Cognition has reached a $48 billion valuation, suggesting investors do not see AI coding as a winner-take-all market. Its valuation multiple is higher than Cursor’s was before SpaceX acquired it.
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TechCrunchOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 21:04
Israel said Tuesday it would close Britain’s consulate in East Jerusalem in response to plans by the UK, France and Canada to block imports from Israeli settlements in the West Bank. FRANCE 24’s Sharon Gaffney discussed the move with Chatham House associate fellow Julie Norman.
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Israel’s furious response to Britain’s ban on trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank highlights the significance of the policy shift. The UK and 11 other countries acted together, while Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband also announced restrictions on settlement-linked companies and some arms sales. His description of settler violence and the “ethnic cleansing” of Palestinians marked a dramatic reset, leaving relations at their lowest point in decades.
Britain, France and Canada said Tuesday they will prohibit imports from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. A UK minister accused Israel of turning a blind eye to the “ethnic cleansing” of Palestinians there.
Canada, Britain and France say they will prohibit trade in goods with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. The U.K. is also imposing new sanctions and says it will take further action against companies and individuals that support settlement expansion.
The UK has announced sanctions on illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, including a ban on settlement goods and measures against businesses and individuals supporting expansion. Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband accused settler terrorists of carrying out the “ethnic cleansing” of Palestinians. Israel called the claim an “outrageous lie”, closed the UK consulate in East Jerusalem and barred 11 British MPs from entering the country.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Washington will “obviously not” follow the UK in sanctioning illegal Israeli settlements. France and Canada are also taking action, while the UK says Palestinians face ethnic cleansing by Israeli settlers in parts of the occupied West Bank.
The United Kingdom has announced a ban on imports of all goods produced by illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. Al Jazeera reports reactions from Ramallah.
The UK has announced sanctions on Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, saying they aim to deter expansion and prevent development at E1. Israel has opened tenders for about 1,200 homes there. Foreign Minister Gideon Saar called the UK government hostile and said Israel would close the British consulate in Jerusalem.
The UK has announced sanctions on illegal Israeli settlements and said Palestinians in parts of the occupied West Bank face “ethnic cleansing”. UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese described the move as a “seismic shift” after years of UK “complicity”, but said it was only the beginning.
The U.K. government says it is banning trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank, accusing “settler terrorists” there of carrying out ethnic cleansing against Palestinians.
The UK has banned trade with Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territory, as Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband promises a “comprehensive reset” in relations with Israel. The article says British rhetoric has toughened sharply under Andy Burnham, though progress could be threatened by a more diplomatic Israeli government.
The UK announced a ban on goods from Israeli settlements in the West Bank, sanctions on businesses and individuals aiding settlement expansion, and restrictions on some exports. Israel responded by announcing the closure of the British Consulate in Jerusalem and other countermeasures, while a Trump administration official warned of negative consequences.
The UK foreign secretary has announced a trade ban on goods from illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. Ed Miliband said people who finance or facilitate the settlements would face the full force of UK sanctions.
British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband accused Israel’s government of turning a “blind eye” to what he described as settler “ethnic cleansing” in the West Bank. The UK, France and ten other countries have banned imports from Israeli settlements in the occupied territory, amid escalating violence linked to settlement expansion.
Twelve countries have announced trade sanctions targeting Israeli settlements in the West Bank. UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband also accused “settler terrorists” of carrying out “ethnic cleansing” in parts of the territory and said Britain would impose an import ban on goods from illegal settlements.
The UK has announced an import ban on goods from Israeli settlements and plans action against businesses and individuals supporting settlement expansion. Palestinian farmers strongly support the move, while Israeli settlers say they will seek other markets and Israel’s government calls it a “big mistake”.
The UK has announced a trade ban on goods produced in what it calls illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband described the measure as the start of a new approach to highlighting injustice and taking action, and said France and Canada would join the ban.
The UK has banned imports of all goods produced by illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband called the move a “comprehensive reset” of Britain’s policy on Israel and announced tighter restrictions on arms sales. Eleven other countries also signaled plans to restrict settlement trade.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said Tuesday that France will join the UK and other countries in launching a process to ban products from Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. Rising settler violence has further damaged prospects for a two-state solution with the Palestinians.
