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Seattle dockworkers support Boeing strikers

World Socialist Web Site 

Dockworkers are expressing their solidarity with the Boeing rank-and-file workers' revolt against the International Association of Machinists leadership.

UN experts call for establishing framework for global AI governance

Business Standard 

A high-powered UN advisory body said Thursday that global governance of artificial intelligence is imperative and urged the United Nations to lay the foundations for the first inclusive global institutions to regulate the fast-growing technology. In a 100-page report, the group said AI is transforming our world, offering tremendous potential for good from opening new areas of science and accelerating economic growth to improving public health, agriculture and optimizing energy grids. But left ungoverned... Читать дальше...

Kashmir remained closed for 3000 days in last three decades, not even for 8 hours in last five years

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed the BJP's commitment to restoring statehood to Jammu and Kashmir, criticizing Congress, National Conference, and People's Democratic Party for failing the region. Modi highlighted the improved security situation and promised developmental initiatives, including free electricity and solar panels, if BJP comes to power in J&K.

Youth activists plan protests to demand action on climate as big events open in NYC

«SFGate» (sfgate.com) 

Activists are gearing up for protests around the world to demand action on climate change just as a pair of major weeklong climate events were getting underway in New York City. The planned actions in Berlin, Brussels, Rio de Janeiro, New Delhi and elsewhere were being organized by the youth-led group Fridays for Future. The group’s New York chapter planned a march across the Brooklyn Bridge followed by a rally that organizers hoped would attract at least 1,000 people. New York is hosting Climate Week NYC... Читать дальше...

Israel warned US about operation in Lebanon but gave no details: Officials

Business Standard 

Israel warned US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in a call Tuesday that a military operation was going to take place in Lebanon but gave no details, US officials said Thursday. The same day of the call, in an attack widely blamed on Israel, thousands of pagers belonging to Hezbollah militants exploded. The call was one of four between Austin and Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant this week as attacks have spiked between Israel and Hezbollah, fuelling worries that they could escalate into a wider regional war. Читать дальше...

Polysilicon prices forecast to rise on Chinese production cuts

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

The declines in production are being abetted by seasonal factors including a week-long public holiday in early October and drier weather reducing hydropower output and pushing up power costs, the China Silicon Industry Association said in a statement on Wednesday.

Surprisingly old Blackhawks open training camp hoping to build more consistency

Chicago Sun-Times 

The Blackhawks will soon be young, but for now, they are old.

Veteran defenseman Seth Jones, who will turn 30 in a few weeks, looked around Fifth Third Arena during the first on-ice day of training camp Thursday and saw plenty of guys older than him.

Newly named captain Nick Foligno is 36 and turning 37 next month. Newly signed defensemen Alec Martinez and T.J. Brodie are 37 and 34, respectively. Newly signed forwards Pat Maroon and Craig Smith are 36 and 35, respectively. There's also 32-year-olds Taylor Hall and Petr Mrazek... Читать дальше...

'Will be valued more when they're gone': Karthik on Ashwin & Jadeja

Timesofindia.indiatimes.com (sports) 

Dinesh Karthik lauded Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja for their pivotal partnership on the opening day of the Test against Bangladesh in Chennai. Ashwin's unbeaten century and Jadeja's composed 86* led India to 339/6 after a top-order collapse, showcasing their experience with an unbeaten 195-run stand that turned the momentum in India's favor.

Phoenix Overseas IPO opens. Check issue size, price band, GMP and other details

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Phoenix Overseas will launch its SME IPO today, aiming to raise Rs 36 crore. The IPO includes fresh equity shares and an offer for sale, with a price band of Rs 61-64 per share. The company is involved in trading and exporting agricultural products and manufacturing fashion accessories. The subscription period runs from September 20 to September 24.