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How a scandal engulfing Brazil’s top court could return the Bolsonaros to power
A corruption scandal involving Brazil’s Supreme Court justice Alexandre de Moraes has emerged weeks before a presidential runoff, potentially benefiting far-right candidate Flávio Bolsonaro over incumbent leftist president Lula.
MI5 tackling more state threats than during Cold War, warns intelligence chief
MI5 is dedicating more resources to counter state threats than during the Cold War, with foreign adversary threats quadrupling over the past decade, according to the intelligence service’s chief.
Miriam González Durántez launches new centrist party in Spain
Spanish lawyer Miriam González Durántez has launched Democracia21, a new centrist party, to offer voters an alternative to the socialist and conservative parties ahead of next month’s snap election.
Did Ukrainian strikes on Russian datacentres reduce online disinformation?
Ukraine struck Russian datacenters over the weekend, but experts say the airstrikes likely did not significantly reduce Russian disinformation operations, contrary to claims by President Zelenskyy.
Indonesia wildfire fuelled by El Niño razes almost 300 homes
A forest fire fueled by El Niño in Indonesia’s Sumatra island has destroyed nearly 300 homes and forced hundreds to evacuate, with authorities warning blazes could persist until November.
Argentina targets UK in legal claim over Falklands oil exploration
Argentina has filed a legal claim with the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea seeking to halt UK-authorized oil and gas exploration near the Falkland Islands, intensifying a dispute over the territory’s sovereignty.
Nifty: Five reasons India’s markets are sinking even when its economy is growing
India’s economy grows over 7% annually, yet its stock market has posted losses for eight consecutive weeks—the longest streak in 25 years—eroding investor wealth by approximately 15% this year.
Fuel from South Korea being shipped to Russia as Ukraine war grinds on
South Korean ports shipped over 176,000 tonnes of fuel to Russia via sanctioned tankers in July and August, complicating Seoul’s stated support for Ukraine amid the ongoing war.
UN rights council condemns attacks on civilians in Sudan, calls for truce
The UN Human Rights Council condemned drone strikes and attacks on civilians in Sudan, extending a fact-finding mission’s mandate and calling for an immediate ceasefire without preconditions.
How hunger is devastating Yemen’s children
More than 2.2 million children under five in Yemen face acute malnutrition amid a 12-year conflict that has displaced millions. The country has received only one-fifth of the $2.2 billion needed for humanitarian assistance this year.
Malaysia’s Anwar to host Myanmar leader as repatriations near 10,000
Malaysia has repatriated approximately 10,000 people to Myanmar since January, drawing criticism from human rights organizations and the UN over safety concerns for returnees, particularly Rohingya minorities.
Kenya confirms first case of Ebola Bundibugyo virus
Kenya has confirmed its first case of Ebola Bundibugyo virus in a Kenyan national who recently traveled from the Democratic Republic of Congo and died days after arriving in Nairobi.
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Trump signs new orders targeting birthright citizenship, weeks after Supreme Court ruling
Trump signed two executive orders targeting birthright citizenship, weeks after the Supreme Court ruled his prior attempt to end the practice unconstitutional.
Justice Department says Duke Law School illegally considered race in admissions
The Justice Department accused Duke Law School of unlawfully considering race in admissions, claiming the school used proxy factors like diversity essays to maintain racial preferences despite a 2023 Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action.
Trump orders new 15% tariff on key material for solar panels and microchips
President Trump has ordered a 15% tariff on imported polysilicon, a key material for semiconductor and solar panel production, set to take effect in December to strengthen US supply chains.
Haitians face arrest and deportation after US removes TPS protections
The Trump administration has terminated temporary protected status for hundreds of thousands of Haitians, allowing deportations to resume despite Haiti being on the US “do not travel” advisory list.
Will Mississippi send a Black Democrat to the US Senate? Scott Colom says don’t count him out
Scott Colom, a Black Democratic prosecutor, is challenging Republican Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith in Mississippi, a state where Democrats face significant electoral headwinds but demographic shifts may create unexpected opportunities.
