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Sam Darnold says hospital visit after injury changed his perspective
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold said a hospital visit for tests after a right glute injury during a 13-10 win over New England changed his perspective on life; seeing other patients broadened his view beyond his own recovery. -
Vitamin D3 trial reports adiponectin and resistin shifts in deficient women 50–65
A nine-month randomized trial found that vitamin D3 (at least 1,000 IU daily) was associated with an 18.6% rise in adiponectin and a 32.4% fall in resistin among vitamin D-deficient women ages 50–65; the changes were significant versus placebo. -
A Los Angeles map estimates $20 of gas covers 29 fewer miles than in February
A Reddit user's map estimates that $20 of gas now gets a driver 29 fewer miles in Los Angeles than it did on Feb. 27, using gas prices, the road network and assumed fuel economy of 28 mpg. That's roughly the distance from downtown Los Angeles to Long Beach. -
East West Bancorp boosts quarterly dividend to 80 cents, up 33%
East West Bancorp raised its quarterly dividend 33%, from 60 to 80 cents per share, this year. At Q2's end, its CET1 ratio was 15.44%, more than twice the 7% regulatory minimum; the author believes the bank could keep raising the payout for years if it chooses. -
Goncourt removes Thelyson Orelien’s novel from longlist, citing prize integrity
The Académie Goncourt removed Thelyson Orelien’s debut novel, “It Was Either That or Die,” from its longlist after AI-use accusations and reports of plagiarism in earlier works, citing the prize’s integrity. Orelien denied using AI and has not responded to the plagiarism claims. -
Stanford dean warns AI labs are drawing professors as research costs rise
Stanford business school dean Sarah Soule says frontier AI labs’ resources and data, plus the potential financial upside of working for them, increasingly attract professors. She says Stanford’s AI research costs are also rising and future spending is hard to predict. -
Therapists explain how anticipatory grief can disrupt new relationships
Therapists say anticipatory grief—the expectation of romantic loss before it happens—can make people brace for a breakup before a relationship starts, disrupting connection in the present. One therapist said the pattern is manageable and treatable. -
College GameDay heads to Knoxville for No. 1 Texas vs. No. 14 Tennessee
ESPN’s College GameDay starts at 9 a.m. ET Saturday on Ayres Hall’s lawn in Knoxville, then moves inside Neyland Stadium for its final hour. Johnny Knoxville is the guest picker; Peyton Manning appears in Pat McAfee’s kicking contest ahead of No. 1 Texas vs. No. 14 Tennessee. -
Justin Wolfers challenges Trump Accounts’ $271,000 age-18 projection
University of Michigan economist Justin Wolfers calls Trump Accounts’ $271,000 age-18 forecast misleading; it assumes 10% annual returns and $5,000 yearly deposits. The White House stands by it; its site puts the $1,000 seed alone at about $6,000 by age 18. -
Mamdani posts ‘114’ after report Manchester City was found guilty on 114 of 115 charges
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, an Arsenal fan, posted “114” on X after David Ornstein reported Manchester City had been found guilty of 114 of 115 charges over Premier League financial rules. City have vowed to appeal; sanctions have not been announced. -
Ken Carman mocks Taylor Swift’s “Cleveland!” song for Travis Kelce
Cleveland Browns analyst Ken Carman mocked Taylor Swift’s song “Cleveland!”, described as a tribute to her husband Travis Kelce. He imagined a divorce-themed follow-up about a river on fire; the couple’s split was only hypothetical in his remarks. -
China reports $30 billion tariff-reduction arrangement and AI dialogue with US
China and the US agreed on a $30 billion reciprocal tariff-reduction arrangement and AI dialogue, China’s foreign ministry said. Talks will cover AI risks and benefits, with the next round set for November; the sides also agreed to a channel for AI-related incidents. -
Bellingham tipped to partner Anderson in England’s projected XI against Spain
Jude Bellingham is projected to partner Elliot Anderson in England’s midfield against Spain in Saturday’s UEFA Nations League match. Also named are Harry Kane, Bukayo Saka and Morgan Rogers. Five squad members withdrew over injury concerns. -
Nvidia gained 1,400%, CrowdStrike 875% since 2023; Cramer recommends both
Jim Cramer recently recommended buying Nvidia and CrowdStrike, up 1,400% and 875%, respectively, since January 2023. The article’s author says investors should consider Nvidia but keep CrowdStrike on a watchlist because of its valuation. -
U.S. and European officials say Russian hybrid attacks test NATO's resolve
