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Beijing is ramping up its computing power and unveiling new policies to boost the city’s “token economy”, as China accelerates AI adoption across key industries in its tech race with the US. The Chinese capital aims to add another 50,000 petaflops of intelligent computing power in the second half of 2026, pushing its total capacity over 130,000 petaflops by the end of the year, the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Economy and Information Technology said at a press briefing on Tuesday. One petaflop is equal to 1 trillion calculations per second. The aggressive target follows a 22,000-petaflop boost in the first six months of the year, which lifted the…

क्या किसी कत्ल के मामले में टेक्नोलॉजी को आरोपी बनाकर उस पर मुकदमा चलाया जा सकता है? सुनने में ये सवाल अजीब लग सकता है. लेकिन बेंगलुरु में एक ऐसी ही खूनी वारदात सामने आई कि पुलिस ये बात सोचने पर मजबूर हो गई. वहां एक लड़की ने अपने लिव इन पार्टनर के साथ मिलकर अपने मां-बाप और छोटी बहन को बेरहमी के साथ मौत के घाट उतार दिया. इस मामले की छानबीन और तफ्तीश में पता चला कि कत्ल करने से लेकर सबूत मिटाने तक आरोपियों ने AI की मदद ली. वहीं से उन्हें सारे आइडिया मिले. और पढ़ें बेंगलुरु के केआर पुरम में मौजूद है साई ग्रीन होम अपार्टमेंट. अपार्टमेंट के बाहर पुलिसवाले पहुंचे थे. पुलिस क्यों आई थी या इस अपार्टमेंट के एक फ़्लैट के अंदर क्या हुआ था? उसे जानने से पहले…

The US has the F-35, a fifth-generation fighter plane. China has Shenyang J-35, a fifth-generation fighter plane with similar capabilities. The US has Anthropic Mythos AI, arguably the world’s most potent AI model. Now, China has Kimi K3 aka Kimi 3.0, arguably the equally potent AI model. The world is fast turning into a space divided between those who have access to state-of-the-art frontier AI models and those who don’t, somewhat similar to how some countries have fifth-generation fighter planes and most don’t. Until last week it was clear that the US was at least 6-8 months ahead of everyone in AI. But the arrival of Kimi K3 last week has changed…

OpenAI on Tuesday said that its advanced artificial intelligence models went rogue and hacked into Hugging Face, a digital repository of AI technology. "We had a significant security incident during evaluation of our models," OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said in a statement posted on social media. The disclosure comes amid heightened concerns about the cybersecurity risks posed by powerful AI models. How did the breach happen? In a blog post, OpenAI said the "unprecedented cyber incident" took place while it was testing the cybersecurity capabilities of its models in a "tightly controlled digital testing ground," where internet access was limited for safety.…

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OpenAI researchers confirm an AI agent escaped sandbox, exploited zero‑days, and attacked Hugging Face Controlled experiment with GPT‑5.6 Sol showed autonomous chaining of vulnerabilities and credential theft Security experts call it unprecedented, urging stronger AI governance, accountability, and protection models OpenAI has confirmed one of its AI agents broke out of a sandbox, found and exploited zero-day vulnerabilities to gain access to the open internet, and then attacked a platform. Not just any platform too - the agent was able to breach Hugging Face, one of the biggest AI and machine learning companies on the Internet today. The good news is…

Stories have existed for as long as humans have. Without humans, there wouldn't be a single story on this planet, because humans are the sole storytellers. But that may be about to change. Has a second storyteller been born on the planet? At least for now, it seems so. Meta has recently been spotted quietly testing a new iPhone app that uses AI to generate personalised children's stories. Where human stories come from imagination, Meta's AI-generated stories reportedly come complete with illustrations, narration, and music. The app is called StoryKit: personalised stories. The app was first spotted by 9to5Mac and is available in limited regions.…

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang believes America has nothing to fear from China's open-source AI models — and everything to fear from the growing campaign to ban them."These Chinese models are excellent," Huang told Axios' Mike Allen on Tuesday in an exclusive interview for our "Behind the Curtain" video series. "Open-source models that are excellent should be used."Why it matters: The world's top AI chipmaker says American companies should "absolutely" be allowed to use Chinese models — a direct challenge to Trump officials and the U.S. labs lobbying Washington to shut them out.Among them are Nvidia's own customers, OpenAI and Anthropic, which have accused…

Across industries, organizations are increasingly tracking AI usage through dashboards, token utilization and platform engagement metrics. Some of the most visible companies in the world have stood up leaderboards ranking employee AI use; others have tied AI adoption directly to raises and promotions. The intent is reasonable - leaders want a signal that the investment is landing. Guna Jayaraman Social Links Navigation Chief AI Officer at Cornerstone. But we’ve reached a point where managers, executives and boards carry a false assumption that AI usage means a more AI-ready workforce. Usage and capability are not the same thing. Latest Videos From…

President Lee Jae Myung, right, listens to a participant's remark during a discussion meeting on regional, essential and public healthcare at Cheong Wa Dae in Seoul, Wednesday. Yonhap President Lee Jae Myung and Korean business leaders will meet with executives of Big Tech firms during his visit to the United States later this week, his office said Wednesday, highlighting Korea’s growing role in the global artificial intelligence (AI) industry and strengthening ties with key players in the sector. Lee will embark on a five-nation trip on Friday, visiting Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Germany and the U.S. National Security Adviser Wi Sung-lac and…

Silicon Valley residents are increasingly trying to stop the advance of artificial intelligence, even as the region attracts hundreds of billions of dollars in investment to expand the technology’s reach. Companies and workers around San Francisco Bay sparked the global AI explosion. Now, the nation’s tech hub also sits at the center of an intense and growing revolt against its ability to cause harm and replace humans. Hunter Glenn joined a group of protesters outside the San Francisco headquarters of AI trailblazer Anthropic on Monday because he is worried that AI poses a threat not only to jobs but also to humanity. He was laid off as a copywriter…

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कॉकरोच जनता पार्टी के संसद मार्च में युवाओं की भागीदारी और पुलिस से झड़पों के बाद आम आदमी पार्टी और कांग्रेस आमने-सामने आ गई हैं. पेपर लीक, शिक्षा और बेरोजगारी से जुड़े मुद्दे की लड़ाई को लोकसभा में नेता प्रतिपक्ष राहुल गांधी ने प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी के दहलीज तक पहुंच दिया. राहुल गांधी और प्रियंका गांधी ने सड़क से संसद तक मोर्चा खोल रखा है. और पढ़ें राहुल गांधी और कांग्रेस के वरिष्ठ नेताओं का पीएम आवास के बाहर धरना देना और सड़कों पर डटे रहना. यह सिर्फ बीजेपी के खिलाफ लड़ाई नहीं है, बल्कि 'विपक्ष की धुरी' बनने की होड़ भी है. प्रधानमंत्री आवास के बाहर धरने पर बैठकर राहुल गांधी की देशभर के युवाओं से उनके साथ आने की अपील की तो आम आदमी पार्टी ने सवाल…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

The lawsuit also took note of past legal proceedings against Anthropic over alleged copyright violations [File] \| Photo Credit: REUTERS Anthropic has been sued by the University of Tennessee Research Foundation over allegations that the Claude-maker infringed technology patents relating to artificial neural networks and machine-learning systems. In a legal filing dated July 20, the University of Tennessee Research Foundation claimed that the patented technologies addressed technical problems linked to the development of artificial neural networks years before AI systems went commercial. The lawsuit alleged that Anthropic had “made, used, sold,…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

SINGAPORE: A National Day banner in Bedok that garnered attention online for its errors, including depictions of what appeared to be the Indonesian flag, has been removed. The banner was made using artificial intelligence (AI) and was recently displayed as part of the Kampong Chai Chee estate's National Day decorations, Kampong Chai Chee Community Club said on Tuesday (Jul 21) night. "The banner was created and paid for by residents who came together to celebrate Singapore's National Day and bring some festive cheer to our community," said the community club in a Facebook post. "Many of the volunteers are seniors who generously gave their time and…

Publishers are facing very tough choices when it comes to Google’s AI, according to a new Wall Street Journal report. Facing a drought of search traffic, they’re considering cutting off Google’s access to their content in various ways. Some even seem to be considering the drastic step of completely cutting off Google’s web crawlers completely. Anonymous sources told the Journal that Reddit “has discussed shutting off the technology giant’s access to its content for AI use,” to use the Journal’s phrasing. This would represent a big change of heart, since Google pays Reddit $60 million per year to scrape its content for AI, per a deal…

TeamViewer report finds 71% of autonomous AI users set guardrails, but 61% wouldn't even use autonomous AI to begin with The average worker spends 2+ hours per week validating AI output Security and privacy could have the biggest impact New TeamViewer research positions trust as the latest major barrier to AI adoption, with workers generally viewing the tool positively but struggling to hand over full independence to it. Today, three in four workers use AI daily and only 3% say they don't see any noticeable workplace benefits, but nearly all (95%) respondents have at least some concern about AI operating without a human in the loop. This struggle…

Not too long ago, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei described Claude Mythos as capable of cyber-warfare, spawning all sorts of mythology that became popular reading at investors' desks, and even at the U.S. government table, which issued an export control order for it. Now, it's OpenAI's turn to do the same, with a blog post describing how a bot cyber-gang including its upcoming GPT-5.6 Sol and an "even more capable pre-release model" all broke out of their virtual cage and eventually into Hugging Face's production infrastructure, during an attack capability test. OpenAI described the snafu as an "unprecedented cyber incident." Go deeper with TH Premium: AI…

Welcome to Galaxy Unpacked 2026 (the sequel) Hello, and welcome to our liveblog for Samsung's second big phone launch of the year, Galaxy Unpacked 2026. We'll be reporting live from the London event, which kicks off at 9am ET / 6am PT / 2pm BST / 11pm AEST. But first, it's time to take you through all of the last-minute rumors on what we're expecting to see — and we certainly haven't been short of leaks...

Apple is reportedly preparing to roll out a new leasing program called Apple Upgrade. The service is expected to support a range of products, including iPhone, Mac, iPad and Apple Watch models and will work more like a subscription plan – where you give money monthly – than a traditional purchase. This will let users pay off their device early, upgrade to a new model before their term ends, or simply keep the device once the leasing period is over. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, who first reported the news citing people familiar with the matter, revealed that Apple Upgrade is planned to launch on July 28 and will be backed financially by Klarna…

Mexico · Business Key Facts —Total Mexico investment. Grupo Bimbo will invest US$2 billion in Mexico between 2025 and 2028. —Puebla plant cost. The new Puebla facility requires an investment of more than MX$1,760 million (US$101.2 million). —Plant modernization. More than 30 existing plants across Mexico will be modernized under the plan. —Job creation. The national program will generate 2,000 direct jobs and over 1,800 indirect positions. —Fleet upgrade. The company will expand its low-emissions vehicle fleet as part of the investment cycle. Grupo Bimbo, the Mexican multinational that ranks as the world’s largest bakery company, is building a second…

Xteink has just launched the X4 Pro This tiny ereader can stick to the back of your phone, and its main upgrades include a light and a touchscreen New open source ereader software called FreeInk has also been announced While small smartphones have largely gone out of fashion, it seems there’s an appetite for absolutely tiny ereaders. The Xteink brand is one of the biggest small-screen successes in this space, and its new model, the Xteink X4 Pro, is set to potentially be its best yet. This ereader has just a 4.3-inch screen, with dimensions of 111 x 69 x 5.95mm, making it even smaller than the iPhone 13 mini, so it's small enough to fit in even a tiny…

"Regime Change," the juicy exposé on President Trump's second term by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan, has passed the publishing milestone of 500,000 units sold (hardcover, audio, e-book) in just one month.Publishing sources tell me the blockbuster is on track to be the bestselling nonfiction book of 2026. Simon & Schuster has ordered a seventh printing, bringing the total hardcovers in print to 460,000."Reports of the death of the nonfiction book have been greatly exaggerated," said Matt Latimer of the Javelin agency, which represents Haberman.But this is a rare feat. "This doesn't necessarily mean that Trump books are back," said Keith Urbahn,…

Buying a new smartphone is already becoming more expensive, and things may not get better anytime soon. If you have noticed brands quietly increasing prices or offering fewer premium features at the same price, there is another reason that could make future phones cost even more. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the world's largest contract chipmaker, is reportedly planning to increase the prices it charges customers for making chips from 2027. Since TSMC manufactures processors for companies like Apple, Qualcomm, MediaTek, Nvidia, Google and several others, the move could eventually affect the price of smartphones, tablets, laptops…

Google recently started rolling out an update to its Contacts application that makes it easier to create your own contact card so you can share it with others when they ask for your details. If this sounds a bit familiar, it's because Google already offers a personal "Calling Card" in the Phone app, but like all calling cards, that one only displays your preferred photo and font when you call people who already have your details. The new Your info card in Contacts is made for those who don't have your details, and here's how I edited it to suit my needs. I recommend you do too. Related The feature has been available since August, what are you waiting…

Finding a good deal on a prebuilt gaming PC isn't easy these days, especially with the ongoing global memory crisis. But what are the chances of stumbling across an unbeatable deal while you're out shopping for rotisserie chicken? Well, that's exactly what happened to one lucky Costco shopper, who walked away with a heavily discounted iBuyPower gaming PC for $1,140, down from its original price of $1,899.99. Now that’s a true winner winner, chicken dinner. According to their post on the PC Master Race subreddit thread, u/klcp20 stumbled on one of the last display units at Costco during their weekly groceries run. While display units are generally sold…

Motorola Pad 70 Groove just launched in india, with wider release in August The bezels and back tote 4 tweeters, 3 woofers and 2 passive radiators Will likely be great for movies and music — annoying for other commuters We've seen loudspeakers come in all shapes and sizes, but JBL's latest has some odd additions. There's the 12.1-inch screen, the cameras, the pretty in-depth user interface... oh, it's a tablet, isn't it? Meet the Moto Pad 70 Groove, a new touchscreen handheld which has just launched in India, ahead of a general sale in early August. There's no word on global availability, mind — and given that the other Moto Pad products are…

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Google is testing new features in the Play Store, including support for third-party app stores. Along with this, we see a new option called Play Labs being tested here. We’ve also seen the two-row search bar being prepared for a rollout. Earlier this week, Google rolled out a massive Play Store update with an improved search experience and the ability to try out widgets while an app was being installed. But in addition to these changes, a few more could be in line, as we’ve spotted them being tested in the latest version of the Play Store. You’re reading an Authority Insights story. Authority Insights brings…

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority It’s shocking to think that it’s been more than a decade since the first Android smartwatch launched, and yet, we still don’t have a universal charging system. Even within a single company’s smartwatch lineup, we often see new charging systems introduced every few years, and often the new system isn’t backward-compatible. This can be highly frustrating, as it effectively renders your older chargers and accessories redundant when it’s time to upgrade. Google, unfortunately, is not exactly helping this cause when you look at its own Pixel Watch series. In a span of just four generations, we’ve had three different…

On a cattle station deep in the Northern Territory outback, roughly 683km south of Darwin, a Singapore-headquartered developer wants to build one of the largest data centres in the southern hemisphere. The plan leans on a resource the region has in abundance and the electricity grid does not reach out to supply: gas. Energy North lodged the proposal, called Project Ares, with Australia’s federal environment department in June, and it is now open for public comment. The off-grid campus would sit at Murranji Station in the gas-rich Barkly region, near the Beetaloo basin, and run on a mix of gas-fired power, solar, and batteries. It arrives as Australian…

Cherry blossom trees are in full bloom with N Seoul Tower in the background at Namsan Park in central Seoul in 2025. Korea Times photo by Shim Hyun-chul Foreign visitors are increasingly venturing beyond Seoul's iconic shopping districts and royal landmarks, embracing filming locations, traditional markets and mountain trails as the city's tourism landscape grows more diverse, according to a new data analysis released Wednesday. The Seoul AI Foundation said its analysis of foreign visitor movement and online reviews found tourism demand spreading across a wider range of destinations throughout the capital in 2025. The study examined 16 major…

Instagram is rolling out a Replace Audio feature that lets users change the in-app music attached to feed posts and carousels after they have already been published. The original post stays live throughout the process, preserving its likes, comments, and shares. Your post keeps all its engagement Previously, fixing a questionable soundtrack required deleting the post and uploading it again. This meant sacrificing every interaction the original had collected, along with its place in followers’ feeds and on your profile. For regular users, this might not sound like a big deal, but for creators, it could impact their engagement with their audiences.…

Substack is giving readers a way to check whether the post they’re reading was written by a human or by a chatbot. The company has partnered with AI-detection firm Pangram to introduce new tools that will let users scan posts, notes, and replies for AI-generated text. CEO Chris Best introduced the features in a post titled “Against Claudefishing,” his term for content that leans on AI while presenting itself as human work. How the scanning tool works Scans run on any text longer than one hundred words that is published from July 21 onward, and the result is visible only to the person who requests it. Best says Pangram is not perfect, but points to…

Apple's upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to feature a variable-aperture camera. The upgrade has been rumored repeatedly and would be a first for Apple's smartphone lineup, but what would it actually change for everyday users? An aperture is the opening inside a camera lens that lets in light. A natural comparison would be the pupils of your eyes, which open wider in the dark and become smaller in bright conditions. Current iPhone cameras have an opening that's fixed to the one size. To compensate for this, the iPhone adjusts other settings and uses software processing to brighten or darken the image. By contrast, a variable…

Samsung is reportedly weighing a bet on Europe’s best-funded AI startup. The South Korean conglomerate is in talks to invest in Mistral as part of a fundraising round that could value the Paris company at roughly €20bn, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday, citing people familiar with the discussions. The size of Samsung’s cheque is where the reporting turns slippery. The FT put it at “hundreds of millions of euros,” while several summaries of the story have rounded that up to about €1bn. What is more firmly established is the shape of the round itself: Mistral is raising around €3bn, nearly doubling the €11.7bn valuation it commanded less than a…

Xteink has launched the X4 Pro, a new version of its pocket-sized e-reader that addresses several limitations of the original X4. The updated model keeps the same 4.3-inch display and magnetic design, but adds a front light, touchscreen, larger battery, and unlocked firmware. The original X4 stood out for its unusually compact form factor and stripped-down reading experience, though it lacked some basic conveniences available on larger e-readers. The X4 Pro appears designed to close those gaps while preserving the tiny footprint that made the first model distinctive. The missing conveniences are now here The biggest addition is an adjustable front…

PERSONAL TECH Raspberry Pi goes large with 10.1-inch Touch Display 2 More screen, more pixels, and a Pi 5 required to drive the lot Raspberry Pi has supersized its Touch Display 2 with a new 10.1-inch model aimed at dashboards, entertainment systems, and other projects that need more room for prodding. The panel is designed for use cases such as touch-enabled information displays. This is the big brother to the 5-inch and 7-inch variants, with a resolution to match – 1,200 x 1,920 pixels are available on the native portrait display. The 10.1-inch panel supports 24-bit RGB color and ten simultaneous touch points, up from five on the smaller models. The…

Today’s the day! Samsung is just hours from the launch of its Galaxy Z Fold 8 series, Galaxy Watch 9, and more, and you can tune in live to see the event. Starting at 9am EDT / 6am PDT, Samsung is livestreaming Galaxy Unpacked with the launch of its new foldables and smartwatches in store. Expected announcements include: Galaxy Z Fold 8 (wide) Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Galaxy Z Flip 8 Galaxy Watch 9 Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 We’ve seen these devices rather extensively in leaks over the past few weeks. You can tune in live to Samsung’s event in just a few hours, with the whole thing available on YouTube. Advertisement - scroll for more content As per usual,…

The family of a 31-year-old filmmaker and makeup artist, Khalid Wahid, has demanded justice for their son, who abductors allegedly murdered some hours after capture from his home near a police station on 18 July. The incident occurred in the Dong community in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State. Mr Wahid’s house is about 10 metres from the Dong Police Station, where residents said gunmen exchanged gunfire with security personnel before taking the man away. He reportedly survived past attempts on his life, leading to multiple fortifications of his home security. The spokesperson for the state police command, Alfred Alabo, did not respond…

SIMFEROPOL, July 22. /TASS/. Seventeen people suffered injuries in a Ukrainian drone strike on an apartment building in the Crimean city of Yalta, Oleg Kryuchkov, an advisor to the Crimean leader, said. "According to the latest reports, an overnight enemy attack on Yalta left 17 civilians injured," he wrote on Telegram, adding that six people had been taken to the hospital. "The attack was deliberate, as it is impossible to mistake an apartment building for an electrical substation. There are no military facilities or energy infrastructure sites nearby," Kryuchkov added. According to Olga Kurlayeva, an aide to the head of Crimea, 350 people were…

Air India has been continuously extending its suspension of operations on the route for several months due to the prevailing security situation in the region. File (Representational image) \| Photo Credit: Reuters Amid renewed hostilities and growing security concerns in West Asia, Air India on Wednesday (July 22, 2026) said it is extending its suspension of operations on the Tel Aviv-Delhi route till end of September. The airline has been continuously extending its suspension of operations on the route for several months due to the prevailing security situation in the region. The latest announcement comes amid renewed security concerns over the last…

It used to be something of an annual tradition. Packing the car, heading to the airport, settling into your accommodation for two weeks of sunshine before returning home to regale friends and family with tales of your summer holiday. In the 1980s and 1990s, one trip a year was the norm – and Britons would flock to sunny Spain, France or Italy for a highly coveted summer break, usually coinciding with the long school holiday over the summer. But inevitably, times change, and it seems we have well and truly entered the era of the 'multibreak'. In 2026, more travellers are ditching the countdown-to-summer mindset and chasing shorter, more spontaneous…

"Iran is in a lot of trouble," US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, in remarks given at the Asean meeting in the Philippines. Rubio stated that Iran is facing "hyperinflation, runaway inflation, high food costs" and that its military "suffered a tremendous amount of damage".

