World News
The most significant story today involves a nationwide FAA ground stop affecting all US flights, marking only the third such halt in the agency's history and causing widespread disruption to travellers and transportation systems across the country. In international news, reports indicate that Trump, Putin and Xi plan a historic joint meeting in China next week, while separately Zelensky claims the US has floated Ukraine ceding Donbas for NATO membership, raising major questions about the future direction of the conflict. Additionally, Ukraine has knocked out 36% of Russia's oil refining capacity in under two weeks, demonstrating significant progress in its military strategy.
US House votes to hold billionaire Epstein associate Leon Black in contempt
Black - who had business ties to Epstein - declined to appear and provide documents related to the convicted sex offender.
Fed Chair Implies Trump Is Only Half Right on the Economy Following Rate Hike
Chair Kevin Warsh credited Trump's economy, then ignored his rate-cut wishes entirely.
Trump's Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announces she's cancer-free
The 69-year-old White House chief of staff is a powerful figure and particularly close to the US president.
Fed hikes rates as inflation worries push up bond yields
After Years of Holds and Cuts, the Fed Just Raised Rates Again
The Federal Reserve just did something it hadn’t done in 1,148 days: raise interest rates.
Senate CLARITY Act Vote Stalls Over Ethics Rules
The Senate’s latest vote was a failed procedural effort to advance the bill, not a final vote on its approval.
SEC and CFTC Take the Wheel After CLARITY Vote Failure
Following the failed Senate vote on Tuesday concerning the CLARITY Act, several high-profile individuals shared their…
It’s OK to tell ICE their actions will haunt them, judge rules in speech fight
Man wins fight to block ICE threat over off-the-cuff angry email.
Andrew Scott brings meteorology drama to gripping war film Pressure
The timing of the D-Day landings was key, and it all depended on the weather.
Iran strikes on Amazon data centers caused permanent loss of customer data
War damage to data centers exceeded what AWS services are designed to withstand.
Photos show widespread damage at US sites from Iranian attacks
A wrecked air force plane and destroyed buildings are among the images obtained by the BBC's partner CBS News.
Charlie Kirk's family alleges 'stunning failures' by Utah officials led to his assassination
The conservative activist was speaking to a crowd of thousands on the university campus when he was shot and killed by a…
Fed Decision Could Decide Gold’s Next Move: Will XAUUSD Reject $4,355 or Break Above $4,388?
The Federal Reserve’s September 16 interest rate decision could determine gold’s (XAUUSD) next move, with traders…
Eight German state premiers back Merz amid speculation over future
Christian Democratic Union leadership throws its weight behind the chancellor ahead of two state elections this weekend.
India’s Finance Minister Calls for Investor-Friendly Tax Policy Amid New Levies
India’s Minister of Finance, Nirmala Sitharaman, believes the country needs to maintain an investor-friendly tax policy…
Lawmakers target Flock cameras with a threat to highway funding
A bipartisan bill would restrict Flock cameras to a handful of public safety uses.
Nigeria’s ‘sarcasm queen’ answers ‘silly’ questions about Africa
Nigerian journalist and content creator Charity Ekezie believes the best way to challenge negative stereotypes about…
US accuses Russia of trying to kill Ukrainian allies overseas
The FBI says five men "conspired to intimidate, threaten, or murder people on US soil and around the world".
UK Inflation Jumps to 3.1%: Will the BoE Keep Rates Higher for Longer?
UK inflation rose to 3.1% in August, up from 2.9% in July and still above the Bank of England’s 2% target.
Carney's new love-in with EU has everything to do with Trump
The Canadian PM is in Strasbourg this week seeking a "unique alliance" - and there is one clear catalyst.
Colombia and Brazil deadliest countries for environmental activists, report says
The two countries accounted for 52% of killings of environmental activists in 2025, according to Global Witness.
Philippines' Duterte seen in person for first time at International Criminal Court
He is due to be tried for crimes against humanity over thousands of deaths linked to his war on drugs.
Tech Fascism Has Come for American Democracy
Tech billionaires and venture capitalists in Silicon Valley are promoting a fascist ideology that threatens American…
EU chief opens door for Canada to become 'associate member'
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has backed proposals for Canada to become the EU's first "associate…
UK Backs Money Laundering Crackdown With $676M and 500 New Officers
The Home Office names crypto alongside fintech and AI as drivers of a threat the NCA puts at £100 billion a year in the…
Digital euro: ECB Opens Applications for European Merchants
The European Central Bank reaches out to merchants.
EU chief opens door for Canada to become 'associate member'
Canada is seeking closer ties with EU after a breakdown in relations with the US and its president Donald Trump.
Gold and Silver Rally Ahead of Fed Decision, All Eyes on Warsh’s Guidance
Gold and silver are climbing sharply as investors position ahead of Wednesday’s Federal Reserve decision, with CME…
Why Higher US Yields Are Making India Less Attractive to Foreign Investors
Foreign investors are increasingly finding it difficult to make investments in India as US Treasury yields rise.
ECB seeks online merchants for 2027 digital euro pilot
Euro-area online and mobile merchants can apply until Oct. 27 to test beta digital euro payments in a 12-month pilot.