Kauai Businesses Ask Visitors to Return After Hurricane Lowell
Kauai officials say the island is open to visitors, while small businesses struggle with cancellations and uneven recovery after Hurricane Lowell.
College Sports Bill Gains Senate Support as Athlete-Rights Debate Continues
A college-sports proposal backed by more than 70 senators seeks national rules for athlete compensation, revenue sharing and health protections, but critics want stronger safeguards.
Nigeria Orders Review After Dozens of Detained Miners Die
Protests erupted in Minna after dozens of miners died in government custody. Officials have suspended a regional commander, but the cause of the deaths remains unresolved.
Bank of Japan Raises Interest Rate to Highest Level in 31 Years
The Bank of Japan raised its benchmark rate to 1.25% in a closely watched decision, marking its highest level in 31 years.
Iran Claims New Tanker Strike Near Strait of Hormuz as Shipping Risks Grow
Iran says it struck a Togo-flagged tanker near the Strait of Hormuz, while maritime authorities review multiple incident reports. The precise damage and responsibility remain under investigation.
Ukraine Hosts Regional Summit Focused on Security, Energy and Recovery
Ukraine welcomed leaders from neighboring countries for a summit on regional security, energy, logistics and reconstruction as efforts to end the war remain stalled.
Early Voting Opens in Several States as Postal Ballot System Is Paused
Early and absentee voting is beginning in several states while the Postal Service pauses work on disputed national mail-ballot requirements after a federal court order.
Burna Boy Will Headline NFL’s First Regular-Season Game in Paris
The Nigerian star will perform at halftime when the Steelers and Saints play the NFL’s first regular-season game in Paris.
Fact Check: AI Political Ad Rearranges and Adds to Candidate’s Remarks
A Texas campaign ad uses an AI-generated candidate, real quotations removed from context and words the candidate did not say.
South Korea Plans First Approval of Abortion Medication
South Korea plans to authorize mifepristone and misoprostol for pregnancies of up to nine weeks beginning in early 2027.