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Europe’s central bank chief, Christine Lagarde, steps down for ‘freedom of speech’
Christine Lagarde, president of the European Central Bank, announced she is stepping down nine months early in March to gain freedom of speech on world affairs beyond monetary policy matters.
Israeli leader Netanyahu accused of using ‘ugly’ smear tactics to cling to power
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu faced accusations of using smear tactics after claiming Arab Israeli parties used foreign backing to ‘steal’ Tuesday’s election, which his coalition lost its parliamentary majority.
Brazil’s victory for the planet and democracy: seven lessons from Lula’s win
Brazil’s Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva defeated far-right challenger Flavío Bolsonaro in a presidential runoff, offering environmental campaigners worldwide a strategic blueprint for protecting democracy and nature simultaneously.
Hong Kong’s leader apologises for residential fire that killed 168 people
Hong Kong’s chief executive apologized for government failures that contributed to a residential fire that killed 168 people last year, though some victims’ families say accountability remains insufficient.
JD Vance letter may offer last chance to avert fresh conflict between US and Iran
Vice President JD Vance’s letter to Iran’s security chief seeks to restart diplomatic negotiations and avert escalation, requiring Tehran to commit on its nuclear program in exchange for US sanctions relief.
How could Israel break political deadlock? Here are four scenarios
Israel faces political deadlock after elections with neither Prime Minister Netanyahu’s coalition nor challenger Eisenkot’s bloc securing a majority, potentially forcing new elections or coalition compromise.
US’s RFK Jr claims Arabs ‘don’t produce science’: Why he’s very, very wrong
US Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr drew criticism for claiming Arabs don’t contribute to science, literature, or win major prizes—assertions contradicted by numerous historical and contemporary examples of Arab innovation and achievement.
Jacinda Ardern joins University of Sydney as lecturer and mentor
Former New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has joined the University of Sydney as a lecturer and mentor, focusing on empathetic leadership and social cohesion following her relocation to Australia.
Australian judge rejects prisoner’s human rights challenge to Vegemite ban
An Australian prisoner serving a life sentence lost his legal challenge to a state prison ban on Vegemite, with a judge ruling the restriction was justified despite limiting his cultural rights.
Middle East peace held back by US insistence that Iran is a threat, Oman’s foreign minister says
Oman’s foreign minister calls for a regional security pact including Iran and Gulf states, arguing that US insistence on viewing Iran as a threat has hindered Middle East peace for 50 years.
British politicians among international delegates barred from entering West Bank
An international delegation including British MPs was barred from entering the West Bank to meet Palestinian communities amid escalating violence during olive harvest season.
Ukraine war briefing: Russia strikes Kyiv hours before truce begins in war-ravaged city Oleshky
Russian missiles struck Kyiv hours before a humanitarian truce was set to begin in the war-damaged city of Oleshky, killing one person and wounding eight.
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Decades of fossil fuel influence paved way for Trump’s assault on university research, study says
A new study argues that decades of fossil fuel industry and conservative donor influence on universities has left them vulnerable to corporate interests and government pressure on research autonomy.
Boston sues Trump administration over infrastructure grant withdrawal
Boston sued the Trump administration over withdrawal of a $20 million infrastructure grant, claiming the decision to cancel funding due to a minimal electric vehicle charging component was unlawful and politically motivated.
Texas Republican called for public execution of Democratic leaders – report
A Texas Republican running to lead the state railroad commission has faced scrutiny over old social media posts calling for public executions of Democratic leaders and political opponents.
Trump’s deportations to third countries violate human rights, UN experts warn
UN human rights experts warned that US deportations of migrants to third countries are triggering widespread human rights violations with potentially deadly consequences for vulnerable populations.
Trump appointee overseeing election investigations steps down from FBI role
Andrew Bailey, a Trump-appointed FBI deputy director overseeing election-related investigations, announced his resignation after approximately one year in the position, citing family reasons.
Trump announces $15bn Iowa steel plant as he bids to boost flagging midterm hopes
Donald Trump announces a $15 billion steel plant in Iowa, framing it as a jobs message ahead of November midterm elections as Republicans seek to retain Senate control.
