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‘We must slow the pace’: CEO of Anthropic calls for an AI slowdown

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei announced a unilateral commitment to slow the pace of AI development by implementing third-party safety evaluations. This shift signals potential industry-wide friction as stricter evaluation protocols could delay new feature rollouts and model upgrades for marketers relying on cutting-edge generative tools. Creators and brands should diversify their current AI tool stack and build contingency workflows to insulate their content operations against potential capability bottlenecks.

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Wall Street falls as Federal Reserve raises interest rates

The US stock market has pared some early gains after the Federal Reserve showed it’s trying to get the nation’s high inflation under control by hiking interest rates for the first time in three years.

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Anthropic targets Nasdaq for October IPO

Anthropic has picked Nasdaq for an October IPO, days after Sam Altman said OpenAI would not list in 2026 because of AI safety concerns.

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Country star pauses tour due to health issues

The singer made the emotional announcement on social media.

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Exclusive bundle, free shipping, 20% off

The Pink Stuff is celebrating its TikTok Shop Grand Opening from Sept. 15-21 with exclusive bundles, free shipping and 20% off fan-favorite cleaning products.

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2026 Emmy Awards: 'The Pitt' and 'Hacks' Lead Pack as Mariska Hargitay Hosts

'Law & Order: Special Victims Unit' star and three-time Emmy winner Mariska Hargitay will be the first woman to host the awards show in 15 years.

Economists expect Federal Reserve rate hike

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Complainant cross-examination resumes in Alan Jones trial

The former athlete has told a Sydney court that Jones touched him non-consensually and sent him gifts including weekly flowers delivered by his driver.

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Victorian premier vows to crack down on knife crime

Victorian Premier Ben Carroll has insisted his government will crack down on knife crime.

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Sydney tree vandal avoids conviction for destroying public trees

The case sparked community anger with residents erecting “tree graveyard” signs and prompting debate over whether laws are enough to deter vandalism of public trees.

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America marks twenty-five years since September eleventh attacks

At Ground Zero, family members read the names of the 2977 victims. For the first time, a seventh silence honoured those who have died from illness tied to the toxic dust.

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Police seize 36 e-bikes in Northern Beaches crackdown

Operation E-Voltage included the seizure of an e-bike capable of going more than 90 kilometres an hour that was ridden by a 14-year-old boy.

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Premier unveils plan to give police power to randomly search people

Ben Carroll announces plans to introduce new laws that will give police and PSOs the power to randomly search people anywhere in public.

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How a 1931 church became a glamorous new boutique hotel

LOS ANGELES -- There's a cross on the roof, stained glass in the windows and a choir loft upstairs, but this whitewashed three-level building near Sunset Boulevard in Silver Lake is no longer a house of worship. It's the Hotel...

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Driver 'sorry' after death of three-year-old girl in driveway

A man charged after a three-year-old girl died after being struck by a car in a driveway in Auburn has expressed his remorse outside court.

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Reason for unexplained closure of 24-hour food market revealed

“Unfortunately, we do not believe it is currently safe to have customers in the store,” a sign in the door said.

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US listing could position Kioxia for global AI spotlight

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Looney Tunes live action film leads new cinematic releases this week

Our critics take a look at what’s new in cinemas this week.

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Complainant faces cross-examination in Alan Jones trial

The former athlete has told a Sydney court that Jones touched him non-consensually and sent him gifts including weekly flowers delivered by his driver.

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Ex-Carlton boss settles lawsuit

Former Carlton boss Luke Sayers has settled a lawsuit with his ex-wife over a lewd image.

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Macklemore Dropped From Ed Sheeran Tour Over Pro-Palestine Remarks

The US rapper said several venues told promoters they would bar him from performing as Sheeran’s opening act over the comments.

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UK holds talks with Canada over joining new global defence bank

Exclusive: Britain is understood to have been formally invited to become founding member of multilateral lender John Healey is in talks with the Canadian government about joining a new global defence bank intended to help allies rearm to counter mounting security threats, just weeks after Rachel Reeves rejected the move. The chancellor is understood to be actively considering a bid to join the proposed Canada-led defence, security and resilience bank (DSRB), which proponents say could help the UK fund defence projects at lower cost, before planned talks with his Canadian counterpart this week. Continue reading...

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Kayla Saito launches Monday martini club in Melbourne

Kayla Saito is leading Daphne’s Monday martini club, while Shane Delia is putting on a feast at Maha for Maltese Independence Day. Here’s what’s on in Melbourne dining this month.

