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Partnering with Etched: Building the Inference Machine Gavin, Rob, Chris and the Etched team are building frontier clusters for inference, maximizing the intelligence per flop that humanity can consume. Inference is on the path to becoming the largest market in the world. If this AI dream is everything we hope it to be – and so far, the signs point to ever-increasing acceleration of capabilities – then inference will power every storefront, every movie, every medical encounter, every video game, every lawsuit, every line of code. Today, the inference market is so obviously large that building an inference-specific system is consensus. Back in 2022,…

Dora Palfi comes from a family of teachers. Naturally, then, “it was instilled in me that education is something that can completely alter the trajectory of your life,” she told TechCrunch. In 2018, she and Beatrice Ionascu launched Imagi, a company that helps provide K-12 students and teachers with the tools to teach and build curriculum around coding, basic computer skills and, as of last year, AI literacy. On Thursday, the company announced a $4.5 million seed round, with investors including Brighteye Ventures, Day One Capital, and artist Wil.i.am. Notably, last November, the company announced a partnership with the vibe coding tool Lovable that…

Etched, the AI chip startup founded by three Harvard dropouts in 2022, has closed a $300 million Series C funding round at a $10.3 billion valuation, co-founder and COO Robert Wachen tells TechCrunch. The round was led by Sequoia, with Andreessen Horowitz, SK Hynix, Jane Street, and Diffusion Capital also participating, along with other, earlier investors. Other backers of the company include names like Peter Thiel, Andrej Karpathy, Dylan Field, Amjad Masad, and more. Etched was previously valued at $5 billion in December when it raised a $500 million round, meaning it has doubled its valuation in about seven months. The company says this is the…

This article is a companion to Enterprise Document Intelligence, the series whose philosophy is laid out in Amplify the Expert. It zooms in on brick 4 (generation) of the four-brick architecture, and pushes back on the vocabulary teams reach for when a RAG answer is wrong. Hallucination, in the strict sense, is a fabrication from the model’s parametric memory: the LLM invents a fact without any grounding in the input. In RAG the model reads the context; when the answer is wrong, the cause is upstream, in the extraction chain (parsing, question, retrieval, or the generation contract itself). Calling every failure a hallucination closes the debate on…

It sounds like something from a horrifying science fiction story: an AI model goes rogue, takes actions that its creators believed they had specifically prevented it from doing, to complete a task in ways that they had not foreseen. But that was what OpenAI said had really happened, this week, when it revealed that an experimental version of ChatGPT had shown “unprecedented” behaviour and taken the autonomous decision to hack a rival AI company, Hugging Face. The incident has led to a rush at OpenAI to explain the situation, and show how it will prevent similar and perhaps even more disturbing events happening in the future. But it has also prompted…

Google is about to add another name to its long list of products with more than a billion users, a list that already includes Search, Gmail, Drive, Android, YouTube, and Chrome. The company said during its Q2 2026 call that the AI assistant Gemini now has over 950 million monthly users. The company noted that Gemini users have tripled from last year. Earlier in February, it said that the Gemini app crossed 750 million monthly active users. With this growth, Google’s assistant is in line to compete more closely with OpenAI’s ChatGPT, which hit 1 billion monthly active users in June. “Users love new agentic features like Daily Brief and our personalized…

Nigeria has called upon African nations to come together in shaping the continent’s digital future, advocating for enhanced cooperation in telecommunications, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital infrastructure in anticipation of significant global policy discussions. This as the Executive Vice-Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian Communications Commission, NCC, Dr Aminu Maida, emphasized the necessity for telecommunications regulators across Africa to establish a more intentional, systematic, and beneficial exchange of experiences for their organizations. This appeal was made during the African Telecommunications Union,…

Quantized models are often compared using a single convenient number: model size, bits per weight, perplexity, KL divergence, or tokens per second. Each of these metrics answers a useful question. None answers the full deployment question: Which quant should I run on my hardware? This three-part series develops ByteShapeâs practical approach to quantized-model evaluation. The framework is simple: Does the model fit? How well does it perform? How fast does it run on the target hardware? Fit determines which models are possible. Downstream quality and measured throughput determine which of those models are practical. Part 1: Fit, Quality, and Speed: A…

See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred Source Brits heading for their summer holidays are facing increasingly lengthy airport delays at a series of Europe's top tourism hot-spots - with experts pointing to some of the worst offending terminals. In recent days, huge queues have been seen spilling out into car parks with passengers caught up in mayhem at major airports in Italy, Portugal, Greece and Spain. The introduction of the European Union's new Entry/Exist System (EES) in April has meant that non-EU travellers now have to provide fingerprints and a facial image in the Schengen zone. The move was intended to make border checks more…

Agriculture Minister T. Siddique has said that universities should focus more on research works than political activities. He was at the University of Calicut campus at Tenhipalam in Malappuram district on Thursday (July 23, 2026) to open its 58th founding day celebrations. Mr. Siddique said a university should not confine its role into a “factory producing certificates” but develop itself as a centre churning out graduates who are knowledge carriers. He urged the university authorities to look back and correct the mistakes that could have happened in the past decades. T.V. Ibrahim, MLA, was the chief guest at the event. Vice-Chancellor P. Raveendran…

OpenAI has announced a 3.2 gigawatt AI data center in Georgia The campus will be built on an existing industrially-zoned warehouse project OpenAI has laid out four commitments to the local community OpenAI is planning to build a new $30 billion AI data center campus in Effingham County, Georgia, that will deliver 3.2 gigawatts of compute once fully operational. The site, named ‘Project Camellia’, will span 1,400 acres and is expected to be completed in phases between 2028 and 2032. The construction will take place on a pre-existing industrially-zoned warehouse project in the Savannah Gateway Industrial Hub. But OpenAI’s announcement significantly…

If success is measured by commitment, then Samsung’s foldable business is now more successful than ever. With the addition of the quirkily sized Galaxy Z Fold 8, introduced here at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked on July 22, there are now three Samsung Galaxy Z smartphone options to choose from. Sure, foldables account for perhaps a single percentage point of the overall smartphone market, but Samsung is now more committed to the category than ever. So, success, right? To understand that commitment, I, along with Tom’s Guide Global Editor in Chief Mark Spoonauer, sat down in Samsung’s South Korea headquarters a few weeks before the Galaxy Unpacked with Jay…

There’s no shortage of great shows and movies to watch, but discovering something new isn’t always easy. Amazon’s Fire TV Stick 4K Plus and Fire TV Stick 4K Max come with redesigned software that aims to make it easier to finding something you’ll like, and both 4K-ready streaming sticks are back to their lowest prices to date. The Fire TV Stick 4K Max, Amazon’s fastest, most feature-packed stick, is $34.99 ($25 off) at Best Buy and Target, while the Fire TV Stick 4K Plus with fewer capabilities is on sale for $24.99 ($25 off) at Best Buy and Target. Amazon’s best 4K streaming sticks are up to 40 percent off Plus, we’ve found deals on a portable power…

Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.co.uk See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred Source Romeo Beckham looked just like his famous father David when they showed off their tattooed torsos during their family holiday in Ibiza on Wednesday. The shirtless father and son duo flexed their muscles while wearing matching white towels after a swim in the sea. The Beckham clan are currently sailing across the Mediterranean on their luxury £16million yacht, Seven. Their annual family yacht trip marks exactly a year after Romeo trolled his brother Cruz for wearing tight white pants. Victoria, 52, looked as glamorous as ever in a plunging…

This tempting Google Pixelsnap Charger deal even beats its Prime Day price Jul 23, 2026 — 10:47 AM ET A magnetic charging stand is a handy pick for anyone who wants their phone upright and easy to see while it powers up on a desk or nightstand. There’s also a good deal on the Google Pixelsnap Charger with Stand at Amazon right now, bringing it down to $50.39. That price is 28% off the $69.99 recommended retail price, which saves you $20. It’s also the lowest price we’ve seen in over six months, and even lower than last month’s Prime Day sale, so this is a strong time to grab one if this kind of charger fits your setup. The Google Pixelsnap Charger…

Dating reality shows are a popular genre Apple TV has entirely avoided. And while its newly announced series, The Last Person on Earth, is being billed as a “documentary series” rather than “reality,” it’s the streamer’s first dating show nonetheless. The Last Person on Earth to feature renowned couples therapist Esther Perel for ‘innovative experiment’ Esther Perel is a renowned couples therapist and NYT bestselling author in the domain of relationships. Perel is also at the center of Apple TV’s newly announced 8-part dating documentary series: The Last Person on Earth. Per the press release: ”In the series, couples who appear to be opposites are…

Lego's latest Nintendo collab is a playable Donkey Kong arcade machine Barrels of fun. Lego's ongoing partnership with Nintendo has produced some of its all-time great sets, including a buildable NES replica, a posable Bowser and the two-in-one Great Deku Tree set. Next off the production line is a brick-built tribute to the arcade game that started it all, with the 1,371-piece Lego Donkey Kong Arcade. Aimed primarily at its nostalgic adult audience, this playable replica of the classic Donkey Kong arcade cabinet features a working lever that you pull to release one of the 21 included barrels. The joystick controls Jumpman (or Mario, before he became…

Imagine an automated torture chamber where one calamity after another is inflicted upon you. Worse yet, it’s all robots doing the pushing, pulling, pressing, switching, and lighting. A robot even delivers you to this house of horrors. Of course, you’re a Samsung Galaxy phone, and you were actually built to take this kind of punishment, or at least expected to survive it. Housed in a basketball court-sized room, this is one of Samsung’s endlessly running test suites for its growing line of Samsung Galaxy S series and Galaxy Z folding phones. A few weeks ago, Samsung flew me out to South Korea to visit its Gumi factory where, among other things, they…

We just got a fresh info dump on Apple's incoming Macs It includes the assertion that the MacBook OLED may be on track for a debut later this year, and that it's now being tested with macOS 27.1 The laptop will have the M5 Pro and Max chips, with a follow-up potentially arriving as early as the end of 2027 with the M7 Pro and Max Apple's planning to launch a whole load of new Macs over the next couple of years, and if you were wondering about the MacBook OLED, seemingly this laptop remains on target for a possible launch later this year. Mark Gurman spilled a whole lot of info and updates in a Bloomberg report that details Apple's upcoming Mac…

AI hardware has been a pretty simple game for years: Whose GPU has the most FLOPS, the most memory, or the fastest clock? But as hyperscalers want more performance from the same size of facilities, who controls the fabric between the chips is becoming another question frequently asked – in large part because it can dictate whether AI hardware follows the principles of Moore’s law that have held for decades, or breaks out into a new paradigm. “Moore's Law is deader than a doornail, absolutely just toast,” said Nick Harris, chief executive of photonics firm Lightmatter, in an interview with Tom's Hardware Premium. The way to make a processor faster used…

PRAGUE, July 23. /TASS/. Russian Ambassador to the Czech Republic Anna Ponomaryova said that she explained the rationale and the objectives of the special military operation to Czech Foreign Minister Petr Macinka. "I met with the Czech foreign minister yesterday. Petr Macinka has called for 'an end to war with Ukraine', claiming that its reasons are 'of no interest to anyone', and its goals are 'unclear'. I did my best to explain the reasons and the objectives of the special military operation in Ukraine to him," she wrote on the embassy’s Telegram channel. "As for the 'end of the war', such appeals from a high-ranking official of a country that is…

This is an entry from: Live: Jordanian army intercepts Iranian missiles, as fighting rages for 12th day Iran attempted to infiltrate operational cell into Israel to assassinate officials, Mossad says The Mossad announced that it thwarted an Iranian attempt to infiltrate an operational cell into Israel to assassinate senior Israeli officials, Israeli media reports. The operation was uncovered through cooperation with several foreign services, the reports added.

