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US Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito has recused himself from a landmark climate change case before the court. News outlets including USA Today and the Detroit Free Press reported his decision to step aside, though neither report detailed his reasons or which case is involved. His absence could affect the outcome, leaving potentially eight justices to decide a matter with major implications for climate regulation.

The United Nations has scheduled a high-level plenary meeting on the elimination of nuclear weapons for 29 September 2026, with morning and afternoon sessions. The gathering will bring world leaders together to discuss progress toward a world free of nuclear arms, amid ongoing global tensions and renewed debate over disarmament commitments.

An anti-fur march took place in Milan during Fashion Week, drawing attention to the continued use of fur on the runways. Demonstrators marched through the city to protest designers still showing fur collections, creating disruption during the event. The protest has reignited debate within the fashion industry over ethical sourcing and animal welfare, with activists pressing brands to commit to fur-free policies.

Several news organisations barred from White House access are asking a federal judge to extend a court order blocking the administration from enforcing the ban. The outlets argue the restrictions amount to unconstitutional retaliation against coverage the White House dislikes, while administration lawyers defend the move as a lawful exercise of control over presidential events. A ruling on the extended block is expected imminently.

The advocacy organization Justice For All has endorsed Nuclear Abolition Day, calling for the total elimination of nuclear weapons worldwide. The group urged governments to pursue complete disarmament, adding its voice to the international movement pressing for a world free of nuclear arms.

The president of Boston University's Entrepreneur's Club has given an interview describing her experience founding a startup alongside personal struggles and her plans going forward. Speaking to the Daily Free Press, she described herself as 'the last one standing,' suggesting her venture has outlasted peers or co-founders, and reflected on resilience and the road ahead.

Senators Jeanne Shaheen, Tim Kaine and Peter Welch have called on Secretary of State Marco Rubio to respect free elections in Brazil. The three Democratic lawmakers issued the appeal through the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, pressing the Trump administration's top diplomat to back democratic processes in the South American country amid tensions between Washington and Brasília.

The 2027 Porsche Cayenne EV, Porsche's first fully electric version of its flagship SUV, will feature doors that open automatically at the press of a button. The detail has drawn attention as part of the luxury brand's push into electrification, with enthusiasts weighing whether hands-free door access is a genuine convenience or an unnecessary complication for a driver-focused brand.

One year after a deadly attack on a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meetinghouse in Grand Blanc Township, Michigan, congregants and church leaders held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new building. The event marks a step toward rebuilding for the community, with coverage by Detroit Free Press photographer Niraj Warikoo documenting the milestone.

The French free-software advocacy group April has published its press review for week 39 of 2026, compiled on LinuxFr. The roundup gathers recent coverage on digital topics including artificial intelligence, the major tech platforms, China, and internet resilience. The weekly reviews are a regular feature of the organisation's work to keep the French-speaking free-software community informed about digital-policy and technology news.