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Polymarket has investigated ‘dozens’ of election-related cases
Polymarket has investigated dozens of election-related bets on its prediction markets, with at least two cases referred to regulators, according to the company’s head of investigations.
‘It’s collective punishment’: nearly 2,000 Palestinians in Hebron displaced as Israeli forces take over homes
Nearly 2,000 Palestinians were displaced in Hebron after Israeli forces took over homes in response to a gun attack on a military checkpoint that killed two soldiers.
Ebola outbreak: DR Congo nurse killed in attack as Uganda tightens border
A nurse was killed and another health worker injured in an attack in DR Congo while responding to an Ebola alert. Uganda has banned non-essential travel to DR Congo and will quarantine returning citizens for 21 days.
Chris Brown: US singer given suspended eight-month prison sentence over nightclub attack
US R&B singer Chris Brown received an eight-month suspended prison sentence for attacking a man with a glass bottle at a London nightclub in February 2023. His vocal coach also received a suspended sentence for his involvement.
Algeria to send troops to Niger in first foreign deployment since 1973
Algeria will deploy troops to Niger in its first foreign military deployment since 1973, following a request from Niger’s defence minister to help counter armed groups linked to extremist organizations.
Audi boss under fire in Germany for Trump rally appearance
Audi’s chief executive faced backlash in Germany after appearing at a Trump rally to announce a $4 billion Georgia factory investment just before US midterm elections.
Brazil’s runoff: Lula’s legacy vs. Bolsonaro’s dynasty
Brazil holds a presidential runoff on October 25 between incumbent President Lula and right-wing senator Flávio Bolsonaro, son of jailed former President Jair Bolsonaro, in a closely contested race.
Powerful earthquake in Tibet’s Nagqu area leaves 16 dead
A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck Tibet’s Nagqu region, killing at least 16 people and injuring 65 others. Authorities deployed rescue teams as power outages and road closures hampered relief efforts in the high-altitude mountainous area.
Trump, Musk, Zelenskyy: who is blaming whom in the Ukraine-Starlink row?
A dispute has emerged between the Trump administration, Ukrainian officials, and Elon Musk over responsibility for restricting Ukraine’s access to SpaceX’s military-grade Starlink service, affecting drone operations and air defenses.
Friday briefing: How a leaderless student group is challenging power in Serbia
A leaderless student movement in Serbia is challenging President Aleksandar Vučić’s 12-year political dominance in parliamentary elections, galvanized by a 2024 railway station collapse that killed 16 people.
Marco Rubio: Did domestic pressure make US secretary of state visit an Indian port town?
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited India’s Jamnagar port town, skipping the capital Delhi, with analysts suggesting domestic fuel price concerns ahead of midterm elections drove the focus on Reliance’s major oil refinery.
Macron says deadly shooting near Paris is a ‘racist terrorist attack’
A shooting in the Paris suburbs killed one person and injured five others. French President Emmanuel Macron labeled the attack a “racist terrorist attack” targeting people of migrant origin.
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Trump administration sued over threat to deploy federal law enforcement at voting sites
Civil rights groups sued the Trump administration Friday, alleging threats to deploy federal law enforcement at polling sites violate the Voting Rights Act’s voter intimidation prohibitions ahead of November midterm elections.
RFK Jr promises anti-vaxxers a ‘friend at the White House’ amid deadly measles outbreak
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., now serving as Health and Human Services secretary, addressed an anti-vaccine conference, pledging support for vaccine skeptics as a deadly measles outbreak continues to spread across the country.
Trump officials move to dismantle key protection for US endangered species
The Trump administration reinterpreted the Endangered Species Act to exclude unintentional harm from endangered species protections, potentially affecting over 1,600 species.
Trump officials sending undocumented children to Texas sparks fears of mass deportation
The Trump administration is directing most undocumented children in immigration proceedings to Texas facilities with minimal legal representation, sparking concerns from advocates about potential mass deportations.
Trump threatens EU with tariffs over membership offer to Canada | First Thing
Trump threatened the EU with “serious tariffs” after European Commission President von der Leyen invited Canada to become an associate member, calling the idea “laughable.”
FBI warned ICE agents could be targeted by fake ‘tradwife’ dating profiles, memo reveals
The FBI warned law enforcement that women were creating fake dating profiles with “tradwife” aesthetics to lure immigration agents and publicly expose their identities online.
