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TechMeta puts its AI assistant on a keychain

Mark Zuckerberg called Meta’s personal AI agent Muse the “centerpiece” of his AI vision while unveiling Muse Charm at the company’s annual Connect event. The pendant-like device attaches to a keychain, activates with a fingerprint sensor, displays the Muse avatar and supports real-time voice interaction. It is due out in December.

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Meta puts its AI assistant on a keychain

Meta’s Muse AI Charms will be able to interact with one another
Meta’s handheld Muse Charm will reportedly recognize and communicate with nearby Charms when it launches later this year. The device includes the Muse AI agent, a built-in 5G modem, a two-inch OLED touchscreen, cameras, speakers, microphones, and a fingerprint sensor. Mark Zuckerberg said it is planned for a December holiday launch, with pricing still undecided.
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WorldRussia detained an Estonian man, accusing him of trying to join Ukraine’s armed forces

Russia’s Federal Security Service detained Estonian citizen Artur Kirmjõe in Vladimir in spring 2026 and accused him of seeking to join Ukraine’s armed forces, according to iStories and Delfi. Journalists identified the 30-year-old paramedic as a former member of Estonia’s Scout Battalion. He had traveled to Russia to be with his wife after Estonia denied her asylum. Kirmjõe was charged with mercenary activity and preparing to commit a crime; the mercenary charge carries seven to 15 years in prison.

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Russia detained an Estonian man, accusing him of trying to join Ukraine’s armed forces

PoliticsMedvedev says United Russia may win 349 seats in State Duma election

United Russia Chairman Dmitry Medvedev said the party received about 58% of the vote and prevailed in more than 200 single-member constituencies. He projected that it would take 349 seats and secure a constitutional majority in the State Duma, subject to the final decision.

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Medvedev says United Russia may win 349 seats in State Duma election

Russia’s ruling party wins most overseas votes in Duma election
United Russia won more than 58% of valid overseas votes in last weekend’s State Duma election, according to preliminary data reviewed by TASS. About 270,000 people voted at 333 polling stations across 152 countries. The Central Election Commission plans to announce final results on September 25.
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WorldIndonesia reflags former Italian warship as its first aircraft carrier

Indonesia’s navy has commissioned its first aircraft carrier after acquiring a former Italian vessel, saying the ship will strengthen maritime defenses and support disaster response.

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Indonesia reflags former Italian warship as its first aircraft carrier

EconomyFinancing of historic AI buildout raises systemic risks in US, researcher says

A new study says the US artificial intelligence buildout is on course to consume a larger share of national output than the expansion of electricity, railroads, interstate highways or the internet. Its increasingly complex financing structure could also create systemic risks, the study says.

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Financing of historic AI buildout raises systemic risks in US, researcher says

EconomyMorgan Stanley Rushes to Contain Fallout After Deal List Leak

Morgan Stanley moved quickly to limit the damage from a leaked deal list as clients demanded explanations and at least two regulators started assessing the possible consequences.

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Morgan Stanley Rushes to Contain Fallout After Deal List Leak

PoliticsPolitical psychology: Why extremist parties are thriving and what democratic politicians can do

Recent state elections show Germany’s political extremes gaining strength. The far-right AfD won major victories in Saxony-Anhalt and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, while the CDU suffered sharp losses; Berlin’s election was won by the socialist Left Party. Political psychologists point to growing affective and ideological polarization behind the shift.

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Political psychology: Why extremist parties are thriving and what democratic politicians can do

TechTwo days left to save up to $200 on a TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass — reason 4 of 5 to attend

Practical answers are presented as the fourth of five reasons to attend TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. The offer to save up to $200 on a pass ends at 11:59 p.m. PT on September 25, while a second guest can attend at half price.

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Two days left to save up to $200 on a TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass — reason 4 of 5 to attend

EconomyBond yields surge to fresh two-decade highs as oil prices hit $105 per barrel

Key U.S. Treasury yields surged to fresh two-decade highs on Thursday as oil prices returned to $105 per barrel.

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Bond yields surge to fresh two-decade highs as oil prices hit $105 per barrel

CultureLe Paris Noir founder Kévi Donat: ‘Paris is far more diverse than people may expect’

Kévi Donat, who founded Le Paris Noir, told FRANCE 24 about his effort to restore the stories of Black men and women to a central place in Paris. His agency offers tours tracing the historical paths of major Black figures and recounting their stories.

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Le Paris Noir founder Kévi Donat: ‘Paris is far more diverse than people may expect’

WorldHow the Tigray war could spill across the Horn of Africa

Fighting has resumed in Ethiopia’s Tigray region, with a major Tigrayan offensive reported on September 23 and clashes also reported in Afar and Amhara. Expert Martin Plaut warns the conflict could draw in Eritrea and Sudan, potentially pulling the wider Horn of Africa into war. The African Union urged restraint and renewed talks under the Pretoria agreement.

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How the Tigray war could spill across the Horn of Africa

WorldReporters from 11 countries visit Starobelsk college after deadly Ukrainian attack

Thirteen foreign journalists from 11 countries visited Starobelsk Pedagogical College in the Lugansk People’s Republic, where TASS says a Ukrainian drone attack on May 22 killed 21 people. They spoke with students and staff, viewed the collapsed buildings, and laid flowers at a makeshift memorial.

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Reporters from 11 countries visit Starobelsk college after deadly Ukrainian attack

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🇨🇱 💮 Chile's Atacama Desert blossoms with life after El Nino rains

A resplendent display of flowers has bloomed across Chile's Atacama Desert, one of the driest places on earth, after the El Nino climate phenomenon brought heavy rain to the region

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TechWaymo’s driverless cars continue to crash less often than people

Waymo says its vehicles were involved in 82 percent fewer injury-causing crashes than human-driven vehicles across 271 million driverless miles in five cities. Experts caution that the company’s self-reported figures may miss non-crash traffic disruptions and are difficult to compare consistently across the industry.

