Congress Is Suddenly Waking Up to the AI Doomsday Threat
After years of limited actions, dozens of lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are now touting new proposals to regulate AI models.
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Telefónica and Liberty Global weigh a €700 million adjustment in Virgin Media O2
The plan involves cutting staff and operating expenses and a reduction of 200 million euros in the dividend to control debt.
Bosun Tijani withdraws from ITU race despite Tinubu’s nomination
Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation and Digital Economy, Dr Bosun Tijani, has withdrawn from consideration for the position of Deputy Secretary General of the International…
Labour Court throws out RTÉ worker's €77,000 claim
The Labour Court has thrown out a €77,000 claim by an RTÉ worker for alleged unpaid entitlements concerning pension, annual leave, public holidays and privilege days over a seven-year period.
Zooey Deschanel Says ‘Trash Mountain’ Took Her to the ‘Early Days’ of Her Career: ‘What I Want to Get Back To’
Toronto International Film Festival 2026: "There just wasn't a lot of this kind of stuff that I was getting to read for a really long time," the actress, who stars in Caleb Hearon's new film, tells…
Experts answer listeners' questions
Elke Brink, director and wealth advisor at PSG Wealth R21, and Mia Kriegler, director of asset management at Kruger International, answer questions that affect listeners' pockets.
AI agents hate CAPTCHA, too
An Anthropic cybersecurity report found that a Completely Automated Public Turing test to tell Computers and Humans Apart stumped a bot.
Silicon Valley-focused films take over Hollywood
Four movies about AI and Silicon Valley will compete this fall for theater goer dollars.
UMG and voice AI giant ElevenLabs launch AI-powered music platform
These licensing agreements are not only a way to shift AI music companies from the targets of lawsuits to paying customers for music, but also a bet that allowing fans to play with the tech may…
Russia's Central Bank holds key rate for the first time since mid-2025
The Russian Central Bank's board of directors on Sept. 11 decided to keep the key rate at 14%, the first time the regulator has opted not to cut it since mid-June 2025.
Afghan woman accused of Islamic State plot deported from US in first case before secretive terror court
Haji Zada’s attorneys said that challenged the legitimacy of the court and said that her decision should be seen as an endorsement for the same.
Wall Street thought the Powell hike was over. Now Kevin Warsh has his ‘back against the wall’
Hotter inflation, above $100 oil and a 10-year Treasury yield flirting with 5% have put another round of rate hikes back on the table.
Adobe vs. Ciena: Which Technology Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?
Adobe offers proven profitability at a historically low valuation, while Ciena offers explosive growth at a premium price.
Afghan woman deported in first-ever "Alien Terrorist" court case, DOJ says
An Afghan national who was the first-ever case before the federal Alien Terrorist Removal Court has been deported, the Justice Department announced Friday. The big picture: The DOJ win before the previously dormant court could give the administration a path to remove people it links to terrorism while keeping much of its evidence secret…
The Gathering 2026: Power to the people — Communities step up as municipalities fail
From lighting up the Nelson Mandela Bridge to reopening a Joburg Library and contesting local elections, communities are finding different ways to reclaim their cities and hold the government to account.
[Closing Market] KOSPI Falls Below 7,000 Amid Heavy Foreign Selling
On Sept. 11, the domestic stock market was severely shaken as it faced a triad of headwinds: rising U.S. Treasury yields, oil price instability, and a plunge in technology stocks on the New York stock…
Shariah bank deposits grow by 150% in five years
Omar Baker, Financial Head of FNB's Islamic banking division, explains what Islamic banking entails and discusses the substantial increase in the use of Shari'ah banking products.
How Real Is the Threat of AI Starting the Next Pandemic?
A clear check on AI-made viruses is the limit of existing knowledge about what makes viruses dangerous.
Annie Andrews: This Is How I Can Defeat Darline Graham Nordone In The South Carolina Senate Race
On "Forbes Newsroom," Dr. Annie Andrews, the Democratic nominee for South Carolina Senate, discussed her campaign to unseat Sen. Darline Graham Nordone (R-SC).
US pressure on Iran has reached critical, dangerous level – Pezeshkian
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says pressure from the United States has reached a critical and dangerous level, as tensions between Washington, Israel and Tehran continue.
