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Nvidia's Huang warns China will 'win the AI race': FT

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang warned that China "is going to win" the race to develop next-generation artificial intelligence, urging Washington to speed up its efforts.

Hurriyet Daily News - World - 55 minutes ago

Why Zohran Mamdani's wife, Rama Duwaji, the first lady of New York, remained behind the scenes during the campaign

Rama Duwaji has a successful career as an illustrator, having worked for The New Yorker, The Washington Post, and Vogue

Independent UK - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

South Africans trapped in Donbas after joining Russia-Ukraine war, Ramaphosa says

It is unclear whether the citizens were fighting on behalf of Russia or Ukraine.

BBC News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Latest news bulletin | November 5th, 2025 – Morning - Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 5th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. 05/11/2025

Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 5th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Euronews - World - 2 hours ago

Ovechkin scores his 900th NHL goal in Capitals' win against Blues

The NHL now has a 900-goal club. Charter member: Alex Ovechkin, of course.

The Columbian - Sports - 3 hours ago

Trump reiterates nuclear threat in AI-generated VIDEO

The US president has again promised to restart nuclear testing “immediately,” following President Vladimir Putin’s moratorium warning

Russia Today - World - 3 hours ago

12 Dead After Engine Fell Off UPS Plane That Crashed During Takeoff at Louisville Airport

Eleven people died after a UPS aircraft crashed at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport on Nov. 4.

Epoch Times - US News - 6 hours ago

Mass shooting suspect remains free on $60K bond as judge rejects plea to increase amount

Alabama judge denies request to increase bond for shooting suspect despite community outcry. Javorick Whiting remains free after posting $60,000 bail.

Fox News - US News - 6 hours ago

Jamieson Greer explains the legal precedents for tariffs as the Supreme Court analyzes their usage

U.S. Trade Representative Amb. Jamieson Greer addresses the legal uniqueness of the word ‘tariff’ on ‘The Ingraham Angle.’

Fox News - Politics - 6 hours ago

IDF brings CBS News to edge of its control in Gaza -- The Israeli military brought our CBS News team for a rare look deep inside the Gaza Strip, to the Shejaiya neighborhood in the Palestinian territory's former de-facto capital, Gaza City. Holly Williams reports.

The Israeli military brought our CBS News team for a rare look deep inside the Gaza Strip, to the Shejaiya neighborhood in the Palestinian territory's former de-facto capital, Gaza City. Holly Williams reports.

CBS News - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Canadian aid cuts will bite deeply in global crisis zones, relief agencies say -- Yesterday

Ottawa will impose the $2.7-billion foreign aid cut over the next four years

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 9 hours ago

Israel says Hamas hands over additional remains believed to be those of a hostage

Ahead of the announcement, Hamas had returned the remains of 21 hostages to Israel under the terms of the ceasefire that began Oct. 10.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 10 hours ago

Shortage of prescription painkillers in Canada expected to last until 2026 -- Hannah Alberga -- News

Canadian pharmacists say a shortage of medications that contain oxycodone is expected to continue into the new year, while supply of another type of painkiller has increased since a countrywide disruption in the summer.

CBC News - Health - 10 hours ago

Sydney Sweeney gained 35 pounds, suffered concussion filming new movie

Sydney Sweeney shares her intense physical transformation for her Christy Martin biopic, explaining how she gained 35 pounds for the role.

Fox News - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

UPS plane's engine fell off during crash in Louisville, NTSB official says -- There was a fire in the UPS plane's left wing and the engine "detached" during takeoff from Louisville International Airport in Kentucky, the NTSB official said.

There was a fire in the UPS plane's left wing and the engine "detached" during takeoff from Louisville International Airport in Kentucky, the NTSB official said.

CBS News - US News - 10 hours ago

London's Khan hails Mamdani's victory in New York

RIO DE JANEIRO: London Mayor Sadiq Khan on Wednesday (Nov 5) hailed Zohran Mamdani's victory in the New York City mayoral race as "a fantastic win" and congratulated New Yorkers for choosing "hope over fea

Channel NewsAsia - World - 12 hours ago

Kris Mayes has now filed 31 lawsuits against the Trump administration

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has sued the Trump administration over SNAP benefits, birthright citizenship and more.

Phoenix New Times - US News - 12 hours ago

QB Power Rankings: Sayin claims No. 1; Manning back in top 50 -- College Football

The Buckeyes' redshirt freshman star is coming off another sterling performance

CBS News - Sports - 13 hours ago

Senior U.S. official praises Mali's military junta in fight against armed groups as pressure mounts

U.S. praise of Mali's junta and hint at cooperation with Mali's military leaders after years of a strained diplomatic relationship represents a public shift in the U.S. government’s stance.

