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Today in History: September 16, massacre in Sabra and Shatila refugee camps

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Today is Tuesday, Sept. 16, the 259th day of 2025. There are 106 days left in the year.

Today in history:

On Sept. 16, 1982, the massacre of more than 1,300 Palestinian men, women and children at the hands of Israeli-allied Christian Phalange militiamen began in west Beirut’s Sabra and Shatila refugee camps.

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In 1810, Catholic priest Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla called on his parishioners to join him in a rebellion against Spanish rule, marking the beginning of the Mexican War of Independence.

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In 1893, the largest land run in U.S. history occurred as more than 100,000 white settlers rushed to claim over more than 6 million acres of land in what is now northern Oklahoma.

In 1908, General Motors was founded in Flint, Michigan, by William C. Durant.

In 1940, Samuel T. Rayburn of Texas was first elected speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives; he would hold the post for a record 17 years, spanning three separate terms.

In 1966, the Metropolitan Opera officially opened its new opera house at New York’s Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts with the world premiere of Samuel Barber’s “Antony and Cleopatra.”

In 1974, President Gerald R. Ford signed a proclamation announcing a conditional amnesty program for Vietnam war deserters and draft evaders.

In 2007, O.J. Simpson was arrested in the alleged armed robbery of sports memorabilia collectors in Las Vegas. (Simpson was later convicted of kidnapping and armed robbery and sentenced to nine to 33 years in prison; he was released in 2017.)

In 2013, Aaron Alexis, a former U.S. Navy reservist, went on a shooting rampage inside the Washington Navy Yard, killing 12 people before being fatally shot police.

In 2018, at least 17 people were confirmed dead from Hurricane Florence as catastrophic flooding spread across the Carolinas.

Today’s Birthdays:
  • Actor George Chakiris is 93.
  • Actor Ed Begley Jr. is 76.
  • Author-historian-filmmaker Henry Louis Gates Jr. is 75.
  • Country singer David Bellamy (The Bellamy Brothers) is 75.
  • Actor Mickey Rourke is 73.
  • Jazz musician Earl Klugh is 72.
  • TV personality Mark McEwen is 71.
  • Baseball Hall of Famer Robin Yount is 70.
  • Magician David Copperfield is 69.
  • Actor Jennifer Tilly is 67.
  • Retired MLB All-Star pitcher Orel Hershiser is 67.
  • Baseball Hall of Famer Tim Raines is 66.
  • Singer Richard Marx is 62.
  • Comedian Molly Shannon is 61.
  • Singer Marc Anthony is 57.
  • News anchor/talk show host Tamron Hall is 55.
  • Comedian-actor Amy Poehler is 54.
  • Singer-songwriter Musiq Soulchild is 48.
  • Rapper Flo Rida is 46.
  • Actor Alexis Bledel is 44.
  • Actor Madeline Zima is 40.
  • Actor Max Minghella is 40.
  • Rock singer-musician Nick Jonas (The Jonas Brothers) is 33.
  • Actor Chase Stokes is 33.
  • Golfer Bryson Dechambeau is 32.

Senate approves White House economist to serve on Fed board

South Florida Local News - Mon, 09/15/2025 - 17:26

By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER, Associated Press

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate has approved one of President Donald Trump’s top economic advisers for a seat on the Federal Reserve’s governing board, giving the White House greater influence over the central bank just two days before it is expected to vote in favor of reducing its key interest rate.

The vote to confirm Stephen Miran was largely along party lines, 48-47. He was approved by the Senate Banking Committee last week with all Republicans voting in favor and all Democrats opposed.

Miran’s nomination has sparked concerns about the Fed’s longtime independence from day-to-day politics after he said during a committee hearing earlier this month that he would keep his job as chair of the White House’s Council of Economic Advisers, though would take unpaid leave. Senate Democrats have said such an approach is incompatible with an independent Fed.

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer said ahead of the vote that Miran “has no independence” and would be “nothing more than Donald Trump’s mouthpiece at the Fed.”

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Miran is completing an unexpired term that ends in January, after Adriana Kugler unexpectedly stepped down from the board Aug. 1. He said if he is appointed to a longer term he would resign from his White House job. Previous presidents have appointed advisers to the Fed, including former chair Ben Bernanke, who served in president George W. Bush’s administration. But Bernanke and others left their White House jobs when joining the board.

Miran said during his Sept. 4 hearing that, if confirmed, “I will act independently, as the Federal Reserve always does, based on my own personal analysis of economic data.”

Last year, Miran criticized what he called the “revolving door” of officials between the White House and the Fed, in a paper he co-wrote with Daniel Katz for the conservative Manhattan Institute. Katz is now chief of staff at the Treasury Department.

Miran’s approval arrives as Trump’s efforts to shape the Fed have been dealt a setback elsewhere. He has sought to fire Fed governor Lisa Cook, who was appointed by former President Joe Biden to a term that ends in 2038. Cook sued to block the firing and won a first round in federal court, after a judge ruled the Trump administration did not have proper cause to remove her.

The administration appealed the ruling, but an appeals court rejected that request late Monday.

Members of the Fed’s board vote on all its interest rate decisions, and also oversee the nation’s financial system.

The jockeying around the Fed is occurring as the economy is entering an uncertain and difficult period. Inflation remains stubbornly above the central bank’s 2% target, though it hasn’t risen as much as many economists feared when Trump first imposed sweeping tariffs on nearly all imports. The Fed typically would raise borrowing costs, or at least keep them elevated, to combat worsening inflation.

At the same time, hiring has weakened considerably and the unemployment rate rose last month to a still-low 4.3%. The central bank often takes the opposite approach when unemployment rises, cutting rates to spur more borrowing, spending and growth.

Economists forecast the Fed will reduce its key rate after its two-day meeting ends Wednesday, to about 4.1% from 4.3%. Trump has demanded much deeper cuts.

What does UCF’s quarterback situation look like against North Carolina?

South Florida Local News - Mon, 09/15/2025 - 17:21

Scott Frost must be a fan of suspense because the UCF coach isn’t willing to tip his hand when it comes to who will start at quarterback for the Knights against visiting North Carolina on Saturday.

There is good news, however, as the Knights could have the services of injured quarterback Cam Fancher.

“He’s cleared to practice,” Frost said on Monday. “I don’t know how close he is to 100% yet. We’ll figure that out as the week goes along.”

Fancher opened the season as the starting quarterback but has been out of action since suffering an injury at the start of the second quarter of the season opener against Jacksonville State. He was replaced by Tayven Jackson, who led the Knights to wins over the Gamecocks and North Carolina A&T.

Jackson has completed 64% (29 of 45) of his passes for 471 yards and 2 touchdowns. He also rushed for two scores in the win over the Aggies.

Pro Football Focus has Jackson graded (74.6) as the 10th-best quarterback in the Big 12 behind such players as Cincinnati’s Brendan Sorsby (92.1), TCU’s Josh Hoover (91.2) and Texas Tech’s Behren Morton (86.1).

Fancher, meanwhile, was 5 of 9 for 32 yards while also rushing for 39 yards on 4 carries.

Jackson and Fancher were part of a three-man quarterback competition along with Jacurri Brown throughout spring and fall camps. Brown also saw action in UCF’s win over the Aggies, rushing for 106 yards and two touchdowns in 16 snaps.

Frost has noted that Jackson has made significant progress during his brief time as quarterback, particularly in two key areas.

“The grit and toughness that he’s played with since he got another chance and his preparation last week was a lot better than I’d seen before,” said Frost. “He needs to keep doing those things.”

UCF turns focus to North Carolina with thoughts on ailing coach

What is UCF expecting from UNC’s defense?

North Carolina coach Bill Belichick established a reputation for having one of the toughest defenses in the NFL during his tenure as head coach of the New England Patriots. After three games, the Tar Heels rank 53rd in the nation in scoring defense (19 points per game) and 69th in total defense (337 yards per game).

“They’re big; they’re physical,” Frost said. “They’re multiple and they’ve got really smart guys between [defensive coordinator] Steve [Belichick] and Bill and others running the show, so it’s going to be a challenge for us.”

The Knights are coming off season-highs in scoring (68 points) and total offense (560 yards) against North Carolina A&T. The team ranks in the top 25 in scoring (42.5 ppg.), rushing offense (232 yards) and total offense (491 yards).

“He’s [Bill Belichick] going to try to take away what you do best in every game and it’s going to look a little different in every game,” Frost said. “And because of that, we need to be ready against multiple things and be ready to adjust during the game.”

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How does UCF plan to distribute the ball among Jaden Nixon and Myles Montgomery?

UCF is coming off a season-high 356 rushing yards against North Carolina A&T. Still, the majority of those yards were by running back Nixon (156) and quarterback Brown (106) on 11 combined carries.

Montgomery, meanwhile, has the bulk of the carries (29) but has just 114 total yards.

Frost looks forward to giving both Nixon and Montgomery plenty of chances to carry the ball against the Tar Heels.

“Hopefully, we have the ball a lot so we get a lot of chances to give it to them,” Frost said.

What is the status of safety Jayden Williams?

The Knights could have the injured redshirt senior back against the Tar Heels on Saturday, at least according to Frost.

“He’s going to be able to be ready to go. He’s probably going to have a small splint on his thumb, but nothing that will hinder him from playing the way he can play,” said Frost.

Williams started the opener against Jacksonville State and came up with a crucial stop on a fourth-and-inches late in the fourth quarter, but he suffered a small fracture in his thumb that kept him out of the North Carolina A&T game.

The Florida native arrived in the offseason via the transfer portal after spending four seasons at FAU.

Redshirt junior Demari Henderson stepped up in his absence, registering three tackles.

UCF enters the game relatively healthy after a bye week.

“There is nothing really new to report. As far as long-term injuries, we’ve got some, some bruises and nicks like everybody else, but we’re expecting everybody to be ready,” added Frost.

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Appeals court rejects Trump’s bid to unseat Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook ahead of rate vote

South Florida Local News - Mon, 09/15/2025 - 17:21

By CHRISTOPHER RUGABER

WASHINGTON (AP) — An appeals court ruled Monday that Lisa Cook can remain a Federal Reserve governor, rebuffing President Donald Trump’s efforts to remove her just ahead of a key vote on interest rates.

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The Trump administration is expected to quickly turn to the Supreme Court in a last-ditch bid to unseat Cook. The Fed’s next two-day meeting to consider its next interest rate move begins Tuesday morning. And Cook’s lawsuit seeking to permanently block her firing must still make its way through the courts.

