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politics
Protesters gather outside Dutch Embassy to Israel wanting answers on Netanyahu-Rutte Oct. 7 call
A statement from the Foreign Ministry on October 7 said that Netanyahu had spoken with both Rutte earlier in the day, and he had "expressed full support for Israel's right to defend itself."
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general
Man pleads not guilty to attempted murder of two Jewish men in London
Essa Suleiman, a Somalia-born British citizen, pleaded not guilty to attempted murder charges over a knife attack in April in which two Jewish men were stabbed.
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politics
For FM Gideon Sa'ar, Israel's diplomatic battlefield is as important as the military one
FOREIGN AFFAIRS: Israel's foreign minister tells the Post about his effort to move embassies to Jerusalem and his drive to protect Israel’s interests in a complex international arena.
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technology
U.S. appeals court upholds Pentagon designation of Anthropic as supply chain risk
In a 2-1 decision, a federal appeals court upheld the Department of Defense's blacklisting of Anthropic.
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technology
Truckers, commuters protest in Portugal against soaring fuel prices
LISBON, Sept 25 - Hundreds of truckers took part in a \"go-slow\" convoy along a motorway in north-central Portugal on Friday, while commuters blared their horns on Lisbon's main bridge to protest…
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politics
Colombia's new US-backed government cuts ties with Iran
Colombia said on Thursday it had cut diplomatic ties with Iran, the latest Washington ally in Latin America to sever links with the US arch-foe. Colombia's new right-wing president, Abelardo de la…
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politics
Iran proposes a 7-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Iran's president says Tehran wants a deal with the U.S. before November's midterm elections, as the regime puts an offer on the table.
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politics
Japan says Trump voiced concern over weak yen in summit with PM Takaichi
US President Donald Trump raised concerns about yen weakness at a summit with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Japan’s Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama said on Friday, offering an unusually…
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entertainment
Tracking the nor'easter: Your forecast for this weekend
Millions in the Northeast are bracing for a powerful nor'easter set to bring pounding rain and strong winds to the region through the weekend.
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politics
Supreme Court allows Trump administration to use expanded database for potential voter purges
The Supreme Court permitted the Trump administration to expand a federal database containing citizenship information, as it encourages states to purge people from voter rolls.
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general
17-year-old shot dead near his high school, no arrests
A high school senior was shot and killed down the street from Westbury High School in Houston on Friday morning, authorities said.
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technology
Sony and UMG are suing Suno again
Suno’s AI vocalists could learn a thing or two from this glitchy image. | Image: Cath Virginia / The Verge, Getty Images Sony and Universal Music Group filed yet another suit against Suno. The labels…
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entertainment
Ed Sheeran's next US concerts cancelled due to storm warning
The star's concerts in Massachusetts on Friday and Saturday are cancelled after severe weather warnings.
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politics
Orange Order granted permission to march down Garvaghy Road for first time since 1997
Local residents have pledged to ‘mobilise’ if Parades Commission approved march
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business
Microsoft packages business AI in single app as it tries to compete with Anthropic
With Microsoft still searching for a winning AI strategy, the company its updating its Copilot app to combine more capabilities.
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business
‘Unusual odour’ from sewer prompts late-night evacuations in Middle Sackville
HRM says the the smell, which originated at a catch basin, came from a petroleum-based substance. The municipality is warning people to dispose of hazardous materials properly.
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politics
‘What does money from a Super PAC actually buy?’: our reporters are answering your election questions now
Who are the groups backing candidates in the midterms – and why? In our second live discussion ahead of the elections, Joseph Gedeon, Dara Kerr and Chris Stein are live now Sign in or sign up to join…
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business
For months, OpenAI’s agent swarms have been attacking online databases to find obscure facts
The latest unauthorized agent swarms were discovered by researchers.
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science
British climber dies after falling 60m on Spanish mountainside
The identity of the 28-year-old man, who fell down a vertical gully to his death, is yet to be confirmed.
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entertainment
BBC climate thriller The Rapture isn’t so far-fetched
Amid an unending heatwave in contemporary Wales – and increasingly violent weather around the world – a psychological thriller unfolds. Two years after an accident that killed her husband and…
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sports
Shanahan report urges Ontario junior hockey reform
A report on junior men's hockey in Ontario delivered by former NHL player and executive Brendan Shanahan makes 11 recommendations to improve it.
