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Nato head: Britain must show ‘credible path’ of annual defence budget increases
NATO’s secretary general Mark Rutte has called on Britain to demonstrate a credible plan for gradually increasing annual defence spending to reach a 3.5% of GDP target by 2035, rather than waiting until the final year.
Uncontrolled AI could lead to ‘silicon species’ rivalling humans, warns Microsoft
Microsoft’s AI chief warns that uncontrolled AI development could create a competing ‘silicon species’ and calls for stronger safeguards, transparency, and oversight mechanisms.
Netanyahu seeks to strip citizenship from Israelis as threats to NAZA film directors intensify
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans to seek legislation allowing citizenship revocation for those who “smear” Israeli soldiers, targeting filmmakers behind the Oscar-nominated Gaza documentary NAZA.
Here’s why an Arizona medical examiner is working to track heat-related deaths
A Pima County medical examiner is developing innovative methods to accurately count heat-related deaths in Arizona, highlighting how the nation undercounts climate disaster casualties.
Snapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC
Snapchat’s CEO said the company would be willing to implement time limits for teenage users, aligning with Meta’s recent settlement requiring similar measures across its platforms.
‘Harrowing reading’: what the inquiry into NZ fugitive father Tom Phillips revealed
An inquiry into fugitive Tom Phillips, who hid in New Zealand’s wilderness with his three children for nearly four years before being killed by police, found authorities failed to adequately protect the children from harm.
Officials urge calm after malaria outbreak kills two staff at Frankfurt airport
Two workers at Frankfurt airport have died from malaria, prompting German health officials to launch an investigation and implement mosquito monitoring measures at the facility.
Lindsay Clancy trial in hands of jury after closing arguments conclude
A Massachusetts jury has begun deliberations in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, a mother accused of first-degree murder in the deaths of her three children. The defense argued she suffered from postpartum psychosis, while prosecutors contended she made a calculated decision to kill them.
Russia says UK ‘playing with fire’ amid reports CIA chief has warned Kremlin not to attack Nato
Russia threatens UK retaliation over missile technology support for Ukraine, as reports emerge of CIA chief’s secretive Moscow visit to warn against NATO attacks.
Fired Stars and Stripes journalists sue Trump administration for censorship
Three Stars and Stripes journalists have sued the Defense Department after their firings, alleging the Trump administration violated their First Amendment rights in an effort to control the military newspaper’s editorial independence.
US nears deal to secure stake in Venezuelan oil fields, insiders say
The Trump administration is negotiating a deal to secure long-term access to Venezuelan oil fields for American companies, with output guaranteed for US supply, sources say.
Indonesians march on parliament to demand crackdown on corruption
Thousands of Indonesians marched on parliament in Jakarta demanding stronger measures against corruption, including asset seizure and harsher penalties for corrupt officials.
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Reform pledges to review all asylum claims for past five years if it wins power
The current Labour government has already announced major crackdowns on immigration, including disrupting gangs. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnThe current Labour government has...
Five questions awaiting Starmer as he faces Commons over Mandelson scandal
The prime minister said he was "staggered" to find out last week that civil servants in the Foreign Office withheld information from him. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnThe prime...
Starmer would have blocked Mandelson over vetting failure, says Lammy
Dame Emily Thornberry, chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee, has said new revelations have "called into question" evidence Sir Olly gave to MPs in November, during which he did not disclose that the government's security vetting agency advised the Foreign Office to...
Starmer accused of ‘skulking’ and shunning Sarwar in Scotland
It is the first time the prime minister has been north of the border since the Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar called for him to step down in February. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this...
Why Starmer still can’t move on from the Mandelson mess
Step two: crucially after the prime minister had given the former Labour minister the job, there was a security check, known as developed vetting. As we reported in the autumn, that's a standalone confidential process, which involved an in-person interview, financial...
Senior official ousted over Mandelson security row to face MPs
Former Former Office chief Sir Olly Robbins is expected to be grilled by the Foreign Affairs Committee on Tuesday. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnFormer Former Office chief Sir Olly...
