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Canada suspends plans to expand assisted dying to people with mental illness
Canada is indefinitely suspending plans to expand medically assisted dying to people whose sole condition is mental illness, following a parliamentary panel’s recommendation against the expansion.
She got Trump’s $500 check for health insurance. To her, it’s a ‘political stunt’
President Trump sent $500 checks to some health insurance enrollees and announced $90 payments for Medicare beneficiaries weeks before midterm elections, drawing criticism it may violate election laws.
Why Trump just loosened the rules on ‘dyed diesel’ — normally a farm fuel
President Trump issued an executive order allowing dyed diesel, typically reserved for farm equipment, to be used on highways through year-end, aiming to reduce fuel costs for diesel-dependent workers amid supply constraints.
Flávio Bolsonaro’s advance in Brazil’s election is grim jolt for climate campaigners
Flávio Bolsonaro’s lead in Brazil’s presidential election runoff concerns climate advocates, as his administration could accelerate Amazon deforestation and weaken environmental protections.
Tropical Storm Isaias near Mexico is forecast to become a hurricane
Tropical Storm Isaias formed off eastern Mexico on Wednesday and is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane before striking the US Gulf coast later this week, with major impacts expected Friday onward.
Houthi forces appear to make slow advance in south-west Yemen
Houthi forces made slow advances in south-west Yemen Wednesday, approaching Taiz and attacking airports in Aden and Saudi Arabia, with independent observers noting potential risk to the city’s security.
Ukraine war briefing: Russian attacks force closure of Ukraine’s largest steelmaker
ArcelorMittal has closed Ukraine’s largest steel plant after Russian airstrikes caused extensive damage and casualties, dealing another blow to the country’s war-strained economy and export sector.
Yemeni leader urges public to enlist, offers amnesty to Houthi defectors
Yemen’s leadership calls for public military recruitment and offers amnesty to Houthi defectors as the Iranian-backed group advances toward the Bab al-Mandeb strait.
PAM wins big in Morocco parliament elections but falls short of majority
Morocco’s PAM won 97 of 395 parliamentary seats, the most in recent elections but falling short of a majority. The party must form a coalition to govern under constitutional requirements.
‘Shaken faith’: Why are India’s elections under unprecedented scrutiny?
India’s Election Commission faces unprecedented scrutiny over voter database changes that critics say have disenfranchised tens of millions, with internal divisions now publicly exposed.
Huckabee blames ‘biblical illiteracy’ for waning support for Israel in US
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee attributes declining American support for Israel to “biblical illiteracy,” disinformation, and anti-religious sentiment, rejecting genocide and apartheid allegations.
Could AI firms be held responsible for mass shootings?
Canadian lawsuits against OpenAI allege the company failed to alert authorities to threats on ChatGPT before a mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge that killed eight people in February this year.
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Michigan progressive Abdul El-Sayed says ‘ogre’ remark not directed at rival
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed clarified that controversial “ogre” remarks were directed at Senator John Fetterman, not rival Haley Stevens, during a televised debate Monday.
Trump is set to defend his economic policies in Michigan, where new Canadian tariffs may sting
President Trump is defending his tariff policies during a Michigan visit, claiming they have benefited General Motors, as steep new levies on Canadian imports take effect amid ongoing midterm election campaigns.
He was shot at by ICE, then wrongfully accused. His nightmare had only just begun
Francisco Longoria was shot at by ICE agents during a stop near San Bernardino in August, then wrongfully charged with assault before the case was dropped months later.
Years of scandals haven’t stopped Ken Paxton. Can James Talarico change that?
Democrat James Talarico, who won a contested primary, faces Republican Ken Paxton in a high-profile Senate race. Paxton has survived multiple scandals and three previous electoral challenges over eight years.
Clinton Foundation launches an institute to help state governments find nonpartisan solutions
The Clinton Foundation launched a new institute to help state governments develop bipartisan policy solutions on healthcare, economic security, and democracy, drawing on successful initiatives like New York’s school cellphone ban.
Netanyahu and Zelenskyy to arrive in Washington for Lindsey Graham funeral
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Ukrainian President Zelenskyy will attend Senator Lindsey Graham’s funeral in Washington, where both leaders are expected to meet with President Trump amid ongoing tensions in their respective conflicts.
