<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><feed xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><title>Most recent stories - Newsday</title><link rel="self" href="https://www.newsday.com/api/rss/recent?page=1"/><link rel="next" href="https://www.newsday.com/api/rss/recent?page=2"/><updated>2026-09-20T05:08:00.572-04:00</updated><id>https://www.newsday.com/api/rss/recent</id><entry><title>Yankees lose to Diamondbacks on Pavin Smith's walk-off homer in ninth</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/yankees-diamondbacks-score-vjrpu0fm"/><id>urn:uuid:4f47323b-e945-440b-b2d7-4740c8bee743</id><updated>2026-09-20T00:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Twenty-five years after the Diamondbacks beat the Yankees in Game 7 of the World Series on a walk-off hit, Arizona did it again . . . on a night when that World Series victory was celebrated.</summary></entry><entry><title>St. Louis City ups unbeaten streak to club-record 16 with 3-1 victory over Toronto</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/toronto-fc-st-louis-city-score-mls-s37980"/><id>urn:uuid:377ba16c-c643-4e4b-a7a4-3824062e82ae</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:59:11.417-04:00</updated><summary>Carlo Holse, Tomas Totland and Simon Becher all scored to propel St. Louis City to a 3-1 victory over Toronto FC, extending a club-record unbeaten streak to 16.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pennington, Stone lead Northern Arizona over Utah Tech 35-23</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/northern-arizona-utah-tech-score-d07175"/><id>urn:uuid:0db2b8c9-6e63-4ed1-b2b9-f65f6e7b0a50</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:50:19.109-04:00</updated><summary>Northern Arizona beats Utah Tech 35-23 on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nationals score 4 runs in 11th in an 8-5 victory over the Cardinals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/nationals-cardinals-score-p23604"/><id>urn:uuid:2b32719a-f6d8-45bb-ba60-3464b35e0c63</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:44:17.747-04:00</updated><summary>Washington successfully challenged for catcher's interference with the bases loaded in a four-run 11th inning in the Nationals' 8-5 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>LJ Martin erupts for 176 yards, 3 TDs as No. 11 BYU storms past Colorado State 41-23</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/byu-colorado-state-football-score-e11405"/><id>urn:uuid:71ad7e4d-3e3a-4d85-a756-dc8bfc5ad1aa</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:38:58.382-04:00</updated><summary>LJ Martin rushed for 176 yards and three touchdowns, including a 56-yard scamper on the second play of the game, and No. 11 BYU beat Colorado State 41-23 to move to 3-0 for a fourth straight season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trinidad Chambliss leads No. 8 Mississippi past No. 7 LSU 32-24 in Lane Kiffin's return to Ole Miss</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/lsu-ole-miss-score-m85620"/><id>urn:uuid:9356c2c4-0c14-4428-9114-dc6964ec4048</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:37:07.971-04:00</updated><summary>Lane Kiffin's new team at LSU couldn't deny Trinidad Chambliss — the quarterback Kiffin helped transform into a star after recruiting him from a Division II program to Mississippi last year.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lunch Winfield's 2 TDs help Louisiana-Lafayette down UAB 21-14</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/uab-louisianalafayette-score-r58465"/><id>urn:uuid:6db78b33-bbd9-44a8-8647-888086618d2c</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:27:48.531-04:00</updated><summary>Lunch Winfield rushed for 91 yards and two touchdowns as Louisiana-Lafayette built a 14-point halftime lead and held off UAB 21-14 on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jaden Craig throws 3 TD passes as sluggish TCU pulls away from Arkansas State 31-7</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/tcu-arkansas-state-score-y15504"/><id>urn:uuid:ffdbd8eb-72cd-4b8f-9eed-52b8c0672e97</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:27:15.094-04:00</updated><summary>Jaden Craig threw for 337 yards and three touchdowns, and TCU overcame a sluggish showing for a 31-7 victory over Arkansas State.</summary></entry><entry><title>Austin's Brad Stuver duels Dallas' Daniel De Sousa Britto to 0-0 draw</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/fc-dallas-austin-fc-score-mls-j81707"/><id>urn:uuid:59c2d7e1-5d04-4fed-8514-956ff99e5e6b</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:26:30.383-04:00</updated><summary>Austin FC's Brad Stuver had four saves in a scoreless duel with FC Dallas' Daniel De Sousa Britto.</summary></entry><entry><title>Williams' 3 passing TDs and Jones' kickoff-return TD send Tulsa over East Texas A&amp;M 42-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/east-texas-am-tulsa-football-score-f90780"/><id>urn:uuid:dba358b9-1f5f-48b8-8e6e-160d145fa0ad</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:25:45.537-04:00</updated><summary>Dexter Williams II threw for 164 yards and three touchdowns, Trequan Jones had a 98-yard kickoff return touchdown, and Tulsa rolled past East Texas A&amp;M 42-0 on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Grunkemeyer's sharp start helps Virginia Tech beat Maryland 35-26, snapping Terps' nonconference run</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/virginia-tech-maryland-score-e28722"/><id>urn:uuid:3ab42a7a-7f3e-49be-98cc-76e2ecb0aba1</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:25:16.651-04:00</updated><summary>Ethan Grunkemeyer threw for 314 yards and three touchdowns, and Virginia Tech held off Maryland 35-26, snapping the Terrapins' 20-game nonconference winning streak.</summary></entry><entry><title>Manning throws 2 early TD passes to Coleman to help No. 1 Texas beat UTSA 30-6</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/texas-utsa-score-r77520"/><id>urn:uuid:68401f3b-f55b-4e02-885d-509b7db2d288</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:24:05.006-04:00</updated><summary>Arch Manning threw two early touchdown passes to Cam Coleman on a night he mostly struggled, and No. 1 Texas beat UTSA 30-6 in the Longhorns' last game before starting their Southeastern Conference schedule.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brandon throws for a TD, runs for another to lead No. 15 Tennessee over Kennesaw State 42-9</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/tennessee-kennesaw-state-score-s87807"/><id>urn:uuid:3b2a8b44-8495-49f2-af86-879e3b658e04</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:21:51.358-04:00</updated><summary>Faizon Brandon threw for 178 yards and a touchdown, leading No. 15 Tennessee to a 42-9 win over Kennesaw State.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kalieb Osborne leads UConn over Southern Miss 48-20</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/uconn-southern-miss-score-w52771"/><id>urn:uuid:4a5d39ad-5cd2-44bf-ba44-a446caadd3a4</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:16:16.608-04:00</updated><summary>Kalieb Osborne leads Connecticut to a 48-20 victory over Southern Miss with two touchdown passes and two rushing scores.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kevin Denkey has PK goal in stoppage time for Cincinnati in 2-2 tie with Dynamo</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/cincinnati-dynamo-score-y99594"/><id>urn:uuid:809b4a01-e111-496d-a1d5-0b4ff2df3cde</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:13:26.010-04:00</updated><summary>Kevin Denkey scored a goal in the seventh minute of stoppage time for FC Cincinnati in a 2-2 tie with the Houston Dynamo.</summary></entry><entry><title>Aidan Chiles throws to Joseph Himon II for 3 TDs, runs in 2, Northwestern routs Colorado 41-7</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/colorado-northwestern-score-u11093"/><id>urn:uuid:22fd8d4b-e595-4b5b-a932-aff5f3577b87</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:13:20.724-04:00</updated><summary>Aidan Chiles passed to Joseph Himon II for three touchdowns and ran in two himself to lead Northwestern to a 41-7 rout of Colorado.</summary></entry><entry><title>Joey Logano wins NASCAR race at Bristol as Carson Hocevar, Ryan Blaney fight afterward</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/nascar-bristol-logano-hocevar-blaney-fight-l08502"/><id>urn:uuid:d0e68d2c-fa80-45d0-a9cf-730da01a4608</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:12:01.911-04:00</updated><summary>Joey Logano led the final seven laps Saturday night at Bristol Motor Speedway after seizing the lead from Carson Hocevar, who overshadowed the winner despite finishing third.</summary></entry><entry><title>No. 3 Notre Dame takes command in second half to beat Michigan State 27-10</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/michigan-state-notre-dame-score-q77671"/><id>urn:uuid:8439b785-6d1d-4bcf-941d-73f4b0af42ed</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:11:49.882-04:00</updated><summary>CJ Carr threw for 234 yards and ran for a touchdown, Nolan James Jr. rushed for 121 yards and a score, and No. 3 Notre Dame took control in the second half to beat Michigan State 27-10.</summary></entry><entry><title>Charles scores 16 as Valkyries conclude regular-season home schedule with 70-57 win over Seattle</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/storm-valkyries-score-f84121"/><id>urn:uuid:addb7f64-1dac-4fbd-a3b2-e5cac5a76c24</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:08:08.245-04:00</updated><summary>Kaila Charles had 16 points, matched her career high with 12 rebounds and made four steals, Tiffany Hayes scored 10 points a night before her 37th birthday, and the Golden State Valkyries concluded their regular-season home schedule by beating the Seattle Storm 70-57.</summary></entry><entry><title>West Virginia beats No. 25 Virginia 38-27 in the Duke's Mayo Classic</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/west-virginia-virginia-score-h68158"/><id>urn:uuid:f1ac7296-b81e-4571-a2d0-9d71acffb4a5</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:07:29.980-04:00</updated><summary>Michael Hawkins accounted for 313 yards of total offense and five touchdowns and West Virginia beat No. 25 Virginia 38-27 on Saturday night in the Duke's Mayo Classic at the Carolina Panthers' Bank of America Stadium.</summary></entry><entry><title>Union rally from 3 goals down to beat Sporting KC 4-3 as unbeaten streak reaches 11</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/philadelphia-union-sporting-kansas-city-score-mls-v27560"/><id>urn:uuid:5a92caa8-aa70-4e18-9657-3f3af83e2ee6</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:07:03.776-04:00</updated><summary>Bruno Damiani, teenager Cavan Sullivan and Milan Iloski all scored over a five-minute span of the second half for Philadelphia, and the Union used an own goal to beat Sporting Kansas City 4-3 and extend their unbeaten streak to 11 with a fifth straight victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>D.J. Crowther runs for 3 of USF's 7 rushing touchdowns in 59-17 win over Delaware State</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/delaware-state-south-florida-football-score-a12426"/><id>urn:uuid:8005db33-c9ca-47be-af29-96ffdb51c25a</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:06:18.874-04:00</updated><summary>D.</summary></entry><entry><title>DJ Maultsby's TD catch proves to be difference in South Carolina State's 20-17 win against Furman</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/south-carolina-st-furman-score-k71968"/><id>urn:uuid:0867476f-46ae-4a93-a435-d88819e6f5d5</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:05:56.877-04:00</updated><summary>DJ Maultsby caught four passes for 118 yards and a touchdown as South Carolina State held off Furman 20-17 on Saturday in the first meeting between the programs since 2015.</summary></entry><entry><title>LSU TE Trey'Dez Green and Ole Miss RB Kewan Lacy leave game with injuries</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/treydez-green-kewan-lacy-lsu-mississippi-l95867"/><id>urn:uuid:a4c59b5d-d735-459e-a88d-114d950e1b8b</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:04:41.432-04:00</updated><summary>Mississippi running back Kewan Lacy and LSU tight end Trey'Dez Green left Saturday night's game between the No. 7 Tigers and No. 8 Rebels with injuries.</summary></entry><entry><title>A state funeral in Hong Kong honors Tung Chee-hwa, the city's first post-colonial leader</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/hong-kong-tung-chee-hwa-funeral-f90097"/><id>urn:uuid:ea9f0b1c-6957-4f8a-b8ee-bdda69aeb634</id><updated>2026-09-19T23:01:20.901-04:00</updated><summary>Hong Kong has held a state funeral for the city's first post-colonial leader, Tung Chee-hwa.</summary></entry><entry><title>Reus has 1 goal and 1 assist for Galaxy in 3-2 win over sliding Minnesota</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/galaxy-minnesota-score-v67658"/><id>urn:uuid:b7c2bc53-9a3a-46f1-b742-b551df024ddf</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:57:06.431-04:00</updated><summary>Marco Reus had a goal and an assists, João Klauss and Pablo Ruiz also scored a goal, and the LA Galaxy beat Minnesota United 3-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jadan Baugh runs for 162 yards and 3 TDs, and Florida beats Auburn 44-39 on the Plains</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/florida-auburn-score-b34743"/><id>urn:uuid:c74070ab-f772-4fa2-8de1-6a8185def8d7</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:56:26.169-04:00</updated><summary>Jadan Baugh ran for 162 yards and three touchdowns, and Florida beat Auburn 44-39 Saturday night in the Southeastern Conference for both teams and both new head coaches.</summary></entry><entry><title>Demond Williams Jr. racks up 373, 4 TDs as Washington rolls to 48-16 win over Eastern Washington</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/eastern-washington-washington-football-score-e20586"/><id>urn:uuid:c32fc6bb-f4fd-4b1b-99cc-c2446efebc6e</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:50:13.275-04:00</updated><summary>Demond Williams Jr. racked up 373 yards and four touchdowns on 27-of-33 passing and Washington put together its best offensive showing of the season in a 48-16 win over FCS Eastern Washington.</summary></entry><entry><title>Roberts runs for 122 yards and a TD, No. 20 Missouri hangs on after a slow start to beat Troy 27-17</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/college-football-troy-missouri-k60258"/><id>urn:uuid:3b220bca-d5c6-4254-93fb-de6bdc399610</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:45:44.140-04:00</updated><summary>Jamal Roberts ran for 128 yards and a touchdown, DaMarion Folkes returned a punt 68 yards for another score, and No. 20 Missouri beat Troy 27-17 on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Landyn Locke throws 4 TDs as Sam Houston picks up 1st win of season with 59-0 win over Nicholls</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/nicholls-st-sam-houston-score-y61593"/><id>urn:uuid:bcdb3838-6102-4108-87b4-db2fc6da1bf8</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:45:18.981-04:00</updated><summary>Landyn Locke threw for 322 yards and four touchdowns as Sam Houston shut out Nicholls 59-0 on Saturday for its first win of the season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Martin rushes for 104 yards and a TD to lead Middle Tennessee over Nevada 27-20</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/nevada-middle-tennessee-football-score-f05085"/><id>urn:uuid:ec2988e5-c29d-4368-9b20-97074d349158</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:43:31.328-04:00</updated><summary>Antonio Martin Jr. ran for 104 yards and a touchdown, Roman Gagliano threw for 173 yards and two scores, and Middle Tennessee took down Nevada 27-20 on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Parson leads Austin Peay over West Florida 38-16</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/austin-peay-west-florida-score-v66107"/><id>urn:uuid:e292af5a-8e4b-44ed-9707-9ce6f3374fbb</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:39:24.467-04:00</updated><summary>Chris Parson leads Austin Peay to a 38-16 victory over West Florida on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nix's punt return TD, clutch interception by Lyles lift Jacksonville State over Georgia Southern</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/georgia-southern-jacksonville-st-score-a56367"/><id>urn:uuid:00d13011-3d42-4582-9913-831d6685491f</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:37:11.243-04:00</updated><summary>Caleb Nix returned a punt 75 yards for the go-ahead score, Tristan Lyles had a game-saving interception in the red zone, and Jacksonville State erased a 14-point halftime deficit en route to a 31-27 victory over Georgia Southern.</summary></entry><entry><title>In the books? With rain in the forecast for Sunday, Mets announcer Howie Rose may have called his last game</title><author><name>Anthony Rieber</name><email>anthony.rieber@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/howie-rose-mets-o33bh0gu"/><id>urn:uuid:f676d52c-bbad-4034-a3b5-9a6849379095</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:36:00.990-04:00</updated><summary>With all-day rain in the forecast for the regular-season home finale, Rose signed off Saturday as if there won't be a game or a pregame ceremony honoring him on Sunday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Del Rio-Wilson, Marshall defense makes late save to blunt Missouri St. rally in 30-24 win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/marshall-missouri-state-score-t42539"/><id>urn:uuid:7cb23556-d782-424c-b0a4-0fde28b50d8c</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:33:21.985-04:00</updated><summary>Carlos Del Rio-Wilson accounted for 249 yards and two touchdowns and Marshall held off Missouri State for a 30-24 win.</summary></entry><entry><title>High school roundup: Boys and girls soccer and field hockey</title><author><name>Newsday Staff</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/high-school-roundup-f280dnjr"/><id>urn:uuid:1501366d-93a8-4e5c-b349-f0455444f1fa</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:32:06.220-04:00</updated><summary>A recap of Long Island high school sporting events from Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Buckley, Lowry, and Mataele each score TDs for Western Michigan in 28-21 win over Rice</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/western-michigan-rice-football-score-h68172"/><id>urn:uuid:e2ccc2d2-8d99-4045-a487-b41b92c66277</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:30:35.253-04:00</updated><summary>Jalen Buckley, Ofa Mataele, and Brock Lowry each scored rushing touchdowns as Western Michigan beat Rice 28-21 on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Marcus Stokes' 4 TDs, Jordan Thompson's score power Memphis over UT Martin 45-21</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/ut-martin-memphis-score-v26000"/><id>urn:uuid:56905155-8525-4fe5-95a1-778354a8bc17</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:30:30.715-04:00</updated><summary>Marcus Stokes threw for 258 yards and four touchdowns, and Jordan Thompson rushed for 110 yards and a score as Memphis beat Tennessee-Martin 45-21 on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Acuña grand slam leads Braves to 6-3 win, dropping Astros from AL West lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/braves-astros-score-y64729"/><id>urn:uuid:113f2f02-3506-4a09-bfdd-733a8ad3f9c0</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:26:20.254-04:00</updated><summary>Ronald Acuña Jr. hit a go-ahead grand slam in the seventh inning, and the Atlanta Braves beat Houston 6-3 to drop the Astros out of the AL West lead.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gil, Miller cap 2-goal nights in stoppage time to rally Revolution to 4-2 victory over Orlando City</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/orlando-city-new-england-revolution-score-mls-n72333"/><id>urn:uuid:719d2b37-677b-43e8-bbbc-f27b354a044d</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:20:56.352-04:00</updated><summary>Carles Gil and teenager Peyton Miller both scored during second-half stoppage time to cap two-goal efforts and the New England Revolution rallied to beat Orlando City 4-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jamal Rule runs for 119 yards and 2 TDs to lead Nebraska past North Dakota 34-7</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/college-football-score-a29345"/><id>urn:uuid:8ff86d9a-28b0-4b6a-8d21-91dac39a75db</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:19:56.693-04:00</updated><summary>Jamal Rule ran for 119 yards and two touchdowns and Nebraska finished unbeaten in nonconference play for the third straight year with its 34-7 win over North Dakota.</summary></entry><entry><title>Johnson rushes for 238 yards, 2 TDs in South Dakota State's 27-20 win over Youngstown State</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/youngstown-state-south-dakota-state-football-score-o35005"/><id>urn:uuid:8f8101ec-8801-4b7f-b5d8-51d9a9a17fe2</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:18:16.830-04:00</updated><summary>Josiah Johnson rushed for 238 yards and two touchdowns, Lofton O'Groske had seven catches for 94 yards, and South Dakota State rolled past Youngstown State 27-20 on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mestmaker tosses 5 TDs as Oklahoma State offense slices through Murray State 59-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/murray-st-oklahoma-st-score-e58233"/><id>urn:uuid:5d16c47a-17ae-4136-a3b4-5f6439bf17fa</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:16:25.404-04:00</updated><summary>Drew Mestemaker tossed five touchdowns, and Justin Bowick caught two of those in Oklahoma State's 59-0 win over FCS opponent Murray State on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Catholic high school football roundup</title><author><name>Newsday Staff</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/chsfl-roundup-drn5k505"/><id>urn:uuid:93e6a033-0612-450b-b058-6cefbd068488</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:08:39.836-04:00</updated><summary>A recap of CHSFL games from Friday and Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Florida Atlantic defense comes up big to help beat Florida International 16-10</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/florida-international-florida-atlantic-score-o78169"/><id>urn:uuid:7202463a-aeaf-46e3-91f2-2122fb8eb444</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:02:06.438-04:00</updated><summary>Florida Atlantic secures a 16-10 victory over Florida International on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nassau high school football roundup from Week 2</title><author><name>Newsday Staff</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/nassau-football-roundup-wuz62ma0"/><id>urn:uuid:219d22cc-ce42-4f8a-933b-6413af560293</id><updated>2026-09-19T22:01:59.602-04:00</updated><summary>A recap of Nassau high school football scores from Week 2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ashley Westwood has goal, assist as Charlotte beats DC United 2-1 to extend unbeaten streak to 8</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/charlotte-fc-dc-united-score-mls-g46505"/><id>urn:uuid:164b2d49-cd39-4205-8aac-35802760ad9c</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:57:45.014-04:00</updated><summary>Ashley Westwood had a goal and an assist following a one-match suspension and Charlotte FC completed a season sweep of D.C. United with a 2-1 victory, extending its unbeaten streak to eight.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suffolk high school football roundup from Week 2</title><author><name>Newsday Staff</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/suffolk-football-roundup-lwhxirxn"/><id>urn:uuid:cdee9b2d-0dea-46bf-8266-86c79a570287</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:56:06.071-04:00</updated><summary>A recap of Suffolk high school football scores from Week 2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Farsi and Méndez score goals for Crew in 2-0 win over Montreal, which has lost 5 straight</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/crew-montreal-score-m09412"/><id>urn:uuid:773ef707-1659-443a-88b7-b9d221417037</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:55:33.055-04:00</updated><summary>Mohamed Farsi and Brais Méndez each scored a goal, Patrick Schulte had two saves, and the Columbus Crew beat CF Montreal 2-0.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bouanga scores franchise-record 79th regular-season goal for LAFC in 1-1 tie with Earthquakes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/lafc-earthquakes-score-f70956"/><id>urn:uuid:d0e8fa6f-c379-4ce4-a7ea-cf9b7b28d10d</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:48:23.505-04:00</updated><summary>Denis Bouanga scored his franchise-record 79th career regular-season goal for Los Angeles FC in a 2-2 tie with the San Jose Earthquakes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brandon Lowe's go-ahead homer in the 8th lifts the Pirates past the Royals, 6-5</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/royals-pirates-score-m05249"/><id>urn:uuid:91f51fbc-9765-4155-80ea-6910a2a43b8e</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:44:23.782-04:00</updated><summary>Brandon Lowe hit a go-ahead two-run homer in the eighth to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-5 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Duncanson's pick-6 ignites East Carolina in 20-17 victory against Old Dominion</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/east-carolina-old-dominion-football-score-a40954"/><id>urn:uuid:dbaff057-41e0-4fc1-9c2e-353c583b6f18</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:44:10.191-04:00</updated><summary>Ayden Duncanson and Ja'Keith Hamilton each scored touchdowns as East Carolina beat Old Dominion 20-17 on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Taylor's four TDs rally Mississippi St. from 16-0 down to 41-34 win at South Carolina in SEC opener</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/college-football-mississippi-state-south-carolina-score-k51332"/><id>urn:uuid:10d05d0f-c1a3-414f-8caf-8029a8c2a740</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:41:54.763-04:00</updated><summary>Kamario Taylor threw for 251 yards and four touchdowns as Mississippi State rallied from 16-0 down to open Southeastern Conference play with a 41-34 victory at South Carolina.</summary></entry><entry><title>David Lennon: Carlos Beltran's role as Mets icon fits him better than a possible managerial stint</title><author><name>David Lennon</name><email>dave.lennon@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/david-lennon/carlos-beltran-mets-retirement-ycxcs5mj"/><id>urn:uuid:39bcda42-e410-49e1-93a5-01aae3cc300c</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:41:02.317-04:00</updated><summary>The Hall of Famer, who had his number retired Saturday, is rumored to be a front runner for the managerial job. But, why would he open himself up to that level of scrutiny?</summary></entry><entry><title>Boyd ends 6-start winless streak, Cubs beat Reds 5-2 to close on playoff berth</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cubs-reds-score-o04923"/><id>urn:uuid:cab5afae-3830-428a-8fdd-b08d0289122d</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:37:36.512-04:00</updated><summary>Matthew Boyd ended a six-start winless streak, Dansby Swanson hit his first home run since coming off the injured list and the Chicago Cubs moved closer to their second straight playoff berth by beating the Cincinnati Reds 5-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dabo Swinney's Tigers quiet critics for now with comeback win; Bill Belichick's Tar Heels stumble</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/dabo-swinney-bill-belichick-g27664"/><id>urn:uuid:c03c1a2f-6d73-4b10-9a33-ebfedc48950d</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:28:48.349-04:00</updated><summary>Dabo Swinney has faced criticism for Clemson's recent struggles and reluctance to adapt to the NIL and transfer portal era.</summary></entry><entry><title>No. 10 Alabama rallies to beat Florida State 50-36 in offensive thriller</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/florida-state-alabama-score-c25361"/><id>urn:uuid:e43dc96d-7358-461b-bfd2-818cf51fa5ce</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:28:16.829-04:00</updated><summary>Keelon Russell threw for 320 yards and three touchdowns and ran for another score as No. 10 Alabama overcame a 15-point deficit to beat Florida State 50-36.</summary></entry><entry><title>Martínez homers from both sides of the plate as Guardians beat Athletics to stay atop AL Central</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/athletics-guardians-score-martinez-p36786"/><id>urn:uuid:069dddc0-8cf0-47d6-9489-697a5c52fd30</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:27:21.743-04:00</updated><summary>Angel Martínez homered from both sides of the plate as part of his second career four-hit game, Chase DeLauter had a three-run homer and the Cleveland Guardians remained in first place in the AL Central with a 12-6 victory over the Athletics.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gunnar Smith, Jamell James and Yohan-Li Louis lead offense in 52-27 win over William &amp; Mary</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/fordham-william-mary-football-score-a70191"/><id>urn:uuid:282cb1be-4f47-4b4c-a5ca-0e5f032958c8</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:26:12.315-04:00</updated><summary>Gunnar Smith threw three touchdown passes, Jamell James added three more on the ground and Fordham picked up its first win with a 52-27 victory over William &amp; Mary on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Angel Reese has 31st double-double to help Dream beat Sky 106-81</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/sky-dream-score-angel-reese-o99924"/><id>urn:uuid:19d76e4f-4319-4f69-a90a-760ab0f16cd4</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:14:28.616-04:00</updated><summary>Angel Reese had 23 points and 10 rebounds to extend her WNBA single-season record for double-doubles to 31 and lead the Atlanta Dream to a 106-81 victory over the Chicago Sky on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mike Elko after Kentucky loss: 'No positives' as No. 9 Texas A&amp;M fades after halftime</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/aggies-kentucky-loss-elko-n12521"/><id>urn:uuid:ca655b87-f82f-4e36-98fa-058783d7ba1a</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:11:53.420-04:00</updated><summary>Texas A&amp;M coach Mike Elko was blunt in his assessment of the Aggies after their 31-21 loss to Kentucky.</summary></entry><entry><title>PSAL roundup: Joseph Cangelosi hits Kenneth Shaw for 20-yard TD in double OT to lift New Utrecht football</title><author><name>Jared Valluzzi</name><email>jared.valluzzi@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/psal-football-pqfvlgif"/><id>urn:uuid:80744426-950f-41cb-84dd-f47d297c2275</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:10:23.584-04:00</updated><summary>Shaw totaled 156 yards and had two touchdowns.</summary></entry><entry><title>Carson Benge breaks Pete Alonso's Mets' rookie hits record in win over Phillies</title><author><name>The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/mets-phillies-carson-benge-pete-alonso-viu2jgkw"/><id>urn:uuid:06330a32-6843-476f-842d-90d78bf56734</id><updated>2026-09-19T21:03:42.888-04:00</updated><summary>Carson Benge's infield single in the eighth inning was his 156th hit of the season. Benge and Francisco Alvarez homered in the win.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kyle Lowe guides SE Louisiana past UL Monroe 38-35 for 1st win over FBS team since 2003</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/southeast-louisiana-lions-ul-monroe-warhawks-football-score-f32547"/><id>urn:uuid:6c94f31a-768d-4c39-b6ee-b9503c137d6c</id><updated>2026-09-19T20:47:18.359-04:00</updated><summary>Kyle Lowe threw two touchdown passes to help Southeast Louisiana hold on for a 38-35 victory over UL Monroe.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mets owner Steve Cohen sets sights on upgrading front office</title><author><name>David Lennon</name><email>dave.lennon@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/mets-steve-cohen-david-stearns-ycvh66ne"/><id>urn:uuid:b40fb15e-e62c-4e85-b631-f52f3e2b947b</id><updated>2026-09-19T20:46:37.729-04:00</updated><summary>"We're going to try to add certain voices to the front office that I think will be helpful," he said.</summary></entry><entry><title>US military says it killed four in strike on alleged drug-smuggling boat in the Caribbean</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-cartels-military-strike-caribbean-b84447"/><id>urn:uuid:a3d1d2dc-f98b-4a97-8f89-817fba3d7b07</id><updated>2026-09-19T20:38:37.067-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. military has attacked another boat suspected of being used to smuggle drugs in the Caribbean Sea, killing four people.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gridiron Greats from Week 2 of the Long Island high school football season</title><author><name>Gregg Sarra</name><email>gregg.sarra@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/high-school-football-hp0k6im6"/><id>urn:uuid:d4148cf7-7216-40e3-afd5-a9cce66bbec2</id><updated>2026-09-19T20:16:11.422-04:00</updated><summary>These were the outstanding performances in Nassau, Suffolk and the CHSFL.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brody Riedel helps Long Beach football earn bounce-back victory</title><author><name>Brian Heyman</name><email>brian.heyman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/foot-longbeach-g49567"/><id>urn:uuid:f1a9c410-19db-421a-86e2-61295c88fdd5</id><updated>2026-09-19T20:13:24.703-04:00</updated><summary>Brody Riedel carried the football into the end zone behind the left side of the</summary></entry><entry><title>Music City Miscue gives Vanderbilt a win over NC State no one saw coming</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/music-city-miscue-nc-state-vanderbilt-p56575"/><id>urn:uuid:7ec05f51-011f-443c-8732-337923de56b8</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:59:33.708-04:00</updated><summary>Call this one the Music City Miscue.</summary></entry><entry><title>Maiava throws for 277 yards and 2 TDs in No. 12 USC's 42-35 win at Rutgers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/usc-rutgers-score-w93577"/><id>urn:uuid:50d36966-2c11-4d48-bdcd-bb4d6a809756</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:48:02.664-04:00</updated><summary>Jayden Maiava threw for 277 yards and two touchdowns and King Miller ran for 102 yards and a TD to help No. 12 Southern California beat Rutgers 42-35 on Saturday in the Big Ten opener for both teams.</summary></entry><entry><title>No. 18 Iowa has three go over 100 yards rushing as Hawkeyes roll to 55-0 win over Northern Iowa</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/iowa-hawkeyes-score-uni-panthers-s11629"/><id>urn:uuid:4efce194-86a8-4e9a-b86f-f79e08c4214c</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:44:37.058-04:00</updated><summary>Iowa had three running backs in Xavier Williams, Nathan McNeil and Braeden Jackson rush for more than 100 yards apiece as the No. 18 Hawkeyes defeated Northern Iowa 55-0 on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Big plays late push No. 23 Louisville past No. 16 SMU, 41-31</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/smu-louisville-score-top-25-e83273"/><id>urn:uuid:39d97245-9ce2-484b-8dec-6c964f957a1e</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:41:31.298-04:00</updated><summary>Keyjuan Brown ran for a career-high 163 yards and a pair of long touchdowns on 10 carries to guide No. 23 Louisville to a 41-31 victory over 16th-ranked SMU.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cincinnati rallies from 21-point halftime deficit to defeat Miami (Ohio) 35-31 on Tabb's TD run</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/miami-ohio-cincinnati-score-tabb-e92310"/><id>urn:uuid:37880b78-6b78-4289-9b70-fe1ac5515558</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:40:21.540-04:00</updated><summary>Cole Tabb's 53-yard touchdown run with 1:29 remaining rallied Cincinnati to a 35-31 victory over Miami (Ohio) in the 129th meeting of the "Battle for the Victory Bell" after the Bearcats trailed by 21 points at halftime.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bennett scores 4 TDs in 36-19 Baylor win over Louisiana Tech</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/louisiana-tech-baylor-score-d99374"/><id>urn:uuid:adcc101f-6b3b-4ec4-bd62-67f54f88a472</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:38:24.121-04:00</updated><summary>Backup quarterback Nate Bennett threw for 253 yards and three touchdowns and rushed for another score to help Baylor defeat Louisiana Tech 36-19 on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Josh Hoover, Lee Beebe Jr. help No. 4 Hoosiers overcome slow start in 38-0 rout of Western Kentucky</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/indiana-hoosers-western-kentucky-hilltoppers-score-d62373"/><id>urn:uuid:08f417d9-2350-4779-b7c2-042cb75ed086</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:32:14.555-04:00</updated><summary>Josh Hoover threw two touchdown passes, Lee Beebe Jr. added two TD runs and No. 4 Indiana overcame a sluggish first half to blow out Western Kentucky 38-0 on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brody Riedel, Brody Juan power Long Beach football's red-hot offense past Bellmore JFK</title><author><name>Brian Heyman</name><email>brian.heyman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/long-beach-bellmore-jfk-high-school-football-a61w86lx"/><id>urn:uuid:5e728b55-952f-4808-8d0c-0a7b493cd186</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:25:57.663-04:00</updated><summary>The Marines bounced back after season-opening loss to Carey.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sheppard scores 3 TDs as Duke handles Stanford, 35-7</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/stanford-duke-football-score-h17262"/><id>urn:uuid:a97ef5a5-a704-4ebb-b66b-c7796f47ecc3</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:24:27.757-04:00</updated><summary>Nate Sheppard scored on two runs and a reception, gained 154 yards on the ground and undefeated Duke beat Stanford 35-7 on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Purdie throws 3 TD passes as Liberty rolls past Ball State 51-15</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/ball-state-liberty-score-w80001"/><id>urn:uuid:cd469325-6b21-4d1e-a070-c7d87e462ca3</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:22:34.071-04:00</updated><summary>Deshawn Purdie throws three touchdown passes to lead Liberty to a 51-15 victory over Ball State on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Watson paces UMass in 36-14 win over Stonehill to get Minutemen to 3-0 for first time since '07</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/stonehill-umass-amherst-football-score-o83627"/><id>urn:uuid:29bd6758-270a-4341-9184-b22a6bf5a288</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:18:59.838-04:00</updated><summary>William Watson III threw for a touchdown and ran for another and UMass beat Stonehill 36-14.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kentucky stuns No. 9 Texas A&amp;M 31-21 in coach Will Stein's first road game</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/aggies-kentucky-football-score-s11035"/><id>urn:uuid:534a85da-a6bd-4dfd-90de-83805913759c</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:17:01.513-04:00</updated><summary>Kenny Minchey threw two touchdown passes and CJ Baxter added two scoring runs as Kentucky used a huge third quarter to stun No. 9 Texas A&amp;M 31-21.</summary></entry><entry><title>Devon Dampier throws 2 TD passes, Daniel Bray adds TD run as No. 17 Utah beats Utah State 33-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/utah-state-aggies-utah-utes-college-football-score-n37152"/><id>urn:uuid:3acf6066-6be0-49b9-986a-9a9abfde1a4b</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:16:07.039-04:00</updated><summary>Devon Dampier threw for 253 yards and two touchdowns to lead No. 17 Utah to a 33-0 victory over Utah State on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Palacios has RBI single in the 9th to give the Rays a 2-1 victory over the Red Sox</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/red-sox-rays-score-u09076"/><id>urn:uuid:19da220c-b4b7-40a3-80b5-e994e6149c65</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:14:12.291-04:00</updated><summary>Richie Palacios dropped a fly ball into shallow right in the ninth inning to score Junior Caminero and give the Tampa Bay Rays a 2-1 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>California scores 6 TDs and racks up 600-plus yards in dominant 49-7 win over Wagner</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/wagner-california-score-c91566"/><id>urn:uuid:0872f2b0-09c9-47ff-b4e5-ccf80a9f51bf</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:10:39.698-04:00</updated><summary>Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele threw for a career-high 413 yards and three touchdowns in California's 49-7 victory over Wagner.</summary></entry><entry><title>Caden Pinnick throws 2 TD passes, runs for one and Washington State beats Duquesne 48-7 for 1st win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/duquesne-washington-state-football-score-f02806"/><id>urn:uuid:745357db-8ada-4021-90d7-e5d6fba01c33</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:07:27.948-04:00</updated><summary>Caden Pinnick threw his first two passing touchdowns this season and ran for another to lead Washington State to a 48-7 victory over Duquesne on Saturday for the Cougars' first win.</summary></entry><entry><title>No. 19 Michigan starts shaky, finishes strong in 52-17 win over UTEP</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/utep-michigan-score-u93150"/><id>urn:uuid:e4e89726-3f05-4662-8210-06cef41c6cb4</id><updated>2026-09-19T19:04:44.338-04:00</updated><summary>Bryce Underwood threw two touchdown passes and Savion Hiter had two rushing scores to help No. 19 Michigan pull away and beat UTEP 52-17.</summary></entry><entry><title>'It kills you': Aaron Judge, Yankees talk about what it's like to be on the injured list</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/yankees-aaron-judge-injured-list-ebotrtyr"/><id>urn:uuid:51dca9e0-b25e-4527-82de-f45557efc681</id><updated>2026-09-19T18:58:29.746-04:00</updated><summary>Newsday spoke with Yankees captain, Carlos Rodon, Gerrit Cole and Cody Bellinger about the emotions of having to miss time.</summary></entry><entry><title>John Alan Richter tosses 4 TDs as Toledo rallies past Temple 49-48 in overtime</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/temple-toledo-score-t51661"/><id>urn:uuid:f025ebf2-f560-4ba7-9149-23aec6b511e5</id><updated>2026-09-19T18:56:34.162-04:00</updated><summary>John Alan Richter threw for 429 yards and four touchdowns as Toledo erased a 14-point deficit late in regulation to beat Temple 49-48 in overtime on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bay Shore football celebrates 100 years of program history with a victory</title><author><name>Gregg Sarra</name><email>gregg.sarra@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/bay-shore-football-100-years-e37h1xmh"/><id>urn:uuid:add7e8c1-f328-48dd-9a6a-0fdb487fa201</id><updated>2026-09-19T18:49:37.229-04:00</updated><summary>"I'm loving every second of this," former player Jimmy Jackson, 92, said. "It's a special moment in time and I'm soaking it all in."</summary></entry><entry><title>Pirates All-Star Braxton Ashcraft will not pitch again this season because of arm fatigue</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/braxton-ashcraft-pirates-w02731"/><id>urn:uuid:3156e752-7793-4769-83b5-afab51cdcd06</id><updated>2026-09-19T18:38:46.008-04:00</updated><summary>Pittsburgh Pirates All-Star right-hander Braxton Ashcraft will not pitch again this season because of right arm discomfort.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brewers tie team record with 97th win, beat Orioles 1-0 with help of fly ball lost in sun</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/brewers-orioles-score-i11182"/><id>urn:uuid:bf9c3eec-1193-48c9-b848-6c27ee3c3f20</id><updated>2026-09-19T18:35:32.557-04:00</updated><summary>The Milwaukee Brewers tied a team record with their 97th win of the season, beating Baltimore 1-0 with the help of a fly ball lost in the sun by Orioles right fielder Rece Hinds.</summary></entry><entry><title>Longtime AP Florida politics reporter Brendan Farrington dies at 60</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/brendan-farrington-ap-reporter-florida-tallahassee-politics-o99617"/><id>urn:uuid:bba6d708-1703-44c4-a103-c87e5145a4a2</id><updated>2026-09-19T18:29:53.739-04:00</updated><summary>Brendan Farrington has died at 60.</summary></entry><entry><title>Adam Jones scores 2 4th-quarter TDs to lead Montana State past Central Connecticut 35-30</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/central-connecticut-montana-st-score-m88907"/><id>urn:uuid:447a1101-e29d-4d05-b4bd-6fed4119752a</id><updated>2026-09-19T18:29:06.273-04:00</updated><summary>Adam Jones rushed for 112 yards and two fourth-quarter touchdowns as Montana State overcame a 14-point deficit to beat Central Connecticut 35-30 on Saturday in the first meeting between the programs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dante Reno throws 5 touchdown passes, rallies Yale to 38-28 win over Holy Cross</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/yale-holy-cross-score-i61593"/><id>urn:uuid:1c177e0a-cb19-40dd-8c13-5fd20427495f</id><updated>2026-09-19T18:18:32.434-04:00</updated><summary>Dante Reno threw five touchdown passes — two of them during a fourth-quarter rally — and Yale defeated winless Holy Cross 38-28.</summary></entry><entry><title>Half Hollow Hills East football's defensive line of Michai Crump, Tyler Jerrick and Carl Smith key win</title><author><name>Matt Lindsay</name><email>matt.lindsay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/high-school-football-uetdtaj7"/><id>urn:uuid:a014f81c-8b61-4bb0-b54b-8afabb00d864</id><updated>2026-09-19T18:18:20.727-04:00</updated><summary>Crump had 14 tackles and two sacks, Smith had eight tackles and a sack and Jerrick added eight tackles.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brooklyn Tech football's defensive dominance spearheads wins over DeWitt Clinton in PSAL</title><author><name>Denis P. Gorman</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/brooklyn-tech-psal-football-k8yg2f8f"/><id>urn:uuid:90944d29-89a2-4fb3-9325-0f5d595f360b</id><updated>2026-09-19T18:15:45.356-04:00</updated><summary>Wyatt Mulvena led the stout defensive effort in PSAL play.</summary></entry><entry><title>Miguel Vargas adds to his breakout season with clutch performance for the White Sox</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/white-sox-miguel-vargas-c70602"/><id>urn:uuid:5f9de7c2-b0af-4add-8208-4d81e1ae3ffb</id><updated>2026-09-19T18:15:35.209-04:00</updated><summary>On an important afternoon for the Chicago White Sox, Miguel Vargas delivered.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lofton and Lord power Illinois State over Eastern Illinois 49-13 in 114th Mid-America Classic</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/eastern-illinois-illinois-state-football-score-p41293"/><id>urn:uuid:a45cdfe6-b57d-4da8-94d5-32c7f06f8f43</id><updated>2026-09-19T18:13:58.510-04:00</updated><summary>Tyler Lofton ran for two touchdowns and returned a punt for another score, Dylan Lord had six catches for 77 yards and a score, and Illinois State defeated Eastern Illinois 49-13 in the 114th Mid-America Classic on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>CJ Hester rushes for 4 TDs, Jeremiah Coney 3 and Stony Brook beats Rhode Island 56-24</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/rhode-island-stony-brook-football-score-t54924"/><id>urn:uuid:52b044e1-ceea-4d28-845a-92842854862a</id><updated>2026-09-19T18:02:53.302-04:00</updated><summary>CJ Hester rushed for four touchdowns, Jeremiah Coney added three more and Stony Brook defeated Rhode Island 56-24 in the Seawolves' Coastal Athletic Association opener on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Collin Dixon catches two more TD passes, Illinois beats Southern Illinois 48-10</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/southern-illinois-illinois-football-score-x34670"/><id>urn:uuid:625b304e-622b-4811-9e5c-ef0848c97c71</id><updated>2026-09-19T17:41:52.860-04:00</updated><summary>Katin Houser threw two second-quarter touchdown passes to Collin Dixon to lead Illinois past Southern Illinois 48-10 on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lowriding culture celebrated in San Francisco as it receives broader recognition</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/california-lowrider-parade-culture-e52286"/><id>urn:uuid:0d5f4005-319e-4b01-be93-a9e6b44efadb</id><updated>2026-09-19T17:39:20.585-04:00</updated><summary>San Francisco's annual King of the Streets event is celebrating lowriding.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former Port Jefferson football player Sam Fabian gets two sacks for Rocky Point in win over ESM</title><author><name>Jared Valluzzi</name><email>jared.valluzzi@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/rock-point-esm-football-tfx121gh"/><id>urn:uuid:09b80220-41c2-48a5-b590-30150b6122a6</id><updated>2026-09-19T17:30:14.980-04:00</updated><summary>Fabian is one of four student-athletes to join the Rocky Point team after Port Jefferson canceled its varsity program due to a lack of players.</summary></entry><entry><title>Utah State's Taggart leaves field in an ambulance; in concussion protocol and has a neck injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/taggart-injury-utah-state-x22221"/><id>urn:uuid:2d0dfb7b-89ab-496e-b2fa-e41db9810892</id><updated>2026-09-19T17:29:06.123-04:00</updated><summary>Utah State linebacker Harrison Taggart was taken off the field in an ambulance after getting injured during a tackle at No. 17 Utah.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nearly 40-point favorite Boston College avoids embarrassing loss; holds off Maine 22-16</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/maine-boston-college-score-k80751"/><id>urn:uuid:3435a14e-4ae8-4e9f-b813-4d386ff569c3</id><updated>2026-09-19T17:23:08.647-04:00</updated><summary>Evan Dickens ran for a 39-yard score, Mason McKenzie added a 31-yard scoring pass and Boston College slogged its way to a 22-16 non-conference victory over Maine.</summary></entry><entry><title>Port Washington field hockey's Jackson Byer goes from stopping goals to delivering them</title><author><name>Tess Ferguson</name><email>tess.ferguson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/field-hockey/port-washington-locust-valley-field-hockey-dkvnffn9"/><id>urn:uuid:36181f52-db4d-41ad-bcba-d52f62f1f68c</id><updated>2026-09-19T17:17:33.920-04:00</updated><summary>The former goalie turned field player scored the lone goal on Saturday in a win over Locust Valley.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vanderbilt stuns N.C. State with fumble recovery in end zone for improbable 35-31 win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/nc-state-vanderbilt-score-s57808"/><id>urn:uuid:297ecb2d-dec1-4ade-90b0-96cb14215255</id><updated>2026-09-19T17:17:15.028-04:00</updated><summary>With three seconds left in the game and a Vanderbilt win seemingly out of reach, Miles Capers forced the fumble and Cayden Daniels recovered for the touchdown that gave Vanderbilt a 35-31 victory over N.</summary></entry><entry><title>2,222 pull-up challenge raises awareness for veterans suicide in Mt. Sinai</title><author><name>Tara Smith</name><email>tara.smith@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/2222-pullup-challenge-veterans-suicide-awareness-ac8gp9vu"/><id>urn:uuid:135084b6-5292-4f85-84ea-9d370399af27</id><updated>2026-09-19T16:56:21.475-04:00</updated><summary>"It's OK to not be OK. We need to get it out there, because those that are most vulnerable are isolated," said Suffolk Legis. Chad Lennon, also a veteran.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sean Burke and Miguel Vargas help the White Sox beat the Tigers 3-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/tigers-white-sox-score-v28192"/><id>urn:uuid:6fb584ec-2901-4500-8e71-3e698159a7ce</id><updated>2026-09-19T16:56:07.287-04:00</updated><summary>Sean Burke pitched six effective innings, Miguel Vargas homered and the Chicago White Sox topped the Detroit Tigers 3-1 for a sorely needed victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ravens rule out WR Zay Flowers (hamstring) for Sunday's game against New Orleans</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/baltimore-ravens-zay-flowers-t83556"/><id>urn:uuid:d94e9f8a-8916-4079-89c6-393273c480cd</id><updated>2026-09-19T16:50:45.685-04:00</updated><summary>The Baltimore Ravens have ruled out wide receiver Zay Flowers for Sunday's game against New Orleans because of a hamstring injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Harvard capitalizes on 3 takeaways to beat New Hampshire 31-7 in season opener</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/harvard-new-hampshire-score-l45777"/><id>urn:uuid:8e579ed6-e7b4-41bd-b04d-f3e115a7db14</id><updated>2026-09-19T16:45:52.446-04:00</updated><summary>Nate Bailey scored two touchdowns in the final minute of the first half and Harvard capitalized on three takeaways to beat New Hampshire 31-7.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jets place rookie receiver Omar Cooper Jr. on injured reserve, will miss at least four games</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/jets-omar-cooper-jr-sj8b00d7"/><id>urn:uuid:33c79fc8-b080-4999-bea4-053aba2c0897</id><updated>2026-09-19T16:39:04.240-04:00</updated><summary>He suffered an ankle injury in his NFL debut last Sunday in Tennessee.</summary></entry><entry><title>Coach Rosenior taunts fans of former club who 'insulted my family' as Paris FC beats Strasbourg</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/liam-rosenior-strasbourg-fans-l62305"/><id>urn:uuid:10d54eb3-7461-4edb-99c2-e4906b4a352e</id><updated>2026-09-19T16:25:55.005-04:00</updated><summary>After beating his former club to stay unbeaten in the French league, Paris FC coach Liam Rosenior sparked a brief melee on the field by brazenly celebrating in front of the traveling Strasbourg fans.</summary></entry><entry><title>Orioles activate reliever Félix Bautista from injured list, Albernaz returning, Mancini retires</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/orioles-bautista-mancini-t93001"/><id>urn:uuid:4f7bff77-bc12-4eee-bc16-9e3ecda406c8</id><updated>2026-09-19T16:23:12.049-04:00</updated><summary>The Baltimore Orioles activated reliever Félix Bautista from the 60-day injured list, setting up the former closer to return from right shoulder surgery 14 months after his last major league game.</summary></entry><entry><title>Davian Jackson scores 4TDs, Brad Jackson throws for 4 in Texas State's 49-35 win over North Texas</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/north-texas-texas-state-football-score-y41418"/><id>urn:uuid:29dd9fe9-a8af-45bf-92b9-8de530d37fb7</id><updated>2026-09-19T16:21:35.464-04:00</updated><summary>Davian Jackson scored four touchdowns including a 57-yarder late in the fourth quarter to ensure Texas State's 49-35 win over North Texas for the Bobcats' first win of the season on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>QB Angel Flores leads the way on the ground and Central Michigan tops Wyoming 24-10</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/central-michigan-wyoming-score-u69030"/><id>urn:uuid:1734f62d-193c-4f80-a42a-264e9d43f365</id><updated>2026-09-19T16:20:16.406-04:00</updated><summary>Quarterback Angel Flores ran for 163 yards with two scores, Central Michigan churned out 339 yards rushing and the Chippewas defeated Wyoming 24-10.</summary></entry><entry><title>Saudi Arabia confirms Yemen's Houthi rebels tried to attack its capital with a ballistic missile</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/yemen-saudi-arabia-v93542"/><id>urn:uuid:8f59efbe-dd2c-4dc2-91b2-854bfa06d4b3</id><updated>2026-09-19T16:11:03.643-04:00</updated><summary>Saudi Arabia has confirmed that Yemen's Houthi rebels tried to attack its capital with a ballistic missile.</summary></entry><entry><title>Henry sets receptions record and Joseph has big day as Wisconsin pounds Eastern Michigan 54-10</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/eastern-michigan-wisconsin-badgers-score-y39072"/><id>urn:uuid:f507b60f-0611-4d3b-b576-eb54b11f5c63</id><updated>2026-09-19T16:01:24.475-04:00</updated><summary>Tyrell Henry caught 14 passes to set a Wisconsin single-game record and Colton Joseph threw for 362 yards and accounted for four touchdowns as the Badgers trounced Eastern Michigan 54-10 on Saturday afternoon.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jaren Hamilton returns kickoff 100 yards for TD in Arizona State's 24-17 win over Kansas in London</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/kansas-arizona-state-london-wembley-score-o20971"/><id>urn:uuid:c853dfd0-7193-4a20-99b2-024d3ff009fb</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:57:07.704-04:00</updated><summary>Arizona State has beaten Kansas 24-17 in the inaugural Union Jack Classic at Wembley Stadium.</summary></entry><entry><title>Avery Johnson's all-around game leads K-State past Tulane 31-20 for 3-0 start</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/tulane-kansas-state-score-t97768"/><id>urn:uuid:09ffa619-0fd5-4ce9-a216-789d04a14dec</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:56:16.654-04:00</updated><summary>Avery Johnson threw for 227 yards on 21-of-28 passing and rushed for 152 yards and two scores as Kansas State defeated Tulane 31-20 on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Drake Lindsey's three TD passes lead Minnesota past Akron 41-7</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/akron-minnesota-football-score-m60801"/><id>urn:uuid:1c7c1179-5673-4ced-a163-7aa755cf57ad</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:54:43.072-04:00</updated><summary>Drake Lindsey threw for 204 yards and three touchdowns on Saturday as Minnesota defeated Akron 41-7.</summary></entry><entry><title>Becht, defense power No. 14 Penn State past Buffalo, 55-13</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/penn-state-buffalo-football-score-r04277"/><id>urn:uuid:cfc86b24-5b2d-43bb-9554-f3037a7db363</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:52:25.178-04:00</updated><summary>Rocco Becht threw for 212 yards with two touchdowns, Koby Howard scored twice and No. 14 Penn State cruised past Buffalo 55-13.</summary></entry><entry><title>Smith sets Ohio State career receiving mark as 6th-ranked Buckeyes roll past Kent State 59-3</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/kent-state-ohio-state-score-k87894"/><id>urn:uuid:fffad2be-f185-43f2-b802-780a9e889cc7</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:51:26.265-04:00</updated><summary>Jeremiah Smith became Ohio State's career receiving yardage leader, Ja'Kobi Jackson scored twice and the sixth-ranked Buckeyes rolled to a 59-3 victory over Kent State Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Al-Qaida-linked JNIM claims a deadly Mali army camp attack and releases video of captured soldiers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mali-violence-jnim-army-j75790"/><id>urn:uuid:428fb5f4-b335-4ebe-a13a-280b179b7ef0</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:48:53.727-04:00</updated><summary>The al-Qaida-linked group Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin claims to have captured dozens of Malian soldiers and killed over 100 in a recent attack.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yoder runs for 2 TDs and Brown's one-handed pick seals the win for Lehigh, 24-20 over Dartmouth</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/lehigh-dartmouth-score-d81931"/><id>urn:uuid:e5429b98-6981-4e14-b1ec-a62afe639905</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:43:57.226-04:00</updated><summary>Luke Yoder ran for the go-ahead touchdown in the fourth quarter and DJ Brown sealed the win with an interception with about a minute remaining as Lehigh defeated Dartmouth 24-20.</summary></entry><entry><title>No. 2 Georgia rolls over Arkansas 45-17 in Southeastern Conference opener</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/georgia-arkansas-score-e37632"/><id>urn:uuid:1bc9b135-cedd-45d9-b7d6-00309abd4519</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:43:53.967-04:00</updated><summary>Chauncey Bowens ran for three touchdowns and No. 2 Georgia held Arkansas to just 17 yards on the ground in a 45-17 win Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Aiden Flora's career day leads Cyclones' offensive onslaught in 55-7 win over Bowling Green</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/college-football-score-q03420"/><id>urn:uuid:4430d3fc-dc0e-42b2-a756-95e111b173cb</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:42:39.509-04:00</updated><summary>Aiden Flora ran for 179 of his career-high 194 yards in the first half and returned a punt 66 yards for a touchdown, and Cameron Pettaway scored on a 100-yard kick return against his old team as Iowa State rolled past Bowling Green 55-7.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bueckers scores 20 of her 26 in 1st half and the Wings beat the Mercury 87-82 for 6th straight win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/mercury-wings-score-c98881"/><id>urn:uuid:51d12fa6-2d96-4bd2-b6f3-44ddd59bad61</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:41:41.989-04:00</updated><summary>Paige Bueckers scored 20 of her 26 points in the first half, Arike Ogunbowale had 22 points and six assists, and the Dallas Wings beat the Phoenix Mercury 87-82 on Saturday for their sixth straight victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Florida State-Alabama is delayed again by lightning in Tuscaloosa</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/alabama-florida-state-lightning-delay-o11550"/><id>urn:uuid:55bb042e-5899-435e-964b-684b2dbf6b8e</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:32:57.469-04:00</updated><summary>Lightning halted No. 10 Alabama's game against Florida State with 2:36 remaining in the second quarter and the Seminoles leading 21-13.</summary></entry><entry><title>Clemson rallies to beat North Carolina 28-20 after game turns following 2 1/2-hour weather delay</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/north-carolina-clemson-score-b52669"/><id>urn:uuid:a25c306d-ed2e-433b-80f9-a9247a2cd93e</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:30:24.154-04:00</updated><summary>Gideon Davidson ran for 105 yards and scored the go-ahead touchdown with five minutes remaining as Clemson rallied from a 14-point first-half deficit to beat North Carolina 28-20 at Memorial Stadium in a game that lasted nearly six hours.</summary></entry><entry><title>Justice Haynes scores 3 TDs in 44-11 Georgia Tech win over Mercer</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/mercer-georgia-tech-football-score-y54108"/><id>urn:uuid:6a1d5a4f-50e9-403b-8e26-39d7c3a7307b</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:28:52.611-04:00</updated><summary>Justice Haynes scored three touchdowns — two rushing, one receiving — to help Georgia Tech shake off a slow start and defeat Mercer 44-11 for its first win of the season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rampant Barcelona wins again as Inter salvages a 2-2 draw at Roma and Arsenal has a first loss</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/arsenal-inter-barcelona-roma-dortmund-k89819"/><id>urn:uuid:b8b73577-de09-49b8-902f-c3f5ff39e606</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:26:49.897-04:00</updated><summary>Raphinha continued his red-hot form with a hat trick in a 3-1 win at Sevilla as defending champion Barcelona recorded a seventh straight victory in La Liga.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pat McQuaide's late TD pass to Ja'briel Mace gives Villanova a 20-16 win over Long Island</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/villanova-liu-football-score-o66439"/><id>urn:uuid:e79c6324-d72f-4270-a45c-dbf55559413f</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:20:31.504-04:00</updated><summary>Pat McQuaide connected with Ja'briel Mace on a 13-yard touchdown pass with 1:08 to play to lift Villanova to a 20-16 win over Long Island University on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Michigan city defends itself against accusations of favoring Muslim holidays over other faiths</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/dearborn-lawsuit-religious-expression-r63440"/><id>urn:uuid:55ff049b-234c-481e-a4af-4049ce695c41</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:12:42.360-04:00</updated><summary>The city of Dearborn, Michigan, says its diversity and welcoming nature are to blame for a lawsuit accusing it of favoring Muslim holidays over the holidays of other religious faiths.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nick Minicucci connects with Sean Wilson for 185 yards, 2 TDs as Delaware beats CCU 22-14</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/coastal-carolina-delaware-score-y32530"/><id>urn:uuid:ef93eede-eca1-454d-a709-eeecf192c5df</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:11:04.661-04:00</updated><summary>Nick Minicucci threw for 302 yards and two touchdowns, with 185 yards and two scores going to Sean Wilson, and Delaware beat Coastal Carolina 22-14 in the first meeting between the programs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Shipley holds onto 1-shot lead over Kohles in the Biltmore Championship Asheville</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/biltmore-championship-asheville-pga-tour-golf-q50375"/><id>urn:uuid:f8eded68-d1de-478f-8d1e-e761ff8f4ec0</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:09:09.492-04:00</updated><summary>Neal Shipley held onto a one-shot lead over Ben Kohles on Saturday in the inaugural Biltmore Championship Asheville, making an eagle and a birdie on the two back-nine par 5s in his third straight bogey-free round.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suffolk's '27 budget would freeze taxes but charge more for county police</title><author><name>Joe Werkmeister</name><email>joe.werkmeister@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/suffolk-romaine-budget-ljsu83u6"/><id>urn:uuid:8ea394de-24e2-49c5-bf86-aa0e0180e491</id><updated>2026-09-19T15:02:11.307-04:00</updated><summary>The county projects an average homeowner tax bill of $1,420, a $64 increase compared to last year, according to the preliminary budget.</summary></entry><entry><title>Robbery in South Hempstead leaves male victim in critical condition, police say</title><author><name>Joseph Ostapiuk</name><email>joseph.ostapiuk@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/robbery-south-hempstead-yjwahftb"/><id>urn:uuid:98dd88e7-b927-42c8-8614-6715b8c42fdc</id><updated>2026-09-19T14:49:54.833-04:00</updated><summary>The male victim suffered head injuries in the Saturday morning robbery, Nassau police said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Israel's president pardons a combat medic whose shooting of a Palestinian attacker caused debate</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/israel-soldier-pardon-azaria-president-palestinian-killed-b86803"/><id>urn:uuid:a67b39c2-4ab0-43f2-a2a7-ca52d281e5dd</id><updated>2026-09-19T14:42:34.842-04:00</updated><summary>Israel's president has pardoned a combat medic who shot dead a badly wounded Palestinian attacker a decade ago.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ja'Marr Chase looking to bounce back from quiet Week 1 performance</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/bengals-jamarr-chase-texans-h23102"/><id>urn:uuid:45b07d5c-ffd5-4c54-bd67-1b8bc033b932</id><updated>2026-09-19T13:56:48.381-04:00</updated><summary>Cincinnati Bengals offensive coordinator Dan Pitcher says Ja'Marr Chase needs more targets after recording just two catches for 12 yards in the season opener.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hills East's Bryan out with injury</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/skbryan-p18874"/><id>urn:uuid:e1cd5645-b414-4fa3-a78d-579de35bef48</id><updated>2026-09-19T13:45:12.778-04:00</updated><summary>Half Hollow Hills East's star running back Jayden Bryan will miss Saturday's Suffolk II game</summary></entry><entry><title>Avs 41-year-old defenseman Brent Burns trimmed the beard, not the ambition, as he enters 23rd season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/brent-burns-avalanche-c70033"/><id>urn:uuid:789a36ac-be2f-4551-b03e-0c43441c9c04</id><updated>2026-09-19T13:29:04.321-04:00</updated><summary>Colorado Avalanche defenseman Brent Burns is gearing up for his 23rd NHL season with a fresh look after trimming his bushy beard.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iowa State's Jaheim Singletary released from hospital after leaving game on backboard</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/iowa-state-singletary-injury-n72706"/><id>urn:uuid:da4d1637-b814-4263-9e8e-2c68d37cdd3e</id><updated>2026-09-19T13:04:11.564-04:00</updated><summary>Iowa State cornerback Jaheim Singletary was released from an Ames hospital after leaving the field on a backboard following a collision with a teammate in the Cyclones' win over Bowling Green.</summary></entry><entry><title>Congo begins Ebola vaccinations for health workers in the epicenter of the outbreak</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ebola-vaccine-congo-bundibugyo-ervebo-s97088"/><id>urn:uuid:deceeac0-53d2-49b5-928f-3f12cdf2e1a8</id><updated>2026-09-19T13:01:59.647-04:00</updated><summary>Congo has begun vaccinating healthcare staff against Ebola in Bunia, the epicenter of the fastest-growing outbreak of the disease in history.</summary></entry><entry><title>McIlroy produces big finish with eagle at No. 18 to move into contention at BMW PGA Championship</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/mcilroy-bmw-pga-championship-golf-p09988"/><id>urn:uuid:3ea7af36-0092-4d16-a717-9d946ae9e65b</id><updated>2026-09-19T12:50:12.519-04:00</updated><summary>Rory McIlroy hit a 4-iron from 230 yards to inside 2 feet and holed the eagle putt to finish off a 3-under 69 and move into contention to win the BMW PGA Championship for the second time.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fans in Ole Miss' Grove mock Lane Kiffin but tout their 'hospitality' as he returns with LSU</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/lane-kiffin-lsu-ole-miss-i47762"/><id>urn:uuid:8f40195f-d23c-4dc2-a3a5-2b1ea56bcba6</id><updated>2026-09-19T12:33:44.238-04:00</updated><summary>Lane Kiffin was greeted by boos as he led No. 7 LSU onto the field at Ole Miss.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lawsuit says Anthropic, OpenAI, SpaceXAI and Google made illegal agreement on AI slowdown</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/antitrust-lawsuit-ai-slowdown-anthropic-openai-spacexai-google-o17580"/><id>urn:uuid:a8bd2055-80e0-4737-b9d3-244a4320a8d0</id><updated>2026-09-19T12:32:53.650-04:00</updated><summary>A new lawsuit claims that Anthropic, OpenAI, SpaceXAI and Google illegally agreed to slow their AI development.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ratcliffe's latest comments on immigration in UK condemned by Man United fan group</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/ratcliffe-man-united-immigration-c54995"/><id>urn:uuid:bd7c6962-40ff-46cb-aedf-cd7f6ea7a712</id><updated>2026-09-19T12:32:03.484-04:00</updated><summary>Manchester United's Muslim Supporters' Club has called for club owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe to leave the club after his latest comments about immigration which come as the team struggles on the field.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wembley's upper tier sits empty as Kansas-Arizona State football kicks off in London</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/kansas-arizona-state-fans-wembley-s31088"/><id>urn:uuid:fcf276e6-98bf-4cb7-998a-0f1313d7e91b</id><updated>2026-09-19T12:09:47.053-04:00</updated><summary>Wembley Stadium's upper-tier seating was empty for the college football game between Kansas and Arizona State, a reflection of the difficulty in filling the U.K.'s largest venue.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dutch riot police break up far-right protest in The Hague after violence erupts</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/netherlands-far-right-protesters-violence-arrests-v37100"/><id>urn:uuid:7a5dd375-793c-4945-ba24-d791b6c1341e</id><updated>2026-09-19T11:51:06.771-04:00</updated><summary>Dutch riot police have dispersed several hundred far-right protesters in The Hague after violence has erupted.</summary></entry><entry><title>Drug-impaired driver hits, critically injures bicyclist in Inwood, police say</title><author><name>Joseph Ostapiuk</name><email>joseph.ostapiuk@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/crash-bicyclist-drugged-driver-inwood-kqvju8ft"/><id>urn:uuid:f168f65d-9758-42bd-b884-0e98e925cb28</id><updated>2026-09-19T11:24:26.785-04:00</updated><summary>Michael Mayosky, of East Meadow, is charged with numerous counts, including driving while impaired by drugs, Nassau police said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pistons and Ausar Thompson agree to a 5-year, $155 million contract extension, AP source says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/ausar-thompson-pistons-t91858"/><id>urn:uuid:2175d9c5-d784-4dba-825b-a6a8124c2fe3</id><updated>2026-09-19T11:00:58.181-04:00</updated><summary>The Detroit Pistons and Ausar Thompson have reached an agreement on a five-year contract extension worth $155 million, according to a person familiar with the situation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi tells the AP that Iranians paying the price for war and repression</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-us-war-narges-mohammadi-nobel-d02393"/><id>urn:uuid:70651df3-ae22-49a7-9a56-f52e5ace1941</id><updated>2026-09-19T10:31:05.491-04:00</updated><summary>Iran's most prominent human rights activist says Iranians are suffering seven months into the war and paying the price for the conflict.</summary></entry><entry><title>Russian election observer loses consciousness during arrest by police, opposition party says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-parliamentary-election-state-duma-observer-c37878"/><id>urn:uuid:6ec12bea-1d34-4f61-b90b-a68c8425ee06</id><updated>2026-09-19T10:14:55.804-04:00</updated><summary>Russia's liberal opposition Yabloko party says that one of its election observers lost consciousness while being arrested by police at a St. Petersburg polling station.</summary></entry><entry><title>America In Focus: Affordability concerns rise as Fed hikes key rate, mortgage rate reaches nearly 7%</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/inflation-economy-trump-iran-fed-mortgage-c45710"/><id>urn:uuid:091fc87e-5eff-4e10-a483-cee3ed85eebf</id><updated>2026-09-19T10:10:30.616-04:00</updated><summary>The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate Wednesday for the first time since 2023 in an effort to quell stubbornly high inflation, and the central bank signaled another rate hike could occur later this year.</summary></entry><entry><title>Arsenal loses for first time in Premier League title defense as Tottenham's struggles continue</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/premier-league-arsenal-brighton-tottenham-villa-e82633"/><id>urn:uuid:b6fc2aba-9a8b-4bfc-bb2e-c3c54c74bca4</id><updated>2026-09-19T09:42:09.997-04:00</updated><summary>Arsenal slumped to a first loss of its Premier League title defense and it was a heavy one at Brighton.</summary></entry><entry><title>5 must-see things at George Lucas's new Museum of Narrative Art as it opens to the public</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/george-lucas-museum-banksy-kahlo-star-wars-i56785"/><id>urn:uuid:21cc3b8c-6869-4100-8042-7e2fe33311e8</id><updated>2026-09-19T09:05:20.488-04:00</updated><summary>The new Lucas Museum of Narrative Art opens to the public on Tuesday in Los Angeles.</summary></entry><entry><title>Richard Francisco Perozo Rodriguez posed as a cop in bail scam attempt, Nassau police say</title><author><name>Joseph Ostapiuk</name><email>joseph.ostapiuk@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/scam-bail-muttontown-larceny-eypgd7if"/><id>urn:uuid:078f5970-88b3-4cce-ab26-d0fc57d13a22</id><updated>2026-09-19T08:53:00.502-04:00</updated><summary>Nassau police said Richard Francisco Perozo Rodriguez is charged with attempted grand larceny</summary></entry><entry><title>MS NOW, CNN and Politico say their journalists were denied access to White House after Trump ban</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-ban-ms-now-media-u74390"/><id>urn:uuid:123be812-51d5-4e50-815f-816a00bdb080</id><updated>2026-09-19T08:33:58.551-04:00</updated><summary>Reporters from CNN, MS NOW and Politico have been denied access to the White House.</summary></entry><entry><title>UNGA lingo: A guide to UN General Assembly meeting acronyms, buzzwords and more</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/unga-united-nations-general-assembly-shorthand-lingo-n70346"/><id>urn:uuid:14fe1cfb-9fdb-4841-abf0-caa58c3e1b3a</id><updated>2026-09-19T08:18:45.168-04:00</updated><summary>The U.N. General Assembly is about to host its yearly meeting of world leaders.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island weather: Partly cloudy and dry today, widespread rain on Sunday</title><author><name>Alek Lewis</name><email>alek.lewis@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/weather/weather-rain-sunday-mzk72qo9"/><id>urn:uuid:effdac2e-9054-4d43-bd70-41d69e8c1032</id><updated>2026-09-19T08:11:05.083-04:00</updated><summary>"There could be some heavier showers in there, but nothing like we saw last weekend," forecasters said of the upcoming rain.</summary></entry><entry><title>For Palestinian aid groups, Macklemore's $1M pledge brings relief and attention to ongoing suffering</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/macklemore-ed-sheeran-donation-palestine-i30474"/><id>urn:uuid:a6c5200a-1cc5-4aa3-ab1a-7211a76d1777</id><updated>2026-09-19T08:03:06.638-04:00</updated><summary>Macklemore's $1 million donation pledge is coming at a critical time for Palestinian relief nonprofits.</summary></entry><entry><title>Telehealth companies keep exposing their customers' medical data. What should they do?</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/telehealth-prescription-glp1-ftc-hims-d06999"/><id>urn:uuid:d8809027-3f67-4313-a72a-eab303fd825d</id><updated>2026-09-19T08:01:03.602-04:00</updated><summary>It's not hard to explain why business is booming for telehealth companies.</summary></entry><entry><title>This swing state Republican keeps distancing himself from Trump. It may not save him in the midterms</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/fitzpatrick-trump-pennsylvania-iran-midterms-harvie-house-x02474"/><id>urn:uuid:884eff98-15a3-4e6f-aeac-e75ce7aeb426</id><updated>2026-09-19T07:55:22.937-04:00</updated><summary>It's hard to imagine a Republican who's done more to draw a sharp contrast with the president than Brian Fitzpatrick.</summary></entry><entry><title>Voting groups sound alarm on funding shortfalls that they say could affect midterm turnout</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/midterms-voting-groups-racial-justice-democrats-f82600"/><id>urn:uuid:9474299f-01d1-4820-8575-98f7ac6115ae</id><updated>2026-09-19T07:51:44.665-04:00</updated><summary>Several of the nation's largest left-leaning voter engagement and racial justice organizations are facing steep funding shortfalls and staffing cutbacks.</summary></entry><entry><title>Overnight closures on Sunrise Highway in Hempstead for 4 weeks, DOT says</title><author><name>Joseph Ostapiuk</name><email>joseph.ostapiuk@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/sunrise-highway-lane-closure-xjlr6hd0"/><id>urn:uuid:4bd7fc4b-980f-4cca-a446-65872f1a0698</id><updated>2026-09-19T07:43:01.882-04:00</updated><summary>Parts of Sunrise Highway will be closed beginning Tuesday as workers fix pavement on the roadway in Hempstead Town, according to the state Department of Transportation</summary></entry><entry><title>New laws trigger a fresh legal fight over Nazi-looted art in Los Angeles and Auschwitz museums</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/holocaust-nazis-looted-art-lawsuits-auschwitz-california-d49178"/><id>urn:uuid:ec1b3078-6e85-45a1-b4bb-10035a51cf07</id><updated>2026-09-19T07:15:17.188-04:00</updated><summary>Jewish heirs of Holocaust victims have filed lawsuits in California to reclaim Nazi-looted paintings from museums in Los Angeles and Poland.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Asian Games are open with more athletes than the Summer Olympics and some unfamiliar sports</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/asian-games-opening-ceremony-japan-w01792"/><id>urn:uuid:a760a027-f04b-4e3e-99ce-9cbf429aa323</id><updated>2026-09-19T07:08:33.332-04:00</updated><summary>The opening ceremony of the Asian Games has marked the official start of the 16-day event.</summary></entry><entry><title>Munich's Oktoberfest roars to life as the mayor taps the first keg</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/germany-oktoberfest-beer-munich-j74151"/><id>urn:uuid:b6d27918-c416-4317-af07-9809d7cd3be1</id><updated>2026-09-19T06:48:04.735-04:00</updated><summary>Munich's Oktoberfest has kicked off with the city's mayor tapping the first beer keg, marking the start of the 191st edition of the festival.</summary></entry><entry><title>No. 7 LSU sputters in Lane Kiffin's return to Ole Miss, giving the SEC a pair of top-10 losers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/college-football-lsu-ole-t98767"/><id>urn:uuid:a9fbf15d-2380-48c1-897f-7c6d2a8a820b</id><updated>2026-09-19T06:10:35.388-04:00</updated><summary>Lane Kiffin's much-hyped return to Mississippi ended with a fourth-down failure.</summary></entry><entry><title>Will AI models achieve the ability to improve autonomously? Leading labs say the scenario is near</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/ai-recursive-self-improvement-j24464"/><id>urn:uuid:c3986122-4f00-4514-afbe-3ac05ea49163</id><updated>2026-09-19T06:00:39.245-04:00</updated><summary>AI developers are striving for self-improvement, aiming for technology that can enhance itself.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sandro Mazzola, Italy and Inter Milan soccer star, dies at age 83</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/sandro-mazzola-inter-italy-obit-k45016"/><id>urn:uuid:1b76283a-a2c2-4487-9931-45f5a6bea5a2</id><updated>2026-09-19T05:54:57.060-04:00</updated><summary>Sandro Mazzola, the former Inter Milan captain who was one of Italy's most acclaimed players, has died at 83.</summary></entry><entry><title>Denmark's leaders are cautiously optimistic about Trump's announcement of a Greenland deal</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-greenland-military-denmark-d45997"/><id>urn:uuid:f71bc485-ccce-4161-b7d7-5310d7ad80d9</id><updated>2026-09-19T05:38:14.504-04:00</updated><summary>Denmark's foreign minister has expressed cautious optimism about an agreement with the United States over Greenland in the wake of Donald Trump's announcement of a deal to bolster American military presence on the island.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nassau's new on-demand minibus route part of 'microtransit' trend on Long Island</title><author><name>Alfonso A. Castillo</name><email>alfonso.castillo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/minibus-microtransit-trend-xza0wkta"/><id>urn:uuid:c4b9f548-a304-41e5-be70-e98928fe8644</id><updated>2026-09-19T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>On-demand service costs about 40% less to operate than a traditional fixed bus route.</summary></entry><entry><title>In-home talk therapy for seniors on the rise on Long Island</title><author><name>Sheryl Nance-Nash</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/long-island-in-home-therapy-seniors-m7l9zi97"/><id>urn:uuid:14c0f09b-f6a8-4fcf-bf22-d1d29906c0af</id><updated>2026-09-19T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>In-home talk therapy works for seniors who may not be able to travel or for those who find it difficult.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Charlie's Angels' is 50, good heavens!</title><author><name>Verne Gay</name><email>verne.gay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/tv/charlies-angels-m8c25zqj"/><id>urn:uuid:f234a443-d460-486c-a0a8-b1423974292f</id><updated>2026-09-19T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The 'Angels' went to prison, boogied and had more fun in these memorable shows.</summary></entry><entry><title>Giants WRs coach Chad Hall is brother-in-law of Rams QB Matthew Stafford; Does Big Blue have an advantage?</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-rams-chad-hall-matthew-stafford-opu09euh"/><id>urn:uuid:91614266-f71b-412e-bdbc-f3c67a2b7a63</id><updated>2026-09-19T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>"I'm always pulling for him and pulling for those guys," Matthew Stafford said of Hall and the Giants. "Except for this week when we play them."</summary></entry><entry><title>Sea La Vie Vintage opens in Long Beach</title><author><name>Joe Dziemianowicz</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/fashion-and-shopping/sea-la-vie-vintage-ieqhv37q"/><id>urn:uuid:4ca2cc5d-abdd-4d33-99dd-62b18a2b317c</id><updated>2026-09-19T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Sea La Vie Vintage hosts events and collaborates with vendors, offering a range of vintage clothing, jewelry and home decor.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wall Street week ahead: housing market, unemployment updates</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/wall-street-home-sales-unemployment-inflation-o09991"/><id>urn:uuid:38b7e3ea-67d4-406f-8078-7dd0a4061dc3</id><updated>2026-09-19T04:00:31.660-04:00</updated><summary>Wall Street will get a key update this week on the U.S. housing market, along with an unemployment update.</summary></entry><entry><title>Shelton loses again in Davis Cup as Czechs defeat US to reach Final 8. Zverev wins for Germany</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/davis-cup-tennis-p49019"/><id>urn:uuid:104042bc-3348-4e4a-9da7-ac32ad81a642</id><updated>2026-09-19T03:51:53.489-04:00</updated><summary>The Czech Republic beat the United States to reach the Davis Cup Final 8 after U.S. Open finalist Ben Shelton and Learner Tien both lost their singles matches.</summary></entry><entry><title>US lifts sanctions targeting Eritrea's ruling party and the military</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/us-eritrea-sanctions-tigray-houthi-red-sea-t36037"/><id>urn:uuid:bb3ba9dc-ee18-4784-8893-e0de3f7d566a</id><updated>2026-09-19T03:40:27.732-04:00</updated><summary>The United States has lifted sanctions against Eritrea's ruling party and military, according to the U.S. Department of the Treasury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Saudi Arabia says Houthis tried to attack its capital, and other Mideast developments</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mideast-roundup-news-september-19-2026-s55464"/><id>urn:uuid:9a308e94-9733-45a4-97e6-dd55059eaf8f</id><updated>2026-09-19T03:14:51.121-04:00</updated><summary>Saudi Arabia has confirmed that Yemen's Houthi rebels tried to attack its capital with a ballistic missile.</summary></entry><entry><title>Olympic Council of Asia president says politics have already entered into the Asian Games</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/taiwan-asian-games-olympic-council-of-asia-h73869"/><id>urn:uuid:a1bb56b9-fc12-489e-abed-1ad64a762aad</id><updated>2026-09-19T03:03:52.234-04:00</updated><summary>The president of the Olympic Council of Asia acknowledged that politics — in the form of a welcoming ceremony involving Taiwan — had already entered into the Asian Games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Josue De Paula's 3 walk-up songs and a big double mark his memorable Dodger Stadium debut</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-josue-de-paula-f76329"/><id>urn:uuid:57c9c8fc-98a2-4769-9e71-330c22a2e1d0</id><updated>2026-09-19T02:59:40.497-04:00</updated><summary>Josue De Paula's first week with the Los Angeles Dodgers has been impressive.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pakistani forces end 20-hour standoff with militants in the northwest</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/pakistan-police-mosque-bombing-militant-attack-northwest-n19065"/><id>urn:uuid:9d277aac-a150-4293-9a7d-e2638b243e72</id><updated>2026-09-19T02:43:25.489-04:00</updated><summary>Pakistani security forces have ended a standoff with militants inside a police compound in northwestern Pakistan.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yankees' Ben Rice hits 39th homer, Gerrit Cole becomes winningest No. 1 draft pick in victory over Diamondbacks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/yankees-diamondbacks-score-rgc7tskm"/><id>urn:uuid:92112dff-3de8-460e-b6b2-8293e0679f3c</id><updated>2026-09-19T02:01:32.244-04:00</updated><summary>The Yankees scored five runs in the first inning off Eduardo Rodriguez.</summary></entry><entry><title>Make sweeping change at NUMC</title><author><name>The Editorial Board</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/editorials/nassau-university-medical-center-future-dnt3wt6i"/><id>urn:uuid:ff2ebb6a-f19b-4e00-a785-7c75f1271283</id><updated>2026-09-19T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>As the hospital looks toward the future, this isn't a time for small tweaks or political plays.</summary></entry><entry><title>Moore throws for 4 TD passes as No. 21 Oregon routs Portland State 84-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/portland-state-oregon-score-o04077"/><id>urn:uuid:35d38df8-ceca-494f-8e2d-d4a0c87162c4</id><updated>2026-09-19T01:59:51.047-04:00</updated><summary>Dante Moore threw for 280 yards and four touchdowns and No. 21 Oregon followed a stunning upset at Oklahoma State last weekend with an 84-0 romp over Portland State on Friday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mookie Betts homers twice and Dodgers go back-to-back twice in 8th inning of 8-2 win over Giants</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-giants-score-betts-r93682"/><id>urn:uuid:a42e3ae7-79cf-410c-80d6-21e019c03ab5</id><updated>2026-09-19T01:22:33.568-04:00</updated><summary>Mookie Betts homered twice and the Los Angeles Dodgers went deep four times in the eighth inning of an 8-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ty France's 3-run homer helps Padres to 8-2 win over Marlins and into tie for top NL wild-card spot</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/padres-marlins-score-wild-card-m00716"/><id>urn:uuid:0652784b-1221-4d4d-994f-e2bfd7b1de26</id><updated>2026-09-19T00:48:37.091-04:00</updated><summary>Ty France hit a three-run homer to cap a six-run rally in the fifth inning and the San Diego Padres beat the Miami Marlins 8-2 to pull into a tie with Philadelphia and Chicago for the top National League wild card.