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China's Pony.ai, Uber to jointly deploy over 2,000 robotaxis in Europe

Chinese autonomous driving firm Pony.ai announced on Friday plans to deploy more than 2,000 robotaxis in Europe under an expanded partnership with Uber.

China's Pony.ai, Uber to jointly deploy over 2,000 robotaxis in Europe
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Kids keep getting hurt and killed on e-bikes. Should parents be held responsible?

As traumatic injuries and deaths continue to surge among the youngest e-bike riders, officials across the country are taking different paths to tackle a growing epidemic

Kids keep getting hurt and killed on e-bikes. Should parents be held responsible?
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AI-driven surge in bond yields could be next risk for markets and growth

Market gauges of inflation-adjusted borrowing costs have shot to their highest in more than a decade across major economies as AI companies and

AI-driven surge in bond yields could be next risk for markets and growth
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Goldman in talks with investors on Nvidia financing deal after landing prized role, sources say

By Saeed Azhar and Milana Vinn NEW YORK, Aug 14 (REUTERS) - Goldman Sachs is in talks with potential investors about participating in Nvidia's $500 billion AI financing initiative, after leveraging

Goldman in talks with investors on Nvidia financing deal after landing prized role, sources say
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Chinese chipmaker SMIC increases prices on strong AI demand 

China's top foundry, Semiconductor Manufacturing International Corp, said on Friday that AI-related demand would continue to underpin orders

Chinese chipmaker SMIC increases prices on strong AI demand 
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The hidden politics of time: How clocks, calendars — and now-contentious time zones — came to be

Time is a concept that varies across cultures and history

The hidden politics of time: How clocks, calendars — and now-contentious time zones — came to be
Health|Science|Technology

The FDA approved the first mRNA flu vaccine for use in older adults. Here’s what to know

The FDA approved the first mRNA flu vaccine for use in older adults. Here’s what to know

The FDA approved the first mRNA flu vaccine for use in older adults. Here’s what to know
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Man trapped at bottom of elevator shaft for hours after fall in abandoned Pittsburgh building

Man trapped at bottom of elevator shaft for hours after fall in abandoned Pittsburgh building

Man trapped at bottom of elevator shaft for hours after fall in abandoned Pittsburgh building
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Apple trains its own AI model for China market with Alibaba's support, sources say

Apple has trained a large language model specifically for the China market, three people familiar with the matter said, a departure from the iPhone maker's strategy of relying on

Apple trains its own AI model for China market with Alibaba's support, sources say
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Stablecoin issuer Tether says KPMG US has audited its 2025 statements

El Salvador-based Tether, which issues the world's largest stablecoin, said KPMG U.S. had performed a "full independent audit" of its financial

Stablecoin issuer Tether says KPMG US has audited its 2025 statements
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Alphabet's SpaceX bet grows 100-fold over a decade to $94 billion

Alphabet's early bet on SpaceX has multiplied more than 100-fold, with the Google parent disclosing a stake worth about $94 billion at the end of

Alphabet's SpaceX bet grows 100-fold over a decade to $94 billion
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Lebanon's creative talent suffers as Iran war squeezes Gulf economies

For decades, the Gulf served as the center of gravity for much of Lebanon's creative talent, with swathes of designers and marketing executives flocking to

Lebanon's creative talent suffers as Iran war squeezes Gulf economies
Environment|Science|Technology

Radio telescopes help scientists map molecules in space and uncover where and how stars form

Interstellar maps can help scientists find patterns that tell them about fundamental chemical processes in the cosmos.

Radio telescopes help scientists map molecules in space and uncover where and how stars form
Europe|Political|Technology|World

Russia exploits Poland-Ukraine dispute to step up disinformation campaign, officials and experts say

Russia has significantly stepped up its online disinformation campaign in Poland, using a dispute between Warsaw and Kyiv

Russia exploits Poland-Ukraine dispute to step up disinformation campaign, officials and experts say
Australia|Business|Technology

Social media firms urge caution on early Australia under-16 ban data

Top social media platforms urged the Australian government not to place too much weight on early evidence showing most children still use their products

Social media firms urge caution on early Australia under-16 ban data
Science|Technology

Republican senator urges Trump to back US open-weight AI models amid industry debate

Republican Senator Jim Banks is urging the Trump administration to develop incentives to encourage U.S. tech companies to develop open-weight AI models

Republican senator urges Trump to back US open-weight AI models amid industry debate
Business|Economy|Technology

Airlines get grounded jets flying again, but engine bills linger

Airlines are getting grounded jets back into the air. The bills left by a years-long engine crisis are proving much harder to bring down.

