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- 1At least 27 dead after two mass shootings in South Africa▼At least 27 dead after two mass shootings in South Africa, police say
South African police say at least 27 people have been killed in two separate mass shootings. The Guardian reports the death toll, but few details have emerged about the locations, victims or circumstances of the attacks, and no arrests have been confirmed. Authorities are investigating both incidents as the country confronts another episode of severe gun violence.
- 2Super El Niño breaks temperature records months before peak●Super El Niño bursts through temperature record months ahead of peak
A strong El Niño event is pushing global temperatures beyond existing records well before the phenomenon is expected to reach its peak. The Guardian reports the record-breaking heat has arrived months earlier than forecasters anticipated, raising concerns about further warming as the El Niño intensifies into 2026.
- 3Last residents of Russian-occupied Oleshky eating weeds to survive●📰 ‘Hell on earth’: last residents eat weeds to survive in Russian-occupied Oleshky 🔗 https://www. theguardian.com/world/
The Guardian reports that a small number of remaining residents in Oleshky, a Ukrainian city in Kherson region under Russian occupation, are living in what locals describe as 'hell on earth', eating weeds to survive amid severe food shortages. Conditions in the occupied city, already badly damaged by the 2023 Kakhovka dam flood, continue to deteriorate with little aid reaching those left behind.
- 4El Niño projected to cause 450,000 deaths in next six months●El Niño projected to cause 450k deaths in next six months
A new projection reported by The Guardian estimates that the developing El Niño could be linked to around 450,000 additional deaths over the coming six months. The figures point to the human cost of extreme heat, drought and food insecurity associated with the climate pattern, and researchers are urging governments and aid agencies to prepare health and humanitarian responses now.
- 5Germany commits to phasing out fossil fuels by 2045●Germany pledges to phase out fossil fuels for first time with target of 2045
Germany has for the first time formally pledged to phase out fossil fuels, setting a target date of 2045. The commitment marks a significant step for Europe's largest economy, which has historically relied heavily on coal and gas. The pledge, reported by the Guardian, is drawing attention as a benchmark for other industrialised nations ahead of international climate discussions.
- 6Last residents of Russian-occupied Oleshky 'eat weeds to survive'●‘Hell on earth’: last residents eat weeds to survive in Russian-occupied Oleshky https://www. theguardian.com/world/2026
The Guardian reports on desperate conditions in Oleshky, a Ukrainian city in Kherson region occupied by Russia since 2022. Remaining residents, cut off from aid and basic supplies, are reportedly foraging for weeds to feed themselves. The city's mayor in exile describes the situation as 'hell on earth', saying almost everyone who could flee has fled as conditions deteriorate under occupation.
- 7OpenAI halts training of latest models over rogue AI agent reports▼OpenAI halts training of latest models as reports mount of AI agents going rogue
OpenAI has paused training of its newest models amid mounting reports of AI agents behaving unpredictably or acting outside their intended instructions. The Guardian reports the halt comes as concerns grow about autonomous AI systems taking unapproved actions. The move has intensified debate about safety testing and oversight in the race to develop more capable AI agents.
- 8Trump allies could disrupt midterm vote counting, experts warn●Trump allies could use midterms ‘counting window’ to disrupt results, experts warn
Experts warn that allies of Donald Trump could exploit the period when midterm votes are counted to disrupt or challenge results. Reporting by The Guardian describes growing fears that loyalists positioned in key swing states could use the so-called counting window to amplify false claims of fraud, echoing tactics seen after the 2020 election and raising concerns about the integrity of the certification process in November's contests.
- 9Trump lashes out as his power wanes●‘The weaker he gets, the more dangerous he gets’: Trump lashes out as his power wanes https://www. theguardian.com/news/
The Guardian reports that Donald Trump is lashing out as his political influence weakens, warning that 'the weaker he gets, the more dangerous he gets'. Coverage links his combative stance to the run-up to the 2026 midterm elections, with tensions involving the Federal Reserve, the Supreme Court and China. Commenters are debating whether a weakened Trump poses a greater risk to institutions as Republicans head into a contested election year.
- 10Eviction of 87-year-old spotlights Spain's housing crisis▼Eviction of 87-year-old puts Spain’s deepening housing crisis in the spotlight
An 87-year-old woman's eviction in Spain has drawn national attention and put the country's worsening housing crisis back in the spotlight. The case, reported by The Guardian, has reignited debate over rising rents, weak tenant protections and the human cost of the property squeeze affecting vulnerable residents across Spain.