</summary></entry><entry><title>Carle Place football puts up 50 points in victory over Lawrence</title><author><name>Mike Anderson</name><email>michael.anderson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/foot-carlee-l25384"/><id>urn:uuid:cc88b877-5db6-4d6a-9408-8054f6784cdd</id><updated>2026-09-19T00:31:58.661-04:00</updated><summary>As far as offense goes, this was about as close to perfect as there is</summary></entry><entry><title>Wesley's late goal gives the Wave a 2-0 victory over the Current</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/current-wave-score-nwsl-b30082"/><id>urn:uuid:66d94e7f-5137-42a9-9f8b-918103880187</id><updated>2026-09-19T00:29:50.361-04:00</updated><summary>Kennedy Wesley scored off Kenza Dali's free kick in stoppage time and the San Diego Wave defeated the Kansas City Current 2-0 in the National Women's Soccer League.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jack Ryan, Tyler Marquart power Carle Place football to 50-point performance in win over Lawrence</title><author><name>Mike Anderson</name><email>michael.anderson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/carle-place-lawrence-moen9une"/><id>urn:uuid:831f37fb-4c38-4fad-8f42-25849701483c</id><updated>2026-09-19T00:21:47.627-04:00</updated><summary>Lawrence was going for back-to-back wins after snapping 28-game losing streak last week.</summary></entry><entry><title>Connor Prielipp and Walker Jenkins lead Twins to 3-0 victory over Angels</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/twins-angels-score-prielipp-jenkins-mlb-q17406"/><id>urn:uuid:2dc1bded-517f-4f63-9b41-caf2cefc1c38</id><updated>2026-09-19T00:16:45.716-04:00</updated><summary>Connor Prielipp allowed two hits in a season-high seven innings and fellow rookie Walker Jenkins homered to lead the Minnesota Twins to a 3-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chris Retzlaff helps Ward Melville football erase 10-point deficit in Suffolk I win over Longwood</title><author><name>Gregg Sarra</name><email>gregg.sarra@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/ward-melville-longwood-football-f919id9m"/><id>urn:uuid:c2ba0c26-2cb2-464f-9e3d-f38f833fafa0</id><updated>2026-09-19T00:15:53.582-04:00</updated><summary>Retzlaff scored two touchdowns and rushed for 63 yards on 19 carries as Ward Melville wiped out a 10-point, second-quarter deficit.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kaitlyn Chen makes five 3-pointers on the way to 17 points off the bench, Valkyries beat Fire 82-66</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/fire-valkyries-score-a36426"/><id>urn:uuid:2b151f45-afe3-49f6-91ab-71006dbae5e2</id><updated>2026-09-19T00:13:12.383-04:00</updated><summary>Kaitlyn Chen scored 17 points off the bench, Laeticia Amihere also scored 17, and the Golden State Valkyries returned from the break for the World Cup and beat the Portland Fire 82-66 for their fifth straight victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Russia holds parliamentary vote in areas it seized from Ukraine in the war</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-parliament-ukraine-vote-election-putin-war-n95987"/><id>urn:uuid:983e6cf1-4315-44b3-9a88-7fa8bdaa67f9</id><updated>2026-09-19T00:12:40.497-04:00</updated><summary>Russia's parliamentary election for the first time is being held in Ukraine's regions that Moscow illegally annexed after the start of its full-scale invasion more than 4 1/2 years ago.</summary></entry><entry><title>Italy sees mosquitos spread the West Nile virus farther and longer as Europe warms</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/italy-west-nile-virus-health-disease-mosquitoes-infection-e55021"/><id>urn:uuid:4a747ecf-55e4-4db4-ba05-6bd95222f04e</id><updated>2026-09-19T00:09:37.935-04:00</updated><summary>Italian health authorities are seeing evidence that rising temperatures and longer warm seasons are helping mosquitoes spread West Nile virus across a wider area, during more months of the year.</summary></entry><entry><title>Oil prices are high but could be much worse. Trump has China's Xi to thank for that</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-xi-iran-oil-china-y76761"/><id>urn:uuid:5e3739af-e194-4b43-8a20-8d9b0f20aa83</id><updated>2026-09-19T00:09:06.219-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump's conflict with Iran has not led to the doomsday oil price spike many feared at the start of the war.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ed Sheeran says situation in Gaza is 'catastrophic and unjustifiable' as he opens concert</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/ed-sheeran-concert-macklemore-philadelphia-n65820"/><id>urn:uuid:3ffcb3ac-37c9-4eee-ac19-b7b27f2b47e4</id><updated>2026-09-19T00:06:17.765-04:00</updated><summary>Ed Sheeran opened a concert in Philadelphia with comments about Gaza, saying what's happening is "catastrophic and unjustifiable."</summary></entry><entry><title>AI fears are fueling progressive Democrat's campaign in Michigan battleground district</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/michigan-election-data-centers-barrett-lawrence-k70146"/><id>urn:uuid:637ebaea-d454-41a9-b1a1-3edec9244744</id><updated>2026-09-19T00:03:24.704-04:00</updated><summary>Will Lawrence, a progressive Democratic congressional candidate in Michigan, is trying to harness unease over the rapid pace of artificial intelligence development to defeat Republican Rep. Tom Barrett.</summary></entry><entry><title>Montes hits leadoff homer in the 9th to lift the Mariners over the Rockies, 5-4</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mariners-rockies-score-p37884"/><id>urn:uuid:6a9e4bb1-0244-4d61-aa9e-32400c4b1afc</id><updated>2026-09-18T23:52:09.189-04:00</updated><summary>Lazaro Montes led off the ninth inning with a 426-foot home run and the Seattle Mariners beat the Colorado Rockies 5-4 on Friday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>White Sox blow 6-run lead and fall out of 1st place in AL Central with 11-8 loss to Tigers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/white-sox-tigers-score-al-central-g42514"/><id>urn:uuid:5a7d26f8-5433-4d1b-be14-0842cff9a96f</id><updated>2026-09-18T23:50:39.790-04:00</updated><summary>Hao-Yu Lee and Riley Greene each hit a two-run homer in a five-run eighth inning as the Detroit Tigers rallied from six down to beat the Chicago White Sox 11-8.</summary></entry><entry><title>No. 13 Texas Tech stops a late 2 and beats No. 22 Houston 28-26 in Big 12 opener</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/houston-texas-tech-score-x91444"/><id>urn:uuid:3c68f739-893e-4ba9-89ad-424d1b80e228</id><updated>2026-09-18T23:42:15.309-04:00</updated><summary>J'Koby Williams and Cameron Dickey ran for second-half touchdowns and defending Big 12 champion No. 13 Texas Tech held on for a 28-26 win when Houston quarterback Conner Weigman came up just short of a 2-point conversion in the final minute.</summary></entry><entry><title>Grand Ram: Guardians' Jose Ramírez hits 1,000 RBIs, only second player in club history reach plateau</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/jose-ramirez-guardians-c18557"/><id>urn:uuid:8ac6759e-3d93-439a-85e7-c7814bdde1f3</id><updated>2026-09-18T23:30:23.639-04:00</updated><summary>Before retiring, José Ramírez will likely own every Cleveland career record that exists.</summary></entry><entry><title>Atlanta Braves clinch 8th playoff berth in 9 years with victory over Astros</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/atlanta-braves-playoffs-r02464"/><id>urn:uuid:8890e7df-d6f2-4616-995f-26809ce76f32</id><updated>2026-09-18T23:26:46.640-04:00</updated><summary>The Atlanta Braves are back in the playoffs after missing out last season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mensah sets ACC consecutive-completions marks, defense rises in 4th as No. 5 Miami tops Wake Forest</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/miami-wake-forest-score-q13970"/><id>urn:uuid:15723d28-90e4-4dd6-9d66-14a09ed2fc99</id><updated>2026-09-18T23:18:28.261-04:00</updated><summary>Darian Mensah connected on his first 24 passes on the way to setting Atlantic Coast Conference records for consecutive completions, and fifth-ranked Miami's defense came up with four straight fourth-quarter stops to beat Wake Forest 33-20 on Friday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fever's Mitchell surprised by postgame party after setting WNBA scoring record in win at Toronto</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/kelsey-mitchell-caitlyn-clark-x60213"/><id>urn:uuid:3e3f912a-521f-450f-b85d-9ae12b567a58</id><updated>2026-09-18T23:14:31.588-04:00</updated><summary>Kelsey Mitchell walked into a postgame celebration without realizing she was the guest of honor.</summary></entry><entry><title>CJ Abrams joins 30-30 club as Nationals rout Cardinals 9-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/nationals-cardinals-score-a83012"/><id>urn:uuid:953df5e3-aef3-408b-825a-c72410dc1f9b</id><updated>2026-09-18T23:11:21.527-04:00</updated><summary>CJ Abrams joined the 30-30 club and Cade Cavalli threw his 200th strikeout of the season as the Washington Nationals defeated the St. Louis Cardinals 9-1.</summary></entry><entry><title>Braves punch playoff ticket as Harris, Acuña and Olson launch 2-run homers in 6-2 win over Astros</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/braves-astros-score-r76341"/><id>urn:uuid:441e9040-569b-4b20-8d54-64c6815aeb3a</id><updated>2026-09-18T23:09:23.257-04:00</updated><summary>Michael Harris II, Ronald Acuña Jr. and Matt Olson each hit a two-run homer as the Atlanta Braves clinched a playoff berth with a 6-2 win over the Houston Astros.</summary></entry><entry><title>This circus in South Africa lifts poor young performers into the spotlight</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-africa-circus-township-aerial-acrobatics-youth-development-l95724"/><id>urn:uuid:d3534858-0706-4316-824e-f4f1fad70ef8</id><updated>2026-09-18T23:02:43.739-04:00</updated><summary>Behind the spectacle of Johannesburg's circus stages is a social program that trains people from under-resourced communities, helping turn talent into professional skills and paid work in a country struggling with high youth unemployment.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chourio's homer and Frelick's RBI single in 10th carry Brewers past Orioles 6-5</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/brewers-orioles-score-l41318"/><id>urn:uuid:4c8a8244-68a3-4141-9dd2-832be5ecf9cd</id><updated>2026-09-18T22:58:45.354-04:00</updated><summary>Jackson Chourio hit a three-run homer, Sal Frelick singled in the go-ahead run in the 10th inning and the surging Milwaukee Brewers beat the Baltimore Orioles 6-5.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sachem North's Luke LaRocca has monster game in Suffolk I win over Floyd</title><author><name>Matt Lindsay</name><email>matt.lindsay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/foot-northgamer-q27472"/><id>urn:uuid:00090795-f77e-43dc-9c76-74f45ec9a4ec</id><updated>2026-09-18T22:42:05.619-04:00</updated><summary>Luke LaRocca has been a steady, solid quarterback the last two years. Two games into</summary></entry><entry><title>Luke LaRocca, Lucas Bouchard team up as Sachem North football runs away from Floyd</title><author><name>Matt Lindsay</name><email>matt.lindsay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/sachem-north-floyd-football-qimdgt9e"/><id>urn:uuid:9e8c3359-b72e-48c1-b60d-2b9dc0219eac</id><updated>2026-09-18T22:26:45.169-04:00</updated><summary>LaRocca threw for 230 yards and three TDs — two to Bouchard — and ran for 85 yards and a score.</summary></entry><entry><title>Red Sox beat Rays 4-2 to close in on playoff spot</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/red-sox-rays-score-l49096"/><id>urn:uuid:bb6f4948-1960-40fc-b83f-796a708ae0fe</id><updated>2026-09-18T22:21:49.674-04:00</updated><summary>Roman Anthony homered and drove in three runs and the Boston Red Sox took a big step toward clinching an American League playoff spot with a 4-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Liberty beat the Lynx 93-81 as Breanna Stewart posts 24 points and 10 rebounds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/liberty-lynx-score-g30829"/><id>urn:uuid:58220e48-71a5-4a21-a3a9-ff0ee7418bc1</id><updated>2026-09-18T22:18:40.063-04:00</updated><summary>Breanna Stewart scored 24 points and grabbed 10 rebounds as the New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 93-81.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fashion executive resigns days after restraining PETA protesters at New York runway show</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/fashion-protesters-peta-steven-kolb-steps-down-q65409"/><id>urn:uuid:692cf41a-0c75-4fd2-87c2-7655fcb183ef</id><updated>2026-09-18T22:18:09.821-04:00</updated><summary>The longtime chief executive of the Council of Fashion Designers of America says he is stepping down.</summary></entry><entry><title>High school roundup: Port Jefferson girls volleyball player Ava Reilly collects 2,000th career assist</title><author><name>Newsday Staff</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/high-school-roundup-d3z3fhk9"/><id>urn:uuid:62dabe57-fe1f-4192-ac91-900a9ef8d106</id><updated>2026-09-18T22:10:36.277-04:00</updated><summary>A recap of Long Island high school sporting events from Thursday and Friday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ducks complete sweep of Hagerstown, advance to Atlantic League Championship Series</title><author><name>Michael Sicoli</name><email>michael.sicoli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/local/ducks/long-island-ducks-a5s3xcci"/><id>urn:uuid:792ebfcc-e196-4958-ae4d-aca313d00932</id><updated>2026-09-18T21:59:04.326-04:00</updated><summary>The Ducks have won 15 of their last 17 games and are chasing their first title since 2019.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kelsey Mitchell scores 33 points to set WNBA season mark as Fever beat Tempo 103-85</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/fever-tempo-score-w80843"/><id>urn:uuid:61f21530-fb8c-4725-bbc8-a02dd23ce656</id><updated>2026-09-18T21:57:24.780-04:00</updated><summary>Kelsey Mitchell scored 33 points to set a WNBA season scoring record, Caitlin Clark had 28 points and matched a season high with 14 assists and the Indiana Fever beat the Toronto Tempo 103-85 on Friday night for their eighth win in 10 games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Teenager Julian Hall scores lone goal in Red Bulls' 1-0 victory over NYCFC</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/new-york-red-bulls-new-york-city-fc-score-mls-b39302"/><id>urn:uuid:23c43565-8a21-4909-a6ab-4953130fc336</id><updated>2026-09-18T21:54:18.502-04:00</updated><summary>Julian Hall scored early in the second half and keeper Ethan Horvath was never tested for the New York Red Bulls in a 1-0 victory over New York City FC at Yankee Stadium.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jose Trevino's 2-run single in 6th inning propels Reds to 6-4 win over Cubs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cubs-reds-score-c75545"/><id>urn:uuid:851077cb-7341-48fc-a766-8bbc02230a6e</id><updated>2026-09-18T21:51:55.558-04:00</updated><summary>Jose Trevino lined a two-run single to right field with the bases loaded in the sixth inning and the Cincinnati Reds rallied for a 6-4 victory over the Chicago Cubs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Thousands join protest outside Kennedy Center, expressing concern that Trump might tear it down</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/trump-kennedy-center-demolish-protest-t62761"/><id>urn:uuid:afc66b0b-32ce-46ce-822c-d508791dc315</id><updated>2026-09-18T21:48:44.594-04:00</updated><summary>Thousands of people have come to protest outside the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.</summary></entry><entry><title>José Ramírez homers, reaches 1,000 RBIs as Guardians down A's 5-3, move into first alone in Central</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/athletics-guardians-score-f27203"/><id>urn:uuid:3efc5fc0-8bb1-404f-93ec-3f9160daab4b</id><updated>2026-09-18T21:48:28.720-04:00</updated><summary>José Ramírez and rookie Travis Bazzana homered and Joey Cantillo pitched six scoreless innings as the Cleveland Guardians rallied to beat the Athletics 5-3 and moved one game ahead of Chicago in the AL Central.</summary></entry><entry><title>Konnor Griffin has 4 hits as the Pirates rally past the Royals to reach .500</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/royals-pirates-score-e84286"/><id>urn:uuid:5904f538-c2a0-4724-8fad-6fe8ad9769e1</id><updated>2026-09-18T21:31:45.068-04:00</updated><summary>Rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin tied a season high with four hits and the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied past Kansas City 8-5.</summary></entry><entry><title>Giants shut down ace Logan Webb for the season with a blister on his finger</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/logan-webb-giants-b71263"/><id>urn:uuid:27ac83d9-fce1-4c28-b0b3-c6d1f2da0a18</id><updated>2026-09-18T21:21:10.216-04:00</updated><summary>The San Francisco Giants have shut down ace Logan Webb for the season due to a blister on his finger.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sachem North shuts out Floyd in second half, cruises to win</title><author><name>Matt Lindsay</name><email>matt.lindsay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/foot-sachemwins-f81965"/><id>urn:uuid:b3b6fcc0-0949-4dbf-bbff-b962f4ef7e12</id><updated>2026-09-18T21:16:25.263-04:00</updated><summary>Luke LaRocca threw for 230 yards and 3 TDs and ran for 85 yards and</summary></entry><entry><title>Lawrence fights back against Carle Place</title><author><name>Mike Anderson</name><email>michael.anderson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/foot-law-u86605"/><id>urn:uuid:02e03f74-4afb-4dcb-9d77-e4d74edf8b44</id><updated>2026-09-18T21:12:47.655-04:00</updated><summary>Lawrence refuses to go away. On 4th-and-19 from Carle Place’s 23, Khalil Brassell threads the</summary></entry><entry><title>Port Washington boys soccer's Jason Vorfi scores twice in win over Freeport</title><author><name>Brian Heyman</name><email>brian.heyman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/boys-soccer/freeport-port-washington-boys-soccer-w9hded3r"/><id>urn:uuid:f19962ae-afb2-4217-b0ce-93d17552f605</id><updated>2026-09-18T21:02:46.933-04:00</updated><summary>The Vikings bounce back from a 2-0 loss to Oceanside with a Friday win.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump will be at the airport to greet Xi when China's leader arrives for his US state visit</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-xi-china-state-visit-dinner-c44934"/><id>urn:uuid:512f62ec-e501-41f2-989b-669efa54d23a</id><updated>2026-09-18T20:55:53.705-04:00</updated><summary>The first state visit by the leader of China in more than a decade takes place next week when President Xi Jinping arrives in Washington for high-stakes talks at the White House with President Donald Trump.</summary></entry><entry><title>Miami running back CharMar Brown exits game at Wake Forest with 1st-half injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/miami-charmar-brown-injury-s53588"/><id>urn:uuid:3306077e-dcaa-4b00-976d-cb21fbcdbc26</id><updated>2026-09-18T20:53:47.908-04:00</updated><summary>Fifth-ranked Miami saw running back CharMar Brown exit Friday night's game at Wake Forest before halftime with an injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ohtani makes productive swing progress on the IL, but no live pitching yet</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/shohei-ohtani-dodgers-l79709"/><id>urn:uuid:2201ea98-09fe-414f-8f96-4a84e402db25</id><updated>2026-09-18T20:30:50.366-04:00</updated><summary>Shohei Ohtani is progressing with his swing while on the injured list, but he hasn't faced pitching yet.</summary></entry><entry><title>Carle Place leads Lawrence by 10 at halftime</title><author><name>Mike Anderson</name><email>michael.anderson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/foot-carle-x81138"/><id>urn:uuid:e6bf06dd-6ff8-45df-add5-2d10bc404002</id><updated>2026-09-18T20:14:23.379-04:00</updated><summary>We have reached halftime. Carle Place leads Lawrence, 24-14. The Tornadoes will receive the second-half</summary></entry><entry><title>East Islip field hockey's Madison Kearney scores winner in shootout</title><author><name>Tess Ferguson</name><email>tess.ferguson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/field-hockey/east-islip-sayville-field-hockey-uyo4yi8y"/><id>urn:uuid:ef2eeb1b-1525-494b-89f8-8210e9d8d306</id><updated>2026-09-18T20:11:47.147-04:00</updated><summary>"I don't think I've ever felt anything like that," she said. "I didn't think I was going to be able to do it."</summary></entry><entry><title>Bolivia approves $1.9 billion IMF deal, eliminates diesel subsidies</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/bolivia-international-monetary-fund-agreement-rodrigo-paz-w49742"/><id>urn:uuid:3c2dcc7a-c7fe-40f6-8297-29f98dc7e1a2</id><updated>2026-09-18T20:10:13.804-04:00</updated><summary>Bolivia's conservative government has won congressional backing for an international loan and moved to end diesel subsidies, risking political backlash.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sachem North leads Floyd by 15 at half</title><author><name>Matt Lindsay</name><email>matt.lindsay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/foot-sachemnorth-u94088"/><id>urn:uuid:a58ba944-3a78-420e-a7ac-d6851fc4d0df</id><updated>2026-09-18T20:03:22.055-04:00</updated><summary>HALFTIME: Sachem North 28, Floyd 13 Stats: Lucas Bouchard: 3 rec, 116 yds, 2 TDs</summary></entry><entry><title>Longwood and Ward Melville in close, low-scoring game</title><author><name>Gregg Sarra</name><email>gregg.sarra@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/foot-longwood-l44980"/><id>urn:uuid:549d9a61-492a-45bc-b459-93bb9916958b</id><updated>2026-09-18T19:59:55.537-04:00</updated><summary>The Longwood football team has an outstanding offensive line and two incredibly talented halfbacks in</summary></entry><entry><title>Dodgers welcome back Edwin Díaz from the IL after a month out with a neck injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-edwin-diaz-p77972"/><id>urn:uuid:c49d81cf-ce18-4dfb-9f02-451a5412b500</id><updated>2026-09-18T19:54:42.564-04:00</updated><summary>Los Angeles Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz has returned from the injured list after a month with a neck injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Arkansas trustees order a sweeping review to revive Razorbacks football</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/arkansas-trustees-football-utah-n28584"/><id>urn:uuid:30c78056-b29b-48d5-bd0c-a35136d7b168</id><updated>2026-09-18T19:44:21.781-04:00</updated><summary>The University of Arkansas trustees voted unanimously Friday to instruct system President Jay B.</summary></entry><entry><title>Astros infielder Carlos Correa says doctor halted his comeback attempt after ankle surgery</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/astros-carlos-correa-injury-u61076"/><id>urn:uuid:068f07db-2ce3-4073-bdfb-985c8aa8d15c</id><updated>2026-09-18T19:41:55.743-04:00</updated><summary>Carlos Correa's attempt to return this year from ankle surgery ended when his doctor said it could put the Houston Astros infielder in jeopardy of not being ready for the start of next season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Under pressure from Trump administration, NYU Langone Health will end gender-affirming care for minors and pay an $8.5M fine</title><author><name>David Olson</name><email>david.olson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/health/langone-health-gender-trump-justice-department-mount-sinai-uv2l9dzg"/><id>urn:uuid:11bdb10d-029c-48f5-9d31-a57467e244af</id><updated>2026-09-18T19:36:29.163-04:00</updated><summary>The head of Gender Equality New York assailed NYU Langone for its "surrender" to the Justice Department, and the Trump administration for "attacking our small, marginalized community."</summary></entry><entry><title>3 killed in Navajo Nation flood include 7-year-old preparing for her birthday</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/severe-weather-flooding-navajo-l54180"/><id>urn:uuid:315b1628-a504-44c9-ae7b-d844299f8ab3</id><updated>2026-09-18T19:32:47.156-04:00</updated><summary>Flash flooding across the Navajo Nation has damaged roads, forced evacuations and claimed three lives as a late-season surge of monsoon moisture brings heavy rain to the Four Corners region.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dodgers owner Mark Walter sued over alleged failure to disclose federal probe to policyholders</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mark-walter-lawsuit-y59368"/><id>urn:uuid:eebe3d88-c16c-41c5-aa38-0d992638f5be</id><updated>2026-09-18T19:29:08.957-04:00</updated><summary>Los Angeles Dodgers owner Mark Walter and several insurance companies he owns are being sued for allegedly failing to disclose a federal investigation to customers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rose Marie Walker</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/rose-marie-walker-and-county-legislator-17th-district-rl41w90c"/><id>urn:uuid:51908137-0dd2-4f19-b6a8-3a60f3e6b797</id><updated>2026-09-18T19:28:17.005-04:00</updated><summary>County Legislator, 17th District</summary></entry><entry><title>Ryan J. Johnson</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/ryan-j-johnson-and-county-legislator-17th-district-mb1ajgh7"/><id>urn:uuid:8dce741d-f13b-44da-8325-0abae8b6a496</id><updated>2026-09-18T19:25:48.007-04:00</updated><summary>County Legislator, 17th District</summary></entry><entry><title>Juleigh Chin</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/juleigh-chin-and-county-legislator-9th-district-mazqbvwk"/><id>urn:uuid:e5eced9c-e59a-4144-9137-1d16b59dd7cc</id><updated>2026-09-18T19:24:11.086-04:00</updated><summary>County Legislator, 9th District</summary></entry><entry><title>Knife attack on Sikh trucker in Wyoming stirs fresh fears in community</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/wyoming-sikh-truck-driver-attack-y11139"/><id>urn:uuid:59569cdc-bbd0-4660-91c8-6f7af2189989</id><updated>2026-09-18T19:17:27.910-04:00</updated><summary>The stabbing of a Sikh truck driver at a Wyoming rest area has the U.S. Sikh community newly on edge.</summary></entry><entry><title>American Jessica Pegula withdraws from Singapore WTA tournament</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/jessica-pegula-withdraws-wta-singapore-l53995"/><id>urn:uuid:d2bcb006-330a-40bf-a255-7b35978f1c59</id><updated>2026-09-18T19:08:24.338-04:00</updated><summary>Jessica Pegula has withdrawn from next week's WTA 500 tennis tournament in Singapore due to a recent heavy workload of matches.</summary></entry><entry><title>UN appoints US agriculture official Luke Lindberg to head the World Food Program</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/food-and-drink/world-food-program-un-lindberg-trump-c38986"/><id>urn:uuid:cae1421c-0cf1-45fe-a7ea-657f1829cfc4</id><updated>2026-09-18T19:08:06.484-04:00</updated><summary>The United Nations has announced the appointment of U.S. agriculture official Luke Lindberg to head the World Food Program.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lions have a lot of things to fix after two tough games in four days</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/detroit-lions-k91630"/><id>urn:uuid:3a0874e2-8473-4d22-9d07-e11bf928981b</id><updated>2026-09-18T19:01:08.270-04:00</updated><summary>The Detroit Lions are grappling with several issues after a 31-30 overtime win against the New Orleans Saints and a 41-31 loss to the Buffalo Bills.</summary></entry><entry><title>Parents awarded $40 million after Uber found liable for passenger who was fatally struck on highway</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/uber-california-death-emily-normandin-parker-m71046"/><id>urn:uuid:059e5aa7-e067-4a45-8790-b6bd8e2a4605</id><updated>2026-09-18T18:59:19.980-04:00</updated><summary>The parents of a young woman who was fatally struck after her Uber driver pulled over on a California highway have been awarded $40 million.</summary></entry><entry><title>Neal Shipley posts 62 for a 1-shot lead with time running out on his PGA Tour rookie season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/neal-shipley-biltmore-championship-asheville-v82280"/><id>urn:uuid:a9cf7cd2-717a-4ed9-94f3-b0339e3c134a</id><updated>2026-09-18T18:57:59.009-04:00</updated><summary>Neal Shipley is giving his rookie season on the PGA Tour a little hope.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former NFL player advocating for those with head injuries encouraged answers are being sought</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/cte-nfl-treatment-head-injury-x92524"/><id>urn:uuid:0bde5dff-8f6e-4823-a914-962b94e52fce</id><updated>2026-09-18T18:49:35.454-04:00</updated><summary>Casey Toohill recently announced his retirement after a six-year NFL career and the defensive end admits to playing with a certain amount of "existential dread" when it came to the pounding his brain took during years of competitive football.</summary></entry><entry><title>West African scientists warn of weakening health systems and urge stronger outbreak detection</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/west-africa-laboratory-scientists-outbreaks-d51774"/><id>urn:uuid:a097f690-2f3e-48e5-8d8f-5016f9508a34</id><updated>2026-09-18T18:39:15.776-04:00</updated><summary>West African laboratory scientists are urging governments to strengthen their capacity to detect disease outbreaks to prevent another major crisis.</summary></entry><entry><title>49ers rookie Kaelon Black's performance helps ease the load on Christian McCaffrey</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/49ers-christian-mccaffrey-kaelon-black-y61124"/><id>urn:uuid:2371f7ee-1cee-4c96-9b41-a71b38c86365</id><updated>2026-09-18T18:34:02.234-04:00</updated><summary>The plan for the San Francisco 49ers to lighten the load for star running back Christian McCaffrey came to fruition in Week 1 with the three-time All-Pro having close to his fewest snaps, rushes and touches since joining the Niners.</summary></entry><entry><title>Houston dealt a blow as Nico Collins ruled out vs the Bengals with a hamstring injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/texans-collins-injury-q41317"/><id>urn:uuid:503d9e6d-c8c1-433f-91ed-87d9ae2b7782</id><updated>2026-09-18T18:29:09.067-04:00</updated><summary>Houston receiver Nico Collins will miss Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals with a hamstring injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump says his son's wedding party being bankrolled by a Russian oligarch is 'totally allowed'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/trump-jr-wedding-oligarch-s71508"/><id>urn:uuid:503fbe87-f69e-4825-8893-5c02e6d3de5d</id><updated>2026-09-18T18:28:50.576-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump is defending his son's wedding party being partially funded by a Russian oligarch.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump to meet acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez in New York next week, White House says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-delcy-rodriguez-meeting-venezuela-e26674"/><id>urn:uuid:77c81958-9b3c-46c7-bd9b-b9bafbd589e0</id><updated>2026-09-18T18:21:14.578-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. president has several meetings scheduled with world leaders during the United Nations General Assembly in New York City next week.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rangers could carry goalies Igor Shesterkin, Dylan Garand and Joonas Korpisalo to start the season</title><author><name>Colin Stephenson</name><email>colin.stephenson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/rangers/rangers-goalie-analysis-ksuj4nzz"/><id>urn:uuid:528ff965-31ee-4566-bad5-5880d8e0df27</id><updated>2026-09-18T18:19:34.823-04:00</updated><summary>Backups Dylan Garand and Joonas Korpisalo would have to be exposed to waivers if one of them was sent down.</summary></entry><entry><title>Denver Broncos go back to basics after their big flop in season opener</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/denver-broncos-jacksonville-jaguars-g92252"/><id>urn:uuid:5259964b-64d8-4e87-b83d-ba70cc5a48f2</id><updated>2026-09-18T18:18:16.775-04:00</updated><summary>Sean Payton's coordinators had their work cut out for them after the Denver Broncos' tough start to the season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill, aiming to choke off funds for Moscow in Ukraine war</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/donald-trump-russia-sanctions-ukraine-lindsey-graham-c69120"/><id>urn:uuid:56725e00-473f-4843-9f67-d4665c66c1c6</id><updated>2026-09-18T18:14:11.736-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump has signed a major sanctions package targeting Russian officials and key sectors of its economy.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump defends bid to put his name on the Kennedy Center</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/donald-trump-kennedy-center-h60731"/><id>urn:uuid:37319802-f729-4dcd-a409-45eaad14e2d0</id><updated>2026-09-18T18:12:48.658-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump is defending his push to put his name on the Kennedy Center, saying he deserves recognition for trying to save it.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jehovah's Witnesses allow blood-derived products but keep ban on whole-blood transfusions</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/jehovahs-witnesses-donated-blood-transfusions-plasma-i09176"/><id>urn:uuid:62a8c171-8add-4ff9-b099-bc46bf2419b9</id><updated>2026-09-18T18:11:32.811-04:00</updated><summary>The Jehovah's Witnesses have partly eased their ban on the medical use of donated blood.</summary></entry><entry><title>Anger in Jamaica over deal to accept migrants expelled by the US</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/migrants-deportation-us-jamaica-m87442"/><id>urn:uuid:2c9f1394-0fcd-4a8f-9537-19760239ade9</id><updated>2026-09-18T18:02:45.692-04:00</updated><summary>A deal to accept migrants expelled by the United States is sparking protests by Jamaica's main opposition party and a host of other groups.</summary></entry><entry><title>A humpback whale was spotted in a California river, 60 miles from its Pacific Ocean home</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/humpback-whale-california-river-f72496"/><id>urn:uuid:574ec383-4406-454e-893d-cc477d53c5ce</id><updated>2026-09-18T17:57:16.511-04:00</updated><summary>An adult humpback whale has been spotted in California's largest river.</summary></entry><entry><title>Potential Democratic candidates race to respond to AI threat amid Trump's dismissals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/ai-trump-democrats-newsom-shapiro-warnings-danger-s96776"/><id>urn:uuid:9cdc08ea-34b8-49be-ae77-c3dc91106408</id><updated>2026-09-18T17:54:10.816-04:00</updated><summary>Amid growing panic over the risks posed by rapidly developing AI technology, potential 2028 Democratic candidates are scrambling to respond — trying to show they are doing something, even as they acknowledge they need a reluctant Washington to step up.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yankees' Aaron Judge to be placed on 10-day IL with right calf strain</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/aaron-judge-yankees-mgxwj6e1"/><id>urn:uuid:6f99ee85-3855-4360-830f-e8e00f19962e</id><updated>2026-09-18T17:52:35.289-04:00</updated><summary>Aaron Judge exited Wednesday's game in Minnesota in the sixth inning with what the Yankees called "right lower leg tightness."</summary></entry><entry><title>Ban on selling handguns to young adults under 21 is unconstitutional, Justice Department says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/justice-department-handguns-young-adults-w74915"/><id>urn:uuid:ed726f1f-3911-4fba-b3f9-3e6c45168b5b</id><updated>2026-09-18T17:50:40.843-04:00</updated><summary>The Justice Department says federal law banning licensed firearms dealers from selling handguns to young adults under age 21 is unconstitutional and can't be enforced.</summary></entry><entry><title>Giants place CB Paulson Adebo on IR, could be shorthanded against Rams on Monday Night Football</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-injuries-hu17dfgv"/><id>urn:uuid:1435e93a-94b0-4172-90b3-48054dc307f4</id><updated>2026-09-18T17:50:23.784-04:00</updated><summary>Deonte Banks (calf) did not practice after he was limited on Thursday, and Greg Newsome II (rib) was limited for the second straight day.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump has a deal to build US military presence in Greenland while leaving island in Denmark's hands</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-greenland-military-denmark-k16121"/><id>urn:uuid:3a277263-8d74-40ec-8074-442765152795</id><updated>2026-09-18T17:47:25.083-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump says he has a deal with Denmark to bolster the U.S. military presence in Greenland.</summary></entry><entry><title>State blames mail delivery issues for dozens of ballots from rural Alaska not counting in primary</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/alaska-elections-late-ballots-b90733"/><id>urn:uuid:fde7c6dd-a467-4dd4-b557-0bafada1d3c7</id><updated>2026-09-18T17:45:46.294-04:00</updated><summary>Officials say 75 absentee in-person ballots cast by voters in rural western Alaska communities arrived too late to be counted in last month's primary election.</summary></entry><entry><title>Florida confirms a death from dengue as the state struggles with one of its worst recent outbreaks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/dengue-death-florida-mosquito-climate-f19402"/><id>urn:uuid:0a045694-c5ad-472d-a3c1-f04a362a819e</id><updated>2026-09-18T17:45:31.798-04:00</updated><summary>Florida is experiencing one of its worst surges of dengue in decades, and the toll now includes a death.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brentford climbs to third in Premier League after sweeping Chelsea aside 3-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/brentford-chelsea-premier-league-a84739"/><id>urn:uuid:0718d99d-f286-45e9-9d25-1892ceac7e77</id><updated>2026-09-18T17:42:56.635-04:00</updated><summary>Brentford has climbed to third in the Premier League after a crushing 3-0 win over west London rival Chelsea.</summary></entry><entry><title>Heat, Larsson agree on 4-year extension worth up to $60 million, AP source says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/miami-heat-pelle-larsson-x34786"/><id>urn:uuid:adff78d3-6cc3-45f1-b9cc-b5c05b86da7e</id><updated>2026-09-18T17:29:59.394-04:00</updated><summary>Pelle Larsson and the Miami Heat have agreed on a four-year contract extension that could be worth up to $60 million.</summary></entry><entry><title>Joe Brady's aggressive approach to Bills offense validated in Josh Allen's production through 2 wins</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/bills-week-2-analysis-s04252"/><id>urn:uuid:ed4625cf-e32b-49db-80d6-3921a93a60e3</id><updated>2026-09-18T17:28:22.349-04:00</updated><summary>Buffalo Bills rookie head coach Joe Brady's aggressive approach to Josh Allen-led offense has so far been validated with a 2-0 start.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mets' Jared Young released from hospital after collision in Thursday's game, won't play again this season</title><author><name>Laura Albanese</name><email>laura.albanese@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/jared-young-mets-mg45zw4q"/><id>urn:uuid:facf7aa8-8fc9-4c72-ad1c-ac584c96a341</id><updated>2026-09-18T17:17:39.006-04:00</updated><summary>"It's as good as could be expected or hoped for, given what we saw last night," interim manager Andy Green said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Audit finds fault in Michigan job training program, claims $59M misspent</title><author><name> Bridge Michigan</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/michigan-workforce-training-program-audit-q39268"/><id>urn:uuid:e7d17c00-638d-4619-bbd1-4e7c7df10b3a</id><updated>2026-09-18T17:11:41.784-04:00</updated><summary>A state audit reveals Michigan's Going Pro Talent Fund spent over $59 million on reimbursing employers for on-the-job training instead of funding education to boost skills and wages.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brazil's Lula ramps up federal push against organized crime in Rio ahead of crucial election</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/brazil-lula-crime-election-y82684"/><id>urn:uuid:f2a98cf4-a717-4008-93e5-925cb3291b01</id><updated>2026-09-18T17:07:25.598-04:00</updated><summary>Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has unveiled a pilot plan to expand the federal government's role in fighting organized crime in Rio de Janeiro.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cuba hit with another blackout as millions across the island are left without electricity</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/cuba-power-outage-k85212"/><id>urn:uuid:07178c7b-42cb-4090-8e78-8f0eba6fbbc2</id><updated>2026-09-18T17:03:31.674-04:00</updated><summary>Cuba's power grid has collapsed, leaving millions of people across the island without electricity.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iran war's cost grows to $43.6 billion in new US military estimate</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-war-costs-us-military-congress-interceptors-u20622"/><id>urn:uuid:290eb7a2-4b58-49d2-80e9-919aad3065bf</id><updated>2026-09-18T16:44:35.208-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. military's price tag for the Iran war has grown to $43.6 billion as of Sept. 3.</summary></entry><entry><title>California school district faces civil rights complaint over programs for Latino youth</title><author><name> The Oaklandside</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/oakland-unified-schools-federal-civil-rights-complaint-k35666"/><id>urn:uuid:91db2049-ca37-4087-a015-93bdcfb3cc1f</id><updated>2026-09-18T16:38:46.272-04:00</updated><summary>A conservative parents' group has filed a federal civil rights complaint against Oakland Unified School District.</summary></entry><entry><title>Utah Mammoth eye deeper postseason run following franchise's first playoff berth</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/utah-mammoth-b84396"/><id>urn:uuid:f9e7ec19-a529-4003-9c05-b15b646d657e</id><updated>2026-09-18T16:32:07.454-04:00</updated><summary>The Utah Mammoth kicked off their third training camp with a bit of extra juice.</summary></entry><entry><title>More U.S. troops have died amid Iran war than Pentagon has disclosed publicly</title><author><name> The Washington Post</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-war-killed-troops-pentagon-ik0sskx3"/><id>urn:uuid:cfedfae0-ecff-4452-af11-5f7d49afc676</id><updated>2026-09-18T16:27:13.705-04:00</updated><summary>More American service members have died in the Middle East during the ongoing Iran war</summary></entry><entry><title>Raccoon captured in Smithtown tests positive for rabies, Suffolk's 27th confirmed case this year</title><author><name>John Asbury</name><email>john.asbury@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/rabies-raccoon-e36zboi5"/><id>urn:uuid:4f5762cd-6a8a-4933-b268-7bd4a44e8ee6</id><updated>2026-09-18T16:24:01.000-04:00</updated><summary>The Suffolk County's 27th terrestrial rabies confirmation this year</summary></entry><entry><title>Security measures at Ole Miss will be heightened for Lane Kiffin's high-profile return with LSU</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/lsu-ole-miss-football-game-security-n26381"/><id>urn:uuid:ef90b1a0-f96e-4023-b0cb-87272abcfabe</id><updated>2026-09-18T16:23:13.645-04:00</updated><summary>Mississippi will assemble the state's largest law enforcement presence ever for a college football game this weekend.</summary></entry><entry><title>Carney says Canada is 'strong' as US borrowing costs rise and Europe ties deepen</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/canada-carney-trump-europe-tariffs-m95380"/><id>urn:uuid:53765e05-1c92-43ec-94a7-5922340c53eb</id><updated>2026-09-18T16:19:34.604-04:00</updated><summary>Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has returned from Europe and cast Canada as moving quickly beyond its historic reliance on the United States.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suffolk officers fail to comply with body camera policies in increasing numbers, oversight report says</title><author><name>Michael O&amp;#39;Keeffe</name><email>michael.okeeffe@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/suffolk-police-body-camera-report-wkbhcwui"/><id>urn:uuid:cbebf6c0-1b12-435d-bca8-331df2089887</id><updated>2026-09-18T16:19:21.573-04:00</updated><summary>Body camera protocols weren't followed in more than half of the Internal Affairs Bureau investigations reviewed by the county's Human Rights Commission.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pitcher Cade Cavalli and Washington Nationals agree to $47 million, 4-year contract through 2030</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cavalli-contract-nationals-p22942"/><id>urn:uuid:02c44077-9e1b-4666-9ca0-959b7d8070fb</id><updated>2026-09-18T16:16:17.482-04:00</updated><summary>Pitcher Cade Cavalli and the Washington Nationals have agreed to a $47 million, four-year contract through the 2030 season, a deal that includes a team option for 2031.</summary></entry><entry><title>How much food, drinks and admissions cost at the new Belmont Park race track</title><author><name>Ben Dickson</name><email>benjamin.dickson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/horse-racing/belmont-park-prices-p96ovi71"/><id>urn:uuid:4c163754-a570-4db3-bfdf-9c2f4c483310</id><updated>2026-09-18T16:06:22.794-04:00</updated><summary>See the prices on food, drinks and admission</summary></entry><entry><title>Steelers rule Joey Porter Jr. out vs. Patriots as back issue lingers amid stalled contract talks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/pittsburgh-steelers-porter-n75945"/><id>urn:uuid:2f8f77cb-c473-41cb-8554-037b79decb37</id><updated>2026-09-18T16:01:26.756-04:00</updated><summary>Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. will not play when the team travels to New England in Week 2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brock Bowers doubtful versus the Chargers as Raiders weigh a game-day decision</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/raiders-bowers-porter-oconnell-chargers-injuries-w01306"/><id>urn:uuid:dbf64bb6-4c2c-4668-a75b-ee4f82dca8df</id><updated>2026-09-18T15:58:04.332-04:00</updated><summary>Brock Bowers is doubtful because of a knee injury and will be a game-day decision when the Las Vegas Raiders visit the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texas freezes installation of Flock cameras along state roads</title><author><name> The Texas Tribune</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/flock-cameras-permits-texas-state-roads-u70063"/><id>urn:uuid:bc29c0d3-1160-44b8-8240-7c143e240215</id><updated>2026-09-18T15:56:12.304-04:00</updated><summary>The Texas Department of Transportation has paused issuing permits for Flock cameras and other automated license plate readers along state roads.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rookie running back Price hopes to build on his NFL debut with the Seahawks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jadarian-price-seattle-seahawks-rookie-e49260"/><id>urn:uuid:ce4fb0b6-7c6a-4af7-8c17-59739788e68e</id><updated>2026-09-18T15:47:19.570-04:00</updated><summary>Seattle Seahawks running back Jadarian Price had a productive NFL debut after sitting out of the team's preseason games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cubs infielder Alex Bregman's horse wins at Churchill Downs, then gets claimed by new owners</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/alex-bregman-cubs-churchill-downs-q67936"/><id>urn:uuid:264f400c-046f-433a-b369-ef8d0d7faaa2</id><updated>2026-09-18T15:43:57.905-04:00</updated><summary>Alex Bregman and his Chicago Cubs teammates celebrated a win at Churchill Downs when Bregman's horse, Act of Parliament, won his race.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kane blazes to 100 Bundesliga goals in record time as Bayern routs Union Berlin 7-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/harry-kane-bayern-munich-goals-record-e64920"/><id>urn:uuid:88173bd1-972c-414b-9ed7-96c15828be3e</id><updated>2026-09-18T15:42:18.375-04:00</updated><summary>Harry Kane has become the fastest player to score 100 goals in the Bundesliga.</summary></entry><entry><title>'The Howard Stern Show': 3 takeaways from the HBO premiere</title><author><name>Verne Gay</name><email>verne.gay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/tv/howard-stern-3-takeaways-sv14eym3"/><id>urn:uuid:0be5c479-f68d-4eb3-b965-90caf2bd71a7</id><updated>2026-09-18T15:19:08.912-04:00</updated><summary>The gang's all here, but does a radio show really work on TV?</summary></entry><entry><title>Judge rules EPA illegally terminated $7 billion solar program intended to help poorer Americans</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/climate-solar-for-all-trump-biden-lawsuit-h34885"/><id>urn:uuid:1b6f7ed4-1290-4b50-a94a-385113de1516</id><updated>2026-09-18T15:17:18.977-04:00</updated><summary>A federal judge in Rhode Island has ruled that the Trump administration illegally terminated a $7 billion Solar for All program intended to make solar power accessible to more than 900,000 lower-income Americans.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vikings will start Carson Wentz at QB vs. Bears with Kyler Murray still in concussion protocol</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/vikings-quarterback-murray-wentz-j16411"/><id>urn:uuid:91f0e4a3-1b81-4f6e-9a16-9c4f3848f8cb</id><updated>2026-09-18T15:17:12.485-04:00</updated><summary>Carson Wentz will start at quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday with Kyler Murray still in the concussion protocol and ruled out of the game at Chicago.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump targets more news outlets, saying he will ban CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-cnn-msnow-politico-media-bans-h74852"/><id>urn:uuid:15a68ece-15b6-45ba-a881-473170392d0c</id><updated>2026-09-18T15:16:15.252-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump says he is barring CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House due to what he called unfavorable coverage, and threatens that more such prohibitions of media outlets could follow.</summary></entry><entry><title>Horse racing returns to rebuilt Belmont Park after a $550 million overhaul</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/horse-racing/belmont-park-reopening-g24199"/><id>urn:uuid:4b037838-b48e-4c42-8b7d-b0b868211fad</id><updated>2026-09-18T15:07:43.136-04:00</updated><summary>Horse racing is back at Belmont Park in New York for the first time in more than three years.</summary></entry><entry><title>FCC grants Paramount's indirect ownership request for Gulf funds in Warner Bros. Discovery buyout</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/paramount-warner-foreign-ownership-equity-fcc-i48469"/><id>urn:uuid:282f2e86-cbdc-4973-b106-bd87433cebf8</id><updated>2026-09-18T15:05:13.477-04:00</updated><summary>As Paramount looks to take over Warner Bros.</summary></entry><entry><title>Belmont Park reopens and they're off to the races</title><author><name>Ben Dickson</name><email>benjamin.dickson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/horse-racing/belmont-park-racing-returns-r2xya5fm"/><id>urn:uuid:a0946784-e000-4677-b1d7-3504bbb53620</id><updated>2026-09-18T14:52:39.774-04:00</updated><summary>After three years and $555 million, the redeveloped race track reopens to the public</summary></entry><entry><title>Dolphins rule out edge rusher Chop Robinson with a concussion for Week 2 at San Francisco</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/dolphins-chop-robinson-concussion-b34301"/><id>urn:uuid:74e406f1-8a71-409c-8416-7e51188a9038</id><updated>2026-09-18T14:44:06.325-04:00</updated><summary>The Miami Dolphins ruled out edge rusher Chop Robinson ahead of their Week 2 matchup at San Francisco because of a concussion.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump announces all 50 states joining Medicaid drug pricing model</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-pharmaceuticals-mfn-drug-pricing-d14537"/><id>urn:uuid:1baceadd-d927-4ed1-9836-18439548441c</id><updated>2026-09-18T14:31:53.971-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump announced that all 50 states will join a program to provide Most Favored Nation pricing for some Medicaid drugs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Meet Earth's newest wild cat species, the first named in over a century</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/bolivia-yungas-tiger-cat-species-national-geographic-current-biology-c66703"/><id>urn:uuid:2918c085-eaf9-45e5-b958-f6476388ae4a</id><updated>2026-09-18T14:30:53.374-04:00</updated><summary>A small, spotted cat at a Bolivian wildlife sanctuary has turned out to belong to a previously unknown species.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nassau insurance broker William Bonomo accused of stealing more than $200,000 in COVID relief</title><author><name>James T. Madore</name><email>james.madore@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/covid-fraud-pandemic-william-bonomo-ppp-eidl-v2vkj59h"/><id>urn:uuid:29704bbc-cc32-48d7-9790-2f5f7585463b</id><updated>2026-09-18T14:22:37.444-04:00</updated><summary>William Bonomo allegedly stole more than $200,000 in pandemic loans and unemployment benefits, according to federal prosecutors</summary></entry><entry><title>Police arrested and beat 2 deportees from the US to Equatorial Guinea, lawyers say</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/africa-equitorial-guinea-migrants-us-arrests-t72071"/><id>urn:uuid:a6f67051-1153-4c2d-bc04-a700c9102f50</id><updated>2026-09-18T14:22:11.509-04:00</updated><summary>Two men deported by the U.S. to Equatorial Guinea were arbitrarily arrested and mistreated, according to their lawyers and rights groups.</summary></entry><entry><title>Plainview woman pleads guilty to driving while high on methamphetamine, causing crash that killed Farmingdale man</title><author><name>Grant Parpan</name><email>grant.parpan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/cassandra-panetta-41-pleaded-guilty-steven-diamond-fatal-crash-p3h2tgbs"/><id>urn:uuid:ac7d29a1-75cb-4ac1-ac8e-2af7f807195a</id><updated>2026-09-18T14:20:14.107-04:00</updated><summary>Cassandra Panetta, 41, pleaded guilty to manslaughter and other charges in the fatal crash that killed Steven Diamond, 55, a passenger in another vehicle.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cavaliers promote Brandon Weems to general manager</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/cavaliers-altman-weems-w48824"/><id>urn:uuid:5ffa03c7-b832-4f30-83c1-e77cf0540e24</id><updated>2026-09-18T14:20:01.052-04:00</updated><summary>The Cleveland Cavaliers have promoted Brandon Weems to general manager.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cooper Rush to make 2nd straight start at quarterback for Falcons in home opener against Panthers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/falcons-quarterbacks-rush-t47758"/><id>urn:uuid:5c0b5681-b602-4188-8349-a70f6aec0909</id><updated>2026-09-18T14:16:56.470-04:00</updated><summary>Atlanta Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski says Cooper Rush will make his second straight start at quarterback in Sunday's home opener against NFC South rival Carolina.</summary></entry><entry><title>Evgeni Malkin is back in Pittsburgh for a 21st season. What happens after that is anyone's guess</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/evgeni-malkin-pittsburgh-penguins-e78690"/><id>urn:uuid:c256f11e-b040-4844-a0a7-d1932007c7f4</id><updated>2026-09-18T14:16:00.988-04:00</updated><summary>Evgeni Malkin remains passionate about hockey as he starts his 21st season with the Pittsburgh Penguins.</summary></entry><entry><title>NHL training camps are shorter this year. How will that affect Islanders rookie Victor Eklund and others?</title><author><name>Andrew Gross</name><email>andrew.gross@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/islanders/islanders-victor-eklund-jl40clzd"/><id>urn:uuid:fa2993a3-6640-481a-b689-ad7a3246e2a6</id><updated>2026-09-18T14:14:15.113-04:00</updated><summary>New CBA shrunk camp by a week and reduced preseason games to four</summary></entry><entry><title>Tips for finding budget hotels in New York City</title><author><name>The Washington Post</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/hostels-tiny-hotel-rooms-nyc-hnlhb5j8"/><id>urn:uuid:0b9d1d96-2bc8-4a27-b3cf-6a42e7bda100</id><updated>2026-09-18T14:02:58.428-04:00</updated><summary>Navigating the world of hostels, shared bathrooms and teeny tiny hotel rooms.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jazz lock in Keyonte George with a multiyear extension as part of a major rebuild</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/keyonte-george-jazz-contract-extension-ainge-t00701"/><id>urn:uuid:c4f10cbb-4921-4b9b-b208-854e3c40ff9f</id><updated>2026-09-18T14:00:01.670-04:00</updated><summary>Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George signed a multiyear extension Friday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Is the Iran war turning young voters away from Republicans ahead of the midterms?</title><author><name> Eloise Cassier</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/iran-war-young-voters-cqm2tq29"/><id>urn:uuid:3190a9e6-380f-4736-ba5b-b87054957226</id><updated>2026-09-18T14:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Gen Z Trump supporters regret their vote, a recent poll finds.</summary></entry><entry><title>Oheka Castle auction prompts anxiety in the neighborhood around it</title><author><name>Deborah S. Morris and Sam Kmack</name><email>sam.kmack@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/oheka-castle-auction-neighborhood-cold-spring-hills-qonk9kc5"/><id>urn:uuid:dd184bf4-3256-4103-94ae-14b1751d69db</id><updated>2026-09-18T13:58:28.530-04:00</updated><summary>The likely addition of nearly 100 condos and a new owner has stirred nearby residents' unease.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island schools flagged for lead in water fixtures</title><author><name>Lorena Mongelli</name><email>lorena.mongelli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/lead-water-long-island-schools-s7rgyvwh"/><id>urn:uuid:85090228-3da0-4459-8d12-4d5cae789743</id><updated>2026-09-18T13:47:35.955-04:00</updated><summary>More than one-third of Long Island schools had at least one water fixture used for drinking or cooking that exceeded the state's standard for lead, according to a new report.</summary></entry><entry><title>Shapiro admin rules for Pennsylvania Medicaid recipients spark lawsuit from people with disabilities</title><author><name> Spotlight PA</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/shapiro-rules-pennsylvania-medicaid-disabilities-lawsuit-o06768"/><id>urn:uuid:7821f86d-0dc6-4be9-8885-f6790639323c</id><updated>2026-09-18T13:27:54.128-04:00</updated><summary>Four Pennsylvanians with intellectual and developmental disabilities have filed a class action lawsuit against new caregiver and travel rules in Pennsylvania's Medicaid program.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tom Rock: Geno Smith, the Jets and the 'promised land'? Maybe that's not so far-fetched right now</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/tom-rock/jets-geno-smith-vbuk6tlz"/><id>urn:uuid:6f6d3708-a41b-4898-8fdc-d2bb5aa5d1cd</id><updated>2026-09-18T13:27:33.449-04:00</updated><summary>Geno has given Jets fans a respite from the traditional mourning that occurs as soon as the season starts</summary></entry><entry><title>Mancini calls up 34 players for his first Italy squad since returning</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/mancini-italy-squad-nations-league-e02754"/><id>urn:uuid:05ee2baa-f046-4d43-be72-5df1a87c9a4a</id><updated>2026-09-18T13:25:04.267-04:00</updated><summary>Roberto Mancini has called up 34 players to his first Italy squad since returning as coach.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Pentagon is moving forward with mandatory testosterone testing for most male troops</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/testosterone-testing-troops-pentagon-hegseth-k78984"/><id>urn:uuid:02767c9c-72c1-49a7-843d-3029e8b6527c</id><updated>2026-09-18T13:20:10.414-04:00</updated><summary>The Pentagon has rolled out formal guidance for mandatory testosterone testing for male service members 30 and older.</summary></entry><entry><title>France coach Zidane picks 5 new faces in first squad and calls time on Benzema, Kante</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/france-zidane-squad-list-b98579"/><id>urn:uuid:b9201b15-3d63-4c9b-b046-e010fb82d1f2</id><updated>2026-09-18T13:20:05.033-04:00</updated><summary>Zinedine Zidane has started building the France team of the future by picking several new faces when naming his first squad since taking charge.</summary></entry><entry><title>Holdout juror in Clancy trial didn't have 'any doubts' that she was responsible for killing her kids</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lindsay-clancy-holdout-juror-michael-desronvil-speaks-n46444"/><id>urn:uuid:91b33a12-814e-4c64-84f9-ddccda01d45d</id><updated>2026-09-18T13:16:07.672-04:00</updated><summary>The lone juror who wanted to convict Lindsay Clancy of murder for killing her three children said he was certain of her guilt, but that other jurors wouldn't listen to him.</summary></entry><entry><title>US envoy to NATO criticizes Czech Republic's 'disappointing' spending on defense</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/czech-republic-nato-defense-spending-whitaker-v54691"/><id>urn:uuid:78d2e710-36ed-42f2-9656-8da72ab95456</id><updated>2026-09-18T13:15:47.495-04:00</updated><summary>United States ambassador to NATO has criticized the Czech Republic for not spending enough on defense.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump administration begins building border wall in Texas' Big Bend region</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/border-wall-immigration-trump-texas-customs-border-protection-g19775"/><id>urn:uuid:92ca2c21-d8ae-4acc-ac8e-11413ae6da3e</id><updated>2026-09-18T13:11:10.497-04:00</updated><summary>The Trump administration has started building the border wall in the Big Bend region of west Texas.</summary></entry><entry><title>What to stream: 'A Different World,' 'Toy Story 5' and Kenny Chesney</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/what-to-stream-september-2026-m71336"/><id>urn:uuid:9cd7ad84-8ba2-4877-bbe8-517f55481e1b</id><updated>2026-09-18T13:05:21.019-04:00</updated><summary>Disney+ is adding "Toy Story 5" to its lineup this week.</summary></entry><entry><title>In 'If I Go Will They Miss Me,' a family seeks healing under the LAX flight path</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/if-i-go-will-they-miss-me-o27687"/><id>urn:uuid:d8e0114a-b1e2-4384-9b63-a148b873fa3e</id><updated>2026-09-18T12:38:17.894-04:00</updated><summary>Writer-director Walter Thompson-Hernández's feature film "If I Go Will They Miss Me" explores connection and healing under the LAX flight path.</summary></entry><entry><title>Shake Shack on the Thames, then kickoff at Wembley for Kansas and Arizona State</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/kansas-arizona-state-london-ted-lasso-u54967"/><id>urn:uuid:b641e5a6-4dfc-4e4a-9d10-9df6bab058a5</id><updated>2026-09-18T12:32:00.044-04:00</updated><summary>The Jayhawks and Sun Devils skipped tea and feasted on Shake Shack burgers along the Thames River.</summary></entry><entry><title>Two-time All-Pro cornerback Stephon Gilmore retires as member of Patriots</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/stephon-gilmore-patriots-retirement-m30509"/><id>urn:uuid:fd1360dc-d7fa-4129-bfee-c141f5d5ba06</id><updated>2026-09-18T12:23:00.196-04:00</updated><summary>Stephon Gilmore, one of the most dominant cornerbacks of his era, is officially retiring as a member of the New England Patriots.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jorge Alexander Huezo Villatoro charged in machete killing of Tadeo Alvarado-Chavez in Uniondale</title><author><name>John Valenti</name><email>john.valenti@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/uniondale-homicide-arrest-bnirc852"/><id>urn:uuid:58c4fb77-ea31-4db6-acdb-77a5907ff91f</id><updated>2026-09-18T12:21:21.212-04:00</updated><summary>Jorge Alexander Huezo Villatoro, of El Salvador, is charged with second-degree murder in the killing of Tadeo Alvarado-Chavez, who was found at a Uniondale strip mall, Nassau police said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Judge isn't swayed by government's claims that plans for an 'anti-weaponization fund' are dead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-settlement-fund-irs-lawsuit-judge-brinkema-e32384"/><id>urn:uuid:514030e3-2e68-4641-833b-6f20b1d85398</id><updated>2026-09-18T12:18:06.390-04:00</updated><summary>A federal judge who blocked the creation of a $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization fund" for compensating President Donald Trump's political allies isn't swayed by a government attorney's assurances that the concept is abandoned.</summary></entry><entry><title>Patrick Reed retires with a hand injury midway through second round of BMW PGA Championship</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/patrick-reed-bmw-pga-championship-x39933"/><id>urn:uuid:b6452e9b-3ee6-47e5-91f5-b69cea8aad3e</id><updated>2026-09-18T12:08:53.999-04:00</updated><summary>Patrick Reed has been forced to retire from the BMW PGA Championship with a hand injury midway through the second round.</summary></entry><entry><title>Why Trump's renaming fixation is frightening</title><author><name>Mireille Rebeiz</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/trump-renaming-fixation-lake-america-ontario-d06n59he"/><id>urn:uuid:33bda822-50d4-4744-a603-f5f42b55d616</id><updated>2026-09-18T12:05:32.287-04:00</updated><summary>This behavior is deeply disturbing.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bernie Williams joining 'Buena Vista Social Club'</title><author><name>Daniel Bubbeo</name><email>daniel.bubbeo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/theater/bernie-williams-buena-vista-pqt1hp8g"/><id>urn:uuid:1ca3f223-9ccb-4083-924a-71cbb961ad23</id><updated>2026-09-18T12:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Bernie Williams joins the show Oct. 22, while José Iglesias remains through Nov. 15.</summary></entry><entry><title>Charges upgraded against Stephen Aylward, accused of fatal hit-and-run of Yusuf Gul along Robert Moses Causeway</title><author><name>Grant Parpan</name><email>grant.parpan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/stephen-aylward-yusuf-gul-nnjgyk4d"/><id>urn:uuid:aa1f7b30-37cf-47a9-8a07-80845869f7ce</id><updated>2026-09-18T11:55:52.093-04:00</updated><summary>The upgraded charges include a felony count for leaving the scene of a fatal crash and several charges for driving while intoxicated.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hicksville schools lockout lifted, police determine there was no danger after public library report of bomb threat</title><author><name>John Valenti</name><email>john.valenti@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/school-closed-library-bomb-threat-sohfxnx0"/><id>urn:uuid:b0482bdb-40bf-4bf4-b024-0ecd27951fd1</id><updated>2026-09-18T11:38:40.038-04:00</updated><summary>Police had been investigating after the Hicksville Public Library closed due to what it described on its website as a bomb threat.</summary></entry><entry><title>Belmont Park reopens after $555M rehab as Hochul vows to give fans a Triple Crown</title><author><name>Janon Fisher</name><email>janon.fisher@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/belmont-park-hochul-h8rgwh7b"/><id>urn:uuid:8b155fa5-2f41-4bfd-8c27-a606d511915f</id><updated>2026-09-18T11:36:16.444-04:00</updated><summary>Hochul's pledge comes at a time when horse racing officials are rearranging the running of several high-profile races.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brazilian police arrest a suspect in dozens of killings</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/brazil-serial-killer-arrested-dasilva-s30263"/><id>urn:uuid:9dd1fe38-5db9-4570-b3b6-ba0e51e9f003</id><updated>2026-09-18T11:26:12.392-04:00</updated><summary>Brazilian police have announced they will reopen dozens of cases linked to a self-confessed serial killer.</summary></entry><entry><title>Infantino's opponents at FIFA call for $10M payments to federations from post-World Cup reserves</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/uefa-fifa-infantino-l06050"/><id>urn:uuid:1dbcd58a-070d-4861-9ddb-d5935f1aa5b1</id><updated>2026-09-18T11:16:51.683-04:00</updated><summary>FIFA's vice presidents from Europe and North America have said in a letter to its president Gianni Infantino that each of the world soccer body's member federations should each get an extra $10 million from its rising cash reserves.</summary></entry><entry><title>Peter de Caluwe to become Salzburg Festival artistic director in October 2027</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/peter-de-caluwe-salzburg-festival-o45887"/><id>urn:uuid:9e1937b0-8e27-40df-b77d-a937236147db</id><updated>2026-09-18T10:48:27.867-04:00</updated><summary>Peter de Caluwe will become the artistic director of the Salzburg Festival in October 2027.</summary></entry><entry><title>Duncan Sheik, Tony- and Grammy-winning 'Spring Awakening' composer and pop star, dies at 56</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/duncan-sheik-dies-x52012"/><id>urn:uuid:5dd7a148-282a-44e3-8730-440b4b0ade8c</id><updated>2026-09-18T10:46:59.547-04:00</updated><summary>Tony- and Grammy-winning musician Duncan Sheik has died at 56.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sterling Equities owners split as part of major Long Island developing firm's planned transition</title><author><name>Celia Young</name><email>celia.young@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/real-estate/sterling-equities-nyhldedi"/><id>urn:uuid:e1b92ea8-c2f5-43d6-b882-a1858e6d4d50</id><updated>2026-09-18T10:46:44.375-04:00</updated><summary>The firm helped build UBS Arena, and is developing New York City FC's new soccer stadium.</summary></entry><entry><title>Macron orders protections for infrastructure, citing a growing Russian threat</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-macron-france-cyberattacks-y96274"/><id>urn:uuid:efa109a7-88b1-4ac0-9823-87eea862793f</id><updated>2026-09-18T10:36:03.737-04:00</updated><summary>French President Emmanuel Macron has asked his government to prepare a plan to protect critical infrastructure against drone and cyberattacks.</summary></entry><entry><title>UK air traffic controller blames a millisecond-software glitch for flight cancellations</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/britain-air-traffic-control-software-glitch-v65277"/><id>urn:uuid:581f5edc-b3ac-49e9-918e-8c341590ed56</id><updated>2026-09-18T10:27:34.864-04:00</updated><summary>A preliminary report has blamed a software defect for the cancellation of over 2,000 flights in the United Kingdom last week.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ben Shelton suffers Davis Cup defeat in 1st match since US Open final</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/ben-shelton-davis-cup-r53737"/><id>urn:uuid:e4d870bd-de8f-46fd-862a-60f5035fead4</id><updated>2026-09-18T10:06:12.702-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. Open finalist Ben Shelton has struggled to dominate with his serve and has been beaten 6-4, 6-4 by 24th-ranked Jiri Lehecka as the Czech Republic drew level 1-1 with the United States in the last qualifying round for the Davis Cup Final 8.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gerard leads by 2 at Wentworth after big finish as Rahm, Reed and Fleetwood miss cut</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/rahm-bmw-pga-championship-mcilroy-v92344"/><id>urn:uuid:10ef17b0-828b-490d-aef2-6c47a165cc56</id><updated>2026-09-18T10:02:11.569-04:00</updated><summary>Ryan Gerard has finished eagle-birdie to shoot a 7-under 65 and take a two-stroke lead after the second round of the BMW PGA Championship.</summary></entry><entry><title>German-American soccer player Noahkai Banks has chosen to play for Germany, coach says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/noahkai-banks-germany-usmnt-c56049"/><id>urn:uuid:f6514a0d-27c2-497a-abe5-236748d5fa40</id><updated>2026-09-18T09:59:57.633-04:00</updated><summary>German-American defender Noahkai Banks has decided to play for Germany in future, the country's national under-21 coach Antonio Di Salvo says.</summary></entry><entry><title>Russia lodges protest with Japan over US Typhoon missile deployment</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-japan-us-missiles-typhon-kyushu-c31305"/><id>urn:uuid:2990e4da-9dcc-4dd3-ba77-9aaa11c130bd</id><updated>2026-09-18T09:49:22.665-04:00</updated><summary>Russia's Foreign Ministry says that it has sent a note to Japan over its hosting of U.S. medium-range missile systems.</summary></entry><entry><title>Interpol has a new tool to track down loot that criminals are stashing away around the world</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/interpol-france-italy-brazil-crime-police-e18976"/><id>urn:uuid:c9043903-92dc-4bc7-899a-8ec91f4e3619</id><updated>2026-09-18T09:37:15.814-04:00</updated><summary>Interpol is rolling out a new tool to track down hidden criminal assets, and an Italian crime boss was one of the first to feel its effects.</summary></entry><entry><title>Czech Republic coach Santi Denia keeps large part of World Cup squad for Nations League games</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/czech-squad-denia-nations-league-p73219"/><id>urn:uuid:76eaaf01-f561-40c2-ae2c-814d9ac29e2c</id><updated>2026-09-18T09:32:15.946-04:00</updated><summary>Newly appointed Czech Republic coach Santi Denia included three newcomers in his first squad to face Croatia, England and World Cup champion Spain in the Nations League.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kremlin orders Russia businesses of Nestle, Auchan seized</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/russia-ukraine-nestle-auchan-putin-q77839"/><id>urn:uuid:f01a12ba-f616-49e0-bf99-04da0b018015</id><updated>2026-09-18T09:29:26.830-04:00</updated><summary>The Kremlin ordered the Russian businesses of Swiss-based food and beverage company Nestle and French retailer Auchan placed in temporary administration, in a procedure that previously has led to the sale of Western businesses at knockdown prices.</summary></entry><entry><title>Saddiq Bey, Pelicans agree on a 3-year, $55.5 million contract extension</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/saddiq-bey-new-orleans-pelicans-j09481"/><id>urn:uuid:a1411ff3-7ed5-47da-a86e-f9b6e1bcd3c9</id><updated>2026-09-18T09:15:36.124-04:00</updated><summary>Saddiq Bey has agreed to a three-year contract extension with the New Orleans Pelicans that will pay the veteran power forward $55.5 million.</summary></entry><entry><title>One thing that hasn't changed in 250 years: Americans' willingness to get suckered</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/snake-oil-ponzi-charlatan-influencers-health-wellness-y43069"/><id>urn:uuid:97736bac-ecb4-4d89-b84c-243a63ffee25</id><updated>2026-09-18T09:15:27.007-04:00</updated><summary>America is the land of possibility and the land of cockamamie schemes.</summary></entry><entry><title>English soccer club sorry for launching 'United 93' clothing range around 9/11 anniversary</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/oxford-united-93-apology-b97806"/><id>urn:uuid:4f905875-13b4-435f-bc43-deeafe896899</id><updated>2026-09-18T09:15:01.108-04:00</updated><summary>English soccer club Oxford United has apologized for releasing U.S.-style apparel with "United 93" on the back around the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sun, sea and soldiers: Greek island tourists get front-row seats for military drills</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/greece-egypt-military-exercise-tourists-x72409"/><id>urn:uuid:c85cfa7b-69f3-4480-9e17-e06fe50e38cd</id><updated>2026-09-18T09:07:41.268-04:00</updated><summary>Tourists on the Greek island of Crete got an unexpected, front-row view of Medusa 15, a major military exercise led by Greece and Egypt.</summary></entry><entry><title>Scientists hope deeper-rooted soybeans can withstand climate extremes and store more carbon</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/climate-carbon-roots-agriculture-research-weather-i64335"/><id>urn:uuid:7843118c-e81f-4885-9edf-f0a369b56ce8</id><updated>2026-09-18T09:02:00.712-04:00</updated><summary>For years, scientists have explored ways to remove carbon from the atmosphere, including through direct air capture, changes to ocean chemistry so seawater can absorb more carbon and reforestation.</summary></entry><entry><title>A new stage for '¡GOOOOL!': Andrés Cantor's next move is to Netflix for Women's World Cup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/netflix-womens-world-cup-cantor-t39462"/><id>urn:uuid:d3307d55-cb77-4501-8138-22efe0833fed</id><updated>2026-09-18T09:00:26.948-04:00</updated><summary>Andrés Cantor and his iconic "¡GOOOOL!"</summary></entry><entry><title>Princess Diana's famous 'revenge dress' goes on show ahead of Sotheby's auction</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/princess-diana-revenge-dress-sothebys-auction-g13595"/><id>urn:uuid:c78c0f8c-88c3-456d-b9df-6b469ae7f733</id><updated>2026-09-18T08:45:41.552-04:00</updated><summary>A striking black dress worn by Princess Diana on the day her estranged husband admitted adultery is going up for auction at Sotheby's.</summary></entry><entry><title>Romania's prime minister-designate teams up with 3 parties in a bid to form cabinet</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/romania-politics-muresan-government-p14696"/><id>urn:uuid:2bb145d5-4e1e-4b8d-b35f-ee8b0e762e18</id><updated>2026-09-18T08:38:19.557-04:00</updated><summary>Romania's Prime Minister-designate Siegfried Muresan says he will try to form a government with three political parties despite lacking a parliamentary majority.</summary></entry><entry><title>College sports bill inches ahead in the Senate even as Congress punts other issues</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/college-sports-senate-ncaa-q21671"/><id>urn:uuid:a695c687-2b56-4a72-bca6-6a446c7fe981</id><updated>2026-09-18T08:36:51.833-04:00</updated><summary>Congress has struggled to pass major legislation this year, putting off debates on spending, defense, cryptocurrency and artificial intelligence.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: Trump says he is banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from White House over their coverage</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/president-donald-trump-midterm-election-w70841"/><id>urn:uuid:9091fbca-3623-4a96-a50b-930e73f1bd64</id><updated>2026-09-18T08:29:23.742-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump says he is banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House due to what he called unfavorable coverage.</summary></entry><entry><title>Taiwan holds first joint military drills using attack drones ahead of Trump-Xi summit in the US</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/taiwan-military-drills-drones-china-us-summit-r00920"/><id>urn:uuid:4e6d6ecd-ce7d-403a-b5d6-bfdfed4a5609</id><updated>2026-09-18T08:21:03.579-04:00</updated><summary>Taiwan's president has overseen military drills featuring missiles and drones on Friday, ahead of a planned summit next week between the U.S. and Chinese leaders in which the fate of the self-ruled island will be discussed.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump pushes his $5,000 'dividend' pledge if GOP wins midterms. Republican candidates, not as much</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/trump-dividend-5000-republicans-m79771"/><id>urn:uuid:e873e501-bb44-4a59-8cdc-0e4d28049629</id><updated>2026-09-18T08:11:40.378-04:00</updated><summary>Naturally, Republicans running for Congress should campaign on President Donald Trump's promise to pay adult Americans $5,000 if the GOP wins the midterm elections.</summary></entry><entry><title>New coach Xavi Hernandez leaves Memphis Depay out of the Netherlands squad for Nations League</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/netherlands-squad-soccer-xavi-memphis-bommel-c46942"/><id>urn:uuid:62e1cda5-1e15-45ce-885f-7675d5a38b73</id><updated>2026-09-18T08:11:31.907-04:00</updated><summary>New Netherlands coach Xavi Hernandez has left all-time top scorer Memphis Depay out of his 26-man squad for upcoming Nations League matches.</summary></entry><entry><title>ICE officer pleads not guilty to charges he lied to the FBI about nonfatal Minneapolis shooting</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/immigration-minnesota-castro-ice-b82517"/><id>urn:uuid:c727d584-6362-4491-963e-9fe6fc3f250e</id><updated>2026-09-18T08:09:11.826-04:00</updated><summary>A federal immigration officer is pleading not guilty to federal charges that he lied to the FBI about being attacked before he shot and wounded a Venezuelan man during the immigration crackdown in Minneapolis.</summary></entry><entry><title>Russia makes partial soccer return in FIFA draw for boys' Under-15 World Cup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/fifa-under15-world-cup-azerbaijan-russia-d10238"/><id>urn:uuid:8c02a130-f905-4310-b2f3-2373f7fbc8bf</id><updated>2026-09-18T07:56:05.035-04:00</updated><summary>Russia is making a partial return to international soccer after being included in the draw for the boys' Under-15 World Cup festival announced Friday by FIFA.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man charged with trying to scam Long Island woman, 84, out of nearly $50G</title><author><name>John Valenti</name><email>john.valenti@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/arrest-scam-citibank-fraud-alert-sc47i4ht"/><id>urn:uuid:a9b1896c-4b76-4a05-b3db-111a36fe139c</id><updated>2026-09-18T07:50:17.786-04:00</updated><summary>Police said the woman received "a security alert on her computer" claiming to be from Citibank's fraud department.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cristiano Ronaldo included in Nations League squad by new Portugal coach</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/cristiano-ronaldo-portugal-squad-w88003"/><id>urn:uuid:7388a3a7-0590-4807-b694-9ea83c5a038c</id><updated>2026-09-18T07:29:54.493-04:00</updated><summary>Cristiano Ronaldo was included in Portugal's squad by new coach Jorge Jesus for its upcoming Nations League games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Attorney General Blanche's appearances at political events blur Justice Department boundaries</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/todd-blanche-politics-trump-justice-department-v76111"/><id>urn:uuid:a254bb0f-31bc-4bd5-b9cf-178fc12f8750</id><updated>2026-09-18T07:26:59.779-04:00</updated><summary>Attorney General Todd Blanche is blurring traditional boundaries between politics and federal law enforcement with speeches at political events that depart from longstanding norms meant to protect the Justice Department from the appearance of partisan bias.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cops seize 1,000 pounds of marijuana at Southampton house after 911 call, arrest 1</title><author><name>Maureen Mullarkey</name><email>maureen.mullarkey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/police-marijuana-seizure-vnq97zyw"/><id>urn:uuid:095cf6a3-64ff-4661-b5d6-91818e307be3</id><updated>2026-09-18T07:17:54.302-04:00</updated><summary>One man was charged with first-degree criminal possession of cannabis.</summary></entry><entry><title>Zelenskyy hosts leaders from 7 countries for a regional summit</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-ukraine-war-zelenskyy-summit-b89353"/><id>urn:uuid:727ac7b6-6b0e-4f25-b1a0-2077139540b5</id><updated>2026-09-18T07:17:52.945-04:00</updated><summary>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has welcomed leaders from seven regional countries for talks on deepening cooperation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island Rail Road trains back on schedule after downed wires caused morning delays</title><author><name>Maureen Mullarkey</name><email>maureen.mullarkey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/long-island-rail-road-train-delays-d4bnih16"/><id>urn:uuid:2d85171d-ffa6-48b8-a7f3-0e8ec4334fd4</id><updated>2026-09-18T07:06:17.826-04:00</updated><summary>The Hempstead, Far Rockaway and Port Jefferson branches were experiencing issues.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vance blasts Democrats as 'lunatics' in Iowa rally push for GOP candidates</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/jd-vance-iowa-republicans-senate-governors-n86857"/><id>urn:uuid:53028cda-1376-429a-9877-c019007e5dfb</id><updated>2026-09-18T07:02:53.973-04:00</updated><summary>Vice President JD Vance has defended the Trump administration's policies and Iowa GOP candidates, calling Democrats the party of "lunatics."</summary></entry><entry><title>At least 4 killed as floods inundate more than 16,000 homes in Vietnam</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/vietnam-floods-deaths-p79357"/><id>urn:uuid:1ada3a26-b1f2-410f-a4b8-604b5a505ed1</id><updated>2026-09-18T06:43:54.790-04:00</updated><summary>At least four people were killed in heavy rains, floods and landslides in northern and central Vietnam, authorities said Friday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Spain coach announces Nations League squad in Ceuta in show of support after its migration crisis</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/spain-squad-nations-league-ceuta-x00147"/><id>urn:uuid:4402a6cd-3e3f-48a0-9994-ee8545b806ec</id><updated>2026-09-18T06:41:48.453-04:00</updated><summary>Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has announced his Nations League squad from Ceuta in a show of support for the Spanish city in northern Africa that has become the center of a migration crisis.</summary></entry><entry><title>Warren Buffett gives up chairman title at Berkshire Hathaway in the next step of his succession plan</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/berkshire-hathaway-buffett-n98663"/><id>urn:uuid:7ae234d2-1dac-4a3e-9033-2028f60ed0c6</id><updated>2026-09-18T06:38:34.764-04:00</updated><summary>Warren Buffett is stepping down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway in the next step of the transition at the top of the $1 trillion conglomerate he led for more than six decades.</summary></entry><entry><title>Britain's Prince William reveals finalists for Earthshot environmental prize</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/britain-earthshot-prince-william-environment-q46750"/><id>urn:uuid:b7089873-ff59-4553-aae9-4d36a5e05a53</id><updated>2026-09-18T06:05:45.432-04:00</updated><summary>The Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative is an organization helping wildlife cross roads in the Rocky Mountains.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jon Stewart explains his ongoing philanthropic support of first responders</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/jon-stewart-first-responders-childrens-foundation-r61750"/><id>urn:uuid:e05efafa-a7db-4846-a419-b53e20ec4c58</id><updated>2026-09-18T06:00:43.005-04:00</updated><summary>Jon Stewart says he never planned to focus his charity work on first responders and their families, but it grew organically.</summary></entry><entry><title>NFL defenses don't seem quite ready to face the sharp offenses putting up big points early on</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/allen-bills-goff-lions-r29340"/><id>urn:uuid:dc3c9341-cc95-421b-9cb2-1a684aa2fbb3</id><updated>2026-09-18T06:00:39.695-04:00</updated><summary>Josh Allen and the Buffalo Bills kicked off Week 2 in the NFL with another spectacular performance on offense.</summary></entry><entry><title>Macklin Celebrini and the Sharks enter contender stage after long rebuild</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/sharks-celebrini-o76499"/><id>urn:uuid:f9259aec-323d-4092-bde3-151dc6b410b2</id><updated>2026-09-18T06:00:31.313-04:00</updated><summary>Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks are entering a new phase after a tear down and rebuild led to seven straight seasons without a playoff berth.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nigerian police use tear gas during protests over the deaths in custody of 37 miners</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nigeria-miners-deaths-protest-p92158"/><id>urn:uuid:2b25847a-c391-4150-bb49-3f69da06e936</id><updated>2026-09-18T05:58:52.977-04:00</updated><summary>Police in central Nigeria have fired tear gas at crowds protesting the deaths of 37 miners in custody on illegal mining charges.</summary></entry><entry><title>EU chief floats 'associate membership' for Canada. But that doesn't exist yet</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/eu-canada-associated-member-trump-leyen-carney-m03373"/><id>urn:uuid:0ab016b1-d78e-4ac0-8f63-d56599226178</id><updated>2026-09-18T05:42:04.313-04:00</updated><summary>European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed making Canada the first "associate member" of the European Union.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bombing at mosque near police offices in Pakistan kills at least 21</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/pakistan-mosque-bombing-northwest-pakistan-t88605"/><id>urn:uuid:bb3522f6-7af2-4052-95aa-7c40c06d02ed</id><updated>2026-09-18T05:37:44.670-04:00</updated><summary>A powerful bomb has exploded at a mosque near police offices in northwestern Pakistan, killing at least 21 people and wounding at least 80.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hundreds rally at Turkey's embassy in Uganda to demand a dissident's extradition</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/uganda-turkey-dissident-lumbuye-x89752"/><id>urn:uuid:7e0ddbfd-5774-4a67-9fbb-4a5361e38206</id><updated>2026-09-18T05:26:29.857-04:00</updated><summary>Hundreds of Ugandans have demonstrate outside the Turkish Embassy to demand the extradition of dissident Fred Lumbuye.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cole Palmer and Trent Alexander-Arnold recalled by England after being dropped for the World Cup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/england-squad-c80641"/><id>urn:uuid:99cfa255-7dc2-42fd-9e8d-227e3e74dbbf</id><updated>2026-09-18T05:21:39.722-04:00</updated><summary>Cole Palmer has been called up to the England squad after being controversially omitted from the World Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>Indonesian divers recover 3 bodies from capsized ferry as salvage operation begins</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/indonesia-java-sea-ferry-capsizes-salvage-b63922"/><id>urn:uuid:e329a7d4-775b-4db1-b525-435da2d65dd8</id><updated>2026-09-18T05:13:24.859-04:00</updated><summary>Rescue teams in Indonesia have recovered three bodies from a capsized ferry.</summary></entry><entry><title>Abigayle's opens at Preston House in Riverhead</title><author><name>Erica Marcus</name><email>erica.marcus@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/abigayles-preston-house-riverhead-hvr2xnt6"/><id>urn:uuid:a6565f97-a623-44f7-b1a1-01bf3c7c8188</id><updated>2026-09-18T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The seasoned, local operators bring a new vision to the task.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nassau's rising deer population threatens people and the environment. Should hunting limits be lifted?