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politics
Germany’s far-right AfD makes gains in local elections, fended off by mainstream parties
The nationalist, anti-immigrant AfD siphoned off votes from Germany’s mainstream parties in the northwestern state, home to 8 million people. The election was seen as a test of the AfD’s recent surge
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politics
Trump no longer at record low in approval rating, but Republicans losing grasp on Congress - poll
The poll showed 63% of Americans disapproved of Trump's offer made in his convention speech that he would ensure all Americans get a $5,000 dividend if Republicans retain control of Congress.
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entertainment
Israel has the horrific evidence. Where is the international campaign? - comment
NAZA draws on anonymous testimony from soldiers and intelligence personnel who say the army calculated expected civilian deaths before airstrikes and proceeded with them anyway.
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general
Oil tanker exploded after colliding with mines in Hormuz, Iran's Fars reports
An oil tanker exploded and caught fire after colliding with mines in the Strait of Hormuz, Iran's IRGC said, according to Fars, without saying when the incident occurred.
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general
Nvidia’s Jensen Huang Gets Onstage Call From Trump, Who Dismissed A.I. Safety Concerns
Mr. Trump called Jensen Huang, Nvidia’s chief executive, while Mr. Huang was onstage in Los Angeles and criticized calls to slow down and regulate A.I.
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technology
US Space Force confirms weapons deployed in space for first time
The US Space Force has confirmed for the first time that Washington has weapons deployed in orbit, as the United States, China and Russia expand military capabilities in space. The disclosure…
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general
Likud says it will request to ban Arab parties from running in elections
The Likud stated that it would file the requests for the parties' disqualifications, and that "there is no place in the Knesset for those who harm IDF soldiers."
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general
Child sex offender wins bid to stay in New Zealand
The man pleaded guilty to performing indecent acts on a child in 2023.
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politics
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang tells Trump ‘we’re not going to let [an AI slowdown] happen’
Though Elon Musk and Sam Altman have supported Dario Amodei's calls to slow the pace of AI development, Jensen Huang seems to feel differently.
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politics
Chile validated as first South American country to eliminate dog-transmitted rabies
Chile has become the first South American country to eliminate dog-transmitted rabies to humans, according to the World Health Organization
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politics
Trump blames rise in diesel prices on Ukrainian strikes against Russian oil refineries
President Trump is demanding that Ukraine stop targeting Russian oil refineries, claiming the strikes are raising the price of diesel. CBS News' Ed O'Keefe and Aaron MacLean have more.
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general
RCMP seize more than 2,000 lbs. of cannabis from B.C. man in Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan RCMP officers seized more than 1,900 lbs. of dried, illegal cannabis, as well as hashish and THC resin from the man who was heading eastbound on Highway 1.
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politics
Australia politics live: Hastie accuses Hanson of avoiding media; Anthony Albanese and King Charles speak
Follow the day’s news live Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast The South Australian premier, Peter Malinauskas, says there is optimism that steel making will continue in his…
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politics
Democrats seek to bar Otzma Yehudit from election as polls show continued deadlock
Left-wing party accuses Ben Gvir’s slate of racism and of eroding state institutions; polls leave both blocs short of 61, as Yashar No. 2 floats coalition with Smotrich, post-Netanyahu Likud
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general
'The aroha in this room': Learning te reo Māori through waiata creates connection
Pākehā, tauiwi and Māori reconnecting with their whakapapa come together at the weekly te reo Māori class.
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politics
Trump vowed to identify more of the donors to his ballroom project. That hasn’t happened yet.
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has repeatedly promised to share the names of the private donors funding his massive ballroom.
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technology
Bob Mackie, fashion designer for the stars, dies at 87
Hollywood designer Bob Mackie, known for making stars such as Cher and Elton John sparkle, died on Monday at 87, according to a post on his official Instagram account. His career spanned five…
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politics
B.C.’s deficit forecast up $450M to $13.8B after calculation errors on gas royalties
The British Columbia deficit forecast has grown by about $450 million to $13.8 billion, largely because of a "calculation error" on natural gas royalties.
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entertainment
Iconic designer Bob Mackie dies at 87. See photos of legendary stars he dressed.
