After suing Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg, a Florida jury awarded Maya Kowalski’s family $211 million. Dyan Neary examines how the case highlights the controversy and potential risks associated with child abuse diagnoses and the devastating impact of false allegations on families. Read by Betsy Foldes Meiman.

The Cut

What happened to Maya

A new approach to geothermal energy makes it possible to tap the energy of hot rocks just about anywhere. Gregory Barber reports on how a pilot plant in Nevada is now helping to power Google data centres. Read by Michael Satow.

WIRED

A new type of geothermal power plant just made the Internet a little greener

American Airlines is making its first carbon-removal deal, working with a startup that says it has slashed the cost of pulling carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Ed Ballard and Amrith Ramkumar report on this carbon-removal purchase, one of the first by an airline. Read by Betsy Foldes Meiman.

The Wall Street Journal

The newest airline climate solution? Burying sawdust

“It’s not going to be a good time to buy a house for a really long time,” Annie Lowrey writes. How long? Maybe not until 2030 or later. Read by Marni Penning.

The Atlantic

It will never be a good time to buy a house

Our daily selection of the global stories that really matter is presented by our host, Manish Verma.

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We look at two emerging projects that could help revolutionize sustainability efforts globally.

American Airlines is making its first carbon-removal deal, working with a startup that says it has slashed the cost of pulling carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. The Wall Street Journal report on this carbon removal purchase is one of the first by an airline.

A new approach to geothermal energy makes it possible to tap the energy of hot rocks just about anywhere. WIRED reports on how a pilot plant in Nevada is now helping to power Google data centres.

Informed

The new climate solutions that might just make a difference

‘Hope Sogni’ is launching a hypothetical FIFA election campaign to represent women and show that the game could be run differently. Suzanne Wrack considers whether AI challenges the power structures within football and brings a different perspective to the FIFA table. Read by Emma Powell.

The Guardian

Meet the AI-created football expert aiming to teach Infantino a lesson

Microsoft Chief Executive Satya Nadella made a huge bet on the world’s hottest AI company. After it nearly blew up on him, he now emerges with closer ties to its leader, Sam Altman. Ben Cohen and Tom Dotan explore how challenges remain. Still, the leaders of Microsoft and OpenAI share a vision for the future of AI and its potential for both their companies and humanity as a whole. Read by Karl Miller.

The unexpected winner in the craziest week in AI

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From court allegations to scientific research, we examine the reality of the internet's perceived harms.

Research carried out by the Oxford Internet Institute revealed no substantiated proof endorsing the assertion that engaging in internet activities, such as social media browsing and gaming, significantly damages mental health on a broad scale. The Financial Times examines how researchers underscored the necessity for more definitive evidence before enacting regulations targeting this matter.

A recently unsealed legal complaint alleges that ​Meta intentionally designed their platforms to addict ​children and allowed ​underage users to have accounts. However, as The Guardian reports, the company argues that it has implemented safety measures for teens and supports parental approval requirements for app downloads by minors.

From court allegations to scientific research: the reality of the internet's perceived harms

He first became prime minister in 1996 and has been pushing the country further right ever since. Most agree his political days are numbered – but the approach he established will prove very difficult to shift. Joshua Leifer reflects on the collapse of Benjamin Netanyahu’s entire political project. Read by Jonathan Booth.

The Netanyahu doctrine: how Israel’s longest-serving leader reshaped the country in his image

A recently unsealed legal complaint alleges that ​Meta intentionally designed their platforms to addict ​children and allowed ​underage users to have accounts. However, Kari Paul reveals the company argues that it has implemented safety measures for teens and supports parental approval requirements for app downloads by minors. Read by Emma Powell.

Meta designed platforms to get children addicted, court documents allege

Research carried out by the Oxford Internet Institute revealed no substantiated proof endorsing the assertion that engaging in internet activities, such as social media browsing and gaming, significantly damages mental health on a broad scale. Tim Bradshaw examines how researchers underscored the necessity for more definitive evidence before enacting regulations targeting this matter. Read by Michael Bott.