Tennessee to execute a woman for first time in 200 years after governor denies clemency
Tennessee’s governor denied clemency for Christa Pike, who is scheduled for execution later this week, making her the first woman executed in the state in 200 years.
The Senate passes the Protect College Sports Act, but the bill’s future is unclear
The Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act with bipartisan support, granting the NCAA a limited antitrust exemption to restore eligibility rules and regulate athlete compensation, though its House prospects remain uncertain.
Trump unveils plan for $15bn Iowa steel plant he calls biggest in US history
Trump announces a $15 billion steel plant in Iowa expected to begin production in 2030, positioning it as the largest in U.S. history and highlighting Republican job creation ahead of the November Senate elections.
Republican says Trump’s support of Ken Paxton in Texas primary was ‘colossal mistake’
Republican Senator Thom Tillis criticized President Trump’s endorsement of Ken Paxton over John Cornyn in the Texas Senate primary, calling it a “colossal mistake” that endangered the GOP seat.
John Fetterman accidentally calls himself ‘a lifelong Republican’
Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman accidentally described himself as a “lifelong Republican” during a panel discussion, before correcting himself to say he is a “lifelong Democrat.”
These Democrats are making Christianity a centerpiece of their midterm campaigns
Several Democratic congressional candidates are making faith central to their midterm campaigns, including ordained clergy and seminary students who invoke biblical teachings on policy issues in competitive races.
UN ambassador Waltz says Iran was not negotiating ‘in good faith’ to end war
The Trump administration’s UN ambassador said Iran was not negotiating in good faith to end the war, claiming Iranian negotiators demanded sanctions relief upfront before discussing nuclear program negotiations.
Republican senator criticizes White House for taxpayer-funded Trump ads
A Republican senator criticized the White House for using taxpayer funds to broadcast advertisements promoting President Trump ahead of midterm elections, suggesting such spending may violate federal law.
Blanche defends Trump’s White House media ban: ‘It’s a privilege … not a right’
Trump’s attorney general Todd Blanche defended the White House’s ban on three news outlets, characterizing press access as a privilege rather than a constitutional right.
The truth behind Donald Trump’s ‘biggest oil deal in world history’
Donald Trump announced a major oil deal with Venezuela following the US seizure of President Nicolás Maduro, but experts argue the agreement faces substantial legal and logistical obstacles.
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Websites taken down worldwide as critical PHP cyber-security update issued
Critical security flaws discovered in PHP programming language prompted governments and major websites worldwide to take systems offline Wednesday, with authorities urging immediate patching or temporary shutdowns.
Meta fined $25bn for ‘lies’ over user data privacy
Meta has been ordered to pay $25 billion by a New Mexico judge for years of misleading the public about how it handled Facebook user data, marking the company’s largest fine ever.
Pepsi renews contract with Taco Bell days after KFC switches to Coke in the U.S.
PepsiCo renewed its partnership with Taco Bell through 2036, announced Thursday, days after KFC switched to Coca-Cola as its U.S. beverage supplier.
Oil price rises above $117 a barrel amid fears US will renew strikes on Iran
Oil prices climbed above $117 a barrel as Middle East tensions escalated amid concerns about potential US military action against Iran and continued regional attacks on energy infrastructure.
Earnings limit of up to £140K for first-time buyers loan scheme
The government’s new Your First Home scheme will offer equity loans to first-time buyers with earnings caps of £110,000 outside London and £140,000 in the capital, the scheme providing loans worth 20% of new-build properties.
Civil servant who juggled five jobs says he was ‘surprised’ to be charged with fraud
A civil servant accused of holding five overlapping government jobs simultaneously and earning over £284,000 says he was surprised to face fraud charges and denies acting dishonestly.
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CoreWeave’s debt is becoming the whole AI industry’s problem
CoreWeave’s bonds entered distressed territory as investor concerns grew about AI infrastructure debt sustainability, with the company owing over $35 billion and losing over a billion dollars in the first half of the year.
New AI tool can predict cancer survival by a single patient selfie, study suggests
Researchers at Mass General Brigham developed an AI system that predicts cancer patient survival outcomes from a single facial photograph, analyzing biological age markers visible in facial features.
