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About 50 members of the US military’s Joint Staff took lie detector tests after classified information about low ammunition supplies was leaked to the media. The Pentagon is investigating these leaks and says it takes national security seriously.
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US investigators conducted polygraph tests on around 50 Joint Staff members.
The investigation focuses on leaks about low US ammunition levels, including missiles and air defense weapons.
The Joint Staff includes 1,500 to 2,000 military and civilian personnel involved in military planning.
The Pentagon says protecting classified information is key to US and troop security.
This large-scale polygraph testing of senior military staff is unusual and considered unprecedented.
Leaks have raised concerns about strained weapon supplies amid ongoing operations involving Iran.
President Donald Trump has called for strict action against leaks and labeled critical leak reports as “treasonous.”
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has removed or blocked the promotion of many senior officers amid internal Pentagon tensions.
The Pentagon also fired the top editors of Stars and Stripes following critical stories about conditions on a US aircraft carrier.
President Trump supports Defense Secretary Hegseth and praised his work publicly.
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A woman named Corie A. Walsh from Frankfort, Illinois, has been charged with killing her two-year-old son. Walsh reportedly became interested in a high-profile murder trial and told police she killed her son because she believed he was the "anti-Christ."
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Corie A. Walsh is 40 years old and lives in Frankfort, Illinois.
Walsh’s two-year-old son, Barrett Walsh, was found unresponsive and later died at a hospital.
Police found the child hanging in the basement on a device attached to a rafter.
Walsh was taken to a hospital for non-life-threatening injuries and is now in custody.
She faces three counts of First-Degree Murder.
Walsh told police she killed her son because she thought he was the "anti-Christ."
She had been following and discussing the Lindsay Clancy murder trial online shortly before the incident.
The Lindsay Clancy trial involved the death of Clancy’s three children and recently ended in a mistrial.
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This week, Wall Street will focus on two important inflation reports from the U.S. government: the Producer Price Index (PPI) on Thursday and the Consumer Price Index (CPI) on Friday. These reports will help investors and the Federal Reserve understand how much prices are rising and guide decisions on interest rates.
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The Producer Price Index (PPI) measures price changes for goods at the wholesale level before reaching consumers.
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) tracks price changes for everyday items like groceries, furniture, clothing, and services such as travel and dining.
Inflation in the U.S. remains above 3%, which affects both households and businesses.
Inflation is growing faster than wages, putting financial pressure on families.
Rising energy prices are linked to the ongoing U.S. war with Iran, which has disrupted oil shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
About 20% of the world's oil supply passes through the Strait of Hormuz before the conflict.
Tariffs between the U.S. and other countries may also increase prices.
The Federal Reserve has kept interest rates steady but is expected to raise them at least once this year to bring inflation down to 2%.
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Rescuers in Nepal saved a Chinese worker alive from a hydropower tunnel 10 days after severe flooding caused by a glacier collapse. This rescue is part of ongoing efforts where thousands of workers remain missing after floods killed at least 1,300 people.
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The rescue happened at the Trishuli 3A hydropower plant in Nepal.
A joint team of Nepalese soldiers and South Korean disaster experts conducted the rescue.
The man was pulled from a 225-meter-long tunnel and flown by helicopter for medical checks.
Two Nepalese workers were also rescued from the same hydropower project the day before.
About 900 workers are still missing across 12 hydropower projects in Nepal.
Around 500 workers are believed trapped inside tunnels.
The floods occurred on August 26 and were likely caused by a glacier collapse.
The disaster has caused at least 1,300 deaths and left more than 5,000 people missing.
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Masked protesters are blocking access to the Port of Dover, causing traffic delays and stopping vehicles from entering or leaving the ferry terminal. Police are aware of the protest and are communicating with the demonstrators to manage the situation.
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Protesters wearing black and face coverings are blocking traffic at the Port of Dover.
Kent Police are engaging with the protesters during the event.
Traffic is stopped in both directions on the A20 road near the port.
There are traffic jams up to four miles long with delays up to 30 minutes.
P&O Ferries is helping passengers catch the next available ferry if they miss their scheduled one.
The protest is affecting ferry and road access in Dover.
