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    UK military jamming other nations' satellites, BBC told●UK military jamming other nations' satellites to defend itself, BBC toldYhnWorldDefense1704 min ago

    The BBC reports that the UK military is jamming other nations' satellites as a form of self-defence. The disclosure offers a rare look at Britain's offensive electronic warfare capabilities in orbit, highlighting how satellite disruption has become an active tool of modern military defence amid growing tensions in space.

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    Russia strikes Ukraine's largest mobile provider's data centres●Russia hits Ukraine's largest mobile provider, strikes data centresβœ‰newsWarUkraine34 min ago

    Russia attacked data centres belonging to Kyivstar, Ukraine's largest mobile network operator, disrupting the country's biggest telecoms provider. The strike on critical communications infrastructure comes as Russia continues targeting Ukrainian energy and utility systems during the war. Such attacks can cut millions of customers off from mobile service and internet access, complicating civilian communication and military coordination.

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    Japan faces India in only T20I of Suzuki Cup●Japan vs India | Match Highlights | Only T20I | #JPNvIND #SuzukiCupβ–ΆyoutubeSportCricket29.9M1 min ago

    India and Japan met in a one-off T20I as part of the Suzuki Cup, with highlights of the match drawing a huge audience through Star Sports. Interest is centred on India's performance against an emerging cricketing nation, with fans sharing reactions to key moments and the result of the contest.

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    Five Men Arrested Near RAF Fairford on Terror Charges●Five Men Arrested Near RAF Fairford on Terror Charges After Suspicious Vans Spotted𝕏xSEWarTerrorism235K3 min ago

    Five men have been arrested on terrorism-related charges near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire after suspicious vans were reportedly spotted close to the airbase. Counter-terrorism police are leading the investigation. The arrests are drawing wide attention given the base's role in US military operations and ongoing concerns about security around UK military sites.

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    Moscow hit by largest-ever Ukrainian drone strike●Moscow rocked by devastating drone strikes in β€˜largest ever’ Ukrainian onslaughtβ–ΆyoutubeBusinessLabor631.5K34 min ago

    Moscow was struck by a massive wave of Ukrainian drones in what is being described as the largest such attack of the war. Reports describe devastating strikes on the Russian capital, marking a significant escalation in Ukraine's long-range drone campaign against targets deep inside Russian territory.

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    Tom Banton scored a century as England beat Sri Lanka to seal the one-day international series. The innings paved the way for England to take an unassailable lead in the contest, drawing attention from cricket fans across the UK, India, Australia and beyond as the match trends widely.

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    Strikes kill six in Ukraine as Moscow spurns German de-escalation callβ–ΌStrikes kill 6 in Ukraine after Moscow rejects German calls to de-escalateβœ‰newsWarUkraine34 min ago

    Russian strikes killed six people in Ukraine after Moscow rejected German calls to de-escalate the conflict. The reported deaths underline continued attacks on Ukrainian territory despite diplomatic efforts from Berlin. Germany's appeal for de-escalation was dismissed by Moscow, with no immediate sign of either side easing hostilities.

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    Strikes kill six in Ukraine, one in Russia as diplomacy stallsβ–ΌStrikes kill 6 in Ukraine, 1 in Russia after Moscow rejects German calls to de-escalateβœ‰newsBusinessLabor34 min ago

    Air and missile strikes killed six people in Ukraine and one in Russia, following Moscow's rejection of German calls to de-escalate the war. The casualties underline how talks between Berlin and the Kremlin have failed to slow fighting, with attacks continuing on both sides. Observers say the rejection of diplomacy signals a prolonged conflict with no immediate path to a ceasefire.

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    Strikes kill 4 in Ukraine as Moscow rebuffs German de-escalation call●Strikes kill 4 in Ukraine after Moscow rejects German calls to de-escalateβœ‰newsWarUkraine34 min ago

    Russian strikes killed four people in Ukraine after Moscow rejected German calls to de-escalate the conflict. The deadly attacks came despite fresh diplomatic pressure from Berlin for Moscow to scale back operations. The rejection and continued strikes underscore how far apart the two sides remain, with civilian casualties continuing even as European leaders push for a path toward ending the war.

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    Premier League faces uncertainty after Man City ruling●Why Premier League faces uncertainty and chaos after Man City ruling https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cw3d7MmastodonSportSports15 min ago

    Manchester City have won a legal challenge against the Premier League over rules on commercial sponsorships, and the ruling now threatens to throw the league's financial regulations into disarray. Reports say the decision could limit the league's ability to police associated-party deals, prompting fears of uncertainty and chaos across English football's top flight.

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    Ukraine is dropping food supplies by drone to residents of Oleshky, a town in Ukraine's Kherson region under Russian occupation. Civilians there have faced shortages of basic goods, and aerial delivery is reportedly one of the few ways to get aid across the front line. The operation is drawing attention as an unusual use of drone technology for humanitarian rather than military purposes.

