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DISASTER2d agoSydney Airport flights disrupted due to air traffic controller shortageA shortage of air traffic controllers caused flight cancellations and major delays at Sydney Airport ‌on Friday morning, the federal agency responsible for managing Australia's air traffic said.…Japan Today
HEALTH2d ago8-year-old accident victim walks again after complex reconstructive surgeryAn 8-year-old accident victim has regained the ability to walk following complex reconstructive surgery. This highlights a successful medical intervention and recovery.The Hindu
POLITICS2d agoThe forgotten French prisoner of 9/11Zacarias Moussaoui, who was sent to the US by al-Qaida to prepare attacks and was convicted of complicity in the September 11 attacks, has spent the past 20 years serving a life sentence without the possibility of parole in a high-security penitentiary in Colorado. His lawyer is requesting his transfer to France.Le Monde [en]
POLITICS2d agoHong Kong gives Tiananmen vigil activists between 5 and 7 yearThree Hong Kong Tiananmen vigil activists were jailed for five to seven years under the national security law.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS2d agoYoung republicans break with Trump over Iran warA clear generational divide between younger and older republicans is forming at the RNC Midterm Convention.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICT2d agoIsraeli film on AI-backed Gaza killings gets 25-minute Venice ovationA chilling new documentary about Israel’s AI-powered mass killing of civilians in Gaza from two Oscar-winning Israeli filmmakers received a 25-minute ovation at its premiere at the Venice Film Festival on Thursday. The audience clapped continuously for Yuval Abraham and Rachel Szor after the screening, setting what is thought to be a record in Venice after a 23-minute ovation for another film about Gaza last year. In their film NAZA, Abraham and Szor used conversations with 24 different Israeli...South China Morning Post
SCI & TECH2d agoAnthropic says it blocked misuse of its AI that could have supported biological weaponsLe Monde [en]
POLITICS2d agoPutin lands in India for BRICs summit, shadowed by Iran and Ukraine warsRussian, Iranian leaders due to hold talks with India's Modi at summit dominated by wars in Middle East and Ukraine.Al Jazeera [en]
CONFLICT2d agoIsraeli strike in Gaza kills family of four, including two childrenEuroNews [en]
POLITICS2d agoTiananmen vigil leaders jailed up to 7 years, as group is fined HK$1.5 millionThree former leaders of the now-disbanded alliance behind Hong Kong’s annual Tiananmen Square vigil have been sentenced to up to seven years and three months in jail under the national security law for inciting subversion by calling for an end to “one-party dictatorship” in mainland China. Three High Court judges on Friday also imposed a HK$1.5 million fine on the Hong Kong Alliance in Support of Patriotic Democratic Movements of China, bringing the high-profile trial at West Kowloon Court to a...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS2d agoCan John Lee untie the 4 knots choking the tech loop in Northern Metropolis?In the second of our series of previews on the five-year plan and policy address, to be announced on September 16, Elizabeth Cheung and Vivian Au drill down on what’s holding back the Northern Metropolis. Read part one here. For employees of surgical robotics company Yuanhua Tech, travelling between their Shenzhen base in Nanshan district and its Hong Kong office in the Science Park means a two-hour commute. And when the hi-tech firm sends money to Hong Kong for operations, the process can take...South China Morning Post
DISASTER2d ago25 years ago, America faces ‘darkest hour’ as 9/11 terror attacks unfold – SCMP archiveThis article was first published on September 12, 2001. America’s nightmare by Greg Torode in Washington President George W. Bush this morning (September 12, 2001) told the United States that thousands had lost their lives after two hijacked airliners destroyed New York’s World Trade Centre and another smashed into the Pentagon in the most brutal terrorist attacks in the nation’s history. Mr Bush, in a televised address to the nation, condemned the “despicable” attacks, saying: “These acts...South China Morning Post
BUSINESS2d agoLightPath signals fiscal 2027 CapEx higher than $6.3M while scaling against $110.9M backlogLightPath has signaled higher capital expenditures for fiscal 2027, exceeding $6.3 million, as the company works to scale operations against a significant $110.9 million backlog. This indicates future investment and potential growth for the company.Seeking Alpha Tech
SCI & TECH2d agoWomen take the controls as farms embrace new tech in TelanganaDrones are opening a new frontier for women in self-help groups, giving them a chance to enter technology-led agriculture and build independent businesses. From crop-spraying to farm services, the new skills are taking them beyond the traditional activities of SHGsThe Hindu
POLITICS2d agoChinese-American electorate proves more fluid than expected, C100 survey findsA survey of potential Chinese-American voters suggests a significant gender gap in party affiliation as well as a high level of willingness to vote across party lines, according to results released on Thursday. The data – from the Committee of 100 (C100), a civic group of prominent Chinese-Americans, and a University of Chicago polling firm – challenges the common perception that these citizens form a reliable voting bloc for the Democratic Party. Recently naturalised immigrants are more likely...South China Morning Post
CYBER2d agoChina and Iran, among the countries that have used AI for espionage, according to AnthropicClarín
POLITICS2d agoUS Vice President dismisses Iran war as a "political issue"The US Vice President dismisses criticism of Iran as a "political issue" at a Republican convention in Texas. The leader asks voters not to give in to Democrats in the November elections.Clarín
POLITICS2d agoUS Census evaluates a plan to omit immigrant and race dataA proposed census reform in the US could exclude essential data on race and immigrants, affecting resource allocation and political representation. The changes, compared to previous attempts, would eliminate key demographic questions, which, according to experts, would compromise the quality.Clarín
BUSINESS2d agoJane Street becomes leading block trader in Asia after Segantii demiseProprietary trading fund expands into areas once dominated by hedge fundsFinancial Times
POLITICS2d agoDont bank on it : Experts cast doubt on Trump $5 , 000 pledge to votersExperts are expressing skepticism regarding a reported $5,000 pledge made by Trump to voters. This concerns the feasibility of a significant economic promise in a political context.foxrochester.com · United States
WORLD2d agoMarong Panthers : Can masters claim fifth straight LVFNL flag ? | Bendigo AdvertiserThe Marong Panthers' master team is aiming for their fifth consecutive LVFNL flag, as reported by the Bendigo Advertiser. This covers a local sports achievement or upcoming event.bendigoadvertiser.com.au · Australia
CONFLICT2d agoRussia FSB says Kiev plotted terror attack on united kingdom ambassador in MoscowRussia's FSB alleges that Kiev plotted a terror attack against the United Kingdom ambassador in Moscow. This accusation suggests a significant diplomatic and security incident between the involved nations.sott.net · United States
BUSINESS2d agoCould a defence deal bring GM Cami plant back to life ? A question is raised about whether a defense deal could revive the GM Cami plant. This suggests a potential strategic development that could impact the plant's operational future.parisstaronline.com · Canada
BUSINESS2d agoData centers bring mixed housing effects , boost commercial real estate : ReportA report indicates that data centers have varied impacts on housing and contribute to the growth of commercial real estate.upnorthlive.com · United States