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- 1Powerful storm floods US Northeast, cuts powerβPowerful storm floods US Northeast, causes power outages
A powerful storm has swept through the northeastern United States, bringing flooding and widespread power outages. News outlets including Al Jazeera are reporting on the damage as residents contend with inundated streets and interrupted electricity service. Further details on injuries, evacuation orders, and the storm's track were not immediately available.
- 2Americans Set to Lose Access to Canadian Prescription DrugsβAmericans Are About to Lose Access to Prescriptions from Canada
US Customs is moving to block Americans from importing prescription drugs from Canada, according to a Wall Street Journal report. Many Americans have long relied on Canadian pharmacies for cheaper medications, and the change would cut off that access. The move is drawing attention from patients and advocates concerned about rising drug costs in the United States.
- 3One dead as nor'easter batters New York and New JerseyβOne dead as nor'easter storm pummels New York and New Jersey
A powerful nor'easter storm has struck New York and New Jersey, killing one person. The storm brought damaging winds, heavy rain and coastal flooding across the region, disrupting transport and knocking out power in some areas. Authorities are urging residents to stay indoors as conditions continue, with emergency crews responding to weather-related incidents.
- 4Experts warn Trump allies could disrupt midterm vote countingβTrump allies could use midterms βcounting windowβ to disrupt results, experts warn
Election experts warn that allies of Donald Trump positioned in key US states could exploit the period when midterm votes are being counted to amplify false claims and disrupt the certification of results. Fears are growing that loyalists could repeat tactics seen after the 2020 election, when unfounded fraud allegations undermined public confidence in the outcome.
- 5Rising sea destroys California homes and beachesβRising sea destroys homes, erases beaches in California
Coastal erosion driven by rising seas is destroying homes and wiping out beaches along the California coast, and officials warn conditions will worsen in the years ahead as sea levels continue to climb. The story highlights the growing threat climate change poses to coastal communities and infrastructure in the state.
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The US Energy Information Administration projects that solar power generation in Texas will overtake coal-fired generation in 2026. The forecast reflects rapid solar capacity additions across the state and continued declines in coal output. It would mark a significant milestone in the shift of the Texas grid, one of the largest power markets in the country, away from fossil fuels.
- 7Next-generation geothermal energy poised to displace fossil fuels in the USβNext-generation geothermal energy systems are coming for your fossil fuels... https:// cleantechnica.com/2026/09/26/g eo
A CleanTechnica article argues that next-generation geothermal energy systems are emerging as a serious rival to fossil fuels in the United States. The piece links the technology's growth to US energy policy and its potential as a sustainable, renewable power source, drawing attention from clean energy commentators online.
- 8Cuvo Health Report Finds Most US States Restrict Corporate Practice of MedicineβCuvo Health Publishes 2026 State-by-State Virtual Clinic Compliance Report: 33 of 51 Jurisdictions Restrict the Corporate Practice of Medicine
Cuvo Health has released its 2026 state-by-state compliance report on virtual clinics, finding that 33 of 51 US jurisdictions restrict the corporate practice of medicine. The report maps how these rules affect telehealth companies operating across state lines, where business entities are often barred from employing physicians directly.
- 9States compete to host a US Space AcademyβThese states are scrambling to become home to a US Space Academy
Several US states are lobbying to be chosen as the home of a proposed national Space Academy, competing to attract the institution and the jobs, investment and prestige that would come with it. The competition has turned into a contest between state officials pitching their locations as the natural centre for training the country's future space workforce.
- 10America trails on memory chips as tariffs add pressureβAmerica Is Behind on Memory Chipsβand Tariffs Threaten to Make Things Harder
The United States remains dependent on foreign suppliers for advanced memory chips, and new tariffs could raise costs and complicate efforts to build domestic capacity. The report argues that while Washington pushes semiconductor self-sufficiency, memory manufacturing remains concentrated abroad, and trade barriers risk making supply chains more expensive and fragile rather than stronger.
