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Ukraine says Russia on the attack as Zelenskyy challenges Putin to meet -- Ukrainian officials say Russia launched more than 100 drones, rejecting calls for a ceasefire as Zelenskyy says he'll "be waiting for Putin" to join him for direct talks in Turkey. -- May 12

Ukrainian officials say Russia launched more than 100 drones, rejecting calls for a ceasefire as Zelenskyy says he'll "be waiting for Putin" to join him for direct talks in Turkey.

CBS News - World - 7 minutes ago

Detained Philippines ex-President Duterte wins mayoral race in his home city

Election officials say former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been elected as mayor in his home city by a landslide, despite his detention by the International Criminal Court. Duterte won

Lancaster Online - World - 18 minutes ago

Nissan slashes 15 percent of its global work force as the Japan automaker sinks into losses - Nissan Motor Corp. said it will reduce the number of its auto plants to 10 from 17, under what it called its recovery plan to carry out "decisive and bold actions to enhance performance and create a leaner, more resilient business that adapts quickly to market changes."

Nissan Motor Corp. said it will reduce the number of its auto plants to 10 from 17, under what it called its recovery plan to carry out “decisive and bold actions to enhance performance and create a leaner, more resilient business that adapts quickly to market changes.”

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Nissan slashes 15 percent of its global work force as the Japan automaker sinks into losses -- Nissan Motor Corp. said it will reduce the number of its auto plants to 10 from 17, under what it called its recovery plan to carry out "decisive and bold actions to enhance performance and create a leaner, more resilient business that adapts quickly to market changes."

Nissan Motor Corp. said it will reduce the number of its auto plants to 10 from 17, under what it called its recovery plan to carry out “decisive and bold actions to enhance performance and create a leaner, more resilient business that adapts quickly to market changes.”

Boston Globe - Business - 1 hour ago

Israel hits Gaza hospital in raid Hamas says killed journalist

The Israeli military said Tuesday it had struck a hospital in southern Gaza housing Hamas militants, ending a brief pause in fighting to facilitate the release of a U.S.-Israeli hostage.

Hurriyet Daily News - World - 1 hour ago

World Business -- Second US state moves to shield Bayer from Roundup claims

In a victory for global agrochemical maker Bayer, Georgia has become the second US state to shield pesticide manufacturers from some lawsuits claiming that...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Netflix 'The Royals': Will Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar's show come up with Season 2; the ending explained

The way Netflix’s The Royals ends, it looks like Ishaan Khatter and Bhumi Pednekar starrer show will come up with a Season 2.

First Post - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Gaming in the sky? Airline launches mid-air match -- m read

The tournament, where gamers played games like Fortnite, was on a Doha- London flight

Gulf News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

After Netflix's 'Kaala Paani,' Prime Video's show 'Guilty Minds' season two cancelled due to this reason- Details inside

The reason is budgetary issues that has led to the cancellation of quite a few season twos.

First Post - Entertainment - 2 hours ago

Man arrested after fires at homes linked to U.K. prime minister -- London's Metropolitan Police say a man has been detained after fires at homes in London reportedly linked to Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

London's Metropolitan Police say a man has been detained after fires at homes in London reportedly linked to Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

CBS News - World - 2 hours ago

Boursa Kuwait and Kuwait Clearing Company promote Kuwaiti capital market developments to London's leading asset managers

As part of their ongoing efforts to support the development of the Kuwaiti capital market and elevate its position within the international investment c

Albawaba - Business - 3 hours ago

Explained: Why Red Bull boss Christian Horner faces risk of being sacked

We also take a look at the options Red Bull is reportedly considering to replace team boss Christian Horner in case he is relieved of his duties after the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.

First Post - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

The Philippines has voted - now the game of thrones begins again -- The mid-term results will shape the bitter feud between President Bongbong Marcos and his Vice-President Sara Duterte.

The mid-term results will shape the bitter feud between President Bongbong Marcos and his Vice-President Sara Duterte.

BBC News - World - 4 hours ago

High school boys' volleyball: Monday's Southern Section playoff results and pairings

CIF Southern Section boys' volleyball playoff results and schedule.

Los Angeles Times - Sports - 4 hours ago

High school boys' volleyball: Monday's City Section playoff results and pairings

CIF City Section boys' volleyball playoff results and schedule.

Los Angeles Times - Sports - 4 hours ago

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,174

These are the key events on day 1,174 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Pakistan PM declares success of operation against India

Pakistan Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif said on Tuesday (May 13) that the country’s offensive against India was a “grand success”, declaring that the achievement be celebrated on May 10 every year. May 10 was when a

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Nikolov leads Long Beach St. to three-set sweep over UCLA to claim NCAA volleyball crown

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Freshman Moni Nikolov posted six kills, four aces and a pair of digs and Long Beach State beat UCLA 25-17, 25-23 and 25-21 to win the NCAA men's volleyball tournament on …

Bay to Bay News - Sports - 8 hours ago

Diddy Trial: Male 'Escort' Testifies, Describing The Perverse Acts He Was Paid To Do

On the first day of the Sean “Diddy” Combs trial, on Monday, a male escort testified against Combs, claiming that he was paid to have sex with the rapper's girlfriend while Diddy watched and masturbated in the corner.

