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Robert Kabera: Critic of Rwandan President Paul Kagame found beheaded in Uganda
Robert Kabera, a 50-year-old Rwandan army sergeant and critic of President Paul Kagame, was found beheaded in Uganda over the weekend. His head remains missing, and authorities are investigating the killing.
Albania accused of rushing through Trump-linked resort in formerly protected landscape
Albanian officials face criticism for expedited approval of a Trump-linked luxury resort in a protected coastal area, spurring large-scale student protests and violent clashes with police in the capital.
Catalonia’s former rebel president can return to Spain, court rules
Spain’s Supreme Court ruled former Catalan president Carles Puigdemont can return without arrest, ending a legal battle over his 2017 independence referendum leadership.
Ebola cases in Kenya highlight US failures amid Trump cuts to key services
An eighth person in Kenya has tested positive for Ebola in the country’s first cluster, highlighting reduced US global health support and a controversial quarantine center that has fueled local distrust.
US airman dies as daredevil descent goes wrong before Texas college football game
A US Air Force sergeant died after falling during an abseiling descent from the ceiling of a Texas stadium before a college football game on Saturday.
In pictures: French landmarks damaged and destroyed by violent protesters
French landmarks suffered significant damage during weekend protests over fuel prices and living costs, with some rioters destroying shops, vandalizing iconic monuments, and setting fires to government buildings.
Why Sri Lanka’s Rajapaksas are being investigated for corruption and crimes
Sri Lanka’s Rajapaksa family faces multiple corruption investigations following their 2022 political downfall, including arrests of former President Mahinda’s wife and son on bribery and misuse charges.
How Israel’s ‘Yellow Line’ is reshaping southern Lebanon
Israel continues to occupy and demolish homes in southern Lebanon despite a June framework agreement aimed at withdrawal, displacing over 1.2 million people and destroying approximately 50 villages.
Tensions with teachers, pupils and Turkiye: Inside Azerbaijan’s hijab row
Azerbaijan’s new rules banning hijabs in public schools have sparked tensions among teachers, students, and international observers, with disputes over secularism versus religious freedom in education.
Trump says oil, gas and mineral exploration to begin in Greenland
President Trump announced that major exploration for oil, gas, and minerals will begin in Greenland, characterizing the Arctic island as holding some of the world’s largest easily extractable oil reserves.
How do Iranians move money abroad to avoid US sanctions?
Facing severe international sanctions, Iranians have turned to informal currency exchanges, intermediaries, cryptocurrency, and private arrangements to move money abroad, each method carrying significant risks and costs.
These workers help train robots who could one day steal their jobs
Indian textile workers are being equipped with cameras to record their movements for training AI robots, often without their knowledge or consent, raising concerns about labor exploitation and job displacement.
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Trump says he views strait of Hormuz as ‘American territory’
Donald Trump says he views the Strait of Hormuz as “an American territory” while the US maintains a military blockade of Iran’s shipping and ports during an ongoing conflict.
Trump appears on former fixer-turned-enemy Michael Cohen’s radio show after detente
President Trump appeared on former fixer Michael Cohen’s radio show in a surprising public reconciliation, marking a dramatic reversal of their adversarial relationship that included Cohen’s testimony against Trump in criminal proceedings.
Trump warns of ‘economic D-Day’ against Iran, but Tehran is well acquainted with sanctions
The Trump administration is pursuing an “economic D-Day” sanctions campaign against Iran as the six-month-old war continues. The effort aims to force Tehran to abandon its nuclear program and reopen shipping routes, though Iran says it has endured decades of similar pressure.
He has a work permit, a coffee shop – and an ICE ankle monitor: ‘Is this America?’
A Saudi Arabian asylum seeker with a valid work permit and local coffee business was arrested by ICE in February and now wears an ankle monitor while his deportation case proceeds.
JD Vance reportedly mocks Carney for trying to ‘out-tough’ Trump on trade
Leaked audio captures US Vice President JD Vance mocking Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney for attempting to negotiate aggressively on trade while ultimately making concessions on alcohol sales.
Trump faces backlash over reports US navy carrier could be named after him instead of Black war hero
Reports indicate the Trump administration may rename a planned aircraft carrier from the USS Doris Miller, honoring a decorated Black World War II sailor, to carry Trump’s name, drawing criticism from military advocates and civil rights groups.
