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Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia push oil toward $100 a barrel
Attacks on civilian and energy facilities in southern Saudi Arabia reportedly wounded 73 people and temporarily halted some operations. Saudi Arabia has vowed retaliation, raising concerns that the escalation could draw the country and Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi militia back into a wider war. Oil prices moved sharply higher as markets assessed the risk of further supply disruptions.
Canada imposes retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion of U.S. goods
Canada’s counter-tariffs have taken effect in response to President Donald Trump’s recent tariffs. The measures range from 15% to 50% and cover products including steel, dairy, appliances, agricultural equipment, pulp and paper, and electronics, escalating tensions between the two countries.
Russia resumes strikes on Kyiv after brief pause during U.S. envoys’ visit
Russia bombarded Kyiv soon after Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner left Ukraine, ending a temporary respite during their visit. The attacks killed at least two people, according to reports. Ukraine’s prosecutor general, Ruslan Kravchenko, also resigned after his offices were searched amid corruption allegations, which he denied.
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Investigators recover flight recorders from Miami cargo-plane crash
Investigators recovered the flight recorders from an Amazon Boeing 767-300 that overshot the runway at Miami International Airport. Five people were killed and five others were seriously injured. The National Transportation Safety Board is examining the aircraft’s speed and airport runway safeguards after the plane traveled 1,300 feet beyond the runway and struck vehicles, including a van carrying seven people.
Social Security financing debate draws support for higher taxes among some Republicans
As the Social Security fund faces depletion, some Republicans are supporting an increase in the payroll tax as a way to avoid deep cuts to retirement benefits. Raising the payroll tax is described as an increasingly popular potential solution, including among lawmakers traditionally opposed to tax increases.
Politics
Charges against ICE agent highlight scrutiny of shooting investigations
The case against ICE agent Christian Castro is described as unprecedented during President Donald Trump’s second term. The report says ICE agents have faced little fallout from shootings involving protesters and others, making the prosecution a notable departure.
New documents renew questions about post-9/11 air-quality warnings
New York City’s administration is releasing more than 170,000 pages concerning air quality around the World Trade Center site in the months after the Sept. 11 attacks. The documents raise questions about whether New Yorkers were misled about the risks from pollution and hazardous substances.
Business & Finance
China’s exports surge as trade surplus widens
China’s exports rose by a quarter in August, becoming an important source of support for the economy as domestic consumption remains weak. The growth comes weeks before Chinese leader Xi Jinping is scheduled to meet President Trump in Washington.
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U.S. markets weaken as oil nears $100 and investors await inflation data
U.S. stock futures and Treasurys weakened as higher oil prices weighed on market sentiment ahead of key U.S. inflation data. Gold prices also fell, while investors watched for signals about the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decisions.
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Mistral AI raises $3.5 billion in funding round
French artificial-intelligence startup Mistral raised about $3.48 billion from existing and new investors, including Samsung and ASML Holding. The company is seeking to compete with American and Chinese rivals while positioning itself as a European alternative in artificial intelligence.
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World News
Germany’s far-right AfD wins historic state election victory
The Alternative for Germany won a historically high vote in Saxony-Anhalt, prompting concerns about the country’s political direction and the future of its postwar strategy for protecting democracy. The party fell three seats short of a majority and is seeking to form a state government.
Nepal seeks $20 million in climate compensation after deadly floods
Nepal is asking the world’s largest economies to provide $20 million in climate compensation after floods that killed or left more than 6,000 people dead or missing. More than 1,300 people have been confirmed dead and more than 5,500 remain missing, according to the report.
China begins regular shipping service through the Arctic
Melting ice is opening a trade route through the Arctic, and China has begun the first regular service along it as part of its polar ambitions. The route raises questions about the commercial and political significance of increased shipping in the region.
Arts & Culture
Thieves steal artworks from Renoir Museum in southern France
Two thieves broke into the Renoir Museum in Cagnes-sur-Mer and took four artworks, dropping one as they fled, according to the town’s mayor. The museum is dedicated to French Impressionist painter Pierre-Auguste Renoir.
Elizabeth Holmes documentary draws attention at Telluride
Nathan Fielder and filmmaker Lance Oppenheim teamed up to interview convicted Theranos executive Elizabeth Holmes for the documentary “You Can See Everything.” The film was featured at the Telluride festival.
Tech & Society
Apple expected to unveil a major iPhone change
Apple is expected to reveal a folding smartphone at its annual launch event on Wednesday, which would represent the company’s first major iPhone change in years. The report notes that the folding device is widely anticipated by Apple product fans.
AI researchers discover computer worm capable of rapidly targeting WeChat accounts
Artificial-intelligence models built a computer worm that could have compromised hundreds of millions of devices within hours, according to experts. The attack was discovered by AI researchers and targeted WeChat accounts.