One America News Network - US News - 9 hours ago

Newark, Atlanta airports see further chaos with more than 500 flights disrupted – and passengers warned to expect delays over 'FAA staffing issues'

More than 450 flights have been delayed Monday at the Newark Liberty and Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airports following a ground stop order over the weekend over air traffic control...

New York Post - US News - 9 hours ago

DNC panel recommends redo of vote that elevated David Hogg to vice chair

The recommendation could also affect the post held by Malcolm Kenyatta, a Pennsylvania state legislator.

NBC News - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

FUN FACTS: -- Octopuses have nine brains

Did you know that the U.S. produces more cheese than any other country, and that the Earth's core can be as hot as the Sun's surface? Learn more with our fun facts of the day!

Fox News - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Trump supporter and green card holder detained for over a month by ICE

Brooke Choquette had voted for President Donald Trump and her husband Kunal Oberoi supported the administration. They never expected Kunal would be detained by border officials, and spend two months locked up due to Trump’s border policies, writes Michelle Del Rey

Independent UK - US News - 15 hours ago

Cocaine rumors roil Ukraine peace talks | Reporter Replay

A bizarre conspiracy that European leaders snorted cocaine en route to critical Ukraine talks has been roundly ridiculed by the French president’s office, after it was promoted by Russian trolls as...

New York Post - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Homework tool Chegg to slash 22% of workforce as AI bots steal away students

Chegg also plans to close its physical offices in the US and Canada by the end of the year, as well as cut back on new product development and reduce administrative costs.

New York Post - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Carney's campaign made big promises for AI. Will his government deliver? -- David Cummings -- -

Experts say they are encouraged by Prime Minister Mark Carney's campaign pledge to invest in the technology. But they say that after establishing itself as a leader in the early decades of AI development, Canada risks falling farther behind other countries if his government doesn't make good on its promise.

CBC News - Politics - 16 hours ago

AI firm Perplexity eyes $14 billion in valuation in fresh funding round, WSJ reports

Perplexity AI is in advanced talks to raise $500 million in a funding round that would value the startup at $14 billion, the Wall Street Journal reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter. Venture capital firm Accel is set to lead the round, the report said. Perplexity did not immediate

Channel NewsAsia - Business - 17 hours ago

After Revealing She Used Mounjaro For Weight Loss, Meghan Trainor Changed Her Famous "I Ain't No Size 2" Lyric While Performing "All About That Bass" — And Fans Have Thoughts

“I can only imagine how hard it would be for people who connected with her early in her career because she was body positive to see her succumb to Ozempic,” someone wrote of Meghan, who recently revealed that she used Mounjaro for weight loss.

BuzzFeed News - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

Trump hails Qatar's 'nice gesture' of Air Force One replacement, blaming Boeing delays

"I could be a stupid person and say no, we don't want a free plane," Trump said.

CNBC - Politics - 18 hours ago

Fight to close $52M Rainier School for adults with disabilities is over. What's next?

TACOMA — A heated debate concerning the future of the Rainier School in Buckley has winded down for now.

The Columbian - Politics - 19 hours ago

Ukraine's allies pile pressure on Putin to join Zelensky for peace talks

The Foreign Secretary hosted his counterparts from from France, Italy, Germany, Spain, Poland and the EU on Monday to discuss Ukraine.

Evening Standard - Politics - 19 hours ago

Trump may visit Türkiye to attend Russia-Ukraine talks

U.S. President Donald Trump said he was thinking of attending the upcoming Russia-Ukraine discussions in Türkiye on Thursday. 'I was thinking about...

Daily Sabah - Politics - 19 hours ago

Health minister asked to explain £28m budget hole -- , -- Health minister asked to explain £28m budget hole

A scrutiny panel has written to Deputy Tom Binet asking why the department overspent in 2023-2024.

BBC News - Health - 19 hours ago

Trump fires head of US Copyright Office -- stoking fears about deregulation of AI

Shira Perlmutter, who has served as Register of Copyrights since 2020, was informed Saturday afternoon that her employment had been “terminated.”

New York Post - Business - 19 hours ago

Broward Woman Says CBP Detained Her at MIA

There's been a surge in reports about people, including U.S. citizens, being detained at the border and at airports.

Miami New Times - US News - 19 hours ago

Health -- Intermittent fasting for three months can help with sustainable weight loss, new study finds

Three months of intermittent fasting may be a promising strategy for sustaining long-term weight loss in adults, according to preliminary results of a rand...

