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Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Dr Abdul El-Sayed criticised his Republican opponent, former representative Mike Rogers, after Rogers did not attend their debate on Tuesday night. The absence became a central issue as El-Sayed attacked Rogers for skipping the contest between the two candidates. The development was among the latest developments in the Michigan Senate race, alongside other contests examined by CBS News political director Fin Gómez.

A woman who punched a fellow dog walker in the face after their dogs became involved in a fight has been sentenced to a community order at Margate Magistrates’ Court. Lucie Marsh, 25, grabbed midwife Lisa Wood by the hair, struck her several times and spat in her face during the confrontation on a bridge in Canterbury, Kent. Ms Wood was left with a black eye, scratches and slight whiplash after being pulled backwards. She was unable to work for four weeks and told the court she was now “scared of my own shadow” when taking her dog out. The…

Global investors are beginning to move away from US assets as concerns over America’s $40 trillion debt burden, sanctions policy and President Trump’s approach to the rule of law weaken the country’s reputation as a safe haven. The United States remains the dominant force in global finance. Private investors continue to buy American shares and bonds, while investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure is expanding. No rival currency is close to displacing the dollar. But officials and investors are increasingly looking for ways to reduce their exposure to the US financial system. Foreign governments are diversifying their reserves, some are moving…

US homebuilder sentiment fell to its lowest level in 12 months in September, marking a downturn in confidence across the sector.

Dispatch audio has captured the frantic response to the Los Angeles helicopter crash that killed NBC4 reporter Eliana Moreno, pilot George Marciniw and a pedestrian. Emergency services can be heard calling for multiple police and fire units after being told that a helicopter had collided with a structure. The dispatcher later clarified that the aircraft was a news helicopter as units were sent to the scene. Officers then began closing streets around the crash site because of concerns about leaking fuel. The aircraft crashed at the intersection of Prairie Street and Lurline Avenue and caught fire, igniting multiple vehicles. The…

Vincent Joseph leaves Liverpool for Arsenal after the highly rated 16-year-old forward turned down scholarship terms with the Merseyside club. Joseph’s decision ends a nine-year spell at Liverpool and sees him continue his development with the Arsenal academy. He confirmed his departure in an Instagram message thanking the club for the memories and formative years he had spent there. “After 9 unforgettable years, the time has come to say goodbye. Thank you for the memories, and for making my time here truly special.” Vincent Joseph leaves Liverpool for Arsenal The teenager is expected to join Arsenal’s scholarship intake, having attracted…

Loudoun County supervisors have moved closer to imposing a 12-month pause on new data centre applications, after voting on Tuesday night, September 15, to advance the proposal. The measure would prevent the Virginia county from accepting applications for new data centre projects for one year while officials review how and where the facilities should be developed. A final vote is expected on October 13. Projects already in the planning or approval process would not be covered by the proposed pause. The measure would also require final approval from the Board of Supervisors before it could take effect. Loudoun County, home…

Rare footage of a humpback whale repeatedly tending to the body of her stillborn calf has provided researchers with what they believe is the first detailed record of possible grief behaviour in the species. The young female was filmed at Palm Beach Reef, off the Gold Coast, after members of the public reported concerns that two whales in shallow water might be injured or entangled. Andrew Mulville, a whale rescue boat captain with Sea World, was nearby and investigated. He found the whales were not hurt, but an amniotic sack, part of a placenta, was floating on the surface. Using…

Norway’s sovereign wealth fund has seen the value of its remaining investments in Israeli companies rise as campaign groups and charities call for further divestment over the war in Gaza. The fund, the world’s largest, reduced its Israeli holdings from 61 companies to 29 last year, citing “the serious humanitarian crisis” in Gaza. It has made no new investments in Israeli firms since then, but returns from its remaining holdings reached $2.4 billion in the first half of 2026, up 15.7 per cent from the end of 2025. Rami Samandar, head of Norway’s Palestine Committee, said the fund represented “enormous…

Americans facing rising costs are being asked to describe how stubborn inflation is affecting their household budgets and everyday decisions during the election season. The appeal focuses on the price of petrol, diesel and imported goods, with many people closely monitoring their spending as expenses increase. NPR is inviting members of the public to share which costs have risen for them and how they are coping with the pressure. The responses may be used by an NPR or member-station reporter in a forthcoming story. People taking part are warned that their submissions will be governed by general terms of use…