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Houthi rebels launched attacks in two Yemeni provinces, killing at least 30 government troops and wounding 50 others. The deadly clashes mark a significant escalation in the country's ongoing conflict.
The renewed fighting deepens instability within Yemen and intensifies concerns about a broader regional spillover of the conflict.
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Uganda's parliament has approved the deployment of troops to join an International Stabilization Force in Gaza. This decision marks a significant diplomatic and security move by the East African nation regarding the postwar planning of the conflict.
The deployment signals growing international involvement in postwar Gaza security and highlights Uganda's expanding role in global peacekeeping efforts.
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Iraq announced that any armed activity occurring outside of government control after September 30 will be prosecuted under its Anti-Terrorism Law. This measure is part of Baghdad's ongoing initiative to consolidate state authority over weapons and militias.
This move represents a critical step by the Iraqi government to assert control over independent armed groups and strengthen national stability.
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OpenAI is reportedly collaborating with Jony Ive's design firm, LoveFrom, to develop its first consumer hardware device. The product is described as a small, screenless, voice-first device designed for an AI-centric home computing experience.
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Apollo Global has agreed to acquire the European budget airline EasyJet in a deal valuing the carrier at approximately £5.70 billion. The agreement was secured after rival suitor Castlelake exited the bidding process.
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The European Parliament has advanced a controversial proposal that allows technology companies to scan platforms for child sexual abuse material. The revived plan includes exemptions for certain end-to-end encrypted services.
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The British government and the nation's competition watchdog have cleared Paramount's $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. The approval follows reassurances from David Ellison, though the major media transaction still faces final regulatory pressure from several U.S. states, led by California.
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Apple supplier Luxshare saw its shares decline by 1.6% during its trading debut in Hong Kong. The company recently raised approximately $3.1 billion, marking the city's largest market listing of 2026 so far.
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DeepSeek has signaled a significant upward adjustment to the pricing of its AI services. The reported price increases for its APIs represent a major shift for the company, which has previously been known for its low-cost model offerings.
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Bond markets saw yields move up modestly, with the 10-year Treasury near the mid-4% range. Traders remained focused on whether incoming jobs data could shift expectations for Fed policy.
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