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The 60-day deadline for an Iran peace deal is expiring. Here’s where things stand
A 60-day deadline set by a June peace agreement between the U.S. and Iran has expired, with the two sides further apart on resolving the conflict and nuclear disputes than when negotiations began.
Zambia elections: Hakainde Hichilema re-elected president as main rival goes into hiding over alleged threats
Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema secured re-election with 60% of the vote for a second five-year term, while his main challenger went into hiding over alleged threats.
Many recent grads say AI is making it harder to get a job. Economists aren’t so sure
Recent college graduates report difficulty finding jobs and cite AI as a potential factor, but economists offer mixed views on whether AI is the primary cause of tight entry-level hiring.
‘Migration has been weaponised’: Italy’s security law criticised after death of Moroccan man in police restraint
A 42-year-old Moroccan-born man died during police restraint in Bologna, sparking protests and renewed scrutiny of Italy’s security law that shields officers from prosecution.
‘Our task is to laugh at these enemies’: the Ukrainian unit posting drone videos of Russian soldiers’ last moments
Ukrainian military unit Magyar’s Birds produces drone footage of Russian soldiers’ deaths as propaganda, with videos edited for shock value and distributed on social media to demoralize enemies.
Lake Kariba disaster: Death toll from Zimbabwe ferry accident rises to 93
A ferry disaster on Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba has killed 93 people, marking the country’s deadliest transport accident. The overloaded vessel capsized when struck by a strong wave a week ago.
Tupac’s murder was act of revenge, prosecutors allege in trial’s opening day
Prosecutors allege former gang leader Duane “Keffe D” Davis orchestrated the 1996 drive-by shooting that killed rapper Tupac Shakur in retaliation for a beating of Davis’s nephew earlier that day.
Iran prepares to keep economy alive as US threatens further sanctions
The US announced plans for unprecedented economic sanctions against Iran while a memorandum of understanding expired, as Tehran prepares countermeasures to maintain its economy amid blockades and international isolation.
Disney and ABC sue Trump’s media regulator to stop early licence renewal
Disney and ABC filed a lawsuit to stop the Trump administration’s early broadcast licence renewal process, claiming the network is being unfairly targeted over editorial content.
US judge says government can revoke deportation protections for Ethiopians
A US federal judge ruled that the Trump administration can revoke Temporary Protected Status for over 5,000 Ethiopians, removing the final judicial obstacle to the termination.
US seeks to revive criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
The Trump administration seeks to revive criminal charges against Salvadoran national Kilmar Abrego Garcia, whose wrongful deportation sparked scrutiny of US immigration authorities.
US Justice Department denies whistleblower claims on anti-Semitism probes
A whistleblower alleges that the Trump administration predetermined findings that prestigious universities violated civil rights law regarding anti-Semitism, while the Justice Department disputes the allegations.
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Trump reportedly casts mail-in ballot in Florida Republican primary
President Trump cast a mail-in ballot in Florida’s Republican primary, according to voting records and White House confirmation, marking at least his third use of mail-in voting.
Minnesota governor signs order to slow down any mining efforts in Boundary Waters wilderness
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed an executive order to prevent state review of mining permits in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, four months after Congress and the Trump administration lifted a federal mining ban.
Appeals court says Trump-appointed US attorney in Nevada can’t legally serve in the role
An appeals court ruled that Trump-appointed U.S. attorney Sigal Chattah in Nevada served unlawfully, marking another setback in the administration’s effort to extend prosecutors beyond legally permitted limits.
Senator presses Hegseth, Caine for commitment to keep US military out of the midterm elections
Michigan Senator Elissa Slotkin has requested written assurances from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the Joint Chiefs chairman that the Pentagon will not deploy federal troops to polling places during November’s midterm elections.
Preservation group urges Supreme Court to suspend Trump’s White House ballroom project
A historic preservation group asked the Supreme Court to halt President Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom project, disputing the administration’s authority to proceed without congressional approval.
Governors’ races are being increasingly buffeted by the toxic politics of data centers
Governors in key electoral states are shifting their positions on data centers ahead of midterm elections, imposing stricter requirements on the energy-intensive facilities amid growing public opposition.
