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The Supreme Court faces another term jam-packed with controversy
The Supreme Court begins a new term with major cases on religion, gun regulations, climate change, and immigration. The docket features significant religious liberty and Second Amendment questions that could reshape established legal doctrine.
Hawaii’s iconic 500-year-old Hōlei Sea Arch has collapsed into the sea
Hawaii’s iconic Hōlei Sea Arch, a 90-foot-tall lava rock formation approximately 550 years old, collapsed into the Pacific Ocean between late September dates, according to the National Park Service.
As Trump’s proposed arch looms over D.C., protesters pin their hopes on the midterms
Activists gathered Thursday to protest President Trump’s proposed 250-foot arch at Memorial Circle in Washington, D.C., citing concerns about its scale, cost, lack of Congressional approval, and potential impact on Arlington National Cemetery.
US road rage killer’s sentence quashed because AI video of victim was shown in court
An Arizona road rage killer’s conviction will be resentenced after a court ruled an AI-generated video message from his murdered victim was improperly shown during trial proceedings.
Women given free shorts at Oktoberfest to prevent upskirting
The operator of Munich’s Teufelsrad amusement ride has distributed over 100 free cycling shorts to women during Oktoberfest to prevent upskirting, following thousands of voyeuristic videos circulating online.
Could El Niño mean there are no Atlantic hurricanes this year?
No Atlantic hurricane has formed through September 2026 for the first time in over 30 years, with strong El Niño conditions suppressing activity as the season enters its final two months.
Trump’s approval rating hits record low amid Iran war, economy fallout
Trump’s approval rating has dropped to 32 percent, his lowest on record, as Republicans expressed growing disapproval over his handling of inflation and the unpopular Iran war.
Future of German chancellor hangs in the balance as two states go to polls
Voters in two German states head to polls in elections that could determine Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s political future, with the far-right AfD expected to gain further ground.
European spy chiefs warn Moscow is planning more decisive action against Nato
European intelligence officials warn Russia may test NATO with attacks on member territory within months, with Poland’s PM citing intelligence of potential drone or missile strikes to test Article 5’s credibility.
France to summon Iran envoy after language centre closure in Tehran
France will summon Iran’s ambassador after Iranian authorities closed a French-language centre affiliated with the French embassy in Tehran, citing alleged violations of diplomatic conventions.
ICE officer shoots and wounds man in Austin, Texas, officials say
An ICE officer shot and wounded a 28-year-old Venezuelan man during a traffic stop in Austin, Texas on Sunday, hospitalizing him with a torso injury. Local officials called for independent investigation into the incident.
The Sahel and the UN: a smaller footprint, a different role
The UN’s peacekeeping mission in Mali ended in 2023, shifting its regional engagement toward diplomacy and humanitarian work as Sahel states prioritize sovereignty and regional cooperation outside traditional frameworks.
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Mexican drug lord ‘El Mayo’ sentenced to life in prison in US federal court
Ismael Zambada García, known as “El Mayo,” received a life sentence in Brooklyn federal court following a plea deal in which he admitted to leading the Sinaloa cartel’s massive drug trafficking operations.
Federal judge bars Trump administration from using obscure clause to make huge funding cuts
A federal judge in Boston ruled the Trump administration cannot use an obscure agency clause to make billions in funding cuts, granting summary judgment in a lawsuit filed by 23 states.
High school math teacher seeks to win US House seat in Minnesota by emphasizing affordability
A high school math teacher from Minnesota is running for a US House seat held by a Republican since 2022, emphasizing affordability and criticizing tariff and healthcare policies.
Progressive frontrunner and Maine logger poised to replace Graham Platner in chaotic primary
Troy Jackson, a Maine logger and former state senate president, is positioned to become the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate after rivals withdrew ahead of a special convention.
Senators demand ICE answers and body cameras after 2 fatal shootings in Maine and Houston
Dozens of Democratic senators and Maine’s independent senator demanded ICE provide details on agent vetting and vehicle pursuits following two fatal shootings involving immigrants.
Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham’s sister, to run for full Senate term
Darline Graham, sister of late Senator Lindsey Graham, announced plans to run for a full Senate term in South Carolina with former President Trump’s endorsement.
