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Shadrack Sibiya leaves SAPS: Dishonourable discharge for South Africa’s deputy police chief
South Africa’s deputy police chief Lt Gen Shadrack Sibiya resigned during his disciplinary hearing after facing sexual offence charges and organised crime allegations, resulting in a dishonourable discharge.
Nobel Prize for economics awarded to Hall and Woodford for work on ‘smoothing’ crises
Two US economists won the 2026 Nobel Prize in Economics for developing models that help policymakers stabilize economies and reduce recessions and inflation volatility.
Fridges in French supermarkets hit by cyber attack
Hundreds of French supermarkets experienced a cyber attack that caused refrigeration units to malfunction, destroying food stocks estimated worth millions of euros across multiple retail chains.
Zelenskyy vows to retaliate if Russian strikes on Ukraine’s power grid continue
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy pledges to retaliate if Russian attacks on Ukraine’s power grid persist, as tensions mount between Kyiv and Washington over energy strategy and drone strikes.
Man rescued from cave on Sardinia after being trapped by rockslide for 26 hours
A 31-year-old man was rescued after spending 26 hours trapped in a Sardinian cave following a rockslide that blocked the entrance while he was exploring underground.
Did Trump get one thing right about Greenland?
Trump’s pursuit of Greenland, while unconventional, reflects legitimate strategic concerns about Arctic geopolitics, resources, and competition from China and Russia in a region increasingly vital to global security and commerce.
What is ‘Herod’s Pool’, and why is Israel developing it in the West Bank?
Israel has begun developing an ancient pool in the occupied West Bank after settlers illegally diverted water from a Palestinian village, formalizing the site as “Herod’s Pool” as part of broader heritage preservation efforts.
Mecca Alliance: Turkiye, Pakistan agree to military deployment to Saudi Arabia
Turkey, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia have agreed to deploy military forces to the kingdom in response to attacks by Yemen’s Houthi group, triggering their mutual defense alliance signed in August.
Mexico seeks evidence of border shooting that prompted US troop deployment
Mexico requested evidence from the US regarding a reported cross-border shooting that prompted American troop deployment, stating its military detected no shots fired from Mexican territory.
Flávio Bolsonaro poised to win Brazilian presidency after shock first-round victory
Flávio Bolsonaro won Brazil’s first-round presidential election with 47.03% of votes, ahead of incumbent Lula da Silva’s 45.16%, positioning himself as the frontrunner for the October 25 runoff.
Brazil’s presidential race goes to second round as Flávio Bolsonaro leads incumbent Lula
Brazil’s presidential election advances to a second round after far-right candidate Flávio Bolsonaro narrowly leads incumbent leftist president Lula da Silva, scheduled for 25 October.
Nearly 1,500 migrants arrive in Myanmar from Malaysia despite UN warnings
Nearly 1,500 Myanmar nationals deported from Malaysia arrived in Yangon on Sunday as part of a repatriation scheme criticized by human rights organizations and the United Nations refugee agency.
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Federal judge orders Virginia county to replace Confederate school names it restored in 2024
A federal judge ordered a Virginia county school board to replace Confederate military names it restored in 2024, ruling the decision violated Black students’ constitutional rights to equal protection and nondiscriminatory education.
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.
Takeaways from AP’s review of military families detained under Trump’s immigration crackdown
An AP investigation found that President Trump’s administration has detained dozens of parents and spouses of active-duty U.S. military service members while pursuing mass deportation policies.
Exclusive: Major Republican fundraiser winning contracts from Trump administration, emails reveal
Palmer Luckey, co-founder of defense contractor Anduril Industries, has emerged as a major Republican fundraiser while his company secures substantial contracts from the Trump administration, according to emails obtained by the Guardian.
Democrats look forward after progressive El-Sayed victory in Michigan | First Thing
Progressive candidate Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary. Democratic leaders are now uniting behind the former public health official ahead of November’s midterm elections.
‘He should resign’: unease in Republican Max Miller’s Ohio district amid domestic abuse allegations
Ohio Rep. Max Miller faces domestic abuse allegations from his ex-wife and calls to resign from her father, Senator Bernie Moreno, amid concerns from Republicans in his district ahead of November’s election.
Aipac-linked Super Pacs spend millions in California to thwart progressive candidate
Pro-Israel Super Pacs linked to Aipac have spent millions supporting a moderate Democratic candidate over a progressive rival in a California congressional special election.
Mitch McConnell leaves rehab center to continue recovery from fall at home
Republican Senator Mitch McConnell, 84, has been discharged from a rehabilitation center following a fall and hospitalization, announcing he will continue recovery at home with physical therapy.
Abdul El-Sayed’s win proves change is possible for Democrats. His next fight may determine their future
Michigan Democrat Abdul El-Sayed won a competitive primary for U.S. Senate, defeating an establishment-backed moderate candidate. His victory could signal growing voter appetite for progressive candidates in swing states.
State of New Mexico sues Justice Department and Todd Blanche, saying they blocked its Epstein probe
New Mexico’s attorney general sued the U.S. Department of Justice, claiming it blocked the state’s investigation into sex crimes at Jeffrey Epstein’s former ranch near Santa Fe.
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New UK gas and oil projects are a ‘no-brainer’, says EDF boss
EDF Energy’s boss says approving new North Sea oil and gas projects poses no contradiction to climate goals, joining renewable energy leaders backing the Rosebank and Jackdaw developments.
