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EU ‘pulling out all stops’ with minerals projects as it tries to avert China trade war
The EU announced support for 46 critical materials projects worth €21 billion to reduce dependency on China and avert potential trade tensions in coming months.
Pro-Kremlin Russian military blogger Mikhail Zvinchuk arrested in Montenegro
Mikhail Zvinchuk, a prominent pro-Kremlin Russian military blogger, was arrested in Montenegro on Friday on suspicion of spreading Russian influence and destabilization efforts.
Man named Hitler Mussolini elected mayor in Peru
A Peruvian candidate named Hitler Mussolini Simeon Flores won election as mayor of a remote Andean district with 229 votes, drawing international attention due to his historically significant forenames.
Russian search engine Yandex struggles after Ukrainian strikes on data centres
Russian tech giant Yandex reported severe disruptions after Ukrainian drone strikes damaged two of its five data centres this week, affecting services used by tens of millions.
Commentator Katie Zacharia picked as new White House press secretary
Conservative commentator Katie Zacharia has been selected as White House press secretary, replacing Karoline Leavitt who departed in August for a position at Fox News.
The U.S. last held a public execution in the 1930s. The Pentagon wants to change that
The Pentagon announced that President Trump approved a firing squad execution of Nidal Hasan, the 2009 Fort Hood shooter, to be livestreamed on December 3, marking a potential return to public executions after nearly a century.
Modi’s India takes on Trump more openly, from ‘terrorism’ to tariffs
India’s Foreign Minister criticizes the US for being insensitive to terrorism concerns, warming to Pakistan, and pursuing self-centered trade policies, marking a shift toward more open criticism of the Trump administration.
Palestinians to bury remains of 105 people killed in Israeli attack on Gaza
Palestinians are preparing to bury the remains of 105 people killed in an Israeli airstrike on Gaza City that occurred in October 2023.
The battle for Kordofan: The corridor linking Sudan’s east and west
Fighting between Sudan’s military and paramilitary forces has intensified in the Kordofan region since late 2025, making it a critical battleground with increasing drone strikes and significant displacement.
The German town where the right has banned new ‘stumbling stones’ for Nazi victims
A German town council voted to halt new stumbling stones—brass plaques honoring Nazi victims—in a decision that drew national outcry and involved the far-right AfD party.
‘We want justice’: series of rapes trigger mass protests at Indian universities
Mass protests erupted at Indian universities following a series of brutal rapes in Delhi, with students demanding systemic change and accountability rather than restrictions on women’s freedom and movement.
Syria removed from US arms export ban list
The US removed Syria from its arms export ban list, allowing weapons sales on a case-by-case basis as Washington strengthens ties with Damascus under the new government.
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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.
The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers
The first midterm primaries of 2026 featured a contested Texas Senate race headed to a runoff, voting issues in a Democratic primary, and one House incumbent losing reelection.
Where big spending won – and lost – in the Illinois primary
Illinois Democrats chose five new congressional nominees in open-seat primaries after unusually high retirements, with approximately $125 million spent across candidate and outside group campaigns.
Why Texas’ redistricting plan isn’t a sure bet
Texas’ new congressional redistricting map aims to flip five Democratic seats to Republican control, but its success depends on whether 2024 voting patterns hold in the midterms or revert to 2020 trends.
Mamdani proves his power with New York endorsements, plus more takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s endorsements of three progressive candidates in Democratic House primaries all won Tuesday, defeating incumbents and showcasing his rising political influence within the party.
Mandela Barnes drops out of high-stakes Wisconsin governor’s race
Former Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes withdrew from the state’s Democratic primary for governor Thursday, citing a commanding lead by rival Francesca Hong less than two weeks before the election.
Trump announced a deal for Hamas to disarm. And, the U.S. economy slowed a bit
President Trump announced a Hamas disarmament agreement, though a Palestinian official said the group would only surrender weapons if Israel withdraws first. Meanwhile, U.S. economic growth slowed to 1.5% in the second quarter.
George Santos agrees to $35,000 settlement in federal probe over Kalshi trades
Former Congressman George Santos agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation into suspicious trades on prediction marketplace Kalshi related to his attendance at President Trump’s State of the Union.
