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Trump Bans CNN, MS NOW, Politico From White House
President Donald Trump announced he is banning CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from the White House, citing what he called their 'fake news' coverage. Journalists from the three outlets were subsequently denied entry and had their press passes confiscated, raising First Amendment concerns and likely legal challenges.
81 articles 43 sources Sep 18 to Sep 20
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All Opening Acts Quit Ed Sheeran's Tour Over Macklemore's Removal
Ed Sheeran's North American Loop Tour was thrown into chaos as all four supporting acts—Finneas, Aaron Rowe, Beoga, and Lukas Graham—withdrew in solidarity with rapper Macklemore, who was dropped after making pro-Palestinian comments onstage at MetLife Stadium. New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft allegedly led a pressure campaign among stadium owners to force Macklemore's removal, though Sheeran said the decision was made by promoters.
77 articles 37 sources Sep 14 to Sep 17 - 3-day story
Supreme Court Rejects Trump's Mail-In Ballot Restrictions
The Supreme Court rejected President Trump's bid to restrict mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections, blocking new U.S. Postal Service rules in a 7-2 decision. Trump lashed out at the justices, including those he appointed, calling them 'not the people I interviewed.'
59 articles 38 sources Sep 14 to Sep 16
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Trump Announces Greenland Security Deal With Denmark
President Trump announced a deal with Denmark and Greenland granting the US "permanent control" over the Arctic territory's security and expanding American military presence. Denmark and Greenland said the agreement preserves their sovereignty and self-determination while keeping Russia and China from establishing bases on the island.
52 articles 37 sources Sep 18 to Sep 20 - 2-day story
NBC LA News Helicopter Crash Kills Three in Chatsworth
An NBC Los Angeles news helicopter crashed while covering a deadly bus accident in Los Angeles' Chatsworth neighborhood, killing three people including the pilot and journalist on board. The NTSB and FAA are investigating the crash, reviewing maintenance records and dashcam footage suggesting possible rotor or engine failure.
47 articles 27 sources Sep 16 to Sep 17 - Ongoing story2-day story
Ed Sheeran Calls Gaza 'Unjustifiable' at Philadelphia Concert
Ed Sheeran opened his Philadelphia concert with a lengthy speech addressing the Gaza situation as 'catastrophic and unjustifiable,' in his first show since dropping rapper Macklemore from his tour over pro-Palestinian remarks. Other opening acts also withdrew from the Loop Tour in solidarity with Macklemore, while pro-Palestine protesters demonstrated outside the venue.
42 articles 27 sources Sep 19 to Sep 20 - 3-day story
Carney embraces EU associate membership bid despite Trump threats
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney addressed the European Parliament in Strasbourg, welcoming the EU's proposal to make Canada the bloc's first 'associate member' and calling for 'deep cooperation.' Carney framed the alliance as a way to protect sovereignty against outside pressures, despite President Trump warning it could be a 'hostile act.'
35 articles 24 sources Sep 16 to Sep 18 - 4-day story
Sydney Sweeney nude sports ad sparks athlete backlash
Sydney Sweeney's nearly nude advertisement for sports betting platform Novig triggered backlash from female athletes and Olympians who accused the campaign of sexualizing women's sports. The actress lost over 200,000 Instagram followers and fired back by posting ESPN covers featuring nude athletes like Serena Williams.
35 articles 24 sources Sep 13 to Sep 16 - 4-day story
Trump Signs Russia Sanctions Bill Authorizing 100% Tariffs on India, China
President Trump signed the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act into law, imposing sweeping sanctions on Russia's energy, defense sectors, and shadow fleet. The legislation also authorizes tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas, including India and China.
34 articles 17 sources Sep 16 to Sep 19 - 2-day story
UN Finds US Likely Committed War Crimes in Iran
A UN fact-finding mission found 'reasonable grounds' to believe the United States committed war crimes through strikes on an Iranian elementary school and sports centre in February, killing over 150 people including approximately 120 children. The findings were submitted to the UN Human Rights Council, while the White House rejected them.
