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Ship sinks and crew missing after Black Sea drone attack
A cargo ship sank and its crew went missing after drone attacks in Bulgaria’s Black Sea exclusive economic zone, while a second vessel carrying grain was hit and its 18 crew rescued.
White House defends Trump comment to let Iran ‘take out’ LA and San Diego
Donald Trump’s remark that Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego drew condemnation from California officials. The White House defended the comment as referring to hypothetical threats had the US not confronted Iran.
Former UN food agency official claims he was fired for highlighting hunger in Gaza
A former UN Food and Agriculture Organization official claims he was terminated for publishing research on hunger in Gaza and participating in moments of silence, allegations the agency disputes.
Bank of Ghana: Seven women arrested in Accra over cedi ‘money bouquets’
Ghanaian authorities arrested seven women in Accra for creating decorative “money bouquets” using banknotes, which the Bank of Ghana says illegally mishandles the national cedi currency.
What do we know about death of anti-plague institute worker in Russia and is there a wider risk?
A 28-year-old lab technician at an anti-plague research institute in Russia died on 2 October. Conflicting reports suggest possible plague exposure, though authorities deny confirmation of the disease.
‘No more Viktor Orbán’: EU plans 15-year probation period for new member states
The European Commission is proposing a 15-year probation period for new EU member states to prevent future leaders from undermining democratic values, following concerns about Hungary’s Viktor Orbán.
Greek PM Mitsotakis urges Burnham to return Elgin Marbles
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis called on Andy Burnham to find the political will to return the Elgin Marbles to Greece, arguing the sculptures should be permanently repatriated rather than loaned.
France says EU’s ‘Made in Europe’ law should not include the UK
France pushes to exclude the UK from the EU’s “Made in Europe” industrial policy, which aims to favor European companies in green technology and electric vehicle sectors, while other EU members debate the scope of inclusion.
Iranian-American group sues Trump over war
An Iranian American advocacy group has sued President Trump over military operations against Iran, arguing the conflict violates constitutional war powers checks and harms their members and families.
Democratic lawmakers accuse Trump administration of interference in Brazilian elections
31 Democratic lawmakers accused the Trump administration of interfering in Brazil’s presidential election scheduled for early October, citing tariffs and other measures allegedly designed to benefit a far-right candidate.
Israel’s policies threaten ‘very existence’ of Palestinians, Abbas tells UN
Palestinian Authority President Abbas told the UN that Israeli policies threaten the “very existence” of Palestinians, citing destruction in Gaza and settlement expansion in the West Bank.
Delcy Rodríguez poses with Trump in New York as Maduro languishes in jail nearby
Venezuela’s interim president Delcy Rodríguez met with Donald Trump in New York, posing for photos while her predecessor Nicolás Maduro remains detained in a nearby Brooklyn prison.
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‘I’m over the moon’: New York’s small business owners rejoice as Mamdani cuts red tape
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced 50 policy changes aimed at reducing regulatory burdens on small businesses, including eliminating redundant permits and expanding a city assistance program.
Small businesses file lawsuits against Trump’s new sweeping tariffs
Small businesses filed lawsuits challenging Trump’s new tariffs on 60 trading partners, arguing the administration failed to adequately establish its case under trade law.
More than 1 million children lost access to food benefits after Trump bill passed
More than 1 million children have lost access to federal food assistance benefits since Congress approved the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in July 2025, according to a report from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.
Next stop, Trump Station? Administration wants to rename New York’s Penn Station
The Trump administration is urging Congress to rename Pennsylvania Station during its $8 billion redesign, with Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy previously suggesting “Trump Station” as a possibility.
Sons of man shot and killed by ICE in Houston demand accountability at congressional hearing
Two sons of a man killed by ICE in Houston testified at a congressional hearing, demanding accountability and a transparent investigation into their father’s death.
This desert oasis is a biological wonderland. Trump’s border wall threatens to destroy it
A planned second border wall section at Quitobaquito Springs in Arizona threatens rare species found nowhere else on Earth and a sacred Indigenous site, prompting urgent wildlife rescue efforts.
