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Play of the Day: Syria, the iPhone 6 of Wars

It's bigger and it's going to be at least a two-year commitment.

U.S. airstrikes against the Islamic State and other targets in Syria began late Monday night. And after much anticipation, comedian Jon Stewart astutely observes: It's almost as if Americans weren't awaiting a war as much as they were standing in line for the most recent version of mobile cellular technology. 

But late-night host Stephen Colbert isn't fazed. He's just happy he can punch another hole in his Middle East Frequent Bombing Card.

Plus: Congress keeps taking vacation days, and world leaders flood New York City for the U.N. General Assembly.