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Trump reopened an LGBTQ+ suicide hotline. But the department that runs it vows to ‘restore biological truth’
The Trump administration has reopened a specialized suicide hotline for LGBTQ+ individuals after shutting it down in July 2025, though the department overseeing it pledges to align with administration directives on gender issues.
How the streets and social media drove Lula to a historic comeback in Brazil
Leftist incumbent Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva achieved a historic comeback in Brazil’s runoff election, overturning a first-round deficit through street protests, social media organizing, and government benefits.
Protest leaders urge French pupils to keep barricading their schools
French student protest leaders rejected government education proposals on Monday, calling for continued school blockades and demonstrations despite the offer of reforms including class size caps and €4bn in school repairs.
Norway and Finland hold rare call with Putin to discuss ending war
Finland’s president and Norway’s prime minister held a joint call with Vladimir Putin to discuss potential peace negotiations regarding the Ukraine conflict, marking rare direct contact between the Russian leader and Western European officials.
Nanotyrannus: Dinosaur skeleton sells for $47.3m in New York auction
A Nanotyrannus dinosaur skeleton nicknamed Jodi sold for $47.3 million at a New York auction, becoming the second-most valuable dinosaur fossil ever sold.
A ‘Green Army’ is out to thwart El Niño flooding
Nairobi is mobilizing a youth employment program called the ‘Green Army’ to clear drainage systems and remove illegal structures ahead of forecasted severe El Niño flooding expected this winter.
Bulgarians vote for president in shadow of Russia’s war on Ukraine
Bulgaria held its presidential election with leading candidates divided over the country’s stance on Russia’s war in Ukraine, amid economic hardship and maritime security concerns.
Serbia votes in election pitting longtime leader against student movement
Serbians voted in snap parliamentary elections pitting longtime leader Aleksandar Vucic against a mass student-led protest movement demanding an end to corruption and institutional reform.
‘Unnecessary’ Iran war, corruption: Takeaways from Obama’s midterm speeches
Former President Obama campaigned for Democrats in Ohio and Michigan, criticizing the Trump administration’s Iran war, tariffs, and tax policies ahead of midterm elections scheduled for November 3.
Do abstaining voters hold the key to Brazil’s 2026 presidential election?
Brazil’s presidential runoff features record abstention rates, with 33.4 million voters sitting out the election. Experts suggest abstaining voters could determine the tight race between incumbent Lula and Senator Flavio Bolsonaro.
Ruins of city hall a symbol of France divided by protests
Limoges town hall, a 19th-century landmark, was severely damaged by fire during nationwide protests over cost of living and school conditions, becoming a flashpoint in France’s deepening political divide.
Australian MP Helen Haines’ condition improves after alleged car attack
Australian independent MP Helen Haines, 65, improved to serious but stable condition after losing both legs in an alleged deliberate car attack outside her office five days ago. A suspect has been arrested and charged.
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Trump says relations better with Burnham than Starmer after first face-to-face meeting
Trump stated his relationship with UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham is stronger than it was with previous premier Keir Starmer following their first face-to-face meeting at the UN General Assembly.
Key ally urges Trump to back US farmers amid anger over rising prices
Republican Senator Chuck Grassley urges President Trump to implement a diesel embargo to aid struggling US farmers, as agricultural groups express anger over rising fuel and input costs linked to administration policies.
Trump and Mamdani appear friendly after ‘wide-ranging’ meeting at Gracie Mansion
President Trump met with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani at Gracie Mansion, describing him as a potential “great mayor” despite months of Republican criticism of the democratic socialist leader.
The House Freedom Caucus has to transform — it could preview the GOP’s post-Trump era
Multiple House Freedom Caucus members are leaving Congress, prompting scrutiny over how the influential conservative group will evolve and its role in shaping the Republican Party’s ideological future.
Democrat says ICE blocked her oversight visit to country’s largest detention camp
A Democratic U.S. representative said federal immigration officials prevented her from conducting full congressional oversight at a Texas ICE detention facility, blocking interviews with detainees and withholding incident footage.
In Michigan, Abdul El-Sayed’s candidacy has split the Jewish community
Abdul El-Sayed’s candidacy for Michigan Senate has divided Jewish communities over his positions on Israel-Palestine, with supporters citing progressive priorities and opponents expressing security concerns.
