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33 NO SOUP FOR YOU!

NATIONAL DAY: National School Picture Day — Celebrates the annual school-photo tradition responsible for generations of awkward childhood portraits.

BIRTHDAY: COLONEL HARLAND SANDERS — (1890–1980) Founder and famous white-suited spokesman of Kentucky Fried Chicken, better known as KFC.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 1942 — JAPANESE FIREBOMB OREGON — A Japanese floatplane dropped incendiary bombs near Brookings, Oregon, in a rare enemy air attack on the continental U.S.

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NO SOUP FOR YOU! (WHYY)

Campbell’s is moving forward with another workforce reduction as the food giant continues restructuring its operations and cutting costs. The Camden-based company says the changes are part of a broader effort to simplify the business, improve efficiency and adjust staffing as consumers remain cautious about spending and food companies face continued pressure on costs.

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EGYPTIAN DEATH KNOT (BBC)

Egyptian television presenter Sarah Khalifa, 39, and 11 others have been sentenced to death by hanging after being convicted on drug charges. Prosecutors said the group imported ingredients used to manufacture narcotics and possessed illegal firearms and ammunition. Khalifa, known for the crime-themed TV program Mission Impossible, denies the charges and plans to appeal.

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DID I DO THAT? (KTVU FOX 2)

Authorities say a suspect somehow carried a concealed gun into the Pittsburg Police Department and then into a jail cell before allegedly shooting an officer. The weapon apparently went undetected during the booking process, raising serious questions about how the gun made it through police security and into the detention area.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

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32 1001 USES FOR DUCT TAPE

NATIONAL DAY: Star Trek Day — Celebrates the September 8, 1966 television premiere of the original Star Trek.

BIRTHDAY: DAVID ARQUETTE — (55) Actor best known as Deputy Dewey Riley in the Scream movie franchise.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 1986 — OPRAH GOES NATIONAL — The Oprah Winfrey Show made its national debut and became a daytime television phenomenon

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1001 USES FOR DUCT TAPE (New York Post)

Arizona realtor Layne Arthur Lundeen, 67, allegedly erupted aboard American Airlines Flight 618 from Dallas to Newark, shouting racial and anti-gay slurs and getting physical with passengers. Fellow travelers and crew restrained him with zip ties and duct tape before the flight diverted to Baltimore, where he was arrested on assault and disorderly conduct charges.

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WATERMELON FELON FUNDING (Fox News)

Convicted murderer Karmelo Anthony’s family is seeking another $250,000 to fund his appeal after an earlier GiveSendGo campaign raised $633,908. Anthony, sentenced to 35 years for killing 17-year-old Austin Metcalf, says he cannot afford appellate counsel. The new fundraiser will be controlled through an attorney trust account and restricted to legal expenses.

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‘BLAZING’ ON COURT 17 (Not the Bee)

World No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka briefly stopped play during her US Open match against Kamilla Rakhimova after smelling marijuana and alerted the chair umpire. Officials searched the stands while Sabalenka resumed play and won 6-3, 6-4. Cannabis odor has become a recurring complaint at the tournament, particularly around Court 17 near Flushing Meadows-Corona Park.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

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31 CATCH A WAVE

NATIONAL DAY: Labor Day — U.S. federal holiday honoring workers

BIRTHDAY: Chrissie Hynde (born 1951) — Frontwoman of the Pretenders

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 1979 — ESPN made its cable-television debut

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CATCH A WAVE (New York Post)

Hurricane Marie stayed hundreds of miles offshore but still sent dangerous surf, rip currents and coastal flooding into Southern California over Labor Day weekend. Seal Beach closed beachfront parking lots after ocean water inundated the area, while waves reached roughly 6 to 10 feet at some south-facing beaches and lifeguards warned swimmers to stay cautious.

