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1. Google hit with criminal probe over unapproved AI data center deforestation — 816 acres of forest destroyed in Finland as wolves flee into local villages, facility threatens 40% power bill hikes Tom's Hardware · 30 Oct 2026

   A criminal investigation into the environmental damage caused by Google’s Finnish subsidiary has been launched . Tuike Finland Oy is being investigated after five complaints were received regarding the Muhos data center project, according to an official police statement published today [machine…

2. Kenyan links emerge in $200m US ‘ghost student’ fraud Punch · 30 Oct 2026

   The US Department of Justice has uncovered a $200m ‘ghost student’ fraud scheme, with investigators linking the activities to a network of Kenyan nationals Read More: https://punchng.com/kenyan-links-emerge-in-200m-us-ghost-student-fraud/

3. ASUU awards N1.1m scholarships to 11 UI students Punch · 30 Oct 2026

   The Academic Staff Union of Universities, University of Ibadan branch, has awarded scholarships worth a total of N1.1m to 11 indigent students of the insti Read More: https://punchng.com/asuu-awards-n1-1m-scholarships-to-11-ui-students/

4. Reps demand accountability from VCs, decry poor infrastructure Punch · 30 Oct 2026

   The House of Reps Committee on University Education has demanded accountability from VCs of federal universities over the use of funds and poor infrastruct Read More: https://punchng.com/reps-demand-accountability-from-vcs-decry-poor-infrastructure/

5. Tinubu need not attend every APC rally — Oshiomhole Punch · 30 Oct 2026

   Senator Adams Oshiomhole has defended President Tinubu’s decision not to attend every APC campaign rally, stating he must prioritise governance. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-need-not-attend-every-apc-rally-oshiomhole/

6. Nepal seeks recognition for six more 8,000-metre peaks Kathmandu Post · 30 Oct 2026

   The proposal would increase the number of internationally recognised peaks above 8,000 metres in Nepal from eight to 14, giving the country 14 of the world's 20 highest mountains.

7. Home ministry suspends private schools’ association Kathmandu Post · 30 Oct 2026

   The ministry says N-PABSON repeatedly ignored government directives and its office-bearers acted against its approved statute and founding objectives.

8. Baldur's Gate 3 custom campaign mod channels World of Warcraft with an adventure about undead former slaves fighting to reclaim a kingdom Rock Paper Shotgun · 30 Oct 2026

   The opening act of a Baldur's Gate 3 custom campaign mod which injects an adventure set in the World of Warcraft universe into Larian's RPG has been released. The mod, Forsaken, is another ambitious bit of work from a modder who recently expanded the second act of BG3's main story with a new region…

9. Consul Giandomenico Milano at the Government Museum in Chennai ANSA · 30 Oct 2026

   (ANSA) - ROMA, 30 OTT - The Italian Consul General in Bangalore, Giandomenico Milano, visited the Government Museum in Chennai, which houses an extraordinary collection of artistic and archaeological treasures, including the magnificent bronzes of South India. This museum of history and human…

10. 'Nobody Wants This' Is Making a Major Change to Its Formula Ahead of Season 4 Collider · 30 Oct 2026

    Nobody Wants This Season 3 shifts the focus away from Joanne and Noah, adding a new romantic dynamic to the show.