U.S. and European officials say Russia's hybrid attacks test NATO and aim to curb support for Ukraine. Germany said intelligence pointed to Russian state-linked actors in an August airport drone plot; Estonia sees no evidence Moscow is preparing a large-scale military attack. -
Spain's projected XI for England match features Yamal, Rodri and Torres
After winning the World Cup, Spain is projected to start Lamine Yamal, Rodri and Ferran Torres against England in its UEFA Nations League opener. The Wembley match is scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26, at 2:45 p.m. ET on Fox Sports 2. -
As midterms near, more GOP candidates distance themselves from Trump
With five weeks to the midterms, some Republican candidates are distancing themselves from Donald Trump, whose approval hit 32% in a Reuters/Ipsos poll. Iowa’s Ashley Hinson and Michigan’s Mike Rogers called for an end to the Iran war. -
After five unbeaten games, Brentford's summer signings earn mixed grades
Brentford have taken nine points from their first five Premier League games without a loss. An early review gives Jannik Schuster an A and Mamadou Sangaré an A-minus; Jaidon Anthony and Callum Wilson get Bs, while El Hadji Malick Diouf is not yet graded. -
Tennessee likely to turn clocks back Nov. 1 as Senate bill stalls
Tennesseans are expected to turn clocks back one hour at 2 a.m. local time on Nov. 1 because the Sunshine Protection Act remains stalled in the Senate. Tennessee’s 2019 law for permanent daylight saving also requires federal approval and a formal General Assembly opt-in. -
Steph Curry uses infrared sauna for recovery as evidence remains limited
Steph Curry says he uses an infrared sauna for 20–25 minutes on rest days and 15 minutes after games or hard workouts. He credits it with cognitive and testosterone benefits, though an exercise scientist told Business Insider evidence for many sauna claims is limited. -
Rodri maintains faith in Man City after guilty verdict on almost all 115 charges
Former Manchester City midfielder Rodri says he believes the club is innocent despite a verdict finding it guilty on almost all 115 Premier League financial charges. He said City told players to “be relaxed” because it had done everything correctly. -
Lundberg says Boston could give Fever an edge against Aces
The Fever open a first-round series against the Aces Sunday after winning two of three regular-season meetings. WNBA writer Robin Lundberg says Aliyah Boston’s defense on A’ja Wilson may leave the Aces ill-equipped to exploit Indiana’s rebounding and perimeter-defense weaknesses. -
Vyvgart growth and trial catalysts underpin analysts’ 12-month 23% upside view on Argenx
The consensus 12-month price target for Argenx implies 23% potential share-price upside; analysts cite 18 consecutive quarters of revenue growth and upcoming pipeline catalysts. Global product sales rose 60% year over year to $1.5 billion in Q2 2026. -
Trump-Xi summit extends tariff truce, leaving wider disputes unresolved
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping extended their tariff truce by two months, into January, at their Sept. 24 summit, but left wider trade and Taiwan arms sales unresolved, columnist Craig Singleton writes. They agreed to keep working on a trade board and to hold more AI talks. -
Most Free Press writers predict Michigan win over Iowa in Big Ten opener
Four of five Detroit Free Press writers pick No. 18 Michigan to beat No. 17 Iowa in Saturday’s Big Ten opener at Michigan Stadium; the fifth predicts a 24-21 Iowa win. Both teams are 3-0, and kickoff is set for 3:30 p.m. on CBS. -
How to protect accounts and identity after a data breach
After a data breach, give each account a unique password and enable two-factor authentication if available. Verify notices through the company’s site or known contact details, not message links. For exposed payment data, contact the bank or card issuer directly. -
Iran's seven-day Hormuz reopening offer hinges on US measures
Iran offered to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz in seven days if the U.S. lifts its blockade of Iranian ports, releases frozen Iranian assets and waives sanctions on Iranian oil sales, among other conditions. The White House has not said if it accepts. -
Hailee Steinfeld recounts a tough week after dog’s overnight vet stay
Hailee Steinfeld said a recent week left her “knocked sideways” mentally and emotionally after her dog Brando fell ill and had to stay overnight at a vet. She got home late; dinner was cold, Harper’s bath was delayed, and Harper took three hours to fall asleep. -
Sperm whale headbutts bolster an old theory about the Essex sinking
Footage of sperm whales head-butting supports a theory that they use their heads as battering rams, possibly explaining the Essex's 1820 sinking. Burslem estimates an adult strike at about 1,200 kN; the forehead organ's function remains uncertain.
