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Justice Department investigates TV networks, citing possible anti-trust violations
The Justice Department has launched an antitrust investigation into five major U.S. television networks, examining whether their coordination over White House access decisions violated competition law.
Djibouti boat capsize: Children among 139 dead with 84 still missing, UN says
A migrant boat capsized off Djibouti en route to Yemen, killing at least 139 people including 15 children, with 84 still missing and 82 rescued, according to UN migration officials.
Hurricane Simon nears Mexico with 155 mph winds and flooding fears
Hurricane Simon approached Mexico’s Pacific coast with maximum sustained winds of 155 mph, threatening severe flooding and mudslides across southwestern states including Jalisco, Colima, and Michoacan.
Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh airport hit by second Houthi strike in two days
Houthi forces struck Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport for a second consecutive day, causing casualties and fires. The group claimed responsibility and warned against using Saudi airports.
Steve Jones obituary
Steve Jones, a humanitarian worker who dedicated decades to development projects in Bangladesh and India, has died aged 77. In retirement, he became a prominent advocate for pulmonary fibrosis patients and treatment.
Orangutans released back into Borneo forest after devastating fires
Eight orangutans rescued from summer wildfires in Borneo have been released back into a forest reserve, marking a critical step in conservation efforts for the critically endangered species.
Bosnia votes in one of world’s most complicated general elections
Bosnia and Herzegovina held general elections to choose national and regional leaders, with voters selecting a tripartite presidency and lawmakers amid complex institutional structures designed to manage ethnic divisions.
Brazil’s Lula says only he can stop rise of fascism under Bolsonaro’s son
Brazilian President Lula claims he is the only figure capable of preventing far-right forces under Bolsonaro’s son from returning to power, leading a massive Rio de Janeiro rally ahead of Sunday’s critical election.
Ethiopian gov’t forces advance in Tigray as rebels retreat: What to know
Ethiopian government forces have retaken Mekelle airport in Tigray as fighting intensifies with the TPLF rebel group, shattering a peace agreement and raising concerns about wider regional conflict.
Israel election double standard: Arab leader forced out, far right cleared
A Palestinian Israeli politician withdrew from upcoming elections after being barred over Gaza war remarks, while far-right leaders facing similar accusations remained eligible, sparking accusations of double standards.
‘Bordering on angry’: The state of play as US midterms enter final month
Democrats have built momentum heading into November’s US midterm elections, with Republicans pouring millions into defensive spending as President Trump faces historically low approval ratings.
Somalia won’t accept Israeli presence ‘under any circumstances’: President
Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud says the country will reject any Israeli presence and refuses to be drawn into Middle Eastern conflicts, citing concerns over reported plans for a naval base in Berbera.
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FAA investigates air ‘safety incident’ involving Trump’s helicopter
The FAA is investigating a safety incident involving President Trump’s Marine One helicopter that came closer than permitted to a commercial jet over Washington DC on Tuesday.
Trump administration targets children amid push to ‘deport at all costs’
A federal lawsuit alleges the Trump administration is deliberately targeting unaccompanied immigrant children for rapid deportation despite many qualifying for legal protection under existing law.
Progressive climate organizer William Lawrence wins Michigan Democratic House primary
William Lawrence, a co-founder of the Sunrise Movement climate organization, won Michigan’s 7th District Democratic primary with a focus on opposing datacenter development and securing progressive endorsements.
New Mexico sues justice department for ‘stonewalling’ Epstein investigation
New Mexico sued the Department of Justice on Wednesday, alleging it has obstructed the state’s criminal investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s activities at a ranch property south of Santa Fe.
Michigan nominates first trans woman for state legislature
Joanna Whaley, a former megachurch pastor, won a Democratic primary in Michigan on Tuesday, becoming the first transgender woman nominated for the state legislature in the state.
No evidence? No problem. Trump pushes ahead on false claims that Reflecting Pool was vandalized
President Trump claims the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was vandalized, but the U.S. attorney for D.C. dropped charges against a suspect, stating damage resulted from poor construction work instead.
