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Bill Gates pulls out of India AI summit keynote address amid Epstein files scrutiny

Bill Gates pulled his India AI Impact Summit keynote address in New Delhi after scrutiny over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein in newly released DOJ emails.

Fox News - Top Stories - 7 minutes ago

Bruce Springsteen has proclaimed we are living through dark times — but rather than offer a respite, he's further dividing the country.

Bruce Springsteen has proclaimed we are living through dark times — but rather than offer a respite, he's further dividing the country.

New York Post - Top Stories - 53 minutes ago

'Rivalries are what propel the game': Gretzky praises Canadian women amid gold medal defeat to U.S.

Prior to their heartbreaking overtime loss to the U.S. in the gold medal game at the 2026 Winter Olympics on Thursday, Wayne Gretzky said the Canadian women’s hockey team should be proud of their contributions to the fast-growing sport.

CTV News - Top Stories - 57 minutes ago

'It's broken the rules': Ukraine to boycott Paralympics opening ceremony over Russia entry

Russian athletes will be allowed to compete at the Milano Cortina Paralympics because the International Paralympics Committee no longer has evidence that they are supporting the war through sport.

Sydney Morning Herald - Sports - 58 minutes ago

U.S. Scores Gold in Nail-Biting Olympic Women's Hockey Final

Team USA locked in minutes before the game was set to end.

The Daily Beast - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Caitlin Tracey's husband pleads not guilty to charges in her death

Adam Beckerink — accused of hurling Tracey off a 24-story railing, killing her in 2024 — entered the plea to a slew of charges including concealment of homicidal death and false reporting.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Chicago Bears move one step closer to ditching Illinois after Indiana vote

The Chicago Bears described the Indiana stadium progress "most meaningful step forward to date" as lawmakers advance bill for world-class venue in Illinois neighboring state.

Fox News - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Romy Gonzalez is stuck in a holding pattern as the Red Sox begin spring training games

Friday marks four weeks since Gonzalez received a platelet-rich plasma injection for his injured left shoulder, the point at which he is supposed to start feeling better.

Boston Globe - Sports - 3 hours ago

Hockey star Laila Edwards' family saw Olympic gold medal win, thanks to Kelce brothers and GoFundMe

When U.S. hockey defender Laila Edwards skated onto the Olympic ice ahead of Thursday’s gold medal win against Canada, she immediately scanned the stands for the real MVP. It's her

Lancaster Online - US News - 3 hours ago

Eye of the storm -- Former Prince Andrew looks terrified as he leaves jail hours after arrest

Former Prince Andrew appeared tense while leaving jail hours after he was arrested

New York Post - Entertainment - 4 hours ago

Rhaenyra Is Queen in the New House of the Dragon Trailer

And since this is Westeros, that’ll surely go well … right?

New York Magazine - Entertainment - 5 hours ago

Trump administration gives ICE power to indefinitely detain legal refugees in US

Memo permits ICE to detain legally admitted refugees for 'rescreening' if they do not obtain green card within one year of arrival

Middle East Eye - World - 5 hours ago

Arsenal's Buyako Saka: 'I'm very disappointed with how we played in the second half against Wolves'

Late Wolves leveller means seven dropped points from winning positions in 2026 – and Manchester City are lurking

Irish Times - Sports - 6 hours ago

Here's how to AI-proof your career

If AI job losses mean linear careers are only 20 years long then how can you protect your career and your financial security?

Irish Times - Business - 6 hours ago

The Peaky Blinders Movie Trailer Has a Startling Lack of Peaky Blinders in It

Once again, Cillian Murphy and Barry Keoghan are going up against each other during WWII.

New York Magazine - Entertainment - 6 hours ago

Ice Rink Trans Shooter's Son in Jail for Setting Church Fires

The son of the trans shooter who opened fire at an ice rink is serving a prison sentence for setting fires to "a predominantly black church."

Breitbart - Politics - 7 hours ago

Andrew remains in custody after misconduct in public office arrest

The former prince was arrested on Thursday morning, Thames Valley Police said.

