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Politics · United StatesCarney warns of cost as Canada's retaliatory tariffs against US begin
Prime Minister Mark Carney has warned Canadians that the country's shift away from the United States will incur costs, though he maintains the alternative would be significantly more detrimental. Canada's retaliatory tariffs against the US took effect on Tuesday.
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Politics · United StatesFormer Nicaraguan paramilitary faces deportation from US
Marlon Gerardo Sáenz Cruz, a former Nicaraguan paramilitary who was among 222 prisoners granted U.S. parole in 2023, has been detained by immigration authorities in Los Angeles. He faces possible deportation to Nicaragua or statelessness, while facing allegations of past government ties and harassment of opponents.
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Politics · United StatesSaskatchewan Imposes 50% Tax on American Alcohol
Saskatchewan has implemented a 50 per cent tax on American-produced alcohol purchased through the provincial liquor authority's online system. This action is a response to US tariffs on Canadian goods, with Premier Scott Moe stating it aims to support local products.
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Politics · United StatesTrump posts edited video of King Charles appearing uncaring
Donald Trump shared an edited video on Truth Social that depicted King Charles walking away from a man who fainted. The original footage shows the King attempting to help and remaining until the man was assured to be fine. The video also targeted other world leaders.
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Politics · United StatesTrump shares hockey cartoon mocking Canadian PM Mark Carney
Donald Trump shared a cartoon image of himself and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney playing hockey, with Trump telling Carney to 'Get up, governor.' The post appeared on Truth Social days before Canada's retaliatory tariffs on US goods are set to take effect.
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David Rubenstein buys Kennedy Center's 'Blue' sculpture for $2 million
Joel Shapiro's 24-foot-tall sculpture 'Blue' has been purchased by former Kennedy Center chairman David Rubenstein for approximately $2 million. The artwork was removed from the Kennedy Center on September 2, 2026, and is slated for display at the National Gallery of Art.
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Politics · United StatesDemocrats reduce climate change focus in midterm messaging
Democratic candidates are increasingly downplaying climate change in their midterm campaign messages. This shift follows years of aggressive environmental policy under the Biden administration and comes as voters express greater concern over affordability and the cost of living.
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Politics · United StatesTrump administration removed critical language from Confederate memorial sign
The Trump administration has removed language that criticized the Confederate Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery from a sign at the site and the Defense Department website. The changes come as part of an effort to reshape historical portrayals of the Civil War.
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Politics · United StatesUS Terrorist Designation Forces Italian Collective Autistici/Inventati to Close
The Italian technology collective Autistici/Inventati has announced the closure of its services after being designated a Specially Designated Global Terrorist by the U.S. State Department. The decision impacts approximately 16,000 mailboxes, 1,500 websites, and 10,000 blogs.
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Politics · United StatesTrump to Sue Think Tank Over National Guard Crime Report
Donald Trump announced his intention to sue the Center for American Progress (CAP) after the think tank published a report stating National Guard deployments had no measurable impact on reducing violent crime. Trump called the report a 'Radical Left SCAM' and alleged it was funded by various organizations and foreign entities.
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Politics · United StatesTrump's 9/11 claims about Ground Zero work face scrutiny
Donald Trump has claimed he went to Ground Zero the day after the 9/11 attacks with construction workers and 'worked long and hard.' First responders and individuals present at the site have stated they did not see him there.
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Politics · United StatesCuba says US embargo caused $8bn in damages, denies talks with Washington
Cuba's Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez stated there are no negotiations or plans for future talks with Washington. He reported that the US blockade caused over $8 billion in economic damages between March 2025 and February 2026, a 7% increase from the previous year, and blamed US oil sanctions for nationwide blackouts.
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Politics · United StatesMayor Mamdani to attend 9/11 ceremony amid criticism
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will attend the annual 9/11 remembrance ceremony on Friday. His attendance has drawn criticism due to his appointment of Ramzi Kassem as chief legal counsel, who previously represented a convicted al-Qaeda member.
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Business & Economy · United StatesSouth Korea and US agree on $22.3bn Texas gas plant investment
South Korea and the United States have reportedly agreed on the size of Seoul's planned investment in a gas project in Texas, estimated at around $22.3 billion. The project aims to build a 6.3-gigawatt gas plant in Encinal, Texas, to meet rising power demand for AI data centres.
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Iran War Costs Americans $100 Billion in Extra Energy Expenses
The war in Iran has cost American consumers an estimated $100 billion in additional energy expenses, according to Brown University. The figure continues to increase, adding approximately $1 million every two minutes.
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Politics · United StatesUN Demands US Accountability for 23 Migrant Deaths in Custody
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights has called for the US to be held accountable for the deaths of 23 migrants in custody in 2026. Volker Türk also urged the US to stop deportations to countries where migrants may suffer irreparable harm.
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Poorest Americans struggle for housing amid vacant low-income units
Millions of affordable rental units in the U.S. remain vacant because the poorest households cannot afford them. These households, earning below 30% of area median income, face severe housing shortages, with many paying over half their income on rent and utilities.
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Politics · United StatesTrump's approval rating threatens Republican control of Congress
President Donald Trump's approval ratings are near historic lows, impacting Republican chances in the upcoming midterm elections. Voters express dissatisfaction with the economy and the war with Iran, while historical patterns suggest the president's party often loses seats in midterms.
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Politics · United StatesTrump trade war with Canada emerges as US midterm issue
President Donald Trump's trade war with Canada is emerging as a significant issue ahead of the US midterm elections. While Canada cannot match US economic power, it may be able to make the trade dispute costly for Trump.
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Politics · United StatesMcConnell's absence from Senate prompts calls for return or resignation
Senator Mitch McConnell has been absent from public view for over 80 days since his June hospitalization. Fox News commentator Joe Concha has publicly demanded that McConnell return to Senate duties by September or resign, stating "Enough of this already."
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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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