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Waymo’s driverless cars continue to crash less often than people

EconomyCountries scramble to contain diesel shock amid possible US ban and surging prices

Countries are rushing to respond to a diesel shock as prices surge and a possible US ban looms. A sign in the Philippines indicates diesel is out of stock.

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Countries scramble to contain diesel shock amid possible US ban and surging prices

TechQualcomm secures extension to global patent licensing pact with Apple

Qualcomm said on Thursday that Apple has extended its patent-licensing agreement with the chip designer, even as the iPhone maker seeks to reduce its reliance on Qualcomm’s modem chips.

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Qualcomm secures extension to global patent licensing pact with Apple

TechChina unveils smart metro train at Berlin rail expo

China’s new-generation smart metro train made its global debut at the 15th InnoTrans rail technology exhibition in Berlin. With more than 600 sensors, cameras, radars and an onboard computing platform, it uses AI to monitor conditions, detect abnormalities and warn of possible faults. Lightweight materials and integrated systems are designed to reduce energy use.

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China unveils smart metro train at Berlin rail expo

WorldEU sanctions Russian pundit Xenia Fedorova after expulsion from France

The European Union imposed sanctions on Russian commentator Xenia Fedorova on Thursday, after France expelled her in August over claims that she was spreading “pro-Russian narratives” in the country.

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EU sanctions Russian pundit Xenia Fedorova after expulsion from France

WorldUS to provide critical but more limited capabilities to NATO, top commander says

NATO’s top commander said the United States would continue providing the alliance with “critical but more limited capabilities” as European countries assume a larger role in defending the continent.

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US to provide critical but more limited capabilities to NATO, top commander says

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WorldFears of return to war as Tigray rebels launch offensive against Ethiopian army

Fighting has escalated after the Tigray People’s Liberation Front joined a new alliance seeking to oust Abiy Ahmed’s government. Tigrayan forces attacked Afar and Amhara, seized three airports and fought for towns near key routes, while Ethiopia’s army said it had repelled the attacks and killed, wounded or captured more than 500 opposing fighters.

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Fears of return to war as Tigray rebels launch offensive against Ethiopian army

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Tigrayan leaders say new war with Ethiopian government has begun
The TPLF says fighting with Ethiopian federal forces has begun, four years after the previous Tigray conflict ended with more than 600,000 deaths. The group took control of the airport in the northern region’s capital, while ground clashes occurred along the eastern border with Afar. The escalation follows months of tensions between Mekelle and Addis Ababa and Sunday’s announcement of an alliance seeking to oust the prime minister.
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Ethiopian army says it repelled Tigrayan attacks
Ethiopia’s army says it has repelled attacks by Tigrayan forces and allies in parts of the north, inflicting casualties and seizing weapons. The statement is its first since fighting began on Wednesday, amid fears that a devastating civil war could resume. The claims have not been independently verified, and the TPLF has not commented.
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Fighting widens across Ethiopia as Tigray clashes escalate
Armed groups and federal troops are fighting across northern Ethiopia, with clashes spreading from Tigray into Afar and Amhara. The Tigray Army says the government launched a full-scale offensive involving infantry, mechanised units and drones, while a government adviser blames the TPLF for starting the attack. Airports have been seized and flights across Tigray suspended, raising fears of a wider conflict.
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Ethiopia’s Tigray rebels say they are in ‘full-blown’ war with government
Tigray rebels told AFP on Thursday that they were in a “full-blown war” with Ethiopia’s federal government, amid reports of heavy artillery fire in neighbouring states. Tensions have built for months between Addis Ababa and authorities in the northern region, which fought a devastating civil war from 2020 to 2022 that African Union estimates say killed more than 600,000 people.
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Residents in Ethiopia’s Tigray stock up amid fears of return to full-scale war
Residents in Ethiopia’s northern Tigray region bought up food, cash and basic necessities on Thursday as they feared renewed fighting could spark another major war.
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PoliticsTrump Says No Moves Toward US-China AI Guardrails at Xi Summit

US President Donald Trump said he does not expect his summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping to produce any moves toward putting guardrails around artificial intelligence.

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Trump Says No Moves Toward US-China AI Guardrails at Xi Summit

