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    • Israel’s Center-Left Could Topple Netanyahu – Without Any Plan For Palestinians

      Israel’s election will determine whether Benjamin Netanyahu’s government remains in power, but the article argues that neither it nor the centre-left opposition has set out a clear plan for Palestinians. The opposition could defeat Netanyahu yet still maintain policies that leave Palestinians under occupation, raising doubts about whether a change of government would improve their…

    • Infantino says he is backed by ‘vast majority’

      Fifa president Gianni Infantino says he retains the support of the “vast, vast majority” of world football, brushing off questions about whether he should resign. The dispute follows a controversial proposal to sell part of Fifa’s commercial rights to a private investment firm, which Infantino withdrew within days. Uefa and other confederation leaders accused him…

    • UK households build emergency reserves after three-day preparedness advice

      The UK government has advised households to keep three days’ worth of supplies for emergencies, prompting some people to build up stocks of food, water and basic equipment. The campaign comes amid warnings about security threats and climate-related disruption, and reflects concern that supply or infrastructure failures could leave people without essentials. Residents interviewed described…

    • Government and AI giants to set up ‘world first’ pandemic-prevention lab

      The government will establish a lab using artificial intelligence to help develop medical responses to future pathogens and protect the UK from pandemics. The plan is part of a wider investment package intended to strengthen AI security and capability, while addressing concerns about the technology’s risks and effects on jobs. The government will invest £100…

    • Tech tycoons must not be allowed to ‘let rip’ with AI, minister warns

      AI minister Kanishka Narayan warned that technology companies should not be free to develop artificial intelligence without limits, arguing that the UK must actively shape its use in the public interest. Ahead of the Budget, the Government announced funding for AI research, security and British companies, while acknowledging concerns about the technology’s effects on jobs…

    • Osasco’s shift to services tests Lula’s support in Brazil run-off

      Osasco, once a centre of industrial employment, has shifted towards shopping, services and app-based work, reflecting changes in Brazil’s working class. The city backed Lula in 2022 but voted for Flávio Bolsonaro in this election’s first round; their run-off is on Sunday, and the shift highlights how economic frustration and a desire for change are…

    • Healey pledges hundreds of millions for British AI and security

      John Healey says the government will commit hundreds of millions of pounds in Wednesday’s budget to develop a “distinctively British” approach to artificial intelligence. The investment is intended to improve national security and support economic growth, while ensuring workers and communities share in AI’s benefits. The plans include new funding for the AI Security Institute…

    • Jordon Steele-John takes leave during inquiry into conduct allegations

      Greens senator Jordon Steele-John says he will take leave from parliament while an independent investigation into allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards women is pursued. He denies wrongdoing and says he is staying away after pressure grew for him not to attend Senate estimates, arguing that he has been excluded on the basis of unspecified allegations.…

    • Maher faces criticism for soft interview with former press secretary Leavitt

      Bill Maher faced criticism for a notably gentle interview with former White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt on his HBO programme, “Real Time”. The exchange attracted attention because Maher had previously ridiculed Leavitt’s defence of Donald Trump after he insulted a reporter, and had recently attended a dinner with Trump. Leavitt said she left her…

    • Michigan Senate rivals clash over Muslim Brotherhood allegations as Rogers doubles down on El-Sayed

      Michigan Senate rivals Abdul El-Sayed and Mike Rogers traded accusations in separate interviews, with El-Sayed saying Rogers was questioning his loyalty because of his Muslim faith. Rogers maintained that El-Sayed had embraced Muslim Brotherhood ideology, while El-Sayed denied any personal or family ties to the organisation and said he would be loyal to the US…