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.

• Policy leaders in multiple states are addressing data centers: Shapiro requires local approval in PA, Abbott pauses in TX, and Hobbs pauses tax breaks in AZ.

  Cooling off

  Latest Newsom introduced comprehensive data center protections. Sep 23

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  14 developments in 30 days, since August

• Donald Trump discussed the possibility of Venezuela becoming a US state, coinciding with reports of Nicolás Maduro's capture and economic changes.

  Cooling off

  Latest Maduro was captured by US forces, while Ben Saul assessed the legality of the strikes. Sep 22

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  13 developments in 30 days, since June

• Manufacturers must adapt to evolving engine regulations as the governing body sets technical standards for Formula 1.

  Cooling off

  Latest Fernando Alonso purchased the Pagani Zonda Diamante Verde, commissioning the most expensive one-off model, utilizing an Aston Martin contract. Sep 24

  12 developments in 30 days, since June

• Trump demands the Senate take action on his priorities, but Senate leadership is refusing to move on his proposals.

  Cooling off

  Latest Senators vote on a resolution to halt Trump's military action, alongside his address to the UN. Sep 24

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  12 developments in 30 days, since June

• War between the US and Iran concluded after negotiations mediated by Qatar, resulting in deaths in Lebanon and Israel.

  Cooling off

  Latest The EU is concerned about disruptions in Hormuz and is negotiating strategic partnership talks with Bahrain and Saudi Arabia. Sep 24

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  12 developments in 30 days, since June

• South Sudan is engaging with the African Union, while NEC manages electoral preparations for the country.

  Cooling off

  Latest South Sudan's president gave unlawful assent to unconstitutional amendments on September 1, 2026. Sep 23

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  12 developments in 30 days, since June

• ICE agents were reported operating in Houston and involved in events in Austin.

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  Latest The aftermath of an ICE officer shooting in Austin is leading to evidence requests from Garza's office, citing cases in multiple locations including Minnesota and Houston. Sep 23

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  12 developments in 30 days, since July

• US-Iran tensions led to air strikes, while leadership used media to promote military recruitment and shared aggressive messaging on military strength.

  Cooling off

  Latest Trump administration decided on airstrikes against Houthis as Houthi advances threaten global shipping. Sep 22

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  12 developments in 30 days, since July

• Roy Cooper is running for United States Senate in North Carolina, campaigning in local areas and emphasizing education and Medicaid expansion.

  Cooling off

  Latest Trump attacks Cooper's record in the Senate race. Sep 22

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  12 developments in 30 days, since June

• Macroeconomic issues in Nigeria are being discussed, including how Tinubu's policies affected debt revaluation, while Obasanjo reduced the national debt burden and Naira depreciation impacted external debt.

  Cooling off

  Latest FTSE Russell reclassified Nigeria to a frontier market and affirmed its stable outlook. Sep 22

  NigeriaOlusegun ObasanjoBola Ahmed TinubuMuhammadu Buhari

  12 developments in 30 days, since June

• India and Japan formalized their strategic partnership, aiming to contribute to a free, open, secure, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region.

  Cooling off

  Latest Sanjay Bansal participated in a delegation meeting with Piyush Goyal. Sep 22

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  12 developments in 30 days, since June

• The Kremlin was accused of attempting to influence elections in German states, while a strategic airport serves as a NATO logistics hub.

  Cooling off

  Latest Putin threatens to force NATO to abandon support for Ukraine. Sep 24

  KremlinNATO

  11 developments in 30 days, since August

• PCC addresses border issues and migrant protests, representing concerns regarding island coastlines in Hampshire.

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  Latest New reports of beach landings near Falmouth and government site searches in Hampshire. Sep 24

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  11 developments in 30 days

• Global oil market dynamics are being shaped by divergent views on demand forecasts, US policy shifts under the Trump administration, slower EV uptake in Europe, and major export cuts from Gulf producers due to the Iran war.

  Cooling off

  Latest The International Energy Agency and DNV are modeling global energy demand amidst geopolitical tensions and policy shifts affecting the global energy market. Sep 24

  Organization of the Petroleum Exporting CountriesInternational Energy AgencyDonald TrumpEurope

  11 developments in 30 days, since June

• Impeachment proceedings have been initiated by the lower house against the Vice President, involving the House of Representatives.

