AI agents may soon search for and use their own tools at runtime, thanks to a new open standard backed by Microsoft and Google.
Amber heat warnings issued across southern England over weekend
Temperatures expected to hit 30C on Friday and remain high until Tuesday as second heatwave in three weeks approachesAmber heat warnings have been issued across southern England as a second heatwave in the space of three weeks approaches.Temperatures a…
DragonForce Ransomware Abused Microsoft Teams to Hide Malware Activity
DragonForce ransomware abused Microsoft Teams relay systems to hide a custom backdoor, steal files and encrypt systems at a US services firm.
Keeping cool: How French cities are adapting to extreme heat
If you’ve spent any time in France recently, you’ll have noticed it has got warmer, especially in French cities. How is climate change impacting France? Why do cities suffer more and what are big urban areas doing to combat the effects of climate chan…
How Israel seized 1,000 sq km in two years, its biggest territorial expansion in decades
Israel has significantly expanded its military-held territory in Gaza, Lebanon, and Syria since October 2023, encompassing approximately 1,000 square kilometers. This move, described as creating “buffer zones,” has displaced millions and raises concern…
Taiwan presses Washington for billions in weapons as China tensions grow
Taiwan’s top diplomat in the United States has issued an urgent plea for American weaponry, asserting the island’s critical need for self-defense capabilities against an escalating threat from Beijing.
Cybercriminals Are Worried About AI Taking Their Jobs Too
Analysis of chatter on underground forums by Sophos finds that hackers fear AI could take work away from them
Supreme court sides with Texas marijuana user who wants to own a firearm in latest case expanding gun rights – live
In a rare unanimous ruling, the court backed a challenge to Texas gun laws by siding with Ali Danial HemaniSign up for the Breaking News US emailWhile we wait for Vance to arrive, earlier today in Brussels, defence secretary Pete Hegseth said the US wi…
Men jailed over work for Chinese intelligence in UK – BBC
Men jailed over work for Chinese intelligence in UK BBCTwo men jailed in Britain for spying for China ReutersBorder Force officer and Hong Kong trade official jailed for spying for China The GuardianChina hits out at ‘p…
Afghanistan Issues Ban on Smartphones for Civil Servants and Military
Those using their phones at work will see them smashed and face punishment, according to a written order from the Taliban government’s highest court.