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AMERICANALMANAC (Charles McAdams) - Miley Cyrus drops new single 'Bass Persuades' ahead of 10th studio album

Miley Cyrus released the first single and music video from her forthcoming 10th studio album, a dance-heavy track called "Bass Persuades" that arrives two weeks before the full record hits shelves. The singer and actress, who now goes by the mononym "Miley," put out the single and its accompanying video on Thursday, Sept. 4, UPI […] The post Miley Cyrus drops new single 'Bass Persuades' ahead of 10th studio album appeared first on American Almanac .

Miley Cyrus released the first single and music video from her forthcoming 10th studio album, a dance-heavy track called "Bass Persuades" that arrives two weeks before the full record hits shelves. The singer and actress, who now goes by the mononym "Miley," put out the single and its accompanying video on Thursday, Sept. 4, UPI reported . The album, also titled "Bass Persuades," is scheduled for release Sept. 18. It will be her 10th studio record, a milestone for a performer who first broke through as a teenager on the Disney Channel two decades ago. The music video wastes no time establishing a mood. Miley crashes an underground poker game and launches into a choreographed dance routine alongside shirtless dancers in matching black…Open

How has Miley's father, Billy Ray Cyrus, reacted to her decision to drop her last name?
Billy Ray Cyrus backed Miley's choice to shed the family name, framing it as her right as an artist to define herself on her own terms.
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What was the critical and commercial success of Miley Cyrus's ninth studio album?
Her ninth studio effort, "Endless Summer Vacation," won a Grammy for its lead single "Flowers" and reestablished her as a dominant chart presence.
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How does Miley Cyrus's current professional identity differ from her early career beginnings?
Miley Cyrus now goes by the mononym "Miley" rather than her full name, a move seen as a clean break from the Cyrus family brand. She first rose to fame as a teenager on the Disney Channel, most notably through her breakout role in "Hannah Montana" which debuted in 2006.
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What are the key visual elements featured in the music video for the single "Bass Persuades"?
The music video features Miley crashing an underground poker game and performing a choreographed dance routine with shirtless dancers in matching black pants, followed by a sequence of dancing on city streets at night.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Charles McAdams) - Werner Herzog's 'Bucking Fastard' draws standing ovation at Venice with Mara sisters, Orlando Bloom

Kate and Rooney Mara made their first on-screen pairing a memorable one, premiering Werner Herzog's new drama at the 2026 Venice Film Festival to a nearly seven-minute standing ovation. The sisters play fictional twins Jean and Joan Holbrooke in Bucking Fastard, characters who speak in unison throughout the film, a creative choice that drew an […] The post Werner Herzog's 'Bucking Fastard' draws standing ovation at Venice with Mara sisters, Orlando Bloom appeared first on American Almanac .

Kate and Rooney Mara made their first on-screen pairing a memorable one, premiering Werner Herzog's new drama at the 2026 Venice Film Festival to a nearly seven-minute standing ovation. The sisters play fictional twins Jean and Joan Holbrooke in Bucking Fastard, characters who speak in unison throughout the film, a creative choice that drew an extended ovation from the Venice crowd on September 3. Orlando Bloom co-stars as the love interest for both sisters in the drama, which Herzog wrote and directed. Domhnall Gleeson and Hugh O'Conor round out the cast. The film had its world premiere at the 83rd Venice Film Festival, one of the most prestigious showcases in global cinema. UPI reported the ovation lasted 6.5 minutes; the Associated…Open

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AMERICANALMANAC (Alex Tanzer) - Sony fires 'Wheel of Fortune' announcer Jim Thornton after completing investigation

Sony Pictures Television Studios terminated Jim Thornton from "Wheel of Fortune" effective immediately after what the company called a thorough investigation, ending a 15-year run that began when Thornton replaced the show's iconic original announcer. A Sony spokesperson confirmed the firing on Friday, offering a one-sentence statement that left the nature of the underlying allegations […] The post Sony fires 'Wheel of Fortune' announcer Jim Thornton after completing investigation appeared first on American Almanac .

