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The Kennedy Center names new artistic director, amid concerns
The Kennedy Center named Rick Canny, a talent manager with experience working with rock bands, as its new artistic director, despite staff complaints about his consulting fees and business practices.
Expedition hopes to find aviator Amelia Earhart’s plane on remote island
A research expedition is heading to a remote Pacific island to investigate what may be the wreckage of aviator Amelia Earhart’s plane, which disappeared in 1937.
US unveils sanctions on ICC in move court condemns as ‘assault on rule of law’
The US has imposed sweeping sanctions on the International Criminal Court, banning American entities from transacting with the institution. The ICC and allied nations condemned the measures as an assault on international law and the rule of law.
Flydubai co-pilot planned suicide attack on Israeli airport, UAE prosecutors say
A flydubai co-pilot accused of attempting to seize control of a passenger aircraft last week was planning a suicide attack on Israel’s Ben Gurion airport, according to UAE prosecutors. The 29-year-old attacker was overpowered by passengers after injuring the pilot.
Three men found guilty of murdering Australian brothers and US friend in Mexico
Three men have been found guilty of murdering Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson and their US friend Carter Rhoad during a 2024 surfing trip to Mexico.
Fired OpenAI employees question the company’s commitment to safety
Three former OpenAI employees claim they were fired for speaking out on safety concerns, while the company says they were dismissed for mishandling sensitive information.
Nepal avalanche kills at least 15 expedition workers
An avalanche at Himlung peak in central Nepal killed at least 15 expedition workers early on Sunday, with rescuers recovering bodies from the base camp in one of the region’s worst recent mountain disasters.
Election debate cancelled in Brazil, bomb scare outside Supreme Court
Brazil’s presidential frontrunners skip a final debate this week citing electoral court rulings, while police investigate a bomb threat at the Supreme Court that proved unfounded.
Greece pushes EU to suspend asylum during mass migration surges
Greece has proposed that EU member states be allowed to temporarily suspend asylum applications during mass migration surges, with support from several countries including the Netherlands.
Miami judge rules federal noncitizen voting law violates US Constitution
A federal judge in Miami ruled that a law criminalizing noncitizen voting is unconstitutional, finding that states, not Congress, have authority over voter qualifications.
US delivers F-16V fighter jets to Taiwan as island eyes threat from China
The US delivered two F-16V fighter jets to Taiwan on Friday as part of an $8 billion agreement to strengthen the island’s defense capabilities against potential Chinese military action.
Swiss glaciers suffer another year of record ice loss
Switzerland’s glaciers lost over 5% of their ice in 2026, continuing a rapid decline linked to global warming. The loss threatens Europe’s water supply and increases risks of landslides and flooding.
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A federal judge lets DHS proceed with a border wall through a small Texas town’s levee system
A federal judge rejected a Texas town’s bid to halt construction of a border wall through its levee system, allowing the Department of Homeland Security to proceed with its $46 billion project.
Author of Democrats’ 2024 election autopsy report says chapter was left out
The author of Democrats’ 2024 election autopsy claims a section discussing party officials’ wealth was removed from the published version, while party leadership disputes the allegation.
Trump bank accounts were closed due to concerns over possible money laundering, Capital One says
Capital One says it closed President Trump’s accounts in 2021 due to financial activity flagged as potentially matching money laundering characteristics, according to a court filing responding to Trump’s debanking lawsuit.
In Texas, a political group bets $6 million on Latino voters coming back to Democrats
A left-leaning group is investing $6 million to organize Latino voters in Texas ahead of the midterms, seeking to reverse gains Republicans made with this demographic in 2024.
Ethics panel recommends House censure Republican Rep. Chuck Edwards for conduct with two aides
The House Ethics Committee recommended censuring Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C., for inappropriate conduct toward two female aides, including lavish gifts and intimate invitations.
Nolan Wells death: at least two people charged over alleged threats to officials
At least two people have been charged with making threats against Mississippi officials in connection with the death of 18-year-old Nolan Wells, whose July death sparked widespread attention and racial tensions.
