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Monday, 21 September 2026 Daily Edition

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Monday, 21 September 2026

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The Takeaway

President Donald Trump is preparing for a summit with Chinese leader Xi, with US economic officials having held discussions with their Chinese counterparts on Sunday to establish a communication channel for addressing AI-related concerns. Meanwhile, in the Middle East, Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed to have launched attacks on sensitive sites in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, using missiles and drones, with smoke and flames observed near the city's main airport.

The United States has also issued fresh security warnings for Americans in the region, predicting potential unforeseen escalation as Trump weighs his next move in the ongoing conflict with Iran.

In the tech and finance sectors, SoftBank Group Corp has introduced over $10 billion in bonds to finance its investment in OpenAI, while the ringgit has opened mixed against major and ASEAN currencies as investors weigh the Bank of Japan's rate hike. Additionally, a prominent cybercrime collective has claimed to have seized control of a rival's dark web platform, escalating a long-standing grudge.

Russia has also held its first State Duma election since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, with the ruling party on track to retain its majority. These developments are unfolding alongside other notable events, including Meta's social networks experiencing outages for thousands of users in the US and Japan and ASEAN trade ministers agreeing to pursue a stronger economic partnership.

Written by urgent.news from the day's reporting.

AI

AI

US seeks ‘AI dialogue’ with China as officials set stage for Trump-Xi summit

NEW YORK, Sept 21 — US and Chinese economic officials discussed creating a communication channel for AI concerns a...

·malaymail.com·10 outlets

New York, September 21 - Economic officials from the United States and China engaged in discussions to establish a communication channel for addressing artificial intelligence (AI) concerns ahead of a summit of their respective top leaders. The talks, which took place at JPMorgan Chase's headquarters in New York, came as both nations grappled with fears surrounding the potential risks AI systems could pose to humanity, presenting an opportunity for cooperation despite a fierce technological rivalry.

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Tech

Tech

Hands-on with Googlebooks — Five models, the new Googlebook OS, and a Mac-style experience for Android users at premium prices

Google has detailed its new Googlebooks, five laptops combining Android and ChromeOS to make a Mac-like experience for Android users, with a ton of Gemini tacked on.

·tomshardware.com·9 outlets

Google has unveiled its line of premium laptops called Googlebooks, designed to work seamlessly with Android devices and powered by a new OS that combines elements of ChromeOS and Android. The five models, from partners including Dell, Lenovo, HP, Asus, and Acer, will be available for pre-order starting today and hitting stores on October 4 in the U.S. and October 5 in Canada, the U.K., Ireland, France, Germany, and Australia.

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Business

Business

Google is fined more than €400m by Irish regulator over its use of location data

Watchdog says users may have been unaware their information was used to target adverts or infer their interests Google has been fined more than €400m (£345m) over the way it processed users’ location data. The fine, by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission (DPC), comes after complaints from multiple European consumer organisations that Google was following every step users took. Continue reading...

·theguardian.com·10 outlets

The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) has imposed a fine of over €400 million on Google for its handling of users' location data. This substantial penalty comes after complaints from several European consumer groups who alleged that Google's use of location data was excessive and potentially breached users' privacy.

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Saudi Arabia launches national electric vehicle

Saudi company CEER, established by the kingdom’s sovereign wealth fund, has launched sedan and SUV versions under the Exobot brand. The new models are part of a broader lineup of vehicles to be launched over the next five years. The post Saudi Arabia launches national electric vehicle appeared first on ANBA News Agency .

·anba.com.br·6 outlets

Finance & Markets

Finance & Markets

Softbank Group launches over US$10 billion in bonds for OpenAI investment

The bond issuances are expected to price on Sep 24 and settle on Sep 29

·businesstimes.com.sg·9 outlets

SoftBank Group Corp has introduced US$10 billion and 1 billion euro-denominated senior unsecured notes to finance its investment in OpenAI, as per a term sheet released on Monday (Sep 21). The US dollar-denominated bonds are broken down into 3-1/2, 5-1/2, and 7-1/2 year maturities, while the euro-denominated bonds have 4 and 6 year tenors, according to the term sheet.

