Tens of thousands of people protested in Madrid to demand better tenant rights. The protest began after an elderly woman was evicted from her home because her rent increased almost four times, highlighting the problem of rising housing costs in Spanish cities.
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The protest took place in Madrid, Spain’s capital city.
It involved tens of thousands of people.
The protest was sparked by the eviction of an elderly woman.
Her rent increased nearly four times before she was forced to leave.
Many Spaniards face rising rents, making city living less affordable.
Tourism partly drives the increase in housing costs.
The protest calls for stronger protection for renters.
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham plans to introduce a social care system in England similar to the NHS, where services are free for everyone and paid for by contributions from all. He will present his proposals in the next general election but has not yet detailed how the system will be funded.
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Andy Burnham wants free social care services for all people in England.
The proposed system would work like the NHS, meaning "everyone contributes, everyone is covered."
Social care in England is currently not free and depends on a person’s savings, unlike the NHS.
Burnham is considering all funding options, including possible tax increases.
The cost of a free social care system for England is estimated at around £18 billion per year, but Burnham said it could be less.
Social care helps people live independently by providing help with tasks like eating and bathing.
Burnham’s plans will be reviewed by Baroness Casey, who will advise on the best approach.
Details will be subject to political talks and tested in the next general election.
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A nor’easter storm is affecting the U.S. Northeast with heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding from Delaware to Massachusetts. Coastal areas are experiencing flooding during high tides, and inland regions face risks of flash floods from continued rainfall. The storm is expected to weaken and move away by Monday evening.
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Heavy rain has fallen from Delaware to Massachusetts, with some places getting 2 to 3 inches or more in 24 hours.
Coastal areas, including the Jersey Shore and southeastern New England, face minor to moderate flooding during high tides.
Wind advisories warn of gusts up to 50 mph from the Delmarva Peninsula to central Massachusetts.
High wind warnings remain for the Jersey Shore and parts of Connecticut, with possible tree and power line damage.
Inland flooding and flash floods are a concern from New Jersey to eastern Massachusetts due to ongoing heavy rain.
Flood watches are in effect for eastern Massachusetts and all of Rhode Island until Monday night.
Total rainfall could reach 5 to 7 inches in parts of southern New England.
The nor’easter will weaken and move away by late Monday evening, bringing some lingering showers and breezy weather afterward.
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A nor’easter storm is affecting the East Coast of the United States, and hurricanes are approaching Hawaii this weekend. Governors in New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency to prepare for the severe weather.
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A nor’easter is currently impacting the East Coast.
Hurricanes are moving toward Hawaii.
New York Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency.
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill also declared a state of emergency.
The states are preparing for potential damage and disruptions from the storms.
The severe weather is expected to occur over the weekend.
Officials are warning residents to stay alert and prepared.
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Several men were arrested in the UK after police found possible explosives near a British military base. The area was evacuated for safety, and authorities said the situation was under control.
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The incident happened near a British military base in the UK.
Police evacuated nearby homes as a safety measure.
Several men were arrested on suspicion of having explosives.
A bomb disposal team is examining vehicles involved.
Police believe the threat is now contained.
The event took place on or before September 27, 2026.
The information was reported by France 24 and their correspondent in London.
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The United States-led Board of Peace (BoP) has announced that the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees (UNRWA) will not be involved in Gaza’s reconstruction. The BoP said it will only work with partners it trusts to meet the needs of Gaza’s people, stating that UNRWA does not meet these standards.
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The Board of Peace was launched by President Donald Trump earlier in 2024 to oversee Gaza’s reconstruction after years of conflict.
BoP revealed a $2.4 billion, 66-project plan to start rebuilding Gaza but excluded UNRWA as a partner.
UNRWA was created in 1949 to support Palestinian refugees and currently has about 11,000 employees in Gaza.
The BoP said it will work only with partners who help create a "deradicalised" Gaza and said UNRWA does not pass this test.
UNRWA officials have met with BoP representatives but were told their agency’s "days are over" in Gaza.