The White House campaign to unseat Cook marks an unprecedented bid to reshape the Fed’s seven-member governing board, which was designed to be largely independent from day-to-day politics. No president has fired a sitting Fed governor in the agency’s 112-year history.

Separately, Senate Republicans on Monday confirmed Stephen Miran, Trump’s nominee to an open spot on the Fed’s board. Barring any last-minute intervention from the Supreme Court, the Fed’s interest rate setting committee will meet Tuesday and Wednesday with all seven governors and the 12 regional bank presidents.

Twelve of those 19 officials will vote on changing the central bank’s short-term rate: All seven governors plus five regional presidents, who vote on a rotating basis.

Chair Jerome Powell signaled in a high-profile speech last month the Fed would likely cut its key rate at this meeting, from about 4.3% to 4.1%. Other borrowing costs, such as mortgage rates and car loans, have already declined in anticipation of the cut and could move lower.

Trump sought to fire Cook Aug. 25, but a federal judge ruled last week that the removal was illegal and reinstated her to the Fed’s board. Trump appointee Bill Pulte has accused Cook of mortgage fraud because she appeared to claim two properties as “primary residences” in July 2021, before she joined the board. Such claims can lead to a lower mortgage rate and smaller down payment than if one of them was declared as a rental property or second home. Cook has denied the charges.

In a 2-1 decision, the appeals court found that Cook’s due process rights were violated because the administration did not give her a formal opportunity to respond to the charges.

The attempt to fire Cook is seen by many legal scholars as a threat to erode the Fed’s longtime political independence. Economists prefer independent central banks because they can do unpopular things like lifting interest rates to combat inflation more easily than elected officials.

Many economists worry that if the Fed falls under the control of the White House, it will keep its key interest rate lower than justified by economic fundamentals to satisfy Trump’s demands for cheaper borrowing. That could accelerate inflation and could also push up longer-term interest rates, such as those on mortgages and car loans. Investors may demand a higher yield to own bonds to offset greater inflation in the future, lifting borrowing costs for the U.S. government and the entire economy.

Separately, Miran chairs the White House’s Council of Economic Advisers and said earlier this month he would take unpaid leave but otherwise keep his job while serving on the Fed’s board. It will be the first time in decades that an executive branch official has served at the Fed.

Miran has been appointed to finish a term that expires in January, but he could remain in the seat if no replacement is chosen.

Cook has denied any wrongdoing and has not been charged with a crime. According to documents obtained by The Associated Press, Cook did specify that her Atlanta condo would be a “vacation home,” according to a loan estimate she obtained in May 2021. And in a form seeking a security clearance, she described it as a “2nd home.” Both documents appear to undercut the administration’s claims of fraud.

Last week, U.S. District Court Judge Jia Cobb ruled that the administration had not satisfied a legal requirement that Fed governors can only be fired “for cause,” which she said was limited to misconduct while in office. Cook did not join the Fed’s board until 2022.

In their emergency appeal, Trump’s lawyers argued that even if the conduct occurred before her time as governor, her alleged action “indisputably calls into question Cook’s trustworthiness and whether she can be a responsible steward of the interest rates and economy.”

Trump has repeatedly attacked Powell and the other members of the Fed’s interest-rate setting committee for not cutting the short-term interest rate they control more quickly. Trump has said he thinks it should be as low as 1.3%, a level that no Fed official and few economists support.

Cook is the first Black woman to serve as a Fed governor. She was a Marshall Scholar and received degrees from Oxford University and Spelman College, and prior to joining the board she taught at Michigan State University and Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government.

Trump wouldn’t call Minnesota governor after Democrat was slain but now blames him for raised flags

South Florida Local News - Mon, 09/15/2025 - 17:08

By WILL WEISSERT and STEVE KARNOWSKI

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump claimed Monday that he would have ordered flags lowered to half-staff following the assassination of a Minnesota Democratic state lawmaker this summer had he been asked by the state’s governor. But Trump at the time refused to even call Democratic Gov. Tim Walz to express his condolences, saying it would only “waste time.”

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Trump made the remark during an unrelated Oval Office event as he defended his decision to lower U.S. flags after last week’s slaying of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

After announcing that he was deploying the National Guard to Memphis, Trump was asked Monday why he signed an order lowering flags nationwide after Kirk’s killing during an event in Utah, but didn’t do so after former Democratic state House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband were shot and killed in June.

Trump replied, “Well, if the governor had asked me to do that, I would have done that.”

“But the governor of Minnesota didn’t ask me,” the president said.

He continued, “I wouldn’t have thought of that. But I would have if somebody had asked me,” and added: “Had the governor asked me to do that, I would have done that gladly.”

Walz’s spokesperson did not immediately comment on the president’s remarks.

But Walz tweeted a video call for unity on Monday evening that featured references to Hortman’s assassination and the recent shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic church that killed two students and injured 21 people. The video included feel-good scenes from the recent Minnesota State Fair but didn’t mention Kirk.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz speaks outside the Annunciation Catholic School following a shooting Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)

“The world feels crazy right now, but we won’t lose hope. We will get through this, together,” Walz said.

Trump’s assertions omitted the fact that — days after Hortman and her husband were shot dead in their home in the northern Minneapolis suburbs — the president was asked if he’d be calling Walz. Trump suggested that doing so would “waste time.”

Presidents often reach out to governors, mayors and other elected officials at times of tragedy, such as after mass killings or natural disasters, to offer condolences and, if needed, federal assistance. But Trump said then that Walz, the Democratic vice presidential nominee against Trump in last year’s election, was “slick.”

“I think the governor of Minnesota is so whacked out. I’m not calling him. Why would I call him?” Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One in June. He then added, “The guy doesn’t have a clue” and “he’s a mess. So, you know, I could be nice and call him but why waste time?”

Teddy Tschann, a spokesperson for Walz, responded at the time with a statement saying, “Governor Walz wishes that President Trump would be a President for all Americans, but this tragedy isn’t about Trump or Walz.”

Trump also said Monday that he planned to attend Kirk’s funeral this weekend in Arizona and added that he’d likely be speaking.

“I guess I’ll say a few words, I don’t know,” he said. “But I guess I will.”

Karnowski reported from Minneapolis.

Daily Horoscope for September 16, 2025

South Florida Local News - Mon, 09/15/2025 - 17:00
General Daily Insight for September 16, 2025

The satisfying kind of exhaustion awaits us at today’s end. An awkward quincunx between messenger Mercury in Virgo and sensitive Chiron in Aries could stir up complicated conversations, though the addition of a trine from Venus to Chiron should ensure we all sand the sharpest edges off of our words. Alert Mars in Libra will then oppose careful Chiron at 11:47 am EDT, forcing each of us to get serious about finally moving beyond old aches. Messy emotions can be handled to our benefit.

Aries

March 21 – April 19

Healing sometimes requires action. Wildfire Mars is reaching out from your links zone to oppose Chiron in your own sign, which could result in someone saying or doing something that touches a sore spot for you — whether they mean it or not. Instead of trying to ignore or avoid them, consider embracing the thought and genuinely work through whatever issues are dragging you down. It might be awkward in the moment, but your future self will thank you for making the effort today.

Taurus

April 20 – May 20

Something might set you off at any moment. Fiery Mars in your routine 6th house is filling your plate with potential, but the Martian opposition to Chiron in your hidden 12th house may bring up old drama or forgotten wounds. It could be tough to swallow! This might feel like an emotional detour or a bit of an unnecessary problem, but don’t just push it to the side. Take a bite and move forward! You could finish something that’s been holding you back for ages.

Gemini

May 21 – June 20

Don’t forget about other people, Gemini. While the presence of Mars is heating up your 5th House of Fun, tempting you to pursue solely your own pleasures, there’s more to life than that. Mars is emboldening Chiron in your 11th House of Community, simultaneously nudging you to include others in your plans. If you only think about yourself, you might wind up stepping on a few toes or rubbing people the wrong way. Think ahead in order to save yourself from future hassles.

Cancer

June 21 – July 22

Take everything with a grain of salt, Cancer. You’re possibly feeling some unusual intensity while red-hot Mars works out in your temperamental 4th house. Hold on! Mars is opposing Chiron in your 10th House of Expertise, reminding you that your feelings are not fact. Take a step back from things if you start to feel overwhelmed or too wrapped up in a situation, and remember that nothing is permanent. A difficult moment or two during one day will not be with you forever.

Leo

July 23 – August 22

The world isn’t big enough today! The galaxy is offering tons of ways to occupy your mind with Mars in your verbose 3rd house. Additionally, Mars is egging on Chiron in your risky 9th house, showing you the benefits of moving beyond what you already know. Instead of distracting yourself with the same old things, intentionally bring a sense of newness into your life. That can lift any heaviness from your shoulders as you spread your wings and take flight into the future.

Virgo

August 23 – September 22

Feeling taken advantage of is an unfortunate possibility under today’s complicated skies. A tense opposition between Mars and Chiron across your security and intimacy sectors could leave you feeling like you need to bend over backward for other people. Remember that the word ‘no’ is a complete sentence! If you continually let others take advantage of you, eventually, you’ll become part of the problem. Don’t expect everyone to have ulterior motives, but don’t be a doormat, either. Stand strong in your power.

Libra

September 23 – October 22

Your opinion is only part of the puzzle. You’re definitely in the driver’s seat while action planet Mars marches through your 1st House of Self. That said, its opposition to Chiron in your 7th House of Unions will remind you that other people are involved in this situation. Perhaps a friend will set a new boundary, though this could also be about some repairs to a romantic relationship. One thing is certain: there’s nothing to be gained by shutting out your loved ones.

Scorpio

October 23 – November 21

Your energy levels may feel all but non-existent at the moment. You’re likely in a decidedly chill mood while warrior Mars is in your peaceful 12th house, but watch out for when Mars shoves Chiron in your responsible 6th house! A few outstanding issues might start pounding at your door. Pay attention to your energy levels, because if you push too hard, you could burn out in the process. That won’t be fun or productive! Make an effort to be considerate of your needs.

Sagittarius

November 22 – December 21

Don’t lose sight of yourself. It’s hard to ignore the people around you while Mars is in your 11th House of Associations, pushing you to connect with others near and far. On the other hand, the argument between Mars and sensitive Chiron in your 5th House of Hobbies prompts you to nurture yourself as well. Misplacing your natural needs can happen without warning when everyone else is chattering around you, so make a point of listening to your gut during any gatherings.

