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Israel destroys vital fruit and veg market in West Bank

Post author:Charlie Jaay
Post published:4 June 2026
Post last modified:9 June 2026

Israeli occupation forces (IOF) have destroyed part of the central fruit and vegetable market in the West Bank town of Beita, South of Nablus. The market holds significant economical importance, with Palestinians from all over the West Bank coming to Beita to buy and sell produce. West Bank – Israel carries out destruction The demolition, carried out by a military bulldozer, took place on 1 June at around 2am. https://www.thecanary.co/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/one.mp4 https://www.thecanary.co/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/two.mp4 Bassem Al Jaghoub is a member of Beita Village Council. He told the Canary: Maybe 35 percent of the market has been destroyed this time. Six big shops were demolished,…

Companies abandon AI as prices skyrocket

Post author:Willem Moore
Post published:4 June 2026
Post last modified:9 June 2026

For the past few years, billionaires and their media lackeys have told us that the AI revolution is inevitable. Opposing this narrative, some are warning that the ‘generative AI’ technology in question lacks the competence or cost-effectiveness for such a transition. And the emerging signs are proving those naysayers correct: NEW: Uber is reportedly capping employee use of AI vibe-coding tools at $1,500 per month after blowing through its AI budget. — Polymarket (@Polymarket) June 2, 2026 Why now? Over the past few weeks, anyone who follows the AI industry will have noticed a big increase in stories like this: Microsoft…

Andoni Iraola’s Liverpool era begins

Post author:Faz Ali
Post published:4 June 2026
Post last modified:9 June 2026

Liverpool’s search for Arne Slot’s successor is over, with the club moving quickly. Andoni Iraola is expected on Merseyside to sign his contract. This completes a process driven by sporting director Richard Hughes, accelerated by urgency following Slot’s departure. Hughes leads appointment Liverpool reached a verbal agreement with Iraola on Tuesday, clearing the final hurdle in that process which Slot’s dismissal set in motion. Iraola will arrive to complete formalities, with a club announcement expected shortly after. The 43‑year‑old Spaniard has been the leading candidate throughout. Hughes identified early as a strong fit for Liverpool’s preferred tactical style and vision. The…

Former spy-chief-turned-arms-firm-adviser says military AI can be moral in shock to nobody

Post author:Joe Glenton
Post published:4 June 2026
Post last modified:9 June 2026

Ex-spy chief David Omand has decided military AI can be taught to be moral. Which is nice for him. And probably nice for the various private defence interests he advises too. The Guardian published an extended interview with Omand. He told the paper he used to think AI drones were a bad thing. But changed his mind: My call is to really get some work done on this, so that we’re not left in a situation where there isn’t a moral component built into future AI-powered weapon systems. Omand is an advisor to Paladin Capital Group. Paladin has major AI and cybersecurity…

What Roller Blinds Are Suitable for Commercial Spaces?

Post author:Nathan Spears
Post published:4 June 2026
Post last modified:9 June 2026

Most people pick window treatments for offices, hotels, or schools based on looks alone andpay for it later. The wrong blind fades, fails a fire inspection, or just gives out under regular wear. Getting the fabric right from the start saves thousands in replacement costs and frustration. So what roller blinds work in commercial spaces? The answer rests on three pillars: fabric type, light control capability, and fire safety compliance for your building category. This article breaks down the main options, what each one does, and where to use it. Fabric Types That Work in Commercial Settings Choosing blind fabric for…

UK ‘special operations’ soldier died at base Iran attacked in March

Post author:Joe Glenton
Post published:4 June 2026
Post last modified:9 June 2026

The UK military has named the soldier killed in Erbil, Iraq. An American soldier also died in what the allied nations say was a “training accident”. Lance Corporal James Freeman was a member of the Royal Anglian regiment. Iranian drones hit the base in March 2026. Freeman was a member of 1st Battalion The Royal Anglian Regiment. The battalion is part of the new army Special Operations Brigade. The British Army website describes the unit as: the fighting formation of the Land Special Operations Force (LSOF) and is equipped with Robotics and Autonomous Systems. The Ministry of Defence (MOD) posted on…

Private water company fined record £2m over hospitalising parasite outbreak

Post author:Cameron Baillie
Post published:4 June 2026
Post last modified:9 June 2026

One privately-owned water company has been fined almost £2m after it was found that its water supply was infested with the dangerous parasite cryptosporidium. The outbreak affected Brixham in Devon. The private utility firm was sentenced to this record fine for a drinking water offence at Exeter Magistrates’ Court. The prosecution was brought by the Drinking Water Inspectorate (DWI). The privately-owned firm plead guilty to supplying water unfit for human consumption at an earlier hearing, offering a “full and unreserved apology”. Four people were hospitalised out of an astonishing 140 confirmed cases of sickness and diarrhoea during the 54-day incident around…