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Exclusive: key White House loyalist orchestrating multi-agency effort condemned by critics as cruel and racistStephen Miller is leading an unprecedented and intense White House drive across a host of government departments to accelerate the removal of undocumented immigrant children from the US, using tactics that critics say are cruel and racist and, in some cases, flout federal law, the Guardian has learned.As deputy chief of staff at the White House, focused on immigration policy, Miller is seen as the mastermind and enforcer behind Donald Trump’s hardline anti-immigration agenda. Continue reading...

• President Lee Jae Myung stated on Friday that he has no intention of seeking reelection. • Lee rejected claims that his push to revise the Constitution to allow consecutive presidential terms was a move to extend his own time in office. • This clarification comes during Lee's seventh press conference since taking office, a period marked by falling approval ratings.

Customs and Border Protection faces bipartisan backlash from locals for 30ft border wall through Texas national parkThe Trump administration is pressing forward with construction on the controversial border wall in the Big Bend region of west Texas, even as Customs and Border Protection (CBP) faces furious backlash from local leaders and landowners for its fast-moving plans.Construction began this week in Hudspeth county, which lies just east of the city of El Paso. CBP has been pressing landowners there to grant permission to allow the agency to erect a 30ft steel bollard border wall in that area, offering them signing bonuses as an incentive to avoid eminent domain disputes. Continue reading...

• South Korea's ruling People Power Party adopted the confirmation report for Justice Minister nominee Kim Seung-won on September 17, 2026. • Opposition Democratic Party lawmakers walked out of the session, halting reports on other nominees including Hong Ji-sun and Lee So-young. • The ruling bloc pushed the appointment to end a prolonged vacancy at the Justice Ministry, while the opposition claims vetting is complete regarding lobbying allegations.

Exclusive: Sisters of Nicholas Brandram recount 44-year-old’s deteriorating mental health in days before he took his lifeDays before Nicholas Brandram, the man suspected of being the “Putney pusher”, killed himself, he told his family that the police investigation was “murdering him”.He had “no fight left” in him, he told his sisters, Alexia Hicks and Sophie Voelcker, and could not see an end to the Metropolitan police investigation, or the online abuse. Continue reading...

Exclusive: The Green leader has not spoken publicly about the motion, which is likely to be debated at the party’s conference in OctoberThe Greens are pushing Zack Polanski to take a stance on a potential party policy stating “Zionism is racism”, with some fearing it could alienate Jewish supporters if it was passed.Polanski, who leads the Greens in England and Wales, has not spoken publicly about the motion, which came top of a members’ vote of policy motions to be debated at the party conference in Brighton at the start of October, and is thus almost certain to feature. Continue reading...

Banker, 44, was arrested in connection with incident on bridge but family say ‘no credible evidence’ he was involvedThe family of Nicholas Brandram have denied he was the so-called “Putney pusher” and said he “took his own life after months of immense pressure caused by a Metropolitan police investigation”.Brandram, 44, was found unresponsive inside a property in Chiswick, west London, believed to be his home, on Tuesday evening. Continue reading...

• Prime Minister Modi inaugurated SEMICON India 2026 in Delhi to promote the country's semiconductor industry. • Oracle is laying off up to 1,500 employees in India, while London-based Quartz raised £2.75 million for an AI wealth advisor. • These shifts impact the regional labor market for tech workers and expand institutional access to cryptocurrency in the Middle East and North Africa.

• A new modelling study published in The Lancet suggests European patients may face longer waits for new medicines due to US efforts to lower drug prices. • Researchers analyzed 195 patented medicines that represent $87.9 billion of annual spending in the United States. • Pharmaceutical companies may delay launching products in lower-price markets if the US forces prices to match those in high-income countries like France or Germany.

HSBC director Nicholas Brandram, 44, was found unresponsive by emergency services on Tuesday evening A senior city banker suspected of pushing a woman into the path of a moving bus in the “Putney pusher” case has been found dead.Nicholas Brandram, 44, was discovered at his home in Chiswick, west London, on Tuesday. Continue reading...

• The European Commission is expected to announce a ban on social media for minors next week. • The Netherlands and Spain are pushing for this rule to be harmonized across the EU and extended to include AI chatbots and video games. • This move would create a unified, EU-enforced age limit for digital platforms rather than leaving regulations to individual member states.

• The conflict between the US and Iran is colliding with Yemen's long-term civil war, forcing more residents to flee their homes. • Economic collapse is compounding the hardship for millions of people already affected by the ongoing humanitarian crisis. • This escalation threatens the stability of local markets and increases the immediate survival risk for displaced populations.

