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Estonian police hunt three men after fatal mass brawl in Kohtla-Järve
A 21-year-old man died following a mass brawl in the Estonian town of Kohtla-Järve on Sunday, and police are now searching for three men believed to have been involved.
ERR News · 15 Sept, 08:44
Heir to Thai Beer Empire Publicly Accuses Brother of Sexual Abuse
Siranudh Scott, an heir to Thailand's Singha beer empire, has publicly accused his brother of sexual abuse and confronted his wider family, sparking a rare public reckoning over a topic long considered taboo in the country.
The New York Times · 15 Sept, 07:51
European Commission unveils package to ease cross-border work within the EU
The European Commission has launched a Fair Labour Mobility Package aimed at removing bureaucratic barriers that make it hard for Europeans to work in another EU country. The move comes as NATO allies debate a tougher response to Russian hybrid attacks and the EU still hasn't ended its twice-yearly clock changes.
Politico Europe · 15 Sept, 07:50
US Supreme Court blocks Trump's mail-in ballot restrictions before midterms
The US Supreme Court on Monday rejected President Donald Trump's bid to impose new restrictions on mail-in voting just weeks before the November midterm elections. The ruling allows states to keep using their existing mail-ballot procedures.
Euronews · 15 Sept, 07:46
US House committee advances late Senator Graham's Russia sanctions bill
A US House committee has approved a bipartisan Senate-passed bill to toughen sanctions on Russia, co-authored by the late Senator Lindsey Graham, clearing the way for a floor vote this week.
Pravda — ziņas · 15 Sept, 07:45
Kim Jong Un vows to deepen cooperation with Russia, backs its war effort
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un told Vladimir Putin in a letter that he is confident of Russia's victory and pledged unwavering support for Moscow. The statement comes amid deepening military cooperation between Russia and North Korea.
Pravda — ziņas · 15 Sept, 06:52
US Courts and Democratic-Led States Challenge Trump Immigration Restrictions
The Trump administration has suffered a double legal setback as both courts and Democratic-led states move against new restrictions on visas and green cards. The challenges signal growing institutional pushback against the administration's immigration agenda.
Al Jazeera · 15 Sept, 06:51
Germany's education system in crisis as minister points to early childhood and screen time
A new education report confirms Germany's schools continue to decline following shocking PISA results, with the education minister citing early childhood development and screen time as key factors.
Politico Europe · 15 Sept, 06:46
China tightens exit restrictions on citizens
New Chinese rules that took effect this week allow authorities to bar citizens from leaving the country for up to three years if they are deemed to have harmed national security abroad. Critics say the measures expand Beijing's power to control citizens' activities overseas.
BBC World · 15 Sept, 06:46
Russia to lift 30-year restriction on civilian gas mask sales in 2027
Russia will allow unrestricted sales of certified civilian gas masks, including children's models, starting March 2027 — the first such move in over three decades. Authorities cite a need for better quality oversight in the market.
Meduza · 15 Sept, 05:50
Sweden's election remains too close to call as left holds narrow lead
With most votes counted in Sweden's parliamentary election, the opposition left bloc leads by only a handful of seats over a right-wing alliance that includes the far-right Sweden Democrats, after a late surge on the right made the race far tighter than exit polls suggested.
Politico Europe · 15 Sept, 05:45
Viral video of car ramming woman biker sparks India police probe
Indian police have opened an investigation after a woman motorcyclist posted video showing a car ramming her bike. The clip went viral online and reignited debate about road rage in the country.
Al Jazeera · 15 Sept, 05:44
Air raid alert declared in Kyiv and several Ukrainian regions over drone threat
An air raid alert was declared in Kyiv and several regions of Ukraine overnight on September 15 due to a drone attack threat. Ukraine's Air Force reported jet-powered drones heading toward the capital.
Pravda — ziņas · 15 Sept, 05:43
Ukraine weighs tougher speeding fines as road deaths remain stubbornly high
Ukraine's parliament is set to debate two bills this week that would sharply raise fines for speeding, as road crashes continue to kill roughly 3,000–3,500 people annually. Experts say fines alone won't solve the problem without changes to road infrastructure.
Ukrainska Pravda · 15 Sept, 05:43
Poll: Le Pen could win first round of France's presidential election
A new poll shows Marine Le Pen could secure around a third of the vote in the first round of France's 2027 presidential election, putting her ahead of rivals. The survey also reveals widespread voter discontent with the country's situation.
Jauns.lv · 15 Sept, 04:52
Russian independent media Telegram channels flooded with suspicious new followers
Several independent Russian news outlets, including Meduza, are reporting a sudden and apparently artificial surge in Telegram subscribers. It remains unclear who is behind the phenomenon, though some suggest a link to the upcoming State Duma elections.
Meduza · 15 Sept, 04:51
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Meghan's Instagram video shows family's everyday life in England
Meghan has posted an Instagram video showing family moments with Prince Harry in England, featuring their two children and family dogs.
TVNET · 15 Sept, 04:48
Russia resumes resupplying military bases in Syria under new deal with Damascus
Russia has begun resupplying its military bases in Syria for the first time since reaching a new agreement with Damascus, preserving its military foothold in the Mediterranean.
