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Al Jazeera English

UN Updates List of Companies Linked to Illegal Israeli Settlements

The United Nations has added 61 companies to its list of businesses linked to illegal Israeli settlements, bringing the total to 214. The report outlines the criteria for inclusion, which involves engagement in prohibited activities related to human rights impacts in the occupied territories. Notable companies on the list include Expedia, Trip Advisor, and Airbnb.

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PBS NewsHour

Report Identifies Security Deficiencies at Utah University Following Charlie Kirk's Assassination

A report from Utah Valley University reveals security deficiencies related to the assassination of Charlie Kirk during a speaking event in September 2025. The report highlights the university's failure to conduct a proper security assessment and the decision to hold the event outdoors despite known risks. Kirk's family has filed a wrongful death notice against the university, citing reckless decision-making that contributed to his death.

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Al Jazeera English

Turkey and Iraq Reach Agreement on Military Base Transfer

Turkey has agreed to gradually transfer control of a military base in Sinjar, Iraq, to the Iraqi army, following decades of military presence in the region due to security concerns. Iraq has committed to addressing the armed groups that Turkey views as threats.

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Washington Examiner

Trump Confirms Scott Bessent Will Not Be AI Czar

President Donald Trump confirmed that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will not take on the role of AI czar. Trump stated that Bessent prefers to remain at Treasury and criticized reports suggesting otherwise. The president also announced plans to rename artificial intelligence to 'super intelligence' in official documents.

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Fox News — Politics

Federal Arrest of Immigrant for Illegal Voting Highlights Ongoing Disputes Over Election Integrity

Federal law enforcement arrested Sanata Coulibaly, a Senegalese immigrant in New Jersey, for allegedly voting illegally in multiple elections. This arrest is part of ongoing disputes between Democratic Governor Mikie Sherrill and the Trump administration over immigration enforcement and election integrity, amid broader federal efforts to address election-related violations.

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Washington Examiner

Federal Court Rules Jewish Charter School Can Join Oklahoma Charter Program

A federal judge has ruled that Oklahoma officials cannot exclude the National Ben Gamla Jewish Charter School Foundation from the state's charter school program, stating that such exclusion violates the First Amendment. The ruling allows the school to operate while litigation continues, and Oklahoma officials may appeal the decision.

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Ars Technica

Advocacy Groups Urge Judge to Block Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery Merger Settlement

Free speech and media advocacy groups are calling for a judge to block a settlement that would allow Paramount Skydance to complete its merger with Warner Bros. Discovery. They argue that the settlement offers little benefit to the public, despite a previous ruling that indicated the merger could violate antitrust laws.

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electionlawblog.org

Supreme Court Allows States to Use SAVE Database for Citizenship Status Queries

The Supreme Court has ruled that states can query the federal SAVE database for citizenship status, despite dissent from three Democratic-appointed justices who raised concerns about inaccuracies and voter harm. The majority opinion found that the queries likely do not violate federal laws, while the dissent highlighted potential risks to voters, particularly recently naturalized citizens. The case is expected to have limited impact on the upcoming midterm elections.

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Al Jazeera English

Iraqi Airports Suspend Flights to Iran Following US Sanctions

Four airports in Iraq have suspended flights to Iran following new US aviation sanctions aimed at companies working with Iranian airlines. This decision affects travel for passengers, who will now need to undertake lengthy land journeys. The suspension reflects Iraq's complex relationship with both the US and Iran amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

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PBS NewsHour

New Mexico jury finds Facebook liable for misleading users on privacy protections

A New Mexico jury has found Facebook liable for misleading users about privacy protections, particularly in relation to a data breach involving Cambridge Analytica. The judge will decide the penalties, with the state seeking up to $5,000 per violation. This case marks New Mexico as the only state pursuing action against Facebook following a broader multistate settlement.

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BBC — World

Federal Advisory Council Ends Consultations on Trump's Proposed Arch Project

The federal advisory council has ended consultations on President Trump's proposed 250-foot arch, allowing construction to move forward despite opposition. Critics, including Senator Tammy Duckworth and Congressman Don Beyer, have raised concerns about the project's potential risks and the administration's compliance with required procedures. The FAA has determined that the arch will not pose a risk to nearby airport operations.

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Axios

Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to Use Expanded Voter Screening Tool

The Supreme Court ruled on September 25, 2026, that the Trump administration can utilize its expanded system for verifying voters' citizenship status. Voting rights groups have raised concerns about the potential for eligible voters to be incorrectly disqualified. The decision allows the administration to proceed with its election rule changes ahead of the midterm elections.

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Washington Examiner

Federal Appeals Court Upholds Pentagon's Supply-Chain-Risk Designation of Anthropic

A federal appeals court in Washington D.C. upheld the Pentagon's designation of Anthropic as a supply chain risk in a 2-1 decision. The ruling supports the Pentagon's stance that the integration of Anthropic's Claude platform poses a national security risk, while Anthropic plans to pursue further legal options against the designation.

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Axios

Trump Proposes Renaming AI to 'Super Intelligence'

President Trump is advocating for the renaming of artificial intelligence (AI) to "super intelligence," a term that already has a specific meaning in the AI field. This proposal has raised discussions about the implications of the term and its established significance in ongoing debates about AI development.

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The Atlantic

AI Companies Propose Embedded Evaluators for Safety Monitoring

Dario Amodei, Sam Altman, and Elon Musk have agreed on the introduction of embedded evaluators to monitor safety practices in their AI companies. However, the details of this system remain unclear, and concerns about the independence and effectiveness of these evaluators persist. As public scrutiny increases, there are calls for more comprehensive regulation of AI technologies.

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The Atlantic

AI Companies Propose Self-Regulation with Embedded Evaluators

AI company leaders Dario Amodei, Sam Altman, and Elon Musk have proposed the introduction of embedded evaluators to monitor safety practices within their organizations. However, the details of this self-regulatory system are vague, raising concerns about the independence and effectiveness of the evaluators. Calls for stronger government oversight continue as the debate over AI regulation intensifies.

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Al Jazeera English

Supreme Court Allows Use of Voter Verification System Ahead of Midterm Elections

The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to use the SAVE voter verification system ahead of the midterm elections. Critics argue the system may incorrectly identify eligible voters as non-citizens, risking wrongful purges from voter rolls. The decision permits the system's use until a final ruling is made by the court.

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The Hill

Senator Collins urges OMB to utilize unspent global health funding

Senator Susan Collins has called on the Trump administration to spend over $1 billion in global health funding that is set to expire. In her letter to key officials, she highlighted the need for timely allocation of these appropriated funds.

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The Hill

Sen. Duckworth urges Pentagon and FAA to oppose Trump's DC arch plans

Senator Tammy Duckworth has requested that the Pentagon and FAA reject President Trump's plans to convert a proposed triumphal arch in Washington, D.C. into a military site for drone launches. She expressed her concerns in a letter to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and FAA Administrator Bryan Bedford.

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