Dubbed the "Designer to the Stars," Bob Mackie won nine Emmy Awards, a Tony Award and was nominated for three Oscars.
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politics
British Crown symbol was branded on enslaved Africans, research finds
The findings are part of a project documenting British involvement in the slave trade between the 16th and 19th Centuries.
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politics
Beijing threatens ‘serious consequences’ after Panama lawmakers support Taiwan
China has warned Panama of “serious consequences” after most of the country’s lawmakers set up a parliamentary exchange group with Taiwan, defying pressure from Beijing’s embassy and a public…
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business
US repeals rules limiting greenhouse gas emissions by power plants
The Trump administration says it could save power plants more than $300bn and 'unleash' American energy.
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science
Our Changing World: H5/N1 is here, what will it mean for our wildlife?
Pukekura headland is a hotspot for native wildlife. But with H5N1 bird flu creeping closer, what's the plan to protect it?
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general
Pennsylvania's growing measles outbreak
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Healthcare Healthcare The Big Story Pennsylvania sees third measles-associated death A coroner in Pennsylvania reported another death tied to the state’s…
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business
Trump phones Nvidia’s Huang at All-In Summit, calls data center opposition a ‘hoax’
President Trump has been using his social media site to sound off on Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's suggestion that the AI industry slow its pace of development.
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business
The oil market is sending an increasingly loud warning about gas prices at the pump
Oil buyers are paying much more to get a barrel of crude oil immediately as the Iran conflict threatens global supplies.
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politics
India refuses to accept Asia Cup cricket trophy from Pakistani minister
After winning the women's cricket crown in Dubai, the Indian team leaves the field without collecting the trophy because it was to be handed over by Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Moshin Naqvi.
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technology
The classic Chinese parenting playbook won’t survive the AI age
Like many Hong Kong parents, Ms Ng spends her weekend shuttling her eight-year-old son from one tutoring class to another across the city, hoping to strengthen his academic performance. Across Chinese…
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entertainment
Legendary costume designer Bob Mackie dies aged 87
The "Sultan of Sequins" created iconic and dazzling costumes for stars including Cher, Tina Turner and Elton John.
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business
Not all tech is under fire in Monday's selling, while investors seek refuge in defensive stocks
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
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politics
Rights group accuses Israel of dismantling 'Palestinian existence' in West Bank
Israeli rights group B'Tselem said Monday that Israeli actions in the occupied West Bank form part of a greater project designed to make it impossible for Palestinians to exist together as a people…
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general
Riviera Maya regains its color as sargassum subsides
Slowly but surely, the Riviera Maya has begun to regain the clear turquoise waters that underpin much of its tourist appeal, following several months of massive sargassum arrivals along the Quintana…
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politics
Israeli filmmaker of 'NAZA' under scrutiny over longstanding ties to Hamas-linked activist
In 2019, Avraham reached out to Alnaouq to discuss what young people in the Gaza Strip think about politics in Gaza. Alnaouq serves as vice president of Hamas-linked Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor.
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politics
Bell AI data centre in Sask. expanding, set to bring in over $50B in investment
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe made the announcement alongside Prime Minister Mark Carney at Canada's first-ever national investment summit in Toronto.
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general
Why talks in Oman between Iran and Gulf Arab states were postponed
Hopes for a breakthrough on the Iran war have taken a hit after talks in Oman between Iran-Gulf nations were postponed.
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politics
US blocks Iran nuclear chief from attending key Vienna conference
Iran accuses US of pressuring Austria to revoke visa for Mohammad Eslami, calling it a violation of member state rights.
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science
Mosquito sightings put Iceland on alert against buggy invaders
The geography and climate of Iceland have prevented mosquitoes from establishing a foothold. But recent discoveries in the wilds have made locals wary.
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politics
More than 1500 apply for skilled migrant visa in first two weeks
Immigration minister Erica Stanford says more than 200 early childhood education teachers are among the applicants.
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technology
A single firm is behind OpenAI, Anthropic, and Meta hacking scandals
Article URL: https://www.effort.news/irregular Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49704132 Points: 75 # Comments: 24
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politics
Israel probing Naza film on Gaza for treason, inciting anti-Semitism
Film alleges mass civilian deaths routinely built into military decisions amid Israel's genocidal war on Gaza.
