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Trump overhaul could gut Head Start preschool standards, leaving states to set the rules
The Trump administration is planning significant changes to Head Start that would replace detailed federal regulations with minimal standards, delegating most requirements to states and local governments.
Afghanistan’s child deaths are rising as food distributions face cuts, UN says
Child malnutrition has reached critical levels in a third of Afghanistan’s provinces, with the UN warning that food distribution cuts will worsen the crisis and increase child mortality rates.
Missouri election chief rejects bid to hold public vote on Trump-backed congressional districts
Missouri’s Republican secretary of state rejected a citizens’ referendum petition on new congressional districts backed by Trump, arguing congressional redistricting cannot be subject to voter referendums under state law.
India CJP protests: Young women face online harassment and abuse
Young women who participated in India’s Cockroach Janta Party protests face severe online harassment, including rape threats and doctored images, after their social media posts went viral during the youth-led movement.
FGM: ‘My grandmother subjected my baby to female genital mutilation behind my back’
Colombia became the first Latin American country to ban female genital mutilation last week, following decades of activism within Indigenous communities where the practice persists.
Armed man arrested at Trump’s golf course ahead of president’s visit
A 38-year-old man was arrested at President Trump’s golf course in California on Sunday while carrying a pistol and illegal ammunition, ahead of the president’s visit for a fundraising dinner.
Projectile sinks Indian-flagged ship off Yemen coast
An Indian-flagged ship capsized and sank after being struck by a projectile off Yemen’s coast. All 14 crew members aboard were safely rescued, officials reported.
Nirmal Purja: How a generation of record-setting guides died in a disaster which klled a climbing legend
Six Nepali mountain guides, including renowned climber Nirmal Purja, died in an avalanche on Broad Peak last week, marking a devastating loss for Nepal’s mountaineering community and elite climbing generation.
As Spain grieves, recurrent heatwaves stir fears of further wildfires
Spain grapples with devastating wildfires that killed 14 people in early July, with experts warning that climate change and intensifying heatwaves are increasing fire risks across southern Europe.
Michigan, Missouri, Washington primary elections: Key takeaways
Michigan Democrats held a close primary contest between centrist Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed for Senate nomination, reflecting nationwide party tensions over Israel policy amid swing state electoral stakes.
Toppled Bangladesh leader Sheikh Hasina to speak today: What we can expect
Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, ousted in 2024 and exiled in India, is scheduled to address the Foreign Correspondents’ Club virtually on Wednesday alongside other Awami League leaders.
Why is Ceuta a migration flashpoint and how were so many people able to cross from Morocco?
Tens of thousands of people crossed from Morocco into the Spanish territory of Ceuta after border controls appeared to break down, resulting in dozens of deaths and a humanitarian crisis.
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Contractors building border wall ordered to stop drilling wells in drought-stricken New Mexico
The Trump administration ordered border wall construction crews to stop drilling wells in New Mexico after ranchers warned that groundwater extraction for concrete could threaten livestock during drought conditions.
Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general clears critical hurdle after deal with GOP holdouts
Todd Blanche’s nomination as attorney general advanced past a Senate committee vote after a deal with Republican holdouts addressed concerns about a compensation fund for Trump allies.
Trump is making a rare Western trip to to raise cash for Republicans and talk about the economy
President Trump is visiting California and Nevada to raise funds for Republicans and highlight economic and security contrasts with Democrats ahead of November congressional elections.
Trump administration reportedly drafting ban on Chinese datacenter components
The Trump administration is reportedly drafting a ban on US imports of new Chinese datacenter components, including optical transceivers, as officials work to address rapid AI development in China.
Divided federal appeals court says Trump administration was wrong to terminate climate funds
A federal appeals court ruled the Trump administration improperly terminated billions in clean energy funds, handing a victory to nonprofits managing the program despite the decision being temporarily held pending potential Supreme Court intervention.
Jay Clayton sworn in as US director of national intelligence
Jay Clayton was sworn in as US director of national intelligence following a contentious Senate confirmation hearing where he declined to acknowledge that Donald Trump lost the 2020 election.