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CCTV shows ‘Putney pusher’ on bridge

Video footage was captured of a 2017 when a jogger was seen to push a woman into the path of an oncoming bus. A suspect in the case has been found dead in his home.

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Reason for unexplained closure of 24-hour food market revealed

“Unfortunately, we do not believe it is currently safe to have customers in the store,” a sign in the door said.

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Supertanker Rates Hit $800,000 a Day as Gulf Tensions Escalate

Supertanker rates on the Baltic Exchange's benchmark Middle East-to-China shipping route have surged to a staggering $800,000 a day. With US forces having destroyed five Iranian-linked tankers and Tehran threatening further escalation in recent days, prospects for near-term stabilization remain limited. The freight surge signals that crude oil and refined products continue to flow but are becoming increasingly costly to transport out of the Gulf region to global markets. According to Bloomberg, US Gulf-to-Asia shipments on very large crude carriers...

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Browns-Buccaneers: Top Storylines & Key Matchups in Week Two

As they welcome the Browns to Tampa, the Bucs will be looking to get better results from the battle in the trenches after Week One, in a contest that will also feature such key head-to-head matchups as Emeka Egbuka vs. Denzel Ward Scott Smith The Tampa Bay Buccaneerswill contest their 2026 home opener in Week Two, plus their second straight game against an AFC North opponent, as they welcome the Cleveland

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Rugby player receives three-year ban for referee contact

A Hunters Hill player has been suspended for 42 matches after being found guilty of making contact with a referee during last weekend’s Subbies decider.

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The world marks 25 years since 9/11

Australia, the US and the world are marking 25 years since the September 11 terrorist attacks.

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Bitcoin drops to $77200 amid rate pressures

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Nashville airport board votes to rename facility after Dolly Parton

The Nashville airport board unanimously voted to rename the facility after the late Dolly Parton, though a specific completion timeline for the transition has not yet been announced. This cultural milestone presents a unique opportunity for creators and brands to engage Tennessee-based audiences through localized tribute content and travel-related storytelling. Consider publishing an authentic retrospective celebrating her economic and cultural impact on the region to capture upcoming search momentum.

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IHOP brings back Stuffed French Toast after 6 years

Customers never stopped asking for its return on social media and beyond.

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Gold prices slide as Fed rate hike bets increase

Adding to yesterday's slump, gold prices have moved lower on Tuesday following the extended delay in the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. In addition, Saudi Arabia's closure of its vital transport pipeline stoked inflationary concerns, and thereby increased the bets for a rate hike in the U.

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Diesel prices top six dollars a gallon for the first time

By Chris Isidore, Matt Egan, CNN (CNN) — The price of diesel, the workhorse fuel that powers the world economy, topped $6 a gallon on Friday for the first time ever. The price point may be invisible to most American drivers, but will likely lead to higher costs for most things consumers buy. The national

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Man charged over fatal Sydney crash

A man has been charged after his car allegedly hit and killed a three-year-old girl in western Sydney.

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Airrived launches agentic observability for enterprise AI control

DUBLIN, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As enterprises race to deploy AI agents across their operations, a critical question is surfacing faster than most organizations can answer it: who is watching the agents? At GISEC Dubai, Airrived will reveal Agentic Observability, a major expansion of its enterprise Agentic OS built to give organizations end-to-end visibility into how AI agents behave — from the moment enterprise data enters the platform, through agent reasoning and execution, to the final busi

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CSOP lists new Asia AI semiconductor ETF on HKEX

HONG KONG , Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CSOP Solactive Asia AI Bottleneck Index ETF (3499.HK) will list on HKEX tomorrow (17 th September 2026). 3499.HK seeks to provide investment results that, before deduction of fees and expenses, closely correspond to the performance of Solactive Asia AI Bottleneck Index (net total return version) (the Index). It has a listing price of about HK$7.8 per unit, a board lot size of 100, and management fee of 0.99%. CSOP Solactive Asia AI Bottleneck Index ETF 3499.HK provides focused access to APAC semiconductor bottleneck champions, investing primarily in equities listed in Taiwan (China), South Korea and Japan. The term "Bottleneck" in the ETF's name refers to companies operating in critical bottleneck segments of the AI infrastructure supply chain, as

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Sydney tree vandal avoids conviction for destroying public trees

The case sparked community anger with residents erecting “tree graveyard” signs and prompting debate over whether laws are enough to deter vandalism of public trees.

