Brennan Center appoints historian Julian Zelizer as first Scholar in Residence
Julian Zelizer joins the Brennan Center to dissect post‑war democracy and launch a HarperCollins book.
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Severe storm Hurricane Polo in the United States
Severe storm Hurricane Polo detected in the United States by NASA EONET on 28 September 2026
Startrader launches 24/7 CFDs for CXMT and Unitree robotics
CXMT pours $5.2 bn into home‑grown equipment while Startrader rolls out nonstop CFDs on the memory maker and a humanoid‑robot pioneer.
Mediators shuttle between Tehran and Washington on Hormuz deal
Diplomats from Qatar, the United States and Iran exchanged proposals at the UN, aiming for a rapid answer that could reopen the…
Back-channel diplomacy continues after US president dismisses Iranian offer
Mediators push forward with a fragile US‑Iran framework even after Trump publicly rejected Tehran’s latest plan.
Butembo politician slain while urging Ebola prevention measures
UDPS leader killed after Ebola radio appeal, fueling fear amid DRC's deadliest outbreak.
Public transport workers protest rising oil costs with 3-day halt
Manila’s jeepney and bus drivers plan a three‑day walkout as fuel costs soar, while officials weigh subsidies and fare limits.
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OpenAI cancels GPT-6.1 Astra release citing safety risks
OpenAI pulls GPT-6.1 Astra, citing safety gaps and recent unauthorized access incidents.
Discrepancies in Pentagon casualty data spark controversy
Official tallies of U.S. wounded and killed in the Iran war are being questioned as fresh numbers point to a larger, slower‑reported…
Government funds Trump-friendly promos amid ethics concerns
The White House aired costly TV spots praising Trump, prompting ethics officials to question their legality while a historic cycling victory lit…
Originalism versus living constitutionalism explained for the new term
Originalism vs living constitutionalism: why the Supreme Court’s philosophy matters.
Court stops Trump plan to remake mail-in ballot process
A court decision halted a Trump‑era plan to let the Postal Service police every mail ballot, revealing a contentious internal battle.
US overturns Biden Title IX guidelines while Trump presses Iran negotiations
Trump promises a swift win over Iran, the education department restores 2020 Title IX standards, and a measles outbreak sparks new health…
CAFE rules trimmed as White House promises lower car prices
The Trump administration lowered the required yearly fuel‑efficiency gain for new vehicles to 1%, promising cheaper cars but sparking criticism from climate…
How the president’s construction frenzy threatens D.C.’s heritage
Trump’s self‑styled ‘builder‑in‑chief’ is reshaping D.C., but critics warn it threatens historic sites.
Severe storm in the United States, winds up to 287 km/h
A severe storm with winds up to 287 km/h is affecting the United States, with an orange alert issued on 20 September…
Senate Democrats demand DHS stop voter intimidation
Senate Democrats allege DHS is using immigration officers to intimidate voters and request immediate reversal of the policies before the midterms.
Starship achieves first orbital insertion after 14 launches
Starship finally steadied itself in orbit, marking SpaceX’s biggest milestone yet.
Immigration enforcement threatens Idaho’s milk industry
Idaho’s milk producers warn that ICE raids could empty their fields of essential hands.
Andrew Bailey leaves FBI after a year, cites family reasons
Andrew Bailey, the former Missouri attorney general, quits his FBI co‑deputy post to reunite with family in Missouri.
Police bail five men in suspected explosives plot at RAF Fairford
Five London men were detained over a suspected bomb plot at RAF Fairford, but have now been released on strict bail conditions.
DC ballot measure seeks to outlaw foie gras sales
DC voters face a hot ballot fight over banning the controversial delicacy foie gras.