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Switzerland is a neutral nation but has more nuclear bunkers than any country in the world
Switzerland, a neutral nation, maintains more than 370,000 nuclear bomb shelters—the world’s largest network—guaranteeing every citizen a shelter space despite the Cold War’s end.
Spanish police arrest 78 people in bust of ‘one of largest’ smuggling networks
Spanish police arrested 78 people across Spain and Algeria in a bust of a major smuggling network that trafficked drugs, migrants, and weapons across the western Mediterranean using high-speed boats.
Russian drones target medics, hospitals and ambulances in Ukraine
Russian drone and missile attacks on Ukrainian medical facilities have dramatically increased, with healthcare workers and ambulances frequently targeted despite international protections under the Geneva Conventions.
Private prisons announce $1.4 billion in revenue as immigration detentions climb
America’s two largest private prison companies reported combined quarterly revenue of $1.4 billion as immigration detention approaches record levels, with both firms expanding into monitoring technologies and facility operations.
The Women’s Professional Baseball League makes its historic debut
The Women’s Professional Baseball League launched its inaugural season on August 1 in Springfield, Illinois, drawing thousands of fans and marking a historic milestone for women’s baseball in the United States.
2 drones spotted flying over German military base after drone with explosives found at cargo airport
Two drones were spotted flying over a German military base days after authorities discovered a drone carrying explosives at a major cargo airport in Leipzig.
Child among three dead in Russian nightly strikes near Kyiv
At least three people, including a child, were killed in overnight Russian ballistic missile strikes near Kyiv, as Ukraine faces critical shortages of Western-donated air defense interceptors.
Todd Blanche, Trump’s ex-lawyer, narrowly confirmed as attorney general
Trump’s former lawyer Todd Blanche has been narrowly confirmed as U.S. attorney general in a 50-49 Senate vote, with two Republicans joining all Democrats in opposition.
US offers $1bn to Colombia on new right-wing president’s first day of office
The US pledged $1 billion to Colombia on its new right-wing president’s inauguration day, as he vowed an aggressive crackdown on drug cartels and criminal organizations.
UAE says Iran targeted ADNOC tanker in Strait of Hormuz, no casualties
The UAE accused Iran of striking an ADNOC tanker with a missile in the Strait of Hormuz, drawing condemnation from Gulf and Arab governments. The company reported 15 vessels attacked since the conflict began.
Lebanon ‘detains’ former al-Assad-era general, weighs handing him to Syria
Lebanese authorities have arrested a former Syrian general who served under ousted President Bashar al-Assad, with officials considering whether to extradite him to Syria to face charges.
Serbia and Ukraine pledge closer economic ties, eye free trade deal
Serbia and Ukraine pledged to finalize a long-stalled free trade agreement by year-end, with Serbian President Vucic hosting Ukrainian counterpart Zelenskyy in Belgrade and committing economic cooperation and humanitarian support.
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Blanche wins support for attorney general from GOP Sen. Cassidy, likely paving way for confirmation
Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy announced support for Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination, likely securing confirmation despite opposition from two GOP senators over concerns regarding Trump-related settlement provisions.
Judge approves Trump effort to end South Sudan TPS protections
A federal judge approved the Trump administration’s effort to end temporary protected status for South Sudanese nationals in the U.S., following a Supreme Court ruling that allowed similar protections to be stripped from Haitian and Syrian immigrants.
Mark Cruz to lead Indian Health Service amid staffing and infrastructure challenges
Mark Cruz, a Klamath Tribes citizen, was confirmed by the Senate to lead the Indian Health Service, which provides healthcare to approximately 2.8 million Native Americans and Alaska Natives.
Senate passes funding bill to prevent shutdown through US midterms
The Senate passed a government funding bill with bipartisan support to prevent a shutdown through the November midterm elections, though House approval remains pending.
How Troy Jackson went from Maine logger to the Democratic nominee for Senate against Susan Collins
Troy Jackson, a fifth-generation Maine logger, became the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate and will challenge five-term Republican incumbent Susan Collins in a race that could affect chamber control.
A pillar of environmental enforcement is targeted by Trump and Musk’s AI company
Conservative legal activists and Elon Musk’s AI company are challenging the constitutional validity of citizen suits, a decades-old enforcement mechanism allowing private groups and local governments to sue over violations of major federal laws.
