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Pro-Palestine legal aid requests stay high in 2025 amid US campus pressure

Legal aid group says the rate of requests shows pro-Palestine advocacy persists despite Trump administration's tactics.

NBA MVP: Who will win between Jokic, SGA and Wemby?

Who will win the MVP award: Nuggets' Nikola Jokic, Spurs' Victor Wembanyama or Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander?

Global energy markets are on the verge of a disaster

Scenarios now range from bad to awful

US issues more Iran sanctions on eve of possible talks in Pakistan

The Trump administration targets 14 individuals and entities over alleged links to Iran's arms industry.

EU eyes options as Iran conflict threatens jet fuel shortages

The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz is causing concern in Europe, which relies heavily on imported jet fuel.

Trump announces Iran ceasefire extension but says blockade remains

US president says attacks will be held off until Iranian leaders 'come up with a unified proposal' to end war.

California’s New Hotel Edit: The Best New Places to Stay Across the Golden State in 2026

From a new Charlie Palmer "culinary hotel" in Sonoma to the renovation of the landmark Huntington in San Francisco, these design-forward stays across the state are perfect for a…

Neon Adapting Sam Evenson’s Viral Horror Short ‘Mora’ Into Feature Film (EXCLUSIVE)

Neon, the independent studio behind “Parasite” and “Anora,” has enlisted Sam Evenson to adapt his viral short film “Mora” into a full-length…

Two CIA agents reportedly killed in car crash in Mexican state of Chihuahua

The presence of US officials in a law enforcement convoy raises questions about respect for Mexico's sovereignty.

Israeli rabbi who bulldozed Gaza honoured as torchbearer

Avraham Zarbiv, known for gleefully documenting his bulldozing of Gaza, was honoured on Israel’s “Independence Day”.

This is what critics of Apple and Tim Cook get dead wrong

Apple’s true innovation is betting on hardware as the clearest path to profit from the AI revolution.

The stablecoin market has got too stable

Rapid growth in dollar-backed crypto has stalled

Apple’s Cal AI crackdown signals it’s still policing the App Store

Apple tells TechCrunch Cal AI was removed not for web payments alone, but for deceptive billing, manipulative tactics, and App Store rule violations.

SusHi Tech Tokyo isn’t a conference — it’s a deal room with 60,000 people

When 60,000 attendees descend on Tokyo Big Sight April 27–29, the headline numbers are hard to ignore: 750 startup exhibitors, 151 sessions, city leaders from 49 countries. But…

Elite law firm Sullivan & Cromwell admits to AI ‘hallucinations’

Firm whose partners bill more than $2,000 per hour apologises to judge for software-driven errors in bankruptcy case

AI backlash is coming for elections

Ask Americans how they feel about AI and most say they have concerns. Communities have mounted resistance to data center projects, stalling them across the US. On social media,…

Sam Altman throws shade at Anthropic’s cyber model, Mythos: ‘fear-based marketing’

This week, during a podcast appearance, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman called out his competitor's new cybersecurity model, noting that the company was using fear to make its product sound…

Nicaragua’s president says Trump ‘mentally deranged’ over war on Iran

Nicaraguan President has criticised his US counterpart Donald Trump, over the war on Iran.

US forces detain Iran-linked tanker Tifani with ceasefire talks on edge

Ship, detained under US policy to stop all Tehran-linked vessels, is under sanctions for smuggling Iranian crude.

Prices for World Cup public transportation range from free to $150. Here’s what’s going on.

In one instance, train fares are being inflated from $26 to $150.

Shirtless Alex Jones Reacts to The Onion Deal to Acquire Infowars: “The Whole Thing’s About Defaming Me”

“Just because you’re wearing my shirt don’t mean you’re me,” the topless right wing media personality said while livestreaming on X.

Rachel Shukert Strikes Overall Deal With UCP; ‘Listen For The Lie’ In The Works At Peacock & ‘Summer Sisters’ Adaptation In Development

EXCLUSIVE: Rachel Shukert, fresh from writing and exec producing Peacock’s The Burbs, is staying in business with UCP. Shukert, who also created Netflix’s The Baby‑Sitters Club,…

Amazon launches GLP-1 weight loss program, promising 'fast, convenient' access

Through Amazon Pharmacy, patients will be able to access medications including Novo Nordisk's Wegovy as well as newer oral GLP-1 options.

Ukraine says Druzhba pipeline running Russian oil to Europe can resume work

Kyiv hopeful pipeline restoration will unblock EU loan, with bloc's foreign policy chief expecting 'positive decision'.

IPL 2026 points table and top run-scorers & wicket-takers

The IPL 2026 is in full swing, but who is leading the race for the orange and purple cap? BBC Sport looks at the top run-scorers and wicket-takers in the 19th edition.

