Witkoff and Kushner hold Ukraine talks after meeting Putin

U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner traveled to Moscow and Kyiv in an effort to restart stalled peace negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. The two met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow for more than three hours, where they discussed possible ideas for a settlement, although no breakthrough was announced.  The envoys then traveled to Kyiv and held what Ukrainian … Continue reading Witkoff and Kushner hold Ukraine talks after meeting Putin

New Mexico governor rips Trump’s ‘New America’ post, says name ‘isn’t up for debate’

President Donald Trump suggested renaming the state of New Mexico to “New America” in a Truth Social post on Sunday, September 6. Trump shared a map showing the word “Mexico” crossed out and replaced with “America,” and the White House later reposted the image.  The post came after Trump had already ordered the names of the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Ontario changed to the Gulf of … Continue reading New Mexico governor rips Trump’s ‘New America’ post, says name ‘isn’t up for debate’

Jamaica takes its case for reparations for Britain’s role in slavery to King Charles III

Jamaica has formally taken its campaign for slavery reparations to King Charles III, asking him to refer legal questions about Britain’s responsibility for the trans-Atlantic slave trade to the Privy Council.  The petition seeks to have the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council, which serves as the highest court for several former British colonies, consider whether Britain bears legal responsibility for damages connected to slavery. … Continue reading Jamaica takes its case for reparations for Britain’s role in slavery to King Charles III

Germany’s Merz shocked by AfD state election triumph

The far-right Alternative for Germany, or AfD, won a major victory in Germany’s Saxony-Anhalt state election, receiving 43.8% of the vote and winning 39 of the legislature’s 83 seats.  The party fell three seats short of an outright majority, meaning it cannot govern alone and must find support from other lawmakers to form a government. The result was a major setback for Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s … Continue reading Germany’s Merz shocked by AfD state election triumph

Illinois mother texted friends about Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial hours before killing her 2-year-old

Corie Walsh, a 40-year-old Illinois mother, has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of her 2-year-old son, Barrett, in Frankfort, Illinois.  According to court documents, a neighbor found the child unresponsive in the family’s basement and began CPR before he was taken to a hospital, where he died from asphyxia.  The neighbor also found Walsh in a bathtub with self-inflicted knife wounds, and … Continue reading Illinois mother texted friends about Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial hours before killing her 2-year-old

LAPD makes nearly 70 arrests in massive street takeover bust

The Los Angeles Police Department carried out a large-scale operation against an illegal street takeover in Harbor Gateway, arresting nearly 70 people and issuing 570 citations.  More than 150 officers surrounded a crowd of over 700 people at the intersection of South Figueroa Street and West Alondra Boulevard, using buses to transport those arrested and a fleet of tow trucks to remove vehicles. Police said … Continue reading LAPD makes nearly 70 arrests in massive street takeover bust

Armed man reported to have lunged at Democratic candidate for Ohio governor

Democratic Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton was confronted by an armed man who lunged toward her during a campaign event at the Canfield Fair near Youngstown on Sunday.  The suspect, identified as 38-year-old Patrick Havas, pushed through a crowd toward Acton, knocking several people to the ground and injuring multiple attendees. Authorities said Havas was carrying two handguns and brass knuckles, along with a taser, … Continue reading Armed man reported to have lunged at Democratic candidate for Ohio governor

Hurricane warning issued for western Hawaii as Lowell approaches

Hurricane Lowell, a powerful Category 3 storm with winds of 115 mph, is approaching western Hawaii and has prompted a hurricane warning for Kauai and Niihau.  The storm is expected to pass just west of the main Hawaiian Islands Monday night while gradually weakening, although forecasters expect it to remain a hurricane as it moves past the islands. Lowell could bring 6 to 10 inches … Continue reading Hurricane warning issued for western Hawaii as Lowell approaches

Federal investigators probe Amazon cargo jet’s fiery runway crash that killed 5 in Miami

An Amazon cargo plane crashed at Miami International Airport on Sunday after overrunning the runway, killing at least five people and injuring five others.  The Boeing 767, operated by 21 Air for Amazon, had arrived from San Juan, Puerto Rico, when it struck several vehicles after leaving the runway and burst into flames. More than 60 emergency-response units rushed to the scene as firefighters battled … Continue reading Federal investigators probe Amazon cargo jet’s fiery runway crash that killed 5 in Miami

