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Air Canada suspends plans to restart operations today. Officials say flights to resume Monday evening

Air Canada has suspended plans to restart operations Sunday, after flight attendants refused to comply with a federal return-to-work order.

CTV News - Politics - 18 minutes ago

Resignation and betrayal: What handing Donbas to Putin would mean for Ukraine -- Donald Trump is reportedly planning to urge Ukraine to surrender the Donetsk and Luhansk regions as part of negotiations over an end to the war.

Donald Trump is reportedly planning to urge Ukraine to surrender the Donetsk and Luhansk regions as part of negotiations over an end to the war.

BBC News - World - 1 hour ago

Spain battles 20 big wildfires, deploys 500 more soldiers in searing heat

Authorities are awaiting the arrival of two Dutch water-dumping planes, expected to join other EU aircraft.

Aljazeera - Environment - 2 hours ago

Rubio declares Russia has to 'get something' from peace deal as Putin demands Ukraine's Donetsk region

Russian strongman Vladimir Putin proposed taking all of the Ukrainian region of Donetsk — even the parts Ukraine currently controls — in exchange for a deal, The Post previously reported....

New York Post - Politics - 2 hours ago

European leaders to join Ukraine's Zelensky for meeting with Trump

European and NATO leaders will join Zelensky in Washington for talks with President Trump on ending Russia’s war in Ukraine. Russia agrees to allow NATO-like security protections for Ukraine, U.S. envoy says.

Los Angeles Times - World - 2 hours ago

Hill: Summit optics "much more favorable to Putin" -- Fiona Hill, President Trump's former top Russia adviser on the National Security Council, said "the optics were really much more favorable to Putin than they were to the United States," referring to last week's summit in Alaska.

Fiona Hill, President Trump's former top Russia adviser on the National Security Council, said "the optics were really much more favorable to Putin than they were to the United States," referring to last week's summit in Alaska.

CBS News - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Terence Stamp, actor who played Superman villain Zod, dead at 87

After landing the role of General Zod in the 1978 and 1980 films, Stamp starred in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Putin 'agrees to US security pact for Ukraine' in quest for peace

The US president urged his Ukrainian counterpart to strike a deal with Russia to end the deadliest conflict since the Second World War

Evening Standard - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Analysis -- Is the stock market in an AI bubble? -- Peter Armstrong -- News -- - -- Business -- | -- August 14

The stock market is running hot, driven by AI exuberance. Meta, Amazon, Google, Nvidia are driving the record gains on the promise AI will bring big changes to businesses. But right now, many of the players are investing more in AI than they are making. So will we see a repeat of the dot-com bubble burst or will the hype pay off?

CBC News - Business - 4 hours ago

Marco Rubio says Ukraine-Russia conflict is 'not our war': Full interview

Secretary of State Marco Rubio tells Meet the Press that “life in America will not be fundamentally altered” if the war in Ukraine continues.

NBC News - Politics - 4 hours ago

A Ukrainian sniper unit on Thursday reportedly broke the world record for the longest confirmed sniper kill, eliminating Russian troops from a distance of more than 13,000 feet.

A Ukrainian sniper unit on Thursday reportedly broke the world record for the longest confirmed sniper kill, eliminating Russian troops from a distance of more than 13,000 feet.

New York Post - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Marc Marquez extends win streak to six with maiden Austrian MotoGP victory

Marquez continues his dominance of the 2025 season with a first Austrian GP crown as he closes in on the riders title.

Aljazeera - World - 5 hours ago

Holders Barca open La Liga title defense in style against Mallorca

Spanish champions Barcelona opened their Liga campaign on Saturday with an island cruise as they played almost an hour against nine men on their way to a...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Fatal explosion at U.S. Steel's plant raises questions about its future, despite heavy investment

The explosion this week at U.S. Steel's Pittsburgh-area plant has reignited debate about its future. The Clairton plant is part of a long-standing steelmaking tradition in the Mon Valley and

Lancaster Online - US News - 5 hours ago

Premier League -- Rory Smith: Song remains the same for Liverpool's unlikely fan favourite Federico Chiesa

The precise etymology of the song is difficult to track, but it first seemed to make it out into the wild in May, deep in the bowels of Stamford Bridge.

Independent.ie - Sports - 6 hours ago

Robot freezes Fifth Avenue shoppers while trying on Hoka sneakers in bold AI stunt

Artificial intelligence, or AI, is a form of processing that simulates human and animal intelligence via machines or computer systems to carry out data analytics, language processing, speech recognition and computer vision.

Fox News - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Adriana Lima's LA home featuring AI cameras, laser-beam security system hits market at $15.99M

Adriana Lima and her husband have placed their Los Angeles home with high-tech AI security system on the market for $15.99 million, after purchasing it three years ago.

Fox News - Entertainment - 6 hours ago

Trump's ceasefire pivot will cause dismay in Kyiv and Europe -- The US president demanded a ceasefire before he met Putin. His change of mind flies in the face of what Europe and Ukraine want.

The US president demanded a ceasefire before he met Putin. His change of mind flies in the face of what Europe and Ukraine want.

BBC News - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Sustainable community schools will kickstart CPS 'reconstruction'

Sustainable community schools have demonstrated the power of engaging curricula, high quality teaching, wraparound supports, positive discipline, parent engagement and inclusive school leadership.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Sharjah Islamic Bank Holds First Draw of "Millionaire" Campaign and Announces Winner of BMW XM

Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) has conducted the first draw of its “Millionaire” Campaign, the largest promotional campaign in the Bank’s history and one of

Albawaba - Business - 8 hours ago

Air Canada to resume flights after govt orders end to strike

Air Canada plans to resume flights on Sunday after the Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) acted on a directive from the country's Jobs...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Trump touts Ukraine peace deal sans cease-fire after meeting Putin

Donald Trump on Saturday abandoned his push for a cease-fire in Ukraine and instead vowed to pursue a full peace accord, marking a major shift just hours...

