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    President Volodymyr Zelensky has said Russia has widened its attacks on Ukraine to target data centres, extending strikes beyond energy infrastructure. The claim, reported by the BBC, is drawing attention on Hacker News, where commenters are discussing what strikes on digital infrastructure mean for Ukraine's government services, banks and connectivity, and how the war increasingly extends to civilian digital systems.

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    The BBC reports that the UK military has been jamming other nations' satellites as a form of self-defence, according to information shared with the broadcaster. The story appears to concern electronic warfare capabilities used to disrupt hostile or threatening satellite signals. Discussion so far centres on the report itself; the posts collected do not include detailed reactions, so the specific claims, targets and official responses are not clear from the available evidence.

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    Ukraine has launched what is described as the largest attack on Moscow of the war, firing hundreds of drones at the Russian capital. The scale of the barrage marks a significant escalation in long-range strikes, with attention on the damage caused and how Russia responds. The attack is drawing widespread international coverage of the intensifying drone war between the two countries.

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    US judge overturns Trump's White House media banโ—US judge overturns President Trump's White House media ban | BBC Newsโ–ถyoutubeWorldLaw & Courts551.3K5 min ago

    A US judge has ruled against President Trump's ban restricting certain media outlets from White House coverage, overturning the administration's effort to control press access. The decision is being widely covered as a major test of press freedom and the limits of presidential power over journalists, with strong reaction from media organisations and legal commentators.

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    Huge crowds greet Pope in Paris for open-air Massโ—Huge crowds greet Pope in Paris for open-air Mass https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm4gjjwvvlzro?at_medium=RSS&at_camMmastodonWorldReligion23 min ago

    The Pope has arrived in Paris, where large crowds turned out to attend an open-air Mass, according to BBC News. The visit drew significant public attention in the French capital, with the ceremony held outdoors to accommodate the numbers of worshippers and onlookers gathering to see the pontiff during his time in the city.

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    New questions raised in killer nurse Colin Norris caseโ—Murder or medical mix-up? New questions in the case of killer nurse Colin Norris https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ckgMmastodonWorldCrime42 min ago

    Fresh scrutiny has emerged over the convictions of Colin Norris, the UK nurse jailed in 2008 for murdering four elderly patients and attempting to kill a fifth in Leeds hospitals. The case hinged on low blood sugar levels as evidence of insulin poisoning, and new reporting is asking whether the deaths could have had natural medical explanations instead, reopening debate over a possible miscarriage of justice.

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    Automated bots linked to OpenAI are reported to have interfered with several US Government agency websites, according to a BBC report. The story is drawing attention on tech and politics discussion forums, where users are debating what the interference involved, who was behind it, and what it means for the security of government systems and the oversight of AI tools.

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    Rayner criticises visa rules proposals ahead of Labour conferenceโ—Rayner criticises visa rules proposals ahead of Labour conference https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cmx2zz035q99o?at_mMmastodonWorldImmigration37 min ago

    Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner has spoken out against proposals to change visa rules, days before the Labour Party conference in Liverpool. Her comments expose tensions within the government over its approach to immigration policy, with critics inside the party uneasy about potential restrictions. The remarks are likely to sharpen debate at the conference, where migration is set to be a central theme among delegates and ministers.

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    Charles Spencer, the younger brother of Princess Diana and Ninth Earl Spencer, is being featured in a BBC News interview or clip in which he declares "I'm telling the truth." The snippet gives little detail, so it is not clear from the evidence exactly what statement or claim he is addressing. Viewers appear to be engaging heavily with the clip, given the large number of likes reported, though the specific accusations or memoir-related comments he is discussing are not stated in the available posts.

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    Brazilian President Lula has banned online gambling in the country, with the move announced ahead of the upcoming presidential election. The decision, reported by the BBC, is expected to be a significant talking point in the campaign period, with critics and supporters likely to debate whether the timing is motivated by public protection or electoral politics.

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    White House bars CNN from Air Force One travelโ—White House bars CNN from travelling with Trump on Air Force Oneโœ‰newsLifeTravel20 min ago

    The White House has excluded CNN from the press pool travelling with President Trump aboard Air Force One, according to a BBC report. The move marks an escalation in tensions between the administration and the network, and it has drawn criticism from press freedom advocates who argue access to presidential travel should not depend on a news outlet's coverage.

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    Anthony Horowitz's 'Marble Hall Murders' Gets BBC Release Detailsโ—'Marble Hall Murders': Release Date And When New Episodes Air On BBC For New Anthony Horowitz Seriesโœ‰newsCultureTelevision28 min ago

    The BBC has confirmed details for 'Marble Hall Murders', a new series adapted from Anthony Horowitz's work, with release date and weekly episode schedule now announced. Coverage so far focuses mainly on when viewers can watch, with the adaptation of the bestselling crime writer's novel drawing attention from his established fanbase and period detective drama audiences.