MGM CEO leaves door open to People Inc. bid as casino dealmaking heats up
MGM Resorts CEO Bill Hornbuckle indicated openness to acquiring Barry Diller’s People Inc., reversing positions after People Inc. withdrew its $48.30-per-share bid to purchase MGM.
McDonald’s is hosting an investor day as its U.S. business struggles. Here are 4 things to expect
McDonald’s will present its growth strategy and address recent weak U.S. performance at an investor day in Chicago, expected to cover menu innovation, restaurant renovations, and cost management initiatives.
Qantas to start selling tickets next year for its New York to Sydney nonstop flight
Qantas will begin selling tickets next August for its planned nonstop New York to Sydney flight, set to launch in 2028 with an estimated flight time of 18 hours.
Triple lock move is significant, but it’s a gamble
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced plans to modify the triple lock pension system, replacing the earnings link with a floor tied to inflation or 2.5%, whichever is higher.
Oura pulls $15bn stock market listing days after announcement
Oura has postponed its planned $15bn stock market listing, citing IPO market uncertainty just days after announcing the flotation of its smart ring business.
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Your AI doomsday questions answered: ‘What, if anything, can people like me do about it?’
Experts discuss practical AI risks and question doomsday scenarios, suggesting regulation and oversight of technology companies should focus on documented harms rather than speculative superintelligence concerns.
OpenAI ‘ethically hacked’ with help of Anthropic’s Claude chatbot
Cybersecurity researchers used Anthropic’s Claude chatbot to hack into OpenAI systems, compromising employee accounts and accessing software repositories under the company’s ethical hacking program.
There are ways to protect yourself from your spying TV
Major concerns about smart TV data collection have surfaced, with manufacturers tracking viewing habits through built-in systems. Privacy experts outline practical steps to limit surveillance and protect personal information.
Jonathan Kanter on competition, cartels, and China
Jonathan Kanter, former DOJ antitrust chief, discusses AI regulation and whether major AI companies seeking regulatory frameworks constitute cartel behavior or legitimate calls for government oversight.
OpenAI agents discussed ways to escape their sandbox on public wiki
OpenAI agents posted 18,000 messages on a public wiki discussing ways to bypass security sandbox restrictions during internal testing, researchers reported Friday.
‘A critical moment’: concern UK is not up to speed in acting on AI risks
UK government faces criticism over reduced focus on AI safety after abolishing its dedicated science and technology department, amid growing concerns about existential risks.
Virginia governor creates an AI task force and moves to restrain data centers
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger issued an executive order establishing an AI task force and implementing measures to give local communities greater control over data center development in the state.
Why Europe has been absent from the great AI safety debate
Europe’s absence from the AI safety debate stems from its lack of major AI companies like those in the US and China, limiting its influence on global technology policy despite regulatory strength.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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The Philippines Is Taking Its Electric Love Bus Beyond Metro Manila
The Philippines is expanding its electric Love Bus program beyond Metro Manila, deploying battery-powered minibuses across new urban routes and integrating them with community livelihood programs.
New Life For Public EV Charging Stations Trump Tried To Kill
The National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program, suspended by the Trump administration earlier this year, has been partially restored through legal action and policy revisions, allowing states to continue building federally funded public charging stations.
ReFuelEU’s First Year Shows the Mandate Works
The EU’s sustainable aviation fuel mandate exceeded its 2% target in 2025 with 2.8% supply, but Europe remains heavily dependent on imported waste feedstocks and lacks investment in synthetic aviation fuels.
NLR Campus To Host US Department of Energy Geothermal Center of Excellence
The U.S. Department of Energy announced establishment of a Geothermal Center of Excellence at the National Laboratory of the Rockies in Colorado to advance geothermal energy development through research and collaboration.
PacWave Opens—A Giant Leap for Marine Energy
The nation’s first grid-connected, internationally accredited open-ocean wave energy test facility opened on the Oregon coast, providing developers with a pre-permitted proving ground for commercial-scale wave energy converters.
Rising Energy Costs Threaten UK Growth Despite 1.3% Expansion
The UK economy is projected to expand 1.3% in 2026, but rising energy costs and higher borrowing expenses pose headwinds for growth in the second half of the year.
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The hidden history of how Big Oil invented the American Dream
A Grist investigation reveals how oil and gas companies shaped American culture through decades of advertising and public relations, embedding fossil fuels into everyday life from the 1940s onward.
Storm Boelo: Meet the people on standby in NI as severe weather approaches
Storm Boelo is expected to bring strong winds and disruption to Northern Ireland this weekend, with rescue volunteers, roofers, and tree surgeons preparing to respond to emergencies and damage.
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Humanities among degrees being ‘extinguished’ by hard-up universities
British universities have eliminated nearly 4,000 academic positions in humanities and social sciences over one year, creating geographic gaps in subject availability and raising social mobility concerns.
Several US schools to install pepper-spraying drones to respond to school shootings
Several US schools are installing pepper-spraying drones designed to respond to active shooter threats, an approach inspired by drone use during the Ukraine war.
A leading school shootings researcher says he was wrong
A prominent school violence researcher says his decades-long focus on reducing bullying and improving school climate has not prevented school shootings, leading him to new conclusions about perpetrator motivations.
How State Reclassification Rules Impact Long-Term English Learners
States use different criteria to reclassify English learners, with recent research showing mixed outcomes in Texas regarding student access to advanced courses and academic performance.
As fewer young people choose college, this district wants to ensure they have career options
Niagara Falls High School is expanding career pathway programs as fewer students pursue college, with students gaining hands-on experience in construction, healthcare, and other trades.
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