</title><author><name>Joseph Ostapiuk</name><email>joseph.ostapiuk@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/deer-explosion-nassau-hunting-laws-hjr3gpoz"/><id>urn:uuid:d095c4a4-f1d4-4c29-8c0d-cd33f66c74c4</id><updated>2026-09-18T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Once confined to eastern Suffolk, the deer are moving farther west into Nassau and prompting calls to loosen hunting laws.</summary></entry><entry><title>Deer Park woman honored for crocheting for cancer patients</title><author><name>Michael R. Ebert</name><email>michael.ebert@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/cheryl-otero-deer-park-t6hfhy39"/><id>urn:uuid:0dd3c054-a26f-450a-9a34-f062518497ed</id><updated>2026-09-18T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>"Anyone who crafts knows you put your heart and soul into every project, no matter how small," she said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yankees' Cam Schlittler would appear to be the front-runner for the American League Cy Young Award</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/cam-schlittler-dylan-cease-cy-young-kx7hmhok"/><id>urn:uuid:35e7488c-3850-450a-8950-d91e7177057a</id><updated>2026-09-18T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Dylan Cease is having a tremendous season, but not as good as Cam Schlilttler.</summary></entry><entry><title>NUMC is on the verge of big changes. Will Nassau's GOP get on board?</title><author><name>Candice Ferrette</name><email>candice.ferrette@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/numc-republicans-future-kajb1gmk"/><id>urn:uuid:8e86dab3-408b-4662-a386-3f9e469ae94e</id><updated>2026-09-18T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Republicans have yet to appoint members to the public hospital's board.</summary></entry><entry><title>Presidential hopefuls court LI donors, two years before the vote</title><author><name>Laura Figueroa Hernandez</name><email>laura.figueroa@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/presidential-fund-raising-tvr0xrb4"/><id>urn:uuid:e379adcf-de25-41dd-844e-45a26f03964f</id><updated>2026-09-18T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Four Democratic governors were among those who held meet-and-greet sessions on Long Island.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jets-Packers: What to watch for in Sunday's Week 2 matchup</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/jets-packers-week-2-scud4co3"/><id>urn:uuid:f7aed4fe-c81c-443a-954b-5c1cb7a35f72</id><updated>2026-09-18T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Gang Green eyes first 2-0 start since 2015 as it welcomes Green Bay in home opener.</summary></entry><entry><title>Shooting at high school in the Philippines leaves 2 students and gunman dead, several injured</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/philippines-school-shooting-south-cotabato-t19938"/><id>urn:uuid:736c46b2-9ce0-4297-ba85-198771d36084</id><updated>2026-09-18T04:58:12.455-04:00</updated><summary>A shooting at a high school in the southern Philippines has left two 14-year-old students and the teenage gunman dead.</summary></entry><entry><title>2 suspects killed in shootout as police rescue kidnapped British woman in Malawi</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nusrat-osman-malawi-shootout-kidnap-british-d81483"/><id>urn:uuid:f4be6820-2350-4e5d-9b4b-b6d1ec0d5094</id><updated>2026-09-18T04:57:04.359-04:00</updated><summary>Police in Malawi say two suspects were fatally shot in an operation that rescued a British woman who was kidnapped.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hundreds of thousands attend Iran's biggest government-organized rally since the war began</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-war-rally-volunteers-x86238"/><id>urn:uuid:7143da3b-b721-48f0-aa46-f906371d9224</id><updated>2026-09-18T04:25:27.123-04:00</updated><summary>Hundreds of thousands of Iranians have rallied in the biggest government-organized show of defiance since the war began.</summary></entry><entry><title>A truck driver built a model of NYC with over 800,000 structures for fun. Now it's a museum exhibit</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/viral-nyc-balsa-wood-map-model-exhibit-v84643"/><id>urn:uuid:45c4bffd-b7a0-4610-a262-878f4954ebb8</id><updated>2026-09-18T04:09:42.513-04:00</updated><summary>A truck driver who spent two decades building a massive scale model of his native New York City was delighted when it went viral on TikTok.</summary></entry><entry><title>Australian man accused of teenage girl's murder pleads not guilty to a court in Thailand</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/thailand-pattaya-australian-teen-girl-murder-suitcase-a93218"/><id>urn:uuid:2c95a88a-6bff-4915-b612-33a0668411e7</id><updated>2026-09-18T03:30:38.595-04:00</updated><summary>An Australian man has pleaded not guilty to charges including murder and concealment of a body in connection with the death of a teenage girl in eastern Thailand.</summary></entry><entry><title>They're not playing our song! North Korean anthem played at South Korean field hockey match</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/north-korea-south-korea-anthem-j61912"/><id>urn:uuid:3b1841ff-68a3-4197-a252-373a72eeb259</id><updated>2026-09-18T03:29:18.813-04:00</updated><summary>South Korean field hockey players were perplexed when the national anthem of North Korea was played instead of their own before a men's field hockey match against Bangladesh at the Asian Games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Roadside bomb kills 6 soldiers in Pakistan as troops kill 10 militants in multiple raids</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/pakistan-soldiers-killed-security-raids-northwest-t16435"/><id>urn:uuid:a618ee3f-6287-4377-91d1-1d160c6df875</id><updated>2026-09-18T02:55:13.278-04:00</updated><summary>Pakistan's military says a roadside bomb has struck a security forces convoy in northwestern Pakistan, killing six soldiers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Shark kills swimmer off Western Australian city beach</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/australia-shark-attack-sorrento-beach-perth-y82115"/><id>urn:uuid:a833756d-d481-4b7c-bdd6-1e87d2b4a34d</id><updated>2026-09-18T02:54:37.783-04:00</updated><summary>A man has been killed by a shark while swimming off a Western Australian beach.</summary></entry><entry><title>Officials defend using temporary containers, cruise ship as lodging at Asian Games</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/asian-games-lodging-cruise-ship-k51493"/><id>urn:uuid:7a4804d3-c4bf-47ce-b92d-cab638420355</id><updated>2026-09-18T02:49:03.703-04:00</updated><summary>The Olympic Council of Asia is attempting to quell complaints about lodging for athletes and officials at the Asian Games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iran claims it struck an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, and other Mideast developments</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mideast-roundup-news-september-18-2026-r22483"/><id>urn:uuid:6cff84b6-9823-4f7c-8383-364f54a85f02</id><updated>2026-09-18T02:38:18.076-04:00</updated><summary>Iran says it has struck an oil tanker trying to transit the Strait of Hormuz.</summary></entry><entry><title>Russia begins 3 days of voting in a parliamentary election set to cement the Kremlin's power</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-putin-election-parliament-duma-ukraine-war-h73588"/><id>urn:uuid:5d2ee35c-7cb6-463d-ba26-38f259ef59f8</id><updated>2026-09-18T02:23:45.315-04:00</updated><summary>Russians have begun three days of voting in the country's first wartime parliamentary election.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vanuatu ends search for 37 people missing in ferry sinking</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/vanuatu-ferry-sinking-search-i15705"/><id>urn:uuid:d5b42fd4-ef81-4b58-a6e0-e5eb21509295</id><updated>2026-09-18T02:08:04.524-04:00</updated><summary>Authorities have called off the search for survivors after a ferry sank off Vanuatu, leaving 39 people presumed dead.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fatal building collapse highlights dangers plaguing Gaza nearly a year after ceasefire</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mideast-wars-gaza-palestinians-building-collapse-l41959"/><id>urn:uuid:2adcf482-34c8-41a1-aeff-d89ae0bc4303</id><updated>2026-09-18T02:03:23.567-04:00</updated><summary>A deadly building collapse in Gaza has highlighted ongoing hardships for Palestinians nearly a year after a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.</summary></entry><entry><title>Garden City company Beyond Air covered up defects in device used to treat cancer patients, lawsuit says</title><author><name>Robert Brodsky</name><email>robert.brodsky@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/medical-device-cancer-defects-lawsuit-garden-city-beyond-air-owxfdix3"/><id>urn:uuid:8ced83e2-9aa4-4d8c-92d4-4fe692c7d3fc</id><updated>2026-09-18T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The lawsuit contends that the company also retaliated against employees who sought to disclose the problems.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hidden shops on Long Island worth visiting</title><author><name>Newsday Staff</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/fashion-and-shopping/hidden-shops-long-island-vcdv9d1j"/><id>urn:uuid:c4f4ed8a-c4c4-4e54-9903-e4526c74210b</id><updated>2026-09-18T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>These stores are the Island's best-kept shopping secrets, with vintage treasures, handcrafted items and charming cafes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Giving in to NY teachers unions — at a high cost</title><author><name>David Griffith</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/guest-essays/new-york-teachers-unions-power-tier-6-txpvsjzz"/><id>urn:uuid:3f70c44a-c591-4583-8c06-bf5c8a38be03</id><updated>2026-09-18T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The state's hard-won fiscal discipline has been quietly dismantled.</summary></entry><entry><title>Flock delay allows for new regulations</title><author><name>The Editorial Board</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/editorials/flock-cameras-scpd-shotspotter-osy8mwgv"/><id>urn:uuid:ebc6a1d7-1fd1-4c39-a40b-a1f3211ee442</id><updated>2026-09-18T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The SCPD just defused a tense situation.</summary></entry><entry><title>SNY's Steve Gelbs relishing success of 'Let's be Frank' segment about MLB stadium hot dog reviews</title><author><name>Anthony Rieber</name><email>anthony.rieber@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/media/sny-steve-gelbs-hot-dogs-vxb4yru2"/><id>urn:uuid:3902d0ac-765d-4fec-83dc-ee32bcd177f1</id><updated>2026-09-18T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The on-field reporter has reviewed hot dogs at every road ballpark on the Mets' schedule . . . and it's been a big hit.</summary></entry><entry><title>South Huntington school district flagged for credit card spending, including $5G for meals</title><author><name>Lorena Mongelli</name><email>lorena.mongelli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/south-huntington-credit-card-spending-urrjuqzy"/><id>urn:uuid:7e26a045-237b-48a8-ab77-f2cabb787de9</id><updated>2026-09-18T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The South Huntington district failed to properly oversee credit card spending for purchases like meals and staff birthday gifts, according to a recent state audit.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pediatric cancer survivor Max Penzer goes to Capitol Hill to advocate for research bill</title><author><name>Maureen Mullarkey</name><email>maureen.mullarkey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/health/pediatric-cancer-research-funds-lpah6ix9"/><id>urn:uuid:7575b063-266b-44a3-aca5-986bb1580232</id><updated>2026-09-18T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Max Penzer and other childhood survivors will be in Washington, D.C. this weekend to ask lawmakers for more research funds.</summary></entry><entry><title>The AI threat, plan to limit voting, Dylan Skolnick ouster, Navy hero Doris Miller</title><author><name>Newsday Readers</name><email>letters@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/letters/ai-unchecked-voting-rights-cac-dylan-skolnick-doris-miller-vekj3k8i"/><id>urn:uuid:0608f8da-7fb4-48f7-aedd-48ff6b8aa6c9</id><updated>2026-09-18T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Reader letters to Newsday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Angels blow 9th-inning lead, then rally for 2 in the 10th to edge Twins 5-4</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/angels-twins-score-b05432"/><id>urn:uuid:0af1b86a-62a7-47b0-9650-cf664e228aea</id><updated>2026-09-18T00:54:11.222-04:00</updated><summary>Mike Trout hit a tying RBI single in the 10th inning, and Wade Meckler followed with a winning RBI single to give the Los Angeles Angels a 5-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ciezki has 22 points in the Mercury's 94-91 victory over the Fire</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/mercury-fire-score-x74480"/><id>urn:uuid:39122125-2b37-4764-bd77-9b8452696c97</id><updated>2026-09-18T00:42:16.088-04:00</updated><summary>Shay Ciezki had 22 points off the bench and the Phoenix Mercury rallied in the fourth quarter for a 94-91 victory over the Portland Fire on Thursday night in the teams' first game back from the FIBA World Cup break.</summary></entry><entry><title>Young ties WNBA record with 22-point quarter, Aces beat Storm 114-77</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/aces-storm-score-m23599"/><id>urn:uuid:b628bba1-ad70-4ddf-94e9-34c9d3224f14</id><updated>2026-09-18T00:34:28.644-04:00</updated><summary>Jackie Young tied the WNBA record for points in a quarter with 22 in the first and finished with a career-high 35, and the Las Vegas Aces beat the Seattle Storm 114-77 on Thursday night in their first game after the FIBA World Cup break.</summary></entry><entry><title>Malaysia's king allows former leader Najib to serve rest of his graft sentence under house arrest</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/malaysia-najib-corruption-house-arrest-k08773"/><id>urn:uuid:06e5c8a9-7c5f-4fd2-9c85-be9b8039c5e1</id><updated>2026-09-18T00:30:21.050-04:00</updated><summary>Malaysia's king has granted former Prime Minister Najib Razak a rare royal clemency, allowing him to serve the rest of his prison term under house arrest.</summary></entry><entry><title>Russia's wartime economy faces long-term erosion from debt and military spending</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-election-economy-oil-exports-s86269"/><id>urn:uuid:78d18633-95c7-470d-92a1-0097ec34cf23</id><updated>2026-09-18T00:12:46.032-04:00</updated><summary>The frictions in Russia's wartime economy are growing, as massive military spending balloons the budget deficit.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump refers to Black man from racially offensive 1988 campaign ad while stumping in North Carolina</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/trump-wilie-horton-north-carolina-whatley-n66691"/><id>urn:uuid:3a00db82-85f9-4b71-9430-9794c8da4193</id><updated>2026-09-18T00:05:25.418-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump is using a controversial campaign ad from 1988 to criticize Democrats on crime.</summary></entry><entry><title>Early voting begins in US midterm elections that could flip control of Congress</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/early-voting-midterms-congress-k47350"/><id>urn:uuid:9702b144-7153-418a-9788-ba5523dc3e55</id><updated>2026-09-18T00:04:52.393-04:00</updated><summary>In-person voting for this year's midterm elections is underway.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kauai small businesses ask tourists to return after Hurricane Lowell, with aloha and some patience</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/kauai-hurricane-lowell-tourism-visiting-kauai-hawaii-j48892"/><id>urn:uuid:3a9ed0bd-9b6e-41ba-8639-5b27aeb88e4a</id><updated>2026-09-18T00:04:43.872-04:00</updated><summary>In the days after Hurricane Lowell, officials asked tourists to stay away from Kauai to let island residents recover and responders clean up.</summary></entry><entry><title>Propel power cable plan gets key approval from NYS, but critics remain concerned over environmental impact</title><author><name>Nicholas Spangler</name><email>nicholas.spangler@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/environment/propel-ny-energy-high-voltage-power-cable-project-pq7zq7fu"/><id>urn:uuid:029ccbf6-7b48-4605-af5b-9a955915b49b</id><updated>2026-09-17T23:51:10.700-04:00</updated><summary>The proposed high-voltage power cable project would run beneath Long Island Sound and western Suffolk to Westchester County and the Bronx.</summary></entry><entry><title>Josh Allen opens the Bills' new stadium with a 5-TD outing in a 41-31 win over the Lions</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/lions-bills-score-d51612"/><id>urn:uuid:f7517e59-8fa0-4986-9e6a-2d963af8d2ff</id><updated>2026-09-17T23:39:51.187-04:00</updated><summary>Josh Allen quickly put his stamp on the Buffalo Bills' new stadium that's been aptly dubbed "The House that Allen built."</summary></entry><entry><title>Wall Street drifts lower as bond yields rise and oil prices swing</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/stock-markets-oil-war-inflation-rates-r05451"/><id>urn:uuid:19e83cfa-b240-4719-bb3b-558be3ca8df0</id><updated>2026-09-17T23:29:09.245-04:00</updated><summary>Wall Street closed out an up-and-down week with a mixed finish for U.S. indexes as bond yields rose and oil prices swung.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pitt stays perfect, improves to 3-0 by grinding its way to a 27-13 win over sloppy Syracuse</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/syracuse-pitt-score-u89843"/><id>urn:uuid:3286bdd1-ea43-4a58-8558-3d1e7eb0a1fa</id><updated>2026-09-17T23:25:39.023-04:00</updated><summary>Pittsburgh continued its perfect start with a 27-13 win over Syracuse.</summary></entry><entry><title>Japan's central bank raises benchmark interest rate to 1.25%, the highest in 31 years</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/japan-economy-interest-rates-inflation-j57100"/><id>urn:uuid:37e4f81e-a2c6-4f63-90c6-2dabb60e7b68</id><updated>2026-09-17T23:23:47.626-04:00</updated><summary>Japan's central bank has raised the benchmark interest rate to 1.25% from 1.0%, a 31-year-high.</summary></entry><entry><title>Judge strikes down Trump policy that cut millions in teacher-training money</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-education-teacher-grants-judge-ruling-v79776"/><id>urn:uuid:fb5e64a9-e63d-4f60-8cf6-5f653e053b86</id><updated>2026-09-17T23:14:56.397-04:00</updated><summary>A federal judge has struck down a 2025 order from the Trump administration that cut hundreds of millions of dollars in teacher-training money.</summary></entry><entry><title>How Africa's biggest cities are grappling with mounting waste and shrinking space</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-africa-waste-pollution-environment-illegal-dumping-q79631"/><id>urn:uuid:431ddac7-6694-4c2e-b700-b624891acd2f</id><updated>2026-09-17T23:10:58.426-04:00</updated><summary>Johannesburg is struggling with a deepening waste crisis marked by unreliable collections, rapidly shrinking landfill space and a rise in illegal dumping.</summary></entry><entry><title>Boston's Willson Contreras has bruised right hand after hit by Jakob Junis pitch in 4-3 win at Texas</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/red-sox-willson-contreras-l76622"/><id>urn:uuid:56f0b415-93dc-438b-8abc-c5040a83c2ef</id><updated>2026-09-17T22:51:41.765-04:00</updated><summary>Willson Contreras left the Boston's 4-3 win over Texas in the eighth inning after he was hit by a pitch on his right hand.</summary></entry><entry><title>Indonesia welcomes its first aircraft carrier, prompting debate over cost and military ambitions</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/indonesia-italy-giuseppe-garibaldi-aircraft-carrier-p11398"/><id>urn:uuid:a0ca3846-1403-4efd-aae3-78960c58a521</id><updated>2026-09-17T22:44:55.705-04:00</updated><summary>Indonesia is welcoming its first aircraft carrier, the former Italian Navy vessel ITS Giuseppe Garibaldi, marking a major step in President Prabowo Subianto's military modernization drive.</summary></entry><entry><title>De Arrascaeta's late goal lifts Flamengo into Copa Libertadores semifinals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/flamengo-independiente-del-valle-libertadores-r56559"/><id>urn:uuid:e570e2f4-0291-403a-962c-2c5efec3645d</id><updated>2026-09-17T22:43:05.676-04:00</updated><summary>Giorgian De Arrascaeta scored a late goal as Flamengo drew 1-1 with Independiente del Valle.</summary></entry><entry><title>Murakami hits 3-run homer, White Sox top Tigers 3-1 to move into 1st place tie in AL Central</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/tigers-white-sox-score-r00573"/><id>urn:uuid:024df9bb-fda4-4d55-a5ec-4a3eecd50dc2</id><updated>2026-09-17T22:38:53.997-04:00</updated><summary>Munetaka Murakami hit his team-leading 32nd home run as the Chicago White Sox tied with Cleveland for first place in the AL Central with a 3-1 win over the Detroit Tigers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Austin scores 20, Iriafen has 18 points and 11 rebounds, Mystics beat Sky 110-80</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/mystics-sky-score-r15486"/><id>urn:uuid:925cf52b-5e4f-448d-9494-1090422af7ef</id><updated>2026-09-17T22:22:56.157-04:00</updated><summary>Shakira Austin scored 20 points, Kiki Iriafen finished with 18 points and 11 rebounds, and the Washington Mystics beat the Chicago Sky 110-80 in their first game since the FIBA World Cup break.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jessica Shepard has 5th triple-double and the Wings beat the Sparks 97-77 for 5th straight win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/sparks-wings-score-h74928"/><id>urn:uuid:6e250ccc-09c7-47d8-8017-3eca022cf05f</id><updated>2026-09-17T22:22:52.865-04:00</updated><summary>Paige Bueckers scored 19 points, Jessica Shepard had her fifth triple-double of the season with 13 points, 11 rebounds and 12 assists, and the Dallas Wings beat the Los Angeles Sparks 97-77 on Thursday night for their fifth straight victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sachem North boys volleyball's Bryan Kuhl, Teagan Savas key win over Bay Shore</title><author><name>Matt Lindsay</name><email>matt.lindsay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/volleyball/sachem-north-bay-shore-volleyball-u3uy23jc"/><id>urn:uuid:fc660dfb-e0f0-42b3-b0d7-169e198c46cd</id><updated>2026-09-17T22:18:56.347-04:00</updated><summary>Savas had 38 kills and Kuhl added 50 assists in a four-set victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Virginia's attorney general says DHS may have violated state election law after whistleblower report</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-virginia-noncitizen-voting-homeland-security-whistleblower-u83628"/><id>urn:uuid:3d4e0e12-8658-49d0-9b75-1bed2a6ce044</id><updated>2026-09-17T22:17:25.423-04:00</updated><summary>Virginia's attorney general says the Department of Homeland Security may have violated several state election laws following a whistleblower report.</summary></entry><entry><title>Alvarez hits 40th home run, Astros beat Royals 6-2 to move 1 game ahead of Rangers for AL West lead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/royals-astros-score-g92407"/><id>urn:uuid:d28b41df-d0e7-4577-8ab9-c0697fbf500e</id><updated>2026-09-17T22:10:55.722-04:00</updated><summary>Yordan Alvarez hit his 40th home run, one of five Houston long balls, and the Astros beat the Kansas City Royals 6-2 on to move back over.</summary></entry><entry><title>High school roundup: Girls tennis, boys golf and boys and girls soccer</title><author><name>Newsday Staff</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/high-school-roundup-lpz1rnyz"/><id>urn:uuid:b4c89008-ad33-48b1-9a8d-2a71df51f93c</id><updated>2026-09-17T21:56:02.789-04:00</updated><summary>A recap of Long Island high school sporting events from Thursday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mets' Nick Morabito feeling a lot more comfortable in his second stint with big club</title><author><name>Ben Dickson</name><email>benjamin.dickson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/nick-morabito-mets-u5w0idcy"/><id>urn:uuid:ad691974-ed79-49bf-bd8f-3b1a4ab733bf</id><updated>2026-09-17T21:51:42.972-04:00</updated><summary>The outfielder spent a week in the big leagues in May, and it did not go well. With another minor-league summer under his belt, better results have begun to show.</summary></entry><entry><title>Anthropic says its model Claude is helping to build the next version of itself</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/anthropic-claude-ai-model-self-improvement-l74271"/><id>urn:uuid:2155c942-20f7-4c61-bbb9-d4a610a3b4fb</id><updated>2026-09-17T21:51:34.937-04:00</updated><summary>Anthropic has announced that its AI model, Claude, is significantly aiding in the development of building its successor.</summary></entry><entry><title>Angel Reese has 30 points and 10 rebounds to help the Dream rout the Sun 103-59</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/sun-dream-score-angel-reese-q15606"/><id>urn:uuid:0aa88081-427e-4314-bab8-9b46f85d202c</id><updated>2026-09-17T21:45:59.843-04:00</updated><summary>Angel Reese scored 30 points on 11-of-14 shooting and had 10 rebounds to help the Atlanta Dream rout the Connecticut Sun 103-59 on Thursday night in the first WNBA game following a nearly three-week break for the FIBA World Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>New Smithtown theater marquee a mix of something old and something new</title><author><name>Jean-Paul Salamanca</name><email>jeanpaul.salamanca@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/smithtown-performing-arts-center-new-marquee-oans5ood"/><id>urn:uuid:e523a2d8-f98e-446f-9fc6-c8e7c8a4bda2</id><updated>2026-09-17T21:32:52.377-04:00</updated><summary>The design of the Smithtown Performing Arts Center's new marquee includes LED lights and a nod to the venue's long history.</summary></entry><entry><title>Preparing to leave office, with world beset by problems, UN chief talks of a way forward</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/united-nations-secretary-general-guterres-unga-g61940"/><id>urn:uuid:7b0d04c2-ccf2-4c6d-bc1d-0cb72257556c</id><updated>2026-09-17T21:27:53.233-04:00</updated><summary>The United Nations' top official acknowledges the world is deeply divided and the U.N.'s most powerful body is paralyzed when it comes to ending conflicts.</summary></entry><entry><title>A traditional Chinese coffin maker in Malaysia preserves a fading family craft</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/meihua-coffin-malaysia-funeral-traditions-x47535"/><id>urn:uuid:3c96748c-a1be-4b34-b269-585f2739d596</id><updated>2026-09-17T21:18:40.883-04:00</updated><summary>Goh Khuay Par has spent more than five decades making traditional Chinese coffins by hand in Malaysia, carrying on a family craft passed down through three generations.</summary></entry><entry><title>Evan S. Tanenbaum</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/evan-s-tanenbaum-and-family-court-judge-suffolk-r33dx1e1"/><id>urn:uuid:acc7a8ab-891d-464f-9e6d-28b9fdfc69ba</id><updated>2026-09-17T21:14:12.326-04:00</updated><summary>Family Court Judge, Suffolk</summary></entry><entry><title>Jury convicts woman of negligent homicide in death of reporter covering Super Bowl in New Orleans</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/new-orleans-super-bowl-death-v21767"/><id>urn:uuid:8b991ee6-6ae2-43c7-8858-9fe7354c712e</id><updated>2026-09-17T21:05:54.387-04:00</updated><summary>A Louisiana jury has convicted a woman of negligent homicide in the death of a television reporter who had been visiting New Orleans to cover the Super Bowl.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mets' Jared Young exits on stretcher after collision with Nolan McLean</title><author><name>Ben Dickson</name><email>benjamin.dickson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/mets-jared-young-injury-qzqt74jb"/><id>urn:uuid:bb0e6781-8d35-40be-9430-ea7d03818f64</id><updated>2026-09-17T21:05:19.518-04:00</updated><summary>Young was alert as he was carted off the field and gave a thumbs-up to the crowd.</summary></entry><entry><title>Prize-winning author Phil Klay takes over at PEN America amid Israel-Hamas war rifts</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/pen-america-president-phil-klay-l69626"/><id>urn:uuid:432f7335-2e17-4d5a-b345-a223677dbf02</id><updated>2026-09-17T21:04:08.162-04:00</updated><summary>Prize-winning author Phil Klay has been named the new president of PEN America.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mary-Faith Westervelt</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/mary-faith-westervelt-and-town-justice-town-of-shelter-island-ls0cihpt"/><id>urn:uuid:80e2bac0-b513-489f-bbbc-a907863f06b1</id><updated>2026-09-17T20:53:41.583-04:00</updated><summary>Town Justice, Town of Shelter Island</summary></entry><entry><title>Thomas McKevitt</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/thomas-mckevitt-and-county-legislator-13th-district-axt9x9nn"/><id>urn:uuid:7a98da99-6150-4d07-bba8-c0d0d11ec504</id><updated>2026-09-17T20:51:08.421-04:00</updated><summary>County Legislator, 13th District</summary></entry><entry><title>Fireworks, 2 anthems and a full house: Bills beat Lions in 1st regular-season game at new stadium</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/bills-stadium-lions-home-opener-l57615"/><id>urn:uuid:017baf6b-fb9f-4006-a561-bc784fe53060</id><updated>2026-09-17T20:48:38.705-04:00</updated><summary>Josh Allen and the Bills put on a show in a 41-31 win over the Detroit Lions in the first regular-season game at the team's $2.1 billion Highmark Stadium.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fast-acting fans at Smithtown High School East soccer game come to aid of stricken ref</title><author><name>Nicholas Spangler, Gregg Sarra and Darwin Yanes</name><email>darwin.yanes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/smithtown-high-school-east-d0y72wdi"/><id>urn:uuid:bb6db071-7dcb-45bd-8cd2-acea87565900</id><updated>2026-09-17T20:44:58.675-04:00</updated><summary>Parents, coaches and school staffed worked together to render aid to a referee who collapsed at a girl's junior varsity soccer game.</summary></entry><entry><title>With mentors like Christan McCaffrey and Matthew McConaughey, Bijan Robinson just gets better</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/robinson-mccaffrey-falcons-mcconaughey-f35957"/><id>urn:uuid:5ac544c6-3c22-4152-bef9-ca2fddeb061a</id><updated>2026-09-17T20:34:40.014-04:00</updated><summary>Bijan Robinson can do it all on the football field as one of the NFL's best all-around running backs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bengals hope strong defensive line play from opener continues at Houston</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/bengals-pass-rush-depth-s01652"/><id>urn:uuid:5101da22-8f51-4698-aaaf-1982ffdb3d55</id><updated>2026-09-17T20:30:26.753-04:00</updated><summary>The Cincinnati Bengals have successfully rebuilt their defense, focusing on a deep defensive line.</summary></entry><entry><title>Xander Bogaerts misses a cycle by a single as the Padres roll past the Rockies 9-2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/xander-bogaerts-y37050"/><id>urn:uuid:5c4d7381-ee3c-48de-9f3c-bb72ca53c898</id><updated>2026-09-17T20:28:05.605-04:00</updated><summary>Xander Bogaerts lamented the single he couldn't get to complete the cycle.</summary></entry><entry><title>LSU QB Sam Leavitt upgraded to 'questionable' on the SEC injury report for the Mississippi game</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/sam-leavitt-injury-report-lane-kiffin-lsu-c82682"/><id>urn:uuid:55a6fd78-9f09-4785-8cda-3de57b11599f</id><updated>2026-09-17T20:27:31.991-04:00</updated><summary>LSU quarterback Sam Leavitt has been upgraded to questionable on the Southeastern Conference injury report after being listed as "doubtful" for Saturday's game at Mississippi earlier in the week.</summary></entry><entry><title>Golden Knights open camp with 'unfinished business' after 2 wins short of the Cup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/golden-knights-mccrimmon-eichel-marner-stone-stanley-cup-f82109"/><id>urn:uuid:57e96218-3932-48d4-afc3-c5b7226487c0</id><updated>2026-09-17T19:48:49.243-04:00</updated><summary>The Golden Knights are gearing up for another NHL season with high expectations.</summary></entry><entry><title>Colin Stephenson: Rangers' J.T. Miller aims to put disappointing season behind him</title><author><name>Colin Stephenson</name><email>colin.stephenson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/colin-stephenson/rangers-jt-miller-rypvky9q"/><id>urn:uuid:f1711cfa-709f-4861-b3eb-465b60e90a21</id><updated>2026-09-17T19:42:38.999-04:00</updated><summary>The captain suffered a lower-body injury the last week of training camp and was bothered by injuries all season.</summary></entry><entry><title>By the numbers: A look at the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/asian-games-by-numbers-nagoya-japan-l34404"/><id>urn:uuid:26d33eff-5e5d-4368-967c-401ef15a4b14</id><updated>2026-09-17T19:41:58.527-04:00</updated><summary>The Asian Games are often identified as the second most important multisports event after the Summer Olympic Games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jefferson opened the season with a return to the end zone, rewarding the Vikings for the opportunity</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/vikings-offense-justin-jefferson-l26455"/><id>urn:uuid:9235ab27-f9ac-4f16-a76c-baf23d411abd</id><updated>2026-09-17T19:27:16.154-04:00</updated><summary>Justin Jefferson relished his return to the end zone at Minnesota's stadium in the season opener.</summary></entry><entry><title>Memorial to Suffolk's victims of drug overdoses to be unveiled in Copiague's Tanner Park Saturday</title><author><name>Denise M. Bonilla</name><email>denise.bonilla@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/drugs-overdoses-heroin-fentanyl-aim9o7a6"/><id>urn:uuid:924363c2-4012-42f0-a609-96151d158a50</id><updated>2026-09-17T19:25:19.651-04:00</updated><summary>Although overdose deaths have fallen by 45% in New York State since 2022, according to the CDC, drug addiction remains a scourge.</summary></entry><entry><title>After a poor 2025 at home, the Ravens try to turn the page when they host New Orleans</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/ravens-saints-preview-k48125"/><id>urn:uuid:91132508-5520-41f2-a233-abff333218fe</id><updated>2026-09-17T19:18:58.843-04:00</updated><summary>Baltimore plays its home opener Sunday against New Orleans.</summary></entry><entry><title>Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes turn focus to new season by opening preseason camp</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/carolina-hurricanes-stanley-cup-preseason-camp-l47877"/><id>urn:uuid:6889f296-1ce1-4b47-b023-d042e31888fa</id><updated>2026-09-17T19:14:54.245-04:00</updated><summary>The Carolina Hurricanes are opening preseason camp as the reigning Stanley Cup champion.</summary></entry><entry><title>Postal Service chief says work stopped on computer system key to Trump effort to limit mail voting</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-mail-ballot-us-postal-service-o67084"/><id>urn:uuid:c17dae8b-1f98-4746-8d4d-aac6b7e2302a</id><updated>2026-09-17T19:12:09.614-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. Postal Service has stopped developing a controversial computer system tied to President Donald Trump's effort to limit mail voting.</summary></entry><entry><title>New human rights report unveils details and blames police for recent massacre in Haiti</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/haiti-kenscoff-rnddh-report-gangs-b27371"/><id>urn:uuid:bb8a5f5c-b144-4c40-b466-e3dab0c87b4b</id><updated>2026-09-17T19:11:09.346-04:00</updated><summary>A human rights group in Haiti has published a report that reveals new details about one of the country's biggest massacres in recent years and unveils security holes as authorities struggle to contain violent gangs in the Caribbean country.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bills starting DT Ed Oliver ruled out against Lions after hurting his hip in warmups</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/buffalobills-ed-oliver-g71637"/><id>urn:uuid:dc598036-69ac-46cd-a7b3-7c0a51441c86</id><updated>2026-09-17T19:10:56.386-04:00</updated><summary>Bills starting defensive tackle Ed Oliver has been ruled out after hurting his hip while warming up before Buffalo's game against Detroit on Thursday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Season's third human case of West Nile virus reported in Suffolk</title><author><name>Nicholas Spangler</name><email>nicholas.spangler@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/west-nile-human-third-case-2026-pxhd5k1n"/><id>urn:uuid:c5445e50-ca92-41d8-b364-e43dfc6e5b7d</id><updated>2026-09-17T19:07:28.964-04:00</updated><summary>The case involved an Islip Town resident who is older than 50 and was hospitalized after experiencing symptoms in late August.</summary></entry><entry><title>Greyserman back to work and shares lead with Eric Cole in new Carolina tournament</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/biltmore-championship-asheville-pga-tour-greyserman-y85475"/><id>urn:uuid:cde8b086-37d3-48fe-8266-52f29f29af08</id><updated>2026-09-17T19:02:45.274-04:00</updated><summary>Max Greyserman returned from a five-week break and looked as good as he has all year.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ross Dress for Less expanding on Long Island, opening 2 more stores</title><author><name>Tory N. Parrish</name><email>tory.parrish@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/ross-dress-for-less-off-price-stores-levittown-holbrook-rua9g59b"/><id>urn:uuid:a26cd8dd-7f1c-4b33-bc94-b96b072c2496</id><updated>2026-09-17T18:57:21.051-04:00</updated><summary>Ross entered the Long Island market in 2025 with a store in Hempstead Village Commons, and then opened four more stores in the region.</summary></entry><entry><title>CFP issues statement clarifying how committee can respond to Michigan-Western Michigan result</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/michigan-wolverines-western-michigan-w15928"/><id>urn:uuid:4f70fb81-ace6-4c41-ac8e-dd32c13c18ca</id><updated>2026-09-17T18:56:59.935-04:00</updated><summary>The College Football Playoff says it can't change the outcome of any games played during the regular season but notes that its selection committee relies on various measures beyond wins and losses.</summary></entry><entry><title>There's sudden urgency for old NFC East rivals as Commanders visit Cowboys following opening losses</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/cowboys-commanders-preview-t40761"/><id>urn:uuid:26cc2fff-bd11-4a55-b114-a64f2ee0c4fa</id><updated>2026-09-17T18:52:41.288-04:00</updated><summary>There's a sudden sense of urgency as the Washington Commanders and Dallas Cowboys renew an old NFC East rivalry with both teams staring at an 0-2 start in division games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Poland warns Russia is planning drone or rocket strikes on NATO territory</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/poland-russia-ukraine-nato-baltics-drones-rockets-b47529"/><id>urn:uuid:f6766805-4082-4aa0-9732-a02133b5469a</id><updated>2026-09-17T18:43:16.625-04:00</updated><summary>Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warns that Russia is planning hybrid strikes with drones and rockets on European countries supporting Ukraine.</summary></entry><entry><title>Quinn Hughes isn't sweating contract talks with the Wild, doesn't see the season start as a deadline</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/wild-quinn-hughes-contract-extension-training-camp-w48844"/><id>urn:uuid:9213dd22-4dd8-46b8-870e-3f04a18a512c</id><updated>2026-09-17T18:42:29.981-04:00</updated><summary>Quinn Hughes unwound after an especially eventful hockey season with the usual retreat to his lake home in Michigan.</summary></entry><entry><title>Senators from both parties voice criticism about Pentagon briefing on US defense strategy</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/pentagon-congress-colby-iran-war-troops-elections-l71662"/><id>urn:uuid:424d9f11-2393-453c-a9ef-d3740e036970</id><updated>2026-09-17T18:35:15.421-04:00</updated><summary>Tensions are mounting between the Pentagon and Congress over the flow of information to lawmakers about the U.S. military's priorities.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ward Melville vs. Longwood highlights key games in Week 2</title><author><name>Gregg Sarra</name><email>gregg.sarra@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/foot-week2-p39371"/><id>urn:uuid:0ece156b-f969-49a9-a357-160dcb9d2751</id><updated>2026-09-17T18:25:34.493-04:00</updated><summary>Hudson Philbrick emerged as a top quarterback on Long Island last season. His He threw</summary></entry><entry><title>A Mile High comeback, 12 years later: Tim Tebow back in Denver for the Broncos' opener</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/denver-broncos-tim-tebow-b14625"/><id>urn:uuid:70edebff-6137-45eb-8d3e-0a0d641400d8</id><updated>2026-09-17T18:22:03.337-04:00</updated><summary>Tim Tebow returns Sunday to Empower Field at Mile High for the first time since his iconic 80-yard touchdown pass in 2012.</summary></entry><entry><title>Steelers rolling, Patriots looking to bounce back in latest matchup between franchises</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/steelers-patriots-preview-aaron-rodgers-n11186"/><id>urn:uuid:7af52aba-3a51-46d6-b4fa-eb0547529148</id><updated>2026-09-17T18:21:22.091-04:00</updated><summary>It's a new era in the rivalry between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots.</summary></entry><entry><title>Panthers say Marchand will be rehabbing through October, Gadjovich remains out indefinitely</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/panthers-brad-marchand-injury-n77249"/><id>urn:uuid:83cb5027-0a42-4a99-8ff0-da56d201ae9e</id><updated>2026-09-17T18:21:05.046-04:00</updated><summary>Florida forward Brad Marchand is expected to miss the first month of the season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Xander Bogaerts helps power a 7-run 2nd inning as the Padres roll past the reeling Rockies 9-2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/padres-rockies-score-k62467"/><id>urn:uuid:a014c1d0-f3f0-4ff4-8887-495dea079c8c</id><updated>2026-09-17T18:14:09.844-04:00</updated><summary>Xander Bogaerts homered and had an RBI triple during a seven-run second inning to help the San Diego Padres beat the reeling Colorado Rockies 9-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mike Sweetney, former Knicks top 10 draft pick, dies at 43</title><author><name>Steve Popper</name><email>steve.popper@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/mike-sweetney-obit-t7m8vcqa"/><id>urn:uuid:114418ca-e3f3-4e60-948d-e5f31aa98724</id><updated>2026-09-17T18:12:22.570-04:00</updated><summary>Mike Sweetney came to the Knicks with high expectations, but he played just two seasons in New York.</summary></entry><entry><title>Patrick Kane is adjusting to his new teammates and coaches in his return to the Blackhawks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/blackhawks-patrick-kane-nhl-n83364"/><id>urn:uuid:17f2118f-b472-4358-b185-4d49f671921f</id><updated>2026-09-17T18:05:54.071-04:00</updated><summary>Patrick Kane is back on the ice with the Chicago Blackhawks for his 20th NHL season.</summary></entry><entry><title>QBs Mensah at No. 5 Miami, Lopez at Wake Forest meet Friday as thriving QBs after in-ACC transfers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/miami-wake-forest-preview-k55517"/><id>urn:uuid:df50beb3-fd80-4989-9ee3-9ef44b2aa52f</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:58:09.620-04:00</updated><summary>Darian Mensah and Gio Lopez are standout quarterbacks facing off Friday night in the Atlantic Coast Conference.</summary></entry><entry><title>Giants unleash modern twist on legendary 'NASCAR' pass rush package</title><author><name>Evan Barnes</name><email>evan.barnes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-tv0jir1q"/><id>urn:uuid:da72a483-bc38-4ba9-991c-ef8b87855a92</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:43:53.379-04:00</updated><summary>Big Blue has revived its iconic high-speed Super Bowl scheme with new upgrade.</summary></entry><entry><title>New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson to make an appearance on 'Law &amp; Order: SVU' this fall</title><author><name>The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/tv/knicks-jalen-brunson-law-order-urzu63y6"/><id>urn:uuid:15fb32af-e7e5-445b-be56-fdeba5de5ce6</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:40:55.921-04:00</updated><summary>New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson will make a guest-starring appearance on "Law &amp; Order: SVU" this fall.</summary></entry><entry><title>COVID cases, hospitalizations rise on Long Island</title><author><name>David Olson</name><email>david.olson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/health/covid-hospitalizations-up-x36z500d"/><id>urn:uuid:8bd57cbc-d39a-4ae9-b69a-c062df6908fa</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:39:49.033-04:00</updated><summary>Unlike the early years of the pandemic, few patients are ending up in intensive care or dying.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cardinals test-drive newfound confidence against the defending Super Bowl champ Seahawks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/seahawks-cardinals-preview-n89750"/><id>urn:uuid:a5de97ab-5cd5-4d99-b9a8-f5722c7ac6ed</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:31:41.211-04:00</updated><summary>Trey McBride is feeling optimistic as the Arizona Cardinals prepare to face the Seattle Seahawks.</summary></entry><entry><title>A judge rejects Pamela Smart's latest bid for a new trial in 1990 accomplice to murder case</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/pamela-smart-new-hampshire-murder-j94514"/><id>urn:uuid:26ae778b-861a-46ff-9f85-58d5bc2fa8c9</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:30:22.492-04:00</updated><summary>A New Hampshire judge has dismissed Pamela Smart's latest petition for a new trial.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mike Babcock is back on the ice in Edmonton, and the pace left even him sore</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/edmonton-oilers-t71252"/><id>urn:uuid:3cfa3aa9-5c2f-4236-bce9-bb5dc1ab4fa6</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:30:07.780-04:00</updated><summary>Mike Babcock has his first on-ice practice as head coach of the Edmonton Oilers.</summary></entry><entry><title>The driver who slammed into an LA bus before a news helicopter crash is charged with murder</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/helicopter-bus-crash-los-angeles-murder-charges-p81806"/><id>urn:uuid:b5959488-edf5-4c42-80aa-79757fbbcd36</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:22:41.216-04:00</updated><summary>Prosecutors say an SUV driver was under the influence of drugs when she swerved into the wrong lane, blew a red light and slammed into a Los Angeles city bus, killing two riders.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man City teenager Floyd Samba scores 2 goals in 5-0 win over Norwich in League Cup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/mancity-floyd-samba-league-cup-norwich-p54210"/><id>urn:uuid:8dc23f30-38ef-4879-9684-5c95c5542334</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:21:05.024-04:00</updated><summary>Teenager Floyd Samba scored twice in his first-team debut to help Manchester City beat second-division Norwich 5-0 in the English League Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>US Olympic gold medal-winners asking for trades shakes up the NHL landscape</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/us-players-trade-demands-c14988"/><id>urn:uuid:72508464-d4da-498a-92b0-0af5792e86ab</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:19:57.770-04:00</updated><summary>Brady Tkachuk asked for a trade out of Ottawa and wound up in Florida.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island high school football games to watch, plus game picks</title><author><name>Gregg Sarra</name><email>gregg.sarra@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/high-school-football-suffolk-nassau-ys7neopq"/><id>urn:uuid:bfbd2193-c9ab-48ab-9eb8-7be124879525</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:13:45.142-04:00</updated><summary>Ward Melville (1-0) plays at Longwood (1-0) at 6 p.m. on Friday in one of the games of the week.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Sharks sign coach Ryan Warsofsky to a contract extension</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/sharks-ryan-warsofsky-n49150"/><id>urn:uuid:feceb4b0-a93a-4cbc-8ae7-ab9977985109</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:13:05.179-04:00</updated><summary>The San Jose Sharks have signed coach Ryan Warsofsky to a multiyear contact extension on the first day of training camp before his third season at the helm.</summary></entry><entry><title>At least 37 illegal mining suspects found dead in Nigerian custody with officials blaming disease</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nigeria-illegal-miners-deaths-disease-w92389"/><id>urn:uuid:f398373f-cd41-4a88-b60d-d2e37ab1f4ce</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:12:45.197-04:00</updated><summary>At least 37 suspects arrested for alleged illegal mining have been found dead in Nigerian security custody.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Broncos vow to address defensive miscues ahead of the Jaguars' visit</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jacksonville-jaguars-denver-broncos-preview-u19527"/><id>urn:uuid:6825fc07-5fdc-4759-a053-41e3a17e7364</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:10:56.114-04:00</updated><summary>The Denver Broncos have a lot to fix after their season-opening loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Baldwin daycare center shut down by state amid allegations former worker Asia Oliver sexually abused children there</title><author><name>Janon Fisher</name><email>janon.fisher@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/learn-and-play-center-baldwin-former-worker-charged-sexual-abuse-asia-oliver-a0mmw6yy"/><id>urn:uuid:8f7f6000-64e6-436b-99fe-b5695a5a4c90</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:07:19.726-04:00</updated><summary>Asia Oliver, 27, of Hempstead, pleaded not guilty at her arraignment Wednesday to charges of sexual conduct against an 8-year-old boy.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chargers face the Raiders at SoFi, with Raider Nation set to flood the stands again</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/raiders-chargers-preview-b67525"/><id>urn:uuid:95c60746-68b4-451d-80a6-122fabaa9892</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:03:55.045-04:00</updated><summary>The Los Angeles Chargers have dominated the Las Vegas Raiders at home, winning five straight games.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kiffin's return to face the program he spurned looms over No. 7 LSU's visit to No. 8 Ole Miss</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/lane-kiffin-lsu-ole-miss-g95661"/><id>urn:uuid:a80a05d3-a26e-4d0d-95ea-e2f105b10441</id><updated>2026-09-17T17:03:04.048-04:00</updated><summary>Lane Kiffin's eagerly awaited return to Mississippi for No. 7 LSU's match-up with the No. 8 Ole Miss squad Kiffin spurned last year finally arrives on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Killing endangered wildlife is legal if they aren't the target, new Trump rule says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/endangered-species-killing-wildlife-trump-t57586"/><id>urn:uuid:152a5be0-69db-4f16-b888-bb1c2f2eb59a</id><updated>2026-09-17T16:52:50.074-04:00</updated><summary>Killing endangered animals while logging a forest or building a dam would not be considered illegal unless the animals were specifically targeted, under a new interpretation of the Endangered Species Act.</summary></entry><entry><title>Billy Joel is not dead, publicist confirms following Google death error</title><author><name>Rafer Guzm&amp;aacute;n</name><email>rafer.guzman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/celebrities/billy-joel-alive-tt5hyvme"/><id>urn:uuid:6de20867-368c-4ac5-9b82-b3f38f9dfc64</id><updated>2026-09-17T16:46:47.845-04:00</updated><summary>Fans feared the worst after Google indicated the singer had died Thursday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former US women's coach Vlatko Andonovski joins the NWSL's Chicago Stars as chief soccer officer</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/chicago-stars-vlatko-andonovski-nwsl-p24737"/><id>urn:uuid:c3f1b8b6-8023-480d-acc7-81f0b35e5edf</id><updated>2026-09-17T16:45:25.297-04:00</updated><summary>Former U.S. women's national team coach Vlatko Andonovski has joined the Chicago Stars as chief soccer officer.</summary></entry><entry><title>Penn Station's Tracks bar gets blessed, and commuters cheer its reopening on the concourse</title><author><name>Matthew Chayes</name><email>matthew.chayes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/penn-station-tracks-drinking-lirr-elv08yxz"/><id>urn:uuid:cd9b0178-a6c6-4256-bfac-3b7b59373b5a</id><updated>2026-09-17T16:42:04.833-04:00</updated><summary>The popular watering hole, frequented by commuters and others, closed seven years ago as stationwide renovations were getting underway.</summary></entry><entry><title>Write-in candidates struggle for relevance</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/the-point/the-point-newsday-write-in-candidates-election-voting-tr8ksntm"/><id>urn:uuid:e6e011d4-b8c0-4327-8874-9ef6999977ca</id><updated>2026-09-17T16:40:57.391-04:00</updated><summary>The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Erik Boland: Yankees shouldn't play Aaron Judge on artificial turf this weekend</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/erik-boland/yankees-aaron-judge-injury-re5bp494"/><id>urn:uuid:72e2bf21-1e51-49d5-a1a2-bf0c5270e245</id><updated>2026-09-17T16:39:34.624-04:00</updated><summary>In terms of pros and cons, there are far more cons when it comes to having Aaron Judge play on artificial turf this weekend and jeopardizing his availability for the postseason.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kennedy tells anti-vaccine activists they have a friend in Trump's White House</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/rfk-jr-maha-health-policy-healthcare-u34990"/><id>urn:uuid:ff45cbcc-e3e1-4e6e-885a-2688ab1447af</id><updated>2026-09-17T16:38:06.825-04:00</updated><summary>Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. tells anti-vaccine activists from an organization he once chaired that they have a friend in the White House.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Penguins begin training camp with raised expectations and a dash of uncertainty</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/pittsburgh-penguins-sidney-crosby-q38867"/><id>urn:uuid:0ff174ec-2cd8-480f-b873-e3e87f4a860d</id><updated>2026-09-17T16:19:45.819-04:00</updated><summary>Sidney Crosby seems content with his contract status as he starts his 22nd season with the Pittsburgh Penguins.</summary></entry><entry><title>Winnipeg Jets scramble for a 'resolution' as Connor Hellebuyck trade talks drag on</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/winnipeg-jets-hellebuyck-c14298"/><id>urn:uuid:7eb6e18d-8c30-49dc-b940-6fc4fef825e3</id><updated>2026-09-17T16:18:51.031-04:00</updated><summary>Winnipeg Jets general manager Kevin Cheveldayoff says the team has been trying to trade star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck since he requested a move.</summary></entry><entry><title>UN General Assembly means heightened New York City security, officials say</title><author><name>Anthony M. DeStefano</name><email>tony.destefano@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/new-york/un-general-assembly-fzhvebg7"/><id>urn:uuid:8176a757-860d-4414-8f09-f70194965d86</id><updated>2026-09-17T16:17:44.128-04:00</updated><summary>There will be numerous restrictions and street frozen zones around the UN headquarters on the East Side of Manhattan, officials said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Robertson and Harley in camp with Stars after team had offseason deals in place to trade them</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/dallas-stars-nhl-robertson-harley-d23688"/><id>urn:uuid:f30d5ffc-942d-43b0-b79f-a4f52f6e86bc</id><updated>2026-09-17T16:14:44.937-04:00</updated><summary>The Dallas Stars had deals in place this offseason that would have sent forward Jason Robertson and defenseman Thomas Harley to other teams.</summary></entry><entry><title>Konnor Griffin's 2-run double highlights a 5-run second inning as Pirates hold off Brewers 7-4</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/brewers-pirates-score-u89502"/><id>urn:uuid:a9ee013f-d093-48fd-9ab9-3e3ca59cd022</id><updated>2026-09-17T16:12:35.963-04:00</updated><summary>Konnor Griffin hit a two-run single to key a five-run second inning and Henry Davis tacked on a two-run homer to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates over the NL Central champion Milwaukee Brewers 7-4.</summary></entry><entry><title>Michael Douglas coming to Woodbury Jewish Center</title><author><name>Rafer Guzm&amp;aacute;n</name><email>rafer.guzman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/celebrities/michael-douglas-woodbury-ffhe0ix8"/><id>urn:uuid:025ad1f5-3edb-4fd9-a6cf-32f9eb2fa960</id><updated>2026-09-17T16:10:50.443-04:00</updated><summary>The actor will talk about his memoir at Woodbury Jewish Center on Oct. 5.</summary></entry><entry><title>Citing an increase in injuries, Suffolk officials urge parents, kids to be ultra cautious when using e-bikes</title><author><name>John Asbury</name><email>john.asbury@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/e-bikes-injuries-ae7tz2rx"/><id>urn:uuid:bdc54007-c89e-4804-b11c-41d026f7d442</id><updated>2026-09-17T16:02:54.783-04:00</updated><summary>County Executive Ed Romaine said the county could increase fines or institute helmet requirements similar to those for motorcycle riders.</summary></entry><entry><title>Will Anderson calls Texans' loss to Bills a 'wake-up call' for the defense ahead of Bengals visit</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/texans-bengals-burrow-e79846"/><id>urn:uuid:e1db751e-75f4-4438-9064-b04936e56469</id><updated>2026-09-17T15:59:37.123-04:00</updated><summary>Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson said giving up 36 points in a season-opening loss to the Bills wasn't a reason to get mad but instead should be a catalyst to improve.</summary></entry><entry><title>Russia and China veto US proposal for UN experts to keep monitoring sanctions on Iran</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/united-nations-iran-sanctions-russia-china-o78700"/><id>urn:uuid:422baf59-9249-40e1-b16e-711efe9d3e65</id><updated>2026-09-17T15:57:10.745-04:00</updated><summary>Russia and China have vetoed a U.N. resolution that would have authorized U.N. experts to keep monitoring sanctions that were reimposed against Iran over its nuclear program.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kelly Osbourne on cutting ties with her older sister, Aimee: 'She was embarrassed of us'</title><author><name>Los Angeles Times (TNS)</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/celebrities/kelly-osbourne-aimee-mtv-hwi7jxcj"/><id>urn:uuid:f445b524-4ec8-457c-8510-e1de8068caeb</id><updated>2026-09-17T15:56:16.796-04:00</updated><summary>Kelly Osbourne revealed there is "no hope" for reconciliation between her and older sister Aimee Osbourne on Tuesday's "We Need To Talk" podcast.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mastic father fatally stabbed dozens of times by son, who threw weapon in trash, prosecutors say</title><author><name>Grant Parpan</name><email>grant.parpan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/sage-arias-brown-murder-father-fatal-stabbing-i4zb9kxq"/><id>urn:uuid:93585a8a-b347-41c5-a216-076c3dc9ed7f</id><updated>2026-09-17T15:49:54.931-04:00</updated><summary>Sage Arias-Brown, 33, pleaded not guilty to an indictment charging him with second-degree murder in the Sept. 7 death of his father, Edward Brown, 69, of Mastic.</summary></entry><entry><title>Olena Nicks</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/olena-nicks-county-legislator-5th-district-tv8t3hns"/><id>urn:uuid:3431c240-076e-44cc-9d8c-89dac266d492</id><updated>2026-09-17T15:46:21.572-04:00</updated><summary>County Legislator, 5th District</summary></entry><entry><title>Dodgers clinch 5th straight NL West title, 13th in 14 years, Tucker has 4 hits in 8-2 win over Reds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-reds-score-a88939"/><id>urn:uuid:6430918e-d443-4b6b-9f1f-6279c827f191</id><updated>2026-09-17T15:44:30.087-04:00</updated><summary>The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their fifth consecutive NL West division title and 13th in the 14 seasons, sparked by four hits from Kyle Tucker that included a first-inning home run in an 8-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds.</summary></entry><entry><title>Military: An F-16 crashes during training in Michigan; pilot ejects safely</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/michigan-small-plane-crash-blair-township-k94649"/><id>urn:uuid:1f117457-73a6-4944-a757-6375a24d3ed8</id><updated>2026-09-17T15:36:59.777-04:00</updated><summary>A military spokesman says an F-16 fighter jet from Texas crashed in rural Michigan during a routine training exercise.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kimberly Y. Wilder</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/kimberly-y-wilder-and-member-of-assembly-district-2-ccegj6wp"/><id>urn:uuid:aff0d21f-a3ef-419a-9225-64953776dbb9</id><updated>2026-09-17T15:33:36.092-04:00</updated><summary>Member of Assembly, District: 2</summary></entry><entry><title>Anthony S. Senft Jr.</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/anthony-s-senft-jr-and-county-court-judge-suffolk-x62sgoun"/><id>urn:uuid:f2ea138c-8af0-4e76-a701-2ffcf04632ab</id><updated>2026-09-17T15:31:31.908-04:00</updated><summary>County Court Judge, Suffolk</summary></entry><entry><title>Falcons are looking for better defensive plan against Panthers QB Bryce Young in NFC South showdown</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/panthers-falcons-preview-l24124"/><id>urn:uuid:82b173b7-479f-4586-ae95-262b80215a17</id><updated>2026-09-17T15:28:57.101-04:00</updated><summary>Defending NFC South champion Carolina and Atlanta will have an opportunity to enjoy a strong start to the 2026 division race when the Panthers visit the Falcons.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ex-Connecticut official flees to Greece before sentencing for corruption</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/corruption-trial-fugitive-diamantis-greece-r80447"/><id>urn:uuid:8510969f-c154-4122-b74e-a1c97bbaeb5a</id><updated>2026-09-17T15:26:40.635-04:00</updated><summary>A former Connecticut state budget official convicted of corruption fled the U.S. by boat and plane before his sentencing and is now a fugitive in Greece.</summary></entry><entry><title>A British woman who was kidnapped in Malawi has been rescued, police say</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/malawi-kidnap-rescue-nusrat-osman-police-k83559"/><id>urn:uuid:0df41700-5e19-4e8a-a998-d54ffc1cdd2a</id><updated>2026-09-17T15:22:39.580-04:00</updated><summary>Police say a British woman kidnapped in the southern African nation of Malawi last week has been rescued.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tom Rock: The Jets' Andre Cisco was a starter. Then he was a backup. For six snaps. Now he's back as a starter.</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/tom-rock/jets-andre-cisco-tzs31m1i"/><id>urn:uuid:9108c06c-4d95-40cf-94ee-a2bfeed94c9a</id><updated>2026-09-17T15:20:42.070-04:00</updated><summary>"I understand how quickly things can change and I understand that my role is extremely important," Cisco said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ashley Sanchez eyes an NWSL record in a career season with North Carolina</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/ashley-sanchez-north-carolina-courage-uswnt-o29795"/><id>urn:uuid:3f31fd6f-79d3-4cd4-a133-57d4a53cd779</id><updated>2026-09-17T15:07:32.593-04:00</updated><summary>Ashley Sanchez entered this National Women's Soccer League season with the aim of scoring 10 goals.</summary></entry><entry><title>Newsday's HS fantasy football league update after Week 1</title><author><name>Tess Ferguson</name><email>tess.ferguson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/skfootwk2-fantasy-b20387"/><id>urn:uuid:46511c68-71a5-4b27-8008-f20fcf562937</id><updated>2026-09-17T15:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Standings Matt Lindsay, 242 Gregg Sarra, 241 Jared Valluzzi, 223 Michael Anderson, 207 Lenny Genova,</summary></entry><entry><title>Colts brace for a new-look Chiefs attack after Kenneth Walker III's 173-yard opener against Denver</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/indianapolis-colts-kansas-city-chiefs-preview-m72240"/><id>urn:uuid:37d0a6c6-4535-4a59-ac01-633963dc71d3</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:57:44.943-04:00</updated><summary>The Indianapolis Colts learned quickly in Week 1 that the Kansas City Chiefs' offense has evolved from past years.</summary></entry><entry><title>A week after Houthis seized a Red Sea city, the Iranian-backed rebels eye the oil-rich east</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/yemen-houthis-saudi-oil-red-sea-shipping-explainer-t50823"/><id>urn:uuid:40074ce7-8dbb-4858-b975-c3c2f3cc6932</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:52:55.660-04:00</updated><summary>It's been a week since Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels stormed down the Red Sea coast, threatening Saudi Arabia's oil exports and reigniting Yemen's 12-year civil war.</summary></entry><entry><title>A sweeping US sanctions bill offers Ukraine new leverage on Russia, but enforcement looms</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-ukraine-war-sanctions-explainer-j14502"/><id>urn:uuid:f371d672-e990-49d1-82c9-960c988bf838</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:47:02.428-04:00</updated><summary>Ukraine believes Russia will only negotiate seriously if the war becomes too costly.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trinidad and Tobago ends long state of emergency as anger mounts over arrests</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trinidad-state-of-emergency-ends-kamla-tobago-s31416"/><id>urn:uuid:2cf75e01-23a3-456f-b709-6cdad7bc65ce</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:43:30.721-04:00</updated><summary>Trinidad and Tobago has ended a lengthy state of emergency, raising concerns about potential violence.</summary></entry><entry><title>Touchdowns and turkey tacos: Colorado's DeAndre Moore Jr. uses NIL funds to invest in food truck</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/deandre-moore-colorado-deion-sanders-f45596"/><id>urn:uuid:3d2dfd67-ff18-4459-bddf-6c2468802896</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:42:14.797-04:00</updated><summary>DeAndre Moore Jr. is using his name, image, and likeness funds for higher earnings.</summary></entry><entry><title>US approves visas for top Iranian leaders to attend UN high-level meeting even with sides at war</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-iran-war-united-nations-visas-f22238"/><id>urn:uuid:f60506d5-4748-4c8e-b401-6e8ae2f58012</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:39:06.494-04:00</updated><summary>The Trump administration has approved visas for top Iranian officials to attend next week's U.N. General Assembly high-level session in New York despite the two countries being at war.</summary></entry><entry><title>NFL says teams can't sign Zxavian Harris and Dae'Quan Wright after they attempted to play for LSU</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-zxavian-harris-daequan-wright-lsu-c06224"/><id>urn:uuid:c7fd71f6-3be0-4d4a-8936-b25cc453a8d9</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:38:23.957-04:00</updated><summary>The NFL has sent a memo to each of its teams saying Zxavian Harris and Dae'Quan Wright are not eligible to join any NFL teams this season after they attempted to return to college and play for LSU.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tait Reynolds will become earliest freshman to start at QB for Clemson in more than 50 years</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/clemson-tait-reynolds-i71375"/><id>urn:uuid:537b634a-ab46-4a62-814d-432e0c03404c</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:36:11.187-04:00</updated><summary>Clemson coach Dabo Swinney believes quarterback Tait Reynolds has the "it" factor.</summary></entry><entry><title>Aaron Rai and Joakim Lagergren share Wentworth lead as McIlroy loses late ground</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/rai-bmw-pga-championship-mcilroy-scott-rahm-s48767"/><id>urn:uuid:97ae830c-9d2c-4c49-a477-36545005cb6c</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:33:00.467-04:00</updated><summary>PGA champion Aaron Rai and Joakim Lagergren each shot 66 to share the lead in the BMW Championship.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ben Johnson and Brian Flores face off again as the Bears take on the Vikings in Week 2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/vikings-bears-preview-q21516"/><id>urn:uuid:5bbd421f-6524-49b8-95ba-16dc51ad06ac</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:31:36.466-04:00</updated><summary>It's a stressful week for Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson.</summary></entry><entry><title>Video shows Messi pointing his finger at MLS commissioner Don Garber during postgame exchange</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/mls-lionel-messi-p58223"/><id>urn:uuid:434abbe0-3817-464a-99cf-56191495527e</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:31:00.399-04:00</updated><summary>Lionel Messi pointed his finger at MLS commissioner Don Garber on multiple occasions while speaking with him after Inter Miami's game with Cruz Azul on Wednesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Why the Federal Reserve is lifting rates now, and what it means</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/inflation-warsh-trump-federal-reserve-f17071"/><id>urn:uuid:a213c648-29b4-40c6-889d-5aa210cc4b73</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:30:52.070-04:00</updated><summary>About six weeks ago, Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh announced that a divided central bank was keeping its key interest rate unchanged.</summary></entry><entry><title>PSAL football league play starts this week: Games to watch</title><author><name>Jared Valluzzi</name><email>jared.valluzzi@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/psal-week-1-preview-hpub86n0"/><id>urn:uuid:319bcae3-02fe-46e9-9d03-65aa45c8d371</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:09:55.853-04:00</updated><summary>League play starts this weekend for most teams</summary></entry><entry><title>Texas assistant coach arrested on DWI charge in latest distraction for No. 1 Longhorns</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/texas-assistant-coach-arrested-d94429"/><id>urn:uuid:78ae1daa-0011-4953-99b8-5bd29c6ac850</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:08:28.951-04:00</updated><summary>Texas defensive assistant coach Johnny Nansen was arrested on a misdemeanor driving while intoxicated charge in the latest distraction for the No. 1 Longhorns.</summary></entry><entry><title>YES, MSG Networks now available on DAZN as Gotham Sports App prepares for shutdown</title><author><name>Anthony Rieber</name><email>anthony.rieber@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/media/gotham-sports-app-dazn-yes-msg-networks-e8ro2d8r"/><id>urn:uuid:6de02847-4c6e-4cf1-abcd-d4f52db94cdd</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:04:53.306-04:00</updated><summary>The companies announced in July that the Gotham Sports App would be discontinued after the Yankees season and replaced by DAZN.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man accused of ties to bin Laden and tortured after 9/11 has 20-year Guantanamo detention reviewed</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/zubaydah-sept-11-qaida-guantanamo-bin-laden-u64378"/><id>urn:uuid:74cd1bc4-d6de-4081-a5a3-8348bead49b0</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:03:31.159-04:00</updated><summary>A man initially accused of being a high-profile al-Qaida figure and who was tortured in CIA custody has appeared at a hearing to review his detention.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lawsuit blames Texas abortion ban for San Antonio woman's death</title><author><name> The Texas Tribune</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/texas-abortion-ban-preeclampsia-death-lawsuit-x75164"/><id>urn:uuid:0172b8b6-9ef9-471c-bbaf-5ddd7a69040e</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:00:01.503-04:00</updated><summary>The family of a San Antonio woman who died of preeclampsia is suing Texas officials, claiming the state's abortion ban led to her death.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Supreme Court's conservatives have a clear logic on voting</title><author><name>Noah Feldman</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/supreme-court-mail-ballots-ruling-gwj6ro1e"/><id>urn:uuid:be36db76-f9e4-439d-a4d1-f1bb76afe4b7</id><updated>2026-09-17T14:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The ruling should give pause to Democrats.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump withdraws Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, as his nominee to lead ICE</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-immigration-ice-a43365"/><id>urn:uuid:7a8448c6-9f04-4de0-9f5a-ba37331ea1b6</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:56:36.011-04:00</updated><summary>The White House says it is withdrawing its nomination of Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, to lead U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, ensuring that an agency at the forefront of President Donald Trump's domestic agenda will remain without a Senate-confirmed leader for at least a while longer.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brazil's Lula announces 15% increase in flagship welfare payments ahead of key election</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/brazil-election-lula-welfare-v42100"/><id>urn:uuid:718e6bda-9760-4fcc-ae54-e46e7ca68271</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:52:44.707-04:00</updated><summary>Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has signed a decree increasing benefits of his welfare program by 15%</summary></entry><entry><title>No. 6 Ohio State shifts focus to Kent State after devastating loss at Texas</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/kent-state-ohio-state-j83551"/><id>urn:uuid:fedbf4b6-671d-4f47-ab91-ab7bb6d20bf0</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:52:38.002-04:00</updated><summary>Ohio State is on to Saturday's game against Kent State, even though most fans of the sixth-ranked Buckeyes are still fuming about last Saturday's 24-23 loss to No. 1 Texas.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texas' Sarkisian says he could have 'better' handled postgame interview that spawned fake videos</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/texas-espn-manning-sarkisian-apology-v83264"/><id>urn:uuid:950f8428-769c-4dc3-9e6c-de0564bf5293</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:52:27.983-04:00</updated><summary>Texas coach Steve Sarkisian says he should have "better" handled his postgame interview with ESPN reporter Holly Rowe after the win over Ohio State.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bail set for ICE officer accused of lying and assault in non-fatal shooting in Minneapolis</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ice-officer-justice-department-minnesota-castro-c91228"/><id>urn:uuid:fb1ac49e-73bc-4505-8927-83e3203a5566</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:51:56.809-04:00</updated><summary>A federal immigration officer charged with shooting a Venezuelan man during the immigration crackdown that roiled Minneapolis early this year has made a brief first appearance before a Minnesota judge.</summary></entry><entry><title>A boat towed by a North Korean cargo sinks off Japan's northwestern coast, 1 missing</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/japan-north-korea-boat-cargo-y26844"/><id>urn:uuid:9af20338-8c20-4798-86e6-e0199635d359</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:50:49.833-04:00</updated><summary>A boat carrying four crew members sank while being towed by a North Korean cargo ship off Japan's northwestern coast, the Japan Coast Guard said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Endangered salmon may soon swim freely up a Maine river, but a comeback isn't guaranteed</title><author><name> The Maine Monitor</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/atlantic-salmon-habitat-narraguagus-river-climate-change-a47929"/><id>urn:uuid:f9fadf70-5e99-405a-bd21-bb7e933970f0</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:49:55.274-04:00</updated><summary>Habitat restoration project manager Ellie Mason sees prime Atlantic salmon habitat on the Narraguagus River, but the fish are missing.</summary></entry><entry><title>The 49ers return from dominating win in Australia to take on the Dolphins in home opener</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/dolphins-49ers-preview-l71611"/><id>urn:uuid:029f0fb1-8a33-41ce-a086-90004c5e99d3</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:49:48.696-04:00</updated><summary>The scenario to start the season for the San Francisco 49ers couldn't have been much more challenging.</summary></entry><entry><title>Romania's president nominates a new prime minister to break a political deadlock</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/romania-prime-minister-siegfried-muresan-nomination-dan-r93014"/><id>urn:uuid:e6c5fd66-62e2-40cd-8a80-40faaa575702</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:49:34.746-04:00</updated><summary>Romanian President Nicusor Dan has nominated Siegfried Muresan as prime minister to end a political crisis.</summary></entry><entry><title>No. 3 Notre Dame and Michigan St. ready to revive their historic rivalry after nearly a decade off</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/notre-dame-fighting-irish-michigan-state-spartans-w55193"/><id>urn:uuid:1895352a-495d-43bf-8646-b0adc1a93615</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:49:17.980-04:00</updated><summary>No. 3 Notre Dame and Michigan State have a storied rivalry without a recent chapter.</summary></entry><entry><title>A gritty opener, a missing Pro Bowler and a road test in Tennessee for the Eagles</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/eagles-titans-sirianni-hurts-barkley-ward-q22093"/><id>urn:uuid:e25bc691-4965-48d6-873f-2c457dea6fe7</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:49:06.414-04:00</updated><summary>Coach Nick Sirianni wants his Philadelphia Eagles to remember just how hard winning in the NFL really is and make sure to enjoy each victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Arizona's RJ Godfrey plays the waiting game as eligibility hangs in the air</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/arizona-basketball-rj-godfrey-f09291"/><id>urn:uuid:fefccf97-b9b2-4dbf-98d4-332f0374a030</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:48:53.391-04:00</updated><summary>Arizona big man RJ Godfrey has been practicing with his new team since August and joined them on an exhibition trip to Lithuania.</summary></entry><entry><title>NHL star Alex Ovechkin says he's 'for peace and love' after appearing in ad for Putin-aligned party</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/washington-capitals-alex-ovechkin-putin-ad-u61956"/><id>urn:uuid:f1a427cb-8a9d-4fe3-bd8f-9ad2b3f9c3ed</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:48:42.882-04:00</updated><summary>Alex Ovechkin says he's "for peace and love" after the Russian hockey star appeared in an ad for a party aligned with Vladimir Putin.</summary></entry><entry><title>Larkin in limbo: Red Wings open camp with ex-captain injured and not on ice after he asked for trade</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/dylan-larkin-red-wings-n05325"/><id>urn:uuid:2a65f45a-56a1-46fd-b59e-ae8616659a6a</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:48:37.405-04:00</updated><summary>Former Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin talked to his teammates about his trade request and answered some questions from reporters on the first day of training camp.</summary></entry><entry><title>Appeals court weighs Trump-backed Missouri congressional map despite Supreme Court block</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/redistricting-congress-missouri-trump-gerrymandering-b16592"/><id>urn:uuid:dc3de501-5c51-4032-a9f3-f2b86f006c24</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:48:21.392-04:00</updated><summary>A federal appeals court panel is considering an attempt to revive Missouri congressional districts backed by Donald Trump.</summary></entry><entry><title>Second-ranked Georgia opens Southeastern Conference play at struggling Arkansas</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/georgia-arkansas-preview-b47142"/><id>urn:uuid:f8d742ce-da69-4823-8cea-197da95cc523</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:47:58.538-04:00</updated><summary>No. 2 Georgia has scored 110 points in two games to open the season.</summary></entry><entry><title>A tip about a swerving van leads police to 66,000 US silver coins in a fraud case</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/silver-coins-norway-united-states-fraud-a76588"/><id>urn:uuid:be6d0e12-135f-4c58-9334-c0b92fdc3706</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:47:15.527-04:00</updated><summary>Police investigating a money laundering case in Norway have recovered thousands of U.S. silver coins.</summary></entry><entry><title>Prenatal appointments and no place to pump: Navigating pregnancy and postpartum needs at work</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/pregnancy-postpartum-careers-work-maternity-leave-p87437"/><id>urn:uuid:c11cb0cf-9f48-40f4-81a5-f29827e0df9c</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:45:32.916-04:00</updated><summary>Pregnancy and new parenthood can raise complicated issues for women in the workplace.</summary></entry><entry><title>After gaining acclaim in Los Angeles, conductor Gustavo Dudamel takes on New York</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/gustavo-dudamel-new-york-philharmonic-q35140"/><id>urn:uuid:df1e8e10-5c42-49e3-8842-1b696c98befb</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:45:01.420-04:00</updated><summary>Gustavo Dudamel has taken over as music director of the New York Philharmonic.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texas A&amp;M's Elko's 'uber paranoid' playbook shuffle meets a familiar face in Kentucky's Jay Bateman</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/texas-am-kentucky-k54870"/><id>urn:uuid:c64e047f-e6df-490c-bb39-0d2b2ddd37d0</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:44:50.726-04:00</updated><summary>Texas A&amp;M coach Mike Elko admits he's long been concerned that opponents will learn about the inner workings of his team.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former Rockville Centre Chat Noir tea house building to be revamped</title><author><name>Celia Young</name><email>celia.young@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/real-estate/chat-noir-tea-house-renovation-ua6lxqbu"/><id>urn:uuid:a4c67e78-58f4-4b9f-ba9e-243146ff53bd</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:29:24.518-04:00</updated><summary>The former two-story Chat Noir building in Rockville Centre is also seeking a tenant.</summary></entry><entry><title>AI is already damaging human life. We gave it a head start</title><author><name>Bloomberg</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/ai-harmful-effects-hf3wh9xo"/><id>urn:uuid:59fd003e-6a7c-41d3-8a20-2f39d1a4e933</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:21:54.296-04:00</updated><summary>Data centers are also prolific users of PFAS, or "forever" chemicals.</summary></entry><entry><title>Judge orders Kennedy Center to provide 30 days' notice before making any major physical changes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/kennedy-center-fencing-trump-closed-repairs-j12786"/><id>urn:uuid:14b27582-88a4-4452-bddb-cb6079e5184e</id><updated>2026-09-17T13:15:04.971-04:00</updated><summary>A federal judge has ordered the Kennedy Center to provide 30 days' notice before making any major physical changes to the building, including demolishing it as President Donald Trump has threatened.</summary></entry><entry><title>Knicks pause single-game ticket sales to address 'mistake in our pricing'</title><author><name>Anthony Rieber</name><email>anthony.rieber@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/knicks-ticket-pricing-snafu-lg0pwrts"/><id>urn:uuid:cfccfc66-da5c-4cd3-b87e-8b83ba68b00d</id><updated>2026-09-17T12:56:19.382-04:00</updated><summary>'We are rolling back to last year's prices plus an average increase of 12%,' MSG said in a statement.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pokémon box set causes craze on Long Island as market value hits all-time high</title><author><name>David J. Criblez</name><email>david.criblez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/family/pokemon-box-set-30th-anniversary-long-island-sfzqi2ts"/><id>urn:uuid:8aaeb08f-66de-447b-89a8-25d14b57630b</id><updated>2026-09-17T12:23:26.975-04:00</updated><summary>Sept. 16 marked the first wave of product drops as trading cards have become a multi-billion dollar industry.</summary></entry><entry><title>Judge rules Austin Lynch, of Nesconset, competent to stand trial in fatal shooting of ex-girlfriend Emily Finn</title><author><name>Grant Parpan</name><email>grant.parpan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/suffolk-murder-trial-lynch-ulwaonio"/><id>urn:uuid:748ae295-a633-4b2a-a3f7-cecbb59e353b</id><updated>2026-09-17T12:08:49.965-04:00</updated><summary>Austin Lynch was reevaluated after being found incompetent in January.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former US Sen. Jon Kyl of Arizona, a 'workhorse' who shaped water policy, dies at 84</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/jon-kyl-dies-y37327"/><id>urn:uuid:ed1edbb2-50a7-4647-8451-d77a7de163e3</id><updated>2026-09-17T12:02:50.848-04:00</updated><summary>Former U.S. Sen. Jon Kyl, who represented Arizona in both chambers of Congress over nearly three decades, has died at 84.</summary></entry><entry><title>Caitlin Clark's Nike signature shoe arrives Oct. 1, with 'Caitlin Blue' and 'Warning Code Yellow'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/clark-sneaker-nike-s83685"/><id>urn:uuid:db3ac71a-2ac7-47ec-b92f-49afe136f9ea</id><updated>2026-09-17T12:02:06.557-04:00</updated><summary>Caitlin Clark doesn't have to wait much longer for her first signature shoe to come out.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire has weird feel about Friday home game on `holy ground' for Texas preps</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/texas-tech-friday-night-lights-houston-mcguire-m13020"/><id>urn:uuid:a3ce4605-5f56-4cca-be10-f2135b954592</id><updated>2026-09-17T11:55:22.996-04:00</updated><summary>Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire is preparing for a unique Friday night game.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chef David Chang hits the road across the US in new food-centric CNN travel series</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/david-chang-cnn-travel-food-r44995"/><id>urn:uuid:4a3f0140-2162-487a-bd66-0761bdc529d3</id><updated>2026-09-17T11:50:21.193-04:00</updated><summary>Chef David Chang's new CNN travel series, "The Detour with David Chang," explores America's culinary landscape.</summary></entry><entry><title>CMA will honor Dolly Parton with a 2-hour live TV tribute</title><author><name>Los Angeles Times (TNS)</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/music/dolly-parton-tv-special-o256ili9"/><id>urn:uuid:ea6a3dde-897b-4c76-a948-a63eb9652e80</id><updated>2026-09-17T11:45:24.689-04:00</updated><summary>The Country Music Association says "CMA Presents I Will Always Love You: A Celebration of Dolly Parton" will air Oct. 21.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mohamed Salah gets a new German coach at Turkish club Trabzonspor</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/mo-salah-trabzonspor-coach-reis-u48197"/><id>urn:uuid:9763e6f3-472b-411a-8b40-6a83f7702603</id><updated>2026-09-17T11:44:09.957-04:00</updated><summary>Mohamed Salah has a new coach at Trabzonspor.</summary></entry><entry><title>Northwestern extends football coach David Braun's contract through the 2031 season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/northwestern-david-braun-contract-n15153"/><id>urn:uuid:f64d6eb8-c763-4729-8148-3dfe0c530ba6</id><updated>2026-09-17T11:42:53.110-04:00</updated><summary>Northwestern has extended coach David Braun's contract through the 2031 season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kayla Saager-Beckley, former college soccer standout, pro player from East Islip, dies at 30</title><author><name>Michael O&amp;#39;Keeffe</name><email>michael.okeeffe@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/obituaries/kayla-saager-beckley-obituary-soccer-east-islip-ynxczvuy"/><id>urn:uuid:de05e2ed-722a-4e73-89a7-e972ad1d303d</id><updated>2026-09-17T11:32:38.071-04:00</updated><summary>Kayla Saager-Beckley, who was pregnant, died unexpectedly in Oklahoma last week of an undisclosed cause after working out.</summary></entry><entry><title>3 NYS fall foliage road trips near Long Island to take this weekend</title><author><name>Carissa Kellman</name><email>carissa.kellman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/nys-fall-foliage-report-2026-i1fjvbg0"/><id>urn:uuid:445b1835-da31-4fb3-8a46-7b02cf57d8e3</id><updated>2026-09-17T11:28:33.023-04:00</updated><summary>While no significant foliage change is reported in Nassau or Suffolk, NYS destinations are starting to see color.</summary></entry><entry><title>No. 4 Indiana wants to finetune offense, defense in final non-conference tuneup vs. Western Kentucky</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/indiana-western-kentucky-q66641"/><id>urn:uuid:48935af9-50b8-401b-83c2-716914fc2771</id><updated>2026-09-17T11:23:20.961-04:00</updated><summary>Indiana coach Curt Cignetti won last year's national championship by demanding his players keep finding ways to improve.</summary></entry><entry><title>Martin McDonagh on being scared of John Malkovich, the CIA and 'Wild Horse Nine'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/martin-mcdonagh-wild-horse-nine-k00478"/><id>urn:uuid:fbeb5ad2-1335-4a2d-b9d5-5a3257ba1871</id><updated>2026-09-17T11:22:49.413-04:00</updated><summary>Stop me if you've heard this before.