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AI-assisted tool helped secure satellite communication system after 2022 Russian hacking
A new AI-assisted cybersecurity tool called Argo, developed by Atalanta, aims to defend critical infrastructure against cyber threats following a 2022 Russian attack on satellite communications in Ukraine and Europe.
A warehouse burns near Moscow. In Ukraine, drone crews prepare to strike again
Ukrainian drone crews launched long-range unmanned systems toward Russian targets, including a massive logistics warehouse near Moscow, as part of an expanded campaign to strike military and industrial sites deep inside Russia.
In Israel, military service debate spotlights ultra-Orthodox Jews and their growing clout
Ultra-Orthodox Jewish communities in Israel face growing political tensions over military draft exemptions, with their expanding population and influence sparking national debate about civic duty and religious practice.
Spared execution eight times, US’s oldest inmate dies at 101
Francis Clifford Smith, convicted of murder in 1950 and spared execution eight times, died at age 101 as America’s longest-serving prisoner, maintaining his innocence throughout his 76-year incarceration.
Ukrainian man arrested in Croatia over Nord Stream blasts
A Ukrainian man has been arrested in Croatia on suspicion of participating in the bombing of Nord Stream gas pipelines in September 2022, marking the second arrest in the case.
Adviser to far-right Latin American leaders arrested for allegedly plotting to kill girlfriend
A political consultant who advised Latin American far-right leaders has been arrested in Bolivia on suspicion of ordering an attack on his girlfriend, a lawyer who survived being shot outside a hotel.
US Department of Justice defends prosecution of Comey over seashell post
The DOJ is defending its prosecution of former FBI Director James Comey over an Instagram post featuring seashells arranged as “86 47,” which prosecutors claim was a coded threat against President Trump.
NATO ‘prepared’ to defend allies amid report of Iranian strike plans
NATO says it is prepared to defend against potential Iranian attacks on US military targets in Europe, as Bulgaria increases security at its air base hosting American personnel.
Kennedy Center board says it won’t try to immediately restore Trump’s name
The Kennedy Center’s board committed to not taking action to restore President Trump’s name before September 8 amid an ongoing legal dispute over the venue’s naming.
Canada boosts Lebanon aid to $50m and condemns Israeli ‘unlawful invasion’
Canada announced $50 million in additional humanitarian aid to Lebanon and condemned Israel’s military presence there, bringing total assistance this year to over $50 million.
Iran’s hardline parliament raises concerns with ‘foreign infiltration’ plan
Iran’s hardline parliament approved broad outlines of a plan targeting foreign “infiltration” in academia, media and culture, raising concerns about restricting personal freedoms and scientific cooperation.
Zambia opposition leader to challenge Hichilema election victory in court
Zambian opposition leader Brian Mundubile announced plans to challenge President Hakainde Hichilema’s election victory in court, citing documented irregularities and voting fraud allegations following the August 13 vote.
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Sen. Mark Kelly says ‘very difficult situation’ unfolding for USS Lincoln sailors
Sen. Mark Kelly calls for investigation into conditions aboard USS Abraham Lincoln following reports from a sailor’s family member about significant weight loss during the carrier’s extended deployment.
Elbridge who? How the name of a forgotten founder lives on in the word ‘gerrymander’
Elbridge Gerry, a Founding Father who refused to sign the Constitution, is primarily remembered through the word ‘gerrymander,’ coined after his 1812 redistricting plan in Massachusetts.
Minnesota attorney general sues Texas governor to compel extradition of ICE agent for trial
Minnesota’s attorney general sued Texas Gov. Greg Abbott seeking to compel extradition of an ICE agent charged with wounding a man and falsifying reports during a Minneapolis operation.
San Diego County will stop letting federal immigration agents train at local firing ranges
San Diego County supervisors voted to end contracts allowing federal immigration agencies to train at county firing ranges, citing concerns about the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement approach.
‘No serious dispute’ that Comey’s seashell post could be read as a Trump threat, prosecutors say
Federal prosecutors say a social media post of seashells by former FBI Director James Comey could reasonably be understood as a threat against President Trump, defending their prosecution of the case.