Independent.ie - World - 20 hours ago

Creating art from trash -- Environmental artist Tom Deininger's works represent a menagerie of wildlife recreated in life-like detail. But each of his pieces is made of discarded objects - everything from trash to childhood toys - that are discernable when viewed from a certain angle. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with Deininger about perspectives on his trash-centric art, and raising awareness about the human threats to endangered species. -- May 11

Environmental artist Tom Deininger's works represent a menagerie of wildlife recreated in life-like detail. But each of his pieces is made of discarded objects – everything from trash to childhood toys – that are discernable when viewed from a certain angle. Correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti talks with Deininger about perspectives on his trash-centric art, and raising awareness about the human threats to endangered species.

CBS News - Entertainment - 21 hours ago

Apple reportedly considering raising prices for its upcoming fall iPhone lineup

Raising prices could help Apple cushion higher costs stemming from tariffs that have hampered global supply chains and forced the company to shift more production to India

The Globe and Mail - Business - 22 hours ago

The golf stars most likely to rain on Rory McIlroy's parade at PGA Championship

The 36-year-old Rory McIlroy is ranked No. 2 in the world, but he’s on top of the world following his historic win at the Masters, a victory that left no more questions about his already brilliant...

New York Post - Sports - 1 day ago

FTSE-100 group Experian kicks off hunt for next chairman

Experian is working with headhunters to identify a successor to Mike Rogers, who has chaired the credit referencing giant since 2019, Sky News understands.

Sky News - Business - 1 day ago

There is a lesson for PM Starmer in Tony Blair escaping justice scot-free

The appearance of Tony Blair still invokes fury in me as does the recent death by malnutrition and dehydration of a baby girl, Janan Saleh Al-Sakafi,...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 1 day ago

PM says net migration will fall with 'controlled, selective and fair' system

The prime minister has set out his plans for immigration ahead of a white paper being published later this morning.

Sky News - Politics - 1 day ago

Silicon, steel and megawatts: Can America create the infrastructure needed to win the AI race?

In order to lead the world in artificial intelligence and maintain a technological dominance, America must aggressively invest in computing infrastructure.

Fox News - Technology - 1 day ago

The 'particularly alarming' ways that obesity affects teenage brains revealed in new study

"I worry about how these changes, which are occurring at the age of 13 or 14, might affect them later in life," the study's lead author said.

New York Post - Health - 1 day ago

U.S. claims 'substantial progress' in tariff talks with China as Geneva summit wraps up -- -

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Sunday that there was "substantial progress" in the weekend sessions but offered scant information on exactly what negotiations entailed. He said more details would come at a briefing Monday.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Celebrity News -- Tom Cruise reveals chance encounter in London takeaway led to Rain Man role

Tom Cruise has revealed he landed his role in the Oscar-winning film Rain Man after a chance encounter inside a London takeaway with the film’s star Dustin...

Independent.ie - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Newark airport flight cuts are likely ahead after infrastructure failures.

The FAA and airlines are meeting on Wednesday to discuss flight cuts at Newark Liberty International Airport.

CNBC - US News - 1 day ago

An elusive peace: Charting ceasefire attempts in Ukraine

There have been many attempts to broker a lasting peace in Ukraine, all of which have ended within weeks or even days. DW's summary charts a history of recent failures in the conflict.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Trump urges Ukraine to join Putin at peace talks table in Türkiye

U.S. President Donald Trump claims Russian President Vladimir Putin has no interest in a traditional cease-fire with Ukraine – but instead seeks direct...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Trump says 'potentially great day' on horizon after Putin calls for 'direct' peace talks with Ukraine

Trump's comments came in response to Russian President Vladimir Putin proposing “serious negotiations without any preconditions” with Ukraine.

Washington Examiner - World - 1 day ago

UK immigration rules shake-up sees migrants need certain qualifications to work

The Home Secretary said the long-awaited Immigration White Paper would reduce overall numbers while boosting economic growth.

WalesOnline - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Research says parenting can help protect the brain from some effects of aging

Parenthood can protect your brain from some effects of aging, a new study from Rutgers Health and Yale University found.

CTV News - Health - 1 day ago

Ukrainian President Welcomes Russian Overtures, But Says Ceasefire Must Come Before Peace Talks

Zelenskyy, writing on X, said it was a “positive sign that the Russians have finally begun to consider ending the war” and said that “the entire world has been waiting for this for a very long time."

Military.com - US News - 1 day ago

UNITED CEO SCOTT KIRBY: Newark Liberty Airport needs action now

When the FAA has technology outages or staffing shortages, it leads to delays and cancellations for our customers and that’s the issue we’re determined to solve.