Evening Standard - Politics - 7 hours ago

Modi's AI summit turns awkward as tech leaders Sam Altman and Dario Amodei dodge contact

India’s prime minister has put AI rivals Sam Altman and Dario Amodei in an awkward spotlight at a summit in New Delhi. On Thursday, Narendra Modi invited a group of

Lancaster Online - Business - 8 hours ago

T20 World Cup 2026: Full list of matches and results after Afghanistan beat Canada in Chennai -- 4 min read

T20 World Cup 2026 schedule and results: Zimbabwe have topped Group B after defeating Sri Lanka in Colombo. Check out full list of matches, start time, venue details and results.

First Post - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Group raises alarm as Quebec seniors' homes continue to shutter

As many seniors' homes continue to close in Quebec, the Regroupement québécois des résidences pour aînés (RQRA) is warning about a lack of funding for these facilities.

CTV News - Health - 8 hours ago

Did a networking event for women constitute sex discrimination? A Coca-Cola bottler based in N.H. disputes EEOC's claim.

A business that bottles and distributes Coca-Cola products throughout New England is pushing back against the federal government’s claim that it illegally discriminated against male employees by hosting a company trip exclusively for women.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Fountain of youth -- How your longevity obsession may be destroying your health

People are developing "longevity fixation syndrome" — and some are paying $120,000 a week to treat it.

New York Post - Health - 8 hours ago

House of the Dragon Season 3 Teaser Trailer Rains Down Fire and Darkness: Watch

The Game of Thrones prequel series premieres June 2026 on HBO and HBO Max.

Consequence of Sound - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Apple sued for alleged failure to stop child sexual abuse material on iCloud

The lawsuit accuses Apple of prioritizing privacy branding and its own business interests over child safety.

CNBC - Technology - 10 hours ago

The sport of ski mountaineering made its Olympic debut on a snowy day in Bormio

In heavy snowfall, the sport of ski mountaineering made its long-awaited Olympic debut Thursday with the men’s and women’s sprint events.

CTV News - Sports - 12 hours ago

T20 World Cup: India told to avoid sledging Pakistan -- m read

Team India, led by Suryakumar Yadav, focused on cricketing skills over sledging to secure a 61-run victory against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup, advancing to the Super 8 stage.

Gulf News - Sports - 12 hours ago

Billionaire Wexner Says He Went to Epstein's Island, Didn't Know of Crimes

‘I never witnessed nor had any knowledge of Epstein’s criminal activity,’ Leslie Wexner testified.

Epoch Times - US News - 12 hours ago

Arteta obsesses over the tiniest details. Is it now harming Arsenal's title chances?

Arteta’s desire to control every single detail – right down to the steering wheel on the Arsenal bus – is the reason they are leading the title race, writes Miguel Delaney. It is also exhausting, and could become a problem in the run-in

Independent UK - Sports - 12 hours ago

The Indo Daily Extra: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested by UK police

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested by Thames Valley Police on Wednesday morning.

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

CNBC's Inside India newsletter: India is throwing its weight behind AI — but is there substance behind the headlines?

Some of these obstacles include the lack of regulation clear enough to encourage the best AI businesses to come to India and the need for capital infusion.

CNBC - World - 13 hours ago

AI rivals draw buzz over awkward summit moment

Tech bro rivalry is real, or at least it is for Sam Altman and Dario Amodei, the CEOs of two leading U.S. artificial intelligence startups. A video of...

Daily Sabah - Technology - 13 hours ago

Remote Cocos Islands community celebrates Ramadan, preserving unique traditions far from Australia's mainland cities

As nearly two billion Muslims celebrate Ramadan, a secluded Australian territory observes the holy month differently. On the Cocos Islands, the tight-knit Cocos Malay community maintains cultural traditions and a pace of life rarely seen elsewhere.

