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At least 62 people have died in northern India after days of heavy rain triggered severe flooding. Monsoon flooding affects the region every year, and officials are working to rescue stranded residents and assess damage. Reports note the rising death toll as emergency response efforts continue across affected states.
- 2Worst US measles outbreak since 1991 accelerates, Pennsylvania hardest hit▼With Pennsylvania hardest hit, worst US measles outbreak since 1991 accelerates
The United States is facing its largest measles outbreak since 1991, with Pennsylvania now the hardest-hit state as case numbers continue to climb. Health officials are working to contain the highly contagious virus, and the outbreak's acceleration has renewed concern about vaccination coverage and public health preparedness across affected regions.
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Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo report that Ebola infections in the current outbreak have surpassed 8,000 cases, a grim milestone in one of the worst epidemics of the disease on record. The outbreak has strained responders working across conflict-affected eastern provinces, where vaccination and contact-tracing efforts face insecurity and community mistrust.
- 4Eleventh woman found dead in South Africa amid killing spree investigation▼11th woman's body in South Africa as authorities investigate recent spate of killings
An eleventh woman's body has been discovered in South Africa as police investigate a recent spate of killings of women. Authorities are working to determine whether the deaths are connected, and the case has drawn concern over violence against women in the country. Public pressure is mounting on law enforcement to make progress in the investigation.
- 5Florida declares state of emergency over unusual disease outbreak▼Florida officials warn of ‘wildly unusual’ disease outbreak, declare state of emergency
Florida health officials have declared a state of emergency in response to what they describe as a 'wildly unusual' disease outbreak in the state. The declaration allows authorities to mobilise additional resources and respond more quickly as they work to identify the illness, track cases and contain further spread. Details about the disease, the number of people affected and which areas are hardest hit have not yet been made clear, and residents are awaiting further guidance from state agencies.
- 6Canada and allies push Afghanistan case at international court▼Two years ago, Canada and its allies moved to bring Afghanistan to the ICJ over persecution of women and girls. Now what?
Canada, together with the Netherlands and other allies, took the unprecedented step of initiating proceedings against Afghanistan at the International Court of Justice over the Taliban's systematic persecution of women and girls. Two years on, observers are asking what the case has achieved, as restrictions on Afghan women's education, work and public life continue and accountability through international legal channels remains slow and uncertain.
- 7Earl Spencer apologises to Piers Morgan over Diana book errors●Earl Spencer apologises to Piers Morgan over errors in Princess Diana book
Earl Spencer, brother of Princess Diana, has apologised to broadcaster Piers Morgan after factual errors were found in his book about his sister. The apology follows scrutiny of inaccuracies in the published work, and Morgan has publicly acknowledged receiving it. The exchange has drawn wide attention given Spencer's status as Diana's closest family authority and the book's prominence.
- 8Israel's war on Lebanon mapped in figures●„Israels Krieg gegen den # Libanon in Karten und Zahlen. Bericht der # medico -Partnerorganisation Public Works Die isra
Medico's partner organisation Public Works has published a report documenting Israel's war against Lebanon in maps and figures. It records that Israeli bombardments in southern Lebanon, accompanied by a military ground offensive, have left the most severe devastation, displacing hundreds of thousands of people. The report is drawing attention among German-speaking audiences as a detailed data-based account of the destruction and humanitarian consequences of the conflict.
- 9New findings boost hopes for life on Saturn's moon Enceladus▼Promising discoveries about the potential for life on one of Saturn’s icy moons
Researchers at the Free University of Berlin, working with Cassini mission data, report promising new discoveries about conditions for life on Enceladus, Saturn's icy moon. The findings, announced by the university, suggest the moon's subsurface ocean could potentially host microbial life, drawing attention from the science community and the public.
- 10French author faces backlash over AI use claims●Uproar in France over award-winning author accused of using AI
An award-winning author in France is accused of using artificial intelligence to write their work, sparking a public uproar across the country's literary world. The controversy has reignited debate in France about transparency, authorship and whether AI-assisted writing should disqualify books from literary prizes.
