American Pope Leo XIV Marks 9/11 Anniversary With Peace Call
#PopeLeoXIV #September11Pope Leo XIV, the first American pope, marked 9/11's 25th anniversary by praying for victims and calling for renewed commitment to peace, urging prayers amid global conflict and violence. read more
Nation Marks 25 Years Since 9/11 Attacks
#September11 #NeverForgetScott Simon reflects on the 25th anniversary of 9/11, remembering the 2,977 victims from over 90 nations and praising the immigrant workers of Windows on the World through Martín Espada's poem "Alabanza." read more
Yankees Honor 9/11 Victims as Jeter Reunites With Old Friend
#MLB #September11Derek Jeter reunited with Brielle Saracini, whose father died on 9/11, as the Yankees honored victims before facing the Mets. Their friendship, born from a letter 25 years ago, endures. read more
Nation Marks 25 Years Since 9/11 Attacks
#September11 #NeverForgetNationwide ceremonies mark the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks, honoring thousands killed when planes struck the World Trade Center, Pentagon, and Shanksville, Pennsylvania. Memorials in New York, Arlington, Austin, Chicago, St. Louis, and Shanksville feature tributes, stair climbs, and flags. read more
CIA Declassifies Pre-9/11 Bin Laden Threat Briefings
#CIA #September11The CIA declassified 71 presidential briefings revealing pre-9/11 warnings about Osama bin Laden's al-Qaeda threats, including hijacking plans and attacks on US soil, marking its largest disclosure of bin Laden intelligence in 25 years. read more
Hegseth Politicizes 9/11 Ceremony as Rice Offers Veiled Apology
#September11 #PeteHegsethAt the Pentagon's 9/11 25th anniversary, Hegseth politicized the memorial by praising Trump and bashing Iran, while Condoleezza Rice apologized for pre-9/11 failures. Trump stayed on script, honoring victims. read more
Trump Honors 9/11 Victims at Pentagon 25th Anniversary Ceremony
#September11 #TrumpPresident Donald Trump marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks at the Pentagon, hearing the 184 victims' names read aloud. Vice President JD Vance attended New York's observance as officials gathered in Shanksville, Pennsylvania, honoring nearly 3,000 lives lost. read more
9/11 Widow Blasts U.S. Leaders Over Saudi Ties at Ground Zero
#September11 #SaudiArabiaAt the 9/11 memorial, widow Terry Strada accused Saudi Arabia of complicity and criticized US leaders for protecting the kingdom. Her remarks drew applause as families demanded justice and unredacted files after 25 years. read more
Trump Faces Sleep Accusations at Pentagon 9/11 Ceremony
#Trump #September11Internet users accused 80-year-old President Trump of appearing sleepy and closing his eyes during the Pentagon's 9/11 remembrance ceremony. The White House insisted he was "solemnly listening," dismissing the claims as lies. read more
NPR Revisits Survivor Voices of September 11
#September11 #WorldTradeCenterNPR revisits interviews recorded after Sept. 11, focusing on survival and loss at the World Trade Center. The segment includes poetry and music, reflecting on that day's enduring impact. read more
Trump Marks 9/11 25th Anniversary at Pentagon
#September11 #NeverForgetPresident Trump marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11 at the Pentagon, while former presidents and Vice President Vance attend New York's ground zero ceremony. Nationwide memorials honor nearly 3,000 victims with vigils, moments of silence, and volunteer projects. read more
9/11 25th Anniversary: Leaders Gather at Ground Zero
#September11 #NYCNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani shook hands with Rudy Giuliani at the 9/11 25th anniversary memorial, where former presidents, Vice President JD Vance, and mourners gathered at Ground Zero to honor nearly 3,000 victims. read more
9/11 Medical Examiner Reveals Emotional Toll of Identifying Victims
#September11 #ForensicScienceAmy Mundorff, a medical examiner deployed to the World Trade Center after the first plane hit 25 years ago, shares with StoryCorps the physical and mental toll of identifying 9/11 victims. read more
Nation Marks 25 Years Since 9/11 Attacks