EU delays key tobacco tax vote until after Swedish election
Sweden has blocked the legislation over opposition to taxing nicotine pouches.
In supply chain cyberattacks, AI is being used to fight AI
Uber Freight, Ceva Logistics, and Fairlife experience cyberattacks, spotlighting AI's dual role as both risk and remedy in supply chains.
The market is sniffing out Clicks
Mia Kriegler, director of investment management at Kruger International, talks about the sharp decline in the share prices of Clicks and Sanlam, the market's reaction to Remgro's trading statement…
India-EU FTA: EU gets tariff quota for 1 lakh cars initially, rising to 1.6 lakh
The India-EU free trade agreement will allow European automakers to export 1 lakh passenger vehicles annually at concessional duties initially, rising to 1.6 lakh from the 10th year. The pact also offers tariff concessions on electric vehicles, wines, pork, apples, kiwifruit, pears and peaches through quotas and price-based conditions.
A View From the Easel
“Sometimes it's infinite folding and binding, and I just spend the day or weekend doing that.”
Saudi Arabian oil pipeline system struck by projectiles? Satellite images reveal extensive fire damage, says report
A major oil pipeline system in Saudi Arabia was reportedly struck by projectiles, with assessments indicating damage to pumping stations.
The UAE is committing $46 billion to Germany in a push centered on AI data centers
The package includes roughly 1 gigawatt of new data center capacity and comes on top of the UAE's existing €34 billion already invested in Germany
Lagarde urges cuts in certain public spending items to finance AI investments
He has not wanted to specify or indicate in which areas these cuts should be made to control public deficits.
Meta Releases Uber-Creepy AI Chatbot as Its Platforms Crumble Under Grotesque Child Abuse
Stay far away. The post Meta Releases Uber-Creepy AI Chatbot as Its Platforms Crumble Under Grotesque Child Abuse appeared first on Futurism .
Anambra police operatives cautioned against illegal arrest, detention, advised to seek ADR in resolving crisis
The Assistant Inspector General of Police in charge of Zone 13, Ukpo, Anambra State, AIG Miller Gajere Dantawaye, has cautioned operatives of the Nigeria Police Force, Anambra State Command against…
‘We have no justice’: US marks 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks
US marked 25 years since 9/11 with a ceremony at Ground Zero while Trump paid respects at the Pentagon.
'Maybe that is how Transformers started': Readers react to the possibility of AI becoming self-aware
Could AI become conscious? Live Science readers revealed their thoughts about this technological possibility.
Miami Approves 'Discreet' GTA 6 Marketing Campaign So the City Can Fix Its Football Field
Rockstar Games' Grand Theft Auto 6 is coming to real-life Miami after a city meeting resulted in the approval of a "discreet" – and controversial – marketing campaign.
Syrian doctor’s stories at Brazil’s Book Biennial
Otolaryngologist Mohamad Feras Al-Lahham portrays in his book Recomeço (“A New Beginning”) the hardships, losses, challenges and achievements he experienced during the early years of his life in…
Rams DC Chris Shula Comes Under Fire After Ugly Loss to 49ers
The Rams' defense was gutted in a 27-7 loss to the 49ers, and one analyst says defensive coordinator Chris Shula is the problem.
- Chris Shula under fire for 49ers loss, criticized for defensive performance
- Dan Orlovsky questions Shula's strategy against top quarterbacks
- Rams defense struggles with QBR 98.3 in third downs since 2022
NFL preview 2026: Power rankings, picks, award predictions, and more
Every generation has a deeply held belief that their era was the “best.” Whether it be through social movements, music, art, or sports — there’s always the pervasive notion that one generation was…
UCL: ‘They’ll beat Arsenal in final’ – Shearer snubs PSG, names team to win trophy
Premier League legend, Alan Shearer, has picked Barcelona as the favourites to win the Champions League this season. He predicted that Barcelona would beat Arsenal in the final to lift the trophy.
Taylor Fritz’s Latest Ball Complaint: Retail Ones Are ‘Miserable’
Fritz was knocked out of the US Open in the third round.
LIV Players in Spotlight Before Bankruptcy Case Returns to Court Oct. 7
Star players could serve on a key creditors committee.
