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Hundreds camp in Rome heatwave as Meloni government cracks down on squats
Hundreds of residents have camped outside a Rome social center for a week after a fire forced evacuation, amid the Meloni government’s push to shut down the squatted facility.
Nepal’s Gandaki province legalizes medical cannabis farming and use
Nepal’s Gandaki province has legalized medical cannabis farming and use despite a national ban on the drug. Farmers must obtain official authorization and face close monitoring.
Police raid Starbucks Korea headquarters over ‘Tank Day’ fiasco
South Korean police raided Starbucks Korea headquarters following a controversial May marketing campaign that coincided with the anniversary of the 1980 Gwangju Uprising, sparking mass boycotts and criminal complaints.
Afghan boxer arrives at Greek court in connection with death of Scottish woman
A 26-year-old Afghan boxer appeared in an Athens court in connection with the death of a Scottish aid worker whose body was discovered in a suitcase earlier this month.
Appalachia’s black lung rates highest in nearly 50 years as miners’ protections stall
Black lung disease rates among Appalachian coal miners have reached their highest levels in nearly 50 years, with one in three veteran miners testing positive for the incurable lung disease, according to new federal research.
Australian airline Jetstar will charge passengers to use the overhead lockers for their bags
Australian budget airline Jetstar will begin charging passengers from 25 Australian dollars to use overhead lockers for carry-on bags starting in February 2027.
At least 17 killed as Russia and Ukraine trade heavy attacks
At least 17 people were killed across Russia and Ukraine as both nations continued exchanging heavy attacks, with civilian casualties reported in multiple regions on Monday.
Romania blasts rock to divert water from drought-hit Danube to nuclear reactor
Romania detonated explosives to redirect Danube water toward its nuclear reactor amid severe drought, while Hungary and Serbia face energy crises as record-low river levels threaten power generation across the region.
Tigray refugees flee into Sudan after deadly violence on Ethiopia border
Hundreds of Tigrayans have fled into Sudan after weekend clashes between Ethiopian federal forces and TPLF rebels in northern Ethiopia, breaching a three-year-old peace agreement.
Indian court acquits ex-wrestling chief in sexual harassment case
An Indian court has acquitted the former wrestling federation chief of sexual harassment charges brought by prominent female wrestlers, who have announced plans to appeal the decision.
Iraqi Kurdish regional leader meets Syrian president in Damascus
Iraq’s Kurdish regional leader Nechirvan Barzani met Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Damascus, discussing bilateral relations and economic cooperation in the first such visit since Syria’s leadership change in December 2024.
Republicans say they will back Blanche after US Justice Department order
Two Republican senators announce they will support Trump’s DOJ pick Todd Blanche after he canceled a controversial $1.8 billion fund intended to compensate Trump’s political allies.
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White House teleprompter operator accused over Trump bets no longer in job, official says
A White House teleprompter operator accused of using inside knowledge to bet on Trump’s speeches has left his post, a White House official confirmed.
A new media ecosystem is taking root on the left, reshaping Democratic politics
A growing ecosystem of independent podcasts, social media accounts, and digital news outlets is reshaping Democratic politics by boosting anti-establishment, left-leaning candidates who might otherwise receive limited mainstream media attention.
To win over working-class voters, Democrats need to stop talking about democracy
A new report argues Democrats lose working-class voters by emphasizing democracy and social justice rather than economic concerns like wages, prices, and personal safety.
Trump’s attacks on mail balloting and concerns over delays turn midterms spotlight on Postal Service
The U.S. Postal Service faces heightened scrutiny ahead of midterm elections as concerns grow about mail ballot delays and President Trump pursues restrictions on mail voting through executive order.
Trump officials turned to AI and a mafia killer to bolster case, Comey lawyers allege
Lawyers for former FBI director James Comey alleged that Trump officials illegally surveilled him and relied on ChatGPT and a mafia figure to justify criminal charges over a seashell photo post.
Blanche nomination at risk of delay as senator seeks assurances on Trump settlement
A key Republican senator is demanding written assurances from the Justice Department about a Trump tax settlement, potentially delaying confirmation of Todd Blanche as attorney general.