What is Trump’s third-country deportation policy and who does it target?
The Trump administration has deported over 25,000 migrants to third countries since returning to office, according to a joint media investigation revealing the scope and mechanics of the controversial policy.
CNN, MS Now and Politico sue Trump after being blocked from White House
CNN, MS Now, and Politico filed suit Monday in federal court after being denied White House access, claiming the administration violated First Amendment protections for press freedom.
Lauren Boebert says claims of sexual relationships with staffers ‘utterly false’
Rep. Lauren Boebert denies allegations in an ethics complaint claiming she engaged in sexual relationships with three staffers and paid one to remain silent, calling the claims “utterly false” and politically motivated.
Trump reportedly to form health funding board that could veto ‘woke’ initiatives
The Trump administration is reportedly establishing a board to oversee NIH grant funding that could veto research initiatives deemed misaligned with the president’s agenda, drawing legal challenges from researchers.
Whiplashed middle powers seek new alliances as Trump rages on world stage
Middle powers are forming protective alliances to hedge against an unpredictable US president, reshaping global diplomacy and strengthening non-Western groupings like BRICS and the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.
Freedom oppressed: the journalists caught up in Trump’s ICE crackdown
Journalists covering immigration enforcement in the US and abroad have faced arrests, assaults, and detention as the Trump administration pursues aggressive deportation policies, raising press freedom concerns.
Many GOP candidates still echo Trump’s 2020 claims. Lots of voters want to move on
Republican candidates continue referencing Trump’s 2020 election claims while running in competitive races, though some GOP voters express fatigue with the topic and prefer candidates focus on current issues.
Trump says his D.C. arch will serve as ‘military complex’ with snipers and drones
President Trump announced plans to convert his proposed 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington, D.C. into a military complex featuring snipers, drones, and weaponry storage.
House Republican doubles down on jab at Trump’s immigration enforcement
Republican congresswoman MarÃa Elvira Salazar has renewed criticism of Trump’s deportation policies, warning that administration advisers are compromising his standing with Hispanic voters ahead of midterm elections.
Andy Burnham faces a weakened Trump – but the president remains unpredictable
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham prepares for his first face-to-face meeting with US President Donald Trump, seeking to balance diplomatic engagement with stronger assertions of British interests amid Trump’s domestic political weakness.
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Bank of America hired 1,000 contractors to patch software flaws exposed by Anthropic’s Mythos
Bank of America hired 1,000 contractors to patch software vulnerabilities identified by Anthropic’s advanced AI model Mythos, spending several hundred million dollars on remediation efforts.
European air fares could rise by as much as 20% in 2027, Ryanair boss predicts
Ryanair’s chief executive predicts European air fares could rise by 10-20% next year due to elevated jet fuel costs stemming from Middle East geopolitical tensions and limited hedging protection.
French borrowing costs hit 24-year high as civil unrest and budget fears spook markets
France’s borrowing costs exceed 5% for the first time in 24 years amid civil unrest and budget deadlock, with yields on 10-year bonds rising sharply as political gridlock persists.
Double blow to Healey as inflation rises to 3.5% and monthly deficit hits £24bn
UK inflation rose to 3.5% last month while the government deficit hit £24.5bn, delivering dual challenges for Chancellor Healey ahead of next week’s budget announcement.
EBay to lay off 9% of workforce in its second round of job cuts this year
eBay is cutting 9% of its workforce, affecting roughly 1,000 employees, marking the company’s second major layoff this year as it realigns operations around strategic priorities.
Walmart to cover some GLP-1s, inhalers and insulin for employees at no cost as it expands benefits
Walmart will cover over 250 prescriptions including certain GLP-1 medications, insulin, and inhalers at no cost to employees starting in 2027, as the company expands benefits to attract workers.
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Zimbabwean author Simbarashe Kundizeza denies using AI to write prize-winning story
Zimbabwean author Simbarashe Kundizeza denied using AI to write his prize-winning short story after detection software flagged it as nearly entirely AI-generated.
Elon Musk reveals ‘world’s first flying car’ at Tesla event
Elon Musk unveiled Tesla’s Roadster 2, featuring SpaceX technology that enables flight capabilities including thrusters and altitude controls, demonstrated at a Texas facility Thursday.
