Artificial Intelligence is currently undergoing testing on the International Space Station (ISS) to assist cosmonauts with daily reports and optimize work processes, as stated by Sergey Krikalev, Deputy CEO of Roscosmos State Space Corporation.
UK government contractor Mitie has agreed to a £3.1bn cash takeover by private-equity owned rival OCS Group, ending its nearly four decades on the London stock market. The deal, recommended by Mitie's board, offers a 46.8% premium to shareholders.
Powerball ticket sales are set to begin in the United Kingdom on Tuesday, allowing UK players to compete for the same large jackpots as their US counterparts, with identical odds. This expansion, a collaboration between the Multi-State Lottery Association and Allwyn UK, marks the first time a non-US lottery contributes to the Powerball jackpot.
Pope Leo XIV's collection of speeches and writings, "Maps of Hope," has been certified as human-authored by Australian company Proudly Human, less than two months after the Pope declared AI a major threat to humanity in his encyclical "Magnifica Humanitas."
Nine Entertainment, Australia's largest media company, announced 30 newsroom job cuts at the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, attributing the decision to "extreme disruption" caused by AI and its impact on digital subscription revenue.
The inaugural Rugby Nations Championship has been largely enjoyed by viewers, showcasing compelling international rugby. However, the competition is still plagued by persistent refereeing inconsistencies and prolonged TMO reviews, leading to frustration and calls for rule changes to streamline the game.
Ukrainian drone and missile strikes on Crimea's infrastructure have caused severe fuel, electricity, and water shortages, leading to widespread frustration among residents and disrupting daily life on the peninsula since its 2014 annexation.
School Bar i Peking har blivit en viktig undergroundscen för unga band trots sträng censur och gentrifiering. Klubben, grundad av Liu Hao, navigerar politiska restriktioner och lokala utmaningar för att erbjuda en plattform för musiker.
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels declared a naval blockade of Saudi Arabia, escalating tensions after Saudi-backed forces bombed Sana'a International Airport. The Houthis cited an "eye for an eye" policy, warning of decisive escalation, while Saudi Arabia vowed to protect its ships.
The Sudan conflict is destabilizing Ethiopia, with RSF training camps near refugee sites like Ura, where Sudanese refugees fear further attacks. Ethiopia's new "Makatet" project aims to integrate refugees, but regional war looms as the conflict metastasizes, raising concerns among experts and residents.
Hoymiles has launched its HiFlow Pro microinverter, enabling plug-in solar use via household outlets. It's the first in the US to comply with the new UL 3700 national safety standard, adopted in December 2025, which addresses grid feedback risks during outages and expands solar access for renters.
Sri Lanka is experiencing a severe dengue outbreak with 76,044 infections and 53 deaths since January, approaching 2017 levels. Hospitals in areas like Negombo are overwhelmed by a rapid influx of patients, forcing them to add beds and increase staff hours.
A woman, identified as MR, is suing Dollar Tree after being sexually assaulted at a Houston store, alleging negligence. Her case has revealed a national pattern of similar 'sharking' attacks, where men masturbate and ejaculate on women, often documented online by an internet subculture.
Smartglasses, like Meta's, are sparking privacy fears due to their potential for covert filming, especially of children, and the risk of AI-generated abuse material. While offering benefits for users like parents and blind people, the technology poses significant regulatory challenges for manufacturers and lawmakers.
De-extinction startup Colossal Biosciences is reportedly in talks to raise new funding at a $20-$30 billion valuation, a significant increase from its previous $10.2 billion. The company has begun generating revenue from conservation technology, spun-off startups, and plans for artificial womb technology and biodiversity credits.
Spain claimed the No. 1 spot in FIFA men's world rankings after defeating Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final. Argentina dropped to No. 2, while Brazil and Morocco climbed past Portugal. Mexico rose to No. 10.
The US-Iran conflict is escalating, with attacks on military targets and critical infrastructure, and three US service members killed. Iran has reasserted control over the Strait of Hormuz, leading to rising US gas prices. An expert discusses the unraveling agreement, regional impact, and potential for renewed diplomacy.
Academics Gabriel Zucman and Ben Tippet propose a 2% minimum wealth tax on UK households with over £100m, potentially raising £10bn annually from fewer than 1,000 super-rich families. The proposal aims to fund public services and reduce inequality, aligning with Andy Burnham's calls for fairer taxation, though the new prime minister's specific plans are awaited.
Jim Cramer warns against aggressive new investments in the "noisy" AI trade, suggesting investors diversify into high-quality companies in other sectors like finance and industrials, while maintaining bullishness on Nvidia and Intel.
South Korea's national football team dropped seven spots to No. 32 in the latest FIFA world rankings after an early group stage exit from the recent World Cup, marking their lowest position since December 2021.
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has publicly supported Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, asserting they cannot be dropped due to their credentials and fan base. His comments followed Rohit's century against England at Lord's, which quieted recent retirement speculation despite India's series loss.
Ukraine launched over 400 drones at Moscow, hitting industrial sites and an oil depot, while Russia continued ballistic missile attacks on Ukrainian cities, causing multiple casualties. Cross-border strikes also led to deaths in Belgorod and on a cargo vessel near Odesa, as Ukraine's military commander Syrskyi faces potential dismissal.
Reports suggest that Xtra and Skyrover, two unspecified entities, may soon face an effective ban from operating within the United States. The brief update indicates potential regulatory action, though details regarding the reasons or the specific nature of Xtra and Skyrover are not provided.
A video showing a handcuffed 17-year-old being pulled to the ground by a Western Australian police officer has prompted a police review. The incident, which occurred outside a Perth hotel, resulted in a minor head laceration for the teen, who was later released with an infringement for disorderly behaviour.
