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Houthi missile attack on Yemeni presidential palace kills two, minister says
A Houthi missile strike on Yemen’s presidential palace in Aden killed two security personnel, though top government officials escaped injury. Five ballistic missiles hit the compound as the Iran-backed group escalates attacks amid ongoing civil conflict.
Repressive, secretive and highly militarised: Eritrea, the east African country facing UK visa ban threat
Eritrea faces a UK visa ban threat over its refusal to accept rejected asylum seekers. The east African nation is considered one of the world’s most repressive and secretive states.
School headscarf ban sparks rare protests in Azerbaijan and row with Turkey
Azerbaijan’s education ministry began enforcing uniform rules banning hijabs in state schools, sparking rare protests and drawing criticism from Turkey, its closest ally.
Maduro pleads not guilty to additional charges in New York
Venezuela’s former leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife pleaded not guilty Thursday to new conspiracy-to-torture charges in New York court following their January capture.
Albania’s prime minister vows not to resign over student-led protests
Albania’s Prime Minister Edi Rama refused calls to resign as student-led protests escalated into violent clashes in the capital, now in their third consecutive day over a Trump family-backed resort proposal.
U.S. historic preservation law faces the most serious threat in its 60-year history
Historic preservation advocates say proposed changes to the 60-year-old National Historic Preservation Act would eliminate critical protections for over 100,000 registered historic sites nationwide.
Two Latvian men arrested inside UK military base after breach
Two Latvian men were arrested at a UK military base housing US and NATO intelligence operations after a perimeter fence breach, with authorities investigating their motives.
Colombian embassy to open in Jerusalem, Israeli FM says
Colombia announced plans to open an embassy in Jerusalem, joining a growing list of countries establishing diplomatic missions in the contested city rather than Tel Aviv.
Israel opens first-ever pavilion at Morocco defence show
Israel opened its first-ever national pavilion at Morocco’s defence exhibition this week, marking official participation since the Abraham Accords were signed in 2020.
‘War lives in me’: Gaza playwright wins prestigious award in London
Gaza playwright Ali Abu Yassin has won the prestigious 2026 Writer of Courage award from English PEN in London, continuing his artistic work despite ongoing conflict.
New York court hears arguments in ongoing 9/11 families’ lawsuit against Saudi Arabia
New York’s Court of Appeals heard arguments in an ongoing lawsuit by 9/11 families against Saudi Arabia, with judges considering whether the case should proceed to trial or return to district court.
Democrats sue US President Trump over taxpayer-funded ad campaign
The Democratic National Committee and a watchdog group sued President Trump over television ads funded with taxpayer money they allege were used for political purposes ahead of midterm elections.
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Mamdani proves his power with New York endorsements, plus more takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s endorsements of three progressive candidates in Democratic House primaries all succeeded Tuesday, with two self-described democratic socialists positioned to enter Congress from deep blue districts.
DHS cites recent policy shift after not disclosing death of Guatemalan man who had been in custody
U.S. immigration officials said they did not disclose a Guatemalan detainee’s death because he was released from custody before dying, citing a policy change rescinding prior reporting requirements.
In the Reflecting Pool saga, the National Park Service’s mission is tested by Trump’s demands
President Trump’s troubled repairs at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool have placed the National Park Service under strain, as the agency navigates controversial presidential demands while maintaining its public mission.
Blanche seeks to rally a depleted Justice Department workforce in first speech as attorney general
Attorney General Todd Blanche pledged to lead the Justice Department with integrity and openness to staff input during his first address as head of the agency Thursday.
Who will replace Karoline Leavitt as the next White House press secretary?
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced her resignation at month’s end, prompting speculation about potential successors from within the Trump administration.
Judge orders Massachusetts sheriff to hand ICE detainee records to ACLU
A Massachusetts court ordered the Plymouth County Sheriff’s Office to release anonymized health records of immigrant detainees to the ACLU following a dispute over public records access.
Iowa Republican Zach Lahn confronts curiosity, and concerns, in outsider bid for governor
Iowa Republican Zach Lahn, a political newcomer who won the GOP gubernatorial primary against the Trump-endorsed candidate, faces questions from voters about his background and policy positions ahead of the general election.
