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Bird Flu Is Raging on a Mink Farm. It Could Spark a Human Pandemic, Experts Say, but Officials Won’t Act.

Federal officials brushed off the issue as Utah prioritized the fur industry’s interests. Little has been done to stop the spread of the virus and ensure it can’t spread to humans, a failure that expe...

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The EPA is quietly killing its web archive

Tens of thousands of documents on contamination, clean power, and Trump's climate deletions are now scheduled to disappear.

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Meet the Billionaire and Rising GOP Mega-Donor Who’s Gaming the Tax System

Susquehanna founder and TikTok investor Jeff Yass has avoided $1 billion in taxes while largely escaping public scrutiny. He’s now pouring his money into campaigns to cut taxes and support election de...

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After Millions in Stolen SNAP Benefits, Trump Administration Moves to Fight Theft

A week after ProPublica reported how organized crime is stealing food stamp benefits — aided by the government’s refusal to update benefit-card technology — the Department of Agriculture announced pla...

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Analysis: Ukraine’s Starshield access is still crippled, and no one is taking the blame

Eleven days after Ukraine's Starshield terminals started mysteriously malfunctioning, there is still nobody in Washington who wants to take responsibility, while Trump administration officials continu...

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Heat killed over 50,000 people in Europe in summer 2026, making it deadliest on record

A study conducted by two British institutions covering 854 urban areas found that the heatwaves of summer 2026 were far more lethal than those of 2003 or 2022.

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Melania Trump helps forge a ceasefire deal in Russian-occupied Oleshky, the White House says

The White House says first lady Melania Trump has brokered an upcoming ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine in the war-ravaged city of Oleshky to allow for humanitarian aid and the evacuation of civilians.

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Finns are seething after Google illegally toppled 250,000 trees for a data center

The company was ordered to stop work, but it clear-cut anyway.

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US Senator Blumenthal opens probe into Ukraine Starshield restrictions

"This decision to limit critical technology for a key ally... (puts) Ukrainian forces at risk and their people in peril," Senator Richard Blumenthal wrote in a letter addressed to U.S. Defense Secreta...

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Trump administration files lawsuit to block possible Democratic win in Alaska Senate race

The Trump administration has filed a lawsuit to block certification of the U.S. Senate race in Alaska if Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan loses.

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US lawmakers demand answers from Elon Musk over Ukraine Starlink restrictions

In a public letter, Democratic Senators and Representatives listed five questions concerning Starlink restrictions impacting Ukrainian forces, addressed to Musk. The demand comes as Ukrainian forces c...

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Ebola vaccine trial begins in DR Congo

WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on X: 'Science gives us hope. Today, in Bunia DRC, the first participants were vaccinated in a new Ebola vaccine trial called Tumaini, which means 'hope' in Swahili.'

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Melania Trump secures Oleshky ceasefire between Russia, Ukraine, White House says

Residents of the southern Ukrainian town have reported a deepening food crisis.

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Palmer Luckey is launching a genetically engineered war dog startup

The Anduril billionaire's latest plan: a dog with "advanced cybernetic Augments, software, and battlefield situational awareness."

motherjones.com818 pts14h agodiscuss

ICE wants robot dogs. Boston Dynamics' workers urge company to 'cancel the sale'

Dozens of employees at Boston Dynamics have petitioned the company to stop the sale of its robot dogs to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

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Cuba mocks US 'desperation' calling on Cubans to work with CIA

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, on Friday, called for Cubans to make 'discreet' contact with the American intelligence services as Washington seeks to force an end to the island's communist government.

lemonde.fr765 pts4h agodiscuss

DOJ seeks to block Alaska Senate result if Republican incumbent narrowly loses

In a lawsuit, the Justice Department cited confusion over two similarly named candidates, including Republican Sen. Daniel S. Sullivan.

washingtonpost.com712 pts16h agodiscuss

2 ex-FBI officials charged with making false statements about Hunter Biden's laptop

Two ex-FBI officials have been charged with making false statements about Hunter Biden's laptop. One former FBI intelligence official specialized in foreign election interference.

apnews.com687 pts17h agodiscuss

Jet Fuel Hits $206 A Barrel, Highest Price Since Iran War Began

The price of jet fuel has crossed the $200-a-barrel mark, the highest this year with no maximum in sight.

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Jared Kushner Threatens to Sue Over Damning Phone Hack Report

A bombshell report exposed Kushner’s close financial ties to foreign governments.

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Trump Refuses to Explain Starlink Shutoff as Ukraine Says He’s Lying

Ukraine is still struggling with Starlink access, and Donald Trump doesn’t seem to care.

newrepublic.com577 pts6h agodiscuss

A candidate said Iowans don’t ride bikes. The state has a famous bike tour.

The state’s 900,000 cyclists say people do indeed ride in Iowa, which each summer hosts the world’s largest, longest-running citizen bike tour.

washingtonpost.com571 pts8h agodiscuss

A D.C. park was made 'for the pleasure of the people.' Trump's plan would change that

Trump's most recent rendering of East Potomac Park overtakes the D.C. peninsula with a sprawling golf course, without the grassy areas and road beloved by locals. That's prompted grassroots pushback.