Los Angeles Times - World - 13 hours ago

The AI physio approved to treat NHS patients without a human doctor

In this week’s ScaleUp Standard, we meet the founder of AI physio Flok, and take a look at how to deal with co-founder dynamics - because you’ll probably be spending more time with your business partner than your spouse.

Evening Standard - Business - 13 hours ago

Soccer -- 'I wasn't waiting for him to make the first swing' – James McClean says he threw punch at Cardiff fan in self-defence

Wrexham star James McClean has confirmed he threw a punch at a Cardiff fan in self-defence before last week’s all-Wales encounter in the Carabao Cup.

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Tariffs face uncertainty after Supreme Court. Here are potential market impacts

Wall Street is bracing for the fallout, with sweeping impacts expected but to an unknown degree.

CNBC - US News - 14 hours ago

Liberal MPs react to former Conservative Chris d'Entremont's move across the aisle

Liberal MPs respond to news of former Conservative Chris d'Entremont crossing the floor after the budget was tabled, prior to Wednesday's caucus meetings.

CBC News - Politics - 16 hours ago

'All's Fair' is getting vicious reviews. Is it so bad that it's good?

“All’s Fair,” the new Ryan Murphy drama starring Kim Kardashian, Niecy Nash and Naomi Watts on Hulu, is getting a ton of buzz. But buzz is not always a good thing.

CTV News - Politics - 16 hours ago

As soaring AI stocks take a turn, investors say not to panic yet -- Ankur Banerjee -- News

Markets in Asia and Europe took a hit Wednesday before Wall Street's muted open. For months, markets have ignored elevated interest rates, stubborn inflation, trade turmoil and a patchy global economy, leading some to worry about whether hopes surrounding AI were creating a bubble that could burst.

CBC News - Business - 17 hours ago

N.S. MP who left Conservatives explains why he joined Liberals

Nova Scotia MP Chris d'Entremont, who left the Conservatives to join the Liberals on budget day, says in recent months he didn't feel aligned with the ideals advanced by the Conservative leader — and wanted to work to build Canada and 'not continue to be negative.'

CBC News - Politics - 18 hours ago

F.E. Warren AFB Airman Found Dead Last Month Was Suspect in July Shooting, Court-Martial Reveals Cover-Up

CHEYENNE, Wyo. — The unidentified airman found dead in his dormitory at F.E. Warren Air Force Base on Oct. 8 was the same man accused of fatally shooting a fellow security forces member three months earlier, the 90th Missile Wing revealed this week.

Military.com - US News - 18 hours ago

Blast of arctic air invades Upper Midwest and Northeast next week, bringing early winter preview for millions

An early winter preview is forecast for the Upper Midwest, the Ohio Valley and the Northeast next week, as a strong dip in the polar jet stream is expected to plunge temperatures anywhere from 10-20 degrees below average for more than 200 million Americans.

Fox News - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

Dick Cheney's Death and Legacy, Praise from Pres. George W. Bush -- Former Vice President Dick Cheney died in Virginia on Nov. 4 at age 84 after complications from pneumonia and cardiac and...

Former Vice President Dick Cheney died in Virginia on Nov. 4 at age 84 after complications from pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease.

Military.com - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Pope Leo: Come home and use message of love to combat anti-immigration raids

Leo may not have an army, but he can marshal a national and international force capable of resisting ICE and rolling back these assaults. Also, food distributions, Dale Bowman's retirement, CTA smoking and United CEOs' palling around with Trump officials.

Chicago Sun-Times - Opinion - 21 hours ago

Colin Farrell explains why he's not a fan of his Miami Vice movie

‘That was my biggest misgiving with the film,’ star admits

Independent UK - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

Bush hails Cheney as 'the one I needed' as vice president

George W. Bush honors Dick Cheney's legacy following the former vice president's death, calling him a patriot and decent man in a heartfelt tribute.

Fox News - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

Multiple containers of food stored with no coverings: Dauphin County restaurant inspections, Nov. 5, 2025

The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, 866-366-3723, uses a risk-based inspection reporting process for restaurants and other food handlers.

Lancaster Online - Business - 23 hours ago

What's in that Duane Reade Bag!? Lily Allen's West End Girl Dishes Shocking Details and Total Bops. -- Culture Gabfest

Come for the lurid revelations about a celebrity divorce, stay for the enduring pop craft in Lily Allen’s new album.

