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UN adopts Pakistan-led resolution on access to assistive technology

WASHINGTON: The UN General Assembly on Wednesday adopted by consensus a Pakistan-led resolution aimed at improving global access to affordable assistive technology, particularly in developing countries. The resolution, titled ‘Access to Assistive Technology’, is the first-ever General Assembly resolution specifically devoted to the issue.

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How Trump's Approval Rating Has Changed With White Voters This Summer

Recent polling points to weakening support for the president among a key part of his electoral coalition.

  • Trump's approval rating among white voters dropped from 47% in June to 39% in July.
  • By August, his approval among white voters was at 40%, with 54% disapproval.
  • This decline contrasts with Trump's 55% support among white voters in 2024 election polls.

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Nigel Farage’s Reform show gets a reboot

The Reform UK leader will use his conference to strike a 'very serious tone' after spending the summer fighting a by-election challenge from Count Binface.

  • Reform UK conference in Birmingham aims to move beyond controversy and financial questions.
  • Top four officials to unveil key pledges for Farage's potential 100-day premiership.
  • Farage's net favorability has dropped to -44, with only 19% viewing him as potential PM.

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DHS chief's plane forced to make emergency landing after engine failure

The pilot declared an emergency after the aircraft's right engine failed during a flight from Atlanta to the Washington, DC, area, according to Mullin and air traffic control audio.

  • DHS Secretary's Gulfstream V made emergency landing at Reagan National Airport
  • Plane had engine failure en route from Atlanta to Washington, DC
  • Coast Guard pilots praised DHS Secretary's professional handling of landing
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