Biden response to Gaza was “inadequate,” Harris says in new book

In her new book 107 Days, Kamala Harris criticizes President Joe Biden for showing insufficient empathy toward civilians in Gaza killed by Israel following Hamas’ October 7 attacks. Harris writes that she urged Biden to show Palestinians the same compassion he showed for Ukrainians, but he failed to do so, focusing instead on his Zionist stance. She uses the book to distance herself from Biden, citing … Continue reading Biden response to Gaza was “inadequate,” Harris says in new book

France recognizes Palestine as Macron delivers speech at UN

French President Emmanuel Macron officially recognized Palestine during a UN speech, following a similar announcement by UK leader Sir Keir Starmer the day before. France joined Belgium, Malta, Monaco, and other nations in recognizing Palestinian statehood, prompting Israel’s criticism. Macron emphasized that recognizing Palestinian rights does not undermine Israel’s rights and called for a renewed Palestinian Authority with conditions such as reforms, a ceasefire, and … Continue reading France recognizes Palestine as Macron delivers speech at UN

San Francisco Bay Area jolted awake by 4.3 magnitude earthquake

A moderate 4.3 magnitude earthquake struck the San Francisco Bay Area early Monday, centered just east-southeast of Berkeley. The quake occurred shortly before 3 a.m. and was felt widely across the region. No injuries or major structural damage were reported, though some businesses experienced broken windows and fallen merchandise. BART trains ran with delays for several hours as safety inspections were conducted, returning to normal … Continue reading San Francisco Bay Area jolted awake by 4.3 magnitude earthquake

Copenhagen airport shut after ‘large’ drone incident

Two major European airports, Copenhagen and Oslo, were forced to close due to drones spotted nearby, causing flight disruptions. Copenhagen Airport shut down Monday evening after two to three UAVs were detected, halting takeoffs and landings. Police were deployed to investigate, and Danish fighter aircraft and helicopters responded to the situation. Over 35 flights bound for Copenhagen were diverted to nearby airports, including Malmö, Billund, … Continue reading Copenhagen airport shut after ‘large’ drone incident

Germany prepares to treat ‘1,000 injured soldiers a day’ in war with Russia

Germany has warned that up to 1,000 of its soldiers could be wounded daily if Russia launches a war on NATO. The Kremlin denies planning any conflict, but recent Russian incursions into Poland, Romania, and Estonia have heightened fears. Germany’s surgeon general, Ralf Hoffmann, emphasized that casualty numbers would depend on battle intensity and military units involved. Drawing lessons from Ukraine, European nations are enhancing … Continue reading Germany prepares to treat ‘1,000 injured soldiers a day’ in war with Russia

Tehran, Moscow to sign docs on building new nuke reactors in Iran

Russia and Iran are set to sign agreements this week to build new nuclear power units in Iran, according to Iran’s nuclear chief, Mohammad Eslami. Eslami, also Iran’s vice president, made the announcement during a visit to Moscow. Western governments accuse Iran of violating the 2015 nuclear deal aimed at preventing a weapons program, while Iran denies any such intention. Russia supports Iran’s right to … Continue reading Tehran, Moscow to sign docs on building new nuke reactors in Iran

UK, Poland vow to ‘confront’ Russian fighter jets

European NATO allies have vowed to shoot down any Russian aircraft violating their airspace after recent incursions. Poland’s leaders, including Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski and Prime Minister Donald Tusk, warned that any unauthorized aircraft would be destroyed without debate. Estonia reported a brief incursion by three Russian MiG-31 jets, following earlier drone breaches in Poland and Romania. NATO countries fear these violations signal Moscow testing … Continue reading UK, Poland vow to ‘confront’ Russian fighter jets

Trump says Murdochs are potential TikTok deal partners

President Trump said Rupert Murdoch, his son Lachlan, Oracle’s Larry Ellison, and Dell’s Michael Dell are likely to be involved in a U.S. deal to keep TikTok operational. The plan would give Americans control over six of the seven board members and the app’s algorithm, with Oracle overseeing U.S. data and privacy. Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping have discussed the deal, but China says … Continue reading Trump says Murdochs are potential TikTok deal partners

