Israeli pilot arrested after stabbing on Flydubai flight to Israel

Democrats Block Data Center Bill in Senate

Democratic senators in the US Senate have blocked a bill aimed at addressing soaring electricity costs for data centers, calling it 'toothless' and pushing for…

Democratic senators in the US Senate have blocked a bill aimed at addressing soaring electricity costs for data centers, calling it 'toothless' and pushing for mandatory measures.

US regulators investigate AI companies over potential safety risks

The Federal Trade Commission is investigating OpenAI, Anthropic, and other AI companies over potential safety risks posed by their products, following concerns about rogue agents…

The Federal Trade Commission is investigating OpenAI, Anthropic, and other AI companies over potential safety risks posed by their products, following concerns about rogue agents and potential threats to humanity within the next decade.

Trump's AI chatbot changes answers after challenging his claims

Donald Trump's new AI chatbot 'America' has been reprogrammed to stop fact-checking his lies, according to reports. The chatbot initially channeled Trump's claims but now…

Donald Trump's new AI chatbot 'America' has been reprogrammed to stop fact-checking his lies, according to reports. The chatbot initially channeled Trump's claims but now appears to be playing dumb after stating that Democrat Joe Biden won the 2020 election six years ago.

Trump’s AI Pledge Misspells 'United States'

President Trump and tech leaders signed a voluntary AI commitment document, but the White House misspelled 'United States' in the document. The misspelling has sparked…

President Trump and tech leaders signed a voluntary AI commitment document, but the White House misspelled 'United States' in the document. The misspelling has sparked controversy and questions about the document's validity.

Reddit Limits Old Reddit Access Due to AI Bots

Reddit, facing increased threats from automated bots, is reducing access to its 'Old Reddit' experience, which has been criticized for being vulnerable to scraping and…

Reddit, facing increased threats from automated bots, is reducing access to its 'Old Reddit' experience, which has been criticized for being vulnerable to scraping and automated traffic. The company is forcing users to log in to access the older platform, which has been in decline.

California Governor Newsom Signs AI Protection Laws

Democratic governor Gavin Newsom signs laws to protect California workers from AI threat, following Trump's 'superintelligence' decree.

Google Gemini 4 Argon Raises Output Limit to 1 Million Tokens

Google's Gemini 4 Argon AI model has increased its output limit to 1 million tokens, up from 64,000 tokens for previous models. The model now…

Google's Gemini 4 Argon AI model has increased its output limit to 1 million tokens, up from 64,000 tokens for previous models. The model now costs $2 per million input tokens and $10 per million output tokens, rising to $4 and $20 later. This update aims to expand the model's capabilities and accessibility.

Instagram Adds AI Assistant for Creators

Instagram has introduced a new AI assistant designed to offer personalized guidance to its Instagram creators based on their audience and best-performing content.

Google Pays Digital Publishers for AI Answers

Google is testing a pilot program to pay publishers for their contributions to its AI-powered search features, with payments coming to less than a tenth…

Google is testing a pilot program to pay publishers for their contributions to its AI-powered search features, with payments coming to less than a tenth of one percent of their advertising revenue.

U.K. warns UK universities over 'theft of tech secrets by Chinese front company'

MI5 has issued a warning to UK universities about potential espionage by Chinese intelligence agencies, citing concerns over the theft of technology secrets and funding…

MI5 has issued a warning to UK universities about potential espionage by Chinese intelligence agencies, citing concerns over the theft of technology secrets and funding opportunities from firms with strong ties to Beijing.

AI startup Flow Engineering raises $50M Series B, valued at $750M

AI hardware development platform Flow Engineering, led by Valor and Atreides, raised $50M in a Series B funding round, bringing its valuation to $750M. The…

AI hardware development platform Flow Engineering, led by Valor and Atreides, raised $50M in a Series B funding round, bringing its valuation to $750M. The company, which aims to bring AI agents to hardware design, also landed Roelof Botha as an angel investor and board member.

Texas man arrested for alleged plot to attack state capitol

A 40-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of plotting to attack the Texas State Capitol. The arrest was made after receiving credible information about the…

A 40-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of plotting to attack the Texas State Capitol. The arrest was made after receiving credible information about the threat.

Cornell University faces backlash over alleged rape allegations

Democratic Women's Caucus criticizes Trump administration over Title IX rollback after Cornell student alleges gang rape. Cornell University is facing a firestorm of controversy after…

Democratic Women's Caucus criticizes Trump administration over Title IX rollback after Cornell student alleges gang rape. Cornell University is facing a firestorm of controversy after a lawsuit filed this month alleges a student there was gang raped at a fraternity house in 2024.

Cornell University rape case: District attorney says he never saw rape victim's police transcript

A Cornell University district attorney says he never saw a transcript of the accuser's conversation with campus police where she said she was raped, despite…

A Cornell University district attorney says he never saw a transcript of the accuser's conversation with campus police where she said she was raped, despite the accuser's claim that she was 100% confident she was raped two years ago. The case has sparked controversy and calls for transparency in campus police procedures.

