fall season

A new NBC News poll shows President Donald Trump's approval rating falling to 41% among registered voters, a second-term low, with 55% disapproving. More voters are also criticizing his handling of the economy, a shift that matters as the closely watched midterm elections approach and both parties gauge voter sentiment heading into the campaign season.

US outlets including WLRN and Phys.org are examining why artificial intelligence systems still fall short at predicting how strong hurricanes will become. Forecasters say rapid intensification remains one of the hardest problems in tropical cyclone prediction, and AI models have not yet solved it, raising questions about reliance on machine learning for storm warnings.

Washington College's Shoremen men's golf team has wrapped up competition at the Susquehanna Fall Invitational. The final standings and individual scores from the tournament were reported by the college's athletics program, marking another fall-season event for the squad. Reactions and details about the team's performance and placement in the field have not yet been widely shared.

Nashville International Airport has issued travel tips as it prepares for a surge in passengers during the fall break travel season. Officials are encouraging travelers to arrive early, plan for crowded terminals and parking, and check flight status before heading to the airport. The guidance comes as schools in the region break for the holidays and passenger volumes are expected to climb sharply.

Warmer and less predictable conditions are forcing Minnesota marathon organizers to rethink race calendars and planning. Rising heat and shifting seasonal patterns are making traditional spring and fall race dates harder to schedule safely, prompting changes to how the state's running events are timed and managed.

D'Angelo Russell has landed a contract in the Chinese Basketball Association after being released by the Memphis Grizzlies. The veteran NBA guard, once an All-Star with the Nets, now heads overseas to continue his career. The move is drawing attention as a notable fall for a player who was a standout NBA starter in recent seasons.

Week 3 of the NFL season delivered a mixed bag, with the San Francisco 49ers continuing their strong start while the Los Angeles Chargers stumbled. In New England, quarterback Drake Maye had a difficult outing as his struggles drew attention from analysts. Experts at The Athletic rounded up the key takeaways from the week's games, assessing which teams are building momentum and which players are falling short early in the season.

Sandra Hüller, the German actress acclaimed for 'Anatomy of a Fall' and 'The Zone of Interest', is back in awards discussion with her new film 'Rose'. A provocative role, reportedly including a strap-on scene, is drawing attention and early talk of another Academy Award campaign for the star.

The motorcycle world championship is being called the most battered in its history, with 628 falls recorded this season and half of the MotoGP starting grid injured. The high number of crashes has sidelined numerous riders, raising debate about bike competitiveness, track conditions and the physical toll of the current calendar.

Week 4 NFL power rankings reward the league's remaining unbeaten teams, with the Kansas City Chiefs, Minnesota Vikings and Las Vegas Raiders all climbing at 3-0. Meanwhile, the New England Patriots and Green Bay Packers are sliding sharply down the boards after poor starts. outlets including Sporting News and Yahoo Sports have published updated rankings heading into Week 4.

Democratic candidates in key swing states are reportedly keeping their distance from Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as the fall campaign season gets underway. The moves reflect concern among moderates that aligning with the progressive congresswoman could hurt their chances with independent and swing voters in closely contested races.

Russian media are discussing package tours to Egypt for autumn 2026, with outlets weighing whether prices for last-minute deals are likely to fall. Egypt remains one of the most popular beach destinations for Russian travellers during the off-season, and questions about timing and cost are driving the conversation.

Week 4 NFL power rankings show a new team claiming the top spot, with the Seattle Seahawks dropping and the Dallas Cowboys falling sharply after recent results. Fans and analysts are debating whether the changes reflect genuine shifts in team strength or overreactions to a small sample early in the season.

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife has published its calendar of events and hunting, fishing and wildlife-related seasons for October 2026. The annual rundown is aimed at outdoor enthusiasts, hunters and anglers planning activities across the state. Updates typically cover license deadlines, season openings and public meetings.

NFL.com has released its Week 3 power rankings, with the Cincinnati Bengals and Kansas City Chiefs climbing the table while the Chicago Bears and Tampa Bay Buccaneers plummet after disappointing results. Fans and analysts are debating whether the risers can sustain their momentum and how far the sliding teams can fall as the season takes shape.