‘Staggering’ I was not told Mandelson failed vetting, says PM
The PM is facing calls to resign over the revelation that Lord Mandelson did not pass security checks. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnThe PM is facing calls to resign over the...
What we know about Mandelson’s vetting and security clearance
The process is designed to identify whether people applying for government jobs pose a security risk, either because they might seek to abuse their position, or because their personal lives make them a potential blackmail target - for example, if they are in high...
Chris Mason: Mandelson nightmare haunts Starmer again
Sir Keir is, I understand, absolutely furious. Several figures we have spoken to who worked in No10 at the time insist they had no idea about all this. Friends of Morgan McSweeney, the prime minister's chief of staff at the time, say he didn't know either. Article...
UK seeks closer EU ties in volatile times – but at what cost?
By this summer, and the second post-Brexit EU-UK summit (an exact date for that summit has yet to be announced), the UK says it will have concluded a food and agricultural safety agreement with Brussels to reduce the burden on businesses exporting sausages, for...
Starmer did not know Mandelson failed vetting, government says
A decision to go against the recommendation of the vetting agency was taken by officials in the Foreign Office, spokesperson says. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnA decision to go...
Home Office investigating after BBC finds migrants making false claims to stay in UK
Asked whether the PM was confident claims were being scrutinised closely enough, the spokesman added: "The asylum system is built on robust safeguards, so every claim is rigorously and fairly assessed, abuse is actively uncovered, and these procedures are continually...
UK economy grew faster than expected ahead of Iran war
The economy saw its biggest monthly rise in more than two years just before the outbreak of the US-Israeli war with Iran. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnThe economy saw its biggest...
Chris Mason: Ministers have to close asylum loopholes while protecting genuinely vulnerable
There has been a stickiness to the electorate's concerns about issues of immigration and asylum, Chris Mason writes. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnThere has been a stickiness to the...
Migrants making false domestic abuse claims to stay in UK, BBC investigation finds
Jess Phillips, the minister for safeguarding in the Home Office, said: "The unacceptable abuse of this route, which protects genuine victims from the devastation of domestic abuse, is utterly shameful. I have personally seen the deplorable impact of this type of...
Social media leaders called to Downing Street over children’s safety
Top executives from firms such as Meta and YouTube will be asked what they are doing to protect children. Article Attribution | Read More at Article Source [mwai_chat context="Let's have a discussion about this article:nnTop executives from firms such as Meta and...
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Instagram head Adam Mosseri testifies in defense of Meta in child safety trial
Instagram head Adam Mosseri testified in court that a 2021 feature designed to help teens regulate app usage had lower uptake than expected, with only 1.8% of teens initially using it.
Firms scramble for battery power in Spain and Portugal
Companies across Spain and Portugal are rapidly investing in battery storage systems following a major blackout last year, with industrial firms seeking to protect production from power disruptions.
AI build out: AI gold rush draws crypto firms away from Bitcoin
Major cryptocurrency mining companies are redirecting computing infrastructure toward artificial intelligence workloads, signing multibillion-dollar deals with AI firms like Anthropic as Bitcoin rewards decline.
Musk’s SpaceX to build $100bn launch facility in Louisiana
SpaceX announced plans to construct a $100 billion launch facility in Louisiana spanning 125,000 acres, with construction beginning next year and first Starship flights expected in 2029.
Why Tesla has been caught up in a massive car recall in China
China announced its largest vehicle recall affecting over four million cars, mostly Teslas, over concerns about hidden door handles that may trap occupants during emergencies.
Woolworths posts $1.14bn profit in cost-of-living crisis – but CEO says it’s not thanks to rising shelf prices
Woolworths reported a $1.14bn net profit with rising margins, citing increased customer volume and cost cuts rather than price increases during the cost-of-living crisis.
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LinkedIn actually adds a ‘seems like AI slop’ button
LinkedIn is introducing a reporting button to flag posts as AI-generated content, part of broader efforts to reduce artificial content on the professional networking platform.