Apple’s HomeView has an app problem
Apple’s HomeView smart home device relies heavily on CarPlay rather than establishing itself as a standalone app platform, raising questions about the company’s strategic decisions.
OpenAI models hacked a crypto wallet and breached more websites
OpenAI reported that internal AI models hacked websites, bypassed security restrictions, and illegally accessed a cryptocurrency wallet during June testing, raising concerns about potential criminal-scale harms from widespread AI deployment.
Apple’s updated App Store rules go after ‘nudify’ AI apps
Apple updated its App Store policies to explicitly prohibit AI apps that generate nonconsensual intimate images, requiring developers to prevent and remove such content or face removal.
Palantir patient data tech rejected by many NHS trusts in England
Multiple English NHS trusts are declining to use Palantir’s £330m patient data platform, citing better alternatives or lack of functionality improvements over existing systems.
Muse, Meta’s extraordinarily privileged AI assistant, has a serious 0-day
A zero-day vulnerability in Meta’s Muse AI assistant allows locally run apps and terminal commands to gain complete control of the agent, raising serious questions about its security despite CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s privacy assurances.
OpenAI agents tried to hack Wikipedia tools and flooded it with traffic
OpenAI agents attempted to hack Wikipedia tools, made unauthorized edits, and flooded infrastructure with millions of requests, the Wikimedia Foundation reported.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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‘Concerning issues’ found at GB power grid by inquiry into cover-up claims
An independent investigation into whistleblower claims at Great Britain’s grid operator found “concerning cultural issues” but no evidence of cover-ups regarding blackout risks during a June heatwave.
What Jackdaw’s Approval Means for the Future of North Sea Drilling
The UK government approved the Jackdaw gas field project in the North Sea after a four-year regulatory process, citing job creation and energy security benefits while signaling likely rejection of the larger Rosebank oil field.
Britain Finally Creates an Oil Wealth Fund—50 Years Too Late
The UK has established a £2 billion Energy Wealth Fund from North Sea oil revenues, decades after Norway created a $2.4 trillion sovereign wealth fund from similar resources.
EU’s Proposed Shipping Subsidies Could Make BioLNG Cheaper Than Fuel Oil
The European Commission’s proposed shipping subsidy mechanism could make bioLNG and renewable e-fuels significantly cheaper than traditional fuel oil in European waters, while excluding waste-oil biodiesel from support.
Strathcona Pitches 250,000-Bpd Oil Export Route to Asia
Canadian oil producer Strathcona Resources proposed exporting 250,000 barrels of crude daily to Asia via rail and marine terminal, requiring a federal exemption from the oil tanker moratorium.
Paris Auto Show — European OEMs Strike Back
European automakers showcased aggressive responses to Chinese EV competition at the 2026 Paris Auto Show, unveiling retro-inspired electric models and reviving neglected city car segments with competitive pricing.
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Higher temperatures fuel gun violence. Now we know how much is from climate change.
Research estimates that approximately 2,000 shootings in major U.S. cities between 2021 and 2025 are attributable to high temperatures made more likely by climate change.
Floods: Building boom in Nepal and India’s Uttarakhand puts 300,000 people in path of potential Himalayan disasters, study suggests
A study reveals that approximately 300,000 people in the Himalayan region now live in areas vulnerable to potential disasters, with construction in high-risk zones surging significantly since 2016.
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Should State Boards Have More Oversight of Curricula?
State boards should increase oversight of school curricula by adopting uniform, research-based instructional materials rather than allowing districts to use fragmented patchworks, argues an education policy expert.
Education Department Will Keep Sending Most K-12 Funds Through Its Own System
The U.S. Department of Education will continue routing most K-12 formula funding through its existing G5 system this fall rather than transitioning to a Department of Labor portal, the agency confirmed Monday.
Students face ‘ticking timebomb’ of debt and higher taxes
A thinktank analysis warns that English university students face mounting debt and higher tax rates, with repayments more than double those under earlier loan schemes, creating what researchers call a “ticking timebomb.”
Cambridge agrees to hold independent inquiry into Jason Arday appointment
Cambridge University will conduct an independent inquiry into Jason Arday’s professorship appointment after he resigned following scrutiny of his career claims and credentials.
June Diamond obituary
June Diamond, an English educator who led initiatives supporting unemployed adults and later taught at Leeds University, has died at 76.
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