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    Internationals hold three-point Presidents Cup lead over US●Internationals hold three-point Presidents Cup lead over US https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/golf/articles/c64gvvjze807o?at_mMmastodonSportGolf23 min ago

    The International team holds a three-point lead over the United States at the Presidents Cup golf tournament, according to BBC Sport. The competition, which pits an international side against a US team, is one of golf's major team events, and the Internationals' advantage has put them in a strong position in the contest.

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    Trump weighs ban on diesel exports●Trump weighs diesel export banπŸ¦‹blueskyWorldUS Politics11K13 min ago

    President Trump is reportedly considering a ban on diesel fuel exports from the United States. Such a move would keep more fuel domestically, potentially easing prices at home, but exporters and allies who rely on American diesel supplies would be affected. The reported deliberation has drawn attention given the scale of US fuel exports.

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    US stands alone in ideological objection to pandemic treaty wording●While the US was not the only nation to object to some of the wording, it was the only one who objected on ideological rMmastodonHealthPandemics711 min ago

    During negotiations over pandemic treaty language, several nations raised objections to parts of the wording, but the United States was reportedly the only country to do so on ideological grounds rather than intellectual property concerns. Commenters are highlighting this distinction, arguing it sets the US apart from other states whose objections were framed around commercial and patent interests.

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    One dead as powerful storm batters northeastern US●One dead as powerful storm brings flooding, power cuts to northeastern USβœ‰newsEnvironmentWeather18 min ago

    A powerful storm has swept through the northeastern United States, leaving one person dead. Heavy rain caused significant flooding across the region, while strong winds knocked out power to many homes and businesses. Emergency crews are working to restore electricity and respond to flood damage as forecasters warn conditions could linger in affected areas.

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    New US Sanctions Against the ICC Threaten European Sovereignty●New U.S. sanctions against the ICC threaten European sovereigntyYhnSportFootball89 min ago

    The United States has imposed new sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court, a move analysts warn could undermine European sovereignty. The measures affect the Hague-based court's operations and raise concerns in Europe about external pressure on an international legal institution headquartered on EU soil. Commentators say the sanctions test Europe's ability to defend the independence of international justice against American coercive measures.

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    RFK Jr. says cyclosporiasis outbreak 'under control' with 1,600 cases●RFK Jr. says cyclosporiasis outbreak is 'under control' amid at least 1,600 cases in 5 statesβœ‰newsHealthPandemics11 min ago

    Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said a cyclosporiasis outbreak is 'under control' despite at least 1,600 confirmed cases across five US states. The intestinal illness, typically linked to contaminated food or water, has sickened hundreds in recent weeks. Officials are continuing to investigate the source, and health experts have urged caution about declaring the outbreak contained while case counts remain high.

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    IRGC threatens to strike US ships in Indian Ocean if war breaks out●US ships in Indian Ocean will be hit if another war breaks out, IRGC saysβœ‰newsWar17 min ago

    Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps has warned that US ships stationed in the Indian Ocean will be targeted if another war breaks out. The threat, reported by Middle East Eye, adds to rising tensions between Tehran and Washington. Analysts see it as part of Iran's broader deterrence rhetoric amid ongoing regional confrontation.

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    The United States has revoked federal limits on climate pollution from power plants, removing restrictions on carbon emissions from a major source of greenhouse gases. The rollback is drawing criticism from climate and environmental groups, who warn it will increase emissions, while it is being welcomed by industry figures who argue the previous rules were overly burdensome.

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    Nine-state E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheese●9-state E. coli outbreak linked to raw milk cheeseβœ‰newsHealthPandemics11 min ago

    Health officials are investigating an E. coli outbreak that has spread across nine US states and is linked to cheese made from raw, unpasteurized milk. Cases have prompted renewed warnings about the risks of unpasteurized dairy products, which can carry harmful bacteria. Investigators are working to identify the specific producer and trace the distribution chain as more potential cases are reported.

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    The Albanian National Olympic Committee has received a visit from a United States special envoy, a meeting reported by Inside The Games. The talks reportedly signal warmer sporting ties between the two countries, though details of the agenda and outcomes have not been disclosed.

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    Nor'easter storm batters US East Coast, flights canceled●Powerful 'nor'easter' storm batters US, hundreds of flights canceledβœ‰newsEnvironmentWeather18 min ago

    A powerful nor'easter storm is battering the northeastern United States, bringing heavy snow, strong winds and coastal flooding. Hundreds of flights have been canceled as airports work to clear runways and de-ice aircraft. Travelers are being warned of continued disruption, and officials are urging residents to stay off the roads as conditions remain hazardous across the region.

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    Cavan Sullivan: 16-year-old US debutant tipped for the Premier League●Cavan Sullivan: The 16-year-old US debutant primed for the Premier Leagueβœ‰newsSportSoccer8 min ago

    American teenager Cavan Sullivan has made his senior debut for the United States at 16, drawing attention as one of the country's most promising young footballers. Coverage highlights his potential path to the Premier League, with the midfielder already linked to a future move to Manchester City as part of a widely reported development deal.

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    Presidents Cup 2026: Day 3 foursomes matches and starting times announced●Presidents Cup 2026: Day 3 foursomes matches, starting timesβœ‰newsSportGolf3 min ago

    The schedule and starting times for the Day 3 foursomes matches at the 2026 Presidents Cup have been released, outlining which international and US pairings will compete and when. Golf fans are checking the lineup to follow the decisive weekend sessions of the biennial team competition between the United States and the International team.

