US lawmakers push for pause in data centres until AI safeguards in place
Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez introduce bill to pause AI rollout amid growing backlash to technology.
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Australia bans visitors from Iran amid war in the Middle East
Australia's Home Affairs Department said decision to ban Iranian visitors amid the war was in the 'national interest'.
Malaysia moves to tighten rules for expats, raising fears of talent flight
Malaysia's government plans to slash the number of foreign workers to encourage local hiring and raise incomes.
Tehran issues warning to regional neighbour if Iranian island occupied
Iran's parliament speaker issues threat as US administration talks peace while committing more troops to conflict.
Sarah Mullally enthroned as first female archbishop of Canterbury
The first woman to lead the Church of England formally installed at ceremony before 2,000 guests.
Iran war live: US demands Tehran accept defeat; Israel pounds Lebanon
Iranian official describes US's 15-point plan as 'maximalist' as state television outlines five conditions for peace.
Migrants march in southern Mexico to denounce immigration restrictions
The march comes as a court in the US suggests there may be a secret deportation agreement between the US and Mexico.
Mexico will continue accepting Cuban medical workers despite US pressure
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum praises services from Cuban doctors, who often work in underserved rural areas.
Palestine weekly wrap: West Bank attacks surge, Israel restricts Gaza aid
Settler attacks, aid curbs and land seizures mar a week that was meant to be one of celebration for Palestinians.
Is war turning Tehran’s air into a chemical weapon?
Black rain follows Tehran oil strikes, spreading toxic fallout into air, soil and water.
War on Iran: What troops is the US moving to the Gulf?
Growing US military presence around Iran suggests shift from air campaign to potential ground operations.
Iran calls US proposal to end war ‘maximalist, unreasonable’
Diplomatic source tells Al Jazeera that Tehran is dismissing the 15-point plan from Washington as unworkable.
Missiles overhead, silence below: Israel’s home front holds firm
Censorship and unity in the face of the Iranian threat combine to stifle dissent as Israel's war with Iran drags on.
Anthropic’s case against the Pentagon could open space for AI regulation
A California judge says US DoD may be 'attempting to cripple Anthropic' for pushing for restrictions on AI weapons.
Hezbollah chief urges unity, no talks with Israel amid Lebanon attacks
Naim Qassem says negotiating with Israel 'under fire amounts to imposing surrender' on Lebanon.
Iranian attacks amount to violation of sovereignty, Gulf states tell UN
UN Human Rights Council passes resolution demanding end to Iran's 'unprovoked attacks' on countries in the Middle East.
Democrat captures Florida House seat in Trump’s Mar-a-Lago district
Emily Gregory's victory in the previously GOP-held district is the latest Democratic upset before November midterms.
US-Iran mediation: What are each side’s demands – and is a deal possible?
Trump's envoys have sent a 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran via Pakistan. But Tehran has its own conditions.
Estonia, Latvia report drone incursions from Russian airspace
Riga said drone that entered its territory may be Ukrainian.
Philippine president declares energy emergency as impact of Iran war felt
Transport unions say emergency declaration a 'superficial band-aid' that does not address root cause of fuel crisis.