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Hamas says it will disarm if Israel halts strikes and withdraws from Gaza, but obstacles remain
Hamas announced Friday it will disarm as part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal requiring Israel to end strikes and withdraw from Gaza, though significant obstacles remain to implementation.
Idaho fast food restaurant shooting leaves 3 dead and 7 injured, city spokesman says
A shooting at an In-N-Out Burger restaurant in Twin Falls, Idaho left three people dead and seven injured on Saturday afternoon. Police found the suspected gunman’s body near the restaurant.
Trump says Gulf leaders’ input weighed heavily in decision to hold off on ordering new Iran strikes
President Trump said he postponed planned military strikes against Iran following requests from Gulf allies Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE, who preferred pursuing diplomatic negotiations instead.
Malaysia cracks down on social media hiking trend after jump in numbers needing rescue
Malaysia is implementing stricter hiking regulations nationwide, including mandatory guides at high-risk locations and bans on compressed hikes, following a 30% surge in rescue operations during the first five months of 2026.
Bandar Utama stabbing: Trial begins for Malaysian teen accused of murderring schoolmate Yap Shing Xuen
A Malaysian teenager is on trial for the alleged October stabbing death of 16-year-old schoolmate Yap Shing Xuen, with the case sparking national debate about social media’s influence on youth.
Judge clarifies NCAA eligibility order, which could blunt its impact on new ‘5 for 5’ rule
A federal judge clarified her ruling on NCAA eligibility, narrowing its scope to exclude athletes who signed professional contracts and seek college return.
Russia charges Telegram founder Pavel Durov with facilitating terrorism
Russia charges Telegram founder Pavel Durov with facilitating terrorism, alleging the messaging app was used for recruitment by Ukrainian services and sabotage coordination.
DJ Guetta leads tributes to electronic musician Kavinsky who has died
French electronic musician Kavinsky, known for his 2010 hit Nightcall, has died at age 50 at his Paris home. Tributes have poured in from fellow artists and government officials celebrating his influence on the global music scene.
Caribbean bears brunt of £43bn climate-fuelled damage to developing islands
Caribbean nations experienced $53.2 billion in climate-related damage between 2000 and 2024, accounting for over 90% of losses across 39 developing island nations globally, according to recent research.
Iran pushes back against US as regional attacks heat up
Iran has escalated regional tensions with missile strikes on a US military base in Jordan, while also rejecting international proposals for managing the Strait of Hormuz, as diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict stall.
Fire erupts on ships at Egypt’s Damietta port
Two gas processing and storage ships caught fire at Egypt’s Damietta port without causing injuries, with port operations expected to resume overnight at other facilities.
Al-Shabab kills five Kenyan security personnel in ambush
Five Kenyan security personnel were killed in an al-Shabab ambush near the Somalia border in Mandera county, with a reinforcement vehicle subsequently struck by a roadside bomb.
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Federal judges allow new Tennessee congressional map that splits majority-Black district in Memphis
Federal judges have allowed Tennessee to use a new congressional map that splits a majority-Black district in Memphis, clearing the way for its use in primary elections.
From prison fears to fireworks, Chinese pastor recounts sudden release after Trump’s intervention
A Chinese pastor detained for 266 days was unexpectedly released and flown to the U.S. after President Trump raised his case with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in May.
Democrats to finalize their 2028 presidential nominating calendar, led by more diverse states
Democrats are preparing to finalize their 2028 presidential nominating calendar, likely removing Iowa from the top spot and elevating more racially diverse states like South Carolina or Nevada.
Trump to speak at White House press dinner rescheduled after shooting
Donald Trump will address a rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on Friday, three months after an armed assailant disrupted the original event in an assassination attempt.
Navy says it will no longer release sailors’ service history, another restriction on press access
The U.S. Navy will no longer release sailors’ service history information to the public, citing security threats and harassment concerns amid broader Pentagon restrictions on press access.
Trump seizes on New Jersey election error to boost misleading fraud claims
Trump amplified claims of widespread noncitizen voter registration following a New Jersey disclosure about a software error that resulted in 6,600 noncitizens being registered, though fewer than 400 voted.
