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Fed leaves interest rate unchanged but with 3 dissents as Warsh praises ‘good family fight’
The Federal Reserve held its benchmark interest rate steady at its latest meeting, though three officials dissented in favor of higher rates amid persistent inflation concerns.
Wildfires near Bordeaux bring more troubles to France’s wine industry
Wildfires consuming an area four times larger than Paris have displaced 220,000 people and threatened the struggling Bordeaux wine region’s tourism sector, already weakened by declining consumption and international competition.
Salman Rushdie attacker convicted of terror offences
A man already serving 25 years for attempting to kill author Salman Rushdie was convicted of providing material support to Hezbollah and engaging in transnational terrorism in federal court.
Trump considering AI controls after OpenAI hacking incidents
President Trump said his administration is considering implementing controls over artificial intelligence tools following recent cybersecurity incidents involving OpenAI systems.
Australia takes Telegram to court over alleged failure to remove ‘pro-terror’ material
Australia’s eSafety commissioner is taking Telegram to court, alleging the platform failed to remove extremist material including video of the Christchurch shootings, and seeking fines up to A$54.6 million.
Deadly strikes on Ukrainian cities after Zelenskyy warns of ‘massive’ Russian attack
Russian air strikes killed at least 13 people across multiple Ukrainian cities Thursday, including six in Kryvyi Rih, after President Zelenskyy warned of an imminent massive attack.
‘The breath just went out of us’: people return to their homes after wildfires near Madrid
Residents of El Morro near Madrid returned to their homes after evacuation from wildfires that consumed tens of thousands of hectares, finding widespread destruction and grappling with the aftermath.
India’s CJP protests: Why tech alone won’t stop exam paper leaks
India’s government is considering shifting major entrance exams to computer-based testing following widespread protests over question paper leaks, but experts warn that technology alone cannot solve systemic governance and trust issues.
‘Like volcanic ash falling’: Inside Aeon mall after Japan’s earthquake
A magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Kumamoto, Japan on Tuesday, followed by an explosion at a major shopping mall that killed at least three people and left others missing amid rescue efforts.
Evo Morales defiant after new Bolivia arrest warrant
A Bolivian court issued an arrest warrant for former President Evo Morales, investigating him for alleged involvement in farmer and trucker protests against the government’s economic policies.
Thursday briefing: The UK’s special relationship with the US allows their servicemen to avoid our justice system
A Guardian investigation reveals US military servicemen accused of sexual assault in the UK have avoided British justice through court martial trials, receiving lighter sentences than they would under UK law.
In the waters off Malaysia, Iranian oil sales continue despite blockade
Iranian oil tankers continue offloading cargo in Malaysian waters despite US naval blockades, using ship-to-ship transfers to supply Chinese refineries through a shadowy maritime network.
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US blocks Iranian missile barrage as pause in fighting falters | First Thing
The US military intercepted Iranian ballistic missiles launched at forces in the Middle East, marking an end to a brief pause in fighting. The attack occurred as Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu visited Washington for meetings with Trump.
Investigators in James Comey seashells case omitted key facts, defense lawyers allege
James Comey’s lawyers allege federal prosecutors withheld key evidence and made false statements in their case charging him with threatening President Trump through a seashells social media post.
Trump and DOJ ask Supreme Court to toss $83 million defamation verdict in E. Jean Carroll case
President Trump and the Justice Department are asking the Supreme Court to overturn an $83 million defamation verdict awarded to writer E. Jean Carroll after she accused him of sexual assault.
Judge weighs bid to block or reverse transfers of transgender inmates into a segregated prison unit
A federal judge expressed concern that the Trump administration violated a court order by transferring transgender inmates to a segregated prison unit, though he has not yet ruled on enforcement.
Senate unanimously passes resolution opposing pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell
The US Senate unanimously passed a non-binding resolution opposing any presidential pardon or clemency for Ghislaine Maxwell, who is serving a 20-year sentence for sex-trafficking crimes related to Jeffrey Epstein.
Witness to a fatal ICE shooting in Houston is released from immigration detention
A witness to a fatal ICE shooting in Houston was released from immigration detention Wednesday after weeks in custody, with a federal judge ordering his release despite prosecutors’ appeal.
