Several communities across the U.S. held ceremonies to honor the victims of the September 11 attacks, reflecting on the tragic events of 2001. In Oscoda, Michigan, a candlelight service attracted around 150 attendees, featuring prayers and music to pay tribute to the nearly 3,000 lives lost, while mini American flags were placed in remembrance. At Hudson Prairie Elementary, students and staff participated in a Patriot Day Celebration, where local first responders were recognized, and veterans shared personal reflections on that day. Meanwhile, in Lebanon, a tragic incident occurred as over 1,000 people were injured when pagers exploded, impacting numerous Hezbollah members and medics. In financial news, U.S. retail sales showed an unexpected rise in August, indicating a strong economic outlook, while Cigna Group filed a lawsuit against the FTC regarding its report on pharmacy benefit managers. These events underscore both local remembrance of a national tragedy and ongoing economic and legal developments in the U.S.