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World news — September 21, 2026 - Page 4

World publications published on September 21, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 4 of 6.

125 publications

  2. WorldMiddle EastHydrogen

    Oil Tanker Shortage Threatens Global Energy Supplies Amid Middle East Conflict

    The ongoing conflict in the Middle East, particularly involving Iran, has led to a significant shortage of oil tankers, driving up transportation costs and threatening global energy supplies. Drone attacks on Saudi Arabia's East-West oil pipeline in September forced a rerouting of crude volumes through the Strait of Hormuz, increasing the load on the tanker fleet. This has resulted in record daily charter rates for supertankers, with some exceeding $1 million, and average daily earnings for Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) doubling to $651,000. The shortage of tankers is slowing oil supply and reducing the margins of oil refiners, which could support high fuel prices even if global crude oil prices decrease.
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  4. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    EU Seeks Close Relations with Canada, Explores 'Associated Membership'

    European Council President António Costa revealed that the EU aims to establish the closest possible relations with Canada. He suggested that Brussels and Ottawa could collaborate in areas such as defense, AI, quantum technologies, and investments. Costa also discussed the possibility of Canada becoming the first 'associated member' of the EU, despite geographical constraints preventing full membership. The specific format of future relations will be determined at an upcoming EU-Canada summit in Montreal.
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  6. WorldMiddle EastChina

    Pakistan's Interior Minister Visits Iran for Bilateral Talks

    Pakistan's Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi, traveled to Tehran on Sunday to discuss bilateral relations and regional issues with Iranian authorities. The visit is expected to cover previously agreed-upon understandings between the two countries, including those reached at the presidential level. While Pakistan has mediated between Iran and the U.S. in the past, there is no indication that this visit will involve any specific U.S.-related messages or proposals.
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  8. WorldMiddle EastNorth America

    Macron and Carney Reaffirm Sovereignty in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon Amid Trump's Territorial Claims

    French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met in Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon, a French archipelago off Canada's coast, to reaffirm their sovereignty and strengthen ties amidst growing tensions with the United States, particularly with President Donald Trump. Trump had recently published a map showing parts of Canada and French territories in North America as part of the United States, sparking outrage in both countries. Macron and Carney used the meeting to emphasize their commitment to defending their nations' independence and sovereignty, as well as their shared values of democracy, rule of law, and free trade. They also discussed cooperation in areas such as energy, fishing, security, and artificial intelligence.
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  9. WorldMiddle EastEarthOceanography

    Wolfsburg Kindergarten Partially Collapses After Loud Bang

    A kindergarten in Wolfsburg, Germany, partially collapsed following a loud bang on Sunday morning. No injuries were reported as the kindergarten was closed at the time. The cause of the collapse is still under investigation, with initial indications pointing towards a technical defect. Emergency services, including sniffer dogs, were deployed to search the area. The building is estimated to have suffered high six-figure damage.
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  10. WorldRegulatorsMiddle EastNorth America

    Venezuela to Transfer $4 Billion Gold Reserve to New York

    The Venezuelan government and opposition are close to an agreement to transfer gold reserves worth around $4 billion from the Bank of England to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The deal, backed by the U.S., aims to end a seven-year dispute over the assets and could allow Venezuela to use the gold as collateral for borrowing to finance public spending and rebuild the country after the June earthquake.
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  12. WorldAsia

    Kurdistan Region Begins New Academic Year with Infrastructure Improvements and Record Enrollment

    The Kurdistan Regional Government has announced the start of the new academic year (2026-2027) with over 1.7 million students enrolled in 7,590 schools. The Ministry of Education has planned renovations for 110 schools, the printing of 19 million new textbooks, and the construction of 236 new schools and kindergartens. Additionally, 476 new classrooms will be added, and 2,650 schools will be repaired. The new year also marks a record number of students, with 123,000 expected to graduate.
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  15. WorldMiddle East

    Macedonian, Serbian Students Excel at Balkan Olympiad in Informatics

    Students from Macedonia and Serbia achieved notable results at the 33rd Balkan Olympiad in Informatics (BOC) held in Tirana from September 14 to 20, 2026. Macedonian students won silver and bronze medals, while Serbian students secured one silver and three bronze medals. The event featured competitors from 13 member countries and guest participants from several other nations.
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  18. WorldBillMiddle EastBudget

    Global Fuel Crisis Due to Iran War

    The ongoing war with Iran is causing global fuel prices to skyrocket, leading to protests and economic strain in countries worldwide, regardless of their involvement in the conflict. Nations heavily reliant on fuel imports, like Pakistan, Myanmar, and Kenya, are particularly affected, along with the United States. Governments are implementing measures such as fuel subsidies, price caps, and tax cuts to mitigate the impact, but the International Monetary Fund warns that prolonged support could strain public finances.
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  20. WorldEuropeWeatherPublic Health

    Lowest Temperature in UAE Today

    The National Center of Meteorology (NCM) has announced the lowest temperature recorded in the UAE this morning. The NCM confirmed that the lowest temperature was 21.2°C in Ruma, Al Ain at 06:15 local time. Today's weather is expected to be generally sunny and partly cloudy at times in the east, with humidity increasing at night and in the morning on Monday in some coastal and inland areas, potentially leading to fog or light fog formation, especially in the west.
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  21. WorldLawMiddle EastPublic Health

    U.S. Admits Deploying 'Space Control Weapons', Raising Tensions with China and Russia

    The U.S. Air Force Secretary has confirmed the deployment of 'space control weapons' in orbit, marking a shift from previous emphasis on resilience and ground-based systems. This announcement has drawn criticism from China and Russia, who argue it violates the 1967 Outer Space Treaty. The treaty prohibits the placement of nuclear weapons or other weapons of mass destruction in orbit but does not explicitly ban conventional weapons in space.
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