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FDA fast-tracks psychedelic drug research following Trump executive order

It's a big shift toward supporting psychedelic-based medicines for treatment-resistant depression, PTSD and substance use disorders, the FDA said.

US Justice Department drops criminal probe of Fed chair Jerome Powell

The announcement on Friday is expected to clear the path for the confirmation of his successor, Kevin Warsh.

Nato says 'no provision' to expel members after report US could seek to suspend Spain

An internal Pentagon email reportedly outlines options to punish allies over a perceived lack of support for Iran war.

Rai Cinema Presents Giuseppe Tornatore’s Bank Of America Founder Project ‘The First Dollar’ At NIAF Gala

Rai Cinema touched down at the National Italian American Foundation (NIAF) New York gala on Thursday evening to present Giuseppe Tornatore’s upcoming film The First Dollar to the…

Trump’s Justice Department drops its probe into Fed’s Powell, paving the way for Warsh’s confirmation

President Donald Trump’s Department of Justice on Friday said that it’s backing down in a standoff over the leadership of the Federal Reserve, an announcement that is expected to…

Law firms push staff to return to UAE offices as ceasefire holds

Some employers will cover costs of returning to Gulf for lawyers who relocated after outbreak of Iran war

The Latest Push to Extend Key US Spy Powers Is Still a Mess

A US surveillance program that lets the FBI view Americans’ communications without a warrant is up for renewal. A new bill aims to address mounting lawmaker concerns—with smoke…

Nuclear startup X-energy raises $1B in data center-driven IPO

Amazon-backed X-energy was able to raise around 20% more money in its IPO as demand for nuclear power surges.

‘Dutton Ranch’ Showrunner Chad Feehan Out Three Weeks Before Series Premiere

The “Yellowstone” spinoff “Dutton Ranch” is going to have to rustle up a new showrunner. Variety has confirmed that Chad Feehan, who served as showrunner…

Amazon’s chip business scores another major win

Amazon’s stock jumped toward a record high Friday, after the company announced that Meta plans to use tens of millions of the company’s Graviton chips for agentic AI workloads.

US prosecutors drop criminal probe into Fed chair Powell

Breakthrough removes potential hurdle to Kevin Warsh’s confirmation as next US central bank chief

Well, this is embarrassing: The Lunar Gateway's primary modules are corroded

"Preliminary findings indicate that the issue likely results from a combination of factors."

Intel shares surge on AI boom to surpass dotcom bubble high

CEO says US chipmaker has made ‘fundamental’ changes after year-long turnaround

The golden age of arbitrage has begun

The law of one price is in retreat — with major consequences for profits, inflation and innovation

US Navy authorised to target Iranian fast boats in Strait of Hormuz

Hegseth says President Trump authorised the navy to target Iranian fast boats in the Strait of Hormuz.

‘I Swear’ Director on Selling His House to Make the Tourette’s Biopic, Robert Aramayo’s Instant Classic BAFTAs Speech and That N-Word Scandal: ‘The Irony Is, That’s Why We Made the Film’

More than six months after “I Swear” released in the U.K., audiences in the U.S. are now finally getting to see the British indie film that’s been at the center…

Poisoning suspected after 18 wolves found dead in Italian national park

An investigation has been launched after the deaths of at least 18 wolves and several other wild ‌animals found in recent days in an Italian national park.

Hearts, Rangers, Celtic - who will lead Premiership by end of Sunday?

Three teams separated by three points with just five games to go. After an epic season, the Scottish Premiership split is finally here.

Regeneron inks drug pricing deal with Trump, will offer new hearing-loss therapy for free

Regeneron is the latest in a string of major drugmakers to make pricing concessions for new and existing medicines under agreements with Trump.

Tim Cook is stepping down. What happens to Apple now?

Tim Cook plans to step down from his CEO role in September, handing the reins to hardware chief John Ternus. Ternus may be inheriting one of the most durable businesses in tech,…

Uber CTO Praveen Neppalli Naga joins stacked StrictlyVC SF lineup for April 30 event

Surprise! StrictlyVC San Francisco, which will kick off this year’s events lineup for TechCrunch on April 30 at the Sentro Filipino Cultural Center, is getting a new addition to…

Russian oilman tried to buy golf course on railway to British nuclear site

Purchase of Lake District club collapsed this week after government officials and the FT raised questions over strategic location

Behind Nigeria's murky coup plot - the money, the prayers and a Nollywood arrest

What court papers and sources close to the investigation have told the BBC about the scope of the plan.