Trump says he'll discuss AI with Xi but wants to 'leave it exactly where it is'
U.S. President Donald Trump said artificial intelligence will be a major topic when he meets Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday, while adding that both leaders want to keep things as they are.
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Why is Trump rolling out the red carpet for China’s Xi?
US President Donald Trump will welcome Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the White House on Thursday for a day of elaborate ceremony. Trump greeted Xi personally on the tarmac after his arrival Wednesday, marking the first such welcome by a US president at Joint Base Andrews near Washington in more than six decades. The gesture has angered members of both parties.
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Does the future belong to China?
US President Donald Trump is giving Chinese President Xi Jinping a lavish welcome ahead of their Thursday summit in Washington. But could Xi be overconfident in believing that the future belongs to Beijing? FRANCE 24’s Yinka Oyetade discusses the question with Rex Li of King’s College London.
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FFrance 24★★★☆☆2026-09-24 12:32Original
Trump and Xi Buy Time on Trade as Neither Can Afford a Fight
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping agreed to extend a trade truce until early 2027. Tensions over rare earths, technology restrictions and Taiwan remain, but neither leader is ready to disrupt relations between the world’s two largest economies.
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Trump-Xi Summit Narrows Geopolitical Discount on China Credit: BI
The Trump-Xi summit is reducing the geopolitical discount attached to China’s dollar credit and reviving appetite for overseas risk, Bloomberg Intelligence says.
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Trump-Xi summit live: Trade, AI, Iran and Taiwan top US-China talks
Xi Jinping’s first visit to the White House in more than a decade takes place as the United States and China remain at odds over trade, artificial intelligence and Taiwan, with the war in Iran also shaping the talks.
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US says China trade truce extended as Trump welcomes Xi
US President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to Washington on Wednesday for a three-day visit. Xi’s first US trip in nearly three years will test ties strained by tensions over trade, technology, Taiwan and Tehran. Major breakthroughs were not expected, though Washington and Beijing could extend their 11-month trade truce.
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Trump Hosts Chinese President Xi Jinping for State Visit
President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping with a literal red carpet at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday. NBC said the honor has not been extended to another world leader, apart from a pope, in six decades. The administration is also promoting a two-month extension of the U.S.-China trade truce that was due to expire in November.
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NNBC News★★★★☆2026-09-24 11:17Original
Wall Street futures fall amid Middle East uncertainty ahead of Trump-Xi talks
Wall Street futures fell on Thursday as the Middle East conflict showed little sign of resolution. Investors were also cautious ahead of the closely watched summit between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.
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Donald Trump startled by the sound of a fighter jet
Donald Trump was caught off guard by the sound of a fighter jet during the military ceremony as he welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping for a state visit on the tarmac of an airport near Washington. The noise prompted a series of startled expressions from the US president.
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FFrance 24★★☆☆☆2026-09-24 11:03Original
US and China Extend Trade Truce as Trump and Xi Meet
The United States and China extend their trade truce as Donald Trump meets Chinese President Xi Jinping.
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Trump and Xi expected to discuss Taiwan, AI, trade and Iran as D.C. summit begins
Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews, marking Trump’s first trip there to receive a foreign leader. The two are expected to discuss Taiwan, artificial intelligence, trade and Iran.
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US, Japanese officials discussed China’s yttrium curbs ahead of Trump-Xi meeting, document shows
U.S. and Japanese government and company officials met two weeks before Donald Trump’s summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss supply bottlenecks affecting access to yttrium from China, according to a document seen by Reuters. The rare earth metal is vital to aerospace and chipmaking.
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Why did Trump personally greet Xi Jinping at the airport with exceptional ceremony?
Xi Jinping arrived in Washington for a state visit, where Donald Trump personally met him at the airport amid a guard of honor, a 21-gun salute and a flypast. Scholars say the gesture was both an effort to do business with China and a way for Trump to show Americans his ability to manage major-power relations. The extension of the trade-war truce adds to the visit’s significance.
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US farmers push for China import commitments as Trump and Xi discuss trade
Soybeans, sorghum and other US farm products are expected to feature prominently at this week’s summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Rare-earths trade and artificial intelligence are also points of contention.
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RReuters★★★★☆2026-09-24 10:10Original
Why the Xi-Trump Summit Hinges on China’s Rare-Earth Advantage
Beijing plans to use its edge in critical materials as leverage in talks with Washington.
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BBloomberg News★★★★☆2026-09-24 10:00Original
Trump welcomes China’s Xi to Washington
US President Donald Trump is hosting Chinese President Xi Jinping at the White House on Thursday for a lavish state summit expected to emphasize symbolism more than substance. Both leaders want to project stable ties despite deep rivalry. Trump greeted Xi at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday evening, the first such welcome there by a US president in 11 years.
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China confirms first AI talks with U.S., hints at extending trade truce
China confirmed that its first artificial-intelligence discussions with the United States have taken place, just hours before President Xi Jinping was scheduled to begin talks with U.S. President Donald Trump. The announcement hinted that the trade truce could be extended.
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China’s rare-earth dominance to overshadow Trump-Xi talks
The United States is expected to remain dependent on China for rare earths well into the 2030s, despite rapidly expanding its own mining and processing capacity. That stark imbalance will confront Donald Trump as he meets Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday.
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RReuters★★★★☆2026-09-24 07:10Original
Trump welcomes Xi Jinping with red carpet, military honours and flyover
Xi Jinping arrived in Maryland for a US state visit, where Donald Trump greeted him at a ceremony featuring flags, military honours and a flyover.
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Xi arrives in U.S. for state visit, greeted by Trump at airport
Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, arrived in the United States for a state visit and stepped out of the aircraft at Joint Base Andrews, where Trump greeted them at the airport.
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Trump-Xi summit: What is on the agenda and why it matters
US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are expected to discuss trade, artificial intelligence and the Iran war at their third in-person meeting in a year. Taiwan, tariffs, prisoners and an extended trade truce are also likely to feature, with the two sides expected to issue separate statements afterward.
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Trump and Xi summit may be just a ‘horse and pony show’, experts say
Experts say Donald Trump and Xi Jinping’s summit is more likely to focus on rebuilding trust and preserving a trade truce than producing major agreements. Trade, AI safety and security will be discussed, but tariffs, critical-mineral supplies, chip restrictions and wider distrust could limit concrete results.
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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-09-24 05:55Original
Trump welcomes Xi to Washington seeking a trade win
U.S. President Donald Trump is welcoming Chinese President Xi Jinping to the White House on Thursday for a lavish state summit expected to emphasize symbolism over substance. Both leaders want to project stable ties despite their deep underlying rivalry.
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Xi’s first day in the US: Who is accompanying him and what role is the first lady playing?
Xi Jinping arrived in Washington for his first state visit to the United States in 11 years, receiving a personal welcome from Donald Trump. Peng Liyuan, Cai Qi and Wang Yi accompanied him, while Melania Trump helped plan the visit. The summit is expected to cover AI competition, Taiwan, tariffs and Iran, but the lavish welcome has drawn Republican criticism and exposed divisions over China policy.
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A diplomatic split screen as Trump and Xi meet
As world leaders convene at the United Nations for their annual diplomatic ritual, the two most powerful figures in global politics, Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, are set to meet separately at the White House on Thursday.
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Taiwan thanks US for support ahead of Trump-Xi summit
Taiwan’s government thanked the United States on Thursday for its support and said it was maintaining communications ahead of a Washington summit between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
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US-China Trade Truce Extended as Trump Gives Xi Rare Welcome
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the United States and China had agreed to extend their trade truce by two months. Xi Jinping arrived in the US for his first state visit in 11 years and received a rare welcome from Donald Trump.
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Trump offers warm welcome as China’s Xi arrives for US visit
Donald Trump welcomed Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews with a red carpet, military flyover and marching band as the Chinese leader began a three-day Washington summit. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the US and China had agreed to extend their trade truce until January, while talks are expected to cover trade, AI, the Iran war and Taiwan.
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WorldIsrael offers cash to firms hit by trade ban; Europe dithers on new rules

Israel plans to give companies in illegal settlements up to 200,000 shekels to help redirect exports to markets in Asia and South America. Although several European countries have pledged restrictions on settlement goods, only a few have enacted them, leaving the bans’ economic impact uncertain.

