Krys Shahin

The full moon might look red this weekend, depending on where you are. A lunar eclipse will make September's full moon appear red this weekend... depending on where you are.   Lunar eclipses, the opposite of solar eclipses, happen when the Earth is positioned between the full moon and sun. The red glow is creates earns these types of eclipses the title of "blood moon."  The main show, a total eclipse, will be visible in Asia — from Saudi Arabia to the Philippines, as far north as the Arctic Ocean all the way down to Antarctica — as well as parts of East Africa and the western half of Australia. The rest of Africa and Australia, as well as Europe, will be treated to some but not all of the action. Tidbits will be visible from the Brazilian coast and part of Alaska. The eclipse will not be seen in the United States since its peak illumination will be at 2 p.m. ET. Despite this, many   When is the blood moon eclipse? The full moon and eclipse will happen late Sunday, Sept. 7, into Monday, Sept. 8 and last roughly an hour and 22 minutes, according to the Associated Press.  Will America see September's blood moon? The eclipse is unlikely to be seen in the United States. Americans will have to wait until March to see the next blood moon, total lunar eclipse.  According to NASA, on March 3, 2026, another total lunar eclipse will be visible from the Americas. Just a few months later, a partial lunar eclipse will be visible on Aug. 27-28, 2026. After that, our next total lunar eclipse won't happen again until June 2029. Here's a video from Space.com as to when and where the total lunar eclipse will be seen.  Your browser does not support HTML5 video. How to watch the blood moon Time and Date has a YouTube livestream already up in preparation for the full lunar eclipse. It can be found here.  When is the next full moon? If you miss this one, mark your calendar for the next full moon, which will rise Monday, Oct. 6, known as the Hunter’s Moon, or the Harvest Moon due to the timing of the autumnal equinox. After that, 2025 will bring: Nov. 5: Beaver MoonDec. 4: Cold Moon Why does the moon turn red during a lunar eclipse? The moon appears to turn crimson thanks to the same process that makes our skies blue and our sunsets red, NASA says.  When sunlight passes through Earth's atmosphere, blue light scatters more easily while red light travels more directly through the air. During a lunar eclipse, some of the sunlight passes all the way through the Earth's atmosphere and reaches the moon's surface, giving it a subtle glow.  "It’s as if all the world’s sunrises and sunsets are projected onto the Moon," NASA says. The space agency says the intensity of the moon's color depends on the amount of dust or clouds in the Earth's atmosphere at the time of the eclipse — the more clouds or dust there is, the redder it appears.  Do you need glasses to see a lunar eclipse?  No, unlike a solar eclipse (when the sun is blocked by the moon), a lunar eclipse is perfectly safe to watch. They happen when the earth's shadow blocks sunlight from hitting the moon, meaning there's no direct sunlight to damage anybody's eyes.  During a solar eclipse, the light of the sun is still visible around the edges of the moon, posing a danger to the eyes of sky watchers.  Usually when you look at the sun in the sky, the bright light damages the retinas in the back of your eyes. In fact, it can cause permanent damage in a matter of seconds, according to Scientific America.  Eclipse glasses, similar to masks used by welders, are often used to allow people to watch a solar eclipse.  Technically, you don't need any eye protection during the height of a solar eclipse, when day turns to night and the sun is completely covered by the moon. In those minutes of complete darkness, the sun's corona won't be as bright, only appearing as streams of white light around the moon. The Associated Press contributed to this report. 