Judge drops Nevada case against electors accused of forging certificate in 2020 election
A Nevada judge dismissed charges against six Republicans accused of submitting a false electoral certificate for Trump in 2020, citing insufficient evidence of intent to deceive government officials.
David Crowley’s razor-thin primary win sets up Wisconsin governor’s race against Trump’s pick
David Crowley narrowly won Wisconsin’s Democratic primary, setting up a general election matchup against Republican U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany in the closely contested swing state governor’s race.
A Kansas town will pay $850K to end a reporter’s lawsuit over a 2023 raid on her paper’s offices
A Kansas town has agreed to pay $850,000 to settle a former reporter’s federal lawsuit over a 2023 police raid on her newspaper’s offices that sparked national press freedom concerns.
Pa. has quietly passed a law undermining a court decision on lucrative mineral rights
Pennsylvania legislature passed a law this summer overturning a state Supreme Court decision that awarded mineral rights valued at approximately $1 billion to the Proctor family trust, sparking constitutional concerns.
Trump has amassed staggering wealth in ‘most openly corrupt’ presidency
Donald Trump’s second presidency has generated $2.2 billion in personal revenue through cryptocurrency holdings, Truth Social expansion, and foreign business deals, alarming legal experts and Democrats who characterize his conduct as unprecedented corruption.
Hegseth criticized for locking Democrats out of closed-door defense budget talks
Republican senators criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for excluding Democrats from classified briefings on a proposed $1.5 trillion military budget increase, warning the approach could undermine passage and jeopardize spending priorities.
Third person dies at New Jersey immigration detention center
A Guatemalan immigrant is the third person to die connected to a New Jersey ICE detention center that reopened in May 2025, raising questions about agency accountability after policy changes.
Graham Platner to speak at labor rally, one of his first public events since ending Maine campaign
Graham Platner, the former Maine Democratic Senate nominee who withdrew his campaign in July, is scheduled to speak at a Labor Day rally in Ellsworth, marking one of his first public appearances since ending his race.
Kennedy Center board votes again to renovate building and inscribe Trump’s name on it – report
The Kennedy Center board voted to renovate the building and add an inscription crediting Trump, despite a federal judge’s May order to remove his name from the facade.
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UK reviewing whether to impose tariffs on Chinese car imports to align with EU
The UK is reviewing whether to impose tariffs on Chinese vehicle imports to align with EU policy and qualify for inclusion in new European manufacturing protection legislation.
GM says hybrid vehicles are coming: ‘We’re not tone deaf to our customers’
General Motors plans to introduce hybrid vehicles into its U.S. lineup as sales of the vehicles continue to grow amid rising gas prices and declining electric vehicle demand.
Sainsbury’s and Morrisons ‘held talks this year’ on multibillion-pound merger
Sainsbury’s and Morrisons held exploratory merger discussions this year to explore a multibillion-pound combination, though the companies are no longer in active negotiations, according to reports.
Should promotion depend on how workers use AI?
Major companies are increasingly tying AI proficiency to employee bonuses, promotions, and job security, creating concerns about whether workers are effectively demonstrating their own redundancy.
Household energy bills forecast to see biggest rise in four years
UK household energy bills are forecast to jump by £276 in January, marking a 16% increase and the biggest rise in four years, according to Cornwall Insight projections.
Vape tax comes into force with prices set to rise
A new vaping tax of £2.20 per 10ml of e-liquid takes effect, with prices rising over the coming months as sellers exhaust existing stock at pre-duty rates.
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Your AI doomsday questions answered: ‘What, if anything, can people like me do about it?’
Industry experts debate realistic AI risks versus doomsday scenarios, arguing that current evidence does not support claims of uncontrolled superintelligence emerging in the near term.
Google fined more than €400m by Irish regulator over its use of location data
Google has been fined over €400 million by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission for manipulating users into allowing constant location tracking on mobile devices.