Indonesia volcano eruption leaves 270,000 stranded as airports extend closure

A powerful eruption of Indonesia’s Anak Krakatau volcano has disrupted air travel, leaving around 270,000 passengers affected and grounding more than 2,000 flights.  The volcano, located in the Sunda Strait between Java and Sumatra, has sent volcanic ash thousands of feet into the atmosphere, reaching areas around Jakarta and forcing several airports to close.  Schools in several affected regions have moved classes online, while authorities have advised … Continue reading Indonesia volcano eruption leaves 270,000 stranded as airports extend closure

War criminal Mladic is buried as a hero in Serbia despite EU warnings

Ratko Mladic, the former Bosnian Serb military commander convicted of genocide and other war crimes, was buried in Serbia on Monday with military honors and a large crowd in attendance.  Mladic died last week while serving a life sentence for his role in the 1995 Srebrenica massacre, the siege of Sarajevo and other atrocities during the Bosnian War. Many Serbs continue to view Mladic as … Continue reading War criminal Mladic is buried as a hero in Serbia despite EU warnings

As Nepal identifies those killed in the floods, questions grow over China’s reporting

Nepal is dealing with severe flooding and landslides that have caused major destruction and raised concerns about the reliability of information coming out of the country. The disaster has highlighted questions about how China is reporting on the situation, particularly because of Beijing’s close relationship with Nepal and its influence over regional information. Reports and images coming from affected areas have been difficult to independently … Continue reading As Nepal identifies those killed in the floods, questions grow over China’s reporting

North Korea deploys warship ‘capable of annihilating retaliatory strikes’

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has formally deployed a new warship called the Kang Kon, saying it is capable of delivering devastating retaliatory strikes against an enemy.  The destroyer was commissioned at the eastern port of Wonsan as North Korea continues efforts to strengthen and modernize its navy. North Korea said the Kang Kon carries the same weapons systems as the 5,000-ton Choe Hyon, which analysts … Continue reading North Korea deploys warship ‘capable of annihilating retaliatory strikes’

Israeli strikes on southern Lebanese town kill 12 as fears of escalation mount

Israeli airstrikes on the southern Lebanese town of Kfar Rumman killed at least 11 people, including two children and two medics, according to Lebanese state media.  One strike destroyed a three-story residential building, killing nine people and injuring five others, while a separate drone strike hit a civilian vehicle carrying two medics. The strikes came as Israel continues military operations against Hezbollah despite a U.S.-brokered … Continue reading Israeli strikes on southern Lebanese town kill 12 as fears of escalation mount

Astronomers discover mysterious 10-sided cloud structure at Saturn’s south pole

Astronomers have discovered a massive, mysterious 10-sided atmospheric structure, known as a decagon, surrounding Saturn’s south pole. The feature was identified using NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope, with observations showing that it began emerging by at least 2023 and has become more pronounced over time. The decagon sits within one of Saturn’s powerful jet streams and extends through multiple layers of the planet’s atmosphere. Scientists say … Continue reading Astronomers discover mysterious 10-sided cloud structure at Saturn’s south pole

A pair of spacecraft draw closer to Mercury after nearly decade-long voyage

The European and Japanese BepiColombo spacecraft have separated from their main cruiser and entered the final stage of their nearly decade-long journey to Mercury. The spacecraft, launched in 2018, has traveled more than 6 billion miles and completed nine planetary flybys to slow down enough to enter Mercury’s orbit. BepiColombo is expected to reach Mercury’s orbit in November, with the two scientific orbiters separating in … Continue reading A pair of spacecraft draw closer to Mercury after nearly decade-long voyage

Microsoft to impose time limits on Xbox cloud gaming subscribers

Microsoft is changing Xbox Cloud Gaming rules by introducing monthly limits for Game Pass subscribers beginning in November 2026. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate subscribers will receive 15 hours of cloud gaming per month, while Premium subscribers will get 10 hours and Essential subscribers 5 hours. Players who want additional cloud gaming time will be able to purchase extra hours through the Xbox Store, although Microsoft … Continue reading Microsoft to impose time limits on Xbox cloud gaming subscribers