Airlines get grounded jets flying again, but engine bills linger
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US rocket company Astra Space seeks to raise $250 million in comeback bid

U.S. rocket company Astra Space is seeking to raise $250 million at a $1 billion valuation in a funding round expected to close this quarter, CEO Chris

US rocket company Astra Space seeks to raise $250 million in comeback bid
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Reddit surges on S&P 500 inclusion, set to replace AvalonBay

Reddit shares jumped more than 11% on Friday after the S&P Dow Jones Indices said the social media platform would join the benchmark S&P 500 index, replacing AvalonBay Communities.

Reddit surges on S&P 500 inclusion, set to replace AvalonBay
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AI boom predicted to drive Taiwan's economy to grow fastest in four decades

Taiwan expects its tech-reliant economy to grow at the fastest pace in nearly four decades this year, the statistics agency said on Friday,

AI boom predicted to drive Taiwan's economy to grow fastest in four decades
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Applied Materials slips as investors seek faster growth after stellar run

Applied Materials shares fell about 4% in early trading on Friday, as the chip equipment maker's upbeat outlook failed to soothe investors worried about the threat

Applied Materials slips as investors seek faster growth after stellar run
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U.S. TerraPower, South Korea's SK Innovation sign preliminary deal on global SMR projects

TerraPower and South Korea's SK Innovation signed on Friday a preliminary global agreement on small modular reactors (SMRs), Seoul's Industry Ministry said, opening a path

U.S. TerraPower, South Korea's SK Innovation sign preliminary deal on global SMR projects
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Chinese car sales are booming almost everywhere - just not at home

China's car industry is on a tear overseas, storming markets from Europe to Southeast Asia and heaping pressure on long-established automakers like Toyota Motor and

Chinese car sales are booming almost everywhere - just not at home
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Why is North Korea ramping up criticism of Japan?

North Korea has stepped up a campaign of rhetoric against Japan's military buildup and its security ties with the United States and South Korea, saying they

Why is North Korea ramping up criticism of Japan?
Education|Technology|World

France’s top court blocks bill banning social media for under-15s

France’s top court blocks bill banning social media for under-15s

France’s top court blocks bill banning social media for under-15s
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The CEO who fired 900 people on Zoom just before Christmas wants his job back

The CEO who fired 900 people on Zoom just before Christmas wants his job back

The CEO who fired 900 people on Zoom just before Christmas wants his job back
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Online forum Reddit will join the influential and closely tracked S&P 500 index

Reddit will join the S&P 500 next week, giving the wide-ranging online forum a boost in prestige and investments

Online forum Reddit will join the influential and closely tracked S&P 500 index
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Musk touts DOGE transparency but downplays his own potential conflicts of interest

Musk touts DOGE transparency but downplays his own potential conflicts of interest

Musk touts DOGE transparency but downplays his own potential conflicts of interest
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Ukraine says Russia drone attack hits Chernobyl

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said a Russian drone struck the destroyed nuclear power plant at Chernobyl near Ukraine’s border with Belarus. Russia has denied the allegation. Zelensky also said radiation levels appear normal and will continue to be monitored. Video released by the Ukrainian Presidential Press Service shows the alleged moment of attack.

Ukraine says Russia drone attack hits Chernobyl
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Trump signs order to establish strategic bitcoin reserve

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Trump signs order to establish strategic bitcoin reserve
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Apple hit with $162 million French antitrust fine over privacy tool

Apple was hit with a 150 million euro ($162.4 million) fine by French antitrust regulators on Monday for abusing its dominant position in mobile app

Apple hit with $162 million French antitrust fine over privacy tool
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US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says

U.S. power consumption will hit new record highs in 2025 and 2026, the U.S. Energy Information Administration said in its Short Term Energy Outlook (STEO) on Thursday.

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says
Asia|Business|Economy|Technology

VW Group pitches comeback in China with new models, in-house assisted driving

Volkswagen Group showcased five new models developed for China and an in-house assisted driving system on Tuesday in Shanghai as it fights to win back share

VW Group pitches comeback in China with new models, in-house assisted driving
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Mobileye soothes tariff fears with strong second-quarter revenue forecast

Mobileye Global forecast surprise second-quarter revenue growth on Thursday and said the company would not face a direct impact from U.S.

Mobileye soothes tariff fears with strong second-quarter revenue forecast
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Putin says he hopes there will be no need to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin says there has been no need to use nuclear weapons in the war in Ukraine and expressed hope that such a scenario will not arise

Putin says he hopes there will be no need to use nuclear weapons in Ukraine
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From 'conclave' to 'white smoke,' a glossary of terms used in a papal transition

A change in popes is a complicated process

From 'conclave' to 'white smoke,' a glossary of terms used in a papal transition
Technology|World

Israeli military intercepts missile launched from Yemen

The Israeli military said it intercepted a missile that was launched from Yemen towards Israel on Tuesday evening, and Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis claimed responsibility.