British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband accused Israel’s government of turning a “blind eye” to what he called settler “ethnic cleansing” in the West Bank. He said the UK would coordinate with other countries on an import ban for goods from illegal settlements in occupied territories. France 24 was told the move showed Benjamin Netanyahu had failed to rein in far-right forces facilitating settlement growth.
The U.K. has announced new sanctions targeting Israeli settlements in the West Bank, despite warnings from U.S. officials that proceeding could bring economic consequences for Britain.
Jean Simard, president and CEO of the Aluminum Association of Canada, describes the US-Canada aluminum dispute as more than a conventional trade disagreement, calling it a “Trump posture that makes no sense.” He says tariffs cannot curb Canadian aluminum imports because US industrial demand exceeds domestic capacity; protectionism instead makes interdependence far more costly.
FFrance 24Original★★★★☆2026-09-08 21:02
Iran’s public broadcaster reported that the US Army struck another oil tanker near the Iranian port city of Jask. The crew are reportedly rowing lifeboats toward the island. Tasnim earlier said US forces had attacked an Iranian tanker off Kharg Island.
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TASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-08 21:01
The United States struck multiple Iranian tankers on Tuesday in response to additional attempted missile attacks against a U.S. Navy warship, according to an unnamed U.S. official who cited the sensitivity of the military operations.
The United States struck multiple Iranian tankers after further attempted missile attacks on a Navy warship.
The United States targeted multiple Iranian tankers near Kharg Island in the Strait of Hormuz, according to two US officials.
The US military struck targets near Iran’s Kharg Island and the port city of Jask, Fox News reported Tuesday. The strikes were described as part of a strategy to apply economic pressure on Iran and bring the war to an end.
The United States attacked an Iranian oil tanker anchored near Kharg Island, Tasnim reported. No one was injured and the crew is being evacuated. Earlier reports said explosions were heard near Kharg Island and in Jask.
France Football has revealed the 30 nominees for the 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or, with defending winner Ousmane Dembélé, Kylian Mbappé, Harry Kane and Lamine Yamal among the leading contenders. The winners will be announced at a London ceremony on October 26.
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Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Lionel Messi is among the 30 nominees for the 2026 men's award. Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé are considered favourites to succeed France's Ousmane Dembélé, while Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha earned a Yashin Trophy nomination after starring at the recent World Cup.
Treasurer Jim Chalmers will attack Coalition and One Nation plans to let workers access compulsory super savings early, arguing they would leave Australians poorer in retirement and put pressure on public finances. Separate analysis says delaying two Victorian transmission projects could add almost $100 a year to household electricity bills.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 21:00
LIV Golf has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
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CNBCOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 21:00
LIV Golf has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the US while restructuring after Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund withdrew its multibillion-dollar backing. The league says BC Partners is a proposed new investor and plans to launch a majority player-owned version early next year. Players are not required to sign up again, although the timing of talks with other tours remains unclear.
With less than two months before Election Day, control of the U.S. Senate is up for grabs. Republicans seemed to have a firm hold on the majority at the start of the 2026 election cycle, but the contest is now wide open.
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The Associated PressOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 21:00
Shares of Boston Scientific and Stryker declined after the medical-device makers disclosed the fallout from separate cyberattacks. The incidents restricted their ability to deliver products and hurt sales, with the damage potentially lasting for months.
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Bloomberg NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 21:00
The Mid-American Conference says it has filed a formal appeal seeking to recognize Western Michigan University as the winner of Saturday’s controversial game. The dispute centers on the clock and allegations that officials violated replay protocol.
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CNNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:59
Greasy hair can be linked to genetics, hormonal imbalances and lifestyle. The article also highlights treatment options from brands including Garnier, Ouai and Batiste.
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NBC NewsOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:55
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the Ukrainian crisis cannot be resolved without communicating with Russia. Referring to his meeting with Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov, he said that without talks, the “horrendous war” could not be stopped.
TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-08 20:54
OpenAI says an internal AI model and 10,000 concurrent agents solved the roughly 90-year-old Navier-Stokes problem, one of the Millennium Prize Problems. The claim faces scrutiny after mathematician Tristan Buckmaster questioned whether OpenAI accessed work he developed with Levent Alpöge. OpenAI denies using specific user data but says it cannot rule out de-identified data improving its models, and will not seek the $1 million prize.