US uses dormant court to seek deportation of Afghan woman accused of aiding terror plot
The Trump administration is using a dormant 30-year-old court for the first time to seek deportation of an Afghan woman accused of supporting an Islamic State-inspired terror plot.
Urban League report says Trump administration is harming Black Americans’ chances at American Dream
The National Urban League’s annual report contends that the Trump administration’s policies have worsened economic and political prospects for Black Americans, marking the furthest distance from opportunity since the Civil Rights Movement.
Republican disenfranchisement bid drives Black voters to polls, study finds
A study finds Republican redistricting efforts targeting Black voters following a Supreme Court decision are instead motivating higher turnout and leftward shifts in Black Belt counties across the South.
Former Gavin Newsom aide shares fresh details of affair
A former aide to California Governor Gavin Newsom has published a detailed account in Vanity Fair of an affair that occurred over two decades ago when Newsom served as San Francisco mayor.
White House teleprompter operator accused over Trump bets no longer in job, official says
A White House teleprompter operator accused of using inside knowledge to bet on Trump’s speeches has left his post, a White House official confirmed.
A new media ecosystem is taking root on the left, reshaping Democratic politics
A growing ecosystem of independent podcasts, social media accounts, and digital news outlets is reshaping Democratic politics by boosting anti-establishment, left-leaning candidates who might otherwise receive limited mainstream media attention.
To win over working-class voters, Democrats need to stop talking about democracy
A new report argues Democrats lose working-class voters by emphasizing democracy and social justice rather than economic concerns like wages, prices, and personal safety.
Trump’s attacks on mail balloting and concerns over delays turn midterms spotlight on Postal Service
The U.S. Postal Service faces heightened scrutiny ahead of midterm elections as concerns grow about mail ballot delays and President Trump pursues restrictions on mail voting through executive order.
Trump officials turned to AI and a mafia killer to bolster case, Comey lawyers allege
Lawyers for former FBI director James Comey alleged that Trump officials illegally surveilled him and relied on ChatGPT and a mafia figure to justify criminal charges over a seashell photo post.
Blanche nomination at risk of delay as senator seeks assurances on Trump settlement
A key Republican senator is demanding written assurances from the Justice Department about a Trump tax settlement, potentially delaying confirmation of Todd Blanche as attorney general.
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Audi continues U.S. product push with three-row Q9 SUV
Audi unveiled its full-size Q9 three-row SUV on Tuesday, marking the brand’s latest effort to strengthen its struggling U.S. market presence alongside recently introduced Q3 and Q7 models.
Matcha and protein pivot pays off for Greggs as profits rise
Greggs reported a 20% rise in profit for the first half of the year, driven by new product launches including high-protein salads and matcha drinks that appeal to health-conscious consumers.
The Chinese robot army transforming the UK’s retail industry
Chinese robotics firm Geek+ is expanding its autonomous mobile robot deployments across major UK retailers including Tesco, Asda, and Next to automate warehouse operations.
Burgers cost more this summer, but farmers say they’re not cashing in
Burger prices have risen sharply this summer, but farmers and food producers say they are not profiting from the increases as their own costs climb.
Wiped out by a hurricane, this US community is now a global energy giant
Cameron Parish, Louisiana, devastated by Hurricane Rita in 2005, has transformed into a global energy hub through liquefied natural gas exports, positioning itself as one of the region’s wealthiest counties.
Carmakers ‘delaying investment in UK factories until EV sales rules relaxed’
UK carmakers are delaying factory investment decisions pending relaxation of electric vehicle sales mandates, according to the British automotive industry’s lobby group chief.
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Personal and banking details among customer data stolen in Origin Energy hack
Origin Energy confirmed that customer addresses, phone numbers, and partial bank account details were accessed in a recent hack affecting potentially millions of accounts.
AusAlert blared around parks, libraries and cinemas for a few seconds, but some didn’t get the alert at all
Australia’s first nationwide emergency alert test, AusAlert, activated around 2pm AEST with mixed results—some devices received notifications while others missed the alert entirely despite advance warnings.
