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Bing Webmaster Tools introduced AI Performance tracking to show when sites are cited in AI-generated answers across Microsoft Copilot and Bing. New tools include data-nosnippet attributes for content …

U.S. House primaries in Louisiana are suspended after Voting Rights Act ruling

Eaton Signs Agreement to Acquire Tripp Lite, Expanding Eaton’s Power Quality Business in the Americas

Eaton agreed to acquire Tripp Lite, a leading supplier of power quality and connectivity products, to expand its presence in the Americas. The deal aims to strengthen Eaton’s power management portfoli…

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Gemini is rolling out to cars with Google built-in

Google announced plans to upgrade vehicles equipped with Google built-in by integrating its Gemini AI assistant. This replaces the existing AI assistant, enhancing in-car AI capabilities for navigatio…

Adani Enterprises slips into ₹221 crore Q4 loss, approves ₹15,000 crore fundraise; declares dividend

Adani Enterprises reported a ₹221 crore net loss in Q4, reversing from a profit, while approving a ₹15,000 crore fundraise to bolster liquidity. The company also declared a dividend, though shares sli…

US indicts high-ranking Mexico politician alleging he helped traffic ‘massive amounts’ of drugs for Sinaloa Cartel

Apple accuses OpenAI of telling recruits to bring Apple prototypes to interviews

Apple filed a federal lawsuit accusing OpenAI of instructing job candidates to bring unreleased prototypes, hardware components, and confidential engineering artifacts to interviews to accelerate Open…

Meta posts strong Q1 2026 on $55 billion ad revenue, bets big on AI future

Meta announced Q1 2026 revenue of $56.31 billion, with $55.02 billion generated from advertising. The company highlighted scaling of AI models and enhanced advertiser value across its platforms as key…

House passes DHS funding bill that would end shutdown for most of agency

Florida Republicans approve congressional map aimed at flipping four Democratic seats

London terror attack latest: Two Jewish victims of ‘appalling’ Golders Green stabbing named as man arrested

PM defends record as Badenoch says he squandered election win

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Amazon ylitti ennusteet − Anthropicista reipas sijoitustuotto

Yhtiön nettotulos nousi 77 prosenttia viime vuodesta 30,3 miljardiin dollariin. Siinä auttoi tekoäly-yhtiö Anthropicista saatu 16,8 miljardin dollarin kertaluonteinen sijoitustuott…

DigitalOcean Unveils AI-Native Cloud Platform At Deploy 2026 Conference

DigitalOcean introduced a five-layer AI-Native Cloud platform at Deploy 2026, featuring a new Inference Engine, model router, and managed agents designed for production AI workloads. The platform aims…

Learning from the Vercel breach: Shadow AI & OAuth sprawl

A compromised third-party OAuth integration led to a breach at Vercel, demonstrating how a single OAuth app can grant attackers access to downstream environments. The incident underscores the risks of…

Trump discusses continuing blockade of Iranian ports for months

Starmer offers to bring Rayner back into Cabinet

Google, Kaggle Relaunch Free AI Course Focused on ‘Vibe Coding’

Google and Kaggle announced a free AI agents course running June 15-19, featuring vibe coding lessons, live sessions, and a hands-on capstone project. The course aims to teach developers how to build …

Meta irtisanoo tasapainottaakseen jätti-investointeja – Tahti vain kiihtyy

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Google expands defence ties with Pentagon AI agreement

Google has deepened its defense collaboration with the Pentagon through a new AI agreement, positioning its AI as enterprise-grade for classified, high-budget workflows. This move reinforces Google Cl…

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Samsung Wallet adds Digital Key support for Volkswagen EVs

Samsung Wallet now supports Digital Key access for select Volkswagen EVs in Europe, enabling smartphone-based lock, unlock, and engine start via UWB and NFC. Compatible vehicles include ID.3neo, ID.4,…

Apple sues OpenAI, alleges theft of trade secrets tied to ChatGPT hardware development

Apple filed a federal lawsuit accusing OpenAI of encouraging former Apple employees to steal trade secrets, including hardware designs for iPhone, Apple Watch, and iPod. Two named defendants, Tang Tan…

Google Cloud Next: 5 Biggest Gemini, TPU, AI And Partner Takeaways

Google Cloud Next 2026 introduced TPUs for AI workloads, agentic AI capabilities, and Gemini Enterprise, alongside a $750 million partner fund. Wiz security technology was also highlighted as part of …

Victorian Liberals to preference One Nation at state election

Adobe Is Buying Back $25 Billion of Its Shares. Will It Halt the Price Decline?

Adobe revealed a $25 billion stock repurchase program, allowing the company to buy back shares through April 2030. Such programs are typically used to signal confidence in financial health and return …

US drops criminal probe of Fed chairman Powell

The US Justice Department ended its investigation into Federal Reserve building-renovation cost overruns, removing a potential obstacle to Kevin Warsh’s confirmation as Fed chair. The probe was reques…

Why Cohere is merging with Aleph Alpha

Cohere, a Canadian AI startup, is acquiring Germany-based Aleph Alpha with backing from Schwarz Group (Lidl’s owner) and government approvals from both countries. The merged entity aims to develop sov…

DOJ wants to shield its lawyers from outside scrutiny. Critics worry about oversight

The DOJ proposed a rule allowing the attorney general to delay or sideline state bar investigations into federal prosecutors, citing a surge in politically motivated complaints. Critics argue this und…

Apple's iPhone Ultra will be double the price of the iPhone 17 Pro Max, report claims

Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicts Apple’s first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Ultra, will launch in September alongside the iPhone 18 Pro line but ship a month later. The device is expected to cost $2,300–$…

