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Europe's royalty pay respects to King Harald V in Norway
The Prince of Wales and three Nordic kings were among those who attended proceedings on Wednesday.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by BBC News
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Oil tops $100 per barrel as U.S. and Iran launch new attacks
The price of crude oil hit a 15-week high after the U.S. said it blew up 5 more Iranian oil tankers, triggering retaliation from Tehran.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CBS News
CNBC World
WorldPingCNBC World
CoreWeave CEO chalks up public AI pushback to the speed of change: 'And that is frightening'
CoreWeave CEO Mike Intrator spoke to CNBC at the Goldman Sachs' Communacopia + Technology Conference this week.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
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U.S. reveals import ban on slew of Canadian goods as trade war escalates
Import bans on motorbikes, alcohol and dairy products are due to come into effect on Sept. 29 as the rift between the countries deepens.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
WorldPingFrance 24
How a French Foreign Legion soldier dramatically escaped Colombian captors
A French Foreign Legion soldier kidnapped by Colombian guerrillas escaped after nearly a month in captivity by overpowering a guard, jumping into a river with his hands tied and trekking for four days through the Andes to reach safety, according to a…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
WorldPingTimes of India
AI-pocalypse now? Anthropic gearheads sound alarm over advances
AI-pocalypse now? Anthropic gearheads sound alarm over advances — full report at Times of India.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
WorldPingThe Guardian
Air traffic control boss given a week to report after UK flight chaos causes 2,000 cancellations
Government remains confident in under-pressure Martin Rolfe but transport secretary believes glitch was avoidable Business live – latest updates How have you been affected by UK air traffic disruption?
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Guardian
Al Jazeera
WorldPingAl Jazeera
LIVE: Napoli vs Arsenal – UEFA Champions League
Follow live updates from our text commentary stream coverage as favourites Arsenal begin their Champions League season.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
CNBC World
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Experts weigh in as researcher says AI has more than 10% chance of 'killing all humans'
Jacob Coxon said in a post on X that Anthropic and OpenAI are "gambling with our lives."…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
WorldPingBBC News
Two die at Moldovan border as Russia-Ukraine drone war rages
Three deaths are reported in Ukraine and four in Russia as both sides launch new drone strikes.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by BBC News
Al Jazeera
WorldPingAl Jazeera
Attackers kill police officer, kidnap teachers in Cameroon’s northwest
An armed group attacks a teacher training centre in the town of Wum, according to the Northwest Region's governor.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera
WorldPingAl Jazeera
LIVE: Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid – Champions League
Follow updates from the league phase clash, including the build-up, analysis and live text commentary of the game.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
CNBC World
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Treasury Department to buy back up to $6 billion in longer-term debt, triple the normal level
The much-anticipated announcement triples the normal buyback operation and follows an announcement from Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
WorldPingTimes of India
US suspends Cognizant’s green-card filings amid visa fraud probe
US suspends Cognizant’s green-card filings amid visa fraud probe — full report at Times of India.
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CBS News
WorldPingCBS News
Netanyahu calls claim he was warned of Oct. 7 attack "malicious libel"
Israel's leader says a report claiming the UAE warned him in advance of Hamas' 2023 terror attack is politically motivated lies, but it's fueling fierce pre-election furor.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CBS News
WorldPingFrance 24
Kenya's crackdown on foreign workers raises concern among Burundians
Some 16,000 Burundian refugees and asylum seekers live in Kenya, and many of them make a living through informal jobs – as carpenters, motorcycle taxi drivers, or clothing vendors.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
CNBC World
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Brent crude oil tops $101 for first time since July as fighting escalates in Persian Gulf
Oil prices extended gains on Wednesday as escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran fueled concerns over further disruptions to Middle East energy supplies.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
Al Jazeera
WorldPingAl Jazeera
As the UK sanctions Israeli settlements, is the two-state solution dead?
Analysts say UK move far from enough to drive momentum for Palestinian statehood.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera
WorldPingAl Jazeera
Jerusalem Daily: Israel retaliates over sanctions on illegal settlements
A diplomatic rift grows between the UK and Israel after Britain led a ban on trade with illegal Israeli settlements…
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CNBC World
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LA Rams President Kevin Demoff touts Australia push ahead of historic NFL game
The Rams spent five years building their brand in Australia. This week, Los Angeles will face San Francisco in the NFL’s first regular-season game Down Under.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
WorldPingTimes of India
‘Wanted to teach him a lesson’: Accused on assault that killed Delhi musician
Seven men and a juvenile were arrested for the alleged killing of Chongtham Vikram Singh. The accused reportedly assaulted the musician after he objected to noise outside his home. Singh, a musician, died hours after the assault due to internal injuries.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
WorldPingFrance 24
Céline Dion's return to France: A French love affair
Céline Dion’s hotly anticipated return to the stage is scheduled for this Saturday in Paris – the first of more than 16 concerts in the French capital in September and October.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
WorldPingFrance 24
Macron summit seeks boost for European space despite no-shows
France is pressing ahead with a space summit shunned by the US tech giants and hampered by a lower-than-expected turnout from European leaders as President Emmanuel Macron seeks a stronger role for Europe in the competitive maelstrom of space.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
WorldPingTimes of India
Trump claims firefighters lifted him to safety after 9/11: What facts show
Trump claims firefighters lifted him to safety after 9/11: What facts show — full report at Times of India.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
WorldPingFrance 24
NY failed to disclose what it knew on 'toxic air' after 9/11
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced on Tuesday the release of tens of thousands of documents showing the city did not disclose all it knew about air toxicity after 9/11.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
