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The Trump administration has intensified its campaign against Harvard University, imposing new restrictions on federal student aid funds. The U.S. Department of Education has placed Harvard under enhanced monitoring for funds and is demanding the opening of a $36 million letter of credit.
In Boston, the historic 112-year-old Church of the Blessed Sacrament, which has been vacant for 20 years, will be converted into 55 affordable housing units. All units are intended for people with incomes below the area's average, and six of them are reserved for the homeless.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with US President Donald Trump next week on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. The purpose of the meeting is to persuade the US administration to join the security guarantee system and discuss sanctions against Russia.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with Donald Trump at the UN General Assembly to discuss security guarantees and sanctions against Russia. Zelenskyy emphasized his readiness to meet with Putin and called for joint decisions on shooting down drones.
A group of US senators has introduced a bill that expands sanctions against Russian energy, targeting the "shadow fleet" of oil tankers. The document also provides for sanctions against Russian liquefied natural gas projects in the Arctic.
Federal law enforcement officers in Chicago used tear gas and pepper balls to disperse about 100 protesters near the Immigration and Customs Enforcement building. Demonstrators tried to block the entry and exit of government SUVs and chanted the name of Silverio Villegas Gonzalez, who was fatally shot by an immigration officer.
The US is trying to include India's purchases of Russian oil in trade talks, despite growing demand in India. India is pushing for the removal of additional duties on Russian energy, citing energy security.
The US is reducing supplies of some types of weapons to Europe due to a shortage of Patriot missiles and changing priorities. The Pentagon has reported a shortage of some types of weapons and is blocking new requests from Europe.
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order on a special Gold Card visa program. It allows wealthy foreigners to fast-track their right to live and work in the US in exchange for a financial contribution.
The administration of US President Donald Trump has asked Congress to approve the sale of nearly $6 billion worth of weapons to Israel. The proposal includes 30 AH-64 Apache helicopters and 3,250 infantry fighting vehicles.
The Pentagon is introducing new rules for journalists: they will be able to access information only if it is approved by the U. S. government. This rule will come into effect within the next two to three weeks.
US President Donald Trump commented on the invasion of Estonian airspace by three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets, stating that he does not like it and it could become a big problem. He also announced negotiations on regaining control of Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan.
US Central Command reported the elimination of Omar Abdul Kader, a high-ranking ISIS militant who posed a direct threat to the US. His elimination disrupts the terrorist organization's ability to plan new terrorist attacks.
Elon Musk's company Neuralink plans to begin clinical trials in October of a technology that allows translating thoughts into text using brain implants. The US Food and Drug Administration has granted permission for these trials.
In Brooklyn, 95-year-old Halyna Smirnova, a dementia patient, is accused of beating to death 89-year-old Ukrainian Nina Kravtsova. The incident occurred in a nursing home, where Smirnova, according to the investigation, delivered the fatal blow with a wheelchair pedal.
US President Donald Trump will host Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on September 25 at the White House. The parties will discuss trade, including the purchase of Boeing aircraft and an F-16 agreement, as well as continued negotiations on the F-35.
Ukraine's Ambassador to the US, Olha Stefanishyna, met with US President's Special Representative General Keith Kellogg. They discussed a large-scale drone deal proposed by Ukraine to the US, and preparations for the 80th session of the UN General Assembly.
As the Russian dictator's spokesman noted, the United States and President Trump personally retain their political will and intention to continue making efforts to facilitate a Ukrainian settlement.
UNN offers a selection of five thrilling action series to watch on September weekends. Among them: "The Night Agent", "The Englishwoman", "Black Doves", "Cross" and "Treadstone".
US President Donald Trump had a productive conversation with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, discussing trade, fentanyl, and the war in Ukraine. They also agreed to meet at the APEC summit in South Korea and for Trump to visit China next year.
US President Donald Trump announced a visit to China early next year after a conversation with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The parties also agreed to meet at the APEC summit in South Korea.
A high-ranking French military-space official has reported an increase in hostile activity in space, particularly from Russia, reflecting conflicts on Earth. Western countries note the rapid development of China's space programs and the increasing number of anti-satellite weapons in orbit.
NATO fighter jets shot down several Russian drones that violated Polish airspace. American and Western intelligence agencies cannot conclude whether this was an accident or an intentional test of the alliance's defenses.
Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer Xiaomi is recalling 116,877 SU7 cars produced from February 6, 2024, to August 30, 2025, due to software errors in the driver assistance system. The company will fix the problems with an over-the-air update.
US President Donald Trump held a phone conversation with Chinese President Xi Jinping. The leaders are likely to reach an agreement on TikTok, which will allow the app to remain in the US.
Spanish Economy Minister Carlos Cuerpo has expressed support for EU efforts to monetize frozen Russian assets to finance Ukraine. Spain is also working to reduce imports of Russian liquefied natural gas by diversifying supplies.
Celine Song's romantic comedy "Materialists" became the first independent film of 2025 to surpass $100 million at the global box office. The film grossed $101.3 million as of September 19, against a budget of $20 million.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov stated that Russia plans to increase the number of attacks on Ukraine to a thousand per day. Ukraine needs additional air defense systems and funding for interceptors.
Singer Adele has received an offer to perform at the halftime show of the Super Bowl 2026 final game, but her participation has not yet been confirmed. Other candidates for the performance include Taylor Swift and Miley Cyrus.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov stated that the exchange of prisoners of war between Russia and Ukraine is ongoing. Further steps regarding a ceasefire are expected after trilateral and bilateral meetings in Washington.