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Home secretary to reject call to widen extremism definition

Home secretary to reject call to widen extremism definition

UK rejects widening extremism definition to include groups beyond Islamists/far-right, focusing on these key threats despite internal recommendations.

Is China's AI tool DeepSeek as good as it seems?

Is China's AI tool DeepSeek as good as it seems?

China's DeepSeek AI chatbot launched, similar to US rivals but "talkative". It avoids stances, self-censors topics like Tiananmen. May challenge US AI.

Rwanda dealing with first outbreak of deadly Marburg virus disease

Rwanda dealing with first outbreak of deadly Marburg virus disease

Rwanda faces its first deadly Marburg outbreak (26 infected, 8 dead). WHO & CDC send aid. Rwanda's health system is robust. Virus spreads via fluids, not airborne.

More than 100 people missing after boat capsizes in Nigeria

More than 100 people missing after boat capsizes in Nigeria

Overloaded boat capsized in Nigeria, over 100 missing (mostly women/children). 300+ aboard 100-capacity vessel after festival. Rescues ongoing. Poor regulation cited.

Italy ships migrants to Albania for first time under controversial plan

Italy ships migrants to Albania for first time under controversial plan

First 16 rescued migrants (Bangladeshi/Egyptian) arrive in Albania for expedited asylum. Italy's plan aims to deter migration; criticized by rights groups.

Dozens, including children, killed in stampede following clashes at Guinea football match

Dozens, including children, killed in stampede following clashes at Guinea football match

A stadium stampede in Guinea after fan clashes killed 56 & injured many, including children. Security forces used tear gas. Investigation underway.