Montana Sen. Jason Ellsworth’s guilty verdict thrown out
A Montana judge vacated the guilty verdict against former Senate President Jason Ellsworth after jurors were inadvertently provided sealed exhibits during deliberations in an official misconduct case.
Trump administration to unveil latest stage of aggressive trade policy
The Trump administration plans to announce new trade measures Thursday as existing tariffs expire Friday, following a February Supreme Court ruling that invalidated many prior tariffs.
Secret Service agent on Vance’s detail under investigation
A Secret Service agent protecting Vice President JD Vance faces investigation after allegedly leaking operational details about Vance’s planned helicopter trip to a media outlet.
More than 24 states sue Trump administration after it put conditions on receiving disaster funding
More than 24 states sued the Trump administration Thursday, alleging it unlawfully conditioned federal disaster funding on compliance with election and immigration policy changes.
Democrats say Social Security boss’ message pushed misleading statements on Trump tax law’s benefits
Democratic senators accused Social Security’s commissioner of misusing official resources to promote misleading statements about Republican tax legislation’s benefits to seniors ahead of midterm elections.
Senate committee postpones vote on whether to advance CDC director nominee
The Senate health committee postponed a vote on CDC director nominee Dr. Erica Schwartz, with the panel planning to vote next week after a family emergency affected Republican attendance.
Government withdraws subpoenas of 3 reporters for The New York Times after admitting legal errors
The government withdrew subpoenas targeting three New York Times reporters after a federal judge criticized its legal approach as failing to follow required procedures for compelling journalist testimony.
Trump says nearly 200 firms have signed pledge to protect Americans from costs arising from datacenters
Trump announced approximately 200 entities have signed a non-binding pledge intended to prevent consumers from bearing datacenter costs, covering firms supplying 80% of US power distribution.
Education Department rescinds disparate impact rule, a key tool used to assess school discrimination
The Education Department rescinded a disparate impact rule used to assess school discrimination, requiring proof of intentional discrimination instead. The move drew sharp criticism from civil rights advocates who said it undermines protections for students of color.
US trade chief defends tariffs as Democrats say Trump ‘in denial’ over price hikes
Trump’s trade chief denied tariffs raised US prices during Senate testimony, while Democrats cited studies showing families paid $1,700 more in tariff costs since the president’s return to office.
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Ford wants more customers to customize vehicles to boost profits as it eyes ‘Nike shoe drop’ moments
Ford is expanding its vehicle customization and aftermarket parts business, launching limited-edition “shoe drop” style vehicle releases through Ford Custom Garage to boost profits and customer loyalty.
The threat to summer holidays looming with jet fuel shortages
Jet fuel prices have surged more than 120% since Middle East conflict disrupted supply routes, threatening summer travel with potential shortages and higher ticket prices across Europe.
Andy Burnham says 20% business rates cut for English pubs a first step
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a 20% business rates cut for English pubs, social clubs, and live music venues beginning next April, calling it an initial step to support the struggling hospitality sector.
Gary Lineker among millionaires asking Andy Burnham to tax them more
Over 120 wealthy Britons, including footballer Gary Lineker and musician Brian Eno, have written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham requesting higher taxes on the wealthy to promote equality and fund public investment.
Record heat sends online retail sales to five-year high in Great Britain
Online retail sales reached their highest share of total retail spending in five years last month, driven by record heat and demand for seasonal products and World Cup-related purchases.
Senate panel advances China auto bill that could bar Mercedes-Benz from U.S.
The Senate Commerce Committee advanced legislation Wednesday to toughen restrictions on Chinese automakers, though sponsors warn the bill could unintentionally bar Mercedes-Benz from the U.S. market.
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Tesla’s robotaxi promises are clashing with reality
Tesla’s robotaxi program shows signs of stagnation despite CEO Elon Musk’s claims of expansion, with flat mileage, shrinking vehicle numbers, and ongoing safety concerns challenging investor confidence.
Claude’s voice mode is now available for Opus and Sonnet
Anthropic has expanded its Claude voice mode feature to include its more powerful Opus and Sonnet models, along with integration into applications like Gmail, Slack, and Canva.