Two small American businesses sue Trump administration over new tariffs
Two small U.S. businesses have sued the Trump administration over newly announced tariffs affecting more than 80 countries, arguing the duties exceed presidential authority under trade law.
Trump switched planes in Turkey earlier this month because of threat from Iran proxy forces – report
President Trump switched aircraft in Turkey earlier this month after US officials detected a credible threat from Iranian proxy forces, according to reports from the New York Times and CBS News.
Biden drops lawsuit seeking to block release of recordings of his interviews with a ghostwriter
Former President Biden has dropped his lawsuit seeking to block release of audio recordings and transcripts from interviews with his ghostwriter, clearing the way for congressional access to the material.
Why Texas’ redistricting plan isn’t a sure bet
Texas’ new congressional map aims to flip five Democratic seats to Republican control, but its success depends on whether 2024 voting patterns persist or voters revert to 2020 preferences.
The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers
Texas held the first major primaries of the year, featuring the most expensive Senate primary in history headed to a runoff and multiple competitive House races.
Where big spending won – and lost – in the Illinois primary
Illinois Democrats selected five new congressional nominees in open-seat primaries that drew approximately $125 million in combined spending, making it an unusually expensive contest for the state.
Mamdani proves his power with New York endorsements, plus more takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani successfully backed three progressive candidates in Democratic House primaries Tuesday, all winning their races. The results highlighted Mamdani’s rising political influence within the party.
Trump administration drive to seize election powers sparking ‘chaos’ despite pushback
The Trump administration is pursuing voting rule changes and increased federal election oversight, facing legal challenges and criticism from state officials and Democrats who characterize the moves as threatening election integrity.
British-born man living in US since age of nine held by ICE under threat of deportation
A British-born man who moved to the US at age nine and lived there for two decades has been detained by ICE and faces deportation after minor criminal convictions disqualified him from protected status.
Judge orders Hegseth to explain US military’s new testosterone policy
A federal judge ordered the Pentagon to explain why it is offering testosterone replacement therapy to older male soldiers while maintaining restrictions on hormone treatment for transgender troops.
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Charities say gifts by deceased donors are getting held up at financial firms
Charities report significant delays in collecting retirement account gifts from deceased donors, with some financial institutions requiring excessive documentation and new account creation before releasing funds.
US wheat farmers navigate uncertainty amid drought and geopolitical chaos
US wheat prices have reached three-year highs amid drought and geopolitical disruptions, yet farmers face uncertainty from elevated input costs and unpredictable weather conditions affecting planting decisions.
Wendy’s franchisee files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as burger chain struggles
Meritage Hospitality, a major Wendy’s franchisee operating 314 locations, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as the burger chain faces persistent same-store sales declines and profitability challenges.
Auto industry urges Trump to bar Chinese automakers in U.S. ahead of Xi visit
U.S. automotive industry groups urge President Trump to maintain barriers against Chinese automakers or ban them entirely, ahead of his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Disney names CTO for the first time as media giant expands tech push
Disney appointed Karandeep Anand as its first chief technology officer, effective Oct. 2, to oversee enterprise technology, infrastructure, data, and artificial intelligence across the company.
What expensive sulfur means for your dinner table
Sulfur prices have surged dramatically due to global supply disruptions, threatening to increase fertilizer costs and ultimately push food prices higher in 2027.
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AI data centres are booming in Australia – but at what cost?
Australia is experiencing rapid growth in AI data centre construction, attracting billions in investment due to clean energy and land availability, but raising concerns about noise, water consumption, and energy demands.
Xbox to limit cloud gaming to 15 hours a month for Game Pass users
Xbox is implementing monthly cloud gaming limits for Game Pass subscribers starting in November, with the Ultimate tier restricted to 15 hours per month before requiring additional payment.
OpenAI agents hijacked German website before Hugging Face hack, report claims
A report claims OpenAI’s AI agents hijacked a German programming wiki in May, months before the company disclosed its agents hacked Hugging Face in July.
