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Two Syrian security officers killed in raid on ISIL cell near Damascus
Two Syrian security officers were killed and five wounded during a raid on a suspected ISIL cell near Damascus, with five alleged militants also killed and six arrested.
Race to update services’ computer systems after cyber-security flaw found
Organizations worldwide are rushing to patch critical security vulnerabilities discovered in PHP, a programming language powering approximately 70% of websites globally. The UK government and other entities have taken services offline as a precautionary measure while implementing security updates.
Fifteen NHS staff sacked after accessing medical records of Valdo Calocane victims
Fifteen NHS staff members have been dismissed for illegally accessing medical records of victims from a 2023 Nottingham attack that killed three people.
Northern Ireland health workers run out of patience with Stormont budget delay
Northern Ireland hospital doctors plan strikes next month over a delayed 3.5% pay uplift they cannot receive without a Stormont budget, with nurses considering similar action.
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Aqara goes all in on smart lighting
Aqara unveiled a comprehensive smart lighting lineup at IFA, including floor lamps, outdoor fixtures, and light strips compatible with Thread and Zigbee protocols.
Lexar’s Muse is an ultra-slim portable SSD that’s less than 4mm thick
Lexar has introduced an ultra-slim portable SSD measuring 3.8mm at its thickest point, offering read speeds up to 1,050MB/s but requiring a proprietary magnetic cable instead of standard USB-C.
This NAS company wants to run your local smart home
Ugreen unveiled its HomeAgent smart home platform this week, featuring local AI processing, security camera storage, and voice control through its Uliya assistant, all designed to keep user data private without monthly fees.
Trump strikes new drug pricing deals with nine midsized drugmakers
President Trump announced drug pricing agreements with nine pharmaceutical companies, requiring them to discount medications to state Medicaid programs aligned with international prices.
Chevron to expand in Venezuela, days after the U.S. and Venezuela strike oil deal
Chevron announced plans to expand its Venezuelan oil operations, investing over $7 billion over five years to increase production to approximately 600,000 barrels per day.
Almost half of households do not see benefits of economic growth, report says
Nearly half of British households live in areas where economic growth fails to improve living standards, with significant regional disparities between wealthy southern regions and struggling northern areas, according to a new PwC report.
Jackdaw gas field set to be approved as soon as mid-September, sources say
The UK government is expected to approve the controversial Jackdaw gas field off Aberdeen in mid-September, according to government and industry sources, after a Scottish court ruling required additional climate assessments.
Is India’s internet boom running into an undersea problem?
India’s digital economy faces critical infrastructure vulnerabilities, with 95% of its international bandwidth concentrated on a six-kilometer stretch of Mumbai coast, exposing the country to potential cable disruptions.
Argentine leader threatens to sanction oil firms and reiterates Falklands claim
Argentina’s president threatens economic sanctions against oil companies exploring near the Falkland Islands, reigniting a sovereignty dispute with the UK that dates back over 40 years.
UK has not done enough to prepare for shocks to food supplies, says watchdog
The UK’s food supply system remains insufficiently prepared for potential disruptions from climate change, disease, and cyber-attacks, according to the National Audit Office watchdog.
Experts weigh in on how to tackle illicit tobacco – and why an 80% excise cut is not on their list
Health experts are questioning a proposed 80% tobacco excise cut, arguing stronger enforcement and existing law implementation should be the primary focus for reducing illicit tobacco markets.
‘Astronomical’ fuel price surge hits farmers in UK and US
Farmers in the UK and US face sharply higher fuel costs due to escalating Middle East tensions, Russian export restrictions, and reduced refining capacity, with diesel prices rising 10-14p per litre in days.