Wall Street Journal:
Sources: the White House opposes Anthropic’s plan to expand access to Mythos to 70 additional companies and organizations because of concerns about security — Relationship is still complicated despite efforts fr…
Brown University shooting suspect driven by ‘accumulation of grievances’, FBI says
Claudio Neves Valente, who killed himself after deadly attack, began planning for violence in 2022, authorities sayThe gunman behind a deadly shooting at Brown University in December appeared to have been aggrieved by personal failures and sought retri…
Digital advertising is booming for Google and Meta, helped by AI tools used for language translation, real-time changes to ad copy, and easier ad targeting (New York Times)
New York Times:
Digital advertising is booming for Google and Meta, helped by AI tools used for language translation, real-time changes to ad copy, and easier ad targeting — For years, DribbleUp, a sports equipment company, spent it…
‘Attacked 28 times in a day’ – BBC visits heavily targeted US-UK base in Iraq
Before the fragile ceasefire in the region, this was one of the most heavily targeted US and UK military bases in the Middle East.
China factory activity tops expectations in April — but growth slows as new orders soften
The official purchasing managers’ index reading of 50.3 was higher than the the 50.1 expected by Reuters-polled economists.
Trump says the US is reviewing a potential reduction of its troops in Germany
Trump sought a major reduction in US troop levels in Germany during his first term, although that was never realised.
Pro-government rally in Tehran demands end to US threats
Hundreds of Iranians have rallied in Tehran to demand an end to US threats and the ongoing blockade of Iranian ports.
Bondi shooting inquiry calls for gun reform and more security at Jewish festivals
An interim report says country should prioritise ‘nationally consistent’ firearms reforms.
Existing property investors likely to avoid more tax under possible CGT changes in Chalmers’ May budget
Treasurer tells Commonwealth Bank podcast that he aims to ‘recognise the decisions that people have taken in the past’Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastExisting property inv…
Archibald prize 2026: Jacob Collins portrait wins the Packing Room prize as finalists revealed
Painting by self-taught artist was chosen by Art Gallery of NSW staff who hang finalists for exhibition, ahead of main prize announcement on 8 MayArchibald prize 2026 finalists: Virginia Trioli, Jan Fran, Ahmed al-Ahmed and more – in picturesA portrait…