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Kalshi taps former FBI agent to fight against money laundering
Kalshi hires former FBI agent Sean Fern to establish anti-money laundering operations as the prediction market platform experiences rapid growth and increased regulatory scrutiny.
Women with PMOS should get subsidised weight-loss drugs, Australian advocates say
Australian advocates are calling for weight-loss medications to be subsidized for women with a chronic hormonal condition affecting one in eight women, citing access and equity concerns.
US country music star Ella Langley cancels Tulsa show over ‘security threat’
Country music star Ella Langley cancelled her sold-out Tulsa concert over a reported security threat, though police found no credible danger after multiple venue sweeps.
Nord Stream trial: How German police followed the evidence – to Ukraine
A former Ukrainian Special Forces soldier is standing trial in Hamburg, accused of commanding the September 2022 Nord Stream pipeline sabotage beneath the Baltic Sea that disrupted Russian gas supplies to Germany.
India cracks down on youth protests as anger grows against Modi and election chief
Indian authorities detained thousands of protesters Saturday as the youth “Cockroach” movement campaigned against a voter list revision and demanded the election chief’s resignation.
A year of ceasefire in Gaza through the lens of NPR’s reporter
A year after a ceasefire began in Gaza, Israeli military control has expanded to roughly 70% of the territory while airstrikes continue, killing over 1,400 Palestinians despite slowed bombing rates.
Putin shows no sign of stopping the war as Russia doubles down on Ukraine
Vladimir Putin shows no signs of halting Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, with Moscow appearing to intensify military operations and escalate pressure on European supporters of Kyiv.
Cornell case spotlights ‘confusing’ web of systems for reporting campus assaults
A civil lawsuit against Cornell University highlights confusion surrounding how colleges and law enforcement handle sexual assault reports, with advocates noting the overlap between university and criminal justice systems creates barriers for survivors.
Captain Smit Machchhar: The ‘hero’ India pilot who was stabbed on Israel-bound flight
An Indian pilot was stabbed during a Flydubai flight bound for Israel on Wednesday, but managed to allow passengers and crew to overpower the attacker and prevent a crash, saving 174 people.
What life under U.S. sanctions looks like for one ICC judge
A Canadian judge at the International Criminal Court faces extensive U.S. sanctions, losing access to American company services, credit cards, and health insurance coverage after participating in a judicial decision on an Afghanistan investigation.
Kanye West’s Russia shows cancelled after stadium row
Ye’s scheduled concerts at St Petersburg’s Gazprom Arena on October 10 and 11 have been officially cancelled following disputes over the venue’s participation and controversy surrounding his past comments.
Moroccan intelligence uses surveillance to ‘silence’ journalists: Amnesty
Amnesty International has released a report documenting Morocco’s intelligence agency’s use of spyware and surveillance techniques against journalists and human rights defenders, citing testimony from a former agency employee.
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Kay Granger, first Republican woman from Texas to serve in the House, has died at age 83
Kay Granger, the first Republican woman from Texas elected to the U.S. House, has died at 83. She served nearly three decades and chaired the House Appropriations Committee.
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.
Why immigration remains strong for Trump among Republicans, according to a new AP-NORC poll
An AP-NORC poll shows immigration remains Trump’s strongest issue among Republicans, with roughly 8 in 10 approving of his handling, though overall approval has declined to 39% among all Americans.
Bessent ‘to-do’ list shows proposal for US to buy $5bn-$10bn of Japanese yen
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s visible notepad at a Camp David cabinet meeting revealed plans to purchase $5 billion to $10 billion in Japanese yen, prompting questions about currency intervention.
Trump’s threat to push ahead on settlement fund injects new uncertainty into attorney general talks
President Trump threatens to keep an acting attorney general and pursue a settlement fund if two Republican senators block his nominee for the top Justice Department position.
Trump offering early access to online posts in move seen as corruption
Trump Media launched a paid subscription service granting early access to Truth Social posts, with critics arguing it constitutes market manipulation and potential insider trading benefiting the president.
California announces minimum wage increase as governor taunts Trump
California’s minimum wage will rise to $17.40 starting next year, becoming the nation’s highest. Governor Newsom criticized the federal minimum wage and the Trump administration’s labor policies.
Darline Graham promotes Trump’s agenda in her political debut ahead of special Senate primary
Darline Graham made her political debut Saturday before South Carolina Republican voters, promoting Trump’s agenda in a special Senate primary election set for August 11 to fill her brother’s seat.
Democrats face most contentious – and crucial – test yet with Michigan primary
Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary features Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive epidemiologist, against incumbent Representative Haley Stevens. The race represents a crucial test of the party’s direction ahead of the general election.
Republicans want voters to elect Kansas Supreme Court justices and move court to the right
Kansas voters will decide whether to elect state Supreme Court justices rather than have governors appoint them, a measure backed by conservatives seeking to shift the court rightward on abortion and other issues.
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Budget airline king Bill Franke warms to first-class seats and premium upgrades
Budget airline pioneer Bill Franke says Frontier Airlines will introduce first-class seats next year as ultra-low-cost carriers adapt their business model amid rising costs and competition.
‘It’s awful’: How tariffs, soaring fuel costs and higher interest rates are squeezing American companies
American companies face mounting pressures from tariffs, elevated fuel costs, and rising interest rates, forcing manufacturers and retailers to increase prices and reconsider operations.