Helen Ruth Elam Van Winkle amassed more than 3 million followers on Instagram and landed partnerships with brands like Tillamook Ice Cream, IT Cosmetics and more. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The great-grandmother known as "Baddie Winkle," who was famous for her wild outfits, catchphrases and ability to be unapologetically herself, has died. She was 97.  "Yesterday, an era ended and a star ascended," her great grand daughter Kennedy Lewis wrote on her page Friday. "She was joy, rebellion, and tenderness wrapped in one. The crown is eternal, & her love on many realms will live forever. This isn’t a goodbye, this is a See ya later my superstar." Helen Ruth Elam Van Winkle amassed more than 3 million followers on Instagram and landed partnerships with brands like Tillamook Ice Cream, IT Cosmetics, Sally Beauty and more.  "She was iconic," Paris Hilton commented on the post announcing her death. "Sending love." She rose to fame in 2014 after Lewis posted a photo of Winkle in a tie-dye shirt and cut-off jean shorts while holding up a peace sign. So many were impressed with her vibrant and sometimes controversial style. Her social media tag line was "stealing your man since 1928," which trended for some time in 2016.  The great-grandmother, who had lived in Kentucky and previously lived in Knoxville, Tennessee, had said she "reinvented" her wardrobe to be more colorful after going through a dark time in her life.  Her husband died in a car accident on their 35th wedding anniversary and their son died from bone cancer, according to CNN Money.  "I can't even explain what that did to me," Winkle said in 2015.  Her reinvention of her wardrobe and how she thought about life resonated well with her fans of all ages. Most comments on her posts read something to the line of "I want to be you when I grow up" and "What a baddie."   Her popularity earned her an invite to the 2016 MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles where she wore a sequin-filled sweatsuit and metallic sneakers. She said she earned the title of "best dressed" and met Miley Cyrus.  She also joined musician Kacey Musgraves for her 2019 Coachella performance.

From remote workers being incentivized to bring their income to a smaller city, to housing grants for students, here's what local cities are offering. SAN FRANCISCO — In an effort to boost small local economies, cities across the United States are offering incentives totaling tens of thousands of dollars for folks from big cities to move into little towns.  MakeMyMove calls itself the “first marketplace for relocation programs,” acting as the middleman between a city in need of an economic boost and people wanting to move somewhere else.  Cities are offering incentives from personalized tours and helping new residents move in, to free college tuition and housing assistance programs for eligible applicants, or even straight up cash for moving costs.  What’s in it for the cities? Incentivizing people with certain skills and jobs to move into smaller areas can boost the economy.  While some may focus on remote workers bringing their larger income to a lower cost of living area, there are many cities offering incentives for people to work and live in their community.  Each remote worker generates more than $80,000 on average to their new location’s economy, cofounder Evan Hock told SFGate. Movers brought over $34 million in annual household income in 2024. Of that, 46% flows to communities with declining populations, according to MakeMyMove data. Many locations offering incentives have populations of a few thousand, but there are some large, well known cities offering incentives for people to move into certain areas.  There are over a dozen states offering incentives on MakeMyMove, totaling more than $500,000 when added up.  Here are some of the largest offerings across the country and who may be eligible. Indiana  Indiana has the most offers available with 34 incentives totaling nearly $300,000 when added up. Here are some of the largest offerings.  Noblesville, Indiana Noblesville, a town with a population just over 75,000, is offering $15,000 in incentives to U.S. citizens living outside of Indiana ages 18 or older with jobs making at least $80,000 annually. Some incentives include: $5,000 relocation grant$500 "health and wellness stipend" 1-year membership to a workspace location to work remotelySeason passes to nearby golf courses, amusement parks and the aquatic center An "exclusive" welcome event to speak directly to the city mayor Floyd County, Indiana Floyd County, consisting of cities like New Albany and Georgetown, has a population of 80,000. The county is offering $15,000 worth of incentives to those living outside of Indiana ages 18 or older with jobs making at least $75,000 annually. Some incentives include: $5,000 cash for relocationFive years access to two workspace locationsA curated welcome basket made up of "local favorites" Fort Wayne, Indiana Fort Wayne is the second most populated city in the state with more than 273,000 people living there. The city is