Capricorn

December 22 – January 19

Your emotions may present unpredictable stumbling blocks. You are primed to focus on your ambitions while Mars is lighting a fire in your 10th House of Drive, but the Martian opposition to Chiron in your 4th House of Tenderness could leave you feeling rather delicate in a professional arena. If a peer points out something you missed or a situation where you could have performed better, try to avoid taking their commentary too personally. They could have valuable advice to share!

Aquarius

January 20 – February 18

Don’t push yourself too far all at once. You may want to explore as much of the world as you can while Mars tours your undaunted 9th house, but its opposition to Chiron in your local 3rd house could leave you feeling a bit daunted by the prospect. It’s okay to play it small for the time being and move at your own pace. You can get back to bigger adventures under gentler skies. You’re allowed to stay home for a while!

Pisces

February 19 – March 20

What’s missing, Pisces? If you feel an unnamable sense of lack, it may be due to the tough opposition between Mars in your 8th House of Shared Resources and Chiron in your 2nd House of Material Security. This cosmic kerfuffle could leave you struggling to meet certain needs. However, this may turn out to be an overreaction or unnecessary anxiety, so do your best to analyze the facts before you get too worried. You may have everything you need; you just couldn’t see it before.

Growing protests pose the most serious challenge yet to Serbia’s populist president

South Florida Local News - Mon, 09/15/2025 - 16:53

By DUSAN STOJANOVIC

BELGRADE, Serbia (AP) — Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic is escalating his crackdown on protests that have shaken his populist rule in recent months. What began as a small, student-led campaign against corruption has snowballed into one of the most turbulent protest waves in the Balkan country in a quarter of a century.

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Rights groups and Vucic’s political opponents have warned of increasingly brutal tactics aimed at silencing a movement that has become the biggest challenge yet to his decade-long grip on power.

Last week, tanks rolled through the capital, Belgrade, in preparation for a military parade on Sept. 20. If the parade becomes a flashpoint for unrest, protesters fear the military could remain on the streets.

Vucic’s nationalist background

Vucic has ruled Serbia for more than a decade, reshaping its politics while drawing accusations of corruption and authoritarianism.

Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, and Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic pose for a photo during their meeting at Diaoyutai State Guesthouse in Beijing, China, Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025. (Alexander Kazakov,Sputnik, Kremlin Pool Photo via AP)

He began his political career in the 1990s as a hardline nationalist in the Serbian Radical Party, becoming information minister under the late Serbian strongman Slobodan Milosevic. He was notorious for his calls to punish independent media and his wartime rhetoric against Serbia’s neighbors which he maintains to this day.

Serbia was defeated in the wars in the Balkans, Milosevic was ousted by a wave of protests in October 2000, and Vucic reinvented himself as a pro-European reformer. He co-founded the Serbian Progressive Party, which promised modernization and EU integration, but he consolidated his power through populism, control of the media, and a tight grip on state institutions.

How the latest unrest started

On Nov. 1, 2024, a canopy collapsed at the railway station in the northern city of Novi Sad, killing at least 16 people. The tragedy, tied to a Chinese-backed renovation project, sparked outrage over alleged state-run corruption and negligence.

University students were the first to protest, blocking traffic every Friday for 15 minutes in memory of the dead.

But the anger over corruption quickly resonated beyond campuses, drawing crowds of ordinary citizens frustrated with rising costs of living and a sense of impunity among ruling-party elites.

Protesters now demand accountability, transparency, and early elections.

Why the protests turned violent

At first, the demonstrations were peaceful marches and sit-ins. But tensions rose when authorities deployed riot police, plainclothes officers and even shady parapolice units, led by soccer hooligans loyal to Vucic, to disperse the gatherings with batons, sticks and flares.

Led by university students, people attend a protest against increasing police brutality in Belgrade, Serbia, Monday, Sept. 8, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Vojinovic)

Protesters reported beatings, arbitrary arrests, and the use of tear gas, stun grenades and sonic devices — tactics that rights groups have condemned as brutal and excessive.

The harsh response from the authorities has fueled defiance. Students have escalated their actions by blocking major intersections, occupying university halls, and staging sit-ins outside state institutions. Each new crackdown has drawn more people into the streets, creating a cycle of confrontation.

And while previous waves of protests petered out over a disputed property development, allegations of stolen elections and two mass shootings, this time the protests have built up over time. Crucially, they spread beyond Belgrade to dozens of cities and small towns across the country.

Vucic’s response

Vucic has repeatedly branded the student protesters as “terrorists” who are working in conjunction with Western powers to remove him from office, without presenting any evidence. Although he has called for a dialogue with the students, he has refused to call early elections and warned of an even harsher response to the protests.

Students flatly rejected the offer of talks before early elections. In response to the student demands, authorities sacked more than 100 teachers, professors and deans and replaced them with Vucic’s loyalists.

While some schools have reopened with new staff, others have remained closed, especially some of the university faculties.

A strategic position between East and West

While under intense domestic pressure, Vucic continued projecting Serbia’s foreign diplomacy as balanced, managing complex relations with both the European Union and his authoritarian allies, most notably Russia.

Serbian army helicopters MI-35 fly over the city ahead of a military parade scheduled for Sept. 20 in the Serbian capital Belgrade, Friday, Sept. 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Vojinovic)

He attended a summit on Sept.1 with leaders from China, Russia, North Korea and Iran, where he said he received their support in dealing with the protests at home. He has also refused to join international sanctions against Russia for its invasion of Ukraine.

However, he has also made no move to block Serbian exports of weapons to Ukraine and earlier this year, he made his first-ever visit to Kyiv, signaling a willingness to engage with Western-aligned nations.

Serbia has been a candidate for EU membership since 2012, but negotiations have made slow progress.

Europe’s muted reaction

Vucic’s tenure is marked by a centralization of power, suppression of dissent, and tight control over the media, drawing scrutiny from human rights organizations.

He has openly advocated the closure of the last remaining independent TV outlets, N1 and Nova, or a purge of reporters and management. He has called them liars for their coverage of the protests, although they mainly broadcast live, with minimal intervention from editors or commentators.

Analysts and opposition groups argue that Europe must increase the pressure on Serbia to prevent its further democratic erosion.

EU officials have warned Vucic that progress toward EU membership depends on meeting certain standards, including reforms in the judiciary, media freedoms and fight against corruption.

A Serbian Army soldier prepares ahead of a military parade scheduled for Sept. 20 in the Serbian capital Belgrade, Friday, Sept. 12, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Vojinovic)

At a time when Europe is dealing with the repercussions of Russia’s war in Ukraine, the EU has so far shown little willingness to confront Vucic and his government.

The Serbian opposition and some EU lawmakers believe the EU’s reaction has been too timid because officials believe Vucic is the only one who can preserve peace in a region still reeling from a series of wars in the 1990s that left over 100,000 people dead and millions homeless.

High stakes

The anti-graft rallies have become more than just a fight against corruption. They are now a direct challenge to Vucic’s heavy-handed rule, with demonstrators demanding free elections, independent judiciary and accountability for police violence.

With neither side showing signs of backing down, Serbia faces a deepening political crisis and the risk of further unrest and even bloodshed.

Jovana Gec in Belgrade contributed to this report.

Wounded FSU freshman Ethan Pritchard ‘trending up,’ opens eyes

South Florida Local News - Mon, 09/15/2025 - 16:44

Florida State football coach Mike Norvell shared encouraging news Monday morning, and friends and family of Ethan Pritchard were equally relieved. The freshman linebacker, who is recovering from a gunshot wound suffered two weeks ago, opened his eyes Sunday for the first time since undergoing surgery on the night of Aug. 31.

“I went by there this morning and there has been progress,” Norvell said during his scheduled weekly press conference ahead of Saturday game against Kent State. “Yesterday, he opened his eyes. It was something that was emotional for everybody to be honest with you.

“There’s still a long part of his process moving forward, but it puts all things in perspective, the appreciation of a blink. He’s fighting, his family is there, so very supportive.”

Pritchard has been constantly surrounded by family members, most notably his father Ethan Pritchard, who sleeps in Ethan’s room at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. Other family members have been staying in Tallahassee hotels.

FSU’s Ethan Pritchard of Sanford is critical but stable in ICU after Sunday night shooting

Pritchard, 18, who signed with FSU out of Sanford Seminole High in December and enrolled at the school in January, has been mostly sedated by doctors since his surgery, according to people close to him.

Bert Whigham, Pritchard’s trainer and manager, was in Tallahassee on Monday and was able to accompany Earl Pritchard to visit with Ethan.

“It’s such a blessing. He had his eyes open yesterday and he was able to blink, and even today,” Whigham said. “The doctors wanted him to rest a little more so they had his meds up, but his dad said to him, ‘Hey Ethan, it’s me and Bert. Would you show him you are with us and can you blink for me?’

“His eyes were kinda closed, but he blinked, and he said, ‘Can you do it again for me?’ and he did it again.”

Whigham, who is also a Seminole High grad and runs the Draft Academy Sports Performance Training Center in Winter Park, has worked with Pritchard for a number of years and knows the family well.

“You become family with these kids and their families, and it’s been hard on everyone to have this news,” Whigham said. “To see this for myself … it’s just incredible.”

Pritchard was shot in the back of the head while driving his car, giving his aunt and young cousin a ride after a family gathering in Havana on the night of Aug. 31. Police have said they think it was a case of mistaken identity and four people were arrested Thursday in connection with the shooting.

FDLE: Four arrests made in connection with shooting of FSU linebacker Ethan Pritchard of Sanford

 

Norvell also said on Monday:

“We’re called on this earth to love one another. There’s going to be plenty of differences and plenty of things that we all have, but to be able to — and it’s a challenge to me and a challenge to everybody that’s out there — is to be the example,” Norvell said. “We’re all going to have our faults, have our differences, but to just love one another and to be able to work and be a part of the good that’s out there, because there are too many things that are happening.

“The value of life and the appreciation of what we’re able to do on this earth is special.”

Whigham said the support from FSU and the community has been “amazing.”

“Florida State is doing everything, going above and beyond what I have ever seen a university do for one of its athletes and the family in such an extreme situation,” Whigham said. “Ethan has plenty of support. Every time I’m there he has multiple family members around him.

“Florida State and Tallahassee Memorial Hospital have been great, and Ethan is trending up.”

Pritchard was a standout linebacker for Seminole High and was the No. 7-ranked prospect in the Sentinel’s 2025 Central Florida Super60.

Chris Hays can be found on X.com @OS_ChrisHays.

