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Meta told to pay another $567m in New Mexico child safety lawsuit
A New Mexico judge ordered Meta to pay $567 million for failing to warn the public about child safety dangers on its platforms, bringing total fines in the case to $942 million.
Sudan’s invisible children – born in war with no legal identity
A 17-year-old Sudanese girl unable to register her son’s birth after being raped during the civil war now faces barriers accessing healthcare, education, and legal recognition for her child.
Trump imposes 15% tariff on key chip material to counter China
President Trump signed an executive order imposing a 15% tariff on imported polysilicon, a key semiconductor material, along with minimum import prices to protect US manufacturers from Chinese competition.
Two people convicted in relation to death of French streamer
Two people in France have been convicted of aggravated violence related to the death of a streamer known for extreme challenges. Both received suspended sentences and fines.
Ukraine war briefing: We will build missiles the way we built drones – Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy seeks concrete results by year-end on anti-ballistic missile development and offensive ballistic weapons capabilities as civilian casualties mount from Russian attacks.
Australian aviation crew carries out daring midwinter Antarctica rescue
An Australian aviation crew completed a midwinter rescue mission in Antarctica on July 31, evacuating a US expedition member from McMurdo Station in extreme darkness and -43°C temperatures.
‘No red line’: South Lebanon residents outraged as Israel resumes strikes
Israel has resumed military strikes in southern Lebanon and issued forced evacuation orders, with residents expressing anger as ongoing ceasefire negotiations continue between Lebanese and Israeli officials.
Doge overstated claims to have saved Americans $110bn, watchdog finds
A government watchdog found that the Department of Government Efficiency overstated savings claims, with many lacking supporting evidence or relying on unverifiable calculation methods.
After the floods, hunger: Mozambique’s second disaster
Months after devastating floods swept through Mozambique, survivors face a second crisis as food prices surge and agricultural livelihoods collapse across affected provinces.
Brazil formally accuses 16 people over 2024 Voepass deadly plane crash
Brazil’s federal police have formally accused 16 current and former Voepass airline employees in connection with an August 2024 crash that killed 62 people, citing negligence and maintenance failures.
Israeli raid in West Bank’s Qalandiya injures 51 Palestinians
An Israeli raid in the Qalandiya refugee camp in the occupied West Bank injured at least 51 Palestinians on Thursday, with forces demolishing shops and imposing curfews on nearby areas.
Houthi strikes kill dozens in Yemen, officials say, as Saudi Arabia warns of further attacks
Houthi attacks on Yemeni military camps killed at least 30 troops on Thursday, while the Iran-aligned group also targeted Saudi civilian areas, escalating tensions in the Middle East conflict.
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Fauci’s decision to invoke the Fifth Amendment tees up a legal debate and a contempt vote
Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment before a Republican-led Senate committee investigating his COVID-19 pandemic response, prompting a contempt vote and raising legal questions about pardon protections.
AP Exclusive: Trump’s immigration crackdown has detained more than 50 military spouses and parents
The Trump administration has detained more than 50 parents and spouses of active-duty military members since taking office, reversing longstanding bipartisan protections for military families as part of its immigration enforcement efforts.
House Democrats add 12 solidly Trump districts to their midterm election target list
House Democrats have expanded their midterm targets to 58 Republican-held seats, including a dozen districts that Trump won decisively, betting on voter frustration over the economy and foreign policy.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Tennessee’s state primary
Tennessee voters will choose Republican nominees for governor and a Memphis-area congressional seat on Thursday, with the gubernatorial race featuring U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn and U.S. Rep. John Rose.
Republican Chuck Edwards drops bid for re-election after report finding sexual harassment of staffers
Republican North Carolina Rep. Chuck Edwards withdrew from his re-election campaign after a House ethics committee found he fostered a hostile work environment and sexually harassed two young female staffers.
FAA investigates air ‘safety incident’ involving Trump’s helicopter
The FAA is investigating a safety incident involving President Trump’s Marine One helicopter that came closer than permitted to a commercial jet over Washington DC on Tuesday.
Trump administration targets children amid push to ‘deport at all costs’
A federal lawsuit alleges the Trump administration is deliberately targeting unaccompanied immigrant children for rapid deportation despite many qualifying for legal protection under existing law.
