Harold Freeman, Who Helped Remove Barriers to Cancer Treatment, Dies at 93
He developed a program that became a model for hospitals around the world, making it easier for poor Black patients to navigate an onerous bureaucratic system.
Ukraine and Russia Say There Is No Energy Truce, Despite Trump’s Claims
The Kremlin said that an agreement would be “a very good idea” but that any deal would not have much effect on fuel markets, as President Trump had suggested.
Congress Has Proposed Many Bills for A.I. Regulation. Lawmakers Have Enacted Few.
[For years, Democrats and Republicans have proposed bills to address the greatest threats posed by artificial intelligence. Many remain stymied by political disputes.
Saudi Arabia issues emergency alerts over ‘potential danger’ in Jeddah, Makkah, Taif
Civil Defence urges residents to seek shelter indoors, stay away from windows, open areas Saudi Arabia issued emergency alerts Tuesday warning of a “potential danger” in Jeddah, Makkah and Taif in the country’s west, urging residents to seek shelter and follow official safety instructions. The alerts were issued through the National Early Warning Platform for … Read more
FEMA Could Still Lose More Jobs Despite Court Ruling
A plan to halve the agency’s sprawling work force was illegal, a judge ruled. But the court is not blocking other FEMA cuts.
As ‘Annie’ Turns 50, a Revival Will Open on Broadway
A revival of the endlessly popular musical will open in the fall of 2027.
Former Australia captains seek help for Imran Khan
Cricketers urge Australia’s foreign minister to address concerns over Khan’s detention Former captain Imran Khan with ICC ODI World Cup trophy. Photo: AFP/File As many as seven former Australia cricket captains have written to Foreign Minister Penny Wong to raise humanitarian concerns over the detention of former Pakistan prime minister and captain Imran Khan. Allan … Read more
Inquiry report finds systemic, institutional failures
Concludes criminal responsibility of an individual would have to be determined separately Javeria, mother of a newborn victim, is consoled following a deadly fire at the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMS) hospital in Islamabad on August 26, 2026. Photo: Reuters ISLAMABAD: The inquiry committee constituted by the prime minister to investigate the August 26 … Read more
Yemen’s Houthis Show Growing Sophistication and Self-Reliance in Weaponry
The Houthis are increasingly using artificial intelligence and other tools to produce advanced weaponry on their own, making them less reliant on Iran.
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