Australia plans to let users opt out of social-media algorithms
Australia is moving toward rules that would give social-media users over 16 new tools to turn off algorithm-driven content. Platforms could face fines of more than 100 million Australian dollars for failing to comply, while the legislation would also address children’s exposure to misogynistic and eating-disorder content.
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Sports
Coco Gauff reaches US Open quarterfinals without dropping a set
The fourth-seeded American defeated fellow American Iva Jovic 6-1, 6-4 in 80 minutes. Gauff reached the quarterfinals for the first time since winning the tournament three years ago and will face Mirra Andreeva.
Zheng Qinwen rallies past Iga Swiatek at the US Open
Zheng Qinwen overcame a 5-0 deficit in the opening set to defeat six-time Grand Slam champion Iga Swiatek 7-5, 6-3. Zheng advanced to the US Open quarterfinals after winning seven consecutive games to take the first set.
Shohei Ohtani returns as Dodgers extend winning streak
Shohei Ohtani returned to the Dodgers’ lineup after missing four games because of multiple ailments. Los Angeles defeated the Cincinnati Reds 6-3 for its fifth consecutive win.
| TUE | 💧 | WED | THU | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | ☁️ 60/83 | 1% | ☁️ 63/83 | 🌦️ 74/85 |
| Los Angeles | ☁️ 74/101 | 9% | ☁️ 78/108 | ☁️ 79/102 |
| San Francisco | 🌤️ 59/90 | 0% | ☁️ 64/96 | 🌦️ 67/94 |
| Chicago | ☁️ 61/81 | 1% | 🌦️ 68/85 | ☁️ 69/84 |
| Houston | ☁️ 79/95 | 14% | ☁️ 77/91 | 🌦️ 79/95 |
| Dallas | 🌤️ 82/101 | 3% | ⛅ 80/100 | ☁️ 84/101 |
| Phoenix | ☁️ 84/108 | 7% | ☁️ 84/109 | ☁️ 91/107 |
| Philadelphia | ☁️ 59/81 | 0% | ☁️ 62/87 | 🌦️ 71/85 |
| San Antonio | 🌤️ 78/99 | 2% | 🌧️ 77/99 | ⛈️ 78/98 |
| San Diego | ☁️ 75/99 | 4% | ☁️ 76/98 | ☁️ 74/92 |
| San Jose | ☁️ 59/91 | 0% | ☁️ 66/93 | ☁️ 76/97 |
| Austin | ☁️ 80/100 | 4% | ☁️ 79/99 | ☁️ 80/100 |
| Jacksonville | ☁️ 77/89 | 10% | 🌧️ 76/85 | 🌦️ 78/97 |
| Fort Worth | 🌤️ 82/101 | 1% | ☁️ 80/100 | 🌦️ 82/100 |
| Columbus | ☁️ 63/87 | 5% | ☁️ 69/92 | ⛈️ 71/92 |
| Charlotte | ☁️ 63/85 | 0% | ☁️ 63/90 | ☁️ 70/94 |
| Indianapolis | ☁️ 64/91 | 0% | ☁️ 72/93 | ⛈️ 70/91 |
| Seattle | ☁️ 53/69 | 1% | ☁️ 52/74 | ☁️ 54/76 |
| Denver | ☁️ 63/92 | 18% | ☁️ 54/85 | ☁️ 67/90 |
| Boston | ☁️ 57/80 | 1% | ☁️ 58/81 | 🌦️ 70/84 |
| Nashville | ☁️ 73/93 | 8% | ☁️ 76/97 | ☁️ 78/97 |
| Detroit | ☁️ 59/84 | 0% | ☁️ 66/87 | ☁️ 66/86 |
| Portland | ☀️ 55/74 | 1% | ☁️ 59/80 | ☁️ 62/82 |
| Las Vegas | ☁️ 73/101 | 1% | ☁️ 75/105 | ⛅ 93/106 |
| Miami | 🌦️ 76/86 | 51% | ☁️ 77/86 | ⛈️ 77/89 |
| Atlanta | ☁️ 70/89 | 2% | ☁️ 68/92 | ☁️ 74/95 |
| Minneapolis | 🌦️ 67/86 | 56% | 🌦️ 60/86 | ⛅ 62/83 |
| Kansas City | ☀️ 74/101 | 1% | 🌦️ 77/101 | 🌧️ 72/91 |
| New Orleans | 🌦️ 77/87 | 26% | 🌦️ 76/83 | ⛈️ 76/93 |
| Honolulu | ⛈️ 76/81 | 100% | 🌦️ 75/83 | 🌦️ 74/84 |
| Anchorage | 🌦️ 52/61 | 92% | 🌦️ 49/61 | ☁️ 50/65 |