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Israeli strikes killed at least two people in Gaza, according to Palestinian officials. The deaths come amid continued Israeli military operations in the territory, with local authorities reporting casualties as the conflict persists. Further details about the circumstances of the strikes and the identities of those killed were not immediately available.

A Reuters witness reports hearing explosions in the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv. The cause and extent of any damage or casualties were not immediately clear. Kyiv has been repeatedly targeted by strikes since Russia launched its full-scale invasion, and air raid alerts often precede attacks on the city. Residents and officials were awaiting confirmation from local authorities.

People living along Poland's border with Ukraine are preparing for a possible Russian hybrid attack, according to reporting by the Los Angeles Times and AP News. The warnings have put local communities on alert as tensions over Russian activity near NATO's eastern flank continue. Details on the specific nature of the anticipated attack were not provided in the available reports.

A 60 Minutes report examines how the race to build artificial intelligence is driving a rapid expansion of data centers across the United States, and the growing resistance from communities where the facilities are being built. Residents have raised concerns over energy demands, water use, noise and strain on local power grids, turning data center approvals into a contested political issue in towns across the country.

The U.S. Embassy has issued a security alert warning American citizens in the United Kingdom amid reports of a suspected terror plot. The advisory, reported by Time Magazine, urges Americans to stay alert and follow guidance from local authorities. Details about the suspected plot and any specific threat locations have not been released.

Tornado warnings have been issued for several central North Carolina counties, with a broader tornado watch continuing across the region. Forecasters urge residents to seek shelter and stay alert as storms capable of producing tornadoes move through the area. Local outlets are tracking the warnings closely, and residents are sharing updates as conditions develop.

A farmer reportedly raised the alarm that led police to thwart a suspected terrorist plot targeting RAF Fairford, the US Air Force base in Gloucestershire, England. Authorities say the tip-off prompted an investigation and arrests. The case is drawing attention to vigilance around the strategic airbase and the role of local residents in reporting suspicious activity.

A powerful Nor'easter is forecast to hit the US East Coast over the weekend, with more than 60 million people facing severe weather conditions. Forecasters warn of potential heavy rain, strong winds and coastal flooding. Residents along the eastern seaboard are being urged to prepare as officials monitor the storm's path and local authorities brace for disruptions.

American doctors are working inside Gaza, providing medical care amid the territory's ongoing humanitarian and health crisis. Reports highlight the role of US medical volunteers treating wounded patients in hospitals that are short on supplies and staff. The presence of American physicians has drawn attention to the scale of medical need in the enclave and the conditions under which local and foreign health workers operate.

Several Florida counties have declared a state of emergency following an outbreak of dengue fever, a mosquito-borne illness. The declarations allow local authorities to intensify mosquito control measures and respond to the spread of infections. The outbreak has drawn attention to rising dengue cases in parts of the United States as conditions become more favourable to the mosquitoes that carry the virus.

The BBC is reviewing 53 Gaza-based journalists it has worked with after concerns they may have links to terrorist organisations. The review follows scrutiny of the vetting process for freelance contributors reporting from the territory, where the broadcaster relies heavily on local staff. The move has reignited debate over media reliability and press freedom in the region.

Attention in Singapore is on the weather forecast as the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix weekend gets underway. The weather matters for the night street race and for the large crowds expected around the circuit, and local interest in the forecast is high. Alongside this, CNA is highlighting ways to enjoy the race weekend without tickets, pointing to the broader public buzz around the event.

Religious leaders from Sudan's Nuba Mountains, both Christian and Muslim, have jointly issued a call for an end to the war ravaging the country. The united appeal across faith lines highlights local efforts to push for peace as fighting between Sudan's army and the Rapid Support Forces continues to displace millions and deepen a humanitarian crisis.

The Singapore Grand Prix is drawing attention after Max Verstappen secured pole position for the sprint race, with the starting grid now confirmed. Brazilian fans are also watching Gabriel Bortoleto, who lines up 14th for the short-format race. The street circuit event is a key weekend in the Formula 1 calendar as the season heads into its final stretch.

Consumer Reports is raising questions about whether smart home devices are spying on their owners, with the segment picked up by local stations including WSLS and WISN. The feature looks at the data connected gadgets may collect from people's homes and what consumers should know about privacy risks as smart speakers, cameras and other devices become more common in households.

Ollaya is a project being discussed on Hacker News, described as 'Ollama for open-source, Jev-style decision models'. The framing suggests a tool that makes decision-making models as easy to run locally as Ollama made large language models, though the single post title gives little detail. With 537 likes and a high rank, commenters appear interested in the analogy to Ollama, but the posts collected do not explain what the tool actually does or why it is generating attention.

A yellow weather alert has been issued for thunderstorms across parts of Campania, including the Naples area, starting from Sunday afternoon. Local outlets including ANSA and la Repubblica are reporting the warning, with regional forecasts and video bulletins tracking the arrival of storms. Residents are being advised to follow updated forecasts as conditions develop.

Wet weather is moving across Ohio this weekend as the remnants of Tropical Storm Isaias filter into the state, bringing rain to Columbus and surrounding areas, including Cleveland. Forecasters with WSYX are tracking the system's impact on Saturday conditions. Residents are checking forecasts to plan outdoor activities and travel around the storm's leftover rainfall.

Rosario Central hosted Independiente Rivadavia at the Gigante de Arroyito in an Argentine league match described as carrying high stakes for both sides. Fans and local press followed the clash closely, with coverage highlighting how much was on the line for the Rosario club in front of its home supporters.

Gold-rich Nicaragua has awarded Chinese mining companies concessions covering roughly a tenth of the country's territory, according to a Financial Times report. The deals highlight the Ortega government's deepening embrace of Beijing, raising concerns among critics about sovereignty, environmental damage and how little local communities stand to gain from the country's mineral wealth.

A new open-source project, Strata, claims to run the Qwen 3.8 Flash Next model (125B parameters) on consumer hardware like Nvidia's RTX 4090, reportedly reaching 100 tokens per second. The claim, shared on Hacker News, is drawing attention because it would bring large-model performance within reach of gaming PCs, but the speed figures have not been independently verified.

La Dépêche, the French regional newspaper based in Toulouse, is drawing attention in France. Its coverage spans a fatal collision between a car and a heavy goods vehicle in the Hautes-Pyrénées that killed a 24-year-old man, a young man saved by a police officer after jumping from a bridge in Albi, and a Lyon supporter caught tagging a cemetery wall who says he is ready to pay for restoration. Readers are reacting to the mix of local drama and human-interest stories.

Attention is turning to how the large rise in immigration during Joe Biden's presidency shaped the US economy. Commentators are weighing its effects on labour supply, growth, wages and public finances, with debate over whether the influx boosted output or strained services and local resources.

The US Supreme Court is set to take up a lawsuit brought by Boulder, Colorado, seeking to hold energy companies liable for damages tied to wildfire risks linked to climate change. The case could determine whether local governments can pursue such claims in state courts, with broad implications for similar climate lawsuits nationwide.