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Politics · United StatesCuba says US embargo caused $8bn in damages, denies talks with Washington
Cuba's Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez stated there are no negotiations or plans for future talks with Washington. He reported that the US blockade caused over $8 billion in economic damages between March 2025 and February 2026, a 7% increase from the previous year, and blamed US oil sanctions for nationwide blackouts.
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Politics · United StatesMayor Mamdani to attend 9/11 ceremony amid criticism
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will attend the annual 9/11 remembrance ceremony on Friday. His attendance has drawn criticism due to his appointment of Ramzi Kassem as chief legal counsel, who previously represented a convicted al-Qaeda member.
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PoliticsDenmark aims to send migrants outside EU by 2027
Denmark expects to be ready by the end of 2027 to send migrants without legal residency to a return hub outside the European Union. Five EU countries are meeting in Copenhagen to discuss the establishment and practical functioning of these deportation centres.
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Politics · United StatesMahmoud Khalil sues Columbia University over alleged harassment and retaliation
Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil has filed a lawsuit against Columbia University, alleging the institution failed to protect him and other pro-Palestinian students from harassment and retaliated against them. The suit claims the university's actions led to doxing and Khalil's detention by immigration agents.
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Politics · United StatesMississippi Police Investigate Death of Tasia Fortune
Mississippi police are continuing their investigation into the death of Tasia Fortune, a Black woman found hanging from a tree last month. One man has been arrested in connection with the killing, and authorities expect more arrests.
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Politics · United KingdomTrump says he could settle Falklands war
Donald Trump has stated he could resolve any conflict over the Falkland Islands, calling a war between the UK and Argentina a "potential disaster." He suggested the UK might be unwilling to travel the distance to defend the islands, citing domestic issues.
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Politics · United StatesMcConnell's absence from Senate prompts calls for return or resignation
Senator Mitch McConnell has been absent from public view for over 80 days since his June hospitalization. Fox News commentator Joe Concha has publicly demanded that McConnell return to Senate duties by September or resign, stating "Enough of this already."
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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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Trump administration plans Head Start overhaul to remove federal standards
The Trump administration is preparing an overhaul of Head Start that would remove federal quality standards for the preschool programme serving low-income children. Reports attribute the plan to anonymous sources and say it would allow states to set their own rules.
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Politics · United StatesTrump PAC Reports $21 Million in Midterm Spending
A super PAC linked to Donald Trump, No Going Back PAC, has reported spending approximately $21 million on independent expenditures in competitive Senate and House races. The largest Senate expenditures targeted Democratic candidates.
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Hegseth Accused of Pressuring Rescued Airmen for '60 Minutes' Interview
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reportedly pressured two airmen, rescued after an F-15 was shot down over Iran, to appear on '60 Minutes'. Military officials allegedly raised concerns about classified information, which Hegseth's office is said to have ignored. The Pentagon has denied the claims.
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Politics · United StatesPoll: Trump Most Admired Republican President by GOP Voters
A CNN poll indicates that 53% of Republicans consider Donald Trump the most admired Republican president. The results place him significantly ahead of Ronald Reagan and Abraham Lincoln, with Trump also linked to a recent primary victory.
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Politics · United StatesFormer Connecticut Official Kosta Diamantis Flees to Greece Before Sentencing
Konstantinos “Kosta” Diamantis, a former Connecticut budget official convicted of corruption, has fled the U.S. for Greece before his sentencing. He travelled by boat and plane, and his dual citizenship may prevent extradition.
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Politics · RussiaPutin to address nation on eve of parliamentary elections
Russian President Vladimir Putin will deliver a televised address to the nation on September 16 at 6 p.m. Moscow time. The speech is in anticipation of the upcoming parliamentary elections, scheduled to take place from September 18 to 20. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov announced the president's speech.
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Politics · United StatesTrump Administration Blocks $25 Million in National Park Projects
The Trump administration has blocked more than 130 projects in national parks, withholding at least $25 million in previously secured funding. The Interior Department cited work against administration priorities for disapproving agreements for projects ranging from fire preparedness to sled dog care.
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PoliticsRAI removes investigative journalist Sigfrido Ranucci from 'Report'
Italian state broadcaster RAI has removed Sigfrido Ranucci as presenter of its flagship investigative programme 'Report'. The move has ignited a political debate, with opposition parties calling it an attack on press freedom and government allies approving the decision.
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Politics · United StatesWyoming Governor Questions DOJ Election Observers' Conduct
Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon has asked the state attorney general to investigate the conduct of U.S. Justice Department election observers during the state's primary election. Gordon described the observers' behaviour as "aggressive" and "irregular."
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Politics · United StatesNebraska District's Political Split Puts House Seat in Focus
Nebraska's 2nd Congressional District presents a political paradox, having supported Kamala Harris for president while electing a Republican to the House of Representatives. This unusual split makes it a focal point for the upcoming midterm elections.
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Politics · Middle EastHamas asks US-backed Board of Peace to press Israel on Gaza ceasefire roadmap
Hamas issued a statement after talks in Cairo urging the US-led Board of Peace to compel Israel to accept a 15-point roadmap for the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire. Israel has rejected the plan, insisting it will not withdraw forces until Hamas is disarmed.
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Senator Cassidy links Trump vaccine policy to measles deaths
Senator Bill Cassidy has blamed the Trump administration's vaccine policies for recent measles deaths in Pennsylvania. He also called for confirmation that vaccines do not cause autism, a point raised during a confirmation hearing for Dr. Nicole Saphier.
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