Africa Intelligence Brief — Thursday, July 23, 2026 Executive Summary Africa Intelligence Brief July 23 — Sudan village attack kills 85, Nigeria holds rate at 27.5%, and an ICC petition targets South Africa. A snapshot Rio Times · Africa Intelligence Brief July 23 Africa Intelligence Brief July 23 — A brutal attack on a Sudanese village and the massacre of farmers in Nigeria capped a dark 24 hours, exposing a painful gap between state protection and human life. Yet defiance flickered in Casablanca and hope in Dakar, as the continent’s relentless search for dignity continued against the odds. Sudan — A Village Wiped Out Paramilitary fighters kill 85 in…

MOSCOW, July 23. /TASS/. Russian troops are evacuating civilians from the town of Konstantinovka to the DPR and providing them with food, while Ukraine is trying to prevent that, said deputy commander of the unmanned systems unit of the 4th separate Motorized Rifle Brigade of the Southern Group of Forces with the call sign Ustye. "At the moment, we have moved to evacuating the civilian population from Konstantinovka. The process is in full swing. We are helping them, and also provide provisions while they are evacuating. We are providing them with any assistance so that they get where they need to get to safely," he said in a video provided by the…

See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred Source Iran has warned that Britain's RAF Fairford is a 'legitimate target' after the US used the base to launch a B1 bomber raid. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) issued a statement threatening the 'British regime' with attacks if it continues to support America's war effort against Tehran. 'The aggressive US military, which had been using cruise missiles from its ships in the Indian Ocean in its aggressions after the official resumption of the war, turned to using B1 aircraft flying from Fairford Air Base in England [...] as the missile reserves of the aforementioned ships ran out,'…

The mega Parent-Teacher Meeting (PTM) 4.0 will be held across government schools and junior colleges in Chittoor and Annamayya districts on July 24 (Friday). Officials are calling it a major initiative to strengthen parent-teacher partnerships and improve learning outcomes. In Chittoor district, the programme will be organised in 2,076 government schools and 26 government junior colleges, bringing together 1,03,091 students, their parents, teachers, public representatives and officials. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 12.45 p.m. in all government schools, including KGBVs, residential and ashram schools. Special officers and Education department…

With the US and Iran back at war following a prolonged but shaky truce, the latest US strikes seem to be less focused on Iran's coastal installations and maritime targets in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian media and local officials have reported strikes on bridges, tunnels, roads, rail infrastructure, power facilities and desalination plants in southern Iran over the past week. Hormozgan province, just north of the Strait of Hormuz, has been hit especially hard. According to Iranian media, six bridges in Khamir county were struck early on Friday, July 17. Hours later, more reports followed of attacks on two tunnels and two more bridges in Hormozgan. At…

Absa Nears Deal to Merge Tanzanian Banks into $3bn Lender Africa · Eastern Absa Group is nearing an Absa Tanzania deal that would merge its two local banks into a single lender with roughly US$3 billion in assets, reshaping the country’s banking hierarchy and deepening Africa’s shift toward homegrown financial power. What the Absa Tanzania deal actually involves Johannesburg-based Absa Group is close to an agreement that would see National Bank of Commerce Ltd absorb Absa Bank Tanzania Ltd. The combined entity would hold approximately US$3 billion in assets, according to people familiar with the matter. That would make it Tanzania’s largest lender…

House again passes resolution seeking to halt military action in Iran as some Republicans defect WASHINGTON (AP) — The House on Thursday narrowly passed a resolution to halt U.S. military action in Iran, sending a warning to President Donald Trump for the second time as the war has escalated and the future of the conflict is increasingly uncertain. The 214-208 vote requiring congressional approval for the war comes as the Senate is expected to consider a similar resolution later Thursday morning. Though the votes forced by Democrats are largely symbolic, they are meant as a strong signal to the Republican president that his support on Capitol Hill is…

See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred Source New Zealand has named a new inter-island ferry after Captain Cook despite condemnation from 'snivelling wokesters.' The new vessel linking the country's North Island and South Island will be named after the British Royal Navy officer and explorer who led voyages to the Pacific. But the decision to name the ferry after Cook, who killed Māori when he and his crew arrived in New Zealand in October 1769, has sparked criticism as the country has been making moves over the last few years to come to terms with its colonial history. However, the country's foreign minister, Winston Peters, has…

Sign in. It’s quick, free and it’s up to you. An account is an optional way to support the work we do. Find out more. TWO GARDAÍ WHO were hospitalised after becoming unwell while on duty at Edenderry garda station in Co Offaly have been released from hospital, An Garda Síochána has confirmed. The two garda members became unwell on Wednesday after being involved in processing vape products. The products were seized from a commercial premises as part of an ongoing investigation. It’s understood gardaí had requested the assistance of the Defence Forces to the station on Wednesday evening. A garda spokesperson said in a statement this afternoon that both…

The City Police Commissioner, Thrissur, has proposed measures to strengthen regulatory safeguards and safety standards to minimise the risk of accidents involving explosive substances such as firecrackers. The official filed a statement before the Division Bench of Chief Justice Soumen Sen and Justice V.M. Syam Kumar in a suo motu petition based on news reports of the Mundathikode fireworks tragedy in April. Advocate General Jaju Babu, who appeared in the court, informed the Bench that certain manufacturers were supplying substantially larger quantities of fireworks for public displays without authorisation or adequate storage facilities, resulting in…

A 65-year-old cyclist has died of injuries sustained in a collision last week, Montreal police said Thursday. The collision occurred on the evening of July 16 at an intersection near Jos Montferrand Park in Montreal’s Sainte-Marie neighbourhood. Get breaking National news The collision involved one car and two cyclists, Johany Charland, a spokesperson for Montreal police, told Global News. The second cyclist was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Montreal police said this is the 10th fatal collision on city streets this year. The investigation is ongoing.

Showing now | News 02:22 Children dragged under pier by powerful waves saved in dramatic rescue A dramatic Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) rescue saw two young boys saved after they were dragged underneath Blackpool Pier by powerful waves. Kizza, 12, and Subby, 10, were swimming in the sea during a family day trip to Blackpool to celebrate Eid al-Adha on 28 May when the tide came in, dragging them beneath the structure. Bodycam footage released by the RNLI on Thursday (23 July) shows volunteer lifeboat crews pulling the two boys to safety, who were “close to drowning”. Their cousin Ted, 21, is seen clinging to a beam. The boys were then…

Showing now | News 00:37 Video: Tornado rips through Kentucky farm in path of destruction Dramatic footage shows a tornado sending debris flying through the air as it tears through a Kentucky farm. Workers from Craigmyle Farm Equipment captured the moment that the twister formed over a farm in Owenton County on Tuesday (21 July), before destroying everything in its path as it travelled over the fields. According to the National Weather Service in Wilmington, an EF1 tornado with winds of up to 110mph tore through northern parts of the state, leaving a trail of damage. Despite the intense destruction left in its wake, only minor injuries and no…

LAHORE: Heavy monsoon rains caused widespread water accumulation across Lahore on Thursday, disrupting routine life, slowing traffic and creating difficulties for commuters as rainwater remained stagnant on major roads, intersections and underpasses in several parts of the provincial capital. Despite claims by the district administration and the Water and Sanitation Agency (WASA) Lahore that drainage operations were being carried out on an emergency basis, residents faced difficulties due to three to four feet of standing water on streets, roads and submerged underpasses, along with slow traffic movement. The city received 343 millimetres of rain over…

Showing now | News 00:48 Entire row of shops dragged underwater in powerful flooding An entire row of shops was swept away during heavy flash flooding in India on Tuesday (21 July). Footage shows the complex in Jammu and Kashmir's Budgam district slowly giving way as powerful floodwater eroded its foundations and submerged stores. The structure quickly collapsed and disappeared into the murky water. Authorities confirmed that the centre was evacuated before it collapsed and there were no injuries or fatalities reported. It comes as the region battles a deadly spell of extreme weather that has claimed the lives of at least 25 people.

Before you ship your college kid back to campus, you might consider the quality of water coming out of their dorm or apartment taps. In partnership with ZeroWater, Culligan has released the first-ever ranking of U.S. college towns based on tap water quality, grading the largest college towns in each state on a scale of A–F for lead and PFAS (“forever chemicals”). The timing is notable with back-to-school season approaching and water quality a growing concern for college-aged adults. This year’s incoming class is shaping up to be the most health-conscious yet — nearly 30% of Gen Z and Millennials surveyed say wellness matters more to them now than it…

About 500 national guard members have been deployed across West Virginia after torrential rain caused flash floods in parts of the state this week, and as emergency crews continue search and rescue operations. Speaking at a news conference on Wednesday, West Virginia’s governor, Patrick Morrisey, said that the state remained in a “phase of search and rescue” with teams working to “identify any individual who we might be able to save”. “We concerned about loss of life,” Morrisey said. “We’re not here to make any specific announcements pertaining to that, but we are concerned about that and that’s why all of our efforts remain focused on examining…

C.P. Rajendran, geoscientist, has said that the a comprehensive probe is required to find out the causes of the debris slip at Kalladi near the Anakkampoyil-Kalladi-Meppadi tunnel road entrance in Wayanad earlier this month. Mr. Rajendran, one of the members of the expert team appointed by the State government to look into the various circumstances that led to the disaster on July 7, 2026, was addressing the media after visiting the site on Thursday (July 23, 2026) afternoon. He was accompanied by other members of the team. Mr. Rajendran said a hasty conclusion about the incident was not possible. He added that the team would examine in detail if…

In a first, Chinese woman wins the prestigious Fields Medal For the first time, a Chinese woman has been awarded the world's most prestigious mathematics prize, the Fields Medal, bringing the total count of Chinese-born medalists to three, as two mathematicians from the country clinched medals this year. Often referred to as the Nobel Prize of mathematics, Fields Medals are awarded every four years to between two and four mathematicians under 40, recognizing both achievement and potential. This year marks only the third time a woman has ever won the coveted award in its 90-year history. The recipients, whose medals were presented at the opening…

Introduction One of the biggest mysteries in cosmology seems to keep getting bigger. Astronomers have known since the 1930s that the universe is expanding, but in the 1990s, the discovery that this expansion is accelerating rather than slowing down came as a huge shock to the field. Something had to be driving that acceleration, and dark energy was proposed as the cause. What began as a seismic shock in cosmology eventually led to a Nobel prize. But this story has a sequel, and it comes with another major plot twist. The two main methods for estimating the universe’s present-day expansion rate are producing significantly different answers. As a…

A team of UCLA scientists has resorted to posting content on OnlyFans to raise money for research amid huge federal funding cuts to U.S. science. But the videos aren't of themselves, they're exclusive recordings of marmots. "I spend a lot of time waiting for marmots to do things and had the idea one slow morning," Daniel Blumstein, a professor of ecology and evolutionary biology at UCLA, who leads the project, told Live Science in an email. "When I came back with this idea, one of my graduate students immediately said we MUST do this! So here we are!" Researchers at the Rocky Mountain Biological Laboratory (RMBL) have been studying yellow-bellied…

Built for professional makers, workshops, and small businesses, the xTool F2 Ultra industrial-grade desktop laser engraver is currently selling for $3,998.99 at Amazon, down from its $4,999 list price. It features a powerful 60W MOPA (Master Oscillator Power Amplifier) fiber laser capable of deep engraving, 3D embossing, color engraving, and cutting metal up to 2mm thick. It also supports black marking on aluminum, laser cleaning, thin metal welding, and works with stainless steel, titanium, brass, gold, silver, and more. Should you buy it? ✅ Buy the xTool F2 Ultra if... This machine is designed for anyone producing custom products, industrial parts,…

Fields and Abacus Medals 2026 Every four years, the math world’s preeminent awards are given to the finest minds of a generation. The young winners — all under 40 on the first day of the year — have reshaped mathematics and theoretical computer science. Here are their stories.

Four mathematicians whose work covers areas like algebraic geometry and partial differential equations are the latest recipients of the Fields Medals, an award that is given out every four years to the brightest young researchers in the field. This year’s recipients, announced on Thursday during the International Congress of Mathematics in Philadelphia, solved cutting-edge problems, including one that seemed like a simple puzzle of geometry and another that derived a fundamental equation that describes the motion of gases. The medalists include two people who were born in China — Yu Deng, 37, a professor at the University of Chicago, and Hong Wang,…

Introduction In theoretical computer science, the key to cracking tough problems is finding the right tools. Most researchers gravitate toward tools that match the problems they hope to solve, and some devote entire careers to mastering a few familiar techniques. But Shayan Oveis Gharan, a computer scientist at the University of Washington in Seattle, has never been content with the familiar. When he sticks with the same approach for too long, he gets restless. “I’m not learning anything new,” he said. “I’m just sort of staying where I am.” Physically as well as intellectually, Oveis Gharan seems to have trouble staying still. Talk to him about his…

Tiruchi MP Durai Vaiko on Friday called on Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in New Delhi and urged him to take immediate steps to nominate Sri Ranganathaswamy Temple in Srirangam for the UNESCO World Heritage site status. In a representation submitted to him, Mr. Durai Vaiko said that the temple, one of India’s most revered and historically significant temple complexes, was included in the UNESCO Tentative List submitted by the Centre in 2014. However, despite the passage of several years, the formal nomination dossier had not yet been submitted to the UNESCO for evaluation. The temple possessed Outstanding Universal…

BreakingFields Medal win: Wang Hong, Deng Yu are first Chinese nationals to score top maths honour Two former Peking University classmates now stand together on the world’s highest stage for mathematicians For the first time, China has produced Fields Medal winners educated on its own soil – and two at once. Chinese mathematicians Wang Hong and Deng Yu took the honour, alongside John Pardon and Jacob Tsimerman. It is also the first time that two mathematicians who completed their undergraduate training in mainland China have shared the prize in the same year. With this, China becomes the fifth country – after the United States, France, Britain and…

Orcas filmed smashing giant sunfish into thousands of pieces Orcas were caught using high-speed teamwork to blast sunfish into bite-sized pieces, revealing another astonishing hunting behavior. Date: July 23, 2026 Source: Frontiers Summary: Researchers in the Gulf of California have documented a dramatic orca behavior never described before. In two separate encounters, one orca gripped a dead sunfish by the fin while another charged into it at high speed, blasting the carcass into thousands of pieces. Share: Orcas are among the ocean's most intelligent and formidable predators. They have been seen targeting many kinds of animals, including whales…

