Month: September 2026

Spain recorded its joint-highest September temperature of 45.7C on 04 September 2026, matching a record from 2016. The exceptional heatwave, with temperatures exceeding 40C, has prompted calls for the European Commission to prioritise climate adaptation, highlighting the accelerating impacts of warming.

The Saskatchewan Roughriders will host the Winnipeg Blue Bombers at Mosaic Stadium on Sunday. As the teams prepare for the matchup, fans are engaged in a debate over Regina-style pizza, adding a local flavour to the rivalry surrounding the game.

Construction is set to commence on President Trump’s 250-feet-tall triumphal arch, referred to as the “Arc de Trump,” in Washington, D.C. Weijia Jiang reports on the details surrounding this upcoming project.

Britain reaffirms its ‘absolute and unshakeable’ commitment to the Falkland Islands amid renewed claims from Argentinian President Javier Milei.

French minister for European Affairs Benjamin Haddad expressed confidence that the electorate will reject extremism in the upcoming 2027 presidential election. His remarks follow a poll indicating far-right candidate Marine Le Pen could secure between 34% and 35.5% of the first-round votes, positioning her as a frontrunner.

What’s going on?
Two men were rescued from a hydropower tunnel in Nepal after being trapped for nine days following devastating floods. The rescue operation concluded successfully, with both individuals located and pulled from the site. This incident has gained significant media attention due to the dramatic circumstances of their entrapment.
The BBC emphasised the ongoing rescue efforts, stating: “Nepal rescuers try to reach dozens trapped in tunnel after two found alive.” In contrast, The New York Times focused on the outcome, reporting: “9 Days After Flood, Two Men Are Pulled Alive From Mud-Filled Tunnels in Nepal.” This reflects differing emphases on the rescue process versus the successful result of locating the trapped individuals.
Coverage analysed: BBC | The New York Times | CNN

The United Nations has approved a resolution to adopt a new world map reflecting accurate country sizes, specifically addressing colonial distortions. Supported by 164 votes and backed by African states and the Bahamas, the resolution promotes the Equal Earth projection over the Mercator map, which has historically minimised Africa’s true dimensions.

Five former British Columbia Conservative MLAs have announced the creation of a new provincial party, aiming to provide voters with an alternative to both the New Democratic Party and the Conservatives. The initiative seeks to attract those dissatisfied with the current political landscape.

Israeli army has seized Lebanon’s key Ali al-Taher ridge from Hezbollah, clearing tunnels previously used by fighters.

Europe and the United States are not aligned as before, this comes on the same days and the Netherlands moves…