Fox News - Opinion - 1 day ago

How Europe's Film and TV Dubbers Are Leading the Fight Against AI

A rallying cry (then deals) over "artificial voices from robots" in movies and series.

Hollywood Reporter - Technology - 1 day ago

Putin ready to resume peace talks with Ukraine in Istanbul

MOSCOW - Russian President Vladimir Putin offered Ukraine on Sunday to resume direct peace talks in Istanbul, starting May 15.Putin said at a news confe

Albawaba - World - 1 day ago

'I turn shipping containers into homes and hotels. My latest one is my most unusual yet'

Craig converts old shipping containers into something special has just completed his most challenging project so far

WalesOnline - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Israeli airstrikes kill 23 in Gaza as outcry over aid blockade grows

Among the 23 bodies brought to hospitals over the past 24 hours were those of the family of five whose tent was struck in Gaza City’s Sabra district.

Washington Examiner - US News - 2 days ago

High school boys' volleyball: Saturday playoff results and updated pairings

CIF Southern Section boys' high school volleyball playoff results and updated pairings.

Los Angeles Times - Sports - 2 days ago

Putin Proposes Direct Peace Talks With Ukraine After Three Years Of War

"We are proposing that Kyiv resume direct negotiations without any preconditions," Putin said from the Kremlin in the early hours of Sunday.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Adrian Weckler: AI deepfake ads are not new, but Ireland leads charge to target the tech firms hosting the scams

Is Ireland getting serious about scam ads on social media? There’s new hope that it is.

Independent.ie - Business - 2 days ago

Apple says AI will replace iPhones within 10 years

ALBAWABA – Apple, the American multinational technology company, has stated that artificial intelligence (AI) could replace iPhones within the next 10 y

Albawaba - Top Stories - 2 days ago

In Syria, the search is on for the remains of Americans killed by ISIS a decade ago

NBC News was given exclusive access to join the team of investigators searching for human remains in a former ISIS stronghold.

NBC News - World - 2 days ago

Germany warns Russia of harder sanctions if it refuses Ukraine ceasefire

BERLIN, Germany — Russia will face much tougher sanctions if it refuses a 30-day ceasefire demanded by the West, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said in an interview published on Saturday.

Manila Times - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Zuckerberg saying AI will cure loneliness is like big tobacco suggesting cigarettes can treat cancer

It’s a solution that can only lead to a deeper emptiness and to a lonelier, less human world

Irish Times - Opinion - 3 days ago

Tufts student detained by U.S. immigration for op-ed on Gaza is released -- -

Rumeysa Ozturk, a Tufts University student from Turkey who was held for over six weeks in an immigration detention centre in Louisiana after co-writing an opinion piece criticizing her school's response to Israel's war in Gaza, was released from custody on Friday after a federal judge granted her bail.

CBC News - World - 3 days ago

The 'R-word,' embraced by Joe Rogan and Elon Musk, inches back into the mainstream

Many still consider the word a disability slur, and while its use has percolated in the comedy world for years, only recently has it — and discussion of its return — become more common.

NBC News - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Florida Air Force Base Reduces Child Care Hours as Pentagon Pares Down Workforce -- A May 7 memo shared with Military.com sent by the Eglin Air Force Base Child and Youth Services detailed to families that...

A May 7 memo shared with Military.com sent by the Eglin Air Force Base Child and Youth Services detailed to families that starting next month, child-care hours at the Florida installation would be reduced from 12 hours a day to 10 hours a day.

Military.com - Opinion - 3 days ago

Jelly Roll Says 'Change Is Possible' After Losing 200 Pounds -- Entertainment

Inside Edition's Megan Alexander got a selfie with singer Jelly Roll at last night's Academy of Country Music Awards. The red carpet encounter saw the "Save Me" artist in great spirits, as he's recently lost 200 pounds.

Inside Edition - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Pope Leo XIV celebrates first Mass as details emerge of how votes coalesced in secret conclave

Pope Leo XIV said Friday that his election was both a cross and a blessing as he celebrated his first Mass in the Sistine Chapel.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 3 days ago

US federal judge grants bail to Turkish national Rumeysa Ozturk

Judge orders Ozturk's immediate release, saying she's not a flight risk and her continued detention chills free speech

Middle East Eye - US News - 3 days ago

Liam and Olivia dominate — again — with top baby names for a sixth year in a row

Liam and Olivia have, for a sixth year together, topped the list of names for babies born in the U.S. in 2024.

AP News - Weird - 3 days ago

Millions of Canadians' health data available for sale to pharmaceutical industry, study shows -- Alison Northcott

Details about your health, medical history and prescriptions can all be found in your medical record. A new Canadian study found in some cases, private companies are accessing parts of that data and selling it.

CBC News - Health - 3 days ago

Texas Lawmakers Are Again Pushing to Spend Millions on Kits to Find Missing Kids. Experts Say They Don't Work.