SBS - World - 15 hours ago

Alberta health authority destroys remaining pediatric drugs imported during 2022 shortage

Pediatric medicine was due to expire soon, prompting authority to abandon donation plans

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Out of Africa: The NSW prop aiming to follow in his father's World Cup footsteps

His father played for Zimbabwe at the 1991 Rugby World Cup, and the Sables have qualified again for the 2027 tournament. But Dan Botha wants to be there in a gold jersey.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

Google Pixel 10a vs iPhone 17e: Which 'budget' phone should you buy? -- Google has finally unveiled its affordable Pixel 10a smartphone in India. Priced at Rs 49,999, the Pixel 10a stands in direct competition with the upcoming iPhone 17e, which will be launched in just a few days. While the key specs of iPhone 17e is yet to be confirmed, we did a comparison to understand which mid-segment phone should you consider buying.

Google has finally unveiled its affordable Pixel 10a smartphone in India. Priced at Rs 49,999, the Pixel 10a stands in direct competition with the upcoming iPhone 17e, which will be launched in just a few days. While the key specs of iPhone 17e is yet to be confirmed, we did a comparison to understand which mid-segment phone should you consider buying.

First Post - Technology - 17 hours ago

Cubs' Kevin Alcantara is competing for Opening Day roster spot, finally pain-free after offseason surgery

Alcántara said the sports hernia had been bothering him since last February.

Chicago Sun-Times - Sports - 18 hours ago

Sam Prendergast out of Ireland side against England as Andy Farrell prefers Jack Crowley at 10

No room for Sam Prendergast in matchday 23 as Ciarán Frawley looks set to be named among the replacements

Irish Times - Sports - 18 hours ago

Cost of housing people fleeing Ukraine war reduces by more than half

Public Accounts Committee to hear funding of over €600m allocated in 2026 compared with about €1.4bn in 2024

Irish Times - Politics - 18 hours ago

Bill Gates cancels AI summit keynote after renewed questions over Epstein ties

Bill Gates has cancelled his keynote speech at an AI summit in India on Thursday as the billionaire faces renewed scrutiny over his ties with disgraced Jeffrey Epstein. The decision to withdraw from...

International The News - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

FCC Chair Brendan Carr claps back at Stephen Colbert

Stephen Colbert claims CBS told him not to broadcast an interview with Senate candidate James Talarico

Independent UK - US News - 20 hours ago

Mark Zuckerberg said he reached out to Apple CEO Tim Cook to discuss 'wellbeing of teens and kids'

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg took the stand in a closely watched social media and safety trial that could reshape the industry.

CNBC - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Faith leaders enter Broadview ICE facility on Ash Wednesday after judge's order

Catholic faith leaders provided communion and ashes to detained migrants inside the Broadview building as Catholics celebrate Ash Wednesday. Faith leaders had been denied access to the building in the fall as the Trump administration's immigration blitz seized the city.

Chicago Sun-Times - Politics - 1 day ago

Retailers looking to cut staff hours due to high employment costs, bosses warn

A survey found 61% of retail CFOs (chief financial officers) and finance directors plan to ‘reduce number of hours and overtime’ for staff.

Independent UK - Business - 1 day ago

Social Security's main trust fund faces depletion, triggering benefit cuts

Social Security benefits are facing automatic cuts starting in 2032 when a key trust fund is expected to reach insolvency, according to new CBO report.

Fox News - Business - 1 day ago

The 'breakdancing' of Winter Olympics: Welcome to ski mountaineering

The Milano-Cortina Games will be the first to feature ski mountaineering, an Alpine sport which combines fast-paced action with tricky, technical descents. It could be a runaway success - but its introduction has split opinion

Independent UK - Sports - 1 day ago

UK police appeal for information on Epstein abuse claims

Files of the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein have prompted UK police to appeal for information over alleged 1990s trafficking and abuse of women in Virginia Water.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 1 day ago

Trump Won't Save Cornyn in Tough Texas Senate Primary -- The incumbent is the underdog against MAGA zealot Ken Paxton, and Trump won't give him a boost. But can Paxton beat one of two promising Democrats?

The incumbent is the underdog against MAGA zealot Ken Paxton, and Trump won’t give him a boost. But can Paxton beat one of two promising Democrats?

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 1 day ago

India beat Netherlands to clean sweep group before T20 World Cup Super 8s

Shivan Dube shines as India warm up for South Africa by beating Netherlands in final group game at T20 World Cup.

