AI Slowdown Debate: Why Labs Called for Brakes
AI slowdown debate: after Astra’s 3 Sept launch and Amodei’s mid-September essay, Altman and Musk backed braking—while stocks and capital plans still race ahead.
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African Union warns Houthi Red Sea push threatens African economies
African Union Commission condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and Red Sea shipping, calling Bab el-Mandeb security a core African interest.
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Italy Urges EU to Reinforce Aspides Red Sea
Italy’s defence minister urges Brussels to add EU warships to Operation Aspides as Houthis tighten pressure on Bab el-Mandeb and Italian escorts resume.
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Cuba suffers eighth nationwide blackout as grid collapses again
Cuba’s SEN collapsed on 18 September 2026 after two Matanzas 220 kV lines tripped — the eighth total blackout this year as fuel shortages strain the island.
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Philippines says China coast guard rammed BFAR vessel off Palawan
PCG says China Coast Guard ship CCG-21585 intentionally rammed BFAR vessel BRP Datu Magat Salamat off Palawan on 18 Sep 2026; damage reported, no injuries.
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Bolivia’s Congress clears $1.9bn IMF deal as unions warn of unrest
Bolivia’s Congress approves a $1.9bn IMF programme under President Rodrigo Paz, still needing Fund board clearance, while unions warn austerity could spark unrest.
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US-Denmark Strike Greenland Security Deal After Trump Threats
Washington and Copenhagen announced an Arctic security pact after months of Trump threats to seize Greenland, with signing expected at the UN General Assembly.
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Riyadh Air Alerts Lifted After Houthi Escalation Scare
Saudi Civil Defence issued then lifted air-raid alerts for Riyadh after explosions were reported — the first capital alerts since Houthis escalated attacks and declared a maritime embargo.
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India’s first dengue vaccine QDENGA set for private rollout in H1 2027
Takeda’s QDENGA, India’s first approved dengue vaccine, hits private clinics in H1 2027 via Dr Reddy’s exclusive deal after July 2026 CDSCO clearance.
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Trump Signs Russia Sanctions; India Faces 100% Tariff Risk
US President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping Russia sanctions law that could hit India and China with tariffs of up to 100% on goods, tied to Russian oil imports. What the bill does and why New Delhi is watching.
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