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- 1EU-backed forensics firm accused of secret Russian control●Oxygen Forensics, a U.S.-based data-extraction firm accused of being secretly run from russia has worked on # EU backed
Oxygen Forensics, a data-extraction company presented as U.S.-based, has been accused of being secretly run from Russia. According to documents seen by POLITICO reporter Antoaneta Roussi, the firm has worked on EU-backed projects and sold its services to European law enforcement agencies, raising concerns about how a company with alleged Russian ties gained access to sensitive police work across Europe.
- 2JP Morgan sees AI demand sparking European nuclear boom●Europe’s AI demand could set off nuclear energy boom, says JP Morgan The EU’s goal of ramping up data centre capacity is
JP Morgan says Europe's push to expand data centre capacity for AI is driving fresh investment in nuclear energy across the EU. The bloc is betting on nuclear power to meet surging electricity demand from data centres while pursuing decarbonisation and energy security goals, with the bank expecting the trend to trigger a wider nuclear energy boom.
- 3Israel revokes Dutch officials' credentials over settlement goods ban●Israel revokes Dutch officials' credentials over settlement goods ban https://www. upi.com/Top_News/World-News/20 26/09/
Israel has revoked the diplomatic credentials of Dutch officials working in the West Bank, in response to a Dutch ban on goods from Israeli settlements. The move escalates tensions between the two governments over settlement trade policy and affects the status of Netherlands diplomats operating in Palestinian territories. The Dutch government has not yet detailed its response, and the dispute highlights widening friction between Israel and European states over settlement policy.
- 4Powerful storm hits US, two states declare emergency●США накрив потужний шторм, у двох штатах оголосили надзвичайний стан У штатах Нью-Йорк та Нью-Джерсі було оголошено надз
A powerful storm has struck the United States, prompting states of emergency in New York and New Jersey. The storm is causing coastal flooding, power outages, transport chaos and the cancellation of public events. Authorities in both states took the emergency measures as conditions worsened along the coast.
- 5Russian strike wounds three at logistics site in Dnipropetrovsk region●Russians attack logistics company branch in Dnipropetrovsk region, three people injured Russian forces struck Synelnykov
Russian forces struck a logistics company branch in Synelnykove, in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region, injuring three people. The attack damaged the facility, part of the continuing strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure far from the front lines. Regional authorities reported the casualties as emergency services responded to the site.
- 6Outrage as East German town bans Holocaust 'stumbling blocks'▼Outrage as East German town bans Holocaust ‘stumbling blocks’
A small town in eastern Germany has banned the installation of new 'stumbling blocks' — brass plaques laid in pavements to mark the last known homes or workplaces of Jews and other victims of the Nazis. The decision has drawn widespread outrage across Germany, with critics calling it a dishonour to Holocaust victims and part of a worrying trend of historical revisionism in parts of the former East Germany.
- 7Trump's somber 2024 campaign ad returns to TV screens▼"As # Trump ran to return to the # WhiteHouse in 2024, his campaign released a somber, black-and-white ad... That # ad h
Donald Trump's campaign aired a stark black-and-white advertisement during his 2024 run for the White House, and that same ad has returned to television stations across the United States this weekend. The notable change, according to reports circulating online, is that it now ends with the words "Paid for by the US...", raising questions about who is funding the spot and why it has been revived.
- 8Russia offers $20 million reward for Ukrainian drone commander Magyar●Russia offers US$20 million reward for information on Unmanned Systems Forces commander Magyar – WSJ Russia has offered
Russia has put a US$20 million bounty on Robert "Magyar" Brovdi, commander of Ukraine's Unmanned Systems Forces, according to the Wall Street Journal. The offer is reportedly being circulated through post-Soviet criminal networks in an effort to obtain information that could help locate the officer, who has led Ukraine's drone operations.
