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Geopolitics

When a district in Florida's Everglades used robot rabbits to eliminate Burmese pythons

Times of India – World · India

Florida is employing AI-powered robot rabbits to help locate invasive Burmese pythons. These solar-powered decoys mimic prey using heat and scent to lure snake…

Geopolitics

Chairman of company tried to get MD killed to avoid repaying Rs 32 crore, arrested

Times of India – World · India

Waliv police arrested seven individuals, including the alleged mastermind, in an attempted murder case. The chairman of GSM Foils plotted to kill the managing …

Geopolitics

Far-right politicians seize on Ceuta

The New York Times – World · US

Several migrants who crossed into Ceuta attributed their arrival to lax Moroccan border protocols. But Europe’s anti-immigrant politicians blamed Spain’s migra…

Geopolitics

What triggered the mass migrant crossings into Ceuta?

BBC News – World · Europe

An estimated 60,000 migrants from Morocco have crossed into Ceuta, with dozens dying during the journey.

Entrepreneurship

Former OpenAI Researcher’s Hedge Fund Lost 67 Percent in July. Days Earlier, It Asked Investors for More Money

Inc. · Global

Leopold Aschenbrenner’s fund was forced to sell most of its $16 billion stock portfolio to Citadel.

Geopolitics

Chhattisgarh worker shot dead, another wounded in first J&K terror attack on migrants in 21 months

Times of India – World · India

Terrorists shot dead a 24-year-old labourer from Chhattisgarh in Kulgam. Another worker from the same state was critically wounded in the attack. Security forc…

Tech & Startups

Chinese AI Researchers Are Finding Their Voice on X

Wired · Global

As OpenAI and Anthropic employees grow quieter online, researchers at Chinese AI labs are flocking to X to explain their work, recruit talent, and shape the gl…

Entrepreneurship

The State Department Presented an Error-Filled Map of Africa. What Happened Next Is a Warning for Every CEO Using AI

Inc. · Global

An analysis revealed that the image was generated with AI. Here’s how to avoid the same embarrassing fate.

Geopolitics

In a first, India’s High Commissioner to Bangladesh meets U.S. Ambassador to India in Dhaka

The Hindu – World · India

The Ministry of External Affairs in Delhi has declined to provide any information about the meeting, a first in a foreign location, between the two envoys

Geopolitics

DR Congo Ebola outbreak becomes world's second-largest ever

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

DR Congo’s fast-spreading Ebola outbreak has exceeded 3,500 cases, overtaking the country’s deadliest epidemic and becoming the world’s second-largest ever. Th…

Entrepreneurship

Publix Just Issued Another Major Food Recall. Customers in 8 States Should Check Their Freezers

Inc. · Global

Publix has expanded a frozen berry recall after 12 illness reports and an FDA-linked investigation connected the products to an E. coli outbreak.

Geopolitics

High court clears way for clinical trial giving puberty blockers to children

The Guardian – World · Europe

Legal challenge to King’s College London research study claimed it could harm participants but was rejectedA clinical trial of drugs that can delay puberty can…

Geopolitics

At least 57 people die as tens of thousands cross to Spanish enclave of Ceuta from Morocco

The Guardian – World · Europe

Pedro Sánchez decries ‘violation of territorial integrity’ as other EU countries criticise Madrid over incidentAt least 57 people have died trying to reach the…

Entrepreneurship

Cutwater Is Becoming a $1 Billion Brand by Doing the Opposite of What Everyone Else in Alcohol Is Doing

Inc. · Global

Amid record low alcohol sales, consumers are drinking up the ready-to-drink brand whose cans have developed a reputation for packing a punch.

Entrepreneurship

Amazon Just Revealed How Much It’s Spending on AI. Even That Won’t Be Enough

Inc. · Global

On its recent earnings call, Amazon said AI demand is fueling faster AWS growth, but capacity still remains limited.

Geopolitics

Italy suspends EU Schengen free-travel pact with Spain over Ceuta migrant crisis

South China Morning Post – World · China

Italy said on Friday it ⁠was suspending the EU’s ⁠border-free Schengen arrangements with Spain for one month in ⁠response to a mass influx of migrants into the…

Geopolitics

Wait goes on for result in Greater Manchester mayoral by-election – as it happened

The Guardian – World · Europe

The turnout was recorded as the lowest on record for a mayoral role in the regionThe construction of a new Chinese “super-embassy” in London, which is set to b…

Geopolitics

India’s monsoon rains in danger as UN chief warns planet is ‘on fire’

The Guardian – World · Europe

António Guterres says strengthening El Niño will help push the world’s climate crisis into ‘uncharted territory’India’s monsoon is in danger and hotter, drier …

Geopolitics

India risks complicity in Israel’s war crimes in Gaza, Amnesty report reveals

The Hindu – World · India

The findings illustrate that India failed to regulate the export of arms to Israel by several private munition manufacturers

Tech & Startups

Sam Altman isn’t the only one who wants to pump the brakes on AI

TechCrunch · US

After years of pushing full speed ahead on AI, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman says maybe it’s time for the AI industry to “pace” itself. The comment…

Geopolitics

U.S. lawmaker urges Taiwan to pass drone Bill, warning 'time is short'

The Hindu – World · India

China claims Taiwan is part of its territory and has threatened to use force to seize it. Taiwan has ramped up its defence spending in recent years, but remain…

Geopolitics

Myanmar's President outlines policy road map, criticises ASEAN peace plan

The Hindu – World · India

President Min Aung Hlaing said he would spend two years accelerating efforts to build a modern and developed nation based on democracy and a federal system, fo…

Geopolitics

Ceuta Evokes Europe’s 2015 Migration Crisis. But Much Has Changed Since.