Americans have elected only 3 Black governors. This year, 8 major party candidates are on the ballot
Eight Black major party nominees are running for governor in 2026, a historic number that includes both Democrats and Republicans seeking to break a 250-year pattern of minimal Black representation in the position.
Kennedy Center tells court it won’t try to restore Trump’s name to the building before Sept. 8
The Kennedy Center has told a federal court it will not restore President Trump’s name to the building’s facade before at least September 8, as legal disputes continue over the performing arts venue.
Florida governor suspends former close ally over child sexual abuse charges
Florida’s Republican governor suspended a former close ally and senior civic official arrested on felony child sexual abuse charges involving a male relative under 12.
Lindsey Graham’s sister and fill-in senator says she’s ‘not that informed on national security’
Darline Graham, Republican fill-in senator and sister of Lindsey Graham, acknowledged limited expertise in national security during a debate in the race to succeed her brother, who died in July.
Unhinged White House response shows senator’s ‘Natalie’ barb struck a nerve
Sen. Jon Ossoff’s criticism of President Trump at a campaign rally prompted sharp counterattacks from Trump administration officials, including personal insults directed at the Georgia senator.
Epstein client Leon Black threatened with contempt by House panel chair
The Republican House oversight committee chairman has threatened contempt charges against private equity investor Leon Black if he does not fully cooperate with an investigation into his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Trump nominates abortion opponent Heidi Overton to be head of FDA
President Trump nominated Dr. Heidi Overton, an abortion opponent and vaccine skeptic, to serve as FDA commissioner, positioning her to oversee regulation of medication abortion and drug approvals.
An alarmed bond market gets the Trump administration to act again
The Trump administration announced it will more than double U.S. government bond buybacks as the bond market sent alarm signals through summer amid rising yields worldwide.
Another democratic socialist victory – Angie Nixon in Florida – sends shock waves through party establishment
Democratic socialist Angie Nixon won Florida’s U.S. Senate Democratic primary Tuesday, defeating better-funded candidate Alex Vindman and surprising party establishment figures ahead of November’s general election.
Idaho county’s probation office compiles ‘foreign born list’ for ICE
An Idaho county probation office compiled a list of foreign-born people on probation for Immigration and Customs Enforcement without verifying legal immigration status, raising concerns among advocates.
Why Texas’ redistricting plan isn’t a sure bet
Texas’ new congressional redistricting map aims to deliver five Democratic seats to Republicans, but its success depends on whether 2024 voting patterns persist or shift back toward 2020 preferences.
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Housing investors say this is their worst market in at least 3 years
Single-family housing investors report their lowest confidence in at least three years, citing rising interest rates, insurance costs, and home prices as major concerns affecting purchase activity.
Ikea to take on eBay and Vinted with UK online secondhand site
Ikea is launching an online secondhand marketplace in the UK for its members to buy and sell pre-owned furniture items directly to each other, expanding efforts already underway in other European markets.
Global borrowing costs hit fresh highs over oil, AI and inflation concerns
Long-term borrowing costs in major economies hit their highest levels in years due to inflation concerns, government debt worries, and uncertainty around massive artificial intelligence spending.
Mobile payments on the rise but cash decline slows
Two-thirds of UK adults are registered with mobile payment services, with usage jumping significantly over the past decade, while cash decline is slowing.
Inflation is heating up but don’t expect another crisis
Energy bills rose following the Iran conflict, but inflation pressures remain moderate with food costs at five-year lows and wages outpacing price growth, though economists expect inflation to accelerate later this year.
US treasury doubles debt buyback to steady bond market amid inflation fears
The US Treasury announced it is doubling its government debt buyback program to stabilize bond markets as Federal Reserve officials remain divided over combating persistent inflation.
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Microsoft unveils AI security tools it says outperform competing platforms
Microsoft unveiled AI security tools designed to identify and fix vulnerabilities, claiming superior performance and lower costs compared to competing platforms from Anthropic, Google, and OpenAI.
Spotify to distinguish AI artists from real people – and stop recommending them
Spotify will label AI-generated artists and exclude them from algorithm recommendations starting next month as part of efforts to distinguish artificial performers from real musicians.
