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The Daily Edition

Monday, 10 August 2026

400 stories across 8 sections

The Takeaway

Emma D'Arcy's character Rhaenyra Targaryen took a dramatic turn in the final moments of House of the Dragon Season 3, embracing tyranny and sacrificing her humanity. Meanwhile, in Western Europe, a record-breaking heat wave swept through the region, with temperatures averaging 21.62°C in June and July. This extreme heat was reported by the European climate agency Copernicus, surpassing the previous record set in 2022.

In the tech and business world, the Korean economy showed signs of growth, driven by the semiconductor industry, according to the Korea Development Institute. Additionally, a community of collectors, including software engineer Josh Dersch, is growing, with a passion for preserving vintage computers and devices. The Swiss Franc declined as the US Dollar gained ground amid rising uncertainty, and Chinese researchers released a powerful DNA-screening AI tool to help fight rare diseases.

Written by urgent.news from the day's reporting.

AI

AI

Mark Zuckerberg proposes a positive AI philosophy centered on individual empowerment, predicts personal superintelligence could increase employment, and more (Mark Zuckerberg/Meta)

We are fortunate to live at an incredible moment in history. In the next few years, people will be able to use superintelligence …

·meta.com·11 outlets

Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, envisions a bright future shaped by superintelligence. He believes this powerful technology will enable individuals to use their creativity and intellect to invent new solutions, advance health and quality of life, and enhance their personal and professional endeavors. Zuckerberg proposes a philosophy centered on individual empowerment, suggesting that superintelligence should be accessible to everyone and directed towards their unique aspirations.

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Tech

Explainer-What is Unitree and why are China’s humanoid robot makers racing to list?

Tech

Explainer-What is Unitree and why are China’s humanoid robot makers racing to list?

·investing.com·4 outlets

Unitree, a Chinese robot manufacturing company, is set to list on the Shanghai stock exchange, aiming to raise 6.1 billion yuan ($904 million) in its initial public offering (IPO). The company, founded in 2016 by engineer Wang Xingxing, has gained international attention for its affordable quadruped robots and humanoid machines. Unitree's G1, H1, and R1 models have been featured in viral demonstrations showcasing their agility, performing human-like activities such as running, dancing, and executing martial arts.

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HD Hyundai Wins US Data Center Power Deal

HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has secured an order for a large-scale power generation facility of 1,000 megawatts (MW) to supply power to a data center of a US big tech company. The contract, valued at 956 billion won ($735.38 million), is the largest ever power generation engine supply agreement sign

·businesskorea.co.kr·3 outlets

Business

US judge dismisses criminal case against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani

Business

US judge dismisses criminal case against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani

A US judge on Monday dismissed criminal charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani , after the Justice Department said it had decided to abandon the fraud and bribery case. Before approving a rare request by federal prosecutors to drop the case, US District Judge Nicholas Garaufis asked why they wanted to do so. Mr Garaufis also asked Mr Adani whether anything had been promised in exchange…

·thenationalnews.com·5 outlets

On July 4, US District Judge Nicholas Garaufis dismissed criminal charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani, following the Justice Department's decision to abandon the fraud and bribery case. US federal prosecutors had alleged that Adani and seven others, including his nephew Sagar Adani, had offered bribes exceeding $250 million to Indian officials to secure solar energy contracts generating $2 billion in profits over 20 years.

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Harvey Nichols will collapse without rescue deal, directors warn

Harvey Nichols will collapse without rescue deal, directors warn

Harvey Nichols will collapse into administration if a rescue buyer is not found, directors of the luxury department store chain have warned. The retail empire will “cease trading” if it fails to agree a sale and no additional funding is found, the group’s directors cautioned in its latest accounts. Harvey Nichols could find a buyer [...]

·cityam.com·2 outlets

WCA welcomes formation of Sri Lanka players' body

WCA welcomes formation of Sri Lanka players' body

COLOMBO: The World Cricketers’ Association (WCA) said the formation of a players’ body in Sri Lanka was a landmark development for the professionalism and growth of the game in the country. The Sri Lankan Professional Cricketers’ Association was officially launched on Saturday, with white-ball captain Kusal Mendis named its inaugural…

·brecorder.com·2 outlets

Govt appoints Muhammad Ali Malik as SBP deputy governor

Govt appoints Muhammad Ali Malik as SBP deputy governor

The federal government has appointed Muhammad Ali Malik as Deputy Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) for a five-year term with immediate effect. According to a notification issued by the Finance Division on Monday, the appointment was made under Section 11A(2) of the State Bank of Pakistan Act, 1956, as amended in 2022.

