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Rahul Gandhi leads opposition march to top court to demand election chief resign
Opposition leaders led a mass march to India’s Supreme Court demanding the election chief resign over alleged voter roll manipulation, with thousands detained during weekend protests.
Teenager arrested after two teachers shot in French school
A 14-year-old student was arrested after shooting a principal and teacher at a middle school in southern France on Monday, injuring both with non-life-threatening wounds.
German minister quits after ‘indecent’ attacks intensify during bereavement
Germany’s labour minister and SPD co-leader Bärbel Bas resigned from both positions, citing her stepdaughter’s death and intensifying political attacks during her bereavement, further destabilizing the fragile coalition government.
Immigration agents search Congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s home
US immigration agents searched the home of Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar on Monday morning as part of a federal criminal investigation, with details remaining unclear.
Fire destroys Marché des Enfants Rouges, ‘coolest market in Paris’
Fire has destroyed Marché des Enfants Rouges, Paris’s oldest covered food market dating to the 17th century, with authorities confirming total destruction but preventing spread to surrounding buildings.
Álvaro Pulido: US detains man accused in multi-billion Venezuelan money laundering scheme
Colombian national Álvaro Pulido has been detained in the United States on charges related to laundering over $2 billion allegedly diverted from Venezuelan government welfare and oil programs.
Georgia officials hunt for suspect in shooting that killed two and injured 35
A mass shooting at a block party in rural Georgia early Sunday killed two people and wounded 35 others. Investigators are searching for the suspect as authorities continue their active investigation.
Murder in Okinawa: The US military’s history of alleged crime in Japan
A US Marine is alleged to have murdered a Japanese woman in Okinawa, prompting Japanese government protests and public rallies amid decades of military-related crimes in the region.
In both France and Spain, ruling parties must prove they can give young protesters hope
Youth-led protests erupt across France and Spain over housing costs and education funding, challenging ruling parties to address generational economic insecurity amid political gridlock.
Latest US military strike on alleged drug boat kills four in Caribbean
The US military conducted another strike on an alleged drug trafficking boat in the Caribbean, killing four people, according to Southern Command.
Yemeni gov’t forces aim for Sanaa, but Houthi defeat will be a challenge
Yemeni government forces have announced a major offensive to recapture territory from Houthi militants, claiming recent advances along the Red Sea coast and around the strategic Bab al-Mandeb strait.
DR Congo boat collision kills at least 30, dozens missing
A boat collision on the Congo River in the Democratic Republic of Congo has claimed at least 30 lives, with dozens more reported missing, according to provincial officials.
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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.
Democrats try to present a united front in Michigan after bitter primary
Michigan Democrats gathered Friday to present unity behind statewide candidates following a contentious primary battle between progressive and establishment wings of the party.
ICE will not reveal body-camera footage unless in agency’s ‘best interests’
ICE will deploy body cameras by the end of next month, but a policy allowing the agency director to restrict footage release unless it serves the agency’s interests has raised transparency concerns among experts.
Mike Lindell faces legal complaint over pillow giveaway amid run for Minnesota governor
An administrative law judge in Minnesota found probable cause that MyPillow founder Mike Lindell violated campaign finance law by distributing free pillows at a public event during his gubernatorial campaign.
Senate confirms Hamilton to lead FEMA and clears more than 70 other Trump nominees
The Senate confirmed Cameron Hamilton as FEMA director among 74 nominees approved, as Trump’s administration promises significant changes to federal disaster response operations.
Mississippi Senate race highlights shifting map as Democrats and Republicans battle for majority
Democrats are targeting competitive Senate races in traditionally Republican states like Mississippi, Iowa, Kansas, and Nebraska, challenging the political map at the midpoint of Trump’s second presidency.
New Mexico attorney general hopes Meta ruling leads to Big Tech review. Here’s what to know
New Mexico’s attorney general hailed a state court ruling ordering Meta to pay $567 million and implement child safety measures, hoping it spurs broader Big Tech accountability nationwide.
North Carolina congressman Edwards quits reelection bid after committee finds inappropriate conduct
North Carolina Republican congressman Chuck Edwards withdrew from his reelection campaign following a House Ethics Committee recommendation that he be censured for unprofessional conduct toward female aides.
Union representing IRS workers asks judge to block Trump tax audit immunity deal
A labor union representing IRS workers asked a federal judge to block a tax audit immunity deal granted to President Trump, arguing it forces civil servants to choose between political orders and the law.
Trump again rebukes Jeanine Pirro over reflecting pool ‘vandalism’ case
Former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro, the US attorney for Washington, D.C., moved to dismiss vandalism charges at the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool, prompting Trump to publicly criticize her decision this week.
Why Texas’ redistricting plan isn’t a sure bet
Texas’ new congressional redistricting map targets five Democratic seats for Republicans, but its success depends on whether voters will maintain their 2024 voting patterns in upcoming midterm elections.
The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers
Texas held the nation’s first primary elections, featuring a costly Republican Senate runoff and several competitive House races that advanced to runoffs or remain undecided.
Where big spending won – and lost – in the Illinois primary
Illinois Democrats selected five new congressional nominees in a primary marked by approximately $125 million in combined campaign and outside spending, an unusually expensive contest driven by multiple retirements creating open seats.
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GB Grid: Andy Burnham says public body will invest in electricity grid
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a new publicly owned company called Great British Grid to invest in electricity infrastructure and speed up grid connections through increased competition.
Democrat Pete Buttigieg criticizes Trump’s rollback of fuel-economy standards
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg argues that the Trump administration’s rollback of fuel-economy standards will increase driver costs and disadvantage U.S. automakers globally.