‘An overstep’: Navajo Code Talker descendants criticize New Mexico’s new plan for museum
New Mexico is building a scaled-down Navajo Code Talker museum in Farmington outside the Navajo Nation, prompting criticism from descendants who say they weren’t consulted about the relocated project.
Embattled Florida Republican Rep. Cory Mills fights to keep his House seat
Republican Rep. Cory Mills faces a House Ethics Committee investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct and campaign finance violations while seeking reelection in Florida’s 7th Congressional District.
Trump’s move to gut South Korea alliance is ‘inane, haphazard decision’, lawmakers say
President Trump ordered scaled-back military exercises with South Korea, citing his relationship with North Korea’s Kim Jong-un. Congressional lawmakers criticized the decision as shortsighted and warned it could strengthen Russia’s position in Ukraine.
Trump administration pauses border construction in Big Bend national park
The Trump administration paused border wall construction in Big Bend National Park on Monday as Customs and Border Protection evaluates the controversial Texas project amid environmental concerns.
Supreme Court asked to review Texas law requiring the Ten Commandments in public schools
Civil rights advocates asked the Supreme Court to review a Texas law requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments, challenging what they view as state-sponsored religious expression in classrooms.
Lawsuit Challenges NH Student ID Voter Restriction
A voting rights organization filed suit challenging a New Hampshire law that bars student IDs as valid voter identification, arguing it disproportionately impacts young voters without driver’s licenses.
Election denier Tina Peters to be hired as elections consultant in conservative California county
Shasta County’s election official plans to hire former Colorado election denier Tina Peters, recently released from prison, as an elections consultant, drawing criticism from state and federal officials.
White House launches personal attack on CNN reporter over question to Trump
The White House launched personal attacks against CNN reporter Kristen Holmes after she questioned Trump about comments made by a Democratic senator regarding the president’s conduct.
What to watch Tuesday: Redistricting scrambles Florida as Alaska pits Dan Sullivan v. Dan Sullivan
Primary elections Tuesday in Florida, Alaska, Wyoming and California will shape the midterm contests this fall, with races featuring redistricting fallout, establishment-progressive battles and multiple candidates sharing identical surnames.
Top Democrats tussle in Florida primary but progressive liberalism not on menu
Democratic candidates in Florida’s primary elections are emphasizing moderate positions rather than progressive platforms, as analysts note that the brand of liberalism succeeding elsewhere may not resonate with conservative-leaning Florida voters.
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HHS moves to tighten oversight of food ingredients as safety concerns mount
The HHS announced proposals to require manufacturers to notify the FDA when ingredients qualify as “Generally Recognized as Safe” and submitted a federal definition of ultra-processed foods for review.
Asking prices for newly listed homes in UK’s richest borough fall by £100k in one month
Average asking prices for newly listed homes in Britain’s richest borough have fallen by nearly £100,000 in one month amid intense seller competition and a cooling housing market.
Half of homes in Great Britain taking longer to sell than last year amid mortgage volatility
Half of homes in Great Britain are selling more slowly than the previous year due to mortgage market volatility linked to Middle East conflict, with regional disparities widening as buyers adopt cautious strategies.
Job vacancies at five-year low as smaller firms scale back recruitment
Job vacancies have declined to their lowest level in over five years, with smaller businesses reducing recruitment due to rising labour costs and operating expenses.
Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley tightens hold on Hugo Boss
Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group increased its stake in Hugo Boss to 48% after shareholders accepted a takeover offer, positioning the retail billionaire closer to full control of the German fashion house.
The grueling fight over who profits from AI music
The music industry faces uncertainty as generative AI platforms raise questions about who profits when AI models train on existing songs without explicit permission or compensation.
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HP fined 1.4 billion rupees for “cartelization” of ink cartridges, toner, PCs
India’s Competition Commission fined HP and reseller partners 1.4 billion rupees for colluding to raise prices on computers, ink cartridges, and toner through bid rigging and market allocation schemes.
TreeSize won’t renew perpetual-license support unless users subscribe
JAM Software has changed TreeSize’s support policy, requiring perpetual license holders to subscribe to continue receiving updates and support after their maintenance period ends.
