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• Scientists from Oregon State University and the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research have identified 16 'tipping elements' across Earth's systems, including the Greenland Ice Sheet, Amazon rainforest, and Atlantic Ocean's overturning current, that could trigger a 'hothouse Earth trajectory' if pushed past critical temperature thresholds. • Atmospheric CO2 has reached 422.5 parts per million, about 50% higher than pre-industrial levels, with researchers warning that triggering one tipping element could push others closer to their own thresholds in a cascading effect. • The study, published in One Earth, distinguishes between a 'hothouse trajectory'—a direction of travel that could theoretically be interrupted—and a 'hothouse state,' where the planet would be locked into extreme, sustained heat and seas many meters higher.

• The US Department of Defense designated Palantir's Maven Smart System as a core program for operations planning, per a March 9, 2026 memorandum by Deputy Secretary Steven Feinberg. • The status ensures stable long-term funding and permanent AI integration across all US armed forces branches. • Maven has supported thousands of strikes in the Middle East, including Iran, in recent weeks.

Weakening system expected to bring severe weather across parts of NT already saturated from recent rains and flooding. Follow live updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastWelcome to another Sunday Guardian live blog.We’ll continue to bring you the latest on Tropical Cyclone Narelle, which crossed the Northern Territory coast early this morning as a severe category three system, and will continue moving west bringing rain and dangerous storm surges across the Top End.Within this severe weather warning zone, we will see 24-hour rainfall totals of between 180 to 230 millimetres and some isolated locations could see more than 300mm, particularly to the north of Katherine, and this could produce dangerous and life-threatening flash flooding. Continue reading...

Families, advocates and lawmakers say poor care, opaque investigations and bureaucracy leave deaths unexplainedSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxThe circumstances of many of the record number of deaths in US immigration custody under the second Trump administration have left loved ones often searching in vain for answers amid a lack of transparency over key investigations.Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) reports mandated by Congress, autopsy reports and 911 calls collected by the Guardian raise questions about the quality of medical care, allegedly inadequate or haphazard responses to emergencies, and contraction of diseases and infections inside detention facilities that in some cases contributed to detainee deaths. Continue reading...

• Deputy Secretary of Defense Steve Feinberg declared Palantir's Maven Smart System an official program of record in a March 9 letter, locking in long-term use of Palantir's weapons-targeting technology across the U.S. military. • Feinberg stated embedding Maven would provide warfighters "with the latest tools necessary to detect, deter, and dominate our adversaries in all domains," with implementation expected by the close of fiscal year 2026 in September. • Maven is a command-and-control software platform that analyzes battlefield data and identifies targets; it is already the primary AI operating system for U.S. military operations.

Gwyn Samuels, who committed crimes as James Bubb, befriended both victims online befriended both victims onlineA Metropolitan police officer who raped a girl and a woman after “systematically” grooming them both online has been jailed for 24 years.James Bubb, who now identifies as a woman named Gwyn Samuels, first sexually assaulted the girl when she was just 12 years old after befriending her online in 2018, the trial at Aylesbury crown court was told last year. Continue reading...

• Hughes Network Systems won a US Air Force Research Laboratory contract under the RAPID program to develop hybrid satellite networks blending military, allied, and commercial systems. • The project explores software-defined networking, AI, and machine learning for resilient communications in contested environments, routing data across space and terrestrial links. • Aimed at improving military connectivity for command centers and tactical forces, it supports broader DoD efforts like Enterprise SATCOM for flexible bandwidth management.

Exclusive: eSafety commission pointed to Musk’s promise that ‘removing child exploitation is priority #1’ in letter obtained by Guardian Australia The Australian online safety regulator warned Elon Musk’s X amid the Grok sexualised image generation scandal that it found child abuse material was “particularly systemic” on X and more accessible than “any other mainstream service”, correspondence obtained by Guardian Australia reveals.The eSafety commissioner wrote to X in January after its chatbot Grok was used to generate sexualised images of women and children online, in what the prime minister, Anthony Albanese, described as “abhorrent”. Continue reading...

• A powerful winter storm is impacting the Midwest, causing significant travel disruptions for millions of Americans as the system is forecast to move eastward. • The severe weather creates additional operational challenges across transportation networks already strained by various crises and conflicts affecting global commerce. • Forecasters warn of continued travel trouble as the storm progresses across the country over the coming days.

• An immigrant child died in ICE custody in Dallas, marking at least the 12th death in immigration detention since the beginning of 2026, raising renewed scrutiny of detention conditions and medical care protocols. • The death underscores ongoing concerns about oversight and accountability within the immigration enforcement system during a period of intensified deportation enforcement.

• Advanced Machine Intelligence raised over $1 billion in a major funding round on March 16, 2026, targeting AI systems specialized in reasoning, planning, and world models. • Investors are shifting capital toward alternative AI architectures beyond traditional large language models, prioritizing deep tech with strategic advantages. • This deal highlights the growing emphasis on startups with access to computational power and proprietary data in the US venture market.

Comfort Systems USA shares posted a 15% weekly gain ending March 13, 2026, forming an outside week upside reversal amid market weakness. The industrial firm's performance stands out as major indexes like the S&P 500 fell 0.6% and Nasdaq dropped 0.9% on Friday due to oil-driven volatility. This breakout signals potential in construction and HVAC sectors despite broader economic caution. Investors eye continued strength if support levels hold into next week.

Comfort Systems USA stock gained 15% for the week ending March 13, 2026, forming an outside week upside reversal pattern that caught investor attention amid market turbulence. The HVAC services provider demonstrated resilience with solid performance, positioning it as a potential leader in industrial stocks. This breakout underscores strength in infrastructure-related sectors as broader indexes like the S&P 500 approached their 200-day lines. Upcoming catalysts could include contract wins tied to US construction spending data.

Comfort Systems USA shares jumped 15% for the week ending March 13, 2026, forming an outside week upside reversal pattern after strong Friday gains. The company reported adjusted diluted earnings per share and revenue figures that beat expectations, driving the rally despite broader market weakness. This performance underscores resilience in construction and HVAC sectors amid economic slowdown concerns. Investors anticipate sustained growth if infrastructure spending continues.

Samsung announced at CES 2026 a vision to unify artificial intelligence across its entire device ecosystem, committing to integrate AI into new mobile devices, 4K and higher-resolution televisions, and home appliance lineups globally. The company positioned these intelligent devices as AI companions designed to understand user context and routines, functioning beyond traditional 'smart' gadgets to anticipate user needs and quietly enable personalized experiences. Samsung's latest televisions now feature Vision AI that analyzes content, user preferences, and viewing environments in real-time to automatically optimize picture and sound without manual adjustments, while home appliances transition from tools to true AI companions that master automated routines and reduce mental load of household chores. The company is launching a new Galaxy S Series this month as part of what it calls a 'new era of intelligence' intended to be both powerful and effortless for consumers.

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center has dramatically improved staff retention by reducing nursing turnover from 46% to approximately 4% through enhanced recruitment and community engagement strategies, as reported by CEO Rodney Reider on March 14, 2026. The health system hired 93 new providers and 40 additional nurses while adding nearly 160 beds to expand capacity and reduce emergency department wait times to 11–14 minutes on average. These infrastructure investments include new anesthesia machines, advanced imaging technology, and newly opened Cancer and Cardiovascular Centers, addressing critical workforce challenges that intensified during the COVID-19 pandemic when many nurses pursued travel opportunities. The improvements demonstrate how hospitals can retain staff by reinforcing community connections and workplace belonging beyond physical facilities.