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technology
UN Security Council condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia
The United Nations Security Council on Friday condemned escalating attacks on Saudi Arabia by Yemen's Houthis in a rare show of unity from the UN's top body. The Houthis have imposed a naval blockade…
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U.S. is "ready to help" Cuba, State Department spokesperson says amid internal Army memo
The U.S. military is laying the groundwork for potential action in Cuba, a memo obtained by CBS News suggests. U.S. State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott comments on U.S.-Cuba relations, the Iran…
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politics
Trump faces tough choices as Iran dangles deal to reopen Hormuz before US midterms
Iran’s seven-day timetable would restart nuclear talks, but will the US be willing to deliver on terms that include reining in Israel in Lebanon? Iran’s seven-day timetable to reopen the strait of…
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technology
Seventh person killed by bear in Russian region in a month as spate of attacks grows
MOSCOW, Sept 25 - A Russian woman has been fatally mauled by a bear in her garden, the seventh such death in her Siberian region this month, state investigators said, amid a nationwide spate of…
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politics
US Senate rejects resolution curbing Trump's Iran war powers
The Senate voted 50 to 49 to reject the resolution, which had passed the House of Representatives in July. The vote was largely along party lines.
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politics
NYC sewer explorers arrested after sighting by Netanyahu’s hotel
The New York Police Department ruled out anything related to terrorism.
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technology
Republican Florida congressman introduces bill requiring warrants for Flock Safety cameras
Greg Steube’s Flafo Act would require federal agencies to obtain warrants before accessing or sharing data from networked license plate readers A Florida Republican has introduced a bill that would…
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sports
Russell takes pole in Baku as Antonelli hits wall
George Russell takes pole position for Mercedes at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix as his team-mate and championship leader Kimi Antonelli crashes out.
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politics
Students strike across Germany in protest against military service
A law establishing voluntary military service came into effect in January, but protest organisers fear compulsory service could follow.
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business
Shares of Akamai surge after deal with Anthropic. What Wall Street is saying
The $11.6 billion agreement for computing power has an option to get boosted to $20 billion.
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technology
Pope Leo XIV leads Vespers at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris
Watch our special FRANCE 24 edition as Pope Leo XIV leads Vespers at Notre-Dame Cathedral on September 25 during his visit to Paris. Our journalists followed the event live from outside the cathedral…
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general
Banning H-1B teachers is a recipe for disaster
Texas’s teacher pipeline has grown thinner and less prepared on Gov. Greg Abbott’s watch. The children in the state's high-need schools have been protected, in part, by the qualified international…
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general
Netanyahu Said to Have Been Warned by Emirati Leader About Hamas Attack Before Oct. 7
The warning from the leader of the United Arab Emirates, which lacked specific details about the nature of an attack, never reached the chiefs of Israel’s security establishment, Israeli officials…
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politics
Classified Estimates Show the NSA Is Paying Billions to Test AI Models
Article URL: https://www.washingtonsun.com/technology/classified-estimates-nsa-paying-billions-to-test-ai-models Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49845952 Points: 29 # Comments: 10
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technology
What the Trump-Xi meeting revealed about global power
Donald Trump and Xi Jinping met in Washington as world leaders gathered at the UN General Assembly in New York.
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business
UNGA day 4: Lebanon calls for peacekeepers to replace UNIFIL
Lebanon's prime minister has told the UN that the withdrawal of peacekeeping troops risks creating a vacuum. Leaders from Pakistan and Iraq are also speaking on day four of a conference dominated by…
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business
Tesla finally moves to electrify trucking after a decade of work and delays
Tesla's Semi truck, with a 500-mile range, is about to hit the road in big numbers, with the company saying it plans to make 50,000 units a year.
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technology
Pope Leo XIV rides through Paris in the popemobile to Notre-Dame
Watch our special FRANCE 24 coverage of Pope Leo XIV's visit to Paris as the pontiff travelled through the French capital in the popemobile on his way to Notre-Dame Cathedral, where our journalist…
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politics
Trump and Xi exchange praise during tea at the White House
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump hosted China’s President Xi at the White House along with his wife for tea. The two leaders exchanged gratitude for each other’s hospitality and spoke of…
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politics
Trump-Xi summit: Pomp and pageantry, but few concrete breakthroughs
On AI, Trump and Xi signalled differing approaches, with Xi stressing that the technology should remain under human control.
