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Politics · European UnionFour EU Nations Urge Use of Frozen Russian Assets for Ukraine
Four European Union countries are pushing for the resumption of plans to use frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine. The move comes amid concerns about Ukraine's financial needs and follows a previous blockage by Belgium.
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Politics · United StatesTrump to host Xi Jinping for state dinner with tech leaders
Donald Trump will host Chinese President Xi Jinping for a state dinner on September 24. Several prominent tech executives, including Sam Altman, Jensen Huang, and Tim Cook, are expected to attend the event, which comes amid ongoing discussions about artificial intelligence and chip technology.
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Politics · United StatesMissouri redistricting opponents appeal to US Supreme Court
Opponents of Missouri's new congressional map have appealed to the U.S. Supreme Court. This follows a federal appeals panel's decision to let a new map stand, sending the dispute back to the nation's highest court.
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Politics · United StatesStudy: Trump administration's emissions rollback analysis flawed
A new study published in the journal Science found the Trump administration's analysis justifying the rollback of vehicle emission rules contained significant errors. Researchers estimate correcting these flaws would turn projected savings into a cost of $670 billion.
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Politics · United StatesFirst US deportation flight to Haiti since TPS cancellation carries 161
A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement flight landed in Cap-Haïtien on 21 August 2026 with 161 passengers, the first deportation to Haiti since the Trump administration ended temporary protected status for more than 350,000 Haitians. All were released on arrival.
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Politics · Asia-PacificSouth Korea proposes peace talks as North Korea ignores offer and fires warning shots
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung proposed formal peace talks to end the Korean War, replacing the 1953 armistice. North Korea ignored the offer and state media focused on internal celebrations. South Korean forces fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers crossed the border, the first such incident this year.
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Politics · United StatesTrump announces $180m in mining school grants as part of $2bn sector funding
President Donald Trump announced $180 million in federal grants for mining schools, including $100 million from the Department of Energy for 14 accredited U.S. institutions. The funding is part of a broader $2 billion investment in the mining sector, framed as a move to rebuild domestic coal production and address workforce shortages.
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Politics · United KingdomEarl Spencer claims King Charles sounded 'euphoric' after Diana's death
Earl Charles Spencer claims King Charles sounded 'euphoric' and 'like a lottery winner' in a phone call shortly after Princess Diana's death in 1997. Buckingham Palace has responded, stating that grief can affect memory.
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Politics · United StatesTrump Orders Canadian Goods Removed From US Procurement
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a presidential memorandum to identify and remove Canadian-origin goods from U.S. federal civil government procurement. The move escalates an ongoing trade dispute between the two countries.
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Politics · United StatesOhio Senator Jon Husted fires staffer over Nazi imagery
Ohio Senator Jon Husted has fired his political director, Stephen B. Woytek, after discovering social media posts that included Nazi imagery and content celebrating Rhodesia. Woytek, a lieutenant in the Ohio Army National Guard, has been with Husted's campaign since August.
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Politics · United StatesTexas Republican Bo French faces backlash for social media post
Bo French, the Republican nominee for Texas Railroad Commissioner, posted a photo of University of Texas students and described them as 'foreigners' displacing Americans. The post drew condemnation from prominent Texas Republicans, including U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, who called it racist and intolerant.
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Politics · United StatesChina criticises US sanctions bill targeting Russia trade
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated that new US sanctions against Russia lack legal basis and violate international law. The bill allows President Trump to impose tariffs up to 100% on countries buying Russian energy or helping Russia evade sanctions.
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PoliticsTrump administration paid $9.5 billion for federal workers not to work
A Government Accountability Office report found the Trump administration spent $9.5 billion on paid administrative leave for federal workers in 2025. The initiative, known as DOGE, led to a 435% increase in such leave, with an estimated $6.7 billion spent on a deferred resignation program.
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Politics · United StatesHouse Adjourns Early, Staving Off Hegseth Impeachment Vote
House Speaker Mike Johnson has sent representatives home early for their pre-election recess. This move postpones a vote on impeaching Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, which had been initiated by Rep. Thomas Massie over Hegseth's actions in Iran and Venezuela.
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US Treasury Secretary Bessent met Russian counterpart Siluanov at G20
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov at a G20 summit in North Carolina. They discussed Donald Trump's plan to end the war in Ukraine. Siluanov's attendance prompted objections from European governments, and he did not appear in a group photo.
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Politics · United KingdomUK PM Burnham Considers Ban on Trade With Israeli Settlements
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is reportedly considering a ban on trade with Israeli settlements in the West Bank. The move has drawn opposition from Labour Friends of Israel and warnings from UK Lawyers for Israel about potential breaches of international agreements.
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Politics · UkraineUkraine anti-corruption raids target Zelensky aide and MPs in 'Forest Gump' operation
Ukraine's anti-corruption agencies raided the homes of Iryna Mudra, deputy head of the Presidential Office, and former MP Vadim Stolar on 19 August 2026. The operation, named 'Forest Gump', targets a suspected criminal organisation involving current and former lawmakers and officials. No centre- or right-rated outlets covered the story.
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Politics · United StatesJudge overturns Trump-era Education Department anti-DEI grant policy
On 17 September 2026 a federal judge struck down a Trump‑era rule that required the US Education Department to terminate millions of dollars in diversity, equity and inclusion grants. The decision was first reported by Reuters and was covered by several centre and right outlets.
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Politics · UkraineKim Jong Un Pledges Deeper Cooperation with Russia
Kim Jong Un has pledged to expand and deepen cooperation with Russia in a message to Vladimir Putin. The North Korean leader expressed confidence in Russia's victory in Ukraine and promised unwavering support.
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Putin tells Pashinyan EU bid means leaving Eurasian Union
Vladimir Putin met Nikol Pashinyan on the sidelines of the SCO summit in Bishkek. Putin stated that Armenia's law initiating EU accession would mean leaving the Eurasian Economic Union, a move he urged Armenia to decide on sooner.
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