TThe VergeOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 20:53
An NYU mathematician accuses OpenAI of using unfair tactics in connection with the Navier-Stokes existence and smoothness problem. A $1 million bounty is available to the first person who submits a solution.
Also, Rivian’s micromobility spinoff, has yet to deliver its TM-B electric bike despite targeting spring and then summer 2026. Product manager Saul Leiken apologized, citing AI-related supply-chain shortages, battery power exceeding current guidelines, and the high-precision manufacturing required for its pedal-by-wire drivetrain. He said the company is prioritizing quality over rushing out an unfinished product.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:46
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic said he will dissolve the current National Assembly on September 9 and hold snap elections on October 25. He said both decisions will be announced at noon on Wednesday.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 20:44
Police bodycam footage shows the moment a Russian missile struck near officers in Kyiv during Monday night’s attack. The strikes came as the United States renewed efforts to bring Moscow and Kyiv back to direct talks.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 20:43
Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Andre Mendonca suspended Federal Police chief Andrei Rodrigues and intelligence chief Leandro Almada, accusing them of producing six illegal reports on justices’ activities. The government may challenge the decision, drawing President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s administration into a political fight ahead of the October presidential election.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-08 20:43
Patrick Clancy was ruled out as a suspect in the 2023 deaths of his three children. His ex-wife Lindsay Clancy’s murder trial ended in a mistrial last Friday, while misinformation and conspiracy theories about Patrick continued circulating online, prompting threats of lawsuits.
CCBC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:41
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has appointed four senior leaders at the Food and Drug Administration, including the officials who will head its drug center and vaccines and biologics unit.
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ReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 20:40
The Razer BlackShark V3 Pro is discounted to $164.99 at Woot, nearly $100 below its list price. The Xbox model also works with PlayStation, PC, Nintendo Switch, and mobile devices, and adds ANC, simultaneous 2.4GHz and Bluetooth audio, a removable microphone, and Bluetooth 5.3. A 2XKO edition costs $149.99.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:39
France Football has named Russian goalkeeper Matvey Safonov among the 10 nominees for the 2026 Lev Yashin Trophy, awarded to the world’s best goalkeeper. The ceremony is scheduled for October 26 in London, while Safonov has played for PSG since 2024.
TTASSOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:38
Investors led by L Catterton are set to acquire a controlling stake in German fitness company Hyrox, which has become a global phenomenon since the Covid pandemic.
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Financial TimesOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:35
The name “Ontario” has deep roots in multiple First Nations languages and has endured through hundreds of years of colonialism.
CCBC NewsOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:35
Le Creuset, known for durable kitchen accessories, has introduced Star Trek-themed items including a Dutch oven and a cocotte. The limited-edition collection is expected to sell out quickly.
NNBC NewsOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:35
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard says its naval forces captured a US unmanned submarine at the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz in a complex intelligence operation. Centcom says the older, defective drone had malfunctioned more than a day earlier, was surveilling regional waters and carried neither sensitive data nor classified sonar or radar equipment.
TThe GuardianOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-08 20:34
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps’ Navy says it intercepted a US Dive-LD autonomous underwater vehicle at the entrance to the Strait of Hormuz. It described the craft as one of the US military’s most advanced unmanned underwater vehicles, in service with the US Navy since 2025, and released photographs of it.
Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch says he will leave by the end of the year amid pressure from the Trump administration to change how the institution portrays US history. Conservatives have criticized its depictions of racism, colonialism and other aspects of the country’s past.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 20:32
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch announced he will step down by the end of the year. NBC highlights his accomplishments leading the institution and past tensions with President Trump and his administration.
Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie Bunch announced his retirement on Tuesday after months of accusations from President Donald Trump’s administration that the national museums under his leadership presented a skewed and divisive version of the United States.
Smithsonian secretary Lonnie Bunch is stepping down after a difficult year. President Donald Trump has been pushing to reshape how U.S. history is presented, affecting institutions including the Smithsonian.
Smithsonian Institution Secretary Lonnie G. Bunch III said he will step down as head of the sprawling institution by the end of the year, amid disputes with Trump.
