A U.S. federal holiday honoring workers and the labor movement
Labor Day sales have pushed prices down on Ninja and competitor cookware, including air fryers and multi-use pans. The deals emphasize energy efficiency and space-saving versatility as shoppers prep seasonal cooking plans.
A NYT opinion piece argues potato salad is the Great American Dream Dish, tracing its history from late 19th century cookbooks to modern cookouts and celebrating its role as a unifying, approachable dish at gatherings.
Graham Platner has dropped out of the Maine Senate race after a sexual assault allegation emerged. He remains slated to speak at a Labor Day rally focused on union history, with Democrats nominating Troy Jackson to replace him. The event is not connected to the Maine Dems, and responses from parties are mixed as the race moves forward.
A roundup of Garmin wearables shows strong tracking and battery life across models, with several watches on sale ahead of Labor Day. Reviewers praise features like GPS accuracy and AMOLED displays, while noting price points and some feature gaps. Multiple models—Fenix 8 Pro, Forerunner 165, Instinct 3, Epix Pro Gen 2, and Venu 4—are highlighted for different user needs.
Gas prices across the U.S. have climbed above $4 per gallon for Labor Day, with drivers facing the highest costs on record for this holiday weekend. Reports from CNBC, Independent, Axios and others show the national average at around $4.03-$4.14, driven by crude markets and geopolitical tensions as the Iran conflict continues. Californians face the highest regional prices, while travel disruptions and beef costs add to household strain.
Gas prices have reached Labor Day highs as US-Iran hostilities persist and a Venezuela oil deal faces questions over enforceability and impact on supply. Officials see potential downward pressure as demand cools after summer, but uncertainty remains about how quickly prices will fall.
The origins of Labor Day, which falls on Monday, date back to the late 19th century, when activists first sought to establish a day that would pay tribute to workers.
An Amazon Prime Air Boeing 767-300 has overrun the runway while landing at Miami International Airport after a flight from San Juan, Puerto Rico. The plane struck multiple vehicles on a road beside the airport, killing five people and injuring at least five others. The NTSB has dispatched investigators and the FAA has grounded flights at the airport.
Gasoline has remained around $4.14 per gallon ahead of the Labor Day weekend, with diesel reaching a record $5.85 per gallon. Officials say prices are influenced by Middle East tensions, refinery capacity, and wider energy-market dynamics. Futures suggest potential price relief in coming months, but persistent pressures keep pump prices volatile.