Merz vows to press ahead with reforms after historic German state election defeat
Projections showed Merz's Christian Democratic Union won 4.9% in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania — the party's lowest result in any state since World War II.
Russia's ruling pro-Putin party on track to win wartime election after drones strike Moscow
Russia's ruling party was on track to win a parliamentary election that Putin has cast as a test of support for the war in Ukraine, partial results showed.
Trump to meet with NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani on Monday ahead of UN General Assembly
The mayor's press office said the meeting will take place at Gracie Mansion and "will focus on issues affecting New York City and New Yorkers."
Fed's Kashkari reportedly says inflation is still too high across the U.S. economy
"So even if we strip out energy, which is really volatile, and strip out food ... inflation is still too high," Kashkari told Fox News.
Bessent meets China Vice Premier He Lifeng ahead of Trump-Xi summit
Scott Bessent and China’s He Lifeng are holding talks on trade, AI and critical minerals ahead of Trump and Xi’s Sept. 24 summit.
The 'robot relations' department may become reality in workplace of the future
AI, from chatbots to humanoids and automated management systems, are being widely deployed by corporations with huge repercussions for worker pay and autonomy.
"They turn into adaptable, reasonable people who can solve problems, sustain satisfying long-term relationships and engage in meaningful work," says Lindsay C. Gibson.
AI, data center alarms dominate Congressional Black Caucus week in Washington
AI interests pro and con turned out for the Congressional Black Caucus's annual gathering in Washington as the topics — plus redistricting concerns — dominated.
U.S. urges Americans to reconsider Middle East travel as Iran tensions rise
The State Department urged Americans to reconsider Middle East travel as Houthi attacks intensify and Iran keeps the Strait of Hormuz closed.