The head of the Smithsonian Institution says he is retiring as the Trump administration pursues efforts to reshape the museum organization.
Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Bunch is stepping down after seven years leading the institution, amid attacks from the White House.
The Yaroslavl Regional Court sentenced 48-year-old Nikolai Shcherbakov to 14 years in a maximum-security penal colony for treason. The court said he secretly photographed soldiers’ graves from October 2024 and allegedly sent the material to Ukrainian security representatives. Independent outlet 7×7 called it the first known treason conviction for photographing military graves.
MMeduzaOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 20:31
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington hoped to conclude “good, solid” trade deals with Colombia, Peru and Ecuador in the foreseeable future. He spoke as he began a tour of the three Latin American countries, whose leaders are closely aligned with President Donald Trump’s administration.
RReutersOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 20:30
This edition focuses on Kenya’s crackdown on foreign traders. Hundreds of Burundians went to their embassy in Nairobi to obtain travel documents for the journey home. Senegalese Prime Minister Ahmadou Al Aminou Lo used his first address to the National Assembly to condemn rising xenophobic rhetoric across Africa. The programme also examines an AI surgical nonprofit’s efforts in Tanzania to extend care beyond the country’s 27 overburdened neurosurgeons.
FFrance 24Original★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:29
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the United States was asking for far too much while offering too little, stressing that Canada made the right decision by walking away from trade talks.
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CGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 20:28
A technical problem in the UK’s air traffic control system disrupted operations at major airports, grounding more than 600 flights and leaving thousands of passengers facing delays and long queues. National Air Traffic Services said the fault had been fixed, but disruption could continue.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:24
A technical problem caused more than 1,000 flight cancellations across the UK. Air traffic control operator NATS said the system issue had been resolved, operations were normal and efforts were underway to clear the flight backlog.
A technical glitch in the UK disrupted more than 400 flights. Departure boards at Heathrow Airport’s Terminal 5 in London showed cancelled services.
A technical problem in Britain’s air traffic control system disrupted operations at major airports across the U.K. on Tuesday, resulting in more than 600 inbound and outbound flight cancellations, according to flight-tracking website Flightradar24.
A technical problem in the U.K. air traffic control system has resulted in nearly 300 flight cancellations, Flightradar24 says.
A technical problem at air traffic control provider NATS disrupted hundreds of departing flights from major British airports on Tuesday. Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester and Stansted were among the hubs affected by cancellations and delays.
Major UK airports have halted flights after a technical problem disrupted the country's air traffic control system.
A technical fault in the UK air traffic control system has disrupted flights at airports including Heathrow and Gatwick, with London departures hit hardest. About 300 flights have been cancelled and more cancellations are expected. Nats says it has identified the problem in its flight processing system, but recovery will take time.
An Israeli strike hit near Al-Manar TV reporter Ali Shbib as he prepared to go live from Nabatieh, Lebanon, on Sept. 6. Shbib and cameraman Mohammed Barjawi suffered cuts and bruises from debris and were hospitalized; Shbib underwent surgery to remove shrapnel from his shoulder. Israel’s military said it does not target uninvolved people or journalists.
CCGTNOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 20:22
Bitcoin’s derivatives market is becoming more bullish, with traders paying relatively more for call options and U.S. spot Bitcoin ETF inflows accelerating. But sellers still dominate spot exchange flows. Bitcoin traded near $78,800 after failing to hold above $80,000, leaving bullish positioning without convincing broad-based demand.
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CryptoSlateOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:20
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani says deaths from illnesses linked to 9/11 have now surpassed the number killed on the day of the attacks. He made the remark days before the attacks’ 25th anniversary.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 20:20
To mark 60 years since Star Trek first aired, Expedition 75 flight engineer and European Space Agency astronaut Sophie Adenot wore the Delta badge associated with Anson Mount’s Captain Pike while recording a tribute aboard the International Space Station. She said the franchise’s themes of friendship and exploration reflected the real-world work of science and space exploration.
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Ars TechnicaOriginal★☆☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:20
Iran plans to direct revenue from fees for passage through the Strait of Hormuz toward food vouchers, defense and infrastructure, and better living standards for military personnel, lawmaker Hassan Ghashghavi said. Tehran is negotiating service fees with Oman and considering a bill that would bar US- and Israel-affiliated vessels from transiting the strait.