Slate - Entertainment - 1 day ago

US Ally Shadows China Spy Ship Sailing Around Territory

China is expanding its military presence across the western Pacific through deployments of its navy.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Sydney Sweeney finally addresses jeans campaign controversy

Sydney Sweeney has recently broken silence on American Eagles jeans campaign controversy.The Euphoria star reveals that she was never pushed to issue a statement defending her stint amid the...

International The News - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Abigail Spanberger Wins Virginia Governor's Race

The Democrat was widely expected to win.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

The Department of Finance's long-range forecasts raise vital questions

Ireland has a window of opportunity over the next few years which it simply has to use

Irish Times - Opinion - 1 day ago

Israel allowing trickle of promised aid reach Gaza as winter approaches

Israel continues to restrict humanitarian aid to Gaza nearly a month after a cease-fire that was supposed to allow 600 aid trucks per day, humanitarian...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Air Force has new rules for mustaches and sideburns

Sideburns must be above the ear opening, and mustaches are prohibited from going beyond the corners of the mouth or into a respirator seal zone

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 1 day ago

220,295 Bridges in US Need Repair or Replacement–Here's What 1 State Is Doing

The Sagamore and Bourne bridges in Cape Cod are set to be replaced with modern, advanced structures.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

California officials push back on Trump claim that Prop. 50 vote is a 'GIANT SCAM'

Gov. Gavin Newsom dismissed the president's claims on X as ]the ramblings of an old man that knows he’s about to LOSE.'

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 1 day ago

Israel says the remains of a hostage have been turned over to the Red Cross in Gaza

Israel’s military says the remains of a deceased hostage have been turned over to the Red Cross in Gaza. Ahead of Tuesday’s announcement, Hamas had returned the remains of 20 hostages to Israel …

Bay to Bay News - World - 1 day ago

Wikipedia co-founder slams 'Gaza genocide' page over 'egregious' anti-Israel claims

“At present, the lede and the overall presentation state...that Israel is committing genocide, although that claim is highly contested," Wales wrote.

New York Post - Technology - 1 day ago

Long-term use of this popular sleep supplement linked to 90% higher risk of heart failure

A new study says chronic use of the sleep aid may lead to heart failure — but experts say you shouldn't panic just yet.

New York Post - Health - 1 day ago

Elon Musk's latest Tesla pay package could make him the world's first trillionaire

Shareholders will vote in early November on whether to approve Elon Musk's unprecedented pay package, which could make him the world's first trillionaire.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 1 day ago

Trump Says SNAP Benefits Won't Be Paid Until Government Reopens

The government had said in filings food stamps would be going out soon.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Trump threatens Nigeria military action amid Christian abuse claims - Despite a positive reception in some quarters to a potential military intervention by the US, many also fear Trump's remarks could be linked to Nigeria's rare earth and mineral resources. 03/11/2025

Despite a positive reception in some quarters to a potential military intervention by the US, many also fear Trump's remarks could be linked to Nigeria's rare earth and mineral resources.

Euronews - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine war victims may receive less than half of Chelsea sale funds

The funds remain frozen in a London bank account

Evening Standard - Sports - 1 day ago

Nvidia, Deutsche Telekom unveil plans for 1-bn-euro AI centre

Berlin: US tech giant Nvidia and Deutsche Telekom on Tuesday announced plans to launch a one billion euro ($1.1 billion) industrial AI cloud centre ea...

Peninsula Qatar - Business - 1 day ago

El Segundo AI Robotics Firms Launchpad Raises $11-Million Series A Round

El Segundo AI robotics firm Launchpad raised an $11-million Series A round, co-led by Lavrock and Squadra Ventures, to accelerate the deployment of its AI and robotics-powered assembly automation technology across manufacturing.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Jonathan Bailey Named People's Sexiest Man Alive

The 37-year-old British actor takes the title from John Krasinski.

Hollywood Reporter - Politics - 2 days ago

BingX Bridges TradFi and Web3 at Blockchain Life 2025, Celebrates Top Industry Recognition

BingX, a leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 AI company, marked a strong presence as a Strategic Sponsor at Blockchain Life 2025, the 15th Internat

Albawaba - Business - 2 days ago

UAE's first AI-designed business complex in Sharjah -- m read

District 11 will be UAE’s first smart work resort designed using artificial intelligence

Gulf News - Technology - 2 days ago

Obama Joins Campaign Trail in Democrats' Final Push Before Elections

Obama campaigns for Mikie Sherrill and Abigail Spanberger while Republicans focus on voter turnout and election integrity.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Trial starts in assault case against D.C. man who tossed sandwich at federal agent

The trial has begun for a former government attorney charged with assault for throwing a sandwich at a federal agent.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 2 days ago

Brain health warning sign could be hiding in plain sight, say researchers

A USC study reveals that blood pressure fluctuations between heartbeats may harm brain health even when overall readings are normal, potentially affecting memory in older adults.

