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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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PoliticsUN committee: Countries must consider slave trade reparations
A UN committee has stated that countries are legally obliged to consider reparations for the transatlantic slave trade. The guidance, published on August 31, 2026, argues that current international obligations require states to address the continuing effects of slavery.
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PoliticsCanada urged to cut temporary residents and improve tracking
Canada should further reduce its temporary resident numbers and improve tracking of those leaving the country, according to Parisa Mahboubi, chair of the C.D. Howe Institute’s immigration targets council. The government aims to lower the temporary resident population to under five per cent of the total population by 2027.
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Politics · United StatesSenate Sets September Vote on Digital Asset Market Clarity Act
The U.S. Senate will hold a procedural vote on the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act on 15 September, following a cloture motion filed by Majority Leader John Thune. The bill would establish the first federal regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, but requires 60 votes to advance.
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Politics · United StatesOperation Rotten Apple detains over 2,100 migrants in New York
Operation Rotten Apple, a federal immigration enforcement initiative, resulted in the detention of over 2,100 migrants in New York. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin announced the operation's findings, criticizing state and city politicians for sanctuary policies.
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Politics · United StatesLetters to the editor on 13 August 2026 criticise Democrats, Trudeau and wealth inequality
On 13 August 2026, letters to the editor in right-rated outlets focused on criticism of Democratic Party policies, figures like Abdul El-Sayed, and COVID-19 leadership. A centre-rated digest referenced a letter mentioning Mark Carney and Donald Trump. No left-rated outlet covered the letters.
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Politics · European UnionEuropean FAs withdraw support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino
England and Wales have withdrawn support for FIFA president Gianni Infantino over plans to sell minority stakes in FIFA Forward Enterprises, valued at $20bn, to private equity. The Scottish FA has not commented, while its president chairs FIFA’s Finance Committee.
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Politics · United StatesCongress returns for pre-midterm session
Both chambers of Congress are returning to Capitol Hill for a brief session before the midterm elections. The House will meet for one week, while the Senate will be in session for three weeks, leaving limited time for legislative action.
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Politics · Middle EastModi receives Uzbekistan's highest honour, elevates ties
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Uzbekistan's highest state honour, the Order of 'Oliy Darajali Dustlik', from President Shavkat Mirziyoyev. The two nations also elevated their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and agreed on new areas of cooperation.
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Politics · Asia-PacificModi and Mirziyoyev agree long-term uranium supply deal
India and Uzbekistan have agreed to establish a long-term uranium supply arrangement. The deal was announced during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Tashkent, where bilateral relations were elevated to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
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Politics · United StatesSurrogate Mother Sues for Custody After Refusing Abortion
A surrogate mother in Texas refused an abortion request for a baby diagnosed with a heart defect, leading to a custody battle. The intended parents are suing for breach of contract, while Texas law grants parentage to the birth mother.
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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 StatesSam Altman to brief UN Security Council on AI
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is scheduled to brief the United Nations Security Council next week. The meeting, part of the annual gathering of world leaders in New York, will focus on artificial intelligence and international security.
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Politics · United StatesJudge Orders AG Blanche to Release Epstein Files or Face Contempt
A federal judge has ordered Attorney General Todd Blanche to provide unredacted Epstein files by September 24, 2026. Judge Emmet Sullivan warned of potential contempt of court charges if the deadline is not met, finding Blanche's arguments against release to be without merit.
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Politics · United StatesAlberta MLA Jennifer Johnson travels to Minnesota for conference
Alberta legislature member Jennifer Johnson is travelling to Saint Paul, Minnesota, to attend the Midwestern Legislative Conference. The trip is intended to promote Alberta's energy, trade, and agriculture interests following the collapse of Canada-US trade negotiations.
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Politics · European UnionGhent University suspends researcher over plagiarism claims against late professor
Ghent University has suspended US researcher Nathan Cofnas, who had accused the late Cambridge professor Jason Arday of plagiarism. The university cited a preliminary disciplinary investigation. US Ambassador to Belgium Bill White condemned the suspension, calling it retaliation.
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Politics · UkraineUkraine considers legalising pornography industry to fund war
Ukraine is considering legalising and taxing its pornography industry to help fund its war with Russia. Lawmakers estimate the sector could generate $25 million a year, enough to buy 30,000 drones. The proposal has cleared its first parliamentary reading.
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Politics · United StatesIdaho abortion initiative lawsuit over ballot language filed
Idahoans United for Women and Families has sued state officials over the ballot language for Proposition One, an abortion rights initiative. The group claims the language is misleading and asks the Idaho Supreme Court to strike down the proposed 'Yes' or 'No' statements.
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Iranian president calls contact with supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei 'very difficult'
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said communication with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is currently 'very difficult', in remarks broadcast on state television. Khamenei has not appeared in public since taking office after his father’s death in US and Israeli strikes.
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Politics · Middle EastKhamenei issues ultimatum to Iran’s Pezeshkian as US tensions rise
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has reportedly issued a final ultimatum to President Masoud Pezeshkian, sidelining his political leverage and endorsing an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps commander. Reports diverge on whether the move is tied to escalating tensions with the US and Israel.
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