OpenAI CEO ‘deeply sorry’ for not warning police about Tumbler Ridge shooter’s ChatGPT use

US Senator Tillis says he's ready to advance confirmation of Warsh as Fed chair

OroCommerce and Blue Yonder Partner to Unify B2B Commerce and Fulfillment

OroCommerce and Blue Yonder announced a strategic partnership to integrate OroCommerce’s AI-enabled B2B eCommerce platform with Blue Yonder’s AI-driven Order Management Solution (OMS). The collaborati…

Adobe bets on AI agents to stay at the center of marketing workflows

Adobe is launching agentic AI systems designed to coordinate and automate creative workflows across its applications, aiming to counter competition from rival design tools and general-purpose AI assis…

Vercel Breach Explained: AI Tool Compromise Triggers Data Exposure Fears, Users Urged to Rotate Keys & Enable MFA

Vercel disclosed a security breach tied to a compromised third-party AI tool, resulting in exposure of some environment variables and employee data. The company asserts its supply chain remains secure…

Appeals court clears way for U.S. to reopen border for asylum seekers

A federal appeals court ruled that President Trump’s declaration of an 'invasion' at the U.S.-Mexico border was illegal, blocking its enforcement. The decision allows asylum seekers to resume seeking …

Justice Department watchdog probes compliance with Epstein Act

The DOJ's internal watchdog is investigating the department's compliance with the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which mandates the release of records related to Jeffrey Epstein's case. The probe foc…

Microsoft and Meta announce large staff reductions as they spend big on AI

Meta said it would cut 10% of it employees while Microsoft will offer voluntary retirement to about 7% of workers Meta and Microsoft are trimming their workforces by thousands as they make heavy ...…

Government set to reject gas tax proposal

Meta will cut 10% of workforce as company pushes deeper into AI

Meta plans to lay off 10% of its workforce, about 8,000 employees. The job cuts will begin May 20, and the company is scrapping plans to hire people for 6,000 open roles, according to a Thursday memo …

Meta to track staff’s keystrokes and clicks to train its AI, report

Meta is reportedly using workplace tracking software to collect data from employees in order to train its artificial intelligence systems. The move raises questions about how far companies can go in .…

Vercel Finds More Compromised Accounts in Context.ai-Linked Breach

Vercel identified additional compromised accounts while investigating a breach linked to Context.ai, raising risks of OAuth and malware exposure. The expanded probe highlights ongoing security concern…

Skeptical of AI-coded software? Google uses AI for half its code, and it's pushing for much more

Google is reportedly assembling a dedicated team to build advanced AI coding models, directly targeting rivals like Claude Code. This initiative aims to enhance Google's position in AI-powered develop…

New Republican plan would fund ICE for rest of Trump’s term

U.S. troops may sue military contractors for their injuries, Supreme Court rules

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that U.S. troops can sue military contractors for injuries caused by contractor negligence, overturning a lower court decision that shielded contractors from liability…

Adobe gains 3% as $25B buyback offsets AI concerns, stock slump

Adobe unveiled a $25 billion buyback program through 2030 to counterbalance dilution and restore investor confidence following a 20%+ stock decline. Analysts are revising earnings estimates upward, an…

Starmer admits No 10 asked about job for aide Matthew Doyle

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirmed Downing Street had informal discussions about a potential diplomatic role for his former aide Matthew Doyle, a Labour peer suspended in February over past ties…

Trump cuts legal immigration more than illegal crossings; students, H-1B flows hit, reports Cato’s study

A Cato Institute study cited by the Times of India reports that the Trump administration's policies have reduced legal immigration to the U.S. more than illegal border crossings, significantly impacti…

U.S. Nuclear Scientist LEAKS Trump's SENSATIONAL IRAN Plan; Gets Fired From Pentagon | Andrew Hugg

A U.S. nuclear scientist leaked what was described as Donald Trump's 'sensational Iran plan' and was subsequently fired from the Pentagon. The leak occurred amid escalating tensions in West Asia, incl…

Chief Minister walking into an ongoing ED raid is not a Centre-State dispute, Supreme Court says

The Supreme Court ruled on April 22, 2026, that West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s presence during an ongoing ED raid at I-PAC premises in Kolkata does not constitute a Centre-State dispute.…

Whoop 5.0 review: A bold leap into longevity with familiar drawbacks

Whoop’s 5.0 update transforms the wearable into a full health and wellness platform with Healthspan tracking, blood pressure monitoring, and Advanced Labs. These features expand Whoop’s capabilities b…

With Midterms Coming Up, G.O.P. Is Bogged Down in Congress

Six months before the U.S. midterm elections, Congressional Republicans are struggling to advance legislation due to internal divisions and limited bipartisan support. Key disputes include surveillanc…

Catherine Connolly signs International Protection Bill into law

President Catherine Connolly signed the International Protection Bill into law without referring it to the Supreme Court for constitutionality review, despite convening the Council of State to discuss…

Labor’s sweeping NDIS overhaul to remove up to 300,000 from program in effort to save $35b

Australia’s Labor government announced a sweeping overhaul of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), aiming to recoup $35 billion in the next budget by removing up to 300,000 participants an…

Iran ‘obliterated’, no ceasefire extension: Trump warns of fresh bombing as talks hang in balance

U.S. President Donald Trump warned of renewed military action against Iran if ceasefire talks fail, escalating rhetoric as a two-week ceasefire nears expiration. Iran has not formally confirmed partic…

Vercel breach exposes the OAuth gap most security teams cannot detect, scope or contain

