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Bank of America maintains Uber Buy rating and $101 target amid robotaxi growth
Bank of America maintained its Buy rating and $101 target for Uber, implying 43% upside from $70.50. It forecasts Waymo, Tesla and Zoox will have a combined 118,000 robotaxis by 2029, while Uber’s U.S. booking share falls from 76% today to about 70%. -
Reports say Will Levis has joined the Jets’ practice squad
Former Titans quarterback Will Levis has signed with the New York Jets’ practice squad, according to multiple reports. The Jets are releasing Bailey Zappe from the squad in a corresponding move, The Athletic reported; Tennessee released Levis on Aug. 30. -
After Louisa Gag's death, Boston advocates tape an unauthorized bike lane
Cycling advocates marked an unauthorized bike lane with tape at Tremont and Parker streets in Boston, where transportation planner Louisa Gag was killed by a truck. The markings seek safer streets; Mayor Wu says the city will assess corridor safety and design. -
Broncos list Dobbins limited with hip injury amid conflicting reports
Broncos running back J.K. Dobbins left the Week 2 game against Jacksonville with what coach Sean Payton called a hamstring injury. Reporter Mike Klis later said it was leg cramps; Denver's first Week 3 practice report listed Dobbins limited with a hip injury. -
Recruiter’s iced-coffee warning sparks job interview etiquette debate
Recruiter Caitlin’s viral TikTok criticizing iced coffee at interviews has sparked debate; she says many Gen Z applicants bring it. Etiquette experts warn it can look too casual, while talent manager Bonnie Dilber says it alone is unlikely to cost a top candidate the job. -
Ceddanne Rafaela’s third-inning exit puts Jarren Duran in center
Jarren Duran took over in center after Ceddanne Rafaela exited Boston’s game against Cleveland in the third inning Wednesday. Manager Chad Tracy said Rafaela felt leg cramping after returning from a 17-game quad-injury absence; the postseason starts in six days. -
Chris Sale says he planned to retire before his 2024 Braves comeback
Chris Sale said he planned to retire after 2023, tired of injuries and poor performance. Instead, he revived his career in Atlanta, won the 2024 NL Cy Young Award and reached 200 strikeouts this season; he is eager for his first postseason with the Braves. -
Nasdaq-100 fast-entry rule could add Anthropic 15 trading days after IPO
Reports say Anthropic chose Nasdaq for an IPO, potentially qualifying it for the Nasdaq-100 after 15 trading days if it meets the size test. Anthropic has not confirmed an IPO or November timing; its initial QQQ weight could be near 1% if its public float is small. -
Aminata Seck to stay in ICE custody as removal proceedings continue, DHS says
Kentucky State basketball player Aminata Seck will remain in ICE custody pending removal proceedings, DHS says. The department says a judge issued a final removal order Sept. 8, 2025, after she missed a hearing. Her lawyer says Seck was detained because her student visa expired. -
North Korea tests extended-range 240mm launcher, KCNA reports
North Korea test-fired an upgraded 240mm guided multiple rocket launcher on Tuesday, KCNA reported Thursday. It said the rockets can reach 100 km in trajectory mode or 115 km in combined glide mode and would bolster firepower along the southern border. -
Hain Celestial posts $58 million in free cash flow as sale remains pending
Hain Celestial posted $58 million in fiscal 2026 free cash flow, versus a $3 million outflow the year before; its fourth-quarter net loss narrowed to $62 million from $273 million. Its International sale is pending as it seeks to extend debt due in December. -
Gibbs heads The Sporting News’ Week 3 fantasy running back rankings
Jahmyr Gibbs leads The Sporting News’ 2026 Week 3 fantasy running back rankings, ahead of Derrick Henry and Jonathan Taylor. Jonah Coleman’s upside depends on his ankle and Denver’s injured backs; Tank Bigsby’s depends on Saquon Barkley’s stinger. -
At Variety Courage Award, Paige DeSorbo urges support for pet-friendly shelters
Paige DeSorbo, honored with Variety’s Courage Award for advocating for domestic violence survivors, said her cat Daphne helped her feel safe while healing and urged support for pet-friendly shelters so survivors do not have to choose between their safety and their pets. -