Israeli military intercepts missile launched from Yemen
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology

What you do before and during a tornado could mean the difference between life and death

Experts say planning before a tornado threatens is key for staying safe

What you do before and during a tornado could mean the difference between life and death
Business|Economy|Technology

Zoom lifts annual forecasts on robust demand amid AI push

Zoom Communications raised its annual revenue forecast on Wednesday, benefiting from hybrid work trends and the integration of artificial intelligence into its products.

Zoom lifts annual forecasts on robust demand amid AI push
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Snowflake raises annual product revenue forecast

Snowflake raised its fiscal 2026 forecast for product revenue on Wednesday, betting on strong demand for its data analytics services as enterprises prioritize artificial intelligence

Snowflake raises annual product revenue forecast
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What is Manhattanhenge and when can you see it?

Twice per year, New Yorkers and visitors are treated to a phenomenon known as Manhattanhenge, when the setting sun aligns with the Manhattan street grid and sinks below the horizon framed in a canyon of skyscrapers

What is Manhattanhenge and when can you see it?
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Things to know about the retrial of Karen Read in the killing of her police officer boyfriend

The jury asked the judge several questions relating to charges and evidence in the second murder trial of Karen Read

Things to know about the retrial of Karen Read in the killing of her police officer boyfriend
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology|World

Porsche not planning to shift final assembly of cars to US

Porsche has no plans to shift any part of its production process to the U.S., a spokesperson said on Friday, dismissing a Bloomberg report saying the company was considering such a

Porsche not planning to shift final assembly of cars to US
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Jury finds MyPillow founder defamed former employee for a leading voting equipment company

Jury finds MyPillow founder defamed former employee for a leading voting equipment company

Jury finds MyPillow founder defamed former employee for a leading voting equipment company
Science|Technology|World

How close is Iran to having nuclear weapons?

Israel has carried out attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities, alleging Tehran was getting close to obtaining a nuclear weapon.

How close is Iran to having nuclear weapons?
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Arcade bus owner honors heroic good Samaritan Johnny Hurley

Arcade bus owner honors heroic good Samaritan Johnny Hurley

Arcade bus owner honors heroic good Samaritan Johnny Hurley
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What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions

Fireworks are a cornerstone of America's Fourth of July celebrations, but that can make the spirited holiday dangerous

What to know about Fourth of July holiday origins and traditions
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Stellantis expects gradual recovery in H2 and more 'tough decisions'

Stellantis guided on Tuesday for increased net revenues and a low-single digit operating income margin in the second half despite increasing headwinds, as the automaker aims for a

Stellantis expects gradual recovery in H2 and more 'tough decisions'
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Tesla ordered by Florida jury to pay $329 million in Autopilot crash

Tesla ordered by Florida jury to pay $329 million in Autopilot crash

Tesla ordered by Florida jury to pay $329 million in Autopilot crash
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US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says

U.S. power consumption will hit record highs in 2025 and 2026, the Energy Information Administration said in its short-term energy outlook (STEO) on Tuesday.

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says
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Zelensky speaks to CNN in Kyiv about recent surge of Russian ballistic attacks and the need for more interceptors missiles

Ukraine has only a tenth of the interceptor missiles it urgently needs from the United States to stop surging Russian ballistic missile attacks, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told CNN in an interview, adding his days are spent in “millions” of phone calls, in opaque deal-making with allies for more.

Zelensky speaks to CNN in Kyiv about recent surge of Russian ballistic attacks and the need for more interceptors missiles
Environment|Health|Science|Technology|Travel

Things to know about dangerous rip currents and how swimmers caught in one can escape

Rip currents are one of the coast’s greatest dangers and account for the most beach rescues every year

Things to know about dangerous rip currents and how swimmers caught in one can escape
Business|Economy|Finance|Health|Technology

US consumers with prime credit are starting to slip on payments

U.S. consumers with the highest credit scores are starting to fall behind in debt repayments, credit scoring company VantageScore said in a report published on

US consumers with prime credit are starting to slip on payments
Science|Technology|World

Israel intercepts missile fired from Yemen

The Israeli military said on Wednesday it had intercepted a missile launched from Yemen that triggered sirens across several areas of Israel.

Israel intercepts missile fired from Yemen
Business|Europe|Technology|World

Google hit with $3.45 billion EU antitrust fine over adtech practices

Alphabet's Google was hit with a 2.95-billion-euro ($3.45 billion) European Union antitrust fine on Friday for anti-competitive practices in its lucrative adtech

Google hit with $3.45 billion EU antitrust fine over adtech practices
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US clothing retailers test full-price strategy as rich shoppers keep spending

A handful of apparel retailers including Levi Strauss are teasing more full-priced products, testing how much wealthier shoppers are willing to pay despite the

US clothing retailers test full-price strategy as rich shoppers keep spending
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says

U.S. power consumption will hit record highs in 2025 and 2026, the Energy Information Administration said in its short-term energy outlook (STEO) on Tuesday.

