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- CIA releases declassified documents on bin Laden and al-Qaeda ahead of 9/11 anniversary
- Lethbridge firefighters commemorated at annual memorial event
- Former CIA official in plea deal talks after $40 million gold bars discovery
- Remembering the search and rescue dogs of 9/11 on the 25th anniversary
- France opposes EU commission plan to use English-only trade agreements
- US leaders mark 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks with tributes and speeches
- 13-year-old boy faces weapons charges after firearm seizure at Ajax hotel
- America marks 25 years since the September 11 attacks with reflection
Financial Times - Savers withdrew nearly $60bn from three US banks as Apple raises heat
Summary of the front page
The Financial Times says savers withdrew nearly $60bn from US banks Charles Schwab, State Street and M&T in the first quarter as customers moved their money in search of higher interest rates. Traditional banks could face further threat because of Apple and Goldman Sachs’ new savings account in the US that will pay 4.15% interest a year, it reports.
The paper’s main image is of Vladimir Kara-Murza, a Russian opposition activist, during a court hearing in Moscow where he was sentenced to 25 years in prison for treason.
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CIA releases declassified documents on bin Laden and al-Qaeda ahead of 9/11 anniversary
September 12, 2026
2:00 am
On the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, the CIA released several dozen declassified documents detailing Osama bin Laden and al-Qaeda’s activities prior to the hijackings. The files highlight intelligence concerning threats to the US and bin Laden’s operational network, marking the agency’s largest release of presidential daily briefs.
Lethbridge firefighters commemorated at annual memorial event
September 12, 2026
1:00 am
Twenty-five years after the 9/11 terrorist attacks, firefighters and other first responders across North America continue to commemorate their fallen colleagues. Ceremonies and gatherings reaffirm their commitment to honouring the sacrifices made during the tragedy, reflecting a lasting legacy of remembrance.
Former CIA official in plea deal talks after $40 million gold bars discovery
September 11, 2026
11:00 pm
The Justice Department is negotiating a plea deal with former CIA official David Rush, who was found with over $40 million in gold bars at his Virginia home. A court filing indicates that both parties are progressing towards a resolution, with an indictment deadline extended to 8 October.
Remembering the search and rescue dogs of 9/11 on the 25th anniversary
September 11, 2026
10:00 pm
On the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, the contributions of search and rescue dogs, like Apollo and Bretagne, are remembered for their significant roles in recovery efforts.
France opposes EU commission plan to use English-only trade agreements
September 11, 2026
9:00 pm
France plans to oppose a European Commission initiative to fast-track trade agreements by using only English-language versions during negotiations, bypassing translations into all 24 official EU languages. This move, aimed at speeding up ratification, has raised concerns about legal and democratic implications, particularly regarding linguistic diversity.
US leaders mark 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks with tributes and speeches
September 11, 2026
8:00 pm
On the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, US President Donald Trump marked the occasion at the Pentagon, linking the events to the ongoing conflict with Iran. In New York, Mayor Zohran Mamdani attended a memorial, releasing a video emphasising unity and remembrance amid calls for inclusivity.
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