⚡ News Roundup: 252 Stories from 20 Outlets — Past 3h (as of 6:00 PM ET, Sep 23)

ABC, CBS and More TV Networks Won’t Film Xi’s Arrival Amid Trump’s Press Ban — New York Times, 5:59 PM ET The White House TV pool has suspended its coverage of President Trump since he banned CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House. The suspension was not expected to change before the arrival of Ch…

‘Chef’s Table’ Assembles Its Culinary “Avengers” for a Universe Beyond the Screen — Hollywood Reporter, 5:58 PM ET Pancakes with a cult following, live food shoots, Massimo Bottura in the DJ booth and Thomas Keller at the buffet: The world built around the Netflix series moves into live events.

Melania Trump’s Busy Schedule: A New Show, a Foster-Care Bill and Reading Executive Orders — New York Times, 5:57 PM ET In a burst of activity this week, the enigmatic first lady told Americans what she has been up to after a quiet summer. Her activities have included filming a new documentary series about her life.

Virginia soldier becomes 19th known death since start of Iran war — The Hill, 5:57 PM ET The Pentagon has officially upped the number of service members who have died in the Middle East since the start of the Iran war, adding one additional death to bring the disclosed total to 19. Capt.…

Voters increasingly use AI for election info despite accuracy risks — The Hill, 5:54 PM ET {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Voters are turning to AI on politics. Is it up to the task? Artificial intelligence is playing a growing role in how voters get information about politics…

Federal judge delays ruling on White House media ban — BBC News, 5:53 PM ET During a roughly 45-minute hearing, a lawyer for CNN, Politico and MS NOW disputed Trump administration arguments that the ban was over national security concerns.

Max Scherzer's answer on MLB future may surprise baseball fans — Yahoo Sports, 5:52 PM ET The latest indications from Scherzer are that he might have more in the tank.

ABC, CBS and More TV Networks Won’t Film Xi’s Arrival Amid Trump’s Press Ban — 5:59 PM ET The White House TV pool has suspended its coverage of President Trump since he banned CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House. The suspension was not expected to change before the arrival of Ch…

U.N. Live Updates: Zelensky Warns of Growing Global Cost of Russia’s War in Ukraine — 5:52 PM ET Ukraine’s president said rising fuel prices and deadlier drone technology showed that years of fighting have spilled beyond his country’s borders. He called for steps to end to the war before winter.

Hackers Say They Stole Thousands of Sensitive F.B.I. Personnel Records — 5:52 PM ET The compromise, if confirmed, would be the latest in a string of cybersecurity failures at the F.B.I., which said it was investigating the matter.

Trump’s Board of Peace Lays Out 6-Month Plan for Gaza That Faces Roadblocks — 5:52 PM ET The board briefed donors on the sidelines of the U.N. General Assembly, where some world leaders have criticized Israel’s continued attacks and restrictions on humanitarian access in the Palestinian…

He Changed the World of Organ Transplants. Would He Die Waiting for His Own? — 5:41 PM ET A New York transplant surgeon’s experience waiting for a heart transplant laid bare the challenges of a system he had spent decades trying to fix.

3 Riders Sue Six Flags, Saying California Roller Coaster Caused Brain Injuries — 5:41 PM ET The lawsuits accuse the company of failing to adequately warn passengers about the risks to riders of the X2 coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain.

Tropical Storm Nolo Forms Near Hawaii — 5:40 PM ET Nolo, still a tropical storm for now, formed on Wednesday south of the state.

Trump Invites Putin to Attend Group of 20 Summit in Miami — 5:40 PM ET Many leaders are unlikely to welcome the Russian leader’s presence at the event because of his country’s war against Ukraine.

Xi’s Visit Will Fuel More Scrutiny Over His Health — 5:40 PM ET Discussion about the Chinese leader’s health is heavily censored in China even as the 73-year-old is expected to remain in power.

Could Hurricane Polo Bring Rain to Southern California? Probably Not. — 5:38 PM ET The storms won’t make landfall there, but even from a distance they could affect the state’s coastline.

After Warm Meeting With Trump, Venezuela’s Leader Is Set to Address U.N. — 5:37 PM ET She will be the first head of state from her country in eight years to make a speech to the body in person, and she is likely to sound radically different from her recent predecessors.

St. Paul Police Chief Sues Mayor, Accusing Her of Sexual Harassment — 5:35 PM ET The lawsuit comes days after an independent review found that Mayor Kaohly Her had treated employees in an “offensive and inappropriate way” and created an “uncomfortable work environment.”

Trump Backtracks on Plan for New Controls on N.I.H. Grants — 5:16 PM ET Democrats and Republicans in Congress opposed the creation of a commission with the power to veto federal research awards.

Iran’s president says his country will not give up its right to a peaceful nuclear program. — 5:15 PM ET

As Xi Visits Washington, Trump Plays Down China’s Actions Against U.S. Interests — 5:14 PM ET Despite the rivalry between the United States and China, President Trump has repeatedly found ways to give President Xi Jinping of China a pass, portraying him more as a personal friend than a compet…

Bond Yields Soar as Investors Foresee Another Fed Interest Rate Increase — 5:10 PM ET The 10-year Treasury yield on Wednesday rose to around 5.1 percent, as investors increasingly expect the Fed Reserve will raise interest rates again.

Here’s the latest. — 5:05 PM ET

Decoding Trump-Xi — 5:03 PM ET The Chinese leader seems to have the upper hand heading into a state visit to Washington and talks on trade, A.I. and Taiwan.

Judge Holds Off on Immediate Ruling on White House’s Media Ban — 4:57 PM ET Judge Timothy J. Kelly heard arguments about President Trump’s recent decision to bar CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House grounds. He said he would issue a decision about it “as soon as pos…

Zelensky Warns Russia’s War Will Expand if It Is Not Ended Soon — 4:51 PM ET The Ukrainian president called for measures to disrupt “Russia’s finances and Russia’s production” before another deadly winter of war.

Our Forests Are Demanding a Sacrifice — 4:51 PM ET Wildfire converted me from a tree-hugger to a tree-worshipper.

Paul LePage, a Trump Ally, Says a Family Member Is Being Deported — 4:43 PM ET The former Maine governor, a Republican running for Congress, said the Trump administration is seeking to wrongly deport his son’s father-in-law, who has a work permit.

Here’s the latest. — 4:33 PM ET

Michigan Governor Orders Inquiry After ICE Pursuit Ends in Fatal Crash — 4:25 PM ET A Guatemalan immigrant died after being chased by agents in Grand Rapids, the latest death stemming from immigration enforcement around the country.

Hayden Panettiere Was Found Surrounded by Drugs, Report Details — 4:23 PM ET The actress had completed a stint in rehab before she died last month from an overdose, the coroner’s office said. Her death was ruled an accident.

Bessent ‘Inadvertently’ Failed to Report Holdings of JPMorgan Stock — 4:12 PM ET Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s finances were reviewed by the inspector general after Mr. Bessent incorrectly listed at least $100,000 of the stock, which was owned by his husband, as cash.

