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Macklemore and Robert Kraft issue dueling statements over humanitarian donationsCulture

Macklemore urged Robert Kraft to match his $1 million donation to Palestinian humanitarian aid groups. Kraft said he had already matched a donation from Ed Sheeran. The statements followed Macklemore’s removal from Sheeran’s tour after pro-Palestinian remarks onstage.

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English village holds symbolic vote to leave UKPolitics

A village in Oxfordshire held a symbolic referendum on leaving the United Kingdom to protest government plans to house up to 1,200 asylum seekers at a nearby military base. Although legally nonbinding, the vote reflects wider tensions over Britain’s asylum policy and migration debate.

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Asian Games: Athletes who could stand in Team Singapore’s way in the medal huntSports

More than 300 athletes will represent Singapore in 27 sports at the Asian Games in Nagoya, Japan. While the country has set no specific medal target, it is aiming for podium finishes in athletics, swimming and sailing. The report highlights Singapore’s leading medal hopes and the competitors they may face.

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Singapore’s key exports surge 46.2% year-on-year in August on strong AI demandEconomy

Singapore’s key exports jumped 46.2% year-on-year in August, supported by strong artificial-intelligence demand and a low base from last year. Growth exceeded analyst forecasts and extended the expansion streak to 12 months. Electronic exports rose more than 131%, while non-electronic exports increased 12%, reversing July’s decline.

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King Charles meets AI leaders to discuss safety risksTech

King Charles brought together leaders from the artificial intelligence industry in Scotland to discuss warnings and safety concerns. NBC News reports on the king’s remarks and the people who attended.

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Nightline Full Broadcast — Wednesday, September 16, 2026Other

The broadcast covers fears of a possible serial killer after at least five women went missing in Philadelphia, Kansas City Chiefs player Travis Kelce being among the victims of a $35 million Ponzi scheme, actress Jaclyn Smith’s new autobiography, and tributes to Dolly Parton across the United States.

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Terror groups take advantage of AI developmentsTech

Amid recent warnings from AI leaders about the risks of rapid technological development, the report examines how terrorist groups are taking advantage of artificial intelligence.

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Inter-agency task force proposes fee caps for all disability servicesSociety

An inter-agency task force has recommended fee caps, higher means-tested subsidy thresholds and more activity-centre places to make disability support more affordable. Most families could see service fees fall, with some reductions reaching 80%, while the monthly per-capita household-income threshold would rise from S$4,800 to about S$6,000.

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Amnesty accuses Iran of crimes against humanityWorld

Amnesty International has accused Iranian authorities of crimes against humanity during the 2022 Woman, Life, Freedom crackdown. It says more than 500 people, including 71 children, were killed, with Kurdish and Baluchi communities disproportionately targeted, and calls for a UN-backed international justice mechanism.

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North-South Corridor delayed by two years, opening in phases from 2029Society

The North-South Corridor will open two years later than planned, with phased openings now scheduled from 2029. The Admiralty–Lentor viaduct is expected to open from 2029, followed by the Lentor–East Coast tunnel from 2031. Authorities attributed the delay to complex engineering work and difficult ground conditions; the project’s additional cost and who will pay it will be settled after completion.

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Houthis claim Saudi F-15 shootdown as Yemen fighting escalatesWorld

Yemen’s Houthi rebels released footage they say shows the wreckage of a Saudi F-15 fighter jet. If confirmed, it would be their first fighter-jet shootdown. The claim comes as fighting intensifies, with the Houthis expanding control around the strategic Bab el-Mandeb Strait and the UN urging both sides back to negotiations.

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Carney pushes Canada-EU ties beyond tradePolitics

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney told the European Parliament that Ottawa wants to deepen its partnership with the EU beyond trade, expanding cooperation on energy, AI, space and payment sovereignty while seeking to join the Erasmus programme. The effort reflects Canada’s broader strategy to build stronger alliances beyond the United States without pursuing membership in the EU single market.

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We must ‘force’ social media to regulate algorithms and harmful platforms designed to push contentSociety

Hannah Storey, Amnesty International’s head of children and young people’s digital rights, resists portraying social media as inherently harmful. She says digital spaces can offer community, self-expression, education and activism, while the deeper problem lies in platform architecture—algorithms, infinite scrolling and other engagement tools that repeatedly amplify harmful material.

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WATCH LIVE: Dems battle Trump over SmithsonianPolitics

Democratic Reps. Melanie Stansbury, Jonathan Jackson and Kweisi Mfume announce legislation aimed at blocking the White House from intervening in Smithsonian Institution exhibits. The move follows calls to remove exhibits described as woke.

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New SG AI Xchange platform lets firms share lessons on adopting and scaling AITech

Singapore companies have established nearly 100 in-house AI teams since 2024. These AI Centres of Excellence develop customised solutions, create high-value jobs and build expertise. The new SG AI Xchange platform brings firms together to share lessons from adopting AI and support Singapore’s broader AI ecosystem.

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Mark Carney calls for ‘strategic autonomy’ and closer Canada-EU tiesPolitics

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney urged “strategic autonomy” and stronger Canada-EU relations in an address to the European Parliament in Strasbourg. He backed European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s proposal for Canada to become the EU’s first “associate member” and said Canadians strongly support closer ties with Europe.

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Brazil election: Lula vows to stand up to Trump at UNPolitics

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva says he will confront Donald Trump at the United Nations in New York, accusing the US president of interfering in Brazil’s election. The dispute follows US tariffs on Brazilian goods and Trump’s backing of Lula rival Flavio Bolsonaro, son of former president Jair Bolsonaro.

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Lebanon on Paris talks: ‘The general sentiment here is very little hope’World

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is in Paris for talks with Emmanuel Macron, while many people in Lebanon express little hope after months of war with Israel, the continued occupation of parts of the south and uncertainty over regional tensions. The talks aim to build international support and a framework to stabilise the country.

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Lucid CEO Says Automaker Is No Longer Working With AlixPartnersEconomy

Lucid Group CEO Silvio Napoli says the automaker has ended its work with restructuring adviser AlixPartners. He also discusses a partnership with Bolt to deploy at least 25,000 fully autonomous Lucid vehicles across Europe.

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