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    Health officials in the Democratic Republic of Congo are confronting an Ebola outbreak that has now surpassed 900 suspected cases. The mounting toll has put regional and global health authorities on alert, with reports highlighting the risk of wider spread and the challenges of containment in affected areas. Observers are watching closely for updates on confirmed cases, deaths and the response effort.

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    German international broadcaster DW reports that Russia is expected to step up hybrid warfare against Europe, a term covering sabotage, disinformation, cyberattacks and other deniable pressure tactics short of open conflict. The report adds to growing warnings from European governments and security services about Russian covert activity targeting infrastructure, elections and public opinion across the continent, as the war in Ukraine continues to strain relations between Moscow and the West.

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    US Diplomat Says Trump Rejected Iran Truce Plan Over 'No Confidence'●'No Confidence': US Diplomat Tells Why Trump Rejected Iran's New Truce Plan✉newsWorld1 h ago

    A US diplomat says President Donald Trump turned down Iran's proposed new truce plan, citing a lack of confidence in Tehran's commitments. The reported rejection adds fresh tension to diplomacy between Washington and Iran, and the remarks are drawing attention as observers weigh what the collapse of the proposal means for future negotiations and regional stability.

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    El Niño projected to cause 450,000 deaths in six months●El Niño projected to cause 450k deaths in next six monthsYhnEnvironment1117 min ago

    The Guardian reports projections that the current El Niño pattern could be linked to around 450,000 additional deaths over the next six months. The figure points to the severe public health consequences of the climate phenomenon, which drives droughts, floods and food insecurity across many regions. The report is drawing attention to the human cost of extreme climate events.

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    Authorities say they thwarted a suspected terrorist attack near a U.S. air base in the United Kingdom. Details about the suspects, the alleged plot, and the location have not yet been released. The story is developing, and officials are expected to provide more information as the investigation continues. The incident has drawn attention given the presence of U.S. military personnel at the base and ongoing security concerns in the region.

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    UK Arrests Five Over Suspected Terror Plot Near US Air Base▼U.K. Arrests Five in Suspected Terrorist Plot Near Air Base Used by U.S.✉newsWarTerrorism44 min ago

    British authorities have arrested five people on suspicion of plotting a terrorist attack near an air base in the UK that is used by US forces. The arrests, reported by the Wall Street Journal, come amid heightened security concerns around American military installations in Britain. Details about the suspects and the alleged plot have not yet been disclosed, and investigations are ongoing.

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    Israel releases footage of strike killing captor of Noa Argamani▼Watch: Israel releases footage of strike killing terrorist who abducted Noa Argamani✉newsBusinessLabor32 min ago

    Israel's military has published footage of an airstrike that killed the militant responsible for abducting Noa Argamani during the October 7, 2023 attack. Argamani, one of the most recognized hostages of the war, was rescued alive in June 2024. The release of the strike footage is drawing attention as the Gaza conflict and the fate of hostages remain central to public debate.

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    Iran Rejects Ceasefire, Prepares for 'Doomsday War'●🟠 UPDATE US-Iran Tensions Escalate: Iran Prepares for 'Doomsday War' Amid Rejected Ceasefire Iran's Revolutionary GuardsMmastodonWorldDefense351 min ago

    Tensions between the United States and Iran are escalating, with Iran's Revolutionary Guards reportedly seizing an American submarine drone in the Strait of Hormuz. The development comes amid a rejected ceasefire proposal, and reports that Iran is preparing for what officials have called a 'Doomsday War'. The seizure of the underwater drone adds a new flashpoint to the ongoing Middle East conflict, raising concerns about direct US-Iran confrontation.

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    US-Iran tensions escalate after ceasefire proposal rejected●🔴 BREAKING US-Iran Tensions Escalate: Iran Prepares for 'Doomsday War' Amid Rejected Ceasefire Tensions between the US aMmastodonWorldDiplomacy351 min ago

    Tensions between the United States and Iran have intensified after Washington rejected Tehran's proposal for a seven-day ceasefire. Reports claim Iran is preparing for what is being described as a 'Doomsday War' scenario, raising fears of a wider conflict in the region. The development has drawn attention as diplomatic efforts appear to be stalling and both sides signal harder positions.

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    Diphtheria Outbreak Kills 31 in Nigeria as Cases Near 500●Diphtheria Outbreak Claims 31 Lives In Nigeria As Suspected Cases Near 500✉newsHealthPandemics6 min ago

    Nigeria is grappling with a diphtheria outbreak that has killed 31 people, with suspected cases approaching 500. Health authorities are working to contain the spread of the bacterial infection, which is preventable by routine vaccination. The outbreak has drawn attention to gaps in immunisation coverage and the strain on Nigeria's public health response.