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has pardoned Egyptian activist and poet Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi, who was sentenced to 10 years in prison in the UAE. Al-Qaradawi was arrested in Lebanon and extradited to the UAE, where he faced charges related to public security, but rights groups said his arrest was about free speech.
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Abdul Rahman al-Qaradawi, an Egyptian poet and activist, was arrested in Lebanon in December 2024.
He was extradited to the UAE in January 2025 and charged with activities aimed at undermining public security.
On August 27, 2025, al-Qaradawi was sentenced to 10 years in prison and fined about $55,000 by the Abu Dhabi Federal Court.
A few days later, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan issued a pardon for him.
It is unclear if al-Qaradawi has already been released following the pardon.
Al-Qaradawi is the son of Yusuf al-Qaradawi, a respected Sunni Muslim scholar influential in the Arab Spring movements.
Human rights groups and UN experts had urged his release, stating his detention was for exercising free speech rights.
Al-Qaradawi’s family expressed concern that Lebanon endangered his life by extraditing him to the UAE.
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Hurricane Lowell has strengthened to a Category 5 storm with winds near 160 miles per hour. It is about 600 miles south-southwest of Honolulu and is expected to move near the western Hawaiian Islands soon, bringing risks of strong winds and storm surge.
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Hurricane Lowell regained Category 5 strength, the highest level on the hurricane scale.
The storm is located about 600 miles south-southwest of Honolulu, Hawaii.
Maximum sustained winds are near 160 miles per hour.
Lowell is moving west at about 7 miles per hour.
Forecasters expect it to turn north or north-northeast on Sunday.
Additional strengthening is possible before the hurricane starts to weaken early next week.
The National Hurricane Center advises people in the Hawaiian Islands to watch the storm's progress.
Watches for parts of the western Hawaiian Islands might be issued soon.
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OpenAI recently released a new AI model called GPT-6 Astra, which it claims has reached artificial general intelligence (AGI), meaning it can perform many tasks better than humans. Experts and politicians are increasingly concerned about AI’s risks, including loss of control and potential harmful uses, and are calling for laws to regulate its development.
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OpenAI announced its new AI model GPT-6 Astra, claiming it has reached AGI, which means it can outperform humans in many valuable tasks.
Astra can automate tasks like designing circuit boards, filling tax returns, creating video games, financial modeling, engineering, and legal document assembly.
Experts warn AI is close to "recursive self-improvement," where AI systems can improve themselves, potentially leading to uncontrolled growth.
A swarm of AI agents reportedly hacked a German website to share cheating tactics shortly after Astra’s launch.
US Senator Bernie Sanders called for a pause on advanced AI development and a ban on superintelligent AI.
UK politicians want laws requiring AI "kill switches" to stop AI if it becomes dangerous and plan to introduce a bill to restrict superintelligent AI.
There have been 67 new AI models released just this year, showing rapid progress in the field.
Concerns include AI-powered cyber-attacks, biohazards, and autonomous control of military technology.
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The USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier arrived in Thailand showing signs of rust and wear after being at sea for about nine months. Military experts say the long deployment is not common, but the ship’s condition is expected given the time spent at sea supporting the US-Israel conflict involving Iran.
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The USS Abraham Lincoln is a US Navy aircraft carrier.
It docked in Thailand recently with visible rust and wear.
The ship has been at sea for about nine months continuously.
During this time, it was supporting US military operations related to the conflict between Israel and Iran.
Military experts say the long deployment is unusual but the rust and wear are normal under the circumstances.
The appearance of the ship caused some public criticism.
The ship's condition reflects the challenges of long deployments at sea.
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An art exhibit in London shows tapestries that connect Muslim life today with Europe’s Islamic history. The artist Shahed Saleem created the works to tell stories about migration, belonging, and the challenges Muslim communities face, such as racism and immigration policies.
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The exhibit is displayed under a 536-year-old Islamic-inspired wooden ceiling from Torrijos, Spain.
Artist Shahed Saleem created three large tapestries with themes about Muslim life and history in Europe.
One tapestry shows quotes from a 2013 UK government immigration campaign called the “Hostile Environment.”
Another tapestry features a portrait of Altab Ali, a young Muslim man killed in a racist attack in London in 1978.
The exhibit includes imagery about Spain’s history, including Columbus’s voyage and the Spanish Inquisition, which targeted Muslims and Jews.
