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Israels strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar shatters Gulfs faith in US protection


Sree VijaykumarThe attack on Hamas leaders in Doha upended a decades-old assumption - and left Arab leaders questioning how much they can still rely on Washington

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Fire up the gas turbines, says US Interior Secretary: We gotta win the AI arms race
Fire up the gas turbines, says US Interior Secretary: We gotta win the AI arms race
Climate change? No worry - we can solve that later, argues Doug Burgum


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Revealed: Apple is teaching its AI to adapt to the Trump era
Revealed: Apple is teaching its AI to adapt to the Trump era
Apple policy documents enacted by a subcontractor show how the company shifted its approach to fine-tuning its AI in March, two months after the U.S. president was inaugurated.


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Two billionaires have very different -- and equally wild -- visions of a future in space. Is either possible? | CNN
Two billionaires have very different -- and equally wild -- visions of a future in space. Is either possible? | CNN
Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos have spent two decades and large portions of their exorbitant wealth creating new space technologies. Their plan is to reshape how humans live.


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Are ultramarathon runners really at increased risk of bowel cancer?
Are ultramarathon runners really at increased risk of bowel cancer?
Most exercise lowers cancer risk, but a study raises questions about heavy endurance training and precancerous colon lesions.


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After Kirk Assassination, a Republican Governor Tries to Stop the Blame Game
After Kirk Assassination, a Republican Governor Tries to Stop the Blame Game
It is usually the job of a president to unify the nation in moments of rupture and sorrow. But President Trump has led his supporters in doling out blame.


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NPR and PBS Must Transform After Trump's Cuts Cripple Broadcasters
NPR and PBS Must Transform After Trump's Cuts Cripple Broadcasters
Radio and television stations, facing enormous budget holes, are pleading with NPR and PBS to lower their fees as they examine whether to drop national programming altogether.


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Vance Invokes Charlie Kirk in Midterms Push to G.O.P. Donors
Vance Invokes Charlie Kirk in Midterms Push to G.O.P. Donors
Vice President JD Vance urged major contributors to win the 2026 midterms to honor Charlie Kirk, who was Mr. Vance’s close friend.


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The Unexpected Windfall: How Oracle's AI Boom Made Bengaluru Techies Millionaires Overnight
The Unexpected Windfall: How Oracle's AI Boom Made Bengaluru Techies Millionaires Overnight
Oracle's AI cloud deals triggered a historic 36% stock surge, briefly making Larry Ellison the world's richest man and turning several young employees in Bengaluru into millionaires through restricted stock units (RSUs).


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Kirk Assassination Puts America's Political Spotlight on Campuses Again
Kirk Assassination Puts America's Political Spotlight on Campuses Again
Colleges are often the setting, and the target, of the nation’s most heated politics. Charlie Kirk’s work on campuses was one factor.


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Used E.V. Sales Take Off as Prices Plummet
Used E.V. Sales Take Off as Prices Plummet
Electric vehicles on the used market often cost less than comparable gasoline models, making the technology affordable to many more buyers.


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After years living quietly in Florida, Shah of Irans alleged chief torturer must face accusations in court
After years living quietly in Florida, Shah of Irans alleged chief torturer must face accusations in court
"The roots of the brutal policies being carried out today by the Islamic Republic of Iran are connected to the torture methods enacted by Sabeti and Savak. [The case] should stand as a rejection of a future Iran that re-establishes Savak, or seeks to provide blanket amnesty to current security forces who have been involved in torture and repression.




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California's $23 Billion Plan to Restore Federal Cuts to Scientific Research
California's $23 Billion Plan to Restore Federal Cuts to Scientific Research
Democrats are calling for the creation of a state equivalent of the National Institutes of Health, but first state lawmakers and then voters would need to approve it.


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E-bike injuries are a massive burden, say Royal London Hospital surgeons
E-bike injuries are a massive burden, say Royal London Hospital surgeons
Frida, six, is one of the many patients treated at the Royal London Hospital for an e-bike injury.


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Scientists uncover extreme life inside the Arctic ice
For the first time, researchers report that Arctic algae can hustle along in -15 C - the lowest-temperature movement ever recorded in complex, living cells.


