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Russia’s neighbor reveals personal appeals to Trump as US weighs NATO troop pullback in Europe
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda said he personally urged Donald Trump to maintain US troops on NATO’s eastern flank while Washington reviews its military presence in Europe. He argued that Lithuania’s offer of substantial host-nation support and continued American involvement are important to deterring Russia and protecting the Baltic region. Nausėda later confirmed that a new…
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Rabbit expands AI agent to computers beyond its R1 device
Rabbit is launching OS3, a standalone cloud-based AI agent that can run across Windows, Mac and Linux without requiring its R1 device. The move broadens access to Rabbit’s software after disappointing reception for the R1, while the company shifts towards software alongside continued plans for new AI hardware. Users can connect up to five devices…
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EU drops Usmanov and Fridman from blacklist as Russia sanctions continue
The EU has removed Russian billionaires Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman from its sanctions list, after France and Luxembourg pressed for their delisting. The decision enabled the bloc to preserve broader sanctions against Russia, but angered many member states and Ukraine, which said it weakened Europe’s unity and created a dangerous precedent. To secure unanimous…
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Jacks stars as England grind out win over Sri Lanka
England defeated Sri Lanka by 89 runs in the first one-day international at Chester-le-Street, with Will Jacks playing a match-winning all-round performance. The victory extends England’s winning streak against Sri Lanka to ten matches this year and puts them within touching distance of a third consecutive ODI series win, which they can secure on Thursday…
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EU decision to lift sanctions on Usmanov and Fridman angers Ukraine
The European Union has agreed to remove sanctions on two Russian oligarchs—Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman—who were sanctioned following Russia’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The decision has provoked strong anger in Ukraine, with Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha condemning the move as sending a dangerous signal of impunity to Moscow and creating division within Europe. France…
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Trump reports positive three-hour US-Iran talks amid rising oil prices
Donald Trump said US and Iranian officials held a three-hour meeting at the UN General Assembly in New York, describing it as “very good” and suggesting further talks were planned. The discussions reportedly focused on ending the nearly seven-month US-Iran conflict, as Washington faces pressure from worsening tensions and sharply rising oil prices. Trump said…
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EU delists Usmanov and Fridman while extending Russia sanctions
The European Union has agreed to remove two Russian billionaires, Alisher Usmanov and Mikhail Fridman, from its sanctions list, whilst extending restrictions on nearly 3,000 individuals and companies linked to Russia’s war on Ukraine for a further three years. The decision represents a contentious compromise reached under time pressure, as France and Luxembourg used their…
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Trump emphasises US technological edge and direct diplomacy in address to world leaders
President Trump delivered remarks to the United Nations emphasizing American economic, military, and technological strength, with particular focus on artificial intelligence capabilities and competition with China. The a
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“Choosin’ Texas” Sets Record For Longest-Running No. 1 Pop Single
Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” has become the longest-running No. 1 single in Billboard Hot 100 history, reaching the summit for a record 23rd week and surpassing Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You”. The achievement is notable because Langley’s song is not a seasonal release and has repeatedly returned to No. 1 since…
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Moment naughty black cat jumps through sun roof of moving car while being driven to Starbucks for a treat
A black cat unexpectedly jumped out of an open sunroof whilst its owner, Elisa Camacho, was driving at 50mph on a Washington highway on 16 September. The incident occurred on Maple Valley Highway in Seattle whilst Camacho was driving to Starbucks to purchase her cat’s first “pup cup” treat. Camacho was distracted by her phone…