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National Day

National POW/MIA Recognition Day (USA) It is observed on the third Friday of September, honoring those who were prisoners of war and those still missing; established by a presidential proclamation in 1979.

National Cheeseburger Day (USA) It celebrates America's beloved sandwich with cheese, with one claim that the cheeseburger invention came from a Pasadena restaurant in 1926.

National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day (USA) It highlights people living longer with HIV/AIDS, recognizing the unique challenges faced by older adults with the disease.

International Equal Pay Day (UK) This advocacy observance draws attention to the gender pay gap by marking the earning disparity between men and women.

Chile Independence Day (International) It commemorates the formation of the First Junta Nacional de Gobierno in 1810, a key step toward Chile's eventual independence.

Birthdays

Christian Pulisic (28) A professional soccer player and a key figure in the United States Men's National Team. Pulisic is widely regarded as one of the most talented American soccer players of his generation. He made a significant impact in the English Premier League with Chelsea.

Billy Eichner (48) Comedian and actor, especially known for his work on the 'Billy on the Street' series. Eichner's comedic style often involves surprising strangers on the street with pop culture questions. He has also starred in the popular film 'Bros,' which has garnered significant attention.

James Marsden (53) Having a successful acting career in both film and television, including roles in 'Westworld' and 'Enchanted.'. Marsden has appeared in a variety of genres, from musicals to action films. He is also known for his charming performances and has a strong fan following from both his comedy and drama roles.

Sol Campbell (52) A prominent English footballer and a former member of the England national team. Campbell had a distinguished club career, playing for teams like Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal, where he won multiple Premier League titles. He was known for his leadership on the pitch.

Lance Armstrong (55) An iconic professional cyclist and seven-time winner of the Tour de France. Armstrong's story includes his battle with cancer, which he openly discussed, inspiring many. Although his career was marred by controversy, he remains a significant figure in sports history.

On This Day

🎵 Music The Beach Boys released their twelfth studio album "Smiley Smile" in 1967, a stripped-down reimagining of their ambitious Smile project that became a cult favorite despite its surprising, lo-fi sound.

🎵 Music Madonna dropped her eighth studio album "Music" in 2000, delivering her first U.S. No. 1 album since Like a Prayer and scoring hits in over twenty countries.

🎵 Music Boston's signature song "More Than a Feeling" entered the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1976, becoming one of their defining rock anthems that would stand the test of time.

🎵 Music KISS made rock history in 1978 when all four original members—Gene Simmons, Paul Stanley, Ace Frehley and Peter Criss—released solo albums simultaneously, each one achieving platinum status in the U.S.

🌟 Pop Culture The Addams Family first came to television in 1964 with a new ABC adaptation, introducing audiences to the quirky, macabre humor of Gomez, Morticia and the rest of the creepy crew nationwide.

🌟 Pop Culture Get Smart, the spy-comedy series by Mel Brooks and Buck Henry, premiered on NBC in 1965 and brought slapstick and satire together for a gleefully absurd take on espionage tropes.

Movies & TV

Resident Evil — 🎬 Cinema A reboot of the franchise from Zach Cregger, this film follows medical courier Bryan (Austin Abrams) who gets caught up in a viral outbreak and must fight for survival alongside Paul Walter Hauser, Zach Cherry, and Kali Reis. Featuring intense horror action, it offers a fresh take rather than a direct adaptation of the games. Fans have been talking about it all week as a must-see when it opens nationwide.
Released: Friday Sep 18, 2026

Forgotten Island — 🎬 Cinema Sweet yet thrilling, this soon-to-arrive animated adventure by Joel Crawford and Januel Mercado sees lifelong friends Jo (H.E.R.) and Raissa (Liza Soberano) transported to a mythic island where giving up memories might be the only way home. With Dave Franco and Jenny Slate adding warmth and humor, the folklore-inspired creatures and sweeping visuals promise to make this a big fall standout. Built on emotional stakes and magic, anticipation is high ahead of its release next week.
Released: Friday Sep 25, 2026
UK Release: Friday Oct 16, 2026

Finding Emily — 🎬 Cinema Finding Emily is a British rom-com directed by Alicia MacDonald, starring Spike Fearn as Owen, a struggling musician, and Angourie Rice as Emily Raine, a psychology student drawn into helping him locate a mysterious girl—all named Emily. After opening in the UK in May and later in the US, it has earned modest box office returns, with critical reception generally warm toward the chemistry of the leads and the Manchester setting, though some reviews fault the story's predictability and weak third act. It is now available on digital platforms in the UK, and while it still surfaces in conversation among Gen-Z audiences and rom-com fans, it has largely passed its peak visibility.
Released: Friday Aug 28, 2026
UK Release: Friday May 22, 2026

Coyote vs. ACME — 🎬 Cinema Coyote vs. ACME is a live-action/animated comedy directed by Dave Green, starring Will Forte, John Cena, and Lana Condor, in which Wile E. Coyote hires an attorney to sue the ACME Corporation for its faulty products. It has earned strong praise from critics, with high scores on Rotten Tomatoes and standout reviews in outlets like Time Out and The Guardian, along with solid word-of-mouth. The film's box office has been modest but steady—domestic receipts in the US have topped $38 million, and it is holding its own internationally.
Released: Friday Aug 28, 2026

MobLand Season 2 — 📺 Streaming MobLand Season 2 is the return of Guy Ritchie's hit crime drama on Paramount+, with Tom Hardy, Pierce Brosnan and Helen Mirren returning as the patriarchs, matriarchs and fixer of London's Harrigan crime family. The Harrigans' empire faces new threats, tensions erupt and loyalties fracture in a brutal power struggle. It's genuinely major because of its massive ensemble, high-stakes storytelling, and its status as one of Paramount+'s flagship originals.
Released: Friday Sep 18, 2026