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    Russia claims strikes destroyed 25% of Ukraine's internet●Russia says strikes destroyed 25% of Ukraine's internet, Starlink facilitiesβœ‰newsWarUkraine28 min ago

    Russia says its strikes have destroyed around 25% of Ukraine's internet infrastructure as well as facilities used by Starlink, Elon Musk's satellite internet service that Ukraine relies on for battlefield and civilian communications. Ukraine has not confirmed the claim, and the full extent of the damage remains unclear. The assertion highlights how communications networks have become a direct target as the war grinds on.

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    Russian strikes kill three in Ukrainian cities, Kyiv districts hit●Russian attacks kills three in Ukrainian cities, strikes hit Kyiv districts, officials sayβœ‰newsBusinessLabor34 min ago

    Russian attacks killed three people across Ukrainian cities, with strikes hitting several districts of Kyiv, according to Ukrainian officials. The overnight barrage adds to ongoing Russian aerial assaults on urban areas that have repeatedly damaged residential infrastructure and caused civilian casualties in recent months.

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    Russia says it struck Kyivstar data center in Kyiv●The Russian Armed Forces hit the Kyivstar data center in Kyiv, which provides Internet for the Armed Forces of Ukraine, according to the Ministry of Defense.βœ‰newsTechnologyInternet28 min ago

    Russia's Ministry of Defense says its armed forces hit a Kyivstar data center in Kyiv that provides internet services to Ukraine's Armed Forces. The claim, reported by CGTN, highlights the growing targeting of telecommunications infrastructure in the war. Kyivstar is Ukraine's largest mobile operator, and any disruption to its facilities could affect both military communications and civilian connectivity in the capital.

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    Russia Strikes Ukraine's Largest Mobile Provider and Data Centersβ–ΌRussia Hits Ukraine’s Largest Mobile Provider, Strikes Data Centersβœ‰newsWarUkraine34 min ago

    Russian strikes have hit Kyivstar, Ukraine's largest mobile provider, targeting its data centers and disrupting telecommunications services. The attack on critical digital infrastructure highlights Russia's continued campaign against Ukrainian energy and communications networks, raising concerns about the resilience of essential services as the war grinds on and winter approaches.

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    Russian strikes on data centers cut internet for 100,000 Ukrainian homes●Russia targets Ukraine's data centers as attacks disrupt internet access for 100,000 householdsβœ‰newsTechnologyInternet28 min ago

    Russia has attacked data centers in Ukraine, disrupting internet access for around 100,000 households. The strikes mark an expansion of Moscow's campaign against Ukrainian infrastructure, moving beyond power grids to telecommunications and digital networks. The outages add to the hardship facing Ukrainian civilians during continued aerial attacks and raise concerns about the resilience of the country's connectivity during the war.

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    Russia begins fuel rationing after massive Ukrainian drone strike●Russia begins rationing fuel after massive drone strike as Ukrainian tech trumps Putin’s jet dronesβ–ΆyoutubeWarUkraine814.8K34 min ago

    Russia has started rationing fuel after a large-scale Ukrainian drone strike hit refinery and energy infrastructure, with reports suggesting Ukrainian long-range drone technology is outpacing Russian defences. The shortages are forcing regional restrictions on petrol and diesel supplies, adding pressure on Moscow's war economy as the conflict grinds on.

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    Ukraine Strikes Moscow as Putin's Election Begins●Ukraine Strikes Moscow on Putin's Election Dayβ–ΆyoutubeBusinessLabor586.5K34 min ago

    Ukraine launched drone strikes targeting Moscow on the first day of Russia's presidential election, the vote widely expected to extend Vladimir Putin's rule. The timing drew heavy attention, with many viewing the attack as a symbolic challenge to Putin's grip on power and an effort to bring the war home to Russians during the carefully staged election period.

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    England win series as Banton delivers on potential●England win series as Banton delivers on potential https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/articles/cqrl6y38wez3o?at_medium=MmastodonSportSports11 min ago

    England have won their cricket series, with Tom Banton producing a standout performance that fulfilled the promise long expected of him. The BBC reports the batsman's contribution proved decisive in sealing the series victory, drawing attention from cricket fans discussing his return to form and what it means for England's squad depth going forward.

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    Zelensky says Russia now targeting Ukraine's data centres●Zelensky says Russia has widened attacks to hit Ukraine's data centresYhnWarUkraine10149 min ago

    President Volodymyr Zelensky says Russia has widened its attacks against Ukraine to include data centres, extending strikes beyond energy infrastructure to facilities that keep government and civilian digital services running. The claim underscores growing concern that Moscow's campaign is aimed at degrading Ukraine's digital and communications capacity, with observers warning of wider disruption to essential online services.