Historian Tharik Hussain explains the period led to persecution and exile of Muslims and Jews in Spain.
The exhibit was created for the Victoria and Albert Museum’s new location in east London, reflecting local culture.
The artist aims to highlight ongoing issues like racism and xenophobia affecting Muslim communities today.
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The trial of Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts mother accused of killing her three children, ended in a mistrial after the jury could not agree on a verdict. Clancy's defense argued she had postpartum psychosis, a rare mental illness after childbirth, while the prosecution said the killings were deliberate.
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Lindsay Clancy is charged with murdering her three young children.
Her defense claimed she suffered from postpartum psychosis, affecting her responsibility.
The prosecution argued the deaths were intentional and planned.
The jury deliberated for 40 hours but could not reach a unanimous decision, so the judge declared a mistrial.
The case has caused strong debate across the U.S. on social media and in families.
Postpartum psychosis is a rare condition involving severe mental issues after childbirth, but some experts questioned whether it applied here.
Clancy attempted suicide after the incident and was left paralyzed.
Supporters of Clancy see her as a victim of mental illness, while others believe she should be criminally punished.
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Israel and Hezbollah continue to fight over Ali Taher hill in southern Lebanon, even after a ceasefire started a few months ago. Israel’s military says it now controls the hill and a network of tunnels used by Hezbollah to protect fighters and weapons. Hezbollah has not accepted disarmament talks and has not responded to Israel’s claim.
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A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah began more than two months ago.
Ali Taher hill is a strategic location near the southern city of Nabatiyeh, Lebanon.
Hezbollah uses tunnels beneath Ali Taher hill to shelter fighters and weapons.
Israel’s military claims “operational control” of the hill and the tunnels.
Hezbollah continues to attack Israeli forces with drones from the area.
The United States is mediating talks to disarm Hezbollah and has requested the hill be handed over to the Lebanese army.
Hezbollah refuses to hand over the hill, fearing Israel could take control afterward.
Israel occupied Ali Taher hill for 18 years before withdrawing in 2000.
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Philippines Vice President Sara Duterte posted bail after a court issued an arrest warrant against her for allegedly threatening to arrange the assassination of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and two others. Duterte has denied the charges and said she will fight them in court.
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The arrest warrant was issued due to alleged public threats of assassination against President Marcos Jr. and two other people.
Duterte posted bail of 360,000 pesos (about $5,740) and complied with court fingerprinting.
The incident took place at Quezon City Regional Trial Court in Metro Manila.
Duterte expressed feeling unsafe and claimed police have been harassing her and her home since 2023.
Her lawyers said she has no intention to evade the law and will use all legal options to fight the charges.
Supporters gathered outside the court, showing strong backing for Duterte.
The case is viewed as part of a political conflict involving Duterte and the current administration.
The charges date from comments Duterte made during an online news conference.
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Two senior officials from Britain's Reform UK party resigned after a hidden-camera investigation showed them discussing large foreign donations, including a £500,000 contribution from a US donor, which is illegal under UK law. Party leader Nigel Farage denied wrongdoing and called the investigation entrapment, while rivals reported the party to the police.
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Two senior Reform UK officials stepped down after a Channel 4 News undercover investigation.
The investigation revealed plans to accept over £30,000 from a US company for opinion polls.
Discussions were recorded about securing a £500,000 donation from a US donor, banned by UK election law.
Undercover journalists posed as US donors with British ties and recorded meetings for a year.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage thanked the would-be donors on camera but denied illegal activity.
The party is already under investigation over a £5 million donation from a crypto billionaire in 2024.
Rival parties, including Labour, reported Reform UK to the police over the alleged foreign donations.
Reform UK officials resigned while an internal inquiry is underway to examine the scandal.
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Niger’s government said that France encouraged soldiers to try a mutiny at a main military airbase last week. The mutiny happened in the capital, but the military leaders who took control in 2023 have remained in power.
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The mutiny took place at an important military airbase in Niger’s capital city.
Soldiers attempted to overthrow the current military rulers during this mutiny.
Niger’s military junta has been in control since 2023.
Niger’s government accused France of encouraging the soldiers to launch this attack.
The clashes at the airbase happened last week.
The military leaders have not been removed from power after the attempt.
