Economy

2026-09-28 18:02:44.386611

Two giant pandas arrive in Atlanta from China after Xi-Trump summit

Two giant pandas on loan from China arrive at Zoo Atlanta for 10-year stay. The loan of the pandas to Zoo Atlanta was one of the outcomes of last week's three-day summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. A new agreement between Zoo Atlanta and the China Wildlife Conservation Association makes Atlanta one of three zoos in the US.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:03:10.536434

Treasury yields edge higher amid pressure on global government bonds

The 10-year Treasury yield rose to 5.205% early Monday, up about 4 basis points from Friday's 5.165% close. The yield reached 5.23% during Friday's session, its highest level since 2007 and since the 2008 financial crisis. The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate last week.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:03:25.026024

Oil Prices Climb on Continued Impasse in U.S.-Iran Talks

Meta Platforms is on a five-week winning streak and is up more than 25% in September. The hyperscaler slipped 3% in premarket trading following an almost 13% gain last week amid a series of announcements related to its personal AI agent Muse. If that holds, it would mark Meta's worst day in more than a month.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:04:17.070348

Here’s the latest.

Mediators working to broker US-Iran deal even after Trump rejected latest Tehran proposal. Mediators are still working with Iran and the United States on brokering a deal to end the fighting and open the Strait of Hormuz. For months, the two sides have been trying to outlast the other, while regional countries endure missile attacks.

Sources

Entertainment

2026-09-28 18:01:36.774902

Taylor Swift and Charli XCX among stars to light up VMAs red carpet

CNN.com will feature iReporter photos in a weekly Travel Snapshots gallery. Please submit your best shots of the U.S. for next week. Visit CNN.com/Travel next Wednesday for a new gallery of snapshots. Please share your best photos of the United States with

Sources

2026-09-28 18:03:37.355049

Dario Amodei of Anthropic to Dine With Trump at White House

Trump says the U.S. is "maybe a year and a half" ahead of China in the AI arms race. The warning comes as concerns grow about the potential for AI to go rogue and carry out harmful tasks. The president says he is "not worried" about the threat of AI.

Sources

Politics

2026-09-28 18:00:40.276167

A Growing North Korea Problem

Located in the NoBo Art District, Bacco has created more than a neighborhood Italian eatery; it feels like a little piece of a proprio agio. The family-oriented environment has given Natalie the flexibility to care for her own beautiful little family while providing the consistency and sense of solace that she values.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:01:58.000170

Who’s Winning the Race for Congress? 2026 Midterm Elections

Trump to travel to Ohio to stump for Sen. Jon Husted as the Republican faces competitive challenge. Husted is a veteran of Republican politics in Ohio, having served as a state lawmaker, House speaker, secretary of state and lieutenant governor. Ohio Republican Party Chairman Alex Triantafilou recently said he hoped Trump would visit his state.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:02:19.603686

Taxpayer-funded Trump ads draw bipartisan scrutiny ahead of midterms

The White House has defended the ads, calling them "public service announcements" Democrats on appropriations panels have called for the "Love Me" ad to be taken off the air. A spokesperson instead said that the ads were "about reminding Americans to love their country" The ads will air ahead of November's midterm elections.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:05:01.671452

Iran Proposes 7-Day Plan to End War

Iran has lodged a complaint with the U.N. over U.S. sanctions against its aviation sector. The sanctions have forced the cancellation of many flights across the region. As the sanctions took effect last Wednesday, some major airlines were forced to cancel international flights as several nations in the region implemented bans.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:05:13.997529

Jordan’s King Abdullah Likely to Focus on Palestinians at U.N. General Assembly

The speech of Jordanian King Abdullah II was not a speech by a head of state, as is customary for heads of delegations attending the annual meeting of the United Nations General Assembly. His Majesty's speech expressed the concerns of Jordanians and Palestinians, and with them Arabs and free people of the world and advocates for the realization of humanity as a whole.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:05:30.132060

At U.N., Trump Says He Will Strike a Deal With Iran or ‘Annihilate’ It

Houthis have imposed a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia, hitting its tankers and territory. They have also seized swathes of Yemen's Red Sea coast, vital for Saudi oil exports, causing energy prices to jump. Yemen's fragmented government was dealt a major blow by the Houthis, who seized control of the country's entire Red Sea.

Sources

Technology

2026-09-28 18:01:18.760033

SpaceX launches its massive Starship rocket into orbit for the first time

SpaceX launched its Starship and Super Heavy rocket on Monday morning and made it to orbit for the first time ever despite losing one of its engines on its trip up to space. The company ultimately decided to end the flight earlier than planned. SpaceX launches Starship into orbit for first timeever but cuts mission short.

