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Anthropic posts $80bn loss in first half of 2026: WSJ
Anthropic reported an $80 billion net loss in the first half of 2026, primarily driven by accounting charges related to convertible notes, as the AI company prepares for its anticipated IPO.
Wednesday briefing: Why has Jackdaw been approved in the middle of a climate crisis?
The UK government approved drilling in the Jackdaw North Sea gasfield despite climate concerns, citing tax revenues and minimal emissions impact, though environmental groups argue the decision contradicts net zero commitments.
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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Man jailed after threatening to kill son’s teacher in French village
A 47-year-old French man received a six-month jail sentence after threatening to behead his son’s primary school teacher who had disciplined the child in a southwestern village.
Swiss Alps coach crash kills five and injures dozens, police say
A Dutch tourist coach crashed in the Swiss Alps between Susch and Zernez on Thursday, killing five people and injuring dozens of others.
Ukraine’s fortress cities under fire as Russia bids to seize rest of Donbas
Ukrainian police urge civilians to evacuate Slovyansk and Kramatorsk as Russian forces intensify attacks on the eastern Donbas region’s last major cities under Ukrainian control.
Anthropic blocks possible attempt to use AI to make biological weapons
Anthropic reports identifying and disrupting attempts to misuse its AI model Claude for potential biological weapons development, among other malicious activities including hacking and surveillance operations.
Hong Kong’s Tiananmen activists sentenced to up to seven years in prison
Three Hong Kong activists organizing Tiananmen Square commemorative vigils received prison sentences up to seven years under the city’s national security law, with one receiving five years.
Why Houthi gains in Yemen could push gas prices even higher
Iran-backed Houthi fighters seized control of a Yemeni port city this week, escalating regional tensions and pushing global oil prices to nearly $110 per barrel amid shipping disruptions.
Trump administration allows TPS to continue for Salvadorans – for now
The Trump administration declined to terminate Temporary Protected Status for roughly 170,000 Salvadorans this week, leaving their legal future uncertain while advocacy groups push for congressional action.
The U.S.-Canada trade war is creating a headache for auto-parts makers
U.S.-Canada tariffs are disrupting tightly integrated auto supply chains, creating uncertainty for major carmakers and potentially significant financial strain for smaller parts suppliers across the region.
Emma Bonino, radical Italian politician who stood up to Vatican, dies aged 78
Emma Bonino, the radical Italian politician who championed abortion rights and divorce legalization against Vatican opposition, has died at age 78.
Education Department recalculates student loan forgiveness counts, setting some PSLF borrowers back
The Education Department is recalculating PSLF payment counts for borrowers, with some seeing their qualifying payment totals reduced, potentially delaying debt forgiveness timelines.
Emergency savings shortfall signals ‘danger’ for working households, Suze Orman says
More than half of U.S. workers lack sufficient emergency savings to cover a $500 expense, with 41% having skipped necessary costs due to insufficient reserves, according to recent survey data.
Trump Account holders may receive $250 Dell grant starting Monday, Dell Foundation says
Eligible Trump Account holders will receive a $250 Dell Foundation grant beginning Monday, with automatic deposits for qualified lower-income families in designated ZIP codes.