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US Declares Pakistani Group a Terrorist Organization

The U.S. State Department named Pakistan’s Balochistan Liberation Army and its Majeed Brigade as foreign terrorist groups after deadly attacks, including a 2025 train hijacking that killed 31. Pakistan’s army chief, visiting Florida, warned India of possible nuclear strikes and threatened to destroy dams on the Indus River. India rejected the threats as nuclear blackmail, while President Trump previously helped broker a ceasefire between the two nations in May.

Musk Threatens Apple with Antitrust Lawsuit

Elon Musk accused Apple of blocking AI competitors from reaching the top spot in its App Store, calling it an “unequivocal antitrust violation” and vowing that xAI will take legal action. He also criticized Apple for excluding X and Grok from its “Must Have” section despite their high global rankings. Apple, OpenAI, and xAI have not commented.

Trump Puts DC Police Under Federal Control to Combat Crime

U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro backed President Trump’s move to place Washington, D.C.’s police under temporary federal control and deploy the National Guard, aiming to crack down on violent crime and hold juvenile offenders more accountable. Trump pledged to make D.C. one of the world’s safest cities and called for charging some teens as adults after a high-profile carjacking incident. While federal officials cited youth gangs exploiting lenient laws, Mayor Muriel Bowser called the military deployment “unsettling” but promised cooperation.

2 Stocks Poised to Benefit from AI’s Power Demands

The AI Investor Podcast highlighted American Superconductor (AMSC) and Power Solutions International (PSIX) as potential winners from the energy bottleneck created by AI data center growth. AMSC develops high-temperature superconductors for efficient, reliable power transmission, while PSIX supplies engines in high demand for new facilities. Host Eric Bleeker noted America’s aging grid and cited other beneficiaries like GE Vernova, which has surged 92% this year on gas turbine demand.

Ford to Launch $30K EV Pickup in 2027

Ford will roll out a new line of affordable EVs in 2027, starting with a midsize pickup truck priced at $30,000, built at its Louisville, KY plant with a $2B investment. CEO Jim Farley said the move aims to match Chinese rivals like BYD on cost. Developed by a Tesla/Rivian-led skunkworks team, the EVs will use CATL’s lithium-iron-phosphate batteries to cut prices. Ford, facing declining EV sales and heavy losses in its EV division, expects the lineup to be profitable within a year.

Colorectal Cancer’s 4 Hidden Warning Signs

Colorectal cancer cases are rising among younger Americans, and symptoms may not appear early. Experts warn to watch for: bowel changes (diarrhea, constipation, narrow stools, or incomplete movements), persistent stomach pain, rectal bleeding, and unexplained weight loss or weakness. The Colorectal Cancer Alliance urges prompt medical attention for any such signs, as early detection greatly improves outcomes.

Calculator Predicts Stroke Risk for A-Fib Patients

Researchers have enhanced the standard CHA2DS2-VASc stroke risk calculator for atrial fibrillation patients by adding two blood tests that measure heart function and inflammation. The updated tool, dubbed CHA2DS2-VASc-Biomarkers, improves doctors’ ability to determine who would most benefit from blood thinners—potentially preventing strokes while reducing unnecessary bleeding risks. The new calculator is now available online for physician use.