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Oil spike puts pressure on airlines and their passengers

Prices for petrol, diesel and jet fuel have been escalating as the war drags on.

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Dynasty Financial Partners launches AI operating system powered by Claude

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dynasty Financial Partners (“Dynasty”), a leading wealthtech platform for independent registered investment advisors (RIAs), today unveiled the next generation of Dynasty AI: a true AI operating system for wealth management, powered by Anthropic’s Claude models.Advisors can ask a question across every client, account, and document in their book, get an answer, and turn it into a proposal, report, or pre-filled paperwork ready for their review without ever l

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Court hears new claims in Alan Jones indecent assault trial

The former athlete is the third complainant to give evidence in the broadcaster’s criminal trial in Sydney.

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Girl stabbed six times during youth brawl sparked by online feud

A teenage girl was kicked in the head, stomped on and knifed at a reserve in Melbourne’s west, where a brawl broke out between two feuding groups.

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PETA plans meeting with fashion executive after protest incident

PETA initially planned to file a police report but decided on a meeting instead.

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NSW Police raiding Oxford Street venues

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Paul Chiodo sues builder over alleged misuse of investor funds

Paul Chiodo is suing his builder claiming investor money that was intended for developments was instead used to buy flashy cars and high-end property.

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AFLW round five: Top Hawk suffers serious knee injury

Aine McDonagh has fired Hawthorn to an 11-point AFLW win over the Western Bulldogs that was soured by captain Emily Bates’ serious leg injury.

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European Stocks Close Weak

European stock markets ended lower on Tuesday as investors awaited monetary policy decisions from the Federal Reserve, Bank of England, and Bank of Japan. Rising bond yields, elevated oil prices following Saudi pipeline closures, and mixed economic data across the region weighed on sentiment.

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Rimini Street partners with Datacom to accelerate AI adoption in ANZ

SYDNEY--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Rimini Street Inc. (Nasdaq: RMNI), the Software Support and Agentic AI ERP CompanyTM and the leading third-party support provider for Oracle and SAP software, today announced a strategic partnership with Datacom, one of Australasia’s largest homegrown technology services and solutions providers. The reseller agreement will see Datacom offer Rimini SupportTM for Oracle and SAP software to its public and private sector customers across Australia and New Zealand. This collab

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MIT and Suffolk release joint study on artificial intelligence in construction

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Suffolk, one of the most innovative and successful builders in the country, in partnership with the MIT Center for Real Estate and MIT Media Lab City Science group, has released “Construction in the Age of AI,” a new joint study that examines how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping construction performance and productivity, and where it can deliver the most meaningful gains in processes, scheduling and project feasibility. The construction industry continues to fa

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‘Long overdue’: could this film be the next KPop Demon Hunters?

With a largely Filipino cast in an undeniably Filipino world, Forgotten Island is a groundbreaking addition to Hollywood’s animated slate.

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One Piece x Nike Air Max Plus 'Ope Ope' Rollout Continues

Following the release of the “Mera Mera” Air Max Plus in select markets, the One Piece x Nike Air Max Plus collection continues its rollout... © Sneaker News, 2026. | Permalink | No comment | Add to del.icio.us The post Where To Buy The One Piece x Nike Air Max Plus “Ope Ope” appeared first on Sneaker News. The post Where To Buy The One Piece x Nike Air Max Plus “Ope Ope” appeared first on Sneaker News.

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Smarsh launches AI platform for compliance data

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Smarsh, the global leader in digital communications data and intelligence, today unveiled a major expansion of its Communications Intelligence Platform. The launch includes a new Model Context Protocol (MCP) Server, a conversational AI intelligence layer called AskSmarsh AI, and expanded agentic capabilities, together marking a structural shift in how regulated industries access and act on communications data. For two decades, compliance technology has forced co

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Paul Chiodo sues builder over alleged misuse of investor funds

Paul Chiodo is suing his builder claiming investor money that was intended for developments was instead used to buy flashy cars and high-end property.

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Motorcyclist Peter Mason dies after hitting Western Highway pothole

Motorists often avoid this crumbling stretch of the Western Highway where Peter Mason, 71, was enjoying a weekend motorcycle ride before he hit a pothole and died.

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Alan Jones Trial: Complainant 'M' Resumes Evidence in Court

“M” has returned to the witness box for a second day of evidence after testifying that the former radio host kissed him non-consensually on two occasions.

