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Residents airlifted to safety in central Chile as El Niño blamed for torrential rains
Authorities in central Chile airlifted residents to safety as the Mapocho river flooded the city of Talagante following torrential rains attributed to El Niño conditions.
Bear kills man in home attack near Mongolian capital
A bear fatally attacked a man in his home near Ulaanbaatar overnight Wednesday, also severely injuring a woman. The incident marks an escalating trend of bear encounters near Mongolia’s capital.
South Korea test-flies its first domestically developed hypersonic weapon
South Korea successfully test-flew its first domestically developed hypersonic weapon, traveling at least five times the speed of sound and designed to evade missile defense systems.
Italy approves elections overhaul as opposition accuse Meloni of ‘scam’ law
Italy’s parliament approved a controversial electoral system overhaul championed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, moving to full proportional representation ahead of elections due next year.
Former Labour MP cleared over role in fraudulent Covid-19 testing company
Former Labour MP and justice minister Shahid Malik was acquitted of charges related to a fraudulent Covid-19 testing company, though a co-founder was convicted of the same offences.
US deportations to African countries unlawful and exploit suffering – HRW
Human Rights Watch claims the US deportation of migrants to African countries where they lack citizenship violates international law and exploits human suffering to discourage migration.
Rubio, Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister hold talks on Yemen, Hormuz Strait
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister to discuss regional security, including shipping safety in the Strait of Hormuz and the escalating conflict in Yemen involving Iranian-backed Houthis.
‘This is terrorism’: daytime Russian strike hits science academy in Kyiv
A Russian drone struck Ukraine’s National Academy of Sciences in central Kyiv on Monday, killing at least one person and wounding three others in a daytime attack on the civilian research institution.
Satellite images show Gaza in ruins three years into Israel’s genocidal war
Satellite imagery shows widespread destruction across Gaza nearly three years into conflict, with approximately 82 percent of structures damaged and two-thirds destroyed, according to UN assessments.
Israeli settlers attack Jalud village in occupied West Bank pogrom
Israeli settlers set fire to homes in a Palestinian village in the occupied West Bank, forcing a family out again hours after they returned under a court order, in what authorities describe as part of escalating violence across the territory.
‘A false problem’: Italy’s Muslims question Meloni’s burqa ban
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has proposed banning burqas and niqabs in schools, but Muslim leaders and educators question the necessity of the measure, citing its rarity in practice.
Thousands of drivers strike in the Philippines over rising fuel prices
Thousands of Philippine transport workers staged a two-day strike demanding fuel price reductions amid rising costs, prompting government deployment of police and buses to assist stranded commuters.
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Trump and DOJ ask Supreme Court to toss $83 million defamation verdict in E. Jean Carroll case
President Trump and the Justice Department are asking the Supreme Court to overturn an $83 million defamation verdict awarded to writer E. Jean Carroll after she accused him of sexual assault.
Judge weighs bid to block or reverse transfers of transgender inmates into a segregated prison unit
A federal judge expressed concern that the Trump administration violated a court order by transferring transgender inmates to a segregated prison unit, though he has not yet ruled on enforcement.
Senate unanimously passes resolution opposing pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell
The US Senate unanimously passed a non-binding resolution opposing any presidential pardon or clemency for Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year sentence for sex-trafficking crimes related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Witness to a fatal ICE shooting in Houston is released from immigration detention
A witness to a fatal ICE shooting in Houston was released from immigration detention Wednesday after weeks in custody, with a federal judge ordering his release despite prosecutors’ appeal.
US uses dormant court to seek deportation of Afghan woman accused of aiding terror plot
The Trump administration is using a dormant 30-year-old court for the first time to seek deportation of an Afghan woman accused of supporting an Islamic State-inspired terror plot.
Urban League report says Trump administration is harming Black Americans’ chances at American Dream
The National Urban League’s annual report contends that the Trump administration’s policies have worsened economic and political prospects for Black Americans, marking the furthest distance from opportunity since the Civil Rights Movement.