Progressive climate organizer William Lawrence wins Michigan Democratic House primary
William Lawrence, a co-founder of the Sunrise Movement climate organization, won Michigan’s 7th District Democratic primary with a focus on opposing datacenter development and securing progressive endorsements.
Michigan nominates first trans woman for state legislature
Joanna Whaley, a former megachurch pastor, won a Democratic primary in Michigan on Tuesday, becoming the first transgender woman nominated for the state legislature in the state.
No evidence? No problem. Trump pushes ahead on false claims that Reflecting Pool was vandalized
President Trump claims the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was vandalized, but the U.S. attorney for D.C. dropped charges against a suspect, stating damage resulted from poor construction work instead.
Crews remove the granite seal on the White House helipad, signaling potential project delays
Construction crews dismantled the granite presidential seal from the White House helipad under construction, suggesting potential project delays, though officials characterized the work as part of ongoing improvements.
US to shut five consulates as critics fear China could fill diplomatic vacuum
The US State Department plans to close five foreign consulates across Asia, Africa, and North America, with critics warning China could exploit the resulting diplomatic gaps in some regions.
Contractors building border wall ordered to stop drilling wells in drought-stricken New Mexico
The Trump administration ordered border wall construction crews to stop drilling wells in New Mexico after ranchers warned that groundwater extraction for concrete could threaten livestock during drought conditions.
Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general clears critical hurdle after deal with GOP holdouts
Todd Blanche’s nomination as attorney general advanced past a Senate committee vote after a deal with Republican holdouts addressed concerns about a compensation fund for Trump allies.
Trump is making a rare Western trip to to raise cash for Republicans and talk about the economy
President Trump is visiting California and Nevada to raise funds for Republicans and highlight economic and security contrasts with Democrats ahead of November congressional elections.
Trump administration reportedly drafting ban on Chinese datacenter components
The Trump administration is reportedly drafting a ban on US imports of new Chinese datacenter components, including optical transceivers, as officials work to address rapid AI development in China.
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Lucid begins ‘operational reset’ as CEO says EV maker will delay midsize vehicle
Lucid Group announced a delayed midsize vehicle launch to 2027 and began an ‘operational reset’ to improve cash flow by $1.4 billion amid leadership changes.
Saudi-led group completes $55bn purchase of gaming giant EA
A Saudi-led investment group led by Public Investment Fund has completed a $55 billion acquisition of video game company Electronic Arts, taking the company private in what is considered the largest leveraged buyout in history.
GM, Chinese automaker extend joint venture for 20 years despite geopolitical tensions with U.S.
General Motors and China’s SAIC Motor extended their Chinese joint venture for 20 years through 2047, focusing on domestic sales and international exports amid evolving market competition.
Bank battle: history suggests Burnham faces fight if he opts for windfall tax
UK banks reported £29.2bn in combined profits, reigniting calls for a windfall tax under Prime Minister Andy Burnham, though banking executives warn of potential economic consequences.
Next upgrades profit outlook again as it benefits from summer spending
Next upgraded its profit guidance for the third time this year, raising full-year expectations to £1.2bn as summer weather and international demand boosted sales performance.
Farmers warn shoppers face smaller and more expensive vegetables due to hot weather
UK farmers warn that exceptionally dry weather could produce the worst harvest on record, potentially leading to smaller vegetables and higher prices in supermarkets through shrinkflation.
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Sheetz is quitting VMware, migrating 11,000 virtual machines
Convenience store chain Sheetz is migrating approximately 11,000 virtual machines from VMware to StorMagic’s platform across its 838 locations, citing cost concerns and Broadcom’s subscription-based licensing model.
Microsoft unveils AI security tools it says outperform competing platforms
Microsoft introduced new AI security tools designed to identify and reduce security risks, claiming they outperform competing platforms at lower costs.
Atlassian tightens tracking of staff AI use as other technology firms encourage ‘tokenmaxxing’
Atlassian introduced monthly AI spending caps of up to $2,000 per employee, countering industry trends of unchecked AI usage as costs surge across tech companies.
Hackers steal sensitive data from UK Department for Education and police
Hackers stole over 740,000 pieces of data from the UK Department for Education and a police legal database, with a group called ExfilSquad demanding payment to prevent full release.
