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- Poll shows most Americans favour slowing, not halting, AI development
- Putin faces ridicule for technology skills while voting in State Duma elections
- Police transfer migrants from Ceuta beaches to temporary port camp
- Russia designates Cannes-winning director Andrey Zvyagintsev as foreign agent
- Nova Scotia to install signs for 52 historic African Nova Scotian communities
- Tanker hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz; two attacks reported
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- British couple forced to flee to sea as wildfires threaten Croatian resort
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Vladimir Putin has been ridiculed for his online voting skills during Russia’s State Duma elections, with social media users commenting on his struggle with technology.
Russian film director Andrey Zvyagintsev has been designated a ‘foreign agent’ by the Kremlin following his criticism of the war in Ukraine. The Ministry of Justice accused him of spreading false information and noted his interactions with foreign entities while residing outside Russia.
A British couple had to evacuate to the sea as wildfires surrounded their hotel in Croatia, prompting an emergency evacuation involving local boat owners.
Italian students apologise to Thailand after a confrontation on a Bangkok train escalated, leading to official reprimands and fines for inappropriate behaviour.
Nearly 600 former Israeli military and intelligence officials have urged US President Donald Trump to press Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address escalating violence from settlers in the occupied West Bank. They warn this situation endangers Israel’s future and poses risks to US regional interests.
Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haitians in the United States officially expired on Monday, ending their legal ability to live and work in the country. This marks a significant shift for many Haitians who relied on the programme for stability in the U.S.
Royal Grenada Police seek public assistance to locate 44-year-old Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, missing since July 22, last seen at Grand Anse Beach.
A large wildfire in south-west France is now approximately nine miles from Bordeaux, prompting an emergency cabinet meeting as officials warn of critical conditions.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced that AI has now reached the “singularity”, a point where it may surpass human intelligence and become increasingly challenging to control. His remarks have elicited mixed responses, with some experts raising concerns about potential risks and advocating for measures to manage advanced AI development.
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