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fewer migrants are reaching Europe by sea but more people are dying, IOM warns</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/migration-refugees-deaths-mediterranean-atlantic-shipwrecks-o41943"/><id>urn:uuid:271b23f8-ead1-4508-a1e4-c2ffad392dfb</id><updated>2026-09-17T11:14:59.411-04:00</updated><summary>The U.N. migration agency reports that significantly fewer migrants are reaching Europe by sea this year, but more are dying on increasingly dangerous journeys.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pulisic left off US roster by Pochettino, 16-year-old Sullivan among 13 who could make debuts</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/pulisic-sullivan-us-roster-r32476"/><id>urn:uuid:17e80f4f-42ac-4fc4-8cbe-fe5928beeeb9</id><updated>2026-09-17T11:09:57.276-04:00</updated><summary>Christian Pulisic has been left off the U.S. roster for the upcoming international matches.</summary></entry><entry><title>African asylum seekers find home in unlikely new American melting pots</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lockland-ohio-mauritania-d68714"/><id>urn:uuid:0cf81e7c-cd7a-43fc-8ad8-28eb194ec048</id><updated>2026-09-17T10:41:37.594-04:00</updated><summary>In 2023, thousands of migrants from West Africa arrived in Lockland, Ohio, nearly doubling the town's population so suddenly it seemed to some that it happened overnight.</summary></entry><entry><title>So Delicious recall involving some dairy-free desserts over potential foreign objects inside pints</title><author><name>Rachel Weiss</name><email>rachel.weiss@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/so-delicious-dessert-recall-r51bkfh0"/><id>urn:uuid:aeb70ca9-60e0-4266-a6ff-0e64b13eb229</id><updated>2026-09-17T10:30:34.142-04:00</updated><summary>The FDA announced So Delicious brand voluntarily recalled a flavor of their dairy-free frozen pints.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lewis Hamilton denies he's sought to replace any staff at Ferrari as his F1 title bid fades</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/lewis-hamilton-ferrari-f1-b50645"/><id>urn:uuid:aec34667-8050-48f8-84e3-f9918ab0ff74</id><updated>2026-09-17T10:22:49.112-04:00</updated><summary>Lewis Hamilton says he has "never asked" for any of Ferrari's staff to be replaced and praised their dedication after some tense radio exchanges over team strategy in recent Formula 1 races.</summary></entry><entry><title>UNC defensive coordinator Steve Belichick resigns, probe into conduct in football program concludes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/unc-steve-belichick-football-investigation-y33447"/><id>urn:uuid:e3a3e775-c763-45be-a68c-3081e6b7e9dd</id><updated>2026-09-17T10:19:24.634-04:00</updated><summary>The investigation into conduct within Bill Belichick's football program at North Carolina is complete and now includes his son's exit.</summary></entry><entry><title>Body found in Grand Canyon was missing hiker, wife says, bringing flood death toll to 3</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/grand-canyon-flooding-deaths-r87252"/><id>urn:uuid:7a90d4fa-4971-4c8b-ace7-2d800916a81a</id><updated>2026-09-17T10:13:29.370-04:00</updated><summary>Human remains found in the Grand Canyon this week have been identified as Timothy Allen Smith, the last person missing after the deadly flash flooding in late August.</summary></entry><entry><title>Andrew Gross: Islanders GM Mathieu Darche explains Mathew Barzal's injury situation, not ruling star out for opener</title><author><name>Andrew Gross</name><email>andrew.gross@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/andrew-gross/barzal-injury-news-mgblph6h"/><id>urn:uuid:2f126fde-edba-4ca1-8830-ee06644024c8</id><updated>2026-09-17T10:11:30.994-04:00</updated><summary>"We said two weeks. Could we say 12 days? 13 days? 10 days? He still has a chance for opening night," Mathieu Darche said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Florida State and Alabama meet again, and so much has changed since last year's stunner</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/florida-state-alabama-preview-n29665"/><id>urn:uuid:12344557-fb73-4c26-bf6b-b863ead6413f</id><updated>2026-09-17T09:42:56.742-04:00</updated><summary>No. 10 Alabama hosts Florida State a year after the Seminoles' 31-17 victory sent the programs in opposite directions.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lawrence football had 16 players on its roster, and that group ended a four-year, 28-game losing streak</title><author><name>Gregg Sarra</name><email>gregg.sarra@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/lawrence-football-wins-hymn75qx"/><id>urn:uuid:a59e26da-ef88-4fe4-bee7-018d1e850b60</id><updated>2026-09-17T09:39:49.275-04:00</updated><summary>Lawrence will play its entire schedule on the road for the second straight season</summary></entry><entry><title>Authorities ban PSG fans from traveling to Marseille for Sunday's 'Le Classique'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/marseille-psg-classique-fans-banned-j01719"/><id>urn:uuid:15200e8e-df4b-457e-9033-3c08fa76fd1e</id><updated>2026-09-17T09:36:44.657-04:00</updated><summary>Paris Saint-Germain fans have been banned from traveling to Marseille for Sunday's big match due to the risk of violent clashes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Saudi civil defense says falling debris from intercepted Houthi drone kills 1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/yemen-saudi-arabia-houthi-drone-y45294"/><id>urn:uuid:60b54067-d845-41c3-8a4a-28086716687d</id><updated>2026-09-17T09:31:20.425-04:00</updated><summary>The Saudi civil defense says debris from an intercepted Houthi drone has killed one person and injured two others.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lena Dunham announces she has welcomed her first child via surrogate</title><author><name>Los Angeles Times (TNS)</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/celebrities/lena-dunham-first-child-surrogate-howpqtq8"/><id>urn:uuid:891068d1-89d6-4199-b608-c676585b2959</id><updated>2026-09-17T09:27:58.888-04:00</updated><summary>The "Girls" actor welcomed a daughter via surrogate with her husband, Luis Felber, news she shared Wednesday in an op-ed published in Vogue.</summary></entry><entry><title>Garden City's Tocolo Cantina closes</title><author><name>Andi Berlin</name><email>andi.berlin@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/garden-city-tocolo-cantina-closed-eq0udkbl"/><id>urn:uuid:bb10881d-2213-4e65-b596-a27303e9aef4</id><updated>2026-09-17T09:21:36.736-04:00</updated><summary>The eatery was a pioneer in a new crop of stylish but approachable Mexican restaurants with cocktails and party vibes.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Iran war is driving clean energy development. It's not enough to help the planet, yet</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-war-climate-change-oil-gas-prices-j12716"/><id>urn:uuid:57e6862c-9855-44bc-adb5-885dc43ac967</id><updated>2026-09-17T09:07:23.129-04:00</updated><summary>Countries are embracing clean power and taking steps to use less energy because of the war against Iran.</summary></entry><entry><title>Spying scandal is still haunting Southampton as Wrexham's celebrity owners have a dig</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/wrexham-reynolds-southampton-spygate-t92881"/><id>urn:uuid:ebd09bf5-6ead-42da-9383-e6e5bcba307a</id><updated>2026-09-17T09:01:59.705-04:00</updated><summary>Another week, another taunt as Southampton continues to be dogged by its conduct in the "Spygate" soccer scandal.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kim Stanley Robinson won't read aloud his climate disaster scene from 'The Ministry for the Future'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/kim-stanley-robinson-climate-m85925"/><id>urn:uuid:d4a54659-11c8-499c-8086-eb9818773e74</id><updated>2026-09-17T09:01:28.268-04:00</updated><summary>In the opening chapter of Kim Stanley Robinson's "The Ministry for the Future," a prolonged heat wave grips northern India.</summary></entry><entry><title>Burna Boy to headline halftime at the NFL's first regular-season game in Paris</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/burna-boy-nfl-paris-k55319"/><id>urn:uuid:15f68697-6fd4-4419-8702-7c50199d6e56</id><updated>2026-09-17T08:54:02.732-04:00</updated><summary>Burna Boy is set to headline the halftime show at the NFL's first regular-season game in Paris.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cases of Black people found hanged in the US South are a reminder of nation's lynching history</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mississippi-hanging-lynchings-x54691"/><id>urn:uuid:46965a4b-2ab0-4375-b114-8c80d3903336</id><updated>2026-09-17T08:45:15.014-04:00</updated><summary>The death of Tasia Fortune, a Black Mississippi woman found hanging from a tree, has stirred distressing memories of the grim U.S. history of lynchings.</summary></entry><entry><title>Claims for unemployment benefits drop to 196,000, lowest since mid-July as layoffs remain low</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/unemployment-benefits-jobless-claims-layoffs-labor-r81162"/><id>urn:uuid:073855e3-50a2-48b3-89db-19dec7fe3c9e</id><updated>2026-09-17T08:40:14.788-04:00</updated><summary>The number of people applying for unemployment benefits dropped sharply last week, another sign that layoffs remain rare and most Americans enjoy job security.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fiji declares an HIV emergency and expands testing as cases surge</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/fiji-hiv-national-emergency-aids-r79369"/><id>urn:uuid:d140c35e-4ad7-42b6-a717-8cd14e9983b8</id><updated>2026-09-17T08:33:55.735-04:00</updated><summary>Fiji has declared an HIV emergency as 1 in 60 people in the South Pacific island nation is estimated to be infected.</summary></entry><entry><title>Route 347 in Hauppauge reopened after crash seriously hurts 1, snarls traffic</title><author><name>John Valenti and Nicholas Spangler</name><email>nicholas.spangler@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/crash-347-snarls-traffic-cnh1fi9j"/><id>urn:uuid:e08f541b-e879-4ed0-8177-185b574c7225</id><updated>2026-09-17T08:20:33.168-04:00</updated><summary>It was not immediately clear if the crash involved a single vehicle or multiple vehicles.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: Federal judge orders Kennedy Center to provide 30 days' notice of any building changes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/president-donald-trump-tariffs-y84438"/><id>urn:uuid:a369d7d6-a77e-4b6d-8f7d-1b433eef022a</id><updated>2026-09-17T08:14:16.372-04:00</updated><summary>A federal judge has ordered the Kennedy Center to provide 30 days' notice before making any major physical changes to the building, including demolishing it — as President Donald Trump has threatened.</summary></entry><entry><title>US Open runner-up Ben Shelton withdraws from Laver Cup and is replaced by Brandon Nakashima</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/ben-shelton-laver-cup-i89186"/><id>urn:uuid:36a07b2b-5e8e-49aa-8736-15ef70d28d44</id><updated>2026-09-17T07:46:31.168-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. Open runner-up Ben Shelton withdrew from the Laver Cup and will be replaced by 16th-ranked Brandon Nakashima on Team World.</summary></entry><entry><title>English cricket club gets points deduction after pitch is damaged by heat and Bollywood filming</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/cricket-leicestershire-bad-pitch-bollywood-film-o84015"/><id>urn:uuid:36d7e3b4-d7ed-4dbb-aab8-9bfc47829e2b</id><updated>2026-09-17T07:44:52.016-04:00</updated><summary>Storied English cricket club Leicestershire faces relegation after it was docked 27 points for the poor state of its playing surface, despite the head groundsman arguing that the conditions were due to extreme heat and a Bollywood film shoot just days before a game.</summary></entry><entry><title>Serbia's President Vucic inaugurates assembly factory for Israel-made drones</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/serbia-israel-drones-factory-vucic-military-e46929"/><id>urn:uuid:3886bb3f-ef60-4a45-acc2-375b3e12de99</id><updated>2026-09-17T07:31:41.433-04:00</updated><summary>Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic says he has inaugurated an assembly factory for Israeli drones in the Balkan country.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ireland's national broadcaster will boycott 2027 Eurovision Song Contest over Israel's participation</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ireland-eurovision-contest-israel-boycott-m16868"/><id>urn:uuid:400e4947-5b83-45d6-9cbd-8164d79bec79</id><updated>2026-09-17T07:31:24.882-04:00</updated><summary>Ireland is set to boycott the Eurovision Song Contest for a second year due to Israel's participation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sweden's Prime Minister Kristersson to resign after left-leaning opposition narrowly wins election</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/sweden-election-opposition-wins-andersson-d13554"/><id>urn:uuid:50350684-8e56-4708-b4a3-a161e1cb4941</id><updated>2026-09-17T07:28:14.957-04:00</updated><summary>Sweden's left-leaning opposition has won a narrow majority in the national election.</summary></entry><entry><title>US mortgage rates brush 7%, weighing on buyers, sellers and further straining a bleak housing market</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/mortgage-rates-housing-interest-financing-home-i11819"/><id>urn:uuid:8422393e-8d04-4535-85c4-93ac6f8b5207</id><updated>2026-09-17T07:23:40.110-04:00</updated><summary>Mortgage rates climbed for the fourth week in a row, driving the average long-term U.S. home loan rate to just below 7%, its highest level in over 19 months.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ohio voters rejected Sherrod Brown. Two years later, are they ready to give him a second chance?</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/sherrod-brown-jon-husted-youngstown-trump-b83698"/><id>urn:uuid:623bbb48-d6d4-4a7e-90f6-cd7716240d5f</id><updated>2026-09-17T07:07:32.963-04:00</updated><summary>Former Sen. Sherrod Brown is asking Ohio voters to send him back to Congress just two years after they rejected him.</summary></entry><entry><title>World Cup quarterfinalist Switzerland picks in-form Sion forward Boteli in Nations League squad</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/switzerland-squad-boteli-xhaka-nations-league-x92236"/><id>urn:uuid:b4c922d5-5883-4a55-8767-c6b300989eb2</id><updated>2026-09-17T07:01:35.825-04:00</updated><summary>World Cup quarterfinalist Switzerland has rewarded 20-year-old Sion forward Winsley Boteli with a first international call for Nations League games.</summary></entry><entry><title>The boos have started at Man United after another troubled start to the season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/man-united-premier-league-t35491"/><id>urn:uuid:4f77d020-bd86-4080-8bcc-40fd7045976c</id><updated>2026-09-17T06:52:30.522-04:00</updated><summary>The boos that rang round Old Trafford on Wednesday have become a familiar sound in recent times.</summary></entry><entry><title>Saudi Arabia says debris from an intercepted Houthi drone killed 1, and other Mideast developments</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mideast-iran-us-strikes-un-claims-september-17-2026-u02358"/><id>urn:uuid:b48db3b8-b729-4b0e-8974-3cd1ac6ec3b5</id><updated>2026-09-17T06:51:31.915-04:00</updated><summary>Here's a look at the latest news in the Middle East: Saudi Arabia says debris from an intercepted Houthi drone killed one person.</summary></entry><entry><title>AC Milan's debacle in European return highlights issues under new coach Ruben Amorim</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/ac-milan-benfica-europa-league-p21995"/><id>urn:uuid:b435d7bc-94e3-4d9a-91eb-93a73a2906b0</id><updated>2026-09-17T06:40:06.637-04:00</updated><summary>AC Milan used to rule in Europe.</summary></entry><entry><title>The fight over congressional maps put nearly 35 million people into new House districts, report says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/redistricting-house-trump-congress-i76218"/><id>urn:uuid:64cbcaa1-b729-415d-909b-33c035568c1a</id><updated>2026-09-17T06:21:57.412-04:00</updated><summary>A new report reveals that mid-decade redistricting for the U.S. House has changed congressional districts for one-tenth of Americans.</summary></entry><entry><title>PHOTO ESSAY: A small town on Cincinnati's outskirts is among those transformed by immigration surge</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/immigration-asylum-cincinnati-ohio-mauritania-community-v91592"/><id>urn:uuid:649175df-133d-44b0-9e12-4f2f109a01a2</id><updated>2026-09-17T06:11:04.080-04:00</updated><summary>An old building in Lockland, Ohio, bustles every Friday afternoon, the sound of hammering old</summary></entry><entry><title>Cyprus attorney general rejects bid to drop case of UK boy's fatal fall</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/uk-cyprus-father-negligence-son-death-h46401"/><id>urn:uuid:de747ef6-871c-4422-a421-2a81a1a2d677</id><updated>2026-09-17T06:10:40.779-04:00</updated><summary>A British man charged with negligence in his 3-year-old son's death from a Cyprus hotel window is disappointed his case wasn't dismissed on humanitarian grounds.</summary></entry><entry><title>Many Venezuelan immigrants shun Florida and turn to smaller cities in Utah, elsewhere</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/venezuela-utah-florida-immigration-border-asylum-tps-q78801"/><id>urn:uuid:fb87a2da-1359-4151-95b3-766b2800abf4</id><updated>2026-09-17T06:10:06.484-04:00</updated><summary>Many Venezuelan immigrants are shunning Florida and turning instead to communities in places like Utah.</summary></entry><entry><title>African asylum seekers find home in unlikely new American melting pots</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lockland-ohio-mauritania-immigration-asylum-border-m60786"/><id>urn:uuid:8507363b-0150-4d67-846a-6d1ed187b12a</id><updated>2026-09-17T06:07:23.873-04:00</updated><summary>In 2023, thousands of migrants from West Africa arrived in Lockland, Ohio, nearly doubling the town's population so suddenly it seemed to some that it happened overnight.</summary></entry><entry><title>How AP obtained and analyzed data on 4.5 million migrants released in the US at the border</title><author><name> HUMERA LODHI</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/migration-data-us-analysis-border-crossing-w76568"/><id>urn:uuid:09a2ab62-6e70-4efc-b462-a44067002329</id><updated>2026-09-17T06:05:39.900-04:00</updated><summary>Newly obtained data on the unprecedented surge of border crossings over the past decade is shedding light on who entered the U.S. and where they went.</summary></entry><entry><title>A border surge reshaped America. Now, data shows who 4.5 million migrants were and where they went</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/border-crossing-immigration-data-mexico-us-k77138"/><id>urn:uuid:2dd75259-7414-48b2-bd75-87451915e937</id><updated>2026-09-17T06:03:52.583-04:00</updated><summary>A surge in border crossings over the past decade reshaped America: Millions of people from more than 150 countries arrived, bringing the immigrant population to its highest levels.</summary></entry><entry><title>Baker Mayfield doesn't need extra motivation facing the Browns</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/mayfield-buccaneers-browns-y30262"/><id>urn:uuid:745b95a4-a47f-4b7b-aa62-08bd37e15d5d</id><updated>2026-09-17T06:00:38.923-04:00</updated><summary>Baker Mayfield doesn't need extra motivation after a turnover-filled performance in Week 1.</summary></entry><entry><title>Billie Jean King to present Lisa Bluder with the Joe Lapchick Character Award</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/lapchick-bluder-billie-jean-king-caitlin-clark-y95378"/><id>urn:uuid:eed7aaf6-16f2-4f12-a6be-1293fb76a4d5</id><updated>2026-09-17T06:00:30.084-04:00</updated><summary>When Lisa Bluder first met Billie Jean King, the tennis icon signed a piece of paper saying: "pressure is a privilege, go Iowa basketball."</summary></entry><entry><title>DoorDash and Uber Eats to offer delivery from US Costco stores</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/doordash-uber-eats-costco-delivery-c64731"/><id>urn:uuid:0a63ab2e-2e2b-40b9-9bb9-bc8862f72fcd</id><updated>2026-09-17T06:00:20.905-04:00</updated><summary>Costco said Thursday it's partnering with DoorDash to offer delivery from its U.S. warehouse stores.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bournemouth beats Real Sociedad 2-1 in its first European match. Juventus, Crystal Palace win big</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/man-city-bournemouth-crystal-palace-juventus-p52196"/><id>urn:uuid:3ac6189d-aeb5-4fe4-9dcb-f8891f472f04</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:44:57.338-04:00</updated><summary>Bournemouth kicked off its first European campaign with a 2-1 victory at Real Sociedad.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rescuers dig 4 bodies from a Nepal hydropower tunnel as families demand answers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nepal-tibet-flooding-bodies-recovered-rescue-f14628"/><id>urn:uuid:b16234de-77ad-4860-96bd-d87bfd390516</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:29:42.596-04:00</updated><summary>Rescuers in Nepal have recovered four bodies from a hydropower plant tunnel three weeks after a devastating flash flood.</summary></entry><entry><title>Heavy rain and floods in northern Vietnam submerge homes and disrupt economy</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/vietnam-floods-climate-rain-hanoi-n96336"/><id>urn:uuid:6f8a89c2-38c1-4794-a09b-52084cccb803</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:25:15.599-04:00</updated><summary>Heavy rain has caused widespread flooding across northern Vietnam.</summary></entry><entry><title>At least 48 dead in Nigeria after consuming drink suspected to contain methanol, authorities say</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nigeria-drink-deaths-arrests-s41939"/><id>urn:uuid:b1405d61-46ef-4b48-8e3a-fea948101021</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:21:05.548-04:00</updated><summary>At least 48 people have died after consuming a locally brewed alcoholic concoction in southern Nigeria's Ondo state.</summary></entry><entry><title>No. 16 SMU's visit to No. 23 Louisville headlines ACC's Week 3 schedule</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/acc-football-preview-i74377"/><id>urn:uuid:03301e7b-ab6e-44ee-852b-e56a6ce97899</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:11:10.000-04:00</updated><summary>No. 16 SMU visits No. 23 Louisville to headline the Atlantic Coast Conference's Week 3 schedule.</summary></entry><entry><title>Big Ten's top game has Michigan State's Pat Fitzgerald trying to deliver another upset at Notre Dame</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/big-ten-football-x34774"/><id>urn:uuid:314a9a66-8dc3-43f9-b7a7-38ec54528b50</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:11:01.540-04:00</updated><summary>Longtime rivals Michigan State and No. 3 Notre Dame face off for the first time since 2017 in this week's most notable game featuring a Big Ten team.</summary></entry><entry><title>No. 13 Texas Tech opens Big 12 title defense vs. No. 22 Houston, and league goes international again</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/big-12-preview-a78141"/><id>urn:uuid:b56d5688-0fd5-4dd7-8f35-0aceaccfdcca</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:10:48.756-04:00</updated><summary>The Big 12 Conference has some exciting matchups this week.</summary></entry><entry><title>SEC Week 3: No. 7 LSU heads to No. 8 Ole Miss in a grudge-filled showdown</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/southeastern-conference-football-ncaa-s15527"/><id>urn:uuid:4991de09-c5c5-4a58-b480-e8b30c0fe6c2</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:10:35.397-04:00</updated><summary>LSU visits Ole Miss in a highly anticipated SEC matchup.</summary></entry><entry><title>Medical Aid in Dying: Long Island woman with incurable disease considers using law</title><author><name>Robert Brodsky</name><email>robert.brodsky@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/health/medical-aid-in-dying-incurable-disease-northport-woman-neurological-psp-vbc2pafb"/><id>urn:uuid:238b8863-5020-4b13-9f6b-29b9d4207710</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The Willens are one of the countless families staring down an impossible choice, and its multitude of consequences.</summary></entry><entry><title>Billy Joel doc using AI set to premiere amid controversy</title><author><name>Rafer Guzm&amp;aacute;n</name><email>rafer.guzman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/movies/billy-joel-documentary-g6n0ct5n"/><id>urn:uuid:2fb886b2-33bf-4b3d-bc3e-5159999f457e</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>"Lost Interview" with the Piano Man premiere in Stony Brook Sept. 25 amid controversy.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rita Smith, counselor, teacher, member of the Sisters of St. Dominic of Amityville for 74 years, dies at 93</title><author><name>Tamilore Oshikanlu</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/obituaries/sister-rita-smith-obituary-fbmfw0ft"/><id>urn:uuid:1435b58e-aedd-4ec2-9389-3f631fc9bdcf</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>A teacher and addiction counselor, Sister Rita Smith paired warmth with candor, offering an attentive ear to those who sought her guidance, colleagues said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Francesca's Pizzeria and Restaurant in Great Neck closes</title><author><name>Marie Elena Martinez</name><email>marieelena.martinez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/francescas-pizzeria-great-neck-closed-eg2mkp5r"/><id>urn:uuid:37c981d4-07b6-456b-b7e3-2bd09612a5ec</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Like most neighborhood pizza joints across Long Island, it was known for its slices.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island fire districts set to receive nearly $1.2M in New York State grants</title><author><name>Denise M. Bonilla</name><email>denise.bonilla@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/volunteer-fire-departments-gov-kathy-hochul-jbrsxb0d"/><id>urn:uuid:5c1725ff-5de9-4a5d-800f-3d7c7ee03c57</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The money is part of $25 million in capital funding for 65 volunteer fire departments and districts across the state, Gov. Kathy Hochul said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Setauket Caroline Episcopal Church, approaching its 300-year anniversary, raising funds for a new roof</title><author><name>Carl MacGowan</name><email>carl.macgowan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/setauket-caroline-episcopal-church-national-register-of-historic-places-jjkleo1u"/><id>urn:uuid:0f603601-0aee-4a33-8927-61f3843fc788</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Its designation on the National Register of Historic Places complicates preservation efforts and could make the project more expensive since contemporary building materials cannot be used, church leaders said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Newsday's top 25 Long Island girls swimmers for 2026</title><author><name>Tess Ferguson</name><email>tess.ferguson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/swimming/top-25-girls-swimmers-2026-c37kxjq0"/><id>urn:uuid:a34b1f09-3f69-4f40-bbd5-6c8780294171</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Newsday's annual list of the top 50 Long Island high school girls swimmers to start the 2026 season,</summary></entry><entry><title>Live music schedule at Long Island wineries</title><author><name>Gina Tabarus</name><email>gtabarus@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/long-island-getaways/wineries-live-music-pmarw3ad"/><id>urn:uuid:6aea6d17-2228-4510-a613-d5bcd413d5a5</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Pair your rosé with live rock, jazz or blues at these East End vineyards.</summary></entry><entry><title>Higher mortgage rates, prices make for challenging fall for Long Island homebuyers</title><author><name>Jonathan LaMantia and Rachel Weiss</name><email>rachel.weiss@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/real-estate/buying-selling-house-fall-long-island-hstab7pv"/><id>urn:uuid:d82de2db-7c63-457b-a819-7def9c490ff3</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Agents hoped a gradual decline in mortgage rates could make buying more affordable and convince homeowners this was the year to sell. That hasn't happened.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island Orienteering Club members explore the woods with just a map and a compass</title><author><name>Jim Merritt</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/orienteering-long-island-ouivrh1t"/><id>urn:uuid:98e644eb-c257-4aaf-b609-b9828e6f183d</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Orienteering is an activity that puts traditional map-reading skills back on the map.</summary></entry><entry><title>New high-tech cardiology center opens on Long Island</title><author><name>Victor Ocasio</name><email>victor.ocasio@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/northwell-heart-diagnostic-testing-imaging-sji9554p"/><id>urn:uuid:259b5bcd-8006-4372-bea8-4ef074626519</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The new center is roughly 50% larger than Northwell's previous center at the New Hyde Park hospital.</summary></entry><entry><title>Plan to repair Bayview Avenue in Manhasset hampered by permit delay</title><author><name>Joshua Needelman</name><email>joshua.needelman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/manhasset-road-erosion-bayview-avenue-ptbbrk2h"/><id>urn:uuid:b3f34599-dffb-4345-9798-69cc21ca707f</id><updated>2026-09-17T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The town expects to resume work on the project in October.</summary></entry><entry><title>The king and AI: UK monarch Charles meets artificial intelligence leaders as safety concerns swirl</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/britain-king-charles-ai-summit-e08531"/><id>urn:uuid:98469999-42ae-4a44-be11-5acffd480d60</id><updated>2026-09-17T04:59:19.527-04:00</updated><summary>King Charles III has urged AI leaders to keep artificial intelligence under control and beneficial for people and the planet.</summary></entry><entry><title>A ninth woman's body found in South Africa deepens fears of a possible serial killer</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-africa-killings-women-femicide-h17380"/><id>urn:uuid:2ca98f94-9bbe-427b-8eb9-8235d78cbe6a</id><updated>2026-09-17T04:58:31.811-04:00</updated><summary>South African police say they have discovered a ninth woman's body east of Johannesburg.</summary></entry><entry><title>South Korea set to approve abortion pills for the 1st time next year</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-korea-abortion-pills-women-e07791"/><id>urn:uuid:a44ad555-fe64-4c63-b4b5-060f55133208</id><updated>2026-09-17T04:57:17.804-04:00</updated><summary>South Korea plans to approve abortion pills for the first time to ensure safer abortions within the national healthcare system.</summary></entry><entry><title>UN-backed experts cite possible US war crimes in Iran strikes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/un-human-rights-us-iran-i55234"/><id>urn:uuid:ba5c3a04-8938-4317-aca1-226d536f8538</id><updated>2026-09-17T04:49:27.298-04:00</updated><summary>U.N.-commissioned human rights experts say they have found "reasonable grounds" to believe the United States committed war crimes in two strikes in Iran.</summary></entry><entry><title>Huawei unveils new chip technologies as Chinese firm steps up the AI race with Nvidia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/huawei-ai-chips-nvidia-superpod-technology-k86155"/><id>urn:uuid:f893b346-8fec-436b-bee5-b2727fbef84d</id><updated>2026-09-17T04:20:43.670-04:00</updated><summary>Chinese technology giant Huawei has launched new chip technologies as it challenges leading global companies such as Nvidia.</summary></entry><entry><title>Klopp wants to 'reclaim the flag' as Germany coach as he calls up 44 players for his first games</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/jurgen-klopp-germany-squad-nations-league-x44204"/><id>urn:uuid:d684a316-26bd-4454-9c98-05c45ac016ea</id><updated>2026-09-17T04:20:40.217-04:00</updated><summary>Jürgen Klopp says he wants to help spread national pride in Germany as he announced a super-sized first roster as national team coach with an appeal to "reclaim the flag."</summary></entry><entry><title>Buckingham Palace hits back at claims in a book by Princess Diana's brother</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/princess-diana-brother-book-king-charles-n13025"/><id>urn:uuid:661b4859-97d1-4095-8623-f8240b3903a5</id><updated>2026-09-17T04:04:26.741-04:00</updated><summary>Buckingham Palace is denying a claim by Princess Diana's brother that King Charles III said she would soon be forgotten after her death.</summary></entry><entry><title>Takaichi shuffles Japan's Cabinet to revive sagging support, keeps key ministers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/japan-government-takaichi-reshuffle-us-f05234"/><id>urn:uuid:b6662f1a-3a98-4e98-8cb7-1a922f802cba</id><updated>2026-09-17T03:32:45.570-04:00</updated><summary>Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has reshuffled her Cabinet to boost her waning popularity while retaining key ministers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Russian missile and drone attacks injure at least 19, including children, in Ukraine</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-ukraine-war-drones-missiles-kyiv-l96497"/><id>urn:uuid:fbb43dfa-5b13-4a3e-8519-a1236ae05ee6</id><updated>2026-09-17T02:43:19.576-04:00</updated><summary>A Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv and its surrounding region has injured at least 19 people, including children.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sandy Alcantara comes out of the bullpen on 1 day of rest and earns 1st career save for Marlins</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/sandy-alcantara-save-marlins-diamondbacks-a43198"/><id>urn:uuid:475ffdc0-a563-4a45-8df3-43fb1c1ab20c</id><updated>2026-09-17T02:26:29.394-04:00</updated><summary>Miami Marlins ace Sandy Alcantara has pitched more than 200 innings this season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Congress needs to meet this Sept. 11 obligation</title><author><name>The Editorial Board</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/editorials/fema-9-11-pension-benefits-garbarino-gillibrand-ddbrv0kq"/><id>urn:uuid:e83237ad-902d-4adb-b7c3-9b90b47a1e81</id><updated>2026-09-17T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Congress has an opportunity to show how much they care for first responders.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ex-owner of mob-linked restaurant got $6 million from Nassau County</title><author><name>Peter D&amp;#39;Auria</name><email>peter.dauria@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/investigations/nassau-police-payout-settlement-tf7p4yb7"/><id>urn:uuid:142fecc4-465b-452d-b75b-b55d7a0c328f</id><updated>2026-09-17T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>It's the county's second multimillion-dollar payout in a police misconduct case within four months.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suffolk $2.1M settlement, mail ballots, EPA rollbacks, financial literacy</title><author><name>Newsday Readers</name><email>letters@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/letters/suffolk-21m-settlement-mail-ballots-epa-rollbacks-financial-literacy-uc1ujk38"/><id>urn:uuid:661c45e1-f393-464f-a097-4acbca450833</id><updated>2026-09-17T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Reader letters to Newsday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jets, Giants ticket resale prices surging after Week 1 wins</title><author><name>Anthony Rieber</name><email>anthony.rieber@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/jets-giants-nfl-tickets-phso0ofs"/><id>urn:uuid:65bda010-55d7-4224-8d88-222021be862b</id><updated>2026-09-17T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Some Jets tickets for Sunday's home opener against the Green Bay Packers are going for more than $2,000.</summary></entry><entry><title>What AI algorithms can't do for you</title><author><name>Alan Kadish</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/guest-essays/jewish-high-holy-days-taking-stock-uacnaxgh"/><id>urn:uuid:7498bb82-bc11-41b9-be32-1f938fd4ec11</id><updated>2026-09-17T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>To ask and begin answering tough questions about yourself, you must take time for genuine self-reflection.</summary></entry><entry><title>Belmont Park reopens Friday for racing-starved Long Islanders</title><author><name>John Asbury</name><email>john.asbury@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/belmont-park-renovations-yywrozdk"/><id>urn:uuid:01025162-eaa9-4cb5-a87d-0338452f8a31</id><updated>2026-09-17T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The renovated Elmont track opens with a full slate of races after being closed for three years.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island's legacy eateries make FeedMe's Top 50 restaurants list</title><author><name>Erica Marcus</name><email>erica.marcus@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/legacy-eateries-top-50-best-2026-fkebayag"/><id>urn:uuid:eb30e5b3-2d05-4745-892a-ab3d2da6d9c3</id><updated>2026-09-17T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Our list includes nine "legacy" spots that have been cooking for more than 20 years.</summary></entry><entry><title>U.S. stocks rally to their best day in 6 weeks after oil prices and bond yields ease</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/stock-markets-fed-oil-o37990"/><id>urn:uuid:e1041d5b-e7d4-4906-9ccf-8519794ec3ec</id><updated>2026-09-17T01:22:27.071-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. stock market rallied to its best day in six weeks after oil prices fell and pressure from the bond market eased.</summary></entry><entry><title>Romanian border residents fear fallout as frequency of drone alerts rises</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/romania-russia-drones-nato-threats-e88015"/><id>urn:uuid:6a8b15c6-78c0-4f61-b7d3-a840ba856436</id><updated>2026-09-17T01:19:13.123-04:00</updated><summary>Romanian residents near the Ukraine border are living in fear due to Russian drone strikes.</summary></entry><entry><title>France hosts Lebanon security talks to discuss post-UN mission plans</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lebanon-military-france-jordan-hezbollah-army-s21135"/><id>urn:uuid:5d2302f4-4b24-46ca-af18-4df41e2e7a10</id><updated>2026-09-17T01:10:18.789-04:00</updated><summary>Leaders from Lebanon, France and Jordan have met in Paris to support Lebanon's struggling military.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bank of England holds rates but appears ready to hike soon</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/britain-economy-interest-rates-y53877"/><id>urn:uuid:39d14783-da57-4c84-889b-56f8ae68d3dc</id><updated>2026-09-17T01:08:00.841-04:00</updated><summary>The Bank of England is keeping the U.K.'s main interest rate unchanged at 3.75% even though inflation in the United Kingdom has risen to a five-month high as the fallout from the Iran war continues to ratchet up fuel prices.</summary></entry><entry><title>Carney embraces EU associate membership proposal as Trump pushes Canada closer to Europe</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/carney-canada-eu-trump-parliament-speech-m75787"/><id>urn:uuid:d4d95a3c-124d-4aea-883b-76c9f2a6091e</id><updated>2026-09-17T01:01:57.100-04:00</updated><summary>Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has embraced the prospect of his country becoming the European Union's first associate member.</summary></entry><entry><title>Marlins hold off Diamondbacks 4-3 with Sandy Alcantara getting 1st career save</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/marlins-diamondbacks-score-alcantara-s95589"/><id>urn:uuid:c2c7fead-65d5-4131-94d4-117bbe2d6b1b</id><updated>2026-09-17T01:01:28.517-04:00</updated><summary>Jakob Marsee hit a two-run homer and Sandy Alcantara earned his first career save as the Miami Marlins held off the Arizona Diamondbacks 4-3.</summary></entry><entry><title>Raleigh and Naylor carry the Mariners past the Angels, 7-2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mariners-angels-score-v49163"/><id>urn:uuid:09364bc0-3aa9-4cf1-8164-0711fc1b01d4</id><updated>2026-09-17T00:57:50.386-04:00</updated><summary>Cal Raleigh had two hits and three RBIs, Josh Naylor had two hits and two RBIs and the Seattle Mariners kept their slim playoff hopes alive with a 7-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tens of thousands flee as Iran-backed rebels draw Yemen into the wider war</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/yemen-displacement-conflict-houthis-i24353"/><id>urn:uuid:2f5e0884-51cc-4fb9-bcb2-260ae8634962</id><updated>2026-09-17T00:53:45.716-04:00</updated><summary>The lightning advance of the Iran-backed Houthi rebels has forced tens of thousands of people to flee their homes in Yemen.</summary></entry><entry><title>Browns-Buccaneers matchup Sunday is more than just Baker Mayfield facing his old team</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/mayfield-watson-buccaneers-browns-n16581"/><id>urn:uuid:621f35ea-8c1f-4ed4-974c-392a3bbbb7d1</id><updated>2026-09-17T00:42:59.163-04:00</updated><summary>Baker Mayfield has become the leader and face of the franchise the Cleveland Browns hoped for when they drafted him No. 1 overall in 2018.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sentnor leads Angel City to 3-1 victory over the Seattle Reign</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/summit-bay-regin-angel-city-score-nwsl-w87962"/><id>urn:uuid:6e23711d-f5c5-420a-b0ba-146554d87a2d</id><updated>2026-09-17T00:36:57.406-04:00</updated><summary>Goals from Ally Sentnor, Ary Borges and Taylor Suarez led Angel City to a 3-1 win over the Seattle Reign on Wednesday night in Los Angeles.</summary></entry><entry><title>Artists, promoters and venues have their own kind of power on troubled tours like Ed Sheeran's</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/ed-sheeran-macklemore-how-tours-work-c74140"/><id>urn:uuid:a624ff32-c2be-4a82-b4ad-18af94303c22</id><updated>2026-09-17T00:23:17.430-04:00</updated><summary>Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour faces chaos after four supporting acts quit in solidarity with Macklemore.</summary></entry><entry><title>Here's what to know about Russia's parliamentary vote and its main parties</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-putin-election-parliament-duma-ukraine-war-i22468"/><id>urn:uuid:24dc9a37-8667-4d02-af3e-e757f73783c9</id><updated>2026-09-17T00:19:10.097-04:00</updated><summary>Russia's parliamentary election features the main Kremlin's party and nine others that all back President Vladimir Putin's policies.</summary></entry><entry><title>USC freshman WR Trent Mosley out for Big Ten opener at Rutgers with injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/trent-mosley-usc-q74933"/><id>urn:uuid:4c4762f8-4422-44a4-9f8e-de6e1db70db2</id><updated>2026-09-17T00:14:03.911-04:00</updated><summary>Freshman wide receiver Trent Mosley will miss No. 12 Southern California's Big Ten opener at Rutgers on Saturday because of an undisclosed injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Russia votes in wartime parliamentary election set to secure the Kremlin's power</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-putin-election-parliament-duma-ukraine-war-l43777"/><id>urn:uuid:96096409-f435-4183-a325-313aa589501a</id><updated>2026-09-17T00:07:05.668-04:00</updated><summary>Voting has begun in Russia's parliamentary election with the main Kremlin party poised to retain its overwhelming grip on the lower house.</summary></entry><entry><title>Alabama carries out execution of Jeffery Lee for 1998 double murder at pawnshop</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/alabama-execution-jeffery-lee-nitrogen-gas-l98977"/><id>urn:uuid:0e143efc-fedb-4989-8720-d7c1bb136bf5</id><updated>2026-09-17T00:06:41.046-04:00</updated><summary>Alabama has executed a man with lethal injection for a 1998 double murder at a pawnshop.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former Syrian official convicted of torture under Assad sentenced to 60 years in US prison</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/syria-torture-sentencing-assad-y68435"/><id>urn:uuid:e86a060b-a164-43a0-a655-c7d69b0eec7a</id><updated>2026-09-17T00:06:13.282-04:00</updated><summary>A former Syrian military official convicted of torturing prisoners during the rule of President Bashar Assad has been sentenced to 60 years in a U.S. prison.</summary></entry><entry><title>A global AI safety strategy depends on US-China cooperation. They each see the other as the problem</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/china-us-ai-safety-trump-xi-g85044"/><id>urn:uuid:ef9f8009-625f-49d4-908c-b1cceb7be5bf</id><updated>2026-09-17T00:05:49.686-04:00</updated><summary>As concern rises over the risks of artificial intelligence, hopes for any kind of global approach on safety depend on cooperation between the U.S. and China.</summary></entry><entry><title>LA news helicopter crashed in birthplace (and, arguably, epicenter) of 'eye-in-the-sky' reporting</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/helicopter-news-crash-moreno-los-angeles-n33066"/><id>urn:uuid:f8c3eb4b-a5d6-4183-b95c-974b73d0ed8a</id><updated>2026-09-17T00:05:25.903-04:00</updated><summary>Los Angeles has been a city viewed from above by news helicopters for nearly seven decades.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man who sprayed Minnesota Rep. Omar with vinegar sentenced to 14 months in prison</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/omar-vinegar-spray-attack-minnesota-c99946"/><id>urn:uuid:90e7e9ab-6f9e-42aa-8e94-3b45ea951e0b</id><updated>2026-09-17T00:05:01.962-04:00</updated><summary>The man who sprayed vinegar at Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar during a Minneapolis town hall has been sentenced to 14 months in prison.</summary></entry><entry><title>OpenAI flags concerning new AI behavior and vows to track it more closely</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/openai-safety-ai-framework-b21424"/><id>urn:uuid:6a3f42b1-eaed-4ed2-8709-0c0e559971e1</id><updated>2026-09-17T00:00:37.515-04:00</updated><summary>OpenAI has disclosed six reports of unexpected or concerning behavior in artificial-intelligence models.</summary></entry><entry><title>Palmeiras survive a late collapse, win shootout to reach Copa Libertadores semifinals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/palmeiras-ldu-estudiantes-corinthians-o77559"/><id>urn:uuid:4e1740f8-6f0e-4a0c-b016-2f0918b3c8d2</id><updated>2026-09-16T23:43:51.143-04:00</updated><summary>Palmeiras has advanced to the Copa Libertadores semifinals after a dramatic penalty shootout against Liga Universitaria de Quito.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ethan Salas becomes youngest catcher with a multi-homer game as Padres beat Rockies 9-3</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/padres-rockies-score-x07019"/><id>urn:uuid:81dcb05e-cc4b-4ec0-872d-4f534988d699</id><updated>2026-09-16T23:39:42.718-04:00</updated><summary>Ethan Salas hit his first two home runs and became the youngest catcher in major league history with a multi-homer game as the San Diego Padres beat the Colorado Rockies 9-3.</summary></entry><entry><title>With 2 more homers, the Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong makes his MVP case</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/pete-crow-armstrong-cubs-mvp-j25965"/><id>urn:uuid:9cccff82-828d-44ee-ac0c-29ba1c62d37a</id><updated>2026-09-16T23:30:57.893-04:00</updated><summary>As Pete Crow-Armstrong came up with the bases loaded in the eighth inning, the Wrigley Field crowd chanted "M-V-Pete.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dramatic videos capture the moment 2 officers were wounded in a deadly Minneapolis shooting</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/minneapolis-apartment-shooting-body-camera-footage-v77498"/><id>urn:uuid:ec033bc4-3c6a-4d70-8537-c668344c5271</id><updated>2026-09-16T23:23:02.976-04:00</updated><summary>Dramatic videos show the moment two Minneapolis officers were shot after racing to an upper floor of an apartment building in pursuit of a shooter.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rave and Massey homer as Royals beat Astros 5-2, dropping Houston into first-place tie with Texas</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/royals-astros-score-r76630"/><id>urn:uuid:efc7283c-f09b-4e44-9450-30707446f317</id><updated>2026-09-16T23:16:22.516-04:00</updated><summary>John Rave hit a two-run homer, Michael Massey added a solo shot and the Kansas City Royals beat Houston 5-2, dropping the Astros into a first-place tie with the Texas Rangers in the AL West.</summary></entry><entry><title>Whitman and Newfield boys soccer teams draw after going into double overtime</title><author><name>Brian Heyman</name><email>brian.heyman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/boys-soccer/whitman-newfield-boys-soccer-g8le60mq"/><id>urn:uuid:72eaf419-359e-40f3-83bf-edb857f9ccc3</id><updated>2026-09-16T22:50:23.403-04:00</updated><summary>Aidan Velasquez scored for Newfield and Justin Valencia scored for Whitman.</summary></entry><entry><title>Padres rookie Ethan Salas, 20, becomes youngest catcher in MLB history with a multi-homer game</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/padres-ethan-salas-homers-j24703"/><id>urn:uuid:fd6c657d-a809-477e-b2de-57c1f53e890b</id><updated>2026-09-16T22:43:11.599-04:00</updated><summary>San Diego Padres rookie Ethan Salas has become the youngest catcher in major league history with a multi-homer game.</summary></entry><entry><title>Crow-Armstrong homers twice, Imanaga shines as Cubs beat Braves 8-4</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/braves-cubs-score-f34340"/><id>urn:uuid:c52582a0-ef12-4f0c-9072-86e6b0d6751b</id><updated>2026-09-16T22:39:54.228-04:00</updated><summary>Pete-Crow Armstrong hit his 43rd and 44th homers and broke the Chicago Cubs' record for left-handers, and Shota Imanaga allowed a run in six innings in an 8-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Colin Stephenson: Rangers must earn back trust after two-year playoff drought</title><author><name>Colin Stephenson</name><email>colin.stephenson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/colin-stephenson/rangers-sullivan-drury-x6w65f4y"/><id>urn:uuid:caf2b1b6-38cc-4bed-85cc-15278ec9a218</id><updated>2026-09-16T22:32:59.678-04:00</updated><summary>There weren't any bold predictions Wednesday from coach Mike Sullivan, who said: "We're going to be a competitive group.''</summary></entry><entry><title>North Shore girls volleyball's Devyn Mandell keys 5-set win over South Shore</title><author><name>Christopher Matias</name><email>christopher.matias@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/volleyball/nassau-girls-volleyball-north-shore-south-side-ohczzhdz"/><id>urn:uuid:b563f477-7314-4274-bafa-ca02223359f4</id><updated>2026-09-16T22:14:03.332-04:00</updated><summary>Mandell had 21 kills, seven digs, and four aces as host North Shore improved to 4-1.</summary></entry><entry><title>Messi scores 100th Inter Miami goal as Miami beats Cruz Azul 2-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/campeones-cup-mls-miami-messi-u61339"/><id>urn:uuid:48d985e9-4475-4eda-9fc0-fe79e7b4ae3a</id><updated>2026-09-16T22:13:17.537-04:00</updated><summary>Lionel Messi scored the 100th goal of his Inter Miami career and Casemiro added another as Miami defeated Cruz Azul 2-0 on Wednesday night to win the Campeones Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>Elly De La Cruz hits 2-run HR, Reds beat Dodgers 6-2 to delay NL West title</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-reds-score-c80889"/><id>urn:uuid:1c1d1b23-b834-496a-85c7-57ec999c7341</id><updated>2026-09-16T22:08:05.525-04:00</updated><summary>Elly De La Cruz hit a two-run homer and the Cincinnati Reds at least temporarily prevented the Los Angeles Dodgers from clinching the NL West title with a 6-2 victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Christian Yelich's 2-run double rallies NL Central champion Brewers to 5-4 win over Pirates</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/brewers-pirates-score-yelich-h61636"/><id>urn:uuid:8a3725bf-d493-415c-9d66-d11f22f59dde</id><updated>2026-09-16T22:04:13.827-04:00</updated><summary>Christian Yelich's two-run double in the seventh inning sent the NL Central champion Milwaukee Brewers to a 5-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.</summary></entry><entry><title>Zack Wheeler pitches 7 innings in the Phillies' 3-0 victory over the Nationals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/phillies-nationals-score-n89140"/><id>urn:uuid:357cf748-47d4-4577-a755-0dda30128230</id><updated>2026-09-16T21:57:41.179-04:00</updated><summary>Zack Wheeler pitched seven scoreless innings, Alec Bohm went 2 for 2 with an RBI and three of Philadelphia's season-high 13 walks, and the Phillies beat the Washington Nationals 3-0 on Wednesday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Here's what a Fed rate hike means for your mortgage, car loan and credit cards</title><author><name> The Washington Post</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/fed-rate-hike-bhzwyq1f"/><id>urn:uuid:eb9ab3fc-8c19-42c1-83c9-c3479e7fc43c</id><updated>2026-09-16T21:52:51.761-04:00</updated><summary>The Federal Reserve raised interest rates Wednesday for the first time since 2023, but that</summary></entry><entry><title>High school roundup: Field hockey, boys and girls soccer, boys and girls volleyball and boys golf</title><author><name>Newsday Staff</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/high-school-sports-roundup-n9r7ucei"/><id>urn:uuid:1dad44c2-f751-4d82-8f32-84d5230ccc8f</id><updated>2026-09-16T21:52:04.865-04:00</updated><summary>A recap of Long Island high school sporting events from Tuesday and Wednesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>David Lennon: Pete Alonso week was an utter disaster for Mets</title><author><name>David Lennon</name><email>dave.lennon@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/david-lennon/pete-alonso-mets-orioles-w66h7dth"/><id>urn:uuid:6c4e73dd-86cf-43ca-baf4-f73802f760c9</id><updated>2026-09-16T21:44:12.341-04:00</updated><summary>It was a pretty bad week for Mets brass, who watched as the fan favorite hit homers and got a curtain call, all in an Orioles uniform.</summary></entry><entry><title>Federal judge restricts warrantless immigration arrests in Southern California</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ice-immigration-raids-los-angeles-warrantless-arrests-h19165"/><id>urn:uuid:c0203a32-8868-4a90-b5e2-05c712cf1973</id><updated>2026-09-16T21:29:37.425-04:00</updated><summary>A federal judge has blocked immigration officers from making warrantless arrests in Southern California unless they determine the person is likely to escape.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jets suspend goalie Connor Hellebuyck for failing to report to training camp</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/winnipeg-jets-hellebuyck-suspended-u17009"/><id>urn:uuid:4dbcc425-215b-4744-9b9a-d136320efae3</id><updated>2026-09-16T21:29:18.157-04:00</updated><summary>The Winnipeg Jets suspended goaltender Connor Hellebuyck on Wednesday night for failing to report to training camp.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump administration again denies visas for Palestinian delegation to attend the UN General Assembly</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/palestinians-gaza-war-trump-un-visas-g70165"/><id>urn:uuid:5aba1aa3-6197-4594-b250-71048328802e</id><updated>2026-09-16T21:22:09.684-04:00</updated><summary>The Trump administration has denied visas for a high-level Palestinian delegation to attend an annual meeting of world leaders at the United Nations for the second year in a row.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Asian Games are bigger than the Summer Olympics, at least in athlete numbers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/asian-games-nagoya-japan-preview-u73368"/><id>urn:uuid:ed25c540-ba89-4683-b58d-bf3648d96e9d</id><updated>2026-09-16T21:17:17.923-04:00</updated><summary>The Asian Games are larger in numbers than the Summer Olympics, which gives you an idea of the magnitude and logistics.</summary></entry><entry><title>China's porcelain city carries centuries-old heritage to a new generation</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/jingdezhen-china-porcelain-unesco-heritage-s45283"/><id>urn:uuid:c653f7ba-2e17-4fc1-99f0-ba0b70e7a31c</id><updated>2026-09-16T21:15:13.535-04:00</updated><summary>China's Jingdezhen porcelain sites were inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List in 2026.</summary></entry><entry><title>Drew Doughty named captain of the Kings, succeeding Anze Kopitar</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/drew-doughty-kings-v79528"/><id>urn:uuid:ea93f7a3-708b-40b3-9e65-17a21f62d667</id><updated>2026-09-16T21:11:47.201-04:00</updated><summary>Drew Doughty was named captain of the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday, inheriting the leadership position left vacant by Anze Kopitar's retirement.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nick Margevicius strikes out 8 to lead Ducks in Game 2 of the North Division championship series</title><author><name>Michael Sicoli</name><email>michael.sicoli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/local/ducks/ducks-game-2-baseball-nr1dggvn"/><id>urn:uuid:80e32bbe-e11f-4e6e-baca-a1fa609a0f2e</id><updated>2026-09-16T21:09:12.503-04:00</updated><summary>Nick Margevicius has lived in Mineola since 2019 with his wife, Shannon, who is from the town. The best-of-5 series resumes Friday at Hagerstown's Meritus Park.</summary></entry><entry><title>NCAA admits replay errors, reiterates it cannot change result of Western Michigan-Michigan game</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/michigan-western-michigan-ncaa-y86543"/><id>urn:uuid:e8654128-8c9a-438e-a97f-a4f4c99a3937</id><updated>2026-09-16T21:05:38.843-04:00</updated><summary>Western Michigan and its conference have insisted Michigan should not have been given an extra second in its dramatic win over the Broncos two weeks ago.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Dolphins are building chemistry in Northern California ahead of their matchup with the 49ers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/dolphins-practice-napa-california-u91108"/><id>urn:uuid:444bd336-b301-490c-a919-7ef7aaabebfa</id><updated>2026-09-16T20:45:28.963-04:00</updated><summary>The Miami Dolphins are building chemistry while they practice in Napa, California, ahead of their matchup with the San Francisco 49ers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Raiders dominance of Dolphins in the trenches a promising sign after last season's line woes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/raiders-crosby-linderbaum-paye-cousins-jeanty-l99680"/><id>urn:uuid:f707461d-95a2-4947-9e64-ed0e0b143be0</id><updated>2026-09-16T20:22:36.983-04:00</updated><summary>Quarterback Kirk Cousins and running back Ashton Jeanty grabbed the headlines for the Las Vegas Raiders' win over Miami on Sunday, but the offensive and defensive lines were key.</summary></entry><entry><title>Patriots receivers say they're ready to step up with A.J. Brown on injured reserve</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/patriots-receivers-aj-brown-injury-r95609"/><id>urn:uuid:82ef2870-3987-4f0c-82cd-61dfb569f0f8</id><updated>2026-09-16T20:15:56.620-04:00</updated><summary>The New England Patriots' wide receivers are moving forward without A.</summary></entry><entry><title>Climate change made deadly Nepal glacier and rock collapse more likely, according to analysis</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nepal-floods-climate-change-l04640"/><id>urn:uuid:36af8dd9-c9ca-4a97-9b32-2054efa0c9d9</id><updated>2026-09-16T20:08:39.097-04:00</updated><summary>Human-caused global warming resulting in the Himalayan permafrost thawing was, in part, responsible for the catastrophic glacier and boulder collapse last month.</summary></entry><entry><title>No. 24 Oklahoma tries to rebound from Michigan loss against New Mexico</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/oklahoma-football-venables-arbuckle-l60807"/><id>urn:uuid:92a0ae4b-4dac-4a31-bb68-1fc5a8af84ae</id><updated>2026-09-16T19:51:51.238-04:00</updated><summary>Oklahoma coach Brent Venables isn't ready to hit the panic button yet.</summary></entry><entry><title>Florida woman pleads guilty to defrauding fund for Jeffrey Epstein victims</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/epstein-victims-fraud-plea-r99087"/><id>urn:uuid:c6de132b-3801-4afe-92f7-762d9ce5f1c0</id><updated>2026-09-16T19:49:04.549-04:00</updated><summary>A Florida woman who was paid $750,000 by a fund for people sexually abused by Jeffrey Epstein has pleaded guilty to falsifying records she used in her application for the money.</summary></entry><entry><title>Raphinha is leading high-scoring Barcelona, says players are hungry for goals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/barcelona-raphinha-laliga-spanish-league-s78400"/><id>urn:uuid:13db1c32-90e3-4202-9f50-0a8e4ed3e37a</id><updated>2026-09-16T19:46:54.991-04:00</updated><summary>After Barcelona's biggest win of the season, Raphinha said he and his teammates are hungry for goals and will keep pushing for more.</summary></entry><entry><title>Commack boys soccer player Ryan Curcio is Newsday's Athlete of the Week</title><author><name>Jonathan Ruban</name><email>jonathan.ruban@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/athlete-of-the-week-ryan-curcio-commack-boys-soccer-qbgh09wf"/><id>urn:uuid:3a50d5ae-baa1-4824-8147-8eb180665962</id><updated>2026-09-16T19:33:57.322-04:00</updated><summary>Curcio scored the winner on a free kick with 18 seconds left in the first overtime to lead Commack to a 3-2 win over Ward Melville last Wednesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Orioles' Pete Alonso homers again against the Mets</title><author><name>Newsday Staff</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/mets-pete-alonso-rnvha65b"/><id>urn:uuid:a885166f-59c6-4aae-8ff2-86863791b3e4</id><updated>2026-09-16T19:32:26.102-04:00</updated><summary>The former Met first baseman smacked a hanging curveball from Xzavion Curry into the leftfield seats on the eighth pitch of his at-bat in the first inning.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell leaves start after an inning because of groin tightness</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-baseball-blake-snell-t61214"/><id>urn:uuid:24085f52-cfa4-4c94-85f9-b8876b4657e7</id><updated>2026-09-16T19:27:16.491-04:00</updated><summary>Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell left his start Wednesday night against the Cincinnati Reds after an inning because of left groin tightness.</summary></entry><entry><title>Undrafted wide receiver Jalen Coker is thriving in Carolina while first-round pick Legette struggles</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/panthers-jalen-coker-xavier-legette-i25884"/><id>urn:uuid:39cb91b2-d562-4213-8c15-82b46f1a37b8</id><updated>2026-09-16T19:26:53.623-04:00</updated><summary>Wide receiver Jalen Coker, an undrafted rookie in 2024, is thriving with the Carolina Panthers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Joe Burrow limited at Bengals practice with back tightness, expects to play at Houston</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/joe-burrow-cincinnati-bengals-h88926"/><id>urn:uuid:959a8d79-81c1-4c53-ae3c-782f6cb35324</id><updated>2026-09-16T19:19:20.067-04:00</updated><summary>Joe Burrow has been listed as a limited participant in the Cincinnati Bengals' practice because of back tightness.</summary></entry><entry><title>House passes bill aimed at addressing impact of data centers on energy costs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ai-data-centers-congress-x57674"/><id>urn:uuid:fb6dc6c1-d528-448c-a64f-cb6d1a408202</id><updated>2026-09-16T19:16:55.346-04:00</updated><summary>The House has approved a bill that aims to have artificial intelligence data centers pay for their substantial energy needs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Todd Boehly and Mark Walter sell Chelsea shares, Clearlake now has full control</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/todd-boehly-clearlake-chelsea-ownership-n02648"/><id>urn:uuid:9901d6d1-55e5-4176-9c3a-61f653f3191f</id><updated>2026-09-16T18:58:46.217-04:00</updated><summary>Chelsea says Todd Boehly and fellow co-owner Mark Walter have sold their stakes in the English Premier League club.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump suggests EU allowing Canada as associate member could be a 'hostile act'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/canada-europe-trump-tariffs-y33819"/><id>urn:uuid:71c865bd-2b96-409b-a2c1-eec0bbce4cff</id><updated>2026-09-16T18:58:36.041-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump is suggesting that the European Union allowing Canada to become an associate member could be a "hostile act" and threatened to respond to the proposed move by imposing more tariffs on the bloc.</summary></entry><entry><title>The psychedelic pop artist Peter Max has died at 88, his son says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/peter-max-obituary-t28577"/><id>urn:uuid:32ae7763-00a0-4a2d-8c51-6d33a72e2bd3</id><updated>2026-09-16T18:56:50.213-04:00</updated><summary>The artist Peter Max has died at age 88.</summary></entry><entry><title>IndyCar rookie of the year Dennis Hauger joins AJ Foyt Racing</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/dennis-hauger-aj-foyt-racing-indycar-j01412"/><id>urn:uuid:9ecadaef-344a-42dd-a692-70b11ed2ac75</id><updated>2026-09-16T18:55:21.001-04:00</updated><summary>IndyCar rookie of the year Dennis Hauger is joining AJ Foyt Racing.</summary></entry><entry><title>Investment firm leader gets 11 years for Ponzi scheme that bilked dozens, including Travis Kelce</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/travis-kelce-kc-chiefs-ponzi-scheme-victims-d28094"/><id>urn:uuid:df09aea1-852b-4e3c-a889-b0fc06012185</id><updated>2026-09-16T18:47:07.908-04:00</updated><summary>The creator of a Texas-based investment company has been sentenced to 11 years in federal prison for running a Ponzi scheme that prosecutors say bilked dozens of people, including Kansas City football star Travis Kelce.</summary></entry><entry><title>A late-season rally flips the AL Central race as the Guardians edge ahead of White Sox</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/al-central-guardians-white-sox-d59902"/><id>urn:uuid:31e1c642-ee5d-4113-a959-4653ae002900</id><updated>2026-09-16T18:46:50.799-04:00</updated><summary>The Cleveland Guardians have taken sole possession of first place in the AL Central.</summary></entry><entry><title>Experts at first congressional hearing on menopause say more research, better treatment is needed</title><author><name>Billy House</name><email>billy.house@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/menopause-care-congress-hearing-lpl2k561"/><id>urn:uuid:2c516859-2721-4ffa-b491-072e233815c1</id><updated>2026-09-16T18:34:49.821-04:00</updated><summary>The session featured gynecologists and healthcare experts who testified about the need for greater investment in research on menopause.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tom Rock: Jets' Sterling Shepard feeling right at home in familiar area</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/tom-rock/sterling-shepard-jets-r3b6ggf3"/><id>urn:uuid:b0d6b5d8-f6c2-4b4f-9f07-84e3706908a1</id><updated>2026-09-16T18:33:02.486-04:00</updated><summary>The receiver was signed to the practice squad on Tuesday and went through his first practice on Wednesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears have moved on from Week 1's offensive show</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/bears-caleb-williams-ben-johnson-d47377"/><id>urn:uuid:14d8ba71-41a7-4427-991a-b61cb99313c8</id><updated>2026-09-16T18:22:17.912-04:00</updated><summary>Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears put together a dazzling offensive performance in their season opener.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suffolk BOE re-upped ahead of big Dem vote</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/the-point/suffolk-board-of-elections-terry-strada-9-11-families-united-saudi-role-gjx3d8uk"/><id>urn:uuid:5780f1f2-fb98-4414-877a-3a2eeff6306f</id><updated>2026-09-16T18:13:27.058-04:00</updated><summary>The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ja'Kobi Lane headed to IR as the Ravens face injuries at wide receiver early in the season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/baltimore-ravens-wide-receivers-lane-b67014"/><id>urn:uuid:6c8284bc-65ac-45a2-b0cf-da7cb261b87d</id><updated>2026-09-16T18:09:19.037-04:00</updated><summary>Ja'Kobi Lane is headed to injured reserve after the Baltimore wideout had surgery.</summary></entry><entry><title>Park Service quietly awards contracts to work on Trump's takeover of East Potomac golf course</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-golf-course-east-potomac-w28929"/><id>urn:uuid:bf6eab61-c75d-4a8f-91e2-cacf4dd57899</id><updated>2026-09-16T18:03:23.888-04:00</updated><summary>Democrats on the House Natural Resources Committee say the Trump administration has awarded contracts to begin work on President Donald Trump's planned takeover of the East Potomac Golf Course in Washington.</summary></entry><entry><title>Raphinha hat trick sparks Barcelona's 7-2 rout of Racing in La Liga, Man United upset in League Cup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/barcelona-raphinha-yamal-benfica-s76821"/><id>urn:uuid:867adec8-e510-4bcc-89d3-d968df8f7b0f</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:57:53.492-04:00</updated><summary>Raphinha has scored a hat trick to help Barcelona earn yet another big win by routing Racing Santander 7-2 for its best-ever start to a season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Max Scherzer gets win as Blue Jays beat Tigers 5-1 to avoid sweep, end Detroit's winning streak at 6</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/tigers-blue-jays-score-t53765"/><id>urn:uuid:244b61f1-3545-4ed0-b1c8-2819cd7f3e7f</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:57:38.036-04:00</updated><summary>Myles Straw had two hits and an RBI, Max Scherzer allowed one run in five innings for his second win in four starts and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Tigers 5-1, ending Detroit's winning streak at six.</summary></entry><entry><title>More universities added Muslim chaplains post 9/11. Then came 10/7.</title><author><name> Religious News Service</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/muslim-chaplains-us-colleges-sept-11-islam-k45797"/><id>urn:uuid:ddb69a70-c8b2-4545-93a1-2ea141e67539</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:50:50.171-04:00</updated><summary>In the harrowing aftermath of 9/11, universities began reckoning with the presence of Muslim Americans on campus.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jaguars embrace 'our reality' of playing on the road for 28 of their next 33 games</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jaguars-road-mentality-j69459"/><id>urn:uuid:7a098d70-ed45-449e-93c5-649fb6b5a63c</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:48:41.210-04:00</updated><summary>Anywhere.</summary></entry><entry><title>How to Be a Moneymaxxer</title><author><name> Nerd Wallet</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/budgeting-personal-finance-cnec27z8"/><id>urn:uuid:5562254e-bec4-40ad-9cc4-55d4839a0fdd</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:47:29.284-04:00</updated><summary>On the heels of viral trends like looksmaxxing (maximizing one’s attractiveness) and healthmaxxing (optimizing physical</summary></entry><entry><title>What happens to the economy and your investments if the AI race slows down?</title><author><name> The Washington Post</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/ai-investments-economy-vargga9y"/><id>urn:uuid:a2cc136f-1e2a-4ce3-924a-d089e26ee1d0</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:43:55.566-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. investors face a novel question as warnings grow about the potential dangers of artificial</summary></entry><entry><title>Al Iannazzone: A 2-0 start for Jets would go a long way toward the culture Aaron Glenn is trying to establish</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/jets-garrett-wilson-glenn-vv7wb660"/><id>urn:uuid:7b5fa2c4-7dd4-437e-a2eb-4d46380df27e</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:41:38.694-04:00</updated><summary>Aaron Glenn said he wants "to leave a legacy" and build a team "that consistently puts themselves in a place to win." Many coaches have said similar things.</summary></entry><entry><title>Why it may become harder to get coverage for GLP-1 weight-loss drugs</title><author><name> The Washington Post</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/glp-1-weight-loss-drugs-coverage-yza73kb1"/><id>urn:uuid:14fc3d5c-efad-4a94-a1ec-6882e6351242</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:40:51.884-04:00</updated><summary>Weight-loss drugs are so popular and so expensive that they are the single largest contributor</summary></entry><entry><title>3 dead after being swept away by floodwaters on the Navajo Nation</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/flash-flooding-navajo-nation-f96237"/><id>urn:uuid:2c2a9cb9-7315-41e7-8e5d-7000a922b8ef</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:28:11.108-04:00</updated><summary>Authorities say three people are dead after being swept away by floodwaters that rushed through the Navajo Nation.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Seahawks have confidence in Drew Lock's ability to take over for injured QB Sam Darnold</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/seahawks-drew-lock-sam-darnold-r05020"/><id>urn:uuid:bcdcf0a6-abbc-4f3e-8eb6-df6f581d66f9</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:25:56.384-04:00</updated><summary>With Sam Darnold out because of a glute injury, the Seattle Seahawks don't expect all that much to change now that Drew Lock is taking over.</summary></entry><entry><title>Speaker Johnson recesses the House early as Rep. Thomas Massie pushes Hegseth impeachment</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/house-recess-johnson-massie-impeachment-hegseth-epstein-p89460"/><id>urn:uuid:2e68f2c4-0c88-4d7e-8722-0031bc48e855</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:25:21.550-04:00</updated><summary>Speaker Mike Johnson is closing up the House early, sending lawmakers home to campaign for the midterm elections.</summary></entry><entry><title>Divisions emerge in the tech industry over calls for a coordinated AI slowdown</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/ai-slowdown-anthropic-openai-meta-nvidia-j78781"/><id>urn:uuid:c5941d35-f805-45c7-b806-34ec95019276</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:24:47.441-04:00</updated><summary>Concerns about artificial intelligence evading human control have intensified in recent days.</summary></entry><entry><title>Leipold discounts talk of a Kansas edge ahead of London game against Arizona State</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/kansas-arizona-state-london-c33555"/><id>urn:uuid:c652a999-beed-4be8-a6dc-5cdb7fbfeda9</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:21:10.998-04:00</updated><summary>Kansas coach Lance Leipold has shrugged off the suggestion that his team gained a logistical advantage for Saturday's game against Arizona State by having played one day earlier than the Sun Devils last week.</summary></entry><entry><title>Costco nearly doubles price of store brand motor oil as global supply pressures heat up</title><author><name>Victor Ocasio</name><email>victor.ocasio@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/costco-motor-oil-automotive-stores-iran-war-shsff7it"/><id>urn:uuid:29665077-817a-4e6e-86d0-f95a709d6fb6</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:17:09.535-04:00</updated><summary>Costco's price hikes are part of a broader increase amid the ongoing war with Iran.</summary></entry><entry><title>Giants' Deonte Banks brimming with confidence after solid effort vs. Cowboys</title><author><name>Evan Barnes</name><email>evan.barnes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/deonte-banks-greg-newsome-giants-cnvg03rc"/><id>urn:uuid:5f042c9d-d792-4d45-bd63-83e4d133cb17</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:11:56.385-04:00</updated><summary>"I'm just being me. Trying to be consistent," Deonte Banks told Newsday Wednesday. "Trying to be better every day and just have a good attitude."</summary></entry><entry><title>Lions rule out starting offensive linemen Blake Miller and Christian Mahogany against Bills</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/lions-bills-injuries-m69986"/><id>urn:uuid:2f508759-891a-44d3-be89-a38649bc3a1f</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:07:09.939-04:00</updated><summary>The Detroit Lions will be without two starting offensive linemen against the Buffalo Bills on Thursday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Carrick's woes continue as Man United stunned by Brighton in League Cup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/man-united-brighton-score-s32181"/><id>urn:uuid:d48b0636-b27e-472d-bc52-6c4333ed6304</id><updated>2026-09-16T17:06:10.906-04:00</updated><summary>Manchester United has blown a two-goal lead to crash out of the English League Cup after a 3-2 loss to Brighton.</summary></entry><entry><title>Movie Review: Ethan Hawke leads a tense, Depression-era thriller in 'The Weight'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/weight-movie-review-c48737"/><id>urn:uuid:491d70cd-c7bc-4a02-b380-0b141820f71f</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:57:03.899-04:00</updated><summary>"The Weight" is a tense thriller set during the Great Depression, where President Franklin D.</summary></entry><entry><title>Movie Review: Zach Cregger and Austin Abrams find just enough humor amid the gore in 'Resident Evil'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/resident-evil-movie-review-q72024"/><id>urn:uuid:c6bc1628-5833-429a-8962-211a4f035770</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:50:05.220-04:00</updated><summary>Sometimes directors forget, but a little humor goes a long way in a horror flick.</summary></entry><entry><title>Drew Gilbert's two-run homer in the 10th lifts Giants to a 6-5 win over the Cardinals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/giants-cardinals-score-m42223"/><id>urn:uuid:ce8c6d81-9389-46a6-8ae6-7325d536d88a</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:48:09.327-04:00</updated><summary>Drew Gilbert hit a two-run home run in the 10th inning to lift the San Francisco Giants to a 6-5 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals.</summary></entry><entry><title>Top Democrat places hold on Trump administration's plan to sell heavy bombs to Israel</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-israel-arms-sale-meeks-l47028"/><id>urn:uuid:aa242d21-9537-4b15-8d33-d99922ee65e9</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:47:17.287-04:00</updated><summary>The top Democrat on the House Foreign Affairs Committee says he's going to block a proposed sale of $2.8 billion in heavy weaponry to Israel over concerns that powerful bombs may not be used in line with U.S. and international law.</summary></entry><entry><title>Deshaun Watson not worried about job security, focused on better start for Browns after rough opener</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/cleveland-browns-deshaun-watson-r57862"/><id>urn:uuid:ce901204-e743-4031-929e-f2ab214676d5</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:41:36.033-04:00</updated><summary>Deshaun Watson isn't worried about his job certainty, changing people's minds or the possibility of facing a hostile Browns home crowd in two weeks.</summary></entry><entry><title>UN chief urges global AI cooperation saying world can't afford 'a race to the bottom on AI safety'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/un-ai-safety-companies-global-coordination-guterres-n27363"/><id>urn:uuid:222ebbe2-0df2-4138-acf3-ad239e660f0e</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:41:05.171-04:00</updated><summary>The United Nations chief is urging global competitors in artificial intelligence to cooperate in addressing threats from the technology, warning that "the world cannot afford a race to the bottom on AI safety."</summary></entry><entry><title>Crescent Duck Farm reopens in Aquebogue with new generation of birds after 19-month shutdown due to avian flu</title><author><name>Maureen Mullarkey</name><email>maureen.mullarkey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/crescent-duck-farm-aquebogue-reopens-19-month-shutdown-wtdynrnw"/><id>urn:uuid:7fdaba18-f0fb-41c4-b707-439829609da2</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:38:13.373-04:00</updated><summary>Owner Doug Corwin used 15,000 stored eggs, cleaned, incubated and handled separately from the culled birds, to keep almost 120 years of breeding alive.</summary></entry><entry><title>49ers rookie receiver De'Zhaun Stribling to miss about 10 weeks after undergoing ankle surgery</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/san-francisco-49ers-dezhaun-stribling-j86000"/><id>urn:uuid:6a192dd0-7be5-4369-a90e-39c2694ff9e8</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:37:45.602-04:00</updated><summary>San Francisco 49ers rookie receiver De'Zhaun Stribling is expected to miss at least two months after undergoing surgery on his injured left ankle.</summary></entry><entry><title>Democrats push Trump to release NYS counterterror funds</title><author><name>Laura Figueroa Hernandez</name><email>laura.figueroa@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/homeland-security-new-york-wcrniugc"/><id>urn:uuid:7c32ea18-46d4-41dd-97d9-0bef0d8ebfc6</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:31:43.936-04:00</updated><summary>New York was slated to receive $187 million in federal funding this past year, but only $100 million has been released.</summary></entry><entry><title>Levante-Athletic Bilbao match postponed after heavy rain in Valencia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/levante-athletic-bilbao-laliga-spanish-league-o00341"/><id>urn:uuid:6b27ffde-9be9-4b15-b365-27a45c8870fd</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:31:13.362-04:00</updated><summary>The Spanish League game between Levante and Athletic Bilbao has been postponed because of heavy rain in the city of Valencia.</summary></entry><entry><title>Argentine judge orders halt to Falklands oil project as tensions with Britain rise</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/argentina-falklands-javier-milei-trump-britain-oil-israel-sea-lion-atlantic-r66278"/><id>urn:uuid:0b08556d-36e6-4b91-86ab-1521af49f189</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:30:52.467-04:00</updated><summary>An Argentine judge has ordered British and Israeli companies to stop developing an oilfield off the British-controlled Falkland Islands.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pro Picks: Rams will rebound but Giants will cover the spread</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/rams-giants-mcvay-harbaugh-garrett-donald-l39083"/><id>urn:uuid:42cee429-e294-41a1-8bca-c6d1296b6a3e</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:30:22.224-04:00</updated><summary>Jaxson Dart, Cam Skattebo and the rejuvenated Giants gave John Harbaugh a successful debut.</summary></entry><entry><title>US troops must prepare to fight around the moon, Trump's top military adviser says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/space-weapons-china-moon-caine-t22553"/><id>urn:uuid:d8b5f3aa-2dec-4c52-9573-31c2ebbcbd59</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:25:00.528-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. military is preparing for combat in space, including areas around the moon.</summary></entry><entry><title>Avalanche coach Jared Bednar enters camp without an extension, but has strong support from players</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/jared-bednar-colorado-avalanche-nhl-l92776"/><id>urn:uuid:442e2a90-db93-4521-976a-aaba7eabaf99</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:22:04.311-04:00</updated><summary>Colorado Avalanche coach Jared Bednar enters the season without a contract extension, but has the support of players such as captain Gabriel Landeskog and star forward Nathan MacKinnon.</summary></entry><entry><title>Erik Boland: Aaron Judge downplays latest injury, but Yankees' actions say otherwise</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/erik-boland/aaron-judge-injury-ewdvvtpv"/><id>urn:uuid:2ab9faf7-bfe0-4d67-aab1-6695ad6fb1d2</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:15:58.808-04:00</updated><summary>Aaron Judge, who was replaced in the sixth, said: "Hopefully, it's just one little thing and we're back up there soon."</summary></entry><entry><title>Saudi club fined and ordered to play behind closed doors after apparent Diogo Jota fan taunts</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/diogo-jota-saudi-arabia-chants-q51428"/><id>urn:uuid:4f205bc8-1f78-4fdd-8db7-8061b33b646a</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:11:14.364-04:00</updated><summary>Saudi club Al-Taawon has been fined and ordered to play behind closed doors after video appeared to show fans chanting about the late Portugal forward Diogo Jota.</summary></entry><entry><title>Petey Halpin's 3-run homer propels Guardians past White Sox and into 1st place in AL Central</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/white-sox-guardians-score-halpin-h39658"/><id>urn:uuid:71040d43-c524-444e-9706-6e3a30bea2e3</id><updated>2026-09-16T16:02:23.291-04:00</updated><summary>Petey Halpin hit a three-run home run in the sixth inning, Parker Messick struck out eight and the Cleveland Guardians moved into first place in the AL Central with a 6-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox.</summary></entry><entry><title>Blackhawks D Ethan Del Mastro agrees to a $1.9 million, 2-year contract</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/blackhawks-ethan-del-mastro-l89032"/><id>urn:uuid:1059fb9b-f15e-4552-89c2-843c3bbbd809</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:56:43.013-04:00</updated><summary>Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Ethan Del Mastro has agreed to a $1.9 million, two-year contract.</summary></entry><entry><title>Clemson will be lone ACC team in '27 with 8 football games in 9-game model amid odd number of teams</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/acc-football-schedule-s00665"/><id>urn:uuid:5b0c69f2-dfdb-466c-b211-b6eb8423ca06</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:52:51.453-04:00</updated><summary>Clemson will be the lone Atlantic Coast Conference football member playing eight league games in 2027 in the shift to a nine-game scheduling model.</summary></entry><entry><title>'The pope's astronomer' coming to Amityville to lead a tour of the heavens</title><author><name>Bart Jones</name><email>bart.jones@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/religion/vatican-astronomy-religion-science-jesuits-guy-consolmagno-d5rz1uww"/><id>urn:uuid:3a85ea2b-a299-423e-ae4d-92acc3c267bb</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:52:41.483-04:00</updated><summary>Brother Guy Consolmagno will appear at the motherhouse of the Dominican Sisters of Amityville this week to talk about the relationship between the heavens and religion — and, with the help of telescopes, to help attendees peer into outer space.</summary></entry><entry><title>Murray joins Vikings for limited practice in his concussion recovery; Mason out with broken thumb</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/vikings-injuries-kyler-murray-jordan-mason-x79580"/><id>urn:uuid:80654ddf-465e-4de3-a13f-6d2d2abfc030</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:47:23.404-04:00</updated><summary>Kyler Murray was well enough to join the Minnesota Vikings for practice on a limited basis to leave open the possibility he could progress through the NFL concussion protocol to play this week at Chicago.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mathew Barzal will miss Islanders' season opener due to 'aggravation of a prior injury'</title><author><name>Andrew Gross</name><email>andrew.gross@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/islanders/mathew-barzal-injury-xxileesq"/><id>urn:uuid:277b78aa-fba0-4d73-9f09-541328243b4f</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:41:59.862-04:00</updated><summary>The team announced on Wednesday that Barzal will not skate for the next two weeks "due to an aggravation of a prior injury that has caused some inflammation."</summary></entry><entry><title>Red Wings say Dylan Larkin won't skate with team at start of camp due to off-ice training injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/red-wings-dylan-larkin-c77747"/><id>urn:uuid:3793fdce-3e56-49b7-81ae-4b9cd712744a</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:41:40.590-04:00</updated><summary>Dylan Larkin will not skate with the Detroit Red Wings when training camp starts on Thursday due to an upper-body injury, according to interim general manager Shawn Horcoff.</summary></entry><entry><title>RetrievAir hosts service dog training at MacArthur Airport</title><author><name>Carissa Kellman</name><email>carissa.kellman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/service-dogs-macarthur-airport-mpjqf9o3"/><id>urn:uuid:8411bd52-2ad9-41dd-b1ab-4534274443a6</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:37:05.186-04:00</updated><summary>Service dogs in training practice air travel, preparing for future flights with adults, children and veterans with disabilities.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rep. Nick LaLota says he's addressing Federal Election Commission concerns about donations</title><author><name>Billy House</name><email>billy.house@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/nick-lalota-ukdioick"/><id>urn:uuid:01fb1d2c-9e87-4c93-8954-51b543f2c43b</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:30:23.637-04:00</updated><summary>Regulators gave the Long Island congressman until Oct. 20 to respond to issues they raised.</summary></entry><entry><title>Benjamin Sheen-Waltzer pleads guilty to leaving scene of deadly crash in Hampton Bays in 2024</title><author><name>Grant Parpan</name><email>grant.parpan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/crash-death-guilty-plea-hampton-bays-qbw0ivzu"/><id>urn:uuid:c90602a1-06cb-4dea-9fb2-05dc76086025</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:30:12.622-04:00</updated><summary>Benjamin Sheen-Waltzer, of Southampton, admits to leaving the scene of a crash that killed Angel Asitimbay in Hampton Bays in March 2024.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vaccination rates drop to 10-year low for Michigan's school–age children</title><author><name> Bridge Michigan</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/rising-school-immunization-waivers-michigan-b27554"/><id>urn:uuid:54fa5893-0f42-43c1-931b-940b73a4433b</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:23:52.229-04:00</updated><summary>Michigan is seeing a rise in school-aged children skipping vaccines, reaching the highest exemption rate in a decade.