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    Toxic haze from Indonesian wildfires spreads across Southeast Asia●Toxic haze from Indonesia’s wildfires continues to spread across Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines, as a blockbust𝕏xSGEnvironment10910 h ago

    Smoke from wildfires in Indonesia, fuelled by a strong El Niño and land-clearing practices, is drifting across Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines, degrading air quality across the region. The tinderbox conditions are raising fresh concerns about health impacts and the annual transboundary haze problem that recurs during dry seasons.

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    Anthropic's IPO prospectus reveals AI vision and surging costs▼Anthropic's IPO prospectus shows AI vision, surging costsYhnTechnologyAI13933 min ago

    Anthropic has filed its IPO prospectus, and it lays out sweeping ambitions in artificial intelligence alongside rapidly rising expenses. The filing offers investors their first detailed look at the AI company's finances, with costs said to be climbing sharply as it scales. Commenters are weighing how the company plans to fund its vision and whether its financials justify a public listing.

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    Malaysia begins deporting Myanmar refugees despite safety concerns●Malaysia begins sending home Myanmar refugees despite safety concerns✉newsWorldImmigration2 d ago

    Malaysia has started sending Myanmar refugees back home, a move that has drawn criticism from rights groups who say conditions in Myanmar remain unsafe for returnees. The decision affects refugees who had been sheltering in Malaysia after fleeing conflict and persecution. Advocates argue the deportations breach international protection obligations and could put returnees at serious risk.

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    Construction delays on Los Angeles subway projects are raising concerns about transit readiness for the 2028 Olympic Games. Reports point to setbacks on rail expansion work that planners had hoped would ease movement for athletes and visitors. Observers are questioning whether key transit lines can be completed before the Games begin, and officials face pressure to show the city's transport plans remain on track.

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    Anthropic IPO prospectus reveals big AI ambitions and soaring costs▼EXCLUSIVE: Anthropic's IPO prospectus shows sweeping AI vision, surging costs✉newsTechnologyAI2 d ago

    Anthropic, the OpenAI rival behind the Claude chatbot, has filed an IPO prospectus, according to a Reuters exclusive. The filing lays out a sweeping long-term vision for artificial intelligence alongside rapidly rising spending on computing and operations, underscoring the enormous costs of competing at the frontier of AI development as the company prepares to go public.

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    ICC World Cup 2027: What to know about the 14-team tournament▼ICC World Cup 2027: All you need to know about the 14-team tournament✉newsSportCricket1 d ago

    Attention is turning to the ICC Cricket World Cup 2027, which will feature an expanded 14-team format. Coverage is laying out the key details fans need to know, including the tournament structure and what the larger field means for cricket's premier one-day event. Interest is growing as preparations build toward the tournament.

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    Trump downplays talk of US military action in Cuba▼Trump downplays talks of military action in Cuba following report about army planning✉newsWorldDefense2 d ago

    Donald Trump has sought to play down suggestions that the United States is considering military action against Cuba, responding to a report that the US Army had drawn up planning related to the island. His comments come amid renewed attention to US-Cuba relations and speculation in the region about Washington's intentions toward Havana's government.

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    Former Chicago mayor and ex-White House chief of staff Rahm Emanuel is signaling interest in a 2028 presidential campaign. Commentators are weighing whether the centrist Democrat, who served as ambassador to Japan, could broaden the party's appeal beyond its progressive base. Supporters point to his executive record, while critics question whether his brand of establishment politics fits the current Democratic electorate.

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    Malaysia face Singapore in ASEAN Cup clash●singapore vs malaysiaGgoogleSG5K6 min ago

    Malaysia and Singapore are set to meet in the FIFA ASEAN Cup, with Goal.com publishing details on where to watch, kick-off time, TV channel and live stream options. The regional rivalry fixture is drawing attention from fans in both countries ahead of the match.

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    Bangladesh face Malaysia in FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 clash▼LIVE | BSRM Present Live The Game | Bangladesh vs Malaysia | FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026 | T Sports▶youtubeSportSports1.6M39 min ago

    Bangladesh are playing Malaysia in the FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026, with the match being broadcast live on Bangladeshi sports channel T Sports under sponsorship from steel maker BSRM. The fixture is drawing huge attention, with engagement exceeding 1.5 million, reflecting strong interest from Bangladeshi football fans in their national team's campaign in the regional tournament.