A Vercel employee's AI tool OAuth grant enabled attackers to breach internal systems through a four-hop kill chain. The incident highlights undetectable, uncontainable OAuth scopes exploited by advers…

Live updates: RFK Jr. and Trump Fed nominee Kevin Warsh testify; Florida Democrat resigns just before Ethics hearing

Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigned from Congress minutes before an Ethics Committee hearing where she faced 25 violations related to alleged misuse of federal relief funds for her political camp…

Here are 3 takeaways as Trump's pick to lead the Fed faces a confirmation fight

Kevin Warsh, President Trump’s nominee for Federal Reserve Chair, faces a contentious Senate confirmation hearing amid political and legal challenges. A Republican senator is blocking his confirmation…

Cherfilus-McCormick resigns from US Congress

U.S. Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick announced her resignation from Congress, effective immediately. The resignation comes amid ongoing legal and ethical concerns, though no specific reasons…

Migrant first to be convicted under new crossing law

The UK has convicted its first migrant under a new law targeting dangerous Channel crossings. Tajik Mohammad, 32, pleaded guilty to endangering others during a January 17 dinghy crossing in poor weath…

After Pahalgam massacre, security forces took the terror fight back to Kashmir’s jungles

Following the April 22, 2025 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people, Jammu and Kashmir Police and Central security forces shifted counter-terrorism operations back to Kashmir’s jungles. The atta…

‘Just f---ing approve’ Mandelson, No 10 told Foreign Office

Sir Olly Robbins, former UK Foreign Office permanent secretary, testified to MPs that Downing Street pressured officials to fast-track Lord Peter Mandelson’s security vetting for the US ambassador rol…

Kerala blaze horror: 13 killed, several injured in massive fire at fireworks unit in Thrissur; PM announces ex gratia

A massive fire at a fireworks storage facility in Kerala’s Thrissur district killed 13 people and injured several others ahead of the Thrissur Pooram festival. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a…

How A Roblox Cheat Download Triggered A $2 Million Hack At Vercel

A Roblox cheat tool exploited a third-party dependency in Vercel’s infrastructure, resulting in a $2 million breach. The incident highlights vulnerabilities in AI-driven enterprise systems and may for…

Grafana Labs Targets AI Blind Spot

Grafana Labs unveiled new AI observability tools at GrafanaCON '26 in Barcelona, aiming to address the blind spot between AI adoption and effective monitoring. The tools are designed to enhance visibi…

Bing is the anti-AI search engine you should be using

Searching via AI doesn’t just hurt content creators–it also mashes up what you’re looking for in a tasteless glob of names and numbers. If you’re searching for recommendations, start with a search ...…

Vercel Confirms Cyber Incident After Sophisticated Attacker Exploits Third‑Party Tool

Vercel disclosed a cyber-incident by a highly sophisticated attacker that may have compromised sensitive internal data. The incident is under investigation, with no further details on the extent of th…

How a partnership between LifeStraw and the late President Jimmy Carter is close to eradicating a disease

The Carter Center and LifeStraw are nearing the eradication of a second disease through a partnership leveraging technology and education. The initiative builds on Jimmy Carter’s legacy of disease era…

PM outlines ‘futuristic partnership’ with South Korea; new economic frameworks, CEPA upgrade in focus

India and South Korea agreed to upgrade their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) within a year to boost bilateral trade from $27 billion to $50 billion by 2030. The leaders launched n…

Ahead of peace talks in Pakistan, the stakes are high for the U.S. and Iran

The U.S. and Iran are preparing for peace talks in Islamabad amid escalating tensions, including Iran’s near-blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and a recent U.S. attack on an Iranian cargo ship. Both na…

Singer D4vd charged with murder of girl, 14, found dismembered in his car

Australian singer D4vd has been charged with the murder of a 14-year-old girl whose dismembered remains were found in his car. The case follows a previous incident where a chilling serial killer calle…

More than 700 activists write to EC alleging MCC violation in PM address to the nation

Over 700 activists, including civil society members, former bureaucrats, and academics, wrote to India’s Election Commission (EC) alleging that Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s April 18 national address…

GST intelligence unearths ₹1,800 crore tax credit fraud

India's Directorate General of GST Intelligence (DGGI) uncovered a ₹1,825 crore input tax credit (ITC) fraud involving fake invoices and dummy firms. The mastermind was arrested at New Delhi airport a…

Red heavy rain warning issued for Wellington as flooding threat grows, hundreds without power

Wellington and surrounding regions face continued heavy rain and flooding risks as MetService maintains a red heavy rain warning until 6pm today, with saturated ground increasing flood vulnerability. …

Fire breaks out in Rajasthan HPCL refinery, PM Modi cancels planned inauguration

A fire broke out at the HPCL Rajasthan Refinery Limited (HRRL) refinery in Baltora, Rajasthan, on April 20, 2026, one day before Prime Minister Narendra Modi was scheduled to inaugurate it. The fire o…

App host Vercel says it was hacked and customer data stolen

Vercel disclosed a security incident where hackers exploited a breach at Context AI to hijack a Vercel employee’s account, resulting in customer data theft. The attack leveraged the earlier compromise…

Cloudflare wants to rebuild the network for the age of AI agents

Cloudflare introduced Mesh, a private networking fabric designed for AI agents, alongside a Registrar API enabling AI-driven domain registrations. These updates aim to modernize infrastructure for AI-…

Trump admin demands Detroit 2024 ballots for voter fraud probe

The Trump administration’s Justice Department, led by Assistant Attorney General Harmeet Dhillon, demanded all ballots and related materials from Wayne County, Michigan’s 2024 federal election for a v…

Vercel Breach Tied to Context AI Hack Exposes Limited Customer Credentials

A breach at Context.ai enabled attackers to take over Google Workspace credentials at Vercel, exposing limited customer credentials. A $2M claim for the sale of the exposed data has been made.

