General News Today — September 25, 2026
Stuck on the Battlefield, Russia Wages ‘Total War’ on Ukraine’s Economy and more — today's news signal.
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Stuck on the Battlefield, Russia Wages ‘Total War’ on Ukraine’s Economy
The economic damage from Russian strikes, resulting in lost sales, disrupted workdays and logistical snarls, is in the billions of dollars.
US and China must act as responsible powers together, Xi says as Trump toasts friendship at state dinner
Trump said he and Xi had "never gotten along better" as he hosted the Chinese president at the lavish White House event.
How ‘The Sopranos’ Influenced the Best TV Shows of the 21st Century
Our poll of the best shows of the 21st century explores how TV built on, and moved on from, one of the last great shows of the 20th.
‘America’s Bishop’ Was Beatified. 50,000 Catholics Showed Up.
Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen, who was the country’s most visible Roman Catholic clergyman of the 20th century, is one step closer to sainthood after a ceremony in St. Louis.
Bellamy wants more from Wales after loss to Portugal
Craig Bellamy believes there is "more to come" from his Wales side in the Nations League following their opening-match loss in Lisbon.
South Asians Face Surging Racism in America
Social media posts, including from the Department of Homeland Security and a Texas Republican candidate, have helped stir fear among people of South Asian heritage.
Bond Markets Are Volatile and Oil Prices Rise
The rise came a day after a sharp sell-off in government debt.
Reported assaults on Britain's rail services rise by more than a third
Recorded incidents of violence and harassment against passengers and rail workers showed a sharp increase in the year to March.
Edinburgh Zoo's red panda goes to the vet for toothache
Red panda Bruce laid on his back under a general anaesthetic, as vets removed the problem tooth and checked him for other illnesses.
General News Today — September 24, 2026
Corrie Mckeague's mum: 'We did all we could to find him' and more — today's news signal.
How Three Times Tech Journalists Make Sense of A.I.’s Promise and Peril
Artificial intelligence is advancing so fast that tech leaders say better safety controls are needed. Here’s how our reporters keep up.
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Glasgow City Council letting staff down with fire and rehire plans, worker says
Glasgow City Council announced the move after a stalemate in talks over a new salary structure to address equal pay issues.
Alaskans Dismayed, but Not Moved, by Peltola’s Treatment of Her Staff
Voters interviewed in Anchorage and Fairbanks on Thursday said news that Mary Peltola, the Democratic nominee for Senate, had used offensive slurs would not change their vote.
Noah Woods left playground through gap in fence, inquest hears
Noah's mother tells parents to "hold their children a little tighter and cherish every moment".
NHS to suspend staff suspected of snooping on patient records
There have been too many cases of staff abusing patient trust, and enough is enough, the head of the NHS in England says.
Watch: Pope Leo begins four-day visit to France
The pontiff delivered the warning on the first day of his trip to France on Friday.
FA Cup tie to be replayed after ref's error - will it set a precedent?
Mulbarton Wanderers are "deeply upset" after being told they must replay their FA Cup qualifying tie with Woodford Town because of a referee's error.
Some BBC channels and radio stations may well have to close, director general says
The BBC's financial situation "may well mean" some channels and stations close, Matt Brittin says.
China’s Truce With Trump Buys It Valuable Time
Easing tensions with Washington gives Beijing room to tackle economic troubles at home while reducing its vulnerability to American pressure.
Nor’easter Could Bring Heavy Rain, Winds, and Flooding to East Coast
Rain, flooding and gusty winds are in the forecast this weekend for the Northeast, including New York and Boston.
Leo XIV, Trying to Be Everyone’s Pope, Tours Secular France
After visiting Africa, Pope Leo’s four-day trip to France shows how he is seeking to appeal to Roman Catholicism’s original heartlands as well as to the church’s newest strongholds.
A Quiet ICE Surge That Unfolded ‘Everywhere All at Once’ This Summer
A review of dozens of incidents caught on camera sheds new light on a largely invisible crackdown.
Daniel Thomas pleads not guilty after dinghy slashed
Daniel Thomas is accused of criminal damage after a video appeared to show him slashing at a dinghy.
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