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Politics · United KingdomZia Yusuf accused of racism over candidate comments
Reform UK politician Zia Yusuf has been accused of racism by a Labour minister for comments made on social media about a potential parliamentary candidate. The row centres on Yusuf's questioning of the loyalties of foreign-born politicians.
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Politics · United StatesJosh Hawley expands surveillance camera probe to three firms
Senator Josh Hawley has broadened his inquiry into public surveillance camera networks, adding Motorola Solutions, Verkada, and Axon to an existing investigation into Flock. He is seeking assurances on how these companies will safeguard sensitive personal data, including vehicle license plates, collected by their systems.
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PoliticsFEMA disaster aid uncertainty persists despite agency survival
State leaders are relieved that threats to eliminate the Federal Emergency Management Agency have subsided. However, confusion persists regarding President Trump's decisions on disaster declarations, creating uncertainty for states awaiting federal recovery funds.
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Politics · ChinaLawmakers Ask DHS for Briefing on Forced Labor Law Enforcement
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has requested a briefing from the Department of Homeland Security regarding the enforcement of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. The letter highlights concerns about goods potentially made with forced labor, including materials used in popular toys.
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PoliticsCanada defends transgender inmate transfer policy after assault charges
The Canadian government has defended its policy allowing transgender inmates to transfer to women's prisons, acknowledging two such inmates faced sexual assault charges. The defence was filed in response to a legal challenge arguing the policy endangers cisgender women.
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Politics · United KingdomAnas Sarwar leaves Holyrood to join House of Lords as UK trade minister
Anas Sarwar, who led Scottish Labour until July 2024, resigned from Holyrood to take a seat in the House of Lords and a post as UK trade minister. He was sworn in on 12 September, wearing traditional robes and taking the title Baron Sarwar of Maxwell Park. His appointment drew criticism from Scotland’s first minister.
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Newsom signs privacy law; faces lawsuit threat over fraud probe rules
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a new law creating privacy protections for immigration support services providers. Republican Assemblyman Carl DeMaio plans to sue, claiming the law criminalizes citizen journalism and shields fraud. Newsom's office denies this, calling the claims conspiracy theories.
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Politics · United StatesNew Brunswick Premier Says Power to Maine Will Not Be Cut
New Brunswick Premier Susan Holt has stated her province will not cut off electricity supplies to Maine at this time, despite ongoing trade disputes between Canada and the U.S. Holt described such a measure as extremely serious, while Ontario Premier Doug Ford had previously warned of potential power export cuts.
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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 StatesTrump threatens 50% tariffs on Canadian vehicles, steel
Donald Trump threatened to impose 50 per cent tariffs on all vehicles, auto parts, and steel from Canada starting January 1. He accused Canada of "ripping off" the United States and imposing high tariffs on American farm products.
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Politics · United StatesAlexandria Ocasio-Cortez completes egg freezing process
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has finished her egg-freezing procedure. She announced the completion of the process on social media, stating she would share further updates on her recovery and the journey.
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PoliticsJill Biden says she doesn't know what happened in debate
Jill Biden said she cannot explain her husband's performance in the 2024 debate. She stated doctors ruled out a stroke but responded 'Who knows?' when asked if his drink could have been laced.
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Politics · United StatesUS spent $464m on deportation planes that remain mostly unused
The US Department of Homeland Security awarded a $464 million no-bid contract to purchase 10 used aircraft for deportation flights. Three are luxury jets, seven are Boeing 737s parked in Louisiana. An internal document said the agency lacked staff to operate them. The contract was awarded to a firm whose chair donated to a committee supporting former DHS secretary Kristi Noem.
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Politics · United StatesHacker exfiltrated 633,000 Arizona voter records in 2020 with no prosecution
A hacker extracted 633,000 voter registration records from Maricopa County, Arizona, in 2020, including sensitive data on 930 individuals. The FBI confirmed the breach and urged prosecution, but four prosecutors refused to press charges, closing the case by 2023.
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PoliticsBritish Columbia appoints 12 to Order of B.C., including FIFA executive and forensic entomologist
British Columbia named 12 new members to its highest civilian honour, the Order of B.C., on 3 August 2026. Among them are a FIFA executive, Canada’s first chief accessibility officer, and a leading forensic entomologist. No left- or right-rated outlets reported the appointments.
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Politics · United StatesNew York Mayor Proposes Surtax on Owners of Multiple Homes
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani proposed a surtax on owners of multiple homes, publishing a list of nearly one million property owners and warning 17,000 they could face annual levies of $40,000 to $350,000 if they cannot prove full-time occupancy. The policy aims to redistribute housing, American Greatness reported.
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Politics · United StatesColorado Governor Jared Polis Signs Order to Protect Pollinators
Colorado Governor Jared Polis has signed an executive order aimed at protecting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. The directive mandates state agencies to decrease pesticide application and implement pollinator-friendly practices, while also encouraging habitat conservation efforts across the state.
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Politics · United StatesNewsom blames Trump for housing costs; chart shows rise under Biden
California Governor Gavin Newsom shared a chart on X blaming former President Donald Trump for high housing costs. However, critics pointed out that the most significant increase on the chart occurred during the Biden administration.
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Politics · United StatesCarney says Canada ready to negotiate trade deal with US
Prime Minister Mark Carney has stated Canada is ready to resume trade negotiations with the United States, welcoming comments from President Donald Trump. Carney stressed that any deal must respect Canadian sovereignty, cultural institutions, and the ability to sign other trade agreements.
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PoliticsTrump blames Biden for price rises, data shows mixed picture
Donald Trump stated on Truth Social that Joe Biden's administration caused price increases across America, not his own. Official data indicates a 3.4 percent rise in consumer prices year-on-year in August, with food up 2.2 percent and gasoline prices surging.
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