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    US-Saudi nuclear deal would allow uranium enrichment, sparking alarm●The U.S. just signed a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia that could let the kingdom enrich its own uranium, skipping the "gMmastodonWarNuclear41 h ago

    The United States has signed a nuclear cooperation deal with Saudi Arabia that could permit the kingdom to enrich its own uranium, dropping the so-called 'gold standard' restrictions Washington demanded of the UAE in 2009. Lawmakers from both parties are raising concerns about the implications for nuclear proliferation and stability in the Middle East, warning the agreement could set a precedent for other countries in the region.

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    Al Arabiya obtains leaked 14-point draft US-Iran deal●https:// english.alarabiya.net/News/mid dle-east/2026/06/16/al-arabiya-obtains-14point-draft-usiran-deal If the # US - #MmastodonWarNuclear21 h ago

    Al Arabiya reports obtaining the text of a 14-point draft agreement between the United States and Iran. Commentary on the leaked document is sharply critical, with observers calling the terms a potential disaster for US foreign policy and unprecedented in their concessions. The publication of the draft has intensified debate over the direction and terms of American diplomacy toward Tehran.

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    Leading AI labs say autonomous self-improving models may be near●Will AI models achieve the ability to improve autonomously? Leading labs say the scenario is near✉newsTechnologyAI7 h ago

    Major artificial intelligence laboratories are signaling that AI models capable of improving themselves autonomously could become a reality soon. The claim has drawn attention to the pace of AI progress and the safety questions that come with systems that can enhance their own capabilities without direct human intervention, reigniting debate among researchers and policymakers.

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    Multiple vulnerabilities discovered in the Linux kernel●Several vulnerabilities have been discovered in the Linux kernelYhnTechnologyCybersecurity5596 min ago

    Several security vulnerabilities have been discovered in the Linux kernel, prompting advisories and prompting users to update their systems with patched kernel versions. The news is drawing wide attention among developers and system administrators on technical forums, who are discussing the affected components and the importance of applying fixes promptly.

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    Hidden SDR Capabilities Discovered in ESP32 Microcontrollers●Various Projects Find Hidden SDR Capabilities in ESP32 MicrocontrollersYhnScienceSpace Policy28543 min ago

    Several independent projects have found that Espressif's popular ESP32 microcontroller contains previously undocumented software-defined radio capabilities. The chip can apparently receive wireless signals beyond its advertised functions, opening new possibilities for cheap radio receivers, sniffing and experimentation. The news is generating significant discussion among hardware hackers and radio enthusiasts, who are excited about turning an inexpensive, ubiquitous chip into a versatile SDR tool.

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    Brazilian commentator Fabiano Zettel alleged that banker Daniel Vorcaro, tied to Banco Master, stashed around R$20 billion overseas and described Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes as the banker's 'best friend'. The remarks, reported by Estadão, are stirring discussion amid the fallout surrounding Banco Master and Vorcaro's legal troubles in Brazil.

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    A man in Spain was refused the Ingreso Mínimo Vital by the Social Security system on the grounds that he shared a flat with his landlady, a decision suggesting the arrangement implied greater economic resources. A court has now overturned that ruling, backing the man's right to the benefit. The case has drawn attention as it could set a precedent for others in similar shared-housing situations applying for the minimum income.

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    AWS releases open source regional availability tools for VPCs▼Deploy open source Regional availability tools in your VPC✉newsTechnologySoftware52 min ago

    Amazon Web Services has released open source tools that let customers deploy regional availability monitoring inside their own virtual private cloud. The tools help teams check which AWS services and instance types are available in specific regions without leaving their VPC. The release matters for enterprises with strict network or compliance requirements that cannot call external endpoints.

