Wednesday Notes for October 1st, 2025

Wednesday Notes for October 1st, 2025

Culture

Rep. Clarke: Black Caucus ‘stands firm’ with D.C. in midst of takeover

Rep. Clarke: Black Caucus ‘stands firm’ with D.C. in midst of takeover
Congressional Black Caucus chair Yvette Clarke called for unity with Washington D.C. as it faces federal law enforcement takeover.

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Sneakers

Jordan Release Dates – October 2025

Jordan Release Dates - October 2025
Tap for a full preview of October Jordan Release Dates for the coming weeks, including key Jordan 1s and Jordan 11s.

Sports

Roster battles, extension breakdowns and what to watch at NBA training camps

Roster battles, extension breakdowns and what to watch at NBA training camps
From superstar salaries to on-court adjustments, here are the biggest things to watch for heading into 2025 NBA training camps.

Napheesa Collier issues statement on WNBA Commissioner: "Worst Leadership in the World"

Napheesa Collier issues statement on WNBA Commissioner: “Worst Leadership in the World”
Minnesota Lynx star delivers devastating four-minute statement exposing alleged disrespect and mismanagement at the highest levels of women’s basketball

Jonathan Kuminga signs $48.5 Million Extension with Warriors

Jonathan Kuminga signs $48.5 Million Extension with Warriors
Jonathan Kuminga agrees to a 2-year, $48.5 million extension with the Golden State Warriors, solidifying his role in the franchise’s future plans.


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Technology

OpenAI Launches Sora 2

OpenAI Launches Sora 2
OpenAI’s Sora 2 brings synchronized audio, improved physics simulation, and a social platform for AI-generated video. But is the world ready for a TikTok made entirely of synthetic content?

Spotify's Daniel Ek Steps Down as CEO After Nearly 20 Years

Spotify’s Daniel Ek Steps Down as CEO After Nearly 20 Years
Spotify founder Daniel Ek announces he will step down as CEO on January 1, 2026, transitioning to Executive Chairman as two longtime executives become co-CEOs.


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