The Vegas Golden Knights are entering a fresh chapter, described as 'starting over' while driven by a sense of 'unfinished business.' The framing suggests the NHL club has retooled its roster or approach after falling short of its goals, with players and staff motivated by the memory of missed opportunities as the new season approaches.

A New York Times analysis flags the New York Knicks and several other Eastern Conference heavyweights as NBA teams that could fall short of expectations this season. The piece examines rosters that look strong on paper but carry risks such as depth, injuries or chemistry, positioning the Knicks as the headline example among the East's contending clubs.

Ontario is rolling out Covid and flu vaccinations beginning September 28 for priority groups, including hospital patients and staff, people aged 65 and older, and residents and staff of long-term care homes, retirement homes and similar settings. The early access is aimed at protecting the most vulnerable before the wider respiratory illness season, with broader eligibility for the general public expected to follow later.

Photography and fashion communities are sharing early autumn imagery, with black-and-white photos capturing the season's arrival. The posts pair moody seasonal photography with fashion and beauty tags, marking the transition from summer as days shorten. Enthusiasts are using the moment to showcase atmospheric shots of fall's approach.

Denver Broncos held off the Los Angeles Rams in week three of the NFL season, while the Seattle Seahawks also suffered a defeat. BBC Sport's roundup of five storylines from the weekend highlights the Broncos' defensive stand and the struggles of two NFC West sides, with fans debating the early-season form of both teams.

September 30 is the Orthodox feast day of Faith, Hope, Charity and their mother Sophia, popularly known in Russia as a women's holiday. Outlets note that in 2026 the date falls on a Wednesday and outline traditions and prohibitions, advising against hard work, quarrels and gossip on the day. Many readers use the occasion to congratulate women named Vera, Nadezhda, Lyubov and Sofia.

Housing sales across India's top nine cities fell 6% in the July-September quarter, dropping to 1.03 lakh units sold. The decline points to a slowdown in residential demand in major urban property markets, with buyers turning cautious amid elevated prices and interest rates. Industry watchers are watching whether upcoming festive-season demand can reverse the trend in the final quarter of the year.

The Arizona Diamondbacks took their playoff push to the final game of the regular season, but their postseason hopes ended with Game 162. The club fought to the last day for a wild-card spot, ultimately falling short. Baseball fans are reacting to the tight race and the Diamondbacks' late-season effort.

Daylight saving time ends this fall, meaning clocks will shift back one hour and most people will gain an extra hour of sleep while losing an hour of evening daylight. Seasonal reminders about the exact changeover date are circulating, along with the usual debate over whether the time changes should be kept or abolished.

Baltimore Orioles president of baseball operations Mike Elias says the organization is determined to rebound after a disappointing 2026 season that ended without a playoff berth. Speaking in Baltimore, Elias acknowledged frustration inside the club, saying 'we're tired of it,' and pledged to get the team back on track ahead of the upcoming season.

The Northeast 10 Conference has released its Week 3 men's golf report, covering recent results and standings across the league's college golf programs. The weekly update tracks team and individual performances as the fall season progresses. No further details were included in the report announcement.

Ohio University's men's golf team has concluded play at the 2026 Badger Invitational, the season event hosted in Wisconsin. The Bobcats closed out their tournament rounds as part of their fall schedule, with the program reporting the finish through its official athletics outlet. Details on the team's final standing and individual results were not included in the initial report.

Seattle Mariners executive Jerry Dipoto says accountability for the team's struggles starts with him, stating 'the blame falls on me first.' He also addressed the club's ongoing search for a new manager. Fans and baseball observers are weighing his comments as the franchise works to rebound and fill its dugout leadership vacancy.

Tuesday's high temperatures across Alaska show a sharp seasonal shift, with Southcentral and Kodiak Island staying mild while areas north of the Alaska Range turned noticeably more autumn-like than just days earlier. Weather watchers are tracking the rapid cooling pattern heading into fall.