Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a strong warning as Western nations prepare to lift restrictions on Kyiv’s use of long-range cruise missiles. If Ukraine targets Russia with these weapons, Putin stated it would mark NATO’s direct involvement in the conflict, escalating tensions. The UK has reportedly already removed limitations on its Storm Shadow missiles, while the U.S. is expected to follow with ATACMS. Friday’s summit between U.S. President Biden and UK PM Sir Keir Starmer is expected to finalize the plan, with details possibly revealed at the UN General Assembly later this month.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is meeting US President Joe Biden in Washington to discuss allowing Ukraine to use Western missiles against targets in Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has been pushing for permission to use long-range US ATACMS and British Storm Shadows. While the US may approve missile use, it insists the weapons must not be provided by the US. Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that such actions would escalate the conflict. The talks follow US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy’s visit to Kyiv.

Former Abercrombie & Fitch CEO Mike Jeffries and his partner facing allegations of sexual exploitation and abuse from multiple individuals. The accusers claim they were promised modeling opportunities, but instead experienced coercive and illicit activities. One alleged victim, Luke, recounts a 2011 encounter in a Spanish hotel, where he found a dimly lit room with erotic photos and Abercrombie & Fitch-clad assistants. The allegations mirror previous concerns about Jeffries' behavior during his 1992-2014 tenure. Authorities are investigating the claims. Abercrombie & Fitch has not commented on the latest allegations. The company previously faced criticism for Jeffries' leadership and company culture.

King Charles III welcomed New Zealand's women's rugby team, the Black Ferns, to Buckingham Palace ahead of their test match against England's Red Roses. The team, in London for a showdown at Twickenham Stadium, met with the King and senior rugby officials. The King was introduced to the Black Ferns' captains and 28-player squad, including support staff. In a heartwarming moment, the team surprised the King with a group hug.

US President Joe Biden is resisting pressure to allow American-made ATACMS long-range missiles to be used inside Russian territory, fearing it could escalate conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East. However, Biden is likely to approve the use of British-made Storm Shadow missiles in Russia, assisted by American targeting technology. This decision follows discussions with UK leader Sir Keir Starmer, aimed at lifting the ban on using Storm Shadows beyond Ukraine. Ukraine argues that firing these missiles into Russia would disrupt supply lines and target bombers attacking Ukrainian forces. ATACMS missiles, with a range of 190 miles, would provide Ukraine similar capabilities.

During a meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House, US President Joe Biden lost his temper with a British reporter who questioned him about Vladimir Putin's threat regarding Ukraine's use of long-range missiles. Biden told the Sky News correspondent to "be quiet" and said, "I am going to make a statement here." After the meeting, Biden downplayed Putin's threat, stating, "I don't think much about Vladimir Putin." In his remarks with Starmer, Biden reaffirmed US support for Ukraine, asserting that Putin will not prevail in the war and that the US is committed to aiding Ukraine against Russian aggression.

Pope Francis urged American Catholics to "choose the lesser evil" in the upcoming US elections, criticizing both Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Speaking on his flight from Singapore to Rome, the Pope condemned Harris’s support for abortion rights, calling it an "assassination," and denounced Trump’s plan to deport millions of immigrants as a "grave" sin. The Pope’s remarks are seen as a surprising intervention in US politics, as he advised voters to make their choices based on moral considerations. His comments come as the November elections approach, highlighting his concerns over the ethical implications of the candidates' positions.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced new sanctions against Russian media outlet RT, accusing it of acting as an arm of Russia's intelligence apparatus. Blinken stated that RT and other Russian-backed media have covertly worked to undermine US democracy, with cyber operational capabilities linked to Russian intelligence. RT live-streamed Blinken's remarks, dismissing them as a "US conspiracy theory." Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova mocked the sanctions, suggesting a new profession in the US for Russian sanction specialists. RT’s editor-in-chief Margarita Simonyan, who was recently sanctioned, responded by highlighting that many RT staff had studied in the US, some with American funding.

Illia Yefimchyk, the Belarusian bodybuilder famed for his 6-foot frame and 340-pound weight, passed away at 36 after suffering a heart attack. Dubbed "The Mutant" in bodybuilding circles, Yefimchyk fell into a coma on September 6 and died on September 11. Despite his impressive 600-pound bench press and 700-pound deadlift, Yefimchyk never competed professionally but gained popularity online. His wife, Anna, performed chest compressions before the ambulance arrived, but doctors confirmed brain failure after a brief recovery. His death follows recent losses in the bodybuilding world, including Neil Currey and Antonio Souza.

The US is considering giving Ukraine permission to use American-supplied long-range missiles against Russian targets. The potential decision comes as Iran is reportedly supplying arms to Russia. This could expand Ukraine’s capabilities to strike deeper into Russian territory, with cities like Oryol within range. Civilians express concerns about the threat, although military targets such as rocket launchers and runways would be the focus. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Washington hasn’t ruled out providing these missiles, with Russian citizens remaining divided over the escalating conflict.