• Tech executives from companies like OpenAI, Google AI, and Anthropic are pushing for AI regulation while President Trump dismisses fears about the technology as a "hoax." • Trump compared the warnings regarding artificial intelligence to past climate scams. • This divide creates uncertainty for the technology market as the U.S. competes with China in the AI race.

• Donald Trump criticized the Supreme Court on Tuesday after the justices rejected his attempt to restrict mail-in voting for the current midterm elections. • Trump posted on social media that the justices who ruled against him were "not the people I interviewed." • The decision ensures that mail-in ballot access remains available to voters who would have been restricted under Trump's proposed rules.

• Leading artificial intelligence companies are calling for a slowdown in the development of advanced AI systems. • Critics argue these firms are attempting to reduce operational costs and block new competitors from entering the market. • This push for slower development could protect the market dominance of established firms while hindering the growth of latecomers.

• Democrats and activist groups are creating contingency plans to counter potential interference from Donald Trump during the upcoming midterm elections. • White House spokeswoman Lauren Blis dismissed these concerns in a statement, claiming fears are fueled by Democrats who oppose Voter ID and other security measures. • These preparations highlight a growing lack of trust in the stability of the U.S. democratic process during national voting cycles.

• Screen Producers Australia joined a global coalition of industry bodies to urge governments to protect domestic content rules as streaming services change how shows are made. • The group represents more than 800 production businesses across Australia and is supported by representatives from 11 European nations, including France, Italy, and Spain. • These protections aim to ensure local stories continue to be produced and funded despite the market dominance of global streaming platforms.

Follow the day’s news liveGet our new political email, free app or daily news podcastAustralian households could save $5,000 a year by electrifying their homes and cars, AAP reports, and more than 30 organisations will call for incentives and stronger policies in Canberra as part of a national campaign.The campaign is linked to the international Electrify Now campaign, and follows a COP31 push to raise the global electrification rate from about 20% to 35% by 2035.There’s a role for the Australian government to send a clear signal that electrification is happening and that it’s what the future of our energy system will depend on.At the moment, federal policy is sending mixed messages.Too often we ask, “why didn’t she leave?,” when we should have asked, where would she go? We know that safe housing is absolutely critical to help women and children leave violence. That’s why we are building more than ever before. Continue reading...

• Leaders from Scotland, Wales, and Ireland are preparing to sign a deal that seeks the right to hold referendums on independence from the United Kingdom. • The move follows comments from US President Donald Trump during a visit to Dublin where he stated he would "love" to see a united Ireland. • This agreement creates a coordinated political push that could challenge the current territorial integrity and governance of the UK.

‘Red lines’ legislation would forbid defence equipment technology or services being used, includes parts for F-35 fighter jetsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastCrossbench MPs including David Pocock and Sophie Scamps will put pressure on the Albanese government to ban Australian goods from being used by the Israeli military – including for F-35 fighter jets – by introducing a bill designed to force it to adhere to international obligations.The group’s “red lines” legislation, to be presented on Monday, would outlaw defence equipment, technology or services being used where they could breach Australia’s international human rights obligations. Continue reading...

• Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met on the sidelines of the BRICS summit to discuss strengthening business ties and restoring border peace. • The meeting marks a recovery in diplomatic relations following a violent border clash between the two nations in 2020. • Improved cooperation between these two global powers could stabilize regional trade and reduce geopolitical tensions in Asia.

• Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping pledged on Saturday to strengthen business and transport links to revive diplomatic ties. • The leaders focused on resolving structural trade imbalances, supply chain issues, and the need for predictable market access. • This agreement aims to stabilize the economic relationship between the two largest Asian markets by addressing mutual trade concerns.

Screen limits will become mandatory in NSW schools from 2028 as federal education minister says students may need a ‘digital detox’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our new political email, free app or daily news podcastThe New South Wales government has announced it will implement limits on screen time in public school classrooms and push for students to take part in daily “pen and paper” learning.The state’s new regulations follow a similar announcement from the Victorian government and suggestions by the federal education minister, Jason Clare, that students might need a “digital detox”.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s Politics, really newsletter here Continue reading...

• India showcased 37 deep-tech startups at the Bharat Innovates Exposition held at Bharat Mandapam during the 18th BRICS Summit. • The event connected these innovators with global investors and business leaders to promote Indian technological advancements. • This initiative aims to integrate Indian startups into the global market by leveraging the BRICS network for investment and growth.

• Global bonds experienced a widespread selloff as U.S. 10-year Treasury yields climbed to 4.97%. • The surge was driven by oil prices exceeding $100 per barrel and expectations that the Federal Reserve and Bank of Japan will raise interest rates. • Higher sovereign yields increase borrowing costs for governments and lead to steeper mortgage rates for consumers.