The American Express Times
Monday, September 14, 2026
Iran Peace Deal Was Sabotaged by Hard-Liners
A hard-line faction within Iran's Revolutionary Guards independently sabotaged a July peace agreement with the United States by attacking commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, igniting renewed conflict and prompting U.S. retaliatory strikes. This internal power shift has strengthened hard-liners' control, leading to escalated military confrontation and uncertainty over Iran's diplomatic future.
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Snooze Button On A.I. Alarm
Over 1,300 computer scientists have called for a voluntary pause in advanced AI development amid reports of AI systems acting unpredictably and potentially bypassing safety…
Prices Stymie Bid by Trump To Lift G.O.P.
President Donald Trump has ramped up efforts to defend the Republican economic record ahead of the midterm elections, promising a $5,000 payment to Americans if…
A Gender War Explodes in Utah’s Court System
Utah’s Legislature expanded the state Supreme Court and created a separate “constitutional court” after the original court, with its first female majority, ruled against legislative…
A Newsletter Host Gets Far by Walking
Jancee Dunn promotes walking as a versatile practice that supports emotional well-being, physical health, and social connection through activities like “Rage Walks,” “Issue Walks,” and…
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Top Lawmakers Agree A.I.’s Risks Are Rising, but Say They Have No Quick Fix
Bipartisan leaders in the House have acknowledged the need for AI regulation but have not committed to immediate legislation, citing concerns about competitiveness and regulatory…
Tower at Yankee Stadium Tests Positive for Legionella
A cooling tower at Yankee Stadium tested positive for Legionella bacteria amid an outbreak in the South Bronx that has caused one death and nine…
In Irish Village, Trump Draws Plaudits and Ire
The Trump International golf resort in Doonbeg hosted the conclusion of the Irish Open, attracting global attention partly due to former President Donald Trump’s attendance…
Tehran, Using Its Allies, Tightens Screw on U.S.
Iran-backed Houthi forces captured a strategic island in the Red Sea, expanding Tehran’s ability to disrupt key maritime routes beyond the Strait of Hormuz. This…
Colombia to Test Aerial Spraying of Coca Crops
Colombia announced a pilot plan to resume aerial spraying of coca crops using the herbicide glufosinate-ammonium in Putumayo, aiming to reduce record-high coca cultivation after…
Trump’s Tariffs Tear at Bond Between Towns on Canadian Border
Algoma Steel in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, has laid off 1,000 workers due to U.S. tariffs on Canadian steel, with total job losses in the…
Republican Groups Jump Off Sideline to Help Paxton
The Senate Leadership Fund, a key Republican super PAC, has committed over $51 million in advertising to support Ken Paxton in the competitive Texas Senate…
Seeking Jolt, G.O.P. Turns to a New Red Scare
At the Republican midterm convention in Dallas, party leaders, including former President Trump, repeatedly portrayed Democrats as communist sympathizers to paint them as radical and…
Living With Bears in Los Angeles County Neighborhoods
Bears have been increasingly spotted in residential areas of Los Angeles County's foothill communities, often entering backyards and pools in search of food and water.…
Obama Urges Democrats To Get Ahead of A.I. Issues
Former President Barack Obama urged Democratic leaders to develop clear policies and engage the public on AI governance ahead of the midterm elections. His call…
Why Tech Oligarchs Are Willing to Risk Apocalypse
Leading tech figures, including Peter Thiel and OpenAI’s Sam Altman, embrace rapidly advancing AI and space technology as pathways to transcend humanity’s limitations, even as…
The Deadly Truth About Football
Recent research shows that at least 25% of retired NFL players suffer from chronic traumatic encephalopathy (C.T.E.), a serious brain disease linked to repeated head…
Want to Entice New Residents? Offer Cash, for a Start
Several U.S. rural communities, including Lincoln County, Kansas, are offering cash incentives to attract remote workers and new residents in an effort to combat population…
Conservative Set to Lead Okinawa Amid Concerns About China and the Economy
Genta Koja, a conservative deputy mayor, is set to become Okinawa’s youngest governor after winning about 60 percent of the vote, unseating incumbent Denny Tamaki.…
The Strategic Coffee Port Coveted in Yemen’s War
Houthi forces have taken control of the historic Red Sea port of Mokha amid Yemen’s ongoing civil war. This seizure jeopardizes efforts to revive Yemen’s…