The Trump administration has undercut the U.S. asylum program. These 3 charts show how
The Trump administration has implemented multiple policies narrowing asylum eligibility and approvals over the past year, with new rules expected to deny hundreds of thousands more applicants legal permission to remain in the U.S.
Republican disenfranchisement bid drives Black voters to polls, study finds
A study finds Republican redistricting efforts targeting Black voters following a Supreme Court decision are instead motivating higher turnout and leftward shifts in Black Belt counties across the South.
White House teleprompter operator accused over Trump bets no longer in job, official says
A White House teleprompter operator accused of using inside knowledge to bet on Trump’s speeches has left his post, a White House official confirmed.
A new media ecosystem is taking root on the left, reshaping Democratic politics
A growing ecosystem of independent podcasts, social media accounts, and digital news outlets is reshaping Democratic politics by boosting anti-establishment, left-leaning candidates who might otherwise receive limited mainstream media attention.
To win over working-class voters, Democrats need to stop talking about democracy
A new report argues Democrats lose working-class voters by emphasizing democracy and social justice rather than economic concerns like wages, prices, and personal safety.
Trump’s attacks on mail balloting and concerns over delays turn midterms spotlight on Postal Service
The U.S. Postal Service faces heightened scrutiny ahead of midterm elections as concerns grow about mail ballot delays and President Trump pursues restrictions on mail voting through executive order.
Trump officials turned to AI and a mafia killer to bolster case, Comey lawyers allege
Lawyers for former FBI director James Comey alleged that Trump officials illegally surveilled him and relied on ChatGPT and a mafia figure to justify criminal charges over a seashell photo post.
Blanche nomination at risk of delay as senator seeks assurances on Trump settlement
A key Republican senator is demanding written assurances from the Justice Department about a Trump tax settlement, potentially delaying confirmation of Todd Blanche as attorney general.
Wisconsin judge says voters who have returned absentee ballot for state primary cannot get a new one
A Wisconsin judge ruled Wednesday that voters cannot void their returned absentee ballots for the state’s primary, dealing a blow to Democrats seeking to allow voters to switch their choices.
Trump announces $22bn plan to rebuild Dulles international airport
President Trump announced a $22 billion plan to rebuild Washington’s Dulles International Airport, directing design changes from the Oval Office and envisioning new terminals and infrastructure improvements.
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Trump reveals millions of dollars’ worth of share deals in big tech and AI
President Trump disclosed millions in stock trades during July involving major tech and AI firms including Microsoft, Nvidia, SpaceX, and Tesla, according to official filings.
Reported assaults on Britain’s rail services rise by more than a third
Reported violent incidents and harassment on Britain’s rail services surged 36% in the year to March 2026, reaching the highest level since tracking began in 2004.
The economic squeeze is pushing up poverty rates for older adults
Poverty among seniors rose for the fifth consecutive year in 2025, with rates climbing to 15.4% for those 65 and older, according to AARP Foundation analysis.
Hyundai expected to outsell Ford in third quarter as Detroit automakers lack hybrids
Hyundai is forecast to outsell Ford in the third quarter for the first time, driven by strong hybrid offerings and Ford’s production challenges following supplier disruptions.
UK food and drink trade deficit largest since 2000 at £21bn
The UK’s food and drink trade deficit has reached over £21 billion—its largest since 2000—as Brexit, Middle East conflict, and US tariffs reduced exports while imports surged.
NI economy: Economic output rises, but businesses warn of rising costs
Northern Ireland’s economy grew 1% in the second quarter, outpacing the UK and Republic of Ireland, though businesses warn rising energy and food costs threaten future growth.
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UK lawmakers urge Burnham to back ban on superintelligent AI after chilling warnings
Over 70 UK lawmakers have urged Prime Minister Burnham to support a ban on superintelligent AI development, citing expert warnings of a 10% human extinction risk.
Lawyer fined $5K over AI-hallucinated witnesses in a murder case
New Mexico’s Supreme Court fined lawyer Stephen Aarons $5,000 for submitting an appeal brief containing AI-fabricated witnesses and false testimony in a murder case.
Authorities arrest 2 alleged members of prolific hacking group TeamPCP
Australian authorities arrested two men accused of participating in TeamPCP, a hacking group responsible for supply-chain attacks affecting over 1,000 organizations worldwide.
