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    OECD Says Global Economy Stronger Than Expected But Threats Mount●Global Economy Stronger Than Expected, But Threats Mount, OECD Says✉newsBusinessEconomy6 h ago

    The OECD says the global economy is performing better than previously forecast, but warns that mounting risks could undermine the outlook. The organisation's assessment points to resilience in growth despite persistent headwinds, while cautioning that emerging threats leave little room for complacency among policymakers.

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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✉newsWarTerrorism56 min ago

    British police are investigating an alleged terrorism plot in the vicinity of a military base used by American forces in the United Kingdom. Details remain limited, but the case has drawn international attention given the involvement of a facility linked to US personnel and the ongoing security concerns around military sites.

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    ECB raises rates by 25 basis points as expected●ECB hikes by 25 basis points, as expected✉newsBusinessBanking45 min ago

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

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    Analysts and officials expect Russia to step up hybrid warfare against European countries, including sabotage, disinformation and cyberattacks targeting infrastructure and institutions. The warning, reported by German broadcaster DW, reflects growing concern among European governments over continued Russian aggression beyond the battlefield in Ukraine and preparations to defend against covert attacks.

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    The Israeli military says it has killed the militant who abducted Noa Argamani during the October 7, 2023 Hamas-led attack on Israel. Argamani became one of the most recognizable hostages of the war after footage of her seizure circulated widely; she was rescued by Israeli forces in June 2024. The reported killing is being covered as a symbolic development tied to the memory of the October 7 attack.

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    Trump says he rejected Iranian offer to reopen Strait of Hormuz▼Trump says he has rejected Iranian proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz✉newsWorld9 h ago

    Donald Trump said he has turned down an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, the critical oil shipping waterway between Iran and the Gulf states. The announcement has drawn attention because the strait carries a large share of the world's oil, and any closure or reopening carries major implications for energy prices and regional security.

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    Palestinians say captor of hostage Noa Argamani killed▼Palestinians: Terrorist who abducted Noa Argamani to Gaza on Oct. 7 eliminated✉newsWarMiddle East9 h ago

    Palestinian reports say a militant who took Israeli hostage Noa Argamani into Gaza during the October 7 Hamas-led attack has been eliminated. Argamani was abducted from the Nova music festival and became one of the most recognized faces of the hostages before being rescued by Israeli forces in June 2024. The claim of the militant's killing is circulating in Israeli and regional media.

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    Five Men Arrested Over Suspected Terror Plot Near UK Base Used by US Forces●5 Men Arrested Over Suspected Terror Plot Near U.K. Base Used by U.S. Forces✉newsWarTerrorism2 h ago

    British authorities have arrested five men on suspicion of planning a terrorist plot near a UK military base that is also used by American forces. The arrests were reported by Time Magazine and are drawing attention because of the site's connection to US personnel. Details about the suspects' identities, the target, or the alleged plot have not yet been disclosed, and investigations are ongoing.

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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 monthsYhnEnvironment1129 min ago

    New projections reported by the Guardian warn that the current El Niño event could cause around 450,000 additional deaths over the next six months. The forecast links the climate pattern to spikes in disease, food insecurity and extreme weather across vulnerable regions. Commenters online are reacting with alarm, questioning global preparedness and how little attention the projection has received.

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    Samsung to more than double HBM4 and HBM4E output●Samsung is expected to more than double output of its HBM4 and HBM4E DRAMYhnBusinessFinance5612 h ago

    Samsung is expected to more than double its production of HBM4 and HBM4E high-bandwidth memory DRAM next year, according to a report citing sources. The expansion targets surging demand for advanced memory used in AI accelerators, where Samsung competes with SK Hynix and Micron for supply deals with chip and data-center customers.

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    Category 3 Hurricane Polo Bears Down on Mexico's Pacific Coast●Category 3 Hurricane Polo Threatens Mexico’s Coast, Landfall Expected Monday✉newsWorld1 h ago

    Hurricane Polo has strengthened to a Category 3 storm and is threatening Mexico's Pacific coast, with landfall expected on Monday. Authorities in coastal states are on alert as forecasts point to damaging winds, heavy rain and possible flooding. Residents are being urged to monitor official warnings and prepare for the storm's arrival.

