Saturday

The UN arms embargo covering Darfur is set to lapse on Saturday unless the Security Council votes to extend it. German coverage, shared via taz, highlights the risk of weapons flowing to the Rapid Support Forces and other armed groups as the war in Sudan continues. Observers are watching whether the Council acts before the deadline and how the UAE's alleged role in arming the RSF factors into the debate.

Severe storms are hitting Spain, with red rain alerts forcing the suspension of several AVE and regional trains in Catalonia. The Community of Valencia is being struck by flash floods and nearly a hundred incidents have been reported. Weather warnings are in place across 15 regions this Saturday as authorities urge caution.

President Trump said on Saturday he rejected Iran's latest cease-fire proposal, which would have reopened the Strait of Hormuz and resumed negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program in exchange for concessions from the United States. The rejection marks another turn in a cycle of proposals and counteroffers between the two countries, with Washington and Tehran still far apart on terms to end the standoff.

The foreign ministers of Russia and Germany met in New York on Saturday on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, in the first meeting at that level since Russia's 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The talks mark a rare diplomatic contact between Moscow and a major European power and are drawing attention for what they may signal about the state of relations between Russia and the West.

Demonstrators have set up around 100 tents in Puerta del Sol square in central Madrid after tens of thousands marched on Saturday demanding action to lower housing costs and stronger tenant protections. The encampment keeps pressure on Spanish authorities over a crisis that has pushed rents beyond the reach of many residents.

Mauritius on Saturday refused landing clearance for a scheduled flight arriving from Israel. According to reports, the refusal was based on political and diplomatic considerations and was linked to the absence of the Mauritian delegation during Benjamin Netanyahu's address at the United Nations General Assembly. The move is being read as a sign of diplomatic displeasure, though the airline involved and official Mauritian government confirmation were not immediately clear.

The 2026 Presidents Cup in Chicago took a dramatic turn when the International team swept the United States in Saturday foursomes, seizing the overall lead. Coverage is focused on the Session 3 four-ball recap and how to watch the remaining weekend action, with fans weighing in on the US team's collapse and the Internationals' upset surge.

Sports prediction and trading platform Novig is being promoted across US media outlets with a range of $50 sign-up bonuses tied to specific promo codes. Outlets including amNewYork, VegasInsider, Saturday Down South and NOLA.com are pushing codes offering trading credits for MLB playoffs, college football and NFL games like Colts-Commanders. The wave of affiliate deals has put the brand at the top of search interest.

Hundreds of demonstrators gathered in the Radmansgatan area of Stockholm on Saturday to protest Israel's attacks on the Gaza Strip. The rally was called by civil society organizations, with speakers demanding an immediate end to what they described as war crimes against civilians in Gaza. The protest is part of ongoing demonstrations across European cities since the escalation of the conflict.

UK players are checking the latest National Lottery results, with live coverage of the Lotto and Thunderball draws for Wednesday, October 7 published by Wales Online. Live blogs and updates for recent draws, including Saturday September 26, continue to attract attention as people look up winning numbers and check whether their tickets have come up.

CNN was scheduled on Saturday to cover the president on behalf of the television pool, but the White House's guidance for the trip did not include the network among the traveling press. The omission has drawn attention amid ongoing friction between the administration and major news organizations over press access and pool coverage arrangements.

President Donald Trump shared more than 13 social media posts attacking Republican Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar of Florida on Saturday, escalating a feud that began after she broke with his immigration crackdown earlier this month. The volume of posts underscored Trump's willingness to target members of his own party over dissent on immigration policy, drawing attention to tensions within the GOP.

Saturday Night Live has launched its 52nd season with a premiere hosted by NBA star Jalen Brunson and featuring a musical performance from the girl group KATSEYE. The new season also brings notable cast changes, with several departures and additions announced ahead of the opener. Viewers are looking up how to watch the premiere and discussing the reshaped cast lineup.

Climate rallies are planned across France on Saturday following a record-breaking summer of heat and related weather extremes. Organisers and campaigners are expected to press the French government for stronger emissions cuts and climate adaptation measures. The demonstrations follow months in which the country experienced exceptional temperatures, adding pressure on officials as public attention returns to the pace of France's climate response.