Nvidia’s efforts to deploy its GPUs far and wide is aiming at a new target: the Moon. Lunar Outpost, a startup building robotics for space infrastructure, announced on Thursday that its Moon rover will use Jetson chips to control its LiDAR system. When it does, it is likely to be the first GPU on the lunar surface. “We’re taking the NVIDIA Jetson and comparing it to our flight compute platform that has a little bit more spaceflight heritage,” Lunar Outpost CEO Justin Cyrus said. “[We’re] seeing what the pros are, seeing what the cons are. And we’re really pushing towards trying to adopt these more capable GPU-powered systems in these extreme…

Nasa is about to launch a space observatory that could help settle some of the biggest mysteries in modern astronomy. The Nancy Grace Roman space telescope will study how the universe began, what it is made of and how it has evolved over time. The observatory is named after Nasa’s first chief of astronomy and its first female executive. Nancy Grace Roman, who died in 2018 aged 93, made important contributions to our understanding of stars and played a crucial role in shaping Nasa’s space-based astronomy programme. The telescope is undergoing final preparations ahead of a launch set to take place from Florida’s Kennedy Space Center in late August. It…

When Josep Masalles was 17 years old, he was captivated by a partial eclipse of the sun over Barcelona, where he lives in northeastern Spain. It sparked a lifelong fascination that has taken him around the world. In the 53 years that have followed, Masalles has witnessed 43 eclipses, including 22 total solar eclipses. "The beauty of an eclipse is incomparable," explained Masalles when we spoke at the headquarters of the Barcelona Astronomical Society, or ASTER, where he is president. "For me, it has also meant a way to travel, to see other societies and cultures, and to meet other astronomers." Masalles, along with other astronomers, is now preparing…

Minister for Large and Medium Industries M.B. Patil on Thursday (July 23) said that a 200-acre semiconductor park in Phase I of Knowledge, Wellbeing and Innovation (KWIN) City is expected to become operational by December this year. Speaking at the inaugural session of the 15th Strategic Electronics Summit-2026, Mr. Patil said that Karnataka’s upcoming Aerospace and Defence Policy 2026–2031 would place strong emphasis on developing integrated clusters for advanced electronic warfare systems, embedded software, electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (e-VTOL) technologies and payloads for the space sector. “Two years ago, the State government had…

In satellite data captured over Antarctica, what appears to be a beautiful, colorful hummingbird emerges from the crest of a mountaintop. What is it? While there are no hummingbirds flying around Antarctica, we can see what looks like a small, purple bird in a new satellite image of an Antarctic mountain. The dark belly of this "bird" at the center of this image is actually the top of the mountain Nunatak Zaterjavshijsja in East Antarctica. What looks like a bird's tail is a stream of ice flowing northeast all the way out to the ocean, and what appear to be feathers splaying outward from the mountaintop are actually crevasses down the mountain. These…

The Kerala government launched the women-only ‘pink bus’ service introduced by the Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC), at the Thiruvananthapuram Central depot on Thursday (July 23, 2026), as part of the government’s 100-day action plan. Speaking after inaugurating the State-level roll-out of the initiative, Transport Minister C.P. John said the project is being implemented with the aim of ensuring safe and comfortable travel for working women. The government’s goal is to create an environment where women can travel freely. Pink bus services will operate at 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. to ensure safety during night travel for women working in places…

Published Jul 23, 2026, 9:14 AM EDT It's Lego's first The Original Series set Lego Star Trek 60th anniversary set revealed showcasing the Enterprise bridge Lego Icons Star Trek: U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701 Bridge (11385) Image: The Lego Group Star Trek turns 60 this year as The Original Series debuted in 1966. Lego is celebrating Star Trek's birthday by partnering with Paramount for Lego's second set based on the franchise, and the first that showcases the crew of the original U.S.S. Enterprise NCC-1701. The set recreates two iconic Enterprise interiors: the bridge and the transporter room. It comes complete with various computer stations, a screen…

The house of Muthulakshmi Reddy at Adyar, Chennai \| Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Work to renovate the stately home of Muthulakshmi Reddy, the country’s first woman medical graduate and the first woman to enter Indian legislature, located in Adyar in the city, will begin soon. This has become possible after the Tiruvannamalai Sri Arunachaleswarar Devasthanam, which owns the land on which the building is located, took steps to implement a Madras High Court order permitting the Cancer Institute (W.I.A.) to renovate the house. Dr. Reddy, the force behind the founding of the Cancer Institute (W.I.A.) Adyar, and founder of Avvai Home for Girls, lived…

Investments and Infrastructure Minister B.C. Janardhan Reddy with Athiraj Singh Chawla of Knots Aerospace Pvt. Ltd. at the Secretariat in Amaravati on Thursday. \| Photo Credit: Special Arrangement Delhi-based Knots Aerospace Pvt. Ltd. has expressed interest in setting up a Flight Training Organisation (FTO) in Andhra Pradesh, with a proposed investment of around ₹100 crore over the next five years. The proposal was discussed at a meeting between Investments and Infrastructure Minister B.C. Janardhan Reddy and the company’s representative, Athiraj Singh Chawla, at the Secretariat on Thursday (July 23, 2026). The company, which has experience in pilot…

If you're of a Martian persuasion, "Strange New Worlds"' season 4 opener couldn't have timed itself much better. Not only does this week mark the 50th anniversary of Viking 1 touching down on the surface of the red planet, new research from University of Oxford scientists recently suggested that Mars once had an active, interconnected system of magma beneath its surface. If accurate, this discovery might have made our Solar System next-door neighbor more habitable in its distant past. While life on Mars has long been an obsession of sci-fi creators — from HG Wells' "War of the Worlds" to "Doom" via John Carter and John Carpenter — "Star Trek"'s…

Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. On sweltering days when cooking over a hot stove feels unbearable, many people turn to frozen foods. Frozen rice, dumplings and pizza can be ready in just a few minutes in the microwave, making them a convenient option. However, improper handling can lead to safety risks. Knowing what to check before microwaving can help you enjoy frozen meals safely. Check packaging before microwaving The first thing to check when heating frozen food is the packaging. Some products are designed to be microwaved in their original packaging, but not all plastic wraps or containers are microwave-safe. Aluminum packaging or…

The FDA is weighing a politically charged decision on compounded peptides, Revolution Medicines is advancing a promising pancreatic cancer drug toward approval, and new evidence suggests Merck’s Ebola vaccine may help blunt the DRC’s Bundibugyo outbreak. | ## The need-to-know this morning | Earnings season rolls on, with RocheandArgenxreporting this morning. Verdiva Bio, which is working on obesity drugs, has hired Steve Marso as chief medical officer. He was previously CMO at Metsera, the obesity-focused biotech that Pfizer acquired last year. FDA panel will tackle the peptide issue Americans are increasingly using synthetic peptides — despite scant…

Scientists at The Wistar Institute have identified a new mechanism behind the chemotherapy resistance that makes ovarian cancer so lethal. In a new study, funded by top cancer research foundations and published in The Journal for ImmunoTherapy of Cancer, the researchers showed that chemotherapy triggers an inflammatory cascade that recruits immune cells into the tumor microenvironment, which ultimately function to protect the cancer from subsequent chemotherapy. Notably, this finding could improve outcomes for patients because the molecular pathway the researchers discovered has the potential to be blocked using drugs already in clinical use for other…

What does it take to develop a therapy for an ultra-rare disease? What are the allegations against a telehealth company that’s partnered with Novo Nordisk? And has a wanted fugitive been posing as a biotech executive? We discuss all that and more on this week’s episode of “The Readout LOUD,” STAT’s biotech podcast. We speak with our colleagues Jason Mast and Matthew Herper about their impactful look at one father’s mission to develop a treatment for his daughter’s ultra-rare disease. The subject of that feature, Matt Wilsey, also joins us. We also discuss STAT’s investigation into the GLP-1 prescribing practices of telehealth company LifeMD, as well…

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. took the helm of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services last year promising to overhaul the U.S. food system and restore confidence in the agencies that oversee it. The secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services now faces one of his biggest tests yet, as the country tries to contain an outbreak – or potentially multiple outbreaks – of foodborne illness. Two months and thousands of cases of cyclosporiasis later, it looks like the nation's already fragile system is faltering. Experts have long said the U.S. is underprepared to rein in foodborne outbreaks. But after the Trump administration slashed key…

A new curriculum will be introduced in anganwadis in the State the next academic year. The curriculum revision has been initiated, and the updated curriculum will be ready for roll out by January or February so that it can be implemented in the 33,115 anganwadis in the State in the 2027-28 academic year. The anganwadi curriculum was last revised in Kerala in 2014-15 on the basis of the National Early Childhood Care and Education Policy, 2013. The present curriculum adopts a thematic approach to early childhood education for anganwadi children in the age group of three to six years. Thirty themes, beginning with the immediate family unit and gradually…

Caesarean deliveries being performed under the Dr. NTR Vaidya Seva scheme in empanelled hospitals in Andhra Pradesh will be subjected to audits by the Health Department, Minister for Health, Medical and Family Welfare Satya Kumar Yadav has said. The Minister made the announcement on Thursday during a review meeting on the high number of Caesarean deliveries being performed in the network hospitals. The development comes amid reports of deaths of women who underwent C-section deliveries in Rajasthan. Stating that Caesarean deliveries should be carried out only when there is a medical necessity and only after assessing the health condition of the mother…

Midwest Poultry Services is recalling 1.6 million eggs over concerns that they could be contaminated with salmonella, the Food and Drug Administration said Wednesday. The recall covers white-shell and cage-free shell eggs produced at the company's Texas farms and distributed to retailers in six states. Salmonella Enteritidis can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in vulnerable populations such as young children or older adults. Symptoms in otherwise healthy people can include fever, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. The recalled eggs from Texas farms were produced and distributed to customers across six states between June 6 and July 3,…

From the moment they enter the world, human babies depend on others in a way that is unmatched across most species. Born relatively helpless, infants rely on caregivers not just for food and safety, but for something equally essential: touch. More than a simple comfort, physical closeness plays a powerful role in shaping a child’s development and the relationship they build with their caregivers. With babywearing — using slings, wraps or structured carriers — caregivers can keep their babies close while going about daily activities. Babywearing is not a new trend. It is an ancient practice found across cultures for thousands of years. What is new,…

Have YOU got a story? Email tips@dailymail.co.uk See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred Source Binky Felstead's mum Jane, often known as Mummy Felstead, has been rushed to hospital after a horror fall. Jane was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis back in 2017 and in the latest update, Binky's mother joked: 'I've pulled through again' as her daughter filmed her from her hospital bed. Lying in the bed with her head in a brace to keep her from moving, Jane's face was heavily bruised and there was dried blood across the side of her head. As Binky asked her: 'What do you want to say to your family?' Jane appeared in good spirits as she…

Member of Vance's protective detail subject of investigation, Secret Service says MSNOW reported agents on his detail were "fed up" with hastily arraigned travel. A member of Vice President JD Vance's protective detail is the subject of an investigation and potential criminal inquiry "involving allegations of compromising operational and information security," according to a Secret Service spokesman. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

**US fast-food chain Chick-fil-A has disclosed a data breach stemming from a credential stuffing attack targeting its customers’ online accounts. ** According to notifications sent to affected individuals, the attack targeted accounts on the Chick-fil-A One loyalty and rewards program. Threat actors conducted credential stuffing attacks against the Chick-fil-A mobile app and website on June 17-19, using credentials obtained from third-party sources, which can include data breaches at other companies, phishing campaigns, and data collected by infostealer malware. On July 13, the fast-food chain determined that the attackers may have obtained data…

A circuit breaker, bring back hope, do better – that’s what Andy Burnham promised Britain on Monday when he was sworn in as the new UK Prime Minister. And the digital rights community was watching closely as the seventh to stand in front of Downing Street in 10 years made his big, first-day promises. What will Burnham have planned for his predecessor’s divisive digital privacy policing? It turned out that the tech world didn't have to wait long for the answer. In fact, on the previous Saturday, Burnham had already made almost three million Britons happy with the news that he would scrap the controversial national digital ID plan. The new PM then sent…

Topline Google on Thursday introduced a new way to sign in or recover locked Google Accounts, putting biometric identity verification directly in the hands of its users by allowing them to record directed via selfie videos and submit them in lieu of a traditional password or security question. Key Facts Google’s new selfie video sign-in feature lets users record a short clip of themselves with head movement guidelines to verify their identity and, next time they need access to their account, they can take another selfie to get back in. The new software compares the new selfie to the original video—requiring users to perform simple movements to prove…

On Wednesday night, Salman Khan had spoken in the favour of the student protests against the NEET paper leak. He shared a childhood picture of himself and wrote, "It was such a peaceful movement, feel so sad that it had to take a violent turn. My heart goes out to the students and their families who were hurt. Paper leak is a very serious issue, and I am glad to know n see that the kids of our country have come together for a better educational system, and their parents supported them." He also appreciated the stand taken by the youth of the country. However, on Thursday, as PM Narendra Modi addressed the protests and promised to take strict action,…