Daily Sabah - World - 9 hours ago

Russian leader reportedly wants key Ukraine territory in deal to end war

President Donald Trump supports Russian leader Vladimir Putin's proposal for Moscow to take full control of the Donbas and freeze the front lines elsewhere for a deal with Ukraine.

Fox News - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

AFLW round one: Saints have plenty to Crow about; Hawks get 'statement' revenge over Lions

Welcome to our AFLW blog for round one. Throughout the season, follow along for updates from every game, as well as news and analysis across the round. Carlton won the season-opener beating Collingwood.

Sydney Morning Herald - Sports - 9 hours ago

Bumrah available for India's selection for Asia Cup -- m read

Indian pacer was sidelined due to injury during the recent series against England

Gulf News - Sports - 9 hours ago

California Unemployment Rate Highest in U.S. - Again

California's unemployment rate is the highest in the nation -- again -- as the state's tech sector struggles to retain jobs.

Breitbart - Politics - 12 hours ago

Serbia ruling party offices set on fire in protests -- Russia throws support behind the beleaguered president, saying it won't "remain unresponsive" to unrest.

Russia throws support behind the beleaguered president, saying it won't "remain unresponsive" to unrest.

BBC News - World - 12 hours ago

North America - Latest - | Trump shifts stance on road to Ukraine peace after meeting Putin in Alaska

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday Ukraine should agree a deal to end the war with Russia because "Russia is a very big power, and they're not", ...

Independent.ie - World - 14 hours ago

Ukrainian marksmen claim world record kill ahead of Trump-Putin summit

A Ukrainian sniper unit reportedly broke a world record with a 13,000-foot kill shot of Russian troops using a Ukrainian-made rifle aided by artificial intelligence.

Fox News - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

'It feels good doing a hard job' - fishing trainee

Sky News visits a course for young fishers amid a dramatic decline in the number of people pursuing the career.

Sky News - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Canadian government forces Air Canada, flight attendants into arbitration -- Air Canada had suspended all operations after more than 10,000 of the airline's flight attendants went on strike after a deadline to reach a deal passed

Air Canada had suspended all operations after more than 10,000 of the airline's flight attendants went on strike after a deadline to reach a deal passed

CBS News - World - 18 hours ago

World News -- UN plastic pollution talks end in 'abject failure' after negotiators reject proposals

Once again, global negotiations to secure a treaty to end plastic pollution have ended without agreement, after two weeks of talks in Geneva exposed irreco...

Independent.ie - World - 19 hours ago

Bill Maher Names Top Democrats He Says Are Too 'Afraid' Of Coming On His Show

The "Real Time" host appeared to suggest that Democrats could win more elections if they came on his show — and named several notable figures.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

How might you reconfigure L.A. so it's a sustainable home for everyone?

We asked readers: How might you reconfigure the city so it is a sustainable home for everyone? Here are some of their answers

Los Angeles Times - Health - 22 hours ago

Putin says Alaska summit 'very useful' as Trump pivots on Ukraine ceasefire - After leaving Alaska, Trump says he would prefer to "go directly to a peace agreement" to end the war in Ukraine as he prepares to meet Zelensky on Monday.

After leaving Alaska, Trump says he would prefer to "go directly to a peace agreement" to end the war in Ukraine as he prepares to meet Zelensky on Monday.

BBC News - US News - 23 hours ago

Keep racial lunacy out of air traffic control before more planes crash

As Biden’s transportation chief, “Mayor” Pete Buttigieg put millions of airline passengers at risk in the mad pursuit of “racial equity” among — get this — air traffic controllers.

New York Post - Opinion - 1 day ago

Tottenham 3-0 Burnley: Spurs open campaign with easy win - LIVE

Thomas Frank takes to the home dugout for the first time since moving to north London

Evening Standard - Sports - 1 day ago

Sam Darnold impresses in preseason debut with Seattle Seahawks, win against Kansas City Chiefs

Sam Darnold looked the part of a franchise quarterback in his first appearance at Lumen Field as the Seattle Seahawks beat the Kansas City Chiefs 33-16 in a preseason game on Friday night.

The Columbian - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Top House Dem sides with Mamdani critics on key controversy surrounding his campaign: 'Legitimate issue'

Democratic House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries legitimized one of the key controversies surrounding NYC socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani, sparking pushback from the left.

Fox News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Bollywood Producers Stealing Actors' Voices to Generate AI Dialogue Without Paying Them

In India's film, gaming, and TV industries, producers are replacing human actors with AI generated voices.

Breitbart - Technology - 1 day ago

Dubai chocolate desserts hit state fairs as a hot-ticket item

Fairgoers from Minnesota to Texas to California are sweet on the treat that's a departure from funnel cakes and turkey legs.

NBC News - World - 1 day ago

Denmark considering sanctions against Israel as EU presidency holder

Mette Frederiksen said Benjamin Netanyahu's government had gone 'too far' in Gaza

Middle East Eye - World - 1 day ago

In northern Pakistan, more than 300 people have died in flash floods caused by heavy monsoon rains.

Heavy monsoon rains have killed hundreds of people in northern Pakistan. Most of the victims died in flash floods while mudslides and road damage are making it hard for rescuers to reach survivors.

Deutsche Welle - Environment - 1 day ago

How we photographed high divers at the Illinois State Fair

Plus: 20 other great Sun-Times photos from this week in news.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Ukraine kills civilians trying to cross into Russia – senior diplomat

The documented murders are part of Kiev’s wider push to wipe out the population in the border Donetsk region, Rodion Miroshnik has said

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

Russian politicians hail Trump-Putin summit as a victory for Moscow and its narrative on Ukraine war

Dmitry Medvedev says summit proved it is possible to hold talks without conditions - as Moscow has insisted - while fighting continues

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Diamondbacks are first MLB team to offer device for sight-impaired fans

The gadget translates live gameplay data into trackable vibrations and audio bites.

