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Radical Pilot Threat Shows Need for Stronger Aviation Vetting

A near‑miss over the skies underscores why governments must tighten pilot background checks and close loopholes that let radicals slip through.

Close up of Vladimir Putin while speaking to an audience at the Valdai foreign policy forum. He has short grey hair and is wearing a black suit, white shirt and red tie.
Foreign Policy8h ago

Putin Escalates Nuclear Rhetoric, Threatens West Over Kaliningrad

Vladimir Putin has explicitly threatened the use of nuclear weapons if he deems the Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad to be under direct attack, dismissing international concerns as Western provocation.

Renee Good has long, blonde, curly hair and is wearing a red off-the-shoulder top. The ocean is in the background.
Culture War7h ago

Lawsuit Targets Trump Officials Over ICE Enforcement Operation

The family of Renee Good has filed lawsuits against the federal government and Trump administration officials following her death during a January immigration enforcement operation in Minneapolis.

Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks during an annual plenary session of the Valdai Discussion Club, on October 2, 2025 in Sochi, Russia
Foreign PolicyYesterday

Putin Doubles Down on Ukraine War as Kremlin Signals No End in Sight

Vladimir Putin shows no intention of halting the invasion of Ukraine, as the Kremlin doubles down on its military objectives and continues to threaten European stability through a campaign of hybrid warfare.

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Tuesday, September 1

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (left) and Russian President Vladimir Putin shake hands at a security summit in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. Photo: 31 August 2026
Foreign PolicySeptember 1, 2026

Modi Urges Putin to End War as Russia Remains Committed to Military Objectives

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has publicly called on Vladimir Putin to end the war in Ukraine, yet the Kremlin continues to prioritize its military strategy over diplomatic pleas.

A firefighter tackles a fire in a building after overnight Russian strikes on Ukraine's capital Kyiv. Photo: 1 September 2026
Foreign PolicySeptember 1, 2026

Putin’s Brutal Assault on Kyiv Leaves Dozens Dead in Sustained Campaign

Russian forces launched a massive overnight barrage of ballistic missiles and drones against Kyiv and surrounding regions, killing at least 12 people and signaling a dangerous escalation in the ongoing conflict.

A woman looks at her smartphone while walking past a SHEIN sign outside the company's office on 14 July, 2026, in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, China.
EconomySeptember 1, 2026

Shein's Stock Market Debut Falls Flat as Regulatory Reality Bites

Ultra-fast-fashion giant Shein finally went public in Hong Kong at a $26 billion valuation, a massive drop from its previous $100 billion estimate as the company faces mounting regulatory pressure and geopolitical scrutiny.

CCTV footage shows people fleeing as a wall of mud and water destroys buildings at the Nepal-China border in Gyirong, Tibet, China, on August 26, 2026.
Foreign PolicySeptember 1, 2026

Catastrophic Himalayan Flood Decimates Vital Nepal-China Trade Hub

A devastating glacial collapse triggered a massive flood that obliterated the Rasuwagadhi border complex, leaving hundreds missing and crippling a critical trade artery between Nepal and China.

A black Flock surveillance camera attached to a pole with a solar panel attached above it
TechSeptember 1, 2026

AI Surveillance Network Expands as Law Enforcement Bolsters Public Safety

A network of 130,000 AI-powered license plate readers is rapidly expanding across the United States, providing law enforcement with essential technology to track criminals and uphold the rule of law.

A girl with in a yellow outfit stares into the camera.
Foreign PolicySeptember 1, 2026

Regional Neighbors Enforce Borders as Afghan Deportations Surge

As Pakistan and Iran crack down on undocumented migration, millions of Afghans are being repatriated, highlighting the consequences of living illegally in foreign nations and the ongoing challenges of the Taliban-led state.

Secretary of the Army Dan Driscoll arrives for the United States Military Academy commencement ceremony in Michie Stadium at West Poin in New York as a service member salutes behind him.
Foreign PolicySeptember 1, 2026

Army Secretary Driscoll Resigns Amid Pentagon Overhaul

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has resigned after 18 months in office, marking another high-profile exit in the Trump administration's aggressive effort to reshape the Pentagon's leadership.

Monday, August 31

Construction continues on a new helipad on the South Lawn of the White House and the East Wing ballroom on 24 August 2026 in Washington DC.
PoliticsAugust 31, 2026

Supreme Court greenlights White House ballroom construction

In a 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court ruled that the Trump administration can proceed with the construction of a new White House ballroom, rejecting attempts by preservationists to block the project through the courts.

A man walks out after shopping at the newly launched Japanese retail store UNIQLO at Orion Mall in Bengaluru, August 29, 2025.
Foreign PolicyAugust 31, 2026

Japan Pivots to India as China Risks Become Untenable

Facing a shrinking domestic population and rising geopolitical risks in China, Japanese corporations are pouring billions into India to secure long-term growth and supply chain stability.

The Amazon logo is seen at one of its offices
EconomyAugust 31, 2026

FTC Targets Amazon in Massive $20 Billion Ad Price-Fixing Lawsuit

The Federal Trade Commission and a coalition of 22 states have launched a lawsuit alleging Amazon manipulated its advertising auctions to extract $20 billion from businesses.

Former US Rep. George Santos gives a statement after a court hearing on August 19, 2024 in West Islip, New York. Santos pleaded guilty to wire fraud and aggravated identity theft weeks before his federal trial was set to begin.
EconomyAugust 31, 2026

George Santos Banned from Betting Platform After Insider Trading Scheme

Prediction-market operator Kalshi has permanently banned George Santos after an internal investigation revealed he used his own influence to manipulate betting prices for personal gain.

Large ships in the Strait of Hormuz are visible near the beach of Bandar Abbas.
Foreign PolicyAugust 31, 2026

US Strikes Iranian Rocket Launchers to Secure Vital Strait of Hormuz

U.S. Central Command successfully neutralized Iranian rocket launchers and sea mine deployment operations on Larak Island, striking back against Tehran's ongoing efforts to choke off global shipping lanes.