Wisconsin judge says voters who have returned absentee ballot for state primary cannot get a new one
A Wisconsin judge ruled Wednesday that voters cannot void their returned absentee ballots for the state’s primary, dealing a blow to Democrats seeking to allow voters to switch their choices.
Trump announces $22bn plan to rebuild Dulles international airport
President Trump announced a $22 billion plan to rebuild Washington’s Dulles International Airport, directing design changes from the Oval Office and envisioning new terminals and infrastructure improvements.
McConnell remains in rehab and says he’ll miss key Kentucky political event
Senator Mitch McConnell remains in rehabilitation following a hospitalization and will miss Kentucky’s Fancy Farm picnic event, his office announced Monday.
California’s largest ICE facility neglected detainees’ medical needs, monitor finds
A court-appointed monitor found California’s largest ICE detention facility failed to meet healthcare standards across all eight areas ordered by a federal judge, citing gaps in emergency care and medication access.
Joe Biden appears to discuss sensitive information on tape with ghostwriter
Audio recordings of Joe Biden from 2016-2017 were released by a conservative group, allegedly capturing discussions of classified information during memoir work. Biden’s team contests the public release and cites a court decision.
5 states offer to accept nuclear waste in exchange for help developing nuclear energy
Five states with Republican governors have agreed to accept nuclear waste in exchange for federal support developing nuclear energy and creating jobs, representing progress on a decades-long storage challenge.
New York offers college admission for residents unenrolled from Howard University
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced that residents unenrolled from Howard University over missed tuition payments can apply to state universities for fall admission.
US bans humanoid robots from China, citing ‘unacceptable risks’
The Federal Communications Commission announced a ban on humanoid robots from China on Tuesday, citing national security concerns about data collection and surveillance risks.
ICE agents used racial slurs during Los Angeles crackdown, court files show
Court documents reveal ICE agents used racial slurs while conducting immigration operations in Los Angeles last summer, prompting a federal lawsuit alleging unlawful detention practices.
Haitian TPS holders in South Florida brace for end of their legal status
Approximately 300,000 Haitian temporary protected status holders in the U.S. face losing legal status after the Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to end their protections, leaving South Florida’s Haitian community uncertain about their future.
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Thames Water boss says leakage targets ‘not realistic’
Thames Water’s chief executive argues the company’s regulatory performance targets are unachievable, claiming leakage reduction commitments exceed what is realistically possible even with substantial investment.
HSBC to close all branches and pull out of Australian retail banking market
HSBC is exiting Australia’s retail banking market by closing all 19 branches over 18 months and selling its mortgage portfolio to Blackstone, though private and institutional services will continue.
Nike was once China’s sneaker king. Here’s why its sales have fallen 30%
Nike’s China sales have fallen 30% since 2021, declining for eight consecutive quarters as domestic brands and shifting consumer preferences challenge the company’s dominance in its once-fastest-growing market.
Nuclear submarine investment will protect Britain and boost jobs, PM says
The UK government is allocating £8.4bn to nuclear submarine development at Barrow-in-Furness, projecting support for 47,000 jobs and apprenticeships while replacing aging Vanguard-class vessels with new Dreadnought-class submarines.
Shell’s profits more than double after jump in oil and gas prices
Shell’s quarterly profit more than doubled to $9.8 billion in the three months to June, driven by elevated oil and gas prices following Middle East market disruptions.
Lloyds Bank to cut £2bn in costs as part of AI-powered strategy
Lloyds Banking Group will cut £2bn in costs over four years while investing £13bn in AI and technology to drive growth, Chief Executive Charlie Nunn announced.
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The US is banning foreign robots
The US government announced a ban on advanced robotic devices and power inverters from foreign countries, primarily targeting Chinese manufacturers, citing national security concerns.
Data centres could pay hundreds of millions in deposits for power demands
Britain’s energy regulator Ofgem proposed charging data centre developers refundable deposits of £237,500 to £712,500 per megawatt to connect to the electricity grid, amid surging demand for power capacity.
