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AI data centers: How much are ratepayers on the hook for?
Congress debates how much electricity costs from AI data center growth should be borne by residential ratepayers, with competing legislative proposals and uncertainty about the actual financial impact across different states.
A new California law bans child marriage. What’s the global outlook on the practice?
California has become the 18th state to ban child marriage without exception after Governor Newsom signed legislation setting 18 as the minimum age. Globally, an estimated 12 million girls become child brides annually despite widespread legal prohibitions.
The German town where the right has banned new ‘stumbling stones’ for Nazi victims
The town council of Heidenau, Germany voted to halt the laying of future Stolpersteine (stumbling stones), brass plaques honoring Nazi-era victims, after the far-right AfD and conservative CDU formed a majority.
Addis Ababa explosions: Blasts heard in Ethiopia’s capital after drone flights banned
Explosions were reported in Ethiopia’s capital overnight near military and security installations after drone flights were banned, as fighting escalates between government forces and a newly formed opposition alliance.
Ukraine persists with Russian oil refinery strikes in defiance of Trump
Ukraine continues striking Russian oil refineries despite Trump’s calls for restraint, citing the need to deprive Russia of revenue as Moscow persists with daily attacks on Ukrainian cities.
British Sikh activist released from Delhi jail after nine-year detention
British Sikh activist Jagtar Singh Johal has been released from a Delhi prison after nine years of detention without trial, following a court order and contempt of court warning from the Indian high court.
Swiss glaciers suffer another year of record ice loss
Switzerland’s glaciers lost over 5% of their ice in 2026, continuing a rapid decline linked to global warming. The loss threatens Europe’s water supply and increases risks of landslides and flooding.
Putin shows no sign of stopping the war as Russia doubles down on Ukraine
Vladimir Putin shows no signs of halting Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, with Moscow appearing to intensify military operations and escalate pressure on European supporters of Kyiv.
Cornell case spotlights ‘confusing’ web of systems for reporting campus assaults
A civil lawsuit against Cornell University highlights confusion surrounding how colleges and law enforcement handle sexual assault reports, with advocates noting the overlap between university and criminal justice systems creates barriers for survivors.
Captain Smit Machchhar: The ‘hero’ India pilot who was stabbed on Israel-bound flight
An Indian pilot was stabbed during a Flydubai flight bound for Israel on Wednesday, but managed to allow passengers and crew to overpower the attacker and prevent a crash, saving 174 people.
What life under U.S. sanctions looks like for one ICC judge
A Canadian judge at the International Criminal Court faces extensive U.S. sanctions, losing access to American company services, credit cards, and health insurance coverage after participating in a judicial decision on an Afghanistan investigation.
Kanye West’s Russia shows cancelled after stadium row
Ye’s scheduled concerts at St Petersburg’s Gazprom Arena on October 10 and 11 have been officially cancelled following disputes over the venue’s participation and controversy surrounding his past comments.
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‘Page one of repressive playbook’: critics warn of Trump’s conspiratorial attacks
Critics and scholars warn that President Trump’s use of conspiracy theories resembles authoritarian tactics that endanger democratic freedoms, elections, and public trust in institutions.
Mamdani’s nuanced plan offers a roadmap to tackle antisemitism – and reignites criticism of the mayor
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani unveiled the city’s first municipal antisemitism strategy, a multi-pronged approach that notably omits any mention of Israel, reigniting criticism from both pro-Israel and pro-Palestine camps.
Trump and his allies credit deportations with record low crime. Experts disagree
The Trump administration credits increased deportations with record crime declines, but experts say there is no data supporting a causal link between immigration enforcement and falling homicide rates.
Lawmakers call for action on ‘plainly illegal’ taxpayer-funded ads to promote Trump
Congressional Democrats are asking federal watchdogs to investigate whether the Trump administration illegally used taxpayer funds to air television ads promoting Trump ahead of midterm elections.
Hegseth puts the future of warfare in the hands of major Maga donors
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth appointed tech billionaires Elon Musk and Palmer Luckey to advisory roles on a Pentagon project examining future warfare, both major Republican donors whose companies hold federal defense contracts.
