U.N. Warns Against Technology Used to Read Citizens’ Minds

Fort Hood survivor supports gunman's execution by firing squad but questions livestream

Alonzo Lunsford tells the BBC the punishment befits the crime but he has some doubts whether the public should be able to watch it.

Utah’s 5.3-Mile Oil Road Plan Faces Lawsuit Over 47 Historic Sites at Risk

Conservation organizations have launched a federal lawsuit against a proposed road paving initiative in Utah, citing risks to invaluable historic inscriptions and Native American rock art. Additionally, the project poses a threat to local wildlife, particularly the endangered Mexican spotted owl. The groups claim the US Bureau of Land Management bypassed essential evaluations, illuminating significant concerns surrounding environmental safeguarding and the preservation of cultural heritage.

Study of 103 Bat Genomes Points to Europe as Bats’ Likely Birthplace

Fired OpenAI researchers say they were let go for 'prioritising safety'

The AI firm instead claims the researchers were fired for mishandling sensitive information.

Glass-wrapped Connecticut waterfront home with lighthouse-like design goes to auction for $2.1 M

A glass-wrapped waterfront home in Connecticut, overlooking Long Island Sound and the Thimble Islands, was offered at an online auction with bidding starting at $2.1 million. Located in Branford's Pine Orchard community, the lighthouse-inspired residence features large glass windows, luxury interiors and direct shoreline access. The auction was scheduled to close on October 8, 2026.

Kris Tompkins’ group bought a 174,500-acre Chilean ranch in 2004; it became a park in 2018

In 2004, Kris Tompkins played a pivotal role in securing a Chilean ranch aimed at ecological restoration. This significant initiative targeted the revival of native ecosystems, minimizing livestock grazing impacts, and dismantling barriers that hinder wildlife. By 2018, the successful culmination of these efforts led to the formation of Patagonia National Park, enhancing the conservation footprint to cover 15 million acres combined across Chile and Argentina.

Firing squad execution to be livestreamed, Pentagon says

Pete Hegseth says the execution will be public, but a legal expert says the "unprecedented" decision is on "uncertain legal terrain".

Rare Canadian computer found in barn after nearly 45 years unopened

South African jurist of Indian origin Navi Pillay wins 2026 Nobel Peace Prize

Isabella Rossellini protects 20.8 acres of New York farmstead, turning it into a community farm

Mama Farm, founded by actress Isabella Rossellini in 2013, combines farming, animal care, and community activities. This Long Island property features a community-supported agriculture programme connecting members with locally produced food. The farm practices organic and regenerative techniques to preserve biodiversity while educating families about the environment. Various workshops and children's programs create opportunities for engagement with nature and agriculture.

Cars torched and shops looted as anti-migrant violence erupts in South Africa

South Africa has experienced recurrent outbreaks of violence, often targeting migrants from neighbouring countries.

US jobless claims hover near 57-year low for fourth consecutive week

WASHINGTON — The number of Americans filing new claims for unemployment benefits fell last week, pointing to continued labor market stability despite a sharp slowdown in job growth in September. Weekly jobless claims have now remained near 57-year lows for four straight weeks, the report from the Labor Department showed on Thursday, amid historically low layoffs. Though employers are hoarding workers against the backdrop of strong profit growth and stock market performance, they have remained hesitant to add to headcount, making it harder for those who lose their jobs to find new opportunities. Economists have blamed that trend on uncertainty, first from tariffs and then the US-Israeli war with Iran, which has pushed up diesel prices to record highs and boosted prices for other commodities. "It's still a 'low-hire, low-fire' job market," said Heather Long, chief economist at Navy Federal Credit Union. "That's great for anyone who has a job and wants to keep it, but it's tough for job seekers." Initial claims for state unemployment benefits slipped 2,000 to a seasonally adjusted 197,000