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Trump ordered to answer questions under oath in BBC lawsuit
A US judge ordered President Trump to provide sworn testimony by December 11 in his defamation lawsuit against the BBC over a Panorama episode featuring edited portions of a Capitol speech.
‘This is despicable’: Amy Acton responds to Ohio attack ad
Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton condemned a campaign attack ad from Republican opponent Vivek Ramaswamy featuring her estranged mother, calling it “despicable” ahead of the 3 November election.
Germany target of ‘intensive’ espionage, Merz says after suspected Russian spy arrest
Germany’s chancellor stated the nation faces intensive espionage after a Ukrainian suspect was arrested for allegedly gathering military intelligence for Russia, warning of persistent Russian intelligence activity.
‘Looksmaxxing’ influencer Clavicular pleads not guilty to rape charge
Clavicular, a ‘looksmaxxing’ influencer with over a million social media followers, pleaded not guilty to rape and related charges stemming from an alleged 2025 incident involving a minor.
Europe stands by Ukraine – but how long can that last?
European leaders pledge continued support for Ukraine as US backing weakens, yet analysts warn that upcoming elections across major EU nations could fragment continental support for Kyiv’s defense efforts.
Indian court orders release of two leaders of Cockroach movement
An Indian court ordered the release of two leaders of the Cockroach movement who were jailed amid a state crackdown on youth-led protests challenging electoral roll manipulation.
Oil facilities hit in deadly overnight attack on St Petersburg
An overnight attack on St Petersburg struck two oil facilities and other infrastructure, killing at least one person and injuring five, amid escalating strikes between Russia and Ukraine.
Guardian reporter filmed masked militants seconds before West Bank attack on French mayor
Israeli masked militants attacked European diplomats and a French mayor harvesting olives in the occupied West Bank, with Prime Minister Netanyahu questioning the account rather than pledging accountability.
EU tariffs aimed at China hitting Ukraine, steel boss says
Ukraine’s largest steel company boss says EU tariffs aimed at China unfairly hit Ukrainian exports, requesting exemptions as the industry faces Russian bombardment and reduced market access.
Kinship and surveillance: The return of Somali piracy
Somali piracy has surged since late April 2026, with fishing communities in Bander Beyla facing severe restrictions, arrests, and surveillance amid efforts to disrupt land-based support networks.
Lula and Bolsonaro spar in Brazil’s fiery first presidential run-off debate
Brazil’s President Lula and right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro engaged in a heated first debate, exchanging personal attacks and clashing over corruption, security, and healthcare a week before the presidential run-off election.
Monday briefing: What you need to know about a weekend of ‘chaos’ in France
France experienced a weekend of mass protests and riots that left cities damaged and resulted in thousands of arrests, prompting President Macron to condemn the violence in a televised address.
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Trump administration pushing to hand parcel of Yosemite land to private developer – report
The Trump administration is reportedly exploring whether to transfer a parcel of Yosemite National Park land to a Nevada-based private developer, according to documents and sources cited by news outlets.
Alaska approves New Amalga mine access road after major opposition
Alaska has approved the first segment of an access road for a mining company’s project after nearly 90% of public comments opposed it, citing environmental and recreation concerns.
National Park Service backs Trump’s arch, despite its impact on Washington’s sightline
The National Park Service released a report supporting President Trump’s proposed 250-foot arch near Memorial Bridge, despite acknowledging it would disrupt sightlines between major Washington monuments.
Virginia removes three Confederate memorials
Virginia removed three Confederate memorials from Capitol Square on Friday, completing legislative action ordered during the 2026 session to distance the state from its Confederate past.
FBI no longer treating an applicant’s experience with prostitution as automatic bar against hiring
The FBI is eliminating an automatic hiring ban for applicants with past prostitution encounters, instead evaluating such cases individually while maintaining specific disqualifying criteria.
Federal government extends pause on Big Bend National Park border construction until mid-September
A federal court extended a pause on border construction in Big Bend National Park until mid-September, as legal challenges to the project proceed on environmental and religious freedom grounds.
Trump says he will observe the 25th anniversary of 9/11 at the Pentagon
President Trump will observe the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks at the Pentagon, while Vice President Vance attends the New York ceremony and other officials visit Shanksville, Pennsylvania.