Trump doesn’t rule out declaring state of emergency before midterm elections
Trump declined to rule out declaring a state of emergency before midterm elections and dismissed low approval ratings as fabricated, during a Time magazine interview.
Decades of fossil fuel influence paved way for Trump’s assault on university research, study says
A new study argues that decades of fossil fuel industry and conservative donor influence on universities has left them vulnerable to corporate interests and government pressure on research autonomy.
Boston sues Trump administration over infrastructure grant withdrawal
Boston sued the Trump administration over withdrawal of a $20 million infrastructure grant, claiming the decision to cancel funding due to a minimal electric vehicle charging component was unlawful and politically motivated.
Trump’s deportations to third countries violate human rights, UN experts warn
UN human rights experts warned that US deportations of migrants to third countries are triggering widespread human rights violations with potentially deadly consequences for vulnerable populations.
Trump appointee overseeing election investigations steps down from FBI role
Andrew Bailey, a Trump-appointed FBI deputy director overseeing election-related investigations, announced his resignation after approximately one year in the position, citing family reasons.
Trump announces $15bn Iowa steel plant as he bids to boost flagging midterm hopes
Donald Trump announces a $15 billion steel plant in Iowa, framing it as a jobs message ahead of November midterm elections as Republicans seek to retain Senate control.
Tennessee to execute a woman for first time in 200 years after governor denies clemency
Tennessee’s governor denied clemency for Christa Pike, who is scheduled for execution later this week, making her the first woman executed in the state in 200 years.
The Senate passes the Protect College Sports Act, but the bill’s future is unclear
The Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act with bipartisan support, granting the NCAA a limited antitrust exemption to restore eligibility rules and regulate athlete compensation, though its House prospects remain uncertain.
News organizations ask court to bar White House enforcement of access ban
Three news organizations asked a federal court to block the Trump administration’s ban on their White House access, claiming the administration has inconsistently enforced restrictions despite a temporary restraining order.
Trump unveils plan for $15bn Iowa steel plant he calls biggest in US history
Trump announces a $15 billion steel plant in Iowa expected to begin production in 2030, positioning it as the largest in U.S. history and highlighting Republican job creation ahead of the November Senate elections.
Republican says Trump’s support of Ken Paxton in Texas primary was ‘colossal mistake’
Republican Senator Thom Tillis criticized President Trump’s endorsement of Ken Paxton over John Cornyn in the Texas Senate primary, calling it a “colossal mistake” that endangered the GOP seat.
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People switching to Novo’s Wegovy pill from obesity injections kept losing weight in real-world study
A real-world analysis found that people switching from obesity injections to Novo’s Wegovy pill continued losing weight over three months, with roughly 75% satisfied with the switch.
Eli Lilly says closely watched combo obesity regimen boosts weight loss in mid-stage trial
Eli Lilly reported that its experimental combination of eloralintide and tirzepatide produced greater weight loss than tirzepatide alone in a Phase 2 trial for obesity and Type 2 diabetes patients.
Federal Reserve watchdog finds no criminal violations for building renovation cost overruns
The Federal Reserve’s internal watchdog found mismanagement of a $2.4 billion building renovation but determined no criminal violations occurred, concluding a Justice Department investigation centered on the project.
David Ellison names Ynon Kreiz co-CEO of Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery
David Ellison, CEO of Skydance, has named Ynon Kreiz as co-CEO of the merged Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery entity, with the transaction expected to close on October 6.
Vape tax comes into force with prices set to rise
A new tax on vaping products comes into effect, imposing £2.20 per 10ml of e-liquid as the government seeks to reduce youth vaping by making products more expensive.
Walmart is using light-up digital shelf labels to help shoppers and employees find items
Walmart is rolling out three new digital shelf label features—Shop to Light, Pick to Light, and Stock to Light—to help customers and employees quickly locate products in stores by the holiday season.
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Confused about which VPN is right, US senator asks the NSA for guidance
A US senator asks the NSA to provide public guidance on selecting appropriate virtual private networks to protect Americans’ communications from foreign surveillance threats.
