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Nepal’s Flood Relief Workers Feel the Pain of Trump’s Cuts to U.S.A.I.D.
The agency played an important role in responding to earlier disasters like the 2015 earthquake. But the U.S. and other countries have pulled back, Nepali offi…
Senator's daughter wins Democratic nod in closely watched race to replace outgoing Dem incumbent
Stefany Shaheen defeated Maura Sullivan and a crowded Democratic field in the NH primary to replace Chris Pappas, who is pursuing a Senate bid.
State of play: Retiring Dem senator’s daughter holds slight lead in closely watched race
Stefany Shaheen and Maura Sullivan remain locked in a too-close-to-call New Hampshire primary as Chris Pappas vacates the seat for a Senate bid.
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Data shows Amazon jet’s key braking systems did not deploy during deadly Miami crash: NTSB
The NTSB said the cargo jet’s wheel brakes were applied, but its speed brakes and thrust reversers …
The Theme Park at the Heart of France’s Culture War
The Puy du Fou is one of France’s most visited theme parks. Its founder says it gives the French a …
Iran Signals Readiness to Escalate War With U.S. Amid Rising Economic Pressure
The Iranian government is taking an increasingly aggressive approach as it confronts a growing econ…
LSU leaves former pro-athletes off final roster, one night before SEC takes Lane Kiffin and Tigers to court
The LSU Tigers finalized their 105-player roster without former Ole Miss players Dae'Quan Wright an…
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TSA brings back gate access for some people without plane tickets 25 years after 9/11
The move is a start toward reviving a tradition that largely disappeared after the Sept. 11, 2001, …
U.S. military says it destroyed 5 Iranian oil tankers after attacks on Navy warship
The U.S. military said it destroyed five Iranian oil tankers on Tuesday in response to the latest a…
Three Jurors in Clancy Trial Describe Frustration With Holdout
The three jurors, who voted to acquit Lindsay Clancy of murder, described the tense deliberations i…
Trump’s Ability to Channel Voter Concerns Is Tested as Republicans Gather in Dallas
As Republicans face down tough midterm elections, President Trump has appeared out of step with the…
Europe
Reform UK says migrant deal was ratified by far-right National Rally president
Agreement between Nigel Farage and Jordan Bardella to return migrants to France faces backlash, wit…
Putin rejects mobilization rumors, many Russians unconvinced
Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has dismissed rumors about military mobilization. But many Russia…
European democracies are running out of time to turn away from the abyss | Rafael Behr
Far-right parties, Maga ideology and Kremlin money are conniving to suffocate liberal idealism for …
Europeans want a united Europe but question whether it can get there, study finds
A continent-wide crisis of confidence is creating fertile ground for far-right narratives of declin…
Asia
Why Vijay's gold ring scheme may miss its September 15 launch
In a surprising move, Tamil Nadu's chief minister has chosen to delay the launch of a gold ring ini…
'How dare they?' SC slams Greater Noida magistrate for sending notice to CJP protester
'Attack on one is attack on all': Pakistan warns Houthis, invokes Mecca defence pact
Florida wildlife centre brings endangered lemurs to help restore Madagascar forest
In North Florida, a wildlife center is now home to four red-ruffed lemurs, whose presence aids in f…
Africa
Africa: All of Africa Today - September 9, 2026
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'You're not alone in the darkness': Gambia president urges calm after violent blackout protests
The country has endured persistent blackouts since June, with residents saying some have lasted as …
Kenya: Crackdown on Foreign Traders Prompts Xenophobia Fears
[DW] Concerns about xenophobia are rising in Kenya after President William Ruto ordered a crackdown…
South Africa: Fake Toys Raise Safety and Job Concerns - South African News Briefs - September 9, 2026
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Oceania
'There will be no turning back': Murder co-conspirator reveals details of Ellerslie homicide
The details of a vicious attack on Auckland couple Fuk-Fu Joseph Kwok and his wife Mei Han Chong in…