Darline Graham tests value of a famous name vs. lack of experience in South Carolina primary
Darline Graham, appointed to replace her late brother Lindsey Graham in the U.S. Senate, faces skepticism from Republican voters despite endorsements from President Trump and party leadership over her limited political experience.
ICE says it expects to equip every field officer with body cameras by the end of August
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement says it will equip all field officers with body cameras by end of August, though the agency retains discretion over public release of footage.
Justice Department says Duke Law School illegally considered race in admissions
The Justice Department accused Duke Law School of unlawfully considering race in admissions, claiming the school used proxy factors like diversity essays to maintain racial preferences despite a 2023 Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action.
Trump orders new 15% tariff on key material for solar panels and microchips
President Trump has ordered a 15% tariff on imported polysilicon, a key material for semiconductor and solar panel production, set to take effect in December to strengthen US supply chains.
Haitians face arrest and deportation after US removes TPS protections
The Trump administration has terminated temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians, allowing deportations to resume despite Haiti being on the US “do not travel” advisory list.
Will Mississippi send a Black Democrat to the US Senate? Scott Colom says don’t count him out
Scott Colom, a Black Democratic prosecutor, is challenging Republican Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith in Mississippi, a state where Democrats face significant electoral headwinds but demographic shifts may create unexpected opportunities.
First Thing: Soaring oil profits from US-Iran conflict drive calls for windfall tax
Oil companies have generated substantial profits from the Iran conflict, prompting calls from Democratic lawmakers for a windfall tax on fossil fuel gains to provide relief to American consumers.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Hawaii’s state primary
Hawaii voters will decide races for lieutenant governor, congressional seats, and state legislative positions in Saturday’s primary, with a corruption scandal involving the current lieutenant governor shadowing the race.
Senate passes Russia sanctions bill that was long championed by Lindsey Graham
The Senate passed an 86-11 bipartisan Russia sanctions bill Friday that was championed by the late Senator Lindsey Graham before his death last month.
Another court blocks White House ballroom work, teeing up a Supreme Court review
A federal appeals court ordered the Trump administration to halt White House ballroom construction, ruling Congress must approve the project. The decision is likely headed to the Supreme Court.
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Paramount concessions lead UK to approve takeover of Warner Bros
The UK government has approved Paramount’s $110bn acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery after the company agreed to conditions protecting British content and news editorial independence through 2034.
UK house prices flat in July, says Lloyds, as buyers struggle with affordability
UK house prices remained flat in July at an average of £299,253, as buyers contended with elevated mortgage rates and affordability challenges, according to Lloyds data.
Union calls for robust review of OBR over fears it holds back economic growth
The TUC is calling for a comprehensive review of the Office for Budget Responsibility, arguing its forecasting methodology constrains economic growth and public investment.
Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters
England’s government has delayed decisions on e-scooter regulation for six years despite widespread trials. Concerns about safety, illegal private ownership, and enforcement challenges continue mounting.
Why Texas is betting ‘Y’all Street’ can take on Wall Street
Goldman Sachs is constructing an 800,000-square-foot Dallas campus planned to open in 2028 with space for over 5,000 workers, symbolizing Wall Street’s growing expansion into Texas as the state attracts major corporations and financial institutions.
Healey urged to be bold on borrowing in first test of Burnham’s growth pledge
New Chancellor John Healey faces pressure to increase public investment while adhering to fiscal rules, with economists suggesting greater borrowing flexibility through existing or new mechanisms.
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Now, defenders are embracing the prompt injection, too
Security researchers have developed a defensive technique called context bombing that uses prompt injections to shut down AI hacking agents before they can compromise systems.
The US government warns that Russia state hackers are coming after your router
U.S. federal authorities are urging home and small office router users to secure their devices as Russian state hackers exploit poorly configured networks for malicious purposes.
Windows 0-day drops the same day Microsoft releases record number of patches
A researcher published exploit code for a Windows zero-day vulnerability allowing low-privilege accounts to compromise administrator accounts, prompting Microsoft to investigate amid a record patch release.
