The Weekly Times

This week in U.S. politics, President Trump is confronting growing defections from within his own Republican Party, while preparing for a summit with China. A separate feud with the press is also drawing attention. Analysts are watching whether intra-party dissent will weaken Trump's position heading into high-stakes diplomacy with Beijing.

Meta has blocked President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's Facebook page and campaign advertisements, with the suspension coming just two weeks ahead of Brazil's election. The move raises questions about how the platform regulates political accounts and campaign content in a major democracy, and why the restriction was imposed so close to voting day. The company's reasoning has not been made clear.

The All-In Podcast discusses a turbulent week in AI: Anthropic's long-expected IPO may be at risk, Meta has launched its Muse model to strong interest, falling token prices are squeezing AI companies' margins, open-source models are winning market share, and alignment efforts are described as failing. Commentators frame these as signs that the AI industry's economics and safety promises are both under strain.

Andy Burnham is expected to announce a new help-to-buy scheme called 'Your First Home' next week. Under the plan, young people would be able to buy their first home with a deposit of just 2.5%. The announcement is drawing attention amid ongoing debate about housing affordability for first-time buyers in Britain.

Kylian Mbappe has suffered a hyperextension of his left knee during a match against Turkey and will be sidelined for roughly two weeks, according to reports citing Al Jazeera. The forward is expected to be fit in time to face Barcelona when he returns, easing concerns about a longer absence for club and country.

President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has banned fixed-odds sports betting in Brazil, with the decision landing just a week before the country's elections. The timing has drawn attention, with observers weighing the move against a looming vote. Details of the ban's scope and how it will be enforced have not been widely reported yet, and the political reaction is still unfolding.

The US Supreme Court on Friday again blocked Missouri from using a congressional map redrawn to give Republicans an edge in November's midterm elections. The order came less than two months before the vote, leaving election officials with little time to adjust plans. Commenters welcomed the ruling as unexpected good news from a court that has often backed redistricting efforts favorable to Republicans.

The NFL's third week of the season is underway, with The Athletic and The New York Times providing live coverage of Sunday's slate of games, including scores, highlights, injury updates and analysis. Fans are following the action throughout the day as results come in across the league.

Canada's Foreign Minister Anita Anand is scheduled to speak at the United Nations General Assembly at around 5 p.m. eastern time. Her address comes during the annual high-level week in New York, where world leaders and foreign ministers deliver set-piece speeches. Expect her remarks to touch on Canada's priorities, with observers flagging the Arctic, Ukraine, Gaza and the wider Middle East as likely themes.

Student protesters interrupted an NVIDIA panel on artificial intelligence and climate held during NYC Climate Week. Footage shared by Al Jazeera shows activists taking over the session, adding to ongoing criticism of the tech industry's energy-hungry AI expansion and its climate commitments. The disruption has drawn attention during a week when companies are showcasing their environmental pledges.

Milan Fashion Week is under way in the Italian fashion capital, with the Financial Times reporting that the industry is hoping the shows will inject some energy and excitement into a difficult period for luxury. Designers, brands and buyers are looking for standout collections that can revive consumer enthusiasm as the global fashion market slows.

French player Corentin Jacquet has reached his first ATP Tour semi-final at the tournament in Hangzhou, China, marking a career milestone. Former world No. 1 Daniil Medvedev also progressed, fighting through to the last four. The results set up an intriguing end to the week, with the rising Frenchman now facing the biggest test of his career against more established opposition.

Houston Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair wore eye black bearing the name of a slain Palestinian girl during a Week 2 NFL game before removing it, according to a source cited by The New York Times. The gesture, touching on the Israel-Gaza conflict, is drawing attention for blending player expression with a highly charged geopolitical issue.

Milan Fashion Week is in the spotlight with new collections from Dolce & Gabbana, Bottega Veneta and Jil Sander, covered by the New York Times' style desk. The shows are drawing attention as part of the spring-summer season previews, with editors and fashion watchers weighing in on the direction each house is taking.

Huawei's Games Summit 2026 brought Chinese game developers together with European industry partners in Düsseldorf, Germany, timed to coincide with Gamescom week. Organized by Huawei GameCenter, the event focused on market entry, publishing and localization, aiming to help Chinese studios expand into European markets and foster cross-border partnerships in the games industry.

The New York Times has published its hardcover bestseller list for the week ended September 12, ranking the top-selling hardcover titles across fiction and nonfiction. The list, widely used as a benchmark of book sales in the United States, is drawing attention from readers and publishers tracking this week's leading titles.

Sportsbooks have released their Week 3 NFL point spreads, with the Buffalo Bills, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks and Kansas City Chiefs all installed as the heaviest favorites of the week. The New York Times reports the latest odds ahead of Sunday's slate, giving fans a read on which matchups bookmakers expect to be lopsided.

Week 3 of the NFL season continues Sunday, September 27, with a full slate of games across the league's Sunday afternoon and evening broadcast windows. Fans are looking up kickoff times and which TV channels carry each matchup as the season hits its third week.

Tulsa's football team is set to play Arkansas in a Week 4 college football game, drawing attention from fans looking for TV channel and kickoff time information. Outlets including The Oklahoman have published viewing guides detailing the broadcast schedule, indicating solid regional interest in the matchup between the Golden Hurricane and the Razorbacks.

The Las Vegas Raiders hold a 16-13 lead over the New Orleans Saints at halftime of their 2026 NFL Week 3 matchup. The close score has kept fans of both teams engaged as the game remains within one possession heading into the third quarter.

Tight end Dallas Goedert will not play in Week 3, according to a Yahoo Sports report. His absence removes a key target from the Philadelphia Eagles' passing game and is likely to shuffle playing time among the remaining tight ends and receivers. Fantasy football managers and Eagles fans are expected to adjust plans ahead of the weekend's slate of games.

Sterling Shepard has been elevated to the active roster for Week 3, the team confirmed ahead of this weekend's games. The veteran receiver's promotion suggests he could see immediate playing time as his club manages its receiving corps early in the season. Fans are weighing what the move means for the depth chart and Shepard's role going forward.