- 11Robot makers race to secure humanoid training dataβRobot makers race to secure humanoid training data in US, China and Korea
Robotics companies in the United States, China and Korea are competing to secure training data for their humanoid robots, according to a news report. The race highlights how access to large, high-quality datasets is becoming a key battleground in the development of humanoids, alongside hardware and AI models.
- 12Dollar firms as US-Iran tensions lift oil and Fed betsβDollar firms as US-Iran tensions lift oil, hawkish Fed bets build
The US dollar strengthened as escalating tensions between the United States and Iran pushed oil prices higher, fuelling expectations that the Federal Reserve will keep interest rates elevated for longer. Rising energy costs add to inflation concerns, prompting traders to price in a more hawkish Fed stance, with currency and commodity markets moving together on the geopolitical risk.
- 13Trump decides against joining Saudi strikes on Houthisβ'ENORMOUS MISTAKE': Trump decides AGAINST joining Saudi strikes against Houthis
Donald Trump has decided that the United States will not join Saudi-led strikes against the Houthis in Yemen. Critics are calling the decision an 'enormous mistake', arguing it weakens the response to Houthi attacks and undermines ties with Saudi Arabia. Supporters counter that stepping back from another Middle East conflict is the right call, and the choice is drawing sharp reaction across the political spectrum.
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New software tools are making it easier for United States e-commerce sellers to enter European markets, according to an E-Commerce Times report. The tools are said to lower barriers such as logistics, compliance and cross-border payments, letting smaller merchants sell to European customers. Details on which tools and companies are involved were not provided.
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News outlets are publishing photo galleries documenting a nor'easter that struck in September 2026, an unusually early storm for the season. The images show coastal flooding, heavy rain and strong winds affecting communities along the northeastern United States seaboard. Viewers are following the coverage to see storm damage and conditions in their local areas.
- 16California colleges adapt as AI reshapes higher educationβAI is changing higher education. Hereβs how California schools are responding
California universities and colleges are adjusting to the rapid spread of artificial intelligence in classrooms, according to the Sacramento Bee. Schools in the state are developing policies and programs on how to handle AI tools in teaching, coursework and student assessment. The report highlights how one of the largest public higher education systems in the US is responding to a technology that is changing how students learn and how instructors teach.
- 17US iPhone buyers can claim up to $95 over delayed smarter SiriβApple promised a smarter Siri, and US iPhone buyers can now claim up to $95 back
Apple is paying out up to $95 to iPhone buyers in the United States after its much-publicised promise of a smarter, AI-powered Siri failed to materialise on schedule. Eligible US customers can now file claims for the payout, and coverage is walking them through the process as the company faces criticism over unfulfilled artificial intelligence features.
- 18Bitcoin falls below $84,000 amid US-Iiran tensionsβBitcoin dips below $84K amid US-Iran tensions b...
Bitcoin has dropped below $84,000 as geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran weigh on markets. The decline adds to recent pressure on cryptocurrencies, with investors seeking safer assets amid fears of escalation in the Middle East. Traders are watching whether Bitcoin continues to act as a risk asset rather than a safe haven during the standoff.
- 19New fuel cell technology could ease pressure on US power gridβTodayβs Tech: New fuel cell technology could help ease pressure on U.S. power grid
A new fuel cell technology is being reported as a possible way to relieve growing strain on the United States power grid. Rising electricity demand from data centres and electrification has put grid reliability in the spotlight, and fuel cells are being discussed as a cleaner, distributed source of backup and supplemental power.
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South Korean retail group Shinsegae is launching a K-Beauty retail platform aimed at the United States market, according to Global Cosmetics News. The move signals Shinsegae's ambition to capitalise on surging American demand for Korean skincare and cosmetics, joining a wave of Korean beauty companies and distributors expanding internationally as K-Beauty continues to gain mainstream popularity among US consumers.