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    Weather threat already costs billions, set to worsen●This weather threat costs us billions. And it’s about to get worse.βœ‰newsScience21 min ago

    A new report warns that an escalating weather-related threat is already costing the United States billions of dollars each year, and experts say the losses are expected to grow as conditions deteriorate. Commentators highlight the growing economic toll of extreme weather and the urgency of better preparation and adaptation measures.

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    Trump administration allows killing of endangered species●Trump administration says developers, loggers can kill endangered speciesβœ‰newsEnvironmentWildlife19 min ago

    The Trump administration has issued a new policy stating that developers and loggers may kill endangered species, drawing criticism from conservation groups. Critics say the rule weakens protections under the Endangered Species Act and prioritises industry over wildlife, while supporters argue it reduces regulatory burdens on construction and timber activities.

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    Updated 2026-2027 COVID vaccine now available●PSA: The updated 2026-2027 # COVID19 # vaccine is available now! Just scheduled my annual Moderna # booster appointmentMmastodonHealthPandemics411 min ago

    The updated 2026-2027 COVID-19 vaccine has become available, and people are booking appointments at pharmacies such as Walgreens, including Moderna boosters. The rollout comes as US trackers report a 13th COVID wave, with outbreaks in 40 states and territories and millions of estimated current infections, prompting renewed calls for annual boosters.

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    Trump Crackdown on China-Linked Solar Firms Stalls US Factory Boom●Trump’s Crackdown on China-Linked Solar Firms stalls U.S. Factory Boomβœ‰newsEnvironmentEnergy20 min ago

    The Trump administration's crackdown on Chinese-linked solar companies is slowing the wave of new solar manufacturing factories in the United States. Efforts to restrict firms with Chinese ties are disrupting planned investments that had been expected to expand domestic solar panel production, raising concerns about the future of the US clean energy manufacturing boom.

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    Pair of giant pandas depart China for the US●Pair of giant pandas depart China for the US on Sundayβœ‰newsEnvironmentWildlife19 min ago

    A pair of giant pandas left China on Sunday bound for the United States, part of China's ongoing practice of lending the animals to foreign zoos as a gesture of goodwill. The relocation continues the long-running tradition of panda diplomacy between the two countries and has drawn international attention from wildlife watchers and the public.

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    A powerful storm has struck the Northeast United States. The Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reports the system hit the region, though further details on damage, casualties or disruption were not provided in the initial coverage. Weather events of this scale typically bring power outages, flight cancellations and travel hazards across affected states.

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    Nevada Making Surprising Gains on Solar Energy●Nevada Is Making Surprising Gains on Solar Energyβœ‰newsEnvironmentEnergy20 min ago

    Nevada is reportedly outperforming expectations on solar energy growth, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The state, long known for its desert sunshine and large solar farms, is seeing stronger-than-anticipated gains in solar capacity and investment. The development draws attention as US states compete to expand renewable energy and meet clean power targets.

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    Hurricane Nolo weakens but brings heavy rain to Hawaii●Hurricane Nolo weakens, but still brings heavy rain to Hawaii. See its path.βœ‰newsEnvironmentWeather18 min ago

    Hurricane Nolo has weakened, but it continues to bring heavy rain to Hawaii as it passes near the islands. Forecasters are tracking its path, with rainfall and possible flooding the main concern rather than hurricane-force winds. Residents and officials in Hawaii are being urged to stay alert as the storm moves through the area.

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    Next-generation geothermal energy challenges fossil fuels in the USβ–ΌNext-generation geothermal energy systems are coming for your fossil fuels... https:// cleantechnica.com/2026/09/26/g eoMmastodonEnvironmentEnergy320 min ago

    CleanTechnica reports that next-generation geothermal energy systems are advancing as a serious alternative to fossil fuels in the United States, supported by favorable US energy policy and framed as both renewable and sustainable. The article argues geothermal can provide reliable clean power where other renewables fall short. Commentary being shared focuses on geothermal's potential to displace fossil fuel generation.

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    Trump targets unallocated CHIPS Act funds, pivots to tariffs●Trump targets unallocated CHIPS Act funds,pivoting to tariffs. TSMC kept its $6.6B grant,but tariff threats raised its UMmastodonTechnologySemiconductors128 min ago

    The Trump administration is moving to repurpose unallocated CHIPS Act funds, favoring tariff pressure over direct subsidies to force chipmakers to build in the United States. TSMC retained its $6.6 billion award, but tariff threats have led it to raise its planned US investment from $65 billion to more than $165 billion. Critics note tariffs build manufacturing capacity far more slowly than subsidies and shift reshoring costs onto private capital.

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    SK hynix weighs US memory chip production●SK hynix considers memory chip production in the US β€” Korea Heraldβœ‰newsTechnologySemiconductors28 min ago

    South Korean chipmaker SK hynix is considering producing memory chips in the United States, according to the Korea Herald. The potential move would expand the company's footprint beyond its home market and align with US efforts to boost domestic semiconductor manufacturing. It follows other Korean chipmakers' investments in American production capacity.

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    Australian datacentre backlash called a US import●"Australian backlash to datacentres is faux import from US, officials say: β€˜We are not the United States’" Well "OfficiaMmastodonEnvironment1721 min ago

    Australian officials argue that local opposition to datacentres is a 'faux' backlash imported from the United States, insisting 'we are not the United States'. Critics dispute that framing, accusing pro-datacentre voices of being industry figures who donate to Labor to fast-track construction rather than neutral authorities. The debate touches on energy use, water consumption and the siting of large computing facilities in Australian communities.