'Taking away my rights': Resident to fell giant tree before council rule change
A home owner in Perth’s south plans to cut down a “beast” of a tree, a 20-metre-tall Norfolk Pine, …
AI company deal with AFL club defended by team boss
The Tasmania Devils have signed a six-year sponsorship deal with artificial intelligence infrastruc…
Trump administration to confront Australia over Labor’s social media algorithm plan
White House warns trading partners against ‘imposing digital services taxes, fines, and other forms…
South America
Rubio hails Colombia's new pro-Trump leader De la Espriella on first stop of Latin American tour
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio pledged closer security cooperation with Bogota on the first stop…
‘It’s hell’: father of slain Australian surfers tells Mexico homicide trial about identifying sons’ bodies
Three men are on trial over the death of brothers Jake and Callum Robinson and their friend, US cit…
Trump veta la compra de varios productos de Canadá y agrava la guerra comercial
La prohibición, que incluye motocicletas, derivados lácteos y licores, entrará en vigor el próximo …
Bienvenidos a la ‘Trump-a-palooza’, la insólita convención con la que los republicanos tratan de salvar las elecciones legislativas de noviembre
Decenas de candidatos de distritos reñidos se saltan el cónclave MAGA, convocado a mayor gloria de …
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Utah
Salt Lake City emerges as leading contender for MLB expansion - ABC4 Utah
Salt Lake City emerges as leading contender for MLB expansion ABC4 Utah
Salt Lake City emerges as leading contender for MLB expansion
Major League Baseball (MLB) could soon begin the process of expanding from 30 teams to 32 teams, an…
MLB Expansion After 30 Years: Salt Lake City, Nashville - chosun.com
MLB Expansion After 30 Years: Salt Lake City, Nashville chosun.com
Idaho
Marla Bair Obituary (1945 - 2026) - Boise, ID - Idaho Press Tribune - Legacy obituary
Marla Bair Obituary (1945 - 2026) - Boise, ID - Idaho Press Tribune Legacy obituary
‘South Park’ rebrands as ‘South America’ for new season as show roasts Trump’s renaming spree
By Hanna Park, CNN (CNN) — “South Park” is changing its name in what is the latest satirical jab at…
El optimismo de Ucrania en el campo de batalla se desvanece a medida que Rusia amenaza su “cinturón de fortalezas”
Por Ivana Kottasová y Kosta Gak, CNN Iryna Rybakova es terriblemente consciente de que el frente av…
Wyoming
Continuing education requirements among updates considered to Casper building codes - Oil City News
Continuing education requirements among updates considered to Casper building codes Oil City News
September 8 recap: Wyoming news you may have missed today - Casper Star-Tribune
September 8 recap: Wyoming news you may have missed today Casper Star-Tribune
TSA brings back gate access for some people without plane tickets 25 years after 9/11 - WyomingNews.com
TSA brings back gate access for some people without plane tickets 25 years after 9/11 WyomingNews.c…
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Feminist activist and journalist Gloria Steinem dies, aged 92
Her foundation said she "passed away peacefully" at her home in New York City, "surrounded by many …
Gloria Steinem, feminist icon and journalist, dies at 92
"Gloria’s near-century on earth were years well-lived," an official social media account said.
How Gloria Steinem changed the lives of generations of women
The trailblazing feminist spoke out for the legalisation of abortion, same-sex marriage and equal p…
More than 80 migrants feared dead after boat rescued off Canary Islands
Rescuers found 44 survivors on board the vessel but bad weather meant they had to leave five bodies…
Gloria Steinem, groundbreaking feminist campaigner, dies aged 92
Prolific author campaigned against domestic violence, female genital mutilation, pornography and th…
John Fetterman, Republican Senator From Pennsylvania?
Trump cuts migrant population by nearly 3 million; total U.S. population likely to drop
President Trump has cut the illegal immigrant population by 2.3 million since he took office, accor…
‘We continue to suffer’: victims of apartheid-era Sharpeville massacre demand compensation
Claim relating to 1960 attack on hundreds of protesters part of wave of litigation over apartheid c…