Fox News - Health - 2 days ago

Tylenol, Kleenex, Band-Aid and more put under one roof in $48.7-billion consumer brands deal

Kimberly-Clark is buying Tylenol maker Kenvue in an approximately $48.7-billion cash-and-stock deal, creating a massive consumer health goods company

Los Angeles Times - Health - 2 days ago

OpenAI strikes 7-year, $38B cloud computing deal with Amazon Web Services

OpenAI has come to terms on a massive 7-year, $38 billion deal with Amazon Web Services to secure cloud computing capabilities needed to power its suite of advanced AI tools such as ChatGPT and...

New York Post - Technology - 2 days ago

Paul McCartney's Wings spread again -- Kenneth Womack -- "Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run" coincides with a hi-fi anthology that groups the group's greatest hits

"Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run" coincides with a hi-fi anthology that groups the group's greatest hits.

Salon - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Parents describe 'agonizing' minutes as Tesla doors fail to open, trapping children in hot cars

The U.S. auto safety regulator investigating whether certain Tesla Inc. door handles are defective received more complaints within days of initiating its probe from consumers who were unable to enter or exit their vehicles after battery failures.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 2 days ago

Mexican mayor who took hard line against drug gangs shot and killed at Day of the Dead event

Mexican Mayor Carlos Manzo, who opposed drug cartels, was fatally shot during Day of the Dead celebrations in Uruapan on Saturday.

Fox News - World - 2 days ago

WATCH: Blue Jays Analyst Voices World Series Loss Disappointment on Air: 'I Don't Really Give a Sh*t…the Better Team Did Not Win'

A former MLB catcher voiced his disappointment Saturday after the Toronto Blue Jays lost the World Series to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Breitbart - Sports - 3 days ago

What will forever define the 2025 college football campaign – and it's only midseason

It will be fascinating to see what the aforementioned big three will do, where Franklin and Kelly will end up, and how it all shakes out.

New York Post - Sports - 3 days ago

UK Police Release 1 Of 2 Men Arrested Over Train Stabbings And Laud 'Heroic' Rail Worker

British police have dismissed speculation that a mass stabbing on a London-bound train was terrorism-related.

Huffington Post - World - 3 days ago

Head Impacts Raise Dementia Risk: How Massage, Food, and Nature Can Help

Regular self-massage of the head may help heal old head injuries.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Police Say 'Nothing to Suggest' Terrorism After Mass Stabbing on London-Bound Train, as Ethnicities of Suspects Revealed

British police said on Sunday that they are not currently treating the mass stabbing on a London-bound train as a terror attack.

Breitbart - World - 3 days ago

Return to office gaining momentum as AI reshapes corporate strategy

Companies are moving back to the office as AI-driven startups and major firms expand workspace footprints, marking a shift away from remote work trends.

Fox News - Business - 3 days ago

U.K. Police Say 10 People In Hospital After Train Stabbing Attack, 9 With Life-Threatening Injuries

British police say 10 people have been taken to hospitals after a mass stabbing attack on a London-bound train, nine of them with life-threatening injuries.

Huffington Post - World - 4 days ago

Are we in an AI bubble? -- The health of the U.S. stock market on any given day depends on a number of variables, but the New York Times reports that lately, it almost entirely hinges on the success of artificial intelligence and the companies behind this technology. Evan Gorelick, writer for "The Morning" newsletter at the New York Times, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.

The health of the U.S. stock market on any given day depends on a number of variables, but the New York Times reports that lately, it almost entirely hinges on the success of artificial intelligence and the companies behind this technology. Evan Gorelick, writer for "The Morning" newsletter at the New York Times, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.

CBS News - Technology - 4 days ago

Tennis court-sized Ozzy Osbourne pumpkin mosaic breaks Guinness World Record for Halloween

A pumpkin and squash mosaic of Ozzy Osbourne crafted by a British farm broke a Guinness World Record this Halloween season.