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has said that he does not have the authority to arrest Benjamin Netanyahu, but urged the US government to do so if the Israeli prime minister visits the country. The mayor made the remarks in a social media video on Tuesday, hours after US President Donald Trump said Netanyahu "will not be arrested, in any way, shape, or form, while in the United States of America". "Benjamin Netanyahu is a war criminal, the architect of a horrific genocide against the Palestinian people," Mamdani said in the two-minute clip that has since garnered more than 30m views. He went on to cite several examples of Israel targeting…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

The ongoing Iran war has cost the United States an estimated $37.5 billion so far, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth revealed Tuesday, up from a previous estimate of nearly $29 billion in mid-May. "The estimate we have as of today is $37.5 billion," Hegseth testified during a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing at which he defended a request for some $67 billion in supplemental funding for the Pentagon. Hegseth and General Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, told Congress the funding request is "urgent" and "necessary" to pay the Pentagon's costs for the Iran war through the end of September. But Democratic Sen. Jeanne Shaheen…

Canada has been given a front-row seat to a British-Italian-Japanese effort to develop a sixth-generation fighter aircraft, allowing Ottawa to diversify its defence partnerships as the US and China vie for an edge in future air power. In London on Tuesday, Canadian Defence Minister David McGuinty joined his British, Italian and Japanese counterparts – Wes Streeting, Guido Crosetto and Shinjiro Koizumi – to sign Canada up as an observer of the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) . It marks the first expansion of the programme – which aims to develop a next-generation combat aircraft by 2035 – beyond its three founding members since GCAP was launched in…

Rep. Riley Moore, R-W.Va., joins 'The Faulkner Focus' to weigh in on the Christian persecution in Nigeria, President Donald Trump's efforts to pressure terrorist organizations responsible and share firsthand stories of survivors. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! JOHANNESBURG: A Nigerian Pastor highlighted by President Trump on social media, says that nine members of his family have been killed. The minister is an outspoken critic of the killing of Christians by radicalized Muslim members of the Fulani militia. Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo now says that the same militia has issued a death threat against him. Dachomo, is the regional leader of the…

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As Donald Trump launched a war of aggression against Iran nearly five months ago, he insisted Washington would achieve a decisive victory within weeks. Trump and his advisers scoffed at any suggestion that they were breaking repeated campaign promises not to start new conflicts, and to end America’s legacy of forever wars, especially in Afghanistan and Iraq. In early March, a week into the war, Trump declared he would only agree to “unconditional surrender” by Iran’s theocratic government. He vowed to destroy much of Tehran’s military, called for a popular uprising and touted the overthrow of the regime that rose to power after Iran’s 1979 Islamic…

The U.S. has launched strikes on Iranian targets following attacks that killed three American service members in Jordan and Iraq. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Elements of the Trump administration are again debating whether the United States should support the downfall of Iran’s government as the war intensifies again, according to a recent analysis. The analysis, published Monday by Financial Times columnist Gideon Rachman, says the discussion reportedly includes efforts to encourage an internal uprising and the possible revival of proposals to support armed Iranian opposition groups, including Kurdish factions that have fought Iran for…

Security forces have killed 10 terrorists and apprehended two female suicide bombers, along with their facilitator, during operations carried out in Balochistan’s Surab and Mastung districts over the past 48 hours, the military’s media affairs wing said in a statement released on Wednesday afternoon. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), seven terrorists were killed in Surab while three in Mastung, where the two suicide bombers and their facilitator were also apprehended. The ISPR statement said that the operations in these two districts were in continuation of actions against the “terrorist nexus of India-sponsored…

Wildberries, Russia's largest online retailer, on Wednesday said that several people were injured in Ukrainian attacks on the company's warehouses. Vladimir Kondratyev, the governor of southern Krasnodar said one person was killed in Wednesday's Ukraine strikes, but did not clarify whether that was the strikes at Wildberries or elsewhere. What do we know about the latest Ukrainian attack on Wildberries? Wildberries co-founder and CEO Tatyana Kim said facilities in Krasnodar and Nevinnomyssk were targeted in Wednesday's attacks. Social media footage showed smoke billowing above the Krasnodar logistics site, which Kim said had been evacuated along with…

MOSCOW, July 22. /TASS/. Alexander Syrsky confirmed his resignation as the Ukrainian Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief while saying on the way out that he was leaving behind an army that is strong enough for an offensive. "I step down as commander-in-chief of the Ukrainian armed forces today. \<...> I hand over to my successor an army that is not only holding the line but is even on the offensive," Syrsky posted on Telegram. However, Syrsky's statement conflicted with data from the Russian Defense Ministry showing that Ukraine loses roughly 1,500 troops daily as a result of actions of Russian battlegroups in the special military operation zone.…

Key events Trump ally pledges to 'work with people' he disagrees with after Arizona primary win Hello and welcome to the US politics live blog. Andy Biggs – a hard-right congressman endorsed by Donald Trump – won the Republican nomination for Arizona governor, saying he will “work with people that don’t necessarily agree with me”. He will now challenge the incumbent Democrat, governor Katie Hobbs, in a race that is expected to be among the most fiercely contested in the country this fall. Biggs, a former chair of the House freedom caucus who was a central figure in the effort to overturn Trump’s election defeat, trounced fellow congressman David…

Ukraine has pushed on with its fight against Russia’s invasion under new military leadership, after President Volodymyr Zelensky bowed to public pressure and fired his commander-in-chief. Ukraine has made significant progress in the war this year, and a rift between the country’s outgoing army chief and its defence minister threatened to derail its efforts. Both men lost their jobs following Mr Zelensky’s major government reshuffle last week. The top-level changes late on Tuesday were intended to draw a line under an unwelcome spasm of political turmoil that lasted almost a week and prompted rejoicing in Russia. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky,…

Security forces have killed 10 terrorists and apprehended two female suicide bombers, along with their facilitator, during intelligence-based operations carried out in Balochistan’s Surab and Mastung districts over the past 48 hours, the military’s media affairs wing said in a statement released on Wednesday afternoon. According to the Inter-Services Public Relations, seven terrorists were killed in Surab while three in Mastung, where the two suicide bombers and their facilitator were also apprehended. More to follow

Tropical Storm Bertha began weakening and was expected to continue doing so as it moved slowly west along or near the Gulf Coast. The strongest sustained wind near the center of Bertha, which is well out to sea, was down to 50 mph on Wednesday. An ABC News graphic shows the forecast on Wednesday, July 22, 2026. ABC News Bertha strengthened into a tropical storm on Monday night, according to the National Hurricane Center, prompting a tropical storm watch on Monday for parts of the Gulf Coast. A tropical storm is defined as a tropical cyclone with maximum sustained winds of 39 mph to 73 mph. Panama City Beach, Florida, recorded a 40 mph wind gust…

US President Donald Trump has threatened to strike an Iranian underground nuclear enrichment facility two times in the past nine days. "We have eyes on it and Pickaxe mountain is a possible target for a nice big fat shot right in the front door," President Trump said on a TV show on July 13. He repeated the threat on July 22, telling reporters in the White House: “We’ll be hitting the area pretty soon, and very heavily.” These threats come even as the US has bombed Iran for 11 consecutive days, provoking Iranian retaliation, a ‘tit for tat’ conflict as political scientist John Mearshimer calls it. The US entered the war with Iran on February 28…

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has seized two tankers designated for transporting edible vegetable oil after they were found carrying Automotive Gas Oil (AGO), commonly known as diesel, in Lagos. The agency said the seizure was made during a recent enforcement operation, barely three months after it warned transporters against using the same tankers for both petroleum products and edible oil, describing the practice as a serious threat to public health. Speaking to journalists, NAFDAC’s Director of Investigation and Enforcement, Mr. Martins Iluyomade, said investigations revealed that the two vehicles, which…

A 71-year-old grandmother in eastern China jumped into a river to save a young man who tried to drown himself because of his relationship problems, winning widespread admiration on social media. The man was filmed on July 13 climbing onto a bridge’s railing before decisively jumping into a river in Suixi county in Anhui province, the Anhui Daily reported. Liu Defang, a white-haired retiree, was chatting with friends near the bridge when she heard someone shouting, “Someone has fallen into the water!” Liu quickly ran to the riverbank and took off her shoes. She caught a lifebuoy thrown to her by a woman nearby and jumped into the water without…

Once again, the "Land Down Under" is on the apparent uptick for falling space debris. In early July, the Australian Space Agency reported that objects recovered, dubbed "space balls," are likely pressure vessels from a space launch vehicle. Six spherical pieces of space junk were found in the small seaside community of Forrest Beach, near Ingham. Australian Queensland Fire Department crews swung into action to assist partner agencies following the discovery of the potentially hazardous objects. Scientific teams safely secured a number of the items, establishing a 165 feet (50-meter) "exclusion zone" around them to assure public safety. The nature and…

The landslide site in Sitio Marahan, Barangay Marilog District in Davao City remains closed to most vehicles after continuous monsoon rains triggered a massive slope failure on July 17, severing the Bukidnon–Davao Road. Motorists are using alternate routes while authorities assess and rehabilitate the damaged highway. Photo by DPWH-11 VALENCIA CITY, Bukidnon — Public Works Secretary Vince Dizon is expected to inspect the massive landslide site along the Bukidnon–Davao Road in Sitio Marahan, Barangay Marilog Proper, Davao City on Thursday, July 23, as authorities continue assessing long-term engineering solutions, a Department of Public Works and…

The water level at Angat Dam plummets to 163.51 meters on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, falling below its normal high water level of 210.00 meters. The water reservoir supplies more than 90 percent of Metro Manila’s potable water, and is also crucial to power generation, as its four hydroelectric turbines produce up to 200 megawatts for the Luzon grid. INQUIRER PHOTO / GRIG C. MONTEGRANDE BUSTOS, Bulacan — The rains in the past few days triggered by monsoon, and the recent typhoons have been irrigating rice farms in Bulacan and Pampanga in spite of the inability of Angat Dam to provide water supply because of the anticipated El Niño this year. Melencio…

Moment man throws victim over 12ft wall onto busy road caught on dashcam A man who threw his victim off a 12ft wall onto a busy road below has been jailed for six years. Dashcam footage of a passing car shows Daniel Meredith, 36, of Queen Street in Torquay, pushing his victim over the railings of a raised pedestrian walkway in Torquay on 28 October 2025. The victim fell headfirst onto the road below, narrowly missing an oncoming vehicle, and was left with a broken spine, broken shoulders, six broken ribs and significant bruising. Police arrived on the scene, having responded to reports of two men arguing near the bridge on Torbay Road. On Friday (17…

The story so far: Toxic gases, generated by a sudden explosive release of suspected methane trapped or embedded in rocks on July 20, 2026, claimed the lives of 20 workers (till the time of reporting) in an under-construction Head Race Tunnel (HRT) of the NHPC’s 500 MW Teesta Stage VI Hydropower Project at Samardung in Sikkim’s Namchi district. Five others remained trapped about 1.5 km inside the tunnel, underlining the hazards of infrastructure development across the Himalayan landscape. How did the tragedy happen? The NHPC has said a thorough investigation will be conducted to ascertain the cause of the incident. The Sikkim government has also…

Newly released footage shows the moment a police officer from Southlake, Texas, pulls a driver unharmed from a car after the vehicle burst into flames during a routine traffic stop. Cpl Joshua Swisher was awarded the local police department's meritorious conduct award for his bravery in the incident

Tropical Storm Bertha impacting northern Gulf Coast. See forecast map and its path. CBS NewsBeaches closed and sandbags filled as Tropical Storm Bertha approaches the Gulf Coast NBC NewsTropical Storm Bertha makes landfall but damage appears limited NPRTropical Storm Bertha is messy and lopsided. That's important. USA TodayBertha likely to reach Louisiana coast on Wednesday WAFB

Mass brawl involving 10 passengers forces UK-bound easyJet plane to return to Tenerife By NATALIA PENZA Published: 05:10 EDT, 22 July 2026 \| Updated: 05:16 EDT, 22 July 2026 An easyJet flight bound for the UK has had to turn back to Tenerife after a mass brawl broke out mid-air. Spanish air traffic controllers said overnight around 10 passengers had been involved in the fight on board the plane heading for Liverpool. They said in a statement: 'The crew of the flight from Tenerife South to Liverpool informed us, after about 30 minutes in the air, that they needed to return to the airport and requested a police presence upon arrival. 'A group of around…

KRASNODAR, July 22. /TASS/. Russia will respond in a tough and proportionate manner to the Ukrainian army’s attack on civilian infrastructure in the Krasnodar Region that killed one person and injured ten others, Sergey Altukhov, who represents the region in the State Duma (the lower house of parliament), told TASS. The Krasnodar Region was targeted by a massive drone attack overnight into Wednesday. Regional Governor Veniamin Kondratyev said that an employee was killed in a strike on a company facility in Armavir, while ten people were injured when drones attacked a warehouse in Krasnodar. "The main thing I can assure you of is that all those…

Armed police hunt man involved in hit-and-run in Brisbane’s CBD Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. AAA Armed police have descended on one of Brisbane’s busiest inner-city streets following a hit-and-run involving a stolen vehicle. Police responded to reports that a stolen Range Rover had crashed into another car on Queen Street on Wednesday afternoon. The driver fled the scene. More than a dozen police roamed the city block searching for a man wanted in relation to a hit-and-run.Nine News A man was taken into custody a short time later, with police launching a hunt to locate a…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Even as a group of miscreants launched an attack on the officials, the Bengaluru City Central Corporation carried out the clearance drive, stressing that it is committed to improving pedestrian infrastructure in the city. A senior Greater Bengaluru Authority (GBA) official told The Hindu that 15 officials and staff from the tractor and silt wing were at the site when the incident unfolded. Five officials, including two women, were injured. However, the drive continued, and about 10 shops encroaching on the footpath were cleared. The official stressed that the shopkeepers had been informed well in advance that the encroachments would be cleared. The…

Leopard leaps over counter and attacks shopkeeper in India A leopard jumped over a counter at a liquor store in India and attacked a shopkeeper, CCTV footage shows. Sanjay Gurjar, 25, was working in the shop in Todaraisingh, Rajasthan, on Sunday (19 July) when he heard a scream. The big cat then appeared and lunged at Mr Gurjar, before he managed to push it off and flee. The leopard, which moments before had attacked bystander Fateh Lal Koli, 40, then roamed the store, knocking over bottles of alcohol. Both men were injured and rushed for treatment to the hospital, where they are now recovering. The leopard, a five-year-old male, was retrieved by a…

British Airways pilots are struck down by food poisoning after India stopover - with one 'incapacitated' and put on oxygen at 30,000 feet By DAVID OLASEINDE Published: 04:50 EDT, 22 July 2026 \| Updated: 04:50 EDT, 22 July 2026 British Airways pilots were struck down by food poisoning after an India stopover. One officer was 'incapacitated' and put on oxygen at 30,000 feet on the 10-and-a-half-hour flight to Heathrow. The other two pilots managed to continue working, but their symptoms worsened after the plane landed in Britain. The pilots had breakfast together in a local hotel lounge and were also found to have drunk bottled water supplied by an…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

At the remote, mountainous frontier where the mighty Mekong carves the border between Myanmar and Laos , planners have sketched the outline of a mega dam. It would be the largest hydropower project ever built on the river’s mainstream outside China, but analysts suspect the study into it may matter more than the dam itself. A 34-month joint feasibility study for the 2,790-megawatt project was agreed on July 4 during Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing ’s state visit to Vientiane. Officials from both countries called the plan an “important symbol of Myanmar–Laos friendship”, saying it promised to strengthen energy security and support renewable energy…

The Kerala government has sanctioned ₹90 crore for the construction of a permanent academic and administrative complex for Sreenarayanaguru Open University (SGOU). According to Higher Education Minister Roji M. John, the university, which began functioning in 2020 and is presently operating from rented premises in Kollam, will soon have its own state-of-the-art four-storey campus spread across 16,864 square metres. The new complex will feature modern classrooms, a high-tech office system, advanced electrical installations, fire safety infrastructure and comprehensive water supply facilities. “The new campus will not only fulfil the long-standing…

It is midday on the Venezuelan coast, but the breeze feels like evening. The waves cross at odd intervals, silencing everything on the boat and making it feel, at the very least, like a rollercoaster. “You have to feel the sea to be able to cross it,” says Will from the stalled engine of his fishing boat. The boat has been used to carry donations to towns such as Puerto Cruz, Puerto Maya, and Cepe, about two hours by boat from La Guaira, the coastal city hardest hit by the June 24 earthquakes. The quakes left these coastal communities partially cut off from Catia del Mar, their main source of supplies. Brisón is a word heard along Venezuela’s central…