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    Andy Burnham to push options for closer EU ties at reset summit●"Brexit has done more harm than good." Andy Burnham says he will 'lay out options' at the next reset summit to tighten t𝕏xGB2.4K49 min ago

    Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, has said Brexit has done more harm than good and that he will present options at the next UK-EU reset summit to tighten the relationship between Britain and the European Union. His comments add to pressure within Labour for a deeper realignment with Brussels as the government weighs its post-Brexit strategy.

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    Tagging delays putting victims at risk, report finds●Delays in fitting electronic tags putting victims at risk, report finds https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cj62eyq1g5yvMmastodonWorldLaw & Courts22 d ago

    A new report finds delays in fitting electronic tags to offenders are putting victims at risk in the UK. Justice inspectors warn that slow tagging arrangements leave gaps in monitoring and protection, with victims potentially exposed while waiting for electronic monitoring to be installed on those who pose a danger to them.

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    Nvidia's new AI platform tops Wednesday's business headlines▼Nvidia's new AI platform, Nor'easter flight delays, NFL's drone focus and more in Morning Squawk✉newsBusinessMarkets2 d ago

    Nvidia is unveiling a new AI platform, drawing attention from markets and technology watchers as demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure keeps climbing. Other stories in the business world include flight delays across the US Northeast as a Nor'easter storm disrupts travel, and the NFL's growing focus on drone technology. The developments touch on tech, weather-related travel chaos and sports innovation.

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    Sony's PlayStation 5 Pro continues to be sold out across retailers, and the company has reportedly pushed a fix for availability to 2027. Gamers are venting frustration over the shortages, while tech outlets fold the story into broader coverage of the console's strong demand and Sony's handling of supply. The long timeline for improvement has become the main point of discussion.

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    Malaysian arrested at Tuas Checkpoint over S$1 million drug haul●A 32-year-old Malaysian was arrested at Tuas Checkpoint, Singapore for suspected drug smuggling, with more than S$1 mill𝕏xSGWorldCrime322 d ago

    A 32-year-old Malaysian was arrested at Tuas Checkpoint in Singapore on suspicion of drug smuggling after authorities seized drugs worth more than S$1 million. Nearly 7kg of heroin were found concealed in packets disguised as commercial biscuits on a Malaysian-registered motorcycle. A Singaporean was also reportedly involved, and the case has drawn attention to smuggling methods at the border crossing.

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    ASEAN urged to set common standards for space sector▼ASEAN needs common standards for fast-growing space sector, says Malaysian Science Minister✉newsScienceSpace Policy1 d ago

    Malaysia's Science Minister has called on ASEAN to adopt common standards for its fast-growing space sector, arguing that coordinated rules are needed as space activity expands across Southeast Asia. The appeal highlights growing regional interest in satellites, launch services and space technology, and the risk that differing national regulations could hold back cooperation and investment.

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    NSE IPO listing tomorrow: buy, sell or hold?●NSE IPO Listing कल! Buy, Sell या Hold? Anil Singhvi से जानिए पूरी Strategy▶youtubeBusinessMarkets351.9K16 h ago

    India's National Stock Exchange is set for its stock market listing tomorrow, and investors are debating whether to buy, sell or hold the shares on debut day. Zee Business market editor Anil Singhvi is laying out a full strategy for the listing, telling viewers what to expect from the country's biggest exchange going public.

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    Five Takeaways From Q1 US EV Sales▼5 Takeaways From Q1's EV Sales In The U.S.✉newsLifeAutos2 d ago

    First-quarter electric vehicle sales figures in the United States are drawing attention, with InsideEVs laying out five main takeaways from the numbers. The analysis comes as the industry watches how demand holds up amid changing incentives, pricing pressure and growing competition between established automakers and newer EV-only brands.

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    PlayStation Plus October Free Games Revealed▼playstation plus monthly gamesGgoogleUS5K17 h ago

    Sony has announced the latest PlayStation Plus monthly games for October, and reaction is mixed. Kotaku notes that the free lineup isn't especially horror-themed or scary, which stands out for a month usually dominated by Halloween releases. Subscribers are debating whether this month's selection of free games is worth adding to their libraries, with many unimpressed compared to previous months.

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    Bangladesh take on Malaysia in the fourth quarterfinal of the Asian Games men's cricket competition, with a semifinal spot at stake. Bangladesh coach Salahuddin has warned his players to 'never underestimate the opponent' despite their underdog status, and Bangladesh already have momentum after advancing through the group stage alongside Sri Lanka amid rain disruptions.

