News chronological

AMERICANALMANAC (Ken Jacobs) - Jeff Probst says he has no plans to leave 'Survivor' as Season 51 debuts on CBS Fri Sep 25 17:29:10 2026

At 64 years old and 25 years into the job, Survivor host Jeff Probst told interviewers he sees no end in sight for his run, and believes the show's best work may still be ahead. Probst sat down with the Hollywood Reporter ahead of the Season 51 premiere Wednesday night on CBS and made his […] The post Jeff Probst says he has no plans to leave 'Survivor' as Season 51 debuts on CBS appeared first on American Almanac .

At 64 years old and 25 years into the job, Survivor host Jeff Probst told interviewers he sees no end in sight for his run, and believes the show's best work may still be ahead. Probst sat down with the Hollywood Reporter ahead of the Season 51 premiere Wednesday night on CBS and made his position plain: he is not retiring. The longtime host and executive producer dismissed any suggestion that 50-plus seasons should prompt an exit, calling Survivor's format "one of the greatest formats in TV" and saying the series "could go for a while." The remarks amount to a direct answer to a question that has trailed the Emmy Award-winning host for years, whether the man synonymous with the franchise since its 2000 debut would step aside and let…Open

AMERICANALMANAC (Sadie Smith) - Jean Smart steps into Diane Keaton's role as the new leading lady in 'Family Stone' sequel Fri Sep 25 17:29:09 2026

Searchlight Pictures tapped 75-year-old Jean Smart to play Craig T. Nelson's love interest in "The Families Stone," filling a void left by Diane Keaton's death last October at 79. The studio announced Smart's casting on Wednesday through its official Instagram account with a simple caption: "Welcome Jean Smart to The Families Stone." The post drew […] The post Jean Smart steps into Diane Keaton's role as the new leading lady in 'Family Stone' sequel appeared first on American Almanac .

Searchlight Pictures tapped 75-year-old Jean Smart to play Craig T. Nelson's love interest in "The Families Stone," filling a void left by Diane Keaton's death last October at 79. The studio announced Smart's casting on Wednesday through its official Instagram account with a simple caption: "Welcome Jean Smart to The Families Stone." The post drew an immediate wave of enthusiasm from fans of the 2005 original, a Christmas comedy that paired Keaton with Nelson as the parents of the boisterous Stone clan. Smart does not replace Keaton's character directly. Keaton's matriarch, Sybil Stone, died of cancer in the original film. The sequel picks up two decades later, with Nelson's character surprising his adult children by bringing a new…Open

AMERICANALMANAC (Charles McAdams) - Cities and states honor the late Dolly Parton with first official September 25 celebrations Fri Sep 25 17:29:09 2026

Dozens of municipalities and one state have declared September 25 as Dolly Parton Day, making California the first in the nation to write the honor into law through bipartisan legislation. Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 931, a bill co-authored by Republican state Senator Shannon Grove of Bakersfield and Democrat John Laird of Santa Cruz, establishing […] The post Cities and states honor the late Dolly Parton with first official September 25 celebrations appeared first on American Almanac .

Dozens of municipalities and one state have declared September 25 as Dolly Parton Day, making California the first in the nation to write the honor into law through bipartisan legislation. Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 931, a bill co-authored by Republican state Senator Shannon Grove of Bakersfield and Democrat John Laird of Santa Cruz, establishing September 25 as an annual Dolly Parton Day in California. The date is a nod to the late singer's signature hit "9 to 5." Newsom's office framed the law not as a political gesture but as a tribute to a woman whose philanthropy and character crossed every partisan line in American life. Newsom did not hold back in his praise. ABC News reported his full statement: "We could all afford to…Open

YOUTUBE (Newsmax) - Jerusalem’s Sweetest Tradition Meets Israel’s Tech Future | Israel Update (Sept. 25, 2026) Fri Sep 25 17:27:43 2026

▶️

In this edition of NEWSMAX Israel Update, host Katrina Szish highlights Google's decision to expand its development operations in Israel with a new team focused on building AI chips for robots and autonomous systems. The company is also hiring dozens of engineers as it increases its investment in Israeli innovation and technology leadership. From Jerusalem, correspondent Jodie Cohen visits the renowned Marzipan Bakery, a local institution famous for its rugelach. Customers explain why the bakery has become a must-visit destination, while Cohen explores the history and popularity of the traditional Jewish pastry. From cutting-edge AI development to cherished culinary traditions, this episode offers a snapshot of Israel's dynamic blend of…

YOUTUBE (NewsNation) - Can Democrats Turn Voter Frustration Into Midterm Wins? | CUOMO Full Show Fri Sep 25 17:26:22 2026

▶️

Chris Cuomo looks at the competing strategies heading into the midterms, with Democrats focusing on “what” voters are experiencing, while MAGA focuses on “who” the alternatives are. Can Democrats convince voters things will get better if they win control the House and/or the Senate? Pennsylvania Democratic Congresswoman Madeleine Dean responds. The Cook Political Report shows the fight for the Senate is now a “true toss up,” with three races shifting toward Democrats: Georgia, Kansas and South Carolina. The latest polls show Democrats’ lead in seven of nine key Senate races, including Texas, Michigan, Iowa and Ohio. Will Trump help turn this around or make matters worse? Bill O’Reilly shares his take. On Sunday, ICE agents…

YOUTUBE (Fox Business) - SECURITY FEARS: IRS CEO INSISTS taxpayers will be fine with new digital push Fri Sep 25 17:21:59 2026

▶️

IRS CEO Frank Bisignano says the agency's new mobile app will let taxpayers securely check refund status and make payments from their phones while AI helps fight fraud and improve customer service.

YOUTUBE (Fox Business) - FAA AI tech could assist MILITARY missions Fri Sep 25 17:21:58 2026

▶️

ASI CEO Phillip Buckendorf discusses the FAA's new SMART tool to help mediate air traffic control and reduce flight delays and says it could be used in military operations. #foxbusiness #phillipbuckendorf #asi #airspaceintelligence #faa #airtrafficcontrol #flightdelays #smarttool #aviation #ai #technology #military #defense #defensetech #travel #airlines #transportation #tech #business #usnews

YOUTUBE (Fox Business) - California is in ‘dire fiscal straits’ as Newsom walks out the door, reporter warns #shorts Fri Sep 25 17:21:58 2026

▶️

City Journal reporter Kenneth Schrupp says California has ‘created a shadow welfare state’ by allegedly spending $11 billion on illegal migrants.

YOUTUBE (Fox Business) - BENEATH THE BOOM: China's rare earth edge raises HUGE question for US Fri Sep 25 17:21:57 2026

▶️

Americas Gold & Silver Corp Chairman and CEO Paul Andre Huet joins Taylor Riggs to discuss U.S. reliance on China for rare earth minerals and how new domestic discoveries could power the AI boom.