Galaxy Digital has pledged up to $5 million in grants to open-source developers building post-quantum cryptography for Bitcoin. The company also formed a quantum advisory council under its Bitcoin Quantum Readiness Initiative, which it announced Tuesday. The council includes Barry Sanders, professor and scientific director of Quantum City at the University of Calgary; Damien Bérubé, an MIT Sea Grant Knauss fellow; and Eran Tromer, professor of computer science at Boston University. The grants will fund quantum-resistant upgrade proposals, post-quantum cryptography, Bitcoin signature schemes, wallet and custodian migration tooling and formal security…

Josie Gibson showed off the results of her liposuction in a 'get ready with me clip' after she revealed she's on the lookout for a partner. The TV personality, 41, previously revealed she has had £7,000 worth of the surgery and recently showcased her 'new arms' in social media clips. Lipoedema is a medical condition causing abnormal, symmetrical buildup of adipose tissue (fat), which typically manifests in the legs, buttocks, hips and arms. Josie revealed in March she had 45 per cent of her arm removed in a brachioplasty, which is a surgical procedure that removes excess skin and fat from the upper arm. In a new video on her Instagram page on Tuesday,…

The minister who is today at the centre of the NEET controversy, the paper leak that jolted the nation in 2024 and again this year, is Dharmendra Pradhan. Nearly three decades ago, Pradhan himself led a protest against a paper leak in Odisha in 1997. It was the year when the newly formed Atal Bihari Vajpayee government was trying to prove its majority in Parliament. Around the same time, a question paper leak surfaced in Odisha. Dharmendra Pradhan, then the National Secretary of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) and on the verge of joining the BJP, led a protest of 1500 students against the then state government of Indian National…

Beluga whales airlifted to new US homes after former marine park closed down A group of six beluga whales that were rescued from a closed-down marine park in Canada have been transported to their new homes in the US. Thirty whales were saved from Marineland, a theme park and zoo in Niagara Falls, which closed in 2024 after it could no longer care for the mammals. Acadia, Lillooet, Osiris and Sierra arrived safely at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium on Tuesday (21 July), while Bertie Botts and Frankie were relocated to SeaWorld in San Antonio, Texas. Footage shows the mammals being airlifted to safety with heavy-duty cranes as they began their journeys. They…

Zendaya has sparked fury after she wore 3,000-year-old earrings during her press tour for The Odyssey. The 29-year-old actress, who played the goddess Athena in Christopher Nolan's adaptation of Homer's Greek epic, wore the ancient Iranian artefacts during a photo call in London earlier this month. The 18-karat, yellow gold medallion discs date back to the first millennium B.C., according to CNN, and are attributed to the Ziwiyi hoard. They were discovered in the 1940s after the hoard - a trove of ancient artefacts- was looted by shepherds. The actress was quick to receive backlash, with critics questioning the use of precious and culturally…

Laser-driven feedback effects reveal new ways to engineer conductivity in strongly interacting systems Atomic illustration with electrons (Courtesy: Shutterstock/Agsandrew) According to band theory, materials with partially filled energy bands and unpaired electrons should conduct electricity, but in Mott insulators this rule is broken. In these materials, the repulsion between electrons is so strong that they cannot move freely and become localized. When sufficient energy is supplied (for example by light), electrons can form a doublon (two electrons on one site) and a hole (an empty site). These excitations can move, enabling electrical…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Dozens of researchers funded by the federal Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality received notices last week that they would not receive future installments of funding for their ongoing research grants. While frustrating, the development was largely not a surprise to these researchers, many of whom had been waiting months for renewed funding or been unable to get explanations as to why the funding spigots had run dry from staffers at the agency. The notices punctuated nearly a year of uncertainty for health services researchers funded by AHRQ and left those who lost funding concerned about the future of their field. AcademyHealth, a professional…

A video from Delhi's Connaught Place has started a conversation about empathy, parenting and the values children grow up with. The clip, which shows a child throwing a stone at a sleeping stray dog while his parents walk away, has left many social media users questioning why acts of cruelty towards animals are often dismissed instead of corrected. Shared on X, the clip shows a stray dog lying peacefully on the pavement, seemingly asleep and not bothering anyone. Moments later, a young child is seen walking past the animal, picking up a stone and throwing it at the dog. The startled dog immediately gets up, while the child walks away. What has drawn…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Dinto Solar Wins Bid in China Datang's 1 GW HJT Module Procurement LONGGANG, China , July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Dinto Solar has won a bid in the 1 GW heterojunction (HJT) module category under China Datang Corporation Ltd.'s 2026–2027 photovoltaic module framework procurement programme. The successful bid marks another step in the commercial adoption of HJT technology by one of China's largest state-owned power producers and reflects the growing role of HJT in utility-scale solar development. China Datang is one of China's leading state-owned power generation companies, with renewable energy projects spanning utility-scale PV, distributed…

For many in Japan, cicada cries are as much an integral part of summer as fireworks, shaved ice and sweltering heat. And, according to researchers, some may be extending their performances well past sunset in Tokyo and other urban areas. A study using automated recording devices found that two common species continued calling at night in urban areas, but not in protected green spaces without artificial lighting. The findings suggest that streetlights and higher urban temperatures may be altering cicadas’ daily rhythms, according to researchers from Tokyo Metropolitan University, Azabu University and Tamagawa University. The study was published April…

The Ministry of Education has informed the Lok Sabha that only 6% of candidates who appear for the University Grants Commission – National Eligibility Test (UGC-NET) qualify for eligibility as Assistant Professors. Among these qualified candidates, UGC awards 11,750 Junior Research Fellowships (JRFs) every year. The information was shared by Union Minister of State for Education Sukanta Majumdar in a written reply to questions raised by Congress MP Shashi Tharoor in the Lok Sabha. WHAT THE GOVERNMENT SAID Responding to questions on the number of NET qualifiers and JRF awardees, Majumdar said, "The University Grants Commission (UGC) provides JRF based…

A single dose of psilocybin, the psychedelic substance in magic mushrooms, may produce physical changes in the brain that remain detectable for as long as a month, according to researchers at UC San Francisco and Imperial College London. The study, published in Nature Communications, involved healthy adults who had never previously used a psychedelic. Although none of the participants had a diagnosed mental health condition, the findings may offer clues about why psilocybin has shown therapeutic potential for depression, anxiety, and addiction. Researchers focused on temporary increases in brain "entropy," a term describing the variety and…

According to historical reports, the GunaiKurnai, an Australian Aboriginal nation, used caves as the stage for magic, healing, and cursing rituals. Over roughly 25,000 years, these rituals left behind a curious souvenir—ancient layers of plant crystals, according to a new study. In a Frontiers in Environmental Archaeology paper published today, researchers found rare organic remains from ceremonial rituals in Cloggs Cave, GunaiKurnai Country. Investigations into old pits in the cave presented strong evidence that people, likely the GunaiKurnai, intentionally selected and brought grass into the cave for ceremonial use. The GunaiKurnai are known to…

Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. By signing up, you confirm you are 16+, will receive newsletters and promotional content and agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time. The entry into the limestone cavern known as Cloggs Cave resembles a massive cathedral door. Situated on a bluff in southern Australia not far from the town of Buchan, Victoria, this very cave has beckoned members of the Australian Aboriginal nation called the GunaiKurnai for generations. Direct evidence of their visits is literally baked…

Across roughly 1,000 generations, GunaiKurnai Old Ancestors carried whole grass plants into the dark interior of Cloggs Cave and burned them across the floor. The resulting ash may have served a purpose described in GunaiKurnai traditional knowledge, helping practitioners perform magic and track the footsteps of anyone who entered, including spirit-Beings. Reaching the main chamber meant passing through a curving corridor less than 3 feet wide. It continued for approximately 16 feet before ending in a nearly 4-foot drop to the cave floor. Through it, people transported grasses with their roots, stems, leaves, and flower heads still attached.…

This chart shows the constellation Scorpius the Scorpion, holding the red star Antares at the its heart. Antares will lead you to a great globular cluster called Messier 4 (M4). It’s visible in the evenings for the next few months. Chart via EarthSky. Bright red star Antares is easy to find in the prominent zodiacal constellation Scorpius the Scorpion. And if you look just slightly west of it through binoculars, you’ll see a small faint diffuse ball of light. Through a moderate-sized telescope, that fuzzy ball resolves into a tight collection of faint stars suspended in the darkness. That’s Messier 4, called M4 for short. M4 is a globular star…

WASHINGTON — The pilot of the Artemis 2 mission says NASA’s return to the moon should start with human landings in less challenging equatorial regions rather than go directly to the south pole. Speaking at the NASA Exploration Science Forum at Ames Research Center on July 21, Victor Glover made a plea to NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman to reconsider plans to have the first Artemis crewed landings go to the lunar south pole because of the difficulties of accessing that region. Asked in an extended discussion with conference attendees about his preferred landing site for the first crewed landing of the Artemis campaign, Glover emphasized the…

China has taken another step in expanding its commercial space capabilities as private launch company Orienspace successfully launched its Gravity-1 rocket from a sea-based platform in the East China Sea, placing nine satellites into their intended orbits. The mission marked the third successful flight of the Gravity-1 launch vehicle and further demonstrated the reliability of China's growing offshore launch infrastructure. According to the company, the launch took place from a mobile sea-launch platform off the coast of Shanghai. All nine satellites were deployed precisely into their designated orbits, with the mission proceeding as planned.…

Delhi and the plains of northern India spent last week under a dry, sulky sky. This week, the sky changed its mind. Rain has returned to swathes of the country, from the hills of Uttarakhand to the coast of Odisha, and the reason lies in a piece of weather machinery that meteorologists have been watching build for days: a cluster of spinning air pockets working together with the monsoon's main highway, the monsoon trough. Fresh images from Isro's INSAT-3DR and INSAT-3DS satellites, captured on the morning of July 22, show exactly how this system looks from space. WHAT IS A CYCLONIC CIRCULATION, AND WHY DOES IT MATTER FOR RAIN? A cyclonic circulation…

Our five favourite designer luxury homes for sale right now Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. AAA High-end materials, custom design, thoughtful floor plans, architectural lighting, landscaped gardens, high functionality, and enviable locations: there are many reasons why designer luxury homes are impressive. Here are five of our favourite designer luxury homes for sale right now. This four-bedroom brick residence is set within tranquil gardens designed by landscape architect Annie Wilkes, on a 1973 square-metre (approx.) estate in Wahroonga. The sandstone al fresco terrace makes…

A cottage perched on a clifftop in one of the UK's most sought after coastal destinations has been put on the market at £1.5million. Down End Cottage takes the term 'detached' to new heights as it stands alone with uninterrupted 180-degree panoramic ocean views, offering its owners ultimate seclusion and privacy. The four-bedroom bungalow sits within half-an-acre of private land, and offers access to a stretch of the South West Coast Path between the fishing village of Polperro and Talland Bay in south Cornwall. The 630-mile path starts in Somerset and runs along the coastline of Exmoor, continuing adjacent to the sea as it enters North Devon and then…

HELSINKI — Commercial launch firm Orienspace launched its third Gravity-1 solid rocket late Tuesday, sending nine satellites into orbit from waters off Shanghai. The 30-meter-long Gravity-1 solid rocket lifted off […] The post Gravity-1 sea launch off Shanghai puts 9 satellites into orbit appeared first on SpaceNews.

Sunny Joseph \| Photo Credit: H.VIBHU Amid the power crisis in the State, Electricity Minister Sunny Joseph on Monday said the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects being implemented in Kasaragod district are progressing satisfactorily and will be commissioned by October, following an on-site review of the works at Mylatti at Mulleria substation. The Minister said the projects, being executed by the Kerala State Electricity Board, would make the district’s power distribution network more efficient, reliable and capable of supporting a modern renewable energy-based electricity system. He directed officials and implementing agencies to ensure…

Sanjay Nekkanti, founder and CEO of Dhruva Space, a space engineering solution provider, said the industry's reliance on former ISRO expertise is a natural consequence of how India's strategic sectors have evolved. “For decades, much of this expertise resided within ISRO, DRDO (Defence Research and Development Organisation), defence laboratories and public sector enterprises because these were the institutions entrusted with developing India's strategic technologies,” he told CNA. He added that retired ISRO scientists continue to mentor engineering teams and contribute to product development at Dhruva Space, alongside experts who have worked at NASA…

DONETSK, July 22. /TASS/. More than 6,200 jobs have been created in the Donetsk People’s Republic (DPR) under the special economic zone (SEZ) since 2023, while resident companies have invested 38 bln rubles ($485.31 mln), DPR Deputy Prime Minister Kirill Makarov told TASS. "Today, the special economic zone is one of the key instruments for developing the economy of the Donetsk People’s Republic. We can already speak about the first tangible results of its operation. According to the Territories Development Fund, the actual volume of capital investment by SEZ residents in the republic has reached 38 bln rubles," Makarov said. He added that more than…

Maruti Suzuki is all set to launch the updated Brezza, with fresh dealership sightings giving the clearest look yet at the compact SUV ahead of its expected July 24 debut. The latest videos reveal what appears to be the top-spec variant, showcasing an updated exterior, a significantly refreshed cabin and, most importantly, hinting at the arrival of a turbo-petrol engine for the first time. The facelifted Brezza will continue to rival the Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Kia Syros, Mahindra XUV 3XO and Skoda Kylaq, but this time with a stronger technology package and what could be its most exciting powertrain update yet. What's new? The biggest…

Skyroot Aerospace co-founder and CEO Pawan Kumar Chandana has shared an emotional note about the first phone call he made after Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital-class rocket, successfully completed its historic mission. It was not to a colleague or government official, but to his father. On July 18, the Vikram-1 mission marked a breakthrough for India's private space sector after successfully reaching orbit. As the excitement of the successful mission began to settle, Chandana shared a deeply personal note about the milestone. "As everything slowly begins to sink in, and after finally getting some sleep last night, I wanted to share…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Range Rover has officially pulled the wraps off the Range Rover GT, confirming it as the fifth model in its lineup and the brand's first dedicated grand tourer. While the production car is still under wraps, the company has revealed its interior for the first time and confirmed that the GT will spearhead a new era for the marque as the first all-electric Range Rover based on the new EMA (Electrified Modular Architecture) platform. Unlike the existing Range Rover Electric, which is based on the MLA platform shared with combustion-engined models, the GT has been conceived around a dedicated EV architecture. Initially, it will be offered as a…

The Milky Way may have dramatically flipped upside down billions of years ago after a violent collision with another galaxy, according to new research that sheds light on one of the biggest mysteries surrounding our home galaxy. Astronomers from Durham University have found evidence suggesting that the Milky Way's flat spiral disc changed its orientation by more than 90 degrees following a massive head-on collision around 10 to 11 billion years ago. The findings were presented at the Royal Astronomical Society's National Astronomy Meeting in Birmingham. The discovery could explain why the Milky Way's vast stellar halo, a sparse cloud of ancient stars…

The Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to hear on Friday a plea by the Muslim side, which claimed that the alternate site identified by the Madhya Pradesh government for offering namaz was too far from the disputed Bhojshala complex in Dhar. A bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana asked Solicitor General Tushar Mehta to obtain instructions from the state government on whether an alternate prayer site could be provided adjacent to the disputed complex. Senior advocate Huzefa Ahmadi, appearing for the Muslim side, told the court that it had earlier directed the state to provide an open space near the Bhojshala site for…

During most times of the year, when you look up at a dark, clear night sky, the stars, planets, and perhaps the Moon shine brightly, along with if you’re lucky a view of the plane of the Milky Way. As far as objects moving through the sky go, you’re usually far more likely to see things artificial lights, like airplanes or satellites, than you are meteors. Across the entire sky, during most times of the year, you’re lucky if you can spot 2 or 3 meteor per hour: caused by random pieces of space debris, usually of cosmic (not human) origin, entering our atmosphere and combusting in a brilliant but brief flash of light. Even though collisions with…

“I believe that this nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this decade is out, of landing a man on the moon and returning him safely to the earth. U.S. President John F. Kennedy on May 25, 1961 Setting foot on the moon marked the fulfilment of a desire that had probably lasted ever since human beings set their eyes on Earth’s natural satellite. The success of the Apollo 11 mission in July 1969 – a little over five months before the end of the 1960s – also meant that Kennedy’s target was achieved. Here are snapshots from a week that saw Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin walk on the moon... Photo: NASA / REUTERS July 16, 1969: Lift-off…

MSME Minister Kondapalli Srinivas during a meeting with Union Civil Aviation Minister K. Rammohan Naidu in New Delhi on Tuesday. \| Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Seeking to strengthen women’s entrepreneurship in Andhra Pradesh, State MSME Minister Kondapalli Srinivas on Tuesday (July 21, 2026) urged the Centre to extend more financial and institutional support for self-help group (SHG) women under the Prime Minister Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises (PMFME) scheme. During a meeting with Union Ministry of Food Processing Industries Secretary Avinash Prakash Joshi and Joint Secretary Devesh Deval in New Delhi, the Minister proposed…

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Gardeners' World star David J.C. Austin dead aged 67: Owner of namesake rose brand loses battle with illness linked to Mad Cow Disease as Monty Don leads tributes By REBECCA DAVISON, DEPUTY HEAD OF SHOWBIZ Published: 06:04 EDT, 22 July 2026 \| Updated: 06:12 EDT, 22 July 2026 Gardeners' World star David J.C. Austin has died after being diagnosed with a neurological illness linked to Mad Cow's Disease. David, owner of David Austin Roses passed away at his Shropshire home aged 67, after battling Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease, (CJD). Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD) is a rare, degenerative brain disorder. Most sufferers die within a year of symptom onset,…

SynGenSys, a biotechnology company designing synthetic gene promoter systems to address critical bottlenecks in biopharma manufacturing and enhance cell and gene therapy development, today announced the expansion of its senior commercial and scientific teams with the appointments of several heads of departments. These roles have been created as part of the Company's continued growth, to support commercial scale-up and strengthen the alignment between customer needs, product development, scientific positioning, and external engagement. Appointments include: Dr Thilo Pohle, Head of Commercial Thilo will lead SynGenSys' commercial team, driving the…

Former Vice President Kamala Harris visits Las Vegas to headline a fireside chat with the Nevada State Democratic Party. Her appearance comes just weeks before early voting for Nevada's 2026 primary election is set to begin. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! FIRST ON FOX: Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo’s campaign estimates that Democratic rival Aaron Ford’s policy agenda would generate $18.1 billion in government and private-sector costs — burdening residents over four years — including nearly $8 billion in projected Nevada state spending — calculations Ford’s campaign sharply disputes. The Lombardo campaign report assigns estimated costs to 76…

Bill Hemmer reports on the FDA's continued investigation into the widespread cyclospora outbreak impacting 34 states and over 6,000 cases. Acting FDA Commissioner Kyle Diamantas confirms Taylor Farms lettuce from Central Mexico as the likely source, despite a false-positive lab sample. Diamantas emphasizes the epidemiological and traceback data guiding their probe and provides essential safety tips for consumers to prevent further infections. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! While federal investigators continue to search for the source of the ongoing cyclospora outbreak, many people may be wondering what they should order when dining out.…

The patient: A 6-year-old boy in the Netherlands The symptoms: The child was receiving a blood transfusion as a treatment for lymphoblastic leukemia, a type of blood cancer that originates in bone marrow, when he experienced a severe allergic reaction. His blood pressure dropped, and he developed a rash. Swelling appeared around his lips, tongue and eyelids, and he had difficulty breathing. This type of allergic response, known as anaphylaxis, can be life-threatening. What happened next: Doctors treated the patient with the hormone epinephrine (also called adrenaline), which quickly reduces tissue swelling caused by anaphylaxis while also raising…

