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politics
France's trade ban on Israeli settlements is political theater dressed up as int'l law - opinion
France is leading a push to restrict settlement goods, but the initiative faces serious questions over its legal force and compatibility with EU law.
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general
Europe expelled its Jews - now, it wants to decide where Jews may live in Israel - opinion
And after a thousand years of expulsions, restrictions, and bloodshed, the answer from Europe cannot once again be to tell Jews where they are allowed to live.
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technology
USA & Canada Intelligence Brief — Saturday, September 12, 2026
Rio Times · USA & Canada Intelligence Brief September 12, 2026 USA & Canada Intelligence Brief — Saturday, September 12, 2026 USA & Canada Intelligence Brief — Saturday, September 12, 2026 Key Facts…
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technology
Asia Intelligence Brief — Saturday, September 12, 2026
Rio Times · Asia Intelligence Brief September 12, 2026 Asia Intelligence Brief — Saturday, September 12, 2026 Asia Intelligence Brief — Saturday, September 12, 2026 Key Facts The new front. The US…
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entertainment
Europe Intelligence Brief — Saturday, September 12, 2026
Rio Times · Europe Intelligence Brief September 12, 2026 Europe Intelligence Brief — Saturday, September 12, 2026 Europe Intelligence Brief — Saturday, September 12, 2026 Key Facts The derailment. A…
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business
OpenAI rules out IPO this year as Altman, Musk & Amodei warn AI is moving too fast
Amodei's essay landed after an Anthropic researcher set off a firestorm on social media this week by announcing he quit his job at the company.
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politics
Putin warns Europe against sending troops to Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that sending European troops into Ukraine would amount to direct conflict with Russia.
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science
From Australian judge to Israeli tour guide: David Parry's aliyah journey
“It’s such an incredible blessing to be here. I really feel it was the mission of my life to facilitate my family’s return to Israel,” retired judge David Parry said of his aliyah journey.
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entertainment
Israeli film alleging AI-assisted killing of Gaza civilians wins Venice jury prize
'NAZA,' by Oscar-winning Israeli directors Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor, receives recognition after record 25-minute ovation; IDF categorically rejects allegations, questions anonymous testimony
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politics
UK’s Oct. 7 blind spot reveals a deeper crisis in its Israel policy - opinion
The debate over Britain’s Israel policy continues, with critics accusing London of overlooking Hamas’s massacre and focusing disproportionately on Israel.
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politics
Trump's comments on a united Ireland may have targeted audience across the Atlantic
Nobody could have predicted that today's main global headline would be Trump's desire to see a unified Ireland.
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politics
Millions dropped from SNAP food assistance as funding faces September uncertainty
SNAP funding could face a major shake-up at the end of September unless Congress passes a resolution to delay major changes included in the GOP’s One Big Beautiful Bill.
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politics
Ontario man faces 8 charges for voyeurism, sexual assault at tailor shop
A Cobourg, Ont., man now faces eight sexual assault and voyeurism charges after police identified additional alleged victims in an ongoing investigation.
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entertainment
Wallaroos scare England but fail 'mission impossible'
The Wallaroos give world champions England a scare in Salford, but the Australians cannot take advantage of a half-time lead as the Roses secure a thumping victory.
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politics
Carney to meet UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham for first time
Prime Minister Mark Carney will meet U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham for the first time during a three-day trip to Europe focused on defence, energy and economic ties.
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technology
Nelson City Council set to scuttle speed bumps on Tāhunanui Hills
Nelson residents agree traffic needs calming on the Tāhunanui Hills but remain divided over the council's decision to remove speed cushions.
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politics
Redistricting rulings injects chaos, uncertainty into Missouri House races
Missouri election officials and candidates are bracing for chaos in November amid concerns the state's redistricting saga could spark widespread confusion for voters at the ballot box. The Supreme…
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general
‘It’s time to go home’: After 57 years in America, a Holocaust survivor comes home to Israel
DIASPORA AFFAIRS: From fleeing Nazi persecution as a baby to building a life in the US, Morton Pancer’s journey has brought him to Israel at age 86.