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Willog launches integrated supply chain platform Willog Vision

Integrates four modules (AIoT devices, monitoring, AI risk management, and insurance) into a single platform spanning every stage from shipment to arrival One-stop process: instant alerts when anomalies occur, automatic compliance reports generated in 3 minutes, and insurance payouts TOKYO and SINGAPORE and LOS ANGELES , Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Willog (Co-CEOs Sung-hoon Bae and Ji-hyun Yoon), an AIoT-based supply chain intelligence solutions company, announced the official launch of its integrated supply chain solution, "Willog Vision," on September 17. The one solution for every step of logistics, Willog Vision The Limits of Fragmented Logistics Solutions In logistics today, data can only be checked after retrieving a USB from a data logger, and audit reports take 30 minutes each t

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‘Long overdue’: could this film be the next KPop Demon Hunters?

With a largely Filipino cast in an undeniably Filipino world, Forgotten Island is a groundbreaking addition to Hollywood’s animated slate.

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Toorak councillor banned over obscene remarks during menorah debate

In an address to his “fellow Toorakians”, a banned councillor denied wrongdoing and said his comments were not directed at his colleagues.

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NSW Police Raid Multiple Oxford Street Venues

The video was taken on Saturday night, when police entered numerous venues along the strip.

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Sarah Abo Announces Departure From Today Show

The journalist said she would not be returning from maternity leave.

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EUCLYD Secures Over €200M Series A to Build AI Infrastructure

Financing accelerates development of ultra-efficient infrastructure for foundation AI models EINDHOVEN, Netherlands , Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- EUCLYD has signed a Series A financing round of more than €200 million , the company announced today. The round is co-led by Samsung, Somerset Capital Partners, Scaleup Europe Fund, which is managed by EQT, and Innovation Industries , with participation from EIFO, the Export and Investment Fund of Denmark, imec.xpand, Brabant Development Agency (BOM), and Quadri. Peter Wennink, former President & CEO of ASML, joins EUCLYD as Chairman of the Board. Bernardo Kastrup, Founder and CEO, EUCLYD As foundation models grow more capable, deploying them requires more power, memory bandwidth, and capital while adding infrastructure complexity. EUCLYD is d

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Americans value press freedom despite security concerns

Americans largely value freedom of the press but also see times when it's OK for the government to censor the news, according to a new Pew Research Center study from the Pew-Knight Initiative.

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Belle and Sebastian Bring 30th Anniversary Tour to Melbourne

Indie-pop group Belle and Sebastian return to Melbourne on a tour celebrating their 30th year.

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NFL-Style Entry at MCG Unlikely for Footy Despite Successful Trial

The success of the extended perimeter around Yarra Park for the NFL’s historic game has revived tensions about how the public space should be used.

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Viral 'Cat in the Hat' Trend Prompts Arrests and School Safety Warnings

Schools and police departments across the U.S. are warning families about the viral “Cat in the Hat” social media trend.

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Cleary nails field goal

Panthers superstar Nathan Cleary slots a field goal to five Penrith a 13-12 lead over the Roosters.

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Sarah Abo Announces Departure from Today as New Line-Up Awaited

The journalist said she would not be returning from maternity leave.

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RAD Intel Launches RADAR at UNBOUND 2026 to Help Brands Build Authority Across GEO, AEO and SEO

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AIMarketing--RAD Intel, an AI-driven holding company building, acquiring and growing intelligence-driven businesses, today announced the launch of RADAR at UNBOUND 2026, HubSpot’s flagship event for modern growth leaders.RADAR is RAD Intel's new editorial platform, built directly on the company's proprietary AI platform and using predictive intelligence to help marketers understand what audiences are interested in, identify the trends shaping their markets and build relevant marketin

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Auric pockets bargain hardware to fast-track WA Burbanks plant

Auric Mining has picked up a bargain, locking in key components for its 600ktpa WA gold plant rebuild for just $1.2M, a fraction of the estimated $15M-$20M replacement cost.

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A petrol can, a drill and six dead trees: Sydney tree vandal avoids conviction

The case sparked community anger with residents erecting “tree graveyard” signs and prompting debate over whether laws are enough to deter vandalism of public trees.

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Lickly Unveils New Brand and Decision Intelligence Platform at UNBOUND 2026

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #AIMarketing--Lickly, an AI-driven Decision Intelligence platform for marketing and a RAD Intel company, today unveiled a new brand and expanded vision at UNBOUND 2026. The self-service SaaS platform helps brands and agencies understand who they need to reach, identify the creators and strategies best aligned to reach them and forecast potential campaign outcomes before marketing dollars are spent. The new positioning reflects a fundamental problem Lickly believes marketing technolog

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Spice Girls disappoints fans with 2026 announcement for new box set

Many followers expressed frustration after the group teased a major reveal on Instagram.