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Scientists unveil a rubber band that generates electricity from body heat
Scientists unveil a rubber band that generates electricity from body heat
A team led by scientists from Peking University has developed a rubber-like material that converts body heat into electricity. This advance could allow the next generation of wearable electronics to generate their own power continuously without the need for bulky batteries or constant recharging.


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The Internet Will Be More Dead Than Alive Within 3 Years, Trend Shows
The Internet Will Be More Dead Than Alive Within 3 Years, Trend Shows
Between 2021 and 2023, automated internet traffic jumped from 42.3 percent to 49.6 percent. That number has only continued to rise.


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An Annual Blast of Pacific Cold Water Did Not Occur, Alarming Scientists
An Annual Blast of Pacific Cold Water Did Not Occur, Alarming Scientists
The cold water upswell, which is vital to marine life, did not materialize for the first time on record. Researchers are trying to figure out why.


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What if the $3trn AI investment boom goes wrong?
What if the $3trn AI investment boom goes wrong?
Even if the technology achieves its potential, plenty of people will lose their shirts


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Apple, Google and Meta are trying to perfect a science-fiction gadget: The universal translator
Apple, Google and Meta are capitalizing on advancements in AI to bring new translation features to their latest hardware devices.


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America's choice after the assassination of Charlie Kirk
America's choice after the assassination of Charlie Kirk
Political violence could become routine. But it doesn't have to


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Charlie Javice Takes 'Full Responsibility' Ahead of Fraud Sentencing ...
Charlie Javice Takes 'Full Responsibility' Ahead of Fraud Sentencing ...
"There are no excuses, only regret -- I am truly sorry," she wrote to US District Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein.


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About 93% of pilots admit napping during flights in German survey
About 93% of pilots admit napping during flights in German survey
Pilots' union says napping during flights has become a 'worrying reality' for its members due to rising fatigue


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We are entering a golden age of robotics startups -- and not just because of AI
We are entering a golden age of robotics startups -- and not just because of AI
The robotics startup market has matured over the last decade and the cost to produce robots has gone down significantly.


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America's dangerous descent into mutual loathing
America's dangerous descent into mutual loathing
The murder of Charlie Kirk is part of a new cycle of political violence with echoes of the 1960s. But this time, leading figures on the right are inciting revenge


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Teams That Prioritize Either Learning or Performance Perform Better
Teams That Prioritize Either Learning or Performance Perform Better
A new study shows that teams struggle when they're expected to do it all.


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MIT software tool turns everyday objects into animated, eye-catching displays
MIT software tool turns everyday objects into animated, eye-catching displays
MIT's FabObscura system helps users design and print barrier-grid animations without electronic components. From zigzags to circular patterns, the software turns unique concepts into printable scanimations, helping users create dynamic packaging, toys, signage, and decor.


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Opendoor board chair Rabois says company is 'bloated,' needs to cut 85% of workforce
Keith Rabois was named chairman of Opendoor this week and the company, which he co-founded, hired former Shopify executive Kaz Nejatian as its new CEO.


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TikTok Challenger Goes Bust: How $1 Billion Flip Unraveled
TikTok Challenger Goes Bust: How $1 Billion Flip Unraveled
The TikTok challenger had just cracked the Apple App Store's top-five ranking. Downloads soared 855% month over month, Sensor Tower data showed, fueled by TikTok's imminent ban in the US.


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Hamas and Hezbollah among groups relisted by Australia for counter-terrorism sanctions
Hamas and Hezbollah among groups relisted by Australia for counter-terrorism sanctions
Terrorgram provides instructions to its members online through the chat platform Telegram on how to conduct terrorist attacks and has been responsible for inspiring events in the United States, Europe and Asia.


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A synthetic molecule helps reduce visceral fat and improve sleep
A synthetic molecule helps reduce visceral fat and improve sleep
A study conducted by researchers from the Pennington Biomedical Research Center (PBRC, United States), Proteimax Biotechnology (Israel), and the University of Sao Paulo's Biomedical Sciences Institute (ICB-USP, Brazil) has shown that ingesting Pep19 helps reduce visceral fat and improve sleep in obese adults.