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    Russia hosts Centre-2026 war games in Chelyabinsk with foreign troops●Centre-2026 training exercise in Russia's Chelyabinsk region. Soldiers from China, Belarus, Pakistan and CSTO member sta𝕏xCN2.8K3 h ago

    Russia is holding the Centre-2026 military training exercise in the Chelyabinsk region, with soldiers from China, Belarus, Pakistan and CSTO member states taking part in modern warfare drills. More than 45 nations reportedly attended as observers, underscoring Moscow's effort to showcase military cooperation with partner countries.

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    Study links lower cognitive ability to Christian nationalist views●PsyPost: Lower cognitive ability is linked to stronger Christian nationalist views, even after accounting for educationMmastodonScience547 min ago

    A new study covered by PsyPost finds that Americans with lower scores on a vocabulary test commonly used to measure cognitive ability are more likely to endorse Christian nationalist views, a link that holds even after accounting for education level. The findings are drawing attention in discussions about the psychological roots of religious nationalism in the United States.

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    Tesla borrows $30 billion as profitability concerns grow●Tesla takes on $30B in credit as it approaches unprofitabilityYhnLifeAutos1597 min ago

    Tesla has taken on roughly $30 billion in new credit as the electric carmaker edges toward unprofitability, according to a report by Electrek. The borrowing comes amid weakening demand, falling margins and mounting pressure from competition, especially in China. Observers are debating whether the debt signals a strategic bet on future growth or a sign of deeper financial trouble for the company.

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    Election commissioners flagged officer Maneesh Garg in letter●Breaking - what exactly did ECs Joshi and Sandhu say in their letter to cabinet secretary and what happened after that?𝕏xIN3833 h ago

    Election Commissioners Gyanesh Kumar-era colleagues Joshi and Sandhu wrote to the cabinet secretary raising concerns about IAS officer Maneesh Garg, whose meetings with the election commissioners were also flagged. A Hindustan Times report details what the letter said and what followed, prompting widespread discussion about the officer's role and the commissioners' complaint.

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    Rep. Nathaniel Moran discusses AI rules, affordability and reelection●EAST TEXAS POLITICS: U.S. Rep. Nathaniel Moran talks AI guardrails, affordability and reelection bid✉newsWorldPolitics2 min ago

    U.S. Representative Nathaniel Moran, who represents East Texas, sat down for an interview covering three main topics: the need for guardrails on artificial intelligence, affordability concerns facing constituents, and his bid for reelection. The Republican congressman's remarks come as lawmakers weigh how to regulate AI while voters continue to flag cost-of-living pressures as a top issue heading into the next election cycle.

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    The Dutch government is back at the drawing table on the second day of the budget debate in parliament. Coalition parties are considering cuts to education if savings on social security yield nothing, and there is discontent on both left and right over how scrapped cuts and the capital gains tax will be offset. Opposition and coalition criticism means the budget must be redrafted.

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    Mutual aid networks highlighted in disability community discussion●RE: https:// kolektiva.social/@retareta/117 374944985817442 @mutualaidspace @ mutualaid@fedigroups.social @ disability@oMmastodonHealthMental Health1033 min ago

    A post circulating in mutual aid and disability circles is drawing attention to community-based support networks, tagging several mutual aid and disability-focused groups. People in these conversations are sharing the item to connect others with solidarity resources, reflecting ongoing interest in peer-led aid as an alternative to formal services.

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    Jordan Sandhu releases new Punjabi song Refugee▼Refugee (Official Music Video) Jordan Sandhu | Latest Punjabi Songs 2026▶youtubeCultureMusic5.5M16 min ago

    Punjabi singer Jordan Sandhu has released a new music video titled Refugee, marketed as part of the latest Punjabi songs of 2026. The track is drawing heavy attention, amassing millions of likes within a short span and ranking among the most-engaged music releases globally. Fans are sharing and reacting to the video widely.