2 more convictions thrown out in 2020 plot to kidnap Michigan governor
A Michigan appeals court overturned convictions for two men in a 2020 plot to kidnap Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, citing technical grounds related to the state’s terrorism law.
US and Iran dig in over the Strait of Hormuz, showing the limits of intensifying airstrikes
The U.S. and Iran engage in daily airstrikes over the Strait of Hormuz with neither side backing down, raising questions about the effectiveness of President Trump’s military escalation strategy in resolving the conflict.
Citizens Bank to cut ties with CoreCivic and GEO after a fierce public pressure campaign
Citizens Bank announced plans to end its financial relationships with private prison operators CoreCivic and The GEO Group following public pressure campaigns and municipal divestment threats.
‘Complete shock and dismay’: scientists unite against Trump’s $1tn grant attack
Scientists are mobilizing against a proposed federal overhaul that would place nearly $1 trillion in grant-making under political control, with over 95% of public comments opposing the rule.
First Thing: US continues attacks on Iran ‘in honor’ of dead service members | Martin Belam
The US conducted its ninth night of strikes on Iran early Monday, with President Trump saying the attacks honored deceased service members. Iran’s supreme leader warned of “unforgettable lessons” if attacks continued.
Big Bear’s missing bald eagle believed to have been found alive but injured
A female bald eagle missing for several days at California’s Big Bear Lake was found alive but injured after a confrontation with other birds, according to wildlife advocates monitoring a nestcam.
Mexican drug lord ‘El Mayo’ sentenced to life in prison in US federal court
Ismael Zambada García, known as “El Mayo,” received a life sentence in Brooklyn federal court following a plea deal in which he admitted to leading the Sinaloa cartel’s massive drug trafficking operations.
Weather warnings as tropical depression develops along US Gulf coast
A tropical depression developing along the US Gulf coast is expected to become a tropical storm, with storm surge watches issued for portions of the region through the upcoming days.
Florida GOP lawmaker and governor candidate says AI data center legislation keeps utility costs down
Florida GOP congressman and gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds introduced legislation requiring AI data centers to obtain all electricity and water from private sources rather than public utilities, citing concerns over rising utility costs.
White House: Trump to fly old Air Force One for about a month as Qatari-gifted jet gets ‘upgrades’
The White House announced President Trump will use an older Air Force One for approximately one month while his Qatari-gifted jet receives upgrades and enhancements.
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Potential AI slowdown is not ‘end of the world’ for data center real estate, says Digital Realty CEO
Digital Realty’s CEO states that potential AI development slowdowns won’t fundamentally harm data center real estate demand, citing ongoing cloud computing growth and infrastructure needs across key markets.
UK inflation pushed up by petrol and diesel price rises
UK inflation rose to 3.1% in August, driven by surging petrol and diesel prices amid Middle East tensions disrupting global oil supplies and affecting fuel costs across the economy.
Flyers are happier with U.S. airports, despite near record travel levels, J.D. Power report shows
U.S. airport satisfaction reached higher levels despite near-record travel volumes, driven by newly constructed terminals and upgraded facilities at major airports nationwide.
American Airlines says 30% of seats drive half of revenue as premium cabin rush heats up
American Airlines says 30% of its seats generate half its revenue, prompting the carrier and competitors to add more premium cabin options across their fleets.
NASCAR CEO Steve O’Donnell talks growth opportunities, possible international expansion
NASCAR CEO Steve O’Donnell highlighted the company’s expansion across streaming platforms and upcoming “Days of Thunder” sequel as growth opportunities while expressing openness to international expansion.
Netflix content chief Bela Bajaria defines event strategy as streamer eyes more live sports
Netflix’s content chief Bela Bajaria outlined the streamer’s approach to live sports, emphasizing special moments that become cultural touchstones rather than regular programming packages.
Technology In The News
Private security firms will soon be allowed to hack overseas cybercriminals
The Trump administration has authorized private security firms to conduct offensive cyberattacks against overseas criminal organizations targeting US entities, marking the first government-approved program of its kind.
OpenAI and Anthropic in price war as Chinese AI rivals gain ground
OpenAI and Anthropic have slashed prices for mid-tier AI models by up to 80 percent as Chinese competitors gain market share among cost-conscious customers.