Max-severity Exchange server flaw under active exploitation by Kremlin hackers
Russian state hackers are exploiting a maximum-severity Microsoft Exchange Server vulnerability to install advanced malware through emails, with a sophisticated backdoor that persists even after credential rotation and system re-imaging.
China’s tech advances are causing chaos from Silicon Valley to the White House
China’s recent advances in artificial intelligence, chip manufacturing, and robotics have created tensions in Silicon Valley and prompted policy debates within the Trump administration over how to respond to competitive Chinese-made technologies.
‘More than just objects’: Australian booksellers raise alarm over ‘horrific’ destruction of rare titles to feed AI
Australian rare booksellers worry that generative AI companies are systematically destroying valuable physical books through intermediaries to train language models, threatening unique literary artifacts.
US water facilities targeted by ‘malicious cyber actors’ – who’s to blame?
Federal authorities warned of cyberattacks targeting water facilities in at least seven US states, with Minnesota reporting 30 affected systems. Officials suspect Iran is responsible, though the FBI has not formally attributed the attacks.
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Trump EPA Plan to Put Louisiana in Charge of Toxic Coal Ash Threatens Drinking Water
Environmental groups oppose Trump administration plans to transfer coal ash oversight to Louisiana, citing the state’s history of groundwater contamination and regulatory failures at multiple coal plants.
Middle East War Throws LNG’s Growth Story Into Doubt
Middle East conflict disrupts global liquefied natural gas supplies, causing prices to double since January and threatening long-term demand growth projections for the commodity.
Electric Mining Truck Uses Sodium-Ion Batteries
Hina Battery and Shaanxi Tonly Heavy Industries have developed what are reportedly the world’s first electric mining trucks, equipped with sodium-ion battery systems containing 676 kWh of storage capacity.
Eugene Clean Energy Fund Officially Qualifies for the November 2026 Ballot
Eugene voters will decide in November whether to impose a 2% fee on billion-dollar corporations to fund clean energy initiatives, after organizers gathered sufficient signatures to qualify the measure for the ballot.
European Countries Cut Tens of Billions of Euros of Fossil Fuel Imports from Wind & Solar Power Growth
European countries reduced fossil fuel imports by approximately €72 billion between 2022 and 2025 through expanded wind and solar power deployment following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Climate Change Is Rewriting Europe’s Nuclear Cooling Assumptions
European nuclear plants face increasing shutdown risk due to climate-driven heat and low water conditions, forcing grid operators to plan cooling assumptions around shifting hydrology rather than historical ranges.
Climate Change In The News
Every new UK home should have air conditioning, say Liberal Democrats
The Liberal Democrats are calling for mandatory air conditioning in all new UK homes to address rising temperatures from climate change, citing health risks during increasingly severe heatwaves.
PM urged to uphold climate pledges made as mayor and ban new North Sea oil drilling
Climate scientists who helped design Greater Manchester’s carbon neutral target are urging the prime minister to reject new North Sea oil drilling approvals, saying it contradicts his previous climate commitments.
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GAO Report: Athletic Programs Bleed Money
A Government Accountability Office report found that 94% of Division I college athletic programs lost money in 2023-24, with students and universities subsidizing the shortfall through fees and institutional funds.
DOJ Finds Duke Law Discriminated in Admissions
The DOJ determined Duke Law School intentionally discriminated based on race in admissions decisions over three cycles, marking the first law school found to violate the 2023 Supreme Court ban on race-conscious admissions.
Jason Arday claimed he was paid ‘1.4 million’ by publisher for memoir
Jason Arday, the former Cambridge professor who resigned amid plagiarism accusations, claimed publisher Simon & Schuster paid him 1.4 million for his forthcoming memoir despite the controversy.
Could Public Preschool for 2-Year-Olds Become the Next Pre-K?
New York City’s expanded public preschool program for 2-year-olds received nearly 5,700 applications for 2,000 available seats, prompting discussion about whether other jurisdictions will adopt similar early childhood education initiatives.
University of Greater Manchester ends contract of embattled vice-chancellor
The University of Greater Manchester has terminated vice-chancellor Sir George Holmes’s contract following investigations into allegations of financial mismanagement and misconduct that led to his suspension last year.
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