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Paris’s mayor has ordered an investigation into the removal of women staff from the Eiffel Tower during a Hindu religious group’s visit. The move prompted an employee walkout and forced the landmark to close for a day on Monday; it reopened Tuesday morning.
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The Eiffel Tower reopened after a one-day strike shut it to visitors. A union official said staff were angered by management instructions restricting women’s presence during a Hindu delegation’s visit on Saturday.
The Eiffel Tower briefly closed after staff walked out over claims that female employees were sidelined during a private visit by BAPS, a global Hindu socio-spiritual organisation. The tower operator said arrangements limiting interaction with women should not have been accepted, while BAPS apologised for anyone hurt or inconvenienced.
The Eiffel Tower reopened Tuesday after a one-day strike over management instructions that a union official called “unacceptable,” allegedly restricting women staff during a visit by a Hindu religious group linked to the nationalist party of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The Eiffel Tower reopened Tuesday after a one-day strike closed the landmark. A union official called management instructions limiting women’s presence during Saturday’s visit by a Hindu delegation “unacceptable.”
The Eiffel Tower reopened on Tuesday after employees walked out over the removal of female colleagues during a Hindu religious group’s visit. The group later apologised, while operator SETE acknowledged a request to limit “interactions with women” and said it should not have been accepted.
The Eiffel Tower reopened Tuesday after staff walked out over women colleagues being removed during a visit by the Hindu religious movement BAPS. The Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha later apologised for any pain or inconvenience caused by the incident.
Barry Morphew’s bond was increased to $10 million after he was accused of violating the terms of his release. The alleged violations emerged after he was accused of involvement in a Denver hit-and-run that was partly captured on video.
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ABC NewsOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:18
Fourteen men are being tried over the deaths of 31 migrants who drowned while attempting to cross the English Channel in 2021. The defendants are allegedly connected to people-smuggling networks and face charges including manslaughter and facilitating illegal immigration.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 20:17
Fourteen suspected people smugglers are on trial in Paris over the November 2021 Channel disaster, in which at least 30 people drowned after their overloaded dinghy deflated. They face manslaughter and organised illegal-immigration charges; most deny the allegations, while two are being tried in absentia.
Fourteen men are on trial in Paris over the 2021 sinking of an inflatable boat in the Channel, which left 27 people confirmed dead and four missing, including a seven-year-old girl. Prosecutors accuse them of manslaughter and facilitating illegal immigration through organised smuggling networks; the defendants deny responsibility.
Fourteen men went on trial in Paris on smuggling charges tied to the drowning of more than 30 migrants in the English Channel five years ago. The tragedy was the worst recorded disaster involving migrants in the narrow waterway between France and Britain.
France has opened the trial over the deadliest migrant crossing of the English Channel. Survivors are expected to testify, while a parallel investigation into the French naval response is raising urgent questions about how the waters are policed.
OpenAI has announced ChatGPT Images 2.5 and added Sketch, a feature that lets users draw directly in ChatGPT and describe the image they want based on the doodle. A test turned a mouse-drawn cat into a realistic photo, while image comments can now guide localized edits.
TThe VergeOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:16
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy questioned Ford’s strategic direction involving Chinese companies in a letter to CEO Jim Farley, as the Trump administration expressed “profound concern” about the automaker’s ties to China.
CCNBCOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 20:15
Fighting between Yemen’s government forces and Iran-backed Houthis is fueling fears that the country could slide back into full-scale war.
AAl JazeeraOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-08 20:13
Meta has released Muse, a personal AI agent designed to compete with OpenClaw and Instinct. The company says Muse can handle tasks ranging from selling your car to booking a plane ticket.
WWIREDOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:12
Meta unveiled Muse, a new artificial intelligence agent designed to perform tasks on users’ behalf. The launch advances Mark Zuckerberg’s vision of a future in which everyone has a personalized AI assistant.
Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, has debuted Muse, a personal AI agent that can use users’ apps to email, shop and pay. The company is highlighting the agent’s safety and privacy features.
Meta rolled out its long-promised AI assistant on Tuesday. It can act for users by sending emails, selling a car and booking travel, despite internal concerns that it mishandles access to sensitive personal data.
