North Korea reveals new uranium enrichment facility at Yongbyon, IAEA confirms
The International Atomic Energy Agency reported that North Korea has constructed a new uranium enrichment facility at its main Yongbyon nuclear complex, capable of housing 28 centrifuge cascades, and expanded operations at its Kangson site. IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi warned these developments significantly advance North Korea's ability to produce weapons-grade uranium, calling the developments a "cause for serious concern." The findings were shared with the UN Security Council.
Federal court vacates Trump-era immigration policies targeting immigrants based on country of origin
A federal judge in Rhode Island has vacated Trump-era immigration policies that suspended visa processing and halted asylum based on applicants' country of origin. The ruling found the policies unlawfully discriminated against noncitizens by imposing nationality-based restrictions, leaving immigrants from dozens of countries in legal limbo while preserving continuity of processing during appeal.
Fed rate hike next week appears almost certain after August inflation data
August inflation data showing persistent price pressures has shifted market expectations, making a Federal Reserve rate hike at the September 17-18 FOMC meeting nearly certain. The probability surged from roughly 59% to 88-90% in one week following the CPI report.
CVC Capital Partners faces shareholder revolt over €10.7bn Recordati take-private
A consortium led by CVC Capital Partners and Groupe Bruxelles Lambert launched a €10.7 billion bid to take Recordati private at €51.29 per share, but the deal faces significant opposition from independent directors, shareholder groups, and advisory firms who argue the valuation undervalues the company. While Rossini, the controlling shareholder, has committed to tender its 47 percent stake, the board is split and minority shareholders are organizing against the offer.
Pentagon explores $5 billion loan to AI startup Fluidstack for U.S. data-center infrastructure
The U.S. Department of Defense's Office of Strategic Capital is in talks to lend approximately $5 billion to AI cloud startup Fluidstack. The proposed loan aims to strengthen the U.S. data-center supply chain and support domestic AI infrastructure development, potentially marking one of the largest direct government investments in a neocloud startup.
Federal appeals court blocks Trump administration bid to keep Michigan coal plant open
A federal appeals court ruled that the Department of Energy exceeded its authority by attempting to force Consumers Energy's JH Campbell plant to remain open past its scheduled 2025 retirement date, upholding a lower court decision and allowing the closure to proceed as planned.
Apple opens Core AI framework to third-party developers at WWDC 2026
At WWDC 2026, Apple announced it is opening its Core AI framework to third-party developers for the first time, allowing custom large language models to run locally on Apple Silicon. The move coincides with updates to the Foundation Models framework and includes a billion-dollar deal with Google for model training, marking a significant shift toward developer accessibility while deprecating SiriKit in favor of the new App Intents system.
Carín León Featured on FIFA World Cup 2026’s First Official Single “Lighter”
Mexican regional artist Carín León is featured on "Lighter," the first official song released for the FIFA World Cup 2026, paired with American country-rock artist Jelly Roll. The track was revealed by FIFA on Tuesday as the inaugural single from the tournament's official soundtrack, fulfilling a lifelong dream for León, who is a self-described soccer fan.