Sources

World

2026-09-28 18:00:27.129907

Watch: BBC reports from the front-line of an escalating war in Yemen

Houthi fighters have taken control of the strategic Red Sea port of Mokha. The Houthis have also launched drones and missiles at cities and infrastructure in south-western Saudi Arabia. The Saudi military has carried out air strikes on Houthi positions on the Red Sea coast, while the Houthi forces have been driven out of Taiz.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:00:52.724486

Hurricane Nolo still threatens Hawaii as Mexico’s Baja braces for Hurricane Polo

Polo is forecast to be near major hurricane strength when it reaches Baja California Sur later today. Hurricane Nolo edged further away from the Hawaiian Islands on Sunday as major Hurricane Polo bore down on Mexico's southern Baja Californian peninsula. Hurricane Polo had top sustained winds of 125 mph (205 kph) Sunday evening.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:01:05.325221

Trump Rejects Iran’s Cease-Fire Proposal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz

Iran has proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz as part of a deal to end the war. President Donald Trump said over the weekend he's rejecting an offer from Iran. Last week, Iran proposed a seven-day ceasefire and the phased reopening of the Strait, contingent upon the U.S. meeting conditions laid out in the mid-June memorandum of understanding.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:01:29.902584

Russian Drone Strikes Ukraine’s Science Academy, Causing Fire in City Center

Russian drone hits science academy in heart of Kyiv, killing a woman and causing a large fire. Two more people killed by Russian strikes in the Kiev region, including an Azerbaijani national. Ukraine also launched fresh attacks on targets deep inside Russia, with strikes on two defence plants in the Tula and Voronezh regions.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:01:47.293673

Andrew Bailey, a Deputy Director at the F.B.I., Leaves His Job

FBI co-Deputy Director Andrew Bailey is resigning to spend time with his family. Bailey was attorney general of Missouri before taking the FBI post last year. He thanked President Donald Trump, Attorney General Todd Blanche and FBI Director Kash Patel for the opportunity. "I want to thank Andrew Bailey for his dedicated service," Patel says.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:02:09.577617

Investigation of alleged gang-rape at Cornell University fraternity house reopened

New York prosecutors reopen investigation after student files lawsuit over alleged gang rape at Cornell University. Woman says she was sexually assaulted in 2024 by seven students after being plied with alcohol and drugs. The Tompkins County District Attorney reopened the Cornell rape investigation and planned to prese the case. The woman's lawyer claims the school did not do enough to protect the accuser.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:02:30.969576

Trump Offered to Sell Arms to China, U.S. Ambassador Says

Ambassador to China David Perdue confirmed that President Donald Trump casually asked Chinese President Xi Jinping if he wanted to buy American weapons during recent high-level discussions. Perdue explained that Trump often remarks that the U.S. sells military equipment globally, noting that the president once asked Xi if he would like to buy some.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:02:58.234716

5 Arrested on Suspicion of Terrorism Near RAF Fairford Air Base in UK

UK police arrest 5 men under terrorism, explosives acts close to US air base. Five men arrested in early hours of Sunday near an air base used by the United States during its war against Iran. Police say they are being held on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act that appeared to involve three trucks. Police declined to give further details on what police and intelligence authorities knew.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:04:03.164927

Over 800 Killed in Renewed Houthi-Saudi War in Yemen, W.H.O. Says

SuperEnalotto, draw and winning numbers for today, September 3, 2026. Fifa, accusations against Uefa: "Defamatory campaign to sabotage Infantino" Jane Fonda: "Scary and dangerous times in the USA, we are working to stop authoritarianism" US Open, today Cobolli-Schoolkate - Live Live.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:04:28.657315

Netanyahu Said to Have Been Warned by Emirati Leader About Hamas Attack Before Oct. 7

A woman was killed and her husband wounded when an Israeli strike hit a Gaza City rooftop. A second Israeli strike, on a school in the Nuseirat refugee camp, left one person critically injured. More than 1,400 Palestinians have been killed since the Gaza ceasefire took effect nearly a year ago.

Sources

2026-09-28 18:04:49.639510

France to Send Soldiers to Saudi Arabia to Help Secure Energy Sites

Kazakhstan is ranked No. 2 in ISU world rankings. Kazakhstan and Italy explore new opportunities in trade, tourism, and investment. Kazakhstan names its first Przewalski’s horse foals. Kazakh scientists develop smart irrigation cutting water use by 32%. Kazakhstan defeats Thailand in Asian Games water polo.

Sources