Al Jazeera · 15 Sept, 04:48
Houthi advances leave Trump facing only difficult options
Military gains by the Houthi movement in Yemen, combined with new oil supply disruptions pushing global prices higher, are forcing Washington toward a decision on further involvement that it appears reluctant to make.
Politico Europe · 15 Sept, 04:47
Trump calls warnings of AI "taking over the world" a hoax
US President Donald Trump dismissed claims that artificial intelligence is about to take over the world, calling them a fabrication. He compared the claims to other issues he considers similarly overstated.
Pravda — ziņas · 15 Sept, 04:44
Newsom says he won't run for president in 2028 if Harris does
California Governor Gavin Newsom said he will not seek the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination if former Vice-President Kamala Harris runs. Both are seen as leading establishment contenders for the party's next primary.
The Guardian World · 15 Sept, 04:43
Tuesday brings mostly clear skies in Estonia, temperatures up to +19
Estonia can expect mainly dry weather with light cloud cover on Tuesday, 15 September, as daytime temperatures rise to around +19 degrees.
ERR (rus) · 15 Sept, 03:50
Ukraine appoints Konstantin Humeniuk as new Medical Forces commander
President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a decree appointing Konstantin Humeniuk as commander of the Ukrainian Armed Forces' Medical Forces, replacing Anatoliy Kazmirchuk, who was dismissed from the post.
Ukrainska Pravda · 15 Sept, 03:50
Zelensky appoints Kostiantyn Humeniuk as new commander of Ukraine's Medical Forces
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signed a decree appointing Kostiantyn Humeniuk as commander of the Armed Forces' Medical Forces, replacing Anatolii Kazmirchuk, who was dismissed by a separate decree.
Pravda — ziņas · 15 Sept, 03:49
US Supreme Court rejects Trump's mail ballot restrictions for midterms
The US Supreme Court has for now rejected the Trump administration's attempt to impose new mail ballot restrictions ahead of the midterm elections. The ruling allows states to keep sending mail ballots under their existing procedures.
The Guardian World · 15 Sept, 03:46
Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Bid to Restrict Mail-In Voting Ahead of Midterms
The US Supreme Court voted 7-2 to uphold a lower court injunction blocking new USPS rules that would have restricted who can receive mail-in ballots before November's midterms. The ruling marks another legal setback for President Trump.
Wired · 15 Sept, 03:44
Geneva talks test durability of Rwanda-DRC peace agreement
Talks are underway in Geneva to assess the Rwanda-DRC peace agreement, taking place as fighting continues and disputes persist over implementing key security commitments.
Al Jazeera · 15 Sept, 03:43
Russian missile strike hits Izium in Kharkiv region, four people injured
Russian armed forces carried out a missile strike on the city of Izium in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, injuring four people.
Pravda — ziņas · 15 Sept, 02:49
US EPA scraps climate rules for power generation
The US Environmental Protection Agency has eliminated climate-related regulations governing the country's power generation sector. The announcement coincided with an energy-focused G20 gathering taking place in Houston.
Politico Europe · 15 Sept, 02:49
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Kremlin propagandists call Trump envoys' visits a "special diplomatic operation"
Russian state propagandists last week gleefully described the Moscow and Kyiv visits by US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner as a "special diplomatic operation" - echoing the Kremlin's own term for the war.
Apollo.lv · 15 Sept, 02:49
Kremlin backs Trump's call for Ukraine to stop hitting Russian oil refineries, dodges question on reciprocity
The Kremlin said it welcomes Trump's call for Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian oil refineries, but declined to say whether Russia would stop striking Ukrainian economic infrastructure in return.
Meduza · 15 Sept, 02:48
Zelensky: Ukraine ready to de-escalate if Russia halts strikes
President Zelensky said Ukraine is ready to de-escalate the war if Russia reciprocates a mutual halt on energy infrastructure strikes, after Trump announced both sides had agreed to stop hitting energy targets.
France 24 · 15 Sept, 02:46
Von der Leyen reverses course, will attend Carney's Parliament speech
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has reversed her earlier decision and will now attend Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's address to the European Parliament, after news of her planned absence sparked criticism from lawmakers.
Politico Europe · 15 Sept, 01:51
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Lukashenko orders check on army's mobilization readiness
Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko visited a military training ground in the Brest region and ordered a comprehensive review of the armed forces, including assessing mobilization capabilities. The statement has raised questions about its underlying motives.
TVNET · 15 Sept, 01:50
Texas landowners sue to halt Trump border wall construction
Landowners in Texas have gone to court seeking to stop border wall construction in the Big Bend region, backed by Indigenous groups and environmentalists. Opponents point to the fact that the area accounts for only about 1 percent of all border arrests.
Al Jazeera · 15 Sept, 01:49
US Space Force confirms nation has weapons deployed in orbit
The US Space Force has officially confirmed for the first time that the United States has space control weapons in orbit, usable for both offensive and defensive purposes. The statement comes amid growing rivalry with China and Russia in space.
Euronews · 15 Sept, 01:48