Situations.

The bigger stories. Each gathers every development inside it, so you can see where things started and where they are now.

Trend compares developments in the last 7 days with the 7 days before.

• Legal battles are underway in Wisconsin and North Carolina as Donald Trump attempts to limit mail-in voting, with the cases heading to the Supreme Court.

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  Latest OpenAI, along with Oregon and other entities, is involved in a push for mandatory national AI safety requirements and federal regulation. Sunday

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  17 developments in 30 days

• Netanyahu coordinates moves with political allies and seeks control over Likud's candidate list.

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  Latest Maariv published polls showing that Likud gained seats and the seat gap for Benjamin Netanyahu narrowed. Sunday

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  17 developments in 30 days, since June

• Adverse effects are impacting fuel prices and markets, while public satisfaction regarding governance issues is being monitored.

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  Latest US-India trade talks are underway, with discussions held in New York regarding the potential India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement. Saturday

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  17 developments in 30 days, since June

• A conference was held in the Turkistan region on June 20, 2026, where the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) was formed, including Azerbaijan and Kyrgyzstan as members.

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  Latest Aliyev announced Azerbaijan's energy potential and Movsumov discussed investment policy. Saturday

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  17 developments in 30 days, since June

• Palau is hosting the 55th Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting and COP31.

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  Latest Palau chaired a meeting in New York on September 26, 2026. Saturday

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  17 developments in 30 days, since June

• A governance debate is gaining prominence in Malawi.

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  Latest Systemic corruption is compromising public service delivery in Malawi. Saturday

  Malawi

  17 developments in 30 days, since August

• The G20 finance track meeting is underway in Asheville, attracting national media attention as the state focuses on regional recovery.

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  Latest David Zervos joins the Treasury as Counselor amid G20 push to sever Iran's economic lifelines. Monday

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  16 developments in 30 days, since August

• Trump heads to Dallas for a convention as Republicans fight for House control and foreign policy issues affect his standing.

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  Latest Trump proposed a dividend tied to Congress control during his Dallas convention. Monday

  Donald TrumpKamala HarrisRepublicans

  16 developments in 30 days

• Uzbekistan is a leading investment hub in Central Asia. Tashkent serves as the capital of Uzbekistan.

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  Latest Uzbekistan opened a production complex in the Tashkent region. Monday

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  16 developments in 30 days, since June

• Saudi Arabia is strategically transforming its economic relations, leveraging partnerships to support economic diversification efforts in line with Vision 2030, including coordination in oil markets.

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  Latest Saudi Arabia and Kearney co-developed the Beyond Tourism initiative. Sep 25

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  16 developments in 30 days, since June

• While in India, the G20 summit is underway, with leaders discussing global economic trends, including the impact of war and pushes for increased lending power.

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  Latest India's finance minister, Goyal, is advancing the India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement through engagements in New York and Chicago, while participating in the G20 in Milwaukee. Monday

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  15 developments in 30 days, since July

• Commentary from the Center for European Policy Analysis addresses the ongoing wars in Ukraine and Iran and their future.

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  Latest Anti-immigrant parties are gaining ground in Europe. Monday

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  15 developments in 30 days, since June

• Global markets reacted to inflation and central bank rate hikes as Israel conducted military strikes in Lebanon amid ongoing tensions with Iran.

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  Latest Israeli actions in southern Lebanon, including strikes on Sidon, are underway, amidst blame placed on Hezbollah for initiating the conflict and the alleged assassination of Ali Khamenei. Monday

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  15 developments in 30 days, since June

• Geopolitical tensions between Canada and U.S. are discussed, alongside the impact of the war in Iran on gas prices and inflation.

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  Latest Trump's war with Iran has led to the closure of shipping routes, while Canada possesses vital natural resources needed by Europe. Sep 25

  Donald Trump

  15 developments in 30 days, since June

• Pakistan faces consistent cross-border terrorism and violence.

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  Latest Pakistan shifts security doctrine and conducts military operations against cross-border terror targets. Monday

  Pakistan

  14 developments in 30 days, since July

• Reform UK is planning to run Britain based on the model of how Trump runs the US, while also facing scrutiny over its connections to extremist views.

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  Latest Record donations from crypto-billionaires are being made to Reform UK. Sunday

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  14 developments in 30 days, since June

• The region includes various case studies of intervention, with the US and allies defining geopolitical patterns in the Middle East, involving Iraq, Afghanistan, and Libya.

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  Latest Book details NZ's involvement in Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. Saturday

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  14 developments in 30 days, since June

• Severe weather prompts utility mobilization across the state of Michigan.

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  Latest Tornado crosses river from city limits. Saturday

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  14 developments in 30 days, since June

• Trump advisers are monitoring the level of GOP control within the Capitol Hill environment.

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  Latest Trump administration and allies in Congress targeted a specific sector. Saturday

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  14 developments in 30 days, since August

• The Republican National Convention was held in Dallas, Texas, with discussions focusing on how the midterms affect governance in Texas.

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  Latest Midterm convention held in Dallas, Texas. Sep 25

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  14 developments in 30 days

• Donald Trump proposed renaming Lake Ontario to Lake America amid intensifying trade disputes.

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  Latest Trump proposed renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America', and Congressional bills were introduced to block the change. Sep 25

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  14 developments in 30 days, since August

• China is focusing on market development for BRICS, sharing expertise on carbon market design.

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  Latest During the BRICS summit hosted by India, concerns are rising about China's growing influence and the potential for it to exploit the Dalai Lama succession issue. Monday

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  13 developments in 30 days, since June

• The US imposed an oil blockade and sanctions on Cuba while simultaneously exploring possible improvements in bilateral relations.

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  Latest Lavrov criticized the US policy regarding the Iranian situation and the fuel blockade on Cuba. Saturday

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  13 developments in 30 days, since June

• Both Anthropic and OpenAI are currently facing major AI safety risks.

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  Latest OpenAI must ensure adherence to national interests and mitigate risks associated with independent AI action. Saturday

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  13 developments in 30 days, since August

• Federal government approved the concessioning of King's College in Lagos, Nigeria.

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  Latest Federal Government paused the concession review for King's College. Monday

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  12 developments in 30 days, since July

• BJP and Congress Party face allegations of indiscipline and internal conflict among office-bearers.

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  Latest Education Minister resigns amid NEET paper leak controversy. Sunday

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  12 developments in 30 days, since June

• Karen Bass is facing criticism that she is presiding over a state of civic collapse in Los Angeles, citing unaccounted spending and infrastructure decay.

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  Latest Protest die-in at Grand Park and open letter received by Mayor Bass and City Council. Saturday

  Karen BassLos Angeles

  12 developments in 30 days, since July

• The review of fiscal devolution is underway in England, with expert opinion sought on tax power distribution.

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  Latest ASI study highlights that devolution proposals are increasing financial risk for local government in England. Saturday

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  12 developments in 30 days, since June

• Agencies including the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Philippine Coast Guard, and PNP deployed on June 1st to support regional election security.

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  Latest High-level review meetings are underway in Kuala Lumpur to outline post-election transition steps for the Bangsamoro region, involving the Philippine government. Sep 25

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  12 developments in 30 days, since June

• The administration is reportedly pushing to modify exhibits at National Park Service sites, including the historic President's House in Philadelphia.

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  Latest Donald Trump is hosting a visit to the National Archives. Sep 25

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  12 developments in 30 days, since June