Sony Pictures Television Studios terminated Jim Thornton from "Wheel of Fortune" effective immediately after what the company called a thorough investigation, ending a 15-year run that began when Thornton replaced the show's iconic original announcer. A Sony spokesperson confirmed the firing on Friday, offering a one-sentence statement that left the nature of the underlying allegations unspecified. Thornton, 61, had already been suspended from the long-running game show on September 1, when Sony first acknowledged it had "recently been made aware of allegations" against him. The company began recasting the announcer role at that point and launched its internal review. The termination caps a rapid sequence of events that traces back to a…Open

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AMERICANALMANAC (Jack Newsome) - Buck breaks into Florida home, hides in bathroom, then takes a swim before deputies can act

A large buck wandered into a St. Johns County, Florida, home on August 23, parked itself next to the toilet, took two dips in the backyard pool, and escaped through a fence before deputies could do much about it. The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office shared video of the bizarre encounter on Facebook, showing the […] The post Buck breaks into Florida home, hides in bathroom, then takes a swim before deputies can act appeared first on American Almanac .

A large buck wandered into a St. Johns County, Florida, home on August 23, parked itself next to the toilet, took two dips in the backyard pool, and escaped through a fence before deputies could do much about it. The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office shared video of the bizarre encounter on Facebook, showing the deer standing calmly beside the toilet bowl as deputies tried to figure out their next move. One deputy, audibly stunned, summed up the situation on camera. "First time I've had a deer in a house in 23 years of my profession." How the animal got inside remains unclear. No one in the household was named in the sheriff's office post, and the agency offered no explanation for the deer's point of entry. But the footage left little…Open

Where is St. Johns County located in relation to Jacksonville, Florida?
St. Johns County is located in northeast Florida, south of Jacksonville.
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What was the final outcome for the buck after it exited the house?
After the buck was coaxed outside and took two dips in the swimming pool, it climbed out of the water, found an opening in the fence, and bolted.
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Were there any injuries or property damage reported during the incident in St. Johns County?
No injuries to the deer, the deputies, or the residents were reported, and no property damage was mentioned.
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According to a deputy with 23 years in the profession, how rare was this encounter?
The deputy stated it was the first time in his 23-year career that he had encountered a deer inside a house.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Sadie Smith) - Milly Alcock's 'Supergirl' lands Sept. 10 premiere date on HBO Max

HBO Max will debut its Supergirl film on Sept. 10, with House of the Dragon breakout Milly Alcock stepping into the cape for a story that trades Metropolis for an interstellar rescue mission. UPI reported the premiere date on Sept. 4, confirming that the film will arrive on the streaming platform with a cast that […] The post Milly Alcock's 'Supergirl' lands Sept. 10 premiere date on HBO Max appeared first on American Almanac .

HBO Max will debut its Supergirl film on Sept. 10, with House of the Dragon breakout Milly Alcock stepping into the cape for a story that trades Metropolis for an interstellar rescue mission. UPI reported the premiere date on Sept. 4, confirming that the film will arrive on the streaming platform with a cast that includes Jason Momoa, Matthias Schoenaerts, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, and Eve Ridley alongside Alcock in the title role. Craig Gillespie directed from a screenplay by Ana Nogueira. The film follows Kara, Superman's cousin, in a version of the character the official synopsis describes as "headstrong, worldly-wise, and often reckless." That framing signals a deliberate departure from the squeaky-clean superhero template…Open

What previous work is Milly Alcock known for prior to her role in Supergirl?
Milly Alcock gained wide recognition for her portrayal of the young Princess Rhaenyra Targaryen in the HBO series House of the Dragon.
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How does the tone of the Supergirl film differ from traditional superhero stories?
The film departs from the "squeaky-clean superhero template" by featuring a hero who is reckless and operates on her own terms, exploring moral gray areas such as the balance between vengeance and justice.
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Who are the director and screenwriter for the Supergirl film?
Craig Gillespie directed the film, and the screenplay was written by Ana Nogueira.
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What is the plot premise of the new Supergirl movie?
The story follows Kara, Superman's cousin, on an interstellar rescue mission to save the life of her dog, Krypto, after an unexpected and ruthless adversary strikes. The character is described as "headstrong, worldly-wise, and often reckless."
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AMERICANALMANAC (Alan Benson) - Democrats split over Hasan Piker as AOC dismisses criticism and Michigan Senate race becomes flashpoint

Democratic lawmakers cannot agree on whether to embrace or disavow far-left Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, and the divide is exposing a fault line between the party's progressive wing and members who say tolerating extremism has a cost. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez waved off the growing controversy surrounding Piker's role in the 2026 midterm cycle, telling The […] The post Democrats split over Hasan Piker as AOC dismisses criticism and Michigan Senate race becomes flashpoint appeared first on American Almanac .