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    Five Men Arrested Near RAF Fairford Over Suspected Terror Plot●UK Police Arrest Five Men Near RAF Fairford in Suspected Terror Plot𝕏xSEWarTerrorism167K2 h ago

    UK police have arrested five men near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on suspicion of preparing a terrorist act. The base, used by US forces and a regular site for major airshow operations, was a focal point of the operation. Authorities have not disclosed further details about the suspects or the alleged plot, and the investigation is ongoing. The arrests have prompted concern about security at military sites in the UK.

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    Israel releases footage of strike killing captor of hostage Noa Argamani●Watch: Israel releases footage of strike killing terrorist who abducted Noa Argamani✉newsBusinessLabor44 min ago

    Israel's military has released footage of an airstrike that killed a militant it says was responsible for abducting Noa Argamani during the October 7, 2023 attack. Argamani, who became one of the most recognised faces of the hostages, was freed in a rescue operation in June 2024. Officials presented the strike as a step in the continued pursuit of those involved in the abduction.

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    Trump Rejects Iranian Truce Offer Amid Rising Tensions●🟠 UPDATE Trump Rejects Iran Truce Offer The article specifies that the rejected offer was a 'deal' and highlights lingerMmastodonWorldDiplomacy22 h ago

    Donald Trump has rejected a truce offer from Iran, with reports describing the rejected proposal as a 'deal'. Attention is focused on the Strait of Hormuz, where lingering tensions are raising fears of renewed fighting between the United States and Iran. Commentators warn the rejection could escalate an already volatile standoff in the region.

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    UK 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.✉newsWorldDefense1 h ago

    British police have arrested five men on suspicion of plotting a terrorist bombing near a military base that is also used by United States forces. The arrests were announced in reports carried by international media, though few further details about the suspects, the base or the alleged plot have been made public so far.

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    Russia rejects German calls to de-escalate at UN●🇷🇺 🇩🇪 # Russia ’s top diplomat rejected German calls to ease off its “dangerous path of escalation” toward the country,MmastodonWorldEU Politics212 h ago

    Russia's top diplomat dismissed German calls to step back from what Berlin called a dangerous path of escalation toward Germany, at the UN General Assembly. Instead, he accused Germany of being Ukraine's main sponsor and of seeking to establish itself as a leading military power in Europe. The exchange underscores deepening tensions between Moscow and Berlin over the war in Ukraine and Germany's growing military role.

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    Russian operatives detained near US air base in UK●Several Russian operatives have been detained near a U.S. air base in the UK over suspected violations of explosives law𝕏xRUWorldDefense37 h ago

    Several Russian operatives have been detained near a U.S. air base in the United Kingdom on suspicion of violating explosives laws. Authorities reportedly evacuated residents of a nearby village as part of the response. The arrests, involving alleged Russian personnel close to an American military installation on British soil, have drawn widespread attention given the heightened tensions between Russia and Western countries.

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    Waltz says Iranians demanded 'everything up front' before Trump rejected ceasefire●Waltz says Iranians asked for ‘everything up front’ before Trump rejected ceasefire✉newsWorldUnited Nations1 h ago

    Mike Waltz said Iranian negotiators sought all their demands met up front in talks before President Trump rejected a proposed ceasefire. The remark offers a glimpse into the breakdown of negotiations between Washington and Tehran, portraying the Iranian side as unwilling to make phased concessions. The comments have drawn attention as tensions over the conflict and diplomatic efforts continue to make headlines.

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    RBA expected to lift cash rate to 4.6%, highest since 2011●RBA expected to hike cash rate to 4.6%, its highest level since 2011✉newsBusinessBanking2 h ago

    The Reserve Bank of Australia is widely expected to raise the cash rate to 4.6%, its highest level in more than a decade, when its board next meets. Such a move would mark another step in the bank's campaign against inflation and would push mortgage repayments higher for many Australian households. Commentators are weighing how much further the bank can tighten without tipping the economy into a downturn.

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    Category 4 Hurricane Polo threatens Mexico's Pacific coast●Category 4 Hurricane Polo Threatens Mexico’s Coast, Landfall Expected Monday✉newsEnvironmentWeather17 h ago

    Hurricane Polo has strengthened to a Category 4 storm and is bearing down on Mexico's Pacific coast, with landfall expected on Monday. Authorities in coastal states are expected to brace for damaging winds, heavy rain and storm surge. Forecasters warn the storm could weaken before landfall, but residents are being urged to monitor official advisories closely.