- 9Trump claims Zelenskyy agreed to ease strikes on Russian refineries●Trump claims Zelenskyy agreed to "take it easy" on strikes on Russian oil refineries US President Donald Trump has state
US President Donald Trump said he asked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to slow strikes on Russian oil refineries, claiming Zelenskyy agreed to "take it easy" on such attacks. The remark draws attention because strikes on Russian energy infrastructure have been a key part of Ukraine's war effort, and any suggestion Kyiv curbed them at Washington's request touches on debates over US influence on Ukraine's military decisions.
- 10Massive Russian drone strike hits Kyiv overnight●🔴 AirAttack | 10/10 🇺🇦 Massive Russian drone strike on Kyiv and region Russian Geran-5 drones carried out strikes on Kyi
Russian Geran-5 drones struck Kyiv and the surrounding region throughout the night, with industrial and logistics facilities among the targets hit. Air raid alerts were issued across the Ukrainian capital area as air defence responded to the large-scale attack. The strike is part of Russia's continuing campaign of overnight drone assaults on Ukrainian infrastructure.
- 11Russia rejects German calls to de-escalate at UN●🇷🇺 🇩🇪 # Russia ’s top diplomat rejected German calls to ease off its “dangerous path of escalation” toward the country,
Russia's top diplomat dismissed German calls to step back from what Berlin called a dangerous path of escalation toward Germany, at the UN General Assembly. Instead, he accused Germany of being Ukraine's main sponsor and of seeking to establish itself as a leading military power in Europe. The exchange underscores deepening tensions between Moscow and Berlin over the war in Ukraine and Germany's growing military role.
- 12Gaza bombing sparks grief and anger over world's inaction●From today’s bombing. This hand will forever bear witness to the abandonment of the entire world; a witness to an era th
New airstrikes on Gaza have prompted mourning and furious commentary online, with people sharing images of the aftermath and accusing the international community of abandoning Palestinians. One widely shared message described an injured victim's hand as a witness to 'an era that watched Gaza bleed, then turned its face away', paired with prayers for the dead and calls for justice.
- 13Drone debris hits office centre and residential building in Kyiv●У Подільському районі Києва, поруч з офісним центром, на який упали уламки БпЛА, є влучання в 16-поверховий будинок на р
Debris from a downed drone struck an office centre in Kyiv's Podilskyi district, and a 16-storey residential building was hit at the seventh-floor level nearby. Mayor Vitali Klitschko said there are reportedly casualties from the overnight attack. Emergency services are responding as details are still being established.
- 14Treasury and Bund Yields Rise Amid Middle East Tensions●⚡ NEWS US Treasury and German Bund Yields Rise on Middle East Tensions US Treasury yields increased during early Europea
US Treasury yields climbed during early European trading while German 10-year Bund yields hit their highest level since 2009, as investors reacted to setbacks in resolving the Middle East conflict. The bond market moves point to renewed concern over inflation and safe-haven demand, with traders closely watching whether diplomatic efforts in the region make progress.
- 15European Gas Prices Rise Amid U.S.-Iran Stalemate●▸ European Gas Prices Rise Amid U.S.-Iran Stalemate European gas prices surged 2% as U.S.-Iran tensions disrupt Hormuz s
European gas prices climbed 2% as tensions between the United States and Iran disrupt shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global energy supplies. The rise comes as winter demand approaches, adding pressure on European energy markets already sensitive to supply risks and geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East.
- 16Two Chinese EV Makers Announce Merger Deal▼Two of China's EV Makers Announce a Deal as Auto Industry Moves Toward Consolidation https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/28/
Two Chinese electric vehicle makers, reported to be Geely and Nio, have announced a deal as China's auto industry moves toward consolidation. The agreement comes amid intense price competition and overcapacity in the sector, which has pushed Beijing to encourage weaker manufacturers to combine. Analysts see the deal as a sign that a wave of mergers is underway across China's crowded EV market.
- 17Global Bond Yields Surge, Straining Advanced Economies▼⚡ NEWS Global Bond Yields Surge Straining Advanced Economies Bond yields in major advanced economies including the U.S.,
Bond yields in major advanced economies, including the United States, Japan, and Europe, have surged at the same time, drawing attention to the heavy national debts built up during the low-interest-rate era. Observers warn that higher borrowing costs could strain government budgets and raise questions about fiscal sustainability across these economies.