Eight kids — ages 1 to 14 — killed in mass shooting as gunman targets his ‘descendants’ in the US

A gunman in Shreveport, Louisiana, killed eight children aged 1 to 14 and two adult women in a mass shooting targeting his descendants across multiple homes. The victims included a baby, and two survi…

Severe thunderstorms, flooding, slip hit Wellington, MetService issues ‘top priority’ warnings

MetService issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Wellington City and surrounding areas, reporting torrential rain, flooding, and slips. Brooklyn and Mt Cook experienced severe flooding with cars fl…

Keir Starmer thanks submariners as they return from longest patrol

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited submariners returning from the Royal Navy’s longest nuclear deterrent patrol, lasting over 205 days. The event at Faslane naval base in Scotland highlighted the …

Cloud Dev platform breach tied to compromised AI tool raises alarm for crypto frontends

Vercel disclosed that attackers accessed internal systems through a compromised third-party AI tool integrated via Google Workspace OAuth. The breach exposed parts of its infrastructure, though no cus…

West Bengal BJP leader Dinesh Trivedi expected to be new Indian envoy to Bangladesh

Dinesh Trivedi, a West Bengal BJP leader and former Union Minister, is expected to be appointed as India’s new Ambassador to Bangladesh. The move follows the replacement of the current High Commission…

PM Carney declares U.S. ties now a ‘weakness’ in address to Canadians

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney declared in a national address that Canada’s economic ties with the U.S. are now a strategic weakness amid shifting trade dynamics. He highlighted Canada’s worsenin…

2 US citizens carrying satellite communicator detained at Srinagar airport

Two US citizens, including one of Indian origin, were detained at Srinagar airport after airport security found a Garmin satellite communicator and GPS device in their luggage. The devices, which oper…

20 arrested at Brisbane Roma Street rally over banned slogans under new Queensland laws

Queensland’s new hate speech laws were tested for the first time at a Brisbane pro-Palestine rally, resulting in 20 arrests after protesters chanted banned slogans like 'from the river to the sea.' Th…

Vercel Confirms Internal System Breach Linked to Third-Party AI Tool

Vercel disclosed a breach originating from a third-party AI tool, exposing non-sensitive environment variables. The incident raises concerns about supply chain vulnerabilities in AI-driven integration…

Martin to carry on as FF leader into next elections and ‘fulfil my mandate’

Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin reaffirmed his leadership of Fianna Fáil, dismissing internal criticism over fuel protests as a challenge rather than a removal effort. He emphasized his electoral manda…

Counter-terror police investigate as former Jewish charity premises targeted in north London arson attack

Counter-terror police in London are investigating an arson attack on a former Jewish charity premises in Hendon, north London. The suspect set fire to three bottles containing fluid outside a row of s…

Powerful winds and reported tornadoes rip through the Midwest, leaving heavy damage but no deaths

A severe weather system with tornadoes and destructive winds struck the U.S. Upper Midwest on Friday, causing widespread damage to homes, buildings, and infrastructure across Illinois, Wisconsin, and …

US extends waiver on Russian oil sales till May 16

The US Treasury extended a sanctions waiver on Russian oil sales until May 16, 2026, allowing global buyers to purchase and transport crude already loaded on vessels as of April 17, 2026. The move pro…

Trump signs order to speed up review of psychedelic drugs for mental health treatment

President Trump signed an executive order directing the administration to accelerate reviews of psychedelic drugs like ibogaine for medical research, despite its federal Schedule I status and known sa…

PM Modi seeks ‘forgiveness’ after women reservation bill collapse, slams Congress for selfish politics - 10 takeaways

India’s women’s reservation bill, aimed at increasing female representation in legislatures, was defeated in the Lok Sabha with 298 votes in favor and 230 against. Prime Minister Narendra Modi publicl…

DMK's policy is by the family, for the family, alleges PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the DMK party’s policies as being created by and for the DMK family, alleging a lack of broader public benefit. The statement was made in the context of politic…

Trump administration live updates: RFK Jr. faces more questions after criticism at House hearings

The Senate approved a short-term extension of a controversial U.S. surveillance program until April 30, following a failed attempt in the House to secure a longer 18-month renewal. The measure now awa…

US-Iran war live updates: Strait of Hormuz declared ‘fully open’ by Iran

Iran announced the Strait of Hormuz is temporarily fully open for vessel passage, coinciding with a ceasefire in the US-Israel war on Iran. The move is tied to Israel halting its bombardment of Lebano…

Air Canada suspends flights to JFK airport due to jet fuel prices

Stripe doubles down on blockchain and stablecoins, aiming to become 'AWS for money'

Stripe is positioning itself as an infrastructure provider for money, leveraging blockchain and stablecoins to build what it calls the 'AWS for money.' This strategic pivot was announced at the RWA Su…

'Embassy drone threat' closes Kensington Gardens

A video claiming an attack on the Embassy of Israel in London with drones carrying dangerous substances led to Kensington Gardens being cordoned off by police. Authorities confirmed no attack occurred…

Acting ICE director says he's resigning amid record-breaking shutdown

Todd Lyons, acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), announced his resignation effective May 31, 2026, amid record-long congressional funding lapses and intense scrutiny over…

Allahabad HC orders FIR against Rahul Gandhi in alleged dual citizenship case

The Allahabad High Court ordered the registration of an FIR against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi regarding an alleged dual citizenship case. The case was initially filed in Rae Bareli but transferred to L…