First Kenyan to play in NFL deported under Trump immigration crackdown
Daniel Adongo, the first Kenyan to play in the NFL, was deported in June after overstaying his visa and facing multiple arrests, according to federal immigration authorities.
Fauci expressed disillusionment with ‘rambling, crazy’ Trump in journal
Diary entries released by a Republican senator reveal Anthony Fauci’s harsh private criticism of Donald Trump during the pandemic’s first year, describing the president with terms including “rambling,” “crazy,” and “incompetent.”
ICE extends no-bid contract for major detention center in Texas, rejecting calls for closure
ICE is extending a no-bid contract for a Texas detention facility facing human rights abuse allegations, adding $776 million in costs despite calls from lawmakers and advocacy groups for closure.
Trump administration urges Supreme Court to allow order targeting mail-in voting before midterms
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court to allow an executive order affecting mail-in voting nationwide, after an appeals court blocked it in most states ahead of November’s midterm elections.
Inside Joe Manchin’s new quest to elect more Independents to Congress
Former Senator Joe Manchin is launching the Independent Leadership Council with his daughter to support independent candidates for Congress, arguing the two major parties have become too polarized and entrenched.
Nearly 150,000 mail ballots rejected in California’s primary despite efforts to count every vote
California rejected nearly 150,000 mail-in ballots in its June primary, a significant increase from recent elections, with late-arriving ballots cited as the primary cause.
Alaska sends 3,000 letters asking voters to verify their citizenship ahead of this year’s elections
Alaska sent over 3,000 letters to voters requesting citizenship verification ahead of the August 18 primary, significantly more than the typical 200 names reviewed during routine voter roll maintenance.
Democrats select South Carolina to kick off presidential nominating contest in 2028, leave Iowa out
The Democratic National Committee selected South Carolina to lead its 2028 presidential nominating calendar, removing Iowa from the early-state lineup and elevating more racially diverse states in a significant departure from decades of tradition.
Trump returns to correspondents’ dinner for a rambling, insult-filled speech 3 months after shooting
President Trump delivered a rambling, hour-long speech at the rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Association dinner, directing insults at various public figures while asserting respect for journalism.
Trump orders new signs outside Smithsonian saying some exhibits are inaccurate
President Trump ordered signs installed outside the Smithsonian’s U.S. history museum stating some exhibits are inaccurate, marking his latest effort to reshape how American history is presented to the public.
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As Trump and Xi meet, Chinese automakers could be a Pandora’s box for U.S. auto industry
As President Trump meets with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week, U.S. automakers, dealers, suppliers, and lawmakers are urging him to maintain restrictions on Chinese automakers entering the U.S. market.
Why McDonald’s is following Walmart and Amazon into the advertising business
McDonald’s announced plans to launch its own advertising media network, joining Amazon and Walmart in monetizing customer interactions. The fast-food chain began piloting ads on drive-thru order boards in August at 450 locations.
Barrecore and Boom Cycle owner suddenly shuts studios
Common Bond, which operates premium fitness studios including Barrecore and Boom Cycle in London, has abruptly closed all locations until further notice, leaving customers and instructors without communication or payment.
Bentley’s first electric car, the Torcal, to be built in Crewe
Bentley has unveiled its first fully electric SUV, the Torcal, which will be manufactured at its Crewe factory following a £350m investment to upgrade production facilities.
Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters
The UK government has delayed decisions on e-scooter regulation for six years despite successful trials, leaving privately owned devices in legal limbo while their use proliferates across the country.
Harrods seeks to recover abuse compensation costs from Mohamed Al Fayed’s estate
Harrods seeks to recover compensation costs paid to abuse survivors from Mohamed Al Fayed’s estate, a move survivors say contradicts the retailer’s public acceptance of responsibility.
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Uber drivers launch European class action over ‘soulless’ and ‘scary’ AI algorithm
Uber drivers from multiple European countries have filed a landmark class action lawsuit alleging the company’s AI algorithm unfairly sets pay rates and allocates jobs while violating data protection laws.
Trump administration sides with OpenAI in lawsuit against New York Times
The Trump administration filed a brief supporting OpenAI in a copyright lawsuit brought by the New York Times, arguing that using copyrighted content to train artificial intelligence constitutes fair use.
