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Uncovering the secrets of New Zealand’s elusive ‘jungle penguins’
Researchers in New Zealand’s Fiordland are studying the elusive tawaki penguin, discovering the forest-dwelling species numbers roughly three times higher than previously estimated and exhibits unique behaviors unlike other penguins.
Brazil sees record fall in Amazon deforestation as key election looms
Brazil reports record drops in Amazon and savanna deforestation ahead of a presidential run-off election where environmental policy is a central campaign issue.
Sidewalk sleepers: They have nowhere else to stay while a loved one is in the hospital
Families accompanying hospitalized loved ones in New Delhi sleep on sidewalks outside major hospitals because they cannot afford local lodging, creating informal communities while seeking critical medical care.
Rare pink diamond goes on display in France 100 years after amateur heist
A rare nine-carat pink diamond stolen from a French château in October 1926 and recovered from a hollowed-out apple is going on public display for the first time since the theft.
Decades after apartheid, South Africans seek justice for crimes of the past
Decades after apartheid ended in South Africa, survivors and families of victims are pursuing legal action seeking justice and reparations for crimes committed during the brutal regime.
UAE agrees with Saudi Arabia to re-enter Yemen conflict amid Houthi gains
The UAE has agreed to re-enter Yemen’s conflict by resuming payments to government forces fighting Houthis, with Saudi Arabia providing air cover in response to escalating Iranian-aligned militant advances.
CJP, Abhijeet Dipke: ‘Cockroach’ party founder detained ahead of Central Park Delhi protest
Abhijeet Dipke, founder of India’s Cockroach Janta Party, was detained ahead of a Delhi protest demanding the election chief’s resignation over alleged voter list manipulation.
Albanian protests turn violent: What we know
Albania experienced violent clashes between protesters and police across multiple cities this week, marking an escalation from months of earlier peaceful demonstrations against government policies and corruption allegations.
Oregon teacher fought school attacker before armed dad killed suspect
A teacher in Oregon tackled a teenage shooter in her classroom while a father who happened to pass the school intervened with a legally concealed pistol, fatally stopping the attacker.
Ukraine war briefing: Russia building non-negotiable ‘security zone’ inside Ukrainian border, Putin declares
Russia declares a 660km security zone inside Ukraine’s border as non-negotiable for peace talks, while Trump pauses sanctions and Ukraine faces intensifying attacks killing civilians.
Cameroonians await government reshuffle after Biya’s return
Cameroonians anticipate a government reshuffle following President Paul Biya’s return in August after a 10-week absence, though no appointments have been announced months later.
Southern California wildfire engulfs homes, prompts evacuation orders
A fast-spreading wildfire in Orange County has destroyed multiple homes and forced evacuations of about 16,000 residents, with firefighters battling the blaze from ground and air.
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Katie Zacharia’s five days as press secretary expose flaws in Trump’s TV-driven hiring
Katie Zacharia departed her role as White House press secretary after five days, following a poor briefing debut and scrutiny over her legal background, highlighting Trump’s reliance on television appeal for hiring decisions.
Trump in Georgia falsely claims election of Jon Ossoff was illegitimate
Trump held a rally in Georgia where he reiterated claims about the 2020 election and attacked Senator Jon Ossoff’s legitimacy ahead of Ossoff’s upcoming Senate race against Mike Collins.
Key player in false Talarico rumor has history of online posts invoking Nazi Germany
An influencer who promoted false claims about a political candidate’s hospitalization has a documented history of social media posts containing antisemitic content, racist remarks, and favorable references to Nazi Germany, according to reporting.
Federal court dismisses suit against New York’s sanctuary laws in a loss for Trump administration
A federal court dismissed the Trump administration’s lawsuit challenging New York City’s sanctuary laws, marking another defeat for the government in similar cases filed against multiple cities.
US voters want more action on global heating. Why are Democrats and Republicans staying silent?
Most American voters express concern about climate change and want political leaders to address the crisis, yet candidates in midterm races across eight battleground states have largely avoided discussing the issue on campaign trails.
All the president’s women: a familiar downward trajectory in Trump’s cabinet
Half of Trump’s eight female cabinet officials have resigned or been fired within months, all replaced by men, while male counterparts facing similar scrutiny have retained their positions.