</summary></entry><entry><title>The body of the last victim of Hurricane Helene in Tennessee has been found, 2 years later</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/remains-found-hurricane-helene-flooding-2-years-g56374"/><id>urn:uuid:fa05e0d6-45ff-4448-8a48-763f8c593f4b</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:23:51.120-04:00</updated><summary>Authorities have located the remains of the final missing Tennessee victim of Hurricane Helene.</summary></entry><entry><title>College football picks: LSU defense will be difference against Ole Miss in weekend's showcase game</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/ap-college-football-picks-h33040"/><id>urn:uuid:004085eb-df32-45e7-8fa9-8ce9f3438c89</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:23:45.384-04:00</updated><summary>The big college football game this Saturday is No. 7 LSU at No. 8 Mississippi.</summary></entry><entry><title>White House chief of staff Susie Wiles says she no longer shows evidence of cancer after treatment</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-chief-of-staff-susie-wiles-cancer-o96606"/><id>urn:uuid:04f82034-d03d-48fd-96a8-1259cf72de8c</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:21:20.451-04:00</updated><summary>White House chief of staff Susie Wiles said Wednesday that doctors found no evidence of cancer after she underwent months of treatment for early stage breast cancer.</summary></entry><entry><title>Knicks sign five players to training camp contracts, including former No. 2 overall pick James Wiseman</title><author><name>Steve Popper</name><email>steve.popper@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/james-wiseman-bruce-brown-training-camp-contracts-e7qh6vz0"/><id>urn:uuid:fbb89b15-cf43-4add-9446-c9d2d9c548df</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:21:13.286-04:00</updated><summary>Ideally, the Knicks would add a third center behind Karl-Anthony Towns and newcomer Andre Drummond as they look to fill out the back end of their roster.</summary></entry><entry><title>$1,236 ticket for Knicks' banner-raising opener vs. LeBron James' 76ers is most expensive regular-season NBA game ever for this resale market</title><author><name>Anthony Rieber</name><email>anthony.rieber@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/knicks-sixers-ticket-jend6f1s"/><id>urn:uuid:c0b31da4-f775-4dcb-a816-4d6ffe28ff2a</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:18:11.679-04:00</updated><summary>Game 1 of 82 will be special at MSG as the Knicks raise their first championship banner in 53 years</summary></entry><entry><title>The No. 21 Ducks convened a player-led meeting after losing to Oklahoma State</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/oregon-ducks-dan-lanning-dante-moore-m86784"/><id>urn:uuid:de270554-5b4f-4d93-804b-e9fd751ecfaa</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:16:26.159-04:00</updated><summary>Oregon Ducks players held a meeting to air out their concerns after they were upset by Oklahoma State.</summary></entry><entry><title>FBI and Coast Guard boarded US-bound oil tankers after signs the ships were hit with cyberattacks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/fbi-suspected-cyberattacks-oil-tankers-coast-guard-o31328"/><id>urn:uuid:ff1c3df8-2026-48d7-bbab-7c91b0df5e70</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:08:47.243-04:00</updated><summary>Officials say the FBI and U.S. Coast Guard boarded two oil tankers bound for the United States to investigate after indications the ships' networks had been compromised by cyberattacks.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kamala Harris is to campaign in Michigan with Abdul El-Sayed</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/elsayed-kamala-harris-michigan-senate-v37963"/><id>urn:uuid:8b4e103d-976b-4d0a-a02c-a712b1409b72</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:04:29.472-04:00</updated><summary>Former Vice President Kamala Harris plans to visit Michigan next week to campaign with Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee for Senate.</summary></entry><entry><title>Town of Huntington readies to pierce the tax cap after split vote</title><author><name>Deborah S. Morris</name><email>deborah.morris@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/huntington-tax-cap-budget-j0gc47pj"/><id>urn:uuid:94151e96-2e3d-4b57-8eda-b1a9975e2776</id><updated>2026-09-16T15:03:57.248-04:00</updated><summary>The vote is required to pass a 2027 budget that exceeds the state's tax cap.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iran hesitates to clamp down on defiance of headscarf rules as war and economic pressures mount</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-us-war-mahsa-amini-hijab-headscarves-w93892"/><id>urn:uuid:80cece8e-a07d-417d-aa6b-f03925bfea65</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:58:57.931-04:00</updated><summary>Women in the Iranian capital are increasingly seen in public without headscarves.</summary></entry><entry><title>On shores of Lake Ontario, the Toronto International Film Festival bristles at Trump's trade war</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/tiff-lake-ontario-trump-b43474"/><id>urn:uuid:84e06044-3521-413d-9502-26835c671386</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:58:08.603-04:00</updated><summary>The 51st Toronto International Film Festival has unspooled against a backdrop of rising tensions between the U.S. and Canadian governments, though it would be hard to tell it from the convivial atmosphere on the ground.</summary></entry><entry><title>House holds billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress over Epstein investigation</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/leon-black-epstein-contempt-congress-b10373"/><id>urn:uuid:3fa46b9b-89da-43f2-95bd-a03ba70460cc</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:55:27.448-04:00</updated><summary>The House has approved a resolution holding billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress after he defied the Oversight Committee's subpoenas in its investigation into disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.</summary></entry><entry><title>White Sox infielder Colson Montgomery departs game against Guardians after being hit by pitch</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/white-sox-montgomery-guardians-v62716"/><id>urn:uuid:81222bf5-2f5e-4000-9999-4a5857554616</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:55:20.206-04:00</updated><summary>Chicago White Sox infielder Colson Montgomery was taken out during the fifth inning of Wednesday's game against the Cleveland Guardians because of a bruised left wrist.</summary></entry><entry><title>Patti LuPone returns to Off-Broadway in 'Full Gallop'</title><author><name>Rafer Guzmán</name><email>rafer.guzman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/patti-lupone-full-gallop-olk3loel"/><id>urn:uuid:18f396c6-982f-48e5-9674-d1a17177c7ca</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:54:40.960-04:00</updated><summary>Patti LuPone to portray Diana Vreeland in "Full Gallop," an Off-Broadway play about the former Vogue editor's life and career reinvention.</summary></entry><entry><title>Leake County schools in Mississippi released from decades-long desegregation order</title><author><name> Mississippi Today</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/leake-county-schools-federal-order-racial-discrimination-k14008"/><id>urn:uuid:afc899d9-c072-4da8-bc02-ecea7ab522c7</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:51:40.355-04:00</updated><summary>A Mississippi school district has been released from a federal order that monitored racial discrimination for over 50 years.</summary></entry><entry><title>From walk-on to starter, Luke Talich's leap of faith pays off for him and No. 3 Notre Dame</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/notre-dame-fighting-irish-talich-i76377"/><id>urn:uuid:912f3659-85e8-49fe-85da-0a329b92671d</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:50:57.987-04:00</updated><summary>Luke Talich became a Notre Dame fan because the Fighting Irish wore the same blue-and-gold colors as his beloved Cody High School Broncs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Stefanski not ready to announce Falcons starting QB against Carolina as Penix nears his return</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/atlanta-falcons-qbs-rush-penix-t71154"/><id>urn:uuid:15923f72-6c08-470c-8daa-da5762654c00</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:41:31.258-04:00</updated><summary>Atlanta Falcons coach Kevin Stefanski says he's not ready to announce a starting quarterback for Sunday's home opener against Carolina.</summary></entry><entry><title>5 questions facing the Islanders heading into training camp</title><author><name>Andrew Gross</name><email>andrew.gross@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/islanders/islanders-training-camp-wizx9y1x"/><id>urn:uuid:eef21340-b697-46d4-82e3-b44bec80ba61</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:37:52.915-04:00</updated><summary>There are plenty of players to keep an eye on, including how much better Matthew Schaefer can be in his second season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fire destroys 'ahead of its time' Fire Island Pines beachfront home</title><author><name>Nicholas Spangler and Brianne Ledda</name><email>brianne.ledda@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/fire-island-tv-house-ocean-walk-br3f7izd"/><id>urn:uuid:f4f608c6-9ab5-43aa-8a5b-c4b610967c69</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:34:08.160-04:00</updated><summary>The beachfront home was noted for its midcentury design and advanced water treatment and heating and cooling systems.</summary></entry><entry><title>Joao Pedro withdraws from Brazil squad through injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/brazil-soccer-team-joao-pedro-k81699"/><id>urn:uuid:757c46ff-f261-4732-a951-cacc844cc88c</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:33:46.126-04:00</updated><summary>Joao Pedro has withdrawn from the Brazil squad because of injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump-aligned groups are pouring money into the midterm races</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-super-pac-maga-inc-midterms-m49173"/><id>urn:uuid:a7a0a028-934b-4fb1-92f4-6ea60188b225</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:33:19.330-04:00</updated><summary>Big money groups aligned with President Donald Trump are pouring huge sums of cash into midterm races in the final sprint toward Election Day.</summary></entry><entry><title>Copperwood Mine foes sue to block $50M grant for project near Lake Superior</title><author><name> Bridge Michigan</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/copperwood-mine-michigan-grants-lawsuit-b49948"/><id>urn:uuid:1714b7b9-98d3-4af8-9984-b749cfaec8b9</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:32:50.595-04:00</updated><summary>Opponents are challenging a $50 million grant Michigan awarded to a Canadian company for a copper mine in the Upper Peninsula.</summary></entry><entry><title>Andy Reid: First-round pick Mansoor Delane likely to play for Chiefs vs the Colts on Sunday night</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/kansas-city-chiefs-mansoor-delane-t07173"/><id>urn:uuid:24f3f434-6900-41bd-ba61-1c750571b9f1</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:24:56.687-04:00</updated><summary>The Kansas City Chiefs expect cornerback Mansoor Delane to play against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sabres forward Jason Zucker expected to miss start of season after having sports hernia surgery</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/sabres-zucker-crevier-o24538"/><id>urn:uuid:09d7570e-6da9-4c2f-a3c3-1dc5c0a7a6f4</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:24:39.190-04:00</updated><summary>Veteran Buffalo Sabres forward Jason Zucker is expected to miss the start of the season after having surgery to repair a sports hernia.</summary></entry><entry><title>William P. Bodkin</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/william-p-bodkin-and-nassau-district-court-judge-3rd-district-x9mjicvf"/><id>urn:uuid:c6083c5d-c676-4fd4-bdae-2ec7c876888d</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:16:11.708-04:00</updated><summary>Nassau District Court Judge - 3rd District</summary></entry><entry><title>Miami Hurricanes going back to Nike in deal that will exceed $200M, AP source says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/miami-hurricanes-nike-v50386"/><id>urn:uuid:6afd871f-0cba-41b9-a0db-5f1742b950ce</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:11:19.237-04:00</updated><summary>The University of Miami will be wearing Nike apparel again starting in July 2027.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fed rate hike likely means more expensive credit cards and mortgages, but savers may rejoice</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/federal-reserve-warsh-borrowing-interest-rates-m90270"/><id>urn:uuid:6ff843fb-27f8-4c00-adb1-bc882e1753b5</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:06:18.882-04:00</updated><summary>The Federal Reserve just raised the cost of borrowing money — bad news for borrowers, good news for savers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nursing homes on LI, in state, poorly staffed, have lowest fines, report finds</title><author><name>Robert Brodsky</name><email>robert.brodsky@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/health/nursing-homes-report-staffing-fines-wdkbt22w"/><id>urn:uuid:ebdc23fc-37ed-4949-ae88-92ef4b1aa85c</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:04:36.379-04:00</updated><summary>The report examined state and federal oversight of nursing homes nationwide from 2022-2024.</summary></entry><entry><title>NASA spacecraft discovers a huge new crater on the moon</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/moon-lunar-crater-space-nasa-p58196"/><id>urn:uuid:3f5385af-ad71-4892-9559-f7731c5994f8</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:04:17.572-04:00</updated><summary>Scientists have discovered a crater on the moon that's bigger than the Roman Colosseum, the result of a powerful impact two years ago.</summary></entry><entry><title>The T. rex had a body temperature similar to our own, study finds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/tyrannosaurus-rex-body-temperature-r55599"/><id>urn:uuid:86b9d8c0-a266-4deb-8678-4b83ae4c2fdc</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:03:17.094-04:00</updated><summary>A new study has found that the T.</summary></entry><entry><title>The U.S.-Canada rupture is a lesson in declining leadership</title><author><name> Gautam Mukunda</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/us-canada-trade-war-trump-carney-r9k4iipo"/><id>urn:uuid:5ebb6710-9908-467a-ba47-42d516c2d889</id><updated>2026-09-16T14:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The rift is a symptom of the Trump administration's institutional breakdown.</summary></entry><entry><title>Verstappen needs 35 minutes to pass 100 karts at Silverstone and win Red Bull challenge</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/max-verstappen-karting-m74456"/><id>urn:uuid:6a97f026-e84a-44d5-9814-2d99bdca1bd1</id><updated>2026-09-16T13:59:22.987-04:00</updated><summary>Max Verstappen has needed about 35 minutes to overcome 100 karting drivers in a Red Bull event at Silverstone.</summary></entry><entry><title>Annie Dillard, Pulitzer-winning author of 'Pilgrim at Tinker Creek,' dies at 81</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/annie-dillard-dies-pilgrim-at-tinker-creek-x60626"/><id>urn:uuid:e9079364-7c38-46ee-a955-cd4080d10441</id><updated>2026-09-16T13:56:10.333-04:00</updated><summary>Annie Dillard, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author known for her poetic explorations of nature and spirituality, has died at 81.</summary></entry><entry><title>Alonzo G. Jacobs</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/alonzo-g-jacobs-district-court-judge-5th-district-town-of-islip-jy8j7n1n"/><id>urn:uuid:f3dcb9a5-b0e8-4dd3-ab1c-72f43726a201</id><updated>2026-09-16T13:53:07.974-04:00</updated><summary>District Court Judge, 5th District, Town of Islip</summary></entry><entry><title>Pierce F. Cohalan</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/pierce-f-cohalan-and-district-court-judge-5th-district-town-of-islip-m49rit8p"/><id>urn:uuid:7b5bc58a-f94f-4e1c-8a06-c8b5b4de94e7</id><updated>2026-09-16T13:48:57.621-04:00</updated><summary>District Court Judge, 5th District, Town of Islip</summary></entry><entry><title>Assault charge dismissed against Smithtown Councilman Thomas Lohmann after altercation with fellow councilman during board meeting</title><author><name>Grant Parpan</name><email>grant.parpan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/thomas-lohmann-thomas-mccarthy-smithtown-assault-charge-n1s7fgxz"/><id>urn:uuid:84713a0a-04da-4c64-9dfa-5ae1e1f05908</id><updated>2026-09-16T13:45:55.368-04:00</updated><summary>Thomas Lohmann had been charged with striking Thomas J. McCarthy, a fellow councilman, during a closed-door meeting.</summary></entry><entry><title>Messi-linked Eldense hires coach Javi Calleja until 2028</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/lionel-messi-eldense-javi-calleja-k36702"/><id>urn:uuid:a2eed594-c4e4-4109-af5a-0543192bb255</id><updated>2026-09-16T13:41:36.877-04:00</updated><summary>The team Lionel Messi is set to own in Spain has hired Javi Calleja as coach.</summary></entry><entry><title>Three Long Islanders snag Pete Alonso's 300th home run ball at Citi Field</title><author><name>Laura Albanese</name><email>laura.albanese@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/pete-alonso-300th-home-run-ball-mets-orioles-yelwgdyt"/><id>urn:uuid:e113d928-0544-4c59-8ad5-cbf45c7be758</id><updated>2026-09-16T13:41:06.824-04:00</updated><summary>The trio gave the ball back to Alonso, who signed a bat and a ball for each of them in return and also signed the jerseys and shirts they were wearing.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lauren Doddato Goldman</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/lauren-doddato-goldman-nassau-district-court-judge-2nd-district-jbm4e625"/><id>urn:uuid:011b698e-ff18-4f69-9357-0d99b43756fc</id><updated>2026-09-16T13:41:06.229-04:00</updated><summary>Nassau District Court Judge, 2nd District</summary></entry><entry><title>Colts hope to clean up defensive communication by having LB Akeem Davis-Gaither relay play calls</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/indianapolis-colts-akeem-davis-gaither-o53710"/><id>urn:uuid:bcd63ca5-b7b5-40d7-b5b1-6c95f84f480e</id><updated>2026-09-16T13:36:13.081-04:00</updated><summary>Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen announced Wednesday that linebacker Akeem Davis-Gaither will have the "green dot" radio helmet Sunday night in Kansas City.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bills set to open new stadium hosting the Lions in a primetime matchup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/lions-bills-preview-highmark-stadium-u18269"/><id>urn:uuid:7ebf9e5a-f7fa-43ea-a006-0120abb1f19d</id><updated>2026-09-16T13:15:44.841-04:00</updated><summary>Josh Allen is more focused on the outcome than the setting as the Buffalo Bills prepare to play the first regular-season game at their new Highmark Stadium by hosting the Detroit Lions on Thursday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Canada's Carney and Britain's Burnham take first meeting to Everton football match</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/carney-burnham-everton-canada-britain-y69114"/><id>urn:uuid:572e985f-4523-4335-b8b8-3f36eb9b7eda</id><updated>2026-09-16T13:14:28.539-04:00</updated><summary>Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met Britain's new prime minister, Andy Burnham, for the first time at Everton's stadium in Liverpool before the two leaders watched the soccer club they both support.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island's Michael Carbonaro returns home for Paramount magic show</title><author><name>David J. Criblez</name><email>david.criblez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/michael-carbonaro-paramount-jnm0jjqy"/><id>urn:uuid:257016e4-79b2-4cf5-9cdd-b5c1d10b38e0</id><updated>2026-09-16T13:11:05.269-04:00</updated><summary>The 90-minute, family-friendly show focuses on the wonderment of being a kid again.</summary></entry><entry><title>House approves sweeping Russia sanctions bill, sending it to Trump</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/sanctions-russia-ukraine-house-tariffs-china-h64009"/><id>urn:uuid:9a64d6d2-7183-47e4-9c0d-46d5dd330731</id><updated>2026-09-16T13:02:19.086-04:00</updated><summary>The House has passed a broad package of sanctions targeting Russian officials and key pillars of its economy as lawmakers look to deprive President Vladimir Putin of the financial resources needed to wage the war against Ukraine.</summary></entry><entry><title>Joyful dressing and the trends that took over New York Fashion Week</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/fashion-trends-nyfw-2026-q87047"/><id>urn:uuid:bcd2583c-fd68-45dc-9071-7a1eb74a4436</id><updated>2026-09-16T13:01:45.268-04:00</updated><summary>Designers delivered levity with their Spring/Summer 2027 collections this New York Fashion Week.</summary></entry><entry><title>Charlie Becker quickly emerging as the model of efficiency in No. 4 Indiana's receiving corps</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/indiana-hoosiers-western-kentucky-charlie-becker-r16463"/><id>urn:uuid:4f38dd38-f9d3-40fd-85c6-7cc2f54e4f5f</id><updated>2026-09-16T12:57:54.647-04:00</updated><summary>Indiana receiver Charlie Becker started last season by fighting three more experienced NFL prospects for playing time.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vice Coffee &amp; Doughnuts closes in Farmingdale</title><author><name>Marie Elena Martinez</name><email>marieelena.martinez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/vice-coffee-and-doughnuts-closes-in-farmingdale-eob9zsfx"/><id>urn:uuid:3e5a7555-86af-4f7b-99d4-dd686b4e70e7</id><updated>2026-09-16T12:53:44.320-04:00</updated><summary>Operations will shift back to focus on the company's food truck.</summary></entry><entry><title>AI may reverse political polarization. Don't get excited yet</title><author><name> Stephen Mihm</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/unity-on-ai-data-centers-bipartisanship-na9fsuq5"/><id>urn:uuid:451b222e-f511-47fa-ae29-a6d46d20e5eb</id><updated>2026-09-16T12:50:37.293-04:00</updated><summary>But the resulting consensus could come at a cost: a new kind of groupthink.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fencing goes up around the main Kennedy Center building after Trump-aligned board votes to close it</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/kennedy-center-fencing-trump-close-repairs-l65767"/><id>urn:uuid:176db5fb-c051-4cf5-8832-97960eec8fbb</id><updated>2026-09-16T12:47:35.436-04:00</updated><summary>Fencing has gone up around the main Kennedy Center building, a day after the Trump-aligned board voted to close most of the performing arts center for repairs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Amazon increases minimum starting hourly wage for full-time core operations employees</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/amazon-hourly-pay-benefits-walmart-k54793"/><id>urn:uuid:cf93d5ab-38b4-4429-80a0-503a0b5865f1</id><updated>2026-09-16T12:45:04.896-04:00</updated><summary>Online behemoth Amazon said it's increasing the minimum starting hourly wage for its U.S. full-time core operations employees to $20 ahead of the holiday shopping season.</summary></entry><entry><title>A detained US scholar's wife asks Trump for help as Xi's Washington visit nears</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/jimmy-lai-son-xi-jinping-trump-china-us-e03074"/><id>urn:uuid:aff08301-243d-49ee-91be-71e0b21261e4</id><updated>2026-09-16T12:33:14.044-04:00</updated><summary>Min Zin, a U.S. scholar of Myanmar politics, has been detained in China for over three months.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suffolk County delays plan to install Flock gunfire detection technology for a year</title><author><name>Joe Werkmeister</name><email>joe.werkmeister@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/suffolk-flock-gunfire-t50u9req"/><id>urn:uuid:b8a561dd-3968-4cd4-b904-7a07495d5844</id><updated>2026-09-16T12:29:04.756-04:00</updated><summary>Flock has generated nationwide controversy over its use of technology that was found to have been improperly used by police departments.</summary></entry><entry><title>Afghan man sentenced to 20-year prison term in case tied to suicide bombing at Kabul airport</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/abbey-gate-airport-suicide-bombing-afghanistan-trial-r03687"/><id>urn:uuid:ebc3724c-768a-4cda-85b5-28bd66945189</id><updated>2026-09-16T12:27:11.562-04:00</updated><summary>An Islamic State group members has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for aiding the terrorist organization that took credit for a suicide bombing that killed 13 U.S. service members and about 160 Afghans at a Kabul airport five years ago.</summary></entry><entry><title>Federal prosecutors charge 3 with stealing $12M in homelessness aid in Southern California</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/fraud-trump-homelessness-california-p11566"/><id>urn:uuid:d012c6a7-b933-47cd-96e7-e093962f0e51</id><updated>2026-09-16T12:15:18.656-04:00</updated><summary>Federal authorities have charged three people with stealing $12 million in homelessness aid, allegedly using the money to buy real estate, take luxury trips, and purchase vintage vehicles.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cardinals activate rookie second baseman JJ Wetherholt from injured list</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/st-louis-cardinals-jj-wetherholt-y13631"/><id>urn:uuid:d9f73c3f-8eee-479c-ab6d-fe53e9f886ff</id><updated>2026-09-16T12:10:07.712-04:00</updated><summary>St. Louis activated rookie second baseman JJ Wetherholt from the 10-day injured list Wednesday morning before the Cardinals met the San Francisco Giants.</summary></entry><entry><title>AP exclusive: Change in human trafficking policy could make some minors easier to deport</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/human-trafficking-claims-unaccompanied-minors-trump-s78490"/><id>urn:uuid:092cc643-880d-4859-9491-2beda8aa597a</id><updated>2026-09-16T12:07:22.893-04:00</updated><summary>The Trump administration has ordered caregivers for migrant children to stop reporting human trafficking concerns directly to the office created to help victims.</summary></entry><entry><title>Colts wide receiver Keenan Allen formally charged in alleged drunken driving incident</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/colts-keenan-allen-charged-k67612"/><id>urn:uuid:4a6de8b1-d1c5-452b-8095-9e9f8cf02645</id><updated>2026-09-16T12:02:42.885-04:00</updated><summary>Indianapolis Colts receiver Keenan Allen will face two misdemeanor charges in his alleged drunken driving incident, according to court records.</summary></entry><entry><title>Paralyzed A's minor leaguer Ryan Lasko leaves hospital more than two months after spinal-cord injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/ryan-lasko-injury-athletics-paralyzed-f26779"/><id>urn:uuid:a8d9fa21-f15c-4e32-98d7-909a49aeb356</id><updated>2026-09-16T11:54:01.563-04:00</updated><summary>Ryan Lasko, a minor league prospect with the Athletics who was paralyzed in an outfield collision more than two months ago, has been released from an in-patient rehabilitation hospital.</summary></entry><entry><title>LSU sack leader Princewill Umanmielen served in $550K lawsuit filed by Ole Miss</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/umanmielen-ole-miss-lawsuit-lsu-kiffin-f32267"/><id>urn:uuid:7ab33d74-decd-474f-ade8-10d366a646a5</id><updated>2026-09-16T11:52:38.826-04:00</updated><summary>LSU sack leader Princewill Umanmielen has been served legal papers related to a July lawsuit filed by the University of Mississippi which alleges that the former Rebels edge rusher owes Ole Miss $550,000 in revenue sharing money.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rosie O'Donnell joins revival of 'The Rocky Horror Show' in role of narrator</title><author><name>Verne Gay</name><email>verne.gay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/rosie-odonnell-rocky-horror-narrator-pmfhd9wd"/><id>urn:uuid:a91d15c7-2073-441a-8c4f-43e2f3f04155</id><updated>2026-09-16T11:47:57.979-04:00</updated><summary>The Commack native will assume the role of narrator for two weeks, beginning Oct. 6.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bettors in New York won big on Knicks' championship</title><author><name>Steve Hughes</name><email>stephen.hughes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/region-state/gambling-knicks-b0t80dk8"/><id>urn:uuid:3a168855-a7f1-4172-947f-c92631d01172</id><updated>2026-09-16T11:30:32.192-04:00</updated><summary>More than $1 billion in mobile sports bets were made in New York during the NBA Finals.</summary></entry><entry><title>What to know about Ed Sheeran's tour after Macklemore was cut and other artists dropped out</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/ed-sheeran-tour-macklemore-o99074"/><id>urn:uuid:1e4aadea-3e45-43f2-9eb2-af0b9d275655</id><updated>2026-09-16T11:30:30.351-04:00</updated><summary>Ed Sheeran's tour has been thrown into turmoil by all of his supporting acts quitting after the rapper Macklemore was dropped as an opener because of pro-Palestinian comments he made onstage.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nebraska and Notre Dame announce home-and-home series with games in 2032-33</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/nebraska-notre-dame-college-football-a43866"/><id>urn:uuid:f017bb9a-be33-43b0-a62c-3747eac12884</id><updated>2026-09-16T11:27:46.658-04:00</updated><summary>Nebraska and Notre Dame have scheduled a home-and-home series with games in 2032 and 2033 in what will be the first matchups of the tradition-rich programs in more than three decades.</summary></entry><entry><title>Duck Donuts opens in Huntington Station</title><author><name>Marie Elena Martinez</name><email>marieelena.martinez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/duck-donuts-opens-in-huntington-station-qpf0pipa"/><id>urn:uuid:9ad5a8b8-c8f3-4db8-8734-a59afebfd9ba</id><updated>2026-09-16T11:19:13.399-04:00</updated><summary>The shop has a BEC sandwich served between two doughnuts.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Appetizing' stores are the quieter, less famous sibling of the Jewish deli</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/food-and-drink/appetizing-stores-jewish-holidays-food-x51059"/><id>urn:uuid:81df5f11-fa47-44ee-80c0-7a80aa1a4b44</id><updated>2026-09-16T11:19:09.524-04:00</updated><summary>In traditional Jewish American food culture, there was the deli and also its less famous sibling, the appetizing store.</summary></entry><entry><title>US businessman Adam Castillo deported from Myanmar after months in jail, state media says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/adam-castillo-myanmar-jail-chamber-of-commerce-i01265"/><id>urn:uuid:e159b461-a39d-45a8-9b50-eba4a4f9312b</id><updated>2026-09-16T10:51:30.659-04:00</updated><summary>Myanmar's military-backed government has deported Adam Castillo, a U.S. businessman, after three months in jail on charges his supporters say were trumped-up.</summary></entry><entry><title>Why the discovery of 9 women's bodies have raised fears of a serial killer in South Africa</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-africa-women-deaths-serial-killer-t64380"/><id>urn:uuid:554c33ad-c868-409c-b7d8-5340485e87a4</id><updated>2026-09-16T10:50:38.294-04:00</updated><summary>South African police have found the bodies of nine women in the same area on the outskirts of Johannesburg over the last two months.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tensions flare in Syria's Kurdish northeast as government integration deal moves forward</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/syria-kurds-sdf-protests-fuel-prices-fire-kobani-b29066"/><id>urn:uuid:097039cb-f948-4e78-8c47-981ba2049f49</id><updated>2026-09-16T10:37:34.862-04:00</updated><summary>Tensions are rising in northeastern Syria as a Kurdish-led force integrates into Syria's army.</summary></entry><entry><title>WHO sees 'encouraging signs' in Congo Ebola fight, but warns cases in one eastern region are surging</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/congo-ebola-bundibugyo-world-health-organization-y72706"/><id>urn:uuid:e59ac72b-8778-4dcf-8d75-6878ac6850d8</id><updated>2026-09-16T10:31:26.426-04:00</updated><summary>The World Health Organization reports encouraging signs in the fight against an Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mobile sports bets drive big gains in NYS revenue</title><author><name>Steve Hughes</name><email>stephen.hughes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/region-state/mobile-sports-betting-vt2osig9"/><id>urn:uuid:679f6ed4-3a32-4930-8aa3-6f6d359e2b10</id><updated>2026-09-16T10:31:01.241-04:00</updated><summary>New Yorkers have placed $91.2 billion in mobile sports bets since it became legal in 2022.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pat Narduzzi, on the cusp of his program-record 144th game at Pitt, is still pointing to the future</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/pittsburgh-panthers-football-pat-narduzzi-g74714"/><id>urn:uuid:7b9d0953-57d9-4635-8e33-9db3a5128d5a</id><updated>2026-09-16T10:28:40.377-04:00</updated><summary>Pitt coach Pat Narduzzi will make history when the Panthers take the field against Syracuse in their ACC opener.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cole Campbell is the latest American soccer star making waves in Europe and he credits his mom</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/cole-campbell-elversberg-bundesliga-b37177"/><id>urn:uuid:056d02f5-34f9-4524-a9ee-33a516102a78</id><updated>2026-09-16T10:18:28.043-04:00</updated><summary>The breakout American star of the soccer season so far in Germany, Cole Campbell, has help from an experienced training partner — his mom.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iowa Republicans in battleground House races vote to halt Trump's ability to continue the Iran war</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/iowa-midterms-iran-war-resolution-g13123"/><id>urn:uuid:36f8eb4e-f1d8-4c63-93d7-0a8164f2714d</id><updated>2026-09-16T10:14:04.559-04:00</updated><summary>Two Republicans in closely contested congressional districts in Iowa switched their votes on an Iran war powers resolution to halt President Donald Trump's ability to continue military action without lawmakers' approval.</summary></entry><entry><title>WTA Finals moving to an NBA arena next year as tennis tour seeks 'Super Bowl for women's sports'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/wta-finals-charlotte-north-carolina-g09522"/><id>urn:uuid:d76d9e51-6a32-4121-92b4-e7b74d5a8639</id><updated>2026-09-16T10:02:52.783-04:00</updated><summary>The WTA Finals will be held in Charlotte, North Carolina, for the next three years in a move that organizers hope will create "the Super Bowl for women's sports."</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island's fishing boats offer all-inclusive trips</title><author><name>Newsday Staff</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/long-island-getaways/fishing-boat-trips-iclfxlw1"/><id>urn:uuid:aeaf4e78-7f8b-4ed8-8758-b3c876bb6ecd</id><updated>2026-09-16T10:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Explore Long Island's fishing boats offering half-day and full-day trips with bait, tackle, and fish cleaning services included.</summary></entry><entry><title>Zuckerberg distances Meta from calls for a coordinated approach on an AI slowdown</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/ai-zuckerberg-meta-slowdown-e51668"/><id>urn:uuid:53118192-e66b-455c-b954-aeddf441f629</id><updated>2026-09-16T09:40:13.112-04:00</updated><summary>Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg says it's up to each AI company to ensure its technology is safe, distancing himself from calls for a coordinated slowdown in AI development.</summary></entry><entry><title>French judo star Teddy Riner is aiming for one last Olympic gold in Los Angeles</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/olympics/teddy-riner-judo-olympics-la2028-psg-r82573"/><id>urn:uuid:e679fa55-1837-4714-9036-a3d8e4c9347f</id><updated>2026-09-16T09:37:57.873-04:00</updated><summary>French judo star Teddy Riner wants to end his stellar career with a fourth individual Olympic gold medal at the Los Angeles Games in 2028.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bingo and Tickle Me Elmo nominated for Toy Hall of Fame. Will Care Bears also make it this year?</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/toy-hall-fame-finalists-2026-g56980"/><id>urn:uuid:f8be03c0-f02d-42a5-809c-6d3d95e2e872</id><updated>2026-09-16T09:31:01.870-04:00</updated><summary>Tickle Me Elmo, Bingo and the playground slide are among the finalists for the National Toy Hall of Fame this year.</summary></entry><entry><title>Karol G, Ca7riel &amp; Paco Amoroso, Rosalía and Drexler are the most nominated for the Latin Grammys</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/latin-grammys-nominations-rosalia-karol-g-drexler-s48682"/><id>urn:uuid:a830332f-6bf0-494d-838e-27346add6cae</id><updated>2026-09-16T09:28:50.693-04:00</updated><summary>A fight of titans is coming up for the 27th edition of the Latin Grammys with Karol G, Ca7riel &amp; Paco Amoroso, Rosalía and Jorge Drexler as the most nominated artists revealed on Wednesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Scenes from a colonial resurrection: First-person interpretations of history draw America 250 crowds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/america-250-reenactors-philadelphia-r62984"/><id>urn:uuid:fc90e7b0-6108-4207-9cc1-d7b8d79a1fbf</id><updated>2026-09-16T09:12:28.981-04:00</updated><summary>America's 250th birthday has been a banner year for the actors of Historic Philadelphia, Inc. who immerse visitors in Colonial history via first-person interpretations and true stories.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Obamas' family dog Sunny dies, the former president says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/obama-pet-dog-sunny-dies-s66969"/><id>urn:uuid:d0314ad2-0c34-4386-a42d-f4240576bc22</id><updated>2026-09-16T08:52:57.460-04:00</updated><summary>The Obamas' pet dog Sunny has died.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dortmund teenager Karetsas is back in training after health problems in Champions League</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/konstantinos-karetsas-dortmund-champions-league-y78048"/><id>urn:uuid:74567fc7-3271-4afe-99a8-9a24c49279a8</id><updated>2026-09-16T08:50:52.995-04:00</updated><summary>Borussia Dortmund says young midfielder Konstantinos Karetsas is back in training just over a week after he slumped to the ground in an alarming medical incident on his Champions League debut.</summary></entry><entry><title>Retail sales rise a better-than-expected 1.2% in August after shoppers pulled back spending in July</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/retail-inflation-consumer-sentiment-economy-t77236"/><id>urn:uuid:ce6cd2b4-32e5-4d51-ad61-9b30de8a97e1</id><updated>2026-09-16T08:44:03.182-04:00</updated><summary>Consumers may be griping about higher prices at the pump and elsewhere, but they keep spending, helping to power the economy, according to the latest government snapshot.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mbappé and Vinícius caught in Spain's great migration debate after obscuring message on Ceuta shirts</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/mbappe-vinicius-ceuta-shirt-spain-morocco-w10173"/><id>urn:uuid:f33ea8e2-0e35-45ed-b8d1-2f05f80cda23</id><updated>2026-09-16T08:34:07.868-04:00</updated><summary>Real Madrid stars Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior have found themselves in the middle of a supercharged debate in Spain about migration and the country's relations with Morocco.</summary></entry><entry><title>South Sudan president fires head of electoral body months before country's first election</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-sudan-election-president-salva-kiir-b41953"/><id>urn:uuid:5e033a63-8666-44b6-8805-62c88dc8199e</id><updated>2026-09-16T08:28:24.164-04:00</updated><summary>South Sudan President Salva Kiir has announced the head of the electoral body was removed from the position just three months before the country's first election.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: Federal Reserve defies Trump, hikes key interest rate for first time in 3 years</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-war-powers-election-bestiality-r66328"/><id>urn:uuid:2321297b-4993-4d6c-8d6e-76c928985d3e</id><updated>2026-09-16T08:27:48.378-04:00</updated><summary>The Federal Reserve has raised its benchmark interest rate for the first time since 2023 to address high inflation.</summary></entry><entry><title>English village votes to leave the UK over migrant housing plan</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/uk-village-piddington-independence-vote-migrants-camp-t64375"/><id>urn:uuid:553b1ad8-cc51-4d9c-b8f5-a62f4ab3ff67</id><updated>2026-09-16T08:14:37.363-04:00</updated><summary>A small English village has voted to leave the U.K. in a symbolic independence referendum.</summary></entry><entry><title>Belarus frees 25 prisoners in exchange for the US lifting some sanctions, envoy says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/belarus-lukashenko-us-coale-prisoners-release-sanctions-l15353"/><id>urn:uuid:6d164828-4456-4404-8944-727c7c779163</id><updated>2026-09-16T07:59:20.557-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. special envoy for Belarus says that the country's authorities have agreed to release 25 prisoners as part of a deal that includes the lifting of U.S. sanctions against some Belarusian companies.</summary></entry><entry><title>Armani taps Dario Vitale for its Emporio and accessories lines a year after death of Giorgio Armani</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/italy-armani-fashion-prada-vitale-versace-h94414"/><id>urn:uuid:0e092c8b-8af3-4bea-af39-1ab4786016f8</id><updated>2026-09-16T07:20:19.222-04:00</updated><summary>The Armani fashion group has named Dario Vitale creative director of Emporio Armani and Giorgio Armani Accessories.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fire heavily damages North Merrick home; 2 residents displaced</title><author><name>Maureen Mullarkey</name><email>maureen.mullarkey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/north-merrick-house-fire-g55yugcu"/><id>urn:uuid:ed4281b4-730e-462d-afdc-8746e0cc4253</id><updated>2026-09-16T07:17:17.089-04:00</updated><summary>About 75 firefighters from six companies put out the fire within 90 minutes.</summary></entry><entry><title>American softball player Cam Schiller banned 3 years for steroid doping at Men's World Cup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/doping-softball-us-schiller-b74528"/><id>urn:uuid:cb5cf5d9-76f6-4f74-9cea-0d8fe131712b</id><updated>2026-09-16T07:15:20.398-04:00</updated><summary>American softball player Cam Schiller has been banned for three years for doping with a steroid.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island economic indicators</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://projects.newsday.com/business/long-island-economic-indicators/"/><id>urn:uuid:cce4f725-bb6e-4548-824d-3b17e0324970</id><updated>2015-11-09T11:57:54.000-05:00</updated><summary>Long Island had 15,600 more jobs in July 2018 than it had a year earlier,</summary></entry><entry><title>Dr. Nicole Saphier, Trump's 3rd surgeon general pick, faces Senate questions over her vaccine stance</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-nicole-saphier-surgeon-general-healthcare-n80801"/><id>urn:uuid:df2ceecb-f571-4d3b-8ea4-1fc212d9e3e9</id><updated>2026-09-16T07:01:30.968-04:00</updated><summary>Dr. Nicole Saphier, President Donald Trump's nominee for surgeon general, has faced scrutiny over her stance on childhood vaccines.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dutch soccer great Ronald Koeman announces death of his wife Bartina after breast cancer</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/netherlands-ronald-koeman-wife-bartina-c13837"/><id>urn:uuid:a04ab8c6-c692-43e7-a733-ee30bb11abe2</id><updated>2026-09-16T06:41:45.769-04:00</updated><summary>Former Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman has announced that his wife Bartina has died after a battle with breast cancer.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump administration has cut or frozen $177 billion in grants across every state, analysis shows</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-administration-federal-grants-cuts-p71686"/><id>urn:uuid:4f543a92-9cb3-4d87-bc88-171a2647fa75</id><updated>2026-09-16T06:36:12.405-04:00</updated><summary>An analysis finds that the Trump administration has cut or frozen up to $177 billion in federal grants since the president took office for his second term.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sudan gold mine collapse kills at least 82 people with many more missing</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/sudan-gold-mine-collapse-p06103"/><id>urn:uuid:aaa9f9c5-86d5-439b-af67-654413ff18b7</id><updated>2026-09-16T06:28:04.324-04:00</updated><summary>A local official and activists say that a gold mine collapse in Sudan has killed at least 82 people.</summary></entry><entry><title>Russian drone strike on a passenger bus in Ukraine kills 5 people and wounds at least 7 others</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-ukraine-drone-strike-passenger-bus-b64530"/><id>urn:uuid:190579e9-882a-409f-ad9c-0c905e35e906</id><updated>2026-09-16T06:25:06.686-04:00</updated><summary>A Russian drone strike on a passenger bus in southern Ukraine has killed five people and wounded at least seven others.</summary></entry><entry><title>Honda HR-V vs Kia Seltos, a budget SUV Edmunds comparison</title><author><name>BRADLEY IGER of Edmunds</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/honda-hrv-kia-seltos-budget-suv-d02588"/><id>urn:uuid:7ab0732f-838f-4758-9df2-17755b4f9898</id><updated>2026-09-16T06:24:05.575-04:00</updated><summary>The 2027 Honda HR-V and 2027 Kia Seltos are two small SUVs that are easy to live with, offer enough room for everyday duties, keep fuel costs in check, and are versatile enough to be useful for a range of needs.</summary></entry><entry><title>College football Week 3: Finally, it's time for Kiffin's return to Mississippi for top-10 showdown</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/college-football-ap-j28472"/><id>urn:uuid:226a5359-f9d2-41df-b325-ff6f365a872d</id><updated>2026-09-16T06:10:39.527-04:00</updated><summary>The nearly 10-month wait for Lane Kiffin's return to Oxford is almost over.</summary></entry><entry><title>UK inflation rises to 5-month high, further pressuring Bank of England to raise rates this year</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/britain-inflation-interest-rates-bank-england-x28225"/><id>urn:uuid:f38eac17-b8c5-4164-877e-db008af6e2fb</id><updated>2026-09-16T06:10:27.139-04:00</updated><summary>Inflation in the United Kingdom has risen to a five-month high, an increase that will pressure the Bank of England to hike interest rates again over coming months.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hong Kong and Singapore golf events return to European tour for 2027</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/european-tour-2027-schedule-f54122"/><id>urn:uuid:066dc834-2e13-41e3-ae67-17dbe9a0b00d</id><updated>2026-09-16T06:07:29.191-04:00</updated><summary>The European tour's newfound collaboration with the Asian Tour will see events in Hong Kong and Singapore return to the schedule for 2027.</summary></entry><entry><title>Arizona State and Kansas choose different London travel plans for Wembley matchup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/kansas-jayhawks-arizona-state-sun-devils-london-r64533"/><id>urn:uuid:b4d8edc7-79c4-4660-b7fa-470127a002db</id><updated>2026-09-16T06:02:34.698-04:00</updated><summary>Arizona State coach Kenny Dillingham decided the Sun Devils should head to London immediately after their loss to Texas A&amp;M for Saturday's game against Kansas.</summary></entry><entry><title>No. 5 Miami is showing off its depth on offense after 2 blowout wins to open the season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/miami-hurricanes-ap-top-25-mensah-toney-t26841"/><id>urn:uuid:a281a2ab-463e-4a0a-bd9f-58669e3ba1fe</id><updated>2026-09-16T06:01:28.448-04:00</updated><summary>Miami's football team is off to a strong start, with quarterback Darian Mensah and wide receiver Malachi Toney making impressive plays.</summary></entry><entry><title>Charlie Kirk's family says security failures by Utah officials led to his assassination</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/charlie-kirk-assassination-family-wrongful-death-university-r21612"/><id>urn:uuid:d5bd9411-8cc8-40ec-91fd-358c3c1213b9</id><updated>2026-09-16T06:00:45.918-04:00</updated><summary>Charlie Kirk's family is blaming Utah officials for failing to prevent the conservative activist's assassination at a state university.</summary></entry><entry><title>NFL teams only need to look back a year to see how little a Week 1 loss might mean</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-week-one-rams-x70033"/><id>urn:uuid:45fdb1f3-4f7f-427b-b89c-82a804120231</id><updated>2026-09-16T06:00:42.577-04:00</updated><summary>It's only natural for Week 1 of the NFL season to fuel some overreactions.</summary></entry><entry><title>Aleksander Barkov is back and the Florida Panthers have a ton of motivation entering training camp</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/florida-panthers-barkov-media-day-y93258"/><id>urn:uuid:61c75908-933b-47c1-90f7-b71a0421e4a3</id><updated>2026-09-16T06:00:28.288-04:00</updated><summary>Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov has successfully returned from a serious knee injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bologna fires coach Domenico Tedesco after just 4 matches, hires Raffaele Palladino on deal to 2029</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/bologna-coach-tedesco-palladino-w64871"/><id>urn:uuid:669bb05c-e0a5-4e02-b460-a1a2db766079</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:28:32.977-04:00</updated><summary>Bologna has fired coach Domenico Tedesco after just four Serie A matches and replaced him with Raffaele Palladino.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump administration hits South Africa with new sanctions over alleged discrimination against whites</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/us-trump-rubio-south-africa-whites-visa-l41308"/><id>urn:uuid:cab1cc22-48ba-4c27-86f0-42dd574d19ae</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:20:44.370-04:00</updated><summary>The Trump administration has announced that it will impose travel bans on officials it claims are responsible for discrimination against whites and other minority groups in South Africa.</summary></entry><entry><title>There's one issue where Republicans and Democrats are unified before the midterms, a new poll finds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ai-environmental-impact-data-centers-trump-g22087"/><id>urn:uuid:c3d2298d-2e27-4701-8719-34d669302686</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:08:52.076-04:00</updated><summary>A new AP-NORC poll shows Americans are growing more concerned about the environmental impacts of AI.</summary></entry><entry><title>Formula 1 schedules 2027 season-opening race in Bahrain in March despite Middle East uncertainty</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/f1-2027-schedule-calendar-bahrain-f66743"/><id>urn:uuid:ce14b8f7-516a-4463-9c18-4cc24cc751a6</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:05:10.743-04:00</updated><summary>Formula 1 plans to open the 2027 season in Bahrain even as uncertainty remains over this year's races in the Middle East.</summary></entry><entry><title>Satellites show Earth lost more than 12 trillion tons of ice from Greenland, Antarctica in 47 years</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/climate-change-ice-sheet-antarctica-greenland-melting-r60099"/><id>urn:uuid:fc69e0d2-f99f-457c-a3e0-e5e02e214103</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:03:47.191-04:00</updated><summary>A major report has found that 12.5 trillion tons of ice from Greenland and Antarctica have melted since 1979.</summary></entry><entry><title>Newsday's top 50 Long Island boys volleyball players to begin the 2026 season</title><author><name>Matt Lindsay</name><email>matt.lindsay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/volleyball/top-50-boys-volleyball-players-o6913tb4"/><id>urn:uuid:f62fe603-0201-4506-abb3-8e9d4acd5113</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Newsday's annual list of the top 50 Long Island high school boys volleyball players to start the 2026 season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Remember the Titans? Holy Trinity football transfers making an impact elsewhere</title><author><name>Jared Valluzzi</name><email>jared.valluzzi@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/holy-trinity-transfers-qypizqf4"/><id>urn:uuid:4dc1bcc0-1b21-4783-af12-77f0315642d2</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>These six players have all delivered immediately for their new teams</summary></entry><entry><title>Huntington Town hears debate on $85M Cornerstone Melville proposal</title><author><name>Deborah S. Morris</name><email>deborah.morris@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/huntington-town-board-cornerstone-melville-lrq37iwy"/><id>urn:uuid:05f9a209-0746-4753-b301-08f8bba6bba7</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The town is considering a second proposal under the Melville Town Center Overlay District.</summary></entry><entry><title>7 key Long Island industries rely heavily on immigrant workers. Here's how deportations are disrupting them.</title><author><name>James T. Madore and Payton Guion</name><email>payton.guion@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/immigration-enforcement-economy-jobs-ice-gdp-bjtldpux"/><id>urn:uuid:cd1d9685-337f-4450-9b94-b67a233b3ac7</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>They cook, build, care for seniors and run businesses. What happens when these workers disappear?</summary></entry><entry><title>Former Port Jefferson football players embrace new home at Rocky Point</title><author><name>Jared Valluzzi</name><email>jared.valluzzi@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/sam-fabian-rocky-point-port-jefferson-football-o6mqmhdl"/><id>urn:uuid:a12e4dec-cd0b-4974-8dd2-d25d249998db</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Port Jefferson players will suit up alongside their new teammates on Saturday in a road game against Eastport-South Manor.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island student named winner in 3M Young Scientist Challenge</title><author><name>Michael R. Ebert</name><email>michael.ebert@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/new-principal-shoreham-glen-cove-dix-hills-hzon18ma"/><id>urn:uuid:94908911-c077-40e7-9347-b6eff50367ff</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>New Hyde Park student recognized for a project that helps pedestrians cross the street.</summary></entry><entry><title>Huntington meeting a show of support for Cinema Arts Centre's fired co-director</title><author><name>Rafer Guzm&amp;aacute;n</name><email>rafer.guzman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/movies/cinema-arts-centre-dylan-skolnick-ekqywpd3"/><id>urn:uuid:9acaa803-d0c4-473b-987f-9b287f66e04a</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Attendees were encouraged to write letters to the Cinema Arts Centre's board seeking Dylan Skolnick's reinstatement.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Neagley' review: Prime's 'Reacher' spinoff packs plenty of its own punch</title><author><name>Dominic Baez</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/tv/neagley-review-qnwbk1c8"/><id>urn:uuid:4443f992-b599-40d2-8c6c-c1a5ab452c15</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>We live in a world of spinoffs — just thinking of all the versions of</summary></entry><entry><title>Islanders gear up for 2nd season of 'On the Island' docuseries about the team</title><author><name>Anthony Rieber</name><email>anthony.rieber@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/islanders/on-the-island-season-2-niifh5x7"/><id>urn:uuid:154ef669-1a05-4de3-a3d3-71b8e6936f4b</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>9 million people engaged with first season of the YouTube show.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cohen Children's Medical Center again ranked best pediatric hospital in the state</title><author><name>Brianne Ledda</name><email>brianne.ledda@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/cohen-childrens-medical-center-us-news-world-report-rankings-kvt54msc"/><id>urn:uuid:3b38930d-25ca-4bad-b96e-1e5532659fcc</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Northwell Health's Cohen Children's Medical Center in New Hyde Park ranked among the top 50 nationally in 10 pediatric subspecialties, U.S. News &amp; World Report said.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Marin opens in Northport</title><author><name>Erica Marcus</name><email>erica.marcus@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/the-marin-northport-whales-tale-fh5tpm5e"/><id>urn:uuid:9b6e33c0-0dda-48a6-b066-c4c9eca048ad</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The year-round dining destination replaces a seasonal bar.</summary></entry><entry><title>Original Sears mail-order house on market for $1.125M in Center Moriches</title><author><name>Rachel Weiss</name><email>rachel.weiss@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/real-estate/sears-house-for-sale-h8g8527x"/><id>urn:uuid:1a4b0052-f0a1-484e-bf41-fe59fcb44d92</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Between 1908 and 1940, Sears, Roebuck and Co. sold these kit homes that now have a cult following.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hempstead Town weighing plans for condo-hotel at former TGI Fridays</title><author><name>Ted Phillips</name><email>ted.phillips@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/beechwood-hempstead-zoning-fridays-b7y2xkbp"/><id>urn:uuid:0fdbaf19-7fee-467f-8078-ede489ee50d0</id><updated>2026-09-16T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The approval process could take two years, an attorney for the developer has said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Building damaged by strikes collapses in Gaza, killing 21 as perilous living conditions persist</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/gaza-israel-hamas-ceasefire-shifa-p95867"/><id>urn:uuid:ca8a8c08-f5f9-47f9-91e6-f0495e71d37e</id><updated>2026-09-16T04:58:16.553-04:00</updated><summary>A building damaged by Israeli strikes collapsed suddenly in Gaza City, killing at least 21 people in their sleep, including 11 children.</summary></entry><entry><title>Collision between Pakistani and Indian naval vessels sparks tensions</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/india-pakistan-navy-i31707"/><id>urn:uuid:9f9ca37a-4f0a-4a71-8ec6-00dd54af4fa0</id><updated>2026-09-16T04:55:12.553-04:00</updated><summary>A collision between Pakistani and Indian naval vessels in the northern Arabian Sea has sparked diplomatic tensions.</summary></entry><entry><title>EU plans new firefighting fleet after deadly summer heat wave</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/european-union-heat-wave-climate-change-wildfires-k40088"/><id>urn:uuid:1cd77fc4-5e15-4c2a-b921-e56de96fde48</id><updated>2026-09-16T04:51:56.793-04:00</updated><summary>European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen says a scorching summer has shown the EU needs new tools to tackle climate change.</summary></entry><entry><title>Saudis seek allies' help as missile defenses run low in fight with Houthis, officials say</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/yemen-saudi-houthis-shipping-oil-war-mecca-i38969"/><id>urn:uuid:9c18c09e-cfe5-4c24-86f6-ba2696c40edf</id><updated>2026-09-16T04:43:22.035-04:00</updated><summary>Saudi Arabia is running low on missile interceptors and has turned to regional and Western allies for assistance as its standoff with Houthi rebels in Yemen drags on.</summary></entry><entry><title>Centenarians living in Japan exceed 100,000 for the first time</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/japan-aging-centenarians-population-decline-health-b77338"/><id>urn:uuid:da371551-cb11-40a1-8266-1e1f2112f477</id><updated>2026-09-16T04:33:31.027-04:00</updated><summary>The number of people aged 100 or older in Japan has surpassed a record 100,000 this year.</summary></entry><entry><title>EU chief proposes bloc-wide social media ban for kids under 13</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/europe-leyen-social-media-ban-kids-u82613"/><id>urn:uuid:983481ed-d2a8-4432-88b8-f72e193570d3</id><updated>2026-09-16T04:29:10.868-04:00</updated><summary>European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed banning children under 13 from accessing social media, online games and chatbots.</summary></entry><entry><title>EU chief von der Leyen calls for EU security mechanism to respond to drone incidents and sabotage</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nato-drones-europe-eu-security-leyen-russia-r52126"/><id>urn:uuid:961d0b29-c67f-49d6-bea4-d661cae9aa42</id><updated>2026-09-16T04:07:12.410-04:00</updated><summary>The European Union needs a NATO-like mechanism to better respond to drone incidents, acts of sabotage and cyberattacks across Europe, many of them blamed on Russia, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Wednesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>EU chief Ursula von der Leyen says she wants Canada to become the bloc's 1st associate member</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/europe-canada-carney-associate-member-w08430"/><id>urn:uuid:056bcadf-6924-4b9e-990e-74f515e5016c</id><updated>2026-09-16T03:59:44.837-04:00</updated><summary>European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed opening a path for Canada to become the EU's first associate member.</summary></entry><entry><title>The future of Germany's leader is uncertain as his party faces 2 difficult regional elections</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/germany-merz-elections-united-nations-trip-afd-v99495"/><id>urn:uuid:c2fee1f8-cc24-42b7-8a43-128c56389599</id><updated>2026-09-16T03:41:42.503-04:00</updated><summary>Two German regional elections this weekend are expected to bring more gains for a far-right party and could determine whether Chancellor Friedrich Merz can hold on to power and push ahead with economic reforms.</summary></entry><entry><title>Philippine lawmaker pleads not guilty to taking kickbacks in flood control projects</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/philippines-martin-romualdez-plunder-flood-control-l38620"/><id>urn:uuid:6c0c9148-0dd5-4019-bba7-d422f5877026</id><updated>2026-09-16T03:40:19.075-04:00</updated><summary>A Philippine lawmaker and former speaker of the House of Representatives is denying allegations he pocketed millions of dollars in kickbacks from flood control projects.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hong Kong unveils its first 5-year plan that broadens the city's identity beyond finance</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/hong-kong-five-year-plan-policy-address-w65859"/><id>urn:uuid:f07ecde0-324f-43b9-9d25-126b535e7f73</id><updated>2026-09-16T03:07:14.133-04:00</updated><summary>Hong Kong's leader has unveiled a five-year plan to broaden the city's identity beyond finance.</summary></entry><entry><title>Building collapse in Gaza kills at least 21 people, and other Mideast developments</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/yemen-gaza-houthi-saudi-warplanes-september-16-2026-t10871"/><id>urn:uuid:38f9f35d-10cf-4334-822d-64facd2cd901</id><updated>2026-09-16T03:04:59.722-04:00</updated><summary>A building housing displaced Palestinian families has collapsed in Gaza City and killed at least 21 people including 11 children.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former Muslim rebels lead results in first election held in southern Philippine region</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/philippines-bangsamoro-mindanao-election-muslim-l26708"/><id>urn:uuid:d472ce7a-193c-4c6d-8221-ba9e4721e1b2</id><updated>2026-09-16T03:03:22.677-04:00</updated><summary>Candidates from two rival parties linked to a former rebel group have led the first elections in a predominantly Muslim region in the southern Philippines.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lyme disease, hiking guides, women's success, NUMC, football concussion</title><author><name>Newsday Readers</name><email>letters@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/letters/lyme-disease-handicapped-access-women-numc-football-concussion-u6p7gdyo"/><id>urn:uuid:4acfd4b0-ba49-4549-9811-857377ae2802</id><updated>2026-09-16T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Reader letters to Newsday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island theaters: Renovations breathe new life into arts</title><author><name>Barbara Schuler</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/theater/theater-resurgence-k07xtwz6"/><id>urn:uuid:9fd10158-f734-478f-9f9a-9bd90e98b713</id><updated>2026-09-16T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Theaters across Long Island are revitalizing old buildings into modern performance spaces.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nassau needs effective action on massage parlors</title><author><name>The Editorial Board</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/editorials/massage-parlors-sex-shops-wk9tiqcm"/><id>urn:uuid:d86c501a-23d2-4f4c-8419-4389cb613794</id><updated>2026-09-16T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>An idea to protect our communities is sputtering in Nassau, apparently because of politics.</summary></entry><entry><title>Doris Miller, a Navy hero, may be marginalized again</title><author><name>Thomas Maier</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/guest-essays/uss-doris-miller-navy-history-mk6jl4wl"/><id>urn:uuid:30dcc452-33ac-4195-99f7-84f02cd2da08</id><updated>2026-09-16T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Naming the USS Doris Miller was meant to be the ultimate institutional apology.</summary></entry><entry><title>Esteury Ruiz hits 3-run double in 11th to lift Marlins to 4-2 win, damaging D-backs' playoff hopes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/marlins-diamondbacks-score-f92251"/><id>urn:uuid:d8dcc0c6-dc02-4a3e-80ad-c0e9504fd992</id><updated>2026-09-16T01:35:05.783-04:00</updated><summary>Esteury Ruiz hit a three-run double in the 11th inning, lifting the Miami Marlins over the Arizona Diamondbacks for a 4-2 win.</summary></entry><entry><title>Egypt's wind power push, tied to manufacturing, offers lessons for Nigeria and Africa</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/renewable-energy-wind-egypt-nigeria-katsina-china-g87636"/><id>urn:uuid:005d5308-7b5e-40c0-b325-a20ad58d2f7b</id><updated>2026-09-16T01:16:57.382-04:00</updated><summary>Egypt is pairing a planned 2,000-megawatt wind project with its first turbine manufacturing plant, seeking to turn renewable energy into an industrial opportunity.</summary></entry><entry><title>A Hague court convicts Kosovo's former President Thaci of war crimes and sentences him to 25 years</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/thaci-kosovo-serbia-war-crimes-j88558"/><id>urn:uuid:1edbdb51-a63f-4f34-bd21-06eed4b7861b</id><updated>2026-09-16T01:16:22.260-04:00</updated><summary>A European Union-backed court has convicted former Kosovo President Hashim Thaci of four counts of war crimes during Kosovo's war for independence from Serbia.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte appears in court in The Hague</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/duterte-court-icc-philippines-drugs-n00907"/><id>urn:uuid:cd7846d9-7d2e-454e-ad7f-88c5f685ce08</id><updated>2026-09-16T01:12:43.952-04:00</updated><summary>Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has attended a hearing at the International Criminal Court, where he faces charges of crimes against humanity, including murder and attempted murder, related to his so-called war on drugs while in office.</summary></entry><entry><title>Why Yemen's Houthis have only grown stronger through years of war</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-us-war-yemen-houthis-military-capabilities-b32791"/><id>urn:uuid:029135a8-c3db-4359-8945-7605fc704e09</id><updated>2026-09-16T01:09:46.721-04:00</updated><summary>The Iran-backed Houthi rebels, who are now advancing on a key maritime checkpoint and striking Saudi oil facilities, have been at war for years.</summary></entry><entry><title>US stocks slip after the Fed hikes interest rates and hints more increases may be on the way</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/stocks-markets-fed-rate-decision-oil-g34994"/><id>urn:uuid:0b1f3451-9c2b-43ac-881b-fd116b01a246</id><updated>2026-09-16T00:57:00.162-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. stocks slipped after the Federal Reserve hiked its main interest rate for the first time in three years and suggested more increases may be ahead as it tries to get the nation's high inflation under control.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ryan Johnson and Josh Lowe deliver for Angels in 2-1 win that clinches losing season for Mariners</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mariners-angels-score-b08744"/><id>urn:uuid:2c55e0f7-b095-45a2-8b74-ce06602546ed</id><updated>2026-09-16T00:35:06.756-04:00</updated><summary>Ryan Johnson pitched six strong innings, Josh Lowe hit a tiebreaking home run and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Seattle Mariners 2-1.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Milwaukee Brewers and their brand of selfless baseball are NL Central champions again</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/brewers-clinch-nl-central-e99032"/><id>urn:uuid:b24a0037-7e03-416c-8907-7349fb45ca3d</id><updated>2026-09-16T00:24:40.645-04:00</updated><summary>The Milwaukee Brewers have clinched their fourth straight NL Central title.</summary></entry><entry><title>AI rivals found rare agreement on safety. Putting it into practice is harder</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/ai-slowdown-challenges-anthropic-openai-trump-q47495"/><id>urn:uuid:c64634c7-232d-4fff-8ae0-53289d0a48fd</id><updated>2026-09-16T00:18:15.206-04:00</updated><summary>Leading voices in AI, including Anthropic's Dario Amodei and OpenAI's Sam Altman, agree that AI development needs to slow down.</summary></entry><entry><title>In wartime Russia, veterans who fought in Ukraine are running for parliament</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-election-war-veterans-ukraine-parliament-c48085"/><id>urn:uuid:62c7a1fc-4fc8-4997-ad4b-2d8cb09ed1e8</id><updated>2026-09-16T00:18:04.446-04:00</updated><summary>Nearly 200 men who took part in the war in Ukraine are among the candidates for this week's parliamentary election in Russia.</summary></entry><entry><title>Staffing problems stall federal investigations of missing and killed Native people</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mmip-missing-murdered-indigenous-federal-government-n25631"/><id>urn:uuid:bbd39ff8-805c-4f5d-a83f-20e4a40350cc</id><updated>2026-09-16T00:16:34.935-04:00</updated><summary>An audit report of the Bureau of Indian Affairs' Missing and Murdered Unit released this month reveals staffing challenges, a backlog of hundreds of case referrals and families left without required victims' services.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texas puts to death a man in killing of 3 during home robbery, the state's fifth execution this year</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/texas-norman-georgia-humphreys-execution-l78414"/><id>urn:uuid:283bb9b0-37ba-4937-b6e5-8b2c916357d6</id><updated>2026-09-16T00:14:26.019-04:00</updated><summary>A man has been put to death for the 2005 fatal shooting of three people during an attempted robbery at his neighbor's home in rural Texas, the state's fifth execution this year.</summary></entry><entry><title>A childhood rite moves indoors as kindergartners learn to ride bikes in school gyms</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/learning-how-ride-bicycles-bikes-schools-kindergarten-h94596"/><id>urn:uuid:457db389-8e9b-4c5b-867c-d8592205871c</id><updated>2026-09-16T00:14:10.490-04:00</updated><summary>Learning to ride a bike, a classic childhood milestone, is now happening in school gyms and playgrounds.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump and Whatley double down on the administration's record in North Carolina Senate contest</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/trump-michael-whatley-senate-campaign-rally-midterms-v64607"/><id>urn:uuid:a909ba27-8213-4515-830d-d9329c17f8f2</id><updated>2026-09-16T00:12:23.870-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump has tested his midterm campaign appeal in North Carolina as he tries to help his handpicked Republican Senate hopeful and former national party chairman.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lennon: Former Met Pete Alonso's curtain call at Citi Field after hitting tying HR for Orioles was a bit much</title><author><name>David Lennon</name><email>dave.lennon@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/david-lennon/mets-orioles-pete-alonso-tqhtuwmn"/><id>urn:uuid:920836b9-ff70-4b78-8a3f-5c48837a2575</id><updated>2026-09-16T00:06:32.009-04:00</updated><summary>The former Met hit a tying homer off Kodai Senga in the top of the ninth in what was just the latest chapter in a surreal series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yankees' Max Fried gets first win since April, Cody Bellinger and Spencer Jones homer in win over Twins</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/yankees-twins-xdj51avf"/><id>urn:uuid:d921a91b-1002-4f59-8b5f-4a9f20d32e53</id><updated>2026-09-16T00:05:23.353-04:00</updated><summary>Fried has a 1.83 ERA with 50 strikeouts over 44 1⁄3 innings in nine starts after the All-Star break.</summary></entry><entry><title>US-Canada trade war further taxes small businesses as costs rise during the Iran war</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/us-canada-trade-war-small-business-v80345"/><id>urn:uuid:35070c6c-227d-4e9d-bf7e-4a5fb248bd0e</id><updated>2026-09-16T00:02:31.975-04:00</updated><summary>Small business owners in the United States and Canada say a trade war between their countries is hurting sales while they are also dealing with rising expenses from higher fuel costs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Federal Reserve hikes key rate for 1st time in 3 years, defying Trump demands for a cut</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/federal-reserve-warsh-trump-inflation-p92493"/><id>urn:uuid:a17f7ce7-78ec-41e0-a153-7c4baa524713</id><updated>2026-09-16T00:01:50.859-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump is blasting Federal Reserve governors after the board raised its benchmark interest rate Wednesday for the first time since 2023 in an effort to quell stubbornly high inflation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ducks sign Cutter Gauthier to a 6-year, $81 million contract on the eve of training camp</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/ducks-cutter-gauthier-contract-m11792"/><id>urn:uuid:7f6cf355-d725-4c53-a566-0bd3560d5cbe</id><updated>2026-09-15T23:39:01.539-04:00</updated><summary>The Anaheim Ducks have signed forward Cutter Gauthier to a six-year, $81 million contract on the eve of players reporting to training camp.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cole Carrigg goes 4 for 5 and the Rockies defeat the Padres 9-3 to end their 8-game losing streak</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/padres-rockies-score-u03169"/><id>urn:uuid:10bb97a2-e948-4a9f-b90e-99008d6302b8</id><updated>2026-09-15T23:35:35.152-04:00</updated><summary>Cole Carrigg homered twice on a 4-for-5 night, Troy Johnston had three hits and two RBIs, and the Colorado Rockies defeated the San Diego Padres 9-3 to end an eight-game losing streak.</summary></entry><entry><title>South Korean court orders North Korea to pay $32.5 million for blowing up joint liaison office</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-korea-north-korea-liaison-office-lawsuit-o65102"/><id>urn:uuid:975ed5bf-88c8-4c90-b9dd-acdeb59d7318</id><updated>2026-09-15T23:19:24.649-04:00</updated><summary>A South Korean court has ruled that North Korea should pay the South 44.6 billion won, or about $32.5 million, for blowing up a joint liaison office between the countries in 2020.</summary></entry><entry><title>Judge halts Georgia execution to allow hearing for condemned man under new survivor justice law</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/georgia-execution-humphreys-williams-brown-e84301"/><id>urn:uuid:ddccdbdb-9b95-4ae5-82cb-cde42fd54d91</id><updated>2026-09-15T23:05:15.439-04:00</updated><summary>A Georgia judge has halted an execution scheduled for Wednesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Acuña, Albies, Baldwin hit late 2-run homers that lift Braves over Cubs 6-3</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cubs-braves-score-m48887"/><id>urn:uuid:b89860f1-5529-481c-8fe7-7c63dfc9a69b</id><updated>2026-09-15T23:00:55.656-04:00</updated><summary>Ronald Acuña Jr., Ozzie Albies and Drake Baldwin hit late-inning, two-run homers, and the Atlanta Braves rallied to beat the Chicago Cubs 6-3.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bryce Eldridge drives in 3 runs as the Giants cruise to a 10-3 win over Cardinals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/giants-cardinals-score-s24999"/><id>urn:uuid:0cfb3dde-47e4-46a3-8a76-3fac65ce74dc</id><updated>2026-09-15T22:53:34.913-04:00</updated><summary>Bryce Eldridge hit a two-run homer and drove in three runs, lifting the San Franciso Giants to a 10-3 victory Tuesday over the St. Louis Cardinals.</summary></entry><entry><title>Driver arrested in a bus collision that happened before a deadly news helicopter crash in LA</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/helicopter-crash-los-angeles-x02742"/><id>urn:uuid:567c7e83-800a-481c-9b54-d4cb40015ab7</id><updated>2026-09-15T22:50:14.054-04:00</updated><summary>A motorist has been arrested on murder charges after authorities say she slammed her SUV into a city bus in Los Angeles.</summary></entry><entry><title>Japan records a trade deficit for 4th month as oil imports soar</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/japan-trade-trump-inflation-exports-imports-j90139"/><id>urn:uuid:ecf82576-3a04-43f7-a81f-3966e9fb44c5</id><updated>2026-09-15T22:50:10.872-04:00</updated><summary>Japan's trade deficit totaled $7 billion last month, as surging oil prices sent the cost of imports soaring.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jeremy Peña hits 2 early homers, Yordan Alvarez hits 39th as Astros beat Royals 4-2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/royals-astros-score-w38257"/><id>urn:uuid:0b20ba66-d24f-4dc2-92d0-432b92083ad2</id><updated>2026-09-15T22:45:38.629-04:00</updated><summary>Jeremy Peña homered in his first two at-bats and Yordan Alvarez slugged his 39th home run to lead the Houston Astros to a 4-2 win over the Kansas City Royals.</summary></entry><entry><title>House votes for a third time to end the Iran war as conflict drags on</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-war-powers-resolution-w68936"/><id>urn:uuid:9e7ecacf-0648-451c-9f29-12cd724ecc9a</id><updated>2026-09-15T22:40:43.056-04:00</updated><summary>For a third time, the U.S. House has voted to end the war in Iran.</summary></entry><entry><title>Spencer Torkelson hits 3-run homer as Tigers thump Blue Jays 10-1 to win 6th straight</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/tigers-blue-jays-score-torkelson-e17796"/><id>urn:uuid:a59575c7-4d83-4d02-8569-6bcfc80f06ca</id><updated>2026-09-15T22:23:37.757-04:00</updated><summary>Spencer Torkelson hit a three-run homer, Drew Anderson pitched five shutout innings and the Detroit Tigers won their sixth straight game by thumping the Toronto Blue Jays 10-1.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ducks defeat Hagerstown Flying Boxcars in Game 1 of North Division championship series</title><author><name>Michael Sicoli</name><email>michael.sicoli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/local/ducks/ducks-baseball-b5ttu5lu"/><id>urn:uuid:5b495653-1565-4154-afe5-577742f459f6</id><updated>2026-09-15T22:05:11.357-04:00</updated><summary>Hagerstown made three errors and the Ducks made one. That made all the difference.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rocchio delivers 2-run double in 9th, Guardians rally to stun White Sox 7-6 and tighten AL Central</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/white-sox-guardians-score-c10851"/><id>urn:uuid:16e72797-5904-4bfa-9cb7-498e12b83afc</id><updated>2026-09-15T22:02:59.717-04:00</updated><summary>Brayan Rocchio hit a two-run double with two outs in the ninth inning to give the Cleveland Guardians a comeback 7-6 win over the Chicago White Sox that tightened the AL Central race.</summary></entry><entry><title>Islip Town Board bans large-scale battery energy storage facilities</title><author><name>Sam Kmack</name><email>sam.kmack@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/islip-town-board-ban-large-scale-battery-energy-storage-facilities-cwaiszq2"/><id>urn:uuid:e90c8c8c-2e33-4d5d-a10a-692bc88ff81f</id><updated>2026-09-15T21:51:13.545-04:00</updated><summary>The ban prohibits any new battery storage facility with a capacity of more than 600 kilowatts per hour from functioning in Islip Town.</summary></entry><entry><title>Misiorowski tosses 5 shutout innings, Brewers top Pirates 5-1 to win 4th straight NL Central title</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/brewers-pirates-score-l41804"/><id>urn:uuid:5ee30c1a-5ef7-4966-953d-25e7ab98346a</id><updated>2026-09-15T21:41:53.927-04:00</updated><summary>Jacob Misiorowski struck out seven in five shutout innings and the Milwaukee Brewers won their their fourth straight National League Central title with a 5-1 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.</summary></entry><entry><title>Junior Caminero's 2nd walk-off homer in 4 games gives the Rays a 2-1 win over the Athletics</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/athletics-rays-score-m79606"/><id>urn:uuid:4c0e6a85-69d8-4c19-8025-019641f9a42d</id><updated>2026-09-15T21:41:40.045-04:00</updated><summary>Junior Caminero hit his second game-ending homer in four games, an opposite-field liner leading off the ninth inning that gave the Tampa Bay Rays a 2-1 victory over the Athletics.</summary></entry><entry><title>David Lennon: Mets' Francisco Lindor could end uncharacteristic season with big blast</title><author><name>David Lennon</name><email>dave.lennon@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/david-lennon/mets-francisco-lindor-kof4fqhw"/><id>urn:uuid:b9e9a67f-db05-4cfa-ba9a-9b94c0a1e5dc</id><updated>2026-09-15T21:39:04.378-04:00</updated><summary>The shortstop has missed time and played poorly in the field at times, but is on the verge of his 300th career home run.</summary></entry><entry><title>High school roundup: Boys and girls soccer, boys and girls volleyball and field hockey</title><author><name>Newsday Staff</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/high-school-roundup-caa3biqm"/><id>urn:uuid:f3484500-80f2-41a2-a674-6174996bae59</id><updated>2026-09-15T21:37:42.411-04:00</updated><summary>A recap of Long Island high school sporting events from Monday and Tuesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>PETA says it plans meeting with fashion executive who restrained protesters at NY Fashion Week</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/fashion-week-protesters-restrained-peta-meeting-o00250"/><id>urn:uuid:ccd83b02-ec6b-4d67-bf4e-8bcb7beec084</id><updated>2026-09-15T21:33:53.395-04:00</updated><summary>A prominent animal rights group says it plans to meet with a top fashion trade executive who was filmed restraining two protesters at a New York runway show.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yamamoto dominant as Dodgers beat Reds 4-0, edge closer to NL West title</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-reds-baseball-score-k33138"/><id>urn:uuid:3d3851dc-6083-4a5f-b629-c2d663d0d89e</id><updated>2026-09-15T21:31:23.304-04:00</updated><summary>Yoshinobu Yamamoto allowed one hit through seven innings as the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Cincinnati Reds 4-0 Tuesday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Daylen Lile's pinch 3-run homer lifts the Nationals to a 6-3 victory over the Phillies</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/phillies-nationals-score-x38089"/><id>urn:uuid:b3b17208-e2b1-4f9e-968a-2c8c7f86a151</id><updated>2026-09-15T21:28:31.998-04:00</updated><summary>Pinch-hitter Daylen Lile hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the seventh inning, and the Washington Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-3.</summary></entry><entry><title>Red Sox reliever Justin Slaten is likely done for the season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/red-sox-slaten-crochet-j73719"/><id>urn:uuid:a408daea-3c24-4dd9-9037-1cc905b19d0c</id><updated>2026-09-15T21:11:14.701-04:00</updated><summary>Boston Red Sox reliever Justin Slaten likely will miss the rest of the season after being on the injured list the past month because of right elbow inflammation.</summary></entry><entry><title>The FBI thwarted a Russian plot to kill a prominent dissident in Washington, authorities say</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-targeted-murder-plots-m88202"/><id>urn:uuid:5e910aa7-258e-4d75-b214-23db5ce13b0a</id><updated>2026-09-15T20:58:21.044-04:00</updated><summary>Federal authorities say the intelligence services of the Russian Federation are seeking to kill people in the U.S. and European countries supporting Ukraine.</summary></entry><entry><title>Blakeman releases $4.6 billion spending plan proposal for next year, with no property tax hikes</title><author><name>Candice Ferrette</name><email>candice.ferrette@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/blakeman-nassau-budget-l58s1f4t"/><id>urn:uuid:a68cd099-7c72-41dd-9a86-8f949a2bd5ef</id><updated>2026-09-15T20:43:52.186-04:00</updated><summary>This is Blakeman's first budget in his second term in office.</summary></entry><entry><title>U.S. Open men's final watched by record 3.2 million and key late-night match draws nearly 1 million</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/us-open-tv-ratings-i08320"/><id>urn:uuid:dea9a6b8-f306-4cad-a6bb-ed53c71723e0</id><updated>2026-09-15T20:39:57.765-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. Open men's final between champion Alexander Zverev and American Ben Shelton averaged 3.2 million viewers on ABC.</summary></entry><entry><title>Northport field hockey shuts out Ward Melville in battle of Suffolk powerhouses</title><author><name>Tess Ferguson</name><email>tess.ferguson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/field-hockey/northport-ward-melville-field-hockey-bkmow1kv"/><id>urn:uuid:23be1d66-c44d-4e03-a5b1-3a5d0825c1a7</id><updated>2026-09-15T20:33:32.306-04:00</updated><summary>Katie Beisler, Julianna Tietjen and Megan Heffernan scored for the Tigers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Islanders fans are optimistic for a playoff berth this coming season</title><author><name>Andrew Gross</name><email>andrew.gross@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/islanders/islanders-s2yeh32r"/><id>urn:uuid:21fccb50-4853-4f71-9163-4312d7fe8941</id><updated>2026-09-15T20:29:22.883-04:00</updated><summary>They cite dazzling young standout Matthew Schaefer and the possibility of other young players stepping up.</summary></entry><entry><title>House panel recommends contempt charge for billionaire Leon Black in Epstein probe</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/jeffrey-epstein-files-leon-black-e38292"/><id>urn:uuid:03a5fd10-9bfc-4c42-a48c-9120258db7b1</id><updated>2026-09-15T20:09:53.847-04:00</updated><summary>The House Oversight Committee has voted to recommend holding billionaire Leon Black in contempt of Congress in the investigation of Jeffrey Epstein.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fluminense into Copa Libertadores semifinals despite 2-1 loss at Platense</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/fluminense-platense-libertadores-cup-f14406"/><id>urn:uuid:325dcabf-38fd-4715-929b-9e5f997ed081</id><updated>2026-09-15T20:08:17.775-04:00</updated><summary>Fluminense has secured a spot in the Copa Libertadores semifinals despite a 2–1 loss to Argentina's Platense.</summary></entry><entry><title>Evan Barnes: Giants need to continue to get physical, but be smart about it</title><author><name>Evan Barnes</name><email>evan.barnes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/evan-barnes/giants-toughness-x33mg2br"/><id>urn:uuid:522afbeb-1c1d-44ec-a818-4fd15d085e7b</id><updated>2026-09-15T20:00:35.705-04:00</updated><summary>The identity for this team is clear - hard, punishing play. But that comes with a price sometimes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Erik Boland: Why Aaron Judge, Yankees were right to have clubhouse celebration after clinching playoff berth</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/erik-boland/yankees-pk95gtvw"/><id>urn:uuid:ba4e1d6c-e821-423f-9fac-d80d096336e7</id><updated>2026-09-15T19:56:49.233-04:00</updated><summary>Should the Yankees, winners of 27 World Series titles but none since 2009, celebrated so fervently? The debate is a silly one.</summary></entry><entry><title>Floral Park pediatrician's office evacuated after mercury spill</title><author><name>Nicholas Spangler</name><email>nicholas.spangler@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/floral-park-pediatrician-mercury-spill-hazmat-y5kex0f0"/><id>urn:uuid:db69005b-7357-470d-940b-45b0a7e10087</id><updated>2026-09-15T19:56:44.833-04:00</updated><summary>The spill occurred after an employee of the office at 271 Jericho Turnpike dropped a blood pressure machine down the stairs and it broke open.</summary></entry><entry><title>Judge refers Philadelphia district attorney to federal prosecutors for investigation</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/philadelphia-district-attorney-larry-krasner-q20556"/><id>urn:uuid:f9284698-9387-49ac-bc02-df7c227b9eee</id><updated>2026-09-15T19:36:22.623-04:00</updated><summary>A federal judge has referred Philadelphia's district attorney to the U.S. Department of Justice for investigation into whether he broke the law while overseeing a post-conviction case.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump administration plans to send powerful bombs to Israel in $2.8 billion weapons sale</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-israel-weapons-sales-gaza-b20976"/><id>urn:uuid:2cdb4b23-eead-474a-ae64-6dd322455310</id><updated>2026-09-15T19:35:09.894-04:00</updated><summary>The Trump administration is planning to deliver powerful 2,000-pound bombs to Israel as part of an upcoming arms deal.