Porsche shares shed 7% after cutting outlook

European stocks edged lower Monday as investors reacted to U.S. President Trump’s surprise H-1B visa fee hike. The Stoxx 600 fell 0.2%, with auto stocks hardest hit—Porsche dropped 6.7% after lowering its 2025 profit forecast and delaying electric car launches, dragging Volkswagen down 5.5%. The new $100,000 visa fee, effective Sunday, has raised concerns for companies reliant on skilled foreign workers, drawing criticism from India, … Continue reading Porsche shares shed 7% after cutting outlook

Australia to overhaul comms after Optus emergency call failure linked to 4 deaths

Australia is reviewing its telecommunications sector after Optus failed to connect 624 emergency calls last week, linked to four deaths. The outage affected calls to “0-0-0,” Australia’s emergency number. Optus CEO Stephen Rue apologized, citing lapses in established processes. Communications Minister Anika Wells said the industry watchdog is investigating, and there will be consequences for Optus and other telecoms. Optus and Telstra have previously faced … Continue reading Australia to overhaul comms after Optus emergency call failure linked to 4 deaths

Japan’s Akatsuki Venus Orbiter Completes its Mission

JAXA’s Akatsuki orbiter, launched in 2010, became the agency’s first interplanetary mission and entered orbit around Venus in December 2015. For over eight years, it monitored the planet’s atmosphere, mapping clouds, detecting lightning, and measuring temperature and atmospheric structure using multiple instruments. Communication with the spacecraft was lost in April 2024, and JAXA officially ended the mission on September 18, 2025, after recovery attempts failed, … Continue reading Japan’s Akatsuki Venus Orbiter Completes its Mission

SpaceX launches 28 Starlink internet satellites from Florida’s Space Coast

SpaceX launched its 119th Falcon 9 mission of the year on Sept. 21, sending 28 Starlink satellites into orbit from Cape Canaveral. The rocket’s first stage, booster B1085, landed safely on the drone ship “A Shortfall of Gravitas” for its 11th flight, while the upper stage deployed the satellites about 64 minutes after liftoff. The company has also conducted four Starship test flights in 2025, … Continue reading SpaceX launches 28 Starlink internet satellites from Florida’s Space Coast

Cannabis companies kicked out of Colorado after reports of liver injuries

Three Colorado-based companies—Nuka Enterprises LLC, Sima Sciences LLC, and Nuka Properties LLC—will cease operations after settling a state lawsuit over their cannabis-based sleep aid, “Midnight Drops.” Consumers began reporting health issues in 2020, linked to herbal ingredients Corydalis and Stephania extracts, which may cause liver injury. Despite warnings, the companies continued selling the product, CBS News has reported. Under the settlement, they will pay a … Continue reading Cannabis companies kicked out of Colorado after reports of liver injuries

Lockheed’s Skunk Works unveils Vectis, a stealthy drone

Lockheed Martin’s secretive Skunk Works division unveiled its new drone wingman, Vectis, designed for surveillance, electronic warfare, precision strikes, and aerial combat. The aircraft, smaller than an F-16 but larger than the Common Multi-Mission Truck missile, is stealthy, reusable, runway-dependent, and compatible with other aircraft like the F-22 and F-35. Skunk Works emphasized that Vectis was developed over time, building on decades of experience with … Continue reading Lockheed’s Skunk Works unveils Vectis, a stealthy drone

Costco recalls poke sold under Kirkland Signature brand over possible listeria contamination

Over 3,300 pounds of Kirkland Signature Ahi Tuna Wasabi Poke sold at Costco have been recalled due to potential listeria contamination in the green onions used in the product. The recall was announced by Western United Fish Co. with FDA oversight after a supplier’s test on Sept. 17 came back positive for Listeria monocytogenes. No illnesses have been reported, but the bacteria can cause serious infections … Continue reading Costco recalls poke sold under Kirkland Signature brand over possible listeria contamination

European airports race to fix check-in glitch after hacking disruption

Several major European airports, including London’s Heathrow, Berlin, and Brussels, faced disruptions on Saturday after a cyberattack targeted Collins Aerospace, the provider of check-in and boarding systems. The hack caused long queues, flight cancellations, and delays, though operations were largely returning to normal by Sunday. RTX, Collins Aerospace’s parent company, described the incident as a “cyber-related disruption” affecting its MUSE software used by airlines. Airports … Continue reading European airports race to fix check-in glitch after hacking disruption

