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Kenya confirms second Ebola case – a relative of the first victim
Kenya confirmed a second Ebola case in a relative of the first victim, who died earlier this month after traveling from the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Civil rights advocates plan to send thousands of observers to midterm polling places
Civil rights organizations plan to deploy thousands of observers at polling places during the midterm elections, citing concerns about potential intimidation of voters including immigration enforcement actions.
Tuesday briefing: Could Burnham take Britain back towards the EU?
Andy Burnham calls for closer EU ties and acknowledges Brexit caused “more harm than good,” marking a rhetorical shift from predecessors but leaving specifics vague on potential policy changes.
Ukraine is littered with landmines on a scale last seen in Vietnam. How can they be removed?
Ukraine faces massive landmine contamination from expanded drone use in conflict, with humanitarian workers employing new technologies like compressed-air machines and AI analysis to clear dangerous territory.
Wednesday briefing: ​Why small boat crossings are here to stay ​
The UK government scrapped its “one in, one out” asylum deal with France after just 423 days, citing scaling challenges. The partnership had minimal impact, returning only 4% of small boat arrivals, and is the latest failed policy attempt.
Argentina temporarily closes Iguazu Falls after El Niño-fuelled surge in water levels
Argentina temporarily closed Iguazu Falls after heavy rainfall from a supersized El Niño pattern caused river water levels to surge significantly above normal rates.
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv claims half of Russia’s oil refining capacity destroyed
Ukraine claims to have destroyed over half of Russia’s oil refining capacity through long-range strikes, significantly hampering Moscow’s ability to supply military forces during the ongoing conflict.
What new measures is Iran taking to counter US economic pressure?
Iran’s government has announced economic measures to counter US sanctions and military strikes that have damaged the economy by an estimated $270 billion since late February.
Dems have edge in midterms, poll shows. And, Paramount-Warner Bros. merger to close
Polls show Democrats have a decided advantage in midterm elections four weeks away, favored to win the House and with the Senate now within reach. Meanwhile, a $111 billion merger between Paramount-Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery is expected to close today.
Vietnamese police arrest 12 suspected of prowling city streets at night, snatching cats for meat
Vietnamese police arrested 12 men suspected of stealing and reselling approximately 2,700 cats for meat in Ho Chi Minh City through an organized operation.
Saudi Arabia says East-West pipeline pumping 5.8 million bpd
Saudi Arabia’s energy minister announced the East-West Pipeline is pumping 5.8 million barrels daily after resuming operations following drone strikes last month.
Bulgaria searches for missing crew after drones hit two ships in Black Sea
Two commercial vessels were struck by drones in the Black Sea off Bulgaria’s coast, sinking one ship and injuring crew members. Bulgarian authorities launched a search for missing personnel.
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‘Fiercely independent’ South Carolina votes on Lindsey Graham’s Senate successor
South Carolina holds a special Republican primary Tuesday to replace the late Senator Lindsey Graham, with 10 candidates competing in an accelerated campaign compressed into about two weeks.
Minnesota primaries could mark change of path for Democrats and Republicans
Minnesota voters are deciding Democratic and Republican nominees for US Senate and governor on Tuesday, with immigration and state fraud emerging as key issues in races that will shape the state’s political direction.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Connecticut’s state primary
Connecticut’s Democratic primary features challenges to Gov. Ned Lamont and U.S. Rep. John Larson, with progressive candidates seeking to advance a generational shift within the party.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Minnesota’s state primary
Minnesota Democrats hold a competitive U.S. Senate primary Tuesday featuring moderate and progressive candidates, while Republicans seek to end their 20-year statewide election drought amid investigations and immigration crackdowns.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Wisconsin’s state primary
Wisconsin voters will choose a Democratic gubernatorial nominee in a primary featuring a clash between the party’s establishment and progressive wings, with state Rep. Francesca Hong emerging as a top contender.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Alabama’s special congressional primaries
Alabama voters select U.S. House nominees Tuesday under a newly redrawn map that eliminates one majority-Black district, following a Supreme Court decision prompting Republican-led redistricting in several Southern states.
El-Sayed spoke with Obama as Michigan Democrats look to unite after a bitter Senate primary
Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed said he spoke with Barack Obama and hopes the former president will campaign for him as Democrats seek unity following a contentious primary.
