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From Yanbu to Sohar: Tracking Saudi Arabia’s alternative oil routes

The world's second-largest crude exporter is rerouting crude via dark shipments and ship-to-ship transfers off Oman.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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Pernicious states: Towards a new grammar of international relations

We have names for weak and failing states. We need one for superpowers that cause global harm.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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Why reshaping memories may hold the key to raising self-esteem

In a new book, psychologist Marisa Franco explains why it's good to feel good about yourself — and shares a helpful memory technique that we've turned into a printable worksheet.

NPR News · 17 Sept 2026
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D.C. airspace is complicated. Experts say Trump's arch would add one more risk

The Trump administration wants to build its 250-foot arch near one of the country's busiest runways. The FAA will determine whether that poses a hazard. But independent experts already have concerns.

NPR News · 17 Sept 2026
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Head Start got her out of homelessness. Trump proposal threatens that help for others

A Trump administration proposal would change access to Head Start for children experiencing homelessness and the kind of care they would receive if they do get in.

NPR News · 17 Sept 2026
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Pediatricians raise the alarm on the effect of Trump's immigration crackdown on kids

The Trump administration has been pursuing a quiet immigration crackdown strategy: limiting access to health care and public services. The American Academy of Pediatrics is sounding the alarm about th

NPR News · 17 Sept 2026
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A Sikh truck driver is stabbed amid a rise in anti-South Asian rhetoric

The driver said he was shaken by a violent encounter at a rest stop, which he described as unprovoked.

NPR News · 17 Sept 2026
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Big questions - and key logistical details - loom ahead of China-U.S. summit

Despite the lingering questions, China remains optimistic about the summit.

NPR News · 17 Sept 2026
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People's houses are collapsing into the ocean. FEMA gives them no other option

Waterfront homes are collapsing along the coast. Homeowners generally have plenty of warning before their house buckles. So why aren't most houses removed, or at least emptied, before they fall?

NPR News · 17 Sept 2026
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Syrian man uncovers library hidden behind wall for 15 years

Abu Bilal built a secret wall in his home to protect his books from Syria’s former Assad regime.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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Netanyahu threatens to revoke Israeli citizenship of NAZA filmmakers

Israeli prime minister pledges to advance two bills aimed at addressing the 'immense damage' done to Israeli soldiers.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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Palestinians use radio to navigate Israeli occupation and pogroms

Al Jazeera’s Nida Ibrahim explains how Palestinians use local radio to navigate Israel's occupation and settler pogroms.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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‘Poor bear the impact’: Sugar prices soar in India, souring festive season

India is one of the world's largest sugar consumers, but usually produces much more.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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Morning news brief

The Fed raises interest rates for the first time in three years, protests over rising gas prices are being held around the world, Canada's prime minister speaks to European Parliament.

NPR News · 17 Sept 2026
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India warns new US tariffs over Russian oil could impact ties

New Delhi says it has 'made clear' its determination to 'protect its trade and economic interests'.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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OpenAI flags new concerning AI behavior, to track model misalignment regularly

OpenAI has disclosed six reports on unexpected or concerning behavior in artificial-intelligence models. This includes models acting without authorization or evading oversight.

NPR News · 17 Sept 2026
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Israel weaponises AI for West Bank demolitions

AI tools push forced evictions of Palestinians, automating demolitions in occupied territories under Israeli control.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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OpenAI reports more incidents of models acting deceptively

The ChatGPT creator says it is introducing a public reporting framework to share unexpected AI behaviour.

Al Jazeera · 17 Sept 2026
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