How podcasts became political powerhouses
Are podcasts remaking politics or just bypassing scrutiny?
Scientists urge tighter AI controls to prevent global cyber risks
Call comes amid polls casting doubts on political leaders’ ability to manage AI risks as US midterm elections near.
Iconic Iguazu Falls walkway dismantled amid record water levels
The Devil’s Throat walkway at Iguazu Falls is dismantled as water surged to nearly eight times its average.
Ad targeting Maine Sen. Susan Collins’ opponent Troy Jackson ran in wrong state. Who paid?
Snopes confirmed a political ad meant to air in Portland, Maine, aired in Portland, Oregon, instead.
Did RFK Jr. say ‘infertility is genetic’?
While the health secretary has long been concerned about infertility issues, this alleged quote needs a fact-check.
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.
Is your ballot disqualified if poll workers mark it? Here’s the truth
Several states require poll workers to mark ballots as part of the verification process.
Missiles intercepted near Riyadh after Saudi coalition hits Yemen fuel depot
The Saudi-led coalition fighting in Yemen struck a fuel depot near the Houthi-controlled capital, Sanaa.
Ex-gang boss sentenced to 40 years for orchestrating Tupac Shakur’s murder
Davis was found guilty last month over his role in the late rap superstar’s death in a drive-by shooting in 1996.
Trump ousts Kimberly Guilfoyle as US ambassador to Greece after corruption allegations
Guilfoyle the allegations of improper conduct are “false” and being ambassador was the “honour of a lifetime”.
Volkswagen’s US EV sales collapse 90% in a quarter
Volkswagen sold 1,421 electric cars in the United States in the third quarter, a 90% fall, after ending ID.4 production and halting imports of its
Jio Platforms attracts more than $20B in bids ahead of record India IPO
Jio Platforms has drawn more than $20B in bids for what would be India’s largest listing, with Fidelity, Allianz and Capital Group indicating interest. The
Cholera cases surge in Yemen as conflict intensifies, WHO says
Yemen has reported 8,034 suspected cases and 27 deaths this year, with a quarter of the total coming in last four weeks.
New White House press secretary Katie Zacharia holds first briefing
Katie Zacharia has held her first briefing as White House press secretary after replacing Karoline Leavitt.