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"Buying Up and Destroying Books for AI Training"... U.S. Civic Groups Urge Antitrust Investigation civil society groups have called for an investigation into the practice of major tech companies buying up and destroying books on a massive scale for artificial intelligence training. SBS Aug 22, 2026 1:50 PM

Tesla Recalls 3 Million Vehicles in China Over Door Handle Safety Concerns Tesla is launching a massive recall in China. Bloomberg reported that Tesla is recalling approximately 3 million vehicles after China's State Administration for Market Regulation pointed out safety issues with the electric vehicle's flush door handles. SBS Aug 22, 2026 1:10 PM

"North Korean Troops Deployed to Russia Reach 8,500… Including Reconnaissance and Attack Drone Units" North Korean officers are holding tactical discussions with Russian forces. The Ukrainian intelligence agency has claimed that the number of North Korean troops deployed to Russia has now reached 8,500, including drone units capable of conducting reconnaissance and attacks on targets inside Ukraine. SBS Aug 22, 2026 12:35 PM

Tesla to Recall 3 Million Vehicles in China Over Door Handle Safety Concerns US electric vehicle maker Tesla is rolling out a massive recall of approximately 3 million vehicles in China. SBS Aug 22, 2026 12:31 PM

"North Korean Troops Deployed to Russia Estimated at 8,500... Including 400 Drone Operators" The Ukrainian intelligence agency has claimed that the number of North Korean troops deployed to Russia has now reached 8,500, including a drone unit capable of reconnoitering or attacking targets inside Ukraine. SBS Aug 22, 2026 12:28 PM

"Chanel and Omega in Pyongyang Department Store... Prosperity Grew, But Limits to Fundamental Changes Remain" The British daily Financial Times reported on the 21st that North Korea is experiencing a construction boom and active luxury consumption. SBS Aug 22, 2026 10:25 AM

Smart Ring Maker Oura Faces Class Action Lawsuit in US Over 'False Advertising' on Sleep Tracking Accuracy According to the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California on the 21st , Clarkson Law Firm filed the class-action lawsuit against Oura, representing California resident Madison Server as the lead plaintiff. SBS Aug 22, 2026 9:22 AM

"We Hacked 670,000!" "Oh? Really?"… French Tax Authority Hacked, Why? / AFTER 8 SPECIAL 1. France Flabbergasted After Tax Authority Hacked The French tax authority has been hacked. SBS Aug 22, 2026 9:05 AM

TikTok Agrees to Record $400 Million Settlement in US Child Privacy Lawsuit 550 billion won) to settle a lawsuit alleging violations of U.S. children's privacy laws. SBS Aug 22, 2026 8:22 AM

Tesla Issues Massive Recall for 3 Million Vehicles in China Over Door Handle Safety Concerns electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla is undertaking a massive recall in China. Bloomberg reported on the 21st that Tesla is recalling approximately 3 million vehicles after China's State Administration for Market Regulation pointed out safety issues with the electric flush door handles on the vehicles. SBS Aug 22, 2026 8:19 AM