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politics
Trump says Irish unification would be ‘fantastic,’ will happen ‘eventually’
On two-day visit, US president says 'it may as well happen now'; thousands of protesters wave Palestinian flags as Irish president denounces normalization of 'war and genocide'
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sports
Hajrullahu earns Argos 26-23 win over Redblacks
Lirim Hajrullahu's 29-yard field goal on the game's final play earned the Toronto Argonauts a 26-23 win over the hard-luck Ottawa Redblacks on Saturday afternoon.
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politics
Saudi Arabia closes East-West pipeline as Houthis tighten grip on Red Sea
Saudi Arabia on Saturday shut down the vital East-West pipeline after the conduit came under attack in the widening Middle East war, threatening to send energy prices soaring. The 1,200-km pipeline…
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general
Prison riot fire in Kurdish-majority town kills at least seven in Syria
Inmates reportedly set blaze fearing they would be transferred from Kobane jail amid protests over killing of former Kurdish fighter; monitor puts death toll at 9
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politics
Baghdad confirms attack on Saudi pipeline came from Iraq
Saudi Arabia has said it will not retaliate and wants Iraq to "take the necessary measures." Baghdad is under pressure from the United States to rein in Iran-backed militias.
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politics
Second crypto billionaire donates record $49m to far-right Reform UK
The two donations increase the total sum of money pledged to Reform since Friday to $97m.
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politics
Trump's childhood home sells for nearly $2 million
President Trump’s New York City childhood home sold for $1.93 million following renovations that transformed the previously damaged property. The Tudor-style house was bought by an undisclosed buyer…
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sports
U.S. women beat Spain 76-66 to reach the FIBA World Cup final against France
Breanna Stewart scored 16 points and Kahleah Copper added 13 to help the U.S. beat Spain 76-66, advancing to the championship game of the women's FIBA World Cup.
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sports
Toothless Spurs blank again as new era turns into a false dawn
Toothless Spurs' draw a blank again and are now in danger of seeing a brave new era turn into a false dawn, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
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general
Amid War In Ukraine, Hasidic Jews Gather 'To Pray And Dance' For New Year's Holiday
The Ukrainian city of Uman has welcomed around 40,000 Hasidic pilgrims for the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah, in spite of the ongoing threat of Russian strikes. During the holiday, pilgrims from…
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business
'Skimpflation' warning as tinned mackerel alternative hits more supermarket shelves
Consumer group Which? has called the sale of jack mackerel, a cheaper, less nutritious species of fish, an example of "skimpflation".
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business
Sunday shows preview: Republicans talk strategy as midterms approach; Iran conflict, Canada trade war leave economy in flux
Republican leaders traveled to Dallas this week for the GOP’s midterm convention, fueling the party's President Trump-forward midterm strategy, as the party fights to maintain control in both chambers…
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science
Fossilized 10,000-year-old mastodon tooth found by California scientist
Molar from large mammal that once lived in North America is in ‘immaculate condition’ after discovery in Bay Area A 10,000 year-old tooth in remarkable condition from an ancient Pacific mastodon, a…
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politics
Irish leaders react after Trump says he'd 'love' to see a unified Ireland
President Donald Trump sparked the ire of some Irish leaders shortly after his arrival in Dublin Saturday when he expressed an interest in seeing a unified Ireland.
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general
Russian attacks kill six, injure dozens in Ukraine, Moscow says it hits ships, plants
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business
OpenAI's Sam Altman says it would be 'ill-advised' to go public in 2026
Article URL: https://techcrunch.com/2026/09/12/openais-sam-altman-says-it-would-be-ill-advised-to-go-public-in-2026/ Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49676849 Points: 9 # Comments: 3
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politics
Talarico rips Trump's 'corny nicknames' for opponents in Kimmel interview
Texas Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico brushed off President Trump's nickname for him, "Talafreako," in an interview posted online by late-night host Jimmy Kimmel. “I think his nicknames are…
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sports
Only Roland Garros towel left, says Ukraine tennis player after Russian strike hits flat
Dayana Yastremska says her flat took a "direct hit" by a Russian missile in Odesa, and all that left was her Roland Garros towel.
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entertainment
More F1 pain for Piastri after 'pretty shocking' qualifying in Spain
Oscar Piastri's increasingly underwhelming Formula 1 season takes another bad turn in Madrid, with a "pretty shocking" qualifying lap at the Spanish Grand Prix.