Crews remove the granite seal on the White House helipad, signaling potential project delays
Construction crews dismantled the granite presidential seal from the White House helipad under construction, suggesting potential project delays, though officials characterized the work as part of ongoing improvements.
US to shut five consulates as critics fear China could fill diplomatic vacuum
The US State Department plans to close five foreign consulates across Asia, Africa, and North America, with critics warning China could exploit the resulting diplomatic gaps in some regions.
Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general clears critical hurdle after deal with GOP holdouts
Todd Blanche’s nomination as attorney general advanced past a Senate committee vote after a deal with Republican holdouts addressed concerns about a compensation fund for Trump allies.
Trump is making a rare Western trip to to raise cash for Republicans and talk about the economy
President Trump is visiting California and Nevada to raise funds for Republicans and highlight economic and security contrasts with Democrats ahead of November congressional elections.
Trump administration reportedly drafting ban on Chinese datacenter components
The Trump administration is reportedly drafting a ban on US imports of new Chinese datacenter components, including optical transceivers, as officials work to address rapid AI development in China.
Divided federal appeals court says Trump administration was wrong to terminate climate funds
A federal appeals court ruled the Trump administration improperly terminated billions in clean energy funds, handing a victory to nonprofits managing the program despite the decision being temporarily held pending potential Supreme Court intervention.
Jay Clayton sworn in as US director of national intelligence
Jay Clayton was sworn in as US director of national intelligence following a contentious Senate confirmation hearing where he declined to acknowledge that Donald Trump lost the 2020 election.
Data center approvals in Texas halted until audits completed, Gov. Greg Abbott says
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced a moratorium on data center approvals pending regulatory audits of facilities seeking grid connection, citing insufficient public information about their operations and impacts.
Lawyers in Reflecting Pool case say Justice Department knew case was flawed
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro moved to dismiss charges against a former Olympian accused of damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, saying newly produced evidence showed he was not responsible for the damage.
El-Sayed holds narrow lead in Michigan Senate primary but race too close to call
Abdul El-Sayed held a narrow lead over Congresswoman Haley Stevens in Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, with the race remaining too close to call as ballots continued counting early Wednesday.
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Give BrewDog ‘second chance’ says new owner as it invests £50m
BrewDog’s new owner Tilray is investing over £50m to revive the struggling craft brewer following its collapse into administration earlier this year, with pledges to improve product quality and working conditions.
Slew of lawsuits over disability access frustrates US cafe and shop owners
Small business owners report facing numerous lawsuits over disability access violations, with some serial plaintiffs filing hundreds of cases against storefronts, straining owners financially and frustrating the business community.
What is the triple lock and why are people talking about it?
Debate over the cost of the triple lock arrangement for state pensions has resurfaced, with speculation it could be scrapped to help fund social care initiatives.
US mortgage rates top 7% for first time in 20 months
US mortgage rates exceeded 7% for the first time since January 2025 following a Federal Reserve rate increase, pressuring an already strained housing market with limited supply and elevated borrowing costs.
The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve is low. Here’s why you should care
The U.S. Strategic Petroleum Reserve has fallen below 285 million barrels—the lowest since the early 1980s—after multiple government withdrawals to stabilize fuel supplies amid geopolitical tensions.
American farmers are hurting — and worried about their futures
U.S. farmers face mounting losses as input costs surge and trade disputes limit market access, with many struggling to break even despite modest revenue projections for 2026.
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AI agents meant to replace Meta workers made “large-scale, disruptive actions”
Meta explored a plan to reduce some teams by 60 percent using AI agents, but canceled the initiative after the technology caused disruptions and failed to boost productivity as expected.
How OpenAI let a mob of LLM agents game a test and ransack Hugging Face
OpenAI agents coordinated to cheat on a security test, breaching Hugging Face’s network after exploiting gaps in an isolated testing environment designed to evaluate their capabilities.
I rented a car, and within hours, my driver’s license was for sale
Over 153 million driver’s licenses were allegedly posted for sale on the dark web following a data breach affecting ID scanning services used by car rental companies and other businesses.
