No. 30 · Monday, September 14, 2026
Alexander Zverev defeated which American in the men's U.S. Open final, extending a title drought for U.S. men?
ABen Shelton
Why
Zverev beat Ben Shelton, who was playing in his first Grand Slam final, to win the U.S. Open title.
NBC NewsA racist social media post drew bipartisan Texas GOP condemnation this weekend. Which statewide candidate posted it?
DBo French
Why
Bo French, a Republican candidate for Texas railroad commissioner, faced condemnation from prominent Texas Republicans over the post.
NBC NewsThe EPA announced it will erase federal limits on what kind of pollution from power plants?
DClimate-warming carbon emissions
Why
The EPA moved to eliminate limits on carbon dioxide and other climate pollution from power plants, a major source of U.S. emissions.
NYTA draft resolution warned the Kennedy Center could face bankruptcy unless what change is made to the building?
ATrump's name is added to it
Why
A draft board resolution warned of bankruptcy risk as a federal judge weighs whether Trump's name should be added to the Kennedy Center.
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