First Thing: Soaring oil profits from US-Iran conflict drive calls for windfall tax
Oil companies have generated substantial profits from the Iran conflict, prompting calls from Democratic lawmakers for a windfall tax on fossil fuel gains to provide relief to American consumers.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Hawaii’s state primary
Hawaii voters will decide races for lieutenant governor, congressional seats, and state legislative positions in Saturday’s primary, with a corruption scandal involving the current lieutenant governor shadowing the race.
Senate passes Russia sanctions bill that was long championed by Lindsey Graham
The Senate passed an 86-11 bipartisan Russia sanctions bill Friday that was championed by the late Senator Lindsey Graham before his death last month.
Trump administration moves ahead with efforts to fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook
The Trump administration is pursuing efforts to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook following a Supreme Court decision allowing her to challenge her termination over mortgage fraud allegations she denies.
Pentagon revokes former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s access to classified information
The Pentagon revoked former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s classified information access, alleging he disclosed sensitive details about a new Air Force One aircraft to media outlets. Kendall denied the accusations, saying he has been careful not to reveal classified information.
California may fine content creators who don’t disclose they were paid to post about politics
California is considering fining content creators who fail to disclose payments from political campaigns, joining Texas in enforcing transparency rules for influencer-based political advertising.
US accused of meddling in British politics with $500,000 grant for ‘public education’ courses
The US embassy in London is offering grants up to $500,000 for public education programs, drawing criticism that it constitutes interference in British domestic politics through funding tied to American values.
Senate approves funding bill to avoid a shutdown before the election
The Senate approved a short-term funding bill early Saturday in a 90-6 vote to keep federal agencies operating through early December, avoiding a government shutdown before the election.
Data centers are a political issue crossing party lines, driving voters to candidates
Data center expansion has emerged as a cross-partisan campaign issue, with candidates from both parties opposing new AI infrastructure projects amid voter concerns about energy costs and environmental impacts.
Texas judge rules that law regulating firearm suppressors and some guns can’t be enforced
A federal judge in Texas struck down a 1930s law regulating firearm suppressors and certain firearms, ruling the regulations can no longer be justified after Congress eliminated associated taxes.
Airline workers reportedly decline to help US agents as Trump migrant crackdown accelerates
US airline workers are reportedly declining to assist federal immigration agents conducting expanded enforcement operations at airports, citing concerns over detentions of people with pending legal applications.
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Mattel shares rise after reports of takeover interest from Authentic Brands Group
Mattel shares surged nearly 20% after reports that brand licensing company Authentic Brands Group expressed takeover interest, potentially valuing the toymaker above $6 billion.
A ‘freaked out’ US food industry is hitting back at Maha – with social media influencers
Major US food and agriculture corporations are funding social media influencers to counter Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s Make America Healthy Again platform, according to an investigation by the Guardian and Documented.
AI boom could trigger market shocks, Bank of England boss warns
The Bank of England governor warns that massive AI investments could trigger financial market shocks, cautioning that high valuations mean “not everybody always wins” in the sector.
Global bond sell-off intensifies, as UK long-term borrowing costs pass 6%
UK long-term borrowing costs have surged to 28-year highs amid a global bond market sell-off driven by inflation concerns and fears of unsustainable US deficit levels.
Boots owner ‘closing in on sale to Canada’s Weston family for $9bn’
Sycamore Partners is reportedly in advanced talks to sell pharmacy chain Boots to Canada’s billionaire Weston family for $9bn, with a potential deal completion within days.
Battery tech: Europe hopes to make up ground in battery industry
European battery firms are developing nanotechnology solutions to compete globally, with companies like LeydenJar and Powall working on advanced anode and coating technologies despite risks and competition from China.
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No one is surprised that Nvidia’s Jensen Huang thinks AI fears are overblown.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang dismissed AI safety concerns as overblown in a recent CBS Sunday Morning interview, claiming there is a “0% chance” of AI ending the world.
Inaudible sounds used to fingerprint browsers catch AliExpress red-handed
Chinese e-commerce platform AliExpress was discovered using an outdated browser fingerprinting technique involving inaudible audio signals to track visitors, though modern browsers have largely mitigated this method.