Sheetz is quitting VMware, migrating 11,000 virtual machines
Sheetz convenience store chain is migrating approximately 11,000 virtual machines from VMware to StorMagic’s SvHCI platform across its 838 locations, citing Broadcom’s pricing changes and mandatory subscription model.
Microsoft unveils AI security tools it says outperform competing platforms
Microsoft introduced new AI security tools designed to identify and reduce security risks, claiming they outperform competitors and cost less than alternative platforms.
Max-severity Exchange server flaw under active exploitation by Kremlin hackers
Russian state hackers are exploiting a critical Microsoft Exchange Server vulnerability to install advanced malware through phishing emails, gaining persistent access that survives credential rotation and device re-imaging.
US water facilities targeted by ‘malicious cyber actors’ – who’s to blame?
Federal authorities warned that malicious cyber actors targeted water and wastewater facilities across at least seven US states, with Minnesota experiencing disruptions affecting 30 water systems.
An Amazon data center could have the worst polluting power plant in the country
Amazon is investing in a new natural gas power plant in West Texas that could become one of the largest greenhouse gas producers in the US, designed primarily to power its data center operations.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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Hydrogen Trains Get Headlines. Battery Trains Get Used.
India’s first hydrogen passenger train arrives with impressive credentials, but railway operators prioritize reliability and long-term operational viability over headline-grabbing technological records.
Russia’s Labor Shortage Worsens as Central Asian Workers Stay Away
Russia’s labor migration from Central Asia fell 15 percent in the first half of 2026, worsening the country’s critical worker shortage amid stricter policies and competing recruitment efforts.
Energy Affordability Trumps Climate in US Midterm Races
Rising US electricity and gasoline prices are becoming central campaign issues in the November midterm elections, with candidates prioritizing energy affordability over climate concerns and data center expansion facing increasing scrutiny.
EU Locks In Plan To Triple Energy Storage Capacity By 2030
European Union energy ministers agreed to triple energy storage capacity by 2030, adding roughly 30-35 gigawatt-hours of new capacity by 2028 to address mounting energy security concerns.
The Road To Green Hydrogen Is Paved With Deuterium
Startup Aternium is building a green hydrogen facility in Delaware that co-produces deuterium oxide, targeting industries seeking alternatives to natural gas-derived hydrogen amid shifting federal policy.
Supercritical COâ‚‚ Is Useful. The System Claims Are The Problem.
Supercritical COâ‚‚ has genuine industrial applications, but scaling the technology to support large-scale carbon capture and storage faces significant challenges including massive infrastructure costs, safety risks, and competing alternatives.
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Sadiq Khan calls on Andy Burnham to commit to climate action as pressure grows over North Sea oil
London Mayor Sadiq Khan urges Prime Minister Andy Burnham to reaffirm climate commitments and reduce UK reliance on oil and gas amid summer drought and wildfires, as pressure grows over North Sea drilling decisions.
Trump is blocking billions of dollars of grants that would fix the grid
The Trump administration has terminated billions in Department of Energy grants for grid infrastructure projects, halting work to improve power reliability and reduce outages across the country.
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‘Without this it’s all just tourists’: the fight to save Soho’s last primary school
Soho Parish C of E Primary School, the last remaining primary school in an area that once had 16, faces closure due to declining enrollment and financial pressures following the pandemic.
White paint, trees or air con? What parents and teachers can do to cool UK’s overheating schools
UK schools faced extreme heat this summer, forcing closures. Experts recommend parents and teachers collaborate with schools and local authorities to implement cooling solutions ranging from tree planting to air conditioning.
The island without child care for babies
KauaÊ»i, Hawaii’s only major island without center-based infant and toddler care for 15+ years, faces a severe shortage affecting families and workforce retention as housing costs and staffing challenges persist.
AI Gains Ground as a College-Search Tool for Parents
About one-third of parents navigating college admissions are using AI tools to research institutions, according to a survey by education consulting firm EAB. Most found AI helpful for understanding specific colleges, with 34% discovering previously unknown schools through these technologies.
What is ‘Linguistic’ Phonics and Why Are Some Schools Adopting It?
Schools across the U.S. are adopting “linguistic phonics,” a method that emphasizes teaching speech-to-sound patterns through reading and writing practice rather than explicit language rules. However, research comparing this approach to other phonics methods remains limited.
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