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Wind advisory issued for Seattle, Bellingham, San Juan Islands as Washington braces for heavy rains, 50 mph gusts and power outages
A wind advisory has been issued for Seattle, Bellingham, San Juan Islands and several other parts of western Washington as strong winds and heavy rain threaten the region. Forecasters warn that wind gusts could reach 45 to 50 mph, potentially bringing down tree branches and triggering power outages. A High Wind Warning has also been issued for parts of the Washington coast, where gusts could reach 60 mph.
World War III alert? Why Iran is distributing 180,000 iodine tablets as Trump weighs fresh strikes on nuclear sites?
Iran has started distributing iodine tablets to residents of Bushehr to prepare for potential nuclear emergencies. This distribution, which prioritizes areas near the nuclear power plant, includes 180,000 total tablets. The World Health Organisation recommends these tablets to protect against radioactive iodine exposure. Authorities emphasize the importance of child and pregnant women protection during these emergencies. Tensions with the US continue, prompting increased emergency preparedness activities in the region.
Amazon return refund lawsuit claims: Jeff Bezos' company to pay $309.5 million to Americans soon; check eligibility, deadline and more
Amazon is facing a $309.5 million settlement for not properly issuing refunds to customers. Shoppers who requested refunds between specified dates may be eligible for compensation. The settlement includes Subclass A, receiving automatic payments, and Subclass B, which requires filing a claim. Claimants must provide detailed order information and meet deadlines to secure their payments. The final settlement approval hearing is set for March 16, 2027.
How ChatGPT's medical advice killed a woman; family sues OpenAI
Bowen was found dead in her Seattle apartment in February 2026. Her parents discovered the chatbot conversations on her phone while trying to understand what had happened after the funeral.
'Paid for OpenAI’s choices with her life': Seattle techie dies after allegedly changing medication dosage following ChatGPT advice
A tragic lawsuit has emerged following the death of Bowen Wan, a 31-year-old software engineer, due to complications from epilepsy. Her parents claim that misleading advice from OpenAI's ChatGPT contributed to her decision to lower her medication without medical guidance. Healthcare professionals stress the necessity of proper supervision when managing such serious conditions.
Timeline: Anthropic's path from AI startup to industry-defining IPO
Anthropic's IPO filing marks a significant step toward becoming the first public listing for a frontier AI lab. The company has raised a total of $3.5 billion in various funding rounds leading up to its IPO. Significant investments have come from major companies including Amazon.com and Alphabet's Google. Anthropic is currently projecting revenue of approximately $190 billion to $200 billion in 2028.
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Big Tech wants to build more AI data centres across America. Why local communities are pushing back against the costs of the AI revolution
Cities across America are imposing temporary moratoriums on data centre approvals to address infrastructural concerns. Local governments are assessing the impacts of these projects on electricity, water, and public resources. Environmental lawsuits are complicating the development of AI infrastructure further, leading to delays and increased costs. Some technology companies are moving towards greater transparency with local communities for better engagement.

School Assembly News Headlines, October 7, 2026: Check national, international, business, sports updates and thought of the day
School assemblies are set to provide essential updates on both national and international matters significant to students. Highlights include India's Vice President pushing for a broader sharing of ancient wisdom. In sports, Jannik Sinner's unfortunate knee issues will sideline him for the remainder of the year. Additionally, Sourav Ganguly has been appointed as the head coach for the Delhi Capitals in IPL 2027.

Fast-track permits turn Spain's Aragon into a $70 billion data centre magnet, but at what cost?
Aragon, a sparsely populated region of northeast Spain, has become one of Europe's fastest-growing digital infrastructure hubs due to what tech companies hail as its agile local permitting laws and swift decision

Hey Siri, how did Apple’s early lead in AI turn into a race to catch up?
Apple helped popularise voice assistants, then fell behind as rivals raised the bar. Fifteen years after Siri’s iPhone debut, a long-delayed overhaul puts its comeback to the test.

Not even $10,000 per household could convince this rural Pennsylvania town to stop protesting an AI data center project
A Pennsylvania town was offered $10,000 for each of its roughly 4,500 households as part of a proposed AI data center project, but many residents refused to accept the money. NorthPoint Development proposed a $45 million payout to residents along with a $120 million community investment if Hazle Township approved zoning changes.

Anthropic’s Road to IPO: Funding, valuation, Claude growth and legal battles
Anthropic is preparing for a closely watched U.S. IPO after rapid growth in funding, valuation and revenue. The Claude maker faces legal and regulatory challenges while expanding AI capabilities, cloud partnerships and commercial operations. Its potential listing could offer investors insight into frontier AI economics, governance, capital requirements and growth expectations.

Anthropic's path from AI startup to industry-defining IPO
Anthropic's IPO prospectus, reviewed by Reuters, laid out a sweeping vision in which AI would reshape the global economy more profoundly than industrialization, electricity and the internet, as the Claude maker moved closer to what could be the first listing by a frontier AI lab.

