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- 1Russia strikes National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv●Jorge Liboreiro @jorgeliboreiro.bsky.social Kyiv, today. Russia has struck the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv. Not
Russia struck the National Academy of Sciences in Kyiv, as well as a medical centre in the city centre, according to journalist Jorge Liboreiro reporting from the Ukrainian capital. The attacks drew condemnation, with comments describing the strikes on scientific and medical facilities as showing utter disregard for civilian life. The incidents come amid continued Russian strikes on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, prompting renewed anger and calls for stronger international responses.
- 2Taylor Swift Among Winners at MTV Video Music Awards▼MTV Video Music Awards 2026 winners list including Taylor Swift
Coverage of the MTV Video Music Awards is circulating with a winners list that includes Taylor Swift among the honorees. Outlets including USA Today are publishing rundowns of who took home awards at the ceremony, drawing attention from music fans tracking the night's biggest wins and surprises.
- 3Al Roker's sudden 'Today' show departure explained▼Al Roker’s sudden ‘Today’ show departure explained
Al Roker's departure from NBC's 'Today' show is being described as sudden, with media reports now explaining the circumstances behind the veteran weatherman's exit. Roker has been one of the programme's most recognizable faces for decades, so news of his leaving has drawn significant attention from fans of the morning show.
- 4VMAs bring music's past and present to the same stage●The VMAs bring music’s past and present to the same stage
The MTV Video Music Awards staged a program that deliberately paired legacy acts with today's chart leaders, mixing nostalgia with current pop moments on one stage. Commentators highlighted how the show leaned into its own history while still spotlighting newer artists, making the ceremony as much a celebration of music's arc as a competition for this year's trophies.
- 5World News Day: publishers highlight value of trusted journalism▼World News Day today: Publishers unite to show why trusted journalism matters
News publishers around the world are marking World News Day today, using the occasion to emphasise why trusted, fact-based journalism matters. Organisers and outlets are staging a united effort to remind audiences of the role reliable reporting plays in public life, at a time when misinformation and declining trust in media remain widespread concerns globally.
- 6NOAA flood mapping tool now covers nearly all of the US●NOAA: NOAA’s flood mapping tool now covers nearly 100% of U.S . “NOAA’s National Weather Service announced today that Fl
NOAA's National Weather Service announced that its Flood Inundation Mapping (FIM) tool, which predicts river flooding, is now available on an experimental basis to nearly 100% of the United States. The expansion means communities across the country can access forecasts showing where floodwaters will spread, aiding emergency planning and response.
- 7Madonna Opens MTV VMAs with Sabrina Carpenter and Charli xcx●Madonna Opens MTV Video Music Awards With Sabrina Carpenter and Charli xcx, Plus Sombr, Debi Mazar and More
Madonna opened the MTV Video Music Awards in a segment featuring Sabrina Carpenter and Charli xcx, with appearances from Sombr and Debi Mazar among others. The pairing of pop's biggest legacy star with two of today's most-streamed artists is drawing attention, as fans react to the cross-generational stage moment at one of music television's flagship ceremonies.
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Al Roker has addressed why he abruptly left his role on NBC's Today show. The longtime weather anchor explained the circumstances behind the departure, drawing attention from fans of the program. Roker has been a fixture of the morning show for decades, so news of his exit prompted widespread discussion among viewers.
- 9Mortgage refinance rates remain lower than purchase rates▼Mortgage and refinance rates today, Monday, September 28, 2026: Refinance rates still lower than purchase rates
Mortgage and refinance rates for Monday, September 28, 2026 show refinance rates still sitting below purchase rates. That gap means homeowners considering refinancing may face better pricing than buyers taking out new purchase loans. Borrowers are weighing whether the current rate environment makes refinancing worthwhile, while prospective buyers continue to contend with higher costs on new home loans.
- 10Madonna to Open 2026 VMAs With Sabrina Carpenter and Charli XCX●Madonna Opens 2026 VMAs With Sabrina Carpenter and Charli XCX
Madonna is set to open the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, performing alongside Sabrina Carpenter and Charli XCX. The pairing of pop's most enduring icon with two of the biggest current names in music is being billed as a generational handoff moment for the ceremony. Fans are already speculating about what the joint performance will look like ahead of the show.
- 11Honor unveils Magic 9 flagship phones in China●Honor launches its new Magic 9 flagship phones in China today, and the 9 Pro Max features a design revamp, a capable cam
Honor has launched its Magic 9 flagship smartphone lineup in China, headlined by the Magic 9 Pro Max, which brings a redesigned body, a strong camera system and an unusually large battery. It is the company's first major flagship release since it announced its camera partnership with cinema brand Arri, and observers are weighing whether the collaboration shows in the new hardware.
- 12Harry Smith returns to NBC two years after exit●‘Today’ show alum Harry Smith returns to NBC 2 years after exit
Veteran broadcaster Harry Smith, a longtime 'Today' show alum, is returning to NBC two years after leaving the network. The news was reported by Entertainment Weekly. Smith, known for decades of work in morning television, previously spent much of his career at CBS before joining NBC. Details of his new role and start date were not immediately given. Viewers of morning news programming are watching to see what position he will take at the network.
- 13Refinance rates remain lower than purchase mortgage rates▼Mortgage and refinance interest rates today, Monday, September 28, 2026: Refinance rates still lower than purchase rates
Mortgage and refinance interest rates for Monday, September 28, 2026 show refinance rates continuing to sit below purchase rates. Homeowners weighing a refinance may still find lower pricing than buyers taking out new purchase loans. Borrowers are watching daily rate moves to decide whether refinancing makes financial sense amid ongoing rate uncertainty.
- 14Exhibition on Sami life opens at Kin Museum in Kiruna●‘The same struggles as 100 years ago’: an exhibition highlights the lives of Sami people in Sweden. From a detailed mult
An exhibition of Johan Turi's work has opened at the Kin Museum in Kiruna, Sweden, highlighting the lives of Sami people. It features a detailed multi-perspectival drawing of reindeer and written accounts of Sami belief systems and childbirth. Commentators note that the struggles depicted in Turi's century-old work mirror challenges the Sami still face today.