New York Post - Weird - 4 days ago

Firms are being told to stop hiring humans. The AI apocalypse is here

As an AI agency in San Francisco launches a billboard campaign telling bosses to ‘Stop Hiring Humans’, the tech titans are betting big on companies replacing their workers. While their billions of investment are signalling a market crash, it may also be the only thing that slows down unemployment on a massive scale, writes Chris Blackhurst

Independent UK - Business - 5 days ago

Red Cross confirms remains of three hostages return to Israel 'for the first time' as families await answers

The International Red Cross oversaw a body transfer under humanitarian law as parties work to return the deceased to families during the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict.

Fox News - World - 5 days ago

Florida's busiest airport turns away all flights as air traffic controller shortage hits

Orlando Airport turned away all flights due to an air traffic controller shortage during the government shutdown. The major hub serving Disney World faced a staffing crisis.

Fox News - Business - 5 days ago

AI-driven automation triggers major workforce shift across corporate America

Amazon, UPS, Target and General Motors announced major layoffs as AI technology reduces the need for large professional workforces across multiple industries.

Fox News - Business - 5 days ago

What horror films do to our brains

People love horror movies and not just on Halloween. But why do we seek out — and even enjoy — the feeling of fear? And what do different people get out of it?

Deutsche Welle - Entertainment - 5 days ago

Rufus Wainwright changes O Canada lyrics for Game 5 of World Series -- |

The twist came off as a protest to Trump's 51st state comments, similar to a change Chantal Kreviazuk made to the anthem in February 2025.

CBC News - Entertainment - 6 days ago

He Was the First to Sue AI for Defamation–the Result Is a Cautionary Tale

A Georgia judge ruled that ChatGPT did not meet the legal standard for defamation when it created a completely false report about a Second Amendment podcaster.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 6 days ago

Why Sam Altman Really Wants You to Use OpenAI's New Browser

OpenAI’s Atlas is a cool demo. Is it also a Trojan horse?

New York Magazine - Technology - 6 days ago

How AI Can Help End Confusion on Where Americans Really Stand | Opinion

We don’t need to give up on surveys altogether. We just have to enter a new era in which people are no longer reduced to numbers.

Newsweek - Opinion - 6 days ago

Alzheimer's pill could reduce brain decline in some high-risk patients, trial suggests

The experimental pill ALZ-801 slowed memory decline by 50% and reduced brain shrinkage in early Alzheimer's patients with APOE4 gene in phase 3 trial.

Fox News - Health - 6 days ago

Christina Ricci Is the Face of Merit's New Campaign: Shop Her Go-To Makeup Look and Skin-Care Musts

The Hollywood Reporter is taking a look at five actresses who have played Wednesday Addams.

Hollywood Reporter - Top Stories - 7 days ago

Business Daily -- Can Canada become an energy superpower?

Amidst a US trade-war, Prime Minister Mark Carney has set out big ambitions

BBC News - Business - 7 days ago

Why some farmers are turning old grain bins into guest houses -- Kyle Bakx -- -

Some Alberta ranchers hope that branching into tourism will help shore up their family farms to last another generation — though the accommodations might seem a little quirky.

CBC News - Business - 7 days ago

Why Delhi's experiment to fix toxic smog with artificial rain failed

Officials attempt to artifically trigger rains in the city to tackle its worsening air pollution.

BBC News - Health - 7 days ago

Trump's bailout push for Milei sways Argentina's politics

Argentine President Javier Milei hailed his libertarian party's sweeping midterm win, fueled by voter frustration over the economy. The victory could prove crucial in unlocking a $20 billion US aid package backed by his ally Donald Trump.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 8 days ago

Melissa set to be the strongest hurricane to ever strike Jamaica

Storm reached sustained winds of 160 mph on Monday morning.

Ars Technica - Science - 9 days ago

This L.A. gym claims it's for people over 40. Here's what my 83-year-old mom thought of it

The Gym Venice specializes in customized strength training. My 'geriatric jock' mother came, saw and felt empowered.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 9 days ago

U.S. Postal Service Cuts Funding for a Phoenix Mail Room Assisting Homeless People

The loss of support comes at a time of uncertainty for one of Arizona’s largest homeless services providers as the Trump administration calls for reducing and restructuring homelessness assistance grants.

ProPublica - Top Stories - 10 days ago

Why Is Amazon Watching Us?

The retail giant just can’t help but monitor people!

New York Magazine - Technology - 12 days ago

Parents urged to vaccinate children against flu 'wildfire' as cases rise

Experts said flu has hit early this year, with a worrying increase among children.