'Anti-women': NDA leaders hold protest against opposition after Constitution Amendment Bill defeat in Lok Sabha

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Petrol prices fall despite refinery fire, but treasurer warns Australians could face economic pain

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Microsoft’s MSN Search team announced the global rollout of its new algorithmic search service beta, available at beta.search.msn.com. The beta includes features like search result manipulation (e.g.,…

Andrew invited to relinquish Freedom of City

The City of London Corporation (CLC) has invited Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to formally relinquish his inherited Freedom of the City of London, a title he received in 2012 through his father Prince Ph…

Sleek survival straw weighs less than 1 oz, filters water every sip

Lifestraw introduced the Sip Essential, its latest ultralight and slim wilderness survival filter, positioning it as the lightest and slimmest in its lineup. The new filter builds on the company’s rep…

You Can ‘Drink Straight From A Stream’ With This $16 Filter — And It Actually Tastes Clean

LifeStraw introduced the Peak personal water filter with an ergonomic redesign, improved flow rate for faster sipping, and a clog-resistant membrane. These updates enhance usability and efficiency for…

‘Delimitation won’t reduce South’s share in Lok Sabha’: Amit Shah breaks down the numbers

Union Home Minister Amit Shah clarified that the delimitation process will not reduce the Lok Sabha representation of southern states, presenting data showing Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Ke…

LifeStraw introduced the Peak, a personal water filter with an ergonomic redesign, improved flow rate for faster sipping, and a clog-resistant membrane. These changes enhance usability and efficiency

DeepMind’s Gemini Robotics-ER 1.6 Lets Spot Read Gauges

Google DeepMind introduced Gemini Robotics-ER 1.6, an embodied reasoning model that enables Boston Dynamics' Spot robot to autonomously read industrial gauges. This advancement allows Spot to perform …

Amazfit Unveils the Cheetah 2 Pro, a Performance Running Watch Built for Marathon Preparation

MILPITAS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Amazfit, a leading global smart wearable brand owned by Zepp Health, today announced the Cheetah 2 Pro, the newest addition to its performance-focused Cheetah lineup…

Federal judge sets new limits on Trump ballroom construction

A federal judge restricted President Donald Trump’s White House ballroom project to underground construction only, blocking a 90,000-square-foot aboveground addition intended for VIP entertainment. Th…

Refinery fire raises prospect of new emergency fuel-saving measures

A major fire at Viva Energy’s Geelong refinery in Victoria, Australia, has disrupted at least 20% of the plant’s production capacity by damaging two critical petrol-producing units. The refinery, whic…

Israeli triple-tap strike kills three paramedics in Lebanon, officials say

Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed at least three paramedics and wounded five others during a triple-tap attack on medical teams and ambulances responding to an earlier strike in Mayfadoun.…

Ukraine’s Zelensky pursues more arms deals with allies to help check Russia’s invasion

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is prioritizing the acquisition of air defense systems and military support from European allies to counter Russia’s ongoing invasion, as Russian strikes continu…

Sleek water filter weighs less than 1 oz but will still save your gut

Lifestraw has launched the Sip Essential, its newest ultralight and slim wilderness survival filter, positioning it as the lightest and slimmest in its lineup to date. The product builds on the compan…

Eighth grade student kills 9 people, wounds 13 in Turkey's 2nd school shooting in 2 days

A 14-year-old student in Kahramanmaras, Turkey, killed nine people and wounded 13 in a school shooting using five guns, marking the second such incident in two days. The attacker, the son of a former …

US and Iran in indirect talks to extend two-week ceasefire

The US and Iran are engaged in indirect talks to extend a two-week ceasefire set to expire on April 22, with Pakistan acting as a mediator. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt stated the US i…

U.S. sends thousands more troops to Mideast as Trump seeks to squeeze Iran

The Pentagon is deploying thousands of additional troops to the Middle East to pressure Iran into a potential deal, aiming to resolve a weeks-long conflict. The move comes as the Trump administration …

Adobe brings Color mode to Premiere beta

Adobe launched a dedicated Color mode in Premiere Pro beta, replacing the Lumetri panel with a streamlined workspace centered on a Color monitor, Clip Grid for shot selection, and Color Controls for a…

‘We all love you’: Trump tells Modi in call as leaders discuss Hormuz blockade

US President Donald Trump and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed the Strait of Hormuz blockade and escalating West Asia tensions in a 40-minute call, emphasizing the need to keep the Strait…

Israel’s new spymaster is a Netanyahu aide who believed war with Iran would topple the regime

Roman Gofman, currently Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s military secretary, is set to become the next director of Israel’s Mossad spy agency in June 2026, replacing David Barnea. Gofman’s appointm…

Iran's secret nuke confession blows reasons for America's war wide open

A former Iranian Parliament deputy speaker, Ali Motahari, admitted in a 2022 interview that Iran’s nuclear program was originally intended to build a bomb as a deterrent, contradicting Iran’s long-sta…

Sony's wearable neck air conditioner is already sold out — sign up now for restock alerts

Sony’s Reon Pocket Pro Plus, a neck-worn wearable that cools or warms the wearer, has launched in the U.S. for $259.99 but is currently out of stock. The device uses thermo modules and sensors to adju…

IMF hints at worldwide recession, but raises India’s GDP growth forecast to 6.5% for FY27

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) raised India’s GDP growth forecast for FY27 to 6.5%, up from 6.4% in January 2026, citing strong carryover momentum from FY26, a reduction in US tariffs on Indian…

