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Apple is in preliminary talks to license Google's Gemini AI model to enhance its Siri voice assistant, following setbacks in Siri's upgrade timeline. The company is internally testing two versions of Siri, one powered by its own models (Linwood) and another using external technology (Glenwood), while considering collaborations with other AI firms like Anthropic and OpenAI. Want More Context? 🔎

The US ambassador to France, Charles Kushner, expressed concern in a letter to President Emmanuel Macron regarding the rise of antisemitism in France, coinciding with remarks from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Both criticized Macron's comments on Israel and his plans for Palestinian statehood, linking them to increased hate crimes against Jews amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Want More Context? 🔎

A posthumous memoir by Virginia Roberts Giuffre, a prominent accuser of Jeffrey Epstein, titled "Nobody’s Girl: A Memoir of Surviving Abuse and Fighting for Justice," is set for release on October 21. Giuffre, who died by suicide in April, aimed to shed light on systemic failures in trafficking and share intimate details about her experiences with Epstein and influential figures like Prince Andrew. Want More Context? 🔎

The Black Ferns achieved a dominant 54-8 victory over Spain in their World Cup opener, demonstrating their intention to perform effectively despite a heavily altered starting line-up. After a shaky start marked by inaccuracies, the team found their rhythm and delivered a strong performance as noted by director of performance Allan Bunting. Want More Context? 🔎

A Home Office surveillance drone, identified as a Tekever AR5 Evolution MK2, caught fire and crashed on the M20 near Folkestone around 2 PM. Firefighters responded to the incident, which remains under investigation for its cause, while traffic delays occurred in the area as the drone, valued at £450,000, had previously been used for monitoring migrant crossings in the English Channel. Want More Context? 🔎

US authorities informed Kilmar Ábrego García, recently released from custody, of potential deportation to Uganda after he declined a plea deal for human smuggling charges, which would have led to his deportation to Costa Rica. His lawyers claim this is coercive, as he has no ties to Uganda, and he has until Monday to accept the plea or face expedited deportation proceedings. Want More Context? 🔎