Wednesday, September 24, 2025 • 3 min read |
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by Natasha Frost with Anthony Rivas |
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by Natasha Frost with Anthony Rivas |
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Good morning. If you find yourself facing self-doubt today, consider these strategies to help you reframe those thoughts. Now, on to the news. |
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"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" via YouTube |
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After a nearly weeklong suspension, Jimmy Kimmel’s show returned last night. In his monologue, he addressed backlash to his comments about the response to Charlie Kirk’s death and criticized President Trump as “anti-American.” |
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Kimmel’s monologue: “It was never my intention to make light of the murder of a young man. I don’t think there’s anything funny about it,” he said before thanking those who rallied around him, including those who disagree with his views. Read more and watch the full video. [Yahoo Entertainment]
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Trump’s reaction: Before the show, Trump said he “can’t believe” Kimmel was returning and seemingly threatened to sue ABC. Meanwhile, some MAGA allies, including conservative commentators Candace Owens and Ben Shapiro, have raised free-speech concerns. [USA Today]
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Fallout continues: Media giants Nexstar and Sinclair, which together control around a quarter of ABC affiliate stations, said they’d continue to preempt the show. FCC Chair Brendan Carr called that “a good thing.” See where Kimmel remains off the air. [Entertainment Weekly/CBS News]
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Trump’s General Assembly speech |
In a nearly hourlong address, Trump took aim at the U.N., criticized migration and investment in green energy and discussed the wars in Ukraine and Gaza. Afterward, he suggested Ukraine could reclaim its land, which Russia dismissed. Read takeaways. [GMA/CNN]
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Trump’s would-be assassin convicted |
After representing himself at trial, Ryan Routh was found guilty of trying to kill Trump at his Florida golf course last year. Following the verdict, Routh apparently tried to stab himself with a pen before he was tackled by U.S. marshals. He faces life in prison. [CBS News] |
‘Nightmare bacteria’ cases
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A new CDC report found that infection rates from antibiotic-resistant “nightmare bacteria” rose almost 70% from 2019 to 2023. Though case numbers were still low, researchers warned their rise could result in once-routine infections becoming chronic problems. [AP] |
The Mercury made one of the largest comebacks in WNBA postseason history, rebounding from a 20-point deficit to beat the Lynx 89-83 in overtime. Meanwhile, the Aces beat the Fever in a game so physical that coaches complained. [Yahoo Sports]
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On the first night of the America’s Got Talent series finale, the acts made their final bids for the million-dollar prize, and judges Mel B and Simon Cowell exchanged heated words. A winner will be declared tonight at 9 p.m. ET on NBC. [People] |
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It’s a great day for reality TV fans: Season 49 of Survivor and Season 2 of The Golden Bachelor premiere on CBS and ABC, respectively, at 8 p.m. ET. [Yahoo Entertainment] |
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In 1991, Nirvana released Nevermind. In a little over a month, more than a million copies of the album sold, helping to bring grunge into the mainstream and making frontman Kurt Cobain an international star. Some say it was the best album of that year. Do you agree? Let us know. [Entertainment Weekly]
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Illustration: Yahoo News; photo: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic via Getty Images |
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At 80, John Nelson Bradbury is the oldest player on his softball team. He recently reached out to the other players via text to let them know what it means to him. “It’s all of you who keep me going,” he said. Read the rest of his sweet message. [People] |
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Make the most of soup season with tips from Ina Garten. Personally, I’ll be saving Parmesan rinds to give my soups a flavor boost. [EatingWell] |
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The Yodel is written by Natasha Frost and edited by Anthony Rivas. Today’s edition was copyedited by Tony Dozois and Doreen Bentley. |
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