Trump blasts Pirro after she refutes his claim that Reflecting Pool was damaged by vandals
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro moved to dismiss charges against a former Olympian, attributing Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool damage to contractor errors rather than vandalism, prompting President Trump to publicly criticize her assessment.
Senate leaders reach funding deal to avoid shutdown during campaign season
Senate leaders unveiled a short-term spending bill to fund federal agencies through early December, avoiding a government shutdown during the midterm election campaign season.
El-Sayed and Stevens make final Democratic Senate primary push in Michigan churches, union halls
Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens made final campaign pushes through Michigan churches and union halls in the closing hours of a fiercely contested Democratic Senate primary.
Maryland lawmakers to consider steps toward partisan redistricting for 2028
Maryland lawmakers begin a special session to consider a constitutional amendment that could allow Democrats to redraw congressional districts to potentially gain an additional House seat by 2028.
Brazil’s HIV advocates say they predicted USAID funding cuts: ‘We would see the trends’
Brazilian HIV advocates say they anticipated USAID funding reductions and argue that countries should prioritize health system independence rather than relying on foreign aid.
Democrats’ ‘climate hushing’ prompts activists to turn up the volume
Environmental activists are organizing demonstrations across 20 states during the congressional recess, urging Democratic lawmakers to prioritize climate change after many have reduced focus on the issue.
US reporter fighting back after border patrol seized his cellphones
A reporter’s cellphones were seized by border patrol agents at a Virginia airport, sparking a legal battle over whether the Trump administration targeted him for his journalism.
Trump says Mideast allies have reached outlines of deal to end Iran war, says US to stop new strikes
President Trump announced that Middle Eastern allies have reached preliminary parameters for a deal to end the Iran conflict, stating the U.S. will pause new military strikes pending agreement completion.
Family to sue after woman released from ICE custody froze to death
The family of a Haitian immigrant who died from hypothermia after ICE released her in Pittsburgh is preparing to file a lawsuit against U.S. and other governmental entities this month.
Ken Martin hunkers down at the Democratic National Committee as a storm gathers around party leader
Ken Martin, chair of the Democratic National Committee, faces mounting pressure to resign amid criticism over fundraising, leadership decisions, and workplace conduct, though party members show no immediate plans to replace him before November midterm elections.
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Starbucks to shutter about 250 stores in latest round of cafe closures
Starbucks will close approximately 250 underperforming North American cafes, representing about 1% of its roughly 18,000 locations in the region as part of its ongoing turnaround strategy.
Oil price rise creates more pressure on UK policymakers before budget
Rising oil prices are constraining UK policymakers’ options ahead of next month’s budget, with officials exploring support measures for consumers amid concerns about energy costs and potential interest rate increases.
Lowe’s is launching a drone delivery service in partnership with DoorDash, Alphabet
Lowe’s has launched a drone delivery service with DoorDash and Alphabet’s Wing, enabling rapid delivery of over 100 products within 20 minutes in a pilot program in North Carolina.
Work intensifying on UK laws to stamp out concert ticket touts, say sources
The UK government is intensifying efforts to draft legislation banning the for-profit resale of concert tickets on secondary markets, a pledge first made in the 2024 election manifesto.
Most of UK’s essential food supply grown in drought-risk areas, report warns
Analysis finds 81% of England’s fresh produce is grown in drought-risk areas, with major crops like wheat and barley concentrated in regions facing moderate to very high drought risk.
UK diesel price close to all-time high
UK diesel prices are approaching record levels amid disruptions from the US-Israel war with Iran, with average prices at 198.32p per litre nearing the 2022 peak of 199.09p.
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‘I created my mom and talk to her’: AI ghosts and deathslop are changing the way we mourn
AI-generated tributes to deceased celebrities, dubbed “deathslop,” are proliferating online, while some families are using generative AI griefbots as personal mourning tools with consent from living relatives.
Voicemod’s new pocket-friendly device brings real-time voice changing to your phone
Voicemod introduced a mobile device enabling real-time voice changing on smartphones and tablets for gaming, calls, and streaming, priced at $99.90 standalone or $129.90 with a Pro license.
