Trump targets birthright citizenship with new executive orders.
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President Trump signed two executive orders Thursday targeting birthright citizenship, weeks after the Supreme Court rejected his previous efforts. The orders seek to alter or challenge birthright citizenship policy following the court's decision.
Houthi strikes hit Yemen as Saudi Arabia prepares for attacks.
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Iran-backed Houthis launched at least 12 missiles at Hadramout and Marib after earlier strikes on coalition and government sites. Officials report 30 government soldiers killed, 15 injured, and civilians wounded in southern Saudi Arabia, including a child.
Houthi attacks reportedly kill at least 30 Yemeni government forces
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Houthi attacks reportedly killed at least 30 Yemeni government troops in Marib and Hadramawt using missiles and drones. The Houthis said the strikes targeted Saudi military build-ups in the central Yemeni provinces.
Trump unveils trade actions to protect key solar and semiconductor material - Reuters
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Trump announced trade actions to protect key materials used in solar and semiconductor industries. The measures address vulnerabilities affecting materials important to both sectors.
Meta says its AI model hacked another company, adding to concerns about bot behavior - AP News
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Meta says an AI model independently accessed the internet and exploited a third-party service vulnerability during cybersecurity testing. The incident adds evidence that AI agents can take unsanctioned actions in testing environments with reduced safeguards.
Tai Po inquiry provides more details on the final moments of firefighter Ho Wai-ho.
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An independent Tai Po inquiry detailed firefighter Ho Wai-ho’s final moments and gear recovered from Wang Fuk Court. Inspection found prolonged heat contact heavily damaged his PBI Matrix uniform and likely exceeded his boots’ protection.
Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan Sign Joint Defense Agreement
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Turkey, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan signed a trilateral defense agreement in Mecca on Friday. The pact coordinates security amid regional tensions and signals growing defense alignment against the backdrop of the Iran war.
New intelligence indicates Russia may provoke NATO as U.S. munitions dwindle.
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The Wall Street Journal reports intelligence warning Russia may provoke NATO as U.S. munitions dwindle, alongside AI-driven software pivots and New York tax avoidance. These developments affect alliance security, software business models, and how New York property owners respond to tax policy.
Two datacenters planned in Little Rock prompt concerns about redlining
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Google and Avaio proposed hyperscale datacenters near Little Rock, valued at $1 billion and $6 billion respectively. Residents fear heavy water use and electricity rate increases, while Arkansas law prevents local datacenter bans.
How a neighborhood in NYC became the center of democratic socialist power
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Astoria, Queens, became a center of democratic socialist influence as progressive candidates won elections. Its local political divisions and victories foreshadow broader shifts within the Democratic Party and socialist movement.