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Sudan's civil war has left the country with two rival power structures and no internationally recognised government. The army-backed administration controls much of the formal state apparatus, while the Rapid Support Forces exercises authority over territory it holds. Washington says neither represents legitimate constitutional governance, raising questions about who can speak for Sudan diplomatically.

A US jury has ruled that Apple owes a record $5.7 billion in damages in a patent case over haptic technology, the tactile feedback used in devices like iPhones. The verdict ranks among the largest patent damages awards against a major technology company, and attention is focused on Apple's likely appeal and the broader implications for patent litigation in the tech sector.

A judge has ordered the Canadian government to release classified records on Nazi war criminals who settled in Canada after the Second World War. The ruling opens long-sealed files to public scrutiny, renewing debate over how Canada handled postwar immigration screening and whether known Nazi collaborators were admitted and protected for decades.

The Cleveland Browns have opened the NFL season with a 2-1 record, sparking discussion about their quarterback situation. Reports and rumors continue to swirl around Deshaun Watson and Shedeur Sanders, with fans and analysts debating who should lead the team going forward despite the winning start.

Indian Captain Smit Machchhar is recovering from stab wounds that officials say he suffered when his co-pilot attacked him aboard an Israel-bound FlyDubai flight departing from the UAE. The assault has raised questions about cockpit safety and crew vetting, with authorities investigating the attacker's motives and the circumstances surrounding the mid-flight incident.

A new report claims Apple's upcoming smart home camera will not record video, a notable limitation for a device in the home security category, where continuous recording is a core selling point for rivals like Google Nest and Amazon Ring. The report has prompted discussion about how Apple would position such a product and what privacy or design choices might explain the omission.

Breadcrumb, a new tool from Innerloop, launched on Hacker News. It continuously records activity on a Mac and works as a context manager for AI assistants, letting them draw on what the user has done on screen. Early commenters are weighing in on the privacy implications and usefulness of total screen recording.

A developer has released Parrot, an open-source smart meeting recorder for Mac that includes an AI co-pilot to assist during meetings. The tool was shared with the Hacker News community, where it drew modest early engagement. As an open-source alternative in the growing AI meeting-assistant market, it invites discussion about privacy, local processing, and how such tools compare with commercial options like Otter or Zoom's built-in features.

Kristi Noem, former Homeland Security Secretary and former South Dakota governor, has filed for divorce from her husband Bryon Noem after more than three decades of marriage, citing irreconcilable differences. The filing of a high-profile political figure is drawing wide attention and discussion across social media, with reaction mixing curiosity about the reasons and commentary on the couple's long public partnership.

A new study in PNAS fed more than three decades of black-browed albatross records into an evolutionary model, allowing traits such as wing length, breeding timing and behavior to adapt as the climate warms. The results show evolutionary rescue can extend the species' survival under mild warming, but that strong warming overwhelms the birds' capacity to adapt, raising concerns for long-lived seabirds.

An NHS trust has suspended 10 staff members amid concerns relating to the medical records of Noah Woods, Sky News reports. The suspensions are understood to be connected to how the child's records were accessed or handled, though details have not been confirmed. The case has drawn wide attention, with many questioning how patient data is protected within the health service.

Jared Kushner has put forward a recovery plan for Gaza valued at $2.45 billion, according to The Economist. The proposal comes as international attention focuses on how the devastated territory might be rebuilt and who would fund and oversee reconstruction. Details of the plan, its backers and its political reception remain limited in the reporting so far.

A new Gallup poll finds that just 31% of respondents say a college education is 'very important', the lowest figure on record. The declining confidence in higher education reflects growing doubts about cost, value for money, and whether degrees lead to good jobs. The finding is drawing attention as universities face falling enrollment and intensifying political scrutiny over tuition prices and student debt.

California has declared a state of emergency as the strongest El Niño on record drives severe storms, with scientists warning the phenomenon is already disrupting weather patterns worldwide. Analysts say the event could bring flooding to the state while altering rainfall and temperature patterns across the globe, prompting concern among climate researchers and emergency officials.

The United Nations Development Programme is calling for greater private sector engagement to restore Sudan's food production and support economic recovery. The appeal highlights how conflict and economic collapse have disrupted agriculture, leaving the country reliant on aid. Reviving farming and supply chains through business investment is presented as a path toward food security and rebuilding Sudan's economy.

NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter has captured a HiRISE image showing dark sand dunes sweeping across the floor of Schaeberle Crater. The Seti Institute highlighted the picture, noting the crater spans nearly 159 kilometers in Mars' southern hemisphere and that its floor preserves evidence of very different past environmental conditions on the red planet.

Jose Altuve hit his 28th career postseason home run, moving him within one of the all-time playoff record. The Houston Astros second baseman continued adding to his reputation as one of the most productive hitters in postseason history, and fans and analysts are watching to see when he will tie and potentially break the mark during this year's playoffs.

A new piece by Arjun Sharda argues that Texas officials recognize students are essential to identifying danger in schools, but have been slower to include young people in decisions about how schools prevent and respond to threats. The essay calls for students to have a role alongside adults in shaping school safety policy. The argument is drawing attention in education discussions about student participation in safety planning.