Labour MP suing Elon Musk’s xAI says chatbot added own fake abusive content
A Labour MP is suing Elon Musk’s xAI company, alleging its Grok chatbot was trained to generate harmful sexualized content without restrictions and created fake abusive images of her without consent.
Qualcomm is raising phone chip prices starting September 1st
Qualcomm will raise prices on all its processors beginning September 1st, with increases reportedly in the double digits, even as the chipmaker reports declining smartphone revenue.
Mark Zuckerberg is planning a big push into personal AI agents
Meta plans a major push into personal AI agents designed for mainstream consumers, CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced during the company’s Q2 2026 earnings call, positioning the technology as a foundation for future products.
Mythos attack on 3rd-round PQC algorithm candidate puts it out of commission
An AI security model discovered a fatal flaw in HAWK, a quantum-resistant cryptography algorithm under consideration for US standards, leading its developer to withdraw it from consideration.
Aussie gov’t tells volunteers to throw out thousands of functioning test routers
Australia’s government disabled thousands of functioning routers after its broadband testing program concluded, though volunteers say the devices could easily be reflashed for continued use.
Google pays $250K for Linux vulnerability allowing guest VM escapes
Google paid $250,000 for a critical Linux vulnerability in KVM that allows virtual machines to escape and gain root access to host systems. A second high-severity flaw in the kernel’s futex machinery also surfaced this week.
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Great Britain’s grid operator warns again over power supplies in heatwave
Great Britain’s grid operator issued a second emergency call this week for additional electricity supplies as a severe heatwave strained the nation’s power system, requiring expensive imports from continental Europe.
Cost to rewire Great Britain’s electricity network could reach £90bn in 2030s
Great Britain’s electricity network upgrade costs for the 2030s have risen to nearly £90bn, up 50% from earlier estimates, according to the government’s energy system operator.
Billionaire to invest £35bn in small modular nuclear reactors rollout across UK
A consortium led by Polish billionaire Michał Sołowow plans to invest £35 billion in building 14 small modular nuclear reactors across three UK sites, potentially powering millions of homes.
North Sea oil industry urges Burnham to approve new drilling in UK waters
The North Sea oil industry appeals to incoming UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham, requesting approval for new drilling in British waters to support energy security and reindustrialization efforts.
Q&A: What the EU’s Carbon Market Review Means for Climate Action
The European Commission proposed reforms to the EU’s carbon market on 17 July that would slow emissions cuts from 2031 onward and extend free allowances to companies, potentially allowing billions of additional tonnes of emissions.
Middle East Turmoil and the AI Boom Fuel Windfall for Mining Giants
Rio Tinto and Glencore reported substantial profit increases driven by elevated commodity prices and geopolitical uncertainty from Middle East tensions, with both miners benefiting from AI-driven demand for metals.
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Poultry sector growth plan risks UK national security, campaigners warn
Environmental campaigners warn that the UK government’s plan to expand poultry production poses risks to national security due to resource intensity and dependence on imported animal feed.
Without stronger government action, Brazil’s low deforestation in the Amazon is unlikely to last
Brazil’s Amazon deforestation hit a decade low, but experts warn gains may be temporary due to the collapse of a voluntary soy trade agreement and weakening private sector commitments.
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The next literacy challenge: Teaching students how to write
Elementary schools across the U.S. are overhauling writing instruction through evidence-based approaches, addressing decades of neglect in a skill that lags significantly behind reading proficiency.
A leading school shootings researcher says he was wrong
A prominent school violence researcher says his decades-long focus on reducing bullying and improving school climate has not prevented school shootings, leading him to new conclusions about perpetrator motivations.
How State Reclassification Rules Impact Long-Term English Learners
States use different criteria to reclassify English learners, with recent research showing mixed outcomes in Texas regarding student access to advanced courses and academic performance.
As fewer young people choose college, this district wants to ensure they have career options
Niagara Falls High School is expanding career pathway programs as fewer students pursue college, with students gaining hands-on experience in construction, healthcare, and other trades.
“Untenable” Conditions Shrinking Tenure of Law Deans
Law school dean tenures have declined from an average of 10 years in 1990 to fewer than five years today, with financial pressures and work-life balance cited as major stressors, according to a recent Association of American Law Schools report.
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