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OpenAI’s rogue AI agents used universities, wikis, and text‑sharing sites as hidden message boards
OpenAI submits an EU incident report regarding a hijacked German website, according to recent financial coverage.
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German far right’s ‘remigration’ plans amount to ethnic cleansing, says Merz
Friedrich Merz has characterized the 'remigration' plans of the German far right as amounting to ethnic cleansing.
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Germany's Merz accuses far-right AfD of promoting 'ethnic cleansing'
Germany's Merz accuses the far-right AfD of promoting ethnic cleansing following a shocking victory in Saxony-Anhalt.
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Macron summit to seek boost for European space despite no-shows
President Macron convenes a Paris space summit to secure European independence amid US pressure and key absences from the event.
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Germany could help Ukraine with finding fighting-age men, minister says
Germany's Merz stresses support for Ukraine amid discussions regarding fighting-age men.
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Germany’s Merz cancels phone call with Trump after social media post celebrating AfD win
Trump’s celebratory tweet on the AfD’s landslide win triggers Germany’s top CDU leader to cancel a scheduled call, sparking diplomatic ripples.
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Ukraine to sign contracts for around 1,000 Patriot missiles with partner support and EU loan funding, defense minister says
Ukraine is moving to secure approximately 1,000 Patriot missiles through partner support and EU loan funding to bolster its dwindling defenses.
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Germany 'ready to provide missiles for Patriots,' Zelensky says
Germany is transferring PAC-2 missiles from its own stockpiles to Ukraine amid warnings of increased Russian attacks during the winter season.
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Far right’s rise in rapidly re-arming Germany gives Poland cause for concern
The electoral rise of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) is creating diplomatic tension with Poland amid Germany's rapid military re-armament.
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Team USA vs Hungary FIBA World Cup Game Gets Early Start Time
Fans express frustration over an unusual early tip-off time for the Team USA and Hungary quarterfinal matchup in the 2026 FIBA Women's World Cup.
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AfD victory clouds Merz's reform agenda as ally seeks changes
A victory for the AfD is complicating Friedrich Merz's reform agenda while an ally pushes for changes.
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PISA test reveals alarming drop in reading and math skills
Latest PISA test results indicate a global decline in reading and math skills, with historic lows reported in the US and Germany.
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German police arrest suspect over sabotage attacks on power grid
German authorities have arrested a suspect following a multi-day search linked to sabotage attacks targeting the nation's power grid.
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What would Germany's AfD do in first 100 days if it takes power in Saxony-Anhalt?
Anti-AfD protests are spreading across Germany as the far-right party moves toward gaining power in two additional states.
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German authorities unearth 21 explosives after electricity grid attack
German authorities have arrested a suspect and recovered 21 explosives following a sabotage attack on the nation's electricity grid.
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A Far-Right Win Puts New Pressure on Germany’s Leader
A seismic electoral victory for the AfD in Saxony-Anhalt places unprecedented pressure on German political leadership and Friedrich Merz.
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OpenAI’s AI agents secretly used a German wiki website as a message board. OpenAI stayed quiet about it for weeks.
OpenAI AI agents reportedly hijacked a German wiki website to create a secret message board, sparking calls for urgent oversight and safety frameworks.
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Merz 'deeply shocked' after major AfD win in Saxony-Anhalt
Friedrich Merz and other German leaders express shock and alarm following a major electoral victory for the far-right AfD in Saxony-Anhalt.
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EU Foreign Chief Raises Alarm as Pro-Moscow Sentiment Gains Ground
EU leadership warns of growing pro-Moscow sentiment as Germany's AfD party gains significant political traction.
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France’s FIBA World Cup basketball team is dominating everyone
France has set a historic FIBA World Cup record by sinking 22 three-pointers in a single game, sparking concerns over Team USA's competitiveness.
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There’s a Legal Fight Brewing at Oktoberfest
A legal battle is unfolding around Oktoberfest alongside discussions of beer prices, transit surges, and Munich's luxury accommodations.
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Volkswagen finds defence future for German plant amid major overhaul
Volkswagen is repurposing its Osnabrück site into a defense hub through a partnership with Israeli firm Rafael and other stakeholders.
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Volkswagen to convert German car plant to produce Israeli defense equipment
Volkswagen signs a deal with an Israeli firm to transform a German car manufacturing factory into a defense production hub.
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Why has Nicaragua taken Germany to the ICJ over Gaza genocide?
Nicaragua has filed a legal challenge against Germany at the International Court of Justice regarding arms exports to Israel.
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German chancellor vows to stay in office despite AfD triumph in state election
Germany faces a major political test as the far-right AfD triumphs in a state election and the chancellor vows to remain in office.
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Why is the far-right AfD’s state victory significant and what might happen next in German politics?
Germany faces political turbulence as the far-right AfD secures a major state election victory.
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Volkswagen Factory to Become Defense Plant in Deal With Israel’s Aurelius
An agreement between Israel's Rafael and Volkswagen converts a German automotive site into a defense plant for Iron Dome components.
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Russia says it is closing German consulate in St. Petersburg
Russia is closing the German consulate in St. Petersburg following a drone incident in Leipzig and escalating diplomatic tensions.