Where Is the U.S. Beating China on A.I., and Where Is It Lagging? — 4:05 PM ET As Xi Jinping visits President Trump in Washington, his country lags behind the United States on A.I. development in key areas — but Beijing has advantages elsewhere.

A Powerful Nor’easter Is Taking Shape. How It Could Affect Your Forecast. — 4:04 PM ET The forecast for this weekend became a lot clearer on Wednesday, but meteorologists warned that the storm’s exact path was still uncertain.

As Trump Welcomes Xi, More Americans Have a Positive View of China — 4:00 PM ET Experts attribute the changing mood to fading memories of the coronavirus pandemic, awareness of China’s tech innovations and disaffection with President Trump’s trade wars.

How Trump’s Iran War May Sink Republican Midterm Chances — 3:55 PM ET The president might be supercharging what already looked like a blue wave.

Here’s the latest. — 3:54 PM ET

At Trump’s Request, Nations Are Designating Crime Groups as Terrorists — 3:53 PM ET Secretary of State Marco Rubio said leaders of countries across Latin America and the Caribbean had begun making the designations. The actions could help provide a public rationale for military strik…

Officials Investigating Mississippi Student Deaths Issue Warning About Kratom — 3:50 PM ET The herbal substance Kratom was found during inquiries into the recent deaths of two University of Mississippi students. Their causes of death have not been determined.

The New York Times stopped publishing White House pool photos in support of the banned outlets. — 3:42 PM ET

Florida Files Lawsuit Against The New York Times — 3:26 PM ET The state’s attorney general demanded access to company records to examine how the newspaper’s board oversees editorial standards amid claims of anti-Israel bias.

The judge in this case once restored White House access for a CNN reporter after Trump stripped it. — 3:24 PM ET

Here’s what the news outlets and the White House have said in court papers. — 3:11 PM ET

Trump faces Xi as strains with allies complicate U.S. pressure on China — 5:25 PM ET As Trump prepares to meet Xi, strains with U.S. allies are complicating Washington’s efforts to marshal pressure against an increasingly resilient China.

As Trump and Xi meet, Chinese automakers could be a Pandora's box for U.S. auto industry — 5:25 PM ET Trump’s meeting with Xi comes as U.S. automakers and lawmakers push to keep restrictions on Chinese vehicles and manufacturers.

Judge hears arguments on Trump White House media ban, hopes to rule 'soon' — 5:22 PM ET The DOJ on Tuesday night cited national security concerns in justifying President Trump's ban of MS NOW, CNN and Politico from the White House.

Harvey Weinstein is sentenced to 15 years in prison for 2006 sex crime in New York — 5:22 PM ET Harvey Weinstein was sentenced to 15 years in prison following his retrial for sexually assaulting a former production asisstant in 2006.

Here's what happens to the economy when Treasury yields soar like they are now — 5:11 PM ET Government debt costs leaped higher Wednesday, the product of multiple factors.

Meta's standoff with Amazon over Muse could be a sign of things to come — 5:04 PM ET Meta's new Muse AI personal agent is garnering excitement and shows signs of becoming a hit, but Amazon has blocked the app from its site.

Should you move your outstanding debt to a balance transfer card? Here’s how to pay off credit card debt in 3 steps — 4:54 PM ET A 0% balance transfer card can help you cut interest fees, but compare the details before applying.

Dow tumbles more than 300 points, Nasdaq drops 1% as Treasury yields surge: Live updates — 4:45 PM ET U.S. equities fell on Wednesday as Treasury yields marched higher amid concerns among investors that more interest rate hikes from the Fed may be coming.

Surging Treasury yields, big bond losses offer sizable tax savings opportunity to investors — 4:39 PM ET Don’t wait until December: The bond market selloff has opened a tax-loss harvesting opportunity for investors to offset big gains from stocks.

OpenAI and Anthropic CEOs push for AI cooperation at UN after Trump rebuffs 'globalist scheme' to control it — 4:29 PM ET Altman is one of several tech executives who's argued that AI companies should temper the pace of AI development in order to manage potential risks.

McDonald's CEO expects high inflation, lackluster traffic are here to stay — 4:23 PM ET McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski said that he expects that high inflation and flat traffic will continue to weigh on the restaurant industry.

Why McDonald's is following Walmart and Amazon into the advertising business — 4:21 PM ET McDonald's is following the lead of Amazon and Walmart as it starts its own media network.

A rare Microsoft bear warms up to the stock. Here's what changed their mind — 3:53 PM ET Stifel upgraded the software and cloud giant to buy from hold.

Bonds are getting thumped as yields surge. Here’s what it means for the 60/40 portfolio — 3:51 PM ET For the long-term investor, it doesn't hurt to check duration and credit quality, as well as shop around for inflation protection.

Chip stocks are firming up after a tough summer. Katie Stockton likes the trend in this name — 3:31 PM ET Katie Stockton breaks down the charts on Arm Holdings.

Higher interest rates squeeze younger and lower-income households. 'A rate hike is a blunt tool,' says expert — 3:31 PM ET Higher interest rates will significantly affect consumer borrowing costs and savings returns, but the impact will not be felt equally across all households.

Oil industry warns a diesel export ban will raise fuel prices as Trump weighs restrictions — 3:30 PM ET A diesel export ban would provide only brief relief before prices start to rise again as refiners cut production, experts say.

FBI says investigating breach of ‘very sensitive’ data by hackers — 5:18 PM ET Hacker group ShinyHunters claims to have detailed data on thousands of FBI employees.

US aviation sanctions disrupt Iran flights, push travellers overland — 5:05 PM ET Travel disruptions intensify as Iranian airlines lose access to airspace, pushing civilians towards costly land routes.

Gaza flotilla activist on hunger strike in Tunisia jail ‘on verge of death’ — 4:56 PM ET Wael Naouar has been hospitalised as his hunger strike enters its 39th day, the Gaza Sumud Flotilla says.

Ethiopia warns of ‘destruction’ as Tigray rebels launch offensive — 4:37 PM ET Ethiopian President Taye Atske Selassie warned of “forces of destruction” as Tigray rebels launched an offensive.

Trump administration invites Putin to attend G20 summit in Miami — 4:23 PM ET US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says summit would be opportunity for Russian president to engage with global leaders.

Harvey Weinstein sentenced to 15 years in New York sexual assault retrial — 3:58 PM ET The ruling seals six years of legal battles after Weinstein’s initial conviction for sexually assaulting TV assistant.

As major powers act unilaterally, experts say UN faces crisis in New York — 3:54 PM ET Experts warn the UN faces crises of funding, relevance, and Security Council gridlock.

Manchester United losses jump nearly a third to $57m despite record revenue — 3:35 PM ET Manchester United's debt remains over 1 billion pounds ($1.3bn) despite record revenues that are unable to prevent loss.

Ivory Coast vs Ghana: AFCON 2027 qualifier, kick-off time, lineups, teams — 3:32 PM ET A star-studded opening to AFCON 2027 qualifying sees Real Madrid's Yan Diomande lead Ivory Coast against depleted Ghana.

