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US Space Force retires satellite system after 55 years of missile warnings
The US Space Force has retired the Defense Support Program (DSP), a constellation of satellites that detected missile launches from orbit for more than 55 years. It helped underpin US nuclear deterrence during the Cold War and later warned troops of missile attacks, so its retirement marks the end of a long-running era in space-based…
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Brazen Georgia diner calls 911 to get out of paying $63 tab at Red Lobster, cops say
A Georgia man was arrested after calling 911 and falsely reporting a medical emergency at a Red Lobster restaurant to avoid paying his bill. The incident highlights a troubling misuse of emergency services, diverting police resources from genuine emergencies for what was a relatively minor debt. Abdul Rasheed, 26, made the false call on 24…
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Rare Irish cattle arrive in Scotland to help restore rainforest habitat
Twelve rare Droimeann cattle from Ireland have arrived at Ardtornish Estate on Scotland’s Morvern Peninsula to help restore rainforest habitat. Their grazing is intended to control bracken and coarse grasses, making room for a wider variety of plants and habitats to recover while supporting food production. The herd is part of the West Highland rainforest…
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Kansas dog leads Leawood officer to injured owner after fall
A Kansas dog escaped its home and caught a police officer’s attention on the street, barking repeatedly until the officer followed the animal back to its house. Inside, the officer found the homeowner lying on the floor, unable to get up after falling. The timely discovery might have prevented a more serious outcome. The Leawood…
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Global Diesel Crisis: G7 Releases Strategic Reserves as Prices Hit Records
G7 countries have agreed to release up to 100 million barrels of emergency reserves, including a substantial amount of diesel, after Donald Trump threatened to ban US diesel exports. The move aims to ease shortages and price pressures, but has drawn criticism from experts who say the US threat pressured European leaders into acting. The…
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California Businessman Charged in $300M Nvidia AI Chip Smuggling Case
Greg Lui, a 38-year-old California businessman and CEO of Earthmade Computer, has been charged with orchestrating a $300 million scheme to smuggle export-controlled Nvidia AI chips to China between October 2023 and August 2026. Using fraudulent paperwork and false identities, Lui routed shipments of advanced processors including A100 and H100 GPUs through Malaysia, Singapore and…
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Daniel Thomas admits restricted-zone entry at Dover but denies further charges
Anti-migrant activist Daniel Thomas, known to supporters as Danny Tommo, appeared by video link at Margate Magistrates’ Court charged over incidents in Dover. The case concerns alleged entry into restricted or unauthorised areas and alleged threatening or obstructive behaviour. Court documents say Thomas, 37, pleaded guilty to entering a restricted zone at Western Jet Foil…
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Circuit Breaker Labs hopes to make AI safer for your kids (and you)
Circuit Breaker Labs is developing tools to test whether AI systems can recognise and respond safely to psychologically risky conversations. The startup was founded by siblings Shirali and Arul Nigam, who were motivated by cases in which families allege chatbot interactions contributed to young people’s deaths or delusions. Its simulated users represent different ages, backgrounds,…
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Brassed Off director says 1996 film’s political message still resonates today
Mark Herman says Brassed Off has endured because its comedy and political message reach beyond its story of a Yorkshire brass band, while reflecting the lasting effects of industrial decline. As the 1996 film marks its 30th anniversary, the director says it remains relevant to younger viewers and that films of its kind would be…
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Neighbours recount three-hour police search at slain executive’s widow’s home
New York Times games executive Jonathan McKinsey was shot dead in Dublin, California, on Saturday, days before a divorce hearing. His in-laws, Shili Chen and Shouyong Zhang, both 77, have been charged with murder; authorities have not publicly stated a motive. Neighbours say investigators questioned them about McKinsey’s widow, Candice Jang, and her care of…