Meta is launching Muse, a personal AI agent that it says can handle tasks such as shopping online, sending emails, and planning trips, including by operating a browser and filling out forms independently. It will roll out in the US on iOS, Android, and muse.ai, with most users getting free access. Meta is also highlighting ease of use, privacy controls, and security measures.
Meta has introduced Muse, a personal AI agent seeking access to users’ email, calendars, payments, health services and more. The launch is the company’s biggest consumer AI bet yet and a major test of whether people still trust Meta with their data.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called the collapse of trade talks with the US a shame but said he would keep fighting to protect Canada’s sovereignty. His government’s promised counter-tariffs on $20 billion in US exports have now taken effect. Cuba also says decades of the US trade embargo have caused a record $8 billion in economic damage.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday that Canada would accelerate efforts to reduce its economic dependence on the United States. The statement came as retaliatory tariffs on roughly $20 billion in US goods took effect and Ottawa awaited President Donald Trump’s response.
Canada’s retaliatory tariffs have taken effect, with Carney promoting a shift away from the United States. Canada is among the few countries to respond to US tariffs despite relying on US buyers for roughly 70% of its exports.
Canada’s dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs on the United States are now in force, covering $20 billion worth of American goods. The measures could affect everyday products, according to NBC News’ report.
Across Canada, businesses are losing orders, considering job cuts and absorbing higher costs as they reel from the shock of US tariffs.
Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on billions of dollars in US goods took effect Tuesday, intensifying the trade war between the two North American neighbors. A day earlier, Trump threatened to block Bombardier Aviation from selling in the US unless the Quebec-based aircraft maker moves manufacturing there.
Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on roughly 700 U.S. products are taking effect as the trade war intensifies. With less than two months before the November midterms, the war with Iran, tariffs and surging gas prices are weighing on American voters.
Retaliatory Canadian duties reaching 50% on billions of dollars in US goods began on Tuesday, deepening the 18-month commercial confrontation between the neighbouring North American countries.
As Canada’s retaliatory tariffs take effect, automakers and businesses on both sides of the border warn that the escalating trade war will raise costs, disrupt supply chains and threaten jobs. The measures are particularly concerning for the closely linked auto industries in Ontario and Michigan, while Canadians are also cutting back on travel.
Hyperliquid’s open interest rises to $14.3 billion as HYPE reaches a record high. On Oct. 10, 2025, open interest dropped about 56% in one day, from $14.7 billion to $6.5 billion.
TThe BlockOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:08
The NIH has signed a 10-year agreement to transfer money from its infectious-disease research budget to the Department of Defense. The funds will support medical countermeasures for pandemic influenza, CBRN threats, and emerging diseases, though the amount remains unspecified. Reports say the Pentagon sought as much as one-third of the budget but may receive about 10 percent.
AArs TechnicaOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 20:06
Verizon said Tuesday it signed an agreement with specialty glassmaker Corning for high-density optical fiber. The telecom company is accelerating broadband expansion and strengthening its network infrastructure to support AI workloads.
RReutersOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:05
A Georgia National Guard member assigned to a task force patrolling Washington, DC, faces assault and gun charges after allegedly drawing his firearm on a fellow soldier during a dispute over hair regulations.
CCNNOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:02
LSU returned to the top 10 in the first Associated Press college football poll of the regular season. Oregon dropped, while the Wolverines fell out of the AP Top 25 after a second-chance Hail Mary.
TThe Associated PressOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 20:00
The new AP Top 25 college football poll is due at 2 p.m. ET. The rankings will show where Ohio State, LSU, Oregon, Michigan, Notre Dame, Texas, Indiana, Miami and other teams place.
The United States added 35 legal entities and an Egyptian national to its Iran-related sanctions list. The targeted airlines and other air-transport companies are based in Iran, the UAE, the UK, Malaysia, Turkey and Kazakhstan. Washington also revoked authorization for US-made aircraft to remain temporarily in Iran and for related parts and repair technology to be supplied.
TTASSOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-08 19:58
The United States issued 36 new Iran-related sanctions on Tuesday, targeting Iran’s aviation sector and other companies. The measures form part of a broad effort to increase economic pressure on Tehran as the Middle East war entered its seventh month.
