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A new NBC News poll shows President Donald Trump's approval rating falling to 41% among registered voters, a second-term low, with 55% disapproving. More voters are also criticizing his handling of the economy, a shift that matters as the closely watched midterm elections approach and both parties gauge voter sentiment heading into the campaign season.

Election preparations are underway in Gaza, where around 1.25 million people are registered to vote. Officials are working amid widespread destruction from Israeli attacks and serious security concerns. Observers are watching how logistics, safety and access to polling will be managed in conditions described as among the most difficult for any election.

The US Supreme Court has cleared the way for states to run voter citizenship checks using the federal SAVE database ahead of the midterm elections. The decision lets election officials verify the citizenship status of registered voters against federal records. Supporters say it protects election integrity, while voting-rights groups warn it could lead to eligible voters being wrongly flagged or purged from rolls close to the vote.

An earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture late on September 26, registering a seismic intensity of 4, with an estimated magnitude of 4.5 and a focal depth of about 10 kilometres. The Japan Meteorological Agency issued intensity readings by municipality, and officials confirmed there was no risk of a tsunami.

An activist is campaigning to strengthen Black voting power following a Supreme Court ruling on the Voting Rights Act. The case has prompted local organizing efforts, with advocates working to register voters and redraw districts in response to the decision, which weakened protections that previously helped challenge discriminatory electoral maps.

The US Supreme Court has allowed expanded voter-citizenship checks to resume ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. The decision permits states to proceed with verifying the citizenship status of registered voters, a move supporters say protects election integrity and critics warn could purge eligible voters from the rolls. The ruling is set to shape voting access debates heading into the midterms.

The US Supreme Court has cleared the way for states to use the federal SAVE database to verify the citizenship status of registered voters. The decision permits election officials to cross-check voter rolls against immigration records, a move backers say protects election integrity and critics warn could lead to eligible voters being wrongfully purged. The ruling is drawing sharp reactions from voting rights groups and election officials across the country.

A report by The Register describes long-standing file security vulnerabilities affecting Android, Linux, macOS, and Windows. The flaws, described as decades old, span all major desktop and mobile platforms, raising concerns about how widely shared code or inherited designs carried the weakness across the industry. Security professionals are discussing the disclosure and its implications for systems that have gone unpatched for years.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas has extended the candidacy nomination period for the planned legislative elections, according to Anadolu Agency. The move gives political factions and candidates additional time to register ahead of the vote, which would be the first Palestinian legislative election since 2006. Observers are watching closely for signs the long-delayed elections will actually take place.

The Trump-backed SAVE America Act would require voters to show photo ID and provide documentary proof of US citizenship, such as a passport or birth certificate, when registering to vote in federal elections. Supporters say the measure protects election integrity, while critics argue it could disenfranchise eligible voters who lack easy access to citizenship documents.

The US Supreme Court has ruled that the federal government may use Social Security data to help identify noncitizens registered to vote. The decision, reported by The Washington Post, clears the way for expanded data-sharing between agencies to verify voter eligibility. Supporters call it a safeguard for election integrity, while critics warn it could enable improper purges of eligible voters.

The hacking group ShinyHunters says it breached the FBI, stating the operation was 'NOT financially motivated'. The claim, reported by The Register, is drawing attention because the group is known for data theft and extortion, and a successful intrusion into the FBI would be a major security failure. The bureau has not confirmed the breach, and details of what was taken, if anything, remain unclear.

A new Mary Poppins television series is in the works, and reports say it will take a much darker approach than the classic Disney musical. The adaptation is expected to move away from the cheerful tone of the 1964 film and explore the source material in a more serious register.

Deebo Samuel has become the first player in NFL history to record 80 receiving yards and a receiving touchdown without catching a single pass. The unusual line came via plays that were officially credited as receptions despite Samuel never registering a catch himself. The statistical oddity has drawn attention from football fans and analysts.

Five additional businesses tied to Apex have been found registered at a building that is not operational, KTIV News 4 reports. The discovery adds to scrutiny of the company's network of affiliated businesses, with investigators and the public questioning why multiple firms share the same inactive address and what that indicates about how the operation is run.