Phoenix New Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Matt Gaetz Apologized After His MAGA-Aligned TV Network Used AI Images Of Women Soldiers

Gaetz said the images were generated using Elon Musk's Grok AI, which has come under fire in recent weeks.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Why a classical education may be the key to humanity's future in the AI era

AI experts warn that artificial intelligence lacks morality and will choose immoral paths, making classical education and virtue-based learning essential priorities.

Fox News - Opinion - 1 day ago

Global plastics treaty negotiations fail to reach a consensus — again -- Bridget Stringer-Holden -- News

Worldwide plastic production is on course to triple by 2060, but there are no immediate plans to resume efforts to create a legally binding global treaty to end plastic pollution.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Opendoor CEO resigns following investor pressure campaign

Opendoor CEO Carrie Wheeler said on Friday that she's resigning following "weeks of intense outside interest" in the online real estate company.

CNBC - Technology - 1 day ago

Neil Young Leaves Facebook Over 'Unconscionable' Policies for AI Chatbot Conversations With Children

The singer's decision follows a report from Reuters this week regarding internal documents at Meta that said chatbots can "engage a child in conversations that are romantic or sensual."

Hollywood Reporter - Politics - 1 day ago

U.S. composer's copyright claims to Baby Shark song dismissed by South Korean Supreme Court -- News -- - -- Entertainment

The composer had accused a South Korean kids content company of plagiarizing his version of Baby Shark, which has been incredibly successful and spawned spinoff TV and Netflix shows, movies, smartphone apps and more.

CBC News - Entertainment - 1 day ago

New York Legionnaires' disease cluster grows to 99 cases, 4 deaths

Health officials in New York City say a cluster of Legionnaires’ disease in Central Harlem has grown to 99 cases, including four deaths.

CTV News - World - 1 day ago

Cutting parking for homes built near transit aims to ease housing crunch

A recently passed city ordinance that eliminates some parking minimums could lead to lower construction costs, more housing and lower rents, experts say.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Air Canada faces possibility of having to shut down completely

A complete shutdown of Air Canada is looming if the union representing the flight attendants of the air carrier and the airline can’t strike a deal

Independent UK - US News - 1 day ago

US Retail Sales Rise Amid Limited Consumer Tariff Hit So Far

US retail sales rose moderately in July, according to data released Friday, as markets monitor tariffs that do not so far appear to have significantly battered consumers.

International Business Times - Business - 2 days ago

'Doomsday' Monsoon Rains Lash Pakistan, Killing Almost 200 People

Landslides and flash floods triggered by heavy monsoon rains across northern Pakistan have killed at least 199 people in the past 24 hours, national and local officials said on Friday.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

California valley fever cases hit record highs again in 2025, state reports

LOS ANGELES — The latest California numbers suggest 2025 will be another record-smashing year for valley fever, the illness linked to drought and precipitation and spread by fungal spores.

The Columbian - Health - 2 days ago

Canada Post and union meeting pushed to next week due to mediator availability -- Craig Lord -- News -- - -- Politics

A meeting between Canada Post and the union representing 55,000 postal workers has been delayed until next week due to the availability of federal mediators, the company says.

CBC News - Business - 2 days ago

Musk threatens 'immediate' legal action against Apple over alleged antitrust violations

Apple last year partnered with OpenAI to integrate its ChatGPT chatbot into iPhone, iPad, Mac laptop and desktop products.

NBC News - Technology - 2 days ago

Sturgeon book reignites trans row with JK Rowling -- In her memoir, Sturgeon complains about the Harry Potter author posting a selfie in a T-shirt branding her a "destroyer of women's rights".

In her memoir, Sturgeon complains about the Harry Potter author posting a selfie in a T-shirt branding her a "destroyer of women's rights".

BBC News - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Google AI email summaries can be hacked to hide phishing attacks

A security flaw in Google Workspace's Gemini AI enables cybercriminals to manipulate email summaries with invisible commands that bypass current protections.

Fox News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Veterans Affairs Reassigning Atlanta-Area Nurses Amid Major Overhaul

Sharon Kuluwa's eyes rimmed with tears as she contemplated what could happen to her patients if her mental health care team is shrunk amid the Trump administration's efforts to overhaul the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Military.com - US News - 2 days ago

Chicago aims to have the most air pollution sensors in the U.S.

The city is racing to put up 277 sensors. Once installed, Chicago will have the most high-quality air monitors in the country, a model that rivals only London, which has more than 400.

Chicago Sun-Times - Politics - 2 days ago

Dollar holds gains after hot US inflation data trims Fed cut bets

Singapore: The US dollar held on to the previous session s gains on Friday after stronger than expected inflation data prompted traders to scale back...

Peninsula Qatar - Business - 2 days ago

Trump and Putin's Arctic Chess Game Is About Far More Than Ukraine

"Better U.S.-Russian relations may enable cooperation among all Arctic nations," Mike Sfraga, former U.S. envoy to the Arctic, told Newsweek.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Beyoğlu mayor among dozens held in expanding Istanbul corruption probe -- Police on Aug. 15 detained more than 40 people, including Beyoğlu Mayor İnan Güney, in the latest wave of a sweeping corruption investigation into the Istanbul Municipality.

Police on Aug. 15 detained more than 40 people, including Beyoğlu Mayor İnan Güney, in the latest wave of a sweeping corruption investigation into the Istanbul Municipality.

Hurriyet Daily News - World - 2 days ago

Minister 'hugely disappointed' as talks to agree UN plastics treaty fail

Emma Hardy said she is however ‘extremely proud’ of how UK negotiators worked tirelessly to seek an ambitious deal.