Online bookies accused of UK privacy breaches with use of cookie banners
A study found 86% of licensed British gambling websites appear to violate strict privacy rules governing customer data collection and tracking, with operators using dark patterns to manipulate consent decisions.
Meta bets on AI agent Muse to catch up in AI race
Meta unveiled Muse, a personal AI assistant available on iOS, Android, and via muse.ai, designed to handle everyday tasks like shopping and email. The product is free for most users, with paid subscription options coming later.
Rivian spinout Also apologizes for delays in shipping futuristic e-bikes
Also, Rivian’s e-bike spinoff, apologized for delays in delivering its TM-B electric bike, citing supply chain challenges and manufacturing complexities in a Reddit post to frustrated customers.
OpenAI says it cracked 90-year-old maths problem in 88 hours
OpenAI claims to have solved a 90-year-old mathematics problem involving fluid dynamics using thousands of AI agents over 88 hours, though the solution has sparked controversy over methodology.
Why this month’s Microsoft patch release is a doozy
Microsoft released 972 security patches this month, including 112 critical vulnerabilities, as the industry races to address flaws before anticipated AI-enabled attacks exploit them.
Should promotion depend on how workers use AI?
Major companies are increasingly tying employee bonuses, promotions and job security to AI proficiency, raising questions about fairness and job redundancy as workers grapple with productivity gains that don’t translate to commensurate compensation.
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TVA Sued for Violating Federal Clean Air Act at Its Cumberland Fossil Plant
Environmental groups sued TVA for operating a new gas plant alongside a coal facility without required federal permits, claiming the utility violated the Clean Air Act by abandoning its promised coal plant retirement.
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Brent crude sits above $104 as the Strait of Hormuz closure and Middle East disruptions roil energy markets, yet Europe’s economy shows resilience despite importing 57 percent of its energy.
Dense-Fluid Pumped Hydro Works. Scaling It Is The Problem.
RheEnergise demonstrated dense-fluid pumped hydro technology at a UK facility, but questions remain about scaling the approach economically to multi-hour storage durations where it would compete with conventional pumped hydro and batteries.
The Race to Solve Nuclear Energy’s Biggest Problem
Nuclear energy is experiencing renewed global interest, but safe disposal of radioactive waste remains a significant challenge as countries develop deep geological repositories and explore alternative management solutions.
US District Court Strips Away Insane JH Campbell Fake Emergency Order
A federal appeals court ruled that the Trump administration illegally invoked emergency powers to keep Michigan’s J.H. Campbell coal plant operating, finding no genuine emergency existed.
BP boss urges Burnham to prioritise UK oil and gas even as firm exits North Sea
BP’s chief executive urges the UK government to prioritize domestic oil and gas production even as the company prepares to exit the North Sea after 60 years.
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Revealed: Expensive gas behind ‘nearly 90%’ of rise in UK electricity bills
New analysis shows expensive gas is responsible for nearly 90% of UK electricity bill increases since 2020, contradicting narratives blaming net-zero policies for high energy costs.
World’s largest penguin colony suffers ‘enormous population crash’
The world’s largest penguin colony has declined by two-thirds since 2011, with scientists attributing the crash primarily to climate-driven changes in ocean conditions affecting food availability.
Education In The News
Texas A&M Faculty Sue Over Course Review That Censored Plato
Texas A&M faculty sued their university this week over a policy requiring presidential approval for courses addressing race, gender ideology, or sexual orientation, arguing it violates First Amendment rights.
Nursing Coalition Challenges ED’s Professional Degrees List
A nursing and allied health professionals coalition filed an amended complaint challenging the Education Department’s definition of which graduate programs qualify for higher federal loan caps.
Howard Reinstates Classes for Dozens of Students
Howard University has reinstated at least 46 first-year students after canceling 502 enrollments for missing payment deadlines, with administrators citing resource constraints and reviewing additional appeals.
A leading school shootings researcher says he was wrong
A prominent school violence researcher announced he was wrong about decades-old prevention strategies, now believing media attention and notoriety-seeking drive many school shootings rather than bullying alone.
Teachers in England get two-year 6.6% pay rise but schools to foot part of bill
England’s government announced a two-year 6.6% pay rise for teachers starting this September, with schools required to fund approximately one-third of the wage increase from existing budgets.
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