Texas slashes $50m judgment against Alex Jones over false claim Sandy Hook shooting was hoax
A Texas appeals court reduced a $50 million judgment against Infowars founder Alex Jones to $1.5 million over false claims about the Sandy Hook shooting, though a larger Connecticut judgment remains unchanged.
First deportation flight lands in Haiti after TPS suspension
The first deportation flight carrying over 160 Haitian nationals landed in Haiti following the US Supreme Court’s decision upholding the Trump administration’s power to terminate Temporary Protected Status for 350,000 individuals.
Arizona AG declines to charge Gov. Katie Hobbs over pay-to-play allegations
Arizona’s attorney general declined to press criminal charges against Gov. Katie Hobbs over allegations she granted favorable treatment to a company that donated $100,000 to her inaugural fund, citing insufficient evidence of bribery.
Experts raise alarm over Trump’s public consultation on vaccines policy
The Trump administration is soliciting public input on vaccine recommendation categories, prompting health experts to raise concerns about potential access barriers and the involvement of a known vaccine skeptic.
Democratic socialist Angie Nixon won Tuesday’s primary in Florida. Can she win in November?
Florida Democratic voters nominated state Rep. Angie Nixon, a democratic socialist, over moderate Alex Vindman in Tuesday’s primary, setting up a challenge to Republican Sen. Ashley Moody in November.
Trump picks Dr. Heidi Overton, a top White House aide, to lead the Food and Drug Administration
President Trump has nominated Dr. Heidi Overton, a White House aide and medical doctor, to lead the FDA, pending Senate confirmation. Overton would oversee competing priorities including vaccine policy, drug pricing and abortion pill access.
From McDonald’s to Congress: can a former fry cook flip a key district for Democrats?
A former McDonald’s fry cook and current Colorado state legislator is running as the Democratic nominee to flip the state’s eighth congressional district, a swing seat held by Republican Gabe Evans.
Stars and Stripes publisher could be fired before planned retirement, sources say
The publisher of Stars and Stripes may face dismissal before his planned retirement next month, according to reports, following the military outlet’s coverage of conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.
White House faces questions over security clearance for top Trump aide Natalie Harp
The White House faced scrutiny after reports that President Trump’s executive assistant Natalie Harp worked at the White House for a year without a security clearance, which critics say raises national security concerns.
Investigators examining foes of Trump seek interviews related to Mar-a-Lago search, AP sources say
Justice Department investigators have sought interviews with law enforcement officials regarding the 2022 FBI search of Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate as part of a Florida-based inquiry examining alleged conspiracy against the Republican president.
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China agrees to ‘halve’ hybrid car exports to EU in landmark deal
The EU and China have reached a landmark trade deal to reduce Chinese hybrid car exports to Europe by more than half over the next four years, addressing concerns about job losses and import competition.
Trump establishes committee to investigate Fed governor Lisa Cook
Trump establishes a committee to investigate Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook over mortgage fraud allegations, scheduling a November 5 hearing despite a June Supreme Court ruling that her earlier firing was unconstitutional.
Boots has a new owner: Three ways it could affect you
Boots has been acquired by Wittington Investments, the holding company of the wealthy Canadian Weston family, in an £7bn deal this week, potentially reshaping the UK pharmacy and beauty retailer’s store portfolio and services.
‘Our town is making jeans again’: meet the firm reviving jobs and skills in Wales
A Welsh denim manufacturer is reviving jeans-making skills in Cardigan, a small coastal town that once hosted Britain’s largest jeans factory before production moved overseas in the early 2000s.
From BJ’s to Lululemon, retailers are trimming assortments to boost business
Major retailers including BJ’s, Lululemon, and Under Armour are reducing product assortments to improve profitability and reduce excess inventory as consumer spending slows.
Private capital is reshaping Hollywood moviemaking
Private investors are increasingly funding independent films in Hollywood, with companies like Camelback Productions backing projects that traditional studios might reject, reshaping the industry’s financing and storytelling landscape.
Technology In The News
How AI could ‘supercharge’ election risks across south-east Asia
Anthropic revealed how Claude AI was used in a Malaysian political influence operation involving 1,000 fake social media accounts and a fabricated news outlet, raising concerns about AI-enabled election interference across south-east Asia.
Vivo’s X Fold 6 accidentally feels like a throwback
Vivo’s X Fold 6 launches globally with large camera sensors and a 6,900mAh battery, but its size and aspect ratio resemble older foldable designs rather than recent Samsung and Apple models.
