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Nigerian Air Force plane crash: Bola Tinubu declares three days of mourning as 32 killed
A Nigerian Air Force military aircraft crashed in Ondo State on Monday, killing all 32 people aboard. President Bola Tinubu declared three days of national mourning and ordered a full investigation.
Keeping up with the Bolsonaros: Flávio’s surprise first-round election win heralds rise of a political dynasty
Flávio Bolsonaro advanced to a runoff in Brazil’s presidential election, while multiple family members won congressional seats, solidifying the Bolsonaros’ position as a dominant political force.
Israeli ambassador to Australia says he hopes for return to ‘traditional friendship’ on October 7 anniversary eve
Israel’s ambassador to Australia seeks to restore “traditional friendship” ahead of the third anniversary of October 7, while Palestinian community leaders call for increased federal support for affected diaspora members.
Yemen: Children brave snipers and mortars to go to school near front line
Children in Yemen’s Taiz region navigate sniper fire and mortar attacks to attend school amid the country’s ongoing civil war, risking their lives for education near contested front lines.
Elon Musk and Palmer Luckey’s new Pentagon roles raise ethics worries
Pentagon study on future warfare led by Elon Musk and Palmer Luckey raises ethics concerns over potential conflicts of interest, given both leaders’ substantial defense contracts.
FBI’s spy hunting squads hit with deep cuts even as foreign espionage threats soar
FBI counterintelligence squads face significant staffing cuts with positions only 50-60% filled across many field offices, even as foreign espionage threats from China, Russia, and Iran intensify.
OpenAI gives AI cyber defence tools to Ukraine
OpenAI will provide Ukraine with its Daybreak AI cyber defence system at no cost to help protect civilian infrastructure from cyberattacks, amid thousands of attacks recorded last year.
Dolly Parton’s manager accuses nephew who announced her death of threats and intimidation
Dolly Parton’s management company has filed legal documents accusing her nephew Bryan Seaver of threats and intimidation following her death last month, seeking a restraining order against him.
Maricarmen: Eviction of woman aged 87 highlights Spain’s housing shortage
An 87-year-old tenant in Madrid was evicted after an investment firm raised her rent from €500 to €1,650, far exceeding her €1,350 monthly pension, highlighting Spain’s severe housing affordability crisis.
Board of Peace plans $2.4bn Gaza reconstruction as Israel kills seven
The Board of Peace unveiled a $2.4 billion reconstruction plan for Gaza at the UN General Assembly, while Israeli military operations killed seven Palestinians across the enclave.
US open to Cuba talks on government change, Marco Rubio says
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Washington is open to discussions with Cuba about government transition and potentially ending the decades-old trade embargo, while President Trump calls Cuba a ‘failed state.’
Israel’s ambassador to the US says son injured in West Bank car-ramming
Israel’s ambassador to the United States reported his son, a soldier, was injured in an alleged car-ramming incident at a West Bank checkpoint. A Palestinian man was shot dead by Israeli forces following the incident.
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Trump allies are poised to weaken protections for historic sites — not just in D.C.
The Trump administration is pursuing changes to federal historic preservation rules that critics say would weaken protections for over 100,000 properties nationwide, potentially expediting controversial construction projects in Washington, D.C.
Black members of Oklahoma Native American tribe file federal lawsuit to gain citizenship rights
Two descendants of Black people enslaved by the Muscogee Nation filed a federal lawsuit seeking to force tribal leaders to issue citizenship cards following a tribal court ruling in July 2025.
Louisiana House candidate accused of rape says he hopes to again ‘earn’ Trump endorsement
Louisiana congressional candidate Blake Miguez, who denies rape allegations from 2007, says he hopes to earn Donald Trump’s endorsement again after redistricting invalidated his previous backing.
Haitians, Hondurans, Salvadorans cope with protected status decision
A Supreme Court decision allows the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and Syrians, potentially exposing hundreds of thousands to deportation while Salvadorans and Hondurans face similar uncertainties.
Nearly 150,000 mail ballots rejected in California’s primary despite efforts to count every vote
Nearly 150,000 California mail ballots were rejected in the June primary, marking a significant increase from recent elections despite state efforts to make voting more accessible.
