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    Sweden's new air doctrine allows strikes deep into Russia●Sweden is no longer planning to just defend itself: if Moscow attacks, its air force will strike deep inside Russia. Tha𝕏xRU7.4Kjust now

    Sweden's new Air Force doctrine states that in the event of a Russian attack, Swedish aircraft would carry out strikes deep inside Russian territory, marking a shift from a purely defensive posture. The change reflects Sweden's integration into NATO and a broader rethinking of how member states would respond to aggression.

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    Chicago Public Schools cancels football games as referees strike●CPS cancels multiple football games after referees strike over nonpayment✉newsBusinessLabor13 min ago

    Chicago Public Schools has cancelled multiple high school football games after referees went on strike over unpaid wages. The officials refused to work while nonpayment issues remain unresolved, forcing the district to pull scheduled matches. The dispute highlights a broader pay problem affecting game officials in the district's athletics programme.

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    Galaxy Corporation puts humanoid robots on show at Rockefeller Center●Galaxy Corporation brings humanoid robots to Rockefeller Center✉newsTechnologyRobotics5 min ago

    Galaxy Corporation is presenting humanoid robots at Rockefeller Center in New York, according to a report from AM New York. The company, which has robotics among its ventures, is showcasing the machines at one of Manhattan's most visited landmarks, drawing attention from passersby and fueling wider discussion about humanoid robots entering public, everyday spaces.

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    Nonprofit sues OpenAI over Hugging Face hack, rejects AI excuse●"An AI did it" is no defense, says nonprofit suing OpenAI over Hugging Face hack… # technology # thegeektribune https://MmastodonTechnology112 min ago

    A nonprofit organization is suing OpenAI, arguing that 'an AI did it' is not a valid legal defense after a hack involving Hugging Face. The lawsuit demands the company halt what it calls unsafe development practices that allegedly caused the security breach, arguing OpenAI remains responsible for the actions of its systems.

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    New Report Names Florida Emerging Defense-Led Quantum Leader●New Report Positions Florida as an Emerging Leader in Defense-Led Quantum Technology✉newsTechnology12 min ago

    A new report positions Florida as an emerging leader in defense-led quantum technology, highlighting the state's growing role in a sector driven largely by national security demand. The findings point to Florida's defense industry presence as a foundation for quantum research, investment and workforce development, placing the state alongside more established quantum hubs in the United States.

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    Fed watchdog finds renovation failures, no criminal referral●Fed watchdog finds renovation failures, but no grounds for criminal referral✉newsBusinessBanking14 min ago

    The Federal Reserve's internal watchdog has concluded its review of the central bank's headquarters renovation, finding failures in how the project was handled but determining there are no grounds for a criminal referral. The findings stop short of wrongdoing that would warrant prosecution, leaving the matter as an administrative critique of oversight and management of the costly, politically scrutinised building project.

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    OpenAI asks court to strike Apple's new evidence in trade secrets case●OpenAI accuses Apple of improperly adding new evidence to trade secrets case OpenAI and the other defendants in Apple’sMmastodonBusinessStartups218 min ago

    OpenAI and its co-defendants have filed a motion asking a court to strike two expert declarations and disregard other recently submitted materials in Apple's trade secret misappropriation lawsuit, arguing the evidence was added improperly. The filing escalates the procedural fight over what Apple may rely on as the case moves forward.

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    Texmaco defence arm buys autonomous-tech startup for $8,300●Texmaco's defence arm buys autonomous-tech startup for $8,300✉newsBusinessStartups18 min ago

    The defence division of Indian rail and engineering group Texmaco has acquired an autonomous-technology startup for just $8,300, according to deal data. The unusually small purchase price makes the transaction more of a token acquisition than a major takeover, and there has been no detailed public comment from either company on the strategy behind the deal.

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    Houston official defends $127,000 salary for 15-hour workweeks●Whitmire’s financial integrity director admits to 15-hour workweeks for $127,000 salary, defends his work✉newsBusinessFinance21 min ago

    Houston Mayor John Whitmire's financial integrity director has admitted working roughly 15 hours a week while earning a $127,000 city salary, but defended the value of his work. The admission has drawn attention to pay and accountability in city government, with critics questioning whether the position justifies the cost to taxpayers.

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    Fed's Preferred Inflation Gauge Shows Continued Price Pressures●Fed's Preferred Inflation Gauge Points to Continued Price Pressures https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/30/business/pce-inflMmastodonBusinessEconomy220 min ago

    The Federal Reserve's preferred inflation measure, the PCE price index, indicates that price pressures in the US economy are persisting, according to a New York Times report. The reading suggests inflation remains above comfortable levels, keeping questions alive about when or whether the central bank can ease interest rates further. Economists and markets are watching closely for what it means for monetary policy.

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    Rutte dismisses Russian nuclear threat, vows to defend NATO territory●'We will defend every inch of NATO territory’: Rutte dismisses Russia’s nuclear threat✉newsWarNuclear24 min ago

    NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said the alliance will 'defend every inch of NATO territory' while dismissing a nuclear threat from Russia. His statement frames Moscow's rhetoric as bluster and reaffirms the alliance's collective defense commitment. The remarks underline ongoing tensions between NATO and Russia as the war in Ukraine continues.

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    NATO chief Rutte: alliance defensive, Russia should end nuclear threats●NATO alliance is defensive, Russia should stop nuclear threat, Rutte says✉newsWarNuclear24 min ago

    NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said the alliance is a defensive organisation and called on Russia to stop its nuclear threats. His comments, reported by Reuters, come amid ongoing tensions over the war in Ukraine and repeated Russian references to nuclear weapons. Rutte stressed that NATO poses no offensive threat to Moscow, pushing back on Russian framing of the alliance as an aggressor.

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    Israel's defense minister calls Flydubai incident attempted terror attack●Israel's defense minister claims Flydubai was 'attempted terror attack'✉newsWarTerrorism25 min ago

    Israel's defense minister has characterized an incident involving Dubai-based airline Flydubai as an 'attempted terror attack,' according to Anadolu Agency. Details about the nature of the incident, the flight involved, and any casualties or arrests have not been confirmed, and Flydubai's response to the accusation was not immediately available.

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    LA Councilwoman Nithya Raman defends Hasan Piker appearance amid Gaza debate●Nithya Raman talks Gaza, defends her Hasan Piker appearance in LA forum✉newsWarMiddle East27 min ago

    Los Angeles City Council member Nithya Raman addressed the Gaza conflict at a public forum and defended her decision to appear alongside political commentator Hasan Piker. The appearance has drawn scrutiny, with critics questioning her association with the streamer and her positions on the Israel-Gaza war, while supporters back her stance.

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    Ukraine's Ex-Defense Minister Backs 'Manhattan Project' for Killer Robots●Ukraine’s former defense minister launches ‘Manhattan Project’ for killer robots✉newsWorldDefense28 min ago

    Ukraine's former defense minister has launched an initiative likened to a 'Manhattan Project' aimed at developing autonomous lethal drones and robotic weapons. The effort reflects Kyiv's wartime push to accelerate AI-driven military technology, and is drawing attention over both its ambitions for the battlefield and the ethical questions surrounding fully autonomous killing systems.