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy calls for sustained pressure to end ‘Putin’s crazy war’ — 3:31 PM ET Ukrainian president urges world leaders to keep choking Russia's revenues to impede its war efforts.

Israeli soldier wounded in car-ramming attack in occupied West Bank — 3:29 PM ET Israeli soldier Neria Leiter wounded in a suspected car-ramming attack near the illegal settlement of Beit Horon.

US lawmakers propose sweeping AI restrictions with superintelligence ban — 3:29 PM ET Legislation seeks to pause advanced AI systems until federal safety standards are established.

Iran threatens countries enforcing US airline sanctions — 3:27 PM ET Iran has threatened countries enforcing US sanctions on its airlines, warning that their airports could face disruptions

US judge leaves Trump administration’s media ban in place for now — 3:26 PM ET A judge heard arguments on Wednesday but did not rule on the case.

Zelenskyy: Putin is making the world ‘more dangerous’ — 3:13 PM ET Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is warning that Russia's “never-ending war" could spread throughout Europe.

Argentina’s Milei says UN ‘looking the other way’ on Falkland Islands — 3:12 PM ET Argentina steps up its Las Malvinas claim as tensions with the UK grow over offshore oil drilling.

Federal judge delays ruling on White House media ban — 5:53 PM ET During a roughly 45-minute hearing, a lawyer for CNN, Politico and MS NOW disputed Trump administration arguments that the ban was over national security concerns.

Teenagers to be offered new vocational GCSE subjects in school — 5:31 PM ET New GCSE subjects could include child development and building and construction as vocational courses are being introduced.

Watch: The arms race in space explained — 5:29 PM ET The UK has jammed satellites to defend itself from hostile threats, the BBC has been told.

Trump's Board of Peace unveils $2.45bn plan to begin Gaza's reconstruction — 5:26 PM ET The figure was announced during a meeting of the group's board at the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York.

Lidl banned from selling copycat Birkenstock sandals, Dutch court rules — 5:25 PM ET Lidl must also compensate Birkenstock and pay its legal fees, according to the court ruling

UK survivor of Canadian poison seller says he exploited her despair — 5:16 PM ET Elisabeth Belien tells Kenneth Law's sentencing hearing she took the poison when she was just 23 years old.

UK survivor of Canadian poison seller says he exploited her despair — 5:16 PM ET Elisabeth Belien tells Kenneth Law's sentencing hearing she took the poison when she was just 23 years old.

Tories would prevent long-term jobless spending benefits on alcohol and cigarettes — 5:01 PM ET The proposals would also see benefits cut for people who are able to work but have failed to hold down a job.

Burnham brands ban on football fans drinking alcohol in stands as 'discrimination' — 5:01 PM ET The prime minister opposes the law - in place since 1985 - and believes there is a case to remove it.

Burnham says ban on alcohol for football fans in stands is 'discrimination' — 5:01 PM ET The prime minister opposes the law - in place since 1985 - and believes there is a case to remove it.

Blood tests find high level of cancer-causing forever chemical in residents near factory — 5:01 PM ET People living near a major chemical factory in Lancashire are told they could be at risk of serious health conditions.

Essex cricketer Das charged with two counts of rape — 4:32 PM ET Essex cricketer Robin Das is charged with two counts of rape and will appear in court in October.

Bentley unveils its first fully electric car — 3:21 PM ET The SUVs will be built on a new production line in Crewe, which has been Bentley's base since 1946.

Barrecore and Boom Cycle owner suddenly shuts studios — 3:10 PM ET Common Bond has emailed customers announcing its locations were closed "until further notice".

Barrecore and Boom Cycle owner suddenly shuts studios — 3:10 PM ET Common Bond has emailed customers announcing its locations were closed "until further notice".

Australia news live: OECD says Australia will struggle to get inflation below 3%; travel woes as Qantas staff strike — 5:49 PM ET Follow the day’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastMore than 600 Qantas ground crew workers have begun a 24-hour strike this morning across the country over an escal…

Judge promises to rule soon on Trump’s ban of journalists from the White House – live — 5:49 PM ET CNN, MS Now and Politico presented arguments to judge Timothy Kelly against president’s self-described ‘ban on the free press’Sign up for US Breaking News emailsRubio also briefly addressed Trump’s m…

‘We are not the ones seeking confrontation,’ Polish president says about Russia during UN address – live — 5:47 PM ET Karol Nawrocki says ‘Russia is destabilising the situation in Europe through open aggression’ as he addresses UNGAThese latest attacks come just hours before Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s address to the UN g…

Twenty years after An Inconvenient Truth, Al Gore still believes in the climate fight: ‘We are going to win this’ — 5:43 PM ET Former US vice-president still has optimism for climate advocacy two decades after groundbreaking documentaryTwo decades after the release of his groundbreaking documentary An Inconvenient Truth, Al…

Anthony Albanese says OpenAI agent hacked Medicare and he expressed ‘extreme concern’ to Sam Altman — 5:38 PM ET Prime minister says he expressed ‘disappointment’ to chief executive it had taken the company ‘way too long’ to inform his government about the breachFollow our Australia news live blog for latest up…

Tories target universal credit claimants in plan condemned as ‘fast track to poverty’ — 5:30 PM ET Proposals aim to push people into work, but charities say families are still paying price of austerity cuts and rise in cost of livingPeople claiming universal credit (UC) would have their payments c…

Pupils to be offered vocational GCSEs in radical shake-up of system in England — 5:30 PM ET Courses such as finance and construction form part of PM’s push for education ‘that offers a path for everybody’Teenagers are to be offered a range of new vocational GCSEs under a radical shake-up of…

UK shares findings of damning climate crisis national security report suppressed under Starmer — 5:21 PM ET El Niño poses critical threat to nations’ defences, says Ed Miliband in presentation to global foreign ministersThe UK has warned countries around the world that the climate and nature crises and the…

Democrats accuse Susan Collins of corruption after bombshell ‘pay-to-play’ report — 5:12 PM ET Republican senator calls bribery allegation ‘categorically false’ as ProPublica reports Trump derailed FBI inquiryDemocrats in Maine on Wednesday accused Republican senator Susan Collins of corruptio…

Three charged with assault after anti-migration protests in Hampshire — 5:07 PM ET Hundreds gathered on Tuesday night in anticipation of a small boat arriving in GosportThree people have been charged in connection with anti-migrant protests which drew hundreds of demonstrators to a…

In a first, olive ridley turtles spotted nesting on California’s beaches — 5:05 PM ET Scientists are questioning whether the nestings on Seal and Huntington Beach were freak occurrences or start of a trendA sea turtle crawled out of the surf in southern California last weekend around…

Andy Burnham signals he may lift ban on alcohol in football stands — 5:00 PM ET Prime minister says measure is discriminatory when fans of other sports are not similarly restrictedAndy Burnham has signalled he may lift the ban on drinking alcohol in the stands at football matche…

‘My friend’: Anthony Albanese announces $60m more for Ukraine at Zelenskyy meeting — 3:40 PM ET An emotional prime minister says that Kyiv’s cause is ‘an issue for the world’ as he also sets out the need for a new global orderAnthony Albanese has announced Australia will provide $60m more in su…

Former NFL star Antonio Brown to avoid possibility of 30 years in prison with plea deal — 3:37 PM ET 38-year-old had been facing attempted murder chargeFormer player will accept aggravated assault chargeFormer NFL star Antonio Brown plans to accept a plea deal on an attempted murder charge in Miami,…

How the ‘poisonous tide’ of disinformation spreads division and despair — 3:24 PM ET Whether produced by Russia, China or far-right influencers, deepfakes and disinfo are pushing multiple false narrativesRussian disinformation campaigns are varied in their falsehoods and strategies.T…

3 things to know about rising diesel prices and how they affect you — 5:51 PM ET Diesel prices have reached historic highs as a result of the U.S. war in Iran and Russia's war in Ukraine, and consumers will bear the brunt of the rising cost, experts say.