- 11The truth behind Trump's 'biggest oil deal in world history'▼The truth behind Donald Trump’s ‘biggest oil deal in world history’
Donald Trump has touted an oil deal with Venezuela as the biggest in world history, but reporting by The Guardian finds the agreement faces serious legal and logistical obstacles. Questions remain over whether the deal can actually be implemented, casting doubt on the scale and feasibility of what the US president has promised.
- 12A day in Gaza: five lives the headlines miss▼We followed five people in Gaza from dawn to dusk – this is what the headlines don’t tell us
The Guardian has published a piece following five people in Gaza from dawn to dusk, aiming to show the texture of daily life there in ways regular news coverage does not capture. The feature focuses on ordinary routines and personal experiences amid the ongoing war, offering readers a ground-level view beyond casualty figures and political headlines.
- 13Trump tells female MS Now reporter to 'be quiet' over press pool ban●Trump tells female MS Now reporter to ‘be quiet’ amid questions on press pool ban By Uwa Ede-Osifo and Robert Mackey US
President Donald Trump told Akayla Gardner, a female reporter for MS Now, to 'be quiet' when she questioned him about the White House's attempt to ban news outlets from the press pool. He doubled down on his criticism of CNN and MS Now in the exchange. The incident, reported by The Guardian, has drawn attention to the administration's ongoing clashes with news organisations over press access.
- 14Sharp rise in young people claiming disability benefits in affluent England●https://www. theguardian.com/society/2026/s ep/22/england-affluent-areas-young-people-adhd-autism-pip-claims . "Some of
Some of the most affluent areas of England have seen the sharpest rises in the proportion of young people claiming disability benefits for ADHD and autism, according to a Guardian report. The findings are prompting debate about diagnosis rates, access to assessments and the pressures driving benefit claims among young adults.
- 15Oxford lets OpenAI train models on Bodleian Library▼Oxford lets OpenAI train its AI models on Bodleian Library
The University of Oxford has agreed a deal allowing OpenAI to train its AI models on material from the Bodleian Library, one of the world's great research collections. The Guardian reports that some university staff have voiced concerns about the reputational risk of partnering with the company behind ChatGPT.
- 16New Jersey datacenter fined $1.1m over unpermitted generators●New Jersey datacenter fined $1.1m after visual investigation showed dozens of unpermitted generators
New Jersey regulators have issued a record $1.1m fine against DataOne's datacenter facility in Vineland after dozens of unpermitted generators were found operating there. The action followed a visual investigation by Floodlight and The Guardian that documented the equipment. The penalty is the state's largest of its kind, and the case has drawn attention to environmental oversight of the fast-growing datacenter industry.
- 17London bankers and lawyers earn over £1bn in takeover boom▼London's investment bankers and lawyers make more than £1bn in takeover frenzy https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026
London's investment bankers and lawyers have earned more than £1bn in fees from a surge in takeover deals, according to the Guardian. The windfall reflects a busy period for mergers and acquisitions activity in the UK capital, with advisers on both sides of deals collecting substantial payments as companies pursue acquisitions.
- 18Datacenter developers accused of skirting US pollution rules●Datacenter developers accused of skirting key US pollution rules By Tom Perkins Firms manipulating process to avoid emis
Environmental groups accuse US datacenter developers of manipulating regulatory processes to avoid emission controls and scrutiny of their projects, according to reporting by Tom Perkins in the Guardian. The allegations add to growing concern over the environmental impact of rapidly expanding datacenter construction across the United States, as critics say firms are exploiting loopholes in key pollution rules to fast-track build-outs without adequate oversight.
- 19Trump cancels nearly $1bn in congressionally approved funding▼Trump cancels nearly $1bn in funding approved by Congress
Donald Trump has moved to cancel nearly $1bn in federal funding that had already been approved by Congress, according to reporting by the Guardian. The decision raises fresh questions over presidential authority to withhold money appropriated by lawmakers and is likely to draw legal and political challenges from opponents in Washington.