- 18Ukraine's air defenses down 112 Russian drones overnight●ППО знешкодила 112 безпілотників, якими росіяни з вечора атакували Україну Сили протиповітряної оборони знешкодили 112 б
Ukraine's air defense forces neutralized 112 drones launched by Russia in an overnight attack that began on the evening of September 27. Ukrainian officials reported the scale of the drone barrage as the latest in Russia's continuing campaign of nightly aerial assaults on Ukrainian territory, highlighting the pressure on the country's air defense systems.
- 19Trump administration to slash clean car climate rules●Trump administration to slash clean car rules aimed at cutting climate emissions https://www. theguardian.com/us-news/20
The Trump administration is moving to roll back clean car regulations originally aimed at cutting climate emissions, according to the Guardian. The decision would weaken emissions standards for vehicles, undoing a key part of the Biden administration's climate agenda. Environmental groups are expected to criticize the move, while the auto industry has long lobbied for looser federal requirements.
- 20Elderly protesters arrested under UK Terrorism Act after anti-genocide demonstration●Peaceful signholders, many of them pensioners, have been held in a police kettle for 13 hours into midnight before being
Police in the UK detained a group of peaceful sign-holding protesters, many of them pensioners, in a kettle for 13 hours into midnight before arresting them under Section 13 of the Terrorism Act 2000. The arrests were reportedly triggered by signs reading 'I oppose genocide - I support...' and the treatment of the mostly elderly demonstrators has drawn criticism.
- 21Polish workers leaving the Netherlands, labour gap question raised●De Polen vertrekken alweer. De vraag rest, wie er nu het onderbetaalde werk voor de VVD-achterban moet doen in de distri
Polish workers are increasingly leaving the Netherlands to return to a 'new Poland', according to a Volkskrant report being widely shared. The departure raises the question of who will fill the low-paid work in distribution centres, greenhouses and construction, jobs long staffed by Polish labour and relied upon by employers including voters of the VVD.
- 22Ukraine better prepared for winter than last year, official says●Ukraine enters winter better prepared than last year – Koretskyi Ukraine is entering this winter better prepared than la
Ukraine is entering the winter season in a stronger position than a year ago, according to Koretskyi, who notes the country is better prepared to withstand the cold months. However, he cautions that Russia has also improved its capabilities, meaning the energy and infrastructure situation remains precarious as winter attacks are anticipated.
- 23Russia launches 170-drone attack on Ukraine overnight●Вночі росіяни атакували Україну 170 дронами — ППО знешкодила 147 БпЛА. Ось що відомо про наслідки атак: Запоріжжя. У Ком
Russia attacked Ukraine overnight with 170 drones, of which Ukrainian air defences neutralised 147. In Zaporizhzhia region, a man was killed and a woman wounded in a strike on Komyshuvakha, while two people died and four were injured in Novotavriia. Casualties were also reported in Odesa region as authorities assessed the damage from the latest large-scale drone barrage.
- 24Heat pump sales soar across Europe as electricity taxes cut●Heat pump sales soar across Europe after states cut electricity taxes, data shows https://www. theguardian.com/environme
New data shows heat pump sales across Europe have surged after several governments reduced taxes on electricity, making the low-carbon heating technology cheaper to run than gas boilers. The figures are being widely shared among energy and climate watchers, who see the tax cuts as evidence that pricing policy can rapidly shift consumer choices towards electrified heating and away from fossil fuels.
- 25Wired Profiles Extremist Candidates Running in November Elections●These Extremists Are Running for Election in November https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.wire d.com/story/these-extremis
Wired has published a report identifying candidates it describes as extremists who are running for election in November. The piece examines individuals with radical views seeking public office in the upcoming US contests. The story is drawing attention as voters and commentators debate which candidates hold fringe or dangerous positions ahead of election day.
