World Report Septemer 18: Thursday's top stories in 10 minutes
Sep 18, 2025
Donald Trump reacts strongly to the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel Live and plans to label Antifa as a major terrorist organization. In Canada, Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks to rekindle trade ties with Mexico, while the hunt intensifies for ex-Olympian Ryan Wedding, now one of the FBI's most-wanted. Meanwhile, France braces for strikes against budget cuts, Australia sets bold carbon emission targets, and a Nova Scotia woman undergoes a surgery in the U.S. that changes her perspective on medical assistance in dying.
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Kimmel Suspension Sparks Free Speech Debate
- ABC suspended Jimmy Kimmel after his comments about Charlie Kirk, triggering debate over free speech and media influence.
- Around 60 affiliates dropped the show, showing affiliate power over national programming.
Trump Plans To Designate Antifa
- President Donald Trump said he will label Antifa a major terrorist organization while on a UK state visit.
- The move targets a decentralized movement rather than a single organization, raising legal and practical questions.
Carney's Mexico Trip To Strengthen Ties
- Prime Minister Mark Carney travels to Mexico to renew Canada-Mexico ties amid NAFTA review and continental trade uncertainty.
- The visit aims to expand cooperation in security, infrastructure, energy and trade as leaders seek alignment.