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Tierra Walker, 37, was diagnosed with pre-eclampsia at 20 weeks, and family says denial of abortion led to deathA wrongful death lawsuit filed on Tuesday accuses Ken Paxton, the Texas attorney general, doctors and state health officials of contributing to the death of a pregnant San Antonio woman whose family says she was denied an abortion that could have saved her life.Tierra Walker, 37, died in December 2024 while 20 weeks pregnant after being diagnosed with pre-eclampsia, a dangerous pregnancy-related high blood pressure condition that can be fatal. Continue reading...

• The White House issued new presidential actions regarding artificial intelligence policy on September 14, 2026, as Republican lawmakers remain divided on their own approach. • These executive actions establish a specific policy calendar that lawmakers and financial markets are now tracking. • The ongoing policy disagreements are shaping campaign messaging and committee priorities ahead of the midterm elections.

Lawsuit accuses university of ‘deliberate indifference’ and failure to respond to ‘persistent and coordinated harassment’Mahmoud Khalil announced on Monday that he’s sued Columbia University, accusing the New York City school he attended of a years-long history of anti-Palestinian discrimination, indifference to harassment, and retaliation.Khalil, a US green card holder of Palestinian descent, was a graduate student at Columbia’s School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) when he was arrested at his university apartment by federal immigration agents in March 2025, the first of a number of foreign nationals that the Trump administration has detained and sought to deport over their pro-Palestinian advocacy. Continue reading...

• BRICS member countries approved the New Delhi Declaration during the 2026 summit to establish a consensus on global governance and security. • The agreement follows intense negotiations and covers specific issues including terrorism, conflict resolution, trade challenges, and reforms to the United Nations. • This outcome represents a major diplomatic win for India by securing alignment among nations with differing geopolitical interests on Global South representation.

• A new poll finds that Americans are increasingly skeptical of federal government information regarding politics, foreign affairs, and the environment. • Majorities of respondents now report having little or no trust in government data concerning these specific issues. • This rising mistrust extends to the expected results of the upcoming midterm elections.

• The Association for Asian Studies announced its slate of candidates for the fall 2026 elections. • Current members will receive email instructions to access the online ballot when it opens on September 15, with voting closing on November 16. • Shifting constraints on fieldwork in the People's Republic of China have pushed researchers toward diaspora archives, refugee studies, and computationally-tractable datasets.

• A new AP-NORC/USA Facts poll shows that Americans have become more skeptical of federal government information over the last few years. • About 6 in 10 U.S. adults report they trust government data "only a little" or "not at all" regarding immigration, abortion, elections, foreign affairs, and the environment. • This rising mistrust indicates a growing gap between federal communication and public belief across several major policy areas.

• A new AP-NORC/USA Facts poll reveals that Americans have become more skeptical of federal government information compared to a few years ago. • Majorities of respondents now report having little or no trust in government data regarding the environment, foreign affairs, and elections. • This decline in trust suggests a growing gap between official federal communications and public belief across several critical policy areas.

• A new AP-NORC/USA Facts poll shows that Americans have become more skeptical of federal government information over the last few years. • Majorities of respondents now report having little or no trust in government data regarding the environment, foreign affairs, and elections. • This rising mistrust indicates a growing gap between federal communication and public belief across critical policy areas.

• A new poll finds that Americans are increasingly skeptical of federal government information regarding politics, foreign affairs, and the environment. • Majorities of respondents now report having little or no trust in government data across these key policy areas. • This rising mistrust extends to the expected results of the upcoming midterm elections.

• Kim Min-seok, leader of the Democratic Party of Korea, announced that the party will pursue a realistic constitutional amendment based on public demand. • He identified the Mega Special Zone Special Act as the top legislative priority for the current regular National Assembly session. • This approach signals a shift toward prioritizing immediate livelihood issues and public sentiment over rigid legal procedures.

• The Bathla Group building company collapsed, highlighting systemic issues within the private credit market. • Oil prices rose following increased geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. • These events create volatility for investors and lenders exposed to private credit and energy markets.

Liz Oyer says department fired her after she refused to recommend restoring gun rights of actor and Trump allyThe former pardon attorney for the US justice department, Elizabeth Oyer, filed a lawsuit on Thursday against the department and attorney general Todd Blanche, accusing them of “unlawfully” firing her last year after she said she refused to recommend restoring actor Mel Gibson’s gun rights.In the complaint, filed in the US district court for the District of Columbia, Oyer alleges that in early 2025, while she was serving as pardon attorney, she was asked to “disregard her duties and facilitate a political favor” for Gibson based on his “relationship with President Trump”. Continue reading...

President’s order strips nearly 3m acres of Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante, sacred tribal sites, of safeguardsPatagonia, the outdoor clothing and gear company, has joined a lawsuit challenging Donald Trump’s decision to significantly reduce the Bears Ears and Grand Staircase-Escalante national monuments in Utah, removing protections from nearly 3m acres.In July, the president approved the reduction of the sites by 90%, clearing the way to open the land to oil and gas companies. He argued in his proclamations that doing so would allow lands to be “put to a higher-priority use” and that the they contained critical minerals important to “ resource independence …[and] national security.” Continue reading...

• The AARP Bulletin interviewed Democratic and Republican candidates across 12 high-profile races for governor and the U.S. Senate to gauge their stances on issues affecting older voters. • The initiative aims to provide transparency and direct insights into candidate platforms as voters prepare for the general election on November 3. • This coverage is critical for the aging population to understand how potential leaders plan to address healthcare, social security, and other age-related policy concerns.