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    UK Police Investigate Suspected Terror Plot Near US Base●U.K. Police Investigate Suspected Terror Plot Near Base Used by U.S. Forces✉newsWarTerrorism44 min ago

    British police are investigating an alleged terrorist plot discovered near a military base used by American forces in the United Kingdom. Details of the plot, including the number of suspects involved and the intended target, have not been disclosed as inquiries continue. The case is drawing attention given the site's connection to US military personnel stationed in Britain.

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    Waltz says Iranians demanded concessions up front before Trump rejected ceasefire▼Waltz says Iranians asked for ‘everything up front’ before Trump rejected ceasefire✉newsWorldUnited Nations48 min ago

    Mike Waltz said Iranian negotiators asked for 'everything up front' in talks before President Trump rejected a proposed ceasefire. The comment sheds light on why negotiations over halting hostilities fell apart, with the US arguing the Iranian terms amounted to demanding concessions before any agreement in return. The remarks are fueling debate over whether diplomacy was given a genuine chance.

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    Waltz says Iran demanded upfront sanctions relief in rejected deal▼Waltz says Iran wanted sanctions relief up front in rejected deal; Tehran pushes back✉newsWorldUnited Nations55 min ago

    Mike Waltz says Iran's proposal would have required sanctions relief up front, which the United States rejected, while Tehran disputes that account of the failed negotiations. The exchange comes amid stalled diplomacy over Iran's nuclear programme and escalating rhetoric between the two governments. Officials on both sides continue to trade blame over why the deal collapsed.

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    Oil Rises, Stock Futures Slip After Iran Offer Rejected▼Oil Up, Stock Futures Slip as Iran Offer Rejected: Markets Wrap✉newsBusinessMarkets41 min ago

    Oil prices moved higher and stock futures slipped following news that an offer from Iran was rejected, according to a Bloomberg markets wrap. Traders are weighing the implications for energy supply and broader risk sentiment, with oil's gains reflecting concern that the rejected offer could escalate tensions and tighten crude supplies.

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    Authorities say they have thwarted a suspected terror attack planned near a U.S. military base in the United Kingdom. Details about suspects, targets, and how the plot was discovered have not been released. The report is drawing attention because of the involvement of an American installation on British soil and ongoing security concerns around military sites in Europe.

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    Trump Says 'We Got Them' After Foiled UK Airbase Terror Plot▼Trump Says ‘We Got Them’ After Suspected Terror Plot Foiled at UK Airbase✉newsWorldDefense51 min ago

    Donald Trump declared 'we got them' after authorities foiled a suspected terrorist plot targeting a UK airbase. The comment suggests US involvement or coordination in the operation, though details about the suspects and the intended targets have not been fully disclosed. The case is drawing attention because of its transatlantic security implications and the former president's prominent role in announcing it.

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    US immigration officers told to halt arrests of non-criminal immigrants▼US immigration officers instructed to halt arrests of non-criminal immigrants: Report✉newsWorldImmigration54 min ago

    US immigration officers have reportedly been instructed to stop arresting immigrants who have no criminal record. According to a report picked up by multiple international outlets, the directive marks a shift in enforcement priorities, focusing resources on immigrants with criminal histories rather than non-criminal ones. The news has drawn attention as it suggests a change in how US authorities are carrying out immigration arrests day to day.

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    Counter-terror police probe Iran link to RAF base bomb plot▼Counter-terror police investigate Iran link to suspected RAF base bomb plot✉newsWarTerrorism44 min ago

    Counter-terror police in the UK are investigating a suspected Iranian link to an alleged plot to bomb an RAF base. The inquiry is at an early stage and few details have been released about the suspects or the specific target. The case has drawn attention amid already strained relations between the UK and Iran.

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    India moves 30 kW laser anti-drone weapon toward production●INDIA’S LASER SHIELD AGAINST DRONE SWARMS ADVANCES TO MASS PRODUCTION! DRDO’s 30 kW truck-mounted Directed Energy Weapon𝕏xINWorldDefense2.5K29 min ago

    India's Defence Research and Development Organisation is advancing its 30 kW truck-mounted directed energy weapon toward a first production model within a year, following successful 2025 trials by its Centre for High Energy Systems and Sciences. The system is designed to destroy drone swarms and fixed-wing UAVs, and talk is focused on it entering mass production as a low-cost answer to cheap drone threats.

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    What we know about the RAF Fairford suspected bomb plot●SUMMARY: What we know so far about the RAF Fairford suspected bomb plot - A farmer driving home in the early hours found𝕏xGBWarTerrorism7K59 min ago

    A suspected bomb plot near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire is under scrutiny after a farmer driving home in the early hours reported three unoccupied white vans blocking a village road. She said she found the scene suspicious, turned around, and then saw a group of men nearby. Details remain limited, with authorities said to be investigating the incident, and no confirmed arrests or charges reported so far.