Evening Standard - Politics - 2 days ago

Meta allowed AI chatbots to have 'sensual' conversations with children

A chatbot created by Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta was allowed to engage in “romantic or sensual” conversations with children, internal company documents have rev...

Independent.ie - Business - 2 days ago

The Globe and Mail Bestsellers for the week of August 16, 2025

The Bestsellers Lists are compiled by The Globe and Mail from information provided by BookNet Canada’s national sales tracking service, BNC SalesData

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Mairead McGuinness drops out of presidential race for health reasons

Fine Gael to consider options in coming days, with senior party figures keen to find another candidate

Irish Times - Politics - 2 days ago

Heavy rain and flooding in Tennessee kill at least four -- At least four people died in Tennessee due to heavy rain and flooding, causing chaos and dramatic rescues. A family was killed by a fallen tree in East Ridge.

At least four people died in Tennessee due to heavy rain and flooding, causing chaos and dramatic rescues. A family was killed by a fallen tree in East Ridge.

Euronews - World - 2 days ago

From Israel to his mother's tears and a vow to 'Make Ireland home again' – here's what we learnt from Gareth Sheridan's presidential campaign launch

Businessman and entrepreneur Gareth Sheridan has officially launched his bid to be president of Ireland. Here is what we learnt about the 35-year-old Dubli...

Independent.ie - Opinion - 2 days ago

Man fleeing immigration raid in California fatally struck by vehicle, officials say

The city manager of Monrovia said someone fled the immigration activity at a Home Depot onto the 210 Freeway and was hit by a vehicle.

NBC News - Politics - 2 days ago

Air Canada flight cancellations costing travellers more than ticket prices as strike looms

A complete shutdown of Air Canada and Air Canada Rouge could affect about 130,000 passengers’ travel plans daily, officials say

The Globe and Mail - Business - 2 days ago

Trump believes Putin ready for peace in Ukraine

WASHINGTON/MOSCOW/KYIV: US President Donald Trump has said that he thinks his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin is willing to bring the war in Ukraine to an end. Speaking ahead of his...

International The News - World - 2 days ago

Google releases pint-size Gemma open AI model

The new Gemma model is a fraction of the size of most new models.

Ars Technica - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Potential Fed chair pick David Zervos of Jefferies backs aggressive rate cuts

The Jefferies strategist told CNBC that central bankers shouldn't be daunted by the PPI showing inflation pressures hotter than expected.

CNBC - US News - 2 days ago

AI used to design antibiotics that can combat drug-resistant superbugs

Antibiotics are used to kill bacteria, but some infections have become resistant to drugs. It is estimated drug-resistant bacterial infections cause nearly 5 million deaths per year worldwide.

Sky News - Technology - 3 days ago

Appeals court agrees NFL can be put on trial over claims Black coaches face discrimination -- Larry Neumeister -- Sports

The NFL can be put on trial over civil claims that Brian Flores and other Black coaches face discrimination, a federal appeals court ruled Thursday, rejecting the league's attempt to force Flores into arbitration with commissioner Roger Goodell as the arbitrator.

CBC News - Sports - 3 days ago

Can the government do anything to boost Britain's growth?

Sean O’Grady looks at the factors impeding the country’s growth, and at why being on the right path economically may not be enough to secure Labour a second term

Independent UK - Politics - 3 days ago

Conservatives plan national campaign against federal electric vehicle mandates

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has set his sights on Canada’s electric vehicle mandate, pledging Thursday that his party will embark on a national campaign to push the Liberal government to scrap the policy he’s dubbed the “Carney tax.”

CTV News - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Illinois residents pay the price as climate change makes hail more destructive

Insurers are raising rates. State officials are pressing back. And scientists say that researching this “underappreciated peril” is critical.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Air Canada canceling hundreds of flights as cabin crew strike looms

Air Canada said Thursday it expects to cancel several dozen flights by the end of the day and about 500 flights by Friday night, disrupting travel for...

Daily Sabah - Business - 3 days ago

Cincinnati beatdown suspects arraigned on new charges; bond changes spark courtroom drama

Cincinnati beatdown suspects could face up to 30 years in prison on felonious assault charges as federal gun charge added for convicted felon Montanez Merriweather.

Fox News - US News - 3 days ago

Erdoğan discusses Russia-Ukraine war with NATO chief Rutte

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan discussed the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war in a phone call with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte, held at Rutte’s request....

Daily Sabah - Politics - 3 days ago

Pilot breaks altitude record for solar-powered plane, team says -- The achievement is "one of those unforgettable peaks that define great human and technological adventures," the SolarStratos mission said in a statement.

The achievement is "one of those unforgettable peaks that define great human and technological adventures," the SolarStratos mission said in a statement.

CBS News - Technology - 3 days ago

Ethel Cain and Lana Del Rey Go to Alt-Pop War

Question for the culture: Which of Lana Del Rey’s Instagram posts did Ethel Cain hate?

New York Magazine - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Joinery firm branches out across Britain and Ireland thanks to investment programme

A NORTHERN Irish joinery firm has expanded its reach into Britain and Ireland thanks to a governm...

Irish Post - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Social Security is 90 years old. We are making it smarter, better, faster under Trump

As we celebrate this 90th anniversary, we must also keep our eyes firmly on the future. Social Security is not a program of the past; it is a promise to future generations.

Fox News - Opinion - 3 days ago

Here's how to combat the humidity that's making you break out

London’s humidity is set to skyrocket tomorrow, which could have knock-on effect on your health and your skin.

Evening Standard - Health - 3 days ago

US-brokered Azerbaijan-Armenia deal a 'great betrayal': Iranian press review

Meanwhile, Iranian politician calls Israel a water thief, rice hoarding scandal highlights corruption, and nuclear negotiations slammed

Middle East Eye - US News - 3 days ago

AI to the rescue? Manufacturers play smartly to weather tariffs

Some manufacturers like U.S. lawnmower maker The Toro Company are not alarmed by U.S. President Donald Trump's global trade tariffs. Despite five...