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says
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Ferrari evokes spirit of 1980s with new 849 Testarossa hybrid

Ferrari on Tuesday completed a refresh of its hybrid range with the new 849 Testarossa sportscar, a tribute to the famous original Testarossa model of the 1980s.

Ferrari evokes spirit of 1980s with new 849 Testarossa hybrid
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Hyundai battery plant faces at least 2-3 month startup delay following raid, CEO says

A battery plant co-owned by Hyundai Motor is facing a minimum startup delay of two to three months following an immigration raid last week, Hyundai CEO Jose Munoz

Hyundai battery plant faces at least 2-3 month startup delay following raid, CEO says
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Texas Democrats say their voices have been silenced by partisan redistricting

On the latest “All Over the Map” John King speaks to Democrats in Texas’ 35th district who say their voices have been silenced by redistricting efforts in the state.

Texas Democrats say their voices have been silenced by partisan redistricting
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A Jamaican man deported by the US to Eswatini has been repatriated, authorities say

A Jamaican man who was among five migrants deported by the United States to Eswatini in Africa has been repatriated to his home country

A Jamaican man deported by the US to Eswatini has been repatriated, authorities say
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What the key witnesses at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial told the jury

Sean “Diddy” Combs’ sex crimes trial involved testimony from 34 witnesses

What the key witnesses at Sean 'Diddy' Combs' sex trafficking trial told the jury
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Kids in New York keep dying while 'subway surfing' on top of trains. Can they be stopped?

New York City is trying to deter dangerous “subway surfing” through education programs, but some transportation advocates and lawmakers say it's not enough

Kids in New York keep dying while 'subway surfing' on top of trains. Can they be stopped?
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says

U.S. power consumption will hit record highs in 2025 and 2026, the Energy Information Administration said in its short-term energy outlook on Tuesday.

US power use to reach record highs in 2025 and 2026, EIA says
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BYD shifts away from in-house payment system that strained suppliers, sources say

China's BYD has told some suppliers it wants to stop using in-house financial notes to pay them, people briefed on the matter said - a seismic shift away from a practice that helped power

BYD shifts away from in-house payment system that strained suppliers, sources say
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Top Italian court approves handover of Ukrainian Nord Stream suspect to Germany

Italy's top court has approved the handover to Germany of a Ukrainian man suspected of coordinating the 2022 sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipeline, his lawyer Nicola Canestrini

Top Italian court approves handover of Ukrainian Nord Stream suspect to Germany
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Nvidia beats earnings expectations

Nvidia shares rose after hours after announcing record third-quarter revenue.

Nvidia beats earnings expectations
Business|Economy|Finance|Technology

Layoffs are piling up, raising worker anxiety. Here are some companies that have cut jobs recently

It's a tough time for the job market

Layoffs are piling up, raising worker anxiety. Here are some companies that have cut jobs recently
Health|Lifestyle|Opinion|Technology|Travel

Flight attendants share secrets to surviving holiday travel

Flight attendants share secrets to surviving holiday travel

Flight attendants share secrets to surviving holiday travel
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

How will the universe end?

Will the universe keep existing forever? An astrophysicist explains how scientists aren’t entirely sure, but they can make predictions.

How will the universe end?
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Layoffs are piling up, raising worker anxiety. Here are some companies that have cut jobs recently

It's a tough time to be looking for a job

Layoffs are piling up, raising worker anxiety. Here are some companies that have cut jobs recently
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Technology

Black Friday: What time do stores open?

Black Friday has become something of an anachronism in the e-commerce era

Black Friday: What time do stores open?
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Instacart sues New York City over worker pay, tipping laws

Instacart sued New York City on Tuesday, seeking to block enforcement of five laws affecting the grocery delivery company, including higher minimum pay

Instacart sues New York City over worker pay, tipping laws
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New York Liberty hire Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco as head coach

The New York Liberty have hired Golden State Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco as their head coach, the team announced Wednesday

New York Liberty hire Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco as head coach
Technology|World

Trump administration orders enhanced vetting for applicants of H-1B visa

The Trump administration on Wednesday announced increased vetting of applicants for H-1B visas for highly skilled workers, with an internal State

Trump administration orders enhanced vetting for applicants of H-1B visa
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Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers

Winter weather brings various hazards that people have to contend with to keep warm and safe