Trump administration joins Republicans’ campaign to police speech in reaction to Kirk’s murder

South Florida Local News - Mon, 09/15/2025 - 16:25

By NICHOLAS RICCARDI and KONSTANTIN TOROPIN

Vice President JD Vance on Monday jumped onto the conservative movement demanding consequences for those who have cheered Charlie Kirk’s killing, calling on the public to turn in anyone who says distasteful things about the assassination of his friend and political ally.

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“When you see someone celebrating Charlie’s murder, call them out,” Vance urged listeners on the slain activist’s podcast Monday. “And hell, call their employer.”

Vance’s call also included a vow to target some of the biggest funders of liberal causes as conservatives stepped up their targeting of private individuals for their comments about the killing. It marked an escalation in a campaign that some warned invoked some of the darkest chapters of American history.

“The government involvement in this does inch this closer to looking like McCarthyism,” said Adam Goldstein of the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, referring to the 1950s campaign to root out communists that led to false allegations and ruined careers. “It was not a shining moment for free expression.”

Campaign broadens to those who quote Kirk critically

Republican-controlled states such as Florida, Oklahoma and Texas have launched investigations of teachers accused of inappropriate statements after last week’s assassination. The U.S. military has invited members of the public to report those who “celebrate or mock” the killing and said some troops have already been removed for their comments.

At the same time, the Trump administration has vowed to target what it contends is a “vast” liberal network that inspired the shooter, even as authorities maintain it appears he acted alone and the investigation is ongoing.

The campaign has broadened to include even those whose statements were critical of Kirk without celebrating his assassination.

The Washington Post fired Karen Attiah, an opinion columnist, for posts on the day of the shooting that lamented how “white America” was not ready to solve gun violence and that quoted Kirk denigrating the intelligence of prominent Black women such as Michelle Obama.

PEN America, a press freedom group, warned in a statement that firings like Attiah’s “risk creating a chilling effect.”

Goldstein worried there were many cases of people targeted for simply quoting Kirk or failing to mourn his passing adequately. “That’s one of the key symptoms of cancel culture,” he said. “Trying to paint everyone with the same brush.”

Conservatives coined the term cancel culture for what they claimed was persecution of those on the right for their views, especially related to the COVID-19 pandemic and Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol, leading to campaigns to get regular people fired.

It was a significant cause for President Donald Trum p, who pledged to end it during his campaign last year. But after the Kirk killing, he and his administration have instead leaned into it from the right.

A hero to conservatives, a provocateur to many Democrats

A father of two and a Christian conservative, Kirk was a hero to many Trump Republicans for his fiery warnings about the dangers of Democrats and ability to organize young voters. But Kirk also was a provocateur and supporter of Trump’s attempt to overturn his 2020 election loss who left a long record of partisan quips that enraged many on the left.

“According to Kirk, empathy is a made-up new-age term, so keep the jokes coming. It’s what he would have wanted,” read one post on X that Melvin Villaver Jr., a Clemson University music professor, re-posted the day of the killing, according to a screenshot circulated by college Republicans demanding his firing. Clemson eventually fired one staffer and suspended Villaver and another professor after intense pressure from elected South Carolina Republican officials.

Other targeted posters, such as Army Lt. Col. Christopher Ladnier, simply quoted Kirk on the day of his assassination. This included Kirk calling the Civil Rights Act a “beast” that “has now turned into an anti-white weapon,” his criticism of Martin Luther King Jr. and his statement that some gun deaths are the cost of a robust Second Amendment.

Ladnier, who has been targeted by conservative activists online, said in a Facebook message to The Associated Press that he would respond “when/if” his chain of command takes action.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott approvingly posted a video of a Texas Tech University student who was arrested Friday after a confrontation at a campus vigil for Kirk, writing: “This is what happened to the person who was mocking Charlie Kirk’s assassination at Texas Tech.”

Some people targeted have been victims of mistaken identity.

A school district in rural Elkhorn, Wisconsin, reported receiving more than 800 messages after one conservative influencer mistakenly identified an associate principal at an elementary school as celebrating Kirk’s death.

Top Republicans vow to go after ‘domestic terrorist network’

Authorities say Kirk was shot by 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, who grew up in a conservative household in southern Utah but was enmeshed in “leftist ideology,” according to the state’s Republican governor, Spencer Cox.

Cox said investigators may reveal more about what motivated the attack after Robinson’s initial court appearance, scheduled for Tuesday. The governor said the suspect, who allegedly carved memes onto his bullet casings, appeared radicalized by the “dark corners of the internet.”

On Monday, Vance was joined on Kirk’s podcast by Stephen Miller, Trump’s deputy chief of staff, who vowed to crack down on what he called the “vast domestic terrorist network” he blamed for Kirk’s death.

Alluding to free speech concerns, Vance said: “You have the crazies on the far left that say, ’Oh, Stephen Miller and JD Vance, they’re going to go after constitutionally protected speech.’”

But he added: “No no no! We’re going to go after the NGO network that foments, facilitates and engages in violence,” — a reference to non-governmental organizations.

The White House did not immediately return a request seeking clarity on the remarks, including which groups might be targeted.

The idea of a retribution campaign against individuals or groups for expressing a particular viewpoint has alarmed many.

“Just having that ideology, just believing differently than some other American is not illegal,” Republican Sen. James Lankford of Oklahoma said on CNN on Sunday.

Instead, he said any groups that have been involved in illegal or violent acts should be targeted.

Killing as a pretext to go after political rivals

On Kirk’s show, Vance talked about the need for unity after the assassination, but then dismissed it as impossible given what he described as the left’s embrace of political violence. Naming two foundations that fund a wide range of liberal causes, Vance said: “There is no unity with the people who fund these articles, who pay the salaries of these terrorist sympathizers.”

Democratic officials have roundly condemned Kirk’s murder. Democrats also have been victims of political violence recently, including the June assassination of the speaker of the Minnesota House and her husband, and the 2022 beating of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s husband in their San Francisco home.

Caitlin Legacki of Stop Government Censorship, formed to fight the Trump administration’s use of government against its political rivals, said it was one thing for people making abhorrent statements to face consequences.

“When we get concerned is when there appears to be a concerted effort in the government to use this tragedy to punish political opponents,” she said.

Associated Press writers Collin Binkley and Chris Megerian in Washington; Meg Kinnard in Chapin, South Carolina; Juan Lozano in Houston, and Sean Murphy in Oklahoma City contributed to this report.

More South Floridians accused in fake nursing diploma scam, feds say

South Florida Local News - Mon, 09/15/2025 - 16:19

Twelve more people, including eight South Floridians, were charged for their role in a scheme that sold thousands of fake diplomas to aspiring nurses across the country — nearly three years after federal authorities first announced charges against others.

Then-U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Florida Markenzy Lapointe announced in January 2023 that more than 7,000 people purchased fraudulent nursing diplomas and transcripts from for-profit nursing schools in Florida, including Siena College in Lauderhill, Sacred Heart International Institute in Fort Lauderdale and Palm Beach School of Nursing in Palm Beach County.

The aspiring nurses who purchased the fake credentials used them to qualify for national exams, allowing those who passed to be come eligible for licenses and to be employed in nursing jobs despite never having taken the required courses and clinicals. Diplomas on average were sold for $15,000, the scheme garnering a total of about $114 million.

In “Phase I” of the investigation in 2023, 30 people, including at least eight South Florida residents, were charged and convicted by entering a plea or at trial. As of Monday, some of the additional 12 cases have been scheduled for sentencing or trial while one person has been sentenced to 13 months in federal prison, federal prosecutors said in a news release.

Among the South Florida residents whose cases were announced Monday are:

  • Carleen Noreus, 51, of Broward County, who was the president of Carleen Home Health School, Inc. in Plantation and vice president of Carleen Home Health School II, Inc. in West Palm Beach. Her trial is set to begin Dec. 1.
  • Patrick Buchanan, 40, of Broward County, who was the owner, registered agent and manager of Sigma Institute of Health Careers, Inc. in Lauderhill. He pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and will be sentenced Nov. 19.
  • Gilbert Hyppolite, 73, of Palm Beach County, who was the owner of Techni-Pro Institute LLC in Boca Raton. He is charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
  • Irene Matthews, 55, of Palm Beach County, who was the registered agent of Agape Academy of Sciences, LLC. in Delray Beach. She is charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
  • Lemuel Pierre, 56, of Broward County, who was the owner of Med-Life Enterprise, Inc. in Lauderdale Lakes. He is charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
  • Joel Lubin, 51, of Miami-Dade County, who was the registered agent and administrator of Ideal Professional Institute, Inc. in Miami Gardens. He is charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
  • Jose Napoleon, 40, of Palm Beach County, who was the director of admissions for Azure College, Inc. in Fort Lauderdale. He is charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
  • Victor Escalante Zerpa, 68, of Miami-Dade County, who incorporated Academus University Corp. in Coral Gables. He is charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
  • Stephanie Dorisca, 57, of Broward County, was the Head of Nursing at Techni-Pro Institute LLC. She is charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud.

About 2,400 of the more than 7,000 students who purchased the fake credentials eventually passed their licensing exams — mainly in New York. Nurses certified in New York are allowed to practice in Florida and many other states. Those who purchased the documents were not likely to be criminally charged, federal officials said in 2023 when charges were announced.

Today in History: September 15, Lehman Brothers files for bankruptcy

South Florida Local News - Mon, 09/15/2025 - 01:00

Today is Monday, Sept. 15, the 258th day of 2025. There are 107 days left in the year.

Today in history:

On Sept. 15, 2008, as a result of the subprime mortgage crisis, Lehman Brothers filed for Chapter 11 in the largest bankruptcy filing in U.S. history.

Also on this date:

In 1835, Charles Darwin reached the Galápagos Islands aboard the HMS Beagle.

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In 1935, the Nuremberg Laws were enacted in Nazi Germany, depriving German Jews of their citizenship.

In 1940, the tide turned in the Battle of Britain in World War II, as the Royal Air Force inflicted heavy losses upon the Luftwaffe.

In 1958, a commuter train headed for New York City plunged into Newark Bay after missing a stop signal and sliding off the open Newark Bay lift bridge, killing 48 people.

In 1959, Nikita Khrushchev became the first Soviet head of state to visit the United States as he arrived at Andrews Air Force Base outside Washington.

In 1963, four Black girls were killed when a bomb went off during Sunday services at the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama. (Three Ku Klux Klansmen were eventually convicted for their roles in the blast.)

In 1978, Muhammad Ali became the first boxer to capture the heavyweight title three times, winning by unanimous decision in his rematch with Leon Spinks.