Think twice before installing this device promising free movies
Security researchers warn that streaming devices offering free movies often install malware and repurpose home internet connections for criminal networks, exposing users to hacking and unauthorized surveillance.
Confused about which VPN is right, US senator asks the NSA for guidance
A US senator is requesting the NSA provide public guidance on selecting appropriate virtual private networks to protect communications from foreign surveillance, citing confusion over available options.
Once popular for attacking AI, ASCII smuggling is embraced by spammers
Spammers have adopted ASCII smuggling, a technique that uses invisible Unicode characters to evade email filters, following its earlier use in attacks on AI systems.
“Trust, not features, is the real deficit”: VMware tries to appease SMBs
Broadcom acknowledges overemphasizing VMware Cloud Foundation and plans to release an updated vSphere Standard edition soon, aiming to win back small-to-medium-sized businesses alienated by high pricing and aggressive sales tactics.
Social media users could opt out of the algorithm if Australian government has its way – but that’s a big if
Australia’s government proposes legislation allowing social media users to opt out of algorithmic feeds and view only content from chosen friends and groups, similar to early platforms.
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California’s Landmark Tire Efficiency Standards Are a Win for Consumers, Climate, and Public Health
California adopted the nation’s first tire efficiency standards, expected to save drivers about $1 billion annually in energy costs while cutting greenhouse gas emissions by roughly 2 million metric tons per year.
Installed Solar Power Now Enough For 50 Million US Homes
The United States now has enough installed solar capacity to power approximately 50 million homes, representing one-third of the nation’s residential electricity needs, according to industry data.
MN Power Ordered to Continue Investigating Alternatives to New Gas Plant
Minnesota’s Public Utilities Commission rejected Minnesota Power’s proposal for a new gas plant, directing the utility to explore cost-effective alternatives while maintaining grid reliability.
Solar Power Beats Coal And Gas With Both Hands Tied
US solar power continues to lead domestic energy growth, expected to expand 21% in 2026 despite facing Trump administration headwinds and policy obstacles.
Aberdeen Paid £556k Per Hydrogen Bus. Five Years Later, First Bus Is Paying £30k
Aberdeen’s hydrogen buses, originally costing £556,000 each, are being sold to First Bus for £30,000 per vehicle after hydrogen-supply problems left them unused for years.
China’s Growing Iran Trade Is Moving Overland Through Central Asia
A 55-container freight train carrying Chinese goods crossed into Kazakhstan on September 7, bound for Iran via Central Asia, establishing an alternative trade route that bypasses Persian Gulf shipping disrupted by US-Iran tensions.
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US workers facing deadly heat embrace tactic that targets major brands’ reputations
US agricultural and warehouse workers facing deadly record heat are turning to brand reputation campaigns targeting major corporations to secure workplace protections, as federal and state regulatory efforts stall.
A new gas line or cash to electrify? California lets households choose.
California enacted a law allowing households scheduled for gas line replacements to choose financial incentives to electrify instead, potentially saving customers millions while advancing climate goals.
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Cornell Bans Processing Wild Animals in Communal Kitchens
Cornell University has banned students from processing wild animals in communal campus kitchens, following an incident where two students butchered a black bear in a residential hall last year.
Cambridge professor Jason Arday resigns amid accusations of plagiarism
Cambridge professor Jason Arday has resigned following accusations of plagiarism and embellishment, as well as discrepancies in his stated qualifications and career achievements.
Compton College Ties Basic Needs to Academic Milestones
Compton College will tie some basic needs supports, including free meals and farmers market vouchers, to academic requirements starting in fall 2027, aiming to boost student completion rates.
Board Fires Florida Keys President
The College of the Florida Keys dismissed President Jonathan Guevarra last week following a 6-0 board vote, with members citing lost confidence and insubordination.
DOJ Sues Colorado Over In-State Tuition for Noncitizens
The Department of Justice sued Colorado over its in-state tuition policy for undocumented students, marking the 14th such lawsuit filed against a state with similar policies.
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