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Politics · European UnionGabriel Attal proposes 'United States of Europe'
French presidential candidate Gabriel Attal has proposed the creation of a 'United States of Europe'. He stated that the current 27-member EU has reached its limits and advocated for a two-speed model and joint European debt.
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PoliticsFriedrich Merz campaigns for Berlin CDU with Stefan Evers
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz campaigned for the Berlin CDU alongside candidate Stefan Evers. He addressed approximately 150 party members at the CDU headquarters, speaking about federal politics and praising Evers. The event was held behind closed doors.
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Politics · United StatesTurning Point Action activists target Iowa State Fair
Turning Point Action activists heckled Democratic politicians at the Iowa State Fair, while also registering voters and signing people up for events. The organization is working to establish a presence in all of Iowa's 99 counties to influence the 2028 Republican presidential primary.
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Politics · United StatesJasmine Crockett will not campaign with James Talarico
Representative Jasmine Crockett announced she will not campaign with James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for the Texas U.S. Senate race. Crockett stated her focus will be on supporting other candidates in lower-profile races.
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ICE arrests dozens in Connecticut amid rising nationwide activity
Federal immigration authorities have detained dozens of people in Danbury, Connecticut, this week. The operation has drawn criticism from local officials and immigrant advocates, while the Department of Homeland Security stated agents targeted public safety threats.
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Politics · Middle EastIran Grants Iraq Special Passage for Oil Tankers Through Hormuz
Iran has granted special permission for Iraqi oil tankers to transit the Strait of Hormuz, following repeated requests from Baghdad. This comes as Iraq's crude oil exports have fallen sharply, and the country is exploring alternative, costly export routes.
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Politics · United StatesTrump endorses Komatireddy to challenge New York Attorney General James
Donald Trump endorsed Republican Saritha Komatireddy to challenge New York Attorney General Letitia James, framing her as a law-and-order alternative. The move escalates Trump’s feud with James, whose $465 million fraud penalty against him was overturned on appeal.
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Politics · ChinaChina's Wang Yi Urges US to Overcome Obstacles Ahead of Summit
China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with US Ambassador David Perdue, stating that China-US relations face risks and challenges. He urged both sides to focus on a positive agenda and overcome obstacles ahead of an expected summit between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump next month.
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Politics · United StatesMississippi foster care met 22 of 107 court-ordered safety measures in 2025
A federal court monitor reported Mississippi’s Department of Child Protection Services met only 22 of 107 safety measures in 2025. Children in foster care experienced abuse or neglect at over twice the acceptable rate, and the state is seeking to dismiss the lawsuit.
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Politics · European UnionAfD attacks Bauhaus art movement ahead of Saxony-Anhalt election
Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has targeted the Bauhaus art movement, calling it an 'aberration of modernism' in its election program. The attacks have drawn criticism from the country's culture minister, who compared the language to that used by Nazis.
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Politics · United StatesIryna Zarutska's family sues Charlotte over transit safety failures
The family of Iryna Zarutska, who was killed on the Charlotte Area Transit system's Blue Line in August 2025, plans to file a civil lawsuit. A state audit revealed safety and security gaps, including a lack of fare enforcement and physical security.
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Politics · United StatesEight Black candidates nominated for US governor in 2026, only three elected in history
The United States has elected only three Black governors in its history, all Democrats. In 2026, eight Black major-party candidates are running for governor, including Maryland’s Wes Moore, who is seeking re-election. The nominees span both parties and include men and women.
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Politics · United StatesJill Stein arrest warrant issued and dropped after missed court hearing in Missouri
A Missouri judge issued an arrest warrant for Jill Stein after she and her attorney failed to appear at a court hearing on 20 August 2026. The warrant was later dropped when her attorney appeared in court. Stein faces misdemeanour charges of trespassing and assault from an April 2024 protest at Washington University in St. Louis.
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Politics · United StatesDHS watchdog: Immigrants held in 'calming area' cages at Alligator Alcatraz
A Department of Homeland Security inspector general report found that nearly 80 immigrant detainees at the 'Alligator Alcatraz' facility were held in small metal enclosures for periods ranging from several minutes to nearly two hours. The report described the enclosures as 'highly unconventional' and a risk to detainee health and safety.
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Portsmouth protests: Anti-migrant and counter-demonstrators clash
Anti-migrant protesters and counter-demonstrators held rival rallies in Portsmouth. Police arrested one man in connection with a previous demonstration, while the Home Secretary met police to discuss far-right group activity.
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Politics · United StatesTrump signs stopgap funding bill to avert US government shutdown until December
US President Donald Trump signed a bill on 2 September 2026 extending federal government funding until 11 December, avoiding a shutdown before the midterm elections. The House and Senate passed the measure with overwhelming majorities, though no left-rated outlet reported the story.
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Politics · United StatesTrump Administration Proposes New Rules Targeting Immigrants
The Trump administration is implementing new regulations that extend beyond border enforcement, targeting immigrants through measures like limiting tax credit refunds and requiring English proficiency for truck drivers.
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Politics · UkraineTrump says CIA director's Moscow visit was 'semi-routine'
CIA Director John Ratcliffe visited Moscow for talks with Russian intelligence officials. President Donald Trump described the visit as 'semi-routine' and indicated that Washington desires an end to the war in Ukraine. Kremlin press secretary Dmitry Peskov confirmed intelligence contacts but denied a meeting with President Putin.
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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 StatesICE Arrests Reached Nearly 50,000 in July
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested 49,571 people in July, the highest single monthly total during the second Trump administration. This figure represents a 15% increase from June and a 70% increase from February.
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