Trump arch could have ‘adverse effects’ on nearby monuments but will proceed, report says
A planned 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington DC will likely harm nearby historic sites, according to the National Park Service, but construction is expected to proceed despite concerns from preservationists and veterans.
House Republican releases campaign ad critical of Trump’s immigration policies
A Republican congresswoman from Florida released a campaign ad criticizing Trump’s immigration enforcement efforts, citing data showing many detainees lack criminal records as the midterm elections approach.
White House withdraws nomination of ex-state trooper Lance Schroyer to head ICE
The White House has withdrawn its nomination of Lance Schroyer, a former Oklahoma state trooper with no ICE experience, to lead Immigration and Customs Enforcement less than three months after announcing the position.
Judge orders Trump administration to give 30 days’ notice before moving to demolish Kennedy Center
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to provide 30 days’ notice before any demolition of the Kennedy Center, following the president’s comments about the building being “ripped down.”
Houthis appear to target Mecca as House votes to end Trump’s war on Iran | First Thing
Saudi Arabia’s air defenses destroyed a Houthi drone near Mecca as the US House voted again to end the war in Iran, with a budget report showing the conflict has cost at least $38 billion.
Epstein survivors praise House panel over Leon Black contempt vote
The House oversight committee unanimously voted to recommend holding billionaire investor Leon Black in contempt for refusing to comply with subpoenas related to its Epstein investigation. Survivors praised the 41-0 vote as a signal that wealth cannot shield individuals from congressional accountability.
Exiled Nicaraguan journalist Luis Galeano detained by ICE in Florida
Exiled Nicaraguan journalist Luis Galeano, who fled government persecution and had a pending asylum application, was detained by ICE in Florida on his second day driving Lyft.
US government paid federal employees $9.5bn not to work amid Doge cuts – report
The US government paid federal workers $9.5 billion in paid administrative leave during 2025 as part of workforce reduction efforts, according to a Government Accountability Office report released this week.
House passes Russia sanctions, sending bill named for Lindsey Graham to Trump’s desk
The House passed a Russia sanctions bill with provisions targeting Russian officials, companies, and financial institutions supporting the Ukraine war, sending it to President Trump for consideration.
‘Pretend I’m on the ticket’: Trump hits campaign trail in bid to boost Republican hopes
Donald Trump campaigned in North Carolina for Republican Senate nominee Michael Whatley, urging voters to treat him as if he were on the ballot in the November elections.
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Target pensions or welfare, not banks, IMF tells John Healey
The IMF advised UK Chancellor John Healey to target pension and welfare spending cuts rather than implementing higher taxes on banks ahead of the budget later this month.
Microsoft pulls out of Nscale’s Essex AI data centre
Microsoft has withdrawn from its involvement in Nscale’s planned Essex AI data centre, though Nscale says it remains committed to the UK’s largest AI facility project.
Home sellers cut asking prices on 3,000 properties a day, says Rightmove
British home sellers reduced asking prices on over 3,000 properties daily in September, marking the highest monthly rate in 15 years, driven by market glut and unrealistic initial valuations.
Hampshire charities ‘busier than ever’ with furniture poverty
Charities across Hampshire report surging demand for furniture assistance, with approximately six million people in the UK lacking essential household items like beds and kitchen appliances.
Bereaved families could face ‘unjust’ tax bill after civil service pension delays
Bereaved families awaiting delayed civil service pension payouts risk facing tax bills on death benefits if payments exceed a two-year window, prompting warnings of “unjust” financial penalties.
Chancellor rejects calls to raise Capital Gains Tax in Budget
Chancellor John Healey has rejected calls from Labour MPs to increase Capital Gains Tax, citing concerns that higher rates could prompt wealthy individuals to relocate or defer asset sales.
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An undercover Google analyst infiltrated a notorious supply-chain hacking gang
Google’s threat intelligence team infiltrated the hacker group TeamPCP with an undercover analyst, allowing the company to monitor attacks from inside and alert victims before two alleged members were arrested in Australia.
IT mistake erases 11 years of viewing history for hospitals’ maternity records
A technical error at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust caused deletion of maternity viewing records spanning 11 years, though patient care data was recovered. The incident occurs amid a broader investigation into systemic failings in the hospital’s maternity department.