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    No handshakes as Republic of Ireland face Israel●No handshakes between Republic of Ireland and Israel https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c6r7dy2yyx2xo?at_mediMmastodonSportSports27 min ago

    The Republic of Ireland and Israel skipped the traditional pre-match handshake at their football fixture, underlining the political tensions surrounding the game. The decision, reported by BBC Sport, reflects the sensitivity of any sporting encounter between the two sides given the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The teams proceeded with the match without the usual formalities, drawing attention to the broader context.

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    A Republic of Ireland player has withdrawn from the national team while the remaining squad members voted to go ahead with matches against Israel, rejecting pressure to boycott the fixtures. The decision has sparked debate in Ireland and beyond over whether athletes should compete against Israel amid the ongoing conflict, and the story is trending in the US, UK and Netherlands.

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    Ukraine launches largest drone attack on Moscow●Largest attack on Moscow sees Ukraine fire hundreds of drones | BBC Newsβ–ΆyoutubeWar1.1M49 min ago

    Ukraine has fired hundreds of drones at Moscow in what is described as the largest attack on the Russian capital of the war. The scale of the strike has drawn global attention, with news coverage highlighting it as a major escalation in long-range strikes deep into Russian territory. It comes as the conflict continues to intensify and international focus remains on Ukraine's ability to hit targets far beyond the front line.

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    Ukraine launches its largest attack on Moscow●Ukraine launches its largest attack on Moscow: Military expert reactsβ–ΆyoutubeWorldDefense1.3M49 min ago

    Ukraine has carried out what is being described as its largest attack to date on Moscow, prompting reaction from military experts assessing the scale and implications of the strike. The attack marks a significant escalation in Ukraine's long-range strike capabilities against the Russian capital, with analysts weighing what it means for the course of the war.

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    Czechia sweeps Ukraine to win 12th Billie Jean King Cup titleβ–ΌCzechia wins 12th Billie Jean King Cup title with sweep of Ukraineβœ‰newsWarUkraine2 min ago

    Czechia defeated Ukraine to claim its 12th Billie Jean King Cup title, extending its record as the most successful nation in the competition's history. The victory came as a clean sweep in the final, underlining the Czech Republic's continued dominance in women's team tennis and adding another chapter to its streak of titles in the event.

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    Five men arrested over explosives offences near RAF Fairford●Five men have been arrested by police on suspicion of explosives offences near RAF Fairford, the UK airbase used by the𝕏xGBWarTerrorism10049 min ago

    Counter-terror police have arrested five men on suspicion of explosives offences near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire, the UK airbase used by the United States to strike Iranian targets. Around 85 homes in the nearby village of Whelford have been evacuated while the investigation continues, and the arrests have drawn attention given the base's role in recent US military operations against Iran.

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    UK releases damning climate crisis national security report●UK shares findings of damning climate crisis national security reportYhnEnvironment718 min ago

    The UK government has published findings of a national security report on the climate crisis that had reportedly been kept from public view. The findings are described as damning, linking climate breakdown directly to risks facing the country's security. Attention has focused on the roles of senior figures including Keir Starmer and Ed Miliband in the report's delayed release.

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    Ukraine Says Robot-Aided Offensive Struck 3,000 Russian Troopsβ–ΌUkraine Says Secret Robot-Aided Push Hit 3,000 Russiansβœ‰newsTechnologyRobotics26 min ago

    Ukraine says a covert military operation supported by robotic systems struck Russian forces, inflicting casualties on around 3,000 personnel. Kyiv has released few operational details, describing the push as secret. The claim highlights Ukraine's growing use of unmanned and robotic technology on the battlefield, though Russia has not confirmed the figures and independent verification is not yet available.

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    Ukraine Deploys Grenade-Launcher Robots Against Russian Positionsβ–ΌUkraine Sends Grenade-Launcher Robots Into Russian Positions Instead of Infantryβœ‰newsWarUkraine26 min ago

    Ukraine is using armed ground robots fitted with grenade launchers to attack Russian positions, reducing the need to send soldiers into direct assaults. The move highlights Kyiv's growing reliance on unmanned systems on the battlefield, where manpower shortages and the danger of frontal attacks have pushed both sides toward remote-controlled weapons.

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    Ukraine launches over 1,000 drones against Russiaβ—πŸ”΄ DW News September 20: Ukraine launches over 1,000 drones against Russiaβ–ΆyoutubeWarUkraine976.6K49 min ago

    Ukraine launched a large-scale drone attack on Russia, sending more than 1,000 drones across the border on September 20, according to DW News. The strike is being reported as one of the biggest drone operations of the war so far, drawing widespread international attention and reaction.