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politics
Duckworth slams Trump's "foolhardy plan" to make triumphal arch a military complex
Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth of Illinois is demanding the Pentagon and Federal Aviation Administration reject President Trump's call to convert plans for a massive triumphal arch into a "top grade…
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politics
Why far-right protesters target non-political groups like lifeboat volunteers
Penny Hicks/Shutterstock On September 6 2026, two Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) lifeboats brought around 120 migrants ashore at Portsmouth. They were met by a protest, where far-right…
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politics
'Our French friend stood by us': Stories of how you were made to feel welcome in France
With the political atmosphere in France hardening towards foreigners we asked readers to share their stories of how local French people showed them kindness and made them feel welcome in the country…
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business
Germany news: Parliament approves fuel tax cut
German lawmakers hope to drive down fuel prices by cutting taxes on gas and diesel from October 1. Meanwhile, students in many cities are set to protest against military conscription. DW has the…
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politics
Trump hails ‘very productive’ talks with China’s Xi
Washington and Beijing to continue discussions on AI, technology transfer licensing after state visit by Chinese leader.
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politics
EDF faces legal action over France’s continuing nuclear ties with Russia
France’s continuing reliance on Russia for part of its nuclear fuel cycle is facing a new legal challenge, with Greenpeace seeking to force French state electricity company EDF to address the…
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entertainment
America at 250: From the American dream to book bans and AI
As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, its founding promises, identity and place in the world are being fiercely debated. As the Festival America in Vincennes gets underway, we're putting…
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technology
Russia says it struck Ukrainian defence industry facilities, vessels
MOSCOW, Sept 25 - The Russian defence ministry said on Friday its forces had carried out overnight drone strikes on Ukrainian defence industry facilities, logistics centres and vessels used by…
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politics
Green Party leader Zack Polanski: 'I'm an anti-Zionist'
'We cannot hold Jewish people responsible for what happens in Israel,' Polanski tells a hustings for Holborn and St Pancras by-election Green Party leader Zack Polanski pictured in February 2026 (AFP)…
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general
Israeli teen killed in Russian drone attack on Kyiv apartment building
Family said to request body of 14-year-old Daniel Umansky be flown to Israel for burial, after deadly blast kills four others and injures at least 20 people in Ukrainian capital
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general
The latest CPP and OAS payments hit bank accounts Friday
Most older Canadians who qualify will see more money in their bank accounts as of Friday, with the latest scheduled Canada Pension Plan and Old Age Security benefit payments.
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politics
The lesbian bar outrage shows why Donald Trump won America
One was oddly remindedof Onoda after coming across the Boston ‘lesbian bar story’ that is every product manager’s wet dream: a story published in the Boston Globe that went so viral that it led to…
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technology
Israel accidentally exposes Gaza military bases and widespread destruction on official map
Israel’s official public mapping service briefly published high-resolution satellite imagery revealing military installations and extensive destruction across northern Gaza - a rare lapse in the…
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science
Israeli study finds 68% of young kids innately think like scientists
Researchers from the Weizmann Institute of Science and the University of Patras, Greece, say that young children can be taught scientific reasoning if asked 'how' things work, not 'why'
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general
Toronto police to hold update after finding 2 bodies in burnt-out vehicles
Toronto police will hold an update Friday afternoon after emergency crews found two bodies in two burnt-out vehicles earlier this week.
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general
Powerful nor'easter to bring more flooding to Northeast; Hawaii braces for Hurricane Nolo
A powerful nor'easter threatens to bring more flooding and damaging winds as it moves up the East Coast. CBS News' Tom Hanson has more on the nor'easter, and Carter Evans has more on Hurricane Nolo…
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politics
Pope Leo champions free press, dodges White Sox miracle question
Pope Leo XIV said Friday he welcomes journalists to chronicle his travels, in sharp contrast to President Donald Trump, who recently kicked three news outlets out of the White House before having to…
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politics
Lebanon PM calls for full Israeli withdrawal in UN address
Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam told the UN that his country will not be an ‘arena for the conflicts of others’.
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politics
Met should probe handling of 'Putney Pusher' case, police watchdog says
Nicholas Brandram's family say he took his own life due to the "pressure" of a police investigation.
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politics
DW shows solidarity with Georgians' commitment to democracy
Cultural and media professionals in Georgia remain under threat. A DW panel brings together insiders who share their hopes and fears.