Ronaldo says he can ‘dodge the bullet’ amid TV criticism
Cristiano Ronaldo said some TV channels had “tried to kill” him over their criticism, adding that he could “dodge the bullet.” Ahead of Portugal’s Nations League match with Wales, he said he would keep playing for the team while he believes he can contribute. -
Ten Hokies listed as questionable; Emmett Laws out vs. Boston College
Virginia Tech’s Wednesday report lists 10 players as questionable and Emmett Laws out for Saturday at Boston College. Coach James Franklin said receiver Ayden Greene could be a game-time decision after leaving last week’s game; Justin Terry missed Wednesday’s practice. -
Meyer and Ingram criticize Michigan fans’ celebration after disputed 13-12 win
Urban Meyer and Mark Ingram criticized Michigan fans for storming the field after a 13-12 win over Western Michigan. The NCAA confirmed replay protocol was not followed; the MAC said using the correct clock would have left Western Michigan with a 12-7 win, but the result stands. -
As Xi starts U.S. visit, Musk calls him a “great leader”
On Wednesday, Elon Musk called Xi Jinping a “great leader” and said he had done an “excellent” job in an interview with Chinese state broadcaster CGTN, as Xi began a three-day U.S. state visit featuring a White House dinner Polymarket bettors expected Musk to attend. -
Energetic Vizsla Penny calmly greets newborn Phoebe for the first time
A video shows Penny, an energetic Vizsla, gently meeting her owner’s newborn daughter, Phoebe, licking the baby’s hands and staying by her side. Her mother had worried about how Penny would behave, but the calm greeting eased those concerns. -
Bolton says Trump-Xi summit may amount to little beyond a photo opportunity
Former Trump national security adviser John Bolton warned that Donald Trump’s upcoming summit with China’s Xi Jinping could have major implications for Taiwan, the South China Sea and U.S. security, but said the best outcome might be a photo opportunity. -
Trump plans state dinner for Xi amid US-China trade tensions
Xi Jinping is due to meet Donald Trump at the White House Thursday, with US-China trade tensions expected to feature prominently. A state dinner is planned, and US tech executives are expected to attend; their presence suggests AI competition could be a topic. -
Nene Royal wins ‘America’s Got Talent’ Season 21 on viewer votes
Nene Royal won “America’s Got Talent” Season 21 on September 23, taking more viewer votes than the other nine finalists. The 16-year-old singer and guitarist from Phuket, Thailand, reached the finale after a Live Golden Buzzer let her skip the semifinals. -
Astros move Jose Altuve to leadoff as Jeremy Peña sits with wrist injury
Houston moved Jose Altuve from fifth to leadoff for Wednesday’s game against the Mariners, filling Jeremy Peña’s usual spot as the infielder, day-to-day with a wrist injury, remained on the bench. Altuve also starts at second base after two hits Tuesday. -
Pinterest's monetization opportunity faces a margin test as costs rise
Pinterest reported Q2 2026 revenue of $1.18 billion, up 18% year over year, and 640 million monthly active users, up 11%. The article sees room to monetize more users, particularly internationally, but says higher infrastructure and AI spending could pressure margins. -
AEW contract talks have not begun for former tag champions Bowens and Caster
Former AEW tag champions Anthony Bowens and Max Caster are reported to be nearing free agency. Fightful Select says no renewal talks have taken place, and AEW has not said whether it will offer new deals; Dave Meltzer reported WWE interest in Bowens if he becomes a free agent. -
Ghost’s bedtime routine now includes a nightly cup of ice cream
Three-year-old Pit Bull Ghost, once homeless, now has a nightly cup of ice cream as part of her bedtime routine. A video shared by @ghostthepinkpittie shows her licking the treat at home; her owner captioned the clip, “Our type of ASMR.” -
At UN debate, five leaders address Taiwan, Pacific peace and human suffering
On the second day of the 2026 UN General Debate, AP spotlighted five leaders’ remarks: Palau said the Pacific must not be a theater for geopolitical competition; Paraguay backed Taiwan; others raised youth unemployment, Africa’s decision-making role and human suffering.
