EDITORS’ PICKS
The appetite for sports gambling will persist regardless of its consequences. However, litigation and public awareness should play a greater role in limiting the overreach of prediction markets and gambling companies.
Italy’s struggles are nothing new. Their recent loss marks their third-straight World Cup qualification failure despite a history as one of the most successful national teams in World Cup history. The turmoil has set off a string of administrative changes, including the resignation of Italy soccer federation president Gabriele Gravina and the removal of coach Gennaro Gattuso.
NATIONAL
This year's midterm election is unique in its record financial involvement, especially regarding funding through unknown sources. With elections turning into closer races, capital impacts who will win the White House. Beyond who wins, today’s election makes it unclear whose financial interests will be represented.
At first glance, Trump's announcement seems like an upfront reaction to the concerns raised by tech leaders. Amodei directly called on the U.S. and other democratic nations to “establish common safety standards as well as limits on the rate of unchecked AI progress.” Instead, Trump appears more determined than ever to accelerate the development of artificial intelligence without government interference.
As the Attorney General digs deeper into old and new testimony alike, it is becoming clear just how poorly Jane Doe has been served by the justice system in her last experience with it. With her experience navigating many high-profile cases that tend to draw the media’s attention, James should be well prepared to handle the details of this investigation while under a major spotlight.
OPINION
Ads marked with the message “Paid for by the U.S. Government” aired in early September and were funded by taxpayer money. In response to claims that the ad campaign was too partisan for taxpayer-funded use, the White House said the ads were a PSA to “[remind] Americans to love their country.” Some view this use of taxpayer funds as just another example of Trump’s consolidation of power in the executive branch, while others see Trump’s eventual response as a break from this pattern.
Pike’s case illustrates why the death penalty cannot be maintained as a just punishment in the United States. Who the state murders depends on arbitrary factors. Carrying it out can lead to torture that no jury could ever sanction. And, when it is exacted on an undeserving individual, it can never be undone.
Demonstrators protesting Netanyahu’s presence in New York performed a sit-in on First Avenue in front of the UN Headquarters, shutting down traffic, leading to the arrest of 104 people on charges of disorderly conduct. Apparently, free speech only applies to those with an ICC warrant.
LATEST
Ads marked with the message “Paid for by the U.S. Government” aired in early September and were funded by taxpayer money. In response to claims that the ad campaign was too partisan for taxpayer-funded use, the White House said the ads were a PSA to “[remind] Americans to love their country.” Some view this use of taxpayer funds as just another example of Trump’s consolidation of power in the executive branch, while others see Trump’s eventual response as a break from this pattern.
Restrictions on social media use may help limit exposure to potentially harmful features, but they cannot independently address mental health challenges that have already developed or those influenced by factors beyond social media. The settlement therefore presents two distinct responsibilities: Meta must implement changes to its platforms, while North Carolina must decide how to use the financial recovery to support young people.
Pike’s case illustrates why the death penalty cannot be maintained as a just punishment in the United States. Who the state murders depends on arbitrary factors. Carrying it out can lead to torture that no jury could ever sanction. And, when it is exacted on an undeserving individual, it can never be undone.
In Morocco’s parliamentary election on September 23, 2026, only 19 percent of those under thirty-five registered to vote. A major source of frustration for the young demonstrators was the enormous amount of government funds being allocated to the 2030 FIFA World Cup. A second source of unrest involved migration.
As of September 26, a historic storm is affecting the United States’ Northeast. The NWS warned residents to beware of flooding and inundation in low-lying areas, including homes, streets, and businesses. Governors declared states of emergency, federal agencies prepared to help during and after the storm, and state agencies helped restore land.
DAILY
This escalation points to a structural feature that could be easy to overlook. Because the Constitution largely entrusts elections to the states, any federal effort would have to work through a patchwork of state systems, which can act as a built-in safeguard. That same decentralization complicates preparation, however, since one group member said officials told advisers they were concerned but did not know how to respond.
This distinction is important because the two groups pose different risks. The current strategy only works if the midterms are heavily dictated by base mobilization, which President Trump’s rallies certainly deliver. But a voter base that is split evenly on the president, especially during a time when voter perception of the economy has become a vulnerability, could deliver a less-than-certain turnout.
Prime Minister Lecornu is targeting cuts of around 54 billion euros, stating that without the cost-saving measures, the public deficit could approach 6.5 percent of GDP in 2027, much higher than the government's goal of 5 percent. Trade unions have responded to the budget proposal by protesting alongside students, calling for a strike ahead of the official announcement.
LOCAL
Restrictions on social media use may help limit exposure to potentially harmful features, but they cannot independently address mental health challenges that have already developed or those influenced by factors beyond social media. The settlement therefore presents two distinct responsibilities: Meta must implement changes to its platforms, while North Carolina must decide how to use the financial recovery to support young people.
As of September 26, a historic storm is affecting the United States’ Northeast. The NWS warned residents to beware of flooding and inundation in low-lying areas, including homes, streets, and businesses. Governors declared states of emergency, federal agencies prepared to help during and after the storm, and state agencies helped restore land.
The planned UNC-Chapel Hill expansion could broaden opportunities for more students, specifically those in North Carolina, to receive a strong education, while also strengthening the institution financially. However, the expansion’s success will ultimately depend on whether the university can welcome more students while keeping a UNC-Chapel Hill education affordable and providing the resources they need to thrive.
GLOBAL
In Morocco’s parliamentary election on September 23, 2026, only 19 percent of those under thirty-five registered to vote. A major source of frustration for the young demonstrators was the enormous amount of government funds being allocated to the 2030 FIFA World Cup. A second source of unrest involved migration.
Nearly three months after a June attack involving OpenAI on the Australian Medicare website, the Australian government received a five-paragraph email from the company informing officials of the breach. Although the Australian government has promised to take further action, such as establishing task forces, rapid AI growth may be problematic as it continues to outpace regulatory defenses.
Early Parliamentary elections in Serbia are scheduled for October 25, 2026, and they could be among the most decisive in the country’s contemporary history. They will determine whether Serbia will join Hungary in reversing years of democratic backsliding or follow Georgia, where the ruling party has held on to power and consolidated its rule.
FELLOWS
Since World War II, the US and China have been the key players in the international system. The US-led reconstruction of Europe through the Marshall Plan shaped the world's order through security and containment approaches. China, during the late 20th century, began to grow as a new regional player. The first quarter of the 21st century has seen shifts in the balance of power. Will this be a zero-sum game between the two key players in the coming decades?
Non-violent resistance can be a muted reflection, standing in front of a mural at the UNC campus, reflecting all those moments of oppression, long before our generations, whose shoulders we stand on, who boldly and fearlessly gave their lives so we can breathe in a free society. All it takes is to stand in a moment of silence and reflection. Because someone, somewhere, stood in the face of oppression.
The proposed closure of study centers has mobilized both students and faculty members who are engaged in campus-wide activities such as student discussions, presentations, press conferences, and lobbying with a hope to garner more support, visibility, and demonstrate the impact of the study centers in a bid for the University to reverse its decision.
As the presidential elections approach, ongoing protests have provided candidates an opportunity to insert themselves into the public’s consciousness. After his appearance at a demonstration, Jean-Luc Mélenchon has become a contender in the elections. On the other side of the ideological spectrum, frontrunner Marine Le Pen of the far-right National Rally party has vowed a fiscal turnaround that would bring about 140 billion euros in savings by 2032, if elected.