Data center approvals in Texas halted until audits completed, Gov. Greg Abbott says
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced a moratorium on data center approvals pending regulatory audits of facilities seeking grid connection, citing insufficient public information about their operations and impacts.
Lawyers in Reflecting Pool case say Justice Department knew case was flawed
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro moved to dismiss charges against a former Olympian accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, saying newly produced evidence showed he was not responsible for the damage.
Trump administration has refunded 60% of $165bn taken in illegal tariffs
The Trump administration has refunded approximately $100 billion, or 60% of $165 billion collected from tariffs that the US Supreme Court ruled illegal, according to customs officials.
Progressives and moderate Democrats both see wins in primary races while Trump flexes power over GOP
Primary elections across five states showed mixed results for Democrats and victories for Trump-endorsed Republican candidates, while ballot initiatives in Missouri and Kansas rejected Republican-backed proposals.
Michigan Democrats pick between moderate and progressive in high-profile Senate primary
Michigan Democrats voted in a Senate primary between moderate U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed, with the winner facing Republican Mike Rogers in November.
FBI agents fired over Trump investigation get broad backing in lawsuit against administration
Three FBI agents fired for investigating Trump’s 2020 election efforts have received backing from thousands of agency employees and outside legal groups challenging the terminations as politically motivated and unconstitutional.
Vivek Ramaswamy is struggling to connect with voters. Can Ohio’s Indian community help?
Republican gubernatorial candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, who is of Indian heritage, seeks support from Ohio’s Indian American community ahead of the November election, though his campaign has faced recent difficulties.
Maryland lawmakers get closer to asking voters to clear the way for redistricting helping Democrats
Maryland lawmakers advanced a ballot measure that would allow voters to decide whether to redraw congressional districts to favor Democrats in all eight House seats, with Republicans characterizing the effort as a partisan power grab.
Guard deployment to Washington into 2029 will cost roughly $1.4B, estimate shows
The Defense Department estimates the National Guard deployment in Washington, D.C. through January 2029 will cost approximately $1.4 billion, drawing criticism from Democrats and local officials.
How ICE and a data center turned a small Pittsburgh suburb into a civic battleground
Springdale, Pennsylvania, a struggling 3,000-person suburb, has become a flashpoint over immigration enforcement through an ICE partnership and a major data center project, sparking community protests and governance disputes.
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McDonald’s names company veteran Skye Anderson as its U.S. president as growth in its largest market slows
McDonald’s names veteran Skye Anderson as U.S. president to drive growth, succeeding Joe Erlinger after six years in the role.
Procter & Gamble will acquire supplements brand Thorne for $3.8 billion, CEO tells CNBC
Procter & Gamble is acquiring supplement brand Thorne for $3.8 billion, expanding its health and wellness portfolio with a company founded in 1984 and currently generating over $500 million in annual revenue.
David Ellison breaks silence on Paramount-Warner Bros mega merger
Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison defends his company’s $110bn takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery, arguing opposition relies on an outdated vision of Hollywood and that the merged entity would maintain competitive positioning against tech giants.
Lucid begins ‘operational reset’ as CEO says EV maker will delay midsize vehicle
Lucid Group announced a delayed midsize vehicle launch to 2027 and began an ‘operational reset’ to improve cash flow by $1.4 billion amid leadership changes.
Saudi-led group completes $55bn purchase of gaming giant EA
A Saudi-led investment group led by Public Investment Fund has completed a $55 billion acquisition of video game company Electronic Arts, taking the company private in what is considered the largest leveraged buyout in history.
GM, Chinese automaker extend joint venture for 20 years despite geopolitical tensions with U.S.
General Motors and China’s SAIC Motor extended their Chinese joint venture for 20 years through 2047, focusing on domestic sales and international exports amid evolving market competition.
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Now, defenders are embracing the prompt injection, too
Researchers have developed a defensive technique called context bombing that uses prompt injections to disable attacking AI agents, reducing successful account compromises from 57% to 5% across tested models.
The US government warns that Russia state hackers are coming after your router
US government agencies warn that Russian state hackers are compromising home and office routers to use as proxies for attacks on critical infrastructure sectors worldwide.