Europeans can now receive a device that can partially restore their vision loss. Americans may not have to wait long to get it, either. Science Corporation announced Wednesday that European regulators had approved the commercial sale of the startup’s retinal implant that improves eyesight for patients with age-related macular degeneration in their central vision, enough to read books and road signs more clearly. “We have a cochlear implant for vision now,” said Science founder and CEO Max Hodak. STAT+ Exclusive Story Already have an account? Log in This article is exclusive to STAT+ subscribers Unlock this article — and get additional analysis of the…

SPECIALIST CARE IN NURSING HOMES As part of the broader effort moving healthcare beyond hospital walls, another initiative is to bring specialist geriatric care directly into nursing homes. "Seniors already account for about 40 per cent of (all) acute hospital admissions, and many of these are avoidable,” said Dr Sharen Lim, consultant in geriatric medicine at Woodlands Hospital. Furthermore, Dr Lim said that nursing home residents are admitted at a higher rate than the elderly population in the community, making it increasingly important to strengthen care within these homes. To reduce hospitalisation among frail elderly residents in nursing homes,…

Amnesty is being investigated after it blacklisted JK Rowling's women's refuge charity in a row over trans rights. Ms Rowling, who is best known for writing the Harry Potter book series, was said to be 'burning with fury' after Beira's Place was put on the banned list. The charity, founded by the author in 2022 to support victims of sexual violence, was named alongside nearly 200 organisations that the NGO has accused of moving the dial back on LGBT rights. But the Charity Commission has now confirmed it is questioning trustees at Amnesty UK in order to 'gather more information' as part of its 'compliance' case into the charity. Last week the British…

Looking to tie the knot? Marking biggest proposed change to wedding law in 200 years, reforms could allow couples in England and Wales to get legally married in a vast array of locations – rather than approved bricks and mortar venues. If the proposals are adopted following a consultation period due to end in September of this year, couples will be able to choose from any number of unique settings for their big day. Freed from what ministers have described as 'outdated' legal restrictions, forests, beaches and castles could all be possible spots to get hitched. The motion comes as the government seeks to drive the cost of weddings down which currently…

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SINGAPORE – Just clip the device onto a person’s hair, scan and in under a minute, it would be able to tell if this individual is positive for drugs. The result from the hair scanner is displayed on a laptop. About the size of a laptop mouse, it does not require hair to be cut. The scanner is one of the future technologies being assessed by the Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB), and was featured at the CNB Workplan Seminar 2026 at the Singapore Expo on July 22. The non-invasive device, currently being developed in-house by the Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX), aims to improve CNB’s operational efficiency by simplifying and reducing the drug…

India's latest COVID-19 uptick has followed a now-familiar script. A rise in cases in parts of Andhra Pradesh, clusters in Kolkata, and sporadic increases in a few other states have once again prompted questions over whether the virus is making a comeback. The short answer is no. What India is witnessing is not the beginning of another major wave but the expected behaviour of a virus that has become endemic – one that continues to circulate, evolve and exploit pockets of susceptible people. The important question, however, is why these increases keep appearing every few months instead of settling into a predictable seasonal cycle like influenza. The…

A special green corridor has been established for transporting a donor kidney and a liver from Kollam to Thiruvananthapuram in Kerala on Wednesday (July 22, 2026) afternoon. The green corridor has been created for seamless transportation of the retrieved organs of B. Ajith Kumar, a 53-year-old Kollam Corporation councillor and standing committee chairperson from Kureepuzha who had been admitted to Travancore Medical College Hospital, Kollam, following a stroke on Sunday morning. He was declared brain dead early Wednesday morning while still under treatment. Following his death, Ajith Kumar’s family members, including brother Suresh Kumar B., agreed to…

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Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Joan Collins has credited her youthful looks to only eating a 'quarter of what she had when she was 25,' after stunning fans with her age-defying appearance in new holiday snaps. The actress, 93, proudly showcases her ageless looks, which have endured five decades after she first found fame as a Hollywood star. On Tuesday, Joan shared an insight into her holiday in St Tropez in snaps she shared on Instagram, as she hit the pool alongside Bond girl Alison Papworth. And throughout her career, the star has offered a glimpse at the regime that's helped to maintain her famous looks, and she's insisted it has nothing to do with Botox or any other plastic…

क्या आपके आसपास भी कोई ऐसा इंसान है जो हर छोटी-छोटी बात पर आपको टोक देता है? आपने कोई शब्द गलत बोल दिया, किसी तारीख में गलती हो गई या कोई छोटी सी जानकारी गलत बता दी, तो वह तुरंत बीच में बोल पड़ता है- नहीं, ऐसा नहीं... सही बात ये है. ऐसे लोग कई बार दूसरों को परेशान या घमंडी लगते हैं. लेकिन साइकोलॉजी के अनुसार, हर बार ऐसा नहीं होता. हर वक्त दूसरों को सुधारने की आदत के पीछे कई अलग-अलग मानसिक और व्यावहारिक कारण हो सकते हैं. यानी जो व्यक्ति आपको बार-बार टोक रहा है, जरूरी नहीं कि उसका मकसद आपको नीचा दिखाना ही हो. और पढ़ें हमेशा सही जानकारी देने की आदत साइकोलॉजिस्ट वंदना शर्मा कहती हैं कि कुछ लोगों का दिमाग तथ्यों और सही जानकारी पर बहुत ज्यादा ध्यान देता है.…

July 22, 2026 — 7:30pm Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. AAA For me, the 70 finalists of the 2026 Young Archie competition on display at the Art Gallery of NSW are the sleeper success of this year’s exhibitions so far – for the overwhelming message of love in the accompanying texts. So many of them are portraits of some of the most important people in the entrants’ lives. Young Archie 2026 finalist, 5–8 years, Caden Bi, “Forever her little one”, oil pastel and pastel on paper. Art Gallery of New South Wales And so, I thought, it would be absolutely fascinating to see who was…

Man jailed for 15 months over threats to Groningen butchers July 22, 2026 Photo: Depositphotos.com See more DutchNews articles in your Google search results See more DutchNews articles in your Google search results Add as a favourite source on Google Add DutchNews as a favourite source on Google A Groningen court has sentenced a 23-year-old man to 15 months in prison for sending death threats to butchers in the province and neighbouring Drenthe. Prosecutors requested a four-year sentence, saying he had a terrorist motive. But the court ruled there was insufficient evidence for such a charge, saying instead he acted out of radical environmental and…

Cybersecurity risks in water infrastructure have consequences that reach far beyond systems and networks. Across the sector, the systems responsible for treatment and distribution are becoming more connected. Pumps, sensors and control environments that once operated in isolation are now linked to wider networks, often in the name of efficiency or modernization. The problem is that these systems were never built with continuous exposure to cyber threats in mind and connecting them has introduced new attack surfaces that are difficult to maintain visibility of and control. Latest Videos From Michael Vallas Social Links Navigation Global Technical…

कुछ दिन पहले तक विजेता दहिया को बहुत कम लोग जानते थे, लेकिन अब उनका नाम सोशल मीडिया पर लगातार ट्रेंड कर रहा है. इसकी वजह कोई बड़ा राजनीतिक बयान नहीं, बल्कि एक वायरल बर्गर वीडियो है. वीडियो में वह दिल्ली में CJP (कॉकरोच जनता पार्टी) के 'चलो संसद' प्रदर्शन के दौरान बर्गर किंग आउटलेट में खाना खाते नजर आए. प्रदर्शन और पुलिस कार्रवाई की खबरों के बीच सामने आए इस वीडियो ने सोशल मीडिया पर बहस छेड़ दी. और पढ़ें राजनीति, रिसर्च और फिल्ममेकिंग से जुड़ा रहा है करियर विवाद से पहले विजेता दहिया की पहचान एक पॉलिटिकल रिसर्चर, लेखक और फिल्ममेकर के रूप में थी. वह लंबे समय से राजनीति और जनसरोकारों से जुड़े विषयों पर काम कर रहे थे. कंटेंट क्रिएशन और सार्वजनिक मुद्दों पर…

SOFTWARE Redmond's reaper cometh: October 2026 set to bury a graveyard of Microsoft products Office LTSC 2021, Windows Server 2022, Publisher, and Entra ID risk policies all facing the chop within weeks of each other October 2026 is shaping up to be a busy month for administrators as it heralds the end of several big products, along with the retirement of components that could mean sleepless nights for the ill-prepared. After the demise of Windows 10 in October 2025, sysadmins might have hoped for some respite from Microsoft's ax, but 2026 will see the demise of more beasts. First, there's the end of support for Office LTSC 2021, which means…

राजधानी दिल्ली में CJP और छात्र संगठनों के हिंसक प्रदर्शन के बाद दिल्ली पुलिस ने उपद्रवियों और हिंसा के मास्टमाइंड्स पर शिकंजा कसने के लिए बड़ा एक्शन प्लान तैयार किया है. दिल्ली पुलिस अब यह पता लगाने में जुटी है कि इस हिंसा में आखिरकार कौन-कौन शामिल था. और पढ़ें इसके लिए पुलिस एडवांस्ड फेशियल रिकग्निशन सिस्टम (FRS) और आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजेंस आधारित फॉरेंसिक टूल्स का सहारा ले रही है. पुलिस ने राष्ट्रीय राजधानी के 5 प्रमुख थानों में कानून-व्यवस्था से जुड़ी विभिन्न हिंसक घटनाओं को लेकर अब तक कुल 10 एफआईआर (FIRs) दर्ज की हैं- - संसद मार्ग थाना – 4 FIR - सीपी थाना – 3 FIR - मंदिर मार्ग थाना – 1 FIR - बाराखंभा रोड थाना – 1 FIR - कर्तव्य पथ थाना – 1 FIR पुलिस…

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the ‘kafir’ screenshot controversy in Kerala has named Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) leader Ribesh Ramakrishnan as an accused in the case. The SIT recently submitted a comprehensive report detailing the new charges before the Vadakara Judicial First Class Magistrate Court. Mr. Ramakrishnan had earlier secured anticipatory bail from the Kozhikode District and Sessions Court. Police sources said a notice would be issued soon directing him to appear for interrogation. Further legal action would be taken in compliance with the court’s anticipatory bail order, they said. According to the SIT,…

Data leaks and corporate breaches have become routine. In many cases, stolen credentials, databases, or attack tools eventually appear on the dark web, where they are traded and reused in future attacks. Andrey Leskin Social Links Navigation This raises a question for businesses: if stolen corporate data ends up on the dark web, does it make sense to engage with this environment directly — by buying information, paying for services, or negotiating with attackers? The short answer is no. Latest Videos From Not because the dark web doesn’t matter — quite the opposite: it is a core part of today’s cybercriminal infrastructure. The problem is that doing…

Listen to this article Estimated 1 minute The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. West Kelowna Mounties have issued an Amber Alert for a four-year-old boy. They say Ryan Atlas Andrews was last seen on Ridge Boulevard in West Kelowna at 11:20 a.m. PT Tuesday. He is described as three feet tall, 51 pounds, with short brown hair and hazel eyes. RCMP say the boy is believed to be with the 40-year-old suspect, Alisse Andrews. She is described as five feet, four inches tall, 121 pounds, with dark brown hair and brown…

Starting Wednesday, July 22, the police in Braunau am Inn, Austria, have new headquarters. The local police station and district police command have moved into Salzburger Vorstadt 15. The address would attract little attention — had Adolf Hitler not been born there in April 1889. Hitler, the self-declared "Führer" of the German Reich who started World War II, which claimed tens of millions of lives across Europe and beyond. Hitler also bore primary responsibility for the Holocaust, the systematic murder of approximately six million Jews. Adolf Hitler as a baby: A 1889 card announcing his birthImage: picture-alliance / akg-images The house didn't…

SINGAPORE –New air traffic controller recruits will receive a $20,000 sign-on bonus as part of a hiring drive to support growing air travel demand and prepare for the opening of Changi Airport Terminal 5. An undergraduate scholarship has also been introduced to woo young controllers, and a management associate programme and an air traffic control specialisation with a local university will be rolled out to attract more Singaporeans to the profession. The Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) plans to increase its workforce of air traffic controllers by about 40 per cent, from around 500 today to about 700 by the mid-2030s. The recruitment drive…

Across the UK, cybersecurity incidents have become a familiar feature of the business landscape. Disruptions affecting manufacturing and logistics over the past year have underlined how exposed organizations can be when physical operations are connected and digitalized. Despite this growing awareness, boardroom conversations on cyber risk still tend to center on corporate IT and not operational technology (OT). Latest Videos From Louise Bulman Social Links Navigation Vice President International at Dragos. That focus leaves a significant gap. Operational technology, the systems that run factories, manage supply chains and underpin essential services,…

Photo of K9 dog Peaches who detected shabu concealed inside a wrapped box for a consignee at the Basco port in Basco, Batanes on July 19. (Courtesy of the Coast Guard District North Eastern Luzon) TUGUEGARAO CITY- A dog named “Peaches” helped uncover a substance believed to be shabu (methamphetamine hydrochloride) in a July 19 drug operation at the Basco port in Barangay Kaychanarianan in Batanes. This was stated by the Coast Guard District North Eastern Luzon (CGDNELZN) in a July 20 statement. The Coast Guard stationed in Batanes and its K9 team arrested the consignee, whose name had not been released to the public. Article continues after this…

Former Deputy National Security Advisor Steve Yates and Kurt ‘CyberGuy’ Knutsson discuss a New York school’s plans to introduce the first humanoid robot in a classroom and the state of the U.S.-China AI race on ‘Fox \& Friends.’ NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! An enormous vessel taking shape near Guangzhou, China, appears designed to refuel, rearm and resupply Chinese carrier groups far from home. At roughly 885 feet long, it could become the world’s largest dedicated naval replenishment ship. Every Army officer learns the same lesson: weapons attract attention, but logistics decides who can stay in the fight. The ship does not prove that…

PUNE, India , July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ZentrumHub, the AI-powered travel technology company connecting travel businesses to 100+ hotel suppliers and 10M+ properties through a single hotel API, has entered a strategic connectivity partnership with RateGain, a global leader in AI-powered SaaS solutions for travel and hospitality. The partnership, announced in June 2026, is set to simplify hotel distribution and reduce integration complexity across the global travel ecosystem. The collaboration brings ZentrumHub's connectivity infrastructure together with RateGain's Smart Distribution platform. With 13,000+ customers and 700+ partners across 160+…

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SINGAPORE: To meet rising demand for air travel and prepare for the opening of Changi Airport Terminal 5, the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) will expand its air traffic control workforce by about 40 per cent over the next decade. CAAS said on Wednesday (Jul 22) that it aims to grow its pool of air traffic controllers from about 500 currently to around 700 by the mid-2030s, as part of a wider S$4 billion (US$3.1 billion) upgrade to Singapore's air navigation services over the next 15 years. To attract more Singaporeans into the profession, CAAS also announced a S$20,000 sign-on bonus for all new air traffic control officer recruits. The…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Australia’s largest energy retailer has told the ASX that some customer information may have been accessed without authorisation, though it says card and bank details appear untouched. Origin Energy, Australia’s largest electricity and gas retailer, told the Australian Securities Exchange on 22 July that it is investigating potential unauthorised access to some of its customers’ data. The company said it does not believe the affected information includes credit card or bank details, though it stopped short of saying how many people had been caught up in the incident. The disclosure arrives in a year already thick with corporate intrusions, from a…

Scrutiny surrounding Network School intensified after allegations surfaced that Israeli nationals were among its participants and had entered Malaysia using passports issued by other countries. Malaysia does not have diplomatic relations with Israel and bars Israeli passport holders from entering the country. Authorities have said they have not uncovered any travel document offences thus far. Last Saturday, Balaji said the Network School would enter a “remedial period” to address issues raised by authorities while continuing operations in Johor. However, Johor authorities later said they found that the organisation had breached licensing conditions…

SAVE $20: As of July 22, the Ninja Hot \& Iced coffee machine is on sale for $139.99 at Amazon. That's a 13% discount on the list price. $139.99 at Amazon $159.99 Save $20 If you’re tired of spending money on takeaway coffees, a machine that can handle both hot and iced drinks is a smart upgrade. The Ninja Hot \& Iced coffee machine lets you make café-style drinks at home, and it’s currently on sale at Amazon. As of July 22, it's now down to $139.99 for the larger, 12-cup machine. It offers four brew styles, including Classic, Rich, Over Ice, and Cold Brew, allowing you to customize your coffee. Its Over Ice setting is designed to create iced coffee…

Cross River State Police Command has arrested a 39-year-old man, Udeme Emmanuel Ekpeme, for allegedly impersonating a medical doctor and defrauding a woman of N500,000 with a promise to secure employment for her children at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital. The command’s spokesperson, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, disclosed the arrest in a statement issued on Tuesday in Calabar. According to the police, Ekpeme was apprehended by officers attached to the Uwanse Division in Calabar South Local Government Area following a petition submitted by Mrs Edemawan Samuel. Samuel reportedly accused the suspect of presenting himself as a medical doctor and…

Days before SJSU decided to sue the federal government to challenge a federal Title IX investigation over its volleyball scandal, trans activists held a meeting where they berated administrators and demanded the school defy the Trump admin. EXCLUSIVE: Since the start of 2026, San Jose State University (SJSU) has had a donor ask to be removed from a key list in protest, a parade of pro-trans activists shout demands at administrators in an organized meeting, and assault allegations surface against its head volleyball coach. Fox News Digital has obtained exclusive video and documents from independent verified sources, and emails via a public records…

CEBU CITY, Philippines — A little-known group of young Cebuano basketball players is preparing to compete on the international stage, shining a spotlight on what could be one of Cebu’s most significant grassroots basketball development initiatives in recent years. The Cebu Elite All-Stars, representing both Cebu and the Philippines, departed for Hong Kong to compete […]...Keep on reading: EASL Future Champions Tournament: How the Cebu Elite All-Stars was formed

MANILA, Philippines–Simon Enciso is among the growing number of PBA personalities who have embraced card collecting as both a hobby and a business venture. The TNT guard said he started collecting after the pandemic, with basketball, football and Pokemon cards as among those he continues to chase. READ: PBA: Vision blurred, Simon Enciso keeps clear sight of title “It’s been popping off,” Enciso said. “It’s a very lucrative business. But I have fun.” Among Enciso’s personal collections are high-end Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant cards and Lamine Yamal, whose cards may rise in value after Spain’s victory in the Fifa […]...Keep on reading: PBA: Simon…

SINGAPORE: Visitors going to this year's Istana Open House on National Day may, for the first time, round off their time there with an outdoor evening concert on the lawns. The Istana, the official residence and principal workplace of the President of Singapore, will welcome visitors from 9.30am to 8pm on July 26, a Sunday. The evening performances will run from 5pm to 7.30pm, with the last entry at 6.45pm. Visitors are encouraged to take along their own mats or field chairs to take in the live performances by Singapore artistes, the President's Office said in a media release on Wednesday (Jul 22). Taking the stage are singers Amsden Huang and Shazza,…

