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Google DeepMind workers in the U.K. vote to unionize over military AI contracts amid internal backlash over its Pentagon deal

London-based employees are demanding that Google walk back its Pentagon deal, but the power workers once had to kill such contracts has eroded significantly.

Fortune · May 5

US intelligence memo says Trump’s extended Iran war has done little to slow the nuclear capabilities in the country

Ensuring that Iran cannot build a nuclear weapon was one of the key objectives laid out by Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth at the beginning of the war

The Independent UK · May 5

Iran should 'do the smart thing' and reach a peace deal with US, Donald Trump says

Meanwhile, Iran warned the US against any further escalation in the Strait of Hormuz, after a spate of attacks risked reigniting the war.

Euronews · May 5

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The Latest: Hegseth and Caine say ceasefire between the US and Iran is not over

U.S. forces launched an effort to guide commercial ships through the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday

The Independent UK · May 5

Can US law stop Trump from withdrawing troops from Europe?

A 2026 US defence law does not prevent troop withdrawals from Europe, but imposes consultations and justifications for major cuts that make such a move more difficult.

Euronews · May 5

NATO still in the dark over US plans to withdraw 5,000 troops

The US has not specified to NATO which operations will be impacted as part of the Pentagon's decision to remove 5,000 soldiers from German territory. European nations have been preparing for an eventual change in US force posture, but were not consulted before this announcement.

Euronews · May 5

New frontier of AI forces Trump's heavy hand

The White House wants to be a gatekeeper for the most powerful new models on Earth.

Axios · May 5

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Trump Accelerates UFO File Release Amid Claims Secret Program and Private Contractors Hid Non-Human Intelligence Since 1940s

A political storm in Washington arises as Trump's directive for UFO declassification meets resistance, amid claims of a decades-long cover-up of non-human intelligence since the 1940s.

International Business Times UK · May 5

UFO Whistleblowers Fear Being Called Crazy As Officials Admit Encounters With Unknown Craft Near Critical US Sites

US officials face pressure to release 46 classified UAP videos after whistleblowers report encounters near sensitive military sites and restricted airspace.

International Business Times UK · May 5

Google DeepMind workers in UK vote to unionize amid deal with US military

Exclusive: Worker pointed to Iran war and Pentagon’s Anthropic feud as indications the department is ‘not a responsible partner’

The Guardian - US · May 5

Google Brushes Off Staff Revolt Over 'Proudly' Signing Trump Pentagon AI Deal

Google's AI partnership with the Pentagon has sparked dissent, with employees fearing misuse in military operations amid ethical concerns over AI's role in defense.

International Business Times UK · May 5

Google brushes off employee complaints and says it is ‘proud’ to work with Trump’s Pentagon, report says

Hundreds of Google employees sent an open letter to the company’s leadership about the Pentagon deal, warning of military AI’s potential for ‘unethical and dangerous uses’

The Independent UK · May 4

Pete Hegseth 'Lied' Twice Under Oath About Joe Biden But Might Not Face Any Consequences: Report

Pete Hegseth is criticized for false statements about Biden deploying troops and firing military leaders. His actions and claims have been debunked and criticized by insiders and on social media.

International Business Times UK · May 4

Trump administration considers mandatory pre-release vetting of AI models — Anthropic's Mythos cited as catalyst for policy reversal

The Trump administration is said to be discussing an executive order that would establish a government review process for new AI models before they’re released to the public.

Tom’s Hardware · May 4

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Axios · May 4

Trump administration considering safety review for new AI models

In a post-Mythos world, the White House is re-evaluating its hard line against the AI security measures it once shrugged off.

The Guardian - UK · May 4

First Thing: Trump says US navy will ‘guide’ trapped ships through strait of Hormuz

US president’s post follows flurry of mixed signals including concern Tehran had not ‘paid big enough price’. Plus, could Santa Marta climate talks mark ground zero in push to ditch fossil fuels?

TechRadar · May 4

Pentagon staff embracing vibe coding as military personnel deploy over 20,000 AI agents per week since launch — autonomous tools handling 25,000 sessions per day on average to improve efficiency by eliminating "boring" staff work and manual data entry

Pentagon personnel rapidly adopt vibe-coding tools as more than 100,000 AI agents are created to automate routine work and eliminate manual data entry across unclassified networks.

Reason · May 4

AI Companies Learn the Word No

Some of the people building AI have started acting like it might be dangerous.

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The Independent UK · May 4

Trump says ‘Project Freedom’ will guide ‘innocent bystander’ ships through Strait of Hormuz

Thousands of U.S. troops and dozens of aircraft are to be deployed to assist in the effort - Iran has already threatened retaliation

International Business Times UK · May 4

From Area 51 to Redstone: Why U.S. Space Command's New Intelligence Hub Is Reviving UFO Craft Allegations

U.S. Space Command opened its intelligence hub at Redstone Arsenal days before viral UFO craft claims surfaced. The base's history of Pentagon disinformation tells a much bigger story.

Fortune · May 4

Google’s AI deal with the Pentagon has sparked employee backlash. But don't expect a repeat of Project Maven

Google's agreement with the Pentagon may be the most permissive yet among major AI firms.

The Independent UK · May 4

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin and Zelensky declare rival ceasefires ahead of Moscow’s Victory Day parade

Zelensky initially junked Putin's request as 'not serious' and refused to offer security for parade in Moscow

International Business Times UK · May 4

Pete Hegseth Purge Leaves Wife Jennifer Rauchet as Closest Advisor in the Loneliest Office at Pentagon

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth's wife, Jennifer Rauchet, has no formal Pentagon role but attends official meetings as he fires generals and grows isolated inside the building.

The Independent UK · May 4

What to know about the US military presence in Europe as Trump seeks drawdown of thousands of troops

U.S. President Donald Trump’s pledge to shrink America’s military deployment in Germany is putting a new spotlight on the U.S. military presence in Europe

The Independent UK · May 4

Asian markets are mixed and oil is steady after Wall Street hits records

Shares are mixed in Asia after U.S. stocks set more records, powered by strong profits for major companies

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