The State Department says about 70 Americans remain unaccounted for near the Nepal-China border after catastrophic flooding, while 18 have reached safety. Officials warn against travel to the disaster zone as rescuers search hydropower tunnels for possible survivors. Authorities report at least 1,399 deaths across Nepal and Tibet and more than 5,400 missing.
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Fox NewsOriginal★★★★★2026-09-08 19:53
During the holiday long weekend, U.S. President Donald Trump posted a social-media map showing the American flag draped across North America, including Mexico, Canada, Greenland and Iceland. The post prompted Iceland to summon the U.S. ambassador.
CCBC NewsOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 19:52
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said civilians and civilian infrastructure must be protected at all times, describing attacks against them as “unacceptable.”
TTRT WorldOriginal★★★★☆2026-09-08 19:50
Russian Defense Chief Andrey Belousov said the Russian military base in Tajikistan is on alert for missions against external threats. He said Moscow is paying particular attention to strengthening the Tajik-Afghan border and has maintained close cooperation on using the base.
TTASSOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 19:50
Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov said Tajikistan has been and remains Russia’s strategic partner. He made the statement at a reception marking the 35th anniversary of Tajikistan’s independence.
The Supreme Court ordered broadcast TV stations to extend legally required lowest ad rates to political parties and joint fundraising committees, not just individual candidates. The September 4 ruling followed petitions from the National Republican Congressional and Senatorial Committees and turns on whether party-purchased ads count as a candidate’s use of a station.
AArs TechnicaOriginal★★★☆☆2026-09-08 19:50
U.S. President Donald Trump’s envoys made no progress toward peace in Moscow, sources told Bloomberg. Russia is expected to intensify strikes on Ukraine’s energy and heating infrastructure over the next six months, while increasing hybrid attacks and political interference in Europe. Sources said Vladimir Putin sees Russia gaining strength next spring and that serious peace talks are unlikely before next year.
MMeduzaOriginal★★★★★2026-09-08 19:49
Erdogan met Turkey’s women’s volleyball team and congratulated them on winning the 2026 CEV European Championship for a second consecutive title.
TTRT WorldOriginal★★☆☆☆2026-09-08 19:49
Russia’s stock market ended Tuesday mixed, with the ruble-denominated MOEX Index up 0.22% at 2,274.08 points and the dollar-denominated RTS Index down 0.1% at 828.45. The yuan fell 13 kopecks against the ruble to 12.75 rubles. Brokers forecast trading ranges for the index and currencies ahead of the Bank of Russia meeting.
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The Royal Spanish Football Federation has partnered with the Tambre clinic to provide female players and referees with fertility treatments including IVF and egg freezing. Internationals called up at least twice will receive full coverage for egg-freezing treatment, though labour and equality groups say stronger protections for mothers must remain the priority.
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Two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka rallied in the final-set tiebreak to defeat Linda Noskova 7-6 (7/1), 3-6, 7-6 (10/7) and reach her sixth consecutive US Open semifinal. Sabalenka has now won 18 straight matches at Flushing Meadows.
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Russia refrained from using force for three days at the US side’s request, allowing Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to travel safely to Kyiv for negotiations. The envoys visited Moscow on September 5 and Kyiv on September 6.
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said US special envoy Steve Witkoff clearly wants positive results in settling the Ukrainian conflict, while entrepreneur Jared Kushner is his reliable partner. The two visited Moscow on September 5 and Kiev on September 6.
Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov said Presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump viewed positively the results of US negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner’s visits. He added that work through this channel, as well as other channels, will continue.
Copper futures for December 2026 delivery on the Comex exchange reached an all-time high, according to trading data. The contract initially rose 2.85% to $6.873 per pound before trimming its gain to 2.41%, at $6.844 per pound.
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Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Moscow remains open to negotiations on Ukraine but will continue pursuing its objectives through military means while talks are under way. He said diplomacy and military action can proceed simultaneously, and that this position remains unchanged.
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Moscow would negotiate with anyone genuinely seeking to resolve problems, but would not respond to ultimatums. He said US negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were addressing the issue, unlike Europe, which he accused of making unfair and impossible demands.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the US administration is extending existing sanctions against Russia and adopting new ones, which he said is hardly consistent with the sentiment conveyed by the American delegation during negotiations. He noted that Congress, the administration and Treasury continue all sanctions imposed by Joe Biden and the Biden Congress.