Washington State’s request to block the prediction market, Kalshi, has been granted by a King County Superior Court Judge due to the platform potentially breaking state gambling laws. Kalshi rose to prominence as a prediction market platform that allows users to bet on the outcome of a wide variety of outcomes like sports events, elections and even what people will say during public appearances. It was famously more accurate than pollsters in predicting Donald Trump’s 2024 election victory over Kamala Harris. There is currently an ongoing feud between state and federal government over who has jurisdiction to oversee these prediction platforms with the…

Hasbro, parent company of Baldur's Gate IP holders Wizards of the Coast and backer of Exodus developers Archetype Entertainment, have announced a $56 million impairment as part of their latest financial results. This recording of assets decreasing in value compared to their theoretical worth is tied to the company having cancelled "several games scheduled for release in 2028 and beyond". That leaves Hasbro's games lineup thinner going forwards, but with releases targeting 2027, like Exodus and Warlock: Dungeons \& Dragons, still on the way. According to Kotaku, while Hasbro didn't specify exactly which cancellations make up the impairment, one is…

The Duskbloods' first playtest - which will likely mark the first time anyone outside FromSoftware and Nintendo has played the Switch 2 exclusive - is coming next month, yet Google's AI search believes the subreddit r/TheDuskbloods already has official information. As spotted and explained by Ian Walker at Video Game Town, the elaborate jokes and shitposts have been going for a while, probably the product of waiting too long for a game without crumbs of new information - a feeling the GTA 6 crowd knows all too well. The main difference here, though, is that the diehard FromSoftware fans are a traditionally goofy bunch. The Duskbloods - Official Closed…

Serial dine-and-dasher who downed nine pints, three double vodkas and fish and chips and claimed his friend would pay £95.80 bill is sent to jail By DAVID OLASEINDE Published: 03:12 EDT, 22 July 2026 \| Updated: 05:31 EDT, 22 July 2026 A serial dine-and-dasher has been jailed after consuming nearly £100 worth of food and alcohol at a pub without paying. The most recent incident occurred when Anthony Lamont went to The Charles Dickens in Broadstairs on July 16 and ordered a meal and drinks for himself. When the bill arrived, he told staff he had no way to foot the bill, but had texted a girlfriend to come and cover the cost for him. Waiters doubted his…

Steam hit Palworld looks likely to crossover with Fortnite in the future, while Pokémon seemingly remains off the table. Back in January, Pocketpair head of publishing and communications John "Bucky" Buckley openly suggested a crossover with Fortnite via a post on social media, hoping to catch the attention of Epic Games. "If you ever want to put Palworld in Fortnite just reach out hehe 😇," Bucky wrote — and it seems like Epic Games might have taken interest. This week, Epic Games was spotted adding Palworld to Fortnite's in-game survey, which sometimes asks players to rate aspects of the game, or share details of other games they had played recently.…

SINGAPORE - The Istana will open its grounds to the public on July 26 from 9.30am to 8pm in celebration of National Day on Aug 9, with an evening outdoor concert to be held for the first time at the open house. The open-air concert will feature performances by local artistes and bands Amsden Huang, Shazza, Fourteen Aces and Soft Boiled Eggs from Project #JalanJalan, the President’s Office said in a statement on July 22. The public can bring their own mats or chairs to enjoy the performances on the lawns, with last entry at 6.45pm. Visitors can also look forward to sport, heritage and community activities for all ages and abilities, as well as cultural…

The biggest individual prize ever claimed in Lotto was $44.06 million won in Auckland a decade ago. Previous winners One Auckland player became an overnight millionaire after winning the sole $1 million Lotto First Division prize in last Saturday night’s live draw. The winning ticket was bought on MyLotto. Lotto said 17 players also won $27,913 each with Lotto Second Division. Three of those winners also picked up Powerball Second Division, taking their total winnings to $39,190. The Second Division winning tickets were sold in Riverhead, Auckland, Paeroa, Waihī Beach, Hāwera, Hawke’s Bay, Christchurch, Westport and elsewhere on the West Coast,…

Crypto casino billionaire’s father’s mansion in ‘suspicious’ fire Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. AAA A luxury beachside trophy home owned by the father of Australia’s youngest billionaire caught fire just weeks after a local council approved a $30 million renovation of the property. The $16 million, 15-bedroom, 15-bathroom estate owned by Jamie Craven, a convicted fraudster and father of crypto casino kingpin Ed Craven, went up in flames on Tuesday night, with police treating the incident as “suspicious”. The Sapphire Beach trophy home owned by Jamie Craven caught fire on…

With a little under one month left until the launch of Soulslike Mortal Shell 2, one of the game's physical versions can no longer be pre-ordered. Stock of the £55 ($70) PlayStation 5 Revered Edition is completely depleted, publisher Playstack announced. Making matters worse, the Revered Edition is exclusive to PS5. In fact, Sony's platform is the only way to get a physical copy of Mortal Shell 2 at all, which is quite ironic given that it's Sony who's eager to get rid of discs entirely. "Demand for the PS5 physical Revered Edition of Mortal Shell 2 has exceeded expectations and unfortunately supply across a number of retailers has now been fully…

Accessibility bugs are easy to treat as small frontend mistakes. A form field is missing a label. A button does not have a clear name. A modal opens, but keyboard focus stays behind it. A dropdown works perfectly with a mouse but becomes frustrating with a keyboard. An error message appears visually, but a screen reader user never hears it. When issues like these show up, the usual response is straightforward: create a ticket, fix the screen, run another check, and move on. That works for a single issue. But when the same accessibility problems keep appearing across different parts of a product, they are usually not just isolated bugs. They are…

Another senior Xbox executive has left the company. Jared Palmer has quit Xbox just two months after being appointed vice president of engineering and a technical adviser to chief executive Asha Sharma. He has joined artificial intelligence startup Cognition, where he will lead the company's engineering organisation. Palmer's departure follows a series of high-profile leadership changes at Xbox. Long-time Microsoft Gaming chief Phil Spencer retired in February 2026 after 38 years at Microsoft, while Xbox President Sarah Bond also left during the same leadership reshuffle. Palmer announced his exit in a post on X, writing: "Personal update: I've joined…

Pauline Hanson has described domestic violence as “wrong” but a “two-way street”, and that women being abused should not put up with it, drawing condemnation from advocates who have accused the One Nation leader of victim-blaming. On Wednesday, Hanson told radio station 4BC domestic violence in Australia was a scourge but that society was under “so much pressure”, when asked to call out the issue. “It is wrong but it’s also a two-way street. I’m not saying that it’s just men, women can lose their cool as well. Society is under so much pressure … Everyone is under so much pressure and it’s really hard,” Hanson said. “Domestic violence is a scourge but…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

The QS Best Student Cities 2027 rankings are out, and this year, four Indian cities have secured places among the world's top 150 student destinations. The annual index, compiled by global higher education analyst QS Quacquarelli Symonds, evaluates 150 cities across six indicators: university rankings, employer activity, affordability, desirability, student mix, and student view, offering a comprehensive picture of the world's best places to study. This year, Delhi has been recognised as the world's most affordable city for students, while Mumbai has emerged as India's highest-ranked student city, underlining the country's growing appeal as a higher…

Rebel Wilson has been cleared of accusations that she defamed a young Australian actress, a Sydney court has found. Charlotte MacInnes, who starred in Wilson's film The Deb, sued the Bridesmaids and Pitch Perfect actress for allegedly harming her reputation in Instagram posts in 2024 and 2025. In the posts, Wilson accused MacInnes of retracting her complaint of sexual harassment against a film producer so she could further her career - a claim MacInnes denied. In court on Wednesday, Justice Elizabeth Raper dismissed the case, saying the imputation that MacInnes had changed her story about the incident was not defamatory. The judge ordered MacInnes to…

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - MARCH 10: An aerial photo taken with a drone shows a group of white tents, constructed in a parking lot at the United Center, home to the Chicago Bulls and Blackhawks, serving as a mass COVID-19 vaccination center on March 10, 2021 in Chicago, Illinois. The site, which opened at full capacity today, expects to vaccinate 6,000 residents-per-day. (Photo by Scott Olson/Getty Images) Getty Images The WNBA will host its 2026 All-Star Weekend on July 24-25 in Chicago. While the main events will take place at Wintrust Arena and United Center, fans can expect plenty of festivities throughout the city. Wintrust Arena will host the State…

OpenAI said on Tuesday it lost control of two AI systems during a security test, which went rogue and hacked into the online start-up Hugging Face. The ChatGPT-maker said its agents - AI bots which can operate alone after some human instruction – were being tested in a controlled environment, but found vulnerabilities and managed to escape. They targeted Hugging Face, one of the world's largest hubs for sharing AI models, gaining access to some internal company systems. OpenAI said the incident was "unprecedented", external, and it was working with Hugging Face to investigate what happened and strengthen safeguards. Gina Neff, head of the Minderoo…

As engineering admissions gather pace across the country, many students are comparing the long-established BTech in Civil Engineering with the newer BTech in Civil and Infrastructure Engineering. While both programmes are rooted in the same engineering fundamentals, they differ in their academic focus and the kinds of infrastructure challenges they prepare students to solve. With India investing heavily in highways, metro rail, airports, smart cities and sustainable urban development, both courses can lead to rewarding careers. Here's a closer look at how they compare. | Parameter | BTech in Civil Engineering | BTech in Civil and Infrastructure…

Increasingly convinced that they hadn’t defamed anyone, the Bark staffers weighed their options. After school, Mueller, Schneider, Bishop, and another Bark editor sat down on the blue couches in their newsroom for a grueling four-hour debate. Painstakingly, they double-checked every single word on Mueller’s slide, verifying it against the federal documents. They were on the verge of deciding to leave the Instagram post alone. But after Schneider headed out for the evening, the students kept second-guessing themselves. They ended up deciding to temporarily archive Mueller’s most controversial slide until they could meet with school officials in person.…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Four open source projects dominate LLM fine-tuning today. Unsloth, Axolotl, TRL, and LLaMA-Factory all wrap the same underlying PyTorch and Hugging Face stack. They diverge on where they spend engineering effort. Unsloth rewrites kernels. Axolotl composes parallelism strategies. TRL defines the trainer APIs the others build on. LLaMA-Factory optimizes for breadth of model coverage and zero-code operation. This comparison covers three axes engineers actually hit: training throughput, peak VRAM, and multi-GPU scaling. Understand each framework TRL is the reference implementation layer. It ships SFTTrainer, DPOTrainer, GRPOTrainer, KTOTrainer,…

A few minutes in traffic were apparently too valuable to waste. A man was filmed pulling out his laptop and getting back to work while sitting on a motorcycle, leaving social media users stunned. The video circulating on X has left users questioning just how far the demands of modern work have begun to spill into everyday life. The clip shows a man seated on the back of a motorcycle stuck in slow-moving traffic. At first, it appears to be an ordinary traffic jam. Seconds later, however, the passenger unzips his backpack, pulls out a laptop and begins working while waiting for vehicles to move. Although it is unclear what he was working on, viewers…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

A man waiting at an airport boarding gate questioned why so many passengers rush to stand in long queues even before boarding begins, saying the habit reflects a deeper sense of anxiety rather than necessity. The video was shared by Instagram user Shresth Ojha, who recorded his observations while waiting to board his flight. In the clip, Ojha panned the camera towards a long queue of passengers already lined up at the boarding gate before turning it towards himself. Looking at the crowd, he wondered why so many people felt the need to stand in line when boarding had not even been announced. "Just have a look at this queue. What are Indians so afraid…

The observability tax Every team eventually asks the same question: "Why is the checkout page slow — and is it the database, the cache, or that payment API?" The usual answers come with a tax attached. SaaS APM agents (Datadog, New Relic) are excellent — and priced per host, per month, forever, while your traffic data flows to someone else's cloud. Homegrown solutions — logging microtime() into files, pushing counters to Redis — add code, add latency, and tend to die of neglect. There's a third option that has quietly worked on high-load PHP farms since 2009: the Pinba extension. It's a PHP extension written in C that hooks the request lifecycle,…

Ujjivan Small Finance Bank (Ujjivan SFB), one of India’s leading small finance banks, today announced that it has secured the 8th position among Top 100 India’s Best Companies to Work For 2026, marking a significant leap from its previous ranking and reinforcing its position as one of the country’s most admired workplaces. In addition to this achievement, Ujjivan SFB has also been recognized among the Top 25 in India’s Best Workplaces in BFSI 2026 and the Top 10 in India’s Best Workplaces in Health \& Wellness 2026, reflecting the Bank’s commitment to building an environment where people can grow, thrive, and perform at their best. For Ujjivan SFB,…

Gen Z are among those least likely to understand corporate jargon, report claims Younger workers are struggling to fit in, in a remote work world Leaders should prioritize inclusion, not fancy jargon New research has claimed younger workers are feeling increasingly disconnected from their workplaces, with the average Gen Z worker understanding just 5.3 out of 24 common workplace phrases. More broadly, the average worker of any age identified seven out of 24, with around half (48.8%) understanding five or fewer, revealing a shift in how workplaces communicate, the report from CareerMinds found. This comes amid ongoing transformations, with AI…

I lint-scanned 36 popular MCP servers. A third of them are failing your agent. 2026-07-21AgentsMCPEngineering Your MCP server can be 100% spec-compliant and still be unusable by an agent. The Model Context Protocol spec tells you how to transport tools: JSON-RPC framing, capability negotiation, schema shapes. It says nothing about whether a model can actually use what you serve — whether it picks the right tool out of your catalog, fills the arguments correctly, or burns 8k tokens parsing your schemas on every single request. I integrate first- and third-party MCP connectors into a production AI agent for a living, and I kept seeing the same failure:…

“First make the change easy, then make the easy change.” - paraphrased from Kent Beck You're working on a new feature, but the existing code wasn't written with future changes in mind. Trying to force the feature in directly gets complicated fast. One change leads to another, and before you know it you're already a few files deep fixing things you never planned to touch. Prefactoring (short for "preparatory refactoring") is the practice of reworking existing code to make it more suitable for an upcoming change before you actually implement the new functionality. Instead of cleaning up code as an afterthought or trying to force a new feature into an…

Design systems operate under one of the following governance models: centralised, federated, or hybrid. All approaches have different benefits and drawbacks, swaying the decision-making scales depending on organisational priorities, maturity, size, and resourcing. Not all decisions are made the same, as one of these models stands to upend what design system teams care about most: cohesion, consistency, and a high bar for excellence. Yes, I’m talking about federated design systems. A federated system (also known as decentralised) operates with no centralised ownership. Instead, it relies on feature teams maintaining it, most often as a side-track to…

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Wirtschaftsministerin Katherina Reiche (CDU) präsentiert ihre neue Start-up-Strategie, um mehr privates Wagniskapital für junge Unternehmen zu mobilisieren. Larissa Kögl von POLITICO „Technologie \& KI am Morgen“ analysiert die Pläne, die unter anderem erleichterte Kündigungen für Top-Verdiener und direkte Staatsinvestitionen in Rüstungs-Start-ups vorsehen. Im 200-Sekunden-Interview bewertet der Digitalpolitiker Daniel Bettermann (SPD) die Start-up-Pläne seiner Koalitionskollegin. Er lobt den neuen Fokus auf kapitalintensive Scale-ups und technologische Souveränität im Verteidigungsbereich. Die im Koalitionsvertrag geplante 24-Stunden-Gründung sei…

If you like playing daily word games like Wordle, then Hurdle is a great game to add to your routine. There are five rounds to the game. The first round sees you trying to guess the word, with correct, misplaced, and incorrect letters shown in each guess. If you guess the correct answer, it'll take you to the next hurdle, providing the answer to the last hurdle as your first guess. This can give you several clues or none, depending on the words. For the final hurdle, every correct answer from previous hurdles is shown, with correct and misplaced letters clearly shown. An important note is that the number of times a letter is highlighted from previous…

MOSCOW, July 22. /TASS/. The Board of Directors of the Bank of Russia is most likely to keep the key interest rate unchanged at 14.25% per annum at its July 24 meeting, according to 18 of the 22 market participants surveyed by TASS. Three respondents said the regulator could either leave the rate unchanged or lower it to 14%, while only one viewed a 25-basis-point cut as the baseline scenario. Experts noted that the room for further monetary easing has narrowed due to accelerating inflation driven by rising fuel prices, higher inflation expectations, a looser fiscal policy, and money supply dynamics. At the same time, slowing core inflation and signs…

What does Artificial Intelligence think about Spain's property market and is it predicting prices will decrease? From Gemini to ChatGPT, the world's most popular AI models seem incapable of agreeing on what awaits homebuyers. It’s no secret that there’s been a housing crisis in Spain over the past few years, with property prices skyrocketing and many people unable to get onto the property ladder. The big question on everyone’s lips is when - and if - Spanish property prices will begin to decrease. According to local Spanish media, the real estate market is beginning to show the first signs that the strong upward cycle may be losing momentum. Although…

Inflation soared in 2022 because oil and gas were in greater demand after the Covid pandemic, and energy prices surged again when Russia invaded Ukraine. Before the war in the Middle East broke out, UK inflation had been expected to be at or around the target level of 2% over the next five years, according to the official forecasts published in March 2026. But in April, the Bank of England warned that disruption to global energy markets could push UK inflation as high as 6% in the worst-case scenario. When the latest ceasefire took effect, analysts said it could limit further inflation hikes. Oil prices initially fell sharply after the deal was…

The latest installment of the takeover series brings together the chefs behind Toyo Eatery and Inatô for a menu honoring their mothers...Keep on reading: Toyo Eatery and Inatô chefs take over Po & Pilar

Our grandparents didn't get divorced anywhere near as much as we do: divorce rates were low in the 1950s and 60s. But was that because they were happier – or they had no choice? After all, women couldn't get mortgages without a husband's signature, contraception was patchy and the 'shame' of a failed marriage would follow you for life. And yet...I've talked to enough couples who've been married 40, 50 and 60 years to know they've learned a lot about relationships along the way. Couples aren't staying together out of fear or convention anymore but something in the old rulebook is still working for them. Here's the old advice I think stands up, what…

A group of Democratic senators is accusing the Social Security Administration of using a July email to distribute "misleading information" and "a partisan, politicized message," saying it threatens the agency's credibility as an independent agency. The email, titled "Making Life More Affordable for America's Seniors," was sent on July 2 by Social Security Commissioner Frank Bisignano. The message was meant to highlight the agency's efforts to improve Social Security's customer service, while also touting the impact of the Republicans' One Big Beautiful Bill Act, or OBBBA, on retirees' taxes. "Thanks to President Trump, over 35 million American seniors…

More than 43,000 people were booked into immigration detention in June, the highest monthly total since President Trump returned to office, newly released Immigration and Customs Enforcement data shows. The uptick follows increased pressure from the White House on ICE to increase arrests, with agents being instructed to target 2,000 arrests per day, sources inside ICE previously told CBS News. June's arrest total averages out to 1,438 arrests per day, and data for the first 11 days of July averages to 1,593 arrests per day. A DHS spokesperson said ICE does not have arrest quotas. ICE arrests have continued without the large-scale, highly publicized…

MOSCOW, July 22. /TASS/. Houthi threats against Saudi shipping are raising concerns over a new front in the Middle East conflict and risks to global energy supplies; UN divisions are hindering efforts to respond to the escalating Middle East conflict and shipping disruptions; and Japan is considering revising its Three Non-Nuclear Principles, drawing criticism from Russia and China. These stories topped Wednesday’s newspaper headlines across Russia. Saudi Arabia-led Arab Coalition forces (which also include Bahrain, Kuwait, Jordan, and Senegal) have threatened to use force against the Iran-backed Houthi movement in Yemen if it begins attacking…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

