Bolivia’s Congress approves $1.9bn IMF loan amid protest threats
Unions warn that fuel subsidy cuts in the IMF deal could trigger renewed protests and rising costs.
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Saudi Arabia issues first air raid alerts for Riyadh since Houthis escalated attacks
Residents later received the all-clear after explosions were reported in the capital.
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Blackstone Sees India Nearing Tipping Point for Foreign Capital
As Jon Gray recalls it, Blackstone Inc.’s first foray into India started slowly and then ran into headwinds during the global financial crisis.
China Opens Probes Into Four Online Travel Booking Platforms
China opened investigations into four online hotel and travel booking platforms over suspected practices that may undermine fair competition and merchants’ rights, extending a broader regulatory crackdown on the sector.
Google's Gemini AI hacked 3 companies during testing
During a test of its cybersecurity capabilities, Google's Gemini AI model accessed the internet and hacked other companies. This is the first known instance of Google's AI systems engaging in such behavior autonomously.
North Korea dismisses UN nuclear watchdog resolution
The country rebukes the UN atomic agency's 'double standards' and says nuclear status is 'irreversible'.
Improving urban flood forecasting with real-time hazardous rainfall detection
The Korea Institute of Civil Engineering and Building Technology (KICT) announced that it will apply its early detection technology for quasi-stationary linear rainbands and sudden localized torrential rainfall to the Urban Flood Forecasting…
Report: More US troops have died in Iran war than Pentagon says
The Pentagon publicly lists 18 US military deaths since the Iran war began.
South Africans voice their anger as hundreds hold femicide vigil
Hundreds of people gathered at the University of Cape Town on Friday at a vigil for victims of femicide in South Africa.
South Korea’s Justice Minister Nominee Withdraws After Reshuffle
South Korea’s nominee for justice minister has withdrawn from consideration for the role before being confirmed, the second ministerial nominee to pull out in a week after the president reshuffled his cabinet.
Flock Offers Employees Buyouts as Customers Flee
As dozens of cities end contracts for its controversial license plate readers, Flock is rolling out a voluntary severance program, WIRED has learned.
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How rural policing gaps can make escaping domestic violence harder
Before murdering Molly Ticehurst in April 2024, court documents show Daniel Billings had threatened to exploit the limits of policing in her country town: "I will come in the middle of the night … The police won't stop me. I will get to you quicker…
US court blocks Trump plan to deport migrants to third countries
US judges affirm migrants must have opportunities to voice safety concerns before deportation to unfamiliar nations.
Vikings to start Wentz with Murray on the mend
Carson Wentz will be the Vikings' starting quarterback Sunday against the Bears while Kyler Murray continues to work his way back after suffering a concussion in the season opener.
Mets 1B Young will miss rest of season after collision
New York Mets first baseman Jared Young, 31, who was at home resting and recovering Friday, will miss the rest of the season because of a concussion sustained when he collided with pitcher Nolan McLean while trying to field a ground ball Thursday…
Heat lock up Larsson on 4-year, $60M extension
The Heat and guard Pelle Larsson have reached agreement on a four-year, $60 million extension, his agents told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Yanks' Boone 'not going to predict anything' as Judge (calf) returns to IL
Three-time AL MVP Aaron Judge is returning to the injured list -- this time because of a right calf strain -- and Yankees manager Aaron Boone isn't sure whether the slugger will be able to return for the postseason.
Rams' Donald plans to play; Nacua sits practice
Rams DT Aaron Donald said Friday "the plan" is to play Monday night against the Giants, while WR Puka Nacua did not practice on Friday with a hip issue.
Pistons' Ausar Thompson lands 5-year, $155M extension, sources say
Pistons All-Defensive forward Ausar Thompson has agreed to a five-year, $155 million rookie-scale contract extension, sources told ESPN.
LSU's Leavitt off availability report, should play vs. Rebels
After 48 hours of tracking the health and availability of LSU's Sam Leavitt, the star quarterback was ultimately not listed on the SEC availability report for Saturday's game at Ole Miss, indicating he is expected to participate for the Tigers in…
Judge allows case against ex-Bucknell coach in player's death to proceed
A Pennsylvania judge ruled Friday to allow a criminal case related to the 2024 death of a freshman player to proceed against a former Bucknell football coach.