- 11Unions and Rights Groups Urge EU Governments to Drop Palantir●'Not Just Another Tech Company': Unions, Rights Groups Across EU Demand Governments Ditch Palantir
Trade unions and human rights organisations across the European Union are calling on national governments to cut ties with Palantir, the US data analytics firm, arguing it is 'not just another tech company'. The campaign targets public contracts involving the company's surveillance and data-processing services, citing concerns over privacy, civil liberties and the outsourcing of sensitive government work to a foreign military-linked contractor.
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GLP-1 medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy are being discussed as a new approach to weight loss, moving beyond diet and exercise as the standard advice. Johns Hopkins University is among the institutions weighing in on how these drugs work and what their rise means for obesity treatment. The conversation centers on effectiveness, costs, and how widely these drugs will change care.
- 13Trucking executive denies reports of nationwide strike▼Trucking executive pushes back on nationwide strike rumors
A trucking industry executive is pushing back against rumors that a nationwide trucker strike is underway or imminent, publicly disputing claims that drivers are organizing a coordinated work stoppage. The comments come amid ongoing chatter online about freight disruptions, with the executive seeking to reassure shippers and the public that operations remain normal despite the speculation.
- 14New documentary examines Gaza war coverage, Palestinian voices●The First Year (of the Gaza Genocide in the Media) review – bold but uneven focus on Palestinian voices
A new documentary, 'The First Year (of the Gaza Genocide in the Media)', has drawn a review from the Guardian, which calls it bold but uneven in its focus on Palestinian voices. The work examines how international media covered the first year of the war in Gaza, and the review suggests its treatment of Palestinian perspectives is inconsistent despite its critical ambition.
- 15UNECE urges greener defaults to ease sustainable energy choices●Cut the hassle, introduce greener defaults and make sustainable energy choices easier, urges UNECE
The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe is calling on governments and industry to remove friction from sustainable energy decisions. It argues that consumers should not have to work hard to go green, and that greener default options should be built into energy systems so that sustainable choices become the easy, automatic option for households and businesses.
- 16Counter-terrorism police probe possible Iran link to RAF Fairford plot▼Counter-terrorism police investigating if RAF Fairford plot is linked to Iran | ITV News
Counter-terrorism police are investigating an alleged plot at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire and are examining whether it is linked to Iran, according to ITV News. The airbase, used by US forces, is at the centre of the inquiry, and officers are working to establish any Iranian connection. Details about suspects or a possible motive have not yet been made public.
- 17Raw Milk Cheese Recalled Nationwide Over E. Coli Outbreak●Raw Milk Cheese Recalled Nationwide After E. Coli Outbreak Sickens 13
A nationwide recall of raw milk cheese is underway after an E. Coli outbreak sickened 13 people in the United States. Health officials pulled the product from shelves as investigators work to trace the contamination source. The outbreak has renewed debate over the safety of unpasteurized dairy products, with food safety advocates calling for stricter oversight of raw milk cheese production and sales.
- 18US data-extraction firm accused of secret Russian control●A U.S.-based data-extraction firm accused of being secretly run from Russia has worked on EU-backed projects and sold it
A US-based data-extraction firm has reportedly been secretly run from Russia while working on EU-backed projects and selling its services to European law enforcement agencies. The claims come from documents seen by POLITICO, raising questions about how the company gained access to publicly funded European programmes and police contracts despite its alleged ties to Moscow.
- 19NASA turns to AI to mine decades of scientific data●At NASA, AI is helping scientists unlock discoveries hidden in decades of data
NASA scientists are using artificial intelligence to analyse decades' worth of archived mission data, uncovering discoveries that earlier tools missed. By applying modern machine learning to vast historical datasets, researchers hope to extract new insights from past observations at lower cost than new missions. The work highlights how AI is becoming a standard research tool across space science.
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The Supreme Court has not observed its usual quiet summer recess, with continued activity and decisions drawing attention. Commentators note the court's docket and orders have kept it in the news during months when it normally recedes from public view. Exact details of what prompted the continued activity remain limited in available reporting.