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 primary, far exceeding the typical 200 names reviewed during routine voter roll maintenance.
Federal judges allow new Tennessee congressional map that splits majority-Black district in Memphis
Federal judges have allowed Tennessee to use a new congressional map that splits a majority-Black district in Memphis, clearing the way for its use in primary elections.
From prison fears to fireworks, Chinese pastor recounts sudden release after Trump’s intervention
A Chinese pastor detained for 266 days was unexpectedly released and flown to the U.S. after President Trump raised his case with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in May.
Trump to speak at White House press dinner rescheduled after shooting
Donald Trump will address a rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on Friday, three months after an armed assailant disrupted the original event in an assassination attempt.
Navy says it will no longer release sailors’ service history, another restriction on press access
The U.S. Navy will no longer release sailors’ service history information to the public, citing security threats and harassment concerns amid broader Pentagon restrictions on press access.
Trump seizes on New Jersey election error to boost misleading fraud claims
Trump amplified claims of widespread noncitizen voter registration following a New Jersey disclosure about a software error that resulted in 6,600 noncitizens being registered, though fewer than 400 voted.
Montana Sen. Jason Ellsworth’s guilty verdict thrown out
A Montana judge vacated the guilty verdict against former Senate President Jason Ellsworth after jurors were inadvertently provided sealed exhibits during deliberations in an official misconduct case.
Trump administration to unveil latest stage of aggressive trade policy
The Trump administration plans to announce new trade measures Thursday as existing tariffs expire Friday, following a February Supreme Court ruling that invalidated many prior tariffs.
For a 2nd time, House approves resolution to end the war in Iran in a rebuke to Trump
The House approved a second resolution calling for U.S. withdrawal from hostilities with Iran, passing 214-208 in a symbolic rebuke to President Trump over an unauthorized conflict.
Secret Service agent on Vance’s detail under investigation
A Secret Service agent protecting Vice President JD Vance faces investigation after allegedly leaking operational details about Vance’s planned helicopter trip to a media outlet.
More than 24 states sue Trump administration after it put conditions on receiving disaster funding
More than 24 states sued the Trump administration Thursday, alleging it unlawfully conditioned federal disaster funding on compliance with election and immigration policy changes.
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Fears over interest rate rise and jobs send UK consumer confidence to three-year low
UK consumer confidence fell to a three-month low in September amid concerns about rising mortgage rates and job insecurity, according to an S&P Global survey ahead of the government’s upcoming budget announcement.
U.S. auto market predictions for 2030: More hybrids, no Chinese entrants
A new automotive analyst report predicts Chinese cars will not enter the U.S. market by 2030 due to tariffs and political resistance, while hybrid vehicles are expected to surge to 34% market share.
American Airlines says 30% of seats drive half of revenue as premium cabin rush heats up
American Airlines reports that 30% of its seats generate half its revenue, prompting the airline and competitors to reconfigure planes with more premium cabins to capitalize on higher-spending passengers.
NASCAR CEO Steve O’Donnell talks growth opportunities, possible international expansion
NASCAR CEO Steve O’Donnell highlighted the company’s momentum through streaming partnerships and an upcoming “Days of Thunder” sequel starring Tom Cruise, while expressing openness to international expansion.
Netflix content chief Bela Bajaria defines event strategy as streamer eyes more live sports
Netflix Chief Content Officer Bela Bajaria outlined the streamer’s live sports strategy as focused on creating “event” moments, drawing comparisons between tentpole NFL games and cultural moments like concerts and world championships.
Barclays workers ask for more money to return to the office
Barclays is requiring staff to work in the office at least three days weekly starting next month, prompting union demands for concessions including exemptions and compensation for travel costs.
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Which? says fake 10 Downing Street listing exposes ‘unfit’ Booking.com checks
Consumer group Which? created a fake 10 Downing Street listing on Booking.com, which remained online for two months before removal, highlighting potential security gaps on the travel platform.
Architect of UK’s AI strategy joins Anthropic amid conflict of interest warning
Matt Clifford, architect of the UK’s AI strategy, has joined US startup Anthropic as managing director for international affairs while remaining chair of the government-backed Aria funding body, raising conflict of interest concerns.
