Former Oregon soldier admits to bribing officers and collecting data in order to transmit military secrets to China A trio of mayhem. We Got This Covered · Sep 19
US and Denmark negotiated Greenland deal in secret for months amid Iran war Trump had claimed the U.S. needs Greenland to deter threats from Russia and China The Independent UK · Sep 19
US "quite likely" to target Chinese firms aiding Iran's money flows: Ex-Trump NSA on Beijing's support to Tehran amid conflict The United States may impose secondary sanctions on Chinese financial institutions. This action is likely if Beijing continues financial flows to Iran. Former US National Security Advisor HR McMaster stated this possibility. He believes President Trump will discuss this with President Xi Jinping. This potential move follows reports of Chinese… The Economic Times · Sep 19
Asian Games hockey: India men eye fresh start after WC disappointment, women look to carry momentum Indian men's hockey team seeks to defend its title and secure Olympic qualification. The women's team also aims for direct Olympic berths by winning the Asian Games gold. Both teams are preparing for the upcoming Asian Games tournament in Japan. The men's team will focus on improving after their World… The Economic Times · Sep 19
Fear of AI job losses now outweighs hope of new jobs, study finds In the midst of calls for an AI development slowdown, the fear and uncertainty over AI's impact on the job market remain present worldwide, study finds. Euronews · Sep 19
Oil prices are high but could be much worse. Trump has China's Xi to thank for that China's vast oil reserves and reduced imports helped stabilize global prices. This strategy mitigated the impact of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The nation's energy self-reliance plan proved effective in weathering market volatility. While tensions persist, China's actions softened price increases for many nations. This approach is seen… The Economic Times · Sep 19
'Almost started a war': How an AI error led to a close call between US and China An intelligence report circulated across the US military this spring during the war with Iran set off an alarming chain of events after it claimed that a Chinese ship in the Middle East was carrying components linked to a nuclear weapons programme. The Times of India · Sep 19
Trump will be at the airport to greet Xi when China's leader arrives for his US state visit Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Washington next week for high-stakes talks with US President Donald Trump. The Chinese leader's arrival will be met with an unusual welcome at Joint Base Andrews. Key discussions will focus on tariffs, artificial intelligence, and rare earth minerals. Tech executives and government officials will… The Economic Times · Sep 19
AI goes rogue? How a faulty intelligence report created with a chatbot almost led to a US-China war US forces prepared to intercept a Chinese vessel based on flawed intelligence. An AI chatbot reportedly misidentified cargo, suggesting nuclear weapons components were aboard. This faulty analysis almost triggered a major military confrontation between the US and China. Officials later discovered the intelligence was erroneous, halting the planned operation. The… The Economic Times · Sep 19
Trump says US reached 'infinite' security deal with Denmark over Greenland Trump said the US has reached a deal with Denmark and Greenland giving Washington “permanent control” over Greenland’s security and barring Russia and China from establishing bases or making sensitive investments there. The Economic Times · Sep 19
Trump signs Russia-Iran sanctions law, opens door to 100% tariffs on India US President Donald Trump has signed the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026, allowing tariffs of up to 100% on countries including India and China that buy Russian oil and gas. The law also expands sanctions on Russia’s energy and defence sectors and gives Trump broad discretion over which… The Economic Times · Sep 19
Banff used 6 vegetated overpasses to curb highway wildlife collisions along 82km of road; the result transformed fragmented wilderness into connected animal corridors Banff used 6 vegetated overpasses to curb highway wildlife collisions along 82km of road. The crossing system includes six overpasses, 38 underpasses and fencing along 82 km of highway. Research found an 80 per cent reduction in wildlife collisions. More than 200,000 crossings by 11 mammal species have been recorded.… The Economic Times · Sep 19
OPINION - Forgive me if I don’t trust the tech bros to save us from the AI apocalypse Really, the next Bond movie writes itself. Like From Russia With Love, in which 007 is on the same side as the Russians against Spectre (a megalomaniac outfit with no national affiliations ready to destroy the world), the new version would unite old enemies against a common threat. And what’s… Evening Standard · Sep 18
Soybeans Face Risk Off Pressure into the Weekend, as Meal Leads the Way to the Downside Soybeans were down 9 to 17 cents across the board on Friday, as November held on for a 7 cent gain for the week. The cmdtyView national average Cash Bean price was down 16 1/4 cents at $12.44 1/4. Soymeal futures were back down $7 to $14.10 in the front... Barchart · Sep 18
The Guardian - US · Sep 18 Why Europe has been absent from the great AI safety debate Though Europe has measures that address how consumers might encounter AI, technology will impact them if the worst scenarios bear
The Economic Times · Sep 18 Saving face, from the sun: China's facekini boom isn't just about fair skin Across various regions in Asia, especially in China, a cultural affinity for lighter skin tones remains prevalent. Women are adopting facekinis and other UV-blocking garments to protect their skin from sun exposure. This phenomenon is often justified through health benefits and anti-aging claims rather than being recognised as colourism.
France 24 · Sep 18 AI safety: No, China will not hit the brakes A spate of warnings in recent days about the dangers of AI have sparked mixed reactions: from Donald Trump dismissing the fears as a hoax, to Beijing criticising calls for the US to block its advancement as fearmongering. As President Xi Jinping heads to Washington for talks, FRANCE 24's technology…
Euronews · Sep 18 What to expect from the Trump-Xi summit, from tariffs to a possible $30 billion deal Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to hold talks with US President Donald Trump in Washington next week, with an expiring trade truce, tens of billions in tariff relief and AI all on the table as both economies need the relationship to hold.
International Business Times · Sep 18 Aramco Reportedly Tells European Buyers It Doesn't Have Crude For Next Month. Oil Reversed All Losses. Riyadh's exports have been severely disrupted after Yemen's Houthi rebels began targeting its shipments through the Red Sea and its key East-West pipeline was hit last week.
International Business Times UK · Sep 18 Chinese President XI Jinping Reportedly Missing Following 'Suffering Health' Emergency at Summit India has rejected unverified claims that Xi Jinping suffered a stroke during the BRICS Summit, while officials and independent reporting say there is no confirmation of a medical emergency.
International Business Times · Sep 18 China Keeps Shedding U.S. Sovereign Debt. It Just Hit An 18-Year Low. Other countries are also getting rid of bonds. They now represent 12.2% of the total figure.
The Economic Times · Sep 18 US sanctions were meant to slow China’s tech industry. Instead, a 72% rise in science-linked patents reveals how restricted firms are building their own path to innovation Chinese firms sanctioned by the US are increasing patent citations of academic research. This shift suggests a move towards domestic expertise and self-reliance in innovation. Sanctioned companies show a 72 percent rise in science-linked patents after restrictions were imposed. While Chinese research output is growing, US firms still lead in…
The Independent UK · Sep 18 Taiwan holds first joint military drills using attack drones ahead of Trump-Xi summit in the US Taiwan’s president has overseen military drills featuring missiles and drones on Friday, ahead of a planned summit next week between the U.S. and Chinese leaders in which the fate of the self-ruled island will be discussed
International Business Times · Sep 18 Americans Are Largely Divided On Whether To Pace AI If It Means Risk Losing The Race With China: Poll The public divide is also playing out in Congress as lawmakers debate new safeguards while Washington and Beijing compete over advanced models and chips.
The Independent UK · Sep 18 What is China building this giant ship for? Satellite images offer a clue Military experts say uncrewed vessels significantly boost Beijing’s naval capabilities