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The 2026 governor elections could affect rules for data centers and potentially disrupt projects tied to approximately $2.5 trillion in planned AI infrastructure investment. The outcome could also affect the AI trade, which is helping drive the stock market and the U.S. economy.
axios.com (English) ↗＋ SaveIranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said talks with Qatari mediators were under way on a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days if the United States meets Tehran’s conditions. Iran also described a message from Vice President JD Vance as a positive shift in Washington’s tone.
aljazeera.com (English) ↗＋ SaveAs many as 40 percent of injured soldiers in Ukraine face severe infections that can lead to amputations and death. One medical initiative is attempting to improve how those infections are treated.
nytimes.com (English · subscription) ↗＋ SaveThe FBI says North Korean hackers have stolen billions through repeated cybercrime operations. A $6.3 billion hack of Binance this week was described as the largest attack to hit the cryptocurrency sector and among the biggest amounts North Korean hackers have stolen.
nytimes.com (English · subscription) ↗＋ SaveWith the U.S. midterm elections approaching, Donald Trump has held dozens of rallies as he seeks to help Republicans retain control of Congress. The article examines whether his involvement could instead contribute to substantial Democratic gains.
theguardian.com (English) ↗＋ SaveThe Golden State Valkyries defeated the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in the WNBA’s first winner-take-all Game 7. Gabby Williams scored 30 points as the second-year franchise won its first championship.
theguardian.com (English) ↗＋ SaveAs Kimi Antonelli bids to become Formula 1’s youngest world champion, veteran Lewis Hamilton turned back the clock to take his first pole position for Ferrari.
bbc.co.uk (English) ↗＋ SaveA distinctive Halloween event is gaining attention in Japan as adults dress up as ordinary people and recreate highly specific everyday situations. The event was hosted by the online magazine Daily Portal Z in Tokyo’s Shibuya district.
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