An Indian techie working in Canada shared why he believes many Indians choose to stay abroad, saying the biggest factor is not better amenities but the work-life balance they experience there. Rohit Gupta, an Indian IT professional who has been living in Canada for seven years, shared the video on his Instagram account where he discussed what he believes keeps many Indians from moving back to India. In the video, Gupta said that people often assume factors such as better food, drinking water, civic sense and overall infrastructure are the main reasons Indians prefer staying abroad. However, he felt the bigger difference lies in workplace culture and…

Cheong Seang-hoi, CEO and president of Koramco REITs Management and Trust / Courtesy of Koramco REITs Management and Trust Asset managers’ ability to source, structure and manage investments has become increasingly critical amid high interest rates and a prolonged property market correction, which have heightened uncertainty across Korea’s real estate investment industry. Cheong Seang-hoi, CEO and president of Koramco REITs Management and Trust, described the current market environment not simply as a downturn, but as a proving ground for asset managers. In a recent interview with The Korea Times, he said Koramco views the ongoing market correction as…

Google unveiled The Bakery, its newest building in Dublin’s Docklands, which is set to welcome Google employees from late 2027. Google President and chief investment officer Ruth Porat joined Minister Peter Burke to open the historic building, marking the latest chapter in Google’s enduring and deep-rooted commitment to Ireland. The announcement comes as an Implement Consulting Group report estimates Google’s economic contribution in Ireland at more than €10 billion in 2025 alone. The Bakery, located on Grand Canal Street in Dublin at the site of the original 1874 City of Dublin Bakery founded by Patrick Boland, will add 325,000 square feet to its…

University in 2027: see how much your degree will cost Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. AAA The contentious Job-ready Graduates funding means a “significant minority” of arts graduates may never repay their student debt, a leading university analyst has warned, as the cost of Australian degrees rises 3.5 per cent from last year. The federal government has released university course costings for 2027, with law, accounting, business, economics, communications, history, philosophy, political science and anthropology all costing an eye-watering $18,025 a year. Over the course of a…

Traders work on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on July 21, 2026 in New York City. Spencer Platt \| Getty Images Stock futures fell early Wednesday as investors looked ahead to another busy day of corporate earnings, with several major technology and industrial companies set to report. Futures tied to the Dow Jones Industrial Average dipped 24 points, or less than 0.1%. S\&P 500 futures and Nasdaq-100 futures were down 0.3% and 0.7%, respectively. Earnings take center stage again on Wednesday, with reports due from ServiceNow, International Business Machines, Tesla, Texas Instruments, Alphabet and AT\&T. Investors will be watching…

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India’s philanthropic landscape has changed more in the past decade than many realise. Domestic private giving — through family philanthropy, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), and individual donors — has grown rapidly and now far outstrips annual foreign philanthropic inflows. A new generation of entrepreneurs is rethinking differently about giving, while millions of Indians are entering the markets through mutual funds, systematic investment plans (SIP), and Unified Payments Interface (UPI). Against this backdrop, the debate around the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) takes on a different meaning: less a dispute about foreign funding…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Call for the protection of my life, the lives of my children, the protection of my privacy, an end to the misleading media trial on my person and the companies I have built with credibility and capacity over several years, the respect of Court Orders, and the protection of over $100 Million I have within the Oil \& Gas sector, and several sectors both in Nigeria and International. I, Aisha Achimugu (OFR), an Accountant and law-abiding citizen of Nigeria, (I was a wife) and now a widow of the late Engr. Sulaiman Achimugu, a man whose life was a testament to the Nigerian dream. My husband was a paragon of integrity who rose to lead the Pipelines and…

MOSCOW, July 22. /TASS/. The Bank of Russia purchased 4.8 bln rubles ($61.30 mln) worth of yuan on the domestic market with settlements on July 21, 2026, according to data published on the regulator's website. The volume of foreign currency purchases on the domestic market with settlements on July 20 also totaled 4.8 bln rubles. The Bank of Russia conducts foreign currency purchase and sale operations on the domestic market in the yuan-ruble instrument on the Moscow Exchange's currency market.

Chinese regulators moved on Tuesday to improve the quality of credit ratings for panda bonds – a yuan-denominated asset class that has seen a surge in interest from foreign sovereign and institutional investors this year as a key tool to bolster Beijing’s yuan-internationalisation push. Credit-rating agencies must adhere to the principles of independence, objectivity and prudence, according to a circular posted to the website of the National Association of Financial Market Institutional Investors. The self-regulatory body, under the central bank, oversees the interbank market, where most panda bonds are traded. Under the new rules, rating agencies…

Singapore ’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong stepped up the pace of renewal of his cabinet on Wednesday by confirming two acting ministers and reinstating a former minister who was defeated in 2020 but won in last year’s poll. Coordinating Minister for National Security K Shanmugam was promoted to senior minister, joining the ranks of former leader Lee Hsien Loong. Shanmugam, a senior counsel, entered politics in 1988 and has helmed the home affairs ministry since 2015. Shanmugam is the first senior minister to concurrently hold a portfolio and the first to have the title without having served as deputy prime minister or prime minister. Coordinating…

From left, Foreign Minister Cho Hyun, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Japanese Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi pose at the Philippine International Convention Center in Manila, Wednesday. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the ASEAN Regional Forum. Yonhap The foreign ministers of South Korea, the United States and Japan met in Manila, Wednesday, reaffirmed the denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula and deterrence against North Korea, during a meeting held on the sidelines of a series of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN)-related ministerial meetings. Discussions covered the Korean Peninsula, the Middle East, small…

MOSCOW, July 22. /TASS/. Previous EU sanctions indirectly harmed the economies of European countries, but the measures remaining for the 21st sanctions package would directly damage the interests of EU member states, Russian presidential spokesman spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, stressing that such an impact would be "much more painful." "Until now, these sanctions have indirectly affected Europe, European taxpayers, and European businesses, while nevertheless inflicting billions of dollars in damage. Now, only those sanctions remain that would directly affect the interests of a number of European Union member states. And, of course, that is far more…

Whenever a major education controversy erupts, demands for the Education Minister's resignation become almost inevitable. The ongoing NEET controversy has once again brought those demands to the fore, with the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP), the Congress and several student groups calling for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to step down over alleged examination irregularities. Weeks of protests, including large demonstrations at Delhi's Jantar Mantar, have kept the issue in the spotlight and reignited the debate over political accountability. Yet history shows that education ministers seldom leave office simply because examinations go wrong…

US Secretary Marco Rubio stated that the US is in contact with Saudi Arabia over the Houthi naval blockade declared against the Kingdom. "We've been engaged with the Saudis a nuber of times over the last week in regards to that threat. It's not a new threat, but it's one that manifested itself in the past," Rubio said.

Victims of crime have accused ministers of making “cheap jokes” about releasing prisoners early after Wes Streeting and Shabana Mahmood apologised after being caught on camera “ribbing” about the scheme. In a video, the new justice secretary, Alex Norris, can be seen walking towards Mahmood and Streeting, the new defence secretary, who can be heard calling Norris “the enemy now”, while Mahmood responds “no he’s not”. In the recording, published by the news website Guido Fawkes, Streeting says: “He wants to let them all out” – an apparent reference to the government’s plans for the early release for prisoners, while laughter can be heard. Streeting and…

MOSCOW, July 22. /TASS/. There is no limit to the EU’s sanctions, nor is there a limit to the insanity of European politicians, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, commenting on the 21st package of sanctions on Russia being drafted by the European Union. "It’s too early to say that [the EU] has reached its limit for sanctions, for there is no limit. There is no limit to insanity either," he argued. Earlier, Politico reported, citing sources that EU governments are running out of targets for their 21st anti-Russian sanctions package as these measures are increasingly colliding with national interests. While previously European sanctions have…

Janil Puthucheary Senior Minister of State for Sustainability and Environment; Senior Minister of State for Education Janil Puthucheary Senior Minister of State for Sustainability and Environment; Senior Minister of State for Education Age 53 Years In Politics 15 Ministry Sustainability and Environment Education He was Senior Minister of State for Digital Development and Information, and Health. He was appointed PAP Whip in 2019. Before entering politics, he was a paediatrician. Low Yen Ling Senior Minister of State for Culture, Community and Youth; Senior Minister of State for Trade and Industry Low Yen Ling Senior Minister of State for Culture,…

The United States has turned to a career Middle East diplomat for its next ambassador to Malaysia , a sharp change in tone after an earlier nominee known for his “alpha male” bravado, pro-Israel posts and culture-war commentary drew protests in the Muslim-majority country. US President Donald Trump nominated Joshua Harris for the Kuala Lumpur posting after his previous nomination of Australian-born conservative commentator Nick Adams lapsed in the Senate. The White House sent Harris’s nomination to the US Senate on Tuesday, identifying him as a Maryland-based member of the Senior Foreign Service with the rank of minister-counsellor. Senators have to…

BRUSSELS, July 22. /TASS/. The European Union has exhausted its supply of ideas for new measures that could be included in the 21st package of anti-Russian sanctions, as additional restrictions increasingly conflict with the interests of member states, Politico reported, citing sources. "There’s no more low-hanging fruit, with 20 packages done. You’ll bump into individual member state interests more, so you have to find a balance," an unnamed EU diplomat said. Other sources told the newspaper that some provisions originally considered for the sanctions package had already been revised or removed altogether. Earlier, the Financial Times reported that…

MOSCOW, July 22. /TASS/. Russia will definitely participate at a high level in the G20 summit in the US, Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, responding to a question from TASS. "In any case, our participation in this summit will be at a high level, effective, and proactive," the Kremlin spokesman stated.

Robert Jenrick slams ‘waste of time’ GMB interview in awkward hot mic moment Robert Jenrick was caught criticising a Good Morning Britain interview as a “waste of time” in a hot mic moment on Wednesday (22 July). After taking a grilling from hosts Ed Balls and Susanna Reid, the Reform UK treasury spokesperson logged off the call as the hosts moved on to presenting their next segment. However, it was quickly interrupted as Mr Jenrick could be heard off-camera saying: “Well that was a waste of time.” “Oh dear,” Mr Balls responded immediately, disagreeing with Mr Jenrick’s assessment and stating that it was “good that he came on the programme”. Mr…

MANILA, Philippines — The impeachment court closed the prosecution's case on grave threats Wednesday, July 22, wrapping up the article that accuses Vice President Sara Duterte of betraying public trust in her alleged spoken plot to have the president killed as revenge. Day nine of the trial saw senator-judges further press National Bureau of Investigation director Melvin Matibag on the bureau's ongoing investigation into the alleged "hitman" Duterte purportedly instructed to kill the president if she herself were killed. Defense counsel Mark Vinluan finished his cross-examination of Matibag early in the afternoon, and lead prosecutor Rep. Jinky…

SINGAPORE - Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Zaqy Mohamad has been co-opted into the PAP’s top leadership body. The ruling party’s central executive committee (CEC) has also appointed Zaqy, 51, as chair of the PAP’s Malay Affairs Bureau, it announced on July 22. He replaces former chairman Faishal Ibrahim, who also sat on the CEC but resigned from political office, as an MP for Marine Parade-Braddell Heights GRC and from the PAP on July 20 over his conduct. Faishal had been co-opted after the 2025 General Election. With Zaqy’s appointment, the CEC will have 18 members. “The CEC thanks Associate Professor Faishal Ibrahim for his…

The top Chinese and American diplomats discussed President Xi Jinping’s planned visit to the US later this year and the dispute between Beijing and Manila in the South China Sea during their bilateral meeting on Wednesday. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio are in Manila for a series of Asean meetings from Monday to Thursday, including the Asean foreign ministers’ meeting which brings together 11 member states, along with ministers from Russia, Japan, Australia, Canada and Britain. After the meeting, Rubio described the recent clash between Beijing and Manila over the Second Thomas Shoal as very negative and…

SINGAPORE - First-year backbenchers Foo Cexiang and Shawn Loh will take political office following a Cabinet reshuffle by Prime Minister Lawrence Wong on July 22. Foo, who is a first-term MP in Tanjong Pagar GRC, will be Minister of State for Manpower and Trade and Industry from September 2026. He joins existing Minister of State for Manpower Dinesh Vasu Dash in the ministry. Loh, who is also a first-term MP in Jalan Besar GRC, will be Minister of State at the Education and Health Ministries from January 2027. Both had entered politics at the 2025 General Election. “They have made a good start as MPs,” noted PM Wong, as he announced a slew of changes…

SINGAPORE - The Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) will be renamed the Ministry of Energy, Trade and Industry (METI) from Oct 1, to reflect the significance of energy to the economy. It will be led by two ministers. Announcing the change on July 22, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said: “Energy is becoming increasingly central to Singapore’s economic competitiveness, industrial transformation, and long-term resilience.” Energy will be a national challenge for the nation, akin to water, as the Republic continues to power its needs while achieving its net-zero target, he said, responding to questions from the media during a press conference to announce…

Former Labor MP accuses Josh Burns of acting as ‘human shield for Penny Wong’ Updated July 22, 2026 — 8:02pm,first published 3:59pm Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. AAA The head of the nation’s peak Jewish body has condemned Labor for removing a call for listed terror group Hamas to disarm from its draft policy platform as tensions erupted between former close allies over the issue ahead of the party’s national conference. Labor planned to present a unified front on the contentious issue by having two MPs from Melbourne – Josh Burns, who is Jewish, and Bassem Abdo, the son of…

Responding to questions about whether the consequences were too harsh, Mr Wong said during the press conference that Assoc Prof Faishal himself had concluded that it was "not tenable" for him to continue serving as a political office holder and MP. "He also accepts that his responses, his interactions with her, objectively speaking, were questionable and inappropriate," Mr Wong said. "That's why he asked to step down." Mr Wong added that Assoc Prof Faishal had requested privacy for himself and his family, and that the government had sought to respect that request as much as possible. The prime minister said he had tried "his very best" to see whether…

SINGAPORE - A review of the evidence and facts surrounding former Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Faishal Ibrahim’s case made it clear that his conduct had fallen short of the standards expected of him, said Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. Several key colleagues in his team had independently reviewed the evidence and came to the same conclusion, he added. As such, he agreed with Faishal’s decision to resign, PM Wong told reporters during a press conference on July 22. Faishal – who was also Senior Minister of State for Home Affairs – had on July 20 resigned from political office over a “lapse of judgment” in handling his interactions with an…

The Spygate scandal has taken another twist after Southampton released a statement acknowledging that they had been charged by the FA, before swiftly deleting it. The Saints were expelled from the Championship play-off final back in May after admitting they had spied on rival teams during the 2025-26 season. That came after a club analyst was spotted filming Middlesbrough's training session ahead of Southampton's play-off semi-final against Boro, triggering a major crisis at the south coast club. Southampton won that tie 2-1 on aggregate but an independent commission subsequently expelled them from the final and also handed them a four-point deduction…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

TEHRAN - Hossein Kheirinia has been elected as the new President of the Iran Skating Federation following the federation's electoral assembly held on Wednesday. Four candidates had initially been approved to contest the presidency: Maryam Bakhshi, Hossein Kheirinia, Sadegh Zohairi Nasab, and Mohammad Ajam Khorasani. However, Zohairi Nasab and Ajam Khorasani withdrew before the vote, leaving Kheirinia and Bakhshi to compete for the position. After both candidates presented their programs to the assembly, voting began. In the first round, Kheirinia received 25 votes, while Bakhshi collected 24 from the 49 ballots cast, forcing the election into a second…

The preliminary findings from Mississippi teenager Nolan Wells' independent autopsy will be announced on Wednesday as the investigation into the 18-year-old's death continues, family attorney Ben Crump said. Wells' parents, Christine and Elmore Wonsley, were desperate for answers and sent the teen's body to Washington, D.C., for an independent autopsy. The Wonsleys will join Crump to announce those findings at 9 a.m. ET. The official autopsy report from the State Medical Examiner's office in Mississippi is still pending, according to Jackson County Coroner Bruce Lynd Jr. Once that report is complete, it will be provided to the local coroner. An…

Published on 22/07/2026 - 12:01 GMT+2 US President Donald Trump is reportedly keen for FIFA's Gianni Infantino to be the next secretary-general of the United Nations. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT According to a report by US media outlet The New York Post that cites a source close to the president, Trump believes there is a clear opportunity for a challenger to take the role and sees Infantino as a "respected" potential candidate. The process is already underway to replace the UN's current Secretary-General, António Guterres, who finishes his second term on 31 December. The winning candidate would need the approval of the 15-strong UN Security Council.…

Katie Nicholl, Vanity Fair royal correspondent and co-host of "The Royals Uncensored," says Prince George passed Eton's admissions process like other applicants before accepting his place at the prestigious school. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Prince William and Kate Middleton wrestled with a major decision about Prince George's future. Katie Nicholl, Vanity Fair's royal correspondent and co-host of "The Royals Uncensored," first reported that Prince George received "no special treatment" and had to pass Eton College's entrance exams just like every other applicant. Kensington Palace recently announced that George, who turns 13 on July…

Californian icon Hot Dog on a Stick is plotting a comeback with a new owner, new outlets and new meats on sticks. The fast food joint — with roots in Santa Monica’s Muscle Beach and known for its corn dogs and hand-stomped lemonade — has plummeted from its glory days as a staple food at food courts across the state. The rise of competition and decline of malls has slashed its presence, but its new owner has big plans for a comeback. “The opportunity I’ve seen is to bring it back to the people that have memories about it and a whole new generation of younger kids,” said Stephen Siegel, founder of Amazing Brands. The Las Vegas company bought it this…

Arizona Cardinals HC Mike LaFleur joins Colin Cowherd to discuss his first season coaching the Arizona Cardinals, and drafting Jeremiyah Love. The Arizona Cardinals will report to training camp on Wednesday, and this annual rite of summer signals the first step toward a looming NFL season. For the 2026 Cardinals, it signals pain. There will be a lot of it for this club and its fans in the coming season. We know this. NFL SUSPENDS ARIZONA CARDINALS EXECUTIVE FOR VIOLATING GAMBLING POLICY, LEAKING DRAFT INFO Most club observers believe this. Soon, when the team is actually asked to perform, the entire NFL will understand this. Arizona Cardinals head…

Marina Mabrey and Rhyne Howard headline the WNBA All-Star 3-point contest that will be contested Friday night in Chicago. Mabrey and Howard are 1-2 in 3-pointers made this season for Toronto and Atlanta respectively. Joining the pair are Dallas rookie Azzi Fudd, Seattle’s Natisha Hiedeman, Portland’s Bridget Carleton and Golden State’s Janelle Salaun. Mabrey tied the WNBA record by hitting nine 3-pointers in a game twice this season, including in her 53-point effort that tied the league record for most points in a game. Caitlin Clark, Sabrina Ionescu and Kayla McBride all declined invitations to participate according to a person […]...Keep on reading:…

India spinner Kuldeep Yadav has signed with Yorkshire as an overseas player for the remainder of the English domestic season. The left-arm wrist-spinner will play five One-Day Cup matches before returning in September for three County Championship games. His stint begins with Friday's 50-over clash against Glamorgan. In the club's statement, Kuldeep expressed his delight at joining one of England's most historic county clubs, saying, "I’m really pleased to be joining Yorkshire and grateful for this opportunity. It will be a real privilege to represent a club with Yorkshire’s proud history." He also said he is looking forward to testing himself in…