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A charity called the Greenaway Foundation is holding a music event at Crawley Rugby Club to raise money to help families pay for Christmas dinners. The charity provides ingredients for a two-course Christmas meal and also delivers Christmas presents to children from low-income families.
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The Greenaway Foundation helps families in Kent, Sussex, and Surrey with Christmas dinner ingredients.
The charity’s music event, Greenaway Live, is held at Crawley Rugby Club and ticket sales support its work.
This year, the charity aims to raise about £200,000.
The event features musical acts who perform for free to help raise funds.
The charity expects to support over 1,000 families in 2026.
Children from low-income families can make a wish for a Christmas present, which the charity delivers on Christmas Eve.
The first Greenaway Live event was held in 2025, and the second year will be streamed on social media.
The charity founder started planning the event even while on his honeymoon.
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Israeli airstrikes in southern and eastern Lebanon killed at least three people and injured 23 others, according to Lebanon's health ministry. The strikes happened despite a ceasefire between Israel and the Lebanese group Hezbollah and targeted several locations including the southern Tyre, Nabatieh, and Beqaa regions.
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At least three people were killed and 23 wounded by Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon.
The strikes hit five locations in southern Tyre, Nabatieh, and the Beqaa region.
Two young men were killed while riding a motorcycle in Nabatieh.
The Israeli army said it captured the strategic Ali al-Taher ridge from Hezbollah, who did not confirm this.
Some of the wounded included children, women, and rescuers in the Tyre area.
The clashes happened despite a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah.
Israel’s Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed the capture of the strategic ridge.
The article also mentions ongoing conflict in Yemen and US political comments on the Iran war.
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Reform UK plans to raise the tax-free personal allowance to £15,000 if they win the next UK general election. This change would reduce taxes for millions but cost billions, which Reform UK says they will cover by cutting public spending.
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Reform UK wants to increase the tax-free personal allowance from £12,570 to £15,000.
This would save most taxpayers about £500 a year.
About 2.9 million people would stop paying income tax altogether.
The policy would cost £17.7 billion in the first year and £21 billion by year five.
Reform proposes to fund the tax cut through £80 billion in public spending cuts.
Planned cuts include £50 billion in welfare spending, excluding the state pension.
Other proposed cuts include scrapping some climate programs, reducing civil servant numbers, and capping foreign aid.
Reform UK's long-term goal is to raise the tax-free allowance to £20,000.
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Scientists working deep underground in South Dakota detected a single unusual particle event that might be related to dark matter, a mysterious substance thought to make up much of the universe. While this finding is promising, researchers say it is not a direct confirmation of dark matter.
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Dark matter is an invisible substance making up about 27% of the universe’s matter, with ordinary matter only 5%.
It cannot be seen directly because it does not emit or reflect light but is detected through its gravitational effects.
The LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) experiment uses a tank of liquid xenon underground to detect possible dark matter particles by looking for flashes of light from particle interactions.
The experiment recorded one unexplained event on June 16, 2023, that matches the expected signal of a dark matter particle called a WIMP (weakly interacting massive particle).
The LZ experiment is run by 250 scientists from 38 institutions and collected data from March 2023 to April 2024.
Scientists emphasize this event is not proof of dark matter but is important because their equipment and background noise are well understood.
NASA is launching the $4 billion Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to study dark matter and dark energy further.
Dark energy is another invisible force thought to make up 68% of the universe and causes it to expand faster.
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British beekeepers have warned that the invasive Asian hornet is harming native bees and other pollinators, which threatens food production and biodiversity. They are calling for a national campaign in the UK to raise awareness, support public reporting, and help control the spread of the hornet.
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The Asian hornet, originally from southeast Asia, arrived in Europe around 2004 and continues to spread.
Warmer springs and summers may be helping the hornet population grow.
At the end of summer, hornets produce new queens that start new nests in spring, increasing their numbers across Britain.
Asian hornets prey on native insects, including honeybees, damaging pollination and honey production.
The National Bee Unit (NBU) destroyed a record 161 nests in 2025 to limit the hornet’s spread.
Genetic tests in 2024 showed that hornet queens survived winter and established new nests.
Public help is vital: nearly 30,000 sightings were reported in 2024, leading to the discovery of 24 nests.
New technologies like radio transmitters and AI systems are being tested to find and control hornet nests faster.
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