US President Donald Trump has sparked controversy by promising every American adult $5,000 if Republicans retain control of Congress after the November midterm elections. Tom Packer of University College London weighs in on the proposal.

TTRT World2026-09-10 13:23

A quarter century after the attacks that defined an era, the United States is trying to preserve memories of the 2001 trauma as more Americans have no firsthand experience of it. President Donald Trump will pay his respects at the Pentagon rather than in New York, where hijacked airliners hit the World Trade Center towers and caused the largest share of the day’s 2,977 recorded deaths.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-10 13:22

The French Football Federation said Thursday that France will not support Gianni Infantino’s bid for another term as FIFA president in March 2027. It is joining Belgium, Italy, Scotland, Sweden and Wales in publicly withdrawing backing for Infantino.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-10 13:19

UK Defence Minister Wes Streeting is making a statement on Russia and Ukraine in the House of Commons.

RReuters2026-09-10 13:17

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told Norah O’Donnell last month that the United States has “all the control in the world” over the outcome of the Iran war and touted “historic” devastation to Iran’s military capabilities. The interview also features a U.S. Air Force officer shot down in Iran in April who survived two days in the mountains before being rescued.

CCBS News2026-09-10 13:16

The UN nuclear watchdog says Iran is not cooperating with inspections and reports construction activity at Pickaxe Mountain, a site suspected of hosting nuclear-related activities. IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi discussed the findings.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-10 13:13

Apple unveiled its first foldable iPhone on Wednesday, just weeks after John Ternus took over as the company’s new CEO.

CCBS News2026-09-10 13:11

US President Donald Trump has pledged a US$5,000 payment to every American adult if Republicans win the November congressional elections. The proposal could cost about US$1 trillion for an estimated 270 million people, but its mechanism and legality remain unclear. Trump also defended attacking Iran and said oil prices would fall once the war is won.

CCNA2026-09-10 13:09

An Anthropic researcher resigned, warning that the company and its rivals are “gambling with our lives.” Mike Dolan examines why markets cannot respond to fears about human extinction and what they might do instead.

RReuters2026-09-10 13:08

Singapore’s government has approved a major ministerial pay increase, lifting Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s annual salary to $2.8m—nearly four times that of the next highest-paid world leader. Officials say high salaries help attract talent and deter corruption, while critics question the move amid scrutiny and economic uncertainty. Wong has pledged to donate the raise to charity for five years.

AAl Jazeera English2026-09-10 13:08

On September 26, 2022, three of the four Nord Stream 1 and 2 gas pipeline pipes exploded on the Baltic seabed, releasing 465,000 metric tons of methane into the atmosphere. Described as one of the most spectacular acts of sabotage since World War II, the blast permanently severed the strategic link between Russia and Germany, with consequences still being felt.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-10 13:06

Cockpit audio from the Amazon cargo plane crash shows that one pilot warned the aircraft was traveling too fast as it approached the runway at Miami International Airport. Federal investigators are interviewing the pilots.

CCBS News2026-09-10 13:02

Germany is facing a political earthquake after the AfD won nearly 44% in Saxony-Anhalt, its strongest result yet. Lead candidate Ulrich Siegmund is set to become the party’s first state premier. AfD leaders including Alice Weidel call the result only a beginning, while thousands protest the far-right surge.

DDW News2026-09-10 13:00

Israeli airstrikes across the Gaza Strip on Wednesday injured at least nine people and left buildings in rubble. The Israeli military said it carried out strikes in Nuseirat, the Daraj Tuffah area and Shati refugee camp.

TThe Associated Press2026-09-10 13:00

Bone fragments from the sword hand of a medieval Russian prince famed for a celebrated victory over the Mongols have been sent to Ukraine’s frontline to boost morale as Moscow seeks full control of the eastern Donbas region.

RReuters2026-09-10 12:58

A fire swept through the passenger ferry MV June Aster off the western Philippines as it travelled from Manila toward Coron in Palawan province. At least five people died, more than 80 remain unaccounted for and 43 have been rescued. Bad weather and strong currents are hampering the search, while investigators work to determine the cause.

CCNA2026-09-10 12:52

Nasdaq Ventures has invested $100 million in Payward, the parent of crypto exchange Kraken. Payward Chief Commercial Officer Mark Greenberg says the deal could support permissioned on-chain versions of Nasdaq equities, cooperation on market surveillance and data, and expansion of xStocks. Kraken is also moving toward a multi-asset model and has outlined a 2027 IPO timeline.

CCoinDesk2026-09-10 12:46

The Congressional Budget Office estimates that a new Medicaid work requirement would leave 5.3 million more people uninsured in 2034, as the rising cost of living adds to economic pressure.

CCNN2026-09-10 12:42

European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde addresses reporters after the bank raised interest rates for the second time this year in a widely anticipated move. The increase aims to contain inflation driven entirely by higher energy costs from the Iran war.

RReuters2026-09-10 12:38

The European Central Bank raised interest rates for the second time since the Iran war began, responding to signs that inflation may remain well above 2%. The deposit rate rose by a quarter point to 2.5%.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-10 12:33

Demonstrators in Seoul are urging Lee Jae Myung’s government to reject a US request for South Korean military deployment to the Strait of Hormuz, warning that participation would mean joining a “war of aggression.” Polls show 55% oppose sending troops and 30% support it. Tehran warns a Korean military role would have serious consequences.

AAl Jazeera English2026-09-10 12:31

The latest AI stories include concerns about AI safety and a film in which a former Spider-Man star will portray Sam Altman.

RReuters2026-09-10 12:30

Fox News’ Peter Doocy reports on the latest developments at the White House after a former researcher warned that artificial intelligence could take over the world.

FFox News2026-09-10 12:30

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Calgary on Wednesday night ahead of talks with Prime Minister Mark Carney. The leaders are set to attend a signing ceremony and joint media appearance, with discussions focused on closer defence, economic and energy co-operation and the human cost of Russia’s war against Ukraine.

GGlobal News2026-09-10 12:29