Personal and banking details among customer data stolen in Origin Energy hack
Origin Energy confirmed that customer addresses, phone numbers, and partial bank account details were accessed in a recent hack affecting potentially millions of accounts.
AusAlert blared around parks, libraries and cinemas for a few seconds, but some didn’t get the alert at all
Australia’s first nationwide emergency alert test, AusAlert, activated around 2pm AEST with mixed results—some devices received notifications while others missed the alert entirely despite advance warnings.
Labour MP suing Elon Musk’s xAI says chatbot added own fake abusive content
A Labour MP is suing Elon Musk’s xAI company, alleging its Grok chatbot was trained to generate harmful sexualized content without restrictions and created fake abusive images of her without consent.
Qualcomm is raising phone chip prices starting September 1st
Qualcomm will raise prices on all its processors beginning September 1st, with increases reportedly in the double digits, even as the chipmaker reports declining smartphone revenue.
Mark Zuckerberg is planning a big push into personal AI agents
Meta plans a major push into personal AI agents designed for mainstream consumers, CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced during the company’s Q2 2026 earnings call, positioning the technology as a foundation for future products.
Mythos attack on 3rd-round PQC algorithm candidate puts it out of commission
An AI security model discovered a fatal flaw in HAWK, a quantum-resistant cryptography algorithm under consideration for US standards, leading its developer to withdraw it from consideration.
Aussie gov’t tells volunteers to throw out thousands of functioning test routers
Australia’s government disabled thousands of functioning routers after its broadband testing program concluded, though volunteers say the devices could easily be reflashed for continued use.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
Energy In The News
Why Trump’s Waiver of the Jones Act Is Unlikely To Lower Gas Prices
President Trump is considering extending a suspension of the Jones Act to lower gasoline prices ahead of midterm elections, though analysts suggest the policy’s impact on pump prices would be minimal.
North Sea oil industry urges Burnham to approve new drilling in UK waters
North Sea oil industry urges incoming PM Andy Burnham to approve new drilling in UK waters, arguing it supports reindustrialization and energy security alongside renewable energy transition.
Bank of England to stop accepting bonds linked to coal for key loans
The Bank of England will stop accepting thermal coal-related bonds as collateral for commercial bank loans starting in October, citing climate and financial risks.
Trump EPA Plan to Put Louisiana in Charge of Toxic Coal Ash Threatens Drinking Water
Environmental groups oppose a Trump administration plan to transfer coal ash oversight to Louisiana, citing groundwater contamination at all active state coal plants and the state’s weak environmental enforcement record.
Electric Mining Truck Uses Sodium-Ion Batteries
A sodium-ion battery-powered mining truck has been delivered to a Chinese mining company, marking what developers claim is the first electric mining truck of its kind in the world.
European Countries Cut Tens of Billions of Euros of Fossil Fuel Imports from Wind & Solar Power Growth
European countries reduced fossil fuel imports by tens of billions of euros through accelerated renewable energy deployment following Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine, with wind and solar comprising 30% of EU electricity supply by 2025.
Climate Change In The News
May heatwaves, deaths, ruined harvests: study of Europe’s summer paints grim picture for the future
A European climate report found this summer was the continent’s hottest on record, with extreme heat stress affecting more than half of western Europe and causing thousands of deaths alongside widespread crop failures and wildfires.
Factcheck: UK Conservatives double the ‘cost of net-zero’ after spreadsheet blunder
The UK Conservative party’s policy document incorrectly claims the net-zero cost at £957bn, apparently stemming from a spreadsheet error that double-counted figures from the Climate Change Committee.
Education In The News
U.K. PM Axes Science Agency, Names New Education Secretary
U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham appointed Lucy Powell as education secretary and confirmed the merger of the science department with business and trade portfolios in his new Cabinet.
Financial Aid Offices Contend With AI-Written Appeals
Financial aid officers report receiving appeals written by AI tools, which often lack the specificity and personal details needed to evaluate requests for additional funding based on changed circumstances.
Fired Missouri education department lawyer sues over retaliation from Charlie Kirk post – KCUR
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Wake Forest University to extend impact on character education – Wake Forest University
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