Today’s Birthdays:
  • Writer-director Ron Shelton is 80.
  • Actor Tommy Lee Jones is 79.
  • Film director Oliver Stone is 79.
  • Football coach Pete Carroll is 74.
  • TV personality Lisa Vanderpump is 65.
  • Football Hall of Famer Dan Marino is 64.
  • Actor Josh Charles is 54.
  • Olympic gold medal swimmer Tom Dolan is 50.
  • Actor Tom Hardy is 48.
  • Actor Amy Davidson is 46.
  • Actor Dave Annable is 46.
  • Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, is 41.
  • TV personality Heidi Montag is 39.

Emmy Awards 2025: Full list of top winners

South Florida Local News - Sun, 09/14/2025 - 18:21

NEW YORK (AP) — The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards were handed out Sunday at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

“The Studio” made Emmy history by winning 13 awards, becoming the most awarded comedy series in a single season. It beats the previous record of 11 set by “The Bear” last year.

“The Studio,” Seth Rogen’s Apple TV+ series, won for comedy acting, directing, and writing.

Show Caption1 of 29Tramell Tillman accepts the award for outstanding supporting actor in a drama series for “Severance” during the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) Expand

“Adolescence” won four awards in the limited series categories, including best supporting actor for 15-year-old Owen Cooper.

“Severance” entered the ceremony as the top overall nominee. Apple TV+ had the two most nominated shows, “Severance” and “The Studio.”

Comedian Nate Bargatze made his hosting debut Sunday night.

Here’s a list of winners at Sunday’s Emmys:

Drama series

“The Pitt”

Actor in a drama series

Noah Wyle, “The Pitt”

Actress in a drama series

Britt Lower, “Severance”

Supporting actor in a drama series

Tramell Tillman, “Severance”

Supporting actress in a drama series

Katherine LaNasa, “The Pitt”

Directing for a drama series

Adam Randall, “Slow Horses”

Writing for a drama series

Dan Gilroy, “Andor”

Comedy series

“The Studio”

Actor in a comedy series

Seth Rogen, “The Studio”

Actress in a comedy series

Jean Smart, “Hacks”

Supporting actress in a comedy series

Hannah Einbinder, “Hacks”

Supporting actor in a comedy series

Jeff Hiller, “Somebody Somewhere”

Directing for a comedy series

Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg, “The Studio”

Writing for a comedy series

Seth Rogen, Evan Goldberg, Peter Huyck, Alex Gregory and Frida Perez, “The Studio”

Limited series, anthology series or movie

“Adolescence”

Actor in a limited series, anthology series or movie

Stephen Graham, “Adolescence”

Actress in a limited series, anthology series or movie

Cristin Milioti, “The Penguin”

Supporting actor in a limited series, anthology series or movie

Owen Cooper, “Adolescence”

Supporting actress in a limited series, anthology series or movie

Erin Doherty, “Adolescence”

Directing for a limited series, anthology series or movie

Philip Barantini, “Adolescence”

Writing for a limited series, anthology series or movie

Jack Thorne and Stephen Graham, “Adolescence”

Variety special

“SNL 50: The Anniversary Special”

Scripted variety series

“Last Week Tonight with John Oliver”

Writing for a variety series

“Last Week Tonight with John Oliver”

Talk series

“The Late Show with Stephen Colbert”

Reality competition program

“The Traitors”

Bob Hope Humanitarian Award

Ted Danson and Mary Steenburgen

Daily Horoscope for September 15, 2025

South Florida Local News - Sun, 09/14/2025 - 17:00
General Daily Insight for September 15, 2025

Actively enjoying ourselves isn’t unproductive — it’s necessary. Pleasure-loving Venus is partying her way through expressive Leo, encouraging us to make the most out of life. Fortunately, it shouldn’t be too tough to pursue our desires when Venus sextiles energizing Mars in Libra at 11:04 pm EDT. Venus just so happens to rule Libra, so these energies will fit together like a hand in a glove. Even if we have a busy day ahead of us, we should make room for fun and games.

Aries

March 21 – April 19

You don’t have to do much in order to have a lovely time today. People could be coming forward with plenty of good things to share, all thanks to a lovely sextile between graceful Venus in your upbeat 5th house and vivacious Mars, currently lighting up your collaborative 7th house. Someone could enter the scene who brings a cornucopia of positivity along with them. Go along with them as far as you want, because good times are almost certain to follow.

Taurus

April 20 – May 20

There is satisfaction to be found in the simplest tasks. Your ruler Venus is lighting up your expressive 4th house. Presently, she’s emphasizing vivid Mars in your practical 6th house, motivating you to get things done without making any of it feel like a chore. Look around your life for easy ways to improve it. That could mean simplifying your daily routine — or adding to it! It’s up to you. Something that feels like an indulgence can be genuinely useful.

Gemini

May 21 – June 20

There’s almost nothing but good times on offer right now. Venus is in your fast-paced 3rd house. Since that’s your conversational sign’s natural territory, you’ve got every reason to get out and circulate. The mood should be positively buoyant, thanks to Venus cheering on Mars in your exuberant 5th house, so you’ll hardly be able to turn around without encountering someone or something that totally appeals to you. Avoid sticking solely to your own company, because there are wonderful discussions already waiting for your input.

Cancer

June 21 – July 22

Why not throw some money at your surroundings? Aesthetic Venus is in your luxury-loving 2nd house, and it will be sextiling make-it-happen Mars in your 4th House of Home Environments. This is an amazing day to re-feather your nest! Whether you’re just picking up a few new throw pillows or giving your space a makeover from top to bottom, you basically can’t go wrong under this angle. You can make magic on any budget, from vintage chic to designer sleek, with these planets guiding you.

Leo

July 23 – August 22

No one can deny you anything on a day like this — at least, no one should! You’re practically glowing with alluring Venus waltzing through your sign, giving you an extra special something. That Venusian spark can carry you extra far when Venus coordinates with Mars in your outgoing 3rd house, inspiring connection and circulation. Whether you’re hitting the town with your favorite people or out making new friends, others will be positively drawn to you like moths to a flame. Use this power wisely.

Virgo

August 23 – September 22

Dreams can lead you to a lucrative reality. A special sextile between Venus in your subconscious sector and Mars in your wealth quadrant could result in you birthing a brilliant plan or having an unexpected breakthrough. An unusual solution could itself prove dramatically rewarding, so don’t be scared to take a unique approach to a current project or problem. Likewise, someone could emerge from the backdrop to lend a helping hand — or even a financial gift. If that’s on offer, be gracious about it.

Libra

September 23 – October 22

You’re in charge — and everyone is probably happy to follow your thoughtful guidance. Your sign’s traditional ruler, charming Venus, is reaching out from your 11th House of Friend Groups to make a supportive sextile to passionate Mars in your caring sign. You’ve got the cosmic reins, ready to guide your buddies on an easy trail ride. When you respect everyone’s needs, your circle could be more than ready to go along with your plans. Make the most of this surging popularity.

Scorpio

October 23 – November 21

Brace yourself for a cosmic boost! You’re shining on the professional front while elegant Venus is gracing your 10th House of Authority, giving your reputation a polish. You’re shining even brighter as Venus connects with fiery Mars in your 12th House of Contemplation. Someone or something may work to your advantage without you even knowing it, or perhaps a hidden helper will start speaking in your favor. Sudden insights can also prove beneficial. Keep your head on straight — you’ve got this.

Sagittarius

November 22 – December 21

Your network is potentially ready to expand beyond your wildest dreams. A lovely connection between Venus in your far-flung 9th house to passionate Mars in your aspirational 11th house is energizing you to explore brand-new ideas and discover a lot of excitement — provided you work with others to make it happen. Flying solo is technically an option, but you’ll probably enjoy yourself a lot more when you’ve allied yourself with supportive pals (new or old). The right team will make a world of difference.

Capricorn

December 22 – January 19

The work you do now can pay off in an impressive fashion. Luxurious Venus in your 8th House of Major Finances is sextiling energizing Mars in your 10th House of Recognition, reminding the universe that your efforts ought to be handsomely rewarded, one way or another. The 8th house rules lump sums, rather than regular paychecks, so a professional project could land you a one-time windfall, or perhaps you’ll receive a major bonus for a job well done. You are earning your laurels!

Aquarius

January 20 – February 18

People want to bring good things into your life! Venus in your cooperation zone is making a supportive sextile to Mars in your expansion sector, putting you in touch with someone who can show you the world in exciting, unfamiliar ways. This person could be a recent acquaintance or someone who’s already in your life, but this is certainly no time to take on the world without someone special by your side. The last thing you should do is keep anyone out.

Pisces

February 19 – March 20

Simple steps can lead to a major payout. Easy-going Venus in your daily routine sector is sending out a lovely sextile to powerful Mars in your empowering 8th house, helping make certain that the effort you put in right now should be amply rewarded. Tasks that would normally be a major headache could fly by! You’ll probably find yourself able to accomplish more than usual, so don’t sit back on your laurels when your abilities are operating at an all-time high.

Chris Perkins: Dolphins have nothing going for them, and can’t find anything

South Florida Local News - Sun, 09/14/2025 - 16:43

MIAMI GARDENS — Here’s the Miami Dolphins’ biggest issue right now — there’s nothing they can count on to win games, or even stabilize their team, as they try to right their ship. That’s a lonely, frustrating, empty feeling. The Dolphins can’t even get the most basic things to go correctly.

We saw that on the Dolphins’ final possession of Sunday’s 33-27 loss to the New England Patriots in the home opener at Hard Rock Stadium. They were flagged for a five-yard false start penalty on center Aaron Brewer, a team captain, and one play later they suffered another five-yard penalty for delay of game.

“Coaches and players that did not execute communication in a very dire period of the game,” coach Mike McDaniel said. “With the game on the line, our communication and our substitution was not up to par.”

The Dolphins, winless at 0-2, are turning into the definition of ineptitude.

They can’t count on doing anything right for an extended period of time, which, for these purposes, we’ll define as a 60-minute NFL game.

“We’ve got to play better,” defensive tackle Zach Seiler said. “We’ve got to be better together as a unit in all three phases.”

That hasn’t happened through two games. 

The Dolphins can’t count on their pass rush that’s led by their talented front seven of Sieler, outside linebackers Bradley Chubb, Jaelan Phillips, Chop Robinson and Matthew Judon and inside linebackers Jordyn Brooks and Tyrel Dodson. They totaled three sacks Sunday but none was a game-changer.