Microsoft’s Secure Boot has been broken for a decade and no one noticed until now
Security researchers identified 11 firmware images, some from 2013, that Microsoft failed to revoke despite known vulnerabilities, allowing simple bypasses of Secure Boot protection for over a decade.
Windows 0-day drops the same day Microsoft releases record number of patches
A zero-day exploit called HiveLegacy allows low-privilege Windows users to modify administrator accounts, released the same day Microsoft issued a record number of security patches.
Sheetz is quitting VMware, migrating 11,000 virtual machines
Convenience store chain Sheetz is migrating approximately 11,000 virtual machines from VMware to StorMagic’s platform across its 838 locations, citing cost concerns and Broadcom’s subscription-based licensing 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 competing platforms at lower costs.
Atlassian tightens tracking of staff AI use as other technology firms encourage ‘tokenmaxxing’
Atlassian introduced monthly AI spending caps of up to $2,000 per employee, countering industry trends of unchecked AI usage as costs surge across tech companies.
Hackers steal sensitive data from UK Department for Education and police
Hackers stole over 740,000 pieces of data from the UK Department for Education and a police legal database, with a group called ExfilSquad demanding payment to prevent full release.
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Pakistan Bets on Security and Trade as Ties with Iran Grow
Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator between the U.S., Israel, and Iran, deepening bilateral ties focused on security, border management, and economic cooperation in the post-conflict environment.
U.S. Hits New Obstacle on Critical Mineral Security Course
A major tungsten discovery in Nevada faces opposition from NASA, which uses the area to track satellite signals, complicating U.S. efforts to reduce dependence on Chinese critical minerals.
Middle East War Triggers New Global Refining Boom
A Middle East war has triggered a global refining boom, sending refining margins to record highs and boosting profits for major oil companies and refiners worldwide.
The Fast Lane: 3 Ways Geothermal Companies Can Get More Heat
Three technologies from the National Laboratory of the Rockies could help geothermal companies drill deeper wells more efficiently, potentially unlocking vast energy resources currently inaccessible due to cost and technical constraints.
LA City Council Votes to Allow Billion Dollar Scattergood Gas Plant Retrofit to Move Forward
The Los Angeles City Council voted to allow the Department of Water and Power to proceed with a billion-dollar retrofit of the Scattergood gas plant to burn hydrogen and natural gas, rejecting environmental appeals.
Norway’s national oil company’s profits double to $11.5bn amid war on Iran
Norway’s Equinor nearly doubled profits to $11.5bn in the second quarter, benefiting from elevated oil and gas prices driven by regional geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions.
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Factcheck: How nuclear, gas, wind and solar power are affected during heatwaves
Heatwaves affecting Europe in June and July 2026 impacted all major electricity sources, with nuclear reactors shutting down, gas plant efficiency falling, wind speeds dropping, and solar output reduced by heat despite clear skies.
Kenya elephant deaths: Behind the poisoning and the pesticide mystery
Fifteen elephants died in Kenya between late June and late July, with officials suggesting pesticide exposure, though conservationists question the findings and seek answers.
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Trump’s Education Department Is Letting Tens of Millions of Dollars Expire
The U.S. Department of Education allowed over $75 million in congressionally appropriated funds to expire unused in fiscal 2025, marking an unprecedented amount that analysts say the agency is on track to repeat this fall.
School Districts Push Back Against State-Required AI Reading Assessments
Two New Mexico school districts are pausing use of state-mandated AI reading assessment software over student voice recording and privacy concerns, while the largest district continues with the program.
Detentions of International Scholars at Airports Raise Alarm
Federal immigration agents detained multiple international scholars at U.S. airports, including a Johns Hopkins researcher, sparking concerns among academics about travel risks.
AI Detectors Are Out, New Approaches Are In
Universities are abandoning AI detection tools due to unreliability and false positives, instead redesigning coursework to prevent cheating and promote authentic student learning.
61 Percent of Colleges Have Met Their Enrollment Goals for Fall 2026
A Niche survey found 61 percent of colleges anticipate meeting fall 2026 enrollment goals, though only 50 percent of small institutions express confidence in achieving targets.
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