Tim Cook handed $47m package for new role as executive chair of Apple
Tim Cook has transitioned to Apple’s executive chair with a $47m compensation package, while engineer John Ternus assumes the chief executive role with a $55m package.
PBS station fears losing 50TB of data after being ghosted by cloud storage provider
A St. Louis PBS affiliate sued data center provider Iron Mountain in July to recover 50TB of irreplaceable archival content after its cloud storage provider ceased operations and became unresponsive.
Vulnerability giving attackers full control of Macs is under active exploitation
A macOS vulnerability allowing remote attackers to gain full control of Macs is under active exploitation, with attackers installing cryptocurrency miners on compromised systems, according to Dutch cybersecurity officials.
Waymo doubles spending on lobbying in robotaxi battle with Uber
Waymo has more than doubled its federal lobbying spending to over $1 million quarterly as it competes with Uber over robotaxi regulation and deployment strategies.
AI chatbot helps teach online-only psychology classes at Macquarie University
Macquarie University has incorporated an AI chatbot called Virtual Peer into mandatory online psychology classes, supplementing core learning materials while reducing human interaction compared to previous semesters.
Freelancers are getting buried with ‘soulless’ AI slop cleanup: ‘It’s a shame we need to do it’
Freelance designers, writers, and editors are increasingly hired to fix low-quality AI-generated content, with cleanup work now comprising the majority of some creatives’ income as traditional project opportunities decline.
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Rosneft Ships First Crude From $157 Billion Vostok Oil Project
Rosneft has shipped its first crude cargo from the Vostok Oil project in Eastern Siberia, a $157 billion development expected to eventually produce 50-100 million tons annually despite Western sanctions and partner withdrawals.
Washington’s Venezuela Oil Deal Is About Much More Than Crude
The U.S. signed a 100-year deal granting control over 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves, positioning itself to reassert hemispheric dominance and counter foreign influence in energy markets.
Oil Prices Near $100 After Fresh Attacks on Saudi Energy Sites
Saudi Arabia halted some energy operations after attacks on southern facilities on Tuesday, with fires breaking out at multiple sites and prices approaching $100 per barrel.
Oil prices plunge and Europe’s markets rally after Trump calls off Iran strikes
Oil prices fell sharply and European stocks rallied after Trump cancelled planned Iran strikes and announced imminent peace talks, though Tehran denied negotiations would begin.
New UK cost of living crisis looms with soaring energy bills forecast to lift inflation
UK inflation is expected to rise to nearly 3% in July due to soaring energy bills, with economists warning of renewed cost of living pressures on households and potential interest rate increases ahead.
Federal Judge Blocks Trump EPA’s Efforts to Attack Clean Air Waivers
A federal judge has blocked the EPA’s efforts to rescind California’s Clean Air Act preemption waivers, ordering the agency to restore the previous regulatory status.
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Congress has a plan to stop Trump’s attack on offshore wind. It may not be enough.
Congress negotiated a bipartisan permitting reform bill to protect renewable energy projects from presidential interference, but experts question whether its provisions will effectively prevent future administrations from blocking wind and solar development.
The problem with telling people the world is ending
Excessive doomsaying about global crises may paradoxically undermine action by creating feelings of helplessness rather than motivation, according to research on persuasion and climate messaging.
Education In The News
Food Recovery Fuels Student Success
Community colleges are expanding food recovery programs to combat student food insecurity, with the Food Recovery Network’s grant program now supporting 24 institutions across 15 states.
Senators Propose Temporary Delay to OMB Grants Rule
A Senate spending plan would delay implementation of a controversial OMB grants rule until mid-December while funding the government through that date, averting a shutdown.
How Much Time Are Students Spending on Tech in Classrooms?
Major school districts are scaling back classroom technology use, with Los Angeles Unified restricting screens for younger grades and Pennsylvania’s Canon-McMillan reducing device distribution.
NVIDIA CEO Donates $75M to Vanderbilt San Francisco
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang and his wife donate $75 million to Vanderbilt University’s new San Francisco campus, set to open in 2027.
ED Scraps Tool to Investigate Discrimination
The U.S. Department of Education eliminated protections against institutional policies that have disparate impacts on minority groups, now requiring evidence of intentional discrimination to violate civil rights law.
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