offering a total of $14,480 in incentives to those living outside of Indiana ages 18 or older with jobs making at least $50,000 annually. Some incentives include: 5% in down payment assistance and closing costs to eligible buyersDiscounts, pours and other perks at one of Fort Wayne’s favorite local breweries2 complimentary passes to the Fort Wayne Botanical Conservatory Angola, Indiana Angola is a city near the Ohio and Michigan state lines and has a population of under 10,000. The city is offering a total of $19,849 in incentives to those living outside of Indiana ages 18 or older with jobs making at least $50,000 annually. Some incentives include: $5,000 cash for relocation5% in down payment assistance and closing costs to eligible buyersOne month of free rent at certain apartments1-year Indiana State Park Pass Wells County, Indiana Wells County, consisting of cities like Bluffton, has a population just over 23,000. The county is offering $20,190 worth of incentives to those living outside of Indiana ages 18 or older who can or will get a full-time job in the county. Some incentives include: $5,000 cash for relocation1-year Southern Wells Community Schools all-sports pass5% in down payment assistance and closing costs to eligible buyers Huntington County, Indiana Huntington County has a population of 36,000 people. The county is offering $15,000 worth of incentives to U.S. citizens living outside of Indiana ages 18 or older with jobs making at least $50,000 annually. Some incentives include: $5,000 cash for relocation5% in down payment assistance and closing costs to eligible buyers6 week summer day camp for kids ages 4-14 Wabash County, Indiana Wabash County has a population just over 31,000 people. The county is offering $17,800 worth of incentives to U.S. citizens living outside of Indiana ages 18 or older with jobs making at least $50,000 annually. Some incentives include: $5,000 cash for relocation$100 "travel fund" stipend for family to visit 5% in down payment assistance and closing costs to eligible buyers$250 "Early Award Scholarships" for children in middle school Illinois  Mattoon, Illinois Mattoon has a population just under 19,000 people. The city is offering $11,000 worth of incentives to those living at least 100 miles away from Mattoon and making $45,000 working remote. Some incentives include: $5,000 cash for relocation$500 in restaurant vouchers6 months free storage unit$1000 off a car purchase, or a $200 service gift card Michigan Michigan may not have many offers available, but they total to more than $30,000 in incentives.  Muskegon County  Muskegon County is offering teachers up to $15,000 to move and work in the county of 178,000. The incentives are available to Pre-K through 12 grade teachers with two and four-year early childhood certificates.  $15,000 paid quarterly over the course of 3 years Jackson, Michigan Jackson is a city of 31,000 offering invectives totaling $26,000 for anyone not currently living in the city. The person must make at least $70,000 in total household income, but be at or below 120% of the Area Median Income for some incentives. Some incentives include: $25,000 in Down-Payment Assistance1-year golf course membershipOne month household YMCA membership  Jackson is also offering a $20,000 signing bonus to those joining the Jackson Police Department force. The offer is available to U.S. citizens 21 years and older who pass a background investigation, psychological evaluation and other tests. Some incentives include: Signing bonus up to $20,000Tuition and gym reimbursement Southwest Michigan The southwest corner of the state, specifically Berrien, Cass or Van Buren counties, are offering out-of-state residents up to $14,000 to live and work in these areas. Some other incentives include: $5,000 put toward buying a homeFree college tuition at Lake Michigan College for eligible applicantsHelp finding partner job in the new location Detroit, Michigan Detroit is offering a Tech Fellowship with incentives totaling $31,680. Applicants must have from a Michigan college or university after 2022, are a "founder of an established venture backable startup with fewer than 10 employees," and are willing to work at least 40 hours a week. Some incentives include: $2,000 per month stipend for rent (for one year)"Curated community and cohort events"Collaborative co-working space memberships Texas, Arkansas  Texarkana On the state line and split between Texas and Arkansas, Texarkana is offering people 18 and older living outside Arkansas or the Texarkana region who earn at least $60,000 up to $18,900 in invectives.  $5,000 cash for relocation25% off tuition at Texas A&M Texarkana, with the first class freeMembership to the Texarkana Regional Arts and Humanities Council