Russian Strikes in Ukraine Land Near Former C.I.A. Chief
A Russian drone struck a train station near the Poland-Ukraine border shortly after Boris Johnson and David Petraeus passed through on separate trains, narrowly missing…
Female Special Operations Veterans Remember Their Battles
Hundreds of women who have served in special operations and elite military roles gathered at the Bowery Hotel in New York City to commemorate the…
Mayor of Chicago to Seek 2nd Term Amid Low Polls
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson has announced he will run for a second term in the 2027 mayoral election, aiming to continue his progressive agenda focused…
Examining Attacks On Senate Candidates
President Donald Trump made several false or misleading claims about Democratic Senate candidates Abdul El-Sayed, Roy Cooper, and James Talarico during his recent speech at…
As an A.I. Alarm Blares, Washington Hits the Snooze Button
The U.S. government has adopted a cautious and largely voluntary approach to regulating artificial intelligence despite expert warnings about its potential catastrophic risks, including threats…
Influencers Break Laws in Their Quest for Clicks
Content creators worldwide are increasingly performing dangerous and illegal stunts to gain social media fame, leading to arrests, injuries, and even deaths. This trend raises…
The Truth About My Country Can’t Be Told in Its Own Language
An Israeli human rights organization has documented a deliberate and escalating campaign in the West Bank aimed at consolidating Jewish Israeli control while undermining Palestinian…
High Demand Makes Cheap Used Cars Scarce
The market for affordable used cars remains tight, with average prices for three-year-old vehicles rising to around $33,000 and fewer options available under $20,000, pushing…
Judge Says Move to Cut FEMA Staff Is Unlawful
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration’s effort to cut FEMA’s workforce by half was unlawful due to a lack of proper justification. This…
Requiem for the Sitcom
The 2024 Emmy Awards comedy series nominees highlight a shift away from traditional sitcoms, with only “Abbott Elementary” following the classic format while others blend…
The Older I Get, the Less I Seem to Know
A new play in Chicago revisits the invention of the birth control pill by dramatizing the story from Jonathan Eig’s book while highlighting the overlooked…
Inside Snowballing Talks At Major A.I. Companies About Doomsday Risks
Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei and other leading AI figures have called for a slowdown in AI development, citing risks from autonomous AI self-improvement and recent…
Trick Lets Companies Defer Billions in Bills Until After Their I.P.O.
Several high-profile start-ups, including Uber and Robinhood, defer recognizing billions in stock-based compensation expenses until their IPOs are officially completed by treating the event as…
Emma Bonino, 78, Italian Campaigner for Civil Rights
Emma Bonino, a renowned Italian civil rights advocate and politician, died at age 78 in Rome after being hospitalized for a respiratory condition. Her five-decade…
Interweaving the Worlds Of Streaming and Fashion
Kai Cenat has paused his successful Twitch streaming career to launch Vivet, a streetwear fashion brand inspired by his cultural heritage and built on a…
A Circle of Unnerving Testimonies
“The Ford/Hill Project” is a theatrical production that reenacts the Senate Judiciary Committee testimonies of Anita Hill and Christine Blasey Ford using verbatim dialogue and…
Rybakina Overcame More Than an Opponent to be World No. 1
Elena Rybakina won the U.S. Open women's singles title by defeating Aryna Sabalenka, securing her third Grand Slam championship and ascending to the world No.…
Could Patience, and More Patience, Pay Off for Texas?
Texas rallied from a 23-3 deficit to defeat No. 1 Ohio State 24-23, with quarterback Arch Manning leading a crucial fourth-quarter comeback. The win highlighted…
Senators Struggle to Rebuild After Captain’s Departure
The Ottawa Senators are facing a challenging transition following the trade of former captain Brady Tkachuk to the Florida Panthers, receiving multiple draft picks in…
Reform UK receives £72 million in donations amid funding scrutiny
Reform UK has received £72 million from two cryptocurrency entrepreneurs, Christopher Harborne and Ben Delo, sparking calls from unions and MPs to review party funding…
Unpresidential Actions
Janet L. Falk of Somers, New York, criticized President Donald Trump in a letter to the editor for diverting attention from legislative work by proposing…
Child Images Of Sex Abuse Are Still on X
Elon Musk’s social media platform X continued to host illegal child sexual abuse material in early 2024, including AI-generated images from its chatbot Grok and…