#September11 #MidtermElectionsNPR marks 25 years since 9/11 with memorials and seven moments of silence honoring victims and first responders. Trump and Vance closed the Republican midterm convention urging voter support, while Missouri's GOP redistricting map was blocked by courts ahead of November's midterms. read more
NFL Reflects on 9/11: 25 Years of Pain and Resilience
#NFL #September11ESPN marks 9/11's 25th anniversary with NFL players, coaches and executives sharing vivid memories of grief, fear and unity. They recall canceled games, Ground Zero visits and an emotional return to play that helped a shaken nation heal. read more
9/11 Survivor Recalls 8 FDNY Brothers Lost
#September11 #FDNY9/11 survivor John Sorrentino recalls FDNY Ladder 118's six firefighters who died at the World Trade Center, remembering haunting PASS alarms, helplessness, and beloved brothers lost when the South Tower collapsed during rescue efforts. read more
9/11 Mastermind Still Untried at Guantanamo After 25 Years
#September11 #GuantanamoBayTwenty-five years after 9/11, accused mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed remains untried at Guantanamo Bay. Torture-tainted evidence and legal delays stall proceedings, leaving families awaiting justice as a 2028 trial date approaches uncertainly. read more
9/11 Cleanup Heroes Face Deportation 25 Years Later
#Immigration #September11Undocumented immigrants who cleaned Ground Zero after 9/11 now face heightened fear of ICE enforcement, chronic illnesses, and stalled legislation for citizenship, while advocates urge recognition of their sacrifices and ongoing medical needs. read more
Divided America Marks 25 Years Since 9/11 Attacks
#September11 #NeverForgetOn 9/11's 25th anniversary, a divided America commemorates the attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people, honoring victims and first responders while reflecting on unity, loss, and the nation's deepening political polarization. read more
Share Your 9/11 Memories 25 Years Later
#September11 #NeverForgetAs the 25th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, The Independent invites readers to share where they were and what they remember from September 11, 2001, when nearly 3,000 people died in coordinated attacks that shaped modern history. read more
Smithsonian Unveils Rare 9/11 Artifacts for 25th Anniversary
#September11 #SmithsonianThe Smithsonian's National Museum of American History displays rare 9/11 artifacts for the 25th anniversary, including personal items from victims. The temporary exhibit aims to help new generations remember and reconnect with the attacks' human toll. read more
New 9/11 Documentary Honors Immigrant Staff of Windows on the World
#WindowsOnTheWorld #September11A new CNN documentary, "Top of the World," retells the story of Windows on the World, the World Trade Center's iconic top-floor restaurant, through surviving immigrant staff who lost 79 colleagues on 9/11, honoring the workplace community they built over 25 years. read more
Journalists Still Haunted by 9/11 Images 25 Years Later
#September11 #PhotojournalismTwenty-five years after 9/11, AP journalists recall witnessing the attacks firsthand—the falling bodies, collapsing towers, and empty hospital gurneys. Photographers Richard Drew, Amy Sancetta, and colleagues still carry those haunting images and memories today. read more
United Cancels 9/11 Denver Flyover After Public Backlash
#UnitedAirlines #September11United Airlines canceled a planned 9/11 memorial flyover over Denver after public backlash, calling it insensitive. The airline will instead hold memorial events at its Flight Training Center and Denver airport, unveiling a World Trade Center steel monument. read more
9/11 Victim Finally Laid to Rest 25 Years Later
#September11 #ForensicDNABarbara Keating, a 9/11 victim on American Airlines Flight 11, is finally laid to rest after her remains were identified last year. Her family gathers in Framingham, Massachusetts, as forensic teams continue identifying the roughly 1,100 victims still unaccounted for. read more
25 Years After 9/11: How the Attacks Reshaped US Security
#September11 #NationalSecurityNPR panel marks 25 years since 9/11, examining how the attacks reshaped U.S. intelligence and national security. Former officials recall that day, debate post-attack tactics like enhanced interrogation and surveillance, and weigh security against civil liberties and America's moral standing. read more