Household energy bills forecast to see biggest rise in four years
UK household energy bills are forecast to rise by 16% in January, adding £276 to typical annual costs at the coldest time of year, marking the largest increase in four years.
Holiday retail sales are expected to top $1 trillion as inflation boosts growth
Holiday retail sales are projected to exceed $1 trillion for the first time, growing 4.5% year-over-year, though inflation accounts for most gains and consumers increasingly seek discounts and value.
UK income growth revised upwards as markets hail ‘resilient’ economy
UK household income grew 1.1% in the first half of the year while GDP growth was revised upward to 0.5% in the second quarter, prompting optimism about economic resilience.
Stellantis CEO reconfirms 2026 guidance, says turnaround plan continues as automaker’s shares hit new low
Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa reconfirmed the company’s 2026 financial guidance and turnaround targets as U.S. shares hit an all-time low, down roughly 60% this year.
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Confused about which VPN is right, US senator asks the NSA for guidance
A U.S. senator is requesting that the NSA provide public guidance on selecting virtual private networks to protect Americans’ communications from foreign surveillance, citing confusion among users about available options.
Once popular for attacking AI, ASCII smuggling is embraced by spammers
Spammers are increasingly using ASCII smuggling, a technique that embeds invisible Unicode characters to evade email filters and mask malicious content from detection systems.
“Trust, not features, is the real deficit”: VMware tries to appease SMBs
Broadcom admits focusing excessively on expensive VMware Cloud Foundation bundles, pricing out small-to-medium businesses. The company plans to release an updated vSphere Standard version soon to win back SMB customers.
Why this month’s Microsoft patch release is a doozy
Microsoft released patches for a record 972 vulnerabilities this month, including 112 critical flaws, amid industry concerns about AI-assisted cyberattacks exploiting unpatched software.
ClickFix attacks infecting PCs and Macs are going viral
ClickFix attacks using fake CAPTCHA overlays and terminal commands have become mainstream malware delivery methods, infecting both PC and Mac users across compromised websites.
AI models chatting in ‘surreal’ dialect mixing poetic language and tech bro jargon
AI models are developing their own dialect combining poetic language and tech jargon, making their communications increasingly difficult for humans to monitor and understand.
OpenAI’s Sam Altman says world ‘right to be afraid’ but ‘should trust’ AI firms
OpenAI’s Sam Altman says the public is justified in fearing AI but should trust companies to self-regulate, though critics argue industry self-regulation is insufficient without government oversight.
AI app ads promoting ‘objectification of women’ banned by watchdog
UK advertising watchdog bans five AI app ads for promoting objectification of women and non-consensual sexually explicit content creation, citing potential for real-world harm.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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Hyundai Freaked Out About Chinese EV Producers Destroying Their Business In USA As Well?
Hyundai’s CEO warns that without high tariffs and trade barriers, Chinese EV makers could capture significant US market share, citing their competitive pricing and strong performance in less-protected markets.
New U.S. Sanctions Law Threatens India’s Huge Russian Oil Trade
The U.S. enacted a sanctions law allowing tariffs up to 100% on major Russian oil importers. India, the second-largest buyer of Russian crude, faces potential trade consequences amid bilateral negotiations.
Qatar’s LNG Loss Revives Projects From Argentina to Timor-Leste
Qatar’s LNG capacity disruption from recent strikes has prompted global energy buyers to pursue alternative gas supply projects, with deals valued at approximately $60 billion announced at a regional energy conference.
Ceer Unveils Two New Exobot EVs Into Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s Ceer Motors unveiled two new EXOBOT electric vehicles, part of a planned seven-vehicle rollout over five years as the kingdom builds a domestic EV manufacturing base.
Norway’s Electric Ferries Could Find a Big Market in the Philippines
Norwegian maritime technology companies are exploring opportunities to bring electric and hybrid ferry solutions to the Philippines, following increased industry engagement and a recent study visit by Philippine officials.
Irizar Completes Delivery of 31 Electric Buses to Poland’s GZM Network
Spanish manufacturer Irizar completed delivery of 31 battery-electric buses to Poland’s GZM metropolitan region, including 16 articulated and 15 standard vehicles distributed across four municipal operators.
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Town leaders chided residents for warning of flash floods. Then, the river took two children.
A New Mexico mayor discouraged flood warnings before a monsoon deluge killed two children at a local RV park, following previous severe flooding that destroyed about 1,000 homes.
Fossil fuels are hiding all over your house. We built a model home to show how.
An estimated 9 out of 10 items in a typical home contain petroleum-derived chemicals, from furniture foam to vinyl flooring to bathroom fixtures, making it nearly impossible to eliminate fossil fuels from modern living spaces.
Education In The News
States Wrestle With Data and Program Tweaks to Access Workforce Pell
States grapple with data systems and program design challenges as Workforce Pell, enabling low-income students to use federal grants for nondegree credentials, officially launches with strict qualification requirements.
Will a Data Center Bring Risk or Reward to Fisk?
Fisk University proposes a $400 million data center as part of a $900 million development plan to ensure financial stability, but faces significant community opposition over environmental and equity concerns.
Senate Panel Advances Bill to Block Much of Trump Admin.’s Ed. Dept. Dismantling
A Senate committee advanced a bill that would block the Trump administration from transferring special education and K-12 programs from the Education Department to other federal agencies.
Humanities among degrees being ‘extinguished’ by hard-up universities
British universities have eliminated nearly 4,000 academic posts in humanities and social sciences within one year, creating regional gaps in subject availability and threatening social mobility, according to the British Academy.
The next literacy challenge: Teaching students how to write
Elementary schools across the U.S. are overhauling writing instruction through evidence-based approaches, addressing decades of neglect in a skill that lags significantly behind reading proficiency.
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