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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✉newsWorldImmigration5 h ago

    US immigration officers have reportedly been instructed to stop arresting immigrants without criminal records, according to multiple news outlets citing a report. The guidance would mark a shift in enforcement priorities, focusing arrests on immigrants with criminal histories rather than those living in the country without legal status. The reports have drawn attention amid ongoing debate over US immigration policy and enforcement practices.

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    Iran says only diplomacy can resolve conflict with US and Israel▼Iran insists only diplomacy can solve the conflict with the U.S. and Israel after Donald Trump rejected a proposal to reMmastodonWorld313 h ago

    Iran insists that only diplomacy can resolve its conflict with the United States and Israel, after Donald Trump rejected a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran's stance underscores the widening gap between the two sides, with Washington dismissing a plan that would have restored access to the key oil shipping route. Observers warn the standoff keeps tensions high in the region.

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    British authorities have arrested five people on suspicion of plotting a terrorist attack at a US air base in the United Kingdom. The suspects were detained as part of an ongoing counterterrorism investigation. The operation has drawn attention to security concerns surrounding American military installations in Britain, though officials have not yet disclosed further details about the suspects or the alleged plot.

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    Five Men Arrested Over Suspected Terror Plot at UK Air Base Used by US Forces●5 Men Arrested in Suspected Terror Plot at U.K. Air Base Used by U.S. Forces✉newsWarTerrorism56 min ago

    British authorities have arrested five men over an alleged terrorist plot targeting a UK air base that is also used by US forces. The arrests have drawn wide attention given the base's American military connection and ongoing security concerns around US-linked sites in Britain. Details about the suspects and the alleged plot have not yet been made public.

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    Hurricane Polo has intensified into a Category 5 storm and is bearing down on Mexico's Pacific coast, with landfall expected on Monday. Authorities and residents along the threatened shoreline are preparing for potentially severe winds, storm surge and flooding as the storm approaches. Coverage is focused on the hurricane's unusual strength and the short window left for evacuation and emergency preparations in coastal communities.

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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✉newsWorldDefense1 h ago

    Donald Trump declared 'we got them' after authorities foiled a suspected terrorist plot targeting a UK airbase. The claim came shortly after reports of an apparent plot being disrupted, though details about the suspects and the nature of the threat remain limited. The comments have drawn attention given the sensitivity of US-UK security cooperation and Trump's direct public framing of the operation.

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    Delegates walk out of Netanyahu's UN address, Israel takes note●After the walkout conducted by most of the delegates at the beginning of Netenyahu‘s UN address, Israeli staff walked arMmastodonWarMiddle East142 h ago

    Most delegates walked out at the start of Benjamin Netanyahu's address to the United Nations General Assembly. According to reports circulating online, Israeli staff recorded which countries left, cross-referencing the walkout with UN attendance records to identify the departing representatives. The claim has drawn attention because it suggests Israel is tracking which governments boycotted the speech.

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    Three dead in suspected hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship▼3 dead in suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship: What to know✉newsHealthPandemics18 min ago

    Three people have died in a suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard a cruise ship, according to ABC News. Health officials are investigating how the virus, which is typically spread by rodents, may have contaminated the vessel. The report raises questions about sanitary conditions onboard, screening procedures before departure, and whether other passengers or crew were exposed during the voyage.

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    Ukraine's foreign minister condemns ongoing Russian attacks●Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine - Andrii Sybiha reacted to Russia’s continued attacks on Ukraine✉newsWarUkraine1 d ago

    Ukraine's Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha has reacted publicly to Russia's continued attacks on the country, speaking on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. His statement comes amid ongoing Russian strikes on Ukrainian territory, reinforcing Kyiv's diplomatic messaging about the need for continued international support and pressure on Moscow.

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    UK Chancellor weighs budget as Trump rejects Iran Hormuz plan●🟠 UPDATE UK Chancellor Faces Budget Decisions on Iran War Economic Pressures US President Trump rejected Iran's seven-daMmastodonWorldDiplomacy218 h ago

    US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's seven-day proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, calling the deal unacceptable. With the conflict driving up economic pressures, the UK Chancellor is reported to be weighing budget decisions to respond to the war's financial impact, including energy and inflation concerns.

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    Trump rejects Iranian proposal to reopen Strait of Hormuz●🟠 UPDATE Trump Rejects Iranian Proposal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz The article specifies that Iran's rejected proposal iMmastodonWorldDiplomacy222 h ago

    US President Donald Trump has rejected an Iranian proposal that included reopening the Strait of Hormuz. According to the report, Iran's offer contained a 'seven-day roadmap' aimed at ending the ongoing war, alongside reopening the strategic shipping lane. The rejection signals continued deadlock between Washington and Tehran, with the Strait remaining a focal point of the conflict and a key concern for global oil shipments.

