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US jobless claims fall to 203,000, average ticks up
US jobless claims fell to 203,000 last week, remaining near historic lows. The four-week average of claims, however, rose slightly to 205,500. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1%, with employers adding an average of 61,000 jobs per month this year.
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ICE officer Christian Castro released from Texas jail after extradition denied
An Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer charged in a Minneapolis shooting has been released from a Texas jail. A judge refused to order his extradition to Minnesota, citing jurisdictional issues, while Texas Governor Greg Abbott awaits an internal state investigation.
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Politics · United StatesTrudeau's transparency promises contrasted with government secrecy
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau pledged open government in 2015, but reports indicate ministries still control information tightly and civil servants fear speaking out. The BC NDP's closure of a public employee directory is cited as a recent example of this trend.
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Politics · United StatesNew York's ICE cooperation ban faces legal challenges and federal funding questions
New York's new law prohibits local police from cooperating with ICE on civil immigration enforcement, with exceptions for proven crimes. However, some counties are challenging the law with a lawsuit, and a federal grant program is reportedly funding border security assistance.
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Politics · United StatesCanada Adjusts Tariffs on US Goods After Industry Input
Canada is adjusting its list of counter-tariffs in response to feedback from Canadian industries. The planned reprisal includes raising tariffs on American steel and aluminum products and imposing duties on hundreds of other U.S. exports.
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Tate brothers challenge extradition, seek release on bond
Brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate are challenging their extradition to the United Kingdom to face charges including rape and sex trafficking. They appeared in a Miami court seeking release on bond, arguing their online boasts were exaggerated personas.
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Politics · United StatesEducation Department deletes video comparing Trump to Hitler
The US Department of Education deleted a social media video that appeared to compare Donald Trump to Adolf Hitler. The department stated the video was created by a staffer unaware of the clip's context.
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Politics · United StatesTrump says he would support ban on Sharia law in US
Donald Trump stated he would support legislation prohibiting Sharia law in the United States, arguing the country must have only one legal system. He cited London and Paris as examples of European capitals where Islamic religious law operates as a 'second way of life'. Trump also discussed affordability, blaming Democrats for high prices.
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Politics · United StatesTrump declares national emergency over US power grid
President Donald Trump has declared a national emergency concerning the US electricity grid. The executive order prohibits the use of certain foreign-made components in power generation and transmission facilities, citing potential security vulnerabilities.
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Politics · United StatesJes Staley told US lawmakers he shared bank data with Jeffrey Epstein
Former JPMorgan executive Jes Staley told U.S. lawmakers he shared confidential bank information with Jeffrey Epstein. Staley was also named as a trustee of Epstein's estate, according to a transcript released by the House Oversight Committee.
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US tells diplomats to urge countries to boost synagogue security
The US State Department has instructed its diplomatic missions worldwide to ask host governments to increase security around synagogues and Jewish institutions. The directive comes amid a global rise in antisemitic incidents and ahead of the High Holidays.
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Trump Administration Pauses Immigrant Visas, Plans Visa Revocations
The Trump administration is intensifying its immigration crackdown by pausing all immigrant visa applications and preparing to revoke up to 200,000 business and tourism visas. These measures target individuals seeking to enter or remain in the U.S. legally, citing concerns about public charge.
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Politics · United StatesLawmakers and activists protest bill impacting journalists
Republican lawmakers, journalist Nick Shirley, and activists protested a bill signed by Governor Gavin Newsom. Critics argue the law will hinder journalists reporting on immigration. No left-rated outlets covered the protest.
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Politics · United StatesGrand jury: $10 million in taxpayer funds diverted for political use
A state grand jury found that $10 million in taxpayer money, meant for children's health insurance, was diverted to political action committees and the Republican Party of Florida. The funds were used to defeat a 2024 marijuana legalization initiative. No criminal charges were filed.
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Politics · United StatesJudge Rejects DOJ Bid to Dismiss Steve Bannon's Conviction
A federal judge has rejected the Justice Department's request to dismiss Steve Bannon's criminal conviction for refusing to testify before a congressional committee. The judge cited prosecutors' failure to adequately explain their reasoning for seeking the dismissal.
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Maine GOP Governor Nominee Wants ICE Agents at Polling Places
Maine's Republican nominee for governor, Bobby Charles, stated he would ask a federal official to send U.S. Marshals and ICE agents to polling places. Democrats called the plan illegal and an attempt to intimidate voters, while state officials noted legal prohibitions.
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Politics · United StatesTrump says US doesn't need Canada amid 50% aluminum tariff
U.S. President Donald Trump stated the United States does not need Canada, while simultaneously imposing a 50% tariff on Canadian aluminum. Reports highlight the significant economic interdependence between the two nations, with Canada being the US's second-largest trading partner.
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Politics · United StatesCollege student shot and killed by police in Pennsylvania
A 22-year-old college student was shot and killed by police in Upper Pottsgrove Township, Pennsylvania, after he mistakenly went to the wrong house. His father stated his son was on a FaceTime call with friends moments before the shooting.
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Politics · United StatesJudge Lifts Block on Trump Mail-In Voting Order After SCOTUS Ruling
A federal judge has lifted a nationwide injunction blocking President Trump's executive order on mail-in voting. The Supreme Court ruled a previous challenge was premature, but states have filed a new lawsuit arguing the USPS rule interferes with election administration.
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Politics · United StatesTrump Administration Proposes Rescinding Roadless Rule
The Trump administration has proposed rescinding the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule, which protects 45 million acres of national forest land. Conservation groups warn this could endanger hundreds of species and impact water sources.
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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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