General News Today — September 27, 2026
From turgid to thrusting - mixed start for new Scotland and more — today's news signal.
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Trump’s War With Iran Drags Down Republicans in Midterm Elections
As their November picture darkens, and gas and diesel prices soar, some Republicans who backed the war for months are now changing their tune.
From turgid to thrusting - mixed start for new Scotland
BBC Sport Scotland's Tom English reviews a mixed start to life as Scotland head coach for Sebastien Pocognoli as his side open their Nations League campaign with a goalless draw in Slovenia.
Young people in China are fangirling over a professor who gets their anxiety
China's economy and tech have developed at breakneck speed, but there is plenty worrying its Gen Z.
Orange Order to appeal High Court injunction stopping Drumcree parade
Portadown District Orange Lodge had declined a request from Judge Patricia Smyth to postpone the parade along the Garvaghy Road
Russell wins despite late Verstappen challenge
Mercedes' George Russell holds off a late challenge from Red Bull's Max Verstappen to win an Azerbaijan Grand Prix enlivened by two late safety car periods.
The Homeless Community in Portland That Became Self-Governed
Portland’s Dignity Village has been a place for people without housing for more than 25 years.
General News Today — September 26, 2026
Brazil's Lula bans online gambling ahead of presidential election and more — today's news signal.
Sylvester Stallone Hid His Struggles for Decades. Now He’s Coming Clean.
The legendary actor on his disturbing childhood, his Hollywood missteps and the pain he caused to his loved ones, his body and himself.
Brazil's Lula bans online gambling ahead of presidential election
Lula, who is currently in a tight presidential race against Flávio Bolsonaro, said the industry was a "cancer" that he must "remove".
Black woman found hanging from tree was dead before body was 'staged', police say
Tasia Fortune's body was found hanging from a tree on the grounds of an abandoned home in Jackson in August.
His Novel Had a Shot at a Top Book Prize. Then Someone Ran an A.I. Test.
“It Was Either That Or Die,” by the Haitian-Canadian author Thélyson Orélien, was the hit of the French literary season. Now it has been pulled from the shortlist for a prestigious prize.
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McNulty first US world road race winner in 33 years
Brandon McNulty becomes the first American winner of the men's road race world title in 33 years with a stunning victory in Montreal.
5 Arrested on Suspicion of Terrorism Near RAF Fairford Air Base in UK
The British counterterrorism police say the men were arrested after three suspicious vehicles appeared to be traveling toward R.A.F. Fairford early on Sunday.
Five arrested as counter-terror police investigate major incident near RAF Fairford
The men have been detained on suspicion of preparation of a terrorist act after three suspicious vehicles were reported to be travelling towards the base.
A Trump 2024 Campaign Ad Returns, Now Brought to You by the Government
The ad, which ethics experts said could violate federal law, shows Mr. Trump vowing to “expel the warmongers” from the government and fight the “deep state,” even as he wages a war with Iran.
Giant Pandas, Icons of China’s Soft Diplomacy, Arrive in Atlanta
A male named Ping Ping and a female named Fu Shuang landed on Sunday, days after China’s leader said he would dispatch “envoys of friendship” to the United States.
What we know about RAF Fairford counter-terror probe
Five men have been arrested as counter-terror police lead an investigation into a major incident near the airbase.
Pope says 'scourge' of abuse must be rooted out as he visits Lourdes
Pope Leo spoke to bishops before leading a service attended by thousands of worshippers in France.
Chelsea restore resilience - are they title contenders again?
Doubt crept in at Chelsea last season when they lost their Women's Super League crown - but early signs in this campaign suggest they have regained their spark for another challenge.
Bellamy 'hurting' as Denmark outclass Wales
Craig Bellamy says he is "hurting" on the back of Wales' 2-0 Nations League A defeat away to Denmark, but feels his side will continue to improve.
Heroic York rearguard stuns Wigan in Grand Final
York Valkyrie become the first side to win the Women's Super League three times after an incredible defensive effort thwarts favourites Wigan.
No handshakes between Republic of Ireland and Israel
The Republic of Ireland and Israel players do not shake hands with each other before or after Sunday's controversial Uefa Nations League game in Hungary.
Thousands affected and roads closed after burst pipe
Southern Water says it is investigating the burst pipe which happened on Sunday morning.
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