U.S. marks 25 years since Sept. 11 attacks
September 11, 2026 |
US
The United States is marking the 25th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks with ceremonies in New York, at the Pentagon and at the Flight 93 memorial in Pennsylvania. The commemorations come amid renewed attention to post-attack health records and reflections on the attacks’ lasting toll.
Republicans rally around Trump as succession questions grow
September 11, 2026 |
Politics and US
Republicans ended a first-of-its-kind midterm convention in Dallas with Donald Trump firmly at the center of their campaign strategy. But the event also highlighted growing attention to 2028, with JD Vance and Marco Rubio frequently mentioned as possible successors.
Appeals court blocks Trump mail ballot rules
September 10, 2026 |
Crime, Politics and US
The First Circuit Court of Appeals refused to lift an injunction blocking new Postal Service requirements for mail ballots before the November 3 midterms. The court said the rules could cause chaos and disenfranchise millions of voters.

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Houthi gains threaten Red Sea shipping as diesel hits record
September 11, 2026 |
Politics and World
Houthi fighters have seized Yemen’s Red Sea port city of Mokha, according to multiple reports, raising concern over shipping through the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. The advance comes as U.S. diesel prices hit a record $6.05 a gallon and oil markets face new pressure.
Diesel prices hit record $6 a gallon
September 11, 2026 |
Financial and World
The national average diesel price has reached $6 a gallon for the first time, intensifying pressure on transportation, farming and food costs. Analysts cite the Iran war, refinery disruptions and reduced Russian diesel exports as key drivers.
Anthropic says it blocked AI misuse for weapons and espionage
September 10, 2026 |
Tech and World
Anthropic says it disrupted misuse of its Claude AI models tied to biological weapons risks, missile software, cyber-espionage, propaganda, surveillance and scams. The company said it banned accounts, strengthened monitoring and shared intelligence with authorities and industry partners.