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FLY SPY (Reason)

Sonoma County used drones initially aimed at illegal cannabis grows to search private homes for ordinary code violations such as decks, trailers, fences and outbuildings. Records show 700 flights produced about 5,600 photos since 2019. A new settlement now generally requires warrants, resident notification and deletion of most footage after 30 days.

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PLAN A.I. (KTVU FOX 2)

Three novice hikers from Roseville used Google Gemini to help plan a Mount Shasta climb, including what route to take and what supplies to bring. They reached the summit around 7 p.m., well past the recommended noon turnaround, became lost descending in darkness and spent the night stranded after one injured his knee before rescuers brought them down safely.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

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30 I’m Sorry You Have Reached a Number That Has Been Disconnected or No Longer in Service

NATIONAL DAY: National Chianti Day — A first-Friday celebration of the famous Italian red wine.

BIRTHDAY: PAUL HARVEY — (1918–2009) Legendary American radio broadcaster whose distinctive delivery and The Rest of the Story became fixtures of American radio.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 1972 — THE PRICE IS RIGHT DEBUTS The revamped The Price Is Right, hosted by Bob Barker, premiered on CBS.

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I’M SORRY YOU HAVE REACHED A NUMBER THAT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED OR NO LONGER IN SERVICE (Not the Bee)

ChatGPT, Claude and Grok all suffered confirmed service problems Thursday morning, leaving users unable to access several major AI tools at roughly the same time. The outages largely recovered later in the day, but no common cause has been established and it remains unclear whether the disruptions were related.

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NEW HAMPSHIRE MONSTER ATTACKS 3 (New York Post)

Lebanon, New Hampshire police say three people reported attacks in the Centerra Park area beginning Aug. 30, apparently involving the same unusually aggressive wild animal. Witnesses described it as either a gray fox or a fisher, but police have not confirmed the species and are coordinating with New Hampshire Fish and Game.

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ETIQUETTE FAS PAUX (Fox News)

Traditional dining etiquette says plates should generally remain until everyone at the table has finished, even though many restaurants now clear diners individually. Etiquette and restaurant experts say servers should read body language and utensil cues—and, when in doubt, simply ask before taking the plate.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

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29 It’s a Tremendous Coin!

NATIONAL DAY: U.S. Bowling League Day — Spotlights bowling leagues and the social side of the sport

BIRTHDAY: Charlie Sheen (born 1965) — Actor known for Platoon, Wall Street, and Two and a Half Men.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 1928 — Alexander Fleming noticed a mold that killed bacteria, the accidental discovery that led to penicillin.

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(1) IT’S A TREMENDOUS COIN! (Ground News)

The U.S. Mint is selling 2026 Semiquincentennial President Donald J. Trump $1 coins honoring America’s 250th anniversary. The Philadelphia-minted coins feature Trump on the obverse and the Presidential Seal on the reverse. A special run of 250,000 coins struck July 4 carries a “July 4th” privy mark and was randomly mixed into collector rolls and bags.

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(2) EAT YOUR CAKE (New York Post)

Uber is cutting about 3,300 jobs, roughly 10% of its global workforce, in its largest layoffs since the pandemic. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi says the restructuring will reduce management layers, simplify teams and free resources for growth and innovation, including autonomous vehicles. The company is also sharply reducing remote-work positions.

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(3) WOODS CHANGING DRIVERS (Golfweek)

Tiger Woods pleaded no contest in Florida to a reduced reckless-driving charge stemming from his March rollover crash. Woods had initially faced DUI with property damage and refusal-to-test charges. Under the plea agreement, his driver’s license is suspended for five years and he was fined; the suspension stems from the reduced driving charges.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

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28 I’m a Toys R Us Kid

NATIONAL DAY: Calendar Adjustment Day — Commemorates Britain’s 1752 switch from the Julian to Gregorian calendar, when Sept. 2 was followed by Sept. 14.

BIRTHDAY: Salma Hayek (born 1966) — Actress and producer (Frida, Desperado).

