PwC's global chairman, Mohamed Kande, stated at VivaTech that companies using AI at scale are hiring more people and seeing wage growth, contrary to "white-collar doom" narratives. However, entry-level roles exposed to AI are stagnating, and the bar for new hires is rising.
A new MIT study reveals that excessive reliance on AI chatbots like ChatGPT can diminish users' critical-thinking skills and their ability to independently discern misinformation. While AI can aid in detecting fake content, over-dependence leads to a decline in unassisted judgment over time.
US President Donald Trump advised Israel to exercise 'good judgment' in its military operations, including those in Lebanon. This statement came amid reports of a US-Iran agreement, mediated by Pakistan, to end the Middle East war with a 60-day ceasefire starting June 19.
Hong Kong's top court rejected a challenge to a law banning public advocacy for election boycotts or invalid ballots, deeming the restriction a "modest" interference necessary for safeguarding electoral participation and confidence.
SpaceX has surpassed Amazon in market valuation, becoming the fifth-largest company on Wall Street. Meanwhile, a judgment is imminent for Star Entertainment regarding director failures. The RBA warns of potential interest rate hikes, while US sanctions on Iran are set to be eased.
A judge described the 1MDB scandal's plunder as so vast it made Attila the Hun look like a choirboy, in his 809-page judgment convicting former Malaysian PM Najib Razak. Najib is already jailed for a separate case linked to the fund.
Palestine Action co-founder Huda Ammori expressed confidence in overturning the group's terrorism ban, vowing victory in courts or "on the streets." The Court of Appeal upheld the ban, reversing a High Court decision. Ammori criticized the ruling and highlighted the "political" nature of the case.
A Hong Kong court awarded HK$6.29 million (US$802,698) in damages to dancer Mo Li Kai-yin, paralyzed after a giant screen fell during a Mirror concert. His employer, Studiodanz, was ordered to pay compensation for catastrophic injuries and lifetime care.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella argues that the true AI advantage lies not in selecting the best frontier model, but in building a proprietary 'learning loop' around it. This system, trained on a company's unique data and judgment, creates defensible intellectual property, contrasting with the subscription-based model of frontier models alone. Nadella warns against ceding all value to a few AI models, drawing parallels to the economic consequences of early globalization.
Aashna Kushwaha shares her story of being relentlessly bullied for her short stature, facing humiliation in school and rejection from family. Despite deep emotional scars and depression, she found confidence through hotel management, love, and eventually turned her pain into purpose by sharing her journey on Instagram.
As Donald Trump approaches his 80th birthday, concerns about his age, temperament, and cognitive sharpness are escalating. Critics point to public displays of irritability, apparent sleepiness at events, and erratic statements, while aides project an image of vigor. The article contrasts his situation with past presidents and highlights the growing debate over his fitness for office.
Comedian Pranit More apologized for a viral 'Rs 370 biryani' remark made during his show, admitting he made a mistake by not intervening. Audience member Himanshu Jangra's comment about seeking sexual favors after paying for biryani sparked outrage and legal scrutiny, with Maharashtra Cyber Police registering a case.
The Supreme Court of India has ruled that courts must assess the mental and psychological conditions of parents before deciding child custody disputes. The ruling emphasizes understanding parents' abilities to meet a child's growing needs and mandates interaction with the child to gauge compatibility.
The Supreme Court dismissed Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan's plea challenging the rejection of her Rajya Sabha nomination from Madhya Pradesh, citing a settled principle that election disputes cannot be entertained after the poll process begins.
Pope Leo issued a powerful plea from Spain's Canary Islands, urging global leaders to adopt a more humane approach to migrants and warning that history will judge indifference to suffering. He emphasized human dignity transcends borders and called for legal pathways, international cooperation, and increased rescue funding.
Bill Gates told a US House panel investigating Jeffrey Epstein that his meetings with the disgraced financier were a 'grave error in judgment.' Gates acknowledged any contact that lent legitimacy to Epstein's image was regrettable and stated he should never have met him.
Bill Gates testified before the House Oversight Committee, calling his meetings with Jeffrey Epstein a "grave error in judgment" and stating he "should never have met with Epstein in the first place." Gates denied witnessing any criminal conduct by Epstein and said their relationship, which began in 2011 and ended in 2014, was solely for philanthropic discussions.
Tech entrepreneur Bill Gates testified to the House Oversight Committee about his connection to Jeffrey Epstein, denying knowledge of Epstein's criminal actions and stating he never visited his properties. Gates met Epstein in 2011 seeking philanthropic funds but severed contact in 2014, calling the initial engagement a "grave error in judgment."
Bill Gates testified at a US House hearing that his past interactions with Jeffrey Epstein were a "grave error in judgment" and that he was unaware of Epstein's sex crimes. Gates stated he never witnessed or learned of Epstein's criminal activities and that their association was limited and ended in 2014.
HKUST's Master of Public Management program emphasizes judgment, not coding, as the key skill for leaders navigating the AI era. The program targets mid-career professionals, integrating AI literacy across the curriculum to address ethical tensions and public interest.
Lalit Modi candidly shared his love story with Minal Sagrani, a woman ten years his senior, divorced with a child. Their relationship faced family opposition and public scrutiny but was sustained by deep mutual understanding and love, with Modi regretting his emotional absence after her passing.
Dozens of mathematicians have signed the 'Leiden Declaration', urging caution against AI hype and advocating for regulation and public alternatives to commercial AI technologies. They warn that AI threatens core values of mathematics, including proof, attribution, transparency, and autonomy.
A father, Youssef, re-detained after a court ruled indefinite immigration detention unlawful, faces deportation to Nauru. His daughter, Sara, fears the family will crumble, while human rights advocates warn of lifelong harm to children and families.
AMD CEO Lisa Su urged graduates to prioritize purpose, judgment, and problem-solving over just AI tool operation. She emphasized that human decision-making is crucial for directing AI's application and taking responsibility for outcomes, a sentiment echoed by other tech leaders.
