The body of Neil Gehring, a 26-year-old hiker, was found in Olympic National Park nearly two weeks after he went missing. Search teams located him on the northwest slope of Mount Appleton using cellphone location data. Gehring had set out for an overnight trip on Aug. 31 and was reported overdue the following morning.
Ed Sheeran is facing backlash after an Irish radio station announced it would no longer play his music due to the controversy surrounding Macklemore's removal from his U.S. tour. The decision follows Macklemore's performance advocating for Palestine, which led to his removal after pressure from venue owners. Pro-Palestine groups are planning a protest at Sheeran's upcoming concert in Philadelphia.
Oman's Sohar port is becoming a key location for ship-to-ship oil transfers as Saudi Arabia seeks alternatives to export oil amid disruptions caused by the Houthi attacks on its East-West pipeline. The Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed, prompting increased reliance on these transfers, which involve direct exchanges of cargo at sea. Recent data indicates a significant rise in the volume of oil being transferred in this manner, despite the associated risks and inefficiencies.
Three adults in Lumpkin County, Georgia, have been charged after they forcibly entered a school bus to remove children, claiming they were locked inside without air conditioning. Investigators found the children were on the bus for only 14 to 15 minutes and had been misbehaving prior to the incident. The driver was not charged with any crime, and the investigation remains open.
Russians will vote from September 18 to 20 in parliamentary elections for the State Duma, the first since the invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The ruling party, United Russia, is expected to maintain its majority amid economic challenges and military actions. Other parties, including the Communist Party and the Liberal Democratic Party, are also anticipated to play significant roles in the elections.
Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay expressed a desire to avoid playing in Australia again after the team's loss to the 49ers. Despite the positive atmosphere, he humorously suggested wanting to forget the game. Players, including quarterback Matthew Stafford and receiver Davante Adams, downplayed the impact of travel on their performance as they prepare for their next game against the Giants.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung confirmed that South Korea will facilitate talks between the US and North Korea while ruling out troop deployment to the Strait of Hormuz. Lee emphasized the importance of dialogue and stated that South Korea will take necessary actions to protect its shipping routes without engaging in military conflict.
A driver has been charged with murder following a collision with a Los Angeles city bus that resulted in two fatalities. Prosecutors indicated that the driver was under the influence of drugs at the time of the incident.
A shopping centre in Zaporizhzhia, southeastern Ukraine, was struck by a Russian missile, leading to a major fire. The incident occurred on September 18, 2026.
Health officials reported a second death linked to Legionnaires’ disease in the South Bronx, with at least 14 cases confirmed and 11 requiring hospitalization. Preliminary testing identified Legionella bacteria in 10 cooling towers, prompting immediate disinfection efforts. Officials urge individuals with flu-like symptoms who visited specific ZIP codes to seek medical treatment.
Konstantinos “Kosta” Diamantis, a former senior budget official for Connecticut, has fled to Greece ahead of his sentencing for corruption charges. Convicted of extorting bribes from contractors, he faces a potential prison sentence of over 10 years. His extradition to the US is uncertain due to Greek laws regarding the extradition of nationals.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned NATO allies of potential hybrid attacks from Russia targeting European nations supporting Ukraine. He highlighted the risk of staged incidents designed to disrupt NATO's response and emphasized the use of advanced drones by Russia. Tusk plans to meet with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to discuss defense strategies, while former President Trump noted progress on establishing a US Army base in Poland.
An anonymous player in Illinois has claimed a $1.04 billion Powerball jackpot after purchasing a single $2 ticket. The winner opted for a one-time cash payout of $450.5 million, which will be reduced by taxes to approximately $283.8 million. The winning ticket was purchased at a Hy-Vee convenience store in Quincy, Illinois.
Images on social media suggest some gas stations are out of diesel as prices rise, but industry data does not indicate widespread shortages. Patrick De Haan from GasBuddy cautioned that reports of outages should be viewed cautiously, as individual stations may temporarily run short due to local demand or delivery delays. The national average price for diesel reached $6.285 per gallon on September 14, a significant increase from the previous year.
Rep. María Elvira Salazar criticized President Trump's immigration enforcement policies in a campaign ad, stating they have gone too far and that his Latino supporters feel betrayed. She highlighted that a significant percentage of those detained had no criminal record and called for a more compassionate approach to immigration. Trump's endorsement of Salazar continues despite declining support among Hispanic voters for his administration's policies.
Lower-income Americans are facing challenges due to rising borrowing costs and reduced purchasing power. These economic conditions could potentially impact their voting decisions in future elections.
The Buffalo Bills won their first regular-season game at Highmark Stadium, defeating the Detroit Lions 41-31 on September 17, 2026. Quarterback Josh Allen threw three touchdown passes and ran for two, while the Lions struggled with injuries and offensive line issues.
Researchers have identified a new species of tiger cat, named Leopardus tilcayo, in Bolivia's cloud forests, marking the first new living cat species described in over a century. The cat, smaller than a domestic cat, exhibits distinct genetic characteristics and has been found to be part of a group of five genetically distinct tiger cat species in South America.
The Archbishop of Canterbury's office has withdrawn an interfaith award from Muslim cleric Maulana Hafiz Muhammad Tahir Mehmood Ashrafi after past comments praising Osama bin Laden resurfaced. The award was initially given for Ashrafi's support of religious minorities in Pakistan, but the Archbishop's office reconsidered the decision following the emergence of these comments.
A helicopter crash in Chatsworth on Tuesday night resulted in the deaths of two NBC4 crew members and a man on the ground. Newly released video shows the helicopter losing altitude before crashing, and federal investigators are looking into potential mechanical failure. A vigil was held to honor the victims.
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