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Business & Economy · United StatesCalifornia approves largest US kelp farm plan
State coastal officials have approved plans for the United States' largest kelp farm, to be built 6 miles off the Ventura County coast. The project by Ocean Rainforest could produce up to 6,000 tons of kelp annually.
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Business & Economy · United StatesIMF drops Ricardo Reis for chief economist role after Trump criticism
Ricardo Reis, a professor at the London School of Economics, was a leading candidate for the IMF's chief economist position. He was withdrawn from consideration after making critical remarks about Donald Trump's tariff policies. Silvana Tenreyro was appointed to the role in July.
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Politics · United States9/11 changed Canada's border approach, reports say
Before the 9/11 attacks, some Canadians living near the U.S. border could cross with minimal checks. News reports indicate this changed significantly after the attacks, leading to increased security measures.
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Politics · United StatesCanada shut airspace within minutes on 9/11, ex-minister says
On September 11, 2001, Canada had only minutes to decide whether to close its airspace as hundreds of planes flew overhead. Former transportation minister David Collenette described the swift actions taken to land or divert aircraft.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS Bans Canadian Dairy, Alcohol Imports and Imposes Tariffs
The United States will ban imports of dairy, motorcycles, and alcoholic beverages from Canada, and impose a 50% tariff on new Canadian products. These actions are a response to Canada's own retaliatory tariffs.
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Politics · United StatesSt. Catharines mayor links 9/11 anniversary to Canada‑U.S. ties
Mayor Mat Siscoe used the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks to stress the enduring bond between Canadians and Americans, noting the large national mourning crowd and the Canadian Red Cross’s volunteer response in New York.
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Media · United StatesJimmy Kimmel moves interview with James Talarico to YouTube
Jimmy Kimmel announced his interview with Texas Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico would not air on ABC due to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) pressure. The interview will instead be posted on YouTube. The decision comes amid a broader dispute between ABC's parent company, Disney, and the FCC over broadcast licenses.
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James Talarico walks back past statements on gender and trans athletes
Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico has revised past statements regarding gender and transgender athletes. He now states he opposes transgender girls competing in sports if it compromises safety or fairness, a shift from his previous stances.
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Politics · United StatesTwenty states and D.C. sue Trump administration over endangered species rule changes
On 9 September 2026, a coalition of twenty U.S. states and the District of Columbia filed two lawsuits accusing the Trump administration of illegally weakening the Endangered Species Act. The suits target rules that narrow habitat protections and reduce safeguards for newly threatened species.
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Business & Economy · United StatesTexas AG Ken Paxton distributes 7 million free eggs from antitrust settlements
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the distribution of over 7 million free eggs to food banks statewide. The eggs were obtained through settlements with three egg producers resolving antitrust claims over alleged price inflation.
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Politics · United StatesBC Forestry Groups Warn of 'Breaking Point' to Premier Eby
British Columbia's forestry sector is at a critical juncture, according to a joint letter from industry groups to Premier David Eby. They are demanding immediate government action to address significant challenges, including lengthy permitting processes and the impact of American trade tariffs.
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Politics · United StatesMissouri redistricting opponents appeal to US Supreme Court
Opponents of Missouri's new congressional map have appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court. This follows a federal appeals panel's decision to let a new map stand, sending the dispute back to the nation's highest court.
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Politics · United StatesUS Attorney Jeanine Pirro refuses questions on Reflecting Pool case
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro refused to answer reporters' questions about the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool vandalism case, which President Donald Trump has urged her to revisit. Pirro became visibly frustrated, at one point yelling, 'No! No and no! How many times do I have to say no?!'
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Politics · United StatesGovernment abandons plan to bypass species protection laws
The federal government has withdrawn a proposal that would have allowed ministers to exempt certain projects from laws protecting species at risk. Environmental groups remain concerned about other potential avenues for bypassing the Species At Risk Act.
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Politics · United StatesIlhan Omar cleared of wrongdoing in financial filing probe
A congressional ethics watchdog has cleared Representative Ilhan Omar of wrongdoing regarding her financial filings. The Office of Congressional Conduct voted to recommend the House Ethics Committee dismiss the allegation after an investigation into errors that overstated assets tied to her husband's businesses.
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Politics · United StatesMinister says some congregants wished Trump assassin more successful
Rev. Babs Miller, a minister at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church in Austin, Texas, stated that some congregants wished the young man who attempted to assassinate Donald Trump had been more successful. Miller also indicated that most congregants do not truly believe in Christian teachings. James Talarico, a Democratic Party Senate candidate, is a longtime congregant of the church.
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Politics · United StatesTrump administration proposed census changes to exclude non-citizens
The Trump administration proposed changes to the U.S. census that would count only citizens and permanent residents, potentially excluding millions and reshaping political representation and federal funding. The changes could also eliminate demographic questions.
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Politics · United StatesFather sues school district over LGBTQ+ lessons
A Christian father has filed a federal lawsuit against the Lake Washington School District, alleging his son was subjected to LGBTQ+ lessons without the option to opt out. The suit claims violations of constitutional rights and seeks damages and attorney fees.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS trade restrictions to block Quebec-made BRP vehicles
US President Donald Trump's new trade restrictions will block Quebec-based BRP from selling its Can-Am Spyder and Canyon three-wheel vehicles in the United States starting September 29. The company expects the immediate financial impact to be limited.