They can’t count on their deep passing game led by quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and wide receivers Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. Tua passed for 315 yards and two touchdowns, but his fourth-quarter interception was a back-breaker. Tyreek had 109 yards receiving but they weren’t difference-making yards. The Dolphins entered the Patriots game with an 11-0 record since 2023 when Tyreek had 100 or more yards receiving. It was a sure thing. It’s not so sure any longer. 

The Dolphins can’t count on their running game (61 yards on 15 carries) to deliver a victory, they can’t count on their special teams (allowed a kickoff return for a touchdown), they can’t count on their coaching, they can’t count on playing error-free football, nothing.

“I felt like tonight we got in the groove,” left tackle Patrick Paul said. “And then it was really like a roller-coaster, an emotional roller-coaster as far as getting the momentum and getting in the groove.”

One play after wide receiver/punt returner Malik Washington scored on a 74-yard punt return that gave the Dolphins a 27-23 fourth-quarter lead and electrified the team and the Hard Rock Stadium crowd, New England kickoff returner Antonio Gibson returned the kickoff 90 yards for a touchdown to give the Patriots a 30-27 lead.

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This is why the crowd booed the Dolphins at times Sunday. The boos weren’t necessarily loud. But they were there.

Fans expected this team, in Year 4 of the McDaniel era, to have something it can do well enough to win a game.

The run defense, No. 9 in the league last year, allowed New England 122 yards and 4.2 yards per carry.

I thought the pass rush would be that thing that led this team to victories this season. But it hasn’t approached being good enough to win games. 

Consider this example: Phillips was close to getting a sack on Patriots quarterback Drake Maye. But close, as is often the case, wasn’t good enough.

Maye was able to complete a short pass to running back Rhamondre Stevenson on the right sideline late in the third quarter. Stevenson, who had a couple of steps on Brooks, did the rest, turning the short completion into a 55-yard gain to the Dolphins’ 21-yard line. Two plays later Maye was able to outrun Judon, turn the corner and glide into the end zone for a 6-yard touchdown run and a 23-20 Patriots lead late in the third quarter.

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The Dolphins needed Phillips to get to Maye. The Dolphins need the pass rush to stabilize the defense, and, by extension, the team, because their pass defense is so porous. 

You want another example? 

Dolphins rookie safety Dante Trader dove at the feet of running back TreyVeon Henderson on a third-and-13 that Henderson turned into a 14-yard gain. They can’t even tackle.

The tackle attempt was so bad you’d have thought it was last year’s Thanksgiving game at Green Bay, the game where Brooks said the cold weather made the defense seem to play soft. 

The Dolphins’ mindset was good as I talked to players in the locker room after Sunday’s disappointing loss. But those good vibes will evaporate quickly if they can’t get a win soon, starting with the Bills in Buffalo on Thursday.

And a loss on Thursday could spell the end for McDaniel, whose record is now 28-25 (.528) excluding playoffs, and 28-27 (.509) including playoffs.

I asked McDaniel how he felt about his job security.

“I think if I worry about my job security, I won’t be doing my job,” he said.

If he can’t find a way to win games, not doing this job will become his reality.

Show Caption1 of 31A banner calling for the firing of head coach Mike McDaniel and general manager Chris Grier flies past Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens before the game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025. (Joe Cavaretta/South Florida Sun Sentinel)Expand

‘The Pitt’ wins drama Emmy Award as the ‘The Studio’ breaks Emmys comedy record

South Florida Local News - Sun, 09/14/2025 - 16:16

By ANDREW DALTON, AP Entertainment Writer

LOS ANGELES (AP) — “The Studio” turned the Emmys into a wrap party, winning best comedy series and breaking a comedy record for victories in a season with 13, as “Adolescence” and “The Pitt” took the night’s other top prizes.

“I’m legitimately embarrassed by how happy this makes me,” series co-creator Seth Rogen said with his signature giggle, surrounded by cast and crew from the Apple TV+ movie-business romp.

All four of the Emmys handed out during Sunday night’s CBS telecast from the Peackock Theater in Los Angeles went to Rogen. Along with the comedy series award, he won best directing with “Studio” co-creator and longtime collaborator Evan Goldberg, and best writing with Goldberg and others.

The first season of “The Studio” brought blockbuster buzz, and the Emmys ate it up from the start, whether because of Hollywood’s love for stories about itself (with A-list guest stars) or the television industry’s love for stories that mock the self-importance of movie people.

“The Pitt” won best drama series while star Noah Wyle won best actor in a drama, getting his first Emmy after five nominations with no victories in the 1990s for “ER.”

Katherine LaNasa also won best supporting actress for the HBO Max medical series that had a Cinderella evening, trumping such heavyweights as “Severance” and “The White Lotus” for the top prize.

Show Caption1 of 29Tramell Tillman accepts the award for outstanding supporting actor in a drama series for “Severance” during the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello) Expand ‘Adolescence’ triumphs

The six wins for Netflix’s acclaimed “Adolescence,” the story of a 13-year-old in Britain accused of a killing, included best actor for co-creator Stephen Graham, and best supporting actor for 15-year-old Owen Cooper, who became the youngest Emmy winner in over 40 years.

Cooper said in his acceptance that he was “nothing three years ago.”

“It’s just so surreal,” Cooper said. “Honestly, when I started these drama classes a couple years back, I didn’t expect to be even in the United States, never mind here. So I think tonight proves that if you, if you listen and you focus and you step out your comfort zone, you can achieve anything in life.”

Best supporting actress went to Erin Doherty, who played a therapist opposite Cooper in a riveting episode that like all four “Adolescence” episodes was filmed in a single shot.

Graham also won for writing.

Cristin Milioti won best actress in a limited series for “The Penguin.” It was the first win of the night for the HBO series from the Batman universe after it won eight at the Creative Arts ceremony.

Britt Lower and Tramell Tillman each won their first Emmy for “Severance,” the Apple TV+ Orwellian workplace satire that is considered the favorite for best drama. Lower won best actress in a drama and Tillman won best supporting actor in a drama.

“My first acting coach was tough, y’all,” Tillman, wearing an all-white tuxedo, said from the stage. “But all great mothers are.”

He looked out to his mother in the audience and told her, “You were there for me where no one else was, and no one else would show up.”

His win had been widely expected but Lower’s was a surprise in a category where Kathy Bates was considered a heavy favorite, for “Matlock.”

Jean Smart won best actress in a comedy for “Hacks” for the fourth time, at 73 extending her own record for the oldest woman ever to win the category.

Every acting winner other than Smart was a first timer.

A night of surprise winners

Smart’s castmate and constant scene partner Hannah Einbinder, who had also been nominated for all four seasons but unlike Smart had never won, took best supporting actress in a comedy.

She said she had become committed to a bit where “it was cooler to lose.”

“But this is cool too!” she shouted, then ended her speech by cursing the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency and saying “Free Palestine!”

Katherine LaNasa won best supporting actress in a drama for the “The Pitt,” a surprise in a category where most expected one of the three nominees from “The White Lotus” to win.

“I am so proud and honored,” LaNasa, looking emotional and shocked, said.

In perhaps the biggest upset in a night full of them, Jeff Hiller won best supporting actor in a comedy for “Somebody Somewhere,” over Ike Barinholtz of “The Studio” and others.

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Stephen Colbert was the first person to take the stage to present the award during the CBS telecast at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles despite the recent controversial cancellation of his show by the network. He was greeted by a rousing and lengthy standing ovation.

“While I have your attention, is anyone hiring?” Colbert said.

In an unusual show order, host Nate Bargatze delivered his opening monologue only after the first award was handed out.

The show opened with a sketch where “Saturday Night Live” stars Mikey Day, Bowen Yang and James Austin Johnson joined Bargatze, who played television inventor Philo T. Farnsworth opining on what the future of TV will be like.

Bargatze-as-Farnsworth mentions that there will be a Black Entertainment Television. When asked if there will be a network for white people, he replied, “Why, CBS of course.”

Dave Hyde: Dolphins play dumb, disorganized at the end in loss to Patriots

South Florida Local News - Sun, 09/14/2025 - 15:41

MIAMI GARDENS — This was a bad loss, anywhere, against any team. It just felt worse Sunday, because the Miami Dolphins looked like a youth team that couldn’t line up and run plays properly with their home opener on the line.

Or they couldn’t run the plays without a dumb penalty.

Or, when all that fundamental stuff actually worked, the quarterback they put in the $50 million club threw an interception to end one chance and was sacked when he couldn’t move out of harm’s way for the final chance.

“Anyone knows football and anyone who doesn’t know football knows that was not right, what we were doing,” quarterback Tua Tagovailoa said after losing to the New England Patriots, 33-27.

This is a loss as bad as the one the Dolphins had to open the season last week, when they were run off the field in Indianapolis. They just lost another way Sunday, a dumber way, a way that looked like coach Mike McDaniel doesn’t have the offense fully installed four years in.

Forget all the drama that made it a fun game to watch: The four lead changes, the back-to-back kick returns for touchdowns in the fourth quarter, the manner this game was fitting into this weird series with New England that involves those Miracle in Miami laterals and Doug Flutie drop-kicking an extra point.

The Dolphins are 0-2, and this regime teetering, because of the final few, revealing minutes where everything went kaput on offense. Two delay-of-game penalties. Two other pre-snap penalties. The quarterback not taking the offered opportunity.

“Basically, coaches and player did not execute communication in a very dire part of the game with the game on the line,” McDaniel said of the penalties. “Our communication and substitution was not up to par and that is ultimately my — you know, I hold all responsibility for all things.”

The trouble started on first-and-10 at their 47-yard line with 3:18 left and — tweet! — there’s a delay-of-game penalty. Not the end of the world, but a repeating issue after having to call time-out in Indianapolis as time ran out on a two-point conversion.

After an incompletion, running back Ollie Gordon was penalized for a false start. It was second-and-20 now. You see how dumb was piled on top of dumb?

Tua then threw 13 yards to Tyreek Hill, showing that combination was working Sunday. The passing offense, really, was back in good form against a suspect Patriots secondary.

The Dolphins averaged 6.9 yards a play compared to 5.1 last year. They averaged 6.5 yards a play when they led the league in offense in 2023.

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But on fourth-and-7 with the season asking him to be a hero for the first time Tua threw a pass over the middle directly to Patriots linebacker Marte Matu. He returned the interception 20 yards to the Dolphins 38 with 2:12 left.

Over? Hardly. The Dolphins defense made a rare stand after being scored on the first three Patriots possessions Sunday. That meant opposing offenses scored 10 consecutive possessions to start the season.