UNRWA’s acting leader, Christian Saunders, called the agency essential and warned against ignoring its experience and capabilities.
Former UNRWA chief Philippe Lazzarini said removing the agency would have a devastating effect on Palestinians.
Gaza continues to face severe humanitarian challenges due to ongoing conflict, restrictions on aid, and stalled reconstruction efforts.
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Madonna will perform at the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) for the first time in over 20 years and leads this year's nominees with 13 awards. Taylor Swift will receive the first-ever Artist Director Honors, and the show will be hosted by rapper Snoop Dogg, airing on September 27.
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Madonna has won 20 VMAs so far and could increase her total to 33 if she wins all 13 nominations this year.
Taylor Swift will get the new Artist Director Honors, recognizing her work in music video production, and has 11 nominations.
Nirvana will receive the Video Vanguard Award this year.
The VMAs will start at 7:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. PT) on Sunday, September 27, 2026.
Snoop Dogg is the host; he has won three VMAs in the past.
Performers include Madonna, Kacey Musgraves, LISA from Blackpink, Gunna, and several others.
The show will air on CBS, MTV, and stream on Paramount+.
Fan voting is still open for some categories, including best new artist and song of the summer.
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The Smithsonian Institution has recently become a focus of political conflict under President Donald Trump’s administration, which accuses it of promoting divisive, politically motivated views. This led to a White House report criticizing the Smithsonian’s exhibits and leadership, executive orders demanding warnings for visitors, and threats of federal funding cuts. The Smithsonian’s secretary, Lonnie Bunch, announced his resignation amid the controversy.
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The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History opened an exhibit on Benjamin Franklin, noting his connection to slavery and suggesting enslaved people may have helped with his electrical experiments.
A White House report accused the Smithsonian of “ideological capture,” claiming it shifted from education to political activism.
In March 2025, President Trump signed an executive order criticizing the Smithsonian for promoting “divisive, race-centered ideology.”
On July 4, the White House publicly released a 162-page report on the Smithsonian’s alleged political bias.
Two House committees held hearings criticizing the museum’s director and exhibits.
President Trump ordered the Department of the Interior to put warning signs outside the museum about its “ideological capture.”
Interior Secretary Doug Burgum warned the Smithsonian’s board that federal agencies might stop supporting the institution due to leadership concerns.
Smithsonian secretary Lonnie Bunch resigned on September 8, citing stress related to the ongoing controversy.
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About 2,000 people remain trapped in the city of Oleshky, which is controlled by Russian forces. They have run out of food and are eating weeds to survive while facing dangerous conditions with no access to proper supplies or basic services.
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Oleshky was home to 24,000 people before the war; now around 2,000 civilians remain there.
The residents have run out of food and are eating weeds and very limited plant-based soup.
Russian forces control Oleshky and have made it hard to deliver food and aid to the civilians.
Ukrainian authorities say Russia is blocking evacuations and starving the people in the city.
Ukraine’s drone attacks on Russian supply routes have also reduced food supplies to the area.
A food convoy heading to Oleshky was attacked on September 1, with each side blaming the other.
There is no electricity, no cash access, and damaged infrastructure, making daily life extremely difficult.
Ukrainian officials report that minefields and drone attacks have stopped most food deliveries since late last year.
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Silicon Valley tech leaders once imagined a future ruled by experts without democracy, believing it would speed up science and AI development. However, many Americans now worry about AI’s risks, and local communities are pushing back against AI data centers and wondering if AI benefits society.
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Silicon Valley leaders considered creating a small, tech-focused state ruled by experts instead of democracy.
They believed democracy was too slow to support fast scientific progress.
Many American communities are opposing new AI data centers due to concerns about the environment and other impacts.
A Marquette University survey found 73% of Americans believe AI data centers cause more harm than good.
About 70% of Americans think AI is harmful to society in general.
Public worry about AI has risen since 2021; now over half of adults are more concerned than excited about AI.
Both Democrats and Republicans share concerns about AI’s effects.
Fear of AI causing serious problems, including job loss and even human extinction, is increasing trust issues with technology and political decisions.