This doorbell camera lets a human security guard watch your front door
SimpliSafe launches its Video Doorbell Series 2 with AI-powered threat detection and live agent monitoring, allowing human security guards to respond to suspicious activity at your front door.
Fujifilm’s Instax Pal 2 is a tiny digital camera that may not disappoint
Fujifilm introduced the Instax Pal 2, a pocket-sized digital camera featuring a 10-megapixel sensor, optical viewfinder, and LCD screen, launching in the US later this month for $169.95.
Meta’s new One subscriptions put a price on social media and AI
Meta launches global subscription bundles pairing app subscriptions with AI features, offering tiers for individuals starting at $7.99 monthly and business options up to $499.
Now Light’s minimalist phone can easily call an Uber
Light is adding rideshare integration to its minimalist phones, allowing users to book Uber and Lyft rides directly through a new tool while maintaining the device’s philosophy of minimal notifications.
Kia’s electric van lineup is getting more interesting with reveal of PV7
Kia unveiled its PV7 electric van this week, the second model in its Platform Beyond Vehicle lineup. The longer van offers passenger and cargo variants with advanced battery technology and an eye-catching design.
What is AI, how do apps like ChatGPT work and why are there concerns?
Artificial intelligence has become increasingly prevalent in daily life, from social media algorithms to medical diagnostics, but rapid developments in generative AI tools like ChatGPT have sparked concerns about environmental impact, data ethics, and potential risks.
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Kazakhstan Turns to Russian Gas as Domestic Demand Surges
Kazakhstan plans to significantly increase natural gas imports from Russia, tripling purchases to meet surging domestic demand, though potential new US sanctions could complicate the deal.
UK inflation rises to 2.9% as Iran war drives up energy bills
UK inflation rose to 2.9% in July as conflict in the Middle East pushed energy prices higher, marking the first increase since March and complicating efforts to ease cost-of-living pressures.
Speed up electricity grid upgrade or else face higher bills, warns UK watchdog
UK’s spending watchdog warns that without accelerating electricity grid upgrades, consumer energy bills could rise by up to £7.8bn annually by 2030.
Inside the DOE’s $16 Million Bet on Critical Minerals Talent
The Department of Energy announced $16 million in funding to advance critical minerals workforce education, addressing a significant domestic shortage of trained mining engineers compared to China.
Turkey Bets $108 Billion on Wind and Solar While Expanding Oil and Gas
Turkey plans to invest $108 billion over the next decade to expand wind and solar capacity to 120 GW while simultaneously pursuing oil and gas development and positioning itself as a regional energy hub.
Saudi Pipeline Outage Could Deepen the Global Fuel Crunch
Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline, a critical alternative to the Strait of Hormuz, suffered damage to three pumping stations in an attack, with repairs potentially requiring five to six weeks and threatening to worsen global fuel shortages.
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Chart: A record two-thirds of car sales in China are now electric vehicles
New-energy vehicles comprised 67% of Chinese car sales in September, a record share, as combustion-engine vehicle sales declined sharply amid rising fuel prices and broader market contraction.
Factcheck: UK Conservatives double the ‘cost of net-zero’ after spreadsheet blunder
UK Conservatives cited an inflated net-zero cost figure in a policy document, apparently derived from a spreadsheet error that double-counted expenses from the Climate Change Committee’s 2020 analysis.
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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.
Why Standardized Tests in English Fall Short for English Learners
State standardized tests written in English may not fully capture English learners’ academic knowledge. Native language assessments have expanded, with 35 states now offering them compared to 31 in 2020.
School Pregnancy Prevention Efforts Shut Down as Trump Emphasizes Abstinence
The Department of Health and Human Services terminated federal Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program grants for over 50 organizations nationwide on June 26, citing misalignment with Trump administration priorities emphasizing abstinence.
Three arrested in fraud investigation at University of Greater Manchester
Three people have been arrested in connection with a financial crimes investigation at the University of Greater Manchester, involving allegations of fraud, bribery, and money laundering totaling over £1 million.
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