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Business Brief (Sept. 14): China Calls for Better Computing Power Infrastructure

China warns U.S. to stop espionage activities, IT ministry unveils special action plan for ‘AI+ software’

Caixin Global · Sep 14

Taliban warned Osama bin Laden to step up his security post Kandahar hijack: CIA documents

CIA-released intelligence documents show the Taliban warned Osama bin Laden to tighten his security after the 1999 hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight IC-814, fearing the hostage crisis could be used to target him. The documents, part of 71 Presidential Daily Briefs released ahead of the 25th anniversary of 9/11, also…

The Economic Times · Sep 14

Monday briefing: What do Reform’s record-setting £72m donations mean for the party – and our politics?

In today’s newsletter: As Labour MPs scramble to realign later today around a bill that could stop donations like this in their tracks, a look at new game-changing donations to a party engulfed in financial scandals

The Guardian - UK · Sep 14

Former CIA official David Rush, found with 303 gold bars worth $40 million, reaches plea agreement

Federal prosecutors have reached a plea deal with David Rush's legal representatives, halting grand jury actions related to the stolen gold bars. Rush, previously associated with the CIA, now faces allegations linked to a fabricated classified program. The investigation revealed gold bars and luxury watches in his Virginia residence, raising…

The Times of India · Sep 13

Russian drone hits train near Ukraine-Poland border soon after visiting dignitaries passed through

A Russian drone struck a train near the Ukraine-Poland border shortly after senior visiting officials, including the former prime ministers of the U.K. and Sweden, passed through

The Independent UK · Sep 13

Frances Stonor Saunders obituary

Author and documentary-maker best known for her 1999 book about CIA-funded cultural espionage Who Paid the Piper?

The Guardian - UK · Sep 13

Billionaire Brewers owner Mark Attanasio ordered to give up $2million property after Malibu ‘stolen’ sand dispute. Here's what happened

Milwaukee Brewers owner Mark Attanasio is facing a major setback in his Malibu beach dispute after California officials approved a settlement requiring his company to dedicate a roughly $2 million beachfront property for public use. The agreement follows allegations that heavy machinery was used to remove sand, cobble stones and…

The Economic Times · Sep 13

Former CIA official found with $40 million in gold bars reaches tentative plea deal: What happened to David Rush and what prosecutors say he stole

A former CIA officer has reached a tentative plea agreement with federal prosecutors. David Rush allegedly stole over forty million dollars in gold and foreign currency. Investigators recovered hundreds of gold bars and millions in cash from his home. Prosecutors also claim he created a fake classified project to facilitate…

The Economic Times · Sep 13

‘Woman Unknown’ wins Venice’s Golden Lion as Mathilde Arcel takes best actress

Danish film 'Woman Unknown' secured the Golden Lion at Venice. Mathilde Arcel also won best actress for her role in the drama. John Malkovich received the best actor award for his CIA agent portrayal. A documentary on Gaza's civilian deaths also garnered significant attention. The festival highlighted global politics and…

The Economic Times · Sep 13

Former CIA official found with gold bars reaches tentative plea deal after charge of salary theft

A former CIA official has reached a tentative plea agreement after being charged with theft for inflating his salary

The Independent UK · Sep 12