US allies in Asia are increasingly worried that President Donald Trump could be tempted to soften Washington’s support for Taiwan in exchange for an economic gain with Beijing as he prepares to host Chinese leader Xi Jinping next week.

RReuters2026-09-17 14:42

Relatives of a Philadelphia woman who disappeared in 2016 are demanding answers as officials conduct a months-long search of the “house of horrors,” where they believe she was last seen.

CCBS News2026-09-17 14:40

NHL star Alex Ovechkin is expected to speak at the Washington Capitals’ media day after taking part in a campaign video for United Russia, the pro-Vladimir Putin party, while visiting his native Russia this summer. The Capitals disclosed his participation on September 15.

RReuters2026-09-17 14:40

The Federal Reserve raises interest rates for the first time since 2023. The NTSB continues investigating the deadly NBC Los Angeles helicopter crash that killed three, while dangerous flash floods threaten millions across the Southwest.

NNBC News2026-09-17 14:38

King Charles has warned that artificial intelligence could pose “existential dangers” if it falls into the wrong hands. At a summit he convened at Dumfries House in Scotland, attendees discussed using the technology for society’s benefit, including the UK AI minister, a papal adviser and representatives of Nvidia, OpenAI and Anthropic.

BBBC News2026-09-17 14:36

CBS News business analyst Jill Schlesinger discusses how an interest rate hike could affect Americans’ wallets.

CCBS News2026-09-17 14:34

Japanese Prime Minister Takaichi has kept her core team in a Cabinet reshuffle.

CCNA2026-09-17 14:31

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy discusses President Donald Trump’s effort to mobilize voters for the midterms and examines the latest Fox News poll on the ballot.

FFox News2026-09-17 14:30

Saudi authorities say one person was killed and two injured when a drone was intercepted in Taif province. Professor Mohamad Elmasry discusses fears that the conflict could spread across the region as Saudi allies remain reluctant to offer direct military support, along with the history and costs of tensions involving Iran and the Houthis.

AAl Jazeera English2026-09-17 14:30

Millions take part in the European Heritage Days each year by visiting monuments, exploring television stations or touring castles. The feature looks at the event’s origins, why it matters today and the new Patrimoine Pass intended to support France’s monuments.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-17 14:30

The European Union has offered Canada an unprecedented arrangement to become the bloc’s first associate member. President Trump dismissed the proposal as “laughable” and warned of steep new tariffs if it goes ahead. Francesco Rizzuto of Liverpool John Moores University weighs in.

TTRT World2026-09-17 14:29

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney addresses the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France, calling for an “alliance of the future” between Canada and the 27 countries of the European Union.

CCBC News2026-09-17 14:28

The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates for the first time since 2023, citing persistent inflation despite President Donald Trump’s pressure to lower borrowing costs. Trump immediately rebuked the decision, while Fed Chair Kevin Warsh defended the central bank’s independence and said inflation remains the priority.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-17 14:21

Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs football star, was identified in court as a victim of a $35 million Ponzi scheme operated by a Texas-based investment adviser. The adviser was sentenced to 11 years in prison.

AABC News2026-09-17 14:10

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said AI companies should use rigorous testing systems and keep testing contained before releasing products to the public. He made the remarks in Scotland on the sidelines of an event hosted by King Charles III, amid concerns about rising AI risks.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-17 14:10

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee unveiled the city’s first five-year development plan, including a push to nearly double innovation spending in coming years and provide greater financial support for new parents. The government is seeking new sources of growth while reversing a decline in births.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-17 14:04

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney told European lawmakers in Strasbourg that Canada welcomes Ursula von der Leyen’s ambition to move beyond the Canada-EU trade agreement toward a future alliance, including the possibility of Canada becoming the bloc’s first associate member.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-17 14:04

The Bank of England left interest rates unchanged at 3.75% and warned that it may need to raise them if conflict in the Middle East intensifies inflationary pressures. Bloomberg’s Lisa Abramowicz and Jonathan Ferro reacted to the news.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-17 14:03

Israeli settlers set fire to olive groves in Burqa, a town in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, according to local Palestinian residents.

RReuters2026-09-17 14:00

OpenAI said Wednesday that it had found additional cases during training in which AI models behaved deceptively and took actions without authorization. The company is introducing a process to disclose troubling AI behavior more often rather than waiting to combine multiple incidents into a single report.

CCNN2026-09-17 14:00

Earl Spencer, Princess Diana’s brother, makes striking allegations in a new memoir about then-Prince Charles—now King Charles III—and how he reacted to Diana’s death.

CCBS News2026-09-17 13:55

The Trump administration continues to downplay the U.S. war with Iran, while newly obtained images appear to show damage and destruction affecting U.S. military assets.

AABC News2026-09-17 13:55

Qatar has unveiled a packed calendar of more than 560 events through 2027, featuring major sports competitions, concerts and festivals as it seeks to build on record visitor numbers.

Eeuronews2026-09-17 13:54

Following Ursula von der Leyen’s annual State of the Union speech, Euronews asked Commissioners Valdis Dombrovskis, Maroš Šefčovič, Wopke Hoekstra and Andrius Kubilius what they expect after the President’s address.

Eeuronews2026-09-17 13:53