Take these steps to protect yourself from winter weather dangers
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US issues first commercial construction permit for a nuclear reactor in years to a Wyoming project

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission has issued its first construction permit for a commercial nuclear reactor in eight years

US issues first commercial construction permit for a nuclear reactor in years to a Wyoming project
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Google settles with Epic Games with offer to lower its app store commissions

Google will lower the lucrative fees imposed on its Android app store and offer a way for rival options to gain its stamp of approval, ending a bruising legal battle that led to one of several rulings condemning its tactics as an illegal monopoly

Google settles with Epic Games with offer to lower its app store commissions
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Trump says deal on data centers will lower electricity prices as tech companies vow to cover costs

President Donald Trump is pressing Big Tech to build its own power as AI data centers spark anger over electric bills

Trump says deal on data centers will lower electricity prices as tech companies vow to cover costs
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New Mexico jurors watch Zuckerberg deposition in Meta child safety bellwether trial

Jurors in a bellwether trial about the impacts of social media on children are studying a deposition from Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg

New Mexico jurors watch Zuckerberg deposition in Meta child safety bellwether trial
Crime|Environment|Health|Technology

Bloodhounds in North Dakota are blazing a trail in the Midwest

The North Dakota Highway Patrol's newest recruit has floppy ears, four legs and a powerful tool for finding people

Bloodhounds in North Dakota are blazing a trail in the Midwest
Education|Science|Technology

We designed an AI tutor that helps college students reason rather than give them answers

A 2025 study shows that an AI-based tutor improves learning when it prompts reasoning and is paired with peer discussion.

We designed an AI tutor that helps college students reason rather than give them answers
Education|Environment|Science|Technology

Why are some stars always visible while others come and go with the seasons?

From Earth spinning on its axis and orbiting the Sun to it precessing like a top, lots of factors affect which stars you can see in the sky.

Why are some stars always visible while others come and go with the seasons?
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Researchers are combining drones and AI to make removing land mines faster and safer

Using drones makes detecting land mines safer. Using AI to fuse data from multiple types of sensors on the drones makes it more efficient.

Researchers are combining drones and AI to make removing land mines faster and safer
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Technology

Latest California-based gig work app lets people book content creators, editors

Latest California-based gig work app lets people book content creators, editors

Latest California-based gig work app lets people book content creators, editors
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VistaVision, a vintage format left for dead, is revived in 'One Battle After Another' and more

VistaVision, the large-scale film format used largely in the 1950s, is enjoying a big-screen revival

VistaVision, a vintage format left for dead, is revived in 'One Battle After Another' and more
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Doubles and triples are dwindling in MLB. Blame better outfielders and sluggers

The number of doubles and triples in the major leagues went down again last year

Doubles and triples are dwindling in MLB. Blame better outfielders and sluggers
Business|Economy|Finance|Stock Markets|Technology

Elon Musk defends tweets in lawsuit alleging they caused Twitter stock to fall before acquisition

Elon Musk continued to defend his actions in the months leading up to his 2022 purchase of Twitter in court Thursday

Elon Musk defends tweets in lawsuit alleging they caused Twitter stock to fall before acquisition
Crime|Technology

FBI investigating ‘suspicious’ cyber activities on critical surveillance network

FBI investigating ‘suspicious’ cyber activities on critical surveillance network

FBI investigating ‘suspicious’ cyber activities on critical surveillance network
Economy|Environment|Opinion|Science|Technology|World

Persian Gulf desalination plants could become military targets in regional war

Key sources of drinking water have been targets in past conflicts. And Iranian strikes have already hit close to some.

Persian Gulf desalination plants could become military targets in regional war
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FBI investigating 'suspicious' cyber activity on system holding sensitive surveillance information

The FBI is investigating “suspicious activities” on an internal system that the bureau says contains sensitive information related to surveillance operations and investigations

FBI investigating 'suspicious' cyber activity on system holding sensitive surveillance information
Science|Technology|World

No chance asteroid will slam into the moon in 2032, NASA says

NASA says there's now zero chance that asteroid 2024 YR4 will crash into the moon in 2032

No chance asteroid will slam into the moon in 2032, NASA says
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FDA goes on offense amid surge of criticism for recent drug decisions

FDA goes on offense amid surge of criticism for recent drug decisions

FDA goes on offense amid surge of criticism for recent drug decisions
Health|Lifestyle|Science|Technology|World

How springing forward to daylight saving time could affect your health

Losing an hour of sleep as daylight saving time kicks in can do more than leave you tired and cranky the next day — it also could harm your health

How springing forward to daylight saving time could affect your health
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SpaceX lays out IPO details, targets early June roadshow, sources say

SpaceX outlined details of its highly anticipated IPO at a meeting with its team of bankers Monday night, telling them it plans to earmark a large portion of

SpaceX lays out IPO details, targets early June roadshow, sources say
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Philippines, US to build industrial hub to strengthen supply chain security

The United States and the Philippines will build a 4,000-acre (1,620-hectare) industrial hub after Manila joined a Washington-led initiative to secure AI and semiconductor

Philippines, US to build industrial hub to strengthen supply chain security
Business|Economy|Technology|World

Norway wealth fund: assessing whether to invest in SpaceX

Norway's $2.2 trillion sovereign wealth fund, the world's largest, is assessing whether to invest in SpaceX, the fund's deputy CEO told Reuters on Thursday.

