Oct 16 Watch The mystery of Havana Syndrome and claims of a government cover-up By Nick Schifrin, Dan Sagalyn, Madison Staten, Satvi Sunkara, Veronica Vela, Zeba Warsi, Juliet Fuisz, Alexa Gold, Zoie Lambert Unsolved mystery or cover-up? What started out as reports of sonic attacks on American diplomats evolved into a phenomenon affecting at least 1,500 people across six continents. Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin discusses more with Michael Rey and Oriana Zill… Continue reading
Oct 16 The mystery of Havana Syndrome and claims of a government cover-up By Nick Schifrin Unsolved mystery or cover-up? What started out as reports of sonic attacks on American diplomats evolved into a phenomenon affecting at least 1,500 people across six continents. Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin discusses more with Michael Rey and Oriana Zill… Continue reading
Oct 16 China says it will curb tech exports, including AI, citing national security risks By Chan Ho-him, Associated Press The proposal came as China and the U.S. made progress in dialogues over AI safety and governance and on the setting up of a notification mechanism between the two superpowers for AI incidents that could threaten national security. Continue reading
Oct 16 Arab-led parties could decide the Israeli election, if anyone would partner with them By Sam Metz, Associated Press Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his chief rivals have said they won't form a coalition with any Arab-led party after the Oct. 27 election – even if that means months of gridlock and another round of voting. Continue reading
Oct 16 Prime Minister Mark Carney says U.S. is trying to break Canada as Alberta votes on separation path By Rob Gillies, Associated Press “This referendum comes at the worst possible time,” Carney told a large pro-Canada rally in Calgary. “The world has become more dangerous and divided. Some outside our borders are working to break us so they can own us.”… Continue reading
Oct 16 Russia strikes 9 Ukrainian regions as strain grows between Zelenskyy and Trump By Samya Kullab, Barry Hatton, Associated Press The latest aerial strikes on civilian targets came as fears mount that a sharp deterioration in relations between Ukraine and the United States this week could leave Ukraine further exposed to Russia’s escalating aerial assaults as the bitter winter approaches. Continue reading
Oct 16 IMF-World Bank meetings focus on global risks and potential benefits of AI By Elaine Kurtenbach, Associated Press “We are racing, and the question is how do we put barriers? So if a car was to fly out it doesn’t kill people,” IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said. Continue reading
Oct 16 Drone strikes in the Black Sea raise fears of Russian escalation to test NATO's response By Stephen McGrath, Veselin Toshkov, Associated Press The attacks in the two countries' exclusive economic zones threaten a global shipping route and have left two people dead, with at least 25 still missing. They also run the risk of drawing other countries directly into the war for… Continue reading
Oct 15 Infantino apologizes to FIFA Council for World Cup furor but leaves critics unhappy By Graham Dunbar, Associated Press Gianni Infantino apologized to FIFA's ruling council on Thursday for “mistakes” in his secretive investment plan for the World Cup but didn’t give details sought by his toughest critics who want to oust him as the president of soccer’s governing… Continue reading
Oct 15 Prince Harry and Meghan make first joint appearances since returning to UK By Danica Kirka, Associated Press Prince Harry and his wife Meghan appeared together in a trio of charity visits Thursday, their first joint public appearance since moving back to England, as they seek to rebuild their brand in Britain after walking away from royal duties… Continue reading