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+1 source·9 September 2026 · 01:34 UTCBreaking

Trump hails AfD's 'really big night' in German state election; far-right win exposes France's divide

Trump credited the result to 'horrible Immigration rules,' saying the party is 'ON THE RISE.' The vote sent shockwaves through Europe, with an opinion piece calling Germany's turn 'chilling.'

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8 September 2026 · 16:39 UTCAfD's win in Saxony-Anhalt exposes far-right divide in Europe as French minister urges world to 'resist' populist wave 8 September 2026 · 13:45 UTCAnti-AfD protests sweep Germany as far right closes in on two more states after watershed election win +2 more reports

·9 September 2026 · 01:34 UTCBreaking

Air traffic control issue disrupts UK flights, with Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted showing dozens of delays and cancellations; more than 200 flights canceled

NATS, the UK's leading air traffic control provider, said the recovery 'has taken longer than we had hoped' and apologized unreservedly, noting it is now operating normally and working to clear the backlog. Heathrow resumed departures but arrivals remain canceled, with the airport warning 'disruption is expected to continue.'

·9 September 2026 · 01:34 UTCBreaking

UK, Canada, France ban trade with Israeli settlements in West Bank; Israel reacts with fury, calling Labour government 'hostile'

The foreign secretary accused Israel of 'turning a blind eye' to 'settler terrorists', while Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis called the move 'truly a dark day for British Jews'. Separately, a separate air traffic control failure stranded tens of thousands of passengers, sparking 'fury at latest jet farce'.

+1 source·9 September 2026 · 00:24 UTC

US bans Canadian dairy, alcohol and motorcycles as trade war with longtime ally escalates; ban takes effect in three weeks

The ban follows Canada's retaliatory tariffs on $20bn in US goods, which took effect after midnight Tuesday. Trump also ordered Canadian products barred from large US government contracts until 'full and fair reciprocity' is granted.

+2 sources·9 September 2026 · 00:24 UTC

Canada's retaliatory tariffs on US goods take effect as Trump signs orders banning Canadian alcohol, dairy, motorcycles; Carney says pivot 'will come at a cost'

Trump directed the GSA to remove Canadian-origin products from federal procurement schedules, and Treasury Secretary Bessent accused Carney of needing to 'stop campaigning and start governing.' A Build Canada poll found 56% of Canadians call an extra $500 per year to hold the line 'unacceptable.'

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+1 source·8 September 2026 · 22:38 UTC

Lindsay Clancy jurors speak out; foreperson says holdout 'admitted he had reasonable doubt' but refused to acquit, leading to mistrial

The jury was split 11 to 1, with the holdout described as 'very arrogant' and disregarding input from nurse jurors about Clancy's toxicology report. The trial ended in a mistrial after more than 38 hours of deliberations, with Clancy admitting to strangling her children but arguing postpartum psychosis.

·8 September 2026 · 18:46 UTC

U.S., Canada trade reps expected to speak today as Ottawa's counter-tariffs take effect; Carney warns U.S. won't be last to try to 'break' Canada

Carney's 'Expect Hard Times' message signals more government budget money for sectors hardest hit by the trade war escalation. The Trump administration believes Canada has 'a whole hell of a lot more to lose,' with a senior official comparing the situation to 'almost like Iran.'

·8 September 2026 · 16:44 UTC

Hurricane Lowell pelts Hawaii's western islands with damaging winds and heavy rains, threatening floods, mudslides and tornadoes

Governor Josh Green closed schools and government offices on three islands for Tuesday, while the National Hurricane Center reported tropical storm-force winds extending nearly 200 miles (320 km) from the storm's center. On Kauai, gusts reached 80 mph (130 kph) at Lihue airport, but the storm is expected to weaken in coming days.

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8 September 2026 · 13:45 UTCHurricane Lowell, with 105 mph winds, passes west of Hawaii, dropping heavy rain and sending pounding surf that may cause hundreds of millions in damage 8 September 2026 · 12:45 UTCHurricane Lowell slams Hawaii with flooding rain and wind; warnings in effect for Kauai, Ni'iha, and O'ahu as storm passes island chain

+2 sources·8 September 2026 · 16:44 UTC

Hungary orders 10 Russian diplomats to leave over 'unacceptable' activities; Moscow vows 'harsh and painful' response

The expulsions mark a sharp break from Hungary's previous pro-Russia stance under Viktor Orbán, who lost April elections after 16 years. New PM Peter Magyar had promised to end such policies, and EU spokesman Christian Wigand called the move a 'legitimate decision' amid Russia's hybrid attacks.

+1 source·8 September 2026 · 16:39 UTC

Iceland summons US ambassador as Trump's stars-and-stripes map of North America, Greenland draws 'completely inappropriate' rebukes from Denmark, Mexico

Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen called the post 'disturbing and, in many ways, completely inappropriate,' saying it signals a 'maximalist vision' that must be reined in. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum asserted Mexico 'is neither nor will be a colony or protectorate of any foreign country.'

