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The UN Secretary-General criticized Russia’s war against Ukraine and the killing of civilians. He also warned of global divisions caused by conflicts, climate change and AI.
Trump opened a new helipad near the White House. Four television channels ignored the ceremony after CNN was barred from covering events.
"United Russia" may receive 355 out of 450 seats amid the war, restrictions on the opposition, and voting in the occupied territories of Ukraine. The EU did not recognize these elections.
Storm Fay near the Azores is expected to weaken by the end of the week. Odalys near Mexico could strengthen into a hurricane within a day.
The Houthis said they would not attack American ships in the Red Sea. They will continue military operations against Saudi Arabia.
More than 650 cases of West Nile virus have been registered in Italy—about half of the European total. Warming temperatures are lengthening the transmission season.
Russia’s economy has almost stopped growing, while the budget deficit has reached 2. 8% of GDP. Reserves are dwindling, and bond yields have reached 17%.
Russia is holding voting in the occupied parts of four regions of Ukraine. Kyiv called the elections illegal and urged others not to recognize them.
The crater, 222 meters in diameter, formed about two years ago after a piece of space debris crashed into the Moon. NASA confirmed the discovery in early 2026.
A damaged building collapsed in Gaza City, killing 12 people, including four children. Another 15 people were injured, with dozens more under the rubble.
The United States will remove hundreds of troops and equipment from Iraq, mostly to Jordan. Pro-Iranian groups are refusing to disarm.
The Trump administration will reallocate $52 million for Slovakia, North Macedonia, Tunisia and Iraq in favor of four countries in Central and South America.
The court allowed states to retain the existing rules for voting by mail in the midterm elections. Trump's plan could have made it more difficult to send millions of ballots.
Widow's Bay won 14 awards and was named best comedy, while The Pitt won the drama category for the second year in a row. Jean Smart won for Hacks for the fifth time.
The “Ark” organization received nearly eight times more inquiries in August than in May. There is no mass exodus like in 2022 so far.
The Houthis announced the capture of the Greater and Lesser Hanish Islands in the Red Sea. The offensive increases risks to Saudi exports and oil prices.
UAVs attacked the East-West oil pipeline after being launched from Maysan province. Saudi Arabia postponed its response pending Baghdad's investigation.
In Alaska, a 15-year-old boy was rescued after clinging to an overturned boat in 10-degree water for nearly two days. Two relatives died.
Trump honored the victims of the September 11 terrorist attacks near the Pentagon and highlighted the resilience of Americans. He called Iran the main sponsor of terrorism.
A couple and their 8- and 12-year-old daughters were killed in Beit Lahia. Israel said the target was a militant involved in attacks.
In Bukavu, 19 girls and 7 boys died in a fire at two schools. Dozens of children were injured, and the death toll may rise.
A fire broke out aboard the MV June Aster near Palawan: five people were killed and dozens are missing. 43 passengers were rescued.
Americans’ trust in official election results has fallen to 34%, compared with 40% in 2024. About 60% do not trust information from the U.S. government.
Starting September 29, the United States will restrict imports from Canada of dairy products, most alcohol and motorcycles. The decision was made in response to Ottawa's retaliatory tariffs.
Four paintings were stolen from the Renoir Museum in France; two were later found in the garden. The other two works are being sought, and an investigation is underway.
U. S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived at the Kremlin. They may meet with Vladimir Putin regarding the war in Ukraine.
Trump representatives Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff arrived in moscow and had lunch with Kirill Dmitriev. Later, they will meet with putin.
Trump's envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Moscow and headed to the city center. They plan to resume efforts to end the war.
Serena and Venus Williams lost to Chan and Joint in the first round of the US Open doubles. The sisters led 5–0 in the deciding tiebreak.
Link approached NASA’s Swift telescope to within 15 km and collected data. The rescue mission was canceled due to a lack of fuel after its reserves were lost.