Exclusive: Eyad Shadid launches civil case in district court after charges against him dropped, alleging he was ‘battered’ near Sydney’s town hall in FebruaryGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA Palestinian Australian man who alleges he was punched in the face when trying to stop police from harassing Muslim men praying during an anti–Isaac Herzog protest is suing New South Wales over “a series of false accusations”.Eyad Shadid has launched a civil case in the NSW district court, alleging he was assaulted, battered and falsely imprisoned by police near Sydney’s town hall. Continue reading...

• Thailand is strategically positioning itself as a regional hub for artificial intelligence (AI) startups to capitalize on the global AI boom. • The government has launched new initiatives specifically designed to support and empower the next generation of tech entrepreneurs. • This move signals a broader national commitment to digital innovation and accelerating technological advancement within the country.

• The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier is scheduled to dock in the Thai resort city of Pattaya after spending 200 days at sea. • Thai authorities have issued warnings regarding prostitution in the area, as the practice remains illegal despite Pattaya's reputation as a tourist hub. • The visit marks a significant logistical stop for the US Navy vessel following its extended deployment across the region.

• The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) concluded its summit with a strategic goal to position itself as a global powerhouse challenging Western dominance. • Representing nearly half of the world's population, the group aims to foster a multipolar future, though the summit highlighted significant internal disagreements and divergent national interests. • Turkish President Erdoğan described the SCO as a "complement to the UN," emphasizing Türkiye's commitment to resolving regional conflicts through diplomacy and dialogue.

• Severe flooding and landslides have disrupted transport across parts of Nepal, resulting in hundreds of tourist casualties. • European governments, including Italy, Spain, and Belgium, have issued urgent safety guidance and emergency contact details for their citizens in the region. • Italy is urging nationals to register via the "Dove siamo nel mondo" service, while Spain and Belgium have provided direct consular phone lines for urgent assistance.

• During a National Assembly session, legislators focused on constituency issues, with PPP members demanding a formal policy statement from the Prime Minister regarding the creation of new provinces. • MNAs raised urgent concerns over the increasing rates of violence against women, calling for government attention to the crisis. • PPP MNA Sharmila Faruqui criticized federal development disparities, noting that Rs49bn was approved for the Lahore-Sahiwal-Bahawalnagar Motorway while only Rs30bn was released for the Hyderabad-Sukkur Motorway.

US labels group ‘global terrorist’ as its legal challenge against proscription in UK nears supreme court hearingThe US ⁠has ​issued sanctions against ⁠the UK-based direct action organisation Palestine ⁠Action, describing it as a “transnational terror group”.The US Department of the Treasury labelled Palestine Action a specially designated global terrorist on Wednesday, which allows the US to freeze the assets of foreign individuals and entities. Continue reading...

• Lauren is running a campaign in Tennessee focused on providing independent solutions to everyday problems rather than engaging in ideological two-party gridlock. • She is specifically opposing a coordinated effort to eliminate the neutrality of the state's court system. • The candidate pledges to protect the constitutional balance of powers and ensure judicial decisions remain free from political pressure.

Multicultural Business Coalition sues New York City mayor, alleging plan for city-run stores will harm smaller grocersA New York City business group sued mayor Zohran Mamdani on Monday over his plan to create five municipally owned grocery stores.The Multicultural Business Coalition, which says it represents hundreds of small supermarkets, filed two lawsuits in New York county supreme court on Monday, arguing that the plan violates the civil rights of smaller, immigrant- and minority-owned businesses. The group argues that smaller stores would be unable to match the discounts offered by the city grocery stores and “therefore, will be put out of business,” according to the lawsuits. Continue reading...

• United Airlines is pursuing growth through an expansion at JFK airport and the increased integration of AI to optimize operations. • The airline is specifically focusing on the premium travel segment as options for major industry mergers remain limited and uncertain. • These strategic shifts aim to drive revenue and efficiency in a competitive market where consolidation is currently stalled.

Relatives of woman fatally stabbed on public transit allege death was preventable and Charlotte knew of violent crime issueThe family of Iryna Zarutska is suing Charlotte and a security company one year after the Ukrainian refugee was fatally stabbed onboard a light rail train in the North Carolina city.A lawsuit filed on Friday in Charlotte’s Mecklenburg county superior court alleges Zarutska’s death was preventable. It also claims the city and the company that provides security for the Charlotte Area Transit System failed to put adequate protections in place despite knowing about violent crime on and around the municipal light rail line. Continue reading...

Prestige Brand Holdings has voluntarily recalled a batch of its Clear Eyes eye drops after FDA alertNearly 40,000 bottles of eye drops are being pulled from store shelves across the US over concerns about potential contamination, according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).Prestige Brand Holdings, based in Tarrytown, New York, has voluntarily recalled 39,060 bottles of Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief eye drops because of a “lack of assurance of sterility”, an FDA enforcement report states. The FDA classified the action as a Class II recall, defined on the agency’s website as a moderate-risk situation “in which use of or exposure to a violative product may cause temporary or medically reversible adverse health consequences or where the probability of serious adverse health consequences is remote”. Continue reading...

Minnesota attorney general sues Texas governor in case of ICE agent charged with wounding a man in MinneapolisMinnesota’s attorney general has sued the governor of Texas to force him to extradite an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent charged with wounding a man and then lying to justify the shooting during the US agency’s controversial crackdown in Minneapolis.Keith Ellison, Minnesota’s attorney general, is asking a federal judge to bar the sheriff in Cameron county, Texas, from releasing ICE agent Christian Castro, and to order Greg Abbott, Texas’s governor, to sign his extradition warrant so that Minnesota officers can take custody. Continue reading...