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general
US granted permanent control over all security needs in Greenland, Trump announces
“At my direction, we worked with representatives of Denmark and Greenland to guarantee that the United States will forever have the complete ability to do what is necessary in Greenland," Trump said.
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politics
How can new olim navigate Israel’s 2026 election? French immigrant builds online quiz to help
The free, user-friendly online questionnaire is available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and even in Hebrew.
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sports
Pentagon's US-Iran war fatality accounting may be inaccurate - report
As of Friday, the system lists 14 fatalities as occurring during Operation Epic Fury, with an additional four categorized under Overseas Operations.
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politics
Trump bans 'fake news' CNN, MS NOW, Politico from White House 'effective immediately'
Trump has repeatedly urged broadcasters to drop comedy or news programs he dislikes or that have joked about or criticized him or his administration.
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politics
Will AI Harm Humans? Poll finds Americans want to slow development but not stop
Americans are optimistic about scientific advances in AI, but concerned that AI may take jobs.
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politics
Trump says U.S. to build a 'large Military presence' in Greenland as part of a security deal with it and Denmark
Greenland has maintained it is not for sale, and the European Union earlier this year united to rebuke Trump over his push to acquire the island.
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technology
Saudi Arabia cancels oil shipments to European refineries
Saudi Arabia has informed at least two oil refining customers in Europe that they will not receive crude oil allocations in October, as the war in the Middle East hits global energy markets. European…
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general
Number of ready meals withdrawn over listeria alert
Some Fit Foods meals and other brands’ roast chicken dinners included in recall
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politics
Deal with Denmark gives US 'permanent control' over Greenland security, Trump says
The deal with Denmark, according to President Donald Trump, would give the US "permanent control" over Greenland's security.
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general
Bombing at mosque near police offices in Pakistan kills at least 21
A vehicle bomb and gun attack on a mosque near police offices in Pakistan’s Kohat district killed at least 21 people and injured 80.
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politics
Seoul reaffirms to US its intent to contribute to restoring Strait of Hormuz free passage
South Korea's Foreign Minister Cho Hyun met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday and reaffirmed Seoul's willingness to contribute substantively to restoring free passage through the Strait of…
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politics
Trump claims US Greenland security deal, China reportedly among adversaries being kept out
US President Donald Trump said on Friday that the United States had reached an agreement with Denmark and Greenland giving Washington permanent authority over security on the Arctic island and…
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general
US warns allies of missile delivery delays due to shortage
Multiple European nations are expecting deliveries of key missile and air defence capabilities to be delayed by as much as five years.
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politics
Trump says he is banning CNN and Politico from White House
The US president has had a tense and fiery relationship with the US media throughout his political career.
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politics
Houthis eye Yemen’s oil-rich east after seizing Red Sea coast
Country's Saudi-backed government and an array of other forces currently the only obstacle standing in way of the Iran-backed rebels, as the US shows no interest in joining fight
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politics
Trump: US strikes security deal with Greenland, Denmark
President Trump said Friday that the United States has entered a security agreement with Greenland and Denmark that gives America a bigger say in the Arctic territory's affairs and expands its…
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business
A Niue-based trust has been named a finalist in the prestigious Earthshot Prize
The Niue Ocean Wide Trust has been announced as one of the finalists in the Earthshot Prize.
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sports
BC Conservative leader says she has removed 3 party members from caucus
BC Conservative Leader Kerry-Lynne Findlay said in a statement issued via email on Friday that she has removed three party members from caucus.
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politics
Kirk Herbstreit defends having Ted Cruz on 'College GameDay'
Football analyst and ESPN personality Kirk Herbstreit defended the network's decision to have Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) on the network's flagship college football pregame show last week. "We had him on…
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politics
Trump says he's banning CNN, Politico and MS NOW from the White House
President Trump said Friday that he is banning CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House, the latest move to target media outlets over their reporting.
