Several dead or injured in major fire at Canada military base
Officials have not given a cause or death toll, citing the “very active and delicate” situation at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright.
A wave of homemade, synthetic drugs sweeps US and deepens crisis
BBC News hears from users, dealers, prison and recovery workers as the country battles with a deadly new drug epidemic.
Three takeaways from Elon Musk’s latest political donations
New filings show the world’s richest person spent this summer again trying to help Republicans win office, with most of his focus on one candidate.
Matt: Anthropic Employment
How employment is changing at Anthropic is a fascinating read.
Trump waives several Russia sanctions as row with Zelensky intensifies
The US president temporarily ends many restrictions on Moscow recently passed by Congress over “national security” concerns.
Actress Selma Blair says she ‘did not intend to harm anyone’ in plane altercation
A publicist for the actress said the incident stemmed from a “medical emergency” and said she has a neurological disorder that can cause out-of-control responses.
Evacuation orders as fast-moving California wildfire burns homes
Fanned by the fierce Santa Ana winds, the Norte Fire is one of 13 burning across the state.
What we learned from heated US midterm Senate debates
As the 3 November election approaches and both parties fight for control of Congress, some clear themes have emerged.
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs moved to low-security facility in Pennsylvania
The decision to move the rap mogul while he is serving out his 50-month sentence was made with ‘safety and security in mind’.
Open Channels FM: Open Web vs Walled Gardens, Simplifying the Difference
A straightforward look at what the open web is, how it started, and why it matters for digital communities.