Norway wealth fund: assessing whether to invest in SpaceX
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Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders approve Paramount takeover

Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders have cleared the way for CNN, HBO and Warner’s other media brands to join Paramount Skydance later this year by “overwhelmingly” voting in support of the takeover deal, according to WBD.

Warner Bros. Discovery shareholders approve Paramount takeover
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South Korea factory activity expands at strongest pace in over 4 years, PMI shows

South Korea's factory activity expanded at the strongest pace in more than four years in April, as semiconductor demand continued to power both output and new orders, even as

South Korea factory activity expands at strongest pace in over 4 years, PMI shows
Environment|Science|Technology|World

States across the wildfire-prone Western US are using AI for early detection

Another severe wildfire season is forecast for the Western U.S. due to record-breaking heat and an abysmal snowpack

States across the wildfire-prone Western US are using AI for early detection
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Global drugmakers rush to boost US presence as tariff threat looms

Global drugmakers have been ramping up U.S. manufacturing and stockpiling inventory as the Trump administration moves to impose 100% tariffs on branded drugs unless companies cut

Global drugmakers rush to boost US presence as tariff threat looms
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What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?

China's Xi Jinping told President Donald Trump on Thursday that disagreement over Taiwan could send relations down a dangerous path and that "Taiwan independence" and cross-

What is 'Taiwan independence' and is Taiwan already independent?
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Nvidia vigil

What matters in U.S. and global markets today By Mike Dolan, Editor-at-Large, Finance and Markets With Nvidia’s first-quarter results due after Wednesday's bell,

Nvidia vigil
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Samsung consumer electronics union asks court to block vote on pay deal

A Samsung Electronics union representing the conglomerate's consumer electronics workers said on Tuesday it has asked a South Korean court to

Samsung consumer electronics union asks court to block vote on pay deal
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South Korea aims to launch first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s

South Korea will seek to launch its first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s, under a new programme aimed at countering North Korea's submarine-launched

South Korea aims to launch first nuclear-powered submarine by the mid-2030s
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Samsung, LG shares rally ahead of Nvidia CEO meetings with Korean executives

Shares in Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics and other South Korean tech firms rallied on Monday, as expected meetings

Samsung, LG shares rally ahead of Nvidia CEO meetings with Korean executives
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Who were the two pilots who flew the Air India jet that crashed?

Indian investigators are expected to delay issuing a final report into a deadly Air India Boeing 787 crash by the one-year anniversary on Friday, citing the need to complete an

Who were the two pilots who flew the Air India jet that crashed?
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Human remains found in 2 Twin Cities lakes 33 years ago identified as Denise Hartley

Human remains found in 2 Twin Cities lakes 33 years ago identified as Denise Hartley

Human remains found in 2 Twin Cities lakes 33 years ago identified as Denise Hartley
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US Supreme Court rejects Tata challenge to $168 million award in trade secrets case

The U.S.

US Supreme Court rejects Tata challenge to $168 million award in trade secrets case
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AI lab Odyssey valued at $1.45 billion in latest funding round

AI lab Odyssey on Wednesday said it has raised $310 million in a Series B round valuing it at $1.45 billion, and struck a deal with Amazon Web Services that gives it access to

AI lab Odyssey valued at $1.45 billion in latest funding round
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European summers are getting brutally hot. So why is air conditioning so rare?

European summers are getting brutally hot. So why is air conditioning so rare?

European summers are getting brutally hot. So why is air conditioning so rare?
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US anti-bias agency says Nike complied with subpoena, drops lawsuit

The U.S. agency that enforces laws banning workplace discrimination has dropped a lawsuit seeking to enforce a subpoena in an

US anti-bias agency says Nike complied with subpoena, drops lawsuit
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SK Hynix set for marquee US debut in test for AI appetite

SK Hynix's U.S. trading debut on Friday following a $26.5 billion share sale will be a key test of investors' belief in the durability of the AI boom, coming

SK Hynix set for marquee US debut in test for AI appetite
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How to protect yourself from the bad air caused by wildfires

When wildfires burn, smoke can travel long distances and degrade air quality far away, posing risks to those breathing it

How to protect yourself from the bad air caused by wildfires
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Chips and ships

From the Editor Hello Morning Bid readers! We can’t seem to get away from semiconductors and straits.