JAY-Z In 8 — 📺 Streaming JAY-Z In 8 is an eight-part HBO Max documentary series directed by Rick Rubin, debuting September 18. The series offers an intimate deep-dive as Rubin and JAY-Z revisit his career, artistry and lyrics across iconic projects. It's a genuinely major moment, marrying a legendary music career with one of the most respected producers in Rick Rubin in what promises to be an unfiltered, high-profile reflection for the ages.
Released: Friday Sep 18, 2026

Best of the Best — 📺 Streaming A coming-of-age comedy premiering exclusively on Netflix this week, in which two childhood best friends join UCLA's competitive Bollywood-fusion dance team and discover that ambition and artistry come at a cost. Directed by Lena Khan and starring Maitreyi Ramakrishnan, Priyanka Kedia, and Hasan Minhaj, it blends spectacle with emotional resonance. It's a major cultural moment as it centers South Asian American identity and the dance film genre with a strong ensemble cast.
Released: Friday Sep 18, 2026

Lust Stories 3 — 📺 Streaming The third installment of Netflix's celebrated anthology returns with four new stories by acclaimed Indian filmmakers that explore love, desire, and human connection through deeply personal lenses. Featuring standout performances from Radhika Apte, Konkona Sen Sharma, Vijay Varma, and Abhishek Banerjee, it dives into intimacy, power, vulnerability and unspoken longings. It's genuinely notable for its international Emmy® heritage and its prestige within global storytelling.
Released: Friday Sep 18, 2026

The Voice (Season 30) — 📡 TV (USA) The Voice returns for its thirtieth season with a refreshed lineup of coaches, adding Queen Latifah and Riley Green alongside Kelly Clarkson and the returning Adam Levine. As one of America's biggest singing competitions, its season premiere always draws attention, and the new coach setup ensures this return is being especially scrutinized. It's a major broadcast reality event this fall and a barometer for the genre's resilience.
Released: Monday Sep 21, 2026

Concerts

Happening in the next 7 days

🎤 Ed Sheeran — LOOP TourThis week: Saturday Sep 19 at Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

🎤 Bruno Mars — The Romantic TourThis week: Saturday Sep 19 at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, Florida · Sunday Sep 20 at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, Florida.

🎤 Harry Styles — Together, TogetherTonight: Friday Sep 18 at Madison Square Garden, New York, New York.

🎤 Garth Brooks — Blame It All On My Roots Arena TourThis week: Saturday Sep 19 at Capital One Arena, Washington, District of Columbia.

🎤 Shakira — LAS MUJERES YA NO LLORAN - RESIDENCIA EUROPEAThis week: Saturday Sep 19 at ESTADIO SHAKIRA(Iberdrola Music), Madrid, Madrid, Spain.

Events

Happening in the next 14 days

London Fashion Week (Spring/Summer 2027) — 📌 Event — London, England The world-class fashion event where established British houses and rising names launch their SS27 collections to international buyers, press and fashion lovers. It's a major moment in the fashion calendar setting trends and creative direction globally, widely covered by fashion media and cultural outlets. Run by the British Fashion Council; many events by invitation but key public pop-ups, showcases and exhibitions; Sept 17-21, 2026.
Dates: Thursday Sep 17-Monday Sep 21, 2026

Abergavenny Food Festival — 🍴 Food — Abergavenny, Wales, UK Abergavenny Food Festival is a two-day flagship food-and-drink event featuring more than 120 producers, chef demonstrations, talks, tastings and late-night entertainment called Party in the Castle. It is one of the UK's most celebrated food festivals, attracting food lovers nationally and internationally while also emphasising sustainable and local produce. Day tickets, weekend passes and some evening-only events require advance purchase; under-16s go free; accommodation in and around the town is popular during the festival.
Dates: Saturday Sep 19-Sunday Sep 20, 2026

Sea.Hear.Now Festival — 🎪 Festival — Asbury Park, New Jersey Sea.Hear.Now is a two-day music, art, and surf festival featuring more than 25 bands across multiple stages by the ocean and park, plus surfing competitions and art installations. It's relevant for a national audience because it brings together diverse headline acts from rock, alternative, legacy artists, along with major cultural programming in food and art. Tickets are sold out but there is a verified resale market; gates open at 12pm ET, festival runs until about 10:30pm each day.
Dates: Saturday Sep 19-Sunday Sep 20, 2026

Oktoberfest Munich — 🎪 Festival — Munich, Germany The world's most famous folk festival and beer fair with more than 100 rides, large and small tents serving Bavarian food and drink, and traditional music and parades that attract millions from around the globe. It matters to a national audience because it's a key cultural touchstone in German and global fest culture, known far beyond Bavaria and drawing visitors and media from the US and UK. Practical info: admission to the festival grounds is free (fees apply for the Oide Wiesn historic section), beer tents have different opening hours, and crowds are heaviest on opening weekend and festival-branded table reservations fill quickly.
Dates: Saturday Sep 19-Sunday Oct 4, 2026

Arizona Fall Restaurant Week — 🍴 Food — Statewide, Arizona Arizona Fall Restaurant Week is a statewide culinary event offering prix-fixe tasting menus at many of Arizona's top restaurants for special fixed prices. It matters to a national radio audience as it highlights regional cuisine, celebrated chefs and the food tourism economy, appealing to food lovers and visitors. Participating restaurants offer dinners for $33, $44 or $55 per person (or couple), registration is closed for 2026, and the event runs through all major cities in Arizona providing opportunities for travel and tasting.
Dates: Friday Sep 18-Sunday Sep 27, 2026

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