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Gaza's media office says 262 Palestinian journalists have been killed by Israel since the Gaza war began in October 2023, according to a report carried by Anadolu Agency. The figure underscores the toll on media workers covering the conflict, and press freedom groups have repeatedly raised concerns about reporter safety in the territory.

An opinion piece highlights how US election workers are preparing for the midterm elections while also contending with the possibility of confronting armed agents at polling places or election offices. The piece reflects growing anxiety among election officials about intimidation and safety threats as they carry out their duties. It argues that the arrival of armed federal or other agents around election operations could further strain a workforce already under pressure, raising concerns about the conduct and security of the midterms.

Unarmed civilian response teams are being deployed to handle certain 911 calls in nearly 100 US cities, replacing police officers for situations like mental health crises and welfare checks. NPR reports that these alternative responder programs are reshaping how public safety is delivered, with cities increasingly sending medics, counselors, or outreach workers instead of armed officers.

Companies are stepping up calls for employees to return to the office, even as many workers and firms settle into hybrid arrangements that split time between home and workplace. The shift has revived debate over productivity, company culture and flexibility, with some organisations enforcing office attendance while others maintain looser hybrid policies. Asahi Shimbun reports the trend is playing out unevenly across industries.

Microsoft has moved GitHub's coding engine into the office application that workers already use daily, tying its developer tools directly into mainstream productivity software. The move signals Microsoft's push to bring automated coding assistance beyond developers to everyday business users, reinforcing its position in workplace AI tools.

Some members of Gen Z are deliberately relearning touch typing, a skill skipped by many who grew up on phones and tablets. They say faster, more accurate typing helps them write better prompts for AI chatbots and gives them an edge in office jobs where quick keyboard work still matters. The trend highlights a gap between mobile-first digital natives and the keyboard-heavy demands of professional work.