Revolut down as thousands of users report app not working
British fintech Revolut experienced a service outage affecting multiple functions on Tuesday morning, leaving thousands of users unable to make payments or access funds through its app.
Some Google Home Speakers caught downloading hundreds of gigs of data
Some Google Home Speaker owners report their devices are downloading hundreds of gigabytes of data in the background, potentially due to a firmware update issue. Google says a fix is already rolling out.
Snapchat, TikTok and Instagram grooming becoming ‘quicker and easier’
Experts warn that online child grooming via Snapchat, TikTok and Instagram is accelerating, with counselling cases and sexual exploitation offences rising significantly in recent years.
Social media algorithms: What if you could turn them off?
Australia introduced legislation this week that would require social media platforms to let users disable algorithmic recommendations, allowing them to see only content from accounts they follow.
AI firm Anthropic to commit 5% of shares to fund for ‘public good’
Anthropic commits 5% of shares to a public good fund worth approximately $48bn at its latest valuation, with potential for additional contributions as company value grows.
A hacker broke into John Deere and SharkNinja with an army of AI agents
A hacker used AI agents to breach more than 100 websites including John Deere and SharkNinja, leveraging an open-source AI platform called Cairn to automate large-scale cyberattacks.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
Energy In The News
The Pentagon’s Rare Earth Deadline Is Almost Here. Is Anyone Ready?
Pentagon procurement rules restricting Chinese rare earth materials in weapons systems take effect January 1, 2027. REalloys appears positioned as the only North American company with defense-qualified materials ready before the deadline.
Crude oil exports from strait of Hormuz largely return to pre-war levels
Crude oil exports from the Strait of Hormuz have rebounded to pre-war levels as producers use alternative pipelines and ship-to-ship transfers, though refined product flows remain constrained and prices elevated.
The EU Clean Corporate Vehicles Regulation: The Industrial & Economic Benefits of “Made-in-EU” Electric Company Cars
Independent modeling indicates the EU Clean Corporate Vehicles Regulation could generate €48 billion in value and 344,000 jobs by 2030, with potential benefits for major automakers like Volkswagen.
Canada Stabs Trump In The Back With New Offshore Wind Plan
Canada announced plans for major offshore wind farms off Nova Scotia’s coast, committing $100 million to develop what officials describe as a transformative energy opportunity for Atlantic Canada and potential power exports.
Gas Network Retirement Is Becoming A Real Utility Planning Tool
Gas utilities are adopting geographic retirement strategies as electrification spreads, moving beyond demand forecasts to determine which infrastructure sections should be decommissioned when customer switching makes maintenance economically inefficient.
Sierra Club Iowa Responds: Local Officials Reject Re-zoning Request for Alliant’s Morgan Valley Gas Plant
The Linn County Board of Supervisors unanimously rejected a rezoning request for a proposed gas-fired power plant that Interstate Power and Light Company sought to build in the region.
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The American Dream wasn’t built for climate change
Climate change poses growing risks to American homeownership, with extreme weather damaging properties, raising insurance costs, and eroding home values that have long anchored financial security and wealth-building.
Tap water no longer drinkable in Norwegian village as climate-related thawing releases heavy metals
A Norwegian Arctic village has issued a tap water ban after permafrost thaw released heavy metal contaminants, with scientists warning other Arctic communities could face similar issues.
Education In The News
Aspiring Accreditor Approves First Institution
The Commission for Public Higher Education, a newly established accreditor, approved Florida Polytechnic University as its first institution, though it has not yet obtained federal recognition.
Minnesota State to Divert Millions to 4-Year Institutions
Minnesota State’s board approved transferring up to $25 million annually to two struggling four-year universities over four years, with community colleges bearing significant contribution burdens.
Trump administration moves to deregulate Head Start, opening door for sweeping change
The Trump administration proposed significant changes to Head Start, the federal early education program for low-income children, that would reduce federal standards and shift control to states and parents.
Writing skills are getting more attention in school
Schools across the country are increasing focus on writing instruction after recognizing students lack foundational skills in composition, spelling, and punctuation.
Paying vendors for student results
School districts are experimenting with outcomes-based contracts that tie vendor payments to student academic results, with early research showing mixed results in tutoring and educational software effectiveness.
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