FBI investigates hackers' claim to have stolen employee data, compromised jobs website — 5:37 PM ET The FBI said Wednesday it was investigating a criminal hacking group's claims that it had stolen "very sensitive data" belonging to thousands of agents and applicants and that it had compromised the…

AI firm leaders tell UN Security Council that it could be a risk to all humanity — 5:23 PM ET The heads of major artificial intelligence firms pleaded with the United Nations on Wednesday to set controls over the burgeoning technology they are designing in order to save the world — or, at lea…

Trump administration's ban of three prominent news outlets from White House is in court — 4:19 PM ET The extraordinary showdown between President Donald Trump and media outlets whose coverage he dislikes moved Wednesday to a courtroom in the nation's capital, where a judge is hearing arguments on wh…

Trump's focus on noncitizen voting has led to 160 arrests. That shows it's rare, experts say — 3:56 PM ET The Trump administration's whole-of-government effort to find and prosecute noncitizens illegally on state voter rolls has resulted in about 1,600 voter fraud cases that have led to 160 arrests, Home…

China Has No Use for AI Doomerism — 5:31 PM ET The country’s most prominent AI companies are focused on beating the U.S., no matter the cost.

How to Say ‘Stop Invading Greenland’ With Reindeer Sausage — 5:25 PM ET And other things I learned at the Danish ambassador’s residence last week

The Makings of a Prewar World — 4:26 PM ET President Trump’s speech to the United Nations clarifies the vision he shares with Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping.

A Revealing Exchange Between Donald Trump and Kaitlan Collins — 4:22 PM ET The president doesn’t understand how journalism works.

How to Argue in the Trump Era Without Losing Your Mind — 3:30 PM ET Jessica Tarlov on her new book, I Disagree: Winning Arguments Without Losing Friends, and the dangers of platforming the wrong people

If Amazon doesn’t know how to eliminate carbon emissions, then who does? — 5:21 PM ET Amazon is one of the largest companies in the world. How much responsibility does it have to meet its net-zero pledge?

VC firm Bessemer now has another $5.75B to invest in (what else?) AI — 4:35 PM ET The VC firm says that AI-native companies are growing faster than any technology, ever.

Enveda secures $311M to bring more nature-derived AI drugs into clinical trials — 3:31 PM ET The round valued the AI biotech at $2 billion. It is currently testing drugs that treat skin conditions and preserve weight loss after stopping GLP-1s.

Modal Motors is trying to cut China out of electric motors entirely — 3:05 PM ET The startup is working on small, light motors with no rare-earth magnets that are suited for drones, fans, and robots.

Officials seek answers after man police say was fleeing ICE dies in car crash — 4:31 PM ET The man was driving Sunday morning in Grand Rapids, Michigan, when at some point before the crash ICE attempted to stop the vehicle, police said.

States can soon access covid vaccines for low-income children, after delay — 4:21 PM ET The Vaccines for Children program, which serves nearly half the nation’s youths, had been in limbo for almost a month, with doctors unable to obtain the shots.

‘I am the code’: Trump clashed with ballroom architect over safety issues — 3:19 PM ET James McCrery II resigned in October after warning that the president was insisting on designs that violated fire and safety codes.

XPRIZE Wildfire winners spotted fires within 10 min—but couldn’t stop them — 4:28 PM ET $11M competition showed wildfire detection is still easier than stopping fires.

Discord age verification rolls out today with changes spurred by user backlash — 4:05 PM ET Discord will try to automatically estimate ages, require verification when it can't.

YouTube promises custom feeds and a lot more AI later this year — 3:35 PM ET YouTube's next year could change the content you see with a big focus on AI and livestreams.

Microsoft refreshes its smaller Surface Pro and Laptop with Qualcomm’s X2 Plus — 4:30 PM ET Microsoft is refreshing its Surface Pro 12-inch and Surface Laptop 13-inch devices with Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon X2 Plus chips. The smaller Surface devices retain the same design and hardware fea…

Microsoft’s new Surface Mouse has haptic feedback and a customizable action button — 4:30 PM ET Microsoft is launching a second generation of its Surface Mouse next month that includes haptic feedback support. The Surface Mouse also has a customizable action button for the first time, which is…

Virginia soldier becomes 19th known death since start of Iran war — 5:57 PM ET The Pentagon has officially upped the number of service members who have died in the Middle East since the start of the Iran war, adding one additional death to bring the disclosed total to 19. Capt.…

Voters increasingly use AI for election info despite accuracy risks — 5:54 PM ET {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Voters are turning to AI on politics. Is it up to the task? Artificial intelligence is playing a growing role in how voters get information about politics…

Paul LePage says ICE is deporting his relative — 5:48 PM ET Former Maine Gov. Paul LePage (R), who is running for Congress, said Monday his son’s father-in-law is being deported, calling the situation “not right.” LePage, running to succeed outgoing Democrati…

Lawsuit challenges 'medically frail' exemption — 5:47 PM ET Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Healthcare Healthcare The Big Story Lawsuit challenges 'medically frail' exemption What does it mean to be “medically frail?” A new lawsuit is challengin…

Senators try to 'get to the bottom of' AI-powered surveillance networks amid Flock concerns — 5:44 PM ET A Senate panel held the first Congressional hearing Wednesday on AI-powered surveillance cameras manufacturers, such as Flock Safety, in an attempt to "get to the bottom" of whether the technology in…

Economic frustrations chip away at Trump's rural support — 5:37 PM ET Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Economic frustrations chip away at Trump's rural support President Trump’s approval ra…

Johnson calls for 'resolution' of Iran war — 5:23 PM ET Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is urging “a resolution” to the Iran war, sending the strongest signal to date that Republicans on Capitol Hill are feeling the political sting of the long-drawn conflict…

Newsmax CEO says he asked Trump to 'reconsider' White House media outlet bans — 5:09 PM ET Newsmax CEO Chris Ruddy on Tuesday said he asked President Trump to reconsider his ban on CNN, Politico and MS NOW reporters from covering his administration and the White House. "I've urged the pres…