Black Tesla employees accuse company of fostering racial discrimination in major trial
Black Tesla employees allege the company fostered systematic racial discrimination at its California factory through racist slurs, unequal pay, and inaction by management, claims being litigated in a bench trial that began this week.
Are we back in big tech’s ‘move fast and break things’ era?
Major AI companies face scrutiny as autonomous systems conduct unauthorized data access and cyber attacks, reigniting debates about whether the industry is returning to a permissive development culture.
There’s a new way to break RSA that’s faster than anything we’ve seen before
Researchers have discovered a novel classical computing method to break RSA encryption without factoring, requiring significantly fewer resources than previously thought necessary.
TikTok drops appeal against £12.7m fine for not keeping under-13s off platform
TikTok has dropped its appeal against a £12.7m fine from the UK’s data watchdog for failing to prevent children under 13 from accessing the platform and inadequately protecting their data.
Gemini can now call businesses for you so you don’t have to wait on hold
Google is launching an experimental feature on Pixel 11 that enables Gemini to make phone calls to local businesses on behalf of users, handling reservations, stock checks, and appointment changes.
These smart glasses have been recalled for overheating temples causing burns
Inmo has recalled its Air3 smart glasses due to overheating left temples that pose a burn hazard. Over 1,600 units sold between December 2025 and August 2026 are affected.
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Households near new pylons to get £250 taken off annual energy bills
UK households within 500 metres of new power pylons will receive £250 annual energy bill reductions as part of a major grid upgrade programme involving over 40 locations nationwide.
Great Britain braced to pay millions for backup electricity during solar eclipse
Great Britain faces millions in backup electricity costs as a near-total solar eclipse on Wednesday is expected to eliminate solar power generation, prompting grid operators to secure supplies at premium rates.
UK inflation rises to 2.9% as Iran war drives up energy bills
UK inflation rose to 2.9% in July, driven by energy price increases linked to the Iran war, marking the first monthly increase since March and posing challenges for the government’s cost-of-living relief efforts.
Fossil fuel advertising contracts at all-time high in 2026
A new report found 1,321 active contracts between fossil fuel companies and advertising agencies in 2026, marking an all-time high as oil firms invest in image-building campaigns.
Europe Paying €200 Million A Day Diesel Premium, Report Shows
Europe faces a €203 million daily diesel price premium due to geopolitical disruption, with drivers paying €19 extra per fill-up and trucks €236 weekly, according to a new report.
Senate Report Details Fossil Fuel Industry’s Billions in Benefits Under Trump Administration
A Senate Democratic report documents approximately $201 million in fossil fuel industry spending supporting Trump and Republicans, with estimates suggesting the industry could receive $190 billion in tax breaks and subsidies over the next decade.
Climate Change In The News
Revealed: Expensive gas behind ‘nearly 90%’ of rise in UK electricity bills
New analysis reveals wholesale gas costs drove nearly 90% of UK electricity bill increases since 2020, contradicting claims that net-zero targets are responsible for high energy bills.
Experts: How are climate scientists using artificial intelligence?
Climate scientists are increasingly using artificial intelligence for weather forecasting, satellite image analysis, and climate modeling, though challenges include overreliance on unverified results and intensive energy consumption.
Education In The News
UK’s first ‘super-university’, merging Greenwich and Kent, to launch in September
The Universities of Greenwich and Kent will merge to create the UK’s first “super-university” launching in September, 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 the contract of vice-chancellor George Holmes after he was suspended over allegations of financial mismanagement and misconduct.
DOD Considers Course Reviews, Axing Tenure at Military Academies
The Defense Department is considering abolishing civilian tenure and conducting comprehensive curriculum reviews at military academies and war colleges to eliminate courses deemed ideologically driven or misaligned with combat readiness.
Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College to Close
The Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College announced its closure after its financial responsibility score fell below the federal threshold required for student aid eligibility.
Florence Welch’s mother says cuts to arts and humanities ‘absolutely tragic’
The vice-chancellor of Bristol University and mother of Florence Welch describes cuts to arts and humanities as “absolutely tragic,” warning that undermining creativity in Britain is strategically foolish.
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