Texas legislators slipped millions for child ID kits into a 1,000-page budget proposal. The move comes two years after they quietly cut funding for such kits following a ProPublica and Texas Tribune report that showed there’s no evidence they work.

ProPublica - Politics - 4 days ago

Top Trump admin health officials share vision for HHS to 'Make America Healthy Again'

HHS officials Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Dr. Mehmet Oz, Jay Bhattacharya and Marty Makary share their visions for the agency in an exclusive interview on 'Special Report.'

Fox News - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Poilievre defends election campaign but promises changes -- May 6, 2025

Andrew Scheer was named the party’s interim Leader of the Opposition in first post-election caucus meeting

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 4 days ago

Is UK-US trade deal really 'historic' or will the devil be in the detail?

Have the US and the UK actually signed a trade deal? Nothing was signed, as you expect on these “historic” occasions. The two countries announced that a de...

Independent.ie - Business - 4 days ago

AI use damages professional reputation, study suggests

New Duke study says workers judge others for AI use—and hide its use, fearing stigma.

Ars Technica - Business - 4 days ago

Exclusive -- 5 highlights from Bill Gates' interview with "CBS Mornings" -- Bill Gates revealed his plan to give away virtually all of his wealth in an interview with "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil and criticized the Trump administration's aid cuts. Here are some standout moments.

Bill Gates revealed his plan to give away virtually all of his wealth in an interview with "CBS Mornings" co-host Tony Dokoupil and criticized the Trump administration's aid cuts. Here are some standout moments.

CBS News - Technology - 4 days ago

Canadian telecoms quietly raise cellphone plan prices and fees after years of better mobile deals

This represents a slight reversal of a multiyear trend that has seen Canadians paying less for their plans

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 5 days ago

Google refers to Persian Gulf as 'Arabian Gulf' in latest update

ALBAWABA – Google, the American multinational technology company, reportedly referred to the Persian Gulf as the 'Arabian Gulf' in its latest update, ac

Albawaba - Business - 5 days ago

EU's water strategy risks failing to tackle growing droughts, pollution

MEPs have decided what they want from the Water Resilience Strategy, pitched as the EU’s pledge to significantly enhance water usage

Euractiv - Environment - 5 days ago

Trump administration to rescind 'overly complex' Biden-era curbs on AI chips

"We will be replacing it with a much simpler rule that unleashes American innovation and ensures American AI dominance," a Commerce Department spokesperson said.

New York Post - Technology - 5 days ago

Open source project curl is sick of users submitting "AI slop" vulnerabilities

“One way you can tell is it’s always such a nice report,” founder tells Ars.

Ars Technica - Technology - 5 days ago

Turkish Airlines cancels Islamabad flights amid India-Pakistan chaos

As India and Pakistan teeter on the edge of war following deadly cross-border strikes, Turkish Airlines (THY) has grounded its flights to Islamabad and...

Daily Sabah - World - 5 days ago

China opens first AI-operated hospital

ALBAWABA – China has unveiled its first artificial intelligence (AI)-operated hospital, Agent Hospital. Designed to treat a wide range of patients entir

Albawaba - Business - 5 days ago

How Is AI Art Different From Human Art?

Two critics — one AI-skeptical, the other AI-curious — discuss the merits of art made by machines.

New York Magazine - Entertainment - 5 days ago

Bill Gates touts AI role in health, education innovation

Microsoft co-founder and former CEO Bill Gates highlighted the potential of artificial intelligence to unlock new tools in health, education and...

Daily Sabah - Technology - 6 days ago

PSX slips as profit-taking erases gains from surprise rate cut

Investor sentiment surged on Tuesday as the capital rallied sharply, reacting to the State Bank of Pakistan’s unexpected monetary policy shift.The Pakistan Stock Exchange’s benchmark...

International The News - Business - 6 days ago

U.S. seeks breakup of Google's ad-tech products after judge finds illegal monopoly

Google has said the company supported behavioural remedies such as making real-time bids available to competitors, but that prosecutors cannot legally pursue a bid to force it to sell parts of its business

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 6 days ago

Lebron James Misses Met Gala Despite Being Honorary Co-chair

LeBron James was a no-show Monday night at the Met Gala in New York, the glittering annual event of which he serves as honorary co-chair.

Breitbart - Sports - 7 days ago

NBC's Mike Tirico Had Medical Emergency on Air

NBC Sports' Mike Tirico suffered a medical emergency that played out during the Kentucky Derby. Tirico has a severe nut allergy, and had a reaction live on air. He appeared on The TODAY Show Monday to explain what happened.

Inside Edition - Health - 7 days ago

How could AI-generated friends be anywhere near the real thing?

Friendship is too complicated and valuable to be accomplished by some AI algorithm.