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Ukraine Says Starlink Isn’t Working, Despite Trump’s Promise to Restore It

Soldiers and government officials say connections continued to fail if drones fly at high speeds.

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Europe's heat claims 50,000 lives. Climate change blamed for two-thirds of deaths

Blistering record heat in Europe this summer helped kill more than 50,000 people, with nearly two-thirds of that death toll blamed on human-caused climate change, a new study found.

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Is el clásico still the world’s biggest match? Three questions before Barcelona v Real Madrid

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Police deploy in big numbers and museums shut as France braces for more protests

Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said as many as 70,000 officers will be deployed nationwide.

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Former Goldman chief Sherwood leaves Britain amid tax hike fears

A former Goldman Sachs chief who sits on the board of Revolut, Europe’s most valuable private technology company, has become the latest prominent financier to leave the country amid concerns about Britain’s rising tax burden.

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Crashes 'tough for everybody,' says M50 first responder

Thousands of people are on the move this bank holiday weekend. In the final part of our road safety series, RTÉ News looks at those who deal with road crashes on a daily basis - first responders.

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Live: Jillaroos to face England after demolitions continue

Australia's women's team is expected to continue a second round of lopsided scores as they take on England at the Rugby League World Cup. Follow live.

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Aston Villa v Manchester City buildup, Premier League news, WSL, and more – matchday live

Rolling report: Join David Tindall for the latest in the buildup to Saturday’s action

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North Korea’s Kim Jong Un arrives in China, South Korean media say

The visit comes about a week after a major new bridge linking the two countries was officially opened.

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Displaced West Bank Palestinians face growing hunger after UN cuts food aid

Already struggling after losing homes to Israeli military operations, Palestinians face hardship as WFP halves aid.

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Ukraine's Sine Engineering launches joint defense tech initiative with Finland

The initiative will focus on resilient communications, navigation, and onboard autonomy, as Sine Engineering specializes in producing satellite-independent navigation software, enabling drones to fly...

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3 Tankers of Russian Diesel Headed for North America, Russian Deputy PM Says - The Moscow Times

Three tankers carrying Russian diesel are on their way to North America, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said on Friday.

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Inside the cyber flaw scramble that brought the AI threat to life

Vulnerabilities in a programming language underpinning much of the web set off a hectic 72-hour rush among virtually every cybersecurity agency in the world.

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What’s not on the ballot in Israel: Peace

At some point, Israelis will have to have conversations about peace and how to reach a settlement with Palestinians. But in this election, the critical issue has just been avoided.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un visits China, South Korean news agency reports

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has visited China in his first visit to the country in a year, South Korea’s government said Saturday.

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Georgia man charged with throwing Molotov cocktail at Atlanta ICE building

A 31-year-old Georgia man has been charged after he allegedly threw a Molotov cocktail at a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement building in downtown Atlanta.

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Tallying Europe’s Losses From a Summer of Deadly Extreme Heat

Two new studies detail the extent of the losses from brutal temperatures across the continent.

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Lionel Messi receives top Spanish award in recognition of social work

Messi awarded the Princess of Asturias Award for his work for disadvantaged children's access to health and education.

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Older, calmer, but still playing the hits: Mourinho and Madrid primed for clásico

Once Bobby Robson’s translator at the Camp Nou, Mourinho is tasked with bringing down Barcelona on Sunday

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Protests against cost of living expected in Italy under heavy security

Italy is preparing for another day of protests on Saturday against budget cuts and the high cost of living in eight cities, including Rome and Milan. Following last weekend’s unrest, authorities announced heavy security measures, including the use of drones and helicopters to monitor the marches.

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Drinking water supplies dwindle in Yemeni city besieged by Houthi rebels

Taiz, a city in southwestern Yemen, faces a severe water crisis as Houthi rebels backed by Iran tighten their encirclement. The city has struggled with water issues for over a decade, but the situation has worsened in recent weeks.

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France's luxury stores board up windows ahead of fresh protests

Staff at LVMH brands Louis Vuitton, Dior and Bulgari said they weren't taking any chances and security at their stores had been increased for ‌the ⁠day.

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Commentary: Muslims have always had to prove our Americanness. Enter Abdul El-Sayed

Michigan’s Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate, Abdul El-Sayed, is many things to many people.

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Four Philippine Air Force pilots killed in training accident

Two Philippine Air Force trainer aircraft crashed during a training flight at an air base south of ‌the capital Manila, killing four pilots, the military said on Saturday.

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[Interview] Bulgaria’s presidential election becomes a test of Rumen Radev’s grip on power

Bulgaria holds its presidential election on Sunday. A moment to decide whether to consolidate power around the current prime minister - prioritising stability over institutional balance.

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‘You need persistence’: the Norfolk couple who took on environmental regulators three times – and won

Tim and Geli Harris have spent more than a decade fighting to protect Catfield Fen, a rare wetland in the Norfolk Broads

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Charlee’s charms

Two decades for down-to-earth diner fusing Filipino flavours, family and fortitude

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Impeaching Trump Is a Legal and Constitutional Slam Dunk. It’s Also a Bad Idea.

It is entirely possible that America has broken its impeachment process beyond use.

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