News for September 13, 2026
Damn it: Trump urges Zelensky to halt attacks on Russian energy targets
Trump urged Zelensky to halt attacks on Russian energy targets. In the U.S., diesel prices jumped to a record $6 a gallon, fueling concern about rising global inflation.
Damn it: Trump stirs the U.K. as Ireland's unity debate heats up
Trump’s remark marks a break with decades of White House neutrality on the issue. Both sides are left wondering whether he was backing Ireland, trolling Britain, or simply speaking off the cuff.
Damn it: Oman baffled by Trump's bombing threat as mediator
Oman, a neutral mediator, has been working to bridge Iran and the United States to end the war. Omanis say they are puzzled by Trump's threat to bomb their country. The move has put a spotlight on the tiny Gulf state's diplomatic role.
Damn it: Six dead, over 100 missing after Indonesian passenger ship hits bad weather in Java Sea
About 240 people were aboard the vessel. It lost contact early Sunday as bad weather struck in the Java Sea. A total of 113 people have been rescued, including six who later died. More than 100 passengers and crew remain missing.
Damn it: Canadians shun the U.S. as Trump’s rhetoric sparks patriotic grocery buying
Some Canadian shoppers say buying groceries has become a patriotic duty. The trend is linked to the rhetoric surrounding Donald Trump and concerns about the United States. The article notes that this sentiment exists among a notable minority of shoppers in Canada.