Daily Sabah - Technology - 3 days ago

New Documentary Examines the Legacy of Talk Show Host Ed Sullivan -- Entertainment

A new Netflix documentary, "Sunday Best," looks back at how Ed Sullivan fought to showcase Black performers at a time when discrimination was rampant on TV.

Inside Edition - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 review: The chairman of the boards is back

You do some of your best work standing still in this double remake of the frenetic skateboard sims from the early 2000s.

Independent.ie - Entertainment - 3 days ago

explainer - Why has Canada's rules on military exports to Israel sparked controversy? August 10, 2025

A Canadian senator has called for more transparency from Ottawa following contradictory reports about equipment exported to the Middle East

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 3 days ago

Toothpaste made out of hair could be on shelves in two years — scientists say it's the secret to stopping tooth decay

Tooth decay affects nearly 90% of adults 20 to 64 years old and about 46% of children.

New York Post - Weird - 4 days ago

Events -- FIFA Needs Unpaid Volunteers to Staff Miami World Cup

Miami is one of 16 cities across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico hosting World Cup games next summer.

Miami New Times - US News - 4 days ago

Do Kwon, the man behind $40 bn cryptocrash, pleads guilty to fraud -- Kwon, 33, co-founded Terraform Labs in Singapore and built the TerraUSD and Luna tokens, a pairing that once carried a market value north of $50 billion

Kwon, 33, co-founded Terraform Labs in Singapore and built the TerraUSD and Luna tokens, a pairing that once carried a market value north of $50 billion

First Post - Technology - 4 days ago

Openings & Closings -- Popular fried chicken chain lands in Arizona with East Valley restaurant

The first Arizona location is now open and next week, customers can score free meals for six months. What to know.

Phoenix New Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Study: AI Chatbots Create Echo Chambers on Social Media with the Most Partisan Bots Gaining Engagement

A recent study by researchers at the University of Amsterdam has revealed that AI chatbots, when placed in a simple social media structure, tend to self-organize based on their pre-assigned affiliations and create echo chambers, even in the absence of content discovery algorithms.

Breitbart - Technology - 4 days ago

Film, TV & Streaming -- Churchill's Documentary Takes Viewers Back Inside the Historic Little Haiti Venue

And, yes, Flash of F licks the walls of the infamous Churchill's bathrooms.

Miami New Times - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Air Canada to cancel flights ahead of possible cabin crew strike

Air Canada is scaling back flights and warning it may ground its entire fleet by the weekend

Evening Standard - World - 4 days ago

Charlie Sheen Is Ready to Confess in Trailer for Netflix Documentary: Watch

The trailer for Netflix's documentary aka Charlie Sheen has been released, featuring interviews with the actor and his family, friends, and castmates.

Consequence of Sound - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Türkiye warns Israel, YPG against destabilizing Syria

Ankara accuses Israel of fueling instability in Syria and warned the YPG against exploiting the country’s post-war transition, calling the U.S.-backed...

Daily Sabah - Politics - 4 days ago

Musk clashes with Altman after accusing App Store of favoring OpenAI

San Francisco, United States: Elon Musk has accused Apple of unfairly favoring ChatGPT on its App Store and threatened legal action, triggering a fier...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 4 days ago

Cancer survival rates rise substantially but 'longer waits' hit progress, say researchers

A study has found major variations in survival rates between different cancers, with Cancer Research UK saying some patients face unacceptable delays.

Sky News - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Perplexity AI makes bold $34.5B bid for Google's Chrome browser

Perplexity AI, in a surprise bid, offered Google $34.5 billion on Tuesday for its popular Chrome web browser, which the internet giant could potentially be...

Daily Sabah - Technology - 4 days ago

Gas prices: Remain steady and cheaper than a week ago

The national average gas price for a gallon of regular gas has remained steady throughout the country and is currently cheaper than a week ago.

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 4 days ago

New Uvalde Records Reveal Details About School Safety Concerns and Shooter's Behavioral Issues

The release is part of a settlement agreement in a lawsuit that news organizations brought against state and local governments. The fight continues to get the Texas Department of Public Safety to release its own records.

ProPublica - Top Stories - 4 days ago

Using AI tools can 'deskill' certain health workers – study

The new study examined health workers who look for signs of bowel cancer.

Evening Standard - Technology - 4 days ago

A bowel cancer examination revealed AI's negative impact on doctors

Academics said that the finding is concerning given the rapid uptake of artificial intelligence (AI) across healthcare

Independent UK - Health - 4 days ago

YouTube to start using AI-powered age verification system for US users

The tests initially will only affect a sliver of YouTube’s audience in the U.S., but it will likely become more pervasive if the system works as well at guessing viewers’ ages as it does in other...

New York Post - Technology - 4 days ago

Ukraine Says Fighting 'Difficult' After Reports Of Russia's Rapid Gains

Ukraine said Tuesday it was engaged in "difficult" battles with Russian forces after Moscow had made rapid advances in a narrow but important section of the front line in the country's east.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 5 days ago

Trump Praises China-Linked Intel CEO After 'Very Interesting' WH Meeting - Called for His Resignation Days Ago

President Donald Trump has changed his position on Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan following a meeting between the two at the White House.

Breitbart - Technology - 5 days ago

Elon Musk Threatens Apple with Antitrust Lawsuit for Favoring OpenAI in App Store

Elon Musk has lashed out against Apple, alleging that the tech giant is engaging in anticompetitive practices by favoring OpenAI's apps in the iPhone App Store rankings over his own AI offering, Grok. The tech tycoon promised to file an antitrust lawsuit against the iPhone giant over Grok's rankings in the App Store.