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entertainment
Africa: Smith Still Haunted By 'Sandpapergate' As He Prepares for South Africa Tests
[Namibian] Steve Smith says he is still traumatised by the infamous "Sandpapergate" ball-tampering scandal in 2018, but the former Australia skipper is undaunted about returning to South Africa for…
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general
‘Another chance at life’: Israeli freed from Iraqi Kurdish prison returns home
Ben Hassin recalls struggling to maintain hope after initial death sentence for killing cab driver, says he was held in a jail where 'they can seriously hurt you for being Israeli and Jewish'
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business
The AI debate takes the political spotlight: From the Politics Desk
In today’s edition, Kristen Welker takes stock of how the AI debate quickly exploded in Washington and beyond.
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sports
Littler survives scare to progress at World Series Finals
World number one Luke Littler survives a first-round scare to overcome Danny Noppert in a thrilling World Series of Darts Finals match in Amsterdam.
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business
'We're one people' - a young Tongan man's te reo Māori journey
A Tongan New Zealander shares insights from his te reo Māori journey
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general
Global stocks mixed as yen falls despite Bank of Japan rate hike
Analyst Angelo Kourkafas said “we have some relief that the Fed credibility is still in place,” but added that high yields and geopolitical uncertainty remain concerns.
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politics
El-Sayed challenges Vance to weightlifting competition: 'You talk a good game'
Michigan Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed (D) responded Friday to Vice President Vance's disses on his appearance, saying he'd challenge President Trump's second-in-command to a weightlifting competition…
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politics
Majority of US Jews say Netanyahu fueling American antisemitism - poll
Most US Jews remain pro-Israel, but 56% say Netanyahu is fueling antisemitism at home; 60% want him ousted, a new poll finds.
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politics
Cuba hit with another blackout as millions across island are left without electricity
Cuba’s power grid has collapsed, leaving millions of people across the island without electricity
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general
Louisiana woman faces charges after 17 cats found dead in extreme-heat conditions
Madison Rebecca Colello, 29, surrenders after 20 other cats in severe distress rescued from business in town of Walker A Louisiana woman faces dozens of animal cruelty charges after 17 cats were found…
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politics
Who to watch in Congress on AI policy
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Who to watch in Congress on AI policy Fears over artificial intelligence’s rapid development sent Congress into a tailspin this week, as dozens of…
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politics
Trump says he's banning MS NOW, CNN and Politico from White House
Trump, who often accuses mainstream media outlets of writing "fake news," said on Truth Social that those outlets shouldn't be allowed to "FICTION and LIES."
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general
Russia Holds Stage-Managed Elections
Also, a new kind of cat was found. Here’s the latest at the end of Friday.
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politics
2 sudden deaths prompt public safety warning from Halifax police
Two sudden deaths and a person found in serious medical distress over the last 24 hours have prompted a public safety warning from Halifax Regional Police.
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sports
Alaska's salmon-feasting bears face off in biggest Fat Bear Week ever
This year's single-elimination tournament will see 16 competitors face off, compared to 12 in past years. Officials report more cubs in Katmai National Park than they've seen in recent memory.
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business
AI cloud provider Nscale files to go public
Nscale is the latest artificial intelligence neocloud to turn to public markets.
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technology
OpenAI and Microsoft knew they were starting a ‘doom loop’ for the web
Recently unsealed court documents in the New York Times' case against OpenAI and Microsoft are pretty damning. The companies' own documentation warned that it was starting a "doom loop" that would…
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politics
Germany receives first F-35 jet from US as NATO boosts military spending
Germany received the first of nearly three dozen F-35 stealth warplanes it ordered four years ago from Lockheed Martin.
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business
Santam Curt Meyer Appointment Signals South African Insurer’s Push Abroad
The Santam Curt Meyer appointment creates a new role to grow the South African insurer in Africa, the Middle East, India and South-East Asia.
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entertainment
Niger Nationality Decree Strips Five Exiles, Including Ex-Prime Minister
A Niger nationality decree signed on 17 September 2026 provisionally strips five people of citizenship, including a former prime minister.
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general
Russia Aims to Inject Chaos Into Elections, U.S. Intelligence Finds
The Kremlin is once again seeking to undermine confidence in American democracy with online influence campaigns, U.S. officials said.