Aljazeera - Sports - 1 day ago

'Home Stories' Review: An Intriguing if Unsatisfying Multigenerational Portrait of a Family in a Small East German Town

Eva Trobisch's third feature, premiering in Berlin's competition, casts a mix of young and old talents in a story centered around a teenage girl who scores a slot on a national TV talent show.

Hollywood Reporter - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Stephen Colbert criticizes 'crap' statement from CBS over unaired interview

Colbert said Monday the network had advised him not to air an interview with Texas state Rep. James Talarico over concerns the Trump administration could take legal action. CBS said it did not prohibit the interview from airing.

NBC News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

'Difficult' peace talks spotlight Putin's chief negotiator and Ukraine antagonist

To many in Ukraine and outside observers of the war, the lack of progress in U.S.-led negotiations should be no surprise, given the man leading the Kremlin's team in Geneva.

NBC News - World - 1 day ago

Whoopi Goldberg Addressed Her Name Being Mentioned In The Epstein Files — Here's What She Said

“In the name of transparency… My name is in the files, yes.”

BuzzFeed News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Ukraine officials to boycott Paralympics for letting Russians compete under their flag

The new controversy comes just days after Ukrainian skeleton racer and flagbearer Vladyslav Heraskevych was disqualified from the Winter Olympics for wearing a helmet honoring his country’s athletes killed in the war.

NBC News - World - 1 day ago

Bernie Sanders and Gavin Newsom become adversaries over push to tax California billionaires

Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders traveled to Los Angeles on Wednesday to campaign for the tax proposal, which has Silicon Valley in an uproar, with tech titans threatening to leave the state.

Boston Globe - Business - 1 day ago

Envoys Signal No Breakthrough on Bridging Russia and Ukraine's Political and Military Differences

The latest U.S.-brokered talks between envoys from Moscow and Kyiv over Russia’s all-out invasion of Ukraine ended with no sign of a breakthrough and with both sides saying the talks were “difficult,” as the war’s fourth anniversary approaches next week.

Military.com - US News - 1 day ago

'Difficult' Ukraine Peace Talks End After Zelenskyy Accuses Russia Of Stalling

The talks came just days before the fourth anniversary of Russia's 2022 invasion of its much smaller neighbor.

Huffington Post - World - 1 day ago

Google Confirms I/O 2026 Dates – Smart AI Glasses Launch Teased for This Year

Discover the latest AI advancements and the launch of Google's smart AI glasses at the I/O 2026 conference

International Business Times - Technology - 1 day ago

Why critics scorned Beryl Cook's 'saucy' paintings -- Beryl Cook's paintings were loved by the British public but derided by the art establishment. One hundred years after her birth, a new exhibition argues for a reassessment of her work.

Beryl Cook's paintings were loved by the British public but derided by the art establishment. One hundred years after her birth, a new exhibition argues for a reassessment of her work.

BBC News - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Turkish Cypriot leader affirms UN-mediated talks system failed

Speaking at an event in Istanbul on Tuesday, Turkish Cypriot President Tufan Erhürman said talks with Greek Cypriots cannot be resumed unless the...

Daily Sabah - Politics - 1 day ago

FAB Accelerates Enterprise AI Adoption Through Group-Wide Innovation and Talent Enablement

First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE’s global bank and one of the world’s largest and safest financial institutions, today announced significant progress

Albawaba - Business - 1 day ago

'If you have an AI-generated password you should change it immediately'

AI cybersecurity firm Irregular's research, verified by Sky News, found ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini all produced highly predictable passwords, with repeated and predictable patterns.

Sky News - Technology - 1 day ago

Rugby World Cup defends slow ticket system as fans fume over Taylor Swift-style wait

In scenes reminiscent of Taylor Swift’s recent tour, fans trying to buy Rugby World Cup tickets were stuck in the dreaded waiting room for five hours or more.

Sydney Morning Herald - Sports - 1 day ago

Expert warns against herbal myths and detox trends

Doha, Qatar: Gut health plays a vital role in overall wellbeing, particularly during the holy month of Ramadan when dietary patterns and meal timings...