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 1901 — Theodore Roosevelt first used the phrase “speak softly and carry a big stick” at the Minnesota State Fair.

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I’M A TOYS R US KID (Fox Business)

Toys R Us is continuing its brick-and-mortar comeback with a new store planned for Northridge Fashion Center in California’s San Fernando Valley. An opening date has not been announced. The retailer now lists more than 30 standalone and flagship U.S. locations, in addition to its presence inside Macy’s stores.

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SUING FOR LACK A NOOKIE (New York Post)

Hockey player Ivan Zenchencko, 32, is suing Bauer Hockey and Pure Hockey after a puck allegedly pierced his helmet during a September 2025 game at the LA Kings Valley Ice Center. The lawsuit alleges traumatic brain injury and other lasting effects; his wife also claims loss of companionship and sexual relations.

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WONT BACK DOWN (Fox News)

Missouri grandmother Kathy Kite says she will keep serving free breakfasts from her Harrisburg home after Boone County health officials told her a permit was required for serving food to the public. The county says no citation or cease-and-desist order was issued and says it acted after receiving an illness complaint.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

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27 Mall Gall

NATIONAL DAY: National Burnt Ends Day — Honors the crispy, sauced cubes of brisket popular in Kansas City barbecue.

BIRTHDAY: Dr. Phil McGraw (born 1950) — Psychologist and longtime television host.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 1972 — Bobby Fischer became the first American to win the World Chess Championship, defeating Boris Spassky in Reykjavik.

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MALL GALL (New York Post)

Valley Plaza Mall in Bakersfield has converted 240 spaces near its main entrance to optional Preferred Paid Parking at $2 an hour, up to $10 per day, plus a transaction fee. Mall management says more than 90% of its parking remains free and 10% of the mall's net proceeds from the paid program will benefit the Kern County Cancer Foundation. The change has drawn pushback from some shoppers.

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WHAT A JERK! (Seattle Red)

Seattle installed fencing and green screening at Denny Blaine Park in August 2025 as part of a court-mandated abatement plan after complaints and a lawsuit involving alleged public sex and lewd conduct. The barrier divides clothing-optional and clothing-required areas and blocks visibility, but critics argue it may hide rather than stop the conduct. The fence was vandalized shortly after installation.

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BASICALLY...NO (Fox News)

Florida announced first-in-the-nation changes to its TANF State Plan restricting Temporary Cash Assistance from directly paying for nonessential items including tobacco and vaping products, drugs and intoxicants, pornography, video games, entertainment and theme-park admission, tattoos, spa and tanning services, and fortune-telling. The restrictions apply to TCA cash benefits issued through EBT, not SNAP food benefits.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

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26 Jack Shack - I have No Words

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I HAVE NO WORDS (New York Post)

An unidentified speaker used public comment at a Los Angeles City Council meeting to propose a taxpayer-funded pilot program of free “hygienic sexual relief clinics,” primarily for homeless and unhoused people. Councilwoman Traci Park later shared the clip, called the idea “public sex huts,” and flatly rejected it. Important distinction: this was a citizen’s public-comment proposal, not a council-sponsored plan or adopted city policy.

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KEEP PARENTS OUT OF YOUTH SPORTS (Fox News / OutKick)

A 41-year-old parent ran onto the field during a U-10 football game in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, and tripped a 9-year-old Case Eagles player who was running toward the end zone. Mount Pleasant police later stopped the man, who admitted tripping the child and was cited for disorderly conduct. The Milwaukee Colts reportedly banned the parent from games, while the boy’s coach said the child was doing fine.

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NAKED AND NOT AFRAID (New York Post)

Houston father Kiante Matlock says a DoorDash driver delivered food to his home completely naked while Matlock’s daughter was also inside. The August 24 delivery was captured on the family’s Ring camera. Matlock discarded the food and reported the incident. DoorDash refunded the order, permanently removed the driver from its platform and called the behavior vulgar and completely unacceptable.-----

SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

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25 Good Obsession?