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Israel offers cash to firms hit by trade ban; Europe dithers on new rules

CultureThe Sound of Music: Austrian museum honours the Von Trapp family and Hollywood musical

More than 60 years after The Sound of Music was released, Salzburg has opened a dedicated museum celebrating the remarkable story of the Von Trapp family through a blend of history and Hollywood.

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The Sound of Music: Austrian museum honours the Von Trapp family and Hollywood musical

WorldRussia calls for revision of UN Security Council sanctions against North Korea

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko said Moscow supports revising the UN Security Council’s sanctions regime against North Korea, which he called entirely ineffective after 20 years. He accused Western countries of using it exclusively to economically strangle the DPRK and said Russia would continue opposing the policy with like-minded council members.

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Russia calls for revision of UN Security Council sanctions against North Korea

WorldDenmark warns Russia could escalate hybrid attacks against NATO in coming months

Denmark’s Defence Intelligence Service warned that Russia is likely to intensify hybrid attacks against NATO and Western countries in the coming months, including destructive cyber operations and sabotage that could cause casualties. It assessed a low but growing risk of a limited attack on a NATO country bordering Russia, while saying a full-scale invasion remains highly unlikely.

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Denmark warns Russia could escalate hybrid attacks against NATO in coming months

TechResearchers find Russia-backed Max can secretly alter surveillance of individual users

Digital security lab InterSecLab says VK’s Kremlin-backed Max messenger can enable surveillance features for individual accounts without an app update or interface change. The app lacks end-to-end encryption, can access correspondence, uploads address books unencrypted, collects network data, and may provide new users with curated channels from state media and pro-war commentators.

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Researchers find Russia-backed Max can secretly alter surveillance of individual users

WorldRare September nor’easter set to slam East Coast with heavy rain and damaging winds

Millions of people across the Northeast are preparing for an intense, multi-day nor’easter expected this weekend, with forecasts calling for heavy rain and powerful wind gusts along the East Coast.

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Rare September nor’easter set to slam East Coast with heavy rain and damaging winds

More Storms Flood New Mexico; East Coast Braces for Nor’easter
A rare September nor’easter is intensifying and expected to bring major flooding, powerful winds and torrential rain along the East Coast. In the Southwest, areas remain waterlogged after days of heavy rain, with muddy floodwaters running through New Mexico streets.
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WorldUN rights chief says civilians bear brunt of fighting in Yemen

The UN human rights chief said on Thursday that civilians are suffering the most as violence intensifies in Yemen. The fighting is between Saudi-backed Yemeni government forces and the Iran-backed Houthis.

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UN rights chief says civilians bear brunt of fighting in Yemen

EconomyPremier Li Qiang says China will ease market access and boost digital trade

Premier Li Qiang said China will further ease market access and improve policies for cross-border e-commerce retail imports, offering to share opportunities in its market. Speaking at the Global Digital Trade Expo in Hangzhou, he urged international cooperation on digital connectivity, standards and support for developing countries.

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Premier Li Qiang says China will ease market access and boost digital trade

China to ease market access and boost digital trade, Premier Li says
Premier Li Qiang said China will further open market access and improve policies for cross-border e-commerce retail imports, offering to share opportunities with other countries. Speaking at the Global Digital Trade Expo in Hangzhou, he urged stronger international cooperation on digital connectivity, standards and support for developing countries.
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CChina News Service★★★☆☆2026-09-24 12:58Original

EconomyTürkiye emerges as an alternative route for Iraqi oil to global markets

Türkiye is increasingly serving as an important alternative channel for Iraqi oil exports to overseas markets.

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Türkiye emerges as an alternative route for Iraqi oil to global markets

PoliticsPresident Xi to attend welcome ceremony hosted by President Trump

A White House event on Thursday will welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping, with U.S. President Donald Trump hosting.

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President Xi to attend welcome ceremony hosted by President Trump

WorldDid China receive US F-35 parts after an Australian shipment was diverted?

The US and Australia are investigating how F-35 components shipped from Australia to the US were unexpectedly rerouted to Hong Kong. There is no evidence that China deliberately diverted the consignment or accessed the technology, while Australia’s defence minister said the parts were not sensitive.

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Did China receive US F-35 parts after an Australian shipment was diverted?

WorldNetanyahu at the UN General Assembly over the years

Benjamin Netanyahu says his UN General Assembly address will contain surprises. For years, the Israeli prime minister has used such speeches to portray Israel as under threat, antagonise regional rivals and defend policies directed at Palestinians.

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Netanyahu at the UN General Assembly over the years

SportsFrom Beijing to London: British athlete’s longest run home

British endurance athlete Jack Jarvis began a roughly 13,000-kilometer run from Beijing’s Tiananmen Square to London’s Trafalgar Square on July 20, 2026. He plans to cross 18 countries in about 10 months. More than 2,500 kilometers into the China leg, he has faced theft, visa issues, route problems and vehicle trouble, while receiving warm help from local people.

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From Beijing to London: British athlete’s longest run home

PoliticsBlanche says US to seek Supreme Court relief after block on third-country removals

Attorney General Todd Blanche said on Thursday that the Trump administration will appeal to the US Supreme Court after a lower court rejected a policy allowing authorities to rapidly deport migrants to countries other than their own.