·8 September 2026 · 16:39 UTC

Prince Harry and Meghan 'a little surprised' as King Charles's letter declares them 'private citizens' who won't use royal titles amid U.K. return

The letter, sent by the Lord Chamberlain, reiterates that their titles are 'in abeyance and are not used' and that they are 'private citizens with commercial and charitable interests.' It was released ahead of a security meeting expected to decide on taxpayer-funded protection for the family.

+1 source·8 September 2026 · 15:15 UTC

Corey Lewandowski allegedly tried to sell government services for financial gain while at DHS; Qatar and UAE rejected offers, internal probe finds evidence of improper contract awards

The DHS inspector general's investigation found evidence that Lewandowski may have improperly awarded government contracts, including a $2.7 billion Palantir deal reduced to $1 billion. Lewandowski's spokesperson denied all allegations, saying he never demanded payment or compensation from any contractor.

+1 source·8 September 2026 · 14:35 UTC

New Hampshire and Rhode Island hold state primaries; Democratic Senate race tightens as Pappas leads Manzur by 13 points, while McKee faces likely loss in governor's race

In Rhode Island, the Washington Bridge closure has become a flash point, with McKee facing criticism over the slow reconstruction. Foulkes, a former CVS executive, leads in public polling, and the winner will be the heavy favorite in November.

·8 September 2026 · 14:35 UTC

Illinois mother Corie Walsh, who reportedly followed Lindsay Clancy case, faces court over alleged murder of her toddler son; she is held without bond

Police found Barrett in the basement with a cord around his neck, and Walsh upstairs bloodied after cutting herself. Prosecutors argued she poses a 'specific, real, and present threat' to her husband and living children, leading to her detention without bond.

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8 September 2026 · 12:45 UTCFrankfort, Illinois, mother accused of killing 2-year-old son due in court for first appearance Tuesday 7 September 2026 · 23:57 UTCIllinois mother charged with killing toddler was 'very invested' in Lindsay Clancy trial, prosecutors say; attorney cites psychotic episode +1 more report

·8 September 2026 · 14:32 UTC

Trump posts map of U.S. flag over North America, Greenland, Iceland; Danish minister calls it 'disturbing' as Iceland summons ambassador

The map, shared without explanation on Truth Social, echoes Trump's past remarks about Canada becoming the 51st state and his interest in Greenland. Iceland's foreign secretary summoned U.S. Ambassador Billy Long, while thousands of Icelanders had earlier petitioned against his appointment after a joke about Iceland becoming the 52nd state.

·8 September 2026 · 13:45 UTC

Oil nears $100 as Saudi Arabia reports attack on energy infrastructure; Houthi strikes on Red Sea vessels draw condemnation

Brent touched $99 per barrel and U.S. crude rose 2.5% to nearly $94, while Strait of Hormuz traffic fell to just four ships Saturday. Analysts at Goldman Sachs and HSBC warn Brent could exceed $120 if Persian Gulf flows remain low.

·8 September 2026 · 13:45 UTC

UK, France, Canada impose trade sanctions on illegal Israeli settlements; Miliband says Britain agrees there is ethnic cleansing in West Bank areas

The sanctions target goods and some services from settlements, with Britain acting against companies and individuals providing construction, infrastructure, financing, or real estate for expansion. Israeli President Herzog calls the move a 'grave miscalculation,' while US Ambassador Huckabee suggests Florida might take trade action against the UK.

·8 September 2026 · 13:42 UTC

Canada hits nearly 600 U.S. products with tariffs, doubling steel and aluminum duties to 50%, as trade war intensifies; Trump vows to escalate

The $28 billion in new duties target American cheese, appliances, machinery, and clothing with rates of 15%, 25%, and 50%. The escalating conflict is also clouding the Toronto region's fall real estate season, historically the second busiest after spring.

·8 September 2026 · 13:15 UTC

EU leaders condemn Serbia's funeral honors for Ratko Mladic, raising doubts over membership bid; officials attended service for 'Butcher of Bosnia'

The funeral, led by Patriarch Porfirije and attended by Serbian ministers, drew EU criticism as von der Leyen and Costa called the official support 'deeply regrettable'. Vucic, facing an early election, described the event as an 'emotional outpouring' while EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos had warned it would be 'a test' for Belgrade.

+1 source·8 September 2026 · 13:15 UTC

Donald Trump headlines Republican midterm convention in Dallas as GOP seeks to drive voters to polls; some in party seek distance from his weakening poll numbers

Trump's Super Pacs hold $403m, but he has barely spent any of it, preferring to promote himself over supporting candidates. Karl Rove warns his undisciplined comments will dominate news and force Republican candidates to constantly fend off questions about his latest remarks.