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Australia has proposed a Digital Duty of Care that will force social platforms to offer users aged 16 and over a choice between algorithmic recommendation feeds or a feed limited to accounts they follow. The draft bill will require platforms to notify users, target addictive design features for under‑18s and allow fines up to A$109.2m for non‑compliance.
Tesla’s next-generation Roadster, teased with a “Go for launch” graphic, is set to be unveiled on October 1. The campaign hints at SpaceX thrusters, a long-anticipated halo vehicle, and a potential Tesla-SpaceX merger context amid fluctuating post-IPO investor sentiment for SpaceX and Tesla.
The Scottish government has announced a pilot to GPS-track individuals on bail, including domestic-abuse suspects, with a rollout aimed for 2027 in Tayside, Fife and Central regions. Survivors call for broader reforms and safeguards, while lawmakers debate the balance between protection and justice.
Isar Aerospace has achieved orbit with its Spectrum rocket on a second attempt, establishing Europe’s first fully commercial orbital launch vehicle. The milestone underlines Europe’s push for sovereign access to space and signals growth in the continent’s launch industry as demand increases.
California has signed a package of 13 laws aimed at protecting minors online and regulating AI-enabled toys and tools. The measures penalize platforms for harmful content, ban addictive features for users under 16, require risk assessments for AI chatbots, and require parental controls. The bills are highlighted as the nation’s broadest set of youth-tech safeguards to date.
Alex Saab has entered a plea in a US court, agreeing to forfeit $195 million and to cooperate with investigations into corruption schemes linked to Venezuela's government. He faces up to 20 years in prison on money-laundering charges; prosecutors expect cooperation against unnamed co-defendants and possibly against Maduro allies.
Reform UK has received two large donations totaling £72m from Ben Delo and Christopher Harborne. The party is expanding its organizing drive, policy prep, and advertising capability while facing investigations into foreign donations and questions about donor influence.
Berkshire Hathaway has expanded its Alphabet stake and outlines how it plans to use energy assets to support hyperscale computing, while facing renewed community resistance to data-centre projects. Abel says Berkshire will sell energy to AI customers only if it wouldn’t raise costs for other customers, and Buffett’s Alphabet investment continues to loom large as AI reshapes the portfolio.
Tributes have poured in following Dolly Parton’s death at 80, with fans and peers sharing memories and AI-generated tributes raising ethical questions. Parton’s family highlights the need for compassion and respect amid a flood of content, while friends and industry figures reflect on her business legacy and philanthropy.
The Grand Tour has a new trio of hosts: Francis Bourgeois, Thomas Holland and James Engelsman have stepped into Clarkson, Hammond and May’s roles. The team has worked to win over fans, with Clarkson making a cameo and the newcomers stressing the show’s car-enthusiast core as they premiere on Prime Video.
Three hikers stranded on Mount Shasta after relying on AI for planning have been rescued. Officials say the incident underscores risks of overreliance on Gemini and other AI tools, and emphasize planning with local guidance and weather data.
The IPPR study has found that 11- to 24-year-olds in England are increasingly lonely, with one in 20 reporting no close friends. Doomscrolling, housing costs, debt, and austerity contribute to a widening social break, while experts warn that weak social ties hinder development and well-being.
The New York Times Cooking section has curated a list of 100 dinners that take under an hour to prepare. The guide emphasizes efficient recipes ideal for busy families and includes options suitable for kids and various diets.
The Emmy Awards are underway. The Pitt leads drama nominations, Hacks headlines the comedy field with a record number of nods, while Widow’s Bay could spoil Hacks’ send-off. Mariska Hargitay hosts as Apple TV+, HBO Max, and NBC vie for trophies across categories.
The AfD has finished first in Saxony-Anhalt with about 43–44% of the vote, short of an absolute majority. CDU falls sharply, while BSW hints at possible cooperation. The result challenges Germany’s firewall against governing with the far right and raises questions about future coalition dynamics.
Republican delegates convene in Dallas for two days of speeches, fundraising and Trumpappearances while NFL kickoffs and game broadcasts proceed, underscoring the clash between politics and American sports as networks plan coverage.
More than 70,000 migrants have entered Ceuta from Morocco in a July surge that left scores dead. Spain’s government has said there is no solid proof Morocco orchestrated the crossing, while Rabat condemns being scapegoated. The EU is providing emergency aid to bolster border security amid continuing tensions.
Finland is expanding its AI data-center infrastructure with Google investments and nuclear-backed power. The plan includes new data centers in Kajaani, Muhos and Vaala, expansion of Hamina, and a 22-year deal to buy up to half of output from the Loviisa nuclear plant, supporting low-carbon computing through 2050.
The use of AI-powered license plate readers is expanding across states and towns, including on school buses, prompting debates about safety, privacy, and oversight as authorities experience both incidents and concerns.
Jimmy Kimmel has said he will not air his interview with Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico on ABC and has posted it to YouTube instead, saying the FCC under President Donald Trump has threatened his show and ABC affiliates. ABC and parent Disney have sued the FCC over early licence reviews and equal-time guidance.
A US magistrate has denied Andrew and Tristan Tate’s motion for release, saying their wealth and frequent travel make them "quintessential flight risks." The brothers have been held in Miami since July 18 while UK extradition and Romanian proceedings continue; the UK has until 16 September to submit its full extradition request.
Starbucks’ Peanuts collaboration has released 10 collectible items, including a $39.95 Snoopy cup. The limited run sparked rapid resale on StockX and reports of long lines and stockouts as fans and collectors chases the items across stores.