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general
‘Major milestone’: TfL to launch new public bus operator in London
Buses for London aims for ‘greener, safer and better-value’ service but private operators say move will not fix problems London buses in decline? Why public transport is slowing to a crawl…
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business
Pope Leo warns in France that AI is creating 'paradise of machines'
Pope Leo urged the world to reconsider the development of artificial intelligence, warning of a future where "a paradise of machines" takes control.
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business
Details on US, China trade talks to come on Monday, says Greer
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politics
Iraq calls for a ‘sovereign Palestinian state’ at UNGA
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Falih Al-Zaidi called for a sovereign state of Palestine at the 81st session of the UNGA.
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general
IN PICTURES: Leo XIV greets crowds on popemobile ride through Paris
Crowds cheered Pope Leo XIV as he began a popemobile tour in the heart of Paris, waving to well-wishers on his way to the Notre Dame Cathedral.
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politics
Is China Really Stealing A.I. From American Companies?
As Xi Jinping visits President Trump in Washington, the leaders are expected to discuss claims that China is surreptitiously copying American A.I. technologies, a process known as distillation.
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politics
Trump sees no urgency for Canada deal as trade dispute deepens, USTR says
WASHINGTON, Sept 25 - President Donald Trump's administration is comfortable maintaining its trade standoff with Canada even as new US import bans on Canadian products take effect next week and…
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technology
New study reveals the estate-planning choices that are likely to pit heirs against each other
The study identified contested trust disputes by examining thousands of civil filings that were scheduled to come before San Francisco Superior Court.
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sports
Daniel Thomas pleads not guilty after dinghy slashed
Daniel Thomas is accused of criminal damage after a video appeared to show him slashing at a dinghy.
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politics
EU vows to pursue €120 million fine on X after US backs Musk's court challenge
The European Union on Friday said it will pursue a €120 million fine against the X social network after the US Justice Department said it supported the efforts of X owner Elon Musk to have the case…
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general
Joni Lamb, late Daystar co-founder, named Israel's top Christian ally for 2026
White House faith adviser Paula White-Cain takes second place in Israel Allies Foundation's annual list, which recognizes Christian leaders for their support of the Jewish state.
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technology
‘Robust little’ vessel begins treacherous 22,000km journey around Antarctica in the name of climate science
Powered by sun and wind, the uncrewed vehicle will collect data to help Australian scientists better understand how oceans absorb emissions A small uncrewed vessel has embarked on a lap around…
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politics
NSW crackdown on ‘AI-doctored’ real estate listings hits mural-covered wall
Apartment with strange view singled out in government’s fight against deceptive ads – but real estate agent says photo is no fake Get our new political email, free app or daily news podcast The New…
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business
War Bros Didn’t Always Rule Silicon Valley
Some say that tech was always about the money and the military. Don’t buy that argument.
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business
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Ricursive Intelligence’s Anna Goldie and Azalia Mirhoseini on when AI starts designing its own hardware
At TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, Ricursive Intelligence co-founders Anna Goldie and Azalia Mirhoseini will take the Disrupt Stage to discuss closing the loop between AI and chip development Save up to $200…
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general
China's Xi says pandas will soon arrive in Atlanta as part of 'panda diplomacy' tradition
The zoo, which previously housed pandas from 1999 to 2024, announced an agreement in April with the China Wildlife Conservation Association to host the two bears.
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politics
US proposes UAE host trilateral meeting with Ukraine and Russia on war, Zelensky says
"The American side has proposed...meeting at a technical level in a three-way format," Zelensky told reporters in a briefing via WhatsApp.
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politics
Zelensky says India, Turkey, Egypt, Middle Eastern nations involved in Black Sea shipping talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Friday that India, Turkey, Egypt and other Middle Eastern countries were taking part in talks on unblocking shipping in the Black Sea.
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general
German city votes to end Stolpersteine Holocaust memorial stones for Nazi victims
The motion was jointly submitted by representatives of the right-wing Christian Democratic Union (CDU) and AfD, together with representatives of the "Oberelbe Alliance for More Democracy."
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business
UK stocks fall as lack of progress in US-Iran talks lifts oil prices
Oil prices rose more than 4% after Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis fired missiles at Saudi Arabia and diplomatic talks between the US and Iran showed little sign of progress.
