Russia has claimed to be in full control of Pokrovsk but Ukrainian forces say they still control northern part of city.
Displaced Gaza families struggle as winter storm hits
Families face flooded tents, sewage, extreme overcrowding, and deepening hardship amid ongoing displacement.
Venezuelan opposition leader emerges from hiding after winning Nobel peace prize
Maria Corina Machado, who has been living in hiding in Venezuela, was last seen in public on Jan 9, when she protested against President Nicolas Maduro’s inauguration for his third term.
Google DeepMind plans to open its “first automated science laboratory” in the UK in 2026, focused on using AI tools to develop new materials for chips and more (Melissa Heikkilä/Financial Times)
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Google DeepMind plans to open its “first automated science laboratory” in the UK in 2026, focused on using AI tools to develop new materials for chips and more — Big Tech group wi…
Big tech bets big on AI – but can India keep pace in the global race?
Experts have called India a hedge against AI – reflecting the absence of Indian companies in the global boom.
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U.S. seizes oil tanker off Venezuela coast; The “Grandma Stand” bringing comfort and connection to anyone who stops by
Venezuelan opposition leader Machado greets supporters in Norway after Nobel ceremony
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado appeared in public for the first time in 11 months early Thursday morning, when she waved to supporters at a hotel in Norway’s capital hours after her daughter accepted the Nobel Peace Prize on her beha…
Lehrmann inquiry head Walter Sofronoff loses bid to overturn ‘serious corrupt conduct’ finding
Former judge did not prove the ACT integrity commission’s findings of his ‘dishonesty, bad faith, and partiality’ were without evidence, court findsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily new…
Republicans plan to let Obamacare subsidies lapse, threatening coverage for 24 million Americans
House Speaker Mike Johnson announced the House will not extend enhanced Obamacare tax credits, potentially impacting over 22 million Americans’ health insurance. Republicans plan to introduce their own healthcare legislation, while Senate Republicans a…
US House passes bill authorizing $900bn for military programs
Legislation includes pay increase for troops and a demand for more information about boat strikes in the CaribbeanThe US House voted 312-112 to pass a sweeping defense policy bill on Wednesday that authorizes $900bn in military programs, including a pa…