But they held New England to a field goal, and Tua’s offense had another chance. Or maybe it’s McDaniel’s offense. It’s not clear who wants to take full ownership right now.

It took three plays to go from their 40 to the Patriots 26-yard line. Again, this offense was moving the ball. Scoring was the problem.

On first-and-10, center Aaron Brewer didn’t snap the ball as everyone else moved. Another penalty.

On first-and-15, they got another delay of game penalty. If I’m repeating myself, it’s only because they kept doing so.

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The Dolphins had three delay-of-game penalties all last season, and had two in the final 3:18 on Sunday?

This was at home, too, so it’s not like some opposing crowd was causing communication problems.

“I’m gonna have a conversation with Mike, I’m gonna have a conversation with (assistant coach) Darrell Bevell, with our offensive guys, and talk about it,” Tagovailoa said. “Because what we put out there, that was unsettling.”

He could have a heart-to-heart with himself, too. He’s being paid to be a star quarterback, and he couldn’t keep the offense going.

On third down, he was run out of bounds. On fourth, he stayed in the pocket and was sacked. A week ago, former Dolphin and current Indianapolis cornerback Xavien Howard said when Tua can’t hit his first read and has to hold the ball he’s in “panic mode.”

He didn’t create a play Sunday when the drawn-up play fell apart. On the other side, Drake Maye ran for 31 yards, including 13 for a first down, a tush-push for another first down and a 6-yard touchdown. Daniel Jones ran for 2 touchdowns for Indy the week before.

No one wants to see Tua run with his concussion history. But create a play, make a play — be a hero when the end beckoned? That’s why he’s in the $50 million club, isn’t it?

The second loss looked better for the Dolphins because it was close. But it was just as bad as the opener, because it was a disaster or disorganization at the finish and the quarterback everyone needs to win games in this league not winning this one.

Now they play Thursday in Buffalo, where they haven’t won since 2016. It’s not the place you want everything to be on the line. But that’s where this season looks to be after two bad losses.

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Dolphins Deep Dive: ‘Things are very shaky’ as Miami falls to 0-2 | VIDEO

South Florida Local News - Sun, 09/14/2025 - 14:50

In this Dolphins Deep Dive video, the South Florida Sun Sentinel’s Chris Perkins and David Furones discuss Miami’s gut punch of a loss to the New England Patriots in its homer opener as the Dolphins remain winless on the season.

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Photos: 2025 Emmy Awards red carpet standout fashion moments

South Florida Local News - Sun, 09/14/2025 - 14:28

Stars are walking the red carpet at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards. Comedian Nate Bargatze will host television’s biggest awards Sunday night from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.

Splashes of red, blue and green punctuated a carpet heavy on black. Then there was Justine Lupe. She nabbed a low-cut, silvery sparkler off a Carolina Herrera runway for a classic awards show look.

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“It’s so fun. I’m so glad they let me wear it,” Lupe told E!

Molly Gordon from “The Bear” did what few dare: She wore horizontal stripes, and the gown was a stunner. Her strapless look alternated wide black stripes with white ones, a Giorgio Armani from his fall-winter 1996 collection. The legendary designer died Sept. 4 at 91.

In another ode to the late Armani, Leslie Bibb of “The White Lotus” did justice to a black velvet look from a recent collection of the late designer. The statuesque Bibb wore it well. The body-hugger was backless with silver detailing below a chest featuring boxy pieces covering what needs covering.

“RuPaul’s Drag Race” was nominated in the reality competition program, and Season 17’s stars dressed to impress with eye-catching attire ranging from the Labubu-inspired to Michael Jackson and Miss Piggy.

Megan Stalter of “Hacks” showed off a black handbag with a message: “Cease fire.” She was dressed in loose jeans and a white T-shirt as she made sure photographers didn’t miss the bag.

Javier Bardem wore a keffiyeh in the colors of the Palestinian flag — red, green, black and white — to show solidarity with people in Gaza.

Nominee Walton Goggins stole a couple of smooches from wife Nadia Conners as arrivals got under way. Both wore white. Goggins went that extra mile on the unbuttoning for a bare chest moment.

Even Apple CEO Tim Cook walked the red carpet, saying he was there to support the night’s two top nominees, “Severance” and “The Studio,” both of which are created by Apple TV+. Cook said it’s remarkable the fanbase and theories that have developed around “Severance,” a sci-fi workplace drama. Asked if Apple is influenced by the show, Cook said: “It influences culture, so obviously it influences Apple as well.”

Here are photos of the fashion on the 2025 Emmy Awards red carpet:

Jennie Garth attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) Colman Domingo attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

Jean Smart attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) (L-R) Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) (L-R) Scarlett Johansson and Colin Jost attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

Gina Torres attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) Michael Urie attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) (L-R) Brittany Snow and Malin Akerman attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

Kristen Bell attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) Uzo Aduba attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) James Marsden attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

US actor Adam Brody arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images) Angela Bassett attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) Catherine Zeta-Jones attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

Michelle Williams attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) US actress Sydney Sweeney arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images) Elizabeth Banks attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

Christopher Meloni attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) Leslie Bibb attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 14: (L-R) Vincent Hughes and Sheryl Lee Ralph attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

Keri Russell attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) Spanish actor Javier Bardem arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images) (L-R) Shahidah Omar and J. B. Smoove attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

Brian Tyree Henry attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) Mariska Hargitay attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) (L-R) Lauren Graham and Alexis Bledel attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

Jessica Williams attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) (L-R) Harrison Ford and Calista Flockhart attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) Leighton Meester attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Jude Law attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) Halsey attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) Jesse Williams attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

(L-R) Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) US singer Lainey Wilson arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images) New Zealand director and actor Taika Waititi and his wife British singer songwriter Rita Ora arrive for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images)

(L-R) Martin Short and Steve Martin attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) Chilean-US actor Pedro Pascal arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images) Jenna Ortega attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

US actress Sarah Paulson arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images) (L-R) Rex Linn and Reba McEntire attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) Naomi Scott and Adam Scott attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

Quinta Brunson attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) Cate Blanchett arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images) Catherine O'Hara attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Savion Washington/Getty Images)

Parker Posey arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images) Anna Sawai attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) (L-R) Jake Gyllenhaal and Jeanne Cadieu attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

US comedian Stephen Colbert (L) and wife Evelyn McGee-Colbert arrive for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images) Kaitlyn Dever attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Savion Washington/Getty Images) Ben Stiller attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

(L-R) Kimberly Schlapman and Karen Fairchild attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) US actor Harvey Guillen arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images) Natasha Rothwell attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

Lisa attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) Aimee Lou Wood attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) US actress Jenny Slate arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images)

Joella arrives at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP) Tim Cook attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) Chloe Sevigny attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Savion Washington/Getty Images)

Janelle James attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) (L-R) Jimmy Kimmel and Molly McNearney attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) Hannah Einbinder attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Tyler James Williams attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) Michelle Monaghan attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) British actor and director Alan Cumming arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images)

(L-R) Kathy Bates and Skye P. Marshall attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) Abby Elliott attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Savion Washington/Getty Images) Jennifer Coolidge attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Corey Hendrix arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images) US actress Lukita Maxwell arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by FREDERIC J. BROWN/AFP via Getty Images) Britt Lower attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Ruth Negga attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) Markell Washington attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) Chris Perfetti attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

US actress Molly Gordon arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images) Acacia Forgot attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) US actor Jason Segel (R) and Kayla Radomski arrive for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images)

Megan Stalter attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) (L-R) Brett Goldstein and Jessica Radloff attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) (L-R) Walton Goggins and Nadia Conners attend the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

US actress Sarah Bock arrives for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at LA Live in Los Angeles on September 14, 2025. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images) Dichen Lachman attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images) Justine Lupe attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on September 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

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Things we learned in Miami Dolphins’ 33-27 loss to the New England Patriots

South Florida Local News - Sun, 09/14/2025 - 13:52

MIAMI GARDENS — The Miami Dolphins entered Sunday’s home opener against New England badly needing a victory. They didn’t get it, losing, 33-27, to fall to 0-2 heading into Thursday’s game at Buffalo.

Fans were angry during the past week, angry enough to finance an airplane that towed a banner an anti-general manager and anti-coach banner requesting the firing of general manager Chris Grier and coach Mike McDaniel.

Fans also booed the Dolphins lightly early in the game. All was forgiven by the third quarter when the Dolphins took a 17-15 lead that they turned into a 20-15 advantage. But that happiness didn’t last long, and perhaps the same could be said for McDaniel’s future with the Dolphins. We’ll see.

This week will be ugly; here are some of the top takeaways from Sunday’s game:

Dolphins should brace for all-time high in ugliness

Fans will be especially angry this week and will likely call for firings of Grier and McDaniel. Again. The only break for the Dolphins is it’s a short week. But if they lose Thursday at the Bills they get a long week of ugliness before hosting the New York Jets on Sept. 29 on Monday Night Football.

Owner Steve Ross will have a big decision to make this month as to whether he retains McDaniels and inserts an interim coach from the staff. McDaniel is now 28-25 (.528) not including his 0-2 playoff record. The Dolphins are 10-13 (.435), including playoffs, since that 2023 late-season loss to Tennessee. — Chris Perkins

Defense gives up points on 13 consecutive possessions

The Dolphins’ defense gave up points on 13 consecutive possessions, dating back to last season, by halftime. Included in that streak was seven touchdowns and six field goals. New England, which scored on its first three possessions Sunday, had a kneel-down to end the first half, which mercifully ended the streak. 

The Jets scored on their final three possessions of last year’s finale, a 32-20 Dolphins loss, and Indianapolis scored on all seven of its possessions last week, a 33-8 Dolphins loss, and the Patriots scored on their first three possessions of the first half. The Dolphins, with Sunday’s loss, lost all three games involved in that streak.

Hill returns a punt, Washington does it better, and then tragedy strikes

Wide receiver Malik Washington’s 74-yard punt return touchdown in the fourth quarter was a huge play in the game. Washington, one of the toughest players on the team, caught the punt on the right side, broke out of a pack of would-be tackles, hit the left sideline and outran punter Bryce Baringer with linebacker Willie Gay and running back Ollie Gordon II escorting him into the end zone. The Dolphins took a 27-23 lead on the touchdown.

The problem was Patriots kickoff returner Antonio Gibson took the ensuing kickoff 90 yards for a touchdown to give the Patriots a 30-27 lead.

