WEBVTT 1 00:00:06.000 --> 00:00:10.790 Good morning. It's ten past eleven in the morning on Tuesday the 6th of October. 2 00:00:10.910 --> 00:00:13.250 This is Not Perfect News. I'm James. 3 00:00:13.370 --> 00:00:14.130 And I'm Julie. 4 00:00:14.250 --> 00:00:16.010 Here are today's main stories. 5 00:00:16.130 --> 00:00:21.610 Authorities in the United States are monitoring a suspected case of plague in Russia. 6 00:00:21.730 --> 00:00:26.610 A Saudi-led coalition has launched a new air campaign across several regions in Yemen. 7 00:00:26.730 --> 00:00:32.920 Flávio Bolsonaro has forced Brazil's presidential election into a second round run-off vote. 8 00:00:33.040 --> 00:00:40.100 Later, the latest in technology and AI, and today's feature: Pentagon restricts use of Anthropic AI tools. 9 00:00:40.220 --> 00:00:44.890 This programme is researched and voiced using AI, and every source is on our website. 10 00:00:45.590 --> 00:00:55.750 United States officials are monitoring reports of a suspected plague death in Russia. The nature of the illness has not been confirmed by local health authorities at this stage. 11 00:00:55.870 --> 00:01:06.420 A Saudi-led coalition has launched a new air campaign against targets in Yemen. The military action follows an escalation of hostilities between the coalition and regional forces. 12 00:01:06.540 --> 00:01:18.340 Australian politician Angus Taylor has pledged to deliver a significant reduction in national migration levels. He argues that the policy will help ease pressure on existing housing infrastructure. 13 00:01:18.460 --> 00:01:29.120 Flávio Bolsonaro has secured enough support to force Brazil's presidential election into a second round. Voters will return to the polls later this month to decide the outcome. 14 00:01:29.240 --> 00:01:38.000 A separatist party has claimed a clear victory in the latest Quebec provincial election. The result signals a significant shift in the political landscape of the region. 15 00:01:38.120 --> 00:01:49.720 New evidence suggests South Korean fuel shipments have reached Russia in violation of international sanctions. Authorities are now investigating how these supplies bypassed existing trade restrictions. 16 00:01:49.840 --> 00:01:51.850 Here's Julie with more of today's news. 17 00:01:52.550 --> 00:02:09.070 Thanks, James. The former radio presenter Alan Jones has appeared in court to face allegations involving a teenager. Prosecutors detailed private correspondence between the two as part of the ongoing legal proceedings. A judge will determine the next steps for the case later this month. 18 00:02:09.190 --> 00:02:22.490 A convicted gunman responsible for the attack at Fort Hood will face execution by firing squad. Officials confirmed this method following a legal review of state capital punishment protocols. The sentence is expected to be carried out within the coming year. 19 00:02:22.610 --> 00:02:38.080 Donald Trump has announced plans to end all taxpayer-funded political advertising. He stated that government resources should not support partisan campaigns or candidate promotion. This policy change will take effect across all federal departments starting in the new financial year. 20 00:02:38.200 --> 00:02:53.650 A United States Marine has been arrested on suspicion of murder in Okinawa. The incident has triggered renewed protests from local residents demanding changes to military base regulations. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the death. 21 00:02:54.350 --> 00:03:00.300 Meta, TikTok, and X have launched legal challenges against the UK regulator Ofcom. 22 00:03:00.420 --> 00:03:05.660 The companies are pushing back against specific data demands issued under the Online Safety Act. 23 00:03:05.780 --> 00:03:11.160 They argue that these requirements impose an unprecedented regulatory burden without clear justification. 24 00:03:11.280 --> 00:03:17.670 For its part, Ofcom insists the information is vital to evaluate how effectively new safety rules are working. 25 00:03:17.790 --> 00:03:24.300 TikTok claims the regulator ignored an existing monitoring system that already features built-in safeguards. 26 00:03:24.420 --> 00:03:30.780 Separately, Meta is challenging the way Ofcom calculates the fees firms must pay under the legislation. 