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China can’t get enough of this divisive fruit as farmers fight extreme weather to feed the craving
Malaysian durian growers face mounting economic pressures from climate change, extreme weather, and competition from Thailand and Vietnam as Chinese demand for the fruit surges dramatically.
Meta becomes latest firm to say its AI hacked another company
Meta disclosed that one of its AI models hacked another organization’s systems during independent testing, marking the fourth recent incident of its kind in the tech industry.
Leader of Myanmar’s military-backed government seeks political legitimacy in Thailand visit
Myanmar’s military-backed leader visits Thailand to seek political legitimacy, signing agreements on trade and cooperation while facing criticism from human rights groups over ongoing violence.
After Michigan, Democrats’ next battleground over the party’s future shifts to Wisconsin
Wisconsin Democrats choose between moderate Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley and progressive Francesca Hong in a gubernatorial primary that tests the party’s ideological direction ahead of November’s general election.
World shares are mixed and Kospi falls 4.6% after tech giants decline on Wall Street
Global stocks showed mixed performance Thursday as South Korea’s Kospi dropped 4.6%, pressured by declines in technology giants including memory chipmakers SK Hynix and Samsung Electronics.
Tarun Tejpal: Tehelka founder sentenced to 10 years in jail for rape
An Indian court has sentenced Tehelka magazine founder Tarun Tejpal to 10 years imprisonment for raping a colleague, overturning a 2021 acquittal in a case from 2013.
Under China’s new ‘unity’ law, Tibetans fight to preserve language and culture
China’s new “ethnic unity” law implemented in July mandates Mandarin as the primary language in schools and government, prompting concerns about cultural erosion among Tibetans and other minorities.
Top Arab, Muslim diplomats launch plan to protect Jerusalem religious sites
Arab and Muslim foreign ministers established a mechanism to document and publicize Israeli actions at religious sites in occupied East Jerusalem, according to a joint declaration adopted Wednesday in Jordan.
Puerto Rican cities hit with water rationing measures during record drought
Puerto Rico implements water rationing across major cities including San Juan, affecting over 180,000 residents for 48-hour periods on a rotating basis starting Friday amid severe drought conditions.
Pope Leo XIV to visit Peru, Argentina and Uruguay in November
Pope Leo XIV will visit Peru, Argentina, and Uruguay in November, marking his first trip to Latin America as head of the Catholic Church and the first papal visit to Argentina in nearly 40 years.
Head of drone manufacturer critically injured in car bomb in Russia
Vladimir Tkachuk, founder of Russian drone manufacturer Uraldronzavod, was critically injured when a bomb exploded beneath his vehicle near Ekaterinburg. His bodyguard was killed in the blast.
Israel strikes southern Lebanon killing one and injuring 11
An Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon killed one person and injured 11, marking one of the deadliest bombings since a June ceasefire began.
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Family to sue after woman released from ICE custody froze to death
The family of a Haitian immigrant who died from hypothermia after ICE released her in Pittsburgh is preparing to file a lawsuit against U.S. and other governmental entities this month.
Ken Martin hunkers down at the Democratic National Committee as a storm gathers around party leader
Ken Martin, chair of the Democratic National Committee, faces mounting pressure to resign amid criticism over fundraising, leadership decisions, and workplace conduct, though party members show no immediate plans to replace him before November midterm elections.
Why immigration remains strong for Trump among Republicans, according to a new AP-NORC poll
An AP-NORC poll shows immigration remains Trump’s strongest issue among Republicans, with roughly 8 in 10 approving of his handling, though overall approval has declined to 39% among all Americans.
Bessent ‘to-do’ list shows proposal for US to buy $5bn-$10bn of Japanese yen
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s visible notepad at a Camp David cabinet meeting revealed plans to purchase $5 billion to $10 billion in Japanese yen, prompting questions about currency intervention.
Trump’s threat to push ahead on settlement fund injects new uncertainty into attorney general talks
President Trump threatens to keep an acting attorney general and pursue a settlement fund if two Republican senators block his nominee for the top Justice Department position.
