The Audit Office of Cyprus exposed major flaws in managing water resources amid climate change and an escalating scarcity crisis. Officials warned that the country faces severe shortages, and the Water Development Department (DWD) must act decisively to safeguard supplies. Monitoring Gaps and Billing Weaknesses Auditors found serious lapses in metering, billing, and record-keeping. Inspectors reported that two intake points, supplying 64% of Nicosia’s water, lacked regular inspections. The DWD could not access Limassol meters or Larnaca’s telemetry network, creating uncertainty about invoiced amounts. Officials observed discrepancies in readings but failed to investigate them. The Water Billing System also exposed…
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Rachel Maddow
Rachel Maddow is a freelance journalist based in the USA, with over 20 years of experience covering Politics, World Affairs, Business, Health, Technology, Finance, Lifestyle, and Culture. She earned her degree in Political Science and Journalism from Stanford University. Throughout her career, she has contributed to outlets such as MSNBC, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. Known for her thorough reporting and compelling storytelling, Rachel delivers accurate and timely news that keeps readers informed on both national and global developments.
A car exploded near New Delhi’s Red Fort on Monday, killing at least eight people and injuring several more. Flames spread to nearby vehicles, creating chaos around the historic tourist landmark. Authorities quickly closed off the area and began emergency response operations. Firefighters Respond Rapidly Fire services deployed several engines after residents reported a blast near a Red Fort metro gate. Crews battled flames engulfing multiple parked cars while police evacuated the injured and secured the perimeter. Witnesses Recall Terrifying Moments A local resident told NDTV he heard a “window-shattering sound” before seeing fire consume vehicles. Police spokesman Sanjay Tyagi…
Iraq began early voting Sunday as security forces and displaced citizens cast ballots before Tuesday’s election. About 1.3 million army and security personnel and 26,000 displaced people can vote. The election will decide whether Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani secures a second term amid regional pressure from Iran and Israel. Thousands of candidates compete, most representing sectarian parties, testing Iraq’s fragile political balance. Displaced Communities Seek Influence Through Strategic Voting Yazidis in northern Iraq voted from a camp near Dohuk after fleeing IS violence over a decade ago. Many cannot return home due to destroyed infrastructure and political disputes. IS…
Gamers must wait longer for Grand Theft Auto VI as Rockstar Games announced another delay. The studio confirmed a new release date of 19 November 2026, moving it from the previously planned May 2026 launch. Originally, the company had scheduled the game for release in autumn this year. Rockstar asked fans to stay patient, explaining it needs extra time to perfect the experience and meet the high expectations players “deserve.” Inside the Chaos of the GTA Universe The game lets players explore open streets freely, stealing cars and filling garages with costly vehicles, bikes, and boats. Players can expect intense…
AI systems gradually abandon safety protocols as conversations extend, increasing the risk of harmful or inappropriate responses, a new report revealed.A few simple prompts can override most safeguards in artificial intelligence tools, according to the same study. Cisco Tests Chatbots Through Repeated Prompts Cisco examined large language models powering major AI chatbots from OpenAI, Mistral, Meta, Google, Alibaba, Deepseek, and Microsoft. The company measured how many questions prompted these systems to release dangerous or criminal details.Researchers conducted 499 conversations using “multi-turn attacks,” where users asked multiple questions to slip past safety barriers. Each session included five to ten interactions.They compared…
Australia will enforce a nationwide ban on children under 16 using major social media platforms starting December 10. The government added Reddit and livestreaming site Kick to the growing list of restricted platforms. The rule already covers Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Threads, TikTok, X, and YouTube. Communications Minister Anika Wells said the new law creates a world-first requirement for platforms to close accounts belonging to users under 16. Companies that fail to take “reasonable steps” to block or remove underage users could face fines up to 50 million Australian dollars (€28.3 million). “We’ve met with several platforms in the past month,”…
Belgian authorities closed the airspace over Brussels Zaventem Airport after reports of a drone flying above the airfield on Tuesday night. The public broadcaster VRT confirmed that all departures and arrivals were suspended following the first sighting. The airport briefly reopened before shutting down again when another drone appeared over the runway. Liège Airport, which had received several diverted flights from Brussels, also halted operations after a separate drone report. A spokesperson for Skeyes, the public company overseeing Belgian airspace, said the first sighting occurred around 8 p.m. local time, forcing aircraft to divert to Ostend-Bruges and Charleroi Brussels South…
Nigeria woke up to tension after US President Donald Trump ordered the Pentagon to prepare plans for possible military intervention. Trump accused the Nigerian government of allowing the killing of Christians and threatened to send troops to “wipe out Islamic terrorists.” His message shocked many Nigerians, who fear the move could worsen divisions. Trump posted on social media, “If the Nigerian government continues to allow Christian killings, the U.S.A. will stop all aid and may go in ‘guns blazing.’ The attack will be fast, vicious, and sweet—just like those terrorist thugs attack our cherished Christians.” Tinubu Responds with Diplomatic Restraint…
Heavy rainfall triggered a massive landslide in Kenya’s western Rift Valley on Saturday, killing at least 21 people. Authorities reported that more than 30 residents remain missing as search and rescue operations continue. Torrential rains have pounded the region for days during Kenya’s short rain season, destroying over 1,000 homes in the hilly Chesongoch area of Elgeyo Marakwet County. The force of the mudslide swept through villages, cutting off major roads and trapping families inside their homes. Government helicopters airlifted 30 severely injured survivors to a hospital in Eldoret City for urgent treatment. Residents Describe the Night of Disaster Local…
A groundbreaking study found that artificial intelligence understands Polish better than any other language, with English ranking only sixth. The University of Maryland and Microsoft led the research, testing 26 languages across several major AI systems, including OpenAI, Google Gemini, Qwen, Llama, and DeepSeek. The researchers admitted surprise at the findings. “English did not lead as expected,” they wrote. “It finished sixth in long-text evaluations, while Polish came out on top.” Polish Outperforms Despite Limited Training Data Polish achieved an average accuracy of 88%, making it the most effective language for issuing AI commands. The Polish Patent Office noted, “Humans…