  Cooling off

  Latest COA flagged control and documentation deficiencies in OVP's relief operations. Sep 24

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  11 developments in 30 days, since June

• India's National Stock Exchange (NSE) is attracting international investors, including Morgan Stanley and Singapore's Temasek, while aiming to become a top global bourse.

  Cooling off

  Latest NSE IPO performance is being analyzed, surpassing LIC but falling short of Hyundai's record. Sep 24

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  11 developments in 30 days, since June

• The UK is considering requests for military and diplomatic aid regarding the ongoing conflict in the Red Sea, which has been ongoing since 2022.

  Cooling off

  Latest Military aid targets Iran-backed Houthi rebels. Sep 23

  Andy BurnhamSaudi ArabiaHouthis

  11 developments in 30 days

• A new project focuses on regional cooperation and resilience among Central Asian states.

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  Latest Combined training exercise Ak Shumkar II marked the 30th anniversary of the partnership between Kyrgyzstan and the Air National Guard. Sep 23

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  11 developments in 30 days, since August

• Several prominent political figures, including Kamala Harris, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and Gavin Newsom, discussed their potential future presidential ambitions.

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  Latest Political commentators Reid Hoffman and the New York Times covered recent statements regarding Kamala Harris and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. Sep 22

  Kamala HarrisAlexandria Ocasio-CortezGavin Newsom

  11 developments in 30 days, since June

• Jackson is backed by Sanders for governor, capitalizing on the withdrawal of Graham Platner from the Maine Senate race.

  Cooling off

  Latest Troy Jackson acknowledged Graham Platner's supporters at an event during the Senate race. Sep 22

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  11 developments in 30 days, since July

• UK economic plans are being constrained by global turmoil, including Middle East conflicts and the impact of Donald Trump's war, while domestic policy debates continue between Reeves, Burnham, and Healey.

  Cooling off

  Latest PM meets President Trump in New York amid global economic fallout impacting UK budget and John Healey facing expert pressure. Sep 22

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  11 developments in 30 days

• JB Pritzker serves as the chief executive of the state of Illinois while publicly debating leadership failures regarding crime.

  Cooling off

  Latest Bailey is campaigning in Illinois with the goal of flipping the state red in November. Sep 22

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  11 developments in 30 days, since June

• Major AI companies are competing fiercely for compute market share, driving high valuations in the advanced computing hardware sector.

  Cooling off

  Latest Google secured a six-year, $120 billion contract, supplying components for Amazon's AI data centers. Sep 21

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  11 developments in 30 days

• Barack Obama presided over a multimillion-dollar renovation project at the Lincoln Memorial, which utilized Potomac River water.

  Cooling off

  Latest ATCO is supporting Canada's northern operations and providing life-support services at Crystal City. Sep 21

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  11 developments in 30 days, since June

• President Prabowo Subianto sacked the finance minister and appointed Suahasil Nazara as Deputy Finance Minister.

  Cooling off

  Latest The Directorate General of Customs and Excise urges officials to grasp the broader economic landscape and appoints leadership focused on risk-based oversight. Sep 21

  Prabowo SubiantoSuahasil Nazara

  11 developments in 30 days

• A legislative process involving the House, Senate, and Donald Trump is underway, detailing the required approval sequence.

  Cooling off

  Latest Successful passage and signing of the Great American Outdoors Act. Sep 21

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  11 developments in 30 days, since June

• Trump considers tariffs on Chinese and Indian oil buyers, while Graham and Europe push for sanctions against the Kremlin.

  Cooling off

  Latest Trump seeks to pressure China regarding Iran amid global price hikes caused by the Iran conflict. Sep 24

  Donald TrumpKremlinEuropeLindsey Graham

  10 developments in 30 days, since July

• Europe and Germany are facing industrial shifts, with the Volkswagen Group being involved in the changes.

  Cooling off

  Latest Drought is reducing hydro production in Austria, Germany, and France, impacting EU electricity mix. Sep 24

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  10 developments in 30 days, since June

• Both Europe and Nepal are facing severe climate-induced disasters, reflecting the impact of global climate breakdown.

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  Latest While co-hosting COP31 in Antalya, António Guterres presented a roadmap detailing how climate change consequences are intensifying in Europe. Sep 24

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  10 developments in 30 days, since August

• CRRC urges international bodies, including the ICC, to intervene against Israeli land registry actions in the West Bank.

  Cooling off

  Latest Military activity reported in the northeastern West Bank, near Jerusalem, including incursions into nearby districts. Sep 23

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  10 developments in 30 days, since June