The New York Times – World · US

The crossing of 50,000 people to Spanish territory this week has created a crisis for the Spanish government, much as the 2015 migration crisis did for Europe’…

Geopolitics

Spain's PM blames traffickers after 60,000 migrants reach Ceuta from Morocco

BBC News – World · Europe

Spain said most had returned to Morocco by Friday evening, as Italy suspended its Schengen agreement on free movement with Madrid.

Geopolitics

Sam Fender and Olivia Dean’s Rein Me In breaks 73-year record to become longest-running UK No 1 single

The Guardian – World · Europe

Duetting stars surpass record set in 1953, when crooner Frankie Laine hit the top with I BelieveSam Fender and Olivia Dean have scored the longest running UK N…

Geopolitics

Ukraine’s Strike on Iranian Ship Shows How Two Wars Could Spiral

The New York Times – World · US

Iran sent military aid to Russia for its war against Ukraine. Now the question is whether that conflict and the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran are converging.

Entrepreneurship

New York Says Kalshi Is Illegal Gambling. Kalshi Says the State Is Trying to Kill Prediction Markets

Inc. · Global

The state wants the $22 billion exchange to repay customers nationwide, surrender its proceeds, and pay triple its alleged gains—plus $100,000 for each unautho…

Geopolitics

Spain's PM blames Ceuta migrant influx on criminal networks manipulating recent court ruling

The Hindu – World · India

A Spanish Supreme Court ruled earlier this month that immediate returns of migrants crossing the border illegally did not apply to those arriving by sea

Tech & Startups

Snapchat no longer rewards fully AI-generated Spotlight content

TechCrunch · US

Snapchat has adjusted its recommendation systems to ensure that only videos created by real people are eligible for Spotlight recommendations, taking a stance …

Entrepreneurship

Tim Hortons Just Opened Its First Location in Maryland—and More Are On the Way as Part of a Big U.S. Expansion

Inc. · Global

A total of 10 Tim Hortons locations are opening in Maryland. The chain is also coming to more states.

Geopolitics

Maharashtra rains: Man clings to tree as wife, 2 daughters swept away in car

Times of India – World · India

A woman and her two young daughters tragically drowned after their car was swept away. The family was attempting to cross a submerged bridge during heavy rainf…

Entrepreneurship

The Most Important Part of Melanie Perkins’ Massive Canva Philanthropy Announcement Wasn’t the Money

Inc. · Global

The Canva co-founder began with a question, rather than an answer. Many leaders could stand to do the same.

Geopolitics

I Flew in the Douglas DC-3, a WWII Workhorse of Aviation, Over the Amazon

The New York Times – World · US

The Douglas DC-3 was mass-produced during World War II. Today, one of the few still remaining transports passengers in Colombia’s jungle.

Entrepreneurship

Can Hybrid Employees Demand Pay for Their Commute? The DOL Issues New Guidance

Inc. · Global

Allowing remote employees to dodge rush-hour traffic won’t trigger extra pay requirements under federal law.

Geopolitics

HIV prevention drug could reduce cases globally but USAID cuts prevent access, say experts

The Guardian – World · Europe

Injectable PrEP drug holds promise but investment in HIV prevention has declined dramatically worldwideSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter email New in…

Geopolitics

India calls for global scrutiny over Pakistan’s ‘ruthless’ crackdown in PoK

The Hindu – World · India

The PoK has been witnessing massive protests since last month over inflated living costs, alleged administrative apathy and political discrimination and atroci…

Geopolitics

UK court allows plans for Chinese 'super' embassy to advance

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

A court dismissed a legal challenge against Beijing's new embassy in London, which could become the largest in the UK. The case, brought by a neighborhood asso…

Entrepreneurship

1 of the Biggest Leadership Blind Spots Is Assuming People Understand What You Never Actually Said

Inc. · Global

Most leaders think they’re communicating clearly. The real problem is that employees are often being held accountable for expectations that were never explicit…

Geopolitics

Pakistan Broad Peak avalanche: Nepal’s Nirmal Purja among six missing, four bodies recovered

Indian Express – World · India

- Avalanche on Broad Peak killed four climbers; six remain missing, including Nirmal Purja, with two identified. Rescue efforts face weather and terrain challe…

Geopolitics

Hamas agrees to Trump’s plan to disarm in Gaza – The Latest

The Guardian – World · Europe

Donald Trump has declared a breakthrough in negotiations over the disarmament of Hamas in Gaza and the withdrawal of Israeli forces, but Israeli government off…

Geopolitics

Why Europe's wildfires are getting harder to stop

Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe

Wildfires may start with a single spark, but experts say climate change, drought and decades of forest management decisions have created the conditions for Eur…

Tech & Startups

Can Republicans Actually Send Anthony Fauci to Jail?

Wired · Global

MAGA is loudly calling for the former White House chief medical adviser to end up in prison. WIRED asked legal experts to weigh in on whether that’s even possi…

Entrepreneurship

A Founder Pitched Mark Cuban at the Gym. Then a Viral Video Ruined the Experience

Inc. · Global

Cuban wasn’t happy with how the founder of a beverage startup handled his guerrilla ‘Shark Tank’ moment.

Tech & Startups

Siri AI could come with a paywall for power users

TechCrunch · US

Apple CEO Tim Cook envisions users being able to buy more compute for Siri AI via Apple's existing iCloud+ subscriptions.

Entrepreneurship

The AI Boom Has a Dirt Problem. This $1.75 Billion Startup Says Robots Can Fix It

Inc. · Global

As the construction industry deals with a labor shortage, an excavator with no one inside it can dig and load earth into a truck for hours.

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