‘Too big to rig’: No Kings movement heads to the polls to boost early voting
The No Kings coalition is organizing thousands of early voting events across all 50 states on Saturday, aiming to make it the largest single day of early voting in US history ahead of the November midterm elections.
Republican Susan Collins dismisses allegations of corruption as ‘completely false’
Republican Senator Susan Collins denies allegations she traded federal contracts for campaign contributions, calling them “completely false” and recycled from prior investigations that found no wrongdoing.
Paxton v Talarico: tens of millions of dollars pour into closely watched Texas Senate race
Elon Musk has donated over $168 million to support Republican Ken Paxton in a closely watched Texas Senate race against Democrat James Talarico, as tens of millions flood the competitive contest.
Matt Gaetz accused in suit of sex trafficking two women in Florida
Former Republican congressman Matt Gaetz faces a civil lawsuit alleging he participated in sex trafficking two women in Florida between 2017 and 2019. Gaetz denies the allegations.
US justice department sues California over alleged noncitizen voting
The US Justice Department sued California to block vote tabulation from individuals it identified as noncitizens, providing 20,000+ names via an unsecured USB drive with a 48-hour deadline.
Trump’s new press secretary says it’s ‘unknown’ how much she’ll deal with media
Trump’s new press secretary Katie Zacharia says it remains uncertain how frequently she will engage with reporters or conduct briefings, while facing scrutiny over her legal credentials.
Trump wants more Afrikaner refugees while others are stuck due to his ‘cruel’ policies
Trump plans to cap US refugee admissions at 17,500 for fiscal year 2027, with priority given to white South African Afrikaners, prompting criticism from refugee rights groups.
US ‘betrayal’ over Starlink undermines Ukrainian defense | First Thing
Ukraine’s president has accused US President Trump of throttling Starlink access, claiming it undermines drone operations and air defense systems critical to defending against Russian attacks.
Republican Susan Collins dismisses allegations of corruption as ‘completely false’
Republican Senator Susan Collins dismissed allegations that she traded federal contracts for campaign cash as ‘completely false’ after an ethics complaint was filed against her ahead of midterm elections.
Hegseth church allies backed plan for ‘public’ execution of Fort Hood shooter
Defense Secretary Hegseth announced plans to livestream the execution of Nidal Hasan before President Trump cancelled the proposal. Some religious allies of Hegseth had supported the public execution plan.
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Skydance’s David Ellison tells CNBC combined company is ‘positioned to win in every single vertical’
Skydance co-CEO David Ellison stated the combined company following Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery’s merger is well-positioned across all business segments with over 200 million streaming subscribers.
Why are more roofs not made of solar tiles?
Solar roof tiles offer aesthetic benefits over traditional panels but face challenges in cost, efficiency, and installation complexity, with Tesla’s recent market exit reshaping the industry landscape.
From BJ’s to Lululemon, retailers are trimming assortments to boost business
Retailers including Dollar General, Under Armour, BJ’s Wholesale Club, and Lululemon are reducing product selections to boost profitability amid consumer spending pressures and excess inventory challenges.
FAA warns U.S. airlines of safety risks over Saudi Arabia after attacks
The FAA warned U.S. airlines of safety risks over Saudi Arabia following Houthi attacks that closed Riyadh’s airport and killed at least 12 people.
Starbucks says it is not buying Chipotle after takeover speculation
Starbucks denied reports it was considering acquiring Chipotle Mexican Grill, calling an end to days of speculation about a potential megadeal between the two major restaurant companies.
Royal Mail: Hundreds of staff quitting each week under new efficiency plans
Royal Mail is losing about 400 postal workers weekly since introducing a new delivery system earlier this year, according to the Communication Workers Union, raising concerns about service quality during the busy Christmas period.
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Hacks of 2 federal agencies in a month have spilled a bonanza of sensitive data
The Pentagon is notifying 2 million people of a monthslong network breach exposing sensitive military personnel records. This marks the second major federal cybersecurity incident this month involving stolen government data.
Hackers obtain counterfeit TLS certificates for Google and other large services
Attackers compromised three country-code domain registries to obtain unauthorized TLS certificates for Google and other major online services, Google confirmed this week.
Apple unveils new smart home devices that showcase upgraded Siri AI
Apple unveiled new smart home devices including the HomeView, a $299 wall-mounted display featuring an upgraded Siri AI assistant designed to control connected home devices starting next month.