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entertainment
Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran tour after 'Free Palestine' speech
The US rapper was condemned by Jewish groups after making comments criticising Israel.
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science
US has weapons deployed in orbit, Space Force says, for ‘offensive and defensive’ use
The United States has weapons deployed in space, the US Space Force said on Monday, confirming the presence of such capabilities in orbit for the first time. “The US has on-orbit space control weapons…
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sports
Yemen: Fact-checking videos claiming to show Houthi rebel attacks
A video claiming to show Houthi rebels ambushing Saudi-backed mercenaries has racked up major views on X. But the FRANCE 24 Observers found it is actually footage of 2024 Houthi military drills. The…
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business
AI 'kill switch' may need to be mandatory, Anthropic co-founder says
Jack Clark says "most labs have different ways of being able to pull the plug", but says this may need to be a requirement.
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politics
WATCH: Celine Dion, Bob Mackie, Usher and Chris Brown: Here's what's trending
ABC News' Rocsi Diaz takes a look at what's buzzing in pop culture, including Dion performing her first full concert in six years and Hollywood losing the man who taught it how to sparkle.
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politics
Russian oligarch paid for parts of Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding celebration: Report
Bettina Anderson characterized it as an "extremely generous wedding gift from a friend."
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technology
Critics slam Newfoundland, Quebec power agreement as MLA leaves party
Government member Keith Russell rose to tell his colleagues he was leaving the governing Progressive Conservatives to represent his Labrador district as an Independent.
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politics
Trump nominates Wesley Hunt to Saudi Arabia ambassador post
President Trump on Monday nominated Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-Texas) to serve as U.S. ambassador to Saudi Arabia. Trump sent the nominations of Hunt and a slew of other individuals to the Senate, which has…
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politics
'The very existence of LGBTQI people is seen as obscene', Turkish activist says
Turkish police on Sunday swooped on gay bars and the homes of LGBTQ activists, arresting at least 60 people in raids authorities said were aimed at boosting traditional family values, officials and…
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sports
Graham & Ure make Pocognoli's first Scotland squad
Stoke City centre-half Luke Graham and Sevilla striker Robbie Ure will receive their first full Scotland call-ups on Tuesday when Sebastien Pocognoli names his first squad as head coach.
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sports
Manchester derby VAR officials stood down from weekend Premier League games
The chief refereeing officer stands down two VAR officials involved in Man City's win at United from upcoming EPL games.
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technology
Anthropic co-founder says the governments should play a role in AI regulation
Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark is the latest tech leader to speak out about regulating AI. He told the BBC in an exclusive interview that the private companies should work with governments on policy…
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entertainment
Chicago police officer suspended after hurling insult at and unlawfully searching a pedestrian, review finds
A Chicago police officer unlawfully stopped and searched a student walking home from the bus, telling him and the person he was with that they were targeted because they were “ugly as f---,” according…
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general
Halifax police investigating daylight shooting, no injuries reported
Halifax Regional Police says it's investigating reports of gunfire in the north end of the city.
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technology
2 men dead in separate hikes in Banff National Park: RCMP
The first man was found with climbing equipment and a helmet, with Parks Canada saying he was a hiking guide but was off-duty at the time of his death.
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politics
China says AI CEOs' call for a slowdown is 'fear mongering'
Chinese state media's reports of the daily press conference also noted that all groups should work together for AI openness and inclusivity.
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politics
What could stop the Houthis’ advance across Yemen?
Iran-backed group seized areas on Red Sea coastline.
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technology
Nova Scotia aims to reduce mammogram wait times, enhance women’s health care
Nova Scotia has unveiled initiatives aimed at improving women's health care, including efforts to reduce wait times for breast screening.
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technology
Regina police employee accused of improperly accessing information in databases
A civilian employee at the Regina Police Service is facing a non-criminal charge after improperly using her access to private, police information multiple times.
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general
'Jews are welcome, Zionist are not,' say owners of Vietnamese restaurant in Colorado
The restaurant responded in its post's comment section, stating that "everyone is welcome at Sap Sua, except for anyone who aligns with the genocidal apartheid ethno-supremacist regime of Israel."