</summary></entry><entry><title>Discount grocer Lidl closing its only store in the Hamptons</title><author><name>Tory N. Parrish</name><email>tory.parrish@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/lidl-best-market-westhampton-beach-grocery-store-h0nhu70n"/><id>urn:uuid:cf8bb42d-a482-4ad6-b5c8-2213dd5f9dc3</id><updated>2026-09-15T19:24:33.958-04:00</updated><summary>Lidl entered the Long Island market in 2019, when the German retailer's U.S. arm finalized its purchase of 27 Best Market stores, including all 24 on the Island.</summary></entry><entry><title>Braves right-hander Reynaldo López goes on injured list with shoulder inflammation</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/reynaldo-lopez-braves-shoulder-injury-a44693"/><id>urn:uuid:e11c6567-cf5d-4f84-9c06-eb6d2fdd9734</id><updated>2026-09-15T19:18:16.060-04:00</updated><summary>Atlanta Braves right-hander Reynaldo López has been placed on the 15-day injured list because of right shoulder inflammation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Emmy Awards ratings down nearly 10% from last year</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/emmy-awards-viewership-ratings-f88512"/><id>urn:uuid:5178a54c-5501-47e5-b029-d6b2e70f204a</id><updated>2026-09-15T19:17:04.095-04:00</updated><summary>Ratings for the Emmy Awards have dropped nearly 10% from last year.</summary></entry><entry><title>Photographer Chick Harrity, who documented history for AP from Vietnam to the White House, has died</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/chick-harrity-ap-photographer-vietnam-war-n35948"/><id>urn:uuid:a3c499f3-8fdd-4c4c-b483-fc6a8da38c90</id><updated>2026-09-15T19:13:26.031-04:00</updated><summary>Photographer Chick Harrity, who documented the Vietnam War and eight sitting U.S. presidents for The Associated Press and U.S. News and World Report, has died.</summary></entry><entry><title>Federal charges announced in Texas are part of broader Trump focus on noncitizen voting</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/voting-noncitizens-texas-trump-midterms-v04873"/><id>urn:uuid:bbc740ad-4bd7-4cc5-b553-86d66e7ed405</id><updated>2026-09-15T19:02:42.055-04:00</updated><summary>Seven noncitizens in Texas have been charged with illegally voting in federal elections or falsely claiming U.S. citizenship, according to the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas.</summary></entry><entry><title>Latin America accounted for 85% of environmental defender killings in 2025, report says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/environmental-defenders-killings-global-witness-colombia-brazil-x90328"/><id>urn:uuid:086e9b5f-bb80-4fbe-8a5e-3dd0ffe6adbc</id><updated>2026-09-15T19:01:29.725-04:00</updated><summary>At least 124 land and environmental defenders were killed worldwide in 2025, with Latin America accounting for 85% of the deaths.</summary></entry><entry><title>Browns place running back Dylan Sampson on injured reserve</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/dylan-sampson-cleveland-browns-w06775"/><id>urn:uuid:d05b050b-e5fe-4030-ad3f-bcf47e62ef2a</id><updated>2026-09-15T18:53:07.092-04:00</updated><summary>Dylan Sampson was placed on injured reserve by the Cleveland Browns.</summary></entry><entry><title>Britain's Jack Draper aims for return in 2027 after injury-hit season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/jack-draper-injury-arm-e19058"/><id>urn:uuid:e6a76f91-2518-4e40-bb37-310e361965ab</id><updated>2026-09-15T18:47:02.042-04:00</updated><summary>Jack Draper will remain sidelined until the 2027 season as he recovers from an arm injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ole Miss players aren't making much — at least publicly — of Lane Kiffin's return with LSU</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/lane-kiffin-lsu-ole-miss-return-o88621"/><id>urn:uuid:40b19ba2-366b-41d5-93a3-73836ed2b66a</id><updated>2026-09-15T18:43:37.805-04:00</updated><summary>Ole Miss players say the hype surrounding former coach Lane Kiffin's return to Vaught-Hemingway Stadium with LSU this weekend is all anyone they see around Oxford wants to talk about.</summary></entry><entry><title>A sweeping college sports overhaul bill clears early hurdle in Senate vote</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/college-sports-senate-ncaa-w23505"/><id>urn:uuid:1cf98b18-97fd-4be4-ac48-a3bd9f814bed</id><updated>2026-09-15T18:35:25.445-04:00</updated><summary>Legislation to broadly regulate college sports has cleared a first major hurdle in the Senate.</summary></entry><entry><title>Astros' Carlos Correa ruled out for the season after ankle inflammation flares up</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/houston-astros-carlos-correa-k71806"/><id>urn:uuid:a03ca4aa-1d67-4217-b629-83a1a2c041b7</id><updated>2026-09-15T18:23:39.845-04:00</updated><summary>Houston Astros star Carlos Correa will not return this season as the team chases a playoff berth, manager Joe Espada said Tuesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Shohei Ohtani takes first swings off tee since going on IL and feels good, Roberts says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-shohei-ohtani-injury-return-o20492"/><id>urn:uuid:44cc5c2b-01c8-4762-bfc9-2e5d9f0f78a6</id><updated>2026-09-15T18:20:33.610-04:00</updated><summary>Shohei Ohtani hit off a tee on Tuesday in Los Angeles and remains on track to return before the end of the regular season.</summary></entry><entry><title>East Hampton residents call for further health studies after plume probe reveals chemical</title><author><name>Alek Lewis</name><email>alek.lewis@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/east-hampton-plume-toxic-chemical-study-xnfq99x5"/><id>urn:uuid:f1642085-07a6-4797-bcbd-3ee1449526df</id><updated>2026-09-15T18:11:42.635-04:00</updated><summary>Residents raised concern about the detection of PFPrA, a forever chemical found in the toxic plume.</summary></entry><entry><title>Aw shucks: Dolly Parton corn mazes crop up in fields nationwide</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/dolly-parton-death-corn-mazes-farms-g78464"/><id>urn:uuid:fd4ae0c5-4073-4eca-ab43-00976c0b09e3</id><updated>2026-09-15T18:01:23.879-04:00</updated><summary>Dolly Parton's megawatt smile and big wavy locks are gracing cornfields across the U.S. and in Canada this fall.</summary></entry><entry><title>Phillies place All-Star left-hander Jesús Luzardo on IL with shoulder inflammation</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/phillies-jesus-luzardo-injury-h25842"/><id>urn:uuid:d0f010a9-13db-40c8-be2a-72faa06df736</id><updated>2026-09-15T17:57:04.449-04:00</updated><summary>The Philadelphia Phillies have placed All-Star left-hander Jesús Luzardo on the 15-day injured list, three days after he was scratched from a start at Atlanta because of left shoulder inflammation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Real Madrid pulls off late La Liga win after squandering 2-goal lead at Elche. Mbappé scores again</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/real-madrid-kylian-mbappe-laliga-f83796"/><id>urn:uuid:7c793f64-53a8-4ea8-8c34-73058e93596e</id><updated>2026-09-15T17:56:38.610-04:00</updated><summary>Carlos Espí has scored in stoppage time after a nifty move by Jude Bellingham and an assist by Kylian Mbappé to help Real Madrid salvage a 3-2 win at Elche in the Spanish league after it relinquished a two-goal lead.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chargers lose KeAndre Lambert-Smith to injured reserve after Week 1 loss</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/la-chargers-injuries-s01402"/><id>urn:uuid:2077b082-759b-4079-bdaa-e1b84756d612</id><updated>2026-09-15T17:51:52.839-04:00</updated><summary>The Los Angeles Chargers have placed wide receiver KeAndre Lambert-Smith on injured reserve.</summary></entry><entry><title>Election 2026: What to expect from our coverage</title><author><name>Yancey Roy</name><email>yancey.roy@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/politics-newsletter-campaign-2026-s9ve89d6"/><id>urn:uuid:044c8b64-8985-4437-a082-a69fc0c0e7c1</id><updated>2026-09-15T17:48:38.910-04:00</updated><summary>Hey Long Islanders, I’ve covered New York governors and elections going back to when George</summary></entry><entry><title>Ravens drop K Jake Moody from the practice squad after Tyler Loop's solid performance in the opener</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/baltimore-ravens-jake-moody-t10632"/><id>urn:uuid:10eb4319-3405-44d1-8060-e2a751240761</id><updated>2026-09-15T17:44:09.802-04:00</updated><summary>The Baltimore Ravens have released kicker Jake Moody from the practice squad after Tyler Loop made field goals of 57 and 45 yards in a season-opening win over Indianapolis.</summary></entry><entry><title>Paul George understands sentiments after trade, says he's ready to prove himself with Celtics</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/paul-george-celtics-jaylen-brown-mike-conley-c77513"/><id>urn:uuid:50544fa0-02e6-4aa5-99f5-6122b7924f27</id><updated>2026-09-15T17:36:12.910-04:00</updated><summary>Paul George is embracing his new role with the Boston Celtics after being traded from Philadelphia.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lawyers for victim in Packers running back Josh Jacobs' battery case file motion to seal evidence</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/packers-josh-jacobs-battery-case-q78872"/><id>urn:uuid:322d273a-8ddd-46e0-89b0-c3440d813d7c</id><updated>2026-09-15T17:35:39.452-04:00</updated><summary>Lawyers representing the victim in the battery case involving Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs have filed a motion to seal evidence.</summary></entry><entry><title>Finger flashlight toys sold on Amazon, Walmart sites recalled over battery risks</title><author><name>Arielle Dollinger</name><email>arielle.dollinger@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/finger-lights-toy-recall-battery-xk1bajly"/><id>urn:uuid:2ad59f26-c1fa-440c-9187-9a05731499a6</id><updated>2026-09-15T17:35:27.800-04:00</updated><summary>The toys, sold on Amazon and Walmart websites, contain button cell batteries that are dangerous if swallowed, a recall notice said.</summary></entry><entry><title>The next 3 Mets games are on 3 different channels and none of them are SNY</title><author><name>Anthony Rieber</name><email>anthony.rieber@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/media/mets-tv-schedule-rqt9er8l"/><id>urn:uuid:4e529628-852a-4b5e-8bb6-c4d45f5561bf</id><updated>2026-09-15T17:27:47.572-04:00</updated><summary>Their next three games are on three different channels and none of them are SNY</summary></entry><entry><title>In Transit: Are self-driving vehicle dangers being taken seriously?</title><author><name>Peter Gill</name><email>peter.gill@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/in-transit-self-driving-security-xn18qdxh"/><id>urn:uuid:cc030499-c22c-42b6-884d-1f71f952e13b</id><updated>2026-09-15T17:21:51.536-04:00</updated><summary>With all the recent talk of an AI apocalypse, are we taking security concerns seriously enough?</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump's push to restrict mail ballots has failed. Other efforts to reshape the midterms are ongoing</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/donald-trump-mail-ballots-voting-election-midterms-e79012"/><id>urn:uuid:e70f6201-c325-4fd3-8aa2-5b8549012cea</id><updated>2026-09-15T17:19:00.517-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump's efforts to assert federal control over elections are marching on despite a recent loss in the Supreme Court.</summary></entry><entry><title>English League Cup: Tottenham's misery continues with loss at Liverpool and Dowman stars for Arsenal</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/english-league-cup-arsenal-liverpool-y30677"/><id>urn:uuid:b075dc5c-2d1b-404d-9fd7-53695d54388a</id><updated>2026-09-15T17:13:27.020-04:00</updated><summary>The current gulf between north London rivals Arsenal and Tottenham was highlighted in the English League Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>National investor sells Westbury retail building for $5.3 million</title><author><name>Celia Young</name><email>celia.young@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/real-estate/westbury-old-country-tmobile-yaaas-tea-aafsssoh"/><id>urn:uuid:ae7b539d-6472-465c-9a6e-780a23c210dd</id><updated>2026-09-15T16:54:25.954-04:00</updated><summary>The sale includes the roughly 6,000-square-foot building, leased to T-Mobile, Yaaas Tea and The Joint Chiropractic, and the 0.35-acre lot with parking.</summary></entry><entry><title>16th Street Baptist Church marks bombing anniversary with a new visitor center</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/sixteenth-street-baptist-bombing-anniversary-center-f08348"/><id>urn:uuid:89a49576-8b0d-4b44-b681-0e4bc0f3e15c</id><updated>2026-09-15T16:42:04.999-04:00</updated><summary>Hundreds of people gathered at the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, to mark the 63rd anniversary of the 1963 bombing.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island's Halloween pop-up bar experiences: What to know</title><author><name>David J. Criblez</name><email>david.criblez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/holidays/halloween/halloween-pop-up-bars-long-island-2026-c5j13l8x"/><id>urn:uuid:754f12ff-f19d-4292-ad6f-0c8b7aa24c14</id><updated>2026-09-15T16:37:18.369-04:00</updated><summary>The "Fright Night" pop-up joins two returning pop-up bar favorites this fall.</summary></entry><entry><title>Coach Brent Key urges Georgia Tech to 'embrace the challenge' after 0-2 start</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/georgia-tech-football-brent-key-q20021"/><id>urn:uuid:7f9d496e-ae2b-41bd-baf4-995b46b68e8d</id><updated>2026-09-15T16:37:05.545-04:00</updated><summary>Georgia Tech coach Brent Key is embracing the challenge after starting the season 0-2.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump and the court: If he wins, he's happy. When he loses, he ridicules justices he appointed</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-supreme-court-justice-mail-voting-t74228"/><id>urn:uuid:71b0e15f-abca-42a1-b011-f4fb8d36b08d</id><updated>2026-09-15T16:35:13.830-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump has scored a series of wins at the Supreme Court, but he's had some setbacks on key issues, despite the court's conservative majority.</summary></entry><entry><title>A proud Broncos defense unravels: 28 missed tackles fuel a 31-10 loss at Arrowhead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/denver-broncos-nix-chiefs-opener-y82220"/><id>urn:uuid:f34da42f-3cae-44c3-84fd-717576c7a373</id><updated>2026-09-15T16:34:41.324-04:00</updated><summary>The Denver Broncos' defense struggled in a 31-10 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ronaldo's Al-Nassr routed 4-0 by Al-Ain in Asian Champions League Elite</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/ronaldo-alnassr-asian-champions-league-m98493"/><id>urn:uuid:a0a965d8-9b24-4c83-98c7-8131d4723a6f</id><updated>2026-09-15T16:34:12.022-04:00</updated><summary>Cristiano Ronaldo and Al-Nassr kicked off their Asian Champions League Elite campaign with a 4-0 loss to Al-Ain of the United Arab Emirates.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Blakeman factor in NY House races</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/the-point/mike-lipetri-bruce-blakeman-roger-tilles-urjmlfo3"/><id>urn:uuid:70b68bea-65d5-480c-869c-07a5b970d817</id><updated>2026-09-15T16:32:57.332-04:00</updated><summary>The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gold mining expands fastest on Indigenous lands in Brazil's Amazon, new analysis finds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/brazil-amazon-indigenous-mining-environment-l85506"/><id>urn:uuid:e54101cf-252e-4961-8850-a86c8c2eb472</id><updated>2026-09-15T16:30:02.436-04:00</updated><summary>A new report by the Amazon Environmental Research Institute has found that gold mining poses a significant threat to Indigenous lands in the Brazilian Amazon.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chrissie Hynde hates cameras and talking about herself. She made a Pretenders doc anyway</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/chrissie-hynde-pretenders-documentary-interview-i87498"/><id>urn:uuid:1bc65338-53c8-4ba0-ba84-e7f196fcfd80</id><updated>2026-09-15T16:27:06.691-04:00</updated><summary>Chrissie Hynde is not one for looking back.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lawmakers seek federal help as 9/11 pension costs soar</title><author><name>Billy House</name><email>billy.house@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/world-trade-center-pension-v6dnm9ww"/><id>urn:uuid:6b9306b0-c6d4-4f0e-9b15-f8b3fab68f25</id><updated>2026-09-15T16:26:43.703-04:00</updated><summary>Long Island GOP Rep. Andrew Garbarino and New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand have introduced bills in the House and Senate.</summary></entry><entry><title>Americans value press freedom, but new surveys show support for restrictions in certain cases</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/media-freedom-pew-survey-a12513"/><id>urn:uuid:7df74b31-dc93-4a0f-a58a-7f3720e71762</id><updated>2026-09-15T16:22:47.703-04:00</updated><summary>Most Americans value press freedom but also support limits on reporting in specific circumstances, such as protecting national security.</summary></entry><entry><title>Police fire tear gas to break up Congo protests against constitutional changes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/congo-protests-tshisekedi-constitution-riot-clashes-t17272"/><id>urn:uuid:064a9391-94d5-440c-9a48-7892c4a0bb2e</id><updated>2026-09-15T16:22:25.052-04:00</updated><summary>Police in Congo have broken up opposition protests using tear gas against hundreds of demonstrators.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rudolph 'Rudy' G. Sunderman Sr., Mastic fire commissioner and firefighter for 62 years, dies at 80</title><author><name>John Asbury</name><email>john.asbury@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/obituaries/rudolph-rudy-g-sunderman-sr-obituary-wxh0mdk2"/><id>urn:uuid:66afec1c-333f-4e54-be4a-16603c62d796</id><updated>2026-09-15T16:19:27.993-04:00</updated><summary>He also worked as an LIRR conductor for more than 25 years.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jairo Saenz, MS-13 clique leader, sentenced for 7 murders, including Brentwood girls Kayla Cuevas and Nisa Mickens in 2016</title><author><name>Michael O&amp;#39;Keeffe</name><email>michael.okeeffe@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/ms-13-sentence-jairo-saenz-seven-murders-cuevas-mickens-t274u2cn"/><id>urn:uuid:f7f978a9-429d-40e9-b8ae-d150570d1955</id><updated>2026-09-15T16:07:46.175-04:00</updated><summary>Jairo Saenz and his brother Alexi Saenz gave permission for seven murders and also ran an illegal drug operation, prosecutors said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suffolk teen pleads guilty in 2024 crash of stolen SUV that killed woman, injured her son</title><author><name>Grant Parpan</name><email>grant.parpan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/guilty-plea-stolen-suv-crash-matthew-papile-marion-napolitano-xkph6zo9"/><id>urn:uuid:c7aafc48-8636-494c-83a7-e2c83b4c8652</id><updated>2026-09-15T15:57:53.819-04:00</updated><summary>Matthew Papile was 16 in 2024, when he drove the vehicle into the rear end of a Toyota driven by Marion Napolitano, 73, in Centereach.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chad Baker-Mazara sues USC and Eric Musselman, alleging NIL pay dispute and racial remarks</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/usc-lawsuit-chad-bakermazara-c24693"/><id>urn:uuid:0ffd5955-26b1-40f0-9a3c-79a80d719992</id><updated>2026-09-15T15:57:45.091-04:00</updated><summary>Former Southern California basketball player Chad Baker-Mazara is suing the university and coach Eric Musselman after being dismissed from the team in March.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texas QB Arch Manning apologizes to ESPN reporter Holly Rowe for laughing about fake video of slap</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/texas-arch-manning-holly-rowe-apology-k54106"/><id>urn:uuid:6c10cabb-267b-488d-bcfe-ae31e089b940</id><updated>2026-09-15T15:53:07.435-04:00</updated><summary>Texas quarterback Arch Manning has apologized for publicly joking about an AI-altered video that depicted Longhorns coach Steve Sarkisian slapping ESPN sideline reporter Holly Rowe in the moments after Texas' big win over Ohio State.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lionel Messi added to Argentina's roster for Oct. 6 friendly that team says will be farewell match</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/argentina-lionel-messi-world-cup-x27267"/><id>urn:uuid:b431fa32-b4bc-4cec-abf9-140a34a3ad8b</id><updated>2026-09-15T15:52:45.446-04:00</updated><summary>Lionel Messi might have one last dance with Argentina after all.</summary></entry><entry><title>Savannah Guthrie renews plea to kidnappers after concern for missing mom Nancy reaches the Emmys</title><author><name>Los Angeles Times (TNS)</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/tv/savannah-guthrie-nancy-mom-kidnappers-mseu7dau"/><id>urn:uuid:05a25e90-4e75-4233-995d-1bd7d804184f</id><updated>2026-09-15T15:47:33.813-04:00</updated><summary>The "Today" show co-host on Tuesday's broadcast shared a desperate message to those who kidnapped Nancy Guthrie, 84, from her Arizona home in February.</summary></entry><entry><title>Longtime film academy chief executive Bruce Davis dies at 83</title><author><name> Los Angeles Times (TNS)</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/film-academy-chief-executive-bruce-davis-obituary-n3j8562b"/><id>urn:uuid:c1cfdcf5-d496-4771-80cb-7f497a537b7f</id><updated>2026-09-15T15:32:48.836-04:00</updated><summary>LOS ANGELES — Bruce Davis spent more than two decades as the motion picture academy's</summary></entry><entry><title>He Was Banned From Police Work In California But Hired In Honolulu</title><author><name> Honolulu Civil Beat</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/san-francisco-officer-banned-hired-investigator-honolulu-t13940"/><id>urn:uuid:28fccd9b-bfb3-4949-8f2f-abd1d6b2b277</id><updated>2026-09-15T15:23:38.657-04:00</updated><summary>Blind spots persist in vetting law enforcement applicants in Hawaiʻi.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sunrise Highway expansion proposal: Suffolk politicians call for third lane from Patchogue to Center Moriches</title><author><name>Peter Gill</name><email>peter.gill@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/sunrise-highway-third-lane-patchogue-center-moriches-feawi53h"/><id>urn:uuid:995f0f90-6557-4c02-9135-09d7c77a794b</id><updated>2026-09-15T15:23:15.751-04:00</updated><summary>At Exit 58, traffic counts are around the same as what they were two decades ago. Further west at Exit 53, traffic increased almost 50% from 2000 to 2019.</summary></entry><entry><title>Massachusetts governor proposes improved postpartum healthcare after Lindsay Clancy trial</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lindsay-clancy-postpartum-massachusetts-healey-g76217"/><id>urn:uuid:4fb34642-6431-499c-9f12-0c1dbd14e18f</id><updated>2026-09-15T15:22:39.298-04:00</updated><summary>Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey is proposing free home visits from nurses for every new parent in the state and expanded mental health screenings for new mothers.</summary></entry><entry><title>French team Lens fires coach Dino Toppmöller after just 6 games in charge</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/lens-topmoller-coach-fired-ligue-1-y55048"/><id>urn:uuid:729be678-d956-40a3-9be0-98badb2bd2f7</id><updated>2026-09-15T15:20:21.011-04:00</updated><summary>French club Lens has fired coach Dino Toppmöller after just six games in charge.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vanderbilt ends its two-QB approach and bets on freshman Jared Curtis to win now</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/vanderbilt-lea-jared-curtis-qb-d52134"/><id>urn:uuid:4832d97a-ed1c-43bd-9102-b469ea94e5c8</id><updated>2026-09-15T15:17:46.565-04:00</updated><summary>Vanderbilt coach Clark Lea says freshman quarterback Jared Curtis gives the Commodores the best chance to win now and will start Saturday against N.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wantagh funeral director competes on 'The Traitors: New Blood'</title><author><name>Verne Gay</name><email>verne.gay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/tv/traitor-joe-vanella-qocynv75"/><id>urn:uuid:d978196f-4c8a-4fcd-82e4-3e3bb0a8e343</id><updated>2026-09-15T15:14:18.049-04:00</updated><summary>Wantagh funeral director competes on the NBC hit which returns Thursday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Silver says NBA looked at precedent before doling out Clippers' penalties for cap circumvention</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nba-adam-silver-clippers-steve-ballmer-n98992"/><id>urn:uuid:596c85fb-ae4a-4d0f-9f86-2a1a8fa1daf8</id><updated>2026-09-15T15:05:30.019-04:00</updated><summary>NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says the league looked at precedent before taking away five first-round draft picks from the Los Angeles Clippers for circumventing salary cap rules.</summary></entry><entry><title>James Rodríguez ends 15-year Colombia career at 35 and says gave 'absolutely everything'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/james-rodriguez-international-retirement-colombia-o68406"/><id>urn:uuid:67de5c9e-d052-486a-8623-b5771995b394</id><updated>2026-09-15T15:01:21.131-04:00</updated><summary>Colombia midfielder James Rodríguez has announced the end of his 15-year international career.</summary></entry><entry><title>Three takeaways from Week 1 of Suffolk football</title><author><name>Jared Valluzzi</name><email>jared.valluzzi@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/hsfbweek2-suffolktakeaways-a62898"/><id>urn:uuid:4fdbea6a-2922-46c1-872a-adef4523e40d</id><updated>2026-09-15T15:00:37.983-04:00</updated><summary>Centereach’s offseason additions made an immediate impact Centereach got two massive additions in the offseason,</summary></entry><entry><title>Iran war has cost the US more than $38B, budget office says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-war-cbo-estimate-r84693"/><id>urn:uuid:cbe27efb-b759-4a56-8477-8347686bba8b</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:57:54.920-04:00</updated><summary>The war against Iran has cost the U.S. more than $38 billion through Aug. 1 and will continue to cost up to $3 billion a month or more.</summary></entry><entry><title>California K-12 schools with military-style rifles don't always disclose them as law requires</title><author><name> CalMattters</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/militarygrade-weapons-inventory-california-schools-o83297"/><id>urn:uuid:d4708cf1-b01b-4deb-80be-da166500a013</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:55:57.222-04:00</updated><summary>Police forces at some California K-12 schools have yet to comply with a state law requiring them to disclose military-grade equipment to the public.</summary></entry><entry><title>Families of the 67 who died in the DC midair collision want reforms to prevent the next tragedy</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ntsb-dc-midair-collision-faa-congress-u79703"/><id>urn:uuid:b566cef8-8c24-4626-bb6e-a3d4bec9c0d5</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:53:48.130-04:00</updated><summary>The loved ones of the 67 people killed in last year's collision between an airliner and Army helicopter over Washington, D.C., have a message for Congress and regulators.</summary></entry><entry><title>Carlota Ciganda turns into a different player with a fighting Solheim Cup spirit</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/carlota-ciganda-solheim-cup-ballesteros-europe-usa-p46876"/><id>urn:uuid:1bf4d237-5e66-4625-a20a-88697e7aa2ab</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:50:24.259-04:00</updated><summary>Carlota Ciganda has a modest record when she's playing on her own.</summary></entry><entry><title>US to play CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinal second leg at Cincinnati on Nov. 17</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/us-soccer-concacaf-nations-league-quaterfinals-cincinnati-u01369"/><id>urn:uuid:6b1b4973-982a-4b10-93ab-b08dd5902cbd</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:43:51.235-04:00</updated><summary>The United States will play the second leg of its CONCACAF Nations League quarterfinal at Cincinnati's TQL Stadium on Nov. 17.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suffolk OKs $60 million in bonds to cover red light ticket refund program</title><author><name>Joe Werkmeister</name><email>joe.werkmeister@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/suffolk-red-light-bond-sa0sfm56"/><id>urn:uuid:d55d79ff-5c87-4d20-b3a4-aab12bced2d9</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:43:43.020-04:00</updated><summary>Drivers who paid a $30 administrative fee on top of the $50 base fine will be eligible to receive up to $36 per violation, according to the settlement.</summary></entry><entry><title>Uranium mines pose first test for state-recognized Mount Taylor cultural landscape in New Mexico</title><author><name> New Mexico In Depth</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/uranium-mining-mount-taylor-traditional-cultural-property-m34563"/><id>urn:uuid:62b56fdc-db50-4cc0-a286-ed19c5fcf4e4</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:31:37.509-04:00</updated><summary>Native communities in northwest New Mexico are concerned about the potential harm to Mount Taylor from resumed uranium mining.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mamdani proposal would lower speed limit in New York City to cut pedestrian deaths</title><author><name>Matthew Chayes</name><email>matthew.chayes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/new-york/new-york-city-vision-zero-traffic-s5teenqb"/><id>urn:uuid:9f9ad1d5-c34f-48f1-b4ae-729c48702e85</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:30:10.963-04:00</updated><summary>Top limit would be 20 mph in some neighborhoods, according to Mayor Zohran Mamdani's "Vision Zero Reimagined" plan.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mary Catherine T. Mullen</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/mary-catherine-t-mullen-and-justice-of-the-supreme-court-10th-judicial-district-pcnyyla6"/><id>urn:uuid:c642d5e8-0e3f-4f78-ac15-61314772895b</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:27:42.691-04:00</updated><summary>Justice of the Supreme Court, 10th Judicial District</summary></entry><entry><title>A fourth measles death is reported in Pennsylvania</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/measles-deaths-pennsylvania-l38570"/><id>urn:uuid:c1d2e5d6-f265-4ad3-8117-8b8301c7828e</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:26:26.577-04:00</updated><summary>Pennsylvania officials are reporting a fourth measles-associated death.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kennedy Center will close for renovations after judge blocks returning Trump's name to building</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/kennedy-center-closure-board-trump-ruling-o99237"/><id>urn:uuid:9f2a93b3-8b80-47a4-881e-9acffc4a909d</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:25:03.790-04:00</updated><summary>The board of the Kennedy Center has voted to close the facility over financial issues and a dispute over putting President Donald Trump's name on the iconic performing arts venue.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ryan Day calls Ohio State's Texas collapse 'maddening' as sixth-ranked Buckeyes seek quick fixes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/ohio-state-texas-day-sayin-o12078"/><id>urn:uuid:21c9906e-16a8-4af8-a0c4-90b357e8df2e</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:19:03.944-04:00</updated><summary>Coach Ryan Day might have been understating things slightly when he said there's a lot that comes with a loss at Ohio State.</summary></entry><entry><title>Oil and gas leases threaten big game migration routes, lawsuit claims</title><author><name> WyoFile</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/oil-gas-leases-lawsuit-wyoming-y68325"/><id>urn:uuid:3718f088-4ead-41b6-8404-69c88869e088</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:13:01.747-04:00</updated><summary>A new lawsuit says the federal government broke environmental laws when it leased 179 square miles in Wyoming for oil and gas drilling.</summary></entry><entry><title>Saudi crown prince seeks Egypt's backing as Houthi attacks rattle Red Sea oil routes</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/saudi-arabia-egypt-houthis-red-sea-oil-pipeline-n71813"/><id>urn:uuid:ae77190f-a885-4015-9650-bf1214dd7f5a</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:10:00.844-04:00</updated><summary>Saudi Arabia's crown prince is seeking backing from the president of Egypt, his ally across the Red Sea, as the kingdom faces increased attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vance's childcare plan pits parents against each other</title><author><name> Mary Ellen Klas</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/jd-vance-childcare-plan-whozxoiw"/><id>urn:uuid:8afd52b7-12e9-4643-a58f-a37b5289541d</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>If the idea is implemented as described, it's both impractical and irresponsible.</summary></entry><entry><title>Healthcare costs have small businesses in an impossible bind</title><author><name>Lisa Jarvis</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/healthcare-costs-small-businesses-j98l2hcn"/><id>urn:uuid:e420cb36-3832-4849-ae33-d08c7ae086d7</id><updated>2026-09-15T14:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>For companies under pressure, surging costs could obliterate razor-thin margins.</summary></entry><entry><title>Could you qualify for NYS' expanded energy subsidies?</title><author><name>Yancey Roy</name><email>yancey.roy@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/region-state/new-york-energy-subsidy-t2tb2uk2"/><id>urn:uuid:1cb86c54-aab2-48f8-8419-ba5d2f6d2212</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:57:47.727-04:00</updated><summary>Gov. Kathy Hochul has launched an enrollment drive to get more households signed up.</summary></entry><entry><title>Prince Harry and Meghan move children to new school over security concerns</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/harry-meghan-children-school-uk-e67478"/><id>urn:uuid:ca071cf0-da42-496a-925d-6bf136e243d9</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:56:18.348-04:00</updated><summary>Prince Harry and Meghan have moved their children to a new school in the U.K. due to security concerns.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jets relying more on tight ends in Frank Reich's offense, and it's paying off so far</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/jets-tight-ends-sadiq-taylor-ruckert-tfb26f25"/><id>urn:uuid:0e97d215-2fa2-4a17-96ac-52b9bbb18796</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:54:59.216-04:00</updated><summary>The Jets ran three plays in 13 personnel – three tight ends, one running back – three times on the opening drive in their win over Tennessee. They did that three times all of last season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Michael W. Alpert</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/michael-w-alpert-and-nassau-district-court-judge-2nd-district-vswr2ht9"/><id>urn:uuid:70eb2ddc-b9d0-40fd-ad3e-4278fdd75fe3</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:54:14.162-04:00</updated><summary>Nassau District Court Judge - 2nd District</summary></entry><entry><title>Capitals say Alex Ovechkin was asked to film United Russia ad while home this summer</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/capitals-ovechkin-united-russia-putin-w83329"/><id>urn:uuid:0c59228e-b3e8-4c3c-97fb-4474b7c66651</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:51:02.204-04:00</updated><summary>After Alex Ovechkin appeared in an ad for Vladimir Putin's United Russia party, the Washington Capitals said their long-time captain was asked to participate while back in his home country this summer.</summary></entry><entry><title>Karen M. Wilutis</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/karen-m-wilutis-and-justice-of-the-supreme-court-10th-judicial-district-ywmmh191"/><id>urn:uuid:89d52514-ae58-4a14-ad22-7e9482e41036</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:45:18.757-04:00</updated><summary>Justice of the Supreme Court, 10th Judicial District</summary></entry><entry><title>Minnesota Wild reward coach John Hynes with a multiyear contract extension entering his 4th season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/wild-hynes-contract-extension-u02196"/><id>urn:uuid:96acaa7d-eac8-4e07-932a-d9f790d66412</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:43:57.149-04:00</updated><summary>Minnesota Wild coach John Hynes has signed a multiyear contract extension after leading the team to its first playoff series win in 11 seasons.</summary></entry><entry><title>Joy M. Watson</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/joy-m-watson-and-justice-of-the-supreme-court-10th-judicial-district-xjsiu02u"/><id>urn:uuid:24c9e68f-6d83-4522-9ef1-a5a2c443eb21</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:38:50.294-04:00</updated><summary>Justice of the Supreme Court, 10th Judicial District</summary></entry><entry><title>Jimmer Fredette decides to resume playing career, leaves USA Basketball 3x3 post</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/jimmer-fredette-usa-basketball-o98314"/><id>urn:uuid:89ac2d8e-bc47-4e48-acc5-c3867aecad93</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:31:05.972-04:00</updated><summary>Jimmer Fredette has decided to return to playing basketball, stepping down as managing director of USA Basketball's men's 3x3 program.</summary></entry><entry><title>UT students attacked by Bo French call his comments "disgusting" and too familiar</title><author><name> The Texas Tribune</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/texas-french-football-racist-h68338"/><id>urn:uuid:92ed2416-0a8d-45b7-aacb-9d0ca4350f20</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:27:56.159-04:00</updated><summary>Students at the University of Texas at Austin say they were dismayed — but unsurprised — by the racist attacks lobbed at them online after a Republican candidate for statewide office suggested white Americans were being "displaced."</summary></entry><entry><title>Ed Sheeran's tour in trouble after opening acts drop out in solidarity with rapper Macklemore</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/ed-sheeran-responds-macklemore-tour-t95102"/><id>urn:uuid:99952c7a-d3fc-43d0-8e5e-202220652254</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:15:58.164-04:00</updated><summary>Four supporting acts have quit Ed Sheeran's tour after Macklemore was removed for his pro-Palestinian comments onstage.</summary></entry><entry><title>5 major sports leagues and players associations ask for protections from sports bettors' threats</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/sports-betting-letter-m03085"/><id>urn:uuid:ab58454f-e7dd-4144-b0f1-78f0ceac38fc</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:15:05.307-04:00</updated><summary>Five professional sports leagues and their players associations have aligned forces to ask for protections for players and staff who face threats and harassment from sports bettors.</summary></entry><entry><title>Federal authorities allege more than $10M in childcare payment fraud in California</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/feeding-our-future-childcare-fraud-white-collar-c85369"/><id>urn:uuid:5f4e47d7-3082-4e9d-a9b2-f68da26674b3</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:12:27.242-04:00</updated><summary>Federal authorities have charged a dozen people for fraudulently collecting over $10 million in childcare payments without having actual attendees at their facilities.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mistrial declared in New Hampshire youth detention center sex abuse case</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/new-hampshire-mistrial-youth-detention-sex-abuse-u09608"/><id>urn:uuid:2aa92f92-3022-4355-ab0d-c84d66f442b8</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:11:31.588-04:00</updated><summary>A mistrial has been declared in the case of a former New Hampshire youth detention center worker charged with repeatedly raping a teenage boy.</summary></entry><entry><title>Federal corruption trial opens for DC Council member Trayon White</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trayon-white-dc-council-bribery-trial-j94074"/><id>urn:uuid:0895e546-8841-46d0-848d-5e03b5bbea84</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:02:57.053-04:00</updated><summary>A bribery trial starts this week for a Washington, D.C., Council member accused of accepting cash from an associate in exchange for using his elected position to help extend city contracts for the associate's businesses.</summary></entry><entry><title>A 1930s 'Heisman' shovel pass sets tone for Chiefs' 31-10 win over Denver, and maybe for the season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/kansas-city-chiefs-patrick-mahomes-nfl-i00333"/><id>urn:uuid:cef20fc4-f66f-46c0-b587-99459b8c53db</id><updated>2026-09-15T13:02:20.122-04:00</updated><summary>The Kansas City Chiefs were back to having fun on Monday night against Denver.</summary></entry><entry><title>$1.1 billion from Nike co-founder will build Oregon's first women's hospital</title><author><name> Chronicle of Philanthropy</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/phil-penny-knight-oregon-womens-hospital-b24849"/><id>urn:uuid:25be188e-eca2-4ed7-831b-3c3b19b0361a</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:57:39.729-04:00</updated><summary>Phil and Penny Knight have committed $1.1 billion to build Oregon's first hospital dedicated to women's health at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center.</summary></entry><entry><title>Free entry to 3 Long Island state parks during 'One Day 3 Parks' event</title><author><name>Rafer Guzm&amp;aacute;n</name><email>rafer.guzman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/recreation/free-entry-parks-one-day-3-parks-op0hhvjp"/><id>urn:uuid:b796c199-ee88-45e6-9e01-8260c566ddae</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:56:03.986-04:00</updated><summary>"One Day 3 Parks" event showcases three South Shore parks with free activities.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Flat is Back' campaign hopes to put flounder back on people's plates</title><author><name> The New Bedford Light</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/flat-is-back-flounder-campaign-massachusetts-g13296"/><id>urn:uuid:02d5705f-1555-4bb5-bece-065ba61e2ca6</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:51:00.968-04:00</updated><summary>The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries has launched the "Flat is Back" campaign to promote flounder, an underutilized flatfish.</summary></entry><entry><title>Taylor Dayne can't wait to see her Long Island fans at The Suffolk</title><author><name>Rafer Guzm&amp;aacute;n</name><email>rafer.guzman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/music/taylor-dayne-the-suffolk-eq3547iw"/><id>urn:uuid:28a2388d-d6f2-4668-b129-9324843368f7</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:42:43.024-04:00</updated><summary>The pop star says "I can't wait to see my Long Islanders," ahead of Thursday's concert.</summary></entry><entry><title>Judge blocks Kennedy Center board from putting Trump's name on the building or grounds in any way</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-kennedy-center-judge-n36204"/><id>urn:uuid:bcf7f24a-c270-4148-aebe-8c98f03675c8</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:36:31.385-04:00</updated><summary>A federal judge has blocked the Kennedy Center from returning President Donald Trump's name to the iconic performing arts venue in a move meant to recognize his renovation efforts.</summary></entry><entry><title>US military says it destroyed 2 small Iranian boats trying to steal a sea drone</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-war-military-drone-boats-i87746"/><id>urn:uuid:16ca6cfe-5c81-4b16-9f46-75ef6e1fab39</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:34:53.445-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. military says it opened fire and destroyed two small Iranian boats this week that were trying to steal a drone ship in the waters off Iran.</summary></entry><entry><title>Italy extends border controls on visitors from Spain as migration feud continues</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/italy-migration-spain-r27902"/><id>urn:uuid:6a596a65-c029-47f0-b9bc-4dbd6d29611a</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:32:36.225-04:00</updated><summary>Italy has extended for another 15 days border checks on Spanish visitors that it imposed after more than 72,000 migrants poured into Spain's North African territory of Ceuta from Morocco in late July.</summary></entry><entry><title>NHL teams rush to sign players to eight-year contracts before the new CBA deadline</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-eight-year-contract-deadline-f26316"/><id>urn:uuid:9c63592d-2d0e-4146-a105-ac02ba1caa13</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:27:42.768-04:00</updated><summary>NHL teams are rushing to re-sign players to eight-year contracts while they still can, before midnight when the new collective bargaining agreement kicks in and sets a new ceiling of seven years.</summary></entry><entry><title>US judge eyes January trial date for Libyan man charged in 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lockerbie-bombing-pan-am-libyan-1988-j70106"/><id>urn:uuid:ae5e3902-a406-45e4-8ea1-93532d5d456f</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:21:21.790-04:00</updated><summary>A trial for a former Libyan intelligence official charged in the 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Scotland is on track to start in January after a delay caused by the discovery of new evidence.</summary></entry><entry><title>A Paris court awards Kim Kardashian 1 euro after her 2016 robbery</title><author><name>The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/france-kim-kardashian-jewel-heist-p21558"/><id>urn:uuid:93fa6dc5-f380-4315-9767-403ba4fcb2d6</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:20:31.741-04:00</updated><summary>A Paris court has awarded Kim Kardashian 1 euro in compensation for an armed robbery she experienced in 2016.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sunken Meadow State Park reopens after deadly crash</title><author><name>Maureen Mullarkey</name><email>maureen.mullarkey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/sunken-meadow-fiery-crash-dq8870wu"/><id>urn:uuid:f35b2c3c-feb9-439a-a91c-ae7eea29c7df</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:18:23.796-04:00</updated><summary>A vehicle went up in flames after crashing into the park's toll plaza Monday morning.</summary></entry><entry><title>American incomes finally top pre-pandemic levels, fighting against inflation all the way</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/income-inflation-poverty-earnings-t00618"/><id>urn:uuid:c8a6579d-638b-4fe1-90b6-525baffa3817</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:16:59.697-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. household income finally topped pre-pandemic levels last year, a stark sign of how the past five years of rising prices have limited Americans' earnings and purchasing power.</summary></entry><entry><title>Arizona State coach notes Kansas got extra time ahead of London game despite 'unwritten rule'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/arizona-state-dillingham-kansas-london-t84480"/><id>urn:uuid:0dd5afb9-6775-4a02-ad7c-f3c387b6fbba</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:16:46.188-04:00</updated><summary>Arizona State coach Kenny Dillingham doesn't love that Kansas got some extra time to rest and prepare for their historic game at Wembley Stadium on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nigeria arrests Mexican national after anti-drug agency raids industrial-scale meth laboratory</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/nigeria-drugs-raid-meth-mexican-cartel-u67557"/><id>urn:uuid:78d9b0b4-5cf8-4e49-bddd-f31e7b288363</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:14:46.447-04:00</updated><summary>Nigeria's anti-drug agency said it has dismantled an industrial-scale methamphetamine laboratory and arrested a Mexican citizen who attempted to flee the country.</summary></entry><entry><title>5 questions facing the Rangers as training camp opens</title><author><name>Colin Stephenson</name><email>colin.stephenson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/rangers/5-questions-training-camp-ab546yjp"/><id>urn:uuid:ab6ab294-5922-452c-9c65-8afc6acd577e</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:13:44.254-04:00</updated><summary>The Rangers have just 13 days to get ready for the newly expanded, 84-game season</summary></entry><entry><title>Gates Foundation warns AI could widen inequality as foundation pledges $1B to expand access</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/bill-gates-foundation-ai-united-nations-p81997"/><id>urn:uuid:e4ae0413-2a03-415e-857d-6a8559918e84</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:06:39.470-04:00</updated><summary>Bill Gates is warning technology companies and world leaders that they must act now to ensure artificial intelligence combats social inequities.</summary></entry><entry><title>Maduro ally Alex Saab pleads guilty in a $195M money laundering case, agrees to cooperate</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/saab-venezuela-maduro-bribe-d06248"/><id>urn:uuid:9586b99a-d9de-4f44-a535-00ffb0747ce3</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:03:14.860-04:00</updated><summary>A close ally of ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has pleaded guilty to bribing officials to secure contracts for importing food during Venezuela's crisis.</summary></entry><entry><title>US strips millions in military aid from Europe and Mideast to back Trump-aligned nations in Americas</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/foreign-military-financing-trump-rubio-w68800"/><id>urn:uuid:620c9c80-854c-4ebc-8c4a-45ecb0c653ae</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:02:47.049-04:00</updated><summary>The Trump administration is stripping tens of millions of dollars in U.S. military assistance to countries in Europe and the Middle East to support conservative-leaning governments in Central and South America.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nick Reiner avoids death penalty over his parents' killings but still faces life in prison</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/nick-reiner-death-penalty-rob-reiner-killing-m09910"/><id>urn:uuid:6fd70f0b-b97f-494b-9c5e-743986f20967</id><updated>2026-09-15T12:00:52.809-04:00</updated><summary>Prosecutors say Nick Reiner, son of filmmaker Rob Reiner, will not face the death penalty over charges he killed his parents in Los Angeles last year.</summary></entry><entry><title>AP interview: Madring track creator says changes by new designers affected overtaking at Spanish GP</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/f1-spanish-grand-prix-madring-jarno-zaffelli-j87122"/><id>urn:uuid:16c1d9a8-bdac-4e92-a9e1-5a5c5aee5718</id><updated>2026-09-15T11:57:57.575-04:00</updated><summary>The original designer of the widely criticized Madring circuit has blamed small changes made after his company was removed from the project for the lack of overtaking during the lackluster Spanish Grand Prix.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mid-American Conference announces it will move to a 9-game conference schedule beginning in 2028</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/midamerican-football-conference-schedule-k83898"/><id>urn:uuid:ddc235aa-b7a0-4c72-9c54-485a04213674</id><updated>2026-09-15T11:48:10.576-04:00</updated><summary>The Mid-American Conference says it will move to a nine-game conference schedule in 2028.</summary></entry><entry><title>OLA Latino Film Festival unreels in the Hamptons</title><author><name>Rafer Guzm&amp;aacute;n</name><email>rafer.guzman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/movies/latino-film-festival-cwfmskzw"/><id>urn:uuid:ca925358-dd4e-48af-83ee-0c54c9e1bec4</id><updated>2026-09-15T11:42:24.356-04:00</updated><summary>A trio of features celebrating Hispanic Heritage make up the event opening Thursday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sophie Cunningham expresses thoughts on next WNBA commissioner, has discussed them with Adam Silver</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/fever-wnba-sophie-cunningham-commissioner-x05287"/><id>urn:uuid:d85df0f2-f4a5-4852-8da7-63559ae3a40b</id><updated>2026-09-15T11:36:17.031-04:00</updated><summary>Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham told reporters that she has discussed the soon-to-be vacant WNBA commissioner's position with Adam Silver after the NBA commissioner reached out to her.</summary></entry><entry><title>PGA Tour not contemplating path back for LIV players similar to Brooks Koepka</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/liv-golf-pga-tour-rolapp-rahm-e62802"/><id>urn:uuid:d6064c68-ed40-4a5e-aca6-6039e64f6daa</id><updated>2026-09-15T11:31:18.525-04:00</updated><summary>PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp says he is not currently contemplating a path back for LIV Golf players similar to the plan Brooks Koepka received.</summary></entry><entry><title>English soccer star Raheem Sterling admits dangerous driving after highway collision</title><author><name> LONDON</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/raheem-sterling-dangerous-driving-k72614"/><id>urn:uuid:2796e9b0-1d68-4fa8-a748-6a30bd2ff94b</id><updated>2026-09-15T11:08:37.067-04:00</updated><summary>Former England forward Raheem Sterling has admitted to dangerous driving after a highway collision.</summary></entry><entry><title>Emiliano Geoninatti, of R.C. Murphy Middle School, named NYS Teacher of the Year</title><author><name>Darwin Yanes</name><email>darwin.yanes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/emiliano-geoninatti-nys-teacher-of-the-year-dn70q4hi"/><id>urn:uuid:7d18a26e-a1a4-4b7b-9a67-cda5d8789486</id><updated>2026-09-15T11:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Emiliano Geoninatti, who works in the Three Village district, was honored for his passion in the classroom and impact on his students.</summary></entry><entry><title>Red Wings to open training camp with leaders in limbo, interim GM and saying no one is captain</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/red-wings-general-manager-d18627"/><id>urn:uuid:3741e72d-8509-45ea-a9de-3eb4925e7e6f</id><updated>2026-09-15T10:57:46.656-04:00</updated><summary>The Detroit Red Wings will start training camp this week with leaders of the front office and the team in limbo.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brazil's top court postpones decision on key justice de Moraes ahead of October elections</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/brazil-supreme-court-investigation-de-moraes-election-k84404"/><id>urn:uuid:b0e6b6ed-825b-4131-8744-8f6d8f075bc2</id><updated>2026-09-15T10:57:37.327-04:00</updated><summary>Brazil's Supreme Court stopped deliberations Tuesday on whether Justice Alexandre de Moraes, the man who led the trial against former President Jair Bolsonaro, should face an investigation in a graft case, a move that is also shaking the run-up to the country's presidential election in October.</summary></entry><entry><title>Olympic speedskating star Jutta Leerdam says she won't race this season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/speedskating-jutta-leerdam-jake-paul-i96610"/><id>urn:uuid:c88b621c-8e32-4c32-9463-edd90b6859b0</id><updated>2026-09-15T10:51:37.115-04:00</updated><summary>Olympic champion speedskater Jutta Leerdam is taking a season away from the ice.</summary></entry><entry><title>Carney says Canada can wait for the right conditions in Trump trade war and emerge stronger</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/carney-trump-canada-investment-summit-l76192"/><id>urn:uuid:62cc6f05-4194-4535-b412-853773806201</id><updated>2026-09-15T10:42:23.710-04:00</updated><summary>Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada intends to emerge from its trade war with U.S. President Donald Trump "stronger, more resilient, more independent," while telling Washington that future cooperation must be based on respect for each country's sovereignty.</summary></entry><entry><title>Blackhawks center Connor Bedard becomes second-youngest captain in franchise history</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/blackhawks-connor-bedard-captain-s82853"/><id>urn:uuid:dcfc1200-32fe-4cc0-9e7b-e580edda110e</id><updated>2026-09-15T10:39:14.830-04:00</updated><summary>Connor Bedard has been named the 37th captain of the Chicago Blackhawks, capping an eventful offseason for the young center.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gotti grandson, woman who accused him of assault, have married, lawyer says</title><author><name>Janon Fisher</name><email>janon.fisher@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/gotti-grandson-married-prison-x5m4g1gv"/><id>urn:uuid:8287f262-040e-4ed9-a93d-ef3d3abea703</id><updated>2026-09-15T10:30:57.784-04:00</updated><summary>Carmine Agnello tied the knot with Ariana Puran just days before the grandson of the late Gambino crime boss reported to prison.</summary></entry><entry><title>Top Man United academy prospect JJ Gabriel asks to leave club</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/man-utd-jj-gabriel-academy-l01349"/><id>urn:uuid:e28a6178-1d8a-48b4-a728-265f521d6268</id><updated>2026-09-15T10:30:26.085-04:00</updated><summary>Manchester United has been rocked by the news that one of its brightest prospects JJ Gabriel has asked to leave the club.</summary></entry><entry><title>Billy Horschel skips European flagship event with his PGA Tour card on the line</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/billy-horschel-fedex-cup-fall-wentworth-reed-o35054"/><id>urn:uuid:2122d10f-0d68-45c5-a1ab-ef71bcada664</id><updated>2026-09-15T10:29:22.769-04:00</updated><summary>Billy Horschel has been at the BMW PGA Championship every year since 2021 and he's a two-time winner of the European tour's flagship event.</summary></entry><entry><title>Police detain dozens at an Istanbul courthouse protest over LGBTQ+ crackdown</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/turkey-lgbtq-protest-raids-v90308"/><id>urn:uuid:e4ccd48f-e38f-49b7-baa4-3073df536861</id><updated>2026-09-15T10:13:07.409-04:00</updated><summary>Police have detained dozens of demonstrators outside a courthouse in Istanbul.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump slams the Supreme Court for rejecting his push to restrict mail ballots</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-supreme-court-justice-mail-voting-f43346"/><id>urn:uuid:58ee6f4d-a8f1-439c-9153-1345076df323</id><updated>2026-09-15T09:43:49.278-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump is assailing the Supreme Court after it rejected his push to restrict mail-in voting in this year's midterms.</summary></entry><entry><title>McIlroy leads a strong field at Wentworth for European flagship and PGA Tour starts fall series</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/bmw-pga-wentworth-europe-pga-tour-asheville-k39383"/><id>urn:uuid:e9323d7f-d587-4aa8-9e37-104756b97664</id><updated>2026-09-15T09:31:31.736-04:00</updated><summary>The best show in golf this week is at European tour headquarters for the BMW PGA Championship at Wentworth.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mary Jo Buttafuoco being treated for breast cancer</title><author><name>Maureen Mullarkey</name><email>maureen.mullarkey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/celebrities/mary-jo-breast-cancer-ed09zz8x"/><id>urn:uuid:db4206c4-69ec-455b-b28e-77979c7019b8</id><updated>2026-09-15T09:17:48.350-04:00</updated><summary>The 71-year-old is undergoing radiation therapy, she told Newsday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Senate blocks cryptocurrency regulation as Democrats push back on Trump investments</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/senate-crypto-bill-midterms-trump-ethics-i71818"/><id>urn:uuid:234fb739-2a3d-4c83-9c9e-65dfcfb2fcf9</id><updated>2026-09-15T09:00:52.953-04:00</updated><summary>Senate Democrats have blocked legislation to create a new regulatory framework for cryptocurrency.</summary></entry><entry><title>Belarus' authoritarian leader meets US envoy to push for lifting sanctions</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/belarus-lukashenko-us-envoy-coale-prisoners-release-w58373"/><id>urn:uuid:721b69a8-1a4e-4fc7-9abe-9149acaf3f8e</id><updated>2026-09-15T08:54:37.995-04:00</updated><summary>Belarus' authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko has met with a U.S. envoy to push for the lifting of the remaining U.S. sanctions against his country.</summary></entry><entry><title>South African police issue alert after seventh woman's body found near Johannesburg</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-africa-women-deaths-gender-violence-p75105"/><id>urn:uuid:9fe7eeb2-c376-49c8-bd49-93fc1161dd37</id><updated>2026-09-15T08:53:05.831-04:00</updated><summary>The discovery of seven women's bodies around Kempton Park, east of Johannesburg, has sparked fear and a high-level police investigation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island home prices surge to record highs in August in country's 'strongest seller's market'</title><author><name>Jonathan LaMantia</name><email>jonathan.lamantia@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/real-estate/long-island-home-prices-august-2026-kjvcum7o"/><id>urn:uuid:18fe35dc-41a4-4bea-9bd7-63434b05d3bc</id><updated>2026-09-15T08:30:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>New data show prices of single-family homes reached all-time highs in August.</summary></entry><entry><title>An Israeli documentary on the war in Gaza sets off a firestorm at home after Venice award</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/gaza-israel-war-documentary-d60552"/><id>urn:uuid:5fb87a9e-444a-459e-bd00-0eca6e36bc75</id><updated>2026-09-15T08:28:06.213-04:00</updated><summary>An Israeli documentary about the civilian death toll from the war in Gaza has sparked a fierce backlash in Israel after being awarded the special jury prize at the Venice International Film Festival.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: Board votes to close Kennedy Center amid financial woes and name dispute</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-voting-court-inflation-s22284"/><id>urn:uuid:c3ca0fc5-28d6-4652-a28f-ebf2fa0481fd</id><updated>2026-09-15T08:26:51.741-04:00</updated><summary>The Kennedy Center board has voted to close most of the iconic performing arts venue just hours after a federal judge blocked the institution from returning President Donald Trump's name to the building.</summary></entry><entry><title>US acknowledges for the first time that it has deployed weapons in space</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/space-weapons-air-force-l95944"/><id>urn:uuid:07d9d4f6-a0b3-4edf-840e-9be1ab192ec8</id><updated>2026-09-15T08:16:43.018-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. has confirmed for the first time that it has deployed weapons in space.</summary></entry><entry><title>China can block citizens from leaving the country over national security or tech export violations</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/china-immigration-exit-bans-technology-national-security-i98634"/><id>urn:uuid:7b599cb1-de5a-472f-9c68-c6607b7607db</id><updated>2026-09-15T08:08:20.412-04:00</updated><summary>China has introduced new border control rules that could ban citizens from leaving the country if they engage in illegal activities threatening national or industrial security.</summary></entry><entry><title>PGA Tour will have an elite tier and outlines the path to get there and stay there</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/pga-tour-championship-series-rolapp-c16830"/><id>urn:uuid:609bf3f3-68d3-4353-bb4b-56ee1962a31a</id><updated>2026-09-15T08:00:29.830-04:00</updated><summary>The PGA Tour has outlined plans for its two-tier system in 2028.</summary></entry><entry><title>2 US government personnel were accidentally shot by soldiers in the African nation of Eswatini</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/us-government-personnel-shot-eswatini-j77585"/><id>urn:uuid:c80df016-4be9-48d9-8d12-a99df3df65c4</id><updated>2026-09-15T07:57:59.487-04:00</updated><summary>Authorities in Eswatini says that soldiers in the African nation have accidentally shot two U.S. government personnel last week.</summary></entry><entry><title>Inquiry blasts hospital for failure to protect babies after nurse Lucy Letby convicted of 7 murders</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lucy-letby-baby-deaths-hospital-inquiry-chester-g66376"/><id>urn:uuid:8f83c901-5fa1-4697-b1e5-ef92bee78c21</id><updated>2026-09-15T07:57:35.522-04:00</updated><summary>An English judge has issued a scathing report blaming dysfunctional management for failing to protect babies at the hospital where nurse Lucy Letby was convicted of murdering seven infants.</summary></entry><entry><title>As AI debate flares, Melania Trump touts the technology as she tours North Carolina school</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/melania-trump-first-lady-north-carolina-q79246"/><id>urn:uuid:a74f8921-13a4-4195-aaa7-e21518c786fa</id><updated>2026-09-15T07:03:57.137-04:00</updated><summary>First lady Melania Trump visited an elementary school in northwestern North Carolina Tuesday, where she said the U.S. must lead on artificial intelligence.</summary></entry><entry><title>FBI chief Kash Patel defends hiring policy changes on prostitution, bestiality at fiery hearing</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/patel-fbi-congress-schiff-durbin-q70505"/><id>urn:uuid:bdbc8cc1-bf57-4c8a-90ef-247b5776738d</id><updated>2026-09-15T07:00:41.042-04:00</updated><summary>FBI Director Kash Patel is defending the bureau's loosening of hiring requirements regarding prostitution and bestiality, saying the changes were meant to enable victims of those acts to apply for employment without fear of automatic disqualification.</summary></entry><entry><title>As the world debates the risks of AI, China closes the technology gap with the US</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/china-us-ai-models-safety-concerns-a40806"/><id>urn:uuid:95f912a6-4e19-412d-915d-d36f96ee14e1</id><updated>2026-09-15T07:00:32.584-04:00</updated><summary>The rapid development of artificial intelligence has sparked renewed debate about its risks, with both the United States and China expressing concerns.</summary></entry><entry><title>Scotland call for Sevilla forward Robbie Ure in post-World Cup reset under new coach Pocognoli</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/scotland-pocognoli-ure-nations-league-mctominay-t29193"/><id>urn:uuid:44e5705e-ba38-444b-928d-e2d873961f95</id><updated>2026-09-15T06:58:25.779-04:00</updated><summary>A transfer to Spain and change of Scotland coach finally earned Sevilla striker Robbie Ure a first international call on Tuesday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Motorcyclist killed in crash on Old Country Road in New Cassel</title><author><name>Maureen Mullarkey</name><email>maureen.mullarkey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/motorcycle-crash-new-cassel-x41kinro"/><id>urn:uuid:7c36fca1-d134-4273-8478-4a365f93ea27</id><updated>2026-09-15T06:36:29.347-04:00</updated><summary>The operator collided with a car driven by an 81-year-old man, who was injured.</summary></entry><entry><title>Can a Big Ten coach thrive without Power Four experience? UCLA's Bob Chesney offers a test case</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/ucla-michigan-wolverines-penn-state-g72297"/><id>urn:uuid:4789c5e3-0bf6-4c80-82c6-74eb1459acee</id><updated>2026-09-15T06:10:38.160-04:00</updated><summary>One look at the newest members of the Big Ten's head coaching fraternity reveals two distinct schools of thought regarding hiring strategies.</summary></entry><entry><title>Why I object to 'hitting a number' for retirement</title><author><name> By CHRISTINE BENZ of Morningstar</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/morningstar-retirement-portfolio-risk-w54978"/><id>urn:uuid:9209bf71-b977-4ef7-9cc1-b5e9cdd16bbb</id><updated>2026-09-15T06:10:25.633-04:00</updated><summary>There's a lot more to retirement planning than a high portfolio value.</summary></entry><entry><title>Black Caucus launches effort to boost voting among Black, rural and young voters in midterms</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/black-voter-turnout-election-2026-campaign-l89546"/><id>urn:uuid:af32fb5a-b628-4bef-838e-fd5a93a73181</id><updated>2026-09-15T06:08:52.653-04:00</updated><summary>The Congressional Black Caucus Institute is launching a multimillion-dollar campaign to engage lower-propensity voters in key districts before the midterm elections.</summary></entry><entry><title>Amid a Reds slide, Terry Francona finds relief as front office expected to return</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/reds-francona-krall-p04313"/><id>urn:uuid:529e58a3-ed79-4f9a-b010-ec60269c3ab2</id><updated>2026-09-15T06:01:07.118-04:00</updated><summary>Despite losing six of seven and being a season-tying 10 games under.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gambles by Matt LaFleur and Sean McVay backfire on the NFL's opening weekend</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/packers-rams-mcvay-lafleur-nfl-australia-u22349"/><id>urn:uuid:780517fe-203e-4c87-9eef-ef599a9bf30c</id><updated>2026-09-15T06:00:57.222-04:00</updated><summary>The NFL's opening weekend saw two major backfires.</summary></entry><entry><title>In Buffalo and elsewhere, NFL players find grass to be the better choice over artificial turf</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-grass-versus-artificial-surfaces-bills-l05652"/><id>urn:uuid:d3d7fec1-cf25-4da6-b383-594fb2d48949</id><updated>2026-09-15T06:00:48.447-04:00</updated><summary>There's little debate when it comes to NFL players' preference for playing on grass versus artificial surfaces.</summary></entry><entry><title>Florida tries to end a 6-game skid away from home when it opens SEC play at Auburn</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/florida-road-skid-auburn-e80544"/><id>urn:uuid:ff36420a-f519-43e5-8939-e388df188fc6</id><updated>2026-09-15T06:00:37.568-04:00</updated><summary>Florida has lost six consecutive games away from the friendly confines of the Swamp.</summary></entry><entry><title>Saudi crown prince goes to Egypt for support against Houthi strikes, and other Mideast developments</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/houthi-saudi-warplanes-shipping-september-15-2026-v16188"/><id>urn:uuid:df536083-b499-4991-9325-e11a6db6e862</id><updated>2026-09-15T05:52:40.791-04:00</updated><summary>Saudi Arabia's crown prince is reaching out to Egypt for support against Yemen's Houthi rebels who have disrupted key avenues of commerce, contributing to a spike in the global cost of oil.</summary></entry><entry><title>World Athletics Championships to be staged in Africa for the first time with Nairobi as host</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/olympics/world-athletics-kenya-nairobi-africa-munich-g11145"/><id>urn:uuid:9f366576-d615-41ee-81c0-83c9e4508171</id><updated>2026-09-15T05:41:39.341-04:00</updated><summary>The World Athletics Championships are heading to Africa for the first time as Kenya's capital Nairobi has been confirmed host of the 2029 edition.</summary></entry><entry><title>Japan says its surveillance drone probably crashed off its northwestern coast</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/japan-military-reconnaissance-aircraft-missing-p31450"/><id>urn:uuid:242a8b58-7efb-42b8-8048-c80e49d0cfc6</id><updated>2026-09-15T05:34:51.526-04:00</updated><summary>Japan's air force reports that a surveillance drone is believed to have crashed into the sea during a flight Tuesday off the northwestern coast.</summary></entry><entry><title>Barcelona's Camp Nou beats Wembley to host 2029 Champions League final. Munich confirmed for 2028</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/uefa-finals-champions-europa-munich-barcelona-b08541"/><id>urn:uuid:c966e2a8-6ebc-42be-b31d-643fc308cae7</id><updated>2026-09-15T05:30:33.144-04:00</updated><summary>Barcelona's renovated Camp Nou has been picked over Wembley Stadium in London to host the 2029 Champions League final.</summary></entry><entry><title>EU chief sets out her vision for Europe's future in a key speech watched by Canada's Mark Carney</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/europe-commission-state-union-leyen-speech-address-y34639"/><id>urn:uuid:cc771bbe-5b62-4859-9cf9-40a8e9229732</id><updated>2026-09-15T05:02:30.087-04:00</updated><summary>European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has outlined her priorities for the EU, focusing on closer ties with Canada, online child protection, climate change, and Russia's war on Ukraine.</summary></entry><entry><title>Roslyn teacher Allyson Weseley wins national Mary Margaret Moffett Memorial Excellence in Teaching Award</title><author><name>Jim Merritt</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/allyson-wesely-roslyn-high-school-atys6c9s"/><id>urn:uuid:bb18af90-1141-4b0f-8694-2f185a67f10f</id><updated>2026-09-15T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Wesely joined Roslyn High School in 1989, developing the school's AP Psychology class in the early 1990s.</summary></entry><entry><title>Newsday's top 100 Long Island girls volleyball players for 2026</title><author><name>Christopher Matias</name><email>christopher.matias@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/volleyball/girls-volleyball-top-100-vjdw2cex"/><id>urn:uuid:8b37339b-556c-4659-a37d-758b91de0754</id><updated>2026-09-15T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Newsday's annual list of the best girls volleyball players on Long Island.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Jungle Red': Illeana Douglas' colorful story of 'The Women'</title><author><name>Daniel Bubbeo</name><email>daniel.bubbeo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/books/jungle-red-illeana-douglas-niqldnqu"/><id>urn:uuid:dce7d72d-1429-4a38-9f31-c2162ae7b2d5</id><updated>2026-09-15T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>"Jungle Red" takes a deep dive into the making of the 1939 comedy classic.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dominick Critelli, 105, plays saxophone concert in Lynbrook</title><author><name>Kevin J. Redding</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/dominick-critelli-saxophone-goxuq9xx"/><id>urn:uuid:cb2a4c9a-2bcc-462c-9001-efc42b9b0825</id><updated>2026-09-15T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Dominick Critelli concluded five weeks of rehabilitation at Lynbrook Restorative Therapy &amp; Nursing with a saxophone concert.</summary></entry><entry><title>LinkedIn coaches, resume experts: How some Long Island parents are helping Gen Z find a job</title><author><name>Victor Ocasio and Arielle Dollinger</name><email>arielle.dollinger@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/gen-z-career-jobs-hiring-helicopter-parenting-e7rogi5z"/><id>urn:uuid:7e9c6083-2399-491f-9cf3-2690e5af98bb</id><updated>2026-09-15T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>A tough entry-level job market is pushing some parents to take measures such as setting up job posting alerts and hiring job coaches and resume writers.</summary></entry><entry><title>South &amp; North Indian Cuisine Inc. opens in Hicksville</title><author><name>Andi Berlin</name><email>andi.berlin@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/south-and-north-indian-cuisine-inc-opens-in-hicksville-r0ns4ng4"/><id>urn:uuid:00cde2d4-1462-411d-a31c-49ead9c850d4</id><updated>2026-09-15T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The menu is full of interesting categories like cutlets, Kerala snacks, Kerala breakfast items and non-veg roast.</summary></entry><entry><title>Owl Hill County Park in Fort Salonga will have its historic home refurbished, ready for the public</title><author><name>Jean-Paul Salamanca</name><email>jeanpaul.salamanca@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/owl-hill-county-park-edmund-wetmore-estate-funding-vbwj79sj"/><id>urn:uuid:3a4b066a-6ec5-4355-b19e-c1b07d5e219c</id><updated>2026-09-15T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>More of Owl Hill County Park will be open to the public after it was almost turned into a residential development.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Mr. Irrelevant' movie tells story of John Tuggle, former Giants player who became an inspiration for 1986 Super Bowl champions</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/john-tuggle-mr-irrelevant-movie-f12urd5r"/><id>urn:uuid:51ab625d-442e-4048-8285-f24d9cfc30a2</id><updated>2026-09-15T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The film is directed by New York native and longtime Giants fan Jonathan Levine and stars David Corenswet of 'Superman' as Tuggle.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kings Park residents oppose trucking station at former landfill property</title><author><name>Jean-Paul Salamanca</name><email>jeanpaul.salamanca@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/kings-park-landfill-trucking-station-vtrkakr0"/><id>urn:uuid:155db5b5-6b0c-441f-90ff-e70782416a42</id><updated>2026-09-15T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Residents raised concerns about truck traffic, noise and dust.</summary></entry><entry><title>Australian court rules to release youngest serial killer in notorious Snowtown murders</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/australia-serial-killers-snowtown-bodies-barrels-acid-l16839"/><id>urn:uuid:ea423eec-2ecc-4b9d-b221-8fec140901d9</id><updated>2026-09-15T04:58:57.577-04:00</updated><summary>One of the three serial killers involved in Australia's notorious Bodies-in-Barrels murders is set to be released.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yemen fuel shortage hampers migrants trying to flee conflict for the safety of Djibouti</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/djibouti-yemen-red-sea-houthis-a66797"/><id>urn:uuid:2578370a-abfb-448f-b396-9b4e8ca8eea0</id><updated>2026-09-15T04:19:08.623-04:00</updated><summary>A fuel shortage in Yemen is hampering the movement of people attempting to flee the country's escalating fighting and seeking safety across the Red Sea in Djibouti.</summary></entry><entry><title>NATO jets shoot down drone over Lithuania and Russian ship fires flares at Danish helicopter</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-ukraine-war-lithuania-drone-downed-nato-q99846"/><id>urn:uuid:d5206197-1dce-4b8a-ba4d-b578057cd439</id><updated>2026-09-15T04:17:51.144-04:00</updated><summary>NATO says its fighter jets have shot down a drone that entered Lithuanian airspace.</summary></entry><entry><title>All aboard. The Asian Games will lodge thousands of athletes on an Italian cruise ship</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/asian-games-cruise-ship-costa-serena-a02560"/><id>urn:uuid:5a4fab99-4e1b-4f4d-99cc-81189a4e839c</id><updated>2026-09-15T03:49:02.781-04:00</updated><summary>The Italian cruise ship Costa Serena will house up to 5,000 officials and athletes for the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan.</summary></entry><entry><title>Inquiry into New Zealand man who hid his kids in forest for years lambasts officials' actions</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/tom-phillips-shooting-inquiry-marokopa-kids-missing-r49988"/><id>urn:uuid:75971b84-0360-46a5-bc17-50dd00f329d7</id><updated>2026-09-15T03:43:48.554-04:00</updated><summary>A major inquiry into New Zealand man Tom Phillips, who hid his children in a forest for years before dying in a police shootout, criticizes officials for not taking the risks to the children seriously.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suspected sabotage triggers a major Dutch rail outage during rush hour</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/netherlands-sabotage-railway-train-tracks-d29189"/><id>urn:uuid:dd40c083-e6bf-4faf-b8b7-0b1f92082b99</id><updated>2026-09-15T02:55:44.313-04:00</updated><summary>A major outage has hit the Dutch railway system and the company maintaining the rail infrastructure is treating it as possible sabotage.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dem-backed bill to punish illicit massage spas in Nassau still under review, Presiding Officer Howard Kopel says</title><author><name>Bahar Ostadan</name><email>bahar.ostadan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/nassau-spa-bill-fbytyr7y"/><id>urn:uuid:4e327475-9c0e-4d8d-92db-af34fbc56382</id><updated>2026-09-15T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The bill was not brought for a vote at the county's legislature meeting Monday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pilates is on the rebound on Long Island. Here's why.</title><author><name>Joe Dziemianowicz</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/recreation/pilates-core-community-cg5wwlhd"/><id>urn:uuid:8f7bcffa-8650-443d-bfa3-0d4263a3ba31</id><updated>2026-09-15T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Long Island is seeing a boom in Pilates studios. Here's why.</summary></entry><entry><title>Will LIRR go to New Jersey and back again?</title><author><name>The Editorial Board</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/editorials/lirr-penn-station-through-running-trains-y16iqsia"/><id>urn:uuid:ded8a2c3-9406-40ca-a678-f9079d62dd01</id><updated>2026-09-15T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Advocates are renewing the notion of through-running, a big idea worth studying.</summary></entry><entry><title>Hundreds of Flock cameras on Long Island help solve crimes but critics raise alarms about government surveillance</title><author><name>Nicole Fuller</name><email>nicole.fuller@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/flock-cameras-license-plate-readers-privacy-concerns-long-island-op0kn2zd"/><id>urn:uuid:5fab6ccf-d755-44fc-9220-51554a1e287c</id><updated>2026-09-15T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>New York State legislation aims to restrict the use of the automatic license plate readers and prohibit data sharing out of the state.</summary></entry><entry><title>Battery storage feeds into affordability</title><author><name>Matthew Aracich</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/guest-essays/battery-storage-islip-town-f7at0uwu"/><id>urn:uuid:c695a419-5200-4625-9432-2c6e66757aec</id><updated>2026-09-15T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>It gives ratepayers a more efficient grid, and lets union families remain where they are.</summary></entry><entry><title>Housing in Suffolk, smell of marijuana, cutting school district costs</title><author><name>Newsday Readers</name><email>letters@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/letters/suffolk-housing-marijuana-smell-school-district-costs-s9nmi918"/><id>urn:uuid:195c8954-8064-446c-8315-e38fd1ed8b61</id><updated>2026-09-15T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Reader letters to Newsday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Muslim region in southern Philippines holds first elections</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/philippines-muslims-mindanao-election-e62643"/><id>urn:uuid:652e1bc1-c822-4d61-916b-b8fd6a6ee11f</id><updated>2026-09-15T01:40:27.711-04:00</updated><summary>A predominantly Muslim region in the southern Philippines has held its first elections for a regional parliament following years of delays, moving it closer to self-rule after decades of insurgency and violence.</summary></entry><entry><title>An artist captures how summer's heat waves hit Paris and its homeless so hard</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/paris-heat-wave-artist-prints-d48965"/><id>urn:uuid:542baf89-acd9-457f-9388-2789dc8a1212</id><updated>2026-09-15T01:29:23.714-04:00</updated><summary>Paris has been grappling with intense heat and illustrator Marina Antonova captures this in her series "Chronicles of a Heating Planet."</summary></entry><entry><title>Thailand and Cambodia begin UN conciliation process over disputed maritime claims</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/thailand-cambodia-unclos-maritime-disputes-meeting-singapore-y16912"/><id>urn:uuid:97a0eac8-605f-4bd3-a0ba-5f31c5ded7be</id><updated>2026-09-15T01:22:24.257-04:00</updated><summary>Thailand and Cambodia started talks Tuesday to resolve a sea border dispute under a U.N. maritime law agreement.</summary></entry><entry><title>They are paid to bring rain. When it fails — or leads to floods — violence can follow</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/africa-rainmakers-climate-change-violence-r56768"/><id>urn:uuid:46bcf0b3-b416-407f-a7c7-2855df6c9f76</id><updated>2026-09-15T01:19:08.317-04:00</updated><summary>African rainmakers have long served as spiritual leaders in their communities, performing rituals to implore the deities for rainfall.</summary></entry><entry><title>As the last US troops pack up in Iraq, militias signal their weapons will stay</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iraq-us-withdrawal-militias-deadline-j77770"/><id>urn:uuid:43dbfbf5-abd0-4c6e-adc8-30d825028af2</id><updated>2026-09-15T01:17:16.034-04:00</updated><summary>Iraq faces two major deadlines at the end of September.</summary></entry><entry><title>Corbin Carroll hits game-winning, 2-run homer in the 9th to lift D-backs over the Marlins 8-7</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/marlins-diamondbacks-score-c85759"/><id>urn:uuid:d2ebe64e-f006-47b3-9b24-4407c73da966</id><updated>2026-09-15T01:04:12.598-04:00</updated><summary>Corbin Carroll hits a game-winning, two-run homer in the ninth inning, leading the Arizona Diamondbacks to an 8-7 victory over the Miami Marlins on Monday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Reid Detmers and Jose Siri lead last-place Angels to 6-4 victory over fading Mariners</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mariners-angels-score-mlb-h67862"/><id>urn:uuid:ee9bcdc8-ddeb-4da0-87f0-a58057777dcf</id><updated>2026-09-15T00:52:12.990-04:00</updated><summary>Reid Detmers struck out eight over six innings, and Jose Siri and Denzer Guzman each drove in two runs to help the Los Angeles Angels beat the fading Seattle Mariners 6-4.</summary></entry><entry><title>A crisis is shaking Brazil's Supreme Court. Here's what to know</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/brazil-supreme-court-bolsonaro-lula-r64587"/><id>urn:uuid:b8a7123b-9e19-4b21-8fb8-920fa18c1aaa</id><updated>2026-09-15T00:33:53.895-04:00</updated><summary>Brazil's Supreme Court is in the throes of an unprecedented crisis.</summary></entry><entry><title>Carney heads to Europe for high-stakes speech and deeper EU ties as Canada clashes with Trump</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/carney-canada-europe-eu-trump-y49865"/><id>urn:uuid:791a1a8d-e25f-4b01-b9df-ecf324cb8052</id><updated>2026-09-15T00:27:03.218-04:00</updated><summary>Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is heading to Europe seeking deeper ties with the European Union as Canada's trade war with President Donald Trump intensifies.</summary></entry><entry><title>National Hispanic Heritage Month begins with celebrations across the US</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/hispanic-heritage-month-explained-info-latinos-a89409"/><id>urn:uuid:03cd4526-5d25-430a-afb7-a620eb84faee</id><updated>2026-09-15T00:08:35.492-04:00</updated><summary>National Hispanic Heritage Month is being celebrated across the U.S. The celebration highlighting Latino diversity and culture runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.</summary></entry><entry><title>Federal Reserve is expected to raise its benchmark rate, defying Trump's demands</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/federal-reserve-kevin-warsh-interest-rates-y12390"/><id>urn:uuid:e90f860d-2e57-4e60-8c8b-16f9563f8960</id><updated>2026-09-15T00:04:59.285-04:00</updated><summary>The Federal Reserve is widely expected to lift its short-term interest rate for the first time in three years to fight stubbornly high inflation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tech CEOs call for AI regulation. Trump and Congress are not rushing to act</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ai-regulation-trump-congress-tech-politics-c83224"/><id>urn:uuid:f2eb0c4c-3bfe-445b-b9d6-c00a7210a265</id><updated>2026-09-15T00:02:05.602-04:00</updated><summary>The technology industry is urgently warning about the potential harm of artificial intelligence, but political inaction in Washington poses a challenge.</summary></entry><entry><title>White Sox land first blow in AL showdown series against Guardians, win 7-3 to stay atop division</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/white-sox-guardians-al-central-c63830"/><id>urn:uuid:9ab5e8d1-e1b1-4cb1-b2fd-33ba19b6afec</id><updated>2026-09-15T00:01:09.227-04:00</updated><summary>The Chicago White Sox weren't supposed to be anywhere near first place in the AL Central this September.</summary></entry><entry><title>Questions grow after Vanuatu ferry sinking as rescuers search for more than 30 missing</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/vanuatu-ferry-sinking-pacific-islands-m93676"/><id>urn:uuid:c9e1e566-4441-4dfa-b2bf-aa960e8ecd3f</id><updated>2026-09-14T23:52:24.175-04:00</updated><summary>Authorities are searching for more than 30 people missing after a ferry is believed to have sunk off Vanuatu's coast.</summary></entry><entry><title>Patrick Mahomes shines on his surgically repaired knee in Chiefs' season-opening rout of Broncos</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/chiefs-patrick-mahomes-injury-return-broncos-m09370"/><id>urn:uuid:b12b8c33-db99-4240-874a-3b5f3d155f0e</id><updated>2026-09-14T23:45:46.913-04:00</updated><summary>Patrick Mahomes seemingly had no issues with his surgically repaired left knee in the Kansas City Chiefs' season-opening win over the Denver Broncos.</summary></entry><entry><title>Macaulay Culkin and 'Schitt's Creek' stars honor Catherine O'Hara in moving Emmys tribute</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/catherine-ohara-emmys-c68423"/><id>urn:uuid:6a7c4513-3ff7-48e0-ab01-a17f22660b99</id><updated>2026-09-14T23:40:01.842-04:00</updated><summary>Macaulay Culkin remembers Catherine O'Hara as more than just his onscreen mother in the "Home Alone" films.