Aussie gov’t tells volunteers to throw out thousands of functioning test routers
Thousands of functional SamKnows routers were disabled after Australia’s broadband testing program concluded, despite volunteers noting the devices could be easily repurposed or reflashed.
Google pays $250K for Linux vulnerability allowing guest VM escapes
Google awards $250,000 for a critical Linux KVM vulnerability enabling guest virtual machines to escape and gain root access to host machines, alongside a separate privilege escalation flaw.
Patch for Windows Defender 0-day could allow attackers to fill hard disk
Microsoft’s patch for a Windows Defender zero-day may cause machines to write files large enough to consume all available disk space, according to the researcher who discovered the flaw.
Microsoft’s Secure Boot has been broken for a decade and no one noticed until now
Security researchers discovered that Microsoft failed to revoke 11 vulnerable firmware components called shims for over a decade, allowing attackers to easily bypass Secure Boot protections on Windows and Linux devices.
TikTok faces Ofcom investigation over child age checks
Ofcom has launched an investigation into whether TikTok adequately checks user ages and prevents children from accessing harmful content on its platform.
Could AI be conscious?
Leading AI researchers and ethicists are raising questions about whether advanced language models could be conscious or deserve moral consideration, citing the rapid advancement and complexity of current AI systems.
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Utilities & Big Tech Pay Lip Service, “Pledge” to Keep Costs Down
Utility and technology companies pledged to control electricity costs amid data center demand, but environmental groups argue the nonbinding commitment lacks substantive action or accountability measures.
Voters Know America Needs More Energy. Solar & Storage Are the Overwhelming Choice.
Polling shows Americans strongly support solar and energy storage as solutions to rising electricity costs ahead of November elections, with 66% favoring greater solar emphasis.
Why the Latest Oil Rally May Be Far From Over
Disruptions at the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb are tightening global oil supplies, with prices rising $10 per barrel this week amid expectations that crude could surpass $100 per barrel.
Can an AI Black Box Be Trusted to Run a Nuclear Reactor?
China unveiled ADANES, an AI system designed to integrate artificial intelligence throughout the nuclear energy lifecycle, raising questions about safety and transparency in AI-controlled reactor operations.
CS PowerTech Launches Best In Class PV HJT Solar Cell Factory
CS PowerTech inaugurated its first phase of a heterojunction solar cell manufacturing facility in Jeffersonville, Indiana, expected to produce over 6 GWp annually and support more than 1,200 jobs.
Despite Trump, Solar Power Is Rising And Coal Is Falling
A major Minnesota coal power plant is converting to solar energy and storage systems, exemplifying how renewable energy is displacing coal despite political efforts to revive the industry.
Climate Change In The News
‘Climate hushing’ has swept the Democratic Party. New polling suggests it’s a mistake.
New polling challenges Democrats’ move away from climate messaging, suggesting that emphasizing the issue could increase support for Democratic candidates rather than hurt it.
Q&A: Does the world need ‘carbon capture and storage’ to reach net-zero?
Carbon capture and storage is considered critical by climate scientists for achieving net-zero emissions, but faces criticism over high costs, unproven performance at scale, and ties to the fossil-fuel industry.
Education In The News
75% of Educators Expect Student Behavior to Be a Challenge This Year. What Else?
A survey of over 1,000 educators reveals that 75% expect student behavior to be a major challenge in the 2026-27 school year, with budget uncertainty and declining enrollment compounding concerns about school stability.
High Costs Keep 12.6 Million Kids Out of Summer Programs, Report Finds
A report finds that 12.6 million children cannot attend summer camps or programs primarily due to cost, with high-income families three times more likely to enroll than low-income families.
Facing political attack and falling enrollment, colleges take the fight to … each other
Facing declining enrollment and public scrutiny, four-year colleges are competing aggressively with community colleges and each other for students through expanded programs, aggressive recruiting, and political lobbying.
Many game sites evade school web filters
Many gaming websites are deliberately circumventing school web filters, allowing students to access inappropriate content on school-issued devices despite districts’ filtering efforts.
Trump Cut Their Education Grants. Here’s What Happened Next
Federal grant cancellations by the Trump administration have disrupted education research and programs nationwide, affecting university researchers, school districts, and nonprofits that relied on multimillion-dollar funding commitments.
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