The sequel comes hot on the trail of 2025's box office success and official restart of the DC Studios universe "Superman." LOS ANGELES — Hot on the trail of box office success "Superman," director James Gunn announced the title and release date of its sequel.  "Man of Tomorrow. In theatres July 9, 2027," Gunn wrote on social media with a photo of Superman smirking while leaning against a frowning Lex Luthor in his iconic green and purple Warsuit. "Superman" starred David Corenswet as the superhero in red and blue, Rachel Brosnahan as his love interest and Daily Planet colleague Lois Lane, and Nicholas Hoult as his post popular enemy Lex Luthor.  It's unclear who will make a reappearance in the sequel, but Corenswet and Hoult shared the news on social media with similar images, tagging each other over their respective characters. Gunn commented on both posts with a variation of "see you soon!" Man of Tomorrow. In theatres July 9, 2027. pic.twitter.com/hegJEuRMTk— James Gunn (@JamesGunn) September 3, 2025 The movie, despite some controversy about Superman being a literal alien from planet Krypton and immigrant, was overwhelmingly considered a success by Gunn and the studio.  Gunn, a popular superhero movie director who directed Marvel's "Guardians of the Galaxy" movies and DC Comics' "Suicide Squad" among many other things, is the co-CEO of DC Studios.  Despite the mostly slow box office this summer, “Superman” grossed $406.8 million worldwide in two weeks this July, according to the Associated Press. The worldwide total as of Sept. 3 is $611 million, according to IMDbPro. It's the first movie in what's to be the "restarted" Warner Bros. and DC Studios universe.  The movie was the first in Gunn's larger 10-year plan for DC Comics adaptations. While we don't know what "Superman: Man of Tomorrow" has in store, both Craig Gillespie’s "Supergirl" and James Watkins’ "Clayface" are arriving in 2026.  The next in line will be "The Batman Part II," set for 2027. It's still unclear of Robert Pattinson's Batman will be "canon" for the restarted DC Studios universe, since the first movie released before Gunn was at the head of the ship. 

Unlike Thanksgiving and Christmas, most national retailers will remain open Labor Day. SAN FRANCISCO — Labor Day, a federal holiday honoring the U.S. labor movement and the achievements of American workers, is here once again. The holiday with activist roots, observed on the first Monday of September, creates a three-day weekend marking the unofficial end of summer — if the pumpkin spiced lattes and back-to-school shopping hadn't already set the tone.  Unlike other federal holidays, like Thanksgiving and Christmas, most stores and major retailers will remain open or have adjusted hours Labor Day.  Many businesses use the holiday to reel in customers with Labor Day sales. Just a reminder, some deals are only valid through Labor Day, so get your shopping in while you can.  While the majority of stores will keep their doors open Monday, Sept. 1, a handful will be closed.  If you plan on hitting the stores Monday, make sure to double-check your local store hours as some may be operating on reduced holiday schedules. Labor Day 2025: What will be open? Grocery stores:  Most grocery stores are open Labor Day but be sure to check with local stores to see if they have reduced hours. Is mail delivered on Labor Day? Post Office: As is the case with all federal holidays, the United States Postal Service will take a break from delivering mail Monday, Sept. 1, in observance of Labor Day. Post offices across the U.S. will remain closed for the holiday and mail delivery will be paused until Tuesday.  UPS Store:  UPS Store locations are closed on Labor Day, as well as other federal holidays, and there will be no pickup or delivery services.  FedEx: FedEx U.S. and international package and express freight services and FedEx Logistics will be closed Monday. FedEx Offices may be open with modified hours based on location, and FedEx Custom Critical will remain open on Labor Day.  Stock market: The New York Stock Exchange observes U.S. holidays, so the stock market will be closed Labor Day. Government offices:  State, local and federal offices are closed for Labor Day. Are banks closed on Labor Day?  Most banks will close for the federal holiday, though ATMs and online banking will still be available.  Is Costco open on Labor Day? Costco is one of the few national retailers that is traditionally closed on Labor Day. The warehouse club will not be open Monday, Sept. 1. Stores open on Labor Day 2025 Below is a list of some of the select national retailers that will be open on Labor Day this year.  Aldi: The grocery store chain is open on Labor Day but operates with "limited hours." While stores usually close around 6 p.m. for Labor Day, you can check individual store times on Aldi's website.Best BuyHome DepotKohl's KrogerTrader Joe'sLowe's Macy's Sam's Club: The warehouse club is open on Labor Day, but closes at 6 p.m. Starbucks: Most locations will be open, though you'll need to check with your local store to see if there are holiday hours. TargetWalmart  Is Target open on Labor Day?  Yes, Target is open on Labor Day for 2025. Most stores will be open with normal business hours, but Target encourages customers to double check local store hours.  Is Walmart open on Labor Day?  Walmart locations nationwide will be open during regular business hours. 