Apple and Amazon face revived UK consumer lawsuit over product sales
In a significant legal ruling, a UK tribunal has allowed portions of a consumer lawsuit against Apple and Amazon to proceed. The lawsuit alleges that a 2018 agreement restricted competition in the sale of Apple products on Amazon's UK site, resulting in price hikes for consumers. Nonetheless, claims linked to other retailers and Apple's own sales were not sufficiently substantiated.

Meta launches camera-free AI glasses amid privacy pushback
Meta unveiled several new wearables powered by its artificial intelligence (AI) models on Wednesday, including an audio-only, camera-free version of its smart glasses, amid global concerns about privacy and the filming of women and girls without their consent. The audio-only versions will complement the release of dozens of new smart glasses models that keep the video filming option.

Donald Trump banned these media outlets, why did Melania Trump invite them to her event?
The three news organizations took the dispute to federal court, filing a lawsuit against Trump and other members of his administration. They argue that the restrictions were imposed in retaliation for coverage the president did not like, which they say amounts to unconstitutional discrimination based on viewpoint. The outlets are asking the court to overturn the ban and allow them to regain access.

Melania Trump arrived at the United Nations this week with a familiar subject at the centre of her agenda, but the First Lady's appearance was more than a children's initiative
Melania Trump highlighted her initiatives related to children's well-being and technology during a recent UN event. The first lady’s coalition, Fostering the Future Together, now includes 57 countries and private technology firms. Her emphasis on responsible use of AI was noteworthy compared to her husband's approach to technology. The decision to grant CNN and Politico access distinguished her event from the president’s restrictions on the media.

Meta leans into AI, smart glasses amid privacy pushback
Meta has spent billions to stay competitive with artificial intelligence, but the tech giant faces growing pushback as CEO Mark Zuckerberg prepares to announce new products built for the AI era on Wednesday. The Muse agent is built on Meta's own AI models and is designed to compete with OpenAI's ChatGPT and Anthropic's Claude.

Banned beauty products are still one click away in India and around the world
Banned skin-bleaching products containing mercury are still available for purchase online. These illegal items are found on Amazon, Temu, and TikTok Shop marketplaces globally. Sellers are relisting products under misleading names to evade detection by authorities. Health advocates and regulators are working to remove these dangerous items from sale.

Amazon faces class action alleging widespread discrimination against pregnant workers
Amazon faces a nationwide class action lawsuit alleging discrimination against pregnant workers. The suit claims the company denied basic accommodations and fired employees for taking time off. One plaintiff was fired after a hospitalization for a pregnancy-related emergency. Amazon states it provides accommodations to tens of thousands of employees annually. The lawsuit seeks lost pay, punitive damages, and an injunction against discrimination.

Amazon sued by US FTC, 22 states over alleged $20 billion ad auction overcharges
The US FTC and 22 states have sued Amazon, alleging it manipulated digital advertising auctions and overcharged about 1.2 million customers by more than $20 billion. Amazon rejected the allegations as misguided and flawed. The lawsuit targets Sponsored Products, Sponsored Brands and Sponsored Display, intensifying scrutiny of the tech giant.

Judge likely to deny California's bid to stop Amazon's alleged price fixing
Bonta sued Amazon in 2022, accusing the company of dominating online retail with anticompetitive tactics that raise prices for consumers.

$30,000 Brooklyn wedding turns into nightmare as bride, groom and guests suffer vomiting, diarrhoea, chills and abdominal cramps after pricey NYC hotel served up norovirus-tainted food
A $30,000 Brooklyn wedding reception reportedly turned into a nightmare after the bride, groom and 30 of 112 guests fell ill with vomiting, diarrhoea, chills and abdominal cramps. A lawsuit alleges that food served at the reception was contaminated with norovirus. On the other hand, a health department investigation said the specific source of the outbreak could not be determined.

Amazon hit with US consumer lawsuit over 'excluded' fast delivery zones
The lawsuit parallels a case that Washington, D.C.'s attorney general filed earlier this week accusing Amazon of violating the city's consumer protection provisions. Amazon in a statement said the claims were "categorically false." Amazon said it made a business decision to adjust operations in the affected zip codes for the safety of the company's drivers.

Amazon asks judge to dismiss FTC lawsuit, says no consumer harm shown
The FTC lawsuit was one of four that the Trump and Biden administrations have filed since 2020 against the companies that dominate the internet. The Biden team has primarily focused on ordinary consumer items like housing, food and airline tickets.

Amazon antitrust lawsuit likely to be long and arduous journey for FTC
The Federal Trade Commission's long-awaited antitrust case is the agency's most aggressive move yet to tame the market power of Amazon, a company that's become synonymous with online shopping and fast deliveries.

Amazon sued in US over allegations it inflates online prices and overcharges sellers
US regulators and 17 states have filed a lawsuit against Amazon, accusing the e-commerce giant of abusing its market position to inflate prices and stifle competition. The lawsuit alleges that Amazon engages in anti-competitive practices by discouraging sellers from offering lower prices on other platforms, charging high fees, and favoring its own products over others.

US retailers' members-only programs under scrutiny with Amazon lawsuit
From big-box chains Walmart and Best Buy to specialty retailers like Savage X Fenty and Adore Me, retailers' subscription programs are facing growing scrutiny.
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