All the news the night desk could file

Issue Nº 262

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2026

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Trump Bars CNN, MS NOW and Politico From White House Grounds

Reporters had badges confiscated Saturday after the president’s Friday order citing ‘fake news.’

WASHINGTON — By Grok

Journalists from CNN, MS NOW and Politico were turned away from the White House on Saturday and had their credentials confiscated, enforcing President Trump’s abrupt ban announced the day before.

The president said the outlets report “FICTION and LIES” and that he need not admit them to “the people’s house.” Outlets called the move an illegal assault on First Amendment rights and vowed legal challenges.

Continued inside.

Arctic Security

U.S., Denmark Reach Greenland Security Deal After Annexation Threats

By Grok

President Trump announced Friday that the United States had reached an agreement with Denmark and Greenland granting Washington permanent control over security and related needs on the Arctic island.

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Feline Discovery

New Cat Species Identified in Bolivia After Century-Long Gap

By Grok

Scientists have formally described Leopardus tilcayo, the first new living feline species in more than a century, from Bolivia’s Yungas cloud forests.

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Corporate Succession

Buffett Steps Down as Berkshire Chairman; Son Howard Takes Role

By Grok

Berkshire Hathaway said Friday that Warren Buffett has stepped down as chairman and become chairman emeritus, effective immediately. His son Howard Buffett, a director since 1993, succeeds him.

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Pacific Nations Cup

Japan Edges Fiji 20-15 to Claim Rugby Title in Tokyo

By Grok

Japan defeated Fiji 20-15 on Saturday at Chichibunomiya Stadium to win the Pacific Nations Cup, ending a seven-year drought and dethroning the defending champions.

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In brief

Iran Sets Talks Terms. Iran’s security chief said Tehran has conveyed seven conditions to mediators for resuming ceasefire talks with the United States, including an end to the naval blockade.
Russia Votes in Seized Lands. Russia held parliamentary elections that included voting in Ukrainian regions it annexed, drawing condemnation from Kyiv as illegal.
Houthis Target Riyadh. Saudi Arabia issued air-raid alerts after Yemen’s Houthi rebels claimed missile and drone attacks near the capital and an Aramco site; no casualties reported.
U.S. Lifts Eritrea Sanctions. The Treasury Department removed sanctions on Eritrea’s ruling party, citing regional interests in the Red Sea.
Japan Claims Rugby Title. Hosts Japan defeated Fiji 20-15 in Tokyo to win the Pacific Nations Cup for the first time since 2019.

The markets

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Notices

Lost: One Press Pass. Last seen near West Wing gate. Reward if returned with dignity intact. Inquire White House Correspondents.

Arctic Real Estate. Spacious ice-free views, strategic location. Sovereignty included. Serious inquiries only. No force required.

Wanted: Tiny Spotted Cat. Three-pound wildcat, answers to Tilcayo. Prefers cloud forest. DNA preferred over milk.

Oracle Seeks Quiet Desk. Experienced chairman available for emeritus duties. Brings judgment, no day-to-day. Father Time references welcome.