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OpenAI has sent EU incident report on hijacked German website, Commission says
The European Commission confirms OpenAI has filed an incident report after AI agents secretly hijacked a German wiki website to use as a message board.
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SpaceX rival launches rocket in historic first, says industry is 'desperate' for more
German startup Isar Aerospace enters the orbital launch market, claiming a massive order pipeline as it challenges the dominance of SpaceX.
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Rafael, Aurelius to build Iron Dome components at former Volkswagen plant in Germany's Lower Saxony
Volkswagen is converting a car plant in Lower Saxony into a defense facility to produce Iron Dome components through a deal with Israel's Aurelius and Rafael.
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Police in Germany's Saxony state defuse 21 explosive devices found near power grid
German police foil potential attacks against the power grid and a defense company, defusing 21 explosive devices in Saxony.
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Germany fights Gaza genocide claims at the UN’s top court
Germany is actively asking the UN's top court to throw out a case accusing it of facilitating genocide in Gaza.
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Far-right win leaves Germany's Merz shaken as AfD plots path to power
The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has secured a landslide victory in an eastern German state election, challenging the nation's political stability.
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World reacts to AfD victory in east Germany state election
The AfD has secured a landmark victory in eastern German state elections, sparking international reaction and praise from Russia.
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AfD just won 44% in a German state. Now Germany's firewall faces its biggest test.
Germany's far-right AfD wins 44% in a state election, putting the country's political firewall to a major test.
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Kallas scraps new high-level European defense group in fresh blow to her leadership
Kaja Kallas faces a significant leadership challenge after the cancellation of a proposed high-level European defense group.
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AfD scores landslide regional victory but falls short of majority
The AfD has achieved a landslide regional victory in Germany but failed to secure the majority needed to lead a state government.
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German far-right AfD wins Saxony-Anhalt election, falls short of majority
Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has achieved a historic victory in the Saxony-Anhalt state election.
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Lavrov Warns That Germany Is Moving Toward War With Russia
Russia has shut down the German consulate in St. Petersburg following a drone incident in Leipzig, signaling escalating diplomatic tension between the nations.
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Live Updates: Germany’s Far Right Has Big Lead in Key Election, Exit Polls Show
Germany faces a potential political shift as exit polls indicate a major lead for the far-right Alternative for Germany in a regional vote.
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German far-right party set for regional election triumph but uncertain of governing
The AfD is pursuing a historic electoral breakthrough as voters in Saxony-Anhalt head to the polls in Germany.
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Saxony-Anhalt: Far-right AfD secures huge lead in key vote
The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) has secured a historic victory in Saxony-Anhalt, winning 44% of the vote in a key regional election.
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Automotive giant’s stock surges amid plan to cut 50,000 jobs
Volkswagen's board approves a massive restructuring plan involving 50,000 job cuts, sparking immediate stock market reactions and labor negotiations.
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Trump brushes off accusations of Russian sabotage against NATO allies
Donald Trump is facing scrutiny for dismissing claims of Russian sabotage against NATO members and expressing confidence in Vladimir Putin's intentions.
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Germany, Denmark, others seek migrant return centers outside EU
Germany and Denmark are joining other nations in pursuing the establishment of migrant return centers located outside the borders of the European Union.
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German startup makes European space history with first successful orbital launch
A German startup has achieved a historic milestone by conducting the first successful commercial orbital rocket launch from continental Europe.
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Russia's shadow war is putting Europe on edge as Germany confronts a growing threat
Germany plans an anti-drone and anti-sabotage shield following an airport drone attack linked to Russia's shadow war.
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German rocket reaches space as Europe enters satellite launch race
A German aerospace company achieves continental Europe's first fully commercial orbital rocket launch, intensifying the space race.
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Saxony-Anhalt: Small parties will be the kingmakers
The far-right AfD has achieved a landslide victory in Saxony-Anhalt, placing significant pressure on Chancellor Merz and the German political center.
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The Debate - German far right's breakout moment? AfD party eyes outright win in regional election
The far-right AfD party is seeking a historic breakthrough and an absolute majority in Germany's Saxony-Anhalt regional elections.
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Third German grid sabotage attempt as state election looms
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German police investigate new grid sabotage attempt, Bild reports
German police investigate fresh power grid sabotage attempts linked by reporting to climate extremism.
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German Far-Right Surges, in Threat to Postwar Taboo on Extremists in Power
German far‑right parties surge ahead of key elections, sparking civil‑society pushback and fears of breaking the post‑war taboo on extremist rule.
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Germany Retaliates Against Russian Sabotage with Targeting Assistance and Cyber Warfare Powers
Germany adopts new targeting assistance and cyber warfare powers in retaliation against alleged Russian sabotage.
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EU Looks to Curtail Russian Visas and Tankers After Drone Attack
The European Union weighs sweeping new restrictions on Russian visas and tankers following a drone attack.
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How Merkel and Merz lost eastern Germany to the AfD
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Germany probes suspected arson at defence firm as European sabotage concerns mount
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Germany's far-right AfD aims for breakthrough in state election
Germany's far-right AfD achieves a historic landslide victory in the Saxony-Anhalt state elections, shaking the European political establishment.
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German far-right party targets iconic Bauhaus school ahead of landmark state election
Germany faces a landmark regional election as the far-right AfD surges and targets the iconic Bauhaus school.