- 26Five men arrested over suspected terror plot near RAF Fairford●🔴 BREAKING Suspected Terror Plot Near RAF Fairford Linked to Iran Five men were arrested on terrorism charges after expl
Five men have been arrested on terrorism charges after explosives were discovered near RAF Fairford in the UK, in a case reportedly linked to Iran. Defence Secretary Wes Streeting praised a member of the public who alerted authorities to the suspected plot, an intervention credited with helping authorities move quickly.
- 27Nubank reportedly in early talks to acquire Monzo●Nubank is reportedly in early stage talks with Monzo for a full takeover, while Advent International has been named one
Brazilian digital bank Nubank is reportedly in early-stage talks with British challenger bank Monzo over a full takeover, while private equity firm Advent International has been named as one of several buyout firms interested in acquiring a minority stake. If a deal proceeds, it would mark one of the largest acquisitions in the UK fintech sector and a major expansion for Nubank into the British market.
- 28US inflation hits three-year high of 4.2%●"In May, trailing 12-month (TTM) inflation reached a three-year high of 4.2%, more than double the Federal Reserve's lon
Trailing 12-month US inflation reached 4.2% in May, a three-year high and more than double the Federal Reserve's 2% target. Commenters attribute the elevated reading to policies of President Trump, coining the term 'Trumpflation' for inflation driven by his administration's actions. The figure is fueling debate over whether Fed policy will need to respond.
- 29Iran keeps Strait of Hormuz plan despite Trump's rejection●"Iran sticks to Hormuz plan after Trump rejects it ~ Iranian officials that while they were aware of Trump's comments on
Iranian officials say they are pressing ahead with a plan concerning the Strait of Hormuz even after Donald Trump rejected the proposal. They note that while they were aware of Trump's public comments dismissing it, Tehran has received no formal message rejecting the plan, which would open the strategic strait. The gap between Trump's rhetoric and official communication is fueling uncertainty about the dispute over one of the world's most important oil shipping routes.
- 30Strokes in young adults nearly doubled over three decades●"Most people don’t worry about their cardiovascular health until they get older. But strokes, one type of cardiovascular
A new study finds strokes in young adults are steadily rising, nearly doubling over the past three decades, even though most people only worry about cardiovascular health later in life. Commenters sharing the finding are urging younger people to pay attention to stroke risk factors early rather than assuming heart and vascular disease is an older person's problem.
- 31Farmer says no follow-up on RAF Fairford bomb plot tip-off▼🟠 UPDATE Farmer Reports Lack of Follow-up on RAF Fairford Bomb Plot Tip-off Five men arrested near RAF Fairford on suspi
A farmer says authorities failed to follow up on his tip-off connected to the alleged bomb plot near RAF Fairford, where five men were arrested on suspicion of an attempted attack linked to Iran. The men are due to be released on bail as the investigation continues, raising questions about how the original warning was handled.
- 32Administrative building hit in Kyiv's Holosiivskyi district●📰 Administrative building hit in Kyiv's Holosiivskyi district 🔗 https://www. ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/41685 58-administr
An administrative building in Kyiv's Holosiivskyi district has been hit, according to Ukraine's national news agency Ukrinform. The report comes amid ongoing Russian strikes on the Ukrainian capital, with the district's local administration confirming damage to its premises. Details on casualties or the extent of the damage were not immediately available, but the strike adds to the pattern of regular attacks on infrastructure across the city.
- 33Trump Administration Sharpens Rollback of Fuel Economy Rules●Trump Sharply Scales Back Fuel Economy Rules for New Cars https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/28/climate/trump-gas-cars-mile
The Trump administration is sharply scaling back federal fuel economy standards for new cars, according to a New York Times report. The move would weaken mileage requirements for gas-powered vehicles, reversing stricter efficiency rules and drawing criticism from climate advocates while being welcomed by automakers and industry groups.
- 34Fourteen Kazakh soldiers found dead after naval training accident●🚨 Breaking News: Fourteen Kazakh Soldiers Found Dead in Sea Following Naval Training Accident Moscow Intensifies Targeti
Fourteen Kazakh soldiers were found dead in the sea following a naval training accident, according to the breaking news report. The same update also cites Moscow intensifying its targeting of Ukrainian data centers, President Zelensky alleging further strikes, and a Ukrainian drone attack halting operations at the Novoshakhtinsk oil refinery in southern Russia. Details on the cause of the Kazakh accident remain limited.
