florida upset Florida in Gainesville after late Gators … Read more