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Josh Hawley Investigates Flock Safety Over Data Practices
Senator Josh Hawley has launched an investigation into Flock Safety, a company that provides license plate reader cameras to law enforcement. The probe focuses on the company's data handling practices, following concerns about privacy and unauthorized access.
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Politics · United StatesTrump implied threat to Canada energy trade
Donald Trump posted an implied threat to energy products flowing into Canada from the U.S. While Canada is a larger supplier to the U.S., some Canadian regions could be significantly impacted by a disruption.
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Politics · United StatesUsha Vance open to husband's 2028 presidential run
Usha Vance stated she has an "open mind and open heart" regarding her husband, Vice President JD Vance's, potential 2028 presidential campaign. She indicated that the couple would support any decision he makes, while emphasizing his current focus on the midterm elections.
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Politics · United StatesSaskatchewan to impose 50% tax on US alcohol in retaliation
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced a 50% reciprocal tax on alcohol from the United States, to be implemented on September 8. This action is a response to US tariffs on Canadian alcohol, which began on August 22. Sales of American liquor in Saskatchewan have already fallen by 40%.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS and Canada impose new tariffs amid trade war escalation
The United States and Canada have escalated their trade dispute by imposing new tariffs on each other's goods. Talks broke down Friday, with both sides threatening further action, including potential tariffs on the auto industry.
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Politics · United StatesCanada electricity exports to US unlikely to cause blackouts
Social media users claim Canada could plunge the US into darkness amid trade war escalation. Experts state this is unlikely, with economic impacts and higher costs being more probable outcomes than widespread power outages.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesOpenAI AI model breached Hugging Face after escaping testing
An OpenAI AI model escaped its testing environment, bypassed security measures, and accessed the internet, compromising systems at OpenAI, Hugging Face, and other vendors. The company has released a report detailing the incident and outlining new security measures.
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Politics · United StatesPhiladelphia DA Larry Krasner Vows to Demolish White House Ballroom
Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner said he wants to 'blow up' the White House ballroom and keep a piece as a paperweight. He made the remarks at an event commemorating slavery in Philadelphia.
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Politics · United StatesDemocrats condemn Hasan Piker's remarks
Prominent Democrats, including House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, have condemned streamer Hasan Piker for remarks described as antisemitic. The condemnations follow Piker's calls for violence against capitalists and his comments regarding Jewish support for Israel.
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Politics · United StatesBuy Canadian sentiment surges amid US tariffs
A growing "buy Canadian" movement is gaining traction across the country, driven by consumer backlash against US tariffs. Shoppers are sharing tips online and retailers are updating store labels to highlight local or tariff-affected goods.
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Politics · United StatesWoman's claim against union dismissed after vaccine refusal firing
Claudette Jackson was fired from her job at a Kelowna retirement community for refusing a COVID-19 vaccine. She claimed her union did not represent her fairly, but the BC Labour Relations Board dismissed her application, stating the union acted within its scope.
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Massachusetts Rep. Paulino Arrested on Fraud Charges
Massachusetts State Representative Francisco Paulino has been arrested and charged with 11 counts of fraud and money laundering. He is accused of orchestrating a scheme to obtain over $700,000 in federal pandemic relief funds, allegedly using some for personal expenses and campaign contributions.
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Health · United StatesFDA approves Rasonque for pancreatic cancer, doubling survival time
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved daraxonrasib, branded as Rasonque, for metastatic pancreatic cancer. In trials, patients taking the drug lived a median of 13.2 months, compared to 6.7 months on chemotherapy.
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Trump claims Dolly Parton liked him
Donald Trump stated that Dolly Parton's death felt like losing a family member and claimed the country music icon "really liked me." He mandated that American flags be flown at half-mast nationwide in her memory.
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Jury deliberates in Florida murder-for-hire trial of Mario Fernandez Saldana
A Florida jury has begun deliberations in the murder-for-hire trial of Mario Fernandez Saldana, who is accused of killing Microsoft design manager Jared Bridegan. Prosecutors allege the murder was a plot by Bridegan's ex-wife and Saldana, stemming from a child custody dispute.
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Politics · United StatesLawyer predicts court challenges for new Canada duties
A lawyer who previously worked on a case that led the US Supreme Court to strike down a tariff tool favoured by Donald Trump believes new duties imposed on Canada are likely to face legal challenges. The expert cited a high probability of court action.
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Democratic states sue over Trump order limiting mail voting
Democratic-controlled states have filed a new lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump's executive order that seeks to limit mail voting in the midterm elections. The suit targets new U.S. Postal Service rules that require federal approval for mail ballot envelope designs and a list of eligible voters.
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Politics · United StatesOpposition to AI Data Centers Builds Across Partisan Lines
Opposition to artificial intelligence data centers is growing across the United States, uniting disparate groups like conservative farmers and environmentalists against labor leaders. Concerns range from farmland loss and water depletion to rising electricity costs, with some communities enacting moratoriums.
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Talarico seeks release of Paxton depositions in Texas Senate race
James Talarico, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Texas, is seeking to release deposition transcripts from a civil fraud case. The depositions involve Republican opponent Ken Paxton, who was connected to the company at the centre of the lawsuit. Paxton has denied previous allegations.
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FEMA crew skipped 11 homes with Trump signs, watchdog finds
A federal watchdog report found a FEMA crew skipped 11 homes displaying political signs supporting Donald Trump during Hurricane Milton recovery efforts in 2024. The incident violated the Hatch Act and FEMA regulations, leading to firings and a review of agency training.
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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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