When US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Russian Foreign Secretary Sergey Lavrov on Thursday in Manila, on the margins of a summit of Southeast Asian nations, Moscow’s war on Ukraine was officially the top agenda item. But the meeting between Rubio and Lavrov was held under the shadow of fresh reports suggesting that Russia might be playing a more active role than it has publicly acknowledged in Iran’s attacks on United States military sites in the Middle East. Recommended Stories list of 3 items- list 1 of 3What are ‘civilian’ sites in international law and where have US, Iran hit? - list 2 of 3Can the Suez save Asian oil consumers after Houthis…

More than 200 charges have been laid against 63 people, including three teenagers, in a significant investigation into child exploitation on the internet. The joint initiative involving the Ontario Provincial Police and 25 local police forces took place between June 1 and June 30. It consisted of 264 criminal investigations, 154 of which are ongoing, OPP said. Fifty-one victims have been identified. Through the investigation dubbed Project Time, 63 people have been arrested. All of the accused are from Ontario. Three of the accused are under the age of 17, two were in positions of trust and authority in their communities and eight are repeat…

Losing access to a Google account is rarely a quick fix, but Google has been actively working to make things easier. Last year, the company introduced a feature called Recovery Contacts that lets you designate a trusted friend or family member to verify your identity if you ever get locked out. Now, Google has introduced a new option, one that uses your face to get you back in instead of a phone call to a friend. Like Recovery Contacts, the new selfie video authentication feature requires some setup before you can use your face to sign into your Google account. This involves recording the reference video that Google will use to verify your identity…

By Maril Vernon, Field CISO, Anecdotes I spent years on the offensive side of security performing red and purple team assessments, bypassing controls that GRC teams, and often times even auditors, were convinced were working. Spoiler: it was rarely as difficult as it should have been. Not because those teams were careless, but because they were measured against a system that rewarded proving a control existed at one moment in time, not whether it would still hold up operationally on some random Tuesday six months after the audit. FedRAMP Rev5 was built around that model. Organizations described how controls were implemented, mapped those narratives to…

London’s mayor says falling crime shows the city is safe despite alarming online claims London’s mayor says falling crime shows the city is safe despite alarming online claims LONDON (AP) — London’s mayor and police chief on Thursday used a drop in recorded street crime to reassure tourists the city is safe and counter an online narrative depicting Britain’s capital as a lawless dystopia. The city’s Metropolitan Police force said “neighborhood crime,” a category that includes phone theft, pickpocketing, residential burglary and vehicle crime, fell 14% in the year to June. In Westminster borough – home to tourist magnets including Parliament, Soho and…

The Epic Games Store has a new free PC game on offer this week for Epic users. For a limited time, you can grab a story-rich card game for free. Foretales In Foretales, the fate of the world is in your hands. Well, in your cards might be more accurate; Foretales is a story-driven deckbuilder set in a cursed world. With a branching storyline and multiple endings, what happens to the realm is up to you. Battle foes with turn-based card combat. Each card features expressive and colorful artwork, and Foretales is narrated by Critical Role's Travis Willingham. People have enjoyed Foretales' card battles for the most part; it has a 75 on OpenCritic and over…

San Diego Comic-Con is in full swing, and io9 has an exclusive first look at a few of the Marvel toys Hasbro has on display at the convention. First up is a Marvel Legends two-pack featuring Vision and the Scarlet Witch from the Avengers: The Crossing era of Avengers comics. In addition to the two characters, the set comes with seven accessories, including two alternate hands for each character and three hex magic effects. These are just badass to the extreme. Here are a few images. That set costs $56 and will be available to pre-order on July 30 at 1 p.m. EST on HasbroPulse.com, Amazon, and Fan Channel retailers. Next up, we’ve also got your first…

It is 2001. Iâm playing Haloâs opening level on Microsoftâs new console, the Xbox. Iâm having a good time. It is 2011. Iâm playing Haloâs opening level in Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary Edition. Iâm having a good time. It is 2014. Iâm playing Haloâs opening level in the Master Chief Collection. Iâm having a good time. It is 2026. Iâm playing Haloâs opening level in Halo: Campaign Evolved. Iâm trying to have a good time. Out now via paid early access, Halo: Campaign Evolved is a full remake of the original Halo, which was developed and released by Bungie back in 2001 as a launch game for the original Xbox. Once again, Master Chief and Cortana crash…

Halo: Campaign Evolved attracted an understandable level of skepticism after it was announced in 2025. After all, this isn't the first redux of the game that kicked off Xbox’s iconic sci-fi FPS series. Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary was released in 2011, built on the Halo: Reach engine, with revamped graphics and the addition of both skulls and terminals. That was then re-released for Xbox One as part of Halo: The Master Chief Collection, and again for Windows PC as part of the same collection in 2020. This time, with Halo: Campaign Evolved, developer Halo Studios took the original game and completely rebuilt it in Unreal Engine 5. The result? One…

15 November 2001. The day one of the most popular genres in gaming changed forever. Halo: Combat Evolved quite literally evolved how combat worked in first-person shooters. It introduced a two-stick control system that actually worked, a strict two-weapon limit, and three distinct ways to take out enemies in the form of guns, grenades and melee. It also introduced intelligent AI enemies that could flank you, rechargeable shields, seamless vehicle combat and the ability to play with and against others over LAN. All of this is pretty much taken for granted these days, but make no mistake, Halo: Combat Evolved was revolutionary at the time. With Halo…

TechRadar Verdict Halo: Campaign Evolved brings back the classic shooter in a new remake that’s shockingly faithful, but offers just enough gameplay improvements, updates, and additions. It’s worth revisiting if you’ve played Master Chief’s first adventure before, and the best way to experience it if you haven’t yet. The lack of multiplayer, however, makes it feel incomplete. Pros +Gunplay feels as smooth as ever +Updated gameplay mechanics are welcome +Co-op works flawlessly Cons -No multiplayer -Bonus levels are inconsistent Why you can trust TechRadar The Halo series is in an awkward spot right now. With 2021’s Halo Infinite being the last major…

It’s impossible to talk about a new Xbox game without also talking about the state of Xbox. Microsoft’s gaming division is in freefall: Recent headlines are dominated by extensive layoffs, decimated studios, and confusing strategies, most of which stem from years of bad decisions and expensive acquisitions. But it wasn’t always that way. Through its first two generations of existence, Xbox held its own against its more established rivals Nintendo and Sony, and a big reason for that was Halo. Bungie’s shooter coupled a grand sci-fi story with nearly pitch-perfect action and single-handedly created a reason to buy an Xbox. Now, the game has gotten a…

Few things scream Halo so much as venting a Grunt's cranium to the sound of cheering children and a burst of confetti. Well, you'll be glad to know that Grunt Birthday Party is still available in Halo: Campaign Evolved. This skull collectible, alongside the other 32 added to the game, is actually available in the new bonus missions. Though this guide won't contain anything particularly spoilery, I will describe a few details about the final bonus mission in order to indicate where the skull is, so be aware. All that said, here's where to find Grunt Birthday Party. Halo: Campaign Evolved Grunt Birthday Party location You can find Grunt Birthday Party…

It's wise to turn off motion blur in any game that will let you, but Halo: Campaign Evolved has some of the worst I've experienced in recent times—and that goes doubly so for handhelds and lower-end rigs. If you're running between 30 and 60 fps, the game becomes a nightmare of blurred frames with no more than a small shift of the head. Luckily, it's easy to turn off. Simply go into the settings menu, find the video tab, and then scroll down until you find motion blur. Given the amount of grenades in the game, I'd probably turn off screen shake while you're down there too. Admittedly, if your rig can get up to 100 fps, perhaps by turning on some…

I've been playing Halo: Campaign Evolved on the rather beefy Asus ROG Xbox Ally X without upscaling and things aren't looking pretty. Well, they are looking quite pretty, but they certainly aren't running pretty. You'll definitely want some upscaling to do that, and in my testing, FSR Medium is the best way to go. Strangely, there isn't an option to disable upscaling altogether in Halo Campaign Evolved as of the time of writing. There are instead 'native' modes with TSR, FSR or DLSS. This essentially acts like anti-aliasing, without any of the performance benefits of upscaling. With TSR set to native, I saw an average fps of 20 and 1% lows of 14.3…

// React · Linux · TypeScript · GLib · Rust The React framework for Linux Write declarative React apps like you're used to. Ship native Linux apps, with first-class GTK4 and Adwaita support. import {GtkApplication, GtkApplicationWindow, GtkLabel,} from "@gtkx/jsx/gtk";import { createRoot } from "@gtkx/react"; const App = () => (<GtkApplication><GtkApplicationWindow title="My App"><GtkLabel>Hello from GTKX 👋</GtkLabel></GtkApplicationWindow></GtkApplication>); createRoot().render(<App />);``npm create gtkx@rcBuilt on the GNOME stack and standard web tooling GObject GTK4 Adwaita GNOME React TypeScript Vite Rust Why GTKX Native. Declarative. Typed. GTK4…

Collabora Productivity has spent the past decade proving that an open source office suite can compete directly with Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace without asking organizations to give up control of their infrastructure or their documents. All of that is backed by a team of open source engineers whose work has made Collabora a trusted name when enterprises go shopping for a collaborative document platform. Celebrating the 10-year anniversary of Collabora Online, they have now released Collabora Online 26.04, marking a major milestone for the self-hostable offering. We already saw this Most of what ships in Collabora Online 26.04 will look familiar…

Volunteering at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 isn’t just about scoring free admission (though a free three-day pass is a pretty sweet perk). It’s your chance to get a behind-the-scenes look at how one of the world’s biggest startup conferences gets built — and to connect with the people shaping the future of tech while you’re doing it. Whether you’re an aspiring founder looking to understand how world-class events operate, an event enthusiast wanting hands-on experience, or someone hungry for inspiration and connections, volunteering at Disrupt 2026 is your all-access pass to see how the magic happens. TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 hits Moscone West in San…

Today on Decoder, I’m talking with Hayden Field, The Verge’s senior AI reporter, about the major trade secrets lawsuit between Apple and OpenAI and what this tells us about OpenAI’s future. Apple’s OpenAI lawsuit is about who gets to define the post-smartphone era OpenAI can’t afford another lawsuit, especially not with a company like Apple. By now I’m sure most Decoder listeners are familiar with Apple’s allegations in this case. The company says a number of ex-Apple employees at OpenAI targeted Apple’s trade secrets in job interviews and even downloaded files from Apple’s servers related to hardware manufacturing. The claims are shocking, although…

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The Chaos ransomware group ran its command-and-control through the victim's own browser. Cisco Talos on Thursday detailed msaRAT, the Rust implant behind it, found on a compromised Windows machine ahead of the encryptor. The implant never opens an outbound connection of its own. Its process talks to 127.0.0.1 and nothing else. It starts Chrome or Edge in headless mode and drives the browser over the Chrome DevTools Protocol, the browser's own debugging API. Every C2 message travels out from there through a WebRTC data channel relayed by Twilio's TURN service, so what a defender sees on the wire is a browser calling Cloudflare and Twilio. The…

Man sues OpenAI, alleging bad medical advice: "It manipulated me" A former pastor is speaking out, claiming ChatGPT's guidance landed him in the hospital. He's now suing OpenAI and its CEO. The company said, in part, "ChatGPT is not a doctor and should never be used as a substitute for medical care." Jo Ling Kent reports.

From writing ‘Cop Killer’ to playing a cop on SVU, ICE-T is no stranger to personal evolution. After losing both parents by seventh grade, he was sent to Los Angeles, where he learned to survive without a family. Here, he hustled for money and respect until rap gave him another route. Eventually, acting opened another path, forcing him to step outside the persona he built to protect himself. Now, in his late 60s, he understands that the chaos of his early life existed to propel him forward, and that there is more to life than just survival. We created this video for The Me I Used to Be, a Big Think interview series created in partnership with Unlikely…

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…

ServiceNow CEO Bill McDermott calls for move from "AI chaos to AI discipline" Comments come after OpenAI model infiltrated Hugging Face McDermott says ServiceNow tools come with a "kill switch" to prevent such incidents ServiceNow CEO Bill McDermott has laid out why his company's AI offerings have an advantage over the competition, partly because of built-in controls which can cut off access when needed. Speaking to CNBC, McDermott said ServiceNow's tools are helping businesses move “from AI chaos to AI discipline.” “We have a kill switch that stops AI agents that go rogue, so those things don’t need to happen, and they wouldn’t happen when companies…

Prime Video‘s home screen has looked the same for years, with rows of tiles that rarely matches what you actually want to watch. Amazon is betting AI can change that, and Jeff Bezos is personally driving the effort. Bezos reportedly directed Prime Video head Mike Hopkins to overhaul the streaming service so AI sits front and center, according to Reuters. The project carries an internal codename, Lighthouse, and it’s already reshaping how the app might work. What’s changing on Prime Video? The redesign would rebuild the home page around AI-generated recommendations instead of the fixed grid every subscriber currently sees. One version Prime Video…

Google's cloud chief Thomas Kurian said the company's existing customers are shelling out "roughly 50% more" than they've already committed to spend on its products, which helped drive its red-hot cloud growth during the second quarter. "Our existing customers have increased their spend when they make a commitment to us," Kurian told CNBC's Jim Cramer on Thursday. "They're spending roughly 50% more than the commitment, and so it comes down to the differentiation in our product portfolio, the strength we have in our go-to-market execution, and you see that in both top line and operating income growth." This is breaking news. Please refresh for updates.