Lululemon stock plunges 15% on disappointing earnings and outlook

Lululemon reported disappointing second-quarter results, with revenue falling 4% to about $2.42 billion and comparable sales dropping 9%. Sales in the Americas declined 8%, while the company’s signature leggings saw sales fall roughly 20% amid weaker demand and increased competition. Lululemon lowered its full-year revenue forecast to between $10.35 billion and $10.5 billion, compared with its previous estimate of up to $11.15 billion. The company’s … Continue reading Lululemon stock plunges 15% on disappointing earnings and outlook

Frozen berries sold at Walmart recalled in E. coli outbreak

Walmart is recalling a specific lot of Great Value Organic Triple Berry Blend frozen berries because they may be contaminated with E. coli O145. The recalled 10-ounce bags contain strawberries, blackberries and blueberries and were sold at select Walmart stores in 16 states. The recall is part of a broader investigation into an E. coli outbreak that has sickened 17 people in Florida and Georgia, … Continue reading Frozen berries sold at Walmart recalled in E. coli outbreak

Volkswagen announces it will cut 100,000 jobs by 2030

Volkswagen has approved plans that could eliminate about 100,000 jobs worldwide by 2030 as part of a major restructuring effort. The additional 50,000 job cuts will come on top of reductions already agreed to, potentially affecting roughly 15% of Volkswagen’s global workforce. The company is facing declining sales in China, strong competition from Chinese automakers, high costs and the impact of U.S. tariffs. Volkswagen also … Continue reading Volkswagen announces it will cut 100,000 jobs by 2030

Trump promises to campaign for Republicans and says they have a winning midterm message

President Donald Trump is urging vulnerable Republican lawmakers to campaign on his administration’s record as they prepare for the 2026 midterm elections. Speaking at a White House dinner, Trump said Republicans have a strong message for voters, pointing to economic investment, lower drug prices and reduced border crossings. He acknowledged that Republicans face difficult races and pledged to personally campaign in about 35 key House … Continue reading Trump promises to campaign for Republicans and says they have a winning midterm message

US House passes bill penalizing universities that participate in boycott of Israel

The U.S. House has passed a Republican-backed bill that would penalize universities that participate in boycotts of Israel or restrict academic exchanges with Israeli students and institutions. The Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act passed 237-169, with 33 Democrats joining Republicans in support. The legislation would require universities receiving federal student aid or certain international education funding to certify that they do not participate in … Continue reading US House passes bill penalizing universities that participate in boycott of Israel

House Democrats block constitutional amendment to lock Supreme Court at 9 justices

House Democrats blocked a Republican-backed constitutional amendment that would have permanently limited the U.S. Supreme Court to nine justices. The measure failed in a 212-206 vote, falling well short of the two-thirds majority required for a constitutional amendment. Republicans argued the amendment was necessary to prevent Democrats from expanding the court if they regain control of Congress and the White House. Democrats opposed the proposal … Continue reading House Democrats block constitutional amendment to lock Supreme Court at 9 justices

‘I wouldn’t call it a war,’ Vance says after Iran hostilities flare

Vice President JD Vance refused to describe the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict as a “war,” despite renewed military strikes and tensions in the region. Vance argued that major combat operations ended weeks ago and characterized the recent violence as isolated flare-ups rather than an active war. He declined to provide a timeline for when the conflict will end, saying its conclusion depends largely on Iran stopping … Continue reading ‘I wouldn’t call it a war,’ Vance says after Iran hostilities flare

Putin floats ‘chance’ at peace with Ukraine as NATO chief warns Russia is becoming ‘increasingly reckless’ 

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia remains open to peace negotiations with Ukraine but warned that Moscow is prepared to continue fighting if a settlement cannot be reached. Putin argued that Russia’s security concerns, particularly regarding NATO and Ukraine’s potential military alignment with the alliance, must be addressed in any agreement. He also criticized increased European defense spending and efforts by NATO members to strengthen … Continue reading Putin floats ‘chance’ at peace with Ukraine as NATO chief warns Russia is becoming ‘increasingly reckless’