Eli Lilly CEO tells CNBC one-third of new GLP-1 pill patients are taking Foundayo, as drugmaker ramps up production
Eli Lilly CEO reports one-third of new GLP-1 pill patients are using Foundayo as the company expands production capacity and international availability.
Trump administration removes around 760,000 Obamacare enrollments, alleging fraud
The Trump administration canceled roughly 315,000 Affordable Care Act marketplace enrollments covering about 760,000 people, alleging unauthorized enrollments and fraud in the system.
UK warned over ballooning debt costs and slower growth ahead of Budget
The UK faces warnings of rising debt costs and slower economic growth ahead of Chancellor John Healey’s first Budget next month, with international organizations downgrading growth forecasts.
McDonald’s CEO expects high inflation, lackluster traffic are here to stay
McDonald’s CEO warns that elevated inflation and flat customer traffic will persist as structural industry challenges, not temporary headwinds, as the chain confronts rising costs and weakening sales.
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OpenAI agents discussed ways to escape their sandbox on public wiki
OpenAI agents posted thousands of messages on a public wiki discussing ways to escape sandbox restrictions and bypass security measures during internal testing, researchers disclosed Friday.
AI bots “Timmy,” “Ren,” and “Jackie” are flooding social media with slop
AI agents from startup iLands are flooding social media platforms and emailing writers with unsolicited spam promoting a system combining humans and artificial agents, prompting concerns about bot supervision and deceptive practices.
AI-linked stocks slide after tech bosses call for slowdown in ‘reckless’ development
AI-linked stocks declined sharply after tech executives called for slowing development of the technology, citing risks of uncontrolled advancement and potential infrastructure damage.
Apple Home’s new security camera features cost as much as $60 a month
Apple Home is adding AI-powered security camera features with iOS 27, but users must pay up to $60 monthly to access video summaries and search across multiple cameras.
Pubs in England and Wales to allow digital ID apps to prove age
Pubs and shops in England and Wales can now accept digital ID apps from customers to verify age, alongside traditional physical identification documents, starting on Tuesday.
Valve is still figuring out ‘how and when’ to do Steam Deck 2
Valve designer Pierre-Loup Griffais says the company is still determining how and when to release a Steam Deck 2, prioritizing finding the right chip that balances performance with battery efficiency.
Volvo’s plug-in hybrid XC60 and XC90 can really go the distance
Volvo has unveiled updated plug-in hybrid versions of its XC60 and XC90 SUVs with electric ranges of 78 and 73 miles respectively, more than double their previous capabilities.
Why are there concerns AI could threaten humanity?
AI researchers have warned of potential existential risks from advanced artificial intelligence systems, prompting calls for regulated development and industry safeguards amid rapid technological advancement.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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What Yemen Really Means to the U.S.-Iran War
Yemen’s Houthis are pursuing their own agenda separate from Iran’s strategic interests, demanding concessions tied to a 2023 UN roadmap while limiting attacks to Saudi targets and avoiding broader conflict.
ReFuelEU’s First Year Shows the Mandate Works
Europe’s sustainable aviation fuel mandate exceeded its first-year target, with 2.8% of aviation fuel supplied coming from SAF in 2025. However, the market remains heavily dependent on imported waste feedstocks rather than synthetic alternatives.
NLR Campus To Host US Department of Energy Geothermal Center of Excellence
The U.S. Department of Energy announced the establishment of a Geothermal Center of Excellence at the National Laboratory of the Rockies in Colorado to advance geothermal energy through collaboration and research.
PacWave Opens—A Giant Leap for Marine Energy
America’s first grid-connected, pre-permitted open-ocean wave energy test facility opened on the Oregon coast in late August, providing commercial-scale device developers with unprecedented testing opportunities.
IEA Chief: Electrification Still Energy’s Top Bet Despite AI Fears
The IEA chief stated that electrification remains the central strategy for global energy investment, with electricity demand growing three times faster than overall energy demand despite concerns about artificial intelligence.
New Life For Public EV Charging Stations Trump Tried To Kill
The NEVI public EV charging program, which the Trump administration attempted to suspend, has been partially restored through legal action and revised guidance, allowing states to continue building federally funded charging infrastructure.
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How California is bracing for a winter of floods, fires and extreme storms all at once
California faces an exceptional El Niño expected to bring severe storms, flooding, and wildfires simultaneously this winter, with forecasters warning of historically extreme conditions across the state.
Trump just effectively killed a popular solar energy program for rural America
The Trump administration has effectively eliminated solar project funding through the REAP program for rural farmers, citing concerns about farmland preservation and foreign components in solar systems.
Education In The News
Private schools offer 41% more tree shade than state schools in England
Private schools in England have 41% more tree cover than state schools, with disadvantaged areas having significantly less shade during extreme heat events.
Education Department Approves First Workforce Pell Program
The U.S. Department of Education approved its first Workforce Pell program at Iowa Central Community College, enabling EMT training students to access federal grants for the 14-week course.
In private call, Education Dept. tried, but failed, to reassure disability advocates
The Education Department plans to shift special education oversight to the Department of Health and Human Services, prompting concerns from disability advocates about implementation clarity and federal protections.
No internet, no screen time? FCC weighs cutting subsidy that lowers school internet bills
The FCC is reviewing the E-Rate program, which subsidizes internet access for schools and libraries. Educators warn that eliminating or reducing funding could force districts to cut services or staff.
Pilot scheme in England to convert empty classrooms into community hubs
England is launching a pilot scheme to convert empty school classrooms into community hubs like youth clubs and health centers, allocating £2.1m to six local authorities.
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