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general
59 million liters of stolen fuel seized in Guanajuato state, the largest such bust in Mexican history
The amount confiscated from one tiny Guanajuato community roughly equals the total amount of the stolen fuel seized in alll of 2025, and is so great that it requires special handling to prevent…
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business
UN Mission Seeks Libya Executions Halt in the Country’s East
The UN mission in Libya sought a Libya executions halt on 16 September 2026, after more than 30 people were put to death in the east.
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technology
US Treasury’s Bessent plans to discuss AI and rare earths with China’s He, source says
Bessent said in a statement that he expects the discussions to cover both open- and closed-weight AI models.
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business
Equity Group DRC Insurance Push: Two New Firms Await Congo Licences
Equity Group DRC insurance plans: shareholders backed a life and a general insurer with US$25.37 million in capital. Licences are still pending.
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business
Togo-Flagged Tanker Near Hormuz: Iran’s Strike Claim and What Is Confirmed
Iran says it struck the Togo-flagged tanker Trend in the Strait of Hormuz. UK maritime reports say crews were safe, but the link is not yet confirmed.
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sports
A weight off Igor Thiago's shoulders - Brentford v Chelsea ratings
Brentford climb to third in the Premier League with a 2-0 victory over Chelsea - here are BBC Sport's player ratings.
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politics
Merida Amoeba Case: Inspectors Confirm Lake Irregularities After Instructor’s Death
Yucatán officials confirmed irregularities at Plaza La Isla's artificial lake after a Naegleria fowleri death; the operator faces a 1.7M-peso fine.
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politics
UK court clears woman of voicing support for Hamas in university speech
Sarah Cotte said her comments were not in support of Hamas, but in support of Palestinians' right to resist.
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general
Uproar in Niger state, 37 die in custody
In tonights programme, investigation is ongoing into the death in custody of thirty-seven people, accused of illegal mining in Nigeria. Also,Tunisia is emerging as a major boat-building hub, serving…
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general
Ahead of Yom Kippur, IDF bolsters forces on all fronts, while closing Gaza crossing
COGAT says Kerem Shalom will be closed on Sunday and Monday but that crossings continue to operate to meet needs identified by the international community
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science
Pentagon posts guidance for mandatory testosterone screening. Here's what it may mean
The Pentagon posted new guidance on Thursday for mandatory testosterone deficiency screening among male service members over age 30 in active duty or in the reserves.
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entertainment
Nigeria Wins Mambilla ICC Arbitration Ruling in Paris
The Mambilla ICC arbitration ruling in Paris rejected Sunrise Power's claims over the stalled hydropower project and awarded legal costs to Nigeria.
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technology
UN chief 'deeply regrets' US visa refused to Abbas for annual meeting
United Nations secretary general Antonio Guterres "deeply regrets" Washington's decision to deny a visa for the second year running to Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas, a UN spokesperson said Friday…
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general
Court reinstates $7B 'Solar for All' program axed by Trump
A federal court has rebuffed the Trump administration’s effort to slash a $7 billion program that seeks to provide rooftop solar power in disadvantaged communities. Judge Mary McElroy, a Trump…
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politics
Russian glide bomb hits apartment in Ukraine's Sumy, two dead, seven injured
Sept 18 - A Russian glide bomb hit an apartment building in the northern Ukrainian city of Sumy on Friday, killing two people and injuring seven, leaving three of them in serious condition, President…
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politics
Libya France Direct Flights Return After More Than a Decade
Libya France direct flights returned on 17 September 2026, as MedSky linked Tripoli, Paris and Benghazi. What changed, what is known, and what is not.
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business
Dangote Refinery Workforce Set to Nearly Double as Lagos Plant Grows
The Dangote Refinery workforce will practically double as the Lagos plant targets 1.4 million barrels per day by 2029, a senior executive said.
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politics
Miss Universe Puerto Rico Funds Allegation Reaches the Senate Over US$4.5 Million Paid
A Miss Universe Puerto Rico funds allegation reached the island's senate in September 2026, over US$4.5 million paid under an US$8.7 million contract.
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politics
MP calls on New Brunswick to reject proposed AI data centre in open letter to premier
Conservative MP John Williamson says the proposed AI centre in Saint John will trigger electricity rate hikes for nearby residents.