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Trump TV is a YouTube streaming channel that plays 24/7 content approved by President Donald Trump and his White House. The channel features speeches, events, and promotional videos tied to President Trump and his administration.
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Trump TV streams content nonstop on YouTube, focusing on President Trump's activities.
The channel includes speeches from Trump, such as one given in Hebron, Kentucky.
The broadcasts often show unedited or spontaneous remarks by President Trump.
Other content includes appearances by figures like Dr. Oz and speeches from White House advisers.
One highlighted event was the National Prayer Breakfast, featuring a White House faith adviser’s remarks.
Melania Trump spoke about artificial intelligence on the channel as well.
This channel is a new form of digital news aligned with President Trump’s White House messaging.
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Cape Town’s city council plans to capture, sterilize, and move two groups of baboons to a new sanctuary because they have been causing problems for residents. The baboons have increased in number and often damage property and take food, leading to disagreements between the city and animal rights groups about the best way to manage the animals.
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Cape Town has about 493 baboons living in 12 groups, up from 360 in 2000.
Baboons cause damage by breaking roof sheets, entering cars, and stealing food from homes and shops.
The city council will remove two baboon groups and move them to a new sanctuary after sterilizing them.
Cape Town’s baboons live on a narrow strip of land between Table Mountain National Park and urban areas.
The city has a baboon management program costing about 20 million rand (£920,000) over 18 months.
Animal rights activists oppose removing the baboons and suggest building fences instead.
Experts say fencing might just shift the baboons to other areas because they need access to food and water.
The city's plan also includes building a baboon-proof fence to separate urban areas from baboon habitats.
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A woman in Indiana named Zuleika King Rivera found a World War II soldier’s coat with the name "Willibey" inside while shopping for Halloween costumes. She researched the owner, Gilbert Alton Willibey, and later contacted his granddaughter to share the coat and information about his military service.
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Zuleika King Rivera found a WWII military coat in a thrift store for $9.99.
The coat had a name, "Willibey," and part of an Army service number inside.
Rivera is a U.S. Army veteran and wanted to learn more about the coat’s owner.
Gilbert Alton Willibey was born in 1917, drafted into the Army in 1941, and served overseas during WWII.
Records showed he served about six years, reached the rank of corporal, and spent time in South Africa.
Willibey returned home, married, and had a son named Bruce, who recently passed away.
Rivera found Bruce’s daughter, Meghan Stewart, and shared the coat and family history with her.
The coat was missing from the family for around 20 years, likely lost during an estate sale.
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A new poll shows that rural voters care most about the cost of living and health care costs for the 2026 midterm elections. Many rural voters worry about everyday expenses, but more trust Republicans than Democrats to handle these issues.
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69% of rural voters say it is extremely important for candidates to talk about the cost of living.
56% of rural voters want candidates to address health care costs.
54% want candidates to discuss fraud in government programs.
57% of rural voters say economic concerns like rising costs, jobs, wages, and housing are the biggest issues in their communities.
Many rural voters are worried about affording gas or transportation (67%), health care (66%), and food or groceries (60%).
Three-quarters of rural voters rate the cost of living in their area as fair or poor, a rise since 2017.
More rural voters trust Republicans (40%) than Democrats (25%) to handle the cost of living.
Rural voters lean Republican: 54% identify as Republican or Republican-leaning, while 32% identify as Democrat or Democrat-leaning.
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Interest rates have risen above 5%, affecting borrowers, savers, and the U.S. government's financial outlook. Higher rates make borrowing more expensive, slow down the housing market, increase government debt costs, and offer better returns for savers.
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Most risk-free interest rates have moved above 5% recently.
Mortgage rates for 30-year fixed loans are near 7.5% to 8%, making home buying more costly.
The Federal Reserve is reconsidering its rate policies to control inflation.
Higher interest rates make borrowing more expensive for individuals and businesses, especially in housing.
U.S. government debt interest payments are forecasted to rise, potentially doubling by 2035.
If rates stay 1% higher than expected, public debt could reach 222% of GDP by 2056.