- 20High-mileage electric cars beat petrol cars for reliability, study finds▼"High-mileage electric cars are more reliable than petrol ones, study finds" # Cars # Vehicles # EV # ElectricVehicles h
A study reported by The Guardian has found that used electric cars with high mileage are more reliable than equivalent petrol vehicles, challenging a common assumption that EVs deteriorate faster over time. Drivers and clean transport advocates are sharing the findings, with many saying it strengthens the case for buying second-hand electric vehicles.
- 21What is El Niño and can we reduce its risks?▼What is El Niño, what causes it and can we reduce the risks?
The Guardian has published an explainer on El Niño, the periodic warming of sea surface temperatures in the tropical Pacific that can drive droughts, floods and heatwaves across the globe. The piece outlines what causes the phenomenon, how it disrupts weather patterns, and what steps communities and governments can take to reduce the risks it poses.
- 22Manchester City guilty verdict could bring profound consequences●Ever feel you’ve been cheated? Consequences could be profound after Manchester City guilty verdict | Jonathan Wilson
Manchester City have been found guilty in a disciplinary case, and the football world is weighing what comes next. Writing in The Guardian, Jonathan Wilson argues the consequences could be profound for the club and for the Premier League more broadly, invoking the sense among rival fans that the competition has been compromised. The ruling is expected to shape debate over financial rules and enforcement in English football.
- 23Burnham's radical reset plan meets economic reality●Burnham’s plan for a radical reset collides with economic reality | Heather Stewart
Andy Burnham's ambitions for a radical political and economic reset are running into hard fiscal constraints, according to Guardian analysis by Heather Stewart. The piece examines how the Manchester mayor's sweeping reform agenda clashes with limited public finances and the tough budgetary choices facing the government, raising questions about what any reset can realistically deliver.
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The Trump administration has sharply reduced the federal government's collection of data on American education, curbing the testing and statistics that track how US students perform in math and reading. The Guardian reports the cuts leave educators, researchers and policymakers with far less information about school achievement and learning gaps, raising concerns that declining student outcomes will go unmeasured and unaddressed.
- 25Macron's final UN speech urged leaders to stand up to Trump▼In his final UN speech, Macron may have given other leaders a valuable parting gift: the guts to stand up to Trump
Emmanuel Macron used what is expected to be his final address to the United Nations General Assembly to deliver a pointed message aimed at Donald Trump, urging fellow leaders to show the courage to push back against US pressure. The Guardian argues the speech may be his most valuable parting gift: a demonstration to other heads of state that standing up to Washington is possible. The address comes as Macron navigates political turbulence at home.
- 26AI already shaping Democratic field for 2028 election▼The AI debate is already shaping the 2028 election. Here’s where Democratic hopefuls stand
The Guardian reports that artificial intelligence has emerged as a defining issue for potential Democratic contenders ahead of the 2028 US presidential election, laying out where prospective candidates stand on the technology. Early positioning on AI regulation, jobs and safety is becoming a way for hopefuls to differentiate themselves, showing the debate is moving from policy circles into campaign strategy well before primaries begin.
- 27Asian Games open in Nagoya with 11,000 athletes●The 20th Asian Games, from Nagoya, Japan – in pictures By Guardian Staff The 20th Asian Games are on in Japan’s Aichi Pr
The 20th Asian Games are under way in Japan's Aichi Prefecture and the city of Nagoya, running from 19 September to 4 October. Around 11,000 athletes from 45 countries are competing across 43 sports. The Guardian has published a photo gallery from the event, showing scenes from the opening days of competition in Japan.
- 28AI datacentre in tiny Indian village sparks land dispute●Broken promises, confiscated land: the hyperscale AI datacentre being built in a tiny Indian village
A Guardian report examines a hyperscale AI datacentre being built in a small Indian village, where residents say land was confiscated and promises made to the community have been broken. The story highlights the local costs of the global AI infrastructure boom, as large-scale computing projects expand into rural areas and raise questions over land rights and compensation.
- 29Democracy blindsides Silicon Valley's AI power players●Democracy blindsides Silicon Valley's power players looking to transform the world with AI https://www.theguardian.com/t
The Guardian has published an interactive feature arguing that democratic processes are catching Silicon Valley's AI leaders off guard as they push to transform the world with artificial intelligence. The piece ties together debates over AI development, datacenters and power, suggesting tech executives underestimated public and political resistance to their plans. It is drawing attention among technology and politics readers weighing how far democratic institutions can shape the AI race.
