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1. Trump
The FBI is examining a apparent attack attempt on former President Donald Trump at his Florida golf club on Sunday. Trump is secure and unharmed in the event, according to his campaign. It happens just two months after Trump survived an attack attempt at a rally in Pennsylvania. Law enforcement sources on Sunday identified the individual taken into custody as a 58-year-old owner of a little construction company in Hawaii who frequently criticized Trump on social media. The man was apprehended shortly after the Secret Service spotted a rifle barrel protruding through the fence of the golf course and agents fired at a man who was in the bushes along the perimeter. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris issued statements condemning political violence, adding that they will guarantee that the Secret Service has all the resources necessary to protect the former president.
2. Emmy Awards
The Primetime Emmy Awards, which honor the best in American television, were given out Sunday in Los Angeles. It was a wonderful evening for the historical epic “Shōgun,” which became the first ever non-English language series to win best drama, alongside victories for lead actor, actress and directing. The comedy category saw big wins for the FX hit “The Bear,” including for star Jeremy Allen White. But it was “Hacks” — a women-led series about an aging stand-up and a young comedy writer — that took the outstanding comedy series prize. The Netflix show “Baby Reindeer” won the Emmy for outstanding limited series, anthology or TV movie. The show’s creator Richard Gadd won writing and acting Emmys, and supporting actress Jessica Gunning also took home a statuette for her performance. Here’s a list of all the winners.
3. Severe weather
Some of the heaviest rain in decades hit parts of central and eastern Europe over the weekend, causing flooding and widespread disruptions. A low pressure system dubbed Storm Boris dumped months’ worth of rain onto several of Europe’s historic capitals, including Vienna, Bratislava and Prague. Red alerts, the highest-level warning, are still in effect for portions of Poland, Germany, the Czech Republic, Austria and Slovakia. At least eight people have died, authorities said. Meanwhile, Shanghai was brought to a standstill today by what China says is the city’s strongest storm in seven decades. Typhoon Bebinca made landfall in a suburb southeast of the metropolis with wind speeds of 80 mph, the equivalent of a Category 1 Atlantic hurricane.
4. Middle East
The Israeli military says that three Israeli hostages whose bodies were recovered from Gaza in December were “most likely” killed as a result of an Israeli airstrike. Recovering the hostages captured by Hamas on October 7 is one of the main goals of Israel’s campaign in Gaza as pressure builds to end the humanitarian crisis in the region. US officials are trying to get both sides to agree to a deal first laid out by President Biden in May. The three-phase proposal pairs the release of hostages with a “full and complete ceasefire.” Since then talks have stalled and both sides have pointed to what they see as glaring holes in the framework, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insisting that Israel’s forces will never leave the stretch along the Egypt-Gaza border known as the Philadelphi Corridor.
5. SpaceX
SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn all-civilian crew returned to Earth Sunday after a five-day mission to orbit that included the world’s first commercial spacewalk. The Crew Dragon capsule splashed down off the coast of Florida at 3:37 a.m. ET, concluding the high-risk event. The Polaris Dawn mission made history as it reached a higher altitude than any human has traveled in five decades. A spacewalk conducted on Thursday also marked the first time such an endeavor has been completed by a privately funded and operated mission. The crew’s apogee — or farthest point from Earth — made two crew members the first women ever to fly so far from our planet.
BREAKFAST BROWSE
Mid-Autumn Festival: Mooncakes, lanterns and so much moreThe Mid-Autumn Festival, or the Moon Festival, falls on September 17. Here are tips on how to join the massive full moon party.
Penguin wins New Zealand’s bird of the yearA shy penguin won New Zealand’s fiercely fought avian election today.
A’ja Wilson and rookie Caitlin Clark smash WNBA recordsLas Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson and Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark both broke WNBA records Sunday, with Wilson becoming the first player to score 1,000 points in a single season and Clark breaking the rookie scoring record.
Making arts and crafts improves your mental healthSearching for a new hobby? Scientists say engaging in arts and crafts improves your mental health as much as having a job.
Scenic fall drives where you can get your foliage fix this yearFrom New England to the West, here are six scenic roadways where you can enjoy autumn leaves and more.
IN MEMORIAM
Tito Jackson, one of the siblings in the renowned group the Jackson 5, passed away, as announced by his kids on Sunday. He was 70 years old. This family act consisted of brothers Jackie, Tito, Jermaine, Marlon, and world-famous Michael Jackson. The Jackson 5 was enshrined in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1997 and achieved numerous No. 1 hits in the 1970s, such as “ABC,” “I Want You Back,” and “I’ll Be There.”
TODAY’S PRICE TAG
Approximately $2 million is the amount Home Depot will pay to settle a civil lawsuit stemming from allegations of overcharging customers. According to the lawsuit filed in San Diego Superior Court, customers were often overcharged at checkout than what was shown on the shelf tags or the item itself.
TODAY’S BRAGGART
“I’m the best boxer in the world.”
— Mexican boxer Saúl ‘Canelo’ Álvarez was proud to declare this victory following his win against Edgar Berlanda last Saturday. He successfully defended his unified super middleweight world title, clinching a unanimous decision after a showdown at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Coincidentally, the event took place during Mexican Independence Day weekend, adding extra significance for Álvarez.
TODAY’S CLIMATE
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AND FINALLY ...
A funny CNN snafu Former Missouri Secretary of State Jason Kander accidentally activated fireworks graphics while appearing on CNN News Central. Watch the video here.
- The former president, Donald Trump, expressed his gratitude to the Secret Service for their quick response and protection during the incident at his golf club, stating that "US citizens should feel safe and secure."
- Speaking at the Emmy Awards ceremony, the winner of the outstanding comedy series prize, "Hacks", dedicated their award to all US women who have faced challenges in their careers, emphasizing the importance of representation and equality in the entertainment industry.
