Robinhood users reported significant issues accessing the trading platform on Friday morning, coinciding with the initial public offering (IPO) of Elon Musk's company, SpaceX. Reports of outages spiked on downdetector.com, with users also experiencing crashes on Reddit and X. Robinhood acknowledged "intermittent issues" due to record traffic but some users reported ongoing problems.
The UAE Ministry of Education has outlined conditions for students to retake exams remotely, including cases for individuals of determination, those undergoing medical treatment, students abroad, and minors in care. Schools must also address technical disruptions during centralized electronic tests, providing devices or lab access, or arranging compensatory exams.
The 7th Guest Remake revives the 90s FMV adventure game with updated visuals and tinkered puzzles for PC and consoles. Players solve a historical whodunnit in a haunted manor using a time-bending lantern, though frustrating point-and-click controls mar the experience.
The Madrid 112 emergency line is experiencing technical problems, affecting normal service. Users are advised to use alternative numbers 061, 091, and 092 while the issue is being resolved.
SpaceX's Starship V3 launch on May 21 was aborted due to technical problems just seconds before liftoff. The company plans another attempt for May 22 after refueling and investigating the issue.
Over 100 passengers on SpiceJet flight SG937 from Pune to Delhi were stranded for nearly 13 hours on Friday due to a significant delay. The flight, initially scheduled for 5:55 am, eventually departed at 6:45 pm after multiple reschedulings and a technical issue. Some passengers opted for refunds and rebooked tickets at higher prices.
India's 21st Livestock Census report, initially expected by late 2024, is delayed until after June 2026 due to technical issues in data validation, impacting policy decisions on livestock management.
Charles Leclerc led Ferrari's charge by setting the fastest time in Miami Grand Prix practice, beating Red Bull's Max Verstappen by 0.164 seconds. McLaren's Oscar Piastri finished third, with Lewis Hamilton fourth. Mercedes, who won the first three races, had a troubled session with George Russell suffering a turbo problem and Kimi Antonelli's car developing an engine issue that prevented him from using soft tyres. Russell finished sixth, 0.790 seconds off the pace, while championship leader Antonelli was fifth.
Phase 2 of high-stakes West Bengal assembly elections witnessed violence and allegations of voter intimidation. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee claimed BJP observers were interfering in voting and party flags were removed. A BJP polling agent was assaulted in Chapra, a BJP camp office was vandalised in Shantipur, and an ISF agent was prevented from entering a polling booth in Bhangar. Voting was delayed at a booth in Nimta. The Chief Electoral Officer has sought reports from officials.
Second phase of West Bengal assembly elections witnessed violence and vandalism with allegations of voter intimidation. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee accused BJP observers of interfering in polling in her Bhabanipur constituency, where she faces Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari. A BJP polling agent was allegedly assaulted in Chapra, a BJP camp office was vandalised in Shantipur, and voting was delayed in Nimtala. Police issued warnings to Mamata's brother Kartik Banerjee and TMC workers for gathering near a polling booth.