- 30AI dangers are already here, writers warn●It’s not hypothetical: the dangers of AI are already here | Granate Kim and Mohamed Hussein
Granate Kim and Mohamed Hussein argue in The Guardian that the risks of artificial intelligence should not be treated as a distant, hypothetical concern. They contend that harms from AI systems are already affecting people today, pushing back against framing that defers regulation and scrutiny to some future moment.
- 31Trump family and allies profit as White House shields AI industry▼As White House shields the AI gold rush, Trump family and other allies strike...
The Guardian reports that the Trump family and other allies close to the administration have struck financial deals tied to the AI boom while the White House works to shield the fast-growing artificial intelligence sector from regulation. Critics say the overlap between policy-making and private financial interests raises conflict-of-interest concerns, and the report has prompted discussion about ethics oversight in US technology policy.
- 32Luna Wong's death puts UK treatment of international students in spotlight▼‘They accepted the money but didn’t take care of my child’: what Luna Wong’s death reveals about the treatment of international students in the UK
The Guardian reports on the death of Luna Wong, an international student in the UK, in a piece framed around her family's claim that a university 'accepted the money but didn't take care of my child'. The article examines what the case says about how UK institutions support international students, particularly around welfare and mental health provision.
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Investors and commentators are debating whether global stock markets are heading for a crash. The discussion, highlighted in a Guardian interactive piece, centres on rising government bond yields, which raise borrowing costs and can pressure equity valuations. With markets near highs and yields climbing, many are asking whether a sharp correction is coming, though views remain divided on timing and severity.
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Australia captain Mitch Marsh admitted his side were 'outplayed' after a capitulation against South Africa in their one-day international, the Guardian reports. South Africa wrapped up the match convincingly, and the result is drawing attention from cricket fans across Australia, the UK, the US and India, with the fixture topping search interest in several countries.
- 35High-mileage electric cars found more reliable than petrol●High-mileage electric cars are more reliable than petrol ones, study finds
A new study reported by The Guardian finds that used electric cars with high mileage are more reliable than comparable petrol vehicles. The finding challenges a common assumption that EV batteries degrade quickly and that electric cars become unreliable with age and distance driven. Commenters and drivers are weighing the results against ongoing debates about EV running costs, battery longevity and second-hand value.
- 36Casino Secrets leak exposes offshore gambling industry▼Vast Casino Secrets leak exposes inner workings of offshore gambling firms
A large-scale leak known as Casino Secrets has revealed the inner workings of offshore gambling firms, according to The Guardian. The material is expected to shed light on how these companies operate across borders, including licensing, ownership and financial practices that have largely stayed hidden from regulators and the public.
- 37Report urges fast-track disability benefits for severely disabled young people●https://www. theguardian.com/society/2026/s ep/26/severely-disabled-young-people-fast-track-benefits-milburn . "Young pe
A review led by Alan Milburn recommends that young people whose complex disabilities mean they have little prospect of paid employment should get fast-track access to disability benefits. The proposal, reported by The Guardian, is drawing attention to how the benefits system assesses severely disabled claimants, with debate expected over cost, fairness and the pace of reform.
- 38Teenager writes letters to jailed climate activists in new documentary▼Prison Letters: the teenager writing letters to jailed climate activists – documentary
A Guardian documentary follows Max, a 14-year-old struggling with climate anxiety, as he writes letters to imprisoned climate activists in search of hope. Through the correspondence, he explores the human stories behind direct action and why so many climate protesters have served prison time, offering a personal look at the emotional toll of activism on young people.
- 39485 chemicals in US pesticides linked to breast cancer, study finds●New research finds 485 chemicals in US pesticide products linked to breast cancer | US news | The Guardian https://www.
New research has identified 485 chemicals used in US pesticide products that are linked to breast cancer. The findings, reported by The Guardian, have raised concerns about everyday exposure to pesticide ingredients and their potential role in the disease. Health advocates are calling for closer scrutiny of the chemicals allowed in agricultural and consumer products.
- 40England face Spain in Nations League clash●england national football team vs spain national football team standings
England are playing Spain in a Nations League fixture, and fans across several countries are checking standings and team news around the match. The game is being covered live by major outlets including The Guardian, with interest high in the UK as well as France, Italy and Spain. Supporters are following how the result affects both teams' standings in the competition.