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NPR News: 09-13-2026 3AM EDT

Sep 13, 2026 · 4m

Summary

President Trump’s visit to Dublin sparked political tension after he suggested unifying Ireland and Northern Ireland. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced the company will slow AI development and delay its IPO until at least 2027 due to safety concerns. Meanwhile, fighting in Yemen has displaced 1,400 people in 24 hours, while Russian attacks on Ukraine killed eight. Additionally, South Africa extradited six Nigerians linked to the Black Ax cybercrime network, and Elena Rybakina became the new world No. 1 in women’s tennis.

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Trump's visit to Dublin and remarks on Irish unity OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on slowing AI development Yemeni conflict displaces 1,400 people to Djibouti BRICS leaders express concern over Middle East tensions Russian attacks kill 8 in Ukraine South Africa extradites Nigerian nationals to US Elena Rybakina wins US Open tennis title Mint Mobile advertisement
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