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World

World

‘This pushes the boundaries’: White House helped Pentagon explain the legality of its stock deals

A legal opinion reviewed by Semafor shows how the Trump administration created the rationale for government stakes in more than a half-dozen companies.

·semafor.com·15 outlets

One month prior to the Pentagon announcing its inaugural equity stake in a company, its top legal counsel sought the White House's assistance in clarifying whether the transaction would contravene the law. Unbeknownst to many, the White House budget office subsequently furnished a previously unseen legal memorandum, verified by Semafor, which sheds light on how the Trump administration rationalized one of its most contentious deployments of public funds into the private sphere.

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Russia held its first State Duma election since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Officials say the same five parties are set to return, with the ruling party on track to retain its majority.

Voting has ended in Russia’s State Duma elections, and United Russia has finished first. According to Central Election Commission figures as of 11:55 p.m. Moscow time on September 20, United Russia had won 57.19% of the vote on the federal party list, with 36.87% of precinct results counted.

·meduza.io·10 outlets

Trump sued by CNN, MS Now, Politico over White House ban

CNN, MS Now and Politico said on Monday they are suing President Donald Trump and other members of his administration to protect their rights under the US Constitution’s First Amendment after he banned the news outlets from the White House building grounds.

·scmp.com·10 outlets

Science

Science

When will El Nino hit California? Forecast for San Diego, LA and other cities

A record-strength El Nino is already here, and forecasts say California could see much more rain from December.

·hindustantimes.com·4 outlets

California is bracing for a potentially record-setting El Nino event, which scientists say could bring heavy rain, storms and flooding during the upcoming winter season. The 2026-27 El Nino is already exhibiting record-breaking strength, with forecast models predicting above-normal rainfall across the state from December through April. While some models suggest drier conditions, most indicate above-normal precipitation.

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Health & Medicine

Health & Medicine

‘Constant bombardment’ – Fans shown 65,000 junk food ads at World Cup

Football fans were shown a “constant bombardment” of advertisements promoting junk food and drinks during matches at the 2026 Fifa World Cup, according to a new study. Researchers at the University of Bristol and the University of Oxford created an AI tool to analyse ads which were visible to television viewers during live play in […]

·adomonline.com·3 outlets

During the 2026 Fifa World Cup, football fans were subjected to a "constant bombardment" of advertisements promoting junk food and drinks, according to a new study. Researchers from the University of Bristol and the University of Oxford utilized artificial intelligence to analyze advertisements visible to television viewers during the tournament's 104 matches, primarily displayed on pitchside boards and around stadiums in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.

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Culture

Culture

Who Was Presley Gerber? All About Model Cindy Crawford's 27-Year-Old Son Who Died At Rehab Facility In Los Angeles

American model and actress Cindy Crawford's 27-year-old son, Presley Gerber, has died on Sunday, September 20, at a rehabilitation facility in Los Angeles. He was the elder brother of actress and model Kaia Gerber, 25, who most recently appeared in Ryan Murphy’s The Shards. Cindy Crawford’s Son Presley Gerber Dies A representative for the family told TMZ, "The family is asking for privacy during…

·freepressjournal.in·16 outlets

Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of model Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died at a rehabilitation facility in Los Angeles. According to the Los Angeles Medical Examiner, as reported by ABC News, he died at the rehab facility, but the cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.

Presley Gerber was a model, signed by IMG Models at 15 years old, and had worked with top brands such as Calvin Klein, Celine, Moschino, and Dolce & Gabbana. He had been open about his struggles with mental health and substance abuse, including a DUI charge in 2019, and had spoken candidly about his treatment.

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Thailand lose to China in five-set Asian Games semifinal

KOMAKI, Japan — 21 September 2026, Thailand’s women’s volleyball team fought through five sets against China in the Asian Games 2026 semifinals on Monday before losing 2-3 and dropping into the bronze-medal playoff. The semifinal was held at Park Arena Komaki in Japan, with Thailand facing China for a place in the final.

·khaosodenglish.com·6 outlets

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