Peninsula Qatar - Health - 1 day ago

Impunity and unsolved crimes against journalists kill public trust

The safety of journalists is no longer just about physical protection, but a complex intersection of legal resilience, digital hygiene, and psychological support.

Global Voices - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Stephen Colbert says CBS blocked James Talarico interview from air

"I think Donald Trump is worried we're about to flip Texas," Texas state Rep. James Talarico said. "This is the party that ran against cancel culture."

CNBC - Politics - 1 day ago

Report: Ex-Pakistan PM Imran Khan Partially Blinded in Jail Due to Lack of Medical Treatment

A spokesman for imprisoned former Pakistani PM Imran Khan says he has been denied hospital care and treatment, leading to severe loss of vision.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

Fee charged to hospital patients waiting for long-term care points to system bottleneck, some say -- Colleen Underwood -- - -- |

Calgarian Joan MacTavish is frustrated and disappointed her 92-year-old father is subject to a daily fee while he's in hospital waiting for a long-term care space to open up. The fee isn't new. It's meant to offset hospital costs, but experts say it might not be the best tool to manage patient flow.

CBC News - Health - 2 days ago

Iran temporarily closed the Strait of Hormuz as it held latest round of indirect talks with U.S.

It was the first time Iran has announced the closure of the key international waterway, through which 20% of the world’s oil passes, since the U.S. began threatening Iran and rushing military assets to the region.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 2 days ago

Mississippi's school miracle shames failing Chicago leaders on education

Pastor Corey Brooks reveals how Mississippi has transformed from 49th to 9th in reading while Chicago's South Side schools continue failing students.

Fox News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Tudor tells Spurs fans what to expect against Arsenal in bold message

New Spurs boss gives supporters insight into approach for north London derby

Evening Standard - Sports - 2 days ago

Mohammed Osso excites fans with new Ramadan trailer

ALBAWABA - Syrian actor Mohammed Osso announced his return to television drama after a 15-year absence, starring in the series "Bint Al-Nu'man" in the 2

Albawaba - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Artificial Intelligence -- The AI scribe that lets doctors stop typing and start listening

When a patient shared the story of her sister’s death, an AI captured the clinical details—freeing physician Christopher Sharp to just be present

Scientific American - Technology - 2 days ago

Parental backlash against school-assigned laptops is powering up across the country

Parents are forming a loose network teaching one another how to get their children off school-issued Chromebooks and iPads.

NBC News - Technology - 2 days ago

TSA agents working without pay at U.S. airports due to another shutdown

The shutdown went into effect early Saturday and could lead to longer wait times for travelers at airports.

NBC News - Business - 2 days ago

Nolte: Trump Warns Kidnappers Death Penalty Awaits if Nancy Guthrie Not Returned Alive

President Donald Trump used the bully pulpit Monday to threaten Nancy Guthrie’s alleged kidnappers with the death penalty if they do not return the 84-year-old alive. | Politics

Breitbart - Entertainment - 3 days ago

UK targets AI chatbots after Grok outcry

The government has announced a sweeping crackdown on tech firms to protect children from illegal content. It will include measures to eliminate "vile illegal content created by AI", and could even open the door to an Australia-style age limit on social media, a Number 10 spokesperson said.

Sky News - Politics - 3 days ago

Skelton: The billionaire who wants to be California governor

Tom Steyer must solve this dilemma: How does he convince financially struggling Californians they can trust a billionaire to be their governor?

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 3 days ago

Mandatory national service in Canada? Amid AI's rise, that's making more and more sense

If the market intends on outsourcing human work to machines, and won’t reliably provide young Canadians opportunities to work, then government should create those opportunities

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 3 days ago

Zelenskyy ally arrested trying to flee Ukraine as massive corruption probe deepens

Ukrainian authorities detained former energy minister Herman Halushchenko in the Operation Midas probe investigating alleged $100 million kickbacks.

Fox News - Top Stories - 3 days ago

College basketball's new assistant coach: AI

Emerging artificial intelligence apps such as Pick and Roll can watch tape and live games to suggest strategy adjustments on the fly

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 3 days ago

Trump eyes Venezuela visit – but obstacles to his oil plan remain

The US president wants American energy firms to start extracting the crude but they are reluctant.