US-Iran peace talks could resume in next two days, Trump says

US President Donald Trump announced that US-Iran peace talks could resume in Islamabad within the next two days, with Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir acting as a mediator. The negotiations, which pre…

Nitish Kumar resigns, BJP’s Samrat Choudhary to become new CM

Bihar’s Chief Minister Nitish Kumar resigned after serving as the state’s longest-tenured leader, paving the way for Samrat Choudhary, a BJP leader, to become the first BJP Chief Minister of Bihar. Ch…

Government survives confidence motion in Dáil; Michael Healy-Rae to resign as Minister of State

Fuel protests in Northern Ireland and Ireland led to traffic disruptions, fixed penalty notices, and political fallout, including the resignation of Independent TD Michael Healy-Rae from his ministeri…

Lebanese, Israeli diplomats hold rare face-to-face meeting in Washington

Senior diplomats from Lebanon and Israel held a rare in-person meeting in Washington on Tuesday, hosted by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, to discuss a potential ceasefire amid ongoing cross-bord…

State of U.S. Blockade Is Unclear as Some Ships Transit Strait of Hormuz

The U.S. military initiated a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, prohibiting all maritime traffic entering or exiting Iranian ports and coastal areas to cut off Iran’s oil income amid stalled…

Cloudflare revamps CLI as agents take over the internet

Cloudflare is enhancing its Wrangler CLI tool by adding commands for products and interfaces previously lacking CLI support, driven in part by the rise of AI agents. The update aims to unify tooling u…

IMD forecasts below-normal southwest monsoon in June to September

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted that the 2026 southwest monsoon rainfall (June to September) is likely to be below normal, estimated at 92% of the Long Period Average (LPA) wi…

Asha Bhosle To Be Cremated With State Honours; State Government Cancels All Official Programmes Today –

Legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle, aged 92, passed away in Mumbai, prompting the Maharashtra government to honor her with state funeral rites at Shivaji Park. The state government canceled all offic…

Trump orders naval blockade of Strait of Hormuz

United States President Donald Trump has ordered a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments, to cut off a key revenue source for Iran. The move follows th…

Cloudflare expands Agent Cloud with new tools to build and scale AI agents

Cloudflare introduced new features in its Agent Cloud to help developers build, deploy, and scale AI agents more efficiently. The expansion includes a suite of tools aimed at improving agent developme…

PM Carney’s Liberals could secure a majority government tonight. Live coverage starts here at 7 p.m. ET.

Fuel protests: About ‘650 stations’ without fuel; Minister criticises media coverage of blockades

The article details the ongoing fuel protests in Ireland, which have caused significant disruptions to the national energy and food supply chains. The protests, driven by frustration over soaring ener…

'Monumental loss': EU Ambassador Delphin, Australian envoy Green pay tribute to Asha Bhosle

Legendary Indian playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away at age 92 in Mumbai, prompting tributes from high-profile diplomats including the EU Ambassador to India, Hervé Delphin, who called her death a…

Nigerian air strike on Boko Haram target hits civilian market, leaves over 100 dead

A Nigerian Air Force airstrike targeting Boko Haram militants near a civilian market in Yobe state mistakenly hit the Jilli weekly market, killing over 100 civilians and injuring many others, accordin…

CM Stalin pitches 'Dravidian Model 2.0', seeks fresh mandate in upcoming Tamil Nadu polls

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has launched the 'Dravidian Model 2.0' as the DMK’s central campaign platform ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections on April 23, 2026. The model emphasizes…

Must act now to implement women quota before 2029 polls, Rijiju tells Kharge

Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju urged Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge to support the Women's Reservation (Amendment) Bill to ensure its implementation before the 2029 general e…

Lithium-fuelled fire sparks hazardous air warning for Perth suburbs

A lithium-fuelled fire in Perth suburbs triggered a hazardous air warning, prompting authorities to issue safety alerts for nearby residents. The incident, involving a lithium battery or related equip…

Government announces further cuts to fuel prices and defers carbon tax increase

The Irish government has announced a €505 million support package to address the fuel crisis exacerbated by nationwide protests and blockades that disrupted fuel distribution and supply chains. The me…

Finland gains direct rail link to Europe this summer

Finland’s Transport Minister announced a long-delayed cross-border train service to Sweden will launch this summer, enabling direct rail travel from continental Europe to Finland. The project aims to …

"Ils tiennent pendant une semaine" : ces parfums à 25 euros très longue tenue font le buzz sur Internet

Ces fragrances à petit prix sont devenues virales sur les réseaux sociaux grâce à leur supposée tenue très longue durée. S’il y a bien une qualité essentielle q…

India’s prescription to tackle superbugs

India faces a growing public health crisis as antibiotics lose effectiveness against common infections like pneumonia and urinary tract infections (UTI), as highlighted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi…

Buffets, baristas, but no briefings: journalists frozen out of Iran talks

The Islamabad Talks, a high-profile U.S.-Iran negotiation hosted in Pakistan, excluded journalists from substantive updates despite lavish branding and infrastructure. Hundreds of reporters gathered a…

3 stabbed with machete in New York City's Grand Central Terminal

A violent incident occurred at Grand Central Terminal in New York City on Saturday, where a male suspect armed with a machete stabbed three individuals—a 65-year-old man, a 70-year-old woman, and an 8…

Summer arriving earlier, lasting longer in Canada and beyond, UBC study finds

A study by the University of British Columbia (UBC) has found that summer is arriving earlier and lasting longer in Canada and globally, driven by climate change. The research highlights a shift in se…

Orthodox Easter ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine war falters following drone strikes

