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Smith-Njigba lets slip that Sam Darnold is expected back against Washington
Seahawks receiver Jaxson Smith-Njigba let slip on the Rich Eisen Show that Sam Darnold is expected back against Washington after missing Week 2 with a hip injury, then tried to take it back. Seattle removed Darnold from its injury report Friday night. -
Old Dominion sets 4.9% rate increase under three tariffs from Oct. 5
Old Dominion Freight Line announced a 4.9% general rate increase effective Oct. 5, 2026, on rates under three tariffs; customer rate changes vary by lane and distance, while minimum charges rise modestly. The company has not quantified the revenue impact. -
A late onside-kick recovery preserves Indiana’s perfect season in 29-23 win over Northwestern
Indiana beat Northwestern 29-23 Friday night, recovering an onside kick in the final minute to preserve its perfect season and 20-game winning streak. Turbo Richard was injured and did not return; Curt Cignetti did not disclose the injury’s nature. -
White Sox stay one game back after beating Rockies 6-1; Murakami homers twice
Munetaka Murakami hit two home runs, drove in three runs and had three hits as the Chicago White Sox beat the Colorado Rockies 6-1 Friday. Chicago remained one game behind Cleveland in the AL Central with two regular-season games left and holds the tiebreaker. -
Caterpillar’s data-center power business may sustain growth if construction slows
Caterpillar’s Q2 sales rose 24% year over year to $20.5 billion and adjusted EPS rose 73% to $8.17; its backlog stood at $72.1 billion. Insider Monkey says data-center power demand may support growth, but valuation, tariffs and a possible construction slowdown pose risks. -
Colson Montgomery breaks AL strikeout mark and ties MLB record
White Sox shortstop Colson Montgomery struck out for the 223rd time this season against Colorado on Sept. 25, breaking the American League single-season record and tying Mark Reynolds’ MLB mark; with two games left, he could pass Reynolds. -
Star Meat Delivery recalls 167,639 pounds after USDA mark found false
Star Meat Delivery is recalling 167,639 pounds of raw pork, beef and goat sold nationwide after officials said the meat was produced without inspection and bore a false USDA inspection mark. FSIS classified the recall as Class I, its most urgent category. -
China canceled 67% of planned overseas coal capacity, but loopholes remain
A new report says China canceled 67% of the overseas coal capacity it planned in 2021—61.5 gigawatts, estimated to avoid 6.4 billion tons of lifetime carbon dioxide emissions. An analyst says the pledge still lets private Chinese companies invest abroad. -
Whistleblowers allege Matt Floca halted Kennedy Center plans to fix leaks
Anonymous whistleblowers allege Kennedy Center director Matt Floca halted April plans to fix leaks despite $9.3 million in roofing funds. After ceiling plaster fell September 4, the center said it would temporarily close until September 30 to assess safety risks. -
BrightSpire Capital prices $960 million CLO backed by mortgage interests
BrightSpire Capital priced a $960 million real estate loan securitization on Sept. 18, with $844.8 million in investment-grade securities expected to be placed. Closing is scheduled for Oct. 16, and the company plans to redeem its 2024-FL2 deal Oct. 19. -
International team’s Friday sweep puts U.S. behind 7-3 at Presidents Cup
The International team swept Friday’s foursomes for the second consecutive Presidents Cup, taking a 7-3 lead over the U.S. at Medinah Country Club. Golf.com writers cited missed putts, errors and pressure as possible factors in the American team’s poor showing. -
Israel earmarks about $1 million for West Bank pool filled with diverted spring water
Settlers diverted water from a spring serving Fasayil to fill a nearby ancient pool; farmer Saad Nemer said the cutoff devastated his fields. Israel’s heritage minister praised those behind it and said about $1 million was earmarked for the site; COGAT called the diversion unaut… -
Beebe's 203 yards help Indiana hold off Northwestern 29-23
