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Sep 12, 2026 · 4m

Summary

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei urges the AI industry to slow development and embed third-party safety evaluators amid growing control concerns. President Trump visits Ireland, praising the relationship while criticizing other European allies over Iran support. Rising diesel prices hit farmers and logistics as the national average hits a record high. North Korea launches missiles following joint US, South Korean, and Japanese drills, while the Atlantic hurricane season sets a record for its quiet start due to El Nino.

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Anthropic CEO calls for AI industry to slow down Trump's diplomatic golf trip to Ireland Rising diesel costs and impact on farmers North Korea launches missiles after joint drills Record quiet start to Atlantic hurricane season Pacific storm activity and show sign-off On This American Life podcast promotion
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