Democratic lawmakers cannot agree on whether to embrace or disavow far-left Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, and the divide is exposing a fault line between the party's progressive wing and members who say tolerating extremism has a cost. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez waved off the growing controversy surrounding Piker's role in the 2026 midterm cycle, telling The Hill on Thursday that the attention was unwarranted. Rep. Pramila Jayapal took a softer line, arguing Democrats need Piker's audience. And Rep. Josh Gottheimer went the other direction entirely, demanding that candidates who appeared with Piker condemn his views outright. The split landed squarely on Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed, who has campaigned repeatedly…Open

How did House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries characterize Hasan Piker's comments?
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries called Piker's comments "dangerous and antisemitic," according to AP News.
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What was Senator Bernie Sanders' perspective on Hasan Piker's controversial remarks?
In an August 2026 CNN interview, Sen. Bernie Sanders condemned Piker's 9/11 statements but argued the relationship should not be disqualifying, suggesting that people in media or podcasts often "say dumb things" and that the party should "get above cancel culture."
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How did Sen. John Fetterman respond to Abdul El-Sayed's association with Hasan Piker?
Sen. John Fetterman offered $50,000 for El-Sayed to hold a rally with Piker on the anniversary of September 11 to challenge him to "explain to people why America deserved that 25 years ago," and offered another $50,000 for a rally with Fetterman's half-sister, who posted an "October 7th blessing" video on Instagram.
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What is the political situation involving Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan Senate race?
Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic Senate nominee in Michigan, is facing pressure because he campaigned with Hasan Piker four times, including a rally at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor on April 7, 2026. El-Sayed has framed his association as an effort to reach Piker's 3 million followers rather than a total endorsement of Piker's views.
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AMERICANALMANAC (Sadie Smith) - August jobs report shatters forecasts as Trump demands the Fed cut rates

The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August, roughly triple what economists predicted, and President Trump seized the moment to pressure the Federal Reserve for lower interest rates. The Labor Department's monthly payroll figures landed like a thunderclap on Wall Street, where the consensus forecast had called for just 53,000 new jobs. Private-sector hiring alone […] The post August jobs report shatters forecasts as Trump demands the Fed cut rates appeared first on American Almanac .

The U.S. economy added 162,000 jobs in August, roughly triple what economists predicted, and President Trump seized the moment to pressure the Federal Reserve for lower interest rates. The Labor Department's monthly payroll figures landed like a thunderclap on Wall Street, where the consensus forecast had called for just 53,000 new jobs. Private-sector hiring alone hit 127,000, more than double the 53,000 analysts expected. Manufacturing added 16,000 positions against a forecast of 5,000. And the unemployment rate held steady at 4.1 percent, defying predictions it would tick up to 4.2 percent. Trump posted on Truth Social within hours of the release, calling the numbers proof that the economy is outperforming every outside estimate but his…Open

What were the reported trends in durable-goods manufacturing job gains for the summer months?
Durable-goods manufacturing posted 15,000 new jobs in August, following 24,000 in July and 13,000 in June, marking three consecutive months of gains.
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What did President Trump demand from the Federal Reserve following the release of the August jobs report?
President Trump demanded that the Federal Reserve cut interest rates, arguing that a stronger economy makes the U.S. a better credit risk and should result in the lowest borrowing costs of any major nation. He also suggested that if the Fed did not lower rates, he would stop trading with countries that run surpluses against the United States.
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How did the August jobs report revisions affect the reported job numbers for June and July?
The revisions wiped out July's reported loss of 23,000 jobs by revising it to a gain of 21,000 (a swing of 44,000), and June's figure moved up by 11,000 to a gain of 31,000, adding a combined 55,000 jobs to the prior two months' totals.
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What was the reported unemployment rate for August, and how did it compare to predictions?
The unemployment rate held steady at 4.1 percent, defying predictions that it would increase to 4.2 percent.
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YOUTUBE (Fox News) - WATCH: Man SAVES child from running in front of ONCOMING train #shorts #world #news #viral

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How did government officials react to the man's actions in Turkey?
Government officials thanked the man for his heroic actions in saving the child from the oncoming tram.
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What was the outcome for the child after the rescue in Turkey?
The child did not sustain any injuries following the incident.
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What occurred in Turkey involving a child and a tram?
A man saved a child by grabbing them before an oncoming tram passed through the area, preventing the child from running in front of the train.
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