AI chatbots remove hijabs from images of Muslim women when prompted
AI chatbots including ChatGPT and Grok comply when asked to remove hijabs from images of Muslim women, raising concerns about technology-enabled religious targeting and harassment.
Lemmo’s fancy e-bike is one of the first with a semi-solid state battery
Lemmo unveiled its first cargo bike, the Lemmo 3, featuring a semi-solid state battery that offers improved safety, range, and longevity compared to traditional lithium-ion batteries.
Huawei made a whole camera to attach to its latest phone
Huawei has developed the Ruiying Z10, a detachable zoom lens with its own 50-megapixel sensor for its flagship Mate 90 Pro Max phone, enabling significantly enhanced photographic capabilities.
“Trust, not features, is the real deficit”: VMware tries to appease SMBs
Broadcom admits overemphasizing VMware Cloud Foundation, pricing out small-to-medium businesses. The company plans to release an updated vSphere Standard edition to address affordability concerns among SMBs.
Why this month’s Microsoft patch release is a doozy
Microsoft released a record 972 security patches this month, including 112 critical vulnerabilities, as the industry braces for expected AI-assisted attacks.
ClickFix attacks infecting PCs and Macs are going viral
ClickFix attacks, which trick users into running malicious commands, have become mainstream across Windows and Mac systems, with even state-sponsored groups now using the technique widely.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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LNG Shipments Through Hormuz Hit Highest Level Since Iran War Began
Liquid natural gas shipments through the Strait of Hormuz reached their highest monthly volume since the Iran war began, but remain significantly below pre-war levels.
Dated Brent Above $120 Signals a Serious Oil Squeeze
Physical oil markets have tightened significantly as Dated Brent crude surges above $120 per barrel, contrasting with a decline in ICE Brent futures toward $101, signaling underlying market strain.
U.S. Oil Drilling Inches Up As Prices Fall
U.S. oil drilling activity increased modestly with 456 active oil rigs, up 34 from a year earlier, as crude oil production rose and oil prices declined.
Sierra Club Statement on FERC Decision Rejecting Centralia Coal Plant Cost-Recovery Plan
FERC rejected TransAlta’s cost-recovery plan for the Centralia coal plant, blocking ratepayers from funding expenses tied to the Trump administration’s emergency orders keeping the retired facility operational.
APS Wants to Resuscitate Four Corners Coal Plant Already Slated for Closure
Arizona Public Service extended its coal supply contract with Navajo Transitional Energy Co., allowing the Four Corners Plant to operate until 2038 instead of the previously planned 2031 closure date.
UK’s small power plants face higher cyber risk into 2030s despite Iran-linked hack
Britain’s smallest power plants face elevated cyber-attack risks until the 2030s despite an Iran-linked hack that shut down a gas facility for four days last month.
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Guest post: Greenland ice sheet shrinks for 30th year in a row
Greenland’s ice sheet has experienced its 30th consecutive year of net ice loss, shedding approximately 135 billion tonnes over the 12-month period ending August 2026.
Trump’s EPA is letting America’s leakiest oil and gas companies off the hook
The Trump administration is rolling back Biden-era methane regulations on oil and gas operations, citing economic benefits while environmental groups warn of increased climate and air pollution impacts.
Education In The News
‘Without this it’s all just tourists’: the fight to save Soho’s last primary school
Soho Parish Church of England Primary, the last remaining school in an area that once had 16, faces closure due to falling enrollment in the heart of London’s entertainment district.
The island without child care for babies
Kauaʻi, Hawaii’s only major island without center-based infant and toddler care for most of the past 15 years, faces a severe child care crisis that forces many parents to leave jobs or the island entirely.
As fewer young people choose college, this district wants to ensure they have career options
Niagara Falls High School is expanding career education pathways as fewer students pursue college, with programs ranging from construction to human services designed to prepare graduates for workforce entry.
Adults have struggled to set rules for AI in school. These teens figured it out
Ninety-eight high school students from all 50 states gathered at a Senate chamber replica to draft AI policies for schools, passing the Students First Act after weekend negotiations—work Congress has largely failed to accomplish.
Cornell Bans Processing Wild Animals in Communal Kitchens
Cornell University has banned students from processing wild animals in communal campus kitchens, following an incident where two students butchered a black bear in a residential hall last year.
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