PoliticsRussia has begun the second day of voting in its first parliamentary election since the 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with millions casting ballots in a major domestic political event.
PoliticsRussia has begun the second day of voting in its first parliamentary election since the 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with millions casting ballots in a major domestic political event.
TechStories about AI’s existential threat to humanity dominate headlines worldwide. But is fear of a future AI apocalypse diverting media attention from harm already caused by AI? And when AI CEOs unite to demand regulation, are they seeking public safety or trying to secure control over the technology’s future?
WorldFighting remains intense in Yemen’s Taiz region, where government forces and the Houthis are battling for strategic areas. Shifting front lines and continuing military operations are displacing thousands of families and affecting civilians.
WorldAuthorities in north-central Nigeria are investigating the deaths of 37 people detained over illegal mining. Officials say the deaths occurred at a facility in Niger state and may have resulted from a disease outbreak, while reports point to overcrowding and poor ventilation as possible contributors.
CultureShakira launched her 12-show residency in Madrid on Friday, performing 25 songs for 50,000 fans in her first return to Spanish stages in years.
SocietyUkrainian children are learning skills associated with 17th-century Cossack warriors, communities known for their military expertise and horsemanship and central to Ukraine’s history. For the students, the lessons offer more than history: they provide an escape from growing up during war.
SportsFrance football legend Zinedine Zidane says Kylian Mbappe will captain the national team. Zidane has announced his first squad since taking charge, with his opening matches set to be against Turkey and Belgium.
HealthAt least 49 people have died and 100 others were injured in Nigeria’s Ondo State after drinking alcohol suspected of containing methanol. Authorities believe the locally brewed, high-alcohol herbal drink “Monkey Shoulder” may have caused the poisoning. Police say 15 people have been arrested as investigations continue.
TechComedian Garrett Millerick has built an AI double called G-Dog 2.0 from more than a decade of his own material. He performed with it at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, where the AI comedy partner responds to the audience in real time.
WorldDanish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen called an agreement allowing the US to develop a significant military presence on Greenland “a good agreement.” President Donald Trump announced it on Friday after months of seeking to acquire Greenland, citing threats from Russia and China and even raising the possibility of military action.
PoliticsChanley Painter reports on the “sweeping” agreement between the United States and Denmark concerning Greenland, which grants the U.S. permanent military rights.
CultureFrom sweet spaghetti to bulgogi burgers, fast-food menus across Asia are far from ordinary. The region’s booming market, valued at $183 billion, is drawing competition between Western giants and local brands, including McDonald’s and Jollibee.
CultureJohn Legend discusses his latest project and the legendary venue where he recorded it. David Begnaud also shares two inspiring stories on the weekly program hosted by Shanelle Kaul.
PoliticsThe United States and Denmark have reached an agreement on Greenland’s security. Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen welcomed the deal, calling it beneficial to everyone and saying it would ensure and strengthen the island’s security.
WorldProfessor Sultan Barakat discusses the proposed naval coalition in the Red Sea, the Houthis’ position, tensions with Saudi Arabia and the possible consequences for regional security and shipping.
HealthItalian health authorities say warmer temperatures and longer warm seasons are allowing mosquitoes that transmit West Nile virus to reach broader areas and remain active for more months. Italy has reported more than 650 infections this year, about half of Europe’s recorded cases, according to local officials.
PoliticsWhite House deputy chief of staff for policy Stephen Miller discussed the Trump administration’s border-security accomplishments and falling crime rates on Fox News’ “Hannity,” while saying socialists want to “strip” America apart.
OtherA midday bulletin rounds up the most important stories from Europe and beyond on September 19, 2026, covering world affairs, business, entertainment, politics, culture and travel.
SportsThe 20th Asian Games, the world’s biggest sporting event held every four years, are getting underway in Japan. Organisers faced pressure before competition began after thousands more athletes and officials registered than initially anticipated, creating accommodation difficulties.
WorldThe US and Denmark have announced a security agreement on Greenland, resolving a diplomatic dispute triggered by President Donald Trump’s threats to seize the territory by force. Trump said the deal would give the US “permanent control over security, and all other needs” in the semi-autonomous Danish territory.
HealthThe Democratic Republic of Congo's government says the Ebola outbreak has shifted course, with cases declining in hotspots. Experts and health responders dispute that assessment, saying the outbreak remains just as severe.
WorldPolice in Ceuta moved hundreds of migrants from the beach to a temporary camp in the enclave’s port area on Friday. The operation follows a record influx weeks earlier, while officers struggled to control crowds jostling for places at the tented site. Migration is a central issue in Spain’s political debate.
PoliticsMonths before France’s presidential election, fuel costs driven up by the wars in Iran and Ukraine have pushed the country toward crisis. President Emmanuel Macron brought major party presidential candidates together at the presidential palace to address public anger and energy threats, warning of possible Russian “hybrid attacks.”
WorldFighting is continuing across several fronts in Yemen. Government forces say the two sides exchanged fire in Marib, Al Jawf, Lahij and Taiz amid ongoing tensions.