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    RBA expected to lift cash rate to 4.6%, highest since 2011●RBA expected to hike cash rate to 4.6%, its highest level since 2011 https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2026/sepMmastodonBusinessFinance451 min ago

    The Reserve Bank of Australia is widely expected to raise the cash rate to 4.6%, which would take borrowing costs to their highest level since 2011. The anticipated hike is drawing attention from homeowners and economists concerned about mortgage repayments and inflation, with debate focused on how much further the bank will go to bring prices under control.

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    Companies reminded of human rights duties amid Gaza conflict●« … reminder to companies that they have human rights responsibilities, and are expected to conduct due diligence to ensMmastodonWorldUnited Nations151 h ago

    United Nations guidance is being recirculated reminding companies that they carry human rights responsibilities and are expected to conduct due diligence to avoid becoming involved in human rights violations or abuses. The message is being shared in the context of the Gaza war and calls for a ceasefire, with critics arguing firms must not profit from or enable abuses against Palestinians.

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    UK police evacuate homes near US-used base in explosives probe▼UK police evacuate homes near military base used by U.S., make arrests in suspected explosives plot✉newsWorldDefense2 h ago

    British police have evacuated homes near a military base used by American forces and made arrests in connection with a suspected explosives plot. The operation prompted security concerns in the surrounding area, with residents ordered to leave as a precaution. Authorities have not released full details about those detained or the alleged targets while the investigation continues.

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    US stands alone in ideological objection to pandemic accord 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 rMmastodonHealthPandemics718 min ago

    Several nations objected to specific wording in the pandemic agreement negotiations, but commentators note the United States was unique in raising objections on ideological grounds rather than intellectual property concerns. The charge is drawing criticism, with observers arguing that framing public health measures ideologically isolates the US from other negotiating countries and complicates global pandemic preparedness efforts.

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    Swiss voters reject stricter neutrality rules curbing Nato ties●Swiss voters reject stricter neutrality rules that would have curbed Nato cooperation✉newsWorld1 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 allows Bern to continue military partnerships with Western allies despite Switzerland's long-standing neutrality. Observers see the vote as a signal of public support for pragmatic security cooperation amid the war in Ukraine.

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    Kobayashi Pharmaceutical weighs buyout offer above ¥500 billion●Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, the firm that was at the center of a supplement contamination scandal involving suspected deatMmastodonBusinessMarkets453 min ago

    Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, the Japanese maker at the center of a supplement contamination scandal linked to suspected deaths, is reportedly considering a buyout offer worth more than ¥500 billion. The move would mark a major turning point for the company, which has faced reputational and financial fallout since the scandal, and is drawing attention to the future ownership of the troubled firm.

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    Switzerland Votes on Stricter Neutrality Rules Limiting NATO Ties▼Switzerland Votes on Stricter Neutrality Rules That Could Limit NATO Ties✉newsWorldDiplomacy2 h ago

    Switzerland is voting on stricter neutrality rules that could restrict how far the country cooperates with NATO. The ballot asks whether constitutional neutrality limits should be tightened, a move that would constrain any deepening of military ties with the Western alliance at a time when European security policy has shifted since Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Supporters argue neutrality must be legally protected, while critics warn it could isolate Switzerland diplomatically.

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    Trump Rejects Iranian Proposal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz●⚡ NEWS Trump Rejects Iranian Proposal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's latest prMmastodonWorldDiplomacy21 d ago

    US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's latest proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping. The refusal underscores the continuing standoff between Washington and Tehran over maritime access and regional tensions. The strait remains a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments, and the rejection signals that diplomatic efforts to ease the dispute have so far made no headway.

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    Trump praises US-UK cooperation after RAF Fairford bomb plot●BREAKING: Donald Trump responds to the suspected bomb plot at RAF Fairford "Working with Britain, it was an amazing job.𝕏xGBWarTerrorism3.5K4 h ago

    Donald Trump has responded to the suspected bomb plot at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, saying US and British authorities worked together to catch those responsible. 'Working with Britain, it was an amazing job,' Trump said, adding that the suspects were under investigation and had been planning major damage to the base. He credited the joint effort: 'working with the British worked out great and we got them.'