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    Why has Trump rejected Iran's peace proposal?●Why has Trump rejected Iran’s peace proposal?✉newsWar48 min ago

    Reports say Donald Trump has turned down a peace proposal put forward by Iran, keeping tensions between Washington and Tehran in the spotlight. The rejection raises questions about the terms Iran offered and what it means for negotiations over the ongoing standoff, with observers debating whether diplomacy can still prevent further escalation between the two countries.

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    US stands alone in ideological objections to pandemic agreement wording●While the US was not the only nation to object to some of the wording, it was the only one who objected on ideological rMmastodonHealthPandemics76 min ago

    Negotiations over a pandemic accord have drawn objections from several countries over specific wording, but commentators note the United States was the only nation to raise objections on ideological rather than intellectual property grounds. The remark, linking to New York Times coverage, highlights how the US position on the international pandemic agreement diverged from other holdouts.

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    Men arrested over suspected terror plot near UK air base●⚡ NEWS Suspected Terror Attack Thwarted Near U.S. Air Base in U.K. British police arrested several men on suspicion of tMmastodonWorldDefense351 min ago

    British police have arrested several men on suspicion of terrorism and explosives offenses near a UK air base used by the U.S. Air Force for strikes on Iran. Homes nearby were evacuated while authorities investigated the suspected plot. The arrests come amid heightened security concerns around US military sites in Britain following American strikes on Iranian facilities.

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    Companies reminded of human rights duties over Israel-Palestine conflict●« … reminder to companies that they have human rights responsibilities, and are expected to conduct due diligence to ensMmastodonWorldUnited Nations1548 min ago

    Commentators are stressing that companies carry human rights responsibilities and must conduct due diligence to avoid complicity in human rights violations or abuses, in the context of the Israel-Palestine conflict and calls for a ceasefire. The message frames corporate conduct during the war as a matter of international human rights standards, prompting discussion about business accountability and whether firms are adequately assessing their involvement in the region.

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    Suspected bomb plot thwarted near RAF Fairford●🟠 UPDATE Suspected Terror Attack Thwarted Near U.S. Air Base in U.K. The Telegraph reports an 'Iran link' to the bomb plMmastodonWorldDefense351 min ago

    UK authorities say they thwarted a suspected terror attack near RAF Fairford, a base used by US forces in Gloucestershire. The Telegraph reports an alleged Iranian link to the bomb plot, suggesting a connection between the suspects and Iran. Details about arrests and the suspected target remain limited as the investigation continues.

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    Swiss voters reject stricter neutrality proposal▼Swiss voters rejected a proposal to adopt a more restrictive form of neutrality that would have blocked their country frMmastodonWorld358 min ago

    Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to adopt a more restrictive form of neutrality. The measure would have prevented Switzerland from imposing economic sanctions on other countries and blocked cooperation with NATO. The result keeps open the country's current approach, which allows sanctions and security partnerships while maintaining military non-alignment.

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    California braces for flooding and landslides as super El Niño looms●“ After years of erosion, California is bracing for flooding and landslides ahead of this year’s expected super El Niño,MmastodonEnvironmentClimate516 min ago

    California is preparing for flooding and landslides as forecasters expect a strong El Niño this year, a warming of equatorial Pacific waters that disrupts weather worldwide. After years of coastal erosion — with Pacifica, south of San Francisco, already hit — officials warn the storms the pattern typically brings could prove especially damaging to weakened coastlines and hillsides.

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    Trump rejects Iran peace proposal and threatens new strikes●🔴 BREAKING Trump Rejects Iran Peace Proposal and Threatens Strikes US President Donald Trump has reportedly rejected a pMmastodonWorldDiplomacy356 min ago

    US President Donald Trump has reportedly rejected a peace proposal put forward by Iran and threatened to resume military strikes against the country, in what would mark a significant escalation of tensions between Washington and Tehran. The development is drawing wide attention as observers assess the risk of renewed conflict and what it means for diplomacy in the region.

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    PBOC expected to set yuan midpoint at 6.7085▼PBOC is expected to set the USD/CNY reference rate at 6.7085 – Reuters estimate✉newsBusinessBanking33 min ago

    China's central bank is expected to set the US dollar/yuan daily reference rate at 6.7085, according to a Reuters estimate. The daily midpoint fixing from the People's Bank of China is closely watched by currency traders as a signal of official policy toward the renminbi, and any deviation from expectations can move Asian currency and equity markets.

