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New York Marks 25th Anniversary Of 9/11 Attacks Amid Tight Security
Nineteen Al-Qaeda operatives hijacked four planes on that nearly cloudless day in 2001. Two jets slammed into the World Trade Center's Twin Towers, causing the iconic 110-story buildings to collapse.
India Hosts World Leaders At BRICS Amid 2 Wars. What To Expect
BRICS was created in 2009 as a forum for major emerging economies seeking greater influence in institutions dominated by Western powers.
Indian Man Charged Over False US Citizenship Claim To Vote In 2024 Election
Mukeshkumar Somabhai Chaudhari has been indicted for knowingly making a false claim of United States citizenship to vote in the November 5, 2024, general election.
Iranian Strikes In Jordan Damage Several US Aircraft: Report
Additionally, approximately eight F-15 fighter jets suffered minor damage, though all were subsequently repaired and returned to operational service.
Anthropic Says It Blocked AI Misuse After Its Whistleblower's Safety Warning
Between December 2025 and August 2026, researchers at Anthropic found misuse by actors ranging from spyware vendors and "politically motivated individuals" to state-sponsored groups spreading propaganda.
"Free Speech Absolutist": Elon Musk Threatens Legal Action Over Documentary
The September 3 letter from attorney Alex Spiro, addressed to a producer at Alex Gibney's Jigsaw Productions, accuses the Oscar-winning documentarian of building "Musk" around a predetermined conclusion.
"Disgusting": US Removes Racist 'Mr Singh' Self-Deport Ad After Backlash
The advertisement sparked off a strong push back from Indian-American and Sikh advocacy groups and also got support from Democratic leaders such as California Governor Gavin Newsom.
Nicolas Maduro's Wife Seeks Release From US Jail, Citing Heart Ailment
Cilia Flores, 69, and Maduro, 63, have been held at a Brooklyn jail since US forces seized them from their Caracas home in a middle-of-the-night raid in early January and brought them to New York City.
OpenAI Seeks US Rules On Powerful AI Amid Anthropic Researcher's Warning
In a policy statement, the ChatGPT maker said voluntary commitments by AI developers were no longer adequate, and urged US lawmakers to act before Congress adjourns in December.
Swiss Coach Crash Leaves 'Several Dead': Police
"Several people died in the coach crash in Susch. Several others were also injured," the police in the far eastern canton of Graubunden said on X, without giving details on the circumstances of the accident or the victims' identities.
Scientists Tried To Use AI Models For Potential Biological Weapons Research: Anthropic
The AI company in a report said it had disrupted several potential plots this year after detecting users attempting to use its models for advanced biological research.
Israel Says It Destroyed Key Hezbollah Tunnels In South Lebanon
Lebanon's state-run National News Agency (NNA) reported that Israel carried out a "massive explosion" on the Ali al-Taher ridge in the Nabatieh region, "causing tremors and a powerful rumble".
"Get Off Our Roads": Team Trump's Racist 'Mr Singh' Poster In US
Incidentally, the robot featured on the poster, meant to signify the US, is a character from Transformer lore, which is literally an alien.
25 Years After 9/11: Tracing The Rise And Fall Of al Qaeda
While it has suffered setbacks, notably bin Laden's killing in 2011 by US forces and the emergence of Islamic State as a rival, experts say al Qaeda still serves as a source of support and inspiration for militants in many regions, particularly in Africa.
No Trilateral Peace Talks Before Elections In Russia: Zelensky
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Thursday there would be no trilateral meeting on how to end the war before the elections in Russia.
'We Were Told To Thwart Peace': Israeli Insiders Reveal Dark Gaza War Secrets
The documentary was shot secretly over a period of three years on rooftops in Tel Aviv and the identities of the subjects are hidden by digitally altering their voices and appearances.
Chinese Maths Teacher Calls For English To Be Removed As Core Subject, Sparks Fierce Debate
English is currently a core subject in China's basic education system, alongside Chinese and mathematics.
US Moves To End 60-Day Grace Period For H-1B, Other Work Visa Holders
Under the planned rule change, published in the Federal Register by the US Department of Homeland Security, those with H-1B and certain other temporary work visas would have to leave the country as soon as their employment ends.
25 Killed After Fire Breaks Out On Cargo Ship In China
State news agency Xinhua said earlier that the fire broke out at around 11:15 am during the ship's port call for maintenance, without specifying the cause of the fire.