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Blanche says US to seek Supreme Court relief after block on third-country removals

WorldRussian envoy comments on Zelensky’s fury over Duma polls and Western involvement in conflict

Russia’s envoy to the OSCE, Dmitry Polyansky, said Russia’s parliamentary elections were successfully held despite Ukraine’s alleged attempts to disrupt them, enraging Vladimir Zelensky. He accused Kyiv of using terror against civilians to interfere with voting and said Zelensky was trying to pull the EU and NATO into a military conflict with Russia.

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Russian envoy comments on Zelensky’s fury over Duma polls and Western involvement in conflict

EconomyBitMEX opens fund recovery to customers it previously barred

BitMEX has reopened login and withdrawal access for former customers in the United States, Canada, Hong Kong, Bermuda, Seychelles and Myanmar after shutting down exchange operations. The exemption is limited to recovering existing balances; sanctioned jurisdictions remain subject to compliance checks, and users are warned not to send new deposits.

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BitMEX opens fund recovery to customers it previously barred

OtherBentley unveils first fully electric car, the luxury Torcal SUV

Bentley’s new Torcal is the brand’s first fully electric vehicle, a luxury SUV finished with pure Merino wool trim. Starting at £173,000 ($230,000) in the UK, it is also the automaker’s least expensive model.

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Bentley unveils first fully electric car, the luxury Torcal SUV

TechCNN poll finds Americans view AI growth with more fear than hope

A new CNN poll conducted by SSRS finds that Americans see the growth and development of artificial intelligence with considerably more fear and concern than hope and excitement. Across party lines, respondents broadly agree that the federal government should do more to regulate the technology.

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CNN poll finds Americans view AI growth with more fear than hope

WorldEU to condemn war in Ukraine at G20 even if Putin attends

The European Union says it will continue condemning Russia’s war in Ukraine and calling for an end to the conflict at the G20 summit in Miami, regardless of whether Vladimir Putin accepts the US invitation to attend. Ukraine’s allies have urged Russia’s exclusion from the group. A wave of Russian strikes killed at least eight people in Ukraine.

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EU to condemn war in Ukraine at G20 even if Putin attends

TechEverything is spying on you and there’s no opting out

A new wave of AI-enhanced consumer surveillance devices constantly listens to and records people nearby, shifting privacy responsibilities onto wearers and bystanders. Apple’s announcement that new Apple Watches can continuously listen and generate summaries drew warnings about legal risks, while Meta’s smart glasses faced criticism over public surveillance.

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Everything is spying on you and there’s no opting out

WorldHamas ready to implement Gaza roadmap, accuses Israel of blocking ceasefire deal

Hamas says it is ready to carry out the Gaza roadmap agreed with the Board of Peace, while accusing Israel of obstructing a ceasefire agreement.

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Hamas ready to implement Gaza roadmap, accuses Israel of blocking ceasefire deal

TechRussia’s internet traffic to grow 2.5-fold by 2030, communications company says

Russian internet traffic is projected to rise 2.5-fold over the next four years, Russian Satellite Communications Company Director General Alexey Volin said at the Satcomrus-2026 conference in Nizhny Novgorod. The presentation also forecasts global video-streaming traffic will nearly triple, while traffic in Russia will double.

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Russia’s internet traffic to grow 2.5-fold by 2030, communications company says

PoliticsThe French Senate: Old, expensive and out of touch—or a necessary safeguard for democracy?

France is set to vote on September 27 to renew nearly half of the Senate’s 348 seats. Although the upper chamber is frequently overshadowed by the National Assembly, the election raises questions about whether the Senate protects regional interests or functions as a retirement club for mostly older men in politics.

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The French Senate: Old, expensive and out of touch—or a necessary safeguard for democracy?

CultureRepresentatives of 70 countries attend United Cultures Forum in St. Petersburg

Russian Culture Minister Olga Lyubimova says representatives of 70 countries are attending the 12th St. Petersburg International United Cultures Forum. The gathering brings together cultural figures, experts, filmmakers, officials and international organizations under the theme “United Cultures — Shared Values.”

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Representatives of 70 countries attend United Cultures Forum in St. Petersburg

United Cultures Forum program to include 117 events
The St. Petersburg International United Cultures Forum will take place on September 24-26. Culture Minister Olga Lyubimova said its St. Petersburg Seasons program includes more than 117 events, among them 71 theater and concert performances and 46 exhibitions, ranging from ballet and theater productions to art showcases.
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Putin sends greetings on opening of United Cultures Forum in St. Petersburg
Russian President Vladimir Putin called the St. Petersburg International United Cultures Forum an important event in Russia’s and the world’s cultural life. He said this year’s theme, “United Cultures, Common Values,” underscored culture’s role in mutual understanding, and expressed hope that the forum would advance international humanitarian cooperation and new joint projects.
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8th St. Petersburg International Forum of United Cultures opens
The eighth St. Petersburg International Forum of United Cultures opened in Russia’s St. Petersburg on September 24 and will run through September 26. Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova said participation had reached 2,500 people, excluding the youth program. The forum covers music, cinema, media culture, museums and cultural sovereignty, and introduces a youth program for the first time.
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SocietyN.L. man appeals conviction for murdering estranged wife, seeks to toss RCMP sting evidence

Dean Penney has filed a handwritten notice of appeal over his conviction for murdering his estranged wife. He argues evidence obtained through an RCMP covert operation known as a Mr. Big sting should have been ruled inadmissible before trial.

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N.L. man appeals conviction for murdering estranged wife, seeks to toss RCMP sting evidence

WorldIran-US conflict could expand to Indian Ocean, Khamenei adviser says

Rahim Safavi, an adviser to Iran’s Supreme Leader, said the Iran-US conflict could reach the Indian Ocean if US aggression resumes. He said the war had spread from the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz to the Red Sea, while Iran’s armed forces were preparing for possible scenarios, including the worst case.