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politics
Warren to rip Clarity Act on Senate floor ahead of key preliminary vote
Sen. Elizabeth Warren will call the latest Clarity Act ethics proposal blessed by Trump a "weak fig leaf."
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politics
Kennedy Center warns of bankruptcy unless Trump’s name is added to building
The board said Trump is 'unlikely' to financially rescue the center otherwise.
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business
Nigeria's Dangote refinery kicks off blockbuster IPO
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote launched the biggest-ever share sale on the African continent, listing 4.1 billion shares in his Lagos refinery on the stock exchange. He framed it as a "people's…
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technology
Jeffries calls on Congress to stay in Washington to address AI concerns
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) is calling on House GOP leaders to remain in Washington to allow Congress to consider new limits on AI companies following dire warnings from industry…
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politics
Trump administration repeals Biden era greenhouse gas requirements for power plants
President Donald Trump has systemically dismantled regulations implemented by the Obama and Biden administrations that sought to fight climate change.
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general
Prince Harry’s children moving to new school after just 2 days over security concerns
The children of Britain’s Prince Harry and his wife Meghan are to swap schools after just two days because of concerns over the security of transporting them, the couple’s spokesperson said on…
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politics
Why 3 years after Oct. 7, antisemitism in Canada remains at an alarming high
Amid a spate of attacks against Jewish targets in Toronto and Montreal, many Canadian Jews and their allies question whether the government is doing enough
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science
Trump throws out power plant climate pollution rules
The Environmental Protection Agency announced its plans today to kill any remaining standards on how much greenhouse gas pollution power plants are allowed to emit in the US. The move will only make…
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business
OpenAI buys smartphone camera maker Glass Imaging for $300 million, report says
Glass Imaging was founded by a pair of former Apple engineers who previously led the team that developed Apple's Portrait Mode.
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business
Inside the Houthis’ expanding war economy in Yemen
The Houthis have restructured Yemen's commercial sector, securing billions in revenue amid a humanitarian crisis.
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general
Austria denies entry to Iranian official after UN ruling
Iran accused Austria of reversing its approval of an Iranian delegation to the IAEA under external pressure.
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sports
Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran tour following Palestine advocacy
Gillette Stadium owner cites concerns over Macklemore's rhetoric as reason for barring him from performances.
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politics
EU to bring in minimum age limit of 15 to set up social-media accounts
Tech giants will be required to verify age of users under draft proposals due this week
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politics
Pro-IRGC Muslim cleric shot dead in southeastern Iran, 'active in fight against Zionism' - report
IRNA quoted a local governor as saying Gorgij "was active in the fight against divisive elements and Zionism," a description suggesting the cleric was pro-government.
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entertainment
‘Fauda’ is Lebanon’s top show on Netflix as it thrives across Arab world
The latest season of the Israeli series 'Fauda' has become a hit around the world and even hit number one on Netflix in Lebanon.
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general
Israel's High Court signals it will not order police probe into 2023 death of Yuval Kestelman
After hearing both sides on Monday, the three-justice panel urged the family to withdraw its petition. The family declined and requested a reasoned judgment.
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politics
Saudi Arabia threatened from two fronts as CENTCOM meeting grows in importance - analysis
Riyadh is juggling challeneges as Houthis advance and Iranian negotiations with Gulf states are postponed. Reliance on US CENTCOM grows increasingly important for the Kingdom.
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science
‘NYT’ coverage framed Israel as ‘sole aggressor,’ Palestinians as ‘passive victims,’ study finds
The study, How The New York Times Framed the War Between Israel and Hamas, was published in the academic journal Studies in Conflict & Terrorism last week.
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general
A good deal in bad neighborhoods: Why the Gulf’s best bet remains in Jerusalem - opinion
Through what is its longest war, Israel has done what few thought possible: cemented itself as an undisputed, stable economic powerhouse in the world’s most dangerous and unstable neighborhood.
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politics
Ontario’s English Catholic teachers schedule strike vote as talks stall
Talks with the major education unions are largely stalled as the Ontario Labour Relations Board is looking at the issue of which topics should be bargained centrally.
