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A federal judge has ordered the White House to restore press credentials for CNN, MS NOW and Politico for 14 days, and television networks have resumed pool filming after briefly halting coverage in protest. The pause had left major presidential events with no independent TV footage; networks returned after the court ruling and internal assurances today, Fri, 25 Sep 2026.
A large microalgae bloom has clogged intake systems at five of Israel’s six coastal desalination plants, forcing temporary shutdowns and reduced output. Scientists link the bloom to currents from the Nile Delta and warm sea temperatures; some experts say untreated sewage from Gaza has increased nutrient loads. Authorities have mobilised backup supplies and restricted agricultural use while plants recover.
A far-right activist, Daniel Thomas, has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage with intent to endanger life after a video shows him slashing an inflatable boat in the English Channel. The probe follows a record influx of migrants crossing from France, with authorities vowing urgent reviews and intensified cross-border cooperation.
The Iran‑aligned Houthis have seized Yemen’s Red Sea coast, taken Mayyun and the Hanish islands and captured Mocha. Government‑aligned forces, backed by Saudi air strikes, have counterattacked around Taiz and the Kahboub mountains. The offensive has killed hundreds, displaced tens of thousands and pushed oil prices above $100 a barrel.
Palestinian communities in the West Bank face intensified demolitions and settler attacks as Israeli forces expand enforcement in Masafer Yatta and nearby areas. Reports describe home demolitions, confiscation of livestock, and restrictions on movement, with children among those displaced.
The Harvest Moon will be visible across the UK this weekend as September’s full moon peaks, following the autumnal equinox which has begun astronomical autumn in the northern hemisphere. Forecasters say brighter skies will prevail in parts of southern England, with unsettled conditions possible elsewhere.
Saudi Arabia has convened the chiefs of staff from Turkey and Pakistan to plan practical support under the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement after weeks of Houthi missile and drone strikes. Military leaders have agreed to deepen intelligence sharing, integrate defensive capabilities and begin translating the pact into operational cooperation.
The 24-year-old batsman, named in reports as Robin Das, has been charged with two counts of rape following an incident investigated by police. He is currently suspended by Essex County Cricket Club while legal proceedings continue.
Houthi forces have seized large stretches of Yemen's Red Sea coast and islands, tightened control over the Bab al‑Mandeb shipping lane and have launched missiles, drones and ballistic rounds at Saudi cities including Riyadh and Yanbu. Saudi air defences have said they have intercepted strikes; residents have reported explosions and smoke. The advance has disrupted shipping and pushed global energy markets higher.
The Jockey Club has ruled that the horse known as Austrian Painter, after winning its debut at Horseshoe Indianapolis, must be renamed Merrylegs. The decision follows a formal complaint about the name, which the body says is ineligible under rules banning names likely to be offensive or threatening. The horse’s full sister, originally named New Order, is also being renamed.
Poland's prime minister has warned intelligence shows Russia is preparing hybrid drone and missile strikes that will be framed as accidents to weaken NATO's collective defence. European governments and NATO commanders are reinforcing air defences, planning infrastructure protections and holding consultations as cross‑border strikes and covert sabotage have increased since 2025.
A shipment of F-35 components has been diverted to Hong Kong after leaving Australia. The components, including a radar-deflecting cockpit canopy and a weapons-bay door, are being investigated by the Pentagon and Lockheed Martin. Australia says the parts are not sensitive and are working with the US to recover them. The incident occurs amid increased scrutiny of the F-35 program and its global supply chain.
England has sealed a 3-0 T20 series win over Sri Lanka after a dominant performance, with Rashid sidelined by a hand injury and Rehan Ahmed stepping in for the remainder of the series. Tom Banton has opened in Bethell’s absence.
The Women’s Champions League begins with Barcelona and Lyonnes fielding ambitious lineups, Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester City eyeing European glory, and questions about homegrown pathways amid a wave of international talent.
China’s Xi Jinping is welcomed by Donald Trump at Joint Base Andrews for a three-day state visit featuring a White House arrival ceremony, a state dinner, and talks on strategic stability, trade and tech, as leaders seek to project diplomacy against a backdrop of global tensions.
FIFA President Infantino has proposed an independent external review of FIFA’s governance and a structured consultation with confederations and member associations. The move comes after backlash over the aborted FIFA Forward Enterprise and amid calls for leadership changes as Infantino seeks re-election.
Dolly Parton Day is being celebrated worldwide. Proclamations highlight Parton’s literacy advocacy, with events from Nashville to Manhattan, and charitable book donations through the Imagination Library continuing to broaden access to children’s reading.
The DC Circuit Court has upheld the Pentagon’s designation of Anthropic as a supply-chain risk, keeping restrictions on Anthropic’s military work in place. The decision follows a drawn-out legal battle over AI use in national security and mass surveillance, with potential implications for Anthropic’s planned IPO.
AI executives have publicly urged coordinated safety measures and pacing of development at the UN, arguing for international standards while some leaders push for industry-led safeguards and limited government intervention. The discussion follows recent incidents and ongoing regulatory talks across major tech firms.
Rapper Macklemore has been dropped from Ed Sheeran’s US Loop Tour after pro-Palestine remarks, prompting other acts to withdraw and drawing scrutiny of venue owners and promoters. Ed Sheeran says the decision was promoter-driven, not his, while fans and artists weigh in on free speech, sponsorship, and accountability. The tour resumes in Philadelphia with uncertainty over lineup and ticketing.
The Bundibugyo-strain Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has infected at least 7,890 people and killed about 3,799, spreading across seven provinces and 63 health zones. WHO officials have reported declines in parts of Ituri but large increases in North Kivu; conflict, displacement and staff shortages are preventing effective contact tracing and care.