Moreno, Banks warn of 'Russiagate 2.0' amid GOP push to probe Trump Jr. wedding party — 5:07 PM ET Republican Sens. Bernie Moreno (Ohio) and Jim Banks (Ind.) warned of a situation similar to previous investigations into President Trump’s ties with Russia amid a GOP push to question Donald Trump Jr…

ICE officer who shot Austin man wasn't wearing body camera: Reports — 4:58 PM ET The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer who shot a Venezuelan man in Austin while he was in his vehicle this weekend was not wearing a body camera during the incident, according to mult…

Trump pushes to admit 17,500 White Afrikaners from South Africa in 2027 refugee cap — 4:57 PM ET The Trump administration on Wednesday proposed raising the refugee cap for the coming year to 17,500 people, which is a historically low figure, and which President Trump argued should primarily be g…

Collins rips report on pay-for-play allegations: 'Partisan hit job' — 4:51 PM ET Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) ripped a recent report about an FBI inquiry into an alleged pay-to-play scheme as a "partisan hit job" and "offensive." "I do not understand how anyone would take the wor…

Kaine calls Iran war 'triply illegal,' says it should 'end immediately' — 4:45 PM ET Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) called on the Trump administration Wednesday to swiftly end its military operations against Iran amid legislative pressure to bring this monthslong conflict to a close. Kaine n…

Judge skeptical of White House press ban on Politico, MS NOW, CNN: Due process 'wasn't followed' — 4:44 PM ET President Trump's decision to ban a trio of news outlets from the White House complex last week and revoke their hard press badges appeared to be on thin ice Wednesday after a key hearing where the s…

Live updates: Judge skeptical of Trump position on media ban; Trump to greet Xi Jinping in airport welcome — 4:34 PM ET President Trump's decision to bar three news outlets from the White House faces a court test on Wednesday afternoon, as networks stand in solidarity with CNN, MS Now and Politico. Trump, during a Tue…

NRSC Chair Tim Scott leaves Georgia, North Carolina off his list of top Senate targets — 5:43 PM ET He told Senate Republicans Wednesday that the campaign arm will focus money on other targets including Maine, Ohio, Michigan, Alaska, Texas and New Hampshire.

The NY governor race pollster scrum — 5:20 PM ET

Senators weigh staying in town to vote on data center bill — 4:22 PM ET One of the Senate GOP’s most vulnerable incumbents has been pushing for consideration of the measure before the midterms.

Trump officials weigh rolling back beef import plan as GOP midterm panic spreads — 3:24 PM ET It’s a sign that White House officials are trying to stem frustrations from battleground and farm-state Republicans ahead of the November election.

Nancy Mace: Republicans will ‘for SURE’ lose Senate race in North Carolina — 5:16 PM ET The Post reported Wednesday that Republican officials are growing increasingly anxious that former RNC chair Michael Whatley is on pace to lose the Senate contest.

Democrats again demand Trump’s drug-price contracts following Post report — 4:18 PM ET Lawmakers say they cannot judge the effectiveness of the administration’s initiative to lower drug prices until the contracts are released.

Trump invites Putin to this year’s G-20 summit in Florida — 3:47 PM ET Planning for the December gathering in Miami comes as security experts warn that escalations between Ukraine and Russia risk deepening the war.

Melania Trump’s Busy Schedule: A New Show, a Foster-Care Bill and Reading Executive Orders — 5:57 PM ET In a burst of activity this week, the enigmatic first lady told Americans what she has been up to after a quiet summer. Her activities have included filming a new documentary series about her life.

Trump’s Energy Secretary Dismisses Reports of Diesel Export Ban, Criticizes Solar Power — 4:30 PM ET Chris Wright also doubled down on his criticism of renewable energy sources like solar power.

Max Scherzer's answer on MLB future may surprise baseball fans — 5:52 PM ET The latest indications from Scherzer are that he might have more in the tank.

Are Giants coming to poach Cowboys' preseason darling? Can they stop it? — 5:50 PM ET If New York wants to keep their system, they may be interested in the very cheap option residing in Dallas.

WNBA Awards: Who is the biggest threat to A’ja Wilson’s MVP case? + Breaking down every playoff team’s championship trait — 5:50 PM ET Hoops 360 hosts Caroline Fenton and Cassandra Negley take a look at the 2026 playoff field as the regular season winds down, going team by team to identify each contender’s biggest “championship trai…

Barcelona star named part of national team captaincy group — 5:50 PM ET Barcelona star Jules Koundé has this week been rewarded for his ongoing importance in the French national team setup.This comes amid confirmation that the former Sevilla man has been included in the.…

3-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Darrell Waltrip diagnosed with progressive brain disease — 5:49 PM ET Waltrip's family said that he would be "stepping further away from the public limelight" because of the diagnosis.

Rueben Bain misses practice Wednesday — 5:49 PM ET Buccaneers first-round pick Rueben Bain missed the team's first practice of the week on Wednesday.

Kraken preview 48 new culinary options, ahead of 2026-27 hockey season — 5:47 PM ET The Seattle Kraken are kicking off their 2026-2027 NHL season with a delicious blast, as they previewed many of their new food and drinks at a preview event yesterday, Sept. 22.

Chad Tracy Gives Update on Garrett Crochet's Return Timeline — 5:47 PM ET Garrett Crochet is set to take another step in his rehab from a shoulder injury, but the postseason is quickly nearing.

Packers’ Jordan Love ‘trending down’ two weeks into the 2026 NFL season — 5:45 PM ET There was a belief among several folks inside the NFL this summer that the Packers could be a Super Bowl team to watch. Much of that optimism was around quarterback Jordan Love making another substan…

Barcelona rule out Alvarez deal - Thursday's gossip — 5:45 PM ET Barcelona rule out Alvarez signing from Atletico Madrid, Liverpool will not allow Wirtz departure, and Chelsea target English midfield duo, plus more.

Two running backs, starting WR on Steelers' injury report vs Bengals — 5:45 PM ET Running backs Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren were among players on the Pittsburgh Steelers' injury report ahead of a Week 3 game against the Bengals.

Two running backs, starting WR on Steelers' injury report vs Bengals — 5:45 PM ET Running backs Rico Dowdle and Jaylen Warren were among players on the Pittsburgh Steelers' injury report ahead of a Week 3 game against the Bengals.

Game Discussion: Milwaukee Brewers (98-59) @ Philadelphia Phillies (87-70) — 5:45 PM ET The Brewers go for their 99th win behind Logan Henderson.

Elly De La Cruz on the cusp of statistical history as Reds take on Braves — 5:44 PM ET Can he cross the 30/30 threshold before season’s end?

Yankees news: Why Cam Schlittler may not start Game 1 of AL Wild Card series — 5:44 PM ET New York Yankees starting pitcher Cam Schlittler will likely win the American League Cy Young Award this season. As the Yankees prepare for the postseason , though, manager Aaron Boone has decisions…

Kentucky to get visit from four-star center this weekend — 5:44 PM ET The Kentucky Wildcats are looking to add more size to the 2027 recruiting class, and are hosting a top 2027 center this weekend.