Your uncle’s frozen Mac says it’s infected after viewing a Google ad. Now what?
Researchers discovered a sophisticated tech support scam using Google ads to freeze Windows and Mac screens with fake infection warnings, directing users to call fraudulent support centers.
Attackers have been exploiting critical Zimbra flaw to steal emails
Attackers have been exploiting a critical Zimbra flaw allowing remote command injection to steal email backups and authentication credentials from vulnerable organizations, Microsoft warned.
Companies rushed in on AI. Now some are pulling back
Major companies including Meta, Microsoft, and Walmart are scaling back aggressive AI adoption after encountering widespread technical errors, security risks, and minimal productivity gains from rapid implementation.
Use of AI in job interviews on the rise – but UK recruiters say they can spot the cheats
UK recruiters report a sharp rise in candidates using AI during job interviews, with 66% of major employers confirming unauthorized AI use in assessments, but say deceptive tactics are easily detectable.
Uber begins self-driving robotaxi trial in Manchester
Uber has launched a self-driving robotaxi trial in Manchester using technology from partner firms Pony and Verne, following the company’s recent autonomous vehicle launch in Zagreb.
Palantir and Sadiq Khan drop legal battle over Met contract
Palantir and London Mayor Sadiq Khan have withdrawn their legal dispute over a Metropolitan Police contract, canceling a January court trial and agreeing to settle allegations against each other.
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Europe’s Power Demand Returns to Growth
European electricity demand is growing for the first time in years, driven by rising electrification rates and data center expansion amid the continent’s energy transition and AI boom.
Mexico Poised to Approve $12.5 Billion in Renewable Energy Projects
Mexico’s state power utility is set to approve up to 60 renewable energy projects worth $12.5 billion, adding 8.2 GW of generation capacity toward the country’s 2030 energy expansion goals.
Petrobras’ Deepwater Push Sets Off a Race for Offshore Vessels
Brazil’s offshore oil boom is driving demand for support vessels that far exceeds available supply, creating a lucrative market opportunity for international operators and shipbuilders amid Petrobras’ deepwater expansion.
Scrap windfall tax on oil and gas firms early, North Sea industry urges
The North Sea oil and gas industry is pressing Labour to scrap the windfall tax on fossil fuel firms by 2027, three years ahead of schedule, amid rising winter energy bills.
Fossil fuel advertising contracts at all-time high in 2026
Fossil fuel companies maintain record advertising contracts with agencies in 2026, with 1,321 active agreements focused on portraying oil and gas as essential to economic security and cultural identity.
What is Burnham’s GB Grid plan and could it bring down energy bills?
Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced plans for Great British Grid, a government-backed entity designed to increase competition in electricity infrastructure investment and lower energy costs for consumers and businesses across Britain.
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The clues that hint our planet might be heating faster than we realised
Scientists believe declining sulphur pollution from clean-air policies is removing a cooling effect, slightly accelerating global warming alongside rising carbon dioxide emissions.
Cloudy with a chance of moths: bogong swarms are bamboozling weather radars across NSW
Bogong moth swarms migrating across New South Wales are being detected by weather radars designed to track rain, creating false precipitation readings on meteorological systems.
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DOJ Targets William & Mary in Latest Admissions Investigation
The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating William & Mary for potential race-based discrimination in scholarship distribution and benefit programs, announcing the probe Monday.
Under UT’s New Core Curriculum, Faculty Are Limited
University of Texas at Austin approved a revised core curriculum reducing general education requirements from 42 to 36 credits, emphasizing humanities while streamlining STEM coursework and adding a Western civilization requirement.
As fewer young people choose college, this district wants to ensure they have career options
Niagara Falls High School is expanding career pathway programs as fewer students pursue college, offering construction, business, and other trade-focused education to prepare graduates for immediate workforce entry.
UK’s first ‘super-university’, merging Greenwich and Kent, to launch in September
The UK’s first “super-university” merging Greenwich and Kent universities will launch in September, creating the third largest higher education institution with over 50,000 students across four campuses.
University of Greater Manchester ends contract of embattled vice-chancellor
The University of Greater Manchester has terminated its vice-chancellor George Holmes’s contract following investigations into financial mismanagement and misconduct allegations that led to his suspension last year.
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