Amateur Photographer Captures FDNY Ladder 118s Final 9/11 Journey
#September11 #FDNYAmateur photographer Aaron McLamb captured Ladder 118 crossing Brooklyn Bridge on 9/11. All six firefighters died when the south tower collapsed. His photo became an enduring symbol of first responders' bravery and sacrifice. read more
9/11 Survivor: Missed Elevator Saved My Life
#September11 #Survivor9/11 survivor Ed Fine, photographed fleeing the Twin Towers with his briefcase, says missing an elevator saved his life. Now 83, he still keeps the briefcase and suit, viewing them as defiance against the attackers who killed 2,996 people. read more
9/11 Survivor Still Haunted by Nightmare 25 Years Later
#September11 #SurvivorStoriesBritish 9/11 survivor Janice Brooks escaped the south tower's 84th floor, losing 61 colleagues. Now 66, she educates post-9/11 generations through charity talks while battling recurring nightmares of a man trapped in flames. read more
AP Journalists Recall Witnessing 9/11 Horror 25 Years Later
#September11 #JournalismTwenty-five years after 9/11, Associated Press journalists who witnessed the attacks recall harrowing memories—collapsing towers, empty hospital gurneys, and photographs like "The Falling Man"—documenting history while living through the trauma. read more
Bush Recalls Moment He Learned America Was Under Attack
#September11 #GeorgeWBushBush had been president less than eight months when his chief of staff interrupted a school reading event to whisper "America is under attack," marking a turning point in his presidency and American life. read more
25 Years Later: 9/11 Photos Capture Day That Changed World
#September11 #NeverForgetTwenty-five haunting images capture 9/11's horror as 2,977 died. Photos show terror, rescue efforts, and grief, from towers collapsing to survivors fleeing. The attack reshaped history globally. read more
Trump attacks media over 9/11 whereabouts questions
#Trump #September11Trump angrily denies "fake news" reports questioning his 9/11 Ground Zero presence, attacking New York Magazine and Maggie Haberman on Truth Social. He claims firefighters escorted him, but responders dispute seeing him there. read more
Last 9/11 firehouse survivor guards memory 25 years on
#September11 #FDNYSal Argano survived 9/11 by chance and remains the last 2001 firefighter at FDNY Ten House, serving as a living memorial while guiding tourists through Ground Zero's history. read more
Trump Repeats 9/11 Ground Zero Rescue Claim at Address
#TrumpClaims #September11Trump claims firefighters physically carried him from Ground Zero after 9/11, repeating a story first responders dispute. He boasted about his presence during a White House address, despite no evidence he was there. read more
Teaching 9/11 to students born after attacks
#September11 #EducationSchools face the challenge of teaching 9/11 to a generation born after 2001, as one-third of Americans weren't alive. Educators balance age-appropriate lessons with memorializing victims, while 40 states mandate or recommend instruction. Silence risks erasing historical memory. read more
9/11 Restaurant Workers Remembered in New Documentary
#September11 #WindowsOnTheWorldA new documentary, "Top of the World," honors Windows on the World's 450 staffers, killed on 9/11. Survivors recall their tight-knit immigrant community and workplace legacy, emphasizing the vibrant culture they built over 25 years, not the tragedy that ended it. read more
Trump Skips Ground Zero, Attends Pentagon 9/11 Ceremony
#September11 #TrumpTrump will be the only living president absent from NYC's 9/11 25th anniversary, skipping Ground Zero for the Pentagon, reportedly over a speech ban. Biden, Obama, Bush, and Clinton will attend. read more
Trump to Skip Ground Zero, Mark 9/11 at Pentagon
#Trump #September11Trump will skip the 9/11 Ground Zero memorial due to a ban on political speeches, opting for the Pentagon instead. Vice President Vance will represent the White House in New York. read more
9/11 Mastermind Trial Set for Summer 2028
#September11 #GuantanamoBayUS judge sets June 2028 trial for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and three accomplices in 9/11 plot, delayed from 2027 to resolve evidence disputes. Past plea deal was voided, prolonging justice for Guantanamo detainees. read more