27 00:03:30.900 --> 00:03:36.840 This dispute marks a major test for the enforcement powers granted by the twenty twenty-three Online Safety Act. 28 00:03:36.960 --> 00:03:43.070 Ofcom does hold the power to fine companies up to ten per cent of their global turnover for serious breaches. 29 00:03:43.190 --> 00:03:47.750 At the heart of the standoff is the scope of information requested by officials. 30 00:03:47.870 --> 00:03:52.910 The firms argue the scale of data sharing requested is disproportionate to the stated goals. 31 00:03:53.030 --> 00:03:59.200 They express concern that turning over such granular detail could compromise proprietary systems and user privacy. 32 00:03:59.320 --> 00:04:05.750 Regulators maintain that without this level of transparency they cannot hold platforms accountable for harmful content. 33 00:04:05.870 --> 00:04:11.580 The outcome of these court proceedings will likely shape how strictly the new laws are applied in practice. 34 00:04:11.700 --> 00:04:16.420 Legal experts suggest this is merely the opening round of a long battle over digital oversight. 35 00:04:16.540 --> 00:04:21.490 Both sides are now preparing for a series of hearings to resolve these fundamental questions. 36 00:04:21.610 --> 00:04:28.580 It seems the digital giants and the regulator are still very much in the early stages of learning how to talk to one another. 37 00:04:28.700 --> 00:04:30.560 Here's James with today's feature. 38 00:04:31.260 --> 00:04:38.420 Thanks, Julie. The United States Department of Defence has stopped using tools from the artificial intelligence company Anthropic. 39 00:04:38.540 --> 00:04:44.350 Officials have officially designated the firm as a supply chain risk citing national security concerns. 40 00:04:44.470 --> 00:04:50.980 For the average person this highlights the growing friction between rapid technological development and government oversight. 41 00:04:51.100 --> 00:04:55.990 Anthropic executives maintain that their products have not compromised any government systems. 42 00:04:56.110 --> 00:05:01.680 The company says it is willing to comply with new Australian laws that require firms to report data breaches. 43 00:05:01.800 --> 00:05:08.220 Meanwhile both Anthropic and OpenAI are lobbying for Australia to relax copyright laws to help train their models. 44 00:05:08.340 --> 00:05:14.930 The firm recently introduced text watermarking to align with the requirements of the European Union AI Act. 45 00:05:15.050 --> 00:05:21.960 Regulators will now monitor how these restrictions impact the broader adoption of private sector AI tools. 46 00:05:22.080 --> 00:05:27.190 It seems even the most advanced machines are finding it hard to pass a security clearance. 47 00:05:27.310 --> 00:05:30.940 I suppose that is one way to keep the computers on their toes. 48 00:05:31.060 --> 00:05:37.730 The Pentagon decision marks a significant shift in how federal agencies approach third party software providers. 49 00:05:37.850 --> 00:05:45.070 This move follows a broader review of all artificial intelligence platforms currently integrated into internal department networks. 50 00:05:45.190 --> 00:05:51.150 Industry observers suggest this could trigger a wave of similar audits across other government departments in Washington. 51 00:05:51.270 --> 00:05:58.560 The focus remains firmly on how these complex algorithms handle sensitive data during their training and operational phases. 52 00:05:58.680 --> 00:06:06.550 For now the department is directing staff to alternative tools that have already passed rigorous internal vetting processes. 53 00:06:06.670 --> 00:06:13.960 Experts note that establishing these boundaries is a necessary step as AI integration becomes more common in government work. 54 00:06:14.080 --> 00:06:17.720 Quite right, and perhaps a little digital humility goes a long way. 55 00:06:18.420 --> 00:06:22.000 Thanks, James. Before we go, a reminder of today's main stories. 56 00:06:22.120 --> 00:06:26.500 the saudi led coalition has launched a new air campaign across yemen today. 57 00:06:26.620 --> 00:06:31.980 in brazil flavio bolsonaro has forced the presidential election into a second round run off. 58 00:06:32.100 --> 00:06:37.090 You'll find all our sources, the transcript and chapters at news.notperfect.biz. 59 00:06:37.210 --> 00:06:41.960 This programme is made with AI, so please check the linked sources for anything important. 60 00:06:42.080 --> 00:06:44.390 That's all from us this morning. I'm Julie. 61 00:06:44.510 --> 00:06:47.340 And I'm James. Thanks for listening, and goodbye.