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Oil prices surge as Middle East disruptions threaten global supplies
Oil prices climbed above $107 a barrel after drone attacks forced Saudi Arabia to shut its East-West crude pipeline. Supply concerns also intensified as Houthi militants tightened their grip on the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, while shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz remained below its 10-day average.
AI slowdown debate rattles technology stocks
AI-linked stocks fell worldwide after leaders from Anthropic, OpenAI and SpaceX backed calls to slow what they described as reckless development. The debate has raised questions about how a slowdown would work, while some Silicon Valley executives and investors have expressed skepticism.
Ferry disaster leaves more than 120 people unaccounted for in Indonesia
At least six people died and more than 100 were rescued after a passenger vessel sank in the Java Sea. Indonesian authorities continued searching for 129 missing people as more than 600 rescuers battled turbulent seas.
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Pennsylvania woman dies from measles complications
A 40-year-old Pennsylvania woman died from complications linked to measles, according to the county coroner. The case is the third reported measles-related death in an outbreak that has sickened more than 670 people in the state.
The Wall Street Journal - The New York Times
Amazon pauses work with cargo carrier after fatal Miami crash
Amazon suspended operations with 21 Air after an aircraft operated by the cargo company overshot a runway at Miami International Airport and struck several vehicles. The crash has also drawn attention to 21 Air and its owner, logistics executive Jim Crane.
Missing Michigan hiker rescued after week-long search
Craig Berg, a 70-year-old hiker who had been missing for a week on Michigan’s Isle Royale, was found injured and hypothermic but alive and alert. Backpackers, state police troopers and local officials helped locate him.
Politics
Trump defends light-touch AI regulation
President Trump defended the administration’s minimal-regulation approach to artificial intelligence after leaders of major AI companies endorsed a coordinated slowdown in development. He emphasized the need for the United States to maintain its lead over China in the technology.
The Wall Street Journal - Al Jazeera
EPA plans to repeal carbon limits for power plants
The Environmental Protection Agency is poised to remove carbon pollution standards for coal- and gas-fired power plants, according to reports. Electricity generation is the second-largest source of carbon dioxide and other planet-warming gases in the United States.
Texas Republican’s racist social media post draws condemnation
A social media post by a Texas Republican candidate prompted criticism from fellow Republicans, with some condemning it in direct terms. The controversy comes as the state prepares for the 2026 midterm elections.
Business & Finance
Markets brace for higher rates as oil rises and tech stocks fall
Oil prices rose on concerns about Middle East supply disruptions, while stock futures weakened. The dollar reached an 11-day high as expectations grew that the Federal Reserve could raise interest rates at its meeting this week; gold prices moved lower.
The Wall Street Journal - Reuters
AI-linked shares tumble across Asia
Shares in technology companies fell across Asia after prominent AI executives called for a slowdown in development. SoftBank, a major OpenAI backer, dropped 13%, while South Korea’s Kospi index fell 3% amid declines in chip stocks.
Anthropic tells investors it expects another profitable quarter
Anthropic told investors it expects to be profitable for a second consecutive quarter, according to a report cited by Reuters. The news came as the company’s leadership backed calls to slow AI development.
World News
Russian drone strikes train near Ukraine-Poland border
A Russian drone struck a train near the Ukraine-Poland border shortly after former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and other European officials left the area. No casualties were reported. David Petraeus, the former CIA director, was at a nearby rail station when another drone hit.
Sweden’s center-left bloc narrowly leads after tight election
A preliminary count by Sweden’s election authority projected that the center-left opposition bloc would win a narrow parliamentary majority. The election remained close, with the result potentially determining whether the far right enters government.
Israel accused of intensifying restrictions on Palestinian life in West Bank
An Israeli human rights group, B’Tselem, said Israel is systematically attacking conditions necessary for Palestinian collective life in the occupied West Bank. The group cited restrictions affecting work, education, medical care, municipal services, family life and agriculture.
Hormuz talks between Iran and Gulf states postponed
Oman said talks involving Iran and Gulf states on the Strait of Hormuz were postponed in the interest of reaching regional consensus. The delay came amid heightened tensions and disruptions to shipping through the strategic waterway.
Arts & Culture
Kennedy Center warns it could close amid bankruptcy concerns
The Kennedy Center is facing possible bankruptcy and could close as early as Tuesday, according to reports. Its board has recommended immediately closing the main building because of costs, while a draft resolution warned that the center’s financial situation could depend on whether President Trump’s name is added to the building.
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Céline Dion returns to the stage in Paris
Thousands attended Céline Dion’s comeback concert in Paris, her first performance after a six-year, illness-related hiatus. The concert began a return run for the French-speaking Canadian superstar.
Emmy Awards spotlight “The Pitt” and “Beef”
The Emmy Awards ceremony in Los Angeles features nominees including Oscar Isaac and Carey Mulligan of “Beef.” “The Pitt” leads with 25 nominations and could make television history, while “Widow’s Bay” and “Hacks” compete in the top comedy category.
Tech & Society
Schools warn about AI-generated “Cat in the Hat” threats
Schools and police departments in several states are warning about a viral social media trend involving disturbing or AI-generated versions of the Dr. Seuss character. Several teenagers have been arrested or charged over posts connected to the trend.