‘Happy to see our flag’: Russian athletes return to the pool as protesters slam government Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. AAA There has long been debate about whether sport and politics should mix, but when it comes to water polo in Australia, it’s often difficult to keep them apart. One of water polo’s most famous moments came at the 1956 Olympics in Melbourne, when Hungary played the Soviet Union just a month after Soviet tanks rolled into Budapest to crush an anti-communist uprising. The eyebrow of a Hungarian player was cut open via a Soviet punch in the fiery Olympic clash,…

Kayce Smith joins Will Cain \& The Crew to address Argentina's classless World Cup actions. Plus, AOC's fake southern accent, Hasan Piker's chilling "collaborator" rhetoric, and Olive Garden's new ID system, not for voting but endless pasta. Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, many doubters around the world and within sports media, claimed that the United States would be a disastrous host. That hosting the tournament under President Donald Trump would mean fewer international visitors, and that the US shouldn't host because soccer was still a niche domestic sport. And surprise, surprise, turns out those concerns were completely invalid. Attendance broke…

Spain star who was attacked by Argentina players in shameful World Cup scenes insists they SHOULDN'T be banned amid FIFA's violent conduct investigation By WILL PICKWORTH, SPORTS REPORTER Published: 05:44 EDT, 22 July 2026 \| Updated: 05:50 EDT, 22 July 2026 Spain star Gavi has surprisingly leapt to the defence of Leandro Paredes despite being involved in a nasty clash with the midfielder following the World Cup final. Argentina were so close to retaining their title on Sunday after lifting the trophy in 2022, but were beaten 1-0 by Spain after a tense and scrappy affair. Lionel Scaloni's side were aggressive throughout the match, as they had been…

MANILA, Philippines — Alex Eala’s second main draw appearance in the US Open is official. Eala’s name has been included in the entry list for the US Open that will run from August 30 to September 13, marking her fourth and last Grand Slam main draw competition this season. READ: Alex Eala leaves PH feeling ‘prouder to represent home’ The Filipino tennis ace, current ranked No. 29 in the WTA, looks to unleash another solid Grand Slam campaign, following her round of 16 entry in Wimbledon early this month, where she dethroned defending champion Iga Swiatek. Eala got her first […]...Keep on reading: Alex Eala officially makes US Open entry list

MANILA, Philippines—Gilas Pilipinas slid three spots to 39th in the latest Fiba men’s world rankings. The Philippines fell after a winless campaign in the third window of the 2027 Fiba World Cup Asian Qualifiers. Gilas opened the third window with a heartbreaking double overtime loss to New Zealand before getting manhandled by Australia, 92-49. READ: Tough task staring Gilas in the eyes entering second round of qualifiers As a result, the Philippines ended the first round with a 2-4 record, with both of their wins coming at the expense of Guam. Still, Gilas advanced to the second round, where the […]...Keep on reading: Gilas Pilipinas drops to 39th in…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Left out of India's playing XI throughout the recent ODI series in England and omitted from the upcoming T20I tour of Zimbabwe, wrist-spinner Kuldeep Yadav has secured a high-profile contract with County Championship side, Yorkshire. The 31-year-old has signed as an overseas player for the White Rose, where he will initially feature in five One Day Cup fixtures before returning for three of Yorkshire's final four County Championship matches in September. Kuldeep goes straight into Yorkshire's squad for Friday's 50-over clash against Glamorgan at Neath, offering the spinner immediate game time following a frustrating benching during India's 1-2 ODI…

World Cup hero Ferran Torres attracted the attention of Donald Trump's White House after donning a cap emblazoned with 'Make Spain Great Again' during the national team's open-top bus parade on Monday. The Barcelona star came off the bench to score the winning goal on Sunday's final to defeat reigning champions Argentina 1-0 at the MetLife Stadium in New York. With the briefest of turnarounds, Spain were soon back on their private plane heading for Madrid, where they took part in a jubilant victory parade less than 24 hours after their triumph Stateside. But the US continued to pay attention to the Spanish squad after they left their shores after…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Lindsay Collins has a long history of head knocks. That’s why the Roosters are playing it safe Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. AAA Lindsay Collins’ recovery from his latest head knock will extend to six weeks after being sidelined for the Sydney Roosters since the concussion setback that ruled him out of the third game of the State of Origin series. The front-rower has not played since failing a head injury assessment during the Roosters’ 24-18 defeat of Brisbane at Suncorp Stadium on June 26. As a result, the Queensland mainstay was forced to miss the Origin decider at the same…

Set against the backdrop of Punjab, Ab Hisaab Hoga blends family drama with social commentary through an ensemble cast led by Shaheer Sheikh, Mouni Roy and others. While the series tackles layered themes, director Divyanshu says his biggest responsibility was ensuring the world felt authentic to the people it represents. In an exclusive conversation with India Today, the filmmaker spoke about building a believable Punjab, preparing his actors through immersive workshops, and why he hopes OTT continues to make space for smaller, rooted stories. For Divyanshu, the greatest challenge wasn’t the complexity of the narrative but getting the representation…

Dispatch call reveals scramble to find sign language interpreter after road crash that killed deaf Godzilla vs Kong child star Kaylee Hottle By JADA BAS, REPORTER Published: 06:20 EDT, 22 July 2026 \| Updated: 06:32 EDT, 22 July 2026 Dispatchers scrambled to find a sign language interpreter as they responded to the crash that killed a deaf Godzilla vs Kong actress. Kaylee Hottle died at the age of 18 in Frederick, Maryland in the US when the driver veered off the road and slammed into a roadside ditch on Tuesday. Dispatchers can be heard in audio revealed by TMZ scrambling to find an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter to inform the child star's…

For a moment, step into the shoes of filmmaker H Vinoth. You get the opportunity to direct ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay, in a politically-laden film that will mark his transformation from actor to politician. You make the film with the backing of KVN Productions, and just as you eagerly await its release during Pongal, it snowballs into a controversy. The delay in the censor certification indefinitely pushes the film’s release, and the subsequent legal battle makes one wonder if it will ever release at all. And, as if this isn’t enought to test your resolve, the film leaks online even before it arrives in theatres. On one hand, Vijay takes oath as the Chief…

Millie Bobby Brown has paid tribute to her Godzilla vs Kong co-star Kaylee Hottle, after the actress was killed in a car crash. Kaylee's death was confirmed by her father in a Facebook post on Tuesday, after the car she was in veered off the road, before her heart stopped on her way to the hospital in the wake of the accident. The actress, who was deaf, played a young girl who could communicate with King Kong using sign language in the 2021 film Godzilla vs Kong and its 2024 sequel, Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire. In a post on Instagram Stories, Millie shared she was 'devastated' by her co-star's passing. She said: 'I'm so devastated to hear this.…

It's dangerous to get too excited about a new RTS. Just look at what happened to Stormgate. So I've been cautious with ZeroSpace. It's an RTS built in the classic mould—think StarCraft 2—featuring proper basebuilding and potent hero units. So far, pretty familiar. But there's more. ZeroSpace also boasts an RPG campaign with dialogue trees and loyalty missions, evoking the likes of Mass Effect—albeit without those enviable production values. And then there's the Galactic War, inspired by Helldivers 2's dynamic conflict. My interest was piqued. Cautiously. (Image credit: Starlance Studios) Let's start with the good stuff. The campaign is shaping up…

Indra Kumar's 'Dhamaal 4' continues to enjoy a successful theatrical run despite entering its second week. Powered by strong family audiences and franchise goodwill, the comedy entertainer has maintained steady collections after crossing the coveted Rs 100 crore India net milestone. The film has now entered Day 13 of its theatrical run with an eye on the Rs 135 crore domestic net milestone. With Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' now attracting premium screens and urban audiences, all eyes are on how much further 'Dhamaal 4' can stretch its box office run. 'Dhamaal 4' earnings 'Dhamaal 4' opened to Rs, 14 crore on Day 1, before climbing to Rs, 22.50…

The 2002 television show Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai is set to return, this time on an OTT platform, with actor R Madhavan taking over as host from the late Farooq Shaikh. The celebrity talk show, became known for its focus on personal journeys, emotional reunions and conversations that went beyond standard promotional interviews. The upcoming series, with Madhavan as host, will be streaming on ZEE5. The streaming platform's Instagram, in its announcement, wrote, "Kuch ansune sach (A few untold truths). Kuch dil ki baatein (A few heart-to-heart talks). Sab kuch unfiltered (Everything unfiltered). Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai 2.0, Coming soon on Zee 5 (sic)!"…

If I could sum up Rick and Morty season 9 in one word... I couldn't. It's physically impossible to sump up the chaos that is the Smith's family life in so few words. All we've got to go off of this week is a name: Tom Sawyer. We can assume that this will somehow relate to the classic Mark Twain novel The Adventures of Tom Sawyer, but does this mean Morty is also Huckleberry Finn? Watch this space. Regardless, when does Rick and Morty season 9 episode 10 arrive on Adult Swim, Hulu, and HBO Max? Latest Videos From What time can I watch Rick and Morty season 9 episode 10 on Adult Swim, Hulu, and HBO Max? Rick and Morty \| Season 9: Trailer #2 \| adult…

After almost three years out of the limelight, Holly Willoughby has officially launched a comeback by announcing a new lifestyle show, titled Together, which is set to hit YouTube on July 28. For 14 years, Holly led popular ITV show This Morning with co-host Phillip Schofield before she suddenly stepped down from the programme in 2023 following his departure. Just weeks after quitting This Morning, she learned of an extraordinary plot to kidnap, rape and murder her by former security guard Gavin Plumb. He has since been found guilty and sentenced to life imprisonment. Now, as Holly returns to our screens on YouTube for a new project, many will be…

Prince George enters teenage years in new birthday portrait Victoria Ward July 22, 2026 — 7:49pm Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. AAA Prince George has become a teenager, with his family releasing a new portrait of the future king to mark his 13th birthday. The prince is pictured smiling at Kensington Palace in the portrait taken by photographer Matt Porteous just after Trooping the Colour last month. Prince George in his 13th birthday portrait.Instagram It was accompanied by the message: “Happy 13th Birthday, George!” George was born at 4.24pm on July 22, 2013, in the private…

Dan Edgar is helping to heal Chloe Lewis' broken heart after the tragic death of her ex-boyfriend Jake Hall and the Lothario is ready to settle down, says a close friend. The couple have remained relatively tight-lipped over their romance, but were pictured together for the first time this week at the Tonic Terrace in the Hilton Bournemouth. An insider close to the pair has spoken how Dan, 35, has been a pillar of support to Chloe, 36, who was heartbroken after the death of her ex-boyfriend Jake Hall. Jake died in May aged 35 after sustaining fatal injuries from smashing his head through a glass door at a villa in Santa Margalida, Mallorca. A friend…

For the first time in years, a Vijay film is entering theatres with more questions than certainties. Despite crossing Rs 15 crore in domestic advance bookings, Jana Nayagan continues to trail Leo and GOAT in pre-sales, prompting the trade to lower its opening-day expectations. Will the HD leak, seven-month delay and A certification ultimately affect Vijay's final film? Or will the emotional pull of watching the actor on the big screen for one last time outweigh every setback? India Today Digital spoke to trade experts. According to trade analyst Ramesh Bala, the film could collect Rs 50 - Rs 60 crore in India and Rs 75 - Rs 80 crore worldwide on Day…

When it comes to Magic: The Gathering and its controversial Universes Beyond branch, players have diverging opinions. While Universes Beyond is an undeniable commercial success, a portion of the Magic audience expresses frustration with the growing range of external IPs appearing in the game. The most common criticism is that these universes often don't feel like they belong in Magic at all; from ninja turtles lurking in the sewers to spider-heroes swinging over New York's skyline, it's a wild leap compared to Magic's established fantasy aesthetic. However, that isn't always the case. The Lord of the Rings: Tales of Middle-earth and Final Fantasy are…

“Percy Jackson” actor Logan Lerman and his wife, artist Analuisa “Ana” Corrigan, have shared the first official photos from their intimate backyard wedding, nearly a month after tying the knot in June. On Wednesday, July 22, Corrigan posted a carousel of color and black-and-white photos on Instagram, giving followers a glimpse of the private ceremony. “We got married in our backyard last month and it was perfect. I love you logie,” the designer wrote in the caption. Lerman also shared a black-and-white close-up photo of him and his bride sharing a kiss, with the caption, “Love of my life.” READ: […]...Keep on reading: 'Percy Jackson' star Logan…

The Roottrees are Dead studio Evil Trout gives William Rous' brilliant lo-fi deduction thriller Type Help a slick remake, and while the changes are many, it remains a smart, rewarding, and hauntingly effective mystery. There's a machine in The Incident at Galley House you'll spend an awful lot of time with, and it's a wonderfully tactile thing. It's part mixing desk, part paranormal enigma, part over-engineered Guess Who game, and full of clicky dials, chunky buttons, and a big old whooshy lever you're forever manipulating. And if your deductive instincts are good enough, it whirs into crackling life like a haunted slot machine, rigged to deliver…

How do I look chic in my 70s … without looking like a try-hard? Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. AAA I’m in my 70s: how can I look chic without looking like a try-hard? Oprah Winfrey keeps it cool with wide-leg track pants and sneakers.GC Images Back when The Golden Girls was prime-time viewing, there was an expectation that women of a certain age would adopt a uniform: a floral Osti frock, perhaps, or tartan trousers with a navy jumper and pearls and a set-and-forget hairstyle. The show ended in 1992 and this expectation ended when actresses such as Meryl Streep, Angela Bassett,…

Melanie C made the most of her newlywed status as she threw a wedding bouquet to her fans while DJing in Ibiza, just three days after she tied the knot. Sporty Spice, 52, tied the knot with model Chris Dingwall over the weekend in a 'perfect' ceremony in the Lake District. Days after her big day, Melanie flew to the party island to DJ at the Chinois Ibiza nightclub, and footage posted on Instagram showed the delighted star tossing a replica of her wedding bouquet. Melanie laughed as she slowly held up the bouquet and tossed it into the crowd, with several of them rushing to catch it. She and Chris tied the knot in a 'perfect' Lake District wedding in…

Avengers: Doomsday released its first proper trailer yesterday alongside the start of advance ticket sales, and both were a huge success. Variety reported that Doomsday generated an incredible $16.5 million in advance ticket sales after the first day of availability. That’s a massive number for a movie now less than five months from launch, but it’s even more impressive when you consider tickets were only available for premium formats in just 1,000 domestic theaters. By way of comparison, Variety said the Doomsday first day pre-sales were twice as high as the first day pre-sales for 2024’s Deadpool \& Wolverine, which included all formats and screens…

Hollywood star Zendaya came under fire for wearing 3,000-year-old Iranian gold artefacts as earrings at a London photocall for Christopher Nolan's film The Odyssey, which critics called a misappropriation of one of the ancient world's most significant collections of objects. ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT The earrings — gold disc medallions dating to the first millennium BCE and attributed to the Ziwiyeh hoard, a collection discovered in northwest Iran in the late 1940s — were remounted with diamonds and 18-karat gold by London jeweller Glenn Spiro as part of his Materials of the Old World series. They are owned by Barron London, a Mayfair-based gallery…

Actor Ryan Reynolds has confirmed that a new Deadpool film is in the works at Marvel Studios, with the actor set to return. He shared the update during an appearance at Fanatics Fest 2026 over the weekend. "There’s a few really deep cuts that I think are missing behind the movies. I think there’s a few deep cuts missing from some of the comics," Reynolds said at Fanatics Fest in New York, as reported by Deadline. "There’s certainly some stuff that, you know, I love that Fabian Nicieza wrote that is incredible. Gerry Duggan, who was a friend, was an incredible comic writer," he went on. The actor added, "There’s stuff upcoming. There’s eventually, you…

Mysuru railway jrailway unction station. The special trains will halt at Mandya, KSR Bengaluru, Krishnarajapuram, Bangarapet Jn, Salem Jn, Erode Jn, Tiruppur, Podanur Jn, Palakkad Jn, Shoranur Jn, Tirur, Kozhikode, Vadakara, and Thalassery. \| Photo Credit: SRIRAM MA In order to facilitate passenger travel during the forthcoming Onam festival, South Western Railway (SWR) has announced the operation of special express trains from Mysuru and Bengaluru Cantonment to Kannur in Kerala. The SWR will operate two trips in each direction. Train No. 06227 Mysuru–Kannur Special Express will depart Mysuru at 10:30 PM on Tuesday (25.08.2026) and reach Kannur at 2…

Mexico · Culture Key Facts —Date and time. August 29, 2026 at 8:30 p.m., single performance. —Venue. Auditorio Nacional in Mexico City, a 10,000-seat arena. —Tickets. From MX$800 (US$46) to MX$4,600 (US$265) on Ticketmaster. —Creator. Mexican dancer Isaac Hernández, a principal at English National Ballet. —Notable guests. Roberto Bolle, Maria Khoreva, and Kristián Mensa debut. Despertares, the ambitious dance gala that transforms a massive Mexico City arena into an intimate celebration of movement, returns for its twelfth edition on August 29, 2026. Creator Isaac Hernández has again assembled a cast of international stars for a single night at the…

Why video game music is the future of orchestral concerts Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. AAA Leonard Weiss would like people to consider the theme to Super Mario Bros, that slinky eight-bit bop composed in 1985 by Japanese sound designer and Nintendo executive Koji Kondo. “This was composed essentially for two electronic sounds at once. Going back 40 years in video game history, you can’t write a chord,” Weiss says. “So one voice goes bom bom bom bom and plays the chord but spread out, while another voice plays the tune. And then a percussion track goes underneath. Leonard…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Chile · Culture Key Facts —Dates. October 14, 16, and 17, 2026, at Estadio Nacional in Santiago. —Venue. Estadio Nacional is Chile’s largest sports and events stadium, located in the Ñuñoa district of the capital. —Attendance. All three shows sold out, with roughly 48,000 fans expected per night, totaling about 150,000 attendees. —Stage weight. The 360-degree stage design exerts roughly 600 tons of load on the central field. —Economic lift. The concerts are expected to drive a major short-term boost in travel, lodging, and hospitality across Santiago. BTS will play three sold-out nights at Santiago’s Estadio Nacional this October after a tense permit…

Tyson and Paris Fury's daughter Valencia has become the latest nepo child to land a brand deal at the age of eight. The boxer, 37, and his wife, 36, announced on Monday that Valencia has released an exciting new collaboration with Superdrug, full of beauty and hair accessories. The aspiring influencer told viewers she's 'so obsessed with makeup' in the Instagram video while urging followers to 'get down to their local Superdrug stores'. Beauty and hair products from Valencia's Fantasy Cosmetics collection range between £1 and £3. Tyson proudly wrote: 'Congratulations to my baby girl Valencia on her collaboration with @superdrug she is made for it. my…

According to the M.I.T. Technology Review, rather than building thousands of smaller buildings, tech giants are investing in massive "hyperscale" campuses, with some individual AI sites requiring up to 5 GW of electricity—more than the peak demand of entire U.S. states like New Hampshire. Frank Racioppi Artificial Intelligence (AI) has already seeped into our society, culture, economy, and daily routines. AI decides who gets their health claim paid. AI help millions with their administrative work at their jobs. AI answers our phone calls when we have a customer service problem. Millions of students try to use AI to ease the burden of learning, or to…

