Three children and a teacher killed by 16-year-old at Oregon primary school
A teen assailant was pursued into the school by an armed community member, who shot him dead, said police.
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Bus hits train stopped on French side of Channel Tunnel, with 19 injured
Two people were severely injured and evacuated by helicopter but no one’s life appeared to be in danger, officials said.
State of Supply Chain Sustainability Report finds corporate commitment at record high, but governance lags behind
When corporate leaders discuss climate strategy, the message that still dominates is that, despite competing priorities and external pressures, sustainability…
Trump calls off livestream of Fort Hood attacker’s execution by firing squad
Trump said some would “rather not watch” the killing of Nidal Hasan, the first military execution in over 60 years.
Ukraine to restart strikes on Russian oil refineries, Zelensky says
Russia reports a Ukrainian strike on an oil refinery on Thursday, after Ukraine’s president says a pause is over following…
Q&A: The “collision” between AI, your brain, and society
As artificial intelligence use becomes more widespread, scholars are working to understand its effects on the people who use it.…
Musk says any limits on Ukraine’s Starlink access down to US, not his firm
Ukraine says Starlink access has improved but it is still facing speed limits which are disrupting its battlefield “missions”.
Researchers improve weather forecasts looking two to six weeks out
In 2021, Texas suffered the worst energy infrastructure failure in state history, following three severe winter storms in February. At…
Russian strikes leave 600,000 without power in Ukraine, Zelensky says
Ukraine’s president says “critical” infrastructure was hit overnight, while emergency services say at least three were killed.
Pope diagnosed with lung cancer but had successful surgery, Vatican says
Pope Leo had successful surgery to remove a lower lobe of his right lung, the Vatican said.
How artificial neural networks build their own learning machinery
As artificial intelligence becomes more and more powerful, its ability to handle human-like tasks is undeniable. Artificial neural networks can…
MI5 chief warns of threats to UK from Russia, Iran and AI
Sir Ken McCallum says operations to tackle terrorism and state threats are now roughly of an “equal scale”.
Russia’s offensive ability is broken, Kyiv’s former top general tells BBC
In his first interview since being forced from his post, Gen Syrskyi speaks about Ukraine’s future in the war.
Q&A: Building accountability behind our words — and AI’s — in civic conversations
When government officials craft policies, there is often a comment period for public feedback. Lawmakers have long had to sort…
Six Ukrainian energy sites hit by Russia since Trump announced ceasefire, Zelensky says
Despite the US president announcing energy infrastructure would not be targeted strikes have continued, Ukraine says.
Documents falsified to evade tax on Abramovich’s wealth, BBC finds
Backdated paperwork also made the Russian oligarch’s yachts and mansions disappear from accounts, investigation finds.
Trump’s ‘energy ceasefire’ claim welcomed by Zelensky but Russia silent
Zelensky says Kyiv would support such a truce. Moscow has yet to comment.
Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh airport hit by second Houthi strike in two days
The Yemeni group says it carried out attacks that killed 13 people over the weekend and targeted two airports and…
Ukraine strikes Russian data centre again despite Trump warning
It is the third time this week that Ukraine has targeted Russian tech giant Yandex, forcing the company to suspend…
‘Time for Ukraine to get new president,’ says Trump after Zelensky condemns diesel deal
Ukraine’s leader had said the deal with Russia to release diesel into the US would help Moscow fund the war.
Christa Pike discharged from hospital and returned to prison, her lawyers say
The convicted murderer was left in a critical condition after she survived two lethal injections.
‘Cockroach’ group leaders among hundreds detained in Delhi protest
Tens of thousands of security personnel were deployed and roads barricaded ahead of the demonstration.
Russian glide bomb attack on Zaporizhzhia kills at least 15 people
Children are among the victims, authorities say, and more victims could still be buried in the rubble of a large…
Trump announces deal for Russian diesel as Zelensky criticises ‘gift to Putin’
Ukraine’s president said allowing Russia to sell petroleum products would prolong a war that must be ended.
US unveils sanctions on ICC in move court condemns as ‘assault on rule of law’
Several member states of the international tribunal, including the UK, say they “strongly disagree” with the sanctions.