Chicago Sun-Times - Opinion - 8 days ago

Robotic surgery centre using AI opens at Montreal hospital

The McGill University Health Centre’s Surgical Performance Enhancement and Robotics Centre is hoping to “contribute to the shaping of the future of surgery” with the use of cutting-edge technology and artificial intelligence.

CBC News - Health - 8 days ago

China's economic retaliation against the U.S. may go beyond tariffs

The U.S. government under Trump is headed for a showdown with China, the world's second-largest economy.

CNBC - World - 8 days ago

Dr explains: Is your child at risk? How climate change is worsening asthma and what you can do

The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that asthma affects over 260 million people globally, contributing to around 455,000 deaths annually. The burden is unevenly distributed, with low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) accounting for the majority of asthma-related deaths.

First Post - Health - 9 days ago

World Press Freedom Day: Caribbean media faces new challenges in the age of AI

Regional media organisations cite the “urgent” need to address the transformative impact of AI on journalism within the context of unique challenges of “media viability, misinformation, and natural disasters.”

Global Voices - Technology - 9 days ago

Statewide hotel group signals alarm in wake of government cuts and economic uncertainty

A recent report from the Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association found 70% of Illinois hotels surveyed had cancellations from international travelers.

Chicago Sun-Times - Business - 10 days ago

Children In Military Families Face Unique Psychological Challenges, and the Barriers to Getting Help Add to the Strain

The military promotes a culture of self-reliance and resiliency under pressure – and for good reasons. But for many military families, seeking help is seen as a sign of weakness.

Military.com - Opinion - 10 days ago

US poised to pull back from mediating Russia-Ukraine negotiations

The State Department is poised to end its role as a mediator between Russia and Ukraine after the two sides remain "far apart" on a deal to end the war.

Washington Examiner - World - 10 days ago

Bulgaria's failing drug market is putting patients in jeopardy

The Bulgarian Association for Medicines Parallel Trade Development received 2,700 reports of medicines missing from the Bulgarian market in just one year.

Euractiv - Health - 12 days ago

A look at key features of Meta's new AI assistant

Social media company Meta has announced the launching of its first standalone artificial intelligence assistant application aimed at further improving the user experience — a move also...

International The News - Technology - 13 days ago

Alzheimer's brain treatment shows promising results in new study

Researchers at the University of California, Irvine, have developed a groundbreaking therapy for Alzheimer’s disease by using stem cells to program human immune cells for targeted treatment.

Fox News - Health - 13 days ago

Firefly's rocket suffers one of the strangest launch failures we've ever seen

The rocket’s first stage may have exploded moments after it separated from the upper stage.

Ars Technica - Science - 13 days ago

Speedboat Flips Midair At 200 Mph And Still Wins Race On Arizona Lake

Two racers inside the boat's covered cabin survived the event, which saw the boat go over 30 feet (9 meters) in the air.

Huffington Post - Weird - 13 days ago

UK leading Europe in AI start-ups, tech report claims

More than 1,500 organisations across 12 European countries were surveyed

Evening Standard - Technology - 13 days ago

NASA's oldest full-time astronaut feels 30 again after spaceflight

Fresh from space, NASA’s oldest full-time astronaut said Monday that weightlessness made him feel decades younger, with everyday aches and pains...

Daily Sabah - Science - 14 days ago

Spain is about to face the challenge of a "black start"

Major power facilities require power to operate, and there’s lots of unmet demand.

Ars Technica - Science - 14 days ago

Man Airlifted From Mount Fuji Returns And Needs To Be Rescued Again

A climber airlifted with altitude sickness from near the peak of Japan's Mount Fuji last week returned to the slope and was rescued for a second time just four days later.

Huffington Post - Weird - 14 days ago

Bangkok earthquake: Will Thailand fall out of love with skyscrapers?

Some residents of the world’s 12th tallest city fear returning to high-rise living a month on from earthquake.

Aljazeera - Environment - 15 days ago

Trump says 'Crimea will stay with Russia' as he seeks end to war in Ukraine and secure mineral deal

U.S. President Donald Trump said in an interview published Friday that ''Crimea will stay with Russia," the latest example of how he's pressuring Ukraine to make concessions to end the war while the country remains under siege.

Star Tribune - Top Stories - 17 days ago

The Most Exquisite Daily Display of Republicans Who Are Still Trying to Act Normal Under Trump -- Luke Winkie

We’ve all developed habits to get through the new Trump administration. It’s time to admit mine.