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    Stelco, the Ontario steelmaker, is slowing operations and laying off hundreds of workers in Hamilton and Nanticoke. CEO Alan Kestenbaum said no amount of money could have prevented the slowdown, pointing to the impact of US tariffs on Canadian steel. Reports link the decision to the trade war under Trump, and commentators are debating whether Canada's steel industry can survive. Workers describe the layoffs as devastating, with many facing an uncertain financial future.

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    Fossil fuel influence enabled Trump's attacks on university research, study says●Decades of fossil fuel influence paved way for Trump’s assault on university research, study says https:// slrpnk.net/poMmastodonWorldPolitics22 d ago

    A new study argues that decades of fossil fuel industry funding and influence over American universities helped lay the groundwork for the Trump administration's current assaults on university research. The finding links corporate climate denial and industry-backed science on campus to today's political attacks on academic institutions, drawing attention on left-leaning social media.

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    Fedorov lays groundwork for Ukraine's combat robot army▼Fedorov lays the foundations for Ukraine’s Robot Army to accelerate combat robot development✉newsTechnologyRobotics2 d ago

    Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine's minister of digital transformation, is moving to establish what officials describe as a 'Robot Army' programme intended to speed up the development and deployment of ground combat robots on the battlefield. The initiative aims to coordinate Ukrainian and allied defense tech firms to scale uncrewed systems as manpower shortages persist. Details on funding, timelines and specific systems remain limited so far.

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    Golf Writer Defends His Three Go-To Golf Shoes●You’ll Probably Judge My Golf Shoe Choices But I’d Buy These Three Again✉newsSportGolf32 min ago

    A golf equipment writer says readers may judge his footwear picks, but he would buy the same three pairs of golf shoes again. The piece lays out the three models he keeps coming back to, with his reasoning on comfort and performance, and invites readers to weigh in with their own choices.

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    Tesla delays Roadster 2 event again over weather●Tesla delays Roadster 2 event again due to bad weather✉newsLifeAutos2 d ago

    Tesla has postponed its Roadster 2 unveiling event once more, citing bad weather as the reason for the latest delay. The long-awaited electric supercar's showcase has now slipped repeatedly, frustrating fans and fueling skepticism about Tesla's timelines. Observers are watching to see whether the company sets a firm new date or continues pushing the event back.

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    Denis Matthews' 1959 Beethoven Bagatelles Recording Resurfaces●@ classicalmusic Denis Matthews Plays Beethoven Bagatelles Opus 33, Opus 119, Opus 126 Year released: 1959 https://www.MmastodonCultureMusic326 min ago

    A 1959 recording of British pianist Denis Matthews performing Beethoven's Bagatelles, Oppus 33, 119 and 126, is being shared among classical music enthusiasts online. The recording highlights Matthews' interpretations of Beethoven's late short piano works, drawing renewed attention to a historic mid-century performance.

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    F1 teams arrive for Bahrain Grand Prix weekend●The squad arrive for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia weekend 👊 # F1 # BahrainGPMmastodonSportMotorsport16 h ago

    Formula 1 teams and drivers have arrived for the Bahrain Grand Prix weekend. Fans are sharing the arrival news alongside discussion of the race calendar, with the event also drawing attention to the sport's schedule of back-to-back weekends. Conversations are focused on the team arrivals and expectations for the upcoming race action in Bahrain.

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    Hegseth speech rules draw backlash over military standards▼In a speech, # Defense Secretary Pete # Hegseth laid out his vision for the # military ∶ “No fatties, no trannies, no beMmastodonWorldDefense313 min ago

    Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, in a speech laying out his vision for the US military, declared the force should have, in his words, no fatties, no beardos, no weirdos, no wimps and no radicals. Critics online condemned the remarks as bigoted and misogynistic, arguing they promote toxic masculinity and harm military readiness, while framing them as part of the broader Trump-era culture-war approach to defense policy.

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    Sean Mannion's Rams 'Big Shooter' past resurfaces ahead of Eagles role●Before he called plays for the Eagles, Sean Mannion was the Rams' 'Big Shooter' https://www. nfl.com/news/before-he-callMmastodonSportFootball22 h ago

    A new NFL.com profile looks back at Sean Mannion's time with the Los Angeles Rams, where he carried the nickname 'Big Shooter,' before he moved on to call plays for the Philadelphia Eagles. The piece traces his path from backup quarterback to offensive play-caller and highlights the early influence of his Rams years on his coaching career.