Trump’s manufacturing push meets reality as costs rise and investment stalls Tariffs alone have yet to overcome China’s manufacturing advantages as policy uncertainty and structural hurdles weigh on US industry At Zion Foodtrucks in the US state of Colorado, American-made steel and aluminium are combined with globally sourced stoves, refrigerators, vents and titanium piping to transform everyday vehicles into mobile restaurants. But instead of benefiting from Donald Trump’s push to revive US manufacturing, the company says it has been squeezed by higher costs and tougher competition. Since taking office, the US president’s import taxes on steel and…

Europe Intelligence Brief — Thursday, July 23, 2026 Executive Summary Europe Intelligence Brief July 23 — Ukraine strikes deep inside Russia, Poland elects a right-wing president, and France battles deadly riots Rio Times · Europe Intelligence Brief July 23 Europe Intelligence Brief July 23 — Europe is exhausted and on edge, caught between a sharp escalation of war in the east and political fragmentation at home. France turned from celebration to tragedy, while new leaders in Poland and Moldova signal a continent wrestling with its future. Ukraine — Largest Deep Strike Yet Swarm of Drones Hits Russia Ukraine launched its biggest long-range drone…

Motsepe’s ARM Bets Nearly $1 Billion on Platinum and Nickel Rebound Africa · Southern Patrice Motsepe’s African Rainbow Minerals has made a nearly US$1 billion platinum and nickel bet, approving two major South African mine revivals just as metal prices recover and global supply chains realign away from Russia. The Two-Mine Wager ARM’s board approved a phased redevelopment budget of R15.2 billion (US$927 million) for the Bokoni platinum mine in Limpopo province. The seven-year programme aims to transform a mothballed asset into a large, low-cost platinum group metals operation. Separately, the company will spend R753 million (US$46 million) to restart…

The South African Reserve Bank’s decision to keep interest rates unchanged has been welcomed by the property sector, with Standard Bank saying the move will provide relief for homeowners and prospective buyers, while mortgage originator ooba said it would help sustain confidence in the housing market. The decision follows a 25-basis-point rate increase in May and comes as policymakers weigh persistent inflation risks, geopolitical tensions and subdued domestic economic growth. Standard Bank head of home services Toni Anderson said leaving the repo rate at 7% and the prime lending rate at 10.5% would give consumers greater certainty as many households…

Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals has raised approximately $2.5 billion in fresh equity after successfully concluding a private placement that was 3.7 times oversubscribed, the company said in a statement on Thursday. The company described the placement as Africa’s largest publicly disclosed primary equity private placement by value, affirming that the transaction resulted in the issuance and allotment of about $2.5 billion in new equity and represents the refinery’s first capital raise involving external investors beyond its existing shareholder base. “Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals FZE (“DPRP” or the “Enterprise”) today…

Oil tops $100 US per barrel, as Tesla and Alphabet drag stocks lower Brent crude passes benchmark after attacks on Saudi shipping in Red Sea Oil prices are jumping again Thursday as increased fighting in the Middle East threatens to slow the global flow of crude, and Wall Street is sinking with sharp drops for two of its most influential stocks, Alphabet and Tesla. The S&P 500 dropped 0.8 per cent and may be heading for its first back-to-back weekly loss since March. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 0.7 per cent as of 9:35 a.m. ET, and the Nasdaq composite was 1.6 per cent lower. Stocks sank under the pressure of rising oil prices, which…

Today's economy is tough for borrowers, and it can be particularly precarious for those carrying high-rate credit card debt. After all, not only is household debt sitting at record highs, but high inflation is driving up the prices of everything from housing to groceries — but wages aren't keeping up with those rapidly rising costs. In turn, a lot of borrowers are struggling to fit both the essentials and their debt payments into the same budget, leading to more falling behind on what they owe, all while the interest charges and late fees rack up. Falling behind on debts doesn't only affect borrowers' credit scores or monthly budgets, though. Being…

Indian banks’ credit deposit (CD) ratio stood at 82.6% in the first quarter (Q1) of fiscal 2027 as loans grew faster than deposits, according to data from the Centre for Monitoring Indian Economy (CMIE). Loans grew at 18.6% year-on-year (YoY) to ₹219.3 lakh crore, while deposits rose 13.3% YoY to ₹265.4 lakh crore in the reporting quarter. The variance between the loan and deposit growth is widest at 5 percentage points, since June quarter of fiscal 2024. Loans grew least 8.5% in most quarters on a yearly basis since June quarter of 2022. Deposits however did not grow faster than 16% in the same period. Analysts say that it (CD ratio) has more to do…

Asia Intelligence Brief — Thursday, July 23, 2026 Executive Summary Asia Intelligence Brief July 23 — Asia confronts a volatile day as ASEAN ministers meet in Manila amid maritime standoffs, monsoon deaths and rising food Rio Times · Asia Intelligence Brief July 23 Asia Intelligence Brief July 23 — Asia wakes to a day of sharp contrasts as top diplomats gather in Manila for urgent talks while monsoons claim 82 lives and a new South China Sea flashpoint deepens regional anxiety. From Seoul’s bold ‘peace first’ pivot to anxious shoppers in Jakarta and grieving families in Thailand’s deep south, the continent is wrestling with both grand strategy and raw…

Washington — A member of Vice President JD Vance's Secret Service detail is under investigation for leaking sensitive information, the service confirmed Thursday. Anthony Guglielmi, the Secret Service's chief of communications, did not name the member of the detail or reveal the specifics of the investigation, but said the administrative probe could become a criminal inquiry. "A member of the Vice Presidential Protective Division is the subject of an administrative investigation, and potential criminal inquiry, involving allegations of compromising operational and information security," Guglielmi said in a statement. "While we will not comment on the…

Q: What has changed now? How is today’s young India different from before? Is this CJP-student protest akin to the JP Movement of the 1970s in any way? Arundhati Roy: I think the protest has grown beyond the demands of the students. [Union Education Minister] Dharmendra Pradhan is small potatoes now. These young students have reclaimed what their parents’ generation gave up. India’s dignity. With their grace, courage and humour they have shown us how not to be afraid. It’s a gift. It’s up to us to use it well. And no, I don’t think it’s like JP’s movement at all. It’s its own unique thing, and still a developing story. But I think it’s exhilarating.…

DMK president M.K. Stalin on Thursday expressed shock over what he described as the State government’s silence on Karnataka’s failure to release Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu. “The Chief Minister should have met the Prime Minister over this issue, but he has not. The Water Resources Minister has also failed to take it up. The Chief Secretary does not appear to have written either to his Karnataka counterpart or to the Union Water Resources Secretary. The government’s silence on such a vital issue is shocking,” he said in a statement. Mr Stalin alleged the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam-led (TVK) government had also failed to fulfil its promise of completely…

A Turkish governor found himself at the centre of an unexpected political storm and was subsequently dismissed, after photographs of him in snug cycling shorts went viral. Mehmet Fatih Cicekli, the governor of Ardahan province in eastern Turkey, has since become the focus of a campaign pressing for his return to office amid an outpouring of public affection. The dismissal, enacted by presidential decree on 17 July and signed by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, offered no official explanation. However, it followed widespread criticism from some Turkish politicians regarding Mr Cicekli’s choice of attire during a public event promoting cycling, and his…

Document writers in Andhra Pradesh on Thursday called off their strike after the Commissioner and Inspector General of Registration and Stamps, B.R. Ambedkar, clarified that the proposed Registration Service Centres (RSKs) would not affect their profession or livelihood. The document writers’ associations announced that document writers would resume their services across the State from Friday. During a meeting with the representatives of the document writers’ association at the department’s office in Tadepalli, Mr. Ambedkar explained that the Registration Service Centres were being introduced to provide transparent, faster and more convenient…

Years after he began attacking CNN as “fake news,” Donald Trump has finally found someone on that network he does not want to insult — and in fact, he’s promoting his work. The president took to Truth Social on Thursday to share a clip of CNN data guru Harry Enten discussing the effect of Trump’s endorsement of South Carolina Sen. Darline Graham, who last week announced that she’d run in the special election to fill out the term of her late brother, Lindsey Graham. Enten cited data from the prediction market Kalshi — which also sponsors his segments — showing Graham, who had never held any political office until she was appointed as an interim…

The US government cited an "unforeseen emergency" in South Africa as the reason the refugee program would be expanded. However, only white minority South Africans — who are allegedly being persecuted on racial grounds in their country — would be granted refugee status. TheTrump administration has repeatedly claimed that there is an ongoing genocide against white Afrikaners , allegations the South African government strongly denies. Experts also say there is no statistical evidence of increased crime targeting white farmers. For Oscar van Heerden, a research fellow at the Center for African Diplomacy and Leadership at the University of Johannesburg,…

Sign in. It’s quick, free and it’s up to you. An account is an optional way to support the work we do. Find out more. MEMBERS OF THE prison officers union will be balloted on potential strike action amid an ongoing pay dispute. Prison Officers National Executive Council (NEC) members will vote on various options to call for “clear and unambiguous” public sector pay talks. The NEC is recommending voting for industrial action to its members “up to and including strike action” if an agreement can’t be reached. The previous Public Service Agreement expired on 30 June. In a statement today, the prison officers’ association said they would “would very much…

Hundreds, including techies, students, writers, artistes, and activists gathered here on Thursday (July 23, 2026) in solidarity with the ongoing student protests in New Delhi, triggered by the NEET question paper leak. At the Kerala High Court Junction, the supporters held copies of the Indian Constitution and raised slogans extending the demands raised by the students protesting in New Delhi. Actor Mathew Thomas urged everyone to higlight the issues raised by the student protesters and to provide maximum coverage for them through various platforms. Writer N.E. Sudheer said the country should be not be left to fascist ideals propagated by the…

Aston Villa have completed the season-long loan signing of winger Alejandro Garnacho from Chelsea. The 22-year-old was told in early July that new manager Xabi Alonso could not guarantee him regular playing time, prompting his departure. He subsequently did not report for Chelsea's pre-season, with his exit being finalised. Garnacho endured a poor first season at Stamford Bridge following his transfer from Manchester United, failing to significantly impact the team's fortunes. He becomes Villa’s fourth summer signing, joining Johan Manzambi, Joao Gomes, and Modou Kaba Cisse. It is understood there was interest from elsewhere in the Premier League, as…

George Russell has been handed a significant boost in his world championship bid after it emerged Mercedes have resolved his mysterious engine problem. Russell trails team-mate Kimi Antonelli by 50 points in the standings after the Italian teenager romped to his sixth victory from the 10 rounds so far at last weekend’s Belgian Grand Prix. Russell’s race ended following a collision with Lewis Hamilton which arrived after he was exposed to the chasing pack following a first-lap engine glitch. A day earlier, a deployment riddle – first blamed on Russell’s driving style – then contributed to him qualifying half-a-second behind Antonelli. Russell said he…

Even Lane Kiffin likes the ‘Lane Kiffin Rule’ that would prohibit in-season coaching moves Even Lane Kiffin likes the ‘Lane Kiffin Rule’ that would prohibit in-season coaching moves TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — As it turns out, even Lane Kiffin likes the so-called “Lane Kiffin Rule” — a Congressionally proposed provision that would fix the longstanding problem of college coaches bailing on their teams while the season is still going. The lightning-rod LSU coach took his turn Thursday at SEC Media Days, where he ate up more than 16 of his 25 minutes behind the mic delivering an opening statement that included the revelation that he’s given up social media. He…

A Super Bowl in Charlotte? David Tepper’s $1.3B stadium renovation project could help pave the way A Super Bowl in Charlotte? David Tepper’s $1.3B stadium renovation project could help pave the way CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper is investing an additional $500 million into ongoing stadium renovations to improve overall fan experience with an eye toward potentially bringing the Super Bowl, NFL draft, 2031 Women’s World Cup and other major sporting events to Charlotte. The investment coincides with the team announcing it has reached a long-term extension on a stadium naming rights deal Thursday with Bank of America. The…

Patrick Kane rejoins the Chicago Blackhawks, agreeing to a $16 million, 2-year contract CHICAGO (AP) — Patrick Kane has rejoined the Chicago Blackhawks, agreeing to a $16 million, two-year contract with his first NHL team. The deal, which includes a full no-movement clause, was announced by the Blackhawks on Thursday. Kane, 37, became one of the NHL’s most dynamic players while spending his first 15-plus seasons in Chicago, helping the Blackhawks win three Stanley Cup championships. He ranks among the franchise’s career leaders with 446 goals, 779 assists and 1,225 points. “Day in and day out for 16 seasons, Patrick captivated the city of Chicago with…