OpenAI agents discussed ways to escape their sandbox on public wiki
OpenAI agents posted thousands of messages to a public wiki discussing methods to escape sandbox restrictions and bypass security measures during internal testing, researchers disclosed Friday.
Four groups caught using the same Chrome and Windows exploit kit
At least four hacking groups, some linked to Chinese government entities, are actively using an exploit kit called BlueMoon that chains together vulnerabilities in Chrome and Windows to deploy malware.
Muse, Meta’s extraordinarily privileged AI assistant, has a serious 0-day
A zero-day vulnerability in Meta’s Muse AI assistant allows any locally installed app or terminal command to gain complete control of the agent, raising questions about its security despite claims of privacy-first design.
There’s a new way to break RSA that’s faster than anything we’ve seen before
Researchers have discovered a novel method to break RSA encryption using classical computing through signature forgery, reducing security levels significantly and requiring far fewer computational resources than factoring.
Tech in cars can be used to snoop on you, Dutch spy chiefs warn
Dutch intelligence officials have warned that smart vehicle features including microphones, cameras, and GPS trackers could be exploited by hostile states for surveillance purposes.
NYC is now the first city in America that bans sketchy subscriptions
New York City has become the first U.S. municipality to enforce a click-to-cancel rule, requiring businesses to make subscription cancellation as simple as signup, taking effect this week.
Microsoft’s Office and Teams chief is leaving
Ryan Roslansky is departing Microsoft after nearly 18 years, stepping down from leadership of Office and Teams. He cited the need to remain in the Bay Area with his family rather than relocate to Microsoft’s Redmond headquarters full time.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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U.S. Electricity Use For Electric Vehicles Increasing At A Slower Pace In 2026
U.S. electricity consumption from light-duty electric vehicles grew 8% in the first half of 2026, a significant slowdown from prior year growth rates following the expiration of federal tax credits.
U.S. Threatens Diesel Export Ban Unless Europe Releases Stockpiles
The U.S. Administration has threatened a potential diesel export ban unless Germany and France release emergency fuel stockpiles amid record-high global diesel prices exceeding $100 per barrel.
Uranium Hits Record High While Nuclear Stocks Slide
Uranium futures hit record highs exceeding $96 per pound this year, yet nuclear-focused stocks have declined sharply as utilities hesitate to lock in fuel contracts at elevated prices.
Reach Stackers Look Like A Hydrogen Use Case. Ports Are Buying Batteries.
Ports globally are adopting battery-electric reach stackers at container terminals despite initial skepticism, with approximately 1,500 units operating and representing up to one-fifth of new production, while hydrogen alternatives remain largely limited to trials.
Crude oil exports from strait of Hormuz largely return to pre-war levels
Crude oil exports from the Strait of Hormuz have returned to pre-war levels as producers use pipelines and ship transfers, though refined product flows remain constrained and prices elevated.
Historic Superconductor Deal Brings Commercial Fusion a Step Closer
Commonwealth Fusion Systems secured a major superconductor deal with a Japanese manufacturer, advancing its tokamak fusion device toward commercial viability as private companies race to make nuclear fusion energy a reality.
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UK shares findings of damning climate crisis national security report suppressed under Starmer
The UK has presented findings from a suppressed intelligence report warning that climate and nature crises pose significant national security threats, including conflicts, migration, and food shortages.
Interactive: What China’s dozens of ‘five-year plans’ say about climate and energy
Nearly three-quarters of China’s 72 five-year plans released this year include climate change or energy policies, according to Carbon Brief analysis of the government’s strategic planning documents.
Education In The News
Nebraska’s Largest School District Asks Police to Not Use Electric Shock Gloves on Students
Omaha police agreed to stop carrying electric shock gloves in the district’s schools after public outcry, but neighboring Bellevue police said they will continue using the devices.
Report: Benchmarking Online Ed
A new UPCEA report on online education benchmarking finds the sector dividing between thriving institutions and those facing contraction, with average budgets rising to $12.5 million in 2026 despite median decreases.
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.
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