Americas

Canada is seeking a new security and economic alliance with the European Union as it tries to reduce its reliance on the United States amid worsening trade tensions with Washington. Prime Minister Mark Carney has described the proposed relationship as a “unique alliance” covering trade, investment, defence, technology and other areas of shared interest. Carney

Pope Leo XIV has honoured those killed in the September 11 terrorist attacks and called for a renewed commitment to peace, 25 years after the tragedy that transformed the United States and influenced global security. Speaking after the Angelus in St Peter’s Square on Sunday, 13 September, the Pope remembered the victims and acknowledged the

The Lucas Fire burning across Lake and Mendocino counties in Northern California has scorched 4,109 acres, while evacuation orders and warnings remain in force for communities near the blaze. The fire was 25% contained as of Sunday evening, according to the latest information published by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Authorities said

Canada has unveiled a redesigned $20 banknote featuring King Charles III, marking the first appearance of the monarch on the country’s paper currency. The new green polymer note was presented in Ottawa on September 3, 2026, by Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem alongside senior government officials. According to the Bank of Canada, the note

The United Kingdom has joined the United States in remembering the nearly 3,000 people killed in the September 11 terrorist attacks, 25 years after the tragedy changed global security and foreign policy. In a message marking the anniversary on Friday, the UK Ministry of Defence paid tribute to the victims, including 67 British citizens, as

US President Donald Trump has promised to give every adult American citizen $5,000 if Republicans retain control of both chambers of Congress in November’s midterm elections. Trump announced the proposal during a speech at the Republican Party’s midterm convention in Dallas, Texas, on Wednesday, 9 September. He called the proposed payment the “Trump Dividend” and

Supporters of American conservative activist Charlie Kirk are marking the first anniversary of his assassination as the political organisation he helped establish continues to expand across the United States. Kirk was fatally shot on 10 September 2025 while speaking at an outdoor event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. He was 31. Memorial events

The United States Mint has released a new $1 coin featuring President Donald Trump to commemorate the country’s 250th anniversary. The gold-coloured coin went on sale on 2 September and can be used as legal tender. It is being offered through the Mint in rolls and bags at prices above its face value. Its release

Tiger Woods has been banned from driving for five years after reaching a plea agreement in an impaired-driving case linked to a rollover crash in Florida earlier this year. The 15-time major golf champion appeared at the Martin County Courthouse on Wednesday, 2 September, where he changed the not guilty plea he had previously entered.