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The Cut curates early Labor Day savings across beauty, fashion, and home, highlighting discounts on skincare and hair tools, SPF, denim and dresses, and chic home accents with promos from Ulta, Amazon, Nordstrom, CB2, Baggu, and more to jumpstart fall shopping.
Graham Platner, the former Democratic Senate nominee in Maine who withdrew amid scandals, will headline a Labor Day rally in Ellsworth, marking his first public appearance since leaving the race in July; he is set to discuss the history of unions and the role of organized labor.
Republican leaders and strategists are signaling Labor Day as a hard deadline to resolve the Iran war as midterm politics tighten and economic pain from gas prices grows; a White House official says a preliminary deal to end the war could be near, but past tensions show such agreements aren’t guaranteed. Several GOP lawmakers who previously backed War Powers limits warn the conflict’s duration could become a political liability in November, while others urge a swift end. Public support for the war remains tepid, complicating Trump and GOP messaging as the campaign season kicks into high gear.
Vulture’s Moylan breaks down Summer House Season 10’s finale, Ski Ya Later, a somber pivot where Amanda and Kyle decide to end their engagement after a ski-themed Labor Day party full of tension, blunt truths from Ciara, and lingering hurt; West and Ciara flirt, Sabrina meddles, and the friendships strain under the TV spotlight, ending with Amanda moving to a hotel and Kyle leaving—an unresolved exit that promises a reunion and a new direction for the rest of the cast.
Speculation about President Trump's health and death spread rapidly over Labor Day weekend due to visible signs and social media rumors, but Trump publicly dismissed the rumors, highlighting the role of misinformation and media coverage in shaping public perception of aging leaders.
The Phillies staged a dramatic comeback to beat the Brewers 10-8 in Milwaukee, overcoming early deficits and tense moments, including controversial umpire calls, to keep their playoff hopes alive. The game featured strong performances from Harper, Bader, and debutant Tim Mayza, with intense emotions and a playoff-like atmosphere.
Over 1,000 protests across the U.S. on Labor Day, organized by major unions, focused on advocating for workers over billionaires and criticizing policies of President Trump and wealthy Americans, with notable participation from Democratic leaders and protests in cities like Boston, Chicago, Atlanta, New York, and San Francisco.
The $1.1 billion Labor Day Powerball jackpot is one of the largest ever, with the drawing scheduled for 10:59 pm ET and available to watch live from Florida or online, though availability may vary. The odds of winning are 1 in 292.2 million, and the jackpot can be claimed as a lump sum or an annuity over 30 years. The winning numbers for the recent drawing were 8, 23, 25, 40, 53, with a Powerball of 5.
During Labor Day, major retailers are offering significant discounts on headphones and earbuds from brands like Beats, Sony, Apple, Bose, and JBL, with deals on wireless and noise-canceling models, making it a great time to upgrade audio gear while supplies last.
The Powerball jackpot has risen to an estimated $1.1 billion ahead of the Labor Day drawing, making it the fifth-largest in history, with the potential for a winner to choose between a lump sum of approximately $498.4 million or annual payments. No jackpot winner since late May, but several smaller prizes were claimed, including unclaimed $50,000 prizes in Arizona.
Portland saw large protests on Labor Day, including marches and rallies under the 'Workers Over Billionaires' banner, with thousands demonstrating against Trump’s policies, advocating for workers' rights, immigration reform, and income equality.
On Labor Day, thousands in Los Angeles and across the U.S. protested against the Trump administration's policies, criticizing actions they see as weakening unions and harming workers, while the administration highlighted efforts to boost American manufacturing through tariffs and trade policies. The protests also addressed issues like immigration raids and federal workforce restrictions, reflecting ongoing tensions between labor rights and government policies.
Thousands protested in Chicago against President Trump's threats to deploy National Guard and ICE agents, with city officials and residents expressing resistance and concern over federal encroachment and potential violations of the U.S. Constitution, emphasizing Chicago's status as a sanctuary city and its efforts to oppose federal enforcement actions.
Amazon's Labor Day sale is ending soon, offering discounts up to 50% on brands like Apple, Stanley, and Lancôme, with curated deals on tech, home, kitchen, outdoor, and beauty products, all rated at least 4 stars and 20% off or more.
The Powerball jackpot has risen to $1.1 billion for the Labor Day drawing, making it the fifth largest in history, after no winner was declared in Saturday's draw. The jackpot offers a cash option of $498.4 million before taxes, with nine tickets winning $1 million and some doubling their prizes with Power Play. The streak of consecutive drawings without a jackpot winner is approaching a record, and the game continues to attract players across multiple states.