Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand is set to meet German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul in Ottawa, followed by a joint news conference after a signing ceremony. Their discussions are expected to include support for Ukraine, Euro-Atlantic security, the Middle East, economic security and artificial intelligence as Canada and Germany mark 75 years of diplomatic relations.

GGlobal News2026-09-25 14:26

Dolly Parton has spent her life supporting children battling cancer through donations and visits meant to lift their spirits. A children’s hospital named for her in Knoxville, Tennessee, is carrying that legacy forward.

CCBS News2026-09-25 14:26

Pope Leo XIV is in Paris. Follow the latest news in the live coverage.

Eeuronews2026-09-25 14:24

Human rights are now a familiar idea, but they were revolutionary when the UN helped pave the way for the Universal Declaration in 1948. UN peacekeepers have since had mixed records in Sierra Leone, Rwanda and Bosnia, while agencies such as the WHO helped eradicate smallpox and respond to COVID-19. Other UN bodies coordinate phone and internet standards, global shipping rules and shared weather data, giving countries a framework for cooperation.

AAl Jazeera English2026-09-25 14:24

Fighting is intensifying in Ethiopia after Tigrayan fighters launched an overnight attack on the northern town of Abala, following an offensive against the Amhara region. Federal forces say they repelled both attacks. Martin Plaut of the Institute of Commonwealth Studies offers analysis.

TTRT World2026-09-25 14:19

President Trump and the First Lady took part in a tea with China’s president and Madame Peng.

TThe White House2026-09-25 14:15

Iran has proposed reopening the strategically important Strait of Hormuz and restarting nuclear negotiations with the United States within seven days. Middle East commentator Chris Doyle assesses the offer.

TTRT World2026-09-25 14:12

An Alberta referendum in three and a half weeks will ask voters whether to hold a formal vote on remaining in Canada. An Ipsos poll conducted for Global News found that 70% plan to support Alberta staying a Canadian province on Oct. 19, with turnout expected to be decisive.

GGlobal News2026-09-25 14:11

As temperatures fall and the Iran war drives oil prices higher, home heating oil in Maine has reached a record high. The state, which is home to a critical Senate race, is sounding the alarm.

AABC News2026-09-25 14:09

Pope Leo XIV has begun a four-day visit to France, warning of the dangers posed by artificial intelligence. After an hour of talks with President Emmanuel Macron at the Élysée Palace, he told Church and state officials that humanity must not be lost amid a paradise of machines.

BBBC News2026-09-25 14:09

Pope Leo XIV has turned down a state dinner, the Legion of Honour and a private meeting with President Emmanuel Macron, keeping his four-day visit to France centred on its apostolic purpose. The Vatican cited scheduling, while some observers viewed the decisions as stressing the trip’s spiritual focus. He is nevertheless due to discuss European security and peace in Metz.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-25 14:08

The Friends of Serifos have created “The Living History of the Serifos Mines,” a digital archive documenting the history and memories of Greek mineworkers. The project is funded by Cycladic Identity.

Eeuronews2026-09-25 14:08

Crowds are gathering outside Notre-Dame Cathedral ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s expected appearance, one of the highlights of his Paris visit. Before going to the cathedral, he is expected to speak at UNESCO headquarters about global challenges including peace, culture and international cooperation.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-25 14:06

Anwar Gargash, a senior adviser to the UAE president, said Iran had “dragged us into this conflict” after the UAE was targeted by 3,300 Iranian missiles and drones. Following Donald Trump’s threat that he could negotiate with or “obliterate” Iran, Gargash warned that the current “no war, no peace” situation cannot continue.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-25 14:06

A VOA special program on the U.S.-China summit follows the final day of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to the United States. President Trump and his wife are scheduled to have tea with Xi at the White House before visiting the National Archives to conclude the trip.

VVOA Chinese2026-09-25 13:57

New Orleans is holding the Krewe of Dolly parade in honor of country singer Dolly Parton. Several cities and U.S. states have designated Sept. 25 to celebrate the music and film icon, commemorating her first major film role and the title song “9 to 5.”

TThe Associated Press2026-09-25 13:56

Leaders of the world’s two superpowers meet to seek a steadier footing for their relationship, while the FutureChina Global Forum concludes with discussions on how China and the region can navigate an increasingly uncertain world.

CCNA2026-09-25 13:53

France is deploying forces to protect Yanbu, a vital Saudi oil hub on the Red Sea, as Houthi attacks threaten the country’s oil exports. President Emmanuel Macron says France is not entering the conflict. The move raises questions about why Paris is taking the risk and whether it points to a broader European role in a conflict-shaped region.

DDW News2026-09-25 13:51

A television ad praising President Trump and set to JMSN’s song “Love Me” aired across national networks, including CBS. The political advertisement is taxpayer-funded, while JMSN says he never authorized the use of his music, prompting controversy.

CCBS News2026-09-25 13:50

During Thursday’s state visit, President Trump praised his “truly great friendship” with Chinese President Xi Jinping, while unresolved issues including artificial intelligence and trade continued to hang over the relationship.

CCBS News2026-09-25 13:40

The U.S. Army Reserve is reviewing a request to shift resources to Southern Command over the next four months, according to an internal message. Multiple U.S. officials say the request is part of ongoing military planning focused on Cuba.

CCBS News2026-09-25 13:32

Myanmar’s military is taking several steps to shape the narrative surrounding the country’s political crisis and development, including granting an exclusive interview to a Western media outlet. Although that move appears to have backfired, other military efforts suggest a broader strategy.

CCNA2026-09-25 13:32

Millions face severe weather threats as two storms bring the risk of flooding and damaging winds to the East Coast and Hawaii. A nor’easter is battering the mid-Atlantic and moving north, while Hurricane Nolo is heading toward Hawaii’s Big Island.

CCBS News2026-09-25 13:31

Audi and Volkswagen are set to recall more than 2.8 million vehicles globally because a screw connection in the steering gear may be defective.

Eeuronews2026-09-25 13:30