Charles Bierbauer's career spanned across decades and countries. USA, — Charles Bierbauer, a former CNN correspondent turned journalism academic, has died. He was 83. Bierbauer died Friday at his home in Spruce Pine, North Carolina, where he had been living in retirement, university spokesman Jeff Stensland told the Associated Press.  Bierbauer worked as a Pentagon, White House and United States Supreme Court correspondent for CNN from 1981 until his retirement in 2001, according to CNN. He also anchored CNN's show "Newsmaker Saturday," which featured top newsmakers on the program every week for a decade.  He reported on five presidential campaigns and traveled with U.S. presidents across the country and world. A CNN spokesperson said he was a "tireless reporter and wonderful colleague" and will be remembered for his "outstanding journalism and his willingness to help others." He's won an Emmy for his coverage of the 1996 Atlanta Olympic Park bombing, according to CNN.  Before breaking into professional news, Bierbauer attended and graduated from Pennsylvania State University in the 60s. He earned his undergraduate degree in Russian and eventually earned his graduate degree in journalism.   He traveled the world and reported for ABC News as their Moscow bureau chief and their bureau chief while in Germany from 1978 until 1981, until he went to CNN — just a year after the network's inception. He also previously worked in London and Vienna for another broadcast company.  "Charles inspired me and helped me throughout my assignments at the Pentagon and the White House," said longtime CNN anchor Wolf Blitzer in a statement. "He was a good friend, colleague, and mentor, and I will certainly miss him." After retiring from news, Bierbauer became University of South Carolina's first dean of the newly merged College of Mass Communications and Information Studies, which is now called the College of Information and Communications, from 2002 until 2018. He also served as president of the White House Correspondents' Association from 1991 to 1992.  Journalists and former students alike took to social media to express their sympathies for the loss.  "RIP to Charles Bierbauer, a terrific mentor, friend, dean and human. I can’t overstate his impact on my life as a student and the lives of countless others," wrote Wall Street Journal reporter Josh Dawsey. "He was a smart, kind and incredibly insightful man I will miss very much." Bierbauer is survived by his wife, a former Associated Press journalist, Susanne Schafer, according to CNN. 

