NPR News: 09-21-2026 2AM EDT
Summary
Protesters gathered in Austin after an ICE officer shot a man, prompting a dispute over the investigation between local officials and federal agencies. The US and China agreed to launch an AI security dialog ahead of President Trump’s meeting with Xi Jinping. In Germany, Chancellor Merz’s coalition suffered major electoral losses to far-right and far-left parties. Meanwhile, Russia held parliamentary elections, and Pennsylvania reported a growing measles outbreak with at least four deaths.
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Protests in Austin after ICE officer shooting
Investigation led by Homeland Security and FBI
US and China discuss AI security dialog
German coalition suffers setback in regional elections
Russia's United Russia dominates parliamentary vote
Measles outbreak grows in Pennsylvania
Box office: Resident Evil tops weekend earnings
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