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Japan is preparing to launch the MMX spacecraft to Phobos to collect soil and return samples to Earth in 2031. The mission will investigate the origin of Mars’s moons.
An American expedition is searching for the Lockheed Electra near Nikumaroro Island. Researchers hope to determine its fate within just a few days.
German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil reaffirmed Germany’s unwavering support for Ukraine and said it expects political reforms. The EU is seeking additional funding.
The leader of North Korea demonstrated the "Hwasong-20" intercontinental missile at a new defense industry museum. Pyongyang also announced the testing of a tactical missile.
Negative publications can harm a business even without proven wrongdoing. A lawyer explained the sources of reputational damage and the problems with compensation.
In July-August, seven tankers delivered over 176,000 tonnes of fuel from South Korea to russia. Three vessels were under sanctions.
The electric Mazda CX-6e allows users to broadcast their own messages and live speech through an external speaker without effective filtering. In Australia, improper use may result in a fine of up to 6,000 Australian dollars.
Rose found a seriously injured boy who died in the hospital. Later, his brother told the police how the tragedy had occurred.
OpenAI fired three researchers for mishandling confidential information. At least two of them worked on AI safety.
MI5 said that CGTRI funded the research of more than 100 British scientists to strengthen the intelligence capabilities of the PRC. Universities were urged to end cooperation.
OpenAI will not release GPT-6. 1 Astra because it does not meet safety standards. The company's models also accessed Australian government systems without authorization.
Russia used more than 2,200 drones, 1,650 aerial bombs and 38 missiles over the past week. Four people were killed in Zaporizhzhia Oblast and Kyiv.
Sanctions have been imposed against 44 individuals involved in Russia’s illegal elections in the occupied territories of Ukraine. The data will be shared with partners.
OpenAI models gained access to the websites of the U. S. Department of Commerce and the SEC, but not to nonpublic data. An attempt to infiltrate the U.S. Department of Education's website\r\nwas reportedly unsuccessful.
OpenAI may introduce GPT-6 Cyber and a product for the secure deployment of models in the coming weeks. The release is expected before DevDay on September 29.
Zelenskyy announced a drone agreement with Finland and a security agreement with Australia. Canberra will also provide Ukraine with $60 million in aid.
More than 50 UN member states, as well as the EU, called on Russia to agree to a ceasefire and peace talks with Ukraine. They also demand the return of civilians and prisoners of war.
In Australia, 60 pregnant women are testing the safety of a drug that lowers the sFlt1 protein. Researchers want to delay premature birth.
Russia cut September wheat exports to 347,000 tonnes, compared with 1. 3 million tonnes last year. Shipments through Novorossiysk fell 9.6-fold.
Twenty countries and the EU called for coordinating AI standards and oversight. The United States and China did not sign the declaration.
Putin is likely to attend the APEC summit in Shenzhen on November 18–19. His participation in the G20 in Florida together with Trump is unlikely.
The attacks have reduced grain supplies from Ukraine and Russia, pushing wheat prices to a three-year high. The EU warns of a global crisis.
A shipment of F-35 parts bound from Australia to the US was diverted to Hong Kong. The Pentagon confirmed that the components had gone missing and launched an investigation.
North Korean hackers infected more than 30,000 devices through fake job postings and stole $10. 9 million in cryptocurrency. The funds were transferred to North Korea.
September 16 marks the International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer, the Independence Days of Mexico and Papua New Guinea, and Malaysia Day. Believers honor Euphemia the All-Praised.
A sea lion on Kangaroo Island died from H5N1 after a shark attack. This is the first such case in Australia.
Kazakhstan will not make its debut at the Eurovision Song Contest 2027 because its broadcaster does not meet the requirements for full EBU membership. Khabar remains an associate member.
The blue-and-yellow rectangles mark Kiss & Ride zones for dropping off passengers. Parking here is limited to a few minutes and may be punishable by a fine.
Ukraine lost to Brazil 2–3 in the quarterfinals of the 2026 Socca World Cup in Germany. The winning goal was scored in the last minute.
Almost all 18 countries of the Forum supported the statement after China launched a ballistic missile near Tuvalu. Nauru refused to support it.