Bangsamoro region votes for its first parliament; violence marred the elections.
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Voters in the Bangsamoro region chose their first parliament in elections marred by violence. The vote marks a major step in establishing regional self-government.
Russian drone struck a train near the Ukraine-Poland border; no casualties
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A Russian drone struck a train engine at Yahodyn near Poland; all passengers were evacuated, and no casualties were reported. The attack followed Boris Johnson and European security officials passing through, while experts said it could signal escalation.
Sweden's next government is uncertain with a thin lead for the left-wing opposition after a tight election.
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Sweden's left-wing opposition holds a thin lead after a tight election, leaving the next government uncertain. The narrow margin leaves no clear outcome for who will govern Sweden.
China's top intelligence official warns AI risks as US leaders urge brakes.
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China’s top intelligence official warned about AI risks as US leaders also urged slowing its development. The warnings show senior officials in both countries publicly emphasizing caution around rapidly advancing AI.
Trump downplays need to check AI development to maintain edge over China
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Trump said AI regulation is unnecessary to preserve the U.S. advantage over China, while acknowledging negative forces without proposing specific governance rules. His position contrasts with safety advocates urging slower development and adds to election-year debate over AI risks and economic effects.
Wisconsin Congressman Tom Tiffany survived an emergency plane landing and swam to safety.
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Wisconsin Congressman Tom Tiffany survived an emergency plane landing and swam to safety. The incident involved a sitting member of Congress and received coverage from NPR and BBC.
UK target for 1.5m homes unlikely to be met, minister says
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Angela Rayner said the UK has a slim chance of building 1.5m homes by the next election. Inflation and higher construction costs are hindering the target, while £10bn will fund 70,000 affordable and social homes outside London.
Public sector survey changes raise eyebrows in Queensland
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Queensland agencies reportedly changed survey prompts, with some removing or restricting optional free-text feedback. About 20 percent of 330,000 public workers participated in 2025, amid vacancy controls and teacher pay classification issues.
Beijing rebukes Anthropic CEO's call to curb China's AI development
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Beijing rebuked Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei after he urged Washington to curb China’s AI capabilities and slow global AI development. The dispute highlights competing approaches to AI leadership, risk management, and international governance.
Winter heating oil costs are forecast to rise 31.3% due to the US-Iran conflict.
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NEADA forecasts winter heating oil costs will rise 31.3%, with users paying about $2,300 and delivery prices reaching $5.56 per gallon. Oil-heated homes, concentrated in New England and Mid-Atlantic states, face sharper increases than the 8.7% rise expected across winter heating costs.