BBC News - Science - 3 days ago

Lady Gaga explains how fibromyalgia lets her 'connect with people who have it'

Lady Gaga is one of the most influential musicians in the industry despite suffering from a painful chronic illness. The singer revealed that she suffers from fibromyalgia, a chronic disorder where...

International The News - Health - 3 days ago

'Industry' Season 4 Episode 6 Ending Explained: Ken Leung Breaks Down That "Dreamy" Final Show of Eric Tao Walking Away

"We're not supposed to know where he's going," Leung said. "The story is not about how Eric feels or even about Eric. The story is the walking away."

New York Post - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Epstein's buddy: The king of containers

Sultan bin Sulayem’s ties to Epstein raise troubling questions about his role in child trafficking networks

Daily Sabah - Opinion - 4 days ago

Home insurers raise prices, rein in coverage as weather events worsen

Canada’s home insurance safety net is starting to fray at the edges as the costs of extreme weather continue to rise.

CTV News - Business - 4 days ago

A look at false claims made by the Trump administration as it revokes a key scientific finding

President Donald Trump on Thursday revoked the 2009 endangerment finding, which has long been the central basis for U.S. action to regulate greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change.

The Columbian - Health - 5 days ago

Judge Dismisses California Deportation Case for Mexican Father of 3 US Marines -- An immigration judge has dismissed the deportation case against a landscaper who was arrested in Southern California last...

An immigration judge has dismissed the deportation case against a landscaper who was arrested in Southern California last year, and the father of three U.S. Marines is now on a path toward legal permanent residency in the U.S.

Military.com - Opinion - 6 days ago

Olympics: Ukrainian athlete banned over 'political' helmet

The IOC has disqualified Ukrainian skeleton racer Vladyslav Heraskevych for wearing a helmet that features images of Ukrainian athletes killed during Russia's war on Ukraine.

Deutsche Welle - Sports - 6 days ago

Apple Wins Major LTE Patent Battle as Jury Rejects Optis Wireless Claims

A US jury clears Apple of infringing Optis Wireless LTE patents, ending a multiyear $500M legal battle while UK appeals continue.

International Business Times - Technology - 6 days ago

Budget 2026: The big push for AI and jobs in a changing world

Jobs and AI took centre stage in this year’s Budget, with the government committing significant resources to ensure no Singaporean is left behind. What are the concrete steps to propel Singapore forward and can they help build a truly “we first” society? Steven Chia and Tiffany Ang sit down with As

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 6 days ago

Airbnb projects revenue above Wall Street estimates on premium-booking demand

Vacation rental company banks on premium bookings to counter easing demand from cost-conscious customers

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 7 days ago

AI CEO Issues Dire Warning About AI's Imminent 'COVID' Level Disruption: 'You're Next'

If those working in the field of AI are to be believed, the world is on the precipice of rapid, disruptive change that could, in the words of one safety researcher, put the world "in peril."

International Business Times - Technology - 7 days ago

Person detained in Nancy Guthrie case has been released

A man was released from custody shortly after he was detained for questioning in the search for “Today” show anchor Savannah Guthrie’s mother, Nancy Guthrie, who has been missing for over 10 days.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 8 days ago

Record-setting wave of mountain deaths rocks Italy after avalanches strike

At least a dozen people died in Italian backcountry avalanches after the Winter Olympics began. Officials cited unstable snow and backcountry conditions.

Fox News - Environment - 8 days ago

North America -- Ghislaine Maxwell pleads the Fifth in her deposition

She was asked if she was a close friend of Epstein, if she helped him traffic girls, and if she instructed girls to provide sexual favours, among other que...

Independent.ie - World - 9 days ago

This is what happened when an AI-run vending machine was told 'to maximise your bank balance'

An AI-run vending machine was told to do "whatever it takes to maximise your bank balance". It lied. It cheated. It stole. It figured out it was in a simulation.

Sky News - Technology - 9 days ago

AI's dark side has been revealed

Sky's technology correspondent Rowland Manthrope explains the experiment that revealed the dark side of AI.