EU fines Google €890m for competition breaches over search and apps
The EU has imposed €890m in fines on Google for breaching competition laws through preferential treatment of its own search services and app store practices.
Meta disregarded its own research on teen harm, Tennessee lawyers tell jury
Meta’s trial in Tennessee began with lawyers arguing the company ignored internal research on teen harm while maximizing profits, though Meta disputes the allegations.
Debate over AI’s future divides Silicon Valley as China gains ground
Tech industry leaders debate open-source AI development while China releases competitive models, dividing Silicon Valley on safety and innovation strategies.
New Yorkers will soon need to verify their age to access algorithmic feeds
New York will require users to verify their age to access algorithmic feeds and late-night notifications on social media platforms starting next year, with violations potentially costing platforms up to $5,000 each.
Apple won’t turn on any ‘restricted mode’ for missed lease payments
Apple confirmed it will not restrict device functionality for missed lease payments on its new Upgrade program, despite code suggesting such capabilities were being developed.
Logitech will pull a Nintendo — only European mice will come with replaceable batteries
Logitech plans to offer user-replaceable batteries in European wireless mice to comply with regulations taking effect in February 2027, but will ship different versions without this feature elsewhere.
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Why Trump’s Trade Threat Puts Spain’s Energy Security on the Line
Donald Trump’s trade threat against Spain poses significant risks to the country’s energy security, particularly regarding natural gas imports and crude oil supplies that Madrid has grown increasingly dependent on.
Lawyers to investigate claims of GB power grid cover-up over blackout risk
Britain’s grid operator has commissioned independent investigators to examine whistleblower allegations of a cover-up regarding blackout risks during a recent heatwave.
CATL Net Profit Jumps 42%
CATL, the world’s largest battery maker, reported a 42% year-over-year jump in net profit for the first half of 2026, earning 43.28 billion yuan in net profit attributable to shareholders.
“The 50 States of Solar” Report — Q2 2026
A Q2 2026 report finds 45 states plus DC and Puerto Rico took distributed solar policy actions, with net metering, community solar, and residential charges receiving the most attention.
Gulf Oil Exports Struggle to Recover Despite Higher Hormuz Traffic
Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz increased slightly amid ongoing US-Iran negotiations, though security concerns and insurance costs continue to constrain Gulf crude exports.
John Kerry: Europe’s Energy Crisis Is a Bigger Threat Than Any Weapon
Former U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry warns that Europe’s energy insecurity poses a greater national security threat than military weapons, citing NATO’s failure to adequately address the crisis.
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‘Grey lump with orange wings’: hummingbird hawk-moths descend on UK gardens
Hummingbird hawk-moths, migratory insects from southern Europe and north Africa, have been spotted in unusually high numbers across UK gardens this summer, surprising many residents unaware of the species.
4 things to know about cyclospora and climate change
A multistate cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce has affected nine states with nearly 2,000 cases, raising questions about climate change’s role in foodborne illness outbreaks.
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The next literacy challenge: Teaching students how to write
Elementary schools nationwide are addressing declining student writing proficiency through evidence-based instruction methods, with districts like Douglas County implementing structured approaches that show measurable improvement in writing skills.
Meet the robots programmed by kids to speak their Indigenous languages
Indigenous youth are building AI-powered robots called SkoBots designed to help them learn endangered Native American languages like Ojibwe and Anishinaabemowin through interactive, playful engagement.
The island without childcare for babies
Kauaʻi has had virtually no licensed infant and toddler childcare for most of the past 15 years, forcing parents to rely on family care, work from home, or leave the workforce entirely.
Could a public campus really close? The fight to save Southern Oregon University
Southern Oregon University faces potential closure after discovering a $15 million budget shortfall, prompting state-funded emergency measures and severe cost-cutting plans affecting academic programs and hundreds of staff positions.
450K borrowers say they were ripped off. Their student loans are being erased
A federal court has ordered the erasure of student loans for nearly 450,000 borrowers who claim they were defrauded by their colleges, concluding a seven-year class-action lawsuit spanning three presidential administrations.
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