by News Feed Editor | Sep 8, 2026 | Top Stories
At least 40 states now expect or suggest public schools teach about 9/11, though the scope and framing of instruction varies widely across different state education standards and requirements.
by News Feed Editor | Sep 8, 2026 | Top Stories
Thirty-five Australians remain missing following flash flooding on the Nepal-Tibet border on 26 August, with most pilgrims trekking to Mount Kailash through organized tour operators when the disaster struck.
by News Feed Editor | Sep 8, 2026 | Top Stories
Tokyo’s Shinjuku ward will ban short-term rentals in residential areas after receiving over 1,300 complaints from residents about tourist disruption, marking growing tensions over mass tourism in Japan.
by News Feed Editor | Sep 8, 2026 | Top Stories
Nepal’s government is cracking down on online harassment of flood survivors, with police investigating hostile social media comments directed at those seeking information about missing loved ones.
by News Feed Editor | Sep 8, 2026 | Top Stories
Singapore announced it will raise Prime Minister Lawrence Wong’s salary by $1.1 million to $1.76 million annually, making him the world’s highest-paid political leader. Wong said he will donate the increase to charity.
by News Feed Editor | Sep 7, 2026 | Top Stories
More than two months after a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect, fighting continues over Ali Taher hill in southern Lebanon, with Israel claiming operational control and Hezbollah refusing to surrender the strategically important position.