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    Israel-bound flight diverted to Saudi Arabia after pilot incident●Israel-bound flight lands in Saudi Arabia after violent incident between pilotsYhnWorld193 min ago

    A Flydubai flight heading to Israel landed in Saudi Arabia after a violent altercation between the two pilots, according to reports picked up by CNN's live coverage. The unscheduled landing in the kingdom, which has no formal diplomatic ties with Israel in this context, has drawn wide attention given the unusual route and circumstances. Details about the pilots' condition and passengers remain limited.

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    Study links lower cognitive ability to Christian nationalist views●Lower cognitive ability is linked to stronger Christian nationalist views, even after accounting for education https://wMmastodonLifeEducation51 h ago

    A new study reports that lower cognitive ability is associated with stronger Christian nationalist views, and that this link holds even after controlling for education level. The findings, covered by PsyPost, are sparking debate online about the relationship between intelligence, religiosity and nationalist politics in the United States.

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    Cholendra's plan to topple the government: who was involved?●सत्ता ढाल्ने चोलेन्द्रको योजना ! को –को थिए,यो खेलमा ? Balen | Sudan | Chulendra | Oli Deuba | Rabi▶youtubeWarSudan129.7K1 h ago

    Nepali political commentary is focusing on an alleged scheme by Cholendra, with questions over who took part in the plot. Discussion involves prominent figures including Kathmandu mayor Balen Shah, Sudan, Oli, Deuba and Rabi. The claims have drawn heavy attention as Nepal's power struggles intensify and rival parties trade accusations over who is trying to bring down the government.

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    Athletes with developmental disabilities shine at Santa Rosa games▼'Competitive love fest': Athletes with developmental disabilities shine at Olympic-style event in Santa Rosa✉newsSportOlympics20 min ago

    Athletes with developmental disabilities competed in an Olympic-style event in Santa Rosa, California, drawing praise as a 'competitive love fest'. The games gave participants a chance to demonstrate their skills in front of a supportive crowd, with local coverage highlighting both the intensity of the competition and the warm, celebratory atmosphere surrounding the athletes.

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    PHR's Maram Haddad on Human Rights and Accountability in Syria●Human Rights and Pathways to Accountability in Syria: A Q&A with PHR’s Maram Haddad✉newsWorldHuman Rights1 h ago

    Physicians for Human Rights has published a question-and-answer interview with Maram Haddad examining human rights conditions in Syria and the possible pathways to accountability for abuses committed during and after the conflict. The discussion outlines how evidence of violations could be used in future legal proceedings, and what measures would be needed to deliver justice for victims.

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    US Senate to vote on Saudi nuclear pact after midterms▼US senators expect vote after midterms on Trump's nuclear power pact with Saudi Arabia✉newsWarNuclear1 h ago

    US senators expect a vote after the midterm elections on the Trump administration's nuclear power agreement with Saudi Arabia. The pact, which would allow American companies to participate in Saudi Arabia's nuclear energy programme, still requires congressional approval, and lawmakers say the timing will depend on the outcome of the November elections.

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    A 1997 Look at Limited Liability in Historical Perspective●Limited Liability In Historical Perspective (1997) [pdf]YhnEnvironmentClimate1441 min ago

    A 1997 law review article, 'Limited Liability in Historical Perspective,' published in the Washington and Lee Law Review, is circulating again as a PDF among readers interested in corporate law. The paper examines how limited shareholder liability developed historically and what that origin story reveals about modern corporate structures. Readers are sharing it as a considered take on a doctrine that still shapes debates about corporate risk and accountability.

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    Ravi and Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah's friendship draws attention●रवि–बालेनको दोस्ती, क्या गजब ! Balen Shah | rabi | Sudan | Oli | Deuba | Prachand | Raswapa | Dipak▶youtubeWarSudan83.1K1 h ago

    Nepali commentators are focused on the growing closeness between Rabi Lamichhane and Kathmandu Mayor Balen Shah, framing it as a notable political alliance. Discussion ties the pairing to the broader political field, with references to KP Sharma Oli, Sher Bahadur Deuba, Pushpa Kamal Dahal 'Prachanda', and the Rastriya Swatantra Party. Viewers are debating what the friendship means for Nepal's shifting political landscape.

