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OpenAI Halts Training AI Models Day After Bots Access US Census Data
AI labs are facing pressure from lawmakers and tech experts to slow development so they can build guardrails to stop agents from acting on their own.
Relentless Rainfall Triggers Floods, Landslides Across Nepal
On Saturday, flooding from the Narayani and Saptakoshi rivers inundated 389 houses in Nawalparasi West and Saptari districts, forcing hundreds of families to move to safer locations.
10 Missing After Avalanche Hits Himlung Himal Base Camp In Nepal
Himlung Himal, standing at 7,126 metres in Manang district, requires an additional permit for helicopter flights, adding to the difficulties involved in reaching the mountain.
1 Killed, Thousands Without Power, Hundreds Of Flights Hit After Storm In US
Tens of millions of people remained in the path of the nor'easter for Sunday, with major flooding forecast for some coastal areas.
'Sleeping On Table For 2 Days': Over 52,000 Houses Flooded In Bangkok, Thousands Moved To Shelters
Thailand is used to wet weather and September is the peak of the rainy season, but several Bangkok residents said this year seemed worse.
Firefighters Use Pool Skimmer To Rescue Owl Trapped In Backyard Pool In US
Ventura County is home to several types of owls. Owls hunt at night and can fly towards swimming pools while chasing frogs, rodents and large insects.
Every Nation Has Right To Shape Its AI Ecosystem: S Jaishankar At UN
S Jaishankar said Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a transformational driver for human empowerment, economic prosperity and solving population problems.
Hours Before Flight, 2 US Couples Killed In Blast In Athens Building
The fire department said six bodies were recovered in the rubble of the two-story house in Plaka.
"Serial Practitioner Of Terrorism": S Jaishankar Rips Into Pakistan At UN
Directly referencing remarks made the previous day, without naming Pakistan, S Jaishankar said that it raised arguments to "normalise terrorism" and affirmed India's right to self-defence.
At UN, Russia Backs India's Bid For Permanent Security Council Seat
In his speech, he also cautioned against additional seats being allocated to Western countries. He specifically named Germany and Japan and claimed that they are "on the path to militarism and revanchism".
CNN Says White House Didn't Allow It To Board Trump's Air Force One
CNN, a member of the US network video pool that rotates duties shooting and sharing video coverage of the president, reported it had been scheduled to fly aboard the president's plane Saturday for a visit to a midday game.
Somalian Force Rescues US-Sanctioned Tanker 'Sibu 1' Seized By Pirates
The Eritrea-flagged Sibu 1 was seized on August 20 by six armed individuals, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO).
Gunmen Open Fire On Ambulance Rescuing Victims Of Pak Suicide Bombing
Gunmen opened fire on an ambulance as emergency crews transported victims to a nearby hospital, killing a rescue worker and wounding two others.
$30-Billion Tariff Cut, AI Dialogue: Outcomes Of Trump-Xi Meet In US
The two sides have also agreed to set up a trade council and extend the outcomes of earlier talks in Kuala Lumpur, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said.
Where Things Stand After Trump Rejects Iran's Hormuz Proposal
What's different after past failed attempts is the speedier timeline. Iran's pitch to President Donald Trump said a quick deal might help him in the midterm elections in November.
12 Killed, 30 Injured As Suicide Bomber Blows Up Vehicle At Checkpoint In Pak
In a statement, the Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan, also known as the Pakistani Taliban, has taken responsibility for the attack.
Netanyahu Says October 7 Attack On Israel Is Like 9/11 Happening 16 Times
Speaking before the United Nations General Assembly, Netanyahu said around 1,200 Israelis were killed and 251 people were taken hostage in the Hamas-led attack.
'They're Losing So Badly': Trump Rejects Iran Proposal To Open Hormuz
Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian, who was on his way back to Tehran after attending the UN General Assembly in New York, said that the proposal had been developed "in coordination" with supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei
"Gonna Be A F***ing Bloodbath": How FBI Uncovered Plot To Attack Trump Event
A group had allegedly intended to use drones carrying explosives to strike buildings near the fight venue, while a sniper team was to target crowds as they tried to flee.
