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PoliticsSep 17French fishermen block ports over fuel pricesWith the price of diesel rising to near-record levels, linked to the US-Iran war, fishermen blocked the entrances to two Mediterranean ports and a petrol depot in protest, prompting the government to increase petrol subsidies for the sector.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsSep 17Republican leadership halts Congress activity and avoids impeachment of HegsethThe Republican leader in Congress suspended sessions, postponing the impeachment of the head of Defense until after the elections. The measure avoids a vote on the process, which criticizes the unauthorized use of force. The secretary is questioned for his management.Clarín
PoliticsSep 17How AP obtained and analyzed data on 4.5 million migrants released at the US borderThe AP analyzed data from 4.5 million migrants who crossed the border with Mexico in the last decade, revealing their destinations in the US. Records show that many migrants were released with summonses, and some face long waits for judicial hearings.Clarín
PoliticsSep 17Security for Ireland’s easy-access politicians dealt a blowPrime minister calls attack on lawmaker Michael Healy-Rae a watershed moment in a country where he and others ‘can walk through our streets unhindered.’Politico Europe
PoliticsSep 17Trump photographed looking over 'Kennedy Center DEMOLISHED' placardA judge has directed the Trump administration to provide 30 days' notice of any changes in the Kennedy Center's renovation plans, including any planned demolition.ABC News
PoliticsSep 17Official and confirmed by USCIS | Response times and guidelines for approving work permits and permanent residency in the United States have changedThe agency strengthened the initial evidence requirements for immigration procedures. The change may affect applications for residency, work permits, and other benefits.Clarín
PoliticsSep 17Kaepernick: Van Jones tried to broker a meeting between Trump, former QBFormer NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick revealed Wednesday that CNN analyst and former Obama administration adviser Van Jones attempted to broker a meeting between the football player and President Trump. Appearing on a MediasTouch podcast, host Ben Meiselas asked Kaepernick about a “Black Summit” the former San Francisco 49ers quarterback was invited to during Trump’s first…The Hill
PoliticsSep 17Trump will receive Xi with great pomp but low expectationsEl encuentro entre Trump y Xi en la Casa Blanca estará marcado por tensiones en torno a la inteligencia artificial, Irán y la guerra comercial. Se espera que el diálogo sea más un espectáculo que una negociación sustancial.Aunque la cumbre busca gestionar tensiones, expertos dudan de avances significativos. La reunión podría ser solo una reiteración de la visita previa de Trump a Pekín, centrada en la imagen pública.Clarín
PoliticsSep 17Family member of lawyer who coined 'genocide' seeks to strip name from group accusing Israel of atrocityA relative of "genocide" term creator Raphael Lemkin wants a Pennsylvania nonprofit to drop the family name over its accusations against Israel. The institute defends its mission and name.Fox News World
PoliticsSep 17Trump photo seems to reference Kennedy Center demolition amid legal battle over closurePresident Donald Trump wants his name on the Kennedy Center. But a judge has ruled it cannot be placed there without authorization by Congress.CNBC
PoliticsSep 17To a Binational Tribe, Trump’s Border Wall Feels Like BetrayalAn escalating confrontation on Native land southwest of Tucson threatens to upend decades of uneasy cooperation between the Tohono O’odham Nation and the United States.NYT US
PoliticsSep 17Richmond County School System terminates 5 school resource officers following Georgia POST reviewThe Richmond County School System fired five school resource officers after a review by Georgia POST. This action suggests issues regarding officer conduct or qualifications within the school system.wfxg · georgia
PoliticsSep 17Carney accepts Von der Leyen's invitation for Canada to become the first associate member of the EU: "It would be a beacon for other democracies"The Canadian Prime Minister "welcomes this ambition," ignores Trump's threats, and offers other countries to join the alliance.El Mundo
PoliticsSep 17Democratic senators request Pentagon provide ‘bare minimum’ on cost of Iran warNearly the entire Democratic caucus in the Senate is demanding that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth provide Congress with a full accounting of the cost of the war in Iran along with related budget requests, as frustration grows that the Pentagon is not being forthcoming about the war and its fiscal impact.NBC News
PoliticsSep 17Germany cuts development aid despite growing crisesThe budget of Germany's Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) is set to shrink for the fifth consecutive year. Aid organizations warn that the cuts could have dramatic consequences for millionsDW News [en]
PoliticsSep 17As global crises grow, Germany cuts development aidThe budget of Germany's Economic Cooperation and Development Ministry is set to shrink for the fifth consecutive year. Aid organizations warn that the cuts will have severe consequences for millions of people.DW News [en]
PoliticsSep 17Why Canada courting the EU isn't great news for Great Britain👉Listen to This Is Why on your podcast app👈Sky News World
PoliticsSep 17Kalyana Karnataka development a priority, says TangadagiA political figure has stated that the development of Kalyana Karnataka is a top priority. This highlights a focus on regional progress by a public official.The Hindu
PoliticsSep 17TDP meet stresses on enhanced coordination among party workersA meeting of the TDP emphasized the importance of improved coordination among its party members. This indicates a focus on internal party organization and strategy.The Hindu
PoliticsSep 17Trump administration allows truck drivers hauling gas, diesel to work longer hoursTransportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced Wednesday the Trump administration will temporarily increase how long gas and diesel truck drivers can drive, as fuel costs remain elevated amid the Iran war. Under the 90-day waiver from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), truck drivers hauling gasoline and diesel can drive for up to 16 hours…The Hill
PoliticsSep 17In Kalaburagi, Siddaramaiah’s statue installed in the night, removed the next morningA statue of Siddaramaiah was installed overnight in Kalaburagi but was subsequently removed the following morning. This incident highlights a local political action and its immediate reversal.The Hindu
PoliticsSep 17Kennedy Center claims it’s only closing for seven days after Trump says it could be ‘ripped down’DOJ says the institution will close ‘temporarily’ for repairs after the president publicly mentions its potential demolitionThe Independent World
PoliticsSep 17Congress is failing faith communities on security funding at the worst timeFor too long, Jews and other faith-based communities have been forced to shoulder the financial and emotional burdens of protecting ourselves from hate.The Hill
PoliticsSep 17IPOB demands referendum on Nigeria’s political futureThe Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has called for a referendum to allow Nigerians and the various constituent peoples of the country to determine their preferred political future. In a statement signed by its spokesperson, Emma Powerful, the group argued that the 2027 general elections alone would not resolve what it described as longstanding constitutional […] The post IPOB demands referendum on Nigeria’s political future appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria