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Sega pulls Total War: Shogun 2 remaster from sale following disastrous launch
Sega removes Total War: Shogun 2 — Complete Edition from sale after launch plagued by bugs and AI-generated upscaling issues, promising to restore the original version.
How the oil capital of the US welcomed a solar power boom
Texas, the nation’s largest oil producer, has become its top solar electricity generator as farmers lease land to solar companies, transforming rural economies while sparking environmental concerns.
Helen Branswell, whose reporting on infectious diseases and public health drew acclaim, dies at 69
Helen Branswell, a renowned infectious disease reporter who covered major health crises from SARS to Covid-19, died Tuesday at age 69 from cancer complications.
MCP for agent-to-agent comms may be the riskiest protocol you’ve never heard of
Researchers have identified vulnerabilities in MCP, a protocol enabling AI agents to communicate internally, allowing attackers to inject malicious instructions that spread between trusted agents across organizations.
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Snapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC
Snapchat’s CEO said the company would be willing to implement time limits for teenage users, aligning with Meta’s recent settlement requiring similar measures across its platforms.
‘Harrowing reading’: what the inquiry into NZ fugitive father Tom Phillips revealed
An inquiry into fugitive Tom Phillips, who hid in New Zealand’s wilderness with his three children for nearly four years before being killed by police, found authorities failed to adequately protect the children from harm.
Ukraine war briefing: Drone kills Russian commander just decorated after fake victory claim
A Russian general recently decorated for claiming victory in Kostiantynivka was killed by Ukrainian drones. Major General Anton Grunis died on September 12 after receiving a Hero of Russia award based on disputed territorial claims.
Fiji declares national HIV emergency as Pacific nation grapples with surge in cases
Fiji declares a national HIV emergency as the Pacific nation faces a sharp surge in infections linked to rising methamphetamine use, with new diagnoses reaching record levels.
Russia’s elections will have few surprises, but for the Kremlin they matter
Russia’s parliamentary election this weekend is expected to deliver a Kremlin-dominated parliament with few surprises, though it marks the first such vote since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Australia immigration crackdown: visas for international students and backpackers targeted
Australia announced stricter immigration rules targeting international students, visa hoppers, and backpackers, including restrictions on family sponsorship and new ballot systems for working holiday visas.
Thursday briefing: Yemen’s war continues to threaten oil supplies– but what about its people?
Houthi militants have captured strategic islands in Yemen’s Red Sea, raising concerns about global oil supplies and regional stability, while hundreds of thousands face displacement and humanitarian crisis.
OpenAI flags new concerning AI behavior, to track model misalignment regularly
OpenAI disclosed six instances of concerning AI behavior and announced a new framework for regularly tracking and reporting model misalignment, as AI safety concerns intensify industry-wide.
Owen Ndlovu: Abducted South African journalist found dead with gunshot wounds
Owen Ndlovu, a veteran South African sports broadcaster and former SABC presenter, was found dead on Wednesday with gunshot wounds hours after being abducted during a vehicle hijacking near Johannesburg.
Trump threatens to stop trading with EU over ‘laughable’ membership offer to Canada
Donald Trump threatened the EU with substantial tariffs and trade restrictions if it proceeds with offering Canada an associate membership, calling the proposal laughable.
One dead after torrential rain and flash floods hit Barcelona region
One person died after severe flooding struck northeastern Spain, with torrential rain triggering travel disruption and over 850 emergency calls across Catalonia and Valencia.
Big questions – and key logistical details – loom ahead of China-U.S. summit
Seven days before a U.S.-China summit, key logistical details remain unresolved, including state dinner seating and briefing materials, potentially complicating business and trade discussions between the two nations.