Trump Aides Warn Iran War Could Drag On Till He Leaves Office In 2029: Report
The report stands in contrast to what Trump said on Wednesday about the Iran war ending "immediately" after the US votes in midterm elections in November.
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Trump jokes Republicans can ‘cheat like hell’ in the midterms
US President Donald Trump has jokingly asked Republican voters to ‘cheat like hell’ in the midterms, ‘like Democrats’.
Republican midterm convention wraps up in Dallas, Texas: Key takeaways
Protesters gather on final night as US Republicans seek to rally base ahead of consequential legislative elections.
Taiwan vice president makes rare Europe visit for conference on democracy
European Parliament's Pina Picierno says Hsiao's visit 'was kept secret until her arrival to protect her participation'.
Young republicans break with Trump over Iran war
A clear generational divide between younger and older republicans is forming at the RNC Midterm Convention.
Putin lands in India for BRICs summit, shadowed by Iran and Ukraine wars
Russian, Iranian leaders due to hold talks with India's Modi at summit dominated by wars in Middle East and Ukraine.
Brazil’s Supreme Court shuts down early as political chaos mounts
Members of the high court have exchanged accusations after one justice was accused of involvement in a bank scandal.
Unveiling of Charlie Kirk statue sparks chaos in Times Square
The unveiling of a statue honouring Charlie Kirk in Times Square has sparked clashes between supporters and protesters.
Maduro’s wife seeks home detention as heart condition worsens in US custody
Her lawyers say Flores needs cardiac treatment and recovery facilities a detention centre cannot provide.
Why is Uber pulling out of some African markets?
Uber’s exits from Nigeria and Uganda highlight the growing challenges of making ride-hailing work in Africa.
Iran claims to have captured a US ‘sail drone’ near Hormuz Strait
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard says its navy struck a US-operated surface drone at the entrance of the Strait of Hormuz.
Will Trump pay all US adults $5,000? Some Trump supporters are sceptical
Observers on both sides of the political divide express concern about Trump's pledge to pay 'dividend' for midterm wins.
Israeli film on Gaza receives 25-minute ovation at Venice premiere
Venice Film Festival honours NAZA, an expose on Israel's use of AI systems in Gaza.
Iran war live: IRGC attacks US unmanned vessel in Hormuz; two ships hit
IRGC says it attacked a US unmanned vessel in Hormuz, while UKMTO says projectiles hit two ships off Oman.
UN envoy warns Security Council Yemen’s war has entered ‘dangerous phase’
Envoy for Yemen Hans Grundberg demands urgent steps to protect civilians and trade routes amid Houthi escalation.
A year after Charlie Kirk’s death, are young voters turning on Trump?
Turning Point USA has expanded its campus presence, even as Trump’s support among young men has fallen.
Israel says it destroyed Hezbollah base in Lebanon’s Ali al-Taher ridge
Israeli attacks come a week after it said to have established operational control over the strategic ridge.
Spain’s Parliament backs citizenship for Western Saharans born before 1977
After lower house approval, the bill to grant tens of thousands of Sahrawis citizenship now goes to the Spanish Senate.
LG defends smart-TV features amid audio surveillance allegations
Recent accusations against the electronics company have raised new questions about the nonconsensual data it harvests.
Peru joins US-led ‘Shield of the Americas’ security alliance
Fujimori administration is latest right-wing government to join alliance for a more aggressive approach against crime.
Republican midterm convention updates: Trump says ‘Democrats are nervous’
US Republicans returned to the stage to close their midterm convention, still betting on Trump's political magnetism.
Israel says it destroyed key Hezbollah tunnels in southern Lebanon
Israel’s military says it has destroyed a network of Hezbollah tunnels on the strategic Ali al-Taher ridge in Lebanon.
Gaza hospitals ration power as fuel shortages deepen
Fuel and engine oil shortages are forcing Gaza’s hospitals to ration electricity
Russian strike hits shopping centre in central Ukraine
A Russian strike on a shopping centre in the central Ukrainian city of Pavlohrad killed at least four people.
Drones recreate Twin Towers in tribute ahead of 9/11 anniversary
Thousands of drones were used to recreate New York’s Twin Towers in a tribute ahead of the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
Manchester United beat Sabah 4-0 on Champions League return
Goals from Matheus Cunha, Bruno Fernandes, Benjamin Sesko and Lisandro Martinez seal a winning UCL return for United.