WorldMillions in the Northeast are preparing for a rare September nor’easter bringing strong winds and heavy rain. The storm is expected to produce dangerous conditions in parts of the East Coast through the weekend.
WorldMillions in the Northeast are preparing for a rare September nor’easter bringing strong winds and heavy rain. The storm is expected to produce dangerous conditions in parts of the East Coast through the weekend.
PoliticsUK prime minister Andy Burnham tells the Guardian that, after a difficult fiscal period, he is prepared to make changes on the issues worrying people rather than constantly playing the political game. He says this is needed to shift the public’s perception of politics.
WorldPope Leo XIV called for migrants to be protected during his official visit to France. Fathers Philip Larrey and Michael Baggott appeared on France 24.
CulturePope Leo XIV’s open-air Mass in central Paris drew an estimated 700,000 people. Crowds filled the Champs-Élysées as he travelled by popemobile to Place de la Concorde, a site closely tied to the French Republic, prompting debate in a country where Catholic affiliation has declined for decades and secularism is a strict tradition.
OtherA roundup of the most important stories from Europe and beyond on September 26, 2026, covering news, business, entertainment, politics, culture and travel.
WorldFox News senior strategic analyst Gen. Jack Keane discusses President Donald Trump’s rejection of an Iranian ceasefire and urges major military action against Iran to “force this collapse.”
WorldDevelopments in the Iran war this week included Donald Trump threatening to drive Iran “into hell with no chance of survival,” while Benjamin Netanyahu said the Iranian regime’s collapse was “only a matter of time.” US and Iranian negotiators resumed talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and the Navy reported eight suicide attempts aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln during its deployment.
SportsManchester City could be relegated over financial breaches, but the separate structures of the Premier League and EFL mean they would also need to determine which division the club should enter.
CultureNew York City native Karina Rykman has earned praise for her standout live performances. She recently marked the release of her studio album “Late Checkout” at Zabar’s, becoming the first band to play at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen, before performing “Shoegaze Summer.”
CultureNew York City native Karina Rykman, a singer-songwriter and bassist, is praised for her can’t-miss live performances. She recently marked the release of her studio album “Late Checkout” at Zabar’s, becoming the first band to perform at the iconic Upper West Side delicatessen.
CultureNew York City native Karina Rykman, praised for her captivating live performances, recently celebrated the release of her new studio album, “Late Checkout,” at Zabar’s. She became the first band to perform at the Upper West Side delicatessen and performs the album’s title track.
SportsSingapore sprint star Shanti Pereira advanced comfortably to Sunday’s 200-metre final after posting the fastest qualifying time in the heats. She is seeking to become the first woman to win consecutive Asian Games titles in the event. Olympian Stephenie Chen finished fourth in the women’s Kayak Single 500m in 2:00.617, narrowly missing a medal.
CultureAward-winning chef Fabio Trabocchi brings the Italian tasting menu from his Michelin-starred flagship, Fiola, to Washington, D.C. Ed O'Keefe joins him for lunch.
Politics2:22The Michigan Senate contest between Mike Rogers and Abdul El-Sayed is testing Republican efforts to overcome an “enthusiasm gap” through voter outreach and grassroots campaigning.
SocietySingapore marks a decade of the SGSecure movement this year as the terrorism threat remains high and continues to change. Although more people report familiarity with emergency preparedness skills, recent experiments indicate that knowing what to do may not always lead to action.
SocietyA new President’s Award will be introduced next year to recognise early childhood professionals, becoming the sector’s highest individual honour. Social and Family Development Minister Masagos Zulkifli said it demonstrates the government’s commitment to advancing the profession and encourages educators to keep raising standards.
SocietyMore young people in France are seeking a Catholic community, contributing to a rise in baptisms.
WorldInternet and phone services have been disrupted in Tigray after fighting erupted this week between regional forces and Ethiopia’s national army. Reuters sources say the Tigray People’s Liberation Front ordered the blackout, possibly to interfere with government drones. The TPLF has not commented.
SocietyOnly one in five younger women in Singapore feel comfortable raising mental-health concerns with their bosses or HR, a study of 2,300 women by the PAP Women’s Wing and NTUC Women and Family found. The groups say the findings will inform efforts to improve workplace support for mental health, caregiving and menopause.
CultureComedian Stavros Halkias talks with Nate Burleson about his latest standup special, the hit show “Tires” and his part in the Anthony Bourdain biopic “Tony.”
ScienceSingapore is reorganising government teams and stepping up specialist recruitment as it develops its nuclear readiness. The country will undergo an expert review of its related capabilities in 2027, while local specialists are being trained.
World5:29Around 700,000 people attended Pope Leo XIV’s Mass in central Paris. Luke Shrago spoke with Father Grégoire Catta.
HealthThe FDA has approved the first mRNA flu shot. Public health expert Dr. Omer Awan discusses how the new vaccine could offer better protection against influenza and who is eligible to receive it.
Culture1:15Pope Leo XIV arrived at Place de la Concorde and celebrated a large Mass.