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Iran-US conflict could expand to Indian Ocean, Khamenei adviser says

WorldUkrainian forces lose about 1,290 troops in special op zone in past day — Defense Ministry

Russia’s Defense Ministry says Ukrainian forces lost about 1,290 servicemen over the past day in operations by Russian battlegroups. It also reports that Russian forces took Buzovo, Khizhnyakovo and Svetlaya Dolina, intercepted 244 Ukrainian UAVs and struck defense-industry, telecommunications and logistics facilities in Kyiv and the Odessa region.

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Ukrainian forces lose about 1,290 troops in special op zone in past day — Defense Ministry

EconomyRussian authorities aim to keep inflation near 4% over next three years — PM

Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin said the central objective of Russia’s unified monetary policy for the next three years is to keep inflation close to 4%. He forecast GDP growth of 1.4% in 2027, accelerating gradually to 2.4% in 2029.

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Russian authorities aim to keep inflation near 4% over next three years — PM

PoliticsPoll: Most Spaniards say Morocco triggered Ceuta crisis

More than 82% of Spaniards surveyed by 20 Minutos believe Morocco triggered the migration crisis in Ceuta. Over 63% say Madrid has not taken a firm enough position on sovereignty over Ceuta and Melilla, while 82.7% support sanctions by Spain and the EU over Morocco’s hypothetical involvement. The poll involved more than 1,000 people from September 16 to 21.

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Poll: Most Spaniards say Morocco triggered Ceuta crisis

TechTaiwan: Home of semiconductor giants at the centre of AI race

As Chinese President Xi Jinping begins a highly anticipated state visit to Washington, artificial intelligence is a major focus. Taiwan, coveted by China, is also part of the discussion. The island leads global superconductor research and development, with powerful chips used in smartphones, computers and especially AI. France 2 gets a rare look inside one of Taiwan’s advanced laboratories.

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Taiwan: Home of semiconductor giants at the centre of AI race

WorldFamily of Iranian twins sentenced to death and decades in jail ask UN for help

The family of 21-year-old twins Taraneh and Romina Rahimi has appealed to the United Nations after the sisters were sentenced to death and 25 years in prison for joining protests against Iran’s regime. Their lawyers submitted information to the UN, while relatives allege torture, abuse and inadequate medical care in detention and fear Taraneh’s execution could be expedited.

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Family of Iranian twins sentenced to death and decades in jail ask UN for help

WorldCroatian court allows extradition of Nord Stream blast suspect to Germany

The Croatian judiciary has cleared the way for a Ukrainian man, suspected of involvement in the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosions, to be sent to Germany, Ukraine’s Suspilne reported Thursday.

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Croatian court allows extradition of Nord Stream blast suspect to Germany

EconomyOracle shares fall after report it sent ‘force majeure’ notice on data center project

Oracle is seeking to delay payment on Project Jupiter if the data center fails to come online as expected in 2028, according to a report. Oracle shares fell after the report emerged.

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Oracle shares fall after report it sent ‘force majeure’ notice on data center project

Oracle cites ‘force majeure’ to shield itself on data center, Bloomberg reports
Oracle has sent developer Blue Owl a “force majeure” notice in an effort to protect itself from potential cost increases tied to a large data center project in New Mexico, Bloomberg News reported.
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Politics'If history falls silent, truth will not': Türkiye slams Israeli minister's remarks on Erdogan

Türkiye condemned remarks by an Israeli minister about Turkish President Erdogan, warning that “if history falls silent, truth will not.”

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'If history falls silent, truth will not': Türkiye slams Israeli minister's remarks on Erdogan

EconomyFive is the magic number for US Treasuries

The 10-year yield on US government debt cannot sustainably rise much further.

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Five is the magic number for US Treasuries

WorldGreek-operated air defence system intercepts ballistic missile and drone over Saudi Arabia

A Saudi-based air defence system operated by Greek military personnel intercepted a ballistic missile and a drone on Thursday in the broader Yanbu region, Greek security sources told Reuters. The area is home to major oil refining facilities.

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Greek-operated air defence system intercepts ballistic missile and drone over Saudi Arabia

ScienceStudy finds AI systems shift answers toward users’ political views

Researchers at Brazil’s State University of Campinas tested 21 large language models and found that every model shifted its political answers toward the left- or right-leaning views assigned to hypothetical users. They describe the behavior as political sycophancy and warn that people may mistake tailored agreement for impartial analysis, potentially deepening polarization.

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Study finds AI systems shift answers toward users’ political views

PoliticsJudge orders White House to restore access to barred media companies

A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s ban on three news outlets from the White House grounds, ordering early Thursday that CNN, MS NOW and Politico regain their access.

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Judge orders White House to restore access to barred media companies