The Minnesota Lynx are comfy. They woke up Wednesday morning at the top of the WNBA standings with a 21-6 record, the league's best net rating, and a bespectacled point guard who has become the coolest player in the league halfway through her first season. These are the sort of circumstances that allow for an organization to be extremely chill in coming up with a plan for reintegrating a four-time All-WNBA superstar back into the starting lineup. It doesn't get much more chill than a Wednesday afternoon road game against the Seattle Storm, one day before the start of the all-star break. Those are the circumstances under which Napheesa Collier returned…

The Boston Red Sox saw their 15-game winning streak come to an end Wednesday night, but the fire is still BURNING throughout the organization. And while it may have died down at Fenway with a 5-1 loss to Baltimore, it was still raging in High-A Greenville, where No. 3 prospect Justin Gonzales belted a home run to Virginia, and then promptly ignited a brawl after touching them all. Are the Sox BACK, or what?! Let's head down to South Carolina, where Gonzales — who stands at 6-foot-5 and 260 pounds — slapped Hub City Spartanburgers catcher Cal Stark in the face after he said something to Gonzales after a ... slow ... trot around the bases. Take a look:…

A lifelong baseball fan is living every fan's dream, but unfortunately, it is under tragic circumstances. Jonathan St. Clair is traveling to each of the 30 MLB stadiums in as many days to spread awareness about water safety, 12 years after losing his 21-month-old son, Jasper, to drowning. While in the care of a trusted babysitter, Jasper, St. Clair's firstborn, was taken to a home with an ungated pool and left unattended for only minutes. Doctors made every effort to save him for roughly a week, but Jasper unfortunately lost the battle. "He had not learned how to swim and had not been to any swim lessons yet. And so, we were very, very taken aback.…

Robbie Williams has shut down any claims he was “off his nut” at the World Cup final following an on-screen blunder in which a small white object fell out of his mouth and onto his microphone. The “Rock DJ” singer, 52, had performed alongside Nicole Scherzinger and Laura Pausini at the closing ceremony on Sunday (19 July) – and when he appeared on German TV channel Magenta Sport afterwards, he accidentally spat out the object while talking. He then picked it up and rubbed it onto his head, where it stuck to his skin. After the clip went viral on social media, with many questioning what the object was, Williams shared a video on Instagram clarifying…

Formula 1 returns to the Hungaroring this weekend for the Hungarian Grand Prix and round 11 of the 2026 season. Kimi Antonelli claimed his sixth win of the season last time out at Spa-Francorchamps, winning from pole position to extend his lead in the F1 world championship to 45 points after Mercedes teammate George Russell crashed out on the opening lap. Lewis Hamilton is now Antonelli’s closest contender but could only finish fourth on a disappointing weekend for the Briton in Belgium, but he has won seven times in Hungary. His Ferrari teammate, Charles Leclerc, finished second with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen in third. Reigning world champion Lando…

The Venice film festival promises to take a swing at media moguls of the print and digital era this year, with Trainspotting director Danny Boyle’s new film about Rupert Murdoch’s acquisition of the Sun and a new documentary about Elon Musk included in the lineup of the films for the festival’s 83rd edition. In Boyle’s Ink, which will open the festival on the Lido on 2 September, Australian actor Guy Pearce plays compatriot newspaper tycoon Murdoch, whose purchase of the Sun in 1969 sensationalised the media landscape and transformed public life in Britain. The script is written by Olivier award-winning playwright and screenwriter James Graham (Dear…

The latest Resident Evil movie trailer has lots of fun nods to the games The film, from Weapons director Zach Cregger, hits theaters on September 18. The upcoming Resident Evil movie gives the series a fresh spin, as it features an original story set on the outskirts of the Resident Evil 2 game. Still, director Zach Cregger has promised fans that his film features a bunch of Easter eggs, and the latest trailer includes some of those. It follows medical courier Bryan (Austin Abrams), who takes on a risky delivery job outside of Raccoon City. Of course, things go very wrong. He encounters nasty creatures and fights to survive in a seemingly abandoned…

Amazon announced on Thursday that it’s bringing games to Prime Video by integrating its Luna cloud gaming service into the streaming platform. Games including “Hogwarts Legacy,” “EA Sports FC 26,” “Indiana Jones and the Great Circle,” “Clue,” and “Taboo” will be available starting today on Fire TVs in the U.S. and U.K. With this move, Amazon is hoping games can turn Prime Video into a one-stop entertainment destination, borrowing a strategy from Netflix, which has increasingly embraced party games over the past several years. Since Amazon already operates a gaming service, it makes sense for the tech giant to integrate it into its streaming platform.…

We got a new look at Insomniacâs upcoming Wolverine game, and itâs sparking discussions about the Ratchet and Clank developerâs continued foray into photorealism and how something about its superhero designs seems a bitâ¦off. This isnât a new conversation for the studio, which has also released three Spider-Man games and, after the release of the first, changed Peter Parkerâs face for no discernable reason beyond making the character look a whole lot more like MCU actor Tom Holland. Thereâs an uncanniness to the character now, with him looking like a legally distinct version of the British actor, and in the years since the change, Holland has gotten…

Whenever the calendar comes out, Amanda Mendoza VanCleave circles the dates. Studio Ghibli Fest, the long-running theatrical revivals of Ghibli movies, has taken on a special meaning for her, her 3-year-old daughter and her mother, Araceli. Every year, they go to see each Ghibli rerelease in theaters. “Right when she sees the opening Totoro logo, she screams ‘Totoro!’” VanCleave, 34, says of her daughter. “Everyone in the theater started laughing, and I was like, ‘Oh, gosh, sorry.’” Though the family discovered the Ghibli movies on HBO Max, the outings to their favorite theater in Austin, Texas, became a tradition. Earlier this month, when they went…

Well, Apple TV has Stick, and now Netflix has The Hawk, another unconventional, comedic golf story tracing at least some roots back to Happy Gilmore. Netflix dropped season 1 of The Hawk this week, and fans who have binged the show, and it’s easy to binge, are wondering about season 2. Here’s everything I can gather about a potential season 2 of The Hawk, including updates about what matters most: its actual performance. Will The Hawk Get A Season 2? The Hawkhas already risen to #1 on Netflix’s top 10 list a few days after release. The Hawkgot 4.8 million views on 24.7 million viewing hours last week, and Netflix says the show “swings to a strong…

Malcolm-Jamal Warner's widow says her body "went through shock" when her husband died Tenisha Warner, the widow of "The Cosby Show" actor Malcolm-Jamal Warner, spoke exclusively to "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King about how she is coping one year after her husband's death.

After gutting the system that let players stream their own titles, Amazon is moving the Luna streaming service into Prime Video’s residence. Amazon decisively cut some of the features that may have set it apart from other game streaming services earlier this year. The ability to bring your own titles to play and connect to other services like Ubisoft+ or EA was stripped away. That might have been predictable, given that the company began shifting towards a party-like experience under a “reimagined” app. The app isn’t going anywhere, but Amazon announced that Prime subscribers will be able to access games with their existing monthly subscription. After…

A new documentary centered on the life of Dame Julie Andrews is slated to be released on Disney+ in 2027, it was announced this week. But the photo and caption choice used by the company to share the news left fans panic-stricken. The forthcoming film will center on Andrews, 90, and feature new candid interviews as well as previously unseen archival footage, according to an announcement from Disney. An angelic recent portrait of the Mary Poppins star was used to announce the documentary on the Disney+ social media channels along with the caption: “Courage, resilience, grace. The definitive documentary on the legendary Julie Andrews is coming to…

Amazon really confounded us all last month when, following the successful launch of 007 First Light, Amazon Gaming general manager Jeff Gattis mused that sequels would be "done by MGM and, theoretically, by Amazon Game Studios." Given that so many people—barring one uncontroversial and universally beloved PC Gamer writer—rather liked IOI's Bond game, it was incomprehensible to suggest yanking it away from the studio. Well, I guess Amazon itself has realised what a boneheaded move that would be, because in a recent chat with GI.biz, Gattis clarified that—insofar as the developer of the next 007 game is concerned—nothing is set in stone. "We did not…

São Paulo Nightlife Tonight — July 23, 2026 São Paulo · Nightlife Tonight, São Paulo’s Thursday pulse beats strongest in Vila Madalena, where live samba bars warm up the evening, while the downtown Centro district pulls the late-night crowd to multi-floor clubs and thumping electronic basements. The perfect circuit is a roda de samba followed by a rooftop or a dark club, all glued together with friendly bar crawls and Uber rides. What’s On Tonight Weekly live samba & MPB night (artist announced same-day on Instagram) — at Bar Caju, 21:00. The quintessential São Paulo Thursday warm-up: brilliant live Brazilian music in an unpretentious, expat-friendly…

Adele Cardin·July 23, 2026 · 07:00 BRT·15 min read Rio de Janeiro · Nightlife If You Only Go to One Place Rio Scenarium If you only have one night in Rio, make it this one. It’s the city’s most spectacular live music venue, a multi-floor antique-filled fever dream in Lapa that perfectly bottles the spirit of a Carioca night out. Expect live samba and MPB in a setting that feels like a film set, drawing a brilliant mix of locals and travellers who all dress up a little. It’s the safest, most dazzling introduction to the city’s nightlife for a newcomer. Tonight at a Glance —Rio Scenarium (Lapa) The unmissable samba spectacle in a historic mansion; book…

Pioneering, multi-talented singer and songwriter Zoë Modiga left Cape Town audiences stunned during the launch of her fourth studio album The Vault. Written and self-produced by Modiga, the album is an experimental masterpiece offering a dynamic blend of songs. The tour is named "Did I Do My Thing?" and is based on one of the songs from the 17-track album. The Homecoming Centre was abuzz with Modiga weaving songs from across her catalogue, along with some of her favourite artists like mam' Busi Mhlongo. The music was soothing, genre-defying and beautiful. The songs are well-balanced, neither heavily relying on her voice nor hiding behind sound and…

Shania Twain has extremely high praise for Ella Langley. As our readers are aware, Langley has been experiencing a meteoric rise in the music industry that has been nothing short of insane to watch. The "Nicotine" and "Dandelion" singer is the undisputed face of women in country music. She dominates the charts, racks up awards and has built a following so loyal that it's borderline hard to believe. Now, one of the true female trailblazers in country music is pouring a ton of praise on Langley. Shania Twain pours praise on Ella Langley. Shania Twain was an unstoppable force in country music going from breaking through in the 1990s. She paved the way…

Jason Aldean has ranked as one of country music’s biggest stars for decades by this point, and he’s still hugely popular. The singer has collected dozens of hits, and he claims one of the greatest accumulations of No. 1s in the history of the Country Airplay chart. Somehow, throughout all those smashes and all those years, Aldean had never landed a true all-format radio win. That changes this week with “Don’t Tell on Me,” one of his latest singles, which finally brings him into the highest tier on one of Billboard’s most competitive tallies. Jason Aldean Scores His First Radio Songs Chart Top 10 14 weeks into its time on the Radio Songs chart, “Don’t…

Veteran actor Hanks Anuku has spoken openly about how the death of the mother of his two children affected his career and nearly pushed him to withdraw from the world. Anuku shared these details in a viral video recorded during what appeared to be a testimony session at the Mountain of God International Ministry (SMOGIM) in Abuja. Although the actor did not disclose the identity of the mother of his children or the date of her passing, he previously revealed in March 2025 a desire to remarry following the collapse of his marriage to his Asaba-based ex-wife. The 64-year-old, who spoke during an interview on Nollywood Hardcore, The Legend’s Untold…

When streaming first reshaped the music industry, some genres adapted faster than others. Hip-hop powered much of the technology’s early growth, and pop music quickly followed. Country and rock took longer to establish the same kind of popularity on platforms such as Spotify and Apple Music. Things have changed dramatically in only a few years. Newer country superstars including Morgan Wallen — and now Ella Langley — have become some of the biggest acts on streaming sites in America. “Choosin’ Texas,” the song that transformed Langley from a genre favorite into a crossover superstar less than a year ago, is not only one of country music’s largest…

Robbie Williams has once again addressed the white substance incident after fans spotted something white falling from what appeared to be his nostril during an interview at the World Cup Final on Sunday night. The singer, 52, performed during the opening ceremony of the game, but later when he was chatting to pundits, fans spotted something white fall onto the microphone before the star quickly removed it and then stuck it onto his forehead. Robbie first poked fun at the viral clip in an Instagram apology on Monday when he explained it was a mint that fell out his mouth – and the star has now revealed the post has reached 27 million views. And after…

One of the world’s biggest pop stars, Sam Smith is the formerly suave and suited songbird who now takes to the stage in outrageous diamante jumpsuits. But now their – Smith uses ‘they/them’ pronouns – millions of fans are being served a different slice of their idol, for they have started a side hustle as a food vlogger. And it is not in latex corsets or dangerously oversized shoulder pads that they tour word-of-mouth delis and patisseries, but in everyday jeans, T-shirts and shorts. This pared-back version of Smith looks the most joyful yet – you could say they're happy as a pig in the proverbial. And that is not being unkind, for they call their…

