Author: Rachel Maddow

UBS AG, the cornerstone of Swiss banking, now faces mounting international scrutiny amid allegations that it continues to hold assets connected to accounts dating back to the Nazi era. What began as a quiet legal effort in Vienna has grown into a cross-continental controversy threatening to draw in regulators from Washington to Brussels. Forgotten Deposits Spark Global Legal Battle Viennese attorney Dr. Gerhard Podovsovnik and Rabbi Ephraim Meir have reignited the long-dormant issue of missing Jewish assets once held by Basler Handelsbank, a bank later merged into UBS. Their claims build upon extensive reporting by Eric Frey in Der Standard…

Gamers will wait longer for Grand Theft Auto VI after Rockstar Games announced another release delay. The studio confirmed the new launch date as 19 November 2026. This marks the second postponement, following an earlier push from May 2026. Rockstar originally planned to release the game in autumn this year. The company asked fans for patience, saying it needs extra time to meet the high standards players “expect and deserve.” Chaos and Freedom in Vice City The game lets players drive, fight, and steal across open streets without restriction. They can collect luxury cars, bikes, and boats while escaping police…

AI systems lose their safety controls during long conversations, increasing the risk of harmful or inappropriate replies, a new report revealed.A few simple prompts can override most safety barriers in artificial intelligence tools, according to the study. Cisco Tests Major AI Models Cisco examined the large language models powering chatbots from OpenAI, Mistral, Meta, Google, Alibaba, Deepseek, and Microsoft. The company measured how many prompts it took before the systems shared unsafe or illegal information.Researchers ran 499 conversations using “multi-turn attacks,” where users asked several consecutive questions to trick AI tools into ignoring safeguards. Each exchange involved five to ten…

Australia announced a nationwide ban on children under 16 from using major social media platforms starting December 10. The government added Reddit and livestreaming platform Kick to the existing list of restricted sites, which already includes Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, Threads, X, and YouTube. Communications Minister Anika Wells said the law imposes a world-first requirement for platforms to delete accounts belonging to underage users. Any platform that fails to take reasonable measures could face fines of up to 50 million Australian dollars (€28.3 million). “We have met with several social media platforms so they know there’s no excuse for ignoring…

Belgian authorities closed the airspace above Brussels Zaventem Airport on Tuesday night after multiple drone sightings. The public broadcaster VRT reported that all flights were suspended as officials investigated the incursions. The first drone appeared around 8 p.m., forcing immediate flight diversions to Ostend-Bruges and Charleroi Brussels South airports. Brussels Airport briefly reopened but closed again after a second drone was detected overhead. Liège Airport, which initially received diverted aircraft, also suspended operations following a separate drone sighting. The public company skeyes, responsible for managing Belgium’s civil airspace, confirmed it redirected flights and coordinated with aviation police to secure the…

Nigeria faces growing tension after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered the Pentagon to plan possible military action against Islamist extremists in the country. Trump accused Nigeria’s government of allowing the “killing of Christians” and warned that the U.S. might halt aid and launch strikes. “If Nigeria continues to allow these atrocities, the U.S.A. will go in ‘guns-a-blazing’ to wipe out the terrorists,” Trump declared on social media. “If we attack, it will be fast, vicious, and sweet, just like the terrorist thugs attack our CHERISHED Christians.” Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu rejected the threat and offered to meet Trump to…

Major League Baseball (MLB) announced a strategic investment in Jomboy Media to enhance its digital content and fan-engagement platforms. The move signals MLB’s commitment to reaching broader audiences through innovative media channels. Jomboy Media is known for its engaging sports commentary, viral content, and interactive fan experiences. With MLB’s support, the company plans to scale its operations, offering more real-time highlights, podcasts, and digital programming tailored to baseball fans. The partnership aims to strengthen MLB’s online presence and create new ways for fans to connect with the sport. Analysts say this investment aligns with the league’s goal of modernizing its…

A massive landslide struck Kenya’s western Rift Valley on Saturday, killing at least 21 people and leaving over 30 missing. Continuous heavy rains triggered the disaster, sweeping through the hilly region of Chesongoch in Elgeyo Marakwet County. Authorities reported that more than 1,000 homes have been destroyed as torrents of mud buried large parts of the community. Rescue teams continue searching for survivors despite ongoing rainfall. The government confirmed that emergency operations remain active across the affected area as families desperately look for missing relatives. Survivors Describe a Night of Chaos Residents said they heard a deafening roar before the…

A new global study found that artificial intelligence responds most accurately to prompts written in Polish, with English ranking only sixth. The University of Maryland and Microsoft tested 26 languages across several major AI systems to determine which languages machines process most effectively. Researchers expressed surprise at the findings, noting that English—often considered the default AI language—did not lead. “English finished sixth when we evaluated longer texts, while Polish produced the strongest performance overall,” the report stated. The study involved AI models from OpenAI, Google Gemini, Qwen, Llama, and DeepSeek, each tested with identical instructions translated into different languages. Machines…

Nasdaq, Inc. has been recognized as one of America’s “Climate Leaders” for its efforts to reduce emissions intensity and commit to net-zero goals. The recognition, awarded by a leading media and data organization, highlights the growing importance of corporate climate action in the United States. The company has implemented measurable strategies to cut emissions across its operations. By targeting both direct operations and broader value-chain impacts, Nasdaq demonstrates a comprehensive approach to environmental responsibility. High ratings for emissions reduction reflect the company’s focus on scope 1 and 2 emissions, which cover direct operational emissions and those from purchased energy. Nasdaq…