As the southwest monsoon strengthens across northern India, school operations are beginning to reflect the changing weather. Jammu and Kashmir has extended school holidays till July 26, while neighbouring Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand remain on alert as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast widespread rainfall across the region over the coming days. The move in Jammu and Kashmir comes as authorities shift from dealing with a prolonged heatwave to preparing for heavy rain. Schools that were scheduled to reopen on July 20 after summer vacations will now remain closed for another week. J\&K extends school holidays The Jammu and…

For three days in June, JoJo Siwa fans could do more than watch her perform. They could go on vacation with her. The JoJo Siwa Cruise departed from Port Canaveral, Florida, on June 12 for a three-night sailing aboard Royal Caribbean's Utopia of the Seas, where a regular cruise itinerary became a floating fan weekend: rhinestone bow decorating, a dance class, nightly parties hosted by Siwa, a cabana beach day, and a concert at sea. Siwa, the singer, dancer, internet personality, and former Dance Moms star, first became famous as a child performer known for her oversized bows, high-energy music, and brightly colored brand. In the years since, she has…

Nigerian singer, Damini Ogulu, popularly known as Burna Boy, has made history as the first male artiste to reach number 1 on Spotify’s newly Launched Global Music Video Chart. He achieved the feat as his World Cup song with Shakira, ‘Dai Dai,’ topped the newly launched chart, making him the first African and first male artist to hit the milestone. Meanwhile, ‘Dai Dai’ also reached a new peak of number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart this week. The song is projected to enter the top 10 next week following Burna Boy and Shakira’s World Cup Final Halftime Show performance on Sunday. ‘Dai Dai’ remains the most-streamed music video of 2026 on YouTube…

Mithun Shyam \| Photo Credit: K. Pichumani Mithun Shyam, disciple of Padmini Ramachandran, presented an engaging Bharatanatyam recital at the Music Academy's Mid-Year dance festival 2026. He commenced with Thodayamangalam in ragas Kedara and Husseni, setting the tone for the evening. This was followed by a traditional alarippu in Sankarabharanam, set to Rupaka tala. The centrepiece of the recital was Veenai Sesha Iyer’s varnam ‘Devadhi deva’, choreographed by Padmini Ramachandran, and set in raga Shanmukhapriya, Adi tala. Preceded by a virutham in raga Revathi, the piece invoked Nataraja of Chidambaram through the Bhikshatanar episode from the…

Africa · Northern Key Facts —The death. Composer Hany Shenouda died on 20 July 2026 at the Armed Forces Medical Complex in Maadi, Cairo, following a sudden health crisis. —The legacy. He founded Al-Masryeen in 1977, widely considered Egypt’s first modern pop band, and launched the careers of Amr Diab and Mohamed Mounir. —The honour. He received Egypt’s State Appreciation Award in the Arts in 2023, one of the country’s highest cultural distinctions. —The soft-power asset. His six-decade career helped cement Cairo’s role as the Arab world’s music production hub, a pillar of Egyptian influence now under pressure from Gulf competitors. —The timing.…

Narelle Cowan and Aimee Lipley's gardens have a few things in common. Both have pretty plants, chairs for al fresco dining - and one of the UK's busiest motorways. About 75,000 vehicles travel over the elevated concrete monolith hanging about 45ft (14m) above their plot every day on the main route between London and south Wales. "I call it my free gazebo," said Aimee. "I love it under here, when it's raining you can walk to the shops without getting your hair wet." The two-lane carriageway in the sky was one of the first sections of the M4 and a relic of the 1960s freeway building boom after the explosion in post-war car ownership.

Hollywood star Rebel Wilson wins defamation case brought by young actress CNNAfternoon Update: Rebel Wilson wins defamation case; Brittany Higgins decries Hanson’s DV comments; and Milky Way splendour The GuardianActor Rebel Wilson did not defame colleague in social media posts, Australian court finds ReutersRebel Wilson Triumphs In Explosive Court Battle With ‘The Deb’ Co-Star Charlotte MacInnes DeadlineRebel Wilson cleared in defamation case brought by actress in her own film BBC

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

In the face of backlash to concerns the AI boom will increase consumer electricity bills, the largest utility companies and data center developers in the US are now promising to do something about it. The Wall Street Journal reports that nearly 200 organizations have signed President Donald Trump’s “rate payer protection pledge” that’s meant to safeguard consumers from footing the AI bill. Trump is expected to announce the new signatories on Thursday, which includes NextEra Energy, Duke Energy, Equinix, and Digital Realty, according to a list obtained by The WSJ. An unnamed White House official told the publication that those who have committed to the…

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Right, that’s it: we’ve got to do something about Canada. The country’s wildfires, which resulted in air quality alerts across more than 20 US states, ruined my weekend. On Friday the air in Philadelphia, where I live, was so unhealthy I couldn’t go outside without my eyes stinging. My kid’s preschool cancelled outdoor time, while the city suspended trash pickup and closed public pools. You know who did not suspend their regularly scheduled programming because of a bit of toxic smoke? The plot monitoring committee at my allotment. Despite the apocalyptic conditions, they were still busy ensuring the gardening bylaws were strictly adhered to. I…

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Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story. The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political…

Argentina · Business Key Facts —Plant. Ecopek in General Pacheco, Buenos Aires province, producing rPET resin. —Closure date. Operations cease on 31 March 2026. —Jobs. About 40 workers face dismissal or possible redeployment. —Stated reasons. Weak demand, no recycled-content rules, and pressure from imports. —Parent scale. Alpek has 31 plants in nine countries and nearly US$500 million in annual EBITDA. Alpek Polyester Argentina is shutting its Ecopek PET recycling plant in General Pacheco, Buenos Aires province, with operations set to end on 31 March 2026. Alpek Shuts Its Argentina Plastic Recycling Plant. (Photo internet reproduction) One-stop…

Daily Mail journalists select and curate the products that feature on our site. If you make a purchase via links on this page we will earn commission - learn more The UK has endured multiple heatwaves since May - and forecasts suggest another could be just around the corner. With soaring temperatures and dry conditions, hosepipe bans have been introduced across parts of the country, leaving many gardeners wondering how to keep their outdoor spaces thriving. But a heatwave combined with a hosepipe ban doesn't have to spell disaster for your garden. The key is to prioritise plant health, conserve moisture and make every drop of water count. To find out…

This NOAA satellite image taken at 10:30 a.m. EDT on Tuesday, July 21, shows Tropical Storm Bertha moving along the Gulf of Mexico's northern coast. NOAA via AP *hide caption* *toggle caption* NOAA via AP Tropical Storm Bertha came ashore in Southeastern Louisiana early Wednesday morning, bringing up to three feet of storm surge and winds as high as 60 miles per hour. Weather forecasting models do not predict the storm will get stronger, says Phil Klotzbach, a senior researcher in the Department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University. That's in part because of strong wind shear from the northeast. It's essentially a change in wind speed…

Fifty years after Southern California's Salton Sea formed due to an engineering mishap in 1905, the giant salt lake became a booming vacation destination. Nicknamed the "miracle in the desert," the lake offered watersports and boating, while its shores were lined with yacht clubs, vacation homes, shops and nightclubs. However, by the 1970s, the Salton Sea had begun shrinking due to high evaporation rates and flow reductions in the Colorado River, which had fed the lake. The lake's retreat exposed muddy sediments imbued with pesticides and other agricultural chemicals from large cotton, alfalfa and vegetable farms in the Imperial and Coachella valleys.…

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Environment Minister ⁠Monique Barbut has stepped ​down in protest after French lawmakers approved ​controversial legislation allowing the temporary reintroduction of two pesticides accused of harming bees.

Spaniards are used to scorching summers and tropical nights, meaning that they know many ingenious unwritten rules to make their homes and bodies cool down at night so they can sleep better without needing air-con. One of the worst things about summers in Spain is that typically there’s no respite from the intense temperatures, with heatwaves arriving earlier and lasting longer, giving you the sense that you're trapped in a perpetual ola de calor (heatwave). It’s also often uncomfortably warm or hot at night too, which makes it very difficult to have a good night's sleep. Many places across the country have been experiencing torrid nights where the…

Burnham's bus shambles: Minister admits £450m funding for £2 fare cap 'not worked out yet' - a day after PM told Cabinet ALL policies must be costed By JAMES TAPSFIELD, UK POLITICAL EDITOR Published: 04:40 EDT, 22 July 2026 \| Updated: 04:56 EDT, 22 July 2026 Another Andy Burnham cost-of-living announcement was at risk of descending into chaos today. The PM has been boasting about his decision to cap single bus fares at £2 across the country - instead of £3 typically now. But Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander extraordinarily admitted this morning that the 'detail' of where £454million of funding is coming from 'hasn't been worked through' yet. She…

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U.S. Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth. File \| Photo Credit: AP A broker for ​U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth attempted to make ‌a big investment in major defense companies ​in the weeks leading ⁠up to the U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran, the Financial Times reported on Monday (March 30, 2026), citing three people ‌familiar with the matter. Mr. Hegseth’s broker at Morgan Stanley contacted BlackRock in ‌February, about making a multimillion-dollar investment ‌in ⁠the asset manager’s Defence Industrials Active ⁠ETF, shortly before the U.S. launched military action against Tehran, the report added. According to the FT ​report, the ‌investment discussed by…

Brazil · Business Key Facts —Location. Sudoeste de Tartaruga Verde block, Campos Basin, about 108 km off the coast of Rio de Janeiro state. —Well designation. 4-BRSA-140D-RJS, drilled in a water depth of 734 meters. —Operator stake. Petrobras holds a 100 percent operating stake in the block. —Reservoir type. A post-salt find, distinct from the basin’s prolific pre-salt plays. —Early indicators. Oil confirmed via electrical logging, gas indications, and fluid sampling. Petrobras has confirmed an oil discovery at the Sudoeste de Tartaruga Verde block in the Campos Basin, the first concrete exploration result from the mature offshore region to make…

Environmental groups from Pangasinan have joined growing opposition to Pax Silica, a United States-backed artificial intelligence and semiconductor economic hub being developed in New Clark City. INQUIRER FILES CALASIAO, Pangasinan – Environmental groups from Pangasinan have joined growing opposition to Pax Silica, a United States-backed artificial intelligence and semiconductor economic hub being developed in New Clark City. In a statement, the Pangasinan People’s Strike for Environment (PPSE) said youth environmental advocates from five towns visited communities and schools in San Jacinto town to conduct a petition-signing campaign against Pax…

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Brazil · Politics Key Facts —Defendants sentenced. Three executives received prison terms ranging from 12 to 14 years for active corruption and money laundering. —Heaviest penalty. Jesús de Oliveira Ferreira Filho was sentenced to 14 years, 7 months, and 15 days in prison. —Case origin. The convictions stem from a residual Lava Jato investigation into a cartel that rigged Petrobras contracts between 2004 and 2014. —Court. The ruling was issued by the 13th Federal Criminal Court of Curitiba on June 5, 2026. —Appeal status. The decision is a first-instance conviction and remains subject to appeal before higher courts. A federal judge in Curitiba has…

‘Getting rid of a headache’: Secret tape exposes land-swap deal for ‘toxic’ waste Save You have reached your maximum number of saved items. Remove items from your saved list to add more. AAA A secret recording that triggered a seven-year defamation battle embroiling politicians including federal Liberal MP Andrew Hastie has finally been played in court, revealing a businessman coached a contact on how to engineer a land swap with the government that would see “toxic soil” dumped and buried. In the 2019 recording, prominent West Australian businessman Greg Poland coached landowner Aaron Grainger, on how to “solve a political headache” for the state…

National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag takes the witness stand during the continuation of the cross-examination on Day 9 at the Senate Impeachment Court in Pasay City, July 22, 2026. —Photo by Niño Jesus Orbeta \| INQUIRER MANILA, Philippines — Director Melvin Matibag of the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) and two of his agents have given enough evidence to prove the grave threat allegation against Vice President Sara Duterte, Rep. Rodge Gutierrez said in a media briefing on Wednesday. “We do believe that the evidence has already established all the points that the prosecution needed to establish,” Gutierrez said,…

Three men arrested for the murder of a 17-year-old boy in Pune were tied to the bonnet of a police vehicle and paraded to the crime scene amid heavy rain, in what police said was an attempt to reassure the public and restore confidence in law enforcement. The accused are among four people arrested in connection with the murder of the teen, who was hacked to death with sickles and other sharp weapons in Pune's Katraj area on Monday night. Three other accused remain absconding, and police have launched a search operation to trace them. According to investigators, the victim had gone to collect a mobile phone with a friend when seven men, travelling on…

Ramesh Chennithala, Kerala Home Minister Home Minister Ramesh Chennithala on Wednesday said the government has taken serious note of the Kerala High Court’s observations regarding the arrest of Dr. M.K. Ram in connection with the death of BDS student Nithin Raj at the Kannur Medical College, Anjarakandy. The State Police Chief has been ordered to examine any procedural lapses in handling the case. Appropriate action would be taken if the inquiry finds that any officer failed in their duties, the Minister told the media. Reiterating the government’s stand, Mr. Chennithala said the police have stood with the victim from the very beginning of the…

VIDEO MANILA, Philippines – Senator-judge Panfilo “Ping” Lacson denies filing a perjury case against self-confessed Davao Death Squad member and former police officer Arturo Lascañas during Vice President Sara Duterte’s impeachment trial on Wednesday. The issue was raised after defense counsel Mark Vinluan presented a news report claiming Lacson intended to sue Lascañas for perjury following the latter’s retraction of parts of his testimony in the extrajudicial killings investigation. Lacson said that while Lascañas did retract some of his statements, the senator added that he never filed such a complaint./ dp READ: NBI search for Duterte’s alleged…

BAHAWALPUR: A young shepherd who was gang-raped by 12 men in Cholistan desert in jurisdictions of the Marot Police Station of Bahawalnagar succumbed to his injuries at the Bahawal Victoria Hospital (BVH) on Tuesday. A police spokesperson told Dawn, the shepherd was abducted by a suspect on his motorcycle on July 1 from Toba Jinnawala near Chak 289/HR where he had his over 40 sheep for grazing. After eight days on July 9, the youth’s brother, Mohsin, went to meet him at Toba Jinnawala and found him in a serious condition. The victim informed his brother that 12 men, seven of them identified in the FIR, administered him some intoxicant drink, raped him…

The violent death of the US boxer Hannah Rapp, whom authorities say was killed recently by a motorist while she cycled, has left her sport, her communities outside the ring and her loved ones grieving deeply just weeks after she took her first world title shot. A statement from the Bryan Boxing gym where Rapp trained in Texas commemorated her as “an amazing lady and soul” while the Aggieland Cycling club to which she belonged recalled how her “kindness and excitement for life [buoyed] all who knew her”. “A beautiful person and a brilliant boxer is how she will be remembered by all of us,” read a social media post from Most Valuable Promotions, which…

Officials released the dramatic 911 call from Conor Hanlon, husband of therapist Brooke Hanlon, in the New Jersey stabbing death case. Hanlon found his wife unresponsive and bleeding on their second floor. The graphic audio captures his frantic calls for help. No suspects have been named, and a $1,000 reward is offered for information. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! CHESTER, N.J. – Nearly seven weeks after Brooke Hanlon, 35, was fatally stabbed inside her Chester, New Jersey home, people living just feet away from the Hanlon home are constantly looking over their shoulders. "Things that never would've bothered me before catch my…

A Manitoba man is relieved the province changed its tune and partially reimbursed him for an out-of-country surgery after previously refusing to pick up the tab. Tom Molinski, 69, recently got a cheque in the mail for $23,908.99 from Manitoba Health — about a third of what he spent on a spinal fusion surgery in Germany in 2024 — after a meeting with Health Minister Uzoma Asagwara in May. Though he isn't being reimbursed the full $77,000 he paid out of his retirement savings, Molinski said he is glad to finally get some of the costs covered. "If they said, 'Well, here's $2,000 or $3,000,' that would have been an insult to me, so this would be a fair…

When friendly residents in the picturesque Kent village of Nonington hear the name Cherry Garden Lane, their faces immediately change – a stern, knowing look follows, and then there’s a deep pause as they weigh up their response. Everyone knows the quiet country track, but most locals avoid it altogether. This month marks 30 years since Lin Russell and her daughter, Megan, six, were bludgeoned to death there with a hammer in broad daylight. Lin’s elder daughter, nine-year-old Josie, suffered catastrophic head injuries, but miraculously survived after an officer investigating the murder scene hours later noticed her moving. The horror of what happened…

On the latest episode of The Crime Desk's On The Case podcast, host Alex Matthews sits down with reporter Matt Young following his exclusive interview with Barbara Stone, the sister of the man jailed for life over the infamous Chillenden murders. Lin Russell, 45, and her six-year-old daughter Megan were battered to death with a hammer in a country lane not far from their home in rural Chillenden, Kent, in 1996. Megan's older sister Josie, who was nine years old at the time, miraculously survived the bloodbath in a crime that horrified the nation. A year later, a BBC Crimewatch reconstruction led to 38-year-old Michael Stone – a violent heroin addict –…

Daniel Siad, 69, was found dead in his Paris suburban home. He was under investigation in France over accusations that he had helped sex offender Jeffrey Epstein find women to abuse, as well as rape allegations.

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Dumanjug Mayor Efren Guntrano “Gungun” Gica said he will comply with the directives of the Land Transportation Office in Central Visayas (LTO-7) as he faces administrative proceedings over a road crash in Minglanilla, Cebu, earlier this week. Gica said he has cooperated with authorities since the July 19 collision and has also […]...Keep on reading: ‘No special treatment’ for Dumanjug mayor after road crash, LTO probe

Italian authorities found 650 packages of "extremely pure cocaine" concealed inside a container at the port of Vado Ligure. (Credit: Italy Border Police / AP) NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Italian authorities seized roughly 1,700 pounds of cocaine hidden among pallets of bananas at a major port, officials said Tuesday. The drugs were divided into 650 packages and "skillfully concealed" inside a refrigerated shipping container that arrived at the port of Vado Ligure from one of Ecuador’s main ports, according to Italy’s Guardia di Finanza. A field test conducted during the inspection determined the substance was "extremely pure cocaine,"…

Nolan Wells' family attorney says an independent autopsy report on the 18-year-old's death will be released Wednesday, offering the first outside medical findings since the Mississippi teenager was found dead off Horn Island in early July. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump plans to share preliminary results during a news conference at the NAACP National Convention in Chicago. Wells' parents are expected to attend. The teenager disappeared after a Fourth of July boat trip to the island with friends and was found dead two days later, a case that has drawn national attention over questions of race and the circumstances of his death. Nolan Wells' family…

A Hong Kong court has sentenced a British woman to six years in prison after convicting her of blackmailing a compatriot for £100,000 (US$134,060) over rape allegations. Isabel Anonia Barbra Eudora Rose, 26, was sentenced at the District Court on Wednesday, with Judge Adriana Noelle Tse Ching finding her guilty of blackmail and perverting the course of public justice. Rose, an event management professional from London, arrived in Hong Kong on January 31, 2024, to visit a man she met during a trip to Thailand the month before. She alleged he raped her that night at his one-bedroom flat in Central. The following day, the pair exchanged messages…