Microsoft May Soon Fix Windows 11’s Obvious Dark Mode Automation Gap
Microsoft is testing automatic Light and Dark Mode switching in Windows 11, with scheduling based on sunrise, sunset, fixed times, or PC activity.
The Long Game: 4 Tactics to Master Early in Star Wars Zero Company
We’re back for another installment of our The Long Game series, where we focus on things you can invest in early in games that will pay off in the long run.
The JBL Live 680NC may sound good, but the battery life and plethora of top features are the star of the show
The JBL Live 680NC are almost a budget set at $150, plus they sound pretty good, come with a ridiculous amount of features and a long, long battery life.
2026.37: Duo Threats
The best Stratechery content from the week of September 7, 2026, including the arrival of the Duo, AI that benefits humanity, and closing the book on a catastrophe.
Cold TAKE: Amazon's New Encryption Method Still Doesn't Deliver Real Privacy
Amazon recently debuted a new feature for its Ring cameras that the company is calling Throw Away the Key Encryption (TAKE).
Motorola’s wide Razr Fold wants to have ‘3D glass’ and a creaseless display
The puzzle pieces for the Motorola wide Razr Fold are slowly coming together. A recent World Power Consortium listing for the device, along with leaked internal mockups from Motorola’s design team…
Mars astronauts could live in houses made of yeast and jello, say scientists
Low-energy 3D printing could turn Martian dirt into sturdy structures
Somehow, the 2026 Lego Advent Calendar is on sale at Amazon for just $25
The 2026 Lego City Advent Calendar is on sale at Amazon for $25, down from the list price of $34.99.
Broccoli sprouts recalled as Salmonella outbreak sickens 22 people across 4 states
There’s another recall affecting sprouts, but this time it’s not the alfalfa variety . Instead, this sprout recall is linked to broccoli sprouts that have the potential to be contaminated with…
Mozambique protects Mount Mabu ‘butterfly forest’
Mozambique has formally protected Mount Mabu, a hotspot of endemic wildlife and home to more than 200 species of butterflies, located in the Lugela district of northern Mozambique.
Crew Works Exercise Research and Lab Maintenance on Light Duty Day
The Expedition 75 crew had a light duty day on Friday studying microgravity’s effect on exercise and transferring cargo aboard the International Space Station.
The sun may once have swallowed a super-Earth planet and could still be hiding the evidence
The sun may have swallowed a super-Earth planet in its early history, and our star may still be hiding the evidence, new research suggests.
CloudScope Enables Continuous Remote Monitoring of Brain Activity in Freely Moving Mice
Johns Hopkins researchers developed CloudScope, a cloud-based microscope enabling continuous, remote brain imaging in freely moving mice, revealing disease progression, seizures, cellular changes and…
Ancient Rome’s Largest Fresco and Mosaic Complex, Featuring Depictions of a Mysterious Maritime City, Opens to the Public After 2,000 Years
The massive artworks, created in the first century C.E., were discovered in the 1990s during excavations of the Baths of Trajan
Microscopic fragments of ancient alien tech may litter the moon — and scientists have a plan to find them
Researchers propose that tiny technological remnants left over from extinct alien civilizations could have landed on the moon after traveling through interstellar space.
AT&T store worker gets 16 months inside for SIM-swap side hustle
Phone shop staffer claimed he was paid less than $4k for in his part attacks leading to combined intended losses of $600,000
Transcenta Therapeutics and WuXi Biologics Team Up to Accelerate Commercialization of HiCB Technology
Transcenta, headquartered in China and with a pipeline of over ten therapeutic antibody candidates, is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company with expertise in biologics discovery, translational…
NASA’s SpaceX Crew-12 to Discuss Station Mission, Upcoming Return
Media are invited to hear from NASA’s SpaceX Crew-12 astronauts during a news conference beginning at 2:45 p.m. EDT, Wednesday, Sept. 16, from the International Space Station. NASA astronauts Jessica Meir and Jack Hathaway, ESA (European Space Agency) astronaut Sophie Adenot, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Andrey Fedyaev will discuss their…
Samsung Biologics Signs $262 Million Manufacturing Agreement with European Pharma Firm
Alongside decisions involving capacity expansion, officials at Samsung Biologics announced that the company is pursuing opportunities to broaden its portfolio and address an increasingly diverse range of therapeutic modalities.