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Russia and the United States are reportedly working together to remove safeguards from a United Nations agreement on lethal autonomous weapons, so-called 'killer robots'. The joint move by the two rival powers would weaken international limits on AI-driven weaponry, bringing fully autonomous weapons a step closer. The report, carried by the Mirror, is drawing attention from observers worried about the erosion of arms-control norms.

Donald Trump has had what the Mirror describes as a wild week in American politics, with the outlet arguing he has embraced an 'autocratic madman era' in his conduct and decision-making. The characterisation reflects growing concern among critics about his governing style, though supporters often view the same behaviour as strength and disruption of the political establishment.

Astronomers are raising alarm over Reflect Orbital's proposal to launch tens of thousands of sunlight-reflecting satellites, with plans reportedly calling for as many as 50,000 mirrors in orbit by 2035. One astronomer, quoted by CBC News, called the plan 'catastrophic for astronomy'. The project, pitched as selling sunlight on demand, is currently under review by the US Federal Communications Commission, prompting debate about light pollution and the industrialisation of the night sky.