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UC Berkeley shares 160 names with Trump administration in 'McCarthy era' move
UC Berkeley shares 160 names with Trump administration in 'McCarthy era' move
Prominent professor Judith Butler among students and faculty investigated for 'alleged antisemitic incidents'


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U.C. Berkeley Gives Names of Students and Faculty to Government for Antisemitism Probe
U.C. Berkeley Gives Names of Students and Faculty to Government for Antisemitism Probe
The University of California, Berkeley, told around 160 people that their names were in documents related to antisemitism complaints that were demanded by the Trump administration.


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Lawsuit Accuses Trump Officials of More Wrongful Deportations
Lawsuit Accuses Trump Officials of More Wrongful Deportations
Plaintiffs accused the Trump administration of using so-called third-country deportations to violate court-ordered protections for migrants, echoing the case of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia.


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Musk's XAI Just Laid Off Hundreds of Workers Tasked With Training Grok
Musk's XAI Just Laid Off Hundreds of Workers Tasked With Training Grok
The company sent out emails notifying employees that it was planning to downsize its team of generalist AI tutors, according to multiple messages viewed by Business Insider.


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The strains on the private equity model are showing
The strains on the private equity model are showing
Firms are still struggling to deal with a lack of exits from their investments


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Building a Smart City From Scratch Is Easier Said Than Done
Building a Smart City From Scratch Is Easier Said Than Done
A world away from the traffic-choked streets of Mumbai where he lived and worked for 25 years, Mahesh Chhabria now begins his day with a run through his leafy new neighborhood.


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The Police Found Messages After Kirk's Killing. What They Mean Is Unclear.
The Police Found Messages After Kirk's Killing. What They Mean Is Unclear.
The messages relied on an enigmatic, coded communication style used by the habitually online.


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Charlie Kirk Engaged in Debate on Religion Before He Was Shot
Charlie Kirk Engaged in Debate on Religion Before He Was Shot
The New York Times examined video footage to better understand what was said during Mr. Kirk’s event at Utah Valley University.


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What is 'executive dysfunction' and how do you overcome it?
What is 'executive dysfunction' and how do you overcome it?
Difficulty starting and getting overwhelmed by tasks are a few signs of it. We asked experts for tips on mitigating it


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Don't panic about the global fertility crash
Don't panic about the global fertility crash
A world with fewer people would not be all bad


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Why the Oracle-OpenAI deal caught Wall Street by surprise
Why the Oracle-OpenAI deal caught Wall Street by surprise
The $300B deal is a reminder that despite Oracle's legacy status, it shouldn't be overlooked when it comes to AI infrastructure. But key questions around power and how OpenAI will pay for this remain.


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Scientists: It's do or die time for America's primacy exploring the Solar System
Scientists: It's do or die time for America's primacy exploring the Solar System
“When you turn off those spacecraft’s radio receivers, there’s no way to turn them back on.”…


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'Data like you wouldn't believe': the rise of unofficial US economic reports
'Data like you wouldn't believe': the rise of unofficial US economic reports
Investors and policymakers are increasingly turning to privately produced statistics


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When CMOs and CFOs Align Their KPIs, They Deliver More Value
When CMOs and CFOs Align Their KPIs, They Deliver More Value
Getting on the same page about which metrics really matter helps cut waste and focus investment.


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Octopuses prefer to use different arms for different tasks, scientists find
Octopuses prefer to use different arms for different tasks, scientists find
Creatures favour front arms for most tasks, study suggests, despite fact all eight arms are capable of all actions


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Israeli ex-commander confirms Palestinian casualties are more than 200,000
Israeli ex-commander confirms Palestinian casualties are more than 200,000
Former chief of staff Herzi Halevi says 'not once' in the conflict have military operations been constrained by legal advice


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How Law Enforcement Got the Man Suspected of Killing Charlie Kirk
How Law Enforcement Got the Man Suspected of Killing Charlie Kirk
F.B.I. leaders touted the immense federal deployment assigned to find the assassin. But their big break came with a single tip — from the suspect’s own family.



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