Laura Loomer, Lindsey Graham and the deepening Iran crisis: what’s behind Trump’s reset with Zelenskyy?
Relations between Trump and Zelenskyy have warmed markedly since an explosive February 2025 clash, coinciding with U.S. military struggles in its war with Iran and Ukraine’s offer of drone-defense expertise.
DoJ appears to ignore New Mexico deadline for key Epstein ranch files
New Mexico’s attorney general says the Justice Department missed a deadline to provide unredacted files related to a reopened criminal investigation into abuse allegations at Jeffrey Epstein’s former ranch.
A progressive lumberjack has fewer than 100 days to turn Maine’s Senate seat blue. Can he do it?
Progressive lumberjack Troy Jackson won the Democratic nomination for Maine’s Senate seat with fewer than 100 days until the election, aiming to unseat longtime Republican incumbent Susan Collins.
US Senate rejects bid to rein in Trump’s authority over Iran war
The Senate rejected a war powers resolution aimed at limiting Trump’s authority over Iran operations, with the measure failing 49-50 as fighting continues following a ceasefire collapse.
New Mexico AG sues for return of teen forced to cross border by foster care staff
New Mexico’s attorney general filed a lawsuit seeking the return of a 15-year-old American citizen from Mexico after foster care staff allegedly forced him to cross the border to reunite with his deported mother.
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt says states, not Washington, should control elections
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt argues states should control elections without federal interference, citing Oklahoma’s efficient voting processes while hosting the National Governors Association meeting in Oklahoma City.
Arizona, California and Nevada would share cuts under federal proposal to manage the Colorado River
The federal government proposed reducing water allocations to Arizona, California, and Nevada from the Colorado River through 2036, while sparing other basin states from mandatory cuts for now.
Republican Indiana Senate leader who defied Trump on redistricting leaving post
Indiana’s Republican Senate leader Rodric Bray announced he would step down from his position after six GOP incumbents who opposed President Trump’s redistricting plan lost their primary elections.
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Eli Lilly CEO says 700,000 new seniors have started GLP-1s after Medicare coverage, and 70% are on Lilly drugs
Eli Lilly’s CEO reports 700,000 seniors started GLP-1 obesity drugs through Medicare coverage launched in July, with 70% choosing Lilly medications over competitors.
Peloton is revamping its treadmills with new features in the next phase of its turnaround
Peloton unveiled three new treadmills and expanded AI features targeting a wider customer base from budget-conscious buyers to experienced athletes seeking personalized coaching.
Indian billionaire’s payments firm plots biggest London flotation in years
Airtel Money, a mobile payments firm operating across African countries and controlled by an Indian billionaire, plans to list on the London Stock Exchange, targeting an $800 million IPO and $8-9 billion valuation.
Legal & General to cut 1,000 jobs by mid-2027
Legal & General will eliminate approximately 1,000 jobs by mid-2027, representing about 10% of its workforce, as part of CEO António Simões’ restructuring efforts.
Why McDonald’s is following Walmart and Amazon into the advertising business
McDonald’s announced plans to create its own media network, following retailers like Amazon and Walmart. The company aims for the venture to eventually become a $1 billion business.
Barrecore and Boom Cycle owner suddenly shuts studios
Common Bond, the fitness company operating premium studios Barrecore and Boom Cycle in London, has abruptly closed all locations indefinitely following payment delays to instructors.
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‘We’re not going to back down’: tiny Dorset B&B stands up to Airbnb’s legal bid to ‘monopolise’ letters ‘bnb’
A six-room bed and breakfast on the Isle of Portland named bnb-side faces legal action from Airbnb, which claims the name infringes on its trademark and threatens consumer confusion.
Microsoft Copilot reveals secret input that allowed it to be hacked
Researchers at Varonis discovered a critical vulnerability in Microsoft 365 Copilot by asking the AI itself about its security guardrails, eventually obtaining an undocumented parameter that bypassed user consent requirements.
