EconomyThe Sudanese pound has lost more than 90 percent of its value since war began between Sudan’s army and the Rapid Support Forces in April 2023. The collapse, compounded by the Central Bank’s decision to float the currency, has driven up essential prices. Reliance on imports means businesses must pay suppliers in hard currency, leaving many families unable to afford food and other necessities.
OtherThe Associated Press presents its top stories for September 9.
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OtherFlights have resumed at airports across the UK after a major technical glitch disrupted air traffic control and caused more than 1,000 cancellations. A report comes from London Heathrow Airport.
WorldEngineer Jamal Mubarak fled Khartoum, travelled through Al-Jazira and crossed into South Sudan before reaching Uganda by land. Although Uganda gave him safety and became a second home, he could not find work despite 34 years of engineering experience. He now hopes to return to Sudan, help rebuild the country and support his children’s education.
EconomyCanada imposed dollar-for-dollar tariffs against the United States this week. As the trade war intensifies, the question is whether another deal remains possible.
PoliticsU.S. President Donald Trump and the Republican Party are holding an unprecedented two-day convention ahead of November’s pivotal midterm elections. Trump is seeking to rally supporters, while his unpopularity and trade war with Canada threaten to overshadow the event.
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WorldFox News reports on the escalation between the United States and Iran after the U.S. military confirmed that Tehran’s attempted retaliation against American targets failed. The report says Iran is paying a “heavy price.”
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WorldIran says it has expanded a maritime restricted zone into parts of the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. It warns that vessels entering without approval could face sanctions.
WorldTributes have been paid to Tung Chee-hwa, Hong Kong’s first chief executive after its return to Chinese rule in 1997. He died on Tuesday, Sept. 8, aged 89, and Beijing hailed him as a key figure in the “one country, two systems” policy.
CultureNew York Fashion Week begins this week with designers presenting their spring collections. Lauren Sherman shares what to expect from the event.
EconomyStocks fell ahead of key inflation data as Brent crude rose above $100 a barrel.
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CultureBusta Rhymes speaks with CBS Mornings about his new album, “Dillagence II,” and J Dilla’s legacy following the rapper’s shocking death in 2006.
SocietyThe psychological impact of nearly five years of Russia’s full-scale assault is especially serious for Ukrainian children and teenagers. Backed by foreign philanthropists, a Ukrainian NGO is helping some young people cope through summer camps combining therapy with recreational activities.
PoliticsIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced fierce political backlash Tuesday over a report that the UAE president warned him days before the October 7, 2023 attack that Hamas was preparing a major operation. Netanyahu’s office called the report an “absolute lie,” while rivals cited it as the latest sign that he ignored warnings.
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SocietyMore than 1,000 medical and health graduates protested in Baghdad, calling for government jobs amid high youth unemployment. Protesters said police used batons and electric shocks near the Finance Ministry during demonstrations they described as peaceful. Iraq’s reliance on public-sector employment leaves young graduates competing for limited positions.
CultureRobert De Niro and longtime business partner Jane Rosenthal discuss founding the Tribeca Festival after the 9/11 attacks and a new Netflix documentary about the event, “Tribeca 25,” which premieres Friday.
CultureFRANCE 24 film critic Manon Kerjean highlights French films competing at the 83rd Venice International Film Festival and previews new releases, including “15/18,” set in a psychiatric unit and focused on mental health, and “A Woman’s Life,” starring César-winning actress Léa Drucker.
TechFollowing Apple’s “Surprise and Shine” event, The Vergecast is going live to share its initial reactions and answer audience questions about foldable phones, non-foldable phones, and other products.
WorldPakistan’s defence minister says the Mecca Joint Defence Alliance could be activated as Yemen’s conflict risks spilling into Saudi Arabia. Retired Pakistani General Zahid Mahmood says Islamabad stands “with the spirit of the Mecca Accord” and is likely to prioritise diplomacy and strategic dialogue to deter the Houthis from expanding the war.
EconomyCitizens Financial Group CEO Bruce Van Saun says the US economy remains strong and consumers are continuing to spend, though cautiously. He says customers have adapted to higher energy costs and does not expect the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates soon.
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SocietySome Prince Edward Island farmers are concerned that persistent rain is leaving crops too wet during harvest. An estimated 25 to 30 percent of grain and cereal crops are sitting soggy in fields and could be lost entirely.
TechJacob Coxon departed Anthropic, characterizing the company’s approach as putting people’s lives at stake.
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EconomyA U.S. ban on Canadian alcohol sales would hit the country’s spirits industry hard, Spirits Canada says. President and CEO Cal Bricker says about half of the $2 billion in spirits produced annually in Canada is sold in the U.S.; Crown Royal sales in Texas alone exceed those across all of Canada.
HealthUK research suggests that regularly drinking tea or coffee at very high temperatures may increase the risk of oesophageal cancer. In a study of nearly one million people, those drinking beverages described as “very hot” faced about three times the risk of those drinking them warm, although experts stress the overall risk remains low.
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