Supporters of Moroccan rapper El Mahdi Lyoubi, known by his stage name "Mehdi Black Wind", gathered outside the Ain Sebaa court in Casablanca on Wednesday to demand his release. The rapper was arrested earlier in July and placed in pre-trial detention. He is facing prosecution in a case linked to a song that his supporters say criticises the authorities in Morocco. Hakim Sikouk, the national coordinator of the support committee for El Mahdi Lyoubi, said the rapper is being prosecuted under Article 179 of the Moroccan Penal Code, which provides for a possible prison sentence. "El Mahdi Lyoubi is being prosecuted over a song criticising the authorities…

Fashion isn’t always an attempt to stay stylish. Throughout history, clothing and personal appearance have reflected social status, political alignments, sexuality, and more. But because of this symbolism, these simple-but-effective means of expression can also generate resistance from people in power. As far back as 416 CE, the Roman emperors Honorius and Theodosius II tried reining in a rising trend they deemed unfit for their male citizens—long hair. This maiores crines (long locks) law probably wasn’t enacted purely due to their aesthetic preferences. As historian Javier Arce recently argued in his study published in the journal Pyrenae, the Roman…

See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred Source A drought has officially been declared in North Wales as 23million Brits remain under hosepipe bans amid record-breaking dry weather. The area has enjoyed less than 2 per cent of the rainfall expected for July so far, leaving river flows at a perilously low level and swathes of land completely dried out. It becomes the first part of the UK hit by drought status in 2026 amid an unusually hot and dry summer. Rhian Thomas, sustainable water and nature manager at Natural Resources Wales, said: 'While drought status does not automatically mean water shortages for customers, it does reflect the…

A dream holiday, an exotic destination, a long-haul flight, and finally some well-deserved rest. The problem is that many travelers arrive at their destination only to spend the first days of their vacation struggling with fatigue, sleep disturbances, low energy levels, and digestive issues. Researchers from Wroclaw Medical University point out that these symptoms may be caused by more than just classic jet lag. A growing body of evidence suggests that time zone changes also affect the trillions of bacteria living in our intestines. This phenomenon, known as "gut jet lag," describes a disruption in synchronization between the human biological clock…

While lions, elephants and rhinos dominate conservation headlines, cheetahs have been quietly disappearing from Africa’s landscapes. Now, six South African cheetahs have been moved to Zambia in an ambitious bid to restore the species to Zambia’s Greater Luangwa Ecosystem, where it was last recorded in 1998 after disappearing from the landscape more than 30 years ago. Olivia Sievert, the coordinator of the Endangered Wildlife Trust’s Cheetah Range Expansion Project, said cheetahs were disappearing rapidly across southern Africa, largely because most of the species’ remaining range lay outside protected areas where they increasingly came into conflict…

When the weather is glorious, feeling tired can almost seem unfair. The sun is shining and you’re planning a holiday – so why are you so exhausted? Summer fatigue is a real phenomenon that affects many people, medical doctor and wellness expert Dr John Briffa says. The reasons vary from person to person, but can include dehydration and longer daylight hours. If you’re experiencing inexplicable tiredness, here’s what might be causing it – and how Dr Briffa recommends you combat it. Heatwaves Several temperature records have been broken this summer as a series of heatwaves hit the UK. That can cause fatigue, as temperature changes can affect the body’s…

As humans, we instinctively understand that time has profound worth, regardless of any workplace benefits. This is what sabbatical alumni mean when they ascribe a feeling of humanity to their time off. Unfortunately, the burden of proof for many is to somehow provide an equation of increased productivity. While this misses the point of what taking time off is all about, there is a lens from psychology that can help us understand the benefits in more tangible terms: conservation of resources theory. Broadly speaking, there are two ways to evaluate whether a break from work is beneficial. The first asks: Were you better off during your time away? The…

The Forest department has launched ‘Oorunarvu’, an initiative to improve the living conditions of tribal communities in forest areas while drawing on their traditional knowledge for forest conservation and mitigating human-wildlife conflict. Launching the programme at Vaniyampuzha tribal hamlet in Munderi forests near Nilambur on Thursday (July 23, 2026), Forest Minister Shibu Baby John said he would visit all 36 tribal settlements in forest areas to hear grievances and coordinate solutions with the Scheduled Tribes Development department. The Forest department will allot land for a pre-primary school and a community hall at Vaniyampuzha and for an…

The first UK region has officially declared a drought amid record dry conditions, intense heatwaves, wildfires and dwindling rivers. Drought has been declared in North Wales and the Upper Severn, Natural Resources Wales (NRW) said. NRW, the Welsh Government’s environmental agency, said the decision to trigger drought status follows continued hot, dry weather over recent weeks. July is on course to become the driest on record for Wales for almost 190 years without significant rainfall in the next week. Much of England is experiencing prolonged dry weather, receiving just 3 per cent of its average July rainfall. This has led to hosepipe bans affecting…

Hearing that a new primate species has been named is exciting news for scientists because primates across the world are in decline. According to the IUCN Red list, a global inventory of animal extinction risk, 44.4% of primate species are classed as endangered or critically endangered (versus 13.2% of all mammals). In most cases when the number of primate species increases, it is because a known species has been upgraded from the status of subspecies to species, or two populations that were previously considered the same species are re-classified into two separate ones. The African monkey Likweli (Colobus congoensis), however, is a completely new…

In France, while Paris enjoys respite from the record-breaking heat last month, the riviera and the southwest of France are being swept by fast-moving wildfires. Thousands of residents have been evacuated in a seaside holiday area.

Andy Burnham has announced he is pausing the early release scheme for prisoners after it emerged that two people involved in the death of Andrew Harper could be freed within months. The new prime minister vowed that “no prisoners will be let out under this policy” pending an “urgent review”, saying he would do everything he can “to minimise risk to the public”. Some 5,000 prisoners were due to start being released from September as part of a policy, introduced under Sir Keir Starmer, to ease the overcrowding crisis in prisons. But a row broke out about the policy on Wednesday after it was revealed that two of those responsible for the death of Pc…

The Rivers State Police Command has relaunched the Police Campaign Against Cultism and Other Vices, POCACOV, in line with the directive of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu. The initiative is part of a renewed nationwide effort to tackle cultism, drug abuse, youth violence, and other social vices through preventive measures and public engagement. Speaking at the relaunch, the Commissioner of Police in Rivers State, Olugbenga Adewole Adepoju, described the campaign as a forward-looking strategy that focuses on crime prevention through public awareness, community collaboration, and youth development. He also commended the…

Zapatero, who governed Spain from 2004 to 2011, was placed under formal investigation in May for alleged influence peddling in connection with the bailout of small airline Plus Ultra in 2021. A police search of Zapatero's office found jewellery and luxury watches valued at €1.3 million ($1.5 million), leading the investigating magistrate in charge of the case to probe additional alleged offences of tax fraud and smuggling. During his first interview since he was put under investigation, the former Socialist leader told Spanish public television the jewellery and luxury watches had been received "many years ago" as "a courtesy gift". "I am not going to…

The Metropolitan Police are arresting approximately 1,000 suspects monthly, aided by drones and high-powered e-bikes, as neighbourhood crime declines across London. Figures released Thursday reveal a 14 per cent fall in neighbourhood crime – including theft, robbery, and burglary – over the 12 months to June, representing more than 35,000 fewer offences. Met data showed a 23 per cent drop (23,311) in thefts from people, an 11 per cent decrease (2,943) in personal robberies, and a 9 per cent reduction (8,737) in vehicle offences. Westminster saw offences plummet by over a third, nearly 14,000 fewer. A major crackdown on phone thefts also led to 13,000…

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday sentenced three terrorists linked to the May abduction of school children and teachers in Orire Local Government Area (LGA) of Oyo State, to a life imprisonment. Justice Salim Ibrahim sentenced the three men after they pleaded guilty to some of the 10 terrorism charges preferred against them by the federal government. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Abdulrazak Umar (a.k.a. Abu Khalifa/Abu Khalid), Yunusa Musa (a.k.a. Yunusa bin Musa) and Shamsu Adamu Sani (a.k.a. Abu Itisar), pleaded guilty to counts four and six. PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that the three defendants pleaded guilty to some…

Ontario Provincial Police is expected to announce the results of a major cross-border drug and firearms investigation during a news conference in Windsor on Thursday morning. The investigation, dubbed Project Bay, targeted the trafficking of illegal drugs with links to the international border. Get daily National news Authorities said in a media advisory the probe resulted in the seizure of a record quantity of drugs, including cocaine, methamphetamine and opium, as well as numerous firearms. Several police forces, including the Windsor Police Service, the Toronto Police Service and Peel Regional Police, were involved in the probe. A news conference…

See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred Source A woman was charged with the murder of British expat Karen Carter at her home in rural France after 'significant holes' were exposed in her alibi, investigators claim. Karen Carter, 65, was murdered at her home in the rural French village of Trémolat, in the Dordogne, in April 2025. Ms Carter died in front of the guesthouse she opened in the tranquil village. Investigators said at the time she had been stabbed eight times, with one blow 'penetrating the aorta'. Her death was mired in mystery, with several people being detained and questioned over it in the days after the incident. But…

According to the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime, West Africa is a key transit hub for cocaine bound for Europe. Liberian authorities have seized nearly four tonnes of cocaine worth an estimated $317 million (€277 million) in what authorities call one of the country's largest drug busts. The operation took place on the road leading to Roberts International Airport, about 30 kilometres from the capital, Monrovia, and led to the arrest of two foreign nationals. The seizure "revealed an organised, sophisticated, complex and well-funded narcotics trafficking network," said the attorney general and justice minister. Investigators…

Police said on Thursday that at least one person had sustained critical wounds amid a hostage situation at a bank branch. Police do not currently have access to the building, a spokeswoman told the dpa news agency, making similar comments to other agencies. Police could see the wounded person from outside the branch. A male suspect is believed to be armed with a knife inside. The spokeswoman said that police were working on the basis that other members of the public or staff were in the building. Special units and a police helicopter had been alerted and were en route to the scene. Regensburg is a city of around 150,000 people located roughly between…

The Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday declined to hear an application filed by the National President of Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore, Bello Bodejo, seeking a review of the N2 billion bail conditions earlier imposed on him. Justice Inyang Ekwo ruled that the application could not proceed because the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) had opposed the request, making it unlikely that the matter would be concluded before the court begins its annual vacation. Bodejo is facing money laundering charges filed by the EFCC over $2.63 million allegedly linked to the Bauchi State Government. The court had on Monday granted him bail in the sum of…

House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer said Thursday that former JPMorgan Chase investment banking chief Jes Staley encouraged the bank to retain Jeffrey Epstein as a client despite internal red flags about the convicted sex offender. "It appears that within JPMorgan there were flags — red flags — about Epstein, but Mr. Staley is on record defending Epstein and encouraging JPMorgan to keep him as a client," Comer, R-Ky., told CNBC outside Staley's closed-door interview with the committee. "So we have a lot of questions about that." Staley served as Epstein's private banker during his more than three decades at JPMorgan and maintained a close…

A little over a month ago, the former American Idol contestant, country musician, and Instagram influencer Noah Orion appears to have learned about the surveillance company Flock. “Cities are now covering Flock cameras with trash bags,” Orion narrated over an Instagram post aggregating a 404 Media report. “It’s also pretty wild that we’ve just dropped stickers that say ‘Fuck Flock’ on them and it’s pretty cool that it’s coincidental that the sticker’s outside diameter is the same size as the average camera lens on a Flock camera,” he adds, showing a mockup of an AI-generated sticker featuring a surveillance camera that is not a Flock camera. Orion had…

MeBeMe is a new app that acts as an “interrupter,” designed to help users become their best selves instead of getting lost in endless scrolling. Rather than blocking access to their phones, the app delivers small “missions” or tasks that encourage real-world habits aligned with the person users want to become. The app joins a growing wave of anti-doomscrolling tools as more people look for ways to reduce social media addiction. What sets MeBeMe apart is its approach: instead of locking users out of distracting apps, it nudges them toward meaningful actions. To get started, users choose an identity they want to embody, such as a “lifelong learner.”…

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The special investigation team (SIT) probing the Vadakara ‘kafir’ screenshot case has issued a notice to Democratic Youth Federation of India (DYFI) leader Ribesh Ramakrishnan, the second accused in the case, directing him to report at the Kozhikode District Crime Branch office on Friday (July 24, 2026) for interrogation. The notice comes days after the SIT arraigned the youth organisation leader as the second accused and submitted a report before the Vadakara Judicial First Class Magistrate Court with details of the fresh charges against him. Police sources said further legal proceedings would be initiated in accordance with the anticipatory bail…

NBI: There’s ‘person of interest’ in Hontiveros’ online death threats MANILA, Philippines — National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Director Melvin Matibag said on Thursday that there’s a “person of interest” behind the online death threats against Senator Risa Hontiveros. Matibag confirmed this after saying that the bureau is already in the process of investigating Hontiveros’ online death threats, adding that he had spoken with the senator’s chief of staff regarding the case. Hontiveros earlier released a statement, saying that she herself had become a target of what she described as the “wave of death threats” and “pro-killing” remarks that…