Slate - Business - 17 days ago

L.A.'s office market takes a hit amid trade wars, fires and economic uncertainty

Tenants hunting for office space in the Los Angeles area are in the driver's seat as vacancies plague many landlords trying to fill their buildings with people.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 18 days ago

Giant icebergs once drifted off the coast of Britain, scientists find

Research could indicate how current climate change and global warming are affecting Antarctica

Independent UK - Science - 18 days ago

Insurer of last resort kept growing. Then L.A. fire victims paid the price

As insurers withdrew from the L.A. market, more homeowners joined the FAIR Plan. Now Jan. 7 fire victims are battling with the state's insurer of last resort to get compensated.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 20 days ago

Ex-OpenAI workers ask California and Delaware AGs to block for-profit conversion of ChatGPT maker

Former employees of OpenAI are appealing to the top law enforcement officers in California and Delaware to halt the company’s move to transfer control of its artificial intelligence technology from a nonprofit charity to a for-profit business.

AP News - Technology - 20 days ago

Four-foot-long caiman found and seized by police

The reptile was among several items seized by police as two people were arrested on suspicion of drugs and weapons offences.

Sky News - Weird - 25 days ago

Company apologizes after AI support agent invents policy that causes user uproar

Frustrated software developer believed AI-generated message came from human support rep.

Ars Technica - Business - 25 days ago

KADEM chair calls for action on bias against Muslim women in jobs

Sümeyye Erdoğan Bayraktar, Chairwoman of the Board of Trustees of the Women and Democracy Foundation (KADEM), delivered a compelling speech highlighting...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 25 days ago

Google faces £5-billion lawsuit in Britain for allegedly abusing dominance in online search industry

The lawsuit argues that Google’s actions enabled it to charge higher prices for the advertisements that appear in search inquiries than it otherwise could in a competitive market

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 26 days ago

'The Teacher' has painful lessons to offer -- Writer-director Farah Nabulsi's drama offers a Palestinian perspective on life in the West Bank.

Writer-director Farah Nabulsi’s drama offers a Palestinian perspective on life in the West Bank.

Boston Globe - Entertainment - 27 days ago

This Ghanaian author is challenging traditional norms and advocating for childrens' voices

“In today’s world, where mental health awareness and emotional intelligence are becoming increasingly important, fostering respectful, two-way communication between parents and children is pivotal.”

Global Voices - Entertainment - 1 month ago

Trump tariffs bring anxiety to Costco aisles: Cut back or stock up before prices soar?

Experts say tariffs will affect everyday purchases, but as negotiations continue, exact price increases remain unclear.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 1 month ago

Lithium Triangle mining may strain water sources more than expected, study says -- Maxwell Radwin

Global demand for lithium is expected to increase by nearly 500% over the next few decades, as countries invest more in batteries and electric vehicles meant to reduce their carbon footprint. But lithium also brings its own environmental concerns, putting stress on freshwater supplies in the desert areas where the mineral is most common. Measuring […]

Mongabay - Environment - 1 month ago

NASA's newly returned astronauts say they would fly on Boeing's Starliner capsule again

NASA's celebrity astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams say they would fly on Boeing's Starliner capsule again.

AP News - Science - 1 month ago

Black women's hair products are in the safety spotlight. Here's what to know

Black women around the world spend hours at a time getting synthetic braids but are wondering if the convenience and fashion benefits are outweighed by potential health hazards.

AP News - Health - 1 month ago

Meet the Israeli cyber investors cashing in on Google's $32B Wiz deal

Historic acquisition set to benefit top Israeli cyber investors, including Nir Zuk, Shlomo Kramer and Miki Boodaei; all three also backed Gili Raanan’s CyberStarts fund, one of Wiz’s earliest investors, positioning them for major returns

YNET News - Technology - 1 month ago

After Biden's failure, Trump's Houthi offensive could reshape global power

Commentary: Biden's international coalition failed to stop Houthi attacks on maritime trade, now Trump says strikes against the rebel army will continue until they are defeated; This is a major test for his administration as China and Iran look on

YNET News - Opinion - 1 month ago

Gal Gadot reveals details about blood clot on her brain: 'It was like the world was ending'

Israeli actress opens up about the life-threatening brain clot discovered during pregnancy and credits her mother for pushing for an MRI that led to the diagnosis; 'I'm grateful to be alive'

YNET News - Entertainment - 2 months ago

On International Women's Day, a call for Jamaica to combat systemic barriers that hold women back

"There are so many brilliant, motivated women in Jamaica and the Caribbean, in many fields of endeavour, who still find their heads hitting the proverbial glass ceiling."

Global Voices - Health - 2 months ago

Man behind false Bitcoin founder claim improperly used AI in appeal bid – judge

Dr Craig Wright lost a legal battle over whether he was Satoshi Nakamoto in March last year.

Independent UK - Technology - 2 months ago

Competition regulator will not investigate Microsoft partnership with OpenAI

The Competition and Markets Authority said the link-up between the firms does not qualify for investigation under rules around mergers.

