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Myanmar’s military-backed government accuses UN envoy of illegal activitiesPolitics

Myanmar’s military-backed government has accused its UN representative, Kyaw Moe Tun, of using state property and mission funds without authorisation. He has remained the country’s permanent representative to the UN since his civil-service dismissal took effect on Feb. 27, 2021, despite the military’s efforts to remove him after the coup.

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Vultures collected this for 700 yearsScience

On the cliffs of Nerpio in Spain, biologists, archaeologists and climbers found centuries-old objects in nests used by generations of vultures, including sandals, a sheepskin mask, an arrow and woven artifacts. Some date back 700 years, offering rare clues about the culture and daily life of people who once lived there and opening a new field linking wildlife with archaeology.

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Rogue AI Breakouts Raise Pressure for New RulesTech

Rapid AI advances and incidents involving autonomous agents are heightening concerns that safeguards and government oversight are failing to keep up. Bloomberg Opinion columnist Gautam Mukunda says voluntary industry measures are inadequate and argues that increasingly capable systems acting unexpectedly may require stronger independent oversight and legal accountability.

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Therapists Explore a Hybrid Future With AITech

Therapists are testing AI twins that mimic their communication styles, potentially widening patient access and helping practitioners scale their time. The experiment also raises questions about safety, liability and whether more capable AI could alter therapy’s economics and intimacy.

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Jhanvi Tripathi on the outcomes of the BRICS summitWorld4:35

At the close of the BRICS summit in New Delhi, leaders of major emerging economies stressed inclusive growth. Held amid renewed tensions in the Middle East, the meeting produced a joint agreement calling for restraint in the region. CNA spoke with Jhanvi Tripathi, an associate fellow at the Observer Research Foundation.

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At least 129 people and crew remain missing after ferry overturns in Java SeaWorld1:20

Indonesian rescuers are searching the Java Sea for 129 people still missing after the Virgo Transport 8 ferry capsized. The vessel was carrying more than 240 passengers and crew; at least 100 people were rescued and six passengers died. It was travelling from Surabaya to Banjarmasin when rough seas struck.

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BRICS summit: Leaders urge greater cooperation and inclusive growthPolitics6:05

BRICS leaders have concluded two days of talks in New Delhi, with the final day focused on strengthening partnerships amid regional frictions. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned that geopolitical tensions, supply-chain disruptions and climate crises are creating wider effects, and said solutions developed within BRICS should be accessible to the Global South.

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Displaced Sudanese families recount loss and hardship after fleeing Blue NileWorld

Families who fled Kurmuk in Sudan’s Blue Nile region after its recent capture by RSF fighters describe losing homes, relatives and belongings. Drone strikes destroyed neighbourhoods, driving survivors into makeshift camps in Damazin where shelter, water and safety are scarce. Continued clashes in the southeast are pushing displacement higher and further straining the camps.

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Iran Seeks Gulf Support for Hormuz PlanWorld

Gulf states are considering how to respond to Iran’s proposal for a new arrangement governing the Strait of Hormuz. Continued attacks are threatening shipping and raising energy costs, while regional frustration grows and Gulf governments appear to be weighing a larger role in shaping a way forward.

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AI Industry Faces Pressure to Slow the RaceTech12:02

The AI industry is grappling with a growing conflict between the drive to build increasingly powerful systems and fears that they may become more difficult to understand and control. Parmy Olson and Mike Shepard examine the commercial and national-security forces pushing development and the industry’s efforts to strengthen safeguards.

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Can Scotland’s Abundant Wind Power a Data Center Boom?Tech

Scotland generates more wind power than its grid can absorb, so turbines are shut down when supply exceeds demand or transmission capacity. Developers see building data centers near surplus electricity as a way to turn wasted wind into computing capacity for AI and the digital economy.

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Is this the future of human exploration in space?Science

The BBC’s Lily Jamali goes behind the scenes at Vast, a start-up in Long Beach, California, that is racing to replace the International Space Station.

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How faith survives the war in Ukraine’s DonbasSociety

In Sloviansk, Donetsk Oblast, residents continue seeking spiritual support as the threat of occupation and further destruction grows. A Ukrainian priest, a local resident and a military chaplain describe living with daily Russian drone and bombing threats, holding on to faith during wartime and deciding when to leave.

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Dangote refinery’s $47bn listing could reshape Nigeria’s stock marketEconomy

Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, is taking his refinery and petrochemicals business public at an estimated value of $47bn. Dangote Refinery and Petrochemicals Company plans to offer 4.1 billion new shares on the Nigerian Exchange, seeking about $1.6bn, with Nigerians able to buy as few as 10 shares.

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Brazil: Michelle Bolsonaro’s key role in the presidential racePolitics1:39

Brazil votes on October 4, with President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva seeking a fourth term. The Bolsonaro family is pursuing a political comeback through Flávio Bolsonaro’s presidential bid and Michelle Bolsonaro’s Senate campaign. With polls indicating another close contest, Michelle’s popularity among women could be decisive in the family’s effort to return to power.

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Anthropic CEO says AI industry needs to give safety measures time to catch upTech1:17

Leaders of leading AI companies are calling for a slower pace of development so safety measures can keep up. Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei warned that without such a pause, AI could within six to 12 months lead a swarm of agents capable of taking over the entire internet.

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Inside Gamescom: The Big RevealsCulture

Gamescom, the world’s biggest gaming convention, is packed with surprises. BBC reporter Laura Cress highlights the major moments from this year’s event.

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Barack Obama’s historic rise to the White House | The 2000sPolitics

In 2009, Barack Obama became US president after defeating longtime Senator John McCain in a historic campaign, becoming the first African-American person to hold the office. The program revisits his presidential launch, his speech on race and his 2008 election victory.

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Iran-Gulf talks in Oman could reshape regional alliances, analyst saysWorld

Gulf states are preparing to meet Iran in Oman on Monday as the continuing US-Iran war reshapes regional alliances and prompts countries to reconsider their reliance on Washington. Iran is expected to present its expectations at the meeting; most Gulf states plan to attend, while Bahrain will not.

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9/11 K9 heroes’ legacy honoredSociety

NYPD Detective Scott Mateyaschuk shares his story, while Fox News host Lara Trump highlights the search-and-rescue work performed by K9s in the NYPD Emergency Service Unit.

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