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WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak in DRC Amid Conflict and Bundibugyo Strain

WHO declares Ebola outbreak in DRC's Ituri province, driven by the deadly Bundibugyo strain and ongoing conflict, as cross-border cases emerge and global health agencies ramp up containment efforts.
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Trump Warns Iran of Escalation as Peace Talks Stall

U.S. President Donald Trump warns Iran of escalation as peace talks stall, citing maximalist demands over nuclear limits and Strait of Hormuz control. Economic tensions and mutual distrust deepen the deadlock, with both sides framing the crisis as existential.
Tech

Instructure’s Canvas Hack: Ransom Payment Debate and Data Security Risks

Instructure’s Canvas platform faced a ransomware attack threatening 275 million users’ data, sparking debate over paying cybercriminals. The company’s undisclosed ransom deal with ShinyHunters raises questions about ethics, data security, and the growing ransomware-as-a-service trend.
Science & Education

Soap Films Mimic Galaxy Mergers in Study

A study reveals soap films and water droplets mimic galaxy mergers, compressing cosmic timescales into lab experiments. Researchers link fluid dynamics to astrophysics, enabling rapid observation of galaxy interactions that normally span millions of years. This breakthrough could reshape how scientists study cosmic forces using simple, accessible materials.
Politics

43 Arrests in £4.5m Met Police Operation to Separate Rival London Protests

Met police spent £4.5m to separate pro-Palestinian and far-right groups in London, arresting 43 amid tensions over free speech and public safety. Facial recognition and armored vehicles were deployed, sparking debates on surveillance and hate speech laws.
World

Germany’s €35B Military Space Investment Signals Shift in Space Race

Germany commits €35B to military space initiatives, shifting from civilian to defense-focused strategies, blending commercial growth with military resilience amid global space competition. The move underscores strategic independence and counters rising orbital threats, positioning Germany as a key player in the evolving space race.
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Hezbollah employs FPV drones with fiber-optic tech in evolving tactics against Israel

Hezbollah's use of fiber-optic FPV drones, tested in Syria before targeting Israel, challenges Israeli defenses with low-cost, high-impact strikes. A 2025 study highlights their shift to commercial tech, mirroring ISIS tactics, as Israel struggles to counter evolving aerial threats.
Science & Education

Astronomers capture first direct image of cosmic web linking distant galaxies

Scientists captured the first direct image of the cosmic web, revealing a 3-million-light-year filament linking galaxies 12 billion years ago. Using the VLT's MUSE instrument, the discovery confirms dark matter theories and advances understanding of galaxy formation.
Tech

Tech firms replace middle managers with AI in restructuring push

Tech giants like Meta and Amazon are replacing middle managers with AI, sparking debates over efficiency vs. employee well-being. A 2026 survey shows 34% of workplaces now use AI daily, with 14% of staff laid off. Critics warn of burnout and lost innovation as automation reshapes management roles.
Health

Stanford experts highlight cannabis risks for seniors as potency rises

Stanford experts warn rising cannabis potency poses risks for seniors, with 7% of those over 65 using it in 2023—up 46% since 2021. Higher THC levels link to heart risks, drug interactions, and cognitive decline, urging medical guidance before use.
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David Lammy Presses JD Vance on Migration Concerns After Henry Nowak’s Murder

British Deputy PM David Lammy directly rebuked U.S. Vice President JD Vance, denying a link between migrant influx and Henry Nowak’s murder, as the case sparked transatlantic tensions. Lammy defended Britain’s justice system and rejected Vance’s claims, while the Nowak family urged against politicizing their son’s death.
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Crypto Markets Bleed in a Massive Drop Since FTX

Crypto markets plunged $390B, marking the worst weekly drop since FTX, as AI gains and macro shocks drive selloff. Bitcoin and Ether hit 17.3% and 22% declines, with corporate Bitcoin sales and ETF outflows amplifying the downturn.
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Two Roads to a Trillion: Anthropic and OpenAI Sprint to IPO With Opposite Strategies

Anthropic's efficiency-driven AI strategy, fueled by $47B annual revenue and $559M Q2 profit, positions it ahead of OpenAI's projected $14B loss in 2026, as the firm races to IPO before its rival. The race highlights a clash between capital-heavy scaling and cost-conscious innovation in the AI sector.
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Deal on Paper, Death in Practice: 6,000 Oleshky Civilians Starving as Evacuation Goes Nowhere

Starvation grips Oleshky, where 6,000 civilians face famine as a stalled evacuation deal leaves them trapped. Russia’s blockade, drone strikes, and denied aid have turned the city into a death trap, with over 300 deaths reported. Volunteer efforts and international appeals highlight a worsening humanitarian crisis.