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technology
Saudi Arabia cancels oil shipments to European refineries
The kingdom's East-West Pipeline and Red Sea port of Yanbu have been attacked by drones, as fighting rages in Yemen Steam rises from chimneys of an oil refinery in Gdansk, northern Poland, on 3…
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business
This week on "Sunday Morning" (Sept. 20)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
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business
Mortgage rates are nearing 7%. One house hunter says he's "despondent."
"It seems like we're trying to climb out of a hole somebody else is digging," said one frustrated house hunter as homeownership costs rise.
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general
Russia seizes assets of Nestle, French firms over West’s Ukraine support
Kremlin defended the move as a justified measure against firms representing “unfriendly countries” that back Ukraine.
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entertainment
How Togolese people are reinventing political protest amid civil society crackdown
As in-person gatherings have become difficult to organize or too risky for citizens, online protest has become an increasingly common form of political dissent in Togo.
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politics
US appeals court rejects Trump policy allowing swift deportations to third countries
BOSTON, Sept 18 - A US federal appeals court rejected on Friday a policy adopted by President Donald Trump's administration that allows authorities to rapidly deport migrants to countries other than…
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entertainment
Book excerpt: "Go and Do Likewise" by Andy Beshear
The Democratic Governor of Kentucky writes about how the language of faith, which he believes has been co-opted by some politicians, can be used to bridge the nation's partisan divide.
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sports
Tonga claims Oceania netball championship title
Tonga finished the week-long competition undefeated.
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politics
Protesters plan to form human chain around Kennedy Center amid Trump's threats
Protesters are demanding Trump be removed as its chairman for failing to protect and manage it.
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business
Uncertainty hangs over Nackawic after pulp mill announces temporary shutdown
A pulp mill that's the backbone of a rural New Brunswick community's local economy is facing a closure that will impact hundreds of workers.
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general
Curfew imposed in Nigerian city after protests over deaths of detained miners
The victims were found dead on Thursday in the cells of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defense Corps (NSCDC), which had raided suspected illegal gold mines and locked up dozens of miners in Minna.
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politics
RFK Jr. tells anti-vaccine activists they have a "friend in the White House"
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at a conference hosted by an organization he once led that has promoted doubts about vaccines.
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politics
Trump bars CNN, MS NOW and Politico from White House
US President Donald Trump has accused CNN, MS NOW and Politico of spreading fake news.
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general
Saudi Aramco suspends European crude deliveries after East-West pipeline attack - report
The customers typically receive Saudi crude through long-term supply agreements, which provide regular monthly deliveries.
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politics
Likud files petition demanding Eisenkot's Yashar remove anti-Netanyahu campaign ads
Likud claims the videos present journalistic sources and Netanyahu’s remarks in a partial and misleading manner, amounting to “unfair interference” with the party’s election campaign.
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entertainment
Haifa International Film Festival brings celebrated cinema and classics to the Carmel
Major new films, a strong Israeli lineup, ambitious documentaries, Japanese masterpieces, and Streisand singing her heart out make this year’s Haifa International Film Festival a fantastic event.
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politics
President Trump, stand with Palestinian democracy - opinion
Mr. President, do not allow the door to Palestinian democracy to be closed again. Your public support can keep it open - and help change the future of the Middle East.
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business
Warren Buffett stepping aside as Berkshire Hathaway chairman
Warren Buffett is stepping aside as Berkshire Hathaway chairman, he announced in a letter to shareholders Friday.
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business
2 ships attacked in Strait of Hormuz as Trump grapples with his next move
U.K. navy reports more attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump says he's poised to make a "big decision" on whether to "annihilate" Iran's leadership.
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general
Audio captures moments before F-16 pilot ejects ahead of fiery Michigan crash
Audio captures messages from the wingman of a military F-16 fighter pilot who ejected before the jet crashed into a field in Michigan on Thursday.
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business
What Jim Cramer learned at NYC's flagship Apple Store for the iPhone 18 launch
The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.
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technology
Pakistan vows to defend ally Saudi 'to any extent'
Pakistan's military spokesman said his country will "go to any extent" to defend ally Saudi Arabia, as the kingdom comes under increased attack from Yemen's Houthi forces. Houthi forces this week…
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politics
Uefa & Concacaf demand Fifa pays $10m to all 211 members
Uefa and Concacaf issue a joint statement calling on Fifa to pay $10m from its cash reserves to each of the 211 member associations.