Indiana beat Northwestern 29-23 Friday to extend its winning streak to 20 games, but needed a fourth-quarter touchdown and then recovered an onside kick inside the final minute to seal the win. Lee Beebe Jr. rushed for 203 yards after Turbo Richard left with a foot injury. -
OKC Comets take PCL crown and advance to Triple-A final
The Oklahoma City Comets beat the Las Vegas Aviators 5-2 in Thursday’s decisive Game 3 at Las Vegas Ballpark, taking the Pacific Coast League Championship Series 2-1. They will face the Rochester Red Wings in the Triple-A National Championship on Saturday. -
Indiana edges Northwestern as Josh Hoover and defense face scrutiny
Indiana edged Northwestern 29-23 Friday, converting a crucial third down in the final minute. The win kept the Hoosiers unbeaten but raised questions about Josh Hoover and the defense; Northwestern scored on its last four drives, including three touchdowns. -
Curry's two-year, $116 million Warriors extension is $20 million below max
Stephen Curry signed a two-year, $116 million extension with Golden State, taking $20 million less than the maximum. It keeps him under contract for three seasons; GM Mike Dunleavy Jr. called him the best face of a franchise in pro sports, on and off the court. -
Northwestern's second-half push falls short in 29-23 loss to No. 5 Indiana
Northwestern fell 29-23 to No. 5 Indiana despite a second-half push, after early mistakes and defensive struggles. Aidan Chiles threw for 293 yards and accounted for three all-purpose touchdowns, but the Wildcats allowed 472 total yards. -
Ruby Rose discusses 2019 Batwoman injury and two replacement discs
On the season 5 premiere of Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test, Ruby Rose said stunts on Batwoman in 2019 left her with two herniated discs near her spinal cord. She said she broke her neck twice and has two replacement discs, affecting her ability to do stunts. -
ABIVAX projects runway into Q4 2029 after cash use rises 54%
ABIVAX reported first-half 2026 operating cash use of €102.5 million, up from €66.6 million a year earlier. July's equity financing added €767.1 million net; the company projects its resources will fund operations into Q4 2029 under current assumptions. -
Nationals shift Saturday’s Mets game to 12:35 p.m. ahead of rain
The Nationals moved Saturday’s Mets game at Nationals Park from 4:05 p.m. to 12:35 p.m. ET because rain is forecast, calling the change a precaution. The game remains scheduled, and left-hander Connelly Early is set to make his Nationals debut. -
Massachusetts officials dispute claim Malden recyclables will be sorted later
CMS Partners told residents at a roughly 50-unit Malden building that recyclables mixed with trash would be sorted later. The Massachusetts DEP says they cannot be recovered once collected with trash; after GBH News' questions, it warned CMS. -
China’s open AI pitch gains traction as US presses countries to choose sides
Chinese AI models’ global usage rose from under 15% to over 54% in a year, according to OpenRouter leaderboard data. Beijing is promoting cheaper, open systems through a 29-country group as Washington presses countries to choose sides in AI. -
Baku engine trouble adds to Verstappen’s concerns over Red Bull Ford reliability
Max Verstappen said an engine fault cost him at least 0.5 seconds against his teammate in Baku qualifying; it worsened in Q2 and Q3. Red Bull is investigating; he may use a spare for Saturday’s race without an immediate grid penalty, but expects one later. -
Bayern linked with January Olmo move as Olise reportedly favors Spain
Sky Sports reports Bayern are lining up a January move for Barcelona’s Dani Olmo, but the roundup says a deal is highly unlikely and talk of selling Jamal Musiala or Michael Olise is overblown. TEAMtalk says Olise’s next move is more likely to be in Spain than England. -
Jayden Daniels will avoid injured reserve after elbow dislocation
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels will not be placed on injured reserve after dislocating his left elbow. Specialists reviewed imaging; Daniels is week-to-week. Reports say he and the team plan to forgo surgery and bring him back in the coming weeks.
