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Nearly 500 workers were detained in a massive ICE raid at Hyundai's Georgia battery plant, including over 300 South Koreans. As Seoul pushes for their release, questions loom over whether the crackdown will spark a diplomatic rift between the US and South Korea.

A viral Phillies game clip has divided the internet: was the dad weak for handing over his son's home run ball, or wise to avoid conflict with 'Phillies Karen'?

Maya Moore has been inducted into the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame, joining icons like Sue Bird, Sylvia Fowles and Carmelo Anthony. A four-time WNBA champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist, Moore is also celebrated for her activism and work in criminal justice reform.

A Phillies fan dubbed 'Karen' was caught on video snatching a home run ball from a child, sparking outrage but the team stepped in with a classy gesture.

Apple TV+ series The Studio and The Penguin emerged as top winners at the Creative Arts Emmys 2025, collecting nine and eight awards. With Severance, Bridgerton and Arcane also taking key honours, the results set the stage for the upcoming Primetime Emmy Awards.

Iryna Zarutska, a 23-year-old Ukrainian refugee, fled war to start anew in Charlotte. On 22 August, she was fatally stabbed in a random light rail attack by a homeless man with a violent past. Her death has sparked grief and debate over safety, crime, and systemic failures in the US.

Hurricane Kiko, a Category 4 storm, is tracking north of Hawaii and is expected to weaken over the coming days. Officials have declared a state of emergency, urging residents to prepare as dangerous surf and rip currents are forecast for the Big Island and Maui.

A rare Blood Moon will light up skies across Asia, Europe and Africa tonight. The fiery lunar eclipse, long linked to omens and myths, coincides with September's Corn Moon. Astrologers say the Pisces eclipse could bring transformation, emotional upheaval and new beginnings.

Tornado warnings shook Massachusetts as a twister hit Holden, uprooting trees and cutting power. The alerts stirred memories of the deadly 1953 Worcester tornado, raising urgent questions about whether New England could again face a storm of that scale amid volatile weather patterns.

Donald Trump's viral Chicago meme and his controversial 'Department of War' order have sparked outrage from Illinois leaders and residents. Critics warn the president's rhetoric fuels fear of deportations, undermines democracy and raises fresh questions about his intentions.

Apple unveils iPhone 17 on 9 Sept with pre-orders from 12 Sept. Specs, models, and a $100 price hike on Pro variants spark global debate.