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Italy's parliament has approved a law paving the way for the country's return to nuclear power, decades after Italians voted to shut down its reactors following the 1986 Chernobyl disaster. The legislation allows development of new-generation and small modular reactors. Supporters say nuclear energy is essential for cutting emissions and securing energy supply, while opponents recall Italy's longstanding anti-nuclear stance and question the costs and timescales involved.

Donald Trump has rejected a proposal from Iran to hold talks over a seven-day period, dismissing the timetable offered by Tehran. The rejection escalates tensions between Washington and Tehran amid ongoing disputes over Iran's nuclear programme. Observers are watching to see whether the two sides will return to negotiations or whether the standoff will deepen further.

Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has called for renewed negotiations among nuclear powers as the country marks 35 years since the closure of the Semipalatinsk nuclear test site. He warned that global arms-control safeguards are weakening and urged nuclear-armed states to return to dialogue on disarmament.

SpaceX's Starship completed a full-duration test flight of roughly three hours, returning through the atmosphere and splashing down in the Pacific Ocean north of Hawaii. The flight marks another step in the rocket's development campaign, with observers tracking how the vehicle handled reentry and recovery. SpaceX has not detailed the outcome of every test objective, but the splashdown confirms the ship survived to its planned end point.

With Election Day approaching, members of Congress face growing tension between passing legislation and returning to their home districts to campaign. As the election calendar narrows, legislative work slows, scheduling becomes harder, and lawmakers weigh the political cost of staying in Washington against the need to secure re-election.

Novak Djokovic is preparing to return to competitive tennis at the China Open in Beijing. The former world number one's comeback is drawing wide attention, with fans and commentators watching to see how he performs after his time away from the tour. The tournament marks a significant stop as he looks to rebuild form and momentum.

A suspect wanted for murder in Dallas has been arrested in Mexico, according to Dallas-Fort Worth station FOX 4. The arrest means the suspect is expected to face extradition proceedings to return to Texas to answer the murder charge. Details about the victim, the suspect's identity, or the circumstances of the capture have not been made available.

The Reserve Bank of Australia has raised interest rates, with the effects reaching well beyond mortgage repayments. An analysis by Hanan Dervisevic explains how the decision flows through to savings returns, credit cards, personal loans and business borrowing costs. It underlines how one central bank move reshapes household budgets and spending across the whole economy.

Australia's central bank faces a fresh challenge to its battle against inflation as war in the Middle East sends shockwaves through global energy and financial markets. The Reserve Bank's task of returning inflation to target is now complicated by risks it cannot control, with higher oil prices threatening to push up costs just as domestic pressures ease.

The US Federal Reserve has raised interest rates again, and financial commentators, including Forbes, are breaking down what the increase means for women's personal finances. Analysts point to higher borrowing costs on credit cards, student loans and mortgages, alongside better returns on savings, and note that women, who on average carry more student debt and hold less in savings, may feel the effects differently from men.

NASA is increasing its support for Boeing's troubled Starliner astronaut capsule as the agency works to return the spacecraft to flight. The effort follows the widely covered mission in which astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams were left without a Starliner ride home, forcing an extended stay on the International Space Station while their capsule returned uncrewed.

EU-backed reconstruction in Ukraine is drawing private investment mainly to profitable sectors and areas, rather than to the most heavily damaged regions, EUobserver reports. The report raises questions about whether recovery funding is reaching the places destroyed by war or simply following commercial returns.

The 2026 Asian Games cricket tournament is drawing attention as fans follow schedules, points tables, standings and match results, with the medal winners list a key focus. Cricket returns as a medal sport at the Games, and audiences across Asia are tracking how their national teams progress through the group stage and knockout rounds toward the podium.

The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing the San Diego Padres on September 23 with Roki Sasaki returning to the roster, a notable boost for a pitching staff that has battled injuries. Shohei Ohtani's team is in the middle of a tight NL West race with San Diego, giving the matchup extra weight. Japanese fans are following the game closely through live coverage.

A Chinese deep-ocean drilling vessel has returned to port carrying core samples collected from the South China Sea, which state media and scientists have described as scientifically precious. The specimens are expected to aid research into the seabed's geology and the region's resource potential, at a time when the South China Sea remains a focal point of both scientific work and territorial disputes involving China and its neighbours.

A cheese product sold across the United States has been recalled after an E. coli outbreak sickened at least 13 people. Officials urged consumers to check their refrigerators and discard or return the affected cheese. Coverage is focused on identifying the brand, the source of contamination, and whether more illnesses will be reported.

Blue Origin's chief executive says the company has a path to launch this year while it rebuilds its launch pad. The statement suggests the company is working to return to flight operations following work on pad infrastructure, with the executive expressing confidence in meeting a 2024 launch timeline despite the ongoing rebuilding effort.

A roundup of the day's top business stories covers prefab housing as a potential affordability solution, a resurgence of return-to-office mandates among employers, reports that China has stopped buying U.S. Treasuries, grocery prices hitting their lowest levels, and a looming mortgage renewal cliff facing homeowners as low pandemic-era rates expire.

Sebastian Vettel has given an update on his future in Formula 1, speaking publicly about how he is adjusting to life after retiring from the sport. The four-time world champion's comments have drawn attention in Germany, with fans and motorsport media speculating about whether he could return to racing or take on a new role in the paddock.

Egypt's national football team has been left stranded in Juba after World Cup qualifying arrangements against South Sudan, with authorities closing Juba airport and delaying the squad's return to Cairo. The closure came just as the team finished its qualifying fixtures, leaving players and staff waiting for clearance to fly home. Egyptian media are following the story closely, and fans are discussing the disruption to the team's travel plans.

Maria De Filippi's talent show Amici is set for a significant overhaul ahead of its new season. According to Il Messaggero, the programme will introduce sporting disciplines among its categories, alongside changes to the panel of teachers and the casting process. The announcement has drawn attention in Italy as viewers await confirmation of the show's return date.

Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother accused of killing her three children in 2023, is set to appear in court for the first time since her murder trial ended with a jury unable to reach a verdict. The hearing is expected to address what comes next in the case, including possible retrial proceedings, and is drawing attention from news outlets across the United States.

Japan's furusato nōzei hometown tax donation system is set to change at the end of the month, with broadcaster TV Asahi reporting that some thank-you gifts from local governments will disappear from next month. Donors have days left to give under the current rules and still claim deductions for the year. The upcoming revisions have drawn attention to which municipalities will be affected and how return gifts will be regulated.

A professor at Franciscan University of Steubenville has published an opinion piece in the Wall Street Journal arguing that artificial intelligence could push higher education back toward Socratic methods. The argument holds that as AI takes over tasks like information delivery and grading, universities may return to dialogue-based teaching focused on questioning and critical thinking. The piece is drawing attention in debates over how AI will reshape classrooms and the purpose of a degree.

The NBA has not set a firm timeline for expansion, but bids from Seattle and Las Vegas continue to move forward. Seattle is seeking the return of the SuperSonics, while Las Vegas has positioned itself as a prime market for a new franchise. League officials have not committed to a date or city, keeping both bids in limbo.