Actress Susan Sarandon Among 30 Arrested Protesting Against Netanyahu in New York
Darializa Avila Chevalier, a Democratic congressional candidate who was among those arrested, claimed the United States was 'complicit in genocide.'
Germany, US Rank High on New Index of Exposure to Chinese Power
The index ranks Germany third and the United States fourth globally, while finding Europe remains more exposed than in 2013 despite years of de-risking.
What to Know About Trump’s National Security Deal With Greenland, Denmark
The deal allows two new military bases and opens the door for more. The United States can also build a Golden Dome missile defense system.
South American Nations Embrace Free Markets, but Can It Hold?
Much of South America is experiencing stronger growth. The question is whether the benefits come quickly enough to outrun politics.
Bail Breaches Surge as Victoria’s Overall Crime Rate Falls
Breach of bail condition offences rose 215 percent from 5,473 to 17,250 in the year up to June 2026, while shoplifting offences increased 2.7 percent.
Australian PM Urges UN Leaders to Tackle AI, Climate Change Together
In his address to the United Nations on Sept. 25, Anthony Albanese laid out the case for reining in artificial intelligence through additional safeguards.
Karl Stefanovic to Join Taylor, Hanson at Major Conservative Conference
The Liberal Party is stepping up its presence at the conservative conference amid pressure from One Nation.
Methamphetamine Deaths, Hospitalisations Hit Record Levels in Australia
In 2024, there were 753 overdose deaths mainly involving methamphetamine, while 14,000 hospital stays were recorded due to methamphetamine use in 2023–24.
Australians Launch AI ‘Defence Force’ After OpenAI Agent Breaches Medicare Portal
Only 22 percent of surveyed government entities met the targeted level across all eight key cyber security measures in 2025.
US to Invest up to $7 Billion in Argentina’s Minerals, Energy Sectors
The deal aims to mobilize financing through 2027.
8 Sailors in Lincoln Strike Group Attempted Suicide During Lengthy Deployment: Acting Navy Secretary
Sailors on the USS Abraham Lincoln experienced a lengthy deployment that included supporting the U.S. military operations against Iran in the Middle East.
Poilievre, Carney Postpone House Proceedings to Offer Condolences to Family of Murdered CRA Employee
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre offered condolences to the family of a Canada Revenue Agency employee who was killed earlier this week in Montreal while on a video call with a coworker. Leïla Ben Salem was killed Sept. 22 at her apartment after a man entered the room and struck her [...]
Chinese Hacking Groups Used Shared Attack Tool Against US Aerospace Firms, NGOs
Multiple China-linked espionage groups used the same high-value hacking capability against U.S. targets, sometimes through fake media and policy websites.
Alan Jones' Butler Testifies About Encounters Between Radio Host and Athlete
The butler told the court he hadn't seen any inappropriate behaviour from Jones towards 3 of the complainants.
Alberta’s Economy to Finish 2026 Strongly and Grow in 2027: ATB Financial
ATB Financial credited Alberta’s economic growth to 'a resilient energy sector' that is expanding production and benefiting from higher crude oil prices.
‘Stop Transnational Repression’: Community Leaders Condemn Attack on Falun Gong Practitioner Outside Chinese Consulate in Toronto
After a Falun Gong practitioner was attacked outside the Chinese Consulate in Toronto this week, supporters and community leaders gathered at the site on Sept. 24 to condemn the violence and to call on authorities to investigate what they described as transnational repression. “Transnational repression is by no means a distant international issue, but a […]
Chinese Humanoid Robot Industry Faces Overcapacity, Structural Problems, Analysts Say
The humanoid robots business was a major, prioritized part of China's AI industry and was heavily reliant on state funding, experts said.
BC Conservatives Reverse NDP’s Lead in New Poll After Snap Election Call
A new poll from Angus Reid has the BC Conservatives with an eight-point lead over the BC NDP, reversing the incumbent’s advantage reported in polls prior to BC NDP Leader David Eby calling a snap election on Sept. 22. The poll, conducted Sept. 22 to 24, suggested that 43 percent of respondents among decided and leaning voters support the BC Conservatives, compared to 35 percent who say they support the provincial NDP. “The reversal of fortune for the BC NDP has been swift: as recently as ten days ago, the governing party had a slim four-point advantage over the BC Conservatives,” Angus Reid noted in a report on the poll released Sept. 24.
French Troops to Protect Saudi Arabian Port on Red Sea Oil Route, Macron Says
A Saudi coalition intercepted six missiles fired at the Yanbu port, a hub for oil exports that serves as an alternative to the Strait of Hormuz.
Ontario Commits $1 Million to Ukraine for Energy Infrastructure
Ontario says it is donating $1 million to Ukraine to help “maintain and repair vital energy infrastructure” damaged by Russian attacks. Ontario Premier Doug Ford made the announcement Sept. 24 in Ottawa during a meeting with an international network of lawmakers supporting Ukraine. “As the people of Ukraine continue to defend their country against Russia’s illegal invasion and ongoing attacks, including on civilians, Ontario will always stand with those defending freedom and democracy,” Ford said. A Sept. 24 release from Ford’s office said the contribution will go to the Ukraine Energy Support Fund, which was established in April 2022 by the Energy Community Secretariat at the request of the European Commission and in agreement with Ukraine’s Ministry of Energy. The Vienna-based Energy Community Secretariat acts as the fund’s fiduciary and intermediary between donors and Ukrainian authorities....