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general
100 years later, Iowa book that made Ruth Suckow famous is being revived
Ruth Suckow's remarkable collection 'Iowa Interiors' returns in a special centennial edition, featuring captivating new illustrations by talented artist Claudia McGehee. To complement the reissue, the…
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technology
Anthropic CEO calls for slowdown of AI development amid safety concerns
In a blog post, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei cautioned that swarms of rogue AI agents could take over the internet in as little as six months.
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general
Israel’s Steinberg, Kantor win gold and silver at Windsurfing World Championships
Two women take the podium, as Tamar Steinberg scores her third gold medal this year, says she plans to go all the way to LA 2028
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entertainment
Céline Dion makes historic Paris comeback, six years after last tour
Beloved French Canadian singer Céline Dion on Saturday returned to the stage after years battling a rare neurological disorder with a sell-out concert in an arena west of Paris. The 58-year-old…
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entertainment
‘Woman Unknown’ wins Gold Lion at Venice Film Festival
Danish filmmaker May el-Toukhy’s post-war drama Woman Unknown won the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival on Saturday, with its star Mathilde Arcel also taking best actress honours in a rare…
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sports
Hodgkinson second to Werro after hamstring tear
Keely Hodgkinson is again denied a major prize by rival Audrey Werro - but reveals she had to overcome a torn hamstring to make the start line at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship.
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politics
Do not call her a racist: anti-Pauline Hanson strategists tell campaigners character attacks won’t work in Victoria
Exclusive: strategic rethink urges progressive activists to respectfully steer one-on-one conversations with One Nation supporters towards economic concerns Get our breaking news email, free app or…
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politics
Labor has had 12 years to fix Victorian roads. Turning to ‘pothole populism’ now may be too late
Potholed roads are ‘devastating political advertising’ for the Victorian government – but Ben Carrol’s made them the focus of his campaign Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast…
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business
‘Small price to pay’: The young homeowners welcoming falling house prices even as it hurts them
Some buyers say they are ready to absorb the fallout of housing weakness if it means boosting home ownership across the board Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Falling…
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politics
NSW government paid for homeless man to be sent back to New Zealand instead of offering housing
Local council and state government attempting to move on residents living in an encampment by the river in Wagga Wagga Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The New South Wales…
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general
From the archive: Are Mexicans really always late?
Time in Mexico can be pretty flexible in terms of punctuality, but there are some things that even Mexicans aren't late for, writes Sarah DeVries.
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general
Israel bombs southern Lebanon as talks postponed
The next round of talks between Israel and Lebanon, mediated by the US, has been postponed.
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politics
Milan Jewish woman describes what it's like to be Jewish amid rising antisemitism - interview
"Why do our children have to go to school every day under heavy police escort?" Dalia Gubbay, Vice President of the Jewish Community of Milan, said.
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sports
Jays’ Cease replaces painting in skipper’s office
The "Eve of Toronto" has a followup. And it's providing plenty of colour on the wall in Blue Jays manager John Schneider's office.
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entertainment
Gaza genocide documentary ‘NAZA’ wins Special Jury Prize at Venice
‘NAZA’, a documentary about Israel’s genocide in Gaza, has won the Special Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival.
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politics
US court blocks Trump administration plan to cut disaster agency workforce
US President Donald Trump has said he would like to abolish the agency.
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politics
Ukraine preparing for war-ending talks to resume in October, Zelensky aide says
Ukraine has been fighting off a Russian invasion for more than four and a half years.
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general
Delays, cancellations over fire on Auckland's City Rail Link on first day of operation
Passengers are now able to stop at Waitematā Station following the fire, which was started by an electrical cable
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politics
US judge rules that Trump plan to halve FEMA workforce violated law
U.S. District Judge Susan Illston wrote the U.S. Department of Homeland Security acted unlawfully by usurping FEMA's authority over its own personnel.
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politics
Bahrain says it will not participate in Iran’s proposed Hormuz meeting
Iran tells Al Jazeera that Monday's meeting is a sign of 'good intentions' towards neighbouring countries.
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politics
BRICS, Oman talks reveal how Gulf states are preparing for Iran’s next phase - analysis
From the BRICS summit in India to planned talks in Oman, regional powers are looking for a path forward as tensions with Iran continue to reshape the Middle East.