Al Jazeera
WorldPingAl Jazeera
Bangladesh measles deaths surpass 1,000 after vaccination drive falls short
Bangladesh faces its worst measles outbreak, killing 1,002 children and infecting nearly 190,000 since March.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
WorldPingTimes of India
86-year-old father alleged son forced him out; HC orders son to vacate home
When an 86-year-old man bought several parcels of land in his youngest son's name and let him stay with him in the family's ancestral house in Odisha, he did not expect their relationship to eventually turn bad.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
WorldPingThe Guardian
Germany’s Merz cancels phone call with Trump after social media post celebrating AfD win – as it happened
Spokesperson for Merz declines to give a reason for cancellation, but notes that it was not due to scheduling German chancellor accuses far-right AfD party of seeking ‘ethnic cleansing’ Back to Oslo, the funeral procession for King Harald is about th…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Guardian
WorldPingTimes of India
Big boost for India ahead of Afghanistan T20Is as Nitish Kumar Reddy clears fitness test
Nitish Kumar Reddy has cleared his fitness test and is set to join the India squad ahead of the three-match T20I series against Afghanistan.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
WorldPingTimes of India
Missouri family rejected $238,000 for its land; court awarded them $2.1 million
A Missouri family's 15-acre property, bought in 1904, became the centre of a long eminent domain dispute after St. Louis County acquired it for a highway project. A jury valued the land at $1.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
WorldPingTimes of India
BLA claims 52 Pakistani personnel killed in 28 operations across Balochistan
BLA claims 52 Pakistani personnel killed in 28 operations across Balochistan — full report at Times of India.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
WorldPingFrance 24
Peru: 38 skeletons unearthed in ancient tomb
Archaeologists in Peru have discovered a near-intact pre-Incan tomb, containing the skeletons of 38 individuals, along with gold and copper objects.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
WorldPingTimes of India
Brics summit in Delhi on September 12-13: Agenda, schedule and other details
Brics summit in Delhi on September 12-13: Agenda, schedule and other details — full report at Times of India.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
Al Jazeera
WorldPingAl Jazeera
Gaza students with overseas university offers, scholarships remain trapped
As a new term begins, students promised places abroad face impossible immigration rules.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
Deutsche Welle
WorldPingDeutsche Welle
Ethiopia's constitutional reform: What does it mean — especially for Abiy?
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stands to benefit from a planned constitutional reform in the country. A new presidential system would reshape political power — and could give him a more powerful mandate in office.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Deutsche Welle
WorldPingFrance 24
France's far-right National Rally fires policeman from security team over racist, sexist comments
France's far-right National Rally (RN) has expelled a policeman from its ranks after bodycam footage of him making racist, homophobic and sexist remarks was published on Wednesday.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24
WorldPingABC News
Rubio visits Ecuador as Trump-friendly leader helps the US counterdrug push in the region
U.S.Secretary of State Marco Rubio visits Ecuador on the second leg of a three-nation tour of South America aimed at boosting security cooperation with conservative leaders…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by ABC News
WorldPingThe Guardian
Tens of thousands line the streets as Norway bids farewell to King Harald V
Europe’s royals and global political figures attend ceremony that brings 13 days of national mourning to a close Europe live – latest updates Norway has observed a minute’s silence as it takes leave of King Harald V in a series of ceremonies, bringin…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Guardian
WorldPingBBC News
Uganda pulling out of Prince Harry's Invictus Games, says military chief
The decision, announced by the chief of defence, comes just two months after Uganda said it would participate.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by BBC News
WorldPingThe Guardian
The RBA hoped this year’s three interest rate rises would tame inflation – but nothing is going their way
The breakdown of the US-Iran ceasefire, rising oil prices and the explosion in data centre investment are making the central bank’s task harder Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily new…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Guardian
WorldPingTimes of India
Amitabh Bachchan reveals hosting KBC 18 has been a ‘heartbreaking’ experience
Amitabh Bachchan is back as the host of Kaun Banega Crorepati for its eighteenth season, continuing to enthrall viewers with emotional narratives and engaging challenges. He revealed that some participants' stories are truly poignant.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
WorldPingTimes of India
Rs 500 notes in kalakand boxes? Viral video triggers vote-for-cash row in Alwar
A video showing kalakand boxes with cash has gone viral before Alwar municipal polling. Locals reported a car seen unloading boxes around 1 am in the Diwakari area. Occupants allegedly fled after residents gathered and stopped the vehicle.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
WorldPingThe Guardian
‘I fear the price could be high’: Inside the German state where the far-right surged
After the AfD’s landslide win in Saxony-Anhalt, people in the state capital share what they make of the result – and what comes next • Don’t get This Is Europe delivered to your inbox?
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Guardian
Al Jazeera
WorldPingAl Jazeera
Torrential rains, winds from Hurricane Lowell leaves 30,000 without power
Kauai grapples with flooding and dangerous debris as Hurricane Lowell batters Hawaii’s western coastline overnight.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Al Jazeera
WorldPingTimes of India
Gulzar Singh's suicide case: Rahul demands Punjab finance min's resignation
Rahul Gandhi has called for the resignation of Punjab minister Harpal Singh Cheema amidst ongoing concerns surrounding the death of Gulzar Singh.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
WorldPingTimes of India
Couple bought a broken Eichler home; now it’s worth $2.75 million
A magnificent example of midcentury modern architecture, this rare 1971 Eichler home in San Anselmo is listed at $2.75 million.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Times of India
CNBC World
WorldPingCNBC World
Robinhood CEO says companies can't control how their stock is tokenized as AMC clash escalates
Robinhood's Vlad Tenev said public companies can’t control financial products built around their stock while acknowledging token holders don’t get voting rights.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
Washington Post
WorldPingWashington Post
AP says it will refer to Lake Ontario by its original name, despite Trump’s order
The Associated Press’s guidance says President Donald Trump’s executive order affects only how the U.S. government refers to the lake, not Canada or other countries.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Washington Post