Wide receiver Tyreek Hill, who the Dolphins were reluctant to use on punt returns the previous three years under ex-special teams coordinator Danny Crossman, had a punt return in the third quarter against New England. It went for 19 yards. Hill’s first chance at the punt return went for five yards but it was negated by a holding call against New England.

Entering the game Hill, arguably the Dolphins’ most dangerous player with the ball in his hands, had five punt returns for 27 yards in his previous three seasons with the Dolphins — two returns for minus-4 yards in 2022, and three punt returns for 31 yards in 2024.

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Wide receiver Tyreek Hill ended with nine receptions for 109 yards, marking the first time since 2023 the Dolphins lost when he had at least 100 yards receiving. The Dolphins were previously 11-0.

Tua shakes off shaky start but ends just as shaky

Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa threw an interception on his first pass of the day but fortunately for the Dolphins the play was negated by offsetting penalties — holding by the Dolphins and offside on the Patriots. Unfortunately Tagovailoa threw his only interception in the fourth quarter. It came on fourth-and-9 with 2:12 remaining and the Dolphins trailing, 30-27. 

Tagovailoa ended 26 of 32 for 315 yards, two touchdowns, one interception and a 115.5 passer rating. In the first half the Dolphins got their passing offense going when Tagovailoa hit wide receiver Jaylen Waddle and then running back De’Von Achane for 18- and 29-yard touchdown passes, respectively. Tagovailoa’s inability to run might have been costly late as he wasn’t a threat when the pocket broke down. 

Davis is first as fifth DB

Safety Ashtyn Davis was the fifth defensive back the first time the Dolphins went to the nickel defense along with cornerbacks Rasul Douglas and Jack Jones and safeties Minkah Fitzpatrick and Iffy Melinfonwu. Rookie slot/nickel CB Jason Marshall Jr. came in on the next five-defensive backs play replacing Davis and playing alongside the starting four. 

Gordon gets involved early and late

Rookie running back Ollie Gordon II got in the game late in the first quarter and had a nice lead block on an 18-yard run by Washington. He then had a rugged eight-yard run up the middle. The Dolphins scored one play later on the touchdown pass from Tagovailoa to Waddle.

Gordon, the physical presence in the backfield, didn’t do much after that until the fourth quarter when he had a five-yard reception on second 12. Gordon ended with one rush for eight yards and one reception for five yards.

Trader replaces Melinfonwu in second quarter

Rookie safety Dante Trader replaced veteran safety Iffy Melinfonwu in the second quarter. Melinfonwu was the closest defender on the Patriots’ first touchdown, an eight-yard pass to wide receiver Mack Hollins. Melinfonwu blew a touchdown coverage last week on a touchdown by Indianapolis wide receiver Michael Pittman. Melinfonwu was announced to have a calf injury with 1:04 left in the game. 

Pass rush begins to surface

The Dolphins’ front seven, which some consider the strength of the team, started to come to life as it recorded three sacks Sunday, one by outside linebacker Bradley Chubb, one by inside linebacker Jordyn Brooks and another by outside linebacker Chop Robinson.

The Dolphins had one sack last week against Indianapolis, and it belonged to Chubb.

A perfect example of why the pass rush is so important came in the third quarter when outside linebacker Jaelan Phillips just missed quarterback Drake Maye before he uncorked a pass that resulted in a 55-yard catch-and-run completion to running back Rhamondre Stevenson with linebacker Jordyn Brooks trailing on coverage. On the following play Maye outran outside linebacker Matthew Judon, turned the corner and scored on a 6-yard touchdown run.

Perhaps Dolphins didn’t suffer any major injuries

The Dolphins lost four starters to injury last week against Indianapolis but it appeared they didn’t lose any against New England. In fact, they didn’t have anyone enter the blue injury tent on the sideline, where players get examined on the sideline, until outside linebacker Chop Robinson had a knee injury evaluated with 7:55 left in the game and Melinfonwu was announced with a calf injury late in the game. But we’ll have to wait and see to be sure.

Last week the Dolphins lost right guard James Daniels (pectoral), right tackle Austin Jackson (toe), defensive tackle Benito Jones (oblique) and cornerback Storm Duck (ankle).

Offensive line struggles

The Dolphins’ makeshift offensive line — right guard Kion Smith and right tackle Larry Borom were replacement starters — allowed five sacks Sunday. The crowning blow came late as the right side of the offensive line allowed a sack on the Dolphins’ final offensive play of the game. Starting center Aaron Brewer, left guard Jonah Savaiinaea and left tackle Patrick Paul all had their bad moments although Paul might grade out best for the second consecutive week.

Many regarded this year’s offensive line depth as the worst in the McDaniel era. The Dolphins ended with 61 yards rushing on 15 carries as they trailed for most of the game.

Heat and humidity don’t help

Dolphins linebacker Jordyn Brooks denied the notion the heat and humidity could help the Dolphins win and he was right. The “feels-like” temperature hit 88 degrees but New England didn’t seem affected. Brooks said during the past week it’d take a good mindset by the Dolphins to win, not hot weather.

This was the Dolphins’ only September home game with a 1 p.m. kickoff. They host the New York Jets on Sept. 29 but it’s on Monday Night Football, when hot, humid weather won’t likely be a factor.

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Miami ALMOST made arch-nemesis Harold Landry disappear

For the first 57 minutes Sunday, new Patriot Harold Landry only had his name called for an offsides flag as Tua Tagovailoa and the offense settled in. However, the former Tennessee Titan, who owned the Dolphins in his three games against the aqua and orange, piling up five sacks, got that sixth sack in a huge spot late. Landry has been the biggest single aspect of Mike Vrabel’s success against Mike McDaniel. — Steve Svekis

Tua home mastery in the September cauldron dropped off only slightly

Entering Sunday, in his five 1 p.m. starts in September at Hard Rock Stadium, Tagovailoa had gone 82-118 for 1,116 yards with 7 TD passes and 0 picks, for an incredible 119.2 passer rating. His first interception in such games ticked his passer rating for the game to 115.5. He had a first-half pick negated by a Patriot lining up offside, but had a solid final 45 minutes.

What has an 0-2 start meant to the Dolphins in the past?

Sunday marked the 14th time in team history the Dolphins have started a season 0-2. In his 27 seasons coaching the team, Don Shula got off to a 0-2 start only once (1988). In the past 22 seasons, the Dolphins have been winless going in to Game 3 10 times. In three of the previous 13 instances, Miami rallied for double-digit wins, including the 2008 season where, in Game 3, the Tony Sparano-led squad beat the Patriots in The Ronny Brown Game in Foxborough, Massachusetts to end the most ignominious 21-game run in franchise history, where they went 1-21 from the end of 2006 through that magical 38-13 beatdown of Bill Belichick. Sparano and Co. finished that year 11-3 to win the AFC East. Meanwhile, the Patriots have had one 0-2 start in the past 24 years (2023).

Here are the past 13 0-2 starts (and the final regular-season record):

2020 (10-6);

2019 (5-11);

2016 (10-6);

2011 (6-10);

2009 (7-9);

2008 (11-5);

2007 (1-15);

2006 (6-10);

2004 (4-12);

1988 (6-10);

1969 (3-10-1);

1968 (5-8-1);

1966 (3-11).

De’Von Achane’s ability to hit the end zone has gotten elite

The blown receiving TD late, with shades of the gift the Dolphins got from Antonio Brown and the Steelers in icy Pittsburgh in 2013, just hurts to the core. That said, Achane’s touchdown reception marked his seventh receiving score in his past 13 games, and he has 11 in 30 career games. By comparison, Christian McCaffrey had 11 in his first 28 games. So, he is in rare air. But 12 TDs, would have been amazing.

The first-quarter scoring drought is reaching epic proportions

Having been shut out so far in the opening 15 minutes against the Colts and Patriots, the Dolphins’ offense now has 18 points in the first quarter of its past nine games.

When Tua Tagovailoa plays the Patriots, his non-offensive teammates show up

Malik Washington’s go-ahead punt return touchdown became the fourth non-offensive touchdown scored by the Dolphins in Tagovailoa’s 7-1 run against the Pats. In the 2021 season finale, the Dolphins got a 37-yard Xavien Howard pick-six and then a final-play fumble recovery by Samuel Eguavoen in the end zone. Then, in the 2022 season opener, Melvin Ingram got a 2-yard fumble return after a sack.

Again, the mobile quarterback torched the Dolphins

Miami fell to 8-27 against mobile QBs as Drake Maye scored a huge touchdown for the Patriots. In those 35 games, those QBs have piled up an incredible 113.5 passer rating and run for 1,331 yards and tallied 13 rushing scores. The opposing teams have averaged 29 points a game on offense and almost 400 yards per game.

On deck: At Buffalo Bills, Highmark Stadium, Thursday, 8:15 p.m.

The Dolphins will be playing their final regular-season game at Highmark Stadium. Through 1986, the Dolphins had a 16-5 record in upstate New York, but it has been a gruesome 9-28 since. … In the Josh Allen era, the Bills have averaged 37.4 points a game at home against the Dolphins, going 8-0.

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Today in History: September 14, Monaco princess dies of car crash injuries

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Today is Sunday, Sept. 14, the 257th day of 2025. There are 108 days left in the year.

Today in history:

On Sept. 14, 1982, Princess Grace of Monaco, formerly film star Grace Kelly, died at age 52 of injuries from a car crash the day before.

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In 1847, during the Mexican-American War, U.S. forces under Gen. Winfield Scott took control of Mexico City.

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In 1861, the first naval engagement since the start of the Civil War took place as the USS Colorado attacked and sank the Confederate private schooner Judah off the coast of Pensacola, Florida.

In 1901, President William McKinley died in Buffalo, New York, of gunshot wounds inflicted by an assassin eight days prior; Vice President Theodore Roosevelt succeeded him, becoming the youngest-ever U.S. president at age 42.

In 1927, modern dance pioneer Isadora Duncan died in Nice, France, when her scarf became entangled in a wheel of the sports car in which she was riding.

In 1991, the government of South Africa, the African National Congress and the Inkatha (in-KAH’-tah) Freedom Party signed a national peace pact.

In 1994, on the 34th day of a strike by players, Acting Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig announced the 1994 season was over.

In 2001, Americans packed churches and public squares on a day of remembrance for the victims of the Sept. 11 attacks. President George W. Bush prayed with his Cabinet and attended services at Washington National Cathedral, then flew to New York, where he waded into the ruins of the World Trade Center and addressed rescue workers in a show of resolve.

In 2012, fury over an anti-Muslim film ridiculing the Prophet Muhammad sparked violent clashes across the Muslim world.

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