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    Ukraine bets on robot army to replace soldiers at the front●Le Parisien: # Guerre en # Ukraine : Β« Une # armΓ©e de # robots Β» pour remplacer les soldats sur le front, le nouveau parMmastodonWarUkraine326 min ago

    Ukrainian minister Mykhailo Fedorov is promoting an "army of robots" to replace soldiers on the front line, as reported by Le Parisien. The plan would deploy unmanned ground systems for dangerous combat tasks, reducing troop losses amid a shortage of manpower. The proposal is drawing attention as Ukraine pushes to scale up its military technology industry.

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    Czechs beat Ukraine to win 12th Billie Jean King Cup title●Tennis-Czechs down Ukraine to claim 12th Billie Jean King Cup crownβœ‰newsSportTennis2 min ago

    The Czech Republic defeated Ukraine in the Billie Jean King Cup final, securing the nation's 12th title in the team tennis competition. The victory extends the Czechs' status as one of the most successful countries in the event's history. Ukraine's run to the final was nonetheless a notable achievement given the circumstances the country faces. Details of individual matches and scores were not immediately available.

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    Russia Claims Strikes On Kyiv Hit NATO Specialists●Russia Wipes Out 'NATO SPECIALISTS' In Huge Strikes On Kyiv; Putin Army Burns Ukraine Military Hubsβ–ΆyoutubeBusinessLabor543.7K34 min ago

    Russia claims its forces carried out large-scale strikes on Kyiv, saying the attacks hit Ukrainian military hubs and killed 'NATO specialists' in the Ukrainian capital. The claim, pushed through Russian and pro-Kremlin outlets, has drawn wide attention as the war grinds on. Ukraine has not confirmed the assertion, and independent verification of who was targeted or killed is lacking.

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    Russian strikes across Ukraine kill eight people●Russian strikes on Ukraine kill 8βœ‰newsWarUkraine49 min ago

    Russian strikes on Ukraine have killed eight people, according to an AFP report. The attacks are the latest in Russia's ongoing aerial campaign against Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. The strikes are drawing renewed attention to the human cost of the war and the continued difficulty of securing a ceasefire.

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    Russian strikes across Ukraine, including Kyiv, kill eight●Russian strikes on Ukraine, including Kyiv, kill 8βœ‰newsWarUkraine49 min ago

    Russian missile and drone strikes hit multiple Ukrainian cities, including the capital Kyiv, killing at least eight people. Emergency services worked at impact sites as officials reported damage to residential areas and infrastructure. The attack is part of the sustained aerial campaign Russia has carried out against Ukrainian cities throughout the war.

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    Moscow hit by large Ukrainian drone and missile attack●Moscow under large Ukrainian attack | Morning Reportβ–ΆyoutubeWarTerrorism202K46 min ago

    Moscow has come under a large-scale Ukrainian attack, with reports of air defences engaging incoming drones and missiles over the Russian capital. The strike is one of the biggest on Moscow since the full-scale war began and is drawing widespread attention as the conflict continues to escalate, with casualties and damage still being assessed.

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    At least 10 killed in Russian and Ukrainian attacks●At least 10 people killed in Russian and Ukrainian attacksβœ‰newsWarUkraine49 min ago

    At least 10 people have been killed in separate Russian and Ukrainian attacks, according to Al Jazeera reporting on the ongoing war. The strikes add to a heavy civilian toll as fighting continues along and beyond the front lines, with both sides carrying out attacks that have caused deaths in affected areas. Details on the exact locations and circumstances of the casualties were not immediately provided.

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    Russian strikes kill two in Ukraine after Moscow rebuffs German mediation●Russian strikes kill 2 in Ukraine after Moscow rejects German calls to de-escalateβœ‰newsWarUkraine49 min ago

    Russian strikes killed two people in Ukraine, shortly after Moscow rejected German calls to de-escalate the conflict. The refusal of German diplomatic overtures, followed by renewed attacks causing civilian deaths, has drawn wide international attention. The sequence underscores stalled peace efforts and the continued toll on Ukrainian civilians as Western capitals press for a reduction in hostilities.

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    Russian Strikes Kill Four in Ukraine, Hit Kyiv Data Center●Russian Strikes Kill Four in Ukraine, Damage Kyiv Data Centerβœ‰newsWarUkraine49 min ago

    Russian strikes across Ukraine killed four people and damaged a data center in Kyiv, according to Bloomberg reporting. The attacks add to a continuing pattern of aerial assaults on Ukrainian cities and critical infrastructure, with the damage to the data facility underlining the war's toll on the country's digital and communications systems.

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    Russia is stepping up hybrid warfare activities beyond Ukraine's borders, according to reporting from The Hill. These actions, which can include sabotage, disinformation, cyberattacks and other destabilising measures short of open conflict, are rattling European capitals and raising security concerns across the continent. Officials and observers are increasingly worried that the confrontation is spreading well past the front lines.

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