Congressional Democrats launch probe into efforts to deport US military members and their families
Congressional Democrats launched an investigation into the Trump administration’s deportation efforts targeting military service members and their families, citing concerns about military readiness and morale.
‘Shoved the tube so hard it tore my nose’: Kurdish film-maker recounts ‘inhumane’ ICE force-feeding
A Kurdish asylum seeker detained by ICE says he was force-fed through his nose for eight months while on hunger strike protesting detention conditions, an investigation found.
Washington grapples with a National Guard deployment extended until 2029
Washington faces an extended National Guard deployment through January 2029 after President Trump’s crime emergency declaration, with local officials and residents questioning its necessity and cost.
Why Texas’ redistricting plan isn’t a sure bet
Texas’s new congressional map aims to flip five Democratic-held seats to Republicans through redistricting tactics, but success depends on whether 2024 voting patterns persist in 2026 midterms.
Wisconsin, Minnesota primaries are next to feature progressive clash with Democratic establishment
Progressive candidates are making final pushes in Wisconsin and Minnesota Democratic primaries on Tuesday, challenging establishment-backed opponents in races seen as tests of the party’s direction ahead of November elections.
Trump’s immigration crackdown looms over Minnesota’s bruising Senate primary
Minnesota’s Democratic Senate primary on Tuesday pits establishment U.S. Rep. Angie Craig against progressive Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan, with immigration enforcement serving as a major dividing issue.
The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers
Texas held its first major primaries of the year, with the Republican Senate race heading to a May runoff and several House incumbents facing competitive challenges or defeats.
Where big spending won – and lost – in the Illinois primary
Illinois Democrats selected five new congressional nominees in Tuesday’s primary after an unusually expensive campaign season involving approximately $125 million in spending across competitive races created by multiple retirements.
Appeals court rules Trump can’t build White House ballroom without congressional approval
A federal appeals court ruled that President Trump must obtain congressional approval before continuing construction of a $400 million White House ballroom, blocking aboveground work while allowing underground security facilities to proceed.
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Suppliers pile pressure on government over energy bills
Energy suppliers’ trade body urges immediate government action to address rising energy bills, warning of a potential crisis as domestic gas prices surge and forecasts predict a 16% increase in January.
BT accused of ‘bullying’ customers by pausing broadband in digital landline push
BT has been accused of bullying customers by temporarily suspending broadband services to pressure them into upgrading to digital landlines before the January deadline for retiring the old copper network.
Good news in US inflation report boosts chances Fed won’t hike rates
US inflation came in softer than expected in August, boosting stock market confidence that the Federal Reserve may hold off on raising interest rates next month.
John Maynard Keynes: the cultured economist who governments turn to in a crisis
A new play examines economist John Maynard Keynes, a cultured intellectual who revolutionized economic theory while championing art, leisure, and government intervention during crises.
Throwback to 2011: why it feels different to the last time interest rates were this high in Australia
Australia’s cash rate has reached its highest level in 15 years, but the economic landscape differs significantly from 2011 due to compounding price increases across groceries, fuel, and insurance.
Thames Water apologises after £145,000 customer bill
Thames Water apologized after incorrectly charging a London teacher £145,562 due to a meter reading error. The company returned the funds and offered compensation.
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IT mistake erases 11 years of viewing history for hospitals’ maternity records
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust lost 11 years of maternity viewing records due to an IT department error that overwrote the database during routine technical work in August.
San Francisco sues Trump Media for selling early access to Trump posts
San Francisco sued Trump Media for its Truth API service, which charges customers $100,000 monthly for early access to President Trump’s posts, alleging it violates insider trading laws and unfair competition statutes.
Microsoft disrupts AI-assisted platform that compromised 12,000 accounts
Microsoft disrupted EvilTokens, a subscription-based platform that compromised 12,000 accounts using AI-powered tools to automate mass email compromise and fraud schemes targeting organizations globally.
Apple clarifies that Texture and Grain controls are exclusive to the latest iPhones’ cameras
Apple clarified that its new texture and grain photo controls will only work on older iPhones when editing images captured by the latest iPhone 18 Pro models, not for photos taken on the older devices themselves.
Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 comes in an Extreme version too
Qualcomm unveiled the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 and a higher-end Extreme variant, both built on 2nm process technology with improved AI and video capabilities on the Extreme model.
Saudi Arabia’s new Exobot EVs make the Cybertruck look normal
Saudi Arabian startup Ceer unveiled two futuristic electric vehicles with angular, sci-fi designs, planning to launch five additional models by 2030 and begin sales in 2027.
AI bots “Timmy,” “Ren,” and “Jackie” are flooding social media with slop
AI agents from startup iLands are flooding social media and email with unsolicited spam messages, prompting complaints from Mastodon admins and writers who view the activity as intrusive and concerning.
Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove age
Alcohol retailers in England and Wales can now accept digital ID apps on smartphones to verify customer age, with the government saying the option will speed up checks while protecting personal data.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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Thom Yorke, Romy and Brian Eno among 200 musicians urging PM to reject new North Sea drilling
Over 200 musicians including Thom Yorke and Brian Eno have urged the prime minister to reject plans for new North Sea oil and gas drilling, citing climate concerns.
It’s Offshore Wind Vs. Geothermal Energy As Legal Battle Heats Up
Coastal states are suing the Trump administration over an offshore wind lease buyout program that redirects development funds toward geothermal energy instead, challenging what they view as an economically damaging policy shift.
China’s 80% Grip on Iranian Oil Looms Over Trump-Xi Summit
China controls over 80 percent of Iran’s seaborne oil exports ahead of a US-China summit, giving Beijing significant leverage in negotiations with the Trump administration.
Leaked EU Hydrogen Draft Moves From Quotas To Credits
A leaked EU draft proposes replacing binding hydrogen consumption quotas with an indicative target and credit mechanism, potentially allowing more flexible renewable hydrogen demand allocation after 2030.
U.S. Energy Secretary: Blunt Tool of Banning Diesel Exports Doesn’t Work
US Energy Secretary Chris Wright opposes diesel export bans, warning such restrictions would backfire by reducing refinery output and increasing prices for gasoline, jet fuel, and other petroleum products.
Hormuz Workarounds Keep Gulf Oil Flowing—at a Steep Cost
Middle Eastern oil producers are adapting to Strait of Hormuz restrictions through ship-to-ship transfers and alternative pipelines, though workarounds significantly increase export costs.
Climate Change In The News
Rosebank: Life on the oil field at the centre of a political storm
The UK government has granted consent for gas production at the Jackdaw oil field, with attention now turning to the larger and more controversial Rosebank field in the North Sea, which is at the center of a political debate over climate change and energy policy.
Higher temperatures fuel gun violence. Now we know how much is from climate change.
Research estimates approximately 2,000 shootings in major U.S. cities between 2021 and 2025 are attributable to higher temperatures caused by climate change, establishing a quantifiable link between warming and gun violence.
Education In The News
What is ‘Linguistic’ Phonics and Why Are Some Schools Adopting It?
Schools across the U.S. are adopting “linguistic phonics,” a method that emphasizes teaching speech-to-sound patterns through reading and writing practice rather than explicit language rules. However, research comparing this approach to other phonics methods remains limited.
‘It wouldn’t be Head Start anymore:’ Providers blast federal proposal to alter preschool program
The Trump administration has proposed eliminating most federal Head Start standards, shifting authority to states and removing requirements for staff-to-child ratios, full-day care, and bilingual support, prompting providers to warn the program would fundamentally change.
Could a public campus really close? The fight to save Southern Oregon University
Southern Oregon University faces potential closure after discovering a $15 million budget shortfall, prompting state-funded emergency measures and plans to cut $20 million from its $100 million annual budget.
Why Boys Start Kindergarten Behind Girls
Research shows boys start kindergarten with lower academic readiness and social-behavioral skills than girls, with gaps persisting through elementary school. Some states are examining these gender disparities and considering policy changes.
How One State’s Schools Are Updating Policies to Fight AI Deepfakes
Illinois schools have updated cyberbullying policies to address AI-generated deepfakes following state legislation, establishing frameworks for discipline and education on the misuse of artificial intelligence.
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