Russia violated a 32-hour Orthodox Easter ceasefire declared by President Vladimir Putin, continuing drone strikes on Ukrainian positions despite the truce. Ukrainian military officials confirmed the …

‘From uncertain waters to safe shores’: Gujarat Dy CM hails evacuation of fishermen from Iran​

India’s government-led evacuation of 312 Indian fishermen stranded in Iran, including 74 from Gujarat, marks a critical diplomatic and humanitarian effort amid West Asia’s ongoing conflict. The fisher…

The best water filter pitchers that aren’t Brita

The article highlights alternatives to Brita water filter pitchers, positioning them as viable options for consumers seeking high-quality water filtration solutions. While Brita is recognized as a lea…

Fuel protests: Garda chief promises further action against protesters ‘in coming hours’ after Whitegate operation

Fuel blockades across Ireland have escalated into a national crisis, disrupting critical supply chains, emergency services, and public transportation, with the government and law enforcement respondin…

Meta must face youth addiction lawsuit by Massachusetts, court rules

A Massachusetts court ruled that Meta must face a lawsuit alleging the company’s platforms contribute to youth addiction, marking a significant legal development in accountability for social media com…

Trump Seeks Leverage With Iran as Hormuz, Lebanon Threaten Talks

President Donald Trump is escalating pressure on Iran ahead of direct talks in Pakistan aimed at solidifying a fragile truce into a lasting peace agreement. Trump framed Iran’s leverage as limited to …

Fuel protests: Representative groups told new supports ready but will not be announced until blockade lifted

The article details the escalation of nationwide fuel protests in Ireland, now entering their fourth consecutive day, which have severely disrupted critical infrastructure, emergency services, and eco…

The Best Water Filter Pitchers for PFAS- and Lead-Free Living

The article highlights the best water filter pitchers for removing heavy metals and forever chemicals, emphasizing that not all water filters deliver on their promises. It focuses on consumer needs fo…

‘One family’: Xi Jinping hosts Taiwan opposition leader for the first time in a decade

Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Taiwan’s opposition Kuomintang (KMT) leader Cheng Li-wun in Beijing on April 10, 2026, marking the first high-level interaction between a KMT chair and a Chinese …

Donald Trump shares graphic murder footage on Truth Social platform

Donald Trump shared graphic footage of an alleged murder on Truth Social, claiming the victim was killed by an undocumented Haitian immigrant released into the U.S. under the Biden administration. The…

HM Amit Shah rejects Trinamool’s allegations on Humayun Kabir’s ‘deal’

Union Home Minister Amit Shah dismissed allegations by India’s Trinamool Congress (TMC) that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) had a secret agreement with former TMC legislator Humayun Kabir to split m…

Fuel protests: Dublin Airport issues alert as M50 gridlocked; some petrol stations running out of fuel

Fuel protests in Ireland have escalated into a nationwide disruption, blocking critical infrastructure such as the country’s only oil refinery in Whitegate, Co Cork, and key ports like Foynes in Co Li…

Port expansion near Montreal is first ‘nation-building’ project to begin construction

Construction has officially begun on the Contrecoeur Marine Terminal expansion near Montreal, marking Canada’s largest port expansion in history. The $1.16-billion project, fast-tracked by Prime Minis…

Nato chief says allies were a 'bit slow' to back Trump's war in Iran, as President 'demands alliance send warships or lose support' : Live updates

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte admitted that some allies were 'a bit slow' to support U.S. military actions in Iran, acknowledging a lag in European backing for President Donald Trump’s strikes. Tr…

Battleground 2026: High turnout marks first polling phase in Assam, Kerala, Puducherry

India’s 2026 state elections began with high voter turnout in Assam, Kerala, and Puducherry, exceeding 2021 figures. Puducherry led with 89.08% turnout, followed by Assam (85.04%) and Kerala (77.38%),…

Mumbai news: Fire breaks out at Terminal 1 of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

A fire broke out at Terminal 1 of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) in Mumbai on April 9, 2026, at approximately 6:35 PM due to a short circuit. The blaze, originating in cable…

Huge Israeli strikes on Lebanon threaten Iran truce; talks planned but strait still shut

The article reports escalating tensions in the Middle East, highlighting Israel's assertion that a ceasefire does not extend to Lebanon, despite ongoing negotiations. It also notes Israel's killing of…

For Israel’s Netanyahu, the War With Iran Is Unfinished Business

Israel and the U.S. have concluded a two-week cease-fire with Iran, marking a temporary reduction in hostilities but not a resolution to the underlying conflict. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netany…

Dynatrace Moves Upstream: Bindplane Acquisition Targets Data Control

Dynatrace has acquired Bindplane to address a critical gap in data governance for AI workloads by taking control of the telemetry pipeline layer. This move enhances Dynatrace's observability capabilit…

Bowen: Ceasefire means respite for civilians, but it might not last long

A fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran, brokered with Pakistan’s mediation, provides temporary relief to civilians in the Middle East but faces significant uncertainty. The truce, decl…

A fragile two-week ceasefire between the US and Iran has been brokered, temporarily halting hostilities that began on February 28. The truce, facilitated by Pakistan, provides relief to civilians in t

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Culligan offers water treatment solutions and systems. Its products and services include water softeners, filtration systems and bottled water delivery. Established in 1936, Culligan aims to use ...…

Nebius (NBIS) Stock; Rises on AI21 Labs acquisition talks after Nvidia exit

Nebius shares increased following reports that AI21 Labs is in renewed acquisition talks, with Nvidia previously exploring but abandoning a deal. The reopening of buyer competition signals heightened …

