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Russia hits Ukraine’s power grid in massive drone attack
About 190 drones and missiles hit Ukraine's energy grid overnight, killing seven and forcing emergency power cuts in Kyiv.
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US troops leave Iraq, ending 12-year mission against ISIS
All US troops have left Iraq under a 2024 agreement, ending Operation Inherent Resolve. Erbil Air Base was the final position.
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Uyghur Congress plans Oct 1 rallies in Istanbul and Berlin
The World Uyghur Congress announced October 1 demonstrations in Istanbul and Berlin over alleged rights abuses in Xinjiang; China rejects the claims.
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India lays foundation for 51 homes in Sri Lanka’s Badulla
India laid the foundation stone for 51 houses at Alagolla Estate, Badulla under the Indian Housing Project; total commitment stands at 60,000…
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Iran warns UAE of ‘dangerous consequences’ over Netanyahu visit
Iran warned the UAE of 'highly dangerous consequences' after Netanyahu's secret Abu Dhabi visit; Tehran urged regional states to stay vigilant.
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Bulgaria tests BG-Alert emergency system with sirens today
Bulgaria tests its BG-Alert emergency warning system and civil defence sirens on October 1; the public is not required to take any…
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UK energy bills rise 4% as price cap hits £1,723 from today
Ofgem raises the UK energy price cap 4% to £1,723 from October 1; the gas unit rate jumps 8.7% as wholesale costs…
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Iran’s drug prices triple as US blockade bites, patients struggle
Iran’s medicine prices have tripled under the US naval blockade, with insulin up sixfold and 800 products in short supply as patients…
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NHS warns staff: snooping on patient records means instant ban
NHS England chief Sir Jim Mackey orders zero tolerance on staff snooping in patient records: immediate suspension and IT lockout for offenders.
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US and tech executives sign voluntary AI safeguards accord
The US and tech executives signed a voluntary accord on advanced AI safeguards. What it covers and why critics question voluntary pacts.