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'Can't afford petrol': Pakistan PTI workers ride donkey carts to assembly in protest
Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf lawmakers protested soaring fuel prices by riding donkey carts. Petrol prices reached 390.79 rupees per litre and diesel 424.92 rupees. The government introduced a relief scheme for two- and three-wheelers and small cars. This scheme faced initial implementation issues with petrol pumps. Austerity measures, including market closures and reduced fuel allocations, were also reinstated.
Trump to meet Venezuela acting president, first meeting since Maduro’s removal
President Donald Trump will meet acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez in New York. This meeting occurs during a reception for leaders attending the UN General Assembly. The leaders are expected to discuss Venezuela's energy sector and a recent oil reserves agreement. This engagement follows Washington's removal of former President Nicolas Maduro in January. Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado faces uncertainty regarding her return to the country.
Trump says he has deal with Denmark to bolster US military presence in Greenland
In a big development, US President Donald Trump on Friday said that he has a deal with Denmark to bolster the US military presence in Greenland after months of threatening to take island by force from the NATO ally. Taking to social media to announce the deal, he said the agreement "gives the United States permanent control over security, and all other needs, in Greenland, completely addressing ALL of our many US concerns.
US President Trump signs Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act allowing up to 100% tariff on India, China
US President Donald Trump signed the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act on Wednesday. The Act authorises Trump to impose steep tariffs of up to 100 per cent on countries, including China and India, buying Russian oil and gas. The Act seeks to impose steep levies on Moscow and its top energy buyers such as China and India. "On Friday, September 18, 2026, the President signed into law: H.R.5334, the "Lindsey O.Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026," which authorises and expands statutory sanctions, tariffs, and prohibitions on Russia and extends existing sanctions on Iran," the White House
Erika Kirk Idaho Event Dispute: Owens, TPUSA split on student assembly; questions over opt-in
Candace Owens and Turning Point USA are disputing how students attended a Club America event at Nampa Christian School in Idaho. Owens says students were brought to the event as a school assembly and did not voluntarily sign up. TPUSA spokesperson Andrew Kolvet says students could opt out and three did. The disagreement has also raised questions about Erika Kirk's youth outreach.
In 2004, Ken Griffey Jr. paid $2.575 million for 11.58 lakefront acres near Orlando
Baseball legend Ken Griffey Jr. has placed his stunning lakeside mansion on the market for $27 million. Acquired in 2004, he dedicated four years to crafting this Mediterranean-style masterpiece, featuring seven luxurious bedrooms and ten bathrooms. The estate boasts exceptional amenities, including a private movie theater and a fun-filled saltwater pool complete with a waterslide. With his children now grown, Griffey is ready to pass on this remarkable home.
Trump bars news outlets CNN, MS NOW, Politico from White House
President Donald Trump has enacted a swift exclusion of three major news outlets—CNN, MS NOW, and Politico—from White House premises. He branded their regular reports as 'FAKE NEWS,' marking a bold stance against media he perceives as adversarial. Trump warned that more outlets could follow if they continue to publish misleading narratives about his presidency.
Wilt Chamberlain’s 1971 Bel-Air estate sold for $9.7M after a 5-year overhaul & $19M listing
Basketball legend Wilt Chamberlain's Bel-Air mansion has sold for approximately $9.7 million. This sale concluded years of attempts to sell the property at a much lower price. The 9,395-square-foot home was originally commissioned by Chamberlain in 1971. After extensive renovations, the property was relisted multiple times with significant price cuts. The final sale price was nearly half of its highest asking price.
Memorial Stadium rubble built Maryland living shoreline, restoring 400ft of coast & 2 acres of wetlands
In an innovative project, crushed concrete sourced from Baltimore's Memorial Stadium has been repurposed to establish coastal foundations. This sustainable initiative has not only fostered wetland creation but has also restored over 400 linear feet of shoreline. Engineers effectively utilized the rubble to construct breakwaters and low barriers, mitigating wave erosion while simultaneously functioning as artificial reefs that bolster oyster and fish populations.
From Macaca to MAGA: How one needling remark can become a political thorn for Trump
A 2006 incident involving Senator George Allen and a racial slur highlights how small remarks can alter election outcomes. Recent social media posts by Republican Bo French have also drawn significant criticism and condemnation. These events suggest a growing unease among some Republicans regarding Trump's influence. Moderate Republicans and even prominent figures are distancing themselves from controversial rhetoric. Such shifts could impact the upcoming midterm elections and future political landscapes.
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