</summary></entry><entry><title>Walker runs all over Denver, Mahomes looks healthy as Chiefs beat up Broncos 31-10</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/broncos-chiefs-score-a16512"/><id>urn:uuid:b22860d0-0827-4780-86de-d77f3bc38ad1</id><updated>2026-09-14T23:25:31.327-04:00</updated><summary>Kenneth Walker III ran for 173 yards and scored two touchdowns in his Chiefs debut, and Kansas City exacted some revenge on the Denver Broncos for stealing their AFC West crown with a 31-10 victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Quinn Mathews pitches Cardinals past Giants 2-1 as Alec Burleson adds to MLB-best RBI total</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/cardinals-giants-score-mathews-q44581"/><id>urn:uuid:4c589324-d64b-4775-aa84-1dfe48e30a4e</id><updated>2026-09-14T23:05:50.350-04:00</updated><summary>Quinn Mathews took a no-hitter into the sixth inning and Alec Burleson had an RBI single to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to a 2-1 victory over the San Francisco Giants.</summary></entry><entry><title>US stocks slip after oil prices and the bond market crank up the pressure</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/stock-markets-oil-rates-inflation-ai-p64080"/><id>urn:uuid:c29a9a32-c01d-48bf-9243-1f235532eeb0</id><updated>2026-09-14T23:02:21.339-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. stock market slipped as oil prices and the bond market cranked up the pressure on Wall Street.</summary></entry><entry><title>Supreme Court lifts a cloud over midterms, letting mail ballots flow as normal to voters</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mail-ballots-scotus-supreme-court-trump-c95436"/><id>urn:uuid:50469c61-3278-4cab-90a4-f2657a92deea</id><updated>2026-09-14T22:59:49.325-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected President Donald Trump's attempt to limit mail voting by imposing new Postal Service regulations for the midterm elections.</summary></entry><entry><title>Zach McKinstry scores go-ahead run on error to help Tigers outlast Blue Jays 6-5</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/tigers-blue-jays-score-x18533"/><id>urn:uuid:e4165b8f-89de-4539-a36f-1ccc1d6ef7b7</id><updated>2026-09-14T22:46:09.035-04:00</updated><summary>Zach McKinstry scored the winning run on a missed-catch error in the ninth inning, leading the Detroit Tigers to a 6-5 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pete Crow-Armstrong hits his 42nd homer on a 4-hit night as Cubs beat Braves 7-3</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/braves-cubs-score-y93789"/><id>urn:uuid:c328f673-6a03-41a6-b129-1c856ad1df8b</id><updated>2026-09-14T22:38:04.689-04:00</updated><summary>Pete Crow-Armstrong hit his 42nd homer to match the Cubs record for a left-handed batter and finished with four hits and four RBIs to power Chicago past the Atlanta Braves 7-3.</summary></entry><entry><title>A quiet toast as the Dodgers clinch record-tying 14th straight playoff spot</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-postseason-l89761"/><id>urn:uuid:9cd7efb8-2a95-462e-9043-f0d0f151f2ac</id><updated>2026-09-14T22:19:25.908-04:00</updated><summary>The Los Angeles Dodgers marked their record-tying 14th consecutive trip to MLB's postseason with a toast of bubbly after a 4-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ella Candel scores two goals for Hills West in draw with Smithtown West</title><author><name>Jonathan Ruban</name><email>jonathan.ruban@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/girls-soccer/smithtown-west-half-follow-hills-west-uh7ypmcz"/><id>urn:uuid:d977d3f2-d1c8-4f2d-bdf1-1dc8abf6f344</id><updated>2026-09-14T22:01:22.975-04:00</updated><summary>Gabrielle Arguelles scored the tying goal for Smithtown West with 10:25 remaining.</summary></entry><entry><title>Emmys 2026: Noah Wyle repeats, Jean Smart wins again, Rhea Seehorn finally wins her first</title><author><name>Verne Gay</name><email>verne.gay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/tv/emmys-2026-winners-list-noah-wyle-rhea-seehorn-oaagq8ko"/><id>urn:uuid:7afeb53c-61da-4f56-8b89-8aaeab0f819f</id><updated>2026-09-14T22:00:54.485-04:00</updated><summary>Wyle won a second straight drama actor Emmy for "The Pitt" and Seehorn took her first — for "Pluribus," while Smart won her fifth for "Hacks."</summary></entry><entry><title>Peters draws key walk after 18-pitch plate trip, White Sox down Guardians 7-3, stay atop AL Central</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/white-sox-guardians-s76733"/><id>urn:uuid:253a7aea-a99a-4c37-bc5b-5283fb1a554e</id><updated>2026-09-14T22:00:49.232-04:00</updated><summary>Tristan Peters fouled off 12 pitches in an 18-pitch plate appearance that keyed Chicago's six-run outburst in the sixth inning and the White Sox beat the Cleveland Guardians 7-3 to stay atop the AL Central.</summary></entry><entry><title>David Lennon: Pete Alonso's return reminds Mets fans of better days, anger at David Stearns</title><author><name>David Lennon</name><email>dave.lennon@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/david-lennon/mets-pete-alonso-skhrxitg"/><id>urn:uuid:c08bf460-af86-48a3-b270-3813a16851ab</id><updated>2026-09-14T21:38:52.876-04:00</updated><summary>Mets fans transitioned straight from cheering Pete Alonso at the plate to chanting "Fire Stearns!" now that fan favorite wears an Orioles jersey.</summary></entry><entry><title>Indigenous leader Raoni receives palliative care in Brazil after cancer diagnosis</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/brazil-raoni-palliative-care-cancer-i86193"/><id>urn:uuid:23480ce4-34e1-490d-ad1a-5b46519dadf9</id><updated>2026-09-14T21:38:31.992-04:00</updated><summary>Renowned Indigenous Chief Raoni Metuktire is receiving palliative care at home in the Brazilian heartland after being diagnosed with cancer at age 94, his institute says.</summary></entry><entry><title>High school roundup: Soccer, volleyball, field hockey and badminton scores</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/roundup-soccer-volleyball-field-hockey-badminton-scores-bkwwjhnm"/><id>urn:uuid:32d006ea-e422-4fe0-9f94-aab997e79286</id><updated>2026-09-14T21:32:25.864-04:00</updated><summary>Notable results from across Long Island high school sports.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jean Smart makes Emmy history with fifth straight 'Hacks' win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/jean-smart-emmys-t31568"/><id>urn:uuid:6c30bf97-8269-402b-bcb7-518e018fbb77</id><updated>2026-09-14T21:26:17.259-04:00</updated><summary>Jean Smart has achieved a historic milestone by winning her fifth Emmy for lead actress in a comedy series for every season of "Hacks."</summary></entry><entry><title>Dodgers clinch 14th straight playoff berth behind Skubal's 7 scoreless innings in 4-1 win over Reds</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-reds-score-h16092"/><id>urn:uuid:0b6fa2a2-c81c-4f97-abff-2910c3aa41d4</id><updated>2026-09-14T21:22:47.696-04:00</updated><summary>The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched their 14th consecutive playoff berth with a 4-1 win over the Cincinnati Reds behind Tarik Skubal's seven shutout innings and home runs by Kyle Tucker and Teoscar Hernández.</summary></entry><entry><title>Taylor Swift skips the Emmys for Arrowhead, cheering on hubby Travis Kelce alongside Tom Cruise</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/taylor-swift-denver-broncos-kansas-city-chiefs-o66759"/><id>urn:uuid:f514cee0-7155-44cc-81a8-842fa42e7330</id><updated>2026-09-14T21:16:47.570-04:00</updated><summary>Pop superstar Taylor Swift was back at Arrowhead Stadium on Monday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chiefs first-round pick Mansoor Delane hurts shoulder after interception in debut against Broncos</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/broncos-chiefs-injuries-n68363"/><id>urn:uuid:7881b152-59da-4654-b455-15945e2c187b</id><updated>2026-09-14T20:57:46.375-04:00</updated><summary>Chiefs cornerback Mansoor Delane hurt his shoulder in Kansas City's season opener against the Broncos, ending his night after just one series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mets fans show love, appreciation to Pete Alonso in Citi Field return</title><author><name>Laura Albanese</name><email>laura.albanese@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mets/pete-alonso-mets-glmumy8a"/><id>urn:uuid:13e7b4f1-357e-473d-86dc-96c3983a3014</id><updated>2026-09-14T20:49:21.983-04:00</updated><summary>Former Met gets video tribute, old walk-up music played and huge ovations in return to Flushing.</summary></entry><entry><title>A reality check awaits for the Raiders as a tough 6-game stretch begins at the Chargers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/raiders-analysis-week-1-u85502"/><id>urn:uuid:e5f0832e-95f6-4f70-b766-5fc74a10694a</id><updated>2026-09-14T20:42:49.875-04:00</updated><summary>The Las Vegas Raiders are gearing up for a challenging six-game stretch that will test their progress.</summary></entry><entry><title>Freddie Freeman's knee, Shohei Ohtani's bat and the Dodgers' October calculus</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-ohtani-freeman-t51977"/><id>urn:uuid:303aa33c-1b0e-47f7-9a50-8e226ea22179</id><updated>2026-09-14T20:40:33.316-04:00</updated><summary>Freddie Freeman wasn't in the Los Angeles Dodgers lineup for Monday night's game against the Cincinnati Reds as he deals with right knee soreness.</summary></entry><entry><title>Seahawks' Sam Darnold has a soft tissue injury and the timeline for his return is unclear</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/seahawks-sam-darnold-injury-t42397"/><id>urn:uuid:42777d26-4553-4fe7-b15f-0b66d84dbd6a</id><updated>2026-09-14T20:30:01.043-04:00</updated><summary>Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold has what the team calls a "very unique, soft tissue" glute injury with no set timeline for his return.</summary></entry><entry><title>Taylor, Bengals know there is still plenty of room for improvement despite 1-0 start</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/bengals-defense-burrow-s78289"/><id>urn:uuid:4adc22d5-cb99-415b-a1b5-50f523ccee38</id><updated>2026-09-14T20:20:56.779-04:00</updated><summary>Zac Taylor is pleased with Cincinnati's 33-27 win over Tampa Bay, but he sees room for improvement.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yankees officially are in playoffs, but the focus is on winning the AL East</title><author><name>Roger Rubin</name><email>roger.rubin@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/yankees-analysis-kn7rsy6c"/><id>urn:uuid:e188dc60-1f67-43de-88a0-43bd6bc32098</id><updated>2026-09-14T19:57:58.361-04:00</updated><summary>They clinched a playoff berth with the Blue Jays' loss to Detroit on Monday night, but they still have a fight ahead to clinch a wild-card home field advantage — or better yet, an AL East title.</summary></entry><entry><title>Emmy Awards highlights: Mariska Hargitay sings, Taylor Swift jokes in a skit and 'Buffy' alum unite</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/emmy-awards-2026-highlights-t36134"/><id>urn:uuid:1f9ffe46-95c0-49d6-9d83-29df8115b287</id><updated>2026-09-14T19:49:12.166-04:00</updated><summary>The Emmy Awards featured big wins for "The Pitt" and "Widow's Bay," but surprises included appearances by Taylor Swift and Sally Field celebrating Canada.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suffolk DA Ray Tierney says search for DNA link to 'Asian Doe' shows progress in Flushing</title><author><name>Anthony M. DeStefano</name><email>tony.destefano@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/gilgo-beach-killings/asian-doe-suffolk-county-district-attorney-ray-tierney-o1f8mae5"/><id>urn:uuid:fd47b056-eba7-4b70-a887-271cdd422e55</id><updated>2026-09-14T19:48:43.243-04:00</updated><summary>Investigators collected DNA samples from people in a Chinese American community in Flushing, Queens.</summary></entry><entry><title>For young Dolphins and first-year coach, shaky opener is part of the rebuilding process</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/dolphins-analysis-week-1-p35102"/><id>urn:uuid:8e9da3fe-90d3-49b0-b255-d85818da7562</id><updated>2026-09-14T19:44:45.613-04:00</updated><summary>The Miami Dolphins' season-opening loss to the Las Vegas Raiders was a sobering reminder of the growing pains that come with a full organizational rebuild.</summary></entry><entry><title>Saints enter Week 2 emboldened by their dramatic near comeback in Detroit</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/new-orleans-saints-analysis-i72823"/><id>urn:uuid:0ec1ede2-9ffe-4726-baac-dfdde825c009</id><updated>2026-09-14T19:40:12.179-04:00</updated><summary>The New Orleans Saints are moving on to Week 2 sounding more emboldened than disappointed by their season-opening loss to Detroit.</summary></entry><entry><title>Supreme Court rejects Trump mail ballot restrictions ahead of midterms</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-mail-voting-executive-order-lawsuit-o25232"/><id>urn:uuid:c02aa51e-f595-4cc5-9175-3a6614655cf0</id><updated>2026-09-14T19:36:56.158-04:00</updated><summary>The Supreme Court has rejected President Donald Trump's bid to restrict mail ballots ahead of the midterm elections.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vikings' plan for better QB depth and stronger running game comes in handy in season-opening win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/vikings-week-1-analysis-s25695"/><id>urn:uuid:f54d6a41-853f-45e5-9413-b2e9b2cd96ba</id><updated>2026-09-14T19:25:38.797-04:00</updated><summary>The inconsistency, inexperience and injuries the Minnesota Vikings endured with their quarterbacks last season dragged down the entire operation.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chiefs start undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson at left tackle with Josh Simmons out in opener vs Denver</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/broncos-chiefs-inactives-c25641"/><id>urn:uuid:96912897-8132-43e7-8081-ee325194b59c</id><updated>2026-09-14T19:15:51.352-04:00</updated><summary>The Kansas City Chiefs were missing left tackle Josh Simmons for their season opener against the Denver Broncos on Monday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kelly A. Reape</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/kelly-a-reape-and-justice-of-the-supreme-court-10th-judicial-district-afwrm3zm"/><id>urn:uuid:07ddb9a3-4e1d-4c7f-8d44-16ac8576383a</id><updated>2026-09-14T19:10:26.254-04:00</updated><summary>Justice of the Supreme Court, 10th Judicial District</summary></entry><entry><title>Lions hoping Jahmyr Gibbs can stay as productive despite losing backfield partner</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/lions-analysis-week-1-gibbs-u17419"/><id>urn:uuid:fe18f0c3-cb83-4020-8b44-d40534dfc701</id><updated>2026-09-14T19:05:39.897-04:00</updated><summary>The Detroit Lions know they are asking a lot of star running back Jahmyr Gibbs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bills open season in familiar fashion with Josh Allen still patching over defensive deficiencies</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/bills-analysis-week-1-l65870"/><id>urn:uuid:42cfd12b-ffbe-40ec-9279-9bfc28c1c62d</id><updated>2026-09-14T18:59:59.095-04:00</updated><summary>The new-look Buffalo Bills don't look much different than the past meetings in beating the Houston Texans to open the season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mike LaFleur aces head coaching debut with Cardinals, earning a win and some much-needed momentum</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/arizona-cardinals-win-jacoby-brissett-l61116"/><id>urn:uuid:6e19cecf-7e1d-4268-ae4a-a2e60ae0c3e2</id><updated>2026-09-14T18:58:14.647-04:00</updated><summary>Mike LaFleur aced his head coaching debut for the Arizona Cardinals, becoming the first non-interim to win his debut with the franchise since 1973.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chargers' defense struggles in first outing under new coordinator Chris O'Leary</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/chargers-analysis-oleary-mcdaniel-r26574"/><id>urn:uuid:f5b7bf67-fb0d-430d-baf7-b52f42e0b288</id><updated>2026-09-14T18:53:35.855-04:00</updated><summary>Mike McDaniel wasn't the only Los Angeles Chargers coordinator to have a bad debut on Sunday.</summary></entry><entry><title>US watchdog tallies Iran war's hit to weapons stockpiles, military bases and more</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-war-damage-pentagon-inspector-general-s15413"/><id>urn:uuid:80d652cc-7797-46e3-9ec9-8dc79f2408c8</id><updated>2026-09-14T18:47:17.464-04:00</updated><summary>A U.S. government watchdog has released its first report on the impact of the Iran war.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bolivian coach alleges death threats made to goalkeeper before 6-0 loss and calls for probe</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/bolivia-soccer-guabira-death-threats-e20369"/><id>urn:uuid:231ef8fb-4008-4ad3-aebb-4bfae62b721b</id><updated>2026-09-14T18:46:04.266-04:00</updated><summary>The coach of Bolivian club Guabirá says goalkeeper Juan Manuel Ferrel received death threats before Sunday's 6-0 loss to Club Always Ready.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bears score 59 points in opening win despite quiet days for a couple of Williams' top targets</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/bears-analysis-caleb-williams-a37470"/><id>urn:uuid:f90c79ec-6a12-4af7-bf51-e0cee3398250</id><updated>2026-09-14T18:43:06.965-04:00</updated><summary>Colston Loveland was shut out.</summary></entry><entry><title>Packers seeking answers on offensive line after failing to protect Love in season-opening collapse</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/green-bay-packers-analysis-a38006"/><id>urn:uuid:43f2bb88-a75e-44cc-95c2-2263a9ae0d0a</id><updated>2026-09-14T18:42:54.462-04:00</updated><summary>Green Bay Packers coach Matt LaFleur says he's open to making changes to an offensive line that had no answers for Minnesota's furious pass rush during another fourth-quarter collapse.</summary></entry><entry><title>DHS voter probe may break state laws and wrongly implicate US citizens, whistleblower alleges</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/trump-election-noncitizen-voting-homeland-security-whistleblower-e55921"/><id>urn:uuid:a771cc5b-4fdd-48ff-8331-13ad30490beb</id><updated>2026-09-14T18:38:18.487-04:00</updated><summary>A whistleblower claims a Trump administration effort to find noncitizen voters may violate state laws.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kawhi Leonard's return to Toronto is official as Raptors and Clippers complete long-awaited deal</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/raptors-clippers-kawhi-leonard-trade-f23068"/><id>urn:uuid:f197f7ff-274c-4a55-967f-807178af0868</id><updated>2026-09-14T18:29:13.144-04:00</updated><summary>Kawhi Leonard is heading back to the Toronto Raptors after all.</summary></entry><entry><title>Todd Monken stands by Deshaun Watson after his performance in Browns' opening loss sparks fan outcry</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/browns-analysis-watson-monken-g33027"/><id>urn:uuid:8c01b215-b61e-4247-8f3a-c909d704455b</id><updated>2026-09-14T18:24:10.415-04:00</updated><summary>Cleveland Browns fans are used to their team stumbling out of the gate and not playing well in season openers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cinema Arts Centre's Dylan Skolnick addresses 'serious misconduct' charges</title><author><name>Rafer Guzm&amp;aacute;n</name><email>rafer.guzman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/movies/dylan-skolnick-vh9svvra"/><id>urn:uuid:445c9b89-9b32-463e-ab8d-d25caeb10397</id><updated>2026-09-14T18:21:17.083-04:00</updated><summary>Dylan Skolnick also provided Newsday a demand letter he received from board members listing their allegations.</summary></entry><entry><title>How good was Giants QB Jaxson Dart in Week 1? The numbers show potential for a second-year leap.</title><author><name>Evan Barnes</name><email>evan.barnes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-analysis-dn69xm0d"/><id>urn:uuid:c4144120-1d5a-4ceb-980d-18c00806b691</id><updated>2026-09-14T18:12:21.497-04:00</updated><summary>The second-year quarterback displayed an efficient, mature performance that ranks among the best of his young career.</summary></entry><entry><title>Falcons' quarterback questions persist after shaky effort by Cooper Rush in opening loss to Steelers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/falcons-analysis-stefanski-quarterbacks-i77933"/><id>urn:uuid:65e27a29-f975-4a54-9982-2b44aad212d8</id><updated>2026-09-14T18:11:20.570-04:00</updated><summary>The Atlanta Falcons' opening loss at Pittsburgh only added more uncertainty to the quarterback question that has persisted since the start of training camp.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump nominates wife of 'God Bless the USA' singer Lee Greenwood to serve as US ambassador</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-lee-greenwood-nomination-ambassador-h42063"/><id>urn:uuid:6f6606f3-e5b0-4011-bf74-870438cada4c</id><updated>2026-09-14T18:03:06.541-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump has nominated the wife of "God Bless the USA" singer Lee Greenwood to serve as the U.S. ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean.</summary></entry><entry><title>US Solheim Cup captain Angela Stanford takes assistant job at alma mater TCU after loss to Europe</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/angela-stanford-tcu-lpga-r02673"/><id>urn:uuid:a225bfdd-6136-434a-9217-4b2dd0fcc516</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:58:39.004-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. Solheim Cup captain Angela Stanford has taken a position as an assistant women's golf coach at her alma mater, TCU, following the Americans' loss to Europe in the biennial team competition.</summary></entry><entry><title>Darlene Love, at 85, finally gets the spotlight to herself in a new documentary at TIFF</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/darlene-love-tiff-documentary-u52103"/><id>urn:uuid:6b18dfde-644c-4179-9ff8-d97418237334</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:58:10.215-04:00</updated><summary>It's cosmic justice that Darlene Love, whose career in music so often went uncredited in her youth, still sings so well at age 85.</summary></entry><entry><title>McConnell returns to the Senate for the first time since his June hospitalization</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mitch-mcconnell-senate-return-w26857"/><id>urn:uuid:970e29c8-73b3-442b-99ac-16f024b21c5c</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:57:54.691-04:00</updated><summary>Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky has returned to the Senate after a long absence.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island Ducks ride hot streak, record-breaking performances into Atlantic League playoffs</title><author><name>Michael Sicoli</name><email>michael.sicoli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/local/ducks/long-island-ducks-lbmgeeqj"/><id>urn:uuid:6442d4e7-cd84-43a3-ab55-b0b8c2f5b3bc</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:48:20.800-04:00</updated><summary>They won 12 of their final 14 games to win the second half of the Atlantic League North title and make the playoffs.</summary></entry><entry><title>Leeds crushes Newcastle, Betis run continues in Spain; Roma and Inter tied atop Serie A</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/inter-milan-leeds-newcastle-roma-como-sevilla-a87827"/><id>urn:uuid:c2524fea-e2bc-4aab-b24f-3b7cc0040a25</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:46:40.420-04:00</updated><summary>Real Betis has won again to extend its strong start to the season in Spain.</summary></entry><entry><title>WHO validates Chile as first South American country to eliminate dog-transmitted rabies</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/chile-rabies-public-health-dogs-p11905"/><id>urn:uuid:1fa91816-9d2b-4288-8a23-21007a48bc3f</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:43:26.414-04:00</updated><summary>Chile has become the first South American country to eliminate dog-transmitted rabies to humans, according to the World Health Organization.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brookhaven moves to fix landfill cleanup plan after DEC finds errors</title><author><name>Carl MacGowan</name><email>carl.macgowan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/town-landfill-plume-cleanup-itz59bza"/><id>urn:uuid:fc1a7a15-76d3-4a02-9edf-f80e14ac6b4d</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:40:14.649-04:00</updated><summary>The 4-mile toxic plume is south of the town's landfill.</summary></entry><entry><title>NYS gets green light to start phasing out Regents high school graduation requirement</title><author><name>Lorena Mongelli</name><email>lorena.mongelli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/nys-regents-diploma-high-school-tg3chvwk"/><id>urn:uuid:20b12816-e003-450d-b16d-f30c1a1f196d</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:39:11.038-04:00</updated><summary>Starting in the 2027-28 school year, New York will no longer require a Regents diploma to graduate high school.</summary></entry><entry><title>Energy giants seeking to merge say they'll extend Virginia residents' bill credits and add jobs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/dominion-energy-data-centers-virginia-nextera-merger-s16854"/><id>urn:uuid:241acae0-e14a-4669-ba33-f26c2bebf9ed</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:34:45.164-04:00</updated><summary>Power giants NextEra Energy and Dominion Energy are rolling out plans to sweeten their proposed merger in Virginia, Dominion's home base.</summary></entry><entry><title>McCarthy stays vague as Steelers sit Joey Porter Jr. amid back rehab, contract limbo</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/pittsburgh-steelers-mike-mccarthy-aaron-rodgers-y78691"/><id>urn:uuid:5ef53f9d-6c9d-4b07-9223-2d8e1820d682</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:31:57.931-04:00</updated><summary>Mike McCarthy's first win as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers came against the backdrop of cornerback Joey Porter's absence.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Alligator Alcatraz' detainees were held in small metal cages, federal report says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/florida-detention-trump-conditions-immigration-alligator-f11344"/><id>urn:uuid:b1aaa058-9f76-4b2f-903c-34fa7d6d24b6</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:25:58.382-04:00</updated><summary>Detainees at a now-closed immigrant detention center in the Florida Everglades — known as "Alligator Alcatraz" — were held for up to two hours in small metal enclosures used as "calming areas."</summary></entry><entry><title>A Vermont man is on trial for shooting 3 Palestinian students. He claimed the CIA told him to do it</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/jason-eaton-vermont-palestinian-students-shooting-m51512"/><id>urn:uuid:61ab8552-60bc-4e6e-8fb2-e0153b27e35e</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:19:11.553-04:00</updated><summary>Jason Eaton insisted he was acting on orders from the CIA and Mossad when he shot three Palestinian college students who were walking past his home a few days after Thanksgiving.</summary></entry><entry><title>LSU's Lane Kiffin says 'both sides won' when he left Ole Miss, but he still expects 'hatred'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/lane-kiffin-lsu-ole-miss-y34205"/><id>urn:uuid:88a360db-1ad3-4702-a8c8-483e2bb6551b</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:16:48.264-04:00</updated><summary>Lane Kiffin says he expects a lot of attention and "hatred" this week as his No. 7 LSU Tigers prepare to visit No. 8 Mississippi on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Calvert-Lewin decisive for Leeds in 4-1 win over dismal Newcastle</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/newcastle-leeds-calvertlewin-premier-league-g05359"/><id>urn:uuid:23aaf578-04df-433e-b3ad-b2305a22644a</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:11:01.615-04:00</updated><summary>Leeds has moved into third place in the Premier League with a comprehensive 4-1 win over Newcastle.</summary></entry><entry><title>James A. McDonaugh</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/james-a-mcdonaugh-and-justice-of-the-supreme-court-10th-judicial-district-u5c1y5io"/><id>urn:uuid:494f0d07-0815-4571-8976-05d30143c6ff</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:09:27.892-04:00</updated><summary>Justice of the Supreme Court, 10th Judicial District</summary></entry><entry><title>Hundreds gather in eastern Congo to mourn victims of school fires</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/funeral-fire-congo-bukavu-m23-v13261"/><id>urn:uuid:e5528cca-9db9-436f-ab17-4edd3ceb867b</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:08:09.453-04:00</updated><summary>Hundreds of people gathered on Monday at a mass funeral in eastern Congo to mourn 27 young victims of a school fire, as families wept and officials laid down wreaths and made speeches.</summary></entry><entry><title>Macklemore is dropped from Ed Sheeran's tour over pro-Palestinian comments onstage</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/macklemore-dropped-ed-sheeran-tour-w58568"/><id>urn:uuid:da8345d9-2a8e-47cb-9e09-a5e9ad2dc294</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:04:57.951-04:00</updated><summary>Macklemore says he has been dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop tour following pro-Palestinian comments he made onstage earlier this month at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ryans: Texans must cut explosive plays after giving up 36 points to the Bills</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/texans-defense-analysis-i89074"/><id>urn:uuid:e76bb695-168a-4987-bae9-a978589a7b8a</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:00:56.513-04:00</updated><summary>Sunday's shocking defensive debacle by the Houston Texans in a 36-31 loss to the Buffalo Bills proved what coach DeMeco Ryans always preaches to his team.</summary></entry><entry><title>John Kelly</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/elections/john-kelly-and-justice-of-the-supreme-court-10th-judicial-district-a6boohqv"/><id>urn:uuid:86ce77f2-257e-4a33-afbd-5694c48397cf</id><updated>2026-09-14T17:00:30.790-04:00</updated><summary>Justice of the Supreme Court, 10th Judicial District</summary></entry><entry><title>3rd-party candidate stirs up Hempstead Town race</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/the-point/hempstead-town-supervisor-race-martin-oliner-hh9j1qnk"/><id>urn:uuid:c6c38d5c-5ff5-42d3-b682-74452d5cd5a8</id><updated>2026-09-14T16:58:04.525-04:00</updated><summary>The Point is Newsday Opinion's daily newsletter inside the local, city and state political scenes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pass protection and chunk plays hurt the Commanders, who still came close to an upset in Philly</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/commanders-analysis-jayden-daniels-i67526"/><id>urn:uuid:b77c5edd-bb56-496a-9c5f-49a0c739e8c6</id><updated>2026-09-14T16:39:53.810-04:00</updated><summary>As expected, Jayden Daniels had to spend a lot of time in the season opener navigating a pass rush that Washington struggled to block.</summary></entry><entry><title>Female athletes accuse Sydney Sweeney ad of sexualizing women in sports</title><author><name>The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/sydney-sweeney-ad-novig-ct3ir8vu"/><id>urn:uuid:0b0c6c52-87fd-4843-aaf8-636c050b1d8f</id><updated>2026-09-14T16:38:48.652-04:00</updated><summary>An ad campaign featuring actor Sydney Sweeney has sparked backlash from female athletes who say it sexualizes women in sports.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lin Chung, 34, of Queens, dies while competing in Hamptons triathlon, police say</title><author><name>Nicholas Spangler</name><email>nicholas.spangler@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/triathlon-hamptons-death-a3zg7zw5"/><id>urn:uuid:5a4dfa3c-1a45-4597-91a6-e9373c80dbb8</id><updated>2026-09-14T16:30:14.806-04:00</updated><summary>The Queens man took part in the Mighty Hamptons Steve Tarpinian Memorial Triathlon.</summary></entry><entry><title>Belmont Park renovations feature upgraded facilities for backstretch workers</title><author><name>Ben Dickson</name><email>benjamin.dickson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/horse-racing/belmont-park-renovations-d9immkn4"/><id>urn:uuid:b8a7a7f9-5479-458d-a96c-b0773233e194</id><updated>2026-09-14T16:16:29.352-04:00</updated><summary>The improvements aim to give them a better quality of life.</summary></entry><entry><title>Panthers looking for answers after allowing franchise-record 59 points to the Bears</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/panthers-defense-bryce-young-b53863"/><id>urn:uuid:cea80abc-7ac3-4cf0-b756-009d0afb8fef</id><updated>2026-09-14T16:14:58.591-04:00</updated><summary>The Carolina Panthers are dealing with defensive issues after a 57-39 loss to the Chicago Bears.</summary></entry><entry><title>Eagles' new offense gets a passing grade after Week 1, but there's still work to be done</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/eagles-analysis-nick-sirianni-jalen-hurts-t53983"/><id>urn:uuid:e85960c1-d8e2-45df-9488-2d255e74d97c</id><updated>2026-09-14T16:09:14.355-04:00</updated><summary>The Eagles hired new offensive coordinator Sean Mannion in part to bring explosive plays back to Philadelphia's offense.</summary></entry><entry><title>Female athletes accuse Sydney Sweeney ad of sexualizing women in sports</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/olympics/sydney-sweeney-ad-novig-y40074"/><id>urn:uuid:e6112e80-34df-455d-a4d6-d8e801b4636a</id><updated>2026-09-14T15:58:42.566-04:00</updated><summary>An ad campaign featuring actor Sydney Sweeney has sparked backlash from female athletes who say it sexualizes women in sports.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vikings aren't sure yet if Kyler Murray can play this week with QB recovering from a concussion</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/vikings-murray-concussion-v28868"/><id>urn:uuid:a2240d74-11bb-43e4-97d0-07ff7259a566</id><updated>2026-09-14T15:56:06.960-04:00</updated><summary>Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray began the week in the NFL concussion protocol in continuing his recovery from an illegal hit to the head that forced him out of his first game with the team in the first quarter.</summary></entry><entry><title>Colts' revamped defense delivers another bad opening-day performance in 41-23 loss to Ravens</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/colts-defense-analysis-e67642"/><id>urn:uuid:072428a7-42df-4bb5-a933-4ff94a547492</id><updated>2026-09-14T15:44:36.520-04:00</updated><summary>The Indianapolis Colts spent an entire offseason reshaping their defense.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sewanhaka High School water damage caused by leaking faucet, district says</title><author><name>Maura McDermott</name><email>maura.mcdermott@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/sewanhaka-high-school-closed-water-damage-h2o6hvqg"/><id>urn:uuid:2abba5b4-b283-4880-83c1-ab0350829464</id><updated>2026-09-14T15:31:02.191-04:00</updated><summary>Sewanhaka High School was closed Monday due to "significant" damage from a "plumbing issue" over the weekend, district officials have said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Protect College Sports Act gets renewed push and fresh opposition as college football returns</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/protect-college-sports-act-c69144"/><id>urn:uuid:81994aaa-b5ab-4e55-841d-48d14539882a</id><updated>2026-09-14T15:28:28.754-04:00</updated><summary>Proponents of the Protect College Sports Act are pushing to pass the legislation through the Senate before the chamber breaks in the coming weeks.</summary></entry><entry><title>Suffolk to blaze new trail honoring Theodore Roosevelt's county connection</title><author><name>Bart Jones</name><email>bart.jones@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/teddy-roosevelt-suffolk-lz1qomq1"/><id>urn:uuid:68a3db67-dd8f-46b8-b749-b54ad822b362</id><updated>2026-09-14T15:25:28.867-04:00</updated><summary>A kickoff event on Monday included a Roosevelt impersonator.</summary></entry><entry><title>Siblings from Suffolk admit using fraudulent loan documents to purchase vehicles, then resell them online for quick cash</title><author><name>Grant Parpan</name><email>grant.parpan@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/suffolk-scheme-fake-loans-resell-cars-m03meh5m"/><id>urn:uuid:fc58784e-87c7-4f69-9405-7b692e2e152e</id><updated>2026-09-14T15:24:38.078-04:00</updated><summary>Mark McCall and Keith Agard led more than 30 co-defendants who erased liens, forged DMV paperwork and then sold fraudulently bought vehicles, prosecutors said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bob Mackie came to the Hamptons to share his life story</title><author><name>Daniel Bubbeo</name><email>daniel.bubbeo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/celebrities/bob-mackie-guild-hall-ym3aanj5"/><id>urn:uuid:4d4715e1-2087-4c19-b655-071c66efe5c1</id><updated>2026-09-14T15:23:38.000-04:00</updated><summary>The designer, who died Monday, came to Guild Hall for a film screening and interview.</summary></entry><entry><title>Top-ranked Texas likes the view from No. 1 but is focused on long season ahead</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/texas-longhorns-arch-manning-q18856"/><id>urn:uuid:f2e38a86-8f7e-419e-ad00-4e60582b4f07</id><updated>2026-09-14T15:23:09.682-04:00</updated><summary>Texas has seen the view from No. 1 and knows the fall from the college football summit can be hard.</summary></entry><entry><title>Missouri election chief faces whistleblower lawsuit from fired election integrity director</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/election-integrity-whistleblower-lawsuit-missouri-v56316"/><id>urn:uuid:02c1b8b5-4ccc-417f-a933-f93ca469da6c</id><updated>2026-09-14T15:20:02.051-04:00</updated><summary>Missouri's former election integrity director has filed a whistleblower lawsuit against Republican Secretary of State Denny Hoskins.</summary></entry><entry><title>Report: Hayden Panettiere may have died from fentanyl-laced oxycodone</title><author><name>Verne Gay</name><email>verne.gay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/tv/hayden-paniettiere-death-ha8ypdtc"/><id>urn:uuid:590ef04f-c289-48a5-a9de-563cbdbb70aa</id><updated>2026-09-14T15:20:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>She may have taken a single fentanyl-laced oxycodone on the day of her death.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lucien Smith, multidisciplinary artist and art world fixture of the 2010s, dies at 37</title><author><name> Los Angeles Times (TNS)</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/lucien-smith-multidisciplinary-artist-obituary-fjatcqfd"/><id>urn:uuid:05e6b9e5-bd18-40c9-ab68-6406acbae4d2</id><updated>2026-09-14T15:12:15.517-04:00</updated><summary>LOS ANGELES — Lucien Smith, a multidisciplinary artist who garnered national acclaim in the 2010s,</summary></entry><entry><title>Domain names of 12 sites making 'deepfake' pornographic videos of celebrities seized by Manhattan DA</title><author><name>Michael O&amp;#39;Keeffe</name><email>michael.okeeffe@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/new-york/crime/deepfake-domain-names-seized-manhattan-district-attorney-gpj3uyhv"/><id>urn:uuid:210a1b44-39cc-46e7-94b1-8e533fd97495</id><updated>2026-09-14T14:58:33.119-04:00</updated><summary>The district attorney is investigating how artificial intelligence was used to turn preexisting photos and videos into nonconsensual, fake pornography.</summary></entry><entry><title>Heupel: Tight end Ethan Davis out for season with ACL injury for No. 15 Tennessee</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/tennessee-heupel-ethan-davis-acl-u78960"/><id>urn:uuid:221b3469-1387-427d-957e-08f8dea2c3a0</id><updated>2026-09-14T14:57:22.548-04:00</updated><summary>Tennessee coach Josh Heupel says that senior tight end Ethan Davis will miss the rest of the season with an ACL injury for the 15th-ranked Volunteers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Turnover-prone Baker Mayfield turns attention to matchup against Browns</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/mayfield-trotter-buccaneers-o96615"/><id>urn:uuid:27e4acab-1cd5-43ca-b9d8-677bd6d8796a</id><updated>2026-09-14T14:55:33.847-04:00</updated><summary>The Buccaneers saw the best and worst of Baker Mayfield in their first season-opening loss since 2020.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mexico launches antitrust investigation over alleged monopolistic soccer practices</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/mexico-soccer-liga-mx-cas-e59263"/><id>urn:uuid:edc08b43-d142-4e14-aa38-3ca104ccaedc</id><updated>2026-09-14T14:51:58.578-04:00</updated><summary>Mexico's National Antitrust Commission has launched an investigation into potential monopolistic practices in domestic soccer.</summary></entry><entry><title>Seniors Calendar: Long Island events Sept. 27-Oct. 4</title><author><name>Newsday</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/senior-calendar-li-event-listins-c2ez5903"/><id>urn:uuid:4955b5b9-3c7b-4ad4-9fde-fb58898ed0ec</id><updated>2026-09-14T14:42:40.515-04:00</updated><summary>BASKET RAFFLE AND CRAFT FAIR Holbrook: More than 250 raffle baskets, décor and holiday crafts,</summary></entry><entry><title>Louisville adds fifth-year forward LJ Wells to the basketball roster for this season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-basketball/louisville-lj-wells-kelsey-c13687"/><id>urn:uuid:399d7a70-7309-473b-864d-1a21c8687bbf</id><updated>2026-09-14T14:32:34.189-04:00</updated><summary>Louisville coach Pat Kelsey has added another fifth-year player to the roster with forward LJ Wells now available this season for the Cardinals.</summary></entry><entry><title>Wide receiver Parker Washington shows value to Jags in opener</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jaguars-parker-washington-contract-negotiations-i07488"/><id>urn:uuid:f3a2462d-6ced-438c-8fab-de3122d8d61b</id><updated>2026-09-14T14:27:14.627-04:00</updated><summary>Parker Washington proved his worth in Jacksonville's 34-10 rout of Cleveland in the season opener for both teams.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nevada's first wastewater-to-drinking-water plant breaks ground in Reno</title><author><name> The Nevada Independent</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/wastewater-drinkingwater-plant-reno-truckee-river-l34803"/><id>urn:uuid:1a723bcd-cff4-40e1-8372-17ed2d2f2c56</id><updated>2026-09-14T14:17:32.216-04:00</updated><summary>Officials in Nevada broke ground last week on a facility that will treat wastewater to make it compliant with drinking-water standards.</summary></entry><entry><title>Serbia's protesting youth formally join race challenging Vucic before next month's election</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/serbia-election-students-vucic-oct-25-j07480"/><id>urn:uuid:7591bb3f-aebe-43d8-a508-8ace1ce73d49</id><updated>2026-09-14T14:17:26.892-04:00</updated><summary>University students behind nearly two years of anti-government protests in Serbia have formally entered an election race before an early parliamentary vote next month challenging populist President Aleksandar Vucic.</summary></entry><entry><title>Why Aaron Glenn was upset with the Jets' defense at the end of Sunday's win over the Titans</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/jets-defense-aaron-glenn-bv9a9uk5"/><id>urn:uuid:dd1fef85-cf3f-4485-9c95-7a8653bb9e03</id><updated>2026-09-14T14:13:51.193-04:00</updated><summary>The defense has to do more with the Packers coming to MetLife Stadium on Sunday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Abbott agrees to settlement over closure of largest baby formula plant in the US</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/abbott-infant-formula-justice-michigan-recall-r81125"/><id>urn:uuid:e50225f8-f14c-42dd-85df-6cfa03c2c10d</id><updated>2026-09-14T14:02:22.116-04:00</updated><summary>Abbott Laboratories says that it will pay $385 million to resolve claims tied to an investigation and lawsuit brought by the Justice Department related to its manufacturing and 2022 recall of powdered infant formula at a Michigan facility.</summary></entry><entry><title>Anthropic's AI apocalypse warning is much too weak</title><author><name>Parmy Olson</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/anthropic-ai-doomsday-warning-x5ozir80"/><id>urn:uuid:4d11e0f6-24a0-4637-a6fe-0340e0e6cfcf</id><updated>2026-09-14T14:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Researchers understand only a fraction of what happens inside their models.</summary></entry><entry><title>UCF QB Alonza Barnett III out with hamstring injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/ucf-knights-alonza-barnett-iii-o77108"/><id>urn:uuid:ba2eb776-d83e-48bd-bdc2-29cf70e508e3</id><updated>2026-09-14T13:40:59.298-04:00</updated><summary>UCF quarterback Alonza Barnett III is expected to miss several weeks with a hamstring injury after leaving the Knights' game late in the 12-7 loss to Pittsburgh on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Joe Sakic plans to indefinitely stay in GM role for Avs with no search scheduled, AP source says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/avalanche-joe-sakic-general-manager-x21533"/><id>urn:uuid:843df1c7-e2d4-4752-8e0f-daf75095a1f5</id><updated>2026-09-14T13:40:21.770-04:00</updated><summary>Joe Sakic will remain in the role of general manager for the Colorado Avalanche indefinitely with no search scheduled, a person with knowledge of the situation tells The Associated Press.</summary></entry><entry><title>A historically Black college in Oakland, California? A task force is dreaming</title><author><name> The Oaklandside</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/historically-black-college-oakland-task-force-jobs-p89339"/><id>urn:uuid:4908b9b3-3fa9-4e4e-903b-7b9170cf2ae0</id><updated>2026-09-14T13:28:36.362-04:00</updated><summary>A task force is working to bring a historically Black college or university to Oakland, California, with Mayor Barbara Lee being central to the effort.</summary></entry><entry><title>Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding celebration was partially funded by Russian oligarch, the couple confirms</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/donald-trump-jr-umar-kremlev-bettina-trump-wedding-russia-y57779"/><id>urn:uuid:cbaa4fc2-89f9-4ef2-b6dc-c00d14499d4e</id><updated>2026-09-14T13:28:18.886-04:00</updated><summary>Donald Trump Jr.'s new wife, Bettina, is confirming that her May wedding weekend celebration was partially funded by a man with close ties to Russian President Vladimir Putin.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sean McVay says Rams' season opener made it clear Myles Garrett needed knee surgery</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/myles-garrett-rams-j66914"/><id>urn:uuid:4d7c4a88-704f-4d9c-982b-c31c803a6603</id><updated>2026-09-14T13:21:51.242-04:00</updated><summary>After spending time during training camp trying to manage Myles Garrett's knee injury, it was the Los Angeles Rams' dismal season-opening loss to the San Francisco 49ers that made it evident to everyone that the star defensive end needed surgery.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mahmoud Khalil lawsuit says Columbia failed to protect pro-Palestinian activists</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/khalil-palestinian-protests-columbia-lawsuit-l76434"/><id>urn:uuid:808d1379-f5e9-480b-9359-a7759208ce4c</id><updated>2026-09-14T13:17:52.783-04:00</updated><summary>Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil is suing Columbia University, alleging it failed to address harassment against him and other members of a pro-Palestinian campus group.</summary></entry><entry><title>Baltimore's offense looked terrific in the opener, but injuries at wide receiver are concerning</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/baltimore-ravens-analysis-lamar-jackson-s35952"/><id>urn:uuid:494cd8e5-9bd6-42a0-b69a-d61abc240d28</id><updated>2026-09-14T13:04:38.601-04:00</updated><summary>Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens amassed 506 total yards in the season opener, making Jesse Minter a winner in his head coaching debut.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man killed after driving into Sunken Meadow Park toll plaza, igniting fire</title><author><name>John Asbury</name><email>john.asbury@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/suffolk/sunken-meadow-park-fire-toll-booth-tagz2e4n"/><id>urn:uuid:d8872548-db65-4ca7-aa01-63435c8b7cfd</id><updated>2026-09-14T13:02:19.640-04:00</updated><summary>The park, located in Kings Park, is closed until further notice, officials said.</summary></entry><entry><title>United Kingdom's unity threatened by pact between Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/wales-scotland-northern-ireland-independence-uk-devolution-u30137"/><id>urn:uuid:db0dcd27-2333-4af0-805b-7344aebd825f</id><updated>2026-09-14T13:01:30.487-04:00</updated><summary>The leaders of Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland have signed a pact that threatens the breakup of the United Kingdom.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Harry Potter: Forbidden Forest' trail coming to Westchester</title><author><name>Carissa Kellman</name><email>carissa.kellman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/harry-potter-forbidden-forest-experience-westchester-hhom7ybb"/><id>urn:uuid:7018e19e-0568-44df-8349-f6de03d64945</id><updated>2026-09-14T12:47:53.411-04:00</updated><summary>Experience the magic of "Harry Potter" in this forbidden forest with spell-casting, magical creatures and a Hogsmeade-style village this October.</summary></entry><entry><title>Supreme Court to decide whether to hear Maine lobsterman's challenge to GPS boat tracker requirement</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/lobster-boat-supreme-court-gps-tracker-requirement-m68023"/><id>urn:uuid:c15936d8-4c24-4cc3-bb03-2763a8b30fa8</id><updated>2026-09-14T12:41:09.461-04:00</updated><summary>The Supreme Court will decide this month whether to hear a lobster fisherman's challenge to a rule requiring electronic tracking devices on boats.</summary></entry><entry><title>Explicit photos surface of Long Island House candidate Chris Gallant</title><author><name>Billy House</name><email>billy.house@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/chris-gallant-photos-n07w530k"/><id>urn:uuid:1187ac1f-3b36-4bb5-b3dc-b5bf6e62c669</id><updated>2026-09-14T12:41:02.877-04:00</updated><summary>Democrat Chris Gallant said he is "not embarrassed or ashamed."</summary></entry><entry><title>Nassau police ID Uniondale homicide victim as Tadeo Alvarado-Chavez, of Roosevelt</title><author><name>John Valenti</name><email>john.valenti@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/uniondale-homicide-nassau-police-rb46cy7w"/><id>urn:uuid:43bf3ff5-f7f9-4a36-8378-992328fa3b3b</id><updated>2026-09-14T12:38:46.949-04:00</updated><summary>The victim was pronounced dead at the scene by a police medic.</summary></entry><entry><title>Maduro ally Alex Saab expected to plead guilty in federal money laundering case</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/maduro-alex-saab-guilty-plea-a97073"/><id>urn:uuid:cc903864-d8d2-417f-8462-50799f3a3158</id><updated>2026-09-14T12:34:41.553-04:00</updated><summary>Alex Saab, a close ally of ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, is expected to plead guilty Tuesday in a federal case.</summary></entry><entry><title>Man pleads not guilty in the hanging death of a Mississippi woman</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/tasia-fortune-mississippi-hanging-r93856"/><id>urn:uuid:683f2e64-6ce3-4756-be38-a588c00356a7</id><updated>2026-09-14T12:30:52.658-04:00</updated><summary>A man arrested in the hanging death of a 29-year-old Black woman in Mississippi has pleaded not guilty to a murder charge.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bob Mackie, designer to the stars who dressed Cher and Marilyn and defined '70s glamour, dies at 87</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/bob-mackie-dies-fashion-designer-m13432"/><id>urn:uuid:ec8cb07e-f54a-43cf-b0f4-7a9aedd56d35</id><updated>2026-09-14T12:30:14.422-04:00</updated><summary>Fashion designer Bob Mackie has died at 87.</summary></entry><entry><title>Buffalo Sabres bank on Noah Ostlund's potential by signing 22-year-old to 8-year, $52.8M contract</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/sabres-ostlund-contract-h34840"/><id>urn:uuid:28fdd174-ce4a-435d-9c17-1caf457a7f1c</id><updated>2026-09-14T12:28:12.147-04:00</updated><summary>The Buffalo Sabres are banking on forward Noah Ostlund's potential by signing the 22-year-old to an eight-year, $52.8 million contract.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kennedy Center board to propose new options for honoring Trump as center confronts solvency worries</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-kennedy-center-w78744"/><id>urn:uuid:b3b4e088-7b53-4e2b-bb13-0cbecb0867aa</id><updated>2026-09-14T12:25:07.512-04:00</updated><summary>The Kennedy Center Board of Trustees is planning to propose adding President Donald Trump's name to the facility's exterior in recognition of his saving the building from its "precarious fiscal position."</summary></entry><entry><title>Costco raises price for Kirkland motor oil, sets purchase limit</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/costco-motor-oil-diesel-iran-amazon-kirkland-n70823"/><id>urn:uuid:df1ab514-938a-4205-8648-1c284f838a49</id><updated>2026-09-14T12:21:06.338-04:00</updated><summary>Costco has raised the price of motor oil sold under its exclusive private-label brand as well as limited how much of it customers can buy weekly as oil prices climb yet again.</summary></entry><entry><title>How a photographer sees images of daily life as a unifying force</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/one-extraordinary-photo-j98555"/><id>urn:uuid:e07eec26-eb80-4990-8ea8-d5348e0bb6e8</id><updated>2026-09-14T12:20:58.447-04:00</updated><summary>Vadim Ghirda is a Bucharest, Romania-based Associated Press photographer who has documented major news, conflict and humanitarian stories for more than 35 years.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump's 'little war' with Iran just got a lot bigger</title><author><name> Marc Champion</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/commentary/us-iran-war-trump-qhh0p3aq"/><id>urn:uuid:48ddf29f-9c08-4b6d-8d49-d79fda9ecd0f</id><updated>2026-09-14T12:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Everybody is guessing at many of the factors that will decide this issue.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ecuador hires Marcelo Gallardo as national team coach for the 2030 World Cup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/marcelo-gallardo-ecuador-world-cup-2030-h44466"/><id>urn:uuid:6a77e62e-bbf7-4b73-829d-daa2fb10a7ab</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:59:04.462-04:00</updated><summary>Marcelo Gallardo, one of Argentina's most celebrated coaches, has agreed to manage Ecuador's national team for the 2030 World Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>Officials say 4 people were hospitalized after a crane collapsed at a Miami construction site</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/miami-crane-collapse-p52850"/><id>urn:uuid:c7be091e-87de-4ea9-886d-a62670fec1d4</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:58:44.245-04:00</updated><summary>Officials say four people were hospitalized after a crane collapsed at a Miami construction site.</summary></entry><entry><title>Allied Physicians Group to open new pediatric urgent care centers in Medford, Franklin Square</title><author><name>Victor Ocasio</name><email>victor.ocasio@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/urgent-medicine-pediatric-opening-oa2pbqil"/><id>urn:uuid:ad1627ad-3d52-4673-94a8-916b0023354e</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:55:07.250-04:00</updated><summary>The new centers, co-located at existing pediatric offices, will offer care to children from 4 p.m. to midnight and on weekends.</summary></entry><entry><title>AP Player of the Week: Oklahoma State QB Drew Mestemaker beat Oregon with his arm and legs</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/drew-mestemaker-oklahoma-state-player-of-week-o93525"/><id>urn:uuid:21a708a7-d352-48e5-a947-e1f0c733d8e0</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:54:58.222-04:00</updated><summary>Oklahoma State quarterback Drew Mestemaker is The Associated Press national college football player of the week for his performance in a 39-31 upset of Oregon.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texas landowners ask a court to stop Trump's Big Bend wall plans</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/border-wall-lawsuit-texas-trump-immigration-p61881"/><id>urn:uuid:e6c65ea1-941c-4d38-b8b6-50f2549539af</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:52:33.856-04:00</updated><summary>Landowners, ranchers, and business owners in Texas are suing to stop the Trump administration's border wall plans in the Big Bend region.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tom Rock: When is the last time the Jets and Giants were 1-0 to start the season?</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/tom-rock/giants-jets-week-1-wins-xqie8rkd"/><id>urn:uuid:8b201376-80e3-4874-b4f4-f8f1e5fefca1</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:52:02.627-04:00</updated><summary>Optimism in the local NFL community was high on Monday after the season-opening wins.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mamdani, James suing to stop Trump from denying green cards to public benefits recipients</title><author><name>Matthew Chayes</name><email>matthew.chayes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/new-york/public-charge-rule-immigrants-lawsuits-nyc-ny-state-c2pz1ee9"/><id>urn:uuid:dda70ed9-4569-4f48-ae42-22cd314a3b66</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:51:24.630-04:00</updated><summary>The new policy also applies to parents of citizen children who get public benefits.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ex-CIA Director John Brennan issued subpoena in Trump "grand conspiracy" investigation, lawyer says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-brennan-justice-department-i02905"/><id>urn:uuid:832c8fcd-414c-4a62-b5bc-642a0a10bb41</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:42:24.888-04:00</updated><summary>A lawyer for former CIA Director John Brennan says Brennan has been subpoenaed to testify next month before a Florida grand jury as part of a Justice Department investigation into whether former law enforcement and intelligence officials conspired against President Donald Trump.</summary></entry><entry><title>Montreal Canadiens sign coach Martin St. Louis to a multiyear contract extension</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/canadiens-martin-st-louis-extension-k63792"/><id>urn:uuid:55b05a92-82da-4cbf-9a9c-5f864264a4d3</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:39:56.044-04:00</updated><summary>The Montreal Canadiens have signed coach Martin St. Louis to a multiyear extension.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ben Shelton going straight from the US Open final to Davis Cup and Laver Cup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/ben-shelton-davis-cup-us-open-o78212"/><id>urn:uuid:fb027720-d5f8-436b-8183-5b750f268218</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:39:16.160-04:00</updated><summary>Ben Shelton isn't taking much time off after his run to the U.S. Open final.</summary></entry><entry><title>Monaco striker Brunner facing ban over throat-slitting goal celebration</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/soccer-ligue-1-monaco-discipline-brunner-d20443"/><id>urn:uuid:6e04cd37-1182-4eab-a435-08c310cf8bbf</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:34:33.914-04:00</updated><summary>Monaco striker Paris Brunner is facing a ban after being referred to the French league's disciplinary body for celebrating a goal with a throat-slitting gesture.</summary></entry><entry><title>'60 Minutes': 4 takeaways from the season premiere</title><author><name>Verne Gay</name><email>verne.gay@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/tv/60-minutes-takeaways-rouq1txh"/><id>urn:uuid:34c949e8-b69d-4ed5-8530-3ce0b84fe862</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:16:23.859-04:00</updated><summary>First impressions from the season premiere with its new anchors.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rosalind Eleazar finds the role of a lifetime in Chris Rock's TIFF standout 'Misty Green'</title><author><name>The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/movies/rosalind-eleazar-chris-rock-tiff-misty-green-x61759"/><id>urn:uuid:4817dd6b-f05a-4c7a-b587-0ffbbcf109e0</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:12:18.307-04:00</updated><summary>When Rosalind Eleazar first got a breakdown of Chris Rock's "Misty Green," it had a stress-inducing description of the character, a strong-headed, self-destructive actor in Los Angeles.</summary></entry><entry><title>Metros on Main pizzeria closes after 65-year-run on Main Street in Sayville</title><author><name>Maureen Mullarkey</name><email>maureen.mullarkey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/sayville-pizza-metros-main-bwviztn3"/><id>urn:uuid:ac5feaa0-4a19-4f1c-898e-872c778c6566</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:09:20.409-04:00</updated><summary>The restaurant was a Main Street staple.</summary></entry><entry><title>Layout changes expected next year at new F1 track in Madrid to make racing more exciting</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/f1-spanish-gp-madrid-madring-j29278"/><id>urn:uuid:efd63e0a-0c66-4b6b-8120-2d9442a238bf</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:06:23.950-04:00</updated><summary>Changes are expected to the new Madring track next year after its lackluster debut at the Spanish Grand Prix this weekend.</summary></entry><entry><title>St. John's Big East men's basketball schedule highlighted by matchups vs. rival UConn</title><author><name>Roger Rubin</name><email>roger.rubin@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/st-johns/st-johns-big-east-schedule-qeanm7k1"/><id>urn:uuid:0dfae2b2-0989-4b10-b7ff-f548dc9c6d20</id><updated>2026-09-14T11:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The Red Storm play five of their first seven conference games on the road.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ex-youth detention center counselor faces sex assault trial in New Hampshire</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/new-hampshire-ydc-youth-center-abuse-buskey-meehan-l40587"/><id>urn:uuid:24188321-735f-460d-ba31-52805ed39f7d</id><updated>2026-09-14T10:29:57.573-04:00</updated><summary>A sexual assault trial got underway in New Hampshire for a man whose arrest more than seven years ago kicked off one of the biggest youth detention scandals in U.S. history.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump calls AI risks a 'hoax,' says there is a 'SICK conspiracy' against AI and data centers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-ai-guardrails-data-centers-p39873"/><id>urn:uuid:d4848a9d-6a24-4a84-af66-8f1f33acd7d2</id><updated>2026-09-14T10:14:49.098-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump says he is a sufficient guardrail against rogue artificial intelligence, claiming that any efforts to limit the technology are part of a "SICK conspiracy."</summary></entry><entry><title>Florida State fires athletics director Michael Alford, Bruce Warwick takes over on interim basis</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/florida-state-ad-fired-michael-alford-n34072"/><id>urn:uuid:22003dd2-d572-4cf6-9009-6c0927b95c29</id><updated>2026-09-14T10:08:05.023-04:00</updated><summary>Florida State has fired athletics director Michael Alford.</summary></entry><entry><title>Netflix film 'Women Like Us' could bring $100G to Shelter Island Town</title><author><name>Alek Lewis</name><email>alek.lewis@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/towns/netflix-women-like-us-shelter-island-y3p6j1ie"/><id>urn:uuid:196321d7-c558-428c-941e-9936f5438050</id><updated>2026-09-14T10:03:56.930-04:00</updated><summary>Filming is planned for the last weekend of September, and a casting call seeks locals to play background actors.</summary></entry><entry><title>PSG says Achraf Hakimi has a minor right thigh strain ahead of Marseille match</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/hakimi-psg-marseille-injury-ligue1-q53994"/><id>urn:uuid:24356178-2dfd-407a-aa9d-2e90af3e25f0</id><updated>2026-09-14T09:59:49.778-04:00</updated><summary>Paris Saint-Germain has given reassuring news about Achraf Hakimi's fitness ahead Sunday's match against Marseille.</summary></entry><entry><title>Japanese utility execs resign over falsified quake safety data for 2 nuclear reactors</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/japan-nuclear-energy-chubu-reactor-earthquake-data-w96033"/><id>urn:uuid:57087cd7-4e1e-431f-bc4c-cf6ae41d06dc</id><updated>2026-09-14T09:58:32.614-04:00</updated><summary>The president of Chubu Electric Power Co., Japan's third-largest utility, says he and the chairperson are resigning over manipulated earthquake safety data for two nuclear reactors.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kyle Larson surges to second in NASCAR postseason Chase heading to Bristol track he's dominated</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/nascar-chase-kyle-larson-hendrick-p27522"/><id>urn:uuid:4210b7d4-e193-4c7c-9c57-52a9411c95f7</id><updated>2026-09-14T09:54:25.578-04:00</updated><summary>Even as his winless drought stretched on for more than a year and Hendrick Motorsports' Chevrolets lagged behind his competitors' Toyotas, Kyle Larson never lost faith in his abilities or his team.</summary></entry><entry><title>EPA eliminates rule that limits planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/epa-power-plants-trump-coal-gas-climate-c22995"/><id>urn:uuid:fd3a289b-b864-4b63-9621-f14a17817b68</id><updated>2026-09-14T09:46:30.941-04:00</updated><summary>The Environmental Protection Agency is repealing rules that limit planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants fueled by coal and natural gas, an action the agency said would save industry more than $300 billion in costs and help "unleash" American energy.</summary></entry><entry><title>Longtime AP Rome bureau chief Victor Simpson, who covered 5 popes, dies at 84</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/victor-simpson-obituary-associated-press-s91542"/><id>urn:uuid:38d3ea9e-8b42-4620-8690-7cc733197bb8</id><updated>2026-09-14T09:40:57.194-04:00</updated><summary>Victor L.</summary></entry><entry><title>Valencia shakes up soccer operations to try to end dismal slump at the start of the season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/valencia-laliga-oscar-sanchez-s26390"/><id>urn:uuid:5fd8fa2a-4914-4307-bcc5-42cf5ffa86d3</id><updated>2026-09-14T09:39:50.322-04:00</updated><summary>Valencia is taking action to end its slump.</summary></entry><entry><title>Why Bo Horvat was the best choice to be the Islanders' next captain</title><author><name>Andrew Gross</name><email>andrew.gross@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/andrew-gross/bo-horvat-captain-clgjafhw"/><id>urn:uuid:ec464b9e-e232-43b8-adef-0ac9cbf6fca2</id><updated>2026-09-14T09:33:33.038-04:00</updated><summary>Horvat mixes the best qualities of a captain, and he'll likely play a role in preparing the next captain.</summary></entry><entry><title>The great American road trip, fueled by — and undercut by — the automobile that created it</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/america-250-road-trip-route-66-x68198"/><id>urn:uuid:6c9d44ae-9629-4c80-b505-6359ec80d6fb</id><updated>2026-09-14T09:32:06.859-04:00</updated><summary>The road trip holds a special place in Americans' hearts.</summary></entry><entry><title>Germany's hockey league is upset at the NHL's plan to play games there</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/nhl-germany-g01951"/><id>urn:uuid:29ff658c-acb2-41d4-b39e-cf1ce3af0ec4</id><updated>2026-09-14T09:30:05.802-04:00</updated><summary>The NHL is hosting its first regular season games in Germany in 15 years, but the German league isn't happy.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pope celebrates his 71st birthday but it's Vatican employees who get the gift</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/pope-leo-birthday-library-finance-i74572"/><id>urn:uuid:3f9bbbdc-308d-4804-9bd2-be1822818c5f</id><updated>2026-09-14T09:22:01.336-04:00</updated><summary>Pope Leo XIV has celebrated his 71st birthday but it is Vatican employees who got the gift.</summary></entry><entry><title>Port Jefferson football players can join Rocky Point team after winning appeal</title><author><name>Mike Anderson</name><email>michael.anderson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/port-jefferson-football-tflkwc3b"/><id>urn:uuid:9ce418f3-ab02-4a2c-a92e-fefe0a9375ea</id><updated>2026-09-14T08:37:05.997-04:00</updated><summary>Port Jeff wins appeal with state and can play for neighboring school.</summary></entry><entry><title>AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Delaware's state primary</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/delaware-primary-senate-house-treasurer-attorney-general-i14423"/><id>urn:uuid:6853957a-616d-4b76-9af5-517a2e20be0a</id><updated>2026-09-14T08:35:24.068-04:00</updated><summary>Delaware's Democratic U.S. senator, U.S. representative and state attorney general will go before voters in a state primary Tuesday as they seek reelection.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Latest: Supreme Court rejects Trump's mail ballot restrictions for now ahead of midterms</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-voting-court-artificial-intelligence-y84925"/><id>urn:uuid:f0e89d4f-ddf7-48be-9fbf-f324f2ce1935</id><updated>2026-09-14T08:32:56.598-04:00</updated><summary>The Supreme Court has rejected President Donald Trump's bid to restrict mail ballots ahead of the midterms.</summary></entry><entry><title>Oprah Winfrey wants you to reach your 'AHA' moment at the Sphere</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/oprah-winfrey-sphere-aha-experience-u09960"/><id>urn:uuid:ca39c50d-7b48-4e97-9e62-645098879cfe</id><updated>2026-09-14T08:30:22.854-04:00</updated><summary>Oprah Winfrey will host "Oprah Winfrey's AHA" at the Sphere in Las Vegas from April 2-4.</summary></entry><entry><title>New York Yankees say Legionella bacteria found in stadium cooling tower not linked to outbreak</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/yankee-stadium-legionella-cooling-tower-a58031"/><id>urn:uuid:8356b8ed-5911-47dd-bd0d-7f562f7f9541</id><updated>2026-09-14T08:28:36.823-04:00</updated><summary>Bacteria that cause Legionnaires' disease have been found in a Yankee Stadium cooling tower in New York City.</summary></entry><entry><title>Betty Liu's Sesame-Cumin Chicken is double-fried for flavor and crispiness</title><author><name> Voracious</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/food-and-drink/sesame-cumin-chicken-recipe-s72175"/><id>urn:uuid:4ffcfcbf-d417-4eda-8e30-73e6eba16818</id><updated>2026-09-14T08:27:45.392-04:00</updated><summary>Betty Liu has a chapter on "Frying" in her latest cookbook, "The Chinese Way."</summary></entry><entry><title>A Christian pastor called Arapaho ceremonies 'idol worship.' Now the tribe wants her church gone</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/arapaho-christian-god-nations-ceremony-wind-river-s32163"/><id>urn:uuid:942cae11-57ef-4b37-8f41-edd7e3219790</id><updated>2026-09-14T08:05:14.117-04:00</updated><summary>In the weeks since a Christian pastor on the Wind River Reservation likened Arapaho ceremonial ways to "idol worship," the Sunday morning rhythm has become familiar.</summary></entry><entry><title>Some Democrats are recalibrating their approach to transgender issues as they seek a path to power</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/transgender-sports-newsom-trump-democrats-j50813"/><id>urn:uuid:febb2271-58d4-4eb8-b46d-cc3978439077</id><updated>2026-09-14T07:47:31.021-04:00</updated><summary>An increasing number of Democratic leaders have begun to push back against their party's unflinching support for the transgender community this midterm season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Zelenskyy says Ukraine will pause strikes on Russia if Kremlin spares critical infrastructure</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-ukraine-war-poland-nato-drones-e45454"/><id>urn:uuid:d282f911-58ac-4691-8b33-0c5130a4165b</id><updated>2026-09-14T07:39:20.859-04:00</updated><summary>President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine is ready to stop strikes on Russian territory if allies secure a Russian commitment not to hit Ukraine's infrastructure.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iran denounces Austria for blocking its nuclear chief from a meeting in Vienna</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-nuclear-iaea-travel-ban-austria-eslami-s14373"/><id>urn:uuid:c3458979-ba9e-4e15-bbe6-84909a87789f</id><updated>2026-09-14T07:31:57.113-04:00</updated><summary>Iran has condemned the exclusion of its Atomic Energy Organization head from the UN nuclear agency's meeting in Vienna.</summary></entry><entry><title>Zelenskyy urges parliament to oust prosecutor general over graft turmoil</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-ukraine-war-prosecutor-corruption-g53899"/><id>urn:uuid:4db4334f-22f8-437b-82f9-aa994a918e71</id><updated>2026-09-14T07:30:10.956-04:00</updated><summary>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged parliament to quickly remove Prosecutor General Ruslan Kravchenko over corruption investigations.</summary></entry><entry><title>Democrats and activist groups plan to push back if Trump tries to interfere in midterm elections</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/midterm-election-trump-interference-democrats-strategy-o09748"/><id>urn:uuid:f1157ed7-948a-42dc-95bd-9e5c41883ddc</id><updated>2026-09-14T07:10:00.296-04:00</updated><summary>Democratic state parties are launching an operation for the midterm elections intended to recruit 10,000 volunteers to guard polling places in case armed federal officers show up.</summary></entry><entry><title>PHOTO ESSAY: Border wall cuts through wildlife refuge</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/border-wall-wildlife-refuge-x93211"/><id>urn:uuid:2cf6f9af-3696-439a-8bcd-ea2b226a55ab</id><updated>2026-09-14T07:02:48.784-04:00</updated><summary>ALAMO, Texas — A segment of border wall erected in late July stands incomplete along</summary></entry><entry><title>Kimi Antonelli tries to stay grounded despite another win and big lead in F1 championship race</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/f1-spanish-gp-kimi-antonelli-k53051"/><id>urn:uuid:21ba3063-41ca-4c08-9c52-d27b5982663b</id><updated>2026-09-14T06:38:19.266-04:00</updated><summary>By now, even Kimi Antonelli's closest rival is conceding that the race for the Formula 1 title is pretty much over.</summary></entry><entry><title>Thick haze disrupts flights on Indonesia's Borneo island</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/indonesia-forest-fires-haze-borneo-flights-kalimantan-m64027"/><id>urn:uuid:e7c592ca-8154-44ae-8f16-c747b4896a7f</id><updated>2026-09-14T06:36:00.044-04:00</updated><summary>Thick smoke from forest fires has disrupted flights in Indonesia's West Kalimantan province.</summary></entry><entry><title>Boat with migrants stranded in southern Greece with 1 dead and 20 missing</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/migration-greece-crete-eu-libya-u26314"/><id>urn:uuid:564a537f-cd26-41ac-8263-03113987c562</id><updated>2026-09-14T06:32:24.136-04:00</updated><summary>A migrant has died and at least 20 more are believed missing after a boat traveling from Libya to the island of Crete took on water and became stranded.</summary></entry><entry><title>Interim South Korea coach Moreno denies using AI to prepare for games while naming first roster</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/south-korea-moreno-roster-ai-q12636"/><id>urn:uuid:56f5b823-0ecb-4543-adaf-d7d94aa0e19d</id><updated>2026-09-14T06:20:16.913-04:00</updated><summary>Interim South Korea coach Robert Moreno denied using artificial intelligence in past jobs to prepare for games in naming his first roster.</summary></entry><entry><title>Prosecutors charge German-Ukrainian woman with aiding Russian intelligence</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/germany-russia-spy-charges-espionage-u14568"/><id>urn:uuid:10281158-ec45-4f8a-b5a2-72e515dc9d74</id><updated>2026-09-14T06:13:59.291-04:00</updated><summary>Germany's federal prosecutor's office has filed charges against a German-Ukrainian woman suspected of working for Russian intelligence.</summary></entry><entry><title>Big Ten blues? Week 2 stunners as Ohio State and Oregon collapse give the SEC a boost</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/ap-top-25-college-football-c31463"/><id>urn:uuid:1f2164d9-e84e-4864-858e-ea16a0971cc0</id><updated>2026-09-14T06:10:33.557-04:00</updated><summary>The Big Ten faced a tough Week 2 in college football, with Ohio State losing a 20-point lead to Texas and Oregon getting upset by Oklahoma State.</summary></entry><entry><title>Houthis seize 2 strategic Red Sea islands, and other Mideast developments</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mideast-iran-yemen-houthis-israel-saudi-oil-w87089"/><id>urn:uuid:d985df73-fd73-4f7d-b926-cf4ca044f233</id><updated>2026-09-14T06:08:23.808-04:00</updated><summary>Yemen's Houthi rebels have seized the strategic islands of Greater and Lesser Hanish in the southern Red Sea.</summary></entry><entry><title>Zverev was the best in the majors this year, but won't call himself the best player in tennis</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/us-open-alexander-zverev-v05191"/><id>urn:uuid:710c2382-9a1f-45b0-83ee-e80cc6bb772f</id><updated>2026-09-14T06:00:39.202-04:00</updated><summary>Alexander Zverev won two Grand Slam titles and reached another final this year.</summary></entry><entry><title>4 Connecticut men charged after high speed drag race in Yaphank</title><author><name>Matthew Chayes</name><email>matthew.chayes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/crime/street-takeover-drag-race-rpxmqj1q"/><id>urn:uuid:01e5025f-9040-4c75-b768-b581bdb8c4e2</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:47:34.285-04:00</updated><summary>Fifty vehicles and 100 spectators were involved in the Sunday street takeover.</summary></entry><entry><title>European leaders meet as Arctic thaw opens shipping routes and Russian buildup stokes security fears</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/merz-tusk-arctic-leyen-trump-russia-china-r77380"/><id>urn:uuid:dcad62cf-105b-4447-82c3-21b41f095940</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:42:17.408-04:00</updated><summary>European leaders are highlighting growing competition in the Arctic as global warming opens new shipping routes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Former West Ham and Czech Republic goalkeeper Luděk Mikloško dies at 64</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/miklosko-goalkeeper-west-ham-czech-j26922"/><id>urn:uuid:fc5654c6-499a-457c-9d66-68989305aa09</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:32:14.278-04:00</updated><summary>Former Czechoslovakia, Czech Republic and West Ham goalkeeper Luděk Mikloško has died at 64.</summary></entry><entry><title>China bristles at Anthropic CEO's 'fearmongering' about its AI development</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/china-anthropic-ai-us-amodei-p68988"/><id>urn:uuid:75286ada-04b8-47eb-a314-130e3a283fa1</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:32:00.991-04:00</updated><summary>China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs bristled at the Anthropic CEO's call for the U.S. to curb China's artificial intelligence capabilities as part of a wider argument for a global slowdown on AI development.</summary></entry><entry><title>French Alps 2030 organizers appoint Vincent Roberti as interim president in governance reset</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/olympics/winter-olympics-france-2030-leadership-reset-roberti-f76419"/><id>urn:uuid:67645634-6d68-4739-aa4e-ad0ff403c17e</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:07:50.150-04:00</updated><summary>French organizers of the 2030 Winter Olympics have appointed Vincent Roberti as interim president following the departure of Edgar Grospiron.</summary></entry><entry><title>Newsday's top 10 Nassau boys badminton players for 2026 fall season</title><author><name>Christopher Matias</name><email>christopher.matias@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/badminton/nassau-boys-badminton-dc02zdu4"/><id>urn:uuid:ccc8f3ee-6b74-4aae-b518-c0aa64748853</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Here are the top 10 high school badminton players in the county to start the 2026 season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Review: Tellers: An American Chophouse in Islip</title><author><name>Marie Elena Martinez</name><email>marieelena.martinez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/review-tellers-an-american-chophouse-in-islip-r8g5eci8"/><id>urn:uuid:becb474b-3628-4214-8ed4-7d52a09477ee</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>This stunning, restored bank-turned-restaurant, which celebrated a quarter-century milestone last year, is the crown jewel of the Bohlsen Restaurant Group.</summary></entry><entry><title>Review: No Good Burger Joint</title><author><name>Andi Berlin</name><email>andi.berlin@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/review-no-good-burger-joint-rp2a08g2"/><id>urn:uuid:71ed8f7e-5479-42b6-80ee-ebbd07eff2ed</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>This joint rises to the top of this crop, with its half-pound works of meaty perfection.</summary></entry><entry><title>Review: Okaru in Roslyn</title><author><name>Marie Elena Martinez</name><email>marieelena.martinez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/review-okaru-in-roslyn-lbtvj425"/><id>urn:uuid:eaadd8bd-6915-4d03-8c84-3f9569c763ed</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The handcrafted cocktails are impeccable, the miso is made in-house, dishes change seasonally.</summary></entry><entry><title>Review: Urubamba in Huntington</title><author><name>Marie Elena Martinez</name><email>marieelena.martinez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/review-urubamba-in-huntington-ihhgoow1"/><id>urn:uuid:31970647-68c9-49c0-b838-bdb2b9046f5f</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>If you're not familiar with Peruvian food, this is a wonderful place to explore.</summary></entry><entry><title>Men's knitting/crochet group gathers monthly in Northport</title><author><name>Beth Whitehouse</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/mens-knitting-crochet-long-island-czrv1y74"/><id>urn:uuid:0de381ae-b815-4c83-b867-f51c0874b1e9</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>"It is very rare when you see one guy knitting, let alone nine guys sitting around a table knitting in public," the group's founder said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Review: 236 in Syosset</title><author><name>Marie Elena Martinez</name><email>marieelena.martinez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/review-236-in-syosset-fo7hvhsb"/><id>urn:uuid:ae43e89c-dfc3-43b6-b735-ce6884e30bb7</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Every detail has been considered here, not just the high-quality fish, most of which, is air-shipped from Tokyo's Toyosu Fish Market.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jets' offense shows signs in Week 1 win over Titans that this could be a fun season</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/jets-titans-week-1-dheda0oe"/><id>urn:uuid:144fb74e-17bc-4bc9-8ed2-bad43f62be3e</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>They were efficient and scored 23 points, but Breece Hall wasn't kidding when he said they could've put up 40.</summary></entry><entry><title>A Halloween party is coming to The Paramount in Huntington</title><author><name>David J. Criblez</name><email>david.criblez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/holidays/halloween/the-paramount-halloween-party-k4i4vij9"/><id>urn:uuid:5af0f483-472a-481a-b4b3-126ec75b66d3</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Halloween has "become bigger than New Year's Eve."</summary></entry><entry><title>Huntington mom becomes one of the country's top fundraisers for suicide prevention</title><author><name>Michael R. Ebert</name><email>michael.ebert@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/huntington-aronson-suicide-prevention-fundraising-rae90az1"/><id>urn:uuid:b216cc99-c8e2-4a7b-9aaa-fa939acf0277</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Carrie Aronson has raised more than $380,000 in her daughter's memory for the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention.</summary></entry><entry><title>Review: Kuku in Huntington, Roslyn</title><author><name>Andi Berlin</name><email>andi.berlin@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/review-kuku-in-huntington-roslyn-qyzt6d2v"/><id>urn:uuid:f1eda3d4-5da7-4355-96a3-f0ef7a067e9f</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Order the Korean fried chicken wings in spicy garlic sauce, which is pungent yet thinly coated so the wings retain their crisp.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fall foliage boat cruises to take from New York City</title><author><name>Sheryl Nance-Nash</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/travel/fall-foliage-cruises-nyc-kvjpobfp"/><id>urn:uuid:a70dd430-43a6-4681-96fb-1dda28350102</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>See vibrant colors of fall on Hudson River cruises departing from Manhattan.</summary></entry><entry><title>Review: Karahi Adda in Westbury</title><author><name>Andi Berlin</name><email>andi.berlin@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/karahi-adda-review-westbury-bzotl95e"/><id>urn:uuid:0c6cd2e8-eaee-46fc-a99a-22663e406e61</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>There's no better place to savor the rustic karahi than this chef-owned strip mall spot.</summary></entry><entry><title>Review: Banjara in Bethpage</title><author><name>Andi Berlin</name><email>andi.berlin@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/review-banjara-in-bethpage-p75fn5y1"/><id>urn:uuid:fd5e8c94-a150-44bc-b0f4-013901ede0a7</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>This trendy strip mall spot is at the forefront of Long Island's Indian food wave.</summary></entry><entry><title>Roslyn: High-ranking schools, mixed-use development, Revolutionary War history draw buyers</title><author><name>Frank Lovece</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/real-estate/roslyn-pd1xrbh6"/><id>urn:uuid:ffcc0164-a27c-4d70-8b90-829b240f728b</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The North Shore community "has always been able to accommodate growth and at the same time maintain its historic character," the mayor said.</summary></entry><entry><title>Review: Abu Zayn in Rockville Centre</title><author><name>Erica Marcus</name><email>erica.marcus@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/review-abu-zayn-in-rockville-centre-g94ua39h"/><id>urn:uuid:963ed8b8-32e8-491b-b3d3-e2a811980049</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Egyptian food gets a stylish twist at this modest, chef-driven newcomer.</summary></entry><entry><title>Review: 18 Bay in Jamesport</title><author><name>Erica Marcus</name><email>erica.marcus@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/review-18-bay-in-jamesport-jqq5k6tg"/><id>urn:uuid:ce32ad8d-877a-4fa8-85ce-69f61d259cc3</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Elegant but approachable, 18 Bay is truly committed to local, seasonal cooking.</summary></entry><entry><title>Grading the Giants' Week 1 win over the Dallas Cowboys</title><author><name>Evan Barnes</name><email>evan.barnes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-cowboys-grades-week-1-spsvg6lf"/><id>urn:uuid:7e0b7a75-8ba4-41d3-9b76-fee85a5f9cf1</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Solid marks all around in Big Blue's season opener under John Harbaugh.</summary></entry><entry><title>Review: Fēniks in Southampton</title><author><name>Marie Elena Martinez</name><email>marieelena.martinez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/review-feniks-in-southampton-dmd7apfb"/><id>urn:uuid:2323baf8-0f32-4670-840b-4e79db47831b</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>It's the chef's tasting menu that's standout here, served at a six-seat counter.</summary></entry><entry><title>Review: Lale in Lindenhurst</title><author><name>Erica Marcus</name><email>erica.marcus@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/review-lale-in-lindenhurst-uplb5yul"/><id>urn:uuid:b42f1480-d6a3-4ecb-99c3-aefb533e9ad7</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>This family-run market-cafe excels in Turkish home cooking.</summary></entry><entry><title>Review: Stone Creek Inn in East Quogue</title><author><name>Marie Elena Martinez</name><email>marieelena.martinez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/review-stone-creek-inn-in-east-quogue-ay2j06t3"/><id>urn:uuid:1ad768aa-202b-4c36-936a-55117b748f04</id><updated>2026-09-14T05:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>A country house of a restaurant, both charming and ceremonial, Stone Creek is an example of how fine dining flourishes under the steady gaze of its owners.</summary></entry><entry><title>Africa's biggest oil refinery opens to public ownership, sparking excitement among retail investors</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/nigeria-refinery-dangote-l17020"/><id>urn:uuid:5c54bb7c-e709-4068-b64c-80bd0df16366</id><updated>2026-09-14T04:55:52.314-04:00</updated><summary>Aliko Dangote, Africa's richest man, is opening a portion of his refinery to public ownership in Africa's biggest initial public offering.</summary></entry><entry><title>Djokovic's drop in rankings marks 1st time since 2002 no member of the Big 3 in top 10</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/djokovic-rankings-top-10-zverev-j52376"/><id>urn:uuid:229d4dc8-2f7f-457f-8ca9-1fce6e837751</id><updated>2026-09-14T04:53:09.431-04:00</updated><summary>George W. Bush was president.</summary></entry><entry><title>A case of beer and a social media post that helped turn the tide at the Solheim Cup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/solheim-cup-europe-usa-c66370"/><id>urn:uuid:bcc5c7fe-48a8-4643-846c-4f2f2fe4eb0d</id><updated>2026-09-14T04:31:35.232-04:00</updated><summary>A social media post on the Team USA accounts showing captain Angela Stanford and her team in apparent mid-match party mode on the team bus on Saturday night at the Solheim Cup might only have served to fire up their opponents.</summary></entry><entry><title>A road crash involving multiple vehicles in South Africa kills at least 21 people</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/south-africa-road-crash-21-killed-n66214"/><id>urn:uuid:9f4b0144-7ee9-4736-8219-e90a76112f64</id><updated>2026-09-14T04:23:17.233-04:00</updated><summary>Authorities in South Africa say a road crash involving two minibus taxis and an SUV has killed at least 21 people.</summary></entry><entry><title>For long jumper Sawyers, Ultimate payday gives her a chance to train ... and a new sewing machine</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/olympics/track-olympics-ultimate-jefferson-wooden-h03483"/><id>urn:uuid:735171aa-1ff4-467c-a759-57ead37410f2</id><updated>2026-09-14T03:56:28.894-04:00</updated><summary>The athlete who perhaps best summed up the meaning of track's new experiment, the Ultimate Championship, isn't an ultimate champion herself.