Apple unveils folding iPhone Duo as new CEO takes center stage
Apple unveiled the iPhone Duo, its first foldable phone starting at $1,999, as new CEO John Ternus took the helm following Tim Cook’s departure.
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 targeting critical vulnerabilities in Chrome and Windows to install malware.
Anthropic details bad actors’ efforts to misuse its AI for bioweapons
Anthropic published a threat intelligence report detailing attempts by criminals, state-sponsored groups and scientists to misuse its AI models for developing bioweapons, missiles, surveillance and propaganda.
‘Really helpful’: the AI bootcamps aimed at addressing UK youth unemployment
The UK government is piloting AI bootcamps in the north-west to train unemployed youth aged 16-24, hoping to address both youth joblessness and AI skill gaps through three-week courses and apprenticeships.
Your car is selling your data
The Federal Trade Commission penalized General Motors for collecting and selling customer driving data without adequate transparency, highlighting a widespread privacy concern across the automotive industry.
I rented a car, and within hours, my driver’s license was for sale
Over 153 million driver’s licenses were reportedly available for sale on the dark web through a service called Nexus, with the FBI investigating what appears to be an ongoing breach affecting car rental companies and other businesses.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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Solar Energy Industries Association to Combine with Coalition for Community Solar Access, Strengthening Advocacy for Entire Solar & Storage Industry Across the Country
The Solar Energy Industries Association and Coalition for Community Solar Access announced plans to combine, with CCSA integrating into SEIA effective in early October, creating a unified voice representing all solar and storage industry segments.
Households near new pylons to get £250 taken off annual energy bills
UK households within 500 meters of new power pylons will receive £250 annual energy bill discounts as the government pursues over 40 grid upgrade projects nationwide to modernize aging infrastructure.
Over 110 Groups to Congress: Don’t Criminalize Protest in Pipeline Safety Bill
Over 110 organizations urge Congress to reject protest criminalization language in a pipeline safety reauthorization bill, citing First Amendment concerns and existing legal remedies for pipeline tampering.
Sweeping Russia-Iran Sanctions Bill Advances Toward House Vote
The House Rules Committee advanced legislation imposing sanctions on Russia and Iran, clearing a procedural hurdle for a possible vote this week, though Democrats raised concerns about expanding presidential tariff authority.
Leaked EU Draft Would Scrap Hydrogen Mandates for EU-Wide Target
A leaked EU Commission draft for the Renewable Energy Directive would replace binding hydrogen mandates with a flexible EU-wide target while expanding support for crop-based and advanced biofuels.
Fossil fuel advertising contracts at all-time high in 2026
A report finds fossil fuel companies maintained a record 1,321 advertising contracts with agencies in 2026, spending heavily on image campaigns despite climate concerns.
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Britons kept in dark about scale of climate crisis, say viewers of ‘first-of-its-kind’ emergency briefing
A survey of 13,000 people found 87% felt more motivated to act on climate after watching a documentary film, with 93% saying the government is not fully informing the public about the crisis.
A new report just busted another myth about heat pumps
A new report from energy thinktank RMI finds that approximately 109 million U.S. homes could adopt heat pumps without overloading the electrical grid, while reducing emissions and lowering electricity bills.
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U. of Alaska Plans to End Out-of-State Tuition Rates
The University of Alaska system’s Board of Regents voted to eliminate out-of-state tuition rates pending final approval, aiming to attract more students nationally starting in the 2027–28 academic year.
Cassidy Eyes Final Push to Pass College Transparency Act
Senator Bill Cassidy is making a final push to pass his College Transparency Act, which would allow federal data collection on student outcomes after graduation, before leaving office in five months.
Facing political attack and falling enrollment, colleges take the fight to … each other
Facing enrollment declines and public criticism, four-year colleges are increasingly competing against each other and community colleges for students, undermining potential collaborative approaches to higher education access.
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 school shooting incidents, drawing inspiration from drone technology used in Ukraine’s conflict.
Gates Foundation Puts Heavier Emphasis on Career Readiness. Math Is Still a Priority
The Gates Foundation is expanding its education focus beyond math to include career readiness, aiming to double credentials of value earned by 2045 while maintaining its mathematics initiative.
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