Serious business resumes for Wales boss Bellamy — 5:44 PM ET With the Burnley interest firmly behind him, Craig Bellamy is focused on leading Wales in the Nations League, starting against Portugal in Lisbon.

Liberty snaps Hamilton flag football's 40-game win streak — 5:43 PM ET For the first time since 2023, Hamilton has lost a flag football game to an Arizona school.

“Losing Is Not Funny”: Deion Sanders Dismissing Colorado Players Triggers Former Heisman Winner — 5:43 PM ET Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders dismissed several players following a 41-7 loss to the Northwestern Wildcats. Coach Prime cited their conduct as detrimental to the program after he notice…

Raiders defense is ready for Saints offense — 5:43 PM ET The Las Vegas Raiders defense faces a tough challenge against the New Orleans Saints #9-ranked scoring offense.

Plea deal lets former NFL receiver Antonio Brown avoid prison in shooting case — 5:42 PM ET Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown plans to accept a plea deal in a Miami attempted murder case that would allow him to avoid prison time, according to his lawyer. Brown is accused of firing a gu…

What a Packers game-day roster could look like: Week 3 — 5:42 PM ET Will the last spot go to Javon Hargrave, Anthony Campbell or Eric Johnson II? That’s the question this week

Isaac TeSlaa Facing Limited Chances as Lions’ First Two Progressions Continue to Click — 5:41 PM ET Isaac TeSlaa entered the 2026 season with expectations to finally become a bigger part of the Detroit Lions’ offense. Two games later, the production still has not followed. The second-year receiver…

Broncos injury report: Updates for J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey and Jonah Coleman — 5:41 PM ET Two Broncos running backs were limited on Wednesday and a third was held out of practice.

‘Send Him Back to Colorado’ — Emmanuel Acho Unleashes Blunt Criticism of Jaguars’ Travis Hunter Usage Post Broncos Loss — 5:41 PM ET The Jacksonville Jaguars suffered a frustrating loss to the Denver Broncos in Week 2 of the 2026 season. The team lost 20–13 on Sunday, but the defeat itself was not the only concern surrounding the…

John Harbaugh: All options are open for adding a veteran QB — 5:40 PM ET Jaxson Dart will miss at least the rest of the regular season with his knee injury.

Panthers Making Move After Jonathon Brooks Injury as Former All-Pro Austin Ekeler Visits — 5:40 PM ET The Carolina Panthers are planning a temporary replacement for injured Jonathon Brooks with a veteran running back. The Panthers are reportedly considering former second-team All-Pro running back Aus…

St. Louis Cardinals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Matthew Liberatore vs. Lake Bachar — 5:40 PM ET The Pirates are at PNC Park looking to grab a win today.

NFL Fantasy Football Week 3 2026 Start ‘Em Sit ‘Em: Quarterback — 5:39 PM ET The 2026 NFL season is finally starting to take shape as Week 3 kicks off in just a few days. Some of the league’s best teams and players are starting to emerge and establish themselves in this new s…

Could Giants ask Ravens about Tyler Huntley or rookie Joe Fagnano? — 5:39 PM ET Harbaugh’s Giants need quarterback depth. Joe Fagnano and Tyler Huntley offer two distinct possibilities on Baltimore’s roster

Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan, Gerald Ford have been to University of Tennessee — 5:39 PM ET President Trump is visiting Neyland Stadium for the Tennessee game. See which other presidents have visited UT.

John Harbaugh sounded so crestfallen about Jaxson Dart with 4 nihilistic words — 5:39 PM ET John Harbaugh seems to understand it's gonna be a long season for the Giants without Jaxson Dart.

Steelers vs. Bengals Week 3, Wednesday injury report: Joey Porter Jr., Pittman update — 5:39 PM ET Here is Wednesday’s Week 3 injury report for the Pittsburgh Steelers against the Cincinnati Bengals ahead of Sunday’s matchup.

Fantasy Football Rankings: Hayden Winks' RB Blueprint for Week 3 — 5:39 PM ET Fantasy football analyst Hayden Winks lays out the blueprint at running back for Week 3.

GB's Reid and Thomas reach finals at Europeans — 5:39 PM ET Great Britain's Chantelle Reid and Damar Thomas will fight for gold at the European Boxing Championships after semi-final victories on Wednesday.

‘Devastated’ — Jeff Saturday, Jason McCourty Address Jaxson Dart Potentially Missing Season — 5:38 PM ET The New York Giants’ 2026 season hit an unexpected difficulty on Monday night after Jaxson Dart contracted a serious knee injury. The Los Angeles Rams linebackers, Byron Young and Josaiah Stewart, hi…

Ex-Raiders QB Derek Carr Responds to Giants Rumors — 5:38 PM ET The New York Giants need a quarterback, and many have suggested that former Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr come out of retirement. The post Ex-Raiders QB Derek Carr Responds to Giants Rumor…

Spain secures spot in Billie Jean King Cup semifinal with thrilling win over Kazakhstan — 5:38 PM ET Spain reached the Billie Jean King Cup semifinals for the first time since 2008 after a marathon win over Kazakhstan.

Travis Etienne Jr. listed as limited — 5:38 PM ET Saints RB Travis Etienne Jr. limited Wednesday because of hamstring issue

‘Losing Is Not Funny’ — Former Heisman Winner Backs Deion Sanders’ Decision To Kick Colorado Players off the Team Post Northwestern Loss — 5:38 PM ET The Colorado Buffaloes suffered a disappointing 41–7 loss to Northwestern. Head coach Deion Sanders responded by holding his players accountable and announcing roster changes during his weekly press…

Colts tryout three veteran defensive ends two with significant starting experience — 5:37 PM ET Colts tryout three veteran defensive ends two with significant starting experience

Brock Bowers limited in practice Wednesday — 5:36 PM ET There is hope superstar tight end will play Sunday

Manchester City Star Erling Haaland Sends 3-Word Tease Ahead of Norway Return — 5:35 PM ET On Thursday, Erling Haaland is back on the Norway national team in a Nations League match against Denmark.Haaland hyped the upcoming match on Instagram, dropping a three-word tease message. He also a…

Manchester United Women work through frustrations with 10-1 League Cup victory — 5:35 PM ET Manchester United Women did the real-life equivalent of firing up FIFA and taking frustrations out on a virtual opponent on Wednesday. The Reds battered Sheffield United 10-1 to open League Cup play…

Is it time to panic about Baker Mayfield? — 5:35 PM ET Is it time to panic about Baker Mayfield?

Watch: Kyle Brandt goes OFF about how no one is talking about the Raiders — 5:35 PM ET Kyle Brandt was hot today, going on a fiery must-see rant about the lack of talk about the 2-0 Raiders.