Chips and ships
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FAA returning ticketing authority to Boeing for 737 MAX, 787 planes

The Federal Aviation Administration told Congress on Friday it will allow Boeing to issue airworthiness certificates for all 737 MAX and 787 airplanes starting next

FAA returning ticketing authority to Boeing for 737 MAX, 787 planes
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Military jet crashes and burns at California Marine Corps base

A fighter jet crashed at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in California on Friday and erupted into flames. CNN affilaite KGTV reports the pilot ejected and has been recovered.

Military jet crashes and burns at California Marine Corps base
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Sandisk, Western Digital weigh on chip sector as high expectations eclipse strong earnings

Data storage companies tumbled on Thursday after quarterly results from Sandisk and Western Digital failed to sustain momentum in an industry that

Sandisk, Western Digital weigh on chip sector as high expectations eclipse strong earnings
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US appeals court voids Biden-era efficiency rule for stoves, ovens

A federal appeals court on Tuesday struck down a Biden administration-era rule setting efficiency standards for gas and electric stoves and ovens, saying the

US appeals court voids Biden-era efficiency rule for stoves, ovens
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‘Cyber privateers’: Trump issues order allowing US companies to hack overseas groups under certain conditions

‘Cyber privateers’: Trump issues order allowing US companies to hack overseas groups under certain conditions

‘Cyber privateers’: Trump issues order allowing US companies to hack overseas groups under certain conditions
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A jet engine fan blade cut into a plane and caused a passenger to be partially sucked out of a window, the NTSB says

A jet engine fan blade cut into a plane and caused a passenger to be partially sucked out of a window, the NTSB says

A jet engine fan blade cut into a plane and caused a passenger to be partially sucked out of a window, the NTSB says
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Applied Materials forecasts revenue above estimates, shares fall on high expectations

Applied Materials forecast fourth-quarter revenue above Wall Street expectations on Thursday, betting that unabated demand for advanced AI chips will continue to fuel

Applied Materials forecasts revenue above estimates, shares fall on high expectations
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A cosmic breadcrumb trail leads astronomers to a discovery in another galaxy

A cosmic breadcrumb trail leads astronomers to a discovery in another galaxy

A cosmic breadcrumb trail leads astronomers to a discovery in another galaxy
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US stocks rise to a record as oil prices drop and inflation gets less bad

The U.S. stock market rose to a record following the latest sign that inflation is getting less bad

US stocks rise to a record as oil prices drop and inflation gets less bad
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FACT FOCUS: Conspiracy theories falsely blame Colombia earthquake on Alaska research program

An enduring conspiracy theory has resurfaced on social media after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit western Colombia on Monday, with users blaming a research program in Alaska for the disaster

FACT FOCUS: Conspiracy theories falsely blame Colombia earthquake on Alaska research program
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S&P 500 notches record-high close as rate-hike worries ease

The S&P 500 notched a record-high close on Thursday, fueled by advances in Sandisk and other heavyweight technology stocks, as tame producer price

S&P 500 notches record-high close as rate-hike worries ease
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Silver Lake in talks to buy Workday, sources say

Private equity firm Silver Lake is in talks to acquire Workday in a deal that would rank among the largest software buyouts in history, according to people familiar

Silver Lake in talks to buy Workday, sources say
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Sandisk forecasts mid-to-high-teens revenue growth through 2030

Sandisk on Thursday said it expects revenue to grow at a mid-to-high-teens percentage rate from fiscal years 2028 to 2030, encouraged by strong demand amid rapid AI infrastructure

Sandisk forecasts mid-to-high-teens revenue growth through 2030
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NBA's 2026-27 schedule gives Jaylen Brown and Giannis Antetokounmpo homecoming games in January

Jaylen Brown and Giannis Antetokounmpo will play homecoming games a week apart in January

NBA's 2026-27 schedule gives Jaylen Brown and Giannis Antetokounmpo homecoming games in January
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Hundreds of cyclists take over Burlington streets on Wednesday for critical mass ride honoring Shiloh Skalka

Hundreds of cyclists take over Burlington streets on Wednesday for critical mass ride honoring Shiloh Skalka

Hundreds of cyclists take over Burlington streets on Wednesday for critical mass ride honoring Shiloh Skalka
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Flock announces changes amid backlash over its license plate reader network

A company that operates a vast nationwide network of automated cameras that record the license plate numbers and other characteristics of all passing vehicles every day is making changes to its platform

Flock announces changes amid backlash over its license plate reader network
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Google unveils Gemini 3.7 Flash AI model for coding, agent workflows