China leaves benchmark lending rates unchanged

China’s central bank kept its benchmark lending rates unchanged for the fourth month in a row, holding the one-year rate at 3.0% and the five-year rate at 3.5%, despite the U.S. Federal Reserve cutting rates last week. The decision aligns with expectations that authorities would avoid major stimulus amid a recent stock market rally, even as economic data show signs of slowdown. Retail sales and … Continue reading China leaves benchmark lending rates unchanged

Another dolphin dies at troubled Miami Seaquarium

Another dolphin, Bimini, has died at the Miami Seaquarium, a marine park facing ongoing criticism for repeated animal welfare violations, bankruptcy, and legal battles. Bimini, a 26-year-old Atlantic Bottlenose dolphin, died from chronic health issues, the Seaquarium said. The park has been protested for over a decade, with groups like PETA calling for its closure. Bimini was one of four dolphins the USDA had previously … Continue reading Another dolphin dies at troubled Miami Seaquarium

Erika Kirk breaks silence on seeking death penalty for ‘assassin’ Tyler Robinson

Charlie Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk, has said she will not personally push for the death penalty against her husband’s accused killer, Tyler Robinson, leaving the decision to the government. Robinson, 22, was charged with aggravated murder and other felonies in the September 10 assassination of the 31-year-old political activist at Utah Valley University. Erika Kirk, speaking to The New York Times, said her faith guides … Continue reading Erika Kirk breaks silence on seeking death penalty for ‘assassin’ Tyler Robinson

Bear attacks 90-year-old woman during rampage through Dollar General store

A 175lb female black bear went on a rampage through a Dollar General in Vernon, New Jersey, attacking a 90-year-old woman and a dog before being euthanized. The bear initially entered the store around 2 p.m., left, then returned two hours later, terrorizing a nearby restaurant and chasing employees. A real estate agent helped guide the bear out of the store before police arrived. The … Continue reading Bear attacks 90-year-old woman during rampage through Dollar General store

Patel says FBI investigating ‘possibility of accomplices’ in Kirk shooting

During Charlie Kirk’s memorial service, FBI Director Kash Patel said the bureau is “pursuing every lead” in the investigation of his assassination. Tyler Robinson, 22, has been charged with Kirk’s murder, but the FBI is examining the possibility of accomplices, including individuals linked to Robinson on Discord. Investigators are reviewing the shooting location, bullet trajectory, text messages, online chats, and potential hand signals near Kirk … Continue reading Patel says FBI investigating ‘possibility of accomplices’ in Kirk shooting

Man representing himself against charges of trying to kill Trump plans to call just 3 witnesses

Ryan Routh, charged with attempting to assassinate President Trump at his Florida golf course, is representing himself in federal court. Prosecutors rested after seven days and 38 witnesses, presenting evidence that Routh plotted the attack for weeks and aimed a rifle at a Secret Service agent, who fired, forcing him to flee. Routh has pleaded not guilty to multiple federal and state charges, including attempted … Continue reading Man representing himself against charges of trying to kill Trump plans to call just 3 witnesses

Sudden heavy rain in Southern California unleashes mudslides, 2-year-old drowns

Heavy rain east of Los Angeles triggered mudslides that damaged homes and trapped drivers in the San Bernardino Mountains. Ten people were rescued from stranded vehicles on State Route 38, while a 2-year-old boy drowned after floodwaters swept his family’s car away in Barstow. Mudslides affected Forest Falls, Oak Glen, and Potato Canyon, with one Forest Falls home buried under tree trunks. The storm dumped … Continue reading Sudden heavy rain in Southern California unleashes mudslides, 2-year-old drowns

Protesters clash with agents at Chicago ICE facility as official denies its closure

Protests at the ICE facility in Broadview, Illinois, continued into their second week as officers carried out deportation operations under “Operation Midway Blitz.” Demonstrators, including Abraham Aguirre, gathered to support family members detained at the center, waving and providing supplies as buses transported detainees, some headed for Mexico and Venezuela. Tensions flared as ICE agents used pepper balls against protesters, leading to a few arrests, … Continue reading Protesters clash with agents at Chicago ICE facility as official denies its closure

Trump imposes $100K fee on H-1B visas in new immigration action

President Donald Trump signed an executive action imposing a $100,000 application fee for H-1B visas to limit their use and encourage companies to hire American workers. He also introduced a “gold card” program that would fast-track visas for foreigners who pay $1 million, or $2 million if sponsored by a company. The measures aim to restrict access to foreign workers while prioritizing highly skilled or … Continue reading Trump imposes $100K fee on H-1B visas in new immigration action