Meta released Muse Code, a terminal coding agent powered by the new Muse Spark 1.2 model, competing with Anthropic and OpenAI in software engineering tasks.
Chinese start-up X Square Robot has confidentially filed for a Hong Kong IPO, tapping Huatai Securities and Morgan Stanley as sponsors amid a wave of domestic robotics listings.
AI firm Moonshot aims to raise capital at a valuation of up to US$50 billion in a pre-IPO funding round, following a US$30 billion valuation last month.
A father shares his emotional turmoil as his 12-year-old son undergoes a clinical trial for recurring cancer, just as prediction market Kalshi moves to allow financial bets on FDA decisions and clinical trial results.
The Trump administration and FCC are reportedly drafting a ban on US imports of new Chinese optical transceivers for datacenters, citing national security risks, supply chain threats, and concerns over data theft.
The UK government will introduce new regulations for the funeral industry, including licensing and inspections, after several high-profile cases of abuse, including Robert Bush's 20-year prison sentence for 67 offenses related to funeral services.
Ledger CTO Charles Guillemet warns the crypto industry following a Coldcard exploit involving $130 million in losses, highlighting risks in randomness generation and AI-driven cyberattacks.
Karnataka cricket star Smaran Ravichandran reflects on his prolific domestic seasons, multi-format success, IPL stint with Sunrisers Hyderabad, and his aspirations to play for India.
A China-led team detected the highest-energy light particle ever recorded from the Cygnus X-3 binary system, showing the universe can accelerate matter 30 times past the previous limit.
US President Donald Trump faces a series of political and legal setbacks, including a dropped vandalism case against an ex-Olympian, resistance from Republican senators over his attorney general nominee, and sliding public approval amid ongoing conflict with Iran.
A parliamentary panel in India recommended lowering the minimum age for managing directors from 21 to 18 and raising the maximum age to 75. The committee also proposed measures for reverse-flipping of foreign companies and dedicated NCLT benches.
The New England Revolution condemned antisemitic and discriminatory chants directed at Israeli striker Dor Turgeman by CF Montréal fans during an MLS match. Both clubs and MLS are investigating the incident.
Donald Trump confronts multiple setbacks: US Attorney Jeanine Pirro dropped charges over Reflecting Pool damage; his AG nominee Todd Blanche withdrew a controversial fund plan to satisfy senators; and he continues to claim Iranian deceit amid stalled talks. Polls show his approval at historic lows.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino sought support from the Trump administration after his plan to sell World Cup commercial rights collapsed, facing legal threats from UEFA and withdrawal of support from English, Welsh, and German football associations.
A Glasgow-based Indian restaurant deleted its Instagram account after Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain highlighted an incorrect map of India on its logo and napkins, which omitted the Northeast. The restaurant issued a public apology and pledged to correct the map.
With increased life expectancy and accumulated wealth, the article advocates for gifting assets like property, investments, and cash during one's lifetime. It highlights the joy of seeing assets utilized, the simplicity of the process compared to inheritance, and tax benefits, particularly in the Indian context, while also addressing implications for inheritors abroad.
Researchers have discovered a previously unknown metallic alloy, a "hiroshimaite," in beach sands from Hiroshima Bay. Formed by the 1945 atomic blast's extreme heat and rapid cooling, this finding offers insights into material behavior under extreme conditions and aids nuclear forensics.
Australian athletes, including Olympic medallist Petria Thomas, celebrated the significance of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as a career launchpad, with Australia dominating the medal tally. The event's future was also discussed, with Amdavad, India, pledging to host in 2030.
Glasgow 2026 CEO Phil Batty declared this year's Commonwealth Games "phenomenal" and financially sustainable for the next century, despite criticisms regarding absentee stars and UK TV visibility. Commonwealth Sport CEO Katie Sadleir echoed this, citing global viewership success and a shift to streaming platforms.
Students in Jharkhand are protesting for the fifth consecutive day against alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC recruitment exams, demanding a CBI probe and reforms. Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke has extended support, while protesters warn of escalating actions if the JMM-led government fails to address their concerns.
Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games hailed as 'phenomenal' by CEO Phil Batty, demonstrating financial sustainability with a reduced 10-sport format, despite criticisms over absentee stars, limited TV visibility, and lower crowds. Projected spend was £162.6m, significantly less than previous events.
The Indian diaspora in China voiced concerns over anti-India content on Chinese social media, declining work visas, and employment restrictions for spouses at an Indian Embassy Open House in Beijing. Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami addressed these issues, announced eased Indian visa rules for Chinese citizens, and outlined plans for legal aid and cultural outreach amidst efforts to improve bilateral ties.
Kyiv suffered ballistic missile attacks, killing 10 and injuring 22, while Donald Trump expressed reluctance on licensing Patriot missile production to Ukraine. President Zelenskyy also urged Trump to facilitate Starlink use for strikes inside Russia. Separately, Ukrainians protested the ouster of the defense minister, and Black Sea grain exports faced threats from drone attacks.
The Congress party, led by Mallikarjun Kharge, criticized Hockey India's decision to change the Indian hockey team's traditional blue jersey to saffron for the upcoming World Cup, alleging political motives and a lack of public consensus.