Warsh signals evolution, not revolution at the Fed

The nominee for chair of the central bank wants regime change, but at a slow and deliberative pace

Flu vaccine no longer mandatory for soldiers, says US military chief

Pete Hegseth says the decision is based on principle of 'medical autonomy' and criticises the mandate as 'overreaching'.

The AirPods are Tim Cook’s most underrated achievement

Apple Silicon chips. The iPhone's dominance. Apple Vision Pro. During Tim Cook's 15-year tenure as Apple CEO there were highs - and in the case of the Vision Pro, maybe a low -…

Lufthansa cuts 20,000 flights to save fuel as prices soar

Move comes as European transport ministers gather to discuss plans to prevent region running short of jet fuel

UPS and FedEx have begun filing for some tariff refunds

UPS and FedEx have begun filing requests for some tariff refunds through the government's refund process, but those funds could take months to reach customers.

Michael and Susan Dell to donate $750 million to UT Austin to fund new medical campus

The donation will create a new hospital at the school where Michael Dell was once a premed student.

Clarifai deletes 3 million photos that OkCupid provided to train facial recognition AI, report says

The photo deletion comes after an FTC settlement with Clarifai. The company had asked OkCupid — whose executives had invested in Clarifai — to share data in 2014, according to…

Britain’s prime minister is in power without purpose

Latest Mandelson scandal has left Starmer in limbo until his MPs decide his fate

From Allbirds to AI, the meme-stock frenzy is warning you to own this quality ‘antimeme’ portfolio instead

These dividend-paying stable winners are likely to outperform a meme-themed ETF.

City firms relax office-working policies as Tube strikes hit London

Companies including Amazon and JPMorgan have eased requirements as drivers stage two 24-hour walkouts

Pope warns humanity's at risk, in new plea to world leaders

The Pope has warned humanity's future risks being "tragically compromised" due to a breakdown of international law and political responsibility.

Israeli soldiers punished over vandalism of Jesus statue in Lebanon

Two soldiers will be removed from combat duty and receive 30 days of military detention, Israel's military says.

Iran sees mass redundancies from war with US and Israel

The impact is being felt by manufacturers, retailers and the digital sector, amid warnings it could get worse if the war resumes.

‘Harry Potter’ Sets Live Drone Shows Across the World, Timed to 25th Anniversary (EXCLUSIVE)

Move over, quidditch: “Harry Potter” is sending thousands of drones into the sky to celebrate the franchise. Timed to the franchise’s 25th anniversary, Warner…

Kamala Harris and Rita Moreno to Be Honored at Public Counsel Awards Dinner (EXCLUSIVE)

Kamala Harris and Rita Moreno will receive Public Counsel’s William O. Douglas Award and Trailblazer in the Arts Award, respectively, at the law firm’s annual William O.…

Why Social Security faces a financial reckoning just a few years from now

Did policymakers in 1983 do a good job fixing Social Security?

Tucker Carlson Apologizes for ‘Misleading People’ About Donald Trump: I Will Be ‘Tormented by It for a Long Time’

Tucker Carlson’s break with President Donald Trump — whom the ex-Fox News host once robustly supported — took a stunning turn, as Carlson apologized for…

Hudson-Odoi to miss Forest run-in after surgery

Nottingham Forest confirm Callum Hudson-Odoi will miss the rest of the season after having leg surgery.

New leaks reveal pricing and performance specs for DJI’s next beginner drones

DJI plans to debut two new drones later this week according to a recent teaser. But ahead of the official announcement, Italian electronics retailer Dino Galiano has shared…

Rabbi accused of war crimes selected for Israel’s national celebration

Rabbi Avraham Zarbiv has filmed himself demolishing Palestinian buildings in Gaza while reciting religious verses.

The unprecedented rise of Fernando Mendoza

The consensus top pick is bringing his unique mix of curiosity, quirk and command to the NFL.

Tim Cook’s secret weapon that turned Apple into a $4 trillion empire

Tim Cook will leave the CEO post after 15 years marked by supply-chain dominance.

UnitedHealth tops quarterly estimates, hikes profit outlook as insurer manages high medical costs

The nation's largest private insurer expects 2026 adjusted earnings of more than $18.25 per share, up from a previous outlook of greater than $17.75 per share.

Downing Street discussed diplomatic role for Starmer aide, says ex-Foreign Office head

Olly Robbins tells MPs he was ‘under strict instruction’ from No 10 not to inform then foreign secretary David Lammy of plan

Video: US forces board sanctioned tanker in Asia Pacific

The Department of War has released a video it says shows US forces boarding a sanctioned tanker in the Asia Pacific.