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The United States is threatening to ground Iranian airlines from operating worldwide starting Wednesday, according to an Al Jazeera report. The move would bar Iranian carriers from international airspace and airports, escalating pressure on Tehran. The reported threat is drawing attention as observers weigh its impact on Iranian air travel, sanctions enforcement, and already tense US-Iran relations.

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.

Major League Baseball appears headed toward a lockout as negotiations between owners and the players' union stall, with reporting suggesting 60 games has emerged as a key figure in talks over season length. The number echoes the shortened 2020 pandemic season and is being framed as a possible compromise point, though players have pushed back on shortened-season economics. Fans are watching closely as the collective bargaining agreement deadline approaches.

The Dallas Cowboys and Detroit Lions have made trade inquiries about Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr., according to sources cited by ESPN. Both teams are looking to strengthen their secondary, and interest from two playoff-caliber clubs suggests the Steelers could receive meaningful offers. It remains unclear whether Pittsburgh is willing to part with the young cornerback.

Check Point has confirmed that attackers began exploiting CVE-2026-85102, a vulnerability in its VPN products, just three days after patches were released. CISA has added the flaw to its exploited-vulnerabilities catalog and given federal agencies a September 25 deadline to apply the fix. Security teams are urged to patch immediately as exploitation continues.

Telmate, the prison communications provider, has agreed to a $4.23 million settlement related to a data breach, with payouts to affected customers expected in 2026. Details on eligibility and claim deadlines remain limited, but the settlement adds to a string of costly legal consequences for companies handling sensitive user data.

Apple is paying out $250 million as part of a settlement related to AI features on its iPhones, and claim filing is now open to eligible customers. Outlets are walking users through the process step by step, including who qualifies, deadlines, and how to submit a claim. The payout stems from allegations that marketed AI capabilities did not perform as advertised.

iPhone users in the United States can file claims for payouts of up to $95 as part of a $250 million class-action settlement with Apple over older iPhone performance issues. Consumers who owned eligible devices are being urged to submit claims before the deadline to receive their share of the fund, with news outlets walking readers through the filing process.

US immigration authorities have introduced a 10-day deadline for immigrants to report any change of home address, with the message that individuals themselves are responsible for keeping their information current. The rule places the burden of compliance directly on non-citizens, who could face penalties if they fail to notify officials of a move in time.

Sellers across the European Union must now display guarantee notices both in physical shops and online, with a compliance deadline of seven days. The requirement stems from EU consumer protection rules on legal guarantees, aimed at making buyers' rights clearer at the point of sale. The brief coverage so far gives no further detail on enforcement or penalties.

ABC7 Chicago has published a guide to the 2026 US midterm elections covering Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin. It explains when Election Day falls, how to register to vote, deadlines for early voting and where to find polling place information. The guide is aimed at helping voters in the three states prepare for the midterms.