Independent UK - Technology - 2 months ago

Major Gmail update will change how you use your emails

Google says users will need to use a new

Independent UK - Technology - 2 months ago

The 'city killer' asteroid will almost certainly miss us

Chances of a collision have been repeatedly revised upwards but have now started to fall – but it may still hit the Moon

Independent UK - Technology - 2 months ago

Israeli startup grows world's first real dairy protein in potatoes—no cows needed

Israeli startup Finally Foods unveils genetically engineered potatoes that produce real cow-milk protein; first field trial set to take place in southern Israel near Gaza border, paving way for innovative dairy products and more sustainable future

YNET News - Technology - 3 months ago

Not just Google: Microsoft also was involved in Israel's Gaza military campaign

Microsoft was integrated in the Israeli defense establishment's efforts in Gaza after October 7, the British Guardian reveals; Documents indicate that IDF used the company's products and services, including its cloud and AI technologies

YNET News - Technology - 3 months ago

Trump defiant as judge delivers no-jail felony sentence ahead of inauguration

A defiant President-elect Donald Trump received his no-jail sentence Friday in a surreal and historic hearing just days before his return to Washington as the leader of the free world.

Washington Times - Top Stories - 4 months ago

Tired of long organ waitlists, these patients hope for a pig organ transplant

People worried they'll never get a scarce human transplant want to know when they might get a pig kidney instead.

AP News - Health - 4 months ago

A Gulf trade deal would unlock what Britain so desperately needs

Starmer must ensure his trip to the Middle East opens the door to a new era of commerce

Telegraph UK - Business - 5 months ago

Meghan McCain Revealed Who She Voted For In The 2024 Election, And No One Would Have Guessed This

"I have such Christian guilt at night, and I don't want anything on my conscience with any of it."

BuzzFeed News - Opinion - 5 months ago

Why the Government's Google Breakup Plan Is Such a Big Deal

Cleaving off Chrome could reset the web as we know it.

New York Magazine - Technology - 5 months ago

US demands Google sells world's most popular browser

Search giant could be forced to offload Chrome in landmark break-up

Telegraph UK - Technology - 5 months ago

How I raise my kids in an open relationship

We’ve been together for 15 years and although most couples would find it horrifying, both of us sleep with other people

Telegraph UK - Health - 5 months ago

Elon Musk's bet on Trump has paid off spectacularly

The Tesla chief’s $130m investment has already repaid itself several times over – and now he has the president’s ear

Telegraph UK - Technology - 6 months ago

Homecoming of a trailblazer: Sagorika's journey as a women's football star in Bangladesh

Sagorika's outstanding performance throughout the SAFF Under-19 football tournament not only helped Bangladesh secure joint championship status but also marked her triumphant return home after six years.

Global Voices - Sports - 6 months ago

"Don't Come To The Show": Sabrina Carpenter Called Out The Moms Who Criticize Her Risqué Outfits And Said It's "Unfortunate" That She Gets Shamed For Embracing Her Sexuality

“You’ll still get the occasional mother that has a strong opinion on how you should be dressing. And to that I just say, don't come to the show.”

BuzzFeed News - Entertainment - 7 months ago

Freedom of assembly and freedom of expression curtailed as deadly student protests rock Bangladesh

Violent protests rocked Bangladesh in the past week as peaceful students protests turned violent as vested groups hijacked the movement. As of July 24, 197 people have been killed and thousands injured.

Global Voices - World - 9 months ago

A Nightmarish New Report Has Detailed Russia's War Crimes In Ukraine

A new UN-backed report released Thursday found Russia has committed war crimes and likely crimes against humanity during its yearlong invasion of Ukraine.

BuzzFeed News - World - 9 months ago

As Jamaica braces for a direct hit, relief efforts have begun for islands shattered by Hurricane Beryl

Weather experts may be fascinated by Beryl's exceptionality, but those who have been routinely battered fear that all the factors that make Beryl stand out may well become the norm.

Global Voices - Science - 10 months ago

Air Force Veteran Accused of Disclosing Classified Data on Aircraft, Weapons in Latest Military Leak Case -- The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Florida announced that retired Lt. Col. Paul J. Freeman has been...

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Florida announced that retired Lt. Col. Paul J. Freeman has been indicted by a federal grand jury on nine counts of retaining and sharing national defense information.

Military.com - Technology - 10 months ago

Abramovich flew to Ankara, might sell Chelsea FC to Turkish billionaire: report

Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich, the owner of the Chelsea Football Club, flew to Turkey on Wednesday, as he aims to finalize the sale of Chelsea, according to a special report by the Dailymail news website.

Turkish Minute - Sports - 1 year ago

Google Allowed a Sanctioned Russian Ad Company to Harvest User Data for Months

The internet giant may have provided Sberbank-owned RuTarget with unique mobile phone IDs, IP addresses, location information and details about users’ interests and online activity.

ProPublica - Technology - 2 years ago