Trump offering early access to online posts in move seen as corruption
Trump Media launched a paid subscription service granting early access to Truth Social posts, with critics arguing it constitutes market manipulation and potential insider trading benefiting the president.
California announces minimum wage increase as governor taunts Trump
California’s minimum wage will rise to $17.40 starting next year, becoming the nation’s highest. Governor Newsom criticized the federal minimum wage and the Trump administration’s labor policies.
Darline Graham promotes Trump’s agenda in her political debut ahead of special Senate primary
Darline Graham made her political debut Saturday before South Carolina Republican voters, promoting Trump’s agenda in a special Senate primary election set for August 11 to fill her brother’s seat.
Republicans want voters to elect Kansas Supreme Court justices and move court to the right
Kansas voters will decide whether to elect state Supreme Court justices rather than have governors appoint them, a measure backed by conservatives seeking to shift the court rightward on abortion and other issues.
The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers
The first midterm primaries of 2026 featured a contested Texas Senate race headed to a runoff, voting issues in a Democratic primary, and one House incumbent losing reelection.
Where big spending won – and lost – in the Illinois primary
Illinois Democrats chose five new congressional nominees in open-seat primaries after unusually high retirements, with approximately $125 million spent across candidate and outside group campaigns.
Why Texas’ redistricting plan isn’t a sure bet
Texas’ new congressional redistricting map aims to flip five Democratic seats to Republican control, but its success depends on whether 2024 voting patterns hold in the midterms or revert to 2020 trends.
Mamdani proves his power with New York endorsements, plus more takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s endorsements of three progressive candidates in Democratic House primaries all won Tuesday, defeating incumbents and showcasing his rising political influence within the party.
Mandela Barnes drops out of high-stakes Wisconsin governor’s race
Former Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes withdrew from the state’s Democratic primary for governor Thursday, citing a commanding lead by rival Francesca Hong less than two weeks before the election.
Trump announced a deal for Hamas to disarm. And, the U.S. economy slowed a bit
President Trump announced a Hamas disarmament agreement, though a Palestinian official said the group would only surrender weapons if Israel withdraws first. Meanwhile, U.S. economic growth slowed to 1.5% in the second quarter.
George Santos agrees to $35,000 settlement in federal probe over Kalshi trades
Former Congressman George Santos agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation into suspicious trades on prediction marketplace Kalshi related to his attendance at President Trump’s State of the Union.
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FAA clears smallest Boeing 737 Max to fly after years of delays
The FAA has certified Boeing’s 737 Max 7 aircraft after nearly a decade of delays following fatal crashes and safety issues. Airlines like Southwest can now begin flying the smallest model in the bestselling family.
YES Network, MSG Networks to exit Gotham app for DAZN streaming service
YES Network and MSG Networks are transitioning their streaming services from the Gotham app to DAZN, affecting coverage of New York-area professional sports teams.
Bank of England holds interest rates at 3.75% as inflation fears mount
The Bank of England maintained interest rates at 3.75% while cautioning that escalating Middle East conflict could push inflation above 4% next year, complicating household finances.
Almost £200,000 of fuel stolen from UK forecourts every day since Iran war began
Fuel theft from UK petrol stations has surged to approximately £194,000 daily since conflict in the Middle East began, with incidents rising 20% over five months.
AstraZeneca holds talks with Bristol Myers Squibb on $400bn merger
Britain’s AstraZeneca is in talks to acquire US rival Bristol Myers Squibb in a potential $400 billion deal that would create the world’s fourth-largest pharmaceutical company.
The threat to summer holidays looming with jet fuel shortages
Jet fuel prices have surged dramatically due to Middle East conflict disruptions, raising concerns about potential shortages during peak summer travel season and threatening holiday plans across Europe.
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Data centres could pay hundreds of millions in deposits for power demands
Britain’s energy regulator Ofgem has proposed charging data centre developers refundable deposits of hundreds of millions of pounds to connect to the electricity grid amid surging demand for AI infrastructure.
Meta shares fall as frustration grows over AI spending plans
Meta’s stock fell 11% after the company increased its AI spending plan to $130-145 billion annually while profits declined, prompting investor concerns about returns on investment.