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general
Israel is fighting a new war on the financial front – and it is not ready - opinion
Settler violence has been treated as a nuisance rather than as a strategic threat that hands Israel’s adversaries ammunition on a silver platter.
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politics
Netanyahu turned the UN into campaign theater – but will Israelis buy the show?
NATIONAL AFFAIRS: The prime minister presents himself on the global stage as a leader uniquely equipped to defend Israel in a hostile world, seeking to bring that same message home to Israeli voters.
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general
Gov't warns against bringing Four Species into Israel without authorization ahead of Sukkot
The warning was issued with special consideration for the situation at Ben-Gurion Airport, which has become a bustling hub, with chaos on the rise.
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general
Qatar criticizes Israel democracy, promotes own advancing social rights during UN General Assembly
On the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, the event "Realizing Social Rights and Renewing Democracy: From Doha and Chisinau to a New Democratic Compact for Europe" was held on Tuesday.
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general
KKL-JNF unveils archival photos showcasing Sukkot celebrations in honor of the holiday
Long before elaborately designed sukkahs, store-bought decorations and photos shared on social media, Sukkot in Israel was very much a communal celebration.
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business
Pharma stock soars 150% on injectables deal with Wegovy maker Novo
Shares in Swedish microcap stock Nanexa more than doubled after the drug-delivery group revealed a licensing deal with European pharma giant Novo Nordisk.
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general
Snap Insight: Though Trump-Xi summit achieves little, 2026 is a high point in US-China relations
US-China relations will likely be as good as it gets for some time, says US politics observer Steven Okun.
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politics
Polanski heckled at Jewish community hustings after saying that Zionism is a form of racism – UK politics live
The Green leader, who is Jewish, made the remarks as part of his campaign in the Holborn and St Pancras byelection Morning, and welcome to our UK politics live blog. Zack Polanski declared himself an…
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entertainment
‘She never accepted no’: Liam Neeson on dogged heroine behind Tuam mass baby grave film
Catherine Corless’s exposure of almost 800 infant deaths at a home led by nuns prompted Neeson to bring the story to screen Liam Neeson still remembers his shock and shame when he read a New York…
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politics
Swedish, Finnish fighter jets intercept group of Russian military aircraft
STOCKHOLM, Sept 25 - Finland and Sweden said on Friday they had scrambled fighter jets to intercept and identify Russian military aircraft in international airspace over the Gulf of Finland, in the…
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science
Nigeria faces the world’s highest projected death toll from super El Niño heat: what could save lives
Researchers at the University of Chicago’s Climate Impact Lab combined temperature forecasts with research on how heat affects death rates in more than 24,000 regions worldwide, and found that the…
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general
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Asked about the Trump administration’s restrictions on journalists, Leo told reporters accompanying him on a flight to France that they were “all welcome.”
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politics
Volodymyr Zelensky says Donald Trump has made ‘final decision’ to give Ukraine Patriot licence
There has been an acute shortage since the US and Israel went to war with Iran in February.
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business
From ‘cheats’ to ‘great friendship’: How Trump’s rhetoric on China changed
Warmth on display in Washington contrasts significantly with the language Trump has used to characterise Beijing and Xi.
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technology
Pope Leo visits France for first papal visit in 18 years – Europe live
The pope will deliver a landmark speech on AI development and discuss Europe’s future Later today, Pope Leo will go to the Élysée Palace for (another) formal welcome and a meeting with authorities…
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politics
'Like a horror movie': Ukraine's Oleshky faces 'catastrophe' under Russian occupation
Messages sent by residents in Oleshky and seen by ABC News tell of careful rationing of remaining food supplies, a chronic shortage of medication and constant attacks.
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sports
Volkswagen, Audi to recall almost 1 million cars in Germany
Volkswagen and its subsidiary Audi are to recall nearly a million vehicles in Germany due to a potential steering fault.
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sports
Côte d'Ivoire outfox Ghana on Renard's return in Afcon 2027 qualifier
Hervé Renard launched his second spell as Côte d’Ivoire head coach with a 2-0 victory over Ghana in the first qualifying game for next year's Africa Cup of Nations in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania.
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technology
Chinese marques in driving seat as high petrol prices accelerate EU shift to electric cars
Chinese carmakers have gained ground in Europe’s shift to electric cars, emerging as the biggest winners in plug-in hybrids despite moves by Brussels to curb their expansion. As petrol prices climbed…
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