NPR News: 09-21-2026 2AM EDT
Summary
Protesters gathered in Austin after an ICE officer shot a Venezuelan national, prompting local officials to demand answers despite federal control of the investigation. Meanwhile, US and Chinese officials advanced an AI security dialog ahead of President Trump’s meeting with Xi Jinping. In Germany, Chancellor Merz’s coalition faced electoral setbacks as far-right and far-left parties gained ground. Additionally, Russia’s United Russia party dominated parliamentary elections, while Pennsylvania grappled with a growing measles outbreak and the box office saw Resident Evil lead weekend earnings.
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Protests in Austin after ICE officer shooting
US-China dialogue on AI security and incidents
German coalition setback in regional elections
Russia's parliamentary election results
Measles outbreak and deaths in Pennsylvania
Box office: Resident Evil tops weekend sales
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