Domestic passenger flight hijacked in the 9/11 attacks; crashed in Pennsylvania
Ceremonies are observed today to mark the 9/11 anniversary. Leaders across the UK and US have reaffirmed ties, honoring nearly 3,000 victims, including 67 Britons. Prime Minister has stressed resilience and shared messages of solidarity with affected communities as allies face ongoing global tensions.
On the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, President Trump has again claimed to have been at Ground Zero shortly after the falls, a version met with skepticism from witnesses and journalists. Several outlets question the veracity of his account, while he defends it and reframes the narrative at public events.
Lonnie G. Bunch III is stepping down as Smithsonian secretary by year’s end amid intensified White House scrutiny of the institution’s approach to American history and DEI concerns. The move follows a back-and-forth over leadership and a government review of Smithsonian content, with a new acting secretary to be named as the board begins a search.
On the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, memorial ceremonies are underway across the U.S., with victims’ families reading names and moments of silence observed. Leaders from across the political spectrum attend or plan to attend events, while health-impacted survivors receive renewed focus amid newly released documents about air quality and city response.