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Earth microbes survive simulated conditions of Saturn moon’s ocean
Microbes from Earth’s deep ocean survive in simulated conditions matching Saturn’s moon Enceladus, suggesting the distant world could potentially harbor microbial life.
‘Starship is in orbit’: cheers go up as huge SpaceX rocket circles Earth for first time
SpaceX’s Starship rocket successfully reached Earth’s orbit for the first time, completing a milestone 14th test flight despite an engine failure during ascent.
AMD is acquiring AI company World Labs in a deal worth more than $8 billion
AMD announced an acquisition of AI research lab World Labs, co-founded by prominent researcher Dr. Fei-Fei Li, in an all-stock deal valued at approximately $8.2 billion, expected to close by year-end.
Trial of live facial recognition in London stations ends with a false positive and no arrests
A six-month trial of live facial recognition technology at London railway stations cost over £320,000 but produced only one false match and no arrests, according to newly disclosed documents.
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US open to Cuba talks on government change, Marco Rubio says
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Washington is open to discussions with Cuba about government transition and potentially ending the decades-old trade embargo, while President Trump calls Cuba a ‘failed state.’
Israel’s ambassador to the US says son injured in West Bank car-ramming
Israel’s ambassador to the United States reported his son, a soldier, was injured in an alleged car-ramming incident at a West Bank checkpoint. A Palestinian man was shot dead by Israeli forces following the incident.
Milei says UN ‘looking the other way’ on Falkland Islands dispute
Argentine President Javier Milei accused the UN of ignoring Argentina’s sovereignty dispute over the Falkland Islands and criticized a UK-backed oil project he called illegal.
Trump administration to defend its ban of major news outlets in court
The Trump administration is defending its ban of CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from White House grounds in federal court, citing national security concerns and claiming the outlets failed professional standards.
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy calls for sustained pressure to end ‘Putin’s crazy war’
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy addressed the UN General Assembly, calling for sustained economic pressure on Russia and criticizing Putin’s conduct of the war, while Russia signaled willingness to negotiate for lasting peace.
The EU’s Canada offer is more mood than reality but it could hint at a future geometry for the bloc
The EU proposed Canada become its first “associate member,” a status that doesn’t formally exist in EU treaties, raising questions about what such a relationship would actually entail.
How the ‘poisonous tide’ of disinformation stokes division and sows despair
Russian disinformation campaigns employ diverse tactics including deepfakes and AI poisoning to sow division and despair, prompting the UK to establish a National Centre for Information Defence.
Japan PM pledges support for international criminal court after Trump calls it ‘out of control’
Japan’s prime minister affirmed her nation’s support for the International Criminal Court during a UN address, contrasting with the Trump administration’s recent calls for member states to withdraw.
White House rolling out red carpet for historic Xi Jinping visit
US President Donald Trump hosts Chinese leader Xi Jinping for a three-day state visit in Washington this week, with trade, AI, and Taiwan expected to dominate discussions between the global superpowers.
Wednesday briefing: Can Burnham seek a different path to Trump’s world order?
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham met with Donald Trump at the UN General Assembly, seeking to chart a different diplomatic course than his predecessor while navigating the president’s unpredictable foreign policy approach.
Fears mount that next UN chief will downgrade climate action
Climate advocates worry the next UN secretary general may downgrade climate action priorities compared to António Guterres, whose term ends December 31, as several leading candidates show less enthusiasm for tackling the crisis.
South Africa mass shooting: Gunmen kill 11 at house in Durban
At least 11 people were killed when gunmen opened fire at a house in a township near Durban, South Africa. Police have launched a manhunt and are investigating a possible gang feud as the motive.