The Weekly Times

Meta has blocked Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's Facebook page and his campaign advertisements, with the suspension coming just two weeks ahead of the country's election. The move is drawing attention given its timing so close to the vote, and the platform's action against a sitting head of state's official campaign presence is likely to fuel debate over content moderation and political speech in Brazil.

Iran's delegation to the United Nations has no plans to hold another meeting with US officials this week, according to a source cited by the Times of Israel. The report offers no details on the reason for the pause or on what was discussed at any previous contacts between the two sides, which have no formal diplomatic relations.

This week in U.S. politics, President Trump is confronting growing defections from within his own Republican Party, while preparing for a summit with China. A separate feud with the press is also drawing attention. Analysts are watching whether intra-party dissent will weaken Trump's position heading into high-stakes diplomacy with Beijing.

NFL teams have released their Week 3 inactive lists, naming the players ruled out for Sunday's slate of 14 games. The announcements give fans and fantasy managers a final picture of availability heading into kickoff, with each club required to confirm its seven inactives roughly 90 minutes before game time.

Another American school district has switched to a four-day school week, and parents are voicing strong opinions on both sides. Supporters point to potential savings and improved family time, while critics worry about childcare burdens, lost learning time, and the impact on working families. The debate reflects a growing trend of districts adopting shortened weeks, often driven by budget pressures and teacher recruitment struggles, with communities divided over whether the trade-offs are worth it.

Bras worn as tops became a defining fashion statement at the MTV Video Music Awards and on Fashion Week runways, according to the New York Times. The trend saw performers and models presenting lingerie pieces as outerwear, a look that blurs the line between underwear and ready-to-wear and signals the continued mainstreaming of boudoir-inspired dressing.

The NFL's third week of the season is underway, with The Athletic and The New York Times providing live coverage of Sunday's slate of games, including scores, highlights, injury updates and analysis. Fans are following the action throughout the day as results come in across the league.

Milan Fashion Week is under way in the Italian fashion capital, with the Financial Times reporting that the industry is hoping the shows will inject some energy and excitement into a difficult period for luxury. Designers, brands and buyers are looking for standout collections that can revive consumer enthusiasm as the global fashion market slows.

Andy Burnham is expected to announce a new help-to-buy scheme called 'Your First Home' next week. Under the plan, young people would be able to buy their first home with a deposit of just 2.5%. The announcement is drawing attention amid ongoing debate about housing affordability for first-time buyers in Britain.

French player Corentin Jacquet has reached his first ATP Tour semi-final at the tournament in Hangzhou, China, marking a career milestone. Former world No. 1 Daniil Medvedev also progressed, fighting through to the last four. The results set up an intriguing end to the week, with the rising Frenchman now facing the biggest test of his career against more established opposition.

The Las Vegas Raiders hold a 16-13 lead over the New Orleans Saints at halftime of their 2026 NFL Week 3 matchup. The close score has kept fans of both teams engaged as the game remains within one possession heading into the third quarter.

Sportsbooks have released their Week 3 NFL point spreads, with the Buffalo Bills, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks and Kansas City Chiefs all installed as the heaviest favorites of the week. The New York Times reports the latest odds ahead of Sunday's slate, giving fans a read on which matchups bookmakers expect to be lopsided.

Week 3 of the NFL season continues Sunday, September 27, with a full slate of games across the league's Sunday afternoon and evening broadcast windows. Fans are looking up kickoff times and which TV channels carry each matchup as the season hits its third week.

Milan Fashion Week is in the spotlight with new collections from Dolce & Gabbana, Bottega Veneta and Jil Sander, covered by the New York Times' style desk. The shows are drawing attention as part of the spring-summer season previews, with editors and fashion watchers weighing in on the direction each house is taking.

The New York Times has published its hardcover bestseller list for the week ended September 12, ranking the top-selling hardcover titles across fiction and nonfiction. The list, widely used as a benchmark of book sales in the United States, is drawing attention from readers and publishers tracking this week's leading titles.