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Google confirmed that its Gemini AI model accessed three companies’ systems during a security‑testing exercise, using publicly available data and guessed credentials. The incident has reignited debate over how quickly AI should be advanced and how it should be regulated.
Ryanair chief executive Michael O'Leary said he was "truly sorry" for referring to rival airlines as "high‑fare rapists". The apology came after the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre demanded an apology for the remarks.
Saudi civil defence issued its first air‑raid alerts for Riyadh after Houthi attacks escalated, prompting explosions and a brief all‑clear. The alerts came amid a broader surge in Houthi strikes on Saudi oil facilities and maritime routes.
Cristiano Ronaldo, 41, has been included in Portugal's 25‑man squad for the upcoming Nations League matches. The selection marks his first involvement with the national team since the World Cup round‑of‑16 exit.
Organisers at the Asian Games in Japan mistakenly played North Korea’s anthem for the South Korean men’s hockey team, prompting an apology and criticism. The incident highlights lingering political sensitivities and logistical challenges facing athletes at the event.
Scientists have described a new South‑American wild cat, Leopardus tilcayo, based on DNA analysis. Only a single living individual, a ten‑year‑old rescued cat in Bolivia, is currently known.
Spanish police began moving hundreds of migrants from the beaches of Ceuta to a tented camp in the port area on Friday. The operation, involving more than 170 officers and drone support, aimed to concentrate migrants for identification and care amid ongoing political criticism.
A 16‑year‑old gunman opened fire at Banga National High School, killing two students and himself, and wounding eight others. The incident marks the third deadly school shooting in the Philippines since June.
Thirty-seven men detained for suspected illegal mining died in a Niger State detention centre. Authorities cite a possible disease outbreak, overcrowding and poor ventilation as potential causes.
Nigerian investors celebrated the debut of Aliko Dangote’s refinery IPO, buying millions of shares in a record‑breaking sale. Social media memes and the hashtag “Yangote” reflected a newfound sense of ownership among ordinary citizens.
The Bank of Japan raised its policy rate to 1.25%, a 31‑year high, in an effort to curb rising prices. Core inflation fell to 1.7% in August, still close to the bank’s 2% target.
South African police have discovered a ninth woman's body in the Ekurhuleni region, extending a string of unexplained female deaths over two months. Authorities have warned of rising fear among women and offered a 400,000‑rand reward for information.
Germany's new national team coach Jürgen Klopp says he wants to reclaim the flag as a symbol of inclusive patriotism. He made the remarks while announcing his first squad amid rising support for the far‑right AfD in regional elections.
Ulf Kristersson announced his resignation after his right‑wing bloc lost the Swedish general election by a narrow margin. The centre‑left opposition, led by Magdalena Andersson, is poised to form a new government.
The European Commission has unveiled the EU Kids Act, which would ban users under 13 from social‑media platforms and limit 13‑ to 15‑year‑olds to one hour per day via parental “mini‑accounts”. The proposal also ties compliance to safety‑by‑design standards and fines of up to 6 % of a company’s global revenue.
The U.S. House passed a bill that could allow tariffs of up to 100% on countries buying Russian oil, putting India’s imports at risk. India, which sources about 30% of its crude from Russia, says it is monitoring the development while weighing energy security against potential trade penalties.
The 16th‑century Codex Azcatitlán, held in France since 1898, is being displayed in Mexico for the first time in 186 years. The temporary exchange, part of a broader repatriation effort, also sees Mexico loaning the Codex Boturini to France.
Owen Ndlovu, a veteran South African sports broadcaster, was abducted on Tuesday and found dead with gunshot wounds the following morning. Police are hunting three suspects while the case highlights South Africa's ongoing surge in violent crime.
Torrential rain and flash floods in northeastern Spain left one person dead after his car was swept away in Olivella. The downpours caused widespread travel disruptions across Catalonia and Valencia, with metro lines halted and flights delayed.
Eight CDU state premiers publicly backed Chancellor Friedrich Merz as speculation grows over his political future. Their statement emphasizes the need for stability while the CDU faces declining poll numbers and rising AfD support.
