Curry Barker knew he was making a good movie when he directed "Obsession" -- but he never expected it to become a box office phenomenon that would make Hollywood obsessed with him.
The US Federal Reserve goes into a key rate-setting meeting this week with markets expecting policymakers to pull the trigger on a rate hike to tackle persistently high inflation -- and analysts say central bank chief Kevin Warsh's credibility is on the line.
Lionel Messi extended his incredible scoring streak against MLS-leaders Nashville on Saturday as Inter Miami battled to a 2-2 draw in their top-of-the-table Eastern Conference clash.
- Scars of Marawi siege linger as Philippines poll nears
- US Open champ Rybakina on top of world after injury scare
Politics
Donald Trump turns his focus Sunday to golf and promoting his business interests, as he wraps up a two-day Ireland visit so far marked by his off-the-cuff diplomacy causing another stir.
September 13, 2026
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Rybakina triumphs in US Open, denies Sabalenka three-peat
Sports
September 12, 2026
- Gilbert Arenas questions Jonathan Kuminga's decision to join Minnesota
- Akron fan's honorary play-calling stint ends with opening-drive fumble
- Cristian Mungiu's Fjord examines a family's conflict with Norwegian child authorities
- Louisiana's developing roster faces USC as Trojans enter as heavy favorites
Arkansas visits Utah in Salt Lake City after both teams won their season openers under new head coaches. Utah entered the Week 2 matchup as a 12.5-point favorite following a 66-14 victory over Idaho.
September 12, 2026
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A Colorado marmot research project has received more than $140,000 in meme-coin transaction fees as researchers experiment with public fundraising. Its first Fat Marmot Week also highlighted a seven-year-old male whose weight rose from about 8.6 pounds to 13 pounds over the summer.
September 12, 2026
More than 60 Maryland advocacy groups are seeking a temporary statewide halt to new data center proposals as local restrictions spread. Governor Wes Moore says developers should cover their power costs, but has not endorsed the statewide moratorium supported by challenger Dan Cox.
September 12, 2026
A federal proposal to repeal the 2001 Roadless Rule would remove protections from millions of acres of national forest, including about 512,000 acres in the Midwest. Conservation groups question the administration's wildfire and timber arguments as public comments remain open until October 6.
September 12, 2026
Politics
An Inside Climate News review identified at least 60 criminal prosecutions over unpaid trash bills in Alabama's Winston County across more than two decades. The Southern Poverty Law Center is calling for an end to the practice and dismissal of pending charges.
September 12, 2026
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KFF Health News highlighted recent broadcast appearances covering Louisiana opioid settlement spending, social connections in suicide prevention, primary care shortages and gun violence affecting children in Florida.
A federal appeals court has upheld the dismissal of a lawsuit alleging that Jackson, Mississippi, officials knowingly exposed residents to lead-contaminated water. The ruling rejected the federal constitutional theories advanced by the plaintiffs, including a claimed right to truthful official information during a health crisis.
Cornell mathematician Steven Strogatz says recent AI-assisted results are accelerating mathematical research while raising unresolved questions about credit, understanding and careers. OpenAI's claimed solution to a major problem still requires independent verification.
Anthropic says it disrupted misuse of Claude involving hacking, influence operations and attempted biological-weapons development over eight months. Other security developments include US action against Xinbi Guarantee and a four-year prison sentence for a Conti ransomware participant.
September 12, 2026
Culture
Some conservative gaming commentators are criticizing Grand Theft Auto VI over its characters and creative direction ahead of its November 19 release. The reaction is not uniform, while a third-party estimate puts preorders at 5.28 million copies.
September 12, 2026
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Japan's Monarte has developed a parking platform that rises with floodwater while remaining secured between steel posts. Its Floating Floor is rated to support more than 6,600 pounds and requires no electric sensors or powered lifting mechanism.
Mini has opened reservations for the 2027 1998 GT, a special edition combining the base Cooper's 161-horsepower engine with John Cooper Works suspension and brakes. The model is priced at $38,225.
Mikel Arteta said the decision to award Sunderland a penalty could have cost Arsenal the Premier League title, even though his side emerged 2-0 winners at the Stadium of Light on Saturday.
France winger Theo Attissogbe scored two tries as Pau trounced local rivals Bayonne 70-28 to move to the summit of the French Top 14 table after just two rounds of the season on Saturday.
September 12, 2026
- Mbappe at the double as Real Madrid sink Rayo
- Guimaraes strike lights up Arsenal win over Sunderland
- Arsenal extend perfect Premier League start as Chelsea, Liverpool held
- Israeli-made Gaza documentary wins Venice special jury prize
- US survive Spain scare to book World Cup final clash with France
- De Zerbi apologises to fans after Spurs' stalemate extends goal drought
- Celine Dion makes long-awaited return to stage in Paris
- Lowry takes four-shot lead as Trump jets in for Irish Open