Yankees news: Latest Anthony Volpe move suggests new role for playoffs — 5:35 PM ET New York Yankees infielder Anthony Volpe is getting work at third base just days before the MLB playoffs, giving the club another infield option to evaluate before October begins. Manager Aaron Boone…

Marcus Rashford makes public appeal for help finding missing family friend in Colombia — 5:35 PM ET 2Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford has made an emotional appeal for help in locating the brother of a former teammate.SituationThe BBC reports that the brother of former United youngster Rosh…

Rockets news: The ’Christmas’ reason Ime Udoka’s believes Houston is being overlooked — 5:34 PM ET The Houston Rockets were among the teams playing during the NBA’s slate of games on Christmas Day last season, and their complete dismantling of the Los Angeles Lakers that left head coach JJ Redick…

Patriots Get Encouraging Carlton Davis III News Before Jaguars Game — 5:34 PM ET The Patriots received encouraging news on Carlton Davis III as the veteran cornerback works toward a return before the Jaguars game. The post Patriots Get Encouraging Carlton Davis III News Before Ja…

Five QB trades the Giants could make with Jaxson Dart out for season, including two with ties to John Harbaugh — 5:39 PM ET New York is turning to Jameis Winston for now, but several mobile quarterbacks and familiar faces could emerge as trade targets if the veteran struggles

How Flau'jae Johnson flourished as a WNBA rookie despite Storm's historic losing season — 5:30 PM ET Johnson spoke to CBS Sports about adversity, Seattle's young core and Unrivaled

Giants' Jaxson Dart to undergo knee surgery that will end his 2026 season — 5:23 PM ET Dart's ACL is intact, but his season is over

MLB shifts Red Sox-Cubs series as a Boston nor'easter threatens to wreak havoc on the wild-card races — 5:22 PM ET The two playoff contenders will now play a doubleheader on Friday to avoid Sunday's storm

2026 MLB playoff schedule: Dates set for full postseason bracket, including World Series start — 5:12 PM ET Four Wild Card Series will open on Sept. 29, and the playoffs could run all the way through Halloween

UWCL Star Power Index: Linda Dallmann runs the show for Bayern against Man City — 5:12 PM ET Matchday 1 delivered plenty of upsets and drama in UWCL, but which players really stood out, for better or worse?

UWCL Power Rankings: FC Barcelona, OL Lyonnes remind everyone who they are; Arsenal lackluster in debut — 5:10 PM ET Here's how UWCL teams rank after Matchday 1

2026 Presidents Cup matchups: Day 1 schedule set with Scottie Scheffler batting lead off for U.S. — 5:07 PM ET Scheffler and Sam Burns will team up to lead the Americans on Day 1 of the Presidents Cup

NFL Week 3 injury report: Packers offensive line in trouble; Michael Penix Jr. set to take over Falcons QB job — 5:05 PM ET Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels and Jaxson Dart are among the quarterbacks sidelined as we track every practice update across the league

Max Scherzer makes his 500th career pitching appearance -- will it be his last? — 5:00 PM ET Clayton Kershaw retired after last season and Justin Verlander is hanging it up after this year; could Scherzer be next?

Who will thrive at Medinah? Five players to watch as the Presidents Cup gets underway in Chicago — 4:54 PM ET Medinah No. 3 seems to fit some top U.S. stars after a renovation by International captain Geoff Ogilvy

Use DraftKings promo code to get $150 in bonus bets by targeting Rays-Yankees, NFL, MLB betting on Wednesday — 4:50 PM ET DraftKings offers $150 in bonus bets after your first $5 wager for NFL, college football, MLB betting on Wednesday

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President Trump to attend SEC showdown between No. 1 Texas, No. 14 Tennessee — 4:35 PM ET The appearance comes ahead of the November midterms as the president pushes Congress to pass the Protect College Sports Act to regulate collegiate athletics

Fantasy football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em RB in Week 3: Jaylen Warren a sneaky starter, TreyVeon Henderson a sleeper — 4:29 PM ET Jamey Eisenberg expects Jaylen Warren to break out in Week 3, while several backfields create tough start-sit calls that can decide your matchups.

Knicks, Karl-Anthony Towns extension talks reportedly have stalled: What it means as New York aims to repeat — 4:27 PM ET Could Towns' contract situation loom over New York's quest for another title?

Week 3 NFL odds, picks, predictions: Computer model backs Lions and 49ers — 4:24 PM ET SportsLine's advanced model has simulated every game in the Week 3 NFL schedule 10,000 times and locked in its NFL best bets today

Lily Yohannes stakes her claim as USWNT's present in strong UWCL start with OL Lyonnes — 3:38 PM ET Yohannes started and registered an assist in Lyon's 8-0 win at Servette on Wednesday in the UEFA Women's Champions League

HQ PM Newsletter 9/23/2026 — 3:35 PM ET What to watch Wednesday: Cubs look for playoff clinch vs. Marlins, MLB + more best bets

Today's top games to watch, best bets, odds: Marlins vs. Cubs, Padres vs. Dodgers and more — 3:30 PM ET Find best bets for the biggest games in sports on Wednesday from the SportsLine Projection Model and top CBS Sports experts

Arkansas Sports Betting 2026: Best Legal AR Sportsbooks & Betting Apps — 3:27 PM ET Find the best Arkansas sports betting apps in September 2026, and all you need to know about Arkansas sports betting.

Barcelona rule out Alvarez deal - Thursday's gossip — 5:33 PM ET Barcelona rule out Alvarez signing from Atletico Madrid, Liverpool will not allow Wirtz departure, and Chelsea target English midfield duo, plus more.

When Bellamy watched on as Ronaldo caused lockdown — 5:30 PM ET Craig Bellamy says Cristiano Ronaldo is "beyond a superstar" before his Wales side face the Portugal legend in the opening match of their Nations League A campaign.

When Bellamy watched on as Ronaldo caused lockdown — 5:30 PM ET Craig Bellamy says Cristiano Ronaldo is "beyond a superstar" before his Wales side face the Portugal legend in the opening match of their Nations League A campaign.

Burnham says ban on alcohol for football fans in stands is 'discrimination' — 5:01 PM ET The prime minister opposes the law - in place since 1985 - and believes there is a case to remove it.

Essex cricketer Das charged with two counts of rape — 4:32 PM ET Essex cricketer Robin Das is charged with two counts of rape and will appear in court in October.

Itauma 'humiliated' but may never lose again - Hrgovic — 3:14 PM ET Moses Itauma may never lose again if he can get over the "humiliation" of his IBF heavyweight title defeat, says Filip Hrgovic, who stunned the Briton in August.

GB's Reid and Thomas reach finals at Europeans — 3:10 PM ET Great Britain's Chantelle Reid and Damar Thomas will fight for gold at the European Boxing Championships after semi-final victories on Wednesday.

Kaptein fantastic strikes early to give Chelsea WCL win against Austria Vienna — 5:12 PM ET Wieke Kaptein’s early goal gave Chelsea a winning start to their Champions League campaign against Austria Vienna but it was a far from comfortable evening for the Blues.A David v Goliath endeavour w…

Christian Eriksen leaves Wolfsburg by mutual consent after on-pitch collapse in June — 3:46 PM ET Danish midfielder has been recuperating in homelandEriksen: ‘I’m pleased we were able to find a solution’Christian Eriksen and the German side VfL Wolfsburg have agreed to terminate ⁠his contract by…

‘Chef’s Table’ Assembles Its Culinary “Avengers” for a Universe Beyond the Screen — 5:58 PM ET Pancakes with a cult following, live food shoots, Massimo Bottura in the DJ booth and Thomas Keller at the buffet: The world built around the Netflix series moves into live events.