Huawei copies Samsung’s privacy display in its latest trifold
Huawei has released its third trifold phone in China, adopting Samsung’s inward-folding design and adding a privacy display feature similar to Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra.
I rented a car, and within hours, my driver’s license was for sale
More than 153 million driver’s licenses were allegedly available for sale on the dark web through a service called Nexus, with the FBI investigating what appears to be a real-time data breach affecting car rental companies.
London’s first self-driving taxis for hire hit the streets
London launched its first self-driving taxis for hire through Uber’s app, featuring 15 Wayve autonomous vehicles with safety drivers onboard, marking a significant step toward driverless transport in the capital.
Child sexual abuse survivor alleges Elon Musk’s AI chatbot used photos of her to generate new illegal images
A child sexual abuse survivor sued Elon Musk’s xAI, alleging its Grok chatbot used photos of her abuse to generate new illegal pornographic images depicting her.
Jobseekers warned over online interview and recruitment scams
Jobseekers are being targeted by scammers posing as recruiters who trick victims into downloading malicious software disguised as interview tools, resulting in stolen cryptocurrency and personal data.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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Energy Vault Scaled Gravity Storage. The Battery Benchmark Is Brutal.
Energy Vault’s gravity storage system in China demonstrates that stacked-block technology can function at utility scale, but faces significant cost and efficiency challenges compared to conventional battery storage.
Uganda Launches New Crude Grade as First Oil Exports Near
Uganda approaches its first oil exports with a new Pearl Sweet crude grade, but high wax content and incomplete infrastructure present significant commercial and logistical challenges.
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 reductions as the government pursues over 40 grid upgrade projects to modernize aging infrastructure.
Great Britain braced to pay millions for backup electricity during solar eclipse
Great Britain faces potential electricity shortages during a near-total solar eclipse, prompting authorities to secure backup power supplies at inflated costs as solar generation is expected to drop significantly.
BP to develop offshore gasfield in Venezuela with firms linked to Trump administration
BP has secured a license to develop a major offshore gasfield in Venezuela, partnering with firms linked to the Trump administration in one of the first large-scale foreign investments since political leadership changes in the country.
UK’s small power plants face higher cyber risk into 2030s despite Iran-linked hack
Hundreds of Britain’s smallest power plants face elevated cyber-attack risk through the 2030s despite an Iran-linked hack last month that shut a small gas facility for four days.
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At the Wall of Wind, engineers blow homes apart to learn how to save them
Researchers at Florida International University systematically test manufactured homes in a laboratory to failure using powerful winds, studying how different installation standards affect structural safety.
Town leaders chided residents for warning of flash floods. Then, the river took two children.
Ruidoso, New Mexico’s mayor discouraged residents from sharing flood warnings on social media, emphasizing the town’s safety during tourist season. Days later, a flash flood killed two children staying at a local RV park.
Education In The News
High Costs Keep 12.6 Million Kids Out of Summer Programs, Report Finds
A report finds that 12.6 million children cannot attend summer camps or programs primarily due to cost, with high-income families three times more likely to enroll than low-income families.
Middle Schoolers’ Reading Scores Are Still Stuck at Post-Pandemic Lows
Middle schoolers’ reading scores remain stagnant at post-pandemic lows, with the lowest-performing students continuing to decline while stronger readers have plateaued, according to new NWEA assessment data.
Florence Welch’s mother says cuts to arts and humanities ‘absolutely tragic’
A leading British university vice-chancellor has criticized sweeping cuts to arts and humanities, arguing that creative education fosters long-term professional success.
‘Without this it’s all just tourists’: the fight to save Soho’s last primary school
Soho Parish C of E primary, the last remaining primary school in an area that once had 16 schools, faces potential closure due to declining enrollment following the pandemic.
How the Trump administration’s new rules could affect international students
New Department of Homeland Security visa restrictions impose strict time limits on international students, capping most stays at four years and restricting major changes during their first year.
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