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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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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 - 3-day story
Ed Sheeran calls Gaza 'unjustifiable' at Philadelphia concert
Ed Sheeran opened his Philadelphia concert by calling the situation in Gaza "catastrophic and unjustifiable" and apologizing for "mistakes" in his first show since dropping opening act Macklemore over pro-Palestinian remarks. The removal prompted all other supporting acts to withdraw from his Loop Tour and drew pro-Palestine protests outside the venue.
47 articles 28 sources Sep 19 to Sep 21
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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 - 1-day story
Presley Gerber, son of Cindy Crawford, dead at 27
Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old model son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, died Sunday at a rehab facility in Los Angeles. Police are investigating his death as a possible overdose, with the medical examiner's office deferring the cause pending additional tests.
43 articles 25 sources Sep 21 to Sep 21 - 2-day story
CNN, MS NOW, Politico Sue Trump Over White House Press Ban
CNN, MS NOW, and Politico filed a federal lawsuit against the Trump administration after President Trump revoked their journalists' press credentials and barred them from White House grounds. The outlets argue the ban amounts to unconstitutional viewpoint discrimination and are seeking emergency court action to restore their access.
39 articles 32 sources Sep 20 to Sep 21 - 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
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
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 - 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 - 2-day story
Trump converts planned D.C. triumphal arch into military complex
President Trump announced Sunday that his proposed 250-foot triumphal arch near Arlington National Cemetery will also serve as a 'top grade military complex' housing drones, snipers, and ammunition. The conversion was made, Trump said, at the request of the U.S. military and for national security purposes.
27 articles 21 sources Sep 20 to Sep 21 - 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 - 5-day story
Strictly Come Dancing unveils new three-host lineup
Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe, and Johannes Radebe have made their debut as the new hosts of BBC's Strictly Come Dancing, replacing long-serving presenters Tess Daly and Claudia Winkleman. The trio took over for the show's 2026 series, which launched to over five million viewers.
27 articles 9 sources Sep 17 to Sep 21 - 2-day story
ICE Agent Shoots DoorDash Driver in Austin, Sparking Protests
An ICE agent shot and wounded a Venezuelan man working as a DoorDash driver during an immigration enforcement operation in Austin, Texas on Sunday, leaving him hospitalized in serious but stable condition. The shooting triggered hours of anti-ICE protests at the scene and calls for an investigation from Democratic lawmakers.
25 articles 19 sources Sep 20 to Sep 21 - 2-day story
Merz Vows to Stay On After Historic State Election Defeats
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz called his party's losses in two state elections a "disaster" but pledged to press ahead with economic reforms. His CDU suffered historic defeats, including falling to roughly 5% in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, its worst-ever state result, while the far-right AfD made major gains.
25 articles 16 sources Sep 20 to Sep 21 - 2-day story
Ukraine Launches Over 1,000 Drones at Moscow on Election Day
Ukraine fired more than 1,000 drones at Russia, including hundreds targeting Moscow, on the final day of Russia's parliamentary elections, killing two people and setting an oil refinery ablaze. Russia vowed to 'intensify' its strikes on Kyiv in retaliation, calling it the largest drone attack of the war.
23 articles 20 sources Sep 20 to Sep 21 - 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 - 4-day story
Earl Spencer Claims Charles Said Diana Would Be 'Forgotten'
Earl Spencer, Princess Diana's brother, alleges in his new memoir that King Charles told him 'we'll forget her soon enough' during a heated phone call days after Diana's 1997 death. Buckingham Palace issued a rare statement pushing back on the claims, suggesting grief can 'cloud reason' and 'colour memory.'
22 articles 14 sources Sep 16 to Sep 19