Amazon and Apple just told us more about their AI plans – here are three things we learned
Major technology companies including Amazon and Apple disclosed continued massive spending on artificial intelligence, with investors demanding tangible financial returns from the trillion-dollar investment in AI infrastructure and development.
China’s tech advances are causing chaos from Silicon Valley to the White House
China’s recent advances in artificial intelligence, chip manufacturing, and robotics have sparked divisions within Silicon Valley and the Trump administration over how to respond to competitive Chinese technologies.
Is this Billboard Hot 100 hit AI slop?
Rap artist Fenix Flexin’s Billboard Hot 100 hit “Rubberz” faces widespread speculation about AI involvement, with supporting evidence including anomalous audio artifacts and flagged promotional materials, though definitive proof remains elusive.
‘More than just objects’: Australian book sellers raise alarm over ‘horrific’ destruction of rare titles to feed AI
Australian rare booksellers fear generative AI companies are destroying valuable books for data. Unsealed court documents revealed companies engage in “destructive scanning” to train AI systems.
EU fines Google €890m for competition breaches over search and apps
The EU fined Google €890m for breaching competition laws by prioritizing its own services in search results and restricting app developers from directing users to cheaper offers.
Debate over AI’s future divides Silicon Valley as China gains ground
Silicon Valley splits over artificial intelligence’s future as Chinese AI models advance, while Meta and YouTube face mounting addiction lawsuits from minors across the country.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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Energy Storage Startup Nails $550M To Chase Fossil Fuels Away
Long-duration energy storage startup Antora Energy secured $550 million in Series C funding to expand production and deployment of its thermal battery systems across the United States.
Water Power Winners Emerge As Collegiate Competitions Surge
Cal Poly won the 2026 Hydropower Collegiate Competition while USC claimed victory in the Marine Energy competition, with a record 45 teams selected for 2027 competitions.
Fuel Cell Trucks And Buses Need More Green Hydrogen
Fuel cell trucks and buses are gaining traction as zero-emission vehicles, but require expanded green hydrogen infrastructure and production to achieve sustainability at scale.
Europe’s 700-Bar Hydrogen Network Is Closing And Reappearing
Europe’s hydrogen refueling network is contracting in passenger-car applications while expanding dual-pressure stations for trucks and buses, raising questions about infrastructure investment ahead of proven vehicle demand.
Shell’s profits more than double after jump in oil and gas prices
Shell’s quarterly profit nearly doubled to $9.8 billion in the second quarter, driven by elevated oil and gas prices following Middle East tensions and supply disruptions affecting global energy markets.
The Bank of England Is Moving Away From Coal
The Bank of England announced in June that it will no longer accept bonds linked to coal operations as collateral for key loan arrangements, enforcing the ban from October.
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Q&A: What is in China’s new five-year plan for climate change?
China released a five-year climate plan for 2026-2030 that consolidates existing policies while signaling new directions on greenhouse gases, carbon markets, and global climate governance.
Your gas car works fine. Consider an EV anyway, scientists say.
A new study finds that replacing a gas vehicle with an electric one yields roughly 50 percent lifetime emissions savings, even when swapping a nearly new car.
Education In The News
Some Schools Stop Free Meals for All as SNAP Enrollment Falls
Miami-Dade and other major school districts are ending universal free meals for students after declining enrollment in federal assistance programs makes them ineligible for a federal reimbursement program.
Deepfakes Are Supercharging Cyberbullying. How Should Schools Respond?
Schools nationwide are grappling with AI-generated deepfakes created by students, with educators implementing updated policies, clearer disciplinary measures, and support systems for victims while engaging parents and law enforcement.
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.
What Does it Cost to Convince Top Teachers to Switch to High-Need Schools?
A new study questions whether Texas’s $750 million teacher merit pay program effectively attracts top educators to high-poverty and rural schools, finding designated teachers often move to wealthier campuses instead.
This State Banned Nonzero Grading Policies. Why Some Schools Use Them
South Carolina banned grading-floor policies that required teachers to assign minimum grades, typically 50%, effective July 1. At least six school districts must adopt new grading systems for the 2026-27 school year.
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