Breitbart - Technology - 5 days ago

Female police officer leaps into water, fights career criminal before making arrest, video shows

NYPD officers jumped into East Rockaway Inlet to arrest suspected car thief Matthew Swafford after he leaped from a dock to escape capture in Queens.

Fox News - US News - 5 days ago

AI and social media are everywhere in teens' lives. Can they impact cognitive skills? -- Jessica Wong -- News -- - -- Canada -- |

Technology is an integral part of schooling today, but when students use ChatGPT to complete assignments or scroll TikTok to research topics, what's happening to their cognitive skills? Concern that dependency on certain technologies will impact young people's thinking and development has some educators urging caution.

CBC News - Entertainment - 5 days ago

Computer Science Graduates Struggle to Find Jobs During Tech Layoffs and AI Boom

Despite years of promises from tech leaders about lucrative coding careers, recent computer science graduates are facing a challenging job market due to the rise of AI programming tools and widespread layoffs in the tech industry. Some are taking jobs at fast food restaurants while they plan their next move.

Breitbart - Technology - 6 days ago

Last Call! New Times Summer Membership Campaign Ends August 10

Free, independent journalism doesn't come cheap.

Miami New Times - US News - 6 days ago

Amazon, OpenAI, Google offer discounts to federal government agencies

Big Tech CEOs attended President Donald Trump’s inauguration in January and have since made deals to offer services to the federal government at a discount.

Washington Examiner - Technology - 6 days ago

Kilkenny Arts Festival review: Viol recital by Fahmi Alqhai spans from 16th century to a pallid Purple Haze

Demonstration of this ancient instrument in all its guises moves through a wide repertoire

Irish Times - Entertainment - 6 days ago

Ad ruling and Spanish strikes deal Ryanair a summer blow

RYANAIR is facing a difficult August, as it contends with both a regulatory ruling over a mislead...

Irish Post - Business - 6 days ago

GSA partners with OpenAI to give federal agencies access to ChatGPT for $1 annually

The partnership comes as the Trump administration pushes for artificial intelligence initiatives worldwide.

Washington Examiner - Technology - 6 days ago

Europe -- France's largest wildfire in decades leaves trail of devastation

France’s largest wildfire in decades was burning at a slower pace on Thursday after covering more than 62 square miles in the south of the country and clai...

Independent.ie - World - 7 days ago

A new discovery that tree wood contains specialized microbiomes could hold clues about forest health and climate change.

Healthy trees contain more than one trillion different bacteria, fungi and viruses, a new study has found. These wood microbiomes could hold clues about forest health and climate change.

Deutsche Welle - Health - 8 days ago

Taiwan's TSMC fires staff, probes suspected trade secret leak of breakthrough 2nm chip

TSMC has not publicly disclosed the specific nature of the data involved or the intended purpose of the suspected leaks. The company is investigating whether the information was transferred externally and whether additional parties were implicated

First Post - Technology - 8 days ago

The mysterious 'dark comets' prowling our Solar System -- These strange objects could explain how water arrived on Earth, but may also be a previously unrecognised threat to our planet. Now, a spacecraft is headed towards one to investigate.

These strange objects could explain how water arrived on Earth, but may also be a previously unrecognised threat to our planet. Now, a spacecraft is headed towards one to investigate.

BBC News - Technology - 8 days ago

American AI Companies Open Up to Counter China

‘Broad access to these capable open-weights models created in the US helps expand democratic AI rails,’ OpenAI said.

Epoch Times - Business - 9 days ago

Is Britain finally realising that Palestinian children are human?

After nearly two years of genocide, the UK government is gearing up to accept a contingent of critically ill and injured children from Gaza. But much more is needed

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 9 days ago

Muthukumar Murugan: Transforming and Integrating Data Frameworks with AI and Cloud Data Solutions for the P&C Insurance Industry

The Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance industry is undergoing a massive digital transformation, driven by the need for real-time data processing, predictive analytics, and seamless integration across multiple platforms. At the forefront of this revolution is Muthukumar Murugan.

International Business Times - World - 9 days ago

OpenAI unveils free ChatGPT-5 as AI rivalry intensifies

SAN FRANCISCO: OpenAI has released highly anticipated ChatGPT-5 for free, opening up its most powerful AI model yet to millions of users around the world. The move comes as the competition...

International The News - Technology - 9 days ago

OpenAI releases ChatGPT-5 as AI race accelerates

OpenAI on Thursday released a keenly awaited new generation of its hallmark ChatGPT, touting significant advancements in artificial intelligence capabilities, as a global race over the technology...

International The News - Technology - 10 days ago

From ice cubes in public spaces to solar reflective paint, innovative architectural designs are beating the heat.

From heat-deflecting building shades and ice cubes in public spaces to cooling stone desert structures and UV-resistant umbrellas, innovative new architectural and lifestyle designs are beating the heat.

Deutsche Welle - Entertainment - 10 days ago

Ion Iliescu's death exposes Romania's deep divisions over his legacy as former leader laid to rest

On the day of Ion Iliescu’s funeral, the polarizing legacy of Romania’s first elected president after the fall of communism was laid bare

Independent UK - World - 10 days ago

Healthy Returns: Medicare, Medicaid will reportedly pilot covering obesity drugs

The Trump administration is planning to pilot covering weight loss drugs. A longtime healthcare exec moves to a strategic advisory role at General Catalyst.

CNBC - Health - 11 days ago

The latest sign of Broken Britain? The mass closure of police stations

The message from the Met is clear: do not try and see the police in the one place where you might think they’d be available, in an actual police station. Just call them instead. And if you are rash enough to be mugged or assaulted and want to make your way to the safety of a police station, do make sure you do it in the right place at the right time.