Claude, Codex, and Hermes installed unowned code inside corporate networks
Over 100 websites contain misconfigured files directing AI agents to install non-existent code packages, with Fortune 500 companies among those executing proof-of-concept malware.
Authorities arrest 2 alleged members of prolific hacking group TeamPCP
Australian authorities arrested two men accused of membership in TeamPCP, a hacking group that compromised over 1,000 organizations through supply-chain attacks involving malicious software.
VMware migration reduces Tottenham Hotspur’s licensing fees by 85 percent
Tottenham Hotspur has reduced its virtualization licensing fees by over 85 percent after migrating from VMware to Hewlett-Packard Enterprise solutions, according to the club’s CTO.
Amazon to launch Ring ‘neighbourhood watch’ app in UK amid US privacy fears
Amazon’s Ring doorbell company is launching its Neighbours community app in the UK on 21 October, offering a moderated platform for neighbours to discuss local safety, community matters, and lost pets.
Snapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC
Snapchat’s parent company says it would be willing to implement time limits for teen users, following pressure from Meta to adopt changes from its recent settlement with US states.
OpenAI reveals cases of ‘concerning’ AI behaviour as it announces new disclosure system
OpenAI disclosed six examples of concerning AI behaviour and warned that development cannot continue at maximum speed responsibly, as King Charles called for stronger AI safeguards.
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Scrap windfall tax on oil and gas firms early, North Sea industry urges
North Sea oil and gas industry urges Labour to scrap the windfall tax three years early and approve two major fields, amid expectations of high winter energy bills.
Yemen Escalation Raises New Risks for Global Oil Markets
Yemen’s Houthi rebels have seized Red Sea territory and intensified attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure, escalating regional tensions and raising concerns about global energy supply disruptions.
Europe’s Offshore Wind Slowdown Is Squeezing Manufacturers
European offshore wind monopile manufacturers face significant overcapacity as project delays push demand timelines further out, squeezing margins despite heavy investment in new facilities.
Saudi Pipeline Restart Fails to End Oil Market Tightness
Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline restart has resumed operations but at reduced capacity, while freight costs and diesel prices remain elevated, signaling continued market tightness despite increased crude supplies.
Nuclear Safety Brings America Into Russia’s Uzbek Energy Project
Uzbekistan signed a nuclear safety agreement with the United States while continuing its Russian-backed reactor project, suggesting potential concerns about project management and oversight.
Norway’s Liquids Output Rebounds by Nearly 100,000 Bpd—but Still Trails 2025
Norway’s total liquids production rebounded by 97,000 barrels per day in August to 2.073 million barrels per day, though output remains 4% below August 2025 levels.
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Interactive: Tracking negotiating texts at the COP17 biodiversity summit
Diplomats from 196 countries will convene in Yerevan next week to negotiate biodiversity agreements at the COP17 summit, with key discussions focused on climate finance and progress toward global conservation targets.
Severe drought declared in six areas of England as reservoirs run low
England declares severe drought in six areas as reservoirs reach critically low levels following the nation’s hottest summer on record, prompting urgent water conservation measures.
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U of Minnesota Pays Holocaust Scholar After Job Offer Pulled
University of Minnesota settled with Holocaust scholar Raz Segal for $250,000 after rescinding his job offer as center director, which he attributed to backlash over his Gaza war comments.
How HBCUs Are Redefining Student Success
HBCUs are implementing new programs to support student persistence and graduation, including reduced living costs, expanded course access, coaching initiatives, and accelerated degree pathways.
GOP Rift Over Education Department’s Future
A Senate committee voted to block the White House from outsourcing four key Education Department offices, with Republicans Collins and Murkowski breaking ranks to support the measure.
The island without childcare for babies
KauaÊ»i, Hawaii’s only major island without center-based infant and toddler childcare for 15 years, faces a severe shortage affecting hundreds of families and forcing many parents to leave the workforce.
Is Required Summer Reading a Good Idea? What the Research Says
Schools assign summer reading to maintain student engagement over break, but researchers say choice-based reading may be more effective at preventing learning loss than mandatory assignments.
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