Evening Standard - Health - 12 days ago

Inflation rate hit 3.0% in September, lower than expected, long-awaited CPI report shows

The annual inflation rate as measured by the CPI was expected to be 3.1% in September, according to the Dow Jones consensus estimate.

CNBC - Business - 12 days ago

How does Africa fit into China's global electric vehicle supply chain?

China is making a deliberate attempt to weave Africa into its global EV map — not just as a supplier, but as a distribution hub and consumer base.

Global Voices - Technology - 13 days ago

Maika Monroe's Horror Movies, Ranked

‘It Follows’ is a tough act to follow, yet Maika Monroe still managed to be the scream queen of the 21st century.

New York Magazine - Entertainment - 14 days ago

James Corden's urgent email to Paul McCartney to save 'pivotal moment' in Gavin & Stacey

The emotional finale, watched by more than 12m people, was widely praise as the 'perfect' ending to the show – but one scene was nearly very different

WalesOnline - Top Stories - 14 days ago

Why Did You Leave the Department of Veterans Affairs?

ProPublica wants to hear from doctors, nurses and other front-line medical providers who recently left positions at a VA hospital or clinic.

ProPublica - Top Stories - 14 days ago

UGRP steering committee delegation attends Oracle AI Conference

Doha: As part of efforts to advance the implementation of the Unified Government Resource Planning (UGRP) and Management System Project, members of th...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 15 days ago

Humongous pumpkin 'boat' race features costumes and a world record-breaking sailor

Gary Kristensen scored the Guinness World Record for the longest journey by pumpkin boat earlier this year after paddling just over 58 miles, breaking his own record he set the previous year.

New York Post - Weird - 15 days ago

What Caused the Massive Amazon Web Services Outage?

Popular apps and websites are back online after a massive outage tied to Amazon Web Services Monday took a slew of them down, impacting millions of Americans. The problem seemed to stem from a network connectivity problem at AWS, which experts say doesn't quite look like a hack. NBC’s Brian Cheung reports for TODAY.

NBC News - Technology - 15 days ago

'It's harder to be a parent than a space shuttle commander', trailblazing Nasa pilot tells BBC

The BBC speaks to astronaut Eileen Collins, the first woman to pilot and command a Nasa spacecraft.

BBC News - Science - 15 days ago

What caused Amazon's AWS outage, and why did so many major apps go offline?

Amazon Web Services, a cloud platform that supports a portion of the internet, experienced a massive outage on Monday.

Aljazeera - Science - 16 days ago

Fear grows over August deforestation in Brazil's Amazon

Last month was the second-worst August on record for deforestation in the Brazilian Amazon, according to official figures released Friday, sparking new...

Daily Sabah - Environment - 16 days ago

UN says Yemen's Houthi rebels still detaining 20 staff members

The United Nations said Sunday that Houthi rebels in Yemen continue to hold 20 of its personnel, a day after armed forces raided the U.N. compound in...

Daily Sabah - World - 17 days ago

Experimental treatment eases knee arthritis pain without surgery or pills

A new study suggests that low-dose radiation therapy could fill the treatment gap between pain medications and joint replacement surgery for knee osteoarthritis patients.

Fox News - Health - 19 days ago

Türk Telekom's Pilot propels AI startups toward global expansion

Refabric and Homster, two artificial intelligence-driven startups supported by Türk Telekom's Pilot accelerator program, took the stage at this...

Daily Sabah - Business - 19 days ago

Rise in young people being harmed by ketamine sparks new awareness campaign

Ministers said there were also growing concerns about THC vapes laced with ‘spice’, as well as synthetic opioids being sold in medicines online.

Evening Standard - Health - 20 days ago

Australia's rainforests are releasing more carbon than they absorb, warn scientists

Australia's rainforests are the first in the world to make the "concerning" switch, say scientists.

BBC News - Science - 21 days ago

Anthropic's Claude Haiku 4.5 matches May's frontier model at fraction of cost

Tiny, fast model hits coding scores similar to GPT-5 and Sonnet 4.

Ars Technica - Business - 21 days ago

European stocks close higher as luxury brands drive gains; France's CAC up 2%

European stocks are expected to open higher on Wednesday, rebounding after touching a two-week low in the previous trading session.

CNBC - World - 21 days ago

Foul skies, fading light: How air pollution is stealing India's sunshine

India’s sunshine hours have fallen over the past 30 years due to clouds, aerosols and local weather.