Alphabet's Google launched Gemini 3.7 Flash on Thursday, its latest AI model designed for software coding and automated business tasks, but offered no details on when its flagship

Google unveils Gemini 3.7 Flash AI model for coding, agent workflows
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Trio of economic forces could boost electric vehicles, WoodMac says

A trio of emerging economic forces could boost global production of electric vehicles with implications for oil, power and metal markets, a report from Wood Mackenzie

Trio of economic forces could boost electric vehicles, WoodMac says
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DeepSeek launches V4 Pro at prices up to 14 times higher than V4 Flash

Chinese artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek formally released its V4 Pro model on Thursday, pricing it several times higher than its V4 Flash model

DeepSeek launches V4 Pro at prices up to 14 times higher than V4 Flash
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S&P 500 CEO pay jumps to record as Musk-inspired compensation plans spread

Extraordinary corporate compensation deals for Elon Musk have opened the door for the CEOs of other S&P 500 companies to win huge paydays, a new study shows.

S&P 500 CEO pay jumps to record as Musk-inspired compensation plans spread
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AI firm Databricks valued at $190 billion as it bags $5 billion in funding

Databricks said on Thursday it had raised $5 billion at a $190 billion valuation, as the data and artificial intelligence software company looks to expand investments in products

AI firm Databricks valued at $190 billion as it bags $5 billion in funding
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Robinhood's second fund for retail investors eyeing private markets starts trading

Robinhood's second venture fund debuted on Thursday, giving retail investors access to early-stage startups that have traditionally been out of reach for all but

Robinhood's second fund for retail investors eyeing private markets starts trading
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Senior US market watchdog official exits to join dealmaking fintech Finalis

Steven Price, senior vice president of market investigations at the U.S.

Senior US market watchdog official exits to join dealmaking fintech Finalis
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Cerebras slumps as mixed quarterly results test AI growth narrative

Cerebras Systems slumped over 9% in early trading Thursday after it missed key estimates despite soaring cloud revenue, raising doubts about the ability of its AI chips to challenge

Cerebras slumps as mixed quarterly results test AI growth narrative
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Sweden's IF Metall ends Tesla strike after carmaker buys out union members

Swedish trade union IF Metall said on Thursday it was calling off its three-year-long industrial action against Tesla after the carmaker bought out all the union's

Sweden's IF Metall ends Tesla strike after carmaker buys out union members
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Teens are turning to AI chatbots for emotional support – here’s how to keep kids safe

Chatbots are becoming commonplace in teens’ lives, but these tools were never developed or validated for mental health support.

Teens are turning to AI chatbots for emotional support – here’s how to keep kids safe
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An AI agent spent your money – can anyone prove you authorized it?

AI agents cross company boundaries, but proof of their authority often does not. When they overstep, no single record shows what the user allowed.

An AI agent spent your money – can anyone prove you authorized it?
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Exploring the Moon will require rovers that can think for themselves – an upcoming NASA mission will test whether they can

NASA’s CADRE mission will test a small team of autonomous rovers that can function without constant communication with Earth.

Exploring the Moon will require rovers that can think for themselves – an upcoming NASA mission will test whether they can
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Flock rolls out new police auditing and accountability controls following surveillance concerns

Flock rolls out new police auditing and accountability controls following surveillance concerns

Flock rolls out new police auditing and accountability controls following surveillance concerns
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‘Hello, just circling back!’ Not responding to emails is common across higher education but bad for morale

Several colleges and universities instruct students on how to navigate email communication on their campus, but more could consider the practice.

‘Hello, just circling back!’ Not responding to emails is common across higher education but bad for morale
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Wildfire-damaged historic buildings may not be as ruined as they appear, but saving them means acting fast

The damage is sometimes only centimeters deep. Three engineers explain the colors of burned masonry and other signs preservationists look for amid another destructive fire year.

Wildfire-damaged historic buildings may not be as ruined as they appear, but saving them means acting fast
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Taiwan briefly slows its mobile internet to text-only speed as part of defense drill

For 30 minutes, the internet in parts of Taiwan crawled

Taiwan briefly slows its mobile internet to text-only speed as part of defense drill
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Vantage Data Centers explores IPO at $100 billion valuation or sale, sources say

Vantage Data Centers, a major hyperscale developer and operator, is exploring options including an IPO or sale as soon as next year, according

Vantage Data Centers explores IPO at $100 billion valuation or sale, sources say
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Thoma Bravo to take Accelerant private in more than $4 billion deal

Accelerant said on Thursday that private equity firm Thoma Bravo will take the insurance marketplace private in an all-cash deal worth more than $4 billion just over a year after

Thoma Bravo to take Accelerant private in more than $4 billion deal