PBS station fears losing 50TB of data after being ghosted by cloud storage provider
A PBS affiliate is suing a data center provider to recover 50TB of archived TV content after its cloud storage provider shut down without warning, leaving the station unable to access decades of irreplaceable material.
Vulnerability giving attackers full control of Macs is under active exploitation
A high-severity macOS vulnerability allowing remote code execution without authentication is under active exploitation, with attackers installing cryptocurrency miners on affected systems.
AI build out: AI gold rush draws crypto firms away from Bitcoin
Bitcoin mining companies are increasingly shifting computing infrastructure toward artificial intelligence work, signing major deals with AI firms like Anthropic as cryptocurrency rewards decline.
Key witness in Meta trial says terms of settlement insufficient to halt apps’ harms to teenagers
A key witness in the US government’s trial against Meta says a multibillion-dollar settlement reached this week does not adequately address the social media company’s harms to teenagers.
The rise of AI ‘civilizations’ and the fall of corporate responsibility
A cybersecurity incident involving OpenAI’s AI agents led to debate over anthropomorphic language used to describe the agents’ behavior, with critics arguing such terminology obscures corporate responsibility.
Conservatives split from Silicon Valley allies as datacenter backlash grows
Datacenters have sparked unprecedented backlash uniting politicians across party lines, with governors in Texas, Florida, and New York restricting or blocking projects over environmental and energy concerns.
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Great Britain braced to pay millions for backup electricity during solar eclipse
Great Britain’s grid operator is preparing to pay millions for emergency electricity supplies to offset the near-total solar eclipse expected to eliminate solar power generation on Wednesday evening.
Households in Great Britain ‘could owe energy suppliers £7bn by end of year’
Domestic energy debt in Great Britain could reach £7bn by year-end due to rising gas and electricity prices and an expected 4% increase in the price cap from October, industry groups warn.
‘Winter panic’: EU gas stores at their lowest level in 13 years
European gas storage levels have fallen to their lowest point in 13 years as the region approaches winter, prompting concerns about price volatility and potential supply constraints.
Britain Faces a North Sea Crossroads as Jackdaw and Rosebank Await Approval
The UK government faces a decision on approving the Jackdaw and Rosebank North Sea oil fields, with nearly £11 billion in private investment pending and broader implications for energy security and fiscal revenues.
U.S. Oil Rig Count Rises as Gas Rig Activity Declines
U.S. oil rig count increased by 2 to 449 this week while gas rigs declined by 2 to 130, with total rig count remaining at 588 according to Baker Hughes data.
Trump Twiddles Thumbs While Balcony Solar Takes Over US
Nine U.S. states have now adopted balcony solar legislation, with New Jersey becoming the latest. These plug-and-play solar kits reduce electricity bills by converting sunlight into power for household use.
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Why Google is paying to upgrade nuclear power plants
Georgia’s Public Service Commission approved a deal where Google will help fund nuclear reactor upgrades at state plants starting in 2028, providing carbon-free energy for the tech company’s operations.
A new report just busted another myth about heat pumps
A new RMI report finds that three-quarters of U.S. homes could adopt heat pumps without straining the electrical grid, potentially reducing greenhouse gas emissions and cutting electric bills significantly.
Education In The News
Private schools offer 41% more tree shade than state schools in England
Private schools in England have 41% more tree cover than state schools, with disadvantaged areas having significantly less shade during extreme heat events, research shows.
The next literacy challenge: Teaching students how to write
Elementary schools across the United States are adopting evidence-based writing instruction methods after discovering most students lack fundamental writing skills, with some districts reporting improved test scores.
Third of disadvantaged white pupils in England leave primary school without being able to read properly
Research shows one-third of disadvantaged white pupils in England exit primary school lacking adequate reading fluency, contributing to academic disengagement and absence.
Three arrested in fraud investigation at University of Greater Manchester
Three people arrested in fraud investigation at University of Greater Manchester involving allegations of fraud, bribery, and money laundering tied to over £1m in suspicious transactions.
Under a new federal rule, colleges must leave grads better off or lose financial aid
The U.S. Department of Education implemented a new accountability measure requiring undergraduate programs to demonstrate that graduates earn more than high school graduates, or risk losing federal student loan funding.
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