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politics
Trump Demands Smithsonian Install ‘Colossus’ George Washington Statue
The president’s latest attack on the National Museum of American History reflects his longstanding desire for “patriotic” history.
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politics
Trump asks Smithsonian to install ‘Colossus statue’ of George Washington with exhibit
Trump, again trying to curate museum, says exhibit would stay until 2032 for 300th anniversary of Washington’s birth Donald Trump asked the Smithsonian Institution to install a 30ft “Colossus statue”…
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sports
More dropped points at Anfield - is it too early for Liverpool to worry?
Liverpool have failed to win either of their first two Premier League games at Anfield. But is it too early to worry?
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politics
Former Army secretary praises Ukraine in 1st public appearance since resigning
During his 18 months as Army secretary, Dan Driscoll pushed the U.S. military to apply lessons from the war in Ukraine.
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politics
Will Houthi advances in Yemen give Iran leverage in its war with the US?
The Iranian ally seizes Yemen's Red Sea coast, cementing their hold on the Bab al-Mandeb strait.
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entertainment
Danish WWII drama wins Golden Lion at Venice Film Festival
A Danish WWII drama about a woman trying to hide a wartime relationship with a Nazi was awared top prize on Saturday at The Venice Film Festival, while Gaza documentary NAZA snagged the special jury…
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general
Liffey Swim winner ‘surprised’ as annual race becomes focal point of new Liffey Festival
This year’s swim is part of the inaugural Dublin City Council Liffey Festival, running over the weekend
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politics
French Rafale jets take flight for 40,000-kilometre mission over three-continents
Four French Rafale fighter jets have embarked on a 40-day mission spanning three continents, highlighting France’s ability to deploy its air power around the world while strengthening cooperation with…
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politics
Trump says Canada ‘wants to make a deal very badly’
U.S. President Donald Trump says Canada wants a deal with Washington “very badly” and suggested an agreement could come “fairly soon” if trade concerns are resolved.
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general
Maratha quota activist Jarange's Mumbai march to clash with Ganesh festival
Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange’s Mumbai march to clash with Ganesh festival
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politics
Afghan woman deported in first use of US Alien Terrorist Removal Court
Court was created in 1996, but had never been used before Nazira Haji Zada’s case.
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politics
Iran's war didn't end. It changed units.
The ongoing conflict between the United States and Iran remains characterized by unverified claims of success and ambiguous thresholds for escalation despite six months of military exchanges and…
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general
Explosions Heard Off The Coast Of Iran's Qeshm Island
In recent weeks, Iran has been targeting oil tankers passing through the strategic waterway as well as US bases in the Gulf countries.
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technology
AI, jets, drones: IAI chairman Boaz Levy describes future battlefield, air force - interview
Levy said that he expects the future of air dominance to involve more satellites, AI, robots, and missiles, with fewer clear boundaries between the front and the rear.
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general
Former US detention officer charged with 20 counts of felony forgery
Michael Diehl allegedly forged magistrates’ signatures in North Carolina to allow enough time for ICE to take custody of prisoners A former Guilford county detention officer in North Carolina faces…
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politics
Opinion: Opinion | Building BRICS In New Delhi
For India as the host nation, chairing the summit tests the core tenet of its modern foreign policy: strategic autonomy.
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politics
Iraq probes drone strikes on Saudi Arabia, shuts three crossings to Iran
PM Ali al-Zaidi dismisses commander, orders investigation into operations command in Maysan province, bordering Iran.
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general
Death Toll From Ferry Fire in the Philippines Rises to 76
Rescuers were still searching for victims days after a fire broke out on the June Aster en route to a popular tourist site. At least 43 people survived.
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politics
Prisoners protest in Syria's Kobani after Kurdish soldier's murder test al-Sharaa's - analysis
This is the latest in Syria's tensions, while it also reveals the concerns many Kurds have about how the new government resolves crises.
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general
Saudi pipeline attack exposes growing power of Iran-backed militias - analysis
Iraq’s confirmation that an attack on Saudi energy infrastructure originated from its territory has raised new questions over the power of Iran-backed militias.
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general
No signed Hormuz deal expected yet from Oman, Gulf States meeting on Monday, Iranian official says
The meeting, which will not count on the presence of all the Gulf states, aims to find a solution to the situation in the Strait of Hormuz.
