Discord Reveals Data Breach Following Third-Party Compromise
Discord said a third-party customer services provider was compromised to access user data, with the attackers aiming to extort a financial ransom
Day: October 7, 2025
First Thing: Israelis gather to mark two years since 7 October Hamas attack
A rally in Tel Aviv will call for release of remaining hostages in Gaza. Plus, global renewable energy generation surpasses coal for first timeDon’t already get First Thing in your inbox? Sign up hereGood morning.Israelis will gather across the country…
Can Emmanuel Macron break France’s political deadlock? – Financial Times
Can Emmanuel Macron break France’s political deadlock? Financial TimesWith Sébastien Lecornu’s Resignation, France Faces Increasing Turmoil The New York TimesFifth French PM quits in three years: Can Macron survive, and what’s nex…
Rethinking Sex: Intersex and Transgender Politics in Shia Islam
The recognition of trans identity in Iran is not a simple story of liberation, but a complex politico-theological act that simultaneously confirms and polices the boundaries of gender.
Liner contract rates fall for first time in a year
Drop in long-term contract rates puts shippers in the driving seat for 2026
At OpenAI’s DevDay, Sam Altman and Jony Ive spoke in vague terms about the “family of devices” currently under development; Altman says “it will take a while” (Wired)
Wired:
At OpenAI’s DevDay, Sam Altman and Jony Ive spoke in vague terms about the “family of devices” currently under development; Altman says “it will take a while” — “I don’t think we have an easy rel…
Pope Leo XIV to travel to Turkey and Lebanon next month on his first foreign trip
Pope Leo XIV plans to visit Turkey and Lebanon next month on his first foreign trip as pope.
Iran daily criticizes years of delay over CFT approval
The Jomhouri-e Eslami newspaper has sharply criticized Iran’s long delay in approving the CFT bill, arguing that the country was held back for seven years due to many obstacles, including opposition from a Friday prayer leader.
Saudi Arabia: King Salman orders 24-hour access to Madinah’s historic Masjid Al-Qiblatain for worshippers
King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has issued a royal directive opening Masjid Al-Qiblatain in Madinah 24 hours a day, effective October 6, 2025. This landmark decision ensures continuous access for Muslims to pray and reflect at the historic mosque, hi…
Europe has essentially become irrelevant, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu tells Euronews
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