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    The PlayStation Plus free games lineup for October is now public, and reactions are muted. Kotaku reports that this month's offerings for subscribers 'aren't really scary at all', noting the selection lacks the horror titles many expected ahead of Halloween. Some players are disappointed by the lineup, while others say it still offers decent value compared to recent months.

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    PlayStation Plus October 2026 Free Games Announced▼playstation plus free games october 2026GgoogleUS2K21 h ago

    Sony has announced the lineup of free games coming to PlayStation Plus subscribers for October 2026. IGN reported the monthly games selection, and gamers are checking what will be added to the service's Essential tier and discussing whether the lineup is worth claiming. The reveal follows the usual monthly cadence, with the titles available to download for members throughout October.

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    PlayStation Plus Reveals October Free Monthly Games▼playstation plus monthly gamesGgoogleGB2K13 h ago

    Sony has confirmed the PlayStation Plus monthly games for October, with outlets reporting the first free title for the month is officially locked in. Kotaku notes the selection isn't particularly Halloween-themed, calling the October lineup not really scary at all. Subscribers in the US and UK are discussing which games are worth downloading before next month's refresh.

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    Donald Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly, laying out what the New York Times describes as a winner-takes-all vision of American power. His speech drew wide attention in the United States and abroad, with commentary focusing on his blunt framing of US dominance and what it signals for American foreign policy and relations with allies and rivals.

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    MLB 2026 playoff schedule: full bracket, times and TV channels▼MLB playoff schedule 2026: Full bracket, scores, times, TV channels to watch every postseason series✉newsSportBaseball8 h ago

    Sports outlets have published a complete guide to the 2026 MLB postseason, laying out the full playoff bracket, series scores, game times and TV channels for every round. The roundup is aimed at fans who want one place to track each matchup as the postseason unfolds, covering when and where to watch every series.

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    Computer program turns Interstate 101 traffic into music▼'The 101 Plays Itself': This computer program treats the interstate into music✉newsCultureMusic26 min ago

    A computer program is converting the 101 freeway into music, in a project called 'The 101 Plays Itself'. The software translates data from the interstate into a continuous musical piece, letting listeners hear the highway's rhythm and movement. NPR has covered the project, drawing attention to the growing trend of turning everyday infrastructure and data streams into generative art and sound.

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    Malaysia Aims To Become Leading Regional Space Player▼Malaysia Sets Sights On Becoming Leading Regional Space Player - Chang✉newsScienceSpace Policy2 d ago

    Malaysia has announced plans to position itself as a leading space player in the region, according to a statement attributed to Chang. The announcement signals the country's ambition to expand its role in the regional space sector, though details on funding, programmes or timelines have not yet been made public.

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    A preview of the US Supreme Court's 2026–2027 term is drawing attention, laying out the major cases and legal questions the justices are expected to take up in the session beginning in October 2026. Commentary so far focuses on what the docket could mean for constitutional law and for the Court's current conservative majority.

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    F1 media day underway at Sepang ahead of Bahrain Grand Prix●Welcome to Sepang! 🙌 It's Media Day for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia 🎙️ # F1 # BahrainGPMmastodonSportMotorsport110 h ago

    Formula 1 teams and drivers are gathering at the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia for Media Day of the Bahrain Grand Prix. Press conferences and interviews are taking place ahead of the race weekend, with fans following updates under the BahrainGP hashtag. Attention is on driver comments and team preparations as the event gets underway.

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    Former NDR sports presenter Gerhard Delling is serving as a lay judge in the Hamburg trial known as the Block case. On the 78th day of hearings, he told DIE ZEIT he hopes 'this nightmare ends soon', voicing his exhaustion with the lengthy proceedings. His remarks are drawing attention to the trial's length and the burden placed on those involved.

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    Critics Spotlight the Ugly Side of the Paramount-Skydance Merger▼Looking at the Ugly Side of the Paramount-Skydance Merger...And How I’d Fix It✉newsCultureEntertainment1 h ago

    Commentary is circulating on the problems surrounding the Paramount-Skydance merger, with one writer laying out what they see as the deal's flaws and proposing their own fixes. The discussion joins ongoing industry debate over the merger's leadership decisions, cost cuts and strategic direction for Paramount's film and TV businesses.