Thousands of servers can be backdoored by exploiting buggy motherboard controllers
Researchers disclosed critical vulnerabilities in baseboard management controllers from major server manufacturers, revealing thousands of Internet-connected devices can be remotely compromised to gain persistent datacenter access.
Secondhand booksellers in UK and Ireland suspect AI firms behind ‘strange’ bulk orders
Secondhand booksellers across the UK and Ireland report unusual bulk orders from mystery buyers, sparking speculation that AI companies are acquiring texts for training data.
OpenAI launches ChatGPT for Teens with new safety features
OpenAI has introduced ChatGPT for Teens, a version with safety features including voice response controls, break reminders, and parental alerts for concerning content requests.
Microsoft Copilot reveals secret input that allowed it to be hacked
Researchers discovered that Microsoft 365 Copilot could be tricked into revealing an undocumented parameter that bypassed security protections, allowing attackers to steal passwords through a single malicious link click.
Meta’s legal jeopardy is growing by the day
Meta faces mounting legal challenges including a multi-state lawsuit starting Tuesday, with attorneys general seeking $200 billion in damages over allegedly addictive product design and child harm.
Comcast is turning millions of its routers into motion detectors
Comcast is enabling motion detection on millions of existing Xfinity routers through a free app update, using Wi-Fi signal disruption to monitor home activity without additional hardware.
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BP to develop offshore gasfield in Venezuela with firms linked to Trump administration
BP has partnered with firms linked to the Trump administration to develop an offshore gasfield in Venezuela, marking one of the first major foreign investments since the US-backed change of government in January.
Move Local Energy Goals Forward: Apply to the Energy Technology Innovation Partnership Project
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Energy Technology Innovation Partnership Project is accepting applications from coastal, remote, and island communities seeking affordable energy solutions with support from national laboratories and regional organizations.
More Renewables Lead To Lower Demand For Methane In Europe
Renewable energy sources have surpassed methane-fired generation across Europe, marking a structural shift in the continent’s power market driven by rapid wind and solar capacity expansion since 2022.
Thousands of Comments Shared with Governor Katie Hobbs Passionately Oppose Desert Southwest Gas Pipeline
Environmental groups delivered approximately 2,000 public comments to Arizona’s governor opposing the Desert Southwest Pipeline, which would transport methane gas to power data centers across the Southwest region.
Oil Majors Double Profits in Europe in Latest Quarter
Eight major oil companies earned €7.5 billion in excess profits across Europe in the first half of 2026, prompting calls for a permanent windfall tax on petroleum producers.
The Case for Britain Backing Its North Sea Oil and Gas Industry
Britain faces a choice between producing more North Sea oil and gas domestically or importing more from overseas, with significant economic and employment implications as ministers consider the Jackdaw and Rosebank projects.
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Floods can leave communities facing higher overdose deaths for years
Research shows severe flooding in Appalachian counties correlates with elevated overdose death rates persisting for at least a decade, particularly in economically disadvantaged areas.
A new type of levee is taking root in Northern California
Northern California is implementing a new “horizontal levee” or “living levee” design at Palo Alto Baylands that combines flood protection with habitat restoration using native plants and gradual slopes.
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Once globally preeminent, U.S. universities are sliding into decline
U.S. higher education dominance is declining as funding cuts, international student restrictions, and competition from countries like China reshape global academic rankings and research output.
Most kids miss recommended screening for autism, speech delays
Fewer than 40% of U.S. parents report their young children received developmental screenings in the past year, despite decades-old pediatric recommendations. Early detection through these assessments can identify delays in speech, motor skills, and autism spectrum indicators.
Slow math: Kids may learn more when AI makes them review mistakes
A study of 6,000 middle schoolers found that students learned slightly more math when AI tutors walked them through mistakes and required three correct answers before advancing.
Defense Dept. Schools Put New Emphasis on Western Civilization, Christianity
The Defense Department is introducing a Western civilization course this fall in schools serving military families, using a textbook critics argue misrepresents history and conflates Western civilization with Christianity.
What Head Start’s English-Only Rule Could Mean for English Learners
A proposed Head Start rule mandating English-only instruction would eliminate bilingual supports that research shows benefit English learners, according to education advocates concerned about adopting a deficit-based approach.
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