Politico says reporter denied White House access after judge’s order
Politico said one of its reporters was barred from the White House even after a judge ordered immediate restoration of access for journalists from Politico, CNN and MS NOW.
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RReuters★★★☆☆2026-09-24 12:30Original
Federal Judge Blocks Trump’s Ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico
A federal judge has halted President Donald Trump’s controversial ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico and ordered their press credentials restored immediately.
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NNBC News★★★☆☆2026-09-24 11:14Original
Morning Rundown: Federal judge pauses Trump’s media ban and Xi gets a red-carpet welcome
A federal judge said President Trump’s decision to bar three news outlets from the White House was likely unconstitutional and paused the ban.
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Judge temporarily overturns Trump's White House media ban
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore CNN, MS NOW and Politico’s White House access for 14 days. He said the ban likely violated their constitutional due process rights and questioned the administration’s claim that national security justified removing their hard passes.
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BBBC News★★★☆☆2026-09-24 10:29Original
Judge blocks Trump's White House media ban, orders access restored
A federal judge temporarily halted U.S. President Donald Trump's effort to bar CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House grounds, ordering the outlets' access to be restored early Thursday.
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CCBC News★★★☆☆2026-09-24 08:48Original
US judge blocks Trump’s White House ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico
A US judge has issued a 14-day temporary restraining order blocking the Trump administration from barring CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House. The judge said the outlets were likely to succeed in arguing that their credentials were removed without due process and ordered their access restored immediately.
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AAl Jazeera★★★☆☆2026-09-24 08:46Original
US judge orders Trump administration to restore banned mainstream media access to White House
A US judge has ordered the Trump administration to restore access to the White House for mainstream media outlets that had been banned.
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Judge orders White House to restore access for CNN, MS NOW and Politico
Following a federal judge’s order, the White House must let CNN, MS NOW and Politico back in immediately.
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NNBC News★★★☆☆2026-09-24 06:27Original
Judge lifts Trump ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico from White House
District Judge Tim Kelly ruled that CNN, MS NOW and Politico should immediately regain access to the White House. President Trump had announced the ban on the three outlets on Sept. 18.
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CCNBC★★★☆☆2026-09-24 06:04Original
Judge orders White House to restore press passes for CNN, Politico and MS NOW
A federal judge issued a temporary restraining order requiring the White House to restore hard-pass press credentials for CNN, Politico and MS NOW.
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AABC News★★★☆☆2026-09-24 05:57Original
Judge orders White House to restore access to news outlets Trump banned
A federal judge temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s move to bar three news outlets from the White House grounds and ordered access restored for CNN, MS NOW and Politico.
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TThe Associated Press★★★☆☆2026-09-24 05:46Original
US judge blocks Trump’s ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico at White House
A federal judge ordered President Donald Trump to lift his ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico journalists entering the White House. The ban, issued on September 18, was challenged in court, with the judge saying it was likely unconstitutional and ordering the measure to remain in force for 14 days.
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DDW★★★☆☆2026-09-24 05:42Original
Judge orders Trump to restore CNN, Politico and MS NOW access to White House
A judge ordered Trump to restore CNN, Politico and MS NOW’s access to the White House. Trump defended the ban in a Friday social media post, accusing the outlets of publishing “fake news” and warning that other news organisations could face similar treatment.
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Eeuronews★★★☆☆2026-09-24 05:38Original
Federal judge directs Trump administration to temporarily end White House ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico journalists
A federal judge’s order provides temporary relief for CNN, MS NOW and Politico journalists by requiring the Trump administration to remove the White House exclusion.
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🔴 US judge lifts Trump's White House ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico
A US judge has lifted the White House ban imposed by Trump on CNN, MS NOW and Politico.
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FFrance 24★★★☆☆2026-09-24 05:33Original
Judge orders White House to restore access for CNN, MS NOW and Politico
A federal judge ordered the White House early Thursday to immediately restore access for CNN, MS NOW and Politico, finding that President Donald Trump’s directive last week barring the three outlets was most likely unconstitutional.
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NNBC News★★★☆☆2026-09-24 05:31Original
Federal judge orders Trump administration to restore CNN and other outlets’ White House access
Federal Judge Timothy Kelly ordered the Trump administration to reinstate CNN, MS NOW and Politico’s access to the White House after President Donald Trump barred the outlets from the premises.
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CCNN★★★☆☆2026-09-24 05:20Original
Judge lifts Trump’s White House ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico
A federal judge ordered President Donald Trump to restore White House access for journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico, ruling that the ban was likely unconstitutional. The decision marks a major setback for Trump in his dispute with the media, after Justice Department lawyers defended the restrictions on national-security grounds.
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RReuters★★★☆☆2026-09-24 05:15Original
Federal judge weighs restoring CNN, MS NOW and Politico White House access
A federal judge is considering whether CNN, MS NOW and Politico should regain access to the White House. The question followed a 45-minute hearing Wednesday in their lawsuit challenging a ban President Donald Trump announced late last week.
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Judge Weighs Trump Ban of CNN, MS NOW and Politico From White House
A federal judge appeared skeptical of the Trump administration’s claim that the president had legitimate national-security grounds to bar three news outlets from the White House. The judge did not immediately decide whether to restore their access.
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PoliticsTeam Navalny says Russia’s election chief received a multimillion-ruble state apartment registered to her granddaughter

An investigation by Team Navalny says Central Election Commission head Ella Pamfilova received a free 237-square-meter apartment in central Moscow and registered it to her 27-year-old granddaughter, Irina Kezina, in 2024. Investigators valued the property at 200 million rubles; the building is under constant FSO guard.

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Team Navalny says Russia’s election chief received a multimillion-ruble state apartment registered to her granddaughter

OtherMillions prepare as nor’easter nears: latest forecast

A potent nor’easter is expected to affect the Northeast this weekend, with rain and wind prompting alerts for millions.

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Millions prepare as nor’easter nears: latest forecast

WorldRussia’s Uragan system destroys Ukrainian Bogdana howitzer near Krasny Liman

Russia’s Defense Ministry says an Uragan multiple rocket launcher crew destroyed a Ukrainian Bogdana self-propelled howitzer during counter-battery fire near Krasny Liman in the Donetsk People’s Republic. A reconnaissance drone reportedly recorded the strike along with numerous enemy personnel and vehicles.

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Russia’s Uragan system destroys Ukrainian Bogdana howitzer near Krasny Liman

WorldRussian upper-house official calls Kyiv’s talks request a cover for rearmament

Natalya Nikonorova, deputy head of the Federation Council’s International Affairs Committee, said Kyiv is seeking talks to disguise rearmament and gain respite while facing clear defeat on the front line. She called Russia’s refusal to pause its military operation for negotiations fully justified.

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Russian upper-house official calls Kyiv’s talks request a cover for rearmament

CultureWho is paying for Pope Leo XIV’s visit to France?

The estimated cost of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to France has climbed from €12 million to €27 million, driven by the huge excitement surrounding the trip. The question is who will pay in a firmly secular country.