·brecorder.com·2 outlets

Finance & Markets

Asia stocks edge higher, oil up amid Gulf confusion

Finance & Markets

Asia stocks edge higher, oil up amid Gulf confusion

·channelnewsasia.com·7 outlets

Asian stock markets followed Wall Street's upward trend on Monday, Aug 10, as a weaker-than-expected US jobs report reduced the likelihood of an imminent increase in interest rates. However, oil prices rose due to a lack of advancement in Gulf peace negotiations. Iran reported that a deal with Oman to establish new shipping lanes in the Strait of Hormuz was nearing completion, but stressed that the waterway would reopen only after the United States meets additional criteria.

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World

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World

Western Europe sets new temperature record as heat waves pummel the region

BERLIN (AP) — The heat waves roiling Western Europe this summer toppled an average temperature record for the June-July…

·apnews.com·17 outlets

In August 2026, Western Europe experienced record-breaking heat waves, as reported by the European climate agency Copernicus. The June-July period saw an average temperature of 21.62°C (70.92 F), surpassing the previous record set in 2022 by a significant margin. This extreme heat contributed to widespread wildfires, prolonged droughts, and potentially thousands of heat-related deaths across the region.

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Science

Earthquake today: Major quake of magnitude 7.4 hits Colombia, prompting people to evacuate homes

Science

Earthquake today: Major quake of magnitude 7.4 hits Colombia, prompting people to evacuate homes

A morning earthquake shook Colombian capital Bogota on Monday, with the tremor being felt as far away as the border with Venezuela, according to Reuters.

·livemint.com·12 outlets

An earthquake of magnitude 7.4 struck Colombia in the early hours of the day, causing tremors to be felt as far away as neighboring Venezuela and Ecuador, including the capital city of Bogotá. The epicenter of the quake was located in San José del Palmar, a region approximately 250 miles (400 kilometers) west of Colombia's capital.

Governor Nubia Carolina Cordoba-Curi expressed concern over potential aftershocks and reported injuries and substantial building damage in the capital city, Quibdó. A damage assessment has been initiated and an official report is expected to be released shortly.

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Colombia earthquake: Death toll rises to over 100

A powerful earthquake, measured at magnitude 7.4, has struck Colombia, killing dozens of people and trapping many under rubble. Cities including Cali, Pereira and Manizales were among the hardest-hit.

·dw.com·3 outlets

Health & Medicine

Trump executive order would split up MMR vaccine

Health & Medicine

Trump executive order would split up MMR vaccine

The Trump administration is working on an executive order that calls for fewer childhood vaccinations, splitting the childhood MMR vaccine into three shots and delivering vaccines at separate medical visits, according to language obtained by Axios. Trump will sign the EO this afternoon, White House press secretary Karoline Levitt tweeted. Why it matters: Controversial vaccine policy changes…

·axios.com·9 outlets

The Trump administration has drafted an executive order aiming to modify childhood vaccination schedules, potentially dividing the MMR vaccine into three separate shots, according to information shared with Axios. President Trump is scheduled to sign the order this afternoon, as confirmed by White House press secretary Karoline Levitt on Twitter.

This move is seen as a possible prelude to politically charged vaccine policy debates ahead of the midterm elections. The executive order stipulates that the combined MMR vaccine should be administered as three distinct shots after domestic production, and encourages administering all childhood immunizations at separate visits whenever possible.

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Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim undergoes elective surgery to treat hernia

Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim undergoes elective surgery to treat hernia

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has successfully undergone elective laparoscopic surgery to treat a para-umbilical hernia, his medical team said on Monday. “He is currently undergoing physiotherapy treatment and is under the supervision of a team of medical experts to ensure that the recovery process is going well”, the head of…

·dawn.com·5 outlets

Culture

‘House of the Dragon’ Star Unpacks How Helaena’s Fateful Finale Channeled Joan of Arc

Culture

‘House of the Dragon’ Star Unpacks How Helaena’s Fateful Finale Channeled Joan of Arc

Phia Saban tells TheWrap that Helaena's choices are born out of a "last freedom" rather than desperation The post ‘House of the Dragon’ Star Unpacks How Helaena’s Fateful Finale Channeled Joan of Arc appeared first on TheWrap .

·thewrap.com·4 outlets

In the final episode of "House of the Dragon" Season 3, fans witnessed the tragic suicide of Helaena, a character widely regarded as the show's heart. The decision to take her own life was a culmination of various factors that had been hinted at throughout the season. Helaena, who had been pregnant with a son throughout the series, faced mounting pressure from the ever-present threat of death, both in reality and through her vivid dreams.

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Rosario Dawson Opens Up About Getting Cut From ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’

"It still means that my character is somewhere in that same universe," the actress says of Claire Temple (aka Night Nurse) The post Rosario Dawson Opens Up About Getting Cut From ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ appeared first on TheWrap .

  • Dawson cut from 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' at GalaxyCon Raleigh 2026.
  • Scene cut to improve movie flow, retains Dawson's quality.
  • Dawson hopeful for future Spider-Man collaboration.

·thewrap.com·3 outlets