He was considered a "legend" among the White House corps for his work as an unofficial presidential statistician. WASHINGTON, D.C., USA — Mark Knoller, a CBS News correspondent who was best known for covering the White House for decades, has died. He was 73.  CBS News reported on his death Saturday, but said a cause was not released and he had been suffering from diabetes and was in "ill health." "Mark Knoller was the hardest-working and most prolific White House correspondent of a generation," Tom Cibrowski, president and executive editor of CBS News, said in a statement. "Everyone in America knew his distinctive voice and his up-to-the-minute reporting across eight Presidential administrations." Those administrations included the last year of President George H.W. Bush's term and both terms of Presidents Bill Clinton, George W. Bush and Barack Obama. He also covered Trump's first term before leaving CBS News after over 30 years.  Knoller worked as a CBS News editor and radio reporter from 1988 until 2020.  He started his career as an intern at WNEW Radio in New York, then became a weekend reporter for the radio station. He went on to become an Associated Press Radio Network reporter in 1975 until 1988, when he scored his dream job as a White House correspondent for CBS Radio, according to The Hollywood Reporter.  He was considered a "legend" among the White House corps for his work as an unofficial presidential statistician, according to Variety.  He kept near "encyclopedic records" about every presidential act, movement, and utterance after being frustrated there was no central database containing the information, CBS News reported. They credit his work for "single-handedly filling an immense void in American history."  Knoller shared his work with reporters, historians and "White House aides filling gaps in their own administration's records," CBS News reported.  Some reports say his voice was failing toward the end of his career, prompting him to start reporting on White House happenings on X, formerly Twitter. There, he amassed nearly 300,000 followers.  Reporters from news organizations across the country took to social media Saturday to remember their former colleague.  "RIP to a legend of Washington journalism, and an icon of the White House press corps," wrote ABC Audio reporter Steven Portnoy. "I was honored to sit in Mark’s briefing room seat for several years. It was always HIS seat. "He was a legend of our community," wrote NBC News correspondent Kelly O'Donnell, "Mark of CBS News created the most impressive archive of presidential facts that truly serves history. He shared his knowledge with kindness. Rest well my friend." "Mark was one-of-a-kind," wrote NPR and CBC correspondent Steve Futterman. "An amazing and dedicated news person who did not suffer fools gladly. Those were all good traits for a great reporter."

Verizon says they're aware of a "software issue impacting wireless service for some customers." SAN FRANCISCO — Many Verizon customers across the U.S. are seeing their phones in "SOS mode" and reporting outage issues Saturday.  More than 20,000 customers reported issues with their cell service, according to outage tracking website DownDetector. Reports began flooding in just after noon ET.  Not all Verizon customers were seeing the outage issue Saturday. It’s not yet known why some peoples’ phones were working on Verizon and others weren’t. Verizon says they're aware of a "software issue impacting wireless service for some customers."  Employees at one Verizon store were greeting concerned customers outside and telling them their systems were down as well. "Our engineers are engaged and we are working quickly to identify and solve the issue," said spokesperson Karen Schulz. "We know how much people rely on Verizon and apologize for any inconvenience. We appreciate your patience."  They encourage Verizon users to check their Network Status page for live updates. The page also mentions an ongoing "Wireless Service Impact." Why is my phone in SOS mode? What is SOS mode?  SOS mode is simply a way for your iPhone to tell you that you don't have a proper cellular connection, meaning you're only able to call or text emergency services through the cellular network. iPhone 14 or newer models also have satellite SOS capability, so you're able to call 911 even when outside of any cellular service range, unless you're some place where signal can't get out at all.  Android phones will also let you call 911 without service, although it's not called SOS mode.  How can I tell if my phone is in SOS mode? The SOS icon will appear in the top right corner of an iPhone's screen when service is unavailable, where your cellular connection bars usually display On an iPhone 13 or earlier, if you go out of range for any cellular service, the icon will swap to "No service" until you're back within range.  When will SOS mode go away? SOS mode automatically turns on when there isn't any cell service available from your phone carrier. If you're experiencing an outage, you simply have to wait until service is restored to your area. If you have SOS mode activate because you're out of your network's coverage area, you'll have to travel back inside the coverage area before you can make calls.  Why can I still use my phone in SOS mode? Although SOS mode indicates you don't have cellular service, it doesn't mean the phone is useless. Most modern phones allow calling, texting and internet browsing over wi-fi. So if you have an internet connection through a wi-fi signal, you'll be able to use your phone like normal. You'll only be able to contact other phones that are on a wi-fi network while in SOS mode.  What can I do when my phone has no service? Wi-Fi calling is a built-in feature on most Android devices and iPhones and can be turned on under the phone's settings. If Wi-Fi isn't available, there are few options for cell phone users. It's possible to switch services if a phone is unlocked, but that requires signing up online and porting your phone number. Some apps, including Google Maps, have limited service offline. Payment apps also do not use a phone's cell service to work and should also be useable.