</summary></entry><entry><title>Saudi pipeline hit by drones will be out of service for weeks, further restricting oil flow</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/yemen-houthis-saudi-shipping-mandeb-m26041"/><id>urn:uuid:0d5cba8b-314d-4e63-81b4-51136114c6c5</id><updated>2026-09-14T03:47:37.670-04:00</updated><summary>A crucial Saudi oil pipeline that was struck in an attack will mostly be out of service for weeks as the damage is repaired.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sweden may wait long for a new government as the opposition has a narrow lead in a tight election</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/sweden-election-parliament-andersson-kristersson-y14519"/><id>urn:uuid:c0603824-2c2b-476d-973a-cc658845716f</id><updated>2026-09-14T03:31:38.704-04:00</updated><summary>Sweden faces a potentially long wait for a new government as preliminary election results show a thin and still-uncertain lead for the left-leaning opposition, while a hard-right anti-immigration party saw its support slip.</summary></entry><entry><title>India wins women's Asia Cup but yet again refuses to take trophy from Pakistani official</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/cricket-sri-lanka-india-womens-asia-cup-p17311"/><id>urn:uuid:eb8e3323-02e4-4eac-831e-a23024a8f84f</id><updated>2026-09-14T02:09:42.030-04:00</updated><summary>Political tensions between India and Pakistan have spilled onto the cricket field again.</summary></entry><entry><title>NYS to begin mailing utility rebate checks next week</title><author><name>Keshia Clukey</name><email>keshia.clukey@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/region-state/new-york-utility-rebate-wlg1i0jx"/><id>urn:uuid:a8ff4df7-905c-466b-aed9-98317da43d64</id><updated>2026-09-14T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Qualified married joint filers or surviving spouse filers with incomes up to $150,000 will receive a $200 check under the program.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tom Rock: Giants and John Harbaugh live up to all the hype</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/tom-rock/giants-cowboys-john-harbaugh-lldquwo5"/><id>urn:uuid:c52c46ef-8a9a-45a6-82b0-4371f90fed5d</id><updated>2026-09-14T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>John Harbaugh and his team backed up everything that had been said, and then some.</summary></entry><entry><title>Anthony Rieber: The Subway Series was spared from ESPN's Sunday Night Baseball. How do Yankees and Mets fans feel about this?</title><author><name>Anthony Rieber</name><email>anthony.rieber@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/anthony-rieber/yankees-mets-subway-series-espn-sunday-night-baseball-vf0xazcd"/><id>urn:uuid:630de813-ac68-409c-aadc-98823eb2a163</id><updated>2026-09-14T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Fans of both teams were able to enjoy Sunday afternoon baseball games with their local broadcast calls.</summary></entry><entry><title>Musings: A messy founding history yielded a lasting nation</title><author><name>Newsday Readers</name><email>letters@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/letters/us-constitution-founding-fathers-qbss0agj"/><id>urn:uuid:b2a53b17-c5e9-4631-8e49-60d2231df59a</id><updated>2026-09-14T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Reader letters to Newsday.</summary></entry><entry><title>NYS awarded Hempstead's public housing authority $20M in tax breaks despite discrimination finding</title><author><name>Joshua Solomon</name><email>joshua.solomon@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/investigations/housing-authority-hempstead-hud-i7ly6dgx"/><id>urn:uuid:dde27473-116e-4b8c-9482-3658502d48b0</id><updated>2026-09-14T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Experts questioned whether government officials prioritized a partnership with a developer over protecting Long Islanders.</summary></entry><entry><title>Musings: CDs shine for those we lost</title><author><name>Newsday Readers</name><email>letters@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/letters/9-11-victims-congregational-church-of-patchogue-uib3oiuk"/><id>urn:uuid:80f00c87-cf7d-4000-8798-aa8c35a581c0</id><updated>2026-09-14T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Reader letters to Newsday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Personal finance in schools: Long Island students must now learn budgeting and other money management skills</title><author><name>Lorena Mongelli</name><email>lorena.mongelli@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/personal-finance-nysed-portrait-of-a-graduate-dxh4h50p"/><id>urn:uuid:f9586e16-0560-465a-9cff-ff003998c1e5</id><updated>2026-09-14T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>A new state mandate, part of a push to reform high school graduation standards, requires students to learn about personal finance.</summary></entry><entry><title>Musings: On board a bus toward history</title><author><name>Newsday Readers</name><email>letters@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/letters/mlk-jr-i-have-a-dream-speech-kvao44t6"/><id>urn:uuid:72bf2400-aa0d-41f2-a636-67cc713e4e56</id><updated>2026-09-14T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Reader letters to Newsday.</summary></entry><entry><title>AI stocks drop, but the rest of Wall Street holds steadier after oil prices give back an early jump</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/stocks-markets-oil-ai-rates-o55921"/><id>urn:uuid:64375432-c208-4e20-89d9-ac19f22503d1</id><updated>2026-09-14T01:12:58.500-04:00</updated><summary>AI stocks slid worldwide after leaders of the industry warned a slowdown is needed for the safety of humanity.</summary></entry><entry><title>Steve Ballmer backs down on NBA punishment, apologizes as Clippers accept $30 million fine</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/steve-ballmer-clippers-investigation-a75389"/><id>urn:uuid:8fe48dbb-d88f-43e0-9219-72c9e01dd46f</id><updated>2026-09-14T00:52:21.419-04:00</updated><summary>Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer has decided not to fight the NBA's punishment for salary cap circumvention.</summary></entry><entry><title>Carney pitches Canada to global investors as Trump tries to pull investment south</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/canada-carney-investment-summit-toronto-trump-h01954"/><id>urn:uuid:3a09f0f6-fcec-4762-8860-80c8154726fe</id><updated>2026-09-14T00:28:07.276-04:00</updated><summary>Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is courting some of the world's biggest investors as he tries to reduce Canada's economic dependence on the United States.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Widow's Bay' breaks Emmys record with 14 wins including best comedy series, 'Pitt' wins best drama</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/2026-emmy-awards-g98785"/><id>urn:uuid:1c196b72-a4c9-4b8a-bced-6674394bd22a</id><updated>2026-09-14T00:23:42.585-04:00</updated><summary>"Widow's Bay" has stormed the Emmy Awards, breaking a record for a comedy series with 14 awards including best comedy series and three acting wins.</summary></entry><entry><title>Global customers crave texture, challenging companies to make crispier, gooier, chewier foods</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/food-texture-products-crunchy-mouthfeel-nerds-k79561"/><id>urn:uuid:40bf3db2-2e2b-4860-bef5-08a4bb4bcf1b</id><updated>2026-09-14T00:17:32.347-04:00</updated><summary>Want more crunch when you munch or goo when you chew.</summary></entry><entry><title>New warnings about the risks of AI to humanity revive a long-running debate</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/artificial-intelligence-threats-humanity-anthropic-openai-h14845"/><id>urn:uuid:2a8b9e2b-ca6d-4922-bdb0-732de4e1e05a</id><updated>2026-09-14T00:13:03.202-04:00</updated><summary>New warnings from the artificial-intelligence industry have revived debate over whether advanced AI models could escape human control and threaten humanity.</summary></entry><entry><title>Amazon suspends use of 21 Air, the cargo carrier whose plane careened off Miami runway and killed 5</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/miami-runway-amazon-plane-21-air-t06093"/><id>urn:uuid:91e61bc9-974c-4799-831e-a63fbde5f767</id><updated>2026-09-14T00:11:29.216-04:00</updated><summary>The cargo airline that flew the plane that ran off the end of a Miami runway over Labor Day weekend and killed five people lost one of its biggest customers when Amazon suspended its partnership with 21 Air.</summary></entry><entry><title>Some Russians are fleeing abroad, citing draft fears and a loss of freedom</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-war-emigration-ukraine-mobilization-draft-x82042"/><id>urn:uuid:57081d96-9fe7-404c-9dfa-89c77179414e</id><updated>2026-09-14T00:10:56.641-04:00</updated><summary>Some Russians have left the country this year amid rumors of a new mobilization of troops for the war in Ukraine as well as a crackdown on their personal freedoms.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tennis players seeking more prize money say they won't go public with their protests anymore</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/tennis-prize-money-protest-i09979"/><id>urn:uuid:9c66d71f-f2b6-4aa9-b66a-8d3a29c410af</id><updated>2026-09-14T00:09:49.016-04:00</updated><summary>Top tennis players who have been protesting for a larger share of revenues from the biggest tournaments in the sport say they will no longer go public with their demands now that a Grand Slam Player Advisory Council has been formed.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump agreed to new ethics rules to get a crypto bill across the line. But that might not be enough</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/donald-trump-cryptocurrency-senate-c94737"/><id>urn:uuid:a18799b4-9f93-4287-94cd-094ac8a3aae4</id><updated>2026-09-14T00:01:19.214-04:00</updated><summary>To help get a sweeping cryptocurrency bill across the line, President Donald Trump has agreed to new ethics provisions.</summary></entry><entry><title>Giants coach John Harbaugh wins debut, Jaxson Dart throws 3 TD passes in victory over Cowboys</title><author><name>Evan Barnes</name><email>evan.barnes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-cowboys-jaxson-dart-john-harbaugh-ugixm3mp"/><id>urn:uuid:962f3ba4-9e53-45dd-b10e-dc1819427409</id><updated>2026-09-13T23:51:55.066-04:00</updated><summary>Jaxson Dart finished 23-for-29 for 230 yards and tied a career high with three touchdown passes as the new-look Giants offense was more clinical than flashy.</summary></entry><entry><title>Indonesia intensifies search effort for 129 people missing after ferry capsized in Java Sea</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/indonesia-surabaya-banjarmasin-ferry-capsizes-g38367"/><id>urn:uuid:30d6f51f-d9b0-4e7f-857c-fefee910bdff</id><updated>2026-09-13T23:43:17.600-04:00</updated><summary>The search for survivors of a capsized ferry in Indonesia has intensified as 17 ships and aircraft from the military, police and other agencies were deployed.</summary></entry><entry><title>West Virginia assistant football coach Noel Devine arrested on strangulation charge, records show</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/west-virginia-noel-devine-arrested-h47406"/><id>urn:uuid:5c16e09b-9fcd-4be5-882b-125e70183829</id><updated>2026-09-13T23:41:36.286-04:00</updated><summary>West Virginia assistant football coach Noel Devine has been arrested on a felony strangulation charge.</summary></entry><entry><title>Packers get stuffed on 4th down and turn a promising start against the Vikings into poor finish</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/packers-vikings-lafleur-love-w39041"/><id>urn:uuid:1d88d0e0-db78-4e32-95d7-12f970023696</id><updated>2026-09-13T23:34:14.308-04:00</updated><summary>The Green Bay Packers erased three quarters of dominance over a division rival with an implosion down the stretch that looked a lot like the way they finished last season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cavan Sullivan records his first 2-goal game in MLS and the Union cruise past San Diego 5-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/union-san-diego-score-y15814"/><id>urn:uuid:aa2f0bb3-3d3d-4c01-aa73-d402703de927</id><updated>2026-09-13T23:27:08.401-04:00</updated><summary>Cavan Sullivan recorded his first two-goal game in Major League Soccer, and he assisted on the third goal to help the Philadelphia Union cruise to a 5-0 victory over San Diego.</summary></entry><entry><title>More than 30 missing from ferry that sank in Vanuatu</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/vanuatu-ferry-sinking-v46598"/><id>urn:uuid:c1168d39-d436-45f7-88f5-c5f1956bfffb</id><updated>2026-09-13T22:56:19.447-04:00</updated><summary>A search in waters off the Pacific Island nation of Vanuatu is continuing for more than 30 people who officials said were missing after a passenger ferry sank.</summary></entry><entry><title>Machado homers as the Padres beat the Giants 6-4 for 7th straight victory</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/padres-giants-score-m22475"/><id>urn:uuid:e47760b3-e8f6-45d5-99f3-00fd25092b31</id><updated>2026-09-13T22:44:24.883-04:00</updated><summary>Manny Machado hit a two-run homer and the San Diego Padres ran their winning streak to seven games with a 6-4 victory over the San Francisco Giants on Sunday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gutierres scores 2 stoppage-time goals, Boston Legacy beat Washington Spirit 3-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/thorns-stars-legacy-spirit-score-nwsl-q04941"/><id>urn:uuid:b575ecce-06fe-4c4b-81f8-fa86567646bf</id><updated>2026-09-13T22:30:15.255-04:00</updated><summary>Amanda Gutierres scored two stoppage-time goals to help the Boston Legacy beat the Washington Spirit 3-0.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump agrees to new bipartisan ethics provision in massive crypto bill, Republican senators say</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/donald-trump-cryptocurrency-ethics-l72985"/><id>urn:uuid:83145f60-82d3-47be-a684-f7df73a51f8b</id><updated>2026-09-13T22:08:31.341-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump has agreed to a significant portion of a stringent ethics proposal that is part of a broader cryptocurrency bill headed for a key vote this week.</summary></entry><entry><title>An adoring US Open crowd wasn't quite enough to lift Ben Shelton to a history-making title</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/us-open-ben-shelton-alexander-zverev-j19545"/><id>urn:uuid:7ddb8997-5b2a-4e0c-8359-e1bdbaa17edb</id><updated>2026-09-13T21:56:14.979-04:00</updated><summary>Ben Shelton may have had "99.9%" of the U.S. Open crowd cheering for him, as opponent Alexander Zverev estimated.</summary></entry><entry><title>'60 Minutes' opens 59th season on CBS with no direct mention of show's off-season turmoil</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/60-minutes-bari-weiss-cbs-news-r78418"/><id>urn:uuid:bf310669-7c95-4a30-8967-6458279edd5a</id><updated>2026-09-13T21:47:43.319-04:00</updated><summary>The venerable newsmagazine "60 Minutes" opened its 59th season on CBS-TV on Sunday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chargers' new-look offense shows more of the same struggles in loss to Cardinals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/chargers-harbaugh-herbert-cardinals-u53753"/><id>urn:uuid:e1a9e897-c6e7-4837-9440-b43f64743c36</id><updated>2026-09-13T21:37:11.643-04:00</updated><summary>The Los Angeles Chargers' offense struggled in their season opener, losing 28-16 to the Arizona Cardinals.</summary></entry><entry><title>Stefon Diggs hugs the goalpost and gets flagged for costly penalty in Commanders' loss to Eagles</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/commanders-stefon-diggs-celebration-goalpost-eagles-a16967"/><id>urn:uuid:8c9bf0ab-78f3-4f39-8116-23019fc204da</id><updated>2026-09-13T21:29:39.054-04:00</updated><summary>Stefon Diggs celebrated his first touchdown with the Washington Commanders with a hug of the goalpost.</summary></entry><entry><title>Electric mobility brings Africa's energy transition into the wild</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/ev-bikes-wildlife-maasai-safari-africa-l63568"/><id>urn:uuid:18ce830f-6103-4c33-bf1b-d1c24b10e9e0</id><updated>2026-09-13T21:15:48.622-04:00</updated><summary>Electric motorcycles are bringing Africa's energy transition into Kenya's Maasai Mara game reserve, where rangers are using solar-charged bikes to patrol wildlife areas more quietly, and to pursue suspected poachers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Christian Ramírez scores a goal in each half to give Austin a 2-1 victory over the Whitecaps</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/austin-whitecaps-score-g35386"/><id>urn:uuid:ad24851c-0769-4117-b42d-e0d05cf7d9d9</id><updated>2026-09-13T21:14:32.422-04:00</updated><summary>Christian Ramírez scored a goal in each half to give Austin FC a 2-1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps.</summary></entry><entry><title>Japan's biomass energy boom threatens further deforestation in Indonesia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/business/biomass-japan-energy-indonesia-deforestation-wood-forest-l04914"/><id>urn:uuid:68377a56-be46-4375-a5c5-06f4495d28b6</id><updated>2026-09-13T21:12:03.983-04:00</updated><summary>Expanding deforestation in Indonesia caused by the country's wood pellet and chip industry is putting further pressure on tropical forests, Key Biodiversity Areas, and Indigenous territories in the archipelago, according to new satellite analysis from Indonesia-based nongovernmental organizations.</summary></entry><entry><title>Raiders' Ashton Jeanty puts tough rookie year behind him with big debut in year 2</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/raiders-ashton-jeanty-dolphins-d47500"/><id>urn:uuid:bd182325-188e-4c56-8787-6fa1085820c6</id><updated>2026-09-13T21:08:10.789-04:00</updated><summary>Ashton Jeanty's breakout performance provided immediate optimism for the Las Vegas Raiders' offense.</summary></entry><entry><title>North Korea says its recent live-fire drill demonstrated 'huge destructive power'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/north-korea-missiles-drill-kim-trump-k46297"/><id>urn:uuid:b068de6f-1f3a-448f-b680-bc261186f3e9</id><updated>2026-09-13T20:49:45.607-04:00</updated><summary>North Korea says it has conducted a joint live-fire drill involving missiles, artillery and drones that it claimed demonstrated "the huge destructive power of concentrated fire."</summary></entry><entry><title>Yankee Stadium cooling tower tests positive for Legionella bacteria, city says</title><author><name>Tiffany Cusaac-Smith</name><email>tiffany.cusaac-smith@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/health/yankee-stadium-late-august-legionnaires-disease-the-new-york-city-health-department-gaxh31rv"/><id>urn:uuid:1441a955-a097-4c9c-9c08-851b9af6b1d6</id><updated>2026-09-13T20:16:10.576-04:00</updated><summary>The city has identified a Legionnaires' disease cluster in the South Bronx.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vikings close with 29 straight points to beat rival Packers as Wentz replaces injured Murray</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/packers-vikings-week-1-score-c53204"/><id>urn:uuid:4712d066-3842-41d8-bed0-5f2955a993e9</id><updated>2026-09-13T20:11:43.344-04:00</updated><summary>Carson Wentz came in after Kyler Murray's first-quarter concussion in his Minnesota debut and helped the Vikings in a spirited comeback to beat the Green Bay Packers.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ben Johnson wants Bears to be top-scoring offense in NFL history. They're off to a good start</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/bears-ben-johnson-offense-59-points-a78078"/><id>urn:uuid:ea46ab5b-ec6d-437e-9686-e02414c0e504</id><updated>2026-09-13T20:11:29.471-04:00</updated><summary>Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson said last month that winning the Super Bowl isn't enough for him.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mariners stumble again in playoff push, Butler's 9th-inning homer lifts A's to 8-7 win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/athletics-mariners-score-b76810"/><id>urn:uuid:e5f2a7e5-c66a-4a69-8835-a3510d893ae3</id><updated>2026-09-13T20:07:48.162-04:00</updated><summary>Lawrence Butler hit a two-run drive off Andrés Muñoz in the ninth inning for his second home run of the game as the Athletics overcame a four-run deficit and beat Seattle 8-7, leaving the Mariners five games back in the AL West with 12 to play.</summary></entry><entry><title>Payton Tolle starts with immaculate inning, Roman Anthony gets key hit as Red Sox beat Royals 4-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/royals-red-sox-score-p27260"/><id>urn:uuid:453dd9fb-6505-4056-80ed-699ddb3f4e4c</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:59:52.020-04:00</updated><summary>Payton Tolle opened the game with an immaculate inning, Roman Anthony hit a go-ahead single and the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 4-1 in a game that's start was delayed by rain.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jalen Hurts throws 3 TD passes and Eagles stuff Commanders' late 2-point try for 24-22 win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/commanders-eagles-score-d08521"/><id>urn:uuid:13eb868c-87bf-4902-a978-1c71f94dc1db</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:54:47.641-04:00</updated><summary>Jalen Hurts threw for 203 yards and three touchdowns, and the Eagles' Moro Ojomo stuffed the Commanders' attempt at a tying 2-point conversion with 1:01 remaining as Philadelphia squeaked past Washington 24-22.</summary></entry><entry><title>Giants QB Jaxson Dart faces more scrutiny as he takes the wheel in Week 1 vs. Cowboys</title><author><name>Evan Barnes</name><email>evan.barnes@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/giants-jaxson-dart-p1zffy6n"/><id>urn:uuid:a673c883-54e9-4d25-b7a6-fef16a2a4547</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:53:06.738-04:00</updated><summary>Dart faced the Cowboys on SNF as his first full season as Giants QB began</summary></entry><entry><title>Dor Turgeman's first-half goal and second-half assist lead the Revolution past the Fire 2-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/revolution-fire-score-h63736"/><id>urn:uuid:cabb3cc5-80d8-4a72-94ef-5bcb7fafcaa9</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:48:40.640-04:00</updated><summary>Dor Turgeman had a first-half goal and a second-half assist, Peyton Miller scored in his 50th MLS start, and the New England Revolution beat the Chicago Fire 2-1.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kirk Cousins hits 301 career TD passes as Raiders open the season with a 27-13 win over Dolphins</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/dolphins-raiders-score-l26990"/><id>urn:uuid:0c431fba-31b6-415f-b045-be4041aeda87</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:46:32.658-04:00</updated><summary>Kirk Cousins became the 15th quarterback to throw at least 300 touchdown passes in his career after tossing three on Sunday to lead the Las Vegas Raiders to a 27-13 season-opening victory over the Miami Dolphins.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iran's nuclear chief not expected to attend IAEA General Conference, official says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-nuclear-iaea-conference-eslami-travel-ban-r20364"/><id>urn:uuid:820bdcbc-d473-42e1-9b3e-6df1ebdef975</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:44:23.845-04:00</updated><summary>The head of Iran's Atomic Energy Organization is not expected to attend the annual gathering of the U.N. nuclear watchdog's member nations in Vienna for the first time in many years.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cardinals beat Chargers 26-14 as Mike LaFleur wins his head coaching debut</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/cardinals-chargers-score-lafleur-s84592"/><id>urn:uuid:2a55ab0e-c700-44d3-9a7c-2466a7f81b00</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:44:09.499-04:00</updated><summary>Jacoby Brissett threw for a touchdown as Arizona upset the Los Angeles Chargers 26-14.</summary></entry><entry><title>Sewanhaka High School closed Monday due to 'significant' water damage</title><author><name>Janon Fisher</name><email>janon.fisher@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/education/sewanhaka-high-school-closed-water-damage-cl3w33t5"/><id>urn:uuid:255d7cfb-2c95-4558-838a-45725d229d9f</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:35:42.050-04:00</updated><summary>The superintendent said the district will update parents on Monday afternoon.</summary></entry><entry><title>Larson ends 51-race winless streak, boosts NASCAR title hopes in Hendrick 1-2 finish at Gateway</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/nascar-st-louis-larson-logano-r45051"/><id>urn:uuid:be81e38c-f481-4a86-a739-9d96d3de82e7</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:32:46.183-04:00</updated><summary>Kyle Larson ended a 51-race winless streak Sunday, edging Hendrick Motorsports teammate Alex Bowman in overtime of a crash-filled NASCAR Cup Series race at World Wide Technology Raceway that shook up the playoff standings.</summary></entry><entry><title>Chaminade boys soccer falls to Delbarton, still working on forming own identity</title><author><name>Brian Heyman</name><email>brian.heyman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/boys-soccer/chaminade-delbarton-suiatc7d"/><id>urn:uuid:99218ba3-c2f4-44f7-84f0-acbff101b383</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:30:19.070-04:00</updated><summary>The Flyers graduated 15 seniors after winning a state championship last year</summary></entry><entry><title>Mayfield's three lost fumbles costly in 33-27 loss to Bengals</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/tampa-bay-buccaneers-baker-mayfield-g49972"/><id>urn:uuid:25c9c41a-022f-4a74-a6d7-18650d4f5581</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:18:05.091-04:00</updated><summary>Baker Mayfield's three lost fumbles were the difference in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' 33-27 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals in the season opener.</summary></entry><entry><title>Groundhog Day for the Titans with another season-opening loss after busy offseason</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/titans-saleh-ward-loss-jets-r58180"/><id>urn:uuid:d257175d-3f39-457b-b2a7-d99810db593b</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:11:50.829-04:00</updated><summary>The Tennessee Titans have yet another new coach working with a general manager in his second season with the franchise.</summary></entry><entry><title>Zach Johnson wins in South Dakota for 5th PGA Tour Champions victory of the season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/zach-johnson-pga-tour-champions-golf-sanford-international-k24851"/><id>urn:uuid:a6e116d3-79ae-47df-9da0-de669287f855</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:10:29.233-04:00</updated><summary>Zach Johnson won the Sanford International on Sunday for the fifth victory of his first PGA Tour Champions season, birdieing the final two holes to edge Ben Crane by a stroke.</summary></entry><entry><title>Momo Crawl NYC aims to find best Nepal, Indian and Tibetan eateries, help flood victims</title><author><name>Peter Gill</name><email>peter.gill@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/momo-crawl-nyc-nepal-flood-victims-long-island-k7qlz7au"/><id>urn:uuid:12df410e-f753-48c1-9965-b7a4fd08e19b</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:09:08.246-04:00</updated><summary>The dumplings are staples of Tibetan, Nepali and Indian cultures.</summary></entry><entry><title>Will Anderson says Texans' defense 'wasn't our standard' after giving up 36 points to Bills</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/texans-defense-bills-v03308"/><id>urn:uuid:e679016c-22e7-402e-8b2f-de75f36e321b</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:07:52.609-04:00</updated><summary>The Houston Texans' defense was supposed to be the strength of the team and one of the NFL's best entering the season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Malik Nabers active for Giants' opener vs. Cowboys, will play for first time in nearly a year after knee injury</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/giants/malik-nabers-injury-giants-cowboys-jtih193j"/><id>urn:uuid:b12a9574-f6ac-44c9-a3f3-99757a5ae7a6</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:05:52.349-04:00</updated><summary>Nabers hadn't played in a game for the Giants since he tore his ACL on the same field the team played on Sunday night on Sept. 28.</summary></entry><entry><title>Muslim region in Philippines votes in its first parliamentary election after decades of insurgency</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/philippines-muslims-mindanao-election-u83751"/><id>urn:uuid:449e07db-8fb3-4c35-853f-e138470f88e8</id><updated>2026-09-13T19:03:49.859-04:00</updated><summary>A predominantly Muslim region in the southern Philippines has held its first parliamentary election.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kellen Moore goes for 2 to give Saints a chance to win in OT but effort falls short</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/saints-lions-score-c52922"/><id>urn:uuid:07935019-5ac2-45a0-8e43-9e234ba6e9e6</id><updated>2026-09-13T18:57:59.274-04:00</updated><summary>Kellen Moore didn't hesitate.</summary></entry><entry><title>Andrew Gross: Prospect Victor Eklund's dazzling goal in rookie game creates excitement for Islanders</title><author><name>Andrew Gross</name><email>andrew.gross@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/andrew-gross/islanders-rookie-camp-tlaug86u"/><id>urn:uuid:5defc3d1-bf59-415b-8187-c1938d32cdc7</id><updated>2026-09-13T18:57:36.348-04:00</updated><summary>Victor Eklund is a smooth-skating Swede taken 16th overall by the Islanders in 2025.</summary></entry><entry><title>Grading the Jets' Week 1 win over the Tennessee Titans</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/jets-titans-week-1-grades-rsn0bz00"/><id>urn:uuid:255315b5-213e-447d-ab1a-a67d550ebdb2</id><updated>2026-09-13T18:41:32.674-04:00</updated><summary>Lots of high marks for Aaron Glenn's group after impressive performance in season opener.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jesse Minter's head coaching debut goes off without a hitch as Ravens beat up on Colts</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/ravens-jesse-minter-debut-q26466"/><id>urn:uuid:fa20d816-1ee8-4472-bfe5-36a97eb7fadc</id><updated>2026-09-13T18:38:36.058-04:00</updated><summary>Jesse Minter couldn't have asked for much more out of his debut as coach of the Baltimore Ravens.</summary></entry><entry><title>David Lennon: Mets starter Christian Scott impressive despite being outdueled in Subway Series finale</title><author><name>David Lennon</name><email>dave.lennon@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/david-lennon/yankees-mets-subway-series-christian-scott-w8ib1of0"/><id>urn:uuid:73e371fd-dbbf-41b9-9fbf-b4b868c0952c</id><updated>2026-09-13T18:30:38.543-04:00</updated><summary>Christian Scott and Zac Thornton were dominant in the final two games of the Subway Series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Deshaun Watson returns after nearly 2 years and struggles in a blowout loss to the Jaguars</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/deshaun-watson-cleveland-browns-jaguars-y64417"/><id>urn:uuid:7d98953a-5cc7-497a-ad0e-02d97e18abb1</id><updated>2026-09-13T18:22:39.593-04:00</updated><summary>Deshaun Watson was back behind center for the Cleveland Browns for the first time in nearly two years.</summary></entry><entry><title>Breakthrough 7-run 8th inning lifts Phillies' mood after avoiding series sweep against Braves</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/phillies-braves-q83556"/><id>urn:uuid:556fab5b-2690-4d49-98a8-fc004de9fa5f</id><updated>2026-09-13T18:14:57.404-04:00</updated><summary>A seven-run eighth inning gave the Philadelphia Phillies reason for encouragement as they left Atlanta.</summary></entry><entry><title>Best deal in tennis? Fans flock to $30 U.S. Open Finals watch party at National Tennis Center</title><author><name>Ben Dickson</name><email>benjamin.dickson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/us-open-watch-party-u4x64gfb"/><id>urn:uuid:7221dad0-662f-4dad-9042-34d4b0becb93</id><updated>2026-09-13T18:13:10.448-04:00</updated><summary>Ticketless tennis fans gather for affordable stadium final watch party.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pennsylvania officials report state's 3rd death involving measles</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/measles-death-pennsylvania-vaccine-shapiro-j74070"/><id>urn:uuid:1dcd1834-d077-4bd2-a043-cddd8296c5fe</id><updated>2026-09-13T18:07:08.118-04:00</updated><summary>A Pennsylvania woman's death is the state's third this year involving the measles virus.</summary></entry><entry><title>Alonso and Sainz exchange accusations after disastrous Spanish GP for home drivers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/f1-spanish-gp-alonso-sainz-a75032"/><id>urn:uuid:a225fde6-cf81-42b7-af46-7cdbcb9dede5</id><updated>2026-09-13T17:43:08.692-04:00</updated><summary>Ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz were side by side, smiling and chatting as they addressed the local crowd.</summary></entry><entry><title>Amid difficult season, Blue Jays slugger Vladimir Guerrero Jr. hits first home run at Rogers Centre</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/vladmimir-guerrero-jr-blue-jays-i68879"/><id>urn:uuid:99e7c668-c8d1-42f1-821e-262a99be79a1</id><updated>2026-09-13T17:42:27.316-04:00</updated><summary>For the first time this season, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has homered north of the border.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vikings QB Murray leaves his debut in the 1st quarter with a concussion after a hit to the head</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/packers-vikings-murray-g91613"/><id>urn:uuid:9ff6d0d6-83d7-4eb9-8ee6-c712d23ff7a2</id><updated>2026-09-13T17:28:42.846-04:00</updated><summary>Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray took a hit to the head at the end of the run and had to be pulled from the game in the first quarter of his debut with the team.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kwan, Bazzana help Guardians beat Twins 9-2, pull within 1/2 game of AL Central-leading White Sox</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/guardians-twins-score-p87540"/><id>urn:uuid:c927a304-d5b4-45c1-8f16-082ab7fbd85c</id><updated>2026-09-13T17:28:31.394-04:00</updated><summary>Steven Kwan homered to lead off the game, Tanner Bibee had seven strikeouts in 6 2/3 strong innings, and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Minnesota Twins 9-2 to pull within a half-game of the American League Central-leading Chicago White Sox.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brandon Lowe helps the Pirates top the Cubs 4-3 in series finale</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/pirates-cubs-score-n46579"/><id>urn:uuid:2eebf6a9-4f2f-4b71-8463-d0d6eeb68e2d</id><updated>2026-09-13T17:22:33.298-04:00</updated><summary>Brandon Lowe hit a tiebreaking two-run single in Pittsburgh's three-run sixth inning, and the Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 4-3 to avoid a sweep of their weekend series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Boston's Payton Tolle pitches immaculate inning to open game against Kansas City</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/tolle-immaculate-inning-h72642"/><id>urn:uuid:a1fb6d8d-ea8c-4071-bc7d-910caaeb6531</id><updated>2026-09-13T17:21:43.005-04:00</updated><summary>Boston Red Sox left-hander Payton Tolle has pitched an immaculate inning to open a game against the Kansas City Royals.</summary></entry><entry><title>Agustín Ramírez's caps Marlins' 4-run 9th with walk-off homer in 6-4 win over Dodgers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/dodgers-marlins-score-x34192"/><id>urn:uuid:09d0ff8b-7c6b-41a9-92b1-aaf2c3a5b31b</id><updated>2026-09-13T17:20:24.942-04:00</updated><summary>Pinch-hitter Agustín Ramírez hit a game-ending, two-run homer, and the Miami Marlins rallied with four runs in the ninth inning to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-4.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lions escape with 31-30 win over Saints in OT after Kellen Moore chooses to go for 2 and the win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/lions-saints-score-u26335"/><id>urn:uuid:a281db7c-a1de-4915-9e2a-dc1fd22d38f0</id><updated>2026-09-13T17:01:39.676-04:00</updated><summary>Tyler Shough threw an incomplete pass in the end zone on a 2-point conversion attempt, allowing the Detroit Lions to escape with a 31-30 win in overtime over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Caleb Williams and Bears trounce Panthers 59-37 in highest-scoring season opener in NFL history</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/bears-panthers-score-e28071"/><id>urn:uuid:0ebbd4a4-c05e-4cf7-bb7e-ba3de814f69f</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:59:01.328-04:00</updated><summary>Caleb Williams threw for 269 yards and two touchdowns and ran for 65 yards and two more scores as the Chicago Bears defeated the Carolina Panthers 59-37 in the highest-scoring season opener in NFL history.</summary></entry><entry><title>Eugenio Suárez hits a 3-run homer to lift Reds past Brewers 4-3 and avoid a winless road trip</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/reds-brewers-score-b11276"/><id>urn:uuid:6efba5bf-a93c-464d-b2c4-db4916204e81</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:58:25.464-04:00</updated><summary>Eugenio Suárez hit a three-run homer in the sixth inning, helping the Cincinnati Reds edge past the Milwaukee Brewers 4-3.</summary></entry><entry><title>Burleson's bases-loaded double lifts Cardinals to 3-1 win over White Sox</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/white-sox-cardinals-score-d59597"/><id>urn:uuid:b15008f8-77e0-4443-869b-8f966f3d32ad</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:58:11.472-04:00</updated><summary>Alec Burleson hit a bases-clearing double, sparking the St. Louis Cardinals to a 3-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox to wrap up a three-game series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Nationals rally late for 6-5 win and sweep of Angels, who must go 7-6 to avoid first 100-loss season</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/angels-nationals-score-p87591"/><id>urn:uuid:c2faec5d-ce5a-4151-8356-12e82592ba3d</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:57:19.003-04:00</updated><summary>Daylen Lile tripled to key a four-run rally in the eighth inning, Jacob Young and Dylan Crews added RBIs and the Washington Nationals beat the Los Angeles Angels 6-5 to complete a three-game sweep.</summary></entry><entry><title>Houston Dash fire coach Fabrice Gautrat and technical director Twila Kilgore</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/houston-dash-gautrat-h32564"/><id>urn:uuid:8b6056c3-2bac-46ee-aa94-2504de805024</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:46:26.428-04:00</updated><summary>The Houston Dash have fired coach Fabrice Gautrat and technical director Twila Kilgore.</summary></entry><entry><title>Knicks' Tyler Kolek on defense of NBA title: 'We're not satisfied'</title><author><name>Denis P. Gorman</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/knicks/knicks-tyler-kolek-trweo72o"/><id>urn:uuid:f64bd5e8-b373-4156-9978-11f9bd78e9bb</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:46:05.977-04:00</updated><summary>Kolek spoke during an appearance Sunday at Fieldhouse Sports Complex in Massapequa for his youth basketball camp for kids ages 6-16.</summary></entry><entry><title>Freddy Peralta, Jonathan Aranda help Rays beat Astros 14-4 to sweep series</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/houston-astros-tampa-bay-rays-score-mlb-y84872"/><id>urn:uuid:48ed2d20-5445-4727-bc9f-b36e7d2817aa</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:45:23.941-04:00</updated><summary>cFreddy Peralta pitched five hitless innings, and Jonathan Aranda hit two of Tampa Bay's four home runs to help the Rays finish off a three-game sweep of the Houston Astros with a 14-4 victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Guerrero has four hits, including first HR at home, as Blue Jays thump Orioles 8-1</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/orioles-blue-jays-score-a55783"/><id>urn:uuid:ba1acbd6-bf26-4da7-8694-3fc3232698ef</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:42:54.738-04:00</updated><summary>Vladimir Guerrero Jr. had a home run among his four hits, George Springer and Kazuma Okamoto also went deep and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Orioles 8-1.</summary></entry><entry><title>Josh Allen connects with Joshua Palmer for a late TD and Bills beat Texans 36-31 in wild opener</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/texans-bills-score-m75939"/><id>urn:uuid:2e21f47e-6b98-4b2f-90d9-222968b17be0</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:41:15.645-04:00</updated><summary>Josh Allen threw a 34-yard touchdown pass to Joshua Palmer with 1:36 remaining to lift the Buffalo Bills to a 36-31 win over the Houston Texans in a back-and-forth season opener.</summary></entry><entry><title>Alec Bohm hits tie-breaking, 2-run double in 7-run 8th as Phillies beat Braves 9-4 and avoid sweep</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/phillies-braves-score-q10190"/><id>urn:uuid:2c732095-9781-4df6-baf7-bae9ea6cfde9</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:39:10.213-04:00</updated><summary>Alec Bohm hit a tie-breaking, two-run double in a seven-run eighth inning and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Atlanta Braves 9-4 to avoid being swept in the key NL East series.</summary></entry><entry><title>Cam Schlittler improves AL Cy Young case with six scoreless innings as Yankees take rubber match of Subway Series over Mets</title><author><name>Erik Boland</name><email>erik.boland@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/yankees/yankees-mets-subway-series-cam-schlittler-gyvmml8g"/><id>urn:uuid:b05d86a2-4577-4bee-9924-d1b3bc84a61f</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:35:22.822-04:00</updated><summary>Schlittler, who improved to 14-6 with a league-low 1.95 ERA, allowed one hit and two walks, striking out eight.</summary></entry><entry><title>Bengals force 4 turnovers, Burrow throws for TD in 33-27 win over the Buccaneers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/buccaneers-bengals-score-n46101"/><id>urn:uuid:a14a4e48-783c-41cd-a9f9-1e6dc519b437</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:33:52.804-04:00</updated><summary>The Bengals' new-look defense forced four turnovers — including its first fumble recovery for a TD since 2022 — Joe Burrow passed for 254 yards and a touchdown and Cincinnati defeated the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 33-27.</summary></entry><entry><title>T.J. Watt's late pick-6 pushes sluggish Steelers past injury-laden Falcons 20-13</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/falcons-steelers-score-mccarthy-rodgers-u11262"/><id>urn:uuid:134273a6-146f-4101-ac88-b2bd8295a3e9</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:28:00.557-04:00</updated><summary>T.</summary></entry><entry><title>Derrick Henry's rushes for 3 TDs and Lamar Jackson lights up the Colts in the Ravens' 41-23 win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/ravens-colts-score-n38118"/><id>urn:uuid:3a978ec1-82cd-45b4-a4e7-f16a22006204</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:27:08.384-04:00</updated><summary>Derrick Henry ran for three touchdowns to move into third on the NFL's career list, Lamar Jackson threw for 324 yards and a TD and rushed for a score, and the Baltimore Ravens beat the Indianapolis Colts 41-23.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jets defeat Titans as Breece Hall carries for 102 yards, TD</title><author><name>Al Iannazzone</name><email>al.iannazzone@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/jets-titans-ydj3ki00"/><id>urn:uuid:5e1808ab-20ea-42e8-ab4d-b53efe2d5ffd</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:21:56.945-04:00</updated><summary>Geno Smith completed 19 of 24 for 215 yards in his first start for the Jets since 2016.</summary></entry><entry><title>France star Gabby Williams again denied by US in women's FIBA World Cup final</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/france-gabby-williams-fiba-world-cup-s81155"/><id>urn:uuid:9ae5599b-3406-4c5d-8058-be616da49447</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:21:53.514-04:00</updated><summary>France star Gabby Williams again did all she could only to be thwarted once more by the United States in the final of the women's FIBA World Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kamario Taylor is blossoming for Mississippi State. A daunting SEC schedule awaits the sophomore QB</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/mississippi-state-minnesota-kamario-taylor-q98851"/><id>urn:uuid:cae49008-542f-4326-9418-ee8c4fcb85dc</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:10:25.288-04:00</updated><summary>Mississippi State has found the perfect player to lead its push to reestablish a competitive program in the unrelenting Southeastern Conference with sophomore quarterback Kamario Taylor.</summary></entry><entry><title>Norris 'insanely unlucky' as win slips away at F1's Spanish GP in Madrid</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/f1-spanish-gp-lando-norris-mclaren-madrid-f07969"/><id>urn:uuid:24df9c0f-e9e6-4782-8eef-69d5ed235bdc</id><updated>2026-09-13T16:01:25.491-04:00</updated><summary>There was just nothing Lando Norris could do to prevent the victory at the Spanish Grand Prix from slipping away from him.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brazil Supreme Court justice unseals probe into Bolsonaro biopic, citing suspected criminal funding</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/brazil-supreme-court-bolsonaro-biopic-banco-master-c58742"/><id>urn:uuid:72482e6e-f4ce-4e97-980f-9fad6f300183</id><updated>2026-09-13T15:57:08.747-04:00</updated><summary>A Brazilian Supreme Court justice has unsealed an investigation into a film about former President Jair Bolsonaro.</summary></entry><entry><title>US wins fifth straight women's FIBA World Cup title, beating France 97-79</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/womens-sports/france-us-world-cup-score-p41897"/><id>urn:uuid:ace7476b-0453-431b-b28d-371b9b7812d3</id><updated>2026-09-13T15:55:02.886-04:00</updated><summary>Breanna Stewart scored 22 points, Jackie Young added 18 and the U.S. beat France 97-79 to win its fifth consecutive women's FIBA World Cup championship.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trevor Lawrence throws 4 TD passes as the Jaguars rout the Browns 34-10 in season opener</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/browns-jaguars-score-n39863"/><id>urn:uuid:fde40be7-252d-4802-ba5f-1966dfc3b4e3</id><updated>2026-09-13T15:54:39.707-04:00</updated><summary>Trevor Lawrence threw for 245 yards and four touchdowns, opening the season much like he closed last year, and the Jacksonville Jaguars dominated rebuilding Cleveland 34-10 to spoil the debut of new Browns coach Todd Monken.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump says he'll consider releasing 9/11 records after families' request</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/donald-trump-sept-11-records-saudi-arabia-c59771"/><id>urn:uuid:d56983a2-acb5-4200-b860-b856f66e250d</id><updated>2026-09-13T15:54:24.403-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump says he'll look into requests from families of Sept. 11 victims to release records that could shed light on Saudi Arabia's alleged role in the attacks 25 years ago.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rafael Devers' season is over and Giants star may have surgery for core muscle injury</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/giants-devers-injury-f12153"/><id>urn:uuid:1b3cf36a-51c6-4aa0-bb40-91b41f92ac5e</id><updated>2026-09-13T15:50:39.506-04:00</updated><summary>San Francisco's Rafael Devers' season is over and he may have surgery for a core muscle injury.</summary></entry><entry><title>Drenching rains bring flash flooding across coastal Connecticut, New York and New Jersey</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/flash-flooding-connecticut-new-york-new-jersey-q20608"/><id>urn:uuid:bfd9b883-ba81-4097-963c-7eab14977f7c</id><updated>2026-09-13T15:45:28.321-04:00</updated><summary>Flash flooding brought on by heavy rains has prompted road closures, water rescues and commuter rail problems across the tristate area.</summary></entry><entry><title>Team captain Angela Stanford rues missed putts by Americans and slow greens at the Solheim Cup</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/solheim-cup-golf-stanford-kupcho-team-usa-x00787"/><id>urn:uuid:7ae41d8c-d6c9-4685-88e7-bc627c15ab26</id><updated>2026-09-13T15:42:37.571-04:00</updated><summary>Team USA's Solheim Cup performance was marked by two extraordinary putts but it fell short overall on the slow greens at Bernardus Golf.</summary></entry><entry><title>Jobe strikes out career-high 8, Tigers extend Rockies' slide to 7 games with 8-1 win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/rockies-tigers-score-g35281"/><id>urn:uuid:ae8bc609-932a-47a9-9a6c-101ba59105a0</id><updated>2026-09-13T15:24:29.118-04:00</updated><summary>Jackson Jobe struck out eight a career-high over 6 1/3 innings while pitching into the seventh inning for the first time, and the Detroit Tigers beat the Colorado Rockies 8-1 to complete a three-game sweep that extended their winning streak to four.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ciganda gets quick revenge on Kupcho at Solheim Cup: 'I knew she had no chance'</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/solheim-cup-ciganda-kupcho-c90293"/><id>urn:uuid:1acc8f2a-8b09-4067-815f-0ca8853fad08</id><updated>2026-09-13T15:20:07.866-04:00</updated><summary>Carlota Ciganda got quick revenge on Jennifer Kupcho at the Solheim Cup.</summary></entry><entry><title>Technical issues impact NFL+ streaming app in Week 1</title><author><name>Anthony Rieber</name><email>anthony.rieber@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/nfl-streaming-app-j35z1e5t"/><id>urn:uuid:7b2c7af2-b913-46f3-ade1-e2f978cf0faf</id><updated>2026-09-13T15:01:50.052-04:00</updated><summary>Customers reported on social media that they could not access popular – and pricey – features such as live games and NFL RedZone at the start of the 1 p.m. window.</summary></entry><entry><title>House Speaker Mike Johnson says Trump's $5,000 'dividend' needs congressional approval</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-congress-5000-dividend-election-economy-a83259"/><id>urn:uuid:3149b84d-c488-45ac-bb08-dc277335e2d6</id><updated>2026-09-13T14:45:59.866-04:00</updated><summary>House Speaker Mike Johnson says Congress would have to approve President Donald Trump's proposal to send $5,000 to each American adult if the Republican Party maintains control of the House and Senate in the November election.</summary></entry><entry><title>Shane Lowry crushes field at Doonbeg for record 11-shot victory in Irish Open</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/irish-open-shane-lowry-trump-doonbeg-european-tour-n73082"/><id>urn:uuid:c9965d4c-2db7-41da-bceb-7eedbbd98ee3</id><updated>2026-09-13T14:44:28.256-04:00</updated><summary>Shane Lowry didn't just win the Irish Open for the second time.</summary></entry><entry><title>Orioles' Kyle Bradish goes on injured list with abdominal discomfort, ending season at 7-14</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/kyle-bradish-orioles-p28648"/><id>urn:uuid:48e09fa2-b961-4731-b719-ac36c7a31244</id><updated>2026-09-13T14:43:18.979-04:00</updated><summary>Right-hander Kyle Bradish has been put on the 15-day injured list by the Baltimore Orioles because of lower abdominal discomfort, effectively ending his season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Arch Manning and Texas made history with late rally to beat Ohio State: How they did it</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/texas-ohio-state-arch-manning-b51484"/><id>urn:uuid:023475cb-b0f9-4527-82ec-732113c12497</id><updated>2026-09-13T14:33:25.285-04:00</updated><summary>Arch Manning and Texas looked done.</summary></entry><entry><title>Boston's Willson Contreras activated from injured list as Anthony Seigler goes on IL</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/contreras-injured-list-red-sox-w16327"/><id>urn:uuid:cffda6f3-cbc1-4a74-94a6-18d7d51c8566</id><updated>2026-09-13T14:27:55.629-04:00</updated><summary>Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras has been activated from the 10-day injured list and was slated to bat cleanup in a series finale against the Kansas City Royals.</summary></entry><entry><title>Six SEC teams would be on CFP bracket with Texas as the top seed based on AP Top 25</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/cfp-bracket-ap-poll-o23178"/><id>urn:uuid:297036be-12d6-44a1-b892-09c4b9c0c77a</id><updated>2026-09-13T14:05:45.653-04:00</updated><summary>Six of the 12 teams in the College Football Playoff would be from the Southeastern Conference and two of the four first-round games would be all-SEC matchups based on The Associated Press Top 25 poll.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump says he's lifting a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey because 'everybody's been bugging me' about it</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-tariffs-irish-whiskey-s67007"/><id>urn:uuid:d3bd26f9-e8a1-4256-aa9e-c6e53482e358</id><updated>2026-09-13T13:59:49.564-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump says he plans to remove a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texas takes No. 1 in the AP Top 25, Oregon falls and Michigan returns</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/college-football-top-25-poll-associated-press-h60082"/><id>urn:uuid:8a452268-d502-45a7-bb0e-441e5f051ce7</id><updated>2026-09-13T13:57:01.435-04:00</updated><summary>Texas claimed the No. 1 spot in the AP Top 25 after a historic comeback against Ohio State.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trinity Rodman makes it from her soccer game to watch boyfriend Ben Shelton in the US Open final</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/us-open-ben-shelton-trinity-rodman-g37377"/><id>urn:uuid:11de7871-0970-4f2a-bcad-7ffccebd6802</id><updated>2026-09-13T13:55:53.706-04:00</updated><summary>Trinity Rodman made it from the soccer pitch to the tennis court in time to watch boyfriend Ben Shelton in the U.S. Open final.</summary></entry><entry><title>Russian drone hits train near Ukraine-Poland border soon after visiting dignitaries passed through</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/ukraine-train-drone-strike-border-diplomats-h30331"/><id>urn:uuid:78c8ee62-7a80-4a8e-93b4-ec7cd9a4ea94</id><updated>2026-09-13T13:50:55.987-04:00</updated><summary>A Russian drone struck a train near the Ukraine-Poland border shortly after senior visiting officials, including the former prime ministers of the U.K. and Sweden, passed through.</summary></entry><entry><title>Enric Mas finally wins the Spanish Vuelta after finishing second three times</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/vuelta-espana-enric-mas-c68242"/><id>urn:uuid:7ba5eb89-a8c7-4a81-85b8-1bb6141a3cbe</id><updated>2026-09-13T13:47:46.093-04:00</updated><summary>Home rider Enric Mas ended years of frustration by winning the Spanish Vuelta cycling race.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump downplays the need to check AI development and says he doesn't want to cede edge to China</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-artificial-intelligence-guardrails-china-midterms-congress-q11882"/><id>urn:uuid:19f87347-0f4a-4113-a01b-779c1706438d</id><updated>2026-09-13T13:44:51.566-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump is playing down the need for his administration to check the development of artificial intelligence.</summary></entry><entry><title>Georgia Tech defensive back Jaylen Mbakwe released from hospital following scary collision in loss</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/georgia-tech-mbakwe-injury-k09686"/><id>urn:uuid:f764a0bb-6cff-4b96-928a-7628b8caf4a7</id><updated>2026-09-13T13:39:12.538-04:00</updated><summary>Georgia Tech says defensive back Jaylen Mbakwe has been released from the hospital after precautionary observation following his injury in the third quarter of the Yellow Jackets' 45-24 loss to No. 18 Tennessee.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump's backing for a united Ireland has reignited a divisive political issue. Here's what to know</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-irish-unification-explainer-f04582"/><id>urn:uuid:0630eafe-d6aa-4192-a10d-822527cbad4b</id><updated>2026-09-13T13:35:50.447-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed support for a united Ireland, suggesting a merger between the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.</summary></entry><entry><title>Billy Joel Band to play minus the Piano Man</title><author><name>David J. Criblez</name><email>david.criblez@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/music/billy-joel-band-vmn2368k"/><id>urn:uuid:b93da9f4-a6d9-45e7-b496-ad6882375990</id><updated>2026-09-13T13:05:54.236-04:00</updated><summary>Mike DelGuidice will sing and play piano for the band's Dec. 5 show in Atlantic City.</summary></entry><entry><title>'Practical Magic 2' conjures a No. 1 box office debut with $30 million</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/practical-magic-2-bullock-kidman-g87756"/><id>urn:uuid:21d6f081-8bb9-44f6-a1d8-4d8faba7f2c5</id><updated>2026-09-13T13:03:29.157-04:00</updated><summary>"Practical Magic 2" conjures a box-office victory this weekend, topping the North American charts nearly three decades after its predecessor.</summary></entry><entry><title>Diamondbacks designate outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. for assignment</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/arizona-diamondbacks-lourdes-gurriel-b65237"/><id>urn:uuid:73e41721-d86c-476d-9619-fee2c849e3e8</id><updated>2026-09-13T12:49:36.189-04:00</updated><summary>The Arizona Diamondbacks have designated Lourdes Gurriel Jr. for assignment, potentially ending the tenure of an outfielder who played a key role in their 2023 World Series run but struggled after tearing his ACL last season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Yamal joined on Barcelona scoresheet by another 19-year-old academy product, Kane saves Bayern</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/bayern-psg-barcelona-yamal-mbappe-c62065"/><id>urn:uuid:95600988-61b6-4aaf-8ac5-3a0fdedbd577</id><updated>2026-09-13T12:47:23.085-04:00</updated><summary>Lamine Yamal produces another double and Barcelona also gets a goal from another 19-year-old product of its famed youth academy in a 4-2 win at Levante on Sunday.</summary></entry><entry><title>The Chiefs signed Kenneth Walker III to revive their rush attack. Denver is first up on Monday night</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/kansas-city-chiefs-kenneth-walker-x67243"/><id>urn:uuid:a4d1690b-838d-449e-ae31-c18f808f9e94</id><updated>2026-09-13T12:27:12.755-04:00</updated><summary>The Kansas City Chiefs knew they needed to upgrade the running back position after a 6-11 finish last season.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mourners in Rome pay last respects to Italian activist Emma Bonino</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/italy-bonino-rome-lie-state-politics-u17896"/><id>urn:uuid:9f18e1e6-320b-4e9f-81db-2ef6d013f638</id><updated>2026-09-13T12:17:17.829-04:00</updated><summary>Hundreds of people have lined up outside Rome's city hall to pay their last respects to Emma Bonino, the prominent Italian politician and human rights campaigner who died on Friday, aged 78.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rams star Myles Garrett will have knee surgery, expected to miss 4 games, AP source says</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/garrett-rams-knee-surgery-x22777"/><id>urn:uuid:6660126f-753d-4700-8006-417baa6c2763</id><updated>2026-09-13T12:16:55.636-04:00</updated><summary>Los Angeles Rams star Myles Garrett is expected to miss at least four games because of a knee injury that requires arthroscopic surgery, according to a person with knowledge of the edge rusher's status.</summary></entry><entry><title>Phil Foden sent off early in Man United and Man City clash</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/phil-foden-red-card-man-united-city-t40065"/><id>urn:uuid:822b93fb-ad81-4405-ac7e-8d14ed4da027</id><updated>2026-09-13T12:08:07.655-04:00</updated><summary>Phil Foden was sent off in the first half of the Manchester derby in the Premier League for a two-footed kick out on Bruno Fernandes.</summary></entry><entry><title>Lewis Hamilton's ordeal continues with brake failure at Formula 1's Spanish GP</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/f1-spanish-gp-ferrari-lewis-hamilton-q01347"/><id>urn:uuid:5b570106-22fe-4f0a-92d3-bd86587e8215</id><updated>2026-09-13T12:03:46.151-04:00</updated><summary>It was another disappointing race weekend for seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton.</summary></entry><entry><title>Elena Rybakina's US Open title run puts her on top of women's tennis and Sabalenka has work to do</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/us-open-rybakina-sabalenka-s28728"/><id>urn:uuid:fa265398-de0f-441b-ae12-8781f4163428</id><updated>2026-09-13T12:02:38.975-04:00</updated><summary>Elena Rybakina was going to see her name on top of the women's tennis rankings Monday no matter what happened in the U.S. Open women's final.</summary></entry><entry><title>Redemption day. Woad guarantees Team Europe's Solheim Cup victory after Hull wins the opener</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/hull-woad-solheim-cup-golf-redemption-v33678"/><id>urn:uuid:f5daa6c9-87dc-4ce7-b623-805ea4ee5c25</id><updated>2026-09-13T11:55:54.187-04:00</updated><summary>Charley Hull and Lottie Woad put two days of Solheim Cup struggles behind them on Sunday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. inactive for opener versus Falcons as back issues, contract talks linger</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/football/pittsburgh-steelers-f39733"/><id>urn:uuid:4a85d0b7-342d-477d-93d2-8f5685905cf6</id><updated>2026-09-13T11:52:39.856-04:00</updated><summary>Joey Porter Jr. isn't getting a new contract before the season starts.</summary></entry><entry><title>Celine Dion thrills fans with emotional comeback concert after overcoming rare illness</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/celine-dion-concert-paris-u04459"/><id>urn:uuid:5172474f-bdfc-483e-894c-4e122d930658</id><updated>2026-09-13T11:42:11.270-04:00</updated><summary>Celine Dion has returned to the stage, performing her first full concert in over six years.</summary></entry><entry><title>Referees body admits 'error of judgment' after Haaland goal against Man United</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/premier-league-man-united-man-city-results-r63816"/><id>urn:uuid:d124884d-d487-4f0e-b0fd-51adbe33bcc5</id><updated>2026-09-13T11:39:34.377-04:00</updated><summary>The governing body of Premier League referees has admitted an "error of judgment" after Erling Haaland's hotly contested goal settled the 199th Manchester derby.</summary></entry><entry><title>Phillies left-hander Tanner Banks comes off IL and righty Grant Holman is sent back to the minors</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/phillies-banks-holman-a11388"/><id>urn:uuid:e5349f8c-e3b6-47e3-a98a-07033517c8c4</id><updated>2026-09-13T11:31:09.446-04:00</updated><summary>Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Tanner Banks has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list.</summary></entry><entry><title>Somalis rethink trade routes as Houthis disrupt established shipping channels</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/somalia-traders-djibouti-yemen-houthis-shipping-r40673"/><id>urn:uuid:40dd00c7-8521-4d46-8be3-a8715c4281c2</id><updated>2026-09-13T11:29:15.385-04:00</updated><summary>Somali businesses are seeking alternative shipping routes due to disruptions and security concerns around the Bab al-Mandab Strait and the Strait of Hormuz after Iran-backed Houthis captured a key port city and an island, sending thousands of Yemenis fleeing to neighboring Djibouti.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kosovo gets new government but political impasse persists</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/kosovo-government-kurti-crisis-g01293"/><id>urn:uuid:20b2e149-3e22-4115-86cc-2efd6caf7d82</id><updated>2026-09-13T11:20:29.522-04:00</updated><summary>Kosovo lawmakers have voted in a new government led by Prime Minister Albin Kurti.</summary></entry><entry><title>Justin Verlander makes progress toward pitching perhaps 1 more time in 2 weeks for Tigers</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/justin-verlander-tigers-n29686"/><id>urn:uuid:867f5722-1fb7-4a07-8216-54e2feee6681</id><updated>2026-09-13T11:15:47.689-04:00</updated><summary>Justin Verlander is making progress toward potentially pitching one more time in the last year of his playing career.</summary></entry><entry><title>Alexander Zverev beats Ben Shelton to win the US Open title and extend a drought by American men</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/tennis/us-open-mens-final-shelton-zverev-y86728"/><id>urn:uuid:62982d1a-3857-4244-9719-0f52f474ea1c</id><updated>2026-09-13T10:49:54.147-04:00</updated><summary>He tuned out the crowd's screams for Ben Shelton for so long that he didn't even realize when he won, not hearing the chair umpire's announcement that the match was over.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump has support in Doonbeg, though tiny snails have snagged his Irish golf course plans</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/trump-golf-doonbeg-economy-ballroom-snails-c55473"/><id>urn:uuid:b384c368-0245-4a7c-ba93-066e32d43954</id><updated>2026-09-13T10:43:49.454-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump's visit to Ireland has attracted protests, but in one corner of the country there is strong support.</summary></entry><entry><title>Ugo Ugochukwu becomes 1st American driver to win Formula 3 title</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/f3-spanish-gp-madrid-ugo-ugochukwu-a98541"/><id>urn:uuid:20fd1d05-d3ef-48d9-885e-a12740b1fff1</id><updated>2026-09-13T08:37:08.388-04:00</updated><summary>Ugo Ugochukwu has finished second in the Spanish Grand Prix to become the first American driver to win the Formula 3 title.</summary></entry><entry><title>Turkish authorities launch crackdown on LGBTQ+ and HIV support groups</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/turkey-lgbtq-hiv-crackdown-l42645"/><id>urn:uuid:6b461a1b-884e-4a93-ac1f-f7fcc6d34a46</id><updated>2026-09-13T08:17:55.199-04:00</updated><summary>Turkish authorities have cracked down on multiple LGBTQ+ groups and individuals, detaining dozens and raiding association offices and popular hangouts.</summary></entry><entry><title>Manorville driver on LIE in Melville charged after striking, injuring motorist checking vehicle, Suffolk police say</title><author><name>Joshua Needelman</name><email>joshua.needelman@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/lie-closed-east-bound-i6dulphk"/><id>urn:uuid:0a5ddbc9-33d8-4627-bbe1-9369da285af3</id><updated>2026-09-13T08:04:49.057-04:00</updated><summary>The crash closed the eastbound lanes of the LIE near Exit 49N for more than seven hours</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump calls on Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian diesel fuel, citing a global shortage</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/russia-ukraine-war-drones-odesa-refinery-border-crossing-t41308"/><id>urn:uuid:c42fde4d-3886-44bb-8c06-01f804b2b11d</id><updated>2026-09-13T07:59:44.276-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. President Donald Trump has called on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to halt strikes on Russian diesel fuel infrastructure, saying attacks are causing a global shortage.</summary></entry><entry><title>The secret ballot has been an article of faith in US elections. That's being tested in Georgia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/elections-secret-ballot-voting-georgia-touchscreen-machines-f74034"/><id>urn:uuid:696f45cf-e3db-4bc3-9ce4-d0bbfd29fb8d</id><updated>2026-09-13T07:36:23.859-04:00</updated><summary>There's a flaw in Georgia's voting equipment that can allow voters to be matched to their ballots after they've been cast.</summary></entry><entry><title>JFK, LaGuardia recovering from earlier delays after storm blows across region</title><author><name>Tracy Tullis</name><email>tracy.tullis@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/transportation/jfk-laguardia-ground-stop-a0xeguwi"/><id>urn:uuid:a1b3d6df-7968-4067-b1df-2238144fbd1a</id><updated>2026-09-13T07:35:34.031-04:00</updated><summary>Earlier thunderstorms had caused dozens of flights to be grounded.</summary></entry><entry><title>GOP congressman from Wisconsin tearfully recounts surviving emergency plane landing in lake</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/congressman-tom-tiffany-emergency-landing-o89344"/><id>urn:uuid:3bf9b24b-e9f9-403f-9386-cbbb25b84137</id><updated>2026-09-13T07:32:51.911-04:00</updated><summary>U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany, a candidate for Wisconsin governor, wiped away tears and laughed as he shared how thankful he is to survive following a harrowing late-night emergency landing into a lake of the small plane he was riding in.</summary></entry><entry><title>Inside a Philadelphia barbershop, Black men debate their political past and future</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/black-men-voters-trump-democrats-harris-elections-b21629"/><id>urn:uuid:aacf11ae-2c9e-49f9-a638-cb62f747f786</id><updated>2026-09-13T07:29:37.941-04:00</updated><summary>Political strategist Khalil Thompson is on a mission to understand why some Black men leaned Republican in recent elections.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gladbach fires Eugen Polanski as coach after starting Bundesliga with 3 defeats</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/gladbach-coach-fired-eugen-polanski-u91164"/><id>urn:uuid:22c69ea0-118b-47d8-ad87-fab96efaa67c</id><updated>2026-09-13T07:03:28.328-04:00</updated><summary>Borussia Mönchengladbach has fired coach Eugen Polanski after starting the Bundesliga with three defeats.</summary></entry><entry><title>Pope commemorates 9/11 attacks with prayers for peace and for those who died</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/sept-11-911-pope-leo-prevost-w33346"/><id>urn:uuid:6dea3e47-acee-4ed0-8c40-b03a219c1d96</id><updated>2026-09-13T06:46:04.805-04:00</updated><summary>Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, has called for a renewed commitment to peace as he marked the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks in the U.S. Speaking from St. Peter's Square on Sunday, he offered prayers for victims and those still affected by the tragedy.</summary></entry><entry><title>Texas rises to No. 1 in AP poll, Ohio State and Oregon tumble and Michigan returns to the Top 25</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/ap-top-25-college-football-b39829"/><id>urn:uuid:1900c5aa-8f84-4a3e-8cc1-fe0e4c6aed03</id><updated>2026-09-13T06:10:31.161-04:00</updated><summary>After knocking off top-ranked Ohio State, Texas is the new No. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 college football poll.</summary></entry><entry><title>Fighting in Yemen intensifies, and Houthis launch more attacks on Saudi Arabia</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/yemen-houthis-saudi-shipping-mandeb-m40742"/><id>urn:uuid:30050c32-9103-47d2-b76d-3d19ae0d43dd</id><updated>2026-09-13T06:00:39.290-04:00</updated><summary>The conflict in Yemen is intensifying, as government forces launch attacks against Iran-backed Houthi rebels along the Red Sea and Houthis fire into neighboring Saudi Arabia, which supports Yemen's government.</summary></entry><entry><title>Antonelli wins first Formula 1 race in Madrid in 45 years after unlucky break for pole-sitter Norris</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/motor-racing/f1-spanish-gp-norris-antonelli-madrid-u15539"/><id>urn:uuid:09365d6f-ff85-4eb3-815f-b8ac93689804</id><updated>2026-09-13T04:43:28.359-04:00</updated><summary>Kimi Antonelli has taken advantage of Lando Norris' mishaps to win the Spanish Grand Prix in Formula 1's return to Madrid, increasing his lead in the drivers' standings.</summary></entry><entry><title>Vamos! Team Europe regains Solheim Cup from the United States as Ciganda and Woad seal victory</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/golf/solheim-cup-day-3-singles-europe-usa-b09524"/><id>urn:uuid:4fb16be6-cddd-4165-a31f-a545a7e2e034</id><updated>2026-09-13T04:37:15.726-04:00</updated><summary>The Solheim Cup is back in the hands of the Europeans.</summary></entry><entry><title>Beijing bans drone possession in the city after earlier moves to tighten rules</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/beijing-drones-ban-china-l15119"/><id>urn:uuid:10333f60-bc7e-4ef0-be44-4cb76be850e2</id><updated>2026-09-13T04:17:56.731-04:00</updated><summary>Beijing is tightening its drone ban to include possession within city limits.</summary></entry><entry><title>At BRICS, India's Modi warns geopolitical tensions and supply chain shocks threaten global stability</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/india-brics-modi-russia-china-iran-wars-n80174"/><id>urn:uuid:3f01f775-725b-4bcc-8e56-d7d408cc5281</id><updated>2026-09-13T03:57:43.523-04:00</updated><summary>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has warned that rising geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions and climate crises are affecting people worldwide.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rice's 2 rushing TDs help Hawaii beat New Mexico State 29-19</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/new-mexico-state-hawaii-score-m50740"/><id>urn:uuid:2eb6fb83-baac-409a-bfd5-43e273d91d3f</id><updated>2026-09-13T03:40:40.630-04:00</updated><summary>DeVon Rice had two rushing touchdowns, Tama Uiliata had 10 receptions for 107 yards and threw a 7-yard touchdown pass to cap the scoring, and Hawaii beat New Mexico State 29-19.</summary></entry><entry><title>Brazil is in fashion, as Brazilians like to say. Here's why</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/brazil-social-media-brazilcore-madonna-bad-bunny-caramelo-h80874"/><id>urn:uuid:db71ad42-5a12-47bc-94e4-0a7e2535b6ed</id><updated>2026-09-13T03:24:57.031-04:00</updated><summary>Brazil is experiencing a cultural surge as celebrities and tourists embrace its vibrant culture.</summary></entry><entry><title>Swedish election ends in tight finale. Preliminary results give opposition a 3-seat majority</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/sweden-election-populists-riksdag-parliament-m27259"/><id>urn:uuid:aff270e8-4006-473b-abcd-ad2004ff4d09</id><updated>2026-09-13T02:53:18.638-04:00</updated><summary>Sweden's national election was too close to call early Monday with preliminary results giving the left-wing opposition a narrow three-seat advantage over Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's right-wing coalition.</summary></entry><entry><title>FCS champion Montana State wins 17th straight game, knocking off Nevada 20-7</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/montana-state-nevada-score-f39157"/><id>urn:uuid:514ce3a3-b262-4d96-b28e-26804c8638d9</id><updated>2026-09-13T02:33:50.247-04:00</updated><summary>Montana State extends its program-best winning streak to 17 games by defeating Nevada 20-7 on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Oman postpones regional talks on Strait of Hormuz, and other Mideast developments</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/mideast-news-iran-yemen-houthis-israel-saudi-g93982"/><id>urn:uuid:e1475b81-4522-4ebe-9a18-c76f6977c177</id><updated>2026-09-13T02:32:10.857-04:00</updated><summary>Oman said it had to postpone a meeting with Iran and other regional countries to discuss the Strait of Hormuz.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mandal helps Fresno State unload on Sacramento State in 49-3 win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/sacramento-state-fresno-state-d72319"/><id>urn:uuid:41aa3b69-71a8-4542-a488-d032dc429891</id><updated>2026-09-13T02:29:19.405-04:00</updated><summary>Jayden Mandal threw for two touchdowns and Bryson Donelson ran for three scores and Fresno State scored 32-second quarter points en route to a 49-3 win over Sacramento State.</summary></entry><entry><title>North Dakota St. beats Air Force 38-32, win first Mountain West Conference game</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/north-dakota-state-air-force-score-r12466"/><id>urn:uuid:80752c34-1a7d-4ddb-91b0-7a9fe00e65d7</id><updated>2026-09-13T02:25:22.697-04:00</updated><summary>Nathan Hayes threw two touchdown passes and scored on a 17-yard run, and North Dakota State beat Air Force 38-32 on Saturday night in the Bison's first Mountain West Conference game.</summary></entry><entry><title>Maiava throws 5 TD passes, No. 14 Southern California beats Louisiana 49-30</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/louisiana-usc-score-t99634"/><id>urn:uuid:866c5dc7-9643-4ada-8d31-f48a1bdb2e08</id><updated>2026-09-13T02:19:07.114-04:00</updated><summary>Jayden Maiava threw two of his five touchdown passes to freshman tight end Mark Bowman, freshman receiver Trent Mosley caught a touchdown pass and scored on a punt return, and No. 14 Southern California beat Louisiana 49-30 on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Dampier accounts for 4 touchdowns as No. 20 Utah dominates Arkansas</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/arkansas-utah-score-r87147"/><id>urn:uuid:f4d0ad9b-4c60-4633-b271-1123893917f8</id><updated>2026-09-13T02:09:53.686-04:00</updated><summary>Devon Dampier threw for two touchdowns and ran for two more, Wayshawn Parker added three scores and No. 20 Utah overpowered Arkansas 43-10 on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Andrew Gross: Islanders defenseman Isaiah George can force his way onto roster with strong camp</title><author><name>Andrew Gross</name><email>andrew.gross@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/andrew-gross/islanders-x2kj297h"/><id>urn:uuid:252d22d6-fda1-44d4-b3e6-a4e2bdf1e06a</id><updated>2026-09-13T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>"Obviously there's an opportunity there and coaches and management have a belief in me that I can do it," Isaiah George said. "So I need to go out there and take it."</summary></entry><entry><title>Tom Rock: Jets can talk all they want about winning, but it won't matter until they actually start doing so</title><author><name>Tom Rock</name><email>tom.rock@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/tom-rock/jets-aaron-glenn-ensdear6"/><id>urn:uuid:8dada6b9-ddd1-4657-8336-92222ef627c2</id><updated>2026-09-13T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The team is saying all the right things, but it's hard to buy any of it based on the franchise's track record.</summary></entry><entry><title>Colin Stephenson: Are new-look Rangers ready to win now after GM Chris Drury upgraded the roster?</title><author><name>Colin Stephenson</name><email>colin.stephenson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/hockey/rangers/rangers-rookie-camp-i14hxlxj"/><id>urn:uuid:050fa63b-c3dc-43ae-a8bc-9fdeeeaa748f</id><updated>2026-09-13T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The Rangers had a good summer with GM Chris Drury using the salary cap space the club had to make some much needed upgrades.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island man bounces back after joint implants, and others do too</title><author><name>Lisa L. Colangelo</name><email>lisa.colangelo@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/li-life/long-island-joint-replacement-surgery-i553j5kf"/><id>urn:uuid:f7b9315a-845a-4cc6-b43e-778db30ac193</id><updated>2026-09-13T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>As the number of seniors pursuing an active lifestyles into their 70s and 80s grows, so does the number seeking joint replacement surgery.</summary></entry><entry><title>My fig tree came back, just like we all can</title><author><name>Michael Dobie</name><email>Michael.Dobie1@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/opinion/columnists/michael-dobie/fig-tree-resurgence-oizvk004"/><id>urn:uuid:cbbca951-6918-4cd4-b7fa-978d8ddcbb5f</id><updated>2026-09-13T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>We resigned ourselves to its demise, and all seemed lost.</summary></entry><entry><title>Long Island-based American Soccer Club New York ready to make noise in the US Open Cup</title><author><name>Ben Dickson</name><email>benjamin.dickson@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/american-soccer-club-new-york-us-open-cup-jn51le3w"/><id>urn:uuid:13ebeeb7-3ec6-4371-9619-f4158cd00e78</id><updated>2026-09-13T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>The U.S. Open Cup is the country's oldest ongoing national soccer competition; the Fighting Tomcats will play at Osner's FC in a qualifying first round match Sunday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Gridiron Greats from Week 1 of the high school football season</title><author><name>Gregg Sarra</name><email>gregg.sarra@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/high-school/football/high-school-football-knr8oje7"/><id>urn:uuid:d953478a-5713-4fa9-aa64-19f7e577e8b0</id><updated>2026-09-13T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>These are the most outstanding performances in Nassau, Suffolk and the CHSFL.</summary></entry><entry><title>David Lennon: Yankees' Aaron Boone knows the importance of a healthy heart</title><author><name>David Lennon</name><email>dave.lennon@newsday.com</email></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/david-lennon/yankees-mets-aaron-boone-pete-alonso-wi5krp06"/><id>urn:uuid:0e66ff93-40c5-4c8f-a95c-0c7fc65c346a</id><updated>2026-09-13T02:00:00.000-04:00</updated><summary>Aaron Boone had open-heart surgery toward the end of his playing career and another procedure in 2021 during his time as Yankees manager.</summary></entry><entry><title>Iranian cargo ship is struck, and talks between Tehran and its neighbors are postponed</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/iran-us-war-hormuz-ship-struck-q91735"/><id>urn:uuid:7a1ad1cd-7fea-4367-ba92-652f1e6f988a</id><updated>2026-09-13T01:53:43.227-04:00</updated><summary>State-run media in Iran say an Iranian commercial vessel has been struck off Qeshm Island in the Strait of Hormuz, with one person killed and four wounded.</summary></entry><entry><title>Kaminski throws 3 TD passes, Langama adds 99-yard KOR, North Dakota beats Portland State 47-23</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/north-dakota-portland-state-score-c70125"/><id>urn:uuid:89018145-1f04-4f37-a9d2-78e48d83373a</id><updated>2026-09-13T01:35:32.259-04:00</updated><summary>Jerry Kaminski was 21-of-29 passing for 336 yards and three touchdowns, Charles Langama returned a kickoff 99 yards for a score and North Dakota beat Portland State 47-23.</summary></entry><entry><title>Backup QB Tait Reynolds leads 5 scoring drives as Clemson defeats Georgia Southern 22-7</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/georgia-southern-clemson-score-n54318"/><id>urn:uuid:dfe4f8f7-8f0c-48f4-8f25-1b84cb7cc797</id><updated>2026-09-13T01:27:04.089-04:00</updated><summary>Freshman Tait Reynolds took over for an injured Christopher Vizzina at quarterback in the first quarter and threw for 178 yards and led five scoring drives as Clemson defeated Georgia Southern 22-7.</summary></entry><entry><title>EJ Colson Jr. throws 4 TD passes, runs for score in UTEP's 51-10 victory over Texas Southern</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/texas-southern-tigers-utep-miners-football-score-y75379"/><id>urn:uuid:4485562a-d196-419c-99b6-dd48b9b72430</id><updated>2026-09-13T01:18:37.016-04:00</updated><summary>EJ Colson Jr. threw four touchdown passes and ran for a score and UTEP breezed to a 51-10 victory over FCS-member Texas Southern.</summary></entry><entry><title>Weaver to Clark connection nets 2TDs and San Jose St. fends off Cal Poly upset bid in 30-20 win</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/cal-poly-san-jose-state-score-n34392"/><id>urn:uuid:d9ab4796-bfa4-4156-9ffa-8042292ef96b</id><updated>2026-09-13T01:17:42.110-04:00</updated><summary>Luke Weaver threw two of his three touchdowns to receiver Carson Clark and San Jose State used the fourth quarter to pull away from FCS-member Cal Poly for a 30-20 win.</summary></entry><entry><title>Arch Manning gets his moment in No. 4 Texas' historic rally over No. 1 Ohio State</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/texas-arch-manning-ohio-state-i20962"/><id>urn:uuid:5e3fb3e3-08ca-477a-9ca2-374e5f99dd1c</id><updated>2026-09-13T01:15:21.453-04:00</updated><summary>Arch Manning delivered a moment, and it was a big one for the Texas and himself.</summary></entry><entry><title>Munie scores a goal, Gunn has 4 saves, Earthquakes beat Dynamo 1-0</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/dynamo-earthquakes-score-i37805"/><id>urn:uuid:5b19f61f-dc96-4610-afc8-292d07771f8a</id><updated>2026-09-13T01:00:24.985-04:00</updated><summary>Daniel Munie scored a goal, Angus Gunn had four saves, and the San Jose Earthquakes beat the Houston Dynamo 1-0 for their second consecutive win.</summary></entry><entry><title>Corley and Barcenas score to give the Wave a 2-1 win over the Courage</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/wave-courage-reign-bay-dash-royals-score-c60434"/><id>urn:uuid:bd9a3632-cba6-41d1-91f1-1e186ba15ad2</id><updated>2026-09-13T00:59:52.193-04:00</updated><summary>Gia Corley and Melanie Barcenas scored and the San Diego Wave beat the visiting North Carolina Courage 2-1 on Saturday.</summary></entry><entry><title>Paul Arriola scores late to rally Sounders to 1-1 draw with Galaxy but winless streak reaches 12</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/soccer/seattle-sounders-los-angeles-galaxy-score-mls-t56660"/><id>urn:uuid:f49ee04e-1e45-4582-80d2-1f1646534b11</id><updated>2026-09-13T00:54:55.661-04:00</updated><summary>Paul Arriola scored late in the second half to rally Seattle to a 1-1 draw with the Los Angeles Galaxy, although the Sounders' saw a club-record winless streak reach 12.</summary></entry><entry><title>Mariners pound Athletics 19-1 with 5 home runs, 23 hits</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/baseball/mariners-athletics-score-h66803"/><id>urn:uuid:baf38a09-0d7b-44fb-80ee-a15ee2c7d616</id><updated>2026-09-13T00:50:53.515-04:00</updated><summary>Randy Arozarena hit one of Seattle's five home runs in a 19-1 shellacking of the Athletics, the Mariners' biggest ever margin of victory.</summary></entry><entry><title>Byrum Brown shines in home opener, leading Auburn to a 43-8 victory over Southern Miss</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/southern-miss-auburn-score-a24418"/><id>urn:uuid:b65cd738-0f88-4146-b6b9-c5825796a3d2</id><updated>2026-09-13T00:50:14.887-04:00</updated><summary>Byrum Brown accounted for 319 yards and three touchdowns, leading Auburn to a 43-8 victory over Southern Miss.</summary></entry><entry><title>Veltkamp throws 5 TD passes and Rogers kicks 60-yard FG to help Florida Atlantic beat Navy 38-30</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/navy-florida-atlantic-score-p93710"/><id>urn:uuid:f6bcc97c-f766-4fa3-ab82-d76c82f4c755</id><updated>2026-09-13T00:37:36.808-04:00</updated><summary>Caden Veltkamp throws five touchdown passes for Florida Atlantic, leading them to a 38-30 victory over Navy in an American Conference opener.</summary></entry><entry><title>Georgia Tech coach Key: Mbakwe talking and responsive after collision vs Tennessee</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/georgia-tech-mbakwe-football-r45164"/><id>urn:uuid:000e8dc5-5d80-4748-976e-d594c54399df</id><updated>2026-09-13T00:24:53.883-04:00</updated><summary>Georgia Tech coach Brent Key says Jaylen Mbakwe is talking and responsive after a scary collision on Saturday night.</summary></entry><entry><title>Benin bets on turning its cotton crop into clothes at home</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/benin-cotton-producer-garments-economy-hope-y59356"/><id>urn:uuid:3b74666e-d88e-4e1d-bb0a-0d55c6e0b7de</id><updated>2026-09-13T00:17:26.148-04:00</updated><summary>The fabrics made by Fatoumata Dosso carry the tag "Made in Benin."</summary></entry><entry><title>De La Poza's 4th quarter field goals boot Tarleton State past McNeese 27-24</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/tarleton-state-mcneese-score-m81453"/><id>urn:uuid:8bbfa547-f023-4004-b0b2-d0610a068325</id><updated>2026-09-13T00:13:03.971-04:00</updated><summary>Alejandro De La Poza's 24-yard field goal as time expired helped carry Tarleton State to a 27-24 win over McNeese.</summary></entry><entry><title>Rutherford accounts for 3 TDs, leading Stephen F. Austin over Abilene Christian 26-7</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/stephen-f-austin-abilene-christian-score-u78880"/><id>urn:uuid:e4cb6089-9c01-48ab-835e-c402f06c3386</id><updated>2026-09-13T00:11:09.582-04:00</updated><summary>Gavin Rutherford leads Stephen F.</summary></entry><entry><title>Giotto's famed fresco cycle depicting St. Francis of Assisi restored in Florence</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/news/nation/italy-giotto-renaissance-florence-fresco-d32536"/><id>urn:uuid:12e1b2a9-ba4a-4a76-b035-f99ee0213e1e</id><updated>2026-09-13T00:03:59.740-04:00</updated><summary>A cycle of frescoes by Italian 14th-century master Giotto, depicting key moments in the life of St. Francis of Assisi, has been unveiled after a four-year restoration.</summary></entry><entry><title>Tulsa uses big plays from Jones, Lawyer to rally for 23-17 win over Sam Houston</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/sports/college/college-football/tulsa-sam-houston-score-m10422"/><id>urn:uuid:dc7262ea-50c5-44f1-b16c-bc6aeff26146</id><updated>2026-09-13T00:02:06.448-04:00</updated><summary>Trequan Jones ran for 125 yards and scored twice, Tulsa took the lead for good early in the third quarter and went the Golden Hurricane went on to beat Sam Houston 23-17.</summary></entry><entry><title>Trump loves the game of golf and takes pride in his relationships with some of the pros</title><author><name> The Associated Press</name></author><link href="https://www.newsday.com/long-island/politics/trump-golf-ireland-doonbeg-mcillroy-irish-open-k91499"/><id>urn:uuid:d7f188cb-e3cc-4274-8c98-1a2414462c5e</id><updated>2026-09-13T00:01:45.756-04:00</updated><summary>President Donald Trump has presented Irishman Shane Lowry, winner of the Irish Open, with the championship trophy.</summary></entry></feed>