Trump tells UN in speech that it is 'not even coming close to living up' to its potential

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — President Donald Trump has returned to the United Nations to boast of his second-term foreign policy achievements and lash out at the world body as a feckless institution. He also warned Europe it would be ruined if it doesn’t turn away from a “double-tailed monster” of ill-conceived migration and green energy policies. World leaders listened closely to his Tuesday remarks at the U.N. General Assembly as Trump has already moved quickly to diminish U.S. support for the world body in his first eight months in office. After his speech, Trump met with Secretary-General António Guterres and told the top U.N. official that the U.S. is behind the global body “100%” amid fears among members that he’s edging toward a full retreat.

Trump says he now believes Ukraine can win back all territory lost to Russia with NATO's help

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — President Donald Trump says he believes Ukraine can win back all territory lost to Russia. It's a dramatic shift from the U.S. leader’s repeated calls on Kyiv to make concessions to end the war. Trump posted on social media Tuesday soon after meeting with Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly gathering of world leaders. Trump in part wrote, “I think Ukraine, with the support of the European Union, is in a position to fight and WIN all of Ukraine back in its original form. With time, patience, and the financial support of Europe and, in particular, NATO, the original Borders from where this War started, is very much an option.”

UN chief warns world leaders of 'an age of reckless disruption and relentless human suffering'

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United Nations chief is challenging world leaders to choose a future where the rule of law triumphs over raw power. He wants nations to come together rather than scramble for self-interests. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said the U.N.’s founders faced the same questions 80 years ago. He told today’s world leaders at the opening of their annual gathering at the General Assembly that the choice of peace or war, law or lawlessness, cooperation or conflict, is even more urgent and more intertwined than ever. He said the world has entered an age of “relentless human suffering.”

Emotional Jimmy Kimmel says in late-night return he never intended to make light of Kirk's killing

NEW YORK (AP) — Jimmy Kimmel has returned to late-night TV after a suspension over comments about the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. On Tuesday, Kimmel said he never intended to make light of the tragedy and understood that his remarks to some seemed “ill-timed or unclear. ” He criticized ABC affiliates for taking his show off the air, calling it "unAmerican." Kimmel thanked supporters, including those who disagree with him, like Texas Sen. Ted Cruz. ABC suspended Kimmel last Wednesday but announced his return after discussions. The suspension came after criticism from FCC Chairman Brendan Carr and others. Kimmel's viewership was limited due to some affiliates not airing his show.

Typhoon Ragasa batters Hong Kong and southern China after causing deaths in Taiwan and Philippines

HONG KONG (AP) — Typhoon Ragasa, one of the strongest in years, was whipping waves taller than lampposts onto Hong Kong promenades and halted life on the southern Chinese coast after leaving destruction in Taiwan and the Philippines. Taiwan reported 14 deaths in a flooded township and four deaths occurred earlier in the Philippines. The fierce winds woke Hong Kong residents in the early hours, and many went online to describe scenes like a kitchen ventilation fan being blown down and a crane swaying. China’s weather agency forecast the super typhoon would make landfall between Wednesday afternoon and evening.

Black pastors say Charlie Kirk is not a martyr, while decrying racism and political violence

A debate has been sparked among Black pastors who are trying to square a heroic view of Charlie Kirk, the 31-year-old conservative activist who was gunned down in Utah this month, with the insulting statements about people of color that were key to his political activism. Conservatives and white Christians, particularly evangelicals, are emphasizing Kirk's faith and label him a martyr.  From the pulpits of Black churches, pastors used their sermons to denounce what they called hateful rhetoric from Kirk that runs counter to the teachings of Jesus Christ and the Gospel. Many Black clergy have  linked the veneration of Kirk to a history of weaponizing faith to justify colonialism, enslavement and bigotry.

Ryan Routh is found guilty of trying to assassinate Trump at Florida golf course

FORT PIERCE, Fla. (AP) — Ryan Routh has been found guilty of attempting to assassinate Donald Trump at a Florida golf course last year. After the verdict on Tuesday, Routh tried to stab himself in the neck with a pen but was quickly restrained by officers. The jury took about two hours to reach their decision. Routh's daughter, Sara, expressed her distress in the courtroom, claiming the case was rigged. Routh, who represented himself in court, faces life in prison with sentencing scheduled for Dec. 18. Prosecutors say Routh spent weeks plotting to kill Trump but did not fire his weapon.

Trump cancels White House meeting with Schumer and Jeffries despite risk of a government shutdown

WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic leaders have accused President Donald Trump of throwing a tantrum and chickening out after he canceled a meeting with them ahead of a potential federal government shutdown. The Republican president refuses to negotiate over Democratic demands to shore up health care funds as part of any deal. Congress must approve legislation to fund the government by Oct. 1. Trump on Tuesday rejected this week's sit-down, which the White House had agreed to a day before with Sen. Chuck Schumer and Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, saying no meeting with them could be productive. Jeffries says, “Trump Always Chickens Out.” He called on House lawmakers to return to Washington next week. Schumer says Trump would “rather throw a tantrum than do his job.”

Iran's supreme leader rejects direct nuclear talks with US as European negotiations remain unmoved

VIENNA (AP) — Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has rejected direct negotiations with the United States over his country’s nuclear program. Khamenei’s remarks Tuesday came as Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian traveled to New York for the U.N. General Assembly. The comments likely will constrain Pezeshkian and halt any possible outreach to the Americans. Khamenei gave the remarks in a speech aired on Iranian state television. They came after Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with European counterparts seeking to stop the reimposition of nuclear sanctions, likely set to resume Sunday.

FACT FOCUS: A look at false and misleading claims made by Trump about autism, Tylenol and pregnancy

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has announced his administration is recommending women limit Tylenol use during pregnancy unless necessary. He claims Tylenol is linked to autism, but experts criticize this as unfounded. Trump also made several erroneous statements including incorrectly stating the history of autism rates and that vaccines play a role. Additionally, medical professionals emphasize that Tylenol is safe during pregnancy when needed. They warn that untreated fevers can lead to serious complications for both mother and baby.