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These three kings of AI have a plan. It could blow everything up

A trio of AI rivals are on the same page about the risks to humanity posed by the technology. But their plan could have catastrophic effects for all of us.

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NRL Highlights: Warriors v Dolphins - Finals Week 1

The New Zealand Warriors host the Dolphins in Finals Week 1 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at Go Media Stadium, Auckland.

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Phins denied crucial Bunker call

Moments after the Warriors were lucky with their Bunker call, the Phins cannot find the same luck as Chris Butler sticks with the on-field decision of a knock-on from Kurt Donoghoe.

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WINTON GROUP Ltd Buys New Position in AtriCure, Inc. $ATRC

WINTON GROUP Ltd acquired a new stake in shares of AtriCure, Inc. (NASDAQ:ATRC - Free Report) during the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor acquired 35,800 shares of the medical device c

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'Stick to what it is': Levi on proposed ball change

Cross-code star Tegan Levi calls for the NRLW to stick solid with its current rules regarding ball size.

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QBit Semiconductor Targets Physical AI and Drone Markets with QB88XX Series Integrating Robot "Cerebellum" Control

TAIPEI , Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- QBit Semiconductor (TWO: 7913), a Taiwan-based fabless IC design leader in high-end image processing and motion control, unveiled its robotics and drone chipset roadmap at SEMICON Taiwan 2026, targeting Physical AI control opportunities. QBit Semiconductor made a standout appearance at SEMICON Taiwan 2026 within the Taiwan Stock Exchange (TWSE) Pavilion. (From right to fourth) TWSE Chairman Sherman Lin and (from right to second) QBit Semiconductor Chairman Simon Shen. To address space and power constraints in Dexterous Robotic Hands with over 20 degrees of freedom, QBit introduced the highly integrated QB88XX series. The SoC consolidates multi-joint control onto a single chip, reducing system costs and energy consumption. Built on a Cerebellar Model

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Queensland credit rating drops

Queensland’s credit rating has dropped for the first time since 2009.

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Stock Market Crash: 70% Decline Could Hit Nasdaq in 2027, Economist Warns

The K-shaped economy and the AI bubble are sowing the seeds of the next crash.

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SNAP changes in October: Benefits to increase with state costs

The food stamp program has undergone major changes under the Trump administration. Here's what's changing starting Oct. 1.

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Ex-Carlton boss settles lawsuit

Former Carlton boss Luke Sayers has settled a lawsuit with his ex-wife over a lewd image.

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Moment person of interest in woman’s death found living inside a cave

Footage has been released showing the moment a man who may be connected to the death of Jessica Zrinski was found living in a remote cave north of Sydney.

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Sebi for changes to CAS timing, derivatives settlement prices

MUMBAI: Markets regulator Sebi on Saturday proposed to make some modifications to the just lately launched Closing Public sale Session’s (CAS) timings and to the derivatives pricing mechanism. Launched on Aug 3, CAS had created controversy out there with merchants and buyers mentioning that it elevated volatility in inventory costs and index values.Final week, Sebi [...] The post Sebi for changes to CAS timing, derivatives settlement prices appeared first on Asia Today .

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Phins denied crucial Bunker call

Moments after the Warriors were lucky with their Bunker call, the Phins cannot find the same luck as Chris Butler sticks with the on-field decision of a knock-on from Kurt Donoghoe.

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Tom Lynagh is Australian rugby’s biggest enigma. Can he be a saviour, too?

Brilliant but brittle, the young Queensland five-eighth started against the Lions last year but has barely played since. Getting Lynagh fit again could be crucial for the Rugby World Cup.

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How do you get from eighth to a grand final? ‘A prime Jason Taumalolo helps’

The Cowboys were the last team to reach the grand final from outside the top four. This is why they can do it again.

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Dolphin calf found dead near Perth’s iconic Blue Boat House

The discovery sparked urgent warning on fishing line entanglements.

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HIGHLIGHTS: Aryna Sabalenka v Jessica Pegula | US Open semi-final

Full highlights of the US Open women's semi-final between Aryna Sabalenka and Jessica Pegula.

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AFL LIVE: Danger’s Cats set to pounce as wonky Dockers fear straight-sets exit

Geelong skipper Patrick Dangerfield looms as a major threat against a Fremantle side desperate to avoid a straight-sets exit.

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