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How Google is moving the needle on AI, Tony Stark style
Google DeepMind's new AI-powered pointer may change how humans interact with computers altogether.
Kash Patel Denies Allegations of Drinking During Senate Budget Hearing
Patel has filed a $250 million lawsuit over the story. The Atlantic has said it stands by its reporting and would vigorously defend against the "meritless lawsuit."
Trump Downplays Differences With Xi Over Iran Ahead Of Beijing Summit
Trump has been unsuccessfully pressing Xi to use China's considerable leverage to prod Iran to agree to US terms to end the more than 2-month-old war - or, at the very least, reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
US Appeals Court Pauses Ruling Against Trump's 10% Global Tariffs
Trump imposed the temporary 10-percent duty in February, shortly after the Supreme Court struck down many of his global tariffs.
Russia Tests Nuclear-Capable 'Satan II' Missile With 35,000 km Range
Putin said Sarmat is capable of suborbital flight, giving it a range of more than 35,000 kilometers (21,700 miles) and an extended capability to penetrate any prospective missile defenses.
Trump China Visit Live Updates: Trump Heads To China For High-Stakes Talks With Xi Over Iran War, Trade
Donald Trump's 2-Day China Visit Live Update: During the trip, US arms sales to Taiwan, China's controls on rare-earth exports, and the countries' raucous trade relationships are among the main issues expected to be taken up by Trump and Xi.
Trump Heads To China For High-Stakes Talks With Xi On Tehran, Taiwan And Trade
When the leaders of the globe's two economic powerhouses meet, they are set to tackle a loaded agenda, from US arms transfers to Taiwan, Beijing's rare earth export restrictions, the situation in Iran, to the state of bilateral trade relations.
"Going To Do Whatever Is Necessary": Trump On Russian Oil Waiver
The United States had eased sanctions on Russian oil in mid-March to counteract global oil shortages resulting from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump 'Golden Dome' Missile Shield Could Cost $1.2 Trillion Over 20 Years
In May 2025, Trump announced that $25 billion had been earmarked for the project, estimating its total cost at $175 billion.
Trump Posts Graphic Of Venezuela As 51st US State
Trump posted a map graphic on his Truth Social platform depicting Venezuela with an inset American flag and the label "51st State."
At Tech Trial, Sam Altman Says Elon Musk Wanted 90% Stake In OpenAI
OpenAI counters that Musk -- who is now also an AI competitor with his xAI -- is motivated by petty revenge, having failed to seize majority control of the commercial entity.
13 Killed In Israeli Strikes In Lebanon
Israeli strikes killed 13 people in southern Lebanon on Tuesday, including a soldier, a child and two rescue workers, the health ministry said.
Meta US Employees Organise Protest Against Mouse Tracking Tech
The flyers encourage staffers to sign an online petition against the move, saying "workers are legally protected when they choose to organize for the improvement of working conditions."
Exclusive: Satellite Images Confirm Pak May Be Shielding Iran's Military Aircraft
Iran sent multiple aircraft including a reconnaissance and intelligence plane to Pakistan's Nur Khan airbase soon after US President Donald Trump announced the ceasefire in April, CBS News reported
With Eye On Iran And Trade, Trump Leaves For China To Meet Xi Jinping
Donald Trump sought to downplay differences with Xi over Iran and the shadow the conflict is casting on global oil markets. The two leaders are expected to discuss trade issues, Iran war, and Taiwan.
Trump's Battleship Will Run On Nuclear Power, Carry Futuristic Weapons
The plan was included in the Navy's latest 30-year shipbuilding roadmap submitted to Congress. Unlike destroyers and frigates, which usually rely on gas turbines or diesel engines, the Trump battleship will use a nuclear reactor for propulsion.
'I Don't Trust Them': US Senator Turns On Pak Over Iranian Aircraft Claims
At a time when Islamabad had been positioning itself as a neutral channel between Washington and Tehran, a US media report suggested it had allowed Iranian military planes to park on its soil.
Oil Shock From Iran War Drives US Consumer Inflation To 3-Year High
The consumer price index (CPI) rose 3.8 per cent year-on-year, up from March's 3.3 per cent figure, the US Bureau of Labour Statistics (BLS) said.
'Failed Country, Asking For Help': Trump Announces Talks With Cuba
In a post on Truth Social, Trump described the communist-ruled island as "a failed country."