- 35Australia presents final budget outcome as RBA rate hike looms▼Australia politics live: Chalmers and Gallagher to present final budget outcome; RBA interest rate hike looms https://ww
Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Finance Minister Katy Gallagher are presenting Australia's final budget outcome, wrapping up the financial year's accounts. Attention is focused on the fiscal position ahead of an expected Reserve Bank of Australia interest rate rise, with the budget's state of repair likely to feed debate over whether further rate hikes are needed.
- 36UK Police Arrest Five Over Suspected Terror Plot Near RAF Fairford▼UK Police Foil Suspected Terror Plot Near US Bomber Base Gloucestershire Constabulary sprang into action early Sunday, d
Gloucestershire Constabulary declared a major incident early Sunday and arrested five people after intercepting three suspicious vehicles travelling toward RAF Fairford, a base in Gloucestershire used by US bombers. Police say the suspected plot was disrupted before anyone was harmed, and the base's role in American bomber operations is drawing attention to the incident.
- 37Ethiopia's army pledges restraint amid new civil war fears●Ethiopia’s army promises restraint amid fears of new civil war https://www. aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/27/e thiopias-army
Ethiopia's military leadership has promised restraint amid mounting fears the country could slide back into civil war. The army chief accused neighbouring Eritrea of funding and supporting armed groups inside Ethiopia with the aim of weakening the country. The accusations sharpen concerns about renewed conflict in a region still recovering from the war in Tigray, and observers are watching closely whether tensions with Eritrea escalate further.
- 38Palestine becomes UK electoral issue for first time, campaigners say●Palestine has become electoral issue in UK for first time, says solidarity campaign chief By Aamna Mohdin Community affa
Aimee Shalan, head of a Palestine solidarity campaign, says Palestine has become an electoral issue in the UK for the first time, with anger over Israel's war in Gaza mobilising British voters. The Guardian's community affairs correspondent Aamna Mohdin reports that the conflict is now shaping voter priorities and could influence how people cast their ballots in the election.
- 39Oil Price Fears Rise Over Strait of Hormuz Tensions●⚡ NEWS Oil Price Volatility and Inflation Risks Amid Hormuz Tensions Energy experts warn that disruptions in the Strait
Energy experts are warning that disruptions to shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz could send oil prices surging, potentially reigniting global inflation. The concerns centre on energy security, with the strait a critical artery for global oil shipments. Commentators are weighing how renewed tensions there could ripple through fuel costs and wider price stability worldwide.
- 40Iran faces shortages of 800 medicines amid sanctions and war costs●A Hebrew newspaper reports that US sanctions, inflation, currency shortages, and the costs of war have exacerbated Iran'
A Hebrew newspaper reports that Iran's pharmaceutical crisis has worsened, with shortages affecting roughly 800 types of medication, including drugs for cancer, heart conditions, migraines and insulin. The report attributes the crisis to US sanctions, high inflation, currency shortages and the financial burden of war, leaving patients struggling to obtain essential treatments.
- 41Meta launches enterprise AI business amid spending scrutiny●Meta is starting an enterprise business to justify its massive AI spending https://www.engadget.com/2271136/meta-is-star
Meta is starting a new enterprise business, a move widely read as an effort to justify its enormous spending on artificial intelligence. The company has poured billions into AI infrastructure and models, and is now looking to businesses as customers to generate returns. Observers see it as a sign Meta wants its AI investments to pay off directly rather than only improve its advertising products.
- 42Venezuela frees dozens of political prisoners amid election pressure●⚡ NEWS Venezuela Releases Political Prisoners Amid Election Pressure Venezuela has released dozens of political prisoner
Venezuela has released dozens of political prisoners from long-term detention. The move comes shortly after the country's interim leader met with the US president, which observers read as a signal of potential diplomatic shifts. The releases are being linked to mounting pressure surrounding the country's elections, and the timing has drawn attention to possible negotiations between Caracas and Washington.