31 articles 26 sources Sep 17 to Sep 18 - 2-day story
Indonesian Ferry Capsizes in Java Sea, 130 Missing
Indonesian rescuers are searching for about 130 people missing after the ferry Virgo Transport 8 capsized in bad weather in the Java Sea, leaving at least six dead and over 100 rescued. The vessel was carrying 243 passengers traveling from Surabaya in East Java to South Kalimantan on Borneo island.
31 articles 24 sources Sep 13 to Sep 14 - 2-day story
Warren Buffett Steps Down as Berkshire Hathaway Chairman
Warren Buffett, 96, has stepped down as chairman of Berkshire Hathaway after more than 50 years at the helm of the conglomerate. His son Howard Buffett will succeed him as chairman while Greg Abel continues as CEO, and Buffett will remain as chairman emeritus and a director.
31 articles 22 sources Sep 18 to Sep 19 - 4-day story
Macklemore donates $1M tour earnings to Palestinian relief
Rapper Macklemore, dropped from Ed Sheeran's Loop Tour after pro-Palestinian comments onstage, is donating his $1 million net earnings to Palestinian aid organizations and challenging billionaire Robert Kraft to match the gift. Ms. Rachel pledged to match the donation, while Ed Sheeran and Kraft each committed $2 million to humanitarian aid.
30 articles 23 sources Sep 16 to Sep 19 - 5-day story
Federal Appeals Court Releases Batch of Opinions
A US federal circuit court released multiple unpublished opinions in criminal and civil appeal cases over several days in mid-September 2026. The rulings cover USA v. various defendants and a small number of civil disputes, most issued without published precedent.
29 articles 1 source Sep 14 to Sep 18 - 2-day story
Congress Probes Trump Jr. Wedding Funded by Putin-Linked Oligarch
Donald Trump Jr. and his wife Bettina confirmed that Russian oligarch Umar Kremlev, a close ally of Vladimir Putin, paid hundreds of thousands of dollars for two nights of their wedding celebrations in the Bahamas. Congressional Democrats are demanding answers about the financial ties, while Attorney General Todd Blanche dismissed calls for a Justice Department investigation.
28 articles 21 sources Sep 14 to Sep 15 - 2-day story
War-Damaged Gaza Building Collapse Kills Dozens
A war-damaged apartment building collapsed in Gaza City, killing at least 21 Palestinians including children and trapping dozens more under rubble. The structure, previously hit by Israeli strikes, housed displaced families who had moved in due to a lack of alternative shelter.
28 articles 17 sources Sep 16 to Sep 17 - 3-day story
EU Offers Canada First-Ever Associate Membership
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed making Canada the EU's first associate member during her State of the Union address, with Canadian PM Mark Carney in attendance. The move aims to deepen cooperation on trade, defence, energy, and technology as Ottawa seeks to reduce dependence on the United States amid Trump's tariffs.
27 articles 18 sources Sep 16 to Sep 18 - 2-day story
Russian drone hits Ukraine train after Boris Johnson passes through
A Russian drone hit a passenger train near the Ukraine-Poland border shortly after former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson and other senior Western officials had passed through the area on a separate train. The EU's top diplomat Kaja Kallas called the strike a message to the Western world, while Ukraine's foreign minister described it as 'Putin's terror knocking directly on the doors of the EU and NATO.' No casualties were reported on the targeted train.
25 articles 16 sources Sep 13 to Sep 14 - 3-day story
US Confirms Weapons Deployed in Space for First Time
US Air Force Secretary Troy Meink confirmed Monday that the United States has deployed weapons in orbit to defend against hostile adversary action. The first public acknowledgment of American space weapons comes amid rising concerns about a military arms race with Russia and China.
24 articles 23 sources Sep 14 to Sep 16 - 2-day story
Judge Blocks Trump Name on Kennedy Center as Board Votes to Close
A federal judge ruled that the Kennedy Center cannot add President Trump's name to the building without Congress's approval. The Trump-appointed board then voted to immediately close the performing arts venue for two years of renovations, citing structural and financial concerns.
23 articles 17 sources Sep 15 to Sep 16