Tech & Startups
The Diamond Moon and Other Astronomical Events to See in September 2026
Wired · Global
September is full of opportunities to expand your knowledge of the night sky. Mark your calendars.
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Geopolitics
Guinea-Bissau referendum nods to expansion of presidential powers
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
The National Electoral Commission says 70 percent of voters cast their ballots in favour of the changes.
Geopolitics
Carney Tells Trump Officials to ‘Stop Throwing Shade’ Over Canada-U.S. Trade Talks
The New York Times – World · US
Amid a trade war, Canada’s Liberals swept three special votes and new polling suggested strong support for Prime Minister Mark Carney and his retaliatory tarif…
Geopolitics
Munitions vehicle explodes killing five in Idlib
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
At least five people were killed and several others wounded when a vehicle carrying munitions exploded in Binnish
Tech & Startups
Best Amazon Labor Day Deals (2026): Sony, Shark, Anker
Wired · Global
These are the 15 best Amazon Labor Day deals on WIRED-tested, WIRED-recommended products in 2026.
Tech & Startups
John Ternus hypes ‘huge launch next week’ in first memo as Apple CEO
TechCrunch · US
Apple is hosting its iPhone release event next week, which is rumored to feature the first-ever foldable iPhone.
Entrepreneurship
Satya Nadella Changed Microsoft by Letting Go of the Mental Model That Built Its Success
Inc. · Global
Experience brings valuable lessons, but context determines whether they still apply. Strong leaders seek perspectives that challenge their assumptions.
Geopolitics
BRICS Summit: Delhi Traffic Police issues advisory ahead of motorcade rehearsal
Times of India – World · India
- India’s traffic police issued a public advisory for BRICS Summit 2026. - Commuters warned of traffic diversions and restrictions ahead of the event. - Me…
Tech & Startups
Anthropic’s new Fable release is cheaper, less restrictive
TechCrunch · US
Fable 5.1 includes changes meant to reduce token cost and false-positive restrictions from the model's safeguards.
Geopolitics
China’s Xi makes his first visit to Egypt in a decade
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Cairo and was greeted by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
Geopolitics
Netanyahu says Israel seized Hamas internal security chief in Gaza
The Hindu – World · India
The premier said in a statement that the target was the head of Hamas's internal security apparatus in Gaza, and that he had been involved with Israeli hostage…
Entrepreneurship
How AI Anxiety and Job Insecurity Are Rewriting Gen-Z’s Dating Rules
Inc. · Global
A new Hily survey reveals a third of Gen-Zers won’t date someone building AI tools that replace human workers—proving job security is becoming the ultimate dea…
Geopolitics
Israel’s multiple wars see finance, defence ministries clash over spending
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Spiraling costs of Israel's conflicts deepen rift between finance and defense ministries ahead of budget decisions.
Tech & Startups
Thrive’s Kushner defends involvement in FIFA mess, hires Elon’s go-to lawyer
TechCrunch · US
New York's prestigious-yet-secretive venture firm Thrive Capital finally speaks out about its involvement in the messy drama upending international soccer.
Entrepreneurship
The Distillery Behind the World’s Most Admired Whiskey Once Went Bankrupt. Now It Can’t Stop Winning
Inc. · Global
The Kentucky distillery dominated the global ranking, earning nearly three times as many votes as the runner-up.
Geopolitics
Ram Temple CEO race narrows to three candidates, final pick to be announced today
Times of India – World · India
After careful consideration, the search committee has identified three potential candidates for the CEO position. Each candidate, originating from Uttar Prades…
Geopolitics
Hakainde Hichilema sworn in as Zambia’s president after disputed election
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Incumbent is inaugurated with his main rival in last month's election jailed and the courts shuttered.
AI / Deep Tech
How AI plotted an interstellar journey to Alpha Centauri
MIT Technology Review · Global
A nonprofit organization called the Fermi Explorer Mission announced today that it intends to launch a spacecraft to our nearest star system by the end of 2029…
Geopolitics
Nepal’s Economy Has Few Ways to Absorb the Cost of Flood Damage
The New York Times – World · US
The country’s government estimates that the recent catastrophic floods caused $5 billion in damage. That’s one-tenth of Nepal’s entire economy.
Entrepreneurship
Ernst & Young Is Paying $100 Million in Bonuses for Skills That AI Can’t Replace
Inc. · Global
Forget tokenmaxxing: EY is rewarding employees who demonstrate traits such as judgment and flexibility.
Geopolitics
Government halves sugar stock limit for dealers to curb hoarding
Times of India – World · India
- Govt reduced sugar stock limit to 2,000 quintals for dealers. - Effective from Sept 15 to Nov 30. - Aim to ensure adequate availability. - Prevent hoar…
Entrepreneurship
Volition America Founder Had a ‘Patriotic Awakening.’ Now, His Sports Apparel Business Supports Veteran Families
Inc. · Global
The entrepreneur says his business isn’t red or blue, but “red, white, and blue.”
