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- Major General Nikolai Varpakhovich in critical condition after shooting in Russia
- Hazardous materials alert triggers evacuation at Berlin Brandenburg Airport
- Advocates condemn US House vote to cut funding for universities boycotting Israel
- N.S. woman reports loss of hundreds of relatives and friends in Nepal floods
- Hegseth supports Sean Parnell for Army Secretary amid uncertain shortlist
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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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Missouri Supreme Court blocks Republican-leaning House map pending voter approval
September 3, 2026
11:00 pm
The Missouri Supreme Court has unanimously halted the implementation of a new Republican-leaning House map ahead of the midterm elections, ordering a statewide referendum on its validity. This decision preserves the previous map, maintaining six GOP-leaning and two Democratic-leaning districts for the November general election.
Major General Nikolai Varpakhovich in critical condition after shooting in Russia
September 3, 2026
10:00 pm
Major General Nikolai Varpakhovich is in critical condition following a suspected assassination attempt in Saratov, Russia, where he was shot while leaving his home.
Hazardous materials alert triggers evacuation at Berlin Brandenburg Airport
September 3, 2026
9:00 pm
A hazardous materials alert at Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) was triggered on Thursday evening after a woman reported carrying toxic substances in her handbag. Terminal 1 was evacuated, flight operations paused, and emergency teams are currently analysing the unknown substance amid safety concerns.
Advocates condemn US House vote to cut funding for universities boycotting Israel
September 3, 2026
8:00 pm
The US House of Representatives passed a bill penalising universities that boycott Israel, including institutions in the West Bank, in a 237-169 vote. Critics, including rights groups, assert it infringes on free speech. The legislation now requires Senate approval and the President’s signature to become law.
N.S. woman reports loss of hundreds of relatives and friends in Nepal floods
September 3, 2026
7:00 pm
A resident of Nova Scotia has reported losing hundreds of relatives and friends due to devastating flash floods in Rasuwa, Nepal. The situation remains critical as the community mourns the impact of the disaster.
Hegseth supports Sean Parnell for Army Secretary amid uncertain shortlist
September 3, 2026
5:00 pm
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has indicated that Sean Parnell is his preferred candidate for Army Secretary, according to senior officials. Parnell, currently the Pentagon spokesperson, previously served in the Army and has been recognised for his military service. The White House is seeking a successor for Dan Driscoll, who recently resigned.
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