The Pentagon just killed $5.1 billion in IT and consulting contracts with firms like Accenture and Deloitte, calling it ‘wasteful spending’

Wildfires around Bursa, Turkey's fourth-largest city, have forced over 3,500 residents to evacuate, resulting in four fatalities, including two volunteer firefighters. Fueled by unseasonably high temperatures and strong winds, the fires are part of a larger crisis affecting the country, with the government declaring disaster areas and launching prosecutions against 97 individuals related to the blazes. Want More Context? 🔎

A taxi driver in Singapore, Huzairi Hamzah, was fined S$2,500 for endangering safety by shining a laser pointer at a shuttle bus, distracting the driver and causing blurry vision while ferrying 30 passengers. The incident occurred on August 28, 2024, and was captured on CCTV; Huzairi initially denied intent but later pleaded guilty, facing a potential fine of up to S$2,500 or six months in jail. Want More Context? 🔎

川普總統對卡達贈送的波音747-8「空軍一號」的改裝費用表示不滿，該項目需約25億美元，且成本保密。最近的調查顯示，這筆神秘資金可能來自五角大廈的老化核導彈現代化計劃，並計劃在德州的秘密設施進行改裝，以增強飛機的通信和防護系統。 Want More Context? 🔎

At least five people, all security guards, were killed by a gunman who later took his own life at a market in Bangkok, Thailand. The police are investigating the shooter's identity and motives, confirming that no tourists were harmed; this incident adds to concerns about gun violence in the country, following previous attacks in recent years. Want More Context? 🔎

The Houthis in Yemen threatened to target any ships linked to companies that cooperate with Israeli ports, declaring this as part of their "fourth phase of the naval blockade" against Israel due to the ongoing Gaza conflict. This escalation follows over 100 attacks on commercial vessels since November 2023, significantly disrupting trade through the Red Sea and maintaining their campaign to support Gaza. Want More Context? 🔎

An emergency alert system will be tested on September 7 at 3 PM in the UK, sending high-pitched alarms to 87 million mobile devices to ensure the system's functionality. This nationwide drill aims to prepare the public for real emergencies and raise awareness, particularly among vulnerable groups, about the alerts' importance in life-threatening situations. Want More Context? 🔎