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Politics · United StatesUS lawmakers want Trump to ban aid to Chinese, Russian agencies
US lawmakers are pressing the Trump administration to prohibit American citizens and businesses from supporting Chinese and Russian civilian intelligence and security agencies. They warn of national security risks and potential access to advanced technology.
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Politics · United StatesPolygamous leader Samuel Bateman faces sentencing for child abuse
Polygamous sect leader Samuel Bateman is set for sentencing on state child abuse convictions. He is already serving a 50-year federal sentence for orchestrating sex involving children and faces additional time based on the state charges.
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Politics · United StatesBakery owner confronts ex-Border Patrol commander over immigration sweep
Manolo Betancur, owner of Manolo's Bakery in East Charlotte, confronted former Border Patrol commander Greg Bovino outside his business. Betancur stated that Bovino's previous operation, 'Charlotte's Web,' negatively impacted his bakery, causing financial losses and fear.
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Politics · United StatesUS politicians push back against data centers amid backlash
A growing backlash against data center projects is emerging across the US, with politicians from both major parties raising concerns about their impact on electricity grids, water supplies, and the environment. This opposition is influencing midterm election campaigns, particularly in states like Pennsylvania.
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Politics · United StatesFlorida ACA Enrollment Drops Amid Premium Hikes
Florida has seen a significant drop in Affordable Care Act enrollment, with around 440,000 residents losing coverage. This comes after enhanced federal subsidies expired in January, leading to premium increases and forcing many to forgo insurance.
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Politics · United StatesSupreme Court Allows Trump Mail-In Voting Order to Proceed
The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed a Trump executive order concerning mail-in voting to move forward, reversing decisions made by lower courts. The ruling, however, was based on procedural matters, and the legality of the order itself remains under challenge. Arizona officials have stated that current mail-in voting procedures will not change for voters in the state.
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Politics · United StatesEl-Sayed asks Watters if he is circumcised during Fox News interview
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed asked Fox News host Jesse Watters if he was circumcised during an interview. The question came as they discussed gender-affirming care for minors, with El-Sayed defending his position by comparing it to circumcision.
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Politics · United StatesICE Arrests 1,328 Immigrants in Virginia and Maryland Operation
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 1,328 immigrants during a two-week operation in Virginia and Maryland. Nearly 400 had prior convictions or pending charges, and some were identified as alleged members of transnational criminal organizations.
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Politics · United StatesTrump backs Mazzei in Oklahoma governor runoff against Drummond
Businessman Mike Mazzei is in a runoff for the Oklahoma Republican gubernatorial nomination, endorsed by Donald Trump. He faces state Attorney General Gentner Drummond, who finished ahead in the initial vote. The winner will face Democrat Cyndi Munson.
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Politics · United StatesFormer CIA officers gather for 'Deep State plot' party
Former intelligence community officers who felt "silenced or purged" by the Trump administration gathered for a party in Virginia. The event, held at a gay karaoke bar, was partly to celebrate former CIA analyst Julia Curlee, the first openly transgender CIA officer.
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Business & Economy · United StatesIndian applications to US colleges fall 14-15%
Applications from Indian students to US colleges have seen a decline of 14% to 15% for the 2025-26 admissions cycle, according to Common App data. This trend contrasts with an overall increase in domestic US applications.
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Mexico resumes cattle exports to US after screwworm halt
Mexico has restarted live cattle exports to the United States after a nearly two-year suspension. The halt was due to a screwworm outbreak, which has affected both countries and led to increased beef prices in the US.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesJudge postpones Pan Am Flight 103 trial over new evidence
A U.S. federal judge has postponed the trial of Abu Agila Mohammad Mas’ud Kheir Al-Marimi, who is charged in the 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103. The delay is due to newly discovered evidence that defense attorneys need to examine.
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Politics · United StatesIran state media airs video threatening Barron Trump, offers bounty
Iranian state media broadcast a video that allegedly suggests how to kill Barron Trump and offers a $10 million bounty for information. The Secret Service confirmed it is aware of the video and investigating the threats.
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Politics · United StatesClarence Thomas: 'Stay Black and die' retort to racial expectations
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has spoken out against the expectation that Black Americans should adhere to specific political viewpoints based on their race. He shared a retort he used, 'stay Black and die,' to push back against such mandates.
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Politics · United StatesUS to revoke visas for up to 200,000 asylum seekers
The Trump administration is preparing to revoke business and tourism visas for up to 200,000 foreigners seeking asylum in the US. The State Department expects to announce the action, which would be the largest mass visa revocation in US history, in the coming weeks.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS tariffs hit Canadian small businesses
Canadian small businesses are experiencing significant impacts from new US tariffs, including order cancellations and a halt in deliveries. Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced retaliatory measures, stating Canada will match US tariffs dollar-for-dollar.
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Politics · United StatesUS audit finds $20.9 million in misspending by Ohio manufacturing program
A federal audit has identified $20.9 million in misspending by a federally funded Ohio manufacturing program. Auditors recommend the program's funding be permanently terminated and the money recouped, while the program's operator disputes the findings.
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Politics · United StatesThree-year college degrees gain popularity amid affordability concerns
Three-year college degree programs are increasing in the US, aiming to make higher education more affordable and accessible. While proponents highlight time and cost savings for students, critics express concerns about the quality of education and potential career limitations.
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Politics · United StatesRep. Al Green files new impeachment articles against Trump
Representative Al Green has filed new articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump, accusing him of abusing presidential powers. The resolution specifically targets the operation of ICE and CBP, calling them "vicious, quota-driven, unaccountable paramilitary police forces."
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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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