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Migrant crossings to Europe by sea drop sharply amid heightened risks: IOM

More than 2,200 migrants died or vanished at sea in 2026, despite declining crossings into Europe, says IOM.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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US approves $414M uranium investment in Niger, two years after troops left

Uranium project investment could mark a turning point in US-Niger and US-Canada relations.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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Russia election: Could other parties challenge United Russia?

Russians vote for the first time since 2022. Can opposition parties challenge Putin-backed United Russia in this vote?

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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Trinidad and Tobago ends state of emergency amid pushback over mass arrests

Lawyers criticised mass arrests under emergency powers that allowed authorities to detain people without charge.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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US judge orders 30-day notice prior to any Kennedy Center physical changes

The ruling comes amid legal battle over Trump’s changes to the Kennedy Center, including his effort to rename it.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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Trump administration approves sale of F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia

The deal, which needs approval from Congress, comes as Riyadh seeks Washington's help in its war with Yemen's Houthis.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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Yemenis recount journey to Djibouti as refugee arrivals surge

Djibouti has appealed to the international community to help provide humanitarian assistance as thousand flee Yemen.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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US approves visas for top Iranian leaders to attend UN General Assembly

Iran's delegation to UNGA will be smaller this year, with travel restrictions and limits on luxury goods purchases.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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Trump withdraws Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, as his nominee to lead ICE

The White House says it is withdrawing its nomination of Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper, to lead ICE, ensuring that an agency at the forefront of President Trump's domestic agenda wil

NPR News · 17 Sept 2026
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Pennsylvania seeks CDC help amid dispute over US measles deaths

The CDC and officials from the US state differ over how four deaths should be classified as cases continue to spread.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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Russia, China veto UN mandate to monitor Iran sanctions

Move ends the Security Council’s watchdog panel on Iran sanctions.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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At least 26 killed in clashes along Sudan-South Sudan border region

UN Interim Security Force for Abyei strengthens security on the ground after days of deadly fighting.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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Why does Brazil get to speak first at UNGA?

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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Can ‘middle powers’ come together to build a new economic alliance?

Canada's prime minister outlines plans for stronger ties with the EU.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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Why have China’s oil prices reached a record high?

Why have China's oil prices reached a record high?

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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ICE agent appears in Minnesota court to face charges in the shooting of a Venezuelan immigrant

Christian Castro, a federal immigration officer, made his first court appearance in Minnesota since he was booked Wednesday into a local jail. Castro faces multiple state and federal charges in connec

NPR News · 17 Sept 2026
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Retired Olympic superstar Jessie Diggins wins her first-ever 100 mile trail race

This spring Jessie Diggins retired as one of America's most successful winter Olympic athletes at age 34. She's relaxing by entering 100-mile trail running races and navigating what comes next.

NPR News · 17 Sept 2026
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Russia’s plans may include strikes against Ukraine’s allies, Poland says

Warsaw also says it scrambled military planes in response to a Russian attack in western Ukraine, close to its border.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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