Netanyahu successfully treated for prostate cancer

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he's been successfully treated for prostate cancer.

Bracewell used cocaine after day's County Championship play

Former New Zealand all-rounder Doug Bracewell has admitted using cocaine after the first day of Essex's final County Championship match last year.

Spirit Airlines' cash won't 'last for very much longer,' but Trump says government could buy carrier

President Trump confirmed the government could provide a rescue package for Spirit Airlines or buy the carrier outright.

Iranian FM Araghchi to visit Pakistan in step towards US talks resumption

As Pakistan hosts US-Iran talks, twin-city residents face road closures, halted courts and growing economic strain.

Benfica player handed six-game ban for homophobic conduct towards Real star Vinicius Junior

Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni has been banned for six matches by UEFA for homophobic conduct towards Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior during a Champions League match.

There’s never been a semiconductor rally like this one — and that’s triggering a number of warnings

Parabolic moves in the market “only end one way,” says BTIG’s Krinsky.

Intel’s stock extends its spectacular run — and could see its best daily gain on record

There’s a debate on Wall Street about whether Intel’s financial prospects have materially changed.

Big Four’s shrinkage at the top presages weakness at the bottom line

Professional service firms appear to be braced for flatlining growth

Mandelson row is a cold shower for civil service relations

The fallout from an ambassadorial appointment like no other threatens even worse procedural ‘sludge’ in Whitehall

In another wild turn for AI chips, Meta signs deal for millions of Amazon AI CPUs

Meta has commandeered a big chunk of Amazon's homegrown CPUs (not GPUs) for AI agentic workloads, signaling that a new kind of chip race has begun.

Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu treated for early-stage prostate cancer

The Israeli prime minister says he is "in excellent physical condition" after having a malignant tumour removed.

Poisoning suspected in deaths of 18 wolves in Italian national park

After the carcasses of 10 wolves were found last week, another eight have been found in recent days.

Nike cuts 1,400 roles in second round of layoffs this year

Nike announced 1,400 layoffs, primarily in its technology department, on Thursday after cutting 775 jobs in January.

Instagram has launched another Snapchat clone

Instagram is testing a new dedicated app that's focused around Snapchat-like photo sharing features. The app, called "Instants," was launched in Italy and Spain yesterday,…

The Best Cordless Vacuums for Your Whole House (2026)

Clean your house without the constraint of a power cord with these cordless stick vacuums.

Yunjin, Gaia, Cure for Paranoia, BrokenPen and More Join SXSW London Music Lineup

South by Southwest London, which runs June 1-6, has unveiled its full music program, with special guests added to the lineup including K-Pop idol Yunjin, Italian pop superstar…

US considers suspending Spain from NATO, reported internal email suggests

Pentagon email obtained by Reuters reveals US anger at Spain and the UK as Iran war tensions persist.

Rocket Report: Artemis III rocket getting ready; SpaceX is now an AI company

"If it doesn’t rely on a solid, there’s no reason why we can’t launch."

I will inherit my parents’ $1.5 million estate. Do I fire the adviser who charges a 3% fee?

“Some stocks have risen, but others have flopped.”

What $1 million buys you in real estate around the world

Luxury real estate in most major markets around the world continues to become more expensive, as the wealthy grow wealthier and more mobile.

Key suspect in notorious Tadamon massacre during Syria civil war arrested

Amjad Youssef was wanted over the mass killing of blindfolded civilians in April 2013 in the district of Damascus.

Amanda Turnbull’s Rise Studios’ Partnership With Inter Medya Spawns Turkish Series ‘Caged Love’

Dubai-based Rise Studios, which is headed by former Warner Bros. Discovery Middle East chief Amanda Turnbull, and Turkish sales and production company Inter Medya have started…

Pentagon's Falklands email makes Charles's US visit even more challenging

Mention the Falklands War and dig up the issue of America's support over them and something deep inside the British psyche goes off like a landmine. 

British conwoman who claimed to be royalty hit with new charges in Singapore

Dionne Marie Hanna, 85, is accused of duping more than two dozen people - including her own son.

‘AI genuinely freaks me out’: Do I leave my $150,000 job for a $215,000 role in data analytics — with a 50-minute commute?

“There’s basically no upward mobility unless someone above me leaves.”

Prestigious photo contest answers ‘what is a photo?’

We love to muse over how "real" photography is defined here at The Verge now that generative AI is so prolific, and the World Press Photo competition might have the answer. The…

Man Utd hopeful of Toone return at Spurs

Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone will train on Friday and could return after four months out with injury at Tottenham on Sunday.