Financial Times

Internet use does not appear to harm mental health, study finds

Charlie Munger, shaped the investing style that made him and Warren Buffett billionaires. Eric Platt reflects on the life of the American businessman, investor, and philanthropist. Read by Jonathan Booth.

Charlie Munger, Berkshire Hathaway vice-chair, 1924-2023

Indonesia is set to be the sixth-largest economy in the world by 2027. However, with the president's departure next year, this giant democracy of 270 million people faces big questions over its trajectory. The Financial Times explores President Widodo's plans before his departure, focusing on infrastructure and the nickel industry for economic growth. Read by Gary Furlong.

Is Indonesia finally set to become an economic superpower?

The relationship between ​Benjamin Netanyahu and ​Hamas has entered a new phase as both leaders face potential challenges to their power. Steve Hendrix and Hazem Baloushat examine how Netanyahu, who initially pledged to destroy Hamas, pursued a strategy that allowed Hamas to govern ​Gaza, drawing criticism from traumatized ​Israelis who blame him for the recent ​attacks.

Meanwhile, Hamas, facing a military onslaught and public dissatisfaction, may not survive in its current form, but a change in leadership may not address the dire situation faced by the people of Gaza. Read by Michael Satow.

The Washington Post

Netanyahu and Hamas depended on each other. Both may be on the way out

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The relationship between ​Benjamin Netanyahu and ​Hamas has entered a new phase as both leaders face potential challenges to their power.

The Washington Post examine how Netanyahu, who initially pledged to destroy Hamas, pursued a strategy that allowed Hamas to govern ​Gaza, drawing criticism from traumatized ​Israelis who blame him for the recent ​attacks. Meanwhile, Hamas, facing a military onslaught and public dissatisfaction, may not survive in its current form. Still, a change in leadership may not address the dire situation faced by the people of Gaza.

Then, the recent deal between Israel and Hamas to pause hostilities and release some Israeli hostages reflects a shift in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's approach. Still, it doesn't indicate a softening of his position. The Guardian reflects on why the deal, influenced by pressure from the hostage families and the recognition that the IDF and security establishment have a broader duty, may lead to a temporary truce and limited aid deliveries, but the future remains uncertain.

Is time up for Hamas and Netanyahu?

A new series has premiered on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. It’s a move that shows how studios are dipping into social video as more people watch on their phones. Amanda Hoover explores how this new form targets mobile viewers with short, attention-grabbing episodes amid the rising trend of watching TV shows on social media. Read by Gina Rogers.

TikTok is the new TV

Elon Musk’s satellite internet business may soon face competition from Amazon. The Economist asks if this could bring the entrepreneur back down to Earth.

The Economist

SpaceX tests Starship, and prepares to face down Amazon

The recent deal between Israel and Hamas to pause hostilities and release some Israeli hostages reflects a shift in Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's approach. Still, it doesn't indicate a softening of his position. Simon Tisdall reflects on why the deal, influenced by pressure from the hostage families and the recognition that the IDF and security establishment have a broader duty, may lead to a temporary truce and limited aid deliveries, but the future remains uncertain. Read by Michael Bott.

The pressure on Netanyahu is starting to tell – this truce shows something has changed

In Europe and elsewhere, the surge of right-wing politics looks very different from the extreme nationalism of the past. Max Hastings examines the recent rise of populist leaders worldwide. Read by Jonathan Booth.

Bloomberg

How the populists learned to love their nations’ enemies

The far-right Dutch politician Geert Wilders gained popularity by appealing to the electorate's concerns about immigration and falling living standards. Andy Bounds examines how his unexpected victory at the polls reflects the normalisation of far-right politics and the appeal of his anti-immigrant stance. Read by Michael Bott.


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