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business
No collusion in sectarian killing but multiple police failings in murder inquiry
Robert Hamill died after he was beaten by loyalists in Portadown, County Armagh.
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business
Trump says no need for more AI regulation, slams Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei
The Trump administration has encouraged AI's rapid growth and the development of data centers as it seeks an insurmountable tech edge over China.
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politics
EU Commission mulls revision of Schengen visa rules and fees
The European Commission is planning a revision of Schengen rules on short-stay visas to make the EU’s visa policy "more coherent, secure and effective, while facilitating legitimate travel".
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politics
EU Commission mulls revision of Schengen visa rules and fees
The European Commission is planning a revision of Schengen rules on short-stay visas to make the EU’s visa policy "more coherent, secure and effective, while facilitating legitimate travel".
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politics
EU Commission mulls revision of Schengen visa rules and fees
The European Commission is planning a revision of Schengen rules on short-stay visas to make the EU’s visa policy "more coherent, secure and effective, while facilitating legitimate travel".
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politics
EU Commission mulls revision of Schengen visa rules and fees
The European Commission is planning a revision of Schengen rules on short-stay visas to make the EU’s visa policy "more coherent, secure and effective, while facilitating legitimate travel".
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general
4 people hospitalized after a crane collapsed at a Miami construction site: Officials
Officials say four people were hospitalized after a crane collapsed at a Miami construction site
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business
Key West Feels the Pain of Trump Decision on Haitians
The end of legal protections for Haitian immigrants nationally has jolted the labor market in this remote vacation destination in Florida where many live and work.
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business
Waymo opens robotaxi service in Las Vegas
Las Vegas will be Waymo's 15th commercial robotaxi market.
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politics
Trump says Ukraine and Russia agreed not to hit energy targets
"The World's Diesel price rise is mostly caused by the Russia/Ukraine War, not Iran," Trump said in a social media post.
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business
Tech stocks slump after AI execs call for industry slowdown
The Nasdaq slid 1% on Monday after AI company executives called for a slowdown in developing the technology.
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business
What's next for oil refiners after an unprecedented run to all-time highs
Refiners don't care what crude costs. They care about the crack spread. Right now, those margins look like the ultimate holiday bonus.
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science
NASA Kicks Off Inspiration Tour with Steelers vs. Falcons Game
Fans pose for a photo with an astronaut in the NASA Experience Zone at an NFL game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Atlanta Falcons at Acrisure Stadium, Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, in Pittsburgh…
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technology
Tech Stocks Tumble After AI Leaders Call for Industry to Slow Down
Companies at the forefront of artificial intelligence in Asia, Europe and the United States posted declines after tech leaders expressed worries about the safety of “frontier” A.I. technology.
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politics
HKMU powers ahead with new Shenzhen Research Institute
[The content of this article has been produced by our advertising partner.] Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is strengthening its research footprint in the Greater Bay Area with the…
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politics
Iran tried to intimidate Saudi Arabia - it may have made Riyadh more powerful instead - opinion
Iran can make the Strait of Hormuz more dangerous, push oil prices higher, and pressure US President Donald Trump through American gas prices. But Tehran’s ability to profit has been crippled.
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general
Russian Strike on Train Station Near Ukraine-Poland Border Seen as Warning to Kyiv’s Allies
The attack on Ukraine’s rail network, which connects the country to the West, was a jab at Europe, officials said.
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technology
Trump dismisses concerns over AI dangers
The US president said calls to slow down AI development are a "sick conspiracy," claiming that they only serve China. Market leaders have warned of the dangers of the technology's development pace.
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politics
International justice 'can't be erased' despite US sanctions: ICC prosecutor
The International Criminal Court (ICC) is facing US sanctions since deciding to issue arrest warrants over alleged war crimes in Gaza. Mame Mandiaye Niang, the Senegalese magistrate who has been…
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politics
Ukraine and Russia have agreed not to hit energy targets, Trump claims – Europe live
US president blames conflict, and ‘not Iran’, for spike in US diesel prices Jennifer Rankin in Brussels and Charlotte Higgins and Amy Hawkins in Kyiv Catching up with other news from across Europe…
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