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Bay of Bengal conference opens in Dhaka with call for closer regional ties
Prime Minister Tarique Rahman called for closer cooperation in trade, energy and climate as the three-day conference opened on 3 October.
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Hans Anders pauses Meta smart-glasses sales over privacy concerns
Eyewear retailer Hans Anders said on 2 October that it had suspended sales of Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses in the Netherlands and Belgium amid debate about privacy and their use.
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US suspends consular services in Brazil, citing security concerns
The United States suspended consular services at its embassy and consulates in Brazil from 2 October, citing security concerns ahead of the country’s election.
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G7 agrees to release 100 million barrels from energy reserves
G7 leaders agreed on 2 October to coordinate the release of 100 million barrels of oil and petroleum products through the International Energy Agency over four months.
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US adds 29,000 jobs in September; unemployment reaches 4.2%
The United States added 29,000 nonfarm payroll jobs in September, and unemployment was 4.2%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics release on 2 October.
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Four Crew-13 astronauts arrive at the International Space Station
SpaceX Crew-13 arrived at the International Space Station on 1 October. NASA’s 2 October update says the four arrivals brought the number aboard to 11.