Geopolitics
Zelenskyy warns 'safe days in Russian skies are over'
The Hindu – World · India
Today, we want to warn every airline that uses Russian airspace, every insurer, and everyone who still uses Russia's key airports: Russian airspace is becoming…
Entrepreneurship
Why Medical Marijuana Is Secretly Saving Companies Millions in Lost Productivity
Inc. · Global
A new study reveals medical cannabis access drops health-related work absences by 6.9 percent, especially in physically demanding industries like manufacturing.
Geopolitics
Farage faces questions over his claim of second standards investigation
The Guardian – World · Europe
Reform leader said inquiry had been widened but watchdog is not believed to have decided whether to do soNigel Farage is facing questions about why he claimed …
Geopolitics
Burnham blames Brexit and Thatcher for ‘wrong turns’ in first Commons speech as PM
The Guardian – World · Europe
The prime minister said Britain needed to be brutally honest about the mistakes of the last 40 years of UK politicsAndy Burnham has blamed Brexit and Margaret …
Geopolitics
Iran: US launches fresh strikes as hostilities flare again
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Explosions were reported in and around the Strait of Hormuz, as well as at an airport in southern Iran. US President Trump described the strikes as "large and …
Entrepreneurship
MapQuest Refused to Rename Lake Ontario. Then 500,000 People Downloaded the App in 5 Days
Inc. · Global
Downloads for the navigation system spiked as users rallied behind MapQuest’s decision to keep the lake’s historic name.
Geopolitics
Ed Miliband promises ‘comprehensive reset’ of UK policy toward Israel
The Guardian – World · Europe
Foreign secretary tells MPs he will try to stop illegal settlements carving up the West BankEd Miliband has promised to “reset” Britain’s policy on Israel, say…
Geopolitics
Belgian mayor blocks club from hosting Israeli opponent in Europa League
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Union Saint-Gilloise were to host Hapoel Beer-Sheva in Europa League, but Belgian mayor insists on different venue.
Geopolitics
Syria was building nuclear reactor in Deir el-Zour under Assad, UN report finds
South China Morning Post – World · China
Inspectors with the UN nuclear watchdog visited several sites in Syria in August and carried out verification work, according to a confidential report circulat…
Geopolitics
UN food agency cuts aid in West Bank amid funding crisis
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
UN food agency cuts aid in West Bank amid funding crisis
Geopolitics
Health crisis looming as Gaza heads towards rainy season, warns WHO
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Water quality in embattled Palestinian enclave already poor; flooding will exacerbate threat to health, says UN agency.
Geopolitics
Vanuatu takes France to ICJ over Matthew and Hunter islands dispute
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
Vanuatu says French control of islands is relic of colonial past, as France’s far right uses case as a political weapon.
Geopolitics
Do not gamble: On the Russia-Ukraine conflict
The Hindu – World · India
Russia must opt for diplomatic engagement with the West
Entrepreneurship
A Tumor Threatened His Sight. Surgeons Used a New Tool to Remove It in a World-First Brain Surgery
Inc. · Global
During a history-making operation in London, new technology helped neurosurgeons avoid critical structures and protect a patient’s vision.
Geopolitics
Deep-sea search begins for 20 people missing in Cyprus ferry disaster
Al Jazeera – News · Middle East
A deep-sea vessel from Turkiye joined the search on Tuesday for 20 people missing for two days.
Geopolitics
US military carries out new strikes on Iranian targets as hostilities flare
South China Morning Post – World · China
US President Donald Trump launched new air strikes on Iran on Tuesday, the latest chapter as the president has swung in recent weeks between economic and milit…
General
U.S. has launched ‘large and powerful’ strikes on Iran, Trump says
NBC News – World · US
The U.S. has launched “large and powerful” strikes on Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump said Tuesday in a post on Truth Social.
Geopolitics
Srinagar ghost mall turns into Rs 422cr jewel in auction
Times of India – World · India
- Sangarmaal City Centre in Srinagar struggled with weeds over years, lacking shopper interest. - Bidders emerged, signaling renewed attention to the underut…
Geopolitics
US launches new airstrikes on Iranian targets as hostilities flare
The Guardian – World · Europe
Move from Washington quashes hopes that exchange of fire last weekend might not presage wider renewal of hostilitiesMiddle East crisis live – latest updatesT…
Geopolitics
Congo's Ebola caseload tops 6,000 as concerns grow
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed 6,000 confirmed cases, with nearly 3,000 deaths. As the virus spreads, authorities are rac…
Geopolitics
Germany blames Russia for drone attack at Leipzig airport
The Guardian – World · Europe
Government says ‘dangerous behaviour’ is part of effort by Moscow to cause damage with hybrid attacksThe German government has blamed Russia for the drone atta…
Geopolitics
Carney fires back at Trump as US-Canada trade fight escalates: ‘stop trying to be tough’
South China Morning Post – World · China
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney told the Trump administration on Tuesday to “stop doing memes, stop throwing shade and stop trying to be tough”, as he push…
Engineering
IEEE President’s Note: Technology for Social Good
IEEE Spectrum · Global
Across IEEE, our strength lies not only in the excellence of our individual communities but also in our ability to bring them together around shared problems t…
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