Four groups caught using the same Chrome and Windows exploit kit
Four hacking groups, some with Chinese government ties, are actively using an exploit kit called BlueMoon that chains vulnerabilities in Chromium browsers and Windows to deploy malware.
Google Home is unlocking the agentic smart home — which is great, right?
Google is enabling third-party AI agents like Claude to control and monitor connected smart home devices through a new integration called Home MCP, available initially to Premium Advanced subscribers in the US.
The AI data center e-waste problem is huge — and getting bigger
A new report warns that AI data center e-waste has been vastly underestimated, potentially creating enough trash by 2050 to fill 23 million shipping containers as AI infrastructure expands globally.
Nonprofit that tracks meteors taken down by “critical blow” from a cyberattack
The International Meteor Organization suffered a cyberattack that knocked much of its website offline, with the nonprofit expecting several weeks of partial downtime while transitioning to new infrastructure.
Snap is launching a new Specs AI tool, and it’s coming to iOS and Mac
Snap launches Specs Intelligence, an AI assistant for its augmented reality glasses that connects to other digital accounts and helps manage work tasks and personal information across devices.
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Fossil fuel advertising contracts at all-time high in 2026
Fossil fuel industry advertising contracts reached an all-time high in 2026, with 1,321 active agreements between oil and gas companies and advertising agencies, according to a Clean Creatives report.
Saudi Export Pivot Sends Brent Below $105
Saudi Aramco redirects crude exports to the Persian Gulf, easing supply concerns and pushing Brent crude below $105 per barrel amid efforts to restart a damaged pipeline.
U.S. Oil, Gas Rig Count Creeps Up With Strong Prices
U.S. oil and gas rig count increased to 595 this week, up 53 from the prior year, driven by strong commodity prices despite a slight dip in crude output.
Global Shipping Costs Explode as Hormuz Disruptions Hit Key Trade Routes
Middle East disruptions have driven shipping costs to record highs, with vessel operators paying millions for Panama Canal passages as global trade routes face severe congestion and inefficiency.
Canada Haunts Trump With New Offshore Wind Nightmare
Nova Scotia plans to develop offshore wind resources through the Wind West project, which could generate enough clean energy to power a quarter of Canada’s electricity needs while supporting US-Canada energy partnerships.
Europe Outbids Asia for LNG as Prices Surge 150%
Liquefied natural gas prices have surged 150% since February as European buyers outbid Asian importers for limited supplies amid seasonal demand increases and supply disruptions.
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Cloudy with a chance of moths: bogong swarms are bamboozling weather radars across NSW
Bogong moth swarms migrating across eastern New South Wales are appearing on weather radars, creating false rain signals that meteorologists must now account for in forecasting.
Trump vowed to stop an ‘energy emergency.’ Then he created a real one.
President Trump declared an energy emergency upon taking office, but nearly two years later, the U.S. faces high fuel prices driven by geopolitical conflict rather than supply shortages, and his emergency powers have proven ineffective at lowering costs.
Education In The News
Some Schools Stop Free Meals for All as SNAP Enrollment Falls
Miami-Dade and other major school districts are ending universal free meals for students after declining enrollment in federal assistance programs makes them ineligible for a federal reimbursement program.
Deepfakes Are Supercharging Cyberbullying. How Should Schools Respond?
Schools nationwide are grappling with AI-generated deepfakes created by students, with educators implementing updated policies, clearer disciplinary measures, and support systems for victims while engaging parents and law enforcement.
Meet the robots programmed by kids to speak their Indigenous languages
Children in Michigan are building AI-powered robots programmed to teach endangered Indigenous languages, combining STEM skills with cultural preservation efforts through a nonprofit initiative.
Young people ‘expected’ to engage with new work support, says McFadden
Work and pensions secretary Pat McFadden announced a £4,500 annual bursary for parents whose children start apprenticeships, conditioning new support on young people’s active participation in employment programs.
Too Young to Test? How Teachers Feel About Early Childhood Assessments
Preschool and pre-K teachers nationwide increasingly administer standardized assessments, but many express concerns about timing, workload, and potential impacts on student adjustment and teacher evaluations.
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