Sky News - Technology - 9 days ago

The social media battlefield: Political campaigns in Bangladesh's national elections

Bangladeshi political parties compete for Gen Z’s attention with viral content, while battling misinformation alongside street campaigning, as Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube become central arenas for political messaging and debate.

Global Voices - Top Stories - 10 days ago

AI chatbots no better than traditional sources for health advice: Study

A study published Monday suggests that even as AI systems grow capable of acing medical licensing exams, they still do not provide better health guidance...

Daily Sabah - Health - 10 days ago

British media tycoon Jimmy Lai jailed for 20 years in Hong Kong

Jimmy Lai’s son, Sebastien Lai, said from outside Hong Kong that the sentence ‘is devastating for our family and life-threatening for my father’

Evening Standard - World - 10 days ago

Sixteen Claude AI agents working together created a new C compiler

The $20,000 experiment compiled a Linux kernel but needed deep human management.

Ars Technica - Business - 13 days ago

Amazon shares slide as $200 billion outlay fans fears over AI returns

Amazon shares slid after the company outlined a $200 billion AI spending plan, reigniting investor concerns over Big Tech returns.

One America News Network - Business - 13 days ago

AI app spending surges past $5B as usage more than triples in 2025

Worldwide, AI app downloads doubled compared to the previous year to 3.8 billion, while in-app purchase revenue saw even sharper growth, more than tripling...

Daily Sabah - Business - 13 days ago

OpenAI CEO says AI social network Moltbook is likely a fad but technology is promising

AI-powered bots appear to swap code and gossip about their human owners on the Reddit-like website

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 14 days ago

SpaceX completes acquisition of xAI

Washington, USA: SpaceX has announced the completion of its acquisition of artificial intelligence firm xAI, marking a strategic move aimed at strengt...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 16 days ago

Why is this penguin appearing in many social media campaigns across Qatar?

Doha, Qatar: In January 2026, a short video of a lone penguin calmly walking away from its colony toward the icy mountains of Antarctica returned to s...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 17 days ago

Every Sam Raimi Movie, Ranked

The master of Dutch angles and fake blood is back? Groovy.

New York Magazine - Entertainment - 19 days ago

Gold, silver plunge after Trump names Fed chair pick

Gold and silver prices have cratered after US President Donald Trump named Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve

Russia Today - Business - 19 days ago

Viral app 'Are You Dead Yet?' unveils the anxiety and pain of single Chinese youths

“Are You Dead Yet?” appealed to the psychology of the insecure youths, who don’t want to disturb others but wish that someone would pay attention to them when in need.

Global Voices - Health - 20 days ago

CNBC's Inside India newsletter: Can EU carmakers win big in India after tariff cuts?

India has shed import duties on European cars, opening its long-protected auto industry from global competition.

CNBC - World - 21 days ago

Scotland 'leading technological revolution' with AI Growth Zone – Liz Kendall

The UK Government has chosen Lanarkshire as the site of the new specialist zone, which aims to boost the development of data centres and similar.

Evening Standard - Technology - 21 days ago

Apple's AirTag 2 is easier to find thanks to new chip

This is the first major upgrade since Apple introduced AirTags five years ago.

Ars Technica - Technology - 24 days ago

New study challenges claim about microplastics in the human body

For years, studies have suggested that plastic particles have been detected in the human body

Independent UK - Science - 27 days ago

Elon Musk suggests he could buy Ryanair amid spat with boss Michael O'Leary

Mr O’Leary called the Tesla founder an idiot in a row over WiFi on the airline’s planes.

Evening Standard - Technology - 30 days ago

10 things I learned from burning myself out with AI coding agents

Opinion: As software power tools, AI agents may make people busier than ever before.

Ars Technica - Business - 1 month ago

Mother of Elon Musk's child sues his AI company over Grok deepfake images

Ashley St Clair, mother of Musk's son, Romulus, sues over 'pain and mental distress' caused by fake AI images.

