Top Iranian officials have been cleared to travel to New York next week for the UN General Assembly, though it remains uncertain whether they will meet US officials. President Donald Trump told Axios he faces a major decision on Iran.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-17 21:39

President Donald Trump was pictured looking over a poster that appears to say “Kennedy Center DEMOLISHED.” Hours later, his administration told a judge the arts institution needed to close because of “structural deterioration” posing “untenable risks” to safety. Trump had earlier warned it could ultimately be torn down without his support.

CCNN2026-09-17 21:39

Saudi academic and political analyst Khaled Batarfi says Riyadh held back from responding to Houthi attacks until the group struck civilian targets, including Mecca and Medina. He argues Saudi Arabia cannot be expected to act alone and that countries in Europe and Asia must respond to attacks disrupting maritime traffic in the Bab al-Mandab Strait.

AAl Jazeera English2026-09-17 21:37

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomed a proposal for Canada to become the European Union’s first associate member, calling closer European ties a matter of sovereignty and shared values. President Donald Trump dismissed the idea as “laughable” and warned that he could impose heavy tariffs on the EU—or even halt trade—if he viewed the move as hostile.

DDW News2026-09-17 21:34

California Attorney General Rob Bonta discusses his opposition to Paramount Skydance’s proposed $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. He also addresses a child-safety settlement with Meta Platforms, the future of AI, prediction markets and the Supreme Court’s ruling on mail-in ballots.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-17 21:33

U.S. senators from both parties are defending the performing arts center named for John F. Kennedy after President Donald Trump threatened to demolish it while it is closed to the public.

TThe Associated Press2026-09-17 21:31

An F-16 fighter jet crashed in a residential area of Grand Traverse County, Michigan, prompting evacuations of homes and local businesses after hazardous chemicals spilled. The Pentagon said the aircraft belonged to the Texas National Guard and was on a routine training mission. Local officials said the pilot ejected and was taken to a hospital.

NNBC News2026-09-17 21:31

The FBI is investigating a Philadelphia home allegedly connected to five missing women, as authorities search for the women and examine possible links to the property.

FFox News2026-09-17 21:15

With the US midterm elections less than two months away, a series of online videos appears to show celebrities denouncing the Democrats. The clips are false, however, and were generated using artificial intelligence.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-17 21:15

Fabian Zuleeg, chief economist at the European Policy Center, says the Canada-EU partnership benefits both sides. He points to Canada’s resources and economic strengths, alongside the EU’s large market and importance as a trading partner.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-17 21:09

Democratic Senate candidate Charles Booker discusses his campaign to replace retiring Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky on Meet the Press NOW.

NNBC News2026-09-17 21:05

An investigation finds that rare books are being acquired en masse, dismantled and scanned for AI training data. Emanuel Maiberg, an investigative journalist and co-founder of 404 Media, describes a globalised, deliberately opaque supply chain in which books bought through anonymous marketplaces can end up at large-scale scanning facilities.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-17 21:04

Ed Sheeran’s backing band and every support act have withdrawn from his US tour. Macklemore was removed from the lineup after making pro-Palestinian comments on stage, while Sheeran said the decision came from the tour promoter, not him.

BBBC News2026-09-17 20:54

Prince Harry made his first public appearance since returning to Britain with his wife Meghan after six years in California, saying it was good to be back on British soil.

RReuters2026-09-17 20:53

Sweden’s centre-left has won the election, while the right-wing bloc suffered a narrow defeat. Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson has resigned, enabling the speaker of parliament to begin formal talks with party leaders.

Eeuronews2026-09-17 20:49

Chancellor Friedrich Merz faces a crucial weekend as voters cast ballots in Berlin and Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania. After the CDU suffered a heavy defeat in Saxony-Anhalt, another poor result could further undermine his leadership and raise questions about his position.

DDW News2026-09-17 20:47

Bloomberg’s Balance of Power examines President Trump’s trip to North Carolina, alongside discussion of markets rallying as oil prices fall and commentary from political and policy guests.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-17 20:45

Fox News correspondent Trey Yingst examines reports of a near-term meeting between President Donald Trump and Gulf leaders, along with the Iran conflict’s widening front.

FFox News2026-09-17 20:45

French fishermen have agreed to lift blockades at fuel depots and ports, including Nice, after negotiating financial aid with the government. They say fuel prices, which have soared since the war with Iran began, are pushing them to the brink.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-17 20:43

VOA Focus highlights next week’s meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping. Trump is expected to personally go to a US military base to receive Xi’s plane. Before the summit, Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke by phone with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, while CSIS examined tariffs, the Taiwan Strait and Iran.

VVOA Chinese2026-09-17 20:41

Georja Calvin-Smith speaks with Moky Makura, who helped shape the #CorrectTheMap campaign. The campaign led to a historic UN resolution backed by 164 countries to replace the ubiquitous 16th-century map, which visually diminishes Africa and has influenced how the continent is understood.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-17 20:40

NBC News reports that President Trump is frustrated with the Federal Reserve as his approval among key voting blocs slips. The coverage also examines the Michigan Senate race and Abdul El-Sayed’s effort to distance himself from controversial left-wing streamer Hasan Piker.

NNBC News2026-09-17 20:39

US state and local government bonds are trading near their cheapest level relative to Treasuries in a year, as heavier issuance and weakening demand meet a broader fixed-income selloff.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-17 20:38

The United Nations says there is evidence that the United States committed war crimes in Iran. China is urging Iran to rein in Yemen’s Houthi rebels, while Canada and Europe pursue a new alliance. The United States has also acknowledged possessing weapons in space, in remarks intended to deter Russia and China.

RReuters2026-09-17 20:32