Savers benefit from higher rates because new bonds offer better returns than in recent years.
The rise in rates is seen as a sign of stronger economic growth rather than higher inflation.
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Hakim Mar’i and his family are struggling to survive after being displaced from the Tulkarem refugee camp in the occupied West Bank. The camp was emptied during an Israeli military operation, and the family now faces poverty, multiple moves, and lack of medical care.
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The Tulkarem refugee camp in the West Bank was emptied by Israeli forces over 20 months ago in a military operation.
Hakim Mar’i suffered a severe leg injury and cannot work or access medical treatment.
His family has had to move four times since January 2025 and struggles to pay rent and buy food.
The original family home was destroyed by the Israeli military to make way for a road.
The displaced family faces ongoing eviction threats and debts.
Over 33,000 Palestinians were displaced from refugee camps in the northern West Bank during this operation.
Military orders prevent displaced families from returning to the camps.
The Mar’i family was originally displaced from al-Khudayra (Hadera) in 1948, living as refugees for generations.
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A burst water pipe in Crawley, West Sussex, caused flooding and disrupted water supply for about 9,000 homes. Several roads were closed, and Southern Water is working to fix the pipe and restore water service.
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The burst pipe caused flooding around the Southgate Roundabout in Crawley.
About 9,000 customers lost water or had low water pressure.
Roads such as Southgate Avenue, Crawley Avenue, and part of the A23 were closed.
Southern Water set up bottled water stations for affected residents.
Emergency services asked people to avoid the flooded area for safety.
The County Mall shopping center closed temporarily due to the water outage.
Repair crews are working as quickly and safely as possible to restore water.
Local residents reported difficulties and the need to buy bottled water.
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US President Donald Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping at the White House, where they watched a military demonstration together. Meanwhile, Pope Leo XIV visited France, leading prayers in Lourdes, and severe flooding affected Bangkok, Thailand.
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President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met at the White House on September 24, 2026.
They observed a military demonstration together from a White House balcony.
Pope Leo XIV prayed with worshippers at the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes in France on September 26, 2026.
Bangkok, Thailand experienced heavy flooding with people wading through flooded streets on September 26, 2026.
The Berlin Marathon started near the Brandenburg Gate on September 27, 2026.
A nor’easter storm hit the US northeast coast, affecting areas like Rockaway, New Jersey.
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas spoke at the United Nations General Assembly via video on September 24, 2026.
There were protests in Madrid related to the housing crisis after the eviction of an elderly woman.
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Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said the Israeli military should take strong action in the occupied West Bank similar to what was done in Gaza. He called for dismantling the Palestinian Authority, which he described as a terrorist group, amid rising violence in the area.
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Bezalel Smotrich is Israel’s far-right Finance Minister.
He said the military should "go to war" in the West Bank, also called Judea and Samaria.
Smotrich wants to dismantle the Palestinian Authority, which he called a "terror authority."
Violence against Palestinians in the West Bank has increased since Israel’s war on Gaza began in October 2023.
From January to July, over 1,330 settler attacks on Palestinians were recorded, averaging six attacks daily.
Some settler groups reportedly use military weapons and wear uniforms, blurring lines between soldiers and civilians.
Israel has imposed a military closure on the West Bank for the Jewish holiday of Sukkot, lasting until October 3.
Hundreds of Israelis entered the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound under police protection, performing religious rituals amid heightened security measures.
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Poland, which neighbors Ukraine, is worried that the war in Ukraine might spread into its own country. The region near the borders with Russia and Belarus is especially sensitive because it is important to NATO, the military alliance of Western countries.
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Poland is a close neighbor of Ukraine and supports it.
The war in Ukraine is ongoing and involves Russia.
People in Poland fear the fighting could cross its borders.
Suwałki, a city near Russia and Belarus, is a sensitive area for NATO.
NATO is a group of countries that work together for defense.
Russia has carried out air strikes in Ukraine.
The US wants Ukraine and Russia to stop attacking energy sites.
President Donald Trump and Ukrainian leader Zelenskyy have discussed ways to end the war.
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