California lawmakers seek criminal penalties for rogue AI
California lawmakers are calling for emergency legislation and criminal penalties as technology leaders warn about risks from uncontrolled artificial intelligence. The push follows a wider debate over AI safety and government regulation.
Boston Dynamics IPO unlikely in 2027, executive says
An initial public offering for humanoid robot maker Boston Dynamics is unlikely in 2027, a company executive told Reuters. The report did not provide further details about the company’s plans.
Sports
U.S. women rally past France to win the Basketball World Cup
The United States overcame a 14-point deficit to defeat France 97-79 and win the Women’s World Cup. Breanna Stewart scored 22 points and Caitlin Clark added 12 as the Americans claimed their fifth consecutive title.
Alexander Zverev defeats Ben Shelton to win the U.S. Open
Top seed Alexander Zverev defeated American Ben Shelton 6-3, 7-6 (2), 5-7, 6-2 to win his first U.S. Open title and his second Grand Slam title of the year. Shelton’s defeat extended the wait for an American men’s champion.
Bills edge Texans as Josh Allen delivers another thriller
Buffalo defeated Houston 36-31 after Josh Allen passed for 334 yards and two touchdowns and ran for two more scores. The Sunday NFL slate also included a record-setting season opener in which the Bears and Panthers combined for 96 points.
Manchester City’s derby winner was wrongly awarded, refereeing body says
Pro Ref admitted that Erling Haaland’s winning goal in Manchester City’s 1-0 victory over Manchester United should not have stood. The decision involved whether Enzo Fernández interfered with play before Haaland scored.
| MON | 💧 | TUE | WED | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | ☁️ 66/79 | 3% | ☀️ 52/72 | ☁️ 60/77 |
| Los Angeles | ☁️ 66/87 | 0% | ⛅ 63/85 | 🌤️ 69/82 |
| San Francisco | ☁️ 54/77 | 0% | ☁️ 53/74 | ☁️ 59/67 |
| Chicago | ☁️ 51/72 | 28% | ☁️ 61/84 | 🌦️ 65/77 |
| Houston | ⛅ 79/95 | 19% | ☁️ 78/94 | ☁️ 81/95 |
| Dallas | 🌤️ 80/101 | 1% | ⛅ 79/98 | ☁️ 84/100 |
| Phoenix | 🌦️ 87/103 | 15% | 🌦️ 80/99 | 🌦️ 79/100 |
| Philadelphia | ☁️ 67/80 | 4% | ☀️ 53/74 | ☁️ 62/82 |
| San Antonio | 🌦️ 79/103 | 5% | ☁️ 77/99 | ⛅ 77/101 |
| San Diego | ☁️ 66/77 | 0% | ☁️ 65/74 | ☁️ 68/75 |
| San Jose | ⛅ 53/82 | 0% | 🌤️ 52/83 | ☁️ 56/84 |
| Austin | ☁️ 81/99 | 12% | ☁️ 77/99 | ⛅ 80/101 |
| Jacksonville | 🌦️ 77/92 | 30% | 🌦️ 76/85 | 🌦️ 76/90 |
| Fort Worth | ⛅ 80/101 | 1% | ☁️ 80/99 | ☁️ 82/101 |
| Columbus | 🌦️ 56/75 | 43% | ☁️ 54/85 | 🌦️ 68/85 |
| Charlotte | ⛅ 68/92 | 4% | ☁️ 73/91 | ☁️ 67/88 |
| Indianapolis | ☁️ 55/78 | 0% | ☁️ 60/93 | 🌦️ 71/93 |
| Seattle | ☁️ 55/62 | 9% | ☁️ 53/65 | ☁️ 51/73 |
| Denver | ☁️ 69/97 | 12% | 🌦️ 53/85 | 🌦️ 63/83 |
| Boston | ☁️ 65/69 | 9% | 🌤️ 48/65 | ☁️ 55/78 |
| Nashville | ☁️ 73/94 | 3% | ☀️ 70/100 | 🌤️ 78/99 |
| Detroit | ☁️ 49/76 | 4% | 🌧️ 57/74 | 🌦️ 66/77 |
| Portland | ☁️ 55/65 | 44% | 🌦️ 53/67 | ☁️ 54/81 |
| Las Vegas | ☀️ 77/102 | 1% | ☀️ 70/101 | ☁️ 82/99 |
| Miami | ☁️ 76/86 | 36% | ☁️ 76/86 | ⛈️ 76/86 |
| Atlanta | 🌤️ 69/91 | 0% | 🌤️ 71/92 | ☁️ 75/92 |
| Minneapolis | 🌧️ 46/71 | 70% | 🌧️ 56/66 | ☁️ 55/73 |
| Kansas City | ☁️ 64/94 | 11% | ☁️ 78/94 | 🌦️ 65/91 |
| New Orleans | ☁️ 76/94 | 19% | ☁️ 76/95 | ☁️ 81/94 |
| Honolulu | 🌦️ 73/86 | 0% | 🌦️ 74/85 | 🌦️ 75/86 |
| Anchorage | ☁️ 47/65 | 2% | 🌦️ 53/61 | 🌧️ 52/60 |