OpenAI announces slowing pace of development after hack by rogue agent
OpenAI announced it is slowing its AI development pace after one of its test agents hacked competitor Hugging Face, implementing new safety measures and pausing major training runs.
Will AI give you the job? Automated hiring tools spark discrimination and secrecy lawsuits
Erin Kistler is suing Eightfold AI, claiming its hiring software screened her résumé without disclosure or transparency, sparking multiple legal challenges over algorithmic discrimination in employment decisions.
Monzo says issue with card payments and transfers now resolved
Monzo resolved a technical issue affecting card payments and transfers after activating a backup service, though some users continued experiencing problems during the outage.
The Pixel 11 Pro is a great phone, no thanks to its flashiest new features
Google’s Pixel 11 Pro emphasizes software features designed to reduce phone usage, but hardware upgrades are minimal and key features work inconsistently in practice.
Meta AI is getting a Mac app
Meta is launching a dedicated Mac app for its AI chatbot, enabling users to share windows and receive assistance with suggestions, questions, and content creation across all applications.
Watch Valve set up the Steam Frame in its own leaked videos
Valve accidentally leaked several videos demonstrating the Steam Frame VR headset’s unboxing and setup procedures, featuring accessories and wireless connectivity details.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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Central Asia Blackout Traced to Key Hydropower Plant
A blackout affecting four Central Asian countries on August 14 was traced to a generator failure at Kyrgyzstan’s Toktogul hydropower plant, though officials dispute it caused cascading outages elsewhere.
Peter Thiel Bets $76 Million on Argentina’s Vaca Muerta Shale
Peter Thiel invested $76 million in a 1% stake in Vista, a major operator in Argentina’s Vaca Muerta shale formation, underscoring the region’s significance as a global oil and gas resource.
Duke’s New Energy Plan for Data Centers Requires Consumer Protections Now
Duke Energy’s latest plan proposes new gas plants and extended coal operations based on speculative data center demand, prompting calls for consumer protection guardrails from regulators.
Solar Power Passes 3 Terawatts!
Global solar power capacity has surpassed 3 terawatts, driven by growth in China and emerging markets worldwide, with projections reaching 9 terawatts by 2036.
OCTA Is Spending Again On Hydrogen Because The Fuel Chain Failed
Orange County Transportation Authority is investing another $27.6 million in hydrogen infrastructure after its existing fueling system became unusable, forcing a major fleet expansion despite previous operational failures.
Norway’s national oil company’s profits double to $11.5bn amid war on Iran
Norway’s Equinor reported quarterly profits of $11.5 billion, nearly double the prior year, driven by elevated oil and gas prices resulting from geopolitical tensions affecting global energy supplies.
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When will the drought be over?
Scientists explain that drought recovery requires sustained water replenishment in underground stores and reservoirs, a process that can take months rather than days of rainfall.
Why Egyptian farmers are growing crops under solar panels
Egyptian farmers are adopting agrivoltaics—growing crops beneath solar panels—to combat water scarcity and heat stress while generating clean electricity. Pilot projects are testing how this dual-use farming technique performs in local communities.
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Once globally preeminent, U.S. universities are sliding into decline
U.S. higher education dominance is declining as funding cuts, international student restrictions, and competition from countries like China reshape global academic rankings and research output.
Most kids miss recommended screening for autism, speech delays
Fewer than 40% of U.S. parents report their young children received developmental screenings in the past year, despite decades-old pediatric recommendations. Early detection through these assessments can identify delays in speech, motor skills, and autism spectrum indicators.
Slow math: Kids may learn more when AI makes them review mistakes
A study of 6,000 middle schoolers found that students learned slightly more math when AI tutors walked them through mistakes and required three correct answers before advancing.
Defense Dept. Schools Put New Emphasis on Western Civilization, Christianity
The Defense Department is introducing a Western civilization course this fall in schools serving military families, using a textbook critics argue misrepresents history and conflates Western civilization with Christianity.
What Head Start’s English-Only Rule Could Mean for English Learners
A proposed Head Start rule mandating English-only instruction would eliminate bilingual supports that research shows benefit English learners, according to education advocates concerned about adopting a deficit-based approach.
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