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America's Driver's License Breach Is a National Security Disaster

A dark web service called Nexus has been selling access to approximately 153 million U.S.

Iran war has led to US munitions shortfalls, Pentagon inspector confirms

The inspector also found a bottleneck in resupply, despite President Donald Trump's claims that US supplies are…

Show HN: The bottom 50% of U.S. households are short after essentials (BLS data)

Based on BLS Consumer Expenditure Survey data from 2000-2024, the bottom 50% of U.S.

Democrats 'Move the Goalposts' on Clarity Act Hours Before Key Senate Vote

Democrats are pushing for further concessions as Republicans insist their latest text is their final offer ahead of…

British woman abducted in Malawi, police say

The mother of two young children was kidnapped in the middle of the day in the main city, Blantyre.

Israeli Minister Threatens Filmmakers' Citizenship over Gaza Documentary

What weapon could the US have put into space?

The announcement by the US points to a developing field of modern warfare in the Earth's orbit.

India ends free ride for larger transactions on its ubiquitous digital payments network

India will impose a 0.4% merchant fee on certain payments made through UPI starting October 15.

Satellite image reveals major damage that shut crucial oil pipeline

Experts tell BBC Verify the pipeline's closure could cut oil supplies by as much as 3.6 million barrels per day.

Global bond yields hit 2008 highs, raising stakes for big borrowers

Trump EPA moves to wipe out climate rules for power plants

EPA says power plant emissions have no material impact on climate change.

More than 100,000 people in Japan are now aged 100 or older

Figures show 88% of the centenarians are women as the population continues to age and shrink.

Canada is a 'safe harbour' for global finance, Carney says

The prime minister is hosting a major global investment summit, with the goal of attracting investment amid a trade war…

Australia 'on the same page' as Canada as it seeks deeper EU alliance

Two sailors missing after tanker attacked in Strait of Hormuz, Oman says

Iran says El Gaia caught fire after hitting mines, but the US says the oil tanker was struck by a missile and then a…

Colombian ex-foreign minister charged over nanny's lie detector test

Laura Sarabia is accused of ordering police to interrogate her nanny after cash allegedly went missing from her flat.

UPI Fee Uncertainty: Who Pays If Charges Above ₹2,000 Are Introduced?

India’s move to allow possible fees on UPI payments above ₹2,000 has raised questions about the future of free digital…

Robert Kiyosaki Warns Global Market Crash Has Started Amid Rising Risks

The renowned investor Robert Kiyosaki is back again with his predictions about the market crash.

25 Years of Mass Surveillance Is Enough [Auth: Cindy Cohn; Bruce Schneier]

Twenty-five years after 9/11, mass surveillance programs initially justified as counterterrorism measures have expanded…

Goldman, JPMorgan, BofA, Morgan Stanley and More Expect a Fed Hike Tomorrow

More than a dozen banks are expecting the Federal Reserve to raise rates by 25 basis points on Sept. 16.

Suspected sabotage causes major Netherlands rail disruption

Parts of the Netherlands, including Amsterdam, experienced major rail disruption on Tuesday after suspected sabotage…

Denmark says Russian warship fired flares at military helicopter

The Danish prime minister has accused Russia of "reckless" behaviour, while the Kremlin is yet to comment.

Gold and Silver Crashed to 5-Week Lows, Wiping Out $650B in Hours

Gold and Silver, the two top precious metals, saw their prices crash to new five-week lows in the early hours of Monday.

Clarity Act Hits Another Wall as Senate Split Deepens on Ethics Rules

The Clarity Act is facing another standoff in the Senate, even after Republicans say they’ve offered major concessions…

Suspected sabotage causes major Netherlands rail disruption

Trains were cancelled or delayed on Tuesday after objects were found on tracks at multiple locations.

I can't stop thinking about Papua New Guinea

Papua New Guinea is notable for its extraordinary linguistic diversity (nearly 1,000 languages), genetic uniqueness, and…

CLARITY Act odds fall to 16% as key Democrats resist GOP’s ‘final’ offer

Banking groups also said the GOP’s final text leaves stablecoin reward loopholes, while tribal gaming interests warn…

Trump Says Iran Wants a Deal: What Could It Mean for Oil, Markets and Bitcoin?

President Donald Trump says Iran wants an agreement with Washington, but no new U.S.-Iran deal has been announced.

Less Than 10 Billionaires Have Actually Kept Their Promise to Give Away Their Fortune

Fewer than 10 of the 256 billionaires who signed the Giving Pledge have actually followed through on giving away their…