Aljazeera - Science - 1 month ago

8 THINGS TO DO THIS YEAR TO LOWER DEMENTIA RISK AND PROTECT YOUR BRAIN

New cases of dementia are estimated to double by 2060, but the good news is that about 45 percent of those cases may be preventable by making lifestyl...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 1 month ago

Mercedes-Benz CLA claims 2026 European Car of the Year award

Mercedes-Benz CLA has won the 2026 European Car of the Year award at the Brussels Motor Show. The German brand last collected the prestigious title in 1974.

Euronews - Entertainment - 1 month ago

Are You Still Waiting for Assistance After Hurricane Helene? We Want to Hear From You.

We want to hear from North Carolinians whose homes were damaged or destroyed to better understand how well the state housing recovery program, RenewNC, is working for those who need it.

ProPublica - Environment - 1 month ago

How Elon Musk's X Shapes the AI Boom

Like it or not, the artificial-intelligence race is playing out on X. That fact has some big implications.

New York Magazine - Technology - 1 month ago

This number of steps a day can reduce risk of death, diseases, analysis finds -- Research published in The Lancet Public Health journal landed on a number different than the 10,000 daily step​ recommendation you may have previously heard.

Research published in The Lancet Public Health journal landed on a number different than the 10,000 daily step​ recommendation you may have previously heard.

CBS News - Health - 2 months ago

The sentence demanded in the case of jailed Istanbul mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu is 2,430 years

The opposition Republican People's Party (CHP), which İmamoğlu represents, has condemned the case as politically driven — arguing the timing and scope are aimed at sidelining a major political opponent.

Global Voices - World - 2 months 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 - Health - 3 months ago

Some protein powders, shakes contain high levels of lead, testing finds -- Some protein powders and shakes contain unsafe levels of lead, according to a Consumer Reports investigation​ that analyzed 23 dairy, beef and plant-based protein supplements.

Some protein powders and shakes contain unsafe levels of lead, according to a Consumer Reports investigation​ that analyzed 23 dairy, beef and plant-based protein supplements.

CBS News - Health - 4 months ago

How toxic fumes aboard planes are giving pilots and passengers brain, nerve injuries

A Wall Street Journal investigation has found that dozens of pilots, flight attendants and passengers have developed brain and nerve injuries strikingly similar to those seen in battered football players, after being exposed to toxic fumes leaking into aircraft cockpits and cabins. While regulators and manufacturers continue to downplay the threat, the growing number of medical cases tells a different story

First Post - World - 5 months ago

'Will federalise DC if...': Trump says US capital 'booming' but threatens national emergency again

President Trump has warned of a national emergency and federal takeover of Washington D.C. after Mayor Muriel Bowser halted police cooperation with ICE amid racial profiling allegations

First Post - World - 5 months ago

Explainer: Turkey's main opposition party faces state-appointed trustee

Should the court rule that violations did indeed happen, it would nullify all decisions taken by the party's current leadership since the congress.

Global Voices - World - 5 months ago

Opinion: Michigan's students can't wait while Republicans play games with our schools

This year it appears that House lawmakers in Lansing are going to run out the clock

Detroit Metro Times - Top Stories - 5 months ago

People Want AI To Help Artists, Not Be The Artist

We surveyed people in the U.S. about artificial-intelligence-generated art. Their answers told us a lot about how we value human creativity

Scientific American - Opinion - 5 months ago

Savar declared 'degraded airshed' as pollution levels triple national standard of Bangladesh

Savar Upazila in Bangladesh has been declared a “degraded airshed,” marking the country’s first initiative of its kind to address air pollution. Experts have called for coordinated action to tackle the crisis.

Global Voices - Health - 5 months ago

Detroit could raise up to $50M a year with admissions tax on sports, entertainment events, study finds

The city could use the extra money to reduce property taxes, fund city services, and attract national events

Detroit Metro Times - Top Stories - 5 months ago

Upset and upheaval: AI promises to revolutionise the global economy

A handpicked article read aloud from the latest issue of The Economist

Economist - Business - 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 - 11 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 - 1 year 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

Chick-fil-A Launching 'Kid-Friendly' Entertainment App

The app features original content that encourages quality time between families and kids.

International Business Times - Entertainment - 1 year ago