Topgolf saved over $11.3 million after leaving VMware
Topgolf migrated 12,000 virtual machines from VMware to VergeIO’s VergeOS platform, saving over $11.3 million in infrastructure costs while avoiding a 400 percent cost increase under Broadcom’s ownership.
Porn showing choking or incest to be banned from early November, government says
England and Wales will ban online pornography depicting strangulation, incest, and adults role-playing as children starting 6 November, following a 2025 review on porn regulation.
The power of AI is worrying senior Labour figures – as is the fear of ‘falling behind the public’
Senior Labour figures are increasingly concerned about artificial intelligence threats, with government officials warning of concentrated power in bad actors’ hands and risks from hacking and bioweapons.
SpaceX’s ambitious, pricey gamble to replace AT&T and Verizon
SpaceX has acquired significant wireless spectrum and announced plans to become a major mobile carrier, challenging AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile with an advanced network combining satellite and terrestrial infrastructure.
MCP for agent-to-agent comms may be the riskiest protocol you’ve never heard of
A new protocol enabling AI agent communications contains trust gaps that allow attackers to spread malicious instructions between agents, exploiting vulnerabilities across multiple organizations including Google and JP Morgan Chase.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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Bolivia’s Energy Crisis Deepens as Natural Gas Reserves Run Dry
Bolivia faces a severe energy crisis as natural gas reserves deplete and decades of underinvestment leave the country struggling with fuel shortages and economic decline.
Europe Braces for a Winter Energy Crisis as Gas Reserves Run Low
Europe faces a potential winter energy crisis as gas reserves fall to their lowest levels since 2022, with prices doubling amid Middle East supply constraints and threats to infrastructure.
Scrap windfall tax on oil and gas firms early, North Sea industry urges
The North Sea oil and gas industry is calling on the Labour government to scrap its windfall tax on fossil fuel firms three years early, citing investment and job protection needs.
Fossil fuel advertising contracts at all-time high in 2026
A new report finds 1,321 active contracts between fossil fuel companies and advertising agencies in 2026, the highest number ever recorded, as oil firms invest profits in image management campaigns.
What is Burnham’s GB Grid plan and could it bring down energy bills?
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham unveiled Great British Grid, a government-backed entity designed to increase competition in electricity infrastructure investment and potentially lower energy bills through public-private partnerships and faster grid connections.
Oil Prices Are Stuck at $105 as Geopolitical Risks Mount
Brent crude held steady near $105 per barrel this week as Iranian tanker attacks and multiple geopolitical conflicts maintained upward pressure on oil markets amid dwindling hurricane-related production outages.
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Interactive: Tracking negotiating texts at the COP17 biodiversity summit
Diplomats from 196 countries will gather in Yerevan next week to negotiate biodiversity conservation decisions at a UN summit marking the halfway point of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.
America’s AI ambitions threaten Indigenous lands in the Philippines
The Philippines is moving forward with a U.S.-led semiconductor and AI manufacturing hub in Central Luzon, prompting protests from Indigenous groups and activists who view it as a resource grab threatening ancestral lands.
Education In The News
AAUP Opposes Accreditor’s Intellectual Diversity Proposal
The American Association of University Professors is opposing a major accreditor’s new proposal to evaluate colleges on “intellectual diversity,” calling the standard vague and tied to conservative criticism of higher education.
Democratic Senators Criticize ED for Front-Loading Grants
Two Democratic senators criticize the Education Department for front-loading grants, contending the practice withheld approximately $630 million from new recipients across 35 programs.
New Analysis Finds NIH Awarded 7,400 Fewer Grants
NIH awarded nearly 12 percent fewer grants in fiscal year 2026 compared to 2024, according to an analysis from the Association of American Medical Colleges released Thursday.
Grand Canyon U Moves Toward Opening Christian Law School
The Arizona Supreme Court approved a new Christian law school at Grand Canyon University, with enrollment expected to begin in 2027 to help address Arizona’s attorney shortage.
Why This Governor Wants to Ban H-1B Visas for Teachers—and Why Schools Use Them
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott proposes banning H-1B visa use for hiring international teachers, citing concerns about foreign influence in schools. The move affects over 270 visa-holding educators in Texas and could prompt similar action in other states.
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