Federal Reserve watchdog clears former chair Powell in renovation probe

The Federal Reserve's Inspector General found no criminal activity by former Chair Jerome Powell in its investigation of the central bank's expensive headquarters renovation, according…

The Federal Reserve's Inspector General found no criminal activity by former Chair Jerome Powell in its investigation of the central bank's expensive headquarters renovation, according to a report.

French court jails six men for manslaughter over worst Channel small boats disaster

A Paris court has sentenced six men to life in prison for manslaughter in connection with the 2021 Channel small boats disaster that killed 31…

A Paris court has sentenced six men to life in prison for manslaughter in connection with the 2021 Channel small boats disaster that killed 31 migrants and left 4 missing. The trial found that the guilty men were part of two smuggling networks.

New York Gov. Hochul Calls for Cornell Investigation into Gang Rape Allegation

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has called for an independent investigation into Cornell University's handling of a 2024 gang rape allegation in which a woman…

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has called for an independent investigation into Cornell University's handling of a 2024 gang rape allegation in which a woman says she was sexually assaulted. The governor's call comes as NBC News has obtained a six-page statement from Cornell University's president.

US inmate Christa Pike survives lethal injection attempt

Christa Pike, 50, a Tennessee death row inmate, survived two lethal injection attempts after being given two syringes of pentobarbital. Her attorneys say she is…

Christa Pike, 50, a Tennessee death row inmate, survived two lethal injection attempts after being given two syringes of pentobarbital. Her attorneys say she is still alive and in hospital.

Manchester City faces financial rules scandal charges

Manchester City, a Premier League club, has been found guilty of systematically breaking the financial rules for nearly a decade. The club faces fines, expulsion…

Manchester City, a Premier League club, has been found guilty of systematically breaking the financial rules for nearly a decade. The club faces fines, expulsion from the Premier League, and potential legal action.

Federal Reserve watchdog finds no criminal violations in $2.4 billion building renovation

The Federal Reserve's internal watchdog says the central bank has broadly mismanaged an expansive building renovation project but did not find any criminal violations, despite…

The Federal Reserve's internal watchdog says the central bank has broadly mismanaged an expansive building renovation project but did not find any criminal violations, despite complaints about ostentatious features and non-compliance with approved plans.

DoorDash unveils drone delivery system for Northern California

DoorDash, a popular food delivery service, has unveiled a drone delivery system that will begin pilot deliveries in Northern California with Chipotle and Popeyes. The…

DoorDash, a popular food delivery service, has unveiled a drone delivery system that will begin pilot deliveries in Northern California with Chipotle and Popeyes. The company plans to use a six-propeller aircraft to deliver food to customers in the area.

US judge approves Paramount acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery

A federal judge on Wednesday approved a settlement clearing Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery after 12 US states challenged the deal on antitrust grounds.…

A federal judge on Wednesday approved a settlement clearing Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery after 12 US states challenged the deal on antitrust grounds. The agreement brings together the likes of CBS News and CNN, HBO Max and Paramount+, and storied film studios Warner Bros. and Paramount Pictures.

BMW 3 Series EV Costs $4,400 Less in US

The 2027 BMW 3 Series electric model will cost $4,400 less in the US than its petrol M350 sibling, starting at $61,500 for the i3…

The 2027 BMW 3 Series electric model will cost $4,400 less in the US than its petrol M350 sibling, starting at $61,500 for the i3 50 xDrive.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Addresses Active Duty Officers with Bizarre Rant and Keepsake

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made a wide-ranging speech to active-duty officers, rehashing his most common talking points and receiving an unexpected keepsake from attendees at…

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth made a wide-ranging speech to active-duty officers, rehashing his most common talking points and receiving an unexpected keepsake from attendees at Marine Corps Base Quantico in Virginia.

Israeli Prime Minister Names Hero Indian Pilot Who Stopped Deadly Flight Crash

Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu has named Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar a hero for saving 174 lives on a Tel Aviv-bound flight after being stabbed…

Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu has named Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar a hero for saving 174 lives on a Tel Aviv-bound flight after being stabbed repeatedly. The incident occurred during a flight from Dubai to Israel, resulting in a 13, 000-foot plunge in 30 seconds.

Russia Warns NATO of Nuclear Response if Kaliningrad Cut Off

Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned NATO that he could use nuclear weapons to defend Kaliningrad if allies attempt to cut off the exclave, escalating…

Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned NATO that he could use nuclear weapons to defend Kaliningrad if allies attempt to cut off the exclave, escalating tensions in the ongoing Ukraine-Russia war.

Google Releases Gemini 4 Argon, the Most Powerful AI Model Yet

Google has unveiled its latest AI model, Gemini 4 Argon, designed for coding and cybersecurity tasks. Only trusted cyber defenders can access it at this…

Google has unveiled its latest AI model, Gemini 4 Argon, designed for coding and cybersecurity tasks. Only trusted cyber defenders can access it at this time.

Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Simplifies Streaming Options

Amazon unveiled a new Fire TV Stick 4K with improved HDR support and a new remote, offering a more streamlined streaming experience. The device will…

Amazon unveiled a new Fire TV Stick 4K with improved HDR support and a new remote, offering a more streamlined streaming experience. The device will cost $30 during Prime Day deals and $60 otherwise. The Fire TV lineup has been simplified, eliminating the Select, Plus, and Max tiers.

Justice Department files ethics complaint against Minnesota federal judges

The Justice Department has filed an ethics complaint against seven Minnesota federal judges for speaking publicly about the impact of the immigration enforcement surge on…

The Justice Department has filed an ethics complaint against seven Minnesota federal judges for speaking publicly about the impact of the immigration enforcement surge on their communities. The complaint comes as President Trump's administration faces criticism for its policies.

Republican Sen. Blackburn sues Jack Smith over phone records

Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) sued former special counsel Jack Smith Wednesday, alleging he unlawfully obtained her cellphone toll records during his investigation of Trump…

Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) sued former special counsel Jack Smith Wednesday, alleging he unlawfully obtained her cellphone toll records during his investigation of Trump and Trump's associates.

Pennsylvania records 5th measles-related death as outbreak grows

Pennsylvania health officials reported a fifth measles-associated death Wednesday amid a rapidly growing outbreak — the worst outbreak the commonwealth has seen in more than…

Pennsylvania health officials reported a fifth measles-associated death Wednesday amid a rapidly growing outbreak — the worst outbreak the commonwealth has seen in more than 35 years. The death occurred in an unvaccinated resident in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, according to an announcement by the state Health Department. State health officials are racing to vaccinate residents by giving over 8,500 doses.

ASU hockey coach placed on leave after player collapses during workout

Matthew Mayich, a 21-year-old sophomore from Ontario, Canada, collapsed during a workout on Aug. 20 and remains hospitalized. The incident occurred during an outdoor workout…

Matthew Mayich, a 21-year-old sophomore from Ontario, Canada, collapsed during a workout on Aug. 20 and remains hospitalized. The incident occurred during an outdoor workout at Arizona State University's football stadium. The coach has been put on leave, and the player is on life support.

U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham Proposes Rejoining EU

U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham floated the possibility of Britain rejoining the EU, breaking a taboo for a UK prime minister and reopening the divisive…

U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham floated the possibility of Britain rejoining the EU, breaking a taboo for a UK prime minister and reopening the divisive Brexit debate.

Senate Democrats Block Bill to Limit Congress Members' Stock Trades

A Republican-led effort to approve a House-passed stock trading bill fell short in the Senate, with Democrats saying the restrictions don't go far enough and…

A Republican-led effort to approve a House-passed stock trading bill fell short in the Senate, with Democrats saying the restrictions don't go far enough and pushing back against a rider on voter ID rules.

Tropical Storm Polo Brings Flooding to U.S. Southwest

Tropical moisture from the Pacific has drenched the central U.S. as forecasters announce another hurricane off the coast of Mexico. Wide swaths of the U.S.…

Tropical moisture from the Pacific has drenched the central U.S. as forecasters announce another hurricane off the coast of Mexico. Wide swaths of the U.S. Southwest are under flood watches as Hurricane Polo spreads northeast from Mexico.

Israeli Flight Plummets 17, 000 Feet in Less Than Two Minutes

An Israeli flight fell 17, 000 feet (5, 200 meters) in less than two minutes before being diverted, causing a harrowing experience for passengers.

UK-France migrant exchange deal scrapped

A British-French agreement aimed at reducing the number of people trying to cross the English Channel in small boats has been scrapped, London said Wednesday.…

A British-French agreement aimed at reducing the number of people trying to cross the English Channel in small boats has been scrapped, London said Wednesday. The pilot programme was set up just over a year ago and has removed 1,500 people to France.

Trump Announces $200 Billion South Korean Investment in U.S. Energy Infrastructure

President Trump announced a $200 billion investment from South Korea in U.S. energy infrastructure, including a natural gas pipeline in Alaska and a power generation…

President Trump announced a $200 billion investment from South Korea in U.S. energy infrastructure, including a natural gas pipeline in Alaska and a power generation facility in Texas. The investment is part of a broader strategy to strengthen U.S. energy security and competitiveness.

Swiss glaciers lose 5.5% of ice this year, threatening water supplies

Swiss glaciers experienced record ice loss of 5.5% this year, second-largest annual loss, due to heat waves and less snow. This rapid melting is a…

Swiss glaciers experienced record ice loss of 5.5% this year, second-largest annual loss, due to heat waves and less snow. This rapid melting is a significant threat to water supplies, ecosystems, and communities across Europe.

Russia launches major attack on Ukraine's energy grid, causing widespread power cuts

Russia has launched its heaviest combined assault on Ukraine's energy infrastructure in months, killing seven people and triggering emergency power cuts in Kyiv and nearby…

Russia has launched its heaviest combined assault on Ukraine's energy infrastructure in months, killing seven people and triggering emergency power cuts in Kyiv and nearby regions. The attack includes residential buildings and railways, with 11 regions of the country targeted overnight.