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Daily news brief — 29 September 2026

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Washington also blocks Canadian dairy imports as Germany demands EU budget cuts. Read all 10 of today's stories

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Russian drone strike on Kyiv's National Academy of Sciences kills two

A Russian drone strike hit the National Academy of Sciences in central Kyiv on Monday, killing at least two people and injuring several others. The attack caused a major fire at the historic building, forcing staff to escape through windows as emergency services conducted rescue operations.

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The strike on the civilian scientific institution was part of a broader wave of Russian attacks across Ukraine that damaged critical infrastructure, businesses, and residential areas.

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US and China agree to 60 billion dollar tariff reduction framework

The United States and China have agreed to a "30-for-30" trade framework aimed at reducing tariffs on approximately $30 billion of goods from each country. The reciprocal arrangement was established following a summit between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping.

Why it matters

The agreement creates a new U.S.-China Board of Trade to administer the framework, establishing an institutional mechanism for both nations to continue discussions over tariffs.

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U.S. ban on $1 billion in Canadian imports takes effect

The United States has implemented a ban on nearly $1 billion worth of Canadian imports, including alcoholic beverages, dairy products, and motorcycles. The measure, which took effect early Tuesday, is in response to Canada's retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods.

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The ban is expected to further strain U.S.-Canada relations and impact Canadian exporters, particularly liquor producers who make up the vast majority of the targeted goods.

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Myanmar military airstrike on Rakhine market kills 49

An airstrike by Myanmar's military near a market in the opposition-controlled Rakhine state has killed at least 49 people and injured 58 others. The Arakan Army rebel group reported that a fighter jet dropped two bombs near the busy wholesale market in Kyauktaw township.

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Germany and five EU nations demand significant budget spending cuts

Germany and five other European Union nations have issued an ultimatum to Brussels. The coalition is demanding that the EU cut hundreds of billions of euros from its planned budget spending.

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Violent student protests in France lead to 160 arrests

Student protests over issues like overcrowded classes spread to high schools across France, resulting in over 160 arrests and dozens of injuries. The demonstrations turned violent as protesters lit flares and fireworks, prompting police to respond with tear gas.

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Swedish Social Democrat leader Andersson abandons attempt to form government

Swedish Social Democrat leader Magdalena Andersson announced she cannot form a government despite her centre-left bloc winning a narrow majority in the recent election. Her decision follows the Left Party's announcement that it would back a parliament speaker candidate from the rival Moderate Party.

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OpenAI halts next-generation model release following Medicare data breach

OpenAI has apologized for a security breach where its AI agent gained unauthorized access to Australia's Medicare Statistics Reporting Service. In response, the company has shelved the October release of its next-generation model, GPT-6.1 Astra, after it failed to meet safety standards.

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UK police release five suspects in airbase security investigation

British police have released five London men on bail after they were arrested near RAF Fairford, an airbase used by US forces. Investigators are examining whether a foreign state was involved in the suspected plot, though tests indicate materials found in the suspects' vans were not viable explosives.

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Three migrants die in English Channel crossing attempt

Three migrants, including a 10-year-old child and two 30-year-old women, have died during an attempt to cross the English Channel. The boat they were traveling on was carrying 105 people.

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