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Who is paying for Pope Leo XIV’s visit to France?

Huge security operation underway for Pope Leo XIV’s visit to France
Paris is preparing for Pope Leo XIV’s two-day visit this weekend, with hundreds of thousands of worshippers and visitors expected. It is the first papal visit to France since 2008, and about 14,000 police officers, gendarmes and soldiers have been deployed across the capital.
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FFrance 24★★★☆☆2026-09-24 12:09Original
‘Pope fever’ takes hold as Pope Leo visits France
Pope Leo XIV is expected to draw huge crowds during his four-day visit to Paris, Lourdes and Metz. He will deliver 15 speeches and homilies and address Europe’s future and its challenges, with about one million people expected at an open-air Mass in Paris. The visit comes as France approaches presidential elections and navigates its tradition of secularism.
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DDW★★★☆☆2026-09-24 12:03Original
Pope's visit to France 'an important moment for the Vatican'
France is preparing for Pope Leo XIV's arrival, which will mark the first state visit to the country by a pontiff since 2008. France 24 correspondent Seema Gupta examines the trip from the Vatican's perspective.
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FFrance 24★★☆☆☆2026-09-24 09:58Original

WorldHurricane Polo raises fears of heavy rain and landslides in Mexico

The US National Hurricane Center warned that Hurricane Polo is bringing heavy rain and strong waves to Mexico’s Pacific coast, with potentially life-threatening flooding and landslides. Polo was expected to remain a Category 5 storm while moving offshore. Tropical Storm Nolo is also approaching Hawaii, where officials are preparing for possible catastrophic flooding, strong winds and heavy rain.

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Hurricane Polo raises fears of heavy rain and landslides in Mexico

Acapulco residents battle huge waves to save a boat as Hurricane Polo passes
Acapulco residents work to pull a boat to safety as powerful swells hit Mexico’s Pacific coast. Hurricane Polo passes offshore after weakening from Category 5.
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Eeuronews★★☆☆☆2026-09-24 12:51Original
Flooding and landslide fears grow as Hurricane Polo churns off Mexico
Residents in Mexico’s Pacific beach towns prepared for heavy rain and dangerous surf on Wednesday as powerful Category 4 Hurricane Polo moved northwest just offshore, threatening floods and mudslides along the southwestern coast.
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FFrance 24★★★★☆2026-09-24 09:53Original
Hurricane Polo brings powerful waves to Mexico’s Pacific coast
As Hurricane Polo weakens to Category 4, residents of Lazaro Cardenas and military personnel prepare for further damage. Crews are reinforcing Playa Azul’s seafront against pounding waves.
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Eeuronews★★★☆☆2026-09-24 07:20Original

TechGonets satellites used on large Russian ships

Russian vessels over 500 metric tons are being equipped with the Gonets satellite system to transmit fishing-vessel location data. Since January 1, 2026, Russia’s fishing industry has fully switched to domestic orbital constellations, replacing Inmarsat. Gonets, Yamal and Express now support data transmission to the fisheries monitoring system.

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Gonets satellites used on large Russian ships

TechAs coding boom fades, computer science graduates turn to AI skills in choppy job market

The job market is proving difficult for new graduates, particularly in software development, where artificial intelligence is taking on an increasing share of the work. Computer science graduates are responding by concentrating on AI skills as the coding boom loses momentum.

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TThe Associated PressOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-24 13:00

As coding boom fades, computer science graduates turn to AI skills in choppy job market

TechEurope’s biggest stainless steelmaker finds new way to extract critical metal

Outokumpu, Europe’s largest stainless steelmaker, says its method for producing chrome used in jet engines could also help build a Western supply chain for critical metals.

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Europe’s biggest stainless steelmaker finds new way to extract critical metal

World12 Kazakh soldiers confirmed dead in Caspian Sea training accident

Seventeen Kazakh military personnel were swept into the Caspian Sea during a combat training exercise in the western Mangystau region. Authorities confirmed 12 deaths, while three people were rescued and a search continued for two others after weather suddenly worsened and winds intensified. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev declared Friday a national day of mourning.

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12 Kazakh soldiers confirmed dead in Caspian Sea training accident

EconomyCathie Wood’s ARK partners with Securitize to tokenize venture fund holding OpenAI and Anthropic stakes

Cathie Wood’s ARK is partnering with Securitize to put the ARK Venture Fund’s exposure to sought-after private technology companies onchain. The fund includes stakes in OpenAI and Anthropic, with the offering launching first on Ethereum and potentially expanding to other chains.

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CCoinDeskOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-24 13:00

Cathie Wood’s ARK partners with Securitize to tokenize venture fund holding OpenAI and Anthropic stakes

TechSolana Foundation taps Binance, Polygon veterans to drive institutional adoption and payments

The Solana Foundation appointed Rachel Conlan as chief strategy officer and former Polygon Labs executive Jamal Raees as general manager of payments, aiming to advance institutional adoption and payments.

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TThe BlockOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-24 13:00

Solana Foundation taps Binance, Polygon veterans to drive institutional adoption and payments

TechMark Zuckerberg rejects calls for an industrywide AI slowdown

In an interview with NBC News chief tech analyst Joanna Stern, Meta founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg said he does not believe AI companies need to work together to slow the industry down.

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NNBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-24 13:00

Mark Zuckerberg rejects calls for an industrywide AI slowdown

TechSolana Foundation hires Binance, Polygon veterans as tokenized finance push grows

The Solana Foundation has brought in Rachel Conlan and Jamal Raees as it seeks to attract institutions shifting payments and assets onto blockchain networks.

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CCoinDeskOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-24 13:00

Solana Foundation hires Binance, Polygon veterans as tokenized finance push grows

WorldUK fighter jet crash captured during training

Images document a Hawk fighter aircraft from Britain's air force crashing during a practice drill in northern Wales.

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UK fighter jet crash captured during training