AI Scam Call Costs Italy's Top Bank Rs 10,34,00,00,000. Half Amount Recovered
The remaining funds have not been traced after passing through a network of overseas accounts and being converted into cryptocurrencies, sources told Reuters.
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Norway vs Portugal: UEFA Nations League – Ronaldo, Haaland, teams, form
Norway host two-time UEFA Nations League winners Portugal in Oslo in the second match of the league phase.
Australia summons OpenAI and Anthropic CEOs to appear at AI inquiry
Call to face Senate inquiry follows security breach of Australia's Medicare portal by rogue OpenAI bot in June.
Northern Ireland court allows Orange Order march through Catholic area
Crowd gathers on Garvaghy Road early on Sunday morning to protest against the ruling allowing the march.
At least 27 killed in two shootings in two South African townships
Incidents in Wedela, southwest of Johannesburg, and Lwandle, near Cape Town, come days after Durban mass shooting.
Huge crowds cheer Pope Leo as he leads open-air Mass in Paris
Pope Leo XIV drew around 800,000 people to central Paris for an open-air Mass at Place de la Concorde
Ethiopia’s army promises restraint amid fears of new civil war
Army chief accuses Eritrea of funding and supporting armed groups to weaken Ethiopia.
Detained Tunisian flotilla activists: Worsening health amid family anguish
As activists’ health deteriorates, families describe the toll of separation, hunger strikes and uncertainty.
German, Russian foreign ministers hold rare talks amid rising tensions
Russia's Lavrov dismisses Wadephul's call to abandon 'dangerous path of escalation' with Europe.
Bangkok declared disaster zone after heavy rains submerge roads
Bangkok has officially been declared a disaster zone after relentless rains triggered widespread flooding.
Thousands protest in Madrid against Spain’s housing crisis
Thousands of protesters in Madrid demand answers after the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal.
Powerful storm batters US Northeast disrupting power and travel
Powerful winds and towering waves are battering the US Northeast, causing flight chaos and blackouts.
Did the biggest week of diplomacy make headway in ending the US-Iran war?
The UN General Assembly wraps up with mixed diplomatic outcomes.
Venezuela frees 39 political prisoners after post-Maduro talks
The releases follow a second round of negotiations between Venezuela's interim government and the opposition.
EU unlocks humanitarian aid for crises worldwide
EU allocates majority of aid to sub-Saharan Africa to fund actions related to migration, conflict and food insecurity.
Araghchi ignores Trump, waits for mediators’ response on Hormuz
Iran says it’s still waiting for an official response from the US on its proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran war live: Tehran vows not to back down as Trump rejects Hormuz plan
US president rejects Iran's seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, saying the deal is not 'acceptable'.
Pezeshkian says Iran ‘no longer trusts talks with Washington’
Iran’s Pezeshkian says Tehran no longer trusts US talks, shortly before Trump rejected its Hormuz proposal.
Four American tourists among 6 killed in suspected gas leak blast in Athens
Two women reportedly injured after building collapse in Athens' historic Plaka district.
One dead as powerful storm brings flooding, power cuts to northeastern US
Nor'easter leads to the cancellation of more than 400 flights and power outages affecting 73,000 homes and businesses.
Deadly shooting hits Caribbean islands of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Four people were killed and four wounded near the capital of Kingstown on the islands, known as a tourism destination.
Student protesters disrupt NVIDIA AI climate panel
Student protesters have interrupted an NVIDIA panel during NYC Climate Week.
Trump says he is rolling back Biden-era US fuel economy rules for cars
The US president said he would end a so-called 'EV mandate' that steered consumers to electric vehicles.
Yamal nets in Spain’s 3-2 comeback win against England in Nations League
Lamine Yamal goal opens the scoring, but Spain made to comeback in Nations League win as Harry Kane misses penalty.
Russia scales up strikes on Ukraine as largest steelmaker halts operations
A wave of Russian strikes has hit various regions across Ukraine.
Why is violence between Pakistan and Afghanistan recurring?
Pakistan has carried out new strikes inside Afghanistan.