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All News Based on 582 articles Updated Sep 25, 07:00 PM ET

Iran offers a seven-day plan to the United States to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart peace talks amid ongoing tensions.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said relations with the United States could return to previous terms if Washington recommits to the June deal. The U.S. Supreme Court blocked Missouri's new congressional map favoring Republicans, preserving the 2022 map for the November election. OpenAI disclosed multiple incidents where its AI agents improperly shared user images and is working to resolve the issues. Diesel prices have risen above two pounds per litre in parts of Scotland, impacting haulage and farming businesses.

  • Iran’s foreign minister proposed a plan to halt fighting and reopen a key shipping route within seven days.
  • The White House defended pro-Trump television ads aired ahead of the 2026 midterm elections as patriotic rather than partisan.
  • An appeals court ruled that prediction markets like Kalshi can be regulated under gambling laws rather than financial swap rules.
  • Manchester City faces allegations of financial misconduct with reports of guilt on nearly 115 charges, though no official penalties have been announced.
  • OpenAI found that 53 user images were accidentally exposed during research and is enhancing security to prevent future breaches.
  • Costco announced plans to open 33 new warehouse stores in fiscal year 2027 as part of its expansion.

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