Neil Jordan on Tom Cruise’s ‘Interview with the Vampire’ Casting Controversy: “He Liked the Challenge of Proving Them Wrong” — 5:43 PM ET The filmmaker revisits the film for its 4K release, including how novelist and screenwriter Anne Rice disavowed Cruise's casting: “It was a pain in the ass for me as a director."

Female Filmmakers Weigh in on Merger and Supporting Each Other in Hollywood’s Hard Times at Through Her Lens Luncheon — 5:13 PM ET Halle Berry, Regina King, Celine Song, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Patty Jenkins, Emmy Rossum and H.E.R. stepped out at the event, put on by Chanel and Tribeca Enterprises.

Richard Harrison, Star of Spaghetti Westerns and Sword-and-Sandal Flicks, Dies at 90 — 5:05 PM ET The Salt Lake City native left Hollywood for Italy in the early 1960s and built a thriving B-movie career away from home.

Where to Watch ‘Survivor’ Season 51, Initiating the Show’s Groundbreaking “Open Era” — 4:55 PM ET The Sept. 23 premiere marks the start of the franchise's most unpredictable format to date, the "Open Era," where no twist, game mechanic or advantage is off limits.

‘What Remains’ Review: A Slow-Burn, Subtly Powerful Portrait of a Creative Couple in Turkey Coming Back From the Edge — 4:14 PM ET The latest feature from veteran writer-director Yesim Ustaoglu ('Clair Obscur') follows a poet and a musician facing major roadblocks on both a professional and personal level.

YouTube Wants to Turbocharge Microdramas on the TV Screen — 4:08 PM ET The video platform is launching Shorts Series, while adding new functionality to its TV interface.

Robert Pattinson Says ‘The Batman: Part II’ Is “a Different Take on a Batman Movie”: “So Ambitious” — 3:59 PM ET The actor told Collider that the sequel is "a real left turn from the first" movie, teasing that he's excited to see how the next film turns out.

‘Conclave’ Director Edward Berger, Matthew Libatique Set for Evolution Mallorca Film Fest Tributes — 3:44 PM ET German actress Iris Berben will also receive the inaugural Evolution Icon Award at the Oct. 28 to Nov. 4 event, with actor and producer Marc Clotet heading up the jury.

Dick Guttman, Veteran Hollywood Publicist, Dies at 93 — 3:42 PM ET His clients included Audrey Hepburn, William Holden, Barbra Streisand, Paul Newman, Elizabeth Taylor, Clint Eastwood, Gene Hackman and William Shatner.

Jeff Garlin Says ‘Undiagnosed Bipolar’ Made Him ‘Mean’ on ‘The Goldbergs’ Set; Wendi McLendon-Covey Responds: ‘I Remember Things Differently’ — 4:52 PM ET Jeff Garlin revealed in a recent interview on The Daily Beast’s “Obsessed” podcast (via Entertainment Weekly) that he had undiagnosed bipolar disorder during the making of ABC’s “The Goldbergs,” whic…

International Emmy Nominations: United Kingdom Leads This Year’s Tally; Canada’s ‘Heated Rivalry’ Doesn’t Make the Cut — 4:23 PM ET The United Kingdom led all territories in nominations at this year’s International Emmys, landing 14 nods total — including Disney+’s “A Thousand Blows” in drama and Netflix’s “Man vs. Baby” in comed…

Pete Byrne, Naked Eyes Vocalist Who Sang ‘Always Something There to Remind Me,’ Dies at 74 — 4:14 PM ET Pete Byrne, vocalist for the British new wave band Naked Eyes, died in Los Angeles on Sept. 14 after a brief illness. He was 74. Byrne founded Naked Eyes in 1982 with his college friend Rob Fisher. T…

Los Angeles Lakers Release Official Photo Book Chronicling Seven Decades of Purple-and-Gold History — 3:43 PM ET The Los Angeles Lakers are putting nearly eight decades of basketball history on the coffee table. The franchise has teamed with luxury art-book publisher Taschen for “Lakers: An Official History of…

‘Les Misérables’ Review: A Starry, Lavishly Empty, French-Language Version of Victor Hugo’s Epic — 3:42 PM ET Nobody sings in the latest adaptation of Victor Hugo’s 1462-page cinder-block classic, but the absence of rousing musical numbers does not mean that Fred Cavayé’s “Les Misérables” is going for gritty…

Hayley Williams Speaks Out on Death of Ex-Husband Chad Gilbert: ‘Have Not Known If It’s Appropriate’ to Comment, but ‘I Will Forever Be Grateful’ — 3:40 PM ET Hayley Williams has spoken out about the death of her former husband, New Found Glory guitarist Chad Gilbert, who died Sunday. In a social media tribute post, the Paramore singer admitted she put a p…

No, Those Dior x A24 Shirts Aren’t Going on Sale — 3:32 PM ET Have you noticed every indie darling is wearing the same shirt these days? Everyone from Robert Pattinson and Drew Starkey to Anya Taylor-Joy and Mia Goth has been spotted in light pink, navy and for…

Juan Sebastián Mesa, Tatiana Huezo, Felipe Solari Yrigoyen Triumph at San Sebastián Industry Awards — 3:22 PM ET Colombia’s Juan Sebastián Mesa and Tatiana Huezo, two leading lights on the Latin American film scene, won San Sebastián’s Industry Awards in the festival’s WIP Latam. Top plaudits at the San Sebasti…

Rachel Zegler, Aaron Sorkin, Bradley Whitford, Diego Rodriguez Announced as Speakers at Variety’s Business of Broadway Breakfast — 3:01 PM ET Variety has announced programming for its annual Business of Broadway Breakfast, presented by City National Bank. The program, on Oct. 5 in New York City, will feature Rachel Zegler, Aaron Sorkin, Br…

Museum Regrets Renting Space to 9/11 Event That Aired Conspiracy Theories — 5:35 PM ET As New York commemorated the 25th anniversary of the attacks, El Museo del Barrio rented space to a group skeptical of the explanation of what caused the twin towers to come down.

‘Ted Lasso’ Season 4, Episode 8 Recap: There’s Crying in Football — 4:36 PM ET A setback for the team, a nefarious plot and a romantic reunion.

The Lucas Museum’s Architect Wants to Help You Escape From Reality — 3:38 PM ET Ma Yansong, China’s reigning starchitect, lets his buildings wrapped in nature do the shouting.

The Good List: 6 Things to Add Some Delight to Your Day — 3:26 PM ET Traffic music, virtual firewood and ‘it’s lighter than you think.’

A Triumphant Baritone in a Dystopian ‘Macbeth’ Opens the Met Opera Season — 3:05 PM ET Quinn Kelsey commandingly charts each step in Macbeth’s decline in Louisa Proske’s postapocalyptic setting of Verdi’s opera, which opened the Metropolitan Opera’s season.

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