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Japanese authorities have urged nearly two million people to evacuate as a powerful typhoon sweeps across the country, bringing destructive winds, heavy rain and the risk of flooding and landslides. Local officials have opened shelters and warned residents in low-lying and coastal areas to move to safety, with transport disrupted across affected regions.

The United States and China have reached a trade agreement to lower tariffs on roughly $30 billion worth of goods described as non-sensitive, following a meeting between President Donald Trump and President Xi Jinping this week. The deal is expected to reduce prices on consumer products such as small appliances, toys and holiday items. Analysts say it marks a step toward easing tensions between the world's two largest economies, though the scope is limited to goods both sides consider low-stakes.

Italy's parliament has approved a law paving the way for the country's return to nuclear power, more than three decades after Italians voted to shut down the country's nuclear plants following the 1987 Chernobyl disaster. The move would allow new nuclear facilities and advanced reactor projects as Italy seeks reliable low-carbon energy, but it reopens a debate many Italians remember vividly from the Chernobyl era and earlier referendums.

Rising sea levels caused by climate change are reshaping coastlines around the world, putting coastal cities at growing risk of flooding and erosion. Low-lying urban areas face mounting pressure to invest in sea defences and long-term adaptation plans as oceans continue to rise.

CNN's senior data reporter Harry Enten is breaking down new polling that shows President Trump reaching his lowest approval numbers yet, describing the figures as 'stunning'. The analysis points to declining support across key demographic and issue areas, fueling debate about the political implications heading into upcoming elections and whether the trend signals lasting erosion of his base.

Reports say around 1,300 drones struck the Moscow region in what would be one of the largest drone attacks of the war so far. The sheer scale stands out, as previous waves of long-range drones have typically numbered in the dozens or low hundreds. The reported assault has drawn wide attention, with analysts examining what such volumes mean for Russian air defences and for the direction of the conflict.

The foreign ministers of Russia and Germany have met on the sidelines of the United Nations in what is reported to be their first such talks since 2022. The meeting marks the first direct high-level diplomatic contact between the two governments since Russia's invasion of Ukraine pushed relations to a historic low, and it is drawing attention as a possible sign of shifting communication channels.

Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Michele Bullock says the days of low interest rates are gone, signalling that borrowing costs are likely to stay elevated for the foreseeable future. The warning matters for Australian households and businesses still adjusting to higher mortgage repayments, and it has drawn wide attention as people weigh what a permanently higher rate environment means for housing and the wider economy.

A powerful nor'easter is driving coastal flooding along the northeastern United States, prompting New York and New Jersey to declare states of emergency. Officials are urging residents in low-lying and coastal areas to stay clear of floodwaters as high winds and heavy rain persist. The storm is disrupting travel and raising concerns about erosion and damage along the shoreline, with conditions expected to deteriorate further before easing.

Ukraine has hit an oil refinery deep inside Russian territory, reportedly 1,550 kilometres from the border, using cheap drones built with 3D printers and fishing line rather than expensive military hardware. Commenters are highlighting how low-cost, garage-built technology is allowing Ukraine to strike strategic targets far behind the front line and outpace Russia's defences.

Reporting examines what climate justice would mean for Nepal after a deadly flood, highlighting the gap between the country's low greenhouse gas emissions and its heavy exposure to climate-driven disasters. The discussion centres on whether wealthy, high-emitting nations owe support to vulnerable countries like Nepal for loss and damage, and what fair recovery would require.

Palau's president addressed the United Nations General Assembly, highlighting climate change and rising global tensions. The address underscores the existential threat rising seas pose to low-lying Pacific island nations like Palau, which have limited influence individually but punch above their weight in climate diplomacy. The speech called for stronger international action amid widening geopolitical divisions that have slowed cooperation on global warming.

Andy Burnham is expected to announce a new help-to-buy scheme called 'Your First Home' next week. Under the plan, young people would be able to buy their first home with a deposit of just 2.5%. The announcement is drawing attention amid ongoing debate about housing affordability for first-time buyers in Britain.

Public confusion and anxiety about US elections are rising, and analysts are asking whether those feelings will keep voters away from the polls. The concern centres on how uncertainty over election rules, candidates and confidence in results could depress participation, making turnout a key question heading into voting.

Republicans are centering their political messaging on crime, immigration and transgender issues, but CNN reports that these topics rank low among voters' actual priorities. The gap suggests the party's campaign strategy may not match what Americans care most about, raising questions about whether the GOP's focus will resonate heading into the next election cycle.

Japan's finance minister stated that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is not a reflationist, aiming to calm investors who fear her government will spend excessively and pressure the Bank of Japan into keeping interest rates low. Markets have been watchful of Takaichi's fiscal stance, given expectations of expansive spending under her leadership. The remark is an attempt to reassure bond and currency investors that monetary discipline will be maintained.

An obesity medicine doctor is addressing growing interest in microdosing Ozempic, the practice of taking very low doses of the weight-loss drug to limit side effects and cost. The doctor explains the possible risks, why unsupervised low dosing can be problematic, and the limited situations where a reduced dose may actually make medical sense.