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politics
US NATO Envoy Whitaker Warns Patriot Shortage Means Washington, Allies Must 'Dig Deep'
Plans for Ukraine to produce Patriot interceptor missiles under license are “not going to solve this winter's problem” as it reels under Russian aerial bombardment, US ambassador to NATO told RFE/RL.
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politics
Israel’s next strategic surprise may not be a war - opinion
Israel’s next strategic surprise could be a dangerous political transformation in a neighboring country, a technological or military development we have failed to anticipate, or something different.
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general
On India's Semiconductor Aspirations, Ashwini Vaishnaw's Progress Report
Speaking with NDTV's Padmaja Joshi at Semicon India in New Delhi, Ashwini Vaishnaw said India had moved beyond its earlier ambitions and was now gaining confidence from the execution of projects on…
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technology
Flight chaos caused by software defect in space of a millisecond, report says
The failure led to more than 2,000 flights being cancelled and hundreds of thousands of passengers affected.
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politics
Russia labels acclaimed filmmaker Andrey Zvyagintsev a 'foreign agent'
MOSCOW, Sept 18 - Acclaimed Russian film director Andrey Zvyagintsev, who has repeatedly criticised Moscow's war in Ukraine, was designated on Friday as a \"foreign agent\", state news agency TASS…
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entertainment
Dozens of suspected illegal miners die in Nigerian custody
Authorities linked the deaths to disease, but this has been disputed by intelligence reports and relatives of the accused.
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politics
John Vanbrugh at 300: the man described as ‘the Shakespeare of architecture’
Blenheim Palace and Portrait of John Vanbrugh by Godfrey Kneller (1704). Inga Kebleryte/Shutterstock/National Portrait Gallery/Canva Every generation discovers its own heroes. I found mine in 2026. He…
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business
NSE IPO subscribed 1.16 times on Day 2 led by non-institutional investors, QIBs
The Rs 22,569-crore IPO has become India’s second-largest public issue, behind Hyundai Motor India’s Rs 27,870-crore offering in 2024. It has also moved past LIC’s Rs 21,000-crore IPO of 2022, but…
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science
COSI Telescope Comes Together
UC Berkeley engineers and managers watch as the COSI (Compton Spectrometer and Imager) detector assembly is slowly raised from a table in this July 8, 2026, image. The four pieces of silver material…
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technology
German police probe arson attack on Wuppertal synagogue
The man detained shortly after allegedly trying to set fire to Wuppertal's synagogue made antisemitic comments to the arresting officers, prosecutors say. The 37-year-old Afghan citizen also had…
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technology
FBI, Coast Guard boarded hacked oil tankers heading towards US coast
The feds are said to be investigating the compromise of the tankers' networks, which in one case interfered with one of the tanker's navigation and propulsion systems.
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business
Wendy's franchisee files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as burger chain struggles
One of Wendy's biggest U.S. franchisees, Meritage Hospitality Group, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
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general
Zara Larsson condemns White House for using ‘Midnight Sun’ in ICE video
'I’m just sad. I'm just really sad. That really makes me sad to see that, genuinely. My heart's heavy,' Zara Larsson said in response to the White House's TikTok video.
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technology
More than 100 Democratic operatives urge party leaders to reject AI cash
More than 170 Democratic organizers and campaign staff members are calling on the party's leaders to reject campaign donations from the pro-artificial intelligence super PAC Leading the Future (LTF)…
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politics
Poland joins anti-ballistic missile coalition with Ukraine
Sept 18 - Poland has joined an anti-ballistic missile coalition with Ukraine and other allies, Prime Minister Donald Tusk said on Friday.
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business
Diesel prices at record highs amid Strait of Hormuz disruption, Russia-Ukraine war
The average price for a gallon of diesel was still hovering around a record-high of $6.43 as of Friday morning, according to the latest data published by GasBuddy.
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general
Winnipeg woman accused of criminal harassment spanning 15 years
A 58-year-old Winnipeg woman was arrested for criminal harassment after police say she allegedly made unwanted contacts for more than a decade.
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