Author: Rachel Maddow

Aid groups recovered five decomposed bodies in eastern Libya, 550 kilometers south of Tobruk.Authorities transported the remains to Tobruk, calling it part of the deadly “death journey.”Abreen, a local NGO, identified the victims as likely Sudanese and shared images of the recovery operation. Migrants Face Extreme Desert and Sea Dangers Migrants cross Libya from Africa and the Middle East, fleeing war and poverty, to reach Europe.Most travel by desert or sea, risking dehydration, starvation, or drowning.In December, 61 migrants, including women and children, drowned near Zuwara.In May, seven Sudanese died after their vehicle broke down in the desert for 11…

A drone fired from Yemen struck Eilat, wounding at least 22 people, local medics reported Wednesday.The Israeli military confirmed air defences failed to intercept the drone before it fell on the Red Sea coast.Authorities have not clarified whether injuries came from the drone or its attempted interception. Officials Secure Site and Warn Residents Police deployed bomb disposal experts to inspect the drone debris.Officials warned the public to avoid the crash area and not touch potential explosives.The IDF instructed residents to follow Home Front Command safety rules and updates on Telegram.Magen David Adom reported two people suffered serious injuries while others…

Donald Trump addressed the UN General Assembly, criticizing Europe’s immigration and climate strategies.He called both issues a “double-tailed monster” destroying European heritage and stability.Trump said, “If you don’t stop people you’ve never seen, your countries will fail.”He accused European leaders of prioritizing political correctness over protecting their nations.Trump demanded an immediate end to open borders and called migration policies a “failed experiment.”He claimed the UN encourages illegal migration and finances global irregular entries.Trump said the UN must “stop invasions, not create or fund them.” Trump Claims Credit for Ending Global Conflicts Trump asserted he ended seven wars in the first…

European lawmakers, Nobel laureates, and former heads of state urged binding international restrictions on AI misuse.They launched the initiative Monday at the UN’s 80th General Assembly in New York.Signatories call for governments to agree by 2026 on “red lines” banning AI uses deemed too harmful.Prominent supporters include Enrico Letta, Mary Robinson, MEPs Brando Benifei and Sergey Lagodinsky, ten Nobel laureates, and tech leaders from OpenAI and Google.They warned that without standards, AI could trigger pandemics, disinformation campaigns, human rights abuses, and loss of control.Over 200 leaders and 70 organisations from politics, science, human rights, and industry backed the campaign. AI’s…

President Trump publicly demanded that Attorney General Pam Bondi prosecute figures he considers enemies.He urged immediate action, citing multiple indictments and impeachment efforts against him. Named Targets Include High-Profile Officials Trump listed former FBI Director James Comey, Senator Adam Schiff, and New York AG Letitia James.He claimed they were “all guilty” but said prosecutors had done nothing. Swift Action Follows Federal Prosecutor Dismissal Trump removed U.S. Attorney Erik Siebert after Siebert failed to charge James and Comey.Trump announced he would nominate Lindsey Halligan, a presidential legal aide with no prosecutorial experience, to replace Siebert. Justice Department Faces Intensifying Political Pressure…

Cybercriminals hit check-in and boarding software, forcing Brussels, Berlin Brandenburg, and London Heathrow to process passengers manually. Brussels Faces Flight Disruptions and Cancellations Brussels Airport reported nine canceled flights, four diversions, and 15 delays of at least an hour.Officials advised only confirmed passengers to travel as 35,000 expected departures approached.The airport planned to cancel half of Sunday departures to reduce long queues and late cancellations. Collins Aerospace Confirms Software Interruption Collins Aerospace acknowledged a “cyber-related disruption” affected its global check-in and boarding systems at selected airports.Passengers typically use the software to print boarding passes, bag tags, and self-check in. Berlin…

The US imposed 50% tariffs on EU steel and aluminium in June, demanding proof of origin for finished products.Importers now face extra costs on top of existing tariffs, industry representatives warn. Companies Struggle with Complex Rules ACEA said the “melt and pour” rule requires tracing steel and aluminium through multiple supplier tiers.Suppliers often cannot provide accurate origin data, making compliance difficult.Parts containing steel, aluminium, and copper fall under multiple tariff categories, increasing complexity.In August, the US added 407 product categories, including machinery, turbines, fire extinguishers, and construction materials. Financial Impact Hits Automotive and Manufacturing ACEA reported generic materials vital for…

The Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) collects NATO members’ contributions to buy US weapons and ammunition.President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine expects around $3.5 billion by next month to purchase arms and support the war effort against Russia.All NATO members, except the United States, contribute to PURL. Zelenskyy told reporters, “We received more than $2 billion from partners specifically for PURL.”He added, “We will receive more funding in October. I expect approximately $3.5–3.6 billion.”Zelenskyy withheld full shipment details but confirmed they will include Patriot air defense missiles and HIMARS munitions.Patriot systems protect Ukraine against Russian missile attacks, and HIMARS significantly strengthen…

Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada ordered a full ban on fibre optic internet in Balkh province to “prevent immorality.” Wi-Fi Access Ends, Mobile Data Persists Government offices, businesses, schools, and homes lost Wi-Fi access. Mobile data remains available but runs slowly and costs heavily. First Permanent Fibre Ban Since 2021 Authorities have not imposed a similar internet restriction since the Taliban took control in August 2021. Officials Promise Alternative Network Provincial spokesperson Haji Attaullah Zaid said authorities will build an alternative network to meet essential needs. He provided no timeline or details. Residents Struggle With Work and Connectivity One resident reported…

Investors poured money into Alphabet after a US judge blocked the forced sale of its Chrome browser. The ruling ended nearly five years of antitrust scrutiny and preserved Google’s key businesses. Shares surged over 4% in Monday European trading, adding to more than 30% gains since January. Alphabet’s market value now exceeds $3 trillion (€2.55tr), joining elite peers Nvidia ($4.2tr/€3.57tr), Microsoft ($3.8tr/€3.23tr), and Apple ($3.5tr/€3tr). Court Protects Chrome and Android The Department of Justice had demanded Google sell Chrome and possibly Android, citing competition concerns. A federal judge ruled that Alphabet can keep both but must share certain data with…