Pete Hegseth claims 'Iran begged for this ceasefire' and says Trump has 'achieved victory with a capital V': Live updates

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth claimed Iran 'begged' for a ceasefire brokered by President Donald Trump, declaring it a decisive victory for the US. The ceasefire, announced hours before Trump’s…

Live Updates: Iran claims Israel violating ceasefire as it appears to maintain control over Strait of Hormuz

The most critical development is the announcement of a two-week conditional ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, brokered by Pakistan, which has significantly altered the geopolitical and military lan…

Iran War Live Updates: Fragile Cease-Fire Takes Hold as Both Sides Claim Victory

A fragile two-week cease-fire between the United States and Iran took effect on April 8, 2026, following five weeks of intense military conflict that began on February 28, 2026. The truce, brokered by…

Israel hits Lebanon with massive wave of airstrikes

Israel launched its largest coordinated airstrike campaign against Hezbollah in Lebanon since the war began on March 2, targeting over 100 command centers and military sites across Beirut and other re…

Answer questions, don't hide behind police: 'Untraceable' Pawan Khera tells Assam CM

Congress leader Pawan Khera emerged from hiding to challenge Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma over allegations against his wife, Riniki Bhuyan Sarma, including claims of multiple passports, un…

‘Festival of Democracy’: Kerala set for Assembly polls​

Kerala is holding its Legislative Assembly elections on April 9, with 2.71 crore voters eligible to cast ballots across 30,495 polling stations. The election includes 1.32 crore men, 1.39 crore women,…

Singapore's public sector to reduce electricity consumption at government facilities amid Middle East crisis

Singapore’s public sector will implement immediate energy-saving measures across government facilities to enhance energy resilience amid disruptions in global fuel supply chains caused by the Middle E…

Halt in strikes mostly holds after Trump, Iran agree to 2-week ceasefire

A two-week pause in U.S.-Israeli military attacks on Iran remained in effect as of Wednesday, following President Donald Trump’s decision to extend diplomatic efforts just 90 minutes before a self-imp…

Traffic chaos in Dublin and on motorways set to continue; some service stations out of fuel

Fuel protests in Ireland entered their second day on April 8, 2026, causing significant disruptions to transportation, fuel supply chains, and emergency services in Dublin and other regions. The prote…

Oil Prices Plunge and Stocks Surge After Cease-Fire Deal

Oil prices dropped sharply and energy stocks surged following a temporary cease-fire agreement between the U.S. and Iran, averting immediate military escalation. The deal, effective for two weeks, pau…

Microsoft Open-Sources Industry-Leading Embedding Model

Microsoft has introduced Harrier, a new open-source text embedding model series designed to meet the needs of modern AI systems. The model achieves state-of-the-art performance, ranking first on the m…

Trump’s message to Iran on deadline day: ‘A whole civilization will die tonight’

President Trump issued an ultimatum to Iran, threatening that a 'whole civilization will die' if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened by a 5 p.m. PDT deadline on Tuesday, signaling potential U.S. mili…

PM Modi discusses post-Maoism plans for Bastar with Chhattisgarh CM

Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed post-Maoism development plans for Bastar with Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai. The Chief Minister presented a blueprint for holistic growth in Bastar,…

West Asia war: India activates helpline numbers, urges citizens in Iran to remain indoors as Trump warns Tehran

India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) activated helpline numbers and issued an advisory on Tuesday urging Indian nationals in Iran to remain indoors amid escalating tensions between the U.S. and …

Ben Roberts-Smith spends night in custody after war crime murder charges

Former Australian soldier and Victoria Cross recipient Ben Roberts-Smith has been arrested and charged with five counts of alleged war crimes involving the murder of unarmed Afghan civilians and priso…

Disruption expected as six-day doctors' strike begins

Resident doctors in England have begun a six-day strike, marking their 15th industrial action in a prolonged dispute over pay and working conditions. The strike, which started at 07:00 BST on Tuesday,…

Culligan Québec Puits artésiens : les problèmes courants (et leurs solutions)

Le ministère de l’Environnement, de la Lutte contre les changements climatiques, de la Faune et des Parcs du Québec recommande aux propriétaires de puits artésien d’en faire analys…

Exclusive: ICE arrested more than 800 people after tips from US airport security agency

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested over 800 people following tips from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) as part of a program designed to counter terrorism at airpo…

Solomon Mahlangu’s family challenges apartheid verdict

The family of Solomon Mahlangu, executed in 1979 under apartheid, is demanding a review of his trial, arguing it was unjust and seeking full truth revelation. They aim to align with Truth and Reconcil…

Artemis II is about to fly past the moon and is set to break records

NASA’s Artemis II mission is set to break a 54-year-old record today as the Orion spacecraft, carrying Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen and three American crewmates, flies farther from Earth than any …

Sattankulam Jayaraj-Benicks custodial deaths case: All nine policemen sentenced to death

In a landmark verdict, all nine police personnel convicted in the 2020 Sattankulam custodial deaths case were sentenced to death by the First Additional District and Sessions Court in Madurai on April…

45-Day Iran Ceasefire Plan Being Discussed, Trump Yet To Approve: White House

A 45-day ceasefire proposal between the U.S. and Iran has been drafted but remains unapproved by President Donald Trump, who has threatened massive strikes on Iranian infrastructure if the Strait of H…

'If state machinery fails...': Supreme Court on threat to West Bengal SIR officers

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Delhi HC seeks CBI response on Arvind Kejriwal’s plea for recusal of Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma in excise policy case

The Delhi High Court has sought a response from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) regarding Arvind Kejriwal’s plea to recuse Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma from hearing the CBI’s appeal against …