Los Angeles fire survivors face record wait for federal disaster aid under Trump
Los Angeles fire survivors have faced nearly 600 days without over $15 billion in federal long-term recovery funds, setting a record delay under the Trump administration, while thousands remain displaced and struggling to rebuild.
Trump used to say he saw a quick end to his Iran war, but 6 months later he claims he’s in no hurry
President Trump, who promised a quick end to the U.S.-Israel war against Iran, says he is now “not in a hurry” to conclude the conflict as it reaches the six-month mark.
In AP interview, Attorney General Todd Blanche defends his record as political pressure mounts
Attorney General Todd Blanche, Trump’s former personal lawyer, faces pressure to balance the president’s demands with prosecutorial duties as politically sensitive investigations mount under his watch.
Democrats and Republicans draw battle lines for November’s general election with primaries ending
As primary season ends, Democrats emphasize economic concerns like fuel and healthcare costs, while Republicans focus messaging on the rise of democratic socialists within the Democratic Party ahead of November’s general election.
President Donald Trump loses again in bid to erase his hush money conviction
A federal judge rejected President Donald Trump’s third attempt to move his hush money conviction to federal court on immunity grounds, saying his reasons were neither new nor legally sufficient.
Trial date set for four men accused of involvement in 9/11 plot
A trial date of June 5, 2028, has been set for four men held at Guantánamo Bay, including Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, accused in the 9/11 attacks.
West Point’s only climate scientist fired after continuing to teach human causes of climate change
West Point fired its only climate scientist after he refused to stop teaching about human-caused climate change, according to a lawsuit claiming violation of academic freedom rights.
US Postal Service says new mail ballot rules tied to Trump order are in effect
The US Postal Service announced new mail-in voting requirements stemming from a Trump executive order are now in effect, prompting immediate legal challenges from multiple states.
Trump’s war on Iran is rapidly draining US navy budget, documents and interviews reveal
The US Navy faces severe budget shortfalls due to costs associated with military operations against Iran, forcing transfers from payroll and maintenance accounts, according to Pentagon documents and defense officials.
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It’s taking longer to find a new job after losing one
Job seekers face longer waits to find employment as U.S. hiring slows, with some exhausting unemployment benefits before securing new positions.
Three things we’ve learnt about the UK economy from the IMF
The IMF upgraded its 2026 UK economic growth forecast to 1.3%, citing resilience amid global disruptions, while noting the country has the lowest projected borrowing among G7 nations by 2031.
Airport attacks put aviation in crosshairs of geopolitical conflicts
Deadly attacks on Saudi Arabia’s airport are highlighting how Middle East conflicts are disrupting air travel, forcing airlines to cancel flights and reroute operations across the region.
United Airlines is making it harder to reach its top frequent flyer status in 2027
United Airlines is eliminating segment-based qualification for elite frequent flyer status starting January 1, raising the Premier 1K tier requirement from 28,000 to 32,000 qualifying points.
Royal Mail: Hundreds of staff quitting each week under new efficiency plans
Royal Mail reports about 400 postal workers are leaving per week following the introduction of a new delivery system earlier this year, with union leaders warning of service problems in hundreds of offices.
Bank of America fined $1.2bn over failing to stop money laundering
Bank of America faces $1.2 billion fine from US Treasury for failing to detect money laundering and report over $5 billion in suspicious transactions to authorities.
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Microsoft disrupts AI-assisted platform that compromised 12,000 accounts
Microsoft disrupted EvilTokens, a subscription-based platform that used AI to compromise 12,000 Microsoft accounts across 10,000 organizations worldwide over several months.
Your uncle’s frozen Mac says it’s infected after viewing a Google ad. Now what?
Researchers discovered Google ads delivering a tech support scam that freezes device screens with fake security warnings, directing users to call fraudulent support centers for payment or personal information.
Cloudflare plans to issue quantum-safe TLS certificates
Cloudflare announced plans to issue quantum-safe TLS certificates using Merkle Tree technology, aiming to secure website authentication against potential quantum computer attacks.
