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1. Anthropic warns of ‘catastrophic risk’ to humankind ahead of blockbuster share listing
Anthropic has warned that AI could pose a “catastrophic risk” to humankind ahead of its major share listing. It is set to become the first true AI company to go public as tech firms keep investing heavily in AI.
Source: BBC World
2. Anthropic’s potential mega IPO joins ranks of world’s biggest listings - Reuters
Reuters reports that Anthropic’s potential mega IPO could rank among the largest listings in the world. Details on timing and size remain unclear, but the move signals growing capital-market appetite for AI companies.
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3. iPhone Duo owners report cracks in Apple’s first foldable handset
Owners of Apple’s first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, have reported screen cracks after the device went on sale globally. Apple confirmed a display issue affecting a “small number” of units, while experts said there are too few cases to assess a broader defect.
Source: The Guardian World
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1. In China, the AI bubble has already burst - Reuters
Reuters reports that China’s AI bubble has already burst, suggesting the sector may be entering a correction phase. The provided excerpt offers no further details.
Source: Reuters World (via Google News)
2. Nurse killed in attack while responding to Ebola alert in DR Congo
A nurse in DR Congo was killed in an attack while responding to an Ebola alert. Local youths reportedly accused health workers of contaminating water sources and spreading Ebola.
Source: BBC World
3. More than 60 Christians killed in Ethiopia ‘massacre’, church official says
A church official says more than 60 Christians were killed in a “massacre” in Ethiopia. A resident whose 75-year-old father was killed described the attack as an ambush, saying they were surrounded.
Source: BBC World
4. US Marine indicted for murder and robbery of woman in Japan
Prosecutors in Japan have indicted U.S. Marine Devin Jacob Ballard for the murder and robbery of a woman, local media report. The case has sparked outrage in Japan.
Source: BBC World
5. Police arrest teenager after shooting that injured 12, including children, in Florida
A shooting in Florida on Saturday night injured 12 people, including children, near a football stadium after a game. Police have arrested a teenage suspect.
Source: BBC World
6. World stocks gain ahead of ‘formidable’ week for risk; oil prices fall - Reuters
World stocks rose ahead of what Reuters called a “formidable” week for risk, while oil prices fell. Investors are bracing for a heavy run of data and policy events.
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7. Euro slips ahead of central bank meetings, real tumbles - Reuters
The euro weakened ahead of central bank meetings, while the Brazilian real fell sharply. Markets are watching policy signals and currency volatility.
Source: Reuters World (via Google News)
8. ‘Zero-energy companionship’: bizarre hobby takes seed among China’s stressed young adults
Facing a stagnant job market, some young adults in China are opting for “raising bricks” as a cheap, low-maintenance alternative to children or pets. The quirky trend is spreading on social media.
Source: The Guardian World
9. Man found dead in Queensland floods named as former councillor and One Nation candidate
James Hansen, 57, has been identified as the man who died in flooding on Queensland’s Fraser Coast. A former Fraser Coast councillor from 2012 to 2024, dairy farmer and fourth-generation resident, he was praised by the mayor for helping others and serving the community.
Source: The Guardian World
10. ‘Maxxing’ selected as Dictionary.com word of the year
Dictionary.com has named “maxxing” its word of the year. The term, short for “maximising,” reflects Americans’ desire to push whatever they do further, an expert said.
Source: BBC World
11. Chris Brown given suspended eight-month prison sentence over nightclub attack
R&B star Chris Brown has been given a suspended eight-month prison sentence over a nightclub attack. He had previously pleaded guilty to affray after striking a music producer with a glass bottle.
Source: BBC World
12. Australian murderer loses bid to eat Vegemite in prison
Andre McKechnie, imprisoned for murdering a property developer, argued that eating Vegemite was his right to enjoy Australian culture. His bid to have the spread in prison was rejected.
Source: BBC World