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Southeast Asia’s Extreme Heat Exposes Gaps in Safety Net for Outdoor Workers
Southeast Asian cities lack adequate heat risk assessments and weak regulations protect outdoor workers, a report says.
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How much can Canada fight back in its trade war with the US?
Canada has more leverage in the US trade war than it may seem, says BBC's Jessica Murphy.
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Richard Branson Blames War Leaders for Rising Flight Prices
Virgin Group founder Richard Branson links rising flight prices to the Iran conflict, citing high oil prices and war leaders' actions.
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Is motion sickness preventable? What works and what doesn't
Experts discuss ways to prevent motion sickness, including medications, behavioural approaches, and physical therapy.
Central African Republic: In Zamboï, workers return to the mine despite the accident [2/3]
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Central African Republic: In Zamboï, workers return to the mine despite the accident [2/3]
In the Central African Republic, miners have returned to the Zamboï gold mine site despite a deadly landslide two weeks prior. Authorities have launched an investigation, but access remains officially prohibited.
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What Sputnik Couldn’t Do to American Science, Beijing Has
The US government now owns stakes in major tech firms and has adopted a new strategy to prioritize tech leadership as a national security objective.
cointelegraph.com
US Labor Market Data Beats Expectations, Sends Bitcoin Lower
US economy adds 162,000 nonfarm jobs, Bitcoin drops below $80K.
anthropic.com
India Country Brief: The Anthropic Economic Index
India accounts for 5.8% of global Claude.ai use, second only to the United States. Current adoption is concentrated in a few states, suggesting opportunities to expand access.
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The Guardian view on Reform’s funding scandal: Nigel Farage has questions to answer
Undercover investigation raises concerns about foreign money in Reform UK's funding, leading to removal of two aides and calls for national emergency.
al-monitor.com
Israel's Emptying of West Bank Refugee Camps Could Be Crimes Against Humanity: UN
UN rights office warns Israel's forced displacement of Palestinian refugees from three West Bank camps could be crimes against humanity. Operation 'Iron Wall' led to the displacement of over 33,000 people.
Estonian Defence Minister Resigns Over €70 Million Ukraine Munitions Scandal
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Estonian Defence Minister Resigns Over €70 Million Ukraine Munitions Scandal
Estonian Defence Minister resigns after €70m Ukraine munitions scam involving Indian-run company.
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Nigel Farage meeting a 'shadowy foreign donor'? It can only be another establishment stitch-up
Farage's party faces police investigation for allegedly using foreign money. Verbatim's undercover sting reveals questionable financial dealings.
bbc.co.uk
Hospitality and education boost US job creation in August
The US economy added 162,000 jobs in August, almost triple the expected 56,000, driven by increased employment in restaurants, bars, and local government education.
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A storm destroyed her tea factory. One Canadian friend kept the business alive 2,300 miles away
A hurricane destroyed a North Carolina tea company's factory, but a Canadian friend helped keep it afloat.
mothership.sg
S'porean rapper Sheikh Haikel reveals he has stage 4 colon cancer
S'porean rapper Sheikh Haikel has revealed he has stage 4 colon cancer and has been battling it for over a year.
bbc.co.uk
Stock up on food to prepare for extreme El Niño weather, minister says
Environment Secretary Angela Eagle advises households to stock up on food due to the strongest El Niño event in a generation.
chinanews.com.cn
Seven Departments Including Cyberspace Administration of China Jointly Issue 'Implementation Plan for Promoting Coordinated Digital-Green Transformation Development (2026-2030)'
China's seven key departments, led by the Cyberspace Administration of China, have released a plan for 2026-2030 to integrate digital and green development, aiming for high-quality, low-carbon growth.
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Firmus Energy customers face price increase
Firmus Energy is increasing gas prices for its customers in the Ten Towns area by 8.98% and for Greater Belfast by 12.5%, effective in October.
straitstimes.com
‘I screamed’: Battle-ready Pokemon fans gear up for the World Championships on home turf
Local Pokemon fans are preparing for the 2027 World Championships in Singapore, marking the first time in South-East Asia. Top players must qualify through prior tournaments.
bbc.co.uk
US diesel prices hit an all-time-high
US diesel prices soar to $5.85 per gallon, up from $3.71 a year ago, amid the US-Israel war with Iran. The US government aims to lower gas prices through an oil deal with Venezuela.
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Cuba opens real estate sector to foreigners as US pressure deepens economic crisis
Cuba allows foreign investment in real estate as part of broader economic reforms to address a severe crisis and attract private capital.
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Lindsay Clancy: She killed her children, one at a time. Then tried to join them
Mother Lindsay Clancy charged with three counts each of murder, strangulation, and assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. She pleaded not guilty by reason of insanity.
theguardian.com
Volkswagen to cut further 50,000 jobs as it ends row with union over revival plan
Volkswagen to cut 50,000 jobs in a major restructuring plan.
sanews.gov.za
AI and new digital technologies must not leave SA's workforce behind: Ramokgopa
South Africa's Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, advocates for a human-centered approach to AI, ensuring technological advancements do not displace the workforce.
Drivers 'shocked' as Uber exits Nigeria, Uganda with competition, costs rising
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Drivers 'shocked' as Uber exits Nigeria, Uganda with competition, costs rising
Uber has immediately ceased its ride-hailing services in Nigeria and Uganda, citing rising operating costs and intense competition as reasons for its withdrawal from these two African markets.
technode.com
Better Models Aren’t Enough: China’s AI Race Turns to Cost, Products and Paying Users
China's AI race is shifting from model capability to cost-effectiveness and user value. Companies are optimizing AI usage for better ROI, favoring cheaper, open-source models. The challenge remains translating AI efficiencies into sustainable business revenue amidst user …
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From Feeding Thousands to Bankruptcy: The Ananthapuri Cafe Crisis
Ananthapuri Cafe, a 'Janakeeya Hotel' (People's Hotel) run by Kudumbashree women in Thiruvananthapuram, has closed after six years due to mounting debt, unpaid electricity bills, and a lack of government support.
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Benin: The First Economic Markers of the Wadagni Era
Benin's new president, Romuald Wadagni, is continuing the economic policies of his predecessor, Patrice Talon, focusing on fiscal stability while increasing social spending and promoting equitable growth distribution.
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Labor Market: Almost Four Million Germans Want to Reduce Their Working Hours
Around 3.8 million employed Germans wish to reduce their working hours, while 1.5 million desire more, according to the Federal Statistical Office. This trend, affecting about one in nine workers, would slightly decrease the national average weekly working time if all pre…
Yen surges on new intervention talk; oil prices climb
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Yen surges on new intervention talk; oil prices climb
The Japanese yen rallied sharply against the dollar amid fresh speculation of intervention by Japan's central bank and expectations of a hawkish rate hike, while oil prices jumped due to new Iran strikes against U.S. targets in the Gulf region.