NATIONAL DAY: National Red Wine Day — Raise a glass of red wine.

BIRTHDAY: Jennifer Coolidge (born 1961) — Actress known for Legally Blonde, The White Lotus, and (Stiffler’s Mom) American Pie.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 1963 — Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his “I Have a Dream” speech at the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom.

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GOOD OBSESSION? (OutKick / Fox News)

Good Good Golf and Callaway released a driver ad showing co-founder Garrett Clark shoving Good Good member Alexis Miestowski to the ground after she reached for the club.

The ad was deleted and Good Good apologized. Callaway later acknowledged that it had approved the ad before publication.

The backlash spread beyond social media: retailers reportedly pulled Good Good merchandise, the Big Break X Good Good premiere was delayed, and the future of the November Good Good Championship became a "fluid situation."

By Aug. 27, Callaway announced it was cutting ties with Good Good and donating $1 million to programs addressing violence against women.

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MORON MOURNING (New York Post)

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani publicly mourned the death of Rikers Island inmate Clarence Woodward, who was awaiting trial in the 2024 killing of Jose Miranda.

The Post reports Woodward had nearly 30 prior arrests. Miranda's family blasted Mamdani's remarks as insensitive because the mayor's message did not acknowledge their murdered relative.

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BUT DAD!? (New York Post)

San Bernardino-area teens were arrested after an alleged attack connected to a TikTok-driven confrontation involving a father and a jacuzzi.

The segment gives the show a lighter, absurd-crime finish after two heavier stories.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]

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24 SCAM LIKELY

NATIONAL DAY: National Just Because Day — A day to do something kind or fun for no particular reason.

BIRTHDAY: Aaron Paul (born 1979) — Actor best known for Breaking Bad.

THIS DAY IN HISTORY: 2003 — Mars made its closest approach to Earth in nearly 60,000 years.

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SCAM LIKELY (FTC / Consumer Protection)

Your phone used to ring because somebody had your number. Now a scammer can arrive with your number, your relatives, your habits — and maybe a cloned voice that sounds like somebody you love.

• AI voice cloning can turn short public audio clips into convincing impersonations.

• Caller-ID spoofing and cheap internet calling make mass scam attempts easy to launch and hard to trace.

• FTC: consumers reported $3.5 billion lost to imposter scams in 2025.

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THE NEW PHONE BOOK’S HERE! (FTC / Data Brokers)

The old phone book gave strangers a name, address and number. The modern version can assemble far more — public records, online activity, relatives, location information and commercially collected data.

• People-search sites are data brokers: they compile information from public records, public profiles and other brokers, then sell or share reports.

• The FTC has pursued cases involving sensitive location data and has warned brokers about restrictions on transferring sensitive American data to foreign adversaries.

• The punchline: an industry profits from collecting the data, while another industry sells us blocking, monitoring, removal and identity-protection services.

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THE CLOUD HAS A POWER BILL (U.S. Department of Energy)

The scammer is not sitting inside a data center — but the digital economy that makes massive-scale data collection, AI, automation and cloud computing possible lives on physical infrastructure.

• AI growth is one driver of rapidly rising data-center electricity demand.

• DOE/Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory scenarios estimate data centers could account for roughly 9.5%–15.3% of U.S. electricity use by 2030.

• The Road Rage question: we eliminated the phone book, automated the middleman, monetized the information — and now we need enormous buildings and enormous amounts of electricity to keep the digital machine running.

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SHOW CREDITS:

Thank you to my co-host, Ken Madden of MaddK Studio

Jason Radosevich Horrible Designs

Cast:

Kate the Duchess of NJ and John Jamingo of theBoomer Bunker

Aaron of I had to Say it

Boomer Bob of the Boomer Bob Show

Supporters:

Steve McShane of the Razor Wire News

Josh Roberts from New Hampshire

and you can always leave a comment by email: [email protected]