Evening Standard - Opinion - 11 days ago

Trump raises India tariffs to 50% over Russian oil purchases

Trump last week said that India would pay a tariff of 25%, in addition to a "penalty" over the country's purchase of military equipment and energy from Russia.

CNBC - World - 11 days ago

The surprise new therapy that can help reduce back pain

Cognitive functional therapy is used to ‘address the causal mechanisms’ of chronic lower back pain

Independent UK - Health - 11 days ago

Reeves 'must raise taxes or cut spending to plug £50bn black hole'

Leading economists say the chancellor may have to raise taxes, cut public spending or tear up her fiscal rules

Independent UK - Politics - 11 days ago

An atomic bomb, a missed train and an extraordinary story of survival.

As the 80th anniversary of the Hiroshima bombing approaches, a 96-year-old woman reflects on the twist of fate that saved her life, her journey as a 'war bride' in Australia and the lasting lessons for a world facing fresh nuclear tensions.

SBS - World - 11 days ago

Gas prices: Remain steady through the last week of July

The national average price for a gallon of regular gas has remained steady the last week of July.

Washington Examiner - Business - 12 days ago

American Eagle stock soars 23% after Trump praises Sydney Sweeney ad

American Eagle stock surged 23% after Donald Trump praised the brand’s Sydney Sweeney ad, turning the denim campaign into a viral cultural flashpoint.

Washington Examiner - Business - 12 days ago

EU Commission struggles to explain tobacco tax plan

The European Commission struggled to answer key questions from member states about its proposal to divert national tobacco tax revenues into the EU budget, raising doubts over the plan’s feasibility

Euractiv - Health - 12 days ago

Mission begins to save snails threatened by own beauty

Researchers in Cuba and the UK are working together to reveal the biological secrets of the beautiful but endangered Polymita snail.

BBC News - Science - 13 days ago

Gonorrhoea vaccine becomes available at sexual health clinics in England

The programme is targeted to those most at risk and could prevent up to 100,000 cases.

Evening Standard - Health - 13 days ago

Singapore's performance as World Aquatics Championships host praised as 'standout success'

The International World Aquatics committee says Singapore's performance as host was a standout success. Its executive director credited the local organising committee's leadership and efficiency, despite a short runway leading to the championships. Despite a few hiccups, the local organising committee says the nimble

Channel NewsAsia - Sports - 14 days ago

Government defends Online Safety Act after X claims it threatens free speech

The move came after Elon Musk’s social media platform X criticised the new law which it described as ‘heavy-handed’.

Evening Standard - Technology - 15 days ago

So far, only one-third of Americans have ever used AI for work

AP survey shows most Americans treat AI chatbots like a search engine replacement.

Ars Technica - Business - 18 days ago

AI in Wyoming may soon use more electricity than state's human residents

Proposed data center would demand 5x Wyoming’s current power use at full deployment.

Ars Technica - Business - 18 days 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 - 20 days ago

Did Tesla try to replace Elon Musk behind the scenes? -- Tesla is denying a bombshell report that its board sought to replace Elon Musk due to his growing political commitments and controversial public image. Despite denials from Chair Robyn Denholm and Musk himself, questions remain amid falling profits, consumer backlash and Musk's high-profile role in Donald Trump's administration

Tesla is denying a bombshell report that its board sought to replace Elon Musk due to his growing political commitments and controversial public image. Despite denials from Chair Robyn Denholm and Musk himself, questions remain amid falling profits, consumer backlash and Musk’s high-profile role in Donald Trump’s administration

First Post - Technology - 20 days 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 - 20 days ago

Urgent Need For 'Global Approach' On AI Regulation: UN Tech Chief

The world urgently needs to find a global approach on regulating artificial intelligence, the United Nations' top tech chief said this week, warning that fragmentation could deepen risks and inequalities.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 21 days ago

Death confirmed from rare and deadly 'brain-eating amoeba' in southern lake

A fatal case of brain-eating amoeba has been reported in South Carolina, with health officials advising swimmers to take precautions in warm freshwater.

Fox News - Health - 22 days ago

Supply-chain attacks on open source software are getting out of hand

Attacks affected packages, including one with ~2.8 million weekly downloads.

Ars Technica - Business - 23 days ago

AI tool created to monitor barn owl chicks without disturbing nesting sites

A computer model will be able to calculate the number of owls by distinguishing their individual calls.

Independent UK - Science - 23 days ago

British surgeon claims IDF 'deliberately' shooting boys in specific parts of their bodies at Gaza aid points

The IDF said it "categorically rejected" claims of "intentional harm to civilians, particularly in the manner described" - after Dr Maynard made the allegations in a Sky News interview with Yalda Hakim.

Sky News - World - 23 days ago

Google's new AI deciphers missing Latin words in Roman inscriptions

AI sets new state-of-the-art benchmark in restoring and dating damaged texts, scientists say

Independent UK - Science - 24 days ago

Rogers raises service revenue guidance, records steep profit decline in second quarter

Telecom reports sharply lower subscriber growth; total revenue at $5.2-billion, meeting consensus

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 25 days ago

The environmental blockade of Kozhuv Mountain in North Macedonia: 'We will stand here until the end'

The environmental activists guarding Kožuv Mountain, near the border between North Macedonia and Greece, are trying to prevent the construction of two hydroelectric power plants.

Global Voices - Environment - 25 days ago

Man's deadly brain cancer tumor disappears after experimental drug trial

Man with deadly glioblastoma shows no signs of disease after taking experimental immunotherapy drug ipilimumab, inspiring a clinical trial for newly diagnosed patients.

Fox News - Health - 26 days ago

Doctors warn of risks with 'coffee enemas' as the practice gains steam on social media

Coffee enemas, a controversial alternative medicine practice from the 1920s, lack scientific evidence and pose significant risks, according to gastroenterology experts.