BBC News - Science - 22 days ago

Brookfield to invest $5-billion with Bloom Energy to power AI data centres

Partnership is first phase of a plan to build ‘AI factories’ to meet escalating energy demand

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 23 days ago

OnlyFans model booted from stadium after replicating steamy body- paint stunt

A X-rated content creator has revealed she was kicked out of Sunday’s NRL Grand Final after replicating a body paint stunt that previously got her in trouble in the United Kingdom.

New York Post - Weird - 26 days ago

Common practice when taking painkillers could risk seizure, study says

Researchers urge older adults taking antidepressants like fluoxetine or paroxetine to be cautious while taking opioid painkillers

Independent UK - Science - 28 days ago

Rare neck condition could turn salon hair-washing into dangerous stroke risk

Salon hair washing can trigger rare beauty parlor stroke syndrome when neck positioning compresses arteries, though proper support reduces risk significantly.

Fox News - Health - 28 days ago

Australian researcher arrested in Thailand for allegedly defaming Malaysian government

"Now journalists in Thailand are not safe if third countries seek Thai assistance to prosecute people they don’t like."

Global Voices - Politics - 29 days ago

The Bad Bunny Super Bowl 2026 Controversy, Explained

Is the NFL canceling Bad Bunny? Will ICE really be at the game? Here’s what we know about the halftime-show headliner and the MAGA backlash.

New York Magazine - Politics - 29 days ago

Here's Why I Think We Should Take Taylor Swift Backlash With A Grain Of Salt

On "The Tortured Poets Department," Taylor was too miserable. Now, she's too happy.

BuzzFeed News - Opinion - 30 days ago

OpenAI to expand content control options in Sora, eyes monetisation

OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT, will introduce tools that let rights holders control how their characters are used in its Sora AI video generator and will share revenue with those who opt in.Chief...

International The News - Technology - 1 month ago

China Publishes, Then Deletes Report of Potential Alien Signals -- Observations from a radio telescope almost certainly aren't evidence of aliens, but we'd love to know more about these alleged signals.

Observations from a radio telescope almost certainly aren't evidence of aliens, but we'd love to know more about these alleged signals.

Gizmodo - Science - 1 month ago

Clark College report: Women's soccer splits pair of matches to open season

The Clark College women’s soccer team opened its season by splitting a pair of close matches last week at home.

The Columbian - Sports - 1 month ago

Child succumbs to rare measles-linked brain disorder

Los Angeles County health officials reported the death of a school-aged resident from a known but rare complication after a measles infection acquired during infancy, and urged residents to ensure...

International The News - Health - 1 month ago

Rabies claims six lives in Karachi from May to August

KARACHI: Six people have lost their lives to rabies in Karachi between May and August after being bitten by dogs, hospital officials confirmed on Friday.Medical authorities said three of the victims...

International The News - Health - 2 months ago

Inside the Memphis Chamber of Commerce's Push for Elon Musk's xAI Data Center

In the face of intense public opposition, the city’s Chamber of Commerce has gone to unusual lengths to promote Musk’s xAI facility: sending out a mailer, for the first time in recent memory, that includes misleading facts.

ProPublica - Environment - 2 months ago

Suddenly, Silicon Valley Is Lowering AI Expectations

Sam Altman is talking bubbles now, and Eric Schmidt is over the term “AGI.”

New York Magazine - Technology - 2 months ago

Melissa Koby becomes first Black US Open theme artist, and honours Althea Gibson by channelling her own Jamaican grandmother

“When I think about the theme artist title, I don’t think about being the first Black anything. [It's] about telling Althea Gibson’s story...she’s the blueprint for Black women in tennis.”

Global Voices - Sports - 2 months ago

Harvard physicist says massive interstellar object could be alien probe on 'reconnaissance mission'

Massive interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, larger than Manhattan, shows unusual glow pattern and planetary alignment that Harvard physicist calls potentially technological.

Fox News - Science - 2 months ago

Samsung Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25+ review: More of the same, but with a wicked AI twist -- While there aren't many meaningful hardware upgrades for the Galaxy S25 and S25+, the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset, coupled with the new Galaxy AI features make these devices an interesting entry point into Samsung's Galaxy

While there aren’t many meaningful hardware upgrades for the Galaxy S25 and S25+, the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy chipset, coupled with the new Galaxy AI features make these devices an interesting entry point into Samsung’s Galaxy

First Post - Technology - 3 months ago

Tesla finally rolls into India with first showroom in Mumbai: Are there takers for Elon Musk's EV car? -- After a long, long wait, Tesla has finally arrived in India, opening its first showroom in Mumbai. Its Model Y, priced between Rs 61-69 lakh on-road, is up for sale. But can Indian customers afford Elon Musk's EV?