Vice President Kamala Harris has appeared with Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El‑Sayed at a Detroit-area roundtable on Black maternal health as Democrats push to flip a pivotal Michigan Senate seat now less than six weeks from Election Day. El‑Sayed has faced criticism over his positions on Israel; Harris is aiming to boost turnout among Black voters in Wayne County.
The Department of Homeland Security has released a national plan to bolster election security, while President Trump continues pressing for stricter voting rules and broader scrutiny of voter rolls. Officials say the plan aims to protect voting systems and reassure the public as states prepare for the midterms. Early voting is under way in several states.
Nepal’s flash floods, caused by a collapsing glacier and accelerating glacier melt, have killed more than 1,400 people and left thousands missing. The disaster is exposing gaps in climate adaptation funding, with aid programs cut and reconstruction costs estimated in the billions. Experts warn that rising temperatures are intensifying hazards across the Himalayas.
Federal authorities have charged five people tied to Russia’s intelligence services in a global plot to surveil and kill dissidents and to attack infrastructure in Europe. The network has recruited individuals in the United States and abroad since 2024, with at least one plot in Washington, DC. Several defendants remain at large as investigations continue.
Pope Leo has begun a four-day state visit to France, meeting President Emmanuel Macron, addressing officials at the Élysée and UNESCO and celebrating services at Notre-Dame. He has warned that artificial intelligence must remain at the service of people and reiterated the Church’s opposition to assisted dying and other practices he says undermine human dignity. Crowds have lined his route and large public events are planned, including a mass at Place de la Concorde and meetings in Lourdes and Metz.
Subpoenas have been issued to former FBI employees in Fort Pierce, Florida, as the Justice Department pursues a broad conspiracy theory. The investigation is expanding beyond ties to Russia and includes the Mar-a-Lago documents case. Lawyers say the order from Judge Aileen Cannon creates a clash over testimony and non-public information, with immunity discussions looming.
A 29-year-old Jackson mother, Tasia Fortune, has been found dead behind an abandoned home. Police have arrested two Black men on murder charges, with a third suspect sought. Authorities say the death is a homicide, and the case has drawn attention for echoes of lynching in the region.
Harvey Weinstein has been resentenced in New York after his 2020 conviction was overturned on appeal. A second jury has found him guilty again in 2025, and he now faces sentencing in a continuing legal saga that has dominated Hollywood and #MeToo conversations for years.
The federal judge has granted a temporary restraining order lifting the ban on CNN, Politico and MS NOW from White House access, while detailing due process standards and reaffirming press freedom amid clashes with President Trump over coverage.
Acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao has told Senator Kirsten Gillibrand that eight sailors across the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group attempted suicide during an extended deployment. The Lincoln spent roughly 286 days at sea, faced supply and hygiene problems, and disembarked in Thailand on 1 September. Cao said there were no deaths and that medical and mental-health care remained available aboard.
The Central African Republic figures said to be by ICC: Said has been found guilty on four counts including torture and persecution, linked to a Bangui prison where Bozizé supporters were beaten. Witnesses described windowless cells, walls with bullet holes, and detainee abuse. The verdict follows years of fighting after Muslim Seleka rebels ousted Bozizé in 2013, with anti-Balaka militias opposing them. Justice minister Abaz ne welcomes accountability.
Hurricanes Nolo and Polo threaten Hawaii and western Mexico as El Niño intensifies Pacific storms. Authorities warn of heavy rainfall, floods, and power outages; shelters open and evacuations expand. The aura of unusually active season underscores climate-linked risks.
Freddie Mac reports the weekly average on 30-year fixed-rate mortgages has climbed to 7.03% from 6.95%, the highest since January 2025. A year earlier, rates stood at 6.30%. The week also sees 15-year rates increase to 6.42%. Higher borrowing costs are expected to curb purchasing power and slow the housing market.
The Senate has considered another war-powers resolution in the shadow of Trump’s UN remarks. Republicans show mounting resistance as the war drags on, while gas prices and living costs weigh on rural voters ahead of November.
The national statistics agency INDEC has released new figures showing the poverty rate has jumped by 4.1 percentage points to 32.3% between January and June, with extreme poverty at 7.5%. Unemployment has climbed to 7.9%, while wages fail to keep pace with rising prices. Analysts warn social gains under Milei’s austerity are faltering, and the outlook remains challenging for 2026.
UNRWA remains Gaza’s key health and education provider while a Board of Peace faces pressure over its plan to govern Gaza. Talks with UNRWA continue behind the scenes; reconstruction remains stalled a year after the ceasefire, and funding shortages threaten essential services.
An explosion has occurred in an old two‑story building in Athens’ Plaka district, near the Acropolis. The building collapsed and nearby structures were damaged. Firefighters have rescued two women, with at least one passer‑by reported injured. Police have cordoned off the area and are checking for more victims as a gas leak is suspected.
Poland urges the EU to suspend asylum applications temporarily during mass migration episodes, prompting warnings from rights groups. The European Commission has proposed a flexible, emergency framework for engineered migration, with debates over its scope, legality, and impact on international asylum law.
Jurors have found Facebook liable for misusing data from about 87 million profiles linked to the Cambridge Analytica saga. The state seeks penalties up to $5,000 per violation and an injunction to halt further breaches. The case centers on a 2016 data breach and the sale of data to a political consultant for targeted ads.
Free speech and media groups challenge a California-backed settlement with Paramount that would let the $111 billion Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger proceed under behavioral remedies. States previously sued to block the deal, arguing it would reduce competition. Judge Martinez-Olguín is weighing whether the settlement addresses antitrust concerns while ensuring fair remedies.