Bangladesh face Sri Lanka in the Asian Games cricket bronze-medal match on Saturday. Sri Lanka arrive under pressure after being bowled out for just 45 runs in their semi-final defeat on Thursday, a collapse that has drawn wide criticism. The play-off decides which team leaves the tournament in Hangzhou with a medal.

SpaceX is scheduled to launch a U.S. Space Force mission early Saturday from Vandenberg Space Force Base on California's central coast. Local outlets including the Santa Maria Times and Santa Ynez Valley News report on the planned liftoff, which adds to the company's growing slate of national security launches from the West Coast pad.

Munich was selected on Saturday ahead of the Cologne/Rhine-Ruhr region as the German candidate city in a national bid to host the Summer Olympic Games in 2036, 2040 or 2044. It would be a return of the Olympics to Munich, which hosted the 1972 Summer Games. Cologne/Rhine-Ruhr lost out in the domestic selection, with a final international decision still to come.

Palestine solidarity demonstrators rallied in Liverpool on Saturday, calling on the Labour government to go further in sanctioning Israel over its conduct in Gaza and the wider occupation of Palestinian territories. The protest, reported by the Morning Star, reflects growing pressure on Labour from within its own base, with activists arguing that UK policy has not gone far enough in response to the conflict.

France is preparing for the switch to winter time on the night of Saturday October 24 to Sunday October 25, 2026, when clocks go back from 3am to 2am, giving everyone an extra hour of sleep. French media are explaining why the change falls relatively early in October, how to cope with the disruption to sleep and melatonin, and where the long-promised abolition of the time change stands this year.

The Powerball jackpot stood at an estimated $360 million ahead of the Saturday, September 26 drawing, and players across the United States were checking the winning numbers to see if anyone matched all six. Local outlets such as 10TV published the results as attention turned to whether the prize rolled over again or a ticket finally claimed it.

Weather is the talk of Monterrey, with forecasters warning of heavy storms hitting Nuevo León. Outlets including Milenio, El Informador, ABC Noticias and INFO7 report thunderstorms expected on Thursday, with rains and electrical storms also forecast for Saturday, after a hot, muggy Tuesday in the city. Residents are asking when the downpours will start.

Donald Trump posted an image on Truth Social early Saturday showing the Strait of Hormuz labeled 'Trump Strait.' The post is his first public signal of his thinking after Iran floated a new deal and suggested it could help Trump ahead of the midterm elections. Observers are weighing what the renamed waterway post means for US-Iran negotiations.

The inauguration of a popular discount store in the Brás district of São Paulo caused turmoil on Saturday, with customers queuing since Friday and crowds blocking streets in the area, prompting police intervention and road closures. News outlets including Folha de S.Paulo and R7 reported the disruption, which drew attention to the immense demand for cheap retail in the traditional shopping neighborhood.

College football fans are watching whether Saturday's high-profile matchup between Georgia and Alabama will go ahead as planned, with a hurricane threatening to disrupt the game. The storm's approach has put kickoff plans in question, though officials have not yet confirmed any postponement or relocation.

A flood watch is in place for Western North Carolina for Saturday and Sunday, prompting residents to monitor forecasts and prepare for possible flooding. Local media are spreading the warning, and the region remains sensitive to severe rain after past flooding events in western North Carolina.

ABP Ananda, the Bengali news channel, is drawing live attention from viewers in West Bengal. Among stories keeping audiences engaged is the reported retirement of longtime newsreader Papia Singh, whose familiar voice ended her run at 47, prompting readers to ask what happened to her. The channel also continues its daylong news bulletins, including its Saturday evening broadcast.

Formula 1 has published a review of the head-to-head records between teammates and rivals in qualifying and races so far in the 2026 season. The piece breaks down which drivers are winning their intra-team battles on Saturdays and converting them on race day, giving fans an early snapshot of form across the grid.

Spain's weather agency AEMET has warned of very strong thunderstorms with hail across the Comunitat Valenciana this Saturday, with rain expected to continue for four consecutive days. Forecasts point to showers along the Valencian coast and slightly lower temperatures over the weekend. Residents are being advised to prepare for locally severe conditions, and the warning is drawing wide attention as the stormy weather moves in.