Israel says it will close the British consulate in occupied East Jerusalem in response to new sanctions imposed by the UK. Israeli settlers are pictured gathering from a nearby outpost in the occupied West Bank.
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Türkiye and Palestine have praised sanctions imposed by 12 countries on illegal Israeli settlements.
Israel has ordered the closure of the British consulate in occupied East Jerusalem after the UK imposed sweeping sanctions on goods from illegal settlements and intensified its condemnation of settlement activity. Foreign minister Gideon Sa’ar also announced entry bans on several British MPs and an end to Britain’s role in training Palestinian security forces in the West Bank.
Donald Trump shared an AI-generated map on Monday that appeared to show the United States absorbing Canada, Mexico, Greenland, Iceland, Cuba and parts of the Caribbean into a giant “United States of America”. The context-free post prompted diplomatic backlash, with Iceland summoning the US ambassador, Mexico reiterating its sovereignty and Denmark objecting over Greenland. It also drew widespread online ridicule and questions about Trump’s fitness for office.
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Versant Media’s MS Now cable network is launching a membership program with live Q&A sessions where users can chat directly with anchors and reporters. The company is turning to direct-to-consumer offerings to increase engagement.
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Two thieves reportedly cut through a fence and entered a small museum on the French Riviera through a window, stealing four valuable Renoir paintings on Tuesday. Authorities said the pair left two works behind while escaping. Art recovery expert Christopher Marinello said a reward for information could significantly help recover the stolen pieces.
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French police are searching for two thieves who fled a museum with two Renoir paintings and abandoned two others during their escape. The burglary has renewed concerns over the protection of France’s cultural heritage and follows a series of similar robberies, including last year’s daytime Louvre crown-jewellery theft.
Thieves broke into the Renoir Museum in southern France before dawn and took four paintings. They abandoned two while fleeing after alarms prompted a rapid police response; the two missing works are valued at about $10.5m.
Four paintings were stolen from the Renoir Museum in southern France, and two were later recovered. The theft is the latest heist to strike the art world.
Two thieves broke into the Renoir Museum in Cagnes-sur-Mer in southern France and stole four paintings by Pierre-Auguste Renoir. Two were abandoned in the garden and recovered, while two remain missing. The mayor said the suspects appeared well-equipped and well-informed, renewing scrutiny of museum security in Europe.
Two thieves broke into the Renoir Museum in Cagnes-sur-Mer early Tuesday and took four paintings. Police pursued them, and two works were abandoned in the garden while two others remained missing. Nice-Matin estimated the stolen art’s value at about $10.5 million.
Two thieves broke into the Renoir Museum in Cagnes-sur-Mer near Nice before 6am and took four paintings, abandoning one as they fled. The stolen works were estimated at €9m ($10.5m), and France’s organised-crime unit is leading the investigation.
French police say valuable paintings by Renoir were stolen from a small museum on the French Riviera. Investigators are searching for the suspected thieves.
Thieves took three paintings from the Renoir Museum on the French Riviera early Tuesday, according to the local mayor.
Thieves stole three paintings from the Renoir Museum on the French Riviera early Tuesday, according to the local mayor.
Two thieves broke into the Renoir Museum in Cagnes-sur-Mer, southern France, on Tuesday and took four artworks, dropping one while fleeing. The local mayor said the stolen pieces were valued at €9 million.
Police in southern France are searching for two thieves who took four artworks from a museum dedicated to French Impressionist Auguste Renoir. One of the pieces was dropped as they fled, while the stolen works are valued at €10 million.
Two thieves broke into the Renoir Museum in Cagnes-sur-Mer in southern France and took four artworks, abandoning one while fleeing. Mayor Bryan Masson said the stolen works were estimated at €9m. The museum holds Renoir’s possessions and paintings, and the theft follows last year’s Louvre robbery.
Two thieves broke into the Renoir Museum in Cagnes-sur-Mer on the French Riviera shortly before 6 a.m. and took four artworks valued at about €9 million. They abandoned one while fleeing, escaped a police chase and left three paintings missing.
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