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OpenAI scraps release of latest AI model over safety concerns
AI giant says GPT-6.1 Astra failed to meet alignment standards during internal testing.
Hungary lifts immunity of Prime Minister Magyar, two Orban-era ministers
Hungary's Parliament lifts immunity of incumbent leader and two former ministers, clearing the way for criminal probes.
Anti-South Asian ‘hate speech’ has exploded online in US, report finds
Researchers link the rise to immigration politics, economic anxiety and the growing visibility of South Asians in US.
UK: ‘Too soon’ to blame airbase plot on foreign state
UK Defence Minister Wes Streeting said it was ‘too soon’ to blame a foreign state for a suspected plot near RAF Fairford
Fiery end for SpaceX Starship mission
Elon Musk’s SpaceX's next-generation Starship rocket reached orbit for the first time despite an engine shutdown.
Hundreds set up tent encampments in Madrid over housing crisis
Protesters have set up tent encampments in central Madrid to demand government action on soaring housing costs.
Gold falls amid rising oil prices and higher US dollar
Gold hits seven-week low; silver follows suit and records a nearly 5 percent loss.
NFL asks US Homeland Security to remove video with former star player
Agency used video of Hall of Fame player Brian Dawkins to show readiness for border protection.
Nepal hit by deadly floods, landslides, and avalanche
Heavy rain triggered deadly floods and landslides across Nepal, while an avalanche left 12 workers missing.
Trump announces $15bn steel mill project in Iowa before US midterms
Amid tight Iowa midterm races, US President Trump emphasises steel industry revival with a project announcement.