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    ECB raises interest rates by 25 basis points●ECB hikes by 25 basis points, as expected✉newsBusinessBanking4 h ago

    The European Central Bank has raised its key interest rates by 25 basis points, in line with widespread expectations from economists and markets. The decision keeps the bank's campaign against elevated inflation moving forward, and analysts are now watching for signals on whether further tightening will follow at upcoming meetings.

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    UK Police Arrest Five Over Suspected Plot Near US Bomber Base●UK Police Foil Suspected Terror Plot Near US Bomber Base Gloucestershire Constabulary sprang into action early Sunday, dMmastodonWarTerrorism244 min ago

    Gloucestershire Constabulary declared a major incident early Sunday and arrested five people after stopping three suspicious vehicles heading towards RAF Fairford, a US bomber base in England. The force said it foiled a suspected terror plot, and the arrests near a strategic American airfield have drawn widespread attention amid heightened security concerns.

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    Swiss voters reject stricter neutrality rules in referendum▼Swiss voters reject stricter neutrality rules that would have curbed Nato cooperation✉newsWorld2 h ago

    Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to enshrine stricter neutrality rules in law, a move that would have limited cooperation with Nato. The result keeps open the possibility of closer security ties with Western allies, including joint military exercises and arms deals with neighbouring countries. Supporters of the measure had argued stricter neutrality would preserve Switzerland's traditional role, while opponents warned it would weaken the country's security at a time of war in Europe.

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    Farmer's tip-off foils suspected terror plot on air base▼Farmer’s tip-off foils suspected terror plot on air base✉newsWarTerrorism44 min ago

    A farmer's tip-off to authorities has led to the disruption of a suspected terrorist plot targeting an air base, according to an Australian Financial Review report. Details of the location, suspects and planned attack have not yet been made public, and police are expected to release further information as the investigation continues.

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    Five in Custody After Suspected Terror Threat at Air Base●5 in custody after suspected potential terror attack on air base✉newsWarTerrorism44 min ago

    Five people have been taken into custody following a suspected potential terror attack at an air base, according to local news reporting. Authorities have not released details about the suspects or the nature of the alleged plot. The incident has drawn attention as officials investigate whether it represented a genuine security threat.

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    Kobayashi Pharmaceutical weighs buyout offer worth over ¥500 billion●Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, the firm that was at the center of a supplement contamination scandal involving suspected deatMmastodonBusinessMarkets441 min ago

    Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, the Japanese company at the center of a supplement contamination scandal involving suspected deaths, is reportedly considering a buyout offer valued at more than ¥500 billion. The potential deal comes as the firm continues to face fallout from the scandal, which damaged consumer trust and hit its business hard. Market watchers are closely following how the offer could reshape the company's future.

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    Labcorp to pay $2.3 million over data breach affecting 451,558 Marylanders▼451,558 Marylanders Impacted By Labcorp Data Breach; Company Reaches $2.3 Million Settlement✉newsTechnologyCybersecurity29 min ago

    Laboratory testing company Labcorp has reached a $2.3 million settlement following a data breach that exposed the personal information of 451,558 Maryland residents. The agreement resolves claims stemming from the breach, which affected a large share of the state's population and raised concerns about how the company safeguarded sensitive customer data.

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    RBA expected to raise cash rate to 4.6%●RBA expected to hike cash rate to 4.6%, its highest level since 2011 https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/sepMmastodonBusinessFinance43 h ago

    The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to lift the cash rate to 4.6%, which would make it the highest level since 2011. The anticipated hike points to continued efforts to curb inflation, and would add to cost-of-living pressures for Australian households and businesses with mortgages and loans.

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    A suspicious neighbour in the United Kingdom reportedly noticed unusual activity and alerted authorities, leading to the disruption of a suspected terrorist plot. Details of the location, the suspect, and the nature of the alleged plan have not been confirmed, but the case is being cited as an example of how ordinary vigilance by members of the public can help security services intervene before an attack takes place.

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    British police arrest five men in bomb plot near US-used base●British police arrest five men in suspected terrorist bomb plot near military base used by U.S.✉newsWorldDefense4 h ago

    British police have arrested five men on suspicion of plotting a terrorist bomb attack near a military base used by American forces. The suspects were detained as investigators work to establish the scope of the alleged plot and any possible links. The arrests have drawn attention given the site's connection to US personnel stationed in Britain.

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    Tuchel says England players not distracted by Man City charges▼Tuchel: England players are not distracted by Man City's Premier League charges✉newsSportSoccer3 min ago

    England head coach Thomas Tuchel says his squad is not distracted by the Premier League's financial charges against Manchester City. The issue matters because several City players are key members of the England team, and the club faces a landmark regulatory case with potential consequences for its players' club futures. Tuchel's comments are aimed at shutting down any speculation about the fallout affecting England's camp.