A brief comment on Codeberg’s new terms, and why a free-software host deciding which projects are welcome worries me more than the bans themselves. My primary reason for leaving GitHub was not about a single feature or a single outage, but about the “enshittification” of the platform under Microsoft’s ownership. The web interface got rewritten into a sluggish pile of JavaScript that either broke things which used to just work, or made them so horribly slow that using them became a PITA. Beyond the technical decay GitHub had turned into de facto “public infrastructure” in much the same way that WhatsApp has, hosting the source code of a very large…

WASHINGTON — A Trump administration nominee to lead an agency focused on public health disasters had his confirmation vote postponed amid a lack of support just minutes before it was scheduled to take place, after he was lambasted during a confirmation hearing last week for his past anti-vaccine statements Sean Kaufman, the nominee for assistant secretary for preparedness and response (ASPR), faced tough questions during last week’s hearing after STAT reported that he made a number of comments questioning the safety of vaccines. The Senate health committee was supposed to vote on approving his nomination and sending it to the full Senate floor on…

**Composable security operations provider Abstract Security announced on Thursday that it raised $25 million in a new funding round to accelerate development of its streaming-first security operations platform. ** The round brings Abstract’s total funding to nearly $50 million, and the company said its valuation has tripled since its prior round, though it did not disclose specific dollar figures. The new capital will be used to widen the platform’s in-stream detection coverage, extend capabilities across the security operations workflow, and grow the company’s go-to-market team. Cheyenne Ventures and AVP co-led the round, with additional investment…

If you're looking for fast, dependable storage for a NAS or desktop computer, Seagate has you covered with a number of great brands. IronWolf is built for always-on network storage, while the BarraCuda is a terrific budget choice for everyday PCs. The Seagate IronWolf 4TB NAS hard drive is currently available for $235.99 at Newegg. Designed specifically for NAS systems, it combines 4TB of CMR storage with a 5400 RPM spindle speed, a generous 256MB cache, and SATA 6Gb/s connectivity. AgileArray technology, rotational vibration sensors, and support for workloads of up to 180TB per year make it well suited to multi-bay NAS enclosures that stay powered on…

The Naruo Golf Course is just one of the many places in Forza Horizon 6 that makes the game's map feel alive. However, the golf course is fairly hidden, so you might have driven right past it without even noticing it. Additionally, the golf course's clubhouse is mentioned as a hint for the Dodge Charger R/T treasure car, so you definitely need to come here to get a free car. Here's where to find the Naruo Golf Course in Forza Horizon 6. Update (July 23): We've updated this guide with information on how to complete the #AfternoonTee photo challenge. Where to find the golf course in Forza Horizon 6 The Naruo Golf Course in Forza Horizon 6 is located in…

The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) on Thursday announced an extension of its Clean Toilet Picture Challenge till June 30, 2027, with the objective of further enhancing cleanliness and user experience at restrooms along national highways. Launched in September 2025 and extended in January till June this year, the campaign has so far seen 429 highway users report unclean toilets and receive FASTag recharges worth ₹1,000 as rewards, the authority said in a statement here. The extension of the initiative aims to ensure continued public participation and effective implementation of the challenge, along with timely processing of FASTag recharge…

Published - July 23, 2026 08:21 pm IST Why did Ford choose Chennai instead of Pune in the 1990s? This episode traces the story behind that landmark decision, how it transformed Tamil Nadu into an automobile powerhouse, why Ford exited India in 2021, and what its ongoing talks with the State government could mean for the future of the Maraimalai Nagar plant. Published - July 23, 2026 08:21 pm IST Published - July 23, 2026 08:21 pm IST

TL;DR Ford and Geely announced a JV at Ford’s Valencia plant. Ford 66%, Geely 34%. Four models from 2028 including Ford and Geely EVs. Operations start H1 2027. Ford and Geely announced a JV at Ford’s Valencia plant. Ford 66%, Geely 34%. Four models from 2028 including Ford and Geely EVs. Operations start H1 2027. Ford and Geely announced a manufacturing joint venture on Thursday that will produce electric vehicles at Ford’s plant in Valencia, Spain. Ford will own 66% of the venture, Geely 34%. Pending regulatory approvals, operations begin in the first half of 2027, with the first new vehicles rolling off the line in 2028. The plant will continue…

Memory chips are the oil of the AI boom, and right now they are hard to get. So when Elon Musk used Tesla’s quarterly call to publicly thank Micron, it was worth noticing. Suppliers rarely get shout-outs. Scarce ones do. Micron recently gave Tesla a “significant allocation” of memory on “reasonable terms,” Musk said, according to Bloomberg. That matters, because memory is in short supply and prices are high. The global build-out of AI has soaked up chips and left other industries scrambling. The thank-you, though, sat oddly next to Musk’s longer game. He is quietly building the capacity to not need Micron at all. Enter Terafab The project is called…

SpaceXAI just launched a Grok add-in for Excel However OpenAI, Anthropic and others have already beaten Grok to it The latest Grok 4.5 model is said to be an Excel genius SpaceXAI (formerly xAI) has launched Grok for Excel as an add-in which looks to put Grok's conversational AI abilities within a side panel to help with formulas, charts, analysis and more. Although the add-in is technically free, it requires a paid account to use the features, with only SuperGrok, SuperGrok Heavy and Business/Enterprise plans capable of handling tasks within the add-in. SpaceXAI also refers to the add-in as a 'free' Microsoft Marketplace tool, loosely implying its…

Strong Large Deal Wins at $3.6 Billion with 61% Net New; Robust Free Cash Flow of $0.96 Billion FY27 Revenue Guidance Revised to 1.5%-3.0%, Margin guidance Retained at 20%-22% BENGALURU, India , July 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY), a global leader in AI-first business consulting and technology services, delivered $5,082 million in Q1 revenues, year on year growth of 2.4% and sequential growth of 1.0% in constant currency. Operating margin was at 21.1%, sequential increase of 0.2%. EPS growth was 14.9% year on year in rupee terms. TCV of large deal wins was $3.6 billion, with 61% net new. "AI momentum is now…

Apple on Thursday announced a new set of developer tools that will let automakers embed Apple Maps navigation and mapping directly into their vehicles’ infotainment systems. The software development kit, called MapKit for Automotive, will debut with Ford and its new line of electric vehicles, starting with a $30,000 midsize truck in 2027. Ford is placing a hefty bet on its next-generation of EVs, which it has promised will be affordable and efficient while still offering the latest technology. To build them, Ford ditched its century-old tradition and instead started with a universal EV platform, or UEV, that will underpin the midsize truck and…

Tesla underwhelmed Wall Street with its latest financial results , leading some analysts to lower their price targets on shares, even after the electric vehicle maker made progress toward milestones that could set the stage for its stock to rally in the future. The Elon Musk-led company posted adjusted earnings of 33 cents per share for the second quarter – a figure that came in well below the 51 cents per share expected by analysts polled by LSEG. However, revenue came in at $28.24 billion, or above analysts' consensus estimate of $25.71, during the same period. Another bright spot was the performance of the core automotive segment. It generated…

Ford plans to embed Apple Maps directly into its Universal Electric Vehicle Platform, which will start with a $30,000 midsize pickup truck set for release in 2027. In an announcement on Thursday, Ford says it will use Apple Maps to offer “turn-by-turn directions using natural language, real-time traffic and incident information, intuitive search featuring detailed place cards, and routing options.” Ford picks Apple Maps for its next EV platform and updated BlueCruise Apple Maps will be embedded into Ford’s ‘universal’ EV platform. Apple Maps will be embedded into Ford’s ‘universal’ EV platform. The vehicle will also have an intelligent EV routing…

Dangote Refinery slowdown tightens fuel supply from Nigeria to Europe Africa · Western The Dangote Refinery slowdown has slashed gasoline exports to a trickle, forcing West African nations back to European suppliers and exposing the fragility of Nigeria’s bid for energy sovereignty. What went wrong at Africa’s largest refinery The Dangote Refinery, a $19–20 billion project in the Lekki Free Zone outside Lagos, began commercial operations in January 2024 with a nameplate capacity of 650,000 barrels per day. It was meant to end Nigeria’s decades-long dependence on imported fuel and reshape trade flows across the Atlantic Basin. Instead, a cascade of…

Angola Embraces China’s Yuan in Banking Reserve and Payment Shift Africa · Southern Angola’s banking sector is wiring China’s yuan into its financial core, adding the currency to reserve requirements and preparing direct links to Beijing’s cross-border payment network, a move that deepens Africa’s gradual monetary tilt without breaking from the dollar. A quiet rule change with loud implications In early July 2026, Angola’s central bank, the Banco Nacional de Angola (BNA), issued Directive No. 05/2026. The text was short, but its signal travelled far. The directive added the Chinese yuan (CNY) to the list of currencies that commercial banks can use to…

Curtiss-Wright Brings US Aerospace Giant to Africa for First Time Africa · Northern The Curtiss-Wright Morocco aerospace deal signals a new phase in the kingdom’s industrial ascent, bringing a specialised American surface-technologies giant to African soil for the first time and deepening the great-power contest over critical supply chains. A Historic First at Farnborough On 21 July 2026, at the Farnborough International Airshow in the United Kingdom, Moroccan officials and executives from Curtiss-Wright Corporation signed a memorandum of understanding. The agreement paves the way for a Curtiss-Wright Surface Technologies (CWST) facility in Greater…

Special Chief Secretary (Energy) K. Vijayanand said in a review meeting on Thursday that 60 major transmission projects, with an investment of ₹5,092 crore, were under implementation across the State. Upon completion, these projects would add 14,296 MVA of transmission capacity and 1,760 Circuit Kilometres (CKM) of lines, strengthening inter-regional grid connectivity and ensuring a more stable and reliable power supply across the State. He directed the officials to take measures to ensure the timely completion of ongoing works, planned investments, future initiatives and critical transmission infrastructure within the stipulated timelines. The…

Global oil prices cross $100 a barrel as Iran war sends fuel prices surging Oil prices surged more than 6% on Thursday. Global oil prices on Thursday crossed $100 a barrel for the first time since May, after Houthi militants in Yemen claimed to have struck two Saudi tankers in the Red Sea. The reported attack, which came alongside continued strikes between the United States and Iran, threatened to worsen an oil shock that had already amounted to one of the largest in history. Brent crude futures, the benchmark index for worldwide trading, briefly topped $100 a barrel on Thursday morning, before dropping to $99.70. That figure marked a roughly 28%…

Sign in. It’s quick, free and it’s up to you. An account is an optional way to support the work we do. Find out more. CONDITIONS IN THE Strait of Hormuz are so changeable that it’s difficult to predict the impact it will have on consumers in the near future. That’s according to the chief executive of Fuels for Ireland, Kevin McPartlan, who said wholesale prices can change daily, as the conflict unfolds. The price of the benchmark international oil contract, Brent North Sea, reached $100 (€88) a barrel in trading today after Yemen’s Houthi rebels struck oil tankers in the Red Sea. US president Donald Trump had responded by threatening “major military…

Back on March 24, a little over three weeks into an Iran Conflict which President Donald Trump initially estimated would last for “2 to 4 weeks,” I wrote here that drivers should expect gasoline prices at the pump to be higher for longer than the White House was then projecting. That piece was in part based on a report from Enverus presciently titled “The Return of $100 Oil,” and partly on my own assessment of the forces then in play in global oil markets. Drivers and consumers enjoyed a break in June following the announced ceasefire and Memorandum of Understanding between the U.S. and Iran’s multi-pronged ruling regime. The break was so substantial…

MOSCOW, July 23. /TASS/. Ukraine needs to better prepare for the winter season, Vladimir Zelensky said at a press conference following his meeting with Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin. "Logistics, grain, agriculture, energy - all of that is crucial. And so are our [winter] readiness plans, which, to tell you the truth, I am completely dissatisfied with. I have seen the percentage of work done and we need to step it up quickly," he said as quoted by the UNIAN news agency. Earlier, Ukraine’s new Prime Minister Sergey Koretsky said that the coming winter will be more challenging than the last one. According to TASS estimates, Ukraine has currently…

The head of state made the statement during a joint media briefing with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin, according to an Ukrinform correspondent. "Another challenge is agriculture. We understood several months ago what they (Russia – ed.) were going to do. They will do everything to block our grain corridor. You know that yesterday (...) no vessel was able to enter our ports. In other words, they attacked all the vessels. They will step up these efforts. Understanding this, we saw the Russians’ plans a couple of months ago, and that is why we decided that a separate person should be responsible specifically for this area," Zelensky said. The…

Three Atlantic provinces are considering the creation of a new Maritime electricity system operator. The commitment is part of a broad memorandum of understanding signed by New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. Premiers for the three provinces announced the deal during a meeting of Canada’s premiers in Charlottetown, P.E.I., this week. The provinces say the deal would help keep energy affordable and ensure the grid remains reliable. Get breaking National news Premier Susan Holt says New Brunswick is well-positioned to help power Canada’s energy future as the power hub of the Maritimes. Meanwhile, the federal government announced this…