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    Benjamin Netanyahu is claiming the capability to hack into any iPhone and plant false evidence on the device. The assertion, attributed to the Israeli prime minister, is drawing attention and skepticism online, with commenters questioning what access to Apple devices is being described and what the implications are for privacy and digital evidence.

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    Former Abe Aide Says Takaichi Has 'Zero Diplomatic Ability'▼Sanae Takaichi Condemned as Having "Zero Diplomatic Ability" by Former Abe Aide▶youtubeWorldDiplomacy104.4K1 h ago

    A former aide to the late Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has sharply criticised Sanae Takaichi, Japan's prime minister, saying she has 'zero diplomatic ability'. The remark adds to criticism of Takaichi's handling of foreign relations as she navigates tensions with neighbouring countries and allies. The comments are drawing wide attention in Japanese political circles.

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    Raj Panjabi's New Book Argues Healthcare Has Normalized The Abnormal▼Healthcare Has Normalized The Abnormal. Raj Panjabi’s New Book Explains Why.✉newsCultureBooks13 min ago

    Raj Panjabi, the physician and former White House global health official, has released a new book arguing that the healthcare system has come to accept conditions it should treat as unacceptable — from preventable deaths to deep inequities in access to care. The book examines why these failures became routine and what it would take to challenge them, and is drawing attention in health policy circles.

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    Manchester City's Abu Dhabi takeover transformed the Premier League●Manchester City's 'sliding doors' moment: How the Premier League changed after Abu Dhabi started spending✉newsSportSoccer27 min ago

    Manchester City's 2008 takeover by Abu Dhabi's Sheikh Mansour is being revisited as a 'sliding doors' moment for English football. The ownership transformed City into one of the world's richest clubs, triggering an era of state-backed investment, record spending and a competitive landscape in which City have dominated the Premier League. Commentators are weighing how dramatically the league's finances and power balance shifted from that single deal.

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    Nepali series Sita rolls out episode 157●Sita -"सीता" Episode-157| Sunisha,Bal Krishna,Sahin,Raju Bhuju,Sabita Gurung,Tara K.C,Samiya,Sushila▶youtubeCultureEntertainment3.1M1 h ago

    The Nepali drama series Sita has released its 157th episode, featuring Sunisha, Bal Krishna, Sahin, Raju Bhuju, Sabita Gurung, Tara K.C, Samiya and Sushila. The latest instalment is drawing heavy attention among viewers, racking up millions of engagements as the long-running show continues to hold a loyal audience.

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    How Cannabis Retail Is Evolving●How Cannabis Retail Is Evolving https://www.chronogram.com/resource-guide/how-cannabis-retail-is-evolving/ # Cannabis #MmastodonBusinessRetail459 min ago

    Chronogram has published a resource guide examining how cannabis retail is changing, looking at trends in how dispensaries and cannabis businesses operate. The piece serves as a reference for consumers and entrepreneurs navigating a market that continues to expand and professionalise. Coverage of cannabis retail remains a topic of interest as more regions legalise and the industry matures.

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    Moneycontrol hosts Startup Conclave 2026 on AI, profitability, valuations▼Live: Moneycontrol Startup Conclave 2026 LIVE | The Big Reset: AI Shift. Profitability. Valuation.▶youtubeBusinessStartups22.9K1 h ago

    Moneycontrol is holding its Startup Conclave 2026, streamed live, under the theme 'The Big Reset'. The event focuses on how Indian startups are navigating the shift to AI, the push toward profitability, and resetting valuations after years of easy funding. Founders, investors and policymakers are expected to debate whether the ecosystem is entering a more disciplined, sustainable phase.

