What are the most important events and topics in the news today?
Here’s a quick global/U.S. rundown for Friday, September 18, 2026:
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Citations (8)
- The Latest: Federal Reserve defies Trump, hikes key interest rate for first time in 3 years
Backs: “Expect close attention to whether another hike comes in October.”
- US Said to Hold Off on Tariffs Until After Xi-Trump Summit (1)
Backs: “A 7.5% across‑the‑board China tariff had been floated in a draft report.”
- Russian missile and drone attacks injure at least 19, including children, in Ukraine
Backs: “Overnight Russian missile and drone strikes injured at least 19 people, including children, in Kyiv and nearby regions, according to Ukrainian authorities.”
- Saudi civil defense says falling debris from intercepted Houthi drone kills 1
Backs: “Saudi officials say debris from an intercepted Houthi drone killed one person; cross‑border strikes have raised concerns about oil infrastructure and regional spillover.”
- US approves visas for top Iranian leaders to attend UN high-level meeting even with sides at war
Backs: “Secretary‑General António Guterres, whose term ends Dec 31, 2026, is setting priorities as he prepares to depart.”
- Apple debuts iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max - Apple
Backs: “Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max go on sale today following last week’s event that also unveiled the first foldable iPhone (Duo).”
- Where have all the Atlantic hurricanes gone? El Nino might bring record slow storm season
Backs: “The Atlantic has still recorded no hurricanes this season—a record‑late start—per forecasters’ updates this week.”
- House approves sweeping Russia sanctions bill, sending it to Trump
Backs: “The House passed a sweeping Russia sanctions and tariff bill and sent it to President Trump; backers say it tightens pressure on Moscow over the war.”