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On September 23, 2025, the US Secret Service uncovered and dismantled a large network of over 300 SIM servers and 100,000 active SIM cards within 35 miles of the United Nations in New York. The network, likely operated by nation-state actors, had the capacity to disrupt cellular networks, send encrypted messages to criminal groups, and potentially cripple emergency communications during the UN General Assembly.
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The US has acknowledged covert actions against Venezuela, including military strikes targeting alleged drug boats. President Trump cited drug trafficking and prison releases as reasons. Critics question the legality and transparency of these operations amid rising tensions and warnings of potential conflict.
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Since September, the US has conducted at least five missile strikes on alleged drug-smuggling boats near Venezuela, killing 27 people. President Trump confirmed the CIA's covert and lethal operations in Venezuela, citing drug trafficking and prison releases as reasons. The moves have increased regional tensions and raised legal questions.
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This week features the release of Babak Anvari's thriller "Hallow Road," debuting Friday, alongside the final episodes of "Only Murders in the Building" season five, streaming simultaneously in the UK and US. Notable film releases include "The Mastermind" starring Josh O’Connor, Kathryn Bigelow’s 1995 cult film "Strange Days," and Ben Stiller’s documentary tribute "Stiller & Meara" on Apple TV+. Streaming debuts also include Eva Victor’s "Sorry, Baby" on HBO Max and "Ballad of a Small Player" on Netflix.