Salon News Today — September 4, 2026
Pablo Torre Sounds Off on the NBA’s Historic Ruling Against the Clippers, Kawhi Leonard and ESPN — and Teases His Next Big Sports Investigation and more — today's salon signal.
As we dive into today's top stories, it's clear that the world of sports and entertainment is buzzing with excitement and controversy. The NBA's historic ruling against the Clippers, Kawhi Leonard, and ESPN has sent shockwaves through the sports community, with prominent voices like Pablo Torre weighing in on the decision and teasing his next big investigation. But sports fans don't have to wait for the latest developments to get their fix - the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup is just around the corner, and we've got the scoop on how to catch all the action online.
From the court to the screen, our attention turns to the latest film releases, with Martin McDonagh's 'Wild Horse Nine' garnering praise for its melancholy seventies caper and the perfectly paired double act of John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell. Meanwhile, in a heartwarming tribute, one writer reflects on the strong women who raised her, drawing parallels between their stories and the life of the one and only Dolly Parton. As we explore these diverse stories, we're reminded of the power of sports, film, and personal narrative to bring us together and spark important conversations - and we're excited to dive in and explore them all with you.
Today's signal:
• Pablo Torre Sounds Off on the NBA’s Historic Ruling Against the Clippers, Kawhi Leonard and ESPN — and Teases His Next Big Sports Investigation (variety.com)
• How to Watch the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup Online (rollingstone.com)
• ‘Wild Horse Nine’ Review: John Malkovich and Sam Rockwell Are a Perfectly Paired Double Act in Martin McDonagh’s Melancholy Seventies Caper (variety.com)
• I’m the Daughter of Immigrants. I See Dolly Parton in the Women Who Raised Me (rollingstone.com)