Hacks of 2 federal agencies in a month have spilled a bonanza of sensitive data
The Pentagon revealed that hackers stole personnel records of over 2 million military members containing Social Security numbers and occupational details. This marks the second major federal breach this month.
Apple changes full-disk access permissions to curb abuse from AI agents
Apple is modifying macOS privacy settings to prevent third-party app developers from misusing full-disk access permissions to read user messages and other sensitive data, following a controversy involving Meta’s AI agent Muse.
California’s new laws target workers’ biggest fear of AI taking their jobs
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed new laws Thursday restricting employers from using AI to decide firings, monitor emotions, or collect neural data, addressing worker concerns about job displacement and surveillance.
ChatGPT for Teens is an ‘unacceptable risk,’ says Common Sense Media
Common Sense Media has labeled OpenAI’s ChatGPT for Teens an “unacceptable risk,” citing failures in parental alerts and crisis response despite the feature’s teen-focused safeguards.
Italy PM Giorgia Meloni files to protect her voice from AI deepfakes
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has filed to trademark her voice with the EU Intellectual Property Office to protect against unauthorized AI deepfakes, following similar moves by celebrities.
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EU Reaches Agreement With China To Reduce The Import Of Plug-In Hybrids By Half
The EU and China agreed to reduce Chinese plug-in hybrid vehicle exports by half over four years, with China also reducing tariffs on European goods worth approximately €4 billion annually.
Inside The Secret Russian-Iranian Military-Energy-Pipeline Laundering Machine
The EU is reportedly exploiting pipeline loopholes to continue importing Russian and Iranian oil despite sanctions deadlines set for 2027, using Kazakhstan as a cover for a military-energy swap between Moscow and Tehran.
Energy Stocks Soared in Q3 as Fuel Markets Tightened
Energy stocks surged 16.5% in Q3 2026, led by refiners that gained over 50% as global fuel markets tightened amid refining capacity disruptions in Russia and the Middle East.
Trump’s Grid Security Order Could Backfire on America’s AI Boom
A Trump administration executive order targeting Chinese equipment in the US power grid may disrupt battery storage supply chains rather than transformers, according to energy analysis.
Crude oil exports from strait of Hormuz largely return to pre-war levels
Crude oil exports from the Strait of Hormuz have recovered to pre-war levels through alternative transport methods including pipelines and ship-to-ship transfers, though refined product shipments remain severely constrained.
Strikes by North Sea oil workers could ‘severely disrupt’ UK fuel supplies
North Sea oil workers plan to strike later this month over pay disputes with Apache, potentially disrupting UK fuel supplies and affecting critical offshore platforms and the Forties pipeline system.
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Experts: How are climate scientists using artificial intelligence?
Climate scientists are increasingly deploying artificial intelligence across weather forecasting, satellite image analysis, and climate modeling to accelerate research, though challenges including data limitations and energy consumption persist.
Almost every shallow-water coral reef on the planet faces ecosystem collapse by 2075, UN advisors say
Nearly all shallow-water coral reefs globally, including the Great Barrier Reef, face high ecosystem collapse risk by 2075 due to global heating, according to UN nature advisers.
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Immigration Enforcement Takes Heavy Emotional Toll on K-12 Educators
A new research report finds that increased immigration enforcement in communities has taken a significant emotional toll on K-12 educators, who report witnessing enrollment declines and heightened student anxiety.
Parents of baby girl killed at nursery fear unsafe sleeping ‘rife’ in sector across England
Parents of a nine-month-old who died at a nursery in an unsafe sleeping position fear poor practices may be widespread across English childcare facilities, prompting new regulatory changes.
Trump Admin. Moves to Dismantle Head Start Quality Standards
The Trump administration proposed dismantling federal Head Start quality standards including teacher-ratio requirements and family services, drawing immediate criticism from early childhood advocates.
Pilot scheme in England to convert empty classrooms into community hubs
England is launching a pilot scheme to convert unused school classrooms into community facilities like youth clubs and health centers, addressing declining pupil enrollment.
‘Without this it’s all just tourists’: the fight to save Soho’s last primary school
Soho Parish C of E Primary School, the last remaining primary school in an area that once had 16, faces closure due to declining enrollment and financial pressures following the pandemic.
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