- 43World War II Feud Threatens Key Ukraine Alliance●A World War II-Era Feud Is Threatening a Pivotal Alliance for Ukraine https://www.wsj.com/world/europe/a-world-war-ii-er
A Wall Street Journal report says a dispute rooted in World War II history is endangering an alliance important to Ukraine's war effort. The friction is widely understood to involve historical grievances between Ukraine and Poland, a key Kyiv partner, where wartime massacres and contested memory politics have repeatedly strained relations. Observers warn the rift could complicate Western support for Ukraine at a critical stage of the war.
- 44US Rejects Iran's War-Ending Proposal Over Sanctions●🟠 UPDATE US Rejects Iran's War-Ending Proposal Over Sanctions Demands Retired Gen. David Fraser warns that the conflict
The United States has reportedly rejected a proposal from Iran intended to end the conflict, with disputes centering on sanctions demands. Retired General David Fraser cautioned that hostilities between the US and Iran risk spreading beyond the Middle East as tensions escalate. Observers are watching closely for whether diplomatic channels can still prevent a wider regional confrontation.
- 45Drone strikes 16-storey apartment building in Kyiv●У Києві ще одне влучання в багатоповерхівку, є постраждалі У Подільському районі Києва ворожий БпЛА влучив у 16-поверхов
A Russian drone struck a 16-storey residential building in the Podilskyi district of Kyiv, leaving people injured, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko. He reported that drone debris fell on the building's roof at around 22:30. It is the latest in a series of strikes hitting apartment blocks in the Ukrainian capital.
- 46Walmart rules out personalized or time-based pricing●Walmart says it won't change product prices based on your personal information or the time of day, as reported earlier b
Walmart has pledged that it will not adjust product prices based on shoppers' personal information or the time of day. In a letter to customers, CEO John Furner said the company's rollout of digital shelf labels is intended to save store labor and speed up price updates, not enable surveillance-based pricing. The statement follows Wall Street Journal reporting raising concerns that electronic labels could allow retailers to charge different customers different prices.
- 47US and China Announce Tariff Deal with Details Unclear●🔴 BREAKING US-China Tariff Deal with Unclear Details The United States and China announced a tariff arrangement linked t
The United States and China have announced a tariff arrangement linked to at least $30 billion in imports, following a meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping. Officials confirmed the arrangement but left key details unresolved, leaving businesses and analysts questioning the scope of the tariff relief, which products are covered, and how the deal will be implemented.
- 48Tokyo rejects Lavrov's claim Japan is militarizing●Tokyo has dismissed as "factually incorrect" remarks by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov at the U.N. General Assem
Japan's government has dismissed as "factually incorrect" comments by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov at the U.N. General Assembly in which he claimed Japan was on a path of militarization. Tokyo pushed back against the characterization, which comes amid already strained relations between the two countries over Russia's war in Ukraine and ongoing disputes over the disputed Kuril Islands.
- 49Netanyahu defiantly rejects Gaza eviction comparison●Netanyahou : « Est-ce que les nazis ont demandé aux Juifs de partir ? Est-ce qu'un des dirigeants génocidaires a déjà de
Benjamin Netanyahu has sparked discussion with remarks dismissing criticism of evacuation calls, asking rhetorically whether the Nazis ordered Jews to leave or whether any genocidal leader ever told people to depart in order to take their place. Critics argue the remarks are inflammatory, saying he is invoking the Holocaust to deflect accusations over his conduct, while supporters see the framing as a sharp rebuttal of genocide claims.
- 50Carney hosts UAE investors despite Sudan arms allegations●PM Carney's 🇨🇦 investment summit hosted investors from the United Arab Emirates, despite the country's role in providing
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's investment summit included investors from the United Arab Emirates, drawing criticism because the UAE is accused of supplying weapons, logistics, training and foreign personnel to Sudan's Rapid Support Forces, the paramilitary group implicated in widespread atrocities in Sudan's civil war. Commenters are questioning why Canada would court Emirati capital while human rights groups have documented the UAE's alleged role in fuelling the conflict.