After a long, long wait, Tesla has finally arrived in India, opening its first showroom in Mumbai. Its Model Y, priced between Rs 61-69 lakh on-road, is up for sale. But can Indian customers afford Elon Musk’s EV?

First Post - Technology - 3 months ago

A humanoid robot has painted a picture of Charles. How did it do?

The artistic humanoid used advanced artificial intelligence algorithms and a robot arm using on oil canvas to create the image.

Sky News - Weird - 3 months ago

Despite Trump's Win, School Vouchers Were Again Rejected by Majorities of Voters

In several Republican-led states, popular sentiment on the voucher issue has been overridden by the efforts of special interest groups and powerful governors who have enacted sweeping voucher programs that often benefit affluent families.

ProPublica - Politics - 3 months ago

Autonomous robots and AI chatbots used to help speed up last mile deliveries

Logistics firms in Singapore are ramping up innovation to tackle last-mile delivery challenges. As e-commerce volumes soar, some are turning to autonomous robots and AI-driven solutions to boost efficiency. Kate Low with this report.

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 3 months ago

Air Force's Bunker-Buster Bomb Could Take Out Iran Nuclear Facility, But Israel Hints at Other Options -- The Israeli campaign to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons will be considered a failure if the centrifuges deep...

The Israeli campaign to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons will be considered a failure if the centrifuges deep underground at the Fordow enrichment facility near Tehran are left untouched, the former head of U.S. Central Command said.

Military.com - Technology - 4 months ago

EPA Drops Legal Case Against the GEO Group, a Major Trump Donor, Over Its Misuse of Harmful Disinfectant in an ICE Facility

A complaint filed under the Biden administration alleged that on more than 1,000 occasions in 2022 and 2023, the GEO Group had its employees use the disinfectant, which causes irreversible eye damage and skin burns, without proper protection.

ProPublica - Environment - 4 months ago

Mark Zuckerberg's Banal AI Vision

The Meta CEO is pretty sure artificial intelligence will be good at creating memes.

New York Magazine - Technology - 6 months ago

Time To Fight For America's IP Rights To Maintain Technological Edge

From cancer therapies to clean energy breakthroughs, the fruits of American innovation are transforming lives. But around the world, our strategic competitors are chipping away at the very framework that makes this possible -- intellectual property (IP) rights.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 6 months ago

US researchers and doctors rally for science against Trump cuts -- Protesters say say firings, budget and grant cuts in health, climate, science and other research government agencies endanger not just the future but the present

Protesters say say firings, budget and grant cuts in health, climate, science and other research government agencies endanger not just the future but the present

Voice of America - Science - 7 months ago

US drops antitrust case against Google over AI, not Chrome

The DOJ and a coalition of 38 state attorneys general still seek a court order requiring Google to sell its Chrome browser and take other measures to address what a judge said was Google's illegal search monopoly

Voice of America - Technology - 7 months ago

Speaker Mike Johnson Is Living in a D.C. House That Is the Center of a Pastor's Secretive Influence Campaign

The Capitol Hill townhouse is owned by a major Republican donor. It’s the headquarters of a little-known political influence project that has reached a number of powerful Republican politicians.

ProPublica - Politics - 8 months ago

Apple unveils new iPad Air models: Everything you need to know

Apple on Tuesday announced the latest iPad Air models. The tablets, which are lighter and thinner than the traditional iPad, will officially hit the market on March 12.

Fox News - Business - 8 months ago

'Foreign metal objects' led to the crash of Azerbaijan Airlines flight, preliminary report shows

" ... Putin apologized for the tragic incident occurring in Russian airspace, expressed his deep and sincere condolences to the families of the victims ... but no responsibility for the crash was taken."

Global Voices - World - 8 months ago

A regional protest erupts in Azerbaijan following fatal car accident

The protest over an accident in which four schoolchildren were struck by a police car was met with a heavy-handed response from authorities.

Global Voices - World - 9 months ago

Waves of change: Can ocean renewables solve rising electricity costs in Jamaica?

Apart from lowering electricity costs, ocean-based renewables like offshore wind farms and ocean thermal energy conversion (OTEC) could offer a stable homegrown solution for consumers while contributing to environmental sustainability.

Global Voices - Science - 9 months ago

Quincy Jones, Entertainment Titan And Music Mastermind

Quincy Jones, who has died at the age of 91, was a jazzman, composer and tastemaker whose studio chops and arranging prowess connected the dots between the 20th century's constellation of stars.

International Business Times - Entertainment - 1 year ago