- 21Wired Examines How AI Is Changing Mathematical Problem-Solving●Solving Math’s Greatest Problems Was an Art Form. Then Came AI https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.wire d.com/story/solvi
Wired has published a piece arguing that solving mathematics' greatest problems was long considered an art form, but that artificial intelligence is now transforming how such problems are approached. The article looks at what machine-assisted methods mean for the craft and creativity traditionally involved in mathematical discovery, and people are sharing it as part of ongoing debate over AI's growing role in research.
- 22Staff at Oregon's seven public universities set to strike▼Staff across Oregon’s 7 public universities to strike as fall semester begins
Staff across Oregon's seven public universities are preparing to strike just as the fall semester begins, according to local reports. The walkout threatens to disrupt classes and campus operations at the start of the academic term. The strike reflects ongoing labor disputes over pay and working conditions in higher education, part of a broader wave of campus labor actions.
- 23Teachers report 'horrendous stress' as AI rates their work at Euan Blair firm●Teachers at Euan Blair firm report ‘horrendous stress’ after AI used to rate their work
Teachers working for Multiverse, the apprenticeships company founded by Euan Blair, son of former UK prime minister Tony Blair, say they are suffering 'horrendous stress' after artificial intelligence was used to assess and rate their work. The allegations raise concerns about workplace monitoring and the fairness of algorithmic performance evaluations. The company, which trains apprentices as an alternative to university, is facing scrutiny over how the system was introduced and what support staff were given.
- 24Oregon university workers call off strike after tentative deal●Oregon university workers call off strike Monday after reaching tentative agreement
University workers in Oregon have called off a strike planned for Monday after reaching a tentative agreement. The deal averts a work stoppage that threatened to disrupt campus operations across the state's public universities. Details of the agreement's terms have not yet been released, and the deal will likely need ratification by union members before it takes full effect.
- 25Broccoli Sprout Salmonella Outbreak Grows to 32 Cases▼Broccoli Sprout Salmonella Outbreak Grows to 32 Cases in Six States
A salmonella outbreak linked to broccoli sprouts has grown to 32 confirmed cases across six US states, according to health officials. The outbreak has prompted a recall of the product, and consumers are being warned to check sprouts purchased recently. Investigators are working to trace the source of the contamination, with more cases possibly expected as reporting continues.
- 26Salmonella identified in French pumpkin seed outbreak▼Salmonella found in French pumpkin seed outbreak
French food safety authorities have confirmed salmonella in pumpkin seeds linked to an ongoing outbreak. The finding pins down the likely source of infections that have sickened consumers in France. Investigators are working to trace the contaminated supply chain, and health officials are warning people to avoid suspect products while the probe continues.
- 27UK charity commission scrutinises MSF over alleged Gaza terror ties●Médecins Sans Frontières under scrutiny by British commission for alleged terror ties in Gaza
Médecins Sans Frontières is facing scrutiny from the British charity commission over allegations that it has links to terrorist groups in Gaza. The watchdog is reported to be examining the medical charity's operations in the Palestinian territory. The claims come amid heightened political and public sensitivity in Britain around charity work connected to Gaza, and the organisation has drawn intense attention over its role there during the war.
- 28Experts hail 'secret DNA' find as potential key to cancer vaccine●'Discovery of the century': Experts have found secret DNA that could unlock a cancer vaccine
Researchers describe the identification of previously overlooked DNA as a potential route toward a cancer vaccine, with some calling the finding a 'discovery of the century'. The work points to hidden genetic elements that could help the immune system recognise and attack tumours. Scientists say further research is needed before any vaccine can be developed, but the announcement has generated widespread attention.
- 29Why abortion has faded from America's national conversation●Why has abortion faded from America’s national conversation? | Moira Donegan By Moira Donegan The US has already grown u
Guardian columnist Moira Donegan argues that abortion has dropped out of America's national political conversation despite the ongoing harm caused by post-Roe abortion bans. She writes that the US has grown accustomed to the horror of these bans, while Republicans have worked to suppress the stories of women affected. The piece raises questions about public attention drifting from a major civil rights issue.
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Angela Stribling, a longtime host on the BET network, has died after a battle with brain cancer. News of her death is being reported by regional outlets in the United States, with tributes expected from viewers and colleagues who knew her from her television work.