Navi Pillay, former UN human rights chief, wins Nobel Peace Prize
Pillay is recognised for her “efforts to promote peace and international law”, the Norwegian Nobel Committee says.
Firing squad execution to be livestreamed, Pentagon says
Pete Hegseth says the execution will be public, but a legal expert says the “unprecedented” decision is on “uncertain legal…
Suspect linked to Monaco bomb attack on millionaire breaks silence to BBC
Vitalii Zhykovych gives his own account of the attempted assassination of Ukrainian-born businessman Vadym Yermolayev.
3 Questions: What is the best path forward for AI in academia?
With artificial intelligence capabilities continuing to expand, universities now face complex, urgent questions about how to navigate increasing challenges, as…
Russian strike on buses kills 33, say officials, as deadly attacks on Ukraine surge
Ukraine accused Russia of targeting the crowded bus in the frontline city to kill as many civilians as possible.
US and Lebanon protecting wanted Syrian general, BBC finds
Bassam al-Hassan, linked to reporter Austin Tice’s abduction, is being sheltered in return for information.
Using AI to mitigate the growing environmental threat of data centers
The global building boom of power-hungry data centers is straining electrical grids, causing greater reliance on energy from polluting fossil…
Texas carries out first US execution since Christa Pike’s botched lethal injections
Lawyers for Jamaal Howard had asked a judge to pause the execution after Christa Pike’s botched lethal injections.
Spanish pensioner whose eviction sparked nationwide protests dies, union says
Maricarmen Abascal, 87, was forcibly removed on a stretcher from her apartment of more than 70 years in September.
Discovering the value of humanistic inquiry
Artificial intelligence has become part of the zeitgeist. And while it’s a polarizing topic, Linda Rabieh has a unique take…
France halts use of stun grenades after boy’s hand blown off in student protests
The step comes after several groups complained of police using disproportionate force towards teenagers.
US death row inmate Christa Pike awake and speaking after failed execution, lawyers say
Pike, 50, continues to receive critical medical care while handcuffed in hospital, according to a statement from her lawyers on…
Supercomputing researchers document evolution of AI hardware
As artificial intelligence transforms industries and national security, understanding the latest hardware capabilities is important for maintainind technological advantage. AI…
Tear gas in Paris and Marseille as school protests grow across France
Crowds of mainly teenagers called for more resources for schools and an end to what they called police repression.
Chris Bourg named vice provost and Barbara K. Ostrom (1978) Director of the MIT Libraries
Chris Bourg, who has served as director of the MIT Libraries since 2015, has been named vice provost and Barbara…
MIT announces the MIT for America initiative, to strengthen STEM education across the country
MIT is launching a new strategic initiative today: MIT for America, which seeks to strengthen STEM education nationally, at many…
Former German spy chief arrested for espionage and treason
August Hanning is accused of obtaining classified information for a foreign power.
Trump says ‘threat’ led US to pull bombers from RAF Fairford
The Pentagon confirmed on Sunday it had removed the B1 bombers from the base in England back to their home…
No10 insists UK military base RAF Fairford is safe after US withdraws bombers
US media reported a new threat led to the bombers being removed on Sunday, following an incident near the base…
Spanish PM Sánchez calls early election after housing protests
Sánchez says Spain will head to the polls on 29 November after recent defeats on measures aimed at addressing the…
Right-wing Flávio Bolsonaro wins first round of Brazil election
With neither candidate getting more than 50% of the vote, the election will go to a run-off on 25 October.
US air force removes all bombers from British military base RAF Fairford
No reason has been given for the withdrawal, but it follows a major incident last week when police were alerted…
Kyiv bridge hit in further Russian drone attack as German chancellor makes surprise visit
Unverified video shows a drone hitting the Northern Bridge as vehicles move across it, creating a large fireball.
Australia investigating Flydubai co-pilot’s links to country
State police and the country’s security agency are looking into the co-pilot, who attempted to take control of a Flydubai…
Tennessee prison chief to resign after Christa Pike’s failed execution, governor says
Pike survived two lethal injections on Wednesday and is currently in critical condition in hospital.