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general
BRICS summit: Iran, UAE, others urge restraint over Middle East escalation
The BRICS summit opened with a call for maximum restraint over escalating Middle East tensions, as the bloc sought consensus among members including Iran and the UAE.
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politics
Britain’s sanctions on Israeli settlements reveal hypocrisy of its ‘occupation’ policy - opinion
Britain’s settlement sanctions risk damaging ties with Israel while exposing a glaring double standard.
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business
The boycott was meant to isolate Israeli settlements - it is doing the opposite - opinion
Decades of boycotts have generated headlines but failed to change Israel, while inspiring Americans to strengthen economic ties with Judea and Samaria.
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business
Israeli AI startup founder pleads guilty to $27 million fraud scheme in New York
Ilit Razt, the founder and former Chief Executive Officer of Joonko, made false claims about the company’s customers and revenue to raise around $27 million in funding from investors.
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sports
Norris takes Madrid pole with 'gorgeous' lap
Lando Norris takes a superb pole position for McLaren at the Spanish Grand Prix, beating Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli and Red Bull's Max Verstappen.
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entertainment
Retired Israeli theater, film star Yossi Pollak dies aged 81
Veteran Israeli performer Yossi Pollak, who worked in film, television, theater, and directing, has died after a career spanning more than four decades.
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politics
Anthropic boss Dario Amodei calls for AI development to slow down
Amodei's call comes amid growing concerns that AI models may become able to inflict serious damage worldwide.
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technology
Anthropic CEO outlines plan to ‘pace the frontier’
What would it actually look like to "pace the frontier"?
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politics
Trump Catastrophically Miscalculated in Georgia
The president incubated the career of one of his greatest critics.
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politics
Graham accepts debate with Andrews after challenger pushes for more
Sen. Darline Graham (R-S.C.) announced Friday she plans to debate her Democratic challenger in South Carolina’s Senate race, pediatrician Annie Andrews, ahead of November's elections. “I’m in,” Graham…
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general
Parents ‘full of fear’, funeral of teenager killed in Co Clare hit-and-run told
Bryan Lowe (17) remembered as a ‘kind and caring young man’
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business
As Iran proxies activate in Yemen and Iraq, Trump’s Mideast morass deepens
Two of the most important corridors for international energy shipments are blocked by Iran and its proxies, oil prices are up and the global economy is reeling.
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technology
At least 76,000 flee fighting in Yemen since July, UN says
At least 76,000 people have been displaced in Yemen since July, with the number quadrupling in the past week as fighting flared between government forces and Iran-backed Houthi rebels, the United…
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politics
Erdogan hints at larger nuclear partnership with Russia, unsettling Turkey's allies
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is signalling a move to expand nuclear power cooperation with Russia, just as his country’s first Russian-built nuclear station prepares to go live later this…
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general
Iran used Chinese-sourced satellite images to target US bases, intelligence reveals - report
Iran obtained satellite imagery of US bases from Chinese sources ahead of a strike that killed three US servicemen, according to a report from The Wall Street Journal.
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entertainment
Céline Dion fever grips Paris as fans prepare for comeback concerts
Canadian megastar Céline Dion kicks off the first of 16 sold-out concerts at the Plenitude Arena in Paris on Saturday, as fans who missed out on tickets find other ways to enjoy the singer's presence…
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politics
US court rejects Trump’s emergency order keeping Michigan coal plant open
The ruling says the Energy Department exceeded its authority by extending the plant’s operation.
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general
Rival protests in Portsmouth as face masks banned
Rival demonstrators march through Portsmouth as new police powers come into force.
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science
New virus detected in a tick invasive to the US. Should we be concerned?
Since first being discovered in the U.S. in 2017, the tick has spread to more than two dozen states.
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politics
Iran used Chinese satellite images for attack on US base in Jordan, says report
Iran used high-resolution satellite imagery provided by Chinese entities to carry out its attack on an American base in Jordan that killed three US troops in July, the Wall Street Journal reported…
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general
Trump Says Irish Unification Would Be ‘Fantastic,’ Breaking With Precedent
The United States is officially neutral on an issue that had been a source of decades of violence in Northern Ireland until a 1998 peace deal.
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