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Japan's Fair Trade Commission has found 42 companies in violation of antitrust law over bid-rigging in large-scale condominium repair projects. The commission named 171 buildings across Tokyo and six surrounding prefectures involved in the rigged work. Residents say the collusion inflated their repair cost burdens, and the case is drawing attention to a broader problem in condominium maintenance contracting.
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The identity of the buyer of a $9 million Rembrandt painting has been revealed, ending speculation about who purchased the mysterious work. The sale had drawn attention in the art world, with questions lingering over who acquired the Old Master painting and for what purpose, whether for a private collection or public institution.
- 33Banksy unveils new London statue on blind nationalism●Banksy's new statue in London shows a man walking blind, blinded by a flag. Love of country shouldn't mean giving up you
Banksy has installed a new statue in London depicting a man walking blindly, his vision obscured by a flag. Observers read the work as a critique of blind nationalism, with commentary arguing that love of country should not require surrendering one's conscience or questions. The piece is drawing attention online, particularly in connection with discussions around conflicts in the Middle East.
- 34RFK Jr. aides publicly criticize his vaccine views▼Current and future RFK Jr. aides criticize his science-rejectionist vaccine views
Current and former aides to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are publicly criticizing his views on vaccines, describing them as contrary to scientific consensus. The criticism comes from people who work or have worked alongside him, adding internal pressure as Kennedy remains a prominent public health figure. Commenters are weighing what the split means for vaccine policy debates in the United States.
- 35Vasseur promises Ferrari upgrades to frustrated Leclerc▼Vasseur offers Ferrari upgrade promise to frustrated Leclerc
Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has promised Charles Leclerc that upgrades are on the way, in response to the Monegasque driver's frustration with the team's form. Leclerc has been openly critical of Ferrari's performance this season, and Vasseur's pledge is aimed at reassuring him that the team is working to close the gap to its rivals.
- 36Pennsylvania Measles Outbreak Grows With 55 New Cases▼PA Measles Outbreak Spreads, With 55 New Cases
A measles outbreak in Pennsylvania has spread, with health officials reporting 55 new cases. The growing case count is raising concerns about further transmission and prompting calls for residents to check their vaccination status. The outbreak is being closely followed as public health authorities work to contain the disease and identify exposed individuals.
- 37Excessive Internet Use by Young Men Called Era's Foremost Challenge▼Young Men’s Excessive Internet Use ‘Foremost Challenge of Our Time’
Commentators and educators are debating a claim that excessive internet use among young men ranks as the foremost challenge of the current era. The argument ties growing screen dependence to concerns about education, employment, and social development, with the issue drawing attention across higher education and policy circles.
- 38Ukrainian refugees in New York face uncertain future as TPS ends●With TPS ending, Ukrainian refugees in New York stress over their future
Ukrainian refugees living in New York are voicing anxiety about their future now that Temporary Protected Status is coming to an end. The program had allowed Ukrainians who fled the war to live and work legally in the United States. With its termination, many face the prospect of losing legal status and work authorization, leaving families unsure whether they can stay in the country or will be forced to return to a nation still at war.
- 39Qualcomm confirms close work with Samsung on 2nm chips▼Qualcomm confirms it is working closely with Samsung for future 2nm chips
Qualcomm has confirmed it is working closely with Samsung on future 2nm chips, signalling that Samsung Foundry is in line to manufacture next-generation Snapdragon processors. The announcement strengthens Samsung's standing in the race for advanced chipmaking capacity, where it competes with TSMC. Observers see it as a vote of confidence in Samsung's 2nm process despite earlier yield concerns.
- 40Who really deserves this year's Nobel Peace Prize●Forget the famous names. Here is who actually deserves this year’s Nobel peace prize | Haakon Gjerløw By Haakon Gjerløw
Ahead of this year's Nobel Peace Prize announcement, commentator Haakon Gjerløw argues the award should not go to the big names favoured by betting markets, such as Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Writing in the Guardian, he contends the most vital peace work is being done quietly by people far from the public spotlight, and urges the Nobel committee to recognise them.
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