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    Basque punk mix: 'No soldering', new playlist circulating●·· MIX ·· -- SOLDADUZKARIK EZ -- In this session you can listen to: betagarri, arkada social, the liabilities ad, agrotoMmastodonLifeHome & Garden36 min ago

    A new music mix titled 'Soldaduzkarik ez' — Basque for 'no soldering' — is being shared online, gathering punk and garage tracks from bands including Betagarri, Arkada Social, Rata Negra, Colera and Agrotóxico. The session spans Basque, Spanish and international underground acts, and listeners are trading it as a snapshot of the current punk scene.

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    Ukraine urges births amid demographic crisis●With more deaths than births in Ukraine, having babies becomes an act of national pride✉newsWar1 h ago

    Ukraine is facing more deaths than births, a demographic decline worsened by war, displacement and emigration. NBC News reports that having children is increasingly framed as an act of national pride, with the state and society encouraging families to have babies as a way of securing the country's future and survival.

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    The Affordability Crisis Explained●The Affordability Crisis▶youtubeBusinessEconomy356.1K1 h ago

    A new video by YouTuber Cole Hastings on the affordability crisis has drawn large audiences, ranking among the most-watched content in the economy category worldwide. The piece examines why housing, food and everyday costs have outpaced wages, a topic resonating with viewers amid ongoing inflation concerns and widespread frustration over the rising cost of living.

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    Qatar and Abu Dhabi to close out 2026 F1 season, Domenicali says●Domenicali confirms Qatar and Abu Dhabi will host final races of 2026 F1 season✉newsSportMotorsport21 min ago

    Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has confirmed that Qatar and Abu Dhabi will host the final rounds of the 2026 F1 season. The Lusail circuit in Qatar and Yas Marina in Abu Dhabi have both held the year's closing races in recent seasons, and the announcement keeps that run of Middle Eastern season finales in place for 2026. Fans and media are now looking ahead to the full 2026 calendar and where the title fight will be decided.

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    Sean Parker is restructuring Stability AI with a new focus on music, according to TechCrunch. The move signals a strategic pivot for the generative AI company, which has previously been known for image-generation models, and raises questions about how it will compete in the fast-growing AI music space.

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    Protect College Sports Act fails to shield ACC from defections●The Protect College Sports Act set out to stabilize conference membership, but the ACC is still at risk of being picked apart✉newsSportSports29 min ago

    The Protect College Sports Act was intended to stabilize conference membership in college athletics, yet the Atlantic Coast Conference remains vulnerable to being picked apart by rival leagues. Lawmakers and university leaders had pushed the measure to curb realignment churn, but commentators note it has not removed the underlying incentives for schools like ACC members to seek more lucrative conference homes.

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    India face Pakistan in Asian Games 2026 final▼India vs. Pakistan live win probability, score, chances of victory for Asian Games 2026 final✉newsSportCricket23 min ago

    India and Pakistan are meeting in the Asian Games 2026 cricket final, with live coverage tracking the score and win probability throughout the match. The heavyweight rivalry draws huge attention whenever the two sides clash, and fans are following every swing in the chase for the gold medal at the games.

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    Rabid raccoon found in Nash County prompts health warning▼Health Officials urge caution after rabid Raccoon found in Nash County✉newsHealth35 min ago

    Health officials in Nash County, North Carolina are urging residents to exercise caution after a raccoon tested positive for rabies. Authorities are advising people to avoid contact with wild animals, keep pets vaccinated, and report any suspicious animal behavior. Residents who may have come into contact with the animal are being encouraged to seek medical advice.

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    US Housing Affordability Falls to a 40-Year Low●Housing Affordability Just Got Smashed To a 40 Year Low▶youtubeBusinessReal Estate162.1K2 h ago

    Housing affordability in the United States has dropped to its lowest level in roughly four decades, as high home prices and elevated mortgage rates push ownership out of reach for many buyers. Commentators say the situation is worse than at any point since the early 1980s, fueling debate over why homes remain unaffordable despite broader economic growth, and prompting growing frustration among aspiring homeowners and renters priced out of the market.

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