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Politics · United StatesDemocrat Lorena Austin calls deepfake images supporting Andy Biggs '100% not me'
Images circulating on social media appeared to show Democratic state Rep. Lorena Austin supporting Republican gubernatorial candidate Andy Biggs. Austin stated the images were deepfakes, and AI-detection systems indicated they were digitally altered. The images were shared by individuals identified as Turning Point Action managers.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastSouth Korean President Lee Jae‑myung refuses to send troops to US‑led Iran war
On 18 September 2026 President Lee Jae‑myung announced South Korea will not deploy troops or military assets to a US‑led war against Iran. He added that naval operations would only protect South Korean ships. The remark came after pressure from US President Donald Trump.
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Politics · Asia-PacificSouth Korean President: Trump Wants Dialogue with North Korea
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung stated that U.S. President Donald Trump clearly wants dialogue with North Korea. Lee also confirmed that South Korea will not deploy troops to intervene militarily in the Iran war.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastTrump says Iran wants a deal but is not ready
President Trump stated Iran is seeking a deal but is not yet prepared, ahead of a planned meeting with Gulf Cooperation Council leaders. He indicated the US would only accept a favourable agreement.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran adds earth barriers to Pickaxe Mountain as Trump warns Tehran
Iran has reinforced tunnel entrances at the Pickaxe Mountain nuclear‑linked complex with earthen barriers, according to satellite imagery released on 11 September. The Institute for Science and International Security says the added earth hardens the site against air strikes. Russia and China blocked a U.N. resolution, and President Donald Trump warned Iran not to “get cute”.
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Politics · Middle EastUN General Assembly allows Abbas video address after US visa denial
The United Nations General Assembly has voted to allow Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to address the 81st session via video link. The decision follows the United States' denial of a visa to Abbas, preventing his in-person attendance in New York.
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Politics · Middle EastRussia and China veto UN resolution on Iran sanctions monitoring
Russia and China vetoed a UN Security Council resolution that would have extended the mandate of experts monitoring sanctions on Iran. The vote creates a gap in oversight as the sanctions themselves remain in effect.
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Conflict & SecurityTrump announces progress on US military base in Poland
US President Donald Trump announced significant progress toward establishing a US military base in Poland. He stated the location would be announced soon and described the potential base as a historic step for the US-Poland alliance. Polish President Karol Nawrocki was credited for his leadership.
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Iran shoots down at least two US drones, officials say
US officials have confirmed that Iranian forces shot down at least two American MQ-1 unmanned aircraft in recent days. The exact location and specific models of the drones are not yet public.
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Politics · ChinaChina's Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Rubio discuss high-level talks
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone call on Thursday, September 17, 2026. They discussed preparing for future high-level interactions and the situation in West Asia, ahead of an anticipated meeting between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.
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Politics · IndiaCanadian Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu Visits India for Economic Talks
Canadian Minister of International Trade Maninder Sidhu is visiting Mumbai from September 18-19 to advance trade talks with India. The visit focuses on the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and aims to significantly increase bilateral trade.
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Politics · European UnionCarney to address EU Parliament amid Trump criticism of Canada's associate membership bid
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to address the European Parliament. This follows a proposal by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen for Canada to become the EU's first associate member, a move US President Donald Trump has criticised.
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Politics · ChinaUS Open to AI Risk Talks With China This Weekend
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has stated the United States is open to discussing shared risks with China in upcoming AI talks scheduled for this weekend. The discussions aim to prevent the bifurcation of AI systems between the two countries.
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Conflict & Security · United KingdomCanada applies to join UK military coalition
Canada has formally applied to join the UK-led Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF), a military coalition of 10 NATO allies. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the application, which aims to diversify Canada's defence ties beyond the United States.
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Science & Tech · ChinaHuawei forecasts 900 billion AI agents by 2035
Huawei's "Intelligent World 2035" report forecasts a dramatic increase in autonomous AI agents, predicting they will account for over 90% of global AI token traffic by 2035. The report anticipates 900 billion such agents will be active globally, a figure roughly 100 times the projected human population.
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Politics · ChinaFamilies Urge Trump to Free Detainees Ahead of Xi's US Visit
As Chinese President Xi Jinping prepares to visit the United States, families and advocates have made public appeals for the release of detained US scholar Min Zin and Hong Kong media mogul Jimmy Lai. The pleas were made during congressional hearings in Washington.
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Politics · AfricaUS imposes visa restrictions on South Africans over discrimination claims
The United States has imposed new visa restrictions on certain South African nationals, citing race-based discrimination and uncompensated land seizures. South Africa has rejected the US allegations, stating the measures are based on mischaracterised policies and fringe group information.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaNorth Korea threatens nuclear use over US-South Korea defense talks
North Korea's Ministry of Defense has stated that nuclear weapons could be used in response to actions by the US and South Korea. This statement follows defense talks between the two nations aimed at strengthening cooperation against potential weapons of mass destruction attacks from Pyongyang.
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Politics · Middle EastJD Vance: US Middle East policy must not be subservient to Israel
US Vice President JD Vance said American policy in the Middle East cannot be made subservient to Israel. He argued that President Trump has shown a greater willingness than other recent presidents to diverge from Israeli interests when they conflict with American ones.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastJD Vance: US-Iran conflict to enter new phase in months
US Vice President JD Vance said the conflict with Iran is expected to enter a "much different phase" within months. He also suggested the war could conclude shortly after the upcoming midterm elections, aligning with President Trump's predictions.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastUS, Israel, Arab military chiefs met in Germany on security
Military leaders from the US, Israel, and eight Arab countries convened in Germany last week for a closed-door meeting. Organized by CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper, the summit focused on security cooperation in the Middle East, particularly concerning Iran and Houthi actions in Yemen.
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