Fox News - Health - 28 days ago

Rep. Garcia of Long Beach asks RFK Jr. to explain targeting of HIV/AIDS funding for cuts

In a letter, the Long Beach Democrat asked Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to produce documents around cuts to HIV/AIDS funding under the Trump administration.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 1 month ago

The Dual Path to Resilient and Ethical AI: Innovations in Security and Bias Mitigation

Naresh Babu Goolla, a leading researcher in responsible AI and autonomous cybersecurity, explores how emerging technologies are transforming digital defense while reinforcing fairness and trust.

International Business Times - Technology - 1 month ago

Gas prices remain steady heading into the middle of July

Gas prices have remained relatively steady so far this summer.

Washington Examiner - Environment - 1 month ago

FOX Corporation relief campaign raises $7 million to aid Texas communities hit by devastating floods

FOX News Media viewers have helped raise $7 million to aid Texas communities following the devastating flooding that killed more than 120 people earlier this month.

Fox News - Environment - 1 month ago

Nvidia says it will resume sales of 'H20' AI chips to China

Beijing: US tech giantnvidiasaid on Tuesday it will resume sales of its H20 artificial intelligence chips to China, after Washington pledged to remove...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 1 month ago

Recent college graduates face a new obstacle in finding a job: AI -- Unemployment is rising among recent college grads as employers turn to artificial intelligence to handle entry-level work.

Unemployment is rising among recent college grads as employers turn to artificial intelligence to handle entry-level work.

CBS News - Business - 1 month ago

Elon Musk says his new AI model 'better than PhD level in everything'

The billionaire SpaceX and Tesla boss was speaking at the launch of the latest version of his company xAI’s flagship model.

Evening Standard - Technology - 1 month ago

The making of AJ Dybantsa, the most exciting basketball prospect in Massachusetts history -- He's already making millions. He's worked out with LeBron James. But the projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA draft has his family — and his Brockton roots — to keep him grounded.

He’s already making millions. He’s worked out with LeBron James. But the projected No. 1 pick in the 2026 NBA draft has his family — and his Brockton roots — to keep him grounded.

Boston Globe - Sports - 1 month ago

At Work, at School, and Online, It's Now AI Versus AI

Chatbots fighting chatbots is the new normal.

New York Magazine - Technology - 1 month ago

Cuomo Struggles To Hold Lead As Mamdani Gains In NYC Mayoral Primary

Turnout has already been brisk, with more than 400,000 early votes cast ahead of Primary Day. As temperatures soar past 100°F, the mood at polling stations across the city remains intense but orderly.

International Business Times - US News - 1 month ago

Marine Corps Releases New Details on Drone Competitions Coming to Bases Around the World -- Five Marine Corps bases will host drone competitions to test Marine teams from across the fleet on "hunter-killer" drone...

Five Marine Corps bases will host drone competitions to test Marine teams from across the fleet on "hunter-killer" drone employment, speed and agility, with the first event occurring at Quantico, Virginia, in November.

Military.com - Technology - 2 months ago

Illinois food businesses in the crosshairs of trade war Trump says will boost U.S. manufacturing

Produce from warm climates can’t be re-shored to the U.S. for year-round consumption, like some industrial and consumer goods.

Chicago Sun-Times - Business - 3 months ago

He Became the Face of Georgia's Medicaid Work Requirement. Now He's Fed Up With It.

A 54-year-old mechanic called Pathways to Coverage a “great program” at the governor’s press conference. But after getting kicked off the health insurance program for low-income Georgians twice, bureaucratic red tape has him at his wit’s end.

ProPublica - Health - 3 months ago

Educate And Uplift: The Relentless Work Of Chaim Malespin To Serve Israel And The World

Born in the United States and raised in Israel, after immigrating at the age of 15, Malespin's life has been shaped by a deep-rooted conviction that helping others achieve their full potential is not an act of charity but a sacred obligation.

International Business Times - US News - 3 months ago

Have You Been Affected by Changes at the Department of Veterans Affairs? Tell Us About It.

Have you experienced setbacks in your care or benefits amid the changes at the Department of Veterans Affairs? ProPublica wants to hear from you.

ProPublica - Top Stories - 3 months ago

California breathes sigh of relief with delayed tariffs on Mexico and Canada. China remains in play

Stocks largely recover from an early tumble after Trump confirms one-month delay in imposing tariffs on Mexico. But tariffs on China remain in play.

Los Angeles Times - Business - 3 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 - 3 months ago

The runner who went viral and sparked a campaign for change for women

When a photo of ultrarunner Sophie Power breastfeeding during a race went viral, it sparked a campaign for change.

BBC News - Sports - 3 months ago

Student rescued from mountain twice in four days - after going back to find his phone

The man, identified by police only as a 27-year-old Chinese student, developed altitude sickness twice after climbing during the peak's off-season.

Sky News - Weird - 3 months ago

Google working to decode dolphin communication using AI

Google is harnessing artificial intelligence (AI) to study how dolphins communicate with the ultimate goal of enabling humans to one day talk with them.

Fox News - Science - 3 months 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 - 4 months ago

Texas AG Ken Paxton Won't Face Federal Corruption Charges as He Gains Momentum for Likely Senate Run

The federal criminal investigation was the most serious legal threat the once-embattled Republican faced. With the probe now over, Paxton is gearing up to likely challenge U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in 2026.

ProPublica - Politics - 4 months ago

AI expert warns of misinformation, bias, calls for greater transparency

The impacts and risks of artificial intelligence, along with its potential to reshape jobs and affect our lives in various ways, are a major topic of...

Daily Sabah - Business - 6 months ago

Nine countries are launching legal action against Israel over Gaza war

“‘The Hague Group’ is a watershed moment in developing coordinated international state action against the use of genocide, occupation, apartheid, and ethnic cleansing against the Palestinian people.”

Global Voices - World - 6 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 - 2 years ago