A 32-year-old Malaysian was arrested at Tuas Checkpoint in Singapore on suspicion of drug smuggling after authorities seized drugs worth more than S$1 million. Nearly 7kg of heroin were found concealed in packets disguised as commercial biscuits on a Malaysian-registered motorcycle. A Singaporean was also reportedly involved, and the case has drawn attention to smuggling methods at the border crossing.

The Canton Fair is introducing a membership programme for overseas buyers at its 140th edition. All registered international buyers will be automatically enrolled, with the scheme adding loyalty points, permanent status levels and redeemable benefits to China's largest sourcing event. The move aims to encourage repeat attendance and deepen ties with the fair's global buyer base.

The US Army has deployed a registered dietitian to the Himalayas, a rare posting for a nutrition specialist. The move highlights the growing focus on nutrition and performance in extreme, high-altitude conditions, where soldiers face challenges like calorie deficits and altitude sickness. Details of the assignment remain limited, but the unusual deployment has drawn attention to how the military supports troops in demanding environments.

Germany are playing Greece in a UEFA Nations League match, with Spanish sports daily MARCA publishing details on kick-off time and where to watch the game on television. Fans are searching for viewing information as the fixture draws attention, with interest registered in both Spain and the United States.

A circuit court has ruled that Ohio's Bureau of Motor Vehicles may require proof of citizenship when handling voter registration. The decision lets the state enforce stricter documentation rules at BMV locations, a move supporters frame as protecting election integrity and critics warn could discourage eligible voters from registering. The case is part of a broader national fight over proof-of-citizenship requirements for voting.

The Supreme Court has issued a ruling favouring the Trump administration's push for voter citizenship checks, a decision reported as having little practical effect for voters in Vermont. The state's existing registration procedures already align closely with what the ruling requires, so local election officials and voters are not expected to see significant changes in how they register or cast ballots.

A federal appeals court has sided with Hawaii, upholding the state's requirements that gun permit applicants complete the process within a set window and that authorities can inspect firearms registered to permit holders. The ruling keeps in place two of Hawaii's strict firearms provisions, which are among the toughest in the United States, as legal battles over the scope of Second Amendment protections continue across the country.

ABC7 Chicago has published a guide to the 2026 US midterm elections for voters in Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin, covering when Election Day falls, how to register to vote, early voting periods, and polling place information. The explainer aims to help residents across the three states prepare for the November contests.

Charles Schwab has introduced a higher-yielding option for registered investment advisers to hold clients' long-term cash, as artificial intelligence threatens to squeeze firms' profits on uninvested cash balances. The move, reported by Financial Planning, gives RIAs working with Schwab a way to improve returns on client cash holdings amid pressure on interest income.

Bexar County, Texas is extending its elections office hours to help voters affected by an error in online voter registrations processed through the Texas Department of Public Safety system. The move gives residents extra time to verify or correct their registration ahead of the deadline, and election officials are urging anyone who registered online through DPS to double-check their status.

Arkansans have until October 5 to register to vote ahead of the November elections, state officials have confirmed. The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette reports the deadline applies to all voters planning to take part in the general election. Eligible residents who miss the date will not be able to cast ballots in November, so registration drives and reminders are expected in the weeks leading up to it.

Researchers at Cal State Fullerton are collecting and analyzing soil samples from Ladera Ranch, an Orange County community, to check for contaminants. Local outlets including the Orange County Register and Press Telegram are covering the testing effort. The findings could matter for residents concerned about environmental safety in the area.

Milwaukee County is taking voter registration efforts into community settings ahead of the November election. Local outlet OnMilwaukee reported on the initiative, which aims to make registering easier for residents by moving beyond traditional offices. With Wisconsin a key battleground state, turnout efforts in Milwaukee are drawing attention.

A court in Mykolaiv, Ukraine, has ordered that a criminal case be opened concerning the beating of an employee of the territorial recruitment center (TCC). The ruling compels investigators to formally register and examine the incident. Recruitment centers have faced repeated public tensions over mobilization, making any violence involving their staff a